User's Manual - Handheld Omnidirectional Laser Scanner
User's Manual - Handheld Omnidirectional Laser Scanner
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Radio Notice
This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy. If not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions in this manual, it may cause interference to
radio communications. The equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class A computing device pursuant to EN55022 and 47 CFR, Part 2 and Part 15 of the
FCC rules. These specifications are designed to provide reasonable protection against
interference when operated in a commercial environment.
Radio and Television Interference
Operation of this equipment in a residential area can cause interference to radio or
television reception. This can be determined by turning the equipment off and on. The
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
Reorient the receiving antenna.
Relocate the device with respect to the receiver.
Move the device away from the receiver.
Plug the device into a different outlet so that the device and the receiver are on different
branch circuits.
If necessary the user may consult the manufacturer, and authorized dealer, or experienced
radio/television technician for additional suggestions. The user may find the following
booklet prepared by the Federal Communications Commission helpful: “How to Identify and
Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems.” This booklet is available from the U.S.
Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402 U.S.A., Stock No. 004000003454.
For CE-countries
This scanner is in conformity with CE standards. Please note that an approved,
CE-marked power supply unit should be used in order to maintain CE conformance.
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Laser Safety
The laser scanner complies with safety standard IEC 60825 -1for a Class I laser produce.
It also complies with CDRH as applicable to a Class IIa laser product. Avoid long term
staring into direct laser light.
Radiant Energy: The laser scanner uses one low-power visible laser diodes operating at
650nm in an opto-mechanical scanner resulting in less than 3.9μW radiated power as
observed through a 7mm aperture and averaged over 10 seconds.
Do not attempt to remove the protective housing of the scanner, as unscanned laser light
with a peak output up to 0.8mW would be accessible inside.
Laser Light Viewing: The scan window is the only aperture through which laser light may
be observed from this product. A failure of the scanner motor, while the laser diode
continues to emit a laser beam, may cause emission levels to exceed those for safe
operation. The scanner has safeguards to prevent this occurrence. If, however, a
stationary laser beam is emitted, the failing scanner should be disconnected from its power
source immediately.
Optical: The use of optical instruments with this product will increase the eye hazard.
Optical instruments include binoculars, magnifying glasses, and microscopes but do not
include normal eye glasses worn by the user.
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Table of Contents
Introduction........................................................................................... 1
Unpacking............................................................................................. 2
Outline .................................................................................................. 3
Scanner Outline ........................................................................... 4
Stand Outline ............................................................................... 4
Connecting ........................................................................................... 5
Power........................................................................................... 5
Verifying Scanner Operation........................................................ 5
Connecting to the Host ................................................................ 6
Setting Up the Scanner ........................................................................ 7
Scan Test ..................................................................................... 7
Set up........................................................................................... 7
Operating the Scanner ......................................................................... 9
Function Button............................................................................ 9
Presentation Mode............................................................ 9
Multi-line Scan Mode ...................................................... 10
Single-line Scan Mode.................................................... 10
LED Indications...........................................................................11
Beeps .........................................................................................11
Sleep Mode................................................................................ 12
Maintaining the Scanner..................................................................... 13
Troubleshooting.................................................................................. 14
Programming Guide ........................................................................... 15
Programming Options................................................................ 15
Default Parameters.................................................................... 15
Factory Default Setting .............................................................. 16
Default Data Transmit Format.................................................... 17
Program Procedure Using Barcode Manual.............................. 17
Parameter Setting...................................................................... 18
System Function Setting................................................. 18
Scan Function Setting..................................................... 19
Double Field Support ...................................................... 21
Japanese Double Field Support ..................................... 22
Operation Function Setting ............................................. 23
Interface Settings ............................................................ 25
RS-232C Interface Setting ....................................... 25
Keyboard Wedge Setting ......................................... 28
USB Interface Setting............................................... 30
Wand Emulation Setting ........................................... 31
The Symbologies ............................................................ 33
CODABAR Parameter Setting ................................. 33
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Code 39 Parameter Setting...................................... 34
Code 93 Parameter Setting...................................... 36
Code 128 .................................................................. 37
Chinese Post Code .................................................. 38
MSI/Plessy................................................................ 39
ITF 2 of 5 .................................................................. 40
UPC/EAN/JAN.......................................................... 41
Addendum Seek Timeout ......................................... 45
Data Editing........................................................................ 46
Identifier Code .......................................................... 46
Header and Trailer.................................................... 47
Full ASCII Code 39 Table ................................................... 48
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1. Instruction
The scanner, combining with omnidirectional scanning performance and
handheld convenience, it is ergonomically facilitates scanning of large
items that is unable to be presented to any counter-top scanner. It is also
equipped with single line scanning capability and in stand operation with
exclusively designed adjustable stand to benefit for any kind of
applications required. The scanner has a built-in high speed decoder
and instantly decodes any popular 1D symbology and optional in
decoding of RSS group barcodes. It is also equipped with multi-interface
communication, which supports RS-232, keyboard and as well as USB
interface.
