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1. Sample Code 128 Symbol Note Code 128 is available only in Standard Mode cw Default i to PS 2 M188 02 5 10 Code 128 Off LE M071 01 Code 128 Narrow Margins Off Default Clear K Clear All Data i XML Rules MO52 01 MS Q Imager User s Manual Symbologies Composite To read Composite symbols 1 Enable the corresponding linear component 2 Read the Composite On symbol below Important Both the linear symbology and Composite must be enabled before the imager can fully decode a Composite symbol Composite On Composite Off Default SS IKE M285 02 M284 02 Composite by ESP Composite Linkage Control Composite Disabled Composite Linkage Control Required Maximum Decodes per Read BEE When Composite Linkage Control is set to Required symbol data will only be output if both the 2D and 1D components of the symbol are decoded When not required symbol data will be output even when only one of the components is decoded Maximum Decodes per Read Composite Composite Linkage Contral Required Maximum Decades per Read 1 E 1 4 Maximum Decodes per Read represents the maximum number of candidate symbols in the field of view that can be decoded during a read cycle Note that decode speed will decrease as the Maximum Decodes per Read value is increased Sample Composite Symbol HUT Note Composite is available only
2. Background Bluetooth Connection allows the user to begin decoding symbol data before a Bluetooth connection is established When this feature is disabled the Bluetooth connection must be confirmed before decoding can begin Beep Before Bluetooth Connection Beep before Bluetooth Connection Disabled e Enabled When this feature is enabled a second beep is emitted while reading the Bluetooth Quick Connect Code but before the Bluetooth connection is established When this feature is disabled the second beep is emitted upon connection to the Bluetooth Modem MS Q Imager User s Manual 4 27 Other Communications Settings in ESP 4 28 MS Q Imager User s Manual EN 5 Symbologies Contents TOO OSS me NER ER 5 2 AE 5 3 ee E 5 4 elei e EE 5 5 eux o 5 6 18 9 Roi EE 5 7 So ERRHT 5 9 eet KE 5 10 Saee MR NRI 5 11 BIBLE 5 12 Tag i is e 26 ko NND 5 13 WE ae EE 5 14 UIS 8 2 OT RERO 5 15 Weng h c 5 16 VR 5 17 NEC 2 EE 5 18 POPAT ee 5 19 PHa COE NONO 5 20 We alte lee E 5 22 RI MNT 5 24 EAR RE 5 25 Weis dn ea ee ee 5 26 VITO OLOGY NTU NN A ETE 5 27 This section describes the various symbol types that can be read and decoded by the imager Symbologies are arranged al
3. Save Default Clear K Clear ke Settings op to PS 2 br All Data XML e E E Rules Ir i MI88 02 M060 03 M071 01 M052 01 MS Q Imager User s Manual 3 5 Complete Configuration Step 5 Complete Configuration For the MS Q Basic in the default configuration both the left and right buttons as well as the handle trigger can initiate reads For the MS Q Quadrus in the default configuration the right button and handle trigger also initiate reads however the left button is used to toggle between Quadrus Only and Standard Modes Test Symbol Left Right W Indicator Indicator hat ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOP Left Right Button Button MICROSCAN Quadrus WW Save mad Clear D E E M188 02 M49 03 M071 01 M052 01 3 6 MS Q Imager User s Manual Basic Operations Trigger and Button Programming Trigger and button functionality can be configured to read just near field just far field or both fields using the symbols listed below See also Trigger Optimization on page 7 7 Handle Trigger Both Fields Default WE Uh MI57 03 Left Button Both Fields Default MI78 01 Right Button Both Fields Default uua MISS 01 Continuous Read Both Fields MI3 amp 02 Near Field Only Wh MI56 03 Near Field Only MI77 01 Near Field Only Lt M184 01 Near Field Only e s e M140 02 Continuous Read Disabled Default Mz Save shea Settings 2 M188
4. wv Default y e to PS 2 Clear K Clear All Data XML r MI 3 1107 0 MO52 01 Rules M188 02 MS Q Imager User s Manual 5 17 NEC 2 of 5 NEC 2 of 5 Read the following symbols to enable disable NEC 2 of 5 settings NEC 2 of 5 On M673 01 NEC 2 of 5 Off Default M672 01 NEC 2 of 5 by ESP MEC 2 oF 5 Disabled Enabled Enable Checksum Enable Checksum not output Enable decode 1 digit symbol Enable decode 2 digit symbol Enable decode 1 and 2 digit symbol Enable decode 1 digit with checksum Enable decode 2 digit with checksum Enable decode 1 and 2 digit symbol Enable decode 1 dot w checksum not output Enable decode 2 digit w checksum not output Enable decade 1 2 digit w checksum not output Note NEC 2 of 5 is available only in Standard Mode Clear wk Default e All Data i to PS 2 MO 03 M07 0 N MOS2 01 M188 02 5 18 MS Q Imager User s Manual PDF417 Symbologies Read the following symbols to enable disable PDF417 settings PDF417 On Default PDF417 Off Tr See LE Ge M293 01 M292 01 MacroPDF417 On Lk Be M287 l M286 01 PDF417 by ESP PDF417 Enabled Disabled Enabled Handle PDF417 Invalid Shift Sample PDF417 Symbol BIER Note PDF417 is available only in Standard Mode Ski Default r y to PS 2 M188 02 MS Q Imager User s Manual MacroPDF417 Off Defau
5. Clear E All Data MO071 01 M052 01 A 21 Configuration Symbols M301 01 MicroPDF417 On Symbology Identifier Preamble d M313 01 M314 01 M315 oi M316 01 Modem 1200 Baud Modem 2400 Baud Modem 4800 Baud Modem 9600 Baud E M317 01 M318 01 M319 0 M320 oi Modem 19200 Baud Modem 38400 Baud Modem 57600 Baud Modem 115200 Baud M Default e to PS 2 M188 02 mr d Rn M071 01 MO052 01 A 22 MS Q Imager User s Manual M321 Ol Modem Modem Firmware Version e m See GE CERT ee VER sie cs SE pe M329 01 Modem 9600 Baud 7E1 M334 01 Set Time Stamp Value 010000 M338 01 Set Time Stamp Value 030000 M188 02 MS Q Imager User s Manual M326 Oo Disable Rule 410 M330 02 Imager ID Preamble M335 01 Set Time Stamp Value 013000 M339 0 Set Time Stamp Value 033000 Default to PS 2 M327 01 Enable Rule 410 ih Imager ID Postamble M336 01 Set Time Stamp Value 020000 M340 Ol Set Time Stamp Value 040000 M071 01 Clear All Data Appendices M324 01 Turn On Illumination M328 01 AIM ID Config Pass Through M337 01 Set Time Stamp Value 023000 M341 Ol Set Time Stamp Value 043000 M052 01 A 23 Configuration Symbols M342 01 Set Time Stamp Value 050000 M346 0 Set Time Stamp Value 070000 M350 0 Set Time Stamp Value 090000 M354 01 Set Time Stamp Value
6. M188 02 MS Q Imager User s Manual 4 19 Preamble Preamble A preamble is a character or series of characters that is added to the beginning of a decoded data string Preamble characters will appear in the order that they are enabled left to right For example if you enable a comma and then a space and then decode a symbol containing the data ABC your output will look like this ABC The only limit to the number of preambles enabled is the total memory size available Important Be sure to save all settings before reading any of the following preamble symbols otherwise your settings may be lost KW E Save Settings MISS 02 Set the desired preamble by reading the appropriate symbol below M164 02 M166 01 Comma Space Tab USB Only Important Use rA only with serial applications M218 02 M214 02 Tab Erase All Carriage Return Preamble Data Line Feed Note To erase all preamble and postamble data read the following symbol EK Erase Preamble and Postamble Data 4 20 MS Q Imager User s Manual Postamble Communications A postamble is a character or series of characters that is added to the end of a decoded data string Postamble characters will appear in the order that they are enabled left to right For example if you enable a space and then a comma and then decode a symbol containing the data ABC your output will look like this ABC The only limit to the numbe
7. attachment over the face of the MS Q Imager The plastic body of the LightRay Optics device should be pressed firmly against the face of the imager allowing minimum slippage e Be sure that the device and the imager s face are aligned as precisely as possible Assembly 200 Series Place the 200 Series LightRay Optics attachment over the face of the MS Q Imager The plastic body of the LightRay Optic device should be pressed firmly against the face of the imager allowing minimum slippage But sure that the device and the imager s face are aligned as precisely as possible 6 12 MS Q Imager User s Manual I O Parameters Reading Symbols 100 Series For best results begin triggering before the LightRay Optic has come in contact with the surface or substrate Center the symbol in the LightRay Optic guide s cutout Reading Symbols 200 Series For best results begin triggering before the LightRay Optic has come in contact with the surface or substrate Position the symbol equidistant from both of the 200 Series LightRay Optic s guides Guides 7 Symbol MS Q Imager User s Manual 6 13 LightRay Optics LightRay Optics by ESP The MS Q Imager can also be configured and optimized for LightRay operation using ESP Click on the series you are using You can either use the radio buttons 100 Series and 200 Series or click directly on the pictures Th
8. Sit i M006 01 Global Optimization B3 Wen M007 01 Global Optimization C1 LL do M008 01 Global Optimization C2 wn M009 01 Global Optimization C3 Wb M010 01 Global Optimization D1 d cl MO11_01 Global Optimization D2 M012 01 Global Optimization D3 MO013 0 Handle Trigger Opt A1 vs MO14 01 Handle Trigger Opt A2 MOIS 01 Handle Trigger Opt A3 M016 01 Handle Trigger Opt B1 M017 01 Handle Trigger Opt B2 M018 01 Handle Trigger Opt B3 Ir M019 01 Handle Trigger Opt C1 rn M020 01 Handle Trigger Opt C2 M188 02 LI 41049 03 MID 03 MS Q Imager User s Manual M Default T to PS 2 MO071 01 Clear All Data M 52 01 A 7 Configuration Symbols Handle Trigger Opt C3 MO025 0 Left Button Opt A1 Left Button Opt B2 M033 01 Left Button Opt C3 M188 02 A 8 M022 01 Handle Trigger Opt D1 MO026 0 Left Button Opt A2 M030 01 Left Button Opt B3 ot M023 01 Handle Trigger Opt D2 MO027 0 Left Button Opt A3 M031 01 Left Button Opt C1 Left Button Opt D2 Default i to PS 2 M071 01 Handle Trigger Opt D3 Left Button Opt B1 x M032 01 Left Button Opt C2 Ss M036 01 Left Button Opt D3 M040 01 Right But
9. Ms Default to PS 2 MO071 01 Modem 115200 Baud to Postamble Clear All Data Appendices M567 01 Modem 115200 Baud e Append Imager ID to Preamble Save Settings Using MSS8I 01 HF Range Notification Off sans E MS585 02 USB Kb Enumerate on Preset LED Enable M052 01 A 35 Configuration Symbols M586 01 Default to Factory RF One Way Settings M59 01 PS 2 Modem Universal Keyboard Map when in RF Mode M595 0 PS 2 Modem German Keyboard Map M599 01 USB Polling Speed 20 mS M604 01 German Keyboard Mapping M188 02 A 36 MS87 01 HF Range Notification Beep and Vibrate M592 0 PS 2 Modem Custom Keyboard Map M596 0 PS 2 Modem Japanese Keyboard Map M600 01 USB Polling Speed 30 mS M605 01 Japanese Keyboard Mapping Default v M589 0 Tab Keystroke M593 0 PS 2 Modem English Keyboard Map without Leading 0 for Non Printable ASCII M597 0 PS 2 Modem Ctrl Char for Non Printable ASCII M602 01 US English Keyboard Map Without Leading 0 M606 01 US English Keyboard Map with Ctrl Char for Non Printable ASCII i to PS 2 M071 01 M590 Oo PS 2 Modem English Keyboard Map with Leading 0 for Non Printable ASCII PS 2 Modem French Keyboard Map M598 01 USB Polling Speed 10 mS M603 01 French Keyboard Mapping M607 01 Full Field I
10. RS 232 Interface Data Bits 1 M109 01 Vibrate On Beep Off MII3 01 Disable Pair Auth Encrypt MII 0 Enable Pairing M188 02 A 12 M102 01 RS 232 Interface Parity Even RS 232 Interface Data Bits 2 MIIO 01 Beep Off H De Se gm M114 02 Disconnect from Bluetooth M118 01 RF Com Enable 1 E TA s Ve MIO3 01 RS 232 Interface Parity None MIO 01 Vibrate On Beep On MII 01 Beep Quiet MIIS5 01 Encrypt Enable Pairing Auth M119 0 Bluetooth Radio Time Out 1 Hour Default to PS 2 M071 01 M104 01 RS 232 Interface Parity Odd MI10S 01 Vibrate Off Beep On MI12 01 Beep Loud M116 01 Inquire and Connect M120 0 Bluetooth Radio Time Out 2 Hours M052 01 MS Q Imager User s Manual MIZI 01 Bluetooth Radio Time Out 5 Minutes M125 01 Bluetooth Radio Time Out 90 Minutes M129 02 DE Two Way Mode MI133 01 USB Downloader Mode M137 Oo Cable Active Sleep Time Out Cabled Always M188 02 MS Q Imager User s Manual MI22 01 Bluetooth Radio Time Out 10 Minutes M126 01 PS 2 Mode M130 01 RF Enabled M134 02 USB Keyboard Mode MI3 amp 02 Continuous Read Near and Far Fields LI MIO 03 MOD 03 M Default to PS 2 M123 0 Bluetooth Radio Time Out 15 Minutes M127 01 RF One Way Mode Max Range M135 04 USB Nat
11. The following symbol will read in Ull with Pass Through mode because en the invalid compliance indicator suggests that the encoded characters form a non Ull message stream RS Bb Save Default Clear Clear Fr Settings to PS 2 ei ET All Data XML e t s Rules A mt cae M188 02 Mons Mae 08 M071 01 M052 01 MS Q Imager User s Manual 10 7 Unique Item Identifiers Valid Formats The table below shows examples of correctly encoded UIl message streams and the decoded Ull output Examples of Valid UII Message Streams and UII Output Encoded message stream RS 05 GS 0100061414199999 GS 211 AOB9C3D6 RS EOT Al Format 05 gt RS OS GS GS RS EOT Decoded Ull output I 000614141999991A0B9C3D6 Encoded message stream gt RS 06 GS 18SOCVA5674A36458 RS EOT DI Format 06 Decoded Ull output DOCVA5674A36458 Encoded message stream RS DD GS CAG987654 GS SERMKJHUIYD RS EOT TEI Format DD gt RS DD GS GS RSH Decoded Ull output D987654MKLJHUIYD M Default Y to PS 2 to USB M188 02 mr d Rn MO71 01 M052 01 10 8 MS Q Imager User s Manual EE opendices Appendix A General SpeocIfICatlOnis ette etico A que a a A 2 Appendix B Electrical Speeilcalons E A 4 Appendix C Configuration Symbols nnne nennen nnne nennen nnns A 7 Appendix D Configuration Symbol Reference ist A 41 Appendix E Hardware Default and Manual Battery Recharge nennen A 58 Appendix F M
12. 228 6 mm High Resolution Focal Point Near 2 75 70 mm Far 4 5 115 mm Sensor Array Near Field 1024 by 640 Default Far Field 1024 by 640 Default Communication Protocols Standard Interface USB Optional Interface RS 232 Bluetooth Class 1 Radio at 328 100m PS 2 Image Output Options Format JPEG BMP Image Lock A 2 i 5 0 127 mm 5 9 150 mm el 41 mm MS Q Imager Dimensions Shown with H2 Handle Option Read Parameters Pitch 60 front to back Skew 60 Tilt X360 Focal Range 1 to 20 25 to 508 mm Rotational Tolerance 180 Print contrast Resolution 25 1D symbols 35 PDF417 absolute dark light reflectance differential measure at 650 nm Target Beam Visible Laser Diode at 630 nm Class 2 Ambient Light Immunity Sunlight Up to 9000 ft candles 96 890 lux Shock Withstands 100 drops of 6 5 2 meters to concrete Indicators LEDs Memory status Battery power Successful decode connection status Programmable Indicators Beep or Vibrate options indicate imager operation and connection status Safety Certifications FCC CE RoHS WEEE amp Er ISO 9001 2000 Certification No 06 1080 Issued by T V USA Copyright 02009 Microscan Systems Inc All rights reserved Specifications subject to change Product specifications are given for typical performance at 25 C 77 F using grade A labels Performance char
13. Symbol Background Symbol Background refers to the color of the substrate on which a symbol is printed or marked In the default state Reverse Background On means that both types of symbols dark on light and light on dark will be read Reverse Background Off will speed up image processing if only dark symbols on light backgrounds are being read Reverse Background On Default iiaii Go Reverse Background Off De Sample Data Matrix Symbol Light Background RN Sample Data Matrix Symbol Dark Background Muze Save Ww Default T Clear K Clear Ei Settings Ql to PS 2 s All Data XML s e Rules E E e MI88 02 BLM M071_01 M052_01 7 20 MS Q Imager User s Manual Advanced Operations Set Decode Time The MS Q s default settings are designed for optimal general purpose performance with high quality symbols on typical surfaces For poor quality symbols more decode time may be required You can control the amount of time the imager spends on each decode attempt before abandoning the current attempt and beginning a new attempt Short Decode Time Lk M217 01 Normal Decode Time Default approx 375 mS Ss M152 01 Long Decode Time approx 675 mS ie MISI 01 Extra Long Decode Time approx 750 mS M148 01 Mo Save y Ww Default T Clear K Clear Er Settings ki i to PS 2 All Data XML AN Rules E r i MISS 02 aai 98 M071_01 M052 01 MS Q Imager User s Man
14. 110000 M355 01 Set Time Stamp Value 130000 M343 01 Set Time Stamp Value 053000 M347 Ol Set Time Stamp Value 073000 M351 01 Set Time Stamp Value 093000 M355 01 Set Time Stamp Value 113000 M359 0 Set Time Stamp Value 133000 M344 01 Set Time Stamp Value 060000 M348 Ol Set Time Stamp Value 080000 M352 01 Set Time Stamp Value 00000 M356 01 Set Time Stamp Value 120000 M360 0 Set Time Stamp Value 140000 M345 01 Set Time Stamp Value 063000 M349 0 Set Time Stamp Value 083000 M353 01 Set Time Stamp Value 103000 M357 01 Set Time Stamp Value 123000 M361 01 Set Time Stamp Value 143000 Default t to PS 2 M188 02 REN MO071 0 MOS2_01 A 24 MS Q Imager User s Manual M362 01 Set Time Stamp Value 150000 M366 Ol Set Time Stamp Value 70000 M370 0 Set Time Stamp Value 90000 M374 01 Set Time Stamp Value 210000 M378 0 Set Time Stamp Value 230000 M363 01 Set Time Stamp Value 153000 M367 Oo Set Time Stamp Value 173000 M371 01 Set Time Stamp Value 193000 M375 01 Set Time Stamp Value 213000 M379 0 Set Time Stamp Value 233000 M364 0 Set Time Stamp Value 160000 M368 0 Set Time Stamp Value 80000 M372 01 Set Time Stamp Value 200000 M376 0 Set Time Stamp Value 220000 Appendices M365 01 Set Time Stamp Value 163000 M369 0 Set Time Sta
15. 5 Minutes Bluetooth Radio Time Out 10 Minutes Bluetooth Radio Time Out 15 Minutes Bluetooth Radio Time Out 30 Minutes Bluetooth Radio Time Out 90 Seconds PS 2 Mode RF One Way Mode Max Range RF One Way Mode Max Reliability RF Two Way Mode RF Com Enable RS 232 Two Way Mode USB Downloader Mode USB Keyboard Mode USB Native Two Way Mode Cable Active Sleep Time Out Cabled 2 hours Cable Active Sleep Time Out Cabled Always Continuous Read Near and Far Fields Continuous Read Far Field Only Continuous Read Near Field Only Continuous Read Off Continuous Read Trigger Delays 0 Seconds Continuous Read Trigger Delays 1 Second Continuous Read Trigger Delays 3 Seconds Continuous Read Sleep Time Out Uncabled 5 Minutes Continuous Read Sleep Time Out Uncabled 15 Minutes Continuous Read Sleep Time Out Uncabled 30 Minutes Extra Long Decode Time Double LEDs for Non Standard Inks Off LEDs for Non Standard Inks On Long Decode Time Normal Decode Time Imager ID and Firmware Handle Trigger Take Picture Handle Trigger Far Field Only Handle Trigger Near Field Only Handle Trigger Near and Far Fields Preamble Comma Postamble Comma Postamble Enter MS Q Imager User s Manual M162 01 M163 01 M164 02 M165 04 M166 01 M167 04 M168 04 M169 04 M170 04 M171 01 M172 01 M173 01 M174 01 M175 01 M176 01 M177 01 M178 01 M179 01 M181 02 M182 01 M
16. Device Control Differences Firmware Bluetooth Advanced Batch File Collection Batch File Creator Batch File Description Download Collection Add El M184_01 Right Trigger Read el VII Save settings Save Collection As The Download Collection and Save Collection As buttons allow you to acquire the entire contents of the batch file archive and save the files in a location of your choice u Remove amp HE Scroll through the list of batch files in the archive and choose the ones you need Move them to the collection window using the Add arrow Files can also be transferred by clicking and dragging The single Remove arrow functions in the same way as the Add arrow except that it transfers files back to the batch archive The double Remove arrow allows you to transfer all files simultaneously s MS Q Imager User s Manual I 70 Unique Item Identifiers Contents JFOVEVI EW MR RR UM c P Rm 10 2 Non BIER te EE 10 3 BI Beef EE 10 4 ETOP dE el Le re H t 10 6 iSo Ml e ROS CRM NERONI Teen DDR RU eH 10 8 This section explains the structure and purpose of Unique Item Identifiers Ulls and how to configure the MS Q Imager to read them MS Q Imager User s Manual 10 1 UII Overview Ull Overview The Department of Defense DoD now requires Unique Item Identifiers Ulls for all products sol
17. M387 01 M388 01 M389 01 M390 01 M391 01 M392 01 M393 01 M394 01 M395 01 M396 01 M397 01 M398 01 M399 01 M400_01 M401_01 M402_01 M404 01 M405 02 M406 02 M407 01 M408 01 M409 01 M410 01 M411 01 M412 01 M413 01 M414 01 M415 01 M416 01 M417 01 M418 02 M419 01 A 50 Configuration Symbol Reference List Set TimeStamp Value 230000 Set TimeStamp Value 233000 Preamble STX Postamble ETX Default to USB with LEDs and Active BT Default to PS 2 with LEDs and Active BT Image Uploader Compressed Image JPEG Image Uploader Uncompressed Image BMP Image Uploader Far Field Image Uploader Near Field Code 39 Narrow Margin Disable Code 39 Narrow Margin Enable Code 128 Narrow Margin Disable Code 128 Narrow Margin Enable Code 11 Disable Code 11 Enable Two Checksum Digits Checked Code 11 One Checksum Digit Checked Code 11 Two Checksum Digits Checked and Stripped from Result Code 11 One Checksum Digit Checked and Stripped from Result Disable Code 128 Narrow Margin Enable Code 128 Narrow Margin Disable Code 39 Narrow Margin Enable Code 39 Narrow Margin Translate CRLF into Enter Erase Preamble Only Erase Postamble Only Preamble and Postamble Default to Factory Settings Save Settings Reboot Disable Pharmacode Enable Pharmacode No Color Standard Rules Horiz Decode Normal Direction Enable Pharmacode Color Relaxed Contrast Horiz Decode Normal Direction Enable Pharmacode No Col
18. M449 01 Modem 2400 baud M450 01 Modem 2400 baud M451 01 Modem 2400 baud M452 01 Modem 2400 baud M453 01 Modem 2400 baud M454 01 Modem 2400 baud M455 01 Modem 2400 baud M456 01 Modem 2400 baud M457 01 Modem 2400 baud M458 01 Modem 2400 baud M459 01 Modem 2400 baud M460 01 Modem 2400 baud MS Q Imager User s Manual A 51 M461 01 M462 01 M463 01 M464 01 M465 01 M466 01 M467 01 M468 01 M469 01 M470 01 M471 01 M472 01 M473 01 M474 01 M475 01 M476 01 M477 01 M478 01 M479 01 M480 01 M481 01 M482 01 M483 01 M484 01 M485 01 M486 01 M487 01 M488 01 M489 01 M490 01 M491 01 M492 01 M493 01 M494 01 M495 01 M496 01 M497 01 M498 01 M499 01 M500 01 A 52 Configuration Symbol Reference List Modem 2400 baud Modem 2400 baud Modem 2400 baud Modem 2400 baud Modem 2400 baud Modem 4800 baud Modem 4800 baud Modem 4800 baud Modem 4800 baud Modem 4800 baud Modem 4800 baud Modem 4800 baud Modem 4800 baud Modem 4800 baud Modem 4800 baud Modem 4800 baud Modem 4800 baud Modem 4800 baud Modem 4800 baud Modem 4800 baud Modem 4800 baud Modem 4800 baud Modem 9600 baud Modem 9600 baud Modem 9600 baud Modem 9600 baud Modem 9600 baud Modem 9600 baud Modem 9600 baud Modem 9600 baud Modem 9600 baud Modem 9600 baud Modem 9600 baud Modem 9600 baud Modem 9600 baud Modem 9600 baud Modem 9600 baud Modem 9600 baud Mode
19. Step 1 The retainer clip prevents the handle from detaching from the charger and falling If you are mounting the charger to a countertop start at Step 2 and do not install the retainer clip 1 From the back of the charger slide the retainer clip into the slot provided Secure the retainer clip with the washer and screw provided Step 1 Step 1 cont Step 3 2 Secure the charger to the wall or countertop with screws of the appropriate size Note Screws for mounting the assembled charger should not exceed 0 2 on the shaft or 0 4 on the head Mounting screws not included in assembly kit 3 Rest the top of the handle in the top slot and gently slide the bottom of the handle onto the charging pins MS Q Battery Charger Options Kit 2 Bay Battery Charger for H1 Batteries USA Power Supply 98 000075 04 Kit 2 Bay Battery Charger for H1 Batteries Europe Power Supply 98 000075 05 Kit 2 Bay Battery Charger for H1 Batteries UK Power Supply 98 000075 06 Kit Cable Battery Charger for Battery Handle USA Power Supply 98 000075 07 Kit Cable Battery Charger for Battery Handle Europe Power Supply 98 000075 08 Kit Cable Battery Charger for Battery Handle UK Power Supply 98 000075 09 Kit Charging Bay for Battery Handle USA Power Supply 98 000075 10 Kit Charging Bay for Battery Handle Europe Power Supply 98 000075 11 Kit Charging Bay for Battery Handle UK Power Sup
20. UART receive signal USB Data minus signal PIN 6 PS 2 CLK KB PS 2 clock signal to the keyboard PIN 7 TRIG trigger from the handle PIN 8 GND signal ground Shield Shield Ground A 4 MS Q Imager User s Manual USB Cable Pinouts Connector A Appendices Connector B A DT INCHES MS Q Imager User s Manual WIRING TABLE COMM A NAME WIRE COLOR CONN B 1 V 24AWG RED 1 f 2 MC y 3 NE 4 D 28AWG GREEN TWISTED 3 5 D 28AWG WHITE TWISTED 2 NC 7 NC 4 B GND MAWG BLACK 4 SHELL DRAIN BARE SHELL Electrical Specifications RS 232 Cable Pinouts Connector B Connector A FIM In A 9FT X TIN Connector B Connector C Leg 6 5IN SIN Connector B Center Pin OD 2 0 mm Length 8 5 mm Mating Plug OD 5 5 mm Input BN Min 500 mA WIRING DIAGRAM COMA NAME WARE COLOR CONE we COLOR COMNC 1 Mc o MANG RED 1 MANS RED TIP 2 TX ANG BROWN 2 3 RX AN ORANGE 3 4 NC 5 MC 5 NC 7 NC A D 6 MAG BLACK i MANG BLACK FING a NC SHELL m BARE SHELL SEE WIRING DIAGRAM BELOW FOR CONN A PIN 1 CONN B PIN 1 AND CONN C TIP A 6 MS Q Imager User s Manual Appendices Appendix C Configuration Symbols MO001 01 Global Optimization A1 M002 01 Global Optimization A2 MO003 01 Global Optimization A3 is M004 01 Global Optimization B1 pi teh MO005 01 Global Optimization B2 Y
21. Wiz Default T Clear K ea Le hh Save dis Fr Settings T i to PS 2 j All Data A es E E UL MISS 02 enun M071 01 M052 01 4 13 MS Q Imager User s Manual Bluetooth Interface Lockout Link Mode Lockout Link Mode can be used to establish a permanent connection between the MS Q and a Bluetooth Modem Read the Quick Connect Code on the top of the modem to which you wish to establish a permanent link Listen for the single beep to indicate a successful connection e Read the Lockout Link Mode symbol below To reassign a permanent connection between the modem and a different MS Q read the Unlock Link symbol below Follow the above instructions with the new imager to establish the new connection cun M710 02 Lockout Link Mode Unlock Link Mex Default T Clear Y to PS 2 e All Data Par Me 03 MO071 01 MO052 01 M188 02 4 14 MS Q Imager User s Manual Communications Connecting via RS 232 with a USB Bluetooth Modem In some applications it may become necessary to connect to a host via RS 232 using a USB Bluetooth Modem The following steps allow you to convert a USB Bluetooth connection to RS 232 1 Plug the USB cable into the Bluetooth Modem and the host computer s USB port Important You must use a charged MS Q battery for this procedure to work properly Read the Quick Connect Code on the top label of the Bluetooth Modem You will now be able to decode and send data to a program in
22. and cable ordered and sold separately Battery Charger Installation Instructions Installing the Power Cable 1 Connect the power supply to the charger by aligning the connector on the power supply to the power connector on the bottom of the charger Step 2 Step 3 Firmly press the power supply connector and the charger s power connector together Guide the power cable through the space provided on the end of the charger as shown above Installing the Modem The charger is shipped with four screws for attaching a Bluetooth Modem 1 2 Turn the charger over so that the base faces upward Place the Bluetooth Modem into the charger with the 8 pin DIN connector facing away from the battery charging Step 3 Step connectors Secure the modem with the four screws provided Attach the cable to the modem by aligning the 8 pin DIN connectors and pushing them together firmly Guide the cable through the opening at the end of the charger that is aligned with the 8 pin DIN connector MS Q Imager User s Manual A 63 MS Q Battery Charger Battery Charger Mounting Instructions The charger can be mounted to a wall or a countertop laa Wall Mounted Countertop Mounted Battery Charger Battery Charger Note If you are mounting the charger to a wall first install the retainer clip with washer and screw
23. base of the battery bay onap the imager onto the handle over the battery Be sure that the underside of the imager is latched at the front of the handle Secure the underside of the imager to the handle with the two screws provided Select one of the Batch Setup modes Send and Log or Send and Buffer Read symbols as required Save settings When convenient or when the buffer is full open any Windows compatible program that can accept keyboard text for USB and PS 2 or serial data for RS 232 and Bluetooth 8 Attach a cable or connect to Bluetooth to download buffered data Batch Setup Send and Log Mode es f you read the Send and Log Mode symbol to the left all buffered data will be downloaded to the host but retained in the imager s memory whenever you connect AN N O1 P c MO76 0 Send and Buffer Mode Default If you read the Send and Buffer Mode symbol to the right all buffered data will ZU be downloaded to the host and ERASED in the imager whenever you connect You must have a data collection program open before connecting in Send and Buffer Mode or all buffered data will be lost M075_01 w ae Save Settings M188 02 1 10 MS Q Imager User s Manual Quick Start Install ESP ESP Software can be found on the Microscan Tools CD that is packaged with the MS Q 1 Follow the prompts to install ESP from the CD 2 Click on the ESP icon to run the program Note ESP ca
24. commands or switch Terminal and Firmware reader models File Model Options Help Y L A i p d L p e E B Aa EZ Mode Connect Send Recy Switch Model Parameters Imager Terminal Utilities Parameters Communications Communications Mode Reader Packet Format Expect Host Response Store if not Connected Text Commands USB Keyboard Rate R5232 Batch Mode Baud Rate Parity Stop Bits Data Bits Keyboard Mapping Reader Auto Connect Reconnect Timeout Reader Auto Disconnect Max Connection Wat Time Bluetooth Communication Read Cycle Symbologies UO m Reader to Host Packet Size Reader Send Retry Count Host Acknowledgement Timeout Bluetooth Out of Range Alarm Background Bluetooth Connection Beep before Bluetooth Connection Click these tabs to access ESP Values USB Keyboard Raw 16384 Disabled 3 15 Enabled Disabled enable magic sequence 10 Detect RS232 57 6K None Two Eight US English with leading 0 in alt num Enabled 90 Disabled 30 Disabled Disabled Disabled configuration tree controls Preamble Save As Postamble Send to Reader Include with global Send Save e Preamble Postamble v Insert Alt Ctrl Shift Windows Home End Enter Escape Insert Page Up Backspace Delete Page Down Up Line Feed Left Down Right Carriage Return CR Percent Sign Esc 500 ms Delay
25. time before a symbol can be read and transmitted Read the symbols below to set the period of time before Bluetooth enters Sleep Mode EE 90 Seconds Default 30 Minutes MI25 01 M124 01 We 5 Minutes 1 Hour MIZI Oo MII9 01 us Te 10 Minutes 2 Hours M122 0 MI20 0 15 Minutes MI23 0 Note Increasing the amount of time before the imager times out will decrease battery life Note If the imager has power USB cable power cable etc it will disconnect based on Cabled Timeout settings Wiz Default T Clear K Clear to PS 2 All Data XML e r Rules MI88 02 e M071 01 MO052 01 4 12 MS Q Imager User s Manual Communications Out of Range Notification This feature allows you to set the imager to beep or vibrate when the Bluetooth radio is out of range Read the symbols below to set the desired Out of Range Notification profile m MS83 01 MS82 01 Enable Out of Range Beep Enable Out of Range Vibrate M587_01 M581_01 Enable Out of Range Disable Out of Range Notification Beep and Vibrate Default Default RF M684 01 Auto Save Last Bluetooth Address If the MS Q is saved in the proper RF communication mode enabling Auto Save will allow the imager to automatically save the last device to which it was connected This eliminates the need to Save Settings after reading the Quick Connect Code E M747 01 M746 01 Disable Auto Save Default Enable Auto Save M684 01
