Avery Dennison Monarch 938 User manual

Monarch®
938™ Verifier
TC0938OI Rev. AF 12/07 ©2007 Paxar Americas, Inc. a subsidiary of Avery Dennison Corp. All rights reserved.

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Excerpts reprinted from the SV Series Operator’s Guide with permission from
RJS.
Avery Dennison Printer Systems Division
170 Monarch Lane
Miamisburg, OH 45342
FCC Notice
This device 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 device generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if installed and used in accordance with the instruction, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this device does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the computer and receiver.
• Connect the computer into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
grantee of this device could void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.

Statement of FCC Compliance: Canada
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numénque de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du
Règlement sur le maténel brouilleur du Canada.
CE:
The unit will contain NRTL and/or CE quality assurance labels.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with this operator’s manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. Operating this equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user
will be required to correct the problem at his own expense.
Use with NRTL-Listed Equipment
The verifier should be used only with printers that are NRTL listed. The verifier
is intended to be supplied by a NRTL Listed power supply (QQGQ) or (EPBU) or
receives power from the host unit (NRTL Listed Printer), output rated 5Vdc,
minimum 300mA maximum 1A.
Laser Scanner Safety
IEC Class3; CDRH Class III.
Cautions:
♦ Never stare directly into the laser
beam.
♦ Never stare directly at a reflected
image of the laser beam.
♦ Avoid exposure to the laser beam.
♦ Use of controls or adjustments or
performance of procedures other
than those specified herein may
result in hazardous radiation
exposure.
♦ Use the verifier only with NRTL
listed bar code printers.
♦ These laser light caution labels must be affixed to your verifier: If they are
not, contact Paxar immediately.]
♦ Laser light - Do not stare into the beam.
Paxar shall not be liable for direct, indirect, or consequential damages, costs,
expenses, lost profits, or lost savings resulting from the use, operation, or
malfunction of the verifier.

Cleaning the Verifier Window
Clean the verifier window whenever the window appears to be dirty or
smeared.
Caution: Do not use solvents (e.g., alcohol or acetone) or abrasive
cleaners to clean the verifier window. This will damage the
window.
1. Moisten a soft cloth with water or a screen cleaner.
2. Wipe the window until it is completely clean.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
GETTING STARTED......................................................................................1-1
Using this Manual....................................................................................1-1
Unpacking the Verifier..............................................................................1-2
Before Installing the Verifier .....................................................................1-2
Overview ................................................................................................1-3
INSTALLATION & SETUP..............................................................................2-1
Installing the Verifier ...............................................................................2-1
Connecting the Cables..........................................................................2-6
Connecting the Cables..........................................................................2-7
Installing the Printer .............................................................................2-8
Setup ...................................................................................................2-12
Bar Code Travel Speed Considerations....................................................2-13
Parallel Bar Code Direction .................................................................2-13
Parallel Bar Code Positioning Specifications .........................................2-14
No-Scan Zone....................................................................................2-14
CALIBRATING THE VERIFIER .......................................................................3-1
Calibrating the Verifier.............................................................................3-1
Setting Up the Verifier with ScanVision......................................................3-2

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USING THE VCT .......................................................................................... 4-1
System Requirements.............................................................................. 4-2
Using the Wizard .................................................................................... 4-2
Using Mode 2 or Mode 19 ........................................................................ 4-3
Changing Additional Parameters............................................................... 4-4
Saving and Sending Files ........................................................................ 4-4
Save or Save As.................................................................................. 4-5
Save as MPCL..................................................................................... 4-5
Store Configuration in Printer................................................................ 4-6
Send Configuration to Verifier (via Printer)............................................. 4-7
Send Configuration to Verifier (via Direct Connection)............................. 4-7
Cable Summary ...................................................................................... 4-7
Sample Verifier Configuration Packet........................................................ 4-8
Defining the Verifier Configuration Packet ................................................. 4-8
Defining the Verifier Field ........................................................................ 4-9
Additional Examples........................................................................... 4-10
Defining Option 62 ............................................................................. 4-11
Verifier Information ............................................................................ 4-12
CONFIGURING THE PRINTER....................................................................... 5-1
Setting the State..................................................................................... 5-2
Setting the Scan Beam ............................................................................ 5-3
Setting the Mode..................................................................................... 5-4
Clearing Data ......................................................................................... 5-5
Printing a Summary Label ........................................................................ 5-6
Detecting the Cable................................................................................. 5-7
Setting the Error Action ........................................................................... 5-8
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................... 6-1
Verifier Errors......................................................................................... 6-2
Verifier LED Indicators ............................................................................ 6-3
SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................A-1
Laser Scanner ........................................................................................A-2

