Opticon NLV-5201 User Manual
NLV-5201
Fixed Position 2D Imager Scanner
User's Manual
The information in this document is subject to change without notice.
Document History
Model Number: NLV-5201 Specification Number: TS18047
Edition: 1st Original Spec Number: (TS18046)
Date: 22-February-2019
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Please read this manual carefully before installing or using the product.
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the device purchased. Do not remove the serial number from your Opticon device. Removing the
serial number voids the warranty.
Warranty
Unless otherwise agreed in a written contract, all Opticon products are warranted against defects in
materials and workmanship for two years after purchase excluding batteries. Opticon will repair or, at
its option, replace products that are defective in materials or workmanship with proper use during the
warranty period. Opticon is not liable for damages caused by modifications made by a customer. In
such cases, standard repair charges will apply. If a product is returned under warranty and no defect is
found, standard repair charges will apply. Opticon assumes no liability for any direct, indirect,
consequential or incidental damages arising out of use or inability to use both the hardware and
software, even if Opticon has been informed about the possibility of such damages.
Packaging
The packing materials are recyclable. We recommend that you save all packing material to use should
you need to transport your data collector or send it for service. Damage caused by improper
packaging during shipment is not covered by the warranty.
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Caution and Warning
Read following caution carefully before installing and/or using this product. Incorrect handling may
cause malfunction, overheating, smoke, fire, injury and electric shock etc.
Caution
Electrical handling
・In case any abnormality occurs in the scanner or stops working, unplug the cable and the AC
adapter and contact the dealer. Leaving as is may cause malfunction, overheating, smoke and fire.
・Do not use this product at voltage outside the specified range. It may cause overheating, smoke and
fire.
・Do not let the AC adapter get wet. It may cause overheating, smoke, fire and electric shock.
・Do not plug/unplug the connectors while power is supplied.
Excessive shock / stress
・Do not drop this product.
・Do not push or place this product under or between heavy items.
・Do not swing the product around by the cable. It may cause injury or damage to the device.
Cable handling
・Do not wrap NLV-5201 cable around a host device (PC, tablet etc.). It may cause breakage to the
strain relief and the cable jacket, and could cause malfunction, overheating, smoke and fire.
・Do not place this product and AC adapter under or between heavy items.
・Do not bend the cable at extremely low temperatures.
・Immediately unplug the cable and AC adapter, then contact your dealer if:
If the cable jacket tears open or separates from the connector.
If any core wire, become exposed.
If the cable generates heat, even if it looks normal.
Continued use in any of these conditions may cause malfunction, overheating, and/or fire.
Operating environment
・Do not use this product at temperatures outside the specified range.
・Do not use this product near combustible materials (gas, gunpowder etc.). It may cause smoke and
fire.
・Do not immerse this product in water or any other liquid.
・If any condensation forms on the product, abstain from the use of it until moisture has evaporated to
prevent malfunctions.
・Do not store this product in dusty environments and in extremely high humidity.
・Do not store this product in extremely cold or hot places.
・Avoid exposure to direct sunlight for long periods of time.
・Avoid static electricity and do not put the product near a radio or a TV. Excessive static electricity
may cause malfunction.
・Do not place in an unstable place.
Others
・Do not disassemble this product.
・Do not stare into the LED light from the scan window. It may damage your eyes.
・Do not soil or scratch the scan window. It may have a bad effect on the reading.
・Do not expose this product to edible / industrial fat and chemicals.
・This product may be affected by an instantaneous power-on condition of machinery, lighting, or
motors, etc.
・Do not let children use this product.
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This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: ( 1 ) this device may not cause harmful Interference, and ( 2 ) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
この装置は、クラスＢ機器です。この装置は、住宅環境で使用することを目的としています
が、この装置がラジオやテレビジョン受信機に近接して使用されると、受信障害を引き起こすこ
とがあります。
取扱説明書に従って正しい取り扱いをして下さい。 ＶＣＣＩ－Ｂ
Regulatory Compliance
(1) LED Safety
IEC 62471 Exempt Risk Group
(2) EMC
EN 55024, EN 55032 Class B
FCC Part 15 Subpart B Class B
VCCI クラス B
Disclaimer:
OPTOELECTRONICS CO.,LTD. Will not bear any responsibility in case of malfunction, accident,
repair and damage assurance.