26. 01 M351 01 M352 01 M353 01 M354 01 M355 01 M356 01 M357 01 M358 01 M359 01 M360 01 M361 01 M362 01 M363 01 M364 01 M365 01 M366 01 M367 01 M368 01 M369 01 M370 01 M371 01 M372 01 M373 01 M374 01 M375 01 M376 01 M377 01 Set TimeStamp Value 030000 Set TimeStamp Value 033000 Set TimeStamp Value 040000 Set TimeStamp Value 043000 Set TimeStamp Value 050000 Set TimeStamp Value 053000 Set TimeStamp Value 060000 Set TimeStamp Value 063000 Set TimeStamp Value 070000 Set TimeStamp Value 073000 Set TimeStamp Value 080000 Set TimeStamp Value 083000 Set TimeStamp Value 090000 Set TimeStamp Value 093000 Set TimeStamp Value 100000 Set TimeStamp Value 103000 Set TimeStamp Value 110000 Set TimeStamp Value 113000 Set TimeStamp Value 120000 Set TimeStamp Value 123000 Set TimeStamp Value 130000 Set TimeStamp Value 133000 Set TimeStamp Value 140000 Set TimeStamp Value 143000 Set TimeStamp Value 150000 Set TimeStamp Value 153000 Set TimeStamp Value 160000 Set TimeStamp Value 163000 Set TimeStamp Value 170000 Set TimeStamp Value 173000 Set TimeStamp Value 180000 Set TimeStamp Value 183000 Set TimeStamp Value 190000 Set TimeStamp Value 193000 Set TimeStamp Value 200000 Set TimeStamp Value 203000 Set TimeStamp Value 210000 Set TimeStamp Value 213000 Set TimeStamp Value 220000 Set TimeStamp Value 223000 MS Q Imager User s Manual Appendices A 49 M378 01 M379 01 M381 01 M382 01 M383 01 M384 01 M385 01 M386 01
27. 19200 Baud M520 0 Modem 38400 Baud M505 0 Modem 19200 Baud M509 0 Modem 19200 Baud M4513 01 Modem 19200 Baud M517 0 Modem 38400 Baud M4521 01 Modem 38400 Baud z M506 0 Modem 19200 Baud a M510 01 Modem 19200 Baud M514 01 Modem 19200 Baud M518 0 Modem 38400 Baud M522 0 Modem 38400 Baud M507 0 Modem 19200 Baud M511 01 Modem 19200 Baud M515 01 Modem 19200 Baud M519 0 Modem 38400 Baud M523 0 Modem 38400 Baud Default t to PS 2 MISS 02 M049 03 Weg M071 01 M052 01 A 32 MS Q Imager User s Manual M524 0 Modem 38400 Baud M4528 01 Modem 38400 Baud M532 01 Modem 38400 Baud M536 01 Modem 57600 Baud M540 01 Modem 57600 Baud Main 0l Modem 38400 Baud M529 0 Modem 38400 Baud M533 0 Modem 38400 Baud M537 01 Modem 57600 Baud M541 01 Modem 57600 Baud Ke M526 0 Modem 38400 Baud M530 0 Modem 38400 Baud M534 01 Modem 57600 Baud M538 0 Modem 57600 Baud d M542 01 Modem 57600 Baud Appendices M527 0 Modem 38400 Baud M4531 01 Modem 38400 Baud M4535 01 Modem 57600 Baud M539 0 Modem 57600 Baud M543 01 Modem 57600 Baud Clear All Data Default Y to PS 2 MO071 01 M052 01 M188 02 M49 o Me 03 MS Q Imager User s Manual A 33 Configura
28. 6100 0046G MS Q Quadrus High Resolution USB H2 Rev 6 Hardware FIS 6100 0047G MS Q Quadrus High Resolution Batch Battery Rev 6 Hardware FIS 6100 0048G MS Q Quadrus High Resolution PS 2 Rev 6 Hardware FIS 6100 0049G MS Q Quadrus High Resolution Bluetooth Rev 6 Hardware FIS 6100 0050G MS Q Quadrus Standard Resolution USB H2 Rev 6 Hardware FIS 6100 0051G MS Q Quadrus Standard Resolution Batch Battery Rev 6 Hardware FIS 6100 0052G MS Q Quadrus SW Standard Resolution Image Lock H2 Rev 6 Hardware FIS 6100 0053G MS Q Quadrus Standard Resolution Bluetooth Rev 6 Hardware MS Q Basic Standard Resolution USB H2 FIS 6100 0054G FIS 6150 0020G MS Q Basic Standard Resolution Batch Battery BH1 FIS 6150 0021G MS Q Basic Standard Resolution Batch Battery BH2 FIS 6150 0022G MS Q Basic Standard Resolution Bluetooth BH1 FIS 6150 0023G MS Q Basic Standard Resolution Bluetooth BH2 FIS 6150 0024G MS Q Basic Standard Resolution PS 2 MS Q Basic Standard Resolution Bluetooth Telec approved BH1 FIS 6150 0025G FIS 6150 0026G MS Q Basic Standard Resolution Bluetooth Telec approved BH2 FIS 6150 0027G MS Q Basic Standard Resolution USB H2 Rev 6 Hardware FIS 6150 0028G MS Q Basic Standard Resolution Batch Battery Rev 6 Hardware FIS 6150 0029G MS Q Basic Standard Resolution PS 2 Rev 6 H
29. AC RS EOT Trailer Data Element Data Element Data Element Trailer Character Separator Separator Separator Character 10 2 MS Q Imager User s Manual Unique Item Identifiers Non Ull Characters The table below identifies and describes all characters in a Ull message stream that are not part of the final Ull sent to the host Non UI Characters in a UII Message Stream Compliance EE Identifies to the imager that the symbol contains a Ull Format Describes the type of data qualifier used These qualifiers Header include Al format 05 DI format 06 and TEI format DD An ASCII character that separates the compliance indicator from Trailer Character the format header information and also appears at the end of the message stream Data Element Separator An ASCII character used to separate data fields Message Trailer ldentifies the end of the message within the data stream Data Qualifier Defines each data element placed in the UII message stream When a message stream in any of the three available formats is read by the imager non Ull characters are omitted and the UII is sent to the host Al DI TEI format 05 format 06 format DD r Imager V UII Host MS Q Imager User s Manual 10 3 Unique Item Identifiers UII Mode Features Ull Only Enabled Ull Only Enabled with Erro
30. C3 Continuous Trigger Optimization D1 Continuous Trigger Optimization D2 Continuous Trigger Optimization D3 Continuous Trigger Off RS 232 Interface Baud Rate 1200 RS 232 Interface Baud Rate 2400 RS 232 Interface Baud Rate 4800 RS 232 Interface Baud Rate 9600 RS 232 Interface Baud Rate 19200 RS 232 Interface Baud Rate 38400 RS 232 Interface Baud Rate 57600 RS 232 Interface Baud Rate 115200 RS 232 Interface Data Bits 7 RS 232 Interface Data Bits 8 RS 232 Interface Parity Even RS 232 Interface Parity None RS 232 Interface Parity Odd RS 232 Interface Data Bits 1 RS 232 Interface Data Bits 2 Vibrate On Beep On Vibrate Off Beep On Vibrate On Beep Off Beep Off Beep Quiet Beep Loud Disable Pair Auth Encrypt Disconnect from Bluetooth Encrypt Enable Pairing Auth Inquire and Connect Enable Pairing RF Com Enable Bluetooth Radio Time Out 1 Hour MS Q Imager User s Manual Appendices A 43 M120 01 M121 01 M122 01 M123 01 M124 01 M125 01 M126 01 M127 01 M128 01 M129 02 M130 01 M132 01 M133 01 M134 02 M135 04 M136 01 M137 01 M138 02 M139 02 M140 02 M141 03 M142 01 M143 01 M144 01 M145 01 M146 01 M147 01 M148 01 M149 01 M150 01 M151 01 M152 01 M153 01 M154 04 M155 03 M156 03 M157 03 M159 02 M160 04 M161 04 A 44 Configuration Symbol Reference List Bluetooth Radio Time Out 2 Hours Bluetooth Radio Time Out
31. Center the laser spot on the symbol and wait a second or two for a decode For configuration symbols you will hear 2 beeps when a good read occurs For data symbols you will hear 1 beep when a good read occurs 5 If no decode occurs slowly draw away from the symbol while holding the laser spot steadily in place The laser beam can be harmful to eyesight Avoid eye contact with the laser beam Never point the beam at other people or in a direction where people may be passing Test Symbol NW hae ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOP Targeting Suggestions Typically you should not hold the imager exactly perpendicular to the symbol Position the imager about 15 to 30 degrees to avoid specular reflection Do not wave the imager side to side or up and down or attempt to sweep across a symbol sudden movements will create fuzzy images and result in failed read attempts e The imager is omnidirectional and can read a symbol from any position The exception to this is with certain linear symbols in these cases the read area will be oriented to the length of the symbol wx Default Clear K Clear Gaas to PS 2 LES All Data XML e A MIN 03 1107 0 M05 01 Rules MI88_02 3 2 MS Q Imager User s Manual Basic Operations Step 2 Determine Optimum Position 1 Position the reader in front of the symbol High Resolution Option 2 75 inches for near field or 4 5 inches for far field e S
32. EZ Mode toolbar allows you to switch to App Mode check your connection parameters Decode Symbol Data The Decode button Decode pues Data allows you to begin capturing images and displaying decoded symbol data right away Taking Pictures Select Trigger ta Take Picture The Taking Pictures dropdown menu allows you to choose which trigger will activate an image capture Handle Trigger Right Button or Left Button Far Field Save Image Near Field When an image is captured it is displayed here as a split view that shows both the near field and far field images Double click this image to view it in a larger format Click Save Image to save it to a location of your choice M5 O 1 M5 MS Q Imager User s Manual Application Mode Application Mode gives you access to a robust configuration environment including Using ESP tree controls that let you make precise changes to operation parameters and graphic interfaces that make configuring your imager easy and intuitive Click here to Click on this icon to Click here for imager button return to return to this view from optimization configuration EZ Mode Utilities or Terminal and configuration summary Menu Click these buttons to Click here Click here for Image toolbar send and Receive to open Upload Batch Files
33. I DSED Attempting to Decode None Battery Status None Successful Decode and Cabled Dara Transfer None Solid GREEN 1 beep ea tale e and Memory Status None 1 beep Batch Memory Full Solid RED None 3 beeps Configuration Symbol 1 beep pause 1 Successfully Processed None None beep Configuration Symbol Successfully Decoded but None None 6 beeps Not Processed Attempting to Connect io Flashes BLUE Solid GREEN None SEH Connection None None 4 beeps Bluetooth Connection Flashes BLUE every 15 Flashes Battery Status None Successful seconds every 15 seconds Sending Bluetooth Data Flashes Memory Status None None a When power is supplied via cable the LED will remain green whenever the imager is active Left Right Top LEDs When not active the MS Q will flash battery or power status every 15 seconds The colors will vary depending on the message the imager is sending e GREEN 50 100 battery capacity OR 100 of memory available e AMBER 20 50 battery capacity OR 20 99 of memory available e RED 0 20 battery capacity or no memory available e BLUE Bluetooth Mode The MS Q also emits beeps and or vibrates to indicate specific information to the user Refer to the table above MICROSCAN j to better understand MS Q feedback a c B Quadrus 8 MS Q Imager User s Manual 6 5 Trigger and Button Programming Trigger and Button Programming Trigger and button functionality can be configured to
34. M092 01 MO96 0 TIT LT EI CR 2400 38 4K MO93 0 M097 0 Y ey T 4800 E 57 6K Default Moo4 0 MO98 01 5h IH We Ka 9600 115 2K K Save Settings Moos OI Mood OI MISS 02 f Y Default Me M Save Clear K Clear Ji Settings y e to PS 2 All Data XML E Rules E E E M188 02 nidi M071 01 M052 01 4 6 MS Q Imager User s Manual Communications Parity RS 232 Parity is an error detection routine in which one data bit in each character is set to 1 or 0 so that the total number of 1 bits in the data field is even or odd It only needs to be changed if necessary to match the host setting TU s Im E None Default Zo Odd KE Even MI103 01 M104 01 M102 01 Stop Bits RS 232 otop Bits are added to indicate the end of each character This setting should only be changed if necessary to match the host setting 2 Stop Bits Default ue 1 Stop Bit Data Bits RS 232 Data Bits are the total number of bits in each character This setting only needs to be changed if necessary to match the host setting ee 8 Data Bits Default L4 7 Data Bits MIOI 01 M100 01 Timeout Settings Cabled This feature sets the amount of time a cabled MS Q will be enumerated before entering Sleep Mode in order to charge the battery more quickly Cabled Timeout Cabled Timeout r Never Default 2 Hours Default MI37 01 M136 01 MUR Save Default T Clear K Clear Er Settings ae to PS 2 All Data XM
35. M299 01 M298 01 Note Unless necessary enabling Narrow Margins are not recommended UPC Extension On UPC Extension Off Default YES Team UPC EAN JAN by ESP UPC Enabled Expansion Enabled upplementals Enabled Narrow Margins Disabled Enabled Sample UPC E Symbol L 122 55 Note UPC EAN JAN is available only in Standard Mode wx Default Clear K Clear ME i to PS 2 All Data XML d E Mt 03 1107 0 MOa 01 Rules a M188 02 5 26 MS Q Imager User s Manual Symbologies Symbology Identifier When Symbology Identifier is enabled an AIM Association for Automatic Identification and Mobility preamble is added to decoded data output This preamble identifies what kind of symbology has been decoded The Symbology Identifier feature can be disabled by reading the Clear XML Rules symbol e M308_03 M032 0 Enable Symbology Identifier Clear XML Rules Symbology Identifier by ESP Symbology Identifier Disabled Disabled Enabled Y Default T Clear K Clear a to PS 2 All Data XML e r Rules MI88 02 MO66 03 M071 01 M052 01 MS Q Imager User s Manual 5 27 Symbology Identifier 5 28 MS Q Imager User s Manual ee 6 O Parameters Contents VO Parameters Dy BOP EE 6 2 Laser T ALOGT tp 6 3 NUTT eal ake Co a En tee ctor nn PPM 6 4 Mo Operational e ee 6 5 Trigger and Button PEOgtalvitlfig EE 6 6 BE
36. M658 01 M659 01 M661 01 M667 01 M668 01 M669 01 M670 01 M671 01 M672 01 M673 01 M674 01 M675 01 M684 01 M685 01 MS Q Imager User s Manual Appendices HF Range Notification Beep USB Kb Enumerate on Preset LED Disable Alternate OS Compatibility USB Kb Enumerate on Preset LED Enable Alternate OS Compatibility Default to Factory RF One Way Settings HF Range Notification Beep and Vibrate Tab Keystroke PS 2 Modem English Keyboard Map with Leading 0 for Non Printable ASCII PS 2 Modem Universal Keyboard Map when in RF Mode PS 2 Modem Custom Keyboard Map PS 2 Modem English Keyboard Map without Leading 0 for Non Printable ASCII PS 2 Modem French Keyboard Map PS 2 Modem German Keyboard Map PS 2 Modem Japanese Keyboard Map PS 2 Modem Ctrl Char for Non Printable ASCII USB Polling Speed 10 mS USB Polling Speed 20 mS USB Polling Speed 30 mS US English Keyboard Map without Leading 0 in Alt Num for Non Printable ASCII French Keyboard Mapping German Keyboard Mapping Japanese Keyboard Mapping US English Keyboard with Ctrl Char for Non Printable ASCII Full Field Image Capture 1280 x 1024 Duplicate Read Delay 300 sec Enable Micro QR Code Show Bluetooth Access in Modem AGC Enable Version 1 AGC Enable Version 0 Legacy Enable RS 232 Bluetooth Mode Enable QR Code and Micro QR Code USB Virtual COM Port One Way Mode USB Virtual COM Port Two Way Mode Trioptic Code 39 Off Triopt
37. Matrix Inverse On Data Matrix Inverse Off Data Matrix Rectangle Off Data Matrix Rectangle On Interleaved 2 of 5 Off MS Q Imager User s Manual M244 02 M245 02 M246 01 M247 02 M248 01 M249 01 M250 01 M251 01 M252 01 M253 01 M254 01 M255 01 M256 01 M257_01 M258 01 M259 01 M260 01 M261 01 M262 01 M263 01 M264 01 M265 01 M266 01 M267 01 M268 01 M269 01 M270 01 M271 01 M272 01 M273 01 M274 01 M275 01 M276 01 M277 01 M280 01 M281 02 M282 01 M283 01 M284 02 M285 02 MS Q Imager User s Manual Appendices Interleaved 2 of 5 On Interleaved 2 of 5 Two Digits Off Interleaved 2 of 5 Two Digits On Interleaved 2 of 5 Four Digits Off Interleaved 2 of 5 Four Digits On Disable Interleaved 2of 5 Checksum Enable Interleaved 20f 5 Checksum Enable Interleaved 2of 5 Checksum and Remove Postal Symbologies Australian Post On Postal Symbologies Japan Post On Postal Symbologies KIX Postal Symbologies Postnet and Planet On Postal Symbologies Planet On Postal Symbologies Postnet On Postal Symbologies Royal Mail On Postal Symbologies Disable All Postal Symbologies QR Code Off QR Code On QR Code Inverse On Both Inverse and Standard On QR Code Disable Checksum QR Code Enable Checksum All DataBar Off All DataBar On DataBar Limited On DataBar Expanded On DataBar 14 Stacked On DataBar 14 and DataBar 14 Truncated On Aztec Off Aztec On Codabar Off Codabar On Codablock F Off Co
38. Q Imager User s Manual Code 39 Extended Full ASCII Off Default Code 39 Narrow Margins Off Default M389 ol Code 39 Trioptic Off M670 01 Default T Clear K Clear XML i to PS 2 All Data GE E 0e 03 1107 0 M052 01 Code 39 Code 39 by ESP Code 39 Enabled Checksum Enabled and strip trom result Extended Full ASCII Disabled Marrow Margins Enabled Code 39 Trioptic Enabled and strip from result Sample Code 39 Symbol Sample Code 39 Trioptic Symbol Note Code 39 is available only in Standard Mode Clear All Data L Mie 03 M071 01 MOS52 01 a Default S e to PS 2 M188 02 5 8 MS Q Imager User s Manual Code 93 Symbologies Read the following symbols to enable disable Code 93 settings Code 93 On Default M281 02 Code 93 Off M280 01 Code 93 by ESP Disabled Enabled Sample Code 93 Symbol Note Code 93 is available only in Standard Mode wv Default LJ Y to PS 2 M188 02 MS Q Imager User s Manual Clear K Clear All Data XML Rules E e M071 01 M052 01 5 9 Code 128 Code 128 Head the following symbols to enable disable Code 128 settings Code 128 On Default M283 01 M282 01 Code 128 Narrow Margins On M392 0 M39 01 Code 128 by ESP Code 128 Enabled Disabled Enabled Narrow Margins
39. RS 232 follow standard connection procedure RS 232 and USB and disconnect the imager from ESP RS 232 and USB 2 12 MS Q Imager User s Manual Using ESP View The options in the View menu correspond to icons on the operations toolbar Configuration Imager Terminal Utilities Each option We allows you to configure the imager or to perform various other Configuration functions in the chosen view Imager The Imager Terminal and Utilities views are explained fully in Terminal later sections Utilities The View menu also allows you to access the Barcode Dialog Barcode Dialog Barcode Dialog In the Barcode Dialog you can directly type the text and commands you want to encode This allows you to create configuration symbols that you can print and read with the imager Bj xl Print Save As Bar Code Value SCH X GS STX P x 3 EOT Rotation 0 Degrees sei Mew Caption C Same As Bar Code Value f Specify Lock Reader Unlock Reader Iw Lock Reader Differences from Default Settings E Lock Reader MS Q Imager User s Manual 2 13 Send Receive Send Receive To access Receive Save Default and Advanced options click the Send Recv button Lap Send Recy You can also access these options by right clicking in any of the configuration views Receive Reader Settings From the Send Recv menu select Receive Reader Settings This option is useful if y
40. Rev 6 Hardware MS Q Quadrus High Resolution USB PS 2 RS 232 LightRay 100 MS Q Quadrus High Resolution Bluetooth LightRay 100 MS Q Quadrus Standard Resolution USB PS 2 RS 232 LightRay 110 MS Q Quadrus Standard Resolution Batch Battery LightRay 110 LightRay 200 Series Rev 6 Hardware MS Q Quadrus High Resolution USB PS 2 RS 232 LightRay 205 MS Q Quadrus High Resolution Batch Battery LightRay 205 FIS 6100 1011G FIS 6100 1012G FIS 6100 1013G FIS 6100 1014G FIS 6100 1015G FIS 6100 1016G FIS 6100 2011G FIS 6100 2012G FIS 6100 2013G FIS 6100 2014G FIS 6100 2015G FIS 6100 2016G FIS 6100 1021G FIS 6100 1022G FIS 6100 1023G FIS 6100 1024G FIS 6100 2021G FIS 6100 2022G MS Q Quadrus High Resolution Bluetooth LightRay 205 MS Q Imager User s Manual FIS 6100 2023G 6 11 Part Number Part Number Part Number LightRay Optics Setup Mrz pre Lj Lk y th y uL Choose T T Field of View M156 03 M155 03 M156 03 M155 03 Near Field High Far Field Standard Near Field High Far Field Standard Resolution 100 Resolution 110 Resolution 205 Resolution 215 Set Up Illumination Laser On Laser Off Laser On Laser Off LEDs On 100 LEDs On 100 Visible LEDs Off Visible Off 100 110 100 110 IR LEDs On 100 IR On 100 205 215 205 215 Assembly 100 Series Place the 100 Series LightRay Optic RE
41. Tab Keystroke USB Tab Ascii RS232 Forward Slash Esc T Assign Preamble and Postamble characters using the simple interface shown above Note For specific information on any of the icons shown above in the operations bar or configuration bar see corresponding chapters in this manual MS Q Imager User s Manual Tree Controls Tree Controls To make changes to configuration settings in the tree control menus Parameters Communications Communications Mode USB Keyboard Reader Packet Format Raw 1 Left click on the Reader to Host Packet Size 16384 ir i SEHR or collapse Expect Host Response Disabled Reader Send Retry Count 3 Host Acknowledgement 15 Store if nok Connected Enabled 2 Double click on e the parameter and Text Commands Disabled enable magic sequence click once in the LISB Keyboard Rate 10 selection box to view options h RIESE 3 SC u cursor Batch Mode Detect in the selection box scroll down to Baud Rate JP bk the setting you Parity Mone want to change Eee ails and click once on Op a E the setting Data Bits One Keyboard Mapping Reader Auto Connect Enabled Reconnect Timeout an i 4 Left click again on the open screen to complete the selection 5 Right click on the open screen and select Save to Reader to implement the command in the imager The imager must be in one of the modes below to com
42. and save image captures select Bitmap BMP format Choose desired JPEG image resolution or Select your depth of field and field of view SXGA 1280 x 1024 VGA available for Rev 5 hardware or earlier Select Trigger ta Take Picture Right Button Image Quality Image ta Upload Far Field t Low t Far Field f Medium e Near Field High C BMF GA sl Near Field Select the trigger you want to use to capture the image then image capture process click the Start button to begin the Save Image Double click image to enlarge 9 2 Image captures are displayed in the Far Field and Near Field windows depending on which field is enabled Far Near or Both MS Q Imager User s Manual Utilities Device Control This feature allows you to clear data stored in the imager s memory to default the imager to deactivate or clear XML rules to upload or delete stored errors to reboot the imager and to delete stored results Image Upload Device Control Differences Firmware Bluetooth Advanced Please review the user manual before using this page Output Clear Data Defaults Clear AIN Y Succeeded apd E Clear All Data Default Header Succeeded apd sch Delete Stored Results M Succeeded apd Deactivate ML Rules Clear ML Rules Reboot Reader zi Succeeded Tap Errors Delete Errors T
43. and to determine the distance the laser target must be from the symbol for a decode event to occur This is accomplished by counting the number of pixels across a symbol and comparing that number with the distance in pixels of the laser target from the edge of the symbol x 2 The exact formula is shown in the diagram to the right Advanced Operations Laser target spot e Distance of laser target spot from symbol in pixels gt Targeting Zone Tolerance 2 x distance from laser target spot symbol width or height x 100 E p Symbol width Candidate symbol For example a target tolerance of 100 would require the laser target spot to be no more than half the dimension width or height of the candidate symbol So for a symbol that is 100 pixels across the laser target spot would have to be within 50 pixels on either side A 100 pixel symbol with a tolerance of 50 would have to be within 25 pixels on either side of the symbol The configuration symbols below represent a range of tolerances 50 being the most precise least tolerant and 1600 being the least precise most tolerant If you set the imager to 50 tolerance you will need to aim the laser target so that the spot is directly on the candidate symbol Read one of the symbols below to set the desired tolerance M189 0 MISO 01 50 75 M193 0 MI95 0 150 200 MZ Save ke Settings ots M
44. below Note The lower the number the greater the sensitivity Motion Sensitivity 0 214 74836477 Clear All Data Default to PS 2 MOT 0I M052 01 M188 02 7 24 MS Q Imager User s Manual Auto White Balance Advanced Operations When Auto White Balance is enabled the MS Q performs an automatic white balance routine much like a digital camera Light and dark values are optimized to improve decode performance Farameters ESP Values Read Cycle Default Continuous Event Idle Event Delay 0 Read Cycle Timeout 375 Target Time before Decode 25 Button Stay Dowr Time 200 Ignore Duplicate Symbol Timeout 0 Quadrus IP Mode Standard Mode Imager Resolution Wot 640 x 480 Targeting Zone Tolerance 1600 Time before Power Sayving Idle 300000 Extra Time when cable connected 2147483647 Time before pawer Saving Sleep 10 Time before Sleep when Cabled 2147483647 Time before Power Saving Standby Mode an Time before Sleep 200 Continuous Illumination OFF between reads Auto White Balance Disabled aeos MS Q Imager User s Manual 7 25 Symbol Readability Index Symbol Readability Index The Symbol Readability Index provides a measurement of a specific symbol s readability It is specific to the MS Q Imager and should not be confused with a verification quality measurement The Symbol Readability Index is a blend of information obtained from the internal operations
45. read just near field just far field or both fields using the symbols shown below Handle Trigger Programming Both Fields Default Near Field Only WNF Wh Uh l M157_03 M156_03 Far Field Only Handle Mi d Take Picture Um MISS 03 Left Button Programming Both Fields Default Near Field Only M178_01 M177_01 dod TRR Only Left Button Take Picture M T TEE M176 01 M179 0 Disable Left Button Enable Left Button Mode Switching Quadrus Only Standard Q011 ol Q001 01 MS Q Imager User s Manual Right Button Programming I O Parameters Both Fields Default Near Field Only TEES Wl M185 01 M184 01 Far Field Only Right Button Take Picture 2 oe a M183_01 E M186 Oo Disable Right Button Q012 01 See Trigger Optimization on page 7 7 for more trigger button programming options Button Trigger Confirmation Time The Button Trigger Confirmation Time is the amount of time that a button trigger or combination of the trigger and or buttons must be held down before the imager recognizes that a triggering event has occurred Se Button Trigger Confirmation Time Handle 0 Left Top 300 Right Top 300 Left and Right Tombo 0 Right and Handle Comba 0 Left and Handle Combe 0 All Three T Y Default T Clear K Clear a to PS 2 All Data XML Rules E M188 02 Was M071 01 M052 01 MS Q Imager User s Manual 6 7 Beep and Vibrate Sett
46. the clear plastic piece inside the front of the reader Do not touch the window as fingerprints may impede decode performance The MS Q uses CMOS technology that is much like a digital camera and marks on the window will interfere with image captures If the window becomes dirty clean it with a soft non abrasive cloth or a facial tissue no lotions or additives that has been moistened with water A mild detergent may be used to clean the window but the window should be wiped with a water moistened cloth or tissue after using the detergent The MS Q housing may be cleaned in the same way For applications that require cleaning with disinfectant please use products with the following ingredients e Isopropyl Alcohol e Ethyl Alcohol Denatured Grade Do not use bleach A 68 MS Q Imager User s Manual Hyperlink Index A About the MS Q Imager About This Manual Adaptive Mode Add Batch Files to Collection Add Macro Advanced Advanced Operations Advanced Options Advanced Preferences AGC Frame Adjust Count AGC Selection Al Format 05 Always Ask Before Auto Sync Occurs Appendices Application Mode Assemble the Imager Assembling the Imager with a BH1 or BH2 Battery Handle Assembling the Imager with an H1 Original Handle Assembling the Imager with the H2 Cabled Handle Assembly 100 Series Assembly 200 Series Auto Transfer Buffer Memory Auto White Balance Automatic Gain Control AGC Auto Save Last Blue
47. the configuration commands of your choice Image Upload Device Control Differences Firmware Bluetooth Advanced Differences trom Default Generate pem Command Description ITTF Communications Mode USE Matree HID iii Pss Volume 5 Send configuration settings to the reader without saving by clicking Send to Reader Save As Send and Save Send 1 Click Save As to save the Send configuration settings to the report as plain text or a reader and save in ESP by clicking tab delimited text file Send and Save To create a symbol containing any of the command settings in the table click Generate Barcode This will bring up the Bar Code Configuration dialog To save the Differences from Default report either as plain text or as a tab delimited text file click Save As Click Send and Save to send the settings to the reader and save them or Send to Reader to send the settings without saving them 9 4 MS Q Imager User s Manual Utilities Firmware The Firmware view in ESP Utilities is a simple way to update and verify your imager s firmware and to update batch files Choose App Code from the Firmware Update dropdown menu and click Start to install new firmware in the MS Q File Model Options Connect Er Mode Connect Send Recy Switch Model Parameters Imager Terminal Utilities Image Upload Device Control Differe
48. two different types of gain control Decoder AGC the default setting is optimized for decoding 1D and 2D symbols Imager AGC is optimized for capturing images AGC Frame Adjust Count AGC Frame Adjust Count D Frames AGC Frame Adjust Count sets the number of image frames captured and discarded before the main image capture This feature gives the gain control time to adjust Minimum Exposure Minimum Exposure 0 1004 T Minimum Exposure is a percentage value that represents the minimum exposure allowed for image captures Maximum Exposure Maximum Exposure 1 2 0 100 X Maximum Exposure is a percentage value that represents the maximum exposure allowed for image captures MS Q Imager User s Manual 6 9 Automatic Gain Control AGC Minimum Gain Minimum Sain nu E 0 100 Minimum Gain is a percentage value that represents the minimum gain adjustment allowed for decoder or imager AGC Maximum Gain Maximum Gain 50 0 100 3 Maximum Gain is a percentage value that represents the maximum gain adjustment allowed for decoder or imager AGC Gain Break Point Gain Break Point E O 100 amp Gain Break Point is a percentage value that represents the point at which the imager stops automatic gain adjustment 6 10 MS Q Imager User s Manual I O Parameters LightRay Optics For Direct Part Mark applications
49. unit is reattached to a cable or enters within radio range decoded data will NOT be saved to non volatile memory If you are using an RS 232 connection the imager must be in Batch Mode for the data to be stored im In Log Only Mode the imager will only store data in non volatile Log Only I memory You can only send the data by sending the Transfer Mode All Data command Once the memory has been transferred to a or or host all of the data will still reside in memory You must read the Delete Data symbol to clear memory the buffer will be downloaded to the host but retained in the imager s memory whenever you connect The data can be Move or transferred again by reading the Transfer All Data symbol Reconnecting to the Host When reconnected to the host or when the Bluetooth Radio is back in range the imager will automatically detect the connection and depending on the Batch Mode transfer or log retain buffered data The imager can be considered connected if The Bluetooth radio is in range and active he USB cable is attached to a host computer and the imager is enumerated It is in RS 232 Mode and the cable is attached to a host with power supply plugged in The RS 232 cable is attached to a host computer with power supply and the imager is in Batch Mode Send and 2 If you read the Send and Log Mode symbol to the left all data in Log Mode M Save SEW Default T Clear E Clear Er Settings Gap to PS
