Symbol Technologies, Inc.
One Symbol Plaza
Holtsville, N.Y. 11742-1300
http://www.symbol.com
Patents
This product is covered by one or more of t he patents listed on the website:
www.symbol.com/patents.
Warranty
Subject to the terms of Symbol's hardware warranty statement, the LS 4278 hand held scanner products are warranted
against defects in workmanship and materials for a period of three years from the date of shipment. The Liquid
Polymer scan element includes an unp recedented limited lifetime warranty.
For the complete Symbol hardware product warr anty statement, go to:
http://www.symbol.com/warranty.
Translated Guides
Pour consulter la version traduite de ce guide, reportez-vous au CD du LS4278 ou visitez le site Web
ci-dessous
Per ottenere una versione tradotta della presente guida, consultare il CD LS4278 oppure visitare il
sito Web riportato sotto.
Die übersetzte Version dieser Kurzübersicht finden Sie auf der CD-ROM zum LS4278 oder auf der
folgenden Website.
Podrá encontrar la versión traducida de esta guía en el CD del LS4278 o bien en la siguiente página
Web.
Para obter uma versão traduzida deste guia, consulte o CD do LS4278 ou visite o site abaixo.
各国語版のガイドについては、LS4278 CD を参照するか、以下の Web サイトに
アクセスしてください。
有关本指南的译文版本,请参见 LS4278 CD 或访问以下网站。
본 설명서의 번역본은 LS4278 CD 또는 아래 주소의 웹 사이트에서 확인할 수 있습
니다 .
http://www.symbol.com/manuals.
Introduction
The LS4278 scanner combines excellent scanning performance and advanced
ergonomics to provide the best value in a lightweight laser scanner. Whether used as a
hand-held scanner or in hands-free mode in a stand, the scanner ensures comfort and
ease of use for extended periods of time. Before programming the scanner, scan the
appropriate bar code(s), beginning on page 6, to communicate with the host.
Parts
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Scan
Window
Scan
Trigger
Battery Insertion/Removal
12
LED
Beeper
Connect
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Scanner Insertion in Cradle
Table Top
Wall Mount
hook
facing
up
Aiming
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Scanning
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012345
012345
012345
012345
Beeper Definitions
The scanner issues different beep sequences and patterns to indicate status. The table
below defines beep sequences that occur during both normal scanning and while
programming the scanner.
Beeper SequenceIndication
Standard Use
Low/medium/high beepsPower up.
High beepA bar code symbol was decoded (if decode beeper is enabled).
Four long low beepsA transmission error was detected in a scanned symbol. The
Five low long beepsConversion or format error.
Low/high/low beepsADF transmit error.
High/high/high/low beepsRS-232 receive error.
Parameter Menu Scanning
Long low/long high beepsInput error, incorrect bar code or “Cancel” scanned, wrong en-
High/low beepsKeyboard parameter selected. Enter value using bar code key-
High/low/high/low beepsSuccessful program exit with change in the parameter setting.
Long low/long high/long low/long high
beeps
Wireless Operation
High/low/high/low beepsPairing bar code scanned.
data is ignored. This occurs if a unit is not properly configured.
Check option setting.
try, incorrect bar code programming sequence; remain in program mode.
pad.
Out of host parameter storage space. Scan Set Defaults on
page 6.
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Beeper SequenceIndication
Low/high beepsBluetooth connection established.
High/low beepsBluetooth disconnection event.
Long low/long high beepsPage timeout; remote device is out of range/not powered.
Long low/long high/long low/long high
beeps
Code 39 Buffering
High/low beepsNew Code 39 data was entered into the buffer.
Three long high beepCode 39 buffer is full.
Low/high/low beepsThe Code 39 buffer was erased or there was an attempt to
Low/high beepsA successful transmission of buffered data.
Host Specific
USB only
Four high beepsScanner has not completed initialization. Wait several sec-
Scanner gives a power-up beep after
scanning a USB Device Type.
This power-up beep occurs more than
once.
