Zebra DS9208-SR4NNU21ZE User Manual

DS9208 Digital Scanner

Product Reference Guide

DS9208 Digital Scanner

Product Reference Guide

72E-139635-01

Revision A

March 2011

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Revision History

Changes to the original manual are listed below:

Change	Date	Description
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Table of Contents

About This Guide
Introduction ....................................................................................................................	xv
Configurations................................................................................................................	xv
Chapter Descriptions .....................................................................................................	xvi
Notational Conventions..................................................................................................	xvii
Related Documents .......................................................................................................	xvii
Service Information........................................................................................................	xviii
Chapter 1: Getting Started
Introduction ...................................................................................................................	1-1
Interfaces ......................................................................................................................	1-2
Unpacking .....................................................................................................................	1-2
Setting Up the Digital Scanner ......................................................................................	1-3
Installing the Interface Cable ..................................................................................	1-3
Connecting Power (if required) ...............................................................................	1-3
Configuring the Digital Scanner ..............................................................................	1-4
Mounting the Digital Scanner ........................................................................................	1-4
Wall Mount Bracket .................................................................................................	1-4
Locking Mount Bracket ...........................................................................................	1-5
Accessories ..................................................................................................................	1-7
Required Accessories .............................................................................................	1-7
Optional Accessories ..............................................................................................	1-7
Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS) (Optional) ...........................................................	1-7
Chapter 2: Data Capture
Introduction ...................................................................................................................	2-1
Beeper Definitions ........................................................................................................	2-2
Selecting Beeper Volume using Trigger .................................................................	2-4
LED Definitions .............................................................................................................	2-4
Scanning .......................................................................................................................	2-5
Presentation Mode Scanning ..................................................................................	2-5
Momentary Trigger Mode Scanning ........................................................................	2-6

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Decode Ranges ............................................................................................................	2-8
Integrated Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS) ...........................................................	2-8
Deactivation Antenna for Checkpoint EAS Systems ...............................................	2-8
EAS Deactivation Range ........................................................................................	2-8
DS9208 Host Interface Cables and EAS ................................................................	2-8
Checkpoint Contact Information ..............................................................................	2-8
Chapter 3: Maintenance & Technical Specifications
Introduction ...................................................................................................................	3-1
Maintenance .................................................................................................................	3-1
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................	3-2
Report Software Version Bar Code .........................................................................	3-4
Technical Specifications ...............................................................................................	3-5
Digital Scanner Signal Descriptions ..............................................................................	3-7
Chapter 4: User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options
Introduction ...................................................................................................................	4-1
Scanning Sequence Examples .....................................................................................	4-2
Errors While Scanning ..................................................................................................	4-2
User Preferences/Miscellaneous Options Parameter Defaults .....................................	4-2
User Preferences ..........................................................................................................	4-4
Set Default Parameter ............................................................................................	4-4
Parameter Bar Code Scanning ...............................................................................	4-5
Beep After Good Decode ........................................................................................	4-5
Beeper Tone ...........................................................................................................	4-6
Beeper Volume .......................................................................................................	4-7
Volume Adjustment Trigger Timeout ......................................................................	4-8
Beeper Duration ......................................................................................................	4-9
Suppress Power-up Beeps .....................................................................................	4-9
Low Power Mode ....................................................................................................	4-10
Time Delay to Low Power Mode .............................................................................	4-11
Trigger Mode ...........................................................................................................	4-13
Trigger Aiming Pattern ............................................................................................	4-14
Presentation Aiming Pattern ...................................................................................	4-15
Momentary Trigger Mode Timeout ..........................................................................	4-16
Motion Detect Range ..............................................................................................	4-17
Post Decode Illumination ........................................................................................	4-18
Presentation Mode Field of View ............................................................................	4-18
Picklist Mode ...........................................................................................................	4-19
Continuous Bar Code Read ....................................................................................	4-20
Unique Bar Code Reporting ....................................................................................	4-20
Decode Session Timeout ........................................................................................	4-21
Timeout Between Decodes, Same Symbol ............................................................	4-21
Timeout Between Decodes, Different Symbols ......................................................	4-22
Fuzzy 1D Processing ..............................................................................................	4-22
Decode Mirror Images (Data Matrix Only) ..............................................................	4-23
Mobile Phone/Display Mode ...................................................................................	4-24
PDF Prioritization ....................................................................................................	4-25

