Newland NLS-FM420-MS-30 Quick setup guide

NLS-FM420
NLS-FM420-MS-30
NLS-FM420-MS-38
Fixed Mount Barcode Scanner
Integration Guide

Version Description Date
V1.0 Support as from FM420 rmware Version 3.06.021 and higher. 20100825
V1.1.1 Modiy the introduction for USB Interface; change the default status of
Terminal to "off "(disable)；update the "Figure 1. FM420 Top View" . 20110712
V1.1.2 Renew "ASCII Function Key Mapping Table”of "USB HID-KBW" and
correct the setting code of "Enable Reading All 2D. 20110719
V1.1.3 Add an "ASCII Table" in the Appendix . 20110822
V1.1.4 Add the "Dimensions of the FM420-MS-3X" section. 20140807
V2.0
Updates:
1. Add the "Query Firmware Version", "USB HID-KBW Fast Mode" and
"USB HID-KBW Speed" features and modify the "Emulate Numeric Keypad"
feature.
2. Add the "UPC-E/UPC-A Preamble Character", "Convert UPC-E to UPC-A",
"Convert Code 39 to Code 32 (Italian Pharma Code)", "Code 32 Prex",
"Select Message Length" for UCC/EAN-128 and "Micro QR" features and one
symbology of ISSN.
3. Modify the "Prex Sequences" feature.
Note: You must have rmware version V3.06.053 or higher to use the new
features above.
20150130
V2.1.1 Modify Chapter Batch Programming. 20150618
V2.1.2
Add the "Enable/Disable PDF417 ECI Output", "Enable/Disable QR ECI
Output", "Enable/Disable Aztec ECI Output" and "Enable/Disable Data Matrix
ECI Output" features.
Note: You must have rmware version V3.06.064 or higher to use the new
features above.
20160129
V2.1.3 Add the "1D Twin Code" feature. 20160616
V2.1.4
Add a new chapter - Data Formatter.
Note: You must have rmware version V3.06.071 or higher to use the new
feature above.
20160706
V2.1.5
Add the "Code Page", "PDF417/QR/DataMatrix/Aztec Character Encoding"
and "QR Inverse" features.
Note: You must have rmware version V3.06.076 or later to use the new
feature above.
20170115
V2.1.6
Add the EAN-13 Beginning with 414/419 Addenda Code Required, Transmit
Code 32 Check Digit, Transmit Code 32 Start/Stop Character and Data
Packing Format 2 features. Add the BA (Replace a string with another) and EF
(Insert a delay) commands.
Note: You must have rmware version V3.06.078 or later to use the new
features above.
20170320
V2.1.7
Add the B5 (Insert key strokes) command.
Note: You must have rmware version V3.06.080 or later to use the new
feature above.
20170629
Revisions

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Table of Contents
Contents
About This Guide
Introduction ................................................................................................................................................. 1
Graphic Notations........................................................................................................................................ 1
Newland Auto-ID Support Center ............................................................................................................... 2
Getting to Start
Introduction.................................................................................................................................................. 3
Unpacking.................................................................................................................................................... 4
Unpacking............................................................................................................................................. 4
Outline of FM420 ................................................................................................................................. 4
Data Interface........................................................................................................................................ 5
Communication Ports .................................................................................................................................. 6
Connecting with USB Cable........................................................................................................................ 7
Connecting with RS232 Cable..................................................................................................................... 8
Decode Zones .............................................................................................................................................. 9
Dimensions of the FM420 ......................................................................................................................... 10
Dimensions of the FM420-MS-3X.............................................................................................................11
Programming the Scanner
Introduction................................................................................................................................................ 12
Code Programming............................................................................................................................. 12
Command Programming..................................................................................................................... 12
QuickSet Programming ...................................................................................................................... 12
Programming Notation .............................................................................................................................. 13
Code Programming On/Off........................................................................................................................ 14
Illumination................................................................................................................................................ 15
Aiming ....................................................................................................................................................... 16
Beep ........................................................................................................................................................... 17
Decoding Beep.................................................................................................................................... 17
Decoding Beep Type........................................................................................................................... 17
Decoding Beep Volume ...................................................................................................................... 18
Power On Beep................................................................................................................................... 18
Beep Denotation (Beeper Denitions)................................................................................................ 18
Reading Mode............................................................................................................................................ 19
Reading Timeout and Delay ...................................................................................................................... 20
Sensitivity .................................................................................................................................................. 21
Exposure Imaging Mode............................................................................................................................ 22
Default ....................................................................................................................................................... 23
Factory Default ................................................................................................................................... 23
User Default........................................................................................................................................ 23
Query Product Information........................................................................................................................ 24

