Datalogic DS4300 Installation Manual

DS4300

INSTALLATION MANUAL

We

DATALOGIC S.p.A.

Via Candini, 2

40012 - Lippo di Calderara

Bologna - Italy

declare under our sole responsibility that t he product

DS4300-XXXX, Laser Scanner and all its models

to which this declarat ion relates is in c onformi ty with the fol lowing standards or other norm ati ve
documents

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CONTENTS

GUIDE TO INSTALLATION

...............................................................v

General View.....................................................................................vi

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

................................................................viii

Laser Safety......................................................................................viii

Standard Regulations.......................................................................viii

Power Supply......................................................................................x

1 GENERAL FEATURES

...................................................................1.1

1.1 Introduction......................................................................................1.1

1.2 Description.......................................................................................1.2

1.3 Available Models..............................................................................1.4

1.4 Accessories .....................................................................................1.4

2 INSTALLATION

..............................................................................2.1

2.1 Package Contents ...........................................................................2.1

2.2 Mechanical Installation ....................................................................2.2

2.3 Junction Box Installation..................................................................2.3

2.3.1 Junction Box Mounting ....................................................................2.3

2.3.2 Junction Box Electrical Connections................................................2.5

2.4 Electrical Connections for 25-pin Models ........................................2.8

2.4.1 Power Supply...................................................................................2.9

2.4.2 Main Serial Interface......................................................................2.10

RS232 ...........................................................................................2.10

RS485 Full-Duplex ........................................................................2.12

RS485 Half-Duplex........................................................................2.13

20 mA Current Loop (INT-24 Accessory Only).............................2.15

2.4.3 Auxiliary RS232 Interface..............................................................2.16

2.4.4 Inputs.............................................................................................2.16

2.4.5 Outputs..........................................................................................2.19

2.5 Positioning.....................................................................................2.20

2.6 Typical Layouts..............................................................................2.21

2.6.1 Point-to-Point.................................................................................2.21

2.6.2 Pass Through ................................................................................2.22

2.6.3 RS232 Master/Slave......................................................................2.23

2.6.4 RS485 Master/Slave......................................................................2.24

2.6.5 Multiplexer .....................................................................................2.25

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3 READING FEATURES

....................................................................3.1

3.1 Advanced Code Reconstruction......................................................3.1

3.1.1 Tilt Angle for Advanced Code Reconstruction.................................3.2

3.2 Decoding Capacity in Linear Mode..................................................3.3

3.2.1 Step Ladder Mode...........................................................................3.3

3.2.2 Picket Fence Mode..........................................................................3.4

3.3 Performance....................................................................................3.5

3.4 Reading Diagrams...........................................................................3.6

4 MAINTENANCE

..............................................................................4.1

4.1 Cleaning...........................................................................................4.1

5 TECHNICAL FEATURES

................................................................5.1

iv

GUIDE TO INSTALLATION

The following can be used as a checklist to verif y all of the steps necessary
for complete installation of the DS4300 scanner.

1) Read all inf ormation in the section "Safety Precautions" at the beginning

of this manual.

2) Correctly position and mount the scanner for barcode reading according

to the information in paragraphs 2.2, 2.5 and 3.4.

3) Provide correct system cabling according to the signals necessary for

your application (see the applicable sub-paragraphs under 2.3 or 2.4).

4) Install the Configuration Disk.

Upon successful completion of the installation, the readme.hlp file is
opened, giving details about how to get started configuring your scanner.
See also the Guide to Rapid Configuration link.
Specific parameter details are available in the Help On Line.

Fine tuning of the scanner position for barcode
reading can be accomplished using the Test Mode
as described in WinHost.

The installation is now complete.

NOTE

v

DS4300

General View

10

9

8

11

5

6

Cable with 25-pin conn ector

1
2

Mounting holes
Ready LED

3

2

1

7

Figure A

7
8
9

Warning and Classification labels
Warning Label
Laser active LED

4

3

4

Good Read LED

External Trigger LED

5
6 Data TX LED

vi

Laser beam output window

10

Accessory mounting holes

11

DS4300

General View

2

10

11

9

8

5

6

4

1

Cable with junction box

1
2

Mounting holes
Ready LED

3
4

Good Read LED

External Trigger LED

5
6 Data TX LED

Figure B

7
8

9
10
11

7

3

Warning and Classification labels

Warning Label
Laser active LED
Laser beam output window
Accessory mounting holes

vii

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

LASER SAFETY

The following information is provided to comply with the rules imposed by
international authorities and refers to the correct use of the DS4300 scanner.

Standard Regulations

This scanner utilizes a low-power laser diode. Although staring directly at the
laser beam m omentarily causes no known biological dam age, avoid staring
at the beam as one would with any very strong light source, such as the s un.
Avoid that the laser beam hits the eye of an observer, even through ref lec tive
surfaces such as mirrors, etc.

This product conform s to the applicable requirements of both IEC 825-1 and
CDRH 21 CFR 1040 at the date of manufac ture. T he s c anner is c lass if ied as
a Class 2 laser product ac cording to IEC 825-1 regulations and as a Class II
laser product according to CDRH regulations.

There is a safety device which allows the laser to be s witched on only if the
motor is rotating above the threshold for its correct scanning speed.

The laser beam can be switched off through a s oftware comm and (see also
“Beam Shutter” in the WinHost Help On Line).

WARNING

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of
procedures other than those specified herein may
result in exposure to hazardous visible laser light.