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PDF Prioritization Timeout ......................................................................................	4-25
Decoding Illumination (Hand-Held Mode Only) .......................................................	4-26
Multicode Mode .......................................................................................................	4-27
Multicode Expression ..............................................................................................	4-28
Multicode Mode Concatenation ..............................................................................	4-33
Multicode Concatenation Symbology ......................................................................	4-34
Multicode Troubleshooting ......................................................................................	4-35
Miscellaneous Scanner Parameters .............................................................................	4-37
Transmit Code ID Character ...................................................................................	4-37
Prefix/Suffix Values .................................................................................................	4-38
Scan Data Transmission Format ............................................................................	4-39
FN1 Substitution Values .........................................................................................	4-41
Transmit “No Read” Message .................................................................................	4-42
Chapter 5: Imaging Preferences
Introduction ...................................................................................................................	5-1
Scanning Sequence Examples .....................................................................................	5-2
Errors While Scanning ..................................................................................................	5-2
Imaging Preferences Parameter Defaults .....................................................................	5-2
Imaging Preferences .....................................................................................................	5-4
Operational Modes ..................................................................................................	5-4
Image Capture Illumination .....................................................................................	5-5
Snapshot Mode Timeout .........................................................................................	5-6
Snapshot Aiming Pattern ........................................................................................	5-6
Image Cropping ......................................................................................................	5-7
Crop to Pixel Addresses .........................................................................................	5-8
Image Size (Number of Pixels) ...............................................................................	5-9
Image Brightness (Target White) ............................................................................	5-10
JPEG Image Options ..............................................................................................	5-10
JPEG Target File Size ............................................................................................	5-11
JPEG Quality and Size Value .................................................................................	5-11
Image Enhancement ...............................................................................................	5-12
Image File Format Selector .....................................................................................	5-13
Image Rotation ........................................................................................................	5-14
Bits Per Pixel ...........................................................................................................	5-15
Signature Capture ...................................................................................................	5-16
Signature Capture File Format Selector .................................................................	5-17
Signature Capture Bits Per Pixel ............................................................................	5-18
Signature Capture Width .........................................................................................	5-19
Signature Capture Height .......................................................................................	5-19
Signature Capture JPEG Quality ............................................................................	5-19
Chapter 6: USB Interface
Introduction ...................................................................................................................	6-1
Connecting a USB Interface .........................................................................................	6-2
USB Parameter Defaults ..............................................................................................	6-3
USB Host Parameters ..................................................................................................	6-4
USB Device Type ....................................................................................................	6-4

