user`s manual alpha-30 series omni-directional laser scanner
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1. 1 INSTALLING THE SCANNER ON A COUNTER SURFACE You are advised to mount the scanner in a fixed counter surface position by following the procedure here below 1 Locate the small hole at the back cover of the scanner Press it with the tip of a stick to remove the back cover of the scanner as illustrated in figure 2 1 Figure 2 1 Data port 2 Connect the communication cable to this port if the host system features the OCIA or KBW interface Data port 1 Connect the communication cable to this port if the host system features the R5232C or IBM RS485 interface Figure 2 2 If the POS system is the RS 232C or IBM 485 interface plug the communication cable with the 8 pin modular jack into Data port 1 or if the POS system interface is OCIA or Keyboard Wedge plug the communication cable into Data port 2 Plug the other end of the cable into the appropriate serial port of your POS or computer Use the ZEBEX universal power supply Lead the cables through the scanner as illustrated in figure 2 2 Important If the POS system is an IBM 4683 4684 POS the scanner with IBM RS 485 interface should only be connected to port 17 of the POS If the POS sysiem is an IBM 4693 4694 POS the scanner with IBM RS 485 interface should only be connected to port 9E of the POS Use the back cover as a template to mark the places for the mounting holes at the counter surface and bore two holes 11 4 Lead the communication cable and powe2. Refer to the figure for the relative position and the diameter Do not mount the stand to the counter top yet Figure 2 5 2 Lead the communication cable with the 8 pin modular jack and the power supply cable from the bottom through the stand Refer to figure 2 6 to locate the hole through which the cable should be led 3 Press the small hole at the back cover of the scanner with the tip of a stick to remove the back cover as illustrated in figure 2 1 4 Plug the communication cable with the 8 pin modular jack in the appropriate Data port of the scanner Refer to figure 2 2 for the Data port applicable to the interface used Plug the other end of the cable into the appropriate serial communication port of the POS system Important 13 a If the POS system is 4683 4684 POS the scanner with 6 Place the scanner onto the US 30 universal stand and rotate the IBM RS 485 interface should only be connected to port 17 of the scanner as shown in figure 2 8 Make sure that the connectors and cables POS are placed as indicated in the figures such to allow easy attachment of the If the POS system is 4693 4694 POS the scanner with scanner to the back cover Press the scanner until a click is heard IBM RS 485 interface should only be connected to port 9E of the POS to data port 2 of scanner to data port 1 of scanner to socket for power supply P to socket for fan supply Lead the commumic
3. THE FURISHING PERFORMANCE OR USE OF THESE MATERIALS Copyright 1997 by ZEBEX INDUSTRIES INC All other registered trade marks are registered companies property ZEBEX is a registered trade mark of ZEBEX INDUSTRIES INC All rights reserved reproduction of this document or any portion of its contents is not allowed without the specific written consent of ZEBEX INDUSTRIES INC Printed In January 1997 TABLE OF CONTENTS PRHEFAGE aie RRA RE RS iii CHAPTER 1 30 meret 1 1 1 Unpacking The Alpha 30 2 1 2 Scanning Bar Codes With The Alpha 30 3 1 3 Scannerlabeling o ao cece cece ete dododo doao oddadan aooo 5 1 4 Maintaining The Scanner 1 7 1 5 Controlling The Scanner From The POS System 7 CHAPTER 2 INSTALLING THE ALPHA 30 9 2 1 Installing The Scanner On a Counter Surface 10 2 2 Installing The Scanner Using The US 30 Universal Stand 13 APPENDIX 1 CONNECTOR TYPES AND PIN OUT CONFIGURATION 17 A 1 Pinout Configuration For The Data Port Of the Scanner 18 A 2 Connector Types And Pin Out Configuration For Us 30 Universal Stand And P N 53110 nternal Cable Adaptor 20 APPENDIX 2 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION scs 22 APPENDIX 3 TROUBLE SHOOTING 25 C 1 Trouble Shooting 26 PREFACE ALPHA 30 is a high performance omni directional presentation laser scanner Bar code labels are read by presenting the labels to
