Intermec 1550 Series User manual

P/N 065548-003
1550 Laser Scanner
Quick
Reference
Guide

Intermec Technologies Corporation
6001 36th Avenue West
P.O. Box 4280
Everett, WA 98203-9280
U.S. service and technical support: 1-800-755-5505
U.S. media supplies ordering information: 1-800-227-9947
Canadian service and technical support: 1-800-688-7043
Canadian media supplies ordering information: 1-800-268-6936
Outside U.S. and Canada: Contact your local Intermec service
supplier.
The information contained herein is proprietary and is provided
solely for the purpose of allowing customers to operate and/or
service Intermec manufactured equipment and is not to be
released, reproduced, or used for any other purpose without the
written permission of Intermec.
Information and specifications in this manual are subject to
change without notice.
1998 by Intermec Technologies Corporation
All Rights Reserved
The word Intermec, the Intermec logo, JANUS, IRL, TRAKKER,
Antares, Adara, Duratherm, EZBuilder, Precision Print,
PrintSet, Virtual Wedge, and CrossBar are either trademarks or
registered trademarks of Intermec Technologies Corporation.
Throughout this manual, trademarked names may be used.
Rather than put a trademark (or ) symbol in every
occurrence of a trademarked name, we state that we are using
the names only in an editorial fashion, and to the benefit of the
trademark owner, with no intention of infringement.

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Contents
Overview of the 1550 Laser Scanner 1
Unpacking the 1550 Laser Scanner 2
Understanding the 1550 Features 3
Light 3
Electrical Rating 3
Connecting to an Intermec Product 4
Operating the 1550 Laser Scanner 7
Scanning Tips 7
Hands-Free Scanning 9
Troubleshooting the 1550 Laser Scanner 10
Maintaining the 1550 Laser Scanner 11
Accessories 12
Regulatory Statements for Canada and
the United States 13
Industry Canada Compliance 13
Federal Communications Commission
Compliance 13
Laser Compliance and Precaution 14
Nonincendive Information for Canada and the US 15
Regulatory Statements For Users Outside of Canada and
the United States 17
European Union Compliance 17
Agency Approvals 17
Additional EMI/RFI Compliance 17
Laser Compliance and Precaution 17
Patents 19

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This quick reference guide provides basic operating procedures and
safety instructions. Keep this guide near your scanner for reference.
Overview of the 1550 Laser Scanner
The Intermec 1550 laser scanner delivers quick, effortless bar
code scanning. These colors and configurations are available:
Model Color and Configuration
1550B0100 Blue with Intermec interface and standard
optics.
1550B0102 Blue with Intermec interface and long-range
optics.
1550B0104 Blue with Intermec interface and high-visibility
optics.
1550B0105 Blue with Intermec interface and high density
optics.
1550B0200 Blue with Intermec interface, standard optics,
and configured for auto-trigger mode.
1550B0300 Light gray with Intermec interface and
standard optics.
1550B0400 Light gray with Intermec interface, standard
optics, and configured for auto-trigger mode.

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Colors and Configurations (continued)
Model Color and Configuration
1550B0500 Blue with other manufacturer’s interface and
standard optics.
1550B0502 Blue with other manufacturer’s interface and
long-range optics.
1550B0504 Blue with other manufacturer’s interface and
high-visibility optics.
1550B0505 Blue with other manufacturer’s interface and
high-density optics.
1550B5100 Blue with Intermec interface, standard optics,
and a nonincendive certification for use with
Intermec models J2010NI and JG2010NI.
Unpacking the 1550 Laser Scanner
Your 1550 laser scanner was thoroughly tested and inspected
before it was shipped from the factory. The shipping box
contains the laser scanner and this guide.
Note: You must order the appropriate interface cables separately. See
“Connecting to an Intermec Product” later in this document.
If any of these items are missing or damaged, please contact
your local Intermec representative. Retain the shipping box in
case you need to return the scanner for service.

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Understanding the 1550 Features
The 1550 laser scanner is easy to install and operate. Please
acquaint yourself with the important parts of the scanner before
continuing.
Light
Trigger
Scan
window
Cable
155XQG.001
Light
The light indicates the status of the scanner.
Color Description
Yellow The device is scanning.
Green The bar code has been successfully scanned.
None The device is not scanning.
Electrical Rating
The 1550B01XX, 02XX, 03XX, 04XX, and 51XX laser scanner
electrical ratings are R
4,5 to 5,5V; 125 mA.
The 1550B05XX laser scanner electrical rating is R 4,5 to 12,0V;
125 mA.

