Siemens HE40T User manual

HE40T Quickstart Guide
EM-20854-1V101
V1.0.1, December 2006

Safety Guidelines
This manual contains notices you have to observe in order to ensure your
personal safety, as well as to prevent damage to property. The notices
referring to your personal safety are highlighted in the manual by a safety
alert symbol, notices referring to property damage only have no safety alert
symbol. The notices shown below are graded according to the degree of
danger.
If more than one degree of danger is present, the warning notice
representing the highest degree of danger will be used. A notice warning of
injury to persons with a safety alert symbol may also include a warning
relating to property damage.
Qualified Personnel
The device/system may only be set up and used in conjunction with this
documentation. Commissioning and operation of a device/system may only
be performed by qualified personnel. Within the context of the safety
notices in this documentation qualified persons are defined as persons who
are authorized to commission, ground and label devices, systems and
circuits in accordance with established safety practices and standards.
Danger
indicates that death or severe personal injury will result if proper
precautions are not taken.
Warning
indicates that death or severe personal injury may result if proper
precautions are not taken.
Caution
with a safety alert symbol indicates that minor personal injury can
result if proper precautions are not taken.
Caution
without a safety alert symbol indicates that property damage can
result if proper precautions are not taken.
Notice
indicates that an unintended result or situation can occur if the
corresponding notice is not taken into account.

Prescribed Usage
Note the following:
Trademarks
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The remaining trademarks in this publication may be trademarks whose use
by third parties for their own purposes could violate the rights of the owner.
Disclaimer of Liability
We have reviewed the contents of this publication to ensure consistency
with the hardware and software described. Since variance cannot be
precluded entirely, we cannot guarantee full consistency. However, the
information in this publication is reviewed regularly and any necessary
corrections are included in subsequent editions.
Siemens AG
Automation and Drives
Postfach 4848
90437 NÜRNBERG
GERMANY
12/2006
Copyright © Siemens AG 2006
Technical data subject to change
Warning
This device and its components may only be used for the applications
described in the catalog or the technical description, and only in
connection with devices or components from other manufacturers
which have been approved or recommended by Siemens. Correct,
reliable operation of the product requires proper transport, storage,
positioning and assembly as well as careful operation and
maintenance.


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Contents
Safety Guidelines ii
Qualified Personnel ii
Prescribed Usage iii
Trademarks iii
Disclaimer of Liability iii
PREFACE Welcome vii
Purpose of This Manual vii
Laser Safety vii
Further Support viii
Training Center viii
SITRAIN™ Siemens Training viii
Technical Support viii
Service & Support on the Internet ix
Manual Conventions ix
CHAPTER 1 Getting Started 1
Attaching the H2 Cabled Handle 2
Attaching the BH1/BH2 Battery Handle 4
HE40T Wireless 6
Connecting With A QuickConnect Code 6
HE40T Wireless Setup 6
Radio Range and Transferring Data 7
HE40T Cables 8
USB Cable Connection 9
PS2 Cable Connection 10
RS-232 Cable Connection 11
USB Cable Settings 11
PS2 Cable Settings 11
RS-232 Cable Settings 12
Baud Rates 12
Save Settings 13

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Targeting and Reading Techniques 13
Reading Symbols with the HE40T 14
Programming Codes 14
Symbology Settings 14
DoD UID Settings 16
Batch Mode 17
Auto Transfer Buffer Memory 17
Trigger Programming 19
Left Trigger 19
Right Trigger 19
Handle Trigger 20
Image Resolution Mode 20
Turbo Dot Peen Mode 20
Miscellaneous Programming Codes 21
Prefix Settings 21
Suffix Settings 22
Volume and Vibration Settings 24
Minimum Requirements 24

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PREFACE Welcome
Purpose of This Manual
The purpose of the manual is to get you up and running quickly and
confidently with your HE40T reader.
Laser Safety
Note: LED Lighting
Light Emitting Diode Class 1 according to EN 60825-1:2003
Caution
Laser in the HE40T
LASER RADIATION - AVOID LONG TERM VIEWING
OF DIRECT LASER RADIATION - LASER CLASS 2A
Wavelength 630 nm - Maximum radiant power: < 1mW
EN 60825-1:2003