4. the scanner Scanning labels with ALPHA 30 hardly requires any arm movement As a result only little free space on the counter top is required ALPHA 30 can be fixed either on a counter surface or on a US 30 universal stand The US 30 universal stand allows you to direct the scan pattern in a way that is optimal for your application by adjusting the scanner window forward backward right or left ALPHA 30 reads most all popular bar code symbologies An outstanding feature of ALPHA 30 is its programmable sleep mode If the scanner is not used within a programmable period of time the scanner turns off automatically The scanner can be waked up by pressing the switch on the top of the scanner or on the US 30 stand ALPHA 30 is available in two versions Each version features a specific dual interface combination for communication with the POS system The dual interface combinations are RS 232C OCIA and IBM RS 485 Keyboard Wedge This manual contains two chapters and three appendices The first chapter describes ALPHA 30 and its general features ALPHA 30 can be installed on a counter surface or a US 30 universal stand Instructions for both installations are described in the second chapter The default settings can be changed with the bar code labels from the Configuration Guide that comes with the scanner Appendix A gives the pin out configuration for the Data ports of the scanner The pin out configuration is necessary if you want to make
5. the window through a 7 mm 0 28 inches aperture and averaged over 1000 seconds is less than 3 9uW PER CDRH Class specification Do not attempt to remove the protective housing of the scanner as unscanned laser light with a peak output up to 0 8mW would be accessible inside Laser Light Viewer The scanner window is the only aperture through which laser light may be observed on this product A failure of the scanner motor while the laser diode continues to emit a laser beam may cause emission levels to exceed those for safe operation The scanner has safeguards to prevent this occurrence If however a stationary laser beam is emitted the failing scanner should be disconnected from its power source immediately Adjustments Do not attempt any adjustments or alteration of this product Do not remove the protective housing of the scanner There are no user serviceable parts inside CAUTION Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous laser light exposure 1 4 MAINTAINING THE SCANNER ALPHA 30 laser scanner rarely needs any maintenance Only an occasional cleaning of the scanner window is necessary in order to remove dirt and fingerprints The cleaning of the scanner window can be done during operation with a soft lint free cloth and a non abrasive glass spray cleaner 1 5 CONTROLLING THE SCANNER FROM THE POS SYSTEM ALPHA 30 can be controlled from the POS syst
6. AND PIN OUT CONFIGURATION FOR US 30 UNIVERSAL STAND AND P N 53110 INTERNAL CABLE ADAPTOR US 30 the universal stand and the P N 53110 Internal cable adaptor are good for ALPHA 30 The pin out of the D Sub 25pin communication port varies according to the interface versions of the US 30 Please refer to p 21 for detailed information Besides US 30 supports an auxiliary RS 232C port When it works with the Alpha 30R A version it can be connected with an external RS 232C hand held scanner of any type Power Supply Port D SUB 25PIN Communication Port D SUB 25PIN Power Supply Port Communication Port Figure A 2 Figure A 3 20 D Sub 25 Pin Communication Port RS 232 OCIA Interface IBM 468x 469x KB Wedge Interface Pin Description Description Shield GND Shield GND 10 input output RS 485 N C GND for factory use onl for factory use onl CLOCK IN RTN PC CLOCK KB CLOCK PC DATA KB DATA PC 5V output Ifid Ifid RESET RTN Ifid2 6 8 16 17 19 20 21 22 23 25 N C Power Supply Port Auxiliary Port for US 30 only Pin Description Pin Description GND Shell Shield 9 5 DC output 21 APPENDIX B TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION 22 SPECIFICATIONS ELECTRICAL Supply Voltage DC Input To Scanner Interfaces OPTICAL Light Source Depth Of Field Scan Pattern Scan Rate ENVIRONMENT Operating Temp Humidity PHYSICAL Weight D
7. Important This equipment grnerates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy If not installed and used in accordance with the instructions in this manual it may cause interference to radio communications The equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B computing device pursuant to EN55022 and to Sub part J of Part 15 of FCC Rules These specifications are designed to provide reasonable protection against interference when operated in a commercial environment For CE countries The Alpha 30 is in conformity with the CE standards Please note that a ZEBEX CE Marked power supply unit should be used to conform to these standards For USA amp Canada To be used with UL listed and CSA certified computers POS system Radio and television interference Operation of this equipment in a residential area can cause interference to radio or television reception This can be determined by turning the equipment off and on The user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures the receiving antenna Relocate the device with respect to the receiver the device away from the receiver the device into a different outlet so that the device and the receiver are on different branch circuits If necessary the user should consult the manufacturer an authorized ZEBEX dealer or experienced radio television technician for addi
