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DS7708 2D VERTICAL
SLOT SCANNER

PRODUCT REFERENCE GUIDE

DS7708 2D VERTICAL SLOT SCANNER

PRODUCT REFERENCE GUIDE

MN001062A04

Revision A

December 2015

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Revision History

Changes to the original guide are listed below:

Change Date Description

-01 Rev A 3/2015 Initial Release

-02 Rev A 4/2015 Updated note on page 11-2 regarding Using a Zebra Scanner as an Auxiliary

-03 Rev A 7/2015 Updated PIN #2 usage.

-04 Rev A 12/2015 Updated:

Sc

anner.

- Beeper Tone default from Medium to High.

- Table 12-2 on page 12-42 to reflect the correct behavior in the new imagekit.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Warranty ......................................................................................................................................... ii

Revision History.............................................................................................................................. iii

About This Guide

Introduction..................................................................................................................................... v

Scanner Configurations .................................................................................................................. v

Accessories..................................................................................................................................... vi

Chapter Descriptions ...................................................................................................................... viii

Notational Conventions................................................................................................................... ix

Related Publications....................................................................................................................... x

Service Information......................................................................................................................... x

Chapter 1: GETTING STARTED

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

Unpacking the Scanner ............................................................................................................ 1-1

Protective Cover ................................................................................................................ 1-1

Features ................................................................................................................................... 1-2

Setting Up the Scanner ............................................................................................................ 1-4

Power Options ................................................................................................................... 1-4

Ports ................................................................................................................................... 1-4

Connecting the Host and/or Auxiliary Scanner Cable ........................................................ 1-4

Removing and Replacing the Back Cover ......................................................................... 1-5

Removing the Back Cover ........................................................................................... 1-5

Installing the Cable(s) ........................................................................................................ 1-5

Removing the Back Cover with Cables Installed ......................................................... 1-6

Replacing the Back Cover ............................................................................................ 1-6

Configuring the Scanner .................................................................................................... 1-6

Synchronization of Settings ............................................................................................... 1-7

Host Requested Setting Changes ................................................................................ 1-7

Bar Code Menu Symbols Scanned on the DS7708 ..................................................... 1-7

Bar Code Menu Symbols Scanned on the Hand-held Scanner ................................... 1-7

Mounting the Scanner (Optional Hardware Required) ............................................................. 1-8

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Mounting the Scanner to the Table Top .............................................................................. 1-8

Mounting the Scanner to a Table Top with Double-sided Tape .................................... 1-8

Mounting the Scanner to a Table Top with Screws ...................................................... 1-8

Mounting the Scanner to a Wall .......................................................................................... 1-9

Removing the Scanner from the Mounting Bracket ............................................................ 1-10

Operating the Scanner .............................................................................................................. 1-11

Indicator Lights .................................................................................................................... 1-11

Adjusting Speaker Volume .................................................................................................. 1-11

Adjusting Speaker Tone ...................................................................................................... 1-11

Wall Mount Template ................................................................................................................ 1-12

Table Mount Template .............................................................................................................. 1-13

Chapter 2: DATA CAPTURE

Overview ................................................................................................................................... 2-1

Scanning Bar Codes on Products ............................................................................................. 2-2

Active Scan Area ................................................................................................................ 2-2

Decode Ranges ........................................................................................................................ 2-3

User Indicators .......................................................................................................................... 2-4

Beeper Volume/ Beeper Tone ............................................................................................ 2-4

LED and Beeper Indicators ................................................................................................. 2-4

Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS) ........................................................................................ 2-7

Installing .............................................................................................................................. 2-7

Checkpoint EAS Model Compatibility ........................................................................... 2-7

Considerations .............................................................................................................. 2-7

Checkpoint Contact Information .................................................................................... 2-7

Chapter 3: MAINTENANCE, TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS, MOUNTING TEMPLATES

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

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

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

Technical Specifications ........................................................................................................... 3-4

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

Chapter 4: USER PREFERENCES & MISCELLANEOUS OPTIONS

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

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

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

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

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

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

Parameter Bar Code Scanning ........................................................................................... 4-6

Beep After Good Decode .................................................................................................... 4-7

Beeper Tone ....................................................................................................................... 4-8

Beeper Volume ................................................................................................................... 4-11

Beeper Duration .................................................................................................................. 4-13

Volume/Tone Button Control ............................................................................................... 4-15

Suppress Power-up Beeps ................................................................................................. 4-17

Timeout Between Decodes, Same Symbol ........................................................................ 4-18

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Timeout Between Decodes, Different Symbols ................................................................. 4-18

Fuzzy 1D Processing ......................................................................................................... 4-19

Decode Mirror Images (Data Matrix Only) ......................................................................... 4-20

PDF Prioritization ............................................................................................................... 4-22

PDF Prioritization Timeout ................................................................................................. 4-23

Mobile Phone/Display Mode .............................................................................................. 4-24

Field of View ...................................................................................................................... 4-25

Miscellaneous Scanner Parameters ........................................................................................ 4-27

Transmit Code ID Character .............................................................................................. 4-27

Prefix/Suffix Values ............................................................................................................ 4-29

Scan Data Transmission Format ....................................................................................... 4-32

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

Unsolicited Heartbeat Interval ............................................................................................ 4-37

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

Decode Mode ............................................................................................................... 5-4

Snapshot Mode ............................................................................................................ 5-4

Snapshot Mode Timeout .................................................................................................... 5-5

Image Size (Number of Pixels) .......................................................................................... 5-6

Image Brightness (Target White) ....................................................................................... 5-8

JPEG Image Options ......................................................................................................... 5-9

JPEG Target File Size ....................................................................................................... 5-10

JPEG Quality and Size Value ............................................................................................ 5-11

Image Enhancement .......................................................................................................... 5-12

Image File Format Selection .............................................................................................. 5-14

Image Rotation ................................................................................................................... 5-16

Bits Per Pixel (BPP) ........................................................................................................... 5-18

Bits Per Pixel (continued) ................................................................................................... 5-19

Signature Capture ............................................................................................................. . 5-20

Output File Format ....................................................................................................... 5-20

Signature Capture File Format Selection ........................................................................... 5-21

Signature Capture Bits Per Pixel ....................................................................................... 5-23

Signature Capture Width .................................................................................................... 5-25

Signature Capture Height .................................................................................................. 5-26

Signature Capture JPEG Quality ....................................................................................... 5-27

Video View Finder .............................................................................................................. 5-28

Video View Finder Image Size ........................................................................................... 5-29

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Chapter 6: USB INTERFACE

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

Connecting a USB Interface ..................................................................................................... 6-2

USB Default Parameters .......................................................................................................... 6-4

USB Host Parameters .............................................................................................................. 6-5

USB Device Type ................................................................................................................ 6-5

Symbol Native API (SNAPI) Status Handshaking ............................................................... 6-9

USB Keystroke Delay ......................................................................................................... 6-10

USB CAPS Lock Override .................................................................................................. 6-12

USB Ignore Unknown Characters ....................................................................................... 6-13

USB Convert Unknown to Code 39 .................................................................................... 6-14

Emulate Keypad .................................................................................................................. 6-15

Keypad Emulation with Leading Zero ................................................................................. 6-16

USB Keyboard FN1 Substitution ......................................................................................... 6-17

Function Key Mapping ........................................................................................................ 6-18

Simulated Caps Lock .......................................................................................................... 6-19

Convert Case ...................................................................................................................... 6-20

USB Static CDC .................................................................................................................. 6-22

USB Transmission Speed Parameters ............................................................................... 6-23

USB HID Polling Interval ............................................................................................... 6-23

Fast HID Keyboard ....................................................................................................... 6-28

Quick Keypad Emulation ............................................................................................... 6-29

IBM Specification Version ................................................................................................... 6-30

Optional USB Parameters ........................................................................................................ 6-31

Beep Directive ..................................................................................................................... 6-31

Bar Code Configuration Directive ....................................................................................... 6-32

ASCII Character Set for USB .................................................................................................... 6-33

Chapter 7: RS-232 INTERFACE

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

RS-232 Host Parameters .......................................................................................................... 7-5

RS-232 Host Types ............................................................................................................. 7-7

Baud Rate ........................................................................................................................... 7-11

Parity ................................................................................................................................... 7-14

Check Receive Errors ......................................................................................................... 7-16

Hardware Handshaking ...................................................................................................... 7-17

None ............................................................................................................................. 7-18

Standard RTS/CTS ....................................................................................................... 7-18

RTS/CTS Option 1 ........................................................................................................ 7-19

RTS/CTS Option 2 ........................................................................................................ 7-19

RTS/CTS Option 3 ........................................................................................................ 7-20

Software Handshaking ........................................................................................................ 7-21

None ............................................................................................................................. 7-21

ACK/NAK ...................................................................................................................... 7-21

ENQ .............................................................................................................................. 7-22

ACK/NAK with ENQ ...................................................................................................... 7-22

XON/XOFF .................................................................................................................... 7-23

Host Serial Response Time-out .......................................................................................... 7-24

RTS Line State .................................................................................................................... 7-27

Stop Bit Select .................................................................................................................... 7-28

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Data Bits ............................................................................................................................ 7-29

Beep on <BEL> .................................................................................................................. 7-30

Intercharacter Delay ........................................................................................................... 7-31

Nixdorf Beep/LED Options ................................................................................................. 7-34

Ignore Unknown Characters .............................................................................................. 7-36

ASCII Character Set for RS-232 .............................................................................................. 7-37

Chapter 8: IBM 468X/469X INTERFACE

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

Connecting to an IBM 468X/469X Host ................................................................................... 8-2

IBM Default Parameters ........................................................................................................... 8-4

IBM 468X/469X Host Parameters ............................................................................................ 8-5

Port Address ...................................................................................................................... 8-5

Convert Unknown to Code 39 ............................................................................................ 8-7

Beep Directive .................................................................................................................... 8-8

Bar Code Configuration Directive ...................................................................................... 8-9

Chapter 9: KEYBOARD WEDGE INTERFACE

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

Connecting a Keyboard Wedge Interface ................................................................................ 9-2

Keyboard Wedge Default Parameters ..................................................................................... 9-4

Keyboard Wedge Host Types ............................................................................................ 9-5

Ignore Unknown Characters .............................................................................................. 9-6

Keystroke Delay ................................................................................................................. 9-7

Intra-Keystroke Delay ........................................................................................................ 9-9

Alternate Numeric Keypad Emulation ................................................................................ 9-10

Quick Keypad Emulation .................................................................................................... 9-11

Caps Lock On .................................................................................................................... 9-12

Caps Lock Override ........................................................................................................... 9-13

Convert Wedge Data ......................................................................................................... 9-14

Function Key Mapping ....................................................................................................... 9-16

FN1 Substitution ................................................................................................................ 9-17

Send Make Break .............................................................................................................. 9-18

ASCII Character Set for Keyboard Wedge .............................................................................. 9-19

Chapter 10: SSI INTERFACE

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

Communications ...................................................................................................................... 10-1

SSI Transactions ...................................................................................................................... 10-3

General Data Transactions ................................................................................................ 10-3

ACK/NAK Handshaking ............................................................................................... 10-3

Transfer of Decode Data .................................................................................................... 10-4

ACK/NAK Enabled and Packeted Data ........................................................................ 10-4

ACK/NAK Enabled and Unpacketed ASCII Data ......................................................... 10-4

ACK/NAK Disabled and Packeted DECODE_DATA ................................................... 10-4

ACK/NAK Disabled and Unpacketed ASCII Data ........................................................ 10-5

Communication Summary ........................................................................................................ 10-5

RTS/CTS Lines .................................................................................................................. 10-5

