Symbol Technologies, Inc. One Symbol Plaza, Holtsville N.Y. 11742
LS 1006 Keyboard Wedge Scanner
Product Reference Guide
70-33807-01
Revision A
September 1998
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operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of the LS 1006 scanner.
Notational Conventions
The following conventions are used in this document:
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Bullets (•) indicate:
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action items
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lists of alternatives
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lists of required steps that are not necessarily sequential
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Sequential lists (e.g., those that describe step-by-step procedures) appear as
numbered lists.
Related Publications
provides general instructions for setup, programming,
•LS 1000 Series Quick Reference Guide
•LS 1000 Product Reference Guide
•LS 1004 Product Reference Guide
p/n 70-17422-xx
p/n 70-17529-xx
p/n 70-33806-xx
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Service Information
If you have a problem with your equipment, contact the Symbol Support Center. Before
calling, have the model number , serial number, and several of your bar code symbols at hand.
Call the Support Center from a phone near the scanning equipment so that the service person
can try to talk you through your problem. If the equipment is found to be working properly
and the problem is symbol readability, the Support Center will request samples of your bar
codes for analysis at our plant.
If your problem cannot be solved over the phone, you may need to return your equipment
for servicing. If that is necessary, you will be given specific directions.
Symbol Technologies is not responsible for any damages incurred
Note:
during shipment if the approved shipping container is not used.
Shipping the units improperly can possibly void the warranty. If the
original shipping container was not kept, contact Symbol to have
another sent to you.
Symbol Support Centers
For service information, warranty information or technical assistance contact or call the
Symbol Support Center in:
United States
Symbol Technologies, Inc.
One Symbol Plaza
Holtsville, New York 11742-1300
1-800-653-5350
United Kingdom
Symbol Technologies International
Symbol Place
Winnersh Triangle, Berkshire RG41 5TP
United Kingdom
0800 3282424(Inside UK)
+44 118 945 7529 (Outside UK)
Symbol Technologies Canada, Inc.
2540 Matheson Boulevard East
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L4W 422
(905) 629-7226
Symbol Technologies Asia, Inc.
230 Victoria Street #04-05
Bugis Junction Office Tower
Singapore 188024
337-6588 (Inside Singapore)
+65-337-6588 (Outside Singapore)
Canada
Asia/Pacific
If you purchased your Symbol product from a Symbol Business Partner, contact that Business
Partner for service.
This chapter covers the techniques involved in scanning bar codes. Included are specific
instructions on how to hold the scanner at the appropriate angle to ensure an accurate
decode.
Scanning with the LS 1006
1. Make sure all connections are secure.
2. Aim the scanner away from you and press the trigger . When you press the trigger , the
scanning beam is energized for approximately 1 second (default).
3. Make sure the symbol you want to scan is within the scanning range. See the LS 1006
Decode Zone diagram on page 3-4.
4. Aim and press the trigger.
The scanner has read the symbol when:
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You hear a short, high tone beep (if the beeper is enabled).
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The DECODE LED lights.
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Aiming
Scan the Entire Symbol
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Your scan beam must cross every bar and space on the symbol.
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The larger the symbol, the farther away you should hold the scanner.
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Hold the scanner closer for symbols with bars that are close together.
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A short, high tone beep indicates a good decode.
RIGHT
012345
WRONG
012345
Hold at an Angle
Do not hold the scanner directly over the bar code. Laser light reflecting
the scanner from the bar code is known as specular reflection. This strong light can “blind”
the scanner and make decoding difficult. The area where specular reflection occurs is known
as a “dead zone”.
directly
back into
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Scanning
You can tilt the scanner up to 65° forward or back and achieve a successful decode. Simple
practice quickly shows what tolerances to work within.
This chapter covers the suggested maintenance of the LS 1006 scanner , as well a s the technical
specifications, available accessories, pinouts, and beeper definitions.
Maintenance
Cleaning the exit window is the only maintenance required.
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Do not allow any abrasive material to touch the window.
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Remove any dirt particles with a damp cloth.
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Wipe the window using a damp cloth, and if necessary, a non-ammonia based
detergent.
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Do not spray water or other cleaning liquids directly into the window.
Cables
There is one cable available for use with the LS 1006; the PS/2 Keyboard W edge Cable, part
number NA6022.
Optional Accessories
Optional accessories include various stands and holders, which are supplied at extra cost.
Additional units of standard accessories may also be purchased at extra cost.
Troubleshooting
If the scanner does not operate after you’ve followed the operating instructions:
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Be sure the scanner is programmed for the terminal in use.
