Symbol LS7708

Product Reference Guide

Symbol LS7708

Product Reference Guide

72E-69531-02

Revision A

February 2007

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Contents

About This Guide

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

Chapter Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .xv

Notational Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvi

Related Publications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvi

Service Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvi

Chapter 1. Getting Started

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

Unpacking the Scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4

Input/Output Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-5

Setting Up the Scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

Power Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

Connecting the Host and Peripheral Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

Routing Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8

Removing the Host Interface Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8

Configuring the Scanner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9

Synchronization of Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9

Mounting the Scanner to a Surface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10

Attaching the Mounting Bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10

Detaching the Scanner from the Mounting Bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13

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Active Scan Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3 Scanning Bar Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3 Beeper Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-5 Selecting Beeper Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-6 Sleep Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-6 LED Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-6 Decode Zone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-7 Integrated Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-8

LS7708 Interlock Cable and EAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-8 Installing the Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-8 CheckPoint EAS Model Compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-8 Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-8 CheckPoint Contact Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-8 Deactivation for Sensormatic EAS System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-8

Chapter 3. Maintenance and Technical Specifications

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

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

Replacing the Scanner Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-6

Technical Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-7

Scanner Signal Descriptions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-9

Chapter 4. User Preferences

Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3 Scanning Sequence Examples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3 Errors While Scanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3 User Preferences Default Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3 User Preferences. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5

Set Default Parameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5 Beeper Tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5 Beeper Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-7 Beep After Good Decode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-9 Low Power Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-10 Scan Pattern Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-11 Timeout Between Decodes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-12 Time Delay to Low Power Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-13 Linear UPC/EAN Decode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-15 UPC Half Block Stitching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-16 EAS Interlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-17

Chapter 5. Keyboard Wedge Interface

Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3

Connecting a Keyboard Wedge Interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-4

Keyboard Wedge Default Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-6

Keyboard Wedge Host Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-7

Keyboard Wedge Country Types (Country Codes) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-9

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Ignore Unknown Characters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-14

Keystroke Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-15

Intra-Keystroke Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-17

Alternate Numeric Keypad Emulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-18

Caps Lock On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-19

Caps Lock Override . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-20

Convert Wedge Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-21

Function Key Mapping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-23

FN1 Substitution. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-24

Send Make Break . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-25

OnKeyboard Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-26

ASCII Character Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-28

Chapter 6. RS-232 Host Interface

Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3 Connecting an RS-232 Interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-4 RS-232 Default Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-6 RS-232 Host Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-7 RS-232 Host Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-9 Baud Rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-13 Parity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-17 Check Receive Errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-20 Hardware Handshaking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-21 Software Handshaking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-24 Host Serial Response Time-out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-26 RTS Line State . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-29 Stop Bit Select . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-30 Data Bits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-31 Beep on <BEL> . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-32 Intercharacter Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-33 Nixdorf Beep/LED Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-35 Ignore Unknown Characters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-37 ASCII / Character Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-38

Chapter 7. USB Interface

Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3

Connecting a USB Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-3

USB Default Parameters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-6

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

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

USB Country Keyboard Types (Country Codes) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-9

USB Keystroke Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-14

USB CAPS Lock Override . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-16

USB Ignore Unknown Characters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-17

Emulate Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-18

USB Keyboard FN1 Substitution. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-19

Function Key Mapping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-20

Simulated Caps Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-21

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Chapter 13. Symbologies

Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-3 Scanning Sequence Examples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-3 Errors While Scanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-3 Symbology Default Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-3 UPC/EAN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-7

Enable/Disable UPC-A/UPC-E . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-7 Enable/Disable UPC-E1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-9 Enable/Disable EAN-13/JAN-13/EAN-8/JAN-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-10 Enable/Disable Bookland EAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-12 Decode UPC/EAN Supplementals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-13 UPC/EAN Supplemental Redundancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-22 Transmit UPC-A/UPC-E/UPC-E1 Check Digit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-23 UPC-A Preamble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-26 UPC-E Preamble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-27 UPC-E1 Preamble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-29 Convert UPC-E to UPC-A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-31 Convert UPC-E1 to UPC-A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-32 EAN Zero Extend. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-33 Bookland ISBN Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-34 UCC Coupon Extended Code. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-35

Code 128. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-36 Enable/Disable Code 128 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-36 Enable/Disable UCC/EAN-128 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-37 Enable/Disable ISBT 128 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-38 Code 128 Decode Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-39 Code 128 Decode Performance Level. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-40

Code 39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-42 Enable/Disable Code 39 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-42 Enable/Disable Trioptic Code 39 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-43 Convert Code 39 to Code 32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-44 Code 32 Prefix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-45 Set Lengths for Code 39 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-46 Code 39 Check Digit Verification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-48 Transmit Code 39 Check Digit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-49 Enable/Disable Code 39 Full ASCII . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-50 Code 39 Buffering (Scan & Store) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-51 Code 39 Decode Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-55 Code 39 Decode Performance Level. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-56

Code 93. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-58 Enable/Disable Code 93 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-58 Set Lengths for Code 93 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-59

Code 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-61 Enable/Disable Code 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-61 Set Lengths for Code 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-62 Code 11 Check Digit Verification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-64 Transmit Code 11 Check Digits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-66

Interleaved 2 of 5 (ITF) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-67

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UPC/EAN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-3 UPC-A, 100 % . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-3 EAN-13, 100 % . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-4 Code 128. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-4 Interleaved 2 of 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-5 RSS 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-5

Appendix D. Numeric Bar Codes

0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-3 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-3 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-4 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-4 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-5 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-5 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-6 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-6 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-7 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-7 Cancel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-8

Appendix E. Mounting Template

Mounting Template . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-3

Glossary

Index

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About This Guide

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xv Chapter Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .xv Notational Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvi Related Publications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvi Service Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvi

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Introduction

The Symbol LS7708 Product Reference Guide provides general instructions for setting up, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting the Symbol LS7708 scanner.

Chapter Descriptions

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

???Chapter 2, Scanning describes parts of the scanner, beeper and LED definitions, and how 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 the programming bar codes necessary for selecting user preference features for the scanner.

???Chapter 5, Keyboard Wedge Interface provides information for setting up the scanner for Keyboard Wedge operation.

???Chapter 6, RS-232 Host 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.

???Chapter 9, Synapse Interface provides information for expanding the primary scanner???s capabilities by connecting a (secondary) hand-held scanner using a Synapse adapter at the host port.

???Chapter 10, RS-232 Auxiliary Port provides information for setting up the auxiliary device and optional hand-held laser scanner.

???Chapter 11, Hand-Held Laser Scanner Port provides information for expanding the primary scanner???s capabilities by connecting a (secondary) hand-held scanner at the scanner port.

???Chapter 12, 123Scan describes this PC based scanner configuration tool and provides the bar code that enables communication with the 123Scan program.

???Chapter 13, Symbologies describes all symbology features and provides the programming bar codes necessary for selecting these features for the scanner.

???Chapter 14, Miscellaneous Scanner Options includes commonly used bar codes to customize how data is transmitted to the host device.

???Appendix A, Standard Default Parameters provides a table of all host devices and miscellaneous scanner defaults.

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

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

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

???Appendix E, Mounting Template includes a mounting template to assist in proper placement of the scanner when attaching it to a surface.

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Notational Conventions

The following conventions are used in this document:

???Bullets (???) indicate:

???action items

???lists of alternatives

???lists of required steps that are not necessarily sequential

???Sequential lists (e.g., those that describe step-by-step procedures) appear as numbered lists.

???Throughout the programming bar code menus, asterisks (*) are used to denote default parameter settings.

* Indicates Default *Baud Rate 9600 Feature/Option

Related Publications

The LS7708 Quick Reference Guide, p/n 72-60830-01, provides general information to help the user get started with the scanner. It includes basic set-up and operation instructions.

For the latest versions of the LS7708 Quick Reference Guide, Product Reference Guide, and Advanced Data Formatting Guide, go to: http://www.symbol.com/manuals.

Service Information

If there is a problem with the equipment, contact the regional Global Customer Interaction Center. For contact number information, visit: www.symbol.com/contactsupport for a Customer Interaction Center in your area. Before calling, have the model number, serial number and several bar code symbols at hand.

