Introduction The IS4320-41 ScanKey™ Laser Scanner is a wearable, fully automatic, laser scanning device complete with keypad and LCD. Since the IS4320-41 is positioned on the back of the hand, operators can scan data quickly and easily. This “hands free” scanning increases operator efficiency and work productivity.
Theory of Operation The scanning process begins once the infrared (IR) device located behind the window senses an object in the scan field. The IR sensor is active as long as power is applied to the unit. When the IR sensor detects an object, the display reads "READY TO SCAN"...
Unpacking List The following will be in the shipping carton, with the purchase of a ScanKey™ scanner: ! Installation and User’s Guide and Programming Guide ! ScanKey Laser Bar Code Scanner ! Communication Cable ! Glove To order additional items, contact your dealer, distributor or call Metrologic’s Customer Service Department.
Scanner Installation To maintain compliance with applicable standards, all Important Note: circuits connected to the scanner must meet the requirements for SELV (Safety Extra Low Voltage) according to EN 60950. 1. "Power off" the host system. 2. Connect the communication cable to the host device. 3.
Parts of the Scanner Figure 1 Displays the scanned or typed information on one line and a LCD Display message indicating scanner status on another. When the cursor flashes, the laser is "on." Used to enter and transmit numeric and alpha characters. Keypad Alpha characters can be entered by pressing two keys in an assigned sequence.
Audible Indicators The scanner provides sounds to signal certain conditions. To change the volume (three settings are available) or turn the beeper off, refer to the Programming Guide section: Beeper Tones. When the scanner first receives power, diagnostic prompts One Beep are displayed and then the scanner "beeps."...
Visual Indicators The following display messages show the scanner status. The scanner is operational and ready to scan a bar READY TO SCAN code. Scanning the Enter/Exit Program mode bar code PROGRAM MODE alternately enables and disables the program mode. ENABLED When the program mode is enabled, this message is displayed.
Entering Data Using the Keypad The display clears with the first key pressed and "MAKING KEY ENTRY" displays on line two of the LED display. Key-in numbers of the bar code, then press enter. The scanner will "beep" to indicate that the data was sent to the host computer.
Mode Descriptions Mode 1: Metrologic Default Mode* This mode’s main function is to display and transmit and is not suitable for host prompts. In this mode scanned-in data will be displayed on line 1 of the LCD display and truncated to 20 characters. The first 20 characters are displayed on line 1, the 2nd line is cleared with the 21st character and will display the remaining characters entered.
Command Processing Set for ScanKey Mode 1 (Default Mode), 3 and 4 To enter Mode 1, scan reserved bar code Recall Defaults DF1 To enter Mode 3, scan reserved bar code R96 To exit Mode 3, scan reserved bar code R97 or DF1 To enter Mode 4, scan reserved bar code RAD To exit Mode, scan reserved bar code RAE or DF1 to recall Commands sent from the host system to enable/disable scanner functions:...
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Code type enable/disable STX V x y ETX x, y = 0 to 127-decimal (02H 56H x y 03H) Starting at 0 (zero) Add to enable Codabar Add to enable Code 39 Example: [STX V 35 0 ETX] Add 4 to enable UPC Enable Code 128, Add 8 to enable EAN Code 39 and Codabar...
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Label Detection L (4CH) An L will be transmitted when in Detect and Notify mode. The L is in response to the IR sensor sensing an object in its field. This should be used in conjunction with the A command to activate the laser and scan the object.
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Keypad values for Mode 4: INTACTIX/INTERCEPT Program The value in the upper right-hand corner of the keypad represents the current designation or impression found on the keypad. The actual assignment of the key is given by the other values found on the keypad. When depressed, each key will be displayed on the second line of the LCD display.
Command Processing Set for ScanKey Mode 2 To enter Mode 2, scan reserved bar code R88 To exit Mode 2, scan reserved bar code R89 Commands sent from the host system to enable/disable scanner functions: Function Command x, y, z To set activation range ESC R x DEL x = 4CH for Long;...
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Code type enable/disable ESC V x y D x, y = 0 to 127 decimal (1BH 56H x y 7FH) Starting at 0 (zero) Add 1 to enable Codabar Add 2 to enable Code 39 Example: [ESC V 35 0 DEL] Add 4 to enable UPC Enable Code 128, Add 8 to enable EAN...
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Data sent from the ScanKey to the host system. Bar code STX x DATA ETB x = 61H CODABAR (02H x DATA 17H) 62H CODE 39 63H UPC A 64H UPC E 65H INTERLEAVED 2 of 5 67H EAN 8 68H EAN 13 69H CODE 93 6AH CODE 128...
Label Locations The scanner is a CDRH Class II laser system. A CDRH Class II label will be at the bottom of the unit with the serial number label. An “Avoid exposure laser light emitted from this aperture” label will be on the side of the unit. Here are examples of these labels:...
IR Sensor Activation The scanning process initiates by an infrared (IR) sensor located behind the output window. In short range mode the signal it projects extends approximately 4" - 7" beyond the output window. In long range mode the signal it projects extends approximately 9" - 13" beyond the output window. The IR sensor remains active as long as power is applied to the unit.
