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Revision History............................................................................................................. iv

About This Guide

Introduction .................................................................................................................... xiii

Configurations................................................................................................................ xiii

Chapter Descriptions ..................................................................................................... xiv

Notational Conventions.................................................................................................. xv

Related Documents ....................................................................................................... xv

Service Information........................................................................................................ xvi

Chapter 1: Getting Started

Introduction ................................................................................................................... 1-1

Interfaces ...................................................................................................................... 1-2

Unpacking ..................................................................................................................... 1-2

Setting Up the Digital Scanner ...................................................................................... 1-3

Installing the Interface Cable .................................................................................. 1-3

Removing the Interface Cable ........................................................................... 1-4

Connecting Power (if required) ............................................................................... 1-4

Configuring the Digital Scanner .............................................................................. 1-4

Accessories ................................................................................................................... 1-5

Chapter 2: Scanning

Introduction ................................................................................................................... 2-1

Beeper Definitions ......................................................................................................... 2-2

LED Definitions ............................................................................................................. 2-4

Scanning ....................................................................................................................... 2-5

Scanning in Hands-Free (Presentation) Mode ........................................................ 2-5

Assemble the Stand .......................................................................................... 2-5

Scanning with Intellistand .................................................................................. 2-6

Scanning in Hand-Held Mode ................................................................................. 2-7

Aiming ..................................................................................................................... 2-7

Decode Ranges ............................................................................................................ 2-9

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Chapter 3: Maintenance, Troubleshooting & Technical Specifications

Introduction ................................................................................................................... 3-1

Maintenance ................................................................................................................. 3-1

Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................ 3-2

Technical Specifications ............................................................................................... 3-5

Digital Scanner Signal Descriptions .............................................................................. 3-7

Chapter 4: User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options

Introduction ................................................................................................................... 4-1

Scanning Sequence Examples ..................................................................................... 4-2

Errors While Scanning .................................................................................................. 4-2

User Preferences/Miscellaneous Options Parameter Defaults ..................................... 4-2

User Preferences .......................................................................................................... 4-4

Set Default Parameter ............................................................................................ 4-4

Parameter Bar Code Scanning ............................................................................... 4-5

Beep After Good Decode ........................................................................................ 4-5

Beeper Tone ........................................................................................................... 4-6

Beeper Volume ....................................................................................................... 4-7

Beeper Duration ...................................................................................................... 4-8

Suppress Power-up Beeps ..................................................................................... 4-8

Low Power Mode .................................................................................................... 4-9

Time Delay to Low Power Mode ............................................................................. 4-9

Hand-Held Trigger Mode ........................................................................................ 4-12

Picklist Mode ........................................................................................................... 4-13

Continuous Bar Code Read .................................................................................... 4-14

Unique Bar Code Reporting .................................................................................... 4-14

Decode Session Timeout ........................................................................................ 4-15

Timeout Between Decodes, Same Symbol ............................................................ 4-15

Timeout Between Decodes, Different Symbols ...................................................... 4-16

Fuzzy 1D Processing .............................................................................................. 4-16

Decode Mirror Images (Data Matrix Only) .............................................................. 4-17

Mobile Phone/Display Mode ................................................................................... 4-18

PDF Prioritization .................................................................................................... 4-19

PDF Prioritization Timeout ...................................................................................... 4-19

Hand-Held Decode Aiming Pattern ......................................................................... 4-20

Hands-Free Decode Aiming Pattern ....................................................................... 4-21

Presentation Mode Field of View ............................................................................ 4-22

Decoding Illumination (Hand-held Mode only) ........................................................ 4-23

Multicode Mode ....................................................................................................... 4-23

Multicode Expression .............................................................................................. 4-24

Multicode Expression Syntax: [n] [Element 1]; [Element 2 ]; ... [Element n]; .... 4-24

Notes ................................................................................................................. 4-25

Example 1 ................................................................................................... 4-26

Example 2a ................................................................................................. 4-27

Example 2b ................................................................................................. 4-27

Example 3 ................................................................................................... 4-28

Multicode Mode Concatenation .............................................................................. 4-29

Multicode Concatenation Symbology ...................................................................... 4-30

Multicode Troubleshooting ...................................................................................... 4-31

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Troubleshooting Multicode Expression Programming ...................................... 4-31

Troubleshooting Multicode Mode Scanning and Decoding ............................... 4-31

Examples of Simple Multicode Expressions ............................................... 4-32

Miscellaneous Scanner Parameters ............................................................................. 4-33

Transmit Code ID Character ................................................................................... 4-33

Prefix/Suffix Values ................................................................................................. 4-34

Scan Data Transmission Format ............................................................................ 4-35

FN1 Substitution Values ......................................................................................... 4-36

Transmit “No Read” Message ................................................................................. 4-37

Chapter 5: USB Interface

Introduction ................................................................................................................... 5-1

Connecting a USB Interface ......................................................................................... 5-2

USB Parameter Defaults .............................................................................................. 5-3

USB Host Parameters .................................................................................................. 5-5

USB Device Type .................................................................................................... 5-5

Symbol Native API (SNAPI) Status Handshaking ................................................... 5-6

USB Country Keyboard Types - Country Codes ..................................................... 5-7

USB Keystroke Delay ............................................................................................. 5-9

Simulated Caps Lock .............................................................................................. 5-10

USB CAPS Lock Override ...................................................................................... 5-10

USB Ignore Unknown Characters ........................................................................... 5-11

USB Convert Unknown to Code 39 ........................................................................ 5-11

USB Ignore Beep Directive ..................................................................................... 5-12

USB Ignore Type Directive ..................................................................................... 5-12

Emulate Keypad ...................................................................................................... 5-13

Emulate Keypad with Leading Zero ........................................................................ 5-13

USB Keyboard FN 1 Substitution ............................................................................ 5-14

Function Key Mapping ............................................................................................ 5-14

Convert Case .......................................................................................................... 5-15

USB Static CDC ...................................................................................................... 5-15

USB Polling Interval ................................................................................................ 5-16

Quick Keypad Emulation ......................................................................................... 5-18

ASCII Character Set for USB ........................................................................................ 5-19

Chapter 6: RS-232 Interface

Introduction ................................................................................................................... 6-1

Connecting an RS-232 Interface .................................................................................. 6-2

RS-232 Parameter Defaults .......................................................................................... 6-3

RS-232 Host Parameters .............................................................................................. 6-4

RS-232 Host Types ................................................................................................. 6-6

Baud Rate ............................................................................................................... 6-8

Parity ....................................................................................................................... 6-9

Stop Bit Select ........................................................................................................ 6-10

Data Bits ................................................................................................................. 6-10

Check Receive Errors ............................................................................................. 6-11

Hardware Handshaking .......................................................................................... 6-11

Software Handshaking ............................................................................................ 6-13

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Host Serial Response Time-out .............................................................................. 6-15

RTS Line State ........................................................................................................ 6-16

Beep on <BEL> ....................................................................................................... 6-16

Intercharacter Delay ................................................................................................ 6-17

Nixdorf Beep/LED Options ...................................................................................... 6-18

Ignore Unknown Characters ................................................................................... 6-18

ASCII Character Set for RS-232 ................................................................................... 6-19

Chapter 7: IBM 468X / 469X Interface

Introduction ................................................................................................................... 7-1

Connecting to an IBM 468X/469X Host ........................................................................ 7-2

IBM Parameter Defaults ............................................................................................... 7-3

IBM 468X/469X Host Parameters ................................................................................. 7-4

Port Address ........................................................................................................... 7-4

Convert Unknown to Code 39 ................................................................................. 7-5

Ignore Beep Directive ............................................................................................. 7-5

Ignore Configuration Directive ................................................................................ 7-6

Chapter 8: Keyboard Wedge Interface

Introduction ................................................................................................................... 8-1

Connecting a Keyboard Wedge Interface ..................................................................... 8-2

Keyboard Wedge Parameter Defaults .......................................................................... 8-3

Keyboard Wedge Host Parameters .............................................................................. 8-4

Keyboard Wedge Host Types ................................................................................. 8-4

Keyboard Wedge Country Types - Country Codes ................................................. 8-5

Ignore Unknown Characters ................................................................................... 8-7

Keystroke Delay ...................................................................................................... 8-7

Intra-Keystroke Delay ............................................................................................. 8-8

Alternate Numeric Keypad Emulation ..................................................................... 8-8

Simulated Caps Lock .............................................................................................. 8-9

Caps Lock Override ................................................................................................ 8-9

Convert Wedge Case .............................................................................................. 8-10

Function Key Mapping ............................................................................................ 8-10

FN1 Substitution ..................................................................................................... 8-11

Send Make and Break ............................................................................................ 8-11

Keyboard Maps ....................................................................................................... 8-12

ASCII Character Set for Keyboard Wedge ................................................................... 8-13

Chapter 9: Symbologies

Introduction ................................................................................................................... 9-1

Scanning Sequence Examples ..................................................................................... 9-1

Errors While Scanning .................................................................................................. 9-2

Symbology Parameter Defaults .................................................................................... 9-2

Disable All Code Types ................................................................................................ 9-7

UPC/EAN ...................................................................................................................... 9-8

Enable/Disable UPC-A ............................................................................................ 9-8

Enable/Disable UPC-E ............................................................................................ 9-8

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Enable/Disable UPC-E1 .......................................................................................... 9-9

Enable/Disable EAN-8/JAN-8 ................................................................................. 9-9

Enable/Disable EAN-13/JAN-13 ............................................................................. 9-10

Enable/Disable Bookland EAN ............................................................................... 9-10

Bookland ISBN Format ........................................................................................... 9-11

Decode UPC/EAN/JAN Supplementals .................................................................. 9-12

User-Programmable Supplementals ....................................................................... 9-15

UPC/EAN/JAN Supplemental Redundancy ............................................................ 9-15

UPC/EAN/JAN Supplemental AIM ID Format ......................................................... 9-16

Transmit UPC-A Check Digit .................................................................................. 9-17

Transmit UPC-E Check Digit .................................................................................. 9-17

Transmit UPC-E1 Check Digit ................................................................................ 9-18

UPC-A Preamble .................................................................................................... 9-18

UPC-E Preamble .................................................................................................... 9-19

UPC-E1 Preamble .................................................................................................. 9-20

Convert UPC-E to UPC-A ....................................................................................... 9-21

Convert UPC-E1 to UPC-A ..................................................................................... 9-21

EAN-8/JAN-8 Extend .............................................................................................. 9-22

UCC Coupon Extended Code ................................................................................. 9-22

Coupon Report ........................................................................................................ 9-23

ISSN EAN ............................................................................................................... 9-24

Code 128 ...................................................................................................................... 9-25

Enable/Disable Code 128 ....................................................................................... 9-25

Set Lengths for Code 128 ....................................................................................... 9-25

Enable/Disable GS1-128 (formerly UCC/EAN-128) ................................................ 9-26

Enable/Disable ISBT 128 ........................................................................................ 9-27

ISBT Concatenation ................................................................................................ 9-28

Check ISBT Table ................................................................................................... 9-29

ISBT Concatenation Redundancy ........................................................................... 9-29

Code 39 ........................................................................................................................ 9-30

Enable/Disable Code 39 ......................................................................................... 9-30