Call the Global Customer Interaction Center from a phone near the scanning equipment so that the service person can try to troubleshoot the problem. If the equipment is found to be working properly and the problem is reading bar codes, the Support Center will request samples of the bar codes for analysis at our plant.

If the problem cannot be solved over the phone, it may be necessary to return the equipment for servicing. If that is necessary, the Global Customer Interaction Center will provide specific directions.

Motorola is not responsible for any damages incurred during shipment if the approved shipping container is not used. Shipping the units improperly can possibly void the warranty. If the original shipping container was

If the product was purchased from a Motorola Business Partner, contact that Business Partner for service.

Getting Started

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 Unpacking the Scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 Input/Output Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-5 Setting Up the Scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6 Power Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6 Connecting the Host and Peripheral Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6 Routing Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8 Removing the Host Interface Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8 Configuring the Scanner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9 Synchronization of Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9 Mounting the Scanner to a Surface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10 Attaching the Mounting Bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10 Detaching the Scanner from the Mounting Bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13

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The Symbol LS7708 scanner supports the following interfaces:

???TTL-level RS-232 connection to a host. Set up communication between the scanner and the host either by scanning bar code menus or using the Windows-based programming tool 123Scan.

???Keyboard Wedge connection to a host. The host interprets scanned data as keystrokes. International keyboards supported:

???Windows??? environment: North American, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Swedish, UK English, Brazilian/Portuguese, and Japanese.

???Windows XP/2000??? environment: French Canadian

???Windows 95/98 environment: French Canadian

???Connection to IBM 468X/469X hosts. Set up communication between the scanner and the IBM terminal either by scanning bar code menus or using the Windows-based programming tool 123Scan.

???USB connection to a host. The scanner autodetects a USB host and defaults to the HID keyboard interface type. To select other USB interface types, scan programming bar code menus or use the Windows-based programming tool 123Scan.

???International Keyboards supported (for Windows??? environment): North America, German, French, French International, Spanish, Italian, Swedish, British, and Japanese.

???Synapse capability that allows the scanner to connect to a wide variety of host systems using a Synapse and Synapse adapter cable. The scanner autodetects Synapse.

Unpacking the Scanner

Remove the scanner from its packing and inspect it for damage. The following items are included in the package:

???Scanner

???Mounting bracket and hardware

???LS7708 Quick Reference Guide (p/n 72-69530-xx)

???CD containing 123Scan software and Symbol LS7708 Product Reference Guide (p/n 72-69531-xx).

The package may also include the following:

???Power supply and cable

???RS-232C host interface cable

???Synapse Adapter and Synapse cable.

Some host terminals (e.g., IBM 46xx Series) supply power to the scanner, so an external power supply is not required. Contact a Motorola representative for more information.

If any items are missing or damaged, call the Global Customer Interaction Center. See page xvi for contact information. KEEP THE PACKING. It is the approved shipping container and should be used if it is ever necessary to return the equipment for servicing.

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Setting Up the Scanner

Power Options

Depending on the peripherals used, the scanner receives power from one of two sources:

???Via the host through the host cable: If the host can supply 500mA of power, the host cable is less than 8.5??? long, and there are no peripheral devices in the configuration.

???Via an external power supply: When the host cannot provide sufficient power, the host cable length is more than 8.5??? long, or a peripheral device is connected to the hand-held and/or scanner ports. The external supply connects directly into the DC port or through a host cable with an adapter or Y-connection.

When the scanner receives power, the green LED lights and three short high beeps sound, indicating that the scanner is operational.

Connecting the Host and Peripheral Cables

Connect the cables in the following order (see Figure 1-3):

The order of cable insertion is extremely important. Be sure to follow the steps below in order.

CAUTION

1.Plug the host interface cable modular connector into the host port on the scanner.

2.Connect peripheral device cables to the correct ports on the scanner, and the other end of the cables to the peripherals.

3.Connect the external power supply to the host cable, adapter, or power port (if needed, see Power Options).

4.Connect the host cable to the host.

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Figure 1-3. Scanner Connections

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

Note

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Configuring the Scanner

To configure the scanner, use the bar codes in this manual, or use the 123Scan configuration program.

Refer to Chapter 4, User Preferences for information about programming the scanner using bar code menus. Refer to Chapter 12, 123Scan to configure the scanner using this configuration program. A help file is available in the program.

The scanner supports RS-232, IBM 468X/469X, Keyboard Wedge, USB, and Synapse to interface with a host system. Each host- specific chapter describes how to set up each of these connections.

Synchronization of Settings

Host Requested Setting Changes

The IBM 4683, IBM Handheld USB, and Synapse hosts can change a limited set of the scanner's settings. The 123Scan host maintains all the Symbol LS7708 scanner's settings. When a handheld scanner is connected, all setting changes the host requests are processed by both the LS7708 scanner and the handheld scanner. Only a limited set of handheld scanner settings are updated, including code type enable/disable, code type lengths, beeper settings, redundancy, and security level settings.

For example, if the IBM 4683 host requests to disable the Code 39 symbology, then Code 39 is disabled on both the LS7708 scanner and the handheld scanner.

Bar Code Menu Symbols Scanned on the Symbol LS7708 Scanner

A limited set of bar code menu symbols scanned on the Symbol LS7708 scanner are synchronized with the handheld scanner (if attached). These settings are code type enable/disable, code type lengths, beeper settings, redundancy, and security level settings.

Bar Code Menu Symbols Scanned on the Handheld Scanner

By default, the handheld scanner can program the Symbol LS7708 scanner's settings (primary only mode).

The handheld programming mode setting All Scanners Mode allows programming both the handheld scanner and the Symbol LS7708 scanner simultaneously. In this mode, scanning Set Defaults returns the LS7708 scanner to the default mode.

Another setting isolates the handheld scanner so that the bar code menu symbols scanned apply only to the handheld scanner. To return to the default functionality change the setting on the Symbol LS7708 scanner directly.

Regardless of the handheld scanner mode, all parameter changes requested by the host and via bar code menu settings on the Symbol LS7708 scanner are synchronized on the handheld scanner for applicable settings.

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Mounting the Scanner to a Surface

The Symbol LS7708 is designed to sit on top of a counter or be mounted to a wall. The back of the scanner has a slot that accepts a mounting bracket to secure it to the mounting surface. The bracket accommodates either mounting option and, once attached to the scanner, keeps all cables securely in place.

Attaching the Mounting Bracket

Before attaching the scanner to the mounting bracket, remove the oval-shaped rubber feet on the bottom of the scanner.

Note

Freestanding Configuration

To set the scanner for freestanding configuration:

1.Connect all interface and power cables to the scanner (see Figure 1-3 on page 1-7). Route the cables appropriately for the mounting and cable configuration (see Figure 1-4).

2.Turn the scanner so its bottom is facing up and the connections are visible.

3.Orient the mounting bracket so that the plastic tab is facing down and toward the slot on the back of the scanner, and the square cushion on the mounting bracket is above the power cable.

4.Tilt the plastic tab into the slot on the scanner, and rotate the opposite edge downward. As the bracket rotates, push it toward the slot so that the feet of the bracket lie flat against the scanner???s bottom.

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5.When the bracket is flat against the scanner bottom, release pressure so that the feet slide forward into the front of the scanner.

Attached Configuration

To attach the scanner to a mounting surface:

1.Determine the location for mounting the scanner.

2.Remove the square rubber feet that cover the screw holes on the mounting bracket.

3.Remove the two oblong-shaped bumpers on the scanner.

4.Use a pencil to mark the position of the mounting holes. (A mounting template is provided on page E-3 in Appendix E, Mounting Template.)

5.Place the mounting bracket in position over the drilled holes with its flat surface facing the mounting surface.

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Detaching the Scanner from the Mounting Bracket

To detach the scanner:

1.Grasp the scanner firmly on both sides.

2.Squeeze the back of the scanner slightly while pushing the scanner in the direction of the slot on the back.

3.Rotate the front of the scanner away from the mounting bracket until the bracket pops out of the slot.

