Metrologic IS4813 Quick setup guide

IS4813, IS4815, IS4823, and IS4825
Single-Line Laser Scan Engine
Integration Guide

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Patents
Refer to page 38 for a list of patents.

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Table of Contents
Introduction
Product Overview ...........................................................................................................................................1
Models and Accessories
Non-Decode Engines................................................................................................................................2
Decode Engines........................................................................................................................................2
Labels .............................................................................................................................................................2
Components of the IS4800 Engine Series
IS4813 and IS4815 Non-Decode Engine..................................................................................................3
IS4823 and IS4825 (-0) Decode Engine Assembly ..................................................................................3
IS4823 and IS4825 Bracketed (-1 and -2) Decode Engine Assembly ......................................................4
Assembly
IS4823-2 and the IS4823-2.............................................................................................................................5
Mounting Specifications
IS4813 and IS4815 Scan Engine Dimensions................................................................................................6
IS4823 and IS4825 Bracketed (-1 and -2) Dimensions ..................................................................................7
IS4823 and IS4825 (-0) Decode Printed Circuit Board Dimensions ...............................................................8
Exit Beam Specifications ................................................................................................................................9
Enclosure Specifications
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Cautions .................................................................................................10
Grounding ...............................................................................................................................................10
Power Supply..........................................................................................................................................10
Power Sequencing..................................................................................................................................10
Host Flex Cable ......................................................................................................................................11
Thermal Considerations..........................................................................................................................11
Printed Circuit Board Component Clearance..........................................................................................11
Magnetic Sensitivity ................................................................................................................................11
Airborne Contaminants and Foreign Materials .......................................................................................11
Beam Clearance .....................................................................................................................................12
Output Window Properties ......................................................................................................................12
Output Window Coatings ........................................................................................................................13
Output Window Angle .............................................................................................................................13
Field of View and Depth of Field ............................................................................... 16
Description Of IS4823 and IS4825 Operating Modes
Activation Modes ..........................................................................................................................................17
Common Activation Mode Features..............................................................................................................17
Continuous Blinky Mode ...............................................................................................................................18

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Sleep Mode...................................................................................................................................................18
Serial Configuration Mode......................................................................................... 19
Abbreviated ASCII Table ..............................................................................................................................20
General Design Specifications.................................................................................. 21
Operational ...................................................................................................................................................21
Mechanical....................................................................................................................................................21
Electrical .......................................................................................................................................................22
Environmental...............................................................................................................................................22
Detailed Electrical Specifications
Absolute Maximum Ratings ..........................................................................................................................23
IS4823 DC Operating Voltages.....................................................................................................................23
IS4825 DC Operating Voltages.....................................................................................................................24
Current Draw @ 25°C...................................................................................................................................24
Scan Engine Terminations
IS4813 Pinout Connections ..........................................................................................................................25
IS4815 Pinout Connections ..........................................................................................................................25
Decode Printed Circuit Board Terminations
USB Decode PCB, 3.3V ...............................................................................................................................26
USB Decode PCB, 5V ..................................................................................................................................27
TTL, RS232 3.3V / 5V...................................................................................................................................28
Flex Cable Specifications and Installation Guidelines ........................................... 29
Timing Diagrams
Startup Condition Timing Diagram................................................................................................................30
Scan Sense Timing Diagram ........................................................................................................................31
Bar Code Element Time Calculation......................................................................... 32
Regulatory Compliance ............................................................................................. 33
Limited Warranty ........................................................................................................ 37
Patents ........................................................................................................................ 38
Index............................................................................................................................ 39
Contact Information ................................................................................................... 41
Product Service and Repair ...................................................................................... 42

