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Datalogic QuickScan QM21X1 Quick Reference Manual

General purpose handheld linear imager bar code reader with star cordless system
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QuickScan™ QM21X1
General Purpose Handheld
Linear Imager Bar Code Reader
with Datalogic's STAR Cordless System™
Quick Reference Guide

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  • Page 1 QuickScan™ QM21X1 General Purpose Handheld Linear Imager Bar Code Reader with Datalogic’s STAR Cordless System™ Quick Reference Guide...
  • Page 2 "Contact Datalogic" page. Disclaimer Datalogic has taken reasonable measures to provide information in this manual that is complete and accurate, however, Datalogic reserves the right to change any specification at any time without prior notice.
  • Page 3 See the Regulatory Addendum included with your product for additional regulatory, safety and legal information.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Replacing the Battery Pack ..........8 Using the Quickscan™ QM21X1 ..........9 Bar Code Reading ..............9 Linking the Reader ..............10 Link Datalogic RF Devices to Base......10 Power Off ..................10 Programming ................10 Using Programming Bar Codes ........11 Configure Other Settings ..........
  • Page 6 Cleaning ................37 Support Through the Website ..........38 QuickScan™ QM24XX...
  • Page 7 1.1 Datalogic grants to End User, a personal, non-exclusive, non-transferable, non-sublicensable, revocable, limited license to use the Software, solely on the Datalogic Product in which it is embedded or for which it is intended for use, in machine-readable form only, solely for End User' s internal business purposes.
  • Page 8 Software is used with the Datalogic Product. Datalogic' s entire liability and End User' s sole and exclusive remedy for any breach of the foregoing limited warranty will be, at Datalogic' s option, the pro- vision of a downloadable patch or replacement software.
  • Page 9 Notices to Datalogic shall be sent to the attention of Datalogic IP Tech S.r.l., Legal & IP Department, Via San Vitalino 13, 40012 Calderara di Reno (Bologna), Italy, or such other address as may be specified by Datalogic in writing.

  • Page 10: Software Product Policy

    - END - Software Product Policy Datalogic reserves the right to ship its products with the latest version of software/firmware available. This provides our cus- tomers with the very latest in Datalogic software technology.

  • Page 11: Setting Up The Reader

    QuickScan™ QM21X1 With rich feature sets and extensive options, the QuickScan™ product series from Datalogic represents the premium level of data collection equipment for general purpose applications. The QuickScan QM21X1 readers have enhanced optics with improved motion tolerance allowing codes placed on fast...

  • Page 12: Locking The Reader To The Base

    Setting Up the Reader Locking the Reader to the Base The Base Station provides a locking mechanism to ensure electrical contact between Reader and Base, in case of inad- vertent movements. Lock lever To Lock the Reader in the Base Insert the Reader into the Base.

  • Page 13: Connecting The Base Station

    (if necessary) before proceeding. Connect the interface cable before apply- ing power to the Base Station. The QuickScan QM21X1 reader can also be Pow- ered by the Terminal. When powered by the Termi- nal, the battery charger is automatically set as Slow charge.

  • Page 14: Base Station Connection And Routing

    Connecting the Base Station Base Station Connection and Routing Remove the rubber Cable Stopper from the bottom of the Base Station. Securely plug the Power Cable (if used) and Interface (I/F) Cable connectors into their respective ports in the underside of the Base Station. Power Cable I/F Cable Cable Stopper...
  • Page 15 Connecting the Base Station Figure 3. Connecting the Base Station Wall plug Connector I/F Cable AC/DC Adapter DC Power Cord Base Station Host Connection — Verify before connection that the reader’s cable type is compatible with your host equipment. Most connections plug directly into the host device as shown Figure 4.

  • Page 16: System And Network Layout

    Connecting the Base Station System and Network Layout Typical Setup with Cradle and Host Figure 5. Reader Layout Reader Host Base Station Power Supply Using the BC20XX™ Radio Base Radio Base LEDs LEDs on the QuickScan Base provide information about the Base as well as battery charging status, as shown in Figure Figure 6.

  • Page 17: Charging The Battery Pack

    Connecting the Base Station Table 1. Radio Base LEDs STATUS Yellow On = Base is powered Power on / Yellow Blinking = Base receives data and Data commands from the Host or the Reader. Charging Red On = the Battery is charging. Charge com- Green On = the Battery is completely pleted...

  • Page 18: Replacing The Battery Pack

    Connecting the Base Station Replacing the Battery Pack Using a coin or screwdriver, unscrew the captive screw located on the bottom of the scanner handle until the battery pack is disengaged. The battery pack will rise slightly in the rear, pushed by the contact springs.

  • Page 19: Using The Quickscan™ Qm21X1

    Using the Quickscan™ QM21X1 Using the Quickscan™ QM21X1 Bar Code Reading Point the reader at the target and pull the trigger to enable the illuminator (red beam) to decode the bar code label. The illuminator will remain on until the symbol is decoded. When scanning a bar code label, you can adjust the distance or angle to the label to help facilitate reading.

