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Quick Reference Guide1
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CO5300 Scanner
Introduction
1
Scan Volume
4
Touch Button
2
Scan Window
5
Head tilts up or down
3
Scan Depth 5 to 55mm (5mil)
The Cobalto™ scanner (reader) delivers high performance in a
small, fixed reader that can also be used as a targeted handheld
scanner. Its innovative design maximizes productivity and minimizes operator stress, strain and fatigue.
Operational Modes
The scanner can easily adapt to either fixed/portable or targeted
handheld scanning applications. The front scan window, with its
multi-line scan pattern, is used for most retail items. By touching
the top button, the reader emits a single targeted scan pattern for
handheld scanning of hard to read or bulky items, or to read an
individual bar code among many bar codes.
Fixed Mode
To use the scanner in Fixed Mode, seat it securely on the table. The
reader can scan bar codes either in a Sweep or Presentation Mode
to accommodate different user styles. To better adjust for your
scanning needs, the scanner head can be tilted up or down.
Figure 1. Scan Volume
1
2
4
5
3
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Operational Modes
Sweep Scanning
Move (sweep) the product, with the bar code facing the scan window. Optimal scanning distance is about 4.5 inches.
Figure 2. Sweep Motion
Presentation Scanning
Face the bar code toward the center of the front scan window.
Move the product with the bar code towards the scanner.
Figure 3. Presentation Motion
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Operational Modes
1
Sweep Motion
2
Presentation
Motion
2
1
1
Touch Button
2
Targeting Scan
Line
Portable Mode
Take the scanner in your hand. Present (or sweep) the scanner to
the bar code using the front scan window.
Figure 4. Portable Mode Scanning
1
2
Targeted Handheld Scanning
1.Take the scanner in your hand and touch the top button with
the index finger to operate the single line functionality
2.Lift the reader and position the scan window over the prod-
uct to be scanned.
Figure 5. Targeted Handheld Scanning
3.Center the single scan line on the bar code to maximize read-
4.To continue scanning in Targeted Handheld Mode, just keep
ing capability. Small bar code labels should be moved closer
to the scan window, while larger labels need to be held at a
further distance.
the top touch button pressed.
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Controls & Indicators
1
Serial Number/Regulatory Label
5
Touch Button
2
Speaker
6
Visual Indicator
3
Scan Window
7
Head
4
Ring of Light
8
Interface / Power Port
Controls & Indicators
Figure 6 illustrates the locations of the scanner’s features. Labels
are shown here to illustrate their location only. Please view the
labels on your product for actual details.
Figure 6. Nomenclature and Labeling
4
5
6
3
7
2
8
1
8
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CO5300 Scanner
Controls & Indicators
Touch Button
The touch button located on top of the head causes the scanner to
enter Targeted Handheld Mode. In this mode, the reader scans bar
codes with a single scan line. Releasing the touch button returns
the scanner to the Fixed/ Portable Scanning Mode.
Pressing and releasing the touch button will also wake up the
scanner, if it has entered Standby Mode, and return it to normal
operation.
Visual Indicator
The LED region encircling the touch button performs several indications:
•On blue – Indicates that the scanner is operational and
ready to scan.
•Flashes once green when the scanner has read a bar code
to indicate a successful read. This is usually accompanied
by a good read tone (or “jingle”) from the speaker.
•When illumination turns off and the top green LED turns
off, this indicates the scanner is in Standby Mode due to
an extended period of inactivity.
•Flashing green repeatedly, accompanied by a series of
tones indicates a failure has occurred. Contact your service personnel.
Speaker
The speaker also indicates scanner functions:
•Normal Tone – A single tone when the scanner reads a
bar code indicates a good read.
•Passed Selftest – A series of four tones are emitted when
power is first applied to the scanner. This indicates the
scanner passed the Selftest and is operating properly.
•Error Tone – The speaker sounds a series of tones alerting the operator of a possible system or component failure. If your scanner exhibits this behavior or behaves
erratically, contact your service personnel.
Ring of Light
The ring of light is illuminated with an attractive blue color during
normal operation. It flashes green when the scanner has read a
bar code, indicating a good read.
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Setting Up the Scanner
1
Cable Connector
3
Paperclip
2
Interface / Power Port
Setting Up the Scanner
Follow the steps below to connect and get your scanner up and
communicating with its host.
