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Brady Code Reader 1.1 User Manual

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Code Reader 1.1
High-Density and
Ultra High Density Imager
This manual is applicable for rmware versions 1.160 and earlier.
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents.....................................................................................................................2
Statement of Agency Compliance..........................................................................................3
Code Corporation Overview...................................................................................................4
Code Reader 1.1 Overview......................................................................................................5
Manual Overview and Code Reader Set Up.........................................................................6
Targeting and Reading Techniques.........................................................................................7
Programming: Code Reader Conguration ..........................................................................8
Installation Instructions: Keyboard Wedge Adapter ..........................................................9
Programming: Symbology Settings................................................................................13-14
Programming: Reader Targeting Controls......................................................................... 15
Programming: Prex and Sufx for Keyboard Wedge.................................................... 16
Programming: Prex and Sufx for Serial and PC Card ............................................17-18
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Statement of Agency Compliance
The Code Reader 1.1 has been tested for compliance with FCC regula­tions and was found to be compliant with all applicable FCC Rules and Regulations.
The Code Reader 1.1 has been tested for compliance to CE standards and guidelines and was found to conform to applicable CE standards, specically the EMC requirements EN 55024, ESD EN 61000-4-2, Radiated RF Immunity EN 61000-4-3, ENV 50204, EFT EN 61000-4-4, Conducted RF Immunity EN 61000-4-6, EN 55022, Class B Radiated Emissions, and Class B Conducted Emissions.
CAUTION
Laser Light­Do Not Stare Into Beam
In GaAIP Class 2
The Code Reader 1.1 can be set to use targeting lasers. If the targeting lasers are activated, do not stare into the beams. The Code Reader’s target­ing lasers have been rated as Class 2 Lasers by ANSI 2136.1-1993.
The Code Reader 1.1 has been tested by an independent electromagnetic compatibility laboratory in accordance with the applicable specications and instructions.
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Code Corporation - Overview
The Code Corporation Designs, develops and manufactures data capture and automatic identication technologies. The company specializes in image-based readers and advanced data collection platforms.
The company is a leading developer and manufacturer of linear and two-dimensional code readers. By utilizing new imaging technology, the Code Corporation has developed readers that out perform comparable readers, but are half the cost. Code Readers feature simple, omni­directional targeting and are ideal for professional and light-industrial uses.
The Code Corporation also has developed a unique data colloection platform called CodeXML. CodeXML consists of innovative software products that allow businesses to easily migrate to more progressive and exible data collection applications. The CodeXML platform allows businesses to bring online new systems while keeping legacy applications unchanged. By developing easy to use data denition software, and intelligent data routing software, the Code Corporation improves implementation, maintenance, and eliminates problematic upgrades for all automatic identication applications including 2-D codes, linear bar codes, RFID and OCR data. The CodeXML platform consists of the following two software products:
Code Router Software
Code Router software was developed to simplify the acquisition, routing and management of various data formats. The software recognizes and converts various data element formats, and is capable of routing multiple data strings to web-based or local applications. Code Router software is compatible with Windows, and Windows CE platforms and works with RS232, PCMCIA Card and Keyboard Wedge devices.
CodeXML Maker Software
CodeXML Maker Pro software is designed for the professional seeking to integrate high density, two-dimensional bar codes into applications. CodeXML Maker Pro features an easy user interface with drag and drop functionality. Users can easily manipulate size, resolution, bleed correction, error correction, and le format. CodeXML Maker Pro also allows users to create private or public codes and features innovative reader authentication features that simplies setting up a network of readers.
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Code Reader 1.1 - Overview
The low-cost Code Reader 1.1 is an innovative, hand-held data capture device for read­ing and decoding high density two-dimensional (2-D) codes and linear bar codes.
By utilizing new imaging technology, the Code Corporation has developed readers that outperform comparable readers, but are half the cost. The Code Reader 1.1 is available in a Ultra High Density (UHD) version for smaller very dense codes and a High Den­sity (HD) version for larger codes.
This manual is applicable for rmware versions 1.160 and earlier.
Trigger
Programmable Button
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Manual Overview and Code Reader Set Up
This manual is designed to help you understand how to use your Code Reader and how to change Code Reader settings.