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Contents
Caution and Warning ............................................................................................................................. i
1 Abstract .......................................................................................................................................... 1
Features of the Scanner ........................................................................................................... 2 1.1
Usage of the Scanner ............................................................................................................... 3 1.2
Flow to Integrate ....................................................................................................................... 4 1.3
Flow to Integrate for Industrial Uses ................................................................................. 4 1.3.1
Flow to Integrate for General Uses ................................................................................... 5 1.3.2
2 Before Using .................................................................................................................................. 6
Model Details ............................................................................................................................ 7
2.1
Standard ........................................................................................................................... 7 2.1.1
Model Description ............................................................................................................. 7 2.1.2
Package Contents .................................................................................................................... 8 2.2
Connect to the Host .................................................................................................................. 9 2.3
How to Read ........................................................................................................................... 11 2.4
Depth of Field and Focus Type .............................................................................................. 12 2.5
Standard Model (SR) Depth of Field .............................................................................. 12 2.5.1
High Resolution Model (HD) Depth of Field ................................................................... 13 2.5.2
Ultra High Resolution model (UD) Depth of Field ........................................................... 14 2.5.3
Detailed View ......................................................................................................................... 15 2.6
Operation Mode and Control Panel Description .................................................................... 16 2.7
Operation Mode .............................................................................................................. 16 2.7.1
Control Panel Operation Specifications .......................................................................... 17 2.7.2
LED Indicator Specifications ........................................................................................... 18 2.7.3
Buzzer and LED Indicator ............................................................................................... 19 2.7.4
Operation Transition ............................................................................................................... 20 2.8
Normal Trigger ................................................................................................................ 20 2.8.1
Auto Trigger .................................................................................................................... 21 2.8.2
Operation Invalid Transition Diagram ............................................................................. 22 2.8.3
Installation of the Scanner ...................................................................................................... 23 2.9
Scan Area ............................................................................................................................... 24 2.10
Image Range .................................................................................................................. 24 2.10.1
Optical Path .................................................................................................................... 25 2.10.2
Scanned Media and Placement ............................................................................................. 26 2.11
Solution for Specular Reflection of the LED Illumination ................................................ 26 2.11.1
Solution for Specular Reflection of the External Illumination.......................................... 27 2.11.2
Exit Window Placement .......................................................................................................... 28 2.12
Exit Window Material ...................................................................................................... 28 2.12.1
Solution for Specular Reflection of the Illumination ........................................................ 29 2.12.2
3 Configurations ............................................................................................................................. 30
Configuring with Commands .................................................................................................. 31 3.1
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Command Packet ........................................................................................................... 31
3.1.1
Configuring with 2D Menu .............................................................................................. 32 3.1.2
Configuring with 1D Menu Code ..................................................................................... 33 3.1.3
Command Packet Sending Precautions ................................................................................ 34 3.2
Each interface Default Setting ........................................................................................ 34 3.2.1
Save Settings .................................................................................................................. 35 3.2.2
Custom Setting ............................................................................................................... 35 3.2.3
Basic Commands ................................................................................................................... 36 3.3
ACK/NAK for Serial Commands ..................................................................................... 36 3.3.1
Diagnostic Commands .................................................................................................... 36 3.3.2
Enable/Disable 2D Menu Code ...................................................................................... 36 3.3.3
Enable/Disable 1D Menu Code ...................................................................................... 36 3.3.4
Image Settings ................................................................................................................ 37 3.3.5
Disable Reading Operation ............................................................................................ 38 3.3.6
Buzzer and Indicator ....................................................................................................... 38 3.3.7
Reboot the Scanner ........................................................................................................ 38 3.3.8
Enable/Disable Mode Key .............................................................................................. 38 3.3.9
Direct Numerical Input Command .................................................................................. 39 3.3.10
4 Indicator Options ......................................................................................................................... 40
Buzzer .................................................................................................................................... 41 4.1
Buzzer Loudness ............................................................................................................ 41 4.1.1
Good Read Buzzer ......................................................................................................... 41 4.1.2
Start-up Buzzer ............................................................................................................... 42 4.1.3
Read Timeout Buzzer ..................................................................................................... 42 4.1.4
Intermediate Buzzer ........................................................................................................ 42 4.1.5
Status LED ............................................................................................................................. 43 4.2
Status LED Lighting Time ............................................................................................... 43 4.2.1
Good Read Aiming ................................................................................................................. 44 4.3
Indicator in General ................................................................................................................ 45 4.4
Indicator Timing .............................................................................................................. 45 4.4.1
