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    METROLOGIC INSTRUMENTS, INC. TECH 7™ Laser Bar Code Projection Scanner Installation and User’s Guide MLPN 2159 Printed in USA June 1998[...]

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    ii Locations : USA Corporate Headquarters South America Metrologic Instruments, Inc. Metrologic Instruments 90 Coles Road Centro Ciudad Comercial Tamanaco Blackwood, NJ 08012 Torre B, piso 6, ofic. 603-B Customer Service: 1-800-ID-METRO Chuao 1064 Tel: 609-228-8100 Caracas, Venezuela Fax: 609-228-6673 Tel: 58-2-959-8911 EMAIL: info@metrologic.com F[...]

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    iii Table of Contents Introduction .................................................. 1 Unpacking List ................................................ 1 Scanner Installation ............................................. 2 Configuration to the Host System .................................. 3 Stand Installation ......................................[...]

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    1 Introduction Metrologic’s TECH 7 laser bar code projection scanner is encased in an NEMA-12 steel case. The case construction enables the scanner to operate in harsh surroundings, especially industrial environments. Water-resistant, shock-resistant, and rugged, the TECH 7 is also fast, aggressive and reliable. It can register bar codes at a ran[...]

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    2 Scanner Installation 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. To avoid potential problems, do not power up the scanner until the communication cable is secured to the host. 1. "Power off" the host sys[...]

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    3 Configuration to the Host System The scanner is shipped from the factory programmed to a set of default conditions noted in the ScanSelect Scanner Programming Guide by an asterisk that appears before the brief definition located next to the bar code. In order for the scanner to communicate with a host system properly, it may need to be programmed[...]

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    Base of Stand 4 Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 Stand Installation With the Metrologic stand (Part #45475), the scanner can be positioned in one of two directions. The two orientation choices are vertical or horizontal. (Refer to Figure 1) To install this stand, use the four 6- 32 x ½ inch machine screws and two #10 panhead wood screws. 1. Drill two ho[...]

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    5 Figure 4 Figure 5 Back Plate Installation With the Metrologic back plate (Part #45473), position the scanner in one of two directions. The two orientation choices are vertical or horizontal. (Refer to Figure 4). To use this stand, use the four 6-32 x ½ inch machine screws and four wood screws to attach the unit to the back plate and work surface[...]

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    Laser Output Window Speaker Mil spec Connector Green and Red LEDs 1 2 3 4 6 Figure 6 Parts of the Scanner 1 Green and Red LEDs When the green LED is on, this indicates that the unit is receiving power and the laser is on. When the red LED flashes on, the scanner has read a bar code successfully. When the red light turns off, communica-tion to the h[...]

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    7 Visual Indicators There is a red and green LED at the top of the scanner. When the scanner is on, the flashing or stationary activity of the LEDs indicates the status of the scan and scanner. Steady Green When the laser is on, the green LED is also on. This occurs when an object is in the scan field. Steady Green; Red Flash When the scanner succe[...]

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    8 Signaux optiques Sur la partie supérieure du scanner se trouvent une diode LED rouge et une diode LED verte. Quand le scanner est sous tension, les diodes rouge et verte clignotantes ou allumées vous informent sur l'état du scanner. Ni la diode rouge, ni la diode verte n'est allumée Il existe deux raisons possibles pour que les diod[...]

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    9 Optische Anzeigen Auf dem Scanner befinden sich eine rote und eine grüne Leuchtdiode. Bei eingeschaltetem Scanner geben Ihnen die blinkenden bzw. feststehenden Leuchtdiodenanzeigen Aufschluß über den Abtast- und Scannerstatus. Weder rote noch grüne Leuchtdiodenanzeige Es gibt zwei mögliche Gründe, weshalb die Leuchtdiodenanzeigen nicht aufl[...]

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    10 Segnali ottici Sullo scanner si trovano due diodi luminosi: uno rosso e uno verde. Quando lo scanner è inserito, i diodi luminosi, che possono o essere accesi in continuazione o lampeggiare, Vi informano sullo stato della scansione e dell’apparecchio. Né il diodo luminoso rosso né quello verde sono accesi Vi sono due possibili cause se i di[...]

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    11 Labels There is one label located inside the window of the scanner noting that this device is a CDRH Class IIa laser product and IEC 825 LASERKLASSE 1. Also, on the scanner is a label located on the back of the unit. This label contains information such as the model number, date of manufacture, serial number, and approvals. The following are sam[...]

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    12 Figure 7 Depth of Scan Field for the MS770 Scanner The depth of field for the scanner is 76mm to 254mm (3" - 10") from the laser output window. Pass the symbol through the scan area in order for the scanner to recognize the bar code. (Refer to Figure 7)[...]

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    13 Figure 8 Depth of Scan Field for the MS775 Scanner The depth of field for the scanner is 76mm to 254mm (3" - 10") from the laser output window. Pass the symbol through the scan area in order for the scanner to recognize the bar code. (Refer to Figure 8)[...]

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    14 Maintenance S mudges 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, nonabrasive cleaning cloth. 2. Gently wipe the output window. Applications and Protocols The model number on each scanner includes the scanner number and communica[...]

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    15 Appendix A Specifications Application: Industrial Projection 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: 184mmL x 186mmW x 78mmD (7.25"L x 7.3"W x 3.06"D) Weight: 2.35 kg. [...]

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    16 Operational Depth of Scan Field: 76mm to 254mm (3" to 10") Scan Speed: Model 770: 2000 scan lines per second Model 775: 1200 scan lines per second Scan Pattern: Model 770: Omnidirectional (20 interlocking lines) Model 775: 12-line raster Indicators: LED: green = laser on; red = good read Beeper Operation: Selection of 3 tones for “Go[...]

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    17 Figure 9 Appendix B Pin Assignments Version “1” Pin Assignments for RS-232, OCIA, and Bidirectional RS-232 Each TECH 7 scanner has a 19-pin male Mil spec connector that is located 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[...]

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    18 Figure 10 Version “15” Pin Assignments for Light Pen Emulation Each TECH 7 scanner has a 19-pin male Mil spec connector that is located 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 supply or it may be designed to dra[...]

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    19 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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    20 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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    21 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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    22 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 bei Einsatz des Geräts i[...]

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    23 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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    24 Index A AC 2, 15 Application 15 Application and protocols 14 Asia ii ASIC 1 B Back plate hortizontal mount 5 vertical mount 5 Bar code(s) 1, 3, 6, 7, 12-14 Beep 2, 3, 6, 7, 10, 16 Beeper operation 16 C Cable communication 1, 2, 6, 17, 18 length 15 CDRH class IIa 11 Clean 14, 16 Communication protocol 14 Compliance 2 Configuration 3 Contrast 16 C[...]

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    25 M Scan field 12, 13, 16 Maintenance 14, 16 MECCA 1 Mechanical 15 Mil spec connector 2, 6, 15, 17, 18 Model number 11, 14 Mounting 4, 5, 15 MS770 1, 12 MS775 1, 13 N NEMA-12 steel case 1, 15 Notices 21, 22 O OCIA 14, 16, 17 Operating current 15 Operating temperature 16 Operation 3, 16 Operational 16 Output window 6, 12-14, 16 P Parts 6 Patents 23[...]