LS 3603
Product Reference Guide
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LS 3603
Product Reference Guide
70-13584-01
Revision C
June 1999
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©1999 by Symbol Technologies, Inc. All rights reserved.
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user is on a licensed basis. Symbol grants to the user a non-transferable and non-exclusive license to use
each software or firmware program delivered hereunder (licensed program). Except as noted below,
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permitted under copyright law. The user shall not modify, merge, or incorporate any form or portion of
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disassemble, decode, or reverse engineer any licensed program delivered to the user or any portion
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Patents
This product is covered by one or more of the following U.S. and foreign Patents:
U.S. Patent No.4,360,798; 4,369,361; 4,387,297; 4,460,120; 4,496,831; 4,593,186; 4,603,262; 4,607,156; 4,652,750; 4,673,805; 4,736,095; 4,758,717;
4,816,660; 4,845,350; 4,896,026; 4,897,532; 4,923,281; 4,933,538; 4,992,717; 5,015,833; 5,017,765; 5,021,641; 5,029,183; 5,047,617; 5,103,461;
5,113,445; 5,130,520 5,140,144; 5,142,550; 5,149,950; 5,157,687; 5,168,148; 5,168,149; 5,180,904; 5,229,591; 5,230,088; 5,235,167; 5,243,655;
5,247,162; 5,250,791; 5,250,792; 5,262,627; 5,262,628; 5,266,787; 5,278,398; 5,280,162; 5,280,163; 5,280,164; 5,280,498; 5,304,786; 5,304,788;
5,306,900; 5,321,246; 5,324,924; 5,337,361; 5,367,151; 5,373,148; 5,378,882; 5,396,053; 5,396,055; 5,399,846; 5,408,081; 5,410,139; 5,410,140;
5,412,198; 5,418,812; 5,420,411; 5,436,440; 5,444,231; 5,449,891; 5,449,893; 5,468,949; 5,471,042; 5,478,998; 5,479,000; 5,479,002; 5,479,441;
5,504,322; 5,519,577; 5,528,621; 5,532,469; 5,543,610; 5,545,889; 5,552,592; 5,578,810; 5,581,070; 5,589,679; 5,589,680; 5,608,202; 5,612,531;
5,619,028; 5,664,229; 5,668,803; 5,675,139; 5,693,929; 5,698,835; 5,705,800; 5,714,746; 5,723,851; 5,734,152; 5,734,153; 5,745,794; 5,754,587;
5,762,516; 5,763,863; 5,767,500; 5,789,728; 5,808,287; 5,811,785; 5,811,787; 5,815,811; 5,821,519; 5,821,520; 5,823,812; 5,828,050; 5,850,078;
5,861,615; 5,874,720; 5,875,415; D305,885; D341,584; D344,501; D359,483; D362,453; D363,700; D363,918; D370,478; D383,124; D391,250;
D405,077; D406,581.
Invention No. 55,358; 62,539; 69,060; 69,187 (Taiwan); No. 1,601,796; 1,907,875; 1,955,269 (Japan).
European Patent 367,299; 414,281; 367,300; 367,298; UK 2,072,832; France 81/03938; Italy 1,138,713.
rev. 4/99
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Contents
Chapter 1. User’s Guide
Scanning Made Easy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Set Up. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Switching Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Power Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Connecting Your Scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
RS-232C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
For external power operation with single-piece cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
For direct host power operation: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
For battery operation: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Wand Emulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
For external power operation: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
For direct host power operation: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
For battery operation: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
OCIA, OCR, IBM 4683, Keyboard Wedges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Ready, Test, Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
Aim and press the trigger. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Scan the Entire Symbol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Hold at an Angle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Beeper Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Programming the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Hands Free . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
Scanstand Plus Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
IntelliStand Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
Battery Box Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Changing the Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Recharging a Nickel-Cadmium Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
LS 3603 Decode Zone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12
What If... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13
Factory Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14
Symbol Support Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
Required Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
Technical Specifictions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
Pin-outs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19
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Chapter 2. Programming
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Scanning Sequence Examples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Errors While Scanning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Parameter Descriptions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
• Set Parameter Defaults. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
• Host Interface Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
• Code Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
• Code Lengths . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
• Code 39 Full ASCII. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
• Decode Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Transmit UPC-E/ UPC-A Check Digit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Convert UPC-E to UPC-A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
EAN Zero Extend . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Transmit “No Decode” Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Decode UPC/ EAN Supplemental. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Code 39 Check Digit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
ITF-14/ EAN-13 Conversion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
MSI Plessey Check Digit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
MSI/ Plessey 2 Check Digit Algorithm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Code 39 Buffering (Scan & Store) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Beep After Good Decode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
CLSI Editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
NOTIS Editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
UPC/ EAN Security Level. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Decode Redundancy for Codabar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
• UPC A and E Preamble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
• Data Transmission Formats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
• Prefix/ Suffix Values. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
• Laser On Time-out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
• RS-232C Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Baud Rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Parity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Beep on BEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Hardware Handshaking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Software Handshaking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Stop Bit Select . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
ASCII Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
• Intercharacter Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
• Transmit Code ID Character. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
• Transmit AIM ID Character . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
• Power Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
• Scanstand/ IntelliStand Time-out. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
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• Wand Emulator Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Wand Emulator Bar Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Variable Leading Margin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Convert All to Code 39 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Supported Features By Host Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17
Beeper Indications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19
Code 39 Buffering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21
Buffer Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21
Clear Transmission Buffer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21
Transmit Buffer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22
Overfilling Transmission Buffer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22
Attempt to Transmit an Empty Buffer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22
ASCII Character Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23
Default Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-29
Terminal Specific RS-232C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-31
Chapter 3. Parameter Menus
Set Default Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Host Interface Select . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
RS-232 Host. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Fixed Format Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Code Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Code 2 of 5 Lengths . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
RS-232 Host. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
Decode Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
UPC-A Preamble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17
UPC-E Preamble. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18
Intercharacter Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-19
Data Transmission Formats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-21
Prefix/ Suffix Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-22
Transmit Code ID Character . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-24
Transmit AIM ID Character . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-25
Laser On Time-out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-26
Scanstand/ IntelliStand Time-out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-28
Baud Rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-29
Parity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-30
Beep on BEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-31
Hardware Handshaking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-32
Software Handshaking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-33
Stop Bit Select . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-34
ASCII Data Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-35
Power Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-36
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Wand Host . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-38
Code Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-38
Code 2 of 5 Lengths . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-41
Laser On Time-out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-45
Scanstand/ IntelliStand Time-out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-47
Power Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-48
Wand Emulator Bar Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-49
Variable Leading Margin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-50
Convert All to Code 39 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-52
Synapse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-53
Code Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-53
Code 2 of 5 Lengths . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-56
Decode Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-58
UPC-A Preamble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-64
UPC-E Preamble. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-65
Data Transmission Formats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-66
Prefix/ Suffix Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-67
Transmit Code ID Character . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-69
Transmit AIM ID Character . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-70
Laser On Time-out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-71
Scanstand/ IntelliStand Time-out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-73
Power Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-74
Chapter 4. Glossary
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Chapter 1 User’s Guide
The LS 3603 features Symbol Technologies’ patented “fuzzy logic” technology.
This innovation provides artificial intelligence that compensates for poor
quality bar codes and gives the LS 3603 the best first-time read rate anywhere.
This scanner successfully reads most code symbologies, densities, and colors,
produced by a wide range of printing techniques. See the LS 3603 Decode Zone
on page 1-11.
With a simple cable change, the LS 3603 is compatible with:
•
•
RS-232C asynchronous terminals.
Wand based systems and most Batch and RF portable data collection
terminals that support a digital wand input.
•
Synapse™ “Smart Cables” which allow you to connect to:
- IBM 4683/ 4, 4693/ 4 series of terminals.
- All leading OCIA terminals, including NCR, Nixdorf, and ICL.
keyboard wedge, all scanned data is entered into your terminal in the
form of keystrokes. No software changes to your host system are
necessary.)
- Popular OCR terminals, such as Fujitsu and ICL.
The LS 3603 scans automatically at the rate of 36 scans per second. For decode
capability, see Technical Specifications beginning on page 1-17
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Set Up
Unpacking
Remove the scanner from its packing and inspect it for damage. If the scanner
was damaged in transit, call the Symbol Support Center at one of the telephone
numbers listed on page 1-15. KEEP THE PACKING. It is the approved shipping
container and should be used if you ever need to return your equipment for
servicing.
Switching Cables
Different cables are required for different hosts. To change the scanner cable:
•
•
•
•
Slide collar down over cable
Plug in modular connector
Slide collar up into keys
Twist to snap in place
Power Options
Three power options are available:
•
•
•
External power supply
Battery Box
Direct Host Power
Available power options are host dependent.
Connecting Your Scanner
With some terminal types, the LS 3603 is unable to answer host terminal polls
until the appropriate host type is selected. This may result in an error message
generated by the host. To correct this situation, select the proper parameter set
and initialize the host terminal. See Chapter 2 for more information.