Enable/Disable Trioptic Code 39 ............................................................................ 9-30

Convert Code 39 to Code 32 .................................................................................. 9-31

Code 32 Prefix ........................................................................................................ 9-31

Set Lengths for Code 39 ......................................................................................... 9-32

Code 39 Check Digit Verification ............................................................................ 9-33

Transmit Code 39 Check Digit ................................................................................ 9-33

Code 39 Full ASCII Conversion .............................................................................. 9-34

Code 39 Buffering - Scan & Store ........................................................................... 9-35

Buffer Data ........................................................................................................ 9-35

Clear Transmission Buffer ................................................................................ 9-35

Transmit Buffer ................................................................................................. 9-36

Overfilling Transmission Buffer ......................................................................... 9-36

Attempt to Transmit an Empty Buffer ................................................................ 9-36

Code 93 ........................................................................................................................ 9-37

Enable/Disable Code 93 ......................................................................................... 9-37

Set Lengths for Code 93 ......................................................................................... 9-37

Code 11 ........................................................................................................................ 9-39

Code 11 .................................................................................................................. 9-39

Set Lengths for Code 11 ......................................................................................... 9-39

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Code 11 Check Digit Verification ............................................................................ 9-41

Transmit Code 11 Check Digits .............................................................................. 9-42

Interleaved 2 of 5 (ITF) ................................................................................................. 9-42

Enable/Disable Interleaved 2 of 5 ........................................................................... 9-42

Set Lengths for Interleaved 2 of 5 ........................................................................... 9-43

I 2 of 5 Check Digit Verification ............................................................................... 9-45

Transmit I 2 of 5 Check Digit ................................................................................... 9-45

Convert I 2 of 5 to EAN-13 ...................................................................................... 9-46

Discrete 2 of 5 (DTF) .................................................................................................... 9-46

Enable/Disable Discrete 2 of 5 ................................................................................ 9-46

Set Lengths for Discrete 2 of 5 ............................................................................... 9-47

Codabar (NW - 7) ......................................................................................................... 9-49

Enable/Disable Codabar ......................................................................................... 9-49

Set Lengths for Codabar ......................................................................................... 9-49

CLSI Editing ............................................................................................................ 9-51

NOTIS Editing ......................................................................................................... 9-51

MSI ............................................................................................................................... 9-52

Enable/Disable MSI ................................................................................................ 9-52

Set Lengths for MSI ................................................................................................ 9-52

MSI Check Digits .................................................................................................... 9-54

Transmit MSI Check Digit(s) ................................................................................... 9-54

MSI Check Digit Algorithm ...................................................................................... 9-55

Chinese 2 of 5 ............................................................................................................... 9-55

Enable/Disable Chinese 2 of 5 ................................................................................ 9-55

Matrix 2 of 5 .................................................................................................................. 9-56

Enable/Disable Matrix 2 of 5 ................................................................................... 9-56

Set Lengths for Matrix 2 of 5 ................................................................................... 9-57

Matrix 2 of 5 Check Digit ......................................................................................... 9-58

Transmit Matrix 2 of 5 Check Digit .......................................................................... 9-58

Korean 3 of 5 ................................................................................................................ 9-59

Enable/Disable Korean 3 of 5 ................................................................................. 9-59

Inverse 1D .................................................................................................................... 9-60

Postal Codes ................................................................................................................ 9-61

US Postnet .............................................................................................................. 9-61

US Planet ................................................................................................................ 9-61

Transmit US Postal Check Digit .............................................................................. 9-62

UK Postal ................................................................................................................ 9-62

Transmit UK Postal Check Digit .............................................................................. 9-63

Japan Postal ........................................................................................................... 9-63

Australia Post .......................................................................................................... 9-64

Australia Post Format ............................................................................................. 9-65

Netherlands KIX Code ........................................................................................... 9-66

USPS 4CB/One Code/Intelligent Mail ..................................................................... 9-66

UPU FICS Postal .................................................................................................... 9-67

GS1 DataBar ................................................................................................................ 9-68

GS1 DataBar ........................................................................................................... 9-68

GS1 DataBar Limited .............................................................................................. 9-69

GS1 DataBar Expanded ......................................................................................... 9-69

Convert GS1 DataBar to UPC/EAN ........................................................................ 9-70

Composite ..................................................................................................................... 9-71

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Composite CC-C ..................................................................................................... 9-71

Composite CC-A/B .................................................................................................. 9-71

Composite TLC-39 .................................................................................................. 9-72

UPC Composite Mode ............................................................................................ 9-72

Composite Beep Mode ........................................................................................... 9-73

GS1-128 Emulation Mode for UCC/EAN Composite Codes ................................... 9-73

2D Symbologies ............................................................................................................ 9-74

Enable/Disable PDF417 .......................................................................................... 9-74

Enable/Disable MicroPDF417 ................................................................................. 9-74

Code 128 Emulation ............................................................................................... 9-75

Data Matrix .............................................................................................................. 9-76

Data Matrix Inverse ................................................................................................. 9-76

Maxicode ................................................................................................................. 9-77

QR Code ................................................................................................................. 9-77

QR Inverse .............................................................................................................. 9-78

MicroQR .................................................................................................................. 9-78

Aztec ....................................................................................................................... 9-79

Aztec Inverse .......................................................................................................... 9-79

Redundancy Level ........................................................................................................ 9-80

Redundancy Level 1 ............................................................................................... 9-80

Redundancy Level 2 ............................................................................................... 9-80

Redundancy Level 3 ............................................................................................... 9-80

Redundancy Level 4 ............................................................................................... 9-81

Security Level ............................................................................................................... 9-82

Intercharacter Gap Size .......................................................................................... 9-83

Macro PDF Features .................................................................................................... 9-84

Flush Macro Buffer .................................................................................................. 9-84

Abort Macro PDF Entry ........................................................................................... 9-84

Chapter 10: 123Scan2

Introduction ................................................................................................................... 10-1

Communication with 123Scan2 .................................................................................... 10-1

123Scan2 Requirements .............................................................................................. 10-1

Chapter 11: Advanced Data Formatting

Introduction ................................................................................................................... 11-1

Appendix A: Standard Default Parameters

Appendix B: Programming Reference

Symbol Code Identifiers ................................................................................................ B-1

AIM Code Identifiers ..................................................................................................... B-3

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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-3

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-2

Appendix E: ASCII Character Sets

Index

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About This Guide

Introduction

The DS4208 Product Reference Guide provides general instructions for setting up, operating, maintaining, and

troubleshooting the DS4208 digital scanner.

Configurations

This guide includes the following DS4208 digital scanner configurations:

•

DS4208-SR00001WR DS4208 Digital Scanner, Standard Range, Cash Register White

•

DS4208-SR00007WR DS4208 Digital Scanner, Standard Range, Twilight Black

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Chapter Descriptions

To pi cs c ov er e d i n th i s g u id e ar e as f ol l ow s :

•

Chapter 1, Getting Started provides a product overview, unpacking instructions, and cable connection

information.

•

Chapter 2, Scanning describes parts of the digital scanner, beeper and LED definitions, and how to use the

scanner in hand-held and hands-free (presentation) modes.

•

Chapter 3, Maintenance, Troubleshooting & Technical Specifications provides information on how to care for

the digital scanner, troubleshooting, and technical specifications.

•

Chapter 4, User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options describes features frequently used to

customize how data transmits to the host device and programming bar codes for selecting user preference features for the digital scanner.

•

Chapter 5, USB Interface describes how to set up the digital scanner with a USB host.

•

Chapter 6, 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.

•

Chapter 7, IBM 468X / 469X Interface describes how to set up the digital scanner with IBM 468X/469X POS

systems.

•

Chapter 8, Keyboard Wedge Interface describes how to set up a Keyboard Wedge interface with the digital

scanner.

•

Chapter 9, Symbologies describes all symbology features and provides programming bar codes for selecting

these features for the digital scanner.

•

Chapter 10, 123Scan2 describes this PC-based scanner configuration tool which enables rapid and easy

customized setup of scanners.

•

Chapter 11, Advanced Data Formatting briefly describes ADF, a means of customizing data before

transmission to the host device, and includes a reference to the ADF Programmer Guide.

•

Appendix A, Standard Default Parameters provides a table of all host devices and miscellaneous scanner

defaults.

•

Appendix B, Programming Reference provides a table of AIM code identifiers, ASCII character conversions,

and keyboard maps.

•

Appendix C, Sample Bar Codes includes sample bar codes of various code types.

•

Appendix D, Numeric Bar Codes includes the numeric bar codes to scan for parameters requiring specific

numeric values.

•

Appendix E, ASCII Character Sets provides ASCII character value tables.

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Notational Conventions

The following conventions are used in this document:

•

Italics are used to highlight the following:

• Chapters and sections in this and related documents

• Dialog box, window and screen names

• Drop-down list and list box names

• Check box and radio button names

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Bold text is used to highlight the following:

• Key names on a keypad

• Button names on a screen.

•

bullets (•) indicate:

• Action items

• Lists of alternatives

• Lists of required steps that are not necessarily sequential

•

Sequential lists (e.g., those that describe step-by-step procedures) appear as numbered lists.

•

Throughout the programming bar code menus, asterisks (*) are used to denote default parameter settings.

Related Documents

•

DS4208 Quick Start Guide, p/n 72-139230-xx - provides general information for getting started with the DS4208 digital scanner, and includes basic set up and operation instructions.

•

Advanced Data Formatting Programmer Guide, p/n 72E-69680-xx - provides information on ADF, a means of customizing data before transmission to a host.

For the latest version of this guide and all guides, go to: http://supportcentral.motorola.com

*Baud Rate 9600

Feature/Option

* Indicates Default

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Service Information

If you have a problem with your equipment, contact Motorola Solutions support for your region. Contact information

is available at: http://supportcentral.motorola.com

When contacting 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 Solutions 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 Motorola business product from a Motorola business partner, please contact that business

partner for support.

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Chapter 1 Getting Started

Introduction

The DS4208 combines superior 1D and 2D omnidirectional bar code scanning and transfer with a light-weight,

hands-free/hand-held design. The digital scanner’s Intellistand seamlessly accommodates both counter-top and

hand-held use. Whether in hands-free (presentation) or hand-held mode, the digital scanner ensures comfort and

ease of use for extended periods of time.

Figure 1-1

DS4208 Digital Scanner

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Interfaces

The DS4208 digital scanner supports:

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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® environment): North America, German, French, French Canadian, Spanish, Italian, Swedish, UK English, Portuguese-Brazilian, and Japanese.

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Stand ard RS-23 2 c onn ection to a host. Scan bar code menus to set up communic ati on of the digital sc ann er with the host.

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Connection to IBM 468X/469X hosts. Scan bar code menus to set up communication of the digital scanner with the IBM terminal.

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Keyboard Wedge connection to a host. The host interprets scanned data as keystrokes. Scan bar code menus to set up communication of the digital scanner with the host. This interface supports the following international keyboards (for Windows® environment): North America, German, French International, French Canadian, French Belgian, Spanish, Italian, Swedish, UK English, Brazilian-Portuguese and Japanese.

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Configuration via 123Scan2.

Unpacking

Remove the digital scanner from its packing and inspect it for damage. If the scanner was damaged in transit,

contact Motorola Solutions Support. See page xvi for information. KEEP THE PACKING. It is the approved

shipping container; use this to return the equipment for servicing.

