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  • Page 1 BCL 900i Barcode Scanner Original operating instructions...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    3.3.1 Single BCL 900i Barcode Scanner to MA 900 ............22 3.3.2 Master/Slave Array with MA 900 ................23 3.3.3 BCL 900i Barcode Scanners in an Array with MSC 900 Master ........ 24 General Electrical Installaion guidelines and Precautions ......... 26...
  • Page 3 4.1.1 Prerequisites ......................44 4.1.2 Starting the User Interface ..................45 User Interface Basics ....................47 4.2.1 BCL 900i User Interface Menu Tree ................47 4.2.2 Entering Text Using the Text Entry Tool ..............47 4.2.3 Getting Help ......................48 Modify Settings ......................
  • Page 4 5.6.4 Bottom-Mounted Barcode Scanner Calibration Using PackTrack ......198 5.6.5 Verifying PackTrack Calibration ................199 Replacing an Installed BCL 900i ................202 5.7.1 Replacing a Standalone Scanner Using Restore ............. 202 5.7.2 Replacing a Slave Scanner in an Array/Tunnel Automatically ......... 203 5.7.3 Replacing a Slave Scanner in an Array/Tunnel Using Restore ........

  • Page 6: References

    MA 900 Connection Box Installation Manuals  MSC 900 Controller Manuals SUPPORT THROUGH THE WEBSITE Leuze electronic provides several services as well as technical support through its website. Log on to www.leuze.de and click on PRODUCTS for further information: ...

  • Page 7: Conventions

    LASER SAFETY The following information is provided to comply with the rules imposed by international authorities and refers to the correct use of the BCL 900i barcode scanners. Standard Regulations These barcode scanners use low-power laser diodes. Avoid staring at the beam as one would with any very strong light source, such as the sun.

  • Page 8: Warning And Serial Labels

    WARNING AND SERIAL LABELS The Warning Label on the front of the barcode scanner indicates exposure to laser light and the device classification. Figure 1: Warning and Device Class Label Location Produit(s) conforme selon 21CFR 1040.10 sauf des dérogations relatives à...

  • Page 9: Power Supply

    3862 13 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY EQUIPMENT-(CSA 60950-1-07, Second Edition) 3862 93 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY EQUIPMENT-(UL 60950-1, Second Edition- Certified to U.S. Stds) Unattended scanning system, models BCL 900i-XYWZ rated 20-30 VDC 0.72-0.5 A and 20- 30 VDC 1-0.7 A CE COMPLIANCE WARNING: This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

  • Page 10: Fcc Compliance

    FCC COMPLIANCE Modifications or changes to this equipment without the expressed written approval of Leuze electronic could void the authority to use the equipment. This device complies with PART 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following...

  • Page 11: General View

    GENERAL VIEW Figure 3: BCL 900i Barcode Scanner Front and Left Side Views Figure 4: BCL 900i Barcode Scanner Back and Right Side Views...

  • Page 12: Introduction

    1 INTRODUCTION 1.1 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION The BCL 900i barcode scanner complete with decoder is designed to provide an innovative and high performance solution in omnidirectional reading applications by combining the following advanced technologies with Leuze electronic solid experience in the material handling sector.

  • Page 13: Model Description

    BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL 1.3 MODEL DESCRIPTION The BCL 900i barcode scanner is available in versions that differ depending on the interface connection, the optical resolution and on the optic version: 1.4 BCL 900i VERSIONS Description Model Part Number High Density...

  • Page 14: Human Machine Interface

    INTRODUCTION 1.5 HUMAN MACHINE INTERFACE The BCL 900i barcode scanner includes two external buttons that make up the HMI interface and perform specific tasks without the need of connecting to the BCL 900i User Interface. See 5.5 for functional description.

  • Page 15: Accessories

    BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL 1.6 ACCESSORIES The following accessories are available on request for the BCL 900i barcode scanner. Name Description Part Number Cables and Terminators KB 900 - 1000 MSC Interface Cable 1m length between MA 900 and 50131533...

  • Page 16: Photoelectric Sensor

    INTRODUCTION 1.7 PHOTOELECTRIC SENSOR The optional Photoelectric Sensor is used in barcode scanner systems to detect the presence of an item in the scanning area. The photoelectric sensor is used in singulated systems where the packages are separated by an open space between the trailing edge of one package and the leading edge of the next.

  • Page 17: Encoder (Tachometer)

    BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL 1.8 ENCODER (TACHOMETER) The tachometer provides a continuous pulse to the system, which provides feedback on conveyor speed and transmit point, and can be used to help track the package position along the length of the conveyor. See section 3.11 for wiring options.

  • Page 18: Ma Industrial Connection Box

    See section 3.9.1 for wiring options.  POWER TRIGGER ENC/TACH  OUT1 OUT2 Figure 6: MA 900 Connection Box NOTE: Scanner operation requires a MA 900 Connection Box or MSC 900 controller. Industrial Connection Box MA 900 Connection Box MA 900 for BCL 900i 50129663...

  • Page 19: Msc 900 System Controller

    The MSC 900 Controller is fully compatible with BCL 900i scanner and its sturdy mechanical structure makes the MSC 900 Controller the ideal solution for industrial environments. The Controller allows connection to the Trigger and Encoder/Tachometer.

  • Page 20: Mechanical Installation

    Do not attempt to perform any electrical installation procedures unless you are a trained technician. IMPORTANT: BCL 900i barcode scanners contain electronics that may be affected by electrostatic discharge (ESD). To prevent personal injury or damage to the unit, please follow the safety precautions and warnings found in the References section at the beginning of this manual.

  • Page 21: Unpacking Instructions

    BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL 2.2 UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS Verify that the BCL 900i barcode scanners and all the parts supplied with the equipment are present and intact when opening the packaging; the list of parts includes:  BCL 900i reader ...

  • Page 22: Installation Sequence

    Determine and mark the Mounting Bracket location(s)  Mount the bracket to the mounting structure  Mount the BCL 900i to its mounting bracket  Mount the photoelectric sensor to the mounting structure (optional)  Mount the tachometer to the mounting structure (optional) ...

  • Page 23: What You Need To Know About Your Application

    2.4 WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT YOUR APPLICATION To assure you get optimal performance out of your BCL 900i, it must be installed to meet the complete needs of your application. Therefore, take the time to learn the details of your application.

  • Page 24: Installation

    2.5.1 Dimensions and Clearances The overall dimensions of the BCL 900i are 216 x 96 x 127 mm [8.5 x 3.8 x 5 in]. IMPORTANT: The BCL 900i is a sealed, unventilated unit. Mounting the unit with 300 mm [12”] of clearance (front, top, and sides) is recommended for cooling and ease of maintenance.

  • Page 25: General Mounting Guidelines

    It is important that you follow these general precautions when installing, setting up, operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, or replacing any Leuze electronic products, parts or related equipment. As you plan and install your BCL 900i barcode scanning system application, be sure to keep the following guidelines in mind: ...

  • Page 26: Mounting Structure Considerations

    MECHANICAL INSTALLATION 2.5.5 Mounting Structure Considerations Your first task is to mount your BCL 900i barcode scanner. Your mounting structure must provide the following capabilities:  It is adjustable enough for you to move your unit to the optimum position for proper scanning.

  • Page 27: Mounting The Scanner

    2.5.6 Mounting the Scanner The BCL 900i can be installed to operate in any position. There are 12 screw holes (M6 X 8) on the sides of the scanner for mounting. The diagram below can be used for installation; refer to reading diagrams (See 5.10) and any application drawings for correct positioning of the scanner with respect to the reading zone and scanner orientation.
  • Page 28 MECHANICAL INSTALLATION The BT 900 included with the BCL 900i scanner allows it to be installed in the most suitable position for your application. The BT 900 is mounted to the scanner as shown below:  Mounting position Figure 9: BCL 900i BT 900 assembly with countersunk screws...
  • Page 29 Figure 11: BCL 900i mounting angles If the BCL 900i needs to be mounted at a 5-degree angle or within 5-degrees of the angles shown in Figure 11: BCL 900i mounting angles (+/- 5, +/-25, or +/-35-degrees), mount it to...

  • Page 30: Positioning The Scanners

    2.5.7 Positioning the Scanners The BCL 900i barcode scanners are able to decode barcode labels at a variety of angles; however significant angular distortion may degrade reading performance. When mounting the scanners, take into consideration these three ideal label position angles: Pitch 0°, Skew 0°...

  • Page 31: Electrical Installation

    ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION. See Chapter 2 for mechanical installation details. Most BCL 900i applications are shipped with the MA Connection Box and all the necessary cabling required to electrically install the system. If your system requires custom-length cables or other special wiring, documentation specific to these requirements has been provided in your shipment.

  • Page 32: Connecting A Bcl 900I Scanner

    ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION 3.2 CONNECTING A BCL 900i SCANNER To install a BCL 900i barcode scanner, follow this sequence:  Complete mechanical installation (See Chapter 2.)  Complete electrical installation (See wiring illustrations provided in this chapter.)  Observe all electrical safety requirements outlined in this chapter.

