Newland NLS-HR32 Series User manual

NLS-HR32 Series
Corded 2D Barcode Scanner
User Guide

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http://www.nlscan.com

Revision History
Version
Description
Date
V1.0.0
Initial release.
December 14, 2012
V1.0.1
Updates: 1. Corrected the Do Not Beep on Unknow Character and Beep on
Unknow Character barcodes in the “Beep on Unknown Character”
section in Chapter 5.
2. Removed four prefix sequence options in the “Prefix Sequences”section
in Chapter 7: Code ID + AIM ID+ Custom,AIM ID + Custom + Code ID,
AIM ID + Code ID + Custom, Custom + AIM ID + Code ID.
January 14,2013

Table Of Contents
Preface ..........................................................................................................................................................................................1
Introduction ......................................................................................................................................................................1
Chapter Description .........................................................................................................................................................1
Explanation of Icons.........................................................................................................................................................2
Chapter 1 Getting Started............................................................................................................................................................3
Introduction ......................................................................................................................................................................3
Features of the HR32.......................................................................................................................................................3
Unpacking........................................................................................................................................................................3
HR32 Corded Scanner.....................................................................................................................................................4
Connect HR32 to a Host..................................................................................................................................................5
Use USB Cable......................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Use RS-232 Cable.................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Remove Communication Cable.............................................................................................................................................. 7
Power on, Sleep, Power off, Reboot................................................................................................................................7
Maintenance.....................................................................................................................................................................8
Depth of Field...................................................................................................................................................................8
Specifications...................................................................................................................................................................9
Dimensions ....................................................................................................................................................................10
Side View................................................................................................................................................................................. 10
Front View................................................................................................................................................................................ 10
Top View....................................................................................................................................................................................11
Scanning Instructions.....................................................................................................................................................12
Chapter 2 QuickSet ....................................................................................................................................................................13
Chapter 3 System Settings........................................................................................................................................................14
Introduction ....................................................................................................................................................................14
Barcode Programming........................................................................................................................................................... 14
Command Programming ....................................................................................................................................................... 14
QuickSet Programming.......................................................................................................................................................... 14
Programming Barcode/ Command/Function..................................................................................................................15
Use of Programming Barcodes......................................................................................................................................15

Image Capture Illumination ............................................................................................................................................16
Aiming Beam..................................................................................................................................................................17
Beep...............................................................................................................................................................................17
Decode Beeps......................................................................................................................................................................... 17
Beep Type (for Good Decode).............................................................................................................................................. 18
Beep Duration (Type 1).......................................................................................................................................................... 18
Beep Frequency (Type 1)...................................................................................................................................................... 19
Beep Volume (for Good Decode)......................................................................................................................................... 20
Startup Beep ........................................................................................................................................................................... 20
Beep Definitions...................................................................................................................................................................... 21
Scan Mode.....................................................................................................................................................................21
Decode Session Timeout & Timeout Between Decodes (Same Barcode) .....................................................................22
Cell Phone Read Mode..................................................................................................................................................24
Decode Area ..................................................................................................................................................................24
Whole Area Decoding............................................................................................................................................................ 24
Central Area Decoding........................................................................................................................................................... 24
Specify Central Area .............................................................................................................................................................. 25
Default Settings..............................................................................................................................................................26
Factory Defaults...................................................................................................................................................................... 26
Custom Defaults..................................................................................................................................................................... 26
Product Information........................................................................................................................................................27
Chapter 4 RS-232 Interface........................................................................................................................................................29
Introduction ....................................................................................................................................................................29
RS-232 Parameters .......................................................................................................................................................29
Baud Rate................................................................................................................................................................................ 30
Parity Check............................................................................................................................................................................ 31
Data Bit .................................................................................................................................................................................... 32
Stop Bit..................................................................................................................................................................................... 32
Hardware Auto Flow Control................................................................................................................................................. 33
Chapter 5 USB Interface ............................................................................................................................................................34
Introduction ....................................................................................................................................................................34
USB HID-KBW ...............................................................................................................................................................35
USB Country Keyboard Types.............................................................................................................................................. 36
Country Code Table................................................................................................................................................................ 37

