Motorola DS6707 User Manual

Symbol DS6707 Digital Imager Scanner
Product Reference Guide
Symbol DS6707 Digital Imager Scanner
Product Reference Guide
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Revision A
May 2009
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Revision History

Changes to the original manual are listed below:
Change Date Description
-01 Rev A 8/2006 Initial Release.
-02 Rev A 4/2007 Updated service information, updated operating temperature and drop
-03 Rev A 8/2007 Updated decode zone/range information
-04 Rev A 8/2008 Added DP and HD model information, added Fuzzy 1D, Decode Mirror Images,
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specifications, added Host Trigger Mode option, added new UPC/EAN supplemental options, changed RSS references to GS1 DataBar, added following parameters: Illumination Bank Control, Fixed Exposure, Fixed Gain, Gain/Exposure Priority for Snapshot Mode, Image Brightness, JPEG Target File Size, Image Enhancement, Bookland ISBN format, 4State Postal, Inverse 1D, Data Matrix Inverse, Micro QR, QR Inverse, Aztec, Aztec Inverse
Low Light Enhancement, and Presentation Mode Field of View parameters, updated Signature Capture Width and Height options, added Code 128 Lengths and Post US4, changed code type name from UCC/EAN-128 to GS1-128
-05 Rev A 10/2008 Updated wall mount template, added separate dimensions and weight specifications for the Symbol DS6707-DP model, added custom defaults options, added specific string search and new move cursor options in ADF chapter
-06 Rev A 5/2009 Added ISSN EAN, Matrix 2 of 5, and Chinese 2 of 5 code types, added ISBT concatenation parameters.

Table of Contents

About This Guide
Introduction.................................................................................................................... xv
Configurations................................................................................................................ xv
Chapter Descriptions ..................................................................................................... xv
Notational Conventions.................................................................................................. xvi
Related Documents ....................................................................................................... xvii
Service Information........................................................................................................ xvii
Chapter 1: Getting Started
Introduction ................................................................................................................... 1-1
Supported Interfaces .................................................................................................... 1-2
Unpacking ..................................................................................................................... 1-2
Setting Up the Digital Imager Scanner ......................................................................... 1-3
Installing the Interface Cable .................................................................................. 1-3
Removing the Interface Cable ................................................................................ 1-3
Connecting Power (if required) ............................................................................... 1-4
Configuring the Digital Imager Scanner .................................................................. 1-4
Mounting the Digital Imager Scanner ........................................................................... 1-4
Desk Mount ............................................................................................................. 1-4
Wall Mount .............................................................................................................. 1-5
Chapter 2: Scanning
Introduction ................................................................................................................... 2-1
Beeper Definitions ........................................................................................................ 2-2
LED Definitions ............................................................................................................. 2-4
Scanning in Hand-Held Mode ....................................................................................... 2-4
Scanning with the Digital Imager Scanner .............................................................. 2-4
Aiming .................................................................................................................... 2-6
Scanning in Presentation Mode .................................................................................... 2-7
Decode Zones .............................................................................................................. 2-8
Symbol DS6707-SR Standard Range Digital Imager Scanner - 1D Bar Codes ..... 2-8
Symbol DS6707-SR Standard Range Digital Imager Scanner - 2D Bar Codes ..... 2-9
Symbol DS6707-DC Document Capture Digital Imager Scanner - 1D Bar Codes . 2-10
Symbol DS6707-DC Document Capture Digital Imager Scanner - 2D Bar Codes . 2-11
Symbol DS6707-DP Direct Part Mark Digital Imager Scanner - 1D and
PDF417 Bar Codes ................................................................................................. 2-12
Symbol DS6707-DP Direct Part Mark Digital Imager Scanner - 2D Bar Codes ..... 2-13
Symbol DS6707-HD High Density Digital Imager Scanner - 1D and
PDF417 Bar Codes ................................................................................................. 2-14
Symbol DS6707-HD High Density Digital Imager Scanner - 2D Bar Codes ........... 2-15
Chapter 3: Maintenance & Technical Specifications
Introduction ................................................................................................................... 3-1
Maintenance ................................................................................................................. 3-1
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................ 3-2
Technical Specifications ............................................................................................... 3-4
Digital Imager Scanner Signal Descriptions ................................................................. 3-8
Chapter 4: User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Imager Scanner Options
Introduction ................................................................................................................... 4-1
Scanning Sequence Examples ..................................................................................... 4-2
Errors While Scanning .................................................................................................. 4-2
User Preferences and Miscellaneous Options - Parameter Defaults ........................... 4-2
User Preferences .......................................................................................................... 4-4
Set Default Parameter ............................................................................................ 4-4
Parameter Scanning ............................................................................................... 4-5
Beeper Tone ........................................................................................................... 4-5
Beeper Volume ....................................................................................................... 4-6
Power Mode ............................................................................................................ 4-6
Time Delay to Low Power Mode ............................................................................. 4-7
Trigger Mode ........................................................................................................... 4-8
Picklist Mode ........................................................................................................... 4-9
Decode Session Timeout ........................................................................................ 4-10
Timeout Between Decodes, Same Symbol ............................................................ 4-10
Decoding Illumination .............................................................................................. 4-11
DP Illumination ....................................................................................................... 4-12
Decode Aiming Pattern ........................................................................................... 4-13
Fuzzy 1D Processing .............................................................................................. 4-13
Decode Mirror Images (Data Matrix Only) .............................................................. 4-14
Miscellaneous Scanner Parameters ............................................................................. 4-15
Transmit Code ID Character ................................................................................... 4-15
Prefix/Suffix Values ................................................................................................. 4-16
Scan Data Transmission Format ............................................................................ 4-17
FN1 Substitution Values ......................................................................................... 4-18
Transmit “No Read” Message ................................................................................. 4-19
Chapter 5: Imaging Preferences
Introduction ................................................................................................................... 5-1
Scanning Sequence Examples ..................................................................................... 5-2
Errors While Scanning .................................................................................................. 5-2
Imaging Preferences Parameter Defaults ..................................................................... 5-2
Imaging Preferences ..................................................................................................... 5-4
Operational Modes .................................................................................................. 5-4
Low Light Enhancement ......................................................................................... 5-5
Presentation Mode Field of View ............................................................................ 5-5
Image Capture Autoexposure ................................................................................. 5-6
Image Capture Illumination ..................................................................................... 5-6
Illumination Bank Control ........................................................................................ 5-7
Fixed Exposure ....................................................................................................... 5-8
Fixed Gain ............................................................................................................... 5-8
Gain/Exposure Priority for Snapshot Mode ............................................................. 5-9
Snapshot Mode Timeout ......................................................................................... 5-10
Snapshot Aiming Pattern ........................................................................................ 5-10
Image Cropping ...................................................................................................... 5-11
Crop to Pixel Addresses ......................................................................................... 5-12
Image Size (Number of Pixels) ............................................................................... 5-13
Image Brightness (Target White) ............................................................................ 5-14
JPEG Image Options .............................................................................................. 5-14
JPEG Target File Size ............................................................................................ 5-15
JPEG Quality and Size Value ................................................................................. 5-15
Image Enhancement ............................................................................................... 5-16
Image File Format Selector ..................................................................................... 5-17
Bits Per Pixel ........................................................................................................... 5-18
Signature Capture ................................................................................................... 5-19
Signature Capture File Format Selector ................................................................. 5-20
Signature Capture Bits Per Pixel ............................................................................ 5-21
Signature Capture Width ......................................................................................... 5-22
Signature Capture Height ....................................................................................... 5-22
Signature Capture JPEG Quality ............................................................................ 5-22
Video View Finder ................................................................................................... 5-23
Target Video Frame Size ........................................................................................ 5-23
Video View Finder Image Size ................................................................................ 5-24
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Chapter 6: SSI Interface
Introduction ................................................................................................................... 6-1
Connecting Using Simple Serial Interface .................................................................... 6-2
Simple Serial Interface Default Parameters .................................................................. 6-3
SSI Host Parameters .................................................................................................... 6-4
Baud Rate ............................................................................................................... 6-4
Parity ....................................................................................................................... 6-6
Check Parity ............................................................................................................ 6-7
Software Handshaking ............................................................................................ 6-7
Host RTS Line State ............................................................................................... 6-8
Decode Data Packet Format ................................................................................... 6-8
Stop Bit Select ........................................................................................................ 6-9
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Host Serial Response Time-out .............................................................................. 6-10
Host Character Time-out ......................................................................................... 6-11
Multipacket Option .................................................................................................. 6-12
Interpacket Delay .................................................................................................... 6-13
Event Reporting ............................................................................................................ 6-14
Decode Event ......................................................................................................... 6-14
Boot Up Event ......................................................................................................... 6-15
Parameter Event ..................................................................................................... 6-15
Chapter 7: USB Interface
Introduction ................................................................................................................... 7-1
Connecting a USB Interface ......................................................................................... 7-2
USB Parameter Defaults .............................................................................................. 7-3
USB Host Parameters .................................................................................................. 7-4
USB Device Type .................................................................................................... 7-4
Symbol Native API (SNAPI) Status Handshaking ................................................... 7-5
USB Country Keyboard Types (Country Codes) .................................................... 7-6
USB Keystroke Delay ............................................................................................. 7-8
USB CAPS Lock Override ...................................................................................... 7-8
USB Ignore Unknown Characters ........................................................................... 7-9
Emulate Keypad ...................................................................................................... 7-9
Emulate Keypad with Leading Zero ........................................................................ 7-10
USB Keyboard FN 1 Substitution ............................................................................ 7-10
Function Key Mapping ............................................................................................ 7-11
Simulated Caps Lock .............................................................................................. 7-11
Convert Case .......................................................................................................... 7-12
ASCII Character Set for USB ........................................................................................ 7-13
Chapter 8: RS-232 Interface
Introduction ................................................................................................................... 8-1
Connecting an RS-232 Interface .................................................................................. 8-2
RS-232 Parameter Defaults .......................................................................................... 8-3
RS-232 Host Parameters .............................................................................................. 8-4
RS-232 Host Types ................................................................................................. 8-6
Baud Rate ............................................................................................................... 8-7
Parity ....................................................................................................................... 8-9
Stop Bit Select ........................................................................................................ 8-10
Data Bits ................................................................................................................. 8-10
Check Receive Errors ............................................................................................. 8-11
Hardware Handshaking .......................................................................................... 8-11
Software Handshaking ............................................................................................ 8-13
Host Serial Response Time-out .............................................................................. 8-15
RTS Line State ........................................................................................................ 8-16
Beep on <BEL> ....................................................................................................... 8-16
Intercharacter Delay ................................................................................................ 8-17
Nixdorf Beep/LED Options ...................................................................................... 8-18
Ignore Unknown Characters ................................................................................... 8-18
ASCII Character Set for RS-232 ................................................................................... 8-19
Chapter 9: 123Scan
Introduction ................................................................................................................... 9-1
123Scan Parameter ...................................................................................................... 9-1
Chapter 10: Symbologies
Introduction ................................................................................................................... 10-1
Scanning Sequence Examples ..................................................................................... 10-1
Errors While Scanning .................................................................................................. 10-2
Symbology Parameter Defaults .................................................................................... 10-2
UPC/EAN ...................................................................................................................... 10-7
Enable/Disable UPC-A ............................................................................................ 10-7
Enable/Disable UPC-E ............................................................................................ 10-7
Enable/Disable UPC-E1 .......................................................................................... 10-8
Enable/Disable EAN-8/JAN-8 ................................................................................. 10-8
Enable/Disable EAN-13/JAN-13 ............................................................................. 10-9
Enable/Disable Bookland EAN ............................................................................... 10-9
Decode UPC/EAN/JAN Supplementals .................................................................. 10-10
User-Programmable Supplementals ....................................................................... 10-13
UPC/EAN/JAN Supplemental Redundancy ............................................................ 10-14
Transmit UPC-A Check Digit .................................................................................. 10-14
Transmit UPC-E Check Digit .................................................................................. 10-15
Transmit UPC-E1 Check Digit ................................................................................ 10-15
UPC-E1 Preamble .................................................................................................. 10-18
Convert UPC-E1 to UPC-A ..................................................................................... 10-19
UCC Coupon Extended Code ................................................................................. 10-22
ISSN EAN ............................................................................................................... 10-22
Code 128 ...................................................................................................................... 10-23
Enable/Disable Code 128 ....................................................................................... 10-23
Set Lengths for Code 128 ....................................................................................... 10-23
Enable/Disable GS1-128 (formerly UCC/EAN-128) ................................................ 10-25
Enable/Disable ISBT 128 ........................................................................................ 10-25
ISBT Concatenation ................................................................................................ 10-26
Check ISBT Table ................................................................................................... 10-27
ISBT Concatenation Redundancy ........................................................................... 10-27
Code 39 ........................................................................................................................ 10-28
Enable/Disable Code 39 ......................................................................................... 10-28
Enable/Disable Trioptic Code 39 ............................................................................ 10-28
Convert Code 39 to Code 32 .................................................................................. 10-29
Code 32 Prefix ........................................................................................................ 10-29
Set Lengths for Code 39 ......................................................................................... 10-30
Code 39 Check Digit Verification ............................................................................ 10-31
Transmit Code 39 Check Digit ................................................................................ 10-32
Code 39 Full ASCII Conversion .............................................................................. 10-32
Code 39 Buffering (Scan & Store) .......................................................................... 10-33
Code 93 ........................................................................................................................ 10-36
Enable/Disable Code 93 ......................................................................................... 10-36
Set Lengths for Code 93 ......................................................................................... 10-36
Code 11 ........................................................................................................................ 10-38
Code 11 .................................................................................................................. 10-38
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Set Lengths for Code 11 ......................................................................................... 10-38
Code 11 Check Digit Verification ............................................................................ 10-40
Transmit Code 11 Check Digits .............................................................................. 10-41
Interleaved 2 of 5 (ITF) ................................................................................................. 10-42
Enable/Disable Interleaved 2 of 5 ........................................................................... 10-42
Set Lengths for Interleaved 2 of 5 ........................................................................... 10-42
I 2 of 5 Check Digit Verification ............................................................................... 10-44
Transmit I 2 of 5 Check Digit ................................................................................... 10-44
Convert I 2 of 5 to EAN-13 ...................................................................................... 10-45
Discrete 2 of 5 (DTF) .................................................................................................... 10-46
Enable/Disable Discrete 2 of 5 ................................................................................ 10-46
Set Lengths for Discrete 2 of 5 ............................................................................... 10-46
Codabar (NW - 7) ......................................................................................................... 10-48
Enable/Disable Codabar ......................................................................................... 10-48
Set Lengths for Codabar ......................................................................................... 10-48
CLSI Editing ............................................................................................................ 10-50
NOTIS Editing ......................................................................................................... 10-50
MSI ............................................................................................................................... 10-51
Enable/Disable MSI ................................................................................................ 10-51
Set Lengths for MSI ................................................................................................ 10-51
MSI Check Digits .................................................................................................... 10-52
Transmit MSI Check Digit(s) ................................................................................... 10-53
MSI Check Digit Algorithm ...................................................................................... 10-53
Chinese 2 of 5 ............................................................................................................... 10-54
Enable/Disable Chinese 2 of 5 ................................................................................ 10-54
Matrix 2 of 5 .................................................................................................................. 10-55
Enable/Disable Matrix 2 of 5 ................................................................................... 10-55
Set Lengths for Matrix 2 of 5 ................................................................................... 10-56
Matrix 2 of 5 Redundancy ....................................................................................... 10-57
Matrix 2 of 5 Check Digit ......................................................................................... 10-57
Transmit Matrix 2 of 5 Check Digit .......................................................................... 10-58
Inverse 1D .................................................................................................................... 10-59
Postal Codes ................................................................................................................ 10-60
US Postnet .............................................................................................................. 10-60
US Planet ................................................................................................................ 10-60
Transmit US Postal Check Digit .............................................................................. 10-61
UK Postal ................................................................................................................ 10-61
Transmit UK Postal Check Digit .............................................................................. 10-62
Japan Postal ........................................................................................................... 10-62
Australian Postal ..................................................................................................... 10-63
Netherlands KIX Code ............................................................................................ 10-63
USPS 4CB/One Code/Intelligent Mail ..................................................................... 10-64
UPU FICS Postal .................................................................................................... 10-64
GS1 DataBar ................................................................................................................ 10-65
GS1 DataBar-14 ..................................................................................................... 10-65
GS1 DataBar Limited .............................................................................................. 10-65
GS1 DataBar Expanded ......................................................................................... 10-66
Convert GS1 DataBar to UPC/EAN ........................................................................ 10-66
Composite ..................................................................................................................... 10-67
Composite CC-C ..................................................................................................... 10-67
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Composite CC-A/B .................................................................................................. 10-67
Composite TLC-39 .................................................................................................. 10-68
UPC Composite Mode ............................................................................................ 10-69
Composite Beep Mode ........................................................................................... 10-70
GS1-128 Emulation Mode for UCC/EAN Composite Codes ................................... 10-70
2D Symbologies ............................................................................................................ 10-71
Enable/Disable PDF417 .......................................................................................... 10-71
Enable/Disable MicroPDF417 ................................................................................. 10-71
Code 128 Emulation ............................................................................................... 10-72
Data Matrix .............................................................................................................. 10-73
Data Matrix Inverse ................................................................................................. 10-74
Maxicode ................................................................................................................. 10-75
QR Code ................................................................................................................. 10-75
QR Inverse .............................................................................................................. 10-76
MicroQR .................................................................................................................. 10-77
Aztec ....................................................................................................................... 10-77
Aztec Inverse .......................................................................................................... 10-78
Redundancy Level ........................................................................................................ 10-79
Redundancy Level 1 ............................................................................................... 10-79
Redundancy Level 2 ............................................................................................... 10-79
Redundancy Level 3 ............................................................................................... 10-79
Redundancy Level 4 ............................................................................................... 10-80
Security Level ............................................................................................................... 10-81
Intercharacter Gap Size .......................................................................................... 10-82
Report Version .............................................................................................................. 10-82
Macro PDF Features .................................................................................................... 10-83
Flush Macro Buffer .................................................................................................. 10-83
Abort Macro PDF Entry ........................................................................................... 10-83
Chapter 11: Advanced Data Formatting
Introduction ................................................................................................................... 11-1
Rules: Criteria Linked to Actions ................................................................................... 11-1
Using ADF Bar Codes .................................................................................................. 11-2
ADF Bar Code Menu Example ..................................................................................... 11-2
Rule 1: The Code 128 Scanning Rule .................................................................... 11-3
Rule 2: The UPC Scanning Rule ............................................................................ 11-3
Alternate Rule Sets ................................................................................................. 11-3
Rules Hierarchy (in Bar Codes) .............................................................................. 11-4
Default Rules .......................................................................................................... 11-5
ADF Bar Codes ............................................................................................................. 11-5
Special Commands ....................................................................................................... 11-8
Pause Duration ....................................................................................................... 11-8
Begin New Rule ...................................................................................................... 11-8
Save Rule ............................................................................................................... 11-8
Erase ....................................................................................................................... 11-9
Quit Entering Rules ................................................................................................. 11-9
Disable Rule Set ..................................................................................................... 11-10
Criteria .......................................................................................................................... 11-11
Code Types ............................................................................................................. 11-11
Code Lengths .......................................................................................................... 11-18
Message Containing A Specific Data String ........................................................... 11-22
Actions .......................................................................................................................... 11-27
Send Data ............................................................................................................... 11-27
Setup Field(s) .......................................................................................................... 11-30
Modify Data ............................................................................................................. 11-37
Pad Data with Spaces ............................................................................................. 11-38
Pad Data with Zeros ............................................................................................... 11-42
Beeps ...................................................................................................................... 11-47
Send Keystroke (Control Characters and Keyboard Characters) ........................... 11-47
Send Right Control Key .......................................................................................... 11-83
Send Graphic User Interface (GUI) Characters ...................................................... 11-84
Turn On/Off Rule Sets ............................................................................................ 11-89
Alphanumeric Keyboard ............................................................................................... 11-91
Appendix A: Standard Default Parameters
Appendix B: Programming Reference
Symbol Code Identifiers ................................................................................................ B-1
AIM Code Identifiers ..................................................................................................... B-3
Appendix C: Sample Bar Codes
Code 39 ........................................................................................................................ C-1
UPC/EAN ...................................................................................................................... C-1
UPC-A, 100% .......................................................................................................... C-1
EAN-13, 100% ........................................................................................................ C-2
Code 128 ...................................................................................................................... C-2
Interleaved 2 of 5 .......................................................................................................... C-2
GS1 DataBar-14 ........................................................................................................... C-3
PDF417 ......................................................................................................................... C-3
Data Matrix ................................................................................................................... C-3
Maxicode ...................................................................................................................... C-4
QR Code ....................................................................................................................... C-4
US Postnet .................................................................................................................... C-4
UK Postal ...................................................................................................................... C-5
Appendix D: Numeric Bar Codes
Numeric Bar Codes ...................................................................................................... D-1
Cancel ........................................................................................................................... D-2
Appendix E: ASCII Character Sets
Glossary
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About This Guide

