Scantech Nexus n-3030 User manual

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Scantech Nexus N-3030

Bar code laser scanner

User’s Manual

Scantech Nexus N-3030

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Limited Warranty

Under all circumstances this manual should be read attentively, before installing and/or using the pro-duct.

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.

Important

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to

EN55022, and with the limits for a class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits

are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated

in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy

and, if not installed and used in accordance with the user’s manual, may cause harmful interference to radio

communications. Operation of the equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in

which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. Any unauthorized

changes or modifications to this equipment could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

For CE-countries:

- The Nexus is in conformity with the CE standards. Please note that a Scantech CE-marked power supply

unit should be used to conform to these standards.

For USA & Canada

- To be used with UL listed and CSA certified computers/POS systems.

- A utiliser avec des ordinateurs/systèmes POS registrés UL/certifiés CSA.

- This scanner should only be powered by a UL listed or CUL Certified Power Supply having limited power

source of Class 2 outputs, rated +5.2 Vdc / minimum 0,64 A, minimum 40 °C or the scanner should be

directly powered by a UL listed and CSA certified computer/POS system, having limited power source

of Class 2 outputs, rated 8 Vdc to 16 Vdc / minimum 0,55 A, minimum 40 °C.

Radio and television interference

Operation of this equipment in a residential area can cause interference with radio or television reception.

This can be determined by turning the equipment off and on. The user is encouraged to try to correct the

interference by one or more of the following measures:

•Re-orientate the receiving antenna

•Relocate the devices with respect to the receiver

•Move the device away from the receiver

•Plug the device into a different outlet in order to have the device and receiver on

different branch circuits

If necessary, the user should consult the manufacturer, an authorized Scantech dealer or experienced

radio/television technician for additional suggestions. The booklet "How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV

Interference Problems", prepared by the Federal Communications Commission, can be of help. It can be

obtained from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402, Stock No. 004000003454.

P/N A1020014 November 2003

Table of contents

Preface ...................................................................................................i

1.1 Unpacking the Nexus N-3030................................................. 2

1.2 Scanning bar codes with the Nexus N-3030............................ 4

1.3 Scanner labelling .................................................................. 5

1.4 Maintaining the scanner......................................................... 8

1.5 Controlling the scanner from the POS system ......................... 9

2.1 Connecting the scanner....................................................... 12

2.2 Installing the scanner on a counter surface ........................... 14

2.3 Installing the scanner using the flexible scanner stand............ 16

2.4 Removing the scanner from the end cover............................ 20

Appendices ............................................................................................... 21

A Connector types and pin definitions...................................... 22

B Technical specifications....................................................... 25

C Troubleshooting.................................................................. 27

Preface

The Nexus N-3030 is a new presentation laser scanner which allows handsfree

bar code scanning, based on proven Scantech-ID technologies which form the

basis of all our omni-directional scanners. Bar code labels are read by

presenting the labels towards the scanner. Scanning labels with the Nexus N-

3030 hardly requires any arm movement. As a result only little free space on the

counter top is necessary.

The Nexus can either be fixed on a counter surface or on a flexible stand. The

flexible stand allows you to direct the scan pattern in a way that is optimal for

your application.

The Nexus N-3030 reads all popular bar code symbologies. An important

feature of the Nexus N-3030 is its programmable sleep mode. If the scanner is

not used within a programmable period of time, the scanner switches off

automatically. The scanner can be re-activated by pressing the switch on top of

the scanner.

The Nexus N-3030 is available in two versions. Each version features a specific

multiple interface for communication with the host system. The multiple interface

versions are: RS232C/OCIA and IBM RS485/Keyboard Wedge/USB versions.

This manual contains two chapters and three appendices. The first chapter

describes the Nexus and its general features. The description for installation can

be found in the second chapter. Precisely follow the instructions for the

installation of the scanner. Default settings can be changed with the bar code

labels from the Configuration Guide that came with the scanner.

Appendix A gives the pin definition for the Data ports of the scanner. The pin

definition may be required when you want to make a new cable for

communication with the POS/computer. Technical specifications of the Nexus N-

3030 can be found in Appendix B. Refer to Appendix C for troubleshooting if the

scanner is not working properly.

Chapter 1 The Nexus N-3030

The Nexus N-3030

1.1 UNPACKING THE NEXUS N-3030

Remove the scanner and its accessories from the box and packing material.

Refer to the packing list to make sure you have received all the items ordered.

Visually inspect the scanner and accessories for any evidence of physical

damage. Refer to the upper figure on page 5 to locate the interface label and

make sure that the scanner interface corresponds with the host system

interface. Immediately contact your supplier if anything appears to be damaged,

or if the supported interface does not correspond with the host system

interface.

