Preface Scantech ID LIBRA is a high performance, multi-interface, and omni-directional scanner. The unit comes with powerful reading sensitivity which allows hands- free bar code scanning. Bar code labels are read by presenting the label towards the scanner. Scanning labels with LIBRA hardly requires any arm movement.
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About this manual This manual contains four chapters and three appendices: The first chapter provides the product safety information. The second chapter describes LIBRA's general features and installation. The third and forth chapters account for the use of LIBRA. ...
Product Safety 1.1 LASER SAFETY English: LIBRA scanner complies with safety standard IEC60825-1 (2001) for a Class I laser product. It also complies with U.S. 21CFR1040 as applicable to a Class IIa laser product. Avoid long term viewing of direct laser light. Optical: The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard.
- EN 55022:2006 + A1:2007 - EN 61000-3-1:2006 - EN 61000-3-3:1995 + A1:2001 + A2:2005 - EN 55024:1998 + A1:2001 + A2:2003 Please note that a ScanTech ID CE-marked power supply unit should be used to confirm the product specifications stated above.
Product Safety SCANNER LABELING The product label and the laser safety label are on the back and the side of LIBRA as indicated in the illustration below. All labels are attached by the manufacturer and should not be removed. The information about the serial and part numbers can be found on the product label.
Installation 2.1 UNPACKING Your package comes with the following items: Item Name Description Scanning unit The main scanner unit with USB cable attached. EPE packing foam Use to protect package items. Required if LIBRA cannot be directly powered AC adapter set See 2.4 Powering on page 11.
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LIBRA L-7050 Exterior View Item Name Description Lights to indicate the scanner status: Blue – Standby mode, ready to read Orange – Successful read Window Reads the bar code placed in front of the window. Buzzer Beeps when data is read correctly.
Installation 2.2 CONNECTING Interface Selection LIBRA allows you to connect your host system using four different interface cables: RS232, Keyboard Wedge, USB, and Powered USB. On powering up, the scanner determines the type of the interface used and switches to the appropriate protocol.
LIBRA L-7050 Changing the interface cables By default, a USB cable is already attached to LIBRA upon receiving it. To change the interface connection, follow the steps below: 1. Hold the LIBRA upside down. 2. Remove the attached cable. 3. Connect the desired interface cable to LIBRA.
Installation 2.4 POWERING LIBRA is designed to use a single cable for both data transmission and power supply. This requires that your host system can provide sufficient power on its data port (RS232, KBW, or USB). Power injector Some applicable LIBRA interface cables have a power injector to connect an external power supply in case the host system cannot supply sufficient power for the scanner.
3.4 on the Configuration Guide. RS232 mode In RS232 mode, the default communication parameters are 9600,N,8,2. Using the Scantech-ID Configuration Guide, you may select one of the various presets, or set each parameter by hand. USB mode In USB mode, the scanner defaults to Keyboard Emulation Mode.
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Installation Other available USB communication selections are: USB IBM fixed POS scanner USB IBM handheld scanner emulation USB COM port emulation NOTE See section 3.5 USB communication on the Configuration Guide for more information.
Using LIBRA 3.1 SCANNING BARCODES LIBRA is an omni-directional presentation scanner featuring a 6 directional scan field with a 24-line scan pattern. Barcode labels can easily be read by presenting them to the scanner. NOTE Since LIBRA is a presentation scanner, best results are obtained if the barcode is moved towards the scanner.
LIBRA L-7050 3.2 CONTROLLING LIBRA can be controlled from the POS/PC system via the RS232 interface or via USB while using comport emulation. Control is achieved by transmitting single byte commands to the scanner. The following commands are available: ASCII code...
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Applications LIBRA as a Core Module of your Application Solutions Barcodes have become a distinguishing mark of modern civilization. The familiar stripes are popping up almost everywhere in everyday life: Libraries, retail stores, supermarkets, post offices, bill payment for services, law firms, shipping companies, enterprises, distributors, manufacturers, hospitals, etc.
Appendices A. CONNECTOR TYPES AND PIN DEFINITIONS LIBRA supports multiple interface: RS232, KBW (Keyboard Wedge), USB, and Powered USB. The various pin definitions for each type of interface are given below. IMPORTANT Various interface cables are available depending on the kind of host system you are using.
LIBRA L-7050 B. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Electrical DC input to scanner +5 V DC, 250 mA Power output 1.7 Watt@ +5 V DC Operating Power DC +5 V, 340mA (typical) Standby Power DC +5 V, 270mA (typical) Scanner Characteristics Light source...
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Appendices Physical Characteristics Depth 97.71 mm / 3.84 inches Width 85 mm / 3.35 inches (scanner), 94 mm / 3.70 inches (base) Height 161.51 mm / 6.36 inches Weight 350g / 12.355oz Color avilable Black(Scanner+Base) or Beige(scanner) + Dark Grey(base) Environmental Operating Temperature 0°C ~ 40°C...
LIBRA L-7050 C. TROUBLESHOOTING This section contains information on solving problems you may encounter when using the scanner. If troubles occur, take a moment to read the information in this section. However, before referring to the diagnostic tips ensure that the scanner is installed as described in Chapter 2 and that all cables are properly connected.
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USB-IBM-POS protocol for tabletop scanners. These settings are restored after programming “back to default” using the Configuration Guide. Due to Champtek’s / Scantech ID’s continuing product improvement programs, specifications and features are subject to change without notice.
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