RS-232 only
High beepA <BEL> character is received and Beep on <BEL> is enabled.
Connection attempt was rejected by remote device.
clear or transmit an empty buffer.
onds and scan again.
Communication with the bus must be established before the
scanner can operate at the highest power level.
The USB bus may put the scanner in a state where power to
the scanner is cycled on and off more than once. This is normal
and usually happens when the host PCcold boots.
LED Definitions
In addition to beeper sequences, the scanner communicates with the user using a twocolor LED display. The table below defines LED colors that display during scanning and
charging.
Scanning LEDIndication
Green FlashA bar code was successfully decoded.
Charging LEDIndication
Green - Slow Continuous FlashNon-critical battery temperature fault.
Green - Fast Continuous FlashScanner is charging.
Green - Solid Scanner is fully charged.
Amber - Continuous FlashCritical battery temperature fault.
Troubleshooting
ProblemPossible CausePossible Solutions
LED indicates a battery
temperature fault.
Nothing happens when
the trigger is pulled.
Laser comes on, but symbol does not decode.
Symbol is decoded but
not transmitted to the
host.
Battery is above or below
normal operating temperature.
No power to the scanner.Battery may be discharged; charge scanner in
Scanner is disabled.Some host interfaces (e.g., Synapse, IBM-
Scanner is not programmed for the correct
bar code type.
Bar code symbol is unreadable.
Distance between scanner
and bar code is incorrect.
Cradle is not programmed
for the correct host interface.
Scanner not paired to
host-connected interface.
Interface cable is loose.Ensure all cable connections are secure.
Cradle has lost connection
to host.
Do not use the scanner. Move the scanner to a
location within normal operating temperature.
The scanner can remain in the cradle while the
battery warms or cools to normal operating
temperature. Refer to the Product Reference Guide for more information.
cradle.
Check that battery door is closed
Ensure that end cap to battery chamber is secured.
468x) can disable the scanner. If this applies,
enable the scanner via the host interface.
Ensure the scanner is programmed to read the
type of bar code scanned.
Refer to the Product Reference Guide for more
information.
Check the symbol to ensure it is not defaced.
Try scanning test symbols of the same bar code
type.
Move the scanner closer to or further from the
bar code.
Check scanner host parameters or edit options.
Pair the scanner to the cradle (using PAIR bar
code on the cradle).
In this exact order: disconnect power supply;
disconnect host cable; wait three seconds; reconnect host cable; reconnect power supply;
reestablish pairing.
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ProblemPossible CausePossible Solutions
Scanned data is incorrectly displayed on the
host.
Scanner is not programmed to work with the
host.
Ensure proper host is selected.
Check the scanner’s host type parameters or
editing options.
• For RS-232, ensure the scanner’s
communication parameters match the
host’s settings.
• For a keyboard wedge configuration,
ensure the system is programmed for the
correct keyboard type, and the CAPS
LOCK key is off.
Ensure editing options (e.g., UPC-E to UPC-A
conversion) are properly programmed.
Refer to the Product Reference Guide for more
information.
Programming Bar Codes
Following are some frequently used programming bar codes.
Note: For additional host types, refer to the LS4278 Product Reference Guide,
p/n 72E-69834-xx, available on the LS4278 CD, or on the Symbol website:
http://www.symbol.com/manuals.
Set Defaults
Scan SET DEFAULTS to set all parameters to their default values.
SET DEFAULTS
Scanning Modes
Scan the appropriate bar code below to determine the scanning pattern.
• SINGLE LINE ONLY - No up and down scan line movement (no raster).
• MULTI-LINE SMARTRASTER - The scan line begins as a single line and moves up
and down (rasters) when a partial scan of a bar code is detected, or no bar code is
decoded 500 ms after the trigger is pulled.
• MULTI-LINEALWAYS RASTER (default) - Rastering (up and down scan line
movement) begins immediately.
