Positioning - Datalogic DS2100N Reference Manual

DS2100N REFERENCE MANUAL
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3.3 POSITIONING

The DS2100N scanner is able to decode moving barcode labels at a variety of angles,
however significant angular distortion may degrade reading performance.
When mounting the DS2100N take into consideration these three ideal label position angles:
Skew 10° to 30°, Tilt 0° and Pitch 0°.
Follow the suggestions for the best orientation:
The Skew angle is represented by the value S in Figure 17. Position the reader to assure at
least 10° for the Skew angle. This avoids the direct reflection of the laser light emitted by the
DS2100N.
For the raster version, this angle refers to the most inclined or external raster line, so that all
other raster lines assure more than 10° Skew.
S
Figure 17 - Skew Angle
The Tilt angle is represented by the value T in Figure 18. Position the reader in order to
minimize the Tilt angle.
T
Figure 18 - Tilt Angle
By using the ACB (Advanced Code Builder) software parameter, the tilt angle is less critical
and can be decoded even if the scan line doesn't cross the entire code.
See par. 7.1 or the Help On Line for details.
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