The laser light is vis ible to the human eye and is em itted fr om the window on
the front of the scanner (Figure A/B,

10

).

viii

W arning labels indicating expos ure to laser light and the devic e clas sif ication
are applied onto the body of the scanner (Figure A/B,

DATALOGIC S. p.A. Via Candini, 2
40012 LIPPO DI CALDERARA ( BO ) ITALY

Model No. Serial No.
Volt Amp.
Manufactured
This product conforms to the ap plicable requirements of

21CFR1040 at the date of manufacture.

LASER LIGHT

DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM

CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT

MAXIMUM OUTPUT RADIATION 1 mW
EMITTED WAVE LENGTH 630~680 nm

TO IEC 825-1 (1993)

Warning and device class label s

8

and

7

).

For installation, use and maintenance it is not necessary to open the
scanner.

The laser diode used in this device is classified as a class 3B laser product
according to IEC 825-1 regulations and as a Class IIIb laser product
according to CDRH regulations. As it is not poss ible to apply a classification
label on the laser diode used in this device, the following label is reproduced
here:

LASER LIGHT
AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM
CLASS 3B LASER PRODUCT

MAX. OUTPUT RADIATION 7 mW

EMITTED WAVE LENGTH 630~680 nm

TO IEC 825-1 (1993)

Laser diode class label

Any violation of the optic parts in particular can cause radiation up to the
maximum level of the laser diode (30 mW at 630 to 680 nm).

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POWER SUPPLY

For Model DS4300-1000: This device is intended to be supplied by a UL
Listed Direct Plug-In Power Unit marked "Class 2", output rated 10-30 V,
minimum 0.55 A.
This device may also be supplied by a UL Listed Power Unit with a "Class 2"
or LPS power source which supplies power directly to the scanner via the
25-pin connector.

For Model DS4300-1001: This device is intended to be supplied via the
Junction Box by an NEC Class 2 Power Source, rated 10-30 V, minimum

0.55 A.

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DATALOGIC DS4300

1 GENERAL FEATURES

1.1 INTRODUCTION

The DS4300 is a compact laser scanner complete with decoder which
employs Datalogic’s powerful
technology. It was designed to satisfy the most demanding requirements
associated with omni-directional scanning, reading of non-oriented barcode
labels, and reading of poorly printed or damaged labels.

Standard Application Program

A Standard Application Program is factory-loaded onto the DS4300. This
program contr ols bar c ode reading, s er ial port interfacing, data formatting and
many other operating and control parameters.

ACR™

(Advanced Code Reconstruction)

It is completely user configurable from a host computer using the W inHost
interface utility program provided on diskette with the scanner or using the
Host Mode programming procedure, by ESC sequences via the serial
interface.

There are four different programmable operating modes to suit various
barcode reading system requirements. Included in these is a test mode to
verify the reading features and exact positioning of the sc anner without using
external tools.

Programmability

If your requirements are not met by the Standard Application Program,
Custom Application Programs can be developed by your local Datalogic
distributor.

General Features -

1.1

DS4300 DATALOGIC

1.2 DESCRIPTION

Some of the main features of this scanner are given below:

•

code reconstruction

•

high scanning speed (800 scans/sec)

•

completely configurable from host computer

•

2 serial communication interfaces

•

reads most popular codes

•

supply voltage from 10 to 30 Vdc

•

test mode to verify the reading features and exact positioning of the

scanner without the need for external tools

•

configurable in differ ent operating modes to suit the most various bar code

reading system requirements

•

code verifier

•

possibility to detect the position of the label in the scan line

The DS4300 scanner uses a solid state laser diode as a light source; the
light emitted has a wavelength between 630 and 680 nm. Refer to the
section "Safety Precautions" at the beginning of this m anual for information
on laser safety.

The reader is contained in a rugged aluminum housing; the mechanical
dimensions are 101 x 83.5 x 42 mm and it weighs about 800 g.

The protection class of the enclosure is IP65, therefore the reader is
particularly suitable for industrial environm ents where high protec tion against
harsh external conditions is required.

- General Features

1.2

DATALOGIC DS4300

Electrical connection is provided through a cable on the side of the reader;
this cable is terminated with a 25-pin connector (25-pin connector models,
see paragraph 1.3, Figure A,

see paragraph 1.3, Figure B,

) or by a junction box (junction box m odels,

1

).

1

The laser beam output window is on the right hand side of the scanner
(Figure A/B,

(Figure A/B,

). A green LED on the same side indicates the las er is active

10

).

9

A security system allows the laser to activate only once the motor has
reached the correct rotational speed; consequently the laser beam is
generated after a slight delay from the power on of the scanner.

The four LEDs on the left hand side of the scanner indicate the following:

READY

(red), indicates the reader is connected to the power supply
and the startup was successful. If the startup is not

GOOD READ

successful, this LED blinks. (Figure A/B,
(red), is used to signal successful barcode decoding. It is

).

3

also used in Test mode to signal the decoding percentage
(for details refer to the section "Test Mode" in the W inHost

4

).

).

).

EXT TRI G

TX DATA

Help On Line). (Figure A/B,
(yellow), indicates external trigger activity (for details refer to

par.2.4.4. (Figure A/B,

5

(green), indicates data transmission on the main serial
output line. (Figure A/B,

6

The screw holes on the body of the reader are f or m echanical fix ture (Figure

2

A/B,

); the screw holes shown in Figure A/B, 11 are to attach accessories

such as the optional 90° mirror.