Introduction

The Symbol DS6707 Digital Imager Scanner Product Reference Guide provides general instructions for setting up,
operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting the Symbol DS6707 digital imager scanner.

Configurations

This guide includes the following digital imager scanner configurations:
Symbol DS6707-SR: Standard Range digital imager scanner for point of sale scanning.
Symbol DS6707-DC: Document Capture digital imager scanner for 8 1/2 in. by 11 in. imaging.
Symbol DS6707-DP: Direct Part Mark digital imager scanner for DPM scanning.
Symbol DS6707-HD: High Density digital imager scanner for high-density 1D and 2D bar codes.

Chapter Descriptions

Topics included in this guide are as follows:
Chapter 1, Getting Started provides a product overview, unpacking instructions, and cable connection
information.
Chapter 2, Scanning describes parts of the digital imager scanner, beeper and LED definitions, and how to
use the scanner in hand-held and presentation (hands-free) modes.
Chapter 3, Maintenance & Technical Specifications provides information on how to care for the digital imager
scanner, troubleshooting, and technical specifications.
Chapter 4, User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Imager Scanner Options provides frequently used
features to customize how data transmits to the host, and programming bar codes for selecting these features for the digital imager scanner.
Chapter 5, Imaging Preferences provides programming bar codes for selecting imaging features.
Chapter 6, SSI Interface describes how to set up the digital imager scanner with a Simple Serial Interface
(SSI) host. When using SSI, program the digital imager scanner via bar code menu or SSI host commands.
Chapter 7, USB Interface describes how to set up the digital imager scanner with a USB host.
Chapter 8, RS-232 Interface describes how to set up the digital imager scanner with an RS-232 host, such as
point-of-sale devices, host computers, or other devices with an available RS-232 port.
Chapter 9, 123Scan describes the 123Scan PC-based scanner configuration tool, and provides the bar code
to scan to communicate with the 123Scan program.
Chapter 10, Symbologies describes all symbology features and provides programming bar codes for
selecting these features for the digital imager scanner.
Chapter 11, Advanced Data Formatting (ADF) describes how to customize scanned data before transmitting
to the host.
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.

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
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.
*Baud Rate 9600
Feature/Option
* Indicates Default
Throughout the programming bar code menus, asterisks (*) are used to denote default parameter settings.

Related Documents

The Symbol DS6707 Digital Imager Scanner Quick Start Guide, p/n 72-83972-xx, provides general information for
getting started with the Symbol DS6707 digital imager scanner, and includes basic set up and operation
instructions.
For the latest version of this guide and all guides, go to: http://www.motorola.com/enterprisemobility/manuals.

