Welch Allyn Hand Held Products Quick Check 600 Series User manual

™
Quick Check
®
600/800 Series
Bar Code Verifiers
User’s Guide

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This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Riles. Operation is subject to the
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may cause undesired operation.
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to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
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Chapter 1 - Getting Started
About This Guide ................................................................. 1-1
Unpacking the Quick Check 600/800 Verifier ..................... 1-3
Noting the Verifier’s Features........................................ 1-4
Specifications........................................................................ 1-8
Installing the Batteries .......................................................... 1-8
Charging the Batteries.................................................... 1-9
Calibrating the Quick Check 600/800 Verifier ............ 1-14
Properly Scanning With the Unit ................................. 1-15
Cleaning the Wand....................................................... 1-17
Accessories and Options .............................................. 1-17
Chapter 2 - Quick Start Guide
Chapter 3 - Changing the Settings
Changing the Specifications ................................................. 3-2
Symbologies................................................................... 3-2
Symbology Specifications.............................................. 3-3
Magnification Factor...................................................... 3-4
Expand U.P.C./EO ......................................................... 3-4
Check Options................................................................ 3-4
Modes Shown................................................................. 3-5
Character Font & Tolerances ......................................... 3-6
Wide-to-Narrow Ratio ................................................... 3-6
Fixed Message Length ................................................... 3-6
Industry Applications..................................................... 3-8
Changing the Test Criteria.................................................... 3-9
Scan Grade ..................................................................... 3-9
Decodability ................................................................. 3-10
ANSI/CEN/ISO grades ................................................ 3-10
Number of Scans .......................................................... 3-10
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Changing the Scanning Options.......................................... 3-12
Beeper Pitch..................................................................3-12
Extended Accuracy....................................................... 3-12
Decode Direction.......................................................... 3-12
Changing the Output Options.............................................. 3-13
Display Options ............................................................ 3-13
Parameter Result Lines................................................. 3-14
Print Options.................................................................3-14
AutoPrint/Store............................................................. 3-15
Scan Profile................................................................... 3-15
Resetting the Default Settings.............................................3-17
Locking the Settings............................................................3-17
Using a Command Code .....................................................3-17
About Command Codes................................................3-18
Choosing a Command Code ......................................... 3-20
Customized Command Codes ......................................3-20
Chapter 4 - Reviewing Scan Data
Reviewing Scan Results........................................................4-1
Scan Grades........................................................................... 4-1
ANSI/CEN/ISO Symbol Grade ...................................... 4-2
Reviewing a Scan Example................................................... 4-5
LED Display.......................................................................... 4-8
Audio Sounds ........................................................................ 4-8
Reviewing the Dimensional Parameters ...............................4-9
Errors in Dimensional Parameters.................................. 4-9
Calculating X ................................................................ 4-11
Reviewing the Reflectance Parameters...............................4-12
Errors in Reflectance Parameters ................................ 4-13
Reviewing the Format Parameters ......................................4-14
Errors in Format Parameters......................................... 4-15
Reviewing Messages .................................................... 4-16
Using SSTR Codes to Review Data .............................4-17
Using the Quick Check Verifier as a Reflectometer...........4-19

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Chapter 5 - Saving and Printing
Saving Data ...........................................................................5-1
Checking the Print Buffer During Operation ........................5-1
Printing Data..........................................................................5-2
Deleting Stored Data .............................................................5-4
Interfacing With a Computer ..........................................5-4
Reviewing the Printouts..................................................5-5
Printing Guidelines................................................................5-8
Using the QCP or QCHSP..............................................5-8
Troubleshooting the QCP or QCHSP ...........................5-13
QCSSP Controls and Components ...............................5-13
Troubleshooting the QCSSP.........................................5-16
QCSSP Troubleshooting Chart.....................................5-17
Chapter 6 - Background Information
General Bar Code Information ..............................................6-1
Symbology Specifications.....................................................6-2
Symbologies....................................................................6-2
Symbology Characteristics....................................................6-3
How a Bar Code Verifier Works...........................................6-6
Additional Information..........................................................6-7
Chapter 7 - Using DataMatch
Understanding the DataMatch Feature..................................7-1
Structuring and Loading the Database ..................................7-1
Selecting the DataMatch Feature ..........................................7-4
Reviewing DataMatch Results ..............................................7-5

