Connecting A Wand Emulation Interface - Motorola Symbol LS3408-ER Product Reference Manual

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Connecting a Wand Emulation Interface

To perform Wand Emulation, connect the scanner to a portable data terminal, or a controller which collects the
wand data and interprets it for the host.
Mobile computer
Wand Emulation Connection
Figure 9-1
NOTE Interface cables vary depending on configuration. The connectors illustrated in
only. The connectors may be different than those illustrated, but the steps to connect the scanner are the
same.
Connect the modular connector of the Wand Emulation interface cable to the cable interface port on the
1.
scanner. See Installing the Interface Cable on page
Connect the other end of the Wand Emulation interface cable to the wand port on the mobile computer or
2.
controller.
Ensure all connections are secure.
3.
Select the Wand Emulation host type by scanning the appropriate bar code from the
4.
Types section on
To modify any other parameter options, scan the appropriate bar codes in this chapter.
5.
!
WARNING
Wand port
page 9-4.
Connect the scanner to 5 volt decoders only. Connecting the scanner to a 12 volt decoder can
cause damage and invalidate the warranty.
Interface cable
1-3.
Figure 9-1 are examples
Wand Emulation Host