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Connecting to an Intermec Product
You can connect the 1550 laser scanner to these Intermec
products:
• 9450 RF Vehicle-Mount Terminals
• 95XX Network Terminals
• 97XX Wedge Readers
• JANUS™ 2010 Hand-Held Computers (J2010 and JG2010)
• JANUS™ 2050 Vehicle-Mount Computers (J2050 and
JG2050)
• TRAKKER® Antares™ 242X Terminals (T242X)
• TRAKKER® 944X Portable Terminals
• TRAKKER® 9465 RF Portable Terminals
You must purchase an interface cable to connect the scanner to a
reader/terminal. Use this table to determine the cable to order:
Reader/Terminal Length Cable Connector P/N
944X 6 ft (1.83m) 6 Pin Modular, Blue Cap 063694
95XX 6 ft (1.83m) 9 Pin D-Sub, Blue Cap 063698
95XX 25 ft (7.63m) 9 Pin D-Sub, Blue Cap 064045
946X, 9450 6 ft (1.83m) 11 Pin Sealed, Blue Cap 063697
946X, 9450 25 ft (7.63m) 11 Pin Sealed, Blue Cap 064047
97XX, J2010,
JG2010, T242X
6 ft (1.83m) 10 Pin Modular, Blue Cap 063695
97XX, J2010,
JG2010, T242X
15 ft (4.57m) 10 Pin Modular, Blue Cap 065601
97XX, J2010,
JG2010, T242X
25 ft (7.63m) 10 Pin Modular, Blue Cap 064044
97XX, J2010,
JG2010, T242X
6 ft (1.83m) 10 Pin Modular, Gray Cap 064029
97XX, J2010,
JG2010, T242X
25 ft (7.63m) 10 Pin Modular, Gray Cap 064043

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Cable Connectors (continued)
Reader/Terminal Length Cable Connector P/N
J2050, JG2050 6 ft (1.83m) 11-Pin Sealed, Blue Cap 064051
J2050, JG2050 25 ft (7.63m) 11-Pin Sealed, Blue Cap 064052
MaxiLAN CX,
MaxiLAN DX,
MicroBAR NX,
MaxiBAR, and
other
manufacturer
reader/terminal
6 ft (1.83m) 9 Pin Squeeze D-Sub,
Blue Cap
063696
MaxiLAN CX,
MaxiLAN DX,
MicroBAR NX,
MaxiBAR, and
other
manufacturer
reader/terminal
25 ft (7.63m) 9 Pin Squeeze D-Sub,
Blue Cap
064046

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To connect the scanner to a reader/terminal
1. Turn off the reader/terminal.
2. Connect the modular plug on the interface cable into the
bottom of the scanner handle.
3. Tighten the screw using a medium-sized, straight-slot
screwdriver to secure the plug in the scanner handle.
4. Connect the other end of the cable to the reader/terminal.
Note: The cable connector plug for the reader/terminal will vary
according to the cable you ordered.
See “Operating the 1550 Laser Scanner” in the next section to
learn basic scanning operation, scanning tips, and how to scan
hands-free using the scanner stand.
Scanner
handle Modular
plug
Interface
cable
Screw
155XQG.002

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Operating the 1550 Laser Scanner
Before you start scanning, make sure the power to the
reader/terminal is on and all cable connections are secure.
1. Aim the scanner at a slight angle or pitch to the bar code and
press the trigger. To help you center the laser beam on the
correct bar code, the scanners with long-range or
high-visibility optics have a marker beam that will appear
when you pull the trigger.
2. When you get a successful read the laser beam turns off, the
scanner beeps once, and the light turns green.
Scanning Tips
Adjust the scanner distance to the bar code and the position of
the laser beam to make sure every bar and space is scanned.
*HI* *HI*
INCORRECT CORRECT
155XQG.006

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Hold the scanner at a slight angle or pitch to the bar code. The
laser beam will quickly read the bar code.
*123*
Vertical
reading
angles (pitch)
155XQG.003
For scanners with long-range or high-visibility optics, use the
marker beam to center the scanner’s laser beam on the bar code
you want to scan.