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Setting Up the Digital Scanner

Installing the Interface Cable

1. Insert the interface cable modular connector into the interface cable port on the rear of the digital scanner until

an audible click sounds. Low/medium/high beeps sound, indicating the scanner is operational.

Figure 1-2

Installing the Cable

2. Gently tug the cable to ensure the connector is secure.

3. Connect the other end of the interface cable to the host (see the specific host chapter for information on host

connections).

Interface cable

modular connector

To h o s t

Cable interface

port

Interface cable modular connector clip

IMPORTANT Insert the cable into the cable interface port until an audible click sounds.

When connecting the DS4208 using a USB cable, a shielded connector cable is required (e.g., p/n CBA-U21-S07ZAR). If upgrading an LS2208 or LS4208 to a DS4208, use the shielded connector cable.

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Removing the Interface Cable

1. Press the cable’s modular connector clip through the access slot in the digital scanner’s base.

Figure 1-3

Removing the Cable

2. Carefully slide out the cable.

3. Follow the steps for Installing the Interface Cable to connect a new cable.

Connecting Power (if required)

If the host does not provide power to the digital scanner, connect an external power supply.

1. Plug the power supply into the power jack on the interface cable.

2. Plug the other end of the power supply into an AC outlet.

Configuring the Digital Scanner

To c on fi g u re t he d ig i ta l sc a n ne r us e t h e b a r c o d es in cl ud ed i n th i s m a n ua l , or u s e t h e 1 2 3 Sc a n2 configuration

program. See Chapter 4, User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options, and Chapter 9, Symbologies

for information about programming the digital scanner using bar code menus. See Chapter 10, 123Scan2 for

information on using this configuration program. Also see each host-specific chapter to set up connection to a

specific host type.

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Accessories

The digital scanner ships with the DS4208 Quick Start Guide. The following required accessories must be ordered:

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Interface cable for the appropriate interface.

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Shielded connector cable (e.g., p/n CBA-U21-S07ZAR) when connecting via USB. Refer to Solution Builder for guidance about cables.

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Universal power supply, if the interface requires this.

For additional items, contact a local Motorola representative or business partner.

NOTE If upgrading an LS2208 or LS4208 to a DS4208, the shielded connector cable must be used.

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Chapter 2 Scanning

Introduction

This chapter provides beeper and LED definitions, techniques involved in scanning bar codes, general instructions

and tips about scanning, and decode zone diagrams.

Figure 2-1

Parts

Beeper

LED

Trigger

Scan

Window

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Beeper Definitions

The digital scanner issues different beep sequences and patterns to indicate status. Tab le 2 -1 defines beep

sequences that occur during both normal scanning and while programming the digital scanner.

Tab l e 2- 1

Beeper Definitions

Beeper Sequence Indication

Standard Use

Low/medium/high beeps Power up.

Short beep, tone programmable

A bar code symbol was decoded (if decode beeper is enabled).

4 long low beeps Transmission error.

5 low beeps Conversion or format error.

Low/low/low/extra low beeps RS-232 receive error.

High beep The digital scanner detected a <BEL> character over RS-232.

Parameter Menu Scanning

Low/high beeps Input error; incorrect bar code, programming sequence, or

Cancel

scanned.

High/low beeps Keyboard parameter selected. Enter value using numeric bar codes.

High/low/high/low beeps Successful program exit with change in parameter setting.

ADF Programming

Low/low beeps Enter another alphabetic character or scan the

End of Message

bar code.

Low/high/high beeps All rules are deleted.

Low/high/low/high beeps Out of rule memory. Erase some existing rules, then try to save rule again.

Low/high/low beeps Cancel rule entry. Rule entry mode exited because of an error or the user asked to

exit rule entry.

Low/high beeps Entry error, wrong bar code scanned, or criteria/action list is too long for a rule.

Re-enter criterion or action.

Low beep Delete last saved rule. The current rule is left intact.

High/high beeps ADF criteria or action is expected. Enter another criterion or action, or scan the

Save Rule

bar code.

High/low/low beeps All criteria or actions cleared for current rule, continue entering rule.

High/low/high/low beeps Rule saved. Rule entry mode exited.

Code 39 Buffering

Low/high/low beeps The Code 39 buffer was erased or there was an attempt to clear or transmit an

empty buffer.

High/low beeps New Code 39 data was entered into the buffer.

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3 long high beeps Code 39 buffer is full.

High/low/high beeps The Code 39 buffer was erased.

Low/high beeps A successful transmission of buffered data.

Macro PDF

2 low beeps

MPDF sequence buffered.

2 long low beeps

File ID error. A bar code not in the current MPDF sequence was scanned.

3 long low beeps Out of memory. There is not enough buffer space to store the current MPDF

symbol.

4 long low beeps Bad symbology. Scanned a 1D or 2D bar code in a MPDF sequence, a duplicate

MPDF label, a label in an incorrect order, or trying to transmit an empty or illegal MPDF field.

5 long low beeps Flushing MPDF buffer.

Low/high beeps Flushing an already empty MPDF buffer.

Fast warble beep Aborting MPDF sequence.

Host Specific

USB only

Low/medium/high beeps upon scanning a USB device type

Communication with the host must be established before the digital scanner can operate at the highest power level.

Low/medium/high beeps occur more than once

The USB host can put the digital scanner in a state where power to the scanner is cycled on and off more than once. This is normal and usually happens when the PC cold boots.

RS-232 only

1 short high beep A <BEL> character is received and Beep on <BEL> is enabled.

Tab l e 2- 1

Beeper Definitions (Continued)

Beeper Sequence Indication

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LED Definitions

In addition to beep sequences, the digital scanner uses a two-color LED to indicate status. Ta bl e 2- 2 defines LED colors that display during scanning.

Tab l e 2- 2

Standard LED Definitions

LED Indication

Hand-Held Scanning Standard Use

Green A bar code was successfully decoded.

Red Transmission error, conversion or format error, or RS-232 receive error.

Off No power is applied to the digital scanner, or the scanner is on and ready to scan.

Hands-Free (Presentation) Scanning Standard Use

Green The scanner is on and ready to scan.

Momentarily Off A bar code was successfully decoded.

Red Transmission error, conversion or format error, or RS-232 receive error.

Off No power is applied to the digital scanner, or the scanner is in low power mode.

Parameter Programming

Green Number expected. Enter value using numeric bar codes.

Successful program exit with change in parameter setting.

Red Input error: incorrect bar code, programming sequence, or Cancel scanned.

Firmware Update

Red, alternating between solid and fast blinking

Firmware download is completing (user should wait for this indicator to complete before using the scanner). This indicator is followed by a low/medium/high power up beep.

ADF Programming

Green Enter another digit. Add leading zeros to the front if necessary.

Enter another alphabetic character or scan the

End of Message

bar code. All criteria or actions cleared for current rule, continue entering rule. Delete last saved rule. The current rule is left intact. All rules deleted.

Blinking Green Enter another criterion or action, or scan the

Save Rule

bar code.

Green after Blinking Rule saved. Rule entry mode exited.

Cancel rule entry. Rule entry mode exited because of an error or the user asked to exit rule entry.

Red Out of rule memory. Erase some existing rules, then try to save rule again.

Entry error, wrong bar code scanned, or criteria/action list is too long for a rule. Re-enter criterion or action.

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Scanning

The digital scanner is in hands-free (presentation) mode when it is placed in the Intellistand. In this mode, the digital scanner operates in continuous (constant-on) mode, where it automatically decodes a bar code presented in its field of view.

When the digital scanner is not used for a user-definable period of time, it enters a low power mode in which the LEDs are turned off or blinked illuminated at a low duty cycle until the digital scanner detects an image change (e.g. motion).

Scanning in Hands-Free (Presentation) Mode

The optional Intellistand adds greater flexibility to scanning operation. When the scanner is seated in the stand’s “cup,” the scanner’s built-in sensor places the scanner in hands-free mode. When the scanner is removed from the stand, it automatically switches modes to operate in its normal hand-held triggered mode.

Assemble the Stand

Figure 2-2

Assembling Intellistand

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Scanning with Intellistand

When the digital scanner is placed in Intellistand it operates in continuous (constant-on) mode, where it automatically decodes a bar code presented in its field of view.

To o pe ra te t he s ca n n er in I nt e l li s ta nd :

1. Ensure the scanner is properly connected to the host (see the appropriate host chapter for information on host

connections).

2. Insert the scanner in Intellistand by placing the front of the scanner into the stand’s “cup.”

Figure 2-3

Inserting the Scanner in the Intellistand

3. Use the Intellistand’s adjustment knobs to adjust the height and angle of the scanner.

4. Present the bar code.

5. Upon successful decode, the scanner beeps and the LED turns green. For more information about beeper and

LED definitions, see Ta bl e 2- 1 and Ta ble 2 -2 .

Scanner Holder

Height Adjustment Knob

Angle Adjustment Knob

Cup

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Scanning in Hand-Held Mode

Pick up the digital scanner. Press and release the trigger. The aim pattern displays.

1. Ensure the bar code is centered in the aiming pattern. See Aiming below.

2. Press and hold the trigger until either:

a. The digital scanner reads the bar code. The digital scanner beeps, the LED flashes, and the aiming pattern

turns off.

b. The digital scanner does not read the bar code and the aiming pattern turns off.

3. Release the trigger. To read another bar code, repeat steps 1, 2 and 3. Repeat this step as often as required.

Aiming

When scanning, the digital scanner projects a red LED dot which allows positioning the bar code within its field of view. See Decode Ranges on page 2-9 for the proper distance to achieve between the digital scanner and a bar code.

Figure 2-4

Aiming Dot

If necessary, the digital scanner turns on its red illumination LEDs to illuminate the target bar code.

To s ca n a b a rc o d e, c en t er t h e s y m bo l an d e ns u re th e en t i re s ym b ol i s wi t h in t he re ct an g u la r ar e a f o rm e d b y th e illumination LEDs.

Figure 2-5

Scanning Orientation with Aiming Dot

1D bar code

2D bar code

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The digital scanner can also read a bar code presented within the aiming pattern but not centered. The top examples in Figure 2-6 show acceptable aiming options, while the bottom examples can not be decoded.

Figure 2-6

Acceptable Aiming

Figure 2-7

Incorrect Aiming

The aiming pattern is smaller when the digital scanner is closer to the symbol and larger when it is farther 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 beeps to indicate that it successfully decoded the bar code. For more information on beeper and LED definitions, see Ta ble 2- 1 and Ta bl e 2- 2.

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Decode Ranges

Tab l e 2- 3

Standard Range (SR) Decode Ranges

Symbol Density Bar Code Type

Ty pi c al Wo rk i ng Ra n ge s

Near Far

5.0 mil Code 39 0.2 in / 0.5 cm 6.8 in / 17.3 cm

10 mil 80% UPCA 0 in / 0 cm 12.7 in / 32.3 cm

13 mil 100% UPCA 0.3 in / 0.8 cm 15.2 in / 38.6 cm

5.0 mil PDF 417 1.5 in / 3.8 cm 4.3 in / 10.9 cm

6.6 mil PDF 417 0.8 in / 2.0 cm 6.0 in / 15.2 cm

10 mil Data Matrix 0.4 in / 1.0 cm 7.2 in / 18.3 cm

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Chapter 3 Maintenance, Troubleshooting & Technical Specifications

Introduction

This chapter provides suggested digital scanner maintenance, troubleshooting, technical specifications, and signal descriptions (pinouts).

