Metrologic MS863 Installation And User Manual

Mini-slot laser bar code scanner

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METROLOGIC INSTRUMENTS, INC.
MS860 / MS863 Mini-Slot
Laser Bar Code Scanner
Installation and User's Guide

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  • Page 1 METROLOGIC INSTRUMENTS, INC. MS860 / MS863 Mini-Slot Laser Bar Code Scanner Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 3 Copyright © 2002 by Metrologic Instruments, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this work may be reproduced, transmitted, or stored in any form or by any means without prior written consent, except by reviewer, who may quote brief passages in a review, or provided for in the Copyright Act of 1976.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Configuration of the Scanner to the Host System... 4 Cloning Feature ... 5 Version 11 IBM 46xx Scanner ... 6 Configuring the MS860-11/MS863-11 Scanner ... 7 Configuring the IBM 46xx ... 8 Version 17 Keyboard Wedge Scanner ... 9 Connection of an MS860-17 Scanner to a PC... 10 Optional In-Counter Mounting Options for the MS860...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    LED indicators mounted on the brushed stainless steel top plate. The MS863 has a dark gray plastic top instead of the brushed stainless steel of the MS860. The MS863 also uses IR window is available for both models.
  • Page 6: Scanner And Accessories

    CANNER AND CCESSORIES • MS860 or MS863 Laser Bar Code Projection Scanner • Installation and User’s Guide ... ® • ScanSelect Scanner Programming Guide ... • Volume Control Card ... • Installation Plate for MS860 models only ... Optional Accessories •...
  • Page 7: Scanner Connections To The Host

    CANNER ONNECTIONS TO THE To avoid potential problems, do not power up the scanner until the communication cable is secured to the host. Turn off the host system. Connect the 25-pin D-type connector on the scanner’s head cable to the communication cable.
  • Page 8: Configuration Of The Scanner To The Host System

    ONFIGURATION OF THE The MS860/MS863 is shipped from the factory programmed to a set of default conditions noted in the Default Settings section of this guide and in the ® ScanSelect Scanner Programming Guide provided. The default settings in the ScanSelect guide have an asterisk that appears before the brief definition next to the bar code.
  • Page 9: Cloning Feature

    LONING EATURE The cloning feature is used to program several scanners with the same settings. To clone a scanner: Turn OFF the power to both scanners by unplugging the transformers. Connect the cloning cable ( Turn ON the power to both scanners by plugging in the transformers. When each scanner is ready, scan the cloning bar code with the scanner that has the settings that need to be transferred to the other scanner.
  • Page 10: Version 11 Ibm 46Xx Scanner

    11 IBM 46XX S ERSION Output Format: IBM RS-485 serial input/output for the 4680 and 4690 (46XX) point-of-sale terminals The Version 11 46XX interface can be used in several different ways. Both the 46XX terminal and the scanner must be configured to match each other. Warning: Power to the scanner and 46XX terminal should be turned off before making physical connection.
  • Page 11: Configuring The Ms860-11/Ms863-11 Scanner

    Switch 2 Switch 3 Switches 4, 5, 6, and 7 Switch 8 MS860-11/MS863-11 S Emulation Mode Port 5B, IBM 1520 Model 2 Laser Scanner (default setting) Port 9B, CCD (IBM 4500/Opticon) Port 17, IBM 4014 Adapter for 3687-2 to 468X...
  • Page 12: Configuring The Ibm 46Xx

    IBM 46XX ONFIGURING THE The 4683 and 4693 terminals are configured on the store controller. The 4684 and 4694 terminals are typically configured on the individual terminals. Follow the appropriate guide for your type of equipment. IBM 4683 and 4693 Terminals Driven by a 46XX Store Controller Running 4680.OS or 4690.OS Access the terminal configuration menu on the store controller.
  • Page 13: Version 17 Keyboard Wedge Scanner

