Datalogic Matrix 300N User manual

REFERENCE MANUAL
> Matrix 300N™

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Matrix 300N™ Reference Manual
Ed.: 06/2015
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CONTENTS
REFERENCES ............................................................................................................vi
Conventions................................................................................................................. vi
Reference Documentation........................................................................................... vi
Support Through the Website...................................................................................... vi
Patents......................................................................................................................... vi
COMPLIANCE............................................................................................................vii
EMC Compliance.........................................................................................................vii
Power Supply...............................................................................................................vii
CE Compliance............................................................................................................vii
FCC Compliance .........................................................................................................vii
Laser Safety................................................................................................................viii
LED Safety..................................................................................................................viii
HANDLING..................................................................................................................ix
GENERAL VIEW.........................................................................................................xi
1RAPID CONFIGURATION ...........................................................................................1
Step 1 –Connect the System.......................................................................................1
Step 2 –Mount and Position the Reader......................................................................3
Step 3 –Aim And Autofocus the Reader......................................................................4
Step 4 –X-PRESS Configuration .................................................................................5
Step 5 –Installing DL.CODE Configuration Program...................................................8
Step 6 –Device Configuration....................................................................................11
Step 7 –Test Mode ....................................................................................................26
Advanced Reader Configuration.................................................................................27
2INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................28
2.1 Product Description ....................................................................................................28
2.2 Indicators and Keypad Button.....................................................................................31
2.3 ID-NET........................................................................................................................32
2.3.1 How To Setup/Configure the Reader Network ...........................................................33
2.3.2 Master Configuration ..................................................................................................34
2.3.3 Slave Configuration ....................................................................................................38
2.3.4 Verify Master/Slave Setup..........................................................................................42
2.4 Backup and Restore Through DL.CODE....................................................................44
2.4.1 Backup........................................................................................................................45
2.4.2 Restore.......................................................................................................................46
2.4.3 Replacement...............................................................................................................46
2.5 X-PRESS Human Machine Interface..........................................................................47
2.5.1 X-PRESS Functions ...................................................................................................47
2.5.2 Diagnostic Indication...................................................................................................49
2.6 Model Description.......................................................................................................49
2.6.1 Lighting System Notes................................................................................................50
2.7 Accessories ................................................................................................................50
2.8 Application Examples .................................................................................................51
2.8.1 Document Handling....................................................................................................51
2.8.2 Deformed or Overprinted Code Reading....................................................................51
2.8.3 Direct Part Marking.....................................................................................................52
2.8.4 Ink-Jet Printing Technology........................................................................................53