Getting Started 1-1
GETTING STARTED
Use these Operating Instructions to set up, use, and configure the
Monarch938verifier. The verifier works with the Monarch
9855printer and 9860printer with knife. The verifier can scan a wide
variety of one-dimensional parallel bar codes. However, it cannot scan
MSI bar codes or two-dimensional bar codes.
Information in this document supercedes information in previous versions.
Check our Web site (www.paxar.com) for the latest documentation and
release information.
The verifier saves data from each bar code it scans. You can use
immediate commands to upload scan grade data and bar code data from
the verifier. Refer to the Programmer’s Addendum available on our Web
site for more information.
Using this Manual
Following is a summary of the contents of this manual:
Chapter Contents
1 Getting Started Information you should know before using the
verifier.
2 Installation &
Setup
Installing and positioning the verifier.
3 Calibrating the
Verifier
Setting up the verifier with ScanVision software.
4 Using the VCT Changing parameters, sending files, and sample
configuration packets.
5 Configuring the
Printer
Setting the printer to work with your verifier.
6 Troubleshooting Common problems and their solutions.
A Specifications Verifier and laser scanner specifications.
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1-2 Operating Instructions
Unpacking the Verifier
After you unpack the verifier, you should have the following:
♦ 938 verifier
♦ I/O cable
♦ 9-pin communications cable
♦ base plate (with two shafts, stand, mounting block, L-bracket, and
attaching parts)
♦ calibration label
♦ SV Series Operator’s Guide (You will need to refer to this manual).
Note: Do not lose the calibration label! You need it to configure the
verifier.
Keep the box and packaging material in case the verifier ever needs
repair.
Before Installing the Verifier
♦ You need a 3/32 Hex key (wrench) to install and tighten the verifier’s
stand.
♦ Install the ScanVision software. The ScanVision software is found on
the Tabletops Documentation CD-ROM. Run the file, setup.exe and
follow the prompts as necessary.
♦ Install the MonarchPaxarVerifier Configuration Tool. This tool
can be downloaded from our Web site. To install, run the .exe file
and follow the prompts as necessary.

Getting Started 1-3
Overview
Have your System Administrator follow these steps before you use the
verifier:
1. Install and set up the verifier. See Chapter 2, “Installation & Setup,”
for more information.
2. Configure the verifier using ScanVision. See Chapter 3, “Configuring
the Verifier,” for more information.
3. If necessary, create a verifier configuration file. See Chapter 4,
“Using the VCT,” for more information. A verifier configuration file
allows you to set the verifier to check only the parameters you select.
You should understand your application and which parameters you
want the verifier to check.
4. Configure the printer to enable the verifier. See Chapter 5,
“Configuring the Printer,” for more information.

1-4 Operating Instructions

Installation & Setup 2-1
INSTALLATION & SETUP
This chapter explains how to install the verifier and connect all the
cables. You need a Phillips screwdriver and a 3/32 Hex key
(wrench).
Throughout this chapter, the reference to “knife setup” is for the 9860
printer; the reference to “non-knife setup” is for the 9855 printer.
The verifier does not work with a 9855 printer using the Monarch926
knife.
Installing the Verifier
1. Turn off the printer.
2. Place the printer on a firm work surface.
3. Remove the following items from their packaging:
(1) base plate (2) shafts
(1) stand (1) mounting block
(4) feet (1) L-bracket
(1) ¼” plain cork washer (1) ¼”-20x1¼” screw
(5) M4x12 screws with attached lock washers
(6) #10-32x1/4” set screws
4. Turn the base plate upside down and attach the adhesive feet in each
corner. Make sure the base plate looks like the one pictured before
you attach the feet. Pay attention to the pattern of the mounting
holes.
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2-2 Operating Instructions
5. Turn the base plate right side up.
6. Using three screws with attached lock washers, attach the stand to
the base plate:
For knife printers, use the three holes that are on the left side of the
base plate.
For non-knife printers, use the three holes in the center of the base
plate.
Note: Do not fully tighten these screws.
It is easier to attach the shafts, bracket, and verifier before
attaching the printer to the base plate.
Knife Setup Non-Knife Setup