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RS232 Interface
Introduction................................................................................................................................................ 25
Serial Port .................................................................................................................................................. 26
Baud Rate............................................................................................................................................ 26
Parity Check........................................................................................................................................ 27
Data Bits Transmitted ......................................................................................................................... 28
Stop Bits.............................................................................................................................................. 28
Hardware Auto Flow Control ............................................................................................................. 29
USB Interface
Introduction................................................................................................................................................ 30
USB HID-KBW......................................................................................................................................... 31
Fast Mode ........................................................................................................................................... 31
USB HID-KBW Speed ....................................................................................................................... 32
USB Country Keyboard Types ........................................................................................................... 33
Unknown Characters, Beep ................................................................................................................ 35
Emulate ALT + Keypad ...................................................................................................................... 36
Function Key Mapping....................................................................................................................... 37
ASCII Function Key Mapping Table.................................................................................................. 38
ASCII Function Key Mapping Table (Continued).............................................................................. 39
Keystroke Delay ................................................................................................................................. 40
Caps Lock ........................................................................................................................................... 40
Convert Case....................................................................................................................................... 41
Emulate Numeric Keypad................................................................................................................... 42
Code Page ........................................................................................................................................... 43
USB DataPipe............................................................................................................................................ 44
USB COM Port Emulation ........................................................................................................................ 45
HID-POS.................................................................................................................................................... 46
Introduction......................................................................................................................................... 46
Access the Device in Your Program ................................................................................................... 47
Getting Scanned Data ......................................................................................................................... 47
VID and PID Table ............................................................................................................................. 47
Symbols
Introduction............................................................................................................................................... 48
General Options ......................................................................................................................................... 49
Disable Reading All............................................................................................................................ 49
Enable Reading All............................................................................................................................. 49
Enable Reading All 1D ....................................................................................................................... 49
Disable Reading All 1D ...................................................................................................................... 49
Enable Reading All 2D ....................................................................................................................... 50
Disable Reading All 2D ...................................................................................................................... 50
1D Twin Code..................................................................................................................................... 50
Code 128.................................................................................................................................................... 51

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Load Factory Default.......................................................................................................................... 51
Enable/Disable Code 128 ................................................................................................................... 51
Select Message Length ....................................................................................................................... 52
EAN-8........................................................................................................................................................ 53
Load Factory Default.......................................................................................................................... 53
Enable/Disable UCC/EAN-8.............................................................................................................. 53
Check Digit......................................................................................................................................... 53
2 Digits Addenda Code....................................................................................................................... 54
5 Digits Addenda Code....................................................................................................................... 54
EAN-8 Expand to EAN-13................................................................................................................. 55
EAN-13...................................................................................................................................................... 56
Load Factory Default.......................................................................................................................... 56
Enable/Disable EAN-13 ..................................................................................................................... 56
Check Digit......................................................................................................................................... 56
2 Digits Addenda Code....................................................................................................................... 57
5 Digits Addenda Code....................................................................................................................... 57
EAN-13 Beginning with 414/419 Addenda Code Required............................................................... 58
UPC-E........................................................................................................................................................ 59
Load Factory Default.......................................................................................................................... 59
Enable/Disable UPC-E ....................................................................................................................... 59
Check Digit......................................................................................................................................... 59
2 Digits Addenda Code....................................................................................................................... 60
5 Digits Addenda Code....................................................................................................................... 60
UPC-E Preamble ................................................................................................................................ 61
Convert UPC-E to UPC-A.................................................................................................................. 61
UPC-A........................................................................................................................................................ 62
Load Factory Default.......................................................................................................................... 62
Enable/Disable UPC-A....................................................................................................................... 62
Check Digit......................................................................................................................................... 62
2 Digits Addenda Code....................................................................................................................... 63
5 Digits Addenda Code....................................................................................................................... 63
UPC-A Preamble ................................................................................................................................ 64
Interleaved 2 of 5 ....................................................................................................................................... 65
Load Factory Default.......................................................................................................................... 65
Enable/Disable Interleaved 2 of 5....................................................................................................... 65
Select Message Length ....................................................................................................................... 66
Check Digit......................................................................................................................................... 67
Specied Lengths................................................................................................................................ 68
ITF-14 ........................................................................................................................................................ 69
ITF-6 .......................................................................................................................................................... 70
Matrix 2 of 5 .............................................................................................................................................. 71
Load Factory Default.......................................................................................................................... 71
Enable/Disable Matrix 2 of 5.............................................................................................................. 71
Select Message Length ....................................................................................................................... 72
Check Digit......................................................................................................................................... 73
Code 39...................................................................................................................................................... 74
Load Factory Default.......................................................................................................................... 74

