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Page 6: Warranty
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Page 7: Revision History
DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Revision History Changes to the original manual are listed below: Change Date Description -01 Rev A 02/2011 Initial release.
Page 8: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Warranty ........................iii Revision History ......................iv About This Guide Introduction ........................xiii Configurations........................ xiii Chapter Descriptions ..................... xiv Notational Conventions....................xv Related Documents ....................... xv Service Information ......................xvi Chapter 1: Getting Started Introduction ........................1-1 Interfaces ........................
Page 9 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Chapter 3: Maintenance, Troubleshooting & Technical Specifications Introduction ........................3-1 Maintenance ......................... 3-1 Troubleshooting ......................3-2 Technical Specifications ....................3-5 Digital Scanner Signal Descriptions ................3-7 Chapter 4: User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options Introduction ........................
Page 10 Table of Contents Troubleshooting Multicode Expression Programming ........4-31 Troubleshooting Multicode Mode Scanning and Decoding ....... 4-31 Examples of Simple Multicode Expressions ..........4-32 Miscellaneous Scanner Parameters ................4-33 Transmit Code ID Character ................... 4-33 Prefix/Suffix Values ....................4-34 Scan Data Transmission Format ................4-35 FN1 Substitution Values ..................
Page 11 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Host Serial Response Time-out ................6-15 RTS Line State ......................6-16 Beep on <BEL> ....................... 6-16 Intercharacter Delay ....................6-17 Nixdorf Beep/LED Options ..................6-18 Ignore Unknown Characters ................... 6-18 ASCII Character Set for RS-232 ................... 6-19 Chapter 7: IBM 468X / 469X Interface Introduction ........................
Page 12 Table of Contents Enable/Disable UPC-E1 ..................9-9 Enable/Disable EAN-8/JAN-8 ................. 9-9 Enable/Disable EAN-13/JAN-13 ................9-10 Enable/Disable Bookland EAN ................9-10 Bookland ISBN Format ................... 9-11 Decode UPC/EAN/JAN Supplementals ..............9-12 User-Programmable Supplementals ............... 9-15 UPC/EAN/JAN Supplemental Redundancy ............9-15 UPC/EAN/JAN Supplemental AIM ID Format ............9-16 Transmit UPC-A Check Digit ..................
Page 13 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Code 11 Check Digit Verification ................9-41 Transmit Code 11 Check Digits ................9-42 Interleaved 2 of 5 (ITF) ....................9-42 Enable/Disable Interleaved 2 of 5 ................9-42 Set Lengths for Interleaved 2 of 5 ................9-43 I 2 of 5 Check Digit Verification ................
Page 14 Table of Contents Composite CC-C ..................... 9-71 Composite CC-A/B ....................9-71 Composite TLC-39 ....................9-72 UPC Composite Mode .................... 9-72 Composite Beep Mode ................... 9-73 GS1-128 Emulation Mode for UCC/EAN Composite Codes ........9-73 2D Symbologies ......................9-74 Enable/Disable PDF417 ..................9-74 Enable/Disable MicroPDF417 .................
Page 15 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Appendix C: Sample Bar Codes Code 39 ........................C-1 UPC/EAN ........................C-1 UPC-A, 100% ......................C-1 EAN-13, 100% ......................C-2 Code 128 ........................C-2 Interleaved 2 of 5 ......................C-2 GS1 DataBar-14 ......................C-3 PDF417 .........................
Page 16: About This Guide
About This Guide Introduction The DS4208 Product Reference Guide provides general instructions for setting up, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting the DS4208 digital scanner. Configurations This guide includes the following DS4208 digital scanner configurations: • DS4208-SR00001WR DS4208 Digital Scanner, Standard Range, Cash Register White •...
Page 17: Chapter Descriptions
DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Chapter Descriptions Topics covered in this guide are as follows: • Chapter 1, Getting Started provides a product overview, unpacking instructions, and cable connection information. • Chapter 2, Scanning describes parts of the digital scanner, beeper and LED definitions, and how to use the scanner in hand-held and hands-free (presentation) modes.
Page 18: Notational Conventions
Feature/Option Related Documents • DS4208 Quick Start Guide, p/n 72-139230-xx - provides general information for getting started with the DS4208 digital scanner, and includes basic set up and operation instructions. • Advanced Data Formatting Programmer Guide, p/n 72E-69680-xx - provides information on ADF, a means of customizing data before transmission to a host.
Page 19: Service Information
Software type and version number Motorola responds to calls by e-mail, telephone or fax within the time limits set forth in service agreements. If your problem cannot be solved by Motorola Solutions Support, you may need to return your equipment for servicing and will be given specific directions.
Page 20: Chapter 1 Getting Started
Chapter 1 Getting Started Introduction The DS4208 combines superior 1D and 2D omnidirectional bar code scanning and transfer with a light-weight, hands-free/hand-held design. The digital scanner’s Intellistand seamlessly accommodates both counter-top and hand-held use. Whether in hands-free (presentation) or hand-held mode, the digital scanner ensures comfort and ease of use for extended periods of time.
Page 21: Interfaces
1 - 2 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Interfaces The DS4208 digital scanner supports: • USB connection to a host. The digital scanner autodetects a USB host and defaults to the HID keyboard interface type. Select other USB interface types by scanning programming bar code menus.This interface supports the following international keyboards (for Windows®...
Page 22: Setting Up The Digital Scanner
IMPORTANT Insert the cable into the cable interface port until an audible click sounds. When connecting the DS4208 using a USB cable, a shielded connector cable is required (e.g., p/n CBA-U21-S07ZAR). If upgrading an LS2208 or LS4208 to a DS4208, use the shielded connector cable.
Page 23: Removing The Interface Cable
1 - 4 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Removing the Interface Cable Press the cable’s modular connector clip through the access slot in the digital scanner’s base. Figure 1-3 Removing the Cable Carefully slide out the cable. Follow the steps for Installing the Interface Cable to connect a new cable.
Page 24: Accessories
Getting Started 1 - 5 Accessories The digital scanner ships with the DS4208 Quick Start Guide. The following required accessories must be ordered: • Interface cable for the appropriate interface. • Shielded connector cable (e.g., p/n CBA-U21-S07ZAR) when connecting via USB. Refer to Solution Builder for guidance about cables.
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Page 26: Chapter 2 Scanning
Chapter 2 Scanning Introduction This chapter provides beeper and LED definitions, techniques involved in scanning bar codes, general instructions and tips about scanning, and decode zone diagrams. Scan Window Beeper Trigger Figure 2-1 Parts...
Page 27: Beeper Definitions
2 - 2 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Beeper Definitions The digital scanner issues different beep sequences and patterns to indicate status. Table 2-1 defines beep sequences that occur during both normal scanning and while programming the digital scanner.
Page 28 Scanning 2 - 3 Table 2-1 Beeper Definitions (Continued) Beeper Sequence Indication 3 long high beeps Code 39 buffer is full. High/low/high beeps The Code 39 buffer was erased. Low/high beeps A successful transmission of buffered data. Macro PDF 2 low beeps MPDF sequence buffered.
Page 29: Led Definitions
2 - 4 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide LED Definitions In addition to beep sequences, the digital scanner uses a two-color LED to indicate status. Table 2-2 defines LED colors that display during scanning. Table 2-2 Standard LED Definitions...
Page 30: Scanning
Scanning 2 - 5 Scanning The digital scanner is in hands-free (presentation) mode when it is placed in the Intellistand. In this mode, the digital scanner operates in continuous (constant-on) mode, where it automatically decodes a bar code presented in its field of view.
Page 31: Scanning With Intellistand
2 - 6 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Scanning with Intellistand When the digital scanner is placed in Intellistand it operates in continuous (constant-on) mode, where it automatically decodes a bar code presented in its field of view. To operate the scanner in Intellistand: Ensure the scanner is properly connected to the host (see the appropriate host chapter for information on host connections).
Page 32: Scanning In Hand-Held Mode
Scanning 2 - 7 Scanning in Hand-Held Mode Pick up the digital scanner. Press and release the trigger. The aim pattern displays. Ensure the bar code is centered in the aiming pattern. See Aiming below. Press and hold the trigger until either: The digital scanner reads the bar code.
Page 33 2 - 8 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide The digital scanner can also read a bar code presented within the aiming pattern but not centered. The top examples in Figure 2-6 show acceptable aiming options, while the bottom examples can not be decoded.
Page 34: Decode Ranges
Scanning 2 - 9 Decode Ranges Table 2-3 Standard Range (SR) Decode Ranges Typical Working Ranges Symbol Density Bar Code Type Near 5.0 mil Code 39 0.2 in / 0.5 cm 6.8 in / 17.3 cm 10 mil 80% UPCA 0 in / 0 cm 12.7 in / 32.3 cm 13 mil...
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Page 36: Chapter 3 Maintenance, Troubleshooting & Technical Specifications
Chapter 3 Maintenance, Troubleshooting & Technical Specifications Introduction This chapter provides suggested digital scanner maintenance, troubleshooting, technical specifications, and signal descriptions (pinouts). Maintenance Cleaning the scan window is the only maintenance required. A dirty window can affect scanning accuracy. • Do not allow abrasive material to touch the window.
Page 37 3 - 2 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Troubleshooting Table 3-1 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Possible Solutions The aiming pattern does not appear No power to the digital scanner. If the configuration requires a power when pressing the trigger.
Page 38 Maintenance, Troubleshooting & Technical Specifications 3 - 3 Table 3-1 Troubleshooting (Continued) Problem Possible Causes Possible Solutions Digital scanner decodes bar code, Digital scanner is not programmed for Scan the appropriate host type but does not transmit the data to the the correct host type.
Page 39: Set Default Parameter On Page
3 - 4 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Table 3-1 Troubleshooting (Continued) Problem Possible Causes Possible Solutions Digital scanner emits Out of host parameter storage space. Scan Set Default Parameter on page low/high/low/high beeps during 4-4. programming. Out of memory for ADF rules.