50. values until a decode is achieved It remains with those settings unless no decode occurs within ten attempts in which case it resumes the adaptive routine If your application involves relatively similar symbols at consistent ranges you might speed up decode rates by switching the imager from Adaptive Mode to Fixed Mode When you switch to Fixed the optimum settings acquired in Adaptive will be locked in This means that the imager will not have to search through the various settings to arrive at the optimum However the settings will be fixed to the distance symbol background etc that were in effect when the last decode occurred in the Adaptive Mode Toggling Between Adaptive and Fixed To toggle between the Adaptive and Fixed Modes 1 Find a position that gives you the best Left Right decodes See Determine Optimum Indicator N T Indicator Position on page 3 3 Left Right 2 Press both the left and right top eaten e j REMO buttons at the same time and hold until you see both LED indicators on top flash RED twice This indicates that the imager is now in Fixed Mode 3 To return to Adaptive Mode press both buttons again until the indicators flash GREEN twice indicating that YN you have returned to Adaptive Mode ME MS Q settings can also be locked and unlocked by reading the following symbols M429 01 M428 01 MS Q Settings Locked MS Q Settings Test Symbol Unlocked ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOP
51. 01 M245 02 Interleaved 2 of 5 Four Digits On Interleaved 2 of 5 Four Digits Off M248 0 M247 01 Interleaved 2 of 5 by ESP Interleaved z of 5 Enabled Checksum Disabled COTON 2 Digit Disabled Straight 2 of 5 2 and 4 Digit Disabled 2 Digit Enabled 4 Dot Enabled 2 Digit Disabled amp Digit Enabled 4 Digit Disabled 2 Digit Disabled 4 Digit Enabled 2 and 4 Digit Enabled Sample Interleaved 2 of 5 Symbol Note Interleaved 2 of 5 is available only in Standard Mode Wiz Default T Clear K Clear E to PS 2 All Data XML E r Rules M188 02 Map M071 01 M052 01 5 13 MS Q Imager User s Manual Maxicode Maxicode Read the following symbols to enable disable Maxicode settings Maxicode On Maxicode Off Default Maxicode by ESP Disabled Maxicode Enable Modes 0 3 Enabled All Sample Maxicode Symbol i tis cda Y pu i P9 Ah S FLL EEN a Ee ete oe Note Maxicode is available only in Standard Mode Default i to PS 2 M188 02 5 14 Clear All Data M071 01 M052 01 MS Q Imager User s Manual Symbologies Matrix 2 of 5 Read the following symbols to enable disable Matrix 2 of 5 settings Matrix 2 of 5 On EE Matrix 2 of 5 Off Default DE M674 01 Matrix 2 of 5 by ESP Matrix 2 oF 5 Disabled Enabled Enable Checksum Enable Checksum not output Enable decode 1 digit symbol Ena
52. 02 MS Q Imager User s Manual Ww Default ke Y to PS 2 Far Field Only Wh GE MI55 03 Far Field Only SS MI176 01 Far Field Only RH RR By ek MI83 01 Far Field Only Es MI39 02 s Clear K Clear All Data XML Rules M071 01 M052 01 USB Battery Charge Mode USB Battery Charge Mode If you choose to charge the MS Q Imager s battery with a USB connection you have the option of using USB Battery Charge Mode This mode dedicates most of the power available from the USB connection to charging the battery Read the symbol below to enable this mode Enable USB Battery Default to Previous Settings Charge Mode Disable USB Battery Charge Mode Note The imager is able to read and decode symbol data while in USB Battery Charge Mode After each symbol decode the imager automatically returns to its battery charging state ii Default Jh Clear K Clear Zi to PSI2 All Data XML E z TE M071_01 M052 01 WW vk Save alas Settings Rules M188 02 3 8 MS Q Imager User s Manual E 4 Communications Contents Communications DVE SP TITTEN 4 2 Communications e CT 4 3 B SP Ride TETTE 4 4 PS 2 MIETE EE RT ERE 4 5 Bee ae 4 6 SET eege LAIKE ACE RE ORDER ee A RERO TT 4 8 Siten St EE 4 16 PIeSmmbigue cs ees Faizo bot Lieu x PM d ED ELE ee Ce er EE 4 20 POS TAI EE EE 4 21 Preamble and Postamble by EG 4 22 Keyboard MabplliGdse3iiosca ciuis rennen 4 2
53. 1 01 M702 01 Enable Motion Detection Near and Far Fields M706 02 Enable Time Stamp Time Clock Preamble M711 01 Unlock Link M742 01 Modem Pre Emptible M746 01 Enable Auto Save Last Bluetooth Address Default to PS 2 E M071 01 Disable Motion Detection Disable Time Stamp Time Clock Preamble Modem Non Pre Emptible M747 01 Disable Auto Save Last Bluetooth Address MOS2_01 MS Q Imager User s Manual Enable Left Button Mode Switching Q005 01 ECC 0 140 On Q013 oi Disable Left and Right Buttons Q017 01 UII Enabled with Error Messaging and Pass Through M188 02 MS Q Imager User s Manual Q002 01 Change IP Mode Quadrus Only Mode Q006 01 ECC 0 140 Off Q014 01 Ull Only Enabled Q018 01 UII Disabled M Default to PS 2 s Q003 01 Change IP Mode Quadrus Mode 1 QOO ol Default LEDs Q011 01 Disable Left Button Q015 01 Ull Only Enabled with Error Messaging SR SE Va G S LEES EN MO071 01 Clea All Data Appendices Q004 01 Change IP Mode Standard Mode Q008 01 IR LEDs Off Visible LEDs On Q012 01 Disable Right Button ef Q016 01 UII Enabled with Pass Through M052 01 A 39 Configuration Symbols Laser Off Visible LEDs Off IR LEDs On at 10096 Ea L Laser On Visible LEDs Off IR LEDs On at 10096 Default to Previous Settings Disable USB Batt
54. 1024 x 640 Decode Try Time Normal D2 SXGA Mode Near Field Off Far Field On NF Resolution NA FF Resolution 832 x 512 Decode Try Time Normal D3 VGA Mode Near Field Off Far Field On NF Resolution NA FF Resolution 480 x 320 Decode Try Time Short Region of Interest The pixel area in the imager that is evaluated during a read attempt Use the tables on the following pages to program your MS Q s handle trigger or top buttons for the fields of view and symbol densities that best match your application See Optimization Parameters for more detailed explanations of each setting and for examples of conditions in which you would use each setting page 7 13 MS Q Imager User s Manual Trigger Optimization Global Optimization Important VGA Fast Processing is only supported in Rev 5 hardware and earlier High and Low Density Symbols Near and Far Field vm EN KR D Region of ke m Interest Fast Acel Processing SE VGA Mode Mis Dt SOOO OI High Density Symbols Low Density Symbols Near Field Far Field M IUE ar WC We BEN 3 MEE o MOL2 o Note See Optimization Parameters for more detailed explanations of each setting and for examples of conditions in which you would use each setting page 7 13 M188 02 MOSS 03 J MD 03 7 6 cw Default to PS 2 Clear All Data M071 01 M052 01 MS Q Imager User s Manual Advanced Operations Ha
55. 183 01 M184 01 M185 01 M186 01 M188 02 M189 01 M190 01 M191 01 M192 01 M193 01 M194 01 M195 01 M196 01 M197 02 M198 02 M199 02 M200 02 M201 03 M202 03 M203 01 MS Q Imager User s Manual Appendices Preamble Erase None Postamble Erase None Preamble Space Postamble Space Preamble Tab USB Keyboard Mode Postamble Tab USB Keyboard Mode Postamble Carriage Return Serial Mode Postamble Line Feed Serial Mode Postamble Carriage Return Line Feed Serial Mode Custom Keyboard US Keyboard Mapping Universal Keyboard Mapping Control LEDs Separately False Control LEDs Separately True Left Button Far Field Only Left Button Near Field Only Left Button Near and Far Fields Left Button Take Picture Mirroring Off Mirroring On Right Button Far Field Only Right Button Near Field Only Right Button Near and Far Fields Right Button Take Picture Save Settings Set Targeting Zone Tolerances 50 Set Targeting Zone Tolerances 75 Set Targeting Zone Tolerances 100 Set Targeting Zone Tolerances 125 Set Targeting Zone Tolerances 150 Set Targeting Zone Tolerances 400 Set Targeting Zone Tolerances 200 Set Targeting Zone Tolerances 1600 Text Commands Off Text Commands On Time Stamp Settings Off Time Stamp Settings On Enable SXGA 1280 x 1024 Enable VGA 640 x 480 Rev 5 hardware or earlier only Enable SXGA Handle Trigger A 45 M204 01 M205 01 M20
56. 2 All Data XML i H A Rules r r M188 02 Mi 0i M071 01 M052 01 MS Q Imager User s Manual 4 17 Batch Battery Transferring and Deleting Data The MS Q Imager has three different commands that can transfer data or delete data in memory oh All data in memory is sent every time the Transfer All Data E Arc symbolis read M077_02 4 Every time the Transfer New Data symbol is read only the Transfer en data in memory that hasn t been sent will be transferred a mos Note This command is not applicable in Log Only Mode If you are in Log Only Mode use Transfer All Data Reading the Delete Data symbol will erase all data in the imager s non volatile memory Delete Data E M071 01 Auto Transfer Buffer Memory By default when the MS Q re connects to the host it will automatically transfer any data in memory If the application on your host computer is not ready the imager will send the data anyway and the data could be lost If you do not wish for the imager to send data immediately upon connection read the Disable Auto Transfer Buffer Memory symbol E M070 01 M069 01 Enable Auto Transfer Disable Auto Transfer Buffer Memory Default Buffer Memory Mz Save Y Default a Clear K Clear Er Settings ob to PS 2 All Data XML d E I Rules E rn e M188 02 M M071 OI M052 OI 4 18 MS Q Imager User s Manual Communications RS 232 Batch Features RS 232 interfaces will NOT detect when an RS 2
57. 200 pixels Since only a narrow mB 512X512 strip of the imager s field of view is required to decode a A 1D symbol 200 pixels is sufficient The area above and J below the 200 pixels is ignored reducing the amount of image processing required and increasing decode speed h The diagram to the left represents the imager array Y 640 1024 x 640 for far field and 1024 x 640 for near field In the default decode zone all 1024 x 640 pixels are candidates for decoding You can experiment by reading in any of the symbols below and testing your new decode zone against your application Note This feature applies to SXGA only 1 Dimensional Symbols Only Small 2 Dimensional Symbols 1024 x 200 pixels 480 x 480 pixels D ZE dX Jr aai e M209 01 M210 01 Medium 2 Dimensional Symbols Large 2 Dimensional Symbols 512 x 512 pixels 640 x 640 pixels vagis yag M211 01 M212 01 Default 2 Dimensional Symbols 1024 x 640 pixels Casts the broadest possible FOV Tarte M213 01 Y Default Clear K Clear GE to PS 2 2 All Data XML E Rules Men 03 MIOT 0 M052 01 M188 02 7 4 MS Q Imager User s Manual Set Targeting Zone Tolerances Targeting Zone Tolerance is particularly useful in environments where closely spaced symbols of various sizes need to be precisely targeted It allows the imager to narrow the field of view relative to the size of a symbol
58. 23 WIOTIOMME OleOle HR ee nee ee 7 24 AUTO White Balance ae eine near 7 25 Symbol ee E elt dn E 7 26 This section introduces several settings that can be applied to speed up processing or improve readability in various circumstances MS Q Imager User s Manual 7 1 Dual Optics Dual Optics The MS Q Imager s dual field optical system can read small 2D symbols as well as larger 1D symbols It decodes the near and far fields simultaneously The near field lens is for smaller symbols optimal focal point 4 inches and the far field lens is for larger symbols optimal focal point 9 inches Move the MS Q closer to read smaller symbols and farther away to read larger symbols The full MS Q decode zone is 2 inches to 20 or more inches SXGA Megapixel Imaging Area 1024 In standard SXGA mode the megapixel optics are divided into far and near 640 field decode zones Each decode zone is 1024 x 640 pixels This mode has the highest resolution and provides the widest working range for decoding 1D and 2D symbols of all densities Image processing time is slightly 1280 greater if the entire area 1280 x 1024 is used but various adjustments can significantly reduce processing time If only near field is used smaller denser symbols the far field image Near Field 640 can be ignored If only far field is used larger less dense symbols the near field image can be ignored Image processing time can be reduced
59. 3 Text GoHmabics EE 4 24 Re WE e EE 4 25 Other Communications Settings in Eh 4 26 This section includes connection parameters and options for communicating with the MS Q Imager in various interfaces MS Q Imager User s Manual 4 1 Communications by ESP Communications by ESP To make changes to configuration settings in the Communications tree control Parameters Communications B Communications Mode USE Keyboard USB Keyboard Rate 10 RS232 Batch Mode Detect R5232 Baud Rate 57 6k 1 Left click on the to Parity Mone expand the tree Stop Bits Two Data Bits Eight Keyboard Mapping US English with leading O in alE num Reader Auto Connect Enabled Reconnect Timeout an Reader Auto Disconnect Disabled Max Connection Wat Time 30 Bluetooth Gut of Range Alarm Disabled 2 Double click on the Vibrate parameter and click once Beep in the selection box to Vibrate and Beep view options 3 Place your cursor in the f l selection box scroll down 4 Left click again on the open screen to complete the to the setting you want to selection change and click once 5 Right click on the open screen and select Save to on the setting Reader to implement the command in the imager 4 2 MS Q Imager User s Manual Communications Communications Overview All MS Q Imagers are shipped with a USB or PS 2 cable You can also add RS 232 and Bluetooth capabilities and co
60. 3 M687 03 QR Code by ESP Disabled Disabled Standard Inverse Bath Micro OR Code QA Code and Micra Code Inverse Micro QA Code Inverse OR Code and Inverse MicroQR Code Sample QR Code Symbol a el m Note QR Code is available in both Quadrus Only and Standard modes We Default 7 Clear K Clear ge i to PS 2 All Data XML E Mi 03 1107 0 M052 01 hl Save ah Settings Rules a i M188 02 5 24 MS Q Imager User s Manual Symbologies GS1 DataBar Read the following symbols to enable disable DataBar settings DataBar Limited On DataBar 14 and DataBar 14 Truncated On M268 01 M271 01 DataBar 14 Stacked On DataBar Expanded On wh A M270 Oo M269 0 All DataBar On All DataBar Off Default M267 01 M266 01 GS1 DataBar by ESP Disabled Disabled RSS Expanded RSS Expanded Stacked ASS Limited H55 14 Stacked and H55 14 Stacked Omnidirectional Sample DataBar Limited Symbol Sample DataBar 14 Truncated Symbol MAN TAT M III I UU LU Sample DataBar 14 Stacked Symbol Sample DataBar Expanded Symbol ma a II IN Sample DataBar 14 Symbol Note GS1 DataBar is available only in Standard Mode MS Q Imager User s Manual 5 25 UPC EAN JAN UPC EAN JAN Read the following symbols to enable disable UPC EAN JAN settings UPC On Default UPC Off i E M295 01 M294 01 UPC Narrow Margins On UPC Narrow Margins Off Default
61. 32 cable is removed unless the power supply for that cable is plugged in If your power cable is unplugged you still enter Batch Mode by reading the RS 232 Batch Cable Detect symbol below However when you re connect to the RS 232 power supply you must enable RS 232 Cabled No Power to put the imager back in Cabled mode In RS 232 Cabled the imager has no way to check if it is unplugged Therefore collected data will be automatically sent out the disconnected port e it will not buffer the data it will only log it assuming the imager is in Send and Log Mode This data would be lost if the imager were in Send and Buffer Mode RS 232 Batch Cable Detect M073_02 M074_02 RS 232 Cabled No Power The opposite is true for RS 232 Batch Cable Detect In this mode the imager assumes that itis NOT cabled It will buffer and log the data unless you plug it into the cable that has a power supply The imager will be able to detect the power source and will automatically switch to cabled operation Important When the imager is in RS 232 Cabled Mode it will behave as if it is being attached to a cable when it is placed in the battery charger This will cause it to download collected data and the data will be erased from memory To disable this feature read the RS 232 Batch Cable Detect symbol We Default T Clear K Clear 7 Y to PS 2 All Data XML E Mu 03 MO071 01 M052 01 MZ Save hos Settings Rules 2 a
62. 4 000 reads Batch Battery Communication Indicators Ci Memory LED 5 Battery LED Imager Activity LEFT indicator RIGHT indicator Sound Successful Decode and Data Storage Memory Status None 1 beep Batch Memory Full Solid RED None 3 beeps a When power is supplied via cable the LED will remain green whenever the imager is active Important When the memory LED turns RED you must download or data will be lost 4 16 MS Q Imager User s Manual Communications Batch Mode Options The MS Q Imager features three different Batch Modes for applications requiring a portable imager Batch Modes allow a user to save data to the imager s non volatile memory and later transfer that data to a host computer when connected either by USB or RS 232 cable or by Bluetooth The imager s dedicated batch memory is a minimum of 1MB The imager will automatically detect when the Bluetooth radio is out of range or a USB or HS 232 cable is detached provided it is plugged into a power supply If a battery is installed the imager will switch to Batch Mode and buffer the data in non volatile memory Send and u If you read the Send and Buffer Mode symbol at left all data in Buffer Mode C the buffer will be downloaded to the host and ERASED in the Default imager whenever you connect von You must have a data collection program open before connecting in this mode or all buffered data will be lost Important Once the
63. 4 4 MS Q Imager User s Manual PS 2 Interface Communications PS 2 Keyboard is the default interface in which data is transferred to a Windows based text program as keyboard data See PS 2 Interface on page 1 7 for detailed steps on setting up the PS 2 interface PS 2 Keyboard Mode Data is entered as keyboard sequences Read this symbol whenever you are changing from a different interface to PS 2 Important The imager must be connected to the keyboard for the imager and the keyboard to function in PS 2 Keyboard Mode M126_01 WW vk Save ke Settings a e MI88 02 MS Q Imager User s Manual wv Default i to PS 2 Clear K Clear EI All Data XML L Rules Eu E MO71 01 M052 01 4 5 HS 232 Interface RS 232 Interface Enabling either of these modes will disable USB or PS 2 communications and require you to default the imager or read the USB Keyboard symbol to return to USB See RS 232 Interface on page 1 8 for detailed steps on setting up the RS 232 Interface RS 232 Default Settings Mode This mode is the standard way of transferring unformatted unpacketized data through the RS 232 port Lk CAL MSI0I 01 You will need to read this symbol whenever you set up RS 232 communications Baud Rate RS 232 Baud Rate is the rate at which the imager and host transfer data It only needs to be changed if necessary to match the host setting 1200 ve 19 2K
64. 5G MS Q Quadrus Standard Resolution Bluetooth LightRay 215 FIS 6100 2016G MS Q Quadrus High Resolution USB PS 2 RS 232 LightRay 205 Rev 6 Hardware FIS 6100 2021G MS Q Quadrus High Resolution Batch Battery LightRay 205 Rev 6 Hardware FIS 6100 2022G MS Q Quadrus High Resolution Bluetooth LightRay 205 Rev 6 Hardware FIS 6100 2023G MS Q Imager User s Manual A 3 Electrical Specifications Appendix B Electrical Specifications Power Requirements 5 VDC mA Typical 140 Peak 310 Sleep 3 Bluetooth Radio at 295 90m mA Typical 280 Peak 350 Idle 96 Sleep 3 Bluetooth Radio at 33 90m mA Typical 260 Peak 350 Idle 96 Sleep 3 Life of 1950 mAH Battery with Radio Will support 4 000 read transmits per charge including 8 hours of standby interval Rev 5 hardware only Life of 3900 MAH Battery with Radio Will support 8 000 read transmits per charge including 16 hours of standby interval Batch Memory 3 8MB available for user data file system allocates 500 bytes at a time PIN 1 VIN Input Voltage to the voltage regulators battery charging IC PIN 2 HS 232 TX RS 232 level serial transmit signal PIN 3 RS 232 RX RS 232 level serial receive signal PIN 4 PS 2_DATA_UART_RX_USB_DP PS 2 clk to host UART transmit signal USB Data plus signal PIN 5 PS 2 DATA UART RX USB DM PS 2 data to host or keyboard
65. 6 01 M207 01 M208 01 M209 01 M210 01 M211 01 M212 01 M213 01 M214 02 M215 01 M216 01 M217 01 M218 02 M219 04 M220 01 M221 01 M222 01 M223 01 M224 01 M225 01 M226 01 M227 01 M228 01 M229 01 M230 01 M231 01 M232 01 M233 01 M234 01 M235 01 M236 01 M237 01 M238 01 M239 01 M240 01 M241 01 M242 01 M243 01 A 46 Configuration Symbol Reference List Enable VGA Handle Trigger Rev 5 hardware or earlier only Enable SXGA Left Button Enable VGA Left Button Rev 5 hardware or earlier only Enable SXGA Right Button Enable VGA Right Button Rev 5 hardware or earlier only 1D Symbols Only Small 2D Symbols Medium 2D Symbols Large 2D Symbols Reset Window to Factory Default Preamble Carriage Return Line Feed Serial Mode Disable Batch Enable Batch Short Decode Time 20 Shorter Preamble Tab RS 232 Serial Mode Postamble Tab RS 232 Serial Mode No Read Display Off No Read Display On Continuous Read Duplicate Read Delay 0 Seconds Continuous Read Duplicate Read Delay 1 Second Continuous Read Duplicate Read Delay 3 Seconds Disable AIM ID Preamble Enable AIM ID Preamble RS 232 Downloader 57600 Baud Rate RS 232 Downloader 115200 Baud Rate command Dump Settings Batch Enabled Batch Disabled Code 39 Extended Full ASCII Off Code 39 Extended Full ASCII On Code 39 Off Code 39 On Code 39 Disable Checksum Code 39 Enable Checksum Enable Checksum and Strip From Result Data
66. 7 Microscan Europe Tel 011 31 172 423360 Fax 011 31 172 423366 Microscan Asia Pacific Tel 65 6846 1214 Fax 65 6846 4641 ii MS Q Imager User s Manual Introduction Microscan Limited Warranty Statement and Exclusions What Is Covered Microscan Systems Inc warrants to the original purchaser that products manufactured by it will be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of one year from the date of shipment This warranty is specifically limited to at Microscan s sole option repair or replacement with a functionally equivalent unit and return without charge for service or return freight What Is Excluded This limited warranty specifically excludes the following 1 Any products or parts that have been subject to misuse neglect accident unauthorized repair improper installation or abnormal conditions or operations 2 Any products or parts that have been transferred by the original purchaser 3 Customer misadjustment of settings contrary to the procedure described in the Microscan Systems Inc owners manual 4 Upgrading software versions at customer request unless required to meet specifications in effect at the time of purchase 5 Units returned and found to have no failure will be excluded 6 Claims for damage in transit are to be directed to the freight carrier upon receipt Any use of the product is at purchaser s own risk This limited warranty is the only warranty pr
67. Between Adaptive and Fixed Modes Trailer Character Transfer All Data Transfer All Data in Memory Transfer New Data Transferring and Deleting Data Tree Controls Trigger and Button Programming Trigger Character Trigger Optimization Trigger Optimization by ESP Trigger Button Configuration Trigger Button Summary U UII Disabled Default UII Elements MS Q Imager User s Manual Index 11 V UII Enabled with Error Messaging and Pass Through UII Enabled with Pass Through UII Error Messages UII Mode Features UII Mode Settings UII Mode Settings by ESP UII Overview UII Too Long Ull Only Enabled Ull Only Enabled with Error Messaging Unique Item Identifiers UPC EAN JAN UPC EAN JAN by ESP Upload Logged Errors Upload Stored Data USB Battery Charge Mode USB Cable Pinouts USB Communications USB Configuration USB Connect Mode USB Downloader Mode USB HID POS Terminal ID 131 USB Interface USB Keyboard Mode USB Native Two Way Mode USB Protocol USB Virtual COM Mode Using ESP Utilities V Valid Formats Valid UII Message Streams and UII Output VGA and Megapixel Settings VGA Imaging Area Vibrate Beep View Visible LEDs Off and IR On W Warning and Caution Summary Warranty Statement 12 MS Q Imager User s Manual
68. ER and Vibrate Settings EE 6 8 Automate Garn Conto AGG TITTEN 6 9 Biel SR NE NER NN A 6 11 This section contains information on how to set your imager to the most efficient and effective parameters for your application MS Q Imager User s Manual LO Parameters by ESP I O Parameters by ESP To make changes to configuration settings in the I O Parameters menu tree control Parameters UO Parameters Moread Notification Laser Target Laser op before Capture Brightness IR Illumination Control Buttan Trigger Programming Buttan Trigger Confirmation Time Beeper Volume Duration Separation Beep on Good Read Left click on the to expand the tree b Automatic Sain Control Aal Auto Store Data Erase Auto Transfer Storage Made Text Command Timeout Keyboard Inter Message Delay Log Battery and Timestamp Unique Item Identifier LITT 2 Double click on the parameter and click once in the selection box Disabled Enabled Disabled 100 Control Visible amp IR with the visible Settings 100 100 ZU Enabled Disabled Disabled Enabled Enabled 4 Left click again on the open screen to complete the selection 5 Right click on the open screen and 11000 select Save to Reader to implement D the command in the imager Send 0 Disabled MM Enabled Enabled with Error Message Enabled with Pass Through Enabled with Error Messag
69. Enterprise Identifier EID Environmental Specifications Error Messaging ESP Optimization Matrix ESP System Requirements Expect Host Response EZ Mode F FCC Find MS Q Imager User s Manual G Find Next Find Previous Firmware Firmware Verification FIS Options Fixed Mode Format Header Function Keys G Gain Break Point General Preferences General Specifications Generate Barcode Global Optimization GS1 DataBar GS1 DataBar by ESP H H1 Original Handle Parts List H2 Cabled Handle Parts List Handle Trigger Handle Trigger Optimization Handle Trigger Programming Handle Trigger Take Picture Highlighting Host Acknowledgement Timeout I O Parameters UO Parameters by ESP Illumination Image Output options Image Transform Image Upload Imager ID Import Export Indicators Install ESP Installation Steps for Batch Battery Installation Steps for Bluetooth Installation Steps for PS 2 MS Q Imager User s Manual Index K Installation Steps for RS 232 Installation Steps for USB Interleaved 2 of 5 Interleaved 2 of 5 by ESP Invalid Al Invalid Characters Invalid Compliance Indicator Invalid DI Invalid Format Header Invalid TEI IP Modes IR LEDs Issuing Agency Code K Keyboard Macros Keyboard Mapping Keyboard Mapping by ESP L Laser Target Laser Target Brightness Laser Target by ESP Laser LED Radiation Left Right Top LEDs Left Button Left Button Optimization Left Bu
70. F Symbol Note Codablock F and Codablock A are available only in Standard Mode Nx Default T Clear K Ger Settings 7 e to PS 2 All Data a Rules A bir d MI88 02 eo M071 01 M052 01 MS Q Imager User s Manual 5 5 Code 11 Code 11 Read the following symbols to enable disable Code 11 settings Code 11 Enabled with 2 Checksum Digits M394 0 Enabled with 1 Checksum Digit M395 Q0 Enabled with 1 Checksum Digit and Stripped from Result u M397 0 Code 11 by ESP Code 11 Disabled Default M393 01 Enabled with 2 Checksum Digits and Stripped from Result c M396 0 Note No Report in ESP has the same meaning as Stripped from Result Disabled Sample Code 11 Symbol Disabled Enabled with 2 checksum digits Enabled with 1 checksum digit Enabled with 2 checksum digits no repart Enabled with 1 checksum digit no report Note Code 11 is available only in Standard Mode MS Q Imager User s Manual Code 39 Symbologies Read the following symbols to enable disable Code 39 settings Code 39 On Default M235 01 Enable Checksum M237 01 Code 39 Off M234 01 Disable Checksum Default M236 01 Enable Checksum and Strip from Result M238 OI Code 39 Extended Ge ASCII On EE M233 01 Code 39 Narrow Margins On M390 0 coce 39 Trioptic On uatr Save a Settings F M188 02 MS
71. Field On Far Field On NF Resolution 1024 x 640 FF Resolution 1024 x 640 Decode Try Time Long A2 SXGA Mode Near Field On Far Field On NF Resolution 832 x 640 FF Resolution 1024 x 640 Decode Try Time Normal A3 SXGA Mode Near Field On Far Field On NF Resolution 480 x 480 FF Resolution 640 x 480 Decode Try Time Short Definitions Symbol Density Width of the narrowest bar of a linear 1D symbol or the side of an individual element cell or module of a Data Matrix symbol Resolution The number of pixels available for decoding in a given area Decode Try Time The time spend attempting to decode a given symbol B1 SXGA Mode Near Field On Far Field On NF Resolution 1024 x 640 FF Resolution 1024 x 640 Decode Try Time Normal B2 SXGA Mode Near Field On Far Field On NF Resolution 640 x 512 FF Resolution 832 x 640 Decode Try Time Short B3 VGA Mode Near Field On Far Field On NF Resolution 480 x 320 FF Resolution 480 x 320 Decode Try Time Short C1 SXGA Mode Near Field On Far Field Off NF Resolution 1024 x 640 FF Resolution NA Decode Try Time Normal C2 SXGA Mode Near Field On Far Field Off NF Resolution 640 x 640 FF Resolution NA Decode Try Time Normal C3 VGA Mode Near Field On Far Field Off NF Resolution 480 x 320 FF Resolution NA Decode Try Time Short D1 SXGA Mode Near Field Off Far Field On NF Resolution NA FF Resolution
72. I88 02 MS Q Imager User s Manual Wi Default I MI9 01 100 M194 01 400 i to PS 2 M071_01 vi M192 0 125 MI96 0 1600 Default Clear Clear All Data XML Rules M52 01 7 5 IP Modes IP Modes Quadrus Only Mode ar rk Quadrus Only Mode should be applied to most applications including Direct Part Mark Q002 01 Quadrus Mode 1 Quadrus Mode 1 should be applied to large low contrast symbols like the one shown below Q003 01 Standard Mode Standard Mode while not recommended for DPM applications can be applied to most symbologies Q004 01 MZ Save y i Default e Clear Fr Settings Y i to PS 2 All Data E MO071 01 M052 01 a i M188 02 7 6 MS Q Imager User s Manual Advanced Operations Trigger Optimization You can program all triggers buttons or each trigger button individually so that it is optimized for symbologies of certain densities and sizes The table below describes the various configuration settings that can be obtained A1 through D3 by reading the symbols in the subsequent tables Optimization Guide Important VGA Fast Processing is only supported in Rev 5 hardware and earlier High Density Symbols Low Density Symbols Near Field Far Field High and Low Density Symbols Near and Far Field Region of nterest Fast Processing VGA Mode A1 SXGA Mode Near
