LS3408
Product Reference Guide
LS3408
Product Reference Guide
72E-67133-06
Revision B
March 2015
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Revision History
Changes to the original manual are listed below:
Change Date Description
-01 Rev A 2/2004 Initial release.
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-02 Rev A 10/2007 Rebranding; add new UPC/EAN Supplemen
Supplementals option, and Bookland ISBN format.
-03 Rev A 10/2008 Add custom defaults option, add parameter scanning option, remove IBM XT bar
co
de and keyboard from Keyboard Wedge section, add French Belgian country
codes, change UCC/EAN-128 code type to GS1-128, add specific string search and
new move cursor options in ADF chapter.
-04 Rev A 10/2012 Update URLs; remove patents; update ambient light tolerance.
-05 Rev A 12/2014 Zebra Rebran din g
-06 Rev A 1/2015 Added UCC Coupon Extended Code.
-06 Rev B 3/2015 Zebra Rebranding
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Table of Contents
Warranty........................................................................................................................ ii
Revision History............................................................................................................. iii
About This Guide
Introduction.................................................................................................................... xiii
Chapter Descriptions..................................................................................................... xiii
Service Information........................................................................................................ xv
Chapter 1: Getting Started
Introduction ................................................................................................................... 1-1
Unpacking the Scanner ................................................................................................ 1-2
Setting Up the Scanner ................................................................................................. 1-3
Installing the Interface Cable .................................................................................. 1-3
Connecting Power (if required) ............................................................................... 1-4
Connecting a Synapse Cable Interface .................................................................. 1-5
Removing the Interface Cable ................................................................................ 1-5
Configuring the Scanner ......................................................................................... 1-5
Chapter 2: Scanning
Introduction ................................................................................................................... 2-1
Beeper Definitions ........................................................................................................ 2-2
LED Definitions ............................................................................................................. 2-3
Scanning in Hand-Held Mode ....................................................................................... 2-3
Aiming ..................................................................................................................... 2-4
Scanning in Presentation Mode .................................................................................... 2-5
Decode Zone ................................................................................................................ 2-6
Chapter 3: Maintenance and Technical Specifications
Introduction ................................................................................................................... 3-1
Maintenance ................................................................................................................. 3-1
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Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................ 3-2
Technical Specifications ............................................................................................... 3-4
Scanner Signal Descriptions ......................................................................................... 3-6
Chapter 4: User Preferences
Introduction ................................................................................................................... 4-1
Scanning Sequence Examples ..................................................................................... 4-1
Errors While Scanning .................................................................................................. 4-2
User Preferences Default Parameters .......................................................................... 4-2
User Preferences .......................................................................................................... 4-3
Set Default Parameter ............................................................................................ 4-3
Parameter Scanning ............................................................................................... 4-4
Beeper Tone ........................................................................................................... 4-4
Beeper Volume ....................................................................................................... 4-5
Power Mode ............................................................................................................ 4-5
Laser On Time ........................................................................................................ 4-6
Beep After Good Decode ........................................................................................ 4-6
Trigger Mode ........................................................................................................... 4-7
Aim Duration ........................................................................................................... 4-8
Chapter 5: Keyboard Wedge Interface
Introduction ................................................................................................................... 5-1
Connecting a Keyboard Wedge Interface ..................................................................... 5-2
Keyboard Wedge Default Parameters .......................................................................... 5-3
Keyboard Wedge Host Types ....................................................................................... 5-4
Keyboard Wedge Host Types ................................................................................. 5-4
Keyboard Wedge Country Types (Country Codes) ................................................ 5-5
Ignore Unknown Characters ................................................................................... 5-7
Keystroke Delay ...................................................................................................... 5-7
Intra-Keystroke Delay ............................................................................................. 5-8
Alternate Numeric Keypad Emulation ..................................................................... 5-8
Caps Lock On ......................................................................................................... 5-8
Caps Lock Override ................................................................................................ 5-9
Convert Wedge Data .............................................................................................. 5-9
Function Key Mapping ............................................................................................ 5-10
FN1 Substitution ..................................................................................................... 5-10
Send Make and Break ............................................................................................ 5-10
Keyboard Maps ....................................................................................................... 5-11
ASCII Character Set ..................................................................................................... 5-13
Chapter 6: RS-232 Interface
Introduction ................................................................................................................... 6-1
Connecting an RS-232 Interface .................................................................................. 6-2
RS-232 Default Parameters .......................................................................................... 6-3
RS-232 Host Parameters .............................................................................................. 6-4