General Features -

1.3

DS4300 DATALOGIC

1.3 AVAILABLE MODELS

The DS4300 scanner is available in versions that differ in regard to the
following characteristics:

•

Optical Resolution

•

Cable Termination

The following models are therefore available:

DS4300 - 100X

Optical Resolution

1 = Standard Resolution

Cable Termination

0 = 25-pin connector
1 = junction box

1.4 ACCESSORIES

The following accessories are available on request for the DS4300:

•

90° deflection mirror GFC-41

•

Power Block 110 Vac PG110/DVE-1212A

•

Power Block 220 Vac PG220/DVE-1212A

•

20 mA Active Current Loop interface INT-24

- General Features

1.4

DATALOGIC DS4300

2 INSTALLATION

2.1 PACKAGE CONTENTS

Verify that the DS4300 reader and all the parts supplied with the equipment
are present and intact when opening the packaging; the list of parts includes:

1) DS4300 reader with cable

2) Installation manual

3) Barcode test chart

4) DS4300 communication and utility program disk

5) Mounting kit

•

Mounting screws and washers (4 ea.)

•

Mounting bracket (1)

* Junction box (for junction box models only, see paragraph 1.3)

4

3

2

5

*

1

Figure 2.1 - DS4300 package contents

Installation -

2.1

DS4300 DATALOGIC

2.2 MECHANICAL INSTALLATION

DS4300 can be installed to operate in different positions. The four screw
holes (M4 x 5) on the body of the reader are for mechanical fixture (Figure

2

A/B,
The diagram below gives the over all dimensions of the scanner and may be

used for its installation.
Refer to paragraph 2.5 for correct positioning.

).

- Installation

2.2

Figure 2.2 - Overall dimensions

DATALOGIC DS4300

2.3 JUNCTION BOX INSTALLATION

The junction box provides a passive connection between your scanner and
the outside world in a fast and practical way. It represents an alternative to
the 25-pin connector models. Figure 2.3 shows the basic layout of DS4300
using the junction box.

Scanner

cable

DS4300

Figure 2.3 - Scanner using junction box

Junction Box

System cabl es

For junction box connections, the scanner has a cable that terminates in a
24-pin connector that plugs into the junction box. The system cables pass
through 6 glands in the side of the junction box and the individual wires
connect to spring clamp terminal blocks inside which provide access to all
scanner signals.

2.3.1 Junction Box Mounting

The diagram below shows the dim ensions of the junc tion box and its relative
mounting holes.

Figure 2.4 - Junction box dimensions

mm

in

Installation -

2.3

DS4300 DATALOGIC

The junction box is designed to be mounted to a panel of metal, plastic or
other appropriate material using the mounting screws provided in the
package. To do this:

1) Open the junction box by unscrewing the 4 cover screws.
If necessary, using the two mounting holes inside the junction box as a

pattern, mark the panel with an appropriate objec t and then drill two s m all
pilot holes in the panel.

2) Align the junction box and ins ert the two self-threading scr ews with their
washers and screw them into the panel until tight (see Figure 2.5).

- Installation

2.4

Figure 2.5 - Junction box mounting

DATALOGIC DS4300

2.3.2 Junction Box Electrical Connections

The connection and wiring procedure for the junction box is described as
follows:

1) Open the junction box by unscrewing the 4 cover screws.

2) Pass all System cables through the glands in the junction box housing.

3) To connect the power and input/output signals:

•

Prepare the individual wires of the system cables by stripping the

insulation back approximately 11 mm.

•

Using a device such as a screwdriver, push down on the orange

lever directly above the clamp (see Figure 2.6).

•

Insert the wire into the clamp and release the lever.

The wire will now be held in the spring clamp.

Figure 2.6 - System cable connections to the junction box

The wiring used can be solid or stranded but must meet the following
specifications.

Positions 1-4: 24 - 16 AWG 0.2 - 1.5 mm²
Positions 5-39: 26 - 20 AWG 0.14 - 0.5 mm²

The junction box pinouts are indicated in the following table:

Installation -

2.5

DS4300 DATALOGIC

J. BOX pinout for DS4300

Pin Name

01 VS
02 GND
03 VS
04 GND
05 CHASSIS
06 VS
07 VS
08 EXT TRIG+
09 EXT TRIG­10 GND
11 GND
12 VS
13 VS
14 IN1+
15 IN1­16 GND
17 GND
18 OUT1+
19 OUT1­20 OUT2+
21 OUT2­22 IN2+
23 IN2­*24
*25
*26
27 Reserved
28 GND
29
30
31
32
33
34 GND
35 TXAUX
36 SGND Aux
37 GND
38 RXAUX
39 Reserved

Main interface signals

see table below

Main interface signals

see table below

18 39

117

J1

Figure 2.7 - Junction box connector and pinout

5

To allow connection of an NEC Class 2
Power Unit, use a correct female plug
adapter.

Junction Box

NEC Class 2

Power supply

Female Plug

System cables

Figure 2.8 - NEC Class 2 Power uni t connecti ons

*

The signals on pins 24, 25 and 26 are repeated
on pins 29, 30 and 31 to facilitate network
connections (i.e. Multiplexer connections using
the RS485 half-duplex Interfac e). In this way the
network bus can enter and exit the junction box
from different spring clamps but be physically
connected together.

