Brady PSC Powerscan RF User Manual
PowerScan
™
RF
Systems Manual
PSC Scanning, Inc.
959 Terry Street
Eugene, Oregon 97402
Telephone: (541) 683-5700
Telefax: (541) 345-7140
PSC, the PSC logo, Quadralogic and PowerScan are registered trademarks of PSC Inc. All
other trademarks and trade names referred to herein are property of their respective owners.
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Disclaimer
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manual is complete and accurate. However, PSC reserves the right to change any
specification at any time without prior notice.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction................................................................................................................................1
About This Manual ..................................................................................................1
References ..............................................................................................................1
Product Description .................................................................................................2
Laser Cautions ..............................................................................................................4
Radio Frequency Interference .......................................................................................5
Quick Start Instructions........................................ ..... .... ...................................... .....................6
Unpacking and Inspecting the Base Station ...........................................................6
Installation Procedures ....................... ..... .... ..... ...................................... ................6
Installing the Battery ......................................................................................................7
Verifying Scanner Operation ..................... ..... .... ...................................... .....................8
Connecting the Base Station to the Host Terminal ........................................................8
Linking the Scanner to a Base Station ........................................................................10
Verifying Scanner-to-Base Station Communications ............................................11
Using the PowerScan RF System ..........................................................................................11
Battery Charging and Maintenance .............................................................................12
Tips for Extending Battery Life ..............................................................................13
Disposing of Batteries .............................. .... ..... ..... ...............................................13
Four Station Charger ............................................................................................ 13
How to Scan ................................................... ..................................... ........................15
Depth of Field ........................................................................................................16
Active Symbologies ...............................................................................................20
Enhanced Scanning for Hard-to-Read Bar Codes ................................................20
LED and Beeper Indications ........................................................................................21
Maximizing Signal Range ............................... .... ...................................... ...................25
Three-Position Lock ..............................................................................................26
Mounting the Base Station .....................................................................................................27
Horizontal (Table or Countertop) Mounting ...........................................................27
Vertical (Wall) Mounting ........................................................................................29
Post or Forklift Mounting .......................................................................................30
RF Programmable Features....................................................................................................31
Programming Overview ................................................................ ........................32
What Is Programming Mode? ...............................................................................33
The Programming Session ...................................................................................34
Programming Sequence ............................................. ..........................................36
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Scanner vs. Base Station Features ......................................................................38
Interface (I/F) Selection ........................................................................................39
Universal Keyboard Wedge I/F Selection .............................................................42
Terminal/Keyboard Settings .................................................................................43
RF Beeper Settings ..............................................................................................44
RF When to Beep .................................................................................................45
RF When to Beep Options (continued) .................................................................46
Radio Transmit Power ..........................................................................................50
RF Channel Selection ...........................................................................................51
Transmission Retries Before Message Time-out .................................................53
Wait Time for ACK ..................................... ..... ..................................... .................56
Wait Time For Scanner Power Shutdown ............................................................57
Wait Time Between Retries of Failed Transmission .............................................58
HACK Transmit Options .......................................................................................60
Wait Time For HACK From Host ..........................................................................62
Drop Links on Reset Option .................................................................................63
Drop Oldest Links Option .....................................................................................64
Common Configuration .........................................................................................65
Set Maximum Linked Scanners ............................................................................67
Source-Radio Identification (ID) ...........................................................................69
Low Battery LED Indication ..................................................................................71
Maintenance and Troubleshooting........................................................................................72
Scanner Maintenance ...........................................................................................72
Base Station Maintenance .................... ..... ..... ..................................... .................72
Four Station Charger Maintenance ......................................................................72
Troubleshooting ..........................................................................................................73
If the Scanner Fails to Link with the Base Station ................................................74
Standard Warranty..................................................................................................................78
Exclusions ................................................................................................................... 78
Limitations of Liability ..................................................................................................78
Assignment .................................................................................................................78
Risk of Loss .................................................................................................................78
Appendix A: Sample Bar Codes ......................................................................................... A-1
Appendix B: Number Pad ....................................................................................................B-1
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PowerScan™ RF
Scanner
Introduction
About This
Manual
References
This systems manual provides information and instructions to connect
and configure your PowerScan™ RF system. The following sections are
included in the manual:
• Introduction pr esents gener al inf ormation a bout th e conten ts of
this manual and abou t the system.