Page 40 Maintenance, Troubleshooting & Technical Specifications 3 - 5 Technical Specifications Table 3-2 Technical Specifications Item Description Physical Characteristics Dimensions 6.7 in. H x 3.7 in. L x 2.7 in. W (17 cm H x 9.3 cm L x 6.8 cm W) Weight (without cable) 6.1 oz.
Page 41 3 - 6 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Table 3-2 Technical Specifications (Continued) Item Description Minimum Resolution Code 39 4 mil UPC 60% 5 mil PDF417 5 mil Datamatrix 7.5 mil User Environment Operating Temperature 32º F to 104º F (0º C to 40º C) Storage Temperature -40º...
Page 42: Digital Scanner Signal Descriptions
Interface cable modular connector Figure 3-1 Digital Scanner Cable Pinouts The signal descriptions in Table 3-3 apply to the connectors on the DS4208 digital scanner and are for reference only. Table 3-3 DS4208 Digital Scanner Signal Pin-outs RS-232 Keyboard Wedge...
Page 43 3 - 8 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Table 3-3 DS4208 Digital Scanner Signal Pin-outs (Continued) Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved...
Page 44: Chapter 4: User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options
Chapter 4 User Preferences & Miscella- neous Digital Scanner Options Introduction You can program the digital scanner to perform various functions, or activate different features. This chapter describes each user preference feature and provides programming bar codes for selecting these features. The digital scanner ships with the settings shown in Table 4-1 on page 4-2 (also see...
Page 45: Scanning Sequence Examples
4 - 2 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Scanning Sequence Examples In most cases, scanning one bar code sets the parameter value. For example, to set the beeper tone to high, scan the High Frequency (beeper tone) bar code listed under Beeper Tone on page 4-6.
Page 46: Default
User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options 4 - 3 Table 4-1 User Preferences Parameter Defaults (Continued) Parameter Page Parameter Default Number Number Decode Session Timeout 9.9 Sec 4-15 Timeout Between Decodes, Same Symbol 0.5 Sec 4-15 Timeout Between Decodes, Different Symbols 0.2 Sec 4-16 Fuzzy 1D Processing...
Page 47: User Preferences
4 - 4 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide User Preferences Set Default Parameter You can reset the digital scanner to two types of defaults: factory defaults or custom defaults. Scan the appropriate bar code below to reset the digital scanner to its default settings and/or set its current settings as custom defaults.
Page 48: Parameter Bar Code Scanning
User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options 4 - 5 Parameter Bar Code Scanning Parameter # ECh To disable the decoding of parameter bar codes, including the Set Defaults parameter bar codes, scan the Disable Parameter Scanning bar code below. To enable decoding of parameter bar codes, scan Enable Parameter Scanning.
Page 49: Beeper Tone
4 - 6 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Beeper Tone Parameter # 91h To select a decode beep frequency (tone), scan one of the following bar codes. (03h) Low Tone (02h) Medium Tone (01h) High Tone (00h) Medium to High Tone (2-tone)
Page 50: Beeper Volume
User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options 4 - 7 Beeper Volume Parameter # 8Ch To select a beeper volume, scan the Low Volume, Medium Volume, or High Volume bar code. Low Volume (02h) Medium Volume (01h) High Volume (00h)
Page 51: Beeper Duration
4 - 8 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Beeper Duration Parameter # F1h 74h To select the duration for the beeper, scan one of the following bar codes. Short (00h) Medium (01h) Long (02h) Suppress Power-up Beeps Parameter # F1h D1h Select whether or not to suppress the digital scanner’s power-up beeps.
Page 52: Low Power Mode
User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options 4 - 9 Low Power Mode Parameter # 80h This parameter determines whether or not the digital scanner enters low power mode after a decode attempt. If disabled, power remains on after each decode attempt. Disable Low Power Mode (00h) Enable Low Power Mode...
Page 53: Hour
4 - 10 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Time Delay to Low Power Mode (continued) 5 Minutes (25h) 15 Minutes (2Bh) 30 Minutes (2Dh) 45 Minutes (2Eh) 1 Hour (31h) 3 Hours (33h)
Page 54 User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options 4 - 11 Time Delay to Low Power Mode (continued) 6 Hours (36h) 9 Hours (39h)
Page 55: Hand-Held Trigger Mode
4 - 12 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Hand-Held Trigger Mode Parameter # 8Ah Select one of the following trigger modes for the digital scanner: • Standard (Level) - A trigger pull activates decode processing. Decode processing continues until the bar code decodes, you release the trigger, or the Decode Session Timeout occurs.
Page 56: Picklist Mode
User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options 4 - 13 Picklist Mode Parameter # F0h 92h Picklist mode enables the digital scanner to decode only bar codes that are aligned under the LED aiming dot. Select one of the following picklist modes for the digital scanner: •...
Page 57: Continuous Bar Code Read
4 - 14 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Continuous Bar Code Read Parameter # F1h 89h Enable this to report every bar code while the trigger is pressed. NOTE Motorola strongly recommends enabling Picklist Mode on page 4-13 with this feature. Disabling Picklist Mode can cause accidental decodes when more than one bar code is in the engine's field of view.
Page 58: Decode Session Timeout
User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options 4 - 15 Decode Session Timeout Parameter # 88h This parameter sets the maximum time decode processing continues during a scan attempt. It is programmable in 0.1 second increments from 0.5 to 9.9 seconds. The default timeout is 9.9 seconds. To set a Decode Session Timeout, scan the bar code below.
Page 59: Timeout Between Decodes, Different Symbols
4 - 16 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Timeout Between Decodes, Different Symbols Parameter # 90h Use this option in presentation mode or Continuous Bar Code Read to control the time the scanner is inactive between decoding different symbols. It is programmable in 0.1 second increments from 0.1 to 9.9 seconds. The default is 0.2 seconds.
Page 60: Decode Mirror Images (Data Matrix Only)
User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options 4 - 17 Decode Mirror Images (Data Matrix Only) Parameter # F1h 19h Select an option for decoding mirror image Data Matrix bar codes: • Always - decode only Data Matrix bar codes that are mirror images •...
Page 61: Mobile Phone/Display Mode
4 - 18 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Mobile Phone/Display Mode Parameter # F1h CCh This mode improves bar code reading performance off mobile phones and electronic displays. Enable this in hand-held, hands-free, or both modes, or disable this.
Page 62: Pdf Prioritization
User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options 4 - 19 PDF Prioritization Parameter # F1h CFh Enable this feature to delay decoding a 1D bar code (Code 128 of 8 to 25 characters length) by the value specified PDF Prioritization Timeout.
Page 63: Hand-Held Decode Aiming Pattern
4 - 20 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Hand-Held Decode Aiming Pattern Parameter # F0h 32h Select Enable Hand-Held Decode Aiming Pattern to project the aiming pattern during bar code capture, Disable Hand-Held Decode Aiming Pattern to turn the aiming pattern off, or Enable Hand-Held Decode Aiming Pattern on PDF to project the aiming pattern when the digital scanner detects a 2D bar code.
Page 64: Hands-Free Decode Aiming Pattern
User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options 4 - 21 Hands-Free Decode Aiming Pattern Parameter # F1h 4Eh Select Enable Hands-Free Decode Aiming Pattern to project the aiming pattern during bar code capture, Disable Hands-Free Decode Aiming Pattern to turn the aiming pattern off, or Enable Hands-Free Decode Aiming Pattern on PDF to project the aiming pattern when the digital scanner detects a PDF bar code.
Page 65: Presentation Mode Field Of View
4 - 22 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Presentation Mode Field of View Parameter # F1h 61h In presentation mode, by default the digital scanner searches the larger area of the aiming pattern ( Full Field of View To search for a bar code in a smaller region around the aiming pattern in order to speed search time, select...
Page 66: Decoding Illumination (Hand-Held Mode Only)
User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options 4 - 23 Decoding Illumination (Hand-held Mode only) Parameter # F0h 2Ah Selecting Enable Decoding Illumination causes the digital scanner to flash illumination to aid decoding. Select Disable Decoding Illumination to prevent the digital scanner from using decoding illumination. Enabling illumination usually results in superior decoding.
Page 67: Multicode Expression
4 - 24 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Multicode Expression Parameter # F1h 95h Use this feature to program a multicode expression for Multicode Mode (grid method). The default is 1, which indicates any bar code. To set the multicode expression: Scan the bar code below.
Page 68: Notes
User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options 4 - 25 Notes When defining multicode expressions consider the following: • Use the Code Type specifier if there are bar codes of more than one code type in view. • Always use the Region specifier when there are multiple bar codes of the same code type. •...
Page 69: Example 1
4 - 26 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Example 1 To decode one Code 128 bar code anywhere in the image (even when bar codes of other types are in view), as in Figure 4-1, program the expression as follows: The expression in decimal is (formatted for readability): 1 C 2 0 8 ;...
Page 70: Example 2A
User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options 4 - 27 Example 2a To decode a Code128 (Code Type=8) on the top half of the image and a PDF417 (Code Type=15) on the bottom half of the image, as in Figure 4-2, program the expression as follows: The expression in decimal is (formatted for readability): 2 C 2 0 8 R 4 0 0 100 50 ;...
Page 71: Example 3
4 - 28 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Example 3 To decode the set of three bar codes while excluding the center Code 128 bar code, as in Figure 4-3, the expression is: The expression in decimal is (formatted for readability): 3 C 2 0 15 R 4 0 0 40 40 ;...
Page 72: Multicode Mode Concatenation
User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options 4 - 29 Multicode Mode Concatenation Parameter # F1h CDh Enable this parameter to transmit multiple decoded bar codes, as specified by the Multicode Expression, as one bar code. Use the Multicode Concatenation Symbology parameter to specify how the concatenated bar codes transmit.
Page 73: Multicode Concatenation Symbology
4 - 30 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Multicode Concatenation Symbology Parameter # F1h D2h Use this parameter to specify how to transmit the concatenated bar codes decoded as specified by the Multicode Expression. Multicode Mode Concatenation must be enabled to use this option.
Page 74: Multicode Troubleshooting