5 Interface ........................................................................................................................................ 46
RS-232C ................................................................................................................................. 47 5.1
RS-232C Basic Information ............................................................................................ 48 5.1.1
Baud Rate (Transfer Speed) .......................................................................................... 48 5.1.2
Character Format ............................................................................................................ 49 5.1.3
Handshaking (Flow Control) ........................................................................................... 49 5.1.4
Inter Character Delay (RS-232C) ................................................................................... 54 5.1.5
Trouble Shooting (RS-232C) .......................................................................................... 54 5.1.6
USB-HID ................................................................................................................................. 55 5.2
USB-HID Basic Information ............................................................................................ 56 5.2.1
Connection Confirmation (USB-HID) .............................................................................. 57 5.2.2
NumLock CapsLock control ............................................................................................ 57
5.2.3
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Data Output Speed (USB-HID) ....................................................................................... 58
5.2.4
Inter Character Delay (USB-HID) ................................................................................... 58 5.2.5
Keyboard Language ....................................................................................................... 59 5.2.6
Trouble Shooting (USB-HID) .......................................................................................... 60 5.2.7
USB-COM .............................................................................................................................. 61 5.3
USB-COM Basic Information .......................................................................................... 62 5.3.1
Integration (USB driver) .................................................................................................. 62 5.3.2
Connection Confirm ........................................................................................................ 62 5.3.3
Fixed USB-COM Port ..................................................................................................... 63 5.3.4
Connection Method ......................................................................................................... 63 5.3.5
COM to HID Output ........................................................................................................ 63 5.3.6
Trouble Shooting (USB-COM) ........................................................................................ 64 5.3.7
Common Settings ................................................................................................................... 65 5.4
Data Buffer Mode ............................................................................................................ 65 5.4.1
6 Reading and Timing .................................................................................................................... 66
Reading and Trigger Control .................................................................................................. 67 6.1
Code Read Timing .......................................................................................................... 67 6.1.1
Command Trigger Control .............................................................................................. 68 6.1.2
External Trigger Signal Control ...................................................................................... 69 6.1.3
Read Time Setting .......................................................................................................... 70 6.1.4
Trigger Delay .................................................................................................................. 71 6.1.5
Decode Timeout ............................................................................................................. 72 6.1.6
OK/NG Signal ......................................................................................................................... 73 6.2
Enable/Disable OK/NG signal ........................................................................................ 73 6.2.1
OK/NG Signal Behavior Settings .................................................................................... 74 6.2.2
7 Tuning and Bank Function ......................................................................................................... 75
Tuning Overview .................................................................................................................... 76 7.1
Tuning Function .............................................................................................................. 76 7.1.1
Tuning Setting Flow ........................................................................................................ 77 7.1.2
Tuning..................................................................................................................................... 78 7.2
Execute Tuning ............................................................................................................... 78 7.2.1
Setting the Exposure Adjustment Range of Tuning ....................................................... 79 7.2.2
Reading Test .......................................................................................................................... 80 7.3
Reading Test Command ................................................................................................. 80 7.3.1
Bank Function ........................................................................................................................ 81 7.4
Bank Selection ................................................................................................................ 81 7.4.1
Bank Specify Trigger ...................................................................................................... 81 7.4.2
Confirm Current Bank ..................................................................................................... 81 7.4.3
Initialize Bank .................................................................................................................. 81 7.4.4
8 Read Options ............................................................................................................................... 82
Read Modes Overview ........................................................................................................... 83 8.1
Read Operation Flow ...................................................................................................... 83
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Read Modes ................................................................................................................... 84
8.1.2
Batch Reading ................................................................................................................ 86 8.1.3
Data Edit Function .......................................................................................................... 86 8.1.4
Auto Trigger ............................................................................................................................ 87 8.2
Normal Auto Trigger (Without Stand) ............................................................................. 87 8.2.1
Auto Trigger Sensitivity ................................................................................................... 87 8.2.2
Double Read Reset Time ............................................................................................... 87 8.2.3
Read Time Adjustment ................................................................................................... 88 8.2.4
Auto Trigger Sleep Mode ................................................................................................ 88 8.2.5
Illumination and Aiming .......................................................................................................... 89 8.3
Reading LED Illumination ............................................................................................... 89 8.3.1
LED Aiming ..................................................................................................................... 89 8.3.2
9 Code Options ............................................................................................................................... 90
Setting of Readable Codes .................................................................................................... 91 9.1
1D Codes ........................................................................................................................ 91 9.1.1
Postal Code .................................................................................................................... 92 9.1.2
