Metrologic Instruments MS9500 manual

MS9500 Voyager™ Series Single-Line Hand-Held Laser Scanner Installation and User’s Guide[...]

ii Locations USA Corporate Headquarters Europe Metrologic Instruments, Inc. Metrologic Instruments GmbH 90 Coles Road Dornierstrasse 2 Blackwood, NJ 08012-4683 82178 Puchheim b. Customer Service: 1-800-ID-METRO Munich, Germany Tel: 856-228-8100 Tel: 49-89-89019-0 Fax: 856-228-6673 Fax: 49-89-89019-200 Email: info@metrologic.com Email: info@europe.m[...]

iii January 2000[...]

iv Table of Contents Introduction ............................................................................................. 1 Scanner and Accessories ........................................................................ 2 Quick Start .............................................................................................. 3 Installing t[...]

v Table of Contents (continued) Appendix A Design Specifications ........................................................................... 29 Appendix B Default Settings .................................................................................... 30 Appendix C Pin Assignments ...............................................................[...]

1 Introduction The Voyager™ MS9500 Series single-line hand-held scanners include both the MS9520 and MS9540. The Voyager MS9540 features Metrologic’s patented CodeGate™ technology. CodeGate is an intuitive scanning system that is ideal for all scanning applications, including menu-scanning, point-of-sale, document processing, and inventory co[...]

2 Scanner and Accessories The following list of parts may or may not be included in the MS9500 kit. • Voyager MS9520 Single-Line Laser Scanner, or Voyager MS9540 – CodeGate™ Single-Line Laser Scanner • AC to DC Power Transformer – Regulated 5.2VDC @ 650 mA output . One of the following may be included: 120 V United States: MLPN 45-45593 2[...]

3 Quick Start 1. Connect the 10-pin RJ45 male connector into the jack on the Voyager. You will hear a ‘click’ when the connection is made. 2. Connect the L-shaped plug of the power supply into the power jack on the PowerLink cable. 3. Connect the power supply into an AC outlet. Make sure the AC input requirements of the power supply match the A[...]

4 Installing the Scanner to the Host System 1. Turn off the host system. 2. Make the proper PowerLink cable connections to the scanner. Please refer to the Quick Start section of this manual for proper installation of the cable and power supply . NOTE: If the Voyager is receiving power from the host system, please skip step #2 and step #3 in the Qu[...]

5 Disconnecting PowerLink Cables from the Scanner Before removing the cable from the scanner, Metrologic recommends that the power on the host system is off and the power supply has been disconnected from the PowerLink cable. 1. Locate the small ‘pin-hole’ on the top of the unit near the bottom of the Voyager logo. 2. Bend an ordinary paperclip[...]

6 How to Use CodeGate – MS9540 Only • Au to trigger activates the laser • Place the laser line on the bar code • Press the CodeGate button to transmit the data 1 2 3 Two Modes of Operation • Auto-trigger while in the stand • Bar code is automatically decoded and transmitted • CodeGate activates when removed from the stand • Bar code[...]

7 Assembling the Stand Kit #46-46055 Contains: a. Stand ( mlpn 36-00343 ) Qty 1 b. Apron ( mlpn 50-50440 ) Qty 1 c. Screw, M3 x 6 mm long ( mlpn 18-18670 ) Qty 2 d. Washer, #5 x .5 OD ( mlpn 18-18671 ) Qty 2 e. Stand Anchor ( mlpn 50-50449 ) Qty 1 f. Wood Screw, #8 Round Head ( mlpn 18-18057 ) Qty 4 g. Base ( mlpn 36-36080 ) Qty 1 There are 2 optio[...]

8 Assembling the Stand (continued) Stand Option 2: Hard-mounted to countertop Step 1 Drill four #39 holes in the countertop. Step 2 Secure the base (mlpn 36-36080) to the countertop with the four #8 wood screws (mlpn 18-18057) provided. Step 3 Screw the anchor (mlpn 50-50449) onto the base until it sits flush. Step 4 Remove the logo plate on the st[...]

