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Wasp Barcode Technologies Programming Guide

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Please Read
Note: The Wasp® WLR8900 Series Scanners
are ready to scan the most popular barcodes out of the box.
This manual should only be used to make changes in the
configuration of the scanner for specific applications. These
scanners do not require software or drivers to operate. The
scanner enters data as keyboard data. Please review this manual
before scanning any of the programming barcodes in this manual.

Tech Tip

If you are unsure of the scanner configuration or have scanned

the incorrect codes, please scan the default barcode on page 7.
This will reset the scanner to its factory settings.

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Chapter 2. Barcode Symbologies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Chapter 3. Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Chapter 4. Quick Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Chapter 5. WLR8900/8905 Setup & Configuration . . . 5-28
1. Factory Default & Keyboard Connection . . . 6
2. Autosense Stand Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
3. Beep and Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8
4. Upper/Lower Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
5. Keyboard Language. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
6. Preamble/Postamble Configuration . . . . . . 11
7. Terminator/Code ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
8. Enable/Disable Barcode Symbologies . 13-14
9. Barcode Symbology Settings . . . . . . . . 15-27
Code 39 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Interleaved 2 of 5 and Code 93 . . . . . . . . . 16
Code 128 and UCC/EAN 128 . . . . . . . . . . . 17
MSI/Plessey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Codabar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
UPC-A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
UPC-A Supplemental / UPC-A to EAN-13 . 21
UPC-E . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
UPC-E Supplemental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
EAN-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
EAN-8 Supplemental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
EAN-13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
EAN-13 Supplemental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Appendix A Barcode Test Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28-30
Appendix B ASCII Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31-34
Appendix C Codes for PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Appendix D Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Product Support. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Frequently Asked Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
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Chapter 1

Introduction
Barcoding is the most common Automated Data Collection (ADC)
technology providing timely, error-free information that can be used to
increase productivity, accuracy, and efficiency in the workplace. Virtually
every type of industry is using bar codes to replace keyboard data entry.
Studies have shown that a proficient data entry operator will make one
error for every 300 characters that are manually entered. The error rate
using barcodes is almost negligible and can be error-free using barcode
symbologies with the check digit enabled.

The Wasp Charged Coupled Device (CCD) technology is a technique

whereby a barcode is photographed, digitized, and electronically sampled
by built-in photodetectors. The detectors process the measurement of
every bar and space using the number of adjacent photodetectors which
contrast a black mark and a white space. Wasp WLR8900 series scanners
extremely rugged since they have no moving parts. Wasp WLR8900 series
scanners are support PS/2 or USB keyboard interfaces and easily wedges
between the computer and keyboard. Barcode data is passed directly into
the keyboard buffer as if it had been typed in by hand by a data entry
operator.

Of all the hand held barcode scanning devices on the market, the CCD
reader is the easiest to use and most cost effective for the typical business
user. The Wasp WLR8900 series scanners are extended distance scanners
with a depth of reading of up to one foot depending on the mil size of the
barcode. To activate the scanner, the user simply points the scanning
aperture towards the barcode, pulls the trigger, and aims the red LED
beam across the barcode.

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Chapter 2

Barcode Symbologies
Barcodes are symbols consisting of a series of bars and spaces which can
be applied to packages, cartons, bottles, and other commercial products.
The bars and spaces in each symbol are grouped in such a way to
represent a specific ASCII character or function. The interpretation of
these groups is based on a particular set of rules called symbologies.
Various symbologies have been developed for particular applications.
Some examples are shipping and receiving, manufacturing, retail,
healthcare, transportation, document processing and tracking, and
libraries.

The resolution of a barcode is dependent on the narrowest element of a

barcode (X dimension), and can vary from high density (nominally less
than 0.009 in./0.23 mm), medium density (between 0.009 in./0.23 mm and
0.020 in./0.50 mm), and low density (greater than 0.020 in./0.50 mm).
Medium and low densities are the most common since these are the
easiest to read (scan) with nearly all scanning devices. Wasp
WLR8900/8905 Scanners can read barcodes with X-dimensions as low as
5 mils (0.005 in/0.13mm).

Wasp WLR8900/8905 Scanners can read the most popular barcode

symbologies including Code 39, Code 93, Code 128, Interleaved 2 of 5,
UPC-A, UPC-E, EAN/JAN-8, EAN/JAN-13, Codabar, and MSI/Plessey.