GS1 DataBar .................................................................................................................. 93 9.1.3
GS1 Composite Code ..................................................................................................... 93 9.1.4
2D Codes ........................................................................................................................ 94 9.1.5
Other Options for Codes ................................................................................................. 94 9.1.6
OCR ................................................................................................................................ 95 9.1.7
Setting of Code Common Options ......................................................................................... 96 9.2
GS1 Convert ................................................................................................................... 96 9.2.1
Positive and Negative Image of Barcodes (1D code common) ...................................... 97 9.2.2
Redundancy (1D code common) .................................................................................... 98 9.2.3
Add-on waiting time ........................................................................................................ 98 9.2.4
ECI Protocol Output ........................................................................................................ 99 9.2.5
OCR Free Edit .............................................................................................................. 100 9.2.6
Setting of Code Specific Options ......................................................................................... 101 9.3
UPC .............................................................................................................................. 101 9.3.1
EAN/JAN ....................................................................................................................... 104 9.3.2
Code 39 and It. Pharm (Code 32) ................................................................................ 108 9.3.3
Codabar ........................................................................................................................ 110 9.3.4
Interleaved 2 of 5 and S-Code ...................................................................................... 112 9.3.5
Code128 ....................................................................................................................... 113 9.3.6
IATA .............................................................................................................................. 114 9.3.7
MSI/Plessey .................................................................................................................. 114 9.3.8
UK/Plessey ................................................................................................................... 114 9.3.9
Telepen ......................................................................................................................... 114 9.3.10
Code 11 ........................................................................................................................ 115 9.3.11
Korean Postal Authority ................................................................................................ 115 9.3.12
GS1 DataBar ................................................................................................................ 116
9.3.13
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Composite GS1 DataBar .............................................................................................. 117
9.3.14
PDF 417 ........................................................................................................................ 118 9.3.15
QR Code ....................................................................................................................... 119 9.3.16
Data Matrix ................................................................................................................... 121 9.3.17
Aztec Code ................................................................................................................... 122 9.3.18
Setting of Number of Characters .......................................................................................... 123 9.4
Fixed Length ON, Minimum / Maximum Length for Selected Codes ........................... 123 9.4.1
Command List: Fixed Length ON/Minimum/Maximum Length ..................................... 124 9.4.2
10 String Options ............................................................................................................................ 125
Prefix / Suffix (appending character function) ...................................................................... 126 10.1
Program Value: ............................................................................................................. 127 10.1.1
Set Prefix / Suffix .......................................................................................................... 128 10.1.2
Command List: Settings of the Prefix / Suffix ............................................................... 129 10.1.3
ASCII (Prefix / Suffix Values) ........................................................................................ 131 10.1.4
Code ID ......................................................................................................................... 132 10.1.5
Code Length ................................................................................................................. 132 10.1.6
Code Coordinates ......................................................................................................... 133 10.1.7
Scan Time ..................................................................................................................... 134 10.1.8
Case Conversion .................................................................................................................. 135 10.2
11 Appendix .................................................................................................................................... 136
Code ID Table ...................................................................................................................... 137 11.1
Opticon Code ID prefix / suffix value ............................................................................ 137 11.1.1
Code Option AIM / ISO15424 Code ID prefix / Suffix value ......................................... 138 11.1.2
NLV-5201 Specification Overview ........................................................................................ 142 11.2
Common Specification Overview .................................................................................. 142 11.2.1
Technical Specifications ............................................................................................... 145 11.2.2
Detailed View ................................................................................................................ 148 11.2.3
Product Label ................................................................................................................ 149 11.2.4
Sample Codes ...................................................................................................................... 150 11.3
1D Barcode ................................................................................................................... 150 11.3.1
Postal Code .................................................................................................................. 154 11.3.2
GS1 DataBar ................................................................................................................ 155 11.3.3
GS1 Composite Code ................................................................................................... 156 11.3.4
2D Code ........................................................................................................................ 158 11.3.5
OCR Font (Machine Readable Travel Document) ....................................................... 159 11.3.6
OCR Font (Free OCR Edit)........................................................................................... 160 11.3.7
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Abstract
1 Abstract
This document provides the user’s manual for the NLV-5201 2D handy scanner (hereafter called
“scanner”)
1.1 Feature of the Scanner
1.2 Usage of the Scanner
1.3 Flow to Integrate
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Abstract
Features of the Scanner
1.1
The NLV-5201 is a fixed position 2D imager scanner that enables high speed reading of a standard
barcode, 2D code and OCR font. Main features are as follows:
● High-speed reading
The high-speed CMOS sensor (100fps) and high-speed CPU enables stress-free scanning and fast
response from fast movement and poor/bright lighting conditions.
● Tune function
Integrated tuning function enables locked settings based on the target environment for the quickest
possible decodes. Tuning can be enabled by pressing the mode key and watching the 3-color
indicators.
● Motion tolerance
Fast shutter technology and new tune feature provides for the best prevention of image blur and
quickest decode times. Perfect for in-motion automation applications.