User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options 4 - 31 Multicode Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Multicode Expression Programming Use the following suggestions if encountering problems programming a multicode expression: • Ensure the expression is valid. Invalid expressions are rejected during programming. When an expression is rejected the previous expression remains intact.
Page 75: Examples Of Simple Multicode Expressions
4 - 32 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Examples of Simple Multicode Expressions The simplest multicode expression is: • One bar code of any type, anywhere in the image. • To program this use: [MultiCode-Expression] 01 ; [End Of Message] Another simple multicode expression is: •...
Page 76: Miscellaneous Scanner Parameters
User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options 4 - 33 Miscellaneous Scanner Parameters Transmit Code ID Character Parameter # 2Dh A Code ID character identifies the code type of a scanned bar code. This is useful when decoding more than one code type.
Page 77: Prefix/Suffix Values
4 - 34 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Prefix/Suffix Values Key Category Parameter # P = 63h S1 = 62h S2 = 64h Decimal Value Parameter # P = 69h S1 = 68h S2 = 6Ah Default Value = 7013 <CR> <LF>...
Page 78: Scan Data Transmission Format
User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options 4 - 35 Scan Data Transmission Format Parameter # EBh To change the scan data format, scan one of the following eight bar codes corresponding to the desired format. NOTE If using this parameter do not use ADF rules to set the prefix/suffix To set values for the prefix and/or suffix, see Prefix/Suffix Values on page 4-34.
Page 79: Fn1 Substitution Values
4 - 36 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Scan Data Transmission Format (continued) <PREFIX> <DATA> <SUFFIX 1> (05h) <PREFIX> <DATA> <SUFFIX 2> (06h) <PREFIX> <DATA> <SUFFIX 1> <SUFFIX 2> (07h) FN1 Substitution Values Key Category Parameter # 67h Decimal Value Parameter # 6Dh The wedge and USB HID keyboard hosts support a FN1 Substitution feature.
Page 80: Transmit "No Read" Message
User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options 4 - 37 Transmit “No Read” Message Parameter # 5Eh Scan a bar code below to select whether or not to transmit a No Read message. Enable this to transmit the characters NR when a successful decode does not occur before trigger release or the Decode Session Timeout expires.
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Page 82: Chapter 5 Usb Interface
Chapter 5 USB Interface Introduction This chapter describes how to set up the digital scanner with a USB host. The digital scanner connects directly to a USB host, or a powered USB hub, which powers it. No additional power supply is required. Throughout the programming bar code menus, asterisks ( ) indicate default values.
Page 83: Connecting A Usb Interface
USB Connection. NOTE When connecting via USB use the shielded connector cable (e.g., p/n CBA-U21-S07ZAR). Refer to Solution Builder for guidance about cables. If upgrading an LS2208 or LS4208 to a DS4208, the shielded connector cable must be used. The digital scanner connects with USB-capable hosts including: •...
Page 84: Usb Parameter Defaults
USB Interface 5 - 3 To set up the digital scanner: NOTE Interface cables vary depending on configuration. The connectors illustrated in Figure 5-1 are examples only. The connectors may be different than those illustrated, but the steps to connect the digital scanner are the same.
Page 85 5 - 4 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Table 5-1 USB Interface Parameter Defaults (Continued) Page Parameter Default Number Emulate Keypad Disable 5-13 Emulate Keypad with Leading Zero Disable 5-13 USB FN1 Substitution Disable 5-14 Function Key Mapping Disable...
Page 86: Usb Host Parameters
USB Interface 5 - 5 USB Host Parameters USB Device Type Select the desired USB device type. NOTE When changing USB Device Types, the digital scanner automatically resets and issues the standard startup beep sequences. NOTE Before selecting CDC COM Port Emulation, install the CDC INF file on the host to ensure the scanner does not stall during power up (due to a failure to enumerate USB).
Page 87: Symbol Native Api (Snapi) Status Handshaking
5 - 6 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide USB Device Type (continued) Simple COM Port Emulation CDC COM Port Emulation Symbol Native API (SNAPI) without Imaging Interface Symbol Native API (SNAPI) Status Handshaking After selecting a SNAPI interface as the USB device type, select whether to enable or disable status handshaking.
Page 88: Usb Country Keyboard Types - Country Codes
USB Interface 5 - 7 USB Country Keyboard Types - Country Codes Scan the bar code corresponding to the keyboard type. This setting applies only to the USB HID Keyboard Emulation device. NOTE When changing USB country keyboard types the digital scanner automatically resets and issues the standard startup beep sequences.
Page 89 5 - 8 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide USB Country Keyboard Types - Country Codes (continued) French Belgian Windows Spanish Windows Italian Windows Swedish Windows UK English Windows Japanese Windows (ASCII) Portuguese-Brazilian Windows...
Page 90: Usb Keystroke Delay
USB Interface 5 - 9 USB Keystroke Delay This parameter sets the delay, in milliseconds, between emulated keystrokes. Scan a bar code below to increase the delay when hosts require a slower transmission of data. No Delay Medium Delay (20 msec) Long Delay (40 msec)
Page 91: Simulated Caps Lock
5 - 10 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Simulated Caps Lock Enable this to invert upper and lower case characters on the bar code as if the Caps Lock state is enabled on the keyboard. This inversion occurs regardless of the keyboard’s Caps Lock state. Note that this only applies to alpha characters.
Page 92: Usb Ignore Unknown Characters
USB Interface 5 - 11 USB Ignore Unknown Characters This option applies only to the HID Keyboard Emulation device and IBM device. Unknown characters are characters the host does not recognize. Select Send Bar Codes With Unknown Characters to send all bar code data except for unknown characters.
Page 93: Usb Ignore Beep Directive
5 - 12 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide USB Ignore Beep Directive This applies only to IBM handheld, IBM tabletop, and OPOS devices. Scan one of the following bar codes to honor or ignore a beep directive. All directives are still acknowledged as if they were processed.
Page 94: Emulate Keypad
USB Interface 5 - 13 Emulate Keypad Enable this to send all characters as ASCII sequences over the numeric keypad. For example ASCII A transmits as “ALT make” 0 6 5 “ALT Break”. Disable Keypad Emulation Enable Keypad Emulation Emulate Keypad with Leading Zero Enable this to send character sequences sent over the numeric keypad as ISO characters which have a leading zero.
Page 95: Usb Keyboard Fn 1 Substitution
5 - 14 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide USB Keyboard FN 1 Substitution This option applies only to the USB HID Keyboard Emulation device. Enable this to replace any FN 1 characters in an EAN 128 bar code with a user-selected Key Category and value (see FN1 Substitution Values on page 4-36 set the Key Category and Key Value).
Page 96: Convert Case
USB Interface 5 - 15 Convert Case Enable this to convert all bar code data to the selected case. No Case Conversion Convert All to Upper Case Convert All to Lower Case USB Static CDC When disabled, each device connected consumes another COM port (first device = COM1, second device = COM2, third device = COM3, etc.) When enabled, each device connects to the same COM port.
Page 97: Usb Polling Interval
5 - 16 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide USB Polling Interval This option applies only to the USB HID Keyboard Emulation Device. Scan a bar code below to set the polling interval. The polling interval determines the rate at which data can be sent between the scanner and the host computer.
Page 98 USB Interface 5 - 17 USB Polling Interval (continued) 5 msec 6 msec 7 msec 8 msec 9 msec...
Page 99: Quick Keypad Emulation
5 - 18 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Quick Keypad Emulation This option applies only to the HID Keyboard Emulation Device and if Emulate Keypad is enabled. This parameter enables a quicker method of keypad emulation where ASCII sequences are only sent for ASCII characters not found on the keyboard.
Page 100: Ascii Character Set For Usb
USB Interface 5 - 19 ASCII Character Set for USB Table 5-2 USB Prefix/Suffix Values Full ASCII Code 39 Prefix/ Suffix Value Keystroke Encode Char.acter 1000 CTRL 2 1001 CTRL A 1002 CTRL B 1003 CTRL C 1004 CTRL D 1005 CTRL E 1006...
Page 101 5 - 20 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Table 5-2 USB Prefix/Suffix Values (Continued) Full ASCII Code 39 Prefix/ Suffix Value Keystroke Encode Char.acter 1025 CTRL Y 1026 CTRL Z 1027 CTRL [/ESC 1028 CTRL \ 1029 CTRL ]...
Page 102 USB Interface 5 - 21 Table 5-2 USB Prefix/Suffix Values (Continued) Full ASCII Code 39 Prefix/ Suffix Value Keystroke Encode Char.acter 1053 1054 1055 1056 1057 1058 1059 1060 < 1061 1062 > 1063 1064 1065 1066 1067 1068 1069 1070 1071 1072...
Page 103 5 - 22 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Table 5-2 USB Prefix/Suffix Values (Continued) Full ASCII Code 39 Prefix/ Suffix Value Keystroke Encode Char.acter 1081 1082 1083 1084 1085 1086 1087 1088 1089 1090 1091 1092 1093 1094 1095...
Page 104 USB Interface 5 - 23 Table 5-2 USB Prefix/Suffix Values (Continued) Full ASCII Code 39 Prefix/ Suffix Value Keystroke Encode Char.acter 1109 1110 1111 1112 1113 1114 1115 1116 1117 1118 1119 1120 1121 1122 1123 1124 1125 1126 The keystroke in bold transmits only if you enable Function Key Mapping on page 5-14.
Page 105 5 - 24 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Table 5-3 USB ALT Key Character Set ALT Keys Keystroke 2064 ALT 2 2065 ALT A 2066 ALT B 2067 ALT C 2068 ALT D 2069 ALT E 2070 ALT F...
Page 106 USB Interface 5 - 25 Table 5-4 USB GUI Key Character Set GUI Key Keystroke 3000 Right Control Key 3048 GUI 0 3049 GUI 1 3050 GUI 2 3051 GUI 3 3052 GUI 4 3053 GUI 5 3054 GUI 6 3055 GUI 7 3056...
Page 107 5 - 26 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Table 5-4 USB GUI Key Character Set (Continued) GUI Key Keystroke 3081 GUI Q 3082 GUI R 3083 GUI S 3084 GUI T 3085 GUI U 3086 GUI V 3087 GUI W...
Page 108 USB Interface 5 - 27 Table 5-5 USB F Key Character Set F Keys Keystroke 5001 5002 5003 5004 5005 5006 5007 5008 5009 5010 5011 5012 5013 5014 5015 5016 5017 5018 5019 5020 5021 5022 5023 5024...
Page 109 5 - 28 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Table 5-6 USB Numeric Keypad Character Set Numeric Keypad Keystroke 6042 6043 6044 undefined 6045 6046 6047 6048 6049 6050 6051 6052 6053 6054 6055 6056 6057 6058 Enter 6059 Num Lock...
Page 110 USB Interface 5 - 29 Table 5-7 USB Extended Keypad Character Set Extended Keypad Keystroke 7001 Break 7002 Delete 7003 PgUp 7004 7005 Pg Dn 7006 Pause 7007 Scroll Lock 7008 Backspace 7009 7010 Print Screen 7011 Insert 7012 Home 7013 Enter 7014...
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Page 112: Chapter 6 Rs-232 Interface
NOTE he digital scanner uses TTL RS-232 signal levels, which interface with most system architectures. For system architectures requiring RS-232C signal levels, Motorola offers different cables providing TTL-to-RS-232C conversion. Contact Motorola Solutions Support for more information. Throughout the programming bar code menus, asterisks ( ) indicate default values.
Page 113: Connecting An Rs-232 Interface
