Datalogic Magellan 8500 Product Reference Manual

Magellan® 8500

Product Reference Guide

Datalogic Scanning, Inc.

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Eugene, Oregon 97402
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section 1. Introduction ..........................................................................................................1-1

Manual Overview ................................................................................................................1-2

How to Use This Manual ............................................................................................ 1-3

Scanner and Scanning-Scale Nomenclature ...................................................................... 1-4

Connectors ................................................................................................................ 1-5

Physical Parameters ........................................................................................................... 1-6

Scanning ....................................................................................................................1-6

EAS Tag Deactivation System ................................................................................... 1-6

Weighing .................................................................................................................... 1-7

Warm-Up Time ...........................................................................................................1-8

Electrical Specifications ......................................................................................................1-9

Power Supply ........................................................................................................... 1-10

Laser and Product Safety .................................................................................................. 1-11

Labeling ............................................................................................................................ 1-13

Agency Compliances ........................................................................................................ 1-14

Barcodes Supported ......................................................................................................... 1-15

Technical Support ............................................................................................................. 1-16

Datalogic Website Support ...................................................................................... 1-16

Reseller Technical Support ...................................................................................... 1-16

Telephone Technical Support .................................................................................. 1-16

Section 2. Site Preparation and Installation ........................................................................ 2-1

Pre-Installation Considerations ........................................................................................... 2-2

Checkstand Design ............................................................................................................. 2-3

Scanner Installation .............................................................................................................2-4

Scanner Maintenance ......................................................................................................... 2-4

References .......................................................................................................................... 2-4

Scanner Usage ................................................................................................................... 2-4

Site Preparation Overview .................................................................................................. 2-5

Ventilation and Spacing ...................................................................................................... 2-7

Service Access .................................................................................................................... 2-8

Power Installation ................................................................................................................ 2-9

Grounding ..................................................................................................................2-9

Checkstand Preparation .................................................................................................... 2-10

Liquid Spills and Moisture ........................................................................................ 2-11

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Counter Cutout ..................................................................................................................2-11

Checkstand Mounting ..............................................................................................2-18

Installation Overview .........................................................................................................2-18

Unpacking ................................................................................................................2-19

Operational Verification ............................................................................................2-20

Diagnostic Modes .....................................................................................................2-23

Cables & Connections ..............................................................................................2-24

Remote Scale Display Placement/Installation ...................................................................2-26

Lighting Considerations ............................................................................................2-26

Viewing Angle ..........................................................................................................2-27

Placing and Installing the Remote Scale Display .....................................................2-28

Changing Weighing Modes ......................................................................................2-31

Set-Up & Installation ..........................................................................................................2-31

Set-up .......................................................................................................................2-31

Installation ................................................................................................................2-33

System Power-Up Recap ..................................................................................................2-35

Section 3. Operation and Maintenance ................................................................................3-1

Scanning Items ..........................................................................................................3-1

Deactivating Security Labels ......................................................................................3-3

Proper Weighing Technique .......................................................................................3-5

Operational Controls ...........................................................................................................3-6

Operational Modes ..............................................................................................................3-6

Power-Up/Selftest & Pre-Operation ...........................................................................3-6

Operating Mode .........................................................................................................3-8

Additional Functions ............................................................................................................3-9

Programming ..............................................................................................................3-9

Diagnostic Mode ........................................................................................................3-9

Scanner and Scale Reset ..........................................................................................3-9

Scale Adjustments ...................................................................................................3-10

Operational Maintenance ..................................................................................................3-12

Vertical Scan Window Replacement ........................................................................3-12

Horizontal Scan Window Replacement (DLC) .........................................................3-15

Section 4. Problem Isolation .................................................................................................4-1

Diagnostic Procedures ........................................................................................................4-2

Error Codes .........................................................................................................................4-3

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Scale Error Reporting ......................................................................................................... 4-6

Flowcharts .......................................................................................................................... 4-7

Section 5. Calibration ............................................................................................................ 5-1

Description of Calibration Sequence .................................................................................. 5-2

Motion Test ......................................................................................................................... 5-3

Automatic Zero Tracking Test ............................................................................................. 5-3

Preparing the Scanner/Scale for Calibration ...................................................................... 5-4

Calibrating the Scale (Pounds & Kilograms) ....................................................................... 5-5

Calibration Verification (U.S. Pounds) ................................................................................ 5-8

Increasing-Load Test (Phase 1) ................................................................................ 5-8

Shift Test ................................................................................................................... 5-9

Increasing- Load Test (Phase 2) ............................................................................. 5-10

Blanking Test ........................................................................................................... 5-10

Decreasing-Load Test ............................................................................................. 5-11

Return to Zero Test ................................................................................................. 5-11

Calibration Verification (Kilograms) .................................................................................. 5-12

Increasing-Load Test (Phase 1) .............................................................................. 5-12

Shift Test (Metric) .................................................................................................... 5-13

Increasing- Load Test (Phase 2) ............................................................................. 5-14

Blanking Test ........................................................................................................... 5-15

Decreasing-Load Test ............................................................................................. 5-16

Return to Zero Test ................................................................................................. 5-16

Section 6. Programming ....................................................................................................... 6-1

Introduction to Label Programming ..................................................................................... 6-1

Understanding the Basics ................................................................................................... 6-1

Integrating the Scanner With Your Host System ................................................................ 6-1

Customizing Your Scanner’s Operation .................................................................... 6-2

Programming Overview ...................................................................................................... 6-3

Programming via Handheld Device ........................................................................... 6-3

What Is Programming Mode? .................................................................................... 6-4

Entering and Exiting Programming Mode. ................................................................. 6-4

Programming Session ............................................................................................... 6-5

LED and Beeper Indicators ................................................................................................. 6-9

If You Make a Mistake... ..................................................................................................... 6-9

Return to Factory Settings ......................................................................................... 6-9

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Test Mode ................................................................................................................6-10

General Scanner and Scale Features ...............................................................................6-11

Double Read Timeout ..............................................................................................6-11

Laser Timeout ..........................................................................................................6-13

Motor Timeout ..........................................................................................................6-15

Green LED Idle State ...............................................................................................6-18

Scanner Button Options ...........................................................................................6-19

Power-up Beep Control ............................................................................................6-21

Good Read Beep Control .........................................................................................6-23

Good Read Beep Frequency ...................................................................................6-24

Good Read Beep Length .........................................................................................6-26

Good Read Beep Volume ........................................................................................6-27

Good Read When to Indicate ...................................................................................6-30

Scale Enable ............................................................................................................6-32

Scale Enforced Zero Return .....................................................................................6-33

Scale Interface Type ................................................................................................6-35

Remote Display — Enable/Disable ..........................................................................6-37

Aux Port Mode .........................................................................................................6-38

Laser Failure Mode ..................................................................................................6-40

Productivity Index Reporting (PIR)/Cashier Training (CT) .......................................6-41

EAS Features — Sensormatic ..........................................................................................6-42

EAS Mode ................................................................................................................6-42

EAS Beep Duration ..................................................................................................6-45

EAS Retry Count ......................................................................................................6-46

Manual EAS Deactivation Push Button ....................................................................6-47

EAS Deactivation Duration — Coupled ....................................................................6-50

EAS Deactivation Duration — Retry ........................................................................6-51

EAS Deactivation Duration — Manual .....................................................................6-52

EAS Features — Checkpoint ............................................................................................6-53

EAS Active State ......................................................................................................6-53

EAS Timeout ............................................................................................................6-54

Interface Related Features ................................................................................................6-55

Interface Type ..........................................................................................................6-55

Maximum Host-Transmitted Message Length .........................................................6-62

Number of Host Transmission Buffers .....................................................................6-63

Global Prefix .............................................................................................................6-64

Global Suffix .............................................................................................................6-66

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IBM Features .................................................................................................................... 6-68

IBM Interface Options .............................................................................................. 6-68

IBM Scale Address .................................................................................................. 6-69

IBM Transmit Labels in Code 39 Format ................................................................. 6-71

IBM USB Interface Options ..................................................................................... 6-72

IBM USB Scanner Device Type .............................................................................. 6-74

RS-232 Features .............................................................................................................. 6-75

RS-232 Baud Rate .................................................................................................. 6-75

RS-232 Number of Data Bits ................................................................................... 6-79

RS-232 Number of Stop Bits ................................................................................... 6-80

RS-232 Parity .......................................................................................................... 6-81

RS-232 Hardware Control ....................................................................................... 6-83

RS-232 Intercharacter Delay ................................................................................... 6-85

RS-232 Software Flow Control ................................................................................ 6-86

RS-232 Host Echo ................................................................................................... 6-87

RS-232 Host Echo Quiet Interval ............................................................................ 6-88

RS-232 Ignore Host Commands ............................................................................. 6-89

RS-232 TTL ............................................................................................................. 6-90

RS-232 TTL Invert ................................................................................................... 6-91

RS-232 Beep on ASCII BEL .................................................................................... 6-92

RS-232 Beep After Weigh ....................................................................................... 6-93

RS-232 Beep on Not on File .................................................................................... 6-94

RS-232 ACK NAK Enable ....................................................................................... 6-95

RS-232 ACK Character ........................................................................................... 6-97

RS-232 NAK Character ........................................................................................... 6-98

RS-232 Retry on ACK NAK Timeout ....................................................................... 6-99

RS-232 ACK NAK Timeout Value ......................................................................... 6-100

RS-232 ACK NAK Retry Count ............................................................................. 6-101

RS-232 ACK NAK Error Handling ......................................................................... 6-102

RS-232 Label ID Control ....................................................................................... 6-104

Single Cable RS-232 Options ......................................................................................... 6-106

Single Cable RS-232 Scanner Only Protocol ........................................................ 6-107

Single Cable RS-232 RTS CTS Selection ............................................................. 6-108

Single Cable RS-232 Use BCC ............................................................................. 6-111

Single Cable RS-232 Use ACK/NAK ..................................................................... 6-112

Single Cable RS-232 Use STX .............................................................................. 6-113

Set Single Cable RS-232 STX Character .............................................................. 6-114

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Single Cable RS-232 Use ETX ..............................................................................6-115

Set Single Cable RS-232 ETX Character ..............................................................6-116

Single Cable RS-232 Datalogic Extensions ........................................................... 6-117

Symbology Programming ................................................................................................6-118

UPC-A Enable .................................................................................................................6-118

UPC-A Number System Character Transmission ..................................................6-119

UPC-A Check Character Transmission ..................................................................6-120

Expand UPC-A to EAN-13 .....................................................................................6-121

UPC/EAN AIM ID ...................................................................................................6-122

UPC-A Label ID ......................................................................................................6-123

UPC-A 2-Digit Supplemental Label ID ...................................................................6-124

UPC-A 5-Digit Supplemental Label ID ...................................................................6-125

UPC-A 128 Supplemental Label ID ........................................................................6-126

UPC-E Enable .................................................................................................................6-127

UPC-E Number System Character Transmission ..................................................6-128

UPC-E Check Character Transmission ..................................................................6-129

Expand UPC-E to UPC-A .......................................................................................6-130

Expand UPC-E to EAN-13 .....................................................................................6-131

UPC-E Label ID ......................................................................................................6-132

UPC-E 2-Digit Supplemental Label ID ...................................................................6-133

UPC-E 5-Digit Supplemental Label ID ...................................................................6-134

UPC-E 128 Supplemental Label ID ........................................................................6-135

EAN-13 Enable ................................................................................................................6-136

EAN-13 First Character Transmission ...................................................................6-137

EAN-13 Check Character Transmission ................................................................6-138

EAN-13 ISBN Conversion Enable ..........................................................................6-139

EAN 13 Label ID ....................................................................................................6-140

EAN-13 2-Digit Supplemental Label ID ..................................................................6-141

EAN-13 5-Digit Supplemental Label ID ..................................................................6-142

EAN-13 128 Supplemental Label ID ......................................................................6-143

Bookland AIM ID ....................................................................................................6-144

Bookland Label ID ..................................................................................................6-145

EAN-8 Enable ..................................................................................................................6-146

EAN-8 Check Character Transmission ..................................................................6-147

Expand EAN-8 to EAN-13 ......................................................................................6-148

EAN 8 Label ID ......................................................................................................6-149

EAN-8 2-Digit Supplemental Label ID ....................................................................6-150

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EAN-8 5-Digit Supplemental Label ID ................................................................... 6-151

EAN-8 128 Supplemental Label ID ........................................................................ 6-152

EAN-8 Decoding Levels ........................................................................................ 6-153

Other UPC/EAN Options ................................................................................................ 6-156

UPC/EAN Reconstruction ...................................................................................... 6-157

Price Weight Check ............................................................................................... 6-158

Enable EAN Two Label ......................................................................................... 6-161

Addons .................................................................................................................. 6-162

UPC-A and EAN-13 Decoding Levels ................................................................... 6-164

GTIN Enable ................................................................................................................... 6-167

GTIN Label ID ........................................................................................................ 6-168

GTIN 2-Digit Supplemental Label ID ..................................................................... 6-169

GTIN 5-Digit Supplemental Label ID ..................................................................... 6-170

GTIN Code 128 Supplemental Label ID ................................................................ 6-171

DataBar Omnidirectional Enable .................................................................................... 6-172

DataBar Omnidirectional Check Character Transmission ..................................... 6-173

DataBar Omnidirectional/EAN-128 Emulation ....................................................... 6-174

DataBar Omnidirectional 2D Component Enable .................................................. 6-175

DataBar Omnidirectional AIM ID ........................................................................... 6-176

DataBar Omnidirectional Label ID ......................................................................... 6-177

DataBar Expanded Enable ............................................................................................. 6-178

DataBar Expanded EAN-128 Emulation ................................................................ 6-179

DataBar Expanded 2D Component Enable ........................................................... 6-180

DataBar Expanded AIM ID .................................................................................... 6-181

DataBar Expanded Label ID .................................................................................. 6-182

DataBar Expanded Length Control ........................................................................ 6-183

DataBar Expanded Maximum Label Length .......................................................... 6-184

DataBar Expanded Minimum Label Length ........................................................... 6-185

DataBar Expanded Fixed Length 1 ....................................................................... 6-186

DataBar Expanded Fixed Length 2 ....................................................................... 6-187

Code 39 Enable .............................................................................................................. 6-188

Code 39 Start Stop Character Transmission ......................................................... 6-189

Code 39 Check Character Calculation .................................................................. 6-190

Code 39 Check Character Transmission ............................................................... 6-191

Code 39 Full ASCII ................................................................................................ 6-192

Code 39 AIM ID ..................................................................................................... 6-193