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Symbol Native API (SNAPI) Status Handshaking ...................................................	6-5
USB Country Keyboard Types - Country Codes .....................................................	6-6
USB Keystroke Delay .............................................................................................	6-8
Simulated Caps Lock ..............................................................................................	6-9
USB CAPS Lock Override ......................................................................................	6-9
USB Ignore Unknown Characters ...........................................................................	6-10
USB Convert Unknown to Code 39 ........................................................................	6-10
USB Ignore Beep Directive .....................................................................................	6-11
USB Ignore Type Directive .....................................................................................	6-11
Emulate Keypad ......................................................................................................	6-12
Emulate Keypad with Leading Zero ........................................................................	6-12
USB Keyboard FN 1 Substitution ............................................................................	6-13
Function Key Mapping ............................................................................................	6-13
Convert Case ..........................................................................................................	6-14
USB Static CDC ......................................................................................................	6-14
USB Polling Interval ................................................................................................	6-15
Quick Keypad Emulation .........................................................................................	6-17
ASCII Character Set for USB ........................................................................................	6-18
Chapter 7: RS-232 Interface
Introduction ...................................................................................................................	7-1
Connecting an RS-232 Interface ..................................................................................	7-2
RS-232 Parameter Defaults ..........................................................................................	7-3
RS-232 Host Parameters ..............................................................................................	7-4
RS-232 Host Types .................................................................................................	7-6
Baud Rate ...............................................................................................................	7-8
Parity .......................................................................................................................	7-9
Stop Bits ..................................................................................................................	7-10
Data Bits .................................................................................................................	7-10
Check Receive Errors .............................................................................................	7-11
Hardware Handshaking ..........................................................................................	7-11
Software Handshaking ............................................................................................	7-13
Host Serial Response Time-out ..............................................................................	7-15
RTS Line State ........................................................................................................	7-16
Beep on <BEL> .......................................................................................................	7-16
Intercharacter Delay ................................................................................................	7-17
Nixdorf Beep/LED Options ......................................................................................	7-18
Ignore Unknown Characters ...................................................................................	7-18
ASCII Character Set for RS-232 ...................................................................................	7-19
Chapter 8: IBM 468X / 469X Interface
Introduction ...................................................................................................................	8-1
Connecting to an IBM 468X/469X Host ........................................................................	8-2
IBM Parameter Defaults ...............................................................................................	8-3
IBM 468X/469X Host Parameters .................................................................................	8-4
Port Address ...........................................................................................................	8-4
Convert Unknown to Code 39 .................................................................................	8-5
Ignore Beep Directive .............................................................................................	8-5

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Ignore Configuration Directive ................................................................................	8-6
Chapter 9: Keyboard Wedge Interface
Introduction ...................................................................................................................	9-1
Connecting a Keyboard Wedge Interface .....................................................................	9-2
Keyboard Wedge Parameter Defaults ..........................................................................	9-3
Keyboard Wedge Host Parameters ..............................................................................	9-4
Keyboard Wedge Host Types .................................................................................	9-4
Keyboard Wedge Country Types - Country Codes .................................................	9-5
Ignore Unknown Characters ...................................................................................	9-7
Keystroke Delay ......................................................................................................	9-7
Intra-Keystroke Delay .............................................................................................	9-8
Alternate Numeric Keypad Emulation .....................................................................	9-8
Simulated Caps Lock ..............................................................................................	9-9
Caps Lock Override ................................................................................................	9-9
Convert Wedge Data ..............................................................................................	9-10
Function Key Mapping ............................................................................................	9-10
FN1 Substitution .....................................................................................................	9-11
Send Make and Break ............................................................................................	9-11
Keyboard Maps .......................................................................................................	9-12
ASCII Character Set for Keyboard Wedge ...................................................................	9-13
Chapter 10: Symbologies
Introduction ...................................................................................................................	10-1
Scanning Sequence Examples .....................................................................................	10-1
Errors While Scanning ..................................................................................................	10-2
Symbology Parameter Defaults ....................................................................................	10-2
Disable All Code Types ................................................................................................	10-7
UPC/EAN ......................................................................................................................	10-8
Enable/Disable UPC-A ............................................................................................	10-8
Enable/Disable UPC-E ............................................................................................	10-8
Enable/Disable UPC-E1 ..........................................................................................	10-9
Enable/Disable EAN-8/JAN-8 .................................................................................	10-9
Enable/Disable EAN-13/JAN-13 .............................................................................	10-10
Enable/Disable Bookland EAN ...............................................................................	10-10
Bookland ISBN Format ...........................................................................................	10-11
Decode UPC/EAN/JAN Supplementals ..................................................................	10-12
User-Programmable Supplementals .......................................................................	10-15
UPC/EAN/JAN Supplemental Redundancy ............................................................	10-15
UPC/EAN/JAN Supplemental AIM ID Format .........................................................	10-16
Transmit UPC-A Check Digit ..................................................................................	10-17
Transmit UPC-E Check Digit ..................................................................................	10-17
Transmit UPC-E1 Check Digit ................................................................................	10-18
UPC-A Preamble ....................................................................................................	10-18
UPC-E Preamble ....................................................................................................	10-19
UPC-E1 Preamble ..................................................................................................	10-20
Convert UPC-E to UPC-A .......................................................................................	10-21
Convert UPC-E1 to UPC-A .....................................................................................	10-21

