Metrologic Instruments MS863 User Manual

METROLOGIC INSTRUMENTS, INC.

MS860 / MS863 Mini-Slot

Laser Bar Code Scanner

Installation and User’s Guide

LOCATIONS

Corporate Headquarters

North America Metrologic Instruments, Inc. Customer Service: 1-800-ID-METRO

European Headquarters

Germany, Metrologic Instruments GmbH Tel: [phone]
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Asia

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South America

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Copyright

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or provided for in the Copyright Act of 1976.

Products and brand names mentioned in this document are trademarks of their respective companies.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

Scanner and Accessories..................................................................................... 2

Scanner Connections to the Host......................................................................... 3

Configuration of the Scanner to the Host System................................................. 4

Cloning Feature.................................................................................................... 5

Version 11 IBM 46xx Scanner .............................................................................. 6

Configuring the MS860-11/MS863-11 Scanner .................................................... 7

Configuring the IBM 46xx ..................................................................................... 8

Version 17 Keyboard Wedge Scanner ................................................................. 9

Connection of an MS860-17 Scanner to a PC.................................................... 10

Optional In-Counter Mounting Options for the MS860........................................ 11

Vertical Stand Kit................................................................................................ 12

Scanner Parts..................................................................................................... 13

The MS860 Touch Plate..................................................................................... 14

Visual Indicators ................................................................................................. 15

Volume Settings ................................................................................................. 19

Labels................................................................................................................. 21

Depth of Field ..................................................................................................... 22

Depth of Field and Symbol Specification ............................................................ 23

Maintenance....................................................................................................... 25

Specifications ..................................................................................................... 26

Default Settings .................................................................................................. 28

Scanner Pinout Connections

Version 1 - for RS-232, OCIA and Light Pen Emulation ................................. 35

Version 2 - for Parallel Communication.......................................................... 36

Version 11 - for RS-485 .................................................................................. 37

Version 17 - for Keyboard Wedge, RS-232 and Light Pen Emulation............. 38

Limited Warranty ................................................................................................39

Notices ............................................................................................................... 40

Patents ............................................................................................................... 42

Index................................................................................................................... 43

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INTRODUCTION

Metrologic's MS860 and MS863 laser bar code Scanners are high-speed,
aggressive in-counter scanners. Both models have compact, durable housings
for use with applications where counter top space is limited.

The MS860 and MS863 autodiscriminate all standard bar codes. Each model
includes a code-correcting feature (MECCA
damaged or truncated codes on the first pass. Both models can be programmed
by using the bar code menus from the ScanSelect
using Metrologic's ScanSet

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IBM® compatible software program.

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) that enables the scanner to decode

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Programming Guide or by

The MS860 has a brushed stainless steel top plate with an optional universal
adapter plate available for purchase that makes it simple to replace older, larger
flatbed scanners with the smaller MS860. The MS860 also has a unique “Touch­on” power save mode and easily visible LED indicators mounted on the brushed
stainless steel top plate.

The MS863 has a dark gray plastic top instead of the brushed stainless steel of
the MS860. The MS863 also uses IR activation. An optional hardened glass
window is available for both models.

Metrologic also provides a vertical mounting option, so customers can use the
MS860 or MS863 as a projection scanner.

Each version of the MS860 provides three interface options, with full RS-232
protocol available on every scanner. RS-232, OCIA and Light Pen Emulation are
consolidated into the standard model. For simple PC connectivity, a keyboard
wedge interface is also available. Metrologic also offers a patented Hand-Held
Option, which allows users to connect the MS941 Hand-Held Scanner to the
MS860 or MS863 for greater scanning versatility.

MODEL INTERFACE

MS860-1 MS863-1 RS-232, OCIA, Light Pen Emulation

MS860-2 MS863-2 Parallel Output (OCR A/B)

MS860-11 MS863-11 IBM 46XX - RS-485, RS-232, OCIA

MS860-17 MS863-17 Keyboard Wedge, RS-232, Light Pen

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SCANNER AND ACCESSORIES

• MS860 or MS863 Laser Bar Code Projection Scanner

• Installation and User’s Guide ....................................................

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• ScanSelect

Scanner Programming Guide ...............................MLPN 00-02186

• Volume Control Card .................................................................

