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2755-6.13, StrataScan Bar Code Readers User Manual

1. P ower Transformer F1Triac Fuse Holder F2 Control Fuse Holder Package Detect Terminal Block 3 a D C i ft gt X i IO lt _ gt SSR J 2 J umper C iy 55 a i O00000 Power Terminal Block i e 67 GO Voltage J 1 umper oD T Selector ia Triac Terminal Switch D Bok 0 00 Grounding posts Publication 2755 6 13 NE ee ee To J LED Status Indicators Decoding Hardware Features 2 5 The readers can decode the following symbologies e UPC EAN e Codabar e Code 11 e Code 39 e Code 39 Full ASCII e Code 39 Mod 43 e Code 93 e Code 128 e Interleaved 2 of 5 e Interleaved 2 of 5 Mod 10 e Paraf e MSI Plessey e MSI Plessey Mod 10 Check digit e MSI Plessey Mod 10 10 Check digit e UK Plessey e Airline 2 of 5 e Matrix 2 of 5 e telepen Refer to Chapter 2 of StrataSet Programming Software Programming Guide Publication No 2755 6 14 for more information on the code types listed above Publication 2755 6 13 2 6 Hardware Features Safety Information Publication 2755 6 13 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with 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 whe
2. Te Installing Your Hardware 4 7 ATTENTION Before connecting power make sure that the 3 power leads from the interface box power cord are connected to their proper locations on the power terminal block and grounding posts inside the interface box case A domestic and a European example are shown in the following illustration Make sure that the interface box is connected to an ac source per local regional electrical codes US 3 Wire Power Terminal Block Color Code To Groundin Ln post g O l Interface Box Cover l L Grn Blk Wht e I 2 Ol tit sO 2 O European 3 Wire oS O r oH Color Code T l a 1010 OAO OO Ol To Grounding N_Ln In or 1000 O post OO Grounding posts gt fly Grn Yel Blue Brn e Ss Power Cable T O DE KE Voltage Selector Switch To Power Receptacle ATTENTION Before applying power to the interface box make sure the voltage selector switch is in the correct position 11 Connect the interface box to the power receptacle supplying 100 240V ac 12 Connect the power supply cable to the power supply and to the power receptacle supplying 100 240V ac When power is applied to the reader the green LED flashes on and off t
3. gt T i Sa In E i d l J U f 15 pin J connector Reader Publication 2755 6 13 1 4 Introduction to StrataScan Bar Code Readers Install the interface box Mount the interface box to your mounting surface after having attached the sensor relay leads to the Chapter 4 sensor terminal block inside the interface box Make sure that the 3 power leads from the interface Installing Your box power cord are connected to their correct locations on the power terminal block and grounding Hardware posts terminals inside the interface box case Interface Screw Holes Screw Holes Box pE LL ei Sensor Terminal Bloc l L S L i Power Terminal Block O JS 20 j it O g d Z L T Y 2 Interface K a O00000 Box G O Grounding posts gt p T Power Cable Y x To Power Receptacle Sensor KA Cable S D nsor housing Publication 2755 6 13 Introduction to StrataScan Bar Code Readers 1 5 CE Install the power supply Place the power supply Catalog No 77126 896 01 within 12 ft 3 66 m of the scanner Chapter 4 Installing Your Hardware Ms Connect the hardware components together If you are using an interface box conn
4. 5 73 in 14 55cm E Top View Side View lt 2 54 in 6 45 cm x lt 5 717 in 14 66 Cm E lt 2 50 in 6 35 cm Publication 2755 6 13 A 6 Specifications Mounting Bracket Dimensions 8 25 in 20 96 cm gt Mounting bracket dimensions for all StrataScan readers are shown starting below Replacement Part Number 77126 898 01 for reader 2755 LHR 5B 0 41 in 1 04 cm 3 25 in 8 26 c N Side View lt 11 00 in 27 94 cm 9 75 in A y 1 50 in 3 81 cm 24 77 cm Top View Publication 2755 6 13 Front View Specifications A 7 Replacement Part Number 77126 898 02 for readers 2755 LHR 3C 5C and 5BX1 0 41 in 1 04 cm ae in 8 26 cm Kg U Side View lt 1475 in 37 47 cm A 12 00 in 30 48 cm i i l A 1 50 in 3 81 cm p 11 19 in lege LEE Fe 28 42 cm 6 00 in 15 24 cm Top View Y Front View Publication 2755 6 13 Appendix B Cable Pinouts This appendix provides the cable pinouts for the readers interface box power supply and assorted cables Publication 2755 6 13 B 2 Cable Pinouts Reader Pinouts The following sections provide the pinouts for the StrataScan Bar Code Readers Catalog No
5. Allen Bradley StrataScan Bar Code Readers U ser Manual Cat Nos 2755 LHR 5B 2755 LHR 3C 2755 LHR 5C and 2755 LHR 5BX1 Important User Information Because of the variety of uses for the products described in this publication those responsible for the application and use of this control equipment must satisfy themselves that all necessary steps have been taken to assure that each application and use meets all performance and safety requirements including any applicable laws regulations codes and standards The illustrations charts sample programs and layout examples shown in this guide are intended solely for purposes of example Since there are many variables and requirements associated with any particular installation Allen Bradley does not assume responsibility or liability to include intellectual property liability for actual use based upon the examples shown in this publication Allen Bradley publication SGI 1 1 Safety Guidelines for the Application Installation and Maintenance of Solid State Control available from your local Allen Bradley office describes some important differences between solid state equipment and electromechanical devices that should be taken into consideration when applying products such as those described in this publication Reproduction of the contents of this copyrighted publication in whole or in part without written permission of Allen Bradley Company Inc is pr
6. 13 F to 185 F 25 C to 85 C Operating Humidity 20 80 non condensing Storage Humidity 5 90 non condensing e CSA certified Agency Certification e UL Recognized eCE marked for all applicable directives Publication 2755 6 13 A 4 Specifications StrataScan Bar Code Reader dimensions are shown below Reader Dimensions Catalog Number 2755 LHR 5B Front View Side View A OO 575in ie Oo 14 6cm amp p oo j OO y lt 11 45 in 29 1 cm 2 lt _ _ 11 12 in 28 2 cm _ _ gt Catalog Numbers 2755 LHR 3C 5C and 5BX1 Front View Side View A o OO 7 25 in o 18 4 cm oo DO E ODO tL 15 19 in 38 6cm E 14 31 in 36 3 cm __ Publication 2755 6 13 Specifications A 5 Interface Box Dimensions Dimensions for the interface box are shown below Catalog Number 2755 LHB 1 Front View Top View T A 3 25 in D 8 26 cm q D lt 6 0 in 15 24 cm gt 5 31 in 13 48 cm 74 in 18 89 cm E ID ea N i Power Supply Dimensions Power supply dimensions are shown below Replacement Part Number 77126 896 01 Front View 1 50 in 3 81cm 1 59 in 4 04 cm
7. e Guidelines for Handling Lithium Batteries publication AG 5 4 e Automation Systems Catalog publication B111 Publication 2755 6 13 C 2 European Union Directives Declaration of Conformity Below is a copy of the Declaration of Conformity for the StrataScan Bar code Readers Catalog Numbers 2755 LHR SB 3C 5C and 5BX1 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY This Declaration of Conformity is suitable to the European Standard EN 45014 General criteria for supplier s declaration of conformity The basis for the criteria has been found in international documentation particularly in ISO IEC Guide 22 1982 Information on manufacturers declaration of conformity with standards or other technical specifications Allen Bradley liability under this declaration is limited to that set forth in the current Allen Bradiey publication 6500 Terms and Conditions of Sale as well as similar publications from Allen Bradley affiliates doing business in the European Community Applied Council Directive s Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive EMC 89 336 EEC Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC and amending directives 91 263 EEC 92 31 EEC 93 68 EEC We Manufacturer Allen Bradley Company Inc Authorized Rockwell Automation subsidiary of 1201 South 2nd Street Representative in the Rockwell International GmbH Milwaukee WI 53204 Community and focation Diisselberger Str 15 USA of Responsible Person D 42781 Haan Germany declare un