Code 39 Label ID ................................................................................................... 6-194

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Code 39 Length Control .........................................................................................6-195

Code 39 Maximum Label Length ...........................................................................6-196

Code 39 Minimum Label Length ............................................................................6-197

Code 39 Fixed Length 1 .........................................................................................6-198

Code 39 Fixed Length 2 .........................................................................................6-199

Code 39 Stitching ...................................................................................................6-200

Code 32 Enable ...............................................................................................................6-201

Code 32 Start Stop Character Transmission .........................................................6-202

Code 32 Check Character Transmission ...............................................................6-203

Code 32 Label ID ...................................................................................................6-204

Code 128 Enable .............................................................................................................6-205

Code 128 Transmit Function Characters ...............................................................6-206

Convert Code128 to Code 39 ................................................................................6-207

Code 128 AIM ID ....................................................................................................6-208

Code 128 Label ID .................................................................................................6-209

Code 128 Length Control .......................................................................................6-210

Code 128 Maximum Label Length .........................................................................6-211

Code 128 Minimum Label Length ..........................................................................6-212

Code 128 Fixed Length 1 .......................................................................................6-213

Code 128 Fixed Length 2 .......................................................................................6-214

Code 128 Stitching .................................................................................................6-215

EAN-128 Enable ..............................................................................................................6-216

EAN 128 AIM ID .....................................................................................................6-217

EAN 128 Label ID ..................................................................................................6-218

Interleaved 2 of 5 (I 2 OF 5) Enable ................................................................................6-219

I 2 of 5 Check Character Calculation .....................................................................6-220

I 2 of 5 Check Character Transmission ..................................................................6-221

I 2 of 5 AIM ID ........................................................................................................6-222

I 2 of 5 Label ID ......................................................................................................6-223

I 2 of 5 Length Control ............................................................................................6-224

I 2 of 5 Maximum Label Length ..............................................................................6-225

I 2 of 5 Minimum Label Length ...............................................................................6-226

I 2 of 5 Fixed Length 1 ...........................................................................................6-227

I 2 of 5 Fixed Length 2 ...........................................................................................6-228

I 2 of 5 Stitching .....................................................................................................6-229

Codabar Enable ..............................................................................................................6-230

Codabar Start Stop Character Transmission .........................................................6-231

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Codabar Start Stop Character Set ......................................................................... 6-232

Codabar Start Stop Character Match .................................................................... 6-234

Codabar Check Character Calculation .................................................................. 6-235

Codabar Check Character Transmission .............................................................. 6-236

Codabar AIM ID ..................................................................................................... 6-237

Codabar Label ID .................................................................................................. 6-238

Codabar Length Control ........................................................................................ 6-239

Codabar Maximum Label Length .......................................................................... 6-240

Codabar Minimum Label Length ........................................................................... 6-241

Codabar Fixed Length 1 ........................................................................................ 6-242

Codabar Fixed Length 2 ........................................................................................ 6-243

Codabar Stitching .................................................................................................. 6-244

Code 93 Enable .............................................................................................................. 6-245

Code 93 AIM ID ..................................................................................................... 6-246

Code 93 Label ID ................................................................................................... 6-247

Code 93 Length Control ........................................................................................ 6-248

Code 93 Maximum Label Length ........................................................................... 6-249

Code 93 Minimum Label Length ............................................................................ 6-250

Code 93 Fixed Length 1 ........................................................................................ 6-251

Code 93 Fixed Length 2 ........................................................................................ 6-252

Code 93 Stitching .................................................................................................. 6-253

MSI/Plessey Enable ........................................................................................................ 6-254

MSI/Plessey Check Character Calculation ............................................................ 6-255

MSI/Plessey Number of Check Characters ........................................................... 6-256

MSI/Plessey Check Character Transmission ........................................................ 6-257

MSI/Plessey AIM ID ............................................................................................... 6-258

MSI/Plessey Label ID ............................................................................................ 6-259

MSI/Plessey Length Control .................................................................................. 6-260

MSI/Plessey Maximum Label Length .................................................................... 6-261

MSI/Plessey Minimum Label Length ..................................................................... 6-262

MSI/Plessey Fixed Length 1 .................................................................................. 6-263

MSI/Plessey Fixed Length 2 .................................................................................. 6-264

MSI/Plessey Stitching ............................................................................................ 6-265

Standard 2 of 5 Enable ................................................................................................... 6-266

Standard 2 of 5 Check Character Calculation ....................................................... 6-267

Standard 2 of 5 Check Character Transmission .................................................... 6-268

Standard 2 of 5 AIM ID .......................................................................................... 6-269

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Standard 2 of 5 Label ID ........................................................................................6-270

Standard 2 of 5 Length Control ..............................................................................6-271

Standard 2 of 5 Maximum Label Length ................................................................6-272

Standard 2 of 5 Minimum Label Length .................................................................6-273

Standard 2 of 5 Fixed Length 1 ..............................................................................6-274

Standard 2 of 5 Fixed Length 2 ..............................................................................6-275

Standard 2 of 5 Stitching ........................................................................................6-276

Appendix A. LED/Beeper Indications & Controls .............................................................. A-1

Controls and Indicators ...................................................................................................... A-2

LED and Beeper Indications ..................................................................................... A-2

Volume/Tone Push Button ........................................................................................ A-6

Manual EAS Deactivation Push Button ..................................................................... A-8

Scale Zero Push Button ............................................................................................ A-9

Calibration Switch ................................................................................................... A-10

Appendix B. Cable Information ........................................................................................... B-1

Introduction ......................................................................................................................... B-1

General Specifications ..................................................................................................... B-1

RS-232 Cable Pinout .......................................................................................................... B-2

Scanner ........................................................................................................................... B-2

Scale ................................................................................................................................ B-3

IBM Cable Pinout ...............................................................................................................B-4

Scanner and Scale .......................................................................................................... B-4

IBM USB Cable Pinout ....................................................................................................... B-5

Scanner and Scale .......................................................................................................... B-5

Auxilliary Port ..................................................................................................................... B-6

External Handheld Input .................................................................................................. B-6

Power Cable ....................................................................................................................... B-7

Connector Hardware ........................................................................................................ B-7

Remote Display .................................................................................................................. B-8

Connector Hardware ........................................................................................................ B-8

EAS Comm Port — Sensormatic ....................................................................................... B-9

EAS Deactivator Control Box Connection ....................................................................... B-9

EAS Interlock Connector — Checkpoint .......................................................................... B-10

Appendix C. Keypad ............................................................................................................ C-1

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Appendix D. Host Commands .............................................................................................D-1

Accepting Commands from an RS-232 Scanner Host .......................................................D-1

Appendix E. Factory Defaults .............................................................................................. E-1

Appendix F. Handheld Data Format Requirements ........................................................... F-1

Handheld Data Format Requirements General ......................................................... F-1

Datalogic Handheld Data Format Requirements ....................................................... F-2

AIM Formats ............................................................................................................ F-10

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Section 1

Introduction

This Product Reference Guide contains comprehensive instructions on
how to install the scanner or scanning-scale (either model may be termed
“scanner” for the purpose of simplicity in this manual), how to program it
using special programming feature barcode labels, and advanced user
information as described in the following overview.

Because of differences due to multiple model types and options, the llus­trations shown in this manual may vary from the model(s) in use at your
site.

Product Reference Guide 1-1

Manual Overview

Chapter 1, Introduction, presents the manual’s contents, describes features

and specifications, provides regulatory and safety information, and lists
the barcode symbologies the scanner will read.

Chapter 2, Site Preparation and Installation, supplies physical dimensions for

the scanner or scanning-scale and its most common accessories, and
details counter preparation and installation. Cable routing, connection
and testing are also explained in this section.

Chapter 3, Operation and Maintenance, describes use and maintenance; pro-

viding details about operator controls, programming and diagnostic
modes, scale “zeroing” and calibration. Scanner and scale routine mainte­nance are outlined in this section as well.

Chapter 4, Problem Isolation, provides an outline of three scanning-scale

test modes: Selftest, Operational Tests and Diagnostic Tests. Descriptions
of the error indications if the scanner detects a system problem and trou­bleshooting flowcharts to aid in problem resolution are also presented.

Chapter 5, Calibration, explains scale calibration and verification proce-

dures, including procedures for calibrating the scale in pounds as well as
kilograms.

Chapter 6, Programming, details procedures and provides custom barcodes

for setting programmable scanner and scanning-scale features. This sec­tion is organized by the categories: General Features, Interface Related
Features and Symbology Related Features.

Appendix A, LED/Beeper Indications & Controls, lists the various functions

and indications of the scanning-scale control panel features.

Appendix B, Cable Information, outlines wire requirements, connector speci-

fications and pinout details for associated product cabling.

Appendix C, Keypad, furnishes barcodes representing the digits and charac-

ters required to enter extended programming data needed during certain
programming sessions.

Appendix D, Host Commands, contains a partial listing of available host

commands that can be used with a compatible host interface.

Appendix E, Factory Defaults, provides a listing of factory default settings

based on the most common interface.

Appendix F, Handheld Data Format Requirements, provides additional refer-

ences.

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How to Use This Manual

LEGAL NOTE

You’ll find it helpful to familiarize yourself with the first section of this
manual, since it provides both a general description of the product’s fea­tures and an overview of the manual’s contents and organization. Refer­ence the other sections as required for information about scanner or
scanning-scale installation, operation, maintenance, calibration and bar­code programming.

Manual Conventions

‘NOTE’ blocks contain information that is helpful
and recommended. They provide information that
is critical to operations and/or procedures
described in this manual.

‘LEGAL NOTE’ blocks indicate procedures or
activities which may be regulated under law by
governmental agencies. It is your responsibility to
ensure compliance with the regulations that gov­ern installation of weighing devices.

‘CAUTION’ blocks inform you that proper handling
(adherence to the procedures described) is
required to avoid damage to equipment and/or
property.

‘WARNING’ blocks alert you to potential physical
harm or injury. These statements do not include
potentially fatal hazards, which would be desig­nated as ‘DANGER’ blocks. Use of this product
does not warrant the need for a DANGER block.

Product Reference Guide 1-3

Scanner and Scanning-Scale Nomenclature

g

O

e

a

w

/

n

Produce Rail

All Weighs™ Platter

Scanner LED (Green)

Scale LED (Yellow)

Weighing Surface — Lean
Oversize Produce Here

Vertical Window

Horizontal Window

Scale Zero
Push Button

Manual EAS
Deactivation Push
Button

Bonnet

Volume/Tone Push Button

EAS LED
(Tri-Color)

Controls, indicators and other nomenclature are shown in Figure 1-1 and

Figure 1-2.

EAS capabilities are optional, and may or may not
be enabled.

Figure 1-1. Scanning-Scale Nomenclature (two button models)

Volume

Tone Push Butto

Bonnet

Scale Zero
Push Button

All Weighs™ Platter

Green LED

Wei

hing Surface — Lean

versize Produce Her

Figure 1-2. Scanning-Scale Nomenclature (three button models)

Yellow LED

Vertical Window

l Windo

Horizont

Produce Rail

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Connectors

POS TERMINAL REMOTE DISPLAY AUXILIARY PORT SCALE HOST EAS INTERLOCK POWER

Connection to

this port is

Optional

AC Brick Input

OR

Power off Terminal

(POT) Brick Input

Scale Data (dual

cable scanner/scale)

Drives Remote Display· Label Data

· Scale Data (for

single cable interfaces)

· Application Download

(where appropriate)

· Test Port

· On Screen

Programming (OSP)

· Application Download

· RS-232 Handheld

Scanner Input

· Auxiliary RS-232

Label Data Output

Models with scale

only

Connection to

this port is

Optional

· Provides Good Read

output to enable EAS

antenna RF output

· Provides signal to

drive external speaker

Dual cable units only.

(Scale connection may

be handled through

POS Terminal port)

POS Terminal Remote Display Aux. Port EAS Interlock PowerScale Host

0.00

To EAS
System

To EAS
System

ab

The appearance of the connector panel (Figure 1-3) will vary depending
upon the factory options purchased with your model. Reference two types
of possible optional EAS connections in

Figure 1-3. Connector Panel

Figure 1-4a and Figure 1-4b.

Figure 1-4. Optional EAS Cable Connections

Product Reference Guide 1-5

Physical Parameters

This section provides specifications for performance, environmental and
electrical parameters. Reference the second section of this manual,

Preparation and Installation, for physical measurements of all models and

some accessories.

Scanning

The scanner has a scan zone between the two windows where the scanner
projects laser light in order to scan items. Two separate projections, one
from the horizontal window and one from the vertical window, combine
to form a zone where barcode labels are read. Refer to the

Maintenance
ning Items

EAS Tag Deactivation System

Scanners can be ordered from the factory to include an optional EAS
(Electronic Article Surveillance) deactivation system. Two different EAS
system types are available: Checkpoint

The Checkpoint

Figure 1-4a. Reference Chapter 3, "Deactivating Security Labels" for more

information about its use.

section of this manual for more details about the topic: Scan-

.

®

deactivation system requires connection as shown in

1

and Sensormatic2.

Site

Operation and

Contact
sormatic

Technical Support for information about installation of the Sen-

®

ScanMax ProTM EAS anti-theft system. Additional details

about this system can be referenced under the following topics:

•

Chapter 3, "Deactivating Security Labels"

• Chapter 6, "EAS Features — Sensormatic"

1. Checkpoint is a registered trademark of Checkpoint Systems, Inc

2. Sensormatic is a registered trademark of Sensormatic Electronics Corporation.

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Weighing

Specifications for scale capacity, settling time, minimum and maximum
static weight, zeroing, and warm-up time are given below. For more infor­mation regarding the topic:

tion and Maintenance

section of this manual.

Proper Weighing Technique, refer to the Opera-

Rated Weight Capacity

The scale’s operational weight capacity is:

• 30.00 pounds, displayed in 0.01 increments

OR

• 15.000 kilograms

1

, displayed in 0.005 increments.

Minimum Increment

The minimum weight that can be accurately measured by the scale is 0.02
lb. (0.005 kg).

Maximum Static Weight (Overload)

A maximum static weight of 150 pounds (68 kg) can be sustained by the
scale without incurring damage or degrading performance.

Automatic Zero Maintenance

The scale’s software constantly monitors and adjusts the Zero point as
long as the deviation is within acceptable limits
any debris accumulation or removal. During power-up, the scale automat­ically re-zeros after verifying that all subsystems are functional. Addition­ally, the scale may be manually “zeroed” by pushing the Scale Zero Push
Button located on the top of the vertical enclosure.