RS-232 Host Types ................................................................................................. 6-6
Baud Rate ............................................................................................................... 6-7
Parity ....................................................................................................................... 6-8
Check Receive Errors ............................................................................................. 6-9
Stop Bit Select ........................................................................................................ 6-10
Data Bits ................................................................................................................. 6-10
Hardware Handshaking .......................................................................................... 6-11
Software Handshaking ............................................................................................ 6-13
Host Serial Response Time-out .............................................................................. 6-15
RTS Line State ........................................................................................................ 6-16
Beep on <BEL> ....................................................................................................... 6-16
Intercharacter Delay ................................................................................................ 6-17
Nixdorf Mode A/B and OPOS/JPOS Beep/LED Options ........................................ 6-18
Ignore Unknown Characters ................................................................................... 6-18
ASCII / Character Set ................................................................................................... 6-19
Chapter 7: USB Interface
Introduction ................................................................................................................... 7-1
Connecting a USB Interface ......................................................................................... 7-2
USB Default Parameters .............................................................................................. 7-3
USB Host Parameters .................................................................................................. 7-4
USB Device Type .................................................................................................... 7-4
USB Country Keyboard Types (Country Codes) .................................................... 7-5
USB Keystroke Delay ............................................................................................. 7-7
USB CAPS Lock Override ...................................................................................... 7-8
USB Ignore Unknown Characters ........................................................................... 7-8
Emulate Keypad ...................................................................................................... 7-9
USB Keyboard FN 1 Substitution ............................................................................ 7-9
Function Key Mapping ............................................................................................ 7-10
Simulated Caps Lock .............................................................................................. 7-10
Convert Case .......................................................................................................... 7-11
ASCII Character Set ..................................................................................................... 7-12
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Chapter 8: IBM 468X/469X Interface
Introduction ................................................................................................................... 8-1
Connecting to an IBM 468X/469X Host ........................................................................ 8-2
IBM Default Parameters ............................................................................................... 8-3
IBM 468X/469X Host Parameters ................................................................................. 8-4
Port Address ........................................................................................................... 8-4
Convert Unknown to Code 39 ................................................................................. 8-4
Chapter 9: Wand Emulation Interface
Introduction ................................................................................................................... 9-1
Connecting a Wand Emulation Interface ...................................................................... 9-2
Wand Emulation Default Parameters ........................................................................... 9-3
Wand Emulation Host Parameters ............................................................................... 9-4
Wand Emulation Host Types .................................................................................. 9-4
Leading Margin (Quiet Zone) .................................................................................. 9-5
Polarity .................................................................................................................... 9-5
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Ignore Unknown Characters ................................................................................... 9-6
Convert All Bar Codes to Code 39 .......................................................................... 9-7
Convert Code 39 to Full ASCII ............................................................................... 9-8
Chapter 10: Scanner Emulation Interface
Introduction ................................................................................................................... 10-1
Connecting Using Scanner Emulation .......................................................................... 10-2
Scanner Emulation Default Parameters ....................................................................... 10-3
Scanner Emulation Host ............................................................................................... 10-4
Scanner Emulation Host Parameters ........................................................................... 10-4
Beep Style ............................................................................................................... 10-4
Parameter Pass-Through ........................................................................................ 10-5
Convert Newer Code Types .................................................................................... 10-6
Module Width .......................................................................................................... 10-6
Convert All Bar Codes to Code 39 .......................................................................... 10-7
Code 39 Full ASCII Conversion .............................................................................. 10-7
Transmission Timeout ............................................................................................. 10-8
Ignore Unknown Characters ................................................................................... 10-9
Leading Margin ....................................................................................................... 10-10
Check For Decode LED .......................................................................................... 10-11
Chapter 11: 123Scan
Introduction ................................................................................................................... 11-1
Communication with 123Scan ...................................................................................... 11-1
123Scan Parameter ...................................................................................................... 11-2
Chapter 12: Symbologies
Introduction ................................................................................................................... 12-1
Scanning Sequence Examples ..................................................................................... 12-1
Errors While Scanning .................................................................................................. 12-1
Symbology Default Parameters .................................................................................... 12-2
UPC/EAN ...................................................................................................................... 12-5
