Intermec 1280 Series Reference guide

Figure 1

USING THE WAND

Scanning Operation

1. Hold the wand in the same

manner as you would a pencil.

2. Place the tip on the surface of the

label approximately one-half inch

(1.3 cm) before the beginning of

the bar code. Hold the wand at a

slight angle (see Figure 1).

3. Using light pressure, and with an

even rate of speed, draw the tip of

the wand across the entire length

of the bar code. Scanning can be

done in either direction.

The Intermec 1280 Series Wand can scan bar code labels and transmit digital signals

to any compatible Intermec digital reader.

Quick

Reference

Card

SCANS

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Optimum scanning angle at 17°from the

upright position

Acceptable scanning within 0°

to 35°of upright position

May not

scan

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17°

35°

1280

SERIES

WAND

Figure 1

USING THE WAND

Scanning Operation

1. Hold the wand in the same

manner as you would a pencil.

2. Place the tip on the surface of the

label approximately one-half inch

(1.3 cm) before the beginning of

the bar code. Hold the wand at a

slight angle (see Figure 1).

3. Using light pressure, and with an

even rate of speed, draw the tip of

the wand across the entire length

of the bar code. Scanning can be

done in either direction.

The Intermec 1280 Series Wand can scan bar code labels and transmit digital signals

to any compatible Intermec digital reader.

Quick

Reference

Card

SCANS

➤

Optimum scanning angle at 17°from the

upright position

Acceptable scanning within 0°

to 35°of upright position

May not

scan

➤

17°

35°

1280

SERIES

WAND

*1280*

Unsatisfactory Scan: Cause of Problem:

Starting the scan within the bar code

or scanning too slowly.

Stopping within a scan or varying the

rate of velocity across the bar code.

Not staying in the bar code during the

entire scan.

Also, inspect the quality of the bar code labels that are being used. Low contrast,

scratched, or otherwise defaced bar code may cause scanning problems.

MAINTENANCE

Cleaning

For optimum performance, keep the wand clean and dry. Remove debris from the tip

with a soft cloth. The wand barrel and the end cap can be cleaned with isopropyl

alcohol or a mild detergent applied to a soft cloth. Do not allow moisture to enter the

wand. Do not immerse the wand in fluid.

TIP REPLACEMENT

The tip must be replaced if the scanning window is chipped, cracked, or scratched.

1. Remove the tip by inserting a thin coin into the tip locking ring and prying it off

the end of the wand.

Be careful not to damage the optical surface within the opening of the wand barrel.

2. Place the new tip in the end of the wand, being careful not to touch the exposed

optical surface.

3. Press the tip against a smooth, hard surface. Hold the wand firmly and press

downward until the tip snaps into place.

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Accessories: Function: Ordering No:

Edge Guide Facilitates scanning bar codes on the edge of 048275

circuit boards.

Wand Holder Provides storage for the wand when not in use. 061064 (blue)

046993 (brown)

047175 (gray)

Replacement Tip 062441

SCANNING PROBLEMS

The reader emits an audible tone when a bar code label is correctly scanned. If it does

not, check your scanning technique.