Datalogic PowerScan RF User Manual

PowerScan® RF

Systems Manual

Datalogic Scanning, Inc.

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This product may be covered by one or more of the following patents: 4603262 • 4639606 • 4652750 • 4672215 • 4699447 • 4709369 • 4749879

• 4786798 • 4792666 • 4794240 • 4798943 • 4799164 • 4820911 • 4845349 • 4861972 • 4861973 • 4866257 • 4868836 • 4879456 • 4939355 •
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Table of Contents

Introduction ....................................................................................................................1

About This Manual................................................................................................1

References ..........................................................................................................1

Product Description ..............................................................................................2

Laser Cautions ..........................................................................................................4

Radio Frequency Interference ......................................................................................5

Quick Start Instructions ....................................................................................................6

Unpacking and Inspecting the Base Station ..............................................................6

Installation Procedures..........................................................................................6

Installing the Battery .................................................................................................7

Verifying Scanner Operation ........................................................................................8

Connecting the Base Station to the Host Terminal ..........................................................8

Linking the Scanner to a Base Station ........................................................................10

Verifying Scanner-to-Base Station Communications ................................................11

Using the PowerScan RF System ......................................................................................11

Battery Charging and Maintenance .............................................................................12

Tips for Extending Battery Life .............................................................................13

Disposing of Batteries .........................................................................................13

Four Station Charger ..........................................................................................13

How to Scan ...........................................................................................................15

Depth of Field ....................................................................................................16

Active Symbologies.............................................................................................20

Enhanced Scanning for Hard-to-Read Bar Codes.....................................................20

LED and Beeper Indications ......................................................................................21

Maximizing Signal Range ..........................................................................................25

Three-Position Lock ............................................................................................26

Mounting the Base Station ..............................................................................................27

RF Programmable Features .............................................................................................31

Horizontal (Table or Countertop) Mounting............................................................. 27

Vertical (Wall) Mounting......................................................................................29

Post or Forklift Mounting .....................................................................................30

Programming Overview.......................................................................................32

What Is Programming Mode? ...............................................................................33

The Programming Session ...................................................................................34

Programming Sequence ......................................................................................36

Scanner vs. Base Station Features........................................................................38

Return to Factory Settings ........................................................................................39

Interface (I/F) Selection...................................................................................... 40

Universal Wedge Terminal Selection...................................................................... 43

Terminal/Keyboard Settings.................................................................................43

Universal Wedge Number Pad ..............................................................................44

RF Beeper Settings.............................................................................................45

RF When to Beep................................................................................................46

RF When to Beep Options (continued) ...................................................................47

Radio Transmit Power .........................................................................................51

RF Channel Selection ..........................................................................................52

Transmission Retries Before Message Time-out ......................................................54

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Wait Time for ACK ..............................................................................................57

Wait Time For Scanner Power Shutdown................................................................58

Wait Time Between Retries of Failed Transmission ..................................................59

HACK Transmit Options .......................................................................................61

Wait Time For HACK From Host ............................................................................63

Drop Links on Reset Option..................................................................................64

Drop Oldest Links Option.....................................................................................65

Common Configuration........................................................................................66

Set Maximum Linked Scanners.............................................................................68

Source-Radio Identification (ID) ...........................................................................70

Low Battery LED Indication..................................................................................72

Maintenance and Troubleshooting ....................................................................................73

Scanner Maintenance..........................................................................................73

Base Station Maintenance....................................................................................73

Four Station Charger Maintenance ........................................................................73

Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................74

If the Scanner Fails to Link with the Base Station ....................................................75

Exclusions ..............................................................................................................77

Limitations of Liability ..............................................................................................77

Assignment .............................................................................................................77

Risk of Loss ............................................................................................................77

Appendix A Sample Bar Codes...........................................................................A-1

Appendix B Number Pad....................................................................................B-1

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Introduction

About This

Manual

This systems manual provides information and instructions to connect
and configure your PowerScan
included in the manual:

• Introduction presents general information about the contents of
this manual and about the system.

• Quick Start Instructions provide easy to follow procedures for
installing your system quickly.

• Using the PowerScan RF System provides details about scanning
basics, system controls and indicators.

• Mounting the Base Station demonstrates ways to securely attach
the Base Station to various work surfaces.

• RF Programmable Features is a set of procedures detailing sys-
tem configuration that is unique to the RF system.

• Maintenance and Troubleshooting provides solutions for prob-
lems that may be encountered during installation and use of
the system.

• Standard Warranty is a statement describing the warranty pol-
icy covering the system.

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RF system. The following sections are

References Other manuals are available for this product. Printed copies can be

ordered through your distributor. Some manuals can be downloaded at
our website address listed on the back cover of this manual. Read the
terms of use and instructions at the site to download, save, view or
print the most current manual(s) from the internet.

Configurator Express™ On-Screen Programming offers a convenient way
to program your scanner using your PC. Information about ordering a
kit (includes software, adapter and cable) for your RF scanner can also
be accessed from our website (see the back cover of this manual).

Systems Manual 1

Product

Description

The PowerScan® RF scanner is designed for durability, with high
impact-resistant material and protective rubber cushioning at every
point of impact, and it also provides the unleashed freedom of Radio
Frequency (RF) communication with your host system. Scanner and
Base Station nomenclature and labeling are shown in Figure 1 and
Figure 2 below.

Figure 1. Scanner Labels and Nomenclature

2

MODEL:

1

CLASS No.
SERIAL No.
MFG. DATE:
FREQ:

COVERED
BY ONE OR MORE OF THE
FOLLOWING PATENTS:

4,387,297 • 4,409,470 • 4,460,120
4,593,186 • 4,652,750 • 4,673,8 05
4,736,095 • 4,816,660 • 4,845,350
4,861,972 • 4,866,257 • 4,879,456
5,179,270 • 5,180,904 • 5,237,161
5,247,161 • 5,247,162 • 5,258,604
5,260,554 • 5,298,728 • 5,311,000
5,330,370 • 5,468,949 • 5,475,206
5,481,098

RF

Complies with 21CFR 1040 and part 15 of
FCC Rules. Applicable patents are listed
on label inside unit.

CUS

LISTED

NWGQ 2Z78

CAUTION—LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.

Other patents pending

LASER RADIATION-DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM

1mw - 650-685nm CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT

Based on 100 sec., EN60825-1/A11:1996

ACN

073200496

XXXXX

3

6

1. Trigger 4. Tether Hook

2. Scan Window 5. Yellow LED

3. Green LED 6. Battery

4

5

Figure 1 and Figure 2 show label placement ONLY.
For actual regulatory, patent and other applicable
information, view the labels on the product itself, or

NOTE

call your nearest sales or service representative.

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Figure 2. Base Station Labels and Nomenclature

ACN

N263

CUS

LISTED

NWGQ 2Z78

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference.

2. This device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.

Applicable patents are listed on label inside handheld unit.

Product of USA

MODEL: PowerScan RF Base Station
CLASS No.
SERIAL No.
FREQ:

12

2

3

5

4

1

6

BASE ID

TX/RX

CHARGE

POWER

14

7

8

13

9

10

b

a

11

1. Antenna 8. Interface (I/F) Connector

2. Transmit/Receive

9. Cable Retainer

(TX/RX)/ Diagnostics LED

3. Charge LED 10 Power Connector

4. Power LED 11. Power Supply - (a) AC Adapter or
(b) Forklift DC Converter

5. Base ID Bar Code 12. Interface (I/F) Cable

6. Charging Pins 13. Mounting Key Slots (3)

7. 3-Position Lock 14. Mounting Flanges (4)

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Laser Cautions

The PowerScan RF bar code scanner is certified in the U.S. to conform
to the requirements of DHHS/CDRH 21CFR Subchapter J for Class II laser
products (SR and LR) and Class IIIa (XLR). Class II and IIIa products are
not considered to be hazardous. The scanner contains a Visible Laser
Diode (VLD) at a wavelength of 650-670 nanometers and is designed so
that there can be no human access to harmful levels of laser light dur­ing normal operation, user maintenance, or during prescribed service
operations.

In the unlikely event that a bright laser spot is expe­rienced rather than a scan line, do not stare into the
beam or attempt to repair the unit. Discontinue
operation and return the unit to your dealer. Note

CAUTION

CAUTION

that when using Marker Beam Mode, a single aim­ing dot is projected momentarily preceding a scan
line and is not considered a malfunction.

Do not open or otherwise service any components
in the optics cavity. Opening or servicing any part
of the optics cavity by unauthorized personnel may
violate laser safety regulations. The optics system
is a factory only repair item.

The PowerScan
in conjunction with the Datalogic Base Station,
Model: PowerScan RF Base Station.

NOTE

®

RF scanner is required to be used

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RF Scanner

Radio Frequency Interference

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.