Service Information

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If you have a problem with your equipment, contact Motorola Enterprise Mobility support for your region. Contact
information is available at: http://www.motorola.com/enterprisemobility/contactsupport.
When contacting Enterprise Mobility support, please have the following information available:
Serial number of the unit
Model number or product name
Software type and version number
Motorola responds to calls by e-mail, telephone or fax within the time limits set forth in service agreements.
If your problem cannot be solved by Motorola Enterprise Mobility Support, you may need to return your equipment
for servicing and will be given specific directions. Motorola is not responsible for any damages incurred during
shipment if the approved shipping container is not used. Shipping the units improperly can possibly void the
warranty.
If you purchased your Enterprise Mobility business product from a Motorola business partner, please contact that
business partner for support.
Chapter 1 Getting Started

Introduction

The Symbol DS6707 digital imager scanner combines superior 1D and 2D omnidirectional bar code scanning and
sub-second image capture and transfer to provide the best value in a digital imager scanner. Whether in hand-held
mode or presentation (hands-free) mode in a stand, the digital imager scanner ensures comfort and ease of use for
extended periods of time.
Figure 1-1
Symbol DS6707 Digital Imager Scanner

Supported Interfaces

The Symbol DS6707digital imager scanner supports:
Simple Serial Interface (SSI) connection to a host. When using SSI, program the digital imager scanner via bar code menu or SSI host commands.
Standard RS-232 connection to a host. Scan bar code menus to set up communication between the digital imager scanner and the host.
USB connection to a host. The digital imager 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 German, French, French Canadian, Spanish, Italian, Swedish, UK English, Portuguese-Brazilian, and Japanese.
Configuration via 123Scan.

Unpacking

Getting Started 1 - 2
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environment): North America,
Remove the digital imager scanner from its packing and inspect it for damage. If the scanner was damaged in
transit, contact Motorola Enterprise Mobility Support. See page xvii for contact information. KEEP THE PACKING.
It is the approved shipping container; use this to return the equipment for servicing.
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Cable interface port
Interface cable modular connector

Setting Up the Digital Imager Scanner

Installing the Interface Cable

1. Plug the interface cable modular connector into the cable interface port on the bottom of the scanner handle.
See Figure 1-2.
2. Gently tug the cable to ensure the connector is properly secured.
3. Connect the other end of the interface cable to the host (see the specific host chapter for information on host
connections).
Figure 1-2
Installing the Cable
NOTE Different hosts require different cables. The connectors illustrated in each host chapter are examples only.
Connectors vary from those illustrated, but the steps to connect the digital imager scanner are the same.

Removing the Interface Cable

1. Using the tip of a screwdriver, depress the cable’s modular connector clip.
Figure 1-3
2. Carefully slide out the cable.
3. Follow the steps for Installing the Interface Cable to connect a new cable.
Removing the Cable
Getting Started 1 - 4

Connecting Power (if required)

If the host does not provide power to the digital imager scanner, connect an external power supply:
1. Connect the interface cable to the bottom of the digital imager scanner, as described in Installing the Interface
Cable on page 1-3.
2. Connect the other end of the interface cable to the host (refer to the host manual to locate the correct port).
3. Plug the power supply into the power jack on the interface cable. Plug the other end of the power supply into
an AC outlet.

Configuring the Digital Imager Scanner

To configure the digital imager scanner, use the bar codes in this manual, or the 123Scan configuration program.
See Chapter 4, User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Imager Scanner Options and Chapter 5, Imaging
Preferences for information about programming the digital imager scanner using bar code menus. Also see each
host-specific chapter to set up connection to a specific host type.
See Chapter 9, 123Scan to configure the digital imager scanner using this configuration program. The program
includes a help file.

Mounting the Digital Imager Scanner

Desk Mount

Use the optional desk mount for convenient and protective placement of the digital imager scanner on a flat
surface. Simply place the mount on the surface. The rubber feet hold the mount securely in place when inserting
and removing the digital imager scanner.
Figure 1-4
Alternatively, secure the desk mount to a desk surface by inserting two screws* appropriate for the mounting
surface through the screw holes of the desk mount, and into the surface. Screw the desk mount onto the surface
with or without the rubber feet.
Inserting the Digital Imager Scanner in the Desk Mount
*The recommended screws are two #6 screws (5/8” long).
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2.98”
Insert mounting screw Insert mounting screw

Wall Mount

To use the optional wall mount to mount the digital imager scanner on a wall, place the mount in the desired
location on the wall and secure by inserting two screws* appropriate for the mounting surface through the screw
holes on the mount, and into the surface. Insert the digital imager scanner into the mount as shown.
Figure 1-5
*The recommended screws are two #6 screws (1” long) and two #6 washers.
For convenience, print this page and use the template below for mounting hole locations.
Figure 1-6
Securing the Wall Mount
Wall Mounting Template
Chapter 2 Scanning
Scan Window
Trigger
LED
Beeper

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
2 - 2 Symbol DS6707 Digital Imager Scanner Product Reference Guide

Beeper Definitions

The digital imager scanner issues different beep sequences and patterns to indicate status. Table 2-1 defines beep
sequences that occur during both normal scanning and while programming the digital imager scanner.
Table 2-1
Standard Use
Low/medium/high beeps Power up.
Short high beep A bar code symbol was decoded (if decode beeper is enabled).
4 long low beeps A transmission error was detected in a scanned symbol. The data is ignored. This
5 low beeps Conversion or format error.
Low/high/low beeps ADF transmit error. See
High/high/high/low beeps RS-232 receive error.
Parameter Menu Scanning
Short high beep Correct entry scanned or correct menu sequence performed.
Low/high beeps Input error; incorrect bar code, programming sequence, or
High/low beeps Keyboard parameter selected. Enter value using numeric bar codes.
Beeper Definitions
Beeper Sequence Indication
occurs if the digital imager scanner is not properly configured. Check option setting.
Chapter 11, Advanced Data Formatting
remain in ADF program mode.
Cancel
.
scanned;
High/low/high/low beeps Successful program exit with change in parameter setting.
Low/high/low/high beeps Out of host parameter storage space. Scan
Code 39 Buffering
High/low beeps New Code 39 data was entered into the buffer.
3 long high beeps Code 39 buffer is full.
Low/high/low beeps The Code 39 buffer was erased or there was an attempt to clear or transmit an
empty buffer.
Low/high beeps A successful transmission of buffered data.
Macro PDF
2 long low beeps
3 long low beeps Out of memory. There is not enough buffer space to store the current MPDF
4 long low beeps Bad symbology. Scanned a 1D or 2D bar code in a MPDF sequence, a duplicate
5 long low beeps Flushing MPDF buffer.
File ID error. A bar code not in the current MPDF sequence was scanned.
symbol.
MPDF label, a label in an incorrect order, or trying to transmit an empty or illegal MPDF field.
Set Default Parameter on page 4-4
.
Scanning 2 - 3
Table 2-1
Fast warble beep Aborting MPDF sequence.
Low/high beeps Flushing an already empty MPDF buffer.
ADF Programming: Normal Data Entry. Duration of tones are short.
High/low beeps Enter another digit. Add leading zeros to the front if necessary.
Low/low beeps Enter another alphabetic character or scan the
High/high beeps Enter another criterion or action, or scan the
High/low/high/low beeps Rule saved. Rule entry mode exited.
High/low/low beeps All criteria or actions cleared for current rule, continue entering rule.
Low beep Delete last saved rule. The current rule is left intact.
Low/high/high beeps All rules are deleted.
ADF Programming: Error Indications. Duration of tones are very long.
Low/high/low/high beeps Out of rule memory. Erase some existing rules, then try to save rule again.
Beeper Definitions (Continued)
Beeper Sequence Indication
(It is not necessary to re-enter the current rule.)
End of Message
Save Rule
bar code.
bar code.
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. Re-enter criterion or action. All previously
entered criteria and actions are retained. Criteria or action list is too long for a rule.
Host Specific
USB only
4 short high beeps The digital imager scanner has not completed initialization. Wait several seconds
and scan again.
Low/medium/high beeps upon scanning a USB device type
Low/medium/high beeps occur more than once.
RS-232 only
1 short high beep A <BEL> character is received and Beep on <BEL> is enabled.
Communication with the bus must be established before the digital imager scanner can operate at the highest power level.
The USB bus can put the digital imager scanner in a state where power to the digital imager scanner is cycled on and off more than once. This is normal and usually happens when the PC cold boots.
2 - 4 Symbol DS6707 Digital Imager Scanner Product Reference Guide

LED Definitions

In addition to beep sequences, the digital imager scanner uses a two-color LED to indicate status. Table 2-2 defines LED colors that display during scanning.
Table 2-2
Off No power is applied to the digital imager scanner, or the digital imager scanner is on and
Green A bar code was successfully decoded.
Red A data transmission error or digital imager scanner malfunction occurred.
Standard LED Definitions
LED Indication
ready to scan.

Scanning in Hand-Held Mode

Install and program the digital imager scanner (see Setting Up the Digital Imager Scanner on page 1-3). For assistance, contact the local supplier or Motorola Enterprise Mobility Support.

Scanning with the Digital Imager Scanner

1. Ensure all connections are secure (see the appropriate host chapter.)
2. Aim the digital imager scanner at the bar code.
Figure 2-2
Scanning in Hand-Held Mode
Scanning 2 - 5
DS6707-DP Pattern
Standard Pattern
Linear bar code
PDF417 symbol
Symbol
Aiming Pattern
1D bar code
2D bar code
DS6707-DP Pattern
Data Matrix bar code
3. When the digital imager scanner senses movement, in its default Auto Aim trigger mode, it projects a red laser
aiming pattern (Figure 2-3) which allows positioning the bar code or object within the field of view. (To turn off the default Auto Aim trigger mode, see Trigger Mode on page 4-8.) If necessary, the digital imager scanner turns on its red LEDs to illuminate the target bar code.
The DS6707-DP version uses a donut-shaped pattern with a center aiming dot.
Figure 2-3
4. Center the symbol in any orientation within the aiming pattern. Be sure the entire symbol is within the
Laser Aiming Pattern
rectangular area formed by the brackets in the pattern.
When scanning with the DS6707-DP, ensure part of the bar code is visible on the inside of the donut-shaped pattern.
Figure 2-4
5. Hold the trigger until the digital imager scanner beeps, indicating the bar code is successfully decoded. For
Placing Symbol in Aiming Pattern
more information on beeper and LED definitions, see Table 2-1 and Table 2-2.
This process usually occurs instantaneously. Steps 2 - 4 are repeated on poor quality or difficult bar codes, until the bar code is decoded, the trigger is released, or the Decode Session Timeout is reached.
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012345
012345
012345
012345

Aiming

Hold the digital imager scanner between two and nine inches (depending on symbol density; see Decode Zones on
page 2-8) from the symbol, centering the aiming pattern on the symbol. Ensure the cross hair falls on the symbol.
For the DS6707-DP, ensure part of the symbol is visible within the donut-shaped pattern.
The aiming pattern is smaller when the digital imager 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 imager scanner, and those with larger bars or elements (mil size) farther from the digital imager scanner.
The digital imager scanner can also read a bar code presented within the aiming pattern but not centered. The top examples in Figure 2-5 and Figure 2-6 show acceptable aiming options, while the bottom examples can not decode.
NOTE For best performance, ensure the pattern’s cross hair, or in the case of the DS6707-DP the aiming dot,
falls on the symbol.
Figure 2-5
Figure 2-6
Acceptable and Incorrect Aiming - Standard Pattern
Acceptable and Incorrect Aiming - DS6707-DP Pattern

Scanning in Presentation Mode

Scanner
Holder (Cup)
Angle Adjustment Knob
Height Adjustment Knob
The optional Intellistand adds greater flexibility to scanning operation. When you insert the digital imager scanner into the stand’s “cup,” the scanner’s built-in sensor places the scanner in presentation (hands-free) mode. When you remove the digital imager scanner from the stand it operates in its normal hand-held mode.
Scanning 2 - 7
Figure 2-7
Inserting the Digital Imager Scanner in the Intellistand
To operate the digital imager scanner in the IntelliStand:
1. Connect the digital imager scanner to the host (see the appropriate host chapter for information on host
connections).
2. Insert the digital imager scanner in the Intellistand by placing the front of the digital imager scanner into the
stand’s “cup” (see Figure 2-7).
3. Use the Intellistand’s adjustment knobs to adjust the height and angle of the digital imager scanner.
4. Center the symbol in the aiming pattern. The entire symbol must be within the brackets.
5. Upon successful decode, the digital imager scanner beeps and the LED turns green. For more information on
beeper and LED definitions, see Table 2-1 and Table 2-2.
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In .
cm
0 0
DS6707-SR
5 mil (Code 39)
5.4
13 mil (100% UPC/EAN)
8.4
12.9
0
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5
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W
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F
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10
10
0
12.7
12.7
25.4
31.6
0.9
20 mil (Code 39)
Note: Typical performance at 73.4 F (23 C) on high quality symbols.
Depth of Field
5
12.7
10
25.4
15
38.1
0.9
0.9
OO
Postnet
12.5
2.6
10 mil I 2 of 5
7.9
1.0