• Quick Start Instructions provide easy to follow procedures for
installing your system quickly.
• Using the PowerScan RF System provides details about scanning
basics, system controls and indicators.
• Mounting the Base Station demonstrates ways to securely attach
the Base Station to various work surfaces.
• RF Programmable Features is a set of procedures detailing sys-
tem configuration that is unique to the RF system.
• Maintenance and Troubleshooting provides solutions for prob-
lems that may be encountered during installation and use of
the system.
• Standard Warranty is a statement describing th e warranty pol-
icy covering the system.
Other manuals are available for this product. Printed copies can be
ordered through your distributor. Some manuals can be downloaded
at our website address listed on the back cover of this manual. Read the
terms of use and instructions at the site to download, save, view or
print the most current manual(s) from the internet.
Configurator Express™ On-Screen Programming offers a convenient way
to program your scanner using your PC. Information about ordering a
kit (includes software, adapter and cable) for your RF scanner can also
be accessed from our website (see the back cover of this manual).
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Product
Description
The PowerScan™ RF scanner is designed for durability, with high
impact-resistant material and protective rubber cushioning at every
point of impact, and it also provides the unleashed freedom of Radio
Frequency (RF) communication with your host system. Scanner and
Base Station nomenclature and labeling are shown in Figure 1 and
Figure 2 below .
Figure 1. Scanner Labels and Nomenclature
2
1
COVERED
BY ONE OR MORE OF THE
FOLLOWING PATENTS:
4,387,297 • 4,409,470 • 4,460,120
4,593,186 • 4,652,750 • 4,673,805
4,736,095 • 4,816,660 • 4,845,350
4,861,972 • 4,866,257 • 4,879,456
5,179,270 • 5,180,904 • 5,237,161
5,247,161 • 5,247,162 • 5,258,604
5,260,554 • 5,298,728 • 5,311,000
5,330,370 • 5,468,949 • 5,475,206
5,481,098
RF
CAUTION—LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.
Other patents pending
3
6
1. Trigger 4. Tether Hook
2. Scan Window 5. Yellow LED
3. Green LED 6. Battery
4
5
Figure 1 and Figure 2 show label placement ONLY.
For actual regulatory, patent and other applicable
information, view the labels on the product itself, or
NOTE
2
call your nearest sales or service representative.
PowerScan
™ RF
Scanner
Figure 2. Base Station Labels and Nomenclature
PSC
INC.
959 Terry Street
Eugene, OR 97402 U.S.A.
ACN
N263
CUS
LISTED
NWGQ 2Z78
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Applicable patents are listed on label inside handheld unit.
FCC ID: O9NPWRSCAN-BS
CANADA38621032367A
MODEL: PowerScan RF Base Station
CLASS No.
SERIAL No.
FREQ:
Use ONLY PSC
AC/DC Power Supply
Input: +7.5V to +14V
Power: 5.5 Watts (max)
12
2
3
5
4
1
6
BASE ID
TX/RX
CHARGE
POWER
14
7
8
13
9
10
b
a
11
1. Antenna 8. Interface (I/F) Connector
2. Transmit/Receive
9. Cable Retainer
(TX/RX)/ Diagnostics LED
3. Charge LED 10 Power Connector
4. Power LED 11. Po wer Supply - (a) A C Adapter or
(b) Forklift DC Converter
5. Base ID Bar Code 12. Interface (I/F) Cable
6. Charging Pins 13. Mounting Key Slots (3)
7. 3-Position Lock 14. Mounting Flanges (4)
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Laser Cautions
The PowerScan RF bar code scanner is certified in the U.S. to conform
to the requirements of DHHS/CDRH 21CFR Su bc hapter J f or Cl ass II la ser
products (SR and LR) and Class IIIa (XLR). Class II and IIIa products are
not considered to be hazardous. The scanner contains a Visible Laser
Diode (VLD) at a wavelength of 650-670 nanometers and is designed so
that there can be no human access to harmful levels of laser light during normal operation, user maintenance, or during prescribed service
operations.
In the unlikely event that a bright laser spot is experienced rather than a scan line, do not stare into the
beam or attempt to repair the unit. Discontinue
operation and return the unit to your dealer. Note
CAUTION
CAUTION
that when using Marker Beam Mode, a single aiming
dot is projected momentarily preceding a scan line
and is not considered a malfunction.
