Symbol Technologies LS 9208 User Manual

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LS 9208

Product Reference Guide

LS 9208

Product Reference Guide

72-60833-01

Revision A

March 2003

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About This Guide

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .xi

Chapter Descriptions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .xi

Notational Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiii

Related Publications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiii

Service Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiii

Symbol Support Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiv

Chapter 1. Getting Started

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

Unpacking Your Scanner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

Setting Up the Scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

Installing the Interface Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

Connecting Power (if required). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4

Synapse Interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4

Connecting a Synapse Cable Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

Configuring Your Scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

Removing the Interface Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7

Chapter 2. Scanning

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Scanning in Single-Line Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2

Scanning in Omni Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3

Beeper Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7

Selecting Beeper Volume using Trigger. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8

LED Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9

Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10

Decode Zone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11

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Chapter 3. Maintenance and Technical Specifications

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

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

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

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

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

Chapter 4. User Preferences

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

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

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

User Preferences Default Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3

User Preferences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5

Set Default Parameter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5

Beeper Tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-6

Beeper Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-7

Volume Change Trigger Delay. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-8

Laser On Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-9

Beep After Good Decode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-10

Low Power Blink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11

Scan Pattern Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-12

Single-Line Aim Duration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-13

Timeout Between Decodes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-15

Time Delay to Low Power Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-16

Linear UPC/EAN Decode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-18

Chapter 5. Keyboard Wedge Interface

Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-1

Connecting a Keyboard Wedge Interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-2

Keyboard Wedge Default Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-3

Keyboard Wedge Host Types. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-4

Keyboard Wedge Host Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4

Keyboard Wedge Country Types (Country Codes). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-6

Ignore Unknown Characters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-10

Keystroke Delay. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-11

Intra-Keystroke Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-12

Alternate Numeric Keypad Emulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-13

Caps Lock On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-14

Caps Lock Override. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-15

Convert Wedge Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-16

Function Key Mapping. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-17

Contents

FN1 Substitution. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-18

Send Make Break. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-19

OnKeyboard Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-20

ASCII Character Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-23

Chapter 6. RS-232 Interface

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

Connecting an RS-232 Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2

RS-232 Default Parameters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2

RS-232 Host Parameters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4

RS-232 Host Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6

Baud Rate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9

Parity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-11

Check Receive Errors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13

Hardware Handshaking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-14

Software Handshaking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-17

Host Serial Response Time-out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-20

RTS Line State. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-22

Stop Bit Select . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-23

Data Bits. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-24

Beep on <BEL> . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-25

Intercharacter Delay. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-26

Nixdorf Beep/LED Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-28

Ignore Unknown Characters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-29

ASCII / Character Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-30

Chapter 7. USB Interface

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

Connecting a USB Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2

USB Default Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4

USB Host Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-5

USB Device Type. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-5

USB Country Keyboard Types (Country Codes) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-6

USB Keystroke Delay. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-10

USB CAPS Lock Override . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-11

USB Ignore Unknown Characters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-12

Emulate Keypad. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-13

USB Keyboard FN1 Substitution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-14

Function Key Mapping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-15

Simulated Caps Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-16

Convert Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-17

ASCII Character Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-18

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Chapter 8. IBM 468X/469X Interface

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

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

IBM Default Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-3

IBM 468X/469X Host Parameters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-4

Port Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-4

Convert Unknown to Code 39 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-6

Chapter 9. Wand Emulation Interface

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

Connecting Using Wand Emulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-2

Wand Emulation Default Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-3

Wand Emulation Host Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-4

Wand Emulation Host Types. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-4

Leading Margin (Quiet Zone). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-5

Polarity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-6

Ignore Unknown Characters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-7

Convert All Bar Codes to Code 39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-8

Convert Code 39 to Full ASCII . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-9

Chapter 10. 123Scan

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

Communication With the 123Scan PC Based Configuration Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-1

123Scan Parameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-2

Chapter 11. Symbologies

Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-1

Scanning Sequence Examples. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-2

Errors While Scanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-2

Symbology Default Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-3

UPC/EAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-8

Enable/Disable UPC-A/UPC-E . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 1-8

Enable/Disable UPC-E1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-9

Enable/Disable EAN-13/JAN-13/EAN-8/JAN-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-10

Enable/Disable Bookland EAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-11

Decode UPC/EAN Supplementals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-12

UPC/EAN Supplemental Redundancy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-15

Transmit UPC-A/UPC-E/UPC-E1 Check Digit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-16

UPC-A Preamble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-18

UPC-E Preamble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-19

UPC-E1 Preamble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-20

Contents

Convert UPC-E to UPC-A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-21

Convert UPC-E1 to UPC-A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-22

EAN Zero Extend . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-23

UCC Coupon Extended Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-24

Code 128. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-25

Enable/Disable Code 128. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-25

Enable/Disable UCC/EAN-128. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-26

Enable/Disable ISBT 128 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-27

Code 128 Decode Performance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-28

Code 128 Decode Performance Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-29

Code 39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-30

Enable/Disable Code 39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-30

Enable/Disable Trioptic Code 39 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-31

Convert Code 39 to Code 32 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-32

Code 32 Prefix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-33

Set Lengths for Code 39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-34

Code 39 Check Digit Verification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-36

Transmit Code 39 Check Digit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-37

Enable/Disable Code 39 Full ASCII . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-38

Code 39 Buffering (Scan & Store) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-39

Code 39 Decode Performance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-43

Code 39 Decode Performance Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-44

Code 93. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-45

Enable/Disable Code 93. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-45

Set Lengths for Code 93. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-46

Code 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-48

Code 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-48

Set Lengths for Code 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-49

Code 11 Check Digit Verification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-51

Transmit Code 11 Check Digits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-52

Interleaved 2 of 5 (ITF) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-53

Enable/Disable Interleaved 2 of 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-53

Set Lengths for Interleaved 2 of 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-54

I 2 of 5 Check Digit Verification. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-56

Transmit I 2 of 5 Check Digit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-57

Convert I 2 of 5 to EAN-13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-58

Discrete 2 of 5 (DTF). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-59

Enable/Disable Discrete 2 of 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-59

Set Lengths for Discrete 2 of 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-60

Codabar (NW - 7). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-62

Enable/Disable Codabar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-62

Set Lengths for Codabar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-63

CLSI Editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-65

NOTIS Editing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-66

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LS 9208 Product Reference Guide

MSI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-67

Enable/Disable MSI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-67

Set Lengths for MSI. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-68

MSI Check Digits. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-70

Transmit MSI Check Digit(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-71

MSI Check Digit Algorithm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-72

RSS (Reduced Space Symbology). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-73

RSS 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-73

RSS Limited. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-74

RSS Expanded . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-75

Convert RSS to UPC/EAN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-76

Symbology - Specific Security Levels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-77

Redundancy Level. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-77

Security Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-80

Bi-directional Redundancy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-82

Symbology - Intercharacter Gap. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-83

