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The DS 6608 Product Reference Guide provides general instructions for setting up, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting the
DS 6608 Standard Range and DS 6608 High Density digital scanners.
Chapter Descriptions
•Chapter 1, Getting Started provides a product overview, unpacking instructions, and cable connection information.
•Chapter 2, Scanning describes parts of the digital scanner, beeper and LED definitions, and how to use the digital scanner
in hand-held and hands-free modes.
•Chapter 3, Maintenance and Technical Specifications provides information on how to care for the digital scanner,
troubleshooting, and technical specifications.
•Chapter 4, User Preferences provides programming bar codes for selecting user preference features for the digital scanner.
•Chapter 5, Decoding Preferences provides programming bar codes for selecting digital scanner preference features.
•Chapter 6, Keyboard Wedge Interface describes how to set up a Keyboard Wedge interface with the digital scanner.
•Chapter 7, RS-232 Interface describes how to set up the digital scanner with an RS-232 host, such as point-of-sale devices,
host computers, or other devices with an available RS-232 port.
•Chapter 8, USB Interface describes how to set up the digital scanner with a USB host.
•Chapter 9, IBM 468X/469X Interface describes how to set up the digital scanner with IBM 468X/469X POS systems.
•Chapter 10, Wand Emulation Interface describes how to set up the digital scanner with a Wand Emulation host when Wand
Emulation communication is needed.
•Chapter 11, Scanner Emulation Interface describes how to set up the digital scanner with an Undecoded Scanner Emulation
host.
•Chapter 12, 123 Scan describes the 123Scan PC-based scanner configuration tool, and provides the bar code to scan to
communicate with the 123Scan program.
•Chapter 13, Symbologies describes all symbology features and provides the programming bar codes necessary for selecting
these features for the digital scanner.
•Chapter 14, Miscellaneous Scanner Options includes commonly used bar codes to customize how data is transmitted to the
host device.
•Chapter 15, Advanced Data Formatting (ADF) describes how to customize scanned data before transmitting to the host.
•Chapter A, Standard Default Parameters provides a table of all host devices and miscellaneous scanner defaults.
•Chapter B, Programming Reference provides a table of AIM code identifiers, ASCII character conversions, and keyboard
maps.
•Chapter C, Sample Bar Codes includes sample bar codes.
•Chapter D, Numeric Bar Codes includes the numeric bar codes to scan for parameters requiring specific numeric values.
•Chapter E, ASCII Character Sets provides ASCII character value tables.
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Notational Conventions
The following conventions are used in this document:
•Bullets (•) indicate:
• action items
• lists of alternatives
• lists of required steps that are not necessarily sequential.
•Sequential lists (e.g., those that describe step-by-step procedures) appear as numbered lists.
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•Throughout the programming bar code menus, asterisks (*) are used to denote default parameter settings.
* Indicates Default
*Baud Rate 9600
Feature/Option
Related Publications
The DS 6608 Quick Start Guide, p/n 72-67311-xx, provides general information for getting started with the digital scanner, and
includes basic set up and operation instructions.
For the latest versions of the DS 6608 Quick Start Guide and Product Reference Guide go to:
http://www.symbol.com/manuals.
Service Information
If you have a problem with your equipment, contact the Symbol Support Center for your region. See page xvi for contact information.
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 during shipment if the approved shipping
container is not used. Shipping the units improperly can possibly void the warranty. If the original shipping
Note
container was not kept, contact Symbol to have another sent to you.
Symbol Support Center
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
Symbol Place
Winnersh Triangle, Berkshire RG41 5TP
United Kingdom
0800 328 2424 (Inside UK)
+44 118 945 7529 (Outside UK)
Canada
Symbol Technologies Canada, Inc.
2540 Matheson Boulevard East
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L4W 4Z2
905-629-7226
Asia/Pacific
Symbol Technologies Asia, Inc (Singapore Branch)
230 Victoria Street #05-07/09
Bugis Junction Office Tower
Singapore 188024
Tel : +65-6796-9600
Fax : +65-6337-6488
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Australia
Symbol Technologies Pty. Ltd.
432 St. Kilda Road
Melbourne, Victoria 3004
1-800-672-906 (Inside Australia)
+61-3-9866-6044 (Outside Australia)
Denmark/Danmark
Symbol Technologies AS
Dr. Neergaardsvej 3
2970 Hørsholm
7020-1718 (Inside Denmark)
+45-7020-1718 (Outside Denmark)
Finland/Suomi
Oy Symbol Technologies
Kaupintie 8 A 6
FIN-00440 Helsinki, Finland
9 5407 580 (Inside Finland)
+358 9 5407 580 (Outside Finland)
Symbol Technologies Austria GmbH
Prinz-Eugen Strasse 70 / 2.Haus
1040 Vienna, Austria
01-5055794-0 (Inside Austria)
+43-1-5055794-0 (Outside Austria)
Europe/Mid-East Distributor Operations
Contact your local distributor or call
+44 118 945 7360
France
Symbol Technologies France
Centre d'Affaire d'Antony
3 Rue de la Renaissance
92184 Antony Cedex, France
01-40-96-52-21 (Inside France)
+33-1-40-96-52-50 (Outside France)
Italy/Italia
Symbol Technologies Italia S.R.L.