The Nexus N-3030

The specific parts of the Nexus N-3030 are:

Sleep mode button -When a sleep mode time-out is programmed,

the scanner can be re-activated by pressing this

switch. The sleep mode feature is

programmable with the menu labels from the

Configuration guide.

NOTE: The default value for the sleep

mode time-out is set to 30 minutes. When the

scanner is in sleep mode, the LED is

intermittently flashing red.

LED -A red LED indicates that the scanner is ready to

read a bar code. A green LED indicates a good

read.

Good read buzzer -The buzzer is heard whenever data has been

read correctly. The frequency and volume can

be adjusted

Optional parts & accessories:

Flexible scanner

stand

-The rotary and flexible stand allows you to

direct the scan pattern in a way that is optimal

for your application (a mounting kit with screws

and tapes is included).

End cover -This part serves to fix the scanner to the

counter or to the stand.

Interface cable -One of various types of cable to connect to

your host computer / POS system.

Power supply -If your scanner is not directly powered

(optional)

Mains cable -To connect your power supply (optional)

User’s manual -This manual in print

Configuration guide -Booklet containing barcodes for configuration

of your scanner

The Nexus N-3030

1.2 SCANNING BAR CODES WITH THE NEXUS N-3030

The Nexus N-3030 is an omni-directional presentation scanner featuring a 7

directional scan field with a 24 lines scan pattern. Bar code labels can easily be

read by presenting them to the scanner.

The scanner's scan volume is illustrated in the figure below. The optimal reading

zone lies between 2 and 15 cm from the scanner window, but bar codes can be

read up to 30 cm (11.8 in.) from the scanner window.

If a scanner with flexible stand is purchased, the stand allows you to direct the

optimal reading zone in a way that suits your application most.

Scanning a bar code label with a presentation scanner is very simple: present

the product’s bar code label to the scanner as illustrated in the figure below.

The Nexus N-3030

1.3 SCANNER LABELLING

Two labels are present on the housing of the Nexus N-3030 as indicated in the

figure below (for IBM validated scanners these two labels are also present at the

exterior of the scanner). Two labels are also visible through the scanner window.

All labels are attached by the manufacturer and should not be removed.

Scantech-ID BV

Amersfoortsestr. 124 3769 AN

Soesterberg Netherlands

The scanner’s serial number is found underneath the bar code label as depicted

in the figure above. This official registration number is strictly related to the

device. The supplier may ask for this number when the scanner needs servicing.

The Nexus N-3030

Laser safety

German:

Der Strichcode-Scanner N-3030 entspricht den Sicherheitsvorschriften nach IEC 825-1 (1993) für ein

Laserprodukt der Klasse I. Er entspricht auch U.S. 21CFR1040, anwendbar auf ein Laserprodukt der

Klasse IIa. Vermeiden Sie langzeitiges Hineinblicken in direktes Laserlicht.

Dutch:

De N-3030 scanner voldoet aan de veiligheidsnormen IEC 825-1 (1993) voor een Klasse I

laserproduct. Tevens voldoet de scanner aan U.S. 21CFR1040, van toepassing op een Klasse IIa

laserproduct. Vermijd langdurig kijken in direct laserlicht.

French:

Le scanner N-3030 est conforme aux normes de sécurité IEC 825-1 (1993) s’appliquant à un produit

laser de la classe I. Il est également conforme à la U.S. 21CFR1040 telle qu’elle s’applique à un

produit laser de la classe IIa. Eviter de rester exposé longtemps à la lumière directe du laser.

Danish:

N-3030 skanneren er i overensstemmelse med sikkerhedsstandarden IEC 825-1 (1993) for

laserprodukter i klasse I. Den er også i overensstemmelse med U.S. 21CFR1040, der gælder for

laserprodukter i klasse IIa. Undgå at se direkte på laserlys i længere perioder.

Finnish:

N-3030-skanneri täyttää luokan I lasertuotteelle IEC 825-1:ssä (1993) asetetut turvavaatimukset. Se

täyttää myös U.S. 21CFR1040:ssa asetetut vaatimukset siltä osin kuin ne koskevat luokan IIa

lasertuotetta. Vältä pitkäaikaista suoraan laservaloon katsomista.

Swedish:

Avsökaren N-3030 uppfyller säkerhetsnormen IEC 825-1 (1993) för laserprodukter av klass 1. Den

uppfyller dessutom U.S. 21CFR1040 som gäller för laserprodukter av klass IIa. Undvik att titta i

direkt laserljus under längre perioder.

Norwegian:

N-3030 skanneren er i samsvar med sikkerhetsstandarden IEC 825-1 (1993) for laserprodukter i

klasse I. Den er også i samvar med U.S. 21CFR1040 for laserprodukter i klasse IIa. Unngå å se

langvarig på direkte laserlys.

