Microscan MS-Q Imager User Manual

MS-Q Imager

User’s Manual

P/N 83-006100 Rev M

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Introduction

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Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Quick Start

Check Required Hardware......................................................................1-2

Assemble the Imager ..............................................................................1-3

USB Interface...................... ... .................................................................1-6

PS/2 Interface..........................................................................................1-7

RS-232 Interface ................................................ ... ..................................1-8

Bluetooth Interface..................................................................................1-9

Batch/Battery Interface..........................................................................1-10

Install ESP.............................................................................................1-11

Select Model..........................................................................................1-12

Select Protocol and Connect to Imager.................................................1-13

Chapter 2 Using ESP

EZ Mode..................................................................................................2-2

Application Mode.....................................................................................2-3

Tree Controls................................................. ..........................................2-4

Menu Toolbar ..........................................................................................2-5

Send/Receive....................................................................................... 2-14

Chapter 3 Basic Operations

Step 1 Practice Targeting ........................................................................3-2

Step 2 Determine Optimum Position.......................................................3-3

Step 3 Select Quadrus Only or Standard Mode......................................3-4

Step 4 Select Adaptive or Fixed Mode....................................................3-5

Step 5 Complete Configuration............................................................... 3-6

Trigger and Button Programming............................................................3-7

USB Battery Charge Mode......................................................................3-8

Chapter 4 Communications

Communications by ESP.........................................................................4-2

Communications Overview......................................................................4-3

USB Interface...................... ... .................................................................4-4

PS/2 Interface..........................................................................................4-5

RS-232 Interface ................................................ ... ..................................4-6

Bluetooth Interface..................................................................................4-8

Batch/Battery.........................................................................................4-16

Preamble...............................................................................................4-20

Postamble .............................................................................................4-21

Preamble and Postamble by ESP.........................................................4-22

Keyboard Mapping................................................................................4-23

Text Commands....................................................................................4-24

Time Stamp................................................................... ........................4-25

Other Communications Settings in ESP................................................4-26

Chapter 5 Symbologies

Symbologies by ESP...............................................................................5-2

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Aztec........................................................................................................5-3

Codabar...................................................................................................5-4

Codablock F ............................................................................................5-5

Code 11...................................................................................................5-6

Code 39...................................................................................................5-7

Code 93...................................................................................................5-9

Code 128...............................................................................................5-10

Composite .............................................................................................5-11

Data Matrix............................................................................................5-12

Interleaved 2 of 5...................................................................................5-13

Maxicode...............................................................................................5-14

Matrix 2 of 5.................................................................... .. .....................5-15

MicroPDF417.........................................................................................5-16

MSI Plessey...........................................................................................5-17

NEC 2 of 5.............................................................................................5-18

PDF417 .................................................................................................5-19

Pharmacode..........................................................................................5-20

Postal Symbologies...............................................................................5-22

QR Code................................................................................................5-24

DataBar Symbologies............................................................................5-25

UPC/EAN/JAN.......................................................................................5-26

Symbology Identifier..............................................................................5-27

Chapter 6 I/O Parameters

I/O Parameters by ESP...........................................................................6-2

Laser Target .................................................. ... .......................................6-3

Illumination ..............................................................................................6-4

MS-Q Operational Feedback...................................................................6-5

Trigger and Button Programming ............................................................6-6

Beep and Vibrate Settings.......................................................................6-8

Automatic Gain Control (AGC)................................................................6-9

LightRay Optics.................................................................................... 6-11

Chapter 7 Advanced Operations

Dual Optics..............................................................................................7-2

VGA and Megapixel Settings...................................................................7-3

Select Region of Interest.........................................................................7-4

Set Targeting Zone Tolerances...............................................................7-5

IP Modes .................................................................................................7-6

Trigger Optimization ................................................................................7-7

Trigger Optimization by ESP .................................................................7-15

Continuous Operations..........................................................................7-18

Symbol Background ..............................................................................7-20

Set Decode Time.............................................. .. ... ................................7-21

Button Stay-Down Time.........................................................................7-22