● 3 Focus Model
NLV-5201 has 3 focus models to choose from: The standard model, (fixed focus @ 113mm). A
High Density model ‘HD’ @ 63mm focus and Ultra Density ‘UD’ @ 43mm focus models
● Data edit programming (data output formatting)
This scanner features a unique script program function called “Data Editing” which gives a user an
almost unlimited flexibility to format the scanned data before it is sent out. Multiple 1D code, 2D code
and OCR can be (partially) combined and fixed parts can be added, subtracted, or substituted
before its final output. It also supports GS1 application identifier and allows data edit outputting for
logistics, POS, medicines and medical instruments barcodes.
● Green LED aiming and Warm-White LED Illumination
A well-defined single line of green LED light and efficient warm-white LED illumination makes it easy
to aim the scanner while providing safety and long-life.
● The Scanner is a RoHS compliant product, as declared by OPTOELECTRONICS CO.,LTD.
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Industrial use
Common use
Example of use: Factory line etc.
Example of use: Holing an product to read etc.
Exposure Control
Tuning
Auto Adjustment (default)
When reading distance and the code to read is
fixed, reading will stabilized by setting the optimum
exposure.
Adjust exposure automatically when the
reading distance and the code to read is not
fixed.
Usage of the Scanner
1.2
The scanner can be used from common usage to industrial use like factory production line etc.
Integration varies depending on the usage.
Exposure control has auto adjustment and tuning. Select according the usage.
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Flow to Integrate
1. Examine and Select the Scanner
Examine technical introduction in
advance.
“Communication”
“Reading position and focus model”
● Before using
→ (Refer to 2)
● Product specification
overview
→(Refer to 11.2)
2. Download Tools
According to the operation, download necessary tools from our website.
● Install condition image confirmation, tuning and
other settings.
→ ”UniversalTuningTool”
UniversaTuningTool
● For USB-COM
→ ”USB Driver”
3. Fixing Position and Setting for operation
Confirm the optimun setting according to the operation.
● Configurations
→ (Refer to 3)
● Interface
→ (Refer to 5)
● Reading and Timing
→ (Refer to 6)
● Read options
→ (Refer to 8)
● String Options
→ (Refer to 10)
4. Tuning and Testing
Tune and test in the acturla envirioment.
● Tuning and bank function
→ (Refer to 7)
Integrate
1.3
Flow to Integrate for Industrial Uses 1.3.1
Flows to integrate the scanner for industrial use are described below.
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Flow to Integrate for General Uses
1. Examine and Select the Scanner
Examine technical introduction in
advance.
“Communication”
“Reading code”
● Before using
→ (Refer to 2)
● Product specification
overview
→ (Refer to 11.2)
2. Download Tools
According to the operation, download necessary tools from our website.
● Setting, Image acquisition, confirm
communication
→ “UniversalConfig”
UniversalConfig
● USB-COM
→ “USB Driver”
3. Setting and Testing
In the actual enviroment, evaluate the optimum setting according to the operation and perform a
reading test.
● Configurations
→ (Refer to 3)
● Indicator
→ (Refer to 4)
● Interface
→ (Refer to 5)
● Code Options
→ (Refer to 9)
● String Options
→ (Refer to 10)
● Read Options
→ (Refer to 8)
4. Create Setting Menu
Create a 2D menu code suitable for operation.
● 2D menu code
→ (Refer to 3.1.2)
Integrate
1.3.2
Flows to integrate the scanner for general use are described below.
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2 Before Using
Following explains the items required before using.
2.1 Model Details
2.2 Package Contents
2.3 Connect to the Host
2.4 How to Read
2.5 Depth of Field and Focus Type
2.6 Detailed View
2.7 Operation Mode and Control Panel Description
2.8 Operation Transition
2.9 Installation of the Scanner
2.10 Scan Area
2.11 Scanned Media and Placement
2.12 When Placing Exit Window
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Model Details
Model
name
Focus Interface
Cable length
Optional
AC Adapter
NLV-5201
None
or
-HD
or
-UD
-RS232C(LE)
or
-USB
or
-USB-COM
or
-RS232C(9P)
None
None
or
-RS232C
+PS
Standard
Description
NLV-5201-RS232C(LE)
Standard focus, RS-232C loose end
NLV-5201-USB
Standard focus, USB-HID
Symbol
Description
None
Standard focus model (focus distance: 113 mm)
-HD
High density focus model (focus distance: 63 mm)
-UD
Ultra-high density focus model (focus distance: 43 mm)
Symbol
Description
-RS232C(LE)
RS-232C loose end cable (open wires, no connector)
-USB
USB cable is connected and interface default setting is USB-HID.
-USB-COM
USB cable is connected and interface default setting is USB-COM.
