Summary of Contents for Datalogic PowerScan PM9300 Series
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PowerScan™ PM9300 Family Industrial Cordless Handheld Laser Bar Code Reader Quick Reference Guide...
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Resetting Product Defaults ..........8 Compatibility with the PowerScan™ 8000 family ....9 Set Date and Time ................9 Linking the Reader ................10 Link Datalogic RF Devices to Base......10 Power Off ..................10 Operating Mode ................11 Scan Mode ................11 Multiple Label Reading ..............13 Technical Specifications ...............13...
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Software Product Policy Software Product Policy Datalogic reserves the right to ship its products with the latest version of software/firmware available. This pro- vides our customers with the very latest in Datalogic soft- ware technology. The only exception to this policy is when the buyer has a...
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Software Product Policy NOTES viii PowerScan™ PM9300...
Powerscan™ PM9300 Description The PowerScan™ PM9300 is a feature-rich and rugged laser reader. It is offered in several different models to better fit the different needs of each customer. The table below shows the unique features of each model: Model P/N Optical feature PM9300-XX Standard optic, standard and high density codes...
Using the PowerScan™ PM9300 The string of a decoded code may be processed Formatting and according to either a simple or advanced data Concatenating formatting and be concatenated. An autoscan command causes the reader to Autoscanning scan continuously. Flash technology allows you to upgrade the PowerScan™...
Using the PowerScan™ PM9300 Reading Angle Successful scanning is obtained by tilting the reader with respect to the barcode to avoid direct reflections that impair the reading performance, see the figure below. Symbologies with smaller bars or elements (mil size) should be read closer to the unit.
To install, charge and/or do any other action on the bat- tery, follow the instructions in this manual. To charge the Battery Pack, See “Charging the Batteries” on page 7. Datalogic recommends annual replacement of rechargeable battery packs to ensure NOTE maximum performance.
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Use only the authorized power supplies, bat- tery pack, chargers, and docks supplied by CAUTION your Datalogic reseller. The use of any other power supplies can damage the device and void your warranty. Do not disassemble or modify the battery.
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Installing the Battery Pack charging / recharging is adhered to rather than full / deep discharging. The typical manufacturer advertised useful life of LI bat- teries is one to three years, depending on usage and num- ber of charges, etc., after which they should be removed from service, especially in mission critical applications.
Installing the Battery Pack Charging the Batteries Once the BC 90x0 is powered, you can charge the reader's ™ batteries. Place the PowerScan PM9300 into the BC 90x0 cradle. The Reader LED on the cradle/battery charger turns red. The battery is completely charged when the Reader LED on the cradle/battery charger turns green.
Programming Programming The reader is factory-configured with a set of standard default features. Customize your reader through use of the programming bar codes available in the PowerScan PM9300. Check the corresponding features section for your interface, and also the Data Editing and Symbologies chapters of the PRG.
Set Date and Time Compatibility with the PowerScan™ 8000 family The PM9300 can be programmed to operate in a mode compatible with the PowerScan 8000 family. For further details and for the relevant configuration strings and labels, refer to the PRG. Set Date and Time Scan the Enter/Exit Programming bar code below to set date and time.
Linking the Reader Linking the Reader Link Datalogic RF Devices to Base For RF devices, before configuring the interface it is nec- essary to link the handheld with the base. To link the handheld and the base, press the trigger to wake up the handheld, and mount it on the base.
Operating Mode Operating Mode Scan Mode The reader can be set to operate in one of several scan- ning modes. See the PRG for more information and set- tings for any of the options: Trigger Single (Default) — When the trigger is partially pulled, the aiming is turned on, when the trigger is com- pletely pulled the scanner is activated.
Multiple Label Reading Multiple Label Reading The reader offers a number of options for multiple label reading. See the PRG or software configuration tool for descriptions of these features and programming labels. Technical Specifications The following tables contain Physical and Performance Characteristics, User Environment and Regulatory infor- mation.
LED and Beeper Indications 150m (at 500kb/s) 400m (at 36.8kB/s, Typical Range 50m (at 500kb/s) frequency hopping) (in open air) 100m (at 19.2kb/s) 50m (at 36.8kb/s, fixed channel) Max number of devices per base station LED and Beeper Indications The reader’s beeper sounds and its LED illuminates to indicate various functions or errors on the reader.
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LED and Beeper Indications INDICATION DESCRIPTION LED BEEPER Reader beeps four times at The reader is in Power-up highest fre- the process of Beep quency and vol- powering-up. ume upon power-up. LED behavior is The reader will configurable via beep once at A label has been the feature current fre-...
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LED and Beeper Indications INDICATION DESCRIPTION LED BEEPER There is an error Reader sounds in the reader' s one error beep ROM Failure Flashes software/pro- at highest vol- gramming ume. Reader ' c hirps' Indicates that a Limited six times at the host connec- Scanning highest fre-...
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LED and Beeper Indications Programming Mode - The following indications ONLY occur when the reader is in Programming Mode. INDICATION DESCRIPTION BEEPER Label Pro- A valid program- LED blinks Reader sounds gramming ming label has continu- four low fre- Mode Entry been scanned.
Cleaning Cleaning Exterior surfaces and scan windows exposed to spills, smudges or debris require periodic cleaning to ensure best performance during scanning. Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the product. If the product is very soiled, clean it with a soft cloth moistened with a diluted non-aggressive cleaning solution or diluted ethyl alcohol.
Datalogic service center, with shipping charges prepaid. Datalogic shall pay for the return of the product to Customer if the shipment is to a location within the country in which the Da-...
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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 writ- ten instructions for the return of product to Customer, Datalogic will select the carrier, but Datalogic shall not thereby assume any liability in connection with the return shipment.
Services and Support Services and Support Datalogic provides several services as well as technical support through its website. Log on to www.datalogic. and click on the links indicated for further informa- tion. Products Search through the links to arrive at your product page...
Hex-Numeric Keypad Hex-Numeric Keypad Use the barcodes that follow to enter numbers or alpha characters as you would select characters from a keypad. Quick Reference Guide...
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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. PowerScan is a trademark of Datalogic S.p.A. or of Datalogic Group companies, registered in many countries, including the U.S. and the E.U.