Enable/Disable UPC-A ............................................................................................ 12-5
Enable/Disable UPC-E ............................................................................................ 12-5
Enable/Disable UPC-E1 .......................................................................................... 12-6
Enable/Disable EAN-13 .......................................................................................... 12-6
Enable/Disable EAN-8 ............................................................................................ 12-7
Enable/Disable Bookland EAN ............................................................................... 12-7
Decode UPC/EAN/JAN Supplementals .................................................................. 12-8
User-Programmable Supplementals ....................................................................... 12-11
UPC/EAN/JAN Supplemental Redundancy ............................................................ 12-11
Transmit UPC-A/UPC-E/UPC-E1 Check Digit ........................................................ 12-12
UPC-A Preamble .................................................................................................... 12-13
UPC-E Preamble .................................................................................................... 12-14
UPC-E1 Preamble .................................................................................................. 12-15
Convert UPC-E to UPC-A ....................................................................................... 12-16
Convert UPC-E1 to UPC-A ..................................................................................... 12-16
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EAN-8/JAN-8 Extend .............................................................................................. 12-17
Bookland ISBN Format ........................................................................................... 12-17
Code 128 ...................................................................................................................... 12-18
Enable/Disable Code 128 ....................................................................................... 12-18
Enable/Disable GS1-128 (formerly UCC/EAN-128) ................................................ 12-18
Enable/Disable ISBT 128 ........................................................................................ 12-19
Code 39 ........................................................................................................................ 12-20
Enable/Disable Code 39 ......................................................................................... 12-20
Enable/Disable Trioptic Code 39 ............................................................................ 12-20
Convert Code 39 to Code 32 .................................................................................. 12-21
Code 32 Prefix ........................................................................................................ 12-21
Set Lengths for Code 39 ......................................................................................... 12-22
Code 39 Check Digit Verification ............................................................................ 12-23
Transmit Code 39 Check Digit ................................................................................ 12-23
Code 39 Full ASCII Conversion .............................................................................. 12-24
Code 93 ........................................................................................................................ 12-25
Enable/Disable Code 93 ......................................................................................... 12-25
Set Lengths for Code 93 ......................................................................................... 12-25
Code 11 ........................................................................................................................ 12-27
Code 11 .................................................................................................................. 12-27
Set Lengths for Code 11 ......................................................................................... 12-27
Code 11 Check Digit Verification ............................................................................ 12-29
Transmit Code 11 Check Digits .............................................................................. 12-30
Interleaved 2 of 5 (I 2 of 5) ............................................................................................ 12-31
Enable/Disable Interleaved 2 of 5 ........................................................................... 12-31
Set Lengths for Interleaved 2 of 5 ........................................................................... 12-31
I 2 of 5 Check Digit Verification ............................................................................... 12-33
Transmit I 2 of 5 Check Digit ................................................................................... 12-33
Convert I 2 of 5 to EAN-13 ...................................................................................... 12-34
Discrete 2 of 5 (D 2 of 5) ............................................................................................... 12-35
Enable/Disable Discrete 2 of 5 ................................................................................ 12-35
Set Lengths for Discrete 2 of 5 ............................................................................... 12-35
Codabar (NW - 7) ......................................................................................................... 12-37
Enable/Disable Codabar ......................................................................................... 12-37
Set Lengths for Codabar ......................................................................................... 12-37
CLSI Editing ............................................................................................................ 12-39
NOTIS Editing ......................................................................................................... 12-39
MSI ............................................................................................................................... 12-40
Enable/Disable MSI ................................................................................................ 12-40
Set Lengths for MSI ................................................................................................ 12-40
MSI Check Digits .................................................................................................... 12-42
Transmit MSI Check Digit(s) ................................................................................... 12-42
MSI Check Digit Algorithm ...................................................................................... 12-43
GS1 DataBar (formerly Reduced Space Symbology) ................................................... 12-44
GS1 DataBar ........................................................................................................... 12-44
GS1 DataBar Limited .............................................................................................. 12-44
Convert GS1 DataBar to UPC/EAN ........................................................................ 12-45
Redundancy Level ........................................................................................................ 12-46
Redundancy Level 1 ............................................................................................... 12-46
Redundancy Level 2 ............................................................................................... 12-46
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Redundancy Level 3 ............................................................................................... 12-47
Redundancy Level 4 ............................................................................................... 12-47
Security Level ............................................................................................................... 12-48
Security Level 0 ...................................................................................................... 12-48
Security Level 1 ...................................................................................................... 12-48
Security Level 2 ...................................................................................................... 12-49
