Zebra LI36X8 Reference Guide

LI36X8

MN001740A04

Linear Scanner

Product Reference Guide

LI36X8

PRODUCT REFERENCE GUIDE

MN001740A04

Revision A

December 2020

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Warranty

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http://www.zebra.com/warranty.

Revision History

Changes to the original guide are listed below:

Change Date Description

-01 Rev. A 11/2015 Initial release (includes corded LI3608 only).

-02 Rev. A 03/2016 Add cordless LI3678.

-03 Rev. A 04/2018 Updated: Related Documents to include Cradle, ADF, MDF, and Data Dictionary
guides; IBM OPOS to OPOS (IBM Hand-held with Full Disable); HID Keyboard
Emulation to USB HID Keyboard; MOD 10/MOD 11 to MOD 1 1/MOD 10; Accessory and
Power Supply list.
Added: Note to Unpairing regarding the host connection; Save Bluetooth Connection
Information; LI36X8-ER configuration, parameter to enable/disable all Symbology
Code T ypes, Quiet Zone parameters: 1750, 1208, 1209, 1210, 1288, 1289, parameters
1778 and 1779 to Radio chapter, Repair on Double Trigger Press feature.

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-04 Rev. A 12/2020

Replaced master/slave references with central/peripheral.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Warranty ............................................................................................................................................ ii

Revision History................................................................................................................................. iii

About This Guide

About This Guide

Introduction...................................................................................................................................... xv

Scanner Configurations ................................................................................................................... xv

Related Product Line Configurations............................................................................................... xvi

Chapter Descriptions ....................................................................................................................... xix

Notational Conventions.................................................................................................................... xx

Related Documents ......................................................................................................................... xxi

Service Information.......................................................................................................................... xxi

Chapter 1: GETTING STARTED

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

Imager Scanner ............................................................................................................................. 1-2

Configuring the Linear Imager Scanner ......................................................................................... 1-2

LI3608 Parts ................................................................................................................................... 1-2

LI3608 Corded Linear Imager Scanner .................................................................................... 1-2

Setting Up LI3608 Corded Linear Imager Scanner ........................................................................ 1-3

Installing the LI3608 Interface Cable ........................................................................................ 1-3

Removing the LI3608 Interface Cable ...................................................................................... 1-4

LI3678 Parts ................................................................................................................................... 1-6

LI3678 Cordless Linear Imager Scanner ................................................................................. 1-6

The Cradle ..................................................................................................................................... 1-7

Cradle Parts ............................................................................................................................. 1-8

Connecting the Cradle ................................................................................................................... 1-9

Connecting STB3678/FLB3678 Cradles ............................................................................ 1-9

Supplying Power to the Cradle ............................................................................................... 1-10

Mounting the Cradle ............................................................................................................... 1-10

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Inserting the Battery ..................................................................................................................... 1-11

Removing the Battery ............................................................................................................. 1-11

Charging the LI3678 Battery ........................................................................................................ 1-12

Inserting the Scanner in the Cradle ............................................................................................. 1-13

Sending Data to the Host Computer ............................................................................................ 1-14

Pairing .................................................................................................................................... 1-14

Lost Connection to Host ......................................................................................................... 1-14

Configuring the Scanner .............................................................................................................. 1-14

Radio Communications ................................................................................................................ 1-14

Four Slot Spare Battery Charger ................................................................................................. 1-15

Inserting Batteries ............................................................................................................ 1-16

Intellistand .................................................................................................................................... 1-17

Lanyard ........................................................................................................................................ 1-18

Chapter 2: SCANNING

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

Beeper and LED Definitions ........................................................................................................... 2-1

Radio and Beeper LED Definitions .......................................................................................... 2-1

Cradle LED Definitions ............................................................................................................. 2-5

Four Slot Battery Charger Definitions ...................................................................................... 2-6

Scanning ....................................................................................................................................... 2-7

Aiming ...................................................................................................................................... 2-7

Hand-Held Scanning ................................................................................................................ 2-7

Hands-Free Scanning .............................................................................................................. 2-9

Decode Ranges ........................................................................................................................... 2-11

Chapter 3: MAINTENANCE, TROUBLESHOOTING & TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

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

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

Known Harmful Ingredients ...................................................................................................... 3-1

Approved Cleaning Agents ...................................................................................................... 3-2

Tolerable Industrial Fluids and Chemicals ............................................................................... 3-2

Cleaning the Linear Imager Scanner ....................................................................................... 3-2

Battery Maintenance ...................................................................................................................... 3-3

Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................. 3-4

Technical Specifications ................................................................................................................ 3-9

Signal Descriptions ...................................................................................................................... 3-12

Chapter 4: RADIO COMMUNICATIONS

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

Scanning Sequence Examples ................................................................................................ 4-1

Errors While Scanning ............................................................................................................. 4-1

Radio Communications Parameter Defaults .................................................................................. 4-2

Wireless Beeper Definitions ........................................................................................................... 4-4

Radio Communications Host Types ............................................................................................... 4-4

Classic Bluetooth vs. Low Energy Bluetooth ...................................................................... 4-4

Cradle ....................................................................................................................................... 4-4

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Keyboard Emulation (HID) ....................................................................................................... 4-5

Simple Serial Interface (SSI) .................................................................................................... 4-6

Serial Port Profile (SPP) ........................................................................................................... 4-7

Bluetooth Technology Profile Support ...................................................................................... 4-8

Central/Peripheral Set Up ........................................................................................................ 4-8

Central ................................................................................................................................ 4-8

Peripheral ........................................................................................................................... 4-8

Bluetooth Friendly Name ............................................................................................................... 4-9

Discoverable Mode ................................................................................................................ 4-10

