Chapter 9 123Scan; Introduction; Communication With 123Scan; 123Scan Parameter - Symbol DS6707 Product Reference Manual

Chapter 9 123Scan

Introduction

123Scan is a Windows ® -based utility that programs the digital imager scanner with all parameters including
Advanced Data Formatting (ADF) rules. An ADF rule modifies bar code data before sending it to the host to ensure
compatibility between bar coded data and the host application. Program digital imager scanners via PC download
or by scanning a sheet of bar codes generated by the 123Scan utility. Digital imager scanner programming is
saved in a file for electronic distribution. The 123Scan program includes a help file.

Communication with 123Scan

To communicate with the 123Scan program which runs on a host computer running a Windows operating system,
use an RS-232 cable to connect the digital imager scanner to the host computer (see
Interface on page
123Scan requirements:
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Host computer with Windows 98, Windows NT, Windows 2000, or Windows XP
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Digital imager scanner
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RS-232 cable.

123Scan Parameter

To communicate with the 123Scan program, load 123Scan, included in the documentation CD-ROM, onto the host
computer, and scan the bar code below. Refer to 123Scan instructions for programming the digital imager scanner.
Scan the bar code below to enable the 123Scan interface on the digital imager scanner.
8-2).
123Scan Configuration
Connecting an RS-232