Before using your Code Reader, please read the instructions that were included with your Code Reader on how to install it. Instructions on how to install your Code Reader are also included in this manual. See the instructions on setting up your Code Reader that follow in later sections.
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Targeting and Reading Techniques
1. Hold Code Reader about 1 - 3 inches above the code.
2. Hold the Code Reader still - Do NOT swipe or move the reader.
3. Press and hold either scanning button found on either side of the Code Reader.
4. When the code has been read and decoded, the reader will beep and the LED lights in the Code Reader’s head will turn off.
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Programming: Reader Conguration
The Code Reader 1.1 is available with keyboard wedge, serial and PC Card interfaces. Your Code Reader has been properly congured before shipping and may not need to be recongured. If you need to switch congurations, please scan the appropriate code:
Congure your Code Reader to work from your computer’s serial port:
Congure your Code Reader to work from your computer’s keyboard port:
Save settings on Code Reader:
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Installation Instructions: Keyboard Wedge Adapter
Ensure the power is off and unplug your keyboard.
Simply follow the keyboard cord to where it plugs into the computer, and unplug it. Note the location, because you will be plugging it back in momentarily.
Note: For laptop computers, you must have an external keyboard port (normally PS2 connector). Included with your Code Reader is an adapter that can be congured for use with a PS2 or an AT keyboard connector.
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Installation Instructions: Serial Port Adapter
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Please read the following before setting up your Code Reader 1.1 with serial port adapter.
A. Plug the 120 Volt AC adapter into the wall socket.
B. DO NOT PLUG IN large end of Code Reader 1.1 (only used for keyboard ports).
C. Plug the small end of the serial port adpater into the 120 AC Volt adapter.
D. Plug the serial port connection to the serial port in the back of your computer.
E. Plug the large end of the serial port adapter into the Code Reader 1.1 PS2 plug.
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Installation Instructions: PCMCIA Card Adapter
1. Insert PC card into expansion slot in PDA.
2. Turn the PDA on. When the PDA is turned on, the Code Reader will also be powered up.
3. If you have not received the appropraite software with your Code Reader for CE devices please call (801) 495-2200 for more information.
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Programming: Code Reader Default Settings
The following are the factory default settings for your Code Reader rmware version 1.160:
Circle Laser OFF Dot Laser ON 1-D Codes ON (Code 39, Code 128, UPC, EAN, JAN) Negative Data Matrix Codes ON Rectangle Data Matrix Codes ON Dual Code Mode ON (Data Matrix and GoCode) Baud Rate 9600 (PC Card ONLY) Baud Rate 38,400 (Serial Adapter ONLY) Prex None (Serial Adapter and PC Card) Sufx None (Serial Adapter and PC Card) Word Length 8 Bit (Serial Adapter and PC Card) Stop Bit 1 Stop Bit (Serial Adapter and PC Card)
Restore Code Reader to factory default settings:
Save settings on Code Reader:
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Programming: Symbology Settings
Enable negative Data Matrix codes
Disable negative (inverted) Data Matrix codes:
Enable rectangle-shaped Data Matrix codes:
Disable rectangle-shaped Data Matrix codes:
Enable Data Matrix codes only to be read:
Enable GoCodes only to be read:
Enable dual code mode (both Data Matrix and GoCodes can be read):
Save settings on Code Reader:
Setting multible symbologies will affect the performance of the Code Reader
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Programming: Symbology Settings (con’t)
Enable 1-D codes:
Disable 1-D codes:
Setting multible symbologies will affect the performance of the Code Reader
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Programming: Reader Controls
Enable targeting dot laser:
Disable targeting dot laser:
Enable targeting circle laser:
Disable targeting circle laser:
Enable continous scanning
Disable continous scanning
Save settings on Code Reader:
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Programming: Prex and Sufx - Ketboard Wedge ONLY
Scanning one the codes will add one of the following most common prexes or a sufxes.
Prex Sufx
Comma Comma
Space Space
Tab
Enter
Scan the Prex None or Sufx None codes to turn the prex and sufx commands off.
Prex Sufx
None None
To create a custom prex or sufx you may purchase a copy of CodeXML Maker Pro software.
Call (801) 495-2200 or visit www.codecorp.com for more details.
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Programming: Prex and Sufx - Serial Port and PC Card ONLY
Scanning one the codes will add the corresponding prex or a sufx.
