Metrologic Instruments Ms863 User Manual

METROLOGIC INSTRUMENTS, INC.  
MS860 / MS863 Mini-Slot  
Laser Bar Code Scanner  
Installation and User’s Guide  
LOCATIONS  
Corporate Headquarters  
North America  
Metrologic Instruments, Inc.  
90 Coles Road  
Customer Service: 1-800-ID-METRO  
Tel: 856-228-8100  
Blackwood, NJ 08012-4683  
Fax: 856-228-6673  
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Germany,  
Middle East and Africa  
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Munich, Germany  
Germany Email: [email protected]  
Spain  
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28037 Madrid  
Italy  
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France  
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China  
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Suzhou, China  
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South America  
Brazil  
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TABLE OF CONTENTS  
Introduction........................................................................................................... 1  
Scanner and Accessories..................................................................................... 2  
Scanner Connections to the Host......................................................................... 3  
Configuration of the Scanner to the Host System................................................. 4  
Cloning Feature.................................................................................................... 5  
Version 11 IBM 46xx Scanner .............................................................................. 6  
Configuring the MS860-11/MS863-11 Scanner.................................................... 7  
Configuring the IBM 46xx ..................................................................................... 8  
Version 17 Keyboard Wedge Scanner ................................................................. 9  
Connection of an MS860-17 Scanner to a PC.................................................... 10  
Optional In-Counter Mounting Options for the MS860........................................ 11  
Vertical Stand Kit................................................................................................ 12  
Scanner Parts..................................................................................................... 13  
The MS860 Touch Plate..................................................................................... 14  
Visual Indicators................................................................................................. 15  
Volume Settings ................................................................................................. 19  
Labels................................................................................................................. 21  
Depth of Field..................................................................................................... 22  
Depth of Field and Symbol Specification............................................................ 23  
Maintenance....................................................................................................... 25  
Specifications ..................................................................................................... 26  
Default Settings.................................................................................................. 28  
Scanner Pinout Connections  
Version 1 - for RS-232, OCIA and Light Pen Emulation ................................. 35  
Version 2 - for Parallel Communication.......................................................... 36  
Version 11 - for RS-485.................................................................................. 37  
Version 17 - for Keyboard Wedge, RS-232 and Light Pen Emulation............. 38  
Limited Warranty ................................................................................................ 39  
Notices ............................................................................................................... 40  
Patents ............................................................................................................... 42  
Index................................................................................................................... 43  
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INTRODUCTION  
Metrologic's MS860 and MS863 laser bar code Scanners are high-speed,  
aggressive in-counter scanners. Both models have compact, durable housings  
for use with applications where counter top space is limited.  
The MS860 and MS863 autodiscriminate all standard bar codes. Each model  
includes a code-correcting feature (MECCA©) that enables the scanner to decode  
damaged or truncated codes on the first pass. Both models can be programmed  
by using the bar code menus from the ScanSelect® Programming Guide or by  
using Metrologic's ScanSet® IBM® compatible software program.  
The MS860 has a brushed stainless steel top plate with an optional universal  
adapter plate available for purchase that makes it simple to replace older, larger  
flatbed scanners with the smaller MS860. The MS860 also has a unique “Touch-  
on” power save mode and easily visible LED indicators mounted on the brushed  
stainless steel top plate.  
The MS863 has a dark gray plastic top instead of the brushed stainless steel of  
the MS860. The MS863 also uses IR activation. An optional hardened glass  
window is available for both models.  
Metrologic also provides a vertical mounting option, so customers can use the  
MS860 or MS863 as a projection scanner.  
Each version of the MS860 provides three interface options, with full RS-232  
protocol available on every scanner. RS-232, OCIA and Light Pen Emulation are  
consolidated into the standard model. For simple PC connectivity, a keyboard  
wedge interface is also available. Metrologic also offers a patented Hand-Held  
Option, which allows users to connect the MS941 Hand-Held Scanner to the  
MS860 or MS863 for greater scanning versatility.  
MODEL  
MS863-1  
INTERFACE  
RS-232, OCIA, Light Pen Emulation  
Parallel Output (OCR A/B)  
MS860-1  
MS860-2  
MS860-11  
MS860-17  
MS863-2  
MS863-11  
MS863-17  
IBM 46XX - RS-485, RS-232, OCIA  
Keyboard Wedge, RS-232, Light Pen  
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SCANNER AND ACCESSORIES  
MS860 or MS863 Laser Bar Code Projection Scanner  
Installation and User’s Guide ....................................................MLPN 00-02202  
ScanSelect® Scanner Programming Guide ...............................MLPN 00-02186  
Volume Control Card .................................................................MLPN 00-02346  
Installation Plate for MS860 models only ...................................MLPN 45-45471  
Optional Accessories  
Power Supply ........................................................................... MLPN 00-6114A  
Communication Cable for Version 1 MS860/MS863..................MLPN 51-51505  
Keyboard Wedge and Adapter Cable for the  
MS860-17/MS863-17.................................................................MLPN 45-45927  
Cloning Cable.............................................................................MLPN 51-51544  
Universal Plate for MS860 models only......................................MLPN 45-45474  
Vertical Stand.............................................................................MLPN 45-45472  
If any item is missing or to order additional items, contact the dealer, distributor or  
call Metrologic’s Customer Service Department at 1-800-ID-METRO or  
1-800-436-3876.  
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SCANNER CONNECTIONS TO THE HOST  
To avoid potential problems, do not power up the scanner until the  
communication cable is secured to the host.  
1. Turn off the host system.  
2. Connect the 25-pin D-type connector on the scanner’s head cable to the  
communication cable.  
3. Connect the other end of the communication cable to the host device.  
4. If the scanner will not receive power from a transformer, skip to  
Step 5.  
If the scanner will receive power from an external power source, check the  
AC input requirements of the transformer to make sure the voltage matches  
the AC outlet. The outlet must installed near the equipment and be easily  
accessible.  
5. Plug the transformer into the side of the female D-type connector located on  
the communication cable.  
6. Plug the transformer into the AC outlet to supply power to the scanner.  
7. Power up the host system.  
Note: When the scanner first receives power, the LEDs will flash and then  
the scanner will beep once. After the scanner performs this start up  
sequence, the green LED will remain ON for a specified time  
indicating that the laser is ON.  
Caution:  
To maintain compliance with applicable standards, all circuits connected to the scanner must meet the requirements  
for SELV (Safety Extra Low Voltage) according to EN 60950.  
To maintain compliance with standard CSA C22.2 No. 950/UL 1950 and norm EN 60950, the power source should  
meet applicable performance requirements for a limited power source.  
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CONFIGURATION OF THE SCANNER TO THE HOST SYSTEM  
The MS860/MS863 is shipped from the factory programmed to a set of default  
conditions noted in the Default Settings section of this guide and in the  
ScanSelect® Scanner Programming Guide provided. The default settings in the  
ScanSelect guide have an asterisk that appears before the brief definition next to  
the bar code.  