  • Page 33: Typical Connection Block Diagrams

    BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL 3.3 TYPICAL CONNECTION BLOCK DIAGRAMS 3.3.1 Single BCL 900i Barcode Scanner to MA 900  MA 900  Backup Module  Photoelectric sensor  Enoder/Tachometer  Digital Output(s)  Setup PC  Host  PWR  17 Pin M12 Connector ...

  • Page 34: Master/Slave Array With Ma 900

    ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION 3.3.2 Master/Slave Array with MA 900  MA 900  Stack Light or Diverter  Host (Serial)  Host (Fieldbus)  Setup PC  Ethernet  Slave  ETH2  ETH1  PWR  Up to 32 Scanners ...

  • Page 35: Bcl 900I Barcode Scanners In An Array With Msc 900 Master

    BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL 3.3.3 BCL 900i Barcode Scanners in an Array with MSC 900 Master In an array (tunnel) using the MSC 900 Controller, the chain of scanners completes a circle from and to the MSC 900 Controller via ETH1 and ETH2. In this scenario, if one scanner fails, communication from the other scanners to the MSC 900 Controller is not interrupted.
  • Page 36  Up to 31 Scanners  Ethernet  ETH2  Host (Fieldbus)  Host (Serial)  Stack Light or Diverter  Encoder/Tachometer  Photoelectric Sensor  MA 900 Figure 17: BCL 900i Array (Tunnel) to MSC 900 (alternate with MA 900)

  • Page 37: General Electrical Installaion Guidelines And Precautions

    PRECAUTIONS It is important that you follow these general precautions when installing, setting up, operating, maintaining, troubleshooting or replacing any Leuze electronic products, parts or related equipment. As you plan and install your scanner(s), be sure to keep the following guidelines in mind: ...

  • Page 38: Bcl 900I Connector Panels

    After completing mechanical installation, use this section to properly wire your scanners for optimal performance in your application. BCL 900i wiring connections are made to the connector panel and through the MA Connection Box (connected to the I/O port of the scanner).

  • Page 39: Connecting A Pc To The Bcl 900I

    3.6 CONNECTING A PC TO THE BCL 900I During initial setup, a PC (laptop) may be connected to the BCL 900i with a M12 to RJ45 cable. Screw the M12 connector to the ETH 2 port of the scanner and plug the RJ45 into the Ethernet port of your PC.

  • Page 40: Power Connections

    The MA Connection Boxes provide flexible connectivity to a range of I/O devices as well as serial hosting. The BCL 900i connects to the MA via its I/O port using a single 17-pin M12 to 25-pin D cable. The MA Connection Box also provides space for an optional Backup Module (recommended) for parameter storage, allowing quick replacement and configuration of the scanners.

  • Page 41: Ma 900 Connection Box

    BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL 3.9 MA 900 CONNECTION BOX Complete installation information for the connection box is available in the MA 900 Installation Manual available at www.leuze.de. A simple drawing of the interior of the box is shown below.  POWER ...
  • Page 42 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION Loose-lead cables must pass through the water-tight seals in the base of the MA 900 Connection Box. Insert the cables allowing enough slack for the individual wires to reach the appropriate pin block connectors. Securely tighten the water-tight seals after the cables have been inserted.

  • Page 43: Photoelectric Sensor Connections To Ma 900

    Barcode scanning applications may use a Leuze electronic photoelectric sensor as a trigger device. The photoelectric sensor is wired directly into the MA 900 terminal. If your application uses a trigger other than the one specified by Leuze electronic, follow the appropriate wiring diagram to assure proper wiring.

  • Page 44: Photoelectric Sensor (Npn)

    ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION 3.10.1 Photoelectric Sensor (NPN)  Jumper  Photoelectric Sensor Figure 20: Photoelectric Sensor Wiring (NPN Output)

  • Page 45: Photoelectric Sensor (Pnp)

    BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL 3.10.2 Photoelectric Sensor (PNP)  Jumper  Photoelectric Sensor Figure 21: Photoelectric Sensor Wiring (PNP Output)

  • Page 46: Tachometer Wiring To Ma 900

    ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION 3.11 TACHOMETER WIRING TO MA 900 Omni applications over a conveyor belt use an accessory tachometer and mounting kit. The following diagrams illustrate standard recommended wiring of an encoder to the MA 900 terminal block. 3.11.1 Encoder/Tachometer Wiring for NPN Output (two models) NOTE: Some tachometers may have a different color coding: (+V) Red or White/Orange...
  • Page 47 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL  Jumper  Bare (Shield)  Encoder/Tachometer Figure 23: Encoder/Tachometer Wiring (NPN Output)

  • Page 48: Encoder/Tachometer Wiring For Pnp Output (Two Models)

    ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION 3.11.2 Encoder/Tachometer Wiring for PNP Output (two models) NOTE: Some tachometers may have a different color coding: Red (+V) or White/Orange White (signal) or White/Blue Black (ground) or Orange/White  Jumper  Bare (Shield)  Encoder/Tachometer Figure 24: Encoder/Tachometer Wiring (PNP Output)
  • Page 49 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL  Jumper  Bare (Shield)  Encoder/Tachometer Figure 25: Encoder/Tachometer Wiring (PNP Output)

  • Page 50: Digital Output Configuration To Ma 900

    ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION 3.12 DIGITAL OUTPUT CONFIGURATION TO MA 900 The MA 900 includes an OUTPUTS block for wiring relays as needed for external accessories. The User Interface Modify Settings | Digital I/O window includes options for outputs 1 and 2 with Primary and Secondary Activation Event options including Complete Read, Partial Read, No Read, Trigger On, Trigger Off, Multiple Read, Right/Match, and Wrong/No Match.

  • Page 51: Unpowered Outputs

    BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL 3.12.1 Unpowered Outputs  Sink  Source Figure 27: Unpowered Outputs...

  • Page 52: Powered Outputs

    ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION 3.12.2 Powered Outputs  Sink  Source Figure 28: Powered Outputs...

  • Page 53: Connecting To The Msc 900 System Controller (Optional)

    In larger scanning arrays (scanning tunnels), an MSC 900 controller can act as the system master and support up to 31 slave BCL 900i barcode scanners in an Ethernet-based connection loop (EBC). MSC 900 wiring connections are made to the front and bottom connector panels.

  • Page 54: Check Scanner Installation

    ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION 3.14 CHECK SCANNER INSTALLATION After completing the installation of your barcode scanner, confirm that the barcode scanners, MA Connection Box and/or MSC 900 Controller have been properly installed mechanically and electrically. Use the Installation Sequence at the beginning of this chapter and your application specifications to check your installation.

  • Page 55: User Interface

    4 USER INTERFACE 4.1 GETTING STARTED The BCL 900i barcode scanners are designed for ease-of-setup. The BCL 900i User Interface is a browser-based application you will use to define operating parameters, monitor read quality, construct output messages, and view diagnostics. The User Interface enables you to easily configure, fine-tune, and monitor your scanner’s operation.

  • Page 56: Starting The User Interface

    In the Subnet mask field, type 255.255.255.0 In the Default gateway field, type 0.0.0.0 Click Okay. 4. Open a web browser and enter the IP address for the BCL 900i. If the correct IP address is entered, the BCL 900i window will appear.
  • Page 57 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL 5. Enter the Password (default is LEUZE) for your system in the fields provided. 6. Select a language from those available in the Language drop-down list. 7. Select METRIC or IMPERIAL from the Units drop-down list.

  • Page 58: User Interface Basics

    4.2 USER INTERFACE BASICS 4.2.1 BCL 900i User Interface Menu Tree The functions that you can select are displayed in a menu tree on the left–hand side of the reader/controller User Interface. The function list is organized much like the hierarchy of a file system, where you can expand items that are preceded by a box ( ) to further sub–levels...

  • Page 59: Getting Help

    BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL 4.2.3 Getting Help The complete help for the BCL 900i User Interface is available in this manual. To access the complete help system: Select Utilities | Help in the User Interface menu tree.

  • Page 60: Modify Settings

    USER INTERFACE 4.3 MODIFY SETTINGS Use the Modify Settings Menu Tree selections during initial setup to configure your scanning system. If necessary, you can later make modifications to the configuration using the same menu selections.

  • Page 61: Modify Settings | System Info

    BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL 4.4 MODIFY SETTINGS | SYSTEM INFO Use System Info to identify and name the scanning system (whether it includes one scanner or an array), indicate Master or Standalone systems, discover the scanners included in the system, and distribute software from the Master scanner to Slave scanners in the system.
  • Page 62 USER INTERFACE Master Tools Discover Click Discover Scanners to automatically find all of the scanners in an array. The Scanners discovered scanners will be listed in the Device Information portion of the window. This step is only done during initial configuration and is not a troubleshooting option.
  • Page 63 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL  Replace: This is an option under the Edit drop-down list in the Unconfigured Devices section of the screen. When selected, you can select from a list of slave scanners (Those with a gray indicator, meaning the unit is not connected) in the system using MAC Address and Dev drop-down lists.