9 Scanner Parts *This feature is not available on the MS9520 Green, Yellow and Red LEDs Output Window Stand Stand Apron Cable Connection CodeGate Button*[...]

10 Audible Indicators When the Voyager 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 receives powe[...]

11 This is a failure indicator . Refer to “Failure Modes ” on page 13.[...]

12 Visual Indicators There are three LED indicators (green, red and yellow) located on the head of the MS9500. When the scanner is on, the flashing or stationary activity of the LEDs indicates the status of the current scan and the scanner. Green, Red & Yellow LEDs are off The LEDs will not be illuminated if the scanner is not receiving power f[...]

13 Visual Indicators (continued) Alternating Flashing of Green and Red This indicates the scanner is program mode. A razzberry tone indicates that an invalid bar code has been scanned while in this mode . Steady Red, Green off This indicates the scanner may be waiting for communication from the host .[...]

14 Failure Modes Flashing Green and one Razzberry Tone This indicates the scanner has experienced a laser sub- system failure. Return the unit for repair to an authorized service center. Flashing Red and Green with Two Razzberry Tones This indicates the scanner has experienced a scanning mechanism failure. Return the unit for repair to an authorize[...]

15 Programming Modes The MS9500 Voyager has 3 modes of programming. Bar Codes: Voyager can be configured by scanning the bar code s located in the METROSELECT® Configuration Guide (MLPN 2407). Please refer to this guide for instructions. This manual can be downloaded for FREE from Metrologic’s website (www.metrologic.com). MetroSet™: This user[...]

16 Programming Modes (continued) 4. During programming, the motor and laser remain active. YOU CANNOT SCAN ANY BAR CODES WHILE IN PROGRAM MODE. 5. There is a 20 second window between commands. If a 20 second timeout occurs, the scanner will send a [nak] and you must start over. 6. To enter serial program mode, send the following command [stx]999999[...]

17 Programming Modes (continued) EXAMPLE #3 : The following example shows the events that occur when an invalid bar code is sent. This sample will load the factory default settings and then set the baud rate to 19200. HOST SCANNER FEATURE COMMAND ASCII REPRESENTATION RESPONSE Enter Program Mode [stx]999999[etx] 02h 39h 39h 39h 39h 39h 39h 03h [ack][...]

18 Upgrading the Flash Rom Firmware The Meteor program is a functional component of Metrologic’s new line of flash-based scanners. This program allows the user of a Metrologic scanner to quickly upgrade to a new or custom version of software. It requires the use of a personal computer running under Windows 95 or greater and the use of a communica[...]

19 Labels Each scanner has a label on the back of the unit. This label has the model number, date of manufacture, serial number, CE and caution information. The following is an example of this label: AVOID EXPOSURE laser light emitted from this aperture Metrologic Instruments Inc. Manufactured in Blackwood New Jersey, USA Model: MS9540 January 2000[...]

20 Depth of Field 2.5” [64 mm] 5.0” [127 mm] 6.5” [165 mm] 8.0” [203 mm] 2.0” [51 mm] 0.0” [0 mm] 1.0” [25.4 mm] 10.0” [254 mm] 2.5” [64 mm] Scan Width at A B E G H J Width of Scan Field 7.1” [180 mm] 4.8” [122 mm] 4.4” [112 mm] 3.4” [86 mm] 8.5” [216 mm] 9.8” [249 mm] 11.7” [297 mm] Distance: Scanner Face Minimum Ba[...]

21 IR Activation 2.5” [64 mm] Scan Width at Face Short Range IR 4.0” ± 1.0” [102 mm ± 25.4mm] 0.0” [0 mm] Long Range IR 11.0” ± 2.0” [229 mm ± 51 mm] Distance From Face Width of Scan Field 12.6” [320 mm] 6.2” [158 mm ][...]