This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-

003 du Canada.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits

for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with these instructions, may cause harmful interfer­ence to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the fol­lowing measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different

from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.

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Quick Start Instructions

Unpacking and

Inspecting the

Base Station

Installation

Procedures

After unpacking your new Base Station, check the contents of the ship­ping carton to ensure all the items you ordered are included:

• PowerScan

• Interface Cable

• Power Supply (AC Adapter or Forklift DC Converter)

• Systems Manual (this manual)

• Programming Guide

• Optional Accessories that you ordered. (The Base Station can

be purchased with or without accessory kits.)

If your package contains wrong or missing components, contact your
place of purchase. If there are damaged components, immediately file a
claim with the carrier. You may want to save your packing material in
case you need to ship the scanner at some later time.

NOTE

The basic steps below must be performed to set up the RF scanner.
Each of these steps is detailed in this section.

• Installing the Battery

• Verifying Scanner Operation

®

Scanner Base Station

Other manuals for this product are available on our
internet website. See the back cover for our internet
address.

• Connecting the Base Station to the Host Terminal

• Linking the Scanner to a Base Station

• Verifying Scanner-to-Base Station Communications

• Using the PowerScan RF System

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Installing the Battery

Orient the battery as shown in Figure 3, then push it into the scanner
until it snaps in place. To remove the battery, push in on the release tabs
on both sides of the battery’s base and pull it straight out of the scan­ner.

To assure maximum usage, batteries should always
be fully charged before their initial use. (See Battery
Charging and Maintenance on page 12.)

NOTE

Figure 3. Installing the Battery

1

1. Battery Release Tabs

1

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Verifying Scanner Operation

Once a charged battery has been installed in the scanner, scan the sam­ple bar codes in Appendix A that correspond to the symbologies your
scanner is programmed to read. If unsure how to do this, see the sec­tion on How to Scan in this manual. The system may signal with one or
a combination of indicators depending upon how the scanner and Base
Station are programmed to respond (see LED and Beeper Indications for
details). If your scanner fails to read a sample bar code of a symbology
it’s programmed to read, turn to the section titled, Maintenance and
Troubleshooting.

Connecting the Base Station to the Host Terminal

It is important that the interface (I/F) cable be con­nected to the Base Station prior to applying power
to the system. This is because the interface type
(RS-232, IBM, Keyboard Wedge, etc.) is selected by

NOTE

1. Connect the I/F cable to the Base Station (see Figure 4A). The
I/F cable is inserted into the connector and the cable retainer
clip is rotated over the cable overmold until the retainer snaps
in place (see Figure 4B). To disconnect the cable, push in on the
retainer (away from the catch on the plastic wall) to release it
and enable it to swing upward, allowing the cable to be pulled
free (see Figure 4C).

the Base Station subject to the I/F cable it is con­nected to at the time of power-up.

Figure 4. Connecting/Disconnecting the Interface (I/F) Cable

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2. Consult your Host Terminal manual to determine the required

communication parameters for the Host Terminal (e.g., baud
rate, parity, etc.) and, if necessary, modify the programmed
parameters to be compatible with those requirements. Scanner
and Base Station programming is performed using one of the
following:

- Configurator Express™ Programming Software

- PowerScan

®

Bar Code Scanner Programming Guide

See References for more information about how to
obtain software and manuals for this product.

NOTE

The Host Terminal manual should also be consulted
as to whether power must be turned off before con­necting peripheral devices. Ensure that the correct
procedure is followed to avoid damage to equip-

CAUTION

ment or interruption of system functions.

3. Connect the I/F cable to the proper port on the Host Terminal

(check your Host Terminal manual to determine hardware
requirements).

4. Connect the AC Adapter's power cord at the Base Station and

plug the AC/DC adapter in at the wall outlet (see Figure 5).
The Base Station’s POWER LED should be illuminated when
the unit is properly connected to power.

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Figure 5. Connecting Power to the Base Station

5. Apply power to the Host Terminal.

6. Verify communication with the Host Terminal by aiming the
linked scanner at a sample bar code from Appendix A, and
pulling the trigger (see How to Scan for tips about scanning bar
codes). Confirm that the scanner/Base Station sent the data to
the host terminal. If not, see the section, Maintenance and Trou-
bleshooting. Once all communications are verified, the system is
ready for use.

Linking the Scanner to a Base Station

To link a scanner to a Base Station, simply scan the Base Station ID bar
code located on the top of the desired Base Station (see Figure 2). As the
scanner searches for the Base Station, a short beep is heard as it seeks
for the correct channel. When the Base Station responds to the request,
the scanner’s beeper will either sound a "Link Granted," or "Link
Denied" signal (see the section, LED and Beeper Indications for more
information).

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The existing Base Station system configuration can be automatically
downloaded to the scanner. This automatic download feature is config­urable and can be disabled. See the section, Common Configuration for
more information about this feature. If downloading occurs, a slight
delay with link verification announcement will occur.

Since a new/replacement scanner may have been
shipped with a custom configuration or may have
been modified with other special programming, it
may not be desirable to download a potentially
older configuration from an existing Base Station.
In this case, reference the RF Programmable Fea-

CAUTION

tures section of this manual, or the Configurator
Express

consider uploading the scanner’s newer configura­tion to the Base Station prior to linking.

™ On Screen Programming Software and

Verifying

Scanner-to-Base

Station

Communications

Point the linked scanner at a sample bar code from Appendix A, and
pull the trigger (see How to Scan for tips on scanning bar codes). Watch
the TX/RX (transmit/receive) indicator LED on the Base Station and/
or scanner green LED while scanning the bar code. The LEDs should
flash momentarily as the two devices communicate. If no communica­tion is indicated, see the section titled, If the Scanner Fails to Link with the
Base Station.

When the scanner is programmed to do so, communication can also be
indicated by a second "acknowledgement" tone
"good read" tone. If a transmission error beep (warble) is heard follow­ing a "good read" tone instead of the single acknowledgement tone,
communication between the devices may have failed
tions Using the PowerScan RF System, and Maintenance and Troubleshoot-
ing for possible remedies, should this occur.

Using the PowerScan RF System

This section covers the following topics:

• Battery Charging and Maintenance

• How to Scan

1. See LED and Beeper Indications for more details about beeper signals.

2. Other reasons for a "warble" are that the Base Station may be configured differently than the scan-

ner, or that the system’s interface doesn’t support the symbology (bar code type) you’re trying to
scan.

1

that is sounded after a

2

. Refer to the sec-

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• LED and Beeper Indications

• Maximizing Signal Range

• Three-Position Lock

Battery Charging and Maintenance

NOTE

Seat the scanner in the Base Station as shown in Figure 6, ensuring that
the battery fully engages the station’s metal contacts. The CHARGE
LED on the Base Station should flash, indicating the battery is charg­ing.

Figure 6. Charging the Battery

When the scanner is in use, a low battery condition
is indicated by a repeated two-flash signal from the
scanner’s green LED every time the trigger is pulled
before the laser is enabled. This indicator may have
been disabled via custom programming. See LED
and Beeper Indications for more information.

Rapid flashing indicates that charging is taking place. Rapid charging
occurs when the battery temperature is between 10°C (50°F) and 46°C
(115°F), and/or voltage of the battery is between 2.0 and 3.2V. Charge
time is less than 4.2 hours. Rapid charge ends with the battery at
approximately 90 to 95% capacity. The CHARGE LED remains on
steady when trickle charging or after the charge cycle is complete.

A scanner may be charged simultaneously while
other scanners are in use with the Base Station.

NOTE

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NOTE

Batteries will not charge if their temperature is
below 0°C (30°F). If a battery that is too cold is
inserted into the Base Station, the Charge LED will
not illuminate.

Tips for

Extending

Battery Life

Disposing of

Batteries

Four Station

Charger

Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) batteries will better hold a charge if
allowed to discharge at least once a week. The chemical reactions that
correspond to charge and discharge in a rechargeable battery should
occur to obtain the maximum number of charge/discharge cycles in
the battery. If a battery is removed from the scanner and stored, it
should be fully charged when stored. Batteries will lose the ability to
hold a charge when stored for long periods of time (weeks, months, or
longer).

Batteries will typically have about 30% charge capacity when shipped.
To assure maximum usage, the battery should be fully charged before
use.

Store your battery in a cool dry place. Do not leave your battery
exposed to direct sunlight or temperatures below 0°C (30°F) and above
38°C (100°F).

There presently are no US, North America or World disposal require­ments for NiMH batteries, so when they won't hold a charge anymore,
the batteries can be disposed of, preferably through a recycling center.