  • Page 64: Modify Settings | Global Settings

    USER INTERFACE 4.5 MODIFY SETTINGS | GLOBAL SETTINGS Use the Global Settings menu tree selections during initial setup to configure your BCL 900i Barcode Scanning System. Global settings are applied to the system Master, and then distributed by the Master Scanner to the Slave devices. If necessary, you can later make...

  • Page 65: Modify Settings | Global Settings | Operating Mode

    BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL 4.5.1 Modify Settings | Global Settings | Operating Mode Use Operating Mode to select an operating mode and configure that modes related parameters. The three operating modes available are On Line, Continuous, and PackTrack, and the available settings differ depending on the operating mode selected.
  • Page 66 USER INTERFACE 2. Enter the appropriate information in the form as described below: Operating Mode Select On Line, Continuous, or PackTrack from the Operating Mode Selection drop-down list. On Line Select 1 Input Used, 2 Inputs Used, or Serial from the On Line Options drop- down list.
  • Page 67 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL Start Input Select Active Open or Active Closed from the Active Level drop-down list.  Active Open: The input is active when there is no current flowing through IN pins. The input from the trigger source is normally closed.
  • Page 68 USER INTERFACE Active Level Select Active Open or Active Closed from the drop-down list to choose the active state of the input.  Active Open: The input is active when there is no current flowing through IN pins. The input from the verify mode source is normally closed.
  • Page 69 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL Start Input Select an input from the drop-down list to define Number the number of the input starting the reading phase. Start Input Select Active Open or Active Closed from the Active Level drop-down list. ...
  • Page 70 USER INTERFACE Beam Shutter Settings Beam Shutter Select Disabled, Triggered, or Enabled from the drop-down list. The Beam Shutter turns the laser off. The Beam Shutter option can be used to increase the overall laser diode life when used in high ambient temperature applications (over 35°...
  • Page 71 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL Serial Stop Click to activate the Text Entry Tool and String (max. create the string text used to signal the end of the 32 chars) reading phase. Use characters from NUL (00H) to ~ (7EH). Click Submit to save your text to the origin window text field, or click Cancel to return to origin window without transferring text.
  • Page 72 USER INTERFACE Continuous The reading phase is always active and allows reading two or more codes when placed along the same scan line. Code transmission is identical to the other operating modes except that there is no transmission on the serial port in case of a No Read condition.
  • Page 73 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL NOTE: When Code Filter = Tx Line: The Code Filter Depth parameter is no longer available because the application program manages an internal list which depends solely on the number of codes decoded before the Tx Line is reached.
  • Page 74 USER INTERFACE Filter Enter a timeout value in milliseconds in the field provided. A value Timeout between 40 and 15000 ms may be used. This value sets the time Value (ms) limit after which the FIFO (First In First Out) list entry is flushed. Replicate Select the check box to enable a further code filter condition same code...
  • Page 75 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL Encoder Settings Physical Select Disable or Enable from the drop-down list: Encoder  Disable: No encoder is enabled  Enable: A physical encoder is connected to the Encoder input and is enabled Encoder Enter the step value of the encoder.
  • Page 76 USER INTERFACE Mode Setting Distance Enter the distance along the Y axis from the PS (photoelectric from PS sensor) to the TX Line (transmit). Line to Tx Line  Conveyor Direction  End of Tracking Area  Tx Line  Reading Area ...
  • Page 77 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL PS Line This parameter defines the read signal Y coordinate (mm) referred to the origin of co-ordinates used for PackTrack configuration (see below). Example: Normally the PS Line coincides with the PackTrack reference where X, Y, Z = 0.
  • Page 78 USER INTERFACE Window Enter a Window Dimension in the field provided. Dimension The measurement of a barcode position in absolute coordinates performed by the scanners may be affected by an error. PackTrack evaluation can fail in assigning the barcode for this reason. With the Window Dimension parameter, the Y coordinates that delimit the pack can be virtually extended to improve the assigning success rate (see the following figure).
  • Page 79 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL Beam Select Disabled, Triggered, or Enabled from the drop-down list. Shutter The Beam Shutter turns the laser off. The Beam Shutter option can be used to increase the overall laser diode life when used in high ambient temperature applications (over 35°...

  • Page 80: Modify Settings | Global Settings | Barcode Settings Table

    USER INTERFACE 4.5.2 Modify Settings | Global Settings | Barcode Settings Table Use Barcode Settings Table to select and configure barcodes to be read in your application. To edit the Barcode Settings: 1. In the tree menu under Modify Settings, navigate to Global Settings | Barcode Settings Table.
  • Page 81 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL Maximum Displays the maximum barcode character length for that row's symbology. Length Barcode n NOTE: Input fields will vary depending on the selected symbology. Enable Select the Enable check box to activate the selected barcode. Deselect the Enable check box to disable the selected barcode.
  • Page 82 USER INTERFACE Pattern Match Click to activate the Text Entry Tool and create a pattern match string. A code can String (max. also be identified by its content. A pattern matching string is programmable for each 200 chars) code and if the read codes do not match the defined string, a No Read Event will be returned.
  • Page 83 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL The following is an example of a very complex string where ? and* are used both as commands and as characters:  Match String = *45<NUL>??*??AC<NUL>*251?*  Example Code = GEN45?3iusdsAC*2516300 NOTE: For Codabar codes the start/stop characters must be considered in the match conditions.
  • Page 84 USER INTERFACE Bar Count Select Variable or an available value from the drop-down list. The Bar Count allows to further specify the number of elements in the read code for Code 128, GS1-128, Code 93, ISBT 128 or Code 39 Full ASCII. For these codes, the same number of barcode elements (bars + spaces) can be associated with a different number of characters.
  • Page 85 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL Stop Char Select Disabled, Lower Case, or Upper Case from the drop-down list. This parameter is available only for Codabar code symbologies. It allows transmitting the code stop character:  Disabled: The character is not selected;...

  • Page 86: Modify Settings | Global Settings | Barcode Configuration

    USER INTERFACE 4.5.3 Modify Settings | Global Settings | Barcode Configuration Use Barcode Configuration to configure how the system defines a no read barcode, and configure and filter NOREAD messages. To edit the Barcode Configuration: 1. In the tree menu under Modify Settings, navigate to Global Settings | Barcode Configuration.
  • Page 87 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL Barcode Configuration > Single Label When Single Label has been selected from the Code Combination drop-down list, the Barcode Configuration window reveals related input fields. Enter the appropriate information in the form as described below: Field Name...
  • Page 88 USER INTERFACE Multi-Filter Settings Contained Select the check box to reveal the Max Number of Different Characters field. Filter When checked, this filter attempts to eliminate false multiple reads by determining if a short code read is "contained in" (is a sub-string of), another longer code read. This condition implicates that the short code is probably a misread of the same longer code and therefore should be ignored, (should not be considered as a multiple read of a different code).
  • Page 89 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL Max Number Enter a value from 0 to 5 in the field provided to define the maximum number of different of Different characters allowed to still consider a code as being included in another one and therefore Characters to be filtered.

  • Page 90: Strip Filter Settings

    USER INTERFACE Enter the minimum number of scanners that must read a barcode for it to be considered Minimum a valid read. Readings Difference Between Scanners Filter Out With the check box selected, if only 1 scanner reads a code it will be considered a Single NOREAD.
  • Page 91 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL Barcode Configuration > Standard Multi Label When Standard Multi Label has been selected from the Code Combination drop-down list, the Barcode Configuration window reveals related input fields. NOTE: In case of Multi Label, the codes will be distinguished EITHER by their symbology, OR by their contents.
  • Page 92 USER INTERFACE Multiple Read String parameters which allow setting a Local No Read String and a Local Multiple string for each defined code symbology. No Read String (max. Click to activate the Text Entry Tool and create a string to be displayed 128 chars) when Global No Read Message is selected from the No Read Message drop-down list.
  • Page 93 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL Rule 1: the shorter code is considered contained in the longer code if the character string is found in the same order; the longer code may have a single block of characters in any position (before, after or in between the...
  • Page 94 USER INTERFACE Voting Filter Select the check box to reveal the Max Number of Different Characters field. When selected, this filter attempts to eliminate false multiple reads by comparing the number of different characters by position between two codes of the same type and length. This condition implicates that reading a code of the same type and length having very few different characters is probably a misread of the code itself and therefore the code read the least number of times should be ignored, (should not be considered as a multiple read of a...

