Intermec MicroBar 9710 User manual

P/N 055875-004
9710 and 9720
Wedge Readers
User’s
Manual

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 written
permission of Intermec.
Information and specifications in this manual are subject to change
without notice.
1997 by Intermec Technologies Corporation
All Rights Reserved
The word Intermec, the Intermec logo, JANUS, IRL, TRAKKER,
Antares, Duratherm, Precision Print, PrintSet, Virtual Wedge, and
CrossBar are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Intermec
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.

Manual Change Record
This page records the changes to this manual. The manual was
released at Revision A. Please note that since the release of this
manual, we have switched to a numbered revision system.
Revision Date Description of Change
B 8/91 Glossary, Index and information on multiple key
remapping were added.
-001 12/93 A new parameter was added to UPC/EAN
code. You can decode UCC/EAN 128 from
Code 128 symbology. Some other minor
changes were made to Chapter 3.
-002 7/95 Added one bar code (supplemental required) to
the fourth parameter of the UPC/EAN
symbology on page 3-34 and one correction to
page 3-24.
-003 7/97 Added information about ISBT 128 bar code
symbology. Also combined the 9710 and 9720
manuals into one manual.
-004 11/97 Corrected keyboard mapping tables in
Appendix.

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Contents
Manual Change Record iii
Before You Begin ix
Warranty Information ix
Safety Summary ix
About This Manual x
Other Intermec Manuals xii
Getting Started
Preparing for Installation 1-3
Connecting the Reader to the Workstation 1-4
Installing the Reader 1-5
Connecting an Input Device 1-6
Using a Power Supply 1-7
Is Additional Power Required? 1-7
Checking Connections 1-8
Applying Power 1-9
Identifying the Workstation Type 1-9
Checking Communications 1-10
Troubleshooting 1-11
Mounting the Reader 1-11
Operating the Reader
How to Use the Reader 2-3
Reading Bar Codes 2-4
Using Reader Commands 2-5
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Backspace (Destructive) 2-5
Change Configuration 2-5
Clear 2-5
Default Configuration 2-6
Enter 2-6
Enter Accumulate 2-6
Exit Accumulate 2-7
Reset 2-7
Transmit Message 2-7
External Headphone/Speaker Jack 2-8
9720 Serial Port 2-8
Status Beeps 2-8
Configuring the Reader
Default Reader Configuration 3-3
Configuration Parameters 3-6
Beeper Volume 3-6
Caps Lock 3-6
Command Processing 3-7
Data Redirection 3-10
Wait Character 3-11
Wait Time 3-12
Intercharacter Delay 3-15
Preamble 3-15
Postamble 3-19
Scanner Trigger 3-21
Scanner Mode 3-21
Scanner Timeout 3-22
Voting 3-23
Bar Code Symbologies 3-24
Code 11 3-24
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Code 39 3-24
Code 49 3-29
Code 93 3-30
Code 128 and ISBT 128 3-31
Code 16K 3-33
Codabar 3-34
Interleaved 2 of 5 Code 3-36
2 of 5 Code 3-37
Plessey Code 3-39
MSI Code 3-39
Universal Product (UPC)/European Article
Numbering (EAN) Codes 3-41
Customizing ASCII to Keyboard Equivalents 3-45
Configuring the 9720 Serial Port
Connecting to the Serial Port 4-3
Connecting a Portable Reader 4-4
Connecting a Scale 4-5
Uploading Data 4-6
Uploading Data From a Portable Reader 4-6
Uploading Data From a Scale 4-7
Serial Port Configuration Parameters 4-8
Baud Rate 4-8
Parity 4-8
Data Bits 4-9
Stop Bits 4-9
Timeout Delay 4-10
Echo 4-11
Flow Control 4-11
RXEOM 4-12
TXEOM 4-13
Solicitation Message 4-14
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Data Edit Application
Running Data Edit 5-3
Using Data Edit Configuration Parameters 5-3
Application Program 5-3
Window 5-4
Data Begin and Data End 5-5
Data Source 5-7
Data Identifier 5-7
User-Defined Pattern 5-9
Specifications
Mechanical Specifications A-3
Environmental Specifications A-3
Keyboard Equivalent Tables A-3
PC/Workstation Keyboard Mapping A-4
Twinax/Coax Terminal Keyboard Mapping A-5
ASCII Terminal Keyboard Mapping A-6
ASCII Characters Table A-7
Glossary
Index
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Before You Begin
This section introduces you to standard warranty provisions, safety
precautions, document formatting conventions, and sources of
additional product information. A documentation roadmap is also
provided to guide you in finding the appropriate information.
Warranty Information
To receive a copy of the standard warranty provision for this
product, contact your local Intermec support services organization.
In the U.S. call 1-800-755-5505, and in Canada call 1-800-688-7043.
Otherwise, refer to the Worldwide Sales & Service list that ships with
this manual for the address and telephone number of your Intermec
sales organization.
Safety Summary
Your safety is extremely important. Read and follow all warnings
and cautions in this book before handling and operating Intermec
equipment. You can be seriously injured, and equipment and data
can be damaged if you do not follow the safety warnings and
cautions.
Do not repair or adjust alone Do not repair or adjust energized
equipment alone under any circumstances. Someone capable of
providing first aid must always be present for your safety.
First aid Always obtain first aid or medical attention immediately
after an injury. Never neglect an injury, no matter how slight it
seems.
Resuscitation Begin resuscitation immediately if someone is injured
and stops breathing. Any delay could result in death. To work on or
near high voltage, you should be familiar with approved industrial
first aid methods.