Chapter 12. Miscellaneous Scanner Options

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

Scanning Sequence Examples. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-2

Errors While Scanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-2

Miscellaneous Default Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-3

Miscellaneous Scanner Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-4

Transmit Code ID Character . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-4

Prefix/Suffix Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-5

FN1 Substitution Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-6

Scan Data Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-7

Transmit “No Read” Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-10

Chapter 13. Advanced Data Formatting

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

Rules: Criteria Linked to Actions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-1

Using ADF Bar Codes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-2

ADF Bar Code Menu Example . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-2

Rule 1: The Code 128 Scanning Rule. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-3

Rule 2: The UPC Scanning Rule. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-4

Alternate Rule Sets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 3-4

Rules Hierarchy (in Bar Codes). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-5

Default Rules. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-6

Special Commands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-7

Pause Duration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-7

Begin New Rule. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-7

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Save Rule. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-8

Erase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-8

Quit Entering Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-9

Disable Rule Set. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-10

Criteria . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-12

Code Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-12

Code Lengths. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-19

Message Containing A Specific Data String. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-29

Actions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-33

Send Data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-33

Setup Field(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-41

Modify Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-52

Pad Data with Zeros. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-65

Beeps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-75

Send Keystroke (Control Characters and Keyboard Characters). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-76

Send Right Control Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-161

Send Graphic User Interface Characters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-162

Turn On/Off Rule Sets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-174

Alphanumeric Keyboard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-177

Appendix A. Standard Default Parameters Appendix B. Programming Reference

Symbol Code Identifiers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-1

AIM Code Identifiers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-3

Appendix C. Sample Bar Codes

Code 39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-1

UPC/EAN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-1

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

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

Code 128. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-2

Interleaved 2 of 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-2

RSS 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-3

Appendix D. Numeric Bar Codes

0, 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-1

2, 3, 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-2

5, 6, 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-3

8, 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-4

Cancel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-5

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Introduction

The LS 9208 Product Reference Guide provides general instructions for setting up, operating, maintaining and troubleshooting the LS 9208 scanner.

Chapter Descriptions

• Chapter 1, Getting Started provides a product overview and unpacking instructions.

• Chapter 2, Scanning describes parts of the scanner, beeper and LED definitions, how to use the scanner in hand-held and hands-free modes.

• Chapter 3, Maintenance and T echnical Specifications provides information on how to care for your scanner, troubleshooting, and technical specifications.

• Chapter 4, User Preferences provides the programming bar codes necessary for selecting user preference features for your scanner.

• Chapter 5, Keyboard Wedge Interface covers information for setting up your scanner for Keyboard Wedge operation.

• Chapter 6, RS-232 Interface covers information for setting up your scanner for RS232 operation.

• Chapter 7, USB Interface covers information for setting up your scanner for USB operation.

• Chapter 8, IBM 468X/469X Interface covers all information for setting up your scanner with IBM 468X/469X POS systems.

• Chapter 9, Wand Emulation Interface covers all information for setting up your scanner for Wand emulation operation.

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• Chapter 10, 123Scan (PC based scanner configuration tool) provides the bar cod e you must scan to communicate with the 123Scan program.

• Chapter 11, Symbologies describes all symbology features and provides the programming bar codes necessary for selecting these feat ures for your scanner.

• Chapter 12, Miscellaneous Scanner Options includes commonly used bar code s to customize how your data is transmitted to your host device.

• Chapter 13, Advanced Data Formatting (ADF) describes how to customize scanned data before transmitting to the host.

• Appendix A, Standard Default Parame ters provides a t able of all host devices and miscellaneous scanner defaults.

• Appendix B, Programming Reference provides a table of AIM code identifiers, ASCII character conversions, and keyboard maps.

• Appendix C, Sample Bar Codes includes sample bar codes.

• Appendix D, Numeric Bar Codes includes the numeric bar codes to scan for parameters requiring specific numeric values.

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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.

• Throughout the programming bar code menu s, asterisks (*) are used to denote

default parameter settings.

* Indicates Default

*Baud Rate 9600

Feature/Option

Related Publications

The LS 9208 Quick Reference Guide, p/n 72-60830-01, provides general information to help the user get started with the scanner. It includes basic set-up and operation instructions.

For the latest versions of the LS 9208 Quick Reference 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 xiv 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 reading bar codes, the Support Center will request samples of your bar codes for analysis at our plant.

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If your problem cannot be solved over the phone, you may need to retur n your eq uipment for servicing. If that is necessary, you will be given specific directions.

Note: 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 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:

If you purchased your Symbol product from a Symb ol Bus ine ss Par tn er, contact that Business Partner for service.

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)

Australia

Symbol Technologies Pty. Ltd. 432 St. Kilda Road Melbourne, Victoria 3004 1-800-672-906 (Inside Australia) +61-3-9866-6044 (Outside Australia)

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

Austria/Österreich

Symbol Technologies Austria GmbH Prinz-Eugen Strasse 70 / 2.Haus 1040 Vienna, Austria 01-5055794-0 (Inside Austria) +43-1-5055794-0 (Outside Austria)

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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)

Germany/Deutchland

Symbol Technologies GmbH Waldstrasse 66 D-63128 Dietzenbach, Germany 6074-49020 (Inside Germany) +49-6074-49020 (Outside Germany)

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)

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)

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)

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Netherlands/Nederland

Symbol Technologies Kerkplein 2, 7051 CX Postbus 24 7050 AA Varsseveld, Netherlands 315-271700 (Inside Netherlands) +31-315-271700 (Outside Netherlands)

South Africa

Symbol Technologies Africa Inc. Block B2 Rutherford Estate 1 Scott Street Waverly 2090 Johannesburg Republic of South Africa 1 1 -8 09 53 11 (Inside South Africa) +27-11-809 5311 (Outside South Africa)

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

Spain/España

Symbol Technologies S.L. C/ Peonias, 2 Edificio Piovera Azul 28042 Madrid, Spain 91 324 40 00 (Inside Spain) +34 91 324 40 00 (Outside Spain)

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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

Switchboard: 08 445 29 00 (domestic) Call Center: +46 8 445 29 29 (international) Support E-Mail:

Sweden.Support@se.symbol.com

Customer support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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Chapter 1

Getting Started

Introduction

The LS 9208 projection scanner provides multiple scan pattern capabilities that support various applications at the POS (point of sale). For fast, intuitive, han ds-free scanning, use the rastering, 100-line, omni-directional scan pattern. To read bar code menus and pick lists, use the Single-Scan line. The scanner can also be picked up to scan heavy or bulky merchandise. The scanner reads all retail symbologies and has multi-interface capability to allow it to interface to all popular POS devices..

Decode

LED

Finger Grips

Single Scan

Line Trigger and Volume

Control

Hands-Free

Adjustable

Stand

(Optional)

Exit Window

Beeper

Figure 1-1. LS 9208 Scanner

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The LS 9208 scanner supports the following interfaces:

• St andard RS-232 connection to a host. Proper communications of the scanner with the host is set up by scanning bar code menus.