Decode Zones

Symbol DS6707-SR Standard Range Digital Imager Scanner - 1D Bar Codes

Figure 2-8
Symbol DS6707-SR Standard Range Decode Zone for 1D Bar Codes

Symbol DS6707-SR Standard Range Digital Imager Scanner - 2D Bar Codes

In .
cm
0 0
DS6707-SR
6.2
7.50
0
5
5
In .
cm
W
i
d
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f
F
i
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10
10
0
12.7
12.7
25.4
31.6
PDF417 (10 mil)
Datamatrix (10 mil)
Note: Typical performance at 73.4 F (23 C) on high quality symbols.
Depth of Field
5
12.7
10
25.41538.1
OO
1.4
1.10 35 mil Maxicode
12.8
1.5
10 mil MicroPDF
7.50
2.3
10 mil QR Code
6.6 mil PDF417
2.6
6.8
1.4
5.2
Scanning 2 - 9
Figure 2-9
Symbol DS6707-SR Standard Range Decode Zone for 2D Bar Codes
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In .
cm
0 0
DS6707-DC
5 mil (Code 39)
8.4
13 mil (100% UPC/EAN)
14.7
21.4
0
5
5
In .
cm
W
i
d
t
h
o
f
F
i
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l
d
10
10
0
12.7
12.7
25.4
0.9
20 mil (Code 39)
Note: Typical performance at 73.4 F (23 C) on high quality symbols.
Depth of Field
5
12.7
10
25.41538.1
20
50.8
2.6
1.2
OO
25
63.5
15
38.1
25.4
15
38.1
Postnet
12.5
2.6
10 mil I 2 of 5
1.7
13.7

Symbol DS6707-DC Document Capture Digital Imager Scanner - 1D Bar Codes

Figure 2-10
Symbol DS6707-DC Document Capture Digital Imager Scanner Decode Zone for 1D Bar Codes

Symbol DS6707-DC Document Capture Digital Imager Scanner - 2D Bar Codes

Scanning 2 - 11
Note: Typical performance at 73.4 F (23 C)
OO
on high quality symbols.
DS6707-DC
1.5
3.2
2.6
2.3
2.4
2.6
6.6 mil PDF417
10 mil QR Code
10 mil MicroPDF
PDF417 (10 mil)
Datamatrix (10 mil)
35 mil Maxicode
8.2
6.8
7.5
11.1
12.2
12.8
7.5
2.5
2.5
7.5
In .
5
0
5
cm
19.1
12.7
6.4
0
6.4
12.7
19.1
W
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Figure 2-11
In .
cm
0 0
2.5
6.4
5
12.7
7.5
19.1
10
25.4
12.5
31.8
15
38.1
Depth of Field
Symbol DS6707-DC Document Capture Digital Imager Scanner Decode Zone for 2D Bar Codes
2 - 12 Symbol DS6707 Digital Imager Scanner Product Reference Guide
In .
cm
0 0
DS6707-DP
7.5 mil Code 39
2.96
3.05
0
1
1
In .
cm
W
i
d
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h
o
f
F
i
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2
0
2.5
15 mil PDF417
Note: Typical performance at 73.4 F (23 C) on high quality symbols.
Depth of Field
2
5.1
4
10.2
6
15.2
*
O O
0.92
5.1
2.5
2
5.1
3 mil Code 39
1.21
*
4 mil Code 39
*
1.83
5 mil Code 39
*
1.96
10 mil Code 39
3.50
*
20 mil Code 39
6.21
*
13 mil 100% UPC
3.59
*
1.59
*
6.67 mil PDF417
2.21
*
10 mil PDF417

Symbol DS6707-DP Direct Part Mark Digital Imager Scanner - 1D and PDF417 Bar Codes

Figure 2-12
for 1D and PDF417 Bar Codes
Symbol DS6707-DP Direct Part Mark Digital Imager Scanner Decode Zone

Symbol DS6707-DP Direct Part Mark Digital Imager Scanner - 2D Bar Codes

In .
cm
0 0
DS6707-DP
4 mil Data Matrix
1.0
0
0.25
0.25
In .
cm
W
i
d
t
h
o
f
F
i
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0.5
0.5
0
0.64
0.64
1.27
Note: Typical performance at 73.4 F (23 C) on high quality symbols.
Depth of Field
0.5
1.27
1
2.54
1.5
3.81
2
5.08
*
OO
2.5
6.35
0.75
1.9
1.27
0.75
1.9
5 mil Data Matrix
1.29
*
7.5 mil Data Matrix
1.71
*
10 mil Data Matrix
2.13
*
4 mil QR Code
1.0
*
5 mil QR Code
1.25
*
7.5 mil QR Code
1.67
*
10 mil QR Code
2.0
*
Scanning 2 - 13
Figure 2-13
Symbol DS6707-DP Direct Part Mark Digital Imager Scanner Decode Zone for 2D Bar Codes
2 - 14 Symbol DS6707 Digital Imager Scanner Product Reference Guide
In .
cm
0 0
DS6707-HD
5 mil Code 39
3.38
13 mil 100% UPC/EAN
3.54
0
2
In .
cm
W
i
d
t
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f
F
i
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3
0
5.1
7.6
10 mil PDF417
Note: Typical performance at 73.4 F (23 C) on high quality symbols.
Depth of Field
2
5.1
4
10.2
6
15.2
8
20.3
0.29
OO
0.46
1 2.5
1 2.5
2 5.1
3 7.6
3 mil Code 39
2.42
0.84
4 mil Code 39
3.13
0.42
7.5 mil Code 39
4.38
*
10 mil Code 39
4.96
0.59
20 mil Code 39
8.21
0.42
5.13
0.21
3.10
6.67 mil PDF417
0.63
4.46
15 mil PDF417
1.33

Symbol DS6707-HD High Density Digital Imager Scanner - 1D and PDF417 Bar Codes

Figure 2-14
Symbol DS6707-HD High Density Digital Imager Scanner Decode Zone for 1D and PDF417 Bar Codes

Symbol DS6707-HD High Density Digital Imager Scanner - 2D Bar Codes

In .
cm
0 0
DS6707-HD
4 mil Data Matrix
2.13
0
0.5
0.5
In .
cm
W
i
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t
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F
i
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1.0
1.0
0
1.27
1.27
2.54
Note: Typical performance at 73.4 F (23 C) on high quality symbols.
Depth of Field
0.5
1.2712.54
1.5
3.8125.08
O
O
2.5
6.35
1.5
3.81
2.54
1.5
3.81
5 mil Data Matrix
2.50
7.5 mil Data Matrix
3.00
10 mil Data Matrix
3.50
4 mil QR Code
2.17
5 mil QR Code
2.54
7.5 mil QR Code
3.00
10 mil QR Code
3.42
3
7.62
3.5
8.89
1.04
0.79
0.50
0.54
1.13
0.88
0.67
0.46
Scanning 2 - 15
Figure 2-15
Symbol DS6707-HD High Density Digital Imager Scanner Decode Zone for 2D Bar Codes
2 - 16 Symbol DS6707 Digital Imager Scanner Product Reference Guide
Chapter 3 Maintenance & Technical Specifications

Introduction

This chapter provides suggested 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.
Do not allow abrasive material to touch the window.
Remove any dirt particles with a damp cloth.
Wipe the window using a tissue moistened with ammonia/water.
Do not spray water or other cleaning liquids directly into the window.
3 - 2 Symbol DS6707 Digital Imager Scanner Product Reference Guide

Troubleshooting

Table 3-1
The aiming pattern does not appear when pressing the trigger.
Scanner emits short low/short medium/short high beep sequence (power-up beep sequence) more than once.
Digital imager scanner emits aiming pattern, but does not decode the bar code.
Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Causes Possible Solutions
No power to the digital imager scanner.
Incorrect host interface cable is used. Connect the correct host interface cable.
Interface/power cables are loose. Re-connect cables.
Digital imager scanner is disabled. See the technical person in charge of
If using RS-232 Nixdorf B mode, CTS is not asserted.
Aiming pattern is disabled. Enable the aiming pattern. See
The USB bus may put the digital imager scanner in a state where power to the digital imager scanner is cycled on and off more than once.
Digital imager scanner is not programmed for the correct bar code type.
If the configuration requires a power supply, re-connect the power supply.
scanning.
Assert CTS line.
Decode Aiming Pattern on page 4-13
Normal during host reset.
Program the digital imager scanner to read that type of bar code. See
10, Symbologies
.
Chapter
.
Digital imager scanner emits 4 short high beeps during decode attempt.
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.
Digital imager scanner has not completed USB initialization.
Move the symbol completely within the aiming pattern.
Wait several seconds and scan again.
Maintenance & Technical Specifications 3 - 3
Table 3-1
Digital imager scanner decodes bar code, but does not transmit the data to the host.
Host displays scanned data incorrectly.
Troubleshooting (Continued)
Problem Possible Causes Possible Solutions
Digital imager scanner is not programmed for the correct host type.
Interface cable is loose. Re-connect the cable.
If 4 long low beeps are heard, a transmission error occurred.
If 5 low beeps are heard, a conversion or format error occurred.
If low/high/low beeps sound, an invalid ADF rule is detected.
If high/low beeps sound, the digital imager scanner is buffering Code 39 data.
Digital imager scanner is not programmed to work with the host.
Scan the appropriate host type programming bar code. See the chapter corresponding to the host type.
Set the digital imager scanner's communication parameters to match the host's setting.
Configure the digital imager scanner's conversion parameters properly.
Program the correct ADF rules.
Normal scanning a Code 39 bar code and the Code 39 Buffering option is enabled.
Scan the appropriate host type programming bar code.
For RS-232, set the digital imager scanner's communication parameters to match the host's settings.
Digital imager scanner emits high/high/high/low beeps when not in use.
Digital imager scanner emits low/high beeps during programming.
Digital imager scanner emits low/high/low/high beeps during programming.
Digital imager scanner emits low/high/low beeps.
Digital imager scanner emits a power-up beep after changing USB host type.
Digital imager scanner emits one high beep when not in use.
Program the proper editing options (e.g., UPC-E to UPC-A Conversion).
RS-232 receive error. Normal during host reset. Otherwise, set
the digital imager scanner's RS-232 parity to match the host setting.
Input error or scanned.
Out of ADF parameter storage space. Erase all rules and re-program with
Clearing Code 39 buffer. Normal when scanning the Code 39
The USB bus re-established power to the digital imager scanner.
In RS-232 mode, a <BEL> character was received and Beep on <BEL> option is enabled.
Cancel
bar code was
Scan the correct numeric bar codes within range for the parameter programmed.
shorter rules.
Buffering attempt to transmit an empty Code 39 buffer.
Normal when changing USB host type.
Normal when and the digital imager scanner is in RS-232 mode.
Clear Buffer
Beep on <BEL>
bar code or upon
is enabled
3 - 4 Symbol DS6707 Digital Imager Scanner Product Reference Guide
NOTE If after performing these checks the digital imager scanner still experiences problems, contact the
distributor or contact Motorola Enterprise Mobility Support. See page xvii for the telephone numbers.