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RS-232C
For external power operation with single-piece cable
•
Plug the scanner into the appropriate port on the host device.
•
Connect the power supply to the input receptacle located near the host
end of the cable.*
Typical Host
Connector
Figure 1-1. RS-232C External Power Connection
For direct host power operation:
•
Plug the scanner directly into the scanner input port of the host device.
*Coil cables that terminate in a 25-pin D-type connector have a power receptacle on the side of
the connector assembly.
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RS-232C (Contd)
For battery operation:
•
•
•
Insert a 9-volt battery into the battery box. See the Battery Box
Operation section on page 1-10.
Plug the scanner's 9-pin connector at the end of the coil cord into one
end of the battery box.
An output cable from the battery box connects the LS 3603 to the
RS-232C input device. Connect one end of this cable to the battery box
and the other to the appropriate port on the host device.
Figure 1-2. RS-232C Operation
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Wand Emulation
For external power operation:
•
•
•
•
Plug the 9-pin connector at the end of the scanner's coil cord into one
end of the battery box.
Use the appropriate output cable from the battery box to connect the
LS 3603 to the host device.
Connect one end of this cable to the battery box and the other to the
appropriate port on the host device.
Plug the power supply connector into the receptacle on the side of the
For direct host power operation:
Plug the scanner directly into the scanner input port of the host device.
For battery operation:
•
•
•
Insert a 9-volt battery into the battery box. See the Battery Box
Operation section on page 1-10.
Plug the scanner's 9-pin connector at the end of the coil cord into one end
of the battery box.
An output cable from the battery box connects the LS 3603 to the host
device. Connect one end of this cable to the battery box and the other to
the appropriate port on the host device.
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Wand Emulation (Contd)
Figure 1-3. Wand Emulation
OCIA, OCR, IBM 4683, Keyboard Wedges
See the instructions packed with the appropriate Synapse cable.
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Ready, Test, Scan
1. Ready
Make sure connections are secure.
2. Test
Aim the scanner away from you and press the trigger. When you press
the trigger, the scanning beam is energized for approximately 3.0
seconds (default).
3. Scan
Make sure the symbol you want to scan is within the scanning range. See
the LS 3603 Decode Zone diagram on page 1-11.
Aim and press the trigger.
The scan beam and red SCAN LED will light for about 3.0 seconds, or until a
successful decode.
The scanner has read the symbol when:
•
•
You hear a short, high tone beep (if the beeper is enabled).
The green DECODE LED lights.
The DECODE LED stays lit until the next trigger pull, unless Low Power Mode
is selected. In this case, the DECODE LED is extinguished following the decode
beep.
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Aiming
Scan the Entire Symbol
•
•
•
•
Your scan beam must cross every bar and space on the symbol.
The larger the symbol, the farther away you should hold the scanner.
Hold the scanner closer for symbols with bars that are close together.
A short, high tone beep indicates a good decode.
RIGHT
WRONG
012345
012345
Hold at an Angle
Do not hold the scanner directly over the bar code. In this position, light can
bounce back into the scanner's exit window and prevent a successful decode.
Problems
See What If... on page 1-13.
Beeper Definitions
The beeper in the unit provides a variety of messages. See Beeper Indications
beginning on page 2-19
Programming the System
An LS 3603 is programmed by scanning sequences of bar codes; consult
Chapter 2.
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Hands Free
The LS 3603 can be used as a fixed-mount scanner with the Scanstand Plus or
IntelliStand model stands.
Scanstand Plus Operation
The Scanstand Plus may be used for all host interfaces except wand emulation
with Norand terminals. Place the LS 3603 in the Scanstand Plus with the nose
pointing toward the target bar code, and pull the trigger. The scanner will
operate in a continuous-on mode, decoding any bar code placed over the
target bar code. The LS 3603 reads the target bar code between decode
attempts to prevent accidental double reads.
To enter continuous-on mode, pull the trigger once with the scanner in the
Scanstand Plus.
To exit continuous-on mode, pull the trigger once while the scanner is still in
the Scanstand Plus.
IntelliStand Operation
The IntelliStand can be used in a number of different mounting arrangements.
Place the LS 3603 in the stand, and it automatically turns on in a blinking,
hands-free mode. Any symbol passed over the red scan line will be decoded.
To conserve power, after a short period of time of non-use, the scanner will
operate in a reduced power mode. See the IntelliStand Quick Reference Guide
for full details.
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Battery Box Operation
When using the LS 3603 with a battery box, you can use either an alkaline
battery (recommended), or a nickel-cadmium rechargeable battery. Low
battery power is signaled by four short, high tone beeps, coupled with
scanning interruptions. If this occurs, change or recharge the battery as soon as
possible.
Changing the Battery
•
•
•
To open the battery box, push up on the flanges at one end of the pack.
Remove the old battery.
Insert the new or recharged 9-volt battery into the battery box. Match the
positive (+) and negative (-) terminals on the battery with the
corresponding terminals in the battery box.
Recharging a Nickel-Cadmium Battery
•
Remove the battery from the battery box and place it in the recharging
unit (not supplied by Symbol).
•
To recharge the battery, follow the instructions supplied with the
recharging unit.
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Maintenance
Cleaning the exit window is the only maintenance required.
•
•
•
Do not allow any abrasive material to touch the window.
Remove any dirt particles with a damp cloth.
Wipe the window using a damp cloth, and if necessary, a non-ammonia
based detergent.
•
Do not spray water or other cleaning liquids directly into the window.
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What If...
Nothing happens when you follow the operating
instructions?
You Should
•
•
•
Check the system power; is there a battery in the battery box?
Be sure the scanner is programmed for the terminal in use.
Make sure the scanner is programmed to read the type of bar code you
are scanning.
•
•
•
Check for loose cable connections.
Check the symbol to make sure it is not defaced.
Try scanning test symbols of the same code type.
Symbol is decoded, but not transmitted to the host
terminal?
You Should
•
Be sure the proper host type is selected (See Chapter 2).
•
Make sure the appropriate parameter set (RS-232, Wand, Synapse) is
selected.
Scanned data is incorrectly displayed on the terminal?
You Should
•
•
•
•
Make sure the system is programmed for the correct keyboard type.
Make sure the CAPS LOCK key is off.
Be sure the proper host is selected.
Be sure editing options (e.g. UPC-E to UPC-A Conversion) are properly
programmed.
Note: If after performing these checks the symbol still
does not scan, contact your distributor or call the
Symbol Support Center. See page 1-15 for the
telephone number.
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Factory Service
If you have a problem, contact the Symbol Support Center at the telephone
number on page 1-15.
Before calling, have the model number and several of your bar code symbols
at hand.
Call the Support Center from a phone near the scanning equipment so that the
service person can try to talk you through your problem. If the equipment is
found to be working properly and the problem is symbol readability, Support
will request samples of your bar codes for analysis at our plant.
If your problem cannot be solved over the phone, you may need to return your
equipment for servicing. If that is necessary, you will be given specific
directions.
Note: Sym bol Technologies 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 not kept, contact
Symbol to have another sent to you.
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Symbol Support Center
In the U.S.A., for service information, warranty information or technical
assistance call:
SYMBOL SUPPORT CENTER
1-800-653-5350
If you purchased your Symbol product from a Symbol Business Partner,
contact that Business Partner for service.
Canada
Mississauga, Ontario
Canadian Headquarters
(905) 629-7226
Europe
Wokingham, England
European Headquarters
01734-771-222 (Inside UK)
+44-1734-771222 (Outside UK)
Asia
Singapore
Symbol Technologies Asia, Inc.
337-6588 (Inside Singapore)
+65-337-6588 (Outside Singapore)
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Accessories
Required Accessories
LS 3603 scanners are sent as a package with required accessories, listed in the
Product Ordering Guide. Optional accessories are available at extra cost.
Optional Accessories
Optional accessories, listed in the Product Ordering Guide, include various
stands and holders, which are supplied at extra cost. Additional units of
standard accessories may also be purchased at extra cost.
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Technical Specifictions
Table 1-1. Technical Specifications
DESCRIPTION
4.8 (min) to 14.0 VDC (max)
ITEM
Power Requirements*
Wand
150 mA @ 5V typical
150 mA @ 5V typical
150 mA @ 5V typical
RS-232C
Synapse
Decode Capability
The LS 3603 can be programmed to decode the following
cod e types: UPC/ EAN, Cod e 39, Cod e 39 Full ASCII,
Cod abar, Interleaved 2 of 5, Cod e 128, EAN 128,
Discrete 2 of 5, Code 93, and MSI/ Plessey. Set code length(s)
for any 2 of 5 code type. The LS 3603 can autodiscriminate
between all of the above code types except for Code 39 and
Code 39 Full ASCII. Transmission of decoded information
will depend on the capabilities of the attached terminal.
Beeper Operation
Scan Repetition Rate
Roll (Skew) Tolerance
Pitch
User-selectable: Enabled, Disabled.