6 - 2 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Connecting an RS-232 Interface Connect the digital scanner directly to the host computer. Serial Port Connector to Host Interface Cable Power Supply Cable Figure 6-1 RS-232 Direct Connection NOTE Interface cables vary depending on configuration. The connectors illustrated in...
Page 114: Rs-232 Parameter Defaults
2 Sec 6-15 RTS Line State Low RTS 6-16 Beep on <BEL> Disable 6-16 Intercharacter Delay 0 msec 6-17 Nixdorf Beep/LED Options Normal Operation 6-18 Ignore Unknown Characters Send Bar Code 6-18 Note: The DS4208 supports one stop bit only.
Page 115: Host Parameters
6 - 4 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide RS-232 Host Parameters Various RS-232 hosts use their own parameter default settings. Selecting standard, ICL, Fujitsu, Wincor-Nixdorf Mode A, Wincor-Nixdorf Mode B, OPOS/JPOS, Olivetti, Omron, or Common Use Terminal Equipment (CUTE-LP/LG bar code readers) sets the defaults listed in Table 6-2.
Page 116 RS-232 Interface 6 - 5 RS-232 Host Parameters (continued) Selecting ICL, Fujitsu, Wincor-Nixdorf Mode A, Wincor-Nixdorf Mode B, OPOS/JPOS, Olivetti, Omron, or Common Use Terminal Equipment (CUTE-LP/LG bar code readers) enables the transmission of code ID characters listed in Table 6-3.
Page 117: Host Types
6 - 6 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide RS-232 Host Types To select an RS-232 host interface, scan one of the following bar codes. Standard RS-232 ICL RS-232 Wincor-Nixdorf RS-232 Mode A Wincor-Nixdorf RS-232 Mode B Olivetti ORS4500 Omron Scanning Standard RS-232 activates the RS-232 driver, but does not change port settings (e.g., parity, data bits,...
Page 118 RS-232 Interface 6 - 7 RS-232 Host Types (continued) OPOS/JPOS Fujitsu RS-232 CUTE The CUTE host disables all parameter scanning, including Set Defaults. If you inadvertently select CUTE, scan Enable Parameter Bar Code Scanning (01h) on page 4-5, then change the host selection.
Page 119: Baud Rate
6 - 8 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Baud Rate Baud rate is the number of bits of data transmitted per second. Set the digital scanner's baud rate to match the baud rate setting of the host device. Otherwise, data may not reach the host device or may reach it in distorted form.
Page 120: Parity
RS-232 Interface 6 - 9 Parity A parity check bit is the most significant bit of each ASCII coded character. Select the parity type according to host device requirements. • Select Odd parity to set the parity bit value to 0 or 1, based on data, to ensure that the coded character contains an odd number of 1 bits.
Page 121: Stop Bit Select
6 - 10 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Stop Bit Select The stop bit(s) at the end of each transmitted character marks the end of transmission of one character and prepares the receiving device for the next character in the serial data stream. Select the number of stop bits (one or two) based on the number the receiving terminal is programmed to accommodate.
Page 122: Check Receive Errors
RS-232 Interface 6 - 11 Check Receive Errors Select whether or not to check the parity, framing, and overrun of received characters. The parity value of received characters is verified against the parity parameter selected above. Check For Received Errors Do Not Check For Received Errors Hardware Handshaking The data interface consists of an RS-232 port designed to operate either with or without the hardware handshaking...
Page 123 6 - 12 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Hardware Handshaking (continued) • None: Scan this bar code to disable hardware handshaking. • Standard RTS/CTS: Scan this bar code to select Standard RTS/CTS Hardware Handshaking. • RTS/CTS Option 1: If you select RTS/CTS Option 1, the digital scanner asserts RTS before transmitting and ignores the state of CTS.
Page 124: Software Handshaking
RS-232 Interface 6 - 13 Software Handshaking This parameter offers control of the data transmission process in addition to, or instead of, that offered by hardware handshaking. There are five options. If software handshaking and hardware handshaking are both enabled, hardware handshaking takes precedence. •...
Page 125 6 - 14 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Software Handshaking (continued) None ACK/NAK ACK/NAK with ENQ XON/XOFF...
Page 126: Host Serial Response Time-Out
RS-232 Interface 6 - 15 Host Serial Response Time-out This parameter specifies how long the digital scanner waits for an ACK, NAK, or CTS before determining that a transmission error occurred. This only applies when in one of the ACK/NAK software handshaking modes, or RTS/CTS hardware handshaking mode.
Page 127: Rts Line State
6 - 16 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide RTS Line State This parameter sets the idle state of the Serial Host RTS line. Scan a bar code below to select Low RTS or High RTS line state. Host: Low RTS Host: High RTS Beep on <BEL>...
Page 128: Intercharacter Delay
RS-232 Interface 6 - 17 Intercharacter Delay This parameter specifies the intercharacter delay inserted between character transmissions. Minimum: 0 msec Low: 25 msec Medium: 50 msec High: 75 msec Maximum: 99 msec...
Page 129: Nixdorf Beep/Led Options
6 - 18 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Nixdorf Beep/LED Options If you selected Nixdorf Mode B, this indicates when the digital scanner beeps and turns on its LED after a decode. Normal Operation (Beep/LED immediately after decode) Beep/LED After Transmission...
Page 130: Ascii Character Set For Rs-232
RS-232 Interface 6 - 19 ASCII Character Set for RS-232 You can assign the values in Table 6-4 as prefixes or suffixes for ASCII character data transmission. Table 6-4 Prefix/Suffix Values Prefix/Suffix Full ASCII ASCII Character Value Code 39 Encode Character 1000 1001 1002...
Page 131 6 - 20 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Table 6-4 Prefix/Suffix Values (Continued) Prefix/Suffix Full ASCII ASCII Character Value Code 39 Encode Character 1027 1028 1029 1030 1031 1032 Space Space 1033 1034 " 1035 1036 1037 1038 &...
Page 132 RS-232 Interface 6 - 21 Table 6-4 Prefix/Suffix Values (Continued) Prefix/Suffix Full ASCII ASCII Character Value Code 39 Encode Character 1057 1058 1059 1060 < 1061 1062 > 1063 1064 1065 1066 1067 1068 1069 1070 1071 1072 1073 1074 1075 1076 1077...
Page 133 6 - 22 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Table 6-4 Prefix/Suffix Values (Continued) Prefix/Suffix Full ASCII ASCII Character Value Code 39 Encode Character 1087 1088 1089 1090 1091 1092 1093 1094 1095 1096 1097 1098 1099 1100 1101 1102...
Page 134 RS-232 Interface 6 - 23 Table 6-4 Prefix/Suffix Values (Continued) Prefix/Suffix Full ASCII ASCII Character Value Code 39 Encode Character 1117 1118 1119 1120 1121 1122 1123 1124 1125 1126 1127 Undefined 7013 ENTER...
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Page 136: Chapter 7 Ibm 468X / 469X Interface
Chapter 7 IBM 468X / 469X Interface Introduction This chapter describes how to set up the digital scanner with an IBM 468X/469X host. Throughout the programming bar code menus, asterisks ( ) indicate default values. Disable Convert Unknown to Code 39 Feature/Option Indicates Default NOTE Most computer monitors allow scanning the bar codes directly on the screen.
Page 137: Connecting To An Ibm 468X/469X Host
7 - 2 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Connecting to an IBM 468X/469X Host Connect the digital scanner directly to the host interface. Interface cable Host Port Connector Figure 7-1 IBM Direct Connection NOTE Interface cables vary depending on configuration. The connectors illustrated in...
Page 138: Ibm Parameter Defaults
IBM 468X / 469X Interface 7 - 3 IBM Parameter Defaults Table 7-1 lists the defaults for IBM host parameters. To change any option, scan the appropriate bar code(s) provided in the Parameter Descriptions section beginning on page 7-4. NOTE See Appendix A, Standard Default Parameters for all user preferences, hosts, symbologies, and miscellaneous default parameters.
Page 139: Ibm 468X/469X Host Parameters
7 - 4 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide IBM 468X/469X Host Parameters Port Address This parameter sets the IBM 468X/469X port used. NOTE Scanning one of these bar codes enables the RS-485 interface on the digital scanner. None Selected...
Page 140: Convert Unknown To Code 39
IBM 468X / 469X Interface 7 - 5 Convert Unknown to Code 39 Scan a bar code below to enable or disable the conversion of unknown bar code type data to Code 39. Enable Convert Unknown to Code 39 Disable Convert Unknown to Code 39 Ignore Beep Directive Scan one of the following bar codes to honor or ignore a beep directive made over the IBM RS-485 bus.
Page 141: Ignore Configuration Directive
7 - 6 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Ignore Configuration Directive Scan one of the following bar codes to honor or ignore a code type enable/disable directive made over the IBM RS-485 bus. All directives are still acknowledged to the IBM RS-485 host as if they were processed.
Page 142: Chapter 8 Keyboard Wedge Interface
Chapter 8 Keyboard Wedge Interface Introduction This chapter describes how to set up a Keyboard Wedge interface with the digital scanner. With this interface, the digital scanner is connected between the keyboard and host computer, and translates bar code data into keystrokes.
Page 143: Connecting A Keyboard Wedge Interface
8 - 2 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Connecting a Keyboard Wedge Interface Male DIN Connector Keyboard Female DIN Connector Connector Figure 8-1 Keyboard Wedge Connection with Y-cable To connect the Keyboard Wedge interface Y-cable: NOTE Interface cables vary depending on configuration. The connectors illustrated in...
Page 144: Keyboard Wedge Parameter Defaults
Keyboard Wedge Interface 8 - 3 Keyboard Wedge Parameter Defaults Table 8-1 lists the defaults for Keyboard Wedge host parameters. To change any option, scan the appropriate bar code(s) in the Keyboard Wedge Host Parameters section beginning on page 8-4. NOTE See Appendix A, Standard Default Parameters for all user preferences, hosts, symbologies, and...
Page 145: Keyboard Wedge Host Parameters
8 - 4 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Keyboard Wedge Host Parameters Keyboard Wedge Host Types Select the Keyboard Wedge host by scanning one of the bar codes below. IBM PC/AT & IBM PC Compatibles IBM AT Notebook...
Page 146: Keyboard Wedge Country Types - Country Codes
Keyboard Wedge Interface 8 - 5 Keyboard Wedge Country Types - Country Codes Scan the bar code corresponding to the keyboard type. If your keyboard type does not appear, see Alternate Numeric Keypad Emulation on page 8-8. North American German Windows French Windows French Canadian Windows 95/98 French Canadian Windows XP/2000...
Page 147 8 - 6 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Keyboard Wedge Country Types - Country Codes (continued) Spanish Windows Italian Windows Swedish Windows UK English Windows Japanese Windows Portuguese-Brazilian Windows...
Page 148: Ignore Unknown Characters
Keyboard Wedge Interface 8 - 7 Ignore Unknown Characters Unknown characters are characters the host does not recognize. Select Send Bar Codes With Unknown Characters to send all bar code data except for unknown characters. The digital scanner issues no error beeps. Select Do Not Send Bar Codes With Unknown Characters to send bar code data up to the first unknown character.
Page 149: Intra-Keystroke Delay
8 - 8 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Intra-Keystroke Delay Enable this to insert an additional delay between each emulated key depression and release. This sets the Keystroke Delay parameter to a minimum of 5 msec as well. Enable...
