Scantech Vega V-1010 User manual

U s e r ’ s M a n u a l
VEGA Linear Imager V-1010/V-1010BT
Handheld Bar code Scanner

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User’s Installation and Configuration Manual
Scantech-ID VEGA
Copyright © 2009, Scantech-ID BV.
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in whole or in part, be copied, photocopied, reproduced, translated or converted to any electronic
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Limited Warranty
Under all circumstances this manual should be read attentively, before installing and/or using the
product. In no event shall Scantech-ID BV be liable for any direct, indirect, special, consequential or
incidental damages arising out of the use or inability to use this documentation or product, even if
advised of the possibility of such damages. In particular, Scantech-ID BV shall not be liable for any
hardware, software, or data that is stored or used with the product, including the cost of repairing,
replacing or recovering the above. Scantech-ID BV reserves the right to change parts of the device
at any time without preceding or direct announcement to the client.
Scantech-ID BV reserves the right to revise this manual, and to make changes in the contents
without obligation to notify any person or entity of the revision or change. A serial number appears
on the product. Make sure that this official registration number has not been removed. It should be
used whenever servicing by Scantech-ID BV or an authorized Scantech dealer is necessary.
P/N A270003 V1.0 April 2009

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Table of contents
Table of Contents ...................................................................................... 1
Introduction ................................................................................................ 4
Chapter 1 Product Safety 5
1.1 Safety & Caution............................................................. 6
1.2 FCC Warning .................................................................. 7
1.3 Scanner Labelling ........................................................... 8
Chapter 2 General Description 9
2.1 Use of the VEGA ...........................................................10
Chapter 3 Installation of the VEGA V-1010 11
3.1 Unpacking .....................................................................12
3.2 Mounting .......................................................................13
Chapter 4 Installation of the VEGA V-1010BT 14
4.1 Unpacking .....................................................................15
4.2 Cradle Installation ..........................................................16
4.3 Setup Bluetooth Communication ....................................17
Chapter 5 Cover Display 20
5.1 Setup Cover Display ......................................................21

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Chapter 6 Configuring the VEGA 25
6.1 Preface ......................................................................... 26
6.2 Factory Default Setting .................................................. 28
Chapter 7 Programming Codes 29
7.1 General Process ........................................................... 30
7.2 Interface Selection ........................................................ 32
7.3 Bluetooth Scanner Setup. .................33
7.4 Bluetooth Cradle Setup ................................................. 36
7.5 Scanner Operation ........................................................ 37
7.6 RS232 Mode Parameters .............................................. 40
7.7 Keyboard Wedge Mode Parameters...........43
7.8 Output Characters ......................................................... 47
7.9 Code Type .................................................................... 48
7.10 UPC/EAN/JAN Parameters ........................................... 52
7.11 Code 39 Parameters ..................................................... 55
7.12 Code 128 Parameters ................................................... 58
7.13 Interleave 2 of 5 Parameters ......................................... 61
7.14 Industrial 2 of 5 Parameters .......................................... 64
7.15 Matrix 2 of 5 Parameters ............................................... 67
7.16 Codabar/NW7 Parameters ............................................ 69
7.17 Code 93 Parameters ..................................................... 72
7.18 Code 11 Parameters ..................................................... 74
7.19 MSI/Plessey Code Parameters ...................................... 76
7.20 Telepen Parameters ...................................................... 78
7.21 GS1 Databar Parameters .............................................. 80
7.22 GS1 Databar Limited Parameters .................................. 81
7.23 GS1 Databar Expanded Parameters ............................. 82

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Chapter 8 Miscellaneous Parameters 83
8.1 Bar Code ID...................................................................84
8.2 Preambles and Postambles Insertion .............................87
8.3 Character Deletion .........................................................92
Appendices ............................................................................................... 97
A Decimal Value Table ...........................................................98
B ASCII Table ........................................................................99
C Function Key Table ...........................................................105
D Readable Symbologies .....................................................106
E Technical Specifications ....................................................107
F Scan Map .........................................................................109
G Led Indicator Status..........................................................111
H Test Symbologies .............................................................112
I Overview Partnumbers .......................................................114

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Introduction
VEGA is a cutting-edge gun-type barcode scanner which is designed
specifically for retail market. To the brand new series of VEGA, we add on
more user-friendly functions with detachable cable that makes it more easily
to be operated by the customers.
Speaking of the performance, this scanner supports middle to long range
mode. For specification of VEGA which supports the reading depth up to 27
centimeter, scan rate is up to 700 scans / per second.
The new VEGA scanner has most modern design with the decorative cover
display on the top of the scanner that will enhance the looks of the checkout
counter in the retail market. This magnificent design allowed end-users to
display their product information or any relevant commercial message in the
cover display. This advanced mechanical design truly creates a win-win
solution for both POS retail systems and consumers.
In short, VEGA is absolutely a high performance gun-type scanner, which
provides the customer with the most cost-effective solution in the market. It
is perfectly suitable and definitely the best choice for any retailers using
POS environment.
Quality and Durability
The VEGA comes with the same top quality as all other Scantech-ID
products. So at a very competitive price the same quality and performance
of more expensive products is available. Due to the high MTBF times of
every component a long and service free operation time is secured.
Connectivity
The VEGA is available into interface types, RS232 interface, USB interface
and also with Bluetooth technology, so there is always a solution to connect
the Vega to your POS system.