36 (± 3) scans/ sec (bidirectional)
± 10° from normal
± 50° from normal
Yaw
± 60° from normal
Decode Depth of Field
Print Contrast Minimum
See Decode Zone
25% absolute dark/ light differential, measured at 675 nm.
Ambient Light Immunity
Artificial Lighting
Sunlight
200 ft. candles
8000 ft. candles
2153 lux
86112 lux
(@8 in. (20 cm) on low density bar
codes)
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Table 1-1. (Continued) Technical Specifications
ITEM
DESCRIPTION
-30° to 50°C
Operating Temperature
Storage Temperature
Humidity
-22° to 122°F
-40° to 140°F
-40° to 60°C
5% to 95% (non-condensing)
Coil Cable Length
Durability
9-12 ft.
274-365 cm (depending on host)
6-ft. drop to concrete 1.8 m
Dimensions
Height
6.3 in.
5 in.
16 cm
Length
12.7 cm
7.1 cm
Width
2.8 in.
Laser Classifications
CDRH Class II
IEC 825 Class 2
*For direct host power connection, make sure the host terminal supplies
sufficient power for the specified operation. Symbol is not responsible for
damage to host equipment or system mis-operation due to an insufficient
power condition.
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Pin-outs
Table 1-2. Pin-outs
PIN
1
RS-232
Wand
Not Used
Synapse
Not Used
4.8-14.0V
Not Used
2
V
BAT
VBAT 4.8-14.0V
Ground
VBAT 4.8-14.0V
Ground
3
Ground
4
Not Used
RTS Output
RxD Input
Not Used
RTS Output
Not Used
5
Not Used
6
ZIF_CLOCK
Not Used
Not Used
7
DTR Output
TxD Output
CTS Input
Not Used
Not Used
8
DBP Output
CTS Input
Not Used
Not Used
Not Used
ZIF_DATA
9
10
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Chapter 2 Programming
Overview
Before programming, follow the instructions beginning on page 1-2
The LS 3603 is programmed by scanning appropriate bar codes. The bar codes
are arranged in RS-232C, Wand and Synapse sections. Not all of the available
parameters necessarily apply to your specific host systems. If, for example, the
selected host is a wand emulator, and you enable Baud Rate, the parameter
will be ignored until such time as a host recognizing that parameter is selected.
example, if you are in the Wand mode, you can still program Synapse and
parameters remain unchanged. That means you can switch back and forth
between RS-232C, Wand and Synapse modes without having to re-program
the scanner.
Consult the Parameter Descriptions section beginning on page 2-3 for
explanations of parameter types. A table of features supported by each host
type begins on page 2-17.
There are separate defaults for each mode, and one for All Defaults. If the
default values suit your requirements, all you need to do is scan the
appropriate Set Default bar code. Parameters other than default values can
be set by scanning sequences of bar codes. Parameter Menus contain all the
bar codes necessary to program the scanner for each parameter selection.
Regardless of whether or not you change defaults, if you select RS-232C or Wand
mode, you must then select a host type. If you are using a Synapse Smart Cable,
the host type will automatically be selected for you when you plug in the
cable.
Remember to look at the top of the page to see whether the bar codes apply to
RS-232C, Wand or Synapse parameters.
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Scanning Sequence Examples
In most cases you need only scan one bar code to set a specific parameter.
For example, if you want to add Code 39 to the Wand parameters, simply
scan the Add Code 39 bar code in the Wand Code Types section. The LS 3603
will issue a warble tone, signifying a successful parameter entry.
If you want to add or change prefixes and suffixes you will have to scan several
bar codes. This procedure is described in Parameter Descriptions.
Errors While Scanning
Don't worry if you make an error during a scanning sequence. Merely reenter
the correct parameter.
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Set Default Parameter
Host Interface Code
Code Types
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2-5
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2-13
2-15
2-15
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2-15
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Parity
Code Lengths
Code 39 Full ASCI
Decode Options
UPC-E/ UPC-A Check Digit
Convert UPC-E to UPC-A
EAN Zero Extend
2-5
2-5
2-5
ASCII Data Format
Transmit No Decode Message 2-5
UPC/ EAN Supplemental
Code 39 Check Digit
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2-6
2-6
2-6
ITF-14/ EAN-13 Conversion
MSI/ Plessey Check Digit
MSI/ Plessey Check Digit Alg. 2-6
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2-16
2-16
Buffer Code 39
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2-7
2-7
2-7
2-8
Beep After Good Decode
CLSI Editing
NOTIS Editing
UPC/ EAN Security Level
Codabar Decode Redundancy 2-8
UPC-E/ UPC-A Preamble
Data Transmission Formats
Prefix/ Suffix Values
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2-9
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Laser On Time-out
For a listing of corresponding bar codes, see page 3-1.
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Parameter Descriptions
• Set Parameter Defaults
Scanning the SET ALL DEFAULTS bar code on page 3-3 returns all parameters
to the values listed in the Default Table. (See page 2-29.)
• Host Interface Code
Scan the bar code corresponding to your host type. You must select a host type
when you first set up the scanner and whenever you change host types.
• Code Types
The bar code menu selections enable the scanner to decode any or all of the
following symbologies.
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•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
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UPC Versions A and E (EAN 8 and 13)
Codabar
Code 39
Code 39 Full ASCII
Discrete 2 of 5
Interleaved 2 of 5
Code 128
MSI Plessey
EAN 128
Code 93
The scanner w ill autod iscrim inate betw een all of the above symbologies,
except for Cod e 39 and Cod e 39 Fu ll ASCII.
• Code Lengths
Select one or two lengths for the Interleaved or Discrete 2 of 5 codes. Determine
the number of characters represented in the Discrete 2 of 5 or Interleaved 2 of
5 bar codes by counting the number of printed (i.e., human readable) digits
beneath the bar code. Set one or both lengths, one per scanning sequence. For
D 2 of 5, LENGTH 1 may range from 02-55 and LENGTH 2 from 00-55. For
I 2 of 5, LENGTH 1 may range from 02-54 and LENGTH 2 from 00-54.
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• Code 39 Full ASCII
The ASCII character set assigns a code to letters, punctuation marks, numerals,
and most control keystrokes on the keyboard.
The first 32 codes are non-printable and are assigned to keyboard control
characters such as BACKSPACE and RETURN. The other 96 are called
printable codes because all but SPACE and DELETE produce visible
characters. See the tables beginning on page 2-23
Code 39 Full ASCII interprets the bar code control character ($ + % / )
preceding a Code 39 symbol and assigns an ASCII character value. For
example, when Code 39 Full ASCII is enabled and a +B is scanned, it will
be interpreted as b, %J as ?, and $H emulates the keystroke BACKSPACE.
Scanning ABC$M will output the keystroke equivalent of ABC ENTER.
The LS 3603 will not autodiscriminate between Code 39 and Code 39 Full
ASCII.
• Decode Options
Transmit UPC-E/UPC-A Check Digit
Select if decoded UPC symbols are transmitted with or without a check digit.
Convert UPC-E to UPC-A
Use this parameter to convert UPC-E (zero suppressed) decoded data to
UPC-A format before transmission. After conversion, data will follow UPC
format and be affected by UPC-A programming selections (e.g., Preamble,
Check Digit).
EAN Zero Extend
This parameter adds five leading zeros to decoded EAN-8 symbols to make
them compatible in format to EAN-13 symbols.
Transmit “No Decode” Message
This feature gives you the option to transmit “NR” when a symbol does not
decode. Prefixes and suffixes enabled will be appended around this message.
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• Decode Options (Continued)
Decode UPC/EAN Supplemental
Select whether UPC/ EAN is decoded with or without supplemental
characters. Supplementals are additionally appended characters (2 or 5)
according to specific code format conventions (e.g., UPC A+2, UPC E+2, EAN
8+2). If UPC/ EAN with supplemental characters is selected, UPC/ EAN
symbols without supplemental characters won't be decoded. If UPC/ EAN
without supplemental characters is selected and the scanner is presented with
a UPC/ EAN plus supplemental symbol, the UPC/ EAN will be decoded and
the supplemental characters ignored. If autodiscrimination is chosen, the
LS 3603 will, after additional processing to ensure a good decode, transmit
either. (NOTE: In order to minimize the risk of invalid data transmission, it
is recommended that you select whether to read or ignore supplemental
characters.)
Code 39 Check Digit
When enabled, this parameter checks the integrity of a Code 39 symbol to
ensure it complies with the modulo 43 check digit algorithm.
ITF-14/EAN-13 Conversion
If your terminal supports EAN-13, this feature converts a 14 character I 2 of 5
code into EAN-13, and transmits to the host as EAN-13. In order to accomplish
this, the I 2 of 5 code must be enabled, one length (either LENGTH 1 or
LENGTH 2) must be set to 14, the code must have a leading zero and a valid
EAN-13 check digit.
MSI Plessey Check Digit
One or two digits at the end of the bar code that check the integrity of the data.
At least one check digit (default) is always required. Check digits are not
transmitted with the data.
