The housing has a rubber protective shield to protect it from dropping on to hard floors. Supplied with a spiral cable the iSCAN100 can be connected to systems by a PS2 keyboard wedge or an RS232 serial interface. Most popular barcode symbologies are supported by the built-in decoder providing the PC or operator terminal with ASCII data.
IEC 79.17 on Electrical Apparatus for Explosive Atmospheres. Warning! The iSCAN100 can be used in gas zones 2 & 1 BUT NOT 0! Warning! The iSCAN100 must only be connected and powered from a suitably approved intrinsically safe interface .
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Important The iSCAN100 shall be operated as intended and only in undamaged and perfect condition. DANGER! RADIATION FROM LIGHT EMITTING DIODES DO NOT LOOK INTO THE BEAM, DO NOT POINT THE BEAM AT PERSONS OR ANIMALS Light power <1mW Class 1 Laser product...
Additional information see certificate Mouse The iSCAN100 PS/2 scanner can be connected on the hazardous side instead of the keyboard. In this configuration the mouse may or may not be connected. Since a scanner does not answer to the PC's request the PC might switch off the keyboard line after booting.
Shield Not connected 10-Pole RJ45 socket of the scanner Note: If your iSCAN100 has a PS2 plug fitted when purchased cable colours may vary from those indicated in this diagram 3.2 RS232 Installation For the RS232 version while power is off wire the cable to the terminals on the iSOLATE100 or similar intrinsically safe interface.
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EEx i area. The scanner must be connected to one of the mouse terminals at the hazardous side, this is still the case even if there is no keyboard. PS/2 and screw terminals for the hazardous area are wired in parallel. iSCAN100 RS232 Cable Connection Details Description Core Colour...
3.3.1 Optional iSCAN100 Extender Junction Box – Part number iSCAN100JB The iSCAN100 Extender Junction Box combines a junction box and wall mounting stand, allowing the ISCAN100 to be connected to the junction box in a hazardous area, and up to 50 metres of cable...
These barcodes are only required if the BCS option has been supplied. This option interfaces the iSCAN100 with the Gecma Challenger. 1. Connect the iSCAN100 to the challenger system by use of the Hirschmann plug 2. Scan the following barcodes in turn from top to bottom...
4 Operation 4.1 How to use the iSCAN100 Aim the Scanner at the barcode and follow the instructions below Auto trigger activates the laser Place the laser on the barcode. Data is automatically transmitted.
4.2 Audible Indicators When the iSCAN100 is in operation, it provides audible feedback. These sounds indicate the status of the scanner. Eight settings are available for the tone of the beep (normal, 6 alternate tones and no tone). To change the tone, refer to the ®...
4.3 Visual Indicators The iSCAN100 has three LED indicators (green, red and yellow) located on the head of the scanner. The MS9520 has two LED indicators (green and red) located on the head of the scanner. When the scanner is on, the flashing or stationary activity of the LEDs indicates the status of the current scan and the scanner.
Failure Modes Flashing Green and one Raspberry Tone This indicates the scanner has experienced a laser sub-system failure. Return the unit for repair to an authorized service centre. Flashing Red and Green with Two Raspberry Tones This indicates the scanner has experienced a scanning mechanism failure. Return the unit for repair to an authorized service centre.
4.5 Programming Modes The ISCAN100 has 3 modes of configuration. • Bar Codes iSCAN100 can be configured by scanning the bar codes located in the ® MetroSelect Single-Line Programming Guide supplied with the scanner. Please refer to this guide for instructions.
4.6 Serial Programming Each command sent to the scanner is the ASCII representation of each numeral in the configuration bar code. The entire numeric string is framed with an ASCII [stx] and an ASCII [etx]. 4.6.1 EXAMPLE #1: Command for Disabling Codabar Command = [stx]100104[etx] String Sent to Scanner = 02h 31h 30h 30h 31h 30h 34h 03h (All values are hexadecimal).
4.6.2 EXAMPLE #2: The following example will set the scanner to the factory default settings, Disable Scanning of Code 128 bar codes, change the beeper tone, and add a "G" as a programmable prefix. FEATURE HOST ASCII REPRESENTATION SCANNER COMMAND RESPONSE Enter Program Mode [stx]999999[etx] 02h 39h 39h 39h 39h 39h 39h 03h [ack] or 06h...
4.6.3 EXAMPLE #3: The following example shows the events that occur when an invalid bar code is sent. This sample will load the factory default settings and then set the baud rate to 19200. SCANNER HOST FEATURE COMMAND ASCII REPRESENTATION RESPONSE Enter Program Mode [stx]999999[etx]...
4.7 Upgrading The Flash ROM Firmware The Meteor program is a functional component of Extronics new line of Flash- based scanners. This program allows the user of Extronics scanner to quickly upgrade to a new or custom version of software. It requires the use of a personal computer running under Windows 95 or greater and the use of a communication port.
6 Troubleshooting Guide All Interfaces iSCAN100 Series Troubleshooting Guide Symptoms Possible Causes Solution No LEDs, beep No power is being Check transformer, outlet and or laser supplied to the power strip. Make sure the cable Scanner is plugged into the scanner.
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Symptoms Possible Causes Solution The unit powers Scanning a particular UPC/EAN, Code 39, interleaved 2 up, but does not symbology that is not of 5, Code 93, Code 128 and scan and/or enabled Codabar are enabled by default. beep Verify that the type of bar code being read has been selected.
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Symptoms Possible Causes Solution Scanner beeps The bar code may Check if it is a check at some bar have been printed digit/character/or border problem. codes and NOT incorrectly for others of the same bar code symbology Scanner beeps The scanner is not Check if check digits are set at some bar configured correctly...
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Symptoms Possible Causes Solution Alpha Computer is in Caps Enable Caps Lock detect setting characters show Lock mode of the scanner to detect whether as lower case the PC is operating in Caps Lock. Everything These characters Try operating the scanner in Alt works except for may not be supported mode.
The user bears the sole risk in such cases. Transportation and Storage All iSCAN100 devices must be so transported and stored that they are not subjected to any excessive mechanical stresses. Authorized Persons Only persons trained for the purpose are authorized to handle the iSCAN100;...
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The iSCAN100 is not designed to be subjected to excessive stresses e.g. vibration, heat, impact. Additional protection is required to protect against these external stresses. The iSCAN100 will require additional protection if it is installed in a location where it may be subjected to damage...
0.9m coiled - >3m extended (with standard cable) Interface RS232 or PS2 (selected at time of purchase) Barcode Compatibility Auto discriminates all standard bar codes. For other Symbologies please contact Extronics. Scan System Laser diode, 650 nm friction free mechanism Scanning Range Up to 297mm (barcode dependant)
Extronics to fit iSCAN100CBL to iSCAN100 J010547 Extra long spiral cable for use with RS232 iSCAN100, flying leads for wiring to plugs and sockets etc. 1.8m coiled, >7m extended iSCAN100-CBL-RS232 Extra long spiral cable for use with PS2 iSCAN100, flying leads for wiring to plugs and sockets etc.
Quotation or Pricing Schedule and related Company specifications, but it does not warrant its fitness for any other purpose. Extronics will make good, by repair or at Extronics option by the supply of a replacement, defects which, under proper use in accordance with specifications and manufacturer’s instructions, appear in the goods within a period of twelve calendar...
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