Security Level 3 ...................................................................................................... 12-49
Bi-directional Redundancy ............................................................................................ 12-49
Chapter 13: Miscellaneous Scanner Options
Introduction ................................................................................................................... 13-1
Scanning Sequence Examples ..................................................................................... 13-1
Errors While Scanning .................................................................................................. 13-1
Miscellaneous Default Parameters ............................................................................... 13-2
Miscellaneous Scanner Parameters ............................................................................. 13-3
Transmit Code ID Character ................................................................................... 13-3
Scan Angle .............................................................................................................. 13-4
Prefix/Suffix Values ................................................................................................. 13-4
Scan Data Transmission Format ............................................................................ 13-5
FN1 Substitution Values ......................................................................................... 13-7
Transmit “No Read” Message ................................................................................. 13-7
Synapse Interface ................................................................................................... 13-8
Chapter 14: Advanced Data Formatting
Introduction ................................................................................................................... 14-1
Rules: Criteria Linked to Actions ................................................................................... 14-1
Using ADF Bar Codes .................................................................................................. 14-2
ADF Bar Code Menu Example ..................................................................................... 14-2
Rule 1: The Code 128 Scanning Rule .................................................................... 14-3
Rule 2: The UPC Scanning Rule ............................................................................ 14-3
Alternate Rule Sets ................................................................................................. 14-3
Rules Hierarchy (in Bar Codes) .............................................................................. 14-5
Default Rules .......................................................................................................... 14-5
Special Commands ....................................................................................................... 14-6
Pause Duration ....................................................................................................... 14-6
Begin New Rule ...................................................................................................... 14-6
Save Rule ............................................................................................................... 14-6
Erase ....................................................................................................................... 14-7
Quit Entering Rules ................................................................................................. 14-7
Disable Rule Set ..................................................................................................... 14-8
Criteria .......................................................................................................................... 14-9
Code Types ............................................................................................................. 14-9
Code Lengths .......................................................................................................... 14-13
Message Containing A Specific Data String ........................................................... 14-18
Actions .......................................................................................................................... 14-23
Send Data ............................................................................................................... 14-23
Setup Field(s) .......................................................................................................... 14-27
Modify Data ............................................................................................................. 14-34
Pad Data with Spaces ............................................................................................. 14-35
Pad Data with Zeros ............................................................................................... 14-40
Beeps ...................................................................................................................... 14-45
Send Keystroke (Control Characters and Keyboard Characters) ........................... 14-46
Send Right Control Key .......................................................................................... 14-86
Send Graphic User Interface (GUI) Characters ...................................................... 14-87
Turn On/Off Rule Sets ............................................................................................ 14-93
Alphanumeric Keyboard ............................................................................................... 14-95
Appendix A: Standard Default Parameters
Appendix B: Programming Reference
Symbol Code Identifiers ................................................................................................ B-1
AIM Code Identifiers ..................................................................................................... B-2
Appendix C: Sample Bar Codes
UPC-A ........................................................................................................................... C-1
UPC-E ........................................................................................................................... C-1
UPC-E1 ......................................................................................................................... C-1
EAN-13 ......................................................................................................................... C-2
EAN-8 ........................................................................................................................... C-2
Code 39 ........................................................................................................................ C-2
Trioptic Code 39 ........................................................................................................... C-3
Code 93 ........................................................................................................................ C-3
Code 11 ........................................................................................................................ C-3
Codabar ........................................................................................................................ C-4
MSI ............................................................................................................................... C-4
Interleaved 2 of 5 .......................................................................................................... C-4
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Appendix D: Numeric Bar Codes
0, 1, 2 ............................................................................................................................ D-1
3, 4, 5, 6 ........................................................................................................................ D-2
7, 8, 9 ............................................................................................................................ D-3
Cancel ........................................................................................................................... D-3
Glossary
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About This Guide
Introduction
The LS3408 Product Reference Guide provides general instructions for setting up, operating, maintaining, and
troubleshooting the scanner. The LS3408 includes the following variations of the scanner:
•
LS3408-FZ20005: 1-D scanni ng
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LS3408-ER20005: extended range 1-D scanning.