• Keyboard Wedge connection to a host. Scanned data is interpr eted by your host as keystrokes.

• International Keyboards supported (for Windows American, German, French, S panish, Italian, Swedish, UK English, Bra zilian/ Portuguese and Japanese.

• International Keyboards supported (for Win XP/2000

Canadian

• International Keyboards supported (for Win 95/98 environment):French Canadian

• Wand Emulation connectio n to a host. The scanner is connected to a portable data terminal, a controller , or host which collects the data as wand data and decodes it.

• Connection to IBM 468X/469X hosts. Proper comm unication s of the scanner with the IBM terminal is set up by scanning bar codes.

• USB connection to a host. The scanner autodetect s a USB host and defaults to the HID keyboard interface type. Other USB interface types are select able by scanning programming bar code menus.

• International Keyboards supported (for Windows America, German, French, French International, Spanish, Italian, Swedish, British, and Japanese.

• Synapse capability which allows you to connect to a wide variety of host systems using a Synapse and Synapse adapter cable to connect to a host. The scanner autodetects a Synapse.

 environment): North

 environment):French

 environment): North

Unpacking Your Scanner

Remove the scanner from its packing and inspect it for damage . If the scanner was damaged in transit, call the Symbol Support Center at one of the telephone numbers listed on page xiv. KEEP THE PACKING. It is the approved shipping container and should be used if you ever need to return your equipment for servicing.

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Getting Started

Setting Up the Scanner

Installing the Interface Cable

1. Connect the interface cable to the host computer.

2. Plug the interface cable modular connector into the in terface cable port on the rear of the LS 9208 (See Figure 1-2.)

3. Push the connector into the housing until a “click” sound is heard . The gr een LED

lights up and three short high beeps sound, indicating that the scanner is operational..

Cable interface

port

To host

Interface cable modular connector

Figure 1-2. Installing the Interface Cable

Note:Different cables are required for diffe rent hosts. The connectors

illustrated in each host chapter are examples only. Your connectors may be different than those illustrated, but the steps to connect your scanner remain the same.

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Connecting Power (if required)

If your host does not provide power to the scanner, you will need an external power connection to the scanner:

1. Connect the interface cable to the back of the scanner, as described in Installing

the Interface Cable on page 1-3.

2. Connect the other end of the interface cable to the host (refer to your host manual to locate the correct port).

3. Plug the power supply into the power jack on the interface cable.

4. Plug the other end of the power supply into an AC outlet.

Synapse Interface

The auto-detection of a Synapse cable varies in dura tion depending on the type of Synapse connection. If a scanner is connected to a host using a Synapse cable then the Auxiliary Synapse Port connection should be used. In all other cases, where a Synapse cable is used the default setting is recommended.

Should the user want to disconnect and reconnect the scanner from a Synap se cable that is connected to a live host, then the "Plug and Play" setting should be used. This setting should not be changed from the default if an on-board wedge host is enabled.

* Standard Synapse Connection

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Synapse Interface (continued)

Auxiliary Synapse Port Connection

Getting Started

"Plug and Play" Synapse Connection

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Connecting a Synapse Cable Interface

Note:See the Synapse Inter face Guide provided with your Synapse cable

for detailed setup instructions.

Symbol’s Synapse Smart Cables enable interfacing to a variety of hosts. The appropriate Synapse cable has the built-in intelligence to detect the host to which it is connected.

To host

Synapse adapter cable

Synapse Smart Cable

To scanner

Figure 1-3. Synapse Cable Connection

1. Plug the Synapse adapter cable (p/n

25-32463-xx) into the bottom of the scanner,

as described in Installing the Interface Cable on page 1-3.

2. Align the ‘S’ on the Synapse adapter cable with the ‘S’ on the Synapse Smar t Cable and plug the cable in.

3. Connect the other end of the Synapse Smart Cable to the host.

Configuring Your Scanner

Two methods ar e available to configure your scanner: using th e bar codes included in this manual, or the 123Scan

Refer to Chapter 4, User Preferences for information about programming your scanner using bar code menus. Refer to Chapter 10, 123Scan to configure your scanner using this configuration program. A helpfile is available in the program.

The scanner supports RS-232, IBM 468X/46 9X, Keyboard Wedge , Wand Emulatio n, USB, and Synapse to interface to a host system. Each host specific chapter describes how to set up each of these connections.

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configuration program.

Getting Started

Removing the Interface Cable

To remove the interface cable:

1. Unplug the installed cable’s modular connector by depressing the connector clip

and gently pulling back.

2. Follow the steps for Installing the Interface Cable on page 1-3 to connect a new

cable.

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Chapter 2

Scanning

Introduction

This chapter covers the techniques involved in scanning bar codes, beeper and LED definitions, and general instructions and tips about scanning.

Decode

LED

Finger Grips

Single Scan

Line Trigger and Volume

Control

Hands-Free

Adjustable

Stand

(Optional)

Exit Window

Beeper

Figure 2-1. Scanner Parts

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Scanning in Single-Line Mode

Install and program your scanner. (Refer to each host chapter and Chapter 4, User

Preferences, Chapter 11, Symbologies, Chapter 12, Miscellaneous Scanner Options, and

Chapter 13, Advanced Data Formatting for instructions on programming your scanner.) If

you need assistance, contact your local supplier or your local Symbol Support Center.

1. Ensure all connections are secure. (Refer to the host chapter for your scanner.)

2. Pick up the scanner. Press and then release displays.

Figure 2-2. Scanning in Hand-Held Mode

the trigger. A single scan line

3. Ensure the scan line crosses every bar and space of the symbol.

RIGHT

012345

4. Depress and hold the trigger until either:

a. The scanner read s the bar code. The scanne r beeps, the LED flashes and the

laser turns off.

b. The scanner does not read the barcode and the laser turns off.

5. Release the trigger . This causes the aim scan line to reappear . To read another bar code in single-line mode, repeat steps 2, 3 and 4. This step can be repeated as often as desired.

6. After a programmable time period, the omni-directional scan pattern displays. This indicates the scanner is ready to read bar codes without use of the trigger.

7. For more information on beeper definitions, refer to Table 2-1.

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WRONG

012345

Scanning

Scanning in Omni Mode

In this mode, an omni scan pattern provides rapid, orientation-free scanning. This scan pattern is used with either hands-free or hand-held scanning

To scan a bar code, direct it in toward the window of the scanner (“presentation” scanning, see Figure 2-7 on page 2-6) or from side to side in a sweeping motion (“swipe” scanning, see Figure 2-8 on page 2-6).

1. Ensure all cable connections are secure.

2. Insert the scanner in the optional hands-free stand by placin g the front of the

scanner into the stand’ s “cradle” (see Figure 2-3) or place the scanner on a flat surface (see Figure 2-4).