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Scanning

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 Active Scan Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 Scanning Bar Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 Beeper Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-5 Selecting Beeper Volume. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6 Sleep Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6 LED Definitions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6 Decode Zone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7 Integrated Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8

LS7708 Interlock Cable and EAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8 Installing the Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8 CheckPoint EAS Model Compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8 Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8 CheckPoint Contact Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8 Deactivation for Sensormatic EAS System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8

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Scanning 2-3

Introduction

This chapter covers the techniques involved in scanning bar codes, beeper and LED definitions, and general instructions and tips about scanning. Refer to Chapter 1, Getting Started for information on scanner components, and connecting host cables and the power supply.

Active Scan Area

The active scan area is the area in front of the scanner window in which a bar code can be decoded. The dotted area in Figure 2-1 represents the active scan area for the scanner.

Figure 2-1. Symbol LS7708 Active Scan Area

Scanning Bar Codes

Install and program the scanner. (Refer to each host chapter and Chapter 4, User Preferences, Chapter 13, Symbologies, Chapter 14, Miscellaneous Scanner Options, and Advanced Data Formatting for instructions on programming the scanner.) For assistance, contact the local supplier or call the Global Customer Interaction Center. See page xvi for contact information.

For the best scanning performance, the counter top or surface area covered by the active scan area should be a light, solid color. Avoid designs (e.g., stripes or patterns). A rastering, 120-line, omni-directional scan pattern provides rapid, orientation-free scanning.

To scan a bar code:

1.Ensure all cable connections are secure.

2.Orient the item with the bar code facing the scanner window.

3.Move the item through the active scan area in the direction of the arrows (swipe scanning, see Figure 2-2), or place the item in front of the scanner (presentation scanning, see Figure 2-3). Ensure that the scan lines cross every bar and space of the symbol.

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Figure 2-2. Scanning a Bar Code - Swipe Method

Figure 2-3. Scanning a Bar Code - Presentation Method

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

For more information on beeper definitions, see Table 2-1.

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Beeper Definitions

The scanner communicates by emitting different beeper sequences. Table 2-1 defines beeper sequences that occur during normal scanning and while programming the scanner.

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Selecting Beeper Volume

The scanner emits a short beep when it successfully reads a bar code. To change the volume of the beep scan the beeper volume bar code on page 4-7, or use the two-function Volume Control and Wakeup button (see Figure 1-1 on page 1-3) on the front of the scanner as follows:

1.Press and hold the button for approximately five seconds. The scanner cycles through three settings (low, medium, high) emitting a two-beep tone at each setting.

2.To select a particular setting, release the button after the desired two-beep tone is heard.

Sleep Mode

The scanner enters Sleep mode when it is inactive for a specified length of time. The scanner has two levels of sleep: laser and motor. In laser sleep mode, after ten seconds of inactivity the laser pulses at a 50% rate, then drops to 3% after a specified time. In motor sleep mode, the scanner turns off the motor and the laser.

To wake the scanner from sleep mode, press the Volume Control & Wakeup button (see Figure 1-1). In laser sleep mode, also wake the scanner by presenting a bar code to the scanner window.

LED Definitions

The scanner also communicates via an LED (see Figure 1-1). Table 2-2 defines LED indications that occur during scanning.

Table 2-2. Standard LED Definitions

Scanning 2-7

Decode Zone

Figure 2-4 illustrates the area in which the scanner recognizes bar codes.

Figure 2-4. Symbol LS7708 Decode Zone

Maintenance and

Technical Specifications

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

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

Replacing the Scanner Window. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6

Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7

Scanner Signal Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9

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Maintenance and Technical Specifications 3-3

Introduction

This chapter covers suggested scanner maintenance, troubleshooting, technical specifications, and signal descriptions (pinouts).

Maintenance

Cleaning the exit window is the only maintenance required. A dirty window can affect scanning accuracy.

???Do not allow abrasive material to touch the window.

???Remove dirt particles with a damp cloth.

???Wipe the window using a tissue moistened with ammonia/water.

???Do not spray water or other cleaning liquids directly into the window.

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Replacing the Scanner Window

To replace the scanner window:

1. Reach under the lip of the front panel and lift it away from the scanner.

Front Panel

Figure 3-1. Removing the Front Panel

2. Unfasten the screws behind the panel that secure the window frame.)

Screw

Screw

Figure 3-2. Unfastening the Screws that Secure the Window Frame

3.Tilt the loosened window frame forward far enough to gain access to the exit window.

4.Carefully remove the exit window from the window frame.

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Glass

Figure 3-3. Removing and Replacing the Window Glass

5.Insert a new, clean exit window.

6.Tilt the window frame back into position.

7.Secure the window frame to the scanner using two screws.

8.Snap the front panel back into position.

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Technical Specifications

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1Refers to 100% UPC bar code (80% contrast) located 4 in. (10 cm) from the scanner.

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

Table 3-2. Scanner/Host Signal Pin-outs

Table 3-3. RS-232 Auxiliary Port Pinouts

*The RS-232 port can power a connected device, such as a scale, magstripe reader, or hand-held scanner. The device???s mating connector is wired to the end of an unterminated cable. Contact the Global Customer Interaction Center to obtain an unterminated cable for this port. The following table lists unterminated wires and their functions.

If the device attached to the RS-232 Auxiliary Port is self-powered, do not connect the red wire (VCC) to the mating connector. This prevents the device from back-powering the LS7708.

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Table 3-4. Hand-Held Scanner Port Pinouts

Table 3-5. EAS Interlock Port Pinouts

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User Preferences

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3 Scanning Sequence Examples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3 Errors While Scanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3 User Preferences Default Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3 User Preferences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5

Set Default Parameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 Beeper Tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5 Beeper Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7 Beep After Good Decode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9 Low Power Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10 Scan Pattern Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11 Timeout Between Decodes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-12 Time Delay to Low Power Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-13 Linear UPC/EAN Decode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-15 UPC Half Block Stitching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-16 EAS Interlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-17

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Table 4-1. User Preferences Default Table

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Beeper Tone (continued)

*Medium Frequency

High Frequency

User Preferences 4-7

Beeper Volume

To select a beeper volume, scan one of the following bar codes.

Low Beeper Volume

Low Beeper Volume

Medium Beeper Volume

Medium Beeper Volume

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Scan Pattern Mode

The Symbol LS7708 has a very aggressive scan pattern that is both omnidirectional and raster. To select a static omnidirectional pattern, scan the Omnidirectional Pattern bar code to change the scan pattern.

*Rastering Omnidirectional Pattern

Omnidirectional Pattern

User Preferences 4-13

Time Delay to Low Power Mode

This parameter sets the time that the scanner remains active after any scanning activity. Depending on the selection, the scanner enters a sleep mode 15, 30, 60, or 90 minutes after the last attempted decode. To awaken the scanner, see Low Power Mode on page 4-10.

15 Minutes

*30 Minutes

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UPC Half Block Stitching

This parameter enables UPC Half Block Stitching for the Symbol LS7708 omnidirectional scanner only.

*Enable UPC Half Block Stitching

Disable UPC Half Block Stitching

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Keyboard Wedge Interface 5-3

Introduction

This chapter provides information for setting up the scanner with a Keyboard Wedge interface. Use this interface type to attach the scanner between the keyboard and host computer. The scanner translates bar code data into keystrokes which the host computer accepts as if they originate from the keyboard.

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

Throughout the programming bar code menus, asterisks (*) indicate default values.

Keyboard Wedge Interface 5-5

Power Port

Keyboard

Host

Power Supply

Figure 5-2. Keyboard Wedge Connection with Peripherals - Power Supplied Externally

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Keyboard Wedge Default Parameters

Table 5-1 lists the defaults for Keyboard Wedge host parameters. To change any option, scan the appropriate bar code(s) beginning in Keyboard Wedge Host Types on page 5-7.

Scanning parameter setting bar codes with the primary scanner also changes settings on the auxiliary scanner.

Note

See Appendix A, Standard Default Parameters for all user preferences, hosts, symbologies, and miscellaneous default parameters.

Note

Table 5-1. Keyboard Wedge Host Default Table

1User selection is required to configure this interface and this is the most common selection.