Maintenance Smudges and dirt can interfere with the proper scanning of a bar code. Therefore, the output window will need occasional cleaning. 1. Spray glass cleaner onto lint free, nonabrasive cleaning cloth. 2. Gently wipe the output window. Applications and Protocols The model number on each scanner includes the scanner number and communications protocol.
Appendix A Specifications Application: Hand-mounted laser bar code scanner Light Source: VLD 675 ± 5 nm Max. Laser Power: 1.0 mwatt CDRH: Class II laser product UL/CSA: Designed to meet UL 1950; CSA, C22.2 No. 950 EMI: Designed to meet FCC/VDE Class A IEC: Class I Mechanical...
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Environmental Storage Temperature: -40EC to 60EC (-40EF to 140EF) Operating Temperature: 0EC to 35EC (32EF to 95EF) Humidity: 5% to 95% relative humidity, non- condensing Light Levels: Up to 3200 foot candles; works in direct sunlight Ventilation: None required Shock: Drop of 1.5 meters (5') ESD: 8 kV IEC 801-2...
If your protocol supports a function, a check mark appears on the chart. Note: Although the Programming Guide mentions DTR input, Poll Light Pen 5 Volts and No Poll Light Pen, the IS4320-41 ScanKey scanner cannot support these options. Parameter Default...
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Parameter Default RS-232 Light Pen Character RTS/CTS Message RTS/CTS ACK/NAK 7 Data Bits RTS/CTS XON/XOFF No Intercharacter Delay 1 Millisecond Intercharacter Delay 5 Millisecond Intercharacter Delay 25 Millisecond Intercharacter Delay Carriage Return Line Feed STX Prefix ETX Suffix Tab Prefix Tab Suffix Prefix ID for UPC/EAN Suffix ID for UPC/EAN...
Appendix C Programmable Bar Codes The IS4320-41 ScanKey™ is shipped from the factory programmed to a set of default parameters. Defaults are noted on the previous pages. 1. Connect the scanner to the host system or power source. 2. Scan the ENTER/EXIT PROGRAM MODE bar code. (The unit will beep three times.)
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ScanKey Mode Options Enable ScanKey Mode 2 When this option is enabled, the scanner will transmit ScanKey Mode 2 specific commands beginning with ESC (1BH) and ending with DEL (7FH). Disable ScanKey Mode 2 Enable ScanKey Mode 3 When this option is enabled, the scanner will transmit ScanKey Mode 3 specific commands beginning with STX (02H) and ending with ETX...
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Keyboard Options Enable TTY Mode When this option is enabled, the scanner will transmit and/or display each key depressed on the keypad. *Disable TTY Mode When this option is disabled, the normal keypad operation. LCD Display Options *Enable Display Mode When this option is enabled, the scanner will display all data (mode dependant).
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Laser Indicator Selection Enable Blinking Display When this option is enabled, the entire display will blink. *Enable Blinking Cursor When this option is disabled, the 40th Character Position cursor will blink at the 40th of LCD Display character position only.
Appendix D Pin Assignments for the Scanner connector The scanner is equipped with a 9-pin PCMCIA breakaway connector. Function +5 VDC Power to Scanner Power/Signal Ground RS-232 Transmit Output RS-232 Receive Input Request To Send Output Clear To Send Input Light Pen Data Light Pen Source Reserved...
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Metrologic also reserves the right to make any changes to the product described herein. Exclusion des responsabilités Metrologic Instruments, Inc. et le/les auteur(s) ne sont ni garants, ni responsables pour l'exhaustivité et la correction des informations contenues dans cette brochure - que ce soit relativement à leur teneur et à...
Appendix F Notices Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
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Anmerkung Nach Überprüfung dieses Geräts wurde festgestellt, daß es den Grenzwerten für Digitalgeräte der Klasse A gemäß Teil 15 der Richtlinien der US-amerikanischen Bundesbehörde für das Fernmeldewesen entspricht. Diese Grenzwerte wurden festgelegt, um einen angemessenen Schutz gegen schädliche Auswirkungen bei Einsatz des Geräts in einer Ladenumgebung zu gewähren. Das Gerät erzeugt und verwendet Hochfrequenzenergie und kann diese ausstrahlen, und kann, falls es nicht gemäß...
Appendix G Patents “Patent Information This METROLOGIC product may be covered by one or more of the following U.S. Patents: U.S. Patent No. 4,360,798; 4,369,361; 4,387,297; 4,460,120; 4,496,831; 4,593,186; 4,607,156; 4,673,805; 4,736,095; 4,758,717; 4,816,660; 4,845,350; 4,896,026; 4,923,281; 4,933,538; 4,992,717; 5,015,833; 5,017,765;...
Index Activation long range 2, 18 Europe ii short range 2, 18 Application Application and protocols 19 Faulty equipment 30 Asia Assignments Functions 10-16, 22-24 Germany (GmbH) ii, 42 Bar codes programmable 25-28 HandSet 1 Beeper 6 Headquarters Beeper operation 20 Host 1, 2, 4, 6, 8-10, 12, 14, 16, 22, 25...
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Maintenance Shipping carton 3 Mechanical Short Range activation Mode Descriptions South America Mode 1, 3, 4 8, 10-13 Specifications 20, 21 Mode 2 8, 14-16 Storage temperature Model number System interfaces 20 Notices 32, 33 Temperature Tones Operating current 20 Operating temperature USA corporate headquarters Operation...