3. To scan a bar code, present the bar code and ensure the scan lines cross every

bar and space of the symbol. The scan pattern becomes steady when the scanner detects the bar code. See Figure 2-5 on page 2-5 for scan ning in hands-free mode and Figure 2-6 on page 2-5 for scanning in hand-held mode.

4. Upon successful decode, the scanner beeps and the green LED flashes

momentarily.

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Figure 2-3. Scanner in the Stand

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Figure 2-4. Scanner Stand ing Alone

Scanning

A rastering, 100-line, omni-directional scan pattern provides rapid, orientation-free scanning. This scan pattern can be used in either hands-free or hand-held mode.

(with stand)

(on table-top)

Figure 2-5. Hands-Free Mode

Figure 2-6. Hand-Held Mode

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To scan a bar code, present it to the exit window of the scanner (“presentation” scanning) or move it from side-to-side in a sweeping motion (“swipe” scanning) as show below:

Figure 2-7. “Presentation” scanning

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Figure 2-8. “Swipe” scanning

Scanning

Beeper Definitions

The scanner communicates with the user by emitting different beeper sequences and patterns. Table 2-1 defines beep sequences th at occu r during both normal scanning and while programming the scanner.

Table 2-1. Standard Beeper Definitions

Beeper Sequence Indication

Standard Use

3 short high beeps Power up. Short high beep A bar code symbol was decoded (if decode beeper

is enabled).

4 long low beeps A transmission error was detected in a scanned

symbol. The data is ignored. This occurs if a unit is

not properly configured. Check option setting. 5 low beeps Conversion or format error. Lo/hi/lo beep ADF transmit error. Hi/hi/hi/lo beep RS-232 receive error.

Parameter Menu Scanning

Short high beep Correct entry scanned or correct menu sequence

performed. Lo/hi beep Input error, incorrect bar code or “Cancel” scanned,

wrong entry, incorrect bar code programming

sequence; remain in program mode. Hi/lo beep Keyboard parameter selected. Enter value using

bar code keypad. Hi/lo/hi/lo beep Successful program exit with change in the

parameter setting. Low/hi/low/hi beep Out of host parameter storage space. Scan Set

Default Parameter on page 4-5.

Code 39 Buffering

Hi/lo beep New Code 39 data was entered into the buffer. 3 long high beeps Code 39 buffer is full.

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Table 2-1. Standard Beeper Definitions

Beeper Sequence Indication

Lo/hi/lo beep The Code 39 buffer was erased or there was an

attempt to clear or transmit an empty buffer.

Lo/hi beep A successful transmission of buffe red data.

Host Specific

USB only

4 short high beeps Scanner has not completed initialization. Wait

several seconds and scan again.

Scanner gives a power-up beep after scanning a USB Device Type.

This power-up beep occurs

more than once.

RS-232 only

1 short high beep A <BEL> character is received and Beep on <BEL>

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 PC cold boots.

is enabled.

Selecting Beeper Volume using Trigger

The scanner emits a short beep when it successfully reads a ba r co de. The vo lume of the beep can be changed either by scanning the appropriate bar code in Beeper Volume on page 4-7, or by utilizing the trigger as follows:

1. Press and hold the trigger for an extended period of time (approximately 5 seconds). The scanner cycles through three settings (Low, Medium, High) emitting a 2-beep tone at each setting.

2. To select a particular setting, release the trigger af ter the desired 2-beep tone is heard.

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Scanning

LED Definitions

In addition to beeper sequences, the scanner communicates with the user using an LED display. Table 2-2 defines LED flashes that display during scanning.

Table 2-2. Standard LED Definitions

LED Indication

Off No power is applied to the scanner. Green The scanner is on and “ready to scan.” Momentary flash A bar code was successfully decoded. Slow continuous flashing The scanner is in programming mode. Fast continuous flashing There is a internal problem; the laser is shut off for

regulatory reasons.

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Aiming

Do not hold the scanner directly over the bar code. Laser light reflecting directly back into the scanner from the bar code is known as specular reflection. This specular reflection can make decoding difficult.

Y ou can tilt the scanner up to 45° forward or back and achieve a successful decode (Figure

2-9). Simple practice quickly shows what tolerances to work within.

Specular Reflection

+ 4

4545

2-10

Bar

Code

Figure 2-9. Maximum Tilt Angles and Dead Zone

Decode Zone

Scanning

in. cm

Note: Typical performance at 73.4 F (23 C) on high quality symbols.

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5 mil

1.0 2.5

7.8 mil (60%)

10.4 mil (80%)

13 mil 100% UPC

6.0

7.5

9.0

050

12.75

12.7

Figure 2-10. LS 9208 Decode Zone

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Maintenance and Technical Specifications

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 may affect scanning accuracy.

• Do not allow any abrasive material to touch the window.

• Remove any 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

Problem Possible Causes Possible Solutions

The omni-line scan pattern does not display when you follow the directions for installing the interface cable on 1-3

Scan line(s) display, but bar code cannot be read.

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

Scanned data is incorrectly displayed on the host.

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

If the scanner uses a separate power supply, ensure it’s connected to a working AC outlet.

Interface cable is not properly connected.

Scanner is not programmed to read the bar code type.

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

Bar code is too far from scanner.

Triggered scanning is being used incorrectly.

The host has disabled scanning or overridden parameter settings.

Scanner is not programmed for the correct host type.

Scanner is not programmed to work with the host. Check scanner host type parameters or editing options.

Check for loose cable connections.

Ensure scanner is programmed to read the bar code type you are scanning.

same bar code type. Move the bar code closer to the

scanner. Press the trigger to activate

decoding. Follow directions on page 2-2.

See the technical person in charge of scanning.

Scan the appropriate host type bar code.

• Ensure proper host is selected.

• For RS-232, ensure the scanner’s communication parameters match the host’s settings.

• For keyboard wedge, ensure scanner is programmed with the correct country code and that the CAPS LOCK key is off.

• Ensure editing options (e.g., UPCE-to-UPCA Conversion) are properly programmed.

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Problem Possible Causes Possible Solutions

Although the green Power LED is on, the scanner does not produce the omni-directional scan pattern.

The scanner has gone into the Low Power “Shut Down” Mode.

Press the trigger to awaken the unit, or change the “Low Power Blink” parameter on page 4-11.

Note:If after performing these checks the symbol still does not scan,

contact your distributor or call the local Symbol Support Center. See

page xiv for the telephone numbers.

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Technical Specifications

Table 3-1. Technical Specifications

Item Description

Physical Characteristics

Dimensions: without stand: Height

Width Depth

with stand: Height

Width Depth

Weight

Power Source Power drawn from Host terminal or external power

Voltage 5.0 VDC ± 10% Nominal Current 390mA

5.51 in. (14 cm)

3.49 in. (8.8 cm)

2.96 in. (7.5 cm)

7.18 in. (18.24 cm)

4.83 in. (12.27 cm)

3.73 in. (9.47 cm) Scanner only: 10.2 oz/320 g

With adjustable stand: 21.5 oz/670 g

supply; depends on Host type.