  • Page 95: Strip Filter Settings

    BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL STRIP FILTER SETTINGS Strip All Non Select the check box to remove all non- printable ASCII characters from the Printable Chars code (000-020 and 127). Char(s) to be Click to activate the Text Entry Tool and enter specific characters to be Stripped stripped from the code.
  • Page 96 USER INTERFACE Barcode Configuration > Logical Combination When Logical Combination has been selected from the Code Combination drop-down list, the Barcode Configuration window reveals related input fields. 1. Enter the appropriate information in the form as described below:...
  • Page 97 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL Field Name Action/Definition Code Combination Standard Multi Label has been selected. Logical Click to activate the code group selection dialog box. Combination Rule Select the number of groups you wish to use from the Number of Groups drop- down list.
  • Page 98 USER INTERFACE Examples: Logical Combination Rule For all the following examples the No Read Message parameter is set to Global No Read Message. Example 1 Code label setting#1 = Code 128 Logical Combination Rule = 1&1 Defines 2 groups, each of them expecting a Code 128 label. Decoded Code Symbology Output Message...
  • Page 99 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL Example 3 Code label setting#1 = EAN 8 Code label setting#2 = UPC-A Logical Combination Rule = 1&1&1^2 Defines three different groups. The first two groups expect an EAN 8 label while the third one expects an EAN 8 label OR an UPC-A label.
  • Page 100 USER INTERFACE Example 4 Code label setting#1 = Code 93 Code label setting#2 = Interleaved 2/5 Code label setting#3= EAN-8 Code label setting#4= UPC-A Logical Combination Rule = 1^2&3^4 Defines 2 groups, each of them expecting one of the defined code types. The first group may expect a Code 93 label or an Interleaved 2/5 label.
  • Page 101 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL No Read Message Select Disable No Read Message, Global No Read Message, or Local No Read(s) Message from the drop-down list. The No Read condition occurs whenever a code cannot be read or decoded.  Disable No Read Message: The No Read Message is not transmitted.
  • Page 102 USER INTERFACE Multi Filters Select the check box to display the Multi-Filter Settings options. Multi-Filter Settings Contained Filter Select the check box to reveal the Max Number of Different Characters field. When checked, this filter attempts to eliminate false multiple reads by determining if a short code read is "contained in"...
  • Page 103 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL value of this parameter, the codes are considered as different and will not be filtered (a multiple read of a different code occurs). If the number of different characters between the compared codes is less than or equal to the value of this parameter, the short code is considered as a sub- string of the longer code and will be filtered (no multiple read occurs).
  • Page 104 USER INTERFACE Enter the minimum number of scanners that must read a barcode for it to be Minimum Readings considered a valid read. Difference Between Scanners Filter Out Single With the check box selected, if only 1 scanner reads a code it will be considered Readings a NOREAD.
  • Page 105 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL Barcode Configuration > Code Collection When Code Collection has been selected from the Code Combination drop-down list, the Barcode Configuration window reveals related input fields. 1. Enter the appropriate information in the form as described below:...
  • Page 106 USER INTERFACE No Read String Click to activate the Text Entry Tool and create a string to be displayed (max. 128 chars) when Global No Read Message is selected from the No Read Message drop- down list. Click Submit to save your text to the origin window text field, or click Cancel to return to origin window without transferring text.
  • Page 107 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL Multi-Filter Settings Contained Filter Select the check box to reveal the Max Number of Different Characters field. When checked, this filter attempts to eliminate false multiple reads by determining if a short code read is "contained in" (is a sub-string of), another longer code read.
  • Page 108 USER INTERFACE If the number of different characters between the compared codes is less than or equal to the value of this parameter, the short code is considered as a sub- string of the longer code and will be filtered (no multiple read occurs). Examples: If Max Number of Different Characters = 2: The code 123456 read once, is considered the same as the following codes...

  • Page 109: Strip Filter Settings

    BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL Filter Out Single With the check box selected, if only 1 scanner reads a code it will be considered Readings a NOREAD. Strip Filter Select the check box to display the Strip Filter Settings options. This is a second level filter that when enabled allows eliminating characters not managed by the host.

  • Page 110: Modify Settings | Global Settings | Serial Ports

    USER INTERFACE 4.5.4 Modify Settings | Global Settings | Serial Ports Use the Serial Ports menu tree selections during initial setup to configure any serial ports used by your barcode scanning system. If necessary, you can later make modifications to the global system settings using the same menu selections, including: Modify Settings | Global Settings | Serial Ports | Main Port Use Main Port window to configure communication between the scanner and the Host, or in...
  • Page 111 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL 2. Enter the appropriate information in the form as described below: Field Name Action/Definition Data Tx Select the check box to enabled Data Tx. If selected, the Main Serial Port channel is used by the scanner to transmit data and/or messages.
  • Page 112 USER INTERFACE Parity Select None, Odd, or Even from the drop-down list. Parity is a parameter indicating the presence of a control bit in the communication protocol frame. Data Bits Select 7 or 8 from the drop-down list. Data Bits is a parameter indicating the number of bits composing the data packet of the communication protocol frame.
  • Page 113 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL 2. Enter the appropriate information in the form as described below: Field Name Action/Definition Search for MA Select the check box to automatically search for a BM100 storage module BM100 at Device when the scanner is powered on.

  • Page 114: Modify Settings | Global Settings | Ethernet

    Ethernet supports many different network protocols; Leuze electronic scanners support IP plus TCP or UDP over Ethernet and 802.3 frame format as Ethernet protocol low level.
  • Page 115 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL Modify Settings | Global Settings | Ethernet | Line Settings Use the Line Settings window to define and report the fundamental information about the system. To edit the Line Settings: 1. In the tree menu under Modify Settings, navigate to Global Settings | Ethernet | Line Settings.
  • Page 116 USER INTERFACE Setup Network (ETH2) Setup IP Enter the Internet Protocol (IP) network address for ETH2 (Setup) in the field Address provided. Consult your network administrator to obtain a new address. Setup Netmask Enter the subnet mask address for ETH2 (Setup) in the field provided. Consult your network administrator to obtain a new address.
  • Page 117 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL Modify Settings | Global Settings | Ethernet | User Sockets Use the User Sockets (User Socket Settings) window to setup, edit, and configure numbered user sockets for your barcode scanning system. User sockets are another interface available for the Ethernet communication.

  • Page 118: User Socket N

    USER INTERFACE USER SOCKET N Enable User Select the check box to enable User Sockets and reveal the related configuration Socket options. Enable Data Select the check box to enable User Sockets and reveal the related configuration Transmission options. When enabled, Ethernet User Socket is selected as the channel to be used by the scanner for transmitting data and/or messages.
  • Page 119 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL Protocol Select TCP (Transmission Control Protocol) or UDP (User Datagram Protocol) from the drop-down list to define the protocol to be used for the Ethernet communication. NOTE: When using the UDP protocol:  The User Socket Client Port is bound to the Server Port.
  • Page 120 USER INTERFACE 2. Enter the appropriate information in the form as described below: Field Name Action/Definition Enable Select the check box to enable Ethernet/IP and reveal the related configuration Ethernet/IP options. Digital Input Lines Trigger (Input 1) Select Disable or Enable from the drop-down list. Echo Select Enable to echo the status of scanner Input 1 to the Ethernet Client via bit 0 in Byte 0 (LSB) of the Input Area.
  • Page 121 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL Modify Settings | Global Settings | Ethernet | WebSentinel Use the WebSentinel™ window to enable and configure the barcode scanner for use with WebSentinel. To enable or disable WebSentinel: 1. In the tree menu under Modify Settings, navigate to Global Settings | Ethernet | WebSentinel.

