Symbol Technologies 470, X70 User Manual

P370 / 470 RF Scanner

Quick Reference Guide

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Introduction

The P470/370 cordless RF scanners bring new flexibility and economy to data capture and data management in both industrial and retail operations. The scanner communicates with your host computer through radio transmission instead of through a cable. With the RF scanner, you are free to scan and transmit without a physical cable, from as far away as 100 feet (30.5 meters) even without a direct line of sight. This lets you take the scanner to where the work is, whether on the loading dock, the plant floor, the warehouse, or the POS checkout area. There are several versions available:

- P470: cordless retail scanner.

- P370: cordless industrial scanner.

- P370 ALR: cordless industrial ALR scanner.

This Quick Reference Guide provides basic instruction on the set up and use of the Phaser P370/P470 RF scanners.

Refer to PL 370/470 RF Cradle Quick Reference Guide (p/n 72-38494-xx) for information on setting up the PL 370/470 RF cradle.

To quickly get you started with your new scanner:

1. Charge the scanner in the cradle.

2. Power up the scanner.

3. Follow the Quick Startup Instructions (see page 6).

4. Use the test bar codes to ensure the scanner is working properly (see page 7).

Charging the Scanner in the Cradle

To charge the scanner, insert the scanner into the cradle so the nose of the scanner and tip of the handle seat into the receptacles. The scanner displays “UNIT CRADLED” when properly inserted in the cradle.

The battery charges automatically. A full charge of a depleted battery takes approximately 3-1/2 hours. The charge status indicator light on the back of the cradle blinks then becomes solid

Charge Status Indicator Light

when the battery is fully charged.

Powering Up the Scanner

To turn the scanner on, press the “Enter” key or pull the trigger. The scanner is brought out of sleep mode and into scanning mode.

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Scanning

Consult the P470/P370 RF Scanners Product Reference Guide (p/n 72-38495-xx) for programming instructions. If you need assistance, contact your local supplier or the Symbol Support Center.

To scan:

1. Ensure the battery is charged.

2. Ensure the bar code is in the correct scanning range.

3. Aim and press the trigger. When the scanner has read the symbol:

- a beep sounds.

- the LED above the display turns green.

- the red laser turns off.

Aiming

Hold at an Angle

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. Specular reflection can make decoding difficult.

The scanner can tilt up to 65° forward or back and achieve a successful decode. Simple practice quickly shows what tolerances to work within.

1.Successful Scanning 65°

Scan Beam

2.Possible Specular Reflection

Shaded area represents dead zone (+-2°)

Bar Code

3.Successful Scanning 65°

Scan Beam

Bar Code

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Scan the Entire Symbol

- The scan beam must cross every bar and space on the symbol (as in the

left bar code below).

- Hold the scanner farther away for larger symbols.

- Hold the scanner closer for symbols with bars that are close together.

Changing the Battery

When a battery is fully charged, it generally lasts up to 10 hours without being returned to the cradle. By returning it to the cradle during the day, this time is extended.

If a significant decrease in battery life is noticed and does not correspond to increased usage, consider replacing the battery.

Removing the Battery

1. Slide the battery release latch down using center indent and remove the

battery compartment cover.

2. Slide the battery toward the bottom of the scanner and then pull the bottom of

the battery back and out of the scanner.

Battery Compartment Cover

Battery Release Latch

Replacing the Battery

1. Place the top portion of the battery (curved side up, contacts toward top) into

the scanner and then slide it up the handle.

2. Replace the battery compartment cover.

3. Slide the release latch up to secure the cover in place.

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