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Keyboard Wedge Host Types (continued)

IBM AT NOTEBOOK

NCR 7052

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Keyboard Wedge Country Types (Country Codes)

Scan the bar code corresponding to the keyboard type. If the particular keyboard type is not listed, see Alternate Numeric Keypad Emulation on page 5-18.

*North American

German Windows

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Keyboard Wedge Country Types (continued)

French Windows

French Canadian Win 95/98

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Keyboard Wedge Country Types (continued)

French Canadian Windows XP/2000

Spanish Windows

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Keyboard Wedge Country Types (continued)

Italian Windows

Swedish Windows

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Keyboard Wedge Country Types (continued)

UK English Windows

Japanese Windows

Keyboard Wedge Interface 5-17

Intra-Keystroke Delay

Enable this to insert an additional delay between each emulated key depression and release. This sets the Keystroke Delay parameter to a minimum of 5 msec as well.

Enable

*Disable

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Alternate Numeric Keypad Emulation

This allows emulation of most other country keyboard types not listed in Keyboard Wedge Country Types (Country Codes) on page 5- 9 in a Microsoft operating system environment.

Enable Alternate Numeric Keypad

*Disable Alternate Numeric Keypad

Keyboard Wedge Interface 5-19

Caps Lock On

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

Enable Caps Lock On

*Disable Caps Lock On

Keyboard Wedge Interface 5-21

Convert Wedge Data

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

Convert to Upper Case

Convert to Lower Case

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Function Key Mapping

ASCII values under 32 are normally sent as a control-key sequences (see Table 7-2 on page 7-24). Enable this parameter to send the keys in bold in place of the standard key mapping. Items that do not have a bold entry remain the same whether or not this parameter is enabled.

Enable

*Disable

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FN1 Substitution

Enable this to replace any FN1 characters in an EAN 128 bar code with a selected Key Category and Key Value (see FN1 Substitution Values on page 14-6).

Enable

*Disable

Keyboard Wedge Interface 5-25

Send Make Break

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

*Send Make and Break Scan Codes

Send Make Scan Code Only

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OnKeyboard Maps

The following keyboard maps are provided for prefix/suffix keystroke parameters. To program the prefix/suffix values, see the bar codes on page 14-5.

Figure 5-3. IBM PS2 Type Keyboard

Figure 5-4. NCR 7052 32-Key

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

1The keystroke in bold is sent only if the ???Function Key Mapping??? is enabled. Otherwise, the unbolded keystroke is sent.

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Table 5-3. Keyboard Wedge ALT Key Character Set

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Table 5-4. Keyboard Wedge GUI Key Character Set

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Table 5-5. Keyboard Wedge F Key Character Set

Keyboard Wedge Interface 5-35

Table 5-6. Keyboard Wedge Numeric Keypad Character Set

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Table 5-7. Keyboard Wedge Extended Keypad Character Set

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RS-232 Host Interface 6-3

Introduction

This chapter provides information for setting up the scanner with an RS-232 host. Use the RS-232 interface to attach the scanner to point-of-sale devices, host computers, or other devices with an available RS-232 port (e.g., com port). This scanner uses TTL RS-232 levels to interface with all PC's without additional hardware.

Particularly noisy electrical environments may require a cable with an RS-232 transceiver. To obtain this cable, contact the Global Customer Interaction Center.

Note

If the particular host is not listed in Table 6-2, set the communication parameters to match the host device. See the documentation for the host device.

Throughout the programming bar code menus, asterisks (*) indicate default values.

* Indicates Default *Baud Rate 9600 Feature/Option

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Connecting an RS-232 Interface

There are several possible configurations for connecting to an RS-232 host. The scanner connects directly to the host computer.

Host Port

Host Serial Port

To EAS (optional)

Figure 6-1. RS-232 Connection Without Peripherals - Power Supplied Externally

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Hand-Held Scanner

Host Port

RS-232 Auxiliary Device

Power Port

Host Serial Port

To EAS (optional)

Power Supply

Figure 6-2. RS-232 Connection with Peripherals - Power Supplied Externally

1.Connect the RS-232 interface cable to the host port of the scanner.

2.Connect the other end of the interface cable to the serial port on the host.

3.Connect the peripherals, if any, to their respective ports (see Figure 6-2).

4.Connect the power supply.

5.Scan appropriate bar codes in this chapter or use 123Scan to match the host settings.

Interface cables vary depending on configuration. The connectors may be different from the examples illustrated, but the steps to connect the scanner are the same. See Chapter 1, Getting Started for connection information.

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RS-232 Default Parameters

Table 6-1 lists the defaults for RS-232 host parameters. To change any option, scan the appropriate bar code(s) beginning in RS-232 Host Parameters on page 6-7.

Scanning parameter setting bar codes with the primary scanner also changes settings on the auxiliary scanner.

Note

See Appendix A, Standard Default Parameters for all user preferences, hosts, symbologies, and miscellaneous default parameters.

Note

Table 6-1. RS-232 Host Default Table

1User selection is required to configure this interface and this is the most common selection.

RS-232 Host Interface 6-7

RS-232 Host Parameters

Various RS-232 hosts are set up with their own parameter default settings. Selecting the ICL, Fujitsu, Wincor-Nixdorf Mode A, Wincor-Nixdorf Mode B, Olivetti, Omron, or terminal sets the defaults listed in Table 6-2.

Table 6-2. Terminal Specific RS-232

*In the Nixdorf Mode B, if CTS is Low, scanning is disabled. When CTS is High, the user can scan bar codes.

**If Nixdorf Mode B is scanned without the scanner connected to the proper host, it may appear unable to scan. If this happens, scan a different RS-232 host type within 5 seconds of cycling power to the scanner.

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Selecting the ICL, Fujitsu, Wincor-Nixdorf Mode A, Wincor-Nixdorf Mode B, OPOS, JPOS terminal enables the transmission of code ID characters listed in Table 6-3. These code ID characters are not programmable and are separate from the Transmit Code ID feature. Do not enable the Transmit Code ID feature for these terminals.

Table 6-3. Terminal Specific Code ID Characters

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RS-232 Host Types (continued)

Wincor-Nixdorf RS-232 Mode A

Wincor-Nixdorf RS-232 Mode B

RS-232 Host Interface 6-11

RS-232 Host Types (continued)

Fujitsu RS-232

Olivetti ORS4500

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RS-232 Host Types (continued)

Omron

OPOS/JPOS

RS-232 Host Interface 6-13

Baud Rate

Baud rate is the number of bits of data transmitted per second. Select the baud rate setting to match the baud rate setting of the host device. Otherwise, data may not reach the host device or may reach it in distorted form.

Baud Rate 600

Baud Rate 1200

RS-232 Host Interface 6-15

Baud Rate (continued)

*Baud Rate 9600

Baud Rate 19,200

RS-232 Host Interface 6-19

Parity (continued)

Select None when no parity bit is required.

*None

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Check Receive Errors

Select whether or not the parity, framing, and overrun of received characters are checked. The parity value of received characters is verified against the parity parameter selected above.

*Check For Received Errors

Do Not Check For Received Errors

RS-232 Host Interface 6-21

Hardware Handshaking

The data interface consists of an RS-232 port designed to operate either with or without the hardware handshaking lines, Request to Send (RTS), and Clear to Send (CTS).

If Standard RTS/CTS handshaking is not selected, scan data is transmitted as it becomes available. If Standard RTS/CTS handshaking is selected, scan data is transmitted according to the following sequence:

???The scanner reads the CTS line for activity. If CTS is asserted, the scanner waits up to 2 seconds for the host to negate the CTS line. If, after 2 seconds (default), the CTS line is still asserted, the scanner sounds a transmit error, and any scanned data is lost.

???When the CTS line is negated, the scanner asserts the RTS line and waits up to 2 seconds for the host to assert CTS. When the host asserts CTS, data is transmitted. If, after 2 seconds (default), the CTS line is not asserted, the scanner sounds a transmit error, and discards the data.

???When data transmission is complete, the scanner negates RTS 10 msec after sending the last character.

???The host should respond by negating CTS. The scanner checks for a negated CTS upon the next transmission of data.