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EAN-8/JAN-8 Extend ..............................................................................................	10-22
UCC Coupon Extended Code .................................................................................	10-22
Coupon Report ........................................................................................................	10-23
ISSN EAN ...............................................................................................................	10-24
Code 128 ......................................................................................................................	10-25
Enable/Disable Code 128 .......................................................................................	10-25
Set Lengths for Code 128 .......................................................................................	10-25
Enable/Disable GS1-128 (formerly UCC/EAN-128) ................................................	10-26
Enable/Disable ISBT 128 ........................................................................................	10-27
ISBT Concatenation ................................................................................................	10-28
Check ISBT Table ...................................................................................................	10-29
ISBT Concatenation Redundancy ...........................................................................	10-29
Code 39 ........................................................................................................................	10-30
Enable/Disable Code 39 .........................................................................................	10-30
Enable/Disable Trioptic Code 39 ............................................................................	10-30
Convert Code 39 to Code 32 ..................................................................................	10-31
Code 32 Prefix ........................................................................................................	10-31
Set Lengths for Code 39 .........................................................................................	10-32
Code 39 Check Digit Verification ............................................................................	10-33
Transmit Code 39 Check Digit ................................................................................	10-33
Code 39 Full ASCII Conversion ..............................................................................	10-34
Code 39 Buffering - Scan & Store ...........................................................................	10-35
Code 93 ........................................................................................................................	10-37
Enable/Disable Code 93 .........................................................................................	10-37
Set Lengths for Code 93 .........................................................................................	10-37
Code 11 ........................................................................................................................	10-39
Code 11 ..................................................................................................................	10-39
Set Lengths for Code 11 .........................................................................................	10-39
Code 11 Check Digit Verification ............................................................................	10-41
Transmit Code 11 Check Digits ..............................................................................	10-42
Interleaved 2 of 5 (ITF) .................................................................................................	10-42
Enable/Disable Interleaved 2 of 5 ...........................................................................	10-42
Set Lengths for Interleaved 2 of 5 ...........................................................................	10-43
I 2 of 5 Check Digit Verification ...............................................................................	10-45
Transmit I 2 of 5 Check Digit ...................................................................................	10-45
Convert I 2 of 5 to EAN-13 ......................................................................................	10-46
Discrete 2 of 5 (DTF) ....................................................................................................	10-46
Enable/Disable Discrete 2 of 5 ................................................................................	10-46
Set Lengths for Discrete 2 of 5 ...............................................................................	10-47
Codabar (NW - 7) .........................................................................................................	10-49
Enable/Disable Codabar .........................................................................................	10-49
Set Lengths for Codabar .........................................................................................	10-49
CLSI Editing ............................................................................................................	10-51
NOTIS Editing .........................................................................................................	10-51
MSI ...............................................................................................................................	10-52
Enable/Disable MSI ................................................................................................	10-52
Set Lengths for MSI ................................................................................................	10-52
MSI Check Digits ....................................................................................................	10-54
Transmit MSI Check Digit(s) ...................................................................................	10-54
MSI Check Digit Algorithm ......................................................................................	10-55