Page 150: Simulated Caps Lock
Keyboard Wedge Interface 8 - 9 Simulated Caps Lock Enable this to invert upper and lower case characters on the bar code as if the Caps Lock state is enabled on the keyboard. This inversion occurs regardless of the keyboard’s Caps Lock state. Note that this only applies to alpha characters.
Page 151: Convert Wedge Case
8 - 10 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Convert Wedge Case Enable this to convert all bar code data to the selected case. Convert to Upper Case Convert to Lower Case No Convert Function Key Mapping ASCII values under 32 are normally sent as control key sequences (see Table 8-2 on page 8-13).
Page 152: Fn1 Substitution
Keyboard Wedge Interface 8 - 11 FN1 Substitution Enable this to replace FN1 characters in an EAN128 bar code with a user-selected keystroke (see Substitution Values on page 4-36). Enable Disable Send Make and Break Enable this to prevent sending the scan codes for releasing a key. Send Make and Break Scan Codes Send Make Scan Code Only NOTE Windows-based systems must use Send Make and Break Scan Codes.
Page 153: Keyboard Maps
8 - 12 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Keyboard Maps Refer to the following keyboard maps for prefix/suffix keystroke parameters. To program the prefix/suffix values, see the bar codes on page 4-34. 7006 7014 5001 5002 5003 5004 5005...
Page 154: Ascii Character Set For Keyboard Wedge
Keyboard Wedge Interface 8 - 13 ASCII Character Set for Keyboard Wedge NOTE Code 39 Full ASCII interprets the bar code special character ($ + % /) preceding a Code 39 character and assigns an ASCII character value to the pair. For example, if you enable Code 39 Full ASCII and scan +B, it transmits as b, %J as ?, and %V as @.
Page 155 8 - 14 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Table 8-2 Keyboard Wedge ASCII Character Set (Continued) Full ASCII Code 39 ASCII Value Keystroke Encode Char.acter 1024 CTRL X 1025 CTRL Y 1026 CTRL Z 1027 CTRL [ /ESC 1028...
Page 156 Keyboard Wedge Interface 8 - 15 Table 8-2 Keyboard Wedge ASCII Character Set (Continued) Full ASCII Code 39 ASCII Value Keystroke Encode Char.acter 1052 1053 1054 1055 1056 1057 1058 1059 1060 < 1061 1062 > 1063 1064 1065 1066 1067 1068 1069...
Page 157 8 - 16 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Table 8-2 Keyboard Wedge ASCII Character Set (Continued) Full ASCII Code 39 ASCII Value Keystroke Encode Char.acter 1080 1081 1082 1083 1084 1085 1086 1087 1088 1089 1090 1091 1092 1093...
Page 158 Keyboard Wedge Interface 8 - 17 Table 8-2 Keyboard Wedge ASCII Character Set (Continued) Full ASCII Code 39 ASCII Value Keystroke Encode Char.acter 1108 1109 1110 1111 1112 1113 1114 1115 1116 1117 1118 1119 1120 1121 1122 1123 1124 1125 1126 The keystroke in bold transmits only if you enabled Function Key Mapping on...
Page 159 8 - 18 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Table 8-3 Keyboard Wedge ALT Key Character Set (Continued) ALT Keys Keystroke 2072 ALT H 2073 ALT I 2074 ALT J 2075 ALT K 2076 ALT L 2077 ALT M 2078...
Page 160 Keyboard Wedge Interface 8 - 19 Table 8-4 Keyboard Wedge GUI Key Character Set (Continued) GUI Keys Keystrokes 3056 GUI 8 3057 GUI 9 3065 GUI A 3066 GUI B 3067 GUI C 3068 GUI D 3069 GUI E 3070 GUI F 3071 GUI G...
Page 161 8 - 20 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Table 8-5 Keyboard Wedge F Key Character Set F Keys Keystroke 5001 5002 5003 5004 5005 5006 5007 5008 5009 5010 5011 5012 5013 5014 5015 5016 5017 5018 5019 5020...
Page 162 Keyboard Wedge Interface 8 - 21 Table 8-6 Keyboard Wedge Numeric Keypad Character Set (Continued) Numeric Keypad Keystroke 6046 6047 6048 6049 6050 6051 6052 6053 6054 6055 6056 6057 6058 Enter 6059 Num Lock Table 8-7 Keyboard Wedge Extended Keypad Character Set Extended Keypad Keystroke 7001...
Page 163 8 - 22 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Table 8-7 Keyboard Wedge Extended Keypad Character Set (Continued) Extended Keypad Keystroke 7015 Up Arrow 7016 Dn Arrow 7017 Left Arrow 7018 Right Arrow...
Page 164: Chapter 9 Symbologies
Chapter 9 Symbologies Introduction This chapter describes symbology features and provides programming bar codes for selecting these features. Before programming, follow the instructions in Chapter 1, Getting Started. To set feature values, scan a single bar code or a short bar code sequence. The settings are stored in non-volatile memory and are preserved even when the digital scanner powers down.
Page 165: Errors While Scanning
9 - 2 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Errors While Scanning Unless otherwise specified, to correct an error during a scanning sequence, just re-scan the correct parameter. Symbology Parameter Defaults Table 9-1 lists the defaults for all symbologies parameters. To change the default values, scan the appropriate bar codes in this guide.
Page 166 Symbologies 9 - 3 Table 9-1 Parameter Defaults (Continued) Parameter Page Parameter Default Number Number UPC-E1 Preamble System Character 9-20 Convert UPC-E to A Disable 9-21 Convert UPC-E1 to A Disable 9-21 EAN-8/JAN-8 Extend Disable 9-22 UCC Coupon Extended Code Disable 9-22 Coupon Report...
Page 167 9 - 4 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Table 9-1 Parameter Defaults (Continued) Parameter Page Parameter Default Number Number Code 11 Code 11 Disable 9-39 Set Lengths for Code 11 1Ch, 1Dh Length Within 9-39 Range: 4 to 55...
Page 168 Symbologies 9 - 5 Table 9-1 Parameter Defaults (Continued) Parameter Page Parameter Default Number Number Matrix 2 of 5 Matrix 2 of 5 F1h 6Ah Disable 9-56 Matrix 2 of 5 Lengths F1h 6Bh Length; 9-57 F1h 6Ch Length = 14 Matrix 2 of 5 Check Digit F1h 6Eh Disable...
Page 169 9 - 6 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Table 9-1 Parameter Defaults (Continued) Parameter Page Parameter Default Number Number Composite TLC-39 F0h 73h Disable 9-72 UPC Composite Mode F0h 58h Never Linked 9-72 Composite Beep Mode F0h 8Eh Beep As Each Code...
Page 170: Disable All Code Types
Symbologies 9 - 7 Disable All Code Types To disable all symbologies, scan the bar code below. This is useful when enabling only a few code types. Disable All Code Types...
Page 171: Upc/Ean
9 - 8 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide UPC/EAN Enable/Disable UPC-A Parameter # 01h To enable or disable UPC-A, scan the appropriate bar code below Enable UPC-A (01h) Disable UPC-A (00h) Enable/Disable UPC-E Parameter # 02h To enable or disable UPC-E, scan the appropriate bar code below...
Page 172: Enable/Disable Upc-E1
Symbologies 9 - 9 Enable/Disable UPC-E1 Parameter # 0Ch UPC-E1 is disabled by default. To enable or disable UPC-E1, scan the appropriate bar code below. NOTE UPC-E1 is not a UCC (Uniform Code Council) approved symbology. Enable UPC-E1 (01h) Disable UPC-E1 (00h) Enable/Disable EAN-8/JAN-8 Parameter # 04h...
Page 173: Enable/Disable Ean-13/Jan
9 - 10 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Enable/Disable EAN-13/JAN-13 Parameter # 03h To enable or disable EAN-13/JAN-13, scan the appropriate bar code below Enable EAN-13/JAN-13 (01h) Disable EAN-13/JAN-13 (00h) Enable/Disable Bookland EAN Parameter # 53h To enable or disable Bookland EAN, scan the appropriate bar code below.
Page 174: Bookland Isbn Format
Symbologies 9 - 11 Bookland ISBN Format Parameter # F1h 40h If Bookland EAN is enabled, select one of the following formats for Bookland data: • Bookland ISBN-10 - The digital scanner reports Bookland data starting with 978 in traditional 10-digit format with the special Bookland check digit for backward-compatibility.
Page 175: Decode Upc/Ean/Jan Supplementals
9 - 12 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Decode UPC/EAN/JAN Supplementals Parameter # 10h Supplementals are bar codes appended according to specific format conventions (e.g., UPC A+2, UPC E+2, EAN 13+2). The following options are available: • If you select Ignore UPC/EAN with Supplementals, and the digital scanner is presented with a UPC/EAN plus supplemental symbol, the scanner decodes UPC/EAN and ignores the supplemental characters.
Page 176 Symbologies 9 - 13 Decode UPC/EAN/JAN Supplementals (continued) Decode UPC/EAN/JAN Only With Supplementals (01h) Ignore Supplementals (00h) Autodiscriminate UPC/EAN/JAN Supplementals (02h) Enable 378/379 Supplemental Mode (04h) Enable 978/979 Supplemental Mode (05h) Enable 977 Supplemental Mode (07h)
Page 177 9 - 14 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Decode UPC/EAN/JAN Supplementals (continued) 414/419/434/439 Supplemental Mode Enable (06h) 491 Supplemental Mode Enable (08h) Enable Smart Supplemental Mode (03h) Supplemental User-Programmable Type 1 (09h) Supplemental User-Programmable Type 1 and 2 (0Ah)
Page 178: User-Programmable Supplementals
Symbologies 9 - 15 User-Programmable Supplementals Supplemental 1: Parameter # F1h 43h Supplemental 2: Parameter # F1h 44h If you selected a Supplemental User-Programmable option from Decode UPC/EAN/JAN Supplementals on page 9-12, select User-Programmable Supplemental 1 to set the 3-digit prefix. Then select the 3 digits using the numeric bar codes beginning on page D-1.
Page 179: Upc/Ean/Jan Supplemental Aim Id Format
9 - 16 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide UPC/EAN/JAN Supplemental AIM ID Format Parameter # F1h A0h Select an output format when reporting UPC/EAN/JAN bar codes with Supplementals with Transmit Code ID Character on page 4-33 set to AIM Code ID Character •...
Page 180: Transmit Upc-A Check Digit
Symbologies 9 - 17 Transmit UPC-A Check Digit Parameter # 28h The check digit is the last character of the symbol used to verify the integrity of the data. Scan the appropriate bar code below to transmit the bar code data with or without the UPC-A check digit. It is always verified to guarantee the integrity of the data.
Page 181: Transmit Upc-E1 Check Digit
9 - 18 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Transmit UPC-E1 Check Digit Parameter # 2Ah The check digit is the last character of the symbol used to verify the integrity of the data. Scan the appropriate bar code below to transmit the bar code data with or without the UPC-E1 check digit. It is always verified to guarantee the integrity of the data.
Page 182: Upc-E Preamble
Symbologies 9 - 19 UPC-E Preamble Parameter # 23h Preamble characters are part of the UPC symbol, and include Country Code and System Character. There are three options for transmitting a UPC-E preamble to the host device: transmit System Character only, transmit System Character and Country Code (“0”...
Page 183: Upc-E1 Preamble
9 - 20 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide UPC-E1 Preamble Parameter # 24h Preamble characters are part of the UPC symbol, and include Country Code and System Character. There are three options for transmitting a UPC-E1 preamble to the host device: transmit System Character only, transmit System Character and Country Code (“0”...
Page 184: Convert Upc-E To Upc-A
Symbologies 9 - 21 Convert UPC-E to UPC-A Parameter # 25h Enable this to convert UPC-E (zero suppressed) decoded data to UPC-A format before transmission. After conversion, the data follows UPC-A format and is affected by UPC-A programming selections (e.g., Preamble, Check Digit).
Page 185: Ean-8/Jan-8 Extend
9 - 22 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide EAN-8/JAN-8 Extend Parameter # 27h Enable this parameter to add five leading zeros to decoded EAN-8 symbols to make them compatible in format to EAN-13 symbols. Disable this to transmit EAN-8 symbols as is.
Page 186: Coupon Report