22 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 .[...]

23 Applications and Protocols The model number on each scanner includes the scanner number and factory default communications protocol. Scanner Version Identifier Communication Protocol(s) MS9520 MS9540 41 Full RS-232C/Light Pen Emulation MS9520 MS9540 47 Keyboard Wedge, Stand-Alone Keyboard and RS-232 Transmit/Receive MS9520 MS9540 9 OCIA and RS-2[...]

24 Trouble Shooting 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. All Interfaces MS9500 Series Troubleshooting Guide Symptoms Possible Causes Solution No LEDs, beep or laser No power is being supplied to the scanner Check tran[...]

25 Troubleshooting Guide (continued) Symptoms Possible Causes Solution The unit powers up, but does not scan/or beep Beeper disabled. No tone selected Enable beeper. Select tone The unit powers up, but does not scan and/or beep Scanning a particular symbology that is not enabled UPC/EAN, Code 39, interleaved 2 of 5 , Code 93, Code 128 and Codabar a[...]

26 Troubleshooting Guide (continued) Symptoms Possible Causes Solution Scanner beeps at some bar codes and NOT for others of the same bar code symbology The print quality of the bar code is suspect Check print mode. The type of printer could be the problem. Change print settings. i.e. change to econo mode or high speed Scanner beeps at some bar cod[...]

27 Troubleshooting Guide (continued) Symptoms Possible Causes Solution The unit scans the bar code but there is no data Configuration is not correct Make sure the scanner is configured for the appropriate mode. Check internal jumper The unit scans but the data is not correct Configuration is correct Make sure that the proper PC type AT, PS2 or XT i[...]

28 Troubleshooting Guide (continued) Symptoms Possible Causes Solution Power-up OK and scans OK ,but does not communicate properly to the host Com port at the host is not working or configured properly Check to make sure that the baud rate and parity of the scanner and the communication port match and the program is looking for “RS-232” data Po[...]

29 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[...]

30 Appendix A – Design Specifications Operational Light Source Visible Laser Diode 650 nm ± 10 nm Laser Power 0.96 mW (peak) Depth of Scan Field 0 mm – 203 mm (0” – 8” for 0.330 mm (13 mil) bar code at default setting Scan Speed 72 scan lines per second Scan Pattern Single scan line Minimum Bar Width 0.127 mm (5.0 mil) InfraRed Activatio[...]

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 then [...]

32 Appendix B – Default Settings (continued) PARAMETER DEFAULT OCIA RS-232 LIGHT PEN IBM 46XX KBW Mod 43 Check on Code 39      MSI-Plessy 10/10 Check Digit      MSI-Plessy Mod 10 Check Digit *      Paraf Support ITF      ITF Symbol Lengths Variable      Minimum Symbol Leng[...]

33 Appendix B – Default Settings (continued) PARAMETER DEFAULT OCIA RS-232 LIGHT PEN IBM 46XX KBW Same symbol rescan timeout 750 msecs      Same symbol rescan timeout 875 msecs *      Same symbol rescan timeout: 1000 msecs      No Same symbol timeout      Infinite Same symbol timeout [...]

34 Appendix B – Default Settings (continued) PARAMETER DEFAULT OCIA RS-232 LIGHT PEN IBM 46XX KBW Transmit Sanyo ID Characters   Nixdorf ID   LRC Enabled   UPC Prefix   UPC Suffix   Carriage Return *   Line Feed-Disabled by default in KBW *   Tab Prefix   Tab Suffix   “DE” Disable Command [...]

35 Appendix B – Default Settings (continued) PARAMETER DEFAULT OCIA RS-232 LIGHT PEN IBM 46XX KBW 100 msec to Find Supplement Programmable in 100 msec steps (max 800 msec) *      Coupon Code 128   as code 39   Programmable Code Lengths 7 avail      Programmable Prefix characters 10 avail   Suffix ch[...]