The reading status can be checked with the LED indicator, and buzzer.
The scanner operates with +5VDC from Host or external power supply
unit.
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2. Unpacking
The handheld omnidirectional scanner package contains:
Please leave this user’s manual within easy access of person using the
scanner.
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3. Outline
Buzzer
Exit Window
LED Indicator
Scan Trigger
Pin Hole
Cable
Connection
Description Function
Exit Window Reads barcodes
Object Detector Trigger and wake up scanner when
presenting barcode in its range
Beeper For beep tone indication
Scan Trigger Trigger to make data capture
Pin Hole Use pin to loose interface cable
LED Indicator When power is on, LED turns Red; for a good
read, green light blinks.
Switching button Push down to make switch between
single-line and omnidirectional scanning.
Cable Connection For interface communication cable
connection.
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3-2. Stand Outline
Device Holder
Logo
Gently set the device into the stand in the direction shown by arrow. The
stand supports the device as hands-free mode and it tilts in 36° angle
range shown as below.
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4. Connecting
4-1. Power
The scanner requires a minimum of 250mA at 5 VDC power. The interface cable
that comes with the scanner supports both direct power (where the scanner takes
power from the host machine) and external power (that’s what the supplied power
adapter is for). A sufficiently robust POS system can support a scanner
successfully without external power; a POS system with a barely adequate power
supply may produce erratic performance (either of the POS system itself, or of the
scanner, or both) when a scanner is attached. Unless you are sure your POS
system can candle such loading, it is recommended that you use the supplied
power adapter. When an external adapter is connected, the scanner does not
take power from the host.
The scanner turns on when power is supplied, and turns off when power is
removed. There is no on/off switch on the scanner itself.
Use only an AC/DC power adapter approved for the scanner. Use of other
power supplies may cause damage to the scanner, and void the factory warranty.
1. Insert the 10-pin modular plug of the Interface cable into the scanner
until a firm click is heard.
2. Plug the power adapter into the jack on Interface cable if necessary.
3. Plug the AC end of the power adapter into an AC outlet, or plug the
other end of cable into host if power adapter is not needed. The
scanner powers up, the buzzer sounds four beeps and the LED
indicator glows.
4. Present a known-good test barcode to the scanner. The scanner
should issue a short beep and the LED should flash red momentarily.
[if the scanner is connected to a keyboard wedge for this test, it
should read one barcode, beep, then remain with a red LED
indicating light. This is normal when the keyboard wedge is not
connected to a live host terminal.]
Note: if the scanner does not produce any beeps, or produces the wrong
beeps, or the LED does not light up, remove the power connection and
refer to the section on Troubleshooting.
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4-3. Connecting to the Host
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5. Setting up the Scanner
In certain cases no setup is required. The scanner is either
pre-programmed to suit the situation, or it automatically detects and is
ready to go. In other cases the scanner must be informed about what
kind of system it is connected to. This can be done in a few moments
using the programming barcodes enclosed in the later sections of this
booklet.
Individual parameters may be set at any time without affecting the other
parameters.
1. With the scanner running (LED blue) and the host system on, try to
scan several known-good barcodes.
2. Check the results on the POS screen. If the scanner is reading
okay, no further setup may be necessary.
3. If the POS screen does not show the expected scans, go to Set Up,
below.
5-2. Set Up
With the scanner running (LED blue) and the host system on, present the
<Start of configuration> barcode, found in the programming section, to the
scanner. The scanner gives two beeps: low and high, and the LED turn
red. The scanner is in programming mode.
Decide which parameters are required and find their barcodes in the
programming section.
Cover unwanted codes with your hand and present the desired codes,
one by one, to the scanner, the scanner beeps once as it accepts each
code.
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When done, again present the <End of configuration> barcode. The
scanner beeps twice, once long and once short, and the LED returns to
blue. The scanner has been programmed.
Test again with known-good barcodes. If results are good, you are done
setting up. Otherwise, return to step 1 and try again.
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6. Operating the Scanner
The scanner can read barcodes in either omnidirectional or single-line
mode to accommodate different requirements. This scanner is truly
omnidirectional while single-line mode is usually used for better aiming on
the specific barcode on the same sheet of more than one barcode printed
closely.
Press down the Function Button on top of the scanner as shown below
to switch between omnidirectional scanning and single-line scanning
modes.
Function Button
1) Presentation Mode:
As if the scanner is on the stand, the scanner will always stay active in
Presentation Mode. In other words, no matter if the Function Button LED
light is on or off, the scanner stays in the Presentation Mode.