Pin RS232 RS485

24, 29 TX232 TX485+ RTX485+
25, 30 RTS232 TX485- RTX485- CLOUT­26, 31 SGND Main SGND Main SGND Ma in SGND Main
32 RX232 RX485+
33 CTS232 RX485- CLIN-

- Installation

2.6

full-duplex

RS485

half-duplex

20 mA CL

(INT-24 Only)

DATALOGIC DS4300

4) After wiring the junction box and while the scanner is unplugged from the
power supply, place the Scanner cable so that the rubber seal fits into the
cutout in the housing of the junction box and plug the 24-pin connector
into connector J1 on the PCB inside the junc tion box as shown in figure

2.9.

Rubber seal

Scanner cable

Figure 2.9 - Scanner cable connections to the junction box

J1

5) Close the junction box using the 4 cover screws mak ing sure the rubber
seal is fitted correctly between the parts of the housing.

The junction box is now installed which completes the electr ical connections
for your scanning system.

If it ever becomes necessary to disconnect the scanner from the junction
box, simply reverse the procedure in step 4.

Installation -

2.7

DS4300 DATALOGIC

2.4 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS FOR 25-PIN MODELS

25-pin connector models (see paragraph 1.3) are equipped with a cable
terminated by a 25-pin D-sub connector for connection to the power supply
and input/output signals. The details of the connector pins are indicated in
the following table:

Figure 2.10 - 25-pin D-sub connector

25-pin D-sub connector pinout

Pin Name Function

13 VS Power supply input voltage +
25 GND Power supply input voltage -

1 CHASSIS Chassis Ground

9 VS External Trigger supply voltage +
18 EXT TRIG+ External Trigger +
19 EXT TRIG- External Trigger -

6 IN1+ Input +
10 IN1- Input -

8 OUT1+ Output +
22 OUT1- Output ­11 OUT2+ Output +
12 OUT2- Output ­14 IN2+ Input +
15 IN2- Input ­20 RXAUX Auxiliary RS232 input
21 TXAUX Auxiliary RS232 output
23 SGND Aux S ignal Ground Auxiliary interface
24 GND Power supply input voltage ­16 Reserved
17 Reserved

RS232 RS485

full-duplex

2 TX232 TX485+ RTX485+

3 Main interface RX232 RX485+

4 (see par. 2.4.2) RTS232 TX485- RTX485- CLOUT-

5 CTS232 RX485- CLIN-

7 SGND Main SGND Ma in SGND Ma in SG N D Ma in

RS485

half-duplex

20 mA CL

(INT-24 Only)

- Installation

2.8

DATALOGIC DS4300

2.4.1 Power Supply

Power can be supplied to the scanner through the pins provided on the 25­pin connector used for communication with the host (Figure 2.11):

DS4300

VS

GND

CHASSIS

13

25

1

Figure 2.11 - Power supply connections

Earth Ground

USER INTERFACE

V+ (10 - 30 Vdc)

GND

CHASSIS

or through the jack connector on the side of the 25-pin connector for
connections to a UL Listed Direct Plug-in Power Unit (Figure 2.12). If the jack
input is used to supply power to the DS4300, pin 13 is automatically
disconnected; the supply voltage for the external trigger remains on pin 9.
The plug connector is not supplied with the DS4300.

Figure 2.12 - Power supplied using the jack connector

The power must be between 10 and 30 Vdc only. There is a curr ent peak of
about 1A at 10 V during power on caused by the motor starting.

It is recommended to connect pin 1 (CHASSIS) to a common earth ground.

Jack

GND

Plug

V+ (10 - 30 Vdc)

Installation -

2.9

DS4300 DATALOGIC

2.4.2 Main Serial Interface

The signals relative to the following serial interface types are available on the
input/output connector:

RS232

RS485 FULL DUPLEX

RS485 HALF DUPLEX

An active 20-mA Current Loop interface is available if the optional INT-24
accessory is installed. This accessory interface replaces the RS232/RS485
selections.

The main serial interface type and its relative parameters (baud rate,
data bits, etc.) are selected via software either using the WinHost utility
program or Host Mode programming. For more details refer to the
section "Main Interface Menu" in the WinHost Help On Line.

Details regarding the connections and use of the main interf ace selec tion are
given in the next paragraphs.

RS232

The serial interface is used in this case for point-to-point connections; it
handles comm unication with the host computer and allows both tr ansm iss ion
of code data and the configuration of the scanner. This is the default
interface.

The following pins of the 25-pin connector are used for RS232 interface
connection:

Pin Name Function

2 TX232 transmitted data
3 RX232 received data
4 RTS232 request to send
5 CTS232 clear to send
7 SGND Main signal ground main interface

- Installation

2.10

DATALOGIC DS4300

DS4300

2

TX232

3

RX232

4

RTS232

CTS232

5

7

SGND Main

RTS/CTS HARDWARE HANDSHAKING ENABLED

Figure 2.13 - RS232 main interface connecti ons

USER INTERFACE

RXD
TXD

DCD

DTR

SGND

The RTS232 and CTS232 signals control data transm ission and s ynchronize
the connected devices.

If the RTS/CTS handshaking protocol is enabled, the DS4300 activates the
RTS232 output to indicate a message is to be trans m itted. The r eceiving unit
activates the CTS232 input to enable the transmission.