Please see test chart on pages 29-31.

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Chapter 3

Installation
WLR8900 PS2 Scanner

Trigger

Din-6M
Scanning Aperture

Din-6F

1. Turn off your computer.

2. Unplug your PC keyboard cable and plug the male end (Din 6) of
the WLR8900 Scanner directly into your PC keyboard port. Plug your
keyboard cable into the other end (female Din 6) of the the scanner.
3. Turn your computer on.

WLR8905 USB Scanner

Trigger
Scanning Aperture
USB Port

1. Plug the USB of the WLR8905 Scanner directly into your PC’s USB port.

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Chapter 4

Quick Start
Your Wasp WLR8900/8905 Scanners are ready for use. The default
settings of the scanners have been pre-programmed for the most common
bar code configurations. Use the “WLR8900/8905 Setup & Configuration”
sections only to customize the scanners settings. Please review the
“Enable Barcode Symbologies” configuration beginning on page 14 to see
the list of barcode symbologies which are enabled by default.

Tip:
• Use the pre-printed “Barcode Test Symbols” in Appendix A on pages
29-31 as a test chart to practice scanning.

PS2 Connection

USB Connection

into your PC’s USB port.

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Chapter 5

Setup & Configuration

In order to configure Wasp WLR8900/8905 Scanners, you must familiarize
yourself with the setup procedures on the following pages. The default
settings of the Wasp WLR8900/8905 Scanners are identified on each page
and clearly marked using an asterisk (*). The default settings have been
preprogrammed for the most common barcode configurations. Use the
Setup & Configuration only to customize the Wasp WLR8900/8905
Scanners settings. If you need to configure the scanner, the default
settings will be overwritten. All the programmed settings are stored
permanently in non-volatile memory; therefore, your configuration will be
maintained even if the keyboard power to Wasp WLR8900/8905 Scanners
is removed by turning off your PC.

In order to configure Wasp WLR8900 Series Scanners,

two basic steps need to be followed:

(1) Locate the group that contains the options to be changed.

(2) Scan the barcode representing the option to be changed.
The scanner will sound two beeps.

To change Minimum/Maximum Length:

(1) Scan the Minimum or Maximum Length barcode.

(2) Scan a 2 digit value from the ASCII table on pages 32-35
(3) Scan the Minimum or Maximum Length barcode again.

Example: To have a minimum length barcode of 1, you must scan a

0 then 1, then scan the minimum barcode again. To have a maximum
length barcode of 10, you must scan a 1 then 0, then scan the
maximum barcode again.

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FACTORY DEFAULT & KEYBOARD CONNECTION Chapter 5

Factory Default
Use the Factory Default barcode to reset the scanner to the Default
settings.

F a c t o ry Default

Autosense Stand Mode

Scan this Autosense Stand Mode barcode to enable the hands-free
autosense feature of the WLR8900/8905 Scanners. If you desire to turn
this mode “off,” please scan the default barcode above.

Autosense Flash Mode

Enable

Keyboard Connection

The Keyboard Connection is used to program the Wasp WLR 8900/8905

Scanners for the type of computer it is attached.

PC (USB or PS/2) * Notebook

*Default

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Chapter 5 BEEP AND DELAY

The 'Beep and Delay' configuration supports the general control options
for the Wasp WLR8900/8905 Scanners. These options include the volume,
intercharacter delay, and interblock delay.

Interblock delay is the minimum time interval between two adjacent scans.
If the processing speed of your host device is slower than your scanning
speed, a longer interblock delay may ensure the data integrity.

Intercharacter delay is the time period that the scanner will wait before
transmitting the next character. If data sent by the scanner has incorrect or
missing characters, a longer intercharacter delay may solve the problem.
The intercharacter delay should be changed only if the transfer rate cannot
be maintained between the scanner and the keyboard buffer of the
computer.

Note: The default for the intercharacter delay is set to '140us' and is the
most common configuration; however, your PC may be different. When
you scan a barcode, if some stray or scrambled characters appear,
increase the intercharacter delay to slow down the transfer rate.

