Intermec MaxiScan 2500 User Manual
Intermec MaxiScan 2500 User Manual

Intermec MaxiScan 2500 User Manual

Intermec maxiscan 2500: user guide

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Intermec MaxiScan 2500 DP

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  • Page 1 User's manual Intermec MaxiScan 2500 DP...
  • Page 2: Regulatory Statements

    Regulatory Statements Intermec hereby declares that the MaxiScan 2500 DP 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 2500 DP 1.1 Unpacking the MaxiScan 2500 DP 1.2 Scanning bar codes with the MaxiScan 2500 DP 1.3 Scanner labelling 1.4 Maintaining the scanner 1.5 Changing the scanner windows 1.6 Controlling the scanner from the POS system...
  • Page 4 - improving speed at checkout and reducing operator fatigue. The MaxiScan 2500 DP is also ideally suited for a range of retailers including: pharmacies, department stores, petrol stations, convenience stores, newsagents and drugstores.
  • Page 5: The Maxiscan 2500 Dp

    Chapter 1 The MaxiScan 2500 DP...
  • Page 6: Unpacking The Maxiscan 2500 Dp

    The MaxiScan 2500 DP UNPACKING THE MAXISCAN 2500 DP Take the scanner and its accessories out of the box and remove all packing materials. Refer to the packing list in order to ensure that you have received all the items ordered. Visually inspect the scanner and accessories for any visible traces of damage.
  • Page 7 The MaxiScan 2500 DP The various parts of the MaxiScan 2500 DP are: Sleep mode switch If a sleep mode time-out has been programmed, the scanner can be reactivated by pressing this switch. The sleep-mode feature can be programmed by means of the menu labels in the Configuration Guide.
  • Page 8: Scanning Bar Codes With The Maxiscan 2500 Dp

    The MaxiScan 2500 DP SCANNING BAR CODES WITH THE MAXISCAN 2500 DP The MaxiScan 2500 DP is an omnidirectional scanner featuring a 14-directional scan field with a 28-lines scan pattern. Its scan volume is illustrated by the larger light-coloured cube in the figure above. The optimal reading zone is...
  • Page 9 The MaxiScan 2500 DP It does not matter how you present the product to the scanner. The scanner will read the bar code in any position and from any direction, for example: Scanning a bar code label in fly-by mode is simply done by passing the bar code label on the product along the scanner as illustrated in the figure below.
  • Page 10 The MaxiScan 2500 DP Scanning a bar code label in presentation mode is also simple: present the bar code label on the product to the scanner as illustrated in the figure below.
  • Page 11: Scanner Labelling

    SCANNER LABELLING There are five labels on the scanner. The first three labels can be found on the housing of the MaxiScan 2500 DP, as indicated in the figure below. The remaining two labels are visible through the scanner window.
  • Page 12 Laser safety English: The M2500 DP scanner complies with safety standard IEC 825-1 (1993) for a Class 1 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 13 (0.28 in.) aperture and averaged over 1000 seconds is less than 3.9 µW per CDRH Class IIa specification. Do not attempt to remove the protective housing of the scanner, as unscanned laser light with a peak output up to 1.75 mW could be accessible inside.
  • Page 14: Maintaining The Scanner

    MAINTAINING THE SCANNER The MaxiScan 2500 DP scanner requires little maintenance. Only occasional cleaning of the scanner window is necessary in order to remove dirt and fingerprints. The scanner can be cleaned during operation. To this end use a...
  • Page 15: Changing The Scanner Windows

    The MaxiScan 2500 DP CHANGING THE SCANNER WINDOWS The vertical scanner window can be replaced by lifting the top of the scanner and vertically sliding out the window (see the figure below). The horizontal window can be taken off by holding the edges and pulling the...
  • Page 16: Controlling The Scanner From The Pos System

    CONTROLLING THE SCANNER FROM THE POS SYSTEM The MaxiScan 2500 DP can be controlled from the POS system via the RS232C interface. Controlling is accomplished by transmitting the following single-byte commands to the scanner. In the Intermec default setting the following...
  • Page 17: Installing The Maxiscan 2500 Dp

    Chapter 2 Installing the MaxiScan 2500 DP...
  • Page 18: Installing The Scanner Into A Counter Surface

    By following this precaution you prevent any electrical damage. You are advised to install the scanner in an air circulated place out of direct sunlight. Follow these steps carefully in order to install the scanner at an exact level with the counter surface.
  • Page 19 2 if the host system features the OCIA or KBW interface. Plug the other connector end 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 20 5. To prevent possible strain, lead both power supply and communication cables along the backside of the scanner and attach them to the cut-out slot in the housing by means of a tie-wrap (see illustration below). ground pin EAS connector...
  • Page 21 Installing the MaxiScan 2500 DP 6. Insert the scanner into the opening (rear end first!) as depicted in the drawing below. Ensure that both scanner and counter surface are exactly at the same level and that there are no clearances between both parts.
  • Page 22 Installing the MaxiScan 2500 DP...
  • Page 23: Appendices

    Appendices A. Connector types and pin definitions B. Technical Specifications C. Troubleshooting...
  • Page 24: Connector Types And Pin Definitions

    A. CONNECTOR TYPES AND PIN DEFINITIONS There are two dual interface versions of the MaxiScan 2500 DP available: RS232C/OCIA and IBM RS485/Keyboard Wedge. The various pin definitions for the applicable Data port are given on page 21. The connector to be used for the port is indicated below.
  • Page 25 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 26: 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 14 directions scan field, 28 lines scan pattern...
  • Page 27: 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 28 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 29 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 30 Appendices...

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