If you have a Four Station Charger, batteries are inserted for charging
as shown in Figure 7. A 90% rapid charge can be achieved in only two
hours when using this optional accessory; half the time than when a
Base Station is used for charging. The LEDs at each battery station
operate the same as the CHARGE LED on the Base Station, with rapid
flashing indicating that rapid charging is taking place and on steady
during trickle charging or when the rapid charge cycle is finished.

If you insert a battery into the Four Station Charger
and no LEDs illuminate, the battery may be too
cold. Batteries must be at 0°C or higher to charge.
Do not attempt to charge cold batteries, since plac-

NOTE

ing them in the charger will curtail the charging of
other batteries already present in the unit.

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Figure 7. Using the Four Station Charger Accessory

1

2

1. Device Power LED 2. Station Charge LEDs

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How to Scan

Figure 8 illustrates some tips to help get the best scanning results:

1. The scanner must be pointed at a slight angle to the bar code.

Do not hold the scanner perpendicular to the bar code.

2. The laser beam must cross the entire bar code. The scanner

cannot correctly read if the entire bar code is not scanned.

Figure 8. Scanning Tips

1

2

1

2

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Depth of Field There are currently four different range models for the RF scanner.

Depending upon the model type of your scanner, you’ll need to hold
the unit at a given distance from the bar code to achieve optimum scan­ning results. The following diagrams provide depth of field informa­tion for each of the models when scanning grade A, Code 39 bar codes:
Standard Range (SR), High Density (HD), Long Range (LR) and Extra
Long Range (XLR).

Definition of

a "mil"

A "mil" is equal to 0.001 inches. In the context of the illustrations in this
section, a mil represents the minimum bar code element width. Thus a
5 mil bar code would have a minimum element width of 5 mils (or

0.005 inches).

NOTE

Depth of Field

Paper Labels (SR decoded model, Code 39)

5 mil

7.5 mil

10 mil

FRONT OF SCANNER

0

15 mil

12345

10

20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 160 170

Measurements are based on SR models set with the
standard 28° scan width (as opposed to the Half
Angle setting of 14°). Reference the Programming
Manual for more information about the Half Angle
feature.

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Figure 9. Depth of Field (SR)

20 mil

40 mil

55 mil

FEET

CENTIMETERS

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See the section titled, Definition of a "mil" for more
information about reading this chart. Measurements
are based on HD models set with the standard 28°
scan width (as opposed to the Half Angle setting of
14°). Reference the Programming Manual for more

NOTE

information about the Half Angle feature.

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Figure 10. Depth of Field (HD)

Depth of Field

Paper Labels (HD decoded model, Code 39)

3 mil

4 mil

FRONT OF SCANNER

5 mil

7.5 mil
10 mil

20 mil

12345678

0

5

INCHES

10 15 20

CENTIMETERS

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See the section titled, Definition of a "mil" for more
information about reading this chart. Measurements
are based on LR models set with the a 14° scan
width (as opposed to the alternate Full Angle set­ting of 28°). Reference the Programming Manual for

NOTE

more information about the Half Angle feature.

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Figure 11. Depth of Field (LR)

Depth of Field

Paper Labels (LR decoded model, Code 39)

7.5 mil

10 mil

15 mil

FRONT OF SCANNER

20 mil

40 mil

55 mil

12345

0

10

20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 160

FEET

CENTIMETERS

6789

170 180 190 200 210 220 230 240 250 260 270 280

Reflective Labels (LR decoded model, Code 39)

40 mil

FRONT OF SCANNER

102345678910 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22

55 mil

70 mil

100 mil

FEET

CENTIMETERS

6706506306105905705505305104904704504304103903703503303102902702502302101901701501301109070503010

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See the section titled, Definition of a "mil" for more
information about reading this chart. Measurements
are based on XLR models set with a 10° scan angle
width.

NOTE

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Figure 12. Depth of Field (XLR)

Depth of Field

Paper Labels (XLR decoded model, Code 39)

15 mil

FRONT OF SCANNER

20 mil

40 mil

55 mil

12345678910 11 12 13 14 15

0

FEET

CENTIMETERS

45040035030025020015010050

Reflective Labels (XLR decoded model, Code 39)

FRONT OF SCANNER

2345678910 1112 13 14 1516 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 2526 27 28 2930 31 32 33 34 35 36

40 mil

70 mil

100 mil

FEET

CENTIMETERS

1100105010009509008508007507006506005505004504003503002502001501005010

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Active

Symbologies

The active (enabled) bar code symbologies in the standard factory
defaults are:

• Code 39 (C39)

• Code 128 (C128)

• Interleaved 2 of 5 (I 2 of 5)

Your scanner should be pre-programmed with these standard factory
default settings, unless...

...it was shipped to you programmed with unique, customer con-

figuration settings.

...you or another user have made changes to scanner program-

ming.

Enhanced

Scanning for

Hard-to-Read

Bar Codes

Decoded scanners can be programmed to decode extremely poor qual­ity bar codes by activating advanced Quadralogic
select this feature, see the Programming Guide.

Scanner programming can also be performed using your PC and the
Configurator Express

NOTE

™ On-Screen Programming Kit.

Information about manuals, kits and programming
software for this product are available at our web­site. See the back cover for our web address.

™ Decoding. To

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LED and Beeper Indications

The Base Station LED indicators and the scanner’s LEDs and beeper
are used to announce system status and perform other useful signals.
The tables below list the default function of each of the various indica­tors.

NOTE

Some LED and beeper indications can be disabled
or modified via scanner programming. The tables
indicate the default behavior of the indicators, with
shaded rows representing features that are pro­grammable.

Table 1. Scanner GREEN LED Functions

LED

INDICATION

Disable
Indication

Good Read
Indication

Program Mode
Indication

Field Replace­able Unit (FRU)
Indications

Low Battery
Indication

DURATION COMMENT

100ms on, 900 ms off

500 ms on

500 ms on, 500 ms off
Continuous flashing

Varies. Consists of a long flash
followed by multiple short
flashes.

Two flashes at 100 ms on, 350
ms off.

Indicates the scanner has
been disabled.

Indicates a bar code has
been read and decoded.

Indicates the scanner is in
Programming Mode.

Enables service techni­cians to identify Field
Replaceable Unit (FRU)
errors.

Occurs at trigger pull before
the laser is enabled. Indi­cates the battery is in need
of recharging.

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Table 2. Scanner YELLOW LED Functions

LED

INDICATION

Laser on indica­tion

SPEAKER

INDICATION

Scanner Not
Currently
Linked

Good Read
Beep

DURATION COMMENT

On Steady

The yellow LED illuminates
whenever the laser is on.

Table 3. Scanner BEEPER Functions

DURATION COMMENT

Six beeps consisting of 20 ms
on, 20 ms off

100 ms on (short)

250 ms on (medium)

500 ms on (long)

Indicates a bar code was
read before the scanner
was linked to a Base Sta­tion.

Three programmable func­tions are available. This
indicates a bar code has
been read and decoded.

A very short beep ("bip") is

Partial Read
Bip

Base Station
Acknowledge­ment Beep

20 ms on

100 ms on (short)

250 ms on (medium)

500 ms on (long)

sounded when one bar
code of a two-bar code pair
has been successfully
decoded.

Indicates a successful bar
code transmission to the
host (configurable), a suc­cessful change of channel,
or a successful transmis­sion of a new configuration
to the host.

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SPEAKER

INDICATION

Transmission
Error Beep

DURATION COMMENT

High, then low, then high, then
low.

Indicates unsuccessful
transmission to the host.

Link Beep

Unlink Beep

Field Replace­able Unit (FRU)
Indications

Low, then medium, then high.

High, then medium, then low.

Varies. Consists of a long tone
followed by multiple short
tones.

Indicates a scanner has
been successfully linked to
a base station.

Indicates a scanner has
been successfully unlinked
from a base station.

Enables service techni­cians to identify Field
Replaceable Unit (FRU)
errors.

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Table 4. Base Station LED Functions

LED

INDICATION

TX/RX (Trans­mit/Receive)

Charge
(Battery)

DURATION COMMENT

Lit for variable time

Continuous rapid
flashing at power-up

Varies. Consists of a long flash
followed by multiple short
flashes.

Continuous flashing

Lit Constantly

a

Indicates communications
activity to or from the Base
Station.

Indicates a broken radio.

Enables service techni­cians to identify Field
Replaceable Unit (FRU)
errors.

When a scanner is nested
in the station, this indicates
its battery is being quick
charged.

When a scanner is nested
in the station, this indicates
its battery is at or near full
charge.

A scanner is not present or
incorrectly inserted into the

Not Lit

Power

a. The LED remains on while the unit is actively processing code which

requires a TX/RX to occur. The duration of the LED is dependent upon
the length of the message.

Lit Constantly

station. It can also mean
the battery is below 0°C
(too cold for charge)

Indicates that power is on.