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ACK/NAK Option ................................................................................................................. 10-5

Number of Data Bits ............................................................................................................ 10-5

Serial Response Time-out .................................................................................................. 10-5

Retries ................................................................................................................................. 10-5

Baud Rate, Stop Bits, Parity, Response Time-out, ACK/NAK Handshake ......................... 10-6

Errors .................................................................................................................................. 10-6

Things to Remember When Using SSI Communication ........................................................... 10-6

Encapsulation of RSM Commands/Responses Over SSI ........................................................ 10-7

Command Structure ............................................................................................................ 10-7

Response Structure ............................................................................................................ 10-7

Simple Serial Interface Default Parameters .............................................................................. 10-8

SSI Parameters ........................................................................................................................ 10-10

Select SSI Host ................................................................................................................... 10-10

Baud Rate ........................................................................................................................... 10-11

Parity ................................................................................................................................... 10-15

Check Parity ........................................................................................................................ 10-17

Stop Bits .............................................................................................................................. 10-18

Software Handshaking ........................................................................................................ 10-19

Host RTS Line State ........................................................................................................... 10-20

Decode Data Packet Format ............................................................................................... 10-21

Host Serial Response Timeout ........................................................................................... 10-22

Host Character Timeout ...................................................................................................... 10-24

Multipacket Option .............................................................................................................. 10-26

Interpacket Delay ................................................................................................................ 10-28

Event Reporting ........................................................................................................................ 10-31

Decode Event ..................................................................................................................... 10-31

Boot Up Event ..................................................................................................................... 10-32

Parameter Event ................................................................................................................. 10-33

Chapter 11: AUXILIARY SCANNER

Connecting an Auxiliary Scanner .............................................................................................. 11-1

Programming the Auxiliary Scanner ......................................................................................... 11-1

Downloading Firmware ....................................................................................................... 11-1

12VDC Power Requirement ..................................................................................................... 11-2

Using Auxiliary Scanners .......................................................................................................... 11-2

Using a Zebra Scanner as an Auxiliary Scanner ................................................................ 11-2

Using a Zebra Scanner That Does Not Support RSM Commands as an Auxiliary Scanner 11-2

Using a Non-Zebra Scanner as an Auxiliary Scanner ........................................................ 11-2

Auxiliary RSM Communication Bar Codes ......................................................................... 11-3

Chapter 12: SYMBOLOGIES

Introduction ............................................................................................................................... 12-1

Scanning Sequence Examples ................................................................................................. 12-1

Errors While Scanning .............................................................................................................. 12-1

Symbology Parameter Defaults ................................................................................................ 12-2

Enable/Disable All Code Types ................................................................................................ 12-8

UPC/EAN .................................................................................................................................. 12-9

Enable/Disable UPC-A ........................................................................................................ 12-9

Enable/Disable UPC-E ........................................................................................................ 12-10

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Enable/Disable UPC-E1 ..................................................................................................... 12-11

Enable/Disable EAN-8/JAN-8 ............................................................................................ 12-12

Enable/Disable EAN-13/JAN-13 ........................................................................................ 12-13

Enable/Disable Bookland EAN .......................................................................................... 12-14

Bookland ISBN Format ...................................................................................................... 12-15

Decode UPC/EAN/JAN Supplementals ............................................................................. 12-16

User-Programmable Supplementals .................................................................................. 12-24

UPC/EAN/JAN Supplemental Redundancy ....................................................................... 12-25

UPC/EAN/JAN Supplemental AIM ID Format .................................................................... 12-26

UPC Reduced Quiet Zone ................................................................................................. 12-28

Transmit UPC-A Check Digit ............................................................................................. 12-29

Transmit UPC-E Check Digit ............................................................................................. 12-30

Transmit UPC-E1 Check Digit ........................................................................................... 12-31

UPC-A Preamble ............................................................................................................... 12-32

UPC-E Preamble ............................................................................................................... 12-34

UPC-E1 Preamble ............................................................................................................. 12-36

Convert UPC-E to UPC-A .................................................................................................. 12-38

Convert UPC-E1 to UPC-A ................................................................................................ 12-39

EAN-8/JAN-8 Extend ......................................................................................................... 12-40

UCC Coupon Extended Code ............................................................................................ 12-41

Coupon Report ................................................................................................................... 12-42

ISSN EAN .......................................................................................................................... 12-44

Code 128 ................................................................................................................................. 12-45

Enable/Disable Code 128 .................................................................................................. 12-45

Set Lengths for Code 128 .................................................................................................. 12-46

Enable/Disable GS1-128 (formerly UCC/EAN-128) ........................................................... 12-49

Enable/Disable ISBT 128 ................................................................................................... 12-50

ISBT Concatenation ........................................................................................................... 12-51

Check ISBT Table .............................................................................................................. 12-53

ISBT Concatenation Redundancy ...................................................................................... 12-54

Code 128 Reduced Quiet Zone ......................................................................................... 12-55

Code 128 Security Level .................................................................................................... 12-56

Ignore Code 128 <FNC4> .................................................................................................. 12-58

Enable/Disable Code 39 .................................................................................................... 12-59

Enable/Disable Trioptic Code 39 ....................................................................................... 12-60

Convert Code 39 to Code 32 ............................................................................................. 12-61

Code 32 Prefix ................................................................................................................... 12-62

Set Lengths for Code 39 .................................................................................................... 12-63

Code 39 Check Digit Verification ....................................................................................... 12-66

Transmit Code 39 Check Digit ........................................................................................... 12-67

Code 39 Full ASCII Conversion ......................................................................................... 12-68

Code 39 Security Level ...................................................................................................... 12-69

Code 39 Reduced Quiet Zone ........................................................................................... 12-71

Code 93 ................................................................................................................................... 12-72

Enable/Disable Code 93 .................................................................................................... 12-72

Set Lengths for Code 93 .................................................................................................... 12-73

Code 11 ............................................................................................................................. 12-76

Set Lengths for Code 11 .................................................................................................... 12-77

Code 11 Check Digit Verification ....................................................................................... 12-80

Transmit Code 11 Check Digits ......................................................................................... 12-82

Interleaved 2 of 5 (ITF) ............................................................................................................ 12-83

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Enable/Disable Interleaved 2 of 5 ....................................................................................... 12-83

I 2 of 5 Check Digit Verification ........................................................................................... 12-87

Transmit I 2 of 5 Check Digit ............................................................................................... 12-89

Convert I 2 of 5 to EAN-13 .................................................................................................. 12-90

I 2 of 5 Security Level ......................................................................................................... 12-91

I 2 of 5 Reduced Quiet Zone ............................................................................................... 12-93

Discrete 2 of 5 (D 2 of F) ..................................................................................................... 12-94

Set Lengths for Discrete 2 of 5 ........................................................................................... 12-95

Codabar (NW - 7) ..................................................................................................................... 12-98

Enable/Disable Codabar ..................................................................................................... 12-98

Set Lengths for Codabar ..................................................................................................... 12-99

CLSI Editing ........................................................................................................................ 12-102

NOTIS Editing ..................................................................................................................... 12-103

Codabar Upper or Lower Case Start/Stop Characters Detection ....................................... 12-104

MSI ........................................................................................................................................... 12-105

Enable/Disable MSI ............................................................................................................ 12-105

Set Lengths for MSI ............................................................................................................ 12-106

MSI Check Digits ................................................................................................................ 12-109

Transmit MSI Check Digit(s) ............................................................................................... 12-110

MSI Check Digit Algorithm .................................................................................................. 12-111

Chinese 2 of 5 ........................................................................................................................... 12-112

Enable/Disable Chinese 2 of 5 ............................................................................................ 12-112

Matrix 2 of 5 .............................................................................................................................. 12-113

Enable/Disable Matrix 2 of 5 ............................................................................................... 12-113

Set Lengths for Matrix 2 of 5 ............................................................................................... 12-114

Matrix 2 of 5 Check Digit ..................................................................................................... 12-116

Transmit Matrix 2 of 5 Check Digit ...................................................................................... 12-117

Korean 3 of 5 ............................................................................................................................ 12-118

Enable/Disable Korean 3 of 5 ............................................................................................. 12-118

Inverse 1D ................................................................................................................................ 12-119

Postal Codes ............................................................................................................................ 12-121

US Postnet .......................................................................................................................... 12-121

US Planet ............................................................................................................................ 12-122

Transmit US Postal Check Digit .......................................................................................... 12-123

UK Postal ............................................................................................................................ 12-124

Transmit UK Postal Check Digit .......................................................................................... 12-125

Japan Post .......................................................................................................................... 12-126

Australia Post ...................................................................................................................... 12-127

Australia Post Format ......................................................................................................... 12-128

Netherlands KIX Code ....................................................................................................... 12-130

USPS 4CB/One Code/Intelligent Mail ................................................................................. 12-131

UPU FICS Postal ................................................................................................................ 12-132

Inverse 1D ................................................................................................................................ 12-133

GS1 DataBar ............................................................................................................................ 12-135

GS1 DataBar Limited .......................................................................................................... 12-136

GS1 DataBar Expanded ..................................................................................................... 12-137

GS1 DataBar Limited Security Level .................................................................................. 12-138

Convert GS1 DataBar to UPC/EAN .................................................................................... 12-140

Composite ................................................................................................................................. 12-141

Composite CC-C ................................................................................................................. 12-141

Composite CC-A/B .............................................................................................................. 12-142

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Composite TLC-39 ............................................................................................................. 12-143

UPC Composite Mode ....................................................................................................... 12-144

Composite Beep Mode ...................................................................................................... 12-146

GS1-128 Emulation Mode for UCC/EAN Composite Codes .............................................. 12-148

2D Symbologies ....................................................................................................................... 12-149

Enable/Disable PDF417 ..................................................................................................... 12-149

Enable/Disable MicroPDF417 ............................................................................................ 12-150

Code 128 Emulation .......................................................................................................... 12-151

Data Matrix ......................................................................................................................... 12-152

Data Matrix Inverse ............................................................................................................ 12-153

GS1 Data Matrix ................................................................................................................ 12-155

Decode Mirror Images (Data Matrix Only) ......................................................................... 12-156

Maxicode ............................................................................................................................ 12-158

QR Code ............................................................................................................................ 12-159

QR Inverse ......................................................................................................................... 12-160

GS1 QR ............................................................................................................................. 12-162

MicroQR ............................................................................................................................. 12-163

Aztec .................................................................................................................................. 12-164

Aztec Inverse ..................................................................................................................... 12-165

Han Xin .............................................................................................................................. 12-167

Han Xin Inverse ................................................................................................................. 12-168

Redundancy Level ................................................................................................................... 12-170

Redundancy Level 1 .......................................................................................................... 12-170

Redundancy Level 2 .......................................................................................................... 12-170

Redundancy Level 3 .......................................................................................................... 12-170

Redundancy Level 4 .......................................................................................................... 12-171

Security Level .......................................................................................................................... 12-173

Intercharacter Gap Size ..................................................................................................... 12-175

1D Quiet Zone Level .......................................................................................................... 12-176

Macro PDF Features ................................................................................................................ 12-178

Flush Macro Buffer ............................................................................................................. 12-178

Abort Macro PDF Entry ...................................................................................................... 12-179

Chapter 13: OCR PROGRAMMING

Introduction .............................................................................................................................. 13-1

OCR Parameter Defaults ......................................................................................................... 13-2

OCR Programming Parameters ............................................................................................... 13-3

Enable/Disable OCR-A ...................................................................................................... 13-3

OCR-A Variant ................................................................................................................... 13-4

Enable/Disable OCR-B ...................................................................................................... 13-7

OCR-B Variant ................................................................................................................... 13-8

Enable/Disable MICR E13B ............................................................................................... 13-15