During the transmission of data, the CTS line should be asserted. If CTS is deasserted for more than 50 ms between characters, the transmission is aborted, the scanner sounds a transmission error, and the data is discarded.

If the above communications sequence fails, the scanner issues an error indication. In this case, the data is lost and must be rescanned.

If Hardware Handshaking and Software Handshaking are both enabled, Hardware Handshaking takes precedence.

The DTR signal is jumpered to the active state.

Note

None

Scan the bar code below if no Hardware Handshaking is desired.

*None

RS-232 Host Interface 6-27

Host Serial Response Time-out (continued)

Low: 2.5 Sec

Medium: 5 Sec

RS-232 Host Interface 6-29

RTS Line State

This parameter sets the idle state of the Serial Host RTS line. Scan a bar code below to select Low RTS or High RTS line state.

*Host: Low RTS

Host: High RTS

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Stop Bit Select

The stop bit(s) at the end of each transmitted character marks the end of transmission of one character and prepares the receiving device for the next character in the serial data stream. The number of stop bits selected (one or two) depends on the number the receiving terminal is programmed to accommodate. Set the number of stop bits to match host device requirements.

*1 Stop Bit

2 Stop Bits

RS-232 Host Interface 6-31

Data Bits

This parameter allows the scanner to interface with devices requiring a 7-bit or 8-bit ASCII protocol.

7-Bit

*8-Bit

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Beep on <BEL>

When this parameter is enabled, the scanner issues a beep when a <BEL> character is detected on the RS-232 serial line. <BEL> is issued to gain a user's attention to an illegal entry or other important event.

Beep On <BEL> Character (Enable)

*Do Not Beep On <BEL> Character (Disable)

RS-232 Host Interface 6-33

Intercharacter Delay

This parameter specifies the intercharacter delay inserted between character transmissions.

*Minimum: 0 msec

Low: 25 msec

RS-232 Host Interface 6-35

Intercharacter Delay (continued)

Maximum: 99 msec

Nixdorf Beep/LED Options

When Nixdorf Mode B is selected, this indicates when the scanner should beep and turn on its LED after a decode.

*Normal Operation (Beep/LED immediately after decode)

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ASCII / Character Set

The values in Table 6-4 can be assigned as prefixes or suffixes for ASCII character data transmission.

Table 6-4. ASCII Character Set

RS-232 Host Interface 6-39

Table 6-4. ASCII Character Set

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Table 6-4. ASCII Character Set

RS-232 Host Interface 6-41

Table 6-4. ASCII Character Set

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USB Interface 7-3

Introduction

This chapter provides information on setting up the scanner with a USB host. The scanner attaches directly to a USB host computer.

If there are no peripherals included in the configuration and the host cable is less than 8.5??? long, the host can power the scanner through the interface cable. If the configuration includes peripherals and/or the host cable is more than 8.5??? long, an external power supply is necessary.

Throughout the programming bar code menus, asterisks (*) indicate default values.

*North American, Standard USB Keyboard

Connecting a USB Interface

The scanner connects with USB-capable hosts including:

???Desktop PCs and Notebooks

???Apple??? iMac, G4, iBooks (North America only)

???IBM SurePOS terminals

???Sun, IBM, and other network computers that support more than one keyboard.

The following operating systems support the scanner through USB:

???Windows 98, 2000, ME, XP

???MacOS 8.5 and above

???IBM 4690 OS.

The scanner also interfaces with other USB hosts that support USB Human Interface Devices (HID). For more information on USB technology, hosts, and peripheral devices, visit www.symbol.com/usb.

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Host Port

Host

To EAS (optional)

Figure 7-1. USB Connection Without Peripherals - Host Supplies Power

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USB Default Parameters

Table 7-1 lists the defaults for USB host parameters. To change any option, scan the appropriate bar code(s) beginning in USB Host Parameters on page 7-7.

Scanning parameter setting bar codes with the primary scanner also changes settings on the auxiliary scanner.

Note

See Appendix A, Standard Default Parameters for all user preferences, hosts, symbologies, and miscellaneous default parameters.

Note

Table 7-1. USB Host Default Table

USB Interface 7-11

USB Country Keyboard Types (continued)

French Canadian, Windows 2000/XP

Spanish (Traditional), Windows

USB Interface 7-13

USB Country Keyboard Types (continued)

UK English, Windows

Japanese, Windows (ASCII)

USB Interface 7-15

USB Keystroke Delay (continued)

Medium Delay (20 msec)

Long Delay (40 msec)

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Emulate Keypad

When enabled, all characters are sent as ASCII sequences over the numeric keypad. For example ASCII A would be sent as ???ALT make??? 0 6 5 ???ALT Break.???

*Disable Keypad Emulation

Enable Keypad Emulation

USB Interface 7-19

USB Keyboard FN1 Substitution

This option applies only to the USB HID Keyboard Emulation device. Enable this to replace any FN1 characters in an EAN 128 bar code with a selected Key Category and value (see FN1 Substitution Values on page 14-6 to set the Key Category and Key Value).

Enable

*Disable

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Function Key Mapping

ASCII values under 32 are normally sent as a control-key sequences (see Table 7-2 on page 7-24). Enable this parameter to send the keys in bold in place of the standard key mapping. Items that do not have a bold entry remain the same whether or not this parameter is enabled.

*Disable Function Key Mapping

Enable Function Key Mapping

USB Interface 7-21

Simulated Caps Lock

*Disable Simulated Caps Lock

Enable Simulated Caps Lock

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Convert Case

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

*No Case Conversion

Convert All to Upper Case

USB Interface 7-23

Convert Case (continued)

Convert All to Lower Case

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ASCII Character Set

Table 7-2. USB ASCII Character Set

USB Interface 7-25

Table 7-2. USB ASCII Character Set (Continued)

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Table 7-2. USB ASCII Character Set (Continued)

USB Interface 7-27

Table 7-2. USB ASCII Character Set (Continued)

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Table 7-2. USB ASCII Character Set (Continued)

GUI Shift Keys

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

USB Interface 7-29

Table 7-2. USB ASCII Character Set (Continued)

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Table 7-2. USB ASCII Character Set (Continued)

USB Interface 7-31

Table 7-2. USB ASCII Character Set (Continued)

a. The Keystroke in bold is sent only if the ???Function Key Mapping??? parameter is enabled. Otherwise, the unbolded keystroke is sent.

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IBM 468X/469X Interface 8-3

Introduction

This chapter provides information on setting up the scanner with an IBM 468X/469X host.

Throughout the programming bar code menus, asterisks (*) indicate default values.

* Indicates Default *Disable Convert UnknownFeature/Option

to Code 39

IBM 468X/469X Interface 8-5

IBM Default Parameters

Table 8-1 lists the defaults for IBM host parameters. To change any option, scan the appropriate bar code(s) beginning in IBM 468X/ 469X Host Parameters on page 8-6.

Scanning parameter setting bar codes with the primary scanner also changes settings on the auxiliary scanner.

Note

See Appendix A, Standard Default Parameters for all user preferences, hosts, symbologies, and miscellaneous default parameters.

Note

Table 8-1. IBM Host Default Table

1User selection is required to configure this interface and this is the most common selection.

IBM 468X/469X Interface 8-7

Port Address (continued)

Hand-Held Scanner Emulation (Port 5B)

Table-top Scanner Emulation (Port 17)

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Convert Unknown to Code 39

Scan a bar code below to enable or disable the conversion of unknown bar code type data to Code 39.

Enable Convert Unknown to Code 39

Disable Convert Unknown to Code 39

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Synapse Interface 9-3

Introduction

Synapse Smart cables interface to a variety of hosts. The appropriate Synapse Smart cable has built-in intelligence to detect the host to which it is connected. An external power supply is required.

Host Port

Power Port

Host

Synapse Smart Cable

To EAS (optional)

Figure 9-1. Synapse Connection Without Peripherals - Power Supplied Externally via Y-Cable

Interface cables vary depending on configuration. The connectors may be different from the examples illustrated, but the steps to connect the scanner are the same. See Chapter 1, Getting Started for connection information.