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Maximizing Signal Range

Here are a few tips about how you can optimize your system installa­tion to allow the scanner greater roving distance from its linked Base
Station while maintaining clear communication between the devices.

• Minimize obstructions between the scanner and its Base Sta-

• Never place or install the Base Station in a metal-lined area or

• Position the Base Station and experiment at various elevations,

• Ensure that programmable features are set to maximize radio

• Consider using a Four Station Charger accessory to charge bat-

tion. While the system is capable of communicating through
walls, a clean line of sight will always increase the scanner’s
signal range from the Base Station.

enclosure, or near large metal objects.

orientations, etc. to achieve better communications between
devices. The system usually works best at heights of one meter
or more off the ground. Usually the scanner and Base Station
work optimally when operating at about the same height.

transmission. For example, if the feature Radio Transmit Power
is set to low, set it to high. Selecting a different channel using
the options under RF Channel Selection might also help. See the
section titled, RF Programmable Features, for more information
about these features.

teries as opposed to using the Base Station for this function. It
offers faster charging (about half the time to a 90% charge as
Base Station charging).

Systems Manual 25

Three-Position

Lock

The Base Station is equipped with a three-position lock to allow a scan­ner to be secured in the Base Station in horizontal, vertical, and forklift
installations.

Figure 13. Using the Three-Position Lock

1

2

3

1. Top position:
Vertical Forklift Mount Lock

2. Middle position:
Vertical (Wall) Mount Lock

3. Bottom position:
Unlocked

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Mounting the Base Station

The Base Station can be secured to varying surfaces to ensure a perma­nent, stable installation. Several options are available.

Horizontal (Table or Countertop) Mounting

Using Key

Slots

Refer to Figure 14 and follow these steps:

1. Once you have identified the desired area for permanent Base
Station installation, use the mounting template included with
this manual to mark the position of its "key slot" mounting
screws.

2. Install three #8 x 1" (4.1mm x 25.4mm) pan head, self-tapping
screws in the marked positions until completely threaded into
the mounting surface, then back the screws off two to three full
turns.

3. Ensure that power and interface cables are securely connected
and routed in the channels provided in the bottom of the Base
Station.

4. Align the Base Station key slots (wide end) with the screws,
then slide the Base Station to position the screws in the smaller
ends of the key slots. Adjust the height of the mounting screws
if needed for a secure fit. The Base Station is now secured to the
table or countertop.

Figure 14. Mounting Using Key Slots

2

1

E ID

S

A

B

X

TX/R

E

G

R

A

H

R

C

E

W

O

P

1. Key Slots 2.

#8 x 1" (4.1mm x 25.4mm) Pan
Head Screw

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Using

Mounting

Flanges

Refer to Figure 15a and follow these steps:

1. Once you have identified the desired area for permanent Base
Station installation, hold the unit in place and mark the posi­tion of screws using the "mounting flanges."

2. Start and remove four screws (provided) at the marked posi­tions in the mounting surface.

3. Ensure that power and interface cables are securely connected
and routed in the channels provided in the bottom of the Base
Station.

4. Secure the Base Station to the surface by installing the four
screws into the mounting flanges. Base Station attachment is
now complete.

Figure 15. Mounting Using Flanges or Two-sided Tape

2

3

BASE ID

TX/RX

CHARGE

POWER

4

1

ab

1. Mounting Flanges (4) 3. Two-sided Tape Strips

2. 4 Screws (provided) 4. Backing

Mounting
Using Two­Sided Tape

You can also affix the Base Station to a surface using the two-sided tape
strips provided with the unit. Simply remove the backing from one
side of the strips and apply them to the bottom of the Base Station as
shown in Figure 15b. Remove the remaining backing from the tape,
then position and firmly press the unit against a smooth, clean surface
in the orientation desired.

Vertical (Wall)

Mounting

The Base Station can be mounted vertically using the same methods as
horizontal mounting (see previous section):

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• Using Key Slots

• Using Mounting Flanges

• Mounting Using Two-Sided Tape

1

1. Since mounting using this method offers less secure attachment, verify that your tape installation
is robust enough for your application.

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Post or Forklift

Mounting

To secure the Base Station to a post or forklift frame, refer to Figure 16
and follow these steps:

1. Verify that the desired mounting area offers sufficient space for
safe forklift operation and will not present a hazard for opera­tors or potentially damage the mounted device(s).

2. Ensure that power and interface cables are securely connected
and routed in the channels provided in the back of the Base
Station.

3. Using tie-wraps or a similar strapping material, secure the
Base Station (through the mounting flanges) to a post or frame.
Tighten and adjust as needed to assure a secure installation.

Figure 16. Post or Forklift Mounting

1

1. Tie Wraps

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RF Programmable Features

Use the special programming bar codes contained in this section to set
features that are unique to RF models of PowerScan
ners. To program other features that are common to all models, use one
of the following:

- Configurator Express™ On-Screen Programming Kit

- PowerScan

NOTE

Programming features included in this manual are:

• Return to Factory Settings

• Interface (I/F) Selection

• RF Beeper Settings

• Radio Transmit Power

• RF Channel Selection

• Transmission Retries Before Message Time-out

• Wait Time for ACK

• Wait Time For Scanner Power Shutdown

®

Programming Guide

See References on page 1 for more information
about how to obtain kits, software and manuals for
this product.

®

bar code scan-

• Wait Time Between Retries of Failed Transmission

• HACK Transmit Options

• Wait Time For HACK From Host

• Drop Links on Reset Option

• Drop Oldest Links Option

• Common Configuration

• Set Maximum Linked Scanners

• Source-Radio Identification (ID)

• Low Battery LED Indication

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Programming

Overview

The RF system's programmable feature settings can be modified to
accommodate your unique requirements. Listed below are the various
methods to configure scanner and Base Station units:

Base Stations and the scanners linked to them must
possess compatible configuration files.

NOTE

Scanner

1. The Base Station’s configuration files can be automatically
downloaded to the scanner at the time of linking. See the sec­tions, Linking the Scanner to a Base Station and Common Configu-
ration for more details.

2. The easiest, most comprehensive way to program the scanner
is to use the Configurator Express™ On-Screen Programming
Kit. See References for more information about this product.

3. The scanner can be configured using special programming bar
codes like those contained in this section. For the most part, the
programming instructions and bar codes on the following

pages address this method of scanner configuration.

If you program the scanner using any of the
methods above, the scanner will store the changes
until reprogrammed or returned to factory defaults.

NOTE

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Base Station

Base Station configuration is primarily performed by first program­ming a scanner with the desired options, then downloading the config­uration to the Base Station from that scanner.

Verify that the scanner and Base Station host inter­face types (RS-232, Keyboard Wedge, etc.) are
matched before attempting to download any config­uration files or perform any custom programming

CAUTION

Use the bar code below to overwrite a Base Station’s configuration file.

CAUTION

sessions. Go to Interface (I/F) selection on page x
and set the scanner to the Base Station’s I/F type.

After the Base Station receives the entire configura­tion, it will drop all links to scanners other than the
scanner transmitting the new configuration. This
will require the user to relink all other scanners (see
Linking the Scanner to a Base Station). Prior to the
time of relinking, it is advisable to consider
enabling the feature, Common Configuration,
ensuring that the Base Station will attempt to share
the new configuration with scanners as they are
linked.

Transmit Scanner

Configuration to Base

Station

What Is

Programming

Mode?

The scanner must be placed into the Programming Mode state in order
to accept programming commands. When programming using the bar
code labels in this manual, the scanner is placed in Programming Mode
by scanning the "SET" label at the top of most programming feature
pages.

While in Programming Mode, the scanner only recognizes special pro­gramming bar codes. See the section, LED and Beeper Indications for
information about scanner indications while in Programming Mode.

Systems Manual 33

The

Programming

Session

Scanner programming allows you to customize the scanner’s configu­ration to match your specific needs. A typical programming session is
conducted as follows:

1. Scan the SET bar code at the top of the page. The scanner will
emit one beep, indicating it has read the bar code and the green
LED will flash on and off slowly while the scanner remains in
Programming Mode. Normal scanning functions are disabled.

2. Scan the programming bar codes(s) to make the desired
changes. With few exceptions, the scanner will emit a triple

beep each time you scan a valid programming bar code..

Not all features are available for all interfaces. The
scanner will sound an error tone when scanning
programming bar codes for features that cannot be
used with the currently active interface. Only fea-

NOTE

NOTE

tures supported by the currently active interface
will be implemented.

If you are enabling a different interface (I/F), we sug­gest/recommend that you change the I/F designa­tion first and then proceed with other changes.
Once a bar code is scanned that changes the scan­ner's I/F, all previous I/F configuration items
scanned in the programming session are lost.