2

, while compensating for

1. The scale can also be set for 9.99 kg max.

2. Acceptable limitis of deviation are set at -0.2 to +0.6 pounds (-0.078kg to 0.23kg), which is -0.67 to
+2.0% of total capacity.

Product Reference Guide 1-7

Warm-Up Time

There are two pertinent warm-up times that apply to the scanner or scan­ning-scale:

The two warm-up periods can be performed concurrently, thereby reducing
the total required warm-up time to 60 minutes.

NOTE

Thermal Equilibrium

When the unit is moved from a cooler temperature (such as a storage area)
to a warmer environment (such as a checkstand location), 60 minutes
must be allowed to acclimate the unit to ambient conditions prior to cali­bration or operation.

Power-up

Once installed and powered up, a warm-up time of 15 minutes must be
allowed before calibrating or performing weighing operations.

User Configurable Warm-up

The user may configure the unit for a pre-programmed warm-up time
that is activated every time the scanner is powered up. During this time,
the scale is viewed by the POS terminal as off-line.

Contact
feature.

NOTE

Technical Support to learn more about this advanced programmable

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Figure 1-5. Environmental Specifications

Operation

Storage

+40 C +104 F

10 C 50 F

Temperature

10 to +40 C

50 to +104 F

Dust Resistant Optics Cavity, IP5X

+70 C +158 F

-40 C -40 F

Temperature

-40 to +70 C

-40 to +158 F

Illumination
Artificial Light:
0-450 Foot-candles
(4,842 LUX)

Sunlight:
0-8,000 Foot-candles
(86,080 LUX)

POS Scanner

Humidity

Hot / Wet 40°C / 95% RH

Hot / Dry 40°C / 5% RH

Cold / Dry 10°C / 5% RH

Warm / Wet 25%C / 50% RH

Spill Proof

(Datalogic MS-0006-13-0004)

Electrical Specifications

Product Reference Guide 1-9

Before installation, always verify that the site’s electrical service meets the
scanning-scale’s requirements. The scanner has been engineered for com­patibility with most international electrical systems operating in ranges
from 100 to 240VAC at 50-60 Hz. Verify that the power source will sup­ply “clean” electrical power to the equipment; that is, it must be free of
excess electrical noise.

Check the IEC power cord shipped with the scanning-scale. If the cord
will not plug into your AC power receptacle, the power cord shipped is
not compatible with your electrical system. Please contact your distributor
immediately to receive the necessary information and components to
ensure electrical compatibility.

Power Supply

The scanner utilizes a single power supply for all models. Unique installa­tion and international connections are accomplished through selection of
the proper IEC power cord

VOLTAGE FREQUENCY CURRENT (RMS) PART NUMBER

100-240VAC ±10% 50-60 Hz 0.5 Amps @ 100V 8-0761

Safe operation of your scanner or scanning-scale requires properly grounded
electrical outlets. Be sure to have a qualified electrician certify the earth-

CAUTION

NOTE

ground connection on circuits which will be used to power the unit.

The scanner is powered on/off by connecting/disconnecting its AC power

supply.

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Laser and Product Safety

Laser safety requirements are based on IEC Standard Publication 60825-1
(2001) and CDRH 21CFR, Chapter 1, Subchapter J and (CDRH) Laser
Product Performance Standard, User information [1040.10(h)1]:

• User Maintenance. No user maintenance of the system other than

cleaning of the scan windows is required.

• Radiant Energy. The scanner is an IEC Class 1 and CDRH IIa

laser product. The system uses two embedded Class 3B Visible
Laser Diodes (VLDs) operating at 650.0 or 670.0 nm, in an
opto-mechanical scanner, resulting in less than 3.9µW radiated
power as observed through a 7mm aperture and averaged over 10
seconds. Maximum emitted peak output power at the lower win­dow is 850µW. No attempt should be made by the user to remove
the protective housing of the scanning-scale.

• Laser Light Viewing. The horizontal and vertical scan windows

are the only apertures through which laser light may be observed
in this product.

Exposure to the light emitted from the scan windows has been shown not
to be harmful. The safety record of barcode scanning is perfect after mil­lions of hours of use worldwide. This safe and efficient use of laser tech­nology has gained wide acceptance in industries throughout the world.

Operators and installers of the unit should observe the following cautions
and warnings:

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

The use of optical instruments with the scanner will increase eye hazard. (Opti­cal instruments include binoculars, microscopes, telescopes and magnifying
glasses. This does not include eyeglasses worn by the user).

CAUTION

To prevent exposure to laser light, do not remove the protective housing of the
scanner. There are no user-serviceable parts inside your scanner or scanning­scale.

Product Reference Guide 1-11

CAUTION

WARNING

Safety precautions to be taken:

No adjustments or alteration of the scanner or scanning-scale housing are to be
attempted by the user.

The failure of the facet wheel motor while the unit is continuing to emit a laser
beam causes the emission levels to exceed those for inherently safe operation.
The unit has safeguards to prevent this occurrence. If, however, a stationary
laser beam is ever emitted, the failing unit should be disconnected from its
power supply until repaired by a qualified technician.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when
the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment gener­ates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interfer­ence to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential
area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be
required to correct the interference at his or her own expense.

This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

Cet appareil numerique de la classe A respecte toute les exigences du
Reglement sur le material broilleur du Canada.

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Labeling

N=

max

Max
Min

e =

Max
Min
e =

III

M

max

n =

min

e =

III

CAPACITE

CAPACITY

Or...

Or...

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1
CATAGORIA 1 PRODUCTO LASER
APPAREIL Á LASER DE CLASSE 1
based on 10 sec; IEC 60825-1:2001

• CAUTION-LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM

• PRECAUCION-RADIACION LASER SI SE ABRE. ¡NO MIRE HACIA EL RAYO!

• CUIDADO - RADIA=C7=C3O LASER QUANDO ABERTO. N=C3O OLHE PARA O RAIO.

• VARO-LASERSÄTEILY, JOS AVOINNA. ALA TUIJOTA SATEESEEN.

• FARLIGTI-LASERSTRÅLNING OM ÖPPET. STIRRA EJ IN I STRÅLEN.

• ADVARSELI LAERSTRALING VED ABNING. SE IKKE IND I STRALEN.

• AVVERTENZA-PERICOLO DI EXPOSIZIONE ALLE RADIAZIONI LASER.NON FISSARE IL FASCIO.

• VORSICHT-NACH ÖFFNEN BESTEHT LASERSTRAHLUNGSGEFAHR.NICHT IN DEN STRAHL BLICKEN

• ATTENTION! RAYONNEMENT LASER SI CARTER OUVERT. NES PAS REGARDER DANS LE FAISEAU

• FARE! - LASERSTRÅLING NÅR ÅPEN. STIRR IKKE IN I STRÅLEN.

• WAARSHUWING LASERTRALING WANNEER OPEN. KIJK NIET IN DE STRAAL.

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, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Output:
+5V at 2.0A
+12V at 1.5A

Use ONLY INC. AC/DC Power Supply

Input: 50 - 60 Hz (0.5 - 0.25A)

90 - 265VAC (P/N 8-0559)
Power: 18 Watts (max)

COVERED BY ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING U.S. PATENTS: 4,709,195 4,709,369 4,712,853 4,749,879 4,786,798 4,792,666 4,798,943 4,799,164
4,816,660 4,861,972 4,861,973 4,866,257 4,868,836 4,879,456 4,963,719 4,991,692 5,144,118 5,179,270 5,198,649 5,247,162 5,229,588 5,410,108
5,459,308 5,440,110 5,475,207 5,493,108 5,705,802 5,723,852 5,834,708 5,929,421 6,059,189 6,237,852 RE37,166 OTHER PATENTS PENDING

THIS LASER PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH 21CFR 1040
AS APPLICABLE AS A CLASS IIA PRODUCT

This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ECES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la Classe A est confirme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

N263

Product of USA

NRTL

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t

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t

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s

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duction

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PRODUCT SERVICE

This illustration shows label
placement ONLY. For actual
regulatory, patent and other
applicable information, view
the labels on the product
itself, or call your nearest
sales or service office.

SCANNER/SCALE MODEL XXX
CLASS:XXXXXX-XXXXX-XX
Manufacture Date: April 200x
S/N: XXXXXXXX

MAGELLAN 8500

SERIAL NUMBER BARCODE

Under
platter

Under platter

(Models
vary)

U.S., CANADA, MEXICO AND JAPAN

IEC CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

Regulatory, reference and safety labeling is shown in Figure 1-6.

Figure 1-6. Labeling

Product Reference Guide 1-13

Agency Compliances

The scanner and scanning-scale meets or exceeds the requirements for its
device type as set forth by the following agencies and regulations:

COUNTRY COMPLIANCE COMMENTS

Electrical
United States UL60950-1 UL Approved and TÜV NRTL

Canada CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1 TÜV NRTL

World IEC60950 / IEC 60825-1 TÜV CB

Australia AS 3260 AS (power adapter)

Emmisions
United States 47CFR Part 15J FCC

Canada ICES-0003 Class B

Europe EN 55022 Class B

Australia/N Zealand AS/NZ 3548 Class B

Japan VCCI Class B

Taiwan CNS 13438 Class B

Safety & Emissions EMC Directive 204/108/EC CE Mark

LV Directive 73/23/EEC CE Mark

Laser Safety
United States CDRH, 21CFR Part 1040 CDRH Class IIa laser device

Canada same as CDRH SGM-1 specification

Australia AS 2211

Weights & Measures
United States

Canada Measurement Canada

Australia National Measurement Institute (NMI) NMI R76, Parts 1 and 2

New Zealand 1987 Part 1 Reg. 4, Reg. 4A

Mexico NOM NOM-019-SCF1-1994

New York New York Certificate

NIST Handbook 44
(Dept. of Commerce)

®

Contact Datalogic

Marketing at [phone], or your Datalogic rep-

resentative for a complete listing of approvals for other countries.

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Barcodes Supported

The scanner can read/decode the following barcode types (symbologies):

• UPC Versions A & E

• UPC Supplementals and Add-ons (2 & 5 digit supplimentals,

Coupon code and Code 128)

• Plural Stage Dual UPC Barcodes for Japan ( 2 label read)

• DataBar Omnidirectional, DataBar Expanded, DataBar Stacked

•EAN-8 & 13

•JAN-8 & 13

• UCC/EAN 128

•Code 39

• Code 39 full ASCII

• Code 128 (including conversion to Code 39)

•Code 93

• Interleaved 2 of 5 (I 2 of 5)

• Code 32 (Italian Pharmaceutical Code)

• Codabar

•MSI/Plessey

Product Reference Guide 1-15

Technical Support

Datalogic Website Support

The Datalogic website (www.scanning.datalogic.com) is the complete
source for technical support and information for Datalogic products. The
site offers product support, product registration, warranty information,
product manuals, product tech notes, software updates, demos, and
instructions for returning products for repair.

Reseller Technical Support

An excellent source for technical assistance and information is an autho­rized Datalogic reseller. A reseller is acquainted with specific types of busi­nesses, application software, and computer systems and can provide
individualized assistance.

Telephone Technical Support

If you do not have internet or email access, you may contact Datalogic
technical support at [phone] or check the back cover of your man­ual for more contact information.

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Section 2

Site Preparation and Installation

This section provides a reference for preparing most checkstands to receive
the scanner or scanning-scale. Included are physical parameters and
instructions for checkstand preparation, power and ventilation consider­ations, cable routing information and unit installation.

Site Preparation lists all procedures necessary to prepare the checkstand.
The instructions that follow, titled
the three models that are available (shown in
easy installation into almost any checkstand application around the world:

Model 8500 — Short Scanner Model 8501 — Long Scanner

Model 8502 — Long Scanner/Scale Model 8503 — Long Scanner with Sensormatic Coil

Checkstand Preparation, detail steps for

Figure 2-1 below) to facilitate

Model 8504 — Long Scanner/Scale with Sensormatic
Coil

Some models are designed to fit with little or no modification into open­ings cut for previously installed scanners such as other Magellan
ners, or NCR
designed for applications with smaller footprint requirements.

Once the procedures in this section are complete, the scanner is ready for
operation; with the exception that if a scanning-scale was installed, cali­bration will be required before placing the unit into operation. You must
consult the local weights and measures authority to ensure that all legal
requirements are met concerning calibration and certification.
Calibration, contains detailed procedures for calibrating the scale in either
pounds or kilograms.

®

scanner models 7820/24 and 7870. Other models are

Model 8505 — Short Scanner with Sensormatic
Coil

®

scan-

Section 5,

Product Reference Guide 2-1

Figure 2-1. The Scanner/Scale Family

Model 8500 Model 8501

EAS

Model 8503 Model 8504

Pre-Installation Considerations

It should be noted that the scope of this manual does not encompass all
factors related to worker safety and checkstand design. It does, however,
offer a list of considerations that may be helpful in ensuring greater safety
and productivity. Careful planning using these general guidelines should
result in a more efficient, comfortable work environment.

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that the incidence of repetitive
motion injuries has increased dramatically in recent years. Checkstand
design and scanner installation and operation procedures can reduce the
risk of repetitive motion injuries, but not eliminate it.

Although there are currently no formal guidelines for checkstand ergo­nomics, the Food Marketing Institute (FMI) and the National Institute of
Occupational Safety (NIOSH) of the Department of Health and Human
Services have released the reports listed at the end of these recommenda­tions. These reports contain useful suggestions for ergonomic improve­ment of checkstand designs and scanner installation, maintenance and
usage. Portions of the reports are summarized below. For copies of the
complete reports, or to inquire about any modifications to the recommen­dations, contact FMI and NIOSH at the addresses listed at the end of
these recommendations.

Model 8502

0.00 lb

EASEAS

Model 8505

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Checkstand Design

1. Select a design which allows load-sharing by several muscle

groups (for example designs which allow the cashier to use both
hands for scanning and bagging).

2. Select checkstands which deliver products to the cashier on an

input belt and do not require the unloading of items from a cart.
These designs put less stress on the cashiers’ shoulders and back.

3. Minimize the distance between the input and take-away convey-

ors (i.e., the distance the cashier has to reach to move the prod­ucts).

4. Minimize the width of the input conveyor to reduce the cashier’s

reach to items on the far side of the belt; use a diverter to direct
products closer to the cashier.

5. Select a design which encourages the cashier to slide products

across the scanner rather than gripping and lifting. Make sure the
horizontal surface of the scanner is flush with all surrounding sur­faces.

6. Choose a design which integrates the scanner and scale to elimi-

nate extended reaches and lifts during weighing tasks.