Chapter Descriptions
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Chapter 1, Getting Started provides a product overview and unpacking instructions.
•
Chapter 2, Scanning describes part s of the scanne r , b eeper and LED definitions, and h ow to use the scanner
in hand-held and hands-free modes.
•
Chapter 3, Maintenance and Technical Specifications provides information on how to care for the scanner,
troubleshooting, and technical specifications.
•
Chapter 4, User Preferences provides programming bar codes for selecting user preference features for the
scanner.
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Chapter 5, Keyboard Wedge Interface provides information for setting up the sc an ne r fo r Keyb o ar d Wedge
operation.
•
Chapter 6, RS-232 Interface provides information for setting up the scanner for RS-232 operation.
•
Chapter 7, USB Interface provides information for setting up the scanner for USB operation.
•
Chapter 8, IBM 468X/469X Interface provides information for setting up the scanner with IBM 468X/469X
POS systems.
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Chapter 9, Wand Emulation Interface pr ovides information for setting up the scanner fo r Wand Emulation
operation.
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Chapter 10, Scanner Emulation Interface provides information for setting up the scanner for Scanner
Emulation operation.
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*Baud Rate 9600
Feature/Option
* Indicates Default
•
Chapter 11, 123Scan (PC based scanner configuration tool) provides the bar code to scan to communicate
with the 123Scan program.
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Chapter 12, Symbologies describes all symbology features and provides programming bar codes for
selecting these features for the scanner.
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Chapter 13, Miscellaneous Scanner Option s includes frequently used features to customize how data
transmits to the host device.
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Chapter 14, Advanced Data Formatting (ADF) describes how to customize scanned data befo re transmitting
to the host.
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Appendix A, Standard Defaul t Parameters provides a table of all host devices and miscellaneous scanner
defaults.
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Appendix B, Programming Reference provides a table of AIM code identifiers, ASCII character conversions,
and keyboard maps.
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Appendix C, Sample Bar Codes includes sample bar codes of various code types.
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Appendix D, Numeric Bar Codes includes the numeric bar codes to scan for parameters requiring specific
numeric values.
Notational Conventions
The following conventions are used in this document:
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Italics are used to highlight chapters and sections in this and related documents
•
Bullets (•) indicate:
tion items
• ac
• list
s of alternatives
• list
s of required steps that are not necessarily sequential.
•
Sequential lists (e.g., those that describe step-by-s te p pr oc ed ur e s) ap pe a r as nu m be re d lists.
•
Throughout the programming bar code menus, asterisks (*) are used to denote default parameter settings.
Related Publications
The LS/DS3408 Quick Start Guide (p/n 72-67131-xx) provides general information to help you get started with the
scanner. It includes basic setup and operation instructions.
For the latest versions of the L
http://www.zebra.com/support.
S/DS3408 Quick Start Guide and the LS3408 Product Re ference Guide go to:
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 scanner combines excellent scanning performance and advanced ergonomics to provide the best value in a
lightweight laser scanner . Whether using it as a ha nd-held scanner or in pr esentation (hands-fr ee) mode in a stand,
the scanner ensures comfort and ease of use for extended periods of time.
Figure 1-1
LS3408 Scanner
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This scanner supports:
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Standard RS-232 connection to a host.
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Keyboard Wedge connection to a host, which interpret s scanned da t a as keystr okes. This interface supp ort s
the following international keyboards (for the Windows
French Canadian, Spanish, Italian, Swedish, UK English, Japanese, and Brazilian-Portuguese.
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Wand Emulation connection to a mobile computer, a controller, or host which collects the data as wand data
and decodes it.
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Scanner Emulation connection to a mobile computer or a controller which collects the data and interprets it
for the host.
•
Connection to IBM® 468X/469X hosts.