SINGLE LINE ONLY
Scanning Modes (continued)
MULTI-LINE SMART RASTER
MULTI-LINE ALWAYS RASTER (Default)
Host Types
If a Synapse cable is used (i.e., part number STIxx-xxxx), the scanner autodetects the
Synapse cable and there is no need to scan bar codes to enable the Synapse host.
If a USB interface is used, the scanner autodetects the USB and defaults to the HID
keyboard interface. See page 11 to select the IBM hand-held host type.
If a Keyboard Wedge, RS-232, Wand Emulation, Scanner Emulation, or IBM 46XX is
used, the appropriate host type must be scanned. Select the appropriate host type from
the bar codes that follow.
Keyboard Wedge Host Type
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IBM PC/AT and IBM PC COMPATIBLES
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Country Keyboard Types (Country Codes)
FRENCH Windows
FRENCH CANADIAN Windows XP/2000
NORTH AMERICAN (Default)
FRENCH CANADIAN Windows 95/98
SPANISH Windows
GERMAN Windows
ITALIAN Windows
Country Keyboard Types (Country Codes- continued)
SWEDISH Windows
UK ENGLISH Windows
JAPANESE Windows
PORTUGUESE-BRAZILIAN Windows
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RS-232 Host Types
ICL RS-232
NIXDORF RS-232 MODE B
STANDARD RS-232
NIXDORF RS-232 MODE A
FUJITSU RS-232
USB Host Types
OPOS/JPOS
HID KEYBOARD EMULATION
IBM HAND-HELD USB
IBM 46XX Host Types
PORT 5B
PORT 9B
Wand Emulation Host Type
SYMBOL WAND
Many Wand hosts require input as Code 39 data. Scan the following bar codes to enable
or disable transmission of data to the Wand host as Code 39 data.
ENABLE CONVERT TO CODE 39 FOR WAND HOST
DISABLE CONVERT TO CODE 39 FOR WAND HOST (Default)
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Scanner Emulation Host Type
Scan the bar code below to enable the Scanner Emulation host.
ENABLE SCANNER EMULATION HOST
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Radio Communications Host Types
Scan a bar code below to choose how the scanner connects to a remote device. Scan
Cradle Host if connecting to the STB4278 cradle.
CRADLE HOST
SERIAL PORT PROFILE (MASTER)
SERIAL PORT PROFILE (SLAVE)
HID PROFILE (MASTER)
HID PROFILE (SLAVE)
Pairing
When the scanner is configured as an SPP or HID Master, a 'pairing bar code' must be
created for the remote Bluetooth device to which the scanner can connect. The Bluetooth
address of the remote device must be known. Pairing bar codes are Code 128 bar codes.
The format is: <Fnc 3>Bxxxxxxxxxxxx (where xxxxxxxxxxxx represents the 12-character
Bluetooth address).
Pairing Modes
When operating with the cradle, two modes of pairing are supported:
• Locked Pairing Mode - When a cradle is paired (connected) to the scanner, any
attempt to connect to a different scanner, by scanning the pairing bar code on the
cradle or by inserting it into the cradle with Pairing on Contacts enabled, is
rejected. The currently connected scanner maintains its connection.
• Unlocked Pairing Mode - A new scanner can be paired (connected) to a cradle at
any time by scanning the pairing bar code on the cradle or by inserting it into the
cradle with Pairing On Contacts enabled. The original scanner is disconnected from
the cradle in favor of the new one.
Note: Unlocked Pairing Mode is supported in single Point-to-Point mode
only. Refer to the Product Reference Guide for more information.
UNLOCKED PAIRING MODE (Default)
LOCKED PAIRING MODE
Pairing Methods
There are two pairing methods. The default method pairs (connects) the scanner and
cradle when the pairing bar code on the cradle is scanned. A second method pairs the
scanner and cradle when the scanner is inserted in the cradle. To enable this feature,
scan Enable Pair On Contacts below. With this feature enabled it is not necessary to
scan the pairing bar code on the cradle. If the pairing is successful, a low/high
connection beep sequence sounds a few seconds after the scanner is placed in the
cradle.