8. you have an understanding of bar code readers and control equipment Because it is an introduction this chapter does not contain detailed explanations about the procedures listed It does however reference other chapters in this book where you can get more information If you have any questions or are unfamiliar with the terms used or concepts presented in the procedural steps always read the referenced chapters and other recommended documentation before trying to apply the information This chapter tells you e what tools and equipment you need e procedures for getting your system up and running Have the following tools and equipment ready e screwdriver e drill tape measure e personal computer with StrataScan software Publication 2755 6 13 1 2 Introduction to StrataScan Bar Code Readers Procedures R Check the contents of shipping boxes Unpack the shipping boxes while making sure that the contents include StrataScan Holographic reader Catalog No 2755 LHR 5B 3C 5C or 5BX1 Mounting bracket Catalog No 77126 898 01 or 02 Power supply 12V dc Catalog No 77126 896 01 Disk based Hardware User Manual Catalog No 2755 6 13 DISK StrataScan Bar Code Readers Instruction Sheet Pub No 2755 5 16 On line Programming Guide Catalog No 2755 6 14 DISK included with Programming software Self Mailer Catalog No 41062 002 01 A If the contents are incomplete call your local Allen Bradley repre
9. To Power Receptacl 2 Supply 0 Fower Receptacle S m H r A i j NV 77126 896 01 Grounding Pin To Reader 9 pin EL connector ai To PC 9 pin H connector To Reader 25 pin HG HEE H IH To Reader 15 pin t 8 pin connector connector Af Reader TREE oP 2755 LHC 2 Interface Box 9 Connect your sensor PhotoSwitch 6000 or 9000 Series to the interface box by attaching the sensor leads to the sensor terminal block inside the interface box The sensor itself will have the proper connection scheme imprinted on its housing Follow the method shown there For instance brown to 12V out white to sink in blue to common black to source Black is often disregarded Publication 2755 6 13 Publication 2755 6 13 Installing Your Hardware Sensor Terminal al I l JSzO lo ome O Interface O a Box SO D mee 000000 gt NE O R 000 J 2 O DaS Common Sensor 12V out a Cable Sink in gt Sensor housing 10 Mount the interface box Catalog No 2755 LHB 1 Its dimensions are shown in Appendix A li Screw Holes Screw Holes s
10. cnc cc senadeav eee caves ht ewes Troubleshooting the Readers 1 ccc cece cece eee eee Technical Support Services creda dee ieee kta eed ae ees Appendix A StrataScan Bar Code Reader Specifications Interface Box Specifications uaaa Power Supply Specifications ccc eee eee eens StrataScan Bar Code Reader Dimensions Catalog Number 2755 LHR 5B ww cece eee ees Catalog Numbers 2755 LHR 3C 5C and 5BX1 05 Interface Box Dimensions cece cece ee eee ees Catalog Number 2755 LHB 1 cas cwisda ead eiacwaeaoslen eatin Power Supply DIMENSIONS i ccs ccenvaeces vee envate vas Replacement Part Number 77126 896 01 Mounting Bracket Dimensions ccc cece eee eee eens Replacement Part Number 77126 898 01 for reader 2755 LHR 5B scx cipedexdceveeeteavi eaesas Replacement Part Number 77126 898 02 for readers 2755 LHR 3C 5C and 5BX1 ccc Appendix B Reader Pinouts nunun unana anaana dae Pee dew eee be eee ROI E asx Interface Box Port eee Power Supply Port cokopedd sbouiwsdeaes de dour dasas Hand Held Port Pinouts 0 ccc ect teens Interface BOX Bingu Power Supply Pinouts e ae eee eee eee Po Se Reader Master slave Cable Pinouts 0 cece eee eae Reader Null Modem Cable Pinouts n ccc aaae Interface Box Cable Pinouts cece ees Interface Box Master slave Cable Pinouts Appendix C Compliance
11. liable for indirect or consequential damages resulting from the use of application of this information The examples shown in this document are intended solely to illustrate the principles of the bar code reader and some of the methods used to apply them Particularly because of the many requirements associated with any particular installation Allen Bradley Company cannot assume responsibility or liability for actual use based upon the illustrative uses and applications Publication 2755 6 13 4 2 Installing Your Hardware RS232 Installations Publication 2755 6 13 Refer to the following sections to install your system hardware based on the type of equipment you select PLC or PC to the Reader 1 Make sure your system is planned properly Refer to Chapter 3 for information about planning your system Refer to Appendix A for dimensions of readers mounting brackets power supplies and interface boxes Cable pinouts are shown in Appendix B Install the mounting bracket Catalog Nos 77126 898 01 or 77126 898 02 for the readers Catalog Nos 2755 LHR S5B 2755 LHR 3C 2755 LHR SC and 2755 LHR 5BX1 Make sure placement of the mounting bracket allows you to connect the reader to the PLC or PC and power supply Also make sure bracket placement provides the correct read range for the reader The maximum cable length from the reader to another device is 50 ft 15 24 m when using RS232 Use RS422 when distances rea
12. of readers mounting brackets power supplies and interface boxes Cable pinouts are shown in Appendix B 3 Install the mounting bracket Catalog Nos 77126 898 01 or 77126 898 02 for the readers Catalog Nos 2755 LHR 5B 2755 LHR 3C 2755 LHR SC and 2755 LHR 5BX1 Make sure placement of the mounting bracket allows you to connect the reader to the PLC or PC interface box and power supply Also make sure bracket placement provides the correct read range for the reader The maximum cable length from the reader to another device is 50 ft 15 24 m when using RS232 Use RS422 when distances reach up to 2000 feet 609 6 m 4 Mount the reader to the mounting bracket Mounting Bracket 5 Install your PLC or PC For proper installation refer to the installation information provided with each product Installing Your Hardware 4 5 6 Connect the null modem cable Catalog No 2755 LHC 11 to the PLC or PC 9 pin connector and the reader 25 pin connector 7 Place the power supply Catalog No 77126 896 01 within 12 ft 3 66 m of the reader Connect the power supply to the reader 8 Connect the interface box cable Catalog No 2755 LHC 2 to the interface box and the reader The 15 pin end of the cable connects to the reader and the 8 pin end to the interface box Make sure you lock into place the interface box end of the cable 7 Power D
13. the Solid Green Flashing Red R reader is in program mode Flashing Green and Red the reader has a motor failure Publication 2755 6 13 2 4 Hardware Features Interface Box Features The interface box routes signals between the readers and an external package detect The interface box has the following components Power transformer Supplies a stepped down and isolated voltage that produces the 12V dc power for the interface box and external sensor F2 control fuse holder Contains the 12V dc fuse for the interface box F1 triac fuse holder Contains the fuse for the triac output Power terminal block Provides the input connection point for the AC line that supplies power to the interface box Triac terminal block Provides the output connection point for the reader controlled power output LED status indicators Provides the status of power supply package detect and sensor alarm circuits Voltage selector switch Allows you to configure the interface box to match the incoming line voltage J1 jumper Allows you to configure the sensor input J2 jumper Allows you to configure the sensor input alarm Package detect terminal block Provides the connection point for the package detect ATTENTION Before applying power to the interface box make sure the voltage selector switch is in the correct position
14. to European Union Directives Low Voltage Directive cece eee eee eee eens Declaration of Conformity ccc cece eee eee eee eens Preface Chapter Objectives Read this chapter to familiarize yourself with the rest of the manual You will learn about contents of this manual conventions used in this manual intended audience related publications technical support Contents of this Manual The following table describes the contents of this manual Chapter Title Contents Describes the purpose background and scope of Preface this manual Also specifies the audience for whom this manual is intended Introduction to StrataScan Provides an introduction for the use of the l Bar Code Readers StrataScan Bar Code Readers Provides an overview of the readers and interface 2 Hardware Features ia c boxes Includes a description of accessory items 3 Designing Your System Gives specific criteria for setup symbols symbol orientation and head range 4 Installing Your Hardware Describes how to connect your system hardware 5 Maintenance and Describes how to maintain and troubleshoot your Troubleshooting system hardware Provides physical electrical environmental and Appendix A Specifications functional specifications for the readers and interface boxes Appendix B Cable Pinouts Lists the cable pinouts f European Union Provides requirements for readers when used Appendix C SO HR
