
DS4208
Quick Start Guide
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POST IN WORK AREAPOST IN WORK AREA
Attach Cable
STEP 1 - ATTACH CABLE TO SCANNER
Remove Cable (to change interface)
See Product Reference Guide for detailed information
Note: An audible click sounds when the shielded cable is inserted correctly.
STEP 2 -CONNECT CABLE TO A HOST
NOTE: Cables may vary depending on configuration.
RS-232 Keyboard Wedge USB
IBM 46XX
STEP 3 - SET UP INTERFACE (Scan Host Bar Codes)
Important: Out of box, RS-232 and USB interfaces require no bar code scan setup. Bar codes are provided for complex programming or interface changes.
USB
Scan ONE of the bar codes below Scan ONE of the bar codes below
IBM HAND-HELD USB
HID KEYBOARD EMULATION
Symbol Native API (SNAPI) without Imaging Interface
Keyboard Wedge
IBM AT Notebook
IBM PC/AT and IBM PC COMPATIBLE
RS-232
Scan ONE of the bar codes below
OPOS/JPOS
STANDARD RS-232
IBM 46XX
Scan ONE of the
PORT 5B
PORT 9B
bar codes below
ADD AN ENTER KEY (CARRIAGE RETURN/LINE FEED)
To add an ENTER key after scanned data, scan all THREE bar codes below in numerical order.
1 2 3
SCAN OPTIONS
<DATA><SUFFIX> ENTER
ADD A TAB KEY
To add a Tab key after scanned data, scan all THREE Enter key bar codes above in numerical order then scan all FIVE bar codes below in numerical order.
1 2
SCAN SUFFIX
7
3 4
0
0
5
9

HANDS FREE STAND SET DEFAULTS
OPTIMUM SCANNING
123SCAN
2
SCANNER INDICATIONS
LED Indications
Standard Use
Off
Scanner is on and ready to scan,
or no power to scanner
Beeper Indications
Standard Use
Low/medium/high beeps Short beep 4 low beeps
Power up Bar code symbol decoded
Parameter Menu Scanning
High/low/high/low beeps
Successful
parameter setting
Green
Bar code is
successfully decoded
(if decode beeper enabled)
High/low beeps
Keyboard parameter
selected.
Red
Transmission error
Transmission error detected,
data is ignored
Low/high beeps
Input error; incorrect bar code,
programming sequence, or Cancel
scanned
Return to Factory Defaults
SET DEFAULTS
Troubleshooting
Scanner not working
No power to scanner
Check system power;
ensure power supply,
if required, is connected
Scanner decoding bar code, but data not transmitting to host
Scanner not programmed for correct host interface
Scan appropriate host parameter bar codes
Incorrect interface cable used Interface/power cables are loose
Ensure that correct
interface cable is used
TROUBLESHOOTING
Ensure all cable connections
are secure
Interface cable is loose
Ensure all cable connections
are secure
123Scan2 is an easy-to-use, PC-based software
tool that enables rapid and easy customized
setup via a bar code or USB cable. For more
information, visit:
http://www.motorolasolutions.com/123Scan.
Scanned data incorrectly displayed on host
Scanner not programmed for correct host interface
Scan appropriate host parameter bar codes
Scanner not decoding bar code
Scanner not programmed
for bar code type
Ensure scanner is programmed
to read type of bar code being
scanned
Bar code unreadable
Ensure bar code not defaced;
try scanning test bar code
of same bar code type
Distance between scanner
and bar code incorrect
Move scanner closer to or
further from bar code
RECOMMENDED USAGE GUIDE - OPTIMUM BODY POSTURE
Avoid Extreme Wrist Angles Avoid ReachingAvoid Bending
AVOID EXTREME
WRIST ANGLES
© 2011-2012 MOTOROLA, Inc. All rights reserved.
Motorola reserves the right to make changes to any product to improve reliability, function, or design.