Do not open or otherwise service any components
in the optics cavity. Opening or servicing any part
of the optics cavity by unauthorized personnel may
violate laser safety regulations. The optics system
is a factory only repair item.
The PowerScan™ RF scanner is required to be
used in conjunction with the PSC Base Station,
NOTE
4
Model: PowerScan RF Base Station.
PowerScan
™ RF
Scanner
Radio Frequency Interference
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two condition s:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-
003 du Canada.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with these instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be dertermined 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 or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.
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Quick Start Instructi ons
Unpacking and
Inspecting the
Base Station
Installation
Procedures
After unpacking your new Base Station, check the contents of the shipping carton to ensure all the items you ordered are included:
• PowerScan
• Interface Cable
• Power Supply (AC Adapter or Forklift DC Converter)
• Systems Manual (this manual)
• Programming Guide
• Optional Accessories that you ordered. (The Base Station can
be purchased with or without accessory kits.)
If your package contains wrong or missing components, contact your
place of purchase. If ther e ar e damaged components, immediately file a
claim with the carrier. You may want to save your packing material in
case you need to ship the scanner at some later time.
NOTE
The basic steps below must be performed to set up the RF scanner.
Each of these steps is detailed in this section.
• Installing the Battery
™ Scanner Base Station
Other manuals for this product are available on our
internet website. See the back cover for our internet
address.
• Verifying Scanner Operation
• Connecting the Base Station to the Host Terminal
• Linking the Scanner to a Base Station
• Ve rifying Scanner-to-Base Stat ion Communications
• Using the PowerScan RF System
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PowerScan
™ RF
Scanner
Installing the Battery
Orient the battery as shown in Figure 3, then push it into the scanner
until it snaps in place. T o remove the battery, push in on the release tabs
on both sides of the battery’s base and pull it straight out of the scanner.
To assure maximum usage, batteries should always
be fully charged before their initial use. (See
Charging and Maintenance
NOTE
Figure 3. Installing the Battery
Battery
on page 12.)
1
1. Battery Release Tabs
1
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Verifying Scanner Operation
Once a charged battery has been installed in the scanner, scan the sample bar codes in Appendix A that correspond to the symbologies your
scanner is programmed to read. If unsure how to do this, see the section on How to Scan in this manual. The system may signal with one or
a combination of indicators depending upon how the scanner and Base
Station a re programme d to respon d (see LED and Beeper Indications for
details). If your scanner fails to read a sample bar code of a symbology
it’s programmed to read, turn to the section titled, Maintenance and
Troubleshooting.
Connecting the Base Station to the Host Terminal
It is important that the interface (I/F) cable be connected to the Base Station prior to applying power
to the system. This is because the interface type
(RS-232, IBM, Keyboard Wedge, etc.) is selected by
NOTE
1. Connect the I/F cable to the Base Station (see Figure 4A). The
I/F cable is inserted into the connector and the cable retainer
clip is rotated over the cable overmold until the retainer snaps
in place (see Figure 4B). T o disconnect the cable, push in on the
retainer (away from the catch on the plastic wall) to release it
and enable it to swing upward, allowing the cable to be pulled
free (see Figure 4C).
the Base Station subject to the I/F cable it is connected to at the time of power-up.
Figure 4. Connecting/Disconnecting the Interface (I/F) Cable
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c
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PowerScan
™ RF
Scanner
2. Consult your Host Terminal manual to determine the required
communication parameters for the Host Te rminal (e.g., baud
rate, parity, etc.) and, if necessary, modify the programmed
parameters to be compatible with those requirements. Scanner
and Base Station programming is performed using one of the
following:
- Configurator Express™ Programming Software
- PowerScan
NOTE
CAUTION
3. Connect the I/F cable to the proper port on the Host Terminal
(check your Host Terminal manual to determine hardware
requirements).
4. Connect the AC Adapter's power cord at the Base Station and
plug the AC/DC adapter in at the wall outlet (see Figure 5).
The Base Station’s POWER LED should be illumin at ed when
the unit is properly connected to power.
™ Bar Code Scanner Programming Guide
References
See
obtain software and manuals for this product.