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Energized equipment Never work on energized equipment unless
authorized by a responsible authority. Energized electrical equipment
is dangerous. Electrical shock from energized equipment can cause
death. If you must perform authorized emergency work on energized
equipment, be sure that you comply strictly with approved safety
regulations.
About This Manual
This manual contains information necessary to install, operate,
configure, troubleshoot, and maintain the 9710 and 9720 Wedge
Readers.
What You Will Find in This Manual
This table summarizes the information in each chapter of this
manual:
For Information On Refer To
Installing the reader Chapter 1, “Getting Started.” This chapter tells you
how to install the reader in your data collection
system, configure the reader for your specific
workstation, and check for communications.
Operating the
reader
Chapter 2, “Operating the Reader.” This chapter
explains the commands you need to use to operate
the reader.
Configuring the
reader
Chapter 3, “Configuring the Reader.” This chapter
contains all of the configuration parameters that
you can use to customize reader operation to meet
your specific system needs.
Using the 9720 serial
port
Chapter 4, “Configuring the 9720 Serial Port.” This
chapter describes how to use the serial port on the
9720 reader to communicate with a portable reader
or a scale.
Using the Data Edit
application
Chapter 5, “Data Edit Application.” This chapter
tells you how to use Data Edit to strip specific
characters from a data record before transmitting
that record to a workstation, portable reader, or
scale.
Terms and Conventions
The following special terms and conventions occur throughout this
manual.

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• “Wedge reader,” and “reader” refer to the 9710 and 9720 wedge
readers. Unless specifically stated, all information in this manual
applies to both reader models.
• “9710” refers to the 9710 Wedge Reader.
• “9720” refers to the 9720 Wedge Reader.
• “Workstation” refers to a personal computer or other computer
that communicates with the reader.
• Commands and configuration parameters appear in the order you
enter them into the reader with the following conventions:
Convention Description
< > Angle brackets enclose mnemonic representations of
ASCII control characters. For example, <ETX>
represents the ASCII “End of Text” control character.
data Italic text represents variable data, which you must
replace with a real value. For example, nsignifies a
variable for which you must designate a constant
value.
Ctrl Bold text represents a key on your keypad. For
example, Ctrl represents the Ctrl key and M
represents the letter M key.
Ctrl-CWhen two keys are joined with a dash, press them
simultaneously. For example, if you see the command
Ctrl-C, press the two keys at the same time.
Format Conventions for Bar Codes
You can scan the bar codes listed in this manual to enter data or
perform a command. The bar code labels in this manual are printed
in the Code 39 symbology. Each bar code includes the name and
human-readable interpretation. For example:
*$+*
Change Configuration
*$+*
Name
Bar code (Code 39)
Human-readable
interpretation
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The asterisks (*) at the beginning and end of the human-readable
interpretation are the start and stop codes for a Code 39 bar code
label. If you are creating bar code labels with a bar code utility, it may
automatically supply the asterisks as the start and stop code, so that
you only need to type the actual text of the command. You can also
create and print configuration labels and reader command labels in
Code 93, which has its own start and stop codes.
Other Intermec Manuals
The following manuals provide additional information about using
the reader and working with bar codes.
Manual Intermec P/N
Data Communications Reference Manual 044737
The Bar Code Book by Roger C. Palmer 051241
9440/44/45 Trakker Operator’s Guide 053397
9440/44/45 Trakker User’s Manual 049273
9460 Trakker Operator’s Guide 053014
9460 Trakker User’s Manual 053012
9462 Trakker Operator’s Guide 053141
9462 Trakker User’s Manual 053143
Introduction to IRL Programming Manual 045025
IRL Programmer’s Reference Manual 048609