8. a new cable for communication with the POS computer Appendix B gives an overview about the technical specifications of 0 Go to Appendix C for troubleshooting if the scanner is not working properly CHAPTER 1 THE ALPHA 30 1 1 UNPACKING ALPHA 30 Take out the scanner and its accessories from the box and packing material Make sure you have received all of the items ordered by referring to the packing list Check if the scanner and accessories are received in good condition Refer to the upper figure 1 4 on page 5 to locate the label with the interface information and make sure that the interface of the scanner corresponds with the POS systems interface Immediately contact your dealer if there is anything missing or appears to be damaged or if the supported interface does not correspond with the POS system interface Sleep mode switch RE START SWITCH Good read buzzer Meg MET Good read buzzer POWER ON OFF SWITCH Universal stand NS RE START SWITCH Figure 1 1 The various parts of ALPHA 30 are ON OFF Switch Control the main power of ALPHA 30 Sleep Mode Switch When ALPHA 30 enters into the sleep mode the scanner can be waked up by pressing this switch The sleep mode feature can be programmed using the menu labels from the Programming Guide NOTE The default value for the sleep mode time out is set to 30 minutes When the scanner is in sleep mode the LED is intermittently fl
9. ashing red LED A red LED indicates the scanner is ready to read a bar code while a green LED indicates a good read Good Read Buzzer f the data is captured correctly the buzzer will be heard Both the volume and frequency are programmable using the menu labels from the Programming Guide Universal stand US 30 This stand allows you to direct the scan pattern in a way that is the best for your application by adjusting the scanner window forward backward right or left 1 2 SCANNING BAR CODES WITH ALPHA 30 ALPHA 30 omni directional laser scanner features a 7 directions scan field with a 24 lines scan pattern Bar code labels can be read easily by presenting them to the scanner The scanner s scan volume is illustrated in figure 1 2 on the next page The density of the pattern has an optimum at 70 mm 3 inches from the scanner window but bar codes can be read up to 250 mm 10 inches from the scanner window The scanner window can be adjusted forward backward and left or right which allows you to direct the optimal reading zone in a way that suits your application most Figure 1 2 How to scan a bar code label with ALPHA 30 is very simple simply by presenting the label of the product to the scanner as illustrated here in figure 1 3 l Move the label to the scanner gt Bar code is read green led 2 Move the label from the scanner Figure 1 3 4 Important a Please prevent from touching the sca
10. ation cable through this hole if it should be connected to Data port 1 Figure 2 6 5 Use either screws or the double sided tape to fasten the stand at the Figure 2 8 7 Switch on the POS system You may start scanning bar codes as soon as the scanner is installed If you want to change the default setting of the scanner go to the Programming Guide that is included with the scanner 4 5m 2x Figure 2 7 This page is intentionally left blank AP P N DIX A CONNECTOR TYPES AND PIN OUT CONFIGURATION PINOUT CONFIGURATION FOR THE DATA PORT OF THE SCANNER Data port 2 Fan socket PIN Data port Power supply port Figure A 1 Pin Definition For Dual Interface Version RS 232C OCIA RS 232C Interface OCIA Interface Data Port 1 Data Port 2 Description Pin Description Direction Pin CTS input TX output RTS output GND al m E C 6 CLOCKINRIN input RESET i a N C Pin Definition For Dual Interface Version IBM RS 485 KB Wedge IBM RS485 Interface KB Wedge Interface Data Port 1 Data Port 2 Pin Description Direction Pin Description Direction 3 OB input output 6 PC OL rg for factory use only PC 5V 8 Ifid2 Pin Definition For Power Supply Port and Fan Port Pin Description Pin Description 5V 1 0 ee A 2 CONNECTOR TYPES
