Opticon 25-WEDGE-04 User Manual
Users Manual
Smart Wand
Wedge Interface
25-WEDGE-04
Ver. May 2000
8 Olympic Drive
Orangeburg, NY 10962
Tel 845.365-0090
Fax 845.365-1251
www.opticonUSA.com
Table of Contents
PART I Set-Up
General Information ..........................................1
Wedge Interface ...............................................2
Set Up .............................................................3
Scanning ..........................................................5
Troubleshooting ................................................6
Technical Specifications .....................................8
FCC Information.............................................. 10
Warranty ........................................................ 11
Glossary ......................................................... 12
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NOTICE
Opticon has taken every step to ensure that the
information included in this manual is accurate,
however we reserve the right to change any
specification at any time without prior notice.
Part II Bar Code Menu Functions
Reset All Defaults ............................................ 17
Computer Type Selection ................................. 18
Symbology Selection ....................................... 19
Symbology Additions ....................................... 20
UPC Settings................................................... 21
Code 39 Settings............................................. 24
Codabar Settings ............................................ 26
2 of 5 Settings ................................................28
Code 128 & MSI/Plessey Settings .................... 30
Bar Code Length Options ................................. 31
Scan Code Delay ............................................. 32
Intercharacter Delay........................................ 33
Beeper Settings .............................................. 35
Trigger Options (MSH-220 Only) ....................... 36
Suffix Options ................................................. 37
Keyboard Emulation Options ............................ 38
Keystroke Emulation Options............................ 39
Transmit Current Settings ................................ 42
General Information
The Opticon smart wand is an intelligent wand
with a built-in, state-of-the-art 16-bit single chip
decoder. Housed in a durable ABS plastic case, the
Opticon smart wand offers unparalleled performance at an economical price with the following
features:
Built-in internal decoder
Optional Good Read LED indicator light
Good Read audible beeper
Optional ON/OFF switch (MSH-220)
User replaceable ruby ball tip and cable
Autodiscriminates among all major bar code
symbologies
Bar code menu programmable
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Wedge Interface
The Opticon smart wand has built-in intelligence to
connect directly to a personal computer without
the need for a separate decoder box. Scanned bar
codes appear to the computer as if the data was
typed into the keyboard. Normal operation of the
keyboard is unaffected. The wedge interface is
compatible with virtually any application program
accepting keyboard input.
Advantages
Low cost no separate decoder box required
No special software installation or technical
support required
Same communication signal format as key-
board
Simple installation
No external power supply
Full featured bar code menu offers user
flexibility
Uses existing keyboard type
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Set Up
Unpacking
Remove the smart wand from its packaging and
inspect it for damage. If the smart wand was
damaged in transit, call the Opticon Customer
Service Dept. at 800-636-0090.
Installation
A Y connection cable is provided for installation.
The smart wand is installed or wedged between
the keyboard and the computers CPU. The Y
cable connects both the smart wand and the
keyboard to the computer.
WARNING!
In order to avoid possibility of damage
to the computer, turn OFF the computer
prior to installing the smart wand.
Install both wand and Y cable while
power to the system is OFF.
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User Maintenance
There is no user maintenance required for the
OPTICON smart wand. Replacement wand tips
and cables are available from Opticon. To remove
wand tip, simply rotate the tip counter-clockwise.
To remove cable, simply pry the rubber cover
backward and remove the cable from the wand.
Programming the Smart Wand
This Users Guide provides an easy way of changing certain parameters. A parameter is changed
by scanning a specific bar code associated to a
specific function.
To select menu options:
1. Scan START. The smart wand will beep
intermittently to indicate that it is ready to be
programmed.
2. Make parameter selection from menu. A beep
and a read light (MSH-220 only) indicates that
the parameter has been scanned.
3. Scan END. This completes the operation and
the new parameter is saved in memory.
The smart wand is typically programmed as a
keyboard wedge for IBMs AT or PS/2 models 50,
60, 70 and 80. If the host computer is not one of
these models, please refer to Computer Type
Selection on page 18 of the bar code scanning
menu to make another selection.
NOTE: (
default settings.