Power 2 watts Mounting Options Adjustable multi-mount stand Color Cash Register White and Twilight Black

Performance Characteristics

Light Source 650nm visible laser diode Yaw Tolerance (Typical)

Pitch Tolerance (Typical)

Roll Tolerance (Typical)

Print Contrast 25% minimum reflective difference

Refers to 100% UPC bar code (80% contrast) located 4 in./10 cm from the scanner nose.

Omnidirectional: ± 50° Single scan line: ± 50°

Omnidirectional: ± 50° Single scan line: ± 60°

Omnidirectional: 0 to 360° Single scan line: ± 40°

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Table 3-1. Technical Specifications (Continued)

Item Description

Scan Patterns Omnidirectional: 20 interlocking lines,

5 scan lines, 4 lines per angle rastering @ 5Hz

Single scan line capability

Scan Rate Omnidirectional: 1500 scans/second

Single scan line: 75 scans/second Depth of Field 0-9 in./0-22.9 cm @ 13 mil (100% UPC/EAN) Nominal Working Range 5 mil: (38%) 1 to 2.5 in./ 2.5 to 6.4 cm

7.8 mil: (60%) 0 to 6 in./ 0 to 15.2 cm

10.4 mil: (80%) 0 to 7.5 in./ 0 to 19 cm

13 mil: (100%) 0 to 9 in./ 0 to 22.9 cm Width of Field 1.6 in. (40 mm) @ Face

6.7 in. (170 mm) @ 9 in. Minimum Resolution 5 mil Decode Capability UPC/EAN/JAN, UPC/EAN with Supplementals, UCC/

EAN 128, Code 128, ISBT 128, Code 39, Code 39 Trioptic, Interleaved 2 of 5, Discrete 2 of 5, Code 93, Code 11, Codabar, MSI, RSS Variants

Interfaces Supported

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 95% (non-condensing) Drop Specifications Functions normally after repeated 4 ft (1.2m) drops to

USB, RS 232, IBM® 468X/9X, Keyboard Wedge, Wand and Synapse connectivity to virtually every POS host type)

concrete

(allows

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Table 3-1. Technical Specifications (Continued)

Item Description

Ambient Light Immunity Immune to normal artificial indoor and natural outdoor

(direct sunlight) lighting conditions. Fluorescent, Incandescent, Mercury Vapor and

Sodium Vapor: 450 Ft Candles (4,844 Lux) Sunlight: 8000 Ft Candles (86,111 Lux)

EAS Support Optional Checkpoint Electronic Article

Surveillance EAS

Regulatory

Electrical Safety Certified to UL 1950, CSA C22.2 No. 950 EN60825 Laser Safety CDRH Class IIa Laser Product

IEC 60825 Class 1 Laser Product

EMC

CISPR B, FCC B

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Scanner Signal Descriptions

Maintenance and Technical Specifications

Back of scanner

Cable interface port

PIN 10

Interface cable

modular connector

Figure 3-1. Scanner Cable Pinouts

PIN 1

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The signal descriptions in Table 3-2 apply to the connector on the scanner and are for reference only.

Table 3-2. Scanner Signal Pin-outs

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Keyboard

Pin IBM Synapse RS-232

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

10 Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved

Wedge Wand USB

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Chapter 4

User Preferences

Introduction

You have the option to program the LS 9208 scanner to perform various functions, or activate different features. This chapter describes each user preference feature and provides the programming bar codes necessary for selecting these features for your LS 9208 scanner. Before programming, follow the instructions in Chapter 1, Getting Started.

Your LS 9208 is shipped with the settings shown in the User Preferences Default Table on page 4-3 (also see Appendix A, Standard Default Parameters for all host device and miscellaneous scanner defaults). If the default values suit your requ irements, programming may not be necessary.

Features values are set by scanning single bar codes or short bar code sequences. The settings are stored in non-volatile memory and are preserved even when the scanner is powered down.

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If you are not using a Synapse or USB cable you must select a host type (see each host chapter for specific host information). After you hear the power-up beeps, select a host type. This only needs to be done once, upon the first power-up when connected to a new host.

To return all features to their default values, all you ne ed to do is scan the Se t All Defa ults bar code on page 4-5. Throughout the programming bar code menus, default values are indicated with asterisks (

*).

* Indicates Default

*High Frequency

Feature/Option

Scanning Sequence Examples

In most cases you need only scan one bar code to set a specific parameter value. For example, if you want to set the beeper tone to high, simply scan the High Frequency (beeper tone) bar code listed under Beeper Tone on page 4-6. The scanner issues a short high beep and the LED turns green, signifying a succe ssf ul parame ter en tr y.

Other parameters, such as specifying Serial Response Time-Out or setting Data Transmission Formats, require that you scan several bar codes. Refer to Host Serial

Response Time-out on page 6-20 and Scan Data Options on page 12-7 for descriptions of

this procedure.

Errors While Scanning

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

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User Preferences

User Preferences Default Parameters

Table 4-1 lists the defaults for user preferences parameters. If you wish to change any

option, scan the appropriate bar code(s) provided in the User Preferences section beginning on page 4-5.

Note:See Appendix A, Standard Default Parameters for all user

preferences, hosts, symbologies, and miscellaneous default parameters.

Table 4-1. User Preference s De fa u lt Table

Page

Parameter Default

User Preferences

Set Default Parameter All Defaults 4-5

Number

Beeper Tone High 4-6 Beeper Volume High 4-7 Volume Change Trigger Delay 5.0 Sec 4-8 Laser On Time 3.0 Sec 4-9 Beep After Good Decode Enable 4-10 Low Power Blink Blink 4-11 Scan Pattern Mode Rastering 4-12 Single-Line Aim Duration 2 sec 4-13 Time-out Between Same Symbol 0.6 sec 4-15 Time-out Between Different Symbols 0.2 sec 4-15 Time Delay to Low Power Mode 30 Minutes 4-16

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Table 4-1. User Preference s De fa u lt Table

Parameter Default

Linear UPC/EAN Decode Disable 4-18

Page

Number

4-4

User Preferences

Set Default Parameter

Scanning this bar code returns all parameters to the default values listed in Table A-1 on

page A-1.

Set All Defaults

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Beeper Tone

T o select a decode b eep frequency (tone), scan the Low Frequency, Medium Frequency, or High Frequency bar code.

Low Frequency

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Medium Frequency

*High Frequency

User Preferences

Beeper Volume

To select a beeper volume, scan the Low Volume, Medium Volume, or High Volume bar code.

Low Volume

Medium Volume

*High Volume

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Volume Change Trigger Delay

The volume on the LS 9208 scanner is adjusted by pressing and holding the trigger for a certain amount of time, after which the scanner changes the volumes, and beeps with the new volume.