MSI/Plessey 2 Check Digit Algorithm
When the two MSI/ Plessey check digits option is selected, an additional
verification is required to ensure integrity. Either of two algorithms may be
selected; Mod10 - Mod10 (default), or Mod11 - Mod10.
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• Decode Options (Continued)
Code 39 Buffering (Scan & Store)
When you select the scan and store option, all Code 39 symbols having a
leading space as a first character are temporarily buffered in the unit to be
transmitted later. The leading space is not buffered.
Decode of a valid Code 39 symbol with no leading space causes transmission
in sequence of all buffered data in a first-in first-out format, plus transmission
of the “triggering” symbol. See page 2-21 for further details.
When the scan and transmit option is selected, decoded Code 39 symbols
without leading spaces are transmitted without being stored in the buffer.
Scan and Store affects Code 39 decodes only. If you select scan and store, it is
only.
Beep After Good Decode
Determine if the unit beeper will sound during normal scanning. Usually it is
desirable to operate the unit with the beeper enabled. In all cases, the beeper
operates during parameter menu scanning and indicates error conditions.
Beeper indications begin on page 2-19.
CLSI Editing
This parameter strips the start and stop characters, then inserts a space after the
1st, 5th, and 10th characters of a 14-character Codabar symbol. Symbol length
does not include start and stop characters.
NOTIS Editing
This option strips the start and stop characters from decoded Codabar
symbols.
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• Decode Options (Continued)
UPC/EAN Security Level
The LS 3603 offers four levels of decode security for UPC/ EAN bar codes.
Increasing levels of security are provided for decreasing levels of bar code
quality. There is an inverse relationship between security and scanner
aggressiveness, so be sure to choose only that level of security necessary for
any given application.
•
Security Level 0 - This is the default setting which allows the scanner to
operate in its most aggressive state, while providing sufficient security
in decoding “in spec” UPC/ EAN bar codes.
•
Security Level 1 - As bar code quality levels diminish, certain characters
become prone to mis-decodes before others (i.e., 1, 2, 7, 8). If you are
experiencing mis-decodes of poorly printed bar codes, and the mis-
decodes are limited to these characters, select this security level.
•
•
Security Level 2 - If you are experiencing mis-decodes of poorly printed
bar codes, and the mis-decodes are not limited to characters 1, 2, 7 and 8,
select this security level.
Security Level 3 - If you have tried Security Level 2, and are still
experiencing mis-decodes, select this security level. Be advised, selecting
this option is an extreme measure against mis-decoding severely out of
spec bar codes. Selection of this level will significantly impair the
decoding aggressiveness of the scanner.
Decode Redundancy for Codabar
When enabled, a Codabar symbol must be decoded in both directions before
being accepted as a successful decode.
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• UPC A and E Preamble
Three options are given for the lead-in characters of decoded UPC-A or
UPC-E symbols transmitted to the host device. Select one preamble for UPC-A
decodes and one for UPC-E decodes. These lead-in characters are considered
part of the symbol itself. The three options are:
•
•
•
a system character only
the country code and system character
no preamble
The system character is the digit printed to the extreme left of a UPC symbol.
The country code for UPC is always zero, and it cannot be transmitted without
the system character.
• Data Transmission Formats
Select the desired scan data format from one of the following:
<data>
<PREFIX> <data>
<PREFIX> <data> <SUFFIX>
<data> <SUFFIX>
<data> = Scanned bar code data
<PREFIX> <SUFFIX> as selected by the user
• Prefix/Suffix Values
A prefix/ suffix may be appended to scan data for use in data editing. These
values are set by scanning a four digit number (i.e., four bar codes) that
correspond to keycodes for various terminals. An ASCII table begins on
page 2-23.
• Laser On Time-out
The maximum time the laser will remain on or decode processing will continue
during a trigger pull. Programmable in .5 sec increments from 0.5 to 5.0 sec.
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•RS-232C Options
Baud Rate
Baud rate is the number of bits of data transmitted per second. The scanner's
baud rate setting must match the data rate setting of the host device. If not, data
will not reach the host device or may reach it in distorted form.
Parity
A parity check bit is the most significant bit of each ASCII coded character. If
you select ODD parity, the parity bit will have a value 0 or 1, based on data, to
ensure that an odd number of 1 bits are contained in the coded character.
If you select EVEN parity, the parity bit will have a value 0 or 1, to ensure that
an even number of 1 bits are contained in the coded character. Select MARK
parity and the parity bit will always be 1. Select SPACE parity and the parity
bit will always be 0. Select the parity type according to host device
requirements.
Beep on BEL
When this parameter is enabled, the scanner will issue a beep when a <BEL>
character is detected on the RS-232C serial line. <BEL> is issued to gain a user ’s
attention to indicate an illegal entry or other important event. When the
scanner is configured for low power operation, it will not respond to BEL
characters in between decode attempts.
Hardware Handshaking
Hardware handshaking checks the readiness of the receiving device before
data is transmitted. If the receiving device is periodically occupied with other
tasks, hardware handshaking is needed to prevent loss of transmitted data.
Hardware handshaking may not be used in conjunction with software hand-
shaking. Refer to the flow chart on the following page.
RS-232C communications are designed to operate either with or without
hardware handshaking lines, RTS, Request to Send, and CTS, Clear to Send.
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RS-232C Options (Continued)
Hardware Handshaking
If RTS/ CTS handshaking is selected, scan data is transmitted with the
following sequence: (Note that the DTR signal is hard wired active.)
•
The scanner reads the CTS line for activity. If CTS is asserted, the scanner
will wait up to two seconds for the host to negate the CTS line. If, after
one second the CTS line is still asserted, the scanner will sound a transmit
error and any scanned data will be lost.
•
When the CTS line is negated, the scanner asserts the RTS line and waits
for two seconds for the host to assert CTS. When the host asserts CTS,
data is transmitted.
•
•
When data transmission is complete, the scanner will negate RTS after
sending the last character.
The host should respond by negating CTS. The scanner will check for a
negated CTS upon the next transmission of data.
During the transmission of data, the CTS line should be asserted.
•
If the above communications sequence should fail, the scanner will issue
a transmit error. In this case, the data is lost and must be rescanned.
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RS-232C Options (Continued)
Figure 2-1. Hardware Handshaking
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RS-232C Options (Continued)
Software Handshaking
This parameter controls the data transmission process. It may be used instead
of, but not in conjunction with, hardware handshaking.
The scanner provides five software handshaking options, listed below. Refer to
the flow chart on the following page.
1. None
2. ACK/ NAK Only
The ACK/ NAK option checks the result of a transmission. The scanner
expects one of the following host responses after a data transmission:
<ACK> - Acknowledges a valid and successful transmission.
<NAK> - Indicates a problem with the transmission.
Whenever a <NAK> is received, the unit retransmits the same data and
awaits an ACK/ NAK response. After three unsuccessful attempts to
transmit the same data, the scanner aborts any further communication
attempts on that message. Transmission error is indicated by the unit
sounding 4 short beeps.
3. ENQ ONLY
The ENQ option needs the host to request data before it is transmitted to
the host. This ensures that data transmission occurs only when the host is
ready to receive.
When you select the ENQ option, the scanner waits for an ENQ, Enquire
character, from the host before it transmits data; otherwise the unit
transmits data without waiting for an ENQ character from the host. With
ENQ enabled, the scanner must receive an ENQ from the host within a 2
second period after the last activity or 4 short beeps are sounded to indicate
a transmission error; the unit is now ready to scan again.
4. ACK/ NAK with ENQ
This combines both handshaking options.
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RS-232C Options (Continued)
Software Handshaking
5. XON/ XOFF
When enabled, the scanner assumes an XON for the first transmission, and
transmits scanned data until an XOFF is received. Transmission continues
when an XON character is received. This option is automatically disabled
when the unit is in Low Power mode.
Figure 2-2. Software Handshaking
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RS-232C Options (Continued)
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 (one or two)
selected depends on the number the receiving terminal is programmed to
accommodate. Set the number of stop bits to match host device requirements.
ASCII Format
When enabled, this parameter transmits data in an 8-bit ASCII format. This
allows the scanner to interface with devices requiring that protocol. The
default is 7-bit ASCII.
• Intercharacter Delay
Select the intercharacter delay option matching host device requirements. The
intercharacter delay gives the host system time to service its receiver and
perform other tasks between characters. Select from no delay to a 99 msec
delay between the transmission of each character.
• Transmit Code ID Character
A code ID character identifies the code type of a scanned bar code. This may
be useful when the scanner is decoding more than one code type. If a prefix
is selected, the code ID character is sent after the prefix. Code ID characters
are: A = UPC -A, UPC -E, EAN -13, or EAN -8; B = Code 39; C = Codabar;
D = Code 128; E = Code 93; F = Interleaved 2 of 5; G = Discrete 2 of 5;
K = EAN 128; J = MSI Plessey.
• Transmit AIM ID Character
Enabling this parameter, with the Transmit Code ID Character parameter
enabled allows you to send the AIM code identifier in lieu of the Symbol
identifiers listed above. The identifier will be sent as a three character prefix, in
accordance with AIM specifications for symbology identifiers. See AIM’s
Guidelines on Symbology Identifiers for full details.