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Further Support
If you have any questions concerning the use of products which are
not answered in this manual, please contact your local Siemens
partner at your Siemens office.
You can find your local partner at:
http://www.siemens.com/automation/partner
You can find a guide to the technical documentation on offer for the
individual SIMATIC products and systems at:
http://www.siemens.de/simatic-tech-doku-portal
You can find the catalog and online ordering systems at:
http://mall.automation.siemens.com/
Training Center
SITRAIN™ Siemens Training
Siemens Training (SITRAIN) offers a range of courses on Machine
Vision and Symbology Reading. Training classes are conducted in
Norcross, Georgia and at locations across the USA. SITRAIN also
offers courses on PLC, Drives, Controls, HMI, NET, Process
Control, Analyzers and Instrumentation, Electrical and Power,
Safety and more. Details of current SITRAIN course offerings can
be viewed at http://www.automation.usa.siemens.com/sitrain/
To view Machine Vision and Symbology course offerings, please
click on the “Automation” link in the middle of the page and then
the “Vision and Sensors” link from the list that is presented.
Alternatively, please contact the Siemens Training Registrar at
(800) 241-4453.
Technical Support
How to reach technical support for all A&D products
• With the Support Request form on the Web:
http://www.siemens.de/automation/support-request
• Telephone: + 49 180 5050 222
• Telephone: 800 333-7421 (USA)

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• Fax: + 49 180 5050 223
Further information about our technical support is available in the
Internet at http://www.siemens.com/automation/service
Service & Support on the Internet
The Siemens Service & Support team provides you with
comprehensive additional information on SIMATIC products in its
online Internet services.
http://www.siemens.com/automation/service&support
There you can find:
• Current product information and downloads which you may
find useful for your product.
• The documents you require, using our Service & Support
search engine.
• A forum where users and experts from all over the world
exchange ideas.
• Your local partner for Automation & Drives.
• Information about onsite services, repairs, spare parts. Lots
more is available to you on our “Service“ pages.
Manual Conventions
The following typographical conventions are used throughout this
manual.
• Items emphasizing important information are bolded.
• Menu selections, menu items and entries in screen images are
indicated as: Operation, Configure, etc.

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CHAPTER 1 Getting Started
The HE40T is a revolutionary new low cost bar code reader that
employs Siemens’ industry leading Direct Part Mark (DPM)
reading technology. Developed to be the first universal reader, no
other single device performs as many functions. With a cost of
ownership far less than comparable systems, the HE40T
incorporates a unique dual path optical system, a 1.3 million pixel
CMOS sensor, and a 400 MHz processor. This combination has
created a reading system that supports:
• DPM applications
• Department of Defense Unique Identification (DoD UID)
• High density matrix codes and larger low density linear
barcodes
• Superior working range
• High-speed omni-directional decoding
• Cordless and cabled interfaces
• Unsurpassed data rates
The HE40T features a variety of accessories including ruggedized
handles. For more information or for technical support, see the
Preface of the HE40T User Manual.

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Attaching the H2 Cabled Handle
The HE40T uses the battery compartment to “snap to” the handle.
Figure 1–1 shows the H2 handle with flexible connector.
Figure 1–2 shows the battery blank.
FIGURE 1–1. H2 Handle with Flexible Connector
FIGURE 1–2. H2 Handle with Battery Blank
To attach the handle to the reader:
1. Push the 8-pin DIN connector at the end of the reader into the
flexible connector at the end of the handle, as shown in
Figure 1–3.
Flexible Connector

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FIGURE 1–3. Attaching the H2 Handle
2. Insert the tab on the back of the handle into the reader
(Figure 1–3).
3. Snap the reader onto the handle, matching the battery
compartment to the battery connectors, visible inside the
handle, as shown in Figure 1–3.
The HE40T can be secured further with threaded screws on the
under side of the handle, and on the end of the flexible connector, as
shown in Figure 1–4.
FIGURE 1–4. Location of Threaded Screws
Flexible
Connector

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Attaching the BH1/BH2 Battery Handle
The HE40T uses the battery compartment to “snap to” the handle.
The BH1/BH2 handle is shown in Figure 1–5. The handle with
battery is shown in Figure 1–6.
FIGURE 1–5. BH1/BH2 Handle
FIGURE 1–6. BH1/BH2 Handle with Battery
To attach the handle to the reader:
1. Insert the tab on the back of the handle into the reader, as
shown in Figure 1–7.
2. Snap the reader onto the handle, matching the battery
compartment to the battery connectors, visible inside the
handle, as shown in Figure 1–7.