Since each host system is unique, the scanner will need to be configured to  
match the specific host system’s requirements. If using ScanSet®, refer to the  
ScanSet documentation for information on how to configure the scanner.  
To configure the MS860/MS863  
1. Connect the scanner to the host system (refer to page 3).  
2. Enter program mode by scanning the ENTER/EXIT program mode bar code  
(the unit will beep three times).  
3. Scan the appropriate bar code(s) that appear in the ScanSelect Scanner  
Programming Guide.  
Note: Reveal only one bar code to the scanner at a time. With your hand,  
cover the bar code that is not to be scanned.  
4. Exit program mode by scanning the ENTER/EXIT program mode bar code  
again.  
Note: Non-RS-232 interfaces chosen in Section B of the ScanSelect  
Programming Guide do not match the default settings that are loaded  
when the same interface is selected with ScanSet.  
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CLONING FEATURE  
The cloning feature is used to program several scanners with the same settings.  
To clone a scanner:  
1. Turn OFF the power to both scanners by unplugging the transformers.  
2. Connect the cloning cable (MLPN 51-51544) between the two scanners.  
3. Turn ON the power to both scanners by plugging in the transformers.  
4. When each scanner is ready, scan the cloning bar code with the scanner  
that has the settings that need to be transferred to the other scanner.  
CLONING  
1 2 3 4 5 7 7 7 7 7  
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VERSION 11 IBM 46XX SCANNER  
Output Format: IBM RS-485 serial input/output for the 4680 and 4690 (46XX)  
point-of-sale terminals  
The Version 11 46XX interface can be used in several different ways. Both the  
46XX terminal and the scanner must be configured to match each other.  
Warning: Power to the scanner and 46XX terminal should be turned off before  
making physical connection.  
The 4680 and 4690 series terminals have different types of physical ports for  
connecting bar code scanners. Scanner ports include Port 5B, Port 17, and  
Port 9? (? = A, B, C, or E). A Port 9 type connector is present on all versions of  
the 46XX families of terminals. That is one reason why it is the normal point of  
connection for Metrologic scanners. Another reason is that there is enough  
12 volt power available to operate many Metrologic scanners. If your terminal  
configuration requires the use of a different physical port for connecting bar code  
scanners, contact Metrologic to get particular adapter cable information.  
All devices use a common communications bus inside the 46XX terminal, despite  
what port that is in use for the physical connection. Each device has a different  
address that it uses when it communicates. The terminal must be configured to  
look for a device at a logical address.  
The IBM 1520 mode/address was selected as a default because it was the first  
IBM 46XX family scanner to support UPC/EAN, Code 39 and Interleaved  
2 of 5 (I 2 of 5). The Version 11 scanner formats Codabar, Code 128, and Code  
93 using the Code 39 function code designation supported by the IBM device  
driver for this scanner type. Other emulation modes currently available are the  
IBM 3687-2 Port 17 fixed scanner and the Port 9B IBM 4500 CCD hand-held bar  
code reader. The use one of these other emulation modes may be needed  
depending on which operating system (4680.OS, 4690.OS, POS/DOS or  
DOS/RIPPS) is in use at your site.  
Note: The IBM 4683 and IBM 4684 terminals have a good proven track record of  
supplying power to Metrologic scanners. The IBM 4693 and IBM 4694  
terminals may be restricted from supplying power to certain scanner  
models. Specifically, Metrologic currently recommends using an external  
power supply for the scanner when connecting to an IBM 4694.  
Metrologic has no recommendations at this time for IBM 4693 terminals.  
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CONFIGURING THE MS860-11/MS863-11 SCANNER  
Located in the Version 11 scanner are two computer boards. One computer  
board is for decoding and the other for 46XX IO processing. The decode board  
is configured using ScanSet or ScanSelect while the IO board is configured with  
an internal DIP Switch bank.  
For UPC/EAN scanning, the decode board should be set as follows:  
Enable IBM 4680 Communication  
Enable UPC/EAN  
Beep after Transmit  
Enable Communication Timeouts  
Transmit UPC-A Check Digit  
Transmit UPC-E Check Digit  
These settings configure the decode board to beep after transmitting the data to  
the terminal device driver. If the data does not clear the communications buffer  
within two seconds, it is discarded without giving the operator a good scan  
indication. This accommodates newer versions of the IBM device drivers that  
enable/disable scanning in many different situations.  
The default setting of the interface board is to emulate the IBM 1520 hand  
scanner that supports UPC/EAN and alphanumeric code types. The following is  
a list of switch settings for the internal interface board that handles the 46XX  
SIOC communications.  
There are eight DIP switches on the board that are both software and hardware  
switches.  
Switch 1 Switch 2  
Emulation Mode  
Port 5B, IBM 1520 Model 2 Laser Scanner  
(default setting)  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
ON  
ON  
OFF  
ON  
Port 9B, CCD (IBM 4500/Opticon)  
Port 17, IBM 4014 Adapter for 3687-2 to 468X  
Reserved  
ON  
Switch 3  
Reserved (Should be OFF)  
Switches  
4, 5, 6, and 7  
Must be ON  
Switch 8  
Should be OFF (Reserved)  
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CONFIGURING THE IBM 46XX  
The 4683 and 4693 terminals are configured on the store controller. The 4684  
and 4694 terminals are typically configured on the individual terminals. Follow  
the appropriate guide for your type of equipment.  
IBM 4683 and 4693 Terminals Driven by a 46XX Store Controller Running  
4680.OS or 4690.OS  
Access the terminal configuration menu on the store controller. If not already  
selected, select an IBM 1520 laser hand scanner (4680.OS Port 5B), an IBM  
4500 hand-held bar code reader (CCD, 4680.OS Port 9B), or an IBM 3687-2  
fixed scanner (4680.OS Port 17) that matches the configuration of your scanner.  
Regarding the 4690.OS, at the time of this printing, Metrologic does not know  
exactly which terminal port configuration screen is used for selecting scanners. It  
should be listed under the Port 9A, 9B, 9C, or 9E sections. The 4693 terminal  
has a Port 5B that was originally used for the IBM 1520 scanner. While IBM has  
withdrawn this product, it was not clear how terminal configuration and device  
driver support would be provided for the installed base of users.  
Save the configuration and activate it for the desired terminals. Download the  
configuration to the terminal(s) per standard procedures.  
IBM 4684 and 4694 Systems  
Initialize the RIPPS drivers for a hand scanner if hand scanner emulation was  
selected. Initialize the RIPPS drivers for a “POS scanner” if the 3687-2 scanner  
has been selected.  
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VERSION 17 KEYBOARD WEDGE SCANNER  
The MS860/MS863 scanner (version 17) provides keyboard emulation by  
converting the scanned bar code data to the PC keyboard scan code equivalent.  