Figure 2.14 - RS232 control signals

Installation -

2.11

DS4300 DATALOGIC

RS485 Full-Duplex

The RS485 full-duplex interface is used for non-polled communication
protocols in point-to-point connections over longer distances than those
acceptable for RS232 communications or in electrically noisy environments.

The following pins of the 25-pin connector are used for RS485 full-duplex
communications:

Pin Name Function

2 TX485+ RS485 transmitted data +
4 TX485- RS485 transmitted data ­3 RX485+ RS485 received data +
5 RX485- RS485 received data ­7 SGND Main signal ground main interface

DS4300

Figure 2.15 - RS485 full-duplex connections

2

TX485+

4

TX485-

3

RX485+
RX485-

5

7

SGND Main

USER INTERFACE

RX485

TX485

RS485REF

- Installation

2.12

DATALOGIC DS4300

RS485 Half-Duplex

The RS485 half-duplex (3 wires + shield) interface is used for polled
communication protocols.

It can be used for Multidrop connections in a master/slave layout or with a
Datalogic Multiplexer, (see par. 2.6.4 and 2.6.5).

The following pins of the 25-pin connector are used for RS485 half-duplex
communications:

Pin Name Function

2 RTX485+ RS485 transmitted/received data +
4 RTX485- RS485 transmitted/received data ­7 SGND Main signal ground main interface

DS4300

2

RTX485+

4

RTX485-

7

SGND Main

Figure 2.16 - RS485 half-duplex connections

MULTIPLEXER

RTX485+

RTX485-

RS485REF

Installation -

2.13

DS4300 DATALOGIC

The figure below shows a multidrop configuration with DS4300 scanners
connected to a Multiplexer.

CHASSIS

max. 2 m.

DS4300

# x

1

(up to 31)

DS4300

# 1

1

2
4

7

2

4

7

120 Ohm

max. 120 0 m.

RTX485+

DS4300

# 0

1

2

RTX485-

4

SGND Main

7

three wires

+ shield

RTX485+

MULTIPLEXER

RTX485-

RS485REF
SHIELD

120 Ohm

Figure 2.17 - DS4300 multidrop connection to a Multiplexer

- Installation

2.14

DATALOGIC DS4300

20 mA Current Loop (INT-24 Accessory Only)

W hen the INT-24 access ory board is installed, the DS4300 is equipped with
a 20 mA active current loop interface.

The following pins of the 25-pin connector are used for the connections:

Pin Name Function

4 CLOUT- current loop output
5 CLIN- current loop input
7 SGND Main signal ground main interface

DS4300/DS4600 USER INTERFACE

+

I = 20 mA

C.L. OUT-

4

+

I = 20 mA

Figure 2.18 - 20 mA active C.L. connections

SGND Main

7

C.L. IN-

5

MAX. 300 METERS

GND

For 20 mA passive current loop interface connections, contact your local
Datalogic representative.

Installation -

2.15

DS4300 DATALOGIC

2.4.3 Auxiliary RS232 Interface

The auxiliary serial interface is used exclusively for RS232 point-to-point
connections.

The parameters relative to the auxiliar y interface (baud rate, data bits , etc.)
as well as particular communication modes such as Local Echo can be
defined using the WinHost utility program or Host Mode programming. For
more details refer to paragraph 2.6 and to the section "Auxiliary Interface
Menu" in the WinHost Help On Line.

The following pins of the 25-pin connector are used to connect the RS232
auxiliary interface:

Pin Name Function

20 RXAUX auxiliary RS232 received data
21 TXAUX auxiliary RS232 transmitted data
23 SGND Aux signal ground auxiliary interface

DS4300

20

RXAUX

21

TXAUX

SGND Aux

23

Figure 2.19 - RS232 auxiliary interface connections

USER INTERFACE

TXD

RXD

SGND

2.4.4 Inputs

There is an input available on the DS4300 scanner relative to the External
Trigger.

There are also 2 general purpose inputs:
IN1 can be used to store the code verifier

Winhost Help On Line)

.

(see "Store verifier HW" in the

IN2 is not used in the Standard Application Program but is available for use
with Custom Application Programs.

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2.16

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The pinouts are indicated below:

Pin Name Function

18 EXT TRIG+ external trigger +
19 EXT TRIG- external trigger -

6 IN1+ input 1 +
10 IN1- input 1 ­14 IN2+ input 2 +
15 IN2- input 2 -

The EXT TRIG inputs are us ed in the ON-Line Operating mode and tells the
scanner to scan for a code. The active state of this input is selected in
software. Refer to the WinHost Help On Line. The yellow led, (Figure A/B,

5

), is on when the External Trigger signals the active reading phase

.

These inputs are optocoupled and can be driven by both an NPN or PNP
type command. The connections are indicated in the following diagrams:

Vext

30 Vdc max.

USER INTERFACEDS4300

+ 5V

18/6/14

19/10/15

Figure 2.20 - Input NPN command using external power

+

V

-

USER INTERFACEDS4300

9

+ 5V

18/6/14

19/10/15

25

VS

+

-

GND

V

Ground

Signal

Signal

Figure 2.21 - Input NPN command using DS4300 power

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30 Vdc max.

Vext

USER INTERFACE

V

+ 5V

DS4300

18/6/14

19/10/15

+

-

Figure 2.22 - Input PNP command using external power

+ 5V

DS4300

9

18/6/14

19/10/15

25

VS

+

-

GND

USER INTERFACE

V

Signal

Ground

Signal

Figure 2.23 - Input PNP command using DS4300 power

The electrical features of the inputs are:

Maximum voltage = 30 Vdc
Maximum current = 25 mA.