Beep on Unknow Character.................................................................................................................................................. 38
Emulate ALT+Keypad ............................................................................................................................................................ 39
Function Key Mapping........................................................................................................................................................... 40
ASCII Function Key Mapping Table ..................................................................................................................................... 41
ASCII Function Key Mapping Table (Continued)................................................................................................................ 42
Inter-Keystroke Delay............................................................................................................................................................. 43
Caps Lock................................................................................................................................................................................ 44
Convert Case.......................................................................................................................................................................... 45
Emulate Numeric Keypad...................................................................................................................................................... 46
USB DataPipe................................................................................................................................................................47
USB COM Port Emulation..............................................................................................................................................48
HID-POS........................................................................................................................................................................48
Introduction.............................................................................................................................................................................. 48
Access the Scanner with Your Program.............................................................................................................................. 49
Acquire Scanned Data........................................................................................................................................................... 49
VID/PID.................................................................................................................................................................................... 49
Chapter 6 Symbologies..............................................................................................................................................................50
Introduction ....................................................................................................................................................................50
General Settings ............................................................................................................................................................50
Disable All Symbologies ........................................................................................................................................................ 50
Enable All Symbologies......................................................................................................................................................... 50
Enable 1D Symbologies........................................................................................................................................................ 51
Disable 1D Symbologies ....................................................................................................................................................... 51
Enable 2D Symbologies........................................................................................................................................................ 51
Disable 2D Symbologies ....................................................................................................................................................... 51
Code 128........................................................................................................................................................................52
Restore Factory Defaults....................................................................................................................................................... 52
Enable/Disable Code 128...................................................................................................................................................... 52
Set Length Range for Code 128........................................................................................................................................... 53
EAN-8 ............................................................................................................................................................................54
Restore Factory Defaults....................................................................................................................................................... 54
Enable/Disable EAN-8........................................................................................................................................................... 54
Transmit Check Digit.............................................................................................................................................................. 55
2-Digit Add-On Code.............................................................................................................................................................. 55
5-Digit Add-On Code.............................................................................................................................................................. 56
EAN-8 Extension .................................................................................................................................................................... 56

EAN-13 ..........................................................................................................................................................................57
Restore Factory Defaults....................................................................................................................................................... 57
Enable/Disable EAN-13......................................................................................................................................................... 57
Transmit Check Digit.............................................................................................................................................................. 58
2-Digit Add-On Code.............................................................................................................................................................. 58
5-Digit Add-On Code.............................................................................................................................................................. 59
UPC-E............................................................................................................................................................................60
Restore Factory Defaults....................................................................................................................................................... 60
Enable/Disable UPC-E........................................................................................................................................................... 60
Transmit Check Digit.............................................................................................................................................................. 61
2-Digit Add-On Code.............................................................................................................................................................. 61
5-Digit Add-On Code.............................................................................................................................................................. 62
Transmit System Character “0”............................................................................................................................................. 63
UPC-E Extension.................................................................................................................................................................... 63
UPC-A............................................................................................................................................................................64
Restore Factory Defaults....................................................................................................................................................... 64
Enable/Disable UPC-A........................................................................................................................................................... 64
Transmit Check Digit.............................................................................................................................................................. 65
2-Digit Add-On Code.............................................................................................................................................................. 65
5-Digit Add-On Code.............................................................................................................................................................. 66
Transmit Preamble Character “0”......................................................................................................................................... 67
Interleaved 2 of 5 ...........................................................................................................................................................68
Restore Factory Defaults....................................................................................................................................................... 68
Enable/Disable Interleaved 2 of 5........................................................................................................................................ 68
Set Length Range for Interleaved 2 of 5............................................................................................................................. 69
Parity Check............................................................................................................................................................................ 70
Set Discrete Lengths for Interleaved 2 of 5......................................................................................................................... 71
ITF-14 ............................................................................................................................................................................73
ITF-6 ..............................................................................................................................................................................74
Matrix 2 of 5 ...................................................................................................................................................................75
Restore Factory Defaults....................................................................................................................................................... 75
Enable/Disable Matrix 2 of 5................................................................................................................................................. 75
Set Length Range for Matrix 2 of 5...................................................................................................................................... 76
Parity Check............................................................................................................................................................................ 77
Code 39 .........................................................................................................................................................................78
Restore Factory Defaults....................................................................................................................................................... 78