    17 K ERSION EYBOARD The MS860/MS863 scanner (version 17) provides keyboard emulation by converting the scanned bar code data to the PC keyboard scan code equivalent. The following are the supported keyboard and country types: PC Type • AT (includes IBM PS/2 and compatible models 50, 55, 60, 80) •...
  • Page 14: Connection Of An Ms860-17 Scanner To A Pc

    ONNECTION OF A If the PC is on, exit your application and turn the PC off. Disconnect the keyboard from the PC. Plug the Keyboard Wedge cable to the PC and the keyboard. Use the adapter cable if necessary. Connect the 25-pin D-type connector on the scanner’s head cable to the Keyboard Wedge cable.
  • Page 15: Optional In-Counter Mounting Options For The Ms860

    MS860 PTIONAL OUNTER OUNTING PTIONS OR THE Metrologic has designed three plates to accommodate in-counter installation of the MS860. Included automatically with the purchase of the MS860 is Metrologic part #45-45471, Installation Plate. The universal and replacement plates are available for an additional charge. Contact the distributor, dealer or Metrologic customer service representative to order one of these plates.
  • Page 16: Vertical Stand Kit

    ERTICAL TAND Vertical Stand Kit, Vertical Stand #6-32 x 3/8” Phillips Head Screw #8 x 1.00” Round Head Wood Screw Installation Orientation Note: The arrow on the top of the scanner indicates the direction that items must be presented to the scanner. Drill four #39 pilot holes into the counter top (See Figure 2).
  • Page 17: Scanner Parts

    This aperture emits laser light. Head Cable This cable can be connected directly to the Figure 5: MS860 & MS863 Scanner Parts host device or to a communication cable. Stainless Steel Top Plate (On the MS860 only.) Dark Grey ABS Top Plate...
  • Page 18: The Ms860 Touch Plate

    The MS860 T OUCH LATE The MS860 will enter “standby” when it remains dormant for a time. When the scanner’s computer is on “standby," touching the touch plate will “wake up” the scanner and activate the laser. When the green LED comes on, the scanner is powering up for full operation.
  • Page 19: Visual Indicators

    ISUAL NDICATORS There is a red and green LED at the top of the scanner. When the scanner is on, the flashing or stationary activity of the LEDs indicates the status of the scan and scanner. Steady Green When the laser is on, the green LED is also on. This occurs when the touch plate has been touched.
  • Page 20 ISUAL NDICATORS Signaux optiques Sur la partie supérieure du scanner se trouvent une diode LED rouge et une diode LED verte. Quand le scanner est sous tension, les diodes rouge et verte clignotantes ou allumées vous informent sur l'état du scanner. Ni la diode rouge, ni la diode verte n'est allumée Il existe deux raisons possibles pour que les diodes ne s'allument pas.
  • Page 21 ISUAL NDICATORS Optische Anzeigen Auf dem Scanner befinden sich eine rote und eine grüne Leuchtdiodenanzeige. Bei eingeschaltetem Scanner geben Ihnen die blinkenden oder feststehenden Leuchtdiodenanzeigen Aufschluß über den Abtast- und Scannerstatus. Weder rote noch grüne Leuchtdiodenanzeige Es gibt zwei mögliche Gründe, weshalb die Leuchtdiodenanzeigen nicht aufleuchten.
  • Page 22 ISUAL NDICATORS Segnali ottici Sullo scanner si trovano due diodi luminosi: uno rosso e uno verde. Quando lo scanner è inserito, i diodi luminosi, che possono o essere accesi in continuazione o lampeggiare, Vi informano sullo stato della scansione e dell’apparecchio. Né...
  • Page 23: Volume Settings

    OLUME ETTINGS There are four volume settings available: low, medium, high and no volume. The operator can temporarily change the volume of the scanner by scanning the bar codes on the volume control card. To change the volume of the scanner permanently, enter program mode and scan the appropriate volume setting bar ®...
  • Page 24 OLUME ETTINGS Scan for Softer Volume 1 2 3 4 5 8 8 8 8 7...
  • Page 25: Labels