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Chapter 8 - Using a Quick Check 800 Verifier
Using the Quick Check 800 Verifier with a QC3800V Linear
Imager ................................................................................ 8-1
General Operation...........................................................8-1
Reflectance-Based Information ...................................... 8-2
ScanProfile Output ......................................................... 8-2
Percent Decoded/Scanned Mode .................................... 8-3
Chapter 9 - Error, Application, and Type Messages
Chapter 10 - Flow Charts
Chapter 11 - SSTR Codes
Chapter 12 - Special Codes
Chapter 13 - Unrecognized Symbols
Unrecognized Symbols ....................................................... 13-1
Chapter 14 - Customer Support
Troubleshooting ..................................................................14-1
Help Desk............................................................................ 14-4
Limited Warranty .........................................................14-4

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1Getting Started
About This Guide
This manual contains information on the Quick Check600/800 Series Bar
Code Verifiers. It describes all the features and functions of the Quick Check
600/800 Verifier and all the industry applications that can be enabled on the
Quick Check 600/800 Verifier. Your particular Quick Check Verifier may have
fewer applications.
This manual is organized into the following chapters:
Chapter 1 Getting Started
Chapter 2 Quick Start Guide
Chapter 3 Changing the Settings
Chapter 4 Reviewing Scan Data
Chapter 5 Saving and Printing
Chapter 6 Background Information
Chapter 7 Using DataMatch
Chapter 8 Using a Quick Check 800 Verifier
(Specific to the Quick Check 800 Verifier
only )
Chapter 9 Error, Application, and Type Messages
Chapter 10 Flow Charts
Chapter 11 SSTR Codes
Chapter 12 Special Codes
Chapter 13 Unrecognized Symbols
Chapter 14 Customer Support

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This manual uses several special symbols to refer to the controls on the instru-
ment. The following table shows the symbols and their descriptions.
Some terms used in this manual may differ slightly from the terms used in the
Quick Check Verifier software menus due to space restrictions. The following
table shows these terms.
Symbol Description
POWER or SELECT
or ↑, ↓, ←, → Represents a button on the Quick Check Verifier unit
Scan or Low Battery Shows the LED display on the Quick Check
unit
♦Indicates steps to follow to perform a proce-
dure
Term in manual Term in software
W/N WN
U.P.C.
(Universal Product Code) UPC

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Unpacking the Quick Check 600/800 Verifier
When you first receive your Quick Check 600/800 Verifier, you should unpack it
carefully. Before attempting to use the instrument, inspect the contents of the
package for any shipping damage. If there is evidence of damage, please keep
all packing materials and contact the delivery carrier as soon as possible for
claim procedure.
Confirm that you have the following items:
•Quick Check 600/800 Verifier
•Wand scanner (specific to the QC600 series)
•Linear Imager (specific to the QC800 series)
•AC Charger
•Four “AA”NiCad batteries
•Quick Check 600/800 Verifier User’s Guide
(this publication)
•Manual Package containing:
Test Symbols
Warranty Card
Gauge Ruler
“X”Dimension Ruler
If you do not have all these items, contact your sales representative.