  • Page 122: Modify Settings | Global Settings | Messaging

    Modify Settings | Global Settings | Messaging Use the Messaging selections during initial setup to configure system messaging for your BCL 900i barcode scanner. If necessary, you can later make modifications to the configuration using the same menu selections, including: Modify Settings | Global Settings | Messaging | Message Format Use the Message Format window to configure Standard or Advanced system messages.
  • Page 123 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL 2. Enter the appropriate information in the form as described below: Messaging Formatting Message Select Standard or Advanced from the Format Type drop-down list. Format Message Tx Select On Decoding or After Reading Phase Off from the drop-down list. Message Tx...
  • Page 124 USER INTERFACE Header Tx Select With Data or After Reading Phase On from the drop-down list. If With Data is Start selected, the header will be transmitted with data. If After Reading Phase On is selected, the header will be transmitted after the reading phase activation. See illustration below: Header TX Header TX...
  • Page 125 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL Data Packet Click to activate the Text Entry Tool and create a Data Packet Separators in the Separators text field provided. The Data Packet Separators (up to 128 bytes) are used to separate (max. 128 barcodes in the reading phase. Use characters from NUL (00H) to ~ (7EH).
  • Page 126 USER INTERFACE Code Field This parameter is only available when Fixed is selected as the Code Field Length Length Setting. Enter length of the code field to be transmitted (in number of characters/digits) in the field provided. Data This parameter is only available when Fixed is selected as the Code Field Length Justifica- Setting.
  • Page 127 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL Code Identifier Strings This section of the Message Format window is only available when User Specified is selected as the Code Identifier. Click to activate the Text Entry Tool and create a custom code identifier string for any listed code symbology. Click Submit to save your text to the origin window text field, or click Cancel to return to origin window without transferring text.
  • Page 128 USER INTERFACE Format Type: Advanced Select a Select a numbered message you wish to modify from the drop-down list. Message Number to Modify Advanced Format: Message Definition n Message Select the check box for each port or socket that should receive the message. Destination Message Indicates the destination of the message.
  • Page 129 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL Terminator Terminator Click to activate the Text Entry Tool and create a in the text field provided. Terminators (up to 128 bytes) can be defined and transmitted as a block following the barcode(s). Use characters from NUL (00H) to ~ (7EH).
  • Page 130 USER INTERFACE Code Select Disable, Standard AIM ID, or User Specified from the drop-down list. A Code Identifier Identifier string can be included in the output message.  If Disable is selected, no code identifier is included in the output message. ...
  • Page 131 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL Modify Settings | Global Settings | Messaging | Message Builder Use the Message Builder window to create Standard or Advanced system messages. To use the Message Builder: 1. In the tree menu under Modify Settings, navigate to Global Settings | Messaging | Message Builder.
  • Page 132 USER INTERFACE Move up Click to move the selected message item up one level in the list. Move down Click to move the selected message item down one level in the list. Remove Click to remove the selected message item. Item n Definition Item Type Select Text String, Code Related Item, or Package Related Item from the drop-...
  • Page 133 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL  Average Code Position: Average position of the code in the scan line (Average of Minimum and Maximum Code Position)  Minimum Code Position: Minimum position of the code in the scan line (closest to the left side/connector side of the scanner) ...
  • Page 134 USER INTERFACE  End Trigger Encoder Value: Indicates the encoder/tachometer pulse value when the package exits the trigger PS  Transmit Encoder Value: Indicates the encoder/tachometer pulse value when the data transmit occurs  Current Trigger Count: Indicates the number of trigger cycles that have occurred ...
  • Page 135 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL Modify Settings | Global Settings | Messaging | Statistics Use the Statistics window to select the desired statistical counters, making up the statistics field, and relative statistics field separator string to be sent to the system by the Stand Alone or Master scanner.
  • Page 136 USER INTERFACE Separator Click to activate the Text Entry Tool and create a Separator in the text field provided. Separator strings (up to 32 bytes) can be created and will be inserted between the last item in the Data field and the first item in the Statistics field. NOTE: A fixed <space>...
  • Page 137 Index message is received on the same communication interface, only the last one will be accepted. These strings will be received by the BCL 900i Master or MSC 900 and included within its output message according to the following order: 1.
  • Page 138 USER INTERFACE To edit the Protocol Index settings: 1. In the tree menu under Modify Settings, navigate to Global Settings | Messaging | Protocol Index. The Protocol Index window opens. 2. Enter the appropriate information in the form as described below: Field Name Action/Definition Protocol Index...
  • Page 139 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL Terminator Click to activate the Text Entry Tool and create a Terminator to be defined and transmitted as a block following the Protocol Index string sent by the Host. Use characters from NUL (00H) to ~ (7EH).
  • Page 140 USER INTERFACE Modify Settings | Global Settings | Messaging | Pass-Thru Use the Pass-Thru window to pass a message received on ANY port (serial or user socket connection) to any other port(s). Applications can also be implemented to connect a device such as a hand-held reader to any serial or network port for additional manual code reading capability.
  • Page 141 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL 2. Enter the appropriate information in the form as described below: Field Name Action/Definition Source Select the check box(es) following the Main Serial Port, Aux Serial Port, or numbered User Socket you wish to modify. String Enter the maximum length of the expected string to be received.
  • Page 142 USER INTERFACE Modify Settings | Global Settings | Messaging | Diagnostics Messages Use the Diagnostic Message window to select the parameters managing diagnostic message transmission by the Stand Alone or Master scanner. o edit the Diagnostic Message settings: 1. In the tree menu under Modify Settings, navigate to Global Settings | Messaging | Diagnostic Message.
  • Page 143 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL Message Format Header String Click to activate the Text Entry Tool to define the header string (up to 128 characters) as a block preceding the diagnostic message. Use characters from NUL (00H) to ~ (7EH). Click Submit to save your text to the origin window text field, or click Cancel to return to origin window without transferring text.

  • Page 144: Modify Settings | Global Settings | Digital I/O

    USER INTERFACE 4.5.7 Modify Settings | Global Settings | Digital I/O Use the Digital I/O window to configure the digital inputs and outputs for your barcode scanning system. o edit the Digital I/O settings: 1. In the tree menu under Modify Settings, navigate to Global Settings | Digital I/O. The Digital I/O window opens.
  • Page 145 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL Select Active Closed or Active Open from the drop-down list. (Input 3)  Active Closed: Input 3 is active when current flows through IN3 pins. Active Level  Active Open: Input 3 is active when there is no current flowing through IN3 pins.
  • Page 146 USER INTERFACE Secondary Select a Secondary (Alternate) Activation Event from the drop-down Activation list (see below). Event  None: The output is always in line state.  Complete Read: The event occurs, if all selected codes are read.  Partial Read: The event occurs, if less than the selected codes are read.

  • Page 147: Modify Settings | Global Settings | Diagnostics

    BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL 4.5.8 Modify Settings | Global Settings | Diagnostics Use the Diagnostics window to configure the digital inputs and outputs for your barcode scanning system. o edit the Diagnostics settings: 1. In the tree menu under Modify Settings, navigate to Global Settings | Diagnostics.
  • Page 148 USER INTERFACE No Phase Select Disable or a time interval in seconds or minutes from the drop-down list. If a Timeout time interval is selected, a stuck sensor will report an error after the selected interval. 3. When you have finished making changes, click Update to save or click Reset to revert to the previously saved values.

  • Page 149: Modify Settings | Global Settings | Energy Saving

    BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL 4.5.9 Modify Settings | Global Settings | Energy Saving Use the Energy Saving window to activating/deactivate energy saving feature. In particular, it allows turning network scanner motors and lasers on or off according to specific conditions.
  • Page 150 USER INTERFACE  Activation and Deactivation: The digital input is used to both activate and deactivate the Energy Saving. Thus, the motor and laser of all network scanners will be turned on/off. Activation Select a minute value from the drop-down list. This parameter is available only when Encoder the encoder is used for the Energy Saving activation.
  • Page 151 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL Click to activate the Text Entry Tool and create a Terminator to define a terminator (1 byte) and transmit it as a block following the activation/deactivation string sent to the Master or Stand Alone scanner. Use characters from NUL (00H) to ~ (7EH).
  • Page 152 USER INTERFACE Activation NOTE: This parameter is available only when a communication channel String has been selected to perform the Activation or Activation and Deactivation function. Click to activate the Text Entry Tool and create a string that defines the characters to be transmitted within the output message to activate the Energy Saving.
  • Page 153 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL Deactivation NOTE: This parameter is available only when a communication channel String has been selected to perform the Deactivation or Activation and Deactivation function. Click to activate the Text Entry Tool and create a character string to be transmitted within the output message to deactivate the Energy Saving.

  • Page 154: Modify Settings | Global Settings | Hmi Settings (Human-Machine Interface)

    USER INTERFACE 4.5.10 Modify Settings | Global Settings | HMI Settings (Human-Machine Interface) Use the HMI Settings window to configure some aspects of the scanner LEDs and HMI interface. o view and edit the HMI Settings: 1. In the tree menu under Modify Settings, navigate to Global Settings | HMI Settings. The HMI Settings window opens.
  • Page 155 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL Test Mode Exit Select Disable or a second value from the drop-down list. This indicates how long Timeout the scanner will stay in Test mode. Auto Learn Exit Select Disable or a second value from the drop-down list. This indicates how long Timeout the scanner will stay in Learn mode.

  • Page 156: Device Settings

    Use the Device Settings Menu Tree selections during initial mounting and setup to view device information and configure your BCL 900i barcode scanner(s). If multiple scanners are used in a tunnel or array, each named scanner will be listed under Device Settings with the sub-menus Device Info, Mounting, and Options.

  • Page 157: Device Settings | Device Name | Device Info

    BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL 4.6.1 Device Settings | Device Name | Device Info Use the Device Info window to information about each device in the system including description, serial number, and address. o view the Device Info window: 1. In the tree menu under Modify Settings, navigate to Device Settings | Device Name (if applicable) | Device Info.
  • Page 158 Displays the hardware release number of the device. Release Number Legs Displays the number of laser legs (beams) produced by the device. Each BCL 900i (Line) scanner has 1 leg. Number Lasers Displays the number or lasers used by the scanner.

  • Page 159: Device Settings | Device Name | Mounting

    BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL 4.6.2 Device Settings | Device Name | Mounting Use the Mounting window to configure some aspects of the scanner LEDs and HMI interface. o view and edit the Mounting settings: 1. In the tree menu under Modify Settings, navigate to Device Settings | Device Name (if applicable) | Mounting.
  • Page 160 USER INTERFACE PackTrack Click Launch Wizard to open the PackTrack Calibration Wizard. See section 5.6 Calibration PackTrack for the complete procedure for using the wizard to set up your barcode Wizard scanner. Calibration Y Adjustment Enter the scanner adjustment from Y axis in millimeters in the Adjustments field provided.

  • Page 161: Device Settings | Device Name | Options

    BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL 4.6.3 Device Settings | Device Name | Options Use the Options window to configure some aspects of the scanner LEDs and HMI interface. o view and edit the Options settings: 1. In the tree menu under Modify Settings, navigate to Device Settings | Device Name (if applicable) | Options.
  • Page 162 USER INTERFACE NOTE: This option is only available for the BCL 900i scanner. Field of View Enter the field of view (FOV) stop angle in the field provided. This will adjust the Stop Angle stop FOV angle to that specified.