Mirroring ................................................................................................7-23

Motion Detection....................................................................................7-24

Introduction

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Table of Contents

Chapter 8 Terminal

Chapter 9 Utilities

Chapter 10 Unique Item Identifiers

Appendices

Auto White Balance...............................................................................7-25

Symbol Readability Index...................................................................... 7-26

Terminal View..........................................................................................8-2

Find .........................................................................................................8-3

Send........................................................................................................8-4

Macros.....................................................................................................8-5

Terminal Right-Click Menu......................................................................8-6

Terminal Dropdown Menu.......................................................................8-7

Image Upload..........................................................................................9-2

Device Control............................................... .. ... .....................................9-3

Differences from Default..........................................................................9-4

Firmware .................................................................................................9-5

Bluetooth.................................................................................................9-7

Advanced ................................................................................................9-8

UII Overview..........................................................................................10-2

Non-UII Characters ...............................................................................10-3

UII Mode Features.................................................................................10-4

Error Messaging........................ ... ... ...................................................... 10-6

Valid Formats........................................................................................10-8

Appendix A General Specifications.........................................................A-2

Appendix B Electrical Specifications.......................................................A-4

Appendix C Configuration Symbols.........................................................A-7

Appendix D Configuration Symbol Reference List................................A-41

Appendix E Hardware Default and Manual Battery Recharge ..............A-58

Appendix F MS-Q Quadrus Secure with Image Lock............................A-61

Appendix G MS-Q Protective Jacket..................................................... A-62

Appendix H MS-Q Battery Charger.......................................................A-63

Appendix I MS-Q Bluetooth Modem...................................................... A-65

Appendix J MS-Q Maintenance .............................................................A-68

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Introduction

About the MS-Q Imager

The MS-Q Imager, with point-and-click triggering, can read both 1D and 2D symbols and
transfer (or buffer and transfer later) decoded data in both cable and wireless configurations.
The MS-Q Imager is available in USB, RS-232, and PS/2 cabled options, a Batch optio n,
and a Bluetooth option.

The MS-Q uses dual optics (near field and far field in the same array), a 1.3 million pixel
CMOS sensor, an d a 400 MHz processor. The imager automatically discriminates between
all major 1D and 2D symbologies.

The Quadrus
optimize the readability of 2D direct part marks.

Both the Quadrus and Basic models of the MS-Q Imager can be configured by reading
Data Matrix symbols encoded with a wide variety of setup commands, or by using Microscan’s

ESP® Software.

Rev 6 Hardware

MS-Q hardware has been updated to include a new image sensor. The new hardware is
referred to in this documentation as
on the label inside the battery bay.

®

model of the MS-Q Imager features added functionality that allows users to

Rev 6

. Imagers with Rev 6 hardware are clearly identified

About This Manual

This manual provides complete information on setting up, installing, an d configuring the
MS-Q Imager. The chapters are presented in the order in which the imager would be
assembled, configured, and optimized.

Highlighting

Cross-references and web addresses are highligh ted in blue bold.
References to ESP, its toolbar headings (Communications, Symbologies, I/O Parameters,

etc.) and menu headings are highlighted in Bold Initial Caps.

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Product Labels

(Top)

(Bottom)

(Inside Battery Bay)

(Top)

(Bottom)

(Inside Battery Bay)

Product Labels

The following labels are located on the MS-Q Quadrus Imager :

The following labels are located on the MS-Q Basic Imager:

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Introduction

Laser/LED Radiation

Wavelength: <1mW
Maximum Output: 650-700 nm
Laser Pulse Duration: 0.977 mSec.
LED Pulse Duration: 0.255 uSec.

Statement of Agency Compliance

The MS-Q has been tested for compliance with FCC regulations and was found to be
compliant with all applicable FCC Rules and Regulations.