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Chinese 2 of 5 ...............................................................................................................	10-55
Enable/Disable Chinese 2 of 5 ................................................................................	10-55
Matrix 2 of 5 ..................................................................................................................	10-56
Enable/Disable Matrix 2 of 5 ...................................................................................	10-56
Set Lengths for Matrix 2 of 5 ...................................................................................	10-57
Matrix 2 of 5 Check Digit .........................................................................................	10-58
Transmit Matrix 2 of 5 Check Digit ..........................................................................	10-58
Korean 3 of 5 ................................................................................................................	10-59
Enable/Disable Korean 3 of 5 .................................................................................	10-59
Inverse 1D ....................................................................................................................	10-60
Postal Codes ................................................................................................................	10-61
US Postnet ..............................................................................................................	10-61
US Planet ................................................................................................................	10-61
Transmit US Postal Check Digit ..............................................................................	10-62
UK Postal ................................................................................................................	10-62
Transmit UK Postal Check Digit ..............................................................................	10-63
Japan Postal ...........................................................................................................	10-63
Australia Post ..........................................................................................................	10-64
Australia Post Format .............................................................................................	10-65
Netherlands KIX Code ...........................................................................................	10-66
USPS 4CB/One Code/Intelligent Mail .....................................................................	10-66
UPU FICS Postal ....................................................................................................	10-67
GS1 DataBar ................................................................................................................	10-68
GS1 DataBar ...........................................................................................................	10-68
GS1 DataBar Limited ..............................................................................................	10-69
GS1 DataBar Limited Security Level ......................................................................	10-70
GS1 DataBar Expanded .........................................................................................	10-71
Convert GS1 DataBar to UPC/EAN ........................................................................	10-71
Composite .....................................................................................................................	10-72
Composite CC-C .....................................................................................................	10-72
Composite CC-A/B ..................................................................................................	10-72
Composite TLC-39 ..................................................................................................	10-73
UPC Composite Mode ............................................................................................	10-73
Composite Beep Mode ...........................................................................................	10-74
GS1-128 Emulation Mode for UCC/EAN Composite Codes ...................................	10-74
2D Symbologies ............................................................................................................	10-75
Enable/Disable PDF417 ..........................................................................................	10-75
Enable/Disable MicroPDF417 .................................................................................	10-75
Code 128 Emulation ...............................................................................................	10-76
Data Matrix ..............................................................................................................	10-77
Data Matrix Inverse .................................................................................................	10-77
Maxicode .................................................................................................................	10-78
QR Code .................................................................................................................	10-78
QR Inverse ..............................................................................................................	10-79
MicroQR ..................................................................................................................	10-79
Aztec .......................................................................................................................	10-80
Aztec Inverse ..........................................................................................................	10-80
Redundancy Level ........................................................................................................	10-81
Redundancy Level 1 ...............................................................................................	10-81
Redundancy Level 2 ...............................................................................................	10-81

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Redundancy Level 3 ...............................................................................................	10-81
Redundancy Level 4 ...............................................................................................	10-82
Security Level ...............................................................................................................	10-83
Intercharacter Gap Size ..........................................................................................	10-84
Macro PDF Features ....................................................................................................	10-85
Flush Macro Buffer ..................................................................................................	10-85
Abort Macro PDF Entry ...........................................................................................	10-85
Chapter 11: 123Scan2
Introduction ...................................................................................................................	11-1
Communication with 123Scan2 ....................................................................................	11-1
123Scan2 Requirements ..............................................................................................	11-1
Chapter 12: Advanced Data Formatting
Introduction ...................................................................................................................	12-1
Chapter 13: Driver’s License Set Up (DS9208-DL)
Introduction ...................................................................................................................	13-1
Driver’s License Parsing ...............................................................................................	13-2
Parsing Driver’s License Data Fields (Embedded Driver's License Parsing) ...............	13-3
Embedded Driver's License Parsing Criteria - Code Type .....................................	13-3
Driver’s License Parse Field Bar Codes .................................................................	13-4
AAMVA Parse Field Bar Codes ..............................................................................	13-7
Parsing Rule Example ..................................................................................................	13-17
Embedded Driver's License Parsing ADF Example ................................................	13-21
Field Update Procedure ................................................................................................	13-23
User Preferences ..........................................................................................................	13-24
Set Default Parameter ............................................................................................	13-24
Send Keystroke (Control Characters and Keyboard Characters) ...........................	13-24
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
GS1 DataBar-14 ...........................................................................................................	C-3

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PDF417 .........................................................................................................................	C-3
Data Matrix ...................................................................................................................	C-3
Maxicode ......................................................................................................................	C-4
QR Code .......................................................................................................................	C-4
US Postnet ....................................................................................................................	C-4
UK Postal ......................................................................................................................	C-4
Appendix D: Numeric Bar Codes
Numeric Bar Codes ......................................................................................................	D-1
Cancel ...........................................................................................................................	D-2
Appendix E: ASCII Character Sets
Appendix F: Signature Capture Code
Introduction ...................................................................................................................	F-1
Code Structure ..............................................................................................................	F-1
Signature Capture Area ..........................................................................................	F-1
CapCode Pattern Structure .....................................................................................	F-2
Start / Stop Patterns .....................................................................................................	F-2
Dimensions ...................................................................................................................	F-3
Data Format ..................................................................................................................	F-3
Additional Capabilities ..................................................................................................	F-4
Signature Boxes ...........................................................................................................	F-4

Index

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About This Guide

Introduction

The DS9208 Product Reference Guide provides general instructions for setting up, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting the DS9208 digital scanner.