Wi-Fi Friendly Mode ..................................................................................................................... 4-11

Notes ...................................................................................................................................... 4-11

Wi-Fi Channel Exclusion .................................................................................................. 4-12

Radio Output Power ..................................................................................................................... 4-14

Link Supervision Timeout ....................................................................................................... 4-15

Bluetooth Radio State .................................................................................................................. 4-16

HID Host Parameters ................................................................................................................... 4-17

Apple OS Virtual Keyboard Toggle ........................................................................................ 4-17

HID Keyboard Keystroke Delay ............................................................................................. 4-18

HID CAPS Lock Override ....................................................................................................... 4-18

HID Ignore Unknown Characters ........................................................................................... 4-19

Emulate Keypad ..................................................................................................................... 4-19

Fast HID Keyboard ................................................................................................................. 4-20

Quick Keypad Emulation ........................................................................................................ 4-21

HID Keyboard FN1 Substitution ............................................................................................. 4-21

HID Function Key Mapping .................................................................................................... 4-22

Simulated Caps Lock ............................................................................................................. 4-22

Convert Case ......................................................................................................................... 4-23

Pull Trigger Twice to Reconnect ............................................................................................ 4-23

Auto-reconnect ....................................................................................................................... 4-24

Auto-reconnect Feature ............................................................................................................... 4-25

Reconnect Attempt Beep Feedback ...................................................................................... 4-26

Reconnect Attempt Interval .................................................................................................... 4-27

Sleep Between Attempts ........................................................................................................ 4-28

Number of Retry Attempts ...................................................................................................... 4-29

Out of Range Indicator ................................................................................................................. 4-30

Beep on Insertion ......................................................................................................................... 4-31

Beep on <BEL> ............................................................................................................................ 4-32

Linear Imager Scanner(s) To Cradle Support .............................................................................. 4-33

Modes of Operation ................................................................................................................ 4-33

Point-to-Point Communication ......................................................................................... 4-33

Multipoint-to-Point Communication .................................................................................. 4-33

Parameter Broadcast (Cradle Host Only) .............................................................................. 4-34

Pairing .................................................................................................................................... 4-34

Pairing Modes .................................................................................................................. 4-35

Lock Override ................................................................................................................... 4-35

Pairing Methods ............................................................................................................... 4-36

Unpairing .......................................................................................................................... 4-36

Toggle Pairing .................................................................................................................. 4-37

Pairing Bar Code Format ....................................................................................................... 4-37

Scan-To-Connect (STC) Utility ......................................................................................... 4-37

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Connection Maintenance Interval ........................................................................................... 4-38

Considerations ................................................................................................................. 4-38

Batch Mode .................................................................................................................................. 4-41

Modes of Operation .......................................................................................................... 4-41

Persistent Batch Storage ............................................................................................................. 4-44

Page Button ................................................................................................................................. 4-45

Page Options ............................................................................................................................... 4-46

Page Mode ............................................................................................................................. 4-46

Page State Timeout ............................................................................................................... 4-47

Classic Bluetooth and/or Low Energy (Cradle Host Only) ........................................................... 4-48

Bluetooth Security ........................................................................................................................ 4-49

PIN Code ................................................................................................................................ 4-49

Variable PIN Code ........................................................................................................... 4-50

Bluetooth Security Levels ....................................................................................................... 4-51

Save Bluetooth Connection Information ................................................................................. 4-53

Bluetooth Radio, Linking, and Batch Operation ........................................................................... 4-54

Setting Up an iOS or Android Product To Work With The Linear Imager Scanner ................ 4-54

Chapter 5: USER PREFERENCES & MISCELLANEOUS SCANNER OPTIONS

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

Scanning Sequence Examples ...................................................................................................... 5-2

Errors While Scanning ................................................................................................................... 5-2

User Preferences/Miscellaneous Option Parameter Defaults ........................................................ 5-2

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

Default Parameters .................................................................................................................. 5-5

Report Version ......................................................................................................................... 5-6

Parameter Bar Code Scanning ................................................................................................ 5-6

Beep After Good Decode ......................................................................................................... 5-7

Decode Illumination Indicator ................................................................................................... 5-8

Beeper Tone ............................................................................................................................ 5-9

Suppress Power Up Beeps .................................................................................................... 5-10

Beeper Volume ...................................................................................................................... 5-10

Beeper Duration ..................................................................................................................... 5-11

Decode Pager Motor .............................................................................................................. 5-12

Decode Pager Motor Duration ............................................................................................... 5-13

Hand-Held Trigger Mode ........................................................................................................ 5-15

Hands-Free Trigger Mode ...................................................................................................... 5-17

Low Power Mode ................................................................................................................... 5-17

Time Delay to Low Power Mode ............................................................................................ 5-18

Time Delay to Low Power Mode for Corded .......................................................................... 5-18

Time Delay to Low Power Mode for Cordless ........................................................................ 5-20

Time Delay to Presentation Sleep Mode ................................................................................ 5-21

Timeout to Low Power Mode from Auto Aim .......................................................................... 5-24

Linear Imager Picklist Mode ................................................................................................... 5-25

FIPS Mode ............................................................................................................................. 5-27

Aiming Illumination ................................................................................................................. 5-28

Continuous Bar Code Read ................................................................................................... 5-29

Unique Bar Code Reporting ................................................................................................... 5-29

Decode Session Timeout ....................................................................................................... 5-30

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Timeout Between Decodes, Same Symbol ............................................................................ 5-30

Timeout Between Decodes, Different Symbols ...................................................................... 5-30

Decoding Illumination ............................................................................................................. 5-31

Battery Threshold ................................................................................................................... 5-32