The parameters below control the length of time needed to hold the trigger before the volume is adjusted.

Volume Trigger Duration 3 sec

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*Volume Trigger Duration 5 sec

Volume Trigger Duration 7 sec

User Preferences

Laser On Time

This parameter sets the maximum time that decode processing continues during a scan attempt. It is programmable in 0.1 second increments fro m 0.5 to 10 seco nds. The defa ult Laser On Time is 3.0 seconds.

To set a Laser On Time, scan the bar code below. Next, scan two numeric bar codes beginning on page D-1 in Appendix D that correspon d to the desired on time. Single digit numbers must have a leading zero. For example, to set an On Time of 0.5 seconds, scan the bar code below , then scan the “0” and “5” bar codes. If you make an error, or wish to change your selection, scan Cancel on page D-5.

Laser On Time

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Beep After Good Decode

Scan a bar code below to select whether or n ot the scan ner beeps after a good decode. If Do Not Beep After Good Decode is selected, the beeper still operates during pa rameter menu scanning and indicates error conditions.

*Beep After Good Decode

(Enable)

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Do Not Beep After Good Decode

(Disable)

User Preferences

Low Power Blink

After a period of inactivity, the scanner will go into a reduced power mode. This parameter controls how aggressively power is conserved, and therefore determines the method of waking the scanner up.

If “Low Power - Blink Mode” is selected, then the scanner (after a period of inactivity) will blink infrequently to save power. To restore the scanner to full power m ode, the user m ust simply use the scanner by presenting a barcod e .

If “Motor and Laser Shut Down” is selected, then the scanner (after a period of inactivity) will turn off the motor and laser, but leave the green Power LED lit. The user must then depress the trigger to awaken the scanner to its full power mode.

*Low Power - Blink Mode

Low Power - Shut Down

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Scan Pattern Mode

The LS 9208 has a very aggressive scan pattern that is not only omnidirectional, but also raster. If a static omnidirectional pattern is desired, scan the “Omnidirectional Pattern” parameter below to change the scan pattern.

*Rastering Omnidirectional Pattern

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Omnidirectional Pattern

User Preferences

Single-Line Aim Duration

The LS 9200 can enter the single-line scan mode by t apping the trigger . Once in this mode, each trigger pull will attempt to decode the barcode in front of the scanner. Af ter a period of inactivity while the trigger is not pressed, the scanner will revert to the omnidirectional pattern.

This parameter controls the length of the per iod o f inactivity in sing le-line mode b efore the scanner reverts to the omnidirectional pattern.

*Aim Duration 2 sec

Aim Duration 3 sec

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Single-Line Aim Duration (Continued)

Aim Duration 4 sec

Aim Duration 5 sec

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User Preferences

Timeout Between Decodes

Timeout Between Decodes, Same Symbol

This parameter sets the minimum time between decodes of different symbols. It is programmable in 0.1-second increments from 0.0 to 9.9 seconds. Setting this above 0.4 seconds is recommended.) The default for this parameter is 0.6 seconds.

Scan the bar code below to select a new timeout. Next, scan two numeric bar codes beginning in Numeric Bar Codes on page D-1 that correspond to the desired timeout. Single digit numbers must have a leading zero. For example, to set a timeout of 0.5 seconds, scan the bar code below, then scan the “0” and “5” bar codes. If you make an error, or wish to change your selection, scan Cancel on page D-5.

Timeout Between Same Symbol

Timeout Between Decodes, Different Symbol

This parameter sets the minimum time between decodes of different symbols. It is programmable in 0.1-second increments from 0.0 to 9.9 seconds. The default for this parameter is 0.2 seconds.

Timeout Between Different Symbol

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Time Delay to Low Power Mode

This parameter sets the time that the sca nner remains active after any scanning activity. Scan one of the four options. Depending on the selection, the scanner enter s a sleep mode 15, 30, 60 or 90 minutes after the last attempted decode. To awaken the scanner, please refer to the explanation of the Low Power Blink parameter on page 4-11.

15 Minutes

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*30 Minutes

Time Delay to Low Power Mode (Continued)

60 Minutes

User Preferences

90 Minutes

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Linear UPC/EAN Decode

This option applies to code types containing two adjacent blocks (e.g., UPC-A, EAN-8, EAN-13). When enabled, a bar code is transmitted only when both the left and right blocks are successfully decoded within one laser scan. Enable this option when bar co des a re in proximity to each other.

Enable Linear UPC/EAN Decode

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*Disable Linear UPC/EAN Decode

Chapter 5

Keyboard Wedge Interface

Introduction

This chapter covers Keyboard Wedge interface information for setting up your scanner. This interface type is used to attach the scanne r between the keyboard and host computer . The scanner translates the bar code data into keystrokes. The host computer accepts the keystrokes as if they originate from the keyboard.

This mode of operation allows adding bar code reading fun ctionality to a system desig ned for manual keyboard input. In this mode the keyboard keystrokes are simply passed through.

Throughout the programming bar code menus, default values are indicated with asterisks (

*).

* Indicates Default

*North American

Feature/Option

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Connecting a Keyboard Wedge Interface

Male DIN Keyboard

Y-cable

Power supply

(if needed)

Figure 5-1. Keyboard Wedge Connection with Y-cable

To connect the Keyboard Wedge Y-cable:

1. Switch off the host and unplug the keyboard connector.

2. Attach the modular connector of the Y-cable to the cable interface port on the scanner. (See Installing the Interface Cable on page 1-3.)

3. Connect the round male DIN host connector of the Y-cable to the keyboard port on the host device.

4. Connect the round female DIN keyboard connector of the Y-cable to the keyboard.

5. If needed, attach the optional power supply to the conne ctor in the mid dle of the Ycable.

6. Ensure that all connections are secure.

7. Switch on your host system.

8. Scan the appropriate bar codes in this chapter to configure the scanner.

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Keyboard Wedge Default Parameters

T able 5- 1 lists the defaults for Keyboard W edge host parameters. If you wish to chan ge any

option, scan the appropriate bar code(s) pro vided in the Keyboard Wedge Host Parameters section beginning on page 5-4.

Note:See Appendix A, Standard Default Parameters for all user

preferences, hosts, symbologies, and miscellaneous default parameters.

Table 5-1. Keyboard Wedge Host Default Table

Page

Parameter Default

Keyboard Wedge Host Parameters

Number

Keyboard Wedge Host Type IBM PC/AT & IBM PC Compatibles Country Types (Country Codes) North American 5-6 Ignore Unknown Characters Send Bar Codes 5-10 Keystroke Delay No Delay 5-1 1 Intra-Keystroke Delay Disable 5-12 Alternate Numeric Keypad Emulation Disable 5-13 Caps Lock On Disable 5-14 Caps Lock Override Disable 5-15 Convert Wedge Data No Convert 5-16 Function Key Mapping Disable 5-17 FN1 Substitution Disable 5-18 Send Make Break Disable 5-19

User selection is required to configure this interface and this is the most common selection.

