Chapter 2. Scanning; Introduction; Scanning Modes; Laser Patterns - Symbol Cyclone M2000 Series Product Reference Manual

Introduction

This chapter describes the various laser patterns and scanning modes available in the
M2000 scanner, provides instructions and tips for scanning, and lists beeper and LED
indications.

Scanning Modes

The M2000 may be used on the counter-top or in a hand-held orientation. In hand-held use,
the scanner operates in triggered mode where you pull the trigger to activate the scan
pattern and decode the bar code. In counter-top use, the scanner operates in continuous
(constant-on) mode, where it automatically decodes a bar code presented in its field of
view.

Laser Patterns

The scanner emits one of four laser patterns:
• Cyclone Omnidirectional Scan Pattern is a highly efficient
scan pattern which decodes 1D and EAN/UCC reduced space
symbologies in any orientation.
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