1.Connect the Cable to the scanner and the Host as shown in
Figure 7.
2.Configure the Interface (see Selecting the Interface Type on
page 8).
3.Program the scanner as needed using the configuration bar
codes available in the PRG.
Connecting / Disconnecting the Cable
Connect the cable at the scanner as shown in Figure 7. To release
the cable upon disconnection, insert a bent paperclip into the
opening shown, and push in gently to disengage the latch.
Figure 7. Cable Connection at the Scanner
1
2
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Setting Up the Scanner
Connecting to the Host Interface
The scanner is connected to the host interface in one of the following ways:
USB
Keyboard Wedge
RS-232
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Selecting the Interface Type
Selecting the Interface Type
Upon completing the physical connection between the scanner
and its host, proceed directly to Interface Selection below for
information and programming for the interface type the scanner
is connected to (for example: RS-232, Keyboard Wedge, USB, etc.)
and scan the appropriate bar code to select your system’s correct
interface type, according to your application.
For additional interfaces other than those listed in this manual,
see the Product Reference Guide (PRG) for this product, available
online at www.datalogic.com.
USB Interface
The scanner attaches directly to a USB host, or a powered USB
hub, and is powered by it. No additional power supply is required.
When using a USB interface, the scanner auto-detects the USB
and defaults to the USB Keyboard interface.
Select USB-COM-STD1 (simulates RS-232 standard interface)
Select USB Keyboard (with standard key encoding)
Select USB Alternate Keyboard (with alternate key encoding)
Select USB OEM
1. Download the correct USB Com driver from www.datalogic.com.
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Selecting the Interface Type
USB Interface (continued)
Select USB Composite (KEYBOARD + COM)
RS-232 Interface
To use an RS-232 interface, scan the bar code for the desired RS-232 host
type.
Select RS-232 Standard
Select RS-232 Wincor Nixdorf
Select RS-232 OPOS (for use with OPOS/UPOS/JavaPOS)
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Selecting the Interface Type
Keyboard Wedge Interface
To use a Keyboard Wedge interface, scan the bar code for the desired keyboard type.
•Keyboard Wedge for IBM AT PS2 without alternate key
encoding but without external keyboard
All other interfaces support ONLY the following Country Modes:
U.S., Belgium, Britain, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Sweden.
COUNTRY MODE
ENTER/EXIT PROGRAMMING MODE
Country Mode = U.S.
Country Mode = Belgium
Country Mode = Britain
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Selecting the Interface Type
COUNTRY MODE (continued)
Country Mode = Croatia*
Country Mode = Czech Republic*
Country Mode = Denmark*
Country Mode = France
Country Mode = French Canadian
Country Mode = Germany
*Supports only the interfaces listed in the Country Mode feature description
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COUNTRY MODE (continued)
Country Mode = Hungary*
Country Mode = Italy
Country Mode = Japanese 106-key*
Selecting the Interface Type
Country Mode = Lithuanian
Country Mode = Norway*
Country Mode = Poland*
*Supports only the interfaces listed in the Country Mode feature description
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Selecting the Interface Type
COUNTRY MODE (continued)
Country Mode = Portugal*
Country Mode = Romania*
Country Mode = Slovakia*
Country Mode = Spain
Country Mode = Sweden
Country Mode = Switzerland*
*Supports only the interfaces listed in the Country Mode feature description
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Programming
Programming
The scanner is factory-configured with a set of standard default
features. After scanning the interface bar code from the Interfaces section, select other options and customize your scanner
through use of the programming bar codes available in the Product Reference Guide (PRG) for your model. Check the corresponding features section for your interface, and also the Data Editing
and Symbologies chapters of the PRG.
Restore Defaults
Resetting the Standard Product Defaults
If you aren’t sure what programming options are in your scanner,
or you’ve changed some options and want the factory settings
restored, scan the Factory Default Settings bar code below. This
will copy the factory configuration for the currently active interface to the current configuration.
Factory Default Settings
To change the settings refer to the PRG.
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Technical Features
Technical Features
ItemDescription
Electrical Features
Power Supply
RS-232 interface5 Vdc
Consumption:
Max. Scan Rate1500 lines/sec.