Italian:

Lo scanner N-3030 è conforme alle norme di sicurezza IEC 825-1 (1993) relative ad un prodotto

laser di Classe 1. È inoltre conforme alla norma U.S. 21CFR1040 relativa ad un prodotto laser di

Classe IIa. Evitare l'esposizione prolungata all'emissione diretta di luce laser.

Portuguese:

O scanner N-3030 está conforme as normas de segurança IEC 825-1 (1993) para a Classe 1 dos

produtos laser. Também está conforme a norma U.S. 21CFR1040 aplicada nos produtos laser da

Classe IIa. Evite expor os olhos directa e prolongadamente aos raios laser.

The Nexus N-3030

Spanish:

El scanner N-3030 reune las normas de seguridad IEC 825-1 (1993) para un producto laser de

Clase 1. Y también reune las normas U.S. 21CFR1040 que se aplican a un producto laser de Clase

IIa. Se debe evitar mirar muy fijo en luz lasérica directa.

English:

The N-3030 scanner complies with safety standard IEC 825-1 (1993) for a Class I laser product. It

also complies with U.S. 21CFR1040 as applicable to a Class IIa laser product. Avoid long term

viewing of direct laser light.

Optical:

The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard. Optical instruments include

binoculars, microscopes and magnifying glasses but do not include eye glasses worn by the user.

Radiant Energy:

The N-3030 uses a low-power laser diode operating at 630…670 nm in an opto-mechanical scanner

resulting in less than 0.6 mW peak output power. Laser light observed at 13 cm (5.1 in.) above the

window through a 7 mm (0.28 in.) aperture and averaged over 1000 seconds is less than 3.9 µW

per CDRH Class IIa specification. Do not attempt to remove the protective housing of the scanner,

as unscanned laser light with a peak output up to 0.8 mW could be accessible inside.

Laser Light Viewer:

The scanner window is the only aperture through which laser light may be observed on this product.

A failure of the scanner motor, while the laser diode continues to emit a laser beam, may cause

emission levels to exceed those for safe operation. The scanner has safeguards to prevent this

occurrence. If, however, a stationary laser beam is emitted, the failing scanner should be

disconnected from its power source immediately.

Adjustments:

Do not attempt any adjustments to or alteration of this product. Do not remove the scanner’s

protective housing. There are no user-serviceable parts inside.

CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures

other than those specified herein may result in hazardous laser light

exposure.

The Nexus N-3030

1.4 MAINTAINING THE SCANNER

The Nexus N-3030 scanner requires little maintenance. Only occasional cleaning

of the scanner window is necessary to remove dirt and fingerprints. Cleaning

can be performed during operation with a non-abrasive glass spray cleaner and

a soft lint-free cloth.

The Nexus N-3030

1.5 CONTROLLING THE SCANNER FROM THE POS

SYSTEM

The Nexus N-3030 can be controlled from the POS system via the RS232C

interface. Control is achieved by transmitting the following single byte

commands to the scanner. In the Scantech default setting the following

commands are available (more details upon request):

ASCII code Function byte is also called:

05 Hex power-up re-initialization ENQ or <Ctrl-E>

OE Hex enable (cancels disable) Shift Out or <Ctrl-N>

OF Hex Disable Shift In or <Ctrl-O>

12 Hex sleep DC2 or <Ctrl-R>

14 Hex wake (cancels sleep) DC4 or <Ctrl-T>

When the scanner is disabled, the motor of the scanner will stay on until the

scanner goes into sleep mode.

Chapter 2 Installing the Nexus N-3030

Installing the Nexus N-3030

Depending on the way you want to use the Nexus N-3030, the scanner can be

installed in two different ways: fixed on a counter surface or on a flexible stand.

Instructions for installation on a counter surface are given in Section 2.1.

Instructions for installation on the flexible stand are given in Section 2.2.

Due to many POS systems on the market, a large number of communication

cables is available. Make sure that you have the right cable to connect the

scanner to your POS or computer.

NOTE

The scanner and the host system must be switched off before

starting the installation of the scanner. By following this precaution

you prevent any electrical damage.

You are advised to install the scanner in an air circulated place out

of direct sunlight

2.1 CONNECTING THE SCANNER

Before you connect any cables to the scanner, check whether you should guide

them through the foot or counter surface!

The Nexus N-3030 is available in two different interface versions:

Dual interface: RS232 and OCIA

Triple interface: RS485, Keyboard Wedge (KBW) and USB/USB plus power.

Each version also provides:

Auxiliary port for additional scanner

EAS connector

Power connector

If you use “direct powering”, power is supplied by the host and you do not need

to connect an external power supply to the Power Input entry.

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