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• Power Mode
This parameter determines whether or not power remains on after a decode
attempt. When in low power mode, the scanner powers down after each
decode attempt. When in continuous power mode, power remains on after
each decode attempt. To ensure the integrity and proper operation of this
product, it is recommended that the low power mode be set for RS-232C and
Wand modes, and continuous power mode for Synapse mode.
• Scanstand/IntelliStand Time-out
Scanstand/ IntelliStand operation can be programmed to shut down if no bar
code is detected within the specified time. Duration is programmable in 15
minute increments from 15 minutes to 90 minutes.
•Wand Emulator Options
Wand Emulator Bar Output
The polarity of the wand emulator output is set automatically when the
Wand Host type is selected. This parameter can be used to change the default
polarity setting to match the type of signal (bar = logic high, or bar = logic
low) expected by the receiving system
Variable Leading Margin
This parameter allows the selection of a variable leading margin, ranging from
80 msec to 200 msec, in 10 msec increments.
Convert All to Code 39
This parameter converts the output of all data to Code 39 format. Any coded
character not in the Code 39 character set is replaced by a Code 39 blank.
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Supported Features By Host Type
Table 2-1. Supported Features by Host Type
DECODE PARAMETERS
Add Codes to be Decoded
ASCII Format
RS-232C
Wand
Synapse
X
X
X
X
Bar High/ Bar Low
Baud Rate
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Beep After Good Decode
Beep on BEL
X
Code 39 Buffering
X
X
Code 39 Check Digit
Convert All to Code 39
Convert UPC-E to A
D 2 of 5 Lengths
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Data Transmission Formats
Decode Redundancy for Codabar
EAN Zero Extend
Hardware Handshaking
Host Interface Select
Intercharacter Delay
I 2 of 5 Lengths
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
ITF-14/ EAN-13 Conversion
Laser On Time-out
MSI Plessey 2 Check Digit Alg.
Number of Stop Bits
Parity
X
X
Prefix/ Suffix
X
X
Power Mode
X
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Table 2-1. (Continued) Supported Features by Host Type
DECODE PARAMETERS
Scanstand/ Intellistand
RS-232C
Wand
Synapse
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Software Handshaking
Transmit AIM ID Character
Transmit Code ID Character
Transmit MSI Check Digit
Transmit No Decode Message
Transmit UPC-A Check Digit
Transmit UPC-E Check Digit
UPC/ EAN Security Level
UPC/ EAN Supplemental
UPC-E/ UPC-A Preamble
Wand Bar Output
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Wand Leading Margin
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Beeper Indications
Table 2-2. Beeper Indications
Standard Use
Beeper Sequence
Indication
1 Beep - short high tone
A bar code symbol was decoded (if decode beeper
is enabled).
4 Beeps - short high tone
4 Beeps - long low tone
Low battery power.
A format or transmission error has been detected in
a scanned symbol. The data is ignored. This will
occur if a unit is not properly configured. Check
option settings.
Parameter Menu Scanning
1 Beep - short high tone
Correct entry scanned or correct menu sequence
performed.
1 Beep - lo/hi tone
Input error, incorrect bar code or “Cancel”
scanned, wrong entry, incorrect bar code
programming sequence; remain in program mode.
1 Beep - hi/lo tone
Keyboard parameter selected. Enter value using
bar code keypad.
1 Beep - hi/lo/hi/lo tone
Successful program exit with change in the
parameter setting.
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Table 2-2. (Continued) Beeper Indications
Code 39 Buffering
Beeper Sequence
1 Beep - hi/lo tone
Indication
New Code 39 data was entered into the buffer.
Code 39 buffer is full.
3 Beeps - long high tone
1 Beep - lo/hi/lo tone
The buffer was erased, or there was an attempt to
transmit an empty buffer. When the Code 39 buffer
was empty, the scanner read a command to clear or
to transmit a Code 39 buffer.
2 Beeps - long high tone
1Beep - lo/hi tone
Error in data transmission.
A successful transmission of buffered data.
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Code 39 Buffering
While there is data in the transmission buffer, deleting Code 39 buffering
capability via the parameter menu is not allowed. The buffer will hold 250
bytes of information.
To allow disabling of Code 39 buffering, first force the buffer transmission (see
Transmit Buffer) or clear the buffer.
Buffer Data
To buffer data, Code 39 buffering must be enabled, and a symbol must be read
with a space immediately following the start pattern.
• Unless symbol overflows the transmission buffer, unit gives hi/lo beep to indicate
successful decode and buffering. See Overfilling Transmission Buffer.
• Unit adds the message, excluding the leading space to the transmission buffer.
• No transmission will occur.
Clear Transmission Buffer
To clear the transmission buffer, read a symbol which contains only a start
character, a dash (minus), and a stop character.
• Unit issues a short hi/lo/hi beep to signal that the transmission buffer has been erased,
and no transmission has occurred.
• Unit erases the transmission buffer.
• No transmission will occur.
CLEAR BUFFER
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Transmit Buffer
To transmit the buffer, read a symbol containing either the first or second
condition:
1. Only a start character, a plus (+), and a stop character.
• The unit signals that the transmission buffer has been sent (a hi/lo beep).
• Unit sends the buffer.
• Unit clears the buffer.
TRANSMIT BUFFER
2. A Code 39 bar code with leading character other than a space.
• The unit signals a good decode and buffering of that decode has occurred by giving
a hi/lo beep.
• Unit transmits the buffer.
• Unit signals that the buffer has been transmitted with a lo/hi beep.
Overfilling Transmission Buffer
If the symbol just read will result in an overflow of the transmission buffer:
• Unit indicates that the symbol has been rejected by issuing three long, high beeps.
• No transmission will occur. Data in 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.
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ASCII Character Set
Table 2-3. ASCII Character Set
ASCII
Value
Full ASCII
Code 39
Encode Char.
Keystroke
ASCII
Value
Full ASCII
Code 39
Encode Char
Keystroke
1000
1001
1002
1003
1004
1005
1006
1007
1008
1009
1010
1011
1012
1013
1014
1015
1016
1017
1018
1019
1020
1021
1022
1023
%U
$A
$B
$C
$D
$E
$F
CTRL 2
CTRL A
CTRL B
CTRL C
CTRL D
CTRL E
CTRL F
CTRL G
CTRL H
CTRL I
1024
1025
1026
1027
1028
1029
1030
1031
1032
1033
1034
1035
1036
1037
1038
1039
1040
1041
1042
1043
1044
1045
1046
1047
$X
$Y
$Z
CTRL X
CTRL Y
CTRL Z
%A
%B
%C
%D
%E
Space
/ A
/ B
/ C
/ D
/ E
/ F
/ G
/ H
/ I
CTRL [
CTRL \
CTRL ]
CTRL 6
$G
$H
$I
CTRL -
Space
!
‘
$J
CTRL J
CTRL K
CTRL L
CTRL M
CTRL N
CTRL O
CTRL P
CTRL Q
CTRL R
CTRL S
CTRL T
CTRL U
CTRL V
CTRL W
$K
$L
$M
$N
$O
$P
#
$
%
&
‘
(
$Q
$R
$S
)
/ J
*
+
,
/ K
/ L
-
$T
$U
$V
$W
-
.
.
/
/
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Table 2-3. (Continued) ASCII Character Set
ASCII
Value
Full ASCII
Code 39
Encode Char.
Keystroke
ASCII
Value
Full ASCII
Code 39
Encode Char
Keystroke
1048
1049
1050
1051
1052
1053
1054
1055
1056
1057
1058
1059
1060
1061
1062
1063
1064
1065
1066
1067
1068
1069
1070
1071
1072
0
1
0
1
1073
1074
1075
1076
1077
1078
1079
1080
1081
1082
1083
1084
1085
1086
1087
1088
1089
1090
1091
1092
1093
1094
1095
1096
1097
I
J
I
J
2
2
K
K
L
M
N
O
P
Q
R
S
T
U
V
W
X
Y
Z
[
3
3
L
4
4
M
N
5
5
6
6
O
7
7
P
8
8
Q
9
9
R
/ Z
%F
%G
%H
%I
%J
%V
A
:
S
;
T
<
=
>
?
U
V
W
X
@
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
Y
Z
B
%K
%L
%M
%N
%O
%W
+A
C
\
D
]
E
^
F
_
G
‘
H
a
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Table 2-3. (Continued) ASCII Character Set
ASCII
Value
Full ASCII
Code 39
Encode Char.