Enable/Disable Code 39........................................................................................................................................................ 78
Transmit Start/Stop Character.............................................................................................................................................. 79
Set Length Range for Code 39............................................................................................................................................. 80
Parity Check............................................................................................................................................................................ 81
Enable/Disable Code 39 Full ASCII ..................................................................................................................................... 82
Codabar .........................................................................................................................................................................83
Restore Factory Defaults....................................................................................................................................................... 83
Enable/Disable Codabar........................................................................................................................................................ 83
Set Length Range for Codabar............................................................................................................................................. 84
Parity Check............................................................................................................................................................................ 85
Start/Stop Character .............................................................................................................................................................. 86
Code 93 .........................................................................................................................................................................87
Restore Factory Defaults....................................................................................................................................................... 87
Enable/Disable Code 93........................................................................................................................................................ 87
Set Length Range for Code 93............................................................................................................................................. 88
Parity Check............................................................................................................................................................................ 89
UCC/EAN-128................................................................................................................................................................90
Restore Factory Defaults....................................................................................................................................................... 90
Enable/Disable UCC/EAN-128............................................................................................................................................. 90
GS1 Databar..................................................................................................................................................................91
Restore Factory Defaults....................................................................................................................................................... 91
Enable/Disable GS1 Databar................................................................................................................................................ 91
Transmit Application Identifier “01”....................................................................................................................................... 92
EAN·UCC Composite.....................................................................................................................................................93
Restore Factory Defaults....................................................................................................................................................... 93
Enable/Disable EAN·UCC Composite................................................................................................................................. 93
Code 11..........................................................................................................................................................................94
Restore Factory Defaults....................................................................................................................................................... 94
Enable/Disable Code 11........................................................................................................................................................ 94
Set Length Range for Code 11............................................................................................................................................. 95
Parity Check............................................................................................................................................................................ 96
ISBN...............................................................................................................................................................................98
Restore Factory Defaults....................................................................................................................................................... 98
Enable/Disable ISBN.............................................................................................................................................................. 98
Set ISBN Format..................................................................................................................................................................... 99
Industrial 25..................................................................................................................................................................100

Restore Factory Defaults..................................................................................................................................................... 100
Enable/Disable Industrial 25 ............................................................................................................................................... 100
Set Length Range for Industrial 25 .................................................................................................................................... 101
Parity Check.......................................................................................................................................................................... 102
Standard 25..................................................................................................................................................................103
Restore Factory Defaults..................................................................................................................................................... 103
Enable/Disable Standard 25 ............................................................................................................................................... 103
Set Length Range for Standard 25.................................................................................................................................... 104
Parity Check.......................................................................................................................................................................... 105
Plessey ........................................................................................................................................................................106
Restore Factory Defaults..................................................................................................................................................... 106
Enable/Disable Plessey....................................................................................................................................................... 106
Set Length Range for Plessey............................................................................................................................................ 107
Parity Check.......................................................................................................................................................................... 108
MSI-Plessey.................................................................................................................................................................109
Restore Factory Defaults..................................................................................................................................................... 109
Enable/Disable MSI-Plessey............................................................................................................................................... 109
Set Length Range for MSI-Plessey.....................................................................................................................................110
Parity Check...........................................................................................................................................................................111
PDF417........................................................................................................................................................................112
Restore Factory Defaults......................................................................................................................................................112
Enable/Disable PDF417 .......................................................................................................................................................112
Set Length Range for PDF417 ............................................................................................................................................113
PDF417 Twin Code ...............................................................................................................................................................114
Forward/Backwrd Direction PDF 417 .................................................................................................................................115
QR Code......................................................................................................................................................................116
Restore Factory Defaults......................................................................................................................................................116
Enable/Disable QR Code .....................................................................................................................................................116
Set Length Range for QR Code ..........................................................................................................................................117
QR Twin Code........................................................................................................................................................................118
Aztec............................................................................................................................................................................ 119
Restore Factory Defaults......................................................................................................................................................119
Enable/Disable Aztec Code..................................................................................................................................................119
Set Length Range for Aztec Code...................................................................................................................................... 120
Read Multi-barcodes of an Image...................................................................................................................................... 121
Set the Number of Barcodes............................................................................................................................................... 122