An anti-disturbance hardware filter is implemented on the External Trigger
input (< 5 milliseconds delay).

An additional 15 ms (typical) delay can be implemented through a dedicated
software parameter (refer to WinHost Help On Line).

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2.4.5 Outputs

The following pins are present on the 25-pin connector of the scanner:

Pin Name Function

8 OUT1+ output 1 +
22 OUT1- output 1 ­11 OUT2+ output 2 +
12 OUT2- output 2 -

The meaning of the two outputs OUT1 and OUT2 can be defined by the user
(No Read, Right or Wrong). Refer to WinHost Help On Line.

By default, OUT1 is associated with the No Read event, which activates
when the code signalled by the External Trigger is not decoded. OUT2 is
associated with the Right event, which activates when the code is decoded
correctly.

DS4300

8/11

22/12

Figure 2.24 - Open collector output connection

OUT1+/OUT2+

OUT1-/OUT2-

USER INTERFACE

These outputs are both level or pulse configurable.

Vext

40 Vdc max

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2.5 POSITIONING

The DS4300 scanner is able to dec ode m oving barc ode labels at a var iety of
angles, however significant angular distortion may degrade reading
performance.

When mounting the DS4300 tak e into consideration these three ideal label
position angles:

Follow the suggestions below for the best orientation:

Pitch 0°, Skew 10° to 30° and Tilt 0°

.

P

The

Pitch

angle is represented by
the value P in figure 2.25. Position
the reader in order to

Pitch

The

angle.

Skew

angle is represented by

minimize

the

the value S in Figure 2.26. Position
the reader to

Skew

the

assure at least 10°

for

angle. This avoids the
direct reflection of the laser light
emitted by the DS4300.

Figure 2.25 - Pitch angle

S

Figure 2.26 - Skew Angle

T

Tilt

The

angle is represented by the
value T in figure 2.27. Position the
reader in order to

minimize

angle.

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the

Tilt

Figure 2.27 - Tilt angle

DATALOGIC DS4300

2.6 TYPICAL LAYOUTS

The following typical layouts refer to system hardware conf igurations. Dotted
lines in the figures refer to optional hardware configurations within the
particular layout.

These layouts also require the correct setup of the software configuration
parameters. Complete software configuration procedures can be found in the

Guide To Rapid Configuration

in the WinHost Help On Line.

2.6.1 Point-to-Point

In this layout the data is transmitted to the Host on the m ain serial interface.
Host Mode programming can be accomplished either through the main
interface or the auxiliary interface.

In Local Echo communication mode, data is transmitted on the RS232
auxiliary interface independently from the main interface selection.

When On-Line Operating mode is used, the scanner is activated by an
External Trigger (photoelectric sensor) when the object enters its reading
zone.

DS4300

Terminal

1

2

Main serial interface

1

Auxiliary serial interface (Local Echo)

2
3

External Trigger (for On-Line mode)

Host

3

Figure 2.28 - Poi n t-to -P o int layout

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2.6.2 Pass Through

Pass through mode allows two or m ore devices to be c onnected to a single
external serial interface.

Each DS4300 transmits the messages received by the auxiliary interface
onto the main interface. All messages will be passed through this chain to the
host.

When On-Line Operating mode is used, the scanner is activated by an
External Trigger (photoelectric sensor) when the object enters its reading
zone.

The main and auxiliary ports are connected as shown in the figure below:

1

Host

2

DS4300 DS4300

3 3

Main serial int erf ac e

1

Auxiliary serial interface

2

External Trigger (for On-Line mode)

3

Figure 2.29 - Pass through layout

1

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2.6.3 RS232 Master/Slave

The RS232 master/slave connection is used to collect data from several
scanners to build either an om ni-directional or a multi-s ided reading system;
there can be one master and up to 9 slaves connected together.

The Slave scanners use RS232 only on the main and auxiliary serial
interfaces. Each slave DS4300 transmits the messages received by the
auxiliary interface onto the main interface. All messages will be passed
through this chain to the Master.

The Master scanner is connected to the Host on the main serial interface.
The possible main interface types for the Master scanner are RS232 or
RS485. (20 mA C.L. can also be used if the INT-24 accessory is installed).

Either On-Line or Serial On-Line Operating modes

can be used in this layout.

When On-Line Operating mode is used, the external trigger signal is
unique to the syst em however it is not necessary to bring the external
trigger signal to the Slave scanners.

The main and auxiliary ports are connected as shown in the figure below.

1

2

DS4300
Slave

1

DS4300 Slave

2

1

DS4300
Master

3

Main serial interface

1

Auxiliary serial interface

2
3

External Trig ger (for On-Line mode)

Figure 2.30 - RS232 Master/Slave layout

Host

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2.6.4 RS485 Master/Slave

The RS485 master/slave connection is used to collect data from several
scanners to build either an om ni-directional or a multi-s ided reading system;
there can be one master and up to 5 slaves connected together.

The Slave scanners are connected together using RS485 half -duplex on the
main serial interface. Every Slave scanner m ust have a m ultidrop address in
the range 0-4.

The Master scanner is also connected to the Host on the RS232 auxiliary
serial interface.

The External T rigger signal is unique to the s ystem; there is a single reading
phase and a single message from the master scanner to the Host computer.