Miscellaneous Scanner Parameters ............................................................................................ 5-34

Transmit Code ID Character .................................................................................................. 5-34

Prefix/Suffix Values ................................................................................................................ 5-35

Scan Data Transmission Format ............................................................................................ 5-36

FN1 Substitution Values ......................................................................................................... 5-37

Transmit “No Read” Message ................................................................................................ 5-38

Unsolicited Heartbeat Interval ................................................................................................ 5-39

Dump Scanner Parameters .................................................................................................... 5-40

Chapter 6: USB INTERFACE

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

Connecting a USB Interface .......................................................................................................... 6-2

LI3608 Corded Linear Imager USB Connection ....................................................................... 6-3

LI3678 Cordless Linear Imager USB Connection .................................................................... 6-4

USB Host Parameters .................................................................................................................... 6-6

USB Device Type ..................................................................................................................... 6-6

Scan Disable Mode .................................................................................................................. 6-8

Symbol Native API (SNAPI) Status Handshaking .................................................................... 6-9

USB Keystroke Delay ............................................................................................................. 6-10

USB CAPS Lock Override ...................................................................................................... 6-10

USB Ignore Unknown Characters .......................................................................................... 6-11

USB Convert Unknown to Code 39 ........................................................................................ 6-11

Emulate Keypad ..................................................................................................................... 6-12

Emulate Keypad with Leading Zero ....................................................................................... 6-12

Quick Keypad Emulation ........................................................................................................ 6-13

USB Keyboard FN 1 Substitution ........................................................................................... 6-13

Function Key Mapping ........................................................................................................... 6-14

Simulated Caps Lock ............................................................................................................. 6-14

Convert Case ......................................................................................................................... 6-15

USB Static CDC ..................................................................................................................... 6-15

Optional USB Parameters ............................................................................................................ 6-16

Ignore Beep ............................................................................................................................ 6-16

Ignore Bar Code Configuration .............................................................................................. 6-16

USB Polling Interval ............................................................................................................... 6-17

USB Fast HID ......................................................................................................................... 6-19

IBM Specification Version ...................................................................................................... 6-19

ASCII Character Set for USB ....................................................................................................... 6-20

Chapter 7: SSI Interface

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

Communications ............................................................................................................................ 7-1

SSI Transactions ............................................................................................................................ 7-3

General Data Transactions ...................................................................................................... 7-3

ACK/NAK Handshaking ..................................................................................................... 7-3

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Transfer of Decode Data .......................................................................................................... 7-4

ACK/NAK Enabled and Packeted Data .............................................................................. 7-4

ACK/NAK Enabled and Unpacketed ASCII Data ............................................................... 7-4

ACK/NAK Disabled and Packeted DECODE_DATA ......................................................... 7-5

ACK/NAK Disabled and Unpacketed ASCII Data .............................................................. 7-5

Communication Summary .............................................................................................................. 7-5

RTS/CTS Lines ........................................................................................................................ 7-5

ACK/NAK Option ...................................................................................................................... 7-5

Number of Data Bits ................................................................................................................. 7-5

Serial Response Time-out ........................................................................................................ 7-6

Retries ...................................................................................................................................... 7-6

Baud Rate, Stop Bits, Parity, Response Time-out, ACK/NAK Handshake .............................. 7-6

Errors ....................................................................................................................................... 7-6

Things to Remember When Using SSI Communication ................................................................ 7-6

Using Time Delay to Low Power Mode with SSI ............................................................................ 7-7

Encapsulation of RSM Commands/Responses over SSI .............................................................. 7-8

Command Structure ................................................................................................................. 7-8

Response Structure ................................................................................................................. 7-8

Example Transaction ............................................................................................................... 7-9

Simple Serial Interface Default Parameters ................................................................................. 7-10

SSI Host Parameters ................................................................................................................... 7-11

Select SSI Host ...................................................................................................................... 7-11

Baud Rate .............................................................................................................................. 7-12

Baud Rate (continued) ........................................................................................................... 7-13

Parity ...................................................................................................................................... 7-14

Check Parity ........................................................................................................................... 7-15

Stop Bits ................................................................................................................................. 7-15

Software Handshaking ........................................................................................................... 7-16

Host RTS Line State .............................................................................................................. 7-17

Decode Data Packet Format .................................................................................................. 7-17

Host Serial Response Time-out ............................................................................................. 7-18

Host Character Time-out ........................................................................................................ 7-19

Multipacket Option ................................................................................................................. 7-20

Interpacket Delay ................................................................................................................... 7-21

Event Reporting ........................................................................................................................... 7-22

Decode Event ......................................................................................................................... 7-22

Boot Up Event ........................................................................................................................ 7-23

Parameter Event .................................................................................................................... 7-23

Chapter 8: RS-232 INTERFACE

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

Connecting an RS-232 Interface .................................................................................................... 8-2

Connecting an RS-232 Interface .................................................................................................... 8-3

LI3678 Cordless Linear Imager RS-232 Connection ............................................................... 8-3

RS-232 Parameter Defaults ........................................................................................................... 8-4

RS-232 Host Parameters ............................................................................................................... 8-5

RS-232 Host Types .................................................................................................................. 8-7

Baud Rate ................................................................................................................................ 8-9

Parity ...................................................................................................................................... 8-10

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Stop Bit Select ........................................................................................................................ 8-11

Data Bits (ASCII Format) ....................................................................................................... 8-12

Check Receive Errors ............................................................................................................ 8-12

Hardware Handshaking .......................................................................................................... 8-13

Software Handshaking ........................................................................................................... 8-15

Host Serial Response Time-out ............................................................................................. 8-17

