Allen-Bradley Bulletin 2755 User manual

ALLEN-BRADLEY
Bulletin 2755
Hand-Held Scanner
with Wedge Option
(Catalog No. 2755-G3-W, 2755-G6-W)
User Manual

Solid state equipment has operational characteristics
differing from those of electromechanical equipment.
“Application Guidelines for Application, Installation, and
Maintenance of Solid State Controls” (Publication
SGI-1.1) describes some important differences between
solid state equipment and hard–wired electromechanical
devices. Because of this difference, and also because of the
wide variety of uses for solid state equipment, all persons
responsible for applying this equipment must satisfy
themselves that each intended application of this
equipment is acceptable.
In no event will the Allen-Bradley Company be
responsible or liable for indirect or consequential damages
resulting from the use or application of this equipment.
The examples and diagrams in this manual are included
solely for illustrative purposes. Because of the many
variables and requirements associated with any particular
installation, the Allen-Bradley Company cannot assume
responsibility or liability for actual use based on the
examples and diagrams.
No patent liability is assumed by Allen-Bradley Company
with respect to use of information, circuits, equipment, or
software described in this manual.
Reproduction of the contents of this manual, in whole or in
part, without written permission of the Allen-Bradley
Company is prohibited.
Compaq is a registered trademark of Compaq Computer Corporation.
DEC and VT are registered trademarks of Digital Equipment Corporation.
Hewlett-Packard is a registered trademark of Hewlett-Packard Company.
IBM is a registered trademark of Internationa Business Machines Corporation
PC AT, PS/2 and PC XT are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation
PHOTOSWITCH is a registered trademark of Allen-Bradley Company, Inc.
Important User
Information

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Hand-Held Scanner with Wedge Option
Table of Contents
i
Chapter 1
Chapter Objectives 1–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents of Package 1–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Intended Audience 1–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Overview of Manual 1–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Warning and Caution Symbols 1–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Related Publications 1–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 2
Chapter Objectives 2–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Function of Scanner 2–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Modes 2–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hand-Held Mode 2–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Autosense Mode 2–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setup Parameters 2–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Keyboard Wedge 2–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Setup 2–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Message Format 2–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Symbology 2–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ordering a Scanner 2–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Scanner Accessories 2–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 3
Chapter Objectives 3–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Physical Description 3–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
LED Indicators 3–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety Labels 3–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Scanning Ranges 3–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Scanner 3–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Beep 3–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Tips 3–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Troubleshooting 3–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using
this Manual
Overview
of Scanner
Using
the Scanner

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Chapter 4
Chapter Objectives 4–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing Wedge Interface 4–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting Scanner Interface Cable 4–2. . . . . . . .
Removing Scanner Interface Cable 4–3. . . . . . . . .
Connecting Wedge Interface Cable 4–4. . . . . . . . .
Connecting Optional Power Supply 4–5. . . . . . . . .
Terminal Power Up Sequence 4–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Enabling Wedge Mode 4–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Selecting a Terminal Type 4–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Scanner Configuration Guidelines 4–8
. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Scanner Default Settings 4–10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Resetting Factory Defaults 4–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 5
Chapter Objectives 5–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System Status 5–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power Consumption 5–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Beeper Operation 5–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Capture Count 5–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spotter Beam 5–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Autosense Mode 5–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 6
Chapter Objectives 6–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Message Format 6–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Prefix 6–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Suffix 6–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Scanner Identifier 6–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Code Identifier 6–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preamble or Postamble 6–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preamble 6–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Postamble 6–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Intercharacter Delay 6–10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setup
Instructions
General
Setup
Parameters
Message
Format
Parameters

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Chapter 7
Chapter Objectives 7–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Label Lengths 7–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Code 39 7–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Modulo 43 Check Character 7–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transmit Stop/Start Characters 7–3. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Minimum Length 7–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maximum Length 7–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UPC (A and E) 7–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Supplements 7–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Expanded UPC-E 7–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transmit Number System Digit 7–6. . . . . . . . . . . .
Transmit Check Digit 7–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UPC to EAN Translation 7–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
EAN/JAN 7–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Supplements 7–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transmit Number System Digit 7–9. . . . . . . . . . . .
Transmit Check Digit 7–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interleaved 2 of 5 7–10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check Digit 7–10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Minimum Length 7–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maximum Length 7–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Standard 2 of 5 7–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Minimum Length 7–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maximum Length 7–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Code 128 7–13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Minimum Length 7–13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maximum Length 7–13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Codabar 7–14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transmit Stop/Start Characters 7–14. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Minimum Length 7–15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maximum Length 7–15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Symbologies

