Code 39 Check Character Calculation - Datalogic Magellan 8300 Product Reference Manual

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Code 39 Check Character Calculation

Enables/disables calculation and verification of an optional Code 39

check character. When disabled, any check character in label is

treated as a data character.

If check calculation is disabled, the risk is increased that a misread can

In particular, if you are using variable length stitching, it is important

to use check character calculation to prevent misreads.

To set this feature:

1. Scan the SWITCH bar code.

2. Scan either the enable or disable bar code below. You'll need

to cover any unused bar codes on this and the facing page to

ensure that the scanner reads only the bar code you intend to

3. Complete the programming sequence by scanning the SWITCH

CODE 39 CHECK CHARACTER CALCULATION = DISABLE

CODE 39 CHECK CHARACTER CALCULATION = ENABLE

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