Configurations

This guide includes the following DS9208 digital scanner configurations:

•DS9208-SR00004NNWW - DS9208 Digital Scanner, Standard Range, Black

•DS9208-SR00004CNWW - DS9208 Digital Scanner, Standard Range, Black, Checkpoint EAS

•DS9208-DL00004NNWW - DS9208 Digital Scanner, DL parsing, Standard Range, Black

•DS9208-DL00004CNWW - DS9208 Digital Scanner, DL parsing, Standard Range, Black, Checkpoint EAS

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Chapter Descriptions

Topics covered in this guide are as follows:

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

•Chapter 2, Data Capture describes parts of the digital scanner, beeper and LED definitions, and how to use the scanner in hand-held and hands-free (presentation) modes.

•Chapter 3, Maintenance & Technical Specifications provides information on how to care for the digital scanner, troubleshooting, and technical specifications.

•Chapter 4, User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options describes features frequently used to customize how data transmits to the host device and programming bar codes for selecting user preference features for the digital scanner.

•Chapter 5, Imaging Preferences provides imaging preference features and programming bar codes for selecting these features.

•Chapter 6, USB Interface describes how to set up the digital scanner with a USB host.

•Chapter 7, RS-232 Interface describes how to set up the digital scanner with an RS-232 host, such as point-of-sale devices, host computers, or other devices with an available RS-232 port.

•Chapter 8, IBM 468X / 469X Interface describes how to set up the digital scanner with IBM 468X/469X POS systems.

•Chapter 9, Keyboard Wedge Interface describes how to set up a Keyboard Wedge interface with the digital scanner.

•Chapter 10, Symbologies describes all symbology features and provides programming bar codes for selecting these features for the digital scanner.

•Chapter 11, 123Scan2 describeds this PC-based scanner configuration tool which enables rapid and easy customized setup of Symbol scanners.

•Chapter 12, Advanced Data Formatting briefly describes ADF, a means of customizing data before transmission to the host device, and includes a reference to the ADF Programmer Guide.

•Chapter 13, Driver’s License Set Up (DS9208-DL) describes how the DS9208-DL digital scanner can parse out information from standard US driver's licenses and certain other American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators (AAMVA) compliant ID cards.

•Appendix A, Standard Default Parameters provides a table 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 of various code types.

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

•Appendix E, ASCII Character Sets provides ASCII character value tables.

•Appendix F, Signature Capture Code provides information on CapCode, a signature capture code that encloses a signature area on a document and allows a scanner to capture a signature.

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Notational Conventions

The following conventions are used in this document:

•Italics are used to highlight the following:

•Chapters and sections in this and related documents

•Dialog box, window and screen names

•Drop-down list and list box names

•Check box and radio button names

•Bold text is used to highlight the following:

•Key names on a keypad

•Button names on a screen.

•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 menus, asterisks (*) are used to denote default parameter settings.

* Indicates Default	*Baud Rate 9600		Feature/Option

Related Documents

•DS9208 Quick Start Guide, p/n 72-140088-xx - provides general information for getting started with the DS9208 digital scanner, and includes basic set up and operation instructions.

•Advanced Data Formatting Programmer Guide, p/n 72E-69680-xx - provides information on ADF, a means of customizing data before transmission to a host.

For the latest version of this guide and all Motorola guides, go to: http://supportcentral.motorola.com.

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Service Information

If you have a problem with your equipment, contact Motorola Solutions support for your region. Contact information is available at: http://supportcentral.motorola.com.

