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LASER SAFETY The following information is provided to comply with the rules imposed by international authorities and refers to the correct use of the DX8200A scanner. Standard Regulations This scanner utilizes up to 4 low-power laser diodes. Although staring directly at the laser beam momentarily causes no known biological damage, avoid staring at the beam as one would with any very strong light source, such as the sun.
LASER LIGHT DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT MAXIMUM OUTPUT RADIATION 1 mW EMITTED WAVELENGTH 630~680 nm TO EN 60825-1:2001 DATALOGIC S.P.A. Via Candini, 2 40012 Calderara di Reno - Bologna - Italy Manufactured Volt Model No. Amp.
LINE FUSE REPLACEMENT (VAC MODELS ONLY) Caution – double pole/neutral fusing. For continued protection against risk of fire, replace with same type and rating of fuse (250V, 3.15 A). CAUTION WEEE COMPLIANCE viii...
DX8200A Laser Beam Output Windows Laser Safety Label Mounting Slots Mounting Reference Label Figure A - DX8200A – Reading Windows Side Product Label Connector Panel Service Access Cap Display and Keypad Panel Figure B - DX8200A Display and Keypad Side...
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Figure C – Display and Keypad Panel Programming Keypad TX Data LED (Green) Power On LED (Green) Network LED (Red) LCD Display Phase On LED (Yellow) Encoder LED (Yellow) Figure D – Connector Panel for Standard Models Lonworks 17-pin male connector Serial interface and I/O 26-pin connector Lonworks 17-pin female connector Figure E –...
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Figure F – Connector Panel for Profibus Models Lonworks 17-pin male connector Serial interface and I/O 26-pin connector Lonworks 17-pin female connector Profibus 9-pin female connector Figure G – Connector Panel for DeviceNet Models Lonworks 17-pin male connector Serial interface and I/O 26-pin connector Lonworks 17-pin female connector DeviceNet 5-pin male connector Figure H –Input Power Module (VAC Models only)
4.4. 3) Make electrical connections to your DX8200A scanner by: a) Connecting the DX8200A scanner to the C-BOX 100 by means of one of the CAB-601X cables provided as accessory (see par. 1.5).
4.4. 3) Make electrical connections to your DX8200A scanner by: a) Connecting the DX8200A Master scanner to the C-BOX 100 by means of one of the CAB-601X cables provided as accessory (see par. 1.5).
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8) Optionally, perform the ASR Network Configuration procedure for system backup purposes (see par. 5.2.1). 9) Exit the configuration program and run your application. The installation is now complete.
1 INTRODUCTION 1.1 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION The DX8200A scanner is a barcode reader complete with decoder designed to provide an innovative and high performance solution in omnidirectional reading applications by combining the following advanced technologies with Datalogic solid experience in the material handling sector.
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Flexibility • The high frequency laser diode modulation system guarantees complete immunity to ambient light and allows installation of the DX8200A in any working area. Reading parcels on conveyors • As a result of the ASTRA™ multiple laser technology, DX8200A gives a great real time DOF even on high speed conveyors.
INTRODUCTION 1.3 MODEL DESCRIPTION The DX8200A scanner is available in versions that differ depending on the interface connection, the optical resolution and on the input power type: DX8200A - 3 X Y Z Power: 0 = VDC 1 = VAC...
DX8200A 1.5 ACCESSORIES The following accessories are available on request for DX8200A: Name Description Part Number PWR-120 J-box power unit 110/230 VAC 24 V 120 W 93ACC1530 PWR-240 J-box power unit 110/230 VAC 24 V 240 W 93ACC1070 PWR-480 J-box power unit 110/230 VAC 24 V 480 W...
DX8200A reader to other devices in the system (i.e. C-BOX 100 etc.). NOTE 2.1 PACKAGE CONTENTS Verify that the DX8200A reader and all the parts supplied with the equipment are present and intact when opening the packaging; the list of parts includes: • DX8200A reader •...