Motorola does not assume any product liability arising out of, or in connection with, the application or use of any
product, circuit, or application described herein. No license is granted, either expressly or by implication,
estoppel, or otherwise under any patent right or patent, covering or relating to any combination, system,
apparatus, machine, material, method, or process in which Motorola products might be used. An implied license
exists only for equipment, circuits, and subsystems contained in Motorola products.
Power Supply
Use ONLY a LISTED Motorola, Type no. PWRS-14000 (5.2Vdc, 850mA minimum), direct plug-in power supply,
marked Class 2 or LPS (IEC60950-1, SELV). Use of alternative Power Supply will invalidate any approvals
given to this unit and may be dangerous.
Warranty
For the complete Motorola hardware product warranty statement, go to:
http://www.motorola.com/enterprisemobility/warranty.
Service Information
If you have a problem using the equipment, contact your facility’s Technical or Systems Support. If there is a
problem with the equipment, they will contact the Motorola Solutions Global Support Center at:
http://www.motorolasolutions.com/support.
For the latest version of this guide go to: http://www.motorolasolutions.com/support.
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)
REGULATORY INFORMATION
Scanner Labeling
AVOID BENDING
AVOID REACHING
Health and Safety Recommendations
Ergonomic
Recommendations
Caution: In order to avoid or minimize the potential risk of ergonomic
injury follow the recommendations below. Consult with your local
Health & Safety Manager to ensure that you are adhering to your
company’s safety programs to prevent employee injury.
• Reduce or eliminate repetitive motion.
• Maintain a natural position.
• Reduce or eliminate excessive force.
• Keep objects that are used frequently within easy reach.
• Perform tasks at correct heights.
• Reduce or eliminate vibration.
• Reduce or eliminate direct pressure.
• Provide adjustable workstations.
• Provide adequate clearance.
• Provide a suitable working environment.
• Improve work procedures.
Radio Frequency Interference Requirements -FCC
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Radio Frequency Interference Requirements - Canada
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Marking and European Economic Area (EEA)
Tested to comply
with FCC Standards
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MOTOROLA, MOTO, MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS and the Stylized M Logo are trademarks or
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All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
© 2011-2012 Motorola, Inc. All rights reserved.
72-139230-01 Revision B March 2011
Regulatory Information
This device is approved under Motorola, Inc. (“Motorola”).
This guide applies to Model Number: DS4208.
All Motorola devices are designed to be compliant with rules and regulations in locations they are sold
and will be labeled as required.
Local language translations are available at the following website: http://www.motorolasolutions.com/support.
Any changes or modifications to Motorola Technologies equipment, not expressly approved by
Motorola, could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Antennas: Use only the supplied or an approved replacement antenna. Unauthorized antennas,
modifications, or attachments could cause damage and may violate regulations.
LED Devices
Complies with IEC/EN60825-1:2001 & IEC/EN62471:2006
Statement of Compliance
Motorola hereby declares that this device is in compliance with all the applicable Directives,
2004/108/EC and 2006/95/EC. A Declaration of Conformity may be obtained from
http://www.motorola.com/doc.
TURKISH WEEE Statement of Compliance
EEE Yönetmeliğine Uygundur
Japan (VCCI) - Voluntary Control Council for Interference
Class B ITE
B
Korea Warning Statement for Class B ITE
Ukraine
This equipment corresponds to requirements of the Technical Regulation No. 1057, 2008 on
restrictions as to the use of some dangerous substances in electric and electronic devices.
For Australia Only
This warranty is given by Motorola Solutions Australia Pty Limited (ABN16 004 742 312) of
Tally Ho Business Park, 10 Wesley Court. Burwood East, Victoria. Our goods come with guarantees
that cannot be excluded under the Australia Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund
for a major failure and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also
entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure
does not amount to a major failure. Motorola Solutions Australia’s limited warranty above is in addition to
any rights and remedies you may have under the Australian Consumer Law. If you have any queries,
please call Motorola Solutions Australia at 1800457 439. You may also visit our website:
http://www.motorola.com/Business/XA-EN/Pages/Contact_Us for the most updated warranty terms.
DS4208
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