Newland FM50 User manual

Fixed Mount Barcode Scanner
User Guide
FM50

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Disclaimer
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Revision History
Version Description Date
V1.0.0 Initial release. October 12, 2015

Table Of Contents
Revision History...............................................................................................................................................-3-
Chapter 1 Getting Started..................................................................................................................................1
Introduction..............................................................................................................................................1
About This Guide.....................................................................................................................................2
Unpacking................................................................................................................................................2
FM50 Scanner.........................................................................................................................................3
Maintenance............................................................................................................................................4
Connect the Scanner to a Host...............................................................................................................4
USB Connection...............................................................................................................................5
RS-232 Connection..........................................................................................................................6
Depth of Field ..........................................................................................................................................7
Dimensions..............................................................................................................................................8
Barcode Scanning...................................................................................................................................9
Barcode Programming.............................................................................................................................9
Restore Factory Defaults.......................................................................................................................10
Chapter 2 Scan Mode.......................................................................................................................................11
Sense Mode...........................................................................................................................................11
Continuous Mode...................................................................................................................................11
Chapter 3 Communication Interfaces............................................................................................................12
RS-232 Interface....................................................................................................................................12
Baud Rate.......................................................................................................................................13
Parity Check ...................................................................................................................................14
Data Bit...........................................................................................................................................14
Data Bit & Parity Check..................................................................................................................15
Stop Bit ...........................................................................................................................................15
USB Interface ........................................................................................................................................16
USB HID-KBW................................................................................................................................16
USB COM Port Emulation..............................................................................................................16
Chapter 4 Data Formatting..............................................................................................................................17
Global Settings ......................................................................................................................................18
Enable/Disable All Prefix/Suffix......................................................................................................18
AIM ID Prefix..........................................................................................................................................18

Code ID Prefix .......................................................................................................................................19
Terminating Character Suffix.................................................................................................................19
Chapter 5 Symbologies...................................................................................................................................20
Global Settings ......................................................................................................................................20
Enable/Disable All Symbologies.....................................................................................................20
Enable/Disable 1D Symbologies....................................................................................................20
Enable/Disable 2D Symbologies....................................................................................................20
Video Reverse................................................................................................................................21
1D Symbologies.....................................................................................................................................22
Code 128........................................................................................................................................22
Restore Factory Defaults.........................................................................................................22
Enable/Disable Code 128........................................................................................................22
GS1-128 (UCC/EAN-128) ..............................................................................................................23
Restore Factory Defaults.........................................................................................................23
Enable/Disable GS1-128.........................................................................................................23
AIM-128 ..........................................................................................................................................24
Restore Factory Defaults.........................................................................................................24
Enable/Disable AIM-128..........................................................................................................24
EAN-8 .............................................................................................................................................25
Restore Factory Defaults.........................................................................................................25
Enable/Disable EAN-8.............................................................................................................25
Transmit Check Digit...............................................................................................................25
Add-On Code...........................................................................................................................26
Add-On Code Required...........................................................................................................27
EAN-8 Extension.....................................................................................................................27
EAN-13 ...........................................................................................................................................28
Restore Factory Defaults.........................................................................................................28
Enable/Disable EAN-13...........................................................................................................28
Transmit Check Digit...............................................................................................................28
Add-On Code...........................................................................................................................29
Add-On Code Required...........................................................................................................29
ISSN................................................................................................................................................30
Restore Factory Defaults.........................................................................................................30
Enable/Disable ISSN...............................................................................................................30
ISBN................................................................................................................................................31
Restore Factory Default ..........................................................................................................31
Enable/Disable ISBN...............................................................................................................31
Set ISBN Format .....................................................................................................................31