The following are the supported keyboard and country types:  
PC Type  
AT (includes IBM PS/2 and compatible models 50, 55, 60, 80)  
XT  
PS/2 (includes IBM PC and compatible models 30, 70, 8556)  
Keyboard Country Type  
USA  
France  
Italy  
United Kingdom  
Germany  
Spain  
Belguim  
Swiss  
With the appropriate communication cable, the scanner will also provide an  
RS-232 or light pen emulation interface. When configuring the scanner for one  
interface versus another, change all necessary parameters for that particular  
interface. For instance, when configuring the scanner for keyboard wedge  
emulation, recall defaults, select the PC type, keyboard country type and  
intercharacter delay. For further information, refer to the ScanSelect Scanner  
Programming Guide or ScanSet Scanner Configuration Guide.  
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CONNECTION OF A MS860-17 SCANNER TO A PC  
1. If the PC is on, exit your application and turn the PC off.  
2. Disconnect the keyboard from the PC. Plug the Keyboard Wedge cable to  
the PC and the keyboard. Use the adapter cable if necessary.  
3. Connect the 25-pin D-type connector on the scanner’s head cable to the  
Keyboard Wedge cable.  
4. Check the AC input requirements of the transformer to make sure the  
voltage matches the AC outlet. A socket outlet should installed near the  
equipment and be easily accessible.  
5. Plug the transformer into the side of the female D-type connector located on  
the communication cable. Plug the transformer into the AC outlet to supply  
power to the scanner.  
6. Turn the PC on.  
7. When the scanner first receives power, the LEDs will flash and the scanner  
will beep once. After the scanner performs this start up sequence, the green  
LED will remain on for a specified time indicating the laser is on.  
Figure 1  
Caution:  
To maintain compliance with applicable standards, all circuits connected to the scanner must meet the requirements  
for SELV (Safety Extra Low Voltage) according to EN 60950.  
To maintain compliance with standard CSA C22.2 No. 950/UL 1950 and norm EN 60950, the power source should  
meet applicable performance requirements for a limited power source.  
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OPTIONAL IN-COUNTER MOUNTING OPTIONS FOR THE MS860  
Metrologic has designed three plates to accommodate in-counter installation of  
the MS860. Included automatically with the purchase of the MS860 is Metrologic  
part #45-45471, Installation Plate. The universal and replacement plates are  
available for an additional charge. Contact the distributor, dealer or Metrologic  
customer service representative to order one of these plates.  
Metrologic Part Number mlpn 45-45471, Installation Plate:  
This plate is designed for use in counters with no previous cutouts. No routing is  
necessary for a flush fit as the stainless steel top is only .60mm (.024") thick. The  
cut out measurements are 180.34 mm (7.1") L x 175.26 mm (6.9”) W. The final  
cut out must not be greater than 1.5mm (1/16") or less than the exact  
measurement.  
Metrologic Part Number mlpn 45-45474, Universal Plate:  
This plate is designed to fit into an existing cut out up to 292.1 mm  
(11.5") L x 508 mm (20") W.  
Metrologic Part Number mlpn 45-45470, Replacement Plate:  
This plate is designed to fit into a cut out that previously contained an MS260 or  
MS362 scanner. This plate fits into the existing 293.62 mm (11.56") L x  
245.36 mm (9.66") W.  
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VERTICAL STAND KIT  
Vertical Stand Kit, MLPN 45-45472 includes:  
a. Vertical Stand  
b. #6-32 x 3/8” Phillips Head Screw  
c. #8 x 1.00” Round Head Wood Screw  
[ MLPN 45-45472 ]  
[ MLPN 18-18317 ]  
[ MLPN 18-18057 ]  
Qty. 1  
Qty. 2  
Qty. 3  
Installation  
Orientation Note:  
The arrow on the top of the scanner  
indicates the direction that items  
must be presented to the scanner.  
1. Drill four #39 pilot holes into the counter top (See Figure 2).  
2. Screw the stand to the counter top with the four #8 wood screws provided.  
3. Secure the unit to the stand using the four #6-32 x 3/8” screws provided (See  
Figure 4).  
Figure 2  
Figure 3  
Figure 4  
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SCANNER PARTS  
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Touch Plate  
When a specified time has  
elapsed without any  
scanning, the unit will enter  
a “standby” mode. Touching  
the touch plate arrow on the  
top cover will reactivate the  
scanner.  
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p
Red LED  
When the red LED flashes  
ON, the scanner has read  
a bar code successfully.  
When the red light turns  
OFF, communication to  
the host is complete.  
Green LED  
When the green LED is  
ON, this indicates the unit is  
receiving power and the  
laser is ON.  
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r
Output Window  
This aperture emits laser  
light.  
Head Cable  
This cable can be  
connected directly to the  
host device or to a  
Figure 5: MS860 & MS863 Scanner Parts  
communication cable.  
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t
Stainless Steel Top Plate  
(On the MS860 only.)  
Dark Grey ABS Top Plate  
(On the MS863 only.)  
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The MS860 TOUCH PLATE  
The MS860 will enter “standby” when it remains dormant for a time. When the  
scanner’s computer is on “standby," touching the touch plate will “wake up” the  
scanner and activate the laser. When the green LED comes on, the scanner is  
powering up for full operation. After approximately three seconds, the scanner  
will be ready to operate.  
The default touch plate timeout is ten minutes. However, this can be changed  
through ScanSet or by scanning a bar code in Section C of the ScanSelect  
Programming Guide. The available times are two minutes, thirty minutes or no  
timeout.  
Plaque de palpeur  
Le scanner passe en mode 'Stand-by' quand il n'est pas utilisé pendant une  
certaine période. Si le calculateur du scanner se trouve en mode 'Stand-by', le  
contacte de la plaque de palpeur "réveille" le scanner et active le laser.  
L'allumage de la diode verte indique que le scanner se met en service en attente  
d'utilisation. Au bout d'environ 3 secondes, le scanner est prêt à servir.  
La temporisation standard de plaque de palpeur est de 10 minutes. Ceci peut  
toutefois être modifié avec ScanSet ou par lecture d'un code barres au chapitre C  
du manuel de programmation ScanSelect. Les durées disponibles sont deux  
minutes, trente minutes ou même aucune temporisation.  
Sensorplatte  
Der Scanner tritt in den 'Stand-by'-Modus ein, wenn er für einen bestimmten  
Zeitraum untätig geblieben ist. Befindet sich der Rechner des Scanners im  
'Stand-by'-Modus, "weckt" die Berührung der Sensorplatte den Scanner und  
aktiviert den Laser. Das Aufleuchten der grünen Leuchtdiode zeigt an, daß der  
Scanner sich für volle Betriebsbereitschaft einschaltet. Nach etwa drei Sekunden  
ist der Scanner betriebsbereit.  