RTS Line State ....................................................................................................................... 8-18

Point-to-Point Mode Only ................................................................................................. 8-18

Intercharacter Delay ............................................................................................................... 8-19

Nixdorf Beep/LED Options ..................................................................................................... 8-20

Ignore Unknown Characters .................................................................................................. 8-20

ASCII Character Set for RS-232 .................................................................................................. 8-21

Chapter 9: IBM INTERFACE

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

Connecting to an IBM 468X/469X Host ......................................................................................... 9-2

LI3608 Corded Linear Imager IBM Connection ........................................................................ 9-2

LI3678 Cordless Linear Imager IBM Connection ..................................................................... 9-3

IBM Parameter Defaults ................................................................................................................. 9-4

IBM 468X/469X Host Parameters .................................................................................................. 9-5

Port Address ............................................................................................................................ 9-5

Convert Unknown to Code 39 .................................................................................................. 9-6

Optional IBM Parameters ............................................................................................................... 9-6

Ignore Beep .............................................................................................................................. 9-6

Ignore Bar Code Configuration ................................................................................................ 9-7

IBM-485 Specification Version ................................................................................................. 9-7

Chapter 10: KEYBOARD WEDGE INTERFACE

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

Connecting a Keyboard Wedge Interface .................................................................................... 10-2

LI3678 Cordless Linear Imager Keyboard Wedge Connection .............................................. 10-3

Keyboard Wedge Parameter Defaults ......................................................................................... 10-4

Keyboard Wedge Host Parameters ................................ ........... ........... .......... ............................. 10-5

Keyboard Wedge Host Types ................................................................................................ 10-5

Ignore Unknown Characters .................................................................................................. 10-6

Keystroke Delay ..................................................................................................................... 10-6

Intra-Keystroke Delay ............................................................................................................. 10-7

Alternate Numeric Keypad Emulation .................................................................................... 10-8

Quick Keypad Emulation ........................................................................................................ 10-8

Caps Lock On ........................................................................................................................ 10-9

Caps Lock Override ............................................................................................................... 10-9

Convert Wedge Data ............................................................................................................ 10-10

Function Key Mapping ......................................................................................................... 10-10

FN1 Substitution ................................................................................................................... 10-11

Send Make and Break .......................................................................................................... 10-11

Keyboard Map ............................................................................................................................ 10-12

ASCII Character Set for Keyboard Wedge ................................................................................ 10-13

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Chapter 11: SYMBOLOGIES

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

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

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

Symbology Parameter Defaults ................................................................................................... 11-2

Enable/Disable All Code Types ................................................................................................... 11-7

UPC/EAN ..................................................................................................................................... 11-7

Enable/Disable UPC-A ........................................................................................................... 11-7

Enable/Disable UPC-E ........................................................................................................... 11-7

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

Enable/Disable EAN-8/JAN-8 ................................................................................................ 11-9

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

Enable/Disable Bookland EAN ............................................................................................. 11-10

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

User-Programmable Supplementals .................................................................................... 11-14

UPC/EAN/JAN Supplemental Redundancy ......................................................................... 11-14

UPC/EAN/JAN Supplemental AIM ID Format ...................................................................... 11-15

Transmit UPC-A Check Digit ................................................................................................ 11-16

Transmit UPC-E Check Digit ................................................................................................ 11-16

Transmit UPC-E1 Check Digit .............................................................................................. 11-17

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

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

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

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

Convert UPC-E1 to UPC-A .................................................................................................. 11-21

EAN-8/JAN-8 Extend ........................................................................................................... 11-22

Bookland ISBN Format ........................................................................................................ 11-22

UCC Coupon Extended Code .............................................................................................. 11-23

Coupon Report ..................................................................................................................... 11-23

ISSN EAN ............................................................................................................................ 11-24

UPC Reduced Quiet Zone ................................................................................................... 11-24

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

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

Set Lengths for Code 128 .................................................................................................... 11-25

Enable/Disable GS1-128 (formerly UCC/EAN-128) ............................................................. 11-27

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

ISBT Concatenation ............................................................................................................. 11-28

Check ISBT Table ................................................................................................................ 11-29

ISBT Concatenation Redundancy ........................................................................................ 11-29

Code 128 Security Level ...................................................................................................... 11-30

Code 128 Reduced Quiet Zone ........................................................................................... 11-31

Code 39 ..................................................................................................................................... 11-31

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

Enable/Disable Trioptic Code 39 .......................................................................................... 11-32

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

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

Set Lengths for Code 39 ...................................................................................................... 11-33

Code 39 Check Digit Verification ......................................................................................... 11-35

Transmit Code 39 Check Digit ............................................................................................. 11-35

Code 39 Full ASCII Conversion ........................................................................................... 11-36

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Code 39 Buffering - Scan & Store ........................................................................................ 11-36

Buffer Data ..................................................................................................................... 11-37

Clear Transmission Buffer .............................................................................................. 11-37

Transmit Buffer ............................................................................................................... 11-38

Overfilling Transmission Buffer ...................................................................................... 11-38

Attempt to Transmit an Empty Buffer ............................................................................. 11-38

Code 39 Security Level ........................................................................................................ 11-39

Code 39 Reduced Quiet Zone ............................................................................................. 11-40

Code 93 ..................................................................................................................................... 11-40

Enable/Disable Code 93 ...................................................................................................... 11-40

Set Lengths for Code 93 ...................................................................................................... 11-41

Code 11 ..................................................................................................................................... 11-42

Code 11 ................................................................................................................................ 11-42

Set Lengths for Code 11 ...................................................................................................... 11-43

Code 11 Check Digit Verification ......................................................................................... 11-44