15. 7 Catalog Numbers 2755 LHR 3C and 5C ww cece eee 2 7 Scan Beam SUSE sacs svcaantaiweteeet T ALT s 2 8 Reader Catalog Numbers ccc ccc e eee eee teens 2 9 ACCESSONGS are de aa SEJE ROEDE ek EAN AOR Ga dams 2 9 Chapter 3 Setup Goals rd aner d Ze eK Lda TER ha ord dae H 3 1 Symbol Height and Length savssiecivessudeatewsdeae tees 3 2 Symbol QUAI a T ET Z ET dR andes rua owns 3 2 Symbol Orientation siieu X eae dR A TR T EK T AT aeg 3 3 Tilt Pitch and SKEW ssc ced ra ark runnin T een ad 3 3 Wk sctteSanecadeeecsa dagen lad A E R 2 3 4 na re sca aar5 b RES ESSENSEN DES SEERE SES SE amaveded na a aa eae 3 4 SKEW 24058 AR dw ad baw RA wR URN a Pew E R 3 4 Determining Read Range cece cece cette ees 3 5 Catalog Number 2755 LHR 5B and 2755 LHR 5BX1 3 5 Catalog Numbers 2755 LHR 3C and 2755 LHR 5C 3 5 Chapter 4 RS232Installatio As 6 af bong Z tun rE L E Leddy eeu has 4 2 PLOOFPC tiie Reader 24 i 4 A E a cee dearer caw ee ee 4 2 PLC or PC to the Reader and Interface BOX 4 4 Publication 2755 6 13 toc ii Maintenance and Troubleshooting able Pinouts European Union Directives Publication 2755 6 13 Master slave Installation Without Interface Box PLC or PC to the Reader ReadertoaSecondReader Master slave Installation With Interface Box PLC or PC to the Reader Interface Box and a Second Reader Chapter 5 Cleaning the Scan Window
16. 78 in 91 4 to 198 1 cm 22 in 55 9 cm 0 04 in 1 02 mm 36 to 78 in 91 4 to 198 1 cm 22 in 55 9 cm 2755 LHR 5C 0 013 in 0 33 mm 34 to 64 in 86 4 to 162 6 cm 22 in 55 9 cm 0 04 in 1 02 mm 36 to 78 in 91 4 to 198 2 cm 22 in 55 9 cm 2755 LHR 5BX1 0 008 in 0 20 mm 33 to 43 in 83 8 to 109 2 cm 13 in 33 0 cm 0 025 in 0 64 mm 33 to 43 in 83 8 to 109 2 cm 13 in 33 0 cm Catalog Number 2755 LHR 5B Catalog Number 2755 LHR 5BX1 Scanner Distance From Front of Scanner Distance From Pronto Sranie 0 in 0 cm TE Oin 0 cm 18 in 45 7 cm 33 in 83 8 cm 8 in 96 5 cm i 38 in 96 5 cm San ih 43 in 109 2 cm Senat 12 in 30 5 cm 12 in 30 5 cm Catalog Numbers 2755 LHR 3C and 2755 LHR 5C Scanner Distance From Front of Scanner C 0 in 0 cm 34 in 86 4 cm 36 in 91 4 cm 64 in 162 6 cm 78 in 198 2 cm Scan Width 24 in 61 cm Publication 2755 6 13 Chapter 2l Installing Your Hardware This chapter provides the information needed to install the readers their mounting brackets their power supplies and interface boxes Items include e RS 232 installations e master slave installations Because of the variety of uses for the information users of and those responsible for applying this information must satisfy themselves as to the acceptability of each application and use of the program In no event will Allen Bradley Company be responsible or
17. 8 4 10 installations 4 2 S Safety Information overview 2 6 warning label 2 7 Scan Beam Options 2 8 Scan width maximum 3 5 scan window cleaning 5 1 scanner system determining symbol height and length 3 2 determining symbol quality 3 2 setup goals 3 1 scanners specifications A 2 scanning problems 5 3 sensor leads 4 5 Setup Goals 3 1 setup sequence master slave 4 10 Skew 3 4 Specifications A 1 specifications interface box A 3 power supply A 3 reader A 2 Strata scan beam 2 8 symbol height and length 3 2 orientation 3 3 quality 3 2 Tilt Pitch and Skew 3 3 Symbol Orientation overview 3 3 symbologies 2 5 7 Technical Support 5 5 Technical Support Services P 2 terminal block sensor 4 5 Tilt 3 3 Troubleshooting the reader 5 2 U unpacking shipping boxes 1 2 Publication 2755 6 13 D Rockwell Automation Rockwell Automation helps its customers receive a superior return on their investment by bringing together leading brands in industrial automation creating a broad spectrum of easy to integrate products These are supported by local technical resources available worldwide a global network of system solutions providers and the advanced technology resources of Rockwell Worldwide representation a Argentina e Australia e Austria e Bahrain e Belgium e Bolivia e Bra
18. C Directives within the European Union Publication 2755 6 13 P 2 Preface Conventions Used in this Manual Intended Audience Related Publication Technical Support Services Publication 2755 6 13 The following conventions are used throughout this manual e Bulleted lists such as this one provide information not procedural steps e Numbered lists provide sequential steps Italic type is used for emphasis e Text within square brackets in this font represent the keys you press No special knowledge is required to understand this document or use the StrataScan Bar Code Readers Catalog Nos 2755 LHR SB 2755 LHR 3C 2755 LHR 5C and 2755 LHR 5BX1 ATTENTION Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous laser light exposure The following table lists an additional publication related to the StrataScan Bar Code Readers Publication Number Title 2755 6 14 StrataS et Programming Software Programming Guide 2755 921 Bar Code Basics If you have any questions about the StrataScan Bar Code Reader please consult this manual first If you can t find the answer contact your local Allen Bradley support office or distributor Required Tools and Equipment Chapter 1 Introduction to StrataScan Bar Code Readers This chapter can help you to get started using the StrataScan Bar Code Readers We base the procedures here on the assumption that
19. D 5 2 C cannot scan bar code 5 4 characters being dropped 5 3 cleaning scan window 5 1 Compliance to European Union Directives C 1 connector 15 pin 4 5 4 12 25 pin 4 5 4 12 8 pin 4 5 4 12 9 pin 4 5 4 9 contacting Allen Bradley for assistance 5 5 Contents of this Manual P 1 Conventions Used in this Manual P 2 D Declaration of Conformity C 2 Decoding 2 5 Designing Your System 3 1 device timeout 5 4 device unavailable 5 4 dimensions interface box A 5 mounting bracket A 6 A 7 power supply A 5 reader A 4 Disc Operation 2 3 distance from front of scanner 3 5 distance from reader to another device 4 2 4 4 4 8 4 10 distances RS232 4 2 4 4 4 8 RS422 4 2 4 4 4 8 4 10 8 4 10 DOS error codes 5 4 5 F features reader 2 1 G green LED flashing 4 3 H Hardware Features interface box 2 4 overview 2 1 Holographic Scanning Disc 2 2 host handshaking problems 5 3 Installing mounting bracket 4 2 Installing Your Hardware 4 1 Intended Audience P 2 interface box 4 5 4 6 dimensions A 5 features 2 4 power connections 4 7 4 13 sensor connections 4 5 specifications A 3 interface format incompatibility 5 3 L laser caution symbol 2 7 Publication 2755 6 13 Publication 2755 6 13 M maintaining the r
20. Symbol samples can be submitted to an independent symbology testing company The ANSI guideline specified six parametric tests plus two pass fail tests to determine the printed symbol quality The tests result in an overall letter grade of A B C D or F assigned to the symbol In general symbols are most decodable in the A range with diminishing quality through F An F or failure occurs because a symbol does not conform to a legitimate bar code symbology whereas a D grade has a better chance of being read And a C has a still better chance of being read by more readers than a D And so on Symbol Orientation Designing Your System 3 3 Bar code symbols must have the correct aspect ratio to be read by the reader A scan line must cross every bar space and both quiet zones on the same sweep Correct All bars are crossed by a scan line lt Not Correct Some bars are not crossed by a scan Tilt Pitch and Skew line Refer to the figure below for various package orientations Tilt pitch and skew can affect the scan aspect ratio and as a result can affect the reader s ability to read bar code symbols reader Skewed Package and Symbol Pitched Package and Symbol Tilted Symbol Correctly Positioned Symbol and Package Publication 2755 6 13 3 4 Designing Your System Publication 2755 6 13 Tilt A symbol is tilted when the symbol s bars are not 90 to one of the scan lines The symbol c