    ABELS There is one label located inside the window of the scanner noting that the device is a CDRH Class IIa laser product and IEC 825 LASERKLASSE 1.. Another label, located on the back of the unit, shows the model number, date of manufacture, and serial number.
  • Page 26: Depth Of Field

    EPTH OF IELD Through the glass at the front of the scanner, safe, low powered laser beams are projected in a complex pattern that resembles a spider web. Each of the five scan fields that generate the scan pattern extend to a range of 127mm (5.0"). This range begins from the face of the scanner window and extends from the unit for a distance of 127mm (5.0") measured along the scanning beam at the center of each scan segment.
  • Page 27: Depth Of Field And Symbol Specification

    EPTH OF IELD AND INIMUM UPC/EAN UPC/EAN Code 39 Code 39 Code 39 I 2 of 5 I 2 of 5 I 2 of 5 Codabar Codabar Codabar Code 93 Code 93 Code 128 Code 128 YMBOL PECIFICATION MALL LEMENT .
  • Page 28 EPTH OF IELD AND mils Figure 7: Depth of Field and Symbol Specification YMBOL PECIFICATION INIMUM LEMENT IDTH...
  • Page 29: Maintenance

    AINTENANCE 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, non-abrasive cleaning cloth. 2. Gently wipe the scanner window.
  • Page 30: Specifications

    175 mm (6.9")L x 173 mm (6.8")W x 97 mm(3.8")H 2.45 kg (5.4 lbs.) May be used in any orientation MS860: Brushed stainless steel MS863: ABS Plastic 1.8 m (6'); contact a Metrologic customer service representative for additional cable options 8.4 W, host system or desk transformer 11-30VDC ±...
  • Page 31 -40°C - 60°C (-40°F - 140°F) 0°C - 40°C (32°F - 104°F) 5% - 95% relative humidity, non-condensing Up to 4842 Lux (450 footcandles) None required 100g for 1ms 8 kV IEC 801-2 Sealed to resist airborne particulate contaminants MS863 S PECIFICATIONS...
  • Page 32: Default Settings

    EFAULT ETTINGS Many function of the scanner can be “ programmed” - that is, enabled or disabled. The scanner is shipped from the factory programmed to a set of default conditions. The default parameter of the scanner has an asterisk (*) in the charts on the following pages.
  • Page 33 EFAULT ETTINGS ARAMETER EFAULT Paraf Support Matrix 2 of 5 EAN-8 EAN-13 UPC-E UPC-A ITF Symbol Var. Lengths Minimum Symbol Length Symbol Length None Lock SWEDA Fujitsu OMRON IBM Parallel Bars High as Code 39 Spaces High as Code 39 Bars High as Scanned Spaces High as...
  • Page 34 EFAULT ETTINGS ARAMETER EFAULT Multi-drop Address Beeper Tone Normal Fast Beep Volume Setting Loudest Beep/Transmit Before Sequence Communication None Timeout Razzberry Tone on Timeout Three Beeps on Timeout No Beeps on Timeout Touch Plate 10 Min. Timeout No Same Symbol Timeout Infinite Same Symbol Timeout Same Symbol...
  • Page 35 EFAULT ETTINGS ARAMETER EFAULT Same Symbol Rescan Timeout: 500 msecs Same Symbol Rescan Timeout: 1250 msecs Same Symbol Rescan Timeout: 2000 msecs Scanability Scan Count Mode Normal Depth of Field Intercharacter 1 msec Delay Scan Buffer Transmit UPC-A Check Digit Transmit UPC-E Check Digit Expand UPC-E...
  • Page 36 EFAULT ETTINGS ARAMETER EFAULT Transmit EAN-8 Check Digit Transmit UPC-A Number System Transmit Codabar Start/Stop Characters Transmit Mod 43 Check Digit on Code 39 Transmit Code 39 Stop/Start Characters Transmit Mod 10/ITF Transmit Code 11 Check Digit Transmit MSI Plessey Check Digits Transmit UK Plessey Check...
  • Page 37 EFAULT ETTINGS ARAMETER EFAULT CLSI Editing French PC Term Transmit AIM ID Characters Nixdorf ID UPC Prefix UPC Suffix STX Prefix ETX Suffix Carriage Return Line Feed Tab Prefix Tab Suffix "DE" Disable Command "FL" Laser Enable Command Handshaking Support RTS/CTS Handshaking Character...
  • Page 38 EFAULT ETTINGS ARAMETER EFAULT Keyboard Type Caps Lock Alt Mode Inter Scan Code Delay µsec Transmit F0H Break Code (AT and PS/2 keyboards) Special Software is required for the following: Two Digit Supplements Five Digit Supplements Bookland 977 (2 digit) Supplemental Requirement Supplements...
  • Page 39: Scanner Pinout Connections