Enable/Disable US Currency Serial Number ..................................................................... 13-16

OCR Orientation ................................................................................................................ 13-17

OCR Lines ......................................................................................................................... 13-20

OCR Minimum Characters ................................................................................................. 13-22

OCR Maximum Characters ................................................................................................ 13-22

OCR Subset ....................................................................................................................... 13-23

OCR Reduced Quiet Zone ................................................................................................. 13-24

OCR Template ................................................................................................................... 13-25

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Required Digit (9) .......................................................................................................... 13-26

Required Alpha (A) ....................................................................................................... 13-26

Optional Alphanumeric (1) ............................................................................................ 13-27

Optional Alpha (2) ......................................................................................................... 13-27

Alpha or Digit (3) ........................................................................................................... 13-28

Any Including Space & Reject (4) ................................................................................. 13-28

Any except Space & Reject (5) ..................................................................................... 13-29

Optional Digit (7) ........................................................................................................... 13-29

Digit or Fill (8) ................................................................................................................ 13-30

Alpha or Fill (F) ............................................................................................................. 13-30

Optional Space ( ) ......................................................................................................... 13-31

Optional Small Special (.) ............................................................................................. 13-31

Other Template Operators ............................................................................................ 13-32

Literal String (" and +) ........................................................................................................ 13-32

New Line (E) ...................................................................................................................... 13-33

String Extract (C) ............................................................................................................... 13-33

Ignore to End of Field (D) ................................................................................................... 13-34

Skip Until (P1) .................................................................................................................... 13-34

Skip Until Not (P0) ............................................................................................................. 13-35

Repeat Previous (R) ..................................................................................................... 13-36

Scroll Until Match (S) ......................................................................................................... 13-37

Multiple Templates ........................................................................................................ 13-37

Template Examples ...................................................................................................... 13-37

OCR Check Digit Modulus .................................................................................................. 13-38

OCR Check Digit Multiplier ................................................................................................. 13-39

OCR Check Digit Validation ................................................................................................ 13-40

None ............................................................................................................................. 13-40

Product Add Left to Right .............................................................................................. 13-40

Product Add Right to Left .............................................................................................. 13-41

Digit Add Left to Right ................................................................................................... 13-41

Digit Add Right to Left ................................................................................................... 13-42

Product Add Right to Left Simple Remainder ............................................................... 13-42

Digit Add Right To Left Simple Remainder ................................................................... 13-43

Health Industry - HIBCC43 ........................................................................................... 13-43

Inverse OCR ....................................................................................................................... 13-44

Chapter 14: 123SCAN2

Introduction ............................................................................................................................... 14-1

Communication with 123Scan2 ................................................................................................ 14-1

123Scan2 Requirements .......................................................................................................... 14-2

Scanner SDK, Other Software Tools, and Videos .................................................................... 14-2

Chapter 15: ADVANCED DATA FORMATTING

Introduction ............................................................................................................................... 15-1

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Appendix A: STANDARD DEFAULT PARAMETERS

Appendix B: COUNTRY CODES

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

USB and Keyboard Wedge Country Keyboard Types (Country Codes) .................................. B-2

Appendix C: COUNTRY CODE PAGES

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

Country Code Page Defaults ................................................................................................... C-2

Country Code Page Bar Codes ............................................................................................... C-6

Appendix D: CJK DECODE CONTROL

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

CJK Control Parameters .......................................................................................................... D-2

Unicode Output Control ..................................................................................................... D-2

CJK Output Method to Windows Host ............................................................................... D-3

Non-CJK UTF Bar Code Output ........................................................................................ D-8

Country Keyboard Type Missing Characters ............................................................... D-9

Unicode/CJK Decode Setup with Windows Host ..................................................................... D-10

Setting Up the Windows Registry Table for Unicode Universal Output ............................. D-10

Adding CJK IME on Windows ............................................................................................ D-10

Selecting the Simplified Chinese Input Method on the Host .............................................. D-11

Selecting the Traditional Chinese Input Method on the Host ............................................. D-12

Appendix E: PROGRAMMING REFERENCE

Symbol Code Identifiers ........................................................................................................... E-1

AIM Code Identifiers ................................................................................................................ E-3

Appendix F: SAMPLE BAR CODES

Code 39 ................................................................................................................................... F-1

UPC/EAN ................................................................................................................................. F-1

UPC-A, 100% ..................................................................................................................... F-1

EAN-13, 100% ................................................................................................................... F-2

Code 128 ................................................................................................................................. F-2

Interleaved 2 of 5 ..................................................................................................................... F-2

GS1 DataBar-14 ...................................................................................................................... F-3

PDF417 .................................................................................................................................... F-3

Data Matrix ............................................................................................................................... F-3

Maxicode .................................................................................................................................. F-3

QR Code .................................................................................................................................. F-4

Han Xin .................................................................................................................................... F-4

US Postnet ............................................................................................................................... F-4

UK Postal ................................................................................................................................. F-4

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Appendix G: NUMERIC BAR CODES

Numeric Bar Codes .................................................................................................................. G-1

0 .......................................................................................................................................... G-1

1 .......................................................................................................................................... G-1

2 .......................................................................................................................................... G-2

3 .......................................................................................................................................... G-3

4 .......................................................................................................................................... G-4

5 .......................................................................................................................................... G-5

6 .......................................................................................................................................... G-6

7 .......................................................................................................................................... G-7

8 .......................................................................................................................................... G-8

9 .......................................................................................................................................... G-9

Cancel ....................................................................................................................................... G-10

Appendix H: SIGNATURE CAPTURE CODE

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

Code Structure .......................................................................................................................... H-1

Signature Capture Area ...................................................................................................... H-1

CapCode Pattern Structure ................................................................................................. H-2

Start / Stop Patterns ................................................................................................................. H-2

Dimensions ............................................................................................................................... H-3

Data Format .............................................................................................................................. H-3

Additional Capabilities .............................................................................................................. H-4

Signature Boxes ....................................................................................................................... H-4

Appendix I: NON-PARAMETER ATTRIBUTES

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

Attributes ................................................................................................................................... I-1

Model Number .................................................................................................................... I-1

Serial Number ..................................................................................................................... I-1

Date of Manufacture ........................................................................................................... I-2

Date of First Programming .................................................................................................. I-2

Configuration Filename ....................................................................................................... I-2

Beep/LED ............................................................................................................................ I-3

Parameter Defaults ............................................................................................................. I-4

Beep on Next Bootup .......................................................................................................... I-4

Reboot ................................................................................................................................ I-4

Host Trigger Session .......................................................................................................... I-4

Firmware Version ................................................................................................................ I-5

Imagekit Version ................................................................................................................. I-5

Index

ABOUT THIS GUIDE

Introduction

The DS7708 2D Vertical Slot Scanner Product Reference Guide provides general instructions for setting up,
operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting the scanner.

Scanner Configurations

Table Table v-1 lists the configurations of the DS7708 2D Vertical Slot Scanner.

Table v-1

DS7708-SR00004ZCWW Vertical Presentation Area Imager, Standard Range, Corded, Midnight Black, Checkpoint

DS7708 2D Vertical Slot Scanner Configurations

Part Number Description

EAS

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Accessories

Table a lists the accessories available for the DS7708 2D Vertical Slot Scanner.

Table a.

Table b.

Mounting Accessories

Part Number Description

11-TM0077-04 T able Mount Bracket - DS7708 (Midnight Black). Allows the scanner to be

fixed to the table top with a double sided tape or screws.

11-WM0077-04

Power Supplies

Part Number Description

PWRS-14000-253R Power Supply, 100 - 220VAC, Output 5V - US/CA/MX/JP/TW
PWRS-14000-255R Power Supply, 100 - 220VAC, Output 5V - Brazil Korea
PWRS-14000-256R Power Supply, 100 - 220VAC, Output 5V - EU/UK
PWRS-14000-257R Power Supply, 100 - 220VAC, Output 5V - CH
PWRS-14000-258R Power Supply, 100 - 220VAC, Output 5V - HK/AU
PWRS-14000-148R Power Supply, 100 - 220VAC, Output 12V - Worldwide

Wall Mount Bracket Kit - DS7708 (Midnight Black). Allows the scanner
to be fixed to the wall using screws.

PWRS-14000-148C Power Supply, 100 - 240VAC, Output 12V - Worldwide

Note: This power supply is req

Table c.

USB Cables

Part Number Description

CBA-U21-S07ZAR USB Cable (Shielded Series A Connector, 7ft. Straight)
CBA-U23-S07ZAR USB Cable (Shielded Power Plus Connector, 7ft. Straight)
CBA-U28-C15ZAR USB Cable (Shielded Power Plus Connector, 15ft. Coiled)
CBA-U29-C15ZAR USB Cable (Shielded Series A Connector, 15ft. Coiled)
CBA-U30-S15ZAR USB Cable (Shielded Series A Connector, 15ft. Straight)
CBA-U32-C09ZAR USB Cable (Shielded Series A Connector, 9ft. Coiled)
CBA-U34-C09ZAR USB Cable (Shielded Power Plus Connector, 9ft. Coiled)
CBA-U35-S15ZAR USB Cable (Shielded Power Plus Connector, 15ft. Straight)
CBA-U42-S07PAR USB Cable (Shielded Series A Connector, 7ft. Straight), 12V

For the DS7708 with an auxiliary scanner the PWRS-14000-148R
power is r

equired.

uired for Keyboard Wedge only.

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Table c.

Table d.

USB Cables (Continued)

Part Number Description

CBA-U44-S15PAR USB Cable (Shielded Series A Connector, 15ft. Straight), 12V

For the DS7708 with an auxiliary scanner the PWRS-14000-148R
power supp

CBA-U43-S07ZAR USB Cable (Shielded Power Plus Connector, 7ft. Straight), 12V

For the DS7708 with an auxiliary scanner, 12Volt

CBA-U45-S15ZAR USB Cable (Shielded Power Plus Connector

For the DS7708 with an auxiliary scanner, 12Volt

RS-232 Cables

Part Number Description

CBA-R01-S07PAR RS-232 Cable (DB9 Female, TxD on 2, 7 ft. Straight)
CBA-R03-C12PAR RS-232 Cable (DB9 Female, TxD on 2, 12ft. Coiled)
CBA-R08-S07ZAR RS-232 (Nixdorf Beetle- 5V Direct Power) Cable (7ft. St

ly is required.

s from host.

, 15ft. Straight), 12V

s from host.

raight)
CBA-R10-S07ZAR RS-232 (Nixdorf Beetle- Direct Power) Cable (7ft. St
CBA-R16-S07ZAR RS-232 (IBM Sure One) Cable (DB15 TxD on 2, 7ft Straight)
CBA-R20-S07PAR RS-232 (Olivetti - ORS500) Cable (7ft straight)
CBA-R23-S07ZAR RS-232 (Fujitsu Team POS 500 ICL) Cable (7ft straight)
CBA-R27-S07ZAR RS-232 (NCR 7452 DYNAKEY) Cable (7ft. S
CBA-R28-C09ZAR RS-232 (VeriFone Ruby) Cable (9ft, Coiled)
CBA-R29-C12ZAR RS-232 (NCR 7452 DYNAKEY) Cable (12ft. Coiled)
CBA-R31-C09ZAR RS-232 (NCR 7448) Cable (9ft. Coiled)
CBA-R32-S07PAR RS-232 (True TTL, DB9 Female, TxD on 2, 7ft. Straight)
CBA-R36-C09ZAR RS-232 (DB9F PWR Pin 9, 9ft coiled)
CBA-R38-C09ZAR RS-232 (DB25F PWR Pin 12, 9ft coiled)
CBA-R40-C09SAR RS-232 (Split DB9F & PWR line, 9ft coiled)
CBA-R41-S12ZAR RS-232 (Nixdorf Beetle- Direct Power) Cabl
CBA-R21-S15PAR RS-232 Cable (DB9 Female, TxD on 2, 15 ft. Straight), 12V

For the DS7708 with an auxiliary scanner the PWRS-14000-148R
power supp

ly is required.

traight)

e (12ft. Straight)

raight)

CBA-R07-S07PAR RS-232 Cable (DB9 Female, TxD on 2, 7 ft. Straight), 12V

For the DS7708 with an auxiliary scanner the PWRS-14000-148R
power supp

ly is required.