7. Provide an easily accessible bag stand at a height 13 - 17 inches

(33 - 43.2 cm) lower than the top surface of the checkstand to
reduce stresses to the shoulders, elbows, and risks associated with
lifting products into bags.

8. Do not position the bag stand between the cashier and the scan-

ner, due to the increased reach involved.

9. Position the scanner’s horizontal scanning surface 34 - 36 inches

(86.4 - 91.4 cm) above the floor. Maintain a minimum of five
inches (12.7 cm) clearance between elbows and work surfaces.

10. Provide adjustable keyboard mounting (height, tilt, and horizon-

tal reach).

11. Position the printer, cash drawer, and other checkstand devices

the cashier uses within easy reach (less than 18 inches/45.7 cm).

12. Provide adequate toe space, foot rests or rails, antifatigue mats,

and where feasible, an adjustable seat or stand against which the
cashiers can lean.

Product Reference Guide 2-3

Scanner Installation

1. Mount the horizontal surface of the scanner flush with the coun­tertop to encourage slide scanning rather than lifting.

2. Position the centerline of the scanner read area 8 - 10 inches (20.3

- 25.4 cm) from the edge of the checkstand (cashier side).

Scanner Maintenance

1. Keep scanner windows clean. This will improve productivity and
reduce rescans.

2. Replace scanner glass when excessive scratches are evident.

References

Anonymous, 1992, “Ergonomic Improvement of Scanning Checkstand
Designs”,
Food Marketing Institute
800 Connecticut Ave. N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20006

Grant, Katharyn A. et al., 1992, “Ergonomic Evaluation of Checkstand
Designs in the Retail Food Industry”,
National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health
4676 Columbia Parkway
Cincinnati, Ohio 45226

Scanner Usage

1. Minimize handling of heavy/bulky products. Leave these items in
the cart and use an alternative entry method such as key entry of
short PLUs, or handheld scanning.

2. Regularly train cashiers in proper scanning methods and ergo­nomics principles, such as:

Develop a smooth fluid motion during scanning, sharing
work equally between hands.

Use the entire hand for grasping and lifting items.

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Since the scanner reads labels on all four sides plus the top
and bottom, there is no need to turn a barcode toward either
of the scanner windows.

Develop efficient scanning motions, not necessarily faster
hand movements. Simply slide the item across the scanner’s
horizontal window with as little orientation motion as neces­sary.

Leave items in an upright position; do not lift and tilt.

Learn how the scanner functions and where the scanning area
is located.

Do not favor either the vertical or horizontal window; slide
items across the scanner in their natural orientations on the
checkstand as much as possible.

Site Preparation Overview

Consider the following factors before installing the scanner/scanning-scale
and its optional Remote Scale Display.

Ventilation Requirements. The scanner operates without the use of a

ventilation fan. As long as there is adequate convective air flow and no
major heat producing equipment in close proximity, the unit’s housing
provides adequate heat dissipation. The air temperature in the checkstand
around the scanner must not exceed 104°F (40°C).

Service Access Requirements. Routine operations such as ‘zeroing’

and calibration do not require removal of the scanner from the checkstand
or disassembly of the product. The installer should plan service access for
the AC/DC Power Supply and cables.

Recommended Power Installation. Since the typical grocery environ-

ment includes conveyor belts and electric motors, care should be taken to
ensure that the scanner has a supply of “clean” power (power without
excessive electrical noise). A wiring diagram shows the recommended wir­ing that will provide the scanner with a “clean” source of power. Refer to

Figure 2-4.

Product Reference Guide 2-5

Counter Preparation. Since the majority of grocery checkout lanes are

designed as “left-hand take away,” the counter drawings in this section
focus on this counter design. Simply reverse the layout for a “right-hand
take away” requirement. The unit scans equally well in either of these two
configurations.

Liquid Drainage. Should a liquid spill occur, ensure that moisture can

flow through the checkstand without pooling.

Leveling. Plan ahead and provide screws/bolts in the checkstand mounts

and a leveling guide (board) to allow leveling of the scanner or scanning­scale within the counter. Use a 0.375” thick board to replicate the mount­ing flange on the long scanner or scanning-scale, and adjust screws or bolts
until the board is flush within the counter. Use a 4.0” wide board stood on
its end to adjust leveling screws/bolts in rail support applications.

Cable Routing. Placement of the scanning-scale should be planned to

allow easy access to other components as well as optimize communication
between the scanner, the POS terminal and the optional Remote Scale
Display. Note that cables may drop straight down from the scanner’s con­nector panel, or may be conveniently routed along the unit’s side using the
hardware provided. Do not route interface cables near any electrical
motors or other sources of electromagnetic interference.

Remote Scale Display Placement. The customer, and checker in some

instances, must be able to easily view and read the Remote Scale Display.
Ambient light and mounting height considerations are discussed later in
this section.

Vertical Clearance. Provision must be made to allow adequate space

above the scanner bonnet for removal and replacement of the All
Weighs™ Platter (the L-shaped platter). Optimal clearance permits the
platter to be grasped at its top vertical edge and lifted for removal without
obstruction (such as a fixed keyboard mount or any type of enclosure).
Should such an enclosure be unavoidable, an alternate method of platter
removal using two coins may be employed, however a minimum vertical
clearance of 1.5” (3.8 cm) MUST be provided (reference
Another consideration is that the scan zone must be kept free of obstruc­tions such as enclosures, keyboard mounts, etc.

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Figure 2-2).

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Figure 2-2. Vertical Clearance

DO NOT
Obstruct
Scan Zone

DO NOT
Obstruct
L-Platter
Removal

Allow a minimum
clearance of

1.5" (3.8cm)

(Enclosure)

(Keyboard Mount)

Ventilation and Spacing

The scanning-scale’s perimeter housing has been designed to provide ade­quate space for convective cooling and unrestricted movement of the
weighing apparatus.
slots. The checkstand design must allow:

Figure 2-3 shows the debris chutes and ventilation

Product Reference Guide 2-7

NOTE

• The ambient air temperature inside the checkstand adjacent to

the scanner must not exceed 104°F (40°C).

• A source of air that provides adequate cooling by convective air

flow.

DO NOT place the scanner in a close-fitting, fully enclosed checkstand. Pro­vide a MINIMUM of 16 square inches (103.2 square centimeters) of air intake
from below the installation for sufficient convective cooling.

If motors, conveyor belts, or other heat producing equipment are located
near the scanner, forced air ventilation may be required. In most installa­tions, a 30 cfm (.84 cmm) axial fan should provide sufficient air move­ment. If a ventilation fan is installed, one with a removable filter that may
be washed or replaced is recommended.

Figure 2-3. Debris Chutes & Ventilation Slots

Debris Chutes/Ventilation Slots

(Models vary)

Service Access

The scanner and scanning-scale have been engineered to allow perfor­mance of all routine service and maintenance (such as “zeroing” and cali­bration) without removing the scanner from the checkstand. Additionally
all cable connections made at the scanner can be connected and removed
while the unit is sitting on the countertop. The installer should provide
service access to all remaining cable connectors as well as the AC/DC
Power Supply (if installed).

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Power Installation

AC/DC Power

Supply

Power
Mains

Neutral

Line

Ground

Earth

Ground

Panel

Ground

Panel

Ground

Main

Breaker

Panel

Checkstand

Breaker Panel

Neutral

Line

Ground

Neutral

Line

Ground

Lighting

Inductive Loads

(e.g. Conveyor Belts, Motors, etc)

Scanner or

Scanner/Scale

POS Terminal

On/Off
Switch

On/Off
Switch

(Models
vary)

Reference the wiring diagram in Figure 2-4 for the recommended fusing
arrangement.

Grounding

The AC/DC Power Supply should have an AC outlet with a clean earth
ground. If you are not sure how to verify the amount of electrical noise
(interference) on the power line, ask a qualified electrician to measure the
input line voltage.

Figure 2-4. Input Power Wiring

Product Reference Guide 2-9

Checkstand Preparation

Reference Figure 2-5. When performing a first time installation into a new
checkstand, verify before cutting that room will be allowed for cabling and
the AC/DC Power Supply. When making the opening, take extra care to
accurately cut to the correct dimensions. Mounting may require installa­tion of support(s), countertop routing, or other such devices. Depending
upon checkstand design, you may wish to install an item diverter to direct
items toward the scan window. See the instructions in this manual titled
“Counter Cutout” for more details concerning the location and prepara­tion of the opening.

Figure 2-5. Installation Overview

(Models and
connections

vary)

Counter Cutout

Item

Diverter

AC/DC

Routed

Support

Cabling

Power
Supply

Lip

Support Rails

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Liquid Spills and Moisture

Select a checkstand design which allows fluids to flow through, and directs
liquids away from any electronic equipment or storage areas.

Counter Cutout

The most important consideration when planning the counter opening
for the scanner is the operator’s comfortable reaching distance. The ideal,
ergonomically sound installation allows items to be directed within easy
reach, and a scanning area requiring no lifting or special orientation of
items. If you haven’t already read the information at the beginning of this
section titled,
ing these instructions.

The symmetrical design of the scanner permits the operator to easily pass
items from one hand to the other while scanning (either from right-to-left
or left-to-right). With the unique 360- scan zone, scanning is accom­plished in one fluid motion. The operator simply slides the item from the
conveyor belt or diverter area through the scanning area and passes the
item to the other hand, which in turn bags it or places it on a take-away
conveyor belt. Movement should flow naturally over the surface of the
scanner.

Note that the following guidelines for preparing an existing checkstand to
accept a scanner, or incorporating the unit into a new checkstand design
will not be accurate for all installations. Although these guidelines will suf­fice for most standard installations, the installer may need to make adjust­ments for varying counter heights and thicknesses, support design, or
other checkstand limitations.

Pre-Installation Considerations, please do so before continu-

Figure 2-6 shows a typical “left-hand-take-away” checkstand design.

Follow these basic steps to install the unit:

1. Select a position for the scanner that offers a smooth product flow

which best accommodates the reaching distance of the average
operator.

2. Cut the opening in the countertop. Select the appropriate draw-

ing from

3. Install the AC/DC Power Supply, the Remote Scale Display cable

and the interface cable(s) observing the following:

Product Reference Guide 2-11

Figure 2-7, or Figure 2-10 for your model.

Interface cables (and display cable, if applicable) should be
routed away from all highly inductive electrical devices, like
motors and conveyor belts, and even away from the unit’s
power cable if possible.

Cables should be easy to remove in the event that replace­ment is required. A little planning now will save a lot of frus­tration later.

4. Connect and verify all system operations.

The scanner should be installed so that leading and trailing edges of the
All Weighs™ Platter are flush with the countertop to enhance smooth,
slide-through scanning (reference the insert in

Figure 2-6). Keep in mind

that the debris chutes on both sides of the platter provide the necessary
clearance for proper scale operation if you are installing a scanning-scale
(you won’t need to provide an additional gap for that).

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Optional

Item Diverter

Conveyor

Deadplate

Scanner

Bagging

Area

Take-Away

Belt

Keyboard

Remote Display

POS Terminal

& Printer

Check

Writing

Stand

(Optional)

Scan & Bag

Well

(Optional)

6.3"

(16.0cm)

Cash Drawer

(Below Scanner)

Flush — Correct

Above Flush — Incorrect

Below Flush — Incorrect

Figure 2-6. Typical Checkstand Design & Cutout Location

Product Reference Guide 2-13

Refer to the appropriate drawing (

Figure 2-7, Model 8500; Figure 2-10,

Models 8501 and 8502) for dimensional information on the model you’ll
be installing.

Figure 2-7. Models 8500 & 8501 (Short Scanner Models) Cutout Dimensions

Models 8500 & 8505
Cutout

Max. Radius = 0.25"

(0.635cm) 4x

16.625" ± .060"

(42.23cm)

11.625"

(29.53cm)

Model 8500 & 8505
Supports

Support Rails

5" ±.062 (12.7cm)

Liquid

Drainage

Liquid

Drainage

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Figure 2-8. Model 8500 (Short Scanner) Reference Dimensions

Model 8505
Reference
Dimensions

18 lb.

(8.2kg)

Scanner Weight

5.0" (12.7cm)

7.0" (17.78cm)

Window

B

C

12.0"

(30.4cm)

7.0"

(17.8cm)

6.26"

(15.9cm)

16.60” (42.16cm)

11.50"

(29.21cm)

16.5"

41.91cm)

6.95"

(17.65cm)

Model 8500
Reference
Dimensions

7.0" (17.78cm)

5.0" (12.7cm)

6.2"

(15.75cm)

Window

12.0"

(30.5cm)

11.5"

(29.21cm)

7.75"

(19.69cm)

Figure 2-9. Model 8505 (Short Scanner) Reference Dimensions

22 lb.

(10kg)

Scanner Weight

Product Reference Guide 2-15

Figure 2-10. Models 8501, 8502, 8503 & 8504 Long Scanner or Scanning-Scale Cutout Dimensions

Model 8501
& Model 8502
Reference
Dimensions

26 lb.

(11.7kg)

Scanner/Scale

Weight

22 lb.

(10kg)

Scanner

Weight (w/o scale)

11.5"

(29.21cm)

11.25"

(28.58cm)

20.0"

(50.8cm)

5.0" (12.7cm)

7.0" (17.78cm)

12.0"

(30.5cm)

8.9"

(22.60cm)

Window

6.95"

(17.65cm)

Model 8501
& Model 8502
Cutout

If leveling feet are needed
for models 8501 and 8502,
use the placement shown here,
represented with plus signs (+).

Model 8501
& Model 8502
Supports

0.75"

(1.9 cm)

0.75"± .060"

(1.9 ±0.15 cm)

(10.2 cm)

Max. Radius = 0.25"

(0.635cm) 4x

(Center Line)

0.375" ± .030"

(0.952 ±0.07 cm)

4.0"

Rail

0.75"

(1.905cm)

Liquid

Drainage

20.125" ±0.06"

(51.2 ±0.15 cm)

0.375" ± 0.03" (.95 ±.08 cm)

18.625" ± .060"

(47.3 ±0.15 cm)

20.125"

(51.12cm)

18.625"

(47.308cm)

0.375" ± .030"

(0.952 ±0.07 cm)

11.625"

(29.53cm)

(1.905cm)

0.75"± .060"

(1.9 ±0.15 cm)

0.75"

Liquid

Drainage

Rail

3.06" ± .006"

(7.77 ±0.15 cm)

3.06" ± .006"

(7.77 ±0.15 cm)

1.5"

(3.8 cm)

Figure 2-11. Models 8501 and 8502 Long Scanner or Scanning-Scale Reference Dimensions

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Figure 2-12. Models 8503 and 8504 Long Scanner or Scanning-Scale Reference Dimensions

Model 8503
& Model 8504
Reference
Dimensions

2x 0.37”

(0.94cm)

1.32”

(3.35cm)

11.50"

(29.21cm)

7.0"

(17.8cm)

17.26” (43.83cm)

Window

6.86"

(17.44cm)

1.37"

(3.49cm)

5.0"

(12.7cm)

20 lb.