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Noting the Verifier’s Features
The Quick Check 600/800 Verifier is a full-featured bar code verifier compatible
with all major linear bar code symbologies. It is suitable for desktop use in the
office and is easily carried for portable verification in the field. It is both a quick
and easy to use pass/fail tester for bar code symbols and a powerful measuring
tool for detailed testing of these same symbols.
All the information you need to interpret overall symbol quality is available. The
Quick Check 600/800 Verifier unit is housed in a compact and lightweight impact
resistant case.
Quick Check 600/800 Verifier

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The symbologies tested by the verifier include
Each model of the Quick Check 600/800 Verifier is capable of testing either all,
none, or different sets of industry applications. If you are not sure which appli-
cations are available on your unit, refer to "Changing the Specifications" on
page 3-2 of this manual to display a list of available applications. Industry stan-
dard symbols (applications) tested by the Quick Check 600/800 Verifier include:
•EAN/UPC
•Code 39
•Interleaved 2 of 5
•Code 128
•Code 93
•Codabar
•Code 11
•Code 16K
•Code 49
•MSI
•IATA 2 of 5
•Interleaved 2 of 5
•AIAG
•CTIA/ABCD
•LOGMARS
•SCC
•Coupon Code
•HIBC
•CCBBA
•SISAC
•BOOKLAND

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The Quick Check 600/800 Verifier provides the following types of scan data:
•Type of symbology verified
•ANSI/CEN/ISO and traditional print quality results
•Uniformity in bar guard size (UPC)
•Data string identifiers
•Application identifiers
•Function characters
•Data check characters
•Bar/Space dimensional indication and measurement
•Wide/Narrow ratio measurement
•Character format verification
•Quiet zone tests
•With a printer, hardcopy results and ANSI/CEN/ISO scan profiles
•Profile
You can customize the settings for specifications, test criteria, scanning options,
and output options to your preferences. These options are described in
Chapter
3, Changing the Settings
.
Display
The liquid crystal display (LCD) provides four lines of text, each with up to 20
characters per line. The four lines allow you to quickly and easily review a large
amount of scan data and view a variety of options. Some text, such as the word
“SCAN,”is displayed in a larger size for easier reading. Each scan grade and
the resulting ANSI/CEN/ISO symbol grade appear in a large letter or number on
the right of the display.
While the scan and symbol grade look the same, the difference is clear. The
second line of a symbol grade display states it is a symbol grade, either running
or final. For additional information, refer to
Chapter 4, Reviewing Scan Data

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LEDs
If you set the verifier to evaluate symbols using traditional methods, the light-
emitting diodes (LEDs) indicate bar growth and shrinkage. If you set the verifier
to use ANSI/CEN/ISO evaluation criteria, the LEDs display the ANSI/CEN/ISO
grade. For your convenience, the display option feature called LEDs allows you
to select ANSI/CEN/ISO test criteria, yet have the LEDs display bar growth
rather than pass or fail. See "Changing the Output Options" on page 3-13 for
additional information.
Buttons
You can review the software selections using the four arrow buttons (↓,↑,←,→)
and the SELECT button. The arrows allowyou to move the on-screen cursor. If
the scan data length exceeds the display length, a right-hand arrow appears as
the right character of the display. Press →to review the additional data and
then press ←to restore the original display.
Audio Sound
An audio signal gives you a quick indication if a scan passes or fails the current
test. You can change the pitch/volume of these beeps. After a scan, one beep
indicates that the symbol passes an appropriate battery of tests, while three
beeps indicate that it fails in some regard.
Special Features
In addition, the Quick Check 600/800 Verifier has a database feature. You can
connect the verifier to your computer and download a database into the verifier.
While scanning, the verifier can provide additional information about the
scanned code; for example, the name of the product. More information about
the database feature is provided in
Chapter 7, Using DataMatch .
The Quick Check 600/800 Verifier also supports two customized operational
modes: Reflectometer mode and Command Code function. In the Reflectome-
ter mode, the unit operates as a free-running reflectometer. "Using the Quick
Check Verifier as a Reflectometer" on page 4-19 contains information about
reflectometer mode. The Command Code is a specially structured bar code
symbol that offers a unique wayfor you to quickly program the settings.
Chapter
3, Changing the Settings
, contains instructions on changing the settings. This
manual contains separate and versatile bar code menus to Single-Scan-to-
Result (SSTR) Codes or to customize the unit (Command Code).

