Chapter 5: Decoding Preferences; Introduction; Scanning Sequence Examples - Symbol DS6708 Product Reference Manual

Chapter 5
Chapter 5
Decoding Preferences

Introduction

If desired, program the digital scanner to perform various functions, or activate different features. This chapter
describes decoding preference features and provides the programming bar codes for selecting these features.
The digital scanner ships with the settings shown in the
(also see Appendix A, Standard Default Parameters
default values suit requirements, programming is not necessary.
To set feature values, scan a single bar code or a short bar code sequence. The settings are stored in
non-volatile memory and are preserved even when the digital scanner is powered down.
Most computer monitors allow scanning the bar codes directly on the screen. When
NOTE
scanning from the screen, be sure to set the document magnification to a level where the bar code
can be seen clearly, and bars and/or spaces are not merging.
If not using a USB cable, select a host type (see each host chapter for specific host information) after the
power-up beeps sound. This is only necessary upon the first power-up when connected to a new host.
To return all features to default values, scan the
programming bar code menus, default values are indicated with asterisks (
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Scanning Sequence Examples

In most cases scanning one bar code sets the parameter value. For example, to disable the decode aiming
pattern, scan the Disable Decode Aiming Pattern bar code listed under
The digital scanner issues a fast warble beep and the LED turns green, signifying a successful parameter
entry.
Other parameters require scanning several bar codes. See these parameter descriptions for this procedure.
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Enable Decode Aiming Pattern
Indicates Default
Decoding Preferences
Decoding Preferences Parameter Defaults on page 5-2
for all host device and miscellaneous defaults). If the
Set Default Parameter on page
Feature/Option
(02h)
Option Hex Value
for programming
via SSI command
Decode Aiming Pattern on page
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