ENABLE PAIR ON CONTACTS
DISABLE PAIR ON CONTACTS (Default)
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Carriage Return/Line Feed
To append a carriage return/line feed to all transmitted data, scan the following bar
codes in the order shown. To cancel this operation, the SET DEFAULTS bar code on
page 6, or refer to the Product Reference Guide.
SCAN OPTIONS
<DATA><SUFFIX>
ENTER
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Ergonomic Recommendations
Caution: In order to avoid or minimize the pote ntial risk of ergonomic injury follow the recommendations below.
Consult with your local Health & Safety Manager to ensure that you ar e adhering to your company's safety programs
to prevent employee injury.
• Reduce or eliminate repetitive m otion• Reduce or eliminate direct pressur e
• Maintain a natural/neutral position• Provide adjustable workstations
• Reduce or eliminate excessive force• Provide adequate clearance
• Keep objects that are used frequently within e asy reach• Provide a suitable working environment
• Perform tasks at correct heights• Improve work procedures.
• Reduce or eliminate vibration
Regulatory Information
All Symbol devices are designed to be compliant wi th rules and regulations in locations they are sold and will be
labeled as required. Any changes or modi fications to Symbol Technologies equipment, not expressly approved by
Symbol Technologies, could void the user's authority to operate the equip ment.
Regulatory Information is available in French, Italian, German, Spanish (Spa in), Portuguese, Japanese, Korean, and
Simplified Chinese. Please see Web site:
http:// www.symbol.com/manuals and look for your specific product.
Country Approval
Regulatory markings are applied to the device signifying the radio (s) are approved for use in the following countries:
United States, Canada, Australia, Japan & Eur ope1.
Please refer to the Symbol Declar ation of Conformity (DoC) for details of other country markings. This is available at
http://www2.symbol.com/doc/.
Note: For 2.4GHz Products: Eur ope includes, Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Croatia, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia,
Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg,
Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovak Republic, Slovenia , Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the United
Kingdom.
Radio Modules
The LS4278 Scanners contain an approved radio module. This module is the Symbol Bluetooth radio Type: LMX5452.
Bluetooth Devices
This product is an approved Bluetooth device. BT ID: BTXXXXX.
Operation of the device without regulatory approval is illegal.
Power Supply
Use only a Symbol-approved power supply (p/ n 50-14000-008, 50-14000-009 or 50-14000-010) output rated 5 VD VC
and minimum 650mA. The power supply is cer tified to EN60950 with SELV outputs. Use of alternative power supply
will invalidate any approval given to this device and may be dangerous.
Benutzen Sie nur eine Symbol Technologies genehmigt Stromversorgu ng (p/n 50-14000-008, 50-14000-009, 50-14000-
010) in den Ausgabe: 5 VDVC und minimum 65 0mA. Die Stromversorgung ist bescheinigt nach EN60950 mit SELV
Ausgaben. Bei Verwendung eines anderen Netzteils werden a lle für das Gerät gewährten Genehmigungen außer Kraft
gesetzt, und der Betrieb kann gefährlich sein.
FCC / EU RF Exposure Guidelines
Safety Information
The device complies with Internationally recognised standards covering Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) related to
human exposure to electromagnetic fields from radio devices.
Reducing RF Exposure – Use Properly
e
It is advisable to use the device only in the no rmal operating position.
Hand Held Devices:
To comply with FCC RF exposure requirements, this device must be operated in the han d. Other operating
configurations should be avoided.
Radio Frequency Interference Requirements
Radio Transmitters (Part 15)
Tested to comply
with FCC Standards
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is su bject to the following
two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Radio Frequency Interference Requirements - Canada
Radio Transmitters
This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry & Science Canada. Operation is subject to the following two condi tions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired opera tion.
Label Marking: The Term "IC:" before the radio certification only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications
were met.
Marking and European Economic Area (EEA)
Bluetooth for use through the EEA have the following restrictions:
•Maximum radiated transmit power of 10mW EIRP in the frequency range 2.400 -2.4835 GHz
•Belgium outside usage, the equipment is restricted to 2.460 -2.4835 GHz frequency range
•Italy requires a user license for outside usag e.