  • Page 20: Linking The Reader

    Data Editing and Symbologies chapters. The reader can also be configured with Datalogic Aladdin™ software (available on the Datalogic website). Aladdin pro- vides RS-232 interface configuration, as well as bar code printing.

  • Page 21: Using Programming Bar Codes

    Programming Using Programming Bar Codes This manual contains bar codes which allow you to reconfig- ure your reader. Some programming bar code labels, like the "Standard Product Default Settings" on page 11, require only the scan of that single label to enact the change. Other bar codes require the reader to be placed in Program- ming Mode prior to scanning them.

  • Page 22: Selecting The Base Interface Type

    Selecting the Base Interface Type Selecting the Base Interface Type Upon completing the physical connection between the base and its host, proceed directly to Interface Selection (below) for information and programming for the interface type the base is connected to (for example: RS-232, Keyboard Wedge, USB) and scan the appropriate bar code to select your system’s correct interface type.
  • Page 23 Select RS232-WN RS-232 for use with OPOS/UPOS/JavaPOS Select RS-232 OPOS USB COM to simulate RS-232 standard interface Select USB-COM-STD a. Download the correct USB COM driver from www.datalogic.com USB-OEM USB-OEM (can be used for OPOS/UPOS/JavaPOS) Select USB-OEM Quick Reference Guide...

  • Page 24: Keyboard Interface

    Selecting the Base Interface Type Keyboard Interface Use the programming bar codes to select options for USB Keyboard and Wedge Interfaces. KEYBOARD AT, PS/2 25-286, 30-286, 50, 50Z, 60, 70, 80, 90 & 95 w/ Standard Key Encoding Select KBD-AT Keyboard Wedge for IBM AT PS2 with standard key encoding but without external keyboard Select KBD-AT-NK...
  • Page 25 Selecting the Base Interface Type KEYBOARD (continued) PC/XT w/Standard Key Encoding Select KBD-XT Keyboard Wedge for IBM Terminal 3153 Select KBD-IBM-3153 Keyboard Wedge for IBM Terminals 31xx, 32xx, 34xx, 37xx make only keyboard Select KBD-IBM-M Keyboard Wedge for IBM Terminals 31xx, 32xx, 34xx, 37xx make break keyboard Select KBD-IBM-MB USB Keyboard with alternate key encoding...

  • Page 26: Scancode Tables

    Select KBD-DIG-VT USB Keyboard with standard key encoding Select USB Keyboard Scancode Tables Reference the QuickScan QM21X1 ™ PRG for information about control character emulation which applies to keyboard interfaces. Country Mode This feature specifies the country/language supported by the keyboard.
  • Page 27 Selecting the Base Interface Type All other interfaces support ONLY the following Country Modes: U.S., Belgium, Britain, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Sweden. COUNTRY MODE ENTER/EXIT PROGRAMMING MODE Country Mode = U.S. Country Mode = Belgium Country Mode = Britain Country Mode = Croatia* Country Mode = Czech Republic* *Supports only the interfaces listed in the Country Mode feature description...
  • Page 28 Selecting the Base Interface Type COUNTRY MODE (continued) Country Mode = Denmark* Country Mode = France Country Mode = French Canadian Country Mode = Germany Country Mode = Hungary* Country Mode = Italy *Supports only the interfaces listed in the Country Mode feature description QuickScan™...
  • Page 29 Selecting the Base Interface Type COUNTRY MODE (continued) Country Mode = Japanese 106-key* Country Mode = Lithuanian Country Mode = Norway* Country Mode = Poland* Country Mode = Portugal* Country Mode = Romania* Country Mode = Slovakia* Quick Reference Guide...
  • Page 30 Selecting the Base Interface Type *Supports only the interfaces listed in the Country Mode feature description COUNTRY MODE (continued) Country Mode = Spain Country Mode = Sweden Country Mode = Switzerland* *Supports only the interfaces listed in the Country Mode feature description QuickScan™...

  • Page 31: Caps Lock State

    Selecting the Base Interface Type Caps Lock State This option specifies the format in which the reader sends character data. This applies to keyboard wedge interfaces. This does not apply when an alternate key encoding keyboard is selected. CAPS LOCK STATE ENTER/EXIT PROGRAMMING MODE Caps Lock State = Caps Lock OFF Caps Lock State = Caps Lock ON...

  • Page 32: Numlock

    Selecting the Base Interface Type Numlock This option specifies the setting of the Numbers Lock (Num- lock) key while in keyboard wedge interface. This only applies to alternate key encoding interfaces. It does not apply to USB keyboard. NUMLOCK ENTER/EXIT PROGRAMMING MODE Numlock = Numlock key unchanged Numlock = Numlock key toggled QuickScan™...