Der Standard-Sensorfeld-Timeout liegt bei zehn Minuten. Dies kann jedoch  
geändert werden durch ScanSet oder Einlesen eines Barcodes in Abschnitt C  
des ScanSelect Programmierhandbuchs. Die verfügbaren Zeiträume sind zwei  
Minuten, dreißig Minuten oder gar kein Timeout.  
Piastra sensore  
Se lo scanner è rimasto disattivato per un determinato periodo esso passa in  
modalità 'stand-by'. Quando il calcolatore dello scanner si trova in modalità  
'stand-by', occorre toccare la piastra sensore per "svegliare" lo scanner ed  
attivare il laser. L’accensione del diodo luminoso verde indica che lo scanner si  
accende per diventare completamente pronto. Dopo circa tre secondi lo scanner  
ha raggiunto la condizione "pronto".  
Il timeout standard della zona sensore è regolato su dieci minuti. Questo valore  
può, però, essere modificato con lo ScanSet oppure con la lettura di un codice a  
barre, come descritto nella sezione C del Manuale di programmazione  
ScanSelect. Gli intervalli possibili sono due minuti, trenta minuti oppure nessun  
timeout.  
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VISUAL INDICATORS  
There is a red and green LED at the top of the scanner. When the scanner is on,  
the flashing or stationary activity of the LEDs indicates the status of the scan and  
scanner.  
Steady Green  
When the laser is on, the green LED is also on. This occurs when the touch plate  
has been touched. The green LED will remain on until the touch plate timeout  
elapses or until the scanner turns off.  
Steady Green; Red Flash  
When the scanner successfully reads a bar code, the red LED will flash then  
beep once. If this does not happen, then the bar code has not been successfully  
read.  
Steady Red and Green  
After a successful scan, the scanner transmits the data to the host device. When  
the host is not ready to accept the information, the scanner’s red LED will remain  
on until the data can be transmitted.  
Alternating Red and Green  
This indicates the scanner is in program mode.  
Steady Red  
This indicates the scanner is in ScanSet mode.  
No Red or Green LED  
There are two reasons why the LEDs will not be illuminated. First, if the scanner  
is receiving power and the LEDs are not on, then the scanner has remained  
dormant for a specified time and the laser has turned off. To reactivate the unit,  
touch the touch plate. Secondly, if the scanner is not receiving power from the  
host or transformer, then the LEDs will not turn on.  
Flashing Red  
This indicates the scanner has experienced a laser subsystem failure. Return the  
unit for repair at an authorized service center.  
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VISUAL INDICATORS  
Signaux optiques  
Sur la partie supérieure du scanner se trouvent une diode LED rouge et une  
diode LED verte. Quand le scanner est sous tension, les diodes rouge et verte  
clignotantes ou allumées vous informent sur l'état du scanner.  
Ni la diode rouge, ni la diode verte n'est allumée  
Il existe deux raisons possibles pour que les diodes ne s'allument pas.  
Premièrement: si le scanner reçoit de l'énergie sans que les diodes ne  
s'allument, le scanner est resté sans servir pendant une certaine période et le  
laser est désactivé. Pour le réactiver, touchez le palpeur infrarouge.  
Deuxièmement: quand le scanner ne reçoit de l'énergie ni de l'ordinateur central,  
ni du transformateur, les diodes restant éteintes.  
Diode verte reste allumée  
Quand le laser est en service, la diode verte s'allume également. C'est le cas  
quand vous avez touché le palpeur. La diode verte reste allumée tant que la  
temporisation de l'infrarouge dure ou jusqu'à ce que le scanner soit désactivé.  
Diode verte reste allumée; diode rouge clignotante  
Après lecture avec succès d'un code barres par le scanner, la diode rouge se  
met à clignoter, suivie d'un bip sonore unique. Si la diode rouge ne clignote pas  
ou quand aucun bip sonore n'est émis, cela signifie que le code barres n'a pas pu  
être lu avec succès.  
Diode rouge et verte reste allumées  
Une fois le palpage effectué avec succès, le scanner transmet les données à  
l'ordinateur central. Si ce dernier n'est pas prêt à recevoir les données, la diode  
rouge du scanner s'allume jusqu'à ce que les données puissent être transmises.  
Diode rouge et verte en alternance  
Indique que le scanner se trouve en mode de programmation.  
Diode rouge reste allumée  
Indique que le scanner se trouve en mode ScanSet.  
Diode rouge clignotante  
Indique une panne de laser pendant le palpage. Veuillez envoyer votre appareil  
chez un concessionnaire pour réparation.  
16  
VISUAL INDICATORS  
Optische Anzeigen  
Auf dem Scanner befinden sich eine rote und eine grüne Leuchtdiodenanzeige.  
Bei eingeschaltetem Scanner geben Ihnen die blinkenden oder feststehenden  
Leuchtdiodenanzeigen Aufschluß über den Abtast- und Scannerstatus.  
Weder rote noch grüne Leuchtdiodenanzeige  
Es gibt zwei mögliche Gründe, weshalb die Leuchtdiodenanzeigen nicht  
aufleuchten. Erstens: Wenn der Scanner mit Strom versorgt wird und die  
Leuchtdiodenanzeigen nicht aufleuchten, so ist der Scanner für einen  
bestimmten Zeitraum untätig geblieben und der Laser ist abgeschaltet. Berühren  
Sie das Sensorfeld zur Reaktivierung der Einheit. Zweitens: Wenn der Scanner  
weder vom Hostrechner noch vom Transformator Energie erhält, leuchten die  
Leuchtdiodenanzeigen ebenfalls nicht auf.  
Feststehende grüne Anzeige  
Wenn der Laser eingeschaltet ist, leuchtet die grüne Leuchtdiodenanzeige  
ebenfalls auf. Dies ist der Fall, wenn das Sensorfeld berührt wurde. Die grüne  
Leuchtdiodenanzeige leuchtet solange auf, bis das Sensorfeld-Timeout  
abgelaufen ist oder bis der Scanner abgeschaltet wird.  
Feststehende grüne Leuchtanzeige; rote Blinkanzeige  
Nach erfolgreichem Lesen eines Barcodes durch den Scanner blinkt die rote  
Leuchtdiode auf, gefolgt von einem einmaligen Piep-Signal. Blinkt die rote  
Leuchtdiodenanzeige nicht auf oder sendet der Scanner kein einmaliges Piep-  
Signal aus, so konnte der Barcode nicht erfolgreich gelesen werden.  
Feststehende rote und grüne Leuchtanzeige  
Nach erfolgreichem Abtasten überträgt der Scanner die Daten an das Hostgerät.  
Falls das Hostgerät zur Datenannahme nicht bereit ist, leuchtet die rote  
Leuchtdiodenanzeige solange auf, bis die Daten übertragen werden können.  
Alternierende rote und grüne Leuchtanzeige  
Zeigt an, daß sich der Scanner im Programmiermodus befindet.  