Prex Sufx
Tab Tab
Comma Comma
Space Space
Carriage Return
Line Feed
Carriage Return Line Feed
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Programming: Prex and Sufx - Serial Port and PC Card ONLY (con’t)
Scan the Prex None or Sufx None codes to turn the prex and sufx commands off.
Prex Sufx
None None
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Programming: Baud Rate - PC Card and Serial Adapter ONLY
Scanning the following codes will set the baud rate for your Code Reader. The baud rate is the information transfer rate of data being passed between your Code Reader and your computer.
1200:
2400:
4800:
9600:
19200:
38400:
Default for serial version is 38,400 baud . Default for PC Card is 9600 buad
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Programming: Word Length and Stop Bit Data
For advanced users only: Set the word/character length with one of the following codes. Standard default length is 8 bits.
7 bit:
8 bit:
For advanced users only: Set the stop bit to one or more bits with one of the following codes:
1 stop bit:
2 stop bits:
Save settings on Code Reader:
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Code Reader 1.1 HD - Specications
Performance
Working Range (Typical)
Size: 5.0 pt font GoCode (10 Characters) 7 mil DataMatrix (10 Characters) 4.2 mil Code 128 (14 Characters) Near: 0.93 inches (23.62 mm) 1.15 inches (29.21 mm) 0.78 inches (19.81 mm) Far: 1.97 inches (50.04 mm) 1.63 inches (41.40 mm) 2.08 inches (52.83 mm)
Size: 5.8 pt font GoCode (10 Characters) 9 mil DataMatrix (10 Characters) 5.8 mil Code 128 (22 Characters) Near: 0.71 inches (18.03 mm) 0.74 inches (18.80 mm) 1.50 inches (38.10 mm) Far: 2.2 inches (55.88 mm) 2.00 inches (50.80 mm) 2.50 inches (63.50 mm)
Size: 11.5 pt font GoCode (10 Characters) 13 mil DataMatrix (10 Characters) 7.5 mil Code 128 (23 Characters) Near: 0.55 inches (13.97 mm) 0.46 inches (11.68 mm) 1.84 inches (46.74 mm) Far: 3.42 inches (86.87 mm) 2.45 inches (62.23 mm) 2.83 inches (71.88 mm)
Rotational Sensitivity: 360 ° Viewing Angle: +/- 45 ° Ambient Light: Total darkness to 100,000 lux (full sunlight) Aiming: Circle or dot pattern provides user feedback 2-Dimensional Symbologies: DataMatrix, GoCode Linear Bar Codes: Code 39, Code 128, UPC, EAN, JAN Interface: RS232, Keyboard Wedge, PC Card Programmable Options: Baud Rate, Parity, Data Formatting, Code Options, codeXML™
Mechanical Dimensions
Length: 7.2 inches (18.28 cm) Diameter: 1.15 inches (2.92 cm) Weight Without Cord: 1.8 oz. (51g) Weight With Cord: 5.18 oz. (147g)
Environmental
Operating Temperature: 0 ° C to 40 ° C Storage Temperature: - 40 ° C to 70 ° C Shock: 10 drops from 3 ft. to concrete at room temperature ESD: Functional after 10KV discharge Agency: FCC Class B, CE Warranty: 1 year full replacement
CR001R1 3/02 - Specications subject to change without notice.