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) A pointing finger indicates scanner
B
Scanning
If the wand has a trigger switch, press button near
the tip. Red LED illumination will emit from the
ruby ball tip of the wand. If the wand does not
have a trigger switch, then the red LED will remain
illuminated as long as the computer system is on.
1. Place the tip of the wand about ¼ to ½ inch
to the right or left of the bar code. The wand
top must make contact with the bar code
label.
2. Move the wand over the bar code label quickly
with uniform speed. For maximum performance, slightly tilt the wand while scanning.
3. The wand will beep to indicate an audible
good read (if it does not beep, confirm that
beeper is enabled (page 38). If the wand has
a Good Read LED indicator (MSH-220 only),
it will illuminate indicating a good read.
NOTE: The wand will read all bar code symbologies
listed in the menu section of this Guide.
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Troubleshooting
A. If LEDs do not light up when installation
instructions are followed:
Make sure there is power to the system
Recycle computer power
Confirm computer fuses are ok.
Check for loose cable connection
B. If the wand tip lights up, Good Read beep is
audible, but outputs random characters to
screen, verify that the wand has been programmed to the correct settings:
Confirm selected Computer Type
matches the type of computer being used.
Adjust Intercharacter Delay settings.
Intercharacter delay settings will vary
according to the computer type being
used.
Is a dedicated file server being used?
Non-dedicated file serves may cause
problems for a Wedge interface. Opticon
recommends using an RS232C CCD smart
wand on non-dedicated file servers.
3. If the wand tip lights up, but Good Read
beep is not heard and no data appears on the
computer:
Is the bar code label readable? Does it
meet bar code specifications?
Does the smart wand read other bar code
labels? (If yes, the non-reading label may
be a label which the smart wand is not
programmed to decode.)
NOTE: If after performing these checks, the
smart wand is still not functioning, contact your
distributor or call Opticon Technical Support at
800-636-0090.
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Factory Service
When calling Opticon Technical Support, please
have the unit model number and several bar code
labels readily at hand.
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Technical Specifications
Physical
Case Material ABS Plastic
Tip Synthetic Ruby Ball
Cable Straight
Dimensions 159 x 32 x 19 mm
(6.25 x 1.25 x 0.75 in)
Weight 85 g (3 oz.)
Cable Length 5 ft. (approx.)
Optical
Light Source Red LED; λ = 660 nm
Tilt Angle 35° max.
Resolution 5 mil (min.)
Depth of Field Contact scanner
Scan Speed 2 to 60 in/sec.
Print Contrast Ratio 0.35 min.
Electrical
Supply Voltage 4.5 to 5.5 VDC
Current
Operating Less than 90 mA
Standby Less than 20 mA
Environmental
Temperature
Operating 0 to +49° C (+32° to +120° F)
Storage -9 to +71° C (+15° to +160° F)
Humidity Up to 90% RH (non-condensing)
Shock 40 drop onto hardwood
Interface
Wedge Keyboard Emulation
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Accessories Available
Part Number Description
28-WAND2-01 Desktop Stand
61-MSH02-01 Ruby ball wand tip replacement
41-W0001-01 Y Cable /AT
41-W0002-01 Y Cable /PS2
25-WEDGE-04 Manual/Wedge Interface
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FCC Information
This equipment has been tested and is found to
comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment
is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate RF
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communication. Operation of
this equipment in a residential area is likely to
cause harmful interference, in which case the user
will be required to correct the interference at their
own expense.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved
by the party responsible for compliance could void
the users authority to operate this equipment.
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Warranty
This smart wand is warranted for a period of five
(5) years from date of shipment from Opticon,
including all defects in material and workmanship
for the first year and electronics only thereafter.
Opticon will, at its option, repair or replace
products which prove to be defective in material or
workmanship under proper use within the warranty
period. Opticon will consider any product out-ofwarranty if the unit has been subjected to misuse,
accident or incorrect installation. No other warranties are expressed or implied, including but not
limited to the implied warranties of merchantability
and fitness for a particular purpose. Opticon is
not liable for consequential damages.
If the smart wand must be returned, please
contact Opticon to obtain an RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) number prior to returning
the product. The Customer Service Dept. may be
reached at 800-636-0090.
NOTE: Returned merchandise will NOT be
accepted without a RMA number indicated clearly
on the outside of the carton.
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