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Chapter 8
Appendix A Bar Code Test Symbols
Appendix B Digit Selection Symbols
Appendix C Autosense Mode
Appendix D Maintenance
Appendix E Scanner Parameters
Glossary
Index
Specifications

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Figures
Scanning Ranges 3–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Keyboard Wedge Interface Connections 4–1. . . . . . . .
Connecting Scanner Interface Cable 4–2. . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing Scanner Interface Cable 4–3. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Autosense Mode C–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tables
Wedge Interface Cables 2–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Scanner Accessories 2–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
LED Indicators 3–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Scanning Ranges: Standard/Long Range Scanner 3–4
Scanner Default Settings 4–10
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Code Identifier Characters 6–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hexadecimal Conversion Table 6–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.1
4.1
4.2
4.3
C.1
2.A
2.B
3.A
3.B
4.A
6.A
6.B

A–B
1
Chapter
1–1
Using this Manual
This chapter gives an overview of the manual
including:
•Contents of Package
•Intended Audience
•Overview of Manual
•Warnings and Cautions
•Related Publications
You should receive the following items when
ordering the Catalog No. 2755-G3-W or
2755-G6-W Scanner:
•Scanner
•Scanner Holder
•User Manual
No special knowledge is required to install,
configure, or operate the scanners as a keyboard
wedge interface. However, this manual does not tell
you how to use or generate an application program to
receive and store the data.
Chapter
Objectives
Contents
of Package
Intended
Audience

Using this Manual
Chapter 1
1–2
This manual shows how to set up and use the scanner
as a keyboard wedge interface for non-contact scan-
ning applications. The contents of each chapter are:
Chapter Title Purpose
1Using this Manual Provides an overview of this manual.
2Overview of Scanner Gives an overview of scanner functions, oper-
ating modes, and scanner setup parameters.
3Using the Scanner Provides basic instructions on how to use the
scanner for non-contact scanning.
4Setup Instructions Shows how to setup the scanner as a
keyboard wedge interface and configure the
operating parameters of the scanner.
5 General
Setup Parameters Covers parameters specific to the operation of the scanner including beeper, power con-
sumption, and capture count. Parameters are
selected by scanning bar code labels.
6 Message
Format Parameters Covers parameters that control the format of messages transmitted to the host computer or
terminal. Parameters are selected by scanning
bar codes.
7 Symbologies Covers parameters that enable bar code
symbologies the scanner is capable of read-
ing. Symbologies are disabled or enabled by
scanning bar codes.
8 Specifications Details specifications of the scanners.
Overview
of Manual

Using this Manual
Chapter 1
1–3
This manual contains the following caution and
warning symbols.
CAUTION:
A laser caution symbol that appears
where laser light is present.
WARNING:
!A warning symbol means people might
be injured if procedures are not followed.
CAUTION:
!A caution symbol is used when equip-
ment may be damaged if procedures are
not followed.
Below is a list of related publications you may need
to refer to when using the scanners.
•Publication No. 2755-921
Bar Code Basics
Describes bar code symbologies, equipment, and
typical applications.
•Publication No. 2755-2.44
Product Data for the family of
Visible Laser Diode Hand-Held Scanners
Warning and
Caution Symbols
Related
Publications

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2
Chapter
2–1
Overview of Scanner
This chapter gives an overview of the scanner
including:
•Function of Scanner
•Operating Modes
•Scanner Setup Parameters
•Scanner Accessories
The scanner is a keyboard wedge interface that is
capable of scanning, decoding, and transmitting bar
code data to a host computer or terminal.
As a keyboard wedge interface you can use the
scanner with most manufacturer’s terminals. The
scanner connects between the keyboard and display
of the terminal. In this mode the scanner draws
power directly from the terminal.
The wedge translates scanned data so that it appears
as if it was entered at the keyboard. When the wedge
is transmitting scanned data, the computer ignores
data entered at the keyboard.
You configure the scanner for keyboard wedge mode
by modifying scanner setup parameters. Parameters
are selected based on the terminal type and the types
of bar codes used in your application.
The scanner is easily configured by scanning the
appropriate bar code labels in Chapters 4 through 7 of
this manual. When a configuration label is scanned,
the scanner sends a 1 or 2 line acknowledgement
message to your terminal display.
Important: It is your responsibility to provide the
appropriate application program on the host
computer/terminal to receive and store the data.
Chapter
Objectives
Function
of Scanner