Feststehende rote Leuchtanzeige  
Zeigt an, daß sich der Scanner im ScanSet-Modus befindet.  
Aufblinkende rote Leuchtanzeige  
Zeigt an, daß beim Scanner ein Laserausfall vorliegt. Bringen Sie das Gerät zur  
Reparatur in ein Vertragsservicecenter.  
17  
VISUAL INDICATORS  
Segnali ottici  
Sullo scanner si trovano due diodi luminosi: uno rosso e uno verde. Quando lo  
scanner è inserito, i diodi luminosi, che possono o essere accesi in continuazione  
o lampeggiare, Vi informano sullo stato della scansione e dell’apparecchio.  
Né il diodo luminoso rosso né quello verde sono accesi  
Vi sono due possibili cause se i diodi luminosi non sono accesi. Prima causa: se  
lo scanner viene alimentato e i diodi luminosi non sono accesi, lo scanner è  
rimasto disattivato per un determinato periodo e il laser è spento. Per riattivare  
l’unità dovreste toccare la zona sensore. Seconda causa: se lo scanner non  
viene alimentato né dal calcolatore host né dal trasformatore, i due diodi luminosi  
non sono accesi.  
Il diodo luminoso verde è acceso  
Quando il laser è inserito, è acceso anche il diodo luminoso verde. Questo si ha  
quando la zona sensore è stata toccata. Il diodo luminoso verde è acceso fino al  
raggiungimento del timeout della zona sensore oppure fino allo spegnimento  
dello scanner.  
Il diodo luminoso verde è acceso; quello rosso lampeggia  
Dopo la lettura riuscita di un codice a barre da parte dello scanner il diodo  
luminoso rosso lampeggia e quindi viene emesso un unico segnale beep. Se il  
diodo luminoso rosso non lampeggia oppure lo scanner non emette un segnale  
beep unico, ciò significa che la lettura del codice a barre non è riuscita.  
Sono accesi sia il diodo luminoso rosso che quello verde  
Dopo la scansione riuscita lo scanner trasmette i dati all’host. Se l’host non è  
pronto per accettare i dati, il diodo luminoso rosso dello scanner è acceso fino a  
che i dati possono essere trasmessi.  
Il diodo luminoso rosso e quello verde sono accesi in alternanza  
Ciò indica che lo scanner si trova nella modalità di programmazione.  
Il diodo luminoso rosso è acceso  
Ciò indica che lo scanner si trova nella modalità ScanSet.  
Il diodo luminoso rosso lampeggia  
Ciò indica che lo scanner ha un guasto a livello del laser. Fate riparare  
l’apparecchio da un centro di assistenza autorizzato.  
18  
VOLUME SETTINGS  
There are four volume settings available: low, medium, high and no volume. The  
operator can temporarily change the volume of the scanner by scanning the bar  
codes on the volume control card. To change the volume of the scanner  
permanently, enter program mode and scan the appropriate volume setting bar  
code in Section C of the ScanSelect® Programming Guide or use ScanSet®.  
Scan for Louder Volume  
1 2 3 4 5 8 8 8 8 8  
0
5
19  
VOLUME SETTINGS (CONT.)  
Scan for Softer Volume  
1 2 3 4 5 8 8 8 8 7  
0
8
20  
LABELS  
There is one label located inside the window of the scanner noting that the device  
is a CDRH Class IIa laser product and IEC 825 LASERKLASSE 1.. Another  
label, located on the back of the unit, shows the model number, date of  
manufacture, and serial number. The following are samples of these labels:  
Figure 5: Labels  
21  
DEPTH OF FIELD  
Through the glass at the front of the scanner, safe, low powered laser beams are  
projected in a complex pattern that resembles a spider web. Each of the five  
scan fields that generate the scan pattern extend to a range of 127mm (5.0").  
This range begins from the face of the scanner window and extends from the unit  
for a distance of 127mm (5.0") measured along the scanning beam at the center  
of each scan segment. This 0.0mm - 127mm (0" - 5") range is the depth of field  
for the MS860i scanner (see figure 6).  
The scan pattern is projected at an angle away from the touch plate  
(approximately 20 degrees, overall). As the scan fields move outward, they  
expand. Like an image expands from a film projector as it moves toward the  
screen at a movie theater, the scan pattern projects out to a well-defined region.  
Any label that is facing toward the scanner can be read at any point within the  
scanning field.  
Figure 6: Depth of Field  
22  
DEPTH OF FIELD AND SYMBOL SPECIFICATION  
MINIMUM SMALL ELEMENT  
DEPTH OF  
FIELD  
CODE TYPE  
CODE DENSITY  
MIL. (1/1000)  
UPC/EAN  
UPC/EAN  
Code 39  
Code 39  
Code 39  
I 2 of 5  
10.4  
13.0  
7.5  
80%  
100%  
High  
0" - 5"  
0" - 6.5"  
0" - 3"  
0" - 6"  
0" - 8"  
0" - 3"  
0" - 6"  
0" - 8"  
0" - 3"  
0" - 5"  
0" - 6.5"  
0" - 5"  
0" - 6.5"  
0" - 5"  
0" - 6.5"  
12.0  
21.0  
7.5  
Medium  
Low  
High  
I 2 of 5  
12.0  
21.0  
6.5  
Medium  
Low  
I 2 of 5  
Codabar  
Codabar  
Codabar  
Code 93  
Code 93  
Code 128  
Code 128  
High  
9.8  
Medium  
Low  
13.0  
10.4  
13.0  
10.4  
13.0  
80%  
100%  
80%  
100%  
23  
DEPTH OF FIELD AND SYMBOL SPECIFICATION  
MINIMUM BAR CODE ELEMENT WIDTH  
A
B
C
D
E
mm  
.19  
7.5  
.25  
10  
.31  
12  
.33  
13  
.53  
21  
mils  
Figure 7: Depth of Field and Symbol Specification  
24  
MAINTENANCE  
Smudges and dirt can interfere with the proper scanning of a bar code.  
Therefore, the output window will need occasional cleaning.  
1. Spray glass cleaner onto lint free, non-abrasive cleaning cloth.  
2. Gently wipe the scanner window.  
25  
SPECIFICATIONS  
MS860 AND MS863 SPECIFICATIONS  
Application: In-Counter Laser Bar Code Scanner  
Light Source: VLD 650 ± 10 nm  
Laser Power 0.525 mW (peak)  
CDRH: CLASS IIa; EN60825-1:1994/A11:1996  
Laser Class  
Class 1  
UL Listed, UL 1950; CSA certified, C22.2 No. 950;  
TUV certified, GS Mark, and EN 60950  
UL/CSA/TUV:  
EMC: FCC, ICES-003 & EN 55022 Class A  
MECHANICAL  
Dimensions: 175 mm (6.9")L x 173 mm (6.8")W x 97 mm(3.8")H  
Weight: 2.45 kg (5.4 lbs.)  
