Metrologic Instruments MS7120 Series manual

METROLOGIC INSTRUMENTS, INC. MS7120 Series Fixed Projection Laser Scanner Installation and User’s Guide MLPN 2408 Printed in USA December 1998[...]

ii Locations USA Corporate Headquarters Europe Metrologic Instruments, Inc. Metrologic Instruments GmbH 90 Coles Road Dornierstrasse 2 Blackwood, NJ 08012 82178 Puchheim b. Customer Service: 1-800-ID-METRO Munich, Germany Tel: 609-228-8100 Tel: 49-89-89018-0 Fax: 609-228-6673 Fax: 49-89-89019-200 info@metrologic.com metrologic@europe.metrologic.com[...]

iii Table of Contents Introduction ................................................... 1 Scanner and Accessories ......................................... 2 Quick Start .................................................... 3 Operational Test ............................................... 4 Scanner Installation: Powered by External Power Supply ....[...]

iv Table of Contents (continued) Appendix A Design Specifications 29, 30 Appendix B Default Settings 31-35 Appendix C Pin Assignments 36-38 Appendix D Warranty and Disclaimer 39, 40 Appendix E Notices 41, 42 Index 43, 44[...]

1 Introduction Orbit™ is an aggressive, omnidirectional laser bar code scanner. Light-weight and rugged, Orbit is small in size, but BIG in performance. Designed for applications where counter space is limited, Orbit is the ideal presentation scanner for retail, convenience, liquor and specialty stores. In addition, Orbit’s unique, contoured sh[...]

2 Scanner and Accessories The following is a list of the parts included in the MS7100 kit. ! MS7120 Laser Scanner - Refer to page 28 for available communication protocols ! Power Transformer AC in 120V, 220V- 240V Continental European or 220V- 240V UK. DC in regulates 5.2V@650mA (MLPN45593/45591/45592) RS-232, Light Pen, OCIA and 46xx scanners: ! P[...]

3 Quick Start 1.) Plug in the scanner. When the MS7120 is ready to scan, the green LED will turn on, then the red LED will flash and the scanner will beep once. (the red LED will remain on for the duration of the beep). 2.) The scanner is shipped from the factory programmed with default settings. To configure the MS7120 scanner to meet the host sys[...]

4 Operational Test Metrologic recommends using the external power supply provided with the scanner when operating the MS7120. When using power supplied by the host, the host system should supply a minimum of 250 mA of current @ 5VDC. Keyboard Wedge Scanners: 1. Connect the 10-pin modular plug of the PowerLink cable into the scanner jack. Connect th[...]

5 Scanner Installation: Powered by External Power Supply 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 60950. 1. Turn off the host system. 2. Make the necessary PowerLink cable connections to the scanner and the host. 3. Con[...]

6 Scanner Installation: Powered by Host Device The MS7120 scanner interfaces terminate to a 10-pin modular jack. Connect the 10-pin modular plug of the PowerLink cable into the jack then connect the other end of the PowerLink cable to the host. Refer to Appendix C page 36 for pin assignments. 1. Turn off the host system. 2. Make the necessary Power[...]

7 Scanner Installation to the PC for the Scanner with Built-in PC Keyboard Wedge Interface 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 60950. 1. The MS7120 Keyboard Wedge scanner interface terminates to a 10-pin modular ja[...]

8 Green and Red LEDs: During normal operation, the green LED is on. This indicates that the laser is on and the unit is ready to scan. On a successful read of a bar code, the red LED will turn on. After communication to the host is complete, the red LED will turn off. The LEDs are also used as diagnostic indicators and mode indicators. Refer to pag[...]

9 Audible Indicators When the MS7120 scanner 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 MetroSelect Programming Guide MLPN 2407. One Beep * When the scanner first receiv[...]

10 Failure Modes Flashing Green and One Razzberry Tone This indicates the scanner has experienced a laser subsystem failure. Return the unit for repair at an authorized service center. Flashing Red and Green and Two Razzberry Tones This indicates the scanner has experienced a motor failure. Return the unit for repair at an authorized service center[...]

11 Visual Indicators There are a red LED and a green LED on the head of the Orbit MS7120. When the scanner is on, the flashing or stationary activity of the LEDs indicates the status of the current scan and the scanner. No Red or Green LED The LEDs will not be illuminated if the scanner is not receiving power from the host or transformer. Steady Gr[...]

12 Labels Each scanner has labels on the bottom of the unit. One label contains information such as the model number, date of manufacture, serial number and notes that the device is a Class IIa laser product. The other label states the device is an LASERKLASSE 1 product. The following are examples of these labels:[...]