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2.8.5 Laser Marking/Etching Technology ............................................................................53
3INSTALLATION .........................................................................................................54
3.1 Package Contents ......................................................................................................54
3.2 Mechanical Dimensions..............................................................................................55
3.3 Mounting and Positioning Matrix 300N.......................................................................58
4CBX ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS.........................................................................61
4.1 Power Supply..............................................................................................................62
4.1.1 Standard Models.........................................................................................................62
4.1.2 Power over Ethernet (PoE) Models ............................................................................62
4.2 Main Serial Interface...................................................................................................64
4.2.1 RS232 Interface..........................................................................................................65
4.2.2 RS422 Full-Duplex Interface.......................................................................................66
4.3 ID-NET Interface.........................................................................................................67
4.3.1 ID-NET Cables............................................................................................................67
4.3.2 ID-NET Response Time..............................................................................................68
4.3.3 ID-NET Network Termination......................................................................................68
4.4 Auxiliary RS232 Interface...........................................................................................72
4.5 Inputs..........................................................................................................................73
4.6 Outputs.......................................................................................................................77
4.7 On-Board Ethernet Interface.......................................................................................80
4.8 User Interface - Serial Host ........................................................................................80
5TYPICAL LAYOUTS ..................................................................................................81
5.1 Ethernet Connection...................................................................................................81
5.2 Serial Connection .......................................................................................................83
5.3 Fieldbus Connection...................................................................................................84
5.4 ID-NET Synchronized Network...................................................................................85
6READING FEATURES...............................................................................................88
6.1 FOV Calculation..........................................................................................................88
6.2 Global FOV Diagrams.................................................................................................89
6.2.1 Manual Adjustable Focus Models 6 mm.....................................................................90
6.2.2 Software Adjustable Liquid Lens Models 9 mm..........................................................91
6.2.3 Manual Adjustable Focus Models 9 mm.....................................................................92
6.2.4 Manual Adjustable Focus Models 12 mm...................................................................93
6.2.5 Manual Adjustable Focus Models 16 mm...................................................................94
6.3 Reading Diagrams......................................................................................................95
6.3.1 Matrix 300N 4x1 (6 mm models) 1D Codes................................................................96
6.3.2 Matrix 300N 4x1 (6 mm models) 2D Codes..............................................................102
6.3.3 Matrix 300N 4x3 (9 mm models) 1D Codes..............................................................105
6.3.4 Matrix 300N 4x3 (9 mm models) 2D Codes..............................................................108
6.3.5 Matrix 300N 4x4 (12 mm models) 1D Codes............................................................111
6.3.6 Matrix 300N 4x4 (12 mm models) 2D Codes............................................................115
6.3.7 Matrix 300N 4x5 (16 mm models) 1D Codes............................................................119
6.3.8 Matrix 300N 4x5 (16 mm models) 2D Codes............................................................123
6.4 Maximum Line Speed and Exposure Time Calculations ..........................................126
7SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION..............................................................................128
7.1 DL.CODE System Requirements .............................................................................128
7.2 Reader Configuration................................................................................................128
7.2.1 Restore Configuration...............................................................................................129
7.2.2 Restore Defaults.......................................................................................................129
7.2.3 Auto Calibration........................................................................................................131

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7.2.4 Manual Calibration....................................................................................................132
7.2.5 Multi Image Acquisition Setups.................................................................................135
7.2.6 Extending DOF Using Internal Image Settings Selection .........................................136
7.2.7 Extending DOF Using External Image Settings Selection........................................137
7.2.8 Image Cropping........................................................................................................139
7.2.9 Direct Part Marking Applications...............................................................................142
7.3 Diagnostics...............................................................................................................147
7.4 Statistics ...................................................................................................................148
8MAINTENANCE .......................................................................................................149
8.1Cleaning....................................................................................................................149
9TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................................................................150
9.1 General Guidelines...................................................................................................150
10 TECHNICAL FEATURES.........................................................................................153
AALTERNATIVE CONNECTIONS.............................................................................155
Power, COM and I/O Connector...............................................................................155
On-Board Ethernet Connector..................................................................................156
ID-NET Network Termination....................................................................................158
Inputs........................................................................................................................158
Outputs.....................................................................................................................159
User Interface - Serial Host ......................................................................................161
GLOSSARY..............................................................................................................162
INDEX.......................................................................................................................165

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REFERENCES
CONVENTIONS
This manual uses the following conventions:
"User" refers to anyone using a Matrix 300N reader.
"Reader" refers to the Matrix 300N reader.
"You" refers to the System Administrator or Technical Support person using this manual to
install, configure, operate, maintain or troubleshoot a Matrix 300N reader.
REFERENCE DOCUMENTATION
For further details refer to: the DL.CODE™ Help On Line, DL.CODE User’s Guide, Matrix
Reading Methods, provided as supplementary documentation on the DL.CODE mini-DVD
(downloaded .zip file or mini-DVD accessory).
SUPPORT THROUGH THE WEBSITE
Datalogic provides several services as well as technical support through its website. Log on
to www.datalogic.com and click on the Industrial Automation links for further information:
PRODUCTS –FIXED INDUSTRIAL BARCODE READERS
Select your product from the links on the Fixed Industrial Barcode Readers page. The
product page describes specific Info, Features, Applications, Models, Accessories, and
Downloads including documentation, software drivers, and utility programs.
SUPPORT & SERVICES –INDUSTRIAL AUTOMATION
Several links from the Industrial Automation list take you to additional services such as:
Service Program which contains Maintenance Agreements and Warranty Extensions;
Repair Centers; On-Line RMA Return Material Authorizations; Technical Support through
email or phone; Downloads for additional downloads.
PATENTS
See www.patents.datalogic.com for patent list.
This product is covered by one or more of the following patents:
Design patents: EP002197715
Utility patents: EP0996284B1, EP0999514B1, EP1014292B1, EP1128315B1,
EP1396811B1, EP1413971B1, JP4435343B2, JP4571258B2, US6512218, US6616039,
US6808114, US6997385, US7053954, US7387246, US8058600, US8368000, US8743263