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Ports
The ports on the back of the unit connect to a recharging unit or to a printer
interface cable. The smaller port is for charging the unit. The larger port con-
nects to RS-232 serial communication devices, such as HHP’s QC P, QCHS P,
and QCSSP printers.
The port on the front of the unit connects to the pen or mouse wand scanner. A
wand scanner holder, on the back of the unit, secures the wand when it is not in
use.
Specifications
Installing the Batteries
The Quick Check 600/800 Verifier is shipped with four “AA”NiCad rechargeable
batteries. You must install the batteries in the unit before you use it. The batter-
ies may be discharged and need to be charged.
Item Specification
Dimensions 4.30”W x 2.75”H x 5.25”D
(10.9 cm W x 7.0 cm H x 13.3 cm D)
Weight 1.0 lb. (454 g) with wand attached and batteries
installed
Temperature Storage: -20°to 70°C
Operational: 0°to 50°C
Humidity 5% to 95% RH non condensing
Sealability Designed to meet NEMA 1
Regulatory approvals FCC - Class A limits
Display 4 x 20 characters/line LCD
Keypad 6-button: POWER, SELECT, ↑, ↓, ←, →
Audible signal Volume/tone adjustable beeper
(includes volume off position)
LED indicators Five tri-colored LEDs
Batteries Four “AA”NiCad
Data Buffer 32 KB; the onboard memory can store data and scan
profiles.

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You must install the four NiCad rechargeable batteries in the
Quick Check 600/800 Verifier before you connect the charger or
the printer to the unit. If you do not install the batteries first, you
may damage the unit and consequently void the warranty. Use
only the supplied batteries. If you use other types of batteries
(such as alkaline) and attempt to recharge them, you could
cause the batteries to explode, damage the unit, and possibly
cause a personal injury. Damage caused by attempts to
recharge any batteries, except those supplied with the unit, voids
any and all Quick Check 600/800 Verifier warranties.
To Install the Batteries
1. Slide off the battery cover on the bottom of the unit.
2. Insert the four batteries into the compartment, matching the “+”on the
battery ends with the “+”on the bottom of the compartment, and press
each battery into place.
3. Slide the battery cover back in place.
Charging the Batteries
The Quick Check 600/800 Verifier uses rechargeable batteries. An AC charger
is supplied to recharge these batteries. The Quick Check 600/800 Verifier is
intended to be powered from the batteries, not directly from an adapter or AC
outlet. With a set of properly charged batteries, the unit operates continuously
for a minimum of 1.5 hours. When not in use, you can leave the unit connected
to the charger. To extend the battery life, battery manufacturers recommend
you fully charge the unit, use it until the batteries are
completely discharged,
and then fully charge the batteries.
A Low Battery message on the bottom line of the opening display may
appear when you power up your Quick Check 600/800 Verifier or during use.
When this message appears, you cannot scan bar code symbols, but you can
perform other operations, such as changing the settings. If you turn the unit off
and then on again, the Low Battery message may disappear momentarily,
but reappears when the batteries are discharged more.
WARNING

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The Low Battery message appears before the battery is completely dis-
charged to preserve proper unit operation. However, this message may appear
for a variety of other reasons including variations in battery power, temperature,
component efficiency, or rapid cycle time. If your battery has not lasted for a
continuous hour and a halfof operation, and yoususpect a low battery is
not the
cause for the message, turn the unit off and then on again. If the message
reappears immediately on power up, the batteries are discharged and you
should recharge the unit. If the message does not reappear, you can continue
to use the unit. If you think there is a problem with your batteries, contact HHP.
To charge the batteries:
1. Turn off the verifier.
2. Plug the AC charger into the port on the back of the unit.
3. Plug the AC charger into a VAC wall outlet.
4. The batteries start charging. If you have completely discharged the bat-
teries, charge them for a minimum of 12 hours. If the batteries are par-
tially discharged, charge them for less time.
5. After charging, remove the AC charger from the unit. The verifier is
ready for use.
Turning the Unit On and Off
When you turn on the verifier, it contains the settings stored from the last time
you changed them. Chapter 3, Changing the Settings describes these settings
and provides instructions for changing them.
The verifier shuts itself off after a minute of inactivity to conserve battery power.
You can also turn the unit off at any time. When you turn off the unit, the setting
options you selected are automatically saved. There is no need for a separate
save command.
Insert the wand scanner into the port on the front of the unit.