Maintenance

Cleaning the scan window is the only maintenance required. A dirty window can affect scanning accuracy.

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Do not allow abrasive material to touch the window.

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Remove any dirt particles with a damp cloth.

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Wipe the window using a tissue moistened with ammonia/water.

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Do not spray water or other cleaning liquids directly into the window.

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Trou bl es hoot in g

Tab l e 3- 1

Tro ubl esh ooti ng

Problem Possible Causes Possible Solutions

The aiming pattern does not appear when pressing the trigger.

No power to the digital scanner. If the configuration requires a power

supply, re-connect the power supply.

Incorrect host interface cable is used. Connect the correct host interface cable.

Interface/power cables are loose. Re-connect cables.

Digital scanner is disabled. For IBM 468x and USB IBM hand-held,

IBM table top, and OPOS modes, enable the digital scanner via the host interface. Otherwise, see the technical person in charge of scanning.

If using RS-232 Nixdorf B mode, CTS is not asserted.

Assert CTS line.

Aiming pattern is disabled. Enable the aiming pattern. See

Hand-Held Decode Aiming Pattern on page 4-20

Digital scanner emits aiming pattern, but does not decode the bar code.

Digital scanner is not programmed for the correct bar code type.

Program the digital scanner to read that type of bar code. See

Chapter 9,

Symbologies

Bar code symbol is unreadable. Scan test symbols of the same bar code

type to determine if the bar code is defaced.

The symbol is not completely inside aiming pattern.

Move the symbol completely within the aiming pattern.

Move the symbol completely within the field of view (AIM pattern does NOT define FOV)

Distance between digital scanner and bar code is incorrect.

Move the scanner closer to or further from the bar code. See

Decode Ranges on

page 2-9

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Digital scanner decodes bar code, but does not transmit the data to the host.

Digital scanner is not programmed for the correct host type.

Scan the appropriate host type programming bar code. See the chapter corresponding to the host type.

Interface cable is loose. Re-connect the cable.

If the digital scanner emits 4 long low beeps, a transmission error occurred.

This occurs if a unit is not properly configured or connected to the wrong host type.

Set the scanner's communication parameters to match the host's setting.

If the digital scanner emits 5 low beeps, a conversion or format error occurred.

Configure the digital scanner's conversion parameters properly.

If the digital scanner emits low/high/low beeps, it detected an invalid ADF rule.

Program the correct ADF rules. Refer to the Advanced Data Formatting

Programmer Guide.

If the digital scanner emits high/low beeps, the scanner is buffering Code 39 data.

Normal scanning a Code 39 bar code and the Code 39 Buffering option is enabled.

Host displays scanned data incorrectly.

Digital scanner is not programmed to work with the host.

Scan the appropriate host type programming bar code.

For RS-232, set the digital scanner's communication parameters to match the host's settings.

For a Keyboard Wedge configuration, program the system for the correct keyboard type, and turn off the CAPS LOCK key.

Program the proper editing options (e.g., UPC-E to UPC-A Conversion).

Digital scanner emits short low/short medium/short high beep sequence (power-up beep sequence) more than once.

The USB bus may put the digital scanner in a state where power to the scanner is cycled on and off more than once.

Normal during host reset.

Digital scanner emits 4 short high beeps during decode attempt.

Digital scanner has not completed USB initialization.

Wait several seconds and scan again.

Digital scanner emits Low/low/low/extra low beeps when not in use.

RS-232 receive error. Normal during host reset. Otherwise, set

the digital scanner's RS-232 parity to match the host setting.

Digital scanner emits low/high beeps during programming.

Input error, incorrect bar code or

Cancel

bar code was scanned.

Scan the correct numeric bar codes within range for the parameter programmed.

Tab l e 3- 1

Tro ubl esh ooti ng (Co nti nued )

Problem Possible Causes Possible Solutions

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Digital scanner emits low/high/low/high beeps during programming.

Out of host parameter storage space. Scan

Set Default Parameter on page

4-4

Out of memory for ADF rules. Reduce the number of ADF rules or the

number of steps in the ADF rules.

During programming, indicates out of ADF parameter storage space.

Erase all rules and re-program with shorter rules.

Digital scanner emits low/high/low beeps.

Clearing Code 39 buffer. Normal when scanning the Code 39

Buffering

Clear Buffer

bar code or upon attempt to transmit an empty Code 39 buffer.

ADF transmit error. Refer to the Advanced Data Formatting

Guide for information.

Invalid ADF rule is detected. Refer to the Advanced Data Formatting

Guide for information.

Digital scanner emits a power-up beep after changing USB host type.

The USB bus re-established power to the digital scanner.

Normal when changing USB host type.

Digital scanner emits one high beep when not in use.

In RS-232 mode, a <BEL> character was received and Beep on <BEL> option is enabled.

Normal when

Beep on <BEL>

is enabled and the digital scanner is in RS-232 mode.

Digital scanner emits frequent beeps.

No power to the scanner. Check the system power. If the

configuration requires a power supply, re-connect the power supply.

Incorrect host interface cable is used. Verify that the correct host interface cable

is used. If not, connect the correct host interface cable.

Interface/power cables are loose. Check for loose cable connections and

re-connect cables.

Digital scanner emits five long low beeps after a bar code is decoded.

Conversion or format error was detected.

The scanner’s conversion parameters are not properly configured.

Ensure the scanner’s conversion parameters are properly configured.

Conversion or format error was detected.

An ADF rule was set up with characters that can't be sent for the host selected.

Change the ADF rule, or change to a host that can support the ADF rule.

Conversion or format error was detected.

A bar code was scanned with characters that can't be sent for that host.

Change the bar code, or change to a host that can support the bar code.

Tab l e 3- 1

Tro ubl esh ooti ng (Co nti nued )

Problem Possible Causes Possible Solutions

NOTE If after performing these checks the digital scanner still experiences problems, contact the distributor or

call Motorola Solutions Support.

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Tech ni cal Sp ecif ic ations

Tab l e 3- 2

Tec hn ic al S pe ci fi ca ti on s

Item Description

Physical Characteristics

Dimensions 6.7 in. H x 3.7 in. L x 2.7 in. W

(17 cm H x 9.3 cm L x 6.8 cm W)

Weight

(without cable)

6.1 oz. (172.9 g)

Power 5 VDC +/- 10% @ 275 mA (RMS typical)

Performance Characteristics

Light Source Aiming pattern: 617 nm LED

Illumination: 625 nm LEDs

Field of View (Vertical x Horizontal)

39º (H) x 25º (V)

Roll Pitch Yaw

0 - 360º +/- 65º or greater +/- 60º or greater

Symbology Decode Capability

1D UPC/EAN, UPC/EAN with supplementals, Bookland EAN, ISSN, UCC Coupon

Extended Code, Code 128, GS1-128, ISBT 128, Code 39, Code 39 Full ASCII, Trioptic Code 39, Code 32, Code 93, Code 11, Matrix 2 of 5, Interleaved 2 of 5, Discrete 2 of 5, Korean 2 of 5, ISBT Concatenation, Codabar, MSI, Chinese 2 of 5, GS1 DataBar variants

2D PDF417, MicroPDF417, Composite Codes, TLC-39, Data Matrix, Maxicode,

QR Code, MicroQR, Aztec

Postal Australian Post, US PLANET, Royal Mail 4 State Customer, US POSTNET, KIX

Code (Dutch), UK Postal, Japan Post, UPU 4 State Postal FICS (Post US4), USPS 4 State Postal (Post US3)

Typical Working Distance See

Decode Ranges on page 2-9

Motion Tolerances Up to 25 inches per second

Interfaces Supported The scanner supports the following protocols over USB: HID Keyboard (default

mode), SNAPI, COM Port Emulation, IBM SurePOS (Yellowstone) (IBM Handheld, IBM Tabletop, OPOS)

The scanner supports the following protocols over RS232: Standard, Wincor-Nixdorf, ICL, Fujitsu, Olivetti, Omron, CUTE

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Minimum Resolution Code 39 4 mil

UPC 60% 5 mil PDF417 5 mil Datamatrix 7.5 mil

User Environment

Operating Temperature 32º F to 104º F (0º C to 40º C)

Storage Temperature -40º F to 158º F (-40º C t o 70º C)

Humidity 5% to 95%, non-condensing

Drop Specifications Withstands multiple 6 ft. (1.83 m) drops to concrete.

Environmental Sealing IP43

Ambient Light Immunity Immune to normal indoor lighting up to 1600 Lux.

Immune to sunlight up to 86,000 Lux.

Accessories

Hands-Free Options Intellistand

Power Supplies Power supplies are available for applications that do not supply power over the

host cable.

Tab l e 3- 2

Tec hn ic al S pe ci fi ca ti on s (C on ti nu ed)

Item Description

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Digital Scanner Signal Descriptions

Figure 3-1

Digital Scanner Cable Pinouts

The signal descriptions in Tab le 3 -3 apply to the connectors on the DS4208 digital scanner and are for reference only.

Tab l e 3- 3

DS4208 Digital Scanner Signal Pin-outs

Pin IBM RS-232 Keyboard Wedge USB

Reserved Reserved Reserved Jump to Pin 6

Power Power Power Power

Ground Ground Ground Ground

IBM_A(+) TxD KbdClock Reserved

Reserved RxD TermData D +

IBM_B(-) RTS KbdData Jump to Pin 1

Reserved CTS TermClock D -

Cable interface port

Interface cable

modular connector

Bottom of

scanner

PIN 1

PIN 10

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Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved

EAS EAS EAS EAS

Tab l e 3- 3

DS4208 Digital Scanner Signal Pin-outs (Continued)

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Chapter 4 User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options

Introduction

You c an pr og ram th e d igi tal sc ann er to pe rfo rm va ri ous fu nc tio ns , o r a cti va te diff ere nt fea tur es . T his c hap te r describes each user preference feature and provides programming bar codes for selecting these features.

The digital scanner ships with the settings shown in Tab le 4-1 on page 4-2 (also see Appendix A, Standard Default

Parameters for all host device and miscellaneous defaults). If the default values suit requirements, programming is

not necessary.

To s e t f e a tu r e v a lu e s , s ca n a si n g le ba r c o de o r a s h o rt ba r co d e s e qu e nc e . T h e s e tt i ng s ar e st o re d in n on - v ol a ti l e memory and are preserved even when the digital scanner is powered down.

If not using a USB cable, select a host type (see each host chapter for specific host information) after the power-up beeps sound. This is only necessary upon the first power-up when connected to a new host.

To r e t ur n a ll f e a tu r e s t o d e fa u l t v al u e s, s ca n t h e Set Default Parameter on page 4-4. Throughout the programming bar code menus, asterisks indicate (

*)default values.

NOTE Most computer monitors allow scanning the bar codes directly on the screen (when using the imaging

engine). When scanning from the screen, be sure to set the document magnification to a level where you can see the bar code clearly, and bars and/or spaces are not merging.