Technical Specifications

Table 3-2
Physical Characteristics
Dimensions Symbol DS6707-DP: 6.55 in. x 5.08 in. x 2.82 in. (16.6 cm x 12.9 cm x 7.1 cm)
Weight: Symbol DS6707-DP: 7.4 oz. (209 gm)
Voltage & Current: 5 +/-10%VDC @ 350 mA
Color Cash Register White or Twilight Black
Performance Characteristics
Light Source Aiming: 650 nm laser diode
Field of View (Vertical x Horizontal)
Technical Specifications
Item Description
(H x L x W)
All other models: 6.55 in. x 4.72 in. x 2.82 in. (16.6 cm x 11.9 cm x 7.1 cm)
(H x L x W)
All other models: 6.4 oz. (182 gm)
(DS6707-DP is only available in Cash Register White)
Illumination: 630 nm LED
Document Capture: 35º (V) x 44º (H) Standard Range, Direct Part Mark, High Density: 34º (V) x 43º (H)
Roll Pitch Yaw
Symbology Decode Capability
1D UPC/EAN and with supplementals, Bookland EAN, ISSN EAN, Code 128, Code
Postal US Postnet and Planet, UK Postal, Japan, Australian, Netherlands KIX Code,
PDF417 (& Variants) PDF417, MicroPDF417, Composite Codes
2D Data Matrix (ECC 200), MaxiCode, QR Code, Aztec
DPM (DS6707-DP only) Data Matrix marks applied by dot peening; laser etch, ink marks, chemical etch,
360º +/- 65º +/- 60º
128 Full ASCII, GS1-128, ISBT 128, Code 39, Code 39 Full ASCII, Trioptic Code 39, Code 32, Code 93, Code 11, Interleaved 2 of 5, Discrete 2 of 5, Codabar (NW1), MSI, Chinese 2 of 5, Matrix 2 of 5, GS1 DataBar variants, IATA, Inverse 1D
USPS 4CB/One Code/Intelligent Mail, UPU FICS Postal
inkjet mold, cast and thermal spray
Maintenance & Technical Specifications 3 - 5
Table 3-2
Typical Working Distance: SR - Standard Range Focus
Typical Working Distance: DC - Document Capture
focus
Technical Specifications (Continued)
Item Description
5 mil Code 39: 0.9 - 5.4 in. (2.3 - 13.7 cm) 10 mil I 2 of 5: 1.0 - 7.9 in. (2.5 - 20.1 cm) 13 mil 100% UPC/EAN: 0.9 - 8.4 in. (2.3 - 21.3 cm) 20 mil Code 39: 0.9 - 12.9 in. (2.3 - 32.8 cm) Postnet: 2.6 - 12.5 in. (6.6 - 31.8 cm)
6.6 mil PDF417: 3.4 - 5.7 in. (8.6 - 14.5 cm) 10 mil PDF417: 1.4 - 6.2 in. (3.6 - 15.7 cm) 10 mil QR Code: 2.6 - 6.8 in. (6.6 - 17.3 cm) 10 mil MicroPDF 2.3 - 7.5 in. (5.8 - 19.1 cm) 10 mil Data Matrix: 1.1 - 7.5 in. (2.8 - 19.1 cm) 35 mil Maxicode: 1.5 - 12.8 in. (3.8 - 32.5 cm)
5 mil Code 39: 2.6 - 8.4 in. (6.6 - 21.3 cm) 10 mil I 2 of 5: 1.7 - 13.7 in. (4.3 - 34.8 cm) 13 mil 100% UPC/EAN: 0.9 - 14.7 in. (2.3 - 37.3 cm) 20 mil Code 39: 1.2 - 21.4 in. (3.0 - 54.4 cm) Postnet: 2.6 - 12.5 in. (6.6 - 31.8 cm)
6.6 mil PDF417: 3.2 - 8.2 in. (8.1 - 20.8 cm) 10 mil PDF417: 2.4 - 11.1 in. (6.1 - 28.2 cm) 10 mil QR Code: 2.6 - 6.8 in. (6.6 - 17.3 cm) 10 mil MicroPDF: 2.3 - 7.5 in. (5.8 - 19.1 cm) 10 mil Data Matrix: 2.6 - 12.2 in. (6.6 - 31.0 cm) 35 mil Maxicode: 1.5 - 12.8 in. (3.8 - 32.5 cm)
Typical Working Distance: DP - Direct Part Mark focus
3 mil Code 39: Up to 1.21 in. (3.07 cm) 4 mil Code 39: Up to 1.83 in. (4.65 cm) 5 mil Code 39: Up to 1.96 in. (4.98 cm)
7.5 mil Code 39: Up to 2.96 in. (7.52 cm) 10 mil Code 39: Up to 3.50 in. (8.89 cm) 20 mil Code 39: Up to 6.21 in. (15.77 cm) 13 mil 100% UPC/EAN: Up to 3.59 in. (9.12 cm)
6.67 mil PDF417: Up to 1.59 in. (4.04 cm) 10 mil PDF417: Up to 2.21 in. (5.61 cm) 15 mil PDF417: 0.92 - 3.05 in. (2.34 - 7.75 cm) 4 mil Data Matrix: Up to 1.00 in. (2.54 cm) 5 mil Data Matrix: Up to 1.29 in. (3.28 cm)
7.5 mil Data Matrix: Up to 1.71 in. (4.34 cm) 10 mil Data Matrix: Up to 2.13 in. (5.41 cm) 4 mil QR Code: Up to 1.00 in. (2.54 cm) 5 mil QR Code: Up to 1.25 in. (3.18 cm)
7.5 mil QR Code: Up to 1.67 in. (4.24 cm) 10 mil QR Code: Up to 2.00 in. (5.08 cm)
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Table 3-2
Typical Working Distance: HD - High Density
Technical Specifications (Continued)
Item Description
3 mil Code 39: 0.84 - 2.42 in. (2.13 - 6.15 cm) 4 mil Code 39: 0.42 - 3.13 in. (1.07 - 7.95 cm) 5 mil Code 39: 0.29 - 3.38 in. (0.74 - 8.59 cm)
7.5 mil Code 39: Up to 4.38 in. (11.13 cm) 10 mil Code 39: 0.59 - 4.96 in. (1.50 - 12.60 cm) 20 mil Code 39: 0.42 - 8.21 in. (1.07 - 20.85 cm) 13 mil 100% UPC: 0.21 - 5.13 in. (0.53 - 13.03 cm)
6.67 mil PDF417: 0.63 - 3.10 in. (1.60 - 7.87 cm) 10 mil PDF417: 0.46 - 3.54 in. (1.17 - 9.00 cm) 15 mil PDF417: 1.33 - 4.46 in. (3.38 - 11.33 cm) 4 mil Data Matrix: 1.04 - 2.13 in. (2.64 - 5.41 cm) 5 mil Data Matrix: 0.79 - 2.50 in. (2.01 - 6.35 cm)
7.5 mil Data Matrix: 0.50 - 3.00 in. (1.27 - 7.62 cm) 10 mil Data Matrix: 0.54 - 3.50 in. (1.37 - 8.89 cm) 4 mil QR Code: 1.13 - 2.17 in. (2.87 - 5.51 cm) 5 mil QR Code: 0.88 - 2.54 in. (2.24 - 6.45 cm)
7.5 mil QR Code: 0.67 - 3.00 in. (1.70 - 7.62 cm) 10 mil QR Code: 0.46 - 3.42 in. (1.17 - 8.69 cm)
Print Contrast 25% minimum reflectance
Motion Tolerances Horizontal Velocity: 5 in. (12.7 cm) per second
Interfaces Supported RS-232C (Standard, Nixdorf, ICL, & Fujitsu) and USB (Standard, IBM SurePOS,
Macintosh) allows for connectivity to all of the above plus many non-standard interfaces.
Imaging Characteristics
Image (# of Pixels) 1.3 Mega Pixel: 1280 (H) x 1024 (V)
Graphics Format Support Images can be exported as Bitmap, JPEG, and TIFF
Image Transfer Speed USB 1.1: Up to 12 Megabits/second
RS232: Up to 115 kB Baud Rate
Image Transfer Time Typical USB application is ~ 0.2 seconds with a compressed JPEG of 100 kB
Imaging Distance (Vertical x Horizontal)
Documents Sizes: Minimum Distance (Approximate)
2.125 x 3.375 in. (5.4 x 8.6 cm) 2.4 in. (6.1 cm) 4 x 6 in. (10.2 x 15.2 cm) 5.7 in. (14.5 cm) 5 x 7 in. (12.7 x 17.8 cm) 11.9 in. (30.2 cm) 8½ x 11 (21.6 x 28 cm) 11.9 in. Ranges are from the nose of the scanner and are based on document capture
focus only.
Maintenance & Technical Specifications 3 - 7
Table 3-2
User Environment
Operating Temperature 32º F to 104º F (0º C to 40º C)
Storage Temperature -40º F to 158º F (-40º C to 70º C)
Humidity 5% to 95%, non-condensing
Drop Specifications Withstands multiple 5 ft. (1.52 m) drops to concrete at operating temperature
Ambient Light Immunity Immune to normal artificial indoor and natural outdoor (direct sunlight) lighting.
Regulatory
Electrical Safety UL6950-1, CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1, EN60950-1 / IEC60950-1
Laser Safety EN60825-1:1994 +A1: 2002 +A2 :2001, IEC60825-1, 21CFR1040.10 and
EMI/RFI FCC Part 15 Class B, ICES-003 Class B, CISPR 22, CISPR 24
Technical Specifications (Continued)
Item Description
extremes, and multiple 6 ft. (1.8 m) drops to concrete at room temperature (23º C)
21CFR1040.11, CDRH Class II, IEC Class 2
Medical Electrical Equipment: EN60601-1-2: 2002
RoHS Compliance with RoHS Directive 2002/95/EEC
Mounting Options (Accessories)
Power Supplies Power supplies are available for applications that do not supply power over the
Intellistand with adjustable height: 5-10 in. (12.7-25.4 cm) and adjustable angle: 0º - 90º
Desktop & Wall-mount holders are also available.
host cable.
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Pin 10
Bottom of digital imager scanner
Pin 1
Interface cable
modular connector
Cable interface port

Digital Imager Scanner Signal Descriptions

Figure 3-1
The signal descriptions in Table 3-3 apply to the connectors on the Symbol DS6707 digital imager scanner and are for reference only.
Table 3-3
Digital Imager Scanner Cable Pinouts
Symbol DS6707 Digital Imager Scanner Signal Pin-outs
Pin RS-232/SSI USB
1 Reserved Jump to Pin 6
2Power Power
3 Ground Ground
4 TxD Reserved
5RxD D +
6 RTS Jump to Pin 1
7CTS D -
8 Reserved Reserved
9 Reserved Reserved
10 Reserved Reserved
Chapter 4 User Preferences & Miscellaneous
*High Volume
(00h)
Feature/Option
* Indicates Default
Option Hex Value for programming via SSI command
Digital Imager Scanner Options

Introduction

You can program the digital imager scanner to perform various functions, or activate different features. This chapter describes each user preference feature and provides programming bar codes for selecting these features.
The digital imager scanner ships with the settings shown in Table 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 set feature values, scan a single bar code or a short bar code sequence. The settings are stored in non-volatile memory and are preserved even when you power down the digital imager scanner.
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.
If not using a USB cable, select a host type after the power-up beeps sound. See Chapter 6, SSI Interface Chapter
7, USB Interface and Chapter 8, RS-232 Interface for specific host information. This is only necessary upon the
first power-up when connected to a new host.
To return all features to default values, scan the Set Default Parameter on page 4-4. Throughout the programming bar code menus, asterisks (
*) indicate default values.
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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 4-5. The digital imager 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 and Miscellaneous Options - Parameter Defaults

Table 4-1 lists defaults for user preferences parameters. There are two ways 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, see the Set Default Parameter on page 4-4.
Download data through the device’s serial port using SSI. Hexadecimal parameter numbers appear in this chapter below the parameter title, and options appear in parenthesis beneath the accompanying bar codes. See the Simple Serial Interface (SSI) Programmer’s Guide for detailed instructions for changing parameters using this method.
NOTE See Appendix A, Standard Default Parameters for all user preferences, hosts, symbologies, and
miscellaneous default parameters.
Table 4-1
User Preferences
Set Default Parameter Restore Defaults 4-4
Parameter Scanning ECh Enable 4-5
Beeper Tone 91h Medium 4-5
Beeper Volume 8Ch High 4-6
User Preferences Parameter Defaults
Parameter
Parameter
Number
Default
Page
Number
Power Mode 80h Continuous On 4-6
Time Delay to Low Power Mode 92h 1 Minute 4-7
Trigger Mode 8Ah Auto Aim 4-8
Picklist Mode F0h, 92h Disabled Always 4-9
Decode Session Timeout 88h 9.9 Sec 4-10
Timeout Between Decodes, Same Symbol 89h 0.6 Sec 4-10
User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Imager Scanner Options 4 - 3
Table 4-1
Beep After Good Decode 38h Enable 4-11
Decoding Illumination F0h, 2Ah Enable
DP Illumination F1h, 3Bh Auto
Decode Aiming Pattern F0h, 32h Enable
Fuzzy 1D Processing F1h, 02h Enable 4-13
Decode Mirror Images F1h, 19h Never 4-14
Miscellaneous Options
Transmit Code ID Character 2Dh None 4-15
Prefix Value 63h, 69h 7013 <CR><LF> 4-16
Suffix 1 Value Suffix 2 Value
Scan Data Transmission Format EBh Data as is 4-17
FN1 Substitution Values 67h, 6Dh Set 4-18
User Preferences Parameter Defaults (Continued)
Parameter
Parameter
Number
62h, 68h 64h, 6Ah
7013 <CR><LF> 4-16
Default
4-11
4-12
4-13
Page
Number
Transmit “No Read” Message 5Eh Disable 4-19
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User Preferences

