MOTOROLA DS3408 User Manual
Symbol DS3408
Product Reference Guide
Symbol DS3408
Product Reference Guide
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Revision A
August 2008
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Revision History
Changes to the original manual are listed below:
Change Date Description
-01 Rev. A 8/2004 Initial release.
-02 Rev. A 5/2006 Add Picklist mode and other updates.
-03 Rev. A 2/2007 Update service information; correct Symbol PTC Terminal bar code, add Simple
-04 Rev. A 6/2007 Add DPM version information, including new decode zones and DPM Scanning
-05 Rev . A 5/2008 Remove DPM version information, add Fuzzy 1D Processing, Decode Mirror Image,
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COM Port Emulation bar code in USB chapter.
parameter; add new UPC/EAN Supplemental options, Bookland ISBN format,
4State Post al, Inverse 1D, Data Matrix Inverse, Micro QR, QR Inverse, Aztec, Aztec
Inverse parameters.
Low Light Enhancement, and Presentation Mode Field of View parameters, remove
IBM XT bar code and keyboard from Keyboard Wedge section, ad d Code 128
Lengths and Post US4 options.
-06 Rev. A 8/2008 Add 2D decode zones, change UCC/EAN-128 code type name to GS1-128.
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Table of Contents
About This Guide
Introduction.................................................................................................................... xiii
Configurations................................................................................................................ xiii
Chapter Descriptions..................................................................................................... xiii
Notational Conventions.................................................................................................. xiv
Related Documents....................................................................................................... xv
Service Information........................................................................................................ xv
Chapter 1: Getting Started
Introduction ................................................................................................................... 1-1
Unpacking ..................................................................................................................... 1-2
Setting Up the Digital Scanner ...................................................................................... 1-2
Installing the Interface Cable .................................................................................. 1-2
Removing the Interface Cable ................................................................................ 1-3
Connecting a Synapse Cable Interface .................................................................. 1-4
Connecting Power (if required) ............................................................................... 1-4
Configuring the Digital Scanner .............................................................................. 1-4
Chapter 2: Scanning
Introduction ................................................................................................................... 2-1
Beeper Definitions ........................................................................................................ 2-2
LED Definitions ............................................................................................................. 2-4
Scanning in Hand-Held Mode ....................................................................................... 2-5
Scanning with the Digital Scanner .......................................................................... 2-5
Aiming .................................................................................................................... 2-7
Scanning in Presentation Mode .................................................................................... 2-8
Decode Zones .............................................................................................................. 2-9
DS3408-SF Near Focus - 1D and PDF417 ............................................................. 2-9
DS3408-SF Near Focus - 2D Codes ...................................................................... 2-10
DS3408-SF Far Focus ............................................................................................ 2-11
DS3408-SF Smart Focus ........................................................................................ 2-12
DS3408-HD Near Focus - 1D and PDF417 ............................................................ 2-13
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DS3408-HD Near Focus - 2D Codes ...................................................................... 2-14
DS3408-HD Far Focus ........................................................................................... 2-15
DS3408-HD Smart Focus ....................................................................................... 2-16
Chapter 3: Maintenance and Technical Specifications
Introduction ................................................................................................................... 3-1
Maintenance ................................................................................................................. 3-1
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................ 3-2
Technical Specifications ............................................................................................... 3-4
Digital Scanner Signal Descriptions .............................................................................. 3-6
Chapter 4: User Preferences
Introduction ................................................................................................................... 4-1
Scanning Sequence Examples ..................................................................................... 4-2
Errors While Scanning .................................................................................................. 4-2
User Preferences Parameter Defaults .......................................................................... 4-2
User Preferences .......................................................................................................... 4-3
Set Default Parameter ............................................................................................ 4-3
Parameter Scanning ............................................................................................... 4-3
Beeper Tone ........................................................................................................... 4-4
Beeper Volume ....................................................................................................... 4-5
Power Mode ............................................................................................................ 4-5
Time Delay to Low Power Mode ............................................................................. 4-6
Trigger Mode ........................................................................................................... 4-8
Picklist Mode ........................................................................................................... 4-9
Decode Session Timeout ........................................................................................ 4-10
Timeout Between Decodes, Same Symbol ............................................................ 4-10
Beep After Good Decode ........................................................................................ 4-11
Fuzzy 1D Processing .............................................................................................. 4-11
Decode Mirror Images (Data Matrix Only) .............................................................. 4-12
Chapter 5: Decoding Preferences
Introduction ................................................................................................................... 5-1
Decoding Preferences .................................................................................................. 5-3
Focus Mode ............................................................................................................ 5-3
Decoding Illumination .............................................................................................. 5-4
Decode Aiming Pattern ........................................................................................... 5-4
Low Light Enhancement ......................................................................................... 5-5
Presentation Mode Field of View ............................................................................ 5-5
Chapter 6: Keyboard Wedge Interface
Introduction ................................................................................................................... 6-1
Connecting a Keyboard Wedge Interface ..................................................................... 6-2
Keyboard Wedge Parameter Defaults .......................................................................... 6-3