73. L a A Rules F r M188 02 BER MO071 0l M052 01 MS Q Imager User s Manual 4 7 Bluetooth Interface Bluetooth Interface USB For quick setup information about connecting to the Bluetooth modem via USB see Bluetooth Interface on page 1 9 RS 232 Once the imager is connected via RS 232 the software on the host must be open to receive data with a communications program such as HyperTerminal Baud 57 6K Parity None Stop Bits One Data Bits Eight Flow Control None The Bluetooth radio is a Class 1 device If connected to another Class 1 device the imager has roughly 100 meters 328 feet line of sight operating range If connected to a Class 2 or Class 3 device the operating range may drop to match the lower range When the imager detects that the radio is out of range it will store data in non volatile memory The imager will continue to try to send data until the radio is back in range Once the data is sent it will be erased from the unit s memory unless Batch Mode is set for Send and Log If the radio cannot connect in 90 seconds it will emit an error beep The imager will continue to try to connect until it has reached the programmable radio timeout setting If the imager is in RF Two Way Mode and Auto Connect is enabled which it is by default it will automatically attempt to reconnect with the host modem whenever he imager is powered on e The imager attempts to read another symbol Another im
74. Left Button Enable Button Mode Switching Left and Right Enable Button Mode Switching Adaptive Fired Continuous Upload All Each trigger optimization option corresponds with a setting on the Optimization Guide page 7 7 Ki The Configuration Status display shows current settings for each trigger or button 7 16 MS Q Imager User s Manual Trigger Button Summary Advanced Operations The Trigger Button Summary view has the same Configuration Status information as the other two views but it supplements that information with a diagram of the MS Q Imager Auto Sync Settings with Reader Trigger Button Summary Trigger Buttan Configuration Trigger Optimization This graphic interface orients the user to the location of the imager s handle trigger and the left and right top buttons Handle Trigger Left Button M Configuration Statue Handle Trigger Trigger Optimization B1 Right Button Head Symbols in Both Fields Configuration Status shows Left Button current settings for each trigger Left and Right Enable Button Mode Switching Adaptive Fixed Continuous Idle or button MS Q Imager User s Manual 7 17 Continuous Operations Continuous Operations Continuous Head Rea
75. M565 01 M566 01 M567 01 M568 01 M569 02 M571 01 M572 01 M573 01 M574 01 M576 01 M577 01 M578 01 M579 02 M580 02 M581 01 M582 01 A 54 Configuration Symbol Reference List Modem 57600 baud Modem 57600 baud Modem 57600 baud Modem 57600 baud Modem 57600 baud Modem 57600 baud Modem 57600 baud Modem 57600 baud Modem 57600 baud Modem 57600 baud Modem 115200 baud Modem 115200 baud Modem 115200 baud Modem 115200 baud Modem 115200 baud Modem 115200 baud Modem 115200 baud Modem 115200 baud Modem 115200 baud Modem 115200 baud Modem 115200 baud Modem 115200 baud Modem 115200 baud Modem 115200 baud Modem 115200 baud Modem 115200 baud Modem 115200 baud Dump Setting Command Maxicode Secondary Data Pass Through Append Imager ID to Preamble Append Imager ID to Postamble Append to Preamble Continuous Read Near and Far Fields Timeout Uncabled 7 Days Save Settings Append Symbology to Postamble Save Settings Using Append to Preamble Serial Mode Illumination Flash On Event Illumination Constant On Event RF Range Notification Off RF Range Notification Vibrate MS Q Imager User s Manual M583 01 M584 02 M585 02 M586 01 M587 01 M589 01 M590 01 M591 01 M592 01 M593 01 M594 01 M595 01 M596 01 M597 01 M598 01 M599 01 M600 01 M602 01 M603 01 M604 01 M605 01 M606 01 M607 01 M608 01 M609 03 M610 01
76. MICROSCAN MS Q Imager User s Manual P N 83 006100 Rev M Copyright and Disclaimer Copyright 2009 Microscan Systems Inc 1201 S W 7th Street Renton WA U S A 98057 425 226 5700 FAX 425 226 8682 ISO 9001 2000 Certification No 06 1080 Issued by T V USA All rights reserved The information contained herein is proprietary and is provided solely for the purpose of allowing customers to operate and or service Microscan manufactured equipment and is not to be released reproduced or used for any other purpose without written permission of Microscan Throughout this manual trademarked names might be used We state herein that we are using the names to the benefit of the trademark owner with no intention of infringement Windows Operating System is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation Bluetooth Wireless Technology is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG Disclaimer The information and specifications described in this manual are subject to change without notice Latest Manual Version For the latest version of this manual see the Download Center on our web site at WWW microscan com Technical Support For technical support email helpdesk microscan com Microscan Systems Inc Renton Headquarters 1201 S W 7th St Renton WA 98057 1213 USA Tel 425 226 5700 800 762 1149 Fax 425 226 8250 Nashua Office 486 Amherst St Nashua NH 03063 USA Tel 603 598 8400 Fax 603 577 594
77. Optimization Important VGA Fast Processing is only supported in Rev 5 hardware and earlier High and Low Density Symbols High Density Symbols Low Density Symbols Near and Far Field Near Field Far Field E m a E MO37 01 AA 01 Mods 01 KE an Region of Tz E Interest T Ph MO38 01 MOJI 01 MO044 01 MO047 01 ZS M039 01 Fast Processing VGA Mode M042 01 MO45 01 M 4 amp 01 Right Button Programming Both Fields Default Near Field Only TIPS nn M185 01 M184 01 Far Field Only Right Button Take Picture Pa ote ak M183_01 E M186 01 Disable Right Button Ss Q012 01 MS Q Imager User s Manual 7 11 Trigger Optimization Continuous Trigger Optimization Important VGA Fast Processing is only supported in Rev 5 hardware and earlier High and Low Density Symbols High Density Symbols Low Density Symbols Near and Far Field Near Field Far Field B1 SC S EN Mm 0l MORT 0l MIOR 7 MORS OI B2 zum k KE Region of ek Interest Geh MORO oi MORI oi EB in Fast Processing VGA Mode MOR6 0l MORO DI MO84 0I MOST 0l Moso Dt Continuous Trigger Programming Both Fields Near Field Only Far Field Only eap MIAS 02 M139 02 Disable Continuous Trigger Default M141 03 ist Save Default Clear Fr Settings i to PS 2 All Data MISS 02 as M071 01 Mos 01 7 12 MS Q Imager User s Manual Advanced Operations Optimization
78. Parameters The following 12 settings A1 through D3 allow you to optimize the imager s performance in your particular application environment Try several settings to familiarize yourself with the differences between the 12 options Use A1 if you are reading a variety of symbol sizes and densities and you are more concerned with High and Low Density Symbols Near and Far Field decode capability than with decode speed Use A2 if you are reading a variety of symbol sizes and densities and you require dependable but moderately fast decodes Use A3 if you are reading a variety of symbol sizes and densities but you are concerned mainly with obtaining fast decodes Use B1 if you are reading a variety of symbol sizes and densities and you need reliable moderately fast decodes Use B2 if you are reading a variety of symbol sizes and densities and you want a balance of decode reliability and decode speed Use B3 if you are reading a variety of symbol sizes and densities but you want the fastest decode speed available Note See the Optimization Guide for definitions of optimization terminology page 7 7 MS Q Imager User s Manual A1 Reads high and low density symbols at high resolution in near and far fields spends 675 mS attempting to decode the symbol large region of interest that extends beyond the symbol A2 Reads high and low density symbols in near an
79. S RS 232 Mode RS 232 Protocol S Safety Certifications Save Save Batch File Collection As Save Current Text Save to Reader Scanner Indicators Select Adaptive or Fixed Mode Select All Select Model Select Protocol and Connect to Imager Select Quadrus Only or Standard Mode Select Region of Interest Send Send and Buffer Send and Buffer Mode Send and Log Send and Log Mode Send and Save Send Current Command Send Current View Send ESP Settings to the Reader Send XON with Auto Connect Send No Save Send Receive Serial Number Serial Number Too Long Set Decode Time Set Targeting Zone Tolerances Settings Options Shared Access Show Both Icon and Text Default Show Connect Prompt Show Model Prompt Show Non Printable Characters Sizing Information Skip EZ Mode Sleep Mode Timeout Space in Data Qualifier Standard Mode Statement of Agency Compliance 10 MS Q Imager User s Manual T Stop Stop Bits RS 232 Store If Not Connected Switch Model SXGA Megapixel Imaging Area Symbol Background Symbol Density Symbol Readability Index Symbologies Symbologies by ESP Symbology Identifier Symbology Identifier by ESP T Table of Contents Target Spot Brightness Targeting Suggestions Technical Support TEI Format DD Terminal Terminal Dropdown Menu Terminal Preferences Terminal Right Click Menu Terminal View Text Commands Text Commands by ESP Timeout Settings Cabled Toggling
80. S Q Quadrus Secure with Image Locke A 61 Appendix G MS Q Protective Jacket ER A 62 Appendix HMS Q Batlery Charger uius aetema Ioas utis Cos eu Ceo En Re te p tiet Ouen A 63 Appendix MS Q Bluetooth Modem eene enne nenne ness s nsns nsns nsns A 65 Appendix J MS Q EN EE Le A 68 MS Q Imager User s Manual A 1 General Specifications Appendix A General Specifications Mechanical 1 3 33 mm 18 46 mm Depth as 109 mm 4 oz 113 g not including cable 6 18m Handle Weight Cabled 4 0 oz 113 g Cabled w Imager 7 2 oz 204 g With 1950 mAH Battery Not available with Rev 6 hardware 9 97 196 9 With 1950 mAH Batt Imager Not available with Rev 6 hardware 8 97 227 9 With 3900 mAH Battery 6 4 oz 181 g With 3900 mAH Batt Imager 9 6 oz 272 g Environmental Operating temperature 0 to 50 C 32 to 122 F Storage temperature 20 to 60 C 4 to 140 F Humidity 5 to 90 non condensing CE Standards Immunity EN 55024 ESD EN 61000 4 2 Radiated RF EN 61000 4 3 ENV 50204 EFT EN 61000 4 4 Conducted RF Immunity EN61000 4 6 Emissions EN55022 Class B Radiated Class B Conducted Light Collection Options Sensor CMOS progressive scan 1 33 MP 1024 x 1280 256 gray scale Standard Resolution Field of View Near 21 5 horizontal by 16 2 vertical Far 22 9 horizontal by 11 6 vertical Standard Resolution Focal Point Near 4 101 6 mm Far 9
81. S SERMKLJHUIYD RS EOT Error message Invalid TEI Invalid TEI Space in Data Qualifier gt RS 05 GS 8 0040614 1411 AO B9 C3D6 RS EOT Error message Invalid Al or DI or TEI depending on format in use Lower Case Characters gt RS 05 GS 800406141411a0B9C3d6 RS EOT Gs Error message Invalid Characters in Data Default Y to PS 2 Mib 03 MO 01 M052 01 M188 02 10 6 MS Q Imager User s Manual Error Messaging Examples of Error Messages cont Invalid Characters UII Too Long Part Number Too Long Serial Number Too Long EID Too Long Invalid Compliance Indicator gt RS 05 GS 800406141411 0B9C3D6 RS EOT ES Error message Invalid Characters in Data z Character limit 78 D gt RS 05 GS 8002123456789112345678921234567893123456789412345 6789512345678961234567897123456789 RSHEOT Error message UII Too Long Character limit 32 gt RS DD GS DUNABCD GS PNO1 23456789 1123456789212 345678931 234 GS SEQ123 AC RS EOT Error message UII Part Number Too Long Character limit 30 gt RS DD GS DUNABCD GS PNO098 76 GS SEQ1 23456789 1123456789212345678931 RS EOT Error message UII Serial Number Too Long Character limit 13 gt RS DD GS DUN 12345678911 234211 GS PNO98 76 GS SEQ123 AC RS EOT Error message UII EID Too Long gt RS 05 GS 800406141411 AOB9C3DE RS EOT Error message Invalid UII Compliance Indicator
82. SB cabled communications See USB Interface on page 1 6 MI72 01 US English No Leading 0 Default M603 01 French MI73 01 Universal Keyboard M602 01 US English Leading 0 ZE M604 01 German MI71 01 Custom Keyboard Keyboard Mapping by ESP M606 01 US English Ctrl Char for Non Printable ASCII M605 01 Japanese Keyboard Mapping US English with leading 0 in altum US English with leading U in altum Asch Universal Custom US English without leading 0 in alt num French Deman Japanese US English with ctrl char M188 02 MS Q Imager User s Manual Default to USB Ski Default r y to PS 2 Clear K Clear All Data XML r M071 01 M052 01 4 23 Rules Text Commands Text Commands When the Text Commands feature is enabled the MS Q can accept text commands via RS 232 or RF connections Enable Text Commands Disable Text Commands Default Text Commands by ESP Texk Commands Disabled enable magic sequence e When Text Commands are set to Bissbisd Enabled Suppress Echo text Pane that a user enters in the terminal Enabled will not be shown When Text Enabled suppress echo Commands are set to Enabled Enabled suppress echo and responses P Echo and Responses Disabled enable magic sequence neither user entered data or reader z responses will be shown and only decoded symbol data will appear in t
83. Set Targeting Zone Tolerances 125 M196 0 Set Targeting Zone Tolerances 1600 M200 02 Time Stamp Settings Time Stamp Settings Off On Text Commands Off Text Commands On Default G to PS 2 M188 02 REN MO071 0 MOS2_01 A 16 MS Q Imager User s Manual M201 03 Enable SXGA 1280 x 1024 M205 01 Enable SXGA Left Button M209 01 1D Symbols Only M213 01 Reset Window to Factory Default M217 0 Short Decode Time 2096 Shorter M188 02 MS Q Imager User s Manual Enable VGA 640 x 480 Rev 5 or earlier only M206 01 Enable VGA Left Button Rev 5 or earlier only M210 01 Small 2D Symbols M214 02 Preamble CRLF Serial Mode M218 02 Preamble Tab RS 232 Serial Mode Modo 03 Wit 03 Mis Default to PS 2 M203 01 Enable SXGA Handle Trigger M207 01 Enable SXGA Right Button M211 01 Medium 2D Symbols M215 01 Disable Batch Postamble Tab RS 232 Serial Mode MO071 01 Clear All Data Appendices M204 01 Enable VGA Handle Trigger Rev 5 or earlier only M208 01 Enable VGA Right Button Rev 5 or earlier only M212 01 Large 2D Symbols M216 01 Enable Batch M220 01 No Read Display Off M052 01 A 17 Configuration Symbols Ze No Read Display On M225 0 Disable AIM ID Preamble M229 01 Command Dump Settings M233 01 Code 39 Extended Ful
84. Settings Clear XML Rules Including Preamble and Postamble Laser Settings Off Laser Settings On Laser Settings Low 1 Laser Settings Medium 80 Laser Settings High 100 Modem Setting spx15200 8N1 Default to PS 2 Symbol Readability Index Symbol Readability Index Output Enable Symbol Readability Index Output Disable USB Image Upload Bluetooth Radio Auto Disconnect Off Bluetooth Radio Auto Disconnect On Bluetooth Radio Auto Connect Off Bluetooth Radio Auto Connect On Disable Auto Transfer Buffer Memory Enable Auto Transfer Buffer Memory Clear All Stored Data Log Only Mode RS 232 Batch RS 232 Cabled Send and Buffer Mode Send and Log Mode Transfer All Data in Memory Transfer Only Unsent Data in Memory Continuous Trigger Optimization A1 MS Q Imager User s Manual MOO 01 MO81_01 MO82_01 MO83_01 MO84_01 MO085 01 MO086 01 M087 01 MO088 01 MOO 01 M090 01 MOO 01 M092 01 MO093 01 MO094 01 MOO 01 M096 01 M097 01 M098 01 M099 01 M100 01 M101 01 M102 01 M103 01 M104 01 M105 01 M106 01 M107 01 M108 01 M109 01 M110 01 M111 01 M112 01 M113 01 M114 02 M115 01 M116 01 M117 01 M118 01 M119 01 Continuous Trigger Optimization A2 Continuous Trigger Optimization A3 Continuous Trigger Optimization B1 Continuous Trigger Optimization B2 Continuous Trigger Optimization B3 Continuous Trigger Optimization C1 Continuous Trigger Optimization C2 Continuous Trigger Optimization
85. T Upload Logged Errors Delete Stored Errors succeeded fap Clear ML Extras Succeeded Eap di Succeeded dcodeximl rules Reboot Header Delete Stored Results installed wi Clear All Data removes decoded symbol data and commands in the imager s memory Default Reader returns the imager to its default state without any optimization or configuration Deactivate XML Rules turns off but does not erase preambles postambles and XML commands Clear XML Rules removes preambles postambles and other XML commands Upload Logged Errors allows you to look at stored error reports Delete Stored Errors erases all logged errors whether you have looked at them or not Reboot Reader refreshes the imager s memory and functionality returning it to the most recent configuration you have saved Delete Stored Results erases logged data MS Q Imager User s Manual 9 3 Differences from Default Differences from Default Clicking the Differences from Default button will cause ESP to check all stored configuration settings and compare them to default settings All settings that are different from default will appear in the left column shown below and descriptions of those settings will appear in the right column Click this button for a list of ESP Click Generate Barcode to bring up the Bar Code configuration settings that are Configuration dialog Then create symbols containing different from default settings
86. TANT NOTE To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements this device must not be co located or operate in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter CAUTION Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Ce The MS Q has been tested for compliance to CE Conformit Europ enne standards and guidelines and was found to conform to applicable CE standards specifically the EMC requirements EN 55024 ESD EN 61000 4 2 Radiated RF Immunity EN 61000 4 3 ENV 50204 EFT EN 61000 4 4 Conducted RF Immunity EN 61000 4 6 EN 55022 Class B Radiated Emissions and Class B Conducted Emissions The MS Q can be set to use targeting lasers The MS Q s targeting laser emits Class 2M radiation outside of the product per IEC 60825 1 Class 2M Laser LED product Do not stare into the beam or view directly with optical instruments The MS Q has been tested by an independent electromagnetic compatibility laboratory in accordance with the applicable specifications and instructions 371AW Laser LED Radiation C US LISTED Wavelength 1mW Maximum Output 650 700 nm E300884 Laser Pulse Duration 0 977 mSec LED Pulse Duration 0 255 uSec MS Q Imager User s Manual ix Statement of ROHS Compliance Statement of ROHS Compliance All Microscan readers with a G suffix in the FIS number are RoHS Compliant All compliant readers were convert
87. UC Sao esse 7 2 VGA and Megapixel Geitmges 7 3 Select Region of Interest aisses a nennen 7 4 Set Targeting Zone Tolerances non00nnnnnnnnnenneesenennnnnnnernnnnsnnnnnnnnenne gt 7 5 IP MOES ast RS See ce ek 7 6 TOJE Optimization EE 7 7 Trigger Optimization by ESP 7 15 CONUMUOUS Re lee E 7 18 Sythbol BACkQnoun WE 7 20 Ser Decode TIMO E 7 21 Button Stay Down Tume sse nennen nennen nnns 7 22 MONN Oases Tm 7 23 WOHOMDETS CUO PON ERE T T 7 24 MS Q Imager User s Manual V Table of Contents vi Appendices Auto White Balance 7 25 Symbol Readability Index 7 26 Chapter 8 Terminal temina VIEW C 8 2 PING er cate 8 3 als 116 esa beers RR TERI OI NENNEN RR 8 4 Ma TOS ee ITE ESTEE cT 8 5 Terminal Right Click Men 8 6 Terminal Dropdown Men 8 7 Chapter 9 Utilities Mage Upload WEE 9 2 DEVICE Gonli lsssiinsteeeeein lee 9 3 Diltererces tom DOTA uie tup et eere oa rr rir ps 9 4 FIWA E ste yeast P 9 5 PIO TOO mt 9 7 PROVANICCG EE TT era 9 8 Chapter 10 Unique Item Identifiers BI EST RIVER EE E T 10 2 Non IL GNaraclerSs 2 ee 10 3 WENO FEA IER TES 10 4 Ende d Le NG MEN 10 6 Valla Formal nase ee Ee 10 8 Appendix A General Specifications ccccsceeeeeceeeeeeeeeesesaesaeesseeeeeeeees A 2 Appendix B Electrical Specifications cccccceceeececeeeeeeneeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees A 4 Appendix C Confi
88. about the laser target see Laser Target on page 6 3 IR LEDs Some inks may be incompatible with IR LEDs If you experience trouble reading symbols printed in non standard inks try reducing the intensity of the IR LEDs by reading the IR LEDs Low Intensity symbol below You can also disable the IR LEDs by reading the IR LEDs Off Visible LEDs On symbol JR LEDs Visible LEDs E Turns off IR LEDs and turns on visible LEDs Turns off the near field IR LEDs Does not turn off visible LEDs Q010 01 Q008 01 IR LEDs Low Intensity IR LEDs Off Visible LEDs On Returns visible and IR LEDs to ON at 100 intensity Useful for highly reflective surfaces Turns off near field IR LEDs Q009 01 Q007 01 Visible LEDs Off IR LEDs On Restore LEDs Default Continuous lllumination Note Continuous Illumination is only supported in Rev 5 hardware and earlier nn b X Ly h M580 02 M579 02 Enable Continuous Disable Continuous Illumination Illumination Default Note Continuous lllumination is only recommended for cabled readers due to battery consumption 6 4 MS Q Imager User s Manual MS Q Operational Feedback Ci Memory LED 5 Battery LED I O Parameters Imager Activity LEFT indicator RIGHT indicator Sound Successfully Powered On Flashes GREEN Flashes GREEN 1 beep Successfully Enumerated with Host via USB Cable None SSES
89. acteristics may vary at high temperatures or other environmental extremes Warranty One year limited warranty on parts and labor Extended warranty available MS Q Imager User s Manual FIS Options Appendices MS Q Quadrus High Resolution USB H2 FIS 6100 0030G MS Q Quadrus High Resolution Batch Battery BH1 FIS 6100 0031G MS Q Quadrus High Resolution Batch Battery BH2 FIS 6100 0032G MS Q Quadrus High Resolution Bluetooth BH1 FIS 6100 0033G MS Q Quadrus High Resolution Bluetooth BH2 FIS 6100 0034G MS Q Quadrus Standard Resolution USB H2 FIS 6100 0035G MS Q Quadrus Standard Resolution Batch Battery BH1 FIS 6100 0036G MS Q Quadrus Standard Resolution Batch Battery BH2 FIS 6100 0037G MS Q Quadrus Standard Resolution Bluetooth BH1 FIS 6100 0038G MS Q Quadrus Standard Resolution Bluetooth BH2 FIS 6100 0039G MS Q Quadrus High Resolution PS 2 FIS 6100 0040G MS Q Quadrus Standard Resolution PS 2 FIS 6100 0041G MS Q Quadrus SW Standard Resolution Bluetooth Telec approved BH1 FIS 6100 0042G MS Q Quadrus SW Standard Resolution Bluetooth Telec approved BH2 FIS 6100 0043G MS Q Quadrus SW High Resolution Bluetooth Telec approved BH1 FIS 6100 0044G MS Q Quadrus SW High Resolution Bluetooth Telec approved BH2 FIS 6100 0045G MS Q Quadrus SW Standard Resolution Image Lock H2 FIS
90. al Utilities Bluetooth The Bluetooth view in Utilities features a text field in which you can enter your Bluetooth modem s alphanumeric Quick Connect Code When you are finished entering this code the small window below the text field displays a Data Matrix symbol that you can print and use thereafter to connect instantly Image Upload Device Contral Differences Firmware Bluetooth Advanced Enter Quick Connect Code Type the Quick Connect 0002728 UF 383 lt Code from your Bluetooth modem in this text field 12 characters 0 8 A F HU cu When you have completed entering the connect code U00272ZB0F333 ESP will produce a Data Matrix symbol encoding that data Print Save As Print and save the symbol for future use E Default Clear Clear E to PS 2 E All Data XML f l Rules M188 02 Men M071 01 M052 01 MS Q Imager User s Manual 9 7 Advanced Advanced The Advanced tab in Utilities features an archive of all batch files containing imager configuration commands Each batch file s extension is crb and each file contains the fundamental code for programming the imager Notice that the names of the batch files correspond with the numbers beneath all the Data Matrix configuration symbols in this manual This tool allows you to use the batch file data to create your own symbols or to collect only the files that you use freq
91. and documentation Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on an implied warranty so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state Tel 425 226 5700 Fax 425 226 8250 helodesk microscan com MS Q Imager User s Manual iii Table of Contents Table of Contents Chapter 1 Quick Start Check Required Harchware nennen 1 2 Assemble ING TIMGGQEN dee ee cee ee ee cad teen el 1 3 WSB MEH ACC sale E T E 1 6 Belle ee E 1 7 Roe 232 Interface EE 1 8 BIUELOOIN Interface ep RN 1 9 Batch Battery Interface AA 1 10 Iristall ESE EE 1 11 wies cx e 1 12 Select Protocol and Connect to Jmager nennen 1 13 Chapter 2 Using ESP EZ leet EE 2 2 ADDIICallom Moden E 2 3 MCS eut e 2 4 MERU TOODA gm Ec HE 2 5 oen RECEN ee ee 2 14 Chapter 3 Basic Operations Slep Praclice Targelngn in EA 3 2 Step 2 Determine Optimum Position cccccccceeeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaaes 3 3 Step 3 Select Quadrus Only or Standard Mode 3 4 Step 4 Select Adaptive or Fixed Mode AAA 3 5 Step 5 Complete Configuration ccccccccccssccsseeeseseeeeeeeeeeeeeeseaeeeeeeeees 3 6 Trigger and Button Programming nnn 3 7 USB Battery Charge Mode nennen nennen 3 8 Chapter 4 Communications Communications by ESP 4 2 Communications Overnlew
92. and host computer do not connect the imager will beep three times in rapid succession and flash its RED LEDs Modem Firmware Version Read the symbol below to check the Bluetooth Modem s firmware version Firmware Version M321 01 Firmware output will be in the following format MSP430 firmware version TUSB firmware version 1 digit comm mode 0 PS 2 1 Serial 3 USB Keyboard 1 digit keyboard mapping value 1 digit packet protocol value Bluetooth Modem Installation with PS 2 Cable Install Cable e Attach the PS 2 cable to the Bluetooth Modem Detach the keyboard from the host computer and connect it to the PS 2 cable as shown below Connect the other end of the PS 2 cable to the host computer as shown below Note The modem is powered by the PS 2 port and so does not require a separate power supply The modems blue light will illuminate when connected Read Quick Connect Code Read the Quick Connect Code on the Bluetooth Modem s top label Note A Quick Connect Code can also be created in ESP s Utilities interface Establish Mode e Read the PS 2 Bluetooth Mode symbol below PS 2 Bluetooth d M660 0 You are now ready to begin sending decoded symbol data to the host A 66 MS Q Imager User s Manual Appendices Keyboard Input USB and PS 2 The Bluetooth Modem is set to English language keyboard mapping by default To communicate using a different keyboard setting read the sym
93. ardware FIS 6150 0030G MS Q Basic Standard Resolution Bluetooth Rev 6 Hardware LightRay Optics FIS Options FIS 6150 0031G MS Q Quadrus High Resolution USB PS 2 RS 232 LightRay 100 FIS 6100 1011G MS Q Quadrus High Resolution Batch Battery LightRay 100 FIS 6100 1012G MS Q Quadrus High Resolution Bluetooth LightRay 100 FIS 6100 1013G MS Q Quadrus Standard Resolution USB PS 2 RS 232 LightRay 110 FIS 6100 1014G MS Q Quadrus Standard Resolution Batch Battery LightRay 110 FIS 6100 1015G MS Q Quadrus Standard Resolution Bluetooth LightRay 110 FIS 6100 1016G MS Q Quadrus High Resolution USB PS 2 RS 232 LightRay 100 Rev 6 Hardware FIS 6100 1021G MS Q Quadrus High Resolution Bluetooth LightRay 100 Rev 6 Hardware FIS 6100 1022G MS Q Quadrus Standard Resolution USB PS 2 RS 232 LightRay 110 Rev 6 Hardware FIS 6100 1023G MS Q Quadrus Standard Resolution Batch Battery LightRay 110 Rev 6 Hardware FIS 6100 1024G MS Q Quadrus High Resolution USB PS 2 RS 232 LightRay 205 FIS 6100 2011G MS Q Quadrus High Resolution Batch Battery LightRay 205 FIS 6100 2012G MS Q Quadrus High Resolution Bluetooth LightRay 205 FIS 6100 2013G MS Q Quadrus Standard Resolution USB PS 2 RS 232 LightRay 215 FIS 6100 2014G MS Q Quadrus Standard Resolution Batch Battery LightRay 215 FIS 6100 201
94. ation Protocols Communications Communications by ESP Communications Overview Complete Configuration Compliance Indicator Composite Composite by ESP Composite Linkage Control Configuration Symbol Reference List Configuration Symbols Connect Connecting to the Bluetooth Modem Connecting to the Bluetooth Modem via RS 232 Connecting via RS 232 with a USB Bluetooth Modem Connection Wizard Construct 1 Construct 2 Continuous Illumination Continuous Operations Continuous Read Continuous Read Duplicate Read Delays Continuous Read Sleep Timeout Continuous Read Trigger Delays Continuous Trigger Optimization Continuous Trigger Programming Copy D Data Bits RS 232 Data Element Separator Data Matrix Data Matrix by ESP Data Matrix ECC 0 140 Data Matrix Improvements MS Q Imager User s Manual Index E Deactivate XML Rules Decode Try Time Default Reader Default Settings Defaulting ESP Settings Delete Data Delete Stored Errors Delete Stored Results Determine Optimum Position Device Control DI Format 06 Differences from Default Disable Echo Disable Right Button Disclaimer Disconnect Bluetooth Display Incoming Data Even When Not in Focus Do Not Send or Receive Settings Document Memo Download Batch File Collection Dual Optics E Edit Edit Macro Editing a Macro EID Too Long Electrical Electrical Specifications Enable Echo Encoding a UII Enhanced Format Entering Magic Sequence
95. ault to PS 2 MO 01 M064 01 USB Image Upload M068 0 Bluetooth Radio Auto Connect On M072 0 Log Only Mode MO076 0 Send and Log Mode MOZO 0 Continuous Trigger Optimization A2 MOS2_01 MS Q Imager User s Manual MOS81 OI Continuous Trigger Optimization A3 MOS 0 Continuous Trigger Optimization C1 MO0S89 0 Continuous Trigger Optimization D2 MOOS 0 RS 232 Interface Baud Rate 2400 M097 0 RS 232 Interface Baud Hate 38400 MO082 0 Continuous Trigger Optimization B1 MOZG 0 Continuous Trigger Optimization C2 Mou 0 Continuous Trigger Optimization D3 MO094 0 RS 232 Interface Baud Rate 4800 MOS 0 RS 232 Interface Baud Rate 57600 MO083 0 Continuous Trigger Optimization B2 MO087 0 Continuous Trigger Optimization C3 Moul 0 Continuous Trigger Off y MOS 0 RS 232 Interface Baud Hate 9600 M099 0 RS 232 Interface Baud Rate 115200 Appendices MO084 0 Continuous Trigger Optimization B3 MOSS 0 Continuous Trigger Optimization D1 MO092 0 RS 232 Interface Baud Rate 1200 M096 0 RS 232 Interface Baud Rate 19200 M100 01 RS 232 Interface Data Clear Default All Data t to PS 2 M052 01 Ai 03 M188 02 MS Q Imager User s Manual A 11 Configuration Symbols MIOI 01 RS 232 Interface Data Bits 8
96. ble 2 to the MS Q 1 2 Connect the USB cable 2 to the host You DO NOT need to power off your host computer 3 Open any program in your host computer that can receive keyboard text 4 Read the USB Keyboard Mode symbol below Wk USB Keyboard Mode M134 02 USB Configuration 5 Read the Save Settings symbol at the bottom of this page You are now ready to send data to the host Note If you attempt to connect to the host via USB and you have a battery installed the host will fail to recognize the imager for approximately 60 seconds If you connect with a battery blank installed or if you install the battery after plugging in no delay occurs wx Default 7 Clear K Clear F gt to PS 2 ew All Data XML e Rules Cur i M188 02 W M071 01 MO052 01 1 6 MS Q Imager User s Manual Quick Start PS 2 Interface Note The PS 2 interface draws its power from the host computer PS 2 Configuration item Desrpion PatNumbr Rev 5 Hardware Rev 6 Hardware MS Q Imager Quaatus FIS 6100 0040G Quadrus FIS 6100 0049G 2 Keyboard Wedge Cable 60 000018 03 Installation Steps for PS 2 1 Power off the host and disconnect the keyboard 2 Attach the cable 2 to the MS Q 1 3 Attach the keyboard connector to the r keyboard cable and host computer as Op HM shown Ss E 4 Tn host PSA 2 Ai 1 F 4 Power on the host L pep 5 Read the PS 2 Mode sy