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Table e.

Table f.

Keyboard Wedge Cables

Part Number Description

CBA-K61-S07PAR Keyboard Wedge PS/2 Auto-Detect (7ft. Power Port, Straight), 5V
CBA-K63-S07PAR Keyboard Wedge PS/2 Auto-Detect (7ft. Power Port, Straight), 12V

For the DS7708 with an auxiliary scanner the PWRS-14000-148R
power su

CBA-K65-S15PAR Keyboard Wedge PS/2 Auto-Detect (15ft. Power Port, Straight), 5V

IBM Cables

Part Number Description

CBA-M61-S07ZAR IBM 468x/9x (Port 9B) Auto-Detect (7ft. Straight)
CBA-M64-S07ZAR IBM 468x/9x (Port 5) Auto-Detect (7ft. Straight)
CBA-M65-S07ZAR IBM 468x/9x (Port 9B) Auto-Detect (7 ft. Straight), 12V

For the DS7708 with an auxiliary scanner, 12Volt

CBA-M66-S15ZAR IBM 468x/9x (Port 9B) Auto-Detect (15ft. Straight), 12V

pply is required.

s from host.

Chapter Descriptions

Following are brief descriptions of each chapter in this guide.

•

Chapter 1, GETTING STARTED provides a product overview and unpacking instructions.

•

Chapter 2, DA TA CAPTURE describes parts of the scanner , bee per and LED definition s, and how to use

the scanner.

•

Chapter 3, MAINTENANCE, TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS, MOUNTING TEMPLATES provides

information on how to care for the scanner, troubleshooting, technical specifications and mounting
templates to assist in

•

Chapter 4, USER PREFERENCES & MISCELLANEOUS OPTIONS provides the pr og ra m m i ng bar

codes necessary for selecting user preference features and commonly used bar codes to customize how
data is transmitted

•

Chapter 5, IMAGING PREFERENCES provides the programming bar codes necessary for selecting user

preference features for the scanner.

•

Chapter 6, USB INTERFACE provides information fo r set tin g up the scan ne r fo r USB op er at ion .

•

Chapter 7, RS-232 INTERFACE provides information for setting up the scanner for RS-232 operation.

For the DS7708 with an auxiliary scanner, 12Volt

proper placement of the scanner when attaching it to a surface.

to the host device.

s from host.

•

Chapter 8, IBM 468X/469X INTERFACE provides information for setting up the scanner with IBM

468X/469X POS systems.

•

Chapter 9, KEYBOARD WEDGE INTERFACE provides information for setting up the scanner for

Keyboard Wedge operation.

About This Guide ix

•

Chapter 10, SSI INTERFACE describes the system requirements of the Simple Serial Interface (SSI),

which provides a communications link between Zebra decoders.

•

Chapter 11, AUXILIARY SCANNER provides information for setting up the optional auxiliary scanner.

•

Chapter 12, SYMBOLOGIES describes all symbology features and provides the programming bar codes

necessary for selecting these features for the scanner.

•

Chapter 13, OCR PROGRAMMING describes how to set up the scanner for OCR programming.

•

Chapter 14, 123SCAN2 describes this PC based scanner configuration tool.

•

Chapter 15, ADVANCED DA TA FORMATTING is a means of customizing data before transmission to the

host device. This chapter provides the name and location of the Advanced
Guide.

•

Appendix A, STANDARD DEFAULT PARAMETERS provides a table of all host devices and

miscellaneous scanner defaults.

•

Appendix B, COUNTRY CODES provides instructions for programming the keyboard to interface with a

USB, or Keyboard Wedge host.

•

Appendix C, COUNTRY CODE PAGES provides bar codes for selecting co de pages for th e cou n try

keyboard type selected in Appendix B, COUNTRY

CODES.

Data Formatting Programmer

•

Appendix D, CJK DECODE CONTROL describes control parameters for CJK (Chinese, Japanese,

Korean) bar code decode through USB HID Keyboard Emulation mode.

•

Appendix E, PROGRAMMING REFERENCE provides a table of AIM code identifiers, ASCII character

conversions, and keyboard maps.

•

Appendix F, SAMPLE BAR CODES includes sample bar codes.

•

Appendix G, NUMERIC BAR CODES includes the numeric bar codes to scan for parameters requiring

specific numeric values.

•

Appendix H, SIGNATURE CAPTURE CODE includes information about signature capture codes and

patterns that enclose a signature area on a document allowing a scanner to capture a signature.

•

Appendix I, NON-PARAMETER ATTRIBUTES includes non parameter attributes.

Notational Conventions

This document uses these conventions:

•

“User” refers to anyone operating the device.

•

“Device” refers to the scanner.

•

Italics are used to highlight specific items in the general text, and to identify chap ters and sectio ns in this
and related documents. It also identifies names of windows, menus, menu items, and fields within
windows.

•

Bold identifies buttons, and switches to be tapped or clicked, and bar code names.

•

Bullets (•) indicate:

• lists of alternatives or action items.

• lists

of required steps that are not necessarily sequential.

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*Baud Rate 9600

Feature/Option

* Indicates Default

•

Numbered lists indicate a set of sequential steps, i.e., those that describe step-by-step procedur es.

NOTE This symbol indicates something of special interest to the reader. Failure to read the note will not result in

physical harm to the bar code reader, equipment or data.

IMPORTANT This symbol indicates something of importance to the reader. Failure to read the note may impair

the equipment or data.

CAUTION This symbol indicates th at if this information is ignored, th e possibility of data or material damage

may occur.

WARNING! This symbol indicates that if this information is ignored the possibility that serious

personal injury may occur.

•

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

settings.

Related Publications

Following is a list of documents that provide additional information about configuring the DS7708:

•

DS7708 2D Vertical Slot Scanner Quick Reference Guide, p/n MN001063Axx.

For the latest version of this guide and all guides, go to: htt

Service Information

If you have a problem using the equipment, contact your facility's technical or systems support. If there is a
problem with the equipment, they will contact the Zebra Technologies Support Center at:

http://www.zebra.com/support.

When contacting Zebra Technologies support, please have the following information available:

•

Serial number of the unit

•

Model number or product name

•

Software type and version number

Zebra Technologies responds to calls by e-mail, telephone or fax with
agreements.

If your problem cannot be solved by Zebra Technologies support, you may need to return your equipment for
servicing an
during shipment if the approved shipping cont ainer is not used. Shipp ing the units impr operly can possibly void
the warranty.

d will be given specific directions. Zebra Technologies is not responsible for any damages incurred

p://www.zebra.com/support.

in the time limits set forth in service

About This Guide xi

If you purchased your business product from a Zebra Technologies business partner, please contact that
business partner for support.

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CHAPTER 1 GETTING STARTED

Introduction

The DS7708 2D Vertical Slot Scanner provides intuitive, hands-free scanning. The scanner reads all retail
symbologies and has multi-interface capability to interface to all popular POS devices. The scanner can be
mounted to a table top or vertical surface such as a wall using optional mounting accessories.

Unpacking the Scanner

Remove the scanner from its packing and inspe ct it for damage. The following items are included in the
package:

•

Scanner

•

DS7708 2D Vertical Slot Scanner Quick Reference Guide (p/n MN001063Axx).

If any items are missing or damaged, call the Zebra Technologies Support Center. See page x for contact
information. KEEP THE PACKING.
necessary to return the equipment for servicing.

It is the approved shipping container and should be used if it is ever

Protective Cover

Before using the scanner peel off the protective cover from the scan window.

Figure 1-1

Peeling Off Protective Covering

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Speaker

Volume/Tone Control Button

LED

Scan Window

Host Port

Auxiliary Scanner Port

EAS Leads

Cable Routing Channels

Mounting Bracket

Slot

Mounting Bracket

Slot

Screw Hole for Wall

Mount Stability

Rubber Feet

Cable Retaining Slots

Features

Figure 1-2

Figure 1-3

DS7708 Views - Front and Back

DS7708 Views - Bottom and With and With out Cables

GETTING STARTED 1 - 3

Table Top Mount - Using Tape or Screws

(screws not Included)

Wall Mount

Figure 1-4

DS7708 Mounting Accessories

NOTE The recommended method of table top installation is attaching the scanner to the table top using the

double-sided tape provided. See Mounting the Scanner (Optional Hardware Required) on page 1-8.

The DS7708 Vertical 2 D Slot Scanner supports the following interfaces:

NOTE The DS7708 automatically adapts to the host to which it is connected.

•

USB connection to a host. The scanner defaults to the HID keyboard interface typ e. To select other USB
interface types, scan programming bar code menus or use the Windows-based programming tool
123Scan². International keyboards are supporte d. See Appendix B, COUNTRY CODES to program the
keyboard to interface with a USB host.

•

TTL-level RS-232 connection to a host. The scanner defaults to the standard RS-232 interface type.
Modify communication between the scanner and the host either by scanning ba r code menus or using
the Windows-based programming tool 123Scan².

•

Connection to IBM 468X/469X hosts. User selection is required to configure this interface. Modify
communication between the scanner and the IBM terminal either by scanning bar code menus or using
the Windows-based programming tool 123Scan².

•

Keyboard Wedge connection to a host. Th e scanner de fault s to the

IBM A T Noteboo k

interface type. The

host interprets scanned data as keystrokes. International keyboards are supported. See Appendix B,

COUNTRY CODES to program the keyboard to interface with a Keyboard Wedge host.

•

SSI communications link between the scanner and a serial host. It provides the means for the host to
control the scanner .

1 - 4 DS7708 2D Vertical Slot Scanner Product Reference Guide

Setting Up the Scanner

Power Options

The DS7708 does not have an on/off switch. It is powered via the host through the host cable and is ready to
scan when connected to a host.

•

When an auxiliary scanner is not connected: If an auxiliary scanner is not connected, the DS7708
requires 5VDC from the host. If the host cannot provide 5VDC, or cannot provide sufficient power (for
example, RS-232 or Keyboard Wedge hosts) then an external 5VDC power supply is required.

•

When an auxiliary scanner is connected: If an auxiliary scanner is connected, the DS7708 requires
12VDC from the host. If t he host ca nnot pr ovide 12VDC, or cannot p rovide suf ficient power (fo r example,
USB Series A type connector, or RS-232) then a cable with a 12VDC power port and external 12VDC
power supply is required.

When the scanner receives power, the green LED lights and three short high beeps sound, indicating that the
scanner is op

Ports

erational.

Host Port. A 10-pin RS-45 type connector is provided to connect various host interface cables.
Auxiliary (Hand-held) Scanner Port. A Series A typ

s c a n n e r, s u c h a s t h e D S 4 3 0 8 . The auxiliary scanner’s host interface is automatically set to match the
DS7708 host interface.

NOTE For detailed connection information, see the applicable host interface chapter.

e USB connector is provided to connect an auxiliary

Connecting the Host and/or Auxiliary Scanner Cable

Different hosts require different cables. The connectors illustrated in each host chapter are examples only.
Connectors may be different from those illustrated, but the steps to connect the scanner are the same. See
each individual host interface chapter for interface specific connections.

