Metrologic Orbit MS7100 User manual

METROLOGIC INSTRUMENTS, INC.
MS7100 Series Fixed Projection
Laser Scanner
Installation and User’s Guide
MLPN 2408
Printed in USA
October 1998

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Locations:
USA Corporate Headquarters Europe
Metrologic Instruments, Inc. Metrologic Instruments GmbH
90 Coles Road Dornierstrasse 2
Blackwood, NJ 08012 82178 Puchheim b.
Customer Service: 1-800-ID-METRO Munich, Germany
Tel: [phone] Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone] Fax: [phone]
[email protected] [email protected]
www.metrologic.com
ASIA
South America Metrologic Asia (PTE) Ltd.
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Rua Flórida, 1.821-5°Andar-Brooklin #05-08 Techlink
CEP 04571-090, São Paulo-SP, Brasil Singapore 417818
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In Brazil:
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Table of Contents
Introduction ................................................... 1
Scanner and Accessories ......................................... 2
Quick Start .................................................... 3
Operational Test ............................................... 4
Scanner Installation: Powered by External Power Supply ............... 5
Scanner Installation: Powered by the Host Device ..................... 6
Scanner Installation: to the PC for the Scanner with built-in
PC Keyboard Wedge Interface .................................... 7
Scanner Parts .................................................. 8
Audible Indicators ............................................. 9
Failure Modes ......................................... 10
Visual Indicators .............................................. 11
Labels ....................................................... 12
Depth of Field Specifications .................................... 13
Optimal Depth of Field .................................. 13
Close Depth of Field .................................... 13
Normal Depth of Field .................................. 14
Far Depth of Field ...................................... 14
Minimum Bar Code Element From Scanner Face .................... 15
Optimal Depth of Field .................................. 15
Close Depth of Field .................................... 16
Normal Depth of Field .................................. 17
Far Depth of Field ...................................... 18
Maintenance .................................................. 19
Troubleshooting Guide ...................................... 20-25
Application and Protocols ....................................... 26

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Appendix A
Design Specifications 27, 28
Appendix B
Default Settings 29-32
Appendix C
Pin Assignments 33-35
Appendix D
Warranty and Disclaimer 36, 37
Appendix E
Notices 38, 39
Index 40, 41

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Introduction
Orbit™ is an aggressive, omnidirectional laser bar code scanner. Light-weight
and rugged, Orbit is small in size, but BIG in performance. Designed for
applications where counter space is limited, Orbit is the ideal presentation
scanner for retail, convenience, liquor and specialty stores. In addition, Orbit’s
unique, contoured shape allows it to be picked-up and used as a hand-held
scanner when scanning large or bulky items.
Engineered with a large, easy-to-find optimal scan area, Orbit increases the
first pass read rate for maximum productivity. The scanning head can be tilted
vertically a full 30 for added flexibility when scanning various sized objects.
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These features increase the scanning throughput without increasing the
scanner size.
SCANNER INTERFACE
7100-41 RS-232/Light Pen ready (KBW)
7100-47 Keyboard Wedge ready (KBW)
7100-67 RS-232 ready (OCIA)
7100-9 OCIA ready (OCIA)
7100-11 IBM 46XX/RS-232 ready (IBM)
Orbit offers a great deal of features to the consumer:
‚Fully automatic scanning operation
‚PowerLink compatible
‚Easy programming
‚7 beeper tones
‚Programmable depth of field
‚Data editing