IMPORTANT NOTE: To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, this
device must not be co-located or operate in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

The MS-Q has been tested for compliance to CE (Confo rmité Europée nne) st andards and
guidelines and was found to conform to applicable CE standards, specifically the EMC
requirements EN 55024, ESD EN 61000-4-2, Radiated RF Immunity EN 61000-4-3, ENV
50204, EFT EN 61000-4-4, Conducted RF Immunity EN 61000-4-6, EN 55022, Class B
Radiated Emissions, and Class B Conducted Emissions.

The MS-Q can be set to use targeting lasers. The MS-Q’s targeting laser emits Class 2M
radiation outside of the product per IEC 60825-1. Class 2M Laser/LED product. Do not
stare into the beam or view directly with optical instruments.

The MS-Q has been tested by an independent electromagnetic compatibility laboratory in
accordance with the applicable specifications and instructions.

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Statement of RoHS Compliance

Statement of RoHS Compliance

All Microscan readers with a ‘G’ suffix in the FIS number are RoHS-Compliant. All compliant
readers were converted prior to March 1, 2007. All standard accessories in the Microscan
Product Pricing Catalog are RoHS-Compliant except 20-500013-01 and 98-000039-02.
These products meet all the requirements of the Europe an Parlia men t an d th e Co un cil of
the European Union for RoHS compliance. In accordance with th e latest requiremen ts, our
RoHS-compliant products and packaging do not contain intentionally added Deca-BDE,
Perfluorooctanes (PFOS) or Perfluorooctanoic Acid (PFOA) compounds above the maximum
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raw materials or end product to measure for these substances.

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Introduction

Warning and Caution Summary

A warning label (see above) is located on the underside of the MS-Q near the battery
locking mechanism.

Microscan voids product warranty if the hard case has been opened or tampered with in
any way . Op ening the case may put th e user at risk of laser rad iation exposure (Class 3R).
A second warning label (see above) is placed within the casing structure.

CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments, or performance of procedures other than those
specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

In addition, a CB Test Certificate has been issued by the National Certification Board
(NCB) indicating that the MS-Q meets all safety and quality standards in accordance with
IEC 60950-1:2001, First Edition.

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Warning and Caution Summary

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Contents

Check Required Hardware........................................................................................................... 1-2

Assemble the Imager.................................................................................................................... 1-3

USB Interface............................................................................................................................... 1-6

PS/2 Interface............................................................................................................................... 1-7

RS-232 Interface.......................................................................................................................... 1-8

Bluetooth Interface.......................................................................................................................1-9

Batch/Battery Interface............................................................................................................... 1-10

Install ESP......................................... ............................ ... .......................................................... 1-11

Select Model............................................ .. ................................................................................. 1-12

Select Protocol and Connect to Imager...................................................................................... 1-13

1 Quick Start

This section is designed to get your MS-Q Image r up and run ning quickly so you c a n ge t a
sense of its capabilities and test sample symbols. Detailed setup information for configuring
the imager for your specific application can be obtained in the subsequent sections.

Your interface type will determine how data is received by your host. When sending data
by USB or PS/2, you must open a text editor in your host computer. When sending data
serially, you must use a terminal program such as HyperTerminal or ESP’s Terminal view
(RS-232 only).

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Check Required Hardware

Check Required Hardware

Parts List for MS-Q Imagers with Cabled Handle (H2):

• One MS-Q Imager

• One H2 Handle

• One 6 ft. USB cable (Quadrus models only)
Note: PS/2 and RS-232 cables are optional and must be purchased separately.

• One Cable Clamp

• Two 2-56 x 5/16” screws, hex head, 1.5 inch-pounds (for Cable Clamp)

• Two 2-56 x 3/16” screws, hex head, 1.5 inch-pounds (for securing underside of imager
body to H2 Handle)

• Two 2-56 x 3/16” screws, hex head, 1.0 inch-pounds (for flexible 8-pin DIN connector at
back of handle)

Parts List for MS-Q Imagers with 1950 mAH Battery Handle (BH1) (Rev 5 and earlier only):

• One MS-Q Imager

• One BH1 Handle

• One 6 ft. USB cable (Quadrus models only)
Note: PS/2 and RS-232 cables are optional and must be purchased separately.