• Installation Plate for MS860 models only ...................................

Optional Accessories

• Power Supply ........................................................................... MLPN 00-6114A

• Communication Cable for Version 1 MS860/MS863 ..................

• Keyboard Wedge and Adapter Cable for the

MS860-17/MS863-17 .................................................................MLPN 45-45927

• Cloning Cable.............................................................................

• Universal Plate for MS860 models only......................................

• Vertical Stand.............................................................................

If any item is missing or to order additional items, contact the dealer, distributor or
call Metrologic’s Customer Service Department at 1-800-ID-METRO or
1-800-436-3876.

MLPN 00-02202

MLPN 00-02346

MLPN 45-45471

MLPN 51-51505

MLPN 51-51544

MLPN 45-45474

MLPN 45-45472

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SCANNER CONNECTIONS TO THE HOST

To avoid potential problems, do not power up the scanner until the
communication cable is secured to the host.

1. Turn off the host system.

2. Connect the 25-pin D-type connector on the scanner’s head cable to the

communication cable.

3. Connect the other end of the communication cable to the host device.

4. If the scanner will not receive power from a transformer, skip to

Step 5.

If the scanner will receive power from an external power source, check the
AC input requirements of the transformer to make sure the voltage matches
the AC outlet. The outlet must installed near the equipment and be easily
accessible.

5. Plug the transformer into the side of the female D-type connector located on

the communication cable.

6. Plug the transformer into the AC outlet to supply power to the scanner.

7. Power up the host system.

Note: When the scanner first receives power, the LEDs will flash and then

the scanner will beep once. After the scanner performs this start up
sequence, the green LED will remain ON for a specified time
indicating that the laser is ON.

Caution:

To maintain compliance with applicable standards, all circuits connected to the scanner must meet the requirements
for SELV (Safety Extra Low Voltage) according to EN 60950.

To maintain compliance with standard CSA C22.2 No. 950/UL 1950 and norm EN 60950, the power source should
meet applicable performance requirements for a limited power source.

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CONFIGURATION OF THE SCANNER TO THE HOST SYSTEM

The MS860/MS863 is shipped from the factory programmed to a set of default
conditions noted in the Default Settings section of this guide and in the

ScanSelect
ScanSelect guide have an asterisk that appears before the brief definition next to

the bar code.

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Scanner Programming Guide provided. The default settings in the

Since each host system is unique, the scanner will need to be configured to
match the specific host system’s requirements. If using ScanSet

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, refer to the

ScanSet documentation for information on how to configure the scanner.

To configure the MS860/MS863

1. Connect the scanner to the host system (refer to page 3).

2. Enter program mode by scanning the ENTER/EXIT program mode bar code

(the unit will beep three times).

3. Scan the appropriate bar code(s) that appear in the ScanSelect Scanner

Programming Guide.

Note: Reveal only one bar code to the scanner at a time. With your hand,

cover the bar code that is not to be scanned.

4. Exit program mode by scanning the ENTER/EXIT program mode bar code

again.

Note: Non-RS-232 interfaces chosen in Section B of the ScanSelect

Programming Guide do not match the default settings that are loaded
when the same interface is selected with ScanSet.

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CLONING FEATURE

The cloning feature is used to program several scanners with the same settings.

To clone a scanner:

1. Turn OFF the power to both scanners by unplugging the transformers.

2. Connect the cloning cable (

MLPN 51-51544) between the two scanners.

3. Turn ON the power to both scanners by plugging in the transformers.

4. When each scanner is ready, scan the cloning bar code with the scanner

that has the settings that need to be transferred to the other scanner.

CLONING

12345 77777

0

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5

VERSION 11 IBM 46XX SCANNER

Output Format: IBM RS-485 serial input/output for the 4680 and 4690 (46XX)

point-of-sale terminals

The Version 11 46XX interface can be used in several different ways. Both the
46XX terminal and the scanner must be configured to match each other.

Warning: Power to the scanner and 46XX terminal should be turned off before

making physical connection.

The 4680 and 4690 series terminals have different types of physical ports for
connecting bar code scanners. Scanner ports include Port 5B, Port 17, and
Port 9? (? = A, B, C, or E). A Port 9 type connector is present on all versions of
the 46XX families of terminals. That is one reason why it is the normal point of
connection for Metrologic scanners. Another reason is that there is enough
12 volt power available to operate many Metrologic scanners. If your terminal
configuration requires the use of a different physical port for connecting bar code
scanners, contact Metrologic to get particular adapter cable information.