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Scanner and Accessories
The following is a list of the parts included in the MS7100 kit.
!MS7100 Hand-Held Laser Scanner - Refer to page 26 for available
communication protocols
!Power Transformer AC in 120V, 220V- 240V Continental
European or 220V- 240V UK. DC in regulates 5.2V@650mA
(MLPN45593/45591/45592)
!MLPN 2408 User’s and Installation Guide
Access MetroSelect Programming Guide MLPN 2407 on the web
http://www.metrologic.com
RS-232, Light Pen, some OCIA and some 46xx scanners:
!PowerLink cable with built in power jack:
Standard - MLPN 54xxx* - 2.1m (7') straight cord, short strain relief
or
Optional - MLPN 53xxx* - 2.7m (9') coiled cord, long strain relief
*xxx specifies connection to the host
Keyboard Wedge Scanners:
!Keyboard Wedge PowerLink Cable with a 5-pin
DIN female connector on one end and a 6-pin
mini DIN male on the other (MLPN 19763)
!Adapter Cable with a 5-pin DIN male
connector on one end and a 6-pin mini DIN
female connector on the other (MLPN
19716)
Other items may be ordered for the specific protocol being used. To order additional
items, contact the dealer, distributor or call Metrologic’s Customer Service Depart-ment
at 1-800-ID-METRO or 1-800-436-3876.

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Quick Start
1.) Plug in the scanner. When the MS7100 is ready to scan,
the red LED will turn on, then the green LED will flash
and the scanner will beep once. (the green LED will
remain on for the duration of the beep).
2.) The scanner is shipped from the factory programmed with
default settings. To configure the MS7100 scanner to meet
the host system’s specific needs, refer to the MetroSelect
Programming Guide (MLPN 2407) for instructions on
how to enter the program mode and to select the appro-
priate bar codes.

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Operational Test
Metrologic recommends using the external power supply provided with the
scanner when operating the MS7100. When using power supplied by the host,
the host system should supply a minimum of 250 mA of current @ 5VDC.
Keyboard Wedge Scanners:
1. Connect the 10-pin modular plug of the PowerLink cable into the scanner
jack. Connect the other end of the PowerLink Y-type cable
to the PC. Connect the 5-pin female DIN side of the Y-type cable
into the keyboard connector on the PC and connect the 6-pin male
mini-DIN side into the PC.
2. Check the AC input requirements of the power supply to make sure the
voltage matches the AC outlet. Connect AC power to the transformer.
3. Listen for a single beep that indicates the scanner is ready for use.
(steady red LED and the green LED will flash once)
RS-232, Light Pen, OCIA and 46xx scanners:
1. Connect the 10-pin modular plug of the PowerLink cable into the scanner
jack. Connect the other end of the PowerLink cable (the 9-pin D-type
connector) to the PC.
2. Check the AC input requirements of the power supply to make sure the
voltage matches the AC outlet. Connect AC power to the transformer.
3. Listen for a single beep that indicates the scanner is ready for use.
(steady red LED and the green LED will flash once)

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Scanner Installation: Powered by External Power Supply
To maintain compliance with applicable standards, all circuits connected to the
scanner must meet the requirements for SELV (Safety Extra Low Voltage)
according to EN 60950.
1. Turn off the host system.
2. Make the necessary PowerLink cable connections to the scanner and
the host.
3. Connect the external transformer into the power jack on the Power Link
cable.
4. Check the AC input requirements of the power supply to make sure the
voltage matches the AC outlet. (the socket-outlet shall be installed near
the equipment and shall be easily accessible.) Connect AC power to the
transformer.
5. Turn on the host system.
NOTE:
a. When the scanner first receives power, the red LED will turn
on. Then the scanner will beep once and the green LED will
flash simultaneously.
b. Plugging the scanner into the serial port of the PC does not
guarantee that scanned information will appear at the PC. A
software driver and correct configuration setting are also
required for proper communication to occur.

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Scanner Installation: Powered by Host Device
The MS7100 scanner interfaces terminate to a 10-pin modular jack. Connect
the 10-pin modular plug of the PowerLink cable into the jack then connect the
other end of the PowerLink cable to the host. Refer to Appendix C page 33 for
pin assignments.
1. Turn off the host system.
2. Make the necessary PowerLink cable connections to the scanner and the
host.
3. Turn on the host system.
NOTE:
a.When the scanner first receives power, the red LED will turn
on. Then the scanner will beep once and the green LED will
flash simultaneously.
b.Plugging the scanner into the serial port of the PC does not
guarantee that scanned information will appear at the PC. A
software driver and correct configuration setting are also
required for proper communication to occur.