• One Cable Clamp

• Two 2-56 x 5/16” screws, hex head, 1.5 inch-pounds (for Cable Clamp)

• Two 2-56 x 3/16” screws, hex head, 1.5 inch-pounds (for securing underside of imager
body to H2 Handle)

Parts List for MS-Q Imagers with 3900 mAH Battery Handle (BH2):

• One MS-Q Imager

• One BH2 Handle

• One 6 ft. USB cable (Quadrus models only)
Note: PS/2 and RS-232 cables are optional and must be purchased separately.

• One Cable Clamp

• Two 2-56 x 5/16” screws, hex head, 1.5 inch-pounds (for Cable Clamp)

• Two 2-56 x 3/16” screws, hex head, 1.5 inch-pounds (for securing underside of imager
body to H2 Handle)

Parts List for MS-Q Imagers with Original Handle (H1):

• One MS-Q Imager

• One H1 Handle

• One 6 ft. USB cable (Quadrus models only)
Note: PS/2 and RS-232 cables are optional and must be purchased separately.

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Quick Start

Flexible
Connector

Flexible
Connector

Latch

Screws

Screws

Insert screws in the through-holes
at the base of the cable clamp.

Assemble the Imager

To assemble the MS-Q Imager with Cabled Handle (H2):

1. Insert the flexible connector at the back of the H2 Handle into the MS-Q’s 8-pin DIN
connector.

2. Snap the imager onto the H2 Handle over the battery blank. Be sure that the underside
of the imager is latched at the front of the handle.

3.

Secure the flexible connector at the back of the H2 Handle with the two screws provided.

4. Secure the underside of the imager to the H2 Handle with the two screws provided.

5. Attach the cable to the bottom of the handle. Secure the cable clamp with the two
screws provided.

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Assemble the Imager

Tab

Latch

Screws

T o assemble the MS-Q Imager with Battery Handle:

1. Insert the tab on the back of the battery handle into the imager ’s recessed s lot at the
base of the battery bay.

2. Snap the imager onto the battery handle over the battery. Be sure that the underside
of the imager is latched at the front of the handle.

3. Secure the underside of the imager to the battery handle with the two screws provided.

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Quick Start

Grasp the connection
housing and pull to
remove. Do not pull
directly on the cable.

T o assemble the MS-Q Imager with Original Handle (H1):

1. Slide the imager into the handle’s cradle. Be sure the tabs fit into the grooves along
the sides of the imager and that the handle’s 8-pin DIN connector inserts completely
into the back of the unit.

2. Plug the USB, PS/2, or RS-232 cable into the bottom of the handle. Plug the other end
of the cable into the appropriate port on your host computer.

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USB Interface

Save
Settings

Default
to USB

Default
to PS/2

Clear
All Data

Clear
XML
Rules

USB Configuration

USB Keyboard Mode

USB Interface

Note: The USB interface draws its power from the host computer.

USB Configuration

Item Description Part Number

Rev 5 Hardware Rev 6 Hardware

1 MS-Q Imager

2 USB Cable Included

Installation Steps for USB

1. Connect the USB cable (2) to the MS-Q (1).

2. Connect the USB cable (2) to the host.
You DO NOT need to power off your

host computer.

3. Open any program in your host computer
that can receive keyboard text.

Quadrus: FIS-6100-0030G,

-0035G, -0046G

Basic: FIS-6150-0020G

Quadrus: FIS-6100-0047G,

-0051G, -0053G
Basic: FIS-6150-0028G

4. Read the USB Keyboard Mode symbol
below:

5. Read the Save Settings symbol at the
bottom of this page.

You are now ready to send data to the host.

Note: If you attempt to connect to the host via USB and you have a battery installed, the
host will fail to recognize the imager for approximately 60 seconds. If you connect with a
battery blank installed, or if you install the battery after plugging in, no delay occurs.

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Save
Settings

Default
to USB

Default
to PS/2

Clear
All Data

Clear
XML
Rules

PS/2 Interface

PS/2 Configuration

PS/2 Mode

Note: The PS/2 interface draws its power from the host computer.