*High Volume

(00h)

Feature/Option

* Indicates Default

Option Hex Value

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Scanning Sequence Examples

In most cases, scanning one bar code sets the parameter value. For example, to set the beeper tone to high, scan the High Frequency (beeper tone) bar code listed under Beeper Tone on page 4-6. The digital scanner issues a fast warble beep and the LED turns green, signifying a successful parameter entry.

Other parameters, such as Serial Response Time-Out or Data Transmission Formats, require scanning several bar codes. See these parameter descriptions for this procedure.

Errors While Scanning

Unless otherwise specified, to correct an error during a scanning sequence, just re-scan the correct parameter.

User Preferences/Miscellaneous Options Parameter Defaults

Tab le 4 -1 lists defaults for user preferences parameters. To change the default values, scan the appropriate bar

codes in this guide. These new values replace the standard default values in memory. To recall the default parameter values, scan the Set Default Parameter on page 4-4.

NOTE See Appendix A, Standard Default Parameters for all user preferences, hosts, symbologies, and

miscellaneous default parameters.

Tab l e 4- 1

User Preferences Parameter Defaults

Parameter

Number

Default

Page

Number

User Preferences

Set Default Parameter Set Defaults 4-4

Parameter Bar Code Scanning ECh Enable 4-5

Beep After Good Decode 38h Enable 4-5

Beeper Tone 91h Medium 4-6

Beeper Volume 8Ch High 4-7

Beeper Duration F1h 74h Medium 4-8

Suppress Power-up Beeps F1h D1h Do not suppress 4-8

Low Power Mode 80h Disable 4-9

Time Delay to Low Power Mode 92h 1 Hour 4-9

Hand-Held Trigger Mode 8Ah Auto Aim 4-12

Picklist Mode F0h 92h Always Disabled 4-13

Continuous Bar Code Read F1h 89h Disable 4-14

Unique Bar Code Reporting F1h D31h Disable 4-14

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Decode Session Timeout 88h 9.9 Sec 4-15

Timeout Between Decodes, Same Symbol 89h 0.5 Sec 4-15

Timeout Between Decodes, Different Symbols 90h 0.2 Sec 4-16

Fuzzy 1D Processing F1h 02h Enable 4-16

Decode Mirror Images (Data Matrix Only) F1h 19h Auto 4-17

Mobile Phone/Display Mode F1h CCh Enable in Both Hand-Held and

Hands-Free Modes

4-18

PDF Prioritization F1h CFh Disable 4-19

PDF Prioritization Timeout F1h D0h 200 ms 4-19

Hand-Held Decode Aiming Pattern F0h 32h Enable 4-20

Hands-Free Decode Aiming Pattern F1h 4Eh Enable Hands-Free Decode Aiming

Pattern on PDF

4-21

Presentation Mode Field of View F1h 61h Full 4-22

Decoding Illumination F0h 2Ah Enable 4-23

Multicode Mode F1h A5h Disable 4-23

Multicode Expression F1h 95h 1 4-24

Multicode Mode Concatenation F1h CDh Disable 4-29

Multicode Concatenation Symbology F1h D2h Concatenate as PDF417 4-30

Miscellaneous Options

Transmit Code ID Character 2Dh None 4-33

Prefix Value 63h 69h 7013 <CR><LF> 4-34

Suffix 1 Value Suffix 2 Value

62h 68h 64h 6Ah

7013 <CR><LF> 4-34

Scan Data Transmission Format EBh Data as is 4-35

FN1 Substitution Values 67h 6Dh 7013 <CR> <LF> 4-36

Transmit “No Read” Message 5Eh Disable 4-37

Tab l e 4- 1

User Preferences Parameter Defaults (Continued)

Parameter

Number

Default

Page

Number

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User Preferences

Set Default Parameter

You ca n res et the di gita l sca nne r to two ty pes of de fau lts: fact ory def au lts or c ust om defa ul ts. Sc an the ap pro pri ate bar code below to reset the digital scanner to its default settings and/or set its current settings as custom defaults.

•

Set Defaults - Scan this bar code to reset all default parameters as follows.

• If you previously set custom defaults by scanning Write to Custom Defaults, scan Set Defaults to

retrieve and restore the digital scanner’s custom default settings.

• If you did not set custom defaults, scan Restore Defaults to restore the factory default values listed in

Tab le A -1 .

•

Set Factory Defaults - Scan this bar code to restore the factory default values listed in Ta ble A -1. This

deletes any custom defaults set.

•

Write to Custom Defaults - Scan this bar code to set the current digital scanner settings as custom defaults. Once set, you can recover custom default settings by scanning Restore Defaults.

* Set Defaults

Set Factory Defaults

Write to Custom Defaults

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Parameter Bar Code Scanning

Parameter # ECh

To d is ab le t he d ec o d in g of pa r a me t er b ar c od es , in c l ud i n g t he Set Defaults parameter bar codes, scan the Disable Parameter Scanning bar code below. To enable decoding of parameter bar codes, scan Enable Parameter Scanning.

Beep After Good Decode

Parameter # 38h

Scan a bar code below to select whether or not the digital scanner beeps after a good decode. If selecting Do Not Beep After Good Decode, the beeper still operates during parameter menu scanning and to indicate error

conditions.

* Enable Parameter Bar Code Scanning

(01h)

Disable Parameter Bar Code Scanning

(00h)

* Beep After Good Decode

(Enable)

(01h)

Do Not Beep After Good Decode

(Disable)

(00h)

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Beeper Tone

Parameter # 91h

To s el ec t a de c o de b ee p fr e qu e n cy ( to n e ), s ca n o ne o f t h e f o ll o wi n g b a r c o d es .

Off

(03h)

Low Tone

(02h)

* Medium Tone

(01h)

High Tone

(00h)

Medium to High Tone (2-tone)

(04h)

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Beeper Volume

Parameter # 8Ch

To s el ec t a be e p er v ol u m e, sc a n t h e Low Vo lume, Medium Vo lu m e , or High Volum e bar code.

Low Volume

(02h)

Medium Volume

(01h)

* High Volume

(00h)

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Beeper Duration

Parameter # F1h 74h

To s el ec t t h e d u ra t i on fo r th e be e p er , s c an o ne of th e f ol l o wi n g b a r co de s.

Suppress Power-up Beeps

Parameter # F1h D1h

Select whether or not to suppress the digital scanner’s power-up beeps.

Short

(00h)

* Medium

(01h)

Long (02h)

* Do Not Suppress Power-up Beeps

(00h)

Suppress Power-up Beeps

(01h)

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Low Power Mode

Parameter # 80h

This parameter determines whether or not the digital scanner enters low power mode after a decode attempt.

If disabled, power remains on after each decode attempt.

Time Delay to Low Power Mode

Parameter # 92h

This parameter sets the time the digital scanner remains active before entering low power mode. The digital scanner wakes upon trigger pull or when the host attempts to communicate with the digital scanner.

* Disable Low Power Mode

(00h)

Enable Low Power Mode

(01h)

NOTE This parameter only applies when Low Power Mode is enabled.

1 Second

(11h)

10 Seconds

(1Ah)

1 Minute

(21h)

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Time Delay to Low Power Mode (continued)

5 Minutes

(25h)

15 Minutes

(2Bh)

30 Minutes

(2Dh)

45 Minutes

(2Eh)

* 1 Hour

(31h)

3 Hours

(33h)

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Time Delay to Low Power Mode (continued)

6 Hours

(36h)

9 Hours

(39h)

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Hand-Held Trigger Mode

Parameter # 8Ah

Select one of the following trigger modes for the digital scanner:

•

Standard (Level) - A trigger pull activates decode processing. Decode processing continues until the bar

code decodes, you release the trigger, or the Decode Session Timeout occurs.

•

Presentation (Blink) - The digital scanner activates decode processing when it detects a bar code in its field

of view. After a period of non-use, the digital scanner enters a low power mode, in which the LEDs turn off until the digital scanner senses motion.

•

Auto Aim - This trigger mode turns on the LED aiming dot when the scanner is lifted. A trigger pull activates

decode processing. After 2 seconds of inactivity the aiming pattern shuts off.

Standard (Level)

(00h)

Presentation (Blink)

(07h)

* Auto Aim

(09h)

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Picklist Mode

Parameter # F0h 92h

Picklist mode enables the digital scanner to decode only bar codes that are aligned under the LED aiming dot. Select one of the following picklist modes for the digital scanner:

•

Always Disable - Picklist mode is always disabled.

•

Enabled in Hand-Held Mode - Picklist mode is enabled when the digital scanner is out of hands-free mode

and disabled when the digital scanner is in presentation mode.

•

Always Enable - Picklist mode is always enabled.

* Always Disable

(00h)

Enabled in Hand-Held Mode

(01h)

Always Enable

(02h)

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Continuous Bar Code Read

Parameter # F1h 89h

Enable this to report every bar code while the trigger is pressed.

Unique Bar Code Reporting

Parameter # F1h D3h

Enable this to report only unique bar codes while the trigger is pressed. This option only applies when Continuous

Bar Code Read

is enabled.

NOTE Motorola strongly recommends enabling Picklist Mode on page 4-13 with this feature. Disabling Picklist

Mode can cause accidental decodes when more than one bar code is in the engine's field of view.

* Disable Continuous Bar Code Read

(00h)

Enable Continuous Bar Code Read

(01h)

* Disable Continuous Bar Code Read Uniqueness

(00h)

Enable Continuous Bar Code Read Uniqueness

(01h)

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Decode Session Timeout

Parameter # 88h

This parameter sets the maximum time decode processing continues during a scan attempt. It is programmable in

0.1 second increments from 0.5 to 9.9 seconds. The default timeout is 9.9 seconds.

To s et a D ec o d e S e ss i o n T im e ou t, s ca n th e b a r c od e b e lo w. Ne x t, s ca n tw o n u me r ic b ar c od e s f r o m Appendix D,

Numeric Bar Codes that correspond to the desired on time. Enter a leading zero for single digit numbers. For

example, to set a Decode Session Timeout of 0.5 seconds, scan the bar code below, then scan the 0 and 5 bar codes. To correct an error or change the selection, scan Cancel on page D-2.

Timeout Between Decodes, Same Symbol

Parameter # 89h

Use this option in presentation mode or Continuous Bar Code Read to prevent the beeper from continuously beeping when a symbol is left in the digital scanner’s field of view. It is programmable in 0.1 second increments from 0.0 to 9.9 seconds. The default interval is 0.5 seconds.

To s el ec t th e ti m eo u t b et we e n d e c od e s f o r t h e s a me s ym b ol , s c an t he ba r co de b el o w, th e n s c a n t wo n um e r ic b ar codes from Appendix D, Numeric Bar Codes that correspond to the desired interval, in 0.1 second increments.

NOTE Decode Session Timeout cannot be less than or equal to either Timeout Between Decodes, Same Symbol

or Timeout Between Decodes, Different Symbols.

Decode Session Timeout

NOTE Timeout Between Decodes, Sam e Symbol cannot be greater than or equal to the Decode S ession

Timeout.

Timeout Between Decodes, Same Symbol

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Timeout Between Decodes, Different Symbols

Parameter # 90h

Use this option in presentation mode or Continuous Bar Code Read to control the time the scanner is inactive between decoding different symbols. It is programmable in 0.1 second increments from 0.1 to 9.9 seconds. The default is 0.2 seconds.