Via Cristoforo Columbo, 49
20090 Trezzano S/N Navigilo
Milano, Italy
2-484441 (Inside Italy)
+39-02-484441 (Outside Italy)
Latin America Sales Support
2730 University Dr.
Coral Springs, FL 33065 USA
1-800-347-0178 (Inside United States)
+1-954-255-2610 (Outside United States)
954-340-9454 (Fax)
Netherlands/Nederland
Symbol Technologies
Kerkplein 2, 7051 CX
Postbus 24 7050 AA
Varsseveld, Netherlands
315-271700 (Inside Netherlands)
+31-315-271700 (Outside Netherlands)
Mexico/México
Symbol Technologies Mexico Ltd.
Torre Picasso
Boulevard Manuel Avila Camacho No 88
Lomas de Chapultepec CP 11000
Mexico City, DF, Mexico
5-520-1835 (Inside Mexico)
+52-5-520-1835 (Outside Mexico)
Norway/Norge
Symbol’s registered and mailing address:
Symbol Technologies Norway
Hoybratenveien 35 C
N-1055 OSLO, Norway
Symbol’s repair depot and shipping address:
Symbol Technologies Norway
Enebakkveien 123
N-0680 OSLO, Norway
+47 2232 4375
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South Africa
Symbol Technologies Africa Inc.
Block B2
Rutherford Estate
1 Scott Street
Waverly 2090 Johannesburg
Republic of South Africa
11-809 5311 (Inside South Africa)
+27-11-809 5311 (Outside South Africa)
Sweden/Sverige
“Letter” address:
Symbol Technologies AB
Box 1354
S-171 26 SOLNA
Sweden
Visit/shipping address:
Symbol Technologies AB
Solna Strandväg 78
S-171 54 SOLNA
Sweden
Spain/España
Symbol Technologies S.L.
Avenida de Bruselas, 22
Edificio Sauce
Alcobendas, Madrid 28108
Spain
91 324 40 00 (Inside Spain)
+34 91 324 40 00 (Outside Spain)
Fax: +34.91.324.4010
The DS 6608 combines superior 1D and 2D omnidirectional bar code scanning and advanced ergonomics to provide the best value in
a digital scanner. Whether in hand-held mode or hands-free mode in a stand, the digital scanner ensures comfort and ease of use for
extended periods of time.
Figure 1-1. DS 6608 Digital Scanner
The digital scanner supports:
•Keyboard Wedge connection to a host. The host interprets scanned data as keystrokes. This interface supports the following
international keyboards (for Windows
Swedish, UK English, Portuguese-Brazilian, and Japanese.
•Standard RS-232 connection to a host. Scan bar code menus to set up proper communication of the digital scanner with the
host.
•USB connection to a host. The digital scanner autodetects a USB host and defaults to the HID keyboard interface type. Select
other USB interface types by scanning programming bar code menus.This interface supports the following international
keyboards (for Windows
English, Portuguese-Brazilian, and Japanese.
•Connection to IBM 468X/469X hosts. Scan bar code menus to set up communication of the digital scanner with the IBM
terminal.
•Wand Emulation connection to a host. The digital scanner is connected to a portable data terminal, a controller, or host
which collects the data as wand data and decodes it.
•Scanner Emulation connection to a host. The digital scanner is connected to a portable data terminal, a controller which
collects the data and interprets it for the host.
•Synapse capability which allows connection to a wide variety of host systems using a Synapse and Synapse adapter cable.
The digital scanner autodetects the host.
•Configuration via 123Scan.
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environment): North America, German, French, French Canadian, Spanish, Italian, Swedish, UK
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environment): North America, German, French, French Canadian, Spanish, Italian,
Unpacking
Remove the digital scanner from its packing and inspect it for damage. If the digital scanner was damaged in transit, call the Symbol
Support Center at one of the telephone numbers listed on page xvi. KEEP THE PACKING. It is the approved shipping container; use
this to return the equipment for servicing.
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Setting Up the Digital Scanner
Installing the Interface Cable
1.Plug the interface cable modular connector into the cable interface port on the bottom of the scanner handle. (See Figure 1-
2.)
2.Gently tug the cable to ensure the connector is properly secured.
3.Connect the other end of the interface cable to the host (see the specific host chapter for information on host connections).
Clip
Cable interface port
Interface cable modular connector
To ho st
Figure 1-2. Installing the Cable
Different cables are required for different hosts. The connectors illustrated in each host chapter are
examples only. Connectors vary from those illustrated, but the steps to connect the digital scanner remain
Note
the same.
Removing the Interface Cable
1.Using the tip of a screwdriver, depress the cable’s modular connector clip.
Figure 1-3. Removing the Cable
2.Carefully slide out the cable.
3.Follow the steps for Installing the Interface Cable on page 1-4 to connect a new cable.
Getting Started 1-5
Connecting a Synapse Cable Interface
Refer to the Synapse Interface Guide provided with the Synapse cable for detailed setup instructions.