2.2 MECHANICAL MOUNTING 2.2.1 Mounting the Scanner DX8200A can be installed to operate in any position. There are 4 slots (dia. 8.5 mm) on the sides of the scanner for mounting. The diagram below can be used for installation; refer to par.
INSTALLATION 2.3 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS All the connectors available for each scanner model are the following: Scanner Model Connectors Standard 26-pin male serial interface and I/O connector 17-pin male Lonworks connector 17-pin female Lonworks connector Ethernet 26-pin male serial interface and I/O connector 17-pin male Lonworks connector 17-pin female Lonworks connector RJ45 Industrial modular connector...
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DX8200A The table below gives the pinout of the C-BOX 100 terminal block connectors. Use this pinout when the DX8200A reader is connected in a network by means of the C-BOX 100: C-BOX 100 Terminal Block Connectors Power 1, 3, 5...
INSTALLATION 2.3.1 Main/Aux. Serial Interface and I/O Connector The DX8200A Standard and Fieldbus models are equipped with a 26-pin male D-sub connector for connection to the host computer, power supply and input/output signals. The details of the connector pins are indicated in the following table:...
The RTS and CTS signals control data transmission and synchronize the connected devices. If the RTS/CTS hardware protocol is enabled, the DX8200A activates the RTS output to indicate a message can be transmitted. The receiving unit must activate the CTS input to enable the transmission.
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Function TX485 + RS485 output (+) RX485 + RS485 input (+) TX485 - RS485 output (-) RX485 - RS485 input (-) GND-ISO Main signal ground DX8200A USER INTERFACE TX485+ RX485+ RX485+ TX485+ TX485- RX485- RX485- TX485- GND_ISO SGND Main Isolated...
DX8200A RS485 Half-Duplex Interface The RS485 half-duplex interface can be used for multidrop connections with a Datalogic multiplexer or it can also be used for a master/slave layout. The overall maximum cable length should not exceed 1200 m (3937 ft).
INSTALLATION Inputs The inputs of the reader are on the 26-pin connector of the DX8200A. These inputs are called EXT_TRIG/PS, IN2/ENC, IN3 and IN4. Name Function EXT_TRIG/PS A External trigger (polarity insensitive) for PS EXT_TRIG/PS B External trigger (polarity insensitive) for PS...
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INSTALLATION DX8200A EXTERNAL DEVICE INREF + 5V IN3A Ground EXTERNAL DEVICE + 5V IN4A Ground Figure 13 - IN3/IN4 NPN Input Command using Scanner Power Input devices can be supplied by either scanner power (VS and GND) or external power supplies (Vext).
DX8200A Outputs Three general purpose outputs are available. Name Function OUT 1+ Configurable digital output 1 – positive pin OUT 1- Configurable digital output 1 – negative pin OUT 2+ Configurable digital output 2 – positive pin OUT 2- Configurable digital output 2 – negative pin OUT 3A Configurable digital output 3 –...
Off-state leakage current < 1 µA Maximum power dissipation 550 mW at 50°C (Ambient temperature). DX8200A USER INTERFACE Vext 100 Vdc max Figure 15 – Output 3 Interface The command signal is filtered and generates a delay of about 50 µs for OUT1 and OUT2 and 1 ms for OUT3.
DX8200A master to an external power unit within the network; while CAB-8305 is a power and bus return cable to be used for connecting the last DX8200A slave to an external power unit. These two cables must only be used for VDC models.
The Lonworks network is used for both input and output connection to build a multi-sided or omni-station system connecting several readers. The DX8200A master usually employs the 17-pin female connector for output connection to the first slave, while the 17-pin male connector is terminated by inserting the BTK-8102 terminator (see Figure 17 for details).
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LON B- REF_I/O = male connector = female connector Figure 21 – DX8200A Master Termination The diagram below represents the Lonworks bus return of a DX8200A working as slave by means of the BTK-8100. Last Slave BTK-8100 LON A+ LON A-...