21. acle ATTENTION Before applying power to the interface box make sure the voltage selector switch is in the correct position 10 Mount the interface box The dimensions of the interface box are shown in Appendix A gt lt Screw Holes Screw ae E Qiao 11 Connect the interface box to the power receptacle supplying 100 240V ac 12 Connect each power supply cable to each power supply and to the power receptacle supplying 100 240V ac Publication 2755 6 13 4 14 Installing Your Hardware Publication 2755 6 13 When power is applied to each reader the green LED flashes on and off then the red LED turns on and remains on A beep is emitted from each reader as well indicating the reader has power Scan beams are also emitted from each reader When power is applied to the interface box the green 12V LED turns on and remains on Cleaning the Scan Window Chapter 5 Maintenance and Troubleshooting This chapter provides information on how to maintain and troubleshoot your StrataScan hardware Items include e cleaning the scan window troubleshooting the readers e contacting Technical Support CAUTION Before cleaning window make sure that power to the reader is off Failure to disconnect power may cause exposure to laser light Carefully clean the window by first removing loose particles of dirt with canned ultra filtered air Then use an optical quality cloth moistened with an optical quality clea
22. an be read with any tilt provided a scan line passes through all bars and quiet zones on each sweep for the required minimum number of scans Tilt may reduce the number of scans in a given application Pitch A symbol is pitched when the symbol s bars are at different distances from the reader From the reader s perspective a pitched symbol appears to have a smaller narrow element width than it actually has This may reduce both the read rate and the read range However the symbol can still be read if the apparent narrow element width is within the reader s specifications Skew A symbol is skewed when the ends of the symbol s bars are not at the same distance from the reader The symbol can be read if the distance of both ends of the bar are within the reader s read range and the skew is less than 40 degrees from the centerline Unlike pitch skew does not affect the read range Designing Your System 3 5 Determining Read Range The readers can read bar code symbols at various distances depending upon the type of reader and the narrowest bar code element width width of smallest bar or space Minimum Bar Code Maximum Scan Catalog Number Width Read Range Width 2755 LHR 5B 0 008 in 0 20 mm 18 to 38 in 45 7 to 96 5 cm 12 in 30 5 cm 0 025 in 0 64 mm 18 to 38 in 45 7 to 96 5 cm 12 in 30 5 cm 2755 LHR 3C 0 013 in 0 33 mm 36 to
23. c reader 2755 LHR 5B Medium density three laser holographic reader 2755 LHR 3C Medium density five laser holographic reader 2755 LHR 5C High density five laser holographic reader 2755 LHR 5BX1 Accessories The following accessories are available with the readers Description Catalog Number Interface box 2755 LHB 1 Master Slave cable for readers 2755 LHC 1 Interface box cable 2755 LHC 2 Master Slave cable for interface box 2755 LHC 3 Null modem cable for readers 2755 LHC 11 Unterminated communications cable 2755 LHC 12 Replacement cover for 2755 LHR 5B 77126 899 01 Replacement cover for 2755 LHR 3C 5C and 5BX1 77126 899 02 Replacement mounting bracket for 2755 LHR 5B 77126 898 01 Replacement mounting bracket for 2755 LHR 3C and 2755 LHR 5C 77126 898 02 StrataS can Programming Software 2755 LHS 1 Replacement power supply for the readers 77126 896 01 Publication 2755 6 13 Setup Goals Chapter 3 Designing Your System This chapter provides the information needed to set up a scanner system correctly Items include setup goals symbol height and length symbol quality symbol orientation tilt pitch and skew determining read range Each application must be evaluated carefully Successful bar code scanning begins with quality bar code symbols and the correct number type and location of readers decoders and package sensors Refer
24. ch up to 2000 feet 609 6 m Mount the reader to the mounting bracket 5 Install your PLC or PC For proper installation refer to the installation information provided with each product Mounting Bracket Installing Your Hardware 4 3 6 Connect the null modem cable Catalog No 2755 LHC 11 to the PLC or PC 9 pin connector and the reader 25 pin connector 7 Place the power supply Catalog No 77126 896 01 within 12 ft 3 66 m of the reader Connect the power supply to the reader Power Supply To Power Receptacle CT i 77126 896 01 Grounding Pin Y To Reader 9 pin S TL connector 2755 11 Sa I To 25 pin ip D se SL To PC 9 pin connector nm x Reader a 8 Connect the power supply cable to the power supply and to the power receptacle supplying 100 240V ac When power is applied to the reader the green LED flashes on and off then the red LED turns on and remains on A beep is emitted from the reader as well indicating the reader has power Scan beams are also emitted from the reader Publication 2755 6 13 4 4 Installing Your Hardware Publication 2755 6 13 PLC or PC to the Reader and Interface Box 1 Make sure your system is planned properly Refer to Chapter 3 for information about planning your system 2 Refer to Appendix A for dimensions
25. ction 10 RTS input 5 No connection 11 GND 7 B 13 Triac No connection D 14 Sensor No connection F 15 Sensor alarm No connection Publication 2755 6 13 Compliance to European Union Directives Appendix C European Union Directives This appendix provides information regarding e compliance to European Union Directives e declaration of conformity If this product has the CE mark it meets applicable standards required for installation within the European Union and EEA regions It has been designed and tested to meet the following directives This product is tested to meet Council Directive 89 336 EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC and the following standards in whole or in part documented in a technical construction file e EN 50081 2 EMC Generic Emission Standard Part 2 Industrial Environment e EN 50082 2 EMC Generic Immunity Standard Part 2 Industrial Environment This product is intended for use in an industrial environment Low Voltage Directive This product is tested to meet Council Directive 73 23 EEC Low Voltage by applying the safety requirements of EN 61131 2 Programmable Controllers Part 2 Equipment Requirements and Tests For specific information required by EN 61131 2 see the appropriate sections in this publication as well as the following Allen Bradley publications e Industrial Automation Wiring and Grounding Guidelines For Noise Immunity publication 1770 4 1
26. der configure the reader with the standard default settings To do this enter the reader s Program Mode from StrataScan s main menu Press Enter at the Configuration screen menu choice From the Configuration screen press F5 to download the configuration to the reader The reader is now setup to read all common symbologies with a minimum of 4 characters Try reading a typical UPC bar code on a typical office supply product or food product If the reader reads the bar code presented the basic operation of the reader is verified The problem is within the reader setup Determine how the reader should be configured Contact an Allen Bradley service rep for help If not possible then make sure all settings are correct Try using another COM Port if available If all else fails reboot the system Check that the reader is connected to the correct COM Portand verify that the COM Portis working correctly If all else fails reboot the system Many other scenarios can cause reading problems If problems persist contact an Allen Bradley service representative Publication 2755 6 13 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 5 5 Technical Support Services If you have any questions about the StrataScan Bar Code Reader please consult this manual first If you can t find the answer contact your local Allen Bradley support office or distributor Publication 2755 6 13 Appendix A Specifications This appendix provides the speci