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2) Multi-Line Scan Mode:
As if the scanner is not on the stand as well as the Function Button is not
pushed down (which Function Button LED is off), the scanner is in
Multi-Line Scan Mode by pressing the trigger button to decode.
The below illustrates the operation on large bulky items without aiming on
the barcodes.
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6-2. LED Indications
6-3. Beeps
Beeps Indication
One beep A barcode has been successfully decoded.
Four beeps in series This indicates the scanner passed the power on
self-test and is operating properly.
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6-4. Sleep Mode
After the scanner has been inactive for a period of time, the laser
automatically turns off; then the motor will turn off and the scanner will
enter into “Sleep Mode”, the blue status LED blinks once as indication. To
wake up the scanner, simply present an object close to the exit window, or
press the trigger button.
Note: The scanner includes a motion sensor that detects activity in front
of the scan window. The detecting distance is up to about 15cm (6
inches) from the scan window,
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7. Maintaining the Scanner
The scanner is designed for long-term trouble-free operation and rarely
requires any maintenance. Only an occasional cleaning of the scanner
window is necessary in order to remove dirt and fingerprints.
Wipe the scan window with a soft lint-free cloth and a non-abrasive
cleaner to avoid scratching and damaging the scan window. The scan
window may be cleaned while the scanner is running.
1. Make sure that the power of your computer is switched off, and if a
power adapter is used, disconnect it from the scanner cable.
2. Disconnect the old scanner cable from the computer system.
3. Locate the small hole at the bottom of the scanner. (Shown as
indicated)
4. Use a metallic pin and insert into the hole.
5. Gently pull out the interface while pressing down the hole by pin.
The cable should come out.
6. Insert the new interface cable into the bottom of the scanner until it
clicks.
7. Plug the new cable into the host.
8. If a power adapter is used, plug the power adapter into the jack on
the interface cable.
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8. Troubleshooting
Problem Diagnostic Tips
The scanner is on but cannot The scanner window is dirty. Clean the scanner
read barcodes. The LED window as described in the “7. Maintaining the
stays blue. Scanner” section.
The presented barcode type is not enabled. Use
the Programming section to tell the scanner to
accept that type of barcode.
The scanner is on, but the The scanner has entered into the sleep mode.
motor is not running; the facet Press the push button on the front of the scanner to
wheel is not rotating. A wake up the scanner, or present an object close to
barcode cannot be read. the scan window.
The LED is intermittently
flashing blue.
The LED remains purple Possible failure of the scanning safeguard circuit.
Disconnect the scanner from its power source
immediately and contact your dealer.
The scanner does not accept There is no proper handshaking with the POS
more than two or three system. Switch on the POS system and check
barcode labels. connection and communication settings.
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9. Programming Guide
Scanning a series of programming bar code labels can configure the scanner.
This allows decoding options and interface protocols to be tailored to a specific
application. The configuration is stored in non-volatile memory and will not be lost
by removing power from the scanner.
The scanner must be properly powered before programming. For RS-232C type
scanners, an external power adapter must be used to supply DC power to the
scanner. If a keyboard emulation type scanner is used with an IBM PC/ AT, PS/2
or any fully compatible computers, power will be drawn from the keyboard port.
No external power adapter is required. If keyboard emulation type scanner is
used with any other non IBM PC compatible computers, an external power
adapter may be needed.
During the programming mode, the laser scanner will acknowledge a good and
valid reading with a short beep. It will give long beeps for either an invalid or bad
reading.
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9-3. Factory Default Setting
Scanner Timing Default
Same code delay 500msec
RS-232 communication Default
Baud rate 9600
Parity none
Data Bits 8
Stop Bit 1
RTS/CTS off
Terminator <CR><LF>
Keyboard Wedge Communication Default
Terminal Type PC/AT
Keyboard US keyboard
Terminator Enter(Alpha numeric)
USB Communication Default
Terminator type Enter
Code mode Scan code
Keyboard US keyboard
Wand Emulation Default
Wand emulation speed Normal
Data output Black=high
Decoder Selection Default
EAN/UPC Enable
CODE 39 Enable
Code 32 Disable
CODABAR Disable
ITF 2 OF 5 Enable
MSI Disable
Chinese Post code Disable
Code 93 Enable
Code 128 Enable
EAN-128 Disable
Beeper sound Default
Frequency Medium
Duration 100msec
Led/Beep Before transmission On
Operating parameter Default
Trigger mode(handheld mode) Enable
Stand mode Enable
Header and Trailer None
Inter-Message delay None
Inter character delay None
Code Identifiers Default
Identifier code as ZEBEX standard Disable
Identifier code as AIM standard Disable
Code 39 identifier code M
ITF 2 of 5 identifier code I
Chinese post code identifier code H
UPC-A identifier code A
UPC-E identifier code E
EAN-13 identifier code F
EAN-8 identifier code FF
Codabar identifier code N
Code 128 identifier code K
Code 93 identifier code L
MSI identifier code P
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9-4. Default data transmit format
START
Read Start of
Configuration
Label
Set All Set Operating Set Serial Port Set Keyboard Set Decoding
Defaults Parameters Parameters Type Parameters
Finish Discard
Read End of
Read Abort
Configuration
Label
Label
END
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9-6. Parameter setting
The parameter can only be set in single-line scan mode. Refer to section 6-1
to switch to single line scan mode.