Overview of Scanner
Chapter 2
2–2
The scanner functions in one of two operating modes:
Hand-Held Mode or Autosense Mode.
Hand-Held Mode
In hand-held mode, you hold the scanner in your
hand and press the trigger every time you want to
scan a bar code symbol.
Chapter 3 provides details on using the scanner in
hand-held mode.
AutosenseMode
In this mode the scanner operates in an optional
Autostand (Catalog No. 2755-NS2) for hands-free
operation. The scanner uses a low level laser beam as
an internal object sensor.
When the scanner is placed in the stand it becomes
immediately active for reading any bar code label
presented to it. The scanner is triggered when a bar
code label breaks the scan beam path (between the
reflector on the stand and the scanner).
You also have the option of removing the scanner
from the stand and using it as a conventional
hand-held scanner. The low level beam will not
interfere with hand-held use of the scanner.
When replaced in the stand the scanner reverts
automatically to the Autosense mode.
Note: Autosense mode can also be set up using a
PHOTOSWITCHreflector. See Accessories.
Operating
Modes

Overview of Scanner
Chapter 2
2–3
The built-in setup parameters of the scanner fall into
four general categories:
•Keyboard Wedge
•General Setup
•Message Format
•Symbologies
Each category controls parameters that relate to
specific functions of scanner operations and its
operation in wedge mode.
Keyboard WedgeParameters
Parameters that configure the scanner to operate in
keyboard wedge mode include:
•Enable Wedge Mode
•Select Terminal Type
Chapter 4 shows how to enable the scanner to operate
in wedge mode with a specific terminal type.
General Setup Parameters
General setup parameters are basic to the operation
of the scanner. These parameters control:
•System Status Display
•Power Consumption
•Beeper Operation
•Capture Count
•Spotter Beam
•Autosense Mode
General parameters are set by scanning bar code
labels in Chapter 5.
Setup
Parameters

Overview of Scanner
Chapter 2
2–4
Message Format Parameters
Parameters that control the format and speed of
messages transmitted to the host include:
•Prefix
•Suffix
•Scanner Identifier
•Code Identifier
•Preamble
•Postamble
•Intercharacter Delay
Message format parameters are enabled or disabled
by scanning bar codes in Chapter 6.
SymbologyParameters
The scanner can be configured to read the following
bar code symbologies:
•Code 39
•UPC
•EAN/JAN
•Interleaved 2 of 5
•Standard 2 of 5
•Code 128
•Codabar
Symbologies are selected based on the requirements
of the application.
You enable or disable symbologies by scanning bar
codes in Chapter 7.

Overview of Scanner
Chapter 2
2–5
The following figure shows the catalog number
breakdown for ordering a scanner.
2755 - G 3 - W
Bulletin Number
G = Gun
3 = Standard Range
6 = Long Range
Scan Range
Decoder Type
Device TypeDevice Type
W = Wedge
Ordering
a Scanner

Overview of Scanner
Chapter 2
2–6
Table 2.A lists the wedge interface cables available
for the supported terminal types. Included with each
catalog number is an 8 foot (2.4 meter) coiled
scanner interface cable.
Table 2.A
Wedge Interface Cables
Catalog No. Terminal Description
2755-NC20 IBM-PC, -XT, -AT
Allen-Bradley 6120, 6121
Alen-Bradley 1784-T35, -T50, -T60
Allen-Bradley 2706-DL40 (AT or XT Mode)
Compaq DeskPro, Compaq 286
2755-NC21 IBM PS/2 (50, 55, 60, 80)
Compaq 386
2755-NC22 IBM 3151, 3472
2755-NC24 DEC VT220, VT240, VT320, VT340,
VT420, VT1000 1
Requires Catalog No. 2755-PW1 Power Supply
1
Table 2.B lists other accessories for the scanners.
Table 2.B
Scanner Accessories
Catalog No. Description
2755-NS1 Scanner Holder (included with scanner).
2755-NS2 Autostand 2
2755-GB1 Holster Belt
2755-GH5 Scanner Holster (functions on belt or sling)
2755-PW1 5V Power Supply, 110 VAC, 60 Hz
2755-NT1 Reflective Tape, 2 inch (50.8 mm) square
92-39 3Circular Reflector, 3 inch (76.2 mm) diameter
92-47 3Circular Reflector, 1 1/4 inch (31.8 mm) diameter
Reflective tape is supplied with Autostand. Additional reflective
tape is available by ordering Catalog No. 2755-NT1.
2
Allen-Bradley PHOTOSWITCHpart number.
3
Scanner
Accessories