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Enable/Disable Code 39 ..................................................................................................................... 74
Transmit Start & Stop Character......................................................................................................... 74
Select Message Length ....................................................................................................................... 75
Check Digit ........................................................................................................................................ 76
Decode ASCII..................................................................................................................................... 76
Enable/Disable Code 32 ..................................................................................................................... 77
Code 32 Prex .................................................................................................................................... 77
Transmit Code 32 Check Digit ........................................................................................................... 78
Transmit Code 32 Start/Stop Character .............................................................................................. 78
Codabar...................................................................................................................................................... 79
Load Factory Default.......................................................................................................................... 79
Enable/Disable Codabar ..................................................................................................................... 79
Select Message Length ....................................................................................................................... 80
Check Digit ........................................................................................................................................ 81
Transmit Start & Stop Character......................................................................................................... 82
Code 93...................................................................................................................................................... 83
Load Factory Default.......................................................................................................................... 83
Enable/Disable Code 93 ..................................................................................................................... 83
Select Message Length ....................................................................................................................... 84
Check Digit ........................................................................................................................................ 85
UCC/EAN-128........................................................................................................................................... 86
Load Factory Default.......................................................................................................................... 86
Enable/Disable UCC/EAN-128.......................................................................................................... 86
Select Message Length ....................................................................................................................... 87
GS1 Databar............................................................................................................................................... 88
Load Factory Default.......................................................................................................................... 88
Enable/Disable GS1 Databar .............................................................................................................. 88
Transmit AI(01) Character.................................................................................................................. 88
EAN·UCC Composite ............................................................................................................................... 89
Load Factory Default.......................................................................................................................... 89
Enable/Disable EAN·UCC Composite............................................................................................... 89
Code 11 ...................................................................................................................................................... 90
Load Factory Default.......................................................................................................................... 90
Enable/Disable Code 11...................................................................................................................... 90
Select Message Length ....................................................................................................................... 91
Check Digit......................................................................................................................................... 92
ISBN .......................................................................................................................................................... 93
Load Factory Default.......................................................................................................................... 93
Enable/Disable ISBN.......................................................................................................................... 93
Transmit .............................................................................................................................................. 93
Industrial 25 ............................................................................................................................................... 94
Load Factory Default.......................................................................................................................... 94
Enable/Disable Industrial 25............................................................................................................... 94
Select Message Length ....................................................................................................................... 95
Check Digit......................................................................................................................................... 96
Standard 25 ................................................................................................................................................ 97
Load Factory Default.......................................................................................................................... 97