INSTALLATION 2.3.3 Ethernet Connector This connector is only available for DX8200A Ethernet models and allows the Ethernet connection between the host and the reader. Figure 23 – Harting RJ Industrial® Push Pull Male Connector Figure 24 – DX8200A Harting RJ Industrial® Female Connector This interface and the connector pinout (see the following table) are IEEE 802.3 10 BaseT...
DX8200A Ethernet Interface The Ethernet interface (NIC) can be used for TCP/IP communication with a remote or local host computer by connecting the scanner to a LAN. It can also be connected directly to a host PC. The following is an example of a connection to a LAN through a Hub using a straight through...
INSTALLATION 2.3.4 DeviceNet Connector The 5-pin male connector is only available in the DX8200A DeviceNet model and allows connection between the host and the reader: Figure 27 - DeviceNet 5-pin Male Connector DX8200A 5-pin DeviceNet connector pinout Name Function Supply voltage – positive pin CAN_L CAN bus data line –...
DX8200A 2.3.5 Profibus Connector The 9-pin Profibus female connector (white) is only available in the DX8200A Profibus model and allows connection between the host and the reader: Figure 28 - Profibus 9-pin Female Connector DX8200A 9-pin Profibus connector pinout Name...
The following wiring diagram shows a simple test cable including power, external (push-button) trigger and PC RS232 COM port connections. 26-pin D-sub female 9-pin D-sub female TXAUX RXAUX DX8200A EXT TRIG A EXT TRIG B Power Supply VS (20 – 30 VDC) Power GND Trigger Test Cable for DX8200A...
DX8200A 2.5 TYPICAL LAYOUTS The DX8200A scanners can be connected in a variety of layouts depending on the number of scanners used and the required complexity of the reading station. These layouts range from Single Stand Alone to Complex Lonworks Networks.
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INSTALLATION In general, for all point-to-point layouts, DX8200A Vac models can substitute the Vdc model and therefore eliminate the PWR power supply. This requires that the C-BOX 100 must be modified to accept scanner power for the P.S. Standard CAB601X...
DX8200A 2.5.2 Pass Through When Pass Through is activated on the Auxiliary interface, the DX8200A reader can be integrated in a network consisting of different scanners not provided with a Lonworks interface. This connection mode allows two or more devices to be connected to a single external serial interface.
Figure 34 – Pass Through Connection for Fieldbus Models 2.5.3 RS232 Master/Slave The RS232 master/slave connection is used to integrate a DX8200A reader in a network consisting of different scanners not provided with a Lonworks interface. The Slave scanners use RS232 only on the main and auxiliary interfaces. Each slave scanner transmits the messages received by the auxiliary interface onto the main interface.
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C-BOX 100 DS4600A Slave 2 PWR-120 C-BOX 100 Auxiliary Serial Interface Main Serial Interface P.S. (Presence Sensor) connected to External Trigger/PS input. Figure 35 – RS232 Master/Slave for DX8200A Standard Models Remote PLC DX8200A Master CAB601X Fieldbus Network C-BOX 100...
INSTALLATION 2.5.4 Multiplexer The Multiplexer connection is used to integrate a DX8200A slave reader in a Multidrop network consisting of different scanners not provided with a Lonworks interface. Each scanner connected Multiplexer (MX4000) with RS485 half-duplex main interface. P.S.* P.S.* P.S.*...
DX8200A 2.5.5 Local Lonworks Network A local Lonworks network allows logically connecting a DX8200A master reader with up to 31 DX8200A slaves. Actually, the maximum number of readers to be employed in the network depends on the system operating conditions; that is adopted operating mode and amount of data stream.
INSTALLATION Small Synchronized Network When building a small local Lonworks network (less than 10 scanners), the DX8200A master reader must be connected to a local host computer or a C-BOX 100 by means of a CAB-601X cable connected to the 26-pin D-sub male connector.
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DX8200A The following image shows a system consisting of five readers where the external signals (trigger, encoder, serial to host, etc.) are connected to the master through the C-BOX 100. The system is powered by the PWR-240 where: • the master is connected through CAB-860X, which also provides bus termination •...