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Introduction
Product Overview
The non-decode IS4813 and IS4815 laser scan engines are designed for direct integration into custom OEM
devices equipped with a decoder. The engine’s small size is ideal for integration into mobile computers, hand-
held scanners, medical/diagnostic equipment, mobile printers, lottery terminals, ATMs and access control
devices.
For customer applications requiring decode functionality in addition to solid scan engine performance, the
IS4823 and IS4825 models combine the miniature IS4813 and IS4815 engines with a decoder and an optional
mounting bracket for a complete small package that provides integration flexibility to meet a variety of OEM
applications.
The IS4823 and IS4825 deliver aggressive scanning with a decoded output on all standard 1D bar code
symbologies — including UPC, EAN, Code 39 and I 2 of 5 — as dense as 4 mil. The IS4823 and IS4825
models support TTL level RS232 or USB system interfaces. They can operate in standard trigger mode, as
well as “blinky” mode for hands-free scanning.
The laser scan engine series is equipped with a multitude of features including:
•100 Scans per second
•Support for 3.3VDC input voltage (IS4813, IS4823)
•Support for 5VDC input voltage (IS4815, IS4825)
•A 650 nm bright laser diode
•A narrow exit angle to provide precise beam positioning
•Automatic (hardware) scan sense
•A rugged die cast engine chassis with threaded mounting holes
•An optional mounting bracket for integration flexibility (IS4823, IS4825)
•A 10-pin (IS4813, IS4815) or 12-pin (IS4823, IS4825) ZIF connector with industry standard pinout for
seamless integration into portable devices
•Low mass property (see page 21) in an industry standard size
•A wide sweep angle for scanning big bar codes up close
For ease of integration and optimum engine performance, Metrologic has designed a Software Development
Kit (SDK) for the IS4813 and the IS4815. Contact a customer service representative or sales representative
for additional information (see page 41).
Notes: The manufacturer of the end equipment must register with agencies such as the Food and Drug
Administration (FDA). The specifications required for registration are not obtainable until the OEM
manufacturer uses the IS4800 series scan engine in its final configuration. Therefore, it becomes
the responsibility of the manufacturer who incorporates the scan engine into their product to comply
with all federal laser safety regulations. The manufacturer must submit a Laser Product Report for
the FDA in the US.
THIS DEVICE DOES NOT COMPLY WITH 21 CFR 1040. USE ONLY AS COMPONENT.

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Models and Accessories
Non-Decode Engines
Options
Model Description
IS4813 Non-Decode, 3.3VDC Scan Engine
IS4815 Non-Decode, 5VDC Scan Engine
Accessories
Part Number Description
19-07335 Flex Cable, 10-POS, 67.5 mm Length
Decode Engines
Options
Base Model Description
IS4823 3.3VDC Scan Engine with Decode PCB
IS4825 5VDC Scan Engine with Decode PCB
Model and Kit Delineation
Figure 1. IS4823/IS4825 Model and Kit Delineation
Accessories
Part Number Description
19-00329 Flex Cable, 12-POS, 80 mm Length
19-07335 Flex Cable, 10-POS, 67.5 mm Length
Labels
Figure 2. Serial Number Label (Enlarged For Illustration Purposes)
† Option is not available for sale in all regions. Contact a customer service representative for additional information.

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Components of the IS4800 Engine Series
IS4813 and IS4815 Non-Decode Engine
Item Description Item Location
1 Pin Locator Holes (see page 6)
2 Threaded Mounting Points (see page 6)
3
Exit Beam Location, Laser Light Aperture
AVOID EXPOSURE! – LASER LIGHT IS
EMITTED FROM THIS APERTURE.
4 Flex Cable, 10-POS
5 ZIF Connector, 10-Pin
6 Printed Circuit Board and Shield
7 Die Cast Chassis
Figure 3. IS4813/IS4815
IS4823 and IS4825 (-0) Decode Engine Assembly
Item Description Item Location
1 Decode Printed Circuit Board
2 ZIF Connector, 12-PIN
3 Flex Cable, 12-POS
4 Pin Locator Holes (see page 6)
5 IS4813 or IS4815 Laser Scan Engine
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Exit Beam Location, Laser Light Aperture
AVOID EXPOSURE! – LASER LIGHT IS
EMITTED FROM THIS APERTURE.
7 Threaded Mounting Points (see page 6)
8 Flex Cable, 10-POS
Figure 4. IS4823-0/IS4825-0