Reading Indicators
Optical and Read Performance
5%
Max operating current @ 5V: <500 mA
Typical operating (changing colors) current @ 5V <
430 mA
Standby mode/USB suspend < 2,5 mA
Ring of light and top indicator Illumination,
Beep or jingle
32; Code 11;
Industrial 2/5; IATA Industrial 2/5; EAN 128; Code
4; Code 5; Datalogic 2 of 5;
Standard 2 of 5; MSI; Concatenated ISBT 128
USB Interface (see page 8)
RS-232 Interface (see page 9)
Keyboard Wedge Interface (see page 10)
Troubleshooting
ProblemPossible CausePossible Solutions
Nothing happens when the
touch button is touched.
Target beam comes on, but
bar code does not decode.
Bar code is decoded but not
transmitted to the host.
No power to the scanner.
Interface or power cables
are loose.
Scanner not programmed
for correct bar code type.
Bar code label is unreadable.
Distance between reader
and bar code is incorrect.
Reader not programmed
for the correct host type.
Troubleshooting
Check system power. Ensure
power supply is connected.
Ensure all cable connections
are secure.
Ensure scanner is programmed
to read the type of bar code
scanned. Refer to the PRG for
more information.
Check the label to ensure it is
not defaced. Try scanning
another bar code type.
Move scanner closer to or further from the bar code.
Scan the appropriate host type
bar code. Refer to the PRG for
more information.
For detailed troubleshooting, refer to the PRG
(Product Reference Guide)
NOTE
Scanner Labeling
See Figure 6 on page 4 for information about scanner labeling.
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Warranty
Warranty
Datalogic warrants to Customer that Datalogic's products will be
free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of
three (3) years from product shipment.
Datalogic ADC Limited Factory Warranty
Warranty Coverage
Datalogic ADC (“Datalogic”) hardware products are warranted against defects in
material and workmanship under normal and proper use. The liability of Datalogic
under this warranty is limited to furnishing the labor and parts necessary to remedy any defect covered by this warranty and restore the product to its normal operating condition. Repair or replacement of product during the warranty does not
extend the original warranty term. Products are sold on the basis of specifications
applicable at the time of manufacture and Datalogic has no obligation to modify or
update products once sold.
If Datalogic determines that a product has defects in material or workmanship,
Datalogic shall, at its sole option repair or replace the product without additional
charge for parts and labor, or credit or refund the defective products duly returned
to Datalogic. To perform repairs, Datalogic may use new or reconditioned parts,
components, subassemblies or products that have been tested as meeting applicable specifications for equivalent new material and products. Customer will allow
Datalogic to scrap all parts removed from the repaired product. The warranty period shall extend from the date of shipment from Datalogic for the duration published by Datalogic for the product at the time of purchase (Warranty period).
Datalogic warrants repaired hardware devices against defects in workmanship
and materials on the repaired assembly for a 90 day period starting from the date
of shipment of the repaired product from Datalogic or until the expiration of the
original warranty period, whichever is longer. Datalogic does not guarantee, and it
is not responsible for, the maintenance of, damage to, or loss of configurations, data, and applications on the repaired units and at its sole discretion can return the
units in the “factory default” configuration or with any software or firmware update available at the time of the repair (other than the firmware or software installed during the manufacture of the product). Customer accepts responsibility to
maintain a back up copy of its software and data.
Warranty Claims Process
In order to obtain service under the Factory Warranty, Customer must notify Datalogic of the claimed defect before the expiration of the applicable Warranty period
and obtain from Datalogic a return authorization number (RMA) for return of the
product to a designated Datalogic service center. If Datalogic determines Customer’s claim is valid, Datalogic will repair or replace product without additional charge
for parts and labor. Customer shall be responsible for packaging and shipping the
product to the designated Datalogic service center, with shipping charges prepaid.
Datalogic shall pay for the return of the product to Customer if the shipment is to
a location within the country in which the Datalogic service center is located. Customer shall be responsible for paying all shipping charges, duties, taxes, and any
other charges for products returned to any other locations. Failure to follow the
applicable RMA policy, may result in a processing fee. Customer shall be respon-
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Warranty
sible for return shipment expenses for products which Datalogic, at its sole discretion, determines are not defective or eligible for warranty repair.
