Newland NLS-HR1550-30 User manual

NLS-HR15
(NLS-HR1550-30)
Hand-held Barcode Scanner
User Guide

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Revision History
Version
Description
Date
V1.0
Initial release.
December 25, 2011
V1.1
Moved the Enter/Exit Setup barcodes to page header and footer.
August 10, 2012
V1.2
1. Added the Timeout between Decodes (Same Barcode) programming feature for the
Sense and Continuous modes.
2. Added PDF417 and MicroPDF417 sample barcodes in Chapter 6.
March 19, 2013
V1.3
1. Added the Hands-free Scanning and Manual-Sense Mode Switch features in Chapter 2.
2. Added the Manual-Sense Mode Switch and Wait Time parameters in the Factory
Defaults Table.
August 20, 2013
V1.4
1. Added the German keyboard, Emulate Alt+Keypad, Function Key Mapping,
Emulate Numeric Keypad and HID-POS features in Chapter4.
2. Added ASCII Table and ASCII Function Key Mapping Table in Appendix.
October 28, 2013
V1.5
Added the Transmit UPC-E/UPC-A Preamble Character features in Chapter 6.
December 24, 2013
V1.6
Added the IBM-SurePOS feature in Chapter 4.
June 26, 2014
V1.7
Added the Convert Code 39 to Code 32 (Italian Pharma Code) and Code 32 Prefix
features in Chapter 6.
November 28, 2014
V1.8
1. Added a new chapter –Chapter 7 Data Formatter.
2. Added the Febraban and EAN-13 Prefix Add-On Code Modes features in Chapter 6.
3. The PIDs of USB HID-KBW and USB COM Port are changed to 0x0C03 and 0x0C06
respectively in Chapter 4.
Note: You must have firmware version V2.13.018 or later to use the new features above.
December 30, 2015
V1.9
1. Added the Code 32 (Italian Pharma Code), Code 32 Prefix, Transmit Code 32
Check Digit and Transmit Code 32 Start/Stop Character features in Chapter 6.
2. Modified Chapter 7.
Note: You must have firmware version V2.18.022 or later to use the new features above.
December 2, 2016
V2.0
Added the Video Reverse feature in Chapter 6.
Note: You must have firmware version V2.18.024 or later to use the new features above.
August 18, 2017

Table of Contents
Revision History.................................................................................................................................................................... - 3 -
Preface ........................................................................................................................................................................................1
Introduction ...........................................................................................................................................................................1
Chapter Description ..............................................................................................................................................................1
Document Set .......................................................................................................................................................................2
Chapter 1 Getting Started..........................................................................................................................................................3
Introduction ...........................................................................................................................................................................3
Unpacking.............................................................................................................................................................................3
Scanner.................................................................................................................................................................................3
Data Port...............................................................................................................................................................................4
Connect HR15 to a Host.......................................................................................................................................................6
Use USB Cable..............................................................................................................................................................7
Use RS-232 Cable.........................................................................................................................................................7
Use PS/2 Cable .............................................................................................................................................................8
Remove Communication Cable.............................................................................................................................................9
Power on, Power off, Sleep, Reboot.....................................................................................................................................9
Maintenance........................................................................................................................................................................10
Depth of Field......................................................................................................................................................................11
Specifications......................................................................................................................................................................12
Dimensions .........................................................................................................................................................................13
Side View.....................................................................................................................................................................13
Front View....................................................................................................................................................................13
Top View ......................................................................................................................................................................14
Scanning Instructions..........................................................................................................................................................14
Chapter 2 General Settings .....................................................................................................................................................16
Introduction .........................................................................................................................................................................16
Barcode Programming.................................................................................................................................................16
Command Programming..............................................................................................................................................16
Programming Barcode/ Programming Command/Function.................................................................................................17
Use of Programming Barcodes...........................................................................................................................................17
Use of Command................................................................................................................................................................18
Programming Mode .....................................................................................................................................................18
Command Format........................................................................................................................................................18
Configuration Process Flow.........................................................................................................................................20