Getting Started
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Getting Started
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The 9710 and 9720 Wedge Readers connect between the computer
workstation and the workstation keyboard. The wedge reader transmits
information from the bar codes you scan to the computer workstation. The
bar code data displays on the monitor in the same format as if it was
entered from the workstation keyboard. The wedge reader translates all of
the 128 ASCII characters into valid keystrokes.
Preparing for Installation
Your wedge reader package includes the following parts:
• 9710 or 9720 Wedge Reader
• Velcro fasteners
Unpack the shipping carton and verify the contents with the packing
slip. Keep the packing box; it is the approved shipping container for
the reader. Use this box if you need to return the reader to Intermec.
These items are packaged separately from the reader:
• Wand or scanner
• Adapter cable
• Power supply (if required)
The following figure shows a 9720 Wedge Reader installed in a
typical data collection system. Only the 9720 Wedge Reader has a
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Connecting the Reader to the Workstation
There are two cables for connecting the reader to your workstation: a
reader/keyboard cable that connects the keyboard to the reader and
a reader/workstation cable that connects the reader to the
workstation. Each cable has a ten-position modular connector to
connect to the reader.
The cable package contains a Wedge Interface (WIF) guide that
provides information on configuring the reader for your workstation.
Retain the WIF guide for future reference.

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Installing the Reader
1. Turn off the workstation and disconnect the keyboard cable from
the workstation.
2. Connect the reader/workstation cable “PC/Terminal” connector
to the keyboard connector on the workstation and connect the
modular connector to the “terminal” connector on the reader.
3. Connect the reader/keyboard cable “Keyboard” connector to the
workstation keyboard cable and connect the modular connector to
the “keyboard” connector on the reader.
The cable connectors only fit one way. If the connector does not fit,
do not force it or you may damage the connector. The following
figure shows how the reader connects to your workstation.
Note: Do not use a cable extender with the reader cables. A cable extender
will add noise to the line.
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Connecting an Input Device
The reader can receive input from:
• 1260-series wands
• 1500-series scanners
• 1461 CCD scanners
• 1354 and 1355 bar code slot scanners
The wands and scanners require a special cable or an adapter cable to
connect to the ten-position modular connector on the rear panel of
the reader. If you do not have the correct cable, call your Intermec
representative.
To connect a wand or scanner to the reader
• Connect the wand or scanner cable to the “input” modular
connector on the reader rear panel. Make sure that the connector
snaps into place securely.
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Using a Power Supply
For most wand and scanner operations, the reader uses power from
the workstation. If the workstation cannot supply the required power
at +5V for the wand or scanner, the reader requires an additional
power supply. Your WIF guide lists the workstations that require an
external power supply.
If your workstation requires a power supply with the reader,
continue reading this section. Otherwise, skip to “Checking
Connections” on page 1-8.
Is Additional Power Required?
Refer to the list below for part numbers of power supplies that
support various voltage requirements.
Voltage Part Number
P
100V 50 to 60 Hz, -15% to +10% 054183
P
120V 50 to 60 Hz, -15% to +10% 054182
P
230V 50 Hz, -15% to +10% 054184
To connect a power supply
1. Attach the power supply connector to the power supply
receptacle on the reader rear panel.
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2. Place the PCB jumper on pins 2 and 3.
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power supply. With an external
power supply.
Note: Do not plug the power supply into the wall outlet until the reader is
connected to the workstation and the keyboard, and you are ready to turn on
the workstation.
Checking Connections
You need to have the following items connected:
• The reader to the workstation and keyboard using the proper
cables.
• The wand or scanner to the reader.
• The power supply, if required, to the reader. (Make sure the PCB
jumper is set correctly.)