Symbologies 9 - 23 Coupon Report Parameter # F1h DAh Traditional coupon symbols (old coupon symbols) are composed of two bar codes: UPC/EAN and Code128. A new coupon symbol is composed of a single Databar Expanded bar code. The new coupon format offers more options for purchase values (up to $999.99) and supports complex discount offers such as a second purchase requirement.
Page 187: Issn Ean
9 - 24 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide ISSN EAN Parameter # F1h 69h To enable or disable ISSN EAN, scan the appropriate bar code below. Enable ISSN EAN (01h) Disable ISSN EAN (00h)
Page 188: Code 128
Symbologies 9 - 25 Code 128 Enable/Disable Code 128 Parameter # 08h To enable or disable Code 128, scan the appropriate bar code below. Enable Code 128 (01h) Disable Code 128 (00h) Set Lengths for Code 128 Parameter # L1 = D1h, L2 = D2h The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable characters), including check digit(s) the code contains.
Page 189: Set Lengths For Code 128
9 - 26 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Set Lengths for Code 128 (continued) Code 128 - One Discrete Length Code 128 - Two Discrete Lengths Code 128 - Length Within Range *Code 128 - Any Length Enable/Disable GS1-128 (formerly UCC/EAN-128) Parameter # 0Eh To enable or disable GS1-128, scan the appropriate bar code below.
Page 190: Enable/Disable Isbt 128
Symbologies 9 - 27 Enable/Disable ISBT 128 Parameter # 54h ISBT 128 is a variant of Code 128 used in the blood bank industry. Scan a bar code below to enable or disable ISBT 128. If necessary, the host must perform concatenation of the ISBT data. Enable ISBT 128 (01h) Disable ISBT 128...
Page 191: Isbt Concatenation
9 - 28 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide ISBT Concatenation Parameter # F1h 41h Select an option for concatenating pairs of ISBT code types: • If you select Disable ISBT Concatenation, the digital scanner does not concatenate pairs of ISBT codes it encounters.
Page 192: Check Isbt Table
Symbologies 9 - 29 Check ISBT Table Parameter # F1h 42h The ISBT specification includes a table that lists several types of ISBT bar codes that are commonly used in pairs. If you set ISBT Concatenation to Enable, enable Check ISBT Table to concatenate only those pairs found in this table.
Page 193: Code 39
9 - 30 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Code 39 Enable/Disable Code 39 Parameter # 00h To enable or disable Code 39, scan the appropriate bar code below. Enable Code 39 (01h) Disable Code 39 (00h) Enable/Disable Trioptic Code 39 Parameter # 0Dh Trioptic Code 39 is a variant of Code 39 used in the marking of computer tape cartridges.
Page 194: Convert Code 39 To Code 32
Symbologies 9 - 31 Convert Code 39 to Code 32 Parameter # 56h Code 32 is a variant of Code 39 used by the Italian pharmaceutical industry. Scan the appropriate bar code below to enable or disable converting Code 39 to Code 32. NOTE Code 39 must be enabled for this parameter to function.
Page 195: Set Lengths For Code 39
9 - 32 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Set Lengths for Code 39 Parameter # L1 = 12h, L2 = 13h The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable characters), including check digit(s) the code contains.
Page 196: Code 39 Check Digit Verification
Symbologies 9 - 33 Code 39 Check Digit Verification Parameter # 30h Enable this feature to check the integrity of all Code 39 symbols to verify that the data complies with specified check digit algorithm. Only Code 39 symbols which include a modulo 43 check digit are decoded. Enable this feature if the Code 39 symbols contain a Modulo 43 check digit.
Page 197: Code 39 Full Ascii Conversion
9 - 34 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Code 39 Full ASCII Conversion Parameter # 11h Code 39 Full ASCII is a variant of Code 39 which pairs characters to encode the full ASCII character set. To enable or disable Code 39 Full ASCII, scan the appropriate bar code below.
Page 198: Code 39 Buffering - Scan & Store
Symbologies 9 - 35 Code 39 Buffering - Scan & Store Parameter # 71h This feature allows the digital scanner to accumulate data from multiple Code 39 symbols. Selecting the Scan and Store option (Buffer Code 39) temporarily buffers all Code 39 symbols having a leading space as a first character for later transmission.
Page 199: Transmit Buffer
9 - 36 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Clear Buffer NOTE The Clear Buffer contains only the dash (minus) character. In order to scan this command, set Code 39 lengths to include length 1. Transmit Buffer There are two methods to transmit the Code 39 buffer.
Page 200: Code 93
Symbologies 9 - 37 Code 93 Enable/Disable Code 93 Parameter # 09h To enable or disable Code 93, scan the appropriate bar code below. Enable Code 93 (01h) Disable Code 93 (00h) Set Lengths for Code 93 Parameter # L1 = 1Ah, L2 = 1Bh The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable characters), including check digit(s) the code contains.
Page 201: Set Lengths For Code 93
9 - 38 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Set Lengths for Code 93 (continued) Code 93 - One Discrete Length Code 93 - Two Discrete Lengths Code 93 - Length Within Range Code 93 - Any Length...
Page 202: Code 11
Symbologies 9 - 39 Code 11 Code 11 Parameter # 0Ah To enable or disable Code 11, scan the appropriate bar code below. Enable Code 11 (01h) Disable Code 11 (00h) Set Lengths for Code 11 Parameter # L1 = 1Ch, L2 = 1Dh The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable characters), including check digit(s) the code contains.
Page 203: Set Lengths For Code 11
9 - 40 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Set Lengths for Code 11 (continued) Code 11 - One Discrete Length Code 11 - Two Discrete Lengths Code 11 - Length Within Range Code 11 - Any Length...
Page 204: Code 11 Check Digit Verification
Symbologies 9 - 41 Code 11 Check Digit Verification Parameter # 34h This feature allows the digital scanner to check the integrity of all Code 11 symbols to verify that the data complies with the specified check digit algorithm. This selects the check digit mechanism for the decoded Code 11 bar code. The options are to check for one check digit, check for two check digits, or disable the feature.
Page 205: Transmit Code 11 Check Digits
9 - 42 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Transmit Code 11 Check Digits Parameter # 2Fh This feature selects whether or not to transmit the Code 11 check digit(s). Transmit Code 11 Check Digit(s) (Enable) (01h) Do Not Transmit Code 11 Check Digit(s) (Disable) (00h) NOTE Code 11 Check Digit Verification must be enabled for this parameter to function.
Page 206: Set Lengths For Interleaved 2 Of 5
Symbologies 9 - 43 Set Lengths for Interleaved 2 of 5 Parameter # L1 = 16h, L2 = 17h The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable characters), including check digit(s) the code contains. Set lengths for I 2 of 5 to any length, one or two discrete lengths, or lengths within a specific range.
Page 207 9 - 44 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Set Lengths for Interleaved 2 of 5 (continued) I 2 of 5 - One Discrete Length I 2 of 5 - Two Discrete Lengths I 2 of 5 - Length Within Range...
Page 208: I 2 Of 5 Check Digit Verification
Symbologies 9 - 45 I 2 of 5 Check Digit Verification Parameter # 31h Enable this feature to check the integrity of all I 2 of 5 symbols to verify the data complies with either the specified Uniform Symbology Specification (USS), or the Optical Product Code Council (OPCC) check digit algorithm. Disable (00h) USS Check Digit...
Page 209: Convert I 2 Of 5 To Ean-13
9 - 46 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Convert I 2 of 5 to EAN-13 Parameter # 52h Enable this parameter to convert 14-character I 2 of 5 codes to EAN-13, and transmit to the host as EAN-13. To accomplish this, the I 2 of 5 code must be enabled, and the code must have a leading zero and a valid EAN-13 check digit.
Page 210: Set Lengths For Discrete 2 Of 5
Symbologies 9 - 47 Set Lengths for Discrete 2 of 5 Parameter # L1 = 14h, L2 = 15h The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable characters), including check digit(s) the code contains. Set lengths for D 2 of 5 to any length, one or two discrete lengths, or lengths within a specific range.
Page 211 9 - 48 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Set Lengths for Discrete 2 of 5 (continued) D 2 of 5 - One Discrete Length D 2 of 5 - Two Discrete Lengths D 2 of 5 - Length Within Range...
Page 212: Codabar (Nw - 7)
Symbologies 9 - 49 Codabar (NW - 7) Enable/Disable Codabar Parameter # 07h To enable or disable Codabar, scan the appropriate bar code below. Enable Codabar (01h) Disable Codabar (00h) Set Lengths for Codabar Parameter # L1 = 18h, L2 = 19h The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable characters), including check digit(s) the code contains.
Page 213 9 - 50 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Set Lengths for Codabar (continued) Codabar - One Discrete Length Codabar - Two Discrete Lengths Codabar - Length Within Range Codabar - Any Length...
Page 214: Clsi Editing
Symbologies 9 - 51 CLSI Editing Parameter # 36h Enable this parameter to strip the start and stop characters and insert a space after the first, fifth, and tenth characters of a 14-character Codabar symbol. Enable this feature if the host system requires this data format. NOTE Symbol length does not include start and stop characters.
Page 215: Msi
9 - 52 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Enable/Disable MSI Parameter # 0Bh To enable or disable MSI, scan the appropriate bar code below. Enable MSI (01h) Disable MSI (00h) Set Lengths for MSI Parameter # L1 = 1Eh, L2 = 1Fh The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable characters), including check digit(s)
Page 216 Symbologies 9 - 53 Set Lengths for MSI (continued) NOTE Due to the construction of the MSI symbology, it is possible for a scan line covering only a portion of the code to transmit as a complete scan, yielding less data than is encoded in the bar code. To prevent this, select specific lengths (MSI - One Discrete Length, Two Discrete Lengths) for MSI applications.
Page 217: Msi Check Digits
9 - 54 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide MSI Check Digits Parameter # 32h With MSI symbols, one check digit is mandatory and always verified by the reader. The second check digit is optional. If the MSI codes include two check digits, scan the Two MSI Check Digits bar code to enable verification of the second check digit.
Page 218: Msi Check Digit Algorithm
Symbologies 9 - 55 MSI Check Digit Algorithm Parameter # 33h Two algorithms are possible for the verification of the second MSI check digit. Select the bar code below corresponding to the algorithm used to encode the check digit. MOD 10/MOD 11 (00h) MOD 10/MOD 10 (01h)
Page 219: Matrix 2 Of 5
9 - 56 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Matrix 2 of 5 Enable/Disable Matrix 2 of 5 Parameter # F1h 6Ah To enable or disable Matrix 2 of 5, scan the appropriate bar code below. Enable Matrix 2 of 5...
Page 220: Set Lengths For Matrix 2 Of 5
Symbologies 9 - 57 Set Lengths for Matrix 2 of 5 Parameter # L1 = F1h 6Bh, L2 = F1h 6Ch The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable characters), including check digit(s) the code contains. Set lengths for Matrix 2 of 5 to any length, one or two discrete lengths, or lengths within a specific range.
Page 221: Matrix 2 Of 5 Check Digit
9 - 58 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Matrix 2 of 5 Check Digit Parameter # F1h 6Eh The check digit is the last character of the symbol used to verify the integrity of the data. Scan the appropriate bar code below to transmit the bar code data with or without the Matrix 2 of 5 check digit.