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COMPLIANCE
For installation, use and maintenance it is not necessary to open the reader.
Only connect Ethernet and dataport connections to a network which has routing only within the plant
or building and no routing outside the plant or building.
EMC COMPLIANCE
In order to meet the EMC requirements:
connect reader chassis to the plant earth ground by means of a flat copper braid shorter than
100 mm;
connect pin "Earth" of the CBX connection box to a good Earth Ground;
for direct connections, connect your cable shield to the locking ring nut of the connector.
POWER SUPPLY
ATTENTION: READ THIS INFORMATION BEFORE INSTALLING THE PRODUCT
This product is intended to be installed by Qualified Personnel only.
This product is intended to be connected to a UL Listed Computer (LPS or “Class 2”) which supplies
power directly to the reader, or a UL Listed Direct Plug-in Power Unit (rated 10 to 30 V, minimum 1 A)
marked LPS or “Class 2”, or Power over Ethernet source Device supplied by UL Listed Direct Plug-in
Power Unit marked LPS or “Class 2”.
CE COMPLIANCE
Warning: This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio
interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
FCC COMPLIANCE
Modifications or changes to this equipment without the expressed written approval of Datalogic could
void the authority to use the equipment.
This device complies with PART 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference which may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the 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 radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case
the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

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LASER SAFETY
The Matrix 300N internal illuminators contain two aiming Laser LEDs used to position the
reader.
This product conforms to the applicable requirements of IEC 60825-1 and complies with 21
CFR 1040.10 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice N° 50, date June 24, 2007. This
product is classified as a Class 2 laser product according to IEC 60825-1 regulations.
WARNING: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures
other than those specified herein may result in exposure to hazardous visible
laser light.
Disconnect the power supply when opening the device during maintenance or installation to
avoid exposure to hazardous laser light. The laser beam can be switched on or off through a
software command.
Produit(s) conforme selon 21CFR 1040.10
sauf des dérogations relatives à la Laser
Notice N° 50, date Juin 24, 2007.
Dans le paquet il y a l’étiquette(s) pour les
pays où le texte d'avertissement en
français sont obligatoires. Le(s) mettre sur
le produit à la place de la version
anglaise.
Matrix 300N Warning Labels
Exemple d'étiquettes d'avertissement laser
LED SAFETY
LED emission according to EN 62471.

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HANDLING
The Matrix 300N is designed to be used in an industrial environment and is built to withstand
vibration and shock when correctly installed, however it is also a precision product and
therefore before and during installation it must be handled correctly to avoid damage.
avoid that the readers are dropped (exceeding shock limits).
do not fine tune the positioning by striking the reader or bracket.

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do not weld the reader into position which can cause electrostatic, heat or reading window
damage.
do not spray paint near the reader which can cause reading window damage.