(9.1kg)

Scanner

Weight (w/o scale)

20.6 lb.
(9.4kg)

Scanner

Weight (w/o scale)

with Sensormatic Option

12.0"

(30.4cm)

23 lb.

(10.4kg)

Scanner/Scale

Weight

23.6 lb.

(10.7kg)

Scanner/Scale

Weight

with Sensormatic Option

Product Reference Guide 2-17

Checkstand Mounting

There are a number of things to take into account when installing the unit
into a checkstand. Key factors are ergonomic/worker safety, loading capac­ity and stability. Consider the scanner or scanning-scale’s weight when cal­culating the robustness of construction needed to support it as well as
maximum capacity of weighed and scanned items.

If you choose to rout a countertop with a thickness of 0.75” (1.9 cm) plywood,
you’ll need to add a backing strip that supports the area routed out for the

NOTE

support flanges (see
made of 0.75” (1.9 cm) thick plywood and be approximately 4.0” (10.2 cm)
wide and 14.0” (35.6 cm) long. This strip should be glued as well as screwed
to the underside of the countertop.

Figure 2-5). This support strip should minimally be

Installation Overview

The preceding Site Preparation Overview dealt with installed location and
counter preparations to accommodate the scanner or scanning-scale. Hav­ing completed those steps, physical installation of the scanner or scanning­scale can begin. The following instructions apply to all models.

This section describes:

1. Unpacking the unit.

2. Verifying operation before connecting to a POS system.

3. Routing and connecting cables.

4. Validating that your scanner communication parameters match
the POS terminal’s system requirements.

5. Confirming connection to the EAS system.

6. Functional testing to verify operation when connected to the
POS system.

The following text describes each of these steps.

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Unpacking

To un p a ck t h e u n i t:

• Inspect the package for signs of damage that may have occurred

during shipping. If damage is found, report it to your carrier
immediately.

• Lift out the accessory box containing the AC/DC Power Supply,

optional Remote Scale Display and cable (if present), and the
Quick Reference Guide.

• Remove the Quick Reference Guide and familiarize yourself with

the unit’s controls and features. Leave the guide at the checkstand
when the installation is complete.

• Remove the protective packing and carefully lift the unit from the

carton. Be sure to save the box and all packing material. In the
event of failure, the unit must be returned to the factory in its
original packaging

.

• Carefully lift off the All Weighs™ Platter as shown in Figure 2-22

and remove the protective foam pieces securing the weigh mecha­nism. Set the platter back in place.

For added protection during shipment, the All Weighs™ Platter is covered
with a tight-fitting layer of vinyl as shown in
MUST BE REMOVED before placing the unit into service.

NOTE

Figure 2-13. Remove Protective Vinyl

(Models vary)

Figure 2-13. This vinyl layer

Protective vinyl

MUST be removed

from the

platter

before use.

• Proceed to the Operational Verification instructions below.

Product Reference Guide 2-19

Operational Verification

Follow these steps to ensure that your unit has arrived undamaged and is
fully functional before installing it in the counter and connecting it to
your POS system.

1. If the unit is a scanning-scale, connect the Remote Scale Display
to the proper connector on the unit’s connector panel (refer to

Figure 2-17). Note that if the Remote Scale Display is not con-

nected, a scanner power-up Selftest will sound a long, low beep,
and the number “8” will appear on the 7-segment display indicat­ing a remote display error. Power-down, connect a known-good
Remote Display to the appropriate port, and restart to correct this
problem. Alternatively, you can disable the Remote Display using
programming barcodes (see
information).

2. Connect the power cable at the scanner then at the AC outlet.

When power is applied to the unit, the normal indicator sequence is:

• The green light will be lit (dim) steadily.

• [EAS models ONLY] The EAS indicator (bottom-most, tri-color
LED) will flash ON/OFF during power-up. Additionally, the 7­segment display will flash the number ‘9’. indicating the EAS sys­tem is being initialized.

Chapter 6, Programming, for more

• If the Selftest detects a problem, the 7-segment display will dis­play a number code. Refer to

Chapter 4, Problem Isolation, for a

description of failure codes and problem isolation procedures.

Scale calibration may be necessary to obtain a zero reading on the display
on rare occasions.

NOTE

3. The unit should be permitted to reach thermal equilibrium
before proceeding to the next steps. (Reference the topic

in Chapter 1.) When the unit is moved from a cooler tem-

Time

perature (such as a storage area) to a warmer environment (such
as a checkstand location), a period of 60 minutes must be allowed
to acclimate the unit to ambient conditions. Once installed and
powered up, a “power-up” warm-up period of 15 minutes must

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NOTE

be allowed before calibrating or performing weighing opera­tions. These two warm-up periods may run concurrently.

4. Verify that the scanner or scanning-scale passes an operational test

by observing the following:

Scanner. Pass UPC/EAN barcode labels in front of the scanner’s win-

dows. Since the interface cable is not yet connected to the POS
terminal, the scanner may be limited to reading only one or two
labels (see the note that follows). The scanner indicates when each
label has been successfully read by flashing the green scanner light
and emitting a good read tone (beep).

When not connected to the host, the scanner may be limited to reading only
one or two labels. (This limitation is dependent upon the interface type.) To
scan multiple labels without connecting to the host, place the unit in Scanner
Diagnostic Mode by pressing the Volume/Tone Push Button for four seconds.

EAS System. The way in which EAS tags are deactivated is dependent

upon the way the scanner is currently programmed with regard to
EAS Mode. (
function...

• Coupled Mode — Pass an item containing both a barcode and an

active EAS tag over the scanner. Successful deactivation is indi­cated by the bottom-most LED flashing first red, then orange,
then returning to green. The beeper will sound a good read beep.
If you have enabled the manual deactivation function available
for Coupled Mode (

page 6-47), test the function bbarcodey pressing the bottom push

button. A ticking sound will be heard which should cease upon
deactivating an EAS tag.

See “EAS Mode” on page 6-42.) To test EAS system

see “Manual EAS Deactivation Push Button” on

• Decoupled Mode — In this mode, items do not require a barcode

to be scanned to arm the deactivation function. Simply pass an
active EAS tag over the scanner in the same direction you would
scan a barcode. The bottom-most LED will flash red to indicate
deactivation. No beep is sounded to indicate deactivation in this
mode.

• Hybrid Mode — In Hybrid Mode, the scanner must be enabled,

however EAS deactivation in this mode also takes place without

Product Reference Guide 2-21

needing to scan an item’s barcode. Pass an active EAS tag over the
scanner in the same direction you would scan a barcode. The bot­tom-most LED will flash red, then orange, then return to green.
The beeper may be configured to sound a high frequency beep to
announce successful deactivation.

Scale. If the Yellow LED is not lit, press the Scale Zero Push Button

momentarily. If the scale is operating correctly, the yellow LED
will illuminate and remain on steady, and the display will show a
reading of 0.00 lb (0.000 kg for metric). If the display is blank or

a is displayed, it may be necessary to calibrate the scale
before continuing. Refer to

Chapter 5, Calibration, for calibration

procedures.

Remote Scale Display. Check to verify that 0.00 lb (0.000 kg for met-

ric) is displayed, then place an item on the weighing platter. Ver­ify that the display shows a weight and that the yellow LED goes
out. Remove the item and observe that Remote Scale Display
shows 0.00 lb (0.000 kg for metric) and that the yellow LED is
On.

5. Unplug the AC power cord from the outlet and disconnect the
power cord and Remote Scale Display cable from the scanner’s
connector panel.

After you have verified that the scanner and scale (if present) are com­pletely functional, continue with the following procedures to complete the
installation.

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Diagnostic Modes

Two diagnostic modes are available which allow you to initiate scanner or
scale diagnostic tests, as well as verify the scanner’s ability to read barcodes.

Scanner Diagnostic Mode

While in Scanner Diagnostic Mode, continuous scanning of labels is
allowed, permitting the user to scan an unlimited number of barcodes
while troubleshooting problems. Under normal operation, the scanner
stores label data, awaiting the signal which transmits it to the host. When
the scanner is not connected to a host, it may read and store only up to
two labels, then quit reading until power is cycled (clearing the memory).
This mode of operation removes this limitation.

To place the scanner in Scanner Diagnostic Mode, press the Volume/Tone
Push Button for approximately four seconds. While pressing the button,
the scanner will first sound three tones, wait a few seconds, then sound six
rapid tones; after which you should immediately release the button.

While in Scanner Diagnostic Mode, identification numbers for interface
type, firmware and configuration will scroll continually across the scan­ner’s 7-segment FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) display. This is useful infor­mation for field diagnostics. See
For example, if the dual cable RS-232 interface (type 05) were enabled,
the firmware designation was R96-1234, and the configuration was R96­5593, the following would be shown (slowly, with blanking between each
of the items):

Figure 4-1 for the location of the display.

1

IF-05 r96-1234 r96-5593.

To exit Scanner Diagnostic Mode, cycle power to the unit or press and
hold the Volume/Tone Push Button for eight seconds to reset the scanner.
See the topic,

Scanner and Scale Reset in Chapter 3 for more information

about unit resets.

Scale Diagnostic Mode

To enter Scale Diagnostic Mode, press the Scale Zero Push Button for
approximately four seconds. Six rapid tones will be sounded, indicating
the unit is leaving normal operation and entering Scale Diagnostic Mode.
The Remote Display will flash a ‘1’ across the display while the dignostic
routine is being run. When diagnostics are completed successfully, the dis-

1. A listing of scanner interface identification numbers is available in Section 6, under the topic,

Interface Type.

Product Reference Guide 2-23

play will indicate that the unit has passed the diagnostic test by displaying

PASS

c

XXX

Zero

XXXX

c

XXX

-18.8.88

. Next, the display shows a listing of how many times the unit
has been calibrated and zeroed in the form of: where x equals
the number of times the scale has been calibrated. Next, the unit will dis­play where x is the number of times the scale has been zeroed.
Finally, all segments will be displayed in the form of: to allow
visual verification of display function.
If the diagnostics routine is not completed successfully, the scanner will
sound a series of tones and the Remote Display will show an error code.
Turn to

Chapter 4, Problem Isolation for a description of error codes.

Press the Scale Zero Push Button once more to reset the unit and exit
Scale Diagnostic Mode. See the topic,

3 for more information about unit resets.

Cables & Connections

Considerations when routing the power and interface cables for the scan­ner and scanning-scale are:

• Ensure that cables are not pinched, kinked or pierced.

• Do not route interface cables in close proximity to electrical
motors or other sources of electromagnetic interference.

• Cables can drop directly from their connectors on the scanner, or,
alternatively, can be routed along the scanner’s side to the back
(see

Figure 2-14).

Scanner and Scale Reset in Chapter

Do not plug the AC power cord into the outlet at this time. It is a good
practice to always connect the power cable to the scanner first before plug­ging it into the AC receptacle. The procedures titled, Set-Up, provided
later in this section will instruct you to connect the power cord at that
time.

Figure 2-14 illustrates the basic cable routing scheme.

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Figure 2-14. Cable Routing

Scanner
(Models vary)

AC Power

Switch

(recommended)

AC/DC

Power

Supply

EAS Controller Box

AC Power

EAS Interface Cable

Scanner

Interface

Cable

Scale

Interface

Cable

(Scanner/Scale)

Optional

Remote Scale
Display Cable

(optional

Scanner/Scale)

POS Terminal, Printer &

Cash Drawer

Remote

Display

Keyboard

EAS Antenna Cable

Sensormatic EAS

Models ONLY

Alternate

Cable

Routing

Product Reference Guide 2-25

Figure 2-15 provides physical dimensions for the AC/DC Adapter (part

5.51"

(14 cm)

3.1"

(7.8 cm)

2.3"

(5.8 cm)

number 8-0599).

Figure 2-15. Physical Measurements: AC/DC Adapter

Remote Scale Display Placement/Installation

When installing the optional Remote Scale Display, consider both the cus­tomer’s viewing angle and the amount of daily ambient light conditions
anticipated at this installation site.
for the display head.

Figure 2-16 shows available adjustment

Lighting Considerations

The display will be easily readable unless placed in direct sunlight or other
very strong light sources. Light interference will not be a factor in most
installations.

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Viewing Angle

The optimum viewing angle is directly facing the customer. To ensure that
the display is easily readable for the majority of your customers, the dis­play should be approximately 48 to 60” (122 to 152 cm) from the floor.

NOTE

Check with local Weights and Measures authorities regarding proper
positioning of scale displays used in retail trade.

Figure 2-16. Remote Scale Display

0.00 lb

CAPACITY / CAPACITE - 30 X .01 lb / 15 x .005 kg

40˚

40˚

25˚

25˚

Product Reference Guide 2-27

The connector at the Remote Scale Display end is secured with a rub­ber band during shipping to prevent damage to the “locking tabs” (see

Figure 2-18). After routing the cable, remove this rubber band before

the cable end connecting to the Remote Scale Display head. Failure to

NOTE

remove the band will keep the connector from latching properly when it
is connected to Remote Scale Display port.

Placing and Installing the Remote Scale Display

(Short Pedestal Base ONLY)

1. Determine where you want to install the Remote Scale Display
based on your counter design, the viewing angle and lighting con­siderations discussed previously. Reference
play’s physical dimensions.

Figure 2-17 for the dis-

NOTE

2. Use the short pedestal base template provided in

Figure 2-19 to

mark locations of the mounting screw and cable routing holes.
The mounting screw holes are on 3

Before drilling, ensure the holes in your base match with the holes indi­cated on the template.

3. The cable can either be routed through a

3

/8” (8.57 cm) centers.

3

/4” (19 mm) diameter
hole directly under the mounting base or through the cutout in
the back of the base (see

Figure 2-18).

4. Drill the mounting screw holes using a drill bit of the appropriate
diameter for your mounting screws or bolts.

5. Drill the cable routing hole using a

3

/4” (19 mm) drill bit

(optional).

It may be necessary to shorten the stalk that supports the display head so
that the display is installed at eye level.