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Keyboard Wedge Host Types

Select your keyboard wedge host by scanning one of the bar codes below.

IBM PC/AT & IBM PC Compatibles

IBM PS/2 (Model 30)

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IBM AT NOTEBOOK

Keyboard Wedge Interface

Keyboard Wedge Host Types (Continued)

IBM XT

NCR 7052

Note:1User selection is required to configure this interface and this is the

most common selection.

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Keyboard Wedge Country Types (Country Codes)

Scan the bar code corresponding to your keyboard type. If your particular keyboard type is not listed, see Alternate Numeric Keypad Emulation on page 5-13.

*North American

5-6

German Windows

French Windows

Keyboard Wedge Interface

Keyboard Wedge Country Types (Continued)

French Canadian Win 95/98

French Canadian Windows XP/2000

Spanish Windows

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Keyboard Wedge Country Types (Continued)

Italian Windows

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Swedish Windows

UK English Windows

Keyboard Wedge Interface

Keyboard Wedge Country Types (Continued)

Japanese Windows

Brazilian/Portuguese Windows

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Ignore Unknown Characters

Unknown characters are characters the host does not recognize. Wh en Send Bar Code s With Unknown Characters is selected, all bar code data is sent except for unknown characters, and no error beep s sound on the scanner . When Do Not Send Bar Codes With Unknown Characters is selected, bar code data is sent up to the first unknown character

and then four (error) beeps sound on the scanner.

*Send Bar Codes With Unknown

Characters

Do Not Send Bar Codes With Unknown Characters

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Keyboard Wedge Interface

Keystroke Delay

This is the delay in milliseconds between emulated keystrokes. Scan a bar code below to increase the delay when hosts require a slower transmission of data.

*No Delay

Medium Delay (20 msec)

Long Delay (40 msec)

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Intra-Keystroke Delay

When enabled, an additional delay is inserted between each emula ted key depression and release. This sets the Keystroke Delay parameter to a minimum of 5 msec as well.

Enable

5-12

*Disable

Keyboard Wedge Interface

Alternate Numeric Keypad Emulation

This allows emulation of most other country keyboard types not listed in Keyboard Wedge

Country T ypes (Country Codes) on page 5-6 in a Microsoft operating system environment.

Enable Alternate Numeric Keypad

*Disable Alternate Numeric Keypad

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Caps Lock On

When enabled, the scanner emulates keystrokes as if the Caps Lock key is always pressed.

Enable Caps Lock On

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*Disable Caps Lock On

Keyboard Wedge Interface

Caps Lock Override

When enabled, on AT or AT Notebook hosts, the keyboard ignores the state of the Caps Lock key. Therefore, an ‘A’ in the bar code is sent as an ‘A ’ no matter what the state of the keyboard’s Caps Lock key.

Enable Caps Lock Override

*Disable Caps Lock Override

Note:If both Caps Lock On and Caps Lock Override are enabled, Caps

Lock Override takes precedence.

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Convert Wedge Data

When enabled, the scanner will convert all bar code data to the selected case.

Convert to Upper Case

Convert to Lower Case

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*No Convert

Keyboard Wedge Interface

Function Key Mapping

ASCII values under 32 are normally sent as a control-key sequences (see Table 7-2 on page 7-18). When this parameter is enabled, the keys in bold are sent in place of the standard key mapping. Table entries that do not have a bold entry remain the same whether or not this parameter is enabled.

Enable

*Disable

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FN1 Substitution

When enabled, this allows replacement of any FN1 characters in an EAN 128 bar code with a Key Category and Key Value choose by the user (see FN1 Substitution Values on page 12-6).

Enable

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*Disable

Keyboard Wedge Interface

Send Make Break

When enabled, the scan codes for releasing a key are not sent.

*Send Make and Break Scan Codes

Send Make Scan Code Only

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OnKeyboard Maps

The following keyboard maps are provided for prefix/suffix keystroke parameters. To program the prefix/suffix values, see the bar codes on page12-5.

7014 5001 5002 5003 5004 5005 5006 5007 5008 5009 5010

7009

Figure 5-2. IBM PS2 Type Keyboard

5001

5003

5005

5007

5009

5002

5004

5006

5008

5010

7014

7009

Figure 5-3. IBM PC/XT

5011

7008

7013

5012

7003

7012

7011

7002 7004 7005

7008

7012

7013

7004

7011 7002

7003

7006

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5001

5003

5005

5007

5009

5002

5004

5006

5008

5010

7009

5002

5001

5003

5004

5005 5006

5007

5008

5009

5010

Figure 5-4. IBM PC/AT

5011

1048

5012

(1048 if double key)

1046

7008

7013

1045

5013

5014

5015

1043

5016

5018

5017

7013

5019

(7013 if double key)

7014

7012

7004

7011

7003

7002

Figure 5-5. NCR 7052 32-KEY

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1066

1065

1072

1073

1079 1080

5002

5001

5003

5004

5005 5006

5007

5008

5009

5010

5012

1068

1075

1082

1046

1069

1076

1083 1084

1045

5014

1043

5017

7013

(1043 if double key)

1067

1074

1081

5011

1048

(1048 if double key)

Figure 5-6. NCR 7052 58-KEY

1070

1077

5013

5015

5016

5018

5019

1071

1078

1085

1086

1087

1088

1089

1090

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ASCII Character Set

Note:Code 39 Full ASCII interprets the bar code special character

($ + % /) preceding a Code 39 character and assigns an ASCII character value to the pair . For example, when Code 39 Full ASCII is enabled and a +B is scanned, it is interpreted as b, %J as ?, and

%V as @. Scanning ABC%I outputs the keystroke equivalent of ABC >.

Table 5-2. Keyboard Wedge ASCII Character Set

ASCII

Value

1001 $A CTRL A 1002 $B CTRL B 1003 $C CTRL C 1004 $D CTRL D 1005 $E CT RL E

Keyboard Wedge Interface

Full ASCII Code

39 Encode Char.

Keystroke

1006 $F CTRL F 1007 $G CTRL G 1008 $H CTRL H/

BACKSPACE

1009 $I CTRL I/

HORIZONTAL

1010 $J CTRL J

1011 $K CTRL K 1012 $L CTRL L 1013 $M CTRL M/

1014 $N CTRL N 1015 $O CTRL O

TAB

ENTER

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Table 5-2. Keyboard Wedge ASCII Character Set (Continued)

1016 $P CT RL P 1017 $Q CTRL Q 1018 $R CTRL R 1019 $S CT RL S 1020 $T CTRL T 1021 $U CTRL U 1022 $V CT RL V 1023 $W CTRL W 1024 $X CT RL X 1025 $Y CT RL Y 1026 $Z CTRL Z 1027 %A NONE/ESC 1028 %B NONE 1029 %C NONE 1030 %D NONE