It is necessary to bring the External Trigger signal to all the scanners.

The main and auxiliary ports are connected as shown in the figure below.

DS4300 Slave

2

1

1

DS4300
Slave

3

1

Auxiliary serial interface

1

RS485 HD Main serial interface

2

3 External Trigger

* Master

Host

Figure 2.31 - RS485 Master/Slave layout

* DS4300 cannot be used as t he Master in the RS 485 Master/S lave layout .

compatible scanners see the Guide to Rapid confi guration in the WinHost Help On Line.

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For a list of Mast er

DATALOGIC DS4300

NOTE

The auxiliary serial interface of the slave s canners can be used
in Local Echo communication mode to control any single
scanner (visualize collected data) or to configure it using the
WinHost utility or Host Mode Programming procedure.

The termination resistors of the RS485 bus must not be
installed.

2.6.5 Multiplexer

Each scanner is connec ted to an MX4000 with the RS485 half duplex mode
on the main interface.

MX4000

Host

1

2

3

0

2

3

RS485 HD Main interface

1

Auxiliary interface (Local Echo)

2

External Trig ger (for On-Line mode)

3

Figure 2.32 - Multiplexer layout

1

2

31

3

The auxiliary serial interface of the slave scanners can be used in Local Echo
communication mode to control any s ingle scanner ( visualize collected data)
or to configure it using the WinHost utility or Host Mode Programming
procedure.

When On-Line Operating mode is used, the scanner is activated by an
External Trigger (photoelectric sensor) when the object enters its reading
zone.

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DATALOGIC DS4300

3 READING FEATURES

3.1 ADVANCED CODE RECONSTRUCTION

The traditional way of barcode reading could be called "Linear Reading". In
this case, the laser beam crosses the barcode symbol from its beginning to
its end as shown in Figure 3.1.

Laser Beam

Figure 3.1 - Linear reading

In “Advanced Code Reconstruction” m ode, it is no longer necessary for the
laser beam to cross the label from the start to the end. With just a set of
partial scans on the label (obtained using the m otion of the label itself) , the
DS4300 is able to "reconstruct" the barcode. A typical set of partial scans is
shown in Figure 3.2.

Code Direction

Figure 3.2 - Partial scans

None of the partial scans contains the whole label. The decoder aligns each
partial scan correctly and combines them in order to obtain the entire code.

The alignment is performed by calculating the time difference from one
partial scan to another using a reference code element.

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3.1

DS4300 DATALOGIC

α

g

α

3.1.1 Tilt Angle for Advanced Code Reconstruction

The most important parameter in Advanced Code Reconstruction is the
value of the maximum tilt angle (α maximum) under which the code
reconstruction process is still possible.

W e define the Tilt angle as the angle (α) between the laser beam and a line
parallel to the barcode label, as shown in Figure 3.3.

Laser Beam

0° to

= tilt an

Figure 3.3 - Tilt angle

α

max

le

The form ulas to calculate α maximum depend on various parameters such
as: label height, number of scans per second, code motion speed, etc. To
obtain α maximum for your application, please contact your Datalogic
representative.

You must remem ber that the decoder will be able to read the label with a tilt
angle between + α max and - α max as shown in Figure 3.4 (the shaded
zones are the NO READ zones).

0°

-

α

+

α

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3.2

Laser Beam

Figure 3.4 - Reading zones with

αααα

max

DATALOGIC DS4300

3.2 DECODING CAPACITY IN LINEAR MODE

When in Linear Reading mode, the number of reads performed by the
DS4300 and therefore the decoding capacity, is influenced by the following
parameters:

•

number of scans per second

•

code motion speed

•

label dimensions

•

scan direction with respect to code motion

At least 5 scans during the code passage should be allowed to ensure a
successful read.

3.2.1 Step Ladder Mode

Code motion

moving at LS speed

DS4300

Figure 3.5 - "Step Ladder" scanning mode

LH

Laser Beam

If scanning is perpendic ular to the code motion direction (Figure 3.5 - "step
ladder" mode), the number of effective scans performed by the reader is
given by the following formula:

SN = [(LH/LS) * SS] - 2

These symbols signify:
SN = number of effective scans

LH = label height (in mm)
LS = label movement speed (in mm/s)
SS = number of scans per second

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DS4300 DATALOGIC

For example, the DS4300 ( 800 scans/sec.), for a 25 mm high c ode moving
at 1250 mm/s performs:

[(25/1250) * 800] - 2 = 14 effective scans.

3.2.2 Picket Fence Mode

Laser Beam

Code motion

moving at LS speed

DS4300

Figure 3.6 - "Picket Fence" scanning mode

LW

FW

If scanning is parallel to the code motion, (Figur e 3.6 - "picket f ence" mode),
the number of effective scans is given by:

SN = [((FW-LW)/LS) * SS] - 2

These symbols signify:
SN = number of effective scans

FW = reading field width (in mm)
LW = label width (in mm)
LS = label movement speed (in mm/s)
SS = scans per second

For example, f or a 100 mm wide code m oving in a point where the reading
field is 200 mm wide at a 2000 mm/s speed, the DS4300 (800 scans per
sec.), performs:

[((200-100)/2000) * 800] - 2 = 38 scans

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3.4

DATALOGIC DS4300

3.3 PERFORMANCE

The DS4300 scanner reads codes with densities from 0.20 mm (8 mils) to

1.00 mm ( 40 m ils) in the zone between 50 mm ( 1.9 in) and 400 m m (15.7 in)
from the emission window.

