Honeywell IS220 User manual

IS220
OEM Scan Engine
User’s Guide

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Table of Contents
Introduction .....................................................................................................................................................1
Base Kit..........................................................................................................................................................1
Optional Accessories......................................................................................................................................1
Dimensions ....................................................................................................................................................2
Maintenance...................................................................................................................................................2
Scanner Components.....................................................................................................................................3
Labels ............................................................................................................................................................4
Indicators
Audible Indicator ............................................................................................................................................5
Visual Indicator...............................................................................................................................................6
Failure Indicators............................................................................................................................................6
Diagnostic Indicator Display ...........................................................................................................................7
Depth of Field ..................................................................................................................................................9
Troubleshooting Guide.................................................................................................................................11
Design Specifications
Operational...................................................................................................................................................15
Mechanical...................................................................................................................................................15
Electrical ......................................................................................................................................................15
Environmental..............................................................................................................................................16
Upgrading the Flash ROM Firmware............................................................................................................17
Default Settings
Communication Parameters.........................................................................................................................19
Scanner and Cable Terminations
Scanner Pinout Connections........................................................................................................................25
Cable Connector Configurations...................................................................................................................25
Limited Warranty...........................................................................................................................................27
Laser and Product Safety
Cautions.......................................................................................................................................................29
Notices.........................................................................................................................................................30
Index...............................................................................................................................................................31

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Customer Support
Technical Assistance....................................................................................................................................33
Product Service and Repair..........................................................................................................................34

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Introduction
The IS220 is a dual optic bench scanning engine with scan lines optimized for orthogonal orientation of 1D bar
codes. IS220 is a completely self-contained scan engine.
Base Kit
Part Number Description
IS220-16 IS220 OEM Engine ( RS232 )
00-02029 IS220 Installation and User’s Guide *
00-02407 MetroSelect®
* Guides also available for download at www.honeywelladic.com.
Configuration Guide *
Optional Accessories
Part Number Description
52-52548 Communication/Power Cable 110 Volt
52-52547 Communication/Power Cable 220 Volt
Other items may be ordered for the specific protocol being used. To order additional items, contact the dealer,
distributor or call the customer service department.

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Case Dimensions
Figure 1. Case Dimensions
Specifications subject to change without notice.
Maintenance
Smudges and dirt on the unit’s window can interfere with the unit’s performance. If the horizontal or vertical
output windows require cleaning, use only a mild glass cleaner containing no ammonia. When cleaning the
window, spray the cleaner onto a lint free, non-abrasive cleaning cloth then gently wipe the window clean.
If the unit’s case requires cleaning, use a mild cleaning agent that does not contain strong oxidizing chemicals.
Strong cleaning agents may discolor or damage the unit’s exterior.

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Scanner Components
Figure 2. Scanner Components
No. Description
Hardened Glass Window (Laser Aperture)
Black Metal Housing
15-pin, Male D-Sub Connector for Communication/Power Cable Connection
Two, PEM B-M5-2 Mounting Holes Provided
Red and Green LED
Diagnostic Indicator Display (Two-Digit Error Code Display)

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Labels
Figure 3. Label Locations and Examples

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Indicators
Audible Indicators
When the IS220 is in operation, it provides audible feedback. These sounds indicate the status of the scan
engine.
One Beep
The scan engine will beep once when it first receives power, the red LED will flash and the scanner will
beep once. The red LED will remain on for the duration of the beep. The scan engine is ready to scan.
When the scanner successfully reads a bar code, the red LED will flash and the scanner beeps once (if
configured to do so). If the LED does not flash, then the bar code has not been successfully read.
Razzberry Tone
This is a failure indicator. Refer to Failure Indicators on the next page.
Two Beeps - On Power Up
When a Flash ROM upgrade is needed, the scanner will beep twice followed by alternating flashes of the
red and green LEDs.
Three Beeps - During Operation
When the scan engine enters configuration mode, the red LED will flash and the unit will simultaneously
beep three times. The green and red LEDs will continue to flash while in configuration mode. Upon exiting
configuration mode the scanner will beep three times and the LEDs will stop flashing.
When configured, three beeps can also indicate a communications timeout during normal scanning mode.
When using one-code programming, the scanner will beep three times (in the current selected tone),
followed by a short pause then by a high tone and a low tone. This indicates the single configuration bar
code has successfully configured the scan engine.
Three Beeps - On Power Up
This is a failure indicator. Refer to Failure Indicators on the next page.