Warranty Exclusions
The Datalogic Factory Warranty shall not apply to:
(i)any product which has been damaged, modified, altered, repaired or
upgraded by other than Datalogic service personnel or its authorized representatives;
(ii)any claimed defect, failure or damage which Datalogic determines was
caused by faulty operations, improper use, abuse, misuse, wear and tear,
negligence, improper storage or use of parts or accessories not approved
or supplied by Datalogic;
(iii) any claimed defect or damage caused by the use of product with any other
instrument, equipment or apparatus;
(iv) any claimed defect or damage caused by the failure to provide proper
maintenance, including but not limited to cleaning the upper window in
accordance with product manual;
(v)any defect or damage caused by natural or man-made disaster such as
but not limited to fire, water damage, floods, other natural disasters, vandalism or abusive events that would cause internal and external component damage or destruction of the whole unit, consumable items;
(vi) any damage or malfunctioning caused by non-restoring action as for
example firmware or software upgrades, software or hardware reconfigurations etc.;
(vii) the replacement of upper window/cartridge due to scratching, stains or
other degradation and/or
(viii) any consumable or equivalent (e.g., cables, power supply, batteries, key-
pads, touch screen, triggers etc.).
No Assignment
Customer may not assign or otherwise transfer its rights or obligations under this
warranty except to a purchaser or transferee of product. No attempted assignment or transfer in violation of this provision shall be valid or binding upon Datalogic.
DATALOGIC'S LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, ORAL OR WRITTEN, STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING,
WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NONINFRINGEMENT. DATALOGIC SHALL
NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES SUSTAINED BY CUSTOMER ARISING FROM DELAYS IN THE REPLACEMENT OR REPAIR OF PRODUCTS UNDER THE ABOVE. THE
REMEDY SET FORTH IN THIS WARRANTY STATEMENT IS THE CUSTOMER’S SOLE
AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR WARRANTY CLAIMS. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES
WILL DATALOGIC BE LIABLE TO CUSTOMER OR ANY THIRD PARTY FOR ANY LOST
PROFITS, OR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL IN-DIRECT, SPECIAL OR CONTINGENT DAMAGES REGARDLESS OF WHETHER DATALOGIC HAD ADVANCE NOTICE
OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
Risk of Loss
Customer shall bear risk of loss or damage for product in transit to Datalogic. Datalogic shall assume risk of loss or damage for product in Datalogic’s possession.
In the absence of specific written instructions for the return of product to Customer, Datalogic will select the carrier, but Datalogic shall not thereby assume any liability in connection with the return shipment.
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Ergonomic Recommendations
Ergonomic Recommendations
In order to avoid or minimize the potential risk of
ergonomic injury follow the recommendations
below. Consult with your local Health & Safety
Manager to ensure that you are adhering to your
CAUTION
•Reduce or eliminate repetitive motion
•Maintain a natural position
•Reduce or eliminate excessive force
•Keep objects that are used frequently within easy reach
•Perform tasks at correct heights
•Reduce or eliminate vibration
•Reduce or eliminate direct pressure
•Provide adjustable workstations
•Provide adequate clearance
•Provide a suitable working environment
•Improve work procedures.
company’s safety programs to prevent employee
injury.
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Cleaning
Cleaning
Exterior surfaces and scan windows exposed to spills, smudges or
debris accumulation require periodic cleaning to assure best performance during scanning. Use a clean, lint-free cloth or paper
towel dampened with a nonabrasive, mild, water-based window
cleaner to wipe away stains, smudges, fingerprints, spills, etc.
from the scan window and exterior surfaces (Figure 8).
Figure 8. Cleaning
DO NOT use abrasive cleaning agents or abrasive
pads to clean this product. Harsh chemicals, disinfectants, and cleansers can cause damage
which will adversely affect scanning performance.
CAUTION
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Services and Support
Services and Support
Datalogic provides several services as well as technical support
through its website. Log on to
www.datalogic.com and click on the
links indicated for further information.
Products
Search through the links to arrive at your product page where you
can download specific
•
Datalogic Aladdin™, a multi-platform utility program that
allows device configuration using a PC. It provides RS-232
interface configuration as well as configuration bar code
printing.
Service & Support
•Technical Support - Product documentation and program-
ming guides and Technical Support Department in the
world
•
Service Programs - Warranty Extensions and Maintenance
Agreements
•
Repair Services - Flat Rate Repairs and Return Material
Authorization (RMA) Repairs
•
Downloads – Manuals & Documentation, Data Sheets,
Product Catalogs, etc.
Manuals and Software & Utilities, including:
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Information Request Form and Sales & Service Network.