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IS4823 and IS4825 Bracketed (-1†and -2) Decode Engine Assembly
Item Description Item Location
1 Flex Cable, 12-POS
2 Flex Cable, 10-POS
3 ZIF Connector, 10-PIN
4
Exit Beam Location, Laser Light Aperture
AVOID EXPOSURE! – LASER
LIGHT IS EMITTED FROM THIS
APERTURE
5 IS4813 or IS4815 Laser Scan Engine
6 ZIF Connector, 12-PIN
7 Decode Printed Circuit Board
8 0.10 Dia. Clearance Holes for Mounting,
2 Pls.
9 M2 x 0.4 Threaded Bosses for Mounting,
3 Pls.
10 Bracket
11 Screw, M1.2 – 6.36 mm T3, Thread Forming
12 Screw, M1.6 x 35 – 5 mm
Philips, Stainless Steel with Patch, 2 Pls.
Figure 5. IS4823-1/IS4825-1 Assembled†
Figure 6. IS4823-2/IS4825-2 Unassembled
†Option is not available for sale in all regions. Contact a customer service representative for additional information.

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Assembly
IS4823-2 and IS4825-2
Figure 7. IS4823-2/IS4825-2 Assembly
Item Description Qty.
1 Bracket, Base 1
2 Screw, M1.6 x 35 – 5 mm, Philips Stainless Steel with Patch 2
3 IS4813 or IS4815 Scan Engine 1
4 Flex Cable, 10-POS 1
5 Decode Printed Circuit Board 1
6 Flex Cable, 12-POS 1
7 Bracket, PCB Locking Bar 1
8 Screw, M1.2 – 6 mm, T3, Thread Forming 2
Tools Required Size
Torx®Screw Driver T3
Phillips Screw Driver 00

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Mounting Specifications
IS4813 and IS4815 Scan Engine Dimensions
The engine has two M1.6 tapped holes on the bottom of the chassis for mounting the engine with screws.
Two additional blind holes are provided on the bottom of the engine for keying purposes to assist with engine
alignment (see figure below).
Warning: The limited warranty (on page 37) is void if the following recommendations are not adhered to
when mounting the IS4800 series laser scan engine.
Follow the guidelines listed below when securing the engine to non-metallic or metallic mounting surfaces.
For a non-metallic mounting surface:
•Use non-magnetic M1.6 x .35 stainless steel screws.
•Do not exceed 1.35 ± .09 cm-kg [ 1.17 ± .08 in-lbs. ] of torque during screw installation.
•Use a minimum mount thickness of 3 mm.
•Use safe ESD practices when handling and mounting the engine.
For a metallic mounting surface:
•The die-cast engine chassis is at +Vcc. Use an insulator between the engine chassis and the host
(.005" thick PR4, or equivalent).
•Use non-metallic nylon or equivalent M1.6 x .35 screws.
•Do not exceeding 1.35 ± .09 cm-kg [ 1.17 ± .08 in-lbs. ] of torque.
•Use a minimum mount thickness of 3 mm.
•Use safe ESD practices when handling and mounting the engine.
Figure 8. IS4813 and IS4815 Engine Dimensions
Specifications are for reference only and are subject to change without notice.

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IS4823 and IS4825 Bracketed (-1 and -2) Dimensions
The engine bracket has three M2 x 0.4 threaded inserts on the bottom for mounting the assembly with screws.
Two through holes are also provided as an alternative mounting method.
Warning: The limited warranty (on page 37) is void if the following recommendations are not adhered to
when mounting the IS4800 series laser scan engine.
When securing the engine by utilizing the three M2 threaded inserts:
•Use M2 x 0.4 Phillips Pan Head, Type AB, Steel, Zinc Clear or equivalent screws.
•Do not exceed 2.88 cm-kg [ 2.5 in-lb ] of torque when securing the engine assembly to the host.
•Use a minimum mount thickness of 3 mm.
•Use safe ESD practices when handling and mounting the engine assembly.
Figure 9. IS4823/IS4825 Bracketed (-1 and -2) Dimensions
Specifications are for reference only and are subject to change without notice.