Beep Settings

Beep Off Beep Hi

Beep Medium * Beep Low to High

Beep High to Low Beep Low

*Default

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BEEP AND DELAY Chapter 5

Interblock Delay Intercharacter Delay

0ms * 140us *

10ms 500us

50ms 1ms

100ms 4ms

200ms 16ms

500ms

*Default

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Chapter 5 UPPER/LOWER CASE

• Caps Lock Auto (For PC XT/AT only):

In Auto Trace mode, the scanner will keep track of the Caps Lock
status automatically. For some PCs, the scanning performance
may be compromised because of the auto tracing. If the
scanning performance
is poor (or cannot scan) or the scanner cannot output the
upper/lower case characters correctly, try to select one of the
next two choices
instead of auto tracing.
• Caps Lock Off:
When the keyboard is in the unshifted state (Caps Lock is not
pressed), select “Lower Case.”
• Caps Lock On:
When the keyboard is in the shifted state (Caps Lock is on),
select “Upper Case.”

Caps Lock On

Caps Lock Off *

Caps Lock Auto

*Default

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KEYBOARD LANGUAGE Chapter 5

The ‘Keyboard Language’ setting controls the key codes for your
keyboard’s language.

U.S. *

German

French

Spanish

Italian

*Default

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Chapter 5 PREAMBLE/POSTAMBLE CONFIGURATION

The ‘Preamble/Postamble’ configuration is used to add a prefix or suffix

set of characters to the barcode value. Up to 8 characters may be added
for each option separately. Preamble and postamble characters can
function concurrently, but need to be configured separately.
To add preamble or postamble characters, follow the steps below:
1) Scan the ‘Clear Pre/Postamble’ barcode on this page.
2) Scan the ‘Preamble’ or ‘Postamble’ barcode.
3) Use Appendix B on pages 32-35 to locate the characters you want to
add as preamble or postamble characters. Make sure that you scan
the barcode associated with each letter before preceding to the next
character. For example, to add the letter “A,” scan the barcode
corresponding to the letter “A” on page 34. The letter “A” will always
appear in your data as prefix or suffix to the barcode value.
4) Scan the corresponding 'Pre/Postamble' barcode on this page to exit
this setting.

Clear Pre/Postamble

Preamble

Postamble

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TERMINATOR/CODE ID Chapter 5

Terminator
The ‘Terminator’ option is used to specify the end-of-text message and is
primarily used to denote the end of the barcode value.

CR * Tab

None Space

LF ESC

CR + LF

Code ID
The ‘Code ID’ option sends a specific value when a particular barcode
symbology is scanned. For example, if ‘Code ID’ is enabled and Code 39
is scanned, an “M” will appear in the data stream in front of the
barcode value.

O - MSI/Plessey T - EAN 128

S - EAN 8 K - Code 128
Code ID On E - UPC E N - Codabar
A - UPC A D - Full ASCII Code 39
F - EAN 13 M - Std. Code 39
L - Code 93 I - Interleaved 2 of 5

Code ID Off *
*Default

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Chapter 5 ENABLE/DISABLE BARCODE SYMBOLOGIES

Enable Disable

Enable All Disable All

MSI Plessey MSI Plessey *

Interleaved 2 of 5 * Interleaved 2 of 5

Code 128 * Code 128

Codabar * Codabar

Code 39 * Code 39

*Default

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ENABLE/DISABLE BARCODE SYMBOLOGIES Chapter 5

Enable Disable

UPC A * UPC A

UPC E * UPC E

EAN 8 * EAN 8

EAN 13 * EAN 13

Code 93 Code 93 *

*Default

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Chapter 5 CODE 39 SETTINGS

Code 39 is variable length and is the most frequently used symbology in

industrial barcode systems today. It is extensively used within the
Department of Defense (DOD). The principal feature is to encode
messages using the full alphanumeric character set. Standard Code 39
contains only 43 characters (0-9, A-Z, $, /, %, +, -, ., SPACE) and can be
extended to a 128 character symbology (full ASCII) by combining one of
the special characters (S, /, %, +) with a letter (A-Z) to form the characters
that are not present in the standard Code 39 symbology.

See page 6 for information on setting the minimum and maximum lengths.

Enable Code 39 * Disable Code 39

Enable Code 39 Disable Code 39

Full ASCII * Full ASCII

Check Digit Do Check Digit Calculate

Not Calculate * And Send

Check Digit Calculate

But Do Not Send *

Minimum Length (1 *) Maximum Length (48 *)

*Default

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INTERLEAVED 2 OF 5 AND CODE 93 SETTINGS Chapter 5

Interleaved 2 of 5 is a variable length, even numbered, numeric barcode.