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Figure 2-17. Physical Measurements: Remote Display (Short Base)

CAPACITY / CAPACITE - 30 X .01 lb / 15 x .005 kg

0.00 lb

5.6"

14.2 cm

Minimum

5.3"

(13.5 cm)

Maximum

11.5"

(29.2 cm)

2.75"

7.0 cm

1.5"

3.8 cm

4.5"

31.6 cm

3.375"

0.953 cm

1.0"

2.5 cm

6. Cut the stalk to fit your installation (if required).

7. Route the cable through the base/stalk so that you can plug the

connector into the display head.

8. Remove the rubber band from the connector and attach the con-

nector to the display head.

9. Slip the display head onto the stalk/base.

10. Feed the entire remaining length of the Remote Scale Display

interface cable through the cable routing hole so that the assem­bled Remote Scale Display can be positioned over the mounting
screw holes.

11. Install mounting screws or bolts to complete the installation of

the Remote Scale Display. Take care not to pinch or pierce the

Product Reference Guide 2-29

interface cable while securing the Remote Scale Display to the

48 - 60"

(122 - 152cm)

36"

(91cm)

11.5"
(29cm)

24"

(61cm)

(optional

cable

routing)

Cable end

after
rubberband
is removed.

Display Head

Display Base

Display Stalk

Cable

Connector

Interface

Cable

Mounting

Example

F

RONT

3 3/8" (8.57 cm)

3/4"

(1.9 cm)

4 1/2" (11.4 cm)

1 1/2"

(3.8 cm)

checkstand.

Figure 2-18. Remote Scale Display Components

Figure 2-19. Remote Scale Short Base Display Mounting Template

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8500 Scanner

Changing Weighing Modes

LEGAL NOTE

Your scanning-scale has been programmed for weighing in either pounds
or kilograms depending upon the initial operating environment that was
specified when you ordered your scanning-scale. If you need to change
from pounds to kilograms or vice-versa, call

You can verify that the scale is set correctly for your country’s requirements
by observing that the Remote Scale Display shows the appropriate mea­surement symbol (lb or kg) when the power-up Selftest is completed.

Any time the scale weighing mode is changed, the scale must be
re-calibrated before commercial use.

Set-Up & Installation

These setup and installation procedures assume that you have already pre­pared your checkstand to receive the scanner or scanning-scale. If you have
not already made the counter cutout and routed power and interface
cables, do so now as described in the previous instructions. If your check­stand has been prepared, proceed as follows:

Technical Support.

Set-up

Product Reference Guide 2-31

1. Place the unit on the checkstand next to the counter cutout.

2. Route the cables up through the cutout and connect the scanner
and scale interface cable(s), and Remote Scale Display cable
(optional) to the scanner. Some POS terminals require two inter­face cables; one for the scanner interface and one for the scale
interface. Refer to
appearance of the connector panel will vary depending upon the
factory options purchased with your model.

If you have a scanner with no scale, there will be only one interface cable
to the POS terminal.

3. Connect the power cord to the scanner and route the other end
down through the checkstand to the AC power outlet. DO NOT
plug the power cord in at this time.

Figure 2-20 for cable connection locations. The

4. OPTIONAL — Route your EAS antenna cable down through
the checkstand cutout. (Reference your EAS controller’s set-up
instructions for proper EAS antenna installation.)

Figure 2-20. Connecting Cables to the Scanner/Scale

0.00

POS Ter mi nal Remote DisplayAux. Port EAS PortPowerScale Host

POS TERMINAL REMOTE DISPLAY AUXILLIARY PORT SCALE HOSTEAS PORTPOWER

· Scale Data (for
single cable interfaces)

· Application Download
(where appropriate)

Drives Remote Display· Label Data

· Test Port

· On Screen
Programming (OSP)

· Application Download

· RS-232 Handheld
Scanner Input

· Auxilliary RS-232
Label Data Output

Scale Data (dual

cable scanner/scale)

AC Brick Input

Power off Terminal

(POT) Brick Input

OR

Connection to
external Sensor-

®

matic

ScanMax Pro
controller box.
Controls EAS
deactivation system.

TM

Models with scale

only

Connection to

this port is

Optional

Dual cable units only.

(Scale connection may

be handled through

POS Terminal port)

Figure 2-21. Optional EAS Cable Connections

ab

To EAS

To EAS
System

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Installation

Vertical Bezel

Obstruction

(Models vary)

a

b

OR

1. Make sure that all cables are firmly attached (except that the AC/
DC power supply should not be connected to the AC outlet yet).

2. Remove the All Weighs™ Platter to gain access to the lift han­dles. Grasp the platter as shown in
from the scanner. If the top edge of the platter is blocked, you
may find it easier to grasp the platter vertical bezel as shown in

Figure 2-22b.

Figure 2-22. Removing the All Weighs™ Platter

Figure 2-22 and gently lift it

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NOTE

Lift Handles

ab

...or rotate Lift Handles up

or...

3. Depending upon the model type, the method used to lift the unit
will vary. For the first model type, hook the fingers of both hands
into the lift handles located along the insides of the scanner walls,
just above the debris chutes as shown in

Figure 2-23a. Other mod-

els contain lift handles that must be rotated up into position for
use as shown in

Figure 2-23b. DO NOT attempt to lift the unit

using the plastic edges, scale frame, or any features other than the
lift handles.

4. Lower the unit into the counter opening, ensuring that none of
the cables are pinched, pierced or crimped.

5. Reinstall the All Weighs™ Platter and verify that it is flush or just
below flush with the countertop. This is necessary to provide
smooth scanning from either direction. Make adjustments as
needed to align the platter with the counter by moving support
rails up or down, or consider installing screws in positions that
will allow their use in adjusting the unit’s position.

Failure to install a scanning-scale in a stable and level position will inhibit
weighing, calibration and zeroing operations. The platter MUST make unob­structed contact with all of its supports for proper weighing operation.

6. Once installation is complete, proceed with the

procedures that follow.

cation

Figure 2-23. Using the Lift Handles

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System Power-Up Recap

The System Power-Up procedure may vary depending upon the require­ments of your POS system. It is generally a good practice to power-down
(switch off) all equipment prior to connecting cables. Check with your
System Supervisor and/or refer to your POS terminal manual for proper
power-down and power-up procedures and interface requirements when
connecting any peripheral device.

If you have not identified any specific requirements for your POS system,
follow these steps.

1. Power-down the POS terminal.

2. Ensure that power is disconnected from the scanner.

3. Connect the scanner and scale interface cables to your POS ter-

minal. This connection may use one or two cables depending
upon your POS terminal interface.

4. Connect the Remote Display cable if your model is a scanning-

scale and make any connections to optional equipment, such as

1

EAS

or a handheld scanner.

5. Power-up the scanner or scanning-scale by connecting the power

cord to an AC power outlet. Wait for the unit to complete the
Selftest routine (10 seconds maximum).

6. Power-up the POS terminal.

7. Verify that both scanning and weighing data are properly com-

municated between the scanner and your POS system. (Weigh,
deactivate
refer to

2

and scan a few items.) If problems are encountered,

Chapter 4, Problem Isolation.

8. You have now completed installation and system integration of

the scanner or scanning-scale. At this point, the scale must be cal­ibrated and certified in accordance with the requirements of your
state and/or local requirements. Refer to

Chapter 5, Calibration, for

calibration procedures.

1. Some peripheral equipment must be connected or powered on in a specific order. Check the

equipment instructions to verify the correct sequence.

2. Test EAS deactivation only if applicable for your model.

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NOTES

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Section 3

Vertical Window
Scan Zone

Horizontal Window
Scan Zone

Checker Side
Scan Zone

(Models vary)

Top Down
Scan Zone

...indicate what the
scanner "sees."

Note that
eyes...

Operation and Maintenance

The information contained in this section describes how to operate and
maintain the scanner, scale and EAS system. Topics include “how to’s” on
scanning, EAS tag deactivation, weighing, re-zeroing the scale, removing
the top cover and cleaning the upper and lower windows.

Scanning Items

To scan items using the scanner, slide or push them through the scan zone
as shown in
left-to-right or right-to-left motion through the scan zone. There is no
need to reorient an item’s barcode since the scanner can “see” the left,
right, front and back side, as well as the top and bottom of an item.

“Limited Scanning Mode” is entered by default by interfaces such as USB and
IBM until a Point Of Sale (POS) terminal enables scanning. Labels are “chirped”
while in this mode.

NOTE

Figure 3-1. The scanner will work equally well with either a

Figure 3-1. Scan Zone

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Proper Scanning Technique

The scanner was designed to provide the ultimate in ergonomic enhance­ments for Point-Of-Sale (POS) scanning. To take advantage of these
advancements:

Practice the techniques below to improve scanning efficiency:

• Move the product across the horizontal window (See

Figure 3-1).

• Since the scanner reads labels on all four sides plus the top and
bottom, don’t favor either the horizontal or vertical scan win­dows. Keep items in their natural orientation.

• Remember to slide or push items rather than picking them up. By
avoiding any gripping, twisting and rotation of your hands and
wrists, you can prevent repetitive motion injuries. This technique
also relieves you from lifting possibly thousands of pounds per
day.

• Develop a smooth fluid motion during scanning, sharing work
equally between hands.

• Use the entire hand for grasping and lifting items.

• Develop efficient scanning motions, not necessarily faster hand
movements.

• Learn typical locations for barcodes on packages; avoid “flipping”
or rotating the items during scanning.

• Learn how the scanner functions and where the scanning area is
located.

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Deactivating Security Labels

Two different types of Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS) systems
can be optionally enabled for certain scanner models. Your system
may or may not be equipped with EAS deactivation functionality.

NOTE

Checkpoint

Checkpoint® systems require a wired connection as shown in Figure 1-4a.
When this system is armed, Checkpoint EAS-tagged items are automati­cally deactivated as they are slid over the scanner’s platter area during scan­ning.

Sensormatic

Sensormatic® Ultra-Max®, Ultra-Strip® II and III EAS tags can be
detected and deactivated by a system that is equipped to do so. This is
accomplished by means of a ScanMax deactivation antenna mounted
under the scanner platter. EAS tags should be brought within five inches
of the antenna to be deactivated.

EAS Deactivation Modes

Three modes of initiating deactivation are selectable via scanner program­ming (reference

Chapter 6, "EAS Mode" in this manual):

• Coupled Mode — Deactivation occurs only after item barcodes

are read by the scanner.

• Decoupled Mode — Deactivation is independent of the scanning

function

• Hybrid Mode — EAS system is armed whenever the scanner is

enabled and the deactivation beep is sounded when an EAS tag is
deactivated..

The EAS system must be functional to implement any of the EAS
Modes. If the EAS system is not active, error code 9 will be displayed in
the 7-segment LED display (see

NOTE

Figure 4-1).

Product Reference Guide 3-3

EAS Deactivation Indicators

The scanner can be programmed to beep in acknowledgement of deactiva­tion or upon deactivation failure. Additionally, the tri-color indicator (the
bottom-most LED) displays deactivation status. (For more information
about Beeper and LED indications, see the LED/Beeper Indications &
Controls section of this manual. Also reference the programming section
for their configurable features.) By general default, LED indications are:

• Green means the system is ready (standing by).

• Red signifies the system has detected an EAS tag.

• Orange indicates an EAS tag is being deactivated.

Manual EAS Deactivation Push Button

The bottom-most push button is reserved for use in rare instances where
EAS tagged items are not automatically deactivated when brought
through the scan zone. This button is not intended for regular use. In
instances where deactivation is not automatically triggered, hold the EAS
tag directly downstream from the horizontal window, and press and
release the Manual EAS Deactivation Push Button. This manual deactiva­tion feature is optional, and can be enabled/disabled via the barcodes
located in the programming section of this manual.

The item will be deactivated and a message to store management that this
has occurred will be sent.

In a case where an item’s barcode is damaged or obscured by an EAS
tag or other obstruction, the operator will need to key enter the bar­code number and use the Manual EAS Deactivation Push Button to

NOTE

manually deactivate the EAS tag.

Deactivating the EAS System when failed

In cases of EAS system failure or malfunction, a scanner can be enabled to
operate independent of the EAS deactivation function. This is accom­plished by pressing and holding the EAS Manual Deactivation Push But­ton for three seconds. The scanner will sound three high-pitched beeps
upon bypassing the EAS function in this manner. When in this state, the
scanner’s EAS LED will flash slowly red, as well as the FRU Status LED,
which will slowly flash error nine (9).

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Proper Weighing Technique

Produce Rail

1. The L-shaped All-Weighs™ platter allows you to place items

anywhere on its surface, including leaning against its vertical sec­tion, to be weighed accurately. The raised “Produce Rail” also
provides a convenient way to ensure items do not rest on the
counter or other non-weighing surfaces. (Reference

It is important that items rest entirely on the platter for their full weight to be
accurately recorded.

NOTE

Figure 3-2. L-Shaped Platter & Item Placement

Figure 3-2.)

2. Once weighed items are in place, enter PLU (price Look-Up) data

as described in your POS system instructions. Item weight is dis­played on the Remote Display and/or the host display.

3. Remove the item from the weigh platter.

Product Reference Guide 3-5

Operational Controls

The function of scanner and scale controls and indicators is listed in

Appendix A, LED/Beeper Indications & Controls. Turn to that appendix for

full details.

Operational Modes

The scanner or scanner/scale features a number of modes that are impor­tant to both the user and the system support personnel. These modes can
be combined into three groups: pre-operational, operational, and addi­tional functions. The following text describes these modes, what they
mean, and how and when they are seen.

Power-Up/Selftest & Pre-Operation

Pre-Operation describes those steps that must be successfully completed
before the scanner sounds the initial good read tone and illuminates the
lamps indicating the scanner and/or scale are ready for operation. These
steps include Power-Up Selftest, Error Reporting, and Operational Con­figuration.

Power-Up/Selftest

Power-Up Selftest begins when power is applied. The scanner’s software
immediately begins the testing sequence to verify that all systems are func­tioning properly. This routine, which only takes a few seconds, checks all
the functions of the scanner, EAS deactivation system, scale, remote scale
display and interface prior to indicating that it is ready for operation.

A tone indicating Selftest is complete is a configurable feature. See

Chapter 6, "Power-up Beep Control" in this manual.

the

NOTE

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Error Reporting

. kg

If a fatal error is detected during Selftest or operation, the unit will not
advance to Normal Operation Mode. Selftest diagnostics will cause the
unit to sound a long, low tone and/or display an error message on the 7­segment display indicating where the failure occurred. These messages are
coded to assist the repair technician in identifying the failed component.
If the error is with the EAS deactivation system, the bottom-most LED
will flash red. If an error is indicated, make note of it and contact your
supervisor or technical support representative. A table containing descrip­tions of these error codes is included in

If a non-fatal

1

error is detected (such as the loss of one of the two lasers, or

Chapter 4, Problem Isolation.