Installation & Setup 2-3
7. Attach the L-bracket to the base plate with two screws:
For knife printers, attach the L-bracket to the left side of the base
plate.
For non-knife printers, attach the L-bracket to the center of the base
plate.
Note: Do not fully tighten these screws.
8. Insert the vertical shaft into the stand until it stops. (The vertical
shaft has one diameter; the horizontal shaft has two different
diameters.)
Insert the set screws into the stand. Align the flat on the shaft with
the set screws in the stand.
Note: Securely tighten the set screws with a 3/32 Hex key.
Knife Setup Non-Knife Setup
Knife Setup Non-Knife Setup

2-4 Operating Instructions
9. Slide the mounting block onto the shaft as far as it will go. Insert the
set screws into the mounting block. Align the flat on the shaft with
the set screws in the mounting block.
Note: Securely tighten the set screws with a 3/32 Hex key.
Knife Setup Non-Knife Setup
Tighten these set screws

Installation & Setup 2-5
10. Insert the horizontal shaft (with two different diameters) into the
mounting block as shown. Insert the set screws into the top of the
mounting block. Align the flat on the shaft with the set screws in the
mounting block.
For knife printers, the shaft should be flush with the left edge of the
mounting block.
For non-knife printers, insert the shaft so the step in the shaft is flush
with the right edge of the mounting block.
Note: Securely tighten ALL the set screws in the shaft and
mounting block with a 3/32 Hex key.
11. Look at the stand from above. Adjust the stand so the horizontal
shaft is parallel (aligned) with the front edge of the base plate.
Securely tighten the three screws attaching the stand to the base
plate.
Knife Setup Non-Knife Setup

2-6 Operating Instructions
12. Slide the verifier onto the shaft until it stops.
13. Tighten the knob.
Knife Setup Non-Knife Setup

Installation & Setup 2-7
Connecting the Cables
1. Turn off the printer.
2. Connect the I/O cable to the verifier.
3. Connect the communication cable from the verifier to the printer
primarily to update the verifier for each bar code on the label.
See “Cable Summary” in Chapter 4 for more information about
cable setup.
4. Lay the cables on top of the base plate (the printer sits on top of
them).
Knife Setup Non-Knife Setup
I/O Cable
Communication Cable

2-8 Operating Instructions
Installing the Printer
1. For knife printers, remove the bottom screw from the right-hand
corner of the printer’s cover. Keep the screw, because you need to
re-use it.
For non-knife printers, use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the base
cover. Keep the screw, because you need to re-use it. However, you
can throw away the base cover.
Base cover
Non-Knife Setup
Knife Setup
Remove this screw

Installation & Setup 2-9
2. Align the hole in the printer over the hole in the base plate.
Make sure the cables underneath the printer are flat and not in
the way.
3. Attach the printer using the shoulder screw provided without the cork
washer. Tighten securely. If the printer is not held down securely,
then add the cork washer provided with the printer. Use your finger
to tighten this screw.
4. Attach the L-bracket to the printer using the screw you removed.
For knife printers, attach the L-bracket to the side of the printer.
For non-knife printers, attach the L-bracket to the front of the printer
where the printer’s base cover was attached.
5. Align the printer if necessary and tighten the screws in the L-bracket.
Knife Setup Non-Knife Setup
May or may not need
this cork washer.

2-10 Operating Instructions
6. Align the verifier so the verifier’s beam is centered in the feed path.
See “Setup” for beam positioning. Securely tighten ALL the set
screws.
7. A cable tube is provided with each verifier to hide the cables from
view. Slightly open the cable tube and slide the cables through it.
Hold the cable tube against the vertical stand’s shaft and secure the
cable tube to the shaft with the cable ties.
Secure cable
ties here