Wasp WLS9600 User manual

WLS9600
1D Laser Scanner USB
Quick Reference Guide

Wasp Barcode Technologies
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Table of Contents
END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT .....................................................1
Software Product Policy...................................................................... 4
WLS9600 ...................................................................................................5
Connect/Disconnect Cable................................................................ 5
Connect Host Interface........................................................................ 5
Keyboard Wedge Interface .....................................................5
RS-232 Interface ..........................................................................6
USB Interface ................................................................................6
Aim and Scan .......................................................................................... 6
Parts of the Reader................................................................................ 7
Scanning Modes .................................................................................... 8
Cleaning................................................................................................. 10
Technical Features ............................................................................. 11
Troubleshooting................................................................................. 13
LED and Beeper Indications............................................................ 14
Programming Barcodes ................................................................... 15
Resetting the Standard Product Defaults ....................... 15
RS-232 Interface ............................................................ 16
USB Interface .................................................................. 17
Keyboard Wedge Interface ....................................... 18
Ergonomic Recommendations...................................................... 20
Regulatory Information.................................................................... 20
Power Supply ............................................................................ 20
Laser Safety Compliance ....................................................... 21
Radio Frequency Interference
Requirements ............................................................................ 22
Reader Labeling .................................................................................. 23
Aiming System ............................................................... 23
Limited Factory Warranty ................................................................ 24

NOTES

Quick Reference Guide 1
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WLS9600
Connect/Disconnect Cable
Connect Host Interface
Keyboard Wedge Interface
1
2

Aim and Scan
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RS-232 Interface
USB Interface
Aim and Scan
3
012345 012345

Parts of the Reader
Quick Reference Guide 7
The area shown in green below illustrates the area of typical max-
imum performance for the scanner.
Parts of the Reader
Trigger
Scan
Window
LED

Scanning Modes
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Scanning Modes
The reader can operate in one of several scanning modes:
Trigger Single — When the trigger is pulled, scanning is activated
until one of the following occurs:
- a programmable duration1has elapsed
- a label has been read
- the trigger is released
This mode is associated with typical handheld reader operation:
when the trigger is pulled, scanning starts and the product scans
until the trigger is released, or a label is read, or the maximum pro-
grammable duration1has elapsed.
Trigger Hold Multiple — When the trigger is pulled, scanning
starts and the product scans until the trigger is released or a pro-
grammable duration1has elapsed. Reading a label does not disable
scanning. Double Read Timeout2prevents undesired multiple
reads while in this mode.
Trigger Pulse Multiple — When the trigger is pulled and released,
scanning is activated until programmable duration1has elapsed or
the trigger has been pulled again to transition to another state.
Double Read Timeout2prevents undesired multiple reads while in
this mode.
Flashing — The reader flashes3on and off regardless of the trigger
status.
Always On — No trigger pull is required to read a barcode. Scan-
ning is continually on4.
Stand Mode — No trigger pull is required to read a barcode. Scan-
ning is alternatively turned on and off.
1. See the Product Reference Guide (PRG) for additional programmable fea-
tures, in this case: Scanning Active Time.
2. Double Read Timeout is also programmed using the PRG.
3. Controlled by Flash On Time and Flash Off Time. Use the PRG to program
these options.
4. For energy saving purposes, the Always On feature has a user program-
mable timeout (default 5 hours of inactivity). A single manual trigger
pull is required to reactivate the scanner after the timeout.

Scanning Modes
Quick Reference Guide 9
Scan Mode = Trigger Single
Scan Mode = Trigger Hold Multiple
Scan Mode = Trigger Pulse Multiple
Scan Mode = Flashing
Scan Mode = Always On
Scan Mode = Stand Mode

Cleaning
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Cleaning
Exterior surfaces and scan windows exposed to spills, smudges or
debris require periodic cleaning to ensure best performance during
scanning.
Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the product. If the product is very
soiled, clean it with a soft cloth moistened with a diluted non-ag-
gressive cleaning solution or diluted ethyl alcohol.
CAUTION
Do not use abrasive or aggressive cleansing
agents or abrasive pads to clean scan windows
or plastics.
Do not spray or pour liquids directly onto the
unit.