UPC-E.............................................................................................................................................32
Restore Factory Defaults.........................................................................................................32
Enable/Disable UPC-E............................................................................................................32
Transmit Check Digit...............................................................................................................32
Add-On Code...........................................................................................................................33
Add-On Code Required...........................................................................................................33
Transmit System Character “0”...............................................................................................34
UPC-E Extension ....................................................................................................................34
UPC-A.............................................................................................................................................35
Restore Factory Defaults.........................................................................................................35
Enable/Disable UPC-A............................................................................................................35
Transmit Check Digit...............................................................................................................35
Add-On Code...........................................................................................................................36
Add-On Code Required...........................................................................................................36
Transmit Preamble Character “0”............................................................................................37
Interleaved 2 of 5............................................................................................................................38
Restore Factory Defaults.........................................................................................................38
Enable/Disable Interleaved 2 of 5...........................................................................................38
Check Digit Verification...........................................................................................................39
ITF-14 .............................................................................................................................................40
ITF-6 ...............................................................................................................................................41
Matrix 2 of 5....................................................................................................................................42
Restore Factory Defaults.........................................................................................................42
Enable/Disable Matrix 2 of 5...................................................................................................42
Check Digit Verification...........................................................................................................42
Industrial 2 of 5...............................................................................................................................43
Restore Factory Defaults.........................................................................................................43
Enable/Disable Industrial 2 of 5 ..............................................................................................43
Check Digit Verification...........................................................................................................43
Standard 2 of 5 (IATA 2 of 5)..........................................................................................................44
Restore Factory Defaults.........................................................................................................44
Enable/Disable Standard 25 ...................................................................................................44
Check Digit Verification...........................................................................................................44
Code 39 ..........................................................................................................................................45
Restore Factory Defaults.........................................................................................................45
Enable/Disable Code 39..........................................................................................................45
Transmit Start/Stop Character ................................................................................................45
Check Digit Verification...........................................................................................................46
Enable/Disable Code 39 Full ASCII........................................................................................46

Codabar..........................................................................................................................................47
Restore Factory Defaults.........................................................................................................47
Enable/Disable Codabar .........................................................................................................47
Check Digit Verification...........................................................................................................48
Transmit Start/Stop Character ................................................................................................48
Start/Stop Character Format...................................................................................................49
Code 93 ..........................................................................................................................................50
Restore Factory Defaults.........................................................................................................50
Enable/Disable Code 93..........................................................................................................50
Check Digit Verification...........................................................................................................51
GS1-Databar (RSS)........................................................................................................................52
Restore Factory Defaults.........................................................................................................52
Enable/Disable GS1 Databar..................................................................................................52
Transmit Application Identifier “01”.........................................................................................52
Code 11 ..........................................................................................................................................53
Restore Factory Defaults.........................................................................................................53
Enable/Disable Code 11..........................................................................................................53
Transmit Check Digit...............................................................................................................54
Check Digit Verification...........................................................................................................54
Plessey ...........................................................................................................................................55
Restore Factory Defaults.........................................................................................................55
Enable/Disable Plessey...........................................................................................................55
Check Digit Verification...........................................................................................................55
Chapter 6 Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................................56
FAQ........................................................................................................................................................56
Appendix...........................................................................................................................................................58
Appendix 1: Factory Defaults Table......................................................................................................58
Appendix 2: AIM ID Table......................................................................................................................62
Appendix 3: Code ID Table ...................................................................................................................65
Appendix 4: ASCII Table.......................................................................................................................66

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Chapter 1 Getting Started
Introduction
The NLS-FM50 fixed mount barcode scanners (hereinafter referred to as “the FM50 scanner” or “the
scanner”), armed with the Newland patented , a computerized image recognition system, bring
about a new era of 2D barcode scanners.
The FM50 scanners’ 2D barcode decoder chip ingeniously blends technology and advanced chip
design & manufacturing, which significantly simplifies application design and delivers superior
performance and solid reliability with low power consumption.
The FM50 scanners can read barcodes on virtually any medium - paper, plastic card, mobile phones and
LCD displays. The compact, lightweight baracode scanners fit easily into a variety of space-constrained
equipment.
The FM50 scanners support all mainstream 1D and standard 2D barcode symbologies:
2D: PDF417, QR Code and Data Matrix.
1D: EAN-13, EAN-8, UPC-A, UPC-E, ISSN, ISBN, Codabar, Code 128, Code 93, ITF-6, ITF-14,
Interleaved 2 of 5, Industrial 2 of 5, Standard 2 of 5, Matrix 2 of 5, GS1 Databar, Code 39, Code 11,
MSI-Plessey, Plessey, etc.

