Metrologic Instruments SP5500 User Manual

METROLOGIC INSTRUMENTS, INC.
SP5500 OptimusS Series
User’ s Guide
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Table of Contents
Introduction
Product Overview.......................................................................................................................4
Scanner and Accessories...........................................................................................................4
General Features and Characteristics
Multifunctional Keypad...............................................................................................................6
The LCD Screen ........................................................................................................................7
The Lithium Battery....................................................................................................................7
Installation
Getting Started ...........................................................................................................................8
Basic Operation..........................................................................................................................9
Communication and Data Setup.................................................................................................9
Data Upload.............................................................................................................................11
System Module ........................................................................................................................12
System Menu Options..............................................................................................................12
Application................................................................................................................................15
Programming the Terminal.......................................................................................................15
Programming the communication cradle..................................................................................15
Troubleshooting..................................................................................................................................16
Specifications......................................................................................................................................17
Contact Information and Office Locations...........................................................................................19
Safety Notices.....................................................................................................................................21
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Introduction
Product Overview
The SP5500 OptimusS Portable Data Terminals are robust and versatile scanning devices designed to provide exceptional performance, while enduring the demands of everyday use. The lithium-ion rechargeable battery provides the Optimus with more than 100 hours of operation. It is supported by a resourceful set of development tools, including a Windows-based program builder, “C” compiler, and “BASIC” compiler. The OptimusS has a fully integrated laser for scanning all 1D bar code symbologies, completely enclosed by the protective ergonomic housing. The built-in functionality of the Optimus makes it an excellent choice for numerous applications. In addition, when combined with the optional Bluetooth module it is the ideal solution for real time applications such as inventory control, shop floor management, warehousing operations, and distribution operations.
Key Product Features
Up to 2 MB RAM capable of storing over 100,000 records
Easy to use Optimizer program builder and download software
Auto-backlit LCD display
Audible and visual indications
Built-in laser bar code scan engine capable of scanning all 1D bar code symbologies.
Powered by rechargeable Lithium-ion battery
Upload/download data via RS232 and USB interfaces (optional modem)
Scanner and Accessories
METROLOGIC PART
NUMBERS.
SP5502-6 OptimusS laser batch unit with 2MB RAM SP5535-6 OptimusS laser Bluetooth unit with 2MB RAM
MI5500-614 OptimusS Charging/Communication cradle
PART DESCRIPTION
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General Features and Characteristics
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Figure 1. Scanner Features
ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION
1 Red Output Window (Laser Aperture)
2 Safety and Product label (Figure 3)
3 Speaker for audible indicators
4 LCD display
5 Multi-functional Keypad
6 Charging and communication contacts
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Figure 3. Product Label
7 IR Communication port
8 Battery Compartment release
9 Scan Button
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Figure 2. Cradle Features
ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION
1 Safety and Product label
2 RS232 communication port
3 Power Adapter port
4 LED power indicator
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5 LED Transmission indicator
Figure 4. Optimus and Cradle
6 Rubber footpads
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General Features and Characteristics
Multifunctional Keypad
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Figure 5.Keypad Features
ITEM NO. KEY NAME DESCRIPTION
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POWER
ALPHANUMERIC
BS
ENTER
SCAN
Power On/Off. To prevent an accidental power down, it requires about 1.5 sec of continuous pressing to turn On/Off the power. Alphanumeric These 10 keys can be used for either alpha characters or numerical input. (See Item 8 for further description of key operation) Back Space This key can be used to toggle back one space or if pressed down longer than one second, a clear code will be sent Enter. There are two enter keys on the side of the scan key. Normally the enter keys are used for command execution or input confirmation.
Scan a bar code. Pressing this button will trigger the scanner to read a bar code
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ESC
ARROW
ALPHA()
FUNCTION(FN)
Escape. This key is used to stop and exit current operation Arrow.The two arrow keys located below the Scan key are u sed to toggle up and
down between menu selections. The toggle key for Alphabet/Numeral input.
When the system is in alpha-mode, a small icon will be shown in the lower right corner of the display. Each numeric key can be used to generate one of the three capital letters located on that number key. For example, numeral 2 can be used to produce A, B, or C. Pressing the same key twice within one second, will produce the letter B. Pressing the same key without halting longer than one second, will allow the user to toggle through the three letters. When the key has been depressed for longer than one second or another key has been pressed, the unit will send the real key code to the application program. The function key. This key cannot be activated alone; it must be pressed with one of the numeric keys at the same time. For example, FN + 1 generates function #1, FN + 2 generates function #2, etc (up to 9 functions). Also, this key can be combined with the UP/DOWN arrow keys to adjust the contra st of the LCD. And when this key is combined with the ENTER key, it will turn ON/OFF the backlight.
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