It is typically used in industrial and master carton labeling and also in the
automobile industry. The symbology uses bars to represent the first digit
of a pair and the interleaved (white) spaces to represent the second digit
of a character pair.
See page 6 for information on setting the minimum and maximum lengths.

Enable Interleaved Disable Interleaved

2 of 5 * 2 of 5

Check Digit Do Check Digit Calculate

Not Calculate * And Send

Check Digit Calculate

But Do Not Send

Minimum Length (6 *) Maximum Length (48 *)

Code 93 encodes the full 128 ASCII character set using 9 modules
arranged into 3 bars with adjacent spaces. Two of the characters are
check characters. Code 93 is similar to Code 39 but encodes more
characters per inch.

Enable Code 93 Disable Code 93 *

Minimum Length (6 *) Maximum Length (48 *)

*Default

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Chapter 5 CODE 128 AND UCC/EAN 128 SETTINGS

Code 128 is the most flexible of all the common linear symbologies.
It supports alpha and numeric characters easily, has the highest number
of characters per inch, and is variable length.
See page 6 for information on setting the minimum and maximum lengths.

Enable Code 128 * Minimum Length (5 *)

Disable Code 128 Maximum Length (48 *)

UCC/EAN 128 UCC/EAN 128

Enable * Disable

UCC/EAN 128 UCC/EAN 128

Code ID Enable Code ID Disable *

Function 1 Function 1
Character Send Character Do Not Send *

To Define UCC/EAN 128 Group Separator:

1. Scan Define UCC/EAN 128 Group Separator
Define UCC/EAN 128 2. Scan ASCII code from pages 31-34
Group Separator 3. Scan Define UCC/EAN 128 Group Separator
Note: Default Group Separator is GS
*Default

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MSI PLESSEY SETTINGS Chapter 5

MSI Plessey is a variable length numeric symbology and is primarily used

in marking retail shelves. Each character consists of four bars with
intervening spaces for each encoded digit, one or two symbol check digits,
and a reverse start code.

See page 6 for information on setting the minimum and maximum lengths.

Enable Disable *

Check Digit Verify Check Digit Verify

And Send * And Do Not Send

Check Digit Double Check Digit Double 11

MOD 10 Plus MOD 10

Check Digit Single MOD 10 Minimum Length (6 *)

Maximum Length (48 *)

*Default

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Chapter 5 CODABAR SETTINGS

Codabar is a variable length symbology capable of encoding six special

alphanumeric characters, capital letters A through D, T, N, *, E, and all
numeric digits. Codabar is one of the oldest barcode symbologies and is
still used in some library applications. It should not be considered for new
applications except under unusual circumstances.

See page 6 for information on setting the minimum and maximum lengths.

Codabar Enable * Codabar Disable

Send Start/Stop * Do Not Send

Start/Stop

Check Digit Check Digit

Do Not Verify * Verify And Send

Check Digit Verify Minimum Length (6 *)

And Do Not Send

Maximum Length (48 *)

*Default

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UPC-A SETTINGS Chapter 5

UPC-A (Universal Product Code-A) is fixed length and is the most

common UPC barcode for retail product labeling. It is seen in most
grocery stores across the United States. The symbology encodes a
12-digit number. The first six digits are assigned from the Uniform Code
Council (UCC). The next five digits are assigned by the manufacturer,
and the final digit is a modulo 10 check digit. The nominal height for the
UPC-A barcode is one inch. The reduced size is 80% of the nominal size.

UPC-A Enable * UPC-A Disable

Send Leading Digit * Do Not Send

Leading Digit

Send Check Digit * Do Not Send

Check Digit

*Default

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Chapter 5 UPC-A SUPPLEMENT SETTINGS

This option enables the two and five digit supplements for the UPC and
EAN/JAN barcode symbologies.