Default Settings...................................................................................................................................................................21
Restore Factory Default Settings .................................................................................................................................21
Operating Mode Options.....................................................................................................................................................22
Scan Mode..........................................................................................................................................................................23
Manual Mode...............................................................................................................................................................23
Auto Mode....................................................................................................................................................................24
Blink Mode...................................................................................................................................................................26
Sense Mode.................................................................................................................................................................27
Continuous Mode.........................................................................................................................................................30
Delayed Sense Mode...................................................................................................................................................32
Command Trigger Mode ..............................................................................................................................................33
Hands-free Scanning (Hardware Version: V1.3 or higher)...........................................................................................34
Manual-Sense Mode Switch (Hardware Version: V1.3 or higher)................................................................................34
Security Setup.....................................................................................................................................................................35
Good Read Beep ................................................................................................................................................................36
Decode Area and Output Interval........................................................................................................................................38
Other Settings.....................................................................................................................................................................39
Temporary Mute...........................................................................................................................................................39
Chapter 3 Inquiry Command ...................................................................................................................................................40
Introduction .........................................................................................................................................................................40
Chapter 4 Communication Settings........................................................................................................................................41
RS-232 Interface.................................................................................................................................................................41
Baud Rate....................................................................................................................................................................41
Parity Check.................................................................................................................................................................43
Stop Bit ........................................................................................................................................................................43
Flow Control.................................................................................................................................................................44
Data Bit........................................................................................................................................................................45
USB Interface......................................................................................................................................................................46
USB HID-KBW.............................................................................................................................................................46
Keyboard Layout...................................................................................................................................................47
Inter-Character Delay............................................................................................................................................48
Convert Case........................................................................................................................................................48
Emulate ALT+Keypad ...........................................................................................................................................49
Function Key Mapping..........................................................................................................................................50
Emulate Numeric Keypad.....................................................................................................................................51
USB COM Port Emulation............................................................................................................................................52
HID-POS......................................................................................................................................................................53

Introduction...........................................................................................................................................................53
Acquire Scanned Data..........................................................................................................................................53
VID/PID.................................................................................................................................................................54
IBM SurePOS (Table-Top)............................................................................................................................................55
IBM SurePOS (Hand-Held)..........................................................................................................................................55
Chapter 5 Prefix & Suffix .........................................................................................................................................................56
Introduction .........................................................................................................................................................................56
Prefix Sequence..................................................................................................................................................................56
Custom Prefix......................................................................................................................................................................57
Enable/Disable Custom Prefix .....................................................................................................................................57
Set Custom Prefix........................................................................................................................................................57
AIM ID Prefix.......................................................................................................................................................................58
Code ID Prefix.....................................................................................................................................................................58
Custom Suffix......................................................................................................................................................................59
Enable/Disable Custom Suffix......................................................................................................................................59
Set Custom Suffix ........................................................................................................................................................59
Terminating Character Suffix...............................................................................................................................................60
Enable/Disable Terminating Character Suffix...............................................................................................................60
Set Terminating Character Suffix..................................................................................................................................61
Chapter 6 Symbologies ...........................................................................................................................................................62
Introduction .........................................................................................................................................................................62
Global Settings....................................................................................................................................................................62
Video Reverse .............................................................................................................................................................62
Code 128 ............................................................................................................................................................................63
Restore Default Settings..............................................................................................................................................63
Enable/Disable Code 128 ............................................................................................................................................63
Set Code ID .................................................................................................................................................................64
Set Length Range for Code 128 ..................................................................................................................................65
UCC/EAN-128.....................................................................................................................................................................66
Restore Default Settings..............................................................................................................................................66
Enable/Disable UCC/EAN-128.....................................................................................................................................66
Set Code ID .................................................................................................................................................................67
Set Length Range for UCC/EAN-128...........................................................................................................................68
AIM 128...............................................................................................................................................................................69
Restore Default Settings..............................................................................................................................................69
Enable/Disable AIM 128...............................................................................................................................................69
Set Code ID .................................................................................................................................................................70