Statement of Compliance
Symbol Technologies, Inc., hereby, declares that this device is in compliance with the essent ial requirements and other
relevant provisions of Directives 1999/5/EC, 89/336/EEC and 73/23/EEC. Declaration of Confor mities may be obtained
from http://www2.symbol.com/doc/.
Laser Labels
In accordance with Clause 5, IEC 825 and EN60825, the following information is provided to the us
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ENGLISH
CLASS 1CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
CLASS 2 LASER LIGHT
DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM
CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT
DANISH / DANSK
KLASSE 1 KLASSE 1 LASERPRODUKT
KLASSE 2 LASERLYF
KLASSE 2 LASERPRODUKT
DUTCH / NEDERLANDS
KLASSE 1KLASSE-1 LASERPRODUKT
KLASSE 2LASERLICHT
NIET IN STRAAL STARENLASERPRODUKT,
KLASSE-2 LASERPRODUKT
FINNISH / SUOMI
LUOKKA 1LUOKKA 1 LASERTUOTE
LUOKKA 2LASERVALO
ÄLÄ TUIJOTA SÄDETTÄ
LUOKKA 2 LASERTUOTE
HEBREW
ITALIAN / ITALIANO
CLASSE 1P RODOTTO AL LASER DI CLASSE 1
CLASSE 2LUCE LASER
SE IKKE IND I STRÅLENNON FISSARE IL RAGGIOPRODOTTO
AL LASER DI CLASSE 2
NORWEGIAN / NORSK
KLASSE 1LASERPRODUKT,KLASSE 1
KLASSE 2LASERLYS IKKE STIRR INN I LYSSTRÅLEN
LASERPRODUKT, KLASSE 2
PORTUGUESE / PORTUGUÊS
CLASSE 1P RODUTO LASER DA CLASSE 1
CLASSE 2LUZ DE LASER NÃO FIXAR O RAIO LUMINOSO
PRODUTO LASER DA CLASSE 2
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FRENCH / FRANÇAIS
CLASSE 1PR ODUIT LASER DE CLASSE 1
CLASSE 2LUM IERE LASER
NE PAS REGARDER LE RAYON FIXEMENT
PRODUIT LASER DE CLASSE 2
GERMAN / DEUTCH
KLASSE 1LASE RPRODUKT DER KLASSE 1
KLASSE 2LASE RSTRAHLEN
NICHT DIREKT IN DEN LASERSTRAHL SCHAUEN
LASERPRODUKT DER KLASSE 2
CHINESE / ㅔԧЁ᭛
1㉏1㉏▔ܝѻક
2㉏▔ܝ
ߛ࣓⊼㾚ܝᴳ
2㉏▔ܝѻક
KOREAN /G䚐ạ㛨
X☥ἽGX☥ἽG⤼㢨㤴G㥐䖼
Y☥ἽG⤼㢨㤴Gṅ㉔
G㢨Gṅ㉔㡸G㨰㐐䚌㫴G⫼㐡㐐㝘U
GY☥ἽG⤼㢨㤴G㥐䖼
SPANISH / ESPAÑOL
CLASE 1PRODUCTO LASER DE LA CLASE 1
CLASE 2LUZ LASER
NO MIRE FIJAMENTE EL HAZ
PRODUIT LASER DE CLASSE 2
SWEDISH / SVENSKA
KLASS 1LASERPRODUKT KLASS 1
KLASS 2LASERLJUS STIRRA INTE MOT STRÅLEN
LASERPRODUKT KLASS 2
JAPANESE / ᣣᧄ⺆
ࠢࠬޓࠢࠬࠩຠ
ࠢࠬޓࠩశ✢
శ✢ࠍ⋥ⷞߒߥߢߊߛߐ
ࠢࠬࠩຠ
Laser Devices
Complies with: 21CFR1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No. 50,
dated July 26, 2001. EN60825-1:1994+ A1:2002 +A2:2001, IEC60825-1993+A1:1997+A2:2001.