EAS deactivation system error), the unit will sound a long, low tone and
display a number on the 7-segment display. The unit will advance to Nor­mal Operating Mode, but performance may be affected until a correction
or repair is made.

Operational Configuration

Once Selftest diagnostics have been successfully run, a tone is emitted (if
configured to do so, and the unit enters an operational configuration state.
The scanner or scanner/scale will automatically load your specific interface
settings which are required to communicate with the host system. There
are two conditions that must be met before the unit can enter Operating
Mode:

• No bar code label can be in the scan volume while the unit is in

this state. Progress is halted until the label has been removed,
thereby ensuring that no extraneous bar code data is send to the
host.

• If your scanner has a scale, the scale cannot be in motion (usually

caused by excessive vibration in the checkstand) for this test to
succeed. A “Scale in Motion” status will be indicated by display­ing a period and the applicable weight unit (lb or

. lb

kg ) that is selected.

• The scale must be able to “capture” zero weight. The

display will be seen if there is a weight on the platter

1. Scanner behavior under non-fatal error conditions is configurable. See Chapter 6, Pro-

gramming

for more details.

Product Reference Guide 3-7

Operating Mode

Operating Mode includes Normal Operation (scanning, EAS deactivation
and weighing) and Sleep Mode. These two modes are most commonly
observed by the user/operator.

Normal Operation

This condition is indicated by the scanner green LED and the EAS deacti­vation LED both being on dim and steady. For scanner/scale models, the
scale yellow LED indicates that the scale senses a weight of zero on the
platter. If you have a scanner without scale model, the yellow lamp will
not be lit when the scanner is ready for scanning.

Yellow and Green LED indications are configurable. Your scanner may
not be programmed to operate in the standard manner described
above.

NOTE

at power-up. Removing the weight or pressing the Scale Zero
Push Button should allow the scale to find zero.

• When the scanner or scanner/scale completes its Selftest success­fully, it emits a tone (when configured to do so) and enters Oper­ating Mode.

Once the scanner enters Normal Operation, it begins a countdown
sequence. If there is no activity during a preset period of time (also called

1

time-out

), the unit will shut off the laser and/or motor in order to pro­long the life of the electrical and mechanical components. Once the scan­ner has timed out, it enters Sleep Mode.

1. “Timeout” and “Sleep Mode” time delays are programmable features that can be selected through

use of the programming labels included in

Chapter 6, Programming.

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Sleep Mode

After the scanner has been left idle for a preset period of time, the laser
and/or motor automatically turns off (goes to sleep). This state is called
Sleep Mode, and is indicated by a “slow” blink of the green light (blinking
at a 2-second rate). To wake up the unit, press anywhere on the weigh
platter (scanner/scale models only), press the Volume Selection switch or
wave your hand in front of the vertical window. The unit will recognize
any of these signals as a wake-up call and instantly return to Normal
Operation.

Additional Functions

Additional scanner and scale functions include programming, running
scanner or scale diagnostics, initiating a reset, zeroing the scale, and cali­brating the scale.

Programming

When your scanner or scanner/scale is shipped from the factory it is con­figured to work with the POS system interface at your store and read the
bar code symbologies you designated. If you need to change this configu­ration information for any reason,
cial bar code labels for changing the unit’s settings.

Chapter 6, Programming, contains spe-

Diagnostic Mode

Refer to Chapter 2, Diagnostic Modes, for details about running scanner
and scale diagnostics. Turn to
tion of error codes resulting from diagnostics.

Chapter 4, Problem Isolation, for a descrip-

Scanner and Scale Reset

The reset procedures and indicators are identical for scanner and scanner/
scale models. As with any electronic equipment, it is sometimes necessary
to reset the electronics. The reset procedure allows you to initiate a reset
command to the scanner. This may be necessary if the POS terminal has
been switched off or the store system has been reset while the unit is on.
Reset can also be used to initiate and run the unit’s internal Selftest rou­tine.

Product Reference Guide 3-9

Pressing and holding the Volume/Tone Push Button for approximately
eight seconds initiates a reset, which is sounded by a rapid number of
beeps. If the motor had been spinning, the lamps will blink while the
motor spins down. At that point, the motor will spin back up and the
scanner will continue to run the Selftest diagnostics. For more informa­tion, see the topic,

Scale Adjustments

The scale allows two user adjustments: zeroing and calibration. The first,
and most frequently performed, is ‘zeroing’ the scale. This operation resets
the scale’s “at rest” reading to zero which must be within the range of - 0.2
pounds (- 1.25 grams) to +0.6 pounds (0.27kg) since the last calibration.
While the ‘at rest’ reading remains within the zero range, the scale will
automatically adjust itself to true zero. The scale also automatically zeros
itself on power-up if the weight present on the scale is within these defined
limits.

Zeroing the Scale

The zeroing operation may be performed by checkers and other store per­sonnel. Pressing and releasing the Scale Zero Push Button should return
the scale to Normal Operation. If the zero point moves out of the zero
range due to debris accumulation or other causes, pressing the Scale Zero
Push Button will not reset the zero point. In this case the weigh platter
must be cleaned, debris chutes cleared of debris or the scale must be recal­ibrated.

Power-Up/Selftest & Pre-Operation earlier in this section.

With the scanner/scale powered-up and at operating temperature:

1. Remove everything from the weighing surface of the scanner/
scale.

2. Press the Scale Zero Push Button. (See

3. The Zero
(0.000 kg). If it does not, see

1

light will turn on and the display will show 0.00 lb

Chapter 4, Problem Isolation.

Figure 1-1).

4. You have completed the scale zeroing function.

1. Zero light operation is configurable.

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Calibrating the Scale

The second adjustment, calibration, defines and sets a standard reference
weight range against which all product weights are compared. If your scale
is set for weighing in pounds, this range is 0 - 30 pounds, and, if your scale
is set for weighing in kilograms, the range is 0 - 15 kilograms. The scale
must be calibrated upon initial installation, whenever the scale cannot be
zeroed, when the scale diagnostics indicate a calibration error, when the
weighing measure (pounds or kilograms) is changed, or when the scale
module has been replaced.

Normally, once the scale has been calibrated, the calibration must be veri­fied and/or approved by a local regulatory body. In many areas of the
United States, the scale calibration switch must be sealed before being
placed into service. Consult the agency responsible for regulating weigh­ing devices in your area to ensure that you are meeting all legal and regula­tory requirements.
sequence and verification process.

Calibration can only be performed if the tamper seal that secures access to
the Calibration Switch is broken and the switch cover is removed. Break­ing the seal may legally render the scale inoperable until it has been recerti­fied and a new seal attached. Consult your local regulations before
removing the calibration seal if you are unsure of the legal requirements.
Although the scale will physically continue to weigh products, a broken
seal may require recertification by a proper authority as designated by your
local laws.

Chapter 5, Calibration, describes the calibration

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Operational Maintenance

The scanner or scanner/scale will provide dependable service for many
years. The following maintenance procedures will keep your scanner or
scanner/scale operating at peak performance.

Cleaning the Weigh Platter and Scan Windows
faces of the horizontal and vertical scan windows at least twice daily with a
nonabrasive, mild, water-based glass cleaner and paper towels or lint-free
cleaning tissues. The textured plastic surfaces and stainless steel can also be
cleaned using the same cleaning agents.

Cleaning the Air Gap/Debris Chutes & Drip Rail. Daily, clear the debris
chutes between the platter and the outer housing. Most items can be
cleared from the debris chutes by carefully running a thin stiff object like a
credit card along all sides of the weighing surface. If necessary, remove the
top cover to clear the debris chutes and drip rail.

Vertical Scan Window Replacement

The Vertical Scan Window enclosed in the All Weighs™ Platter is a
replaceable part. Follow these instructions to remove and replace the win­dow:

To remove the Vertical Scan Window:

1. Grasp the platter as shown in
scanner.

Figure 3-3 and gently lift it from the

. Clean the exterior sur-

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Vertical Bezel

Obstruction

(Models vary)

a

b

OR

Figure 3-3. Platter Removal

2. If the top edge of the platter is blocked, you may find it easier to

Use caution to avoid damage to the now exposed horizontal and vertical
scan windows. If cleaning of these windows is necessary, use a nonabrasive,
mild, water-based glass cleaner and paper towels or lint-free cleaning tis­sues and take care to avoid scratching these windows (damage to the win-

NOTE

Product Reference Guide 3-13

dows can degrade scanning performance).

grasp the platter vertical bezel as shown in

Figure 3-3b.

3. The vertical scan window is held in place by two tabs each on its
top and bottom edges. To remove it, carefully push out on the top
as shown in

Figure 3-4 and lift it out. Carefully dispose of any

damaged glass.

Figure 3-4. Vertical Scan Window Removal/Replacement

Vertical Scan Window

4. Fully seat the new vertical scan window into the window channel
within its bottom retention tabs. Tilt the window in to engage the
two tabs at the top of the retainer and carefully snap the window
to secure it in place.

5. Clean both sides of the new vertical scan window using a paper
towel or lint free cleaning tissues dampened with a mild, water­based glass cleaner. DO NOT use abrasive cleaners or pads.

6. Reinstall the platter. Vertical scan window replacement is now
complete.

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Horizontal Scan Window Replacement (DLC)

Diamond-Like Coated (DLC) horizontal scan windows are replaceable.
Depending upon your model, use the appropriate instructions below.

Sapphire glass does not require replacement, so it is permanently fastened
in place. Do not attempt to remove Sapphire glass from the platter.

NOTE

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Slide-in Window Models

1. Remove the All Weighs™ Platter from the scanner as shown in

Figure 3-3.

2. Turn the platter upside down on a clean, dry surface and remove
the four screws shown in
reinstallation.

3. Once the vertical bezel is freed from the platter, the DLC window
can be slid from its channel as shown. Carefully dispose of any
damaged glass.

4. Slide a new horizontal window fully into the channel.

5. Reinstall the vertical bezel using the original four screws.

6. Clean both sides of the new horizontal window using a paper
towel or lint free cleaning tissues dampened with a mild, water­based glass cleaner. DO NOT use abrasive cleaners or pads.

7. Reinstall the platter. Slide-in horizontal window replacement is
now complete.

Figure 3-5. Removing/Replacing the Slide-in DLC Window

Figure 3-5. Retain all screws for later

Slide DLC

Vertical Bezel

Window Out

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Gasketed Models

1. Remove the All Weighs™ Platter from the scanner as shown in

Figure 3-3.

2. Turn the platter upside down on a clean, dry surface and remove

the two screws and two nuts shown in
screws and nuts for later reinstallation.

Figure 3-6a. Retain all

3. Lift the edge of the retainer shown in

Figure 3-6b and remove it

from the assembly.

4. Take note of how the gasket is seated, then gently peel it away

from the assembly as shown in

Figure 3-6c. Retain the gasket for

reinstallation.

5. The window can now be removed (see

Figure 3-6d). Carefully dis-

pose of any damaged glass.

6. While carefully holding it by its edges, tilt a new horizontal win-

dow fully into position as shown in

7. Fit the gasket into its channel as shown in

Figure 3-6d.

Figure 3-6c and press

around its entire perimeter to ensure it is fully seated.

8. Reinstall the retainer in the orientation shown in

Figure 3-6b,

aligning both holes with their studs.

9. Secure the retainer using the original two screws and two nuts as

shown in

Figure 3-6a.

10. Clean both sides of the new horizontal window using a paper

towel or lint free cleaning tissues dampened with a mild, water­based glass cleaner. DO NOT use abrasive cleaners or pads.

Reinstall the platter. Gasketed horizontal window replacement is now
complete.

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Figure 3-6. Removing/Replacing the Gasketed DLC Window

ab
cd

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Section 4

Problem Isolation

In the event of a suspected functional problem, use the troubleshooting
references provided in this section. This useful information will help you
to identify and resolve the cause of the problem.

The scanner/scale has a number of features that indicate when a scanner,
EAS deactivation system, or scale problem occurs. The unit may:

• emit a series of tones

• light the 7-segment (FRU status) display

• flash its indicator LEDs

• display error codes on the Remote Display (if installed)

Three error reporting modes are used: Power-Up Selftest, Operational
tests and Diagnostic tests. These test sequences are explained on the fol­lowing pages.

Power-Up Selftest

The Power-up Selftest is a pre-operational series of tests that must be suc­cessfully completed before the scanner indicates readiness for operation.
This pre-operational period is the time between power-up and normal
operation during which the motor comes up-to-speed and software, firm­ware and hardware are being tested. These tests ensure that all subsystems
are fully functional before turning on the Visible Laser Diode (VLD).
Refer to the
detailed description of this and other scanner and scale modes.

Section 3 subsection titled, Operational Modes for a more

Operational Tests

These are the tests that run continually during Normal Operation and
Sleep Mode. Firmware checks all subsystems, accessory connections and
the POS interface to verify everything is operating normally. If a problem
is detected at any time, a long, low tone is sounded, an error code is shown
on the 7-segment display, and operation may be halted. If you press the
Volume/Tone Push Button at that time, a series of tones will be sounded
that matches the error code displayed.

Product Reference Guide 4-1

Diagnostic Tests

See Chapter 2, Diagnostic Modes, for details about running diagnostic tests
for the scanner and/or scale. If a problem is discovered during diagnostics,
the scanner will provide feedback about the source of the problem. The
remainder of this section describes these failure indications and includes
troubleshooting flowcharts to help isolate the problem.

Diagnostic Procedures

Your Point-Of-Sale (POS) system may contain many components that
operate as a system. Since almost all scanner or scale problems are caused
by either the scanner, scale, POS terminal or communication links
between them, these troubleshooting flowcharts focus on these compo­nents. Additionally, the optional Remote Scale Display, AC/DC Power
Supply and their cables are potential problems addressed in this section.

The flowcharts provided in this section walk you through a diagnostic
process that will isolate the failed component and instruct as to the correc­tive action required. Since internal scanner and scale components cannot
be replaced by an operator or installer, most functional errors will require
the assistance of a trained
lem is caused by faulty cable, power supply or remote display, you can fix
the problem by replacing the defective component and complete the
installation.

Technical Support person. However, if the prob-

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Error Codes

When troubleshooting, always remember to check all cable connections
first before proceeding with other problem isolation steps.