  • Page 163: Diagnostics

    BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL 4.7 DIAGNOSTICS Use the Diagnostics menu tree selections to monitor your barcode scanning system performance, view system messages, and access online help. The Diagnostic windows include:...

  • Page 164: Diagnostics | Monitor

    USER INTERFACE 4.7.1 Diagnostics | Monitor Use the Diagnostics > Monitor as the primary tool to monitor the reader's operation and bar code readability in real-time. Status indicators and vital statistics appear on a single screen, enabling you to effectively and efficiently detect and troubleshoot any problems that may occur.
  • Page 165 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL Multiple indicates more codes than desired were read. Partial indicates a partial read. Output 1 / indicates activity on that output. Output 2 Belt Speed Indicates the current speed of the belt indicated by the encoder (tachometer).

  • Page 166: Diagnostics | Read Test

    USER INTERFACE 4.7.2 Diagnostics | Read Test Use the Read Test window to check how well a scanner is operating. To test a scanner's operation: 1. In the tree menu under Diagnostics, navigate to Read Test. The Read Test window opens.

  • Page 167: Diagnostics | Status Viewer

    BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL 4.7.3 Diagnostics | Status Viewer Use the Status Viewer to check up on your scanner health. To access and use the Status Viewer: 1. In the tree menu under Diagnostics, navigate to Status Viewer. The Status Viewer window opens.
  • Page 168 USER INTERFACE  Read Rate: displays read rate and package count information.  H/W Info: displays information about the selected hardware, including model, serial number, scans/second, laser information, and more.  Counters: displays cumulative data about scans, triggers, errors, and much more.
  • Page 169 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL  Message Log: displays messages logged since the last clear command. 4. Click Clear to clear out the Message Log. You can also enter a specific system command in the field provided at the bottom of the...

  • Page 170: Utilities

    USER INTERFACE 4.8 UTILITIES Use the Utilities menu tree selections to backup, restore, and update system firmware, or to reboot the scanner. The Utilities windows include: 4.8.1 Utilities | Backup or Restore Use Backup or Restore to save all the settings to the dimensioner and backup the settings to the Backup Module and/or file.
  • Page 171 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL Restore Flash When this option is selected, click OK to retrieve the settings to the Backup Memory Module in the MA. A progress box displays the percent complete of the restore operation. File When this option is selected, a Choose File button is revealed. Click Choose File to open a file browser and located the settings .txt file to be...

  • Page 172: Utilities | Reboot

    USER INTERFACE 4.8.2 Utilities | Reboot Use the Reboot window the restart the scanner or system. To use the Reboot function: 1. In the tree menu under Utilities, click Reboot Info. The Reboot window opens. 2. Click Reboot. A confirmation box appears. 3.

  • Page 173: Utilities | Update Firmware

    BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL 4.8.3 Utilities | Update Firmware Use Update Firmware to reload the scanner system firmware. CAUTION: This function should only be performed under the guidance of Leuze electronic Technical Support. To Extract Image: 1. In the tree menu under Utilities, click Update Firmware. The Update Firmware window opens.
  • Page 174 USER INTERFACE To Burn Flash: 1. Click Choose File. In the browse window, select an image file (*.as) to burn to flash. NOTE: The appearance of these functions may vary from browser to browser. 2. Click Burn Flash. The graphic on-screen indicates Burn Flash is in-process. 3.

  • Page 175: Barcode Scanning Features

    BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL 5 BARCODE SCANNING FEATURES This chapter provides details on how the BCL 900i Barcode Scanning System functions during normal operation. It also helps familiarize the user with status indicator LEDs, Control Panel operation, system setup, and how the scanners can be easily and quickly replaced with a new unit if necessary.
  • Page 176 BARCODE SCANNING FEATURES 4. Position a test barcode symbol approximately 750 mm [30 inches] from the reader. Skew the bar code symbol slightly. 5. The laser(s) should scanning continuously during normal operations. (Observe the laser safety warnings.) 6. Observe the LEDs. The LEDs illuminate when the reader is scanning and decoding the bar code symbol, and indicate the rough read rate of the scan (see 5.5.1).

  • Page 177: Basic Installation Procedures With The Ma 900

    BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL 5.2 BASIC INSTALLATION PROCEDURES WITH THE MA 900 1. Mechanically install the scanner(s) according to the application drawing for your system. 2. Install the MA 900 according to the application drawing or in a location for best wiring access to scanner(s), encoder (tachometer), and photoelectric sensor.
  • Page 178 BARCODE SCANNING FEATURES 14. Adjust the barcode settings in Modify Settings | Global Settings | Barcode Settings Table according to the needs of your system. 15. In Modify Settings | Global Settings | Barcode Configuration select single, multiple, or logical combination of labels, based on your application.
  • Page 179 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL 16. Move through the menu tree to configure Serial Ports, Ethernet, and Messaging settings based on your application requirements. 17. In Global Settings | Messaging | Message Format change the Message Tx Selection to After Reading Phase OFF.

  • Page 180: Basic Installation With Msc 900 Controller

    BARCODE SCANNING FEATURES 5.3 BASIC INSTALLATION WITH MSC 900 CONTROLLER 1. Mechanically install the scanners according to the application drawing for your system. 2. Install the MSC 900 according to the application drawing or in a location for best wiring access to scanner(s), encoder (tachometer), and photoelectric sensor.
  • Page 181 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL 8. Open a browser and enter the default IP (192.168.3.100, see section 4.1.2.). The User Interface opens. NOTE: Detailed information on connecting a laptop to the system and using the User Interface is available in Chapter 4.
  • Page 182 BARCODE SCANNING FEATURES 13. Adjust the barcode settings in Modify Settings | Global Settings | Barcode Settings Table according to the needs of your system. 14. In Modify Settings | Global Settings | Barcode Configuration select single, multiple, or logical combination of labels, based on your application.
  • Page 183 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL 15. Move through the menu tree to configure Serial Ports, Ethernet, and Messaging settings based on your application requirements. 16. In Global Settings | Messaging | Message Format change the Message Tx Selection to After Reading Phase OFF.

  • Page 184: Led Indicators

    BARCODE SCANNING FEATURES 5.4 LED INDICATORS The BCL 900i barcode scanners have several tube LEDs spanning the top and front panel.  STATUS  COM/TEST  TRIGGER/LEARN  GOOD/SETUP  READY/NETCONFIG Figure 32: LED Indicators Front and Top Views The indicators have the following meanings:...

  • Page 185: Control Panel Buttons

    BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL 5.5 CONTROL PANEL BUTTONS  RESTORE  MODE Figure 33: Control Panel Buttons 5.5.1 Human Machine Interface The the intuitive Human Machine Interface is designed to improve ease of installation and maintenance. Status information is clearly presented by means of the five colored LEDs, whereas the single push button gives immediate access to the following relevant functions: ...
  • Page 186 BARCODE SCANNING FEATURES Once button is pressed and held, the cycle of LEDs activation is as follows:  RED  YELLOW  GREEN Release Button to Exit Release Button to enter Test Mode Release Button to enter Learn Mode Release Button to enter Setup Mode Release Button to enter Network Configuration Mode Figure 34: HMI LED modes...

  • Page 187: Test Mode

    BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL TEST MODE Once entered, the five LEDs are activated and if the scanner starts reading barcodes. The LEDs indicate the read rate percentage. In case of a NO READ condition, only the Status LED is on and blinks.

  • Page 188: Restore Button And Other Functions

    BARCODE SCANNING FEATURES 5.5.2 Restore Button and Other Functions Function Description Scanner Replacement Hold down RESTORE button until all LEDs turn on. After all LEDs go off, then READY LED comes back on. Parameters stored in the MA 900 are now being used in the scanner.

  • Page 189: Packtrack

    BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL 5.6 PACKTRACK™ PackTrack is a patented operating mode for Omni-Directional Reading Stations used to read and correctly assign codes read on different packs when placed in the scanner Reading Area at the same time. In fact, in the following example, the codes of two or more consecutive packs are found at the same time in the scanner reading area.
  • Page 190 BARCODE SCANNING FEATURES  Reading Area  Downstream  Transmit (Tx) Point End of Tracking  Tracking Area  Photoelectric Sensor or equivalent trigger signal (X-coordinate)  Right Side  Upstream  Conveyor Direction  Left Side  XYZ Coordinate Orientation Figure 36: Tracking Area This coordinate system is absolute for the reading station, i.e.

  • Page 191: Using The Packtrack Wizard

    Then make adjustments as necessary and repeat the test. If the scanner continues to have problems reading the barcode, contact Leuze electronic (www.leuze.de).
  • Page 192 BARCODE SCANNING FEATURES To access the PackTrack Wizard: 1. In the tree menu under Modify Settings, navigate to Device Settings | Device Name (if applicable) | Mounting. The Mounting window opens. 2. Select PackTrack Calibration from the Mounting Specifications drop-down list. 3.
  • Page 193 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL The PackTrack Calibration Wizard asks you to physically measure and enter barcode coordinates for the extremes of your barcode scanning system. You will measure and enter XYZ coordinates for barcodes in three different locations along the barcode scanners laser line(s) for each system scanner, as shown for top-mounted and side-mounted scanners in the illustrations below.
  • Page 194 BARCODE SCANNING FEATURES NOTE: A barcode test chart is included in the box with each scanner, and a code from the chart can be used for the PackTrack calibration. You may also use a standard barcode from your specific application, however, test the code to make sure the scanner reads it at 100% using Diagnostics | Read Test in the User Interface (see 4.7.2).

