Preface This PS306 is the continuation of the excellent optical design experience and with a new back-end design, to create an outstanding product performance and reliability. This scanner features high inerrability, flexibility, scanning, and decoding capability. It is ideally suited for supermarkets, pharmacies, petrol stations, and other similar retail stores.
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scanner can be found in Appendix B. Refer to Appendix C for troubleshooting if the scanner is not working properly.
Product Overview UNPACKING Remove the scanner and its accessories from the box and packing material. Refer to the packing list to make sure you have received all the items ordered. Visually inspect the scanner and accessories for any evidence of physical damage.
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Product Overview The specific parts of this scanner are: 1. Sleep mode When a sleep mode time-out is programmed, button the scanner can be re-activated by pressing this button. The sleep mode feature is programmable with the menu labels from the Configuration guide.
Product Overview SCANNING BAR CODES This scanner is an omni-directional presentation scanner featuring a 7 directional scan field with a 24 lines scan pattern. Bar code labels can easily be read by presenting them to the scanner. The scanner's scan volume is illustrated in the figure below. The optimal reading zone lies between 2 and 30 cm from the scanner window.
Product Overview SCANNER LABELLING Two labels are present on the housing of this scanner as indicated in the figure below. Two labels are also visible through the scanner window. All labels are attached by the manufacturer and should not be removed. The scanner’s serial number is found underneath the bar code label as depicted in the figure above.
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Product Overview Laser safety German: Der Strichcode-Scanner entspricht den Sicherheitsvorschriften nach IEC 825-1 (1993) für ein Laserprodukt der Klasse I. Er entspricht auch U.S. 21CFR1040, anwendbar auf ein Laserprodukt der Klasse IIa. Vermeiden Sie langzeitiges Hineinblicken in direktes Laserlicht. Dutch: De scanner voldoet aan de veiligheidsnormen IEC 825-1 (1993) voor een Klasse I laserproduct.
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Product Overview English: The scanner complies with safety standard IEC 825-1 (1993) 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.
Product Overview MAINTAINING THE SCANNER This scanner requires little maintenance. Only occasional cleaning of the scanner window is necessary to remove dirt and fingerprints. Cleaning can be performed during operation with a non-abrasive glass spray cleaner and a soft lint-free cloth.
Product Overview CONTROLLING THE SCANNER FROM THE POS SYSTEM This scanner can be controlled from the POS system via the RS232C interface. Control is achieved by transmitting the following single byte commands to the scanner. In the default setting the following commands are available (more details upon request): ASCII code function...
Installation This scanner can be installed on a counter surface. Instructions for installation on a counter surface are given in Section 2.3. Due to many POS systems on the market, a large number of communication cables are available. Make sure that you have the right cable to connect the scanner to your POS or computer.
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Installation Use the illustration below to see where to connect your cable(s) to the scanner.
Installation INTERFACE SELECTION This scanner allows you to connect your host system using four different interface cables: RS232, Keyboard Wedge, USB, and Powered USB(Option). On powering up, the scanner senses the type of the interface used and switches to the appropriate protocol. Interface Cable Connector type RS232 (Product Number: 0114-S806121)
Installation INSTALLING THE SCANNER ON A COUNTER SURFACE To install this scanner on a counter surface, follow the instructions below. 1. Remove the two rubber feet from the back cover. Lead the communication cable and power supply cable through the slit. Fasten the back cover to the surface with two screws as illustrated in the figure.
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Installation 3. Plug the remote ends of all cables into the appropriate connections of your host POS-system. 4. If you are using an external power supply, power on this scanner by plugging the power supply into an AC power outlet. Switch on the host system.
Appendices CONNECTOR TYPES AND PIN DEFINITIONS This scanner supports triple interface in one standard unit: RS232, Keyboard Wedge (KBW) and USB/USB plus power. The various pin definitions for the applicable Data port are given on page 18 and 19. The connector to be used for the port is indicated below.
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Appendices Pin definition for all scanner versions: AUX Port for HH POWER scanner Description Direction Description Direction +5 VDC output +12V input input input (reserved) output (reserved) (reserved) (reserved) (reserved)
Appendices TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Electrical Power supply voltage 100 – 240 V ac 50/60 Hz (adapter) DC input to scanner 12VDC, Interfaces RS-232 + USB + Powered-USB + Keyboard Wedge Optical Light source Visible laser diode (650 nm) Depth of field 300 mm EAN 0.33mm/13mil PCS@90% Scan pattern 7 directions scan field, 24 lines scan pattern...
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Appendices Physical Weight 450 g Dimensions H x W x D : 152 x 152 x 91 mm : 5.98 x 5.98 x 3.58 inch 91 mm 152 mm 152 mm Environmental Operating temperature 0° C ~ 40° C Humidity 5% ~ 95% RH (non-condensing) Safety Laser safety...
Appendices 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 make sure that the scanner is installed as described in Chapter 2 and that all cables are properly connected.
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Appendices Problem Diagnostic Tips The scanner is continuously The LED remains blue. seeing a bar code. Remove all bar code labels from the scan volume of the scanner and try again. The scanner cannot send the data to the host system. There is no proper handshaking between the scanner and the host.
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Appendices Problem Diagnostic Tips Unless you use USB plus power, USB is not working. you need a separate power connection to the scanner like the external power supply. Restart the scanner by temporarily disconnecting the power. This may help the POS system to detect the scanner.
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