27. der our sole responsibility that the product s name type model batch serial number Holographic Bar Code Readers including the Bulletin 2755 LHR 5 and LHR 3 family of bar code readers to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the relevant provisions of the following standard s or other normative document s EN 55 022 1993 EN 50 082 1 1992 IEC 1000 4 2 1995 IEC 1000 4 3 1995 IEC 1000 4 4 1995 EN 60 950 1992 A1 1993 A2 1994 A3 1995 EN 60 825 1 1994 A11 1996 Test Information is maintained at Allen Bradley Company Inc 1201 South Second Street Milwaukee WI 53204 USA Year of CE Marking Low Voltage Directive 1997 We the undersigned hereby declare that the product s specified above contorms to the listed directive s and standardis Authorized Representative in the Community through its Responsible Person Signature aie ae Full Name Robert Gardiner Position Manager Quality Engineering Date Oct 29 1997 Chg hir A Rel No 639 97 2 Publication 2755 6 13 nam Sally Full Name Viktor Schiffer Position Engineering Manager Date Oct 30 1997 Sheet t of 1 43500 292 01 Numbers 15 pin connector 4 5 4 9 4 12 25 pin connector 4 5 4 9 4 12 8 pin connector 4 5 4 12 9 pin connector 4 5 4 9 A accessories 2 9 ANSI Standards 3 2 available symbologies 2 5 Bar code width 3 5 blinking green LE
28. e As the disc rotates each sector is operational providing the reader an excellent opportunity to scan a bar code symbol Scanning Element Receiving Elements Scanning Element Large Area Receiver for long focal length holographic lens Small Area Receiver for short focal length holographic lens Hardware Features 2 3 Disc Operation As the disc rotates the laser beam hits the disc The laser beam is then projected onto the mirror and then projected out through the reader s window The reflected light travels toward the mirror The reflected light is then projected onto the rotating disc where it is detected by an internal sensor Bar Code i Laser Beam Reflected Light N Detector CT Mirror Scan Disc Laser Reader LEDs There is one green and one red LED on the readers The table below provides an explanation of the reader s LED status LED State Indicates Solid Red the reader has power the reader has transmitted a successful read or the Solid Red Flashing Green a reader is in program mode Flashing Red and Green the reader has a motor failure ATTENTION With a software command both the red and green LED s can exchange their meanings If that command is active then the following table with the following LED states applies LED State Indicates Solid Green the reader has power the reader has transmitted a successful read or
29. eader 5 1 manual contents P 1 manual conventions P 2 Master slave Installation With Interface Box 4 10 Master slave Installation Without Interface Box 4 8 master slave option 4 10 Maximum scan width 3 5 Minimum bar code width 3 5 mounting bracket dimensions A 6 A 7 Mounting bracket installation 4 2 mounting interface box 4 6 N No blinking green LED 5 2 no inter character delay 5 3 No motor spin 5 2 null modem cable connection 4 3 P Pitch 3 4 PLC or PC to Reader 4 2 PLC or PC to reader and interface box 4 4 poor communication to host 5 2 power connections interface box 4 7 4 13 power supply connection to reader 4 3 dimensions A 5 specifications A 3 power terminal block 4 7 4 13 Preface P 1 Print Quality Guideline 3 2 Q Quiet Zone 3 2 R razz tone 5 2 Read Range 3 5 reader accessories 2 9 connection to second reader 4 9 4 12 dimensions A 4 does not enter Program mode 5 3 features 2 1 introduction to 1 1 LEDs 2 3 maintaining 5 1 safety information 2 6 Scan Beam Options 2 8 specifications A 2 symbologies used by 2 5 troubleshooting 5 2 reader beep 4 3 red LED on 4 3 Related Publications P 2 Required Tools and Equipment 1 1 RS232 distances 4 2 4 4 4 8 4 10 installations 4 2 RS422 distances 4 2 4 4 4
30. ect the reader power supply and package detect to the Chapter 4 interface box If you are not using an interface box connect the reader to the host device and power Installing Your Supply Hardware Power Supply To Power Receptacle E Grounding Pin To Reader 9 pin connector To Reader 25 pin connector To PC 9 pin connector d L MT Reader Rs fam Apply power to the reader system After all your hardware components are installed and connected apply power to the interface box Chapter 4 first then your reader system Installing Your Hardware Publication 2755 6 13 1 6 Introduction to StrataScan Bar Code Readers tA Check the reader defaults program as needed Make sure you have DOS or Windows based software on your personal computer Run StrataSet StrataSet Programming software Catalog No 2755 LHS 1 Make sure that communications has been estab Programming lished with your reader e g read a test bar code to verify that the default settings are correct i e the Software reader is communicating with the configuration device Program as needed Programming Guide Pub No 2755 6 14 4 STRATCFG INTERFACE CODE SUPPS MISC PACKAGE SCAN RANGE RESERVE FORMAT TYPES DETECT CODES RS 2327 422 Yes Ho 2 No Long Ho RS232 FORMAT FORMATTING LENGTH SPECIFIERS I20f5 Others Baud Data Format Optio
31. erated properly but the reader is not reading Read duration may be set too short Read duration can be set from 100 msec to 8 9 sec Make sure that read duration time is set correctly for the particular application Reader reads and transmits but the data is not correct at the host Verify that reader s data format matches that required by the host Make sure that the reader is connected to the proper host port As a rule of thumb if configurations can be downloaded successfully to the reader the cable and port setup are physically working The only exception is with RTS CTS which is not used during the download sequence Publication 2755 6 13 5 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Problem Cannot read bar code DOS error code 68 Device unavailable DOS error code 24 Device timeout Possible Cause s 1 Print quality of the bar code is suspect 2 The aspect ratio of the bar code is out of tolerance 3 The bar code may have been printed incorrectly This error occurs when a file or COM Portis accessed that according to the system does not exist Normally this occurs when the COM Port is used that is attached to a wrong type of peripheral Or when there is a problem with the COM Port itself This error occurs when the host did not receive information from the 1 0 device within a predetermined amount of time Corrective Action To verify the basic operation of the rea
32. et 5 Install your PLC or PC For proper installation refer to the installation information provided with each product To PC 9 pin SA KN A EEE Installing Your Hardware 4 9 6 Connect the PLC or PC to the master reader 25 pin connector 7 Connect the Master Slave cable Catalog No 2755 LHC 1 to the first reader master and the second reader slave The 15 pin end of the cable connects to the master reader 8 Connect the 25 pin end of the cable to the slave reader 9 Connect each reader to a power supply DEF w Power Supply To Power Receptacle eA 77126 896 01 Grounding Pin EB O To Reader 9 pin ST s 2755 LHC 11 COA JE To Reader 25 pin connector STE i aster Reader To Reader 15 pin connector D 2755 LHC 1 i To Reader 25 pin connector mn Slave Reader BEES 7 BE T To Reader 9 pin connector To Power Receptacle 77126 896 01 ke ding Pi Paner Grounding Pin Supply S T O e Publication 2755 6 13 4 10 Installing Your Hardware Master slave Installation With Interface Box Publication 2755 6 13 ATTENTION To prevent unsuccessful programming of your master slave scanner configuration follow t
33. fications and dimensions for the e StrataScan Bar Code Readers Catalog Nos 2755 LHR SB 2755 LHR 3C 2755 LHR S5C and 2755 LHR 5BX1 e interface box Catalog No 2755 LHB 1 e replacement power supply Replacement Part No 77126 896 01 e replacement mounting brackets for readers Replacement Part Nos 77126 898 01 and 77126 898 02 Publication 2755 6 13 A 2 Specifications StrataScan Bar Code Reader Specifications Description 2755 LHR 5C The following table provides the specifications for the StrataScan Bar Code Readers Catalog Nos 2755 LHR 5B 2755 LHR 3C and Specification Catalog No Catalog No Catalog No Catalog No 2755 LHR 5B 2755 LHR 3C 2755 LHR 5C 2755 LHR 5BX1 5250 scan lines per 3360 scan lines per 5600 scan lines per 7350 scan lines per second second second second Scan Speed Number of Scan Lines 75 interlocking lines 48 interlocking lines 80 interlocking lines 80 interlocking lines Operating Current 2 5A 2 8 A 3 59 A 3 59 A Power Requirements Input 12V dc 4 regulated 480 mA with 200 mV p p maximum ripple Scan Pattern Omnidirectional Tilt 360 Skew Tolerance 60 Pitch Angle 60 Decode Depth of Field 36 in to 76 in 91 cm to 193 cm Minimum Element Width Refer to StrataScan Bar Code Readers User Manual Pub No 2755 6 13 Print Contrast Minimum 35 reflectance difference Output Wavelength 675 nm nomina