Set Length Range for AIM 128.....................................................................................................................................71
EAN-8 .................................................................................................................................................................................72
Restore Default Settings..............................................................................................................................................72
Enable/Disable EAN-8 .................................................................................................................................................72
Set Code ID .................................................................................................................................................................73
2-Digit Add-On Code....................................................................................................................................................74
5-Digit Add-On Code....................................................................................................................................................75
EAN-8 Extension..........................................................................................................................................................76
Transmit Check Digit....................................................................................................................................................76
EAN-13 ...............................................................................................................................................................................77
Restore Default Settings..............................................................................................................................................77
Enable/Disable EAN-13 ...............................................................................................................................................77
Transmit Check Digit....................................................................................................................................................78
Set Code ID .................................................................................................................................................................78
2-Digit Add-On Code....................................................................................................................................................79
5-Digit Add-On Code....................................................................................................................................................80
EAN-13 Beginning with 290 Add-On Code Required...................................................................................................81
EAN-13 Beginning with 378/379 Add-On Code Required............................................................................................81
EAN-13 Beginning with 414/419 Add-On Code Required............................................................................................82
EAN-13 Beginning with 434/439 Add-On Code Required............................................................................................82
EAN-13 Beginning with 977 Add-On Code Required...................................................................................................83
EAN-13 Beginning with 978 Add-On Code Required...................................................................................................83
EAN-13 Beginning with 979 Add-On Code Required...................................................................................................84
ISSN....................................................................................................................................................................................85
Restore Default Settings..............................................................................................................................................85
Enable/Disable ISSN ...................................................................................................................................................85
Set Code ID .................................................................................................................................................................86
ISBN....................................................................................................................................................................................87
Restore Default Settings..............................................................................................................................................87
Enable/Disable ISBN ...................................................................................................................................................87
Set ISBN Format..........................................................................................................................................................88
Set Code ID .................................................................................................................................................................88
UPC-E.................................................................................................................................................................................89
Restore Default Settings..............................................................................................................................................89
Enable/Disable UPC-E.................................................................................................................................................89
Transmit Check Digit....................................................................................................................................................90
Set Code ID .................................................................................................................................................................90
2-Digit Add-On Code....................................................................................................................................................91

5-Digit Add-On Code....................................................................................................................................................92
Transmit Preamble Character......................................................................................................................................93
UPC-E Extension.........................................................................................................................................................93
UPC-A.................................................................................................................................................................................94
Restore Default Settings..............................................................................................................................................94
Enable/Disable UPC-A.................................................................................................................................................94
Set Code ID .................................................................................................................................................................95
Transmit Check Digit....................................................................................................................................................96
Transmit Preamble Character......................................................................................................................................96
2-Digit Add-On Code....................................................................................................................................................97
5-Digit Add-On Code....................................................................................................................................................98
Interleaved 2 of 5 ................................................................................................................................................................99
Restore Default Settings..............................................................................................................................................99
Enable/Disable Interleaved 2 of 5................................................................................................................................99
Set Code ID ...............................................................................................................................................................100
Check Digit Verification..............................................................................................................................................101
Set Length Range for Interleaved 2 of 5 ....................................................................................................................102
Disable/Enable Febraban...........................................................................................................................................103
ITF-6 .................................................................................................................................................................................104
Set Code ID ...............................................................................................................................................................105
ITF-14 ...............................................................................................................................................................................106
Set Code ID ...............................................................................................................................................................107
Deutsche 14......................................................................................................................................................................108
Restore Default Settings............................................................................................................................................108
Enable/Disable Deutsche 14......................................................................................................................................108
Set Code ID ...............................................................................................................................................................109
Deutsche 12......................................................................................................................................................................110
Restore Default Settings............................................................................................................................................110
Enable/Disable Deutsche 12......................................................................................................................................110
Set Code ID ............................................................................................................................................................... 111
COOP 25 (Japanese Matrix 2 of 5)...................................................................................................................................112
Restore Default Settings............................................................................................................................................112
Enable/Disable COOP 25 ..........................................................................................................................................112
Set Code ID ...............................................................................................................................................................113
Check Digit Verification..............................................................................................................................................114
Set Length Range for COOP 25 ................................................................................................................................115
Matrix 2 of 5 (European Matrix 2 of 5)...............................................................................................................................116
Restore Default Settings............................................................................................................................................116

Enable/Disable Matrix 2 of 5......................................................................................................................................116
Set Code ID ...............................................................................................................................................................117
Check Digit Verification..............................................................................................................................................118
Set Length Range for Matrix 2 of 5............................................................................................................................119
Industrial 25.......................................................................................................................................................................120
Restore Default Settings............................................................................................................................................120
Enable/Disable Industrial 25 ......................................................................................................................................120
Set Code ID ...............................................................................................................................................................121
Check Digit Verification..............................................................................................................................................122
Set Length Range for Industrial 25 ............................................................................................................................123
Standard 25.......................................................................................................................................................................124
Restore Default Settings............................................................................................................................................124
Enable/Disable Standard 25 ......................................................................................................................................124
Set Code ID ...............................................................................................................................................................125
Check Digit Verification..............................................................................................................................................126
Set Length Range for Standard 25 ............................................................................................................................127
Code 39 ............................................................................................................................................................................128
Restore Default Settings............................................................................................................................................128
Enable/Disable Code 39 ............................................................................................................................................128
Set Code ID ...............................................................................................................................................................129
Check Digit Verification..............................................................................................................................................130
Transmit Start/Stop Character....................................................................................................................................131
Enable/Disable Code 39 Full ASCII ...........................................................................................................................131
Set Length Range for Code 39 ..................................................................................................................................132
Enable/Disable Code 32 ............................................................................................................................................133
Code 32 Prefix...........................................................................................................................................................133
Transmit Code 32 Check Digit ...................................................................................................................................134
Transmit Code 32 Start/Stop Character.....................................................................................................................134
Codabar ............................................................................................................................................................................135
Restore Default Settings............................................................................................................................................135
Enable/Disable Codabar............................................................................................................................................135
Set Code ID ...............................................................................................................................................................136
Check Digit Verification..............................................................................................................................................137
Start/Stop Character ..................................................................................................................................................138
Set Length Range for Codabar..................................................................................................................................139
Code 93 ............................................................................................................................................................................140
Restore Default Settings............................................................................................................................................140
Enable/Disable Code 93 ............................................................................................................................................140

