Scanning Modes; Scanning In Hand-Held Mode - Symbol LS4208 Reference Manual

Scanning Modes

The Symbol LS4208 accommodates both hand-held and hands-free modes. In hand-held use, you pull the trigger
to activate the scan pattern and decode the bar code. In hands-free mode, the scanner sits in the Intellistand and
automatically decodes a bar code presented in its field of view.

Scanning in Hand-Held Mode

Install and program the scanner (see
Enterprise Mobility Support. See
To scan in hand-held mode:
Ensure all connections are secure. (See the host chapter for the scanner.)
1.
Aim the scanner at the bar code.
2.
Press the trigger.
3.
Single-Line Mode
Scanning in Hand-Held Mode
Figure 2-5
Upon successful decode, the scanner beeps and the LED turns green. For more information about beeper and
LED definitions, see
NOTE Scan line lengths vary depending on the scan line width selected (see
scan line width is the default. Medium and short scan line widths are useful for scanning menus or
pick-lists.
Setting Up the Scanner on page
page xv for contact information.
Table 2-1 and Table 2-2.
Scanning
1-3). For assistance, contact Motorola
Multi-Line Raster Mode
Scan Line Width on page
2 - 5
4-7). A full