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Power Port

Host

Synapse Smart Cable

To EAS (optional)

Figure 9-2. Synapse Connection With Peripherals - Power Supplied Externally via Y-Cable

See Figure 1-4 on page 1-8 for correct cable routing options when using a Y-connector cable.

Synapse Interface 9-5

Connecting a Synapse Interface Cable

To host

Synapse adapter cable

To scanner

Synapse Smart Cable

Figure 9-3. Synapse Cable Connection

The Synapse interface consists of two components:

???The Synapse adapter cable, which connects to the scanner???s host port on one end, and to the Synapse Smart cable on the other

???The Synapse Smart cable, which connects to the host computer on one end, and the Synapse adapter cable on the other. The Synapse Smart cable detects the host type and programs itself accordingly.

To connect the Synapse interface:

1.Plug the Synapse adapter cable (p/n 25-32463-xx) into the host port of the scanner, as described in Connecting the Host and Peripheral Cables on page 1-6.

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.

See the Synapse Interface Guide provided with the Synapse cable for detailed setup instructions.

Note

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Connecting a Device to the RS-232 Auxiliary Port

The RS-232 auxiliary port is used to connect to a peripheral device such as a scale or magstripe reader. When an RS-232 device is connected to the scanner, an external power supply is necessary.

Figure 10-1. RS-232 Auxiliary Port Connection

To connect an auxiliary device to the RS-232 auxiliary port:

1.Connect the RS-232 interface cable to the auxiliary port of the scanner.

2.Connect the other end of the RS-232 cable to the serial port on the auxiliary device.

3.Connect the power supply.

4.Scan appropriate bar codes in this chapter to match the auxiliary device settings.

Interface cables vary depending on configuration. The connectors may be different from the examples illustrated, but the steps to connect the scanner are the same. See Chapter 1, Getting Started for connection information.

RS-232 Auxiliary Port 10-5

RS-232 Auxiliary Port Default Parameters

Table 10-1 lists the defaults for RS-232 auxiliary parameters. To change any option, scan the appropriate bar code(s) beginning in

RS-232 Auxiliary Port Parameters on page 10-6.

Table 10-1. RS-232 Auxiliary Port Default Parameters

See Appendix A, Standard Default Parameters for all user preferences, hosts, symbologies, and miscellaneous default parameters.

Note

RS-232 Auxiliary Port 10-7

Baud Rate (continued)

Baud Rate 4800

*Baud Rate 9600

RS-232 Auxiliary Port 10-19

Serial Response Time-out (continued)

High: 7.5 Sec

Maximum: 9.9 Sec

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RTS Line State

This parameter sets the idle state of the Serial Host RTS line. Scan a bar code below to select Low RTS or High RTS line state.

*Host: Low RTS

Host: High RTS

RS-232 Auxiliary Port 10-21

Stop Bit Select

The stop bit(s) at the end of each transmitted character marks the end of transmission of one character and prepares the receiving device for the next character in the serial data stream. The number of stop bits selected (one or two) depends on the number the receiving terminal is programmed to accommodate. Set the number of stop bits to match host device requirements.

*1 Stop Bit

2 Stop Bits

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Data Bits

This parameter allows the scanner to interface with devices requiring a 7-bit or 8-bit ASCII protocol.

7-Bit

*8-Bit

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Hand-Held Laser Scanner Port 11-3

Introduction

Connecting a Hand-Held Scanner

Connect the hand-held scanner???s Synapse Adapter cable to the Scanner port of the Symbol LS7708. In most cases, the hand-held laser scanner configures itself.

When using the hand-held scanner port, connect an external power supply to the power port.

Figure 11-1. Connecting to a Hand-Held Laser Scanner

Interface cables vary depending on configuration. The connectors may be different from the examples illustrated, but the steps to connect the scanner are the same. See Chapter 1, Getting Started for connection information.

When the hand-held laser scanner is connected to the Scanner port of the primary scanner, the hand-held scanner auto-configures and inherits some of the primary scanner???s decode parameters. Any changes to the primary scanner???s settings are automatically reflected back to the hand-held scanner. Programming bar codes are provided to:

???program only the hand-held laser scanner

???program only the Symbol LS7708

???program both scanners simultaneously.

Some hand-held scanners do not support these programming modes. Parameter bar codes affect only these scanners, not the primary scanner, regardless of the programming mode selected.

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When this type of hand-held scanner is connected, program the primary scanner by scanning parameter bar codes with the primary scanner.

To determine the type of hand-held scanner used, plug the scanner into the Scanner port. Using the hand-held scanner, scan a parameter bar code. If the primary scanner issues a warble beep, the hand-held scanner supports the programming modes. If the hand-held scanner issues a warble beep, it does not support these modes.

Hand-Held Laser Scanner Default Parameters

Table 11-1 lists the defaults for Hand-Held Laser Scanner Port parameters. To change any option, using the primary scanner only, scan the appropriate bar code(s) beginning in Hand-Held Laser Scanner Options on page 11-5.

Table 11-1. Hand-Held Lase Scanner Default Parameters

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Program All Scanners

When this mode is enabled, scanning parameter bar codes changes the settings on the primary scanner (LS7708) and the hand-held scanner. If either scanner does not recognize a particular parameter bar code (the parameter was not meant for that scanner), that scanner emits an error beep. The other scanner emits a warble tone.

Program All Scanners

Important: Use the primary scanner to scan this bar code.

CAUTION

Hand-Held Laser Scanner Port 11-7

Beep After Good Decode

This parameter affects the hand-held scanner only. When enabled, the scanner connects to the Scanner port beeps after a successful decode.

Beep After Good Decode

This parameter affects the hand-held scanner only. When disabled, the scanner connected to the Scanner port does not beep after a successful decode. Beeps for parameter menu scanning and serial communications are not affected.

Do Not Beep After Good Decode

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123Scan

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-3 Setting Up the 123Scan PC-Based Configuration Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-3 123Scan Parameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-3

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123Scan 12-3

Introduction

123Scan is a Windows?? based utility that programs the scanner with all parameters including Advanced Data Formatting (ADF) Rules. An ADF rule modifies bar code data before it is sent to the host. This ensures compatibility between bar coded data and the host application; the scanner is programmed rather than modifying the host software. Scanners can be programmed via PC download or by scanning a sheet of bar codes generated by the utility. Scanner programming is saved in a file that can be distributed electronically by e-mail. A help file is built into the 123Scan program.

Setting Up the 123Scan PC-Based Configuration Tool

To communicate with the 123Scan program, load 123Scan onto a Windows PC, then use an RS-232 cable to connect the scanner to the PC (see Connecting an RS-232 Interface on page 6-4).

123Scan Parameter

To enable the 123Scan interface on the scanner, scan the bar code below. Refer to 123Scan instructions for programming the scanner.

123Scan Configuration

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Code 39 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-42 Enable/Disable Code 39 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-42 Enable/Disable Trioptic Code 39 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-43 Convert Code 39 to Code 32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-44 Code 32 Prefix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-45 Set Lengths for Code 39 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-46 Code 39 Check Digit Verification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-48 Transmit Code 39 Check Digit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-49 Enable/Disable Code 39 Full ASCII . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-50 Code 39 Buffering (Scan & Store) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-51 Code 39 Decode Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-55 Code 39 Decode Performance Level. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-56

Code 93 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-58 Enable/Disable Code 93 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-58 Set Lengths for Code 93 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-59

Code 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-61 Enable/Disable Code 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-61 Set Lengths for Code 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-62 Code 11 Check Digit Verification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-64 Transmit Code 11 Check Digits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-66

Interleaved 2 of 5 (ITF) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-67 Enable/Disable Interleaved 2 of 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-67 Set Lengths for Interleaved 2 of 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-68 I 2 of 5 Check Digit Verification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-70 Transmit I 2 of 5 Check Digit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-72 Convert I 2 of 5 to EAN-13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-73

Discrete 2 of 5 (DTF) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-74 Enable/Disable Discrete 2 of 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-74 Set Lengths for Discrete 2 of 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-75

Codabar (NW - 7) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-78 Enable/Disable Codabar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-78 Set Lengths for Codabar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-79 CLSI Editing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-82 NOTIS Editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-83

RSS (Reduced Space Symbology). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-84 RSS 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-84 RSS Limited . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-85 RSS Expanded. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-86 Convert RSS to UPC/EAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-87

Symbology - Specific Security Levels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-88 Redundancy Level. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-88 Security Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-91 Bi-directional Redundancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-93 Symbology - Intercharacter Gap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-94

Symbologies 13-3

Introduction

This chapter describes all symbology features and provides the programming bar codes necessary for selecting these features for the Symbol LS7708 scanner. Before programming, follow the instructions in Chapter 1, Getting Started. Throughout the programming bar code menus, asterisks (*) indicate default values.