Technical Features
Quick Reference Guide 11
Technical Features
Item Description
Physical Characteristics
Color Black/Yellow
Dimensions
Height 7.1” / 181mm
Length 3.9” / 100mm
Width 2.8” / 71mm
Weight (without cable) Approximately 6.0 ounces/169 g
Electrical Characteristics
Voltage & Current
Input current at 5V±5% = 260 mA (max)
2.5 mA (USB suspend)
Standby (typical) ≤30mA
Performance Characteristics
Light Source 650nm Class 2 Laser
Pitch (Yaw) ± 50°
Skew ± 65°
Roll (Tilt) ± 35°
Scan Angle 47° (normal) or 35° (narrow)
Depth of Field
(Typical)
5 mil - 1.4" to 6.22" (3,6cm to 15,8cm)
13 mil* – 0.87" to 18.7" (2,2cm to 47,5cm)
20 mil – up to 27.1" (to 69cm)
Minimum Element Width 4 mil
Print Contrast Minimum
(Typical) 15% minimum reflectance
Decode Capability
UPC/EAN/JAN, P2 /P5 add-ons; Code 39; Code 32; Code 128;
Code 128 ISBT; Code 128 add-ons; Interleaved 2 of 5; Standard
2 of 5; Code 11; Codabar; EAN 128; GS1 DataBar™ Omnidirec-
tional, GS1 DataBar™ Limited, GS1 DataBar™ Expanded, Code 4,
Code 5, Follett 2 of 5.
Interfaces Supported
RS-232 Std., RS-232 Wincor-Nixdorf, RS-232 OPOS, USB Com
Std., USB Keyboard, USB Alternate Keyboard,USB OEM, Key-
board Wedge (AT with or w/o Alternate Key, IBM AT PS2 with or
w/o Alternate Key, PC-XT, IBM 3153, IBM Terminals 31xx,
32xx,34xx, 37xx make only and make break keyboard, Digital
Terminals VT2x, VT3xx, VT4xx, and Apple) and Wand Emula-
tion.

Technical Features
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* (13 mils DOF based on EAN. All others are Code 39. All labels grade A, typical environmental
light, 20°C, label inclination 10°)
User Environment
Operative Temperature 32° to 122° F (0° to 50° C)
Storage Temperature -4° to 158° F (-20° to 70° C)
Humidity Operating: 5% to 90% relative humidity, non condensing
Drop specifications 18 drops from 1.8 meters (5.9 feet) to concrete
Ambient Light immunity Up to 100,000 Lux
Contaminants IP52
ESD Level 16 KV
Regulatory
Electrical Safety IEC 60950-1 , CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1; UL 60950-1
Laser Safety EN/IEC 60825-1 Class 2
21 CFR 1040 (CDRH) (Class2)
Led class Safety IEC Class 1
EMI/RFI North America (FCC) : Part 15 Class B, Canada ( IC) : ICES-003
Class B, European Union EMC Directive, Australian (C-tick)

Troubleshooting
Quick Reference Guide 13
Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions
Nothing happens when
the scan button is
pulled.
No power to the reader. Check system power. Ensure
power supply is connected.
Interface or power cables
are loose.
Ensure all cable connections
are secure.
Laser comes on, but
barcode does not
decode.
Reader not programmed
for correct barcode type.
Ensure reader is pro-
grammed to read the type
of barcode scanned. Refer to
the Product Reference Guide
(PRG) for more information.
Barcode label is unread-
able.
Check the label to ensure it
is not defaced. Try scanning
another barcode type.
Distance between reader
and barcode is incorrect.
Move reader closer to or fur-
ther from the barcode.
Barcode is decoded but
not transmitted to the
host.
Reader not programmed
for the correct host type.
Scan the appropriate host
type barcode. Refer to the
Product Reference Guide
(PRG) for more information.
For detailed troubleshooting, refer to the
Product Reference Guide.

LED and Beeper Indications
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LED and Beeper Indications
The reader’s beeper sounds and its LED illuminates to indicate
various functions or errors on the reader. A “Green Spot” also
lights to indicate a good read. The tables below list these indica-
tions. One exception to the behaviors listed in the tables is that the
reader’s functions are programmable, and may or may not be
turned on. For example, certain indications, such as the power-up
beep can be disabled using programming barcode labels. Reference
the PRG for a more detailed list.
Indication LED Beeper
Power-up
LED flashes/blinks on
power-up, however, this may
be too rapid to view. With a
USB interface, the LED blinks
until enumeration with the
host is completed.
Reader beeps four times at
highest frequency and vol-
ume upon power-up.
Good Read
LED behavior for this indica-
tion is configurable using the
PRG.
One beep at current fre-
quency, volume,
mono/bi-tonalsetting upon
a successful label scan.
ROM Failure 200ms on / 200ms off
Reader sounds one error
beep at highest volume for
200 mS.
Limited Scanning
Label Read N/A
Reader 'chirps' six times at
the highest frequency and
current volume.
Reader Disabled The LED blinks continuously
100ms on / 900 ms off N/A

Programming Barcodes
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Programming Barcodes
For your convenience, this guide includes the programming bar-
codes required to configure the reader for use with different inter-
face (terminal/host) types.
See the Product Reference Guide (PRG) for more complete infor-
mation about programming and configurable features. You can
download the latest version of the PRG and any other available
publications for the reader from the website listed on the back cov-
er of this manual.
Resetting the Standard Product
Defaults
If you aren’t sure what programming options are in your reader, or
you’ve changed some options and want the factory settings re-
stored, scan the Factory Default Settings barcode below. This will
copy the factory configuration for the currently active interface to
the current configuration.
Factory Default Settings
Some interfaces require the scanner to start in
the disabled state when powered up. If addi-
tional scanner configuration is desired while in
this state, pull the trigger and hold it for five
seconds. The scanner will change to a state that
allows programming with barcodes.

Programming Barcodes
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RS-232 Interface
To use an RS-232 interface, scan the barcode for the desired
RS-232 host type.
Select RS-232 Standard
Select RS-232 Wincor Nixdorf
Select RS-232 OPOS (for use with OPOS/UPOS/JavaPOS)