97. ble decode 2 digit symbol Enable decode 1 and 2 digit symbol Enable decode 1 digit with checksum Enable decode 2 digit with checksum Enable decode 1 and 2 digit with checksum Enable decode 1 digit checksum not output Enable decode 2 digit checksum not output Enable decode 1 2 digit w checksum nat output Sample Matrix 2 of 5 Symbol Note Matrix 2 of 5 is available only in Standard Mode r Default Clear Clear ae to PS 2 All Data XML Rules M188 02 MOGO 03 M071 01 M052 01 MS Q Imager User s Manual 5 15 MicroPDFA 1 7 MicroPDF417 Read the following symbols to enable disable MicroPDF417 settings MicroPDF417 On M301 01 MicroPDF417 Off Default M300 01 MicroPDF417 by ESP Disabled Enabled Sample MicroPDF417 Symbol i Micra POF4 1 7 Note MicroPDF417 is available only in Standard Mode VW Default S e to PS 2 hl Save ah Settings a i M188 02 5 16 el M071 01 Clear K Clear All Data i XML Rules MO52 01 MS Q Imager User s Manual Symbologies MSI Plessey Read the following symbols to enable disable MSI Plessey settings MSI Plessey On Le M291 01 MSI Plessey Off Default a WM M290 01 MSI Plessey by ESP Disabled Enabled Sample MSI Plessey Symbol Note MSI Plessey is available only in Standard Mode
98. bol below M590 01 M39 01 M594 0 M595 Ol M596 0l No OI M597 0 English Universal French German Japanese Ctrl A Default e D Char 0 Bluetooth Modem Installation with RS 232 Cable Install Cable e Attach the RS 232 cable to the Bluetooth Modem Connect the RS 232 adapter to the back of the host computer Connect the RS 232 cable to the power supply Plug the power supply into a wall socket Read Quick Connect Code e Read the Quick Connect Code on the Bluetooth Modems top label Note A Quick Connect Code can also be created in ESP s Utilities interface Establish Mode Read the RS 232 Bluetooth Mode symbol at right RS 232 Change Baud Rate Setting EES e Read the appropriate symbol below to set the desired Baud Rate M661 01 Sg Note These symbols only affect Baud Rate settings for the modem They have no effect on Baud Rate settings in the MS Q a 7 es RS 232 Bluetooth d Modem Defaults e Baud Rate 9600 M313 01 M314 0 M315 0 M316 01 Data Bits 8 1200 2400 4800 9600 Default Parity None Stop Bits 1 You are now ready to begin sending decoded symbol data to the Hardware None host using any open software application that accepts serial data MS Q Imager User s Manual A 67 MS Q Maintenance Appendix J MS Q Maintenance MS Q maintenance guidelines are provided below Cleaning the MS Q Window The MS Q window should be clean to allow optimum performance The window is
99. can be read on dark or light backgrounds depending on the current Symbol Background setting See Symbol Background on page 7 20 Image Transform In ESP the Mirroring feature is part of the Image Transform command When Image Transform is set to Standard Mirrored Image is disabled When Image Transform is set to Mirrored Image the MS Q s optics reverse the captured image before attempting to decode Image Transform Inverse Gs Mirrored Image Inverse wv Default Y to PS 2 Clear K Clear All Data XML L MIN 03 1107 0 l MO052 OI Rules M188 02 MS Q Imager User s Manual 7 23 Motion Detection Motion Detection Motion Detection causes the MS Q to attempt a decode whenever it senses motion in its field of view Motion Detection On Motion Detection Off Default M701 01 M702 01 Motion Detection by ESP Motion Detection settings can be refined further using the options in ESP Disabled Motion Debect Ewent Motion Sensitivity Keep Awake ien SE ld Select the action you want ead bon Fields the MS Q to perform when Read Near Field it detects motion in the field Read Far Field of view Take Picture Head Primary Field Button Mode Switch Adaptive Fired Button Mode Switch Quads Standard Power Saving Mode Idle Motion Sensitivity The MS Q s sensitivity to motion in the field of view can be configured as shown
100. cific to the model enabled when the message was created Insert up to 250 characters to describe this model Type madal specific information here Options Preferences Document Mema EC Type model specific information here Note Memos must be saved in a esp file if you want them to available in your next session If you do not save your current session any memos that you have entered during the session will be discarded and will be unavailable in your next session MS Q Imager User s Manual 2 11 Menu Toolbar Connect Connect Connection Wizard Settings Options 4Aukoconnect Connect Disconnect Connection Wizard When you choose to connect to the imager via the Connection Wizard you will first need to select the correct protocol see Select Protocol and Connect to Imager in Chapter 1 Quick Start When you have successfully connected to the imager you will see one of the two following displays in the status bar at the lower right of the screen RS 232 GOMESTEO Point to Point COMI 1152K M 8 1 USB SONNEN Se HIC Settings Options Settings allows you to set baud rate parity stop bits data bits and communications port for the RS 232 interface before connecting Connection Settings RS 232 use Baud Parity Stop Bits Data Bits Eight v Port COM1 V Aux Port In Use Force Connect Options allows you to auto connect to the imager
101. d SS M469 0 Modem 4800 Baud d M473 01 Modem 4800 Baud vi a M477 0 Modem 4800 Baud M481 01 Modem 4800 Baud SE M466 01 Modem 4800 Baud Et M470 0 Modem 4800 Baud M474 01 Modem 4800 Baud M478 01 Modem 4800 Baud M482 01 Modem 4800 Baud M471 01 Modem 4800 Baud M475 01 Modem 4800 Baud M479 0 Modem 4800 Baud M483 01 Modem 9600 Baud Default t to PS 2 MISS 02 M049 03 Weg M071 01 M052 01 A 30 MS Q Imager User s Manual M484 01 Modem 9600 Baud MASS 01 Modem 9600 Baud M492 0 Modem 9600 Baud M496 0 Modem 9600 Baud M500 0 Modem 19200 Baud M485 01 Modem 9600 Baud M489 0 Modem 9600 Baud M493 0 Modem 9600 Baud M497 0 Modem 9600 Baud Maul 01 Modem 19200 Baud M486 0 Modem 9600 Baud d M490 0 Modem 9600 Baud M494 0 Modem 9600 Baud M498 0 Modem 9600 Baud M502 0 Modem 19200 Baud Appendices T M487 0 Modem 9600 Baud m M491_01 Modem 9600 Baud RS M495 0 Modem 9600 Baud ME M499 0l Modem 9600 Baud ee Modem 19200 Baud Default i to PS 2 r M071 01 M052 01 M 1 88 02 Odo 03 MOOD 03 MS Q Imager User s Manual A 31 Configuration Symbols M504 0 Modem 19200 Baud M508 0 Modem 19200 Baud M512 01 Modem 19200 Baud M516 01 Modem
102. d any of the following symbols to enable or disable Continuous Read features Note Continuous Read modes are only recommended for short term use because of battery consumption See Sleep Mode Timeout on page 4 12 MI38 02 M140 02 Near and Far Field Near Field Only gn sg M eu M139 02 MIA 03 Far Field Only Continuous Read Off Default Continuous Read Sleep Timeout Cabled Read one of the symbols below to set the amount of time the cabled imager will operate in Continuous Read before entering Sleep Mode M136 O1 e M137 01 Cabled 2 Hours Cabled Always On Default Uncabled Read one of the symbols below to set the amount of time the uncabled imager will operate in Continuous Read before entering Sleep Mode Wy M145 DI M146 01 Uncabled 5 Minutes Default Uncabled 15 Minutes MI47 01 Uncabled 30 Minutes 7 18 MS Q Imager User s Manual Advanced Operations Continuous Read Trigger Delays Read the following symbols to set the delay time between decodes us deg LE SC is M142 QI FIFY OI MIAA QI 0 Seconds 1 Second 3 Seconds Default Continuous Read Duplicate Read Delays M222 0 M273 01 M274 DI 0 Seconds 1 Second 3 Seconds Default M14 02 Continuous Read Off Default Muze Save Default T Clear K Clear Settings oP to PS 2 All Data XML ed a E J Rules e ber M188 02 Mio M071 01 M052 01 7 19 MS Q Imager User s Manual Symbol Background
103. d far fields at medium high resolution in near field and high resolution in far field spends 375 mS attempting to decode the symbol region of interest that extends somewhat beyond the symbol A3 Reads high and low density symbols at low resolution in near field and medium low resolution in far field spends 250 mS attempting to decode the symbol region of interest limited to the symbol and its quiet zone B1 Reads high and low density symbols in near and far fields at high resolution in both fields spends 375 mS attempting to decode the symbol large region of interest that extends beyond the symbol B2 Reads high and low density symbols in near and far fields at medium low resolution in near field and medium high resolution in far field spends 250 mS attempting to decode the symbol region of interest that extends somewhat beyond the symbol B3 Reads high and low density symbols in near and far fields at low resolution in both fields spends 250 mS attempting to decode the symbol small region of interest limited to the symbol and its quiet zone Rev 5 hardware and earlier only 7 13 Trigger Optimization Optimization Parameters cont High Density Symbols Near Field C1 Reads high density symbols only at high resolution in near field only spends 375 mS attempting to decode the symbol large region of interest that extends beyond the symbol C2 Reads high density symbols only at medium
104. d to the DoD by private vendors A UII can be thought of as a Social Security number for each part The UII must be encoded in a Data Matrix ECC 200 symbol that conforms to the data structure defined in the DoD s Guide for Uniquely Identifying Items UII Elements Ulls come in two forms called Construct 1 and Construct 2 The following is an example of Construct 2 Construct 1 is identical except that it doesn t include a part number Construct 2 is composed of three basic elements Issuing Agency Code 2 Part Number 1 Enterprise Identifier EID GE UN ABCD 98 76 123 AC controlled by a specific agency e g Dunn and Bradstreet or GS1 US 3 Serial Number Encoding a UI The information in a Data Matrix UII also includes a compliance indicator data qualifiers and data element separators None of these elements are part of the final UII When Ull Only Mode is enabled in the imager the characters that are not part of the UII are removed from the decoded symbol data Only characters that make up the UII are passed on to the host computer Otherwise the symbol is rejected Compliance Format Enterprise Part Serial Message Indicator Header Identifier Number Number Trailer D RS DD GS DUNABCD GS PN098 76 GS SEQ123
105. dablock F On Code 93 Off Code 93 On Code 128 Off Code 128 On Composite Off Composite On A 47 M286 01 M287 01 M288 01 M289 04 M290 01 M291 01 M292 01 M293 01 M294 01 M295 01 M296 01 M297 01 M298 01 M299 01 M300 01 M301 01 M308 03 M313 01 M314 01 M315 01 M316 01 M317 01 M318 01 M319 01 M320 01 M321 01 M322 01 M323 01 M324 01 M325 01 M326 01 M327 01 M328 01 M329 01 M330 02 M331 02 M334 01 M335 01 M336 01 M337 01 A 48 Configuration Symbol Reference List MacroPDF417 Off MacroPDF417 On Maxicode Off Maxicode On MSI Plessey Off MSI Plessey On PDF417 Off PDF417 On UPC Off UPC On UPC Extension Off UPC Extension On UPC Narrow Margin Disabled UPC Narrow Margin Enabled MicroPDF41 7Off MicroPDF4170On Symbology Preamble Modem 1200 baud Modem 2400 baud Modem 4800 baud Modem 9600 baud Modem 19200 baud Modem 38400 baud Modem 57600 baud Modem 115200 baud Modem Modem Firmware Version Turn Off Illumination Highly Reflective Surface Turn On Illumination Codabar Remove Start Stop Disable Rule 410 Enable Rule 410 AIM ID Config Pass Through Modem 9600 baud 7 E 1 Imager ID Preamble Imager ID Postamble Set TimeStamp Value 010000 Set TimeStamp Value 013000 Set TimeStamp Value 020000 Set TimeStamp Value 023000 MS Q Imager User s Manual M338 01 M339 01 M340 01 M341 01 M342 01 M343 01 M344 01 M345 01 M346 01 M347 01 M348 01 M349 01 M350
106. e more detailed information about ESP s configuration options MS Q Imager User s Manual 1 13 Select Protocol and Connect to Imager USB e In the Select Protocol dialog box select the communications protocol you are using and click Next Select Protocol Connect Mode The reader must be in the proper mode to connect Scan this symbol using the reader to set it into the right mode of operation Continue when ready Please select the protocol to use C RS 232 e USB kes USB Connect Mode Print Save As Cancel lt Back Cancel e Print the USB Connect Mode symbol and read it with the imager to ensure that you are in the correct communications mode Keep the printed symbol in a convenient place for future use Click Next when you are finished The following dialog will then appear One reader was found that is in keyboard mode Click Switch Mode to change the reader to USB HID mode Select Device IEEE GAUNT Inii v Switch Mode Imager ID number Gel e You will see a Reader ID number in the Select Device field Click Next Note If the imager is in the default USB Keyboard Mode when you attempt to connect the USB Reader ID dialog will tell you to click the Switch Mode button ESP will attempt to switch the imager to USB HID Mode Once the imager has switched modes click Next e When you are connected successfully the CONNECTED message will appear in a green box in the s
107. e and Pass Through 6 2 to view options 3 Place your cursor in the selection box scroll down to the setting you want to change and click once on the setting MS Q Imager User s Manual LC Parameters Laser Target In most applications the laser target will have no effect on symbol readability Laser settings are lassus typically a matter of user preference d UM exit point D This will disable the laser target The LEDs and the ability to decode symbols will not be affected M054 01 Laser Target Off n M055 01 Laser Target On Laser Target Brightness Read one of the following symbols to set the brightness of the laser target ji d Bt E High Default Medium Low Laser Target by ESP sl zer Target Enabled m Laser on before Capture Disabled BrighEness Enabled Note Laser On Before Capture determines whether the laser target will be on or off just before the MS Q captures and image and is disabled by default MUR Save e Clear K Clear is Settings All Data XML E Rules E Let el MI88 02 WS M071 01 M052 o MS Q Imager User s Manual 6 3 Illumination Illumination The MS Q Imager s illumination system is u composed of four visible LEDs and six Hec en infrared IR LEDs as shown at right Both visible and IR LEDs can be controlled independently IR LEDs can also be set to low power For information
108. e image of the selected model will glow as shown in the example below Select Light Ray Optics Series INlumimat or Choose the field of view t 100 Series f 200 Series 200 Series selected and resolution that match SH nA d Optics ptics model Pi AR Near Field 100 205 SR Far Field 110 215 e Both Only available er VGA Fast Read Mode w Laser Target On Configure the handle ere ar trigger or left and right earlier Trigger Button Handle Trigger Bad n ui or earlier and Laser Target options UI Unique Item Identifier Enable Append Error Message Enable or disable UII Pass Through functionality See UII Mode Settings by ESP on page 10 5 Send Settings Send and Save Send LightRay settings to the imager or Send and Save all settings 6 14 MS Q Imager User s Manual B Advanced Operations Contents D alOpiesz T 7 2 VGA Ee Be Ee e E 7 3 Select HegioH OF Tee 7 4 Set Targeting Zone Tolerances nennen eaa nnne nnn 7 5 IN lee Spacers tess clete aia dene teren each ec mae m TUM 7 6 Trigger OpLIMIZallON eege 7 7 Trigger Optimization Dy ESP uiii etit tae be eee nenne 7 15 Continous ODEFANONS E 7 18 oymbol Eege deet eso tea see erh 7 20 Ser Decode TIME RE REP OEC o 7 21 BURON Slay DOWN Wie TE 7 22 Kl ei de o WEE 7
109. ear Et Settings alae to PS 2 All Data XML Rules E E M188 02 WER WS M071 01 M052 01 MS Q Imager User s Manual 4 25 Other Communications Settings in ESP Other Communications Settings in ESP Some ESP Communications options are unique to the software and do not have corresponding programming symbols These options are explained below Reader Packet Format Reader Packet Format Raw Ge Data that is sent from the imager to the host in Raw format is sent without packet framing or check characters One Way communication is in a raw format no response is expected from the host and data is not resent Packetized data is sent with framing a preamble communicating the amount of data to be transmitted and a postamble containing error detection and check characters and a response is expected from the host Two Way communication is in packet format Reader to Host Packet Size Reader to Host Packet Size 16354 1 15384 The Reader to Host Packet Size is the amount of data in bytes that is sent to the host in packet format This feature allows you to set the maximum allowable packet size Expect Host Hesponse Expect Host Response Disabled r Enabled When Expect Host Response is enabled the imager will re transmit data if it doesn t receive acknowledgement from the host Reader Send Retry Count Reader Send Retry Count 1 214 74836477 Reader Send Retry Count set
110. ear 7 Y to PS 2 e All Data XML E e Men 03 MO071 01 MO052 01 Rules M188 02 7 26 MS Q Imager User s Manual E 3 Terminal Contents ST SF ITN AUT WN REM 8 2 Sale WO E RR seneete soe rede ERR ER REEL URSACHE ER ERS EBERLE E 8 3 SE FG REPRE ERROR NENNEN CETTE 8 4 MICO CETTE TENERO TRECE EET a 8 5 Terminal Right Click Menu sseseseeeee eene nennen nnne nennen nnn nnnnnn nene n entren nnns nennen nnn 8 6 Terminal Dropdown Menu This section describes the Terminal interface and macro functions in ESP MS Q Imager User s Manual 8 1 Terminal View Terminal View Click the Terminal button Terminal You will see the following view Clear screen copy Type text here to Terminal Type text paste save find matching text in Screen commands the terminal window here EP ESP Untitled Slee File Model Options Connect View Terminal D j FS B Connect Switch Model Parameters Imager Terminal Utilities amp Be amp grind Next Row Enable Text Commands Disable Text Commands Default Settings Ack Reader Info String Macros listed MS G 1 Click on desired on this bar macro to run Click on Macros arrow to Add Macro Remove Macro or Edit Macro The Terminal interface allows you to send commands to the image
111. ed prior to March 1 2007 All standard accessories in the Microscan Product Pricing Catalog are ROHS Compliant except 20 500013 01 and 98 000039 02 These products meet all the requirements of the European Parliament and the Council of the European Union for ROHS compliance In accordance with the latest requirements our RoHS compliant products and packaging do not contain intentionally added Deca BDE Perfluorooctanes PFOS or Perfluorooctanoic Acid PFOA compounds above the maximum trace levels To view the documents stating these requirements please visit http eur lex europa eu LexUriServ LexUriServ do uri CELEX 32002L0095 EN HTML and http eur lex europa eu LexUriServ LexUriServ do uri OJ L 2006 372 0032 0034 EN PDF Please contact your sales manager for a complete list of Microscan s ROHS Compliant products This declaration is based upon information obtained from sources which Microscan believes to be reliable and from random sample testing however the information is provided without any representation of warranty expressed or implied regarding accuracy or correctness Microscan does not specifically run any analysis on our raw materials or end product to measure for these substances The information provided in this certification notice is correct to the best of Microscan s knowledge at the date of publication This notice is not to be considered a warranty or quality specification Users are responsible for determining the app
112. en click Send to Reader those preamble or postamble characters are enabled and will appear in data output Peine Save As Postamble n Send to Reader Save pre and postamble settings and send them to t Preamble e Postamble the E Enter key N Insert Alt Ctrl Shift Windows Home End Enter Escape In addition to typing directly Page Up Backspace Scroll through a list of all preamble in the text fields and selecting and postamble options and then from the dropdown menu P D U click Insert you can also click any of age Lown P these preset buttons to set a preamble or postamble Left Dmm Right Carnage Return CR 4 Percent Sign Esc BU ms Delay Tab Kevstroke LI SB Tab Asci d Forward Slash Esc 4 22 MS Q Imager User s Manual Keyboard Mapping The Keyboard Mapping feature provides alternatives for keyboards that do not conform to US English mapping Communications Note Universal Keyboard mapping is slightly slower than the other language specific options because it maps data by reference to the full set of ASCII characters The advantage of Universal Keyboard mapping is that it allows any language and keyboard layout to be mapped Important Keyboard Mapping is not to be confused with USB Keyboard Mode which has an entirely different function namely to enable U
113. epeatedly will initiate the command repeatedly Once text commands are initiated they are saved in a dropdown menu that can be accessed by clicking the arrow to the right of the text field You can also send the current command repeatedly by clicking the Send button repeatealy 8 4 MS Q Imager User s Manual Macros Terminal Macros can be stored in a macro selection bar edited in a separate window and executed by clicking on the macro name Move fo Stark F Default Macros Add Macro Enable Text Commands Disable Text Commands Default Settings Ack Reader Info String Lock Reader Unlock Reader Trigger Reader Reboot Reader Shaw xML Rules Disable XML Rules Enable Nobead Disable MaR ead When you click Move to Start the names of all the macros appear as shown at left Choose which macro button you want to appear in the first position at the bottom of the terminal view Click on all subsequent arrows to Edit the associated macros Click on Next Row to see the Next Row p Text Commands Disable Text Commands Default Settings Ack Click on the first arrow here to see Add Macro Default Macros and Move to Start When you default macros the entire macros set is restored to original commands next set of macro buttons Clicking on a macro button executes the related command The command is also sent to the imag
114. er at the same time it is displayed Editing a Macro When you click the arrow next to a any macro and select Edit the following dialog appears Macro Entry Macro Name Enable Nobiead Macro Value S0H xX GS SIX B d Cancel MS Q Imager User s Manual You can edit an existing macro or type in the Macro Name text field and define it in the Macro Value text field 8 5 Terminal Right Click Menu Terminal Right Click Menu Right click in the terminal window to display the following menu Copy selected text to clipboard Copy Paste e Paste from terminal or other text Clear all text in terminal window Clear Select All text in the terminal window Select Al Save incoming and outgoing data into a text file Save Change Font of data received from the imager Change Font oe Echo Font t0 change the appearance of user entered ata Change Echo Font Disable Echo Change Background Color Mon Printable Characters Default Settings Disable Echo to hide user entered data Change Background Color of the terminal window e Non Printable Characters can be shown or hidden in the terminal view in Standard or Enhanced format Default Settings to return all of the above to original settings Keyboard Macros Keyboard Macros brings up the Function Keys dialog which allows you to create customized macro functions Function Keys The Function Keys dialog allo
115. erations only without icons MS Q Imager User s Manual 2 7 Menu Toolbar Terminal Tab When Show Non Printable Characters TTE is checked characters such as CRLF will be displayed in the terminal window When the Enhanced Format du unc esL radio button is checked subscript and S LB iom En Change Echo Font A i C Enhanced Format Slower superscript formatting is shown E ENS When Display incoming data even _Change Keyboard Macros Background Color Blue when not in focus is checked data Display incoming data even from the imager will continue to appear in the terminal even when Se Wie p window on the host Default Settings When Enable Echo is checked the terminal window displays user entered data Change Keyboard Macros Clicking the Change Keyboard Macros fere button brings up the Function Keys pm ra rs Fe Fr Fe rs roje no dialog In this dialog you can select the General Terminal Bar Code Options Advanced desired function key and then enter Key Map your macro seio in the associated GE gen Be key map For example to make Ctrl F2 Home an the keystroke to send a trigger character i select F2 then in the Ctrl row enter m trigger character and click OK Be Then whenever the Ctrl F2 keystroke is Ak Cut pressed the trigger character will start scd the read cycle Note The F1 key is reserved for opening ESP Help and the F3 key is reserved for the Find Next func
116. ery Charge Mode Laser Off All LEDs On at 100 u vi rie ph ITTIM T Hui Laser Off Control IR Separately in Both Fields Laser On All LEDs On at 100 Laser On Control IR Separately in Both Fields Q029 01 RS 232 Connect Mode Q030 01 USB Connect Mode Enable MIL STD 130M Enable MIL STD 130N MS101 01 RS 232 Default Settings Mode M188 02 A 40 MIO 03 to USB Default E to PS 2 M071 01 MOS2_01 MS Q Imager User s Manual Appendices Appendix D Configuration Symbol Reference List MOO 01 MOO2_01 MOOS 01 MO004 01 MOO 01 MOO06 01 MO007 01 MO 01 MOO 01 MO10_01 MO11 01 MO012 01 MO013 01 Mo14 01 M015 01 M016 01 MO17 01 Mo18 01 MO19_01 MO20 01 MO21 01 MO22 01 MO23 01 MO24 01 MO025 01 MO26 01 MO27 01 MO28 01 MO29_01 MO3O_O1 MO31_01 MO32_01 MOS33 01 MO034 01 MOS35 01 MO036 01 MO037 01 MO038 01 Global Optimization A1 Global Optimization A2 Global Optimization A3 Global Optimization B1 Global Optimization B2 Global Optimization B3 Global Optimization C1 Global Optimization C2 Global Optimization C3 Global Optimization D1 Global Optimization D2 Global Optimization D3 Handle Trigger Optimization A1 Handle Trigger Optimization A2 Handle Trigger Optimization A3 Handle Trigger Optimization B1 Handle Trigger Optimization B2 Handle Tri
117. gger Optimization B3 Handle Trigger Optimization C1 Handle Trigger Optimization C2 Handle Trigger Optimization C3 Handle Trigger Optimization D1 Handle Trigger Optimization D2 Handle Trigger Optimization D3 Left Button Optimization A1 Left Button Optimization A2 Left Button Optimization A3 Left Button Optimization B1 Left Button Optimization B2 Left Button Optimization B3 Left Button Optimization C1 Left Button Optimization C2 Left Button Optimization C3 Left Button Optimization D1 Left Button Optimization D2 Left Button Optimization D3 Right Button Optimization A1 Right Button Optimization A2 MS Q Imager User s Manual A 41 MO039 01 M040 01 MO41 01 M042 01 MO43 01 M044 01 M045 01 M046 01 MOA 01 M048 01 M049 093 MO050 01 MOT 02 MO052 01 M054 01 MOD 01 M056 01 M057 01 MO058 01 MOO 01 MO060 03 MO061 02 MO062 02 MO063 02 MO064 01 MO065 01 MO066 01 M067 01 MO68 01 MO069 01 M070 01 MO71 01 MO72 01 MO073 02 MO74 02 M075 01 M076 01 MO77 02 MO078 02 M0O79 01 A 42 Configuration Symbol Reference List Right Button Optimization A3 Right Button Optimization B1 Right Button Optimization B2 Right Button Optimization B3 Right Button Optimization C1 Right Button Optimization C2 Right Button Optimization C3 Right Button Optimization D1 Right Button Optimization D2 Right Button Optimization D3 Default to USB Clear Memory Clear RF
118. guration Gvmbols A 7 Appendix D Configuration Symbol Reference List A 41 Appendix E Hardware Default and Manual Battery Recharge A 58 Appendix F MS Q Quadrus Secure with Image Lock A 61 Appendix G MS Q Protective Jacket A 62 Appendix H MS Q Battery Charger ccccssscccccccsseeeeseeeeessesesesntnaeees A 63 Appendix MS Q Bluetooth Modem eeeeeeeeeeennne A 65 Appendix J MS Q Maintenance A 68 MS Q Imager User s Manual Introduction About the MS Q Imager The MS Q Imager with point and click triggering can read both 1D and 2D symbols and transfer or buffer and transfer later decoded data in both cable and wireless configurations The MS Q Imager is available in USB RS 232 and PS 2 cabled options a Batch option and a Bluetooth option The MS Q uses dual optics near field and far field in the same array a 1 3 million pixel CMOS sensor and a 400 MHz processor The imager automatically discriminates between all major 1D and 2D symbologies The Quadrus model of the MS Q Imager features added functionality that allows users to optimize the readability of 2D direct part marks Both the Quadrus and Basic models of the MS Q Imager can be configured by reading Data Matrix symbols encoded with a wide variety of setup commands or by using Microscan s ESP Software Rev 6 Hardware MS Q hardware has been updated to include a new i
119. he battery s tab is aligned with the housing s slot 3 Starting from the angled position described in step 2 lower the battery completely into its housing three times but do not engage the sliding latch mechanism until the third time the battery is inserted The battery should be inserted for slightly less than one second each time itis lowered Maintain a steady rhythm while performing this sequence 4 The third and final time the battery is lowered and inserted leave it in its housing and move the sliding latch mechanism into its locked position 5 Default the imager See Performing a Hardware Default and Manual Battery Recharge on page A 58 Note For best results charge the battery fully before you next use the imager A 60 MS Q Imager User s Manual Appendices Appendix F MS Q Quadrus Secure with Image Lock The MS Q Quadrus Imager is available in a secured version with disabled image capture and downloading Permanent removal of image upload functionality in the MS Q Quadrus Secure with Image Lock FIS 6100 0046G Rev 5 Hardware or earlier FIS 6100 0053G Rev 6 Hardware makes it useful in sensitive industrial environments where photography is prohibited Important The MS Q Quadrus Secure s Image Lock function cannot be turned off itis a permanent part of the imager s feature set Note The MS Q Quadrus Secure with Image Lock is available with USB connectivity Contact your M
120. he terminal See Terminal Right Click Menu on page 8 6 for a way to change When Magic Sequence is enabled it allows the user to enable Echo settings directly in the terminal Text Commands by entering a predetermined series of keystrokes view Entering Magic Sequence The magic sequence is gt PA followed by a numeric value of 1 3 or 7 1 Enable Text Commands 3 Enabled Suppress Echo 7 Enabled Suppress Echo and Responses In the example below the magic sequence entered will Enable Text Commands and Suppress Echo and Responses Parameters Imager Terminal Utilities Enter the magic sequence in Send Pay lt a this text field and click Send J Once the magic sequence has been sent you can send text commands from the same text field Clear All Data L Mie 03 M071 01 MOS52 01 Mis Default to PS 2 M188 02 4 24 MS Q Imager User s Manual Communications Time Stamp When Time Stamp is enabled the time of each decode will be appended to data output as a preamble Note The Enable Time Stamp command is an XML rule To clear time stamp data read the Clear XML Rules command M200 01 M199 01 Enable Time Stamp Disable Time Stamp K M052 01 Clear XML Rules Example 01014627 ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOP Day is 01 Hour is 01 Minutes are 46 Seconds are 27 Data is ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOP e Save i Y Default e Clear K Cl
