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- Page 1 RS 2200/3200 Series LS 4800 Quick Reference...
- Page 2 Symbol reserves the right to make changes to any product to improve reliability, function, or design. Symbol does not assume any product liability arising out of, or in connection with, the application or use of any product, circuit, or application described herein.
- Page 3 Scanner Varieties LS 4800s are powered by a power supply or by host pow- er, while LS 4900s are battery-powered versions. Each scanner has RS-232C or Synapse “Smart Cable” interface capability with the host device. If the cable is a ...
- Page 4 (both general types are illustrated below). If the scanner is battery powered, it also includes a battery pack, as illustrated below. Power Supply LS 4800 Scanner Synapse RS-232C Adapter Cable Cable Battery Pack (for LS 4900) LS 4800 / 4900 System Components Quick Reference...
- Page 5 Connector Supply LS 4800 System Components 1. Switch off all devices to be connected to the LS 4800 scanning system. 2. Connect the output cable into the port at the base of the scanner’s handle. Use the end indicated in the diagram.
- Page 6 Power Adapter RS-232C Cable Power Supply Connector 4. Plug the opposite end of the host interface cable into the receiving port on the host system. 5. Program all desirable host interface, decode, and communications parameters. Use the bar code menus in the Product Reference Guide.
- Page 7 Synapse Adapter Cable LS 4800 System Components 1. Switch off all devices to be connected to the LS 4800 scanning system. 2. Connect the output cable into the port at the base of the scanner’s handle. Use the end indicated in the diagram.
- Page 8 Portable Operation: LS 4900 For portable operation, battery-operated LS 4900 scanners must be used with a portable terminal (e.g., PDT 3300). If you want to carry the portable terminal and scanner in holsters, the adjustable belt is important for making por- table operation simple.
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Page 9: Connect The System Components
Connect the System Components Plug the connector at the end of the LS 4900 scanner’s coil cord into the receiving port on the portable terminal. Output Cable Joins Receiving Port on Portable Terminal LS 4900 Basic Setup with Portable Terminal... - Page 10 Scanning with the LS 4800 / LS 4900 Depending on how it is programmed, the LS 4800 or LS 4900 may work in one of these ways: 1. Aiming Dot Option: When you pull the trigger, the scanner forms a bright aiming dot which can be easily seen in outdoor or high ambient light environments.
- Page 11 Make sure connections are secure. make sure the symbol you want to scan is within the scanning range; refer to LS 4800 Decode Zones in the Product Reference Guide. The larger the symbol, the farther away you should hold the scanner.
- Page 12 For a 2-D symbol, the pattern spreads vertically to cover the symbol if it is parallel to the symbol’s rows. Keep the pattern in the same horizontal plane as the bar code. If the pattern does not cover the top and bottom of the 2-D symbol, pull the scanner back until it does.
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Page 13: "Tall" Pdf Bar Codes
“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, try to move the scanner slowly... -
Page 14: Specular Reflection
Specular Reflection When laser beams reflect directly back into the scanner from the bar code, they can “blind” the scanner and make decoding diffi- cult. This is specular reflection. To avoid this, scan the bar code so that the beam does not bounce directly back. -
Page 15: Maintenance
Maintenance The LS 4800 scanner, battery pack, and power supply have been designed to provide reliable service over an extended period of time with virtually no maintenance. For the scanner, the only maintenance required is periodic re- charging of the battery pack and cleaning of the exit window. - Page 16 Battery Use (LS 4900 Models Only) Battery powered LS 4900 models uses NiCad rechargeable batter- ies. A lit yellow LED on the back of the scanner indicates low battery power. When this occurs, change replaceable batteries or recharge rechargeable ones. NiCad batteries may be recharged by inserting them in battery adapters on the Universal Four Slot Charger.
- Page 17 • Check the label to make sure it is not defaced; if damaged beyond its error correction capability, it will not decode. • Try scanning a test symbol of the symbology you are trying to read. Your terminal operates but scanned data is not...
- Page 18 The laser does not activate, which is followed by a long, high beep. • You may be scanning in an inappropriately hot environment. Remove the scanner from the environment, or allow the laser to cool down. If the condition persists, contact the Symbol Support Center. Quick Reference...
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Page 19: Regulatory Information
Note the required safety label as it appears on the scanner. Caution: Use of controls, adjustments, or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous laser light exposure. Underside of LS 4800 Quick Reference... - Page 20 Regulatory Information Radio Frequency Interference Requirements This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commissions Rules and Regulation. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
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Page 21: Laser Devices
Including Electrical Business Equipment • EN 60 825-1 (EN 60 825) - Safety of Devices Containing Lasers Laser Devices Symbol products using lasers comply with US 21CFR1040.10, and IEC825-1:1993, EN60825-1:1994+A11:1996. The laser classification is marked on one of the labels on the product. - Page 22 Caution: Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous laser light exposure. Class 2 laser scanners use a low power, visible light diode. As with any very bright light source, such as the sun, the user should avoid staring directly into the light beam.
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Page 23: Test Symbols
Test Symbols CODE 128 13 MIL UPC PDF417 PDF417 Quick Reference... -
Page 24: Service Information
It shall not apply to any product (i) which has been repaired or altered unless done or approved by Symbol, (ii) which has not been maintained in accordance with any operating or handling instructions supplied by Symbol, (iii) - Page 25 Customer will pay for the replacement product in case it does not return the replaced product to Symbol within 3 days of receipt of the replacement product. The process for return and customer’s charges will be in accordance with Symbol’s Exchange Policy in effect at the time of the exchange.