5 Digit Supplement 5 Digit Supplement

Enable Disable *

2 Digit Supplement 2 Digit Supplement

Enable Disable *

Transmit if Present Must Be Present *

*Default

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UPC-E SETTINGS Chapter 5

UPC-E (Universal Product Code-E) is fixed length and is a compressed

six digit code used for marking small packages, including magazines and
paperback books. UPC-E symbols are UPC-A symbols that have been
zero suppressed (i.e. consecutive zeros are not included in the symbol).
The printed value of the UPC-E code is a twelve digit code. The nominal
height for the UPC-E barcode is one inch. The reduced size is 80% of
the nominal size.

UPC-E Enable * UPC-E Disable

Send Leading Digit * Do Not Send

Leading Digit

Send Check Digit * Do Not Send

Check Digit

Expand to UPC-A Expand to UPC-A

On Off *

*Default

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Chapter 5 UPC-E SUPPLEMENT SETTINGS

This option enables the two and five digit supplements for the UPC and
EAN/JAN barcode symbologies.

5 Digit Supplement 5 Digit Supplement

Enable Disable *

2 Digit Supplement 2 Digit Supplement

Enable Disable *

Transmit if Present Must Be Present *

*Default

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EAN-8 SETTINGS Chapter 5

The EAN/JAN-8 is fixed length and is similar to the UPC-E code, but includes
two more digits for the country code. The nominal height for the EAN/JAN-8
barcode is one inch. The reduced size is 80% of the nominal size.

EAN-8 Enable * EAN-8 Disable

Send Leading Digit * Do Not Send

Leading Digit

Send Check Digit * Do Not Send

Check Digit

*Default

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Chapter 5 EAN-8 SUPPLEMENT SETTINGS

This option enables the two and five digit supplements for the UPC and
EAN/JAN barcode symbologies.

5 Digit Supplement 5 Digit Supplement

Enable Disable *

2 Digit Supplement 2 Digit Supplement

Enable Disable *

Transmit if Present Must Be Present *

*Default

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EAN-13 SETTINGS Chapter 5

The EAN/JAN-13 (European Article Number/Japanese Article Number)

is fixed length and is similar to the UPC-A symbology, but encodes a
13th digit. The nominal height for the EAN/JAN-8 barcode is one inch.
The reduced size is 80% of the nominal size.

EAN-13 Enable * EAN-13 Disable

Send Leading Digit * Do Not Send

Leading Digit

Send Check Digit * Do Not Send

Check Digit

ISBN Enable ISBN Disable *

ISSN Enable ISSN Disable *

*Default

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Chapter 5 EAN-13 SUPPLEMENT SETTINGS

This option enables the two and five digit supplements for the UPC and
EAN/JAN barcode symbologies.

5 Digit Supplement 5 Digit Supplement

Enable Disable *

2 Digit Supplement 2 Digit Supplement

Enable Disable *

Transmit if Present Must Be Present *

*Default

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BARCODE TEST SYMBOLS Appendix A

Note: Make sure that the appropriate barcode symbology is configured

properly and enabled before trying to scan. Use the 'Barcode Symbologies'
configuration beginning on page 14 to enable specific symbologies.

Code 39*

Code 93

Interleaved 2 of 5 *

Codabar *

Code 128*

MSI/Plessey

*Default

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Appendix A BARCODE TEST SYMBOLS

UPC-A*

UPC-A
w/5 digit supplement

UPC-A
w/2 digit supplement

UPC-E*

UPC-E
w/5 digit supplement

UPC-E
w/2 digit supplement

*Default

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BARCODE TEST SYMBOLS Appendix A

EAN/JAN-13*

EAN/JAN-13
w/5 digit supplement

EAN/JAN-13
w/2 digit supplement

EAN/JAN-8*

EAN/JAN-8
w/5 digit supplement

EAN/JAN-8
w/2 digit supplement

*Default

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Appendix B ASCII TABLE

Use this ASCII Table to add preamble and postamble characters to your
barcode value. Please refer to the appropriate configuration section for the
number of characters that can be configured.