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♦
♦♦
♦To turn on the unit:
1. Press the POWER button.
The unit emits four quick beeps and displays the opening screen. The
upper lines of the opening display show the Quick Check 600/800 Veri-
fier model number. The bottom line of the opening display provides a
variety of information. If the bottom line of the opening display states:
•Low Battery, then charge the batteries as described previously.
•Recalibrate, then calibrate the unit as described later in this chap-
ter.
•Other information as described below. Review it and then scan a bar
code symbol.
If the unit was set to verify an industry application (rather than symbol-
ogies) before being turned off, the bottom line of the opening display
shows the name of the application that was in use.
If the unit was set to verify symbologies before being turned off, the
bottom line shows the spectral response of the wand scanner con-
nected to the unit, such as 660 nanometers (nm) and the wand aper-
ture size for the unit such as 6 mils (one thousandth of an inch).
"Accessories and Options" on page 1-17 describes the available
wands. The wavelength and aperture described are necessary to
obtain the proper symbol grade.
If the unit was set to use the database feature before being turned off,
the bottom line shows the term DATABASE.
Measuring Aperture
Note: 6 mil (0.006 inch) diameter aperture is recommended for EAN/UPC.
2. The display that follows the opening screen depends on two conditions:
whether a printer is available, and how the AutoPrint/Store feature is set.
If the first line of the display states:
•No Printer Attached, then refer to step 2.a
•Print Buffer, then refer to step 3.
X Dimension
inches (mm)
Measuring Aperture
Diameter
inches (mm) Number
0.004 (0.102)<X<0.007 (0.178) 0.003 (0.076) 03
0.007 (0.178)<X<0.013 (0.330) 0.005 (0.127) 05
0.013 (0.330)<X<0.025 (0.635) 0.010 (0.254) 10
0.025 (0.635)<X 0.020 (0.508) 20

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2.a If a No Printer Attached message appears, it indicates that
a printer is not available to the verifier; that is, the verifier is not con-
nected to a printer, or the verifier is connected to a printer but the
printer is turned off. The second line of this display provides both the
percent of the memory used for the stored records and the number of
scan records in the memory. If there are no stored records, both val-
ues are zero.
Depending on the status of the AutoPrint/Store feature (on or off),
you have different ways to respond to this display.
If the AutoPrint/Store feature is set to On (the default), you can:
•Continue with the AutoStore
•Clear
•Change
The cursor is at the asterisk next to the term Continue with
AutoStore.
2.b To continue obtaining scan results with the AutoPrint/Store feature
setting On, press SELECT. After a scan, the results appear on the
display and are automatically stored in the memory. The previously
stored results remain in the memory.
2.c To clear (delete) the records stored in the memory, press ↓to place
the cursor on the asterisk next to the term Clear and then press
SELECT. The stored results and the result from the last scan are
deleted from the Quick Check 600/800 Verifier’s memory.
2.d To change the AutoPrint/Store feature setting to Off, press ↓and
→to place the cursor on the asterisk next to the term Change and
then press SELECT. The Change settings printout options display
appears. Press →to change the setting to Off. After a scan, the
results appear on the display, but are not automatically stored in the
memory. The previously stored results remain in the
memory.
If the AutoPrint/Store feature is set to Off, you can:
•Continue
•Clear
•Continue with AutoStore
The cursor is at the asterisk next to the term Continue.
2.e To continue obtaining scan results with the AutoPrint/Store feature
setting Off, press SELECT. After a scan, the results appear on the
display but are not automatically stored in the memory. The previ-
ously stored results remain in the memory.