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SYMBOL LS2208
Quick Start Guide
http://www.symbol.com/ls2208
NOTE: Cables may vary depending on configuration.
Step 1 - Cord Attachment/Removal
Step 2 - Connect to Host
POST IN WORK AREAPOST IN WORK AREA
See Product Reference Guide for more information
Miscellaneous Settings
Set Defaults
RS-232
Step 3 - Scan ONE of the following
STANDARD RS-232
USB
Step 3 - Scan ONE of the following
HID KEYBOARD EMULATION
IBM 46XX
Step 3 - Scan ONE of the following
PORT 5B
PORT 9B
SET DEFAULTS
Carriage Return/Line Feed
SCAN OPTIONS
<DATA><SUFFIX>
ENTER
ICL RS-232
NIXDORF RS-232 MODE A
NIXDORF RS-232 MODE B
FUJITSU RS-232
Wand Emulation
IBM HAND-HELD USB
Keyboard Wedge
Step 3 - Scan ONE of the following
SYMBOL WAND
Step 3 - Scan the following
ENABLE CONVERT TO CODE 39
LED Indications
Off
Scanner is on and
ready to scan,
or no power to scanner
Green
Bar code is successfully
decoded
Red
Transmission error
Beeper Indications
Standard Use
Low/medium/hih beep Short medium beep 4 long low beeps
Power up Bar code decoded Transmition error detected,
data is ignored
OPOS/JPOS
Accessories
IntelliStand
IBM PC/AT and IBM PC COMPATIBLE
DISABLE CONVERT TO CODE 39
Troubleshooting
Scanner not working
No power to scanner
Check system power;
ensure power supply,
if required, is connected
Scanner decoding bar code, but data not transmitting to host
Scanner not programmed for correct host interface
Scan appropriate host
parameter bar codes
Scanned data incorrectly displayed on host
Scanner not programmed for correct host interface
Incorrect interface
cable used
Ensure that correct
interface cable is used
Interface/power cables
are loose
Ensure all cable connections
are secure
Interface cable is loose
Ensure all cable connections
are secure
Parameter Menu Scanning
High/low/high/low beep
Successful parameter
setting
High/low beep
Correct programming
sequence performed
Low/High beep
Incorrect programming
sequence or ’Cancel’
bar code scanned
Scan appropriate host
parameter bar codes
Scanner not decoding bar code
Scanner not programmed
for bar code type
Ensure scanner is programmed
to read type of bar code
being scanned
Bar code unreadable
Ensure bar code not defaced;
try scanning test bar code of
same bar code type
Distance between scanner
and bar code incorrect
Move scanner closer to
or further from bar code
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OPTIMUM SCANNING POSITIONS
2
1
012345
3
012345
1 LED
2 Scan Window
3 Scan Trigger
OPTIMUM UPRIGHT BODY POSTURE
Avoid Extreme Wrist Angles Avoid Bending Avoid Reaching
AVOID EXTREME
WRIST ANGLES
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Motorola reserves the right to make changes to any product to improve reliability, function, or design.
Motorola does not assume any product liability arising out of, or in connection with, the application or use
of any product, circuit, or application described herein. No license is granted, either expressly or by
implication, estoppel, or otherwise under any patent right or patent, covering or relating to any
combination, system, apparatus, machine, material, method, or process in which Motorola products might
be used. An implied license exists only for equipment, circuits, and subsystems contained in Motorola
products. MOTOROLA, the Stylized M Logo and Symbol and the Symbol logo are registered trademarks of
Motorola, Inc. Other product names mentioned in this manual may be trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective companies and are hereby acknowledged.
Motorola, Inc. One Motorola Plaza, Holtsville, N.Y. 11742-1300 • http://www.symbol.com
Warranty
For the complete Motorola hardware product warranty statement, go to:
http://www.symbol.com/warranty.
Patents
This product is covered by one or more patents. For patent information go to: http:// www.symbol.com/patents.
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 Motorola Enterprise Mobility Support at:
http:www.symbol.com/contactsupport.
For the latest version of this guide go to: http://www.symbol.com/manuals.
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)
AVOID BENDING
AVOID REACHING
REGULATORY INFORMATION
Ergonomic Recommendations
Caution: In order to avoid or minimize the potential risk
of ergonomic injury follow the recommendations below.
Consult with your local Health & Safety Manager to
ensure that you are adhering to your company's safety
programs to prevent employee injury.
•
Reduce or eliminate repetitive motion
• Maintain a natural position
• Reduce or eliminate excessive force
• Keep objects that are used frequently within easy reach
• Perform tasks at correct heights
• Reduce or eliminate vibration
• Reduce or eliminate direct pressure
• Provide adjustable workstations
• Provide adequate clearance
• Provide a suitable working environment
• Improve work procedures.
Regulatory Information
Symbol Technologies, Inc., the Enterprise Mobility business of Motorola, Inc. ("Motorola").
All Symbol devices are designed to be compliant with rules and regulations in locations they are sold
and will be labeled as required.
Any changes or modifications to Symbol Technologies equipment, not expressly approved by Symbol
Technologies, could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Laser Devices
Symbol products using lasers complies with 21CFR1040.10 and 1040.11,
EN60825-1:1994+ A1:2002 +A2:2001 and IEC60825-1:1993+A1:1997+A2:2001.
The laser classification is marked on one of the labels on the product.
Class 1 laser devices are not considered to be hazardous when used for their intended purpose.
The following statement is required to comply with US and international regulations:
Caution: Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified
herein may result in hazardous laser light exposure.
Class 2 laser scanners use a low power, visible light diode. As with any very bright light source, such as
the sun, the user should avoid staring directly into the light beam. Momentary exposure to a Class 2
laser is not known to be harmful.
Radio Frequency Interference Requirements
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to
comply comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device pursuant to Part15 of the FCC rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
Tested to comply
with FCC Standards
Motorola, Inc. One Motorola Plaza Holtsville, New York 11742, USA
1-800-927-9626 http://www.symbol.com
72-71882-01
Rev B August 2007
SYMBOL LS2208
http://www.symbol.com/ls2208
MOTOROLA and the Stylized M Logo and Symbol and the Symbol logo are registered
in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. All other product or service names are the property
of their respective owners. © Motorola, Inc. 2007
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Radio Frequency Interference Requirements – Canada
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Marking and European Economic Area (EEA)
Statement of Compliance
Symbol Technologies, Inc., hereby declares that this device is in compliance with all the applicable
Directives, 89/336/EEC, 73/23/EEC. A Declaration of Conformity may be obtained from
http://www2.symbol.com/doc
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