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About This Guide
This guide provides programming instructions for the scanner. Users can configure the scanner by
scanning the programming barcodes included in this manual.
The scanner has been properly configured for most applications and can be put into use without further
configuration. Users may check the Factory Defaults Table in Appendix for reference. Throughout the
manual, asterisks (**) indicate factory default values.
Unpacking
Open the package and take out the scanner and its accessories. Check to make sure everything on the
packing list is present and intact. If any contents are damaged or missing, please keep the original
package and contact your dealer immediately for after-sales service.

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FM50 Scanner
Trigger
Power LED
Good Read LED
Logo
IR Sensor
LENs
Focus Lamp

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Maintenance
The scan window should be kept clean.
Do not scratch the scan window.
Use soft brush to remove the stain from the scan window.
Use the soft cloth to clean the window, such as eyeglass cleaning cloth.
Do not spray any liquid on the scan window.
Do not use any detergent to clean other parts of the device except for water.
Note: The warranty DOES NOT cover damages caused by inappropriate care and maintenance.
Connect the Scanner to a Host
The FM50 scanner must be connected to a Host in actual application, such as PC, POS or any intelligent
terminal with USB or RS-232 port.
USB
USB port on the Host
RS-232
RS-232 port on the Host

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USB Connection
Plug the cable into the USB port on the host.

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RS-232 Connection
1. Plug the RJ45 connector of the cable into the RS-232 port on the host.
2. Connect the supplied power adaptor to the power connector of the cable.

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Depth of Field

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Dimensions
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-M3 machine screw
The part of screw into the
scanner must not exceed 6mm.

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Barcode Scanning
Powered by area-imaging technology and Newland patented technology, the FM50 features fast
scanning and accurate decoding. Barcodes rotated at any angle can still be read with ease. When
scanning a barcode, simply center the aiming beam or pattern projected by the scanner over the barcode.
Barcode Programming
Scanning the Enter Setup barcode can enable the scanner to enter the setup mode. Then you can scan
a number of programming barcodes to configure your scanner. To exit the setup mode, scan the Exit
Setup barcode.
If the scanner has exited the setup mode, only some special programming barcodes, such as the Enter
Setup barcode and Restore All Factory Defaults barcode, can be read.
Enter Setup
** Exit Setup
Programming barcode data can be transmitted to the host device. Scan the appropriate barcode below to
enable or disable the transmission of programming barcode data (i.e. the characters under programming
barcode) to the host.
Restarting the scanner will automatically disable the transmisison of programming barcode data to the
host.
Transmit Programming Barcode Data
** Do Not Transmit Programming Barcode Data

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Restore Factory Defaults
Scanning the following barcode can restore the scanner to the factory defaults. See Appendix 1:
Factory Defaults Table for more information.
Note: Use this feature with discretion.
Restore All Factory Defaults

Enter Setup
11 ** Exit Setup
Chapter 2 Scan Mode
Sense Mode
If the Sense Mode is enabled, the scanner activates a decode session every time it detects a change in
ambient illumination. The decode session continues until the barcode is decoded or the decode session
timeout (10 seconds) expires. Pressing the trigger can also activate a decode session.
** Sense Mode
Continuous Mode
The Continous mode enables the scanner to scan/capture, decode and transmit over and over again.
Re-reading same barcode is allowed in this mode.
A decode session continues until the barcode is decoded or the decode session timeout (60 seconds)
expires. The timeout between decodes is 1 second.
Continuous Mode

Enter Setup
** Exit Setup 12
Chapter 3 Communication Interfaces
The scanner provides an RS-232 interface and a USB interface to communicate with the host device. The
host device can receive scanned data and send commands to control the scanner or to access/alter the
configuration information of the scanner via the interface.
RS-232 Interface
Serial communication interface is usually used when connecting the scanner to a host device (like PC,
POS). However, to ensure smooth communication and accuracy of data, you need to set communication
parameters (including baud rate, parity check, data bit and stop bit) to match the host device.
Default serial communication parameters are listed below. Make sure all parameters match the host
requirements.
Parameter Factory Default
Serial Communication Standard RS-232
Baud Rate 9600
Parity Type None
Data Bits 8
Stop Bits 1
Hardware Flow Control None