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Hands-Free Scanning
If you have an auto-trigger scanner (1550B0200 or 1550B0400),
you can use the scanner stand for hands-free scanning. To order
a scanner stand, see “Accessories” later in this guide.
Note: Using the IRL Z command for remote triggering will not work
with the 1550 scanner.
To scan a bar code using the scanner stand
1. Place the scanner
handle on the bottom
ledge of the holder and
then rotate the handle
in the holder until it
locks into place.
2. Align the scanner and
adjust the column
height so that the
pulsating laser beam
covers the entire label
on the base of the
stand.
3. To scan a bar code,
place it right-side up
over the label on the
base of the stand.
When the reader/terminal
beeps, the bar code has
been successfully read.
Note: If your scanner stand
does not have a small magnet
in the holder, you need to
upgrade your stand using
upgrade kit part number 066799.
155XQG.005
Holder
155XQG.004
*HI*

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Troubleshooting the 1550 Laser Scanner
This table lists common scanner problems and their solutions.
Problem Solution
Scanner cannot read
certain bar codes.
The reader/terminal was not set up to read
this type of bar code, or the bar code is
damaged, covered up, or poor quality.
Scan another bar code on a similar item. If it
scans, clean the bar code giving you trouble.
If you are still unable to scan the bar code,
enable other bar code symbologies in the
reader/terminal.
Scanner does not
read bar codes
quickly and
sometimes requires
multiple scans.
Clean the window with a cotton cloth
moistened with an ammonia or water
solution. Dry with a soft cotton cloth or allow
to air dry.
Make sure the bar code is free of dirt and
grime. Then scan at a slight angle to the bar
code (see “Scanning Tips” earlier in this
guide). The laser beam will quickly read the
bar code.
Scanner does not
read “shiny” bar
codes.
Scan at a slight angle or pitch to the bar code
(see “Scanning Tips” earlier in this guide). The
laser beam will quickly read the bar code.
Scanner does not
emit a beam and
does not operate.
The scanner is not receiving power. Make
sure the scanner cables are securely plugged
in and the terminal is on. Replace damaged
cables.
If you continue to encounter problems operating your scanner,
contact your local Intermec representative.

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Maintaining the 1550 Laser Scanner
Water or grime on the window of the scanner distorts the laser
beam and may impair performance. Moving from one
temperature extreme to another causes condensation to form on
the optical surfaces and also affects scanner performance.
Follow these guidelines to maintain the scanner:
• Clean the window with a cotton cloth moistened with an
ammonia or water solution. Dry with a soft cotton cloth or
allow to air dry.
• Do not use a dry tissue to wipe the window. This causes
small scratches on the window that will gradually affect
performance.
• Do not immerse the unit in water.
• Operate and store in an environment with 5% to 95% relative
humidity.
• Operate in temperatures within -22° to 122° F (-30° to 50° C)
and store in temperatures within -40° to 158° F (-40° to 70° C).

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Accessories
These accessories are available for your 1550 laser scanner. To
order an accessory, call your local Intermec representative.
H
olster and Belt
P
art No. 063793
Y
ou can store your scanner on you when it is not
i
n use. The holster can be used with the belt
p
rovided or with any regular belt.
W
all-Mount Scanner Holder
P
art No. 063909
T
he wall-mount is a convenient way to store
y
our scanner when it is not in use.
V
ehicle-Mount Scanner Holder
P
art No. 063910
Y
ou can attach the vehicle-mount
t
o a post or surface of a vehicle with tie-wraps
a
nd double-stick tape.
D
esk-Mount Scanner Holder
P
art No. 063812
T
he desk-mount is a convenient way to store
y
our scanner on your desk.
Scanner Stand
P
art No. 063799
I
f you have an auto trigger scanner, you can use
t
he scanner stand for hands-free scanning.
N
ote: I
f
y
our scanner stand does not have a small
m
a
g
net in the holder,
y
ou need to u
pg
rade
y
our
s
tand using upgrade kit part number 066799.

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Regulatory Statements for Canada and
the United States
These regulatory statements apply to the 1550 laser scanner.
Industry Canada Compliance
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the
Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la Classe B respecte routes les
exigences du règlement sur le matérial du Canada.
Federal Communications Commission Compliance
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 that can cause
undesired operation.
This equipment is intended for operation in a commercial
environment, in compliance with the requirements for a Class A
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules, and it must
not be used in a residential environment; however, it has also
been tested and found to comply with the more stringent
requirements for a Class B device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. It generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy. If not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, it may cause interference to radio
communications. If this equipment causes interference, the user
will be required to correct the interference at the user’s own
expense.
Note: In order to maintain compliance with FCC Rules, the I/O cables
that interconnect between the device and any peripheral (such as a
reader, etc.) must be as specified by Intermec.