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Code Reader 1.1 UHD - Specications
Performance
Working Range (Typical)
Size: 5.0 pt font GoCode (10 Characters) 7 mil DataMatrix (10 Characters) 4.2 mil Code 128 (14 Characters) Near: 0.25 inches (6.35 mm) .40 inches (10.16 mm) 0.40 inches (10.16 mm) Far: 1.40 inches (35.36 mm) 1.28 inches (32.51 mm) 1.27 inches (32.26 mm)
Size: 5.8 pt font GoCode (10 Characters) 9 mil DataMatrix (10 Characters) 5.8 mil Code 128 (14 Characters) Near: 0.25 inches (6.35 mm) 0.25 inches (6.35 mm) 0.48 inches (12.19 mm) Far: 1.46 inches (37.08 mm) 1.53 inches (38.86 mm) 1.59 inches (40.39 mm)
Size: 11.5 pt font GoCode (10 Characters) 13 mil DataMatrix (10 Characters) 7.5 mil Code 128 (14 Characters) Near: 0.63 inches (16.00 mm) 0.24 inches (6.10 mm) 1.28 inches (32.51 mm) Far: 2.3 inches (58.42 mm) 1.60 inches (40.64 mm) 1.75 inches (44.45 mm)
Rotational Sensitivity: 360 ° Viewing Angle: +/- 45 ° Ambient Light: Total darkness to 100,000 lux (full sunlight) Aiming: Circle or dot pattern provides user feedback 2-Dimensional Symbologies: DataMatrix, GoCode Linear Bar Codes: Code 39, Code 128, UPC, EAN, JAN Interface: RS232, Keyboard Wedge, PC Card Programmable Options: Baud Rate, Parity, Data Formatting, Code Options, codeXML™
Mechanical Dimensions
Length: 7.2 inches (18.28 cm) Diameter: 1.15 inches (2.92 cm) Weight Without Cord: 1.8 oz. (51g) Weight With Cord: 5.18 oz. (147g)
Environmental
Operating Temperature: 0 ° C to 40 ° C Storage Temperature: - 40 ° C to 70 ° C Shock: 10 drops from 3 ft. to concrete at room temperature ESD: Functional after 10KV discharge Agency: FCC Class B, CE Warranty: 1 year full replacement
CR001R1 3/02 - Specications subject to change without notice.
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Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Note: The Code Reader 1.1 was designed for use in a light industrial or ofce setting. Ex­posing the Reader to harsh temperatures or environments may cause the Code Reader to malfunction.
Maintenance
The Code Reader 1.1 device operates efciently and reliably and needs only a minimum of maintenance to operate. A few tips are given below for maintenance suggestions.
Cleaning the Code Reader’s Window
The Code Reader’s window should be clean to allow the best performance of the device. The window is the clear plastic piece inside the head of the Reader. Do not touch the win­dow. Your Code Reader uses CMOS technology that is much like a digital camera. A dirty window may stop the Code Reader from reading codes.
If the window becomes dirty, clean it with a soft, non-abrasive cloth or a facial tissue that has been moistened with water. A mild detergent may be used to clean the window, but the window should be wiped with a water moistened cloth or tissue after using the detergent.
The Code Reader’s housing may be cleaned in the same way.
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Maintenance and Troubleshooting (con’t)
Troubleshooting
Your Code Reader will perform a self-test every time it is powered up. You should see the light on the Code Reader ash once when it is connected to a computer or hand held device that has been powered up. If your Code Reader does not perform as described, please review the follow­ing troubleshooting tips:
• The Code Reader does not have power, the light on the top of the Code Reader does not ash when connected to a device, or the LED lights in the Code Reader’s head do not illuminate when the Code Reader’s scan buttons are pressed.
Make sure that:
1. The Code Reader’s cable is securely connected to the computer or hand-held device.
2. The host system is powered on.
• The Code Reader has problems reading codes.
Make sure that:
1. The codes you are scanning aren’t smudged, smeared, or partially covered.
2. The codes you are scanning aren’t larger than the maximum size the Code Reader can read - they must t in the Code Reader’s eld of view.
3. You are holding the Code Reader at least one or more inches above the code.
4. You try to hold the Code Reader at different angles to read codes printed on glossy paper.
5. The type of codes you are scanning are enabled to be read by the Code Reader.
6. The Code Reader’s window is clean.
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Code Corporation Customer Service and Support
Code Reader Questions or Problems
If you experience problems with your Code Reader or have questions about to use Code Cor­poration products, please visit www.codecorp.com/support for tips on how to use and trou­bleshoot your Code Reader and software. If you are unable to resolve the problem on your own, call Code Corporation Technical Support at 801-495-2200 for support Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. MST.
Code Reader 1.1 Warranty
Your Code Reader 1.1 comes with a full one-year warranty. If your Code Reader malfunc­tions, please visit our website at www.codecorp.com/support and read through the Code Reader troubleshooting guide before calling Code Corporation Technical Support. If you are unable to resolve your problem, call Code Corporation Technical Support at 801-495-2200 for support Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. MST. We will assist you with tech­nical problems or replace the Code Reader at our option.
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