Keystroke
ASCII
Value
Full ASCII
Code 39
Encode Char
Keystroke
1098
1099
1100
1101
1102
1103
1104
1105
1106
1107
1108
1109
1110
1111
1112
+B
+C
+D
+E
+F
+G
+H
+I
b
c
d
e
f
1113
1114
1115
1116
1117
1118
1119
1120
1121
1122
1123
1124
1125
1126
1127
+Q
+R
+S
q
r
s
+T
t
+U
+V
+W
+X
+Y
+Z
u
g
h
i
v
w
x
+J
j
y
+K
+L
+M
+N
+O
+P
k
l
z
%P
%Q
%R
%S
{
m
n
o
p
|
}
~
Undefined
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Table 2-3. (Continued) ASCII Character Set
ALT Keys
2064
Keystroke
ALT 2
ALT A
ALT B
ALT C
ALT D
ALT E
ALT F
ALT G
ALT H
ALT I
ALT Keys
2075
Keystroke
ALT K
ALT L
ALT M
ALT N
ALT O
ALT P
ALT Q
ALT R
ALT S
ALT T
ALT U
ALT Keys
2086
Keystroke
ALT V
ALT W
ALT X
ALT Y
ALT Z
ALT [
2065
2076
2087
2066
2077
2088
2067
2078
2089
2068
2079
2090
2069
2080
2091
2070
2081
2092
ALT \
2071
2082
2093
ALT ]
2072
2083
2094
ALT 6
ALT -
2073
2084
2095
2074
ALT J
2085
Misc. Key
3001
Keystroke
PA 1
Misc. Key
3009
Keystroke
Misc. Key
3017
Keystroke
CMD 7
°
3002
PA 2
3010
CMD 8
3018
1/ 2
3003
CMD 1
CMD 2
CMD 3
CMD 4
CMD 5
CMD 6
3011
CMD 9
3019
¶
3004
3012
CMD 10
3020
§
|
3005
3013
¥
£
¤
¬
3021
3006
3014
3022
0/ 00
3007
3015
3008
3016
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Table 2-3. (Continued) ASCII Character Set
PF Keys
4001
4002
4003
4004
4005
4006
4007
4008
Keystroke
PF 1
PF Keys
4009
4010
4011
Keystroke
PF 9
PF Keys
4017
4018
4019
4020
4021
4022
4023
4024
Keystroke
PF 17
PF 18
PF 2
PF 10
PF 11
PF 3
PF 19
PF 4
4012
4013
4014
4015
4016
PF 12
PF 13
PF 14
PF 15
PF 16
PF 20
PF 5
PF 21
PF 6
PF 22
PF 7
PF 23
PF 8
PF 24
F Keys
5001
5002
5003
5004
5005
5006
5007
5008
5009
5010
5011
5012
5013
Keystroke
F 1
F Keys
5014
5015
5016
5017
5018
5019
5020
5021
5022
5023
5024
5025
5026
Keystroke
F 14
F Keys
5027
5028
5029
5030
5031
5032
5033
5034
5035
5036
5037
5038
5039
Keystroke
F 27
F 2
F 15
F 28
F 3
F 16
F 29
F 4
F 17
F 30
F 5
F 18
F 31
F 6
F 19
F 32
F 7
F 20
F 33
F 8
F 21
F 34
F 9
F 22
F 35
F 10
F 11
F 12
F 13
F 23
F 36
F 24
F 37
F 25
F 38
F 26
F 39
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Table 2-3. (Continued) ASCII Character Set
Numeric
Keypad
Keystroke
Numeric
Keypad
Keystroke
Numeric
Keypad
Keystroke
6042
6043
6044
6045
6046
6047
6048
*
6049
6050
6051
6062
6063
6064
6065
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
6056
6057
6058
6059
6060
8
+
9
Enter
Undefined
-
.
Num Lock
00
/
0
Extended
Keypad
Keystroke
Extended
Keypad
Keystroke
Extended
Keypad
Keystroke
7001
7002
7003
7004
7005
7006
7007
Break
Delete
Pg Up
7008
7009
7010
7011
7012
7013
7014
Backspace
Tab
7015
7016
7017
7018
7019
Up Arrow
Dn Arrow
Left Arrow
Right Arrow
Back Tab
Print Screen
Insert
End
Pg Dn
Home
Pause
Enter
Scroll Lock
Escape
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Default Table
Table 2-4. Default Table
Parameter
Host Interface
Default
RS-232C
All
Code Types
Code Length
I 2 of 5
14
12
D 2 of 5
Decode Options
Transmit UPC-A Check Digit
Transmit UPC-E Check Digit
Convert UPC-E to UPC-A
EAN Zero Extend
Enabled
Enabled
Disabled
Disabled
Transmit No Decode Message
Decode UPC/EAN Supplemental
ITF-14/EAN-13 Conversion
Transmit Code 39 Check Digit
MSI Plessey Check Digit
MSI Plessey 2 Check Digit Algorithm
Buffer Code 39
Disabled
Disabled
Disabled
Disabled
One
Mod 10 - Mod 10
Disabled
Enabled
Disabled
Disabled
0
Beep After Good Decode
CLSI Editing
NOTIS Editing
UPC/EAN Security Level
Codabar Decode Redundancy
Disabled
UPC-A Preamble
UPC-E Preamble
System Character
System Character
Data Transmission Format
RS-232C
Wand
Suffix Only
N/ A
Synapse
Data As Is
Prefix/Suffix Values
7013 (<Enter> for wedges,
<CR/ LF> for serial devices)
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Parameter Default
Laser On Time-out
3 Sec
Power Mode
Low Power (Continuous for Synapse only)
60 minutes
Scanstand/Intellistand Time-out
RS-232C Options
Baud Rate
9600
Parity
Even
Beep on BEL
Disabled
Hardware Handshaking
Software Handshaking
Stop Bit Select
None
None
Two
ASCII Data Format
Terminal Specific Defaults
7 Bit
Standard RS-232C Defaults
Intercharacter Delay
0
Transmit Code ID Character
Transmit AIM ID Character
Wand Emulator Bar Output
Variable Leading Margin
Convert All to Code 39
Disabled
Disabled
Bar High
80 msec.
Disabled
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Terminal Specific RS-232C
Three RS-232C hosts are set up with their own fixed format options. Selecting
the ICL, Fujitsu or Nixdorf RS-232C terminal will set the defaults listed below.
Table 2-5. Terminal Specific Defaults
Parameter
Standard
ICL
FUJITSU
Yes
Data/ Suffix Data/ Suffix Data/ Suffix
NIXDORF
Transmit Code ID
Data Transmission Format
Suffix
No
Yes
Yes
Data as is
CR/ LF (7013)
9600
CR (1013)
9600
Even
None
None
One
CR (1013)
9600
CR (1013)
9600
Odd
Baud Rate
Parity
Even
None
None
Two
None
None
None
One
Hardware Handshaking
Software Handshaking
Stop Bit Select
None
None
One
ASCII Format
7-Bit
8-Bit
Disabled
High
“A”
8-Bit
8-Bit
Disabled
Low
Beep On <BEL>
Disabled
Low
Disabled
Low
RTS Line State
RS-232C UPC-A Code ID
RS-232C UPC-E Code ID
RS-232C EAN-8 Code ID
RS-232C EAN-13 Code ID
RS-232C Code 39 Code ID
RS-232C Codabar Code ID
RS-232C Code 128 Code ID
RS-232C I 2 of 5 Code ID
“A”
“A”
“A”
“A”
“E”
“E”
“C0”
“B”
“A”
“FF”
“F”
“FF”
“A”
“F”
“A”
“B”
“C”
None
None
None
None
None
“M”
“C”
“N”
“N”
“D”
None
“I”
“K”
“F”
“I”
RS-232C MSI/Plessey Code ID “J”
None
“O”
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Set Default Parameter
page 3-3
page 3-4
Host Interface Select
RS-232C Parameters
Fixed Format Options
Code Types
page 3-5
page 3-6
Code 2 of 5 Lengths
Decode Options
page 3-9
page 3-11
page 3-17
page 3-18
page 3-19
page 3-21
page 3-22
page 3-24
page 3-25
page 3-26
page 3-28
page 3-29
page 3-30
page 3-31
page 3-32
page 3-33
page 3-34
page 3-35
page 3-36
UPC-A Preamble
UPC-E Preamble
Intercharacter Delay
Data Transmission Formats
Prefix/ Suffix Values
Transmit Code ID Character
Transmit AIM ID Character
Laser On Time-out
Scanstand/ IntelliStand Time-out
Baud Rate
Parity
Beep on BEL
Hardware Handshaking
Software Handshaking
Stop Bit Select
ASCII Format
Power Mode
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Wand Host Parameters
Wand Host Interface
Code Types
page 3-37
page 3-38
page 3-41
page 3-43
page 3-45
page 3-47
page 3-48
page 3-49
page 3-50
page 3-52
Code 2 of 5 Lengths
Decode Options
Laser On Time-out
Scanstand/ IntelliStand Time-out
Power Mode
Wand Emulator Bar Output
Variable Leading Margin
Convert All To Code 39
Synapse Parameters
Code Types
page 3-53
page 3-56
page 3-58
page 3-64
page 3-65
page 3-66
page 3-67
page 3-69
page 3-70
page 3-71
page 3-73
page 3-74
Code 2 of 5 Lengths
Decode Options
UPC-A Preamble
UPC-E Preamble
Data Transmission Formats
Prefix/ Suffix Values
Transmit Code ID Character
Transmit AIM ID Character
Laser On Time-out
Scanstand/ IntelliStand Time-out
Power Mode
For an explanation of these parameters, see page 2-3.