Transmit Code 11 Check Digits ........................................................................................... 11-45

Interleaved 2 of 5 (ITF) .............................................................................................................. 11-46

Enable/Disable Interleaved 2 of 5 ........................................................................................ 11-46

Set Lengths for Interleaved 2 of 5 ........................................................................................ 11-46

I 2 of 5 Check Digit Verification ............................................................................................ 11-48

Transmit I 2 of 5 Check Digit ................................................................................................ 11-48

Febraban .............................................................................................................................. 11-49

Convert I 2 of 5 to EAN-13 ................................................................................................... 11-49

I 2 of 5 Security Level ........................................................................................................... 11-50

I 2 of 5 Reduced Quiet Zone ................................................................................................ 11-51

Discrete 2 of 5 (DTF) ................................................................................................................. 11-52

Enable/Disable Discrete 2 of 5 ............................................................................................. 11-52

Set Lengths for Discrete 2 of 5 ............................................................................................. 11-52

Codabar (NW - 7) ....................................................................................................................... 11-54

Enable/Disable Codabar ...................................................................................................... 11-54

Set Lengths for Codabar ...................................................................................................... 11-55

CLSI Editing ......................................................................................................................... 11-56

NOTIS Editing ...................................................................................................................... 11-56

Codabar Upper or Lower Case Start/Stop Characters Detection ........................................ 11-57

MSI ............................................................................................................................................. 11-58

Enable/Disable MSI .............................................................................................................. 11-58

Set Lengths for MSI ............................................................................................................. 11-59

MSI Check Digits .................................................................................................................. 11-60

Transmit MSI Check Digit(s) ................................................................................................ 11-60

MSI Check Digit Algorithm ................................................................................................... 11-61

Chinese 2 of 5 ............................................................................................................................ 11-62

Enable/Disable Chinese 2 of 5 ............................................................................................. 11-62

Matrix 2 of 5 ............................................................................................................................... 11-63

Enable/Disable Matrix 2 of 5 ................................................................................................ 11-63

Set Lengths for Matrix 2 of 5 ................................................................................................ 11-64

Matrix 2 of 5 Check Digit ...................................................................................................... 11-65

Transmit Matrix 2 of 5 Check Digit ....................................................................................... 11-65

Korean 3 of 5 ............................................................................................................................. 11-66

Enable/Disable Korean 3 of 5 .............................................................................................. 11-66

Inverse 1D .................................................................................................................................. 11-67

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GS1 DataBar .............................................................................................................................. 11-68

GS1 DataBar-14 ................................................................................................................... 11-68

GS1 DataBar Limited ........................................................................................................... 11-68

GS1 DataBar Expanded ....................................................................................................... 11-69

GS1 DataBar Limited Security Level

Parameter # 728 (SSI # F1h D8h) ................................................................................................... 11-70

Convert GS1 DataBar to UPC/EAN ..................................................................................... 11-71

Redundancy Level ..................................................................................................................... 11-72

Redundancy Level 1 ............................................................................................................ 11-72

Redundancy Level 2 ............................................................................................................ 11-72

Redundancy Level 3 ............................................................................................................ 11-72

Redundancy Level 4 ............................................................................................................ 11-73

Security Level ............................................................................................................................ 11-74

1D Quiet Zone Level ............................................................................................................ 11-75

Intercharacter Gap Size ....................................................................................................... 11-76

Chapter 12: 123SCAN2

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

Communication with 123Scan2 ................................................................................................... 12-1

123Scan2 Requirements ............................................................................................................. 12-2

Scanner SDK, Other Software Tools, and Videos ....................................................................... 12-2

Chapter 13: ADVANCED DATA FORMATTING

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

Appendix A: STANDARD DEFAULT PARAMETERS

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

Appendix B: Country Codes

USB, Keyboard Wedge, Bluetooth Country Keyboard Types (Country Codes) ........................... B-2

Appendix C: PROGRAMMING REFERENCE

Symbol Code Identifiers ................................................................................................................ C-1

AIM Code Identifiers ..................................................................................................................... C-3

Appendix D: SAMPLE BAR CODES

Code 39 ........................................................................................................................................ D-1

UPC/EAN ...................................................................................................................................... D-1

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

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

Code 128 ...................................................................................................................................... D-2

Interleaved 2 of 5 .......................................................................................................................... D-2

GS1 DataBar ................................................................................................................................. D-3

GS1 DataBar-14 ...................................................................................................................... D-4

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Appendix E: NUMERIC BAR CODES

Numeric Bar Codes ....................................................................................................................... E-1

Cancel ........................................................................................................................................... E-3

Appendix F: ALPHANUMERIC BAR CODES

Alphanumeric Keyboard ................................................................................................................. F-1

Appendix G: NON-PARAMETER ATTRIBUTES

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

Attributes ....................................................................................................................................... G-1

Model Number ......................................................................................................................... G-1

Serial Number ......................................................................................................................... G-1

Date of Manufacture ........................................................................................................... ..... G-2

Date of First Programming ...................................................................................................... G-2

Configuration Filename ........................................................................................................... G-2

Beeper/LED ............................................................................................................................. G-3

Parameter Defaults ................................................................................................................. G-4

Beep on Next Bootup .............................................................................................................. G-4

Reboot ..................................................................................................................................... G-4

Host Trigger Session ............................................................................................................... G-4

Firmware Version .................................................................................................................... G-5

Scankit Version ....................................................................................................................... G-5

Appendix H: ASCII CHARACTER SETS

Appendix I: COMMUNICATION PROTOCOL CAPABILITIES

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

Index

ABOUT THIS GUIDE

Introduction

The LI36X8 Product Reference Guide provides general instructions for setting up, operating, maintaining, and
troubleshooting the LI3608 corded and LI3678 cordless linear imager scanners.