11. em via the RS 232C interface Controlling can be accomplished by transmitting the following single byte commands to the scanner The default setting of the commands are as follows more details are available upon request OE Hex enable resumes disable 14 wake up resumes sleep DC4 lt Ctrl T gt When the scanner is disabled the motor of the scanner will stay on until the scanner goes into sleep mode 0 LLLI oT 2 INSTALLING THE ALPHA 30 Figure 1 6 There are two different ways to install ALPHA 30 depending on how you want to use it fix it on a counter surface or on a US 30 universal stand To install on a counter surface please refer to Section 2 1 To install on the US 30 universal stand please refer to Section 2 2 As there are many computer devices on the market ZEBEX provides a large number of communication cables as options Make sure you order the right cable to connect the scanner to your POS or computer Notice m It is our advice to turn off your POS system before starting the installation of the scanner By following this precaution you can avoid your computer from electronically being damaged a tis also our advice to install the scanner in an air circulated place out of the direct sunlight 2
12. imensions 100 240V AC 50 60 Hz 5V DC 450mA 12 150mA 12V DC 50mA RS232C Interface Keyboard Emulation IBM PC AT PS 2 compatible OCIA Interface IBM RS 485 IBM 4683 4684 4693 4694 Interface 670 5 nm visible laser diode 250 mm 10 inches 7 direction scan field 24 line scan pattern 2400 scans second 0C 40c 20 95 RH non condensing dew 700 g excl stand L x W x D 160 x 150 x 75 mm 629 x 5 90 x 2 95 inch M ae Figure B 1 23 SPECIFICATIONS DECODING Bar Code Types SAFETY Laser Safety Electrical Safety Flammability Ratio EM COMPATIBILITY Radio And TV Interference Radio Frequency Immunity ElectroStatic Discharge ESD Radio Frequency EM immunity Electrical Fast Transient EAN UPC JAN Add on Code 128 EAN 128 Code 39 Code 32 Codabar Interleaved 2 of 5 IEC 825 1 1993 Class 1 U S 21CFR1040 Class EN 60950 second edition UL1950 c UL according CSA22 2 950 94V 0 EN 55022 Class B 1994 FCC part 15 Class B 1992 EN 50082 1 1992 IEC 801 2 1991 IEC 801 3 1984 ENV 50140 1993 IEC 801 4 1988 24 APPENDIX C TROUBLE SHOOTING 25 C 1 Trouble shooting This section contains information about how to solve problems that you may encounter when operating the scanner If troubles occur please refer to the following diagnostic t
13. ips as a mean to solve the trouble However before referring to the tips make sure that the scanner is installed as instructed in Chapter 2 and that all cables are properly connected If the problem remains contact your dealer Problem Diagnostic Tips The scanner is on but can not read The scanner window is dirty bar codes The LED is red Clean the scanner window as described in the Maintenance section The presented bar code type is not enabled Select the bar code type with the Configuration Guide The scanner is disabled by the host Refer to Section 1 5 The bar code type you presented to the scanner is not supported by ALPHA 30 The scanner is on but the motor is The scanner has entered into not rotating A bar code cannot be the sleep mode Press the read The LED is intermittently switch on the top or front of the flashing red scanner to wake up the scanner or use the wake protocol Refer to section 1 5 The LED is alternating red green and beeps are heard Possible failure of the scanning safeguard circuit Disconnect the scanner from its power source immediately and contact your dealer 26 The LED remains green The scanner does not accept more than two or three barcode labels The LED is orange 27 Diagnostic Tips The scanner is continuously seeing a bar code Remove all bar code labels out of the scan volume of the scanner and try again The scanner can
14. n window with the articles to be scanned This might cause tinny scratches which consequently can have a negative influence on the scanning performance 1 3 SCANNER LABELLING There are two labels on the housing of ALPHA 30 as illustrated in figure 1 4 for IBM validated scanner these two labels are also present at the exterior of the scanner In addition there are two labels visible through the scanner window All the labels are attached by the manufacturer and should not be removed Figure 1 4 You will find a serial number on the scanner This number is underneath the bar code label as illustrated in figure 1 4 This official registration number is strictly related to the device The dealer can ask for this number when the scanner needs servicing Figure 1 5 Laser Safety ALPHA 30 laser scanner complies with safety standard IEC 825 1 1993 for a Class laser product It also complies with U S 21CFR1040 as applicable to a Class Ila laser product Avoid long term viewing of direct laser light Optical The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard Optical instruments include binoculars microscopes and magnifying glasses but do not include eye glasses worn by the user Radiant Energy ALPHA 30 uses a low power laser diode operating at 670nm in an opto mechanical scanner resulting less than 0 6 mW peak output power Laser light observed at 13cm 5 1 inches above