PS Aux CAB-810x CAB-810x CAB-810x up to 3 scanners BTK8100 branch Bus Return DX8200A DX8200A DX8200A CAB-810X CAB-810x CAB-810x up to 4 scanners per branch DS8100A DS8100A DS8100A DS8100A Figure 40 – Large Synchronized Network with DX8200A and DS8100A Scanners...
DX8200A Multidata Network In this layout, one master and up to 7 DX8200A slave readers have their own P.S. and therefore multiple reading phases. Each P.S. is connected through a C-BOX 100, which in turn is connected to its relative scanner through a CAB-601X cable.
2.5.6 Fieldbus Network The Fieldbus models offer connectivity without any converter or adapter needed. The DX8200A master Fieldbus communicates with a remote host (for ex. remote PC connected via Internet) by means of a cable connected to the Fieldbus connector provided. It can be activated by a signal generated by the remote Host or by a physical presence sensor.
DX8200A KEYPAD AND DISPLAY The DX8200A keypad allows entering a menu for selection of one of the following functions: • Welcome: shows the current software release and operating mode; • Autolearn: starts the procedure making it possible to obtain an automatic, accurate and fast configuration of DX8200A without the necessity of directly checking/modifying the relevant parameters;...
SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION 3 SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION 3.1 GENIUS™ INSTALLATION ™ Genius is a new Datalogic scanner configuration tool providing several important advantages: • Wizard approach for low skilled users; • Multi-language version; • Defined configuration directly stored in the reader; •...
Sending the configuration to the scanner. Figure 46 - Genius™ Wizard Closing Window Test Operating Mode This operating mode is not available when DX8200A works as Slave. NOTE Figure 47 - Test Mode Selection This operating mode causes the reader to be continuously activated allowing to verify its reading features and its reading position with respect to the barcode.
This operating mode causes the reader to be connected to an external Presence Sensor using EXT TRIG/PS A and EXT TRIG/PS B inputs. During the active phase of the presence sensor, the DX8200A reader tries to acquire and correctly decode the code.
DX8200A 3.2.2 Genius™ Network Setup Through Master Network Setup allows configuring your Local Lonworks Network through the Master using Genius™. Three different procedures are available to define the number of network slave scanners, their label and address according to two main conditions:...
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SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION The following dialog box appears asking whether to send the configuration to the Master or not: 2. Click the "Yes" button, then click on the icon available on the Toolbar to make the “Devices” area appear next to the Parameter Explorer window. By repeatedly clicking the icon this area will be displayed or hidden.
DX8200A 3. Then, proceed with the network setup by using one of the icons available on the Tool Bar according to the procedure to follow: Net-Autoset procedure Network Wizard procedure Express Network Setup procedure Net-Autoset This procedure is to be used when all scanner addresses and labels are unknown (typically when configuring the network for the first time or whenever a network reconfiguration is required).
SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION Network Wizard Before performing this procedure, a Lonworks address must be assigned to each slave scanner. The most practical method is through the Net-Autoset procedure. See par. 3.2.3 for alternative address assignment methods. Once all addresses have been assigned, the Network Wizard is to be used when one or more scanner addresses and labels need to be modified.
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DX8200A 2. If desired, select a slave scanner within the "Current Devices" area and click on the icon (or select the "Show Device" option from the right-click menu) to make the dialog box appear as follows: The "Show Device" option is particularly useful after the Net-Autoset procedure or whenever it is necessary to know which address is assigned to a specific slave scanner.
SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION 3.2.3 Alternative Slave Address Assignment As alternatives to Network Setup through the Master, each Slave scanner can be assigned an address through the following methods: • address setting through the Local Device Network Settings item in the Device Menu with the slave scanner connected to Genius™...
DX8200A 3.4 PARAMETER DEFAULT VALUES The following table contains the list of the factory default settings for the DX8200A. Genius™ also allows checking the parameter default values by selecting the "Compare parameters" option available in the Tools menu and comparing the current scanner configuration to the default one.