To s el e ct th e t i me o u t b et we e n d e c od e s f o r d i ff e re nt s y m bo l s , s c an t he ba r c o de b el o w, th e n s c a n t wo n u m er i c b a r codes from Appendix D, Numeric Bar Codes that correspond to the desired interval, in 0.1 second increments.

Fuzzy 1D Processing

Parameter # F1h 02h

This option is enabled by default to optimize decode performance on 1D bar codes, including damaged and poor quality symbols. Disable this only if you experience time delays when decoding 2D bar codes, or in detecting a no decode.

NOTE Timeout Between Decodes, Different Symbols cannot be greater than or equal to the Decode Session

Timeout.

Timeout Between Decodes, Different Symbols

* Enable Fuzzy 1D Processing

(01h)

Disable Fuzzy 1D Processing

(00h)

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Decode Mirror Images (Data Matrix Only)

Parameter # F1h 19h

Select an option for decoding mirror image Data Matrix bar codes:

•

Always - decode only Data Matrix bar codes that are mirror images

•

Never - do not decode Data Matrix bar codes that are mirror images

•

Auto - decode both mirrored and unmirrored Data Matrix bar codes.

Never

(00h)

Always

(01h)

* Auto

(02h)

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Mobile Phone/Display Mode

Parameter # F1h CCh

This mode improves bar code reading performance off mobile phones and electronic displays. Enable this in hand-held, hands-free, or both modes, or disable this.

NOTE If you enable this mode, for best performance also enable Hands-Free Decode Aiming Pattern on page

4-21.

Disable Mobile Phone/Display Mode

(00h)

Enable in Hand-Held Mode

(01h)

Enable in Hands-Free Mode

(02h)

* Enable in Both Modes

(03h)

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PDF Prioritization

Parameter # F1h CFh

Enable this feature to delay decoding a 1D bar code (Code 128 of 8 to 25 characters length) by the value specified in PDF Prioritization Timeout. During that time the digital scanner attempts to decode a PDF417 symbol (e.g., on a US driver's license), and if successful reports this only. If it does not decode (can not find) a PDF417 symbol, it reports the 1D symbol after the timeout. The 1D symbol must be in the device’s field of view for the digital scanner to report it. This parameter does not affect decoding other symbologies.

PDF Prioritization Timeout

Parameter # F1h D0h

When PDF Prioritization is enabled, this timeout specifies how long the digital scanner attempts to decode a PDF417 symbol before reporting the 1D bar code in the field of view.

Scan the following bar code, then scan four digits from Appendix D, Numeric Bar Codes that specify the timeout in milliseconds. For example, to enter 400 ms, scan the following bar code, then scan 0400. The range is 0 to 5000 ms, and the default is 200 ms.

* Disable PDF Prioritization

(00h)

Enable PDF Prioritization

(01h)

PDF Prioritization Timeout

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Hand-Held Decode Aiming Pattern

Parameter # F0h 32h

Select Enable Hand-Held Decode Aiming Pattern to project the aiming pattern during bar code capture, Disable Hand-Held Decode Aiming Pattern to turn the aiming pattern off, or Enable Hand-Held Decode Aiming Pattern on PDF to project the aiming pattern when the digital scanner detects a 2D bar code.

NOTE With Picklist Mode on page 4-13 enabled, the decode aiming pattern flashes even when the Decode

Aiming Pattern is disabled.

* Enable Hand-Held Decode Aiming Pattern

(02h)

Disable Hand-Held Decode Aiming Pattern

(00h)

Enable Hand-Held Decode Aiming Pattern on PDF

(03h)

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Hands-Free Decode Aiming Pattern

Parameter # F1h 4Eh

Select Enable Hands-Free Decode Aiming Pattern to project the aiming pattern during bar code capture, Disable Hands-Free Decode Aiming Pattern to turn the aiming pattern off, or Enable Hands-Free Decode Aiming Pattern on PDF to project the aiming pattern when the digital scanner detects a PDF bar code.

NOTE With Picklist Mode on page 4-13 enabled, the decode aiming pattern flashes even when the Decode

Aiming Pattern is disabled.

Enable Hands-Free Decode Aiming Pattern

(01h)

Disable Hands-Free Decode Aiming Pattern

(00h)

* Enable Hands-Free Decode Aiming Pattern on PDF

(02h)

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Presentation Mode Field of View

Parameter # F1h 61h

In presentation mode, by default the digital scanner searches the larger area of the aiming pattern (Full Field of

View

To s ea rc h f o r a ba r c od e in a s ma l l er r eg i on a ro un d th e ai m i ng pa t t er n in or de r to s pe e d s e ar c h t im e , s e l ec t

Small

Field of View

or Medium Field of View.

Small Field of View

(00h)

Medium Field of View

(01h)

* Full Field of View

(02h)

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Decoding Illumination (Hand-held Mode only) Parameter # F0h 2Ah

Selecting Enable Decoding Illumination causes the digital scanner to flash illumination to aid decoding. Select Disable Decoding Illumination to prevent the digital scanner from using decoding illumination.

Enabling illumination usually results in superior decoding. The effectiveness of the illumination decreases as the distance to the target increases.

Multicode Mode Parameter # F1h A5h

Enable this parameter to allow multiple bar codes to decode upon one trigger event based on the programmed multicode expression. The digital scanner reports a successful decode and provides user indication only if it decodes all bar codes indicated by the multicode expression, otherwise the decode fails. Bar codes are transmitted in the order defined in the multicode expression. Disable this to operate in normal decode mode.

When using this mode, always orient the digital scanner at the same distance and angle (perpendicular).

* Enable Decoding Illumination

(01h)

Disable Decoding Illumination

(00h)

NOTES Enabling Multicode Mode disables Picklist Mode.

Multicode does not operate in presentation mode.

Do not use Multicode Mode if Continuous Bar Code Read is enabled.

* Disable Multicode Mode

(00h)

Enable Multicode Mode

(01h)

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Multicode Expression

Parameter # F1h 95h

Use this feature to program a multicode expression for Multicode Mode (grid method). The default is 1, which indicates any bar code.

To s et t h e m u l ti c o de ex pr es si o n :

1. Scan the bar code below.

2. Scan bar codes from the alphanumeric keyboard in the Advanced Data Formatting Programmer Guide to

define the expression.

3. Scan the End of Message bar code from the Advanced Data Formatting Programmer Guide.

Multicode Expression Syntax: [n] [Element 1]; [Element 2 ]; ... [Element n];

Where n is the number of elements in the overall expression.

The multicode expression describes the bar code(s) that the digital scanner can expect to find in an image. Each element represents one bar code in the digital scanner's field of view. The order of elements in the expression is the order in which bar code data from each element transmits to the host. Elements are defined using one or more of the following methods:

By Region. This type of element limits decoding to a specific area within the digital scanner's field of view. Region

coordinates are defined as the top left and bottom right corners of the region, expressed in percentages of the field of view. These can range from 0% to 100%, or 0x00 to 0x64 in hex, for both horizontal and vertical axes. A region element is constructed as:

[R] [4] [Top, Left] [Bottom, Right]

Where:

•

[R] is the character R

•

[4] is 0x04, indicating there are four bytes thereafter to describe the region

•

[Top, Left] are two values representing the top left corner of the region

•

[Bottom, Right] are two values representing the bottom right corner of the region

By Code Type. An element can specify a specific bar code symbology to find and decode somewhere in the field of

view. A code type element is constructed as:

[C] [2] [Code Type]

Where:

•

[C] is the character C

•

[2] is 0x02, indicating there are two bytes thereafter to describe the code type

•

[Code Type] is the desired symbology's parameter number (see Chapter 9, Symbologies). For single-byte parameter numbers, extend the value to two bytes by adding 00 before the parameter number.

Multicode Expression

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Notes

When defining multicode expressions consider the following:

•

Use the Code Type specifier if there are bar codes of more than one code type in view.

•

Always use the Region specifier when there are multiple bar codes of the same code type.

•

When transmission order is important (the first element in the expression transmits first), use either type to define the order.

•

When there are unwanted bar codes in view, filter them out in one of two ways:

• Use Code Type to specify only the target bar codes.

• Use Region to identify only the target bar codes.

•

If the expression does not contain a Region specifier, scanning angle and distance do not matter. If you specify a region you must scan in a fixed orientation and at a fixed distance. Because of this, it is preferable to use the Code Type specifier rather than the Region specifier.

•

When defining regions:

• Defining a region much larger than the bar code improves tolerance to scan distance and angle, but can cause a decode of a nearby bar code instead of the target bar code. Therefore, for best performance define larger regions when only a few bar codes are in view and those in view are widely separated.

• Defining a region close to (or smaller than) the target bar code improves the probability of decoding this bar code rather than one nearby, but scan distance and angle must be more accurate. Therefore, for best performance define small regions when many bar codes are in view or those in view are close together.

•

Use Region elements to improve decode speeds by reducing the image area to search for the target bar code.

•

Specifyin g Code Type ma y also imp rove decod e speeds f or some code types.

•

Although you can scan parameter bar codes when multicode mode is enabled, be aware of the following: If the multicode expression defined a region(s), to scan a parameter bar code you must position the bar code within the first region defined in the expression. In some cases, this first region is not the center of the image and aiming at the parameter bar code does not result in a successful decode.

The following examples show the multicode expressions in both hex and decimal formats, however in the sample figures the values are decimal. Be sure to use the correct base numbering system when creating an expression. A region specified as 0x00 0x00 0x64 0x32 represents a region with coordinates of Top-Left (0,0) and Bottom Right (100,50).