Orientation: May be used in any orientation  
MS860: Brushed stainless steel  
Top Cover:  
MS863: ABS Plastic  
1.8 m (6'); contact a Metrologic customer service  
Cable:  
representative for additional cable options  
ELECTRICAL  
Power: 8.4 W, host system or desk transformer  
Input Voltage: 11-30VDC ± 0.50VDC  
Operating Current: 350 mA @ 20VDC  
Standby Current: 175 mA @ 20VDC  
DC Transformers: Class 2; 20VDC @ 750 mA  
Specifications subject to change without notice.  
26  
SPECIFICATIONS (CONT.)  
MS860 AND MS863 SPECIFICATIONS  
OPERATIONAL  
Depth of Field: 0 mm - 203 mm (0" - 8"), programmable  
Minimum Bar Width: 0.191 mm (7.5 mil)  
Scan Speed: 2000 scan lines per second  
Scan Pattern: 5 fields of 4 parallel lines (omnidirectional)  
Exit Angle: 70°  
Green = laser on, ready to scan  
Indicators (LED):  
Red = good read  
Beeper Operation: 3 tones or no beep; 3 volume settings  
Maintenance: Clean window periodically  
Autodiscriminates all standard bar codes; for other  
Decode Capability:  
symbologies call Metrologic  
RS232, OCIA, OCR A/B Parallel, IBM 468X/469X,  
System Interfaces: Light Pen Emulation, Point to Point RS422,  
Keyboard Wedge  
Print Contrast: 35% minimum reflectance difference  
Roll, Pitch, Yaw: 360°, 60°, 60°  
ENVIRONMENTAL  
Storage Temperature: -40°C - 60°C (-40°F - 140°F)  
Operating Temperature: 0°C - 40°C (32°F - 104°F)  
Humidity: 5% - 95% relative humidity, non-condensing  
Light Levels: Up to 4842 Lux (450 footcandles)  
Ventilation: None required  
Shock: 100g for 1ms  
ESD: 8 kV IEC 801-2  
Contaminants: Sealed to resist airborne particulate contaminants  
Specifications subject to change without notice.  
27  
DEFAULT SETTINGS  
Many function of the scanner can be “ programmed” - that is, enabled or  
disabled. The scanner is shipped from the factory programmed to a set of default  
conditions. The default parameter of the scanner has an asterisk (*) in the charts  
on the following pages. If an asterisk is not in the default column then the default  
setting is OFF or DISABLED. Every communication does not support every  
parameter. If the communication supports a parameter listed in the charts on the  
following pages, a check mark will appear.  
IBM  
46XX  
KEYBOARD  
WEDGE  
LIGHT  
PEN  
PARAMETER  
DEFAULT OCIA  
RS-232* PARALLEL  
UPC/EAN  
Code 128  
Code 93  
Codabar  
*
*
*
*
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
Interleaved 2  
of 5 (ITF)  
*
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
MOD 10 Check  
on ITF  
Code 11  
Code 39  
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
*
Full ASCII  
Code 39  
9
9
9
9
9
MOD 43 Check  
on Code 39  
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
MSI Plessey  
MSI Plessey  
10/10 Check  
Digit  
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
MSI Plessey  
MOD 10 Check  
Digit  
*
UK Plessey  
Airline 2 of 5  
Telepen  
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
MECCA  
9
9
28  
DEFAULT SETTINGS (CONT.)  
IBM  
46XX  
KEYBOARD  
WEDGE  
LIGHT  
PEN  
PARAMETER  
DEFAULT OCIA  
RS-232* PARALLEL  
Paraf Support  
Matrix 2 of 5  
EAN-8  
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
*
*
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
EAN-13  
UPC-E  
*
UPC-A  
*
ITF Symbol  
Lengths  
Minimum  
Symbol Length  
Symbol Length  
Lock  
Var.  
04  
None  
SWEDA  
Fujitsu  
*
9
9
9
9
OMRON  
IBM Parallel  
Bars High as  
Code 39  
Spaces High as  
Code 39  
Bars High as  
Scanned  
Spaces High as  
Scanned  
*
9
9
9
9
DTS/SIEMENS  
DTS/NIXDORF  
NCR F  
9
9
9
9
*
NCR S  
Poll Light Pen  
Source  
9
9
Light Pen Extra  
Transition  
Before Bar  
Code  
29  
DEFAULT SETTINGS (CONT.)  
IBM  
46XX  
KEYBOARD  
WEDGE  
LIGHT  
PEN  
PARAMETER  
DEFAULT OCIA  
RS-232* PARALLEL  
Multi-drop  
Address  
Beeper Tone  
Normal  
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
Fast Beep  
Volume Setting  
Loudest  
Before  
Beep/Transmit  
Sequence  
9
9
9
9
9
9
Communication  
Timeout  
None  
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
Razzberry Tone  
on Timeout  
Three Beeps on  
Timeout  
9
9
9
9
9
9
No Beeps on  
Timeout  
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
Touch Plate  
Timeout  
10 Min.  
No Same  
Symbol Timeout  
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
Infinite Same  
Symbol Timeout  
Same Symbol  
Rescan Timeout:  
100 msec  
Same Symbol  
Rescan Timeout:  
200 msecs  
30  
DEFAULT SETTINGS (CONT.)  
IBM  
46XX  
KEYBOARD  
WEDGE  
LIGHT  
PEN  
PARAMETER  
DEFAULT OCIA  
RS-232* PARALLEL  
Same Symbol  
Rescan Timeout:  
500 msecs  
*
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
Same Symbol  
Rescan Timeout:  
1250 msecs  
Same Symbol  
Rescan Timeout:  
2000 msecs  
Scanability  
Off  
Off  
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
Scan Count  
Mode  
Normal Depth of  
Field  
*
1 msec  
1
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
Intercharacter  
Delay  
Scan Buffer  
9
9
9
9
9
9
Transmit UPC-A  
Check Digit  
*
Transmit UPC-E  
Check Digit  
Expand UPC-E  
Convert UPC-A  
to EAN-13  
Transmit Lead  
Zero on UPC-E  
Convert EAN-8  
to EAN-13  
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
Transmit EAN-  
13 Check Digit  
*
31  
DEFAULT SETTINGS (CONT.)  
IBM  
46XX  
KEYBOARD  
WEDGE  
LIGHT  
PEN  
PARAMETER  
DEFAULT OCIA  
RS-232* PARALLEL  
Transmit EAN-8  
Check Digit  
*
*
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
Transmit UPC-A  
Number System  
Transmit  
Codabar  
Start/Stop  
Characters  
9
9
9
9
9
Transmit Mod 43  
Check Digit on  
Code 39  
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
Transmit Code  
39 Stop/Start  
Characters  
Transmit Mod  
10/ITF  
Transmit Code  
11 Check Digit  
9
Transmit MSI  
Plessey Check  
Digits  
Transmit UK  
Plessey Check  
Digits  
Parity  
Space  
9600  
9
9
9
9
Baud Rate  
8 Data Bits  
7 Data Bits  
*
Transmit Sanyo  
ID Characters  
9
9
Shell  
Schulmberger  
Formatting  
9
9
9
9
SNI Beetle Mode  
32  
DEFAULT SETTINGS (CONT.)  