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Visual Indicators
Steady Green
When the laser is active the green LED is illuminated. The green
LED will remain illuminated until the laser is deactivated.
During the power save mode, the laser will turn on and turn off.
During this period, the green LED will remain illuminated.
Steady Green and a Single Red Flash
When the scanner successfully reads a bar code, the red LED
will flash and the scanner will beep once. If the red LED does not
flash or the scanner does not beep once, then the bar code has
not been successfully read (default mode).
Steady Green and Steady Red
After a successful scan the scanner transmits the data to the host
device. Some communication modes require that the host inform
the scanner when data is ready to be received. If the host is not
ready to accept the information, the scanner’s red LED will
remain on until the data can be transmitted.
Steady Green and Flashing Red
This indicates that the scan engine is in configuration mode.
Steady Red, Green Off
This indicates that the laser is off and the scan engine is waiting
for communication from the host.
Failure Indicators
Flashing Green and One Razzberry Tone
This indicates that the scanner has experienced a laser subsystem failure. The scanner will try up to 3
times to correct the failure condition. If the laser subsystem continues to fail, that subsystem (left or right)
will be shut down and an error indication will be shown on the Diagnostic Indicator Display. This error
stays on the display until corrected. If the remaining subsystem is still operational, scanning will continue
using the operational components.
Flashing Green and Red and Two Razzberry Tones
This indicates that the scanner has experienced a motor subsystem failure. The scanner will try up to 3
times to correct the failure condition. If the motor subsystem continues to fail, that subsystem (left or right)
will be shut down and an error indication will be shown on the Diagnostic Indicator Display. This error
stays on the display until corrected. If the remaining subsystem is still operational, scanning will continue
using the still operational components.
Continuous Razzberry Tone with Both LEDs Off
If, upon power up, the scanner emits a continuous razzberry tone, then the scanner has an electronic
failure. Return the unit for repair at an authorized service center.
Three Beeps - On Power Up
If the scanner beeps 3 times on power up then, the nonvolatile memory that holds the scanner
configuration has failed. Return the unit for repair at an authorized service center.
Figure 4. Green and Red LEDs

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Diagnostic Indicator Display
There is a two-digit error code display located on the center printed circuit board (see illustration below). The
following is a list of possible error codes and their meanings. Some errors will require immediate scanner
maintenance.
Error
Code
Description
01 Reserved
Figure 5. Diagnostic Indicator Display
02 RAM ERROR – The scanner’s Random Access Memory (RAM) is tested as faulty. Return the unit for repair at an
authorized service center.
03 PROGRAM ERROR – The scanner’s software program is
failing. Return the unit for repair.
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CONFIGURATION ERROR – The non-volatile
configuration memory did not agree with the data last
saved. Default configuration data is then used and the
scanner continues operating. This error is also
accompanied by 3 beeps. This error will remain during
operation as a reminder that this power cycle is scanning
against a default-generated configuration.
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COMMUNICATION ERROR - The RS232 data line is being
held active. This causes the scanner to read a “break”
signal constantly and continuous attempts are made to
enter MetroSet configuration mode. A short on the RX
Data line can cause this condition. It can also be the result
of a laptop in power save mode. The scanner will abort
attempts to enter configuration mode after a short timeout.
The scanner can automatically recover from this condition
once the short in the RX Data line is corrected.
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LASER #1 (left) ERROR – The laser in the left scanning
subsystem denotes a failure. The scanner will try three
times to correct the laser operation. If the laser error
persists, the left scanning subsystem will be shut down and
error code 21 will remain on the diagnostic indicator
display. If the right scanning subsystem is still healthy, it
will remain active and scanning until the unit can be
scheduled for repair at an authorized service center.
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LASER #2 (right) ERROR – The laser in the right scanning subsystem denotes a failure. The
scanner will try three times to correct the laser operation. If the laser error persists, the right
scanning subsystem will be shut down and error code 22 will remain on the diagnostic indicator
display. If the left scanning subsystem is still healthy, it will remain active and scanning until the unit
can be scheduled for repair at an authorized service center.

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MOTOR #1 (left) ERROR – The motor in the left scanning subsystem denotes a failure. The
scanner will try three times to correct the motor operation. If the motor error persists, the left
scanning subsystem will be shut down and error code 31 will remain on the diagnostic indicator
display. If the right scanning subsystem is still healthy, it will remain active and scanning until the
unit can be scheduled for repair at an authorized service center.
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MOTOR #2 (right) ERROR – The motor in the right scanning subsystem denotes a failure. The
scanner will try three times to correct the motor operation. If the motor error persists, the right
scanning subsystem will be shut down and error code 32 will remain on the diagnostic indicator
display. If the left scanning subsystem is still healthy, it will remain active and scanning until the unit
can be scheduled for repair at an authorized service center.

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Depth of Field
Figure 6. Depth of Field
Specifications subject to change without notice.

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Troubleshooting Guide
The following guide is for reference purposes only. Contact a customer service representative to preserve the
limited warranty terms.
SYMPTOMS POSSIBLE
CAUSE(S) SOLUTION
No LEDs,
No beep or
No motor spin.
No power is being
supplied to the
scanner.
Check the transformer, outlet and power strip.
Make sure the cable is plugged into the scanner.
No LEDs,
No beep.
No power is being
supplied to the
scanner from host.
Some host systems cannot supply enough current to power an
IS220. Use the power supply included with the scanner.
The unit beeps
3 times on power
up.
There has been a
Non-volatile RAM
failure.
Contact a service representative if the unit will not hold the
programmed configuration.
The unit razzes
continuously on
power up.
There has been a
diagnostic failure. Contact a service representative if the unit will not function.
At power up, there
is a Razz tone and
the green LED
flashes.
There has been a
VLD failure. Contact a service representative.
At power up, there
is a Razz tone and
both LEDs flash.
There has been a
scanner motor
failure. Contact a service representative.
There are multiple
scans upon
presentation of a
bar code.
The same symbol
timeout is set too
short. Adjust the same symbol timeout for a longer time.
The unit powers
up, but does not
beep.
The beeper is
disabled. Enable the beeper.