The Host T erminal man ual sho uld also be consu lted
as to whether power must be turned off before connecting peripheral devices. Ensure that the correct
procedure is followed to avoid damage to equipment or interruption of system functions.
for more information about how to
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Figure 5. Connecting Power to the Base Station
5. Apply power to the Host Terminal.
6. Verify communication with the Host Terminal by aiming the
linked scanner at a sample bar code from Appendix A, and
pulling the trigger (see How to Scan for tips about scanning bar
codes). Confirm that the scanner/Base Station sent the data to
the host terminal. If not, see the section, Maintenance and Trou-
bleshooting. Once all communications are verified, the system is
ready for use.
Linking the Scanner to a Base Station
To link a scanner to a Base Station, simply scan the Base Station ID bar
code located on the top of the desired Base Station (see Figure 2). As the
scanner searches for the Base Station, a short beep is heard as it seeks
for the correct channel. When the Base Station responds to the request,
the scanner’s beeper will either sound a "Link Granted," or "Link
Denied" signal (see the section, LED and Beeper Indications for more
information).
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PowerScan
™ RF
Scanner
The existing Base Station system configuration can be automatically
downloaded to the scanner. This automatic download feature is configurable and can be disabled. See the section, Common Configuration for
more information about this feature. If downloading occurs, a slight
delay with link verification anno uncement will occur.
Since a new/replacement scanner may have been
shipped with a custom configuration or may have
been modified with other special programming, it
may not be desirable to download a potentially
older configuration from an existing Base Station.
CAUTION
In this case, reference the
tures
section of this manual, or the
™
Express
consider uploading the scanner’s newer configuration to the Base Station prior to linking.
On Screen Programming Software and
RF Programmable Fea-
Configurator
Verifying
Scanner-to-Base
Station
Communications
Point the linked scanner at a sample bar code from Appendix A, and
pull the trigger (see How to Scan for tips on scanning bar codes). Watch
the TX/RX (transmit/receive) indicator LED on the Base Station and/
or scanner green LED while scanning the bar code. The LEDs should
flash momentarily as the two devices communicate. If no communication is indicated, see the section titled, If the Scanner Fails to Link with the
Base Station.
When the scanner is programmed to do so, communication can also be
indicated by a second "acknowledgement" ton e
"good read" tone. If a transmission error beep (warble) is heard following a "good read" tone instead of the single acknowledgement tone,
communication between the devices may have failed
tions Using the PowerSc a n RF System, and Maintenance and Troubleshoot-
ing for possible remedies, should this occur.
Using the PowerScan RF System
This section covers the following topics:
• Battery Charging and Maintenance
• How to Scan
1. See
LED and Beeper Indications
2. Other reasons for a "warble" are that the Base Station may be configured differently than the scan-
ner, or that the system’s interface doesn’t support the symbology (bar code type) you’re trying to
scan.
1
that is sounded after a
for more details about beeper signals.
2
. Refer to the sec-
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• LED and Beeper Indications
• Maximizing Signal Range
• Three-Position Lock
Battery Charging and Maintenance
When the scanner is in use, a low battery condition
is indicated by a repeated two-flash signal from the
scanner’s green LED every time the trigger is pulled
before the laser is enabled. This indicator may have
NOTE
Seat the scanner in the Base Station as shown in Figure 6, ensuring that
the battery fully engages the station’s metal con tacts. The CHARGE
LED on the Base Station should flash, indicating the battery is charging.
Figure 6. Charging the Battery
been disabled via custom programming. See
and Beeper Indications
LED
for more information.
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Rapid flashing indicates that charging is ta king place. Rapid charging
occurs when the battery temperature is between 10°C (50°F) and 46°C
(115°F), and/or voltage of the battery is between 2.0 and 3.2V. Charge
time is less than 4.2 hours. Rapid charge ends with the battery at
approximately 90 to 95% capacity. The CHARGE LED remains on
steady when trickle charging or after the charge cycle is complete.
A scanner may be charged simultaneously while
other scanners are in use with the Base Station.
NOTE
PowerScan
™ RF
Scanner
NOTE
Batteries will not charge if their temperature is
below 0°C (30°F). If a battery that is too cold is
inserted into the Base Station, the Charge LED will
not illuminate.
Tips for
Extending
Battery Life
Disposing of
Batteries
Four Station
Charger
Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) batteries will better hold a charge if
allowed to discharge at least once a week. The chemical reactions that
correspond to charge and discharge in a rechargeab le battery should
occur to obtain the maximum number of charge/discharge cycles in
the battery. If a battery is removed from the scanner and stored, it
should be fully charged when stored. Batteries will lose the ability to
hold a charge when stored for long periods of time (weeks, months, or
longer).
