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CS1504 Data Collector and Visual Anthology Physical Inventory
Overview:
The CS1504 series data collectors are small, lightweight, portable barcode scanners
to use in collecting for your physical inventory. The data is then 'downloaded' into
Anthology via the Physical Inventory module. These scanners are not
programmable.
The Physical Inventory module in Anthology was designed so that you can scan several batches of books
and save each one independently. This allows you to grab the data from a scanner and save it off so you
can focus on correcting the batch later on. This way you can have several staff members using scanners,
each dumping their scans and moving off to the next batch while one person continues to work on
reviewing the batches on the computer.
Once you receive these rental scanners, please fill out and fax back the rental agreement immediately.
You have these scanners for a pre-determined number of days from the time that you receive them.
You should already be using Visual Anthology version 5.16.058 or higher to use the PI module and these
scanners.
NOTE: You will need to purchase batteries to be used with the scanners. While we may
provide one set to get you started, you will need more. Symbol recommends using 4
Energizer EPX76 batteries in each scanner for optimal performance. They further state that a
brand new set of 4 batteries per scanner will do roughly 5,000 scans. These are also sold
under the models 357/303, A76, AG13, LR1154, LR44, or SR44SW/W. You will need a small
crosshead/Phillips screwdriver to change the batteries. We recommend using an eyeglass
repair kit screwdriver. There is a single screw near the bottom end of the scanner. Be VERY
careful putting in the batteries. The two batteries on the left should be printed side up, and
the two batteries on the right should be printed side down. Putting in the batteries incorrectly
could seriously damage the scanner.
Connecting the CS1504 Scanners
Decide which machine will be the 'central command' station during the PI. This may be the main cash
register or any other machine that is in a convenient location for all the runners to reach. This machine
will have the one and only scanner cable connected to it. There should only be one person using the PI
module at the central station, no others may use the PI at the same time.
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Last Updated 01/02/09 EHS
Anthology, Inc.
Toll Free: 800-819-0095
Fax: 231-933-0091 Support@anthology.com
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Summary of Contents for Anthology CS1504 Series
- Page 1 Once you receive these rental scanners, please fill out and fax back the rental agreement immediately. You have these scanners for a pre-determined number of days from the time that you receive them. You should already be using Visual Anthology version 5.16.058 or higher to use the PI module and these scanners.
- Page 2 The CS1504 scanner comes with a standard Serial connection cable that connects between the computer and the scanner (mini connector). Additionally a USB to Serial adaptor is available. Anthology has decided to support the USB to Serial (with adaptor) combination only.
- Page 3 Click Browse button and browse to the location of your successful driver installation. Anthology folder on the server. Browse down to the Click Finish. “Tools” folder contained in the Anthology folder. This folder contains the drivers necessary. Click Next. Activating the PI Scanning License By now you should have received an email from Tech Support containing an “Authorization code”.
- Page 4 PI #3 and in PI#6. Posting PI # 6 after #3 will mean that 800 Cottageview Dr. Suite 211 Traverse City, MI 49684 Toll Free: 800-819-0095 Fax: 231-933-0091 Support@anthology.com Last Updated 01/02/09 EHS...
- Page 5 Data to download” after checking all connections. Don’t force another upload and don’t panic. 1. You should shut down the entire system and wait for 5 minutes before turning it back on. Start Anthology and do a Rebuild Keywords, Reindex and a Quickbackup. 800 Cottageview Dr. Suite 211 Traverse City, MI 49684 Toll Free: 800-819-0095 Fax: 231-933-0091 Support@anthology.com...
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Page 6: Frequently Asked Questions
Q: My store must be open during this PI, what should we know about this? • Again, Anthology does not support or recommend doing PI during open hours. Know that most stores that attempt a PI during open hours, usually decide against this for the next PI as they find that doing a PI while open is too complex and time consuming to be cost effective or accurate. - Page 7 Q: I get the following error when trying to download from the scanner: • Click OK, disconnect the scanner. Close out of PI and Anthology for 1 minute. If you try to get the data again and get the same message, try connecting the scanner and doing another Get Data command. Occasionally...
- Page 8 “Update” will be created as a record. Do not confuse this with your downloaded and posted batches. 800 Cottageview Dr. Suite 211 Traverse City, MI 49684 Toll Free: 800-819-0095 Fax: 231-933-0091 Support@anthology.com Last Updated 01/02/09 EHS...
- Page 9 Q: What if I left the scanner connected for a long time after upload? • Close the PI, and Anthology. You may also need to shut down the computer for 1 minute and change the batteries as well if left for an extended period of time.
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