15. not send the data to the POS system There is no proper handshaking between the scanner and the host Make sure that all cables are connected and your POS system is ready to receive data There is no proper handshaking with the POS system Switch on the POS system and check connection and communication settings The laser in not functioning The laser is either defect or switched off by the temperature protection circuit Turn off the scanner for 5 minutes and try again Make sure the scanner has enough air ventilation and is not placed in direct sunlight A barcode is read by the scanner The communication cable is not but not accepted by the POS connected to the serial port of system your POS system Refer to the manual of your POS system to locate the serial port The communication settings of the system and scanner do not match Adjust the settings in order to be equal for both device The communication cable does not suit your POS system Contact your dealer for the correct communication cable The data format of the label is not supported by the software running on the POS system 28
16. r supply cable through the slit Then use the two screws to fasten the back cover to the surface as illustrated here follows to Data port 1 of scanner to socket for Fan to Data port 2 of sacnner 3 s S lt to socket for fon E WS s oe Z power supply 05 system Figure 2 3 5 Place the scanner as illustrated in figure 2 4 and rotate the scanner around the cover Make sure the connectors and cables are placed properly as illustrated in the figures to allow easy attachment of the scanner to the back cover Press the scanner until a click is heard 6 Turnon the POS system Figure 2 4 You may start scanning bar codes as soon as the scanner is installed If you want to change the default setting of the scanner go to the Programming Guide that is included with the scanner 2 2 INSTALLING THE SCANNER USING THE US 30 UNIVERSAL STAND To install the scanner on a US 30 universal stand the cables should be led through the central hold of the US 30 universal stand to be connected to the scanner The stand should be mounted to the counter top first and then the scanner to the stand Notice We strongly suggest to use two screws to mount the scanner on the counter surface Follow the next few steps to mount the stand on a counter 1 If you prefer to mount the stand with two screws on the counter top where the scanner is to be installed mark the two places for the mounting holes
17. tional suggestion The user may find the following booklet prepared by the Federal Communications Commission helpful How to Identify and Resolve Radio TV Interference Problems This booklet is available from the U S Government Printing Office Washington DC 20402 Stock No 004000003454 USER S MANUAL ALPHA 30 SERIES OMNI DIRECTIONAL LASER SCANNER HEADQUARTERS USA GERMANY ZEBEX INDUSTRIES INC ZEBEX INDUSTRIES INC ZEBEX AMERICA INC ZEBEX Vertriebs GmbH Mobile Computer Division Auto ID Division 2F 531 1 Chung Cheng Road SF 540 1 Chung Cheng Road llene Court Building 11 Unit 4 Stimpelwiese 2 Hsin Tien City Taipei Taiwan R O C Hsin Tien City Taipei Taiwan R O C Belle Mead New Jersey 08502 USA 61250 Usingen Germany Tel 886 2 2218 2018 Tel 886 2 2218 3501 Tel 1 908 359 2070 Tel 49 1805 258443 Fax 886 2 2218 8670 Fax 886 2 2218 1415 Fax 1 908 359 1272 Fax 49 1805 258442 Web site www zebex com tw Web site www zebex com tw Web site www zebex com Web site www zebex com tw e mail mail zebex com tw E mail mail zebex com tw E mail sales zebex com E mail zbg zebex com tw IMPORTANT NOTICE ZEBEX INDUSTRIES INC MAKES NO WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WITH REGARD TO THIS MATERIAL INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANT ABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PRYPOSE ZEBEX INDUSTRIES INC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ERRORS CONTAINED HEREIN OF FOR INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IN CONNECTION WITH
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