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Example 1

To d ec o d e o n e C od e 1 2 8 b a r c o de an yw he r e i n th e i ma ge ( e v en w he n ba r c o d es o f o t he r t y p es a re i n v i ew ) , a s i n

Figure 4-1, program the expression as follows:

The expression in decimal is (formatted for readability):

1 C 2 0 8 ;

To p ro gr am t h e e x p re s s io n v ia s ca n n in g pa r am et e r s t h e s eq ue nc e is ( sp a ce s a re fo r re a d ab i li ty ):

[MultiCode-Expression] 01 C 02 00 08 ; [End Of Message]

To p ro gr am t h e e x p re s s io n v ia h os t co m m an d ( SS I / SN A P I) t he se qu e nc e i s :

0x01 0x43 0x02 0x00 0x08 0x3b

Figure 4-1

Multicode Expression Example 1

50%

100%

50%

100%

PDF417 Code

Code 128 Code

UPC-A Code

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Example 2a

To d ec od e a Co d e 12 8 (C o de Ty p e =8 ) on th e to p ha l f o f th e i m a ge a nd a P D F 41 7 ( Co de Ty p e =1 5 ) o n t h e b o t to m half of the image, as in Figure 4-2, program the expression as follows:

The expression in decimal is (formatted for readability):

2 C 2 0 8 R 4 0 0 100 50 ; C 2 0 15 R 4 0 50 100 100 ;

To p ro gr am t h e e x p re s s io n v ia s ca n n in g pa r am et e r s t h e s eq ue nc e is :

[MultiCode-Expression] 02 C 02 00 08 R 04 00 00 64 32 ; C 02 00 0F R 04 00 32 64 64 ; [End Of Message]

To p ro gr am t h e e x p re s s io n v ia h os t co m m an d ( SS I / SN A P I) t he se qu e nc e i s :

0x02 0x43 0x02 0x00 0x08 0x52 0x04 0x00 0x00 0x64 0x32 0x3B 0x43 0x02 0x00 0x0F 0x52 0x04 0x00 0x32 0x64 0x64 0x3B

Example 2b

In Figure 4-2, if the bottom PDF417 bar code must transmit first, reverse the sequence of the two bar codes:

The expression in decimal is (formatted for readability):

2 C 2 0 15 R 4 0 50 100 100 ; C 2 0 8 R 4 0 0 100 50 ;

To p ro gr am t h e e x p re s s io n v ia s ca n n in g pa r am et e r s t h e s eq ue nc e is :

[MultiCode-Expression] 02 C 02 00 0F R 04 00 32 64 64 ; C 02 00 08 R 04 00 00 64 32 ; [End Of Message]

To p ro gr am t h e e x p re s s io n v ia h os t co m m an d ( SS I / SN A P I) t he se qu e nc e i s :

0x02 0x43 0x02 0x00 0x0F 0x52 0x04 0x00 0x32 0x64 0x64 0x3B 0x43 0x02 0x00 0x08 0x52 0x04 0x00 0x00 0x64 0x32 0x3B

Figure 4-2

Multicode Expression Example 2

PDF417 Code

(0,0)

Code 128 Code

(0,50)

(160,100)

(100,50)

50%

100%

50%

100%

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Example 3

To d ec od e th e se t of th re e ba r co d e s w hi le e xc lu di ng t he c en t e r C od e 1 2 8 b a r c o de , a s in Figure 4-3, the expression is:

The expression in decimal is (formatted for readability):

3 C 2 0 15 R 4 0 0 40 40 ; C 2 [F0 24] R 4 70 0 100 40 ; C 2 0 8 R 4 65 60 100 100 ;

To p ro gr am t h e e x p re s s io n v ia s ca n n in g pa r am et e r s t h e s eq ue nc e is :

[MultiCode-Expression] 03 C 02 00 0F R 04 00 00 32 32 ; C 02 F0 24 R 04 46 00 64 28 ; C 02 00 08 R 04 41 3C 64 64 ; [End Of Message]

To p ro gr am t h e e x p re s s io n v ia h os t co m m an d ( SS I / SN A P I) t he se qu e nc e i s :

0x03 0x43 0x02 0x00 0x0F 0x52 0x04 0x00 0x00 0x32 0x32 0x3B 0x43 0x02 0xF0 0x24 0x52 0x04 0x46 0x00 0x64 0x28 0x3B 0x43 0x02 0x00 0x08 0x52 0x04 0x41 0x3C 0x64 0x64 0x3B

Figure 4-3

Multicode Expression Example 3

40%

65%

40%

PDF417 Code

Code 128 Code

Data Matrix Code

Code 128 Code

70%

60%

(70,0)

(100,40)

(100,100)

(0,0)

(40,40)

(65,60)

50%

100%

0% 50% 100%

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Multicode Mode Concatenation

Parameter # F1h CDh

Enable this parameter to transmit multiple decoded bar codes, as specified by the Multicode Expression, as one bar code. Use the Multicode Concatenation Symbology parameter to specify how the concatenated bar codes transmit.

Disable this to transmit decoded bar codes separately.

NOTE When using Multicode Mode Concatenation, disable Tr an smi t C ode I D C haract er o n p age 4 -33 and check

digits.

Enable Multicode Mode Concatenation

(01h)

* Disable Multicode Mode Concatenation

(00h)

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Multicode Concatenation Symbology

Parameter # F1h D2h

Use this parameter to specify how to transmit the concatenated bar codes decoded as specified by the Multicode

Expression. Multicode Mode Concatenation must be enabled to use this option.

Concatenation as Code 128

(01h)

* Concatenation as PDF417

(02h)

Concatenation as Data Matrix

(03h)

Concatenation as Maxicode

(04h)

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Multicode Troubleshooting

Tro ub le sh oo ti ng M ultico de E xpr ession P rogr amm ing

Use the following suggestions if encountering problems programming a multicode expression:

•

Ensure the expression is valid. Invalid expressions are rejected during programming. When an expression is rejected the previous expression remains intact. If after programming the expression the digital scanner can still decode any bar code, the expression was possibly rejected.

•

When programming the multicode expression via parameter bar code, the digital scanner generates beeps. If any of the following beeps do not sound during programming, an error occurred (see Ta bl e 2- 1 on pa ge 2 -2 and Tab le 2 -2 o n pa ge 2 -4 for error indicators):

• Scanning the

Multicode Expression bar code produces a two-tone (same pitch) beep.

• Scanning each value of the expression produces a two-tone (same pitch) beep.

• Scanning the

End Of Message bar code produces a four-tone (high-low-high-low) beep.

•

Check the expression for syntax errors.

•

Try programming a simple expression to ensure the syntax is correct. See Examples of Simple Multicode

Expressions.

•

Review Notes on page 4-25 for additional hints.

Tro ub le sh oo ti ng M ultico de M ode Scan ning and D ecodi ng

Use the following suggestions if encountering problems using multicode mode:

•

If the digital scanner appears to decode any single bar code instead of the intended multiple bar codes, ensure you enabled Multicode Mode on page 4-23. Programming the multicode expression does not enable multicode mode.

•

When specifying Region, ensure:

• Coordinates are within range the 0-100 decimal (or 0x00 - 0x64 hexadecimal).

• To p, L e ft i s a b ov e Bo t to m , R i g ht . T op , L e f t i s 0 , 0 ( 0x 0 0 , 0 x 00 he xa d e ci m a l) , an d B o t to m , R i gh t i s 1 0 0, 1 00

(0x64, 0x64 hexadecimal).

• Regions for two or more bar codes do not overlap.

•

When specifying Code Type ensure the digital scanner supports the code type. Try decoding a single bar code without using multicode. If it does not decode try enabling the bar code type. See Chapter 9,

Symbologies.

•

Experiment with simpler expressions, then add to it until you discover the source of the error. For example try the simplest expression (see Examples of Simple Multicode Expressions) and make sure you can scan a single bar code. If so, extend the expression by adding a second bar code, specifying a region, or specifying the code type. Verify that the digital scanner can decode this new expression. Continue adding to the expression until it fails to decode as expected, indicating the source of the error.

•

Review Notes on page 4-25 for additional hints.

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Examples of Simple Multicode Expressions

The simplest multicode expression is:

•

One bar code of any type, anywhere in the image.

•

To p ro gr am t h i s u s e: [MultiCode-Expression] 01 ; [End Of Message]

Another simple multicode expression is:

•

One Code 128 bar code, anywhere in the image.

•

To p ro gr am t h i s u s e: [MultiCode-Expression] 01 C 02 00 08 ; [End Of Message]

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Miscellaneous Scanner Parameters

Transmit Code ID Character

Parameter # 2Dh

A Code ID character identifies the code type of a scanned bar code. This is useful when decoding more than one code type. In addition to any single character prefix already selected, the Code ID character is inserted between the prefix and the decoded symbol.

Select no Code ID character, a Symbol Code ID character, or an AIM Code ID character. For Code ID Characters, see Symbol Code Identifiers on page B-1 and AIM Code Identifiers on page B-3.

NOTE If you enable Symbol Code ID Character or AIM Code ID Character, and enable Tra nsmit “No Re ad”

Message on page 4-37, the digital scanner appends the code ID for Code 39 to the NR message.

Symbol Code ID Character

(02h)

AIM Code ID Character

(01h)

* None

(00h)

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Prefix/Suffix Values

Key Category Parameter # P = 63h S1 = 62h S2 = 64h

Decimal Value Parameter # P = 69h S1 = 68h S2 = 6Ah

Default Value = 7013 <CR> <LF>

You can appe nd a pr efi x a nd /o r o ne or two su ffix es to sc an da ta f or u se in d at a e dit in g. To s et a va lu e for a pr ef ix or suffix, scan a four-digit number (i.e., four bar codes from Appendix D, Numeric Bar Codes) that corresponds to that value. See Ta ble E- 1 on page E-1 for the four-digit codes.

When using host commands to set the prefix or suffix, set the key category parameter to 1, then set the 3-digit decimal value. See Ta bl e E-1 o n pag e E- 1 for the four-digit codes.

To c or re ct a n er ro r or c ha ng e a se l ec ti on , sc a n Cancel on page D-2.

NOTE To u s e P r e fi x / Su f fi x va l ue s , f i r st se t th e Scan Data Transmission Format on page 4-35.

Scan Prefix

(07h)

Scan Suffix 1

(06h)

Scan Suffix 2

(08h)

Data Format Cancel

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Scan Data Transmission Format

Parameter # EBh

To c ha ng e th e sc a n d a ta f or m a t, sc an o ne o f t h e f o ll o wi n g e i g ht b ar co d es co rr es p o nd i n g t o t he de si r e d f o rm a t .

To s et v a l ue s fo r t h e p re f i x a n d/ o r s u ff i x , s e e Prefix/Suffix Values on page 4-34.

NOTE If using this parameter do not use ADF rules to set the prefix/suffix.

* Data As Is

(00h)

(01h)

(02h)

(03h)

(04h)

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FN1 Substitution Values

Key Category Parameter # 67h

Decimal Value Parameter # 6Dh

The wedge and USB HID keyboard hosts support a FN1 Substitution feature. Enabling this substitutes any FN1 character (0x1b) in an EAN128 bar code with a value. This value defaults to 7013 (Enter key).

When using host commands to set the FN1 substitution value, set the key category parameter to 1, then set the 3-digit keystroke value. See the ASCII character set table for the current host interface for the desired value.

To s el ec t a FN 1 su b s ti t u ti o n v a lu e vi a ba r co d e m e nu s :

1. Scan the bar code below.

2. Locate the keystroke desired for FN1 substitution in the ASCII character set table in the appropriate host

interface chapter. Enter the 4-digit ASCII value by scanning each digit in Appendix D, Numeric Bar Codes.

To c or re c t a n er r or o r c h an g e t h e s e le ct io n, s ca n Cancel on page D-2.

See USB Keyboard FN 1 Substitution on page 5-14 to enable FN1 substitution for the USB HID keyboard.

Scan Data Transmission Format (continued)

(05h)

(06h)

(07h)

Set FN1 Substitution Value

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Tr an sm it “ No R ea d” M es sa ge

Parameter # 5Eh

Scan a bar code below to select whether or not to transmit a No Read message. Enable this to transmit the characters NR when a successful decode does not occur before trigger release or the

Decode Session Timeout

expires. See Decode Session Timeout on page 4-15. Disable this to send nothing to the host if a symbol does not decode.

NOTE If you enable Enable No Read, and also enable Symbol Code ID Character or AIM Code ID Character for

Tra nsmit Cod e I D Ch ar act er o n p age 4-3 3, the digital scanner appends the code ID for Code 39 to the NR

message.

Enable No Read

(01h)

* Disable No Read

(00h)

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Chapter 5 USB Interface

Introduction

This chapter describes how to set up the digital scanner with a USB host. The digital scanner connects directly to a USB host, or a powered USB hub, which powers it. No additional power supply is required.