The scanner is shipped with the settings shown in Appendix A, Standard Default Parameters. If the default values suit the requirements, programming is not necessary. To set feature values, scan single bar codes or short bar code sequences. Scanning parameter setting bar codes with the primary scanner also changes settings on the auxiliary scanner.

To return all features to their default values, scan the Set All Defaults bar code on page 4-5.

If not using a Synapse or USB cable, select a host type. Refer to each host chapter for specific host information.

Scanning Sequence Examples

In most cases scanning one bar code sets a specific parameter value. For example, to transmit bar code data without the UPC-A check digit, simply scan the Do Not Transmit UPC-A Check Digit bar code listed under Transmit UPC-A/UPC-E/UPC-E1

Check Digit on page 13-23. The scanner issues a short high beep and the LED turns green, signifying a successful parameter entry.

Other parameters, such as Set Length(s) for D 2 of 5 require scanning several bar codes in sequence. See the individual parameter, like Set Length(s) for D 2 of 5, for this procedure.

Errors While Scanning

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

Symbology Default Parameters

Table 13-1 lists the defaults for all symbologies parameters. To change any option, scan the appropriate bar code(s) provided in this chapter.

Scanning parameter setting bar codes with the primary scanner also changes settings on the auxiliary scanner.

Note See Appendix A, Standard Default Parameters for all user preferences, hosts, symbologies and miscellaneous default parameters

Table 13-1. Symbology Default Parameters Table

1User selection is required to configure this interface and this is the most common selection.

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Table 13-1. Symbology Default Parameters Table (Continued)

1User selection is required to configure this interface and this is the most common selection.

Symbologies 13-5

Table 13-1. Symbology Default Parameters Table (Continued)

1User selection is required to configure this interface and this is the most common selection.

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Table 13-1. Symbology Default Parameters Table (Continued)

1User selection is required to configure this interface and this is the most common selection.

Symbologies 13-7

UPC/EAN

Enable/Disable UPC-A/UPC-E

To enable or disable UPC-A or UPC-E, scan the appropriate bar code below.

*Enable UPC-A

Disable UPC-A

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Enable/Disable UPC-A/UPC-E (continued)

*Enable UPC-E

Disable UPC-E

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Enable/Disable EAN-13/JAN-13/EAN-8/JAN-8

To enable or disable EAN-13/JAN-13 or EAN-8/JAN-8, scan the appropriate bar code below.

*Enable EAN-13/JAN-13

Disable EAN-13/JAN-13

Symbologies 13-11

Enable/Disable EAN-13/JAN-13/EAN-8/JAN-8 (continued)

*Enable EAN-8/JAN-8

Disable EAN-8/JAN-8

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Decode UPC/EAN Supplementals (continued)

*Ignore UPC/EAN With Supplementals

Decode UPC/EAN Only With Supplementals

Symbologies 13-15

Decode UPC/EAN Supplementals (continued)

Autodiscriminate UPC/EAN Supplementals

Enable 378/379 Supplemental Mode

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Decode UPC/EAN Supplementals (continued)

Enable 978/979 Supplemental Mode

Enable 977 Supplemental Mode

Symbologies 13-17

Decode UPC/EAN Supplementals (continued)

Enable 414/419/434/439 Supplemental Mode

Enable 491 Supplemental Mode

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Decode UPC/EAN Supplementals (continued)

Enable Smart Supplemental Mode

Symbologies 13-19

Decode UPC/EAN Supplementals (continued)

Supplemental User-Programmable Type 1

Supplemental User-Programmable Type 1 and 2

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Decode UPC/EAN Supplementals (continued)

Smart Supplemental Plus User-Programmable 1

Smart Supplemental Plus User-Programmable 1 and 2

Symbologies 13-21

Decode UPC/EAN Supplementals (continued)

Supplemental User-Programmable 1

Supplemental User-Programmable 2

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UPC/EAN Supplemental Redundancy

With Autodiscriminate UPC/EAN Supplementals or one of the supplemental modes selected, this option adjusts the number of times a symbol without supplementals is decoded before transmission. The range is from two to thirty times. Five or above is recommended when decoding a mix of UPC/EAN symbols with and without supplementals, and the autodiscriminate option is selected. The default is set at 20.

Scan the bar code below to set a decode redundancy value. Next, scan two numeric bar codes beginning on page D-1 in Appendix D, Numeric Bar Codes. Single digit numbers must have a leading zero. If an error occurs, or to change the selection, scan Cancel on page D-8.

UPC/EAN Supplemental Redundancy

Symbologies 13-23

Transmit UPC-A/UPC-E/UPC-E1 Check Digit

The check digit is the last character of the symbol used to verify the integrity of the data. Scan the appropriate bar code below to transmit the bar code data with or without the UPC-A, UPC-E or UPC-E1 check digit. It is always verified to guarantee the integrity of the data.

*Transmit UPC-A Check Digit

Do Not Transmit UPC-A Check Digit

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Transmit UPC-A/UPC-E/UPC-E1 Check Digit (continued)

*Transmit UPC-E Check Digit

Do Not Transmit UPC-E Check Digit

Symbologies 13-25

Transmit UPC-A/UPC-E/UPC-E1 Check Digit (continued)

*Transmit UPC-E1 Check Digit

Do Not Transmit UPC-E1 Check Digit

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UPC-E Preamble (continued)

*System Character

(<SYSTEM CHARACTER> <DATA>)

System Character & Country Code

(< COUNTRY CODE> <SYSTEM CHARACTER> <DATA>)

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UPC-E1 Preamble (continued)

System Character & Country Code

(< COUNTRY CODE> <SYSTEM CHARACTER> <DATA>)

Symbologies 13-35

UCC Coupon Extended Code

The UCC Coupon Extended Code is an additional bar code adjacent to a UCC Coupon Code. To enable or disable UCC Coupon Extended Code, scan the appropriate bar code below.

Enable UCC Coupon Extended Code

*Disable UCC Coupon Extended Code

Symbologies 13-37

Enable/Disable UCC/EAN-128

To enable or disable UCC/EAN-128, scan the appropriate bar code below.

*Enable UCC/EAN-128

Disable UCC/EAN-128

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Enable/Disable ISBT 128

ISBT 128 is a variant of Code 128 used in the blood banking industry. To enable or disable ISBT 128, scan the appropriate bar code below. Concatenation of the ISBT data, if required, must be performed in the host.

*Enable ISBT 128

Disable ISBT 128

Symbologies 13-41

Code 128 Decode Performance Level (continued)

*Code 128 Decode Performance Level 3

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Code 39 Check Digit Verification

When this feature is enabled, the scanner checks the integrity of all Code 39 symbols to verify that the data complies with specified check digit algorithm. Only those Code 39 symbols which include a modulo 43 check digit are decoded when this feature is enabled. This feature should only be enabled if the code 39 symbols contain a module 43 check digit.

Enable Code 39 Check Digit

*Disable Code 39 Check Digit

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While there is data in the transmission buffer, selecting Do Not Buffer Code 39 is not allowed. The buffer holds 200 bytes of information.

To disable Code 39 buffering when there is data in the transmission buffer, first force the buffer transmission (see Transmit Buffer on page 13-53) or clear the buffer.

Buffer Data

To buffer data, Code 39 buffering must be enabled and a Code 39 symbol must be read with a space immediately following the start pattern.

???Unless the data overflows the transmission buffer, the scanner issues a lo/hi beep to indicate successful decode and buffering. (For overflow conditions, see Overfilling Transmission Buffer.)