-RS232C(9P)
RS-232C cable (power supply input connected to D-sub 9 pin 9)
-RS232C
RS-232C cable with power pigtail (external AC power supply spec) is
connected.
Symbol
Description
None
Cable length 1.5 m
Symbol
Description
None
AC adapter not included.
+PS
AC adapter for RS-232C external power supply is included.
2.1
The NLV-5201 model name is constructed by a combination of following.
Standard 2.1.1
The following specs are the standard products.
Chapter-2
Before Using
Note: Other combinations only as special order, please contact sales offices for this.
Model Description 2.1.2
Focus
Interface Cable
Cable Length
Optional AC adapter
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Package Contents
Scanner with USB cable
NLV-5201 Quick Start Guide
(1 copy)
Scanner with RS-232C (loose end) cable
NLV-5201 Quick Start Guide
(1 copy)
USB-HID / USB-COM Interface Model
RS-232C Interface Model
2.2
Following items are packed to this product. Please check before using.
Chapter-2
Before Using
Following are included to USB interface model.
Following are packed to RS-232C interface model.
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Host
USB Connector
X X X X X X
1500
Φ 3.8
[Unit: mm]
USB plug A
USB-COM/ USB-HID Interface Connection Diagram
Before Using
Connect to the Host
2.3
This section describes how to connect each interface to the host.
For interface setting details, refer to “5. Interface”
For details of installing the scanner, refer to “Installation of the Scanner”.
Connecting with the Host device
Connect interface connector to the host. When power is on, the scanner makes startup sound.
After startup sound is completed, the scanner will be ready for reading.
* USB-COM and USB-HID interface can be changed by the setting.
* For the USB-COM interface model, the Opticon USB-COM driver must be installed on your host device.
* While using USB-COM and not connected to the host, the scanner makes an error sound when reading.
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Cable Color
Signal Name
Notes
Red
VCC
Power-supply voltage 4.5-5.5V (Typ.5V)
Brown
Trigger
External trigger input terminal
Yellow
OK
External OK output terminal
Orange
NG
External NG output terminal
Black
S-GND
Gray
RTS Blue
CTS Green
TxD White
RxD (Black)
Shield GND
Heat shrinkable tube
X X X X X X
1500
60
Φ 3.8
AWG28
[Unit: mm]
Host
RS-232C
Communication connector
Barcode
reader main
circuit
VCC
DC 5V
+
Load
MAX DC 24V
+
TxD
RxD
RTS
CTS
OK / NG
Trigger
S-GND
F-GND
TxD
RxD
CTS
RTS
External
device
NLV-5201
RS-232C (Loose End) Interface Connection Diagram
Before Using
Loose end Pin Assignment
Loose end Circuit
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How to Read
2.4
The scanner read target code by acquiring the image.
Reading starts by the following method.
1. Send command trigger “Z” via serial communication. (RS-232C, USB-COM)
2. Turn ON external trigger input. (RS-232C loose end)
3. Detect target to read in auto trigger mode.
4. Press trigger key. (Used when testing and maintenance etc.)
Chapter-2
Before Using
Reading Reference Standard mode (SR): Approx. 113 cm Scan Area (Refer to 2.10)
Distance (Refer to 2.5.1)
High Resolution model (HD): Approx. 63 cm
(Refer to 2.5.2)
Ultra High Resolution model (UD): Approx. 43 mm
(Refer to 2.5.3)
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Depth of Field and Focus Type
0.127mm (5mil)
53 126
0.254mm (10mil)
52
237
0.508mm (20mil)
69
433
0.20mm (7.9mil)
191
62
0.33mm (13mil)
50
291
0.169mm (6.7mil)
49
146
0.254mm (10mil)
42
211
0.169mm
60
111
0.381mm (15mil)
22
250
0.169mm (6.7mil)
62
116
0.254mm (10mil)
173
43
0
50 100 150
200 250
300
0
50
50
25
25
75
100
[Unit: mm ]
100 75
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2.5
Select the focus type according to reading distance and code resolution.
Standard Model (SR) Depth of Field 2.5.1
Chapter-2
Before Using
* The depth of field is the typical value measured by tilting the test chart 15° from the optical axis. (25C°)
* Refer to 11.2.2 Technical Specifications Standard Model Reading Depth of Field for specified value.
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High Resolution Model (HD) Depth of Field
0
50 100
150
200
0 50
50
25
75
75
25
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0.076mm(3.0mil)
45 72
0.127mm(5.0mil)
35
119
0.254mm (10mil)
55
179
0.20mm (7.9mil)
159
68
0.33mm (13mil)
48
200
0.127mm (5.0mil)
39
109
0.254mm (10mil)
46
154
0.127mm (5.0mil)
43
91
0.381mm (15mil)
24
180
0.127mm (5.0mil)
48
78
0.254mm (10mil)
139
28
[ Unit：mm ]
2.5.2
Chapter-2
Before Using
* The depth of field is the typical value measured by tilting the test chart 15° from the optical axis. (25C°)
* Refer to 11.2.2 Technical Specifications High Resolution Model (HD) Reading Depth of Field for specified value.