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SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION Parameter Default Setting Reading Parameters Beam Shutter Disabled Overflow Start Ratio Overflow Stop Ratio Reading Mode Reconstruction Reading Condition Standard Reconstruction Parameters Enabled Stacked Code Disabled (unchecked) Extended Min Match Position Tolerance Duration Tolerance Min Start/Stop Number Inter Char Gap Addon Overflow Ratio Scan Line Amplitude Amplitude Settings Enable...
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DX8200A Parameter Default Setting Parameters Stop Bits Auxiliary Serial Port Data Tx Enabled (checked) Heartbeat Disable Pass Through Disabled (unchecked) Parameters Baud Rate 115200 Parity None Data Bits Stop Bits Digital I/O Setting Digital Input Lines Setting Debouncing For Input 1, 3 and 4 Debouncing For Input 2 500 µs...
With just a set of partial scans on the label (obtained using the motion of the label itself), the DX8200A is able to “reconstruct” the barcode. A typical set of partial scans is shown in the figure below: Code Direction Figure 54 –...
The formulas to calculate α maximum depend on various parameters such as: label height, number of scans per second, code motion speed, etc. DX8200A scanners provide omni-directional reading by dividing the scan line into two legs which produce a cross pattern where angle α is fixed for each leg (see figure below). Since code reconstruction is used, minimum label heights at different conveyor speeds are given in the tables in par.
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DX8200A Figure 58 – PackTrack™ System Layout Working in PackTrack™ mode requires the presence of an encoder and a presence sensor to track the moving packs. All PackTrack™ functionalities are programmed via the Genius™ tool (refer to the Genius™ Help On-Line for details).
Figure 60 – DX8200A Coordinate Reference Point 4.2.1 PackTrack™ Calibration for DX8200A The DX8200A scanner calibration is already made at the factory and it is not recommended to overwrite it. By means of the Genius™ software tool SPY, the user can set the Direction and PS Offset parameters.
Figure 62 – Selecting PackTrack™ Calibration Option The following window will open: Figure 63 – PackTrack™ Calibration Window Set the PS Offset and Direction parameters. Scanner Direction The different scanner orientations are illustrated in the following figures: Top View Conveyor Direction DX8200A Scanner Direction 0° (Forward)
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READING FEATURES Top View Conveyor Direction DX8200A Scanner Direction 90° Top View Conveyor Direction DX8200A Scanner Direction 180° (Reverse) Top View Conveyor Direction DX8200A Scanner Direction 270°...
DX8200A 4.2.2 Overwriting PackTrack™ Calibration for DX8200A Only necessary for special circumstances, it is possible to overwrite the factory scanner calibration by clicking on the “Calibrate DX” button shown in the figure above. The PackTrack™ Calibration window will expand and appear as shown in the following...
25 ° C ambient temperature depending on the conditions listed under each diagram. If standard models do not satisfy specific requirements, contact your nearest Datalogic distributor, supplying code samples, to obtain complete information on the reading...
DX8200A 4.3.1 Reading Conditions • ANSI Grade B minimum • 500 scans/sec per leg The following tables describe the requirements for standard applications. Minimum Code Height for Omnidirectional Reading (mm) Conveyor Speed (m/s) 0.25 0.30 2/5 Interleaved 0.33 Code Resolution 0.38...
(in) (cm) -100 -120 (cm) (in) Note: x = 0 and z = 0 correspond to the edge of the DX8200A scanner as shown in the figure above. CONDITIONS Code = Interleaved 2/5 or Code 39 PCS = 0.90...
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(in) -100 -120 -140 (cm) (in) (cm) Note: x = 0 and z = 0 correspond to the edge of the DX8200A scanner as shown in the figure above. CONDITIONS Code = Interleaved 2/5 or Code 39 PCS = 0.90...
