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U.S. media supplies ordering information: 1-800-227-9947 Canadian service and technical support: 1-800-688-7043 Canadian media supplies ordering information: 1-800-268-6936 Outside U.S. and Canada: Contact your local Intermec service supplier. The information contained herein is proprietary and is provided solely for the purpose of allowing customers to operate and/or...
Overview of the Sabre 1551C Laser Scanner The Sabre 1551C laser scanner delivers quick, effortless bar code scanning. You can use each type of scanner with a portable terminal in Wand Emulation mode, but it is also designed to collect data for a specific type of terminal as listed in this table.
For help, see “Ordering Cables” later in this guide. For help configuring your scanner, you may also need to order a Sabre 1551C Decoding Laser Scanner User’s Manual (Part No. 066104) or find the manual on the internet at www.intermec.com.
The light indicates the status of the scanner. Color Description Yellow The device is scanning. Green The bar code has been successfully scanned. None The device is not scanning. Sabre 1551C Laser Scanner Features Sound port Scan window Trigger 1551Q.001 Light Cable...
“Troubleshooting” later in this guide. Electrical Rating The Sabre 1551C laser scanner electrical ratings are 12V; 215 mA. Ordering Cables To order a cable, contact your local Intermec representative. Use this table to determine which cable to order. 1551C020X Cable Reader/Terminal...
Connecting the 1551C Laser Scanner You can connect the Sabre 1551C scanner to many Intermec products. For a complete list, see “Ordering Cables” earlier in this guide. Scanner handle Modular plug Screw Interface cable 155XQG.002 Note: The cable connector plug for the reader/terminal will vary according to the cable ordered.
3. When you get a successful read, the laser beam turns off, the scanner beeps once, and the light turns green. Hands-Free Scanning You can use your Sabre 1551C laser scanner with a scanner stand for hands-free scanning. To order a scanner stand, see “Accessories for the Scanner” later in this guide.
3. Make sure the scanner is on and the cable is secure and then place a bar code right- side up over the label on the base of the stand. When you get a successful read, the laser beam turns off, the scanner beeps once, and the light turns green.
Configuring for Selected Terminals The next instructions are for configuring the scanner to work with selected popular terminals or computers. If you have a DEC VT510/520, you can plug and play by scanning one of these bar codes: DEC VT 510/520 with...
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1551C Decoding Laser Scanner User’s Manual (Part No. 066104). You can also find the manual on the internet at www.intermec.com. To configure a scanner for a laptop or pen-based terminal 1. Scan this bar code. 2. (Optional) If your laptop...
If you are still unable to scan, make sure the bar code you are scanning is enabled. For help, see the Sabre 1551C Decoding Laser Scanner User’s Manual, Part No. 066104, to enable bar codes.
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(for example: !#$%). Scanner does not Scan at a slight angle or pitch to the bar code. read “shiny” bar For help, see “Operating the Sabre 1551C codes. Laser Scanner” earlier in this guide. Scanner emits three The scanner does not recognize the beeps.
-40° to 70°C (-40° to 158° F). Accessories for the Scanner These accessories are available for your Sabre 1551C scanner. To order an accessory or the Sabre 1551C Decoding Laser Scanner User’s Manual (Part No. 066104), call your local Intermec representative.
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Accessories for the Scanner (continued) Holster and Belt Part No. 068174 You can store your scanner on you when it is not in use. The holster can be used with the belt provided or with any regular belt. Wall-Mount Scanner Holder Part No.
The 1551 is UL Listed (UL 1950/C22.2 No. 950) and TÜV GS licensed (EN 60950 and EN 60825-1) for safety when powered by a host system or by an external Intermec power supply. UL and TÜV have approved the following power supplies for use...
Patents The 1551C decoding laser scanner is covered by one or more of these U.S. Patents: 4,360,798; 4,369,361; 4,387,297; 4,460,120; 4,496,831; 4,593,186; 4,603,262; 4,607,156; 4,652,750; 4,673,805; 4,736,095; 4,758,717; 4,816,660; 4,845,350; 4,896,026; 4,897,532; 4,923,281; 4,933,538; 4,992,717; 5,015,833; 5,017,765; 5,021,641; 5,029,183; 5,047,617; 5,103,461;...