Set Code ID ...............................................................................................................................................................141
Check Digit Verification..............................................................................................................................................142
Set Length Range for Code 93 ..................................................................................................................................143
Code 11.............................................................................................................................................................................144
Restore Default Settings............................................................................................................................................144
Enable/Disable Code 11.............................................................................................................................................144
Set Code ID ...............................................................................................................................................................145
Check Digit Verification..............................................................................................................................................146
Set Length Range for Code 11...................................................................................................................................147
Plessey .............................................................................................................................................................................148
Restore Default Settings............................................................................................................................................148
Enable/Disable Plessey .............................................................................................................................................148
Set Code ID ...............................................................................................................................................................149
Check Digit Verification..............................................................................................................................................150
Set Length Range for Plessey ...................................................................................................................................151
MSI-Plessey......................................................................................................................................................................152
Restore Default Settings............................................................................................................................................152
Enable/Disable MSI-Plessey......................................................................................................................................152
Set Code ID ...............................................................................................................................................................153
Check Digit Verification..............................................................................................................................................154
Set Length Range for MSI-Plessey............................................................................................................................155
GS1 Databar.....................................................................................................................................................................156
Restore Default Settings............................................................................................................................................156
Enable/Disable GS1 Databar.....................................................................................................................................156
Set Code ID ...............................................................................................................................................................157
PDF417.............................................................................................................................................................................158
Restore Default Settings............................................................................................................................................158
Enable/Disable PDF417.............................................................................................................................................158
Set Code ID ...............................................................................................................................................................159
Set Length Range for PDF417...................................................................................................................................160
Sample Barcodes.......................................................................................................................................................161
MicroPDF417....................................................................................................................................................................162
Restore Default Settings............................................................................................................................................162
Enable/Disable MicroPDF417....................................................................................................................................162
Set Code ID ...............................................................................................................................................................163
Set Length Range for MicroPDF417..........................................................................................................................164
Sample Barcodes.......................................................................................................................................................165

Chapter 7 Data Formatter ......................................................................................................................................................167
Introduction .......................................................................................................................................................................167
Add a Data Format............................................................................................................................................................167
Programming with Barcodes......................................................................................................................................167
Programming with Serial Commands.........................................................................................................................169
Enable Data Format..........................................................................................................................................................170
Change Data Format for a Single Scan ............................................................................................................................170
Enable/Disable Data Formatter.........................................................................................................................................171
Non-Match Error Beep ......................................................................................................................................................172
Clear Data Format.............................................................................................................................................................173
Query Data Formats..........................................................................................................................................................173
Formatter Command Type 6 .............................................................................................................................................174
Send Commands .......................................................................................................................................................174
Move Commands.......................................................................................................................................................177
Search Commands ....................................................................................................................................................179
Miscellaneous Commands.........................................................................................................................................182
Appendix.................................................................................................................................................................................184
Factory Defaults Table.......................................................................................................................................................184
AIM ID Table......................................................................................................................................................................192
Code ID Table ...................................................................................................................................................................193
ASCII Table.......................................................................................................................................................................194
ASCII Function Key Mapping Table...................................................................................................................................198
Symbology ID Number......................................................................................................................................................200
Digit Barcodes...................................................................................................................................................................201
Save/Cancel Barcodes......................................................................................................................................................203