3. Scan the END label at the bottom of the page to save any new
settings and exit Programming Mode. The scanner will sound
a beep and reset upon exiting Programming Mode, and the
green LED will return to its usual state (on steady or off).

The scanner will not exit Programming Mode unless the END
bar code is scanned or the scanner’s battery is removed.
Removing power during Programming Mode, before scanning
the END label, will cause all new settings to be ignored. On
power-up, the scanner will return to previous settings.

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4. Maintain a record of all changes made to ensure that you

know if the original factory settings have been changed. Use
the following table to log your custom configuration changes.

RF

Programmable

Feature

RF When to Beep Option 7

RF Beeper Volume Vol 3

RF Beeper Frequency High

RF Beep Duration 100ms

Radio Transmit Power High

RF Channel Selection Channel 5

Transmission Retries

Before Message Time-

out

Wait Time for ACK 80ms

Wait Time for Scanner

Power Shutdown

Wait Time Between

Retries of Failed Trans-

mission

Factory

Default
Setting

3 Retries

10 Seconds

90ms

Your

Setting

Comment

HACK upon

HACK Transmit Options

Wait Time for HACK

From Host

Drop Links on Reset

Option

Drop Oldest Links

Option

receipt of

scanner trans-

mission

1 Second

Disable

Enable

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Common Configuration Disable

Programming

Sequence

Set Maximum Linked

Scanners

Source-Radio Identifi-

cation (ID)

Low Battery LED Indi-

cation

8

Don’t Include

Enable

To modify a scanner feature (item), the programming bar codes con­tained in this manual must be scanned in a given sequence depending
upon the feature being programmed (as shown in Table 5). There are
three possible programming sequences:

A. Programming sample A (the most commonly used format)

demonstrates how three bar codes are scanned in sequence to
do the following:

1. Place the scanner in Programming Mode (SET bar code).

2. Scan the Item Tag

1

that will enable the new feature.

3. End the programming session and reset the scanner (END

bar code).

B. Sample B provides an example of a programming feature

requiring the entry of a range value. Like sample A, the scan­ner is placed in Programming Mode and an Item Tag

1

is
scanned. Then, a value must be entered before ending the pro­gramming session. In the example, three digits must be
scanned from the number pad in Appendix B. This type of for­mat, requiring a total of as many as six programming bar
codes, is necessary to allow flexible programming with larger
item value numeric ranges.

C. The programming sequence shown in example C requires

scanning of a single, extended length bar code. This special
programming bar code contains all the data necessary to enter

Programming Mode, set the Item Tag

1

and Item Value, and exit

Programming Mode (all in one step).

1. An “Item Tag” is a term used to describe an assigned number, which is encoded in a programming
bar code, that toggles (selects, enables, disables, etc.) a specific programming feature.

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Table 5. Programming Sequence

A

B

C

SET

1

SET

ITEM TAG ITEM VALUE END/RESET

23

ENABLE

NEW FEATURE

END

123456

0

ENABLE NEW

FEATURE

USING THE

FOLLOWING

SET END

SETTINGS...

0

8

1

ONE BAR CODE CONTAINS SET + ITEM TAG + ITEM VALUE + END

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Scanner vs.

Base Station

Features

Some programming features are specific to either the scanner (hand­held unit) or the Base Station, while others are applicable to both. Each
feature in this manual is marked with an indicator as to which unit(s) it
is applicable.

Feature is specific to scanner ONLY

Feature is specific to Base Station ONLY

Feature is applicable to scanner and Base Station.

When programming using bar codes via the scan­ner, it is important to remember that features affect­ing the Base Station WILL NOT be enabled until the
new configuration is downloaded to the Base Sta-

NOTE

tion using the feature Transmit Scanner Configura-
tion to Base Station on page 33.

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Return to Factory Settings

Scan the bar codes below in sequence to return the scanner to the
default settings configured at the factory. This label is typically used to
return the RF unit to a “known” operating state when the present pro­gramming status is not known, faulty, or suspect.

CAUTION

SET --------------------------

Feature is applicable to scanner and Base Station.

Use this bar code with caution, since it will
reset ALL features that may have been pro­grammed for that interface type since the RF
unit’s installation.

Return to Factory

Setting

END --------------------------

Transmit Scanner

Configuration to Base

Station

If you don’t have a record of your site/system’s original configuration,
you may need to contact your sale representative for assistance to
return the unit to normal function. Please be prepared to provide infor­mation about the company, location, host terminal system and other
pertinent information about the unit being repaired.

Systems Manual 39

Interface (I/F)

Selection

It is very important that the scanner and Base Station are each config­ured to operate with the same interface (I/F) type as the host terminal.

The Base Station uses a “smart” cable, which auto­matically sets the Base Station to the correct I/F
upon power-up and connection to the appropriate

NOTE

host.

SET -------------------------------------------

Enable Wand Emulation

Enable Standard

RS-232

Enable Wincor Nixdorf RS-232

Enable IBM Port 5B

Enable IBM Port 9B

Enable IBM Port 17

Enable IBM Port E

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Enable Keyboard Wedge

Type A

Enable Keyboard Wedge

Type B

Enable Keyboard Wedge

Type C

Enable Keyboard Wedge

Type D

Enable Keyboard Wedge

Type E

Enable Keyboard Wedge

Type F

Enable Keyboard Wedge

Type G

a

Enable Keyboard Wedge

Type H

Enable Keyboard Wedge

Type I

Enable Keyboard Wedge

Type J

END ------------------------------------------

a. See Table 6 for the specific interfaces supported by each of the keyboard

types listed above. See the following section Universal Wedge Terminal
Selection to enable that interface type.

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Table 6. Keyboard Wedge I/F Selection

I/F Type PCs Supported

A PC/XT w/Alternate Key Encoding

B

C PS/2 25 and 30 w/Alternate Key Encoding

D PC/XT w/Standard Key Encoding

E

F PS/2 25 and 30 w/Standard Key Encoding

G IBM 3xxx w/122 keyboard

H IBM 3xxx w/102 keyboard

I PS/55 5530T w/104 keyboard

J NEC 9801

AT, PS/2 25-286, 30-286, 50, 50Z, 60, 70, 80, 90 & 95
w/Alternate Key Encoding

AT, PS/2 25-286, 30-286, 50, 50Z, 60, 70, 80, 90 & 95
w/Standard Key Encoding

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Universal

Wedge

Terminal

Selection

To activate the Universal Wedge interface, follow these instructions:

1. Scan the START bar code.

2. Determine the I.D. of the terminal/keyboard. Refer to the Ter-
minal/Keyboard Settings section below for more information
plus a listing of the most common keyboard I.D.s.

3. Scan the Activate Universal Wedge Interface bar code.

4. Use the Universal Wedge Number Pad to scan in the digits for the
keyboard I.D. number you determined in step 2.

5. Scan the END bar code.

START----------------------------------------

Activate Universal Wedge

Interface

Scan the digit(s) representing the desired keyboard I/F type using
the Universal Wedge Number Pad, then scan the END bar code.

END ------------------------------------------

Terminal/

Keyboard

Settings

The list below contains the most common terminal/keyboard types. If
your specific system is not listed below, consult the Universal Key­board Wedge Connectivity Guide for a detailed listing of terminal/
keyboard types. A copy of the guide can be obtained from the internet
at the website listed on the back cover of this manual, or call your
dealer for customer support information.

Keyboard Terminal I.D.

High Speed PC/AT, PS2 591

PC AT, PS2 11

MAC 25

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Universal

Wedge Number

Pad

The default communication mode (factory settings) is Keyboard Wedge
of PC AT (keyboard I.D. 11). Use the codes on this page to select the
I. D. corresponding to your computer or terminal (reference the Uni­versal Keyboard Wedge Connectivity Guide for this product or call
Datalogic Customer Support).

0 →

1 →

2 →

3 →

4 →

5 →

6 →

7 →

8 →

9 →

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RF Beeper

Settings

The RF version of the scanner exhibits different beeper behavior than
standard (non-RF) models. For more information about RF beeper indi­cations, see the section, LED and Beeper Indications.

The following descriptions highlight configurable
beeper functions that are unique to RF handheld
scanners. All other beeper functions supported by

NOTE

Good Read Beep — When good read beep is enabled, this beep sounds
at the time the scanner successfully reads a bar code. Selectable settings
for the good read beep include:

• RF When to Beep

• Beeper Volume

• Good Read Beep Frequency

• Beep Duration

ACK Beep — The scanner can sound an acknowledgement (ACK)

beep to indicate when the Base Station has acknowledged to the scan­ner that is has received a successful data transmission from the scanner.
This beep is also sounded upon a successful channel change sequence
or a successful configuration transmission.