Class 1 Laser devices are not considered to be h azardous 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 bea m. Momentary exposure to a Class 2 laser is not known to be
harmful.
Scanner Labeling
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)
English: For EU Customers: All products at the end of their life must be returned to Symbol for recycling. For
information on how to return prod uct, please go to:
http://www.symbol.com/environmental_compliance.
Dansk: Til kunder i EU: Alle produkter skal returneres til Symbol til recirkulering, når de er udtjent. Læs oplysningerne
om returnering af produkter på: http://w ww.symbol.com/environmental_compliance.
Deutsch: Für Kunden innerhalb der EU: Alle Prod ukte müssen am Ende ihrer Lebensdauer zum Recycling an Symbol
zurückgesandt werden. Informationen zur Rü cksendung von Produkten finden Sie unter http://www.symbol.com/
environmental_compliance.
Eesti: EL klientidele: kõik tooted tuleb nende e luea lõppedes tagastada taaskasutamise eesmärgil Symbol'ile.
Lisainformatsiooni saamiseks toote tagasta mise kohta külastage palun aadressi: http ://www.symbol.com/
environmental_compliance.
Español: Para clientes en la Unión Europea: todos los product os deberán entregarse a Symbol al final de su ciclo de
vida para que sean reciclados. Si desea más informa ción sobre cómo devolver un producto, visite: http://
www.symbol.com/environmental_compliance.
Français : Clients de l'Union Européenne : Tous les produits en fin de cycle de vie doivent être retournés à Symbol
pour recyclage. Pour de plus amples informations sur le retour de produits, consultez : http://www.symbol.com/
environmental_compliance.
Italiano: per i clienti dell'UE: tutti i prodotti che sono giunti al termine del rispettivo ciclo di vita devono essere
restituiti a Symbol al fine di consentirne il riciclaggio. Per informazioni sulle modalità di restituzione, visitare il
seguente sito Web: http://www.symbol.com/environmental_compliance.
Magyar: Az EU-ban vásárlóknak: Minden tö nkrement terméket a Symbol vállalathoz kell eljuttatni újrahasznosítás
céljából. A termék visszajuttatásának módjával kapcsolatos tudniva lókért látogasson el a http://www.symbol.com/
environmental_compliance webo ldalra.
Nederlands: Voor klanten in de EU: alle producten dienen aan het einde van hun levensduur naar Symbol te worden
teruggezonden voor recycling. Raadpleeg http://www.symbol.com/environmental_compliance voor meer informatie
over het terugzenden van producten.
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Português: Para clientes da UE: todos os produto s no fim de vida devem ser devolvidos à Symbol para reciclagem.
Para obter informações sobre como devolver o produto, visite: http://www.symbol.com/environmental_compliance.
Slovenski: Za kupce v EU: vsi izdelki se morajo po poteku življ enjske dobe vrniti podjetju Symbol za reciklažo. Za
informacije o vraèilu izdelka obišèite : http://www.symbol.com/environmental_compliance.
Suomi: Asiakkaat Euroopan unionin alueella: Kai kki tuotteet on palautettava kierrätettävä ksi Symbol-yhtiöön, kun
tuotetta ei enää käytetä. Lisätietoja tuot teen palauttamisesta on osoitteessa http://www.symbol.com/
environmental_compliance.
Svenska: För kunder inom EU: Alla produkter som uppnått sin livslängd måste returneras till Symbol för återvinning.
Information om hur du returnerar produkten finns på http://www.symbol.com/environmental_compliance.
Service Information
Before you use the unit, it must be configured to operate in your facility’s network and
run your applications.
If you have a problem running your unit or using your equipment, contact your facility’s
Technical or Systems Support. If there is a problem with the equipment, they will contact
the Symbol Support Center::
United States1-800-653-5350Canada905-629-7226
United Kingdom 0800 328 2424 (Inside UK)