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IS4823 and IS4825 (-0) Decode Printed Circuit Board Dimensions
Warning: The limited warranty (on page 37) is void if the following recommendations are not adhered to
when mounting the IS4800 series laser scan engine.
When securing the decode board:
•3M™ 4032 1/32" double-coated urethane foam tape (or equivalent).
•Use safe ESD practices when handling and mounting the decode board.
Figure 10. IS4823/IS4825 Decode PCB Dimensions
Specifications are for reference only and are subject to change without notice.
3M is a trademark of 3M and/or its subsidiaries worldwide.

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Exit Beam Specifications
Figure 11. IS4800 Series Exit Beam Specifications
See page see pages 12 - 15 for information on window material specifications and enclosure design
considerations.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Enclosure Specifications
The IS4800 laser scan engine series was specifically designed for integration into custom housings for OEM
applications. The scan engine’s performance will be adversely affected or permanently damaged when
mounted in an unsuitable enclosure.
Note: THIS DEVICE DOES NOT COMPLY WITH 21 CFR 1040. USE ONLY AS COMPONENT.
The limited warranty (on page 37) is void if the following considerations are not adhered to when
integrating an IS4800 series scan engine into a system.
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Cautions
ESD has the ability to modify the electrical characteristics of a semiconductor device, possibly
degrading or even destroying the device. ESD also has the potential to upset the normal
operation of an electronic system, causing equipment malfunction or failure.
The scan engine has exposed electrical components.
•DO NOT touch the leads of the visible laser diode (VLD) or other components.
•ALWAYS use grounding wrist straps and a grounded work area when handling the engine.
•Mount the engine in a housing that is designed for ESD protection and stray electric fields.
Grounding
If the scan engine is going to be installed in a grounded host:
•The die-cast engine chassis is at +Vcc. Use an insulator between the engine chassis and host.
•Use non-metallic nylon or equivalent screws.
Power Supply
The IS4813/IS4815 non-decode engines are powered from the host device through the 3.3V or 5V and GND
pins of the engine’s 10-Pin ZIF connector. IS4823/IS4825 decode engine assemblies are powered from the
host device through the 3.3V or 5V and GND pins of the 12-Pin ZIF connector on the decode board.
This voltage must be maintained within the specified voltage range (see electrical specifications on page 22)
at the engine’s PCB. Voltage drops in the host flex cable must be taken into account (see Flex Cables
on page 11).
Power Sequencing
The IS4813/IS4815 non-decode engines are powered from the 3.3V or 5V power signal on the 10-Pin ZIF
connector and the IS4823/IS4825 decode engine assemblies are powered from the 3.3V or 5V power signal on
the decode board. Most of the host signals (signals present on the ZIF connector) are relative to this voltage.
Not all of these signals are overvoltage tolerant. Care must be taken to ensure that the relationship between
3.3V or 5V and the host signals are always met (see electrical specifications on page 22).
See page 23 - 24 for additional electrical specifications.
See page 26 - 28 for additional pinout information.