Note
Symbol’s Synapse Smart Cables enable interfacing to a variety of hosts. The Synapse cable has built-in intelligence to detect that
host.
To ho st
Synapse Adapter Cable
Synapse Smart Cable
To digital scanner
Figure 1-4. Synapse Cable Connection
1.Plug the Synapse adapter cable (p/n 25-32463-xx) into the bottom of the digital scanner, as described in Installing the
Interface Cable on page 1-4.
2.Align the ‘S’ on the Synapse adapter cable with the ‘S’ on the Synapse Smart Cable and plug the cable in.
3.Connect the other end of the Synapse Smart Cable to the host.
Connecting Power (if required)
If the host does not provide power to the digital scanner, connect an external power supply to the digital scanner:
1.Connect the interface cable to the bottom of the digital scanner, as described in Installing the Interface Cable on page 1-4.
2.Connect the other end of the interface cable to the host (refer to the host manual to locate the correct port).
3.Plug the power supply into the power jack on the interface cable. Plug the other end of the power supply into an AC outlet.
Configuring the Digital Scanner
To configure the digital scanner, use the bar codes included in this manual, or the 123Scan configuration program.
See Chapter 4, User Preferences for information about programming the digital scanner using bar code menus. Also see each host-
specific chapter to set up connection to a specific host type.
See Chapter 12, 123 Scan to configure the digital scanner using this configuration program. A help file is available in the program.
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Mounting the Digital Scanner
Desk Mount
Use the optional desk mount for convenient and protective placement of the digital scanner on a flat surface. Simply place the mount
on the surface. The rubber feet hold the mount securely in place when inserting and removing the digital scanner.
Figure 1-5. Inserting the Digital Scanner in the Desk Mount
The desk mount can also be secured to a desk surface by inserting two screws* appropriate for the mounting surface through the
screw holes of the desk mount, and into the surface. The desk mount can be screwed onto the surface with or without the rubber feet.
*The recommended screws are two #6 screws (5/8” long).
Wall Mount
To use the optional wall mount to mount the digital scanner on a wall, place the mount in the desired location on the wall and secure
by inserting two screws* appropriate for the mounting surface through the screw holes on the mount, and into the surface. Insert the
digital scanner into the mount as shown.
Figure 1-6. Securing the Wall Mount
*The recommended screws are two #6 screws (1” long) and two #6 washers.
For convenience, print this page and use the template below for mounting hole locations.
This chapter provides beeper and LED definitions, techniques involved in scanning bar codes, general instructions and tips about
scanning, and decode zone diagrams.
LED
Beeper
Scan Window
Tr ig ge r
Figure 2-1. Parts
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Beeper Definitions
The digital scanner issues different beep sequences and patterns to indicate status. Table 2-1 defines beep sequences that occur
during both normal scanning and while programming the digital scanner.
Table 2-1. Beeper Definitions
Beeper SequenceIndication
Standard Use
Low/medium/high beepsPower up.
Short high beepA bar code symbol was decoded (if decode beeper is enabled).
4 long low beepsA transmission error was detected in a scanned symbol. The data is ignored. This occurs if the digital scanner is not
properly configured. Check option setting.
5 low beepsConversion or format error.
Lo/hi/lo beepsADF transmit error. See Chapter 15, Advanced Data Formatting.
Hi/hi/hi/lo beepsRS-232 receive error.
Parameter Menu Scanning
Short high beepCorrect entry scanned or correct menu sequence performed.
Lo/hi beepsInput error; incorrect bar code, programming sequence, or Cancel scanned;
remain in ADF program mode.
Hi/lo beepsKeyboard parameter selected. Enter value using numeric bar codes.
Hi/lo/hi/lo beepsSuccessful program exit with change in parameter setting.
Low/hi/low/hi beepsOut of host parameter storage space. Scan Set Default Parameter on page 4-5.
Code 39 Buffering
Hi/lo beepsNew Code 39 data was entered into the buffer.
3 long high beepsCode 39 buffer is full.
Lo/hi/lo beepsThe Code 39 buffer was erased or there was an attempt to clear or transmit an empty buffer.
Lo/hi beepsA successful transmission of buffered data.
Macro PDF
2 long low beeps
3 long low beeps Out of memory. There is not enough buffer space to store the current MPDF symbol.
4 long low beeps Bad symbology. Scanned a 1D or 2D bar code in a MPDF sequence, a duplicate MPDF label, a label in an incorrect order,
5 long low beeps Flushing MPDF buffer.
Fast warble beepAborting MPDF sequence.
Lo/Hi beepsFlushing an already empty MPDF buffer.
ADF Programming: Normal Data Entry. Duration of tones are short.
Hi/Lo beepsEnter another digit. Add leading zeros to the front if necessary.
Lo/Lo beepsEnter another alphabetic character or scan the End of Message bar code.
Hi/Hi beepsEnter another criterion or action, or scan the Save Rule bar code.
File ID error. A bar code not in the current MPDF sequence was scanned.
or trying to transmit an empty or illegal MPDF field.
Hi/Lo/Hi/Lo beepsRule saved. Rule entry mode exited.
Hi/Lo/Lo beepsAll criteria or actions cleared for current rule, continue entering rule.
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