Symbol PDT 7200 Series Quick Reference Manual page 13

Q u i c k
5. The Scan LED
decodes. The PDT 7200 may also beep on successful decode.
Note: The procedure for your application may differ; consult
your application manual.
Scanning PDF417 Bar Codes
The raster pattern has multiple scanning rows to accommodate the
PDF417 symbol's multiple rows.
1. Point the scanner at the bar code and press the trigger.
2. Center the aiming pattern (a spot or slab raster, as pro-
grammed) on the bar code.
3. As the raster pattern spreads, keep the pattern in the same hor-
izontal plane as the bar code.
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4. The terminal indicates a successful scan by changing the LED
from yellow to green, beeping one or more times, and/or dis-
playing the decoded bar code on the screen. Your application
may differ. Refer to your application documentation.
"Tall" PDF Bar Codes
If the PDF417 symbol is "tall," the vertical scan pattern may not be
high enough to cover it.
In this case, try a slow "up and down" scanning motion. With the
raster pattern open, move the scanner slowly down toward the
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turns from yellow to green for successful
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