???The scanner adds the decoded data excluding the leading space to the transmission buffer.

???No transmission occurs.

Clear Transmission Buffer

To clear the transmission buffer, scan the Clear Buffer bar code below, which contains only a start character, a dash (minus), and a stop character.

???The scanner issues a short hi/lo/hi beep.

???The scanner erases the transmission buffer.

???No transmission occurs.

Clear Buffer

The Clear Buffer contains only the dash (minus) character. In order to scan this command, be sure Code 39 length is set to include length 1.

Note

Symbologies 13-53

Transmit Buffer

There are two methods to transmit the Code 39 buffer.

1.Scan the Transmit Buffer bar code below. Only a start character, a plus (+), and a stop character.

???The scanner transmits and clears the buffer.

???The scanner issues a lo/hi beep.

Transmit Buffer

2.Scan a Code 39 bar code with a leading character other than a space.

???The scanner issues a hi/lo beep to indicate a good decode and that buffering of the decode data has occurred.

???The scanner transmits and clears the buffer.

???The scanner signals that the buffer was transmitted with a lo/hi beep.

The Transmit Buffer contains only a plus (+) character. In order to scan this command, be sure Code 39 length is set to include length 1.

Note

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Overfilling Transmission Buffer

The Code 39 buffer holds 200 characters. If the symbol just read results in an overflow of the transmission buffer:

???The scanner indicates that the symbol was rejected by issuing three long, high beeps.

???No transmission occurs. The data in the buffer is not affected.

Attempt to Transmit an Empty Buffer

If the symbol just read was the Transmit Buffer symbol and the Code 39 buffer is empty:

???A short lo/hi/lo beep signals that the buffer is empty.

???No transmission occurs.

???The buffer remains empty.

Symbologies 13-57

Code 39 Decode Performance Level (continued)

*Code 39 Decode Performance Level 3

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Code 93

Enable/Disable Code 93

To enable or disable Code 93, scan the appropriate bar code below.

Enable Code 93

*Disable Code 93

Symbologies 13-61

Code 11

Enable/Disable Code 11

To enable or disable Code 11, scan the appropriate bar code below.

Enable Code 11

*Disable Code 11

Symbologies 13-65

Code 11 Check Digit Verification (continued)

Two Check Digits

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I 2 of 5 Check Digit Verification

When this feature is enabled, the scanner checks the integrity of all I 2 of 5 symbols to verify the data complies with either the specified Uniform Symbology Specification (USS), or the Optical Product Code Council (OPCC) check digit algorithm.

*Disable

USS Check Digit

Symbologies 13-71

I 2 of 5 Check Digit Verification (continued)

OPCC Check Digit

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Transmit I 2 of 5 Check Digit

Scan the appropriate bar code below to transmit I 2 of 5 data with or without the check digit.

Transmit I 2 of 5 Check Digit

(Enable)

*Do Not Transmit I 2 of 5 Check Digit

(Disable)

Symbologies 13-75

Set Lengths for Discrete 2 of 5

The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable characters), including check digit(s) the code contains. Lengths for D 2 of 5 may be set for any length, one or two discrete lengths, or lengths within a specific range.

When setting lengths for different bar code types by scanning single digit numbers, single digit numbers must always be preceded by a leading zero.

Note

One Discrete Length - This option allows decoding of only those D 2 of 5 symbols containing a selected length. Lengths are selected from the numeric bar codes beginning on page D-1 in D. For example, to decode only D 2 of 5 symbols with 14 characters, scan D 2 of 5 - One Discrete Length, then scan 1 followed by 4. If an error occurs, or to change the selection, scan Cancel on page D-8.

D 2 of 5 - One Discrete Length

Symbologies 13-77

Set Lengths for Discrete 2 of 5 (continued)

Any Length - Scanning this option allows decoding of D 2 of 5 symbols containing any number of characters within the scanner capability.

Due to the construction of the D 2 of 5 symbology, it is possible for a scan line covering only a portion of the code to be interpreted as a complete scan, yielding less data than is actually encoded in the bar code. To

D 2 of 5 - Any Length

Symbologies 13-79

Set Lengths for Codabar

The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable characters), including check digit(s) the code contains. Lengths for Codabar may be set for any length, one or two discrete lengths, or lengths within a specific range.

When setting lengths for different bar code types by scanning single digit numbers, single digit numbers must always be preceded by a leading zero.

Note

One Discrete Length - This option allows decoding of only those Codabar symbols containing a selected length. Lengths are selected from the numeric bar codes beginning on page D-1 in Appendix D, Numeric Bar Codes. For example, to decode only Codabar symbols with 14 characters, scan Codabar - One Discrete Length, then scan 1 followed by 4. If an error occurs, or to change the selection, scan Cancel on page D-8.

Codabar - One Discrete Length

Symbologies 13-81

Set Lengths for Codabar (continued)

Any Length - Scanning this option allows decoding of Codabar symbols containing any number of characters within the scanner capability.

Codabar - Any Length

Symbologies 13-83

NOTIS Editing

When enabled, this parameter strips the start and stop characters from a decoded Codabar symbol. Enable this feature if the host system requires this data format.

Enable NOTIS Editing

*Disable NOTIS Editing

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RSS (Reduced Space Symbology)

The variants of RSS are RSS 14, RSS Expanded, and RSS Limited. The limited and expanded versions have stacked variants. Scan the appropriate bar code below to enable or disable each variant of RSS.

RSS 14

*Enable RSS 14

Disable RSS 14

Symbologies 13-85

RSS Limited

Enable RSS Limited

*Disable RSS Limited

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Symbology - Specific Security Levels

Redundancy Level

The Symbol LS7708 offer four levels of decode redundancy. Higher redundancy levels are selected for decreasing levels of bar code quality. As redundancy levels increase, the scanner???s aggressiveness decreases.

Select the redundancy level appropriate for the bar code quality.

Redundancy Level 1

The following code types must be successfully read twice before being decoded:

Table 13-2. Redundancy Level 1 Code Types

*Redundancy Level 1

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Redundancy Level 4

The following code types must be successfully read three times before being decoded:

Table 13-5. Redundancy Level 4 Code Types

Redundancy Level 4

Symbologies 13-93

Bi-directional Redundancy

Bi-Directional Redundancy is used for added security to linear code type security levels. When enabled, a bar code must be successfully scanned in both directions (forward and reverse) before reporting a good decode.

Enable Bi-directional Redundancy

*Disable Bi-directional Redundancy

Miscellaneous Scanner Options

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-3

Scanning Sequence Examples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-3

Errors While Scanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-3

Miscellaneous Default Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-3

Miscellaneous Scanner Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-4

Transmit Code ID Character . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-4

Prefix/Suffix Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-5

FN1 Substitution Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-6

Scan Data Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-7

Report Version . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-11

Report MIMIC Version . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-11

Report Synapse Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-12

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Miscellaneous Scanner Options 14-3

Introduction

This chapter includes bar codes used to customize how data is transmitted to the host device. Also see each host chapter for the appropriate host connections and host device features for the scanner. Before programming, follow the instructions in Chapter 1, Getting Started.

The scanner is shipped with the settings shown in the Table 14-1 (also see Appendix A, Standard Default Parameters for all host device and miscellaneous scanner defaults). If the default values are suitable, programming is not necessary. Set feature values by scanning single bar codes or short bar code sequences.

Throughout the programming bar code menus, asterisks (*) indicate default values.

Scanning Sequence Examples

In most cases, scan only one bar code to set a specific parameter value. Other parameters, such as Prefix Value, require scanning several bar codes in sequence. See individual parameters for descriptions of this procedure.

Errors While Scanning

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

Miscellaneous Default Parameters

Table 14-1 lists the defaults for miscellaneous scanner options parameters. To change any option, scan the appropriate bar code(s) beginning in Miscellaneous Scanner Parameters on page 14-4.

Scanning parameter setting bar codes with the primary scanner also changes settings on the auxiliary scanner.

Note

See Appendix A, Standard Default Parameters for all user preferences, hosts, symbologies, and miscellaneous default parameters.

Note

Table 14-1. Miscellaneous Scanner Options Default Table