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Flex Cables
Note: To ensure optimum engine stability, use the flex cables shipped with the scan engine.
The host flex cable is used to carry power and data signals between the engine and the host system. The flex
cable should allow for a minimal voltage drop and maintain a good ground connection between the host and
the engine. In terms of grounding and voltage drop, a shorter cable is better. The 10-POS flex cable used to
connect the engine to the host or the engine to the decode PCB must be equal to or less than 67.5 mm in
length. The 12-POS flex cable used to connect the decode PCB to the host must be equal to or less than 80
mm in length.
In addition to power, the flex cable also carries the digital signals required for communication. The cable
design is especially important in USB interface applications due to the relative high speed of the USB signals.
The impedance of the cable should match, or be as close as possible to the impedance of the USB driver
(approximately 45 ohms per trace).
The routing of the flex cables plays a critical role in the system design. The host flex cable should be routed
away from high frequency devices that have frequencies that can couple onto the flex cable and cause
potential data corruption or unwanted electromagnetic inference (EMI).
Thermal Considerations
The IS4800 laser scan engine series is qualified over the specified operational temperatures (0°C to 40°C) for
all operating modes. Make sure ambient temperatures do not exceed this range in order to guarantee
operation. Operating the IS4800 in continuous mode for an extended period may produce considerable
heating. This mode should be limited and sufficient airflow should be provided whenever possible to minimize
internal heating. Excessive heating may potentially damage the IS4800 engine.
Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Component Clearance
Warning: When designing the IS4800 into the final product, eliminate all possible dangers of shorting
sensitive electronic components in the IS4800 engine. A short could enable the scan engine to
emit Class 3R radiation. Any CDRH filing will require a disclosure of the design ensuring a method
to mitigate a potential short.
Magnetic Sensitivity
The scan engine can be negatively affected by magnetic fields:
•Use only non-magnetic screws and locating pins.
•Do not mount the engine within 1.00" (25.4 mm) of any magnetic materials.
Airborne Contaminants and Foreign Materials
The scan engine has very sensitive miniature electrical and optical components that must be protected from
airborne contaminants and foreign materials. In order to prevent permanently damaging the scan engine and
voiding the limited warranty (on page 37), the scan engine enclosure must be:
•Sealed to prevent infiltration by airborne contaminants and foreign materials such as dust, dirt, smoke,
and smog.
•Sealed to protect against water, humidity and be non-condensing.
See page 23 - 24 for additional electrical specifications.
See page 26 - 28 for additional pinout information.

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Beam Clearance
•Keep the scan engine’s beam sweep free from obstructions. For detailed information on the exit beam
angle and location, please refer to Exit Beam Specifications on page 9.
•A dark matte-finish on the internal walls of the housing can be utilized to avoid internal beam
reflections.
Output Window Properties
Note: Contact a customer service representative to coordinate the best window material required to maintain
laser safety requirements for your application.
An improperly placed window has the serious potential to reduce the scan engine’s performance.
Careful consideration must be made when designing the output window’s distance and angle
placement relative to the scan engine’s exit beam and chassis.
Follow these guidelines when designing the output window.
•Acceptable window materials include; Acrylic (cast or molded), float glass, CR-39, and Polycarbonate.
Note: Molded polycarbonate is high in strength; however, it might exhibit a phenomenon called
birefringence. Birefringence refers to multiple indices of refraction within one material.
This condition will induce polarization effects that can be detrimental to scan performance of the
engine. Check with a representative before utilizing a transparent polycarbonate material for
the output window.
•The exit window material should have a spectral transmission of at least 85% from 640 nm to 690 nm
and should block shorter wavelengths.
•Red cell-cast acrylic is recommended.
•The exit window should exhibit a wavefront distortion (transmission) of no more than 0.2 wavelengths
peak-to-valley maximum over any 0.08" diameter within the clear aperture.
•The clear aperture of the output window should extend beyond the 54° beam sweep (see Exit Beam
Specifications on page 9).
•It should have a 60-40 surface quality and be optically flat, clear, and free of scratches, pits, or seeds.
If possible, recess the window into the housing for protection or apply a scratch resistance coating (see
Output Window Coatings on page 13).
•Apply an anti-reflective coating to the window surfaces to reduce the possibility of reflective light
interfering with the engine’s performance due to the window angle (see Output Window Coatings
on page 13).