36 1 10 Appendix C The MS9520 and MS9540 scanner interfaces terminate to a 10-pin modular jack. The serial # label indicates the interface enabled when the scanner is shipped from the factory. MS9520-9 & MS9520-9 OCIA MS9520-47 & MS9540-47 Keyboard Wedge and Stand- Alone Keyboard Pin Function Function 1 Ground Ground 2 RS-232 Transmit Outpu[...]

37 Appendix C (continued) Cable Connector Configurations “Standard” PowerLink cable MLPN 53000 9-pin D-type female connector to the PC Pin Function 1 Shield Ground 2 RS-232 Transmit Output 3 RS-232 Receive Input 4 DTR Input/Light Pen Source 5 Power/Signal Ground 6 Light Pen Data 7 CTS Input 8 RTS Output 9 +5VDC 9-Pin D-Type Connector 6 1 9 5[...]

38 Appendix C (continued) Cable Connector Configuration The PowerLink cable is terminated with a 5-pin DIN female connector on one end, and a 6-pin mini DIN male on the other. Metrologic will supply an adapter cable with a 5-pin DIN male connector on one end and a 6-pin mini DIN female connector on the other. According to the termination required, [...]

39 Appendix D – Warranty and Disclaimer Limited Warranty The MS9500 scanners are manufactured by Metrologic at its Blackwood, New Jersey, USA facility. The MS9500 scanners have a two (2) year limited warranty from the date of manufacture. Metrologic warrants and represents that all MS9500 scanners are free of all defects in material, workmanship [...]

40 Appendix E - Notices Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation . This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency a[...]

41 Appendix E – Notices (continued) Achtung Die Verwendung anderer als der hier beschriebenen Steuerungen, Einstellungen oder Verfahren kann eine lebensgefährliche Laserstrahlung hervorrufen. Der Kunde sollte unter keinen Umständen versuchen, den Laser-Scanner selbst zu warten. Sehen Sie niemals in den Laserstrahl, selbst wenn Sie glauben, daß[...]

42 Appendix F Patents Patent Information This METROLOGIC product may be covered by one or more of the following US Patents: US Patent No. 4,958,984; 5,081,342; 5,260,553; 5,340,971; 5,340,973; 5,424,525; 5,468,951; 5,484,992; 5,525,789; 5,528,024; 5,591,953; 5,616,908; 5,627,359; 5,661,292; 5,777,315; 5,789,730; 5,789,731; 5,811,780; 5,825,012; 5,8[...]

43 Addendum Addendum 1:1 If the optional power adapter available through Metrologic does not power the bar code scanner, the scanner will receive power from a host device such as a computer system. The following statement is applicable: Caution To maintain compliance with standards CSA C22.2 No. 950/UL 1950 and norm EN 60950, the power source must [...]

44 Index A AC input/outlet 4 Accessories iii, 2 Approvals 18 Audible iii , 10 Autodiscriminates 29 B Bar Code 1, 3, 10, 11, 12, 14,15 16 21, 24, 25, 26, 29, 42 Beep 3, 10, 11, 15, 16, 17, 23, 24 29, 31 C Cable 2, 27, 29, 36, 37 communication 4, 11, 12, 17 27, 30 pin assignments 37 PowerLink iii, 1, 2, 3 , 4, 5, 17 36, 37 Caution 2, 18, 39, 42 CDRH [...]

45 Index R Razzberry tone 10, 12, 13, 31 Red LED 3, 10, 11, 17, 24 Repair 13, 38 RMA 38 RS-232 22, 27, 28, 30, 31, 32 33, 34, 35, 36 S SELV 2 Service ii, 38 Specifications iv, 29 T Tones 10, 13 Transformers 29 Troubleshooting 23, 24, 25, 26 27 V Ventilation 29 Voltage 2, 29 W Warranty iv, 38 Window 9, 21[...]