The back cover must be removed prior to connecting cables (see Removing and Re placing the Back Co ver on

page 1-5).

GETTING STARTED 1 - 5

Press

Host Port

Auxiliary

Port

Removing and Replacing the Back Cover

NOTE For instructions on host and auxiliary scanner cable connections, see the applicable host interface

chapter.

Removing the Back Cover

To remove th e ba ck co ve r, lightly press on the indentations at the top of the cover, slide downward until it
becomes free, and lift up off the scanner.

Figure 1-5

Removing the Back Cover

Installing the Cable(s)

Insert the host cable into the RJ-45 connector on the back right of the scanner. Insert auxiliary scanner cable
(optional) into the USB connector on the back left of the scanner. Replace the back cover (see Replacing the

Back Cover on page 1-6)

Figure 1-6

Installing Cables

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2. Press

1. Slide Out of
Retaining

Slots

Cable Routing Channels

Removing the Back Cover with Cables Installed

To remove the back cover with cables installed, slide the cable(s) out of the cable retaining slots to en sure they
can move freely, lightly press on the indentations at the top of the cover, slide downward until it becomes free,
and lift up off the scanner.

Figure 1-7

Removing the Back Cover with Cables Installed

Replacing the Back Cover

The back cover has three channels to route the outgoing cables so that they are organized and do not hinder
the scanner’s placement. Place the back cover on the back of the scanner and ensure the cables are
positioned appropriately to be routed through one or more of the cable routing channels. Route the cables
through the nearest channel.

Press the cover and slide upwards until it snaps into place.

Figure 1-8

Replacing the Back Cover

Configuring the Scanner

To configure the scanner, use the bar codes in this manual, or use the 123Scan² configuration program (see

Chapter 14, 123SCAN2).

The scanner supports RS-232, IBM 468X/469X, Keyboard Wedge,
Each host-specific chapter describes how to set up each of these connections.

and USB to interface with a host system.

Synchronization of Settings

Host Requested Setting Changes

GETTING STARTED 1 - 7

The IBM 4683, IBM Hand-held, and USB hosts can change a limited set of the scanner's settings. The
123Scan²
the host requests are processed by both the DS7708 and the auxiliary scanner. Only a limited set of auxiliary
scanner settings are updated, including code type enable/disable, code type lengths, beeper settings,
redundancy, and security level settings.

For example, if the IBM 4683 host requests to disable the Cod
both the DS7708 and the auxiliary scanner.

host maintains all the scanner settings. When an auxiliary scanner is connected, all setting changes

e 39 symbolo

gy, then Code 39 is disabled on

Bar Code Menu Symbols Scanned on the DS7708

A limited set of bar code menu symbols scanned on the DS7708 are synchronized with the auxiliary scanner (if
attached). These settings are code type enable/disable, code type lengths, beeper settings, redundancy, and
security level settings.

Bar Code Menu Symbols Scanned on the Hand-held Scanner

By default, the auxiliary scanner can program the DS7708 settings (primary only mode).
The auxiliary programming mode setting All Scanners Mode allows

and the DS7708 simultaneously. In this mode, scanning Set Defaults returns the DS7708 to the default mode.
Another setting isolates the auxiliary scanner so that the

auxiliary scanner. To return to the default functionality change the setting on the DS7708 directly.
Regardless of the auxiliary scanner mode, all parameter changes

menu settings on the DS7708 are synchronized on the auxiliary scanner for applicable settings.

bar code menu symbols scanned apply only to the

programming both the auxiliary scanner

requested by the host and via bar code

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Mounting Bracket Slots

Plastic Tabs

Mounting Bracket

2

1

3

Mounting the Scanner (Optional Hardware Required)

NOTE The scanner should not be installed behind an additional protec tive window; this would create blind

decode zones in the imaging field of view.

The DS7708 is designed to sit on top of a table, but optional mounting kits are available to mount the DS7708
to a table top or a wall. The mounting bracket slots in the bottom of the scanner accept the various mounting
brackets.

Figure 1-9

Mounting Overview

Mounting the Scanner to the Table Top

Mounting the Scanner to a Table Top with Double-sided Tape

The recommended method of installation is attaching the scanner to the table top using the double-sided tape
provided. Determine the location for installing the scanner; attach the scanner to the mounting bracket; peel off
the paper on the two strips of double-sided tape; position the bracket; and press do wn onto the table surface.

Mounting the Scanner to a Table Top with Screws

Figure 1-10

Table Top Mounting Diagram

GETTING STARTED 1 - 9

2

1

4

5

3

1. See Removing and Replacing the Back Cover on page 1-5 to connect all interface and power cables to the

scanner. Ensure the back cover is replaced and the cables are routed appropriately.

2. Determine the location for installing the scanner.

3. Figure 1-10 - 1: Mount the table bracket with three screws (not included).

4. Figure 1-10 - 2: Invert the scanner slightly and align the mounting slots over the plastic t abs on the bracket.

5. Figure 1-10 - 3: Insert the plastic tabs into the mounting slots on the scanner, and slide the scanner back

until it clicks into place.

Mounting the Scanner to a Wall

Figure 1-11

Figure 1-12

1. Follow the steps in Removing and Replacing the Back Cover on page 1-5 to connect all interface and

power cables to the scanner. Ensure the back cover is replaced and the cables are routed appropriately.

2. Determine the location for installing the scanner.

Wall Mounting Diagram - Mounting the Bracket

Wall Mounting Diagram - Mounting the Scanner o n Bracket

3. Use the Wall Mount Template on page 1-12 as a guide to mark the four mounting holes.

4. Figure 1-11 - 1: Insert the back metal bracket under the plastic hook in the base plate and set in place so

that the thumb screw holes align.

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5. Place the mounting bracket in position over the drilled holes with its flat surface facing the mounting

surface.

6. Figure 1-11 - 2: Insert four screws (provided) through the holes and fasten to the mounting surface.

7. Figure 1-12 - 3: Invert the scanner slightly and align the mounting slots over the plasti c t abs on the bra cket.

8. Figure 1-12 - 4: Insert the plastic tabs into the mounting slots on the scanner, and slide the scanner back

until it clicks into place.

9. Figure 1-12 - 5: To secure the scanner in the bracket, insert the thumb screw (provided) through the hole in

the bottom of the bracket and fasten to the scanner bottom.

Removing the Scanner from the Mounting Bracket

To remove the scanner:

1. Grasp the scanner firmly on both sides.

2. Slide the scanner forward and lift out.

Operating the Scanner

Indicator Lights

The scanner includes an array of three bi-color (green/red) LEDs to display system status and alerts. Center
LED conditions: Off, Dim, Full; Outer LED conditions: Off, Full.

Adjusting Speaker Volume

To change the volume of the beep, scan the a bar code in the section Beeper Volume on p age 4-11, or use the
two-function Volume/Tone

GETTING STARTED 1 - 11

button on the front of the scanner (see Figure 1-2 on page 1-2).

Press and release the Volume/Tone
low).

button repeatedly until the desired volume level sounds (high, medium or

Adjusting Speaker Tone

To change the tone of the beep, scan the a bar code in the section Beeper Tone on page 4-8, or use the
two-function Volume/Tone

Press and hold the Volume/Tone
until the desired tone sounds (high, medium, low or medium to high tone).

NOTE If the decode tone is set to Off, the Volume/Tone button cannot be used to change the decode tone. To allow

the tone change using the Volume/Tone button, scan a tone other than Off.
If the Volume/Tone Button Control parameter is set to Disable Volu me and Tone Change, the

Volume/Tone button on the scanner cannot be used to change the volume and tone of the beeps.

button on the front of the scanner (see Figure 1-2 on page 1-2).

button for three seconds to change to a different tone. Repeat this process

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2.36 in. (60.00 mm)

1.38 in. (35.00 mm)

Wall Mount Template

To use this template:

1. Print the actual size of this page. Do not scale.

2. Determine the location for installing the scanner.

3. Tape the template to the wall.

4. Drill the four holes using the template.

5. Place the mounting bracket in position over the drilled holes with its flat surface facing the mounting

surface.

6. Insert four screws (provided) through the holes and fasten to the mounting surface.

Figure 1-13

Wall Mount Template

Table Mount Template

The recommended method of installation is attaching the scanner to the table top using the double-sided tape
provided on the bottom of the bracket. If you wish to mount the bracket to the table top with screws use the
template provided in Figure 1-14.

To use this template:

1. Print the actual size of this page. Do not scale.

2. Determine the location for installing the scanner.

3. Tape the template to the table.

4. Drill the three holes using the template.

5. Place the mounting bracket in position over the drilled holes with the Symbol logo facing up.

6. Insert three screws (not provided) through the holes and fasten to the table surface .

GETTING STARTED 1 - 13

Figure 1-14

2.16 in. (54.88 mm)

4.26 in. (108.20 mm)

Table Mount Template

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CHAPTER 2 DATA CAPTURE

Overview

This chapter covers the techniques involved in scanning bar codes, beeper and LED definitions, and general
instructions and tips about scanning. See Chapter 1, GETTING STARTED for information on scanner
components. See each host chapter for information about connec
necessary.

ting host cables and power supplies, when

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To scan a bar code:

1. Ensure all cable connections are secure.

2. Orient the item with the bar code facing the

scanner window.

3. Present the item anywhere within the active scan

area.

4. Upon successful decode, the scanner beeps and

the green LED flashes momentarily.

Scanning Bar Codes on Products

Install and program the scanner.
For the best scanning performance, the table top or surface ar ea cover

free of any designs (for example, stripes or patterns). Ideally, that area should be a light, solid color.
The DS7708 includes an automatic Object Detection wakeup system th

reduces power consumption. The red Illumination has two power levels mode: Idle Mode for object detection
and Full Illumination for scanning. When any object is presented in front of the window opening, the red
illumination changes from Idle Mode to Full Mode, but automatically returns to Idle Mode when the object is
removed. When the object presented in the Field of View (F OV) includes a bar code, the DS7708 scans the
bar code, and if the bar code is successfully decoded, the illumination LEDs automatically return to Idle Mode
when the object is removed.

The DS7708 is able to adjust the FOV by a reading a co
codes that are in the FOV.

mmand bar code

ed by the active scan area should be

at provides a high swipe speed and

and prevent decoding undesired bar

Active Scan Area

The active scan area is the area in front of the scanner window opening in which a bar code can be decoded.
The dotted area represents the active scan area.

Figure 2-1

Active Scan Area

Decode Ranges

Table 2-1 includes the paper bar code decode ranges for the scanner.

DATA CAPTURE 2 - 3

Table 2-1

Symbol Specifications Typical Ranges (Inches)

Code 39, 5mil 0 - 7.20
UPCA, 10.0mil (80%) 0 - 10.0
UPCA, 13.0mil (100%) 0 - 10.3
PDF417, 4mil 0 - 2.20
PDF417, 5mil 0 - 3.50
PDF417, 6.6mil 0 - 5.20
PDF417, 10 mil 0 - 7.30
PDF417, 15 mil 0 - 9.90
Data Matrix, 10mil 0 - 5.00
Data Matrix, 20mil 0 - 9.50
QR cell phone 23mil 0 - 7.0

Decode Ranges

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User Indicators

Table 2-2 lists beeper and LED indicators.

Beeper Volume/ Beeper Tone

If the decode tone is set to Off, the Volume/Tone button cannot be used to change the decode tone. To allow
the tone change using the Volume/Tone button, scan a tone other than Off.

See Adjusting Speaker Volume on page 1-11 and Adjusting Spea ker Tone on page 1-11 to change the volume
and/or tone of the beep.