34. he 9 pin hand held connector Interface Box Pinouts Cable Pinouts B 5 66 aU F O Og B E O o O S D Pin Signal Function A Triac Controls the triac input B Triac Controls the triac input Cc Sensor Provides the sensor s object detected input signal D Sensor Provides the sensor s object detected input signal Provides the sensor s optional marginal sensing alarm E Sensor Alarm input signal Provides the sensor s optional marginal sensing alarm F Sensor Alarm input signal G Not Used Pin not used H Not Used Pin not used Publication 2755 6 13 B 6 Cable Pinouts Power Supply Pinouts Publication 2755 6 13 a 5 12V dc input power to the reader Function 12V dc input power to the reader Earth ground Power ground Power ground 12V dc input power to the reader 12V dc input power to the reader Power ground olol dl Dy oy A wj no e Power ground Reader Master slave Cable Pinouts Master Reader Connector Cable Pinouts B 7 Slave Reader Connector 13 7 O OOO OIOIOIO OO OOOOO OO OO OO OOO OO OOO0 O 15 8 Fon O 1 14 Master Reader Connector Signal from Slave Reader Connector 15 Pin Pin Number Master Reader 25 Pin Pin Number 1 RXD input 3 2 CTS output 4 9 TXD output 2 10 RTS input 5 11 GND 7 Publication 2755 6 13 B 8 Cab
35. hen the red LED turns on and remains on A beep is emitted from the reader as well indicating the reader has power Scan beams are also emitted from the reader When power is applied to the interface box the green 12V LED turns on and remains on Publication 2755 6 13 4 8 Installing Your Hardware Master slave Installation Without Interface Box Publication 2755 6 13 Refer to the following steps to install your system hardware PLC or PC to the Reader Reader to a Second Reader 1 Make sure your system is planned properly Refer to Chapter 3 for information about planning your system 2 Refer to Appendix A for dimensions of readers mounting brackets power supplies and interface boxes Cable pinouts are shown in Appendix B 3 Install the mounting brackets Catalog Nos 77126 898 01 or 77126 898 02 for the readers Catalog Nos 2755 LHR S5B 2755 LHR 3C 2755 LHR SC and 2755 LHR 5BX1 Make sure placement of the mounting brackets allows you to connect the first reader to the PLC or PC interface box and power supply It should also allow you to connect the second reader to the interface box and a power supply Also make sure bracket placement provides the correct read range for both readers The maximum cable length from the reader to another device is 50 ft 15 24 m when using RS232 Use RS422 when distances reach up to 2000 feet 609 6 m 4 Mount each reader to its mounting bracket Mounting Brack
36. his setup sequence when installing master slave option 1 Connect master and slave scanners with the appropriate master slave cable 2 Connect Allen Bradley StrataScan Configuration software to the master scanner 3 Apply power to the master slave units 4 Program the master scanner as you would a regular scanner with the StrataScan Configuration software 5 The master scanner automatically programs the slave to the same parameters 10 Connect each power supply cable to each power supply and to the power receptacle supplying 100 240V ac When power is applied to each reader the green LED flashes on and off then the red LED turns on and remains on A beep is emitted from each reader as well indicating the reader has power Scan beams are also emitted from each reader Refer to the following steps to install your system hardware PLC or PC to the Reader Interface Box and a Second Reader 1 Make sure your system is planned properly Refer to Chapter 3 for information about planning your system 2 Refer to Appendix A for dimensions of readers mounting brackets power supplies and interface boxes Cable pinouts are shown in Appendix B 3 Install the mounting brackets Catalog Nos 77126 898 01 or 77126 898 02 for the readers Catalog Nos 2755 LHR S5B 2755 LHR 3C 2755 LHR SC and 2755 LHR 5BX1 Make sure placement of the mounting brackets allows you to connect the first reader to the PLC or PC interface box a
37. l Ambient Light Immunity Artificial Lighting Soft Outdoor 400 ft candles fluorescent incandescent and mercury vapor 1800 ft candles Housing Rating NEMA 12 steel case Operating Shock 100g for 1 ms Electrostatic Discharge 15 kvIEC 801 2 level 4 Operating Temperature 32 F to 104 F 0 C to 40 C Storage Temperature 40 F to 140 F 40 C to 60 C Humidity 5 to 95 noncondensing CDRH Class Il ecU L listed Agency Certification a a for all applicable directives elEC class Publication 2755 6 13 Interface Box Specifications Power Supply Specifications Specifications A 3 Description Specification Catalog Number 2755 LHB 1 Electrical Characteristics Input Voltage UL and cUL 100 115 or 230V ac at 50 Hz 60 Hz 6 1A CE 115 230V ac at 50 Hz 60 Hz 5 1A Triac 5 A EEA Countries Relay 6A USA and Canada Output for Sensor 12V dc 200 mA Operating Temperature 32 F to 122 F 0 C to 50 C Humidity 5 to 95 noncondensing ecUL listed Agency Certification e UL listed eCE marked for all applicable directives 0 Description Specification Replacement Part Number 77126 896 01 tt ss S Input Voltage 100 to 240V ac Input Frequency 50 to 60 Hz Output Voltage 12 V Vibration Acceleration 7 35 m sec Direction xX y and z axis Operating Temperature 41 F to 113 F 5 C to 45 C Storage Temperature
38. le Pinouts Reader Null Modem Cable Pinouts Reader Connector 13 PC or PLC Connector e OOOO 0000000 00000000000 O O ER m PCorPLC Connector Signalfrom Reader Connector 25 Pin 9 Pin Pin Number Reader Pin Number 3 RS 232 Receive 2 2 RS 232 Transmit 3 7 CTS input 4 8 RTS output 5 5 GND 7 4 DTR input 20 Publication 2755 6 13 Interface Box Cable Pinouts Reader Connector 9 Cable Pinouts Interface Box Connector Reader Connector 15 Pin Signal from Interface Box Connector Pin Number Reader 8 Pin Pin Number 5 Triac A 13 Triac B 6 Sensor C 14 Sensor D 7 Sensor alarm E 15 Sensor alarm F Publication 2755 6 13 B 10 Cable Pinouts Interface Box Master slave Cable Pinouts Interface Box Connector Master Reader Connector 1 Slave Reader Connector 13 7 OO OOO OO C0000 OO OOOOO 0000 of Pa 1 Interface Box Connector Master Reader Connector Signal from Slave Reader Connector 8 Pin Pin Number 15 Pin Pin Number Master Reader 25 Pin Pin Number No connection 1 RXD input 3 No connection 2 CTS output 4 A 5 Triact No connection C 6 Sensor No connection E 7 Sensor alarm No connection No connection 9 TXD output 2 No conne
39. n 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 instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this 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 her own expense Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment could void the user s authority to operate this device This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Industry Canada ATTENTION Never attempt to look at the laser beam even if the scanner appears to be nonfunctional Doing so could result in hazardous laser light exposure ATTENTION Use of controls adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous laser light radiation exposure ATTENTION Never open the scanner in an attempt to look into the device or to service the laser scanner ATTENTION The use of optical instruments with the laser equipment will increase eye hazard ATTENTION If it is necessary to disable the scanner light emission unplug the power supply s AC power plug from its AC power source gt Pe ee Hardware Features 2 7 Laser Labels Be aware of the f