When contacting Motorola Solutions support, please have the following information available:

•Serial number of the unit

•Model number or product name

•Software type and version number

Motorola responds to calls by e-mail, telephone or fax within the time limits set forth in service agreements.

If your problem cannot be solved by Motorola Solutions support, you may need to return your equipment for servicing and will be given specific directions. Motorola 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 you purchased your business product from a Motorola business partner, please contact that business partner for support.

Chapter 1 Getting Started

Introduction

The DS9208 combines superior 1D and 2D omnidirectional bar code scanning and advanced feature set in a compact design. The digital scanner’s built-in stand seamlessly accommodates both counter-top and hand-held use. Whether in presentation or trigger mode, the digital scanner ensures comfort and ease of use for extended periods of time.

Figure 1-1 DS9208 Digital Scanner

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Interfaces

The DS9208 digital scanner supports:

•USB connection to a host. The digital scanner autodetects a USB host and defaults to the HID keyboard interface type. Select other USB interface types by scanning programming bar code menus.This interface supports the following international keyboards (for Windows® environment): North America, German, French, French Canadian, Spanish, Italian, Swedish, UK English, Portuguese-Brazilian, and Japanese.

•Standard RS-232 connection to a host. Scan bar code menus to set up communication of the digital scanner with the host.

•RS-485 connection to IBM 468X/469X hosts. Scan bar code menus to set up communication of the digital scanner with the IBM terminal.

•Keyboard Wedge connection to a host. The host interprets scanned data as keystrokes. Scan bar code menus to set up communication of the digital scanner with the host. This interface supports the following international keyboards (for Windows® environment): North America, German, French, French Canadian, French Belgian, Spanish, Italian, Swedish, UK English, Portuguese-Brazilian, and Japanese.

NOTE Only the Symbol Native API (SNAPI) with Imaging interface supports image capture. See USB Device Type on page 6-4 to enable this host.

Unpacking

Remove the digital scanner from its packing and inspect it for damage. If the scanner was damaged in transit, contact Motorola Enterprise Mobility Support. See page xviii for contact information. KEEP THE PACKING. It is the approved shipping container; use this to return the equipment for servicing.

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Setting Up the Digital Scanner

Installing the Interface Cable

1.Insert the interface cable modular connector into the interface cable port on the rear of the digital scanner until you hear a click. The green LED lights and low/medium/high beeps sound, indicating that the scanner is operational.

Cable interface port	Interface cable
	modular connector

To host

Figure 1-2 Installing the Cable

NOTE Different hosts require different cables. The connectors illustrated in each host chapter are examples only. Connectors vary from those illustrated, but the steps to connect the digital scanner are the same.

2.Gently tug the cable to ensure the connector is secure.

3.Connect the other end of the interface cable to the host (see the specific host chapter for information on host connections).

Removing the Interface Cable

1.Tilt the scanner fully forward.

2.Using the tip of a small screwdriver, depress the cable’s modular connector clip and carefully slide out the cable.

Connecting Power (if required)

If the host does not provide power to the digital scanner, connect an external power supply.

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

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

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Configuring the Digital Scanner

To configure the digital scanner use the bar codes included in this manual, or use the 123Scan2 configuration program. See Chapter 4, User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options, Chapter 5, Imaging Preferences, and Chapter 10, Symbologies for information about programming the digital scanner using bar code menus. See Chapter 11, 123Scan2 for information on using this configuration program. Also see each host-specific chapter to set up connection to a specific host type.

Mounting the Digital Scanner

Wall Mount Bracket

An optional wall mount bracket is available for mounting the scanner to a wall or other vertical surface. To mount the DS9208:

1.Place the bracket in its desired location on the wall, and insert two #8 screws through each screw hole in the bracket.

NOTE Select a screw type and length appropriate for the wall material.

Figure 1-3 Installing the Wall Mount Bracket

2.Tighten the screws to secure the bracket to the wall.

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3.Slide the base of the digital scanner into the bracket, oriented so the scan window faces down.