NUL LF DC4

SOH VT NAK

STX FF SYN

ETX CR ETB

EOT SO CAN

ENQ SI EM

ACK DLE SUB

BEL DC1 ESC

BS DC2 FS

HT DC3 GS
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ASCII TABLE Appendix B

RS ) 4

US * 5

SP + 6

! , 7

" - 8

# . 9

$ / :

% 0 ;

& 1 <

' 2 =

( 3 >
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Appendix B ASCII TABLE

? J U

@ K V

A L W

B M X

C N Y

D O Z

E P [

F Q \
PostScript Picture
(G.eps)
G R ]

H S ^

I T _

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ASCII TABLE Appendix B

` k v

a l w

b m x

c n y

d o z

e p {

f q |

g r }

h s ~

i t DEL

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Appendix C FUNCTION CODE FOR PC

F1 F10 Cursor Right

F2 F11 Cursor Up

F3 F12 Cursor Left

F4 Tab Cursor Down

F5 Back Tab Page Up

F6 Esc Page Down

F7 End Ins

F8 Home Enter

F9 Back Space Del

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Appendix D

MODEL WLR8900

PERFORMANCE
Sensor 2660 pixels CCD linear imager sensor
Depth of Field 30mm to 330mm (40 mil) ± 20mm
Best Resolution 0.127mm ( 5mil).
Scan Rate 45 scan / sec
Decoding Rate 100 scan / sec ( 10m / sec)
Scanning Width 120mm (1 mm barcode)
Sunlight 5000 Lux / Max ( Flourescent Light)

MECHANICAL
Dimensions 106 (L) x 62 (W) x 160 (H) mm
Weight Approximately 160g (without cable)
Cable 210 cm in length (Interchangeable cable)

ELECTRICAL
Operating Voltage + 5 VDC ± 10%

POWER CONSUMPTION
Standby <100mA
Working <220mA
Surge <1000mA

ENVIRONMENTAL
Operating Temperature 0˚C to 50˚C
Storage Temperature -20˚C to 60˚C
Relative Humidity 0% to 95% non-condensing
Mechanical Shock 1.5m drop onto concrete
Conformance FCC class A and CE approval in progress

SYMBOLOGIES
UPC-E, UPC-A, EAN-8, EAN13, UCC/EAN128, JAN, ISBN, ISSN, Code 39,
Code 93, Code 128, Interleave 2 of 5, Industrial 2 of 5, Matrix 2 of 5,
IATA 2 of 5, China Post Code (Toshiba Code), MSI, Codabar,
ABC Codabar, CX Codabar, Code 11, UK Plessey, Telepen, Code 128, RSS

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Warranty Information

Wasp Barcode Technologies products are warranted against defects in

workmanship and materials for a period of one year from the date of
shipment, provided that the product remains unmodified and is operated
under normal and proper conditions.

This warranty is limited to repair or replacement at Wasp Barcode

Technologies option, with reasonable promptness after being notified.
These provisions do not prolong the original warranty term for any
product which has been repaired or replaced by Wasp Barcode
Technologies.

This warranty applies to the original owner and does not extend
to any product which has been subject to misuse, neglect,
accidental damage, unauthorized repair, or tampering.

No other express warranty is given. The replacement or repair of a

product is your exclusive remedy. Any other implied warranty of mer-
chantability or fitness is limited to the duration of this written warranty.
Some states, provinces, and countries do not allow limits on how long an
implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.

In no event shall Wasp Barcode Technologies be liable for consequential

damages. Some states, provinces, and countries do not allow the
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above
limitations may not apply to you.

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FAQ

Q: How do I configure the scanner for a notebook (or laptop) computer?

A: Scan the “Notebook” barcode on page 7.

Q: How do I change the terminator to a Tab?

A: Scan the “Tab” barcode on page 13.

Q: How do I remove the terminator?

A: Scan the “None” barcode on page 13.

Q: How do I enable the Full ASCII character set for the Code 39
barcode symbology?
A: Scan the following “Enable Code 39 Full ASCII” bar code on page 16.

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Product Support

If you experience any problems with the Wasp WLR8900 Series

Scanners that you are unable to resolve, call for technical assistance at
(214) 547-4100 ext 2, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Central
Standard Time. Visit www.waspbarcode.com/support anytime.

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Please Read
Note: The Wasp® WLR8900 Series Scanners
are ready to scan the most popular barcodes out of the box.
This manual should only be used to make changes in the
configuration of the scanner for specific applications. These
scanners do not require software or drivers to operate. The
scanner enters data as keyboard data. Please review this manual
before scanning any of the programming barcodes in this manual.

Tech Tip

If you are unsure of the scanner configuration or have scanned

the incorrect codes, please scan the default barcode on page 7.
This will reset the scanner to its factory settings.

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