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SYMPTOMS POSSIBLE
CAUSE(S) SOLUTION
The unit powers
up, but does not
scan and/or beep.
The unit is scanning
a particular
symbology that is not
enabled.
UPC/EAN is enabled by default.
Verify that the type of bar code being read has been enabled.
The scanner has
been configured for a
character length lock,
or a minimum length
and the bar code
being scanned does
not satisfy the
configured criteria.
Verify that the bar code being scanned falls into the configured
criteria.
Typical of Non-UPC/EAN codes.
The scanner defaults to a minimum of 4 character bar code.
The unit scans a
bar code, but
locks up after the
first scan (the red
LED stays on).
The scanner is
configured to support
some form of host
handshaking but is
not receiving the
signal.
If the scanner is setup to support ACK/NAK, RTS/CTS,
XON/XOFF or D/E, verify that the host cable and host are
supporting the handshaking properly.
The unit scans,
but the data
transmitted to the
host is incorrect.
The scanner’s data
format does not
match the host
system
requirements.
Verify that the scanner’s data format matches the host systems
requirements. Make sure that the scanner is connected to the
proper host port.
The unit beeps for
some bar codes
and NOT for
others of the same
bar code
symbology.
The print quality of
the bar code is
suspect. Check the print mode. The type of printer could be the
problem. Change print settings. For example change the print
mode to
econo or high speed.
Check the character
length lock.
The aspect ratio of
the bar code is out of
tolerance.

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SYMPTOMS POSSIBLE
CAUSE(S) SOLUTION
The unit beeps for
some bar codes
and NOT for
others of the same
bar code
symbology.
The bar code may
have been printed
incorrectly. Check if it is a check digit/character/or border problem.
The scanner is not
configured correctly
for the type of bar
code.
Check if the check digits are set properly.
The minimum symbol
length setting does
not work with the bar
code.
Check if the correct minimum symbol length is set.
The unit is not
transmitting each
character.
The configuration is
not set correctly.
Increase the interscan code delay setting. Adjust if the F0
break is transmitted. It may be necessary to try this in both
settings.
Alpha characters
show as lower
case.
The computer is in
Caps Lock mode. Enable the Caps Lock detect setting of the scanner to detect whether the PC is operating in Caps Lock.
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.
Com port not
operating properly.
Cable is not
connected to the
proper com port.
The host is receiving
data but the data
does not look
correct.
The scanner and
host may not be
configured for the
same interface font.
Check that the scanner and the host are configured for the
same interface font.
Characters are
being dropped.
Intercharacter delay
needs to be added to
the transmitted
output.
Add some intercharacter delay to the transmitted output by
using the MetroSelect Configuration Guide (MLPN 00-02407).

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Design Specifications
Operational
Light Source: Two, Visible Laser Diodes @ 650 nm
Laser Power: 1 mW per VLD
Scan Pattern: 10 fields of 4 parallel lines (for ladder and picket fence)
Number of Scan Lines: 40
Scan Speed: 4000 scan lines per second +/- 5%
Depth of Scan Field, Near: 115 mm (4.5") from window surface, pattern offset
Depth of Scan Field, Far: 190 mm (7.5") from window surface, pattern offset
Minimum Bar Width: 0.2 mm (8.0 mil)
Decode Capability: Autodiscriminates all standard 1-D barcodes.
System Interface: RS232
Print Contrast: 35% minimum reflectance difference
Number of Characters Read: Up to 80 data characters.
The maximum number will vary based on symbology and density.
Audible Indicators: Internal beeper
Visual Indicators (Default
Settings): Green LED = Laser on, ready to scan
Red LED = Good read, decoding
Mechanical
Length: 295 mm
Width: 150 mm
Depth: 75 mm
Weight: 2.5 Kg maximum excluding cable
Termination: 15-pin, Male D-sub connector with screw locks
Mounting: Two, M5 tapped holes are provided for mounting purposes
Electrical
Input Voltage: 5VDC ± 0.25V
Operating Power: 6.25W typical @ 5VDC
Operating Current: 1.25A typical
DC Transformers: Class II; 5VDC @1.5A
Laser Class 2: IEC 60825-1:1993+A1:1997+A2:2001
EMC: FCC, ICES-003 & EN 55022 Class B

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Environmental
Temperature: Operating = 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Storage = -40°C to 60°C (-40°F to 140°F)
Humidity: 5% to 95% relative humidity , non-condensing
Contaminants: Sealed to resist airborne particulate contaminants
Ventilation: None required
Specifications subject to change without notice.