LED and Beeper Indicators

The scanner includes an array of three bi-color (green/red) LEDs to display system status and alerts.
Center LED conditions: Off, Full; Outer LED conditions: Off

Table 2-2

Standard Use

Bootup Low, medium, high

Decode (as configured) Center green full on,

Presentation Mode None Center green LED

Transmit Error 4 low beeps Red Transmission error
Convert Error 5 low beeps Red Conversion or Format error
Parity Error Low, low, low, extra

BELL (RS-232) High beep None A <BEL> character is received

Beeper and LED Indicators

Event Beeper Sequence LED Description

Green Power up.

beeps

followed by outer LE
green full on

remains ON

Red RS-232 Receive error

low beep

s

, Full.

Ds

A bar code symbol was decoded.

Present

over RS-232

ation Mode is on.

Image Capture

Snapshot Start Low beep All green, blinking Snapshot mode started.
Snapshot Complete Low beep Green (default) LED

mode based upon
Han

ds-free mode state

Snapshot Timeout High, low beeps Green (default) LED

mode based upon

d-held/Hands-free

Han
mode state

Unless otherwise specified, both red and green LEDs display across all three LED indicators (center and
outer).

Snapshot mode completed.

Snapshot mode timed-out.

DATA CAPTURE 2 - 5

Table 2-2

Parameter Programming

Entry Error Low, high beeps Red Input error: incorrect bar code,

Number Expected High, low beeps Green Number expected. Enter value

Parameter Entered High, low, high, low

ADF Programming

(Refer to the Advanced Data Formatting Programmer Guide, p/n 72E-69680-xx. for ADF bar codes.)
Number Expected High, low beeps Green Enter another digit. Add leading

Alpha Expected Low, low beeps Green Enter another alphabetic

Criteria Action Expected High, high beeps Green blinking ADF criteria or action is

Beeper and LED Indicators (Continued)

Event Beeper Sequence LED Description

programming sequence, or

beeps

Cancel

using numeri

n Successful program exit with

Gree

change in parameter setting.

zeros to the front i

character or scan

Message

expected. Enter a
or action, or scan the
bar code.

scanned.

c bar codes.

bar code.

f necessary.

End of

the

nother criterion

Save Rule

Rule Saved High, low, high, low

beeps

Criteria Action Cleared High, low, low beeps Green All criteria or actions cleared for

Last Rule Deleted Low beep Green Delete last saved rule. The

All Rules Deleted Low, high, high beeps Green All rules are deleted.
Out Of Rule Memory Low, high, low, high

beeps

Cancel Rule Entry Low, high, low beeps Green (turns off blinking) Cancel rule entry. Rule entry

Rule Error Low, high beeps Red Entry error, wrong bar code

Macro PDF

Green (tu

Red Out of ru

rns off blinking) Rule saved. Rule entry mode

exited.

current rule
rule.

current rule is left in ta

existing rules, then try to save
rule again.

mode exited beca
or the user asked to exit rule
entry.

anned, or criter

sc
too long for a rule. Re-enter
criterion or action.

. Continue entering

ct.

le memory. Erase some

use of an error ,

ia/action list is

Unless otherwise specified, both red and green LEDs display across all three LED indicators (center and
outer).

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Table 2-2

Macro PDF Buffered 2 Low beeps None File ID error. A bar code not in

Macro PDF File ID Error 2 Long low beeps None File ID error. A bar code not in

Macro PDF Out Of Memory 3 Long low beeps None Out of memory. There is not

Macro PDF Bad Symbology 4 Long low beeps None Bad symbology. Scanned a 1D or

Macro PDF Flush Buffer 5 Long low beeps None Flushing Macro PDF buffer.
Macro PDF Abort Fast warble beep None Aborting Macro PDF sequence.

Beeper and LED Indicators (Continued)

Event Beeper Sequence LED Description

the current Macro PDF sequence
was scanned.

the current
was scanned.

enough buffer
current Macro PDF symbol .

2D bar code in a Macro PDF

quence, a duplicate Macro

se
PDF label, a label in an incorrect
order, or trying to transmit an
empty or illegal Macro PDF field.

Macro PDF sequence

space to store the

Macro PDF Flush No Data Low, high beeps None Flushing an already empty Macro

F buf

PD

Unless otherwise specified, both red and green LEDs display across all three LED indicators (center and
outer).

fer.

Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS)

The scanner includes an integrated Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS) antenna. The scanner and EAS
system can operate independently of each other. The deactivation range is mapped suitable to the scanning
range, so both can be accomplished almost simultaneously.

A pair of EAS leads in the back of the DS7708 allow the EAS deactivation antenna to be connected to the
Checkpo

Installing

Checkpoint EAS Model Compatibility

The DS7708 is intended for use with Checkpoint CP-VII, CP-IX, and CP-XI systems. It does n ot support CP- IV
and other low-power receiver-based EAS deactivation systems.

Considerations

The Checkpoint CP-VII system generates a periodic burst of electromagnetic energy that deactivates EAS tags
brought near the scanner. To avoid interference with the scanner’s operation, take the following precautions
when installing the EAS system:

int EAS system at the other end.

DATA CAPTURE 2 - 7

•

Position the EAS antenna box as far as possible from the scanner (at least 6 in. / 15.24 cm.)

•

Position the EAS antenna, EAS antenna box, EAS control cable, and EAS controller box as far as
possible from the scanner’s host and power cables.

Checkpoint Contact Information

Contact your local Checkpoint representative to install the EAS cable to the Checkpoint Deactivation System.

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CHAPTER 3 MAINTENANCE, TECHNICAL

SPECIFICATIONS, MOUNTING
TEMPLATES

Introduction

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

Maintenance

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

•

Do not allow abrasive material to touch the window.

•

Remove 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.

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Troubleshooting

NOTE If after performing the checks in Table 3-1 the problem persists, contact the distributor or call the Zebra

Support Center. See Service Information on page x for more information.

Table 3-1

The red LED illumination does not
come on when the directions for
installing the host cable are followed.

The red LED illumination gets brighter
when the bar c
field of view, but bar code cannot be
read.

Troubleshooting

Problem Possible Causes Possible Solutions

ode is presented in the

No power to the scanner. Ensure the host has power, and is

on. If the scanner uses a separate
power supply , ensure it is c onnected
to a working AC outlet.

Power-up sequence is incorrect.

to the Product Reference

Refer
Guide for more

Interface cable is not properly
connected.

Scanner is not programmed

read the bar code type.

to
Bar code is damaged. Try scanning other bar codes of the

Bar code is not within the
scanner's decode

The host has disabled
scanning or overr
parameter settings.

range.

idden

Check for

Ensure scanner is programmed to
read the bar code type scanned.

same bar code t
Move the bar code to the region

within the scanner's decode range.
See the technical person in charge

of scanning.

information.

loose cable connections.

ype.

The red LED illumination turns on dim
and does not get brig
does not change to active decoding
mode) when a bar code is presented in
the field of view.

hter (the scanner

Bar code is not within the

anner's detection range.

sc

Move the bar code to the region
within the scanner’s detection
range.

MAINTENANCE, TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS, MOUNTING TEMPLATES 3 - 3

Table 3-1

Bar code is decoded, but not
transmitted to the host.

Scanned data is incorrectly displayed
on the host.

USB host not functioning properly. Scanner does not recognize

Troubleshooting (Continued)

Problem Possible Causes Possible Solutions

Scanner is not programmed
for the correct host type.

Scanne
to work with the host. Check
scanner host type parameters
or editing options.

host.

r is not programmed

Scan the appropriate host type bar
code.

Ensure proper host is selected.
For RS-232, ensure the scanner’s

meters match

communication p
the host’s settings.

For Keyboard Wedge, ensure

canner is

s
correct country code and that the
CAPS LOCK key is off.

Ensure editing options (for
example., UPCE to UPCA

ersion) ar

Conv
programmed.

Remove and reinsert
and the external power supply, if
applicable.

ara

programmed with the

e properly

the USB cable

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Technical Specifications

Table 3-2

Physical Characteristi cs

Dimensions Scanner only

Weight 17.6 oz. / 500 g
Voltage and Current Without auxiliary scanner

Color Midnight Black

Technical Specifications

Item Description

5.63 in. H x 5.86 in. W x 3.81 in. D

14.3 cm H x 14.9 cm W x 9.7 cm D

Scanner with Table Mount Kit

6.06 in. H x 5.93 in. W x 3.85 in. D

15.4 cm H x 15.1 cm W x 9.8 cm D

Standby: 5 VDC +/-10% @ 125ma average
Operating: 5 VDC +/-10% @ 480ma average

With auxiliary scanner
Standby: 12 VDC +/-10% @ 100ma average
Operating: 12 VDC +/-10% @ 400ma average

Host Interfaces USB, RS-232, Keyboard Wedge, TGCS (IBM) 46XX over RS485
Keyboard Support Over 90 international keyboards
Auxiliary Scanner Interface USB
Electronic Article Surveillance Compatible with Checkpoint EAS deactivation systems
User Feedback Speaker (Adjustable Tone & Volume), Good Decode LEDs

Performance Characteristics

Swipe Speed Up to 100 in/sec (254 cm/sec) for 13 mil UPC in out-of box mode
Light Source Two deep red LEDs (660nm)
Imager Field of View 48.0°x 36.7° (bar-code reading), 48.0°x 33.7° (image capture)
Image Sensor Global shutter 1280x 960 (bar-code reading), 1280x 880 (image

capture)

Mini

mum Print Contrast 25% minimum reflective difference

Roll / Pitch / Yaw (Skew) 360˚, ±70˚, ±70˚ typical with Cod

Imaging Characteristics

Graphics Format Support Images can be exported as Bitmap, JPEG or TIFF

e 39 20mil bar code at 3 inches

MAINTENANCE, TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS, MOUNTING TEMPLATES 3 - 5

Table 3-2

Image Transfer Speed USB 2.0: Up to 12 Megabits/second

Image Transfer Time Typical USB application is ~0.25 seconds with a compressed JPEG of

Image Quality 210 PP

User Environment

Operating Temperature 32˚ to 104˚ F / 0˚ to 40˚ C
Storage Temperature -40˚ to 158˚ F / -40˚ to 70˚ C
Humidity 5% to 85% RH, non-condensing
Environmental Sealing: IP52
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) ESD per EN61000-4-2, +/- 25 KV Air Direct, +/- 8 KV Indirect (without

Ambient Light Range From darkness (0 fcd) to 450 fcd artificial light and 10000 fcd direct

Technical Specifications (Continued)

Item Description

RS-232: Up to 115 kb/second

100kb

I (Minimum Font Size resolution: 7) on a 4 x 6 in. (10.2 x 15.2 cm)

document @ 3.0 in. (

auxiliary sca

sunlight

nner)

7.62 cm)

Utilities and Management

123Scan2, Scanner Management Services (SMS), Symbol Scanner SDK

Accessories

Hands-Free Options Table Mount Bracket (Midnight Black)

Wall Mount Bracket (Midnight Black)

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

over the host cable

Symbology Decode Capability

1D UPC/EAN (UPCA/UPCE/UPCE1/EAN-8/EAN-13/JAN-8/JAN-13 plus

supplementals, ISBN (Bookland), ISSN, Coupon Code), Code 39
(Standard, Full ASCII, Trioptic, Code 32 (Italian Pharmacode)), Code
128 (Standard, Full ASCII, UCC/EAN-128, ISBT-128 Concatenated),
Code 93, Codabar/NW7, 2 of 5 (Interleaved 2 of 5, Discrete 2 of 5, IATA,
Chinese 2 of 5, Matrix 2 of 5, Code 11), MSI Plessey, GS1 DataBar
(Omnidirectional, Trunc ated, Stacked, Stacked Omnidirectional, Limited,
Expanded, Expanded Stacked)

or utilize an auxiliary scanner.