PS/2 Configuration

Item Description Part Number

Rev 5 Hardware Rev 6 Hardware

1 MS-Q Imager

2 Keyboard Wedge Cable 60-000018-03

Installation Steps for PS/2

1. Power-off the host and disconnect the
keyboard.

2. Attach the cable (2) to the MS-Q (1).

3. Attach the keyboard connector to the
keyboard cable and host computer as
shown.

4. Power-on the host.

5. Read the PS/2 Mode symbol below:

Quadrus: FIS-6100-0040G,

-0041G

Basic: FIS-6150-0025G

Quadrus: FIS-6100-0049G
Basic: FIS-6150-0030G

Quick Start

This connection protocol provides power to the MS-Q, and, when attached, will allow
data input from both the MS-Q and the keyboard.

6. Read the Save Settings symbol at the bottom of this page.
You are now ready to send data to the host.

Important: The MS-Q must be connected to the keyboard for the imager and the
keyboard to function in PS/2 Mode.

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RS-232 Interface

Save
Settings

Default
to USB

Default
to PS/2

Clear
All Data

Clear
XML
Rules

RS-232 Configuration

RS-232 Default Settings Mode

RS-232 Interface

Note:

Unlike USB and PS/2, the RS-232 inte rface does not draw its power from the host computer.

RS-232 Configuration

Item Description Part Number

Quadrus: FIS-6100-XXXXG

1 MS-Q Imager

RS-232 Kit includes:

2 RS-232 Cable
3 Power Supply

Installation Steps for RS-232

1. Power-off the host computer.

2. Connect the 8-pin mini-DIN on the
cable (2) to the MS-Q (1).

3. Connect the 9-pin D-sub connector to
the host computer’s serial port.

4. Connect the cable to the power supply .

5. Plug in the power supply (3) and
power-on the host computer.

6. Start up a terminal program (such as

ESP

’s

Terminal

and set to 57.6K baud, 8 data bits,
none parity, 2 stop bits, and none

hardware.

7. Read the RS-232 Default Settings
Mode symbol below.

view or HyperTerminal)

Basic: FIS-6150-XXXXG
Note: For the RS-232 option, order any MS-Q FIS
plus the RS-232 kit listed below.

98-000074-04 (U.S.) -05 (Europe) -06 (UK)

8. Read the Save Settings symbol at the bottom of this page.
You are now ready to send data to the host.

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Quick Start

Save
Settings

Default
to USB

Default
to PS/2

Clear
All Data

Clear
XML
Rules

Bluetooth Configuration

RF Two-Way Mode

Note: If you are using an older Bluetooth Modem, read the RF Two-Way Mo de
symbol above to enable wireless communication with the host computer.

Note: See Connecting to the Bluetooth Modem via RS-232 for instructions
on how to use the Bluetooth Modem with a serial connection.

Bluetooth Interface

Note: The USB interface draws its power from the host computer.
Note: The Microscan Bluetooth modem defaults to a USB keyboard interface, and data is

displayed as if input from a keyboard.

Bluetooth Configuration

Item Description Part Number

Rev 5 Hardware Rev 6 Hardware
Quadrus: FIS-6100-0033G , -0 034G,

1 MS-Q Imager

USB Bluetooth Modem

2

(Default option)

3 USB Cable Included with kit

Note:

RS-232 options

also available

-0038G ,

-0044G, -0045G
Basic: FIS-6150-0023G, -0024G,

-0026G, -0027G
98-000076-10

98-000076-07, -08, -09

Installation Steps for Bluetooth

1. Connect the USB cable (3) from the host computer
to the Bluetooth Modem (2).

You DO NOT need to power off your host computer.

2. Open any program in the host computer that can
receive and display keyboard data.

3. Read the symbol on the Bluetooth modem’s top
label (2).

4. Read the Save Settings symbol at the bottom of
this page.

-0039G, -0042G, -0043G,

Quadrus: FIS-6100-0050
Basic: FIS-6150-0031G

G, -0054G

You are now ready to send data to the host.