If an error is detected, the scanner will sound a long low tone (for three
seconds) and alternately flash its LEDs, indicating a failure. When this
occurs, press the Volume/Tone Push button to display the error code on
the 7-segment display (refer to
scanner will also sound a series of beeps corresponding to the error code.
The table below describes what these codes mean and what action should
be taken for each.

Figure 4-1). If it is configured to do so, the

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Table 4-1. Error Codes and Corrective Action

Error
Code

0

Blinking

1 Configuration Error

Probable Cause Corrective Action

No POS interface has been selected (Null interface). See

Configuration

"Interface Type"

to select the required interface using programming

barcodes.

Chapter 6, Programming, for details about configuring the scan-

See
ner using programming barcodes.

2 Interface Board Unplug unit and call technical support personnel.

3 Motor Unplug unit and call technical support personnel.

4

5

Horizontal Laser

Vertical Laser

a

a

Call technical support personnel.

Call technical support personnel.

6 Digital Board Unplug unit and call technical support personnel.

7Scale

See the topic
fication and corrective actions.

Scale Error Reporting in this section for problem identi-

Connect the Remote Display. If necessary, replace display or cable.

8 Remote Display

Alternatively, you can disable the Remote Display using the program­ming procedures described in

Chapter 6.

Chapter 6,

9 EAS Error

No EAS communication. Check EAS cable connections. Call technical
support personnel.

A Button Module Call technical support personnel.

C Scale Calibration Proceed to scale calibration procedure.

Decimal
Point

a. If only one laser is non-functional, the scanner may continue to work (this is a configurable feature);

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3.3 V Present If not lit, call technical support personnel.

however, the 7-segment display will show the error code indicating the failed laser. If both lasers have
failed, the 7-segment display will display either a 4 or a 5, and the scanner will cease to function until
serviced. No alternate blinking of lamps will occur if only one laser has failed.

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Figure 4-1. 7-Segment LED Display

7-Segment Display

(Models

vary)

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Scale Error Reporting

Scale diagnostics uses the Remote Scale Display and the Zero Status lamp
to communicate specific scale failures. The following chart shows the
Remote Display messages, the Scale Status lamp indication, the problem
that the scale is experiencing and what action should be taken. When
troubleshooting, always remember to check all cable connections first
before proceeding with other problem isolation steps.

Table 4-2. Scale Error Reporting

Remote

Display

E _1

E__2

E__3

E__4

E__5

- 0 - Off

Scale Status

Lamp

Flash, pause, 1 blink,
long pause, repeat
sequence.

Flash, pause, 2
blinks, long pause,
repeat sequence.

Flash, pause, 3
blinks, long pause,
repeat sequence.

Flash, pause, 4
blinks, long pause,
repeat sequence.

Flash, pause, 5
blinks, long pause,
repeat sequence.

Problem

Description

Too much motion at power­up.

Calibration lost.

Scale communication lost.
Internal scanner/scale prob­lem.

Scale module failure.

Internal software fault.

Other Scale Reporting

Cannot zero at power- up or
weight remains on scale for
more than 4 minutes or
weight has not returned to
zero between POS weight
requests

a

.

Action Required

Check for stable installation. Change
scale motion filter using the labels
found in
persists, scale may require calibration.

Call technical support personnel. Re­calibrate; restart; recertify (if required).

Call technical support personnel;
report error.

Call technical support personnel;
report error.

Call technical support personnel;
report error.

- Check debris chutes.

- Verify that the weigh platter moves
freely.

- Remove item(s) from scale

- Press Scale Zero Push Button

- for more information.

- If the scale still fails to zero, recali­brate the scale.

Section 6; restart. If problem

a. This is a configurable feature.

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Flowcharts

START

YES

NO

Does

the scanner

power-up

?

YES

NO

Does

the scanner

pass Selftest

?

YES

NO

Is the

Green LED

Lit

?

YES

NO

Is the

Green LED

Lit

?

YESYES

NONO

Will the

scanner read

barcodes

reliably

?

YES

NO

Have you

checked the

power

connections

?

Check these
potential problems:

- AC power cord

- AC/DC adaptor

- AC outlet

Power-up

Scanner power-up is signified by any or
all of the following:

- Facet wheel shows movement

- Lasers turn on

- Status LED(s) turn on

- Speaker sounds tone(s)

- Remote display shows message

- A single red dot is visible on the 7­ segment display

Selftest Failure

If the scanner fails its Selftest, the
following takes place:

- Speaker sounds a tone at the lowest
value for approx. 3 seconds.

- Green and Yellow LEDs flash on and off
alternately.

- 7-segment display shows a code (1 to
C) to indicate the failure.

Consult the Selftest flowchart if you're

u

nsure the unit has passed Selftest.

Flashing Green LED

If the Green LED is flashing slowly, the
scanner is most likely in Sleep Mode.

Press and release the Volume/Tone
Push Button or wave your hand in front
of the vertical window to "wake-up" the
scanner.
A flashing Green LED can also mean
the scanner has been disabled by the
POS terminal. To exit this mode, cycle
power or have the termina

l re-enable the

scanner.

For units using an AC/DC adapter, verify that...

1. AC power cord is connected to a functional AC outlet.

2. IEC connectors are firmly connected.

3. DC power cord is firmly connected to scanner.

If your unit is a model which receives Power Off the
Terminal POT), verify that the I/F cable is securely
connected at both ends.

Magellan

Power
Supply

Go to Selftest
flowchart

Go to EAS
system flowchart

Go to Poor/No
Reading flowchart

YES

Does the

scale weigh

correctly

?

Does the

EAS Antenna

deactivate

tags

?

Go to Scale
flowchart

Ensure the Green LED is
enabled via pro­gramming bar codes.

Call Tech Support

Other Problems?

Call Tech Support

(Models vary)

The problem isolation flowcharts on the following pages allow you to
identify and troubleshoot problems with your system.

Figure 4-2. Problem Isolation: Start

Product Reference Guide 4-7

Call Tech Support

Call Tech Support

Error code 4. indicates a failed
horizontal VLDM (laser) assembly,
while 5. indicates a failed vertical
VLDM. If configured to do so1, the
scanner will remain operational
with only one of these lasers until
the unit can be serviced. If both
lasers have failed, the unit will no
longer function.

1

Refer to the feature Laser Failure

Mode in Section 6.

NO

YES

Does the

7-segment

display show

2. or 3.
?

NO

YES

Does the

7-segment

display show

4. or 5.
?

NO

NO

YES

Does the

7-segment

display show

7 or A.

?

NO

YES

Does the

7-segment

display show

8.
?

Does the

7-segment

display show

9.
?

Go to Remote Display
flowchart

Go to Scale flowchart

Unit passes Selftest

YES

YES

NO

Does the

7-segment

display show

0
?

YES YES

NO

NO

Does the

7-segment

display show

1.
?

Does the

7-segment

display show

1.
?

SELFTEST

START

No interface selected
(Null Interface).
Select an interface.

Scan the Factory
Defaults bar code in
Section 6 to enable the
default configuration
file. Restart the unit.

Does the

7-segment

display show

C.

?

For this error, the Remote Display
may also show -0- or an error (E__#).

Go to EAS
system flowchart

Figure 4-3. Problem Isolation: Selftest

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DONE

DONE

POOR/NO READING

START

Have you verified that

all scan windows are clean

and scratch-free?

YES

NO

Does the
scanner read
the bar code

satisfactorily

?

Verify programmable
parameters using the
information and programming
bar codes provided in Section

6. Check bar code symbology
options and other configurable
features.

Reset the scanner by
holding down the
Volume/Tone Push Button
for 8 seconds.

Troubleshoot
the host or call
Tech Support.

YES

NO

Does the
scanner pass

the data to

the POS

?

YES

NO

Does the

scanner read

satisfactorily

?

YES

NO

Does the

scanner read

satisfactorily

?

Enter Scanner Diagnostic Mode by
holding the Volume/Tone Push
Button for 4 seconds (until first 3,
and then 6 rapid tones are sounded)
then release. Scan a known-good
bar code.

A good read is
signified by one
flash of the Green
LED and a single
beep

1

.

If unexpected data
is being sent from
the host to the
scanner, consider
enabling the
programmable
feature Ignore Host
Commands to
debug the system.

Before proceeding, verify that
bar code samples presented
to scanner are of good quality
and a symbology the scanner
can read.

Green and Yellow LEDs and beeper indications are configurable
features. Behavior may vary from that described here.

1

Call Tech Support

Go to No Transmit to
POS flowchart

Figure 4-4. Problem Isolation: Poor/No Reading

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Figure 4-5. Problem Isolation: No Transmit to POS

DONE

DONE

NO TRANSMIT TO POS

START

Verify programmable
parameters using the
information and programming
bar codes provided in Section

6. Check interface and I/F
options, inactive symbologies
and other configurable
features.

Troubleshoot
the host or call
Tech Support.

YES

NO

Does the

scanner read

satisfactorily

?

Check the interface (I/F)
cable connections. If
possible, retest the
system using a known­good I/F cable.

YES

NO

Does the

scanner pass

the data to

the POS

?

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Figure 4-6. Problem Isolation: Scale

SCALE START

View the Remote
Display and/or the
Yellow scale status LED
for the scale error code.
Reference the topic,
Scale Error Reporting in
Section 4 for more
information.

-0-

shown on

RemoteDisplay/

Yellow
LED off

NO

E__1

shown on

Remote Display/

Yellow LED

Flash once

NO

E__2

shown on

Remote Display/

Yellow LED
Flash twice

NO

E__3

shown on

RemoteDisplay/

Yellow LED Flash

3 times

NO

YES

?

?

?

For this error, the 7-segment
display may also show a 'C'.

?

YES

YES

YES

If this is a new installation,
make sure any foam packing
pieces have been removed
from the scale cavity before
proceeding. Lift off the platter
to verify, then set the platter
back into position.

DONE

- Check for debris under platter.

- Verify that the weigh platter
moves freely.

- Remove item(s) from scale.

- Press Scale Zero Button

- If the scale still fails to zero,
recalibrate the scale.

Problem is too much
motion at power-up.
Correct excess vibration
in counter if possible.

Problem is calibration
lost. Recalibrate the scale
using the procedures in
Section 5.

Problem is scale
communication lost.
Verify cable connections
to/from the scale.

YES

Is

problem

fixed

?

Increase the scale
motion filter setting by

1. Reference Section 6
for more information.

NO

Is

problem

fixed

?

NO

Will the

scale

calibrate

?

Is

problem

fixed

?

NO

Call Tech Support

YES

NO

YES

Is the

motion filter

at its maximum

setting

?

NO

DONE

YES

DONE

YES

DONE

E__4 shown on Remote
Display/Yellow LED Flash
4 times. Problem is Scale
Load Cell failure.

Call Tech Support

Figure 4-7

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Figure 4-8. Problem Isolation: Remote Display

Call Tech Support

DONE

DONE

REMOTE DISPLAY

START

YES

YES

YES

YES

NO

NO

NO

NO

Is the

unit configured

for a Remote

Display

?

Is the

problem

fixed

?

Is the

problem

fixed

?

Is the

problem

fixed

?

Replace the
Remote Display

Use the programming bar
codes in Section 6 to
enable operation using a
Remote Display.

Verify that the Remote
Display cable is securely
attached to the external
Remote Display port and
reset the scanner.

Scanner-scale models that include
a Remote Display when shipped
from the factory, are configured
for use with the display. If you're
unsure of the settings for your
unit, contact Tech Support.

Re-connect using a
known-good Remote
Display. Reset the
scanner and retest.

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Figure 4-1. Problem Isolation: EAS System

DONE

DONE

NO EAS DEACTIVATION

START

Verify programmable
parameters using the
information and programming
barcodes provided in Chapter

6. Check EAS options, and
other configurable features.

Call Tech Support.

YES

YES

NO

NO

Does the

EAS Antenna

deactivate

labels

?

Does the

EAS Antenna

deactivate

labels

?

Check all EAS
cable connections.

If possible, retest the
system substituting
known-good EAS cable
and/or controller box.

YES

NO

Does the

EAS Antenna

deactivate

labels

?

Ensure operator has been
trained in proper EAS system
use (reference Chapter 3).

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NOTES

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Section 5

LEGAL NOTE

Calibration

A number of situations require the scale to be calibrated. They are:

Follow the procedures on the following pages to ensure that the scanner/
scale will meet Weights and Measurement requirements.

Certification of the scanner/scale’s weighing apparatus is subject to
Federal, State and Local Weights and Measures statutes and is
restricted to authorized government agencies and/or duly registered
agents thereof. Anytime a scale is calibrated, it should be properly
sealed with a lead and wire or paper seal before being placed into ser­vice.

It is your responsibility to check with the appropriate authorities in your
area to ensure compliance with pertinent regulations before removing
any official seals or placing a newly calibrated scanner/scale into ser­vice.

• at initial installation of the scanner/scale

• if the scale cannot be re-zeroed

• if you change the weight measure from pounds to kilograms or
vice-versa

• if diagnostics indicate a calibration error

• the weigh module has been replaced

Product Reference Guide 5-1

Description of Calibration Sequence

The Calibration Sequence sets the scale to an accurate reference point for
weighing. This process involves the use of a Field Standard Weight Set
(31.5-pounds) for calibration in pounds, (18.5-kilograms) for Metric.
Once calibration has been successfully completed, the scanner/scale uses
the certified weight as a reference for subsequent weighing activities.

These verification procedures follow the U.S. National Institute of Stan-
dards and Technology 44 Handbook guidelines for bench/counter scale
installations.

If any of these tests fail to meet the required weight indications, you must
calibrate the scanner/scale. Refer to the calibration procedures in this sec­tion for the proper procedures.

You may be required by state and/or local regulations to have procedures
other than these performed by a certified technician or verification offi­cial.

Access to the calibration switch should be restricted with a paper or a wire
and lead seal after the calibration has been performed if required by your
local regulatory agency.

The Calibration Sequence must be performed without removing the scanner/
scale from its installed position.

NOTE

The following tools and supplies will be required to perform the calibra­tion process:

• 31.5 pound Field Standard Weight Set

1

.

(English calibration only).

• 18.5 kilogram Field Standard Weight Set
(Metric calibration only).

• Lead/Wire or Paper Seal (as required by law).

1. NOTE: Throughout the calibration procedures, specified weights may be achieved by using a com-

bination of weights from this set. eg. 20 lbs may be made up of one 10.00 lb. weight and two 5.00
lb. weights.

2. NOTE: Throughout the calibration procedures, specific weights may be achieved by using a com-

bination of weights from this set. eg. 10 kgs. may be made up of one 5.00 kg. and five 1.00 kg.
weights.

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