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GENERAL VIEW
Matrix 300N™
Software Adjustable Focus (Liquid Lens) Models
Figure A
1
2
3
4
Device Class and Warning Labels
Bracket Mounting Holes (4)
Good Read LED (green)
Lens Cover
5
HMI X-PRESS Interface
6
Lens
7
Internal Illuminator
9
Ethernet Connector
No Read LED (red)
Aiming System Laser Pointers
8
Power - Serial Interfaces - I/O Connector
Ethernet Connection LED
12
Power On LED
10
11
13
Connector block
rotates to 90° position
2
1
2
12
13
3
5
8
11
4
10
9
6
7
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Matrix 300N™
Manual Adjustable Focus Models
Figure B
1
2
3
4
9
Device Class and Warning Labels
Bracket Mounting Holes (4)
Good Read LED (green)
Lens Cover
Power - Serial Interfaces - I/O Connector
Ethernet Connector
No Read LED (red)
8
Internal Illuminator
5
HMI X-PRESS Interface
Aiming System Laser Pointers
12
6
Lens
Ethernet Connection LED
7
Focus Adjustment Screw
10
11
13
Power On LED
14
2
1
2
13
14
Connector block
rotates to 90° position
1
3
5
9
12
4
11
10
8
7
6

RAPID CONFIGURATION
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1 RAPID CONFIGURATION
STEP 1 –CONNECT THE SYSTEM
To connect the system in a Stand Alone configuration, you need the hardware indicated in
Figure 1. In this layout the data is transmitted to the Host on the main serial interface. Data
can also be transmitted on the RS232 auxiliary interface independently from the main
interface selection.
When One Shot or Phase Mode Operating mode is used, the reader is activated by an
External Trigger (photoelectric sensor) when the object enters its reading zone.
Figure 1 –Matrix 300N in Stand Alone Layout
Matrix 300N
Host
PG6000
CBX
CAB-DSxx-S
I/O, Aux
1
2
Main Serial Interface (RS232 or RS422 Full-Duplex)
External Trigger (for One Shot or Phase Mode)

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CBX100/CBX500 Pinout for Matrix 300N
The table below gives the pinout of the CBX100/CBX500 terminal block connectors. Use this
pinout when the Matrix 300N reader is connected by means of the CBX100/CBX500:
CBX100/500 Terminal Block Connectors
Input Power
Outputs
Vdc
Power Supply Input Voltage +
+V
Power Source - Outputs
GND
Power Supply Input Voltage -
-V
Power Reference - Outputs
Earth
Protection Earth Ground
O1+
Output 1 +
O1-
Output 1 -
Inputs
O2+
Output 2 +
+V
Power Source –External Trigger
O2-
Output 2 -
I1A
External Trigger A (polarity insensitive)
O3A
Output 3 (CBX500 only)
I1B
External Trigger B (polarity insensitive)
-V
Power Reference –External Trigger
Auxiliary Interface
+V
Power Source –Inputs
TX
Auxiliary Interface TX
I2A
Input 2 A (polarity insensitive)
RX
Auxiliary Interface RX
I2B
Input 2 B (polarity insensitive)
SGND
Auxiliary Interface Reference
-V
Power Reference –Inputs
ID-NET™
Shield
REF
Network Reference
Shield
Network Cable Shield
ID+
ID-NET network +
ID-
ID-NET network -
Main Interface
RS232
RS422 Full-Duplex
TX
TX+
-
TX-
RX
*RX+
-
*RX-
SGND
SGND
* Do not leave floating, see par. 4.2.2 for connection details.
CAUTION: Do not connect GND, SGND and REF to different (external)
ground references. GND, SGND and REF are internally connected through
filtering circuitry which can be permanently damaged if subjected to voltage
drops over 0.8 Vdc.