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Batch/Battery Interface

Save Settings

Batch/Battery Interface

Important: ESP does not support Batch/Battery Interface.

Overview

In Batch Mode a battery replaces the blank inside the MS-Q. The MS-Q is capable of
reading more than 4,000 times from a single battery charge without being physically
connected to the host. When you do connect (either by cable or wireless), the buffered
data is transferred to the host in the manner determined by your batch setup.

Batch/Battery Configuration

Item Description Part Number

Rev 5 Hardware Rev 6 Hardware

1 MS-Q Imager

2 Battery Included

Installation Steps for Batch/Battery

1. Insert the tab on the back of the battery handle into the imager ’s recessed s lot at the
base of the battery bay.

2. Snap the imager onto the handle over the battery. Be sure that the underside of the
imager is latched at the front of the handle.

3. Secure the underside of the imager to the handle with the two screws provided.

4. Select one of the Batch Setup modes - Send and Log, or Send and Buffer.

5. Read symbols as required.

6. Save settings.

7. When convenient, or when the buffer is full, open any Windows-compatible program
that can accept keyboard text (for USB and PS/2) or serial data (for RS-232 and Bluetooth).

8. Attach a cable or connect to Bluetooth to download buffered data.

Quadrus: FIS-6100-0031G , -0032G , -0036G ,

-0037G

Basic: FIS-6150-0021G, -0022G

Quadrus: FIS-6100-0048G, -0052G
Basic: FIS-6150-0029G

Batch Setup

Send and Log Mode

If you read the Send and Log Mode symbol to the left, all buffered data will be
downloaded to the host but retained in the imager’s memory whenever you
connect.

Send and Buffer Mode (Default)

If you read the Send and Buffer Mode symbol to the right, all buffered data will
be downloaded to the host and ERASED in the imager whenever you connect.

You must have a data collection progr am open be fore connecting in Send and
Buffer Mode or all buffered data will be lost.

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Quick Start

USB
Connect
Mode

RS-232
Connect
Mode

USB

RS-232

Install ESP

ESP Software can be found on the Microscan Tools CD that is packaged with the MS-Q.

1. Follow the prompts to install ESP from the CD.

2. Click on the ESP icon to run the program.

Note: ESP can also be installed from the Download Center at www.microscan.com.

ESP System Requirements

• 166 MHz Pentium processor (recommended)

• Windows Vista, XP, or 2000 operating system

• Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher

• 64 MB minimum RAM

• 40 MB minimum disk space

Important: The imager must be in one of the modes below to communicate with ESP.

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Select Model

Select Model

When you start ESP, the following menu will appear:

If you need to select another model later, click Switch Model at the top of the screen.

1. Click the MS-Q button and then click OK. If you do not want to make this selection
every time you start ESP, uncheck “Show this dialog at startup”.

2. Select the default reader name (MS-Q-1), or type a name of your choice in the
Description text field and click OK.

3. Click Yes when this dialog appears:

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Quick Start

Select Protocol and Connect to Imager

RS-232

• In the Select Protocol dialog box, select the communications protocol you are using
and click Next.

•Print the RS-232 Connect Mode symbol and read it with the imager to ensure that you
are in the correct communications mode. Keep the printe d symbol in a convenient p lace
for future use.

• Click Next when you are finished.

•The Com Port dialog will then appear . Select which communications port you are using.
If you don’t see your communications port listed on the dropdown menu, select Other.

• Click Connect.

• When you are connected successfully, the CONNECTED message will appear in a
green box in the status bar at the bottom right of the screen.

If the connection attempt fails, enable a different communications port, check your port
connections, and try again. You can also check the Force Connect box and then click
the Connect button.

You are now ready to configure your imager using ESP. Subsequent sections provide
more detailed information about ESP’s configuration options.

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Select Protocol and Connect to Imager

Imager ID number

USB

• In the Select Protocol dialog box, select the communications protocol you are using
and click Next.

• Print the USB Connect Mode symbol and read it with the imager to ensure that you are
in the correct communications mode. Keep the printed symbol in a convenient place for
future use.