13 Depth of Field Specifications (based on 100% UPC bar codes) Optimal Low Density Depth of Field (default) Optimal High Density Depth of Field[...]

14 Depth of Field Specifications (continued) (based on 100% UPC bar codes) Close Depth of Field Normal Depth of Field[...]

15 Depth of Field Specifications (continued) (based on 100% UPC bar codes) Far Depth of Field[...]

16 Depth of Field by Minimum Bar Code Element Width Optimal Low Density Depth of Field (default)[...]

17 Depth of Field by Minimum Bar Code Element Width (continued) Optimal High Density Depth of Field (default)[...]

18 Depth of Field by Minimum Bar Code Element Width (continued) Close Depth of Field[...]

19 Depth of Field by Minimum Bar Code Element Width (continued) Normal Depth of Field[...]

20 Depth of Field by Minimum Bar Code Element Width (continued) Far Depth of Field[...]

21 Maintenance Smudges and dirt can interfere with the proper scanning of a bar code. Therefore, the output window will need occasional cleaning. 1. Spray glass cleaner onto lint free, non-abrasive cleaning cloth. 2. Gently wipe the scanner window.[...]

22 Troubleshooting Guide The following guide is for reference purposes only. Contact a Metrologic representative at 1-800-ID-METRO or 1-800-436-3876 to preserve the limited warranty terms on page 39. All Interfaces MS7120 Series Troubleshooting Guide SYMPTOMS POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) SOLUTION No LEDs, beep No power is being supplied Check transformer, out[...]

23 Troubleshooting Guide (continued) SYMPTOMS POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) SOLUTION The unit powers Beeper disabled. No tone Enable beeper. Select tone up, but does not selected scan and/or beep The unit powers Scanning a particular UPC/EAN, Code 39, interleaved 2 of up, but does not symbology that is not 5, Code 93, Code 128 and Codabar scan and/or beep enab[...]

24 Troubleshooting Guide (continued) SYMPTOMS POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) SOLUTION Scanner beeps at The print quality of the bar Check print mode. The type of printer some bar codes code is suspect could be the problem. Change print and NOT for settings. For example change to econo others of the mode or high speed same bar code symbology Scanner beeps at The[...]

25 Troubleshooting Guide (continued) Keyboard Wedge Only SYMPTOMS POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) SOLUTION The unit scans Configuration is not Make sure the scanner is configured the bar code but correct for the appropriate mode. Check there is no data internal jumper The unit scans Configuration is not Make sure that the proper PC type AT, but the data is corre[...]

26 Troubleshooting Guide (continued) RS-232 only SYMPTOMS POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) SOLUTION Power-up OK Com port at the host is not Check to make sure that the baud rate and scans OK working or configured and parity of the scanner and the but does not properly communication port match and the communicate program is looking for “RS-232" data properl[...]

27 RS-232 Demonstration Program If an RS-232 scanner is not communicating with your IBM compatible PC, key in the following BASIC program to test that the communication port and scanner are working. This program is for demonstration purposes only. It is only intended to prove that cabling is correct, the com port is working, and the scanner is work[...]

28 Applications and Protocols The model number on each scanner includes the scanner number and communications protocol. Scanner Version Identifier Communication Protocol(s) 7120 41 Full RS-232C and Light Pen Emulation 7120 47 Keyboard Wedge, Stand-Alone Keyboard and RS-232 Transmit/Receive 7120 9 OCIA and RS-232 Transmit/Receive 7120 11 IBM 46XX an[...]

29 Appendix A Design Specifications Operational Light Source: VLD 675 ± 5nm, 0.681 milliwatts ( PEAK ) Depth of Field: 0 mm to 215 mm (0" to 8.5") at default (programmable) Scan Speed: 1200 scans/second Scan Pattern: 5 fields of 4 parallel lines (omnidirectional) Scan Lines: 20 Min Bar Width: 0.13 mm (5.2 mil) Decode Capability: Autodisc[...]

30 Appendix A (continued) Electrical Input Voltage: 5.2VDC ± 0.25V Power : 1.1 W Operating Current : 225 mA DC Transformers: Class II; 5.2 V @650 mA Laser Class: CDRH: Class IIa; EN 60 825-1: 1994/A11:1996 Class 1 EMC: FCC Class A, CISPR Class A Environmental Operating Temperature: 0 E C to 40 E C (32 E F to 104 E F) Storage Temperature: -40 E C t[...]