Page 222: Korean 3 Of 5
Symbologies 9 - 59 Korean 3 of 5 Enable/Disable Korean 3 of 5 Parameter # F1h 45h To enable or disable Korean 3 of 5, scan the appropriate bar code below. NOTE The length for Korean 3 of 5 is fixed at 6. Enable Korean 3 of 5 (01h) Disable Korean 3 of 5...
Page 223: Inverse 1D
9 - 60 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Inverse 1D Parameter # F1h 4Ah This parameter sets the 1D inverse decoder setting. Options are: • - the digital scanner decodes regular 1D bar codes only. Regular Only • - the digital scanner decodes inverse 1D bar codes only.
Page 224: Postal Codes
Symbologies 9 - 61 Postal Codes US Postnet Parameter # 59h To enable or disable US Postnet, scan the appropriate bar code below. Enable US Postnet (01h) Disable US Postnet (00h) US Planet Parameter # 5Ah To enable or disable US Planet, scan the appropriate bar code below. Enable US Planet (01h) Disable US Planet...
Page 225: Transmit Us Postal Check Digit
9 - 62 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Transmit US Postal Check Digit Parameter # 5Fh Select whether to transmit US Postal data, which includes both US Postnet and US Planet, with or without the check digit. Transmit US Postal Check Digit...
Page 226: Transmit Uk Postal Check Digit
Symbologies 9 - 63 Transmit UK Postal Check Digit Parameter # 60h Select whether to transmit UK Postal data with or without the check digit. Transmit UK Postal Check Digit (01h) Do Not Transmit UK Postal Check Digit (00h) Japan Postal Parameter # F0h 22h To enable or disable Japan Postal, scan the appropriate bar code below.
Page 227: Australia Post
9 - 64 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Australia Post Parameter # F0h 23h To enable or disable Australia Post, scan the appropriate bar code below. Enable Australia Post (01h) Disable Australia Post (00h)
Page 228: Australia Post Format
Symbologies 9 - 65 Australia Post Format Parameter # F1h CEh To select one of the following formats for Australia Post, scan the appropriate bar code below: • (or Smart mode) - Attempt to decode the Customer Information Field using the N and C Autodiscriminate Encoding Tables.
Page 229: Netherlands Kix Code
9 - 66 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Netherlands KIX Code Parameter # F0h 46h To enable or disable Netherlands KIX Code, scan the appropriate bar code below. Enable Netherlands KIX Code (01h) Disable Netherlands KIX Code (00h) USPS 4CB/One Code/Intelligent Mail Parameter # F1h 50h To enable or disable USPS 4CB/One Code/Intelligent Mail, scan the appropriate bar code below.
Page 230: Upu Fics Postal
Symbologies 9 - 67 UPU FICS Postal Parameter # F1h 63h To enable or disable UPU FICS Postal, scan the appropriate bar code below. Enable UPU FICS Postal (01h) Disable UPU FICS Postal (00h)
Page 231: Gs1 Databar
9 - 68 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide GS1 DataBar GS1 DataBar types are: • GS1 DataBar Omnidirectional • GS1 DataBar Truncated • GS1 DataBar Stacked • GS1 DataBar Stacked Omnidirectional • GS1 DataBar Limited • GS1 DataBar Expanded •...
Page 232: Gs1 Databar Limited
Symbologies 9 - 69 GS1 DataBar Limited Parameter # F0h 53h. Enable GS1 DataBar Limited (01h) Disable GS1 DataBar Limited (00h) GS1 DataBar Expanded Parameter # F0h 54h. Scan the appropriate bar code below to enable or disable the following code types: •...
Page 233: Convert Gs1 Databar To Upc/Ean
9 - 70 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Convert GS1 DataBar to UPC/EAN Parameter # F0h 8Dh This parameter only applies to GS1 DataBar and GS1 DataBar Limited symbols not decoded as part of a Composite symbol. Enable this to strip the leading '010' from DataBar and DataBar Limited symbols encoding a single zero as the first digit, and report the bar code as EAN-13.
Page 234: Composite
Symbologies 9 - 71 Composite Composite CC-C Parameter # F0h 55h Scan a bar code below to enable or disable Composite bar codes of type CC-C. Enable CC-C (01h) Disable CC-C (00h) Composite CC-A/B Parameter # F0h 56h Scan a bar code below to enable or disable Composite bar codes of type CC-A/B. NOTE If you enable this code type, also see UPC Composite Mode on page 9-72.
Page 235: Composite Tlc-39
9 - 72 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Composite TLC-39 Parameter # F0h 73h Scan a bar code below to enable or disable Composite bar codes of type TLC-39. Enable TLC39 (01h) Disable TLC39 (00h) UPC Composite Mode Parameter # F0h 58h...
Page 236: Composite Beep Mode
Symbologies 9 - 73 Composite Beep Mode Parameter # F0h 8Eh To select the number of decode beeps when a composite bar code is decoded, scan the appropriate bar code. Single Beep After Both are Decoded (00h) Beep as Each Code Type is Decoded (01h) Double Beep After Both are Decoded (02h)
Page 237: 2D Symbologies
9 - 74 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide 2D Symbologies Enable/Disable PDF417 Parameter # 0Fh To enable or disable PDF417, scan the appropriate bar code below. Enable PDF417 (01h) Disable PDF417 (00h) Enable/Disable MicroPDF417 Parameter # E3h To enable or disable MicroPDF417, scan the appropriate bar code below.
Page 238: Code 128 Emulation
Symbologies 9 - 75 Code 128 Emulation Parameter # 7Bh Enable this parameter to transmit data from certain MicroPDF417 symbols as Code 128. AIM Code ID Character (01h) on page 4-33 must be enabled for this parameter to work. Enable Code 128 Emulation to transmit these MicroPDF417 symbols with one of the following prefixes: if the first codeword is 903-905 if the first codeword is 908 or 909 if the first codeword is 910 or 911...
Page 239: Data Matrix
9 - 76 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Data Matrix Parameter # F0h 24h To enable or disable Data Matrix, scan the appropriate bar code below. Enable Data Matrix (01h) Disable Data Matrix (00h) Data Matrix Inverse Parameter # F1h 4Ch This parameter sets the Data Matrix inverse decoder setting.
Page 240: Maxicode
Symbologies 9 - 77 Maxicode Parameter # F0h 26h To enable or disable Maxicode, scan the appropriate bar code below. Enable Maxicode (01h) Disable Maxicode (00h) QR Code Parameter # F0h25h To enable or disable QR Code, scan the appropriate bar code below. Enable QR Code (01h) Disable QR Code...
Page 241: Qr Inverse
9 - 78 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide QR Inverse Parameter # F1h 4Bh This parameter sets the QR inverse decoder setting. Options are: • - the digital scanner decodes regular QR bar codes only. Regular Only • - the digital scanner decodes inverse QR bar codes only.
Page 242: Aztec
Symbologies 9 - 79 Aztec Parameter # F1h 3Eh To enable or disable Aztec, scan the appropriate bar code below. Enable Aztec (01h) Disable Aztec (00h) Aztec Inverse Parameter # F1h 4Dh This parameter sets the Aztec inverse decoder setting. Options are: •...
Page 243: Redundancy Level 1
9 - 80 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Redundancy Level Parameter # 4Eh The digital scanner offers four levels of decode redundancy. Select higher redundancy levels for decreasing levels of bar code quality. As redundancy levels increase, the digital scanner’s aggressiveness decreases.
Page 244: Redundancy Level 4
Symbologies 9 - 81 Redundancy Level 4 The following code types must be successfully read three times before being decoded: Table 9-5 Redundancy Level 4 Codes Code Type Code Length Redundancy Level 1 (01h) Redundancy Level 2 (02h) Redundancy Level 3 (03h) Redundancy Level 4 (04h)
Page 245: Security Level
9 - 82 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Security Level Parameter # 4Dh The digital scanner offers four levels of decode security for delta bar codes, which include UPC/EAN and Code 93. Select increasing levels of security for decreasing levels of bar code quality. There is an inverse relationship between security and digital scanner aggressiveness, so choose only that level of security necessary for any given application.
Page 246: Intercharacter Gap Size
Symbologies 9 - 83 Intercharacter Gap Size Parameter # F0h 7Dh The Code 39 and Codabar symbologies have an intercharacter gap that is typically quite small. Due to various bar code-printing technologies, this gap can grow larger than the maximum size allowed, preventing the digital scanner from decoding the symbol.
Page 247: Macro Pdf Features
9 - 84 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Macro PDF Features Macro PDF is a special feature for concatenating multiple PDF symbols into one file. The scanner can decode symbols that are encoded with this feature, and can store more than 64 Kb of decoded data stored in up to 50 MacroPDF symbols.
Page 248: Chapter 10 123Scan2
Chapter 10 123Scan2 Introduction 123Scan² is an easy to use, PC-based software tool that enables rapid customized setup of scanners by Motorola. 123Scan² uses a wizard tool to guide users through a streamlined set up process. Settings are saved in a configuration file that can be distributed via e-mail, electronically downloaded via a USB cable, or used to generate a sheet of scannable programming bar codes.
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Page 250: Chapter 11 Advanced Data Formatting
Chapter 11 Advanced Data Formatting Introduction Advanced Data Formatting (ADF) is a means of customizing data before transmission to the host device. Use ADF to edit scan data to suit requirements. Implement ADF by scanning a related series of bar codes which program the digital scanner with ADF rules.
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Page 252: Appendix A Standard Default Parameters
Appendix A Standard Default Parameters Table A-1 Standard Default Parameters Table Parameter Page Parameter Default Number Number User Preferences Set Default Parameter Set Defaults Parameter Bar Code Scanning Enable Beep After Good Decode Enable Beeper Tone Medium Beeper Volume High Beeper Duration F1h 74h Medium...
Page 253 A - 2 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Table A-1 Standard Default Parameters Table (Continued) Parameter Page Parameter Default Number Number Decode Mirror Images (Data Matrix Only) F1h 19h Auto 4-17 Mobile Phone/Display Mode F1h CCh Enable in Both Hand-Held and...
Page 254 Standard Default Parameters A - 3 Table A-1 Standard Default Parameters Table (Continued) Parameter Page Parameter Default Number Number USB Ignore Unknown Characters Enable 5-11 USB Convert Unknown to Code 39 Disable 5-11 USB Ignore Beep Directive Honor 5-12 USB Ignore Type Directive Honor 5-12 Emulate Keypad...
Page 255 A - 4 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Table A-1 Standard Default Parameters Table (Continued) Parameter Page Parameter Default Number Number Ignore Beep Directive Honor Ignore Configuration Directive Honor Keyboard Wedge Host Parameters Keyboard Wedge Host Type IBM PC/AT& IBM PC...
Page 256 Standard Default Parameters A - 5 Table A-1 Standard Default Parameters Table (Continued) Parameter Page Parameter Default Number Number UPC/EAN/JAN Supplemental Redundancy 9-15 Decode UPC/EAN/JAN Supplemental AIM ID F1h A0h Combined 9-16 Transmit UPC-A Check Digit Enable 9-17 Transmit UPC-E Check Digit Enable 9-17 Transmit UPC-E1 Check Digit...
Page 257 A - 6 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Table A-1 Standard Default Parameters Table (Continued) Parameter Page Parameter Default Number Number Code 39 Check Digit Verification Disable 9-33 Transmit Code 39 Check Digit Disable 9-33 Code 39 Full ASCII Conversion...