Transmission Error Beep — Another selectable indicator beep is the
transmission error beep. This beep sounds to indicate an error in trans­mission between the RF devices.

the standard version of the scanner are supported
by RF models.

Link Beep — The handheld scanner will sound a special link beep
upon successfully linking with a Base Station. This indication cannot be
disabled and is not programmable, other than that it shares the same
Beeper Volume setting as other beeper indications set using that fea­ture.

Unlink Beep — When a scanner is successfully unlinked from a Base
Station, a unique unlink beep is sounded. This beep is not programma­ble, and also sounds at the same volume set for Beeper Volume.

Systems Manual 45

RF When to

Beep

Feature is specific to scanner ONLY

Several options are available to specify how the RF handheld scanner
will beep to indicate a good read. Settings are based on the enable/dis­able status desired for three selectable beep indications:

• Good Read Beep

• Acknowledgement (ACK) Beep

• Transmission Error Beep

The available options are described and numbered in Table 7 to corre­spond with the programming bar codes provided for this feature.

These settings supersede any settings made using
the generic "When to Beep" feature listed in the
PowerScan Programming Manual.

NOTE

Table 7. RF When to Beep Options

#

0 Disabled Disabled Disabled

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

Good Read

Beep

Disabled Disabled Enabled

Disabled Enabled Disabled

Disabled Enabled Enabled

Enabled Disabled Disabled

Enabled Disabled Enabled

Enabled Enabled Disabled

Enabled Enabled Enabled

ACK Beep

Transmission Error

Beep

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RF When to

Beep Options

(continued)

SET -------------------------------------------

When to Beep

Option #0

When to Beep

Option #1

When to Beep

Option #2

When to Beep

Option #3

When to Beep

Option #4

When to Beep

Option #5

When to Beep

Option #6

When to Beep

Option #7

END ------------------------------------------

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RF Beeper

Volu me

Feature is specific to scanner ONLY

The volume at which the beeper sounds for ACK, transmission error,
link, or unlink beeps (but not the good read beep

1

) are all affected by
this setting. Select volume #1 (25% duty cycle), volume #2 (35% duty
cycle), or volume #3 (50% duty cycle).

SET -------------------------------------------

RF Beeper Volume #1

RF Beeper Volume #2

RF Beeper Volume #3

END ------------------------------------------

1. Good read beep volume is selectable via the features available in the PowerScan Programming
Manual (P/N R44-1840). See References for information about acquiring other manuals.

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RF Beeper
Frequency

Feature is specific to scanner ONLY

This setting affects the frequency at which the ACK beep is sounded,
and is independent of the frequency setting for the good read beep.
When the ACK beep is sounded at a different frequency than the good
read beep, this can provide a clearer distinction between the tones.
Select low frequency (760Hz), medium frequency (1250Hz), or high fre­quency (2400Hz).

SET -------------------------------------------

RF Beeper Low Frequency

RF Beeper Medium Frequency

RF Beeper High Frequency

END ------------------------------------------

Systems Manual 49

RF Beep
Duration

Feature is specific to scanner ONLY

The duration of time that an ACK beep is sounded is selectable using
this setting. RF beep duration can be set in increments of 10 ms (toler­ance of +/- 10%) from 0 to 2.55 seconds.

SET -------------------------------------------

Set RF Beep Duration

Scan three digits representing the desired duration using the
Number Pad in Appendix B, padded with leading zeros (example:
008 = 80ms, 025 = 250ms, 100 = 1 second, etc.), then scan the
END bar code.

END ------------------------------------------

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Radio Transmit

Power

Feature is applicable to scanner and Base Station.

Remember, programming changes to the Base Sta­tion have no effect until the new configuration is
downloaded via the feature Transmit Scanner Con-

NOTE

The power level at which the radio signal is transmitted between the
devices is selectable to be either low or high. This setting allows adjust­ment to a low setting to minimize potential radio interference caused
by communication between the devices, or provides a high setting to
increase the signal power which would enable clearer communication
over longer distances.

SET -------------------------------------------

figuration to Base Station on page 33.

Radio Transmit Power = Low

Radio Transmit Power = High

END ------------------------------------------

Systems Manual 51

RF Channel

Selection

Feature is applicable to scanner and Base Station.

Channel selection bar codes are of the type C pro­gramming sequence category (see Programming
Sequence on page 36), and do not require you to

NOTE

Radio communications between the handheld scanner and its linked
Base Station can be carried over one of ten different allowable frequen­cies (channels). Select alternate channels to improve communications
between devices in noisy RF environments.

NOTE

When a new channel is selected, the scanner sends a change-of-channel
message to the Base Station. After the Base Station has acknowledged
receipt of the message, both the scanner and the Base Station switch
their radio channels to the new channel (reference LED and Beeper Indi-
cations for information regarding scanner and Base Station acknowl­edgement signals at this point). All further communication is done on
the new channel.

scan accompanying SET or END bar codes.

Available channel frequencies will vary according to
the country/model of the scanner.

Any other scanner that happens to be linked to that
Base Station will be unable to communicate with
the Base Station until it has switched to the new
channel. To accomplish this, scan the Base ID label
with each scanner you desire to be linked to the

NOTE

Base Station. This action will automatically set each
scanner to the correct new channel.

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Select Radio Channel

Select Radio Channel

Select Radio Channel

Select Radio Channel

Select Radio Channel

Select Radio Channel

0

1

2

3

4

5

Select Radio Channel

6

Select Radio Channel

7

Select Radio Channel

8

Select Radio Channel

9

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Transmission

Retries Before

Message Time-

out

Feature is applicable to scanner and Base Station.

Remember, programming changes to the Base Sta­tion have no effect until the new configuration is
downloaded via the feature Transmit Scanner Con-

NOTE

When the scanner attempts to transmit data to the Base Station, com­munication may not always occur on the first try due to interference,
signals from other scanners in the queue, etc.. This setting defines the
number of transmission retries the scanner/Base Station will attempt
before the message gives up tryng to successfully resend/transmit the
message (times out). If the specified retry count is exceeded, the scan­ner will sound a transmission error beep (when transmission error
beep is enabled).

In a noisy RF environment, a large number of retries may allow a trans­mission to get through to the Base Station, but at the cost of increased
time-out (should the transmission fail). To maximize battery life, set
this feature to the lowest optimal number of retries.

Selectable range for this setting is 0-15 retries.

figuration to Base Station on page 33.

SET -------------------------------------------

0 Retries

1 Retry

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2 Retries

3 Retries (recommended)

4 Retries

5 Retries

6 Retries

7 Retries

8 Retries

9 Retries

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10 Retries

11 Retries

12 Retries

13 Retries

14 Retries

15 Retries

END ------------------------------------------

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Wait Time for

ACK

Feature is applicable to scanner and Base Station.

Remember, programming changes to the Base Sta­tion have no effect until the new configuration is
downloaded via the feature Transmit Scanner Con-

NOTE

This setting defines a time period allowed once the scanner has sent
data to the Base Station for that Base Station to send an acknowledge­ment (ACK) back to the scanner, signalling receipt of the data. This fea­ture is used to streamline the scanning speed of your system.

The range for this delay is 0.08 - 2.55 seconds in 10ms increments.

NOTE

figuration to Base Station on page 33.

Selecting longer values for this feature will
decrease the battery life between charges.

SET -------------------------------------------

Set Wait Time for ACK

Scan three digits representing the desired delay using the Num­ber Pad in Appendix B. Be sure the number is padded with lead­ing zeros (example: 008 = 80ms, 025 = 250ms, 100 = 1 second,
etc.), then scan the END bar code.

END ------------------------------------------

Systems Manual 57

Wait Time For

Scanner Power

Shutdown

Feature is specific to scanner ONLY

To conserve battery life, the handheld scanner can be automatically
shut down when it has not been in use for a given period. A trigger
pull or other stimulus will then be required to reactivate the scanner.
The idle duration determines how long the scanner stays on/active
after each use. Range for this feature is a setting of 1 to 120 seconds in
one-second increments. A setting of one second is recommended.

Selecting higher values for this feature will effect
the length of battery life.

NOTE

SET -------------------------------------------

Set Wait Time for Scanner

Power Shutdown

Scan three digits representing the desired delay using the Num­ber Pad in Appendix B. Be sure the number is padded with lead­ing zeros (example: 001 = 1 second, 025 = 25 seconds, 100 = 100
seconds, etc.), then scan the END bar code.

END ------------------------------------------

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Wait Time

Between

Retries of

Failed

Transmission

Feature is applicable to scanner and Base Station.