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USB connection to a host. The scanner autodetects a USB host and defaults to the HID keyboard interface
type. Scan programming bar codes to select other USB inte rface types. Th is inter f ace suppo rts the following
international keyboards (for the Windows
Canadian, Spanish, Italian, Swedish, UK English, Japanese, and Brazilian-Portuguese.
•
Synapse capability which enables connection to a wide variety of host systems using a Synapse and
Synapse adapter cable. The scanner autodetects Synapse.
TM
environment): North America, German, French,
environment): North America, German, French, French
•
Configuration via 123Scan.
Unpacking the Scanner
Remove the scanner from its packing and inspect it for damage. If the scanner was damaged in transit, contact
Zebra Global Customer Support Center at:
shipping container and should be used if the equipment ever needs to be returned for servicing.
http://www.zebra.com/support. KEEP THE PACKING. It is the approved
Setting Up the Scanner
Installing the Interface Cable
1. Loosen the two screws on the cable clamp at the bottom of the scanner and gently pull the clamp away from
the bottom of the scanner.
Getting Started 1 - 3
Figure 1-2
2. Open the clamp and plug the interface cable modular connector into the cable interface port on the bottom of
the scanner handle.
Figure 1-3
3. Gently tug the cable to ensure the connector is properly secured.
Removing the Cable Clamp
Inserting the Interface Cable
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4. Close the clamp, push it back into place and tighten the screws on the clamp to secure the cable into the
bottom of the scanner.
Figure 1-4
5. Connect the other end of the interface cable to the host (see the specific host chapter for information on host
Closing the Cable Clamp
connections).
NOTE Different hosts require different cables. The connectors illustrated in each host chapter are examples only.
The connectors may be different than those illustrated, but the steps to connect the scanner are the same.
Connecting Power (if required)
If the host does not provide power to the scanner, connect external power to power the scanner:
1. Connect the interface cable to the bottom of the scanner, as described in Installing the Interface Cable on page
1-3.
2. Connect the other end of the interface cable to the host (refer to the host manual to locate the correct port).
3. Plug the power supply into the power jack on the interface cable. Plug the other end of the power supp ly into
an AC outlet.
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Synapse adapter cable
To scanner
Synapse Smart Cable
To host
Connecting a Synapse Cable Interface
NOTE Refer to the Synapse Interface Guide provided with the Synapse cable for detailed setup instructions.
Synapse Smart Cables enable interfacing to a variety of hosts. The appropriate Synapse cable has the built-in
intelligence to detect that host.
Figure 1-5
1. Plug the Synapse adapter cable into the bottom of the scanner, as described in Installing the Interface Cable
Synapse Cable Connection
on page 1-3.
2. Align the ‘S’ on the Synapse adapter cable with the ‘S’ on the Synapse Smart Cable and plug the cable in.
3. Connect the other end of the Synapse Smart Cable to the host.
Removing the Interface Cable
1. Loosen the two screws on the cable clamp at the bottom of the scanner and gently pull the clamp away from
the bottom of the scanner.
2. Open the clamp and unplug the interface cable modular connector from the cable interface port on the bottom
of the scanner handle. Carefully slide out the cable.
3. Follow the steps for Installing the Interface Cable on page 1-3 to connect a new cable.
Configuring the Scanner
Use the bar codes in this manual or the 123Scan configuration program to configure the scanner. See Chapter 4,
User Preferences and each host chapter for information about programming the scanner using bar code menus.
See Chapter 11, 123Scan to configure the scanner using this config
includes a help file.
uration program. The 123Scan program
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Chapter 2 Scanning
Scan Trigger
Scan Window
LED
Indicators
Tether Plate
Introduction
This chapter provides beeper and LED definitions, techniqu es involved in scanning bar codes, general instructions
and tips about scanning, and decode zone diagrams.
Figure 2-1
Parts
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Beeper Definitions
The scanner emits different beeper sequences and patterns to indicate its status. Table 2-1 defines beep
sequences that occur during both normal scanning and while programming the scanner.
Table 2-1
Standard Use
Short low/short medium/short high beep
sequence
1 short high beep A bar code symbol was decoded (if decode beeper is enabled).
4 long low beeps A transmission error was detected in a scanned symbol. The data is
5 long low beeps Conversion or format error.