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Table 3-2

2D PDF417 (Standard, Macro), MicroPDF417 (Standard, Macro),

Postal U.S. Postnet and Planet, U.K. Post, Japan Post, Australian Post,

Minimum Element Resolution Code 39 – 3 mil

Te chnical Specifications (Continued)

Item Description

Composite Codes (CC-A, CC-B, CC-C), TLC-39, Aztec (Standard,
Inverse), MaxiCode, DataMatrix/ECC 200 (Standard, Inverse, GS1), QR
Code (Standard, Inverse, Micro, GS1), Chinese Sensible (Han Xin)

therlands KIX Code, Roya

Ne
Postal, USPS 4CB

UPC – 7.8 mil (60%), there is no higher density UPC bar code
PDF417 – 4 mil
Datamatrix – 7.5 mil
QR Code – 7.5 mil

l Mail 4 State Customer, UPU FICS 4 State

MAINTENANCE, TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS, MOUNTING TEMPLATES 3 - 7

Pin

4

Pin

1

Host Port

USB Auxiliary

Scanner Port

Pin

10

Pin

1

Scanner Signal Descriptions

Figure 3-1

Cable Pinouts

The signal descriptions in Table 3-3 apply to the connectors on the scanner and are for reference only.

Table 3-3

Pin IBM RS-232

Scanner/Host Signal Pin-outs

Keyboard

Wedge

USB Download

1 Reserved Reserved Reserved Jump to Pin 6 Reserved
2 +5v +5v +5v +5v +5v
3 Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground
4 IBM_A(+) TxD KeyClock Reserved TxD
5 Reserved RxD TermData D + Reserved
6 IBM_B(-) RTS KeyData Jump to Pin 1 RxD
7 Reserved CTS TermClock D - Reserved
8 Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved
9 Passive

Detect

Passive
Detect

Passive
Detect

Passive
Detect

Reserved

10 +12v +12v +12v +12v Reserved

Table 3-4

VCC D- D+ GND

USB Auxiliary Scanner Port Pinouts

Pin 1 Pin 2 Pin 3 Pin 4

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CHAPTER 4 USER PREFERENCES &

*High Volume

(00h)

Feature/Option

* Indicates Default

Option Hex Value

MISCELLANEOUS OPTIONS

Introduction

You can program the scanner to perform various functions, or activate d ifferent features. This chapter
describes each user preference feature and provides programming bar codes for selectin g th ese features.

The 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 co

non-volatile memory and are preserved even when the scanner is powered down.
If not using a USB cable, select a host type (see each host chapter for

power-up beeps sound. 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, aste

risks indicate (*) default values.

de sequence. The settings are stored in

specific host information) after the

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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 Tone (beeper tone) bar code in the Beeper Tone section on page 4-8. Other parameters, such
as Serial Response T imeout or Dat a
parameter descriptions for this procedure.

Transmis sion Format s, require scanning seve ral bar codes. See these

Errors While Scanning

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

User Preferences/Miscellaneous Options Parameter Defaults

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

bar codes in this guide. These new values replace the standard defau
parameter values, scan the Set Default Parameter on page 4-4.

NOTE See Appendix A, ST ANDARD DEFAULT P ARAMETERS for all user preferen ces, host s, symbologi es, and

miscellaneous default parameters.

lt values in memory . To recall the default

Table 4-1

User Preferences

Set Default Parameter N/A N/A Set Defaults
Parameter Bar Code Scanning ECh 236 Enable
Beep After Good Decode 38h 56 Enable
Beeper Tone 91h 145 High
Beeper Volume 8Ch 140 High
Beeper Duration F1h 74h 628 Medium
Volume/Tone Button Control F8h 05h 07h 1287 Enable (both)
Suppress Power-up Beeps F1h D1h 721 Do not suppress
Timeout Between Decodes, Same Symbol 89h 137 0.5 Sec
Timeout Between Decodes, Different Symbols 90h 144 0 Sec
Fuzzy 1D Processing F1h 02h 514 Enable
Decode Mirror Images (Data Matrix Only) F1h 19h 537 Auto

User Preferences Parameter Defaults

Parameter SSI Number

Parameter

1

Number

2

Default

Page

Number

4-4
4-6
4-7
4-8
4-11
4-13
4-15
4-17
4-18
4-18
4-19
4-20

PDF Prioritization F1h CFh 719 Disable

1

SSI number hex values are used for programming via SSI commands.

2

Parameter number decimal values are used for programming via RSM commands.

4-22

USER PREFERENCES & MISCELLANEOUS OPTIONS 4 - 3

Table 4-1

User Preferences Parameter Defaults (Continued)

Parameter SSI Number

1

Parameter

Number

2

Default

PDF Prioritization Timeout F1h D0h 720 200 ms
Mobile Phone/Display Mode F1h CCh 716 Enable
Field of View F1h 61h 609 Full Field of View

Miscellaneous Options

Transmit Code ID Character 2Dh 45 None
Prefix Value 63h, 69h 99, 105 7013 <CR><LF>
Suffix 1 Value

Suffix 2 Value

62h, 68h
64h, 6Ah

98, 104
100, 106

7013 <CR><LF>

Scan Data Transmission Format EBh 235 Data as is
FN1 Substitution Values 67h, 6Dh 103, 109 7013 <CR> <LF>
Unsolicited Heartbeat Interval F8h 04h 5Eh 1118 Disable

1

SSI number hex values are used for programming via SSI commands.

2

Parameter number decimal values are used for programming via RSM commands.

Page

Number

4-23
4-24
4-25

4-27
4-29
4-29

4-32
4-36
4-37

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User Preferences

Set Default Parameter

You can reset the scanner 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.

Options:

•

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

• If you previously set custom defaults by scanning Writ
retrieve and restore the scanner custom default settings.

• If you did not set custom defaults, scan Set 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 Set Defaults.

e to Custom Defaults, scan Set Defaults to

*Set Defaults

Set Factory Defaults

Set Default Parameter (continued)

USER PREFERENCES & MISCELLANEOUS OPTIONS 4 - 5

Write to Custom Defaults

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Parameter Bar Code Scanning

SSI # ECh
Parameter # 236

To disable the decoding of parameter bar codes, including the Set Defaults parameter bar codes, scan the
Disable Parameter Scanning bar code below. To enable decoding of parameter bar codes, scan Enable
Parameter Scanning.

Options:

•

*Enable Parameter Bar Code Scanning

•

Disable Parameter Bar Code Scanning.

*Enable Parameter Bar Code Scanning

(01h)

Disable Parameter Bar Code Scanning

(00h)

Beep After Good Decode

USER PREFERENCES & MISCELLANEOUS OPTIONS 4 - 7

SSI # 38h
Parameter # 56

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

conditions.
Options:

•

*Beep After Good Decode (Enable)

•

Do Not Beep After Good Decode (Disable).

*Beep After Good Decode

(Enable)

(01h)

Do Not Beep After Good Decode

(Disable)

(00h)

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Beeper Tone

SSI # 91h
Parameter # 145

To select a decode beep frequency (tone), scan one of the bar codes that follow.
If the decode tone is set to Off, the

the tone change using the Volume/Tone button, scan a tone other than Off.
Options:

•

Off

•

Low Tone

•

Medium Tone

•

*High Tone

•

Medium to High Tone (2-tone).

Volume/Tone button cannot be used to change the decode tone. To allow

Off

(03h)

Low Tone

(0

2

Beeper Tone (continued)

USER PREFERENCES & MISCELLANEOUS OPTIONS 4 - 9

Medium Tone

(01h)

*High Tone

(00h)

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Beeper Tone (continued)

Medium to High Tone (2-tone)

(04h)

Beeper Volume

USER PREFERENCES & MISCELLANEOUS OPTIONS 4 - 11

SSI # 8Ch
Parameter # 140

To select a beeper volume, scan the one of the bar codes that follows.
Options:

•

Low Volume

•

Medium Volume

•

*High Volume

Low Volume

(02h)

Medium Vo

01h)

(

lume

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Beeper Volume (continued)

*High Volume

(00h)

Beeper Duration

USER PREFERENCES & MISCELLANEOUS OPTIONS 4 - 13

SSI # F1h 74h
Parameter # 628

To select the duration for the beeper, scan one of the following bar codes.
Options:

•

Short

•

* Medium

•

Long.

Short

(00h)

* Medium

(01h)

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Beeper Duration (continued)

Long
(02h)

Volume/Tone Button Control

USER PREFERENCES & MISCELLANEOUS OPTIONS 4 - 15

SSI # F8h 05h 07h
Parameter # 1287

When this parameter is enabled the physical Volume/Tone button on the front panel of the scanner can be
used to change the speaker volume and tone.

When this parameter is disabled the speaker volume and tone can
Volume/Tone button on the front panel of the scanner.

Options:

•

*Enable Volume and Tone Change

•

Disable Tone Change and Enable Volume Change

•

Enable Tone Change and Disable Volume Change

•

Disable Volume and Tone Change

*Enable Volume and Ton e Change

(1)

not be changed using the physical

Disable V

olume and Tone Change

(0)

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Volume/Tone Button Control (continued)

Disable Tone Change and Enable Volume Change

(2)

Enable Tone Change and Disable Volume Change

(3)

Suppress Power-up Beeps

USER PREFERENCES & MISCELLANEOUS OPTIONS 4 - 17

SSI # F1h D1h
Parameter # 721

Select whether or not to suppress the scanner power-up beeps.
Options:

•

* Do Not Suppress Power-up Beeps

•

Suppress Power-up Beeps.

* Do Not Suppress Power-up Beeps

(00h)

Suppress Power-up Beeps

(01h)

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Timeout Between Decodes, Same Symbol

SSI # 89h
Parameter # 137

Use this option to prevent the beeper from continuously beeping when a symbol is left in the scanner’s field of
view. It is programmable in 0.1 secon d increments from 0.0 to 9.9 seconds. The default interval is 0.5 seconds.

To select the timeout between decodes for
bar codes from Appendix G, NUMERIC BAR CODES th at corr es po n d to th e de sired interv
increments.

Timeout Between Decodes, Same Symbol

the same symbol, scan the bar code below, then scan two numeric

al, in 0.1 second

Timeout Between Decodes, Different Symbols

SSI # 90h
Parameter # 144

Use this option in to control the time the scanner is inactive between decoding different symbols. It is
programmable in 0.1 second increments from 0 to 9.9 seconds. The default is 0 seconds.

To select the timeout between decodes for different symbols, scan the
bar codes from Appendix G, NUMERIC BAR CODES th at corr es po n d to th e de sired interv
increments.

bar code below, then scan two numeric

al, in 0.1 second

Timeout Between Decodes, Different Symbols

Fuzzy 1D Processing

USER PREFERENCES & MISCELLANEOUS OPTIONS 4 - 19

SSI # F1h 02h
Parameter # 514

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.

Options:

•

*Enable Fuzzy 1D Processing

•

Disable Fuzzy 1D Processing.

*Enable Fuzzy 1D Processing

(01h)

Disable Fuzzy 1D Processing

(00h)

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Decode Mirror Images (Data Matrix Only)

SSI # F1h 19h
Parameter # 537

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

(0)

Always

(1)

USER PREFERENCES & MISCELLANEOUS OPTIONS 4 - 21

Decode Mirror Images (Data Matrix Only - continued)

*Auto

(2)

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PDF Prioritization

SSI # F1h CFh
Parameter # 719

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

Options:

•

*Disable PDF Prioritization

•

Enable PDF Prioritization.

reports this only . If it does not decode (can not find) a PDF41 7

*Disable PDF Prioritization

(00h)

Enable PDF Prioritization

(01h)

PDF Prioritization Timeout

USER PREFERENCES & MISCELLANEOUS OPTIONS 4 - 23

SSI # F1h D0h
Parameter # 720

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

Scan the following bar code, then scan four digits from Appendix G, NUMERIC BAR CODES that specify the
timeout in milliseconds. For example, to enter 400 ms, scan the following bar code, then scan 0400.
is 0 to 5000 ms, and the default is 200 ms.