  • Page 195: Top-Mounted Barcode Scanner Calibration Using Packtrack

    BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL 5.6.2 Top-Mounted Barcode Scanner Calibration Using PackTrack NOTE: It is not possible to illustrate every possible installation angle and scanner mounting position in this manual. Use the following steps as a general guide to calibrating each system scanner using barcodes in three positions.
  • Page 196 BARCODE SCANNING FEATURES 3. Measure the distance for X from the edge of the conveyor bed to the center of the barcode, and enter that distance in the first box under X-Coord (mm) in the PackTrack Calibration Wizard. Your measurements will likely differ from those shown below. 4.
  • Page 197 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL  Y-distance – Trigger to scan line (box edge)  Trigger  Conveyor Direction  X-distance – Conveyor bed edge to center of barcode  Z-distance – Conveyor bed surface to scan line (top of box)
  • Page 198 BARCODE SCANNING FEATURES Your measurements will likely differ from those shown below. 10. Measure the distance for Z from the conveyor bed to the barcode (top of box), and enter that distance in the first box under Z-Coord (mm) Your measurements will likely differ from those shown below. 11.
  • Page 199 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL  Y-distance – Trigger to scan line (box edge)  Trigger  Conveyor Direction  Z-distance – Conveyor bed surface to scan line  X-distance – Conveyor bed edge to center of code Figure 40: Top-read 3 barcode placement 13.
  • Page 200 BARCODE SCANNING FEATURES Your measurements will likely differ from those shown below. 15. Measure the distance for Z from the conveyor bed to the laser line intersecting the barcode, and enter that distance in the first box under Z-Coord (mm) Your measurements will likely differ from those shown below.
  • Page 201 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL 20. When you have finished making changes, click Update to save or click Reset to revert to the previously saved values. 21. See Verifying PackTrack Calibration below.

  • Page 202: Side-Mounted Barcode Scanner Calibration Using Packtrack

    BARCODE SCANNING FEATURES 5.6.3 Side-Mounted Barcode Scanner Calibration Using PackTrack NOTE: It is not possible to illustrate every possible installation angle and scanner mounting position in this manual. Use the following steps as a general guide to calibrating each system scanner using barcodes in three positions.
  • Page 203 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL 2. Measure the distance for X from the edge of the conveyor bed to the laser line centered on the barcode, and enter that distance in the first box under X-Coord (mm) in the PackTrack Calibration Wizard.
  • Page 204 BARCODE SCANNING FEATURES  Z-distance – Conveyor bed to center of code (Top of box)  Trigger  Conveyor Direction  Y-distance – Trigger to Scan Line (Face of box)  X-distance – Conveyor bed edge to scan line Figure 42: Side-read 2 barcode placement 7.
  • Page 205 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL Your measurements will likely differ from those shown below. 9. Measure the distance for Z from the conveyor bed to the center of the barcode (top of box), and enter that distance in the first box under Z-Coord (mm) Your measurements will likely differ from those shown below.
  • Page 206 BARCODE SCANNING FEATURES  Z-distance – Conveyor bed to center of code (Top of box)  Y-distance – Trigger to Scan Line (Face of box)  Trigger  Conveyor Direction  X-distance – Conveyor bed edge to scan line Figure 43: Side-read 3 barcode placement 12.
  • Page 207 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL Your measurements will likely differ from those shown below. 14. Measure the distance for Z from the conveyor bed to the laser line intersecting the barcode, and enter that distance in the first box under Z-Coord (mm) Your measurements will likely differ from those shown below.
  • Page 208 BARCODE SCANNING FEATURES 18. Close the PackTrack Calibration Wizard window. PackTrack Calibration Coefficients have been populated on the Scanner Mounting widow. 19. When you have finished making changes, click Update to save or click Reset to revert to the previously saved values. 20.

  • Page 209: Bottom-Mounted Barcode Scanner Calibration Using Packtrack

    BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL 5.6.4 Bottom-Mounted Barcode Scanner Calibration Using PackTrack When using the PackTrack wizard to calibrate a bottom read scanner, three barcode positions are still needed for accurate calibration. For the left and right sides of the conveyor, place a barcode label face-down, overhanging the corner of a typical box for your application, as shown below.

  • Page 210: Verifying Packtrack Calibration

    BARCODE SCANNING FEATURES 5.6.5 Verifying PackTrack Calibration 1. In the menu tree, navigate to Diagnostics/Read Test. The Read Test window opens. 2. Place a barcode anywhere in the scanner's laser beam other than where you placed the labels for calibration. 3.
  • Page 211 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL  Reading Area  Downstream  Transmit (Tx) Point End of Tracking  Tracking Area  Photoelectric Sensor or equivalent trigger signal (X-coordinate)  Right Side  Upstream  Conveyor Direction  Left Side  XYZ Coordinate Orientation Figure 44: Tracking Area 5.
  • Page 212 BARCODE SCANNING FEATURES...

  • Page 213: Replacing An Installed Bcl 900I

    BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL 5.7 REPLACING AN INSTALLED BCL 900I If for any reason, a scanner fails, it can be replaced quickly with a spare unit with parameters recovered from flash memory or a saved parameter file. NOTE: This procedure assumes that system parameters have been properly saved as described in sections 4.8.1, 5.2 and 5.3.

  • Page 214: Replacing A Slave Scanner In An Array/Tunnel Automatically

    BARCODE SCANNING FEATURES 7. Once the scanner has booted up and the READY LED lights solid green, press and hold the RESTORE button until all of the LEDs turn on, indicating that the parameters are being restored from the MA 900’s Backup Module. 8.

  • Page 215: Replacing A Slave Scanner In An Array/Tunnel Using Restore

    BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL 5.7.3 Replacing a Slave Scanner in an Array/Tunnel Using Restore If the Enable Automatic Slave Replacement check box has NOT been selected and saved in the system parameters, use the following procedure to replace a slave scanner: 1.

  • Page 216: Checking The Operation Of The Replacement

    BARCODE SCANNING FEATURES 5.7.5 Checking the Operation of the Replacement With the scanner replaced and your PC connected to the system, navigate to Modify Setting/System Info from the User Interface menu tree. The System Info window opens. The Device Information section of the window should now list all of the scanners (and an MSC 900 Controller if used), including the scanner you just replaced.

  • Page 217: Typical Layouts

    Other layouts require the use of a specific MSC 900 Controller model. The accessories and cables indicated in the following figures are Leuze electronic products. We suggest their use to guarantee the correct system functioning.
  • Page 218 BARCODE SCANNING FEATURES MSC 900: Basic Layout: Ethernet TCP/IP To Host  AS-Interface (AS-I) Power Backbone  EBC Ring layout  Ethernet  Laptop  Encoder (M12)  Trigger (M12) (1) PWR Cable AS-I 10 m/25 m (2) PWR Cable M12 – AS-I 1 m/2 m (3) Ethernet Cable M12-M12 Straight-Straight 1 m/3 m/5 m (4) Ethernet Cable M12-M12 Straight-90°...
  • Page 219  Other I/O (6) KB 900 - 1000 MSC Figure 46 – Large Synchronized Network with BCL 900i Scanners MSC 900: Basic Layout: COM To Host If the Host supports a COM communication type (RS232 or RS422) rather than the Ethernet one, use the MA 900 accessory, as shown below.

  • Page 220: Code Reconstruction Technology (Crt)

    With just a set of partial scans on the label (obtained using the motion of the label itself), the BCL 900i is able to “reconstruct” the barcode. A typical set of partial scans is shown in the figure below: ...

  • Page 221: Tilt Angle For Code Reconstruction Technology

    BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL 5.9.1 Tilt Angle for Code Reconstruction Technology The most important parameter in Code Reconstruction Technology is the value of the maximum tilt angle (maximum) under which the code reconstruction process is still possible.  Laser Beam ...

  • Page 222: Minimum Code Height For Code Reconstruction Technology

    BARCODE SCANNING FEATURES 5.9.2 Minimum Code Height For Code Reconstruction Technology Based on the scanner read rate of 1000 scans/sec., minimum label heights at different conveyor speeds are given in the tables below. Refer to the reading diagrams in section 5.10 for further details on the reading features. These diagrams are taken on various resolution sample codes at a 25 C ambient temperature depending on the conditions listed under each diagram.
  • Page 223 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL Minimum Code Height for CRT Reading (mm) 45° 30° Conveyor Speed (m/s) 0.25 0.30 0.33 Code 128 – GS1-128 Code Resolution 0.38 (mm) 0.50 0.72 1.00 Table 3 Minimum Code Height for CRT Reading (mm) 45°...