121. ic Code 39 On NEC 2 of 5 Off NEC 2 of 5 On Matrix 2 of 5 Off Matrix 2 of 5 On HF Factory Defaults Interleaved 2 of 5 with Control Character Stripped from Result A 55 M687 093 M692 01 M693 01 M694 01 M695 01 M696 01 M701 01 M702 01 M704 01 M705 01 M706 02 M707 03 M708 01 M710 02 M711 01 M738 01 M739 01 M742 01 M743 01 M744 01 M745 01 M746 01 M747 01 QO001 01 Q002 01 QO003 01 Q004 01 QO005 01 QO006 01 Q007 01 QO008 01 Q009 01 Q010 01 Q011_ 01 Q012 01 Q013 01 Q014 01 Q015 01 Q016 01 Q017 01 A 56 Configuration Symbol Reference List Enable Micro QR Code Standard and Inverse Boot Mode PS 2 Interscan Delay 5 mS PS 2 Interscan Delay 10 mS PS 2 Interscan Delay 100 mS Clear All JavaScript Files Enable Motion Detection Near and Far Fields Disable Motion Detection Default Disable Bluetooth Connection While Charging Enable Bluetooth Connection While Charging Enable Time Stamp Battery Powered Time Clock Preamble Disable Time Stamp Battery Powered Time Clock Preamble USB Bluetooth Mode Lockout Link Mode Unlock Link Enable Background Capture Disable Background Capture Modem Pre emptible Modem Non Pre emptible Enable Data Matrix Decode Improvements for Low Contrast Binarization Disable Data Matrix Decode Improvements for Low Contrast Binarization Enable Auto Save Last Bluetooth Address Disable Auto Save Last Bluetooth Address Enable Left Button Mode Switching Quadrus Only S
122. icroscan sales representative for further product details MS Q Imager User s Manual A 61 MS Q Protective Jacket Appendix G MS Q Protective Jacket The MS Q Protective Jacket 20 000925 01 is an accessory for MS Q Imagers with the first generation H1 handle option This accessory is a cost effective way to upgrade the protection of the MS Q for rugged industrial environments in the following ways Provides inexpensive insurance against accidental drops or other potentially damaging contact events on the factory floor e Triples the drop shock protection to the main body of the imager e Shields LEDs and optics with extended front guard Contact your Microscan sales representative for further accessory details The extended front of the sleeve shields the LEDs and optics from scratches fractures and other potential damage The rubberized sleeve makes the main body of the imager virtually shock proof Note The MS Q Protective Jacket is only available with the original H1 handle option A 62 MS Q Imager User s Manual Appendices Appendix H MS Q Battery Charger The MS Q Battery Charger Kit can be used with the battery handle option Battery Charger Kit 1 2 Battery Charger Kit as pictured includes 1 Power Supply a 2 Charger Retainer Clip screw washer 3 4 screws for Bluetooth Modem 3 Note Battery Handle Reader Bluetooth Modem
123. ill beep five times The left indicator LED will be RED and the right indicator LED will be GREEN 8 Press and hold down both the left and right top buttons until the left indicator LED switches off The imager will then cycle through several different LED patterns and emit two beeps This indicates that the imager is in its default mode and is ready for use Be sure that the imager s memory is clear before you return to your desired settings The following symbols will allow you to clear the imager s memory of commands settings XML rules and other data KZ Clear XML Rules Kt Clear Memory M050 01 MS Q Imager User s Manual A 59 Performing a Hardware Default and Manual Battery Recharge Performing a Manual Battery Recharge If the MS Q s lithium ion battery is allowed to lose 100 of its charge the imager will become locked in a continuous vibration cycle The mechanism of vibration is the same as the successful decode indicator which can be switched between beep and vibrate However when the imager vibrates to indicate total loss of battery charge it is unable to decode symbol data and it cannot be defaulted The following procedure provides enough charge to jump start the imager and perform a hardware default 1 Remove the battery 2 Align the battery with its housing on the side opposite the sliding latch mechanism ec Hold the battery at an angle from its housing balanced where t
124. in Standard Mode MS Q Imager User s Manual 5 11 Data Matrix Data Matrix Read the following symbols to enable disable Data Matrix settings Data Matrix Rectangle On Rectangle Off Inverse On tbe B M241 01 M239 01 M242 01 Data Matrix Data Matrix Data Matrix Inverse Off M240 01 Note Data Matrix is available in both Quadrus Only and Standard modes Data Matrix ECC 0 140 On Q005 01 Q006 01 Data Matrix ECC 0 140 Off Default Note Data Matrix ECC 0 140 is available for MS Q Quadrus models only Enable Data Matrix Improvements For Low Contrast and Binarized Symbols Disable Data Matrix Improvements Tue ae tk M744 01 Sample Data Matrix Symbol RR M745 01 Data Matrix by ESP Sample Rectangular Data Matrix Symbol Lube Data Matrix Data Matrix Rectangular Data Matrix ECC 0 140 Data Matrix Improvements Both Binarization Low Contrast Both Binarization and Low Contrast Disabled MM M188 02 5 12 cw Default a e to PS 2 x Clear All Data e Clear XML Rules D r M071 01 MO52 01 MS Q Imager User s Manual Symbologies Interleaved 2 of 5 Read the following symbols to enable disable Interleaved 2 of 5 settings Interleaved 2 of 5 On Default Interleaved 2 of 5 Off IE M244 01 M243 01 Interleaved 2 of 5 Two Digits On Interleaved 2 of 5 Two Digits Off mu Be k i wi a M246
125. ings Beep and Vibrate Settings Read the following symbols to configure beep and vibrate settings Beep Vibrate MIOS 01 z M107_01 M109 01 Vibrate Off Beep On Vibrate On Beep On Vibrate On Beep Off Default Beep Volume B mu Sos M112 0I M110_01 M111_01 Beep Loud Default Beep Off Beep Quiet Beep and Vibrate Settings by ESP Beeper valume 100 Duration 100 Separation ZU Disabled Enabled Note Duration is the length of the beep in milliseconds with a configurable range of 0 000 to 2147483 750 Separation is the spacing in milliseconds between beeps also with a configurable range of 0 000 to 2147483 750 wt Y Default 7 Clear K Clear ge i to PS 2 All Data XML E m MD60 03 M071 01 M052 01 hl Save ah Settings Rules a i M188 02 6 8 MS Q Imager User s Manual I O Parameters Automatic Gain Control AGC AGC is a system that controls gain in order to maintain high performance over a range of input levels Gain is essentially the ratio of output to input Gain settings affect how the MS Q decodes symbols and captures images Automatic Gain Control AGC AGC Selection Use Decoder AGC hui AGC Frame Adjust Court Use Decoder AGC Minimum Exposure Maximum Exposure Minimum Sain Maximum ain Gain Break Point AGC Selection AGC Selection Use Decoder AGC ei oe Decoder AGC Use Imager AGC The MS Q has
126. ive Two Way d M139 02 Continuous Read Far Field Only MO71_01 Clear All Data Appendices M124 0 Bluetooth Radio Time Out 30 Minutes M128 01 RF One Way Mode Max Reliability M132 01 RS 232 Two Way Mode M136 01 Cable Active Sleep Time Out Cabled 2 Hours G M140 02 Continuous Read Near Field Only M052 01 A 13 Configuration Symbols M141 03 Continuous Read Off M145 01 Continuous Read Sleep Time Out Uncabled 5 Minutes M149 0 LEDs for Non Standard Inks Off a a n r M153_01 Imager ID and Firmware M157_03 Handle Trigger Near and Far Fields M188 02 A 14 M142 01 Continuous Read Trigger Delays 0 Seconds M146 01 Continuous Read Sleep Time Out Uncabled 15 Minutes M150 0 LEDs for Non Standard Inks On M154 04 Handle Trigger Take Picture Default M143 01 Continuous Read Trigger Delays 1 Second M147 01 Continuous Read Sleep Time Out Uncabled 30 Minutes MISI 01 Long Decode Time MI55 03 Handle Trigger Far Field Only to PS 2 M071 01 M144 01 Continuous Read Trigger Delays 3 Seconds M148 01 Extra Long Decode Time Double M152 01 Normal Decode Time M156 03 Handle Trigger Near Field Only M160_04 Postamble Comma MOS2_01 MS Q Imager User s Manual M162 01 M163 01 Miel 04 Postamb
127. l ASCII On Code 39 Enable Checksum M188 02 A 18 M222 0 Continuous Read Duplicate Read Delay 0 Seconds M226 0 Enable AIM ID Preamble M230 0 Batch Enabled M238 01 Enable Checksum and Strip from Result Default to PS 2 M223 0 Continuous Read Duplicate Read Delay 1 Second M227 01 RS 232 Downloader 57600 Baud Rate M231 01 Batch Disabled Code 39 On M071 01 M224 01 Continuous Read Duplicate Read Delay 3 Seconds iti i ET dt and M228 01 RS 232 Downloader 115200 Baud Rate ou M232 01 Code 39 Extended Full ASCII Off M236 01 Code 39 Disable Checksum MOS2_01 MS Q Imager User s Manual M241 01 Data Matrix Rectangle Off M245 02 Interleaved 2 of 5 Two Digits Off M249 01 Disable Interleaved 2 of 5 Checksum M253 01 Postal Symbologies Japan Post On M257 0 Postal Symbologies Postnet On M188 02 MS Q Imager User s Manual Data Matrix Rectangle O M246 0 Interleaved 2 of 5 Two Digits On M250 01 Enable Interleaved 2 of 5 Checksum M254 01 Postal Symbologies M258 Oo Postal Symbologies Royal Mail On Default to PS 2 IE M243 01 Interleaved 2 of 5 Off M247 01 Interleaved 2 of 5 Four Digits Off Zi M251 01 Enable Interleaved 2 of 5 Checksum and Strip from Result M255 01 Postal Symbologies Postnet and Planet On M259 01 Pos
128. le Enter Preamble Erase None Postamble Erase None Postamble Tab USB Keyboard Mode M166 01 Preamble Tab USB Keyboard Mode MI71 01 Postamble CRLF Serial Mode M169 04 Postamble Line Feed Serial Mode Custom Keyboard M173 01 M174 0 MI175 01 Control LEDs Separately False Control LEDs Universal Keyboard Separately True Mapping MI77 01 M178 01 M179 0 Left Button Near Field Only Left Button Take Picture Left Button Near and Far Fields Ms Default to PS 2 LI MIO 03 MO071 01 M188 02 MS Q Imager User s Manual Clea All Data Appendices M164 02 Preamble Space MI68 04 Postamble Carriage Return Serial Mode MI72 01 US Keyboard Mapping with Leading 0 in Alt Num MI176 01 Left Button Far Field Only r M052 01 A 15 Configuration Symbols Mirroring Off MI85 01 Right Button Near and Far Fields M1839 0 Set Targeting Zone Tolerances 50 MI93 0 Set Targeting Zone Tolerances 150 M182 01 Mirroring On M186 01 Right Button Take Picture M190 0 Set Targeting Zone Tolerances 75 M194 0 Set Targeting Zone Tolerances 400 M198 02 M183 01 Right Button Far Field Only MI9 0 Set Targeting Zone Tolerances 100 M195 0 Set Targeting Zone Tolerances 200 MI99 02 M184 01 Right Button Near Field Only Save Settings MIG2 0
129. le Aztec Symbol Note Aztec is available only in Standard Mode Ms Default Clear Wis Save bh Settings Bez to PS 2 All Data E L M188 02 Mineo M M071_01 MS Q Imager User s Manual Symbologies M052 01 Clear XML Rules 5 3 Codabar Codabar Read the following symbols to enable disable Codabar settings Codabar On Default Codabar Off s M275 01 M274 01 Codabar by ESP Cadabar Enabled Checksum Enabled and strip fram result ESP allows you enable a checksum or to enable a check sum and remove it Enabled and strip from result from the decode result Sample Codabar Symbol Note Codabar is available only in Standard Mode Clear All Data Lt MOOD 03 1107 0 l VW Default S i to PS 2 M188 02 M052 01 5 4 MS Q Imager User s Manual Symbologies Codablock F Read the following symbols to enable disable Codablock F settings Codablock F On Codablock F Off Default a M277_01 M276 01 Codablock by ESP Note ESP offers Codablock A in addition to Codablock F Codablack 4 Disabled Codablack F Disabled Disabled Important When Codablock F and Code 128 are both enabled there is some risks of mistakenly decoding a damaged Codablock F symbol as a Code 128 symbol Therefore whenever possible Code 128 should be disabled when Codablock F is enabled Sample Codablock
130. liability is lower M127 01 RF One Way Mode Maximum Reliability e The Maximum Reliability setting optimizes the imager for greater reliability but the radio range is lower M128 01 Always read the Save Settings symbol after changing connectivity options Default RF M684 01 Y Default T Clear K Clear 7 Y to PS 2 e All Data XML E MO071 01 Mos 01 Rules M188 02 4 10 MS Q Imager User s Manual Communications Bluetooth Access When the default Private Access is enabled only one active and connected imager will be able to send data An imager remains active if it is connected and has not reached the timeout period set in Sleep Mode Timeout If it enters Sleep Mode any other imager enabled for Private Access can become active and maintain exclusive access as long as it remains active itself When Shared Access is enabled an imager will disconnect from the host after a successful data transmission and re connect only when it has new data to send and the host port is available In this mode any imager can send data but since an imager must identify itself each time it connects a few seconds of latency will necessarily occur before each transmission This does not prevent the imager from reading and decoding while awaiting access All imagers must have Shared Access enabled before this mode can function in any of the imagers individually Auto Connect should also be enabled otherwise i
131. licability of any ROHS legislation or regulations based on their individual use of the product X MS Q Imager User s Manual Introduction Warning and Caution Summary A warning label see above is located on the underside of the MS Q near the battery locking mechanism CAUTION CLASS 3R LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AVOID DIRECT EYE EXPOSURE Microscan voids product warranty if the hard case has been opened or tampered with in any way Opening the case may put the user at risk of laser radiation exposure Class 3H A second warning label see above is placed within the casing structure CAUTION Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure In addition a CB Test Certificate has been issued by the National Certification Board NCB indicating that the MS Q meets all safety and quality standards in accordance with IEC 60950 1 2001 First Edition MS Q Imager User s Manual xi Warning and Caution Summary Xii MS Q Imager User s Manual ee Quick Start Contents Check Required Hardware nennen nennen nnns nn nar n nnns nnns sss nnn n naar nnn 1 2 Assemble the ne teet iR 1 3 USB al Col ROUTE THE 1 6 POLIN Ee 1 7 Bei Ma Ie EE 1 8 STE tele ua MLE MACE EE 1 9 Baten Battery Mile EE DELETE 1 10 Install ES cape suoi imu uu ee N LLLI EIL A M LE 1 11 SEO lee mee CE 1 12 Select Protocol and Connect 1o lmager u 1 13 This secti
132. low resolution in near field only spends 375 mS attempting to decode the symbol region of interest that extends somewhat beyond the symbol C3 Reads high density symbols only at low resolution in near field only spends 250 mS attempting to decode the symbol small region of interest limited to the symbol and its quiet zone Rev 5 hardware and earlier only Low Density Symbols Far Field D1 Reads low density symbols only at high resolution in far field only spends 375 mS attempting to decode the symbol large region of interest that extends beyond the symbol D2 Reads low density symbols only at medium resolution in far field only spends 375 mS attempting to decode the symbol region of interest that extends somewhat beyond the symbol D3 Reads low density symbols only at low resolution in far field only spends 250 mS attempting to decode the symbol small region of interest limited to the symbol and its quiet zone Rev 5 hardware and earlier only Use C1 if you are reading small or medium high density symbols and you need reliable and moderately fast decodes Use C2 if you are reading small or medium high density symbols and you are more concerned with decode speed than decode reliability Use C3 if you are reading small or medium high density symbols and you are most concerned with obtaining fast decodes Use D1 if you are reading medium or large low density
133. lt Clear K Clear All Data XML r Rules M052 01 M071 01 5 19 Pharmacode Pharmacode Read the following symbols to configure Pharmacode settings Pharmacode On No Color Standard Rules Horizontal Decode Normal Direction M409 0 Pharmacode On Color Relaxed Contrast Horizontal Decode Normal Direction M410 0 Pharmacode On No Color Standard Rules Vertical Decode Normal Direction M411 DI Pharmacode On Color Relaxed Contrast Vertical Decode Normal Direction vi M412 01 Pharmacode On No Color Standard Rules Horizontal Decode Reverse Direction mit M413 01 M Default Y to PS 2 hi Save mu Settings M188 02 5 20 T Clear All Data E M071 01 MOS2_01 MS Q Imager User s Manual Pharmacode cont Pharmacode On Color Relaxed Contrast Horizontal Decode Reverse Direction M414 01 Pharmacode On No Color Standard Rules Vertical Decode Reverse Direction M415 01 Pharmacode On Color Relaxed Contrast Vertical Decode Reverse Direction M416 01 Pharmacode Off Default MAUS 01 Pharmacode by ESP Disabled ZEPharmacade Minimum and Maximum Bars Minimum Value Enabled no color bars std rules horz normal Maximum value Enabled color bars relaxed rules horiz normal Enabled no color bars std rules Vert normal Enabled color bars relaxed rules Vert normal Enabled no color bars std rules h
134. ly applicable to MS Q configurations using the original H1 handle and original lithium ion battery Occasionally it may become necessary to reset your imager to its factory default configuration If your imager is locked or is failing to read perform the following steps 1 Remove the imager from the H1 handle 2 Disengage the USB or RS 232 cable from the bottom of the H1 handle E Important Do not pull directly on the cable grasp and pull on the connector housing to release the locking mechanism and disengage Note If you are using a battery blank you do NOT need to remove it when performing a hardware default Continued on next page A 58 MS Q Imager User s Manual Appendices 4 Press and hold down the left and right top buttons while reinserting and locking the battery Ri Uu A 5 Reinsert the imager in the handle attachment s cradle aligning the cradle with the grooves along the sides of the main unit Be sure that the handle s 8 pin mini DIN connector inserts completely into the back of the imager 6 Press and hold down the imager s left and right top buttons while reinserting the cable into the bottom of the handle attachment d Important For the default process to work correctly you must release both buttons as soon as the left indicator LED switches off 7 When the cable is fully inserted the imager w
135. m 9600 baud Modem 19200 baud MS Q Imager User s Manual M501 01 M502 01 M503 01 M504 01 M505 01 M506 01 M507 01 M508 01 M509 01 M510 01 M511 01 M512 01 M513 01 M514 01 M515 01 M516 01 M517 01 M518 01 M519 01 M520 01 M521 01 M522 01 M523 01 M524 01 M525 01 M526 01 M527 01 M528 01 M529 01 M530 01 M531 01 M532 01 M533 01 M534 01 M535 01 M536 01 M537 01 M538 01 M539 01 M540 01 Modem 19200 baud Modem 19200 baud Modem 19200 baud Modem 19200 baud Modem 19200 baud Modem 19200 baud Modem 19200 baud Modem 19200 baud Modem 19200 baud Modem 19200 baud Modem 19200 baud Modem 19200 baud Modem 19200 baud Modem 19200 baud Modem 19200 baud Modem 19200 baud Modem 38400 baud Modem 38400 baud Modem 38400 baud Modem 38400 baud Modem 38400 baud Modem 38400 baud Modem 38400 baud Modem 38400 baud Modem 38400 baud Modem 38400 baud Modem 38400 baud Modem 38400 baud Modem 38400 baud Modem 38400 baud Modem 38400 baud Modem 38400 baud Modem 38400 baud Modem 57600 baud Modem 57600 baud Modem 57600 baud Modem 57600 baud Modem 57600 baud Modem 57600 baud Modem 57600 baud MS Q Imager User s Manual Appendices A 53 M541 01 M542 01 M543 01 M544 01 MAD 01 M546 01 M547 01 M548 01 M549 01 M550 01 M551 01 M552 01 M553 01 M554_01 M555 01 M556 01 M557 01 M558 01 M559 01 M560 01 M561 01 M562 01 M563 01 Mb564 01
136. mage Capture 1280 x 1024 M052 01 MS Q Imager User s Manual M608 01 Duplicate Read Delay 300 Seconds x M659 01 AGC Enable Version O Legacy M670 01 Trioptic Code 39 Off M674 01 Matrix 2 of 5 Off M687 03 Enable Micro QR Code Standard and Inverse Enable Micro QR Code M667 01 Enable QR Code and Micro QR Code Er M671 01 Trioptic Code 39 On Matrix 2 of 5 On Boot Mode KS Show Bluetooth Access in Modem M668 01 USB Virtual COM Port One Way Mode M672 01 NEC 2 of 5 Off M684 01 HF Factory Defaults M693 01 PS 2 Interscan Delay 5 mS Appendices M658 01 AGC Enable Version 1 M669 01 USB Virtual COM Port Two Way Mode M673 01 NEC 2 of 5 On M685 01 Interleaved 2 of 5 with Control Character Stripped from Result M694 01 PS 2 Interscan Delay 1 Clear All Data Wi Default e to PS 2 MOS 03 Mk 03 MO071 01 MO052 01 M188 02 MS Q Imager User s Manual A 37 Configuration Symbols PS 2 Interscan Delay 100 mS M704 01 Disable Bluetooth Connection While Charging M7OS 01 USB Bluetooth Mode Weil Enable Background Enable Data Matrix Improvements M188 02 A 38 MIO 03 M696 01 Clear All JavaScript Files M705 01 Enable Bluetooth Connection While Charging M710 02 Lockout Link Mode Disable Background Capture M745 01 Disable Data Matrix Improvements M70
137. mage sensor The new hardware is referred to in this documentation as Rev 6 Imagers with Rev 6 hardware are clearly identified on the label inside the battery bay MICROSCAN FIS 61XX XXXXG _ SN 1234567 Y EID 1234567890 gt CC ID QQ6 CR201 KS Designed in USA Assembled in Thailand About This Manual This manual provides complete information on setting up installing and configuring the MS Q Imager The chapters are presented in the order in which the imager would be assembled configured and optimized Highlighting Cross references and web addresses are highlighted in blue bold References to ESP its toolbar headings Communications Symbologies IC Parameters etc and menu headings are highlighted in Bold Initial Caps MS Q Imager User s Manual Vii Product Labels Product Labels The following labels are located on the MS Q Quadrus Imager Top Bottom A z O o A 2 N 123456 EID 1234567890 FCC ID QQ6 CR201 VK Designed in USA Assembled in Thailand Inside Battery Bay The following labels are located on the MS Q Basic Imager Top Bottom NVDSOYIIN Designed in USA Assembled in Thailand Inside Battery Bay vili MS Q Imager User s Manual Introduction Statement of Agency Compliance FC The MS Q has been tested for compliance with FCC regulations and was found to be compliant with all applicable FCC Rules and Regulations IMPOR
138. mble the Imager To assemble the MS Q Imager with Battery Handle 1 Insert the tab on the back of the battery handle into the imager s recessed slot at the base of the battery bay Tab 2 Snap the imager onto the battery handle over the battery Be sure that the underside of the imager is latched at the front of the handle Latch Screws 1 4 MS Q Imager User s Manual Quick Start To assemble the MS Q Imager with Original Handle H1 1 Slide the imager into the handle s cradle Be sure the tabs fit into the grooves along the sides of the imager and that the handle s 8 pin DIN connector inserts completely into the back of the unit 2 Plug the USB PS 2 or RS 232 cable into the bottom of the handle Plug the other end of the cable into the appropriate port on your host computer Grasp the connection housing and pull to remove Do not pull directly on the cable MS Q Imager User s Manual 1 5 USB Interface USB Interface Note The USB interface draws its power from the host computer USB Configuration Wem Deseription PatNumber Rev 5 Hardware Rev 6 Hardware MS Q I Quaarus FIS 6100 0030G Quadrus FIS 6100 0047G SSES 0035G 0046G 0051G 0053G Basic FIS 6150 0020G Basic FIS 6150 0028G 2 USB Cable Included Installation Steps for USB 1 Connect the USB ca
139. mbol below PS 2 Mode M126 01 PS 2 Configuration This connection protocol provides power to the MS Q and when attached will allow data input from both the MS Q and the keyboard 6 Read the Save Settings symbol at the bottom of this page You are now ready to send data to the host Important The MS Q must be connected to the keyboard for the imager and the keyboard to function in PS 2 Mode Mex Default E Clear Clear to PS 2 All Data XML e p r Rules MI88 02 Mo60 03 M071 01 M052 01 MS Q Imager User s Manual 1 7 RS 232 Interface RS 232 Interface Note Unlike USB and PS 2 the RS 232 interface does not draw its power from the host computer RS 232 Configuration tem Description Pari Number Quadrus FIS 6100 XXXXG Basic FIS 6150 XXXXG MS Q Imager Note For the RS 232 option order any MS Q FIS plus the RS 232 kit listed below RS 232 Kit includes 98 000074 04 U S 05 Europe 06 UK 2 RS 232 Cable 3 Power Supply Installation Steps for RS 232 1 Power off the host computer 2 Connect the 8 pin mini DIN on the cable 2 to the MS Q 1 u 3 Connect the 9 pin D sub connector to RK the host computer s serial port ul A l ammum 4 Connect the cable to the power supply 5 Plug in the power supply 3 and power on the host computer 6 Start up a terminal program such as ESP s Terminal view or HyperTerminal and set to 57 6K baud 8 data bits n
140. mp Value 83000 M373 01 Set Time Stamp Value 203000 M377 0 Set Time Stamp Value 223000 M381 01 Preamble STX Default Y to PS 2 M052 01 M071 01 M188 02 M49 o Me 03 MS Q Imager User s Manual A 25 Configuration Symbols T SSH P TT M382 01 Postamble ETX M383 01 Default to USB with LEDs and Active BT M386 01 M387 01 Image Uploader Uncompressed Image BMP Image Uploader Far Field M390 0 M39 o Code 39 Narrow Margin Code 128 Narrow Margin Enable Disable M394 0 M395 0 Code 11 Enable Two Checksum Digits Checked Code 11 One Checksum Digit Checked M398 0 M399 01 Disable Code 128 Narrow Enable Code 128 Narrow M188 02 A 26 Default M384 01 Default to PS 2 with LEDs and Active BT M388 01 Image Uploader Near Field M392 o Code 128 Narrow Margin Enable M396 0 Code 11 Two Checksum Digits Checked and Stripped from Result M400 0 Disable Code 39 Narrow Margin i to PS 2 M071 01 M385 01 Image Uploader Compressed Image JPEG M389 0 Code 39 Narrow Margin Disable M393 0 Code 11 Disable M397 0 Code 11 One Checksum Digit Checked and Stripped from Result M401 01 Enable Code 39 Narrow M052 01 MS Q Imager User s Manual Appendices M406 02 M402 01 M404 1 E M405 02 Erase Preamble and Translate CRLF into Enter Erase Preamble Only Erase Postamble Only P
141. municate with ESP USB Connect USB Mode RS 232 Connect RS 232 Mode 2 4 MS Q Imager User s Manual Menu Toolbar File New Whenever New is selected from the File menu the default configuration of ESP is loaded Mew Open Save m ave When Save or Save As is selected the ESP configuration is saved to the host computer s hard drive and available whenever the same file is selected under Open Print When you save menu changes to your hard drive these changes are not saved to your imager The diagram below Import shows how settings can be saved and received between ESP Export and the imager and ESP and the host hard drive Save to Imager Receive Reader Settings Import Export Using ESP Ctrl M Ctri o Ctrl S Ctrl F Import converts the ASCII settings from a text file to ESP configuration settings Export converts the active ESP configuration settings to an ASCII text file MS Q Imager User s Manual 2 5 Menu Toolbar Model The Model menu allows you to select between reader models When you choose another model the current Ps connection with your present model will be terminated EEE ms o 1 Mew Model New Model To connect to another model select New Model choose the model you want and click OK All models you have selected and enabled will continue to appear in the dropdown model menu The New Model option is repeated when y
142. n also be installed from the Download Center at www microscan com ESP System Requirements e 166 MHz Pentium processor recommended e Windows Vista XP or 2000 operating system e Internet Explorer 5 0 or higher e 64 MB minimum RAM e 40 MB minimum disk space Important The imager must be in one of the modes below to communicate with ESP Kl USB kt Connect L USB Mode RS 232 Fir t RS 232 Mode MS Q Imager User s Manual 1 11 Select Model Select Model When you start ESP the following menu will appear Select a Model Current Legacy Seege Quadrus EZ a Quadrus MINI Sirio MINI Velocity seer TW MS 830 Qx 870 Qx 830 uer MS ae MS Coden Quadrus Verifier MG Description MS Q Iv Show this dialog at startup Skip EZ Mode Cancel If you need to select another model later click Switch Model at the top of the screen yy Swibch Model 1 Click the MS Q button and then click OK If you do not want to make this selection every time you start ESP uncheck Show this dialog at startup 2 Select the default reader name MS Q 1 or type a name of your choice in the Description text field and click OK 3 Click Yes when this dialog appears 2 Would you like to connect to the MS Q7 No MS Q Imager User s Manual Quick Start Select Protocol and Connect to Imager RS 232 In the Select Protocol dialog box select the communications pro
143. n select Pause to interrupt the capture flow or Stop to end the flow and open the file e Save Current Text saves all text in the terminal window to a text file of your choice Find Next locates the next instance of the specified data string in the terminal This function can also be activated by pressing F3 Find Previous locates the most recently occurring instance of the specified data string in the terminal Keyboard Macros brings up the Function Keys dialog which allows you to create customized macro functions Terminal Dropdown Menu 8 8 MS Q Imager User s Manual eee 9 Utilities Contents Ia E Te HDO esse RET Pm 9 2 PSIG eeler de BEE 9 3 Dinerences from BI E E Tm T m 9 4 IRIS ERE T 9 5 1 2 010 MN RS QUI EO TT mn 9 7 VEN Meter KEE 9 8 This chapter explains ESP s Utilities features These include Image Upload which allows you to capture images using the MS Q Device Control an interface that lets you perform major operations with one click Differences from Default which shows all currently enabled MS Q settings that are not default settings Firmware where you can update your imager s firmware Bluetooth which can produce a Quick Connect symbol from alphanumeric text input and Advanced which allows you to collect batch files for customized imager configuration and optimization MS Q Imager User s Manual 9 1 Image Upload Image Upload ESP s Image Upload feature allows you to collect
144. nces Firmware Bluetooth Advanced Firmware Update p Select a file type to download Start Batch File Update ge a file to download Start Use this dropdown menu to TER locate batch files in the host The Firmware Verification tool computer s file directory sends a direct query to the imager Download the needed files for its Application Code Version directly to the imager by Firmware Version Boot Code clicking the Start button Version and Radio Version Firmware M erficatian Y Firmware version Boot Version Radio Version MS Q Imager User s Manual 9 5 Firmware Imager ID Another way to query the imager for its identifying information is by reading the following symbol t Imager ID MI53 01 The host s text program will output a data string containing the imager s identifying information in the following format App code software part number Internal ID Boot code version Serial number E Xap i2300230006000010006664A0235 616001 16 Firmware version Radio version Bluetooth A indicates that running firmware is the application B if bootloader 02 is an internal ID Clear Default All Data hl Save Settings to PS 2 M071 01 M052 01 M188 02 9 6 MS Q Imager User s Manu
145. ndle Trigger Optimization Important VGA Fast Processing is only supported in Rev 5 hardware and earlier High and Low Density Symbols High Density Symbols Low Density Symbols Near and Far Field Near Field Far Field Region of tr Interest LLLI k MOIS 0I Fast Processing VGA Mode MOL D B1 MOIS 01 MOI6 01 an E E MO020 01 Mo 01 uL MOIS 01 MO21 01 M024 01 Handle Trigger Programming Both Fields Default Wir Ch MI57 03 Far Field Only Wb vi MI55 03 Disable Handle Trigger MS Q Imager User s Manual Near Field Only WK M156 03 Handle Trigger Take Picture a a M154 04 Trigger Optimization Left Button Optimization Important VGA Fast Processing is only supported in Rev 5 hardware and earlier High and Low Density Symbols High Density Symbols Low Density Symbols Near and Far Field Near Field Far Field T LE i any MS 0I AMOZS 01 MOJI 0l MO34 01 a B HD M Oz6 Ol Mo29 01 MO32 01 MO35 01 Region of Interest Fast Ch Processing VGA Mode MO30 01 e M033 01 MO36 01 Left Button Programming Both Fields Default Near Field Only MI178 01 ES Far Field Only Left Button Take Picture w M176 01 M179 0 Disable Left Button Enable Left Button Mode Switching Quadrus Only Standard Q011 01 7 10 TU MS Q Imager User s Manual Advanced Operations Right Button