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(cm) -100 -120 -140 -160 (cm) (in) Note: x = 0 and z = 0 correspond to the edge of the DX8200A scanner as shown in the figure above. CONDITIONS Code = Interleaved 2/5 or Code 39 PCS = 0.90...
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-100 -120 -140 -160 -180 (cm) (in) Note: x = 0 and z = 0 correspond to the edge of the DX8200A scanner as shown in the figure above. CONDITIONS Code = Interleaved 2/5 or Code 39 PCS = 0.90...
Repeat the operation frequently in particularly dirty environments. Use soft material and alcohol to clean the window and avoid any abrasive substances. Clean the window of the DX8200A when the scanner is turned off or at least when the laser beam is not active.
MAINTENANCE 5.2.2 Scanner Replacement Procedure The ASR procedure requires replacing one scanner at a time. NOTE Slave 1. Power down the entire system. 2. Replace the Slave scanner with a new one (default settings). 3. Power up the system and wait for initialization. Master 1.
DX8200A 6 TROUBLESHOOTING Before contacting your local Datalogic office or Datalogic Partner or ARC, it is suggested to save the device configuration to a *.ddc file by means of the Genius™ software configuration program and check the device exact model and serial number.
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TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Suggestion On Line Mode and Serial On Line • Genius™ software configuration Mode: program select the OPERATING MODES folder and check the “Reading Phase the reader does not respond correctly to Timeout” parameterization. the expected external signal end. Reading: •...
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Suggestion Communication: • If the LED is OFF, check the connections between the DX8200A slaves and the SC6000 the scanner “Network” LED is not lit. or DX8200A master. If the error persists, contact your Datalogic distributor. How do I obtain my units’ serial •...
TECHNICAL FEATURES 7 TECHNICAL FEATURES ELECTRICAL FEATURES VAC models VDC models Supply voltage 110 to 230 Vac 20 to 30 Vdc Power consumption 30 VA typical 30 W typical 35 W Max. (including startup current) Common Communication Main Baud Rate RS232 Interfaces RS485 full-duplex...
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DX8200A SOFTWARE FEATURES Readable Codes Interleaved 2/5 Code 39 Standard Codabar Code 128 EAN 128 Code 93 (standard and full ASCII) EAN/UPC (including Add-on 2 and Add-on 5) Code selection Up to 10 codes during one reading phase Headers and Terminators...
SCANNER CONVERSION SCANNER VAC TO VDC CONVERSION (OPTIONAL) It is possible to convert the DX8200A VAC model into a VDC model by inserting an internal jumper. The following operation should be performed by qualified personnel only. CAUTION Before unscrewing the panel of the DX8200A, make sure the power supply cable is disconnected to avoid shock or harm to the operator.
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DX8200A 3. Disconnect the internal Vdc power connector, referring to Figure 67. Figure 67 - Disconnecting the Vdc internal power supply connector 4. Connect the external Vdc jumper onto the power connector, referring to Figure 68. Figure 68 - Connecting the power supply jumper for external Vdc operation 5.
This organization (a service of the Food and Drug Administration) is responsible for the safety regulations governing acceptable limitations on electronic radiation from laser devices. Datalogic devices are in compliance with the CDRH regulations. CD SQUARE™ CD SQUARE™ provides useful information on label position and object shape elaborated during the barcode reading phase.
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(LCD). LEDs have extremely long lifetimes when properly operated. Multidrop Line A single communications circuit that interconnects many stations, each of which contains terminal devices. See RS485. PACKTRACK™ PackTrack™ is a Datalogic patented parcel tracking system which improves the reading features omnidirectional stations. particular, PackTrack™...
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Trigger Signal A signal, typically provided by a photoelectric sensor or proximity switch, which informs the scanner of the presence of an object within its reading zone. Acronym for Universal Product Code. The standard barcode type for retail food packaging in the United States.
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Bologna - Italy dichiara che declares that the déclare que le bescheinigt, daß das Gerät declare que el DX8200A-XXXX, Laser Scanner e tutti i suoi modelli and all its models et tous ses modèles und seine Modelle y todos sus modelos...
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