Data Matrix...................................................................................................................................................................123
Restore Factory Defaults..................................................................................................................................................... 123
Enable/Disable Data Matrix................................................................................................................................................. 123
Set Length Range for Data Matrix...................................................................................................................................... 124
Data Matrix Twin Code......................................................................................................................................................... 125
Rectangular Barcode ........................................................................................................................................................... 126
Forward/Backwrd Direction Data Matrix............................................................................................................................ 126
Maxicode......................................................................................................................................................................127
Restore Factory Defaults..................................................................................................................................................... 127
Enable/Disable Maxicode.................................................................................................................................................... 127
Set Length Range for Maxicode......................................................................................................................................... 128
Chinese Sensible Code................................................................................................................................................129
Restore Factory Defaults..................................................................................................................................................... 129
Enable/Disable Chinese Sensible Code............................................................................................................................ 129
Set Length Range for Chinese Sensible Code................................................................................................................. 130
Chinese Sensible Twin Code.............................................................................................................................................. 131
Forward/Backwrd Direction Chinese Sensible Code....................................................................................................... 132
Chapter 7 Prefix & Suffix .........................................................................................................................................................133
Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................................133
General Settings ..........................................................................................................................................................134
Enable/Disable All Prefix/Suffix........................................................................................................................................... 134
Prefix Sequences.........................................................................................................................................................134
Custom Prefix...............................................................................................................................................................135
Enable/Disable Custom Prefix............................................................................................................................................ 135
Set Custom Prefix................................................................................................................................................................. 135
AIM ID Prefix................................................................................................................................................................136
Code ID Prefix..............................................................................................................................................................136
Restore All Default Code IDs.............................................................................................................................................. 137
Modify Code ID..................................................................................................................................................................... 137
Custom Suffix...............................................................................................................................................................142
Enable/Disable Custom Suffix............................................................................................................................................ 142
Set Custom Suffix................................................................................................................................................................. 142
Terminating Character Suffix........................................................................................................................................143
Enable/Disable Terminating Character Suffix................................................................................................................... 143
Set Terminating Character Suffix........................................................................................................................................ 144

Chapter 8 Data Extraction & Packing .....................................................................................................................................145
Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................................145
Data Extraction.............................................................................................................................................................145
Program 1D Extraction Option............................................................................................................................................ 147
Program 2D Extraction Option............................................................................................................................................ 149
Data Packaging............................................................................................................................................................150
Introduction............................................................................................................................................................................ 150
Normal Pack.......................................................................................................................................................................... 151
Chapter 9 Batch Programming................................................................................................................................................152
Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................................152
Create a Batch Command............................................................................................................................................153
Create a Batch Barcode...............................................................................................................................................154
Use Batch Barcode......................................................................................................................................................155
Appendix...................................................................................................................................................................................156
Digit Barcodes..............................................................................................................................................................156
Save/Cancel Barcodes.................................................................................................................................................158
Factory Defaults Table..................................................................................................................................................159
AIM ID Table.................................................................................................................................................................165
Code ID Table ..............................................................................................................................................................166
Symbology ID Number.................................................................................................................................................167
ASCII Table..................................................................................................................................................................168

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Preface
Introduction
This manual provides detailed instructions for setting up and using the NLS-HR32 series corded 2D barcode scanner
NLS-HR3250-XX (hereinafter referred to as “HR32 corded scanner”).
Chapter Description
1. Chapter 1, Getting Started :Gives a general description of HR32 corded scanner including its technical
parameters.
2. Chapter 2, QuickSet :Introduces a useful tool you can use to set up HR32 corded scanner and
develop new applications.
3. Chapter 3, System Settings : Introduces three configuration methods and describes how to configure
general parameters of HR32 corded scanner.
4. Chapter 4, RS-232 Interface : Describes how to configure RS-232 communication parameters.
5. Chapter 5, USB Interface : Describes how to configure USB communication parameters.
6. Chapter 6, Symbologies :Lists all compatible symbologies and and describes how to configure the
relevant parameters..
7. Chapter 7, Prefix & Suffix : Describes how to use prefix and suffix to customize scanned data.
8. Chapter 8, Data Extraction & Packing : Describes how to extract a particular portion of scanned data and to enable
data packing feature.
9. Chapter 9, Batch Programming : Explains how to integrate a complex programming task into a single
barcode.
10. Appendix :Provides factory defaults table and a bunch of frequently used programming
barcodes.