Short high/short high/short high/long low
beep
Parameter Menu Scanning
Long low/long high beep sequence Incorrect programming sequence or
Short high/short low beep sequence Keyboard parameter selected. Enter value using bar code keypad.
Short high/short low/short high/short low
beep
Standard Beeper Definitions
Beeper Sequence Indication
Power up.
nored.
ig
RS-232 receive error.
sequence
Scanner remains in program mode.
Successful program exit with change in the parameter setting.
sequence
Cancel
bar code scanned.
Short low/short high/short low/short high
sequence
beep
USB only
4 short high beeps Scanner did not complete initialization. Wai t several seconds and scan
Short low/short medium/short high beep
uence after scanning a USB Device
seq
Type.
Short low/short medium/short high beep
uence occurs more than once.
seq
RS-232 only
1 short high beep A <BEL> character is received and Beep on <BEL> is enabled.
Out of host parameter storage spa ce. Scan
page 4-3
again.
Communication with the bus must be established before the scanner
can operate at the highest power level.
The USB bus may put the scanner in a state where power to the
scanner is cycled on and off more than once. This is normal and
usually happens when the PC cold boots.
.
Set Default Parameter on
LED Definitions
RIGHT
012345
WRONG
012345
In addition to beeper sequences, the scanner uses the two-color LED to indicate its status. Table 2-2 defines LED
colors that display during
Scanning 2 - 3
scanning.
Table 2-2
Off The scanner is on and ready to scan, or no power is applied to the scanner.
Green A bar code was successfully decoded.
Red A data transmission error occurred.
Standard LED Definitions
LED Indication
Scanning in Hand-Held Mode
Install and program the scanner (see Setting Up the Scanner on page 1-3). For assistance, contact the local
supplier or Zebra Global Customer Support Center at: http://www.zebra
1. Connect the scanner to the host (see the appropriate host chapter).
2. Aim the scanner at the bar code.
3. Press the scan trigger.
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Figure 2-2
4. Ensure the scan line crosses every bar and space of the symbol.
5. Upon successful decode, the scanner beeps, and the LED turns green. For more information on beeper and
LED definitions, see Table 2-1 and Table 2-2.
Scanning in Hand-Held Mode
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65°
65°
Aiming
Do not hold the scanner directly over the bar code. Laser light reflecting directly back into the scanner from the bar
code is known as specular reflection. This specular reflection can make decoding difficult.
Tilt the scanner up to 65° forward or b
shows what tolerances to work within.
ack to achieve a successful decode (Figure 2-3). Simple practice quickly
Figure 2-3
Optimum Scan Angles
Scanning in Presentation Mode
Scanner “Cup”
Adjust height of
IntelliStand
Adjust angle of
scanner “cup”
The optional IntelliSta nd adds greater flexibility to scanning operation. When you insert the scanner into the stand’ s
“cup,” the scanner’s built-in sensor places the scanner in presentation (hands-free) mode. When you remove the
scanner from the stand, it operates in its normal hand-held mode.
Scanning 2 - 5
Figure 2-4
Inserting the Scanner in the IntelliStand
To operate the scanner in the IntelliStand:
1. Connect the scanner to the host (see the appropriate host chapter for information on host connections).
2. Insert the scanner into the IntelliStand by placing the front of the scanner into the stand’s “cup” (see Figure
2-4).
3. To scan a bar code, present the bar code and ensure the scan line crosses e very bar and spa ce of the symbol.
4. Upon successful decode, the scanner beeps and the LED turns green. For more information on beeper and
LED definitions, see Table 2-1 and Table 2-2.
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2.5"
7.25"
5 mil
2.0" 15.75"
7.5 mil
1.0" 24"
13 mil
100% UPC
0"*
39.5"
26.5"
20 mil (80%MRD)
20 mil (31%MRD)
40 mil
55 mil
2.0"*
4.0"*
67.0"
84.0"
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25.4
25.4
50.8
76.2
LS 3408
FZ
Note: Typical performance at 68˚F (20˚C)
on high quality Code 39 and UPC symbols.
*Minimum distance determined by symbol length and scan angle
Depth of Field
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Decode Zone
Figure 2-5
LS3408-FZ Decode Zone
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