Note: Default values are highlighted in grey background.
Start Of Configuration
Abort
(exit programming mode(no update)
End Of Configuration
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Start Of Configuration
Handheld Operation
Normal Trigger mode
y The scanner becomes inactive as soon as the
data is transmitted. It must be triggered to
become active again.
Handheld scan operation and function button is on
End Of Configuration
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Start Of Configuration
200msec
400msec
600msec
800msec
100msec
300msec
500msec
700msec
1000msec
Infinite
End Of Configuration
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Start Of Configuration
¾ A higher times timeout offer more seek time to catch double but will
effect normal barcode performance.
Double code without separator
End Of Configuration
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Start Of Configuration
Example
To select 471 as the first three character in the first code pair1
And select 121 as the first three characters in the second code pair2.
End Of Configuration
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Start Of Configuration
Speaker disable
Medium
Short
Ultra Short
Ultra Long
Loud Volume
Medium Volume
Slight Volume
End Of Configuration
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Start Of Configuration
2ms
5ms
10ms
20ms
50ms
100 ms
500 ms
1000 ms
End Of Configuration
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Start Of Configuration
Interface Settings
19200
9600
4800
2400
1200
Parity Bit
Even parity
Odd parity
Mark parity
Space parity
None parity
Stop Bit
1 stop bit
2 stop bit
Data Bit
7 data bit
8 data bit
End Of Configuration
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Start Of Configuration
Handshaking Protocol
None handshaking
ACK/NAK
Xon/Xoff
RTS/CTS
End Of Configuration
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Start Of Configuration
Message Terminator
RS-232 message terminator—none
End Of Configuration
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Start Of Configuration
Capital lock on
End Of Configuration
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Start Of Configuration
Message Terminator
Keyboard terminator---none
Keyboard terminator---Enter
Keyboard terminator---H-TAB
End Of Configuration
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Start Of Configuration
Message Terminator
Keyboard terminator---none
Keyboard terminator---Enter
Keyboard terminator---H-TAB
End Of Configuration
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Start Of Configuration
Wand Emulation
All barcode will be decoded and transmitted in that
symbology
Idle = high
y Idle state refers to the TTL logic level of the
Wand Emulation signal when not in use
Idle = low
y Idle state refers to the TTL logic level of the
Wand Emulation signal when not in use
End Of Configuration
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Start Of Configuration
End Of Configuration
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Start Of Configuration
The Symbologies
CODABAR Parameter Setting
Codabar enable
No check character
End Of Configuration
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Start Of Configuration
Code 39 disable
Code 32 enable
Code 32 disable
No check character
End Of Configuration
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Start Of Configuration
End Of Configuration
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Start Of Configuration
Code 93 disable
End Of Configuration
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Start Of Configuration
Code 128
Code 128 enable
End Of Configuration
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Start Of Configuration
End Of Configuration
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Start Of Configuration
MSI/Plessy
MSI enable
MSI disable
End Of Configuration
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Start Of Configuration
ITF 2 of 5
ITF 2 of 5 enable
ITF 2 of 5 disable
IATA disable
End Of Configuration
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Start Of Configuration
UPC/EAN/JAN
EAN convert toISSN/ISBN enable
EAN-8 ENABEL
UPC-E ENABLE
EAN-13 ENABLE
UPC-A ENABEL
Add on 5 only
Add on 2 only
Add on 2 or 5
End Of Configuration
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Start Of Configuration
UPC/EAN/JAN (Cont’d)
Force UPC-A to EAN-13 format enable
End Of Configuration
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Start Of Configuration
UPC/EAN/JAN (continued)
force EAN-8 to EAN-13 format enable
End Of Configuration
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Start Of Configuration
UPC/EAN/JAN (continued)
EAN/UPC +addon mandatory for 419/414 Euro
amounts Supplement requirement, not sent for other
End Of Configuration
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Start Of Configuration
End Of Configuration
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Start Of Configuration
Data Editing
Identifier Code
Disable identifier code
End Of Configuration
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Start Of Configuration
Trailer (Postamble)
End Of Configuration
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Start Of Configuration
End Of Configuration
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Start Of Configuration
End Of Configuration
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Start Of Configuration
End Of Configuration
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Start Of Configuration
End Of Configuration
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Start Of Configuration
End Of Configuration
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