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Laser Compliance and Precaution
The 1550 laser scanner complies with the following standards
for laser safety:
CDRH - Class II Laser Product (CFR 21 Subpart J)
This product has a maximum output of 1 mW at 630-680 nm.
WARNING
Warning
There are no user serviceable
p
arts inside this laser
scanner. Use o
f
controls or ad
j
ustments or
p
er
f
ormance o
f
p
rocedures other than those s
p
eci
f
ied
herein ma
y
result in hazardous laser li
g
ht ex
p
osure
o
f
u
p
to 1 mW at 630-680 nm.
Avertissement
Cette scanneur à laser ne contient
p
as de
p
ièces
révisibles
p
ar l'utilisateure. L'em
p
loi de commandes
ou d'a
j
ustements ou de
p
er
f
ormances des
p
rocédures
autres
q
ue ceux
p
récisés dans cette documentation
p
ourrait avoir comme résultat l'ex
p
osition à
l'irradiation laser nuisible de
j
us
q
u' à 1 mW à
630-680 nm.
Note: There are no controls or adjustments provided for routine
operation or maintenance of the 1550.
Remarque: Aucun appareil de contrôle ou d'ajustement n'est fourni
pour les opérations de routine ou de maintenance de l'appareil 1550.
UL Information. The 1550 is UL Listed (UL 1950/C22.2 No.
950) when used with Intermec’s other UL Listed readers.

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Nonincendive Information for Canada and the US
The following information pertains only to 1550 when ordered
with the Hazardous Location Protection option (1550B5100).
These units are marked Model 1550NI. No other configuration
of this product is suitable for use in Division 2 locations.
The 1550NI is UL Listed as Nonincendive (UL-1604 and C22.2
#213) only when connected to Intermec’s models J2010NI and
JG2010NI. This information is suitable for use in the following
hazardous locations:
Division 2
Class I - Groups A, B, C, and D
Class II - Groups F and G
Class III
Temperature Code T4A
Maximum Operating Ambient: 50°C
Note: Hazardous Locations are defined in articles 500-503 of the
National Electrical Code (NEC).
WARNING
Warning
The 1550NI is rated Nonincendive as lon
g
as it
is not abused or dama
g
ed and is used accordin
g
to its o
p
eratin
g
instructions. I
f
these conditions
are not met, this device must not be o
p
erated in
a Division 2 environment.
Le 1550NI est classé Non incendiaires aussi
lon
g
tem
p
s
q
u’il ne subit
p
as d’abus ou de
domma
g
es et
q
u’il est utilisé en con
f
ormité avec
son mode d’em
p
loi. Si ces conditions ne sont
p
as rem
p
lies, cet a
pp
areil ne doit
p
as être utilisé
dans un environnement de Division 2.

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These labels provide important laser safety information.
PROTECTED BY U.S. PATENTS:
5,115,120 ; 5,015,831 ;
5,422,472 ; 5,386,105; 5,260,554 ;
5,210,397 ; 5,200,597
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS.
OPENING VOIDS WARRANTY.
Listed
Accessory
UL 1950
729T
geprüfte
Sicherheit
2
Complies with FCC Part 15 Rules
CISPR 22 Class B
Conforms to US DHHS 21 CFR
Subchapter J.
LASER LIGHT IS EMITTED FROM THIS APERTURE
LUMIERE LASER EMIS PAR CETTE OUVERTURE
AVOID EXPOSURE • EVITER TOUTE EXPOSITION
155XQG.012
PRODUIT LASER CLASSE II
CLASS II LASER PRODUCT
670nm LASER DIODE
1.0mW MAX - CAUTION -
LASER LIGHT WHEN OPEN.
DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.
- ATTENTION -
LUMIERE LASER LORS
DE L'OUVERTURE
NE PAS REGARDER
FIXEMENT DANS
LE FAISCEAU.
- LASER LIGHT -
DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM - LUMIERELASER - NE PAS
REGARDER DANS LE FAISCEAU
CAUTION ATTENTION
155XQG.007
USA/CANADA