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Set Default Parameters
Refer to the Default Table on page 2-29
To set defaults for any or all host types, scan the appropriate bar code below.
Then select a specific host interface on the next page.
SET RS-232C DEFAULTS
SET WAND DEFAULTS
SET SYNAPSE DEFAULTS
SET ALL DEFAULTS
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RS-232 Host
Code Type
ADD EAN-8
ADD EAN-13
ADD I 2 OF 5
ADD D 2 OF 5
DELETE EAN-8
DELETE EAN-13
DELETE I 2 OF 5
DELETE D 2 OF 5
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Code Type
ADD CODE 128
DELETE CODE 128
DELETE MSI/Plessey
DELETE CODE
ADD MSI/Plessey
ADD CODE 93
ADD EAN 128
DELETE EAN 128
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RS-232 Host
Code 2 of 5 Lengths
To set the lengths for each code type:
1. Scan the desired option.
2. Scan two bar codes on page 3-10 for each desired length. For example, for
a length of “12”, scan “1” then “2”. For a length of “3”, scan “0”, then “3”.
You must always scan two bar codes for each length.
3. If you make an error, or wish to change your selection, scan CANCEL.
D 2 of 5 LENGTH 1
(RANGE 02-55)
D 2 of 5 LENGTH 2
(RANGE 00-55)
I 2 of 5 LENGTH 2
(RANGE 00-54)
I 2 of 5 LENGTH 1
(RANGE 02-54)
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RS-232 Host
Decode Options
DECODE UPC/EAN
WITH SUPPLEMENTALS
IGNORE UPC/EAN
WITH SUPPLEMENTALS
AUTODISCRIMINATE UPC/EAN
WITH SUPPLEMENTALS
ENABLE EAN ZERO EXTEND
DISABLE EAN ZERO EXTEND
TRANSMIT “NO DECODE”
MESSAGE
DO NOT TRANSMIT
“NO DECODE” MESSAGE
3-12
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RS-232 Host
Decode Options
ENABLE CLSI EDITING
DISABLE CLSI EDITING
ENABLE NOTIS EDITING
DISABLE NOTIS EDITING
DISABLE CODE 39
FULL ASCII
ENABLE CODE 39
FULL ASCII
VERIFTY CODE 39
CHECK DIGIT
DO NOT VERIFY CODE 39
CHECK DIGIT
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Decode Options
ITF-14/EAN-13 CONVERSION
DISABLED
ITF-14/EAN-13 CONVERSION
ENABLED
DO NOT
BEEP AFTER GOOD DECODE
BEEP AFTER GOOD DECODE
DO NOT
BUFFER CODE 39
BUFFER CODE 39
3-14
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RS-232 Host
Decode Options
UPC/EAN SECURITY LEVEL 0
UPC/EAN SECURITY LEVEL 1
UPC/EAN SECURITY LEVEL 2
UPC/EAN SECURITY LEVEL 3
3-15
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Decode Options
ENABLE 2 MSI/Plessey
CHECK DIGITS
ENABLE 1 MSI/Plessey
CHECK DIGIT
MSI 2 CHECK DIGITS
MOD 10 - MOD 10
MSI 2 CHECK DIGITS
MOD 11 - MOD 10
ENABLE CODABAR
DISABLE CODABAR
DECODE REDUNDANCY
DECODE REDUNDANCY
3-16
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RS-232 Host
Intercharacter Delay
To set a host communications intercharacter delay:
1. Scan the INTERCHARACTER DELAY bar code below.
2. Scan two bar codes on the next page which represent the desired delay
(from 00 to 99 msec). You must always scan two bar codes.
3. If you make an error, or wish to change your selection, scan CANCEL
INTERCHARACTER DELAY
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Intercharacter Delay
0
1
2
4
6
8
3
5
7
9
CANCEL
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Prefix/Suffix Values
To set a PREFIX/SUFFIX value:
1. Scan the option bar code you wish to set.
2. Scan four bar codes on the next page which correspond to the ASCII value
or keystroke you wish to assign. The ENTER key is the default for all
options.
3. If you make an error, or wish to change your selection, scan CANCEL
PREFIX
SUFFIX
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RS-232 Host
Prefix/Suffix Values
0
1
2
4
6
8
3
5
7
9
CANCEL
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Laser On Time-out
To select a laser on time-out, scan the bar code below or on the next page
corresponding to the desired time.
0.5 SECONDS
1.5 SECONDS
2.5 SECONDS
1.0 SECONDS
2.0 SECONDS
3.0 SECONDS
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RS-232 Host
Laser On Time-out
3.5 SECONDS
4.0 SECONDS
4.5 SECONDS
5.0 SECONDS
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Scanstand/IntelliStand Time-out
To select a Scanstand/ IntelliStand time-out, scan the bar code below
corresponding to the desired time-out.
15 MINUTES
30 MINUTES
45 MINUTES
60 MINUTES
75 MINUTES
90 MINUTES
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Wand Host
Code Type
ADD EAN-8
DELETE EAN-8
DELETE EAN-13
DELETE I 2 OF 5
DELETE D 2 OF 5
ADD EAN-13
ADD I 2 OF 5
ADD D 2 OF 5
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Code Type
DELETE CODE 128
ADD CODE 128
ADD MSI/Plessey
ADD CODE 93
ADD EAN 128
DELETE MSI/Plessey
DELETE CODE
DELETE EAN 128
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Wand Host
Code 2 of 5 Lengths
To set the lengths for each code type:
1. Scan the desired option.
2. Scan two bar codes on page 3-42 for each desired length. For example, for
a length of “12”, scan “1” then “2”. For a length of “3”, scan “0”, then “3”.
You must always scan two bar codes for each length.
3. If you make an error, or wish to change your selection, scan CANCEL.
D 2 of 5 LENGTH 1
(RANGE 02-55)
D 2 of 5 LENGTH 2
(RANGE 00-55)
I 2 of 5 LENGTH 2
(RANGE 00-55)
I 2 of 5 LENGTH 1
(RANGE 02-55)
3-41
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Wand Host
Decode Options
DECODE UPC/EAN
WITH SUPPLEMENTALS
IGNORE UPC/EAN
WITH SUPPLEMENTALS
AUTODISCRIMINATE UPC/EAN
WITH SUPPLEMENTALS
DO NOT
BEEP AFTER GOOD DECODE
BEEP AFTER GOOD DECODE
ENABLE 1 MSI/Plessey
CHECK DIGIT
ENABLE 2 MSI/Plessey
CHECK DIGITS
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Decode Options
MSI 2 CHECK DIGITS
MOD 10 - MOD 10
MSI 2 CHECK DIGITS
MOD 11 - MOD 10
ENABLE CODABAR
DISABLE CODABAR
DECODE REDUNDANCY
DECODE REDUNDANCY
UPC/EAN SECURITY LEVEL 0
UPC/EAN SECURITY LEVEL 1
UPC/EAN SECURITY LEVEL 2
UPC/EAN SECURITY LEVEL 3
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Laser On Time-out
3.5 SECONDS
4.0 SECONDS
4.5 SECONDS
5.0 SECONDS
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Wand Host
Scanstand/IntelliStand Time-out
To select a Scanstand/ IntelliStand time-out, scan the bar code below
corresponding to the desired time-out.
60 MINUTES
75 MINUTES
90 MINUTES
15 MINUTES
30 MINUTES
45 MINUTES
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Wand Host
Variable Leading Margin
140 msec
170 msec
180 msec
150 msec
190 msec
200 msec
160 msec
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Synapse
Code Type
ADD EAN-8
DELETE EAN-8
DELETE EAN-13
ADD EAN-13
ADD I 2 OF 5
ADD D 2 OF 5
DELETE I 2 OF 5
DELETE D 2 OF 5
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Synapse
Code Type
ADD CODE 128
DELETE CODE 128
ADD MSI/Plessey
DELETE MSI/Plessey
ADD CODE 93
DELETE CODE
ADD EAN 128
DELETE EAN 128
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Synapse
Code 2 of 5 Lengths
To set the lengths for each code type:
1. Scan the desired option.
2. Scan two bar codes on page 3-57 for each desired length. For example, for
a length of “12”, scan “1” then “2”. For a length of “3”, scan “0”, then “3”.
You must always scan two bar codes for each length.