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3
Chapter
3–1
Using the Scanner
This chapter covers some basic topics on the
operation and use of the scanner including:
•Physical Description
•LED Indicators
•Safety Labels
•Scanning Ranges
•Operating Scanner
•Beep
•Operating Tips
•Troubleshooting
The scanners use a low power visible laser diode light
source for non-contact scanning applications.
The trigger in the handle of the scanner turns on the
light beam. The beam exits the window on the front
of the scanner.
Trigger
Cable Connection
Scanning Window
LED Indicators
Note: If your scanner is enabled for Autosense
mode, the internal object sensor is automatically
triggered when bar codes are presented to it.
Chapter
Objectives
Physical
Description

Using the Scanner
Chapter 3
3–2
Light, reflected off the bar code symbols, passes back
through the window and is detected by light sensors.
When a label is read, the laser is automatically turned
off until the next pull of the trigger.
The laser beam looks like a narrow red line of light. It
is actually a tiny spot of light traveling very fast. The
laser spot moves across the bar code symbol at
approximately 35 scans/second. The bar code is
scanned many times in a short period of time.
The rear of the scanner has two indicators that
provide a visual indication of scanner operation.
GOOD READ
SCANNING
Table 3.A defines the color and function of each
LED indicator.
Table 3.A
LED Indicators
LED Label Color Function
GOOD READ Green The GOOD READ light momentarily turns on
(and you will hear a beep) when a bar code
symbol has been successfully decoded.
SCANNING Yellow The SCANNING light turns on when the
device is scanning.
LED
Indicators

Using the Scanner
Chapter 3
3–3
The scanners use a low power visible laser diode. As
with any bright light source, such as the sun, you
should avoid staring directly into the beam.
Momentary exposure to a CDRH Class II laser is not
known to be harmful.
The following figure shows the location of all safety
labels as they appear on the scanner.
CAUTION:
!Use of controls, adjustments, or perform-
ance of procedures other than those
specified herein may result in hazardous
visible light exposure.
Safety
Labels

Using the Scanner
Chapter 3
3–4
The scanners can read bar code labels at various
distances depending on the bar code width (width of
narrowest element in bar code, either bar or space).
Table 3.B defines the scanning ranges for both the
standard and long range scanner. Scanning ranges are
listed for symbols with bar code widths from 6.0 mil
to 55.0 mil (.15 mm to 1.40 mm).
Table 3.B
Scanning Ranges: Standard and Long Range Scanners
Bar Code
Width Standard Range (2755-G3-W) Long Range (2755-G6-W)
6.0 mil
(.15 mm) 3.0 in - 5.0 in 7.6 cm - 12.7 cm N.A.
7.5 mil
(.19 mm) 2.5 in - 7.5 in 6.4 cm - 19.0 cm N.A.
10.0 mil
(.25 mm) 1.0 in - 10.0 in 2.5 cm - 25.4 cm N.A.
15.0 mil
(.38 mm) 1.5 in - 14.0 in 3.8 cm - 35.6 cm 8.0 in - 22 in 20.3 cm - 55.9 cm
20.0 mil
(.51 mm) 2.5 in - 18.0 in 6.4 cm - 45.7 cm 12 in - 36 in 30.5 cm - 91.4 cm
40.0 mil
(1.02 mm) 9.0 in - 25.0 in 22.9 cm - 63.5 cm 23 in - 60 in 58.4 cm - 152.4 cm
55.0 mil
(1.40 mm) 12.0 in - 30.0 in 30.5 cm - 76.2 cm 23 in - 66 in 58.4 cm - 167.6 cm
Figure 3.1 illustrates the scanning ranges in graphic
form. The figure shows that the scanning range of
the standard range scanner for a 40.0 mil (1.02 mm)
bar code width is 9.0 - 25.0 inches (22.9 - 63.5 cm).
The scanning range of the long range scanner for the
40.0 mil (1.02 mm) bar code width is 23 - 60 inches
(58.4 - 152.4 cm).
Scanning
Ranges