Set Default Parameter

You can reset the Symbol DS6707 to two types of defaults: factory defaults or custom defaults. Scan the appropriate bar code below to reset the scanner to its default settings and/or set its current settings as custom defaults.
Restore 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 Restore Defaults to
retrieve and restore the scanner’s custom default settings.
If you did not set custom defaults, scan Restore Defaults to restore the factory default values listed in
Table A-1.
Set Factory Defaults - Scan this bar code to restore the factory default values listed in Table A-1. This
deletes any custom defaults set.
Write to Custom Defaults - Scan this bar code to set the current scanner settings as custom defaults. Once set, you can recover custom default settings by scanning Restore Defaults.
*Restore Defaults
Set Factory Defaults
Write to Custom Defaults
User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Imager Scanner Options 4 - 5
Parameter Scanning Parameter # ECh
To disable decoding of parameter bar codes, including the Set Defaults parameter bar codes, scan the Disable Parameter Scanning bar code below. To re-enable decoding of parameter bar codes, scan Enable Parameter Scanning.
*Enable Parameter Scanning
(01h)
Disable Parameter Scanning
(00h)
Beeper Tone Parameter # 91h
To select a decode beep frequency (tone), scan the Low Frequency, Medium Frequency, or High Frequency bar code.
Low Frequency
(02h)
*Medium Frequency
(Optimum Setting)
(01h)
High Frequency
(00h)
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Beeper Volume Parameter # 8Ch
To select a beeper volume, scan the Low Volume, Medium Volume, or High Volume bar code.
Low Volume
(02h)
Medium Volume
(01h)
*High Volume
(00h)
Power Mode Parameter # 80h
This parameter determines whether or not power remains on after a decode attempt. In reduced power mode, the digital imager scanner enters into a low power consumption mode to preserve battery life after each decode attempt. In continuous power mode, power remains on after each decode attempt.
*Continuous On
(00h)
Reduced Power Mode
(01h)
User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Imager Scanner Options 4 - 7
Time Delay to Low Power Mode Parameter # 92h
NOTE This parameter only applies when Power Mode is set to Reduced Power.
This parameter sets the time the digital imager scanner remains active after decoding. The digital imager scanner wakes upon trigger pull or when the host attempts to communicate with the digital imager scanner.
1 Second
(11h)
*1 Minute
(21h)
15 Minutes
(2Bh)
5 Seconds
(15h)
5 Minutes
(25h)
1 Hour
(31h)
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Trigger Mode Parameter # 8Ah
Select one of the following trigger modes for the digital imager scanner:
Level - A trigger pull activates decode processing. Decode processing continues until the bar code is
decoded, the trigger is released, or the Decode Session Timeout is reached.
Blink - This trigger mode is used in presentation (hands-free) mode. The digital imager scanner activates
decode processing when it detects a bar code in its field of view. Decoding range is reduced in this mode.
Auto Aim - This trigger mode turns on the red laser aiming pattern when the digital imager scanner senses
motion. A trigger pull activates decode processing. After 2 seconds of inactivity the red laser aiming pattern automatically shuts off.
Host - A host command issues the triggering signal. The digital scanner interprets an actual trigger pull as a
Level triggering option.
Level
(00h)
*Auto Aim
(09h)
Blink (07h)
Host
(08h)
User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Imager Scanner Options 4 - 9
Picklist Mode Parameter # F0h 92h
Picklist mode enables the digital imager scanner to decode only bar codes that are aligned under the laser crosshair. Select one of the following picklist modes for the digital imager scanner:
Disabled Always - Picklist mode is always disabled.
Enabled Out of Scanstand - Picklist mode is enabled when the digital imager scanner is out of presentation
(scanstand) mode and disabled when the digital imager scanner is in presentation mode.
Enabled Always- Picklist mode is always enabled.
*Disabled Always
(00h)
Enabled Always
(02h)
Enabled Out of Scanstand
(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 set a Decode Session Timeout, scan the bar code below. Next, scan two numeric bar codes from 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.

Decode Session Timeout

Timeout Between Decodes, Same Symbol Parameter # 89h
Use this option in presentation (hands-free) mode to prevent the beeper from continuously beeping when a symbol is left in the digital imager scanner’s field of view. It is programmable in 0.1 second increments from 0.0 to 9.9 seconds. The default interval is 0.6 seconds.
To select the timeout between decodes for the same symbol, scan the bar code below, then scan two numeric bar codes from Appendix D, Numeric Bar Codes that correspond to the desired interval, in 0.1 second increments.

Timeout Between Decodes, Same Symbol

User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Imager Scanner Options 4 - 11
Beep After Good Decode Parameter # 38h
Select a bar code below to choose whether or not the digital scanner beeps after a good decode (or image capture in Snapshot mode). If you select Do Not Beep After Good Decode, the beeper still operates during parameter menu scanning and to indicate error conditions.
*Beep After Good Decode
(Enable)
(01h)
Do Not Beep After Good Decode
(Disable)
(00h)
Decoding Illumination Parameter # F0h, 2Ah
Selecting Enable Decoding Illumination causes the digital imager scanner to flash illumination to aid decoding. Select Disable Decoding Illumination to prevent the digital imager scanner from using decoding illumination.
Enabling illumination usually results in superior images. The effectiveness of the illumination decreases as the distance to the target increases.
*Enable Decoding Illumination
(01h)
Disable Decoding Illumination
(00h)
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DP Illumination

Parameter # F1h, 3Bh
This parameter controls whether the digital imager scanner uses direct or indirect illumination. Options are:
Auto Illumination: Alternates direct and indirect illumination.
Direct Illumination: Optimizes scanning of symbols printed on low contrast or opaque surfaces. For best
results, hold the scanner at an angle when scanning using this option.
Indirect Illumination: Optimizes scanning of symbols printed on mirror-like or shiny surfaces.
*Auto Illumination
(01h)
Indirect Illumination
(03h)
Direct Illumination
(02h)
User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Imager Scanner Options 4 - 13
Decode Aiming Pattern Parameter # F0h, 32h
This parameter only applies when in Decode Mode. Select Enable Decode Aiming Pattern to project the aiming pattern during bar code capture, or Disable Decode Aiming Pattern to turn the aiming pattern off.

NOTE With picklist enabled, the decode aiming pattern flashes even when the Decode Aiming Pattern is

disabled.
*Enable Decode Aiming Pattern
(02h)
Disable Decode Aiming Pattern
(00h)
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.
*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)
Auto (02h)
Always
(01h)
User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Imager Scanner Options 4 - 15

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 the digital imager scanner is 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.
Symbol Code ID Character
(02h)
*None
(00h)
AIM Code ID Character
(01h)
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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
You can append a prefix and/or one or two suffixes to scan data for use in data editing. To set a value for a prefix or suffix, scan a four-digit number (i.e., four bar codes from Appendix D, Numeric Bar Codes) that corresponds to that value. See Table 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 Table E-1 on page E-1 for the four-digit codes.
To correct an error or change a selection, scan Cancel on page D-2.
NOTE To use Prefix/Suffix values, first set the Scan Data Transmission Format on page 4-17.
Scan Prefix
(07h)
Scan Suffix 2
(08h)
Scan Suffix 1
(06h)
Data Format Cancel
User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Imager Scanner Options 4 - 17
Scan Data Transmission Format Parameter # EBh
To change the scan data format, scan one of the following bar codes corresponding to the desired format.
NOTE If using this parameter, do not use ADF rules to set the prefix/suffix.
To set values for the prefix and/or suffix, see Prefix/Suffix Values on page 4-16.
*Data As Is
(00h)
<DATA> <SUFFIX 2>
(02h)
<PREFIX> <DATA >
(04h)
<DATA> <SUFFIX 1>
(01h)
<DATA> <SUFFIX 1> <SUFFIX 2>
(03h)
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Scan Data Transmission Format (continued)
<PREFIX> <DATA> <SUFFIX 1>
<PREFIX> <DATA> <SUFFIX 2>
(06h)
<PREFIX> <DATA> <SUFFIX 1> <SUFFIX 2>
(05h)
(07h)
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 a GS1-128 bar code with a user-defined 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 select a FN1 substitution value via bar code menus:
1. Scan the bar code below.
Set FN1 Substitution Value
2. Locate the keystroke desired for FN1 Substitution in the ASCII Character Set table for the current host
interface. Enter the 4-digit ASCII value by scanning each digit in Appendix D, Numeric Bar Codes.
To correct an error or change the selection, scan Cancel. To enable FN1 substitution for USB HID keyboard, scan the Enable FN1 Substitution bar code on page 4-18.
User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Imager Scanner Options 4 - 19
Transmit “No Read” Message 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 bar code is not decoded. Disable this to send nothing to the host if a symbol does not decode.
Enable No Read
(01h)
*Disable No Read
(00h)
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Chapter 5 Imaging Preferences
Feature/Option
* Indicates Default
*Enable Decode Aiming Pattern
(02h)
Option Hex Value for programming via SSI command

Introduction

You can program the digital imager scanner to perform various functions, or activate different features. This chapter describes imaging preference features and provides programming bar codes for selecting these features.
The digital imager scanner ships with the settings in Imaging Preferences Parameter Defaults on page 5-2 (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 set feature values, scan a single bar code or a short bar code sequence. The settings are stored in non-volatile memory and are preserved even when you power down the digital imager scanner.
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.
If not using a USB cable, select a host type after the power-up beeps sound. See Chapter 6, SSI Interface, Chapter
7, USB Interface and Chapter 8, RS-232 Interface for specific host information. This is only necessary upon the
first power-up when connecting to a new host.
To return all features to default values, scan the Set Default Parameter on page 4-4. Throughout the programming bar code menus, asterisks (
*) indicate default values.
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Scanning Sequence Examples

In most cases scanning one bar code sets the parameter value. For example, to disable the decode aiming pattern, scan the Disable Decode Aiming Pattern bar code under Decode Aiming Pattern on page 4-13. The digital imager scanner issues a fast warble beep and the LED turns green, signifying a successful parameter entry.
Other parameters 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.