Figure 1-4 Inserting the DS9208 into the Wall Mount Bracket

Locking Mount Bracket

An optional locking mount bracket is available for "locking" the scanner into position on a horizontal (or vertical) surface. This option is recommended for applications where it is desirable to affix the scanner to a counter or desktop. To mount the DS9208:

1.Place the bracket in its desired location on the counter or desktop. Make sure that the indicator on the bracket is consistent with the direction that the scanner will face. Insert four #8 screws through each screw hole in the bracket.

Figure 1-5 Figure 1-4 Installing the Locking Mount Bracket

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2.Tighten the screws to secure the bracket to the counter or desktop.

3.To insert the scanner into the Locking Mount Bracket, place the scanner onto the bracket and turn it 1/4 revolution clockwise until you hear a click and the scanner faces its final position.

Figure 1-6 Inserting the DS9208 into the Locking Mount Bracket

4.To remove the scanner from the Locking Mount Bracket, lift the scanner, pull up slightly on the scanner with particular emphasis on the right rear corner (where the locking mechanism is) and turn counter-clockwise until the scanner is released.

Figure 1-7 Removing the DS9208 from the Locking Mount Bracket

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Accessories

Required Accessories

The digital scanner ships with the DS9208 Quick Start Guide. Also order an interface cable for the appropriate interface, and a universal power supply if the interface requires this. For additional items, contact a local Motorola representative or business partner.

Optional Accessories

Contact Motorola to purchase the following accessories for the DS9208:

•Wall Mount Bracket (see Wall Mount Bracket on page 1-4 for installation instructions)

•Locking Mount Bracket (see Locking Mount Bracket on page 1-5 for installation instructions)

Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS) (Optional)

Because there are several Checkpoint EAS systems available, your local Checkpoint representative should connect the digital scanner to the Checkpoint EAS system and tune the system. To contact your local Checkpoint representative inside the U.S. call 800-257-5540, ext. 4300. Outside the U.S., call [phone], ext. 4300.

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Chapter 2 Data Capture

Introduction

This chapter provides beeper and LED definitions, techniques involved in capturing bar codes, general instructions and tips about scanning, and decode range information.

Decode LEDs

Exit Window

Finger Grips

Trigger and

Volume Control

Beeper

Adjustable Stand

Figure 2-1 Parts

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Beeper Definitions

The digital scanner issues different beep sequences and patterns to indicate status. Table 2-1 defines beep sequences that occur during both normal scanning and while programming the digital scanner.

Table 2-1 Beeper Definitions

Beeper Sequence	Indication
Standard Use
Low/medium/high beeps	Power up.
Short beep	A bar code symbol was decoded (if decode beeper is enabled).
(tone programmable)
4 low beeps	Transmission error.
5 low beeps	Conversion or format error.
Low/low/low/extra low beeps	RS-232 receive error.
High beep	The digital scanner detected a <BEL> character over RS-232.
Image Capture
Low beep	Snapshot mode started or completed.
High/low beeps	Snapshot mode timed out.
Parameter Menu Scanning
High/low beeps	Input error; incorrect bar code, programming sequence, or Cancel scanned.
Low/low beeps	Keyboard parameter selected. Enter value using numeric bar codes.
High/low/high/low beeps	Successful program exit with change in parameter setting.
ADF Programming
High/low beeps	Enter another digit. Add leading zeros to the front if necessary.
Low/low beeps	Enter another alphabetic character or scan the End of Message bar code.
High/high beeps	ADF criteria or action is expected. Enter another criterion or action, or scan the
	Save Rule bar code.
High/low/high/low beeps	Rule saved. Rule entry mode exited.
High/low/low beeps	All criteria or actions cleared for current rule, continue entering rule.
Low beep	Delete last saved rule. The current rule is left intact.
Low/high/high beeps	All rules are deleted.
Low/high/low/high beeps	Out of rule memory. Erase some existing rules, then try to save rule again.
Low/high/low beeps	Cancel rule entry. Rule entry mode exited because of an error or the user asked to
	exit rule entry.
Low/high beeps	Entry error, wrong bar code scanned, or criteria/action list is too long for a rule.
	Re-enter criterion or action.