Batteries will typically have about 30% charge capacity when shipped.
To assure maximum usage, the battery should be fully charged before
use.
Store your battery in a cool dry place. Do not leave your battery
exposed to direct sunlight or temperatures below 0°C (30°F) and above
38°C (100°F).
There presently are no US, North America or World disposal requirements for NiMH batteries, so when they won't hold a charge anymore,
the batteries can be disposed of, preferably through a recycling center.
If you have a Four Station Charger, batteries are inserted for charging
as shown in Figure 7. A 90% rapid charge can be achieved in only two
hours when using this optional accessory; half the time than when a
Base Station is used for charging. The LEDs at each battery station
operate the same as the CHARGE LED on the Base Station, with rapid
flashing indicating that rapid charging is taking place and on steady
during trickle charging or when the rapid charge cycle is finished.
If you insert a battery into the Four Station Charger
and no LEDs illuminate, the battery may be too
cold. Batteries must be at 0°C or higher to charge.
Do not attempt to charge cold batteries, since plac-
NOTE
ing them in the charger will curtail the charging of
other batteries already present in the unit.
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Figure 7. Using the Four Station Charger Accessory
1
2
1. Device Power LED 2. Station Charge LEDs
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PowerScan
™ RF
Scanner
How to Scan
Figure 8 illustrates some tips to help get the best scanning results:
1. The scanner must be pointed at a slight angle to the bar code.
Do not hold the scanner perpendicular to the bar code.
2. The laser beam must cross the entire bar code. The scanner
cannot correctly read if the entire bar code is not scanned.
Figure 8. Scanning Tips
1
2
1
2
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Depth of Field
Definition of
a "mil"
Depth of Field
Paper Labels (SR decoded model, Code 39)
There are currently four different range models for the RF scanner.
Depending upon the model type of your scanner, you’ll need to hold
the unit at a given distance from the bar code to achieve optimum scanning results. The following diagrams provide depth of field information for each of the models when scanning grade A, Code 39 bar codes:
Standard Range (SR), High Density (HD), Long Range (LR) and Extra
Long Range (XLR).
A "mil" is equal to 0.001 inches. In the context of the illustrations in this
section, a mil represents the minimum bar code element width. Thus a
5 mil bar code would have a minimum element width of 5 mils (or
0.005 inches).
Measurements are based on SR models set with the
standard 28° scan width (as opposed to the Half
Angle setting of 14°). Reference the Programming
Manual for more information about the Half Angle
NOTE
feature.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Figure 9. Depth of Field (SR)
16
5 mil
7.5 mil
10 mil
FRONT OF SCANNER
0
15 mil
20 mil
40 mil
12345
10
20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 160 170
55 mil
FEET
CENTIMETERS
PowerScan
™ RF
Scanner
See the section titled,
information about reading this chart. Measurements
are based on HD models set with the standard 28°
scan width (as opposed to the Half Angle setting of
14°). Reference the Programming Manual for more
NOTE
information about the Half Angle feature.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Figure 10. Depth of Field (HD)
Depth of Field
Paper Labels (HD decoded model, Code 39)
3 mil
4 mil
FRONT OF SCANNER
5 mil
7.5 mil
10 mil
20 mil
Definition of a "mil"
for more
12345678
0
5
INCHES
10 15 20
CENTIMETERS
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See the section titled,
information about reading this chart. Measurements
are based on LR models set with the a 14° scan
width (as opposed to the alternate Full Angle setting of 28°). Reference the Programming Manual for
NOTE
more information about the Half Angle feature.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Figure 11. Depth of Field (LR)
Depth of Field
Paper Labels (LR decoded model, Code 39)
7.5 mil
10 mil
15 mil
FRONT OF SCANNER
20 mil
40 mil
55 mil
Definition of a "mil"
for more
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12345
0
10
20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 160
FEET
CENTIMETERS
6789
170 180 190 200 210 220 230 240 250 260 270 280
Reflective Labels (LR decoded model, Code 39)
40 mil
FRONT OF SCANNER
102345678910 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22
55 mil
70 mil
100 mil
FEET
CENTIMETERS
6706506306105905705505305104904704504304103903703503303102902702502302101901701501301109070503010
PowerScan
™ RF
Scanner
See the section titled,
information about reading this chart. Measurements
are based on XLR models set with a 10° scan angle
width.
