Intermec MaxiScan 2400 User Manual
Intermec MaxiScan 2400 User Manual

Intermec MaxiScan 2400 User Manual

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  • Page 1 User's manual Intermec MaxiScan 2400 VS...
  • Page 2: Regulatory Statements

    Regulatory Statements Intermec hereby declares that the MaxiScan 2400 VS has been tested and found compliant with the below listed standards as required by the EMC Directive 89/336EEC as amended by 92/31/EEC and by the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC as amended by 93/68/EEC:...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Preface Chapter 1 The MaxiScan 2400 VS 1.1 Unpacking the MaxiScan 2400 VS 1.2 Scanning bar codes with the MaxiScan 2400 VS 1.3 Scanner labelling 1.4 Maintaining the scanner 1.5 Releasing the scanner top deck 1.6 Controlling the scanner from the POS system...
  • Page 4: Preface

    An auxiliary port is standard, for connecting other scanners. A handheld scanner, for example, can be connected for heavy or voluminous products. A bi-optic scanning solution is realized by connecting the MaxiScan 2400 VS with a vertically installed MaxiScan 2300 HS, transforming your checkout in a high volume throughput system.
  • Page 5: The Maxiscan 2400 Vs

    Chapter 1 The MaxiScan 2400 VS...
  • Page 6: Unpacking The Maxiscan 2400 Vs

    1.1 UNPACKING THE MAXISCAN 2400 VS 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.
  • Page 7 The MaxiScan 2400 VS The various parts of the MaxiScan 2400 VS are: Sleep mode switch Top deck release button - Pushing this button will release the top deck for Top deck lock Good read speaker Product flow indicator - When a sleep mode time-out is programmed, the scanner can be re-activated by gently pressing this switch.
  • Page 8: Scanning Bar Codes With The Maxiscan 2400 Vs

    1.2 SCANNING BAR CODES WITH THE MAXISCAN 2400 VS The MaxiScan 2400 VS is an omni-directional scanner featuring a 5 directional scan field with a 15 lines scan pattern. The scanner's scan volume is illustrated in the figure below. The optimal reading zone lies between 0 and 7 cm from the scanner window, but bar codes can be read up to 30 cm (11.8 in.) from the...
  • Page 9: Scanner Labelling

    The MaxiScan 2400 VS 1.3 SCANNER LABELLING Three labels are present on the housing of the MaxiScan 2400 VS 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.
  • Page 10 Laser safety English: The M2400 VS 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.
  • Page 11 Laser Light Viewer: The scanner window is the only aperture through which laser light may be observed on this product. A failure of the scanner motor, while the laser diode continues to emit a laser beam, may cause emission levels to exceed those for safe operation. The scanner has safeguards to prevent this occurrence.
  • Page 12: Maintaining The Scanner

    1.4 MAINTAINING THE SCANNER The MaxiScan 2400 VS 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.
  • Page 13: Controlling The Scanner From The Pos System

    The MaxiScan 2400 VS 1.6 CONTROLLING THE SCANNER FROM THE POS SYSTEM The MaxiScan 2400 VS 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 Intermec default setting the following...
  • Page 14 When the scanner is disabled, the motor of the scanner will stay on until the scanner goes into sleep mode. POS system Scanner control +12V dc - 12V dc + 5V dc The MaxiScan 2400 VS Maxiscan 2400 VS...
  • Page 15: Installing The Maxiscan 2400 Vs

    Chapter 2 Installing the MaxiScan 2400 VS...
  • Page 16: Installing The Scanner In Counter

    The MaxiScan 2400 VS is designed to be installed horizontally (in the counter). Instructions for installation are given in Section 2.1. Due to many POS systems on the market, a large number of communication cables is available. Make sure that you have the right cable to connect the scanner to your POS or computer.
  • Page 17 2 if the host system features the OCIA or KBW interface. Plug the other connector of the cable into the appropriate serial port of your POS or computer. Connect the Intermec universal power supply unit to the power supply port.
  • Page 18 5. Place the scanner in the counter hole. Pay attention to the product flow! 6. Remove the top deck protection foil. 7. Power on the scanner by connecting the IEC power cord to the AC/DC power supply and plugging the AC power cord into an AC power outlet. Switch on the host system.
  • Page 19: Appendices

    Appendices A. Connector types and pin definitions B. Technical Specifications C. Troubleshooting...
  • Page 20: Connector Types And Pin Definitions

    A. CONNECTOR TYPES AND PIN DEFINITIONS There are two dual interface versions of the MaxiScan 2400 VS available: RS232C/OCIA and IBM RS485/Keyboard Wedge. The various pin definitions for the applicable Data port are given on page 17. The connector to be used for the port is indicated below.
  • Page 21 Appendices Pin definition for dual interface version RS232C-OCIA RS232C interface Data port 1 Description Direction input input output output Not Con. Reserved Pin definition for dual interface version IBM RS485-Keyboard Wedge IBM RS485 interface Data port 1 Description Direction Not Con. IO-A input/output IO-B...
  • Page 22: Technical Specifications

    + 5 V dc, 350 mA Depending on scanner version Interface port 1: RS232 or IBM RS485 Interface port 2: OCIA or KBW Secondary scanner (250 mA max.) Visible laser diode (670nm) 300 mm 5 directions scan field, 15 lines scan pattern...
  • Page 23: Troubleshooting

    C. 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.
  • Page 24 Problem The scanner is on, but the motor is not rotating. A bar code cannot be read. The LED is intermittently flashing red. The LED is alternating red/green. The LED is alternating red/green and beeps are heard. The scanner does not accept more than two or three bar codes.
  • Page 25 Appendices Problem The LED remains green. A bar code is read by the scanner but not accepted by the host system. Diagnostic Tips The scanner is continuously seeing a bar code. Remove all bar code labels from the scan volume of the scanner and try again.
  • Page 26 Appendices...

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