General Features; Introduction - Datalogic Compact 2D Reader Matrix-2000 Reference Manual

GENERAL FEATURES

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2 GENERAL FEATURES

2.1 INTRODUCTION

Matrix-2000™ is a Datalogic compact 2D reader designed and produced to be a high
performance affordable solution for both linear and two-dimensional code reading
applications. Matrix-2000™ has been developed for use in numerous applications, including
PCB and electronic manufacturing, packaging lines, small item tracking, analysis machines
and document handling systems, and can also be easily integrated into a wide range of OEM
solutions.
Matrix-2000™ uses imaging technology and provides complete reading system functions by
integrating: lighting system, image acquisition, image processing, decoding and
communication into a single compact unit.
This technology intrinsically provides omni-directional reading.
Standard Application Program
A Standard Application Program is factory-loaded onto Matrix-2000™. This program controls
code reading, data formatting, serial port and Ethernet interfacing, and many other operating
and control parameters. It is completely user configurable from a Laptop or PC using the
dedicated configuration software program VisiSet™, provided on CD-ROM with the reader.
There are different programmable operating modes to suit various code reading system
requirements.
Quick, automatic calibration and positioning of the reader can be accomplished using the
Autolearning button and LEDs on top of the reader without the necessity of a PC.
Autolearning can also be performed through VisiSet™ through the Autolearning Wizard. This
tool includes visual feedback from the reader.
VisiSet™ provides a Calibration Tool to verify the exact positioning of the reader and to
maximize its reading performance.
Statistics on the reading performance can also be visualized through a dedicated window in
VisiSet™.
Symbol Verification can be performed through VisiSet™ when the reader has been installed
and setup as a Verifier station. For details see the Matrix Symbol Verifier Solution manual.
Programmability
If your requirements are not met by the Standard Application Program, Custom Application
Programs can be requested at your local Datalogic distributor.
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