NOTE The LI36X8 refers to both the corded LI3608 and cordless LI3678 linear imager scanners.

Scanner Configurations

The LI36X8 linear imager scanner configurations are as follows:

NOTE Check Solution Builder for the latest available model configurations.

Table 3-1

Part #: Description

LI3608-SR00003VZWW LI3608 Linear Imager, Standard Range, Corded, Industrial

Green, Vibration Motor

LI3678-SR0F003VZWW LI3678 Cordless Linear Imager, Standard Range, Cordless,

FIPS, Green, Vibration Motor

LI3608-SR00003VZK LI3608-SR Linear Imager , Exte nded Range, Corded, Indu strial

Green, Vibration Motor, India and Korea Only

LI3678-SR0F003VZK LI3678-SR Linear Imager, Extended Range, Cordless,

Industrial Green, Vibration Motor, India and Korea Only

LI3608-ER20003VZWW LI3608-ER Linear Imager, Extended Range, Corded, Industrial

Green, Vibration Motor

LI3678-ER2F003VZWW LI3678-ER Linear Imager, Extended Range, Cordless,

Industrial Green, Vibration Motor

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Table 3-1

Part #: Description

LI3608-ER20003VZK LI3608-ER Linear Imager , Exte nded Range, Corded, Indu strial

Green, Vibration Motor, India and Korea Only

LI3678-ER2F003VZK LI3678-ER Linear Imager, Extended Range, Cordless,

Industrial Green, Vibration Motor, India and Korea Only

Related Product Line Configurations

Table 3-2 lists the configurations of product lines related to the LI36X8 linear imager scanner.

NOTE Check Solution Builder for:

- additional information regarding all available accessories

- the complete selection of optional accessories

- the latest available configurations.

Table 3-2 Related Product Line Configurations

Product Part Number Description

Accessories

Intellistand STND-AS0036-07 Stand: Adjustable Intellistand, Black
Tool Balancer Pulley 50-15400-031 Pulley: Tool Balanc er Pulley
Clip on Belt Holster 11-59382-01 Holder: Clip on Belt

Fork Lift Holder
Lanyard
Cradle
Cradle

Mounting Plate 21-84259-01 Mounting plate for FLB3678
Mounting Plate BRKT-MM0036W-00 Vibration Dampening Mounting Plate for STB or FLB
Mount Holder 11-66553-06R Holder: Wall Mount
Battery BTRY-36IAB0E-00 Spare Battery
Battery BTRY-36IAB0E-00K Spare Battery, 36XX Family, India & Korea
Battery Charger SAC3600-4001CR 4 Slot Battery Charger
Battery Charger Kit SAC3600-KIT 3600 Battery Charger Kit: Includes 4 Slot Battery Charger (SAC3600-4001CR),

21-52612-01R Holder: Fork Lift
50-12500-066 Lanyard Strap
STB3678-C100F3WW Standard Cradle, Charger, Bluetooth, Multiple Interface
FLB3678-C100F3WW IP65 Sealed Cradle, Charger, Bluetooth, Multiple Interface

Power Supply (PWR-BGA12V50W0WW), DC Line Cord (CBL-DC-375A1-01) and
AC Line Cord (23844-00-00R)

Table 3-2 Related Product Line Configurations

Product Part Number Description

Universal Cables

Shielded USB

CBA-U42-S07PAR Shielded USB: Series A Connector, 7ft. (2.8m), Straight, 12V (Requires 12V Power

Supply)

CBA-U44-S15PAR Shielded USB: Series A Connector, 15ft. (4.6m), Straight, 12V (Requires 12V

Power Supply)
CBA-U46-S07ZAR Shielded USB: Series A Connector, 7ft. (2m), Straight, BC 1.2
CBA-U47-S15ZAR Shielded USB: Series A Connector, 15ft. (4.6m), Straight, BC 1.2
CBA-U48-C15PAR Shielded USB: Series A Connector, 15ft. (4.6m), Coiled, 12V (Requires 12V Power

Supply
CBA-U49-C15ZAR Shielded USB: Series A Connector, 15ft. (4.6m), Coiled, BC 1.2
CBA-U43-S07ZAR Shielded USB: Power Plus Connector, 7ft. (2.8m), Straight, 12V
CBA-U45-S15ZAR Shielded USB: Power Plus Connector, 15ft. (4.6m), Straight, 12V

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Keyboard Wedge

IBM

RS-232

CBA-UF0-S07PAR Cable - Shielded USB: Series A Connector, 7ft. (2m), Straight, 12V (Requires 12V

CBA-UF1-S07PAR

CBA-UF2-C12ZAR Shielded USB: Series A Locking Connector for VC70, 12', Coiled, -30C
CBA-UF3-C09ZAR

CBA-UF4-C09ZAR
CBA-UF5-C09ZAR
CBA-UF6-C12ZAR
CBA-K63-S07PAR Auto-Host Detect - Keyboard Wedge: 7ft. (2m) Straight, PS/2 Power Port, 12V

CBA-K65-S15PAR Auto-Host Detect - Keyboard Wedge: 15ft. (4.6m) Straight, PS/2 Power Port, 12V

CBA-M65-S07ZAR Auto-Host Detect - IBM: 468x/9x, 7ft (2m) Straight, Port 9B, 12V
CBA-M66-S15ZAR Auto-Host Detect - IBM: 468x/9x, 15ft (4.6m) Straight, Port 9B, 12V

CBA-R07-S07PAR RS232: DB9 Female Connector, 7 ft. (2m) Straight, TxD on 2, 12V (Requires 12V