Imaging Preferences Parameter Defaults

Table 5-1 lists the defaults for imaging preferences parameters. There are two ways 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.
Download data through the device’s serial port using SSI. Hexadecimal parameter numbers appear in this chapter below the parameter title, and options appear in parenthesis beneath the accompanying bar codes. See the Simple Serial Interface (SSI) Programmer’s Guide for detailed instructions for changing parameters using this method.
NOTE See Appendix A, Standard Default Parameters for all user preferences, hosts, symbologies, and
miscellaneous default parameters.
Table 5-1
Imaging Preferences
Operational Modes N/A N/A 5-4
Low Light Enhancement F1h 64h Disable 5-5
Presentation Mode Field of View F1h 61h Default (Reduced) 5-5
Image Capture Autoexposure F0h 68h Enable 5-6
Image Capture Illumination F0h 69h Enable 5-6
Illumination Bank Control F1h 3Bh Full 5-7
Imaging Preferences Parameter Defaults
Parameter
Parameter
Number
Default
Page
Number
Fixed Exposure F4h F1h 37h 100 5-8
Fixed Gain F1h 38h 50 5-8
Gain / Exposure Priority for Snapshot Mode F1h 32h Autodetect 5-9
Snapshot Mode Timeout F0h 43h 0 (30 seconds) 5-10
Imaging Preferences 5 - 3
Table 5-1
Snapshot Aiming Pattern F0h 2Ch Enable 5-10
Image Cropping F0h 2Dh Disable 5-11
Crop to Pixel Addresses F4h F0h 3Bh;
Image Size (Number of Pixels) F0h 2Eh Full 5-13
Image Brightness (Target White) F0h 86h 180 5-14
JPEG Image Options F0h 2Bh Quality 5-14
JPEG Target File Size F1h 31h 160 kB 5-15
JPEG Quality and Size Value F0h 31h 65 5-15
Image Enhancement F1h 34h Off (0) 5-16
Image File Format Selection F0h 30h JPEG 5-17
Bits per Pixel (BPP) F0h 2Fh 8 BPP 5-18
Imaging Preferences Parameter Defaults (Continued)
Parameter
Parameter
Number
F4h F0h 3Ch; F4h F0h 3Dh; F4h F0h 3Eh
Default
0 top, 0 left, 1023 bottom, 1279 right
Number
5-12
Page
Signature Capture 5Dh Disable 5-19
Signature Capture Image File Format Selection
Signature Capture Bits per Pixel (BPP) F0h 3Ah 8 BPP 5-21
Signature Capture Width F4h F0h 6Eh 400 5-22
Signature Capture Height F4h F0h 6Fh 100 5-22
Signature Capture JPEG Quality F0h A5h 65 5-22
Video View Finder F0h 44h Disable 5-23
Target Video Frame Size F0h 48h 2200 bytes 5-23
Video View Finder Image Size F0h 49h 1700 bytes 5-24
F0h 39h JPEG 5-20
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Imaging Preferences

The parameters in this chapter control image capture characteristics. Image capture occurs in all modes of operation, including decode, video, and snapshot.

Operational Modes

The digital imager scanner has three modes of operation:
Decode Mode
Snapshot Mode
Video Mode.
Decode Mode
By default, when you pull the trigger the digital imager scanner attempts to locate and decode enabled bar codes within its field of view. The digital imager scanner remains in this mode until it decodes a bar code or you release the trigger.
Snapshot Mode
Use Snapshot Mode to capture a high-quality image and transmit it to the host. To temporarily enter this mode scan the Snapshot Mode bar code. While in this mode the digital imager scanner blinks the green LED at 1-second intervals to indicate it is not in standard operating (decode) mode.
In Snapshot Mode, the digital imager scanner turns on its laser aiming pattern to highlight the area to capture in the image. The next trigger pull instructs the digital imager scanner to capture a high quality image and transmit it to the host. A short time may pass (less than 2 seconds) between when the trigger is pulled and the image is captured as the digital imager scanner adjusts to the lighting conditions. Hold the digital imager scanner steady until the image is captured, denoted by a single beep.
If you do not press the trigger within the Snapshot Mode Timeout period, the digital imager scanner returns to Decode Mode. Use Snapshot Mode Timeout on page 5-10 to adjust this timeout period. The default timeout period is 30 seconds.
To disable the laser aiming pattern during Snapshot Mode, see Snapshot Aiming Pattern on page 5-10.
Video Mode
In this mode the digital imager scanner behaves as a video camera as long as you press the trigger. Release the trigger to return the digital imager scanner to Decode Mode. Scan this bar code to temporarily enter Video Capture Mode.
Snapshot Mode
Video Mode
Imaging Preferences 5 - 5
Low Light Enhancement Parameter # F1h, 64h
In presentation mode, selecting Enable Low Light Enhancement causes illumination to remain on at a low level in low lighting conditions. Select Disable Low Light Enhancement to prevent illumination from remaining on under these conditions.
Enable Low Light Enhancement
(01h)
*Disable Low Light Enhancement
(00h)
Presentation Mode Field of View Parameter # F1h, 61h
In presentation mode, the scanner searches for a bar code in a smaller region around the aiming pattern’s center cross to speed search time.
To use a full field of view, scan Presentation Mode Full Field of View. This allows the scanner to search the larger area of the aiming pattern.
*Presentation Mode Default Field of View
(01h)
Presentation Mode Full Field of View
(02h)
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Image Capture Autoexposure Parameter # F0h, 68h
Select Enable Image Capture Autoexposure to allow the digital imager scanner to control gain settings and exposure (integration) time to best capture an image for the selected operation mode.

Select Disable Image Capture Autoexposure to manually adjust the gain and exposure time (see the following pages). This option is only recommended for advanced users with difficult image capture situations.

*Enable Image Capture Autoexposure
(01h)
Disable Image Capture Autoexposure
(00h)
Image Capture Illumination Parameter # F0h, 69h

Selecting Enable Image Capture Illumination causes the digital imager scanner to flash on every image capture. Select Disable Image Capture Illumination to prevent the digital imager scanner from using artificial illumination.

Enabling illumination usually results in superior images. The effectiveness of the illumination decreases as the distance to the target increases.
*Enable Image Capture Illumination
(01h)
Disable Image Capture Illumination
(00h)

Illumination Bank Control

Parameter # F1h, 3Bh
This parameter controls the illumination banks on the scan engine. Options are:
Full: Enables the full illumination system (default).
Auto: Switches the illumination system from left to right bank.
Left: Enables the left bank.
Right: Enables the right bank.
*Full
(00h)
Imaging Preferences 5 - 7
Left
(02h)
Auto (01h)
Right
(03h)
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Fixed Exposure Parameter #: F4h F1h 37h
Type: Word
Range: 5 - 5000
This parameter configures the exposure used in manual mode for both Decode and Snapshot/Video/Video viewfinder modes.
Each integer value represents 100 μs worth of exposure. The default value is 100 which results in an exposure setting of 10 ms.
To set the Fixed Exposure parameter, scan Fixed Exposure followed by four numeric bar codes representing the value. Leading zeros are required. For example, to set a Fixed Exposure value of 99, scan 0, 0, 9, 9. See Appendix
D, Numeric Bar Codes for numeric bar codes.

Fixed Exposure

(4 digits)
Fixed Gain Parameter #: F1h 38h
Type: Byte
Range 1 - 100
This parameter configures the gain setting used in manual mode for both Decode and Snapshot/Video/Video viewfinder modes.
A value of 1 indicates that gain is not used for image capture. A value of 100 indicates that maximum gain is used for image capture. The default value of this parameter is 50.
To set the Fixed Gain parameter, scan Fixed Gain below followed by three numeric bar codes representing the value. Leading zeros are required. For example, to set a Fixed Gain value of 99, scan 0, 9, 9. See Appendix D,
Numeric Bar Codes for numeric bar codes.

Fixed Gain

Imaging Preferences 5 - 9
Gain/Exposure Priority for Snapshot Mode Parameter # F1h, 32h
This parameter alters the digital imager scanner’s gain exposure priority when it acquires an image in Snapshot Mode in auto exposure mode.
Scan Low Exposure Priority to set a mode in which the digital imager scanner favors higher gain over exposure to capture an image. This results in an image that is less susceptible to motion blur at the expense of noise artifacts. However, for most applications, the amount of noise is acceptable.
Scan Low Gain Priority to set a mode in which the digital imager scanner favors longer exposure time rather than higher gain to capture an image. This ensures that the image is less noisy and produces fewer artifacts during post processing activities like image enhancement (sharpening). The mode is recommended for fixed mount / fixed object image capture since the image acquired is susceptible to motion blur.
Scan Autodetect (default) to set a mode in which the digital imager scanner automatically selects Gain Priority or Low Exposure Priority mode for Snapshot Mode. If the digital imager scanner is in a magnetic read switch enabled stand (or it is configured in Blink Mode), it uses Low Gain Priority mode. Otherwise, it uses the Low Exposure Priority mode.
Low Gain Priority
(0)
* Autodetect
(2)
Low Exposure Priority
(1)
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Snapshot Mode Timeout Parameter # F0h, 43h
This parameter sets the amount of time the digital imager scanner remains in Snapshot Mode. The digital imager scanner exits Snapshot Mode when you pull the trigger, or when the Snapshot Mode Timeout elapses. To set this timeout value, scan the bar code below followed by a bar code from Appendix D, Numeric Bar Codes. The default value is 0 which represents 30 seconds; values increment by 30. For example, 1 = 60 seconds, 2 = 90 seconds, etc.
Snapshot Aiming Pattern Parameter # F0h, 2Ch

Snapshot Mode Timeout

Select Enable Snapshot Aiming Pattern to project the aiming pattern when in Snapshot Mode, or Disable Snapshot Aiming Pattern to turn the aiming pattern off.
*Enable Snapshot Aiming Pattern
(01h)
Disable Snapshot Aiming Pattern
(00h)
Imaging Preferences 5 - 11
Image Cropping Parameter # F0h, 2Dh

This parameter crops a captured image. Select Disable Image Cropping to present the full 1280 x 1024 pixels. Select Enable Image Cropping to crop the image to the pixel addresses set in Crop to Pixel Addresses on page

5-12.
NOTE The digital scanner has a cropping resolution of 4 pixels. Setting the cropping area to less than 3 pixels
transfers the entire image.
Enable Image Cropping
(01h)
*Disable Image Cropping
(Use Full 1280 x 1024 Pixels)
(00h)
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Crop to Pixel Addresses Parameter # F4h, F0h, 3Bh (Top)
Parameter # F4h, F0h, 3Ch (Left) Parameter # F4h, F0h, 3Dh (Bottom) Parameter # F4h, F0h, 3Eh (Right)
If you selected Enable Image Cropping, set the pixel addresses from (0,0) to (1279,1023) to crop to.
Columns are numbered from 0 to 1279, rows from 0 to 1023. Specify four values for Top, Left, Bottom, and Right, where Top and Bottom correspond to row pixel addresses, and Left and Right correspond to column pixel addresses. For example, for a 4 row x 8 column image in the extreme bottom-right section of the image set the following values:
Top = 1020, Bottom = 1023, Left = 1272, Right = 1279
To set the crop to pixel address, scan each pixel address bar code below followed by four numeric bar codes representing the value. Leading zeros are required. For example, to crop the top pixel address to 3, scan 0, 0, 0, 3. See Appendix D, Numeric Bar Codes for numeric bar codes.
Top Pixel Address
(0 - 1023 Decimal)
Bottom Pixel Address
(0 - 1023 Decimal)
Left Pixel Address
(0 - 1279 Decimal)
Right Pixel Address
(0 - 1279 Decimal)
Imaging Preferences 5 - 13
Image Size (Number of Pixels) Parameter # F0h, 2Eh
This option alters image resolution before compression. Multiple pixels are combined to one pixel, resulting in a smaller image containing the original content with reduced resolution.
Select one of the following values:
Resolution
Value
Full 1280 x 1024
1/2 640 x 512
1/4 320 x 160
Uncropped Image Size
*Full Resolution
(00h)
1/2 Resolution
(01h)
1/4 Resolution
(03h)
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Image Brightness (Target White) Parameter # F0h 86h
Type: Byte
Range: 1 - 240
This parameter sets the Target White value used in Snapshot, Video and Video Viewfinder mode when using auto exposure. White and black are defined as 255 decimal and 0, respectively. Setting the value to the factory default of 180 sets the white level of the image to ~180.
To set the Image Brightness parameter, scan Image Brightness below followed by three numeric bar codes representing the value. Leading zeros are required. For example, to set an Image Brightness value of 99, scan 0, 9, 9. See Appendix D, Numeric Bar Codes for numeric bar codes.
*180
Image Brightness
(3 digits)
JPEG Image Options Parameter # F0h, 2Bh
Select an option to optimize JPEG images for either size or for quality. Scan the JPEG Quality Selector bar code to enter a quality value; the digital imager scanner then selects the corresponding image size. Scan the JPEG Size
Selector bar code to enter a size value; the digital imager scanner then selects the best image quality.
*JPEG Quality Selector
(01h)
JPEG Size Selector
(00h)
Imaging Preferences 5 - 15
!
JPEG Target File Size Parameter # F4h, F1h, 31h
Type: Word
Range: 5-600
This parameter defines the target JPEG file size in terms 1 Kilobytes (1024 bytes). The default value is 160 kB which represents 160 Kilobytes.
CAUTION JPEG compress may take 10 to 15 seconds based on the amount of information in the target image.
Scanning JPEG Quality Selector (default setting) on page 5-14 produces a compressed image that is consistent in quality and compression time.
To set the JPEG Target File Size parameter, scan JPEG Target File Size below followed by three numeric bar codes representing the value. Leading zeros are required. For example, to set an Image Brightness value of 99, scan 0, 9, 9 in Appendix D, Numeric Bar Codes.