  • Page 224: Reading Diagram

    How to identify the scanner model: The model type is shown on the serial label. Figure 52 – Identifying the scanner model  BCL 900i SN 102 is High Density Resolution  BCL 900i SM 102 is Medium Density Resolution...

  • Page 225: Bcl 900I Sm 102

    Tilt not greater than +/- 45°  BCL 900i SM 102 0.33 mm/13 mil  BCL 900i SM 102 0.38 mm/15 mil  BCL 900i SM 102 0.50 mm/20 mil Figure 53 – Reading Diagram, BCL 900i SM 102 Combined...
  • Page 226 ANSI Contrast Grade 84 % or greater Skew not greater than +/- 15° ANSI “Grade A” Print Quality Tilt not greater than +/- 45°  BCL 900i SM 102 0.33 mm/13 mil Figure 54 – Reading Diagram, BCL 900i SM 102 0.33 mm/13 mil...
  • Page 227 ANSI Contrast Grade 84 % or greater Skew not greater than +/- 15° ANSI “Grade A” Print Quality Tilt not greater than +/- 45°  BCL 900i SM 102 0.38 mm/15 mil Figure 55 – Read Chart: BCL 900i SM 102 0.38 mm/15 mil...
  • Page 228 ANSI Contrast Grade 84 % or greater Skew not greater than +/- 15° ANSI “Grade A” Print Quality Tilt not greater than +/- 45°  BCL 900i SM 102 0.50 mm/20 mil Figure 56 – Read Chart: BCL 900i SM 102 0.50 mm/20 mil...

  • Page 229: Bcl 900I Sn 102

     BCL 900i SN 102 0.25 mm/10 mil  BCL 900i SN 102 0.30 mm/12 mil  BCL 900i SN 102 0.33 mm/13 mil  BCL 900i SN 102 0.38 mm/15 mil Figure 57 – Reading Diagram, BCL 900i SN 102 Combined...
  • Page 230 ANSI Contrast Grade 84 % or greater Skew not greater than +/- 15° ANSI “Grade A” Print Quality Tilt not greater than +/- 45°  BCL 900i SN 102 0.25 mm/10 mil Figure 58 – Reading Diagram, BCL 900i SN 102 0.25 mm/10 mil...
  • Page 231 ANSI Contrast Grade 84 % or greater Skew not greater than +/- 15° ANSI “Grade A” Print Quality Tilt not greater than +/- 45°  BCL 900i SN 102 0.30 mm/12 mil Figure 59 – Reading Diagram, BCL 900i SN 102 0.30 mm/12 mil...
  • Page 232 ANSI Contrast Grade 84 % or greater Skew not greater than +/- 15° ANSI “Grade A” Print Quality Tilt not greater than +/- 45°  BCL 900i SN 102 0.33 mm/13 mil Figure 60 – Reading Diagram, BCL 900i SN 102 0.33 mm/13 mil...
  • Page 233 ANSI Contrast Grade 84 % or greater Skew not greater than +/- 15° ANSI “Grade A” Print Quality Tilt not greater than +/- 45°  BCL 900i SN 102 0.38 mm/15 mil Figure 61 – Reading Diagram, BCL 900i SN 102 0.38 mm/15 mil...

  • Page 234: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE 6 MAINTENANCE 6.1 OVERVIEW This chapter provides instructions for maintaining optimum performance and life for your BCL 900i barcode scanners. It provides specific information on:  Maintenance Procedures  Exterior Cleaning  Mounting Hardware Checks  Wiring Connection Checks...

  • Page 235: Maintenance Tasks

    BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL 6.2 MAINTENANCE TASKS Perform the maintenance tasks on an “as needed” basis to assure proper operation of the barcode scanner. Task schedule frequency depends upon the application environment conditions. It only requires a few minutes to complete each maintenance task.

  • Page 236: Cleaning The Exit Window

    MAINTENANCE 6.2.1 Cleaning the Exit Window  Exit window Figure 62: Exit window locations WARNING: Shut down the scanner before performing this maintenance task. Do not stare into the scanner’s exit window at the laser light. Avoid direct eye exposure. The laser light level does not constitute a health hazard, however staring at the laser light for prolonged periods could result in eye damage.

  • Page 237: Cleaning The Photoelectric Sensor

    BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL 6.2.2 Cleaning the Photoelectric Sensor If your application uses the photoelectric sensor option as a hardware trigger, be sure to clean the photoelectric sensor periodically as outlined below. 1. Turn off the product transport. 2. Turn off the scanner by disconnecting the power source.

  • Page 238: Cleaning The Tachometer

    MAINTENANCE 6.2.3 Cleaning the Tachometer If your application uses the tachometer option for tracking purposes, be sure to clean the tachometer wheels periodically as outlined below. 1. Turn off the product transport. 2. Turn off the scanner by disconnecting the power source. 3.

  • Page 239: Tighten Mounting Hardware

    Verify Barcode Scanner Operation If after performing maintenance, the barcode scanning system continues to perform below the normal operations experienced with the system under normal daily conditions, contact Leuze electronic through our website at www.leuze.de. 6.2.7 Verify Photoelectric Sensor Operation 1.

  • Page 240: Verify Tachometer Operation

    MAINTENANCE 6.2.8 Verify Tachometer Operation Rotate the tachometer wheel slowly. The ENC/TACH LED in the MA 900 or the TACH LED on the MSC 900 should flash indicating the tachometer is operational. Also, you can view the belt speed by navigating to Diagnostics | Monitor in the User Interface (see section 4.7.1).

  • Page 241: Troubleshooting

    For further information on training, contact us through the Leuze electronic website at www.leuze.de. NOTE: When contacting Leuze electronic for help with a scanner, please be ready to share the unit serial number with the Leuze electronic technician. The unit’s serial number tag is located on the device, where shown below.

  • Page 242: Error Codes And Resolutions

    TROUBLESHOOTING 7.1 ERROR CODES AND RESOLUTIONS Error Description Severity Explanation Symptom Troubleshooting Action required Code Node not Error In a Master/Slave - The scanning - In a tunnel - Make sure cables responding configuration, the tunnel's no-read configuration, are connected. Master monitors the rate increases.
  • Page 243 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL Error Description Severity Explanation Symptom Troubleshooting Action required Code Encoder Warning No encoder - The scanner may - Confirm that the - Adjust the Timeout (tachometer) is experience an belt is running. encoder detected in specified...
  • Page 244 TROUBLESHOOTING Error Description Severity Explanation Symptom Troubleshooting Action required Code Encoder Error Phase input (trigger - No data will be - Check - Adjust, realign, or Failure source) is activated transmitted to Diagnostics | replace the while encoder the host. Monitor to see if encoder (tachometer) is...
  • Page 245 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL Error Description Severity Explanation Symptom Troubleshooting Action required Code Ethernet Error Protocol Index Socket 5 message not Error received on User Socket 5. Ethernet Error Protocol Index Socket 6 message not Error received on User Socket 6.
  • Page 246 TROUBLESHOOTING Error Description Severity Explanation Symptom Troubleshooting Action required Code In Beam Error The scanner has an - The scanner - Put the scanner This is an internal Sensor Error in-the-beam sensor, stops reading in the test mode failure and is not which provides barcodes.
  • Page 247 BCL 900i REFERENCE MANUAL Error Description Severity Explanation Symptom Troubleshooting Action required Code Network Error When the MSC 900 - The system - Confirm that all - Replace faulty Ring Open is used, the scanner experiences a the scanners are scanner.

  • Page 248: Technical Features

    8 TECHNICAL FEATURES This chapter provides detailed specifications for the BCL 900i Barcode Scanning Systems. It provides specific information on:  Electrical Features  Optical Features  Reading Features  Human Machine Interface  Software Features  Environmental Features ...
  • Page 249 READING FEATURES Scan Rate Typ.:1000 scans/s/ Max. Maximum Resolution Min:0.25 mm (10 mils)/Max: 0.50 mm (20 mils) Max. Reading Distance See 5.10 reading diagrams Max. Reading Width See 5.10 reading diagrams Max. Depth of Field See 5.10 reading diagrams Aperture Angle 60 degrees Scan Pattern Type Linear...
  • Page 250 PHYSICAL FEATURES Dimensions 216 x 96 x 127 mm [8.5 x 3.8 x 5 in] Weight 2.0 kg (4.4 lb) Enclosure Aluminum Alloy Connections I/O, POWER, ETH1, ETH2; Other connections through MA 900 OTHER Service Options Installation services and on-site training Warranty 2-year limited, parts and labor ...

  • Page 251: Index

    LASER CAUTION viii Connection LASER SAFETY viii Typical 22 LED Indicators 173 Connector Panel MA 900 BCL 900i 27 Photoelectric Sensor Connection 32 Control Panel Buttons 174 Relay Configuration 39 Conventions viii MA 900 Connections 30 CRT 209 MA Connection Box...
  • Page 252 References vii Technical Features 237 Restore 159 Text Entry Tool 47 Serial Ports Troubleshooting 230 Aux Port 101 Typical Layouts 206 Main Port 99 UL Listing x Serial Ports 99 Update Firmware 162 Specifications 237 User Interface Basics 47 Standard Regulations viii Utilities 159 Startup Versions 2...

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