IBM  
46XX  
KEYBOARD  
WEDGE  
LIGHT  
PEN  
PARAMETER  
CLSI Editing  
DEFAULT OCIA  
RS-232* PARALLEL  
9
9
9
9
9
9
French PC Term  
Transmit AIM ID  
Characters  
9
Nixdorf ID  
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
UPC Prefix  
UPC Suffix  
STX Prefix  
ETX Suffix  
Carriage Return  
Line Feed  
*
*
Tab Prefix  
Tab Suffix  
"DE" Disable  
Command  
9
9
"FL" Laser  
Enable  
Command  
DTR  
Handshaking  
Support  
9
9
RTS/CTS  
Handshaking  
Character  
RTS/CTS  
Message  
RTS/CTS  
*
9
9
XON/XOFF  
Handshaking  
9
9
ACK/NAK  
5 Retries on  
ACK/NAK  
Time-out  
9
Keyboard  
Country Type  
USA  
9
33  
DEFAULT SETTINGS (CONT.)  
IBM  
46XX  
KEYBOARD  
WEDGE  
LIGHT  
PEN  
PARAMETER  
DEFAULT OCIA  
RS-232* PARALLEL  
Keyboard Type  
Caps Lock  
Alt Mode  
AT  
9
9
9
Inter Scan Code  
Delay  
800  
µsec  
9
Transmit F0H  
Break Code (AT  
and PS/2  
*
9
keyboards)  
Special Software is required for the following:  
Two Digit  
Supplements  
9
9
9
9
9
Five Digit  
Supplements  
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
Bookland  
977 (2 digit)  
Supplemental  
Requirement  
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
Supplements  
are not  
Required  
*
*
Two Digit  
Redundancy  
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
Five Digit  
Redundancy  
200 msec to  
Find  
Supplement  
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
100 msec to  
Find  
Supplement  
*
Code 128  
Coupon  
Extended Code  
Code 128 ]C1  
Extended Code  
Format  
34  
SCANNER PINOUT CONNECTIONS  
Version “1” Pin Assignments for RS-232, OCIA and  
Light Pen Emulation  
The version “1” scanner head cable is terminated with a male 25-pin D-type  
connector. Connecting the scanner to the host device may require a  
communication cable. The communication cable may include a connection for a  
transformer or it may be designed to draw power directly from the host device.  
This can be ordered when the scanner is purchased.  
The version “1” scanner is designed to be used for RS-232, OCIA or Light Pen  
Emulation communication.  
The following is a list of the pin assignments. The pin numbers are impressed on  
the head cable’s connector.  
PIN  
1
FUNCTION  
AC Shield Ground  
RS-232 Receive Input  
RS-232 Transmit Output  
CTS Input  
2
3
4
5
RTS Output  
6
Reserved  
7
Signal Ground  
8 - 12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
Reserved  
Earth Ground  
Power Ground 1  
Light Pen Source  
Light Pen Data  
OCIA Clock In Return  
OCIA Clock In  
Power (11 - 30 volts) DC  
DTR Input  
OCIA Clock Out  
OCIA Clock Out Return  
OCIA RDATA  
OCIA RDATA Return  
Power Ground 2  
35  
SCANNER PINOUT CONNECTIONS  
Version “2” Pin Assignments for Parallel Communication  
The version “2” scanner head cable is terminated with a male 25-pin D-type  
connector. Connecting the scanner to the host device may require a  
communication cable. The communication cable may include a connection for a  
transformer or it may be designed to draw power directly from the host device.  
This can be ordered when the scanner is purchased.  
The version “2” scanner is designed to be used for Parallel communication.  
The following is a list of the pin assignments. The pin numbers are impressed on  
the head cable’s connector.  
PIN  
1
FUNCTION  
AC Shield Ground  
2
RS-232 Receive Input  
3
RS-232 Transmit Output  
CTS Input  
4
5
RTS Output  
Reserved  
6
7
Signal Ground  
Reserved  
8
9
Edit Check  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
EOT  
Data Ready  
Adaptor Ready  
Earth Ground  
Power Ground 1  
Light Pen Source  
Light Pen Data  
Data 1  
Data 2  
Power (11 - 30 volts) DC  
DTR Input  
Data 3  
Data 4  
Data 5  
Data 6  
Power Ground 2  
36  
SCANNER PINOUT CONNECTIONS  
Version “11” Pin Assignments for RS-485  
The version “11” scanner head cable is terminated with a male 25-pin D-type  
connector. Connecting the scanner to the host device may require a  
communication cable. The communication cable may include a connection for a  
transformer or it may be designed to draw power directly from the host device.  
This can be ordered when the scanner is purchased.  
The version “11” scanner is designed to be used primarily with IBM 46XX series  
of electronic cash registers. It can also be configured to communicate using the  
full RS-232 and OCIA protocol.  
The following is a list of the pin assignments. The pin numbers are impressed on  
the head cable’s connector.  
PIN  
1
FUNCTION  
AC Shield Ground  
2
RS-232 Receive Input  
3
RS-232 Transmit Output  
CTS Input  
4
5
RTS Output  
6
Reserved  
7
Signal Ground  
Reserved  
8 - 12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
Earth Ground  
Power Ground 1  
468X -B  
468X +A  
OCIA Clock In Return  
OCIA Clock In  
Power (11 - 30 volts) DC  
DTR Input  
OCIA Clock Out  
OCIA Clock Out Return  
OCIA RDATA  
OCIA RDATA Return  
Power Ground 2  
37  
SCANNER PINOUT CONNECTIONS  
Version “17” Pin Assignments for Keyboard Wedge, RS-232 and Light  
Pen Emulation  
The version “17” scanner head cable is terminated with a male 25-pin D-type  
connector. Connecting the scanner to a PC, requires a communication cable and  
a transformer. Connecting the communication cable to a PC, may require an  
adapter cable.  
The version “17” scanner is designed to be used as a keyboard wedge. With the  
appropriate communication cable, the scanner will also provide an RS-232 or  
light pen emulation interface. When configuring the scanner for an interface it is  
necessary to set the correct parameters for that interface. For further information  
on configuring interfaces, refer to the ScanSelect Scanner Programming Guide or  
ScanSet Scanner Configuration Guide.  
The following is a list of the pin assignments. The pin numbers are impressed on  
the head cable’s connector.  
