Troubleshooting Guide - Metrologic ScanPal 2 User Manual

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Troubleshooting guide

The ScanPall2 doesn't come on after the
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.
If the problem persists, contact Technical Support.
The battery icon, indicating the charge state, is empty.
Change the replaceable batteries or recharge the battery.
No transmission between the ScanPall2 and the host system (PC or
other), via the RS232 port (cable or download cradle).
Check that the RS232 cable is correctly connected to the host system and
to the ScanPall2 or to the download cradle.
For transmission using the download cradle, check that the ScanPall2 is
correctly inserted in its cradle.
Check that the communication settings of the host system match those of
the ScanPall2.
No transmission between the ScanPall2 and the host system (PC or
other), via the high-speed IR transceiver.
Check that the IR transceiver is correctly connected.
Check that the communication settings of the host system match those of
the ScanPall2.
Check that the ScanPall2 is correctly positioned in the IR transceiver read
area (a distance of 5 cm to 100 cm, 2" to 39", and a maximum angle of 30°).
The keypad doesn't work correctly.
Turn off the ScanPall2, and then simultaneously press the
and
out the keypad key test.
keys to enter System mode. Select the Test KBD option and carry
key has been pressed.
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7
ABC
9
GHI