1
Preface
Introduction
This manual provides detailed instructions for setting up and using the NLS-HR1550-30 hand-held barcode scanner
(hereinafter referred to as “HR15 corded scanner” or “the scanner”).
Chapter Description
Chapter 1, Getting Started : This chapter gives a general description of HR15 corded scanner
including its technical parameters.
Chapter 2, General Settings : This chapter introduces two methods to configure the HR15 corded
scanner: barcode programming and command programming.
Chapter 3, Inquiry Command : This chapter describes how to obtain the information of HR15 corded
scanner by scanning programming barcodes.
Chapter 4, Communication Settings : This chapter describes how to configure serial port parameters and USB
function.
Chapter 5, Prefix & Suffix : This chapter describes how to use prefix and suffix to customize scanned
data.
Chapter 6, Symbologies : This chapter lists all compatible symbologies and describes how to
configure the relevant parameters.
Chapter 7, Data Formatter : This chapter explains how to customize scanned data with the data
formatter.
Appendix : This chapter offers factory defaults table and a bunch of frequently used
programming barcodes.

2
Document Set
The documentation set for the HR15 corded scanner provides information for specific user needs and includes:
NLS-HR1550-30 Quick Start Guide
Describes how to get the HR15 corded scanner up and running,
and introduces some basic operations.
NLS-HR1550-30 User Guide
Describes how to use and set the HR15 corded scanner.
1D Barcode Scanner Firmware Update Utility
User Guide
Describes how to update the firmware in 1D barcode scanners
with this tool developed by Newland.

3
Chapter 1 Getting Started
Introduction
HR15 corded scanner is a 1D barcode scanner with excellent performance. Besides all common 1D symbologies, it can
also read 2D stacked symbologies such as PDF417 and MicroPDF417. Based on the technology independently
developed by Newland, HR15 corded scanner is able to deliver rapid image acquisition and accurate decoding; it can
provide customers with best services. HR15 corded scanner boasts the ergonomical design that ensures easy and
comfortable operation.
An illustrated introduction to the HR15 corded scanner is included in this chapter. If you have an HR15 device at hand,
make good use of it to develop a better understanding of this manual. This chapter is written for normal users, maintenance
staff and software developers.
Unpacking
Open the package and take out HR15 corded 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.
Scanner
Fig. 1-1
Decode LED Indications:
Red : The device is powered on
Green: Barcode is decoded successfully

4
Data Port
Fig. 1-2
Data Port

5
Data port pinout 1 (factory default):
PIN
Definition
Type
Description
1
N C
-
Not connected
2
N C
-
Not connected
3
V CC
P
Power+ (+5V)
4
T XD
O
RS-232 Output
5
R XD
I
RS-232 Input
6
CT S
I
Flow control signal
7
RT S
O
8
GND
P
Ground
9
D-
I/O
USB signal
10
D +
I/O
Data port pinout 2:
PIN
Definition
Type
Description
1
CL K1
I/O
Keyboard clock signal
2
DATA1
I/O
Keyboard data signal
3
V CC
P
Power+ (+5V)
4
T XD
O
RS-232 Output
5
R XD
I
RS-232 Input
6
CL K2
I/O
PC clock signal
7
DATA2
I/O
PC data signal
8
GND
P
Ground
9
D-
I/O
USB signal
10
D +
I/O

6
Connect HR15 to a Host
HR15 corded scanner must be connected to a host device in actual application, such as PC, POS or any intelligent terminal
with USB or RS-232 or PS/2 port, using a communication cable (USB or RS-232 or PS/2 cable).
USB
USB port on the host
RS-232
RS-232 port on the host
PS/2
PS/2 port on the host
Note: Please check the port on the host and purchase the right cable.

7
Use USB Cable
Fig. 1-3
Connect HR15 corded scanner to a Host through a USB cable with RJ45 and USB connectors:
1. Plug the RJ45 connector into the data port (see Fig.1-1) on the scanner.
2. Plug the USB connector into the USB port on the Host.
Use RS-232 Cable
Fig. 1-4
Connect HR15 corded scanner to a Host through an RS-232 cable with RJ45/RS-232 connectors and a power jack:
1. Plug the RJ45 connector into the data port (see Fig.1-1) on the scanner.
2. Plug the RS-232 connector into the RS-232 port on the Host.
3. Plug the power adapter into the power jack.

8
Use PS/2 Cable
Fig. 1-5
Connect HR15 corded scanner to a Host through a PS/2 cable equipped with PS/2 and RJ45 connectors, PS/2 female
socket and power jack (Only applicable to HR1550-33):
1. Plug the RJ45 connector into the data port (see Fig.1-1) on the scanner.
2. Plug the PS/2 connector into the PS/2 port on the Host.
3. When required, plug the power adapter into the power jack on the PS/2 cable.
4. When required, plug the keyboard into the PS/2 female socket on the cable.