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Chapter 1 Product Safety

6 Installation of the VEGA V-1010
1.1 SAFETY & CAUTION
1. Please read the following safety statement carefully.
2. Please preserve this user manual for reference sometime.
3. Before cleaning the VEGA, the users must cut off all AC power. Do not
use liquid or spray type of detersive to clean the VEGA. Please use
dampish cotton cloth to clean the VEGA.
4. The outlet must set nearby the VEGA for connecting power easily.
5. Keep the VEGA dry to avoid short circuit.
6. During installation you must fix the equipment at solid table to avoid
damage caused by falling.
7. Before inserting power please ensure the voltage is healthy to the
equipment.
8. For safety please tie wire well and don’t put anything on the wire.
9. If you don’t use this equipment for long time, please cut off the power to
avoid damage from surge power.
10. Don’t spray any liquid on this scanner because it may cause a fire or
short circuit.
11. Please do not open the equipment. For safety only the qualified
serviceman can open the equipment.
12. If there are the following situations please contact with the qualified
serviceman to check this equipment.
(a) The damage of wire or pin of power supply.
(b) Some Liquid infiltrate into the equipment.
(c) The equipment has been exposed to wet environment.
(d) The equipment can’t work well.
(e) The equipment has any obvious damage, making the VEGA
working abnormally.
13. Don’t storage the VEGA at the temperature lower than -20°C (-4°F) or
higher than +70°C (158°F) to avoid any damage.
1.2 FCC WARNING
This equipment complies with the requirements in Part 15 of FCC.

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Any operation must comply with the conditions below:
(a) The equipment will not cause any severe interference.
(b) The equipment can avoid any interference from environment.
Statement:
This product is classified as B class product.
In environment this product may cause some interference. In
this situation the user may do something to avoid interference.
1.3 SCANNER LABELLING
One label is present on the housing of the VEGA as indicated in the figure
below.
This label is attached by the manufacturer and should not be removed. The
scanner serial number is found on this label. This official registration is strictly

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related to the device. The supplier may ask for this number when the scanner
needs servicing.
Model Name: VEGA V-1010 Linear Imager
VEGA V-1010BT Linear Imager Bluetooth
Serial Number: Product Serial No. (VA……..)
See Appendix F for more information in detail.
Model Name
Serial Number

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Chapter 2 General Description

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2.1 USE OF THE VEGA
The VEGA is very ergonomic and modern designed and very user friendly. It
can be connected to your POS or Host system trough a RS232 cable, KBW
cable, USB cable or with Bluetooth wireless.
To read a bar code, you simply press the red trigger button and aim the beam
to the bar code. But you need to position the beam so that it falls across all
bars in the 1D barcodes. You will hear one beep and the green LED indicator
will lights on after scan successfully.
The programming of the VEGA is very easy, you can set-up the VEGA by
scan all necessary programming codes one time that meet applications, the
settings are directly saved permanently, and all settings can be disabled after
scan reset factory default.
Thanks to the power full decoding processor, the VEGA can decode all major
1D codes.

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Chapter 3 Installation of the VEGA V-1010

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3.1 V-1010 UNPACKING
Unpack the VEGA as follows:
1. Take the VEGA and its accessories out of the box.
2. Remove the packing material.
3. Check the packing list to make sure you have received all of the items
ordered.
Standard Shipment Package
a. VEGA linear imager handheld bar code scanner
b. Power Adaptor if apply
c. User Manual
d. Communication Cable
e. Stand
f. Transparent Cover Plate
4. Visually inspect the VEGA and accessories for any evidence of physical
damage.
5. If anything is missing or appears to be damaged, immediately contact
your dealer.
ATTENTION
Store the packing material and boxes: it should be used
whenever the VEGA is transported for servicing.

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3.2 V-1010 MOUNTING
Once you have unpacked all components, you can start installing the VEGA.
Installing the VEGA is divided in different steps:
1. Connect the VEGA to the supplied communication cable (RJ45 side).
2. Connect the VEGA communication cable to the POS or Host system.
3. Connect the Power supply (if needed) to Power cable inlet.
4. Plug the power supply into the AC outlet.

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Chapter 4 Installation of the VEGA V-1010BT/V-
1010BT

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4.1 V-1010BT UNPACKING
Unpack the VEGA as follows:
1. Take the VEGA and its accessories out of the box.
2. Remove the packing material.
3. Check the packing list to make sure you have received all of the items
ordered.
Standard Shipment Package
a. VEGA Linear Imager Handheld Bar code Scanner Bluetooth
b. Communication Cable (RS-232 or Keyboard wedge or USB)
c. Power adaptor
d. User Manual
e. Bluetooth Cradle or charger
f. Transparent Cover Plate
4. Visually inspect the VEGA and accessories for any evidence of physical
damage.
5. If anything is missing or appears to be damaged, immediately contact
your dealer.
ATTENTION
Store the packing material and boxes: it should be used
whenever the VEGA is transported for servicing.

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4.2 V-1010BT CRADLE INSTALLATION
To set up your VEGA scanner with Bluetooth technology, please follow the
next steps.
1. Connect the supplied communication cable at the bottom side of the
cradle.
2. Connect the other side of the communication cable to the right
connector of your POS or HOST system.
3. Plug the external power supply into the power jack on the bottom of the
cradle.
4. Plug the power supply into the AC outlet.
5. Turn on your POS or HOST system.
6. Set up communication between the VEGA scanner and cradle.
To set up communication between VEGA scanner and cradle, see
chapter 4.3 set up Bluetooth Communication.