Metrologic TECH 8 manual

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    METROLOGIC INSTRUMENTS, INC. TECH 8 Laser Bar Code ™ Projection Scanner Installation and User’s Guide MLPN 2168 Printed in USA September 199 8[...]

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    ii Locations : USA Corporate Headquarters Europe Metrologic Instruments, Inc. Metrologic Instruments GmbH Blackwood, NJ 08012 Munich, Germany Customer Service: 1-800-ID-METRO Tel: 49-89-89018-0 Tel: 609-228-8100 Fax: 49-89-89019-200 Fax: 609-228-6673 ASIA South America Metrologic Asia (PTE) Ltd. Metrologic Instruments Singapore 417818 CEP 04571-090[...]

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    iii Table of Contents Unpacking List ............................................................ 1 Introduction .............................................................. 1 Labels ................................................................... 2 Applications and Protocols ................................................... 2 Maintenance ..[...]

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    1 Unpacking List The shipping carton, will contain the following: ! TECH 8 Laser Bar Code Projection Scanner ! Installation and User’s Guide ! ScanSelect™ Scanner Programming Guide ! Communication Cable (optional) or Communication Cable with Power Supply (optional) ! Stand (optional) If any item is missing or to order additional items, contact [...]

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    2 Labels One label is found inside the window of the scanner noting that this device is a CDRH Class IIa laser product and EN 60825-1 LASERKLASSE 1. Also, on the scanner is a label on the back of the unit. This label contains information such as the model number, the date of manufacture and the serial number. The following are samples of the labels[...]

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    3 Maintenance Smudges or dirt that appears on the scanner window can interfere with proper scanning. Therefore, the window will need occasional cleaning. 1. Spray glass cleaner onto lint free, non-abrasive cleaning cloth. 2. Gently wipe the scanner window. Configuration of the Scanner to the Host System The scanner has been configured at the time o[...]

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    4 Scanner Connections In order for the scanner to maintain compliance with applicable standards, all circuits connected to the scanner must meet the requirements for SELV ( S afety E xtra L ow V oltage) according to EN 60825-1. To avoid potential problems, do not power up the scanner until the communication cable is secured to the host. 1. Turn off[...]

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    5 Figure 1 Attaching the Scanner to the Stand and Work Surface The scanner can be positioned in a vertical orientation with the Metrologic stand (Part #45478). To attach the unit to the stand and work surface purchase the following: four 6-32 x ½" (maximum length) machine screws and two #10 panhead or #8 countersunk wood screws. 1. Lay the sc[...]

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    6 Figure 4 Scanning Bar Codes The depth of field for the scanner is 203mm to 457mm (8" to 18") from the scanner window. The symbol must be passed through the scan area in order for the scanner to recognize the bar code. (Refer to Figure 2)[...]

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    7 Appendix A TECH 8 Laser Bar Code Scanner Specifications ™ Application Industrial Scanner Light Source Visible Laser Diode 670 ± 5nm Laser Class CDRH: Class IIa; EN 60825: Class 1 Certifications CE, UL listed for US and Canada EMC FCC Class A, CISPR Class A Mechanical Dimensions 203mm x 216mm x 96mm (8"L x 8.5"W x 3.8"D) Weight 3[...]

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    8 Operational Depth of Scan Field 203mm to 457mm (8" to 18") Scan Speed Model 870 1250 scan lines per second Model 875: 450 scan lines per second Scan Pattern Model 870: Omnidirectional (20 interlocking lines) Model 875: 6-line raster Indicators LED: green=on ready to scan; red=good read Beeper Operation Selection of 3 tones for “Good R[...]

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    9 Figure 4 Appendix B Version A1 Pin Assignments for the Mil spec Connector Each TECH 8 scanner has a 19-pin male Mil spec connector that is found on the side of the unit. To connect the scanner to the host device, use a communication cable with a female Mil spec connector. The communication cable may include a power transformer or it may be design[...]

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    10 Figure 5 Version A15 Pin Assignments for the Mil spec Connector Each TECH 8 scanner has a 19-pin male Mil spec connector that is found on the side of the unit. To connect the scanner to the host device, use a communication cable with a female Mil spec connector. The communication cable may include a power transformer or it may be designed to dra[...]

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    11 Appendix C Warranty and Disclaimer Limited Warranty Products manufactured by Metrologic have a 2-year limited warranty from date of manufacture. This warranty is limited to repair, replacement or refund at Metrologic’s discretion. Faulty equipment must be returned to the Metrologic facility in Blackwood, New Jersey or Puchheim, Germany. To do [...]

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    12 Disclaimer Metrologic Instruments, Inc. and the author or authors make no claims or warranties with respect to the contents or accuracy of this publication, or the product it describes, including any warranties of fitness or merchantability for a particular purpose. Any stated or expressed warranties are in lieu of all obligations or liability f[...]

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    13 Appendix D Notices Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses and can rad[...]

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    14 Attention L'emploi de commandes, réglages ou procédés autres que ceux décrits ici peut entraîner de graves irradiations. Le client ne doit en aucun cas essayer d'entretenir lui-même le scanner ou le laser. Ne regardez jamais directement le rayon laser, même si vous croyez que le scanner est inactif. N'ouvrez jamais le scann[...]

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    15 Appendix E Patents “Patent Information This METROLOGIC product may be covered by one or more of the following U.S. Patents: U.S. Patent No. 4,360,798; 4,369,361; 4,387,297; 4,460,120; 4,496,831; 4,593,186; 4,607,156; 4,673,805; 4,736,095; 4,758,717; 4,816,660; 4,845,350; 4,896,026; 4,923,281; 4,933,538; 4,992,717; 5,015,833; 5,017,765; 5,059,7[...]

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    16 Index A E AC outlet 4 Electrical 7 Application 7 Email ii Application and protocols 2 EN 60825-1 2, 4 Asia ii Environmental 8 ASIC 1 ESD 8 Attaching stand 5 EU 7 A1 pin assignments 9 Europe ii A15 pin assignments 10 Exit angle 8 B F B units 2 Faulty equipment 11 Bar codes 6 Fax ii Base 5 Functions 9, 10 Beeper operation 8 Bracket 5 G C Good read[...]

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    17 M Maintenance 3, 8 System interfaces 8 MECCA 1 Mechanical 7 T Mil spec connector 4, 7, 9, 10 Temperature 8 Model number 2 Top cover 7 Mounting options 7 Transformer 4, 7, 9, 10 N U NEMA-12 steel case 1, 7 UL/CSA 7 Notices 13, 14 Units 2 O ii OCIA 2, 9 Operating current 7 V Operating temperature 8 Ventilation 8 Operational 8 Version A1 9 Optional[...]