Keyboard Wedge Host Parameters .............................................................................. 6-4
Keyboard Wedge Host Types ................................................................................. 6-4
Keyboard Wedge Country Types (Country Codes) ................................................ 6-5
Ignore Unknown Characters ................................................................................... 6-7
Keystroke Delay ...................................................................................................... 6-7
Intra-Keystroke Delay ............................................................................................. 6-8
Alternate Numeric Keypad Emulation ..................................................................... 6-8
Caps Lock On ......................................................................................................... 6-9
Caps Lock Override ................................................................................................ 6-9
Convert Wedge Data .............................................................................................. 6-10
Function Key Mapping ............................................................................................ 6-10
FN1 Substitution ..................................................................................................... 6-11
Send Make and Break ............................................................................................ 6-11
Keyboard Maps ....................................................................................................... 6-12
ASCII Character Set for Keyboard Wedge ................................................................... 6-14
Chapter 7: RS-232 Interface
Introduction ................................................................................................................... 7-1
Connecting an RS-232 Interface .................................................................................. 7-2
RS-232 Parameter Defaults .......................................................................................... 7-3
RS-232 Host Parameters .............................................................................................. 7-4
RS-232 Host Types ................................................................................................. 7-6
Baud Rate ............................................................................................................... 7-7
Parity ....................................................................................................................... 7-9
Stop Bit Select ........................................................................................................ 7-10
Data Bits ................................................................................................................. 7-10
Check Receive Errors ............................................................................................. 7-11
Hardware Handshaking .......................................................................................... 7-12
Software Handshaking ............................................................................................ 7-14
Host Serial Response Time-out .............................................................................. 7-16
RTS Line State ........................................................................................................ 7-17
Beep on <BEL> ....................................................................................................... 7-17
Intercharacter Delay ................................................................................................ 7-18
Nixdorf Beep/LED Options ...................................................................................... 7-19
Ignore Unknown Characters ................................................................................... 7-19
ASCII Character Set for RS-232 ................................................................................... 7-20
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Chapter 8: USB Interface
Introduction ................................................................................................................... 8-1
Connecting a USB Interface ......................................................................................... 8-2
USB Parameter Defaults .............................................................................................. 8-3
USB Host Parameters .................................................................................................. 8-4
USB Device Type .................................................................................................... 8-4
USB Country Keyboard Types (Country Codes) .................................................... 8-5
USB Keystroke Delay ............................................................................................. 8-7
USB CAPS Lock Override ...................................................................................... 8-7
USB Ignore Unknown Characters ........................................................................... 8-8
Emulate Keypad ...................................................................................................... 8-8
Emulate Keypad with Leading Zero ........................................................................ 8-9
USB Keyboard FN 1 Substitution ............................................................................ 8-9
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Function Key Mapping ............................................................................................ 8-10
Simulated Caps Lock .............................................................................................. 8-10
Convert Case .......................................................................................................... 8-11
ASCII Character Set for USB ........................................................................................ 8-12
Chapter 9: IBM 468X/469X Interface
Introduction ................................................................................................................... 9-1
Connecting to an IBM 468X/469X Host ........................................................................ 9-2
IBM Parameter Defaults ............................................................................................... 9-3
IBM 468X/469X Host Parameters ................................................................................. 9-4
Port Address ........................................................................................................... 9-4
Convert Unknown to Code 39 ................................................................................. 9-5
Chapter 10: Wand Emulation Interface
Introduction ................................................................................................................... 10-1
Connecting Using Wand Emulation .............................................................................. 10-2
Wand Emulation Parameter Defaults ........................................................................... 10-3
Wand Emulation Host Parameters ............................................................................... 10-4
Wand Emulation Host Types .................................................................................. 10-4
Leading Margin (Quiet Zone) .................................................................................. 10-5
Polarity .................................................................................................................... 10-6
Ignore Unknown Characters ................................................................................... 10-6
Convert All Bar Codes to Code 39 .......................................................................... 10-7
Convert Code 39 to Full ASCII ............................................................................... 10-8
Chapter 11: Scanner Emulation Interface
Introduction ................................................................................................................... 11-1
Connecting Using Scanner Emulation .......................................................................... 11-2
Scanner Emulation Parameter Defaults ....................................................................... 11-3
Scanner Emulation Host ............................................................................................... 11-4
Scanner Emulation Host Parameters ........................................................................... 11-5
Beep Style ............................................................................................................... 11-5
Parameter Pass-Through ........................................................................................ 11-6
Convert Newer Code Types .................................................................................... 11-7