*JPEG Target File Size

(3 digits)
JPEG Quality and Size Value JPEG Quality = Parameter # F0h, 31h
If you selected JPEG Quality Selector, scan the JPEG Quality Value bar code followed by 3 bar codes from
Appendix D, Numeric Bar Codes corresponding to a value from 5 to 100, where 100 represents the highest quality
image.
JPEG Quality Value
(Default: 065)
(5 - 100 Decimal)
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Image Enhancement Parameter # F1h, 34h
This parameter configures the digital imager scanner's Image Enhance feature. This feature uses a combination of edge sharpening and contrast enhancement to produce an image that is visually pleasing.
The levels of image enhancement are:
Off (0) - Default
Low(1)
Med(2)
High(3).
*Off
(0)
Medium
(2)
Low
(1)
High
(3)
Imaging Preferences 5 - 17
Image File Format Selector Parameter # F0h, 30h
Select an image format appropriate for the system (BMP, TIFF, or JPEG). The digital imager scanner stores captured images in the selected format.
BMP File Format
(03h)
*JPEG File Format
(01h)
TIFF File Format
(04h)
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Bits Per Pixel Parameter # F0h, 2Fh
Select the number of significant bits per pixel (BPP) to use when capturing an image. Select 1 BPP for a black and white image, 4 BPP to assign 1 of 16 levels of grey to each pixel, or 8 BPP to assign 1 of 256 levels of grey to each pixel.
NOTE The digital imager scanner ignores these settings for JPEG file formats, which only support 8 BPP.
The digital imager scanner ignores 1 BPP for TIFF file formats, which only support 4 BPP and
8 BPP. 1 BPP is coerced to 4 BPP for TIFF file formats.
1 BPP
(00h)
*8 BPP
(02h)
4 BPP
(01h)
Imaging Preferences 5 - 19
Signature Capture Parameter # 5Dh
A signature capture bar code is a special-purpose symbology which delineates a signature capture area in a document with a machine-readable format. The recognition pattern is variable so it can optionally provide an index to various signatures. The region inside the bar code pattern is considered the signature capture area.
Output File Format
Decoding a signature capture bar code de-skews the signature image and converts the image to a BMP, JPEG, or TIFF file format. The output data includes the file descriptor followed by the formatted signature image.
File Descriptor
Signature Image
Output Format
(1 byte)
JPEG - 1
BMP - 3
TIFF - 4
To enable or disable Signature Capture, scan the appropriate bar code below.
Enable Signature Capture
Signature Type (1
byte)
1-8 0x00000400 0x00010203….
(01h)
Size
(4 bytes)
(BIG Endian)
Signature Image
*Disable Signature Capture
(00h)
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Signature Capture File Format Selector Parameter # F0h, 39h
Select a signature file format appropriate for the system (BMP, TIFF, or JPEG). The digital imager scanner stores captured signatures in the selected format.
BMP Signature Format
(03h)
*JPEG Signature Format
(01h)
TIFF Signature Format
(04h)
Imaging Preferences 5 - 21
Signature Capture Bits Per Pixel Parameter # F0h, 3Ah
Select the number of significant bits per pixel (BPP) to use when capturing a signature. Select 1 BPP for a black and white image, 4 BPP to assign 1 of 16 levels of grey to each pixel, or 8 BPP to assign 1 of 256 levels of grey to each pixel.
NOTE The digital imager scanner ignores these settings for JPEG file formats, which only support 8 BPP.
The digital imager scanner ignores 1 BPP for TIFF file formats, which only support 4 BPP and 8 BPP. 1 BPP is coerced to 4 BPP for TIFF file formats.
1 BPP
(00h)
*8 BPP
(02h)
4 BPP
(01h)
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Signature Capture Width Parameter # F4h, F0h, 6Eh
The aspect ratio of the Signature Capture Width and Signature Capture Height parameters must match that of the signature capture area. For example, a 4 x 1 inch signature capture area would require a 4 to 1 aspect ratio of width to height.
To set the width of the signature capture box, scan the Signature Capture Width bar code, followed by 3 bar codes from Appendix D, Numeric Bar Codes corresponding to a value in the range of 001 to 640 decimal.

Signature Capture Width

(Default: 400)
(001 - 640 Decimal)
Signature Capture Height Parameter # F4h, F0h, 6Fh
To set the height of the signature capture box, scan the Signature Capture Height bar code, followed by 3 bar codes from Appendix D, Numeric Bar Codes corresponding to a value in the range of 001 to 480 decimal.

Signature Capture Height (Default: 100)

(001 - 480 Decimal)
Signature Capture JPEG Quality Parameter # F0h, A5h
Scan the JPEG Quality Value bar code followed by 3 bar codes from Appendix D, Numeric Bar Codes corresponding to a value from 005 to 100, where 100 represents the highest quality image.
JPEG Quality Value (Default: 065)
(5 - 100 Decimal)
Imaging Preferences 5 - 23
Video View Finder Parameter # F0h, 44h
Select Enable Video View Finder to project the video view finder while in Video Mode, or Disable Video View Finder to turn the video view finder off.
*Disable Video View Finder
(00h)
Enable Video View Finder
(01h)
Target Video Frame Size Parameter # F0h, 48h
Select the number of 100-byte blocks to transmit per second. Selecting a smaller value transmits more frames per second but reduces video quality; selecting a larger value increases video quality but slows transmission.
To set the Target Video Frame Size, scan the bar code below followed by two bar codes from Appendix D, Numeric
Bar Codes corresponding to the 100-byte value from 800 to 3300 bytes. For example, to select 1500 bytes, enter
1, 5. To select 900 bytes, enter 0, 9.

Target Video Frame Size

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Video View Finder Image Size Parameter # F0h, 49h
Select the number of 100-byte blocks. Values range from 800 to 3000 bytes. Selecting a smaller value transmits more frames per second; selecting a larger value increases video quality.
To set the Video View Finder Image Size, scan the bar code below followed by two bar codes from Appendix D,
Numeric Bar Codes corresponding to the 100-byte value from 800 to 3000 bytes. For example, to select 1500
bytes, enter 1, 5. To select 900 bytes, enter 0, 9.

Video View Finder Image Size

Chapter 6 SSI Interface
*Baud Rate 9600
(06h)
Feature/Option
* Indicates Default
Option Hex Value for programming via SSI command

Introduction

This chapter describes how to set up the digital imager scanner with a Simple Serial Interface (SSI) host. When using SSI, program the digital imager scanner via bar code menu or SSI host commands.
Throughout the programming bar code menus, default values are indicated with asterisks (
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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Interface Cable
Serial Port Connector
to Host
Power Supply Cable

Connecting Using Simple Serial Interface

Connect the digital imager scanner to an SSI host.
Figure 6-1
1. Attach the modular connector of the interface cable to the cable interface port on the digital imager scanner
SSI Host Connection
(see Installing the Interface Cable on page 1-3).
2. Connect the other end of the interface cable to the serial port on the host.
3. Connect the power supply to the serial connector end of the interface cable. Plug the power supply into an
appropriate outlet.
4. Scan the appropriate baud rate bar code from Baud Rate on page 6-4 that matches the host’s baud rate
setting.
5. To modify any other parameter options, scan the appropriate bar codes in this chapter.

Simple Serial Interface Default Parameters

Table 6-1 lists the defaults for the SSI host. There are two ways 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.
Download data through the device’s serial port using SSI. Hexadecimal parameter numbers appear in this chapter below the parameter title, and options appear in parenthesis beneath the accompanying bar codes. See the Simple Serial Interface (SSI) Programmer’s Guide for detailed instructions for changing parameters using this method.
NOTE See Appendix A, Standard Default Parameters for all user preferences, hosts, symbologies, and
miscellaneous default parameters.
SSI Interface 6 - 3
Table 6-1
Baud Rate 9Ch 9600 6-4
Parity 9Eh None 6-6
Check Parity 97h Enable 6-7
Software Handshaking 9Fh ACK/NAK 6-7
Host RTS Line State 9Ah Low 6-8
Decode Data Packet Format EEh Send Raw Decode Data 6-8
Stop Bits 9Dh 1 6-9
Host Serial Response Time-out 9Bh 2 sec 6-10
Host Character Time-out EFh 200 msec 6-11
Multipacket Option F0h 4Eh Option 1 6-12
Interpacket Delay F0h 4Fh 0 ms 6-13
Event Reporting
Decode Event F0h 00h Disable 6-14
SSI Interface Parameter Defaults
Parameter
Parameter
Number
Default
Page
Number
Boot Up Event F0h 02h Disable 6-15
Parameter Event F0h 03h Disable 6-15
NOTE SSI interprets Prefix, Suffix1, and Suffix2 values listed in Table A-1 on page A-1 differently than other
interfaces. SSI does not recognize key categories, only the 3-digit decimal value. The default value of 7013 is interpreted as CR only.
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SSI Host Parameters

Baud Rate Parameter # 9Ch
Baud rate is the number of bits of data transmitted per second. Set the digital imager scanner's baud rate to match the data rate setting of the host device. Otherwise, data may not reach the host or may reach it in distorted form.
To enable the SSI host, scan the appropriate baud rate bar code that matches the baud rate setting of the host device.
Baud Rate 600
(02h)
Baud Rate 2400
(04h)
*Baud Rate 9600
(06h)
Baud Rate 1200
(03h)
Baud Rate 4800
(05h)
Baud Rate (continued)
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Baud Rate 19,200
(07h)
38,400
(08h)
115,200
(0Bh)
57,600
(0Ah)
230,400
(0Ch)
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Parity Parameter # 9Eh
A parity check bit is the most significant bit of each ASCII coded character. Select the parity type according to host device requirements.
Select Odd parity to set the parity bit to a value 0 or 1, based on data, to ensure that the coded character contains an odd number of 1 bits.
Select Even parity to set the parity bit to a value 0 or 1, based on data, to ensure that the coded character contains an even number of 1 bits.
If no parity is required, select None.
Odd
(00h)
*None
(04h)
Even
|(01h)
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Check Parity Parameter # 97h
Select whether or not to check the parity of received characters. Use the Parity parameter to select the type of parity.

*Check Parity

(01h)
Do Not Check Parity
(00h)
Software Handshaking Parameter # 9Fh
This parameter offers control of the data transmission process in addition to that offered by hardware handshaking. Hardware handshaking is always enabled and cannot be disabled by the user.
Disable ACK/NAK Handshaking: If you select this option, the decoder neither generates nor expects
ACK/NAK handshaking packets.
Enable ACK/NAK Handshaking: If you select this option, after transmitting data, the digital imager scanner
expects either an ACK or NAK response from the host. The digital imager scanner also ACKs or NAKs messages from the host.
The digital imager scanner waits up to the programmable Host Serial Response Time-out to receive an ACK or NAK. If the scanner does not get a response in this time, it resends its data up to two times before discarding the data and declaring a transmit error.
Disable ACK/NAK
(00h)
*Enable ACK/NAK
(01h)
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Host RTS Line State Parameter # 9Ah
This parameter sets the expected idle state of the Serial Host RTS line.
The SSI Interface is used with host applications which also implement the SSI protocol. However, you can also use the digital imager scanner in a "scan-and-transmit" mode to communicate with any standard serial communication software on a host PC (see Decode Data Packet Format on page 6-8). If transmission errors occur in this mode, the host PC may be asserting hardware handshaking lines which interfere with the SSI protocol. Scan the Host:
RTS High bar code to address this problem.
*Host: RTS Low
(00h)
Host: RTS High
(01h)
Decode Data Packet Format Parameter # EEh
This parameter selects whether to transmit decoded data in raw format (unpacketed), or with the packet format defined by the serial protocol.
Selecting the raw format disables ACK/NAK handshaking for decode data.
*Send Raw Decode Data
(00h)
Send Packeted Decode Data
(01h)
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