Page 258 Standard Default Parameters A - 7 Table A-1 Standard Default Parameters Table (Continued) Parameter Page Parameter Default Number Number Set Length(s) for MSI 1Eh, 1Fh Length Within Range: 4 to 55 9-52 MSI Check Digits 9-54 Transmit MSI Check Digit Disable 9-54 MSI Check Digit Algorithm...
Page 259 A - 8 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Table A-1 Standard Default Parameters Table (Continued) Parameter Page Parameter Default Number Number GS1 DataBar GS1 DataBar (GS1 DataBar Omnidirectional, F0h 52h Enable 9-68 GS1 DataBar Truncated, GS1 DataBar Stacked, GS1 DataBar Stacked...
Page 260 Standard Default Parameters A - 9 Table A-1 Standard Default Parameters Table (Continued) Parameter Page Parameter Default Number Number Symbology-Specific Security Levels Redundancy Level 9-80 Security Level (UPC/EAN and Code 93) 9-82 Intercharacter Gap Size F0h 7Dh Normal 9-83 Macro PDF Flush Macro PDF Buffer 9-84 Abort Macro PDF Entry...
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Page 262: Appendix B Programming Reference
Appendix B Programming Reference Symbol Code Identifiers Table B-1 Symbol Code Characters Code Character Code Type UPC-A, UPC-E, UPC-E1, EAN-8, EAN-13 Code 39, Code 32 Codabar Code 128, ISBT 128, ISBT 128 Concatenated Code 93 Interleaved 2 of 5 Discrete 2 of 5, or Discrete 2 of 5 IATA Code 11 GS1-128 Bookland EAN...
Page 263 B - 2 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Table B-1 Symbol Code Characters (Continued) Code Character Code Type Korean 3 of 5 ISSN EAN, PDF417, Macro PDF417, Micro PDF417 Aztec, Aztec Rune Data Matrix QR Code, MicroQR Maxicode US Postnet...
Page 264: Aim Code Identifiers
Programming Reference B - 3 AIM Code Identifiers Each AIM Code Identifier contains the three-character string ]cm where: = Flag Character (ASCII 93) c = Code Character (see Table B-2) m = Modifier Character (see Table B-3) Table B-2 Aim Code Characters Code Character Code Type Code 39, Code 39 Full ASCII, Code 32...
Page 265 B - 4 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide The modifier character is the sum of the applicable option values based on Table B-3. Table B-3 Modifier Characters Code Type Option Value Option Code 39 No check character or Full ASCII processing.
Page 266: Code 39
Programming Reference B - 5 Table B-3 Modifier Characters (Continued) Code Type Option Value Option D 2 of 5 No options specified at this time. Always transmit 0. Example: A D 2 of 5 bar code 4123, is transmitted as ]S04123 UPC/EAN Standard data packet in full EAN format, i.e.
Page 267 B - 6 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Table B-3 Modifier Characters (Continued) Code Type Option Value Option PDF417, Reader set to conform to protocol defined in 1994 PDF417 Micro PDF417 symbology specifications. Note: When this option is transmitted,...
Page 268 Programming Reference B - 7 Table B-3 Modifier Characters (Continued) Code Type Option Value Option QR Code Model 1 symbol. Model 2 / MicroQR symbol, ECI protocol not implemented. Model 2 symbol, ECI protocol implemented. Model 2 symbol, ECI protocol not implemented, FNC1 implied in first position.
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Page 270: Code 128
Appendix C Sample Bar Codes Code 39 123ABC UPC/EAN UPC-A, 100% 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0...
Page 271: Interleaved 2 Of 5
C - 2 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide EAN-13, 100% 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 0 Code 128 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 Interleaved 2 of 5...
Page 272: Gs1 Databar-14
Sample Bar Codes C - 3 GS1 DataBar-14 NOTE DataBar-14 must be enabled to read the bar code below (see GS1 DataBar on page 9-68). 7612341562341 PDF417 Data Matrix Maxicode...
Page 273: Qr Code
C - 4 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide QR Code US Postnet UK Postal...
Page 274: Appendix D: Numeric Bar Codes
Appendix D Numeric Bar Codes Numeric Bar Codes For parameters requiring specific numeric values, scan the appropriately numbered bar code(s).
Page 275: Cancel
D - 2 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Numeric Bar Codes (continued) Cancel To correct an error or change a selection, scan the bar code below. Cancel...
Page 276: Appendix E Ascii Character Sets
Appendix E ASCII Character Sets Table E-1 ASCII Value Table Full ASCII Code 39 ASCII Value Keystroke Encode Char 1000 CTRL 2 1001 CTRL A 1002 CTRL B 1003 CTRL C 1004 CTRL D 1005 CTRL E 1006 CTRL F 1007 CTRL G 1008...
Page 277 E - 2 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Table E-1 ASCII Value Table (Continued) Full ASCII Code 39 ASCII Value Keystroke Encode Char 1016 CTRL P 1017 CTRL Q 1018 CTRL R 1019 CTRL S 1020 CTRL T 1021...
Page 278 ASCII Character Sets E - 3 Table E-1 ASCII Value Table (Continued) Full ASCII Code 39 ASCII Value Keystroke Encode Char 1044 1045 1046 1047 1048 1049 1050 1051 1052 1053 1054 1055 1056 1057 1058 1059 1060 < 1061 1062 >...
Page 279 E - 4 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Table E-1 ASCII Value Table (Continued) Full ASCII Code 39 ASCII Value Keystroke Encode Char 1072 1073 1074 1075 1076 1077 1078 1079 1080 1081 1082 1083 1084 1085 1086 1087...
Page 280 ASCII Character Sets E - 5 Table E-1 ASCII Value Table (Continued) Full ASCII Code 39 ASCII Value Keystroke Encode Char 1100 1101 1102 1103 1104 1105 1106 1107 1108 1109 1110 1111 1112 1113 1114 1115 1116 1117 1118 1119 1120 1121...
Page 281 E - 6 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Table E-2 ALT Key Standard Default Tables ALT Keys Keystroke 2064 ALT 2 2065 ALT A 2066 ALT B 2067 ALT C 2068 ALT D 2069 ALT E 2070 ALT F...
Page 282 ASCII Character Sets E - 7 Table E-3 USB GUI Key Character Set GUI Key Keystroke 3000 Right Control Key 3048 GUI 0 3049 GUI 1 3050 GUI 2 3051 GUI 3 3052 GUI 4 3053 GUI 5 3054 GUI 6 3055 GUI 7 3056...
Page 283 E - 8 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Table E-3 USB GUI Key Character Set (Continued) GUI Key Keystroke 3081 GUI Q 3082 GUI R 3083 GUI S 3084 GUI T 3085 GUI U 3086 GUI V 3087 GUI W...
Page 284 ASCII Character Sets E - 9 Table E-4 PF Key Standard Default Table PF Keys Keystroke 4001 PF 1 4002 PF 2 4003 PF 3 4004 PF 4 4005 PF 5 4006 PF 6 4007 PF 7 4008 PF 8 4009 PF 9 4010...
Page 285 E - 10 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Table E-5 F key Standard Default Table F Keys Keystroke 5001 5002 5003 5004 5005 5006 5007 5008 5009 5010 F 10 5011 F 11 5012 F 12 5013 F 13...
Page 286 ASCII Character Sets E - 11 Table E-6 Numeric Key Standard Default Table Numeric Keypad Keystroke 6042 6043 6044 Undefined 6045 6046 6047 6048 6049 6050 6051 6052 6053 6054 6055 6056 6057 6058 Enter 6059 Num Lock...
Page 287 E - 12 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Table E-7 Extended Keypad Standard Default Table Extended Keypad Keystroke 7001 Break 7002 Delete 7003 Pg Up 7004 7005 Pg Dn 7006 Pause 7007 Scroll Lock 7008 Backspace 7009 7010 Print Screen...
Page 288 Index Numerics assembling the stand ......2-5 123Scan2 ....... . 10-1 2D bar codes aztec .
Page 289 Index - 2 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide continuous bar code read ....4-14 low power mode ......4-9 convert GS1 databar to UPC/EAN .
Page 290 Index - 3 transmit no read message ....4-37 character sets transmit UK postal check digit ....9-63 keyboard wedge .
Page 291 ....... . . 3-4 Motorola Solutions support ....xvi input .
Page 292 Index - 5 check digit ......9-17, 9-18 convert UPC-E to UPC-A ....9-21 QR code bar codes .
Page 293 Index - 6 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide...
Page 294 Glossary Aperture. The opening in an optical system defined by a lens or baffle that establishes the field of view. API. An interface by means of which one software component communicates with or controls another. Usually used to refer to services provided by one software component to another, usually via software interrupts or function calls Application Programming Interface.
Page 295 Glossary - 2 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Bit. Binary digit. One bit is the basic unit of binary information. Generally, eight consecutive bits compose one byte of data. The pattern of 0 and 1 values within the byte determines its meaning.
Page 296 Glossary - 3 Code Length. Number of data characters in a bar code between the start and stop characters, not including those characters. Cold Boot. A cold boot restarts the mobile computer and erases all user stored records and entries. COM port.
Page 297 Glossary - 4 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Flash Disk. An additional megabyte of non-volatile memory for storing application and configuration files. Flash Memory. Flash memory is responsible for storing the system firmware and is non-volatile. If the system power is interrupted the data is not be lost.
Page 298 Glossary - 5 group determines which characters are encoded. This continuous code type uses no intercharacter spaces. Only numeric (0 to 9) and START/STOP characters may be encoded. I/O Ports. interface The connection between two devices, defined by common physical characteristics, signal characteristics, and signal meanings.
Page 299 Glossary - 6 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide MIL. 1 1 mil = 1 thousandth of an inch. Misread (Misdecode). A condition which occurs when the data output of a reader or interface controller does not agree with the data encoded within a bar code symbol.
Page 300 Glossary - 7 Percent Decode. The average probability that a single scan of a bar code would result in a successful decode. In a well-designed bar code scanning system, that probability should approach near 100%. PING. (Packet Internet Groper) An Internet utility used to determine whether a particular IP address is online. It is used to test and debug a network by sending out a packet and waiting for a response.
Page 301 Glossary - 8 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide Scan Area. Area intended to contain a symbol. Scanner. An electronic device used to scan bar code symbols and produce a digitized pattern that corresponds to the bars and spaces of the symbol. Its three main components are: 1) Light source (laser or photoelectric cell) - illuminates a bar code,;...
Page 302 Glossary - 9 Symbol Aspect Ratio. The ratio of symbol height to symbol width. Symbol Height. The distance between the outside edges of the quiet zones of the first row and the last row. Symbol Length. Length of symbol measured from the beginning of the quiet zone (margin) adjacent to the start character to the end of the quiet zone (margin) adjacent to a stop character.
Page 303 Glossary - 10 DS4208 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide UDP. User Datagram Protocol. A protocol within the IP protocol suite that is used in place of TCP when a reliable delivery is not required. For example, UDP is used for real-time audio and video traffic where lost packets are simply ignored, because there is no time to retransmit.
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Chapter 1 Getting Started

Chapter 2 Scanning

Chapter 3 Maintenance, Troubleshooting & Technical Specifications

Chapter 4: User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options

Scanning Sequence Examples

Chapter 5 USB Interface

Chapter 6 RS-232 Interface

Chapter 7 IBM 468X / 469X Interface

Chapter 8 Keyboard Wedge Interface

Chapter 9 Symbologies

Chapter 10 123Scan2

Chapter 11 Advanced Data Formatting

Appendix A Standard Default Parameters

Appendix B Programming Reference

Appendix C: Sample Bar Codes

Appendix D: Numeric Bar Codes

Appendix E ASCII Character Sets

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