  • Page 33: Good Read Green Spot Duration

    Selecting the Base Interface Type Good Read Green Spot Duration Successful reading can be signaled by a good read green spot. Use the bar codes below to specify the duration of the good read pointer beam after a good read. GOOD READ GREEN SPOT DURATION ENTER/EXIT PROGRAMMING MODE Green Spot Duration = Disable (Green Spot is Off)

  • Page 34: Scan Modes

    Scan Modes Scan Modes The imager can operate in one of several scanning modes. Trigger Single — When the trigger is pulled, scanning is acti- vated until one of the following occurs: • a programmable duration has elapsed • a label has been read •...
  • Page 35 Scan Modes SCAN MODE Scan Mode = Trigger Single Scan Mode = Trigger Hold Multiple Scan Mode = Trigger Pulse Multiple $CSNRM03 Scan Mode = Flashing Scan Mode = Always On Scan Mode = Stand Mode Quick Reference Guide...

  • Page 36: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications Technical Specifications The following table contains Physical and Performance Char- acteristics, User Environment and Regulatory information. Physical Characteristics Color Black or White Height 6.4”/163 mm Dimensions Length 3.6”/91 mm Width 1.6”/41 mm Weight Reader - 6.7 ounces (190 g) (approximate, without Cradle - 7.6 ounces (215 g) cable)
  • Page 37 Technical Specifications Performance Characteristics Light Source LEDs Roll (Tilt) Angle Up to ± 45° Pitch Angle ± 65° Skew (Yaw) Angle ± 70° 56°± 2° Field of View a. Charge Times are much lower when battery is within daily typical operating condition.
  • Page 38 128 ISBT; Interleaved 2 of 5; Standard 2 of 5; Interleaved 2 of 5 CIP (HR); Industrial 2 of 5; Discrete 2 of 5; Datalogic 2 of 5 (China Post Code/Chi- nese 2 of 5); IATA 2of5 Air cargo code; Code 11; Codabar; Codabar (NW7);...
  • Page 39 Technical Specifications Ambient Light Up to 120,000 Lux Immunity Contaminants Spray/rain Dust/ IEC 529-IP42 (scanner only) particulates ESD Level 16 kV (Air Discharge) a. See "Interface Selection" on page 12 for a listing of available interface sets by version type. Regulatory See regulatory addendum.

  • Page 40: Led And Beeper Indications

    LED and Beeper Indications LED and Beeper Indications The reader’s beeper sounds and its LED illuminates to indi- cate various functions or errors on the reader. An optional “Green Spot” also performs useful functions. The following tables list these indications. One exception to the behaviors listed in the tables is that the reader’s functions are program- mable, and so may or may not be turned on.
  • Page 41 LED and Beeper Indications Indication Description Beeper Upon successful read of a label, the Green Spot software shall turn flashes the green spot on momentarily for the time speci- fied by the config- ured value. Except when in sleep mode or when a Good Read LED Duration other than 00 is selected Programming Mode - The following indications ONLY occur when...

  • Page 42: Error Codes

    Error Codes Error Codes Upon startup, if the reader sounds a long tone, this means the reader has not passed its automatic Selftest and has entered FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) isolation mode. If the reader is reset, the sequence will be repeated. The following table describes the LED flashes/beep codes associated with an error found.

  • Page 43: Datalogic Limited Factory Warranty

    The liability of Datalogic under this warranty is limited to furnish- ing the labor and parts necessary to remedy any defect cov- ered by this warranty and restore the product to its normal operating condition.

  • Page 44: Warranty Exclusions

    Datalogic shall pay for the return of the product to Customer if the shipment is to a loca- tion within the country in which the Datalogic service center is located. Customer shall be responsible for paying all shipping charges, duties, taxes, and any other charges for products returned to any other locations.

  • Page 45: Risk Of Loss

    Risk of Loss Customer shall bear risk of loss or damage for product in transit to Datalogic. Datalogic shall assume risk of loss or damage for product in Datalogic’s possession. In the absence of specific written instructions for the return of product to...

  • Page 46: Ergonomic Recommendations

    Ergonomic Recommendations Ergonomic Recommendations To avoid or minimize potential risk of ergo- nomic injury follow the recommendations below. Consult with your local Health & Safety Manager to ensure you are adhering to your company’s safety programs prevent CAUTION employee injury. •...
  • Page 47 Ergonomic Recommendations Cleaning Exterior surfaces and scan windows exposed to spills, smudges or debris require periodic cleaning to ensure best performance during scanning. Contacts on the scanner and base should also be cleaned as needed to ensure a good con- nection.
  • Page 48 Support Through the Website Support Through the Website Datalogic provides several services as well as technical support through its website. Log on to www.datalogic.com and click on the SUPPORT > General Duty Handheld Scanners category link. From this page you can select your product model from the drop-...
  • Page 49 Support Through the Website NOTES Quick Reference Guide...
  • Page 50 Support Through the Website NOTES QuickScan™ QM21X1...
  • Page 52 ©2014-2017 Datalogic S.p.A. and/or its affiliates • All rights reserved. Datalogic and the Datalogic logo are registered trademarks of Datalogic S.p.A. in many countries, including the U.S.A. and the E.U. Datalogic USA, Inc. 959 Terry Street | Eugene, OR 97402 |USA...

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