NOTE
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Figure 12. Depth of Field (XLR)
Depth of Field
Paper Labels (XLR decoded model, Code 39)
15 mil
FRONT OF SCANNER
20 mil
40 mil
55 mil
Definition of a "mil"
for more
12345678910 11 12 13 14 15
0
FEET
CENTIMETERS
45040035030025020015010050
Reflective Labels (XLR decoded model, Code 39)
FRONT OF SCANNER
2345678910 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36
40 mil
70 mil
100 mil
FEET
CENTIMETERS
1100105010009509008508007507006506005505004504003503002502001501005010
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Active
Symbologies
The active (enabled) bar code symbologies in the standard factory
defaults are:
• Code 39 (C39)
• Code 128 (C128)
• Interleaved 2 of 5 (I 2 of 5)
Your scanner should be pre-programmed with these standard factory
default settings, unless...
...it was shipped to you programmed with unique, customer con-
figuration settings.
...you or another user have made changes to scanner program-
ming.
Enhanced
Scanning for
Hard-to-Read
Bar Codes
Decoded scanners can be programmed to decode extremely poor quality bar codes by activating advanced Quadralogic
select this feature, see the Programming Guide.
Scanner programming can also be performed using your PC and the
Configurator Express
NOTE
™ On-Screen Programming Kit.
Information about manuals, kits and programming
software for this product are available at our website. See the back cover for our web address.
™ Decoding. To
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PowerScan
™ RF
Scanner
LED and Beeper Indications
The Base Station LED indicators and the scanner’s LEDs and beeper are
used to announce system status and perform other useful signals. The
tables below list the default function of each of the various indicators.
NOTE
Some LED and beeper indications can be disabled
or modified via scanner programming. The tables
indicate the default behavior of the indicators, with
shaded rows representing features that are programmable.
Table 1. Scanner GREEN LED Functions
LED
INDICATION
Disable
Indication
Good Read
Indication
Program Mode
Indication
Field Replaceable Unit (FRU)
Indications
Low Battery
Indication
DURATION COMMENT
100ms on, 900 ms off
500 ms on
500 ms on, 500 ms off
Continuous flashing
Varies. Consists of a long
flash followed by multiple short
flashes.
Two flashes at 100 ms on, 350
ms off.
Indicates the scanner has
been disabled.
Indicates a bar code has
been read and decoded.
Indicates the scanner is in
Programming Mode.
Enables service technicians to identify Field
Replaceable Unit (FRU)
errors.
Occurs at trigger pull
before the laser is enabled.
Indicates the battery is in
need of recharging.
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Table 2. Scanner YELLOW LED Functions
LED
INDICATION
Laser on indication
SPEAKER
INDICATION
Scanner Not
Currently
Linked
Good Read
Beep
DURATION COMMENT
On Steady
The yellow LED illuminates
whenever the laser is on.
Ta ble 3. Scanner BEEPER Functions
DURATION COMMENT
Six beeps consisting of 20 ms
on, 20 ms off
100 ms on (short)
250 ms on (medium)
500 ms on (long)
Indicates a bar code was
read before the scanner
was linked to a Base Station.
Three programmable functions are available. This
indicates a bar code has
been read and decoded.
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Partial Read
Bip
Base Station
Acknowledgement Beep
20 ms on
100 ms on (short)
250 ms on (medium)
500 ms on (long)
A very short beep ("bip") is
sounded when one bar
code of a two-bar code pair
has been successfully
decoded.
Indicates a successful bar
code transmission to the
host (configurable), a successful change of channel,
or a successful transmission of a new configuration
to the host.
PowerScan
™ RF
Scanner
SPEAKER
INDICATION
Transmission
Error Beep
DURATION COMMENT
High, then low , then high, then
low.
Indicates unsuccessful
transmission to the host.
Link Beep
Unlink Beep
Field Replaceable Unit (FRU)
Indications
Low, then medium, then high.
High, then medium, then low.
Varies. Consists of a long tone
followed by multiple short
tones.
Indicates a scanner has
been successfully linked to
a base station.
Indicates a scanner has
been successfully unlinked
from a base station.
Enables service technicians to identify Field
Replaceable Unit (FRU)
errors.
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