31 Appendix B Default Settings Many functions of the scanner can be "programmed" - that is, enabled or disabled. The scanner is shipped from the factory programmed to a set of default conditions. The default parameter of the scanner has an asterisk ( * ) in the charts on the following pages. If an asterisk is not in the default column the[...]

Appendix B (continued) 32 Parameter Default OCIA RS- Light IBM KBW 232* Pen 46XX DTS/NIXDORF * T T NCR F T T NCR S T T Poll Light Pen Source T T Beeper Tone Normal T T T T T T T T T T Beep/Transmit Sequence Before T T T T T T T T T T Transmit Communication Timeout None T T T T T T T T T T Razzberry Tone on Timeout T T T T T T T T T T Three Beeps on[...]

Appendix B (continued) 33 Parameter Default OCIA RS- Light IBM KBW 232* Pen 46XX Transmit UPC-A Item ID# * T T T T T T T T T T Transmit Codabar T T T T T T T T Start/Stop Characters CLSI Editing (Enable) T T T T T T T T Transmit Mod 43 Check Digit T T T T T T T T on Code 39 Transmit Code 39 T T T T T T T T Stop/Start Characters Transmit Mod 10/ITF [...]

Appendix B (continued) 34 Parameter Default OCIA RS- Light IBM KBW 232* Pen 46XX Character RTS/CTS * T T Message RTS/CTS T T XON/XOFF Handshaking T T ACK/NAK T T Two Digit Supplements T T T T as code T T T T 39 Five Digit Supplements T T T T as code T T T T 39 Bookland T T T T as code T T T T 39 977 (2 digit) Supplemental T T T T T T T T T T Requir[...]

Appendix B (continued) 35 Parameter Default OCIA RS- Light IBM KBW 232* Pen 46XX Normal Depth of Field * T T T T T T T T T T Extended Depth of Field T T T T T T T T T T Long Depth of Field T T T T T T T T T T Ultra Close Depth of Field T T T T T T T T T T[...]

36 Appendix C Pin Assignments Pin Assignments for the PowerLink Cable The MS7120 scanner interfaces terminate to a 10-pin modular jack. Connect the 10-pin modular plug of the PowerLink cable into the jack then connect the other end of the PowerLink cable to the host. (Refer to page 6 for details). Due to the variations in current supplied by the ma[...]

37 Appendix C (continued) Pin Assignments for the PowerLink Cable Keyboard Wedge Interface The MS7120 Keyboard Wedge scanner interface terminates to a 10-pin modular jack. Connect the 10-pin modular plug of the PowerLink cable into the jack then connect the other end of the PowerLink Y-type cable to the host and keyboard (refer to page 7 for detail[...]

38 Adapter Cable Connectors 5-pin Male 6-pin Female PowerLink Cable Connectors 5-pin Female 6 -pin Male Appendix C (continued) Pin Assignments for the 5-pin DIN and 6-pin mini-DIN MS7120 Hand- Held Laser Scanner with Built-in PC Keyboard Wedge Interface The MS7120 Keyboard Wedge scanner interface terminates to a 10-pin modular jack. Connect the 10-[...]

39 Appendix D 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 [...]

40 Appendix D (continued) 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 obl[...]

41 Appendix E 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[...]

42 Appendix E (continued) Anmerkung Nach Überprüfung dieses Geräts wurde festgestellt, daß es den Grenzwerten für Digitalgeräte der Klasse A gemäß Teil 15 der Richtlinien der US-amerikanischen Bundesbehörde für das Fernmeldewesen entspricht. Diese Grenzwerte wurden festgelegt, um einen angemessenen Schutz gegen schädliche Auswirkungen be[...]

43 Index A Accessories 2 AC input/outlet 2, 4, 5, 7 Adapter cable 2, 7, 38 Approvals 12 Assignments pin 36-38 Audible indicators 9 Authorized service center 39 Autodiscriminates 29 B Bar code 3, 8, 9, 11, 13, 16, 21, 23-25, 27, 29 Bar width 29 Beep(s) 3-6, 9-11, 22-24, 29 Beeper operation 29 Built-in PC keyboard wedge interface 7, 28, 38 C Cable ad[...]

44 Index (continued) Light Pen 1, 2, 4, 6, 28, 36 Light source 29 List 2 M Maintenance 21 Manufacturer’s recommendation 7 Mechanical 29 Min bar width 29 N Normal depth of field 14, 19 Notices 41, 42 O OCIA 1, 2, 4, 6, 28, 29, 36 Operating current 30 Operating temperature 30 Operation 1, 7, 9, 29 Operational 29 Operational test 4 Output 8, 21, 26,[...]