Connecting The Scanner With Serial Wedge - Hand Held Products 3800i User Manual

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Connecting the Scanner with Serial Wedge

The imager uses True and TTL signal levels to wedge into an RS-232 serial
network. Use only 3800i/3800r serial wedge cables to prevent damage to the
scanner. Refer to
to set the baud rate and communications protocol.
1. Turn off power to the computer.
2. Disconnect the existing serial cable from the computer.
3. Connect the appropriate interface cable to the scanner.
Note: For the scanner to work properly, you must have the correct cable for your
type of computer.
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4. Plug the serial connector into the serial port on your computer. Tighten the
two screws to secure the connector to the port.
5. Plug the other serial connector into the host connection and tighten the two
screws.
6. Plug the power pack cable into the receptor on the scanner cable.
7. Plug the power pack into a power source.
8. Once the scanner has been fully connected, power up the computer.
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