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STEP 2 –MOUNT AND POSITION THE READER
1. To mount the Matrix 300N, use the mounting brackets to obtain the most suitable position
for the reader. The most common mounting configuration is shown in the figure below.
Figure 2 –Positioning with Mounting Bracket
2. When mounting the Matrix 300N take into consideration these three ideal label position
angles: Pitch or Skew 10° to 20° and Tilt 0°, although the reader can read a code at any tilt
angle provided the code fits into the Field Of View (FOV).
Figure 3 –Pitch, Tilt and Skew Angles
3. Refer to the reading diagrams in chp. 6 to determine the distance your reader should be
positioned at.
NOTE: Rapid Configuration of the Matrix 300N reader can be made either
through the X-PRESS™interface (steps 3-4) which requires no PC
connection, or by using the DL.CODE Setup Wizard (steps 5-6). Select the
procedure according to your needs.
Tilt
Skew
Pitch
Minimize
No Pitch, Tilt or Skew
Tilt
any angle
inside FOV
Skew
Assure at least 10°
FOVH
FOVV

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STEP 3 –AIM AND AUTOFOCUS THE READER
(Liquid Lens Models only)
Matrix 300N provides a built-in laser pointer aiming system to aid reader positioning. For
Liquid Lens models the autofocus feature is also incorporated into this function. The aiming
system is accessed through the X-PRESS Interface.
1. Power the reader on. During the reader startup (reset or restart phase), all the LEDs blink
for one second. On the reverse side of the reader near the bracket, the “POWER ON”
LED (blue) indicates the reader is correctly powered.
2. Place the Grade A Barcode Test Chart in front of the reader at the correct reading
distance for your application. See the Reading Diagrams in chapter 6for reference.
3. Enter the Aim/Autofocus function by pressing and holding the X-PRESS push button until
the Aim LED is on.
4. Release the button to enter the Aim function. The laser pointers turn on, and the
Autofocus procedure begins, see Figure 4. The Aim LED will blink until the procedure is
completed.
Within 3 seconds (before the reader flashes), center one of the larger codes on the
aiming system pointers (the code must not move during this procedure).
The Autofocus procedure ends when the Reading Distance and PPI values are
successfully saved in the reader memory, the Aim LED will stop blinking and Matrix 300N
emits 3 high pitched beeps.
If the Autofocus cannot be reached after a timeout of about 3 (three) minutes Matrix 300N
will exit without saving the parameters to memory, the Aim LED will stop blinking and in this
case Matrix 300N emits a long low pitched beep.
Figure 4 –X-PRESS Interface: Aim/Autofocus Function
NOTE: You can exit the Aim/Autofocus function at any time by pressing the
X-PRESS push button once. After a short delay the autofocus procedure is
cancelled and the laser pointers turn off.
(Manual Adjustable Focus Models only)
The Matrix 300N manual adjustable focus models are factory focused to a precise Reading
Distance. If this distance is compatible with your application you can use the X-PRESS
Interface to install the reader, if not, use the DL.CODE procedure described in step 6 “Image
Setup for Manual Adjustable Focus Models”.

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1. Place the reader at the factory focused Reading Distance and go to step 4.
Matrix 300N 4x1-0xx 6 mm lens = 85 mm
Matrix 300N 4x4-0xx 12 mm lens = 250 mm
Matrix 300N 4x3-0xx 9 mm lens = 180 mm
Matrix 300N 4x5-0xx 16 mm lens = 320 mm
STEP 4 –X-PRESS CONFIGURATION
Once Matrix 300N is focused at the correct reading distance, you must configure it for
optimal code reading relative to your application. This configuration can be performed either
through the X-PRESS Interface or the DL.CODE configuration program.
Aim
1. Enter the Aim function by pressing and holding the
X-PRESS push button until the Aim LED is on.
2. Release the button to enter the Aim function. The
laser pointers turn on.
3. Select a single code from your application.
Position the code at the center of the FOV
(equidistant from the laser pointers).
For Liquid Lens models the reader may start flashing and try
to perform autofocus however this will have no effect on the
application specific code; it can be ignored.
Exit the Aim function by pressing the X-PRESS
push button once. After a short delay the Aim
function is cancelled and the laser pointers turn
off.
Figure 5 –X-PRESS Interface: Aim
Function
Setup
4. Enter the Setup function by pressing and holding
the X-PRESS push button until the Setup LED is
on.
5. Release the button to enter the Setup function.
The Setup LED will blink until the procedure is
completed.
The Setup procedure ends when the Image
Acquisition parameters are successfully saved in
the reader memory, the Setup LED will stop
blinking and Matrix 300N emits 3 high pitched
beeps.
If the calibration cannot be reached after a timeout
of about 5 (five) seconds Matrix 300N will exit
without saving the parameters to memory, the
Setup LED will stop blinking and in this case Matrix
300N emits a long low pitched beep.
Figure 6 –X-PRESS Interface: Setup
Function