All devices use a common communications bus inside the 46XX terminal, despite
what port that is in use for the physical connection. Each device has a different
address that it uses when it communicates. The terminal must be configured to
look for a device at a logical address.

The IBM 1520 mode/address was selected as a default because it was the first
IBM 46XX family scanner to support UPC/EAN, Code 39 and Interleaved
2 of 5 (I 2 of 5). The Version 11 scanner formats Codabar, Code 128, and Code
93 using the Code 39 function code designation supported by the IBM device
driver for this scanner type. Other emulation modes currently available are the
IBM 3687-2 Port 17 fixed scanner and the Port 9B IBM 4500 CCD hand-held bar
code reader. The use one of these other emulation modes may be needed
depending on which operating system (4680.OS, 4690.OS, POS/DOS or
DOS/RIPPS) is in use at your site.

Note: The IBM 4683 and IBM 4684 terminals have a good proven track record of

supplying power to Metrologic scanners. The IBM 4693 and IBM 4694
terminals may be restricted from supplying power to certain scanner
models. Specifically, Metrologic currently recommends using an external
power supply for the scanner when connecting to an IBM 4694.
Metrologic has no recommendations at this time for IBM 4693 terminals.

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CONFIGURING THE MS860-11/MS863-11 SCANNER

Located in the Version 11 scanner are two computer boards. One computer
board is for decoding and the other for 46XX IO processing. The decode board
is configured using ScanSet or ScanSelect while the IO board is configured with
an internal DIP Switch bank.

For UPC/EAN scanning, the decode board should be set as follows:

Enable IBM 4680 Communication
Enable UPC/EAN
Beep after Transmit
Enable Communication Timeouts
Transmit UPC-A Check Digit
Transmit UPC-E Check Digit

These settings configure the decode board to beep after transmitting the data to
the terminal device driver. If the data does not clear the communications buffer
within two seconds, it is discarded without giving the operator a good scan
indication. This accommodates newer versions of the IBM device drivers that
enable/disable scanning in many different situations.

The default setting of the interface board is to emulate the IBM 1520 hand
scanner that supports UPC/EAN and alphanumeric code types. The following is
a list of switch settings for the internal interface board that handles the 46XX
SIOC communications.

There are eight DIP switches on the board that are both software and hardware
switches.

Switch 1 Switch 2 Emulation Mode

OFF OFF

OFF ON Port 9B, CCD (IBM 4500/Opticon)

ON OFF Port 17, IBM 4014 Adapter for 3687-2 to 468X

ON ON Reserved

Switch 3 Reserved (Should be OFF)

Switches
4, 5, 6, and 7

Switch 8 Should be OFF (Reserved)

Port 5B, IBM 1520 Model 2 Laser Scanner
(default setting)

Must be ON

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CONFIGURING THE IBM 46XX

The 4683 and 4693 terminals are configured on the store controller. The 4684
and 4694 terminals are typically configured on the individual terminals. Follow
the appropriate guide for your type of equipment.

IBM 4683 and 4693 Terminals Driven by a 46XX Store Controller Running

4680.OS or 4690.OS

Access the terminal configuration menu on the store controller. If not already
selected, select an IBM 1520 laser hand scanner (4680.OS Port 5B), an IBM
4500 hand-held bar code reader (CCD, 4680.OS Port 9B), or an IBM 3687-2
fixed scanner (4680.OS Port 17) that matches the configuration of your scanner.
Regarding the 4690.OS, at the time of this printing, Metrologic does not know
exactly which terminal port configuration screen is used for selecting scanners. It
should be listed under the Port 9A, 9B, 9C, or 9E sections. The 4693 terminal
has a Port 5B that was originally used for the IBM 1520 scanner. While IBM has
withdrawn this product, it was not clear how terminal configuration and device
driver support would be provided for the installed base of users.

Save the configuration and activate it for the desired terminals. Download the
configuration to the terminal(s) per standard procedures.

IBM 4684 and 4694 Systems

Initialize the RIPPS drivers for a hand scanner if hand scanner emulation was
selected. Initialize the RIPPS drivers for a “POS scanner” if the 3687-2 scanner
has been selected.