146. nennen nennen nnns 4 3 USB Interfa6 EE 4 4 PS2 INI EET ETT 4 5 19 232 INC a EE 4 6 SIS tele un lte 4 8 mice gai ME MEER NR UP 4 16 By NMOS EE 4 20 ROSTADE MP cC CETERO ee 4 21 Preamble and Postamble by EP 4 22 Keyboard Mapping EE 4 23 text Commands sarod nA NAN 4 24 Tite Stati E 4 25 Other Communications Settings in ESP 4 26 Chapter 5 oymbologies Sytrbologies EE 5 2 iv MS Q Imager User s Manual Introduction EE MT nce sins EE 5 9 Codaba see E een 5 4 Giele ee e 5 5 Code RT rm 5 6 BO DI 5 7 Soo o CER 5 9 Sou TT 5 10 COMPOSE EE 5 11 Red E 5 12 Interleaved 2 of EEN 5 13 VIS EIS ie EE 5 14 MAX ORS EE 5 15 lle eer E DFA n p tern een ee 5 16 NIE EE 5 17 Klek m C 5 18 eap 5 19 Pharmacoder 2 4 5 20 Bees Le lee ee ee 5 22 ege RT 5 24 D taBar SYMDOIOGICS wai cei ui apu bdo tUa ta Eam m ees aeuo eges 5 25 URGIEAN Mp EN 5 26 Symbolody Idepullgt iis aceite ee 5 27 Chapter 6 UO Parameters Parameters DV ESP E 6 2 BEE e ccc aa ac ae a eee E ae 6 3 TVET aa i ays ts g ase ce PE 6 4 MS Q Operational Feedback 6 5 Trigger and Button Programming nennen nnnnnnnn nennen 6 6 Beep and Vibrate Settings ccccccccccecseeseeseseeeeeeeeeeeseeseueeeesseeeeeeeeeess 6 8 Automatic Gain Control AGC esses 6 9 EigbitEiay Te 6 11 Chapter 7 Advanced Operations DUIFOD
147. nfigure your imager accordingly Whenever you default the imager it will return to the default settings of whichever interface you are using Defaulting the imager does not remove preamble and postamble formatting Note You must use USB Connect Mode or RS 232 Connect Mode to connect to ESP Once the imager is connected to ESP you can select your communications mode and set other communication parameters Communications Mode USE Keyboard Reader Packet Format DG A3 AT Keyboard Reader to Host Packet Size H5232 Serial Expect Host Response Reader Send Retry Count HF Bluetooth USE Native HID USB With USB communications the imager connects directly to the host s USB port from which it draws its power Data is displayed by any open Windows based program that can capture text in USB Keyboard Mode PS 2 With PS 2 communications the imager connects directly to the host s keyboard port from which it draws its power Data is displayed by any open Windows based program that can capture text in PS 2 Keyboard Mode RS 232 With RS 232 communications the imager communicates with the host through a communications program such as HyperTerminal Default settings for establishing RS 232 communications are Baud 57 6K Parity None Stop Bits Two Data Bits Eight Flow Control None Bluetooth The Bluetooth version of the imager includes an internal Bluetooth wireless radio The radio allows f
148. ngs Unlocked Except Imager ID M433 01 Modem 1200 Baud M437 01 Modem 1200 Baud MAAT 01 Modem 1200 Baud M425 01 USB Use Out Endpoint M429 01 Settings Locked M434 01 Modem 1200 Baud M438 01 Modem 1200 Baud M442 01 Modem 1200 Baud M426 0 USB Do Not Use Out Endpoint M430 01 Reboot Imager M435 01 Modem 1200 Baud Modem 1200 Baud M443 01 Modem 1200 Baud Default t to PS 2 M188 02 REN MO071 0 MOS2_01 A 28 MS Q Imager User s Manual M444 01 Modem 1200 Baud M452 01 Modem 2400 Baud M456 01 Modem 2400 Baud M460 0 Modem 2400 Baud MAAS 01 Modem 1200 Baud M449 0 Modem 2400 Baud M453 01 Modem 2400 Baud M457 01 Modem 2400 Baud M461 01 Modem 2400 Baud M446 01 Modem 1200 Baud M450 0 Modem 2400 Baud M454 01 Modem 2400 Baud M458 0 Modem 2400 Baud M462 01 Modem 2400 Baud Appendices M455 01 Modem 2400 Baud M459 0 Modem 2400 Baud M463 01 Modem 2400 Baud Default to PS 2 r M071 01 M052 01 Ai 03 M188 02 MS Q Imager User s Manual A 29 Configuration Symbols SS M464 01 Modem 2400 Baud P M468 0 Modem 4800 Baud u M472 01 Modem 4800 Baud ae M476 01 Modem 4800 Baud M480 0 Modem 4800 Baud M465 01 Modem 2400 Bau
149. of the decoding algorithm relating to contrast symbology construct error detection forward error correction if applicable and other symbology specific characteristics The Index is a score on a scale of 1 very poor to 100 very readable Due to the effects of motion skew reflection focus and ambient light the Readability Index on the same symbol may vary somewhat from read to read However a poor contrast or damaged symbol will score lower than a high contrast undamaged symbol The Index can be used as a quick check on the reliability of label generation or marking systems When used in conjunction with a stand and constant ambient light the Index provides a symbol quality assurance tool and check point for feedback to an overall symbol or marking quality control system The Symbol Readability Index is enabled by reading an XML rule into imager memory Enable Symbol Readability Index L Be a M O61 02 The imager will store this XML rule and reset but will not output a Readability Index value until the Enable Readability Index Output symbol is read When output is enabled a oymbol Readability Index value will be added to all decoded data output Example 100 symbol readability 1234567890 symbol data The imager will output the Symbol Readability Index for every decode until the feature is disabled Enable Readability Index Output Disable Readability Index Output MO062 02 MO063 02 Y Default T Clear K Cl
150. on is designed to get your MS Q Imager up and running quickly so you can get a sense of its capabilities and test sample symbols Detailed setup information for configuring the imager for your specific application can be obtained in the subsequent sections Your interface type will determine how data is received by your host When sending data by USB or PS 2 you must open a text editor in your host computer When sending data serially you must use a terminal program such as HyperTerminal or ESP s Terminal view RS 232 only MS Q Imager User s Manual 1 1 Check Hequired Hardware Check Required Hardware Parts List for MS Q Imagers with Cabled Handle H2 One MS Q Imager One H2 Handle One 6 ft USB cable Quadrus models only Note PS 2 and RS 232 cables are optional and must be purchased separately One Cable Clamp Two 2 56 x 5 16 screws hex head 1 5 inch pounds for Cable Clamp Two 2 56 x 3 16 screws hex head 1 5 inch pounds for securing underside of imager body to H2 Handle Two 2 56 x 3 16 screws hex head 1 0 inch pounds for flexible 8 pin DIN connector at back of handle Parts List for MS Q Imagers with 1950 mAH Battery Handle BH1 Rev 5 and earlier only One MS Q Imager One BH1 Handle One 6 ft USB cable Quadrus models only Note PS 2 and RS 232 cables are optional and must be purchased separately One Cable Clamp Two 2 56 x 5 16 screws hex head 1 5 inch pounds for Cable Clamp Two 2 56
151. one parity 2 stop bits and none k d hardware 7 Read the RS 232 Default Settings RS 232 Configuration Mode symbol below To host RS 232 Default Settings Mode MS101 01 8 Read the Save Settings symbol at the bottom of this page You are now ready to send data to the host Wiz Default 7 Clear K Clear to PS 2 All Data XML e r r Rules MI88 02 CE M071 01 M052 01 1 8 MS Q Imager User s Manual Quick Start Bluetooth Interface Note The USB interface draws its power from the host computer Note The Microscan Bluetooth modem defaults to a USB keyboard interface and data is displayed as if input from a keyboard 0026G 0027G 98 000076 10 Bluetooth Configuration tem Description PatNumber O O o o USB Bluetooth Modem Default option Rev 5 Hardware Rev 6 Hardware Quadrus FIS 6100 0033G 0034G MS Q Imager 0038G 0039G 0042G 0043G Quaarus FIS 6100 0050G 0054G 3 USB Cable Included with kit 0044G 0045G Basic FIS 6150 0031G Basic FIS 6150 0023G 0024G Note RS 232 options also available 98 000076 07 08 09 installation Steps for Bluetooth 1 Connect the USB cable 3 from the host computer to the Bluetooth Modem 2 You DO NOT need to power off your host computer I 2 Open any program in the host computer that can receive and display keyboard data 3 Read the symbol on the Bluetooth modem s top label 2 I
152. onnect symbol un in a Primary Secondary Bluetooth connection the imager may l not appear disconnected for 10 to 15 seconds after the command Disconnect is sent The imager will also disconnect go into Sleep Mode after a period of inactivity see Sleep Mode Timeout on page 4 12 M114 02 Auto Connect After coming out of Sleep Mode or after powering on the imager tries to auto connect with the last host modem it had been connected with If Auto Connect is enabled the imager will connect to the host whenever it has data and the imager is idle but not asleep Auto Connect Default Disable Auto Connect ex This allows connected E An imager that reads this symbol imagers to send data will not connect to the modem until whenever it is read re programmed to do so MOSES 0 MO67 Gl Important One Way Mode is not supported by the Microscan Bluetooth modem One Way Mode s supported by most other Bluetooth modems Belkin for example MS Q Imager User s Manual 4 9 Bluetooth Interface One Way Mode Options One Way Mode is only recommended when connecting to a device well within the imager s specified range or when connecting to a device without an operating system a printer for example RF One Way Mode Maximum Range M 7 E This mode is the standard way of transferring unformatted unpacketized data by radio frequency The Maximum Range setting optimizes the imager for greater range but data re
153. or Standard Rules Vert Decode Normal Direction Enable Pharmacode Color Relaxed Contrast Vert Decode Normal Direction Enable Pharmacode No Color Standard Rules Horiz Decode Reverse Direction Enable Pharmacode Color Relaxed Contrast Horiz Decode Reverse Direction Enable Pharmacode No Color Standard Rules Vert Decode Reverse Direction Enable Pharmacode Color Relaxed Contrast Vert Decode Reverse Direction RS 232 Suppress Imager Responses Default to RS 232 Factory Settings RS 232 Enable Imager Responses MS Q Imager User s Manual Appendices M420 01 Replace All with for PDF417 M421 01 Set Top Buttons to Toggle Continuous Trigger On and Off M422 01 RF Attempt to Connect Timeout Default 30 sec M423 01 RF Attempt to Connect Timeout 15 sec M424 01 USB Detect Out Endpoint M425 01 USB Use Out Endpoint M426 01 USB Do Not Use Out Endpoint M427 01 RF Timeout 6 hours M428 01 Unlock Settings Except Imager ID M429 01 Lock Settings M430_01 Reboot Imager M432 01 Modem 1200 baud M433_01 Modem 1200 baud M434 01 Modem 1200 baud M435 01 Modem 1200 baud M436_01 Modem 1200 baud M437_01 Modem 1200 baud M438 01 Modem 1200 baud M439 01 Modem 1200 baud M440 01 Modem 1200 baud M441 01 Modem 1200 baud M442 01 Modem 1200 baud M443 01 Modem 1200 baud M444 01 Modem 1200 baud M445 01 Modem 1200 baud M446 01 Modem 1200 baud M447 01 Modem 1200 baud M448 01 Modem 1200 baud
154. or other situations that involve hard to read symbols the MS Q can be paired with an accessory called LightRay Optics This accessory is easy to set up and easy to use LightRay Optics comes in two series the 100 and 200 series Important LightRay Optics can only be used with the original H1 MS Q handle LightRay Accessory Options em 3 PatNumbe LightRay 100 High Resolution FIS 0001 0031G LightRay 110 Standard Resolution FIS 0001 0032G Part Number LightRay 205 High Resolution FIS 0001 0033G LightRay 215 Standard Resolution FIS 0001 0034G MS Q 4 LightRay Kits LightRay 100 Series Rev 5 Hardware or Earlier Part Number MS Q Quadrus High Resolution USB PS 2 RS 232 LightRay 100 MS Q Quadrus High Resolution Batch Battery LightRay 100 MS Q Quadrus High Resolution Bluetooth LightRay 100 MS Q Quadrus Standard Resolution USB PS 2 RS 232 LightRay 110 MS Q Quadrus Standard Resolution Batch Battery LightRay 110 MS Q Quadrus Standard Resolution Bluetooth LightRay 110 LightRay 200 Series Rev 5 Hardware or Earlier MS Q Quadrus High Resolution USB PS 2 RS 232 LightRay 205 MS Q Quadrus High Resolution Batch Battery LightRay 205 MS Q Quadrus High Resolution Bluetooth LightRay 205 MS Q Quadrus Standard Resolution USB PS 2 RS 232 LightRay 215 MS Q Quadrus Standard Resolution Batch Battery LightRay 215 MS Q Quadrus Standard Resolution Bluetooth LightRay 215 LightRay 100 Series
155. or point to point wireless communication with other Bluetooth devices that support serial port protocol SPP Batch Battery The MS Q s Batch Mode is intended for applications that require a portable reader Scanned data is saved to the imager s non volatile memory and can then be transferred to a host MS Q Imager User s Manual 4 3 USB Interface USB Interface USB Keyboard is the default interface in which data is transferred to a Windows based text program as keyboard data See USB Interface on page 1 6 for detailed steps on setting up the USB Interface USB Keyboard Mode Data is entered as keyboard sequences You need to read this symbol whenever you are changing from a different interface to USB Wk M134 02 USB Downloader Mode This mode is the standard way of transferring unformatted unpacketized data to the imager through the USB port M133 01 USB Native Two Way Mode This mode is used when the user needs error corrected communication sien P between the MS Q and the host the USB port M135_04 USB Virtual COM Mode This mode allows an MS Q in a USB configuration to function as a virtual serial COM port This mode requires installation of a USB Virtual COM driver Contact your Microscan sales representative to request this driver as well as installation instructions M668 01 f Y Default Clear K Clear cb to PS 2 All Data XML d E Rules M188_02 IN M071 01 M052 01
156. orz reverse Enabled color bars relaxed rules horz reverse Enabled no color bars std rules Vert reverse Enabled color bars relaxed rules Vert reverse Note Pharmacode Is available only in Standard Mode MS Q Imager User s Manual Symbologies 5 21 Postal Symbologies Postal Symbologies Read the following symbols to enable disable Postal settings Japan Post On Australian Post On N in EI N m M253 01 KIX On Planet On M254 0 M256_01 Postnet On Postnet and Planet On T we M257 01 M255 0 Royal Mail On Disable All Postal Symbologies Default E M259 01 M258 0 u Y Default T Clear K Clear zx to PS 2 All Data XML E Me 03 MO071 01 MO052 01 Rules M188 02 5 22 MS Q Imager User s Manual Symbologies Postal Symbologies by ESP Posts c oi Australian Japan Es Planet Postnet Royal Sample Planet Symbol Mhhh hhh Sample Postnet Symbol Sample Royal Mail Symbol Note Postal symbologies are available only in Standard Mode wv Default e to PS 2 Clear K Clear All Data XML r 080 03 MO71 01 M052 01 Rules M188 02 MS Q Imager User s Manual 5 23 QH Code QR Code Read the following symbols to enable disable QR Code settings Standard QR Code On QR Code Off Default Inverse On i M260 01 M262 01 Inverse and Standard On All QR Code On Inverse and Micro QR On ut p 25 M263 01 M609 0
157. ostamble M409 0 M407 0 M410 0 M408 01 Enable Pharmacode No Default to Factory Color Standard Rules Enable Pharmacode Color Settings Save Horiz Decode Normal Relaxed Contrast Horiz Settings Reboot Disable Pharmacode Direction Decode Normal Direction M411 01 MAT 01 M413 0 M414 01 Enable Pharmacode No Enable Pharmacode No Enable Pharmacode Color Color Standard Rules Enable Pharmacode Color Color Standard Rules Vert Relaxed Contrast Vert Horiz Decode Reverse Relaxed Contrast Horiz Decode Normal Direction Decode Normal Direction Direction Decode Reverse Direction M415 Ql als l M417_01 Enable Pharmacode No Enable Pharmacode Color M418 02 Color Standard Rules Vert Relaxed Contrast Vert RS 232 Suppress Imager Default to RS 232 Factory Decode Reverse Direction Decode Reverse Direction Responses Settings 77 M419 01 M422 01 diac E dal HF Attempt to Connect RS 232 Enable Imager seme Top Buttons Toggle Contin Time Out Default 30 Responses Replace All with PDF417 Trigger On Off Seconds Default Clear Y to PS 2 M052 01 MISS 02 ida 03 MS Q Imager User s Manual A 27 Configuration Symbols M423 01 RF Attempt to Connect Time Out 15 Seconds M427 01 RF Time Out 6 Hours M432 01 Modem 1200 Baud I M436 01 Modem 1200 Baud M440 0 Modem 1200 Baud M424 01 USB Detect Out Endpoint M428 01 Setti
158. ou click the Switch Model button on the top row of icons Q Switch Model 2 6 MS Q Imager User s Manual Using ESP Options You can use the Options menu to save memos and set up ESP preferences Preferences will be saved and loaded into ESP the next time ESP is opened whether or not you save the ESP file to the host computer Preferences General Tab ESP Preferences General Terminal Bar Code Options Advanced On Startup Toolbar Style Reload Last File e Show Both Icon and Text M Show Model Prompt Only Show Icon Skip EZ Mode C Only Show Text iv Show Connect Prompt Receive After Connect Default Settings Cancel Reload Last File At startup reloads the last file saved to the computer Show Model Prompt At startup remembers the last connected model and displays it in the Connecting dialog whenever you attempt to connect Skip EZ Mode At startup skips EZ Mode and opens directly in App Mode Show Connect Prompt At startup displays the Would you like to connect prompt Receive After Connect At startup loads the imager s settings into ESP This is not recommended if you want to preserve your ESP settings for future use Show Both Icon and Text Default Sets the toolbar to display icons and names of all operations Only Show Icon Sets the toolbar to display only icons representing operations without text Only Show Text Sets the toolbar to display names of op
159. ou want to receive the imager s settings and save them as a file for later retrieval For example if your imager has settings that you do not want to change choosing Receive Reader Settings will allow you to load those settings to ESP and save them as an ESP file Receiving the imager s settings also assures that you will not subsequently save any unwanted configuration changes previously made in ESB Select this option if you want to upload the imager s settings to ESP For example if your ESP file has a number of custom settings that you want to maintain and download to the imager you will lose those ESP settings if you choose to receive settings from the imager Save to Reader Receive Reader Settings Send No Save This saves ESP settings to current memory Save bo Reader Default Current Menu Settings Default all ESP Settings Send and Save Advanced Options This activates all changes in current memory and saves to the imager 2 14 MS Q Imager User s Manual Default Using ESP When you select Default Current Menu Settings or Default all ESP Settings you are only defaulting settings in ESP The imager is not affected unless you download new settings Advanced Options Send Current View This is the same as Save to Reader Send No Save except that only the commands in the current menu tree are sent Send Current Command This is the same as Send Current View above but only saves the command that i
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161. phabetically see http www aimglobal org standards aimpubs asp for additional information MS Q Imager User s Manual Symbologies by ESP Symbologies by ESP To make changes to configuration settings in the Symbologies tree control 1 Left click on the Farameters Symbologies zD Symbologies Data Matrix Both Data Matrix Improvements Disabled Data Matrix Rectangular Enabled Data Matrix ECC O 140 Disabled OR Code Disabled Aztec Disabled Maxicode Disabled to expand the tree 2 Double click on the parameter and click once in the selection box to view options 3 Place your cursor in the selection box scroll down to the setting you want to change and click once on the setting Codablock A Disabled Codablock F Disabled PDF417 Enabled Handle PDF417 Invalid ShiFE Disabled Micra PDF417 Disabled Macro PDF417 Disabled H Composite Disabled Symbalogy Identifier Disabled Image Transform Standard 5 2 B 1D Symbologies Stacked Symbologies Mirrored Image Inverse 4 Left click again on the open screen to complete the selection 5 Right click on the open screen and select Save to Reader to implement the command in the imager MS Q Imager User s Manual Aztec Read the following symbols to enable disable Aztec settings Aztec On Aztec Off Default Ee M272 01 Aztec by ESP Disabled Samp
162. ply 98 000075 12 Kit Charging Bay for Battery Handle No Power Supply 98 000075 13 A 64 MS Q Imager User s Manual Appendices Appendix I MS Q Bluetooth Modem The MS Q Bluetooth Modem is an external modem designed to be connected to the host computer while using a Bluetooth enabled MS Q Imager The modem enables the imager to transmit captured and decoded data wirelessly to the host computer The modem can accommodate three different cable attachment types as shown below Bluetooth Modem USB RS 232 PS 2 with Cable Bluetooth Modem Installation with USB Cable Install Cable e Attach the USB cable to the Bluetooth Modem e Connect the USB connector to the host computer The modem s blue light will illuminate men connected Read Quick Connect Code Read the Quick Connect Code on the Bluetooth Modem s top label Note A Quick Connect Code can also be created in ESP s Utilities interface Establish Mode Read the USB Bluetooth Mode symbol below USB Bluetooth Mode M708 01 MS Q Imager User s Manual A 65 MS Q Bluetooth Modem Connecting with a Quick Connect Code All Cable Types Read the Quick Connect Code on the top label of the Bluetooth Modem using the MS Q Imager you intend to connect to the host computer The imager and host computer should connect within 60 seconds The MS Q will beep once and flash both LEDs GREEN as a confirmation If the MS Q
163. portant thing to consider is Bluetooth access You choose Private when you want to limit access to only one imager You choose Shared when you want more than one imager to have continuous access 4 8 MS Q Imager User s Manual Communications Connecting to the Bluetooth Modem via RS 232 RF Two Way is the mode used when communicating with the Bluetooth modem in RS 232 It is used when there is a need for bidirectional communication between the imager and an application by radio frequency i e Time Stamp Error Checking Shared Access etc The imager receives confirmation via packet protocol verification and is 100 reliable To connect to the Bluetooth modem 1 Read the RF Two Way Mode symbol at right kl Te 2 Read the Quick Connect Symbol located on the TOP of your connected Bluetooth modem to establish communications RF Two Way 3 Read the Save Settings symbol Sat Mode Bluetooth Communication Indicators Ci Memory LED 5 Battery LED Bluetooth Activity LEFT indicator R GHT indicator Sound STEE Flashes BLUE Solid GREEN None Bluetooth Connection Failed None None 4 beeps Bluetooth Connection Flashes BLUE every 15 Flashes Battery Status None Successful seconds every 15 seconds Sending Bluetooth Data Flashes Memory Status None None a When power is supplied via cable the LED will remain green whenever the imager is active Disconnect You may force disconnection by reading the Disc
164. r Messaging UII Enabled with Pass Through UII Enabled with Error Messaging and Pass Through Allows the imager to read only UII message streams encoded in ECC 200 Data Matrix symbols and to send the UII output to the host computer The imager will not read any other symbol data when Ull Only is enabled Allows the imager to read only UII message streams encoded in ECC 200 Data Matrix symbols and to send the UII output to the host computer In addition the imager will send an error message to the host if the Ull message stream is invalid Allows both Ull encoded symbols and non UII symbols to be decoded and sent to the host Allows the imager to decode UII symbols and non Ull symbols and to provide error messages if the Ull message stream is invalid UII Mode Settings The following symbols control UII functions Ull Only Enabled Q014 01 gc Q016 01 UII Enabled with Pass Through Settings MZ Save M188 02 10 4 Ull Only Enabled with F Error Messaging Kat T Q018 01 UII Enabled with Error UII Disabled Default Messaging and Pass Through Default Jh Clear Lm Clear SE to PS 2 All Data E XML reg M071 01 M052 01 MS Q Imager User s Manual Unique Item Identifiers UII Mode Settings by ESP Each of the UII Mode Settings can also be enabled in ESP s I O Parameters tree control or graphic interface Unique Item Identifier IT Enabled T Enabled Enabled with Er
165. r allows you to toggle easily between the specialized Quadrus Only Mode that is preferred for DPM Direct Part Marking or the more generalized Standard Mode As with the MS Q Basic in its default configuration the MS Q Quadrus s right button and handle aca ont also initiate reads however the a icato left button is used to toggle he Quadrus Only and Standard Den SR i Button Button When you press the left button while in Quadrus Only Mode you will hear 3 beeps and see the left indicator LED flash RED 3 times This indicates the imager has switched to Standard Mode When you press the left button while in Standard Mode you will again hear 3 beeps but now the left indicator LED flashes GREEN 3 times This indicates the imager has returned to Quadrus Only Mode MICROSCAN Note Reprogramming the left button disables mode shifting Be Quadrus Test Symbol NM hat ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOP y L Save K Clear Er Settings XML Rules E H MIS88 02 M052 01 3 4 MS Q Imager User s Manual Basic Operations Step 4 Select Adaptive or Fixed Mode This feature is available for MS Q Quadrus models only When you read symbols in the MS Q default setup the imager is in Adaptive Mode In this mode when the imager is activated by the handle trigger it attempts to decode in both the near field and far field resolutions checks for both light background or dark background images and cycles through various gain
166. r by using macros by copying and pasting or by typing commands in the Send text field The Terminal view also displays symbol data or information from the imager You can also right click on the Terminal screen to bring up a menu of further options 8 2 MS Q Imager User s Manual Terminal Find The Find function allows you to enter text strings to be searched for in the terminal window For example suppose a series of symbols have been scanned into the terminal view and you want to determine if a particular symbol whose data begins with ABC has been read 1 Type ABC into the Find box P E E Find fac 2 Press Enter The first instance of ABC will be highlighted in the terminal window 3 Click the Find button to the left of the text field to locate additional instances of ABC MS Q Imager User s Manual 8 3 Send Send The Send function allows you to enter text commands and then send them to the imager See Text Commands on page 4 24 For example suppose you want to enable the imager s laser target To enable the target using a text command you would enter P 0f3 the command string that activates the laser target in the text field and click Send jy P WX Parameters Imager Terminal Utilities Click here to access the J Fett ech dropdown menu of stored text commands Type text commands in the text field and then click the Send button to initiate Clicking Send r
167. r of postambles enabled is the total memory size available Important Be sure to save all settings before reading any of the following postamble symbols otherwise your settings may be lost Important Use only with serial applications M168 04 Carriage Return Important Use K only with serial applications M170 04 Carriage Return Line Feed Important Use Ir only with USB or PS 2 Keyboard modes Tab MS Q Imager User s Manual Comma tr e Save Settings MISS 02 oet the desired postamble by reading the appropriate symbol below Space and preamble data read the symbol at right MAD 02 M169 04 Line Feed Enter Important Use only with serial applications Important Use only with USB or PS 2 Keyboard modes sat Important Heading this symbol will erase all postamble 2 1 data M21 9 04 Mags 02 Tab RS 232 Only Erase None Note To erase Mk bh all postamble OH Erase Preamble and Postamble Data 4 21 Preamble and Postamble by ESP Preamble and Postamble by ESP Characters can also be added to the beginning and end of data strings using ESP There are a few different ways to do this using the interface shown below You will see the Communications tree control on the left and the Preamble Postamble interface on the right When you type ASCII characters directly into the Preamble or Postamble text fields and th
168. ror Message Enabled with Pass Through Enabled with Error Message and Pass Through Ull Only Enabled with Ull Only Enabled Error Messaging UII Disabled UI Unique Item Identifier UII Unique ltem Identifier UI Unique Item Identifier Iv Enable Append Error Message Iv Enable Iv Append Error Message Enable Append Error Message Pass Through Pass Through Pass Through UII Enabled with UII Enabled with Error Messaging and Pass Through Pass Through UI Unique Item Identifier UI Unique Item Identifier Iv Enable Append Error Message iv Enable v Append Error Message v Pass Through Iw Pass Through MS Q Imager User s Manual 10 5 Unique ltem Identifiers Error Messaging This feature is used to validate that Ull message streams are in the correct format When Error Messaging is enabled the imager sends a message to the host indicating an error every time a bad symbol is read The table below shows examples of error messages Examples of Error Messages Invalid Format Header gt tRS 15 GS 800406141411A0B9C3D6 RS EOT Error message Invalid UII Format Header 01 21 gt RS 05 GS 0100061414199999 GS 311 AOB9C3D6 RS EOT Error message Invalid Al Invalid Al UN 12V 1P S gt RS 06 GS 12X077991289 GS 1P4202435 GS S10936 RS EOT Error message Invalid DI Invalid DI D CAG SER gt RS DD GS CAX987654 G
169. s spin boxes check boxes and drag and drop functions Terminal ESP s Terminal interface allows you to send configuration and utility commands directly to the imager by typing them in the provided text field MS Q Imager User s Manual 2 1 EZ Mode EZ Mode The EZ Mode screen is the first thing you will see when you start ESP EZ Mode will help you get your imager up and running quickly and will acquaint you with the ESP interface ESF ESP Untitled 2 2 File Model Options Connect Help DS e Q App Mode Connect Switch Model Welcome to Easy Setup Program Instructions For Decoding Symbol Data Does nattake picture 1 Click the Decode button The WG Oe now ready to decode symbol data 2 Paintthe MS A at a symbol and squeeze the handle trigger 3 Move the Imager closer or farther from the symbol until you hear ane beep indicating that a good read has occurred 4 p to 128 characters of symbol data willbe displayed in the Symbol Data field Instructions For Taking Pictures Does nat decade symbol data 1 Select the appropriate option fram the Select Trigger to Take Picture drop down list 2 Click the Start button 3 Use the corresponding huttoanitriqqer ta take a picture move the Imager closer ar farther fram the symbol to test the quality of images being captured 4 Click the Stop button ta view ar Save images For Help press F1 4 andto switch models Lors The