Remember, programming changes to the Base Sta­tion have no effect until the new configuration is
downloaded via the feature Transmit Scanner Con-

NOTE

In conjunction with the previous feature, TRANSMISSION RETRIES
BEFORE MESSAGE TIME-OUT, this feature defines the duration of
time the system must wait before re-trying a transmission of data
between the scanner and the Base Station. Consideration for this set­ting would be to ensure that enough time elapses between tries to
avoid encountering the source of the original transmission conflict,
while being short enough to avoid causing a substantial increase in the
time required to successfully transmit the message.

Wait range can be set from 5ms to 255ms in one-millisecond incre­ments, and is multiplied by the amount of retries selected via the fea­ture, TRANSMISSION RETRIES BEFORE MESSAGE TIME-OUT
(TRBMTO) to determine the total duration. For example if this feature
(WAIT TIME BETWEEN RETRIES OF FAILED TRANSMISSION) is
selected to be 80 ms, and TRBMTO feature is selected to be 3, the result­ing total duration between retries would be 80 x 3, or 240ms total.

figuration to Base Station on page 33.

Systems Manual 59

SET -------------------------------------------

Set Wait Time Between Retries

of Failed Transmission

Scan three digits representing the desired delay using the Num­ber Pad in Appendix B. Be sure the number is padded with lead­ing zeros (example: 005 = 5ms, 065 = 65ms, 250 = 250ms, etc.),
then scan the END bar code.

END ------------------------------------------

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HACK Transmit

Options

Feature is applicable to scanner and Base Station.

Remember, programming changes to the Base Sta­tion have no effect until the new configuration is
downloaded via the feature Transmit Scanner Con-

NOTE

A Host Acknowledgement (HACK) message is a signal sent to the
scanner via the Base Station indicating the host has received bar code
data previously transmitted by that scanner. This feature determines
when the Base Station should send the HACK to the scanner. Choices
are:

• Send HACK as soon as the Base Station receives the scanner’s
transmission. This option is recommended for installations
where multiple scanners are linked to one Base Station.

• Send HACK as soon as the Base Station completes transmis­sion to the host. This option is recommended for installations
where only a single scanner is linked to one Base Station.

figuration to Base Station on page 33.

• Send HACK after the host transitions the CTS line from inac­tive to activate (using CTS scan control). RS-232 ONLY.

• Send HACK after host returns ACK to Base Station. RS-232
with ACK/NAK turned on ONLY.

Systems Manual 61

SET -------------------------------------------

HACK upon receipt of scanner

transmission

HACK upon Base Station

transmission to the host

HACK after host transitions

CTS line (RS-232 ONLY)

HACK after host returns ACK

(RS-232 ONLY)

END ------------------------------------------

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Wait Time For

HACK From

Host

Feature is specific to scanner ONLY

This setting specifies the time the scanner must wait to receive a HACK
message back from the host before giving up and registering a trans­mission error. Selectable range for this wait time is 20ms to 5.1 seconds
in 20ms increments. It is recommended that this value be set at no less
than one second.

Host turnaround (ACK) time is variable. This item
(HACK) should be set based on settings for the fea­tures Wait Time for ACK and Transmission Retries
Before Message Time-out. For example if ACK is set

NOTE

SET -------------------------------------------

to one second and retries are set to three, HACK
should be set at three seconds.

Set Wait Time For HACK

Scan three digits representing the desired delay using the Num­ber Pad in Appendix B. Be sure the number is padded with lead­ing zeros (example: 001 = 20ms, 100 = 2 seconds, 255 = 5.1
seconds, etc.), then scan the END bar code.

END ------------------------------------------

Systems Manual 63

Drop Links on

Reset Option

Feature is specific to Base Station ONLY

Remember, programming changes to the Base Sta­tion have no effect until the new configuration is
downloaded via the feature Transmit Scanner Con-

NOTE

When enabled, this option causes the Base Station to drop its links to
any and all scanners whenever power is reset/cycled. This provides a
simple way to ensure that when reconfiguring a system, scanners do
not need to be located and individually unlinked.

SET -------------------------------------------

figuration to Base Station on page 33.

Drop all links on reset

(ENABLE)

Do not drop all links on reset

(DISABLE)

END ------------------------------------------

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Drop Oldest

Links Option

Feature is specific to Base Station ONLY

Remember, programming changes to the Base Sta­tion have no effect until the new configuration is
downloaded via the feature Transmit Scanner Con-

NOTE

This feature can be enabled to better manage the linking of new scan­ners to a multi-point system. Here’s how it works: When a new scanner
is linked to a Base Station that is already linked to its maximum
amount of scanners, an earlier-linked scanner that has been inactive for
the longest period of time will be automatically unlinked from the sys­tem to make room for the new scanner.

When this feature is disabled, scanners can be linked up to the maxi­mum number set via the programming feature, Set Maximum Linked
Scanners, or the default maximum, which is eight scanners. Attempts to
link additional scanners beyond these limits will fail.

figuration to Base Station on page 33.

SET -------------------------------------------

Drop oldest links (ENABLE)

Do not drop oldest links

(DISABLE)

END ------------------------------------------

Systems Manual 65

Common

Configuration

Feature is applicable to scanner and Base Station.

Remember, programming changes to the Base Sta­tion have no effect until the new configuration is
downloaded via the feature Transmit Scanner Con-

NOTE

When this option is enabled, the Base Station attempts to share its con­figuration with a scanner as that scanner links to the Base Station. If,
during linking, a scanner’s configuration file does not match the Base
Station’s current settings, the Base Station attempts to transmit to the
scanner and overwrite the configuration file with its own.

CAUTION

figuration to Base Station on page 33.

Since a new/replacement scanner may have been
shipped with a custom configuration or may have
been modified with other special programming, it
may not be desirable to download a potentially
older configuration from an existing Base Station.
In this case, consider uploading the scanner’s
newer configuration to the Base Station instead.

If the need is to share the scanner’s configuration files to the Base Sta­tion, use the Transmit Scanner Configuration to Base Station bar code.
Base Station on page 33.

SET -------------------------------------------

ENABLE Common

Configuration

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DISABLE Common

Configuration

END ------------------------------------------

Systems Manual 67

Set Maximum

Linked

Scanners

Feature is specific to Base Station ONLY

Remember, programming changes to the Base Sta­tion have no effect until the new configuration is
downloaded via the feature Transmit Scanner Con-

NOTE

By default, as many as eight scanners can be linked to one Base Station.
This feature allows you to further limit allowable linked scanners. Des­ignate a number of scanners that can link from one to eight.

SET -------------------------------------------

Maximum Linked Scanners = 1

figuration to Base Station on page 33.

Maximum Linked Scanners = 2

Maximum Linked Scanners = 3

Maximum Linked Scanners = 4

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Maximum Linked Scanners = 5

Maximum Linked Scanners = 6

Maximum Linked Scanners = 7

Maximum Linked Scanners = 8

END ------------------------------------------

Systems Manual 69

Source-Radio

Identification

(ID)

Feature is specific to Base Station ONLY

Remember, programming changes to the Base Sta­tion have no effect until the new configuration is
downloaded via the feature Transmit Scanner Con-

NOTE

This feature allows you to include source-radio identification1 (repre­sented by six ASCII bytes) along with bar code data transmitted to the
host. Enable this feature to identify the individual scanner sending a
given data transmission. Options for this feature are:

• Do not include source-radio ID

• Include source-radio ID as prefix

• Include source-radio ID as suffix

CAUTION

figuration to Base Station on page 33.

When included as a prefix or suffix, the source­radio ID is displayed immediately adjacent to the
bar code data. If an additional prefix or suffix is
included (e.g., other global prefix or suffixes are
included), any source-radio ID prefix or suffix
remains adjacent to (and is considered part of) the
bar code data.

1. Each scanner has been pre-configured at the factory with its own unique six-character identifica­tion (source-radio ID).

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SET -------------------------------------------

Do not include source-radio ID

Include source-radio as prefix

Include source-radio as suffix

END ------------------------------------------

Systems Manual 71

Low Battery

LED Indication

Feature is specific to scanner ONLY

If this feature is enabled and the battery power in the scanner is low,
the scanner’s green LED flashes twice every time the trigger is pulled.

SET -------------------------------------------

ENABLE Low Battery LED

Indication

DISABLE Low Battery LED

Indication

END ------------------------------------------

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Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Scanner

Maintenance

The scan window will require occasional cleaning to remove smudges,
dust and other debris. To ensure optimal performance, clean the Scan
Window using a soft cloth or lens tissue dampened with isopropyl
alcohol (or equivalent). See Figure 17. The scanner body can also be
cleaned using this method.

Figure 17. Cleaning the Scan Window

Base Station
Maintenance

Four Station

Charger

The Base Station requires no routine maintenance. If the antenna
becomes damaged, a kit is available for its replacement. Use only Data­logic replacement antenna kits, since use of other antennas can
adversely affect performance. Repair or replacement of other items
such as charging contact pins, internal components, etc. must be per­formed by an authorized repair center.