40. nd power supply It should also allow you to connect the second reader to the interface box and a power supply Also make sure bracket placement provides the correct read range for both readers The maximum cable length from the reader to another device is 50 ft 15 24 m when using RS232 Use RS422 when distances reach up to 2000 feet 609 6 m Installing Your Hardware 4 11 4 Mount each reader to its mounting bracket Mounting Bracket 5 Install your PLC or PC For proper installation refer to the installation information provided with each product Publication 2755 6 13 4 12 Installing Your Hardware 6 Connect the PLC or PC to the first reader 7 Connect the Master Slave Interface Box Cable Catalog No 2755 LHC 3 to the first reader master and the interface box Make sure you lock into place the interface box end of the cable The 15 pin end of the cable connects to the master reader 8 Connect each reader to a power supply 9 Connect the Master Slave Interface Box Cable Catalog No 2755 LHC 3 to the second reader slave The 25 pin end of the cable connects to the slave reader Power To Power Receptacle Supply E HS l F A 77126 896 01 Grounding Pin To Reader 9 pin pl J T To PC 9 pin ai i or connector z i l To Reader 25 pin JE TET LHC 11 connector gt T N H K To Reader 15 pin L To interface box 8 pin connector connector fi i Master Reade
41. ning fluid for plastic lenses Wipe the window in a single direction turning the cloth to a clean side after each wipe don t wipe cloth back and forth across window Do not leave streaks ATTENTION Do not use abrasive materials such as disposable wipes and facial tissue Do not use solvents like alcohol or acetone These materials will damage the window and the finish on the reader ATTENTION The reader has no serviceable parts Do not open the housing of the reader Publication 2755 6 13 5 2 Troubleshooting the Readers Maintenance and Troubleshooting The following table provides a list of the most common operating problems probable causes and corrective actions Problem No blinking Green LED Possible Cause s No power No Motor Spin No power Corrective Action Check transformer outlet and power strip Blinking Green LED otherboard problem No Motor Spin 1 Motherboard problem 2 Reader is in motor failure condition Contact an Allen Bradley service representative LED s toggle back and forth and unit produces razzes 1 Motor may be defective Contact an Allen Bradley service representative 2 Too much vibration or jarring Isolate reader from vibration Reader makes razz tone during power up Decode module failed communications with the motherboard Contact an Allen Bradley service representative Power up OK reads OK but d
42. ns UPC HonUPC Locks Min Lock 9600 Yes Yes Yes Ho 14 D 4 0 BEEPER SAME SYM TRANSMISSION DELAY TONE LED TIME OUT Inter Char Hormal flash 500 msec 1 msec HH Port Yes Fi Help F3 Enter program mode F5 Program scanner F Save to file F9 Exit V Change configuration settings as necessary If you need to set the reader to other than the default settings refer to the software manual Exit StrataS et Program mode and place the reader in Run mode Programming Software Programming Guide Pub No 2755 6 14 LONE Connect the system to host WAS Run your application Publication 2755 6 13 Chapter 2 Hardware Features This chapter describes the features of the StrataScan Bar Code Readers Catalog Nos 2755 LHR 5B 2755 LHR 3C 2755 LHR 5C and 2755 LHR 5BX1 and interface box Catalog No 2755 LHB 1 Included are descriptions of e reader features e interface box features e decoding e safety information e scan beam options e accessories Reader Features The reader features are shown below Scan Window Mounting Bracket Speaker Publication 2755 6 13 2 2 Hardware Features Publication 2755 6 13 Holographic Scanning Disc The rotating holographic disc takes the place of a focusing lens light collection lens and a rotating mirror The disc contains 15 to 21 separate holographic sectors Each sector has its own focal distance light collection aperture and mirror scan angl
43. oes not communicate properly to host COM Port at host not working or is configured improperly As a quick test put reader into Program mode through StrataScan software If successful the RECEIVE and TRANSMIT lines are working Does not communicate properly to host Cable not connected to the proper COM Port Check cable connections If reader is in an environment subject to much vibration or sudden jarring the motor may experience a motor failure condition temporarily The unit will recover after the external stimulus h If the reader is not configured for host RTS CTS this test is enough to verify that the reader communication cable oa as disappeared and host are all working properly When the reader is configured for host RTS CTS temporarily disable this function in the reader and try the quick test above If the reader works with RTS CTS disabled and fails when RTS CTS is re enabled there is a problem with either the RTS or CTS line or both Contact an Allen Bradley service rep Table continued on the next page Publication 2755 6 13 Problem Reader does not enter Program mode Maintenance and Troubleshooting 5 3 Possible Cause s 1 Host COM Port not working properly 2 Wrong COM Port 3 Communication cable is not connected properly or is defective Corrective Action 1 Check to see if cable connection to COM Portis correct 2 Make sure COM Portselection in StrataS can config
44. ohibited Throughout this manual we use notes to make you aware of safety considerations ATTENTION Identifies information about practices or circumstances that can lead to personal injury or death property damage or economic loss Attention statements help you to e identify a hazard e avoid the hazard e recognize the consequences Important Identifies information that is critical for successful application and understanding of the product Introduction to StrataScan Bar Code Readers Hardware Features Designing Your System Installing Your Hardware toc i Chapter Objectives cc cece ee eee eee P 1 Contents of this Manual cece cece eee tenet eens P 1 Conventions Used in this Manual ccc cc ee eee ee eees P 2 Intended Audience ccc c eect eeee eens P 2 Related Publication cece cece eee cette teens P 2 Technical Support Services 2 c cece eee P 2 Chapter 1 Required Tools and Equipment 0c cece eee 1 1 Niazi si 4citadtie teed Maas id OR ER hk EAN EAA dace 1 2 Chapter 2 Reader Feature siiani pia alee OD KARA Eoia naai 2 1 Holographic Scanning Disc anaana aaa 2 2 Disc Operation o a 2 3 Reader LEDS a R T Z R RE TEATER A cee Se 2 3 Interface Box Features ide ae ened anak ees 2 4 Depa E H E ek 2 5 SAC Informales niner adap hte 1 65 indy ebenedyannead 2 6 EGSCHILOUES ccotenuechia tous chara TEATR aT wd 2 7 Catalog Numbers 2755 LHR 5B and 5BX1 2
45. ollowing laser caution danger and avoid exposure labels on the readers Their locations vary depending upon reader catalog number shown below DANGER Laser light when open AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM AVOID EXPOSURE Laser light is emitted hidden from view from this aperture DANGER Laser light when open AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM AVOID EXPOSURE Laser light is emitted from this aperture hidden from view n e 2 Catalog Numbers 2755 LHR 3C 5C and 5BX1 DANGER Laser light when open AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM Catalog Number 2755 LHR 5B DANGER Laser lightwhen open AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM Publication 2755 6 13 2 8 Hardware Features Scan Beam Strata Scan beams are projected to focus in different strata as shown below The various overlapping focus areas give the StrataScan holographic reader its great depth of field Note This pattern or number of strata is different for each of the reader models Publication 2755 6 13 Hardware Features 2 9 Reader Catalog Numbers The following readers have their corresponding catalog numbers Description Catalog Number High density five laser holographi
46. r me gS To Reader 25 pin n os 2755 LHC 3 connector ir Slave Reader To Reader 9 pin connector To Power Receptacle 77126 896 01 i A Grounding Pin Power Supply Publication 2755 6 13 Installing Your Hardware 4 13 ATTENTION Before connecting power make sure that the 3 power leads from the interface box power cord are connected to their proper locations on the power terminal block and grounding posts inside the interface box case A domestic and a European example are shown in the following illustration Make sure that the interface box is connected to an ac source per local regional electrical codes US 3 Wire Power Terminal Block Color Code l Interface Box Cover l L Grn Blk Wht PpO fliek e EJ g O M i O European 3 Wire BF LT T Color Code l 500000 BOT OO T rag L To Grounding N Ln In Q d 1000 O post OO Grounding posts E UUN Grn Yel Blue Brn Power Cable DO O T it To Power Recept