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Explanation of Icons
This icon indicates something relevant to this manual.
This icon indicates this information requires extra attention from the reader.
This icon indicates handy tips that can help you use or configure the scanner with ease.
This icon indicates practical examples that can help you to acquaint yourself with operations.

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Chapter 1 Getting Started
Introduction
The HR32 corded scanner reads a 1D or 2D barcode by capturing its image. Adopting the advanced technology
independently developed by Newland Auto-ID Tech, it provides users with three scan modes, including Manual Mode,
Auto Mode and Continuous Mode, tailored to different scanning needs.
An illustrated introduction to the HR32 corded scanner is included in this chapter. If you have a HR32 corded scanner 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.
Features of the HR32
Comprehensive data capture: most 1D and 2D barcodes including Chinese Sensible Code.
Fast and accurate decoding capability: integrates high-performance processor and barcode decoder board.
Easy to configure and update.
Unpacking
Open the package and take out HR32 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-sale service.

4
HR32 Corded Scanner
Fig. 1-1
Decode LED Definitions
Red : Scanner is powered on.
Green: Barcode is decoded successfully.
Fig. 1-2

5
PIN
Definition
Type
Description
1
NC
-
No connection
2
NC
-
No connection
3
VCC
P
Power+ (+5V)
4
TXD
O
RS-232 output
5
RXD
I
RS-232 input
6
NC
-
No connection
7
NC
-
No connection
8
GND
P
Ground
9
D-
I/O
USB signal
10
D+
I/O
Connect HR32 to a Host
The HR32 corded scanner must be connected to a Host in actual application, such as PC, POS or any intelligent terminal
with USB or RS-232 port, via a communication cable, either USB or RS-232 cable.
USB
USB port on the Host
RS-232
RS-232 port on the Host

6
Use USB Cable
Fig. 1-3
Connect the HR32 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 HR32 corded scanner.
2. Plug the USB connector into the USB port on the Host.
Use RS-232 Cable
Fig. 1-4

7
Connect the HR32 corded scanner to a Host through a RS-232 cable with RJ45, RS-232 and power connectors:
1. Plug the RJ45 connector into the data port (see Fig.1-1) on the HR32 corded scanner.
2. Plug the RS-232 connector into the RS-232 port on the Host.
3. Connect the supplied power adaptor to the power connector of the RS-232 cable.
Remove Communication Cable
Fig. 1-5
Get an appropriate needle or a straightened paper clip (Fig. 1-5) and then follow the steps below:
1. Disconnect the power adaptor from mains if there is one.
2. Insert the needle into the hole.
3. Pull out the cable slowly from the scanner while pressing the needle in.
4. Remove the needle.
5. Disconnect the cable from the Host.
Power on, Sleep, Power off, Reboot
Power on the scanner
Connect the HR32 corded scanner to a Host. Then the scanner will be turned on and automatically enter the sleep mode.
Enter the sleep mode
If no operation is performed on the device for some time, the device will automatically enter the sleep state.
Power off the scanner
Remove the communication cable from the HR32 corded scanner; or remove the USB cable from the Host; or disconnect
the power adaptor from mains.
Reboot the scanner
If the HR32 corded scanner stops responding to input or runs abnormally, turn off the scanner and then turn it back on.

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Maintenance
The scan window should be kept clean.
Do not scratch the scan window.
Use soft brush to remove the stain from the scan window.
Use the soft cloth to clean the window, such as eyeglass cleaning cloth.
Do not spray any liquid on the scan window.
Do not use any detergent to clean other parts of the device except for water.
The warranty DOES NOT cover damages caused by inappropriate care and maintenance.

Depth of Field
Barcode Density
Symbology
HR3250-SX
(mm)
5 mil
Code 39
45 ～210
13 mil
UPC-A
55 ～295
20 mil
Code 39
45 ～365
6.67 mil
PDF417
30 ～160
10 mil
Datamatrix
15 ～170
20 mil
QR
15 ～265
30 mil
QR
25 ～340