DS4300 can be optimized for reading high density codes ( between 0.20 mm
(8 mils) and 0.30 mm (12 mils) by configuring the Code Resolution parameter
(see WinHost Help On Line).

Refer to the diagrams given in paragraph 3.4 for further details on the
reading features. These diagrams are taken on various resolution sample
codes at a 25 °C ambient temperature, depending on the conditions in the
notes under each diagram.

If standard devices do not s atisf y specific requir em ents, c ontact your neares t
Datalogic distributor, supplying code samples, to obtain com plete inf orm ation
on the reading possibilities.

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DS4300 DATALOGIC

3.4 READING DIAGRAMS

The following diagrams show the reading distance f or bar codes with diff erent
densities.

DS4300-100X (Code Resolution Standard)

0.50 mm
(20 mils)

0.60 mm
(24 mils)

≥

0.80 mm
(31 mils)

NOTE:

(0,0) is the center of the laser beam output window

CONDITIONS:

Test Codes used = Interleaved 2/5 and Code 39

(according to the Datalogic Barcode Test Chart)
"Pitch" angle = 0
"Skew" angle = 10
"Tilt" angle = 0
Reading Mode = Linear

Code Resolution = Standard

°

°

°

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DATALOGIC DS4300

DS4300-100X (Code Resolution High)

0.20 mm
(8 mils)

0.30 mm
(12 mils)

NOTE:

(0,0) is the center of the laser beam output window

CONDITIONS:

Test Codes used = Interleaved 2/5 and Code 39

(according to the Datalogic Barcode Test Chart)
"Pitch" angle = 0
"Skew" angle = 10
"Tilt" angle = 0
Reading Mode = Linear

Code Resolution = High

°

°

°

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DATALOGIC DS4300

4 MAINTENANCE

4.1 CLEANING

Clean the laser beam output window periodically for continued correct
operation of the reader.

Dust, dirt, etc. on the window may alter the reading performance.
Repeat the operation frequently in particularly dirty environments.
Use soft material and alcohol to clean the window and avoid any abrasive

substances.

WARNING

Clean the window of the DS4300 when the scanner
is turned off or, at least when the laser beam is
deactivated.

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DATALOGIC DS4300

5 TECHNICAL FEATURES

ELECTRICAL FEATURES

Power

Supply voltage 10 to 30 Vdc
Power consumption max. 5.5 W

Serial Interfaces

Main RS232, RS485 full-duplex, RS485 half-duplex

(20 mA C.L. only with INT-24 accessory )

Auxiliary RS232
Baud rates

1200 to 115200

Inputs

Voltage max. 30 Vdc
Input current m ax. 25 mA

Outputs

(optocoupled open emit ter, open collector)

V

max. 40 Vdc

CE
Collector current max. 40 mA continuous; 130 mA puls ed
VCE saturation 1V at 10 mA max.

Power dissipation m ax.

External Trigger, IN1, IN2

(optocoupled NPN or PNP)

User-defined OUT1 and OUT2

90 mW at 40 °C (Ambient temp.)

OPTICAL FEATURES

Light source Semiconductor laser diode
Wave length (Note 1) 630 ~ 680 nm
Safety class Class 2 - IEC 825-1; Cl ass II - CDRH

READING FEATURES

Scan rate 800 scans/sec
Aperture angle 60°
Reading distance 50 mm (1.9 in) to 400 mm (15.7 i n)
Maximum resolution 0.20 mm (8 mils)

(Note 2)

USER INTERFACE

LED indicators Ready, Good Read, External Trigger ,

Data Transmission, Laser Beam Active

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5.1

DS4300 DATALOGIC

SOFTWARE FEATURES

READABLE CODE SYMBOLOGIES

• EAN/UPC • Code 93

• 2/5 Interleaved • Code 128

• Code 39 • EAN 128

• Codabar • Pharmacode

CODE SELECTION
DECODING SAFETY
HEADERS AND TERMINATORS
OPERATING MODES
CONFIGURATION MODES

up to six codes during one reading phase
can enable multipl e good reads of same code
up to four headers and four terminators

ON LINE, AUTOMATIC, SERIAL ON LINE, TEST

• through menus using WinHost ut ilit y

• receiving comm ands from one of the serial

ports (HOST MODE)

PARAMETER STORAGE

Non-volatile internal memory

ENVIRONMENTAL FEATURES

Operating temperature (Not e 3)
Storage temperature
Humidity max. 90% non condensing
Vibration resist ance I EC 68-2-6 test FC 1.5 m m;

Shock resistance IEC 68-2-27 test E A 30G;

Protection class IP65

0 to 40 °C (32 to 104 °F)

-20 to 70 °C (-4 to 158 °F)

10 to 55 Hz; 2 hours on each axis

11 ms; 3 shocks on each axis

PHYSICAL FEATURES

Mechanical dimens i ons 101 x 83.5 x 42 mm (3.97 x 3.29 x 1.65 in.)
Weight about 800 g. (28.2 oz.)

Note 1:

Note 2:
Note 3:

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5.2

The features given are typical at a 25 °C ambient temperature (if not otherwise
indicated).

Further details given in paragraphs 3.3 and 3.4.
If the reader is used i n high tem perat ure environm ents (over 35 °C), use of t he Beam

shutter is advis ed (for details refer to t he WinHost Help On Line).