Diagnostic Modes - Datalogic Magellan 8300 Product Reference Manual

Diagnostic Modes

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The way in which EAS labels are deactivated is depen-
EAS System —
dent upon which aftermarket EAS system was purchased and
installed. See the user's manuals and other documentation accom-
panying that EAS equipment.
If the Yellow (bottom) LED/Button is not lit, press that but-
Scale —
ton momentarily. If the scale is operating correctly, the yellow LED
will illuminate and remain on steady, and the display will show a
reading of 0.00 lb (0.000 kg for metric). If the display is blank or a
is displayed, it may be necessary to calibrate the scale
- 0 -
before continuing. Refer to
procedures.
Remote Scale Display —
metric) is displayed, then place an item on the weighing platter.
Verify that the display shows a weight and that the yellow LED goes
out. Remove the item and observe that Remote Scale Display shows
0.00 lb (0.000 kg for metric) and that the yellow LED is On.
6. Unplug the AC power cord from the outlet and disconnect the
power cord and Remote Scale Display cable from the scanner's
connector panel.
After you have verified that the scanner, EAS system and scale (if
present) are completely functional, continue with the following pro-
cedures to complete the installation.
Two diagnostic modes are available which allow you to initiate
scanner or scale diagnostic tests, as well as verify the scanner's
ability to read bar codes.
Scanner Diagnostic Mode
While in Scanner Diagnostic Mode, continuous scanning of labels is
allowed, permitting the user to scan an unlimited number of bar
codes while troubleshooting problems. Under normal operation, the
scanner stores label data, awaiting the signal which transmits it to
the host. When the scanner is not connected to a host, it may read
and store only up to two labels, then quit reading until power is
cycled (clearing the memory). This mode of operation removes this
limitation.
To place the scanner in Scanner Diagnostic Mode, press the Vol-
ume/Tone (top) Push Button for approximately four seconds. While
pressing the button, the scanner will first sound three tones, wait a
Chapter 5, Calibration, for calibration
Check to verify that 0.00 lb (0.000 kg for
Magellan™ 8300/8400