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Enable/Disable Standard 25................................................................................................................ 97
Select Message Length ....................................................................................................................... 98
Check Digit......................................................................................................................................... 99
Plessey ..................................................................................................................................................... 100
Load Factory Default........................................................................................................................ 100
Enable/Disable Plessey..................................................................................................................... 100
Select Message Length ..................................................................................................................... 101
Check Digit....................................................................................................................................... 102
MSI-Plessey............................................................................................................................................. 103
Load Factory Default........................................................................................................................ 103
Enable/Disable MSI-Plessey ............................................................................................................ 103
Select Message Length ..................................................................................................................... 104
Check Digit....................................................................................................................................... 105
ISSN......................................................................................................................................................... 106
Load Factory Default........................................................................................................................ 106
Enable/Disable ISSN ........................................................................................................................ 106
PDF417 .................................................................................................................................................... 107
Load Factory Default........................................................................................................................ 107
Enable/Disable PDF417.................................................................................................................... 107
Select Message Length ..................................................................................................................... 108
PDF417 Twin Code........................................................................................................................... 109
PDF417 Inverse ................................................................................................................................ 109
Enable/Disable PDF417 ECI Output.................................................................................................11 0
Character Encoding............................................................................................................................110
QR Code ...................................................................................................................................................111
Load Factory Default.........................................................................................................................111
Enable/Disable QR Code...................................................................................................................111
Select Message Length ......................................................................................................................11 2
QR Twin Code ...................................................................................................................................11 3
Micro QR...........................................................................................................................................11 3
Enable/Disable QR ECI Output.........................................................................................................114
QR Inverse.........................................................................................................................................11 4
Character Encoding............................................................................................................................114
Aztec .........................................................................................................................................................115
Load Factory Default.........................................................................................................................115
Enable/Disable Aztec.........................................................................................................................11 5
Select Message Length ......................................................................................................................11 6
Read Multi-barcodes on an Image.....................................................................................................117
The Number of Multi-barcodes .........................................................................................................11 8
Enable/Disable Aztec ECI Output .....................................................................................................11 9
Character Encoding............................................................................................................................119
Data Matrix.............................................................................................................................................. 120
Load Factory Default........................................................................................................................ 120
Enable/Disable Data Matrix.............................................................................................................. 120
Select Message Length ..................................................................................................................... 121
Data Matrix Twin Code .................................................................................................................... 122
Rectangular Symbols........................................................................................................................ 123

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Data Matrix Inverse .......................................................................................................................... 123
Enable/Disable Data Matrix ECI Output.......................................................................................... 124
Character Encoding........................................................................................................................... 124
Maxicode ................................................................................................................................................. 125
Load Factory Default........................................................................................................................ 125
Enable/Disable Maxicode ............................................................................................................... 125
Select Message Length ..................................................................................................................... 126
Chinese Sensible Code............................................................................................................................. 127
Load Factory Default........................................................................................................................ 127
Enable/Disable Chinese Sensible Code............................................................................................ 127
Select Message Length ..................................................................................................................... 128
Chinese Sensible Twin Code ........................................................................................................... 129
Chinese Sensible Code Inverse......................................................................................................... 129
OCR
Introduction.............................................................................................................................................. 130
Prex/Sufx
Introduction.............................................................................................................................................. 131
General Programming.............................................................................................................................. 132
Disable or Enable Prex/Sufx ........................................................................................................ 132
Prex Sequences............................................................................................................................... 133
Disable or Enable User Prex........................................................................................................... 134
Program User Prex ......................................................................................................................... 134
AIM Prex ............................................................................................................................................... 135
Code ID Prex ......................................................................................................................................... 136
Code ID Default................................................................................................................................ 136
Modify Code ID................................................................................................................................ 137
User Sufx ............................................................................................................................................... 140
Disable or Enable User Sufx .......................................................................................................... 140
Program User Sufx ......................................................................................................................... 140
Terminal ................................................................................................................................................... 141
Disable or Enable Terminal .............................................................................................................. 141
Program Terminal ............................................................................................................................. 141
Message Interception & Pack
Introduction.............................................................................................................................................. 142
Message Interception ............................................................................................................................... 143
Programming 1D Intercept Option ................................................................................................... 144
Programming 2D Intercept Option ................................................................................................... 145
Message Pack........................................................................................................................................... 146
Introduction....................................................................................................................................... 146

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Data Packing Formats....................................................................................................................... 146
Batch Programming
Introduction.............................................................................................................................................. 147
Create a Batch Command ........................................................................................................................ 148
Create a Batch Barcode............................................................................................................................ 149
Use Batch Barcode................................................................................................................................... 150
Data Formatter
Introduction.............................................................................................................................................. 151
Add a Data Format................................................................................................................................... 152
Programming with Barcodes ............................................................................................................ 152
Programming with a Batch Command ............................................................................................. 154
Enable Data Format ................................................................................................................................. 155
Change Data Format for a Single Scan.................................................................................................... 156
Enable/Disable Data Formatter................................................................................................................ 157
Non-Match Error Beep ............................................................................................................................ 158
Clear Data Format.................................................................................................................................... 159
Query Data Formats................................................................................................................................. 160
Formatter Command Type 6.................................................................................................................... 161
Send Commands ............................................................................................................................... 161
Move Commands.............................................................................................................................. 164
Search Commands ............................................................................................................................ 165
Miscellaneous Commands................................................................................................................ 167
Appendix
Digit Code................................................................................................................................................ 171
Save and Abort......................................................................................................................................... 173
Factory Default List................................................................................................................................. 174
AIM ID List ............................................................................................................................................. 181
Code ID List............................................................................................................................................. 182
Symbols ID Number ................................................................................................................................ 183
Code Pages List ....................................................................................................................................... 184
Unicode Key Maps .................................................................................................................................. 185
ASCII Table ............................................................................................................................................. 186

