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Metrologic ScanPal 2 User Manual

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Printed August 2001

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  • Page 1 ® ScanPal Portable Data Terminal User manual Printed August 2001...
  • Page 2 ScanPal 2 The content of this manual is the property of Metrologic Instruments Inc. The information contained in this manual has been carefully checked and is considered to be accurate. Metrologic Instruments Inc. accepts no responsibility regarding any inaccuracies in this document.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1. Introduction ......................2 2. General characteristics..................3 2.1. Electrical characteristics ..................3 2.2. Environment ......................3 2.3. Physical characteristics ..................3 2.4. CPU ........................3 2.5. Memory ....................... 5 2.6. Scanner....................... 5 2.7. Screen......................... 5 2.8. Keypad ........................

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Introduction The ScanPall2 is a high performance, light-weight and compact portable terminal, designed for daily intensive use. It is powered by two ‘AAA’ replaceable batteries or one Ni-MH rechargeable battery and is equipped with a comprehensive set of development tools, including a Windows based application generator, a "BASIC"...

  • Page 5: General Characteristics

    General characteristics The basic characteristics of the ScanPall2 are as follows: Electrical characteristics Main battery........ two AAA replaceable batteries or one Ni-MH rechargeable battery Backup battery......3.0 V, 7.0 mAh rechargeable lithium battery, for the static random access memory (SRAM) and the calendar Stand-alone operation ....
  • Page 6 Dual clock with low-speed mode capability for saving the batteries (for further information on the Speed setting, refer to section 5.3)

  • Page 7: Memory

    Memory Program........1-MB Flash-ROM, flash memory used for saving program, character sets, constants, etc. Data..........1 MB SRAM, static random access memory Scanner The ScanPall2 is equipped with a CCD scanner. The scanners characteristics are as follows: ScanPal 2C (CCD) Minimum bar width......

  • Page 8: Indicator

    Indicator Buzzer ........audible indicator, programmable from 1 KHz to 4 KHz, low-power transducer type LED ..........dual-colour (green and red) programmable Communication Three types of communication are possible: standard RS232, infrared and screen/keyboard. RS232 ........transmission speed up to 115,200 bps Infrared ........

  • Page 9: Hardware Configuration

    For the references and descriptions, refer to section 7. Hardware configuration Front, back and side view 63mm IrDA 33.5mm SCANPAL 2 Indicator Trigger RS-232 Battery side view front view back view RS232 and IrDA connection RS-232 & IrDA connection IrDA connection...

  • Page 11: Software Organization

    Software organization The ScanPall2 software system consists of three modules: The Kernel module The System (Operating System) module The Program module Kernel Module The Kernel module forms the heart of the system. It is extremely secure and always protected by the system. Only a failure of the flash memory or incorrect switching off of the power supply, during system restart after a kernel update, can destroy the kernel.
  • Page 12 For further information, refer to section 5.3.

  • Page 13: Program Module

    Program Module The Program module operates on top of the System module. The user programs are downloaded into this module. The user program, downloaded into the Program module, is started automatically when the ScanPall2 is powered up. The user program pre-loaded into the Program module of the ScanPall2 is the application interpreter, making it possible to run an application created with the application generator.
  • Page 14 For further information on the development tools, contact one of the Metrologic offices: Metrologic Instruments, Inc – Corporate Headquarters Tel: 856-228-8100 Fax: 856-228-6673 Email: info@metrologic.com Metrologic Instruments GmbH – European, Middle East, & African Headquarters Tel: +49(0) 89 890 190 Fax: +49(0) 89 890 19 200 Email: info@europe.metrologic.com...

  • Page 15: Operations

    Operations Before any operation, it is advisable to make sure that the replaceable batteries are new, or that the rechargeable battery is correctly charged. Operations at the keypad The ScanPall2 keypad consists of 20 rubber keys and one key for triggering the scanner.
  • Page 16 Function This key cannot be used on its own, but in combination with a numeric key (1 to 9), in order to obtain a specific function, depending on the program loaded. For example, pressing simultaneously on the keys activates the function #1 (up to 9 functions). Pressing simultaneously on the , or , keys makes it possible to adjust the screen contrast.