170. s currently selected MS Q Imager User s Manual Receive Reader Settings Save to Reader Lock Reader Default Current Menu Settings Default Advanced Options Send Current View Send Current Command 2 15 Send Heceive 2 16 MS Q Imager User s Manual EE 3 Basic Operations Contents SNE ee TargeliNg are E E a A 3 2 Step 2 Determine Optimum Position seeeeeeesesseisssseseeeeennnn nennen nennen nnn 3 3 Step 3 Select Quadrus Only or Standard Mode sen000nnnnnnnnnennnnennnnnnnnnnnnnsenrnnnnrrnrrnnnsnsennnrnrnnne 3 4 Step 4 Select Adaptive or Fixed Mode uk 3 5 Step ele Ee e tte EI EE 3 6 die Te ale BUON PrograrnniNg EE 3 7 USB Battery Charge ModE 2m en ei ee ame 3 8 This section explains how to practice targeting and triggering how to begin configuring the imager how to perform a hardware default and how to switch between Quadrus Only and Standard modes Mode switching is available for MS Q Quadrus models only MS Q Imager User s Manual 3 1 Practice Targeting Step 1 Practice Targeting A When first connecting allow approximately 3 seconds for the imager to initialize 1 Hold the imager steady and point at a symbol between 2 75 and 4 5 inches away High Resolution Option or between 2 inches and 19 inches away Standard Resolution Option 2 Squeeze and hold the trigger 3 A red targeting spot will appear in front of the imager surrounded by a flashing RED LED pattern 4
171. s the number of times the imager will re transmit data before abandoning further send attempts The minimum retry count is 1 which represents the initial transmission Host Acknowledgement Timeout Host Acknowledgement Timeout t O15 Seconds The Host Acknowledgement Timeout is the amount of time in seconds that the imager will wait for an acknowledgement from the host before re sending data 4 26 MS Q Imager User s Manual Communications Store If Not Connected Store if not Connected Enabled Disabled Enabled When this feature is enabled the imager does not store data in non volatile memory when there is not an active connection to a host When disabled the imager follows normal buffer operation Reconnect Timeout Reconnect Timeout E 4 Seconds When Auto Reconnect is enabled the imager will reconnect to the host whenever there is data to be sent but only within the time limit in seconds set for Reconnect Timeout See also Transferring and Deleting Data on page 4 18 Max Connection Wait Time Max Connection Walt Time 30 Seconds When a connection from the imager to the host is explicitly requested such as when a Bluetooth Quick Connect Code is read the imager will attempt a connection for the amount of time in seconds set for Max Connection Wait Time Background Bluetooth Connection Background Bluetooth Connection Disabled m
172. still further by specifying a Select Region of Interest within the imaging area page 7 4 VGA Imaging Area Important VGA is only supported in Rev 5 hardware and earlier 480 In VGA mode the imager s 1 3 million pixels are sampled on a 4 to 1 basis This pixel sampling dramatically reduces image processing time Because a VGA image is created by pixel sampling its resolution is not 320 as high as that of an SXGA image 640 Near Field 320 7 2 MS Q Imager User s Manual Advanced Operations VGA and Megapixel Settings Processing speed can be increased dramatically by changing the imager s SXGA 1280 x 1024 setting to VGA 640 x 480 This feature is intended for use with 1D symbols and 2D symbols with larger elements VGA settings are not recommended for decoding high density symbols Important VGA is only supported in Rev 5 hardware and earlier Enable VGA 640 x 480 Enable SXGA 1280 x 1024 M201 03 Muze Save Default T Clear K Clear Settings GE to PS 2 All Data XML Lt j Rules e r M188 02 WD M071 OI M052 01 7 3 MS Q Imager User s Manual Select Region of Interest Select Region of Interest You can speed up your decode rate and lower your chances of reading the wrong symbol by narrowing the region of interest the pixel area that is evaluated during a read attempt If your application uses only 1D symbols you can narrow 1024 the imager s 640 axis to
173. symbols and you want reliable and moderately fast decodes Use D2 if you are reading medium or large low density symbols and you want a balance of decode reliability and speed Use D3 if you are reading medium or large low density symbols and you are more concerned with fast decodes than reliability Note See the Optimization Guide for definitions of optimization terminology page 7 7 7 14 MS Q Imager User s Manual Advanced Operations Trigger Optimization by ESP You can use ESP s Imager view to set operation parameters for the handle trigger and both buttons Imager Single click the Imager button to begin ESP Optimization Matrix Trigger Button Summary Trigger Button Configuration Trager Optimization Tri Handle Tr Choose which trigger or button to IE TE ngger optimize from this dropdown menu High and Low Density Symbols High Density Symbals Low Density Symbols Near and Far Field Near Fieve Far Field D1 NUM ES Each button corresponds with a setting on the Optimization Guide matrix page 7 7 Note VGA Fast Processing settings B3 C8 and D3 are shown here when a Rev 5 or earlier MS Q model is connected VGA settings are not supported in Rev 6 MS Q models Configuration Status Handle Trigger Trigger Optimization B1 Fight Button Read Symbols in Both Fields _ The Configuration Status displa
174. t of Range Notification Bluetooth P Parity RS 232 Part Number Part Number Too Long Paste Pause PDF417 PDF417 by ESP Performing a Hardware Default Pharmacode Pharmacode by ESP Postal Symbologies Postal Symbologies by ESP Postamble Practice Targeting Preamble Preamble and Postamble by ESP Private Access Product Labels PS 2 Communications PS 2 Configuration PS 2 Interface PS 2 Keyboard Mode PS 2 Mode MS Q Imager User s Manual Q Q QR Code QR Code by ESP Quadrus Mode 1 Quadrus Only Mode Quick Start R Read Parameters Reader Packet Format Reader Send Retry Count Reader to Host Packet Size Reading Symbols 100 Series Reading Symbols 200 Series Reading Symbols with LightRay 100 Series Reading Symbols with LightRay 200 Series Reboot Reader Receive After Connect Receive Reader Settings Receive Settings from the Reader Reconnect Timeout Reconnecting to the Host Rectangular Data Matrix Region of Interest Reload Last File Remove Batch Files from Collection Remove Macro Resolution Restore LEDs Default RF One Way Mode Maximum Range RF One Way Mode Maximum Reliability RF Two Way Mode Right Button Right Button Optimization Right Button Programming Right Button Take Picture RS 232 Batch Features RS 232 Cable Pinouts RS 232 Communications RS 232 Configuration RS 232 Connect Mode RS 232 Hardware RS 232 Interface MS Q Imager User s Manual Index
175. t will be necessary to read a Quick Connect Code before every re connect and data transmission z Lk e NC Moss Ol Moss Ol Private Access Default Shared Access Important Shared Access is recommended only when RF Two Way Mode is enabled Default RF M684 D Bluetooth Access by ESP In ESP Bluetooth Access settings are controlled by the Reader Auto Disconnect command in the Communications tree control When Auto Disconnect is Disabled the MS Q retains a connection to the host until it enters Sleep Mode or until an explicit Disconnect command is sent Private Access When Auto Disconnect is Enabled the MS Q will disconnect whenever there is no data to send to the host When there is data to send the MS Q will connect send the data and disconnect once again Shared Access ch R5232 Batch Made Detect R5232 Baud Rate 57 6K Parity Mone Stop Bits Two Data Bits Eight Keyboard Mapping US English with leading D in alE num Reader Auto Connect Enabled Reconnect Timeout an Reader Auto Disconnect Disabled k Max Connection Wat Time Disabled MS Q Imager User s Manual 4 11 Bluetooth Interface Sleep Mode Timeout Following a period of inactivity the imager will go into Sleep Mode during which it will no longer signal its presence to the modem It leaves Sleep Mode whenever it is powered on or a read is attempted When the imager leaves Sleep Mode there will be approximately 5 seconds of connect
176. tal Symbologies Disable All MO71_01 Clea E All Data Appendices Interleaved 2 of 5 On M248 01 Interleaved 2 of 5 Four Digits On Postal Symbologies Australian Post On Postal Symbologies Planet On M260 01 QR Code Off M052 01 A 19 Configuration Symbols Ej M261 01 QR Code On M265 01 QR Code Enable Checksum M269 01 DataBar Expanded On M277 01 Codablock F On M188 02 A 20 QR Code Inverse On M266 01 All DataBar Off M270 0 DataBar 14 Stacked On M274 01 Codabar Off to USB Modo 03 MID 03 Mz Default to PS 2 el M263 01 QR Code Inverse and Standard On M267 0 All DataBar On J M271_01 DataBar 14 and DataBar 14 Truncated M275 01 Codabar On M071 01 M264 01 QR Code Disable Checksum DataBar Limited On M276 0 Codablock F Off M280 01 Code 93 Off MOS2_01 MS Q Imager User s Manual M281 02 Code 93 On M285 02 Composite On M289 04 Maxicode On M188 02 MS Q Imager User s Manual 1049 03 M282 01 Code 128 Off M286 0 MacroPDF417 Off M290 01 MSI Plessey Off M298 01 UPC Narrow Margin Disabled Default to PS 2 Appendices M283_01 M284 02 Code 128 On Composite Off M287 0 MacroPDF417 On M291 01 MSI Plessey On M296 01 UPC Extension Off M299 01 M300_01 UPC Narrow Margin Enabled MicroPDF417 Off
177. tandard Change IP Mode Quadrus Only Mode Default Change IP Mode Quadrus Mode 1 Change IP Mode Standard Mode ECC 0 140 On ECC 0 140 Off Default LEDs IR LEDs Off Visible LEDs On Visible LEDs Off IR LEDs On Near Field IR LEDs Off Control IR LEDs Separately Lower Intensity IR Disable Left Button Disable Right Button Disable Left and Right Buttons Ull Only Enabled Ull Only Enabled with Error Messaging UII Enabled with Pass Through UII Enabled with Error Messaging and Pass Through MS Q Imager User s Manual Q018 01 Q019 01 QO020 01 QO021 01 Q022 01 QO023 01 Q024 01 Q025 01 QO026 01 QO027 01 QO028 01 Q029 01 Q030_01 Q031_01 Q032_01 MS101_01 MS Q Imager User s Manual Appendices UII Disabled Enable 2 Symbol Simultaneous Read Disable 2 Symbol Simultaneous Read Laser Off Visible LEDs Off IR LEDs On at 100 Laser On Visible LEDs Off IR LEDs On at 10096 Laser Off All LEDs On at 100 Laser On All LEDs On at 100 Enable USB Battery Charge Mode Default to Previous Settings Disable USB Battery Charge Mode Laser Off Control IR Separately in Both Fields Laser On Control IR Separately in Both Fields RS 232 Connect Mode USB Connect Mode Enable MIL STD 130M Enable MIL STD 130N RS 232 Default Settings Mode A 57 Performing a Hardware Default and Manual Battery Recharge Appendix E Performing a Hardware Default and Manual Battery Recharge Note The following procedures are on
178. tandard Resolution Option 4 inches for near field and 9 inches for far field 2 Determine the optimum read position by triggering at different distances and angles 3 To speed up decoding try enabling near field or far field only Both fields are enabled by default In general if the symbol element size is less than 0 010 0 025 mm enable near field to a focal point If more than 0 010 0 025 mm try the far field focal point Also if symbols are placed closely together you may want to use near field to lower the risk of reading the wrong symbol oee Trigger and Button Programming on page 3 7 for the configuration symbols that correspond to these settings Other factors to consider Use Both Fields for applications in which symbols may vary significantly in size and distance from reader e On Quadrus models try Fixed Mode for even quicker decodes for symbols with consistent size and presentation see Select Adaptive or Fixed Mode on page 3 5 Fora more advanced setup see Trigger Optimization on page 7 7 Test Symbol f hat ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOP Mou Save y Ww Default z Clear K Clear fq Settings 3 to PS 2 d All Data XML a e r Rules r DE de MI88 02 MINAS M071 01 M052 01 MS Q Imager User s Manual 3 3 Select Quadrus Only or Standard Mode Step 3 Select Quadrus Only or Standard Mode This feature is available for MS Q Quadrus models only The firmware in the MS Q Image
179. tatus bar at the bottom right of the screen EENEG Use HID You are now ready to configure your imager using ESP Subsequent sections provide more detailed information about ESP s configuration options 1 14 MS Q Imager User s Manual E 2 Using ESP Contents AN NOS NEC EF ERE TER 2 2 ABICO Wee aec pee ter quentia Meteo ee c er eto atte asd ee 2 3 Reen e E 2 4 PIE OO e i CRT 2 5 acs tar eases ETE P RN 2 14 This section is designed to help you understand the structure and application of ESP When you open ESP unless otherwise specified in the ESP Preferences dialog accessible from the Options heading on the menu toolbar you will enter EZ Mode for initial setup From there you can enter Application Mode App Mode and access several configuration menus Communications Read Cycle Symbologies I O Parameters an Imager setup interface a Terminal interface and a Utilities interface ESP can be used to configure the MS Q Imager in the following ways Tree Controls Each configuration menu contains a list of all option settings that pertain to that specific element of imager operation For example the Communications menu shows a Communications Mode command and then the options PS 2 AT Keyboard RS 232 Serial USB Keyboard RF Bluetooth and USB Native HID all of which are accessible from a dropdown menu Graphic User Interfaces Settings can be configured using such point and click tools as radio buttons tab
180. the host computer that can receive and display data Read the RS 232 Bluetooth Mode symbol and then the Save Settings symbol at the bottom of this page e D ZB RS 232 Bluetooth Mode M66 01 Plug the Bluetooth Modem into an RS 232 connector and power supply Open a terminal program and connect using the following port settings Baud 9600 Parity Even Stop Bits One Data Bits Seven Flow Control None Settings symbol at the bottom of this page RE USB Bluetooth Mode 4 LII ERR E D 3 S AM fei Ao SO Read the symbol below to return to USB Bluetooth Mode and then read the Save M708 01 MUR Save Nx Default Clear K Clear sk Settings a to PS 2 All Data XML a E Rules E MI88 02 eo M071 01 M052 01 MS Q Imager User s Manual 4 15 Batch Battery Batch Battery oee Batch Battery Interface on page 1 10 for instructions on installing the battery The battery automatically charges every time a cable interface is attached to the imager and the host is powered on The RS 232 interface power adapter must be plugged into a wall socket for the battery to charge In USB and PS 2 interfaces the imager and battery draw their current from the host computer Typical Battery Charge Times USB and PS 2 RS 232 Battery Charger 6 to 8 hours 6 to 8 hours 4 hours Typical Battery Usage when not connected to the host e Up to 8 hours Standby Up to
181. tion Change Font Sets the font characteristics for data received from the imager Change Echo Font Sets the font characteristics of user entered data 2 8 MS Q Imager User s Manual Using ESP Bar Code Options Tab ESP Preferences General Terminal Bar Code Options Advanced Sizing Information Bar width 1 1 hilz ER Example Default Settings Sizing Information Sets element size in thousands of an inch of symbols that you create and print from the Bar Code Dialog under View OTI ol xj Print Save As Configuration _ Pin _ Saveas _ Imager Bar Code Value S0H X GS STX P x 3 EOT Terminal Rotation fo Degrees New Utilities Caption Same As Bar Code Value Barcode Dialag Specify Loch Reader Unlock Reader Iv Lock Reader Differences from Default Settings Em N et Lock Reader MS Q Imager User s Manual 2 9 Menu Toolbar Advanced Tab Preferences General Terminal Bar Code Options Advanced Auto Sunc When entering a view that supports Auto Sync do the following Always Ask Before Auto Sune Occurs Receive Settings from the Reader Send ESP Settings to the Reader f Da Not Send or Receive Settings E LER rest M Send ON with Autoconnect i Ask to Save ESP File when Quitting Iw Connect to readers via TCPAIP Use Default Storage Location Default Settings The Auto Sync dialog on the Advanced tab allows you to determine
182. tion Symbols M544 01 Modem 57600 Baud M548 0 Modem 57600 Baud M552 0 Modem 115200 Baud M556 0 Modem 115200 Baud M560 0 Modem 115200 Baud M545 01 Modem 57600 Baud M549 0 Modem 57600 Baud M553 0 Modem 115200 Baud M557 0 Modem 115200 Baud M561 01 Modem 115200 Baud M546 0 Modem 57600 Baud M550 0 Modem 57600 Baud M554 01 Modem 115200 Baud M558 0 Modem 115200 Baud M562 01 Modem 115200 Baud M547 01 Modem 57600 Baud M551 01 Modem 115200 Baud G M555 Q0 Modem 115200 Baud M559 0 Modem 115200 Baud M563 0 Modem 115200 Baud Default t to PS 2 MISS 02 M049 03 Weg M071 01 M052 01 A 34 MS Q Imager User s Manual M564 0 Modem 115200 Baud m568 01 Dump Setting Command suffixreaderld Append Imager ID to Postamble Append to Preamble Serial Mode M582 01 RF Range Notification Vibrate M188 02 MS Q Imager User s Manual ERN Kee Data LI MIO 03 1565 01 M565 01 M566 01 Modem 115200 Baud ET wi b wd a u il reb E Ca mx a ADU suffixcolon Pass Through Append d XE zr ian M576 01 Append Symbology Append to Postamble to Preamble L T M579 02 M580 02 Illumination Flash Illumination Constant On Event On Event M 83 01 M584 02 USB Kb Enumerate on HF Range Notification Preset LED Disable
183. tocol you are using and click Next Select Protocol i Connect Mode The reader must be in the proper mode to connect Scan this DEn symbol using the reader to set it into the right mode of operation p Continue when ready fe RS 232 USB RS 232 Connect Mode Save As lt Back Cancel lt Back Cancel Print the RS 232 Connect Mode symbol and read it with the imager to ensure that you are in the correct communications mode Keep the printed symbol in a convenient place for future use Click Next when you are finished he Com Port dialog will then appear Select which communications port you are using If you don t see your communications port listed on the dropdown menu select Other Select the com port to use and press Finish to autoconnect to the reader Otherwise select the Force Connect checkbox to connect at the specified settings Com Pot COM1 e COM1 Force Other Settings lt Back Cancel Click Connect e When you are connected successfully the CONNECTED message will appear in a green box in the status bar at the bottom right of the screen EENREGTERGS Point to Point COMI 115 2K N 8 1 If the connection attempt fails enable a different communications port check your port connections and try again You can also check the Force Connect box and then click the Connect button You are now ready to configure your imager using ESP Subsequent sections provid
184. ton Opt B1 MOS2_01 MS Q Imager User s Manual Right Button Opt B2 Right Button Opt C3 M049 03 Default to USB MOS7 0 Laser Settings Medium 80 Right Button Opt B3 Right Button Opt D1 Clear Memory M054 01 Laser Settings Off MOSS 0 Laser Settings High 100 M043 01 Right Button Opt C1 M047 01 Right Button Opt D2 MO051 01 Clear RF Settings M055_01 Laser Settings On M059 01 Modem Setting spx15200 8N1 Default to PS 2 Clea E All Data Appendices Right Button Opt C2 Right Button Opt D3 MO052 01 Clear XML Rules M056 0 Laser Settings Low 1 M060 03 Default to PS 2 r M052 01 MO71_01 LI MIO 03 M188 02 MS Q Imager User s Manual Configuration Symbols M065 0 Bluetooth Radio Auto Disconnect Off Disable Auto Transfer Buffer Memory M073 02 HS 232 Batch M077 02 Transfer All Data in M188 02 A 10 MO062 02 Symbol Readability Index Output Enable M066 0 Bluetooth Radio Auto Disconnect On M070 01 Enable Auto Transfer Buffer Memory M074 02 RS 232 Cabled H nad a M078 02 Transfer Only Unsent Data in Memory T soon T MO063 02 Symbol Readability Index Output Disable M067 0 Bluetooth Radio Auto Connect Off M075 0 Send and Buffer Mode MOT 0 Continuous Trigger Optimization A1 Def
185. tooth Address Aztec Aztec by ESP Background Bluetooth Connection Bar Code Options Preferences Barcode Dialog Basic Operations Batch Mode Indicators Batch Mode Options Batch Setup Batch Battery Communication Indicators Batch Battery Communications Batch Battery Configuration MS Q Imager User s Manual C Batch Battery Hardware Batch Battery Interface Batch Battery Overview Battery Charge Times Typical Battery Handle 3900 mAH Parts List Battery Usage Typical Baud Rate RS 232 Beep Vibrate Beep and Vibrate Settings Beep and Vibrate Settings by ESP Beep Before Bluetooth Connection Beep Volume Begin Transmission BH1 BH2 Charger Installation Instructions BH1 BH2 Charger Kit BH1 BH2 Charger Mounting Instructions Bluetooth Bluetooth Access Bluetooth Access by ESP Bluetooth Auto Connect Bluetooth by RS 232 Bluetooth by USB Bluetooth Communication Indicators Bluetooth Communications Bluetooth Configuration Bluetooth Hardware Bluetooth Interface Button Stay Down Time Button Trigger Confirmation Time C Capture Text CE Standards Change Background Color Change Echo Font Change Font Change Keyboard Macros Check Required Hardware Clear Clear All Data Clear XML Rules Codabar Codabar by ESP Codablock by ESP 2 MS Q Imager User s Manual D Codablock F Code 11 Code 11 by ESP Code 128 Code 128 by ESP Code 39 Code 39 by ESP Code 93 Code 93 by ESP Communic
186. tton Programming Left Right LEDs Light Collection Options LightRay Accessory Options LightRay Assembly 100 Series LightRay Assembly 200 Series LightRay Optics LightRay Optics by ESP LightRay Optics FIS Options LightRay Setup Limitation of Liability Lockout Link Mode Bluetooth Log Only Mode Lower Case Characters MS Q Imager User s Manual M M Macro Name Macro Value Macros Manual Battery Recharge Matrix 2 of 5 Matrix 2 of 5 by ESP Max Connection Wait Time Maxicode Maxicode by ESP Maximum Decodes per Read Maximum Exposure Maximum Gain Mechanical Specifications Menu Toolbar Message Trailer Micro PDF417 MicroPDF417 by ESP Minimum Exposure Minimum Gain Mirroring Model Model Memo Motion Detection Motion Detection by ESP Motion Sensitivity Move to Start MSI Plessey MSI Plessey by ESP MS Q LightRay Kits MS Q Battery Charger MS Q Battery Charger Options MS Q Imager MS Q Imager Dimensions MS Q Operational Feedback MS Q Protective Jacket MS Q Quadrus Secure with Image Lock N Near Far Fields NEC 2 of 5 NEC 2 of 5 by ESP New ESP File MS Q Imager User s Manual Index O New Model Next Row Non Printable Characters Non UI Characters Non UI Characters in a UII Message Stream O One Way Mode Options Only Show Icon Only Show Text Open Save Optimization Definitions Optimization Guide Optimization Parameters Options Other Communications Settings in ESP Ou
187. u 4 Read the Save Settings symbol at the bottom of n m mm this page EE we O You are now ready to send data to the host Bluetooth Configuration CAN RF Two Way Mode M129 02 Note If you are using an older Bluetooth Modem read the RF Two Way Mode symbol above to enable wireless communication with the host computer Note See Connecting to the Bluetooth Modem via RS 232 for instructions on how to use the Bluetooth Modem with a serial connection Save y fit Default Tea Clear Clear Fr Settings cb to PS 2 All Data XML w Rules L MI88 02 emt MO71_01 M052 01 MS Q Imager User s Manual 1 9 Batch Battery Interface Batch Battery Interface Important ESP does not support Batch Battery Interface Overview In Batch Mode a battery replaces the blank inside the MS Q The MS Q is capable of reading more than 4 000 times from a single battery charge without being physically connected to the host When you do connect either by cable or wireless the buffered data is transferred to the host in the manner determined by your batch setup Batch Battery Configuration iem Seegen Part Number D Rev 5 Hardware Rev 6 Hardware MS Q Imager GUACTUS FIS 6100 0031 0032G 0038G Quadrus FIS 6100 0048G 0052G Basic FIS 6150 0021G 0022G SE Batey induded installation Steps for Batch Battery 1 Insert the tab on the back of the battery handle into the imager s recessed slot at the
188. ual 7 21 Button Stay Down Time Button Stay Down Time Button Stay Down Time sets the amount of time in seconds that the imager will continue to process the current decode symbol event The imager will behave as if the trigger is being activated for this specified amount of time Farameters Read Cycle Default Continuous Event Event Delay Read Cycle Timeout Target Time before Decode Button Stay Dowr Time Ignore Duplicate Symbol Timeout Quadrus IP Made Imager Resolution Targeting Zone Tolerance Time before Power Sayving Idle Extra Time when cable connected Time before power Saving Sleep Time before Sleep when Cabled Time before Power Sayving Standby Mode Time before Sleep Continuous Illumination Suto White Balance ESP Values Ide Available Button Stay Down Time values are 0 000 to 2147483 750 in seconds 3 2 a 200 EX Seconds 0 Standard Mode Wet 640 x 480 1600 SO0000 2147453647 10 2147453647 an FeO OFF between reads Disabled 7 22 MS Q Imager User s Manual Advanced Operations Mirroring Mirroring allows the MS Q to decode symbols that are reversed When Mirroring is enabled all other decode functionality is disabled Note Once the imager has been set to Mirroring On it can only return to its default mode by reading the Mirroring Off symbol below Mirroring On Mirroring Off Default MI182 01 MI81 02 Note Mirrored symbols
189. uently to configure the imager for your application Batch File Archive Batch File Description M157_01 Handle Trigger R M1 588 02 Handle Trigger U M1593_0 Prefix Comma M160_04 Suffix Comma M161_04 Suffix Enter M162_01 Prefix Erase Mone M163_01 Suffix Erase Mo M164_02 Prefix Space M165_04 Suffix Space MIER D Prefix Tab Keyb M167_04 Suffix Tab Keyb z M1BB D Suffix Carriage A M169_04 Suffix Line Feed M170_04 Suffix Carriage A MIZ DI Custom Keyboard M172_01 US Keyboard Map M17301 Universal Keyboar M174_01 Control LED s Sep M175_01 Control LED s Sep MIb DI Left Trigger Rea M177_01 Left Trigger Rea M178_01 Left Trigger Rea M 79 01 Lett Trigger Take M180_02 Left Trigger Uplo M181 DI Mirroring Off M192_01 Mirroring On M18301 Right Trigger Re M185 01 Right Trigger Re M1 86_01 Right Trigger Tak M187_02 Right Trigger Upl M189_01 Set Targeting Zon M130 1 Set Targeting on MIO UI Set Targeting Zon M192_01 Set Targeting Zon z M183 DI Set Targeting Zon M134 UI Set Targeting on M185 1 Set Targeting on M196_01 Set Targeting Zon M197_01 Reader Text Com MIDD D Reader Text Com M19901 Time Stamp Settin M200_01 Time Stamp Settin M 01_0 Enable SXGA 12 Image Upload
190. whether Auto Sync will be automatically enabled in sections of ESP where it is used or if it will ask you before it enables Auto Sync functions Always Ask Before Auto Sync Occurs If you check this option box you are then able to determine what specific Auto Sync functions will be enabled Receive Settings from the Reader will automatically send the imager s settings to ESP when Auto Sync is enabled Send ESP Settings to the Reader will automatically send all imager configuration settings chosen in ESP to the imager Do Not Send or Receive Settings creates a condition in which Auto Sync will not send imager settings to ESP or send ESP settings to the imager Send XON with Auto Connect Sends an XON Begin Transmission command to the imager before starting the Auto Connect routine 2 10 MS Q Imager User s Manual Using ESP Document Memo The information you type in the Document Memo field will appear in a context sensitive text box whenever your cursor hovers over the Document Memo item on the Options menu Insert up to 250 characters to describe this document Type dacument specific information here Options Preferences BELLIS Type document specific information here Model Memo Model Memo Similar to Document Memo the information you type in the Model Memo field will appear in a context sensitive text box whenever your cursor hovers over the Model Memo item on the Options menu Memos created in Model Memo are spe
191. ws you to assign commands to specific function keys on a standard keyboard Note that the F1 key is reserved for opening ESP Help and the F3 key is reserved for the Find Next function meg ele rs re er re fs eto GE Key Map Key F2 Clear Key Clear All Keys Select the desired function key and then enter your macro keystrokes in the associated key map Normal For example to make Ctrl F2 the Sh keystroke to send a trigger character select F2 then in the Ctrl text field Cut enter trigger character and click Shift Ctrl E OK Then whenever Ctrl F2 is keyed the trigger character will start Alt Shift the read cycle Alt Ctrl Alt Shift Ctrl Note This feature is also available from the Terminal Dropdown Menu and the Terminal tab of the Preferences dialog 8 6 MS Q Imager User s Manual Terminal Terminal Dropdown Menu The terminal dropdown menu allows you to capture and save current text and it also includes the functions defined for the Terminal Right Click Menu Capture Text Save Current Text Change Font Change Echo Font Disable Echo Change Background Color Mon Printable Characters Default Settings Find Next Find Previous Keyboard Macros F3 Shift F3 MS Q Imager User s Manual Capture Text lets you append data in real time to a text file of your choice While in operation the text file cannot be opened You ca
192. x 3 16 screws hex head 1 5 inch pounds for securing underside of imager body to H2 Handle Parts List for MS Q Imagers with 3900 mAH Battery Handle BH2 One MS Q Imager One BH2 Handle One 6 ft USB cable Quadrus models only Note PS 2 and RS 232 cables are optional and must be purchased separately One Cable Clamp Two 2 56 x 5 16 screws hex head 1 5 inch pounds for Cable Clamp Two 2 56 x 3 16 screws hex head 1 5 inch pounds for securing underside of imager body to H2 Handle Parts List for MS Q Imagers with Original Handle H1 One MS Q Imager One H1 Handle One 6 ft USB cable Quadrus models only Note PS 2 and RS 232 cables are optional and must be purchased separately MS Q Imager User s Manual Quick Start Assemble the Imager To assemble the MS Q Imager with Cabled Handle H2 1 Insert the flexible connector at the back of the H2 Handle into the MS Q s 8 pin DIN connector Flexible Connector 2 Snap the imager onto the H2 Handle over the battery blank Be sure that the underside of the imager is latched at the front of the handle Latch Screws Screws 5 Attach the cable to the bottom of the handle Secure the cable clamp with the two screws provided Insert screws in the through holes at the base of the cable clamp MS Q Imager User s Manual 1 3 Asse
193. y shows Left Button Enable Button Mode Switching Quads Standard current settings for each trigger or button Left and Right Enable Button Mode Switching Adaptive Fixed Continuous Idle MS Q Imager User s Manual 7 15 Trigger Optimization by ESP Trigger Button Configuration In the Trigger Button Configuration view you can set the same optimization parameters from a list and you can also set additional parameters Function List Take Picture Disable Button Keep Awake Show Target Button Handle Trigger n HESS Trigger Button Summary Trigger Button Configuration Trigger Optimization Choose which trigger or button to optimize from this dropdown menu Head Symbols in Both Fields Head Symbols with Far Field Only Head Symbols with Mear Field Only Transfer All Data Head Last Successtul Field Transfer Mew Data Go inta Power Saving Idle Made Trigger Optimization A Trigger Optimization A Trigger Optimization 43 Trigger Optimization B1 Trigger Optimization B Trigger Optimization B3 Trigger Optimization C1 Trigger Optimization C2 Trigger Optimization C3 Trigger Optimization D 1 Trigger Optimization D2 Trigger Optimization D3 Continuous Trigger On Continuous Trigger Off Idle Cradled Cabled Beep Packet Recover Upload Mew Upload All Configuration Status Handle Trigger Trigger Optimization B3 Right Button Head Symbols in Bath Fields
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