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Learn
6. Enter the Learn function by pressing and holding
the X-PRESS push button until the Learn LED is
on.
7. Release the button to enter the Learn function.
The Learn LED will blink until the procedure is
completed.
The Learn procedure ends when the Image
Processing and Decoding parameters for a single
code are successfully saved in the reader
memory, the Green Spot is activated, the Learn
LED will stop blinking, and Matrix 300N emits 3
high pitched beeps1.
If the autolearning cannot be reached after a
timeout of about 3 (three) minutes Matrix 300N will
exit without saving the parameters to memory, the
Learn LED will stop blinking and in this case Matrix
300N emits a long low pitched beep.
Figure 7 –X-PRESS Interface: Learn
Function
NOTE: The Grade A Barcode Test Chart cannot be used to set the Code
128 symbology (even though the reader successfully reads the code). Use
the application specific code if you need to set this symbology.
NOTE: When using X-PRESS or the BM150 menu to perform the Auto-learn,
only a single code can be configured (successive Learns will substitute the
current code). To configure multiple codes, use the DL.CODE Auto-learn
procedure.
NOTE: You can always exit from any X-PRESS function at any time by
pressing the X-PRESS push button once. After a short delay the procedure is
cancelled.
NOTE: If you have used this procedure to configure Matrix 300N go to step
7.
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The Learn procedure will not recognize the following symbologies: Postal Codes, Pharmacode, MSI, Standard 2 of 5,
Matrix 2 of 5.

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Reset Reader to Factory Default (Optional)
If it ever becomes necessary to reset the reader to the factory default values, you can
perform this procedure by holding the X-PRESS push button pressed while powering up the
reader. You must keep the X-PRESS push button pressed until all LEDs blink
simultaneously for about 3 seconds. Release and re-press the button during this LED
blinking sequence.
The Configuration and Environment parameters are reset. The Matrix 300N emits 3 high
pitched beeps and after a few seconds enters run mode.
NOTE: If you release the button while the LEDs are all on continuously (after
the blinking phase), the reader will enter the Loader program sequence and
the LEDs will begin to cycle through various patterns. Just cycle power to
return to run mode.

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STEP 5 –INSTALLING DL.CODE CONFIGURATION PROGRAM
DL.CODE is a Datalogic reader configuration tool providing several important advantages:
Intuitive Graphical User Interface for rapid configuration;
Defined configuration directly stored in the reader;
Discovery and IP address setting features to facilitate remote configuration
Device Monitoring
To install DL.CODE:
1. On the PC that will be used for configuration, (running Windows XP, Vista, or 7), download
the DL.CODE mini-DVD .zip file. Extract the files maintaining the folder structure and run
the start.hta file to access the installation pop-up. Click on the Install DL.CODE X.x link to
run the installation program and follow the installation procedure.
2. When the installation is complete the DL.CODE entry is created in the Start>Programs
bar under “Datalogic” as well as a desktop icon. Double-click the desktop icon to run it.
This configuration procedure assumes a laptop computer, running DL.CODE, is connected to
a factory default reader through the Ethernet port.
Device Discovery
The User Interface opens and displays a list of all the devices belonging to the Local Area
Network. DL.CODE has a discovery feature to accomplish this task.
Figure 8 –Device Discovery