3. If you make an error, or wish to change your selection, scan CANCEL.
D 2 of 5 LENGTH 1
(RANGE 02-55)
D 2 of 5 LENGTH 2
(RANGE 00-55)
I 2 of 5 LENGTH 2
(RANGE 00-55)
I 2 of 5 LENGTH 1
(RANGE 02-55)
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Synapse
Decode Options
TRANSMIT UPC-A
CHECK DIGIT
DO NOT
TRANSMIT UPC-A CHECK DIGIT
TRANSMIT UPC-E
CHECK DIGIT
DO NOT
TRANSMIT UPC-E CHECK DIGIT
CONVERT
DO NOT
UPC-E TO UPC-A
CONVERT UPC-E TO UPC-A
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Synapse
Decode Options
DECODE UPC/EAN
WITH SUPPLEMENTALS
IGNORE UPC/EAN
WITH SUPPLEMENTALS
AUTODISCRIMINATE UPC/EAN
WITH SUPPLEMENTALS
ENABLE EAN ZERO EXTEND
DISABLE EAN ZERO EXTEND
TRANSMIT “NO DECODE”
MESSAGE
DO NOT TRANSMIT
“NO DECODE” MESSAGE
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Synapse
Decode Options
ENABLE CLSI EDITING
DISABLE CLSI EDITING
ENABLE NOTIS EDITING
DISABLE NOTIS EDITING
ENABLE CODE 39
FULL ASCII
DISABLE CODE 39
FULL ASCII
VERIFTY CODE 39
CHECK DIGIT
DO NOT VERIFY CODE 39
CHECK DIGIT
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Synapse
Decode Options
ITF-14/EAN-13 CONVERSION
DISABLED
ITF-14/EAN-13 CONVERSION
ENABLED
DO NOT
BEEP AFTER GOOD DECODE
BEEP AFTER GOOD DECODE
BUFFER CODE 39
DO NOT
BUFFER CODE 39
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Synapse
Decode Options
UPC/EAN SECURITY LEVEL 0
UPC/EAN SECURITY LEVEL 1
UPC/EAN SECURITY LEVEL 3
UPC/EAN SECURITY LEVEL 2
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Decode Options
ENABLE 1 MSI/Plessey
CHECK DIGIT
ENABLE 2 MSI/Plessey
CHECK DIGITS
MSI 2 CHECK DIGITS
MOD 10 - MOD 10
MSI 2 CHECK DIGITS
MOD 11 - MOD 10
ENABLE CODABAR
DECODE REDUNDANCY
DISABLE CODABAR
DECODE REDUNDANCY
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Prefix/Suffix Values
To set a PREFIX/SUFFIX value:
1. Scan the option bar code you wish to set.
2. Scan four bar codes on the next page which correspond to the ASCII value
or keystroke you wish to assign. The ENTER key is the default for all
options.
3. If you make an error, or wish to change your selection, scan CANCEL
PREFIX
SUFFIX
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Prefix/Suffix Values
0
1
2
4
6
8
3
5
7
9
CANCEL
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Laser On Time-out
3.5 SECONDS
4.0 SECONDS
4.5 SECONDS
5.0 SECONDS
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Scanstand/IntelliStand Time-out
To select a Scanstand/ IntelliStand time-out, scan the bar code below
corresponding to the desired time-out.
15 MINUTES
60 MINUTES
75 MINUTES
30 MINUTES
90 MINUTES
45 MINUTES
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Chapter 4 Glossary
ASCII - American Standard Code for Information Interchange. A 7 bit-plus-
parity code representing 128 letters, numerals, punctuation marks, and
control characters. It is a standard data transmission code in the U.S.
BIT - Binary digit. One bit is the basic unit of binary information. Generally,
eight consecutive bits compose one byte of data. The pattern of 0 and 1 values
within the byte determines its meaning.
BYTE - On an addressable boundary, eight adjacent binary digits (0 and 1)
combined in a pattern to represent a specific character or numeric value. Bits
are numbered from the right, 0 through 7, with bit 0 the low-order bit. One byte
in memory can be used to store one ASCII character.
CDRH - Center for Devices and Radiological Health. A federal agency
responsible for regulating laser product safety. This agency specifies various
laser operation classes based on power output during operation.
CDRH CLASS I - This is the lowest power CDRH laser class. Class 1 lasers are
safe when used in accordance with the user instructions. They are inherently
safe (so that the maximum possible exposure level cannot be exceeded under
any condition), or are safe by virtue of their engineering design.
CHECK DIGIT - A digit used to verify a correct symbol decode. The scanner
inserts the decoded data into an arithmetic formula and checks that the
resulting number matches the encoded check digit. Check digits are required
for UPC but are optional for other symbologies. Using check digits decreases
the chance of substitution errors when a symbol is decoded.
CODABAR - A discrete self-checking code with a character set consisting of
digits 0 to 9 and six additional characters: (- $ : / , +).
CODE 128 - A high density symbology which allows the controller to encode
all 128 ASCII characters without adding extra symbol elements.
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CODE 3 OF 9 (CODE 39) - A versatile and widely used alphanumeric bar
code symbology with a set of 43 character types, including all uppercase letters,
numerals from 0 to 9, and 7 special characters (- . / + % $ and space). The code
name is derived from the fact that 3 of 9 elements representing a character are
wide, while the remaining 6 are narrow.
CODE 93 - An industrial symbology compatible with Code 39 but offering a
full character ASCII set and a higher coding density than Code 39.
CONTINUOUS CODE - A bar code or symbol in which all spaces within the
symbol are parts of characters. There are no intercharacter gaps in a continuous
code. The absence of gaps allows for greater information density.
DECODE - To recognize a bar code symbology (e.g., UPC/ EAN) and then
analyze the content of the specific bar code scanned.
DECODE ALGORITHM - A decoding scheme that converts pulse widths into
data representation of the letters or numbers encoded within a bar code
symbol.
DISCRETE CODE - A bar code or symbol in which the spaces between
characters (intercharacter gaps) are not part of the code.
DISCRETE 2 OF 5 - A binary bar code symbology representing each character
by a group of five bars, two of which are wide. The location of wide bars in the
group determines which character is encoded; spaces are insignificant. Only
numeric characters (0 to 9) and START/ STOP characters may be encoded.
EAN - European Article Number. This European/ International version of the
UPC provides its own coding format and symbology standards. Element
dimensions are specified metrically. EAN is used primarily in retail.
HOST COMPUTER - A computer that serves other terminals in a network,
providing such services as computation, database access, supervisory
programs, and network control.
IEC - International Electrotechnical Commission. This international agency
regulates laser safety by specifying various laser operation classes based on
power output during operation.
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Glossary
IEC CLASS I (IEC 825 Class I) - This is the lowest power IEC laser
classification. Conformity is ensured through a software restriction of 120
seconds of laser operation within any 1000 second window and an automatic
laser shutdown if the scanner's oscillating mirror fails.
INTERCHARACTER GAP - The space between two adjacent bar code
characters in a discrete code.
INTERLEAVED BAR CODE - A bar code in which characters are paired
together, using bars to represents the first character and the intervening spaces
to represent the second.
INTERLEAVED 2 OF 5 - A binary bar code symbology representing character
pairs in groups of five bars and five interleaved spaces. Interleaving provides
for greater information density. The location of wide elements (bar/ spaces)
within each group determines which characters are encoded. This
continuous code type uses no intercharacter spaces. Only numeric (0 to 9)
and START/ STOP characters may be encoded.
LASER - An acronym for Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of
Radiation. The laser is an intense light source. Light from a laser is all the same
frequency, unlike the output of an incandescent bulb. Laser light is typically
coherent and has a high energy density.
LASER DIODE - A gallium-arsenide semiconductor type of laser connected to
a power source to generate a laser beam. This laser type is a compact source of
coherent light.
PARAMETER - A variable that can have different values assigned to it.
PROGRAMMING MODE - The state in which a scanner is configured for
parameter values. See SCANNING MODE.
QUIET ZONE - A clear space, containing no dark marks, which precedes the
start character of a bar code symbol and follows the stop character.
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SCANNER - An electronic device used to scan bar code symbols and produce
a digitized pattern that corresponds to the bars and spaces of the symbol. Its
three main components are:
1. Light source (laser or photoelectric cell) - illuminates a bar code.
2. Photodetector - registers the difference in reflected light (more light
reflected from spaces).
3. Signal conditioning circuit - transforms optical detector output into a
digitized bar pattern.
SCANNING MODE - The scanner is energized, programmed, and ready to
read a bar code.
SCANNING SEQUENCE - A method of programming or configuring
parameters for a bar code reading system by scanning bar code menus.
SELF-CHECKING CODE - A symbology that uses a checking algorithm to
detect encoding errors within the characters of a bar code symbol.
START/STOP CHARACTER - A pattern of bars and spaces that provides the
scanner with start and stop reading instructions and scanning direction. The
start and stop characters are normally to the left and right margins of a
horizontal code.
SYMBOL - A scannable unit that encodes data within the conventions of a
certain symbology, usually including start/ stop characters, quiet zones, data
characters, and check characters.
SYMBOLOGY - The structural rules and conventions for representing data
within a particular bar code type (e.g. UPC/ EAN, Code 39).
UPC - Universal Product Code. A relatively complex numeric symbology. Each
character consists of two bars and two spaces, each of which can be any of
four widths. The standard symbology for retail food packages in the United
States.
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