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Ultra High Resolution model (UD) Depth of Field
0
0
25
50
[Unit: mm ]
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0.076mm(3mil)
28
65
0.127mm(5mil)
23
82
0.254(10mil)
53
108
0.33mm(13mil)
50
0.084mm(3.3mil)
33
55
0.381mm(15mil)
22
109
25
50
75
100
2550
120
0.084mm(3.3mil)
35
55
0.254mm(10mil)
22
86
2.5.3
Chapter-2
Before Using
* The depth of field is the typical value measured by tilting the test chart 15° from the optical axis. (25C°)
* Refer to 11.2.2 Technical Specifications Ultra High Resolution model (UD) Reading Depth of Field for specified
value.
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Detailed View
No.
Name
Description
1
Scan Window
Light paths of the imager, LED illumination and aiming. Ensure that
the lens is free from dust and dirt before scanning.
2
Mounting Holes
Screw holes that can be used to mount the scanner. Two holes on
the bottom and side. Refer to the mechanical drawing for the
mounting holes dimension.
The screw hole is M3, effective depth 3.5mm.
3
Control Panel
Control panel to execute Test mode, Tuning mode and Aiming mode.
Can also select the bank.
4
Buzzer Holes
Sound from a built-in buzzer comes out through these holes. When
they are covered, the buzzer sound will be diminished. The sound
varies depending on the settings. Buzzer sound settings are
configurable for frequency, loudness and duration.
5
Status LEDs
Indicates status by the combination of 3-color LEDs (red, orange,
green).
Refer to 2.7.3 LED Indicator Specifications for detail.
6
Trigger Key
Default is trigger key. When selecting mode, it operates as execution
key.
7
Mode Key
The key to select and cancel the mode.
Shift to bank select mode by long press.
Mode key can be disabled, refer to 3.3.9 for detail.
X X X X X X
2. Mounting Holes
1. Scan Window
4. Buzzer Holes
7. Mode Key
6. Trigger Key
5. Status LED
3. Control Panel
2.6
Chapter-2
Before Using
Chapter-2
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Mode name
Mark
Description
Normal
mode
-
Following are use as reading trigger in a readable state like operation.
・Command trigger by serial communication (USB-COM/RS-232C)
・External trigger signal (RS-232C)
・Auto trigger
・Trigger key
Test mode
TEST
Used when testing the read rate.
The read rate is displayed on the indicator LED every 10 times.
Tuning mode
TUNE
When reading distance and the code to read is fixed, reading will
stabilized by setting the optimum exposure.
When the tuning is successes, code limited and exposures setting etc.
are registered to the current bank. Also, the reading rate is displayed on
the LED indicator.
Bank
-
Area to register the exposure etc. adjusted in the tuning mode. 1-7 can
be register to the bank, default is 1.
Aiming mode
AIM
Aiming lights and if code can be read, displays whether the code is close
to the center coordinate of the image sensor to LED indicator.
Buzzer Holes
Mode Key
Trigger Key
Status LED
Control Panel
Before Using
Operation Mode and Control Panel Description
2.7
Normally, the scanner is operated by serial communication control, but simple operation setting by the
control panel is also available.
Operation Mode 2.7.1
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Control Panel Operation Specifications
LED Indication
Mode Key
Trigger Key
Operation
Mode
Operation description
Trigger Key
for reading
Normal
Normal operation status.
Press once
(within 2 sec)
Mode
transition by
pressing once
Test
Used when testing the read rate.
The read rate is displayed on the indicator LED
every 10 times.
Press twice
(within 2 sec)
Mode
transition by
pressing once
Tuning
Tuning automatically perform optimum exposure
setting etc. according to the read code. When the
tuning is successes, the code is limited, and
exposures setting etc. are registered to the current
bank. Also, the reading rate when tuning is
successes is displayed on the LED indicator.
Press 3 times
(within 2 sec)
Mode
transition by
pressing once
Aiming
In the aiming mode, aiming lights and if code can
be read, displays whether the code is close to the
center coordinate of the image sensor to indicator
LED.
Press 4 times
(within 2 sec)
Press
2 seconds
or more
(Press again
to select)
Mode
transition by
pressing once
Bank
selection
By pressing the mode key for more than 2
seconds, the bank currently used will be display on
the LED. Pressing the mode key again, bank
becomes selectable in order, and by pressing the
trigger key, the bank displayed becomes effective.