Throughout the programming bar code menus, asterisks (

*) indicate default values.

*HID Keyboard Emulation

Feature/Option

*Indicates Default

NOTE Most computer monitors allow scanning the bar codes directly on the screen. When scanning from the

screen, be sure to set the document magnification to a level where you can see the bar code clearly, and bars and/or spaces are not merging.

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Connecting a USB Interface

Figure 5-1

USB Connection.

The digital scanner connects with USB-capable hosts including:

•

Desktop PCs and notebooks

• Apple™ iMac, G4, iBooks (North America only)

• IBM SurePOS terminals

•

Sun, IBM, and other network computers that support more than one keyboard.

The following operating systems support the digital scanner through USB:

•

Windows® 98, 2000, ME, XP

•

MacOS 8.5 - MacOS 10.6

•

IBM 4690 OS.

The digital scanner also interfaces with other USB hosts which support USB Human Interface Devices (HID).

Interface cable

USB Series A

Shielded Connector

NOTE When connecting via USB use the shielded connector cable (e.g., p/n CBA-U21-S07ZAR). Refer to

Solution Builder for guidance about cables. If upgrading an LS2208 or LS4208 to a DS4208, the shielded connector cable must be used.

NOTE If using a MacOS, the USB Keystroke Delay may need to be set to Long Delay (40 msec).

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To s et u p th e di g it al s ca n n er :

1. Connect the modular connector of the USB interface cable to the cable interface port on the digital scanner

(see Installing the Interface Cable on page 1-3).

2. Plug the series A connector in the USB host or hub, or plug the Plus Power connector in an available port of

the IBM SurePOS terminal.

3. Select the USB device type by scanning the appropriate bar code from USB Device Type on page 5-5.

4. On first installation when using Windows, the software prompts to select or install the Human Interface Device

driver. To install this driver, provided by Windows, click Next through all the choices and click Finished on the last choice. The digital scanner powers up during this installation.

5. To m od if y an y ot h e r p ar a m et e r o p ti on s, s c a n t h e a p pr o pr i a te b ar c od e s in t h i s c h ap t e r.

If problems occur with the system, see Tr oubleshoo ting on pag e 3-2.

USB Parameter Defaults

Tab le 5 -1 lists the defaults for USB host parameters. To change any option, scan the appropriate bar code(s)

provided in the Parameter Descriptions section beginning on page 5-5.

NOTE Interface cables vary depending on configuration. The connectors illustrated in Figure 5-1 are examples

only. The connectors may be different than those illustrated, but the steps to connect the digital scanner are the same.

NOTE See Appendix A, Standard Default Parameters for all user preferences, hosts, symbologies, and

miscellaneous default parameters.

Tab l e 5- 1

USB Interface Parameter Defaults

Parameter Default

Page

Number

USB Host Parameters

USB Device Type HID Keyboard Emulation 5-5

Symbol Native API (SNAPI) Status Handshaking Enable 5-6

USB Country Keyboard Types (Country Codes) North American 5-7

USB Keystroke Delay No Delay 5-9

Simulated Caps Lock Disable 5-10

USB CAPS Lock Override Disable 5-10

USB Ignore Unknown Characters Enable 5-11

USB Convert Unknown to Code 39 Disable 5-11

USB Ignore Beep Directive Honor 5-12

USB Ignore Type Directive Honor 5-12

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Emulate Keypad Disable 5-13

Emulate Keypad with Leading Zero Disable 5-13

USB FN1 Substitution Disable 5-14

Function Key Mapping Disable 5-14

Convert Case None 5-15

USB Static CDC Enable 5-15

USB Polling Interval 8 msec 5-16

Quick Keypad Emulation Disable 5-18

Tab l e 5- 1

USB Interface Parameter Defaults (Continued)

Parameter Default

Page

Number

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USB Host Parameters

USB Device Type

Select the desired USB device type.

NOTE When changing USB Device Types, the digital scanner automatically resets and issues the standard

startup beep sequences.

NOTE Before selecting CDC COM Port Emulation, install the CDC INF file on the host to ensure the scanner

does not stall during power up (due to a failure to enumerate USB). If the scanner stalls, to recover it:

1) Install the CDC INF file or

2) After power-up, hold the trigger for 10 seconds, which allows the scanner to power up using an alternate USB configuration. Upon power-up, scan another USB Device Type.

* HID Keyboard Emulation

IBM Table Top USB

IBM Hand-Held USB

USB OPOS Handheld

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USB Device Type (continued)

Symbol Native API (SNAPI) Status Handshaking

After selecting a SNAPI interface as the USB device type, select whether to enable or disable status handshaking.

Simple COM Port Emulation

CDC COM Port Emulation

Symbol Native API (SNAPI) without Imaging Interface

* Enable SNAPI Status Handshaking

Disable SNAPI Status Handshaking

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USB Country Keyboard Types - Country Codes

Scan the bar code corresponding to the keyboard type. This setting applies only to the USB HID Keyboard Emulation device.

NOTE When changing USB country keyboard types the digital scanner automatically resets and issues the

standard startup beep sequences.

* North American Standard USB Keyboard

German Windows

French Windows

French Canadian Windows 95/98

French Canadian Windows 2000/XP

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USB Country Keyboard Types - Country Codes (continued)

French Belgian Windows

Spanish Windows

Italian Windows

Swedish Windows

UK English Windows

Japanese Windows (ASCII)

Portuguese-Brazilian Windows

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USB Keystroke Delay

This parameter sets the delay, in milliseconds, between emulated keystrokes. Scan a bar code below to increase the delay when hosts require a slower transmission of data.

* No Delay

Medium Delay (20 msec)

Long Delay (40 msec)

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Simulated Caps Lock

Enable this to invert upper and lower case characters on the bar code as if the Caps Lock state is enabled on the keyboard. This inversion occurs regardless of the keyboard’s Caps Lock state. Note that this only applies to alpha characters.

USB CAPS Lock Override

This option applies only to the HID Keyboard Emulation device. Enable this to preserve the case of the data regardless of the state of the Caps Lock key. This setting is always enabled for the Japanese, Windows (ASCII) keyboard type and can not be disabled.

* Disable Simulated Caps Lock

Enable Simulated Caps Lock

Override Caps Lock Key

(Enable)

* Do Not Override Caps Lock Key

(Disable)

NOTE If both Simulated Caps Lock and Caps Lock Override are enabled, Caps Lock Override takes precedence.

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USB Ignore Unknown Characters

This option applies only to the HID Keyboard Emulation device and IBM device. Unknown characters are characters the host does not recognize. Select Send Bar Codes With Unknown Characters to send all bar code data except for unknown characters. The digital scanner issues no error beeps.

Select Do Not Send Bar Codes With Unknown Characters, for IBM devices, to prevent sending bar codes containing at least one unknown character are to the host, or for HID Keyboard Emulation devices, this sends the bar code characters up to the unknown character. The digital scanner issues an error beep.

USB Convert Unknown to Code 39

This option applies only to the IBM Handheld, IBM Tabletop, and OPOS devices. Scan a bar code below to enable or disable converting unknown bar code type data to Code 39.

* Send Bar Codes with Unknown Characters

(Transmit)

Do Not Send Bar Codes with Unknown Characters

(Disable)

* Disable Convert Unknown to Code 39

Enable Convert Unknown to Code 39

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USB Ignore Beep Directive

This applies only to IBM handheld, IBM tabletop, and OPOS devices. Scan one of the following bar codes to honor or ignore a beep directive. All directives are still acknowledged as if they were processed.

USB Ignore Type Directive

This applies only to IBM handheld, IBM tabletop, and OPOS devices. Scan one of the following bar codes to honor or ignore a code type enable/disable directive. All directives are still acknowledged as if they were processed.

* Honor USB Beep Directive

Ignore USB Beep Directive

* Honor USB Ignore Type Directive

Ignore USB Ignore Type Directive

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Emulate Keypad

Enable this to send all characters as ASCII sequences over the numeric keypad. For example ASCII A transmits as “ALT make” 0 6 5 “ALT Break”.

Emulate Keypad with Leading Zero

Enable this to send character sequences sent over the numeric keypad as ISO characters which have a leading zero. For example ASCII A transmits as “ALT MAKE” 0 0 6 5 “ALT BREAK”.

* Disable Keypad Emulation

Enable Keypad Emulation

* Disable Keypad Emulation with Leading Zero

Enable Keypad Emulation with Leading Zero

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USB Keyboard FN 1 Substitution

This option applies only to the USB HID Keyboard Emulation device. Enable this to replace any FN 1 characters in an EAN 128 bar code with a user-selected Key Category and value (see FN1 Substitution Values on page 4-36 to set the Key Category and Key Value).

Function Key Mapping

ASCII values under 32 are normally sent as a control-key sequences (see Ta ble 5-2 on page 5-19). Enable this parameter to send the keys in bold in place of the standard key mapping. Table entries that do not have a bold entry remain the same whether or not you enable this parameter.

Enable

* Disable

* Disable Function Key Mapping

Enable Function Key Mapping

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Convert Case

Enable this to convert all bar code data to the selected case.

USB Static CDC

When disabled, each device connected consumes another COM port (first device = COM1, second device = COM2, third device = COM3, etc.)

When enabled, each device connects to the same COM port.

* No Case Conversion

Convert All to Upper Case

Convert All to Lower Case

* Enable USB Static CDC

Disable USB Static CDC

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USB Polling Interval

This option applies only to the USB HID Keyboard Emulation Device. Scan a bar code below to set the polling interval. The polling interval determines the rate at which data can be sent between the scanner and the host computer. A lower number indicates a faster data rate.

CAUTION Ensure your host machine can handle the selected data rate. Selecting a data rate that is too fast for

your host machine may result in lost data.

1 msec

2 msec

3msec

4 msec

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USB Polling Interval (continued)

5 msec

6 msec

7 msec

* 8 msec

9 msec

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Quick Keypad Emulation

This option applies only to the HID Keyboard Emulation Device and if Emulate Keypad is enabled. This parameter enables a quicker method of keypad emulation where ASCII sequences are only sent for ASCII characters not found on the keyboard. The default value is Disable.

Enable

* Disable

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ASCII Character Set for USB

Tab l e 5- 2

USB Prefix/Suffix Values

Prefix/ Suffix Value

Full ASCII Code 39 Encode Char.acter

Keystroke

1000 %U CTRL 2

1001 $A CTRL A

1002 $B CTRL B

1003 $C CTRL C

1004 $D CTRL D

1005 $E CTRL E

1006 $F CTRL F

1007 $G CTRL G

1008 $H

CTRL H/

BACKSPACE

1009 $I

CTRL I/

HORIZONTAL TAB

1010 $J CTRL J

1011 $K CTRL K

1012 $L CTRL L

1013 $M

CTRL M/

ENTER

1014 $N CTRL N

1015 $O CTRL O

1016 $P CTRL P

1017 $Q CTRL Q

1018 $R CTRL R

1019 $S CTRL S

1020 $T CTRL T

1021 $U CTRL U

1022 $V CTRL V

1023 $W CTRL W

1024 $X CTRL X

The keystroke in bold transmits only if you enable

Function Key Mapping on page

5-14

. Otherwise, the unbolded keystroke transmits.

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