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Output Window Coatings
•Anti-Reflection
An anti-reflective coating can be applied to the inside and/or outside of the window to reduce the
possibility of internal beam reflections interfering with the scan performance of the engine. If an anti-
reflective coating is applied, it is recommended that it be on both sides of the window providing a 0.5%
maximum reflectivity on each side from 640 to 690 nanometers at the nominal window tilt angle. The
coating must also meet the hardness adherence requirements of MIL-M-13508.
•Polysiloxane Coating
Apply a polysiloxane coating to the window surface to help protect the window from surface scratches
and abrasions that may interfere with the scan performance of the engine. Recessing the window into
the housing can also provided added protection against surface damage such as scratches and chips.
If an anti-reflective coating is used, there is no need to apply a polysiloxane coating.
Output Window Angle
Note: An improperly placed window has the serious potential to reduce the scan engine’s performance.
Careful consideration must be made when designing the output window’s distance and angle
placement relative to the scan engine’s exit beam and chassis.
It is important that angle of the window not be perpendicular to the exit beam of the scan engine. The angle of
the window can cause the beam’s laser light to reflect off the inside of the window back into the scan engine’s
optics ultimately degrading the engine’s performance.
Refer to the Figure 12 on page 14 and Figure 13 on page 15 for specifications on the minimum allowable
window angle required to avoid reflective beam interference.

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Minimum Allowable Window Position Required
To Avoid Detrimental Internal Reflective Beam Interference at
Positive Exit Beam Angle Tolerance
Exit Beam
Elevation Angle α
Minimum Projected Distance (mm) from the
Engine’s Base
to the Window’s Internal Surface (L)
Minimum
Window Angle θ
+2.5° 5.0 28.0°
+2.5° 10.0 14.5°
+2.5° 15.0 10.5°
+2.5° 20.0 8.0°
+2.5° 25.0 7.0°
+2.5° 30.0 6.5°
+2.5° 35.0 6.0°
+2.5° 40.0 5.5°
+2.5° 45.0 5.0°
+2.5° 50.0 5.0°
Figure 12.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Minimum Allowable Window Position Required
To Avoid Detrimental Internal Reflective Beam Interference at
Negative Exit Beam Angle Tolerance
Exit Beam
Depression Angle β
Minimum Projected Distance (mm)
from the Engine’s Base to
the Window’s Internal Surface (M)
Minimum
Window Angle θ
-2.5° 5.0 23.5°
-2.5° 10.0 16.5°
-2.5° 15.0 12.5°
-2.5° 20.0 10.5°
-2.5° 25.0 9.0°
-2.5° 30.0 8.0°
-2.5° 35.0 7.5°
-2.5° 40.0 7.0°
-2.5° 45.0 6.5°
-2.5° 50.0 6.0°
Figure 13.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Scan Engine Field of View and Depth of Field
Field of View
Distance from Engine Face Width of Field of View
50 mm (2") 57 mm (2.2")
254 mm (10") 264 mm (10.4")
See page 9 for detailed information on the engine's exit beam specifications.
 Based on a .33 mm (13.0 mil) bar code.
Figure 14. Typical Field of View
Depth of Field vs. Minimum Bar Code Element
Depth of Field*
(In the Field of View)
Bar Code
Element Width Start
(From Engine Face)
End
(From Engine Face)
Total
.13 mm 5.2 mil 70 mm (2.75") 95 mm (3.75") 25 mm (1.00")
.19 mm 7.5 mil 57 mm (2.25") 171 mm (6.75") 114 mm (4.50")
.26 mm 10.4 mil 50 mm (2.00") 210 mm (8.25") 160 mm (6.25")
.33 mm 13.0 mil 50 mm (2.00") 254 mm (10.00") 204 mm (8.00")
1D
.49 mm 19.5 mil 75 mm (2.95") 300 mm (11.81") 225 mm (8.86")
* For non-decode IS4813 and IS4815 engines, depth of field data is for reference only. Actual values may vary
depending on environmental conditions, host hardware, and decoding software.
Depth of field data was measured at 25°C under typical indoor lighting. Performance may vary depending on
testing conditions.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.