Four Station Charger battery contact replacement kits are available. See
the section, References, for information about attaining replacement kits.

Maintenance

Systems Manual 73

Troubleshooting

Troubleshoot your RF scanning system by performing the following
checks:

For the RF system, ensure that...

• the battery is charged. See Battery Charging and Maintenance on

page 12.

• the battery is properly installed. See Installing the Battery on

page 7.

• the scanner is linked to the desired Base Station. See Linking the

Scanner to a Base Station on page 10.

• the scanner is within reasonable operating range of the Base

Station, with no major obstructions between the radio units
such as thick walls or heavy machinery. (At the time of this
writing, maximum line-of-sight range is specified at 100 feet.)

• there is no local signal interference with other radio-operated

equipment. Consult RF Channel Selection on page 52 concern­ing selection of alternate channels.

• the Base Station is powered-on. You can verify the Base Sta-

tion’s AC Adapter by using a known-good AC Adapter.

• the Base Station interface cable is securely attached to the host.

Consult your technical support manager or refer to your host
system manual to identify the proper cable connection for the
scanner. If necessary, verify interface cable function by using a
known-good interface cable.

If the problem is specific to scanning, verify that...

• the bar codes you are trying to scan are of satisfactory quality.

Bar code label verifiers are available from your dealer if you
need precise reporting of label details. Bar codes that are dam­aged (wrinkled, smudged, or torn) may cause the scanner to
read poorly or not at all. If bar code quality seems to be the
problem, check to see if the scanner will read a barcode from
Appendix A.

• the programmable setting for advanced Quadralogic

ing is set optimally for your system. (See Enhanced Scanning for
Hard-to-Read Bar Codes on page 20.)

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If the Scanner

Fails to Link

with the Base

Station

Here are reasons why your scanner may not be linked with the Base
Station:

• There may be too many scanners attempting a link with the
same Base Station. A maximum of eight scanners may link
with one Base Station at a given time. Reference the section, Set
Maximum Linked Scanners for more information..

The limit imposed for linked scanners is selectable
to either: 1) disallow any new, additional scanner to
be linked beyond the set limit (this is the default), or

2) drop the link with the scanner least recently used.
Be aware that in linking additional scanners to a

CAUTION

• Links may be dropped by the Base Station if it has been reset
(power cycled). It may be necessary to relink all scanners upon
system reset. See also, Drop Links on Reset Option.

single Base Station, you may inadvertently unlink
another scanner from the Base Station.

Systems Manual 75

NOTES

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Standard Warranty

Datalogic warrants to Customer that Datalogic's products will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two years from product ship­ment.
In order to obtain service under this Warranty, Customer must notify Datalogic of the claimed defect before the expiration of the Warranty period and obtain
from Datalogic a return authorization number for return of the product to designated Datalogic service center. If Datalogic determines Customer’s claim is
valid, Datalogic will repair or replace product without additional charge for parts and labor. Customer shall be responsible for packaging and shipping the
product to the designated Datalogic service center, with shipping charges prepaid. Datalogic shall pay for the return of the product to Customer if the ship­ment is to a location within the country in which the Datalogic service center is located. Customer shall be responsible for paying all shipping charges, duties,
taxes, and any other charges for products returned to any other locations.
Warranty is subject to the limitations and exclusions set forth below. Warranty set forth above is in lieu of any other warranties, expressed or implied, including
merchantability and fitness.

Exclusions

Warranty coverage shall not apply to any claimed defect, failure or damage which Datalogic determines was caused by: improper use of product; failure to
provide product maintenance, including but not limited to cleaning of the scan windows in accordance with product manual; installation or service of product
by other than Datalogic representatives; use of product with any other instrument, equipment or apparatus; modification or alteration of product. External
cables and replacement of scan windows due to scratching, stains or other degradation will not be covered under the Warranty. Products returned for service
must be accompanied by the original external power supplies for performance of service.

Limitations of Liability

Datalogic repair or replacement of defective product as set forth above is the customer's sole and exclusive remedy on account of claims of breach of war­ranty or product defect. Under no circumstances will Datalogic be liable to customer or any third party for any lost profits, or any incidental, consequential indi­rect, special or contingent damages regardless of whether Datalogic had advance notice of the possibility of such damages.

Assignment

Customer may not assign or otherwise transfer its rights or obligations under Warranty except to a purchaser or transferee of product. No attempted assign­ment or transfer in violation of this provision shall be valid or binding upon Datalogic.

Risk of Loss

Customer shall bear risk of loss or damage for product in transit to Datalogic. Datalogic shall assume risk of loss or damage for product in Datalogic’s posses­sion or product being returned to Customer by Datalogic, except such loss or damage as may be caused by the negligence of Customer, its agents or employ­ees. In the absence of specific written instructions for the return of product to Customer, Datalogic will select the carrier, but Datalogic shall not thereby
assume any liability in connection with the return shipment.

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Appendix A
Sample Bar Codes

Use these test bar codes to check the scanner’s ability to read the vari­ous symbologies represented.

Code 128

Code 39

Interleaved 2 of 5

Code 128 . Tes t

CODE 3 9 .TEST

0123456789

Standard 2 of 5

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0

Codabar

A$99 . 95A

Code 93

Code 93.Test

Systems Manual A-1

MSI/Plessey

UPC-A

UPC-A with 2 digit Add-on

UPC-A with 5 digit Add-on

UPC-E

14476925

00112 23344

0

6

0

9

9

2

0

0

0

8

0

2

0

9

1

5

1

0

4

4

0

9

4

1

1

8

7

0

0

0

9

6

1

8

9

9

8

8

7

0

5

EAN-8

0

0

2

1

0

1

2

6

EAN-13

1 101234 567891

A-2 PowerScan

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Appendix B
Number Pad

0 →

1 →

2 →

3 →

4 →

5 →

6 →

7 →

8 →

9 →

Systems Manual B-1

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Datalogic hereby declares that the Equipment specified below has been tested and found compliant to the following Directives and Standards:

EMC 89/336/EEC

Directives:

Standards:

Low Voltage 73/23/EEC
R&TTE 1999/5/EC

EN 300 683:1997 - Radio
EN 300 220-3:2000 - Radio Immunity
EN 60950:2000 - ITE Safety
EN 60825-1/A2:2001 - Laser Safety

Equipment Type:

Product Model Name:

Placed into EU

Service:

Serial No. Sequence:

Responsible

Manufacturer:

English: This equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements & other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.

Nederlands: Deze apparatuur voldoet aan de essentiële vereisten en andere relevante voorzieningen van EU-richtlijn 1999/5/EC.

Suomalainen: Tämä laite noudattaa direktiivin 1999/5/EC keskeisiä vaatimuksia ja sen muita olennaisia määräyksiä.

Français: Cet équipement répond aux exigences et provisions de la Directive 1999/5/EC.

Deutsch: Diese Geräte entsprechen den Anforderungen und anderen relevanten Bestimmungen der Richtlinie 1999/5/EC.

Italiano: Questa apparecchiatura rispetta i requisiti essenziali e le altre clausole rilevanti della Direttiva 1999/5/CE.

Dansk: Dette utstyret er i samsvar med de grunnleggende kravene og andre relevante forskrifter i 1999/5/EC-direktivet.

Português: Este equipamento está de acordo com os requisitos essenciais e outras provisões relevantes da Diretiva 1999/5/EC.

Español: Este equipo cumple con los requisitos esenciales y otras provisiones relevantes de la Directiva 1999/5/EC.

Svenska: Denna utrustning uppfyller de väsentliga kraven och andra relevanta förordningar i Direktiv 1999/5/EC.

Norsk: Dette utstyret er i samsvar med de grunnleggende krav og andre relevante bestemmelser i EU-direktiv 1999/5/EF

lslenska: Þetta taeki er samkvaemnt grunnkröfum og öðrum viðeigandi ákvaðum Tilskipunar 1999/5/CE.

Barcode Scanning Equipment

PowerScan RF Handheld Scanner and Base Station

April 2007 under the Datalogic trademark. Jan. 2001 under the PSC trademark.

Handheld = Rxxxxxx Base Station = BSxxxxxx

Datalogic Scanning, Inc. 959 Terry St. Eugene, OR USA

Declaration of Conformity with Regard to the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC

Australia

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Telephone: [61] (2) 9870 3200
Fax: [61] (2) 9878 8688

Japan

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Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

France and Benelux

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Telephone: [33].01.64.86.71.00
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Germany

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Darmstadt, Germany
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Italy

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Telephone: [39] (0) 39/62903.1
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Latin America

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Telephone: [phone]
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Spain and Portugal

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Telephone: [phone]
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