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VERSION 17 KEYBOARD WEDGE SCANNER

The MS860/MS863 scanner (version 17) provides keyboard emulation by
converting the scanned bar code data to the PC keyboard scan code equivalent.

The following are the supported keyboard and country types:

PC Type

• AT (includes IBM PS/2 and compatible models 50, 55, 60, 80)

• XT

• PS/2 (includes IBM PC and compatible models 30, 70, 8556)

Keyboard Country Type

• USA

• France

• Italy

• United Kingdom

With the appropriate communication cable, the scanner will also provide an
RS-232 or light pen emulation interface. When configuring the scanner for one
interface versus another, change all necessary parameters for that particular
interface. For instance, when configuring the scanner for keyboard wedge
emulation, recall defaults, select the PC type, keyboard country type and
intercharacter delay. For further information, refer to the ScanSelect Scanner
Programming Guide or ScanSet Scanner Configuration Guide.

• Germany

• Spain

• Belguim

• Swiss

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CONNECTION OF A MS860-17 SCANNER TO A PC

1. If the PC is on, exit your application and turn the PC off.

2. Disconnect the keyboard from the PC. Plug the Keyboard Wedge cable to

the PC and the keyboard. Use the adapter cable if necessary.

3. Connect the 25-pin D-type connector on the scanner’s head cable to the

Keyboard Wedge cable.

4. Check the AC input requirements of the transformer to make sure the

voltage matches the AC outlet. A socket outlet should installed near the
equipment and be easily accessible.

5. Plug the transformer into the side of the female D-type connector located on

the communication cable. Plug the transformer into the AC outlet to supply
power to the scanner.

6. Turn the PC on.

7. When the scanner first receives power, the LEDs will flash and the scanner

will beep once. After the scanner performs this start up sequence, the green
LED will remain on for a specified time indicating the laser is on.

Figure 1

Caution:

To maintain compliance with applicable standards, all circuits connected to the scanner must meet the requirements
for SELV (Safety Extra Low Voltage) according to EN 60950.

To maintain compliance with standard CSA C22.2 No. 950/UL 1950 and norm EN 60950, the power source should
meet applicable performance requirements for a limited power source.

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OPTIONAL IN-COUNTER MOUNTING OPTIONS FOR THE MS860

Metrologic has designed three plates to accommodate in-counter installation of
the MS860. Included automatically with the purchase of the MS860 is Metrologic
part #45-45471, Installation Plate. The universal and replacement plates are
available for an additional charge. Contact the distributor, dealer or Metrologic
customer service representative to order one of these plates.

Metrologic Part Number mlpn 45-45471, Installation Plate:

This plate is designed for use in counters with no previous cutouts. No routing is
necessary for a flush fit as the stainless steel top is only .60mm (.024") thick. The
cut out measurements are 180.34 mm (7.1") L x 175.26 mm (6.9”) W. The final
cut out must not be greater than 1.5mm (1/16") or less than the exact
measurement.

Metrologic Part Number mlpn 45-45474, Universal Plate:

This plate is designed to fit into an existing cut out up to 292.1 mm
(11.5") L x 508 mm (20") W.

Metrologic Part Number mlpn 45-45470, Replacement Plate:

This plate is designed to fit into a cut out that previously contained an MS260 or
MS362 scanner. This plate fits into the existing 293.62 mm (11.56") L x

245.36 mm (9.66") W.

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VERTICAL STAND KIT

Vertical Stand Kit, MLPN 45-45472 includes:

a. Vertical Stand [ MLPN 45-45472 ] Qty. 1
b. #6-32 x 3/8” Phillips Head Screw [
c. #8 x 1.00” Round Head Wood Screw [

Installation

Orientation Note:

The arrow on the top of the scanner
indicates the direction that items
must be presented to the scanner.

1. Drill four #39 pilot holes into the counter top (See Figure 2).

2. Screw the stand to the counter top with the four #8 wood screws provided.

3. Secure the unit to the stand using the four #6-32 x 3/8” screws provided (See

Figure 4).

MLPN 18-18317 ] Qty. 2
MLPN 18-18057 ] Qty. 3

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Figure 3Figure 2

Figure 4