  • Page 17: Program Mode

    Program Mode This is the default operating mode when the ScanPall2 is powered up. It depends on the user program loaded into the Program module. The application interpreter and its inventory application, loaded by default, displays the following main menu: 1.Collect data 2.Upload data 3.Utilities...
  • Page 18 2. Upload data Uploads the data collected, via the selected upload port. The letter displayed on the screen, at the right of the Upload Data line, indicates the selected upload port: RS232 (R) , IR (T), IrDA (I) or Wedge (K). On the PC (under Windows), to receive the data and create a text file, use the application generator, 232_Read.EXE or IR_Read.EXE.
  • Page 19 - Data Deletion Defines whether, after an upload, the data is deleted Manually, with a request for confirmation, or Automatically, with no request for confirmation. Default value: Manually. - Record Prompting Activates (Yes) or de-activates (No) the display of the record number, after confirmation of an entry.
  • Page 20 Defines the date and time.
  • Page 21 Download Program Downloads an application (*.ATX) created with the application generator into the ScanPall2 Portable Terminal, via the selected download port. The letter displayed on the screen, at the right of the Download Program line, indicates the selected download port: RS232 (R), IR (T) or IrDA (I). On the PC (under Windows), use the application generator or ATX_Load.EXE.

  • Page 22: System Mode

    System Mode Turn off the ScanPall2, and then simultaneously press the keys to enter System mode. System mode offers the following operations: System Menu 1 Memory 2 Setting 3 Reader 4 Battery 5 Test 6 Download 7 Version 1. Memory Size Information Displays the size of the data memory (SRAM) and the size of the program memory (Flash ROM), in kilobytes.
  • Page 23 Speed Defines the CPU operating speed. Five speeds are available: Speed Consumption Full ......39 mA 1/2......22 mA 1/4......12 mA 1/8......7 mA 1/16......5 mA The consumptions are given for normal operation, with no scanner reading or data transmission. If the full-speed mode is not necessary, choose the lowest speed, in order to save the batteries.
  • Page 24 3. Reader Tests the scanner read performance and displays the bar code read, its length, and a letter identifying the code type (symbology). The symbologies enabled by default are as follows: Symbology Identifier Code 39 ........A Industrial 2/5 ......D Interleaved 2/5 ......
  • Page 25 Tests the LCD screen and the dual-colour LED. Press the key to start or stop the test.
  • Page 26 Tests the keypad keys. Pressing a key displays its value on the screen. The function key must be used in combination with a numeric key (1 to 9). Press the key to stop the test. 6. Download RS232 Downloads a user program (*.SHX) into the ScanPall2, via the RS232 port (cable or download cradle).

  • Page 27: Kernel Mode

    Kernel Mode Turn off the ScanPall2, and then simultaneously press the keys to enter System mode; next turn off the ScanPall2, and then simultaneously press the keys to enter Kernel mode. Kernel mode offers the following operations: Kernel Menu 1 Program Download 2 Update Kernel 3 Test &...
  • Page 28 4. Version Displays the following information: Hardware version number ......(H/W) Serial number..........(S/N) Manufacturing date ........(M/D) Kernel version number ......(KNL)

  • Page 29: Overview

    Application "BASIC" program "C" program File Ý .ATX ATX_Load.EXE Program or directly Application created with the application from AG_SP2.EXE Module generator AG_SP2.EXE ScanPal 2 Application generator File USP2 Ý .SHX System DownLoad.EXE menu Application interpreter (1) Download IrLoad.EXE option System File Ý...

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting Guide

    Troubleshooting guide The ScanPall2 doesn’t come on after the key has been pressed. Change the batteries or recharge the battery. The ScanPall2 doesn’t come on after the batteries have been changed or the battery recharged. Check that the replaceable batteries are correctly installed in their compartment and that the compartment (or the rechargeable battery) is properly engaged in the terminal.
  • Page 31 If the problem persists, contact Technical Support.
  • Page 32 The scanner doesn’t work. Check that the symbologies of the codes read are enabled. Check whether the battery icon, indicating the charge state, is empty. If this is the case, change the replaceable batteries or recharge the battery. If the problem persists, contact Technical Support.

  • Page 33: Metrologic Reference And Descriptions

    Metrologic references and descriptions Part Number Description Basic ScanPal 2 CCD kit, including: - 1 ScanPal 2 CCD portable terminal - CD includes: SCANPAL2CB - 2 AAA batteries Application Generator - 1 RS232 cable User Manual Advanced ScanPal 2 CCD kit, including:...

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