CBA-RF0-S07PAR RS232: DB9 Female Connector, 9ft. (2.8m) Coiled, TxD on 2, 12V (Requires 12V

CBA-R21-S15PAR Cable - RS232: DB9 Female Connector, 15ft. (4.6m) Straight, TxD on 2, 12V

CBA-RF1-C09PAR Cable - RS232: DB9 Female Connector, 9ft. (2.8m) Coiled, TxD on 2, 12V

CBA-RF2-C09ZAR Cable - RS232: DB9 Female Connector, 9ft (2.8m) Coiled, Power Pin 9, -30C

Power Supply), Low Temp -30C

Cable - Shielded USB: Series A Connector, 7ft. (2m), Straight, BC 1.2 (High

Current), -30C

Cable - Shielded USB: Amphenol Threaded Circular Connector for VC5090, 9ft

(2.8m) Coiled

Cable - USB, RS232 "Y" Power Stealer, 9ft Coiled, -30C

Cable - USB, RS232 "Y" Power Stealer, 9ft Coiled, DS3600 to VC5090, -30C

Cable - Shielded USB: Series A, 12', Coiled, BC1.2 (High Current), -30C

(Requires 12V Power Supply)

(Requires External Power Supply)

Power Supply)

Power Supply)

(Requires 12V Power Supply)

(Requires 12V Power Supply), -30C

CBA-RF3-C09ZAR Cable - RS232: DB9 Female Connector, 9ft. (2.8m) Coiled, Power Pin 9, TxD on 2,

CBA-RF4-C09ZAR Cable - RS232: Amphenol Threaded Circular Connector for VC5090, 9ft (2.8m)

CBA-RF5-S07ZAR Cable - RS232: DB9 Female Connector, 7ft (2.8m) Straight, Power Pin 9, -30C
CBA-R71-C09ZAR Cable - RS232: DB9 Female Connector, 9ft (2.8m) Coiled, Power Pin 9

True Converter, Low Temp -30C

Coiled

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Table 3-2 Related Product Line Configurations

Product Part Number Description

Power Supplies/Line
Cord

NOTE DO NOT use cables designed for the LS3408, LS3578, DS3508, and DS3578 scanners as

they are not compatible with the LI3608 and LI3678 linear imager scanner.

PWRS-BGA12V50W0WWLevel VI AC/DC Power Supply (Brick), AC Input: 100-240V, 2.4A. DC Output:

12V, 4.16A, 50W. Requires: DC line cord CBL-DC-451A1-01 and Country

specific AC grounded Line Cord
CBL-DC-451A1-01 DC Line Cord with Filter, used with 3600 Series Level 6 AC/DC Power Supply

p/n PWR-BGA12V50W0WW
CBL-36-452A-01 Power Supply Adapter Cable for 251R and 252R Supplies
CBL-DC-375A1-01 DC Line Cord used with Level VI AC/DC Power Supply p/n

PWR-BGA12V50W0WW for Four Slot Battery Charger p/n SAC3600-4001CR.

(Note: For use with SAC3600-4001CR only. Do not use CBL-DC-375A1-01 with

LI/DS36X8 Scanners or STB/FLB3678 cradles.)
23844-00-00R AC Line Cord (for use with PWRS-14000-148R)
PWRS-14000-251R Power Supply: 18-75VDC, 12VDC, High
PWRS-14000-252R Power Supply: 9-30VDC, 12VDC, Low
50-16002-043R Cable Adapter (for use with PWRS-14000-251 and PWRS-14000-252)

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, SCANNING describes parts of the linear imager scanner , be eper and LED definitions, and ho w to

use the linear imager scanner.

•

Chapter 3, MAINTENANCE, TROUBLESHOOTING & TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS provides information

on how to care for the linear imager scanner, troubleshooting, and technical specifications.

•

Chapter 4, RADIO COMMUNICATIONS provides information about the modes of operation and features

available for wireless communication. This chapter also includes programming bar codes to configure the
linear imager scanner.

•

Chapter 5, USER PREFERENCES & MISCELLANEOUS SCANNER OPTIONS provides programming bar

codes for selecting user preference features for the linear imager scanner and commonly used bar codes to
customize how the data is transmitted to the host device.

•

Chapter 6, USB INTERFACE provides information for setting up the linear imager scanner for USB

operation.

•

Chapter 7, SSI Interface describes the system requirements of the Simple Serial Interface (SSI), which

provides a communications link between Symbol Technologies decoders and a serial host.

•

Chapter 8, RS-232 INTERFACE provides information for setting up the linear imager scanner for RS-232

operation.

•

Chapter 9, IBM INTERFACE provides all information for setting up the linear imager scanner with IBM

468X/469X POS systems.

•

Chapter 10, KEYBOARD WEDGE INTERF ACE provides information for setting up the linear imager scanner

for Keyboard Wedge operation.

•

Chapter 11, SYMBOLOGIES describes all symbology features and provides the programming bar codes

necessary for selecting these features for the linear imager scanner.

•

Chapter 12, 123SCAN2 (PC based scanner configuration tool) enables rapid and easy customized setup of

scanners.

•

Chapter 13, ADVANCED DATA FORMATTING (ADF) describes how to customize scanned data before

transmitting to the host. This chapter also contains the bar codes for advanced data formatting.

•

Appendix A, STANDARD DEFAULT PARAMETERS provides a table of all host devices and miscellaneous

linear imager scanner defaults.

•

Appendix B, Country Codes, Country Codes provides bar codes for prog rammin g the countr y keyb oard type

for the USB keyboard (HID) device and the keyboard wedge host.