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1031 %E NONE 1032 Space Space 1033 /A ! 1034 /B ‘ 1035 /C # 1036 /D E 1037 /E % 1038 /F & 1039 /G ‘ 1040 /H ( 1041 /I ) 1042 /J *

Keyboard Wedge Interface

Table 5-2. Keyboard Wedge ASCII Character Set (Continued)

1043 /K + 1044 /L , 1045 - 1046 . . 1047 / / 1048 0 0 1049 1 1 1050 2 2 1051 3 3 1052 4 4 1053 5 5 1054 6 6 1055 7 7 1056 8 8 1057 9 9 1058 /Z : 1059 %F ; 1060 %G < 1061 %H = 1062 %I > 1063 %J ? 1064 %V @ 1065 A A 1066 B B 1067 C C 1068 D D 1069 E E

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Table 5-2. Keyboard Wedge ASCII Character Set (Continued)

1070 F F 1071 G G 1072 H H 1073 I I 1074 J J 1075 K K 1076 L L 1077 M M 1078 N N 1079 O O 1080 P P 1081 Q Q 1082 R R 1083 S S 1084 T T

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1085 U U 1086 V V 1087 W W 1088 X X 1089 Y Y 1090 Z Z 1091 %K [ 1092 %L \ 1093 %M ] 1094 %N ^ 1095 %O _ 1096 %W ‘

Keyboard Wedge Interface

Table 5-2. Keyboard Wedge ASCII Character Set (Continued)

1097 +A a 1098 +B b 1099 +C c

1100 +D d

1101 +E e

1102 +F f

1103 +G g

1104 +H h

1105 +I i

1106 +J j

1107 +K k

1108 +L l

1109 +M m

1110 +N n

1111 +O o

1112 +P p

1113 +Q q

1114 +R r

1115 +S s

1116 +T t

1117 +U u

1118 +V v

1119 +W w

1120 +X x

1121 +Y y

1122 +Z z

1123 %P {

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Table 5-2. Keyboard Wedge ASCII Character Set (Continued)

1124 %Q | 1125 %R } 1126 %S ~

ALT Keys Keystroke

2065 ALT A 2066 ALT B 2067 ALT C 2068 ALT D 2069 ALT E 2070 ALT F 2071 ALT G 2072 ALT H 2073 ALT I 2074 AL T J 2075 ALT K

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2076 ALT L 2077 ALT M 2078 ALT N 2079 ALT O 2080 ALT P 2081 ALT Q 2082 ALT R 2083 ALT S 2084 ALT T 2085 ALT U 2086 ALT V 2087 ALT W

Keyboard Wedge Interface

Table 5-2. Keyboard Wedge ASCII Character Set (Continued)

2088 ALT X 2089 ALT Y 2090 ALT Z

GUI Shift Keys

The Apple™ iMac keyboard has an apple key on either side of the space bar. Windows-based systems have a GUI key to the left of the left ALT key, and to the right of the right ALT key.

Other

Keystroke

Value

3000 Right Control Key 3048 GUI 0 3049 GUI 1 3050 GUI 2 3051 GUI 3 3052 GUI 4 3053 GUI 5 3054 GUI 6 3055 GUI 7 3056 GUI 8 3057 GUI 9 3065 GUI A 3066 GUI B 3067 GUI C 3068 GUI D 3069 GUI E 3070 GUI F 3071 GUI G 3072 GUI H

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Table 5-2. Keyboard Wedge ASCII Character Set (Continued)

3073 GUI I 3074 GUI J 3075 GUI K 3076 GUI L 3077 GUI M 3078 GUI N 3079 GUI O 3080 GUI P 3081 GUI Q 3082 GUI R 3083 GUI S 3084 GUI T 3085 GUI U 3086 GUI V 3087 GUI W

5-30

3088 GUI X 3089 GUI Y 3090 GUI Z

F Keys Keystroke

5001 F1 5002 F2 5003 F3 5004 F4 5005 F5 5006 F6 5007 F7 5008 F8

Keyboard Wedge Interface

Table 5-2. Keyboard Wedge ASCII Character Set (Continued)

5009 F9 5010 F10

5011 F11 5012 F12 5013 F13 5014 F14 5015 F15 5016 F16 5017 F17 5018 F18 5019 F19 5020 F20 5021 F21 5022 F22 5023 F23 5024 F24

Numeric

Keypad

6042 * 6043 + 6044 undefined 6045 6046 . 6047 / 6048 0 6049 1 6050 2 6051 3

Keystroke

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Table 5-2. Keyboard Wedge ASCII Character Set (Continued)

6052 4 6053 5 6054 6 6055 7 6056 8 6057 9 6058 Enter 6059 Num Lock

Extended

Keypad

7001 Break 7002 Delete 7003 Pg Up 7004 End 7005 Pg Dn

Keystroke

5-32

7006 Pause 7007 Scroll Lock 7008 Backspace 7009 Tab 7010 Print Scre en 7011 Insert 7012 Home 7013 Enter 7014 Escape 7015 Up Arrow 7016 Dn Arrow 7017 Left Arrow 7018 Right Arrow

Keyboard Wedge Interface

a. The Keystroke in bold is sent only if the

“Function Key Mapping” parameter is en-

abled. Otherwise, the unbolded keystroke

is sent.

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Symbol Technologies LS 9208 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Contents

About This Guide

Introduction

Unpacking Your Scanner

Setting Up the Scanner

Installing the Interface Cable

Connecting Power (if required)

Synapse Interface

Connecting a Synapse Cable Interface

Configuring Your Scanner

Removing the Interface Cable

Introduction

Scanning in Single-Line Mode

Scanning in Omni Mode

Beeper Definitions

Selecting Beeper Volume using Trigger

LED Definitions

Aiming

Decode Zone

Introduction

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Technical Specifications

Scanner Signal Descriptions

Introduction

Scanning Sequence Examples

Errors While Scanning

User Preferences Default Parameters

User Preferences

Set Default Parameter

Beeper Tone

Beeper Volume

Volume Change Trigger Delay

Laser On Time

Beep After Good Decode

Low Power Blink

Scan Pattern Mode

Single-Line Aim Duration

Timeout Between Decodes

Time Delay to Low Power Mode

Linear UPC/EAN Decode

Introduction

Connecting a Keyboard Wedge Interface

Keyboard Wedge Default Parameters

Keyboard Wedge Host Types

Keyboard Wedge Host Types

Keyboard Wedge Country Types (Country Codes)

Ignore Unknown Characters

Keystroke Delay

Intra-Keystroke Delay

Alternate Numeric Keypad Emulation

Caps Lock On

Caps Lock Override

Convert Wedge Data

Function Key Mapping

FN1 Substitution

Send Make Break

OnKeyboard Maps

ASCII Character Set