Module Width .......................................................................................................... 11-8
Convert All Bar Codes to Code 39 .......................................................................... 11-8
Code 39 Full ASCII Conversion .............................................................................. 11-9
Transmission Timeout ............................................................................................. 11-10
Ignore Unknown Characters ................................................................................... 11-11
Leading Margin ....................................................................................................... 11-12
Check For Decode LED .......................................................................................... 11-13
Chapter 12: 123 Scan
Introduction ................................................................................................................... 12-1
Communication with 123Scan ...................................................................................... 12-1
123Scan Parameter ...................................................................................................... 12-1
Chapter 13: Symbologies
Introduction ................................................................................................................... 13-1
Scanning Sequence Examples ..................................................................................... 13-1
Errors While Scanning .................................................................................................. 13-2
Symbology Parameter Defaults .................................................................................... 13-2
UPC/EAN ...................................................................................................................... 13-7
Enable/Disable UPC-A ............................................................................................ 13-7
Enable/Disable UPC-E ............................................................................................ 13-7
Enable/Disable UPC-E1 .......................................................................................... 13-8
Enable/Disable EAN-8/JAN-8 ................................................................................. 13-8
Enable/Disable EAN-13/JAN-13 ............................................................................. 13-9
Enable/Disable Bookland EAN ............................................................................... 13-9
Decode UPC/EAN/JAN Supplementals .................................................................. 13-10
User-Programmable Supplementals ....................................................................... 13-13
UPC/EAN/JAN Supplemental Redundancy ............................................................ 13-13
Transmit UPC-A Check Digit .................................................................................. 13-14
Transmit UPC-E Check Digit .................................................................................. 13-14
Transmit UPC-E1 Check Digit ................................................................................ 13-15
UPC-A Preamble .................................................................................................... 13-16
UPC-E Preamble .................................................................................................... 13-17
UPC-E1 Preamble .................................................................................................. 13-18
Convert UPC-E to UPC-A ....................................................................................... 13-19
Convert UPC-E1 to UPC-A ..................................................................................... 13-20
EAN-8/JAN-8 Extend .............................................................................................. 13-20
Bookland ISBN Format ........................................................................................... 13-21
UCC Coupon Extended Code ................................................................................. 13-22
Code 128 ...................................................................................................................... 13-23
Enable/Disable Code 128 ....................................................................................... 13-23
Set Lengths for Code 128 ....................................................................................... 13-23
Enable/Disable GS1-128 (formerly UCC/EAN-128) ................................................ 13-25
Enable/Disable ISBT 128 ........................................................................................ 13-25
Code 39 ........................................................................................................................ 13-26
Enable/Disable Trioptic Code 39 ............................................................................ 13-26
Convert Code 39 to Code 32 .................................................................................. 13-27
Code 32 Prefix ........................................................................................................ 13-27
Set Lengths for Code 39 ......................................................................................... 13-28
Code 39 Check Digit Verification ............................................................................ 13-29
Transmit Code 39 Check Digit ................................................................................ 13-30
Code 39 Full ASCII Conversion .............................................................................. 13-31
Code 39 Buffering (Scan & Store) .......................................................................... 13-32
Code 93 ........................................................................................................................ 13-34
Enable/Disable Code 93 ......................................................................................... 13-34
Set Lengths for Code 93 ......................................................................................... 13-35
Code 11 ........................................................................................................................ 13-37
Code 11 .................................................................................................................. 13-37
Set Lengths for Code 11 ......................................................................................... 13-38
Code 11 Check Digit Verification ............................................................................ 13-40
Transmit Code 11 Check Digits .............................................................................. 13-41
Interleaved 2 of 5 (ITF) ................................................................................................. 13-41
Enable/Disable Interleaved 2 of 5 ........................................................................... 13-41
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Set Lengths for Interleaved 2 of 5 ........................................................................... 13-42
I 2 of 5 Check Digit Verification ............................................................................... 13-43
Transmit I 2 of 5 Check Digit ................................................................................... 13-44
Convert I 2 of 5 to EAN-13 ...................................................................................... 13-44
Discrete 2 of 5 (DTF) .................................................................................................... 13-45
Enable/Disable Discrete 2 of 5 ................................................................................ 13-45
Set Lengths for Discrete 2 of 5 ............................................................................... 13-46
Codabar (NW - 7) ......................................................................................................... 13-48
Enable/Disable Codabar ......................................................................................... 13-48
Set Lengths for Codabar ......................................................................................... 13-49
CLSI Editing ............................................................................................................ 13-51
NOTIS Editing ......................................................................................................... 13-51
MSI ............................................................................................................................... 13-52
Enable/Disable MSI ................................................................................................ 13-52
Set Lengths for MSI ................................................................................................ 13-52
MSI Check Digits .................................................................................................... 13-54
Transmit MSI Check Digit(s) ................................................................................... 13-55