•

Appendix C, PROGRAMMING REFERENCE provides a table of AIM code identifiers, ASCII character

conversions, and keyboard maps.

•

Appendix D, SAMPLE BAR CODES includes sample bar codes.

•

Appendix E, NUMERIC BAR CODES includes the numeric bar codes to scan for parameters requiring

specific numeric values.

•

Appendix F, ALPHANUMERIC BAR CODES includes the bar codes representing the alp ha n um e ric

keyboard, used when setting ADF rules.

•

Appendix G, NON-PARAMETER ATTRIBUTES defines non-parameter attributes, such as Model Number

and Serial Number.

•

Appendix H, ASCII CHARACTER SETS provides ASCII character value tables.

•

Appendix I, COMMUNICATION PROTOCOL CAPABILITIES includes a list of the functionality of each cabled

communication interface.

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* Baud Rate 9600

Feature/Option

*Indicates Default

Notational Conventions

The following conventions are used in this document:

•

Italics are used to highlight chapters and sections in this and related documents.

•

Bold text is used to highlight parameter names and options.

•

bullets (•) indicate:

• Action items

• Lists of alternatives

• Lists of required steps that are not necessarily seq ue nt ial

•

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.

NOTE This symbol indicates something of special interest or importance to the reader. Failure to read the note

will not result in physical harm to the reader, equipment or data.

CAUTION This symbol indicates that if this information is ignored, the possibility of data or

material damage may occur.

WARNING! This symbol indicates that if this information is ignored the possibility that

serious personal injury may occur.

Related Documents

•

The LI3608 Quick Start Guide (p/n MN002166Axx) provides general information to help the user get started
with the corded linear imager scanner. It includes basic operation instructions and start up bar codes.

•

The LI3678 Quick Start Guide (p/n MN002323Axx) provides general information to help the user get started
with the cordless linear imager scanner. It includes basic operation instructions and start up bar codes.

•

STB3678 Cradle Quick Reference Guide, p/n MN002336Axx - provides information on installing and
operating STB3678 cradles.

•

FLB3678 Cradle Quick Reference Guide, p/n MN002334Axx - provides information on installing and
operating FLB3678 cradles.

•

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

•

MDF and Preferred Symbol User Guide, p/n MN-002895-xx - provides information on Multicode Data
Formatting and Preferred Symbol Prioritization.

•

Attribute Data Dictionary, p/n 72E-149786-xx - defines attribute numbers (device configuration parameters,
monitored data, and born-on information) and describes management of various attribute domains for bar
code scanners and OEM engines.

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The latest version of this guide and all guides, are available at: www.zebra.com/support

Service Information

If you have a problem using the equipment, contact your facility's technical or systems support. If there is a
problem with the equipment, they will contact the Zebra Global Customer Support Center at:

http://www.zebra.com/support.

When contacting Zebra support, please have the following information available:

•

Serial number of the unit

•

Model number or product name

•

Software type and version number
Zebra 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 Zebra support, you may need to return your equipment for servicing and will

be given specific directions. Zebra 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 Zebra business partner, please contact that business partner for
support.

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CHAPTER 1 GETTING STARTED

Introduction

The LI36X8 corded and cordless linear imagers combine excellent scanning performance and advanced
ergonomics to provide the best value in a lightweight scanner, ensuring comfort and ease of use for extended
periods of time.

Figure 1-1 LI36X8 Linear Imager

1 - 2 LI36X8 Product Reference Guide

Beeper

LEDs

Trigger

Scan Window

Imager Scanner

Remove the scanner from packing and inspect for damage. If the scanner was damaged in transit, contact Zebra
Support. See page xxi for contact information. KEEP THE PACKING. It is the approved shipping container and
should be used if the equipment ever needs to be returned for servicing.

Configuring the Linear Imager Scanner

2

Use the bar codes in this manual or the 123Scan
See Chapter 5, USER PREFERENCES & MISCELLANEOUS SCANNER OPTIONS for information about
programming the linear imager scanner using bar code menus. Also see each host-specific chapter to set up
connection to a specific host type. See Chapter 12, 123SCAN2 to configure the linear imager scanner using this
configuration program.

configuration program to configure the linear imager scanner.

LI3608 Parts

LI3608 Corded Linear Imager Scanner

Figure 1-2 Parts of the LI3608 Corded Linear Imager Scanner

Setting Up LI3608 Corded Linear Imager Scanner

Installing the LI3608 Interface Cable

1. Insert cable fully so that the connector is flush with the scanner surface.

Figure 1-3 Inserting Cable into LI3608

GETTING STARTED 1 - 3

2. Loosen metal lock plate screw using a PH1 driver.

Figure 1-4 Loosening LI3608 Lock Plate Screw

3. Slide lock plate to fully locked position.

Figure 1-5 Sliding Lock Plate into Locked Position

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4. Tighten lock plate screw using a PH1 driver (recommended torque: 5 in-lbs).

Figure 1-6 Tightening Lock Plate

Removing the LI3608 Interface Cable

1. Loosen lock plate screw using a PH1 driver.

Figure 1-7 Loosening Lock Plate

2. Slide lock plate to fully unlocked position.

Figure 1-8 Sliding Lock Plate into Unlocked Position

3. Tighten lock plate to fully unlocked position.

Figure 1-9 Tightening Lock Plate into Unlocked Position

4. Remove cable.

GETTING STARTED 1 - 5

Figure 1-10 Removing Cable from LI3608

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Beeper

LEDs

Trigger

Scan Window

Battery LED

Radio LED

Battery Latch

Charging/Communication
Contacts

LI3678 Parts

LI3678 Cordless Linear Imager Scanner

Figure 1-11 Parts of the LI3678 Cordless Linear Imager Scanner