• Click Next when you are finished.
The following dialog will then appear:

• You will see a “ Reader” ID number in the Select Device field. Click Next.
Note: If the imager is in the default USB Keyboard Mode when you attempt to connect,

the USB Reader ID dialog will tell you to click the Switch Mode button. ESP will attempt
to switch the imager to USB HID Mode. Once the imager has switched modes, click
Next.

• When you are connected successfully, the CONNECTED message will appear in a
green box in the status bar at the bottom right of the screen.

You are now ready to configure your imager using ESP. Subsequent sections provide
more detailed information about ESP’s configuration options.

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2 Using ESP

EZ Mode.......................................................................................................................................2-2

Application Mode.......................................................................................................................... 2-3

Tree Controls................................................................................................................................ 2-4

Menu Toolbar............................................................................................................................... 2-5

Send/Receive............................................................................................................................ 2-14

Contents

This section is designed to help you understand the structure and application of ESP.
When you open ESP, unless otherwise specified in the ESP Preferences dialog accessible

from the Options heading on the menu toolbar, you will enter EZ Mode for initial setup.
From there, you can enter Application Mode (App Mode) and access several configuration
menus (Communications, Read Cycle, Symbologies, I/O Parameters, an Imager
setup interface, a Terminal inter face, and a Utilities interface).

ESP can be used to configure the MS-Q Imager in the following ways:

• Tree Controls: Each configuration menu contains a list of all option settings that pertain
to that specific element of imager operation. For example, the Communications menu
shows a Communications Mode command, and then the options PS/2 (A T) Keyboard,
RS-232 Serial, USB Keyboard, RF (Bluetooth), and USB Native (HID), all of which
are accessible from a dropdown menu.

• Graphic User Interfaces: Settings can be configured using such point-and-click tools
as radio buttons, tabs, spin boxes, check boxes, and drag-and-drop functions.

•

Terminal: ESP

directly to the imager by typing them in the provided text field.

’s

Terminal

interface allows you to send configuration and utility commands

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EZ Mode

The EZ Mode toolbar allows you to switch to
App Mode, check your connection parameters,

and to switch models.

The Decode button
allows you to begin
capturing images
and displaying
decoded symbol
data right away.

The T aking Pictures dropdown menu allows you to
choose which trigger will activate an image capture:
Handle Trigger, Right Button, or Left Button.

When an image is captured, it is displayed here
as a split view that shows both the near field
and far field images. Double click this image to
view it in a larger format. Click Save Image to
save it to a location of your choice.

EZ Mode

The EZ Mode screen is the first thing you will see when you start ESP. EZ Mode will help
you get your imager up and running quickly, and will acquaint you with the ESP interface.

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Using ESP

Menu
toolbar

Click on this icon to
return to this view from
Utilities or Terminal.

Click here for imager button
optimization, configuration,
and configuration summary.

Click these tabs to access
configuration tree controls.

Click here
to open
Terminal.

Click here to
return to

EZ Mode.

Click here for Image
Upload, Batch Files,
and Firmware.

Click these buttons to
Send and Receive
commands or switch
reader models.

Assign Preamble and Postamble characters
using the simple interface shown above.

Application Mode

Application Mode gives you access to a robust configuration environment, including

tree controls that let you make precise changes to operation parameters, and graphic
interfaces that make configuring your imager easy an d intuitive.

Note: For specific information on any of the icons shown above in the operations bar or
configuration bar, see corresponding chapters in this manual.

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Tree Controls

1. Left click on the +/-

to expand or collapse
the tree.

4. Left click again on the open screen to complete the
selection.

5. Right click on the open screen and select Save to
Reader to implement the command in the imager.

2. Double click on
the parameter and
click once in the
selection box to
view options.

3. Place your cursor
in the selection
box, scroll down to
the setting you
want to change
and click once on
the setting.

USB
Connect
Mode

RS-232
Connect
Mode

USB

RS-232

Tree Controls

To make changes to configuration settings in the tree control menus:

The imager must be in one of the modes below to communicate with ESP.

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