Press both key at same
time for 5 seconds,
becomes initialization
standby. And initialize by
pressing trigger key again.
Initialize
Pressing mode key and trigger key at same time
for 5 seconds, it enters to the initialization standby.
Initialized by pressing trigger key with that status,
and initialization standby will be cancel by pressing
mode key.
2.7.2
Operation specification of the control panel allocated on the side of housing are as follows.
Chapter-2
Before Using
Chapter-2
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Status
Reading success
Waiting for
USB communication
Communication/
Reading error
LED
indication
Reading
rate
0 - 40 %
50 - 70 %
80 - 90%
100%
Central
coordinate
Within 1/2 image
Within 1/4 image
Within 1/8 image
Within 1/16 image
LED
indication
Bank No.
No.1
No.2
No.3
No.4
No.5
No.6
No.7
LED
indication
: OFF
: Blinking
: ON
1/2 Image
1/4 Image
1/8 Image
1/16 Image
Code center
Center position
Before Using
LED Indicator Specifications
2.7.3
The status LED’s indicate the reading result and USB communication status. In read rate mode, the
reading success rate is indicated by these three 3-color LED’s. Below is a more in-depth description
on these LED’s.
Normal mode status LED indication
“Test mode”, “Tuning mode” and “Aiming mode” LED indication
Test and tuning display the reading rate for 10 times.
*Judgement range at aiming.
“Bank. No.” LED indication
The LED of the bank currently used will blink by pressing the mode key for more than 2 seconds.
* Status LED legend
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Buzzer and LED Indicator
Item
Rumble timing
Tone interval
LED color
Enable/Disable
Start-up sound
When powered on.
Low - Low middle 2 time -
Middle tone
3 color
Combination
Configurable
(Default: Enable)
Good read sound
When reading successes
Middle tone 1 time
Light blue
Configurable
(Default: Enable)
Data transmission
error
In USB, when connection is not established.
(Middle - Middle low tone)
6 times
Red
Enable (Fixed)
Batch reading
Intermediate
sound
When one code is read and if it does not yet
meet the conditions to output data in batch
reading or concatenated code reading.
Short High tone 1 time
None
Configurable
(Default: Enable)
Read timeout
sound
When code is not read within the effective
time period.
Low tone 2 times
Red
Configurable
(Default: Disable)
1D ZZ menu
Reading sound
When reading start ZZ menu code.
Middle - Middle low -
Middle high tone
Yellow
Enable (Fixed)
When reading defined menu code.
Middle - Middle low -
Middle-high tone
Yellow
Enable (Fixed)
When reading not defined menu code.
Low tone 2 times
Red
Enable (Fixed)
When reading end ZZ menu code.
Middle - Middle low -
Middle-high tone
Yellow
Enable (Fixed)
When save setting is complete
(Middle - Middle low -
Middle high tone) 3 times
None
Enable (Fixed)
2D menu
Reading sound
When reading 2D menu code.
Middle - Middle low -
Middle high tone
Yellow
Enable (Fixed)
When save setting is complete.
(Middle - Middle low -
Middle high tone) 3 times
None
Enable (Fixed)
High temperature
protection mode
If internal temperature exceeds a certain
temperature, reading operation becomes
disabled. While in this mode, it beeps with a 3
seconds interval.
High tone 2 times
Orange
Enable (Fixed)
Buzzer Holes
Status LED
2.7.4
Buzzer sound and lighting color of LED indicates status of the scanner.
The scanner status, buzzer sound and status LED are described as below.
Chapter-2
Before Using
* Low: around 1000 Hz, Low middle: around 1000-2000 Hz, Middle low: around 2500 Hz, Middle: around 3000 Hz,
Middle high: around 3500 Hz, High: around 4000Hz.
* Refer to 4. Indicator for setting detail.
* Above is the definition of the representative status and does not indicate all of the operations.
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Operation Transition
Status
Description
Read
Acquiring image and reading is in progress with the warm white LED and
green aiming LED on.
Standby
Can start reading by serial command, pushing side trigger or the external
trigger input becomes active.
Reading operation stop*
The reading operation can be stopped by a successful decode, a stop
command, or a timeout period after release of the trigger.
Power-OFF
Standby
Read
Non-Operation
Power
applied
Transition command
Recovery
command
Trigger
Scanning completes
or
Time out
2.8
Following are the operation status transition of the scanner.
Normal Trigger 2.8.1
Chapter-2
Before Using
Status Description
* "Reading operation stop” is configured using commands. This cannot be done while using USB-HID interface.
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