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Make sure the scanner is programmed to read the type of bar code you are scanning.
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Check for loose cable connections.
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Check the symbol to make sure it is not defaced.
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Try scanning test symbols of the same code type.
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Be sure you are within the proper scanning range.
If the symbol is decoded, but not transmitted to the host terminal:
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Be sure the proper host type is selected (See Chapter 4).
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10
25.4
If scanned data is incorrectly displayed on the terminal:
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Make sure the system is programmed for the correct keyboard type.
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Make sure the CAPS LOCK key is off.
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Be sure the proper host is selected.
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Be sure editing options (e.g., UPC-E to UPC-A Conversion) are properly
programmed.
If after performing these checks the symbol still does not scan, contact your distributor or call
the Symbol Support Center. See page viii for the telephone number.
LS 1006 Technical Specifications
LS 1006 Decode Zone
In. Cm.
10 25.4
15
38.1
5 12.7
0 0
5 12.7
10 25.4
15.0
Scanner
5.0 mil
1.02.3
7.5 mil
0
2.0
In.
0
Cm.
0
Depth of Field in Inches/Centi meters
Depth of field as a function of minimum element width.
5.0
13 mil
20 mil minimum element width
5
12.7
Figure 3-1. LS 1006 Decode Zone
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ItemDescription
Power Requirements*
Maintenance and Specifications
Table 3-1. Technical Specifications
4.75 to 14.5 VDC (max) 100mA @ 5VDC typical
Decode Capability
Beeper Operation
Scan Repetition Rate
Skew T olerance
Pitch
Decode Depth of Field
Print Contrast Minimum
The LS 1006 can be programmed to decode the
foll ow in g code types: UPC/EAN, Code 39, Code
39 Full ASCII, Code 93, Codabar, Interleaved 2
of 5, Code 128, EAN 128, and Di scre t e 2 of 5. Se t
code length(s) for any linear code type. T he LS 1006
can auto-discriminate between all of the above code
types except for Code 39 and Code 39 Full ASCII.
User-selectable: Enabled, Disabled, Volume, Tone
36 (± 3) scans/sec (bidirectional)
± 65° from normal
± 60° from normal
See Decode Zone
25% absolute dark/light differential, measured at
670 nm.
450 ft. candles 4844 lux
8000 ft. candles86112 lux
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Table 3-1. Technical Specifications (Continued)
ItemDescription
Operating Temperature
32° to 104°F0° to 40°C
Storage Temperature
Humidity
Durability
Dimensions
Height
Length
Width
Laser Classifications
Start-Up Time
Data Acquisition Time
Minimum Element Width
Maximum Eleme nt Width
-40° to 140°F-40° to 60°C
5% to 95% (non-condensing)
4-ft. drop to concrete1.2 m
4.8 in.122 mm
3.7 in.93 mm
2.4 in.60 mm
CDRH Class II
IEC 825 Class 2
<50 msec from scan enable
<110 msec from scan enable
0.005 in0.127 mm
0.020 in5.08 mm
*For direct host power connection, make sure the host terminal supplies sufficient power for
the specified operation. Symbol is not responsible for damage to host equipment or system
mis-operation due to an insufficient power condition.
Table 3-2. Pinouts
3-6
PinLS 1006Function
1
DataData Line (for
synapse)
2
VBATPower Supply
3
GNDGround
4
RTSRequest to Send (for
RS-232C)
5
RXD*Receive Data Input
(for RS-232C)
* active low
Standard Use
Beeper SequenceIndication
1 Beep - short high tone
Maintenance and Specifications
Table 3-2. Pinouts (Continued)
PinLS 1006Function
6
N.C.Non-Connected (for
RS-232C)
7
DTRData Terminal Ready
(for RS-232C)
8
TXD*Transmit Data
Output (for RS232C)
9
CTSClear to Send (for RS-
232C)
10
ClockClock Line (for
Synapse)
Table 3-3. Beeper Indications
A bar code symbol was decoded (if decode beeper is
enabled).
4 Beeps - long low tone
4 Beeps - short high tone
3 Beeps - short high tone
Parameter Menu Scanning
1 Beep - short high tone
1 Beep - warble sound
2 Beeps - long low tone
A transmission error has been detected in a scanned
symbol. The last data scanned was lost. Scan the last
data again.
Low power indication; no further scanning is possible.
Change or recharge battery.
Power-up (continuous power mode onl y )
Appropriate menu within the scanning sequence h as
been read
Parameter value entered successful ly
Parameter not entered, or incorrect sequence performed.