    CANNER INOUT Version “1” Pin Assignments for RS-232, OCIA and Light Pen Emulation The version “1” scanner head cable is terminated with a male 25-pin D-type connector. Connecting the scanner to the host device may require a communication cable. The communication cable may include a connection for a transformer or it may be designed to draw power directly from the host device.
  • Page 40: Version 2 - For Parallel Communication

    CANNER INOUT Version “2” Pin Assignments for Parallel Communication The version “2” scanner head cable is terminated with a male 25-pin D-type connector. Connecting the scanner to the host device may require a communication cable. The communication cable may include a connection for a transformer or it may be designed to draw power directly from the host device.
  • Page 41: Version 11 - For Rs-485

    CANNER INOUT Version “11” Pin Assignments for RS-485 The version “11” scanner head cable is terminated with a male 25-pin D-type connector. Connecting the scanner to the host device may require a communication cable. The communication cable may include a connection for a transformer or it may be designed to draw power directly from the host device.
  • Page 42: Version 17 - For Keyboard Wedge, Rs-232 And Light Pen Emulation

    CANNER INOUT Version “17” Pin Assignments for Keyboard Wedge, RS-232 and Light Pen Emulation The version “17” scanner head cable is terminated with a male 25-pin D-type connector. Connecting the scanner to a PC, requires a communication cable and a transformer. Connecting the communication cable to a PC, may require an adapter cable.
  • Page 43: Limited Warranty

    Metrologic warrants and represents that all MS860 and MS863 scanners are free of all defects in material, workmanship and design, and have been produced and labeled in compliance with all applicable U.S. Federal, state and local laws, regulations and ordinances pertaining to their production and labeling.
  • Page 44: Notices

    OTICES 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. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
  • Page 45 OTICES Attenzione L’utilizzo di sistemi di controllo, di regolazioni o di procedimenti diversi da quelli descritti nel presente Manuale può provocare delle esposizioni a raggi laser rischiose. Il cliente non deve assolutamente tentare di riparare egli stesso lo scanner laser. Non guardate mai il raggio laser, anche se credete che lo scanner non sia attivo.
  • Page 46: Patents

    ATENTS 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; 4,960,985; 4,992,717; 5,015,833; 5,017,765; 5,059,779; 5,081,342; 5,117,098; 5,124,539; 5,130,520;...
  • Page 47: Index

    NDEX Adapter Cable ... 1, 6, 10, 38 Application...10 Bar codes ... 1, 19, 27 Base ...8 Beeper... 3, 4, 7, 10, 15, 18, 27 Cable ... 3, 5, 9, 10, 13, 26, 35-38 adapter... 1, 6, 10, 38 cloning ...5 communication 1-4, 7-10, 13, 28, 35-38 Caution ...3, 10...
  • Page 48 NDEX ScanSelect .. 1, 2, 4, 7, 9, 14, 19, 38 ScanSet...1, 4, 7, 9, 14-19, 38 Service ...39 Specifications ...26, 27 Stand ... 2, 12, 14 Temperature...27 UL/CSA/TUV ...26 Ventilation ... 27 Voltage... 3, 10, 26 Volume control card ... 2, 19, 20, 30 Warranty ...
  • Page 49 OTES...
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  • Page 52 August 2002 Printed in the USA 0 0 - 0 2 2 0 2 A...

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