47. r s optional marginal sensing T Sensor Alarm alarm input signal 8 Not Used Pin not used 9 TXD Reader transmit data to the interface box 10 RTS Interface box is requesting data from the reader 11 GND Signal ground 12 Not used Pin not used B Triac Controls the triac input 14 Sensor Pin that provides the sensor s object detected input Signal 15 Sensor Alarm Pin that provides the sensor s optional marginal sensing alarm input signal Publication 2755 6 13 B 4 Cable Pinouts Hand Held Port Pinouts Publication 2755 6 13 Power Supply Port 1 5 coocoo Ole sss 6 Ng Pin Function 1 12V dc input power to the reader 2 12V dc input power to the reader 3 Earth ground 4 Power ground 5 Power ground 6 12V dc input power to the reader 7 12V dc input power to the reader 8 Power ground 9 Power ground 1 5 6 Big 9 Pn Signal Function 1 Start of Scan Synchronizes decode logic with the scanner Input receives a series of pulses proportional to the 2 Digitized Bar Pattern widths of bar code being scanned from the hand held scanner 3 Decode LED Controls green decode LED on hand held scanner 5 Trigger Switch Connected to trigger switch of the hand held scanner 6 Enable Signal output to power up the hand held scanner turn on the laser and turn on the scanning motor 7 Ground 8 Shield ground 9 Power 5V dc to power hand held scanner Note Place a female contact in pin 4 of t
48. s 2755 LHR SB 3C 5C and 5BX1 RS 232 Port 1 13 LA AAA E O 14 25 Pin Signal Function 1 GND Chassis ground 2 RXD Reader receives data from the host device 3 TXD Reader transmits data to the host device 4 CTS Input Reader is requesting data from the host device 5 RTS Output Host device is requesting data from the reader 6 Not Used Pin not used 7 GND Signal ground 8 Not used Pin not used 9 RXB Reader receives data from the host device RS 422 10 RXA Reader receives data from the host device RS 422 11 TXY Host transmit data to the reader RS 422 12 TXZ Host transmit data to the reader RS 422 13 GND Ground 14 GND Ground 15 otUsed Pin not used 16 Not Used Pin not used 17 ot Used Pin not used 18 NotUsed Pin not used 19 ot Used Pin not used 20 DTR Input The data terminal is ready 21 ot Used Pin not used 22 Not Used Ground 23 ot Used Pin not used 24 Not Used Pin not used 25 GND Ground Publication 2755 6 13 Interface Box Port Cable Pinouts B 3 9 Pin Signal Function 1 RXD Reader receives data from the interface box 2 CTS Reader is requesting data from the interface box 3 Not Used Pin not used 4 Not Used Pin not used 5 Triac Controls the triac input 6 Sensor HA provides the sensor s object detected input Pin that provides the senso
49. sentative for assistance yw Design the system Each application must be evaluated carefully Successful bar code scanning begins with quality bar code symbols and the correct number type and location of readers decoders and package sensors Refer to the following when designing your system e Position the reader at a distance from the symbol that is within the range specified A read rate test should be made to verify the range and also to ensure optimum scanning and decoding fa package sensor is used position it so it can sense the package before the symbol reaches the scan area Publication 2755 6 13 Reference Chapter 4 Installing Your Hardware Reference Chapter 3 Designing Your System Introduction to StrataScan Bar Code Readers 1 3 RER Install the reader Mount the reader s Catalog Nos 2755 LHR 3C 2755 LHR 5C 2755 LHR 5B 2755 LHR 5BX1 Chapter 4 to the mounting brackets Catalog No 77126 898 01 or 77126 898 02 Installing Your Hardware Mounting Bracket Make sure placement of the mounting bracket allows you to connect the reader to the interface box Catalog No 2755 LHB 1 Skip this information and step 4 if you are not using an interface box The standard cable Catalog No 2755 LHC 2 from the interface box to the reader is 10 ft long 3 05 m Interface Box To interface box 8 pin connector
50. to the following when designing your scanner system Adjust if necessary the symbol speed and or the distance between bar coded packages to ensure that the bar code symbol is being read Position the reader at a distance from the symbol that is within the range specified A read rate test should be made to verify the range and also to ensure optimum scanning and decoding If a package sensor is used position it so it can sense the package before the symbol reaches the scan area Publication 2755 6 13 3 2 Designing Your System Symbol Height and Length The height is measured from one end of a bar to the other and its length is always the distance from one end of the symbol to the other including the Quiet Zones A Quiet Zone is the empty space before or after the bars and is usually equal to 10 times the Narrow Element Width Symbol Quality Publication 2755 6 13 ere S oe Symbol Length L i g r BESES L E t L n Quie ss CO A A Sz amp m QuietZones KER Sh ne NEN SER a jeer The aspect ratio symbol height to symbol length cannot be greater than 1 7 1 for Catalog No 2755 LHR 3C and 2 5 1 for Catalog No 2755 LHR 5C A bar code reader cannot reliably read a poor quality symbol Test proposed bar code symbol samples to ANSI Standard X3 182 1990 Bar Code Print Quality Guideline e Low cost verifiers that can test this standard are available from several companies e
51. uration software is correct Host receiving data but data does not look correct Interface format incompatibility Check that the reader and host are configured for the same interface format Characters are being dropped No inter character delay Add some inter character delay to the transmitted output Program this into reader through the StrataScan configuration software Unit powers up properly and lasers come on but still does not read Table continued on the next page Reading a particular symbology that has been deselected Verify that the bar code being read is selected Reader has been programmed for a character length lock or for a minimum length and the bar code being read does not satisfy the programmed criteria Verify that bar code being read falls into the criteria Reader has been configured for Package Detect Support but is not receiving a Package Detect signal Verify that the device used to generate the package detect input is working properly Reader reads and transmits a bar code but the reader hangs up green LED comes on and stays on after the first read The reader is configured to support some form of host handshaking but is not receiving the signal If the reader is setup to support ACK NAK RTS CTS XON XOFF or D E Verify that host is supporting the handshaking properly Package Detect is selected and the Package Detect signal seems to be gen
52. zil e Bulgaria e Canada e Chile e China People s Republic of e Colombia e Costa Rica e Croatia e Cyprus Czech Republic e Denmark e Dominican Republic e Ecuador e Egypt e El Salvador e Finland e France e Germany e Ghana e Greece e Guatemala e Honduras e Hong Kong Hungary e Iceland e India e Indonesia e Iran Ireland e Israel e Italy e J amaica s apan s ordan e Korea s Kuwait e Lebanon e Macau e Malaysia e Malta e Mexico e Morocco The Netherlands e New Zealand e Nigeria e Norway e Oman e Pakistan e Panama e Peru e Philippines e Poland e Portugal e Puerto Rico e Qatar e Romania e Russia e Saudi Arabia e Singapore e Slovakia e Slovenia e South Africa Republic of s Spain e S weden e Switzerland e Taiwan e Thailand e Trinidad e Tunisia e Turkey e United Arab Emirates United Kingdom s United States e Uruguay e Venezuela Rockwell Automation Headquarters 1201 South Second Street Milwaukee WI 53204 2496 USA Tel 1 414 382 2000 Fax 1 414 382 4444 Rockwell Automation European Headquarters Avenue Hermann Debroux 46 1160 Brussels Belgium Tel 32 2 663 06 00 Fax 32 2 663 06 40 Rockwell Automation Asia Pacific Headquarters 27 F Citicorp Centre 18 Whitfield Road Causeway Bay Hong Kong Tel 852 2887 4788 Fax 852 2508 1846 World Wide Web http www ab com Publication 2755 6 13 November 1997 PN 40062 389 01 A Copyright 1997 Rockwell International Corporation All rights reserved Printed in USA

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