MSI Check Digit Algorithm ...................................................................................... 13-55
Inverse 1D .................................................................................................................... 13-56
Postal Codes ................................................................................................................ 13-57
US Postnet .............................................................................................................. 13-57
US Planet ................................................................................................................ 13-57
UK Postal ................................................................................................................ 13-58
Transmit UK Postal Check Digit .............................................................................. 13-58
Japan Postal ........................................................................................................... 13-59
Australian Postal ..................................................................................................... 13-59
Dutch Postal ............................................................................................................ 13-60
4State Postal ........................................................................................................... 13-60
Post US4 ................................................................................................................. 13-61
Transmit US Postal Check Digit .............................................................................. 13-61
GS1 DataBar (formerly RSS - Reduced Space Symbology) ........................................ 13-62
GS1 DataBar-14 ..................................................................................................... 13-62
GS1 DataBar Limited .............................................................................................. 13-62
GS1 DataBar Expanded ......................................................................................... 13-63
Convert GS1 DataBar to UPC/EAN ........................................................................ 13-63
Composite ..................................................................................................................... 13-64
Composite CC-C ..................................................................................................... 13-64
Composite CC-A/B .................................................................................................. 13-64
Composite TLC-39 .................................................................................................. 13-65
UPC Composite Mode ............................................................................................ 13-66
Composite Beep Mode ........................................................................................... 13-67
GS1-128 Emulation Mode for UCC/EAN Composite Codes ................................... 13-67
2D Symbologies ............................................................................................................ 13-68
Enable/Disable PDF417 .......................................................................................... 13-68
Enable/Disable MicroPDF417 ................................................................................. 13-68
Code 128 Emulation ............................................................................................... 13-69
Data Matrix .............................................................................................................. 13-70
Data Matrix Inverse ................................................................................................. 13-71
Maxicode ................................................................................................................. 13-71
QR Code ................................................................................................................. 13-72
MicroQR .................................................................................................................. 13-72
QR Inverse .............................................................................................................. 13-73
Aztec ....................................................................................................................... 13-73
Aztec Inverse .......................................................................................................... 13-74
Redundancy Level ........................................................................................................ 13-75
Redundancy Level 1 ............................................................................................... 13-75
Redundancy Level 3 ............................................................................................... 13-75
Redundancy Level 4 ............................................................................................... 13-75
Security Level ............................................................................................................... 13-77
Intercharacter Gap Size .......................................................................................... 13-78
Report Version .............................................................................................................. 13-78
Macro PDF Features .................................................................................................... 13-79
Flush Macro Buffer .................................................................................................. 13-79
Abort Macro PDF Entry ........................................................................................... 13-79
Chapter 14: Miscellaneous Scanner Options
Introduction ................................................................................................................... 14-1
Scanning Sequence Examples ..................................................................................... 14-1
Errors While Scanning .................................................................................................. 14-2
Miscellaneous Scanner Parameter Defaults ................................................................. 14-2
Miscellaneous Scanner Parameters ............................................................................. 14-3
Transmit Code ID Character ................................................................................... 14-3
Prefix/Suffix Values ................................................................................................. 14-4
Scan Data Transmission Format ............................................................................ 14-5
FN1 Substitution Values ......................................................................................... 14-7
Transmit “No Read” Message ................................................................................. 14-8
Synapse Interface ................................................................................................... 14-9
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Chapter 15: Advanced Data Formatting
Introduction ................................................................................................................... 15-1
Rules: Criteria Linked to Actions ................................................................................... 15-1
Using ADF Bar Codes .................................................................................................. 15-2
ADF Bar Code Menu Example ..................................................................................... 15-2
Rule 1: The Code 128 Scanning Rule .................................................................... 15-3
Rule 2: The UPC Scanning Rule ............................................................................ 15-3
Alternate Rule Sets ................................................................................................. 15-3
Rules Hierarchy (in Bar Codes) .............................................................................. 15-4
Default Rules .......................................................................................................... 15-5
ADF Bar Codes ............................................................................................................. 15-5
Special Commands ....................................................................................................... 15-8
Pause Duration ....................................................................................................... 15-8
Begin New Rule ...................................................................................................... 15-8
Save Rule ............................................................................................................... 15-8
Erase ....................................................................................................................... 15-9