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About This Guide
Introduction
This guide provides detailed instructions for integrating and setting up the NLS-FM420 series xed mount
barcode scanner.
Graphic Notations
Tool – Handy item for a task.
Attention – Important subject to be aware of or to avoid.
Tips – Helpful information about a topic or a feature.
Example – Illustration of how to use a feature.

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About This Guide
Newland Auto-ID Support Center
If you have a problem with your equipment, contact the Newland Support Center in your region. Before call-
ing, have the model number, serial number, and several of your barcodes at hand.
Call the support Center from a phone near the scanning equipment so that the service person can try to talk
you through your problem. If the equipment is found to be working properly and the problem is barcode
readability, the Support Center will request samples of your bar codes for analysis at our plant.
If your problem cannot be solved over the phone, you may need to return your equipment for servicing. I f
that is necessary, you will be given specic directions.
Note: Newland Auto-ID Tech. is not responsible for any damages incurred during shipment.
For service information, warranty information or technical assistance contact or call the Support Center listed
below. For the latest service information go to http://www.newlandaidc.com

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Getting to Start
Introduction
FM420 is a xed mount barcode scanner. Newland Auto-ID patented
TM
technology ensure FM420 fast
image capture and accurate decoding. It provides the customer the best value.
This chapter presents an overall picture of how to use FM420 step by step. Please have an FM420 handy.
This chapter is recommended to general users, maintenance personnel, and software programmers.

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Getting to Start
Unpacking
Unpacking
Unpack FM420 and accessories. Check with the packing list. Make sure that there is no damage or missing
part(s). If any damage or missing parts, please keep the original package and contact your supplier for
services.
Outline of FM420
The gure below shows major components of FM420.
FM420 Outline
Indicator
Sensor Light
Illumination/Aiming Light
Lens
Note:
The scan window must be kept clean. Improper maintenance will breach the limited warranty.»
Avoid rough objects not to damage or scratch the window.»
Use brush to remove the stain.»
Use soft cloth (cloth for glasses) to clean.»
Prohibit spraying towards the window.»
Only use clean water as a cleanser.»

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Getting to Start
Unpacking
Data Interface
Pin Function Type Name
1 NC Null
2 NC Null
3 VCC P Power DC5V
4 TXD O Serial Port Output，RS232
5 RXD I Serial Port Input，RS232
6 NC Null
7 NC Null
8 GND P Ground
9 D- IO USB Data Signal
10 D+ IO
PIN 1
PIN 10
Cable Slot

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Getting to Start
Communication Ports
FM420 must connect to a Host to operate. A Host can be PC, POS, or any intelligent terminal with at least
one of the following communication ports: USB, RS232, or PS/2.
USB1、
RS2322、
RS232 port on Host：
Please check the ports rst to order the tting cable.
USB port on Host：

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Getting to Start
Connecting with USB Cable
Insert USB Cable (RJ45 male head) into FM420 cable slot;1、
Insert USB Cable (USB male head) into Host’s (female) USB connector;2、

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Getting to Start
Connecting with RS232 Cable
Insert RS232 cable (RJ45 male head) into FM420 cable slot;1、
Insert RS232 cable (RS232 male head) into Host’s (female) RS232 connector;2、
Connect RS232 cable and the mains with power adapter;3、

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Getting to Start
Decode Zones
36°
0 50 100 150 200 250
55mm PDF417(10mil) 175mm
45mm Data Matrix(10mil）145mm
45mm QR Code(10mil）140mm
35mm Code39(10mil) 170mm
55mm Code39(15mil) 210mm
45mm Data Matrix(15mil）175mm
60mm PDF417(15mil) 205mm
50mm QR Code(15mil）175mm

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Getting to Start
Dimensions of the FM420
Note that the part of the mounting screws (M3 machine screw) into the scanner can not exceed
5mm.
M3 machine screw