The range

PDF Prioritization Timeout

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Mobile Phone/Display Mode

SSI # F1h CCh
Parameter # 716

When enabled, this mode allows bar code reading from mobile phones and electronic displays.
Options:

•

Disable Mobile Phone/Display Mode

•

*Enable Mobile Phone/Display Mode.

Disable Mobile Phone/Display Mode

(00h)

*Enable Mobile Phone/Display Mode

(02h)

Field of View

USER PREFERENCES & MISCELLANEOUS OPTIONS 4 - 25

SSI # F1h 61h
Parameter # 609

By default, the scanner searches the full field of view.
To search for a bar code in a smaller region, in order to speed search time and prevent unintended bar code

reads, select Small Field of V

NOTE When the scanner is set to Small Field of View or Medium Field of View and a bar code is only partially

presented into the field of view, the scanner automatically opens to Full Field of View to scan the bar
code. It then returns to the mode set.

Options:

•

Small Field of View

•

Medium Field of View

•

*Full Field of View.

iew or Medium Field of View.

Small Field of View

(00h)

Medium Field of Vi

(01h)

ew

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Field of View (continued)

*Full Field of View

(02h)

Miscellaneous Scanner Parameters

Transmit Code ID Character

USER PREFERENCES & MISCELLANEOUS OPTIONS 4 - 27

SSI # 2Dh
Parameter # 45

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

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

Options:

•

Symbol Code ID Character

•

AIM Code ID Character

•

*None.

Symbol Code ID Character

(02h)

M Code ID character. For Code ID

AIM Code ID Charact

(01h)

er

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Transmit Code ID Character (continued)

*None

(00h)

Prefix/Suffix Values

USER PREFERENCES & MISCELLANEOUS OPTIONS 4 - 29

Key Category SSI # P = 63h, S1 = 62h, S2 = 64h
Decimal Value SSI # P = 69h, S1 = 68h, S2 = 6Ah
Key Category Parameter # P = 99, S1 = 98, S2 = 100
Decimal Value Parameter # P = 105, S1 = 104, S2 = 106

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 G, NUMERIC BAR CODES) that
corresponds to that value. See ASCII Character Set for USB on page 6-33 and ASCII Character Set for

RS-232 on page 7-37 for the four-digit codes.

When using host commands to set the prefix or suf fix, se t the
decimal value.

To correct an error or change a selection, scan Cancel on page G-10.

NOTE To use Prefix/Suffix values, first set the Scan Data Transmission Format on page 4-32.

Options:

•

Scan Prefix

•

Scan Suffix 1

•

Scan Suffix 2

•

Data Format Cancel.

key catego

ry parameter to 1, then set the 3-digit

Scan Prefix

(07h)

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Prefix/Suffix Values (continued)

Scan Suffix 1

(06h)

Prefix/Suffix Values (continued)

USER PREFERENCES & MISCELLANEOUS OPTIONS 4 - 31

Scan Suffix 2

(08h)

Data Format Cancel

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Scan Data Transmission Format

SSI # EBh
Parameter # 235

To set the scan data format, scan one of the following bar cod es .

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 4-29.
Options:

•

*Data As Is

•

<DATA> <SUFFIX 1>

•

<DATA> <SUFFIX 2>

•

DATA> <SUFFIX 1> <SUFFIX 2>

•

<PREFIX> <DATA >

•

<PREFIX> <DATA> <SUFFIX 1>

•

<PREFIX> <DATA> <SUFFIX 2>

•

<PREFIX> <DATA> <SUFFIX 1> <SUFFIX 2>.

*Data As Is

(00h)

<DATA> <SUFFIX 1>

(01h)

USER PREFERENCES & MISCELLANEOUS OPTIONS 4 - 33

Scan Data Transmission Format (continued)

<DATA> <SUFFIX 2>

(02h)

<DATA> <SUFFIX 1> <SUFFIX 2>

(03h)

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Scan Data Transmission Format (continued)

<PREFIX> <DATA >

(04h)

<PREFIX> <DATA> <SUFFIX 1>

05h)

(

USER PREFERENCES & MISCELLANEOUS OPTIONS 4 - 35

Scan Data Transmission Format (continued)

<PREFIX> <DATA> <SUFFIX 2>

(06h)

<PREFIX> <DATA> <SUFFIX 1> <SUFFIX 2>

(07h)

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FN1 Substitution Values

Key Category
Decimal Value

Key Category Parameter # 103

SSI # 67h

SSI # 6Dh

Decimal Value Parameter # 109

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

When using host commands to set the FN1 substitution value, set the k
the 3-digit keystroke value. See the ASCII character set table for the curren t host interface for the desired
value.

To select a FN1 substitution value

1. Scan the Set FN1 Substitution Value bar code below.

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

interface chapter. Enter the 4-digit ASCII value by scanning each digit in Appendix G, NUMERIC BAR

CODES.

To correct an error or change the selection, scan Cancel on page G-10.
See USB Keyboard FN1 Substitution on page 6-17 to enable FN1 substitution for the USB HID keyboard.

via bar code menus:

ey category parameter to 1, then set

Set FN1 Substitution Value

Unsolicited Heartbeat Interval

USER PREFERENCES & MISCELLANEOUS OPTIONS 4 - 37

SSI # F8h 04h 5Eh
Parameter # 1118

The scanner supports sending Unso licited He artbeat M essage s to assist in diagnostics. To enable this feature
and set the desired unsolicited heartbeat interval, scan one of the time interval bar codes below, or scan Set
Another Interval followed by four numeric bar codes from Appendix G, NUMERIC BAR CODES (scan
sequential numbers that correspond to the desired number of seconds).

Options:

•

10 seconds

•

1 minute

•

Set Another Interval

•

*Disable Unsolicited Heartbeat Interval.
Scan Disable Unsolic
The heartbeat event is sent as decode data (with no decode beep) in the form of:

MOTEVTHB:nnn
where

nnn is a three digit sequence number starting at 001 and wrapping after 100.

ited Heartbeat Interval to tu rn off the feature.

10 seconds

1 minute

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Unsolicited Heartbeat Interval (continued)

Set Another Interval

*Disable Unsolicited Heartbeat Interval

CHAPTER 5 IMAGING PREFERENCES

Feature/Option

* Indicates Default

*Full Resolution

(00h)

Option Hex Value

Introduction

You can program the scanner to perform various functions, or activate d ifferent features. This chapter
describes each user preference feature and provides programming bar codes for selectin g th ese features.

The scanner ships with the settings shown in Table 5-1 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 co

non-volatile memory and are preserved even when the scanner is powered down.
If not using a USB cable, select a host type (see each host chapter for

power-up beeps sound. 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 Defaults on page 4-4. Throughout the programming bar

code menus, asterisks indicat

e (*) default values.

de sequence. The settings are stored in

specific host information) after the

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Scanning Sequence Examples

In most cases scanning one bar code sets the parameter value. For example, to enable signature capture,
scan the Enable Signature Capture bar code under Signature Capture on page 5-20. The 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 p

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. To change the default values, scan the

appropriate bar codes in this guide. These new values replace the st
the default parameter values, scan the Set Default Parameter on page 4-4.

NOTE See Appendix A, ST ANDARD DEFAULT P ARAMETERS for all user preferen ces, host s, symbologi es, and

miscellaneous default parameters.

Table 5-1

Imaging Preferences

Imaging Preferences Parameter Defaults

Parameter SSI Number

1

Parameter

Number

arameter descriptions for this procedu re .

andard default values in memory. T o recall

2

Default

Page

Number

Operational Modes N/A N/A N/A
Snapshot Mode Timeout F0h 43h 323 0 (30 seconds)
Image Size (Number of Pixels) F0h 2Eh 302 Full
Image Brightness (Target White) F0h 86h 390 180
JPEG Image Options F0h 2Bh 299 Quality
JPEG Targe t File Size F1h 31h 561 160 kB
JPEG Quality and Size Value F0h 31h 305 65
Image Enhancement F1h 34h 564 Low (1)
Image File Format Selection F0h 30h 304 JPEG
Image Rotation F1h 99h 665 0
Bits per Pixel (BPP) F0h 2Fh 303 8 BPP
Signature Capture 5Dh 93 Disable

1

SSI number hex values are used for programming via SSI commands.

2

Parameter number decimal values are used for programming via RSM commands.

5-4
5-5
5-6
5-8
5-9
5-10
5-11
5-12
5-14
5-16
5-18
5-20

IMAGING PREFERENCES 5 - 3

Table 5-1

Signature Capture Image File Format

Imaging Preferences Parameter Defaults (Continued)

Parameter

Parameter SSI Number

1

Number

F0h 39h 313 JPEG

2

Selection
Signature Capture Bits per Pixel (BPP) F0h 3Ah 314 8 BPP
Signature Capture Width F4h F0h 6Eh 366 400
Signature Capture Height F4h F0h 6Fh 367 100
Signature Capture JPEG Quality F0h A5h 421 65
Video View Finder F0h 44h 324 Disable
Video View Finder Image Size F0h 49h 329 1700 bytes

1

SSI number hex values are used for programming via SSI commands.

2

Parameter number decimal values are used for programming via RSM commands.

Default

Page

Number

5-21

5-23
5-25
5-26
5-27
5-28
5-29

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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 and snapshot.

Operational Modes

The scanner has two modes of operation:

•

Decode Mode

•

Snapshot Mode.

Decode Mode

In decode mode, the scanner attempts to locate and decode enabled bar codes within its field of view. The
scanner remains in this mode until it decodes a bar code.

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 cod e. While in this mode the scanner blinks the green LED at 1-seco nd intervals
to indicate it is not in standard operating (decode) mode.

In Snapshot Mode, the scanner turns on its red LED
The next soft trigger command instructs the scanner to ca pture a high quality image and transmit it to the host.
A short time may pass (less than 2 seconds) between when the soft trigger co mmand is sent an d th e image is
captured as the scanner adjusts to the lighting conditions. Hold the scanner steady until the image is captured,
denoted by a single beep.

If you do not send a soft trigger command within the Snapshot Mode Timeout period, the scanner returns to

code M

De
period is 30 seconds.

ode. Use Snapshot Mode Timeout on page 5-5 to adjust this timeout period. The default timeout

illumination to highlight the area to capture in the image.

Snapshot Mode

Snapshot Mode Timeout

IMAGING PREFERENCES 5 - 5

SSI # F0h, 43h
Parameter # 323

This parameter sets the amount of time the scanner remains in Snapshot Mode. The scanner exits Snapshot
Mode when you send a soft trigger command, or when the Snapshot Mode Timeout elapses. To set this
timeout value, scan the bar code below followed by a bar code from Appe ndix G, NUMERIC BAR CODES. The
default value is 0 which represents 30 seconds; values in
seconds, etc.

Snapshot Mode Timeout

cremen

t by 30. For example, 1 = 60 seconds, 2 = 90

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Image Size (Number of Pixels)

SSI # F0h, 2Eh
Parameter # 302

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 res olu tio n.

Select one of the following values:

Resolution

Value

Full
1/2
1/4

1280 x 880
640 x 440
320 x 220

Image Size

*Full Resolution

(00h)

1/2 Resolution

)

(01h