Quit Entering Rules ................................................................................................. 15-9
Disable Rule Set ..................................................................................................... 15-10
Criteria .......................................................................................................................... 15-11
Code Types ............................................................................................................. 15-11
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Code Lengths .......................................................................................................... 15-18
Message Containing A Specific Data String ........................................................... 15-23
Actions .......................................................................................................................... 15-28
Send Data ............................................................................................................... 15-28
Setup Field(s) .......................................................................................................... 15-31
Modify Data ............................................................................................................. 15-37
Pad Data with Spaces ............................................................................................. 15-38
Pad Data with Zeros ............................................................................................... 15-42
Beeps ...................................................................................................................... 15-47
Send Keystroke (Control Characters and Keyboard Characters) ........................... 15-47
Send Right Control Key .......................................................................................... 15-83
Send Graphic User Interface (GUI) Characters ...................................................... 15-84
Turn On/Off Rule Sets ............................................................................................ 15-89
Alphanumeric Keyboard ............................................................................................... 15-91
Appendix A: Standard Default Parameters
Appendix B: Programming Reference
Symbol Code Identifiers ................................................................................................ B-1
AIM Code Identifiers ..................................................................................................... B-3
Appendix C: Sample Bar Codes
Code 39 ........................................................................................................................ C-1
UPC/EAN ...................................................................................................................... C-1
UPC-A, 100 % ......................................................................................................... C-1
EAN-13, 100 % ....................................................................................................... C-2
Code 128 ...................................................................................................................... C-2
Interleaved 2 of 5 .......................................................................................................... C-2
GS1 DataBar-14 ........................................................................................................... C-2
PDF417 ......................................................................................................................... C-3
Data Matrix ................................................................................................................... C-3
Maxicode ...................................................................................................................... C-3
QR Code ....................................................................................................................... C-4
US Postnet .................................................................................................................... C-4
UK Postal ...................................................................................................................... C-4
Appendix D: Numeric Bar Codes
Numeric Bar Codes ...................................................................................................... D-1
Cancel ........................................................................................................................... D-3
Appendix E: ASCII Character Sets
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About This Guide
Introduction
The Symbol DS3408 Product Reference Guide provides genera l instructions for setting up, operating, maintaining,
and troubleshooting the DS3408 Standard Range and High Density digital scanners.
Configurations
This guide includes the following configurations:
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DS3408-SF - Standard focus
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DS3408-HD - High density scanning
Chapter Descriptions
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Chapter 1, Getting Started provides a product overview, unpacking instructions, and cable connection
information.
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Chapter 2, Scanning describes parts of the digital scanner, beeper and LED definitions, and how to use the
digital scanner in hand-held and presentation (hands-free) modes.
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Chapter 3, Maintenance and Technical Specifications provides information on how to care for the digital
scanner, troubleshooting, and technical specifications.
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Chapter 4, User Preferences provides programming bar codes for selecting user preference features for the
digital scanner.
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Chapter 5, Decoding Preferences provides programming bar codes for selecting digital scanner preference
features.
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Chapter 6, Keyboard Wedge Interface describes how to set up a Keyboard Wedge interface with the digit al
scanner.
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Chapter 7, RS-232 Interface describes how to set up the digital scanner with an RS-232 host, such as
point-of-sale devices, host computers, or other devices with an available RS-232 port.
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Chapter 8, USB Interface describes how to set up the digital scanner with a USB host.
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Chapter 9, IBM 468X/469X Interface describes how to set up the digital scanner with IBM 468X/469X POS
systems.
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Chapter 10, Wand Emulation Interface describes how to set up the digital scanner with a Wand Emulation
host.
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Chapter 11, Scanner Emulation Interface describes how to set up the digital scanner with an Undecoded
Scanner Emulation host.
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Chapter 12, 123 Scan describes the 123S can PC-b a s ed sca nn er configuration tool, and provides the bar
code to scan to communicate with the 123Scan program.
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Chapter 13, Symbologies describes all symbology features and provides programming bar codes for
selecting these features for the digital scanner.
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Chapter 14, Miscellaneous Scanner Option s includes features frequently used to customize how data
transmits to the host device.
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Chapter 15, Advanced Data Formatting (ADF) describes how to customize scanned data befo re transmitting
to the host.
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Appendix A, Standard Defaul t Parameters provides a table of all host devices and miscellaneous digital
scanner defaults.
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Appendix B, Programming Reference provides a table of AIM code identifiers, ASCII character conversions,
and keyboard maps.
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Appendix C, Sample Bar Codes includes sample bar codes of various code types.
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Appendix D, Numeric Bar Codes includes the numeric bar codes to scan for parameters requiring specific
numeric values.
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Appendix E, ASCII Character Sets provides ASCII character value tables.
Notational Conventions
The following conventions are used in this document:
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Bullets (•) indicate:
• action items
• lists of alternatives
• lists of required steps that are not necessarily sequential.
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Sequential lists (e.g., those that describe step-by-s te p pr oc ed ur e s) ap pe a r as nu m be re d lists.