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FIGURE 1–7. Attaching the BH1/BH2 Handle
The HE40T can be secured further with threaded screws on the
under side of the handle, as shown in Figure 1–8.
FIGURE 1–8. Location of Threaded Screws

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HE40T Wireless
This HE40T features a Bluetooth® wireless radio. The radio allows
for point to point wireless communication with other Bluetooth
devices that support serial port protocol (SPP). The following
information will give you general instructions on connecting your
HE40T to a desktop or laptop computer with a Bluetooth radio.
Connecting With A QuickConnect Code
If you purchased a CodeXML Bluetooth Modem or a Belkin®
Bluetooth adapter from Siemens or from an authorized distributor, a
QuickConnect code was included, as shown in Figure 1–9.
FIGURE 1–9. Sample QuickConnect Code
The QuickConnect code has the information of the Bluetooth
address (often a reference to go to the BD_ADDR) of that device.
You can usually find the 12-character Bluetooth address
somewhere on the device near the device’s serial number
(Figure 1–10). This code will link your HE40T directly to the
desired Bluetooth device.
FIGURE 1–10. Locating the Bluetooth Address
HE40T Wireless Setup
Note: While installing the Bluetooth Configuration Manager
software that was included with your Bluetooth adapter, make sure
to note the Virtual COM Port number the software assigned for the
adapter (e.g., COM 10). This is the COM Port your HE40T will
connect through.
Sample Code

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To connect your reader:
1. Scan the Reset to RF Factory Defaults code shown in
Figure 1–11.
FIGURE 1–11. Reset to RF Factory Defaults Code
2. Scan the QuickConnect code you received.
3. The HE40T will automatically connect. By default, the HE40T
will beep once after it connects and beep three times in a row if
it did not connect.
4. Scan the Save Settings code (Figure 1–12) to the right if you
want to save the wireless connection settings to the HE40T so
that the HE40T will automatically try to connect wirelessly the
next time it is powered on.
FIGURE 1–12. Save Settings Code
Radio Range and Transferring Data
The HE40T radio is a Class 1 device. If connected to another Class
1 device, the unit has roughly a 300 foot line of sight operating
range. If connecting to a Class 2 or Class 3 device, the operating
range may drop to match the lower range. Once a unit is connected,
the application software on the host must be open to receive data.
When the HE40T detects the radio is out of range, the HE40T will
store data on the reader’s non-volatile memory.
Reset to RF
Factory Defaults QuickConnect (Sample)
Scan the QuickConnect code
that matches the Bluetooth
address of your device
Save Settings

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For more information about setting up and using the HE40T with a
wireless Bluetooth configuration, consult the HE40T User Manual.
HE40T Cables
The HE40T is available with USB, RS-232 and PS2 cables. All of
the cables are connected to the HE40T with a 8-pin DIN connector.
Different cables may be required for different hosts.
• HE40T with H2 Cabled Handle — The 8-pin DIN connection
is at the bottom of the handle. Firmly push the 8-pin connector
into the bottom of the handle. The cable has a locking
mechanism that will firmly hold the cable in place
(Figure 1–13). To detach the cable from the reader, you must
pinch the plastic on the 8-pin DIN (Figure 1–13) and pull back
to disengage the connector.
FIGURE 1–13. Handle with Cable Attached
Install the optional cable clip to further secure the cable to the
handle with two threaded screws, as shown in Figure 1–14.
FIGURE 1–14. Securing Cable Clip with Two Threaded Screws

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• HE40T with BH1/BH2 Battery Handle — Firmly push the
8-pin connector into the back end of the reader, as shown in
Figure 1–15. The cable has a locking mechanism that will
firmly hold the cable in place. To detach the cable from the
reader, you must pinch the plastic on the 8-pin DIN and pull
back to disengage the connector.
FIGURE 1–15. Handle with Cable Attached
USB Cable Connection
1. Attach the USB cable to the HE40T.
2. Connect the USB cable to the host in any available USB host
port, as shown in Figure 1–16. You DO NOT need to power off
your host computer.
FIGURE 1–16. Connecting the USB Cable
3. Once properly connected to the host computer, the HE40T will
power on and beep. The reader is shipped pre-configured.

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PS2 Cable Connection
1. Power off the host computer. This process requires shutting
down your computer. If you disconnect your computer
keyboard while it is running, your computer will lock up.
2. Attach the PS2 cable to the HE40T.
3. If you have a cabled keyboard, detach the keyboard cable from
your computer and connect that same connector to the female
connection on the HE40T PS2 cable, as shown in Figure 1–17.
FIGURE 1–17. Connecting the Keyboard Cable
4. Now, connect the male HE40T PS2 connector into the
keyboard port on your computer, as shown in Figure 1–18.
FIGURE 1–18. Connecting the PS2 Connector to Your Computer
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