PIN  
1
FUNCTION  
AC Shield Ground  
RS-232 Receive Input  
RS-232 Transmit Output  
CTS Input  
2
3
4
5
RTS Output  
6
Reserved  
7
Signal Ground  
Reserved  
8 - 10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23 - 24  
25  
PC +5 Volts DC  
Ground  
Earth Ground  
Power Ground 1  
Light Pen Source  
Light Pen Data  
PC Data  
PC Clock  
Power (11 - 30 volts) DC  
DTR Input  
Keyboard Clock  
Keyboard Data  
Reserved  
Power Ground 2  
38  
Limited Warranty  
The MS860 and MS863 scanners are manufactured by Metrologic at its Blackwood, New  
Jersey, U.S.A. facility. The MS860 and MS863 scanners have a two (2) year limited  
warranty from the date of manufacture. Metrologic warrants and represents that all MS860  
and MS863 scanners are free of all defects in material, workmanship and design, and have  
been produced and labeled in compliance with all applicable U.S. Federal, state and local  
laws, regulations and ordinances pertaining to their production and labeling.  
This warranty is limited to repair, replacement of Product or refund of Product price at the  
sole discretion of Metrologic. Faulty equipment must be returned to the Metrologic facility in  
Blackwood, New Jersey, U.S.A. or Puchheim, Germany. To do this, contact Metrologic’s  
Customer Service/Repair Department to obtain a Returned Material Authorization (RMA)  
number.  
In the event that it is determined the equipment failure is covered under this warranty,  
Metrologic shall, at its sole option, repair the Product or replace the Product with a  
functionally equivalent unit and return such repaired or replaced Product without charge  
for service or return freight, whether distributor, dealer/reseller, or retail consumer, or  
refund an amount equal to the original purchase price.  
This limited warranty does not extend to any Product which, in the sole judgement of  
Metrologic, has been subjected to abuse, misuse, neglect, improper installation, or  
accident, nor any damage due to use or misuse produced from integration of the Product  
into any mechanical, electrical or computer system. The warranty is void if the case of  
Product is opened by anyone other than Metrologic’s repair department or authorized  
repair centers.  
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, EXCEPT AS TO TITLE, IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER  
WARRANTIES OR GUARANTEES, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND  
SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDES, WITHOUT LIMITATION, WARRANTIES OF  
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE UNDER THE  
UNIFORM COMMERCIAL CODE, OR ARISING OUT OF CUSTOM OR CONDUCT.  
THE RIGHTS AND REMEDIES PROVIDED HEREIN ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU  
OF ANY OTHER RIGHTS OR REMEDIES. IN NO EVENT SHALL METROLOGIC BE  
LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCIDENTAL  
DAMAGES, DAMAGES TO PERSON OR PROPERTY, OR EFFECT ON BUSINESS OR  
PROPERTY, OR OTHER DAMAGES OR EXPENSES DUE DIRECTLY OR  
INDIRECTLY TO THE PRODUCT, EXCEPT AS STATED IN THIS WARRANTY. IN NO  
EVENT SHALL ANY LIABILITY OF METROLOGIC EXCEED THE ACTUAL AMOUNT  
PAID TO METROLOGIC FOR THE PRODUCT. METROLOGIC RESERVES THE  
RIGHT TO MAKE ANY CHANGES TO THE PRODUCT DESCRIBED HEREIN.  
Corporate Headquarters  
Metrologic Instruments, Inc.  
90 Coles Road  
Customer Service: 1-800-ID-METRO  
Tel: 856-228-8100  
Blackwood, NJ 08012-4683  
Fax: 856-228-6673  
Germany  
Metrologic Instruments GmbH  
Dornierstrasse 2  
Tel: 49-89-89019-0  
Fax: 49-89-89019-200  
82178 Puchheim b.  
Munich, Germany  
39  
NOTICES  
Notice  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to  
part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful  
interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates,  
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the  
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this  
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be  
required to correct the interference at his own expense. Any unauthorized changes or modifications to  
this equipment could void the users authority to operate this device.  
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:  
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference  
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.  
Notice  
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.  
Remarque  
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A, conformé a la norme NMB-003 du Canada.  
Caution  
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result  
in hazardous laser light exposure. Under no circumstances should the customer attempt to service the  
laser scanner. Never attempt to look at the laser beam, even if the scanner appears to be nonfunctional.  
Never open the scanner in an attempt to look into the device. Doing so could result in hazardous laser  
light exposure. The use of optical instruments with the laser equipment will increase eye hazard.  
Atención  
La modificación de los procedimientos, o la utilización de controles o ajustes distintos de los  
especificados aquí, pueden provocar una luz de láser peligrosa. Bajo ninguna circunstancia el usuario  
deberá realizar el mantenimiento del láser del escáner. Ni intentar mirar al haz del láser incluso cuando  
este no esté operativo. Tampoco deberá abrir el escáner para examinar el aparato. El hacerlo puede  
conllevar una exposición peligrosa a la luz de láser. El uso de instrumentos ópticos con el equipo láser  
puede incrementar el riesgo para la vista.  
Attention  
L'emploi de commandes, réglages ou procédés autres que ceux décrits ici peut entraîner de graves  
irradiations. Le client ne doit en aucun cas essayer d'entretenir lui-même le scanner ou le laser. Ne  
regardez jamais directement le rayon laser, même si vous croyez que le scanner est inactif. N'ouvrez  
jamais le scanner pour regarder dans l'appareil. Ce faisant, vous vous exposez à une rayonnement laser  
qú êst hazardous. L'emploi d'appareils optiques avec cet équipement laser augmente le risque  
d'endommagement de la vision.  
Achtung  
Die Verwendung anderer als der hier beschriebenen Steuerungen, Einstellungen oder Verfahren kann  
eine gefährliche Laserstrahlung hervorrufen. Der Kunde sollte unter keinen Umständen versuchen, den  
Laser-Scanner selbst zu warten. Sehen Sie niemals in den Laserstrahl, selbst wenn Sie glauben, daß  
der Scanner nicht aktiv ist. Öffnen Sie niemals den Scanner, um in das Gerät hineinzusehen. Wenn Sie  
dies tun, können Sie sich einer gefährlichen Laserstrahlung aussetzen. Der Einsatz optischer Geräte mit  
dieser Laserausrüstung erhöht das Risiko einer Sehschädigung.  
40  
NOTICES (CONT.)  
Attenzione  
L’utilizzo di sistemi di controllo, di regolazioni o di procedimenti diversi da quelli descritti nel presente  
Manuale può provocare delle esposizioni a raggi laser rischiose. Il cliente non deve assolutamente  
tentare di riparare egli stesso lo scanner laser. Non guardate mai il raggio laser, anche se credete che  
lo scanner non sia attivo. Non aprite mai lo scanner per guardare dentro l’apparecchio. Facendolo potete  
esporVi ad una esposizione laser rischiosa. L’uso di apparecchi ottici, equipaggiati con raggi laser,  
aumenta il rischio di danni alla vista.  
European Standard  
Warning  
This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in  
which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