•
Throughout the programming bar code menus, asterisks (*) are used to denote default parameter settings.
* Indicates Default
*Baud Rate 9600
Feature/Option
NOTE This symbol indicates something of special interest or importance to the reader. Failure to read the note
will not result in physical harm to the reader, equipment or data.
CAUTION This symbol indicates that if this information is ignored, the possibility of data or material damage may
WARNING! This symbol indicates that if this information is ignored the possibility that serious personal
Related Documents
The Symbol LS/DS3408 Quick St art Guide, p/n 72-67131-xx, provides general information for getting started with
the digital scanner, and includes basic set up and operation instructions.
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occur.
injury may occur.
For the latest version of this guide and all guides, go to: http://www.motorola.com/enterprisemobility/manuals.
Service Information
If you have a problem with your equipment, contact Motorola Enterprise Mobility support for your region. Contact
information is available at: http://www.motorola.com/enterprisemobility/contactsupport.
When contacting Enterprise Mobility support, please have the following information available:
•
Serial number of the unit
•
Model number or product name
•
Software type and version number
Motorola responds to calls by e-mail, telephone or fax within the time limits set forth in service agreements.
If your problem cannot be solved by Motorola Enterprise Mobility Support, you may need to return your equipment
for servicing and will be given specific directions. Motorola is not responsible for any damages incurred during
shipment if the approved shipping container is not used. Shipping the units improperly can possibly void the
warranty.
If you purchased your Enterprise Mobility business product from a Motorola business partner, please contact that
business partner for support.
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Chapter 1 Getting Started
Introduction
The Symbol DS3408 combines superior 1D and 2D omnidirectional bar code scanning and advanced ergonomics
to provide the best value in a digital scanner. Whether in hand-held mode or presentation (hands-free) mode in a
stand, the digital scanner ensures comfort and ease of use for extended periods of time.
Figure 1-1
The digital scanner supports:
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DS3408 Digital Scanner
Keyboard Wedge connection to a host. The host interprets scanned data as keystrokes. This interface
supports the following international keyboards (for Windows
French, French Canadian, Spanish, Italian, Swedish, UK English, Portuguese-Brazilian, and Japanese.
Stan da rd RS-2 32 con nection to a host. Scan b ar code menus to set up communication of the digital scanner
with the host.
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environment): North America, German,
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USB connection to a host. The digital scanner autodetects a USB host and defaults to the HID keyboard
interface type. Select other USB interface types by scanning programming bar code menus.This interface
supports the following international keyboards (for Windows
French, French Canadian, Spanish, Italian, Swedish, UK English, Portuguese-Brazilian, and Japanese.
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Connection to IBM® 468X/469X hosts. Scan bar code menus to set up commun ication with the IBM te rmin al.
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Wand Emulation connection to a host. The digital scanner connects to a portable data terminal, a controller,
or host which collects the data as wand data and decodes it.
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Scanner Emulation connection to a host. The digital scanner connects to a port able d ata terminal / controller
which collects the data and interprets it for the host.
•
Synapse capability which allows connection to a wide variety of host systems using a Synapse and Synapse
adapter cable. The digital scanner autodetects the host.
•
Configuration via 123Scan.
Unpacking
Remove the digital scanner from its packing and inspect it for damage. If the digital scanner was damaged in
transit, contact Motorola Enterprise Mobility Support. See page xv for contact information. KEEP THE PACKING . It
is the approved shipping container; use this to return the equipment for servicing.
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environment): North America, German,
Setting Up the Digital Scanner
Installing the Interface Cable
1. Loosen the two screws on the cable clamp at the bottom of the digital scanner and gently pull the clamp away
from the bottom of the digital scanner.
Figure 1-2
Loosening Screws on Bottom of Digital Scanner
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2. Open the clamp and plug the interface cable modular connector into the cable interface port on the bottom of
the digital scanner handle.
Figure 1-3
3. Gently tug the cable to ensure the connector is properly secured.
4. Close the clamp, push it back into place and tighten the screws on the clamp to secure the cable into the
Connecting the Interface Cable
bottom of the digital scanner.
Figure 1-4
5. Connect the other end of the interface cable to the host (see the specific host chapter for information on host
Securing the Clamp
connections).
NOTE Different hosts require different cables. The connectors illustrated in each host chapter are examples only.
The connectors may be different than those illustrated, but the steps to connect the digital scanner are the
same.
Removing the Interface Cable
1. Loosen the two screws on the cable clamp at the bottom of the digital scanner and gently pull the clamp away
from the bottom of the digital scanner.
2. Open the clamp and unplug the interface cable modular connector from the cable interface port on the bottom
of the digital scanner handle. Carefully slide out the cable.
3. Follow the steps for Installing the Interface Cable on page 1-2 to connect a new cable.
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Connecting a Synapse Cable Interface
NOTE Refer to the Synapse Interface Guide provided with the Synapse cable for detailed setup instructions.
Synapse Smart Cables enable interfacing to a variety of hosts. The Synapse cable has built-in intelligence to
detect that host.
To host
Synapse Smart Cable
Synapse Adapter Cable
To digital scanner
Figure 1-5
1. Plug the Synapse adapter cable (p/n 25-32463-xx) into the bottom of the digital scanner, as described in
Synapse Cable Connection
Installing the Interface Cable on page 1-2.
2. Align the ‘S’ on the Synapse adapter cable with the ‘S’ on the Synapse Smart Cable and plug the cable in.
3. Connect the other end of the Synapse Smart Cable to the host.
Connecting Power (if required)
If the host does not provide power to the digital scanner, connect an external power supply to the digital scanner:
1. Connect the interface cable to the bottom of the digital scanner, as described in Installing the Interface Cable
on page 1-2.
2. Connect the other end of the interface cable to the host (refer to the host manual to locate the correct port).
3. Plug the power supply into the power jack on the interface cable. Plug the other end of the power supp ly into
an AC outlet.
Configuring the Digital Scanner
To configure the digital scanner, use the bar codes included in this manual, or the 123Scan configuration program.
See Chapter 4, User Preferences for information about programming the digital scanner using bar code menus.
Also see each host-specific chapter to set up connection to a specific host type.
See Chapter 12, 123 Scan to configure the digit al scann er using this configu ration pr ogram. The program includes
a help file.
Chapter 2 Scanning
Introduction
This chapter provides beeper and LED definitions, techniqu es involved in scanning bar codes, general instructions
and tips about scanning, and decode zone diagrams.
Tether Plate
LED
Indicators
Scan Window
Figure 2-1
Scan Trigger
Parts
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Beeper Definitions
The digital scanner issues different beep sequences and patterns to indicate status. Table 2-1 defines beep
sequences that occur during both normal scanning and while programming the digital scanner.
Table 2-1
Standard Use
Short low/short medium/
short high beep sequence
1 short high beep A bar code symbol was decoded (if decode beeper is enabled).
4 long low beeps A transmission error occurred when scanning a bar code. The data
5 low beeps Conversion or format error.
Lo/hi/lo beeps ADF transmit error. See
Short high/short high/short high/long low
beep sequence
Parameter Menu Scanning
Short high beep Correct entry scanned or correct menu sequence performed.
Long low/long high beep sequence Input error; incorrect bar code, programming sequence, or
Beeper Definitions
Beeper Sequence Indication
Power up.
is ignored. This occurs if the digital scanner is not properly
configured. Check option setting.
Chapter 15, Advanced Data Forma tting
RS-232 receive error.
Cancel
scanned; digital scanner remains in ADF program mode.
.
Short high/short low beep sequence Keyboard parameter selected. Enter value using numeric bar
codes.
Short high/short low/short high/short low
beep sequence
Short low/short high/short low/short high
beep sequence
Code 39 Buffering
Hi/lo beeps New Code 39 data was entered into the buffer.
3 long high beeps Code 39 buffer is full.
Lo/hi/lo beeps The Code 39 buffer was erased or there was an attempt to clear or
Lo/hi beeps A successful transmission of buffered data.
Successful program exit with change in parameter setting.
Out of host parameter storage space. Scan
on page 4-3
transmit an empty buffer.
.
Set Default Parameter
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Table 2-1
Macro PDF
2 long low beeps File ID error. A bar code not in the current MPDF sequence was
3 long low beeps Out of memory. There is not enough buffer space to store the
4 long low beeps Bad symbology. Scanned a 1D or 2D bar code in a MPDF
5 long low beeps Flushing MPDF buffer.
Fast warble beep Aborting MPDF sequence.
Lo/Hi beeps Flushing an already empty MPDF buffer.
ADF Programming: Normal Data Entry. Duration of tones are short.
Hi/Lo beeps Enter another digit. Add leading zeros to the front if necessary.
Lo/Lo beeps Enter another alphabetic character or scan the
Beeper Definitions (Continued)
Beeper Sequence Indication
scanned.
current MPDF symbol.
sequence, a duplicate MPDF label, a label in an incorrect order, or
trying to transmit an empty or illegal MPDF field.
End of Message
bar code.
Hi/Hi beeps Enter another criterion or action, or scan the
Hi/Lo/Hi/Lo beeps Rule saved. Rule entry mode exited.
Hi/Lo/Lo beeps All criteria or actions cleared for current rule, continue entering rule.
Low beep Delete last saved rule. The current rule is left intact.
Lo/Hi/Hi beeps All rules are deleted.
ADF Programming: Error Indications. Duration of tones are very long.
Lo/Hi/Lo/Hi beeps Out of rule memory. Erase some existing rules, then try to save rule
again. (It is not necessary to re-enter the current rule.)
Lo/Hi/Lo beeps Cancel rule entry. Rule entry mode exited because of an e rror or the
user asked to exit rule entry.
Lo/Hi beeps Entry error, wrong bar code scanned. Re-enter criterion or action.
All previously entered criteria and actions are retained. Criteria or
action list is too long for a rule.
Save Rule
bar code.
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Table 2-1
Host Specific
Beeper Definitions (Continued)
USB only
4 short high beeps Digital scanner has not completed initialization. Wait several
Short low/short medium/short high
beep sequence after scanning a USB
device type
Short low/short medium/short high
beep sequence occurs more than once
RS-232 only
1 short high beep A <BEL> character is received and Beep on <BEL> is enabled.
LED Definitions
In addition to beep sequences, the digital scanner uses a two-color LED to indicate st atus. Table 2-2 defines LED
colors that display during scanning.
Beeper Sequence Indication
seconds and scan again.
Communication with the bus must be established before the digital
scanner can operate at the highest power level.
The USB bus can put the digital scanner in a state where power to
the digital scanner is cycled on and off more than once. This is
normal and usually happens when the PC cold boots.
Table 2-2
Off No power is applied to the digital scanner, or the digital scanner is on and ready to scan.
Green A bar code was successfully decoded.
Red A data transmission error or digital scanner malfunction occurred.
Standard LED Definitions
LED Indication
Scanning in Hand-Held Mode
Install and program the digital scanner (see Setting Up the Digital Scanner on page 1-2). For assistance, contact
the local supplier or Motorola Enterprise Mobility Support.
Scanning with the Digital Scanner
1. Ensure all connections are secure (see the appropriate host chapter.)
2. Aim the digital scanner at the bar code.
Scanning 2 - 5
Figure 2-2
3. When the digital scanner senses movement, in its default Auto Aim trigger mode, it projects a red laser aiming
pattern which allows positioning the bar code or object within the field of view. (To turn of f the default Auto Aim
trigger mode, see Trigger Mode on page 4-8.)
Figure 2-3
If necessary, the digital scanner turns on its red LEDs to illuminate the target bar code.
Scanning in Hand-Held Mode
Laser Aiming Pattern
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4. Center the symbol in any orientation within the aiming pattern. Be sure the entire symbol is within the
rectangular area formed by the brackets in the pattern.
1D bar code symbol
Aiming Pattern
Figure 2-4
5. Hold the trigger until the digital scanner beeps, indicating the bar co de is successfully decoded. For more
Centering Symbol in Aiming Pattern
2D bar code symbol
information on beeper and LED definitions, see Table 2-1 and Table 2-2.
This process usually occurs instantaneo usly. Steps 2 - 4 are repeated on poor quality or dif ficult bar code s, until the
bar code is decoded, the trigger is released, or the Decode Session Timeout occurs.
Scanning 2 - 7
Aiming
Hold the digital scanner between two and nine inches (depending on symbol density; see Decode Zones on page
2-9) from the symbol, centering the aiming pattern cross hairs on the symbol.
The aiming pattern is smaller when the digital scanner is closer to the symbol an d larger when it is farthe r from the
symbol. Scan symbols with smaller bars or elements (mil size) closer to the digital scanner, and those with larger
bars or elements (mil size) farther from the digital scanner.
The digital scanner can also read a bar code presented within the aiming pattern but not centered. The top
examples in Figure 2-5 show acceptable aiming options, while the bottom examples can not be decoded.
Figure 2-5
012345
012345
Acceptable and Incorrect Aiming
012345
012345
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Scanning in Presentation Mode
The optional Intellistand adds greater flexibility to scanning operation. When you place the digital scanner in the
stand’s “cup,” the scanner’s built-in sensor places the scanner in presentation (hands-free) mode. When you
remove the digital scanner from the stand it operates in its normal hand-held mode.
Adjust angle of
scanner “cup”
Scanner “Cup”
Figure 2-6
Inserting the Digital Scanner in the Intellistand
Adjust height of
IntelliStand
To operate the digital scanner in the Intellistand:
1. Connect the digital scanner to the host (see the appropriate host chapter for information on host connections).
2. Insert the digital scanner in the Intellistand by placing the front of the digital scanner into the stand’s “cup” (see
Figure 2-6).
3. Use the Intellistand’s adjustment knobs to adjust the height and angle of the digital scanner.
4. Center the symbol in the aiming pattern. The entire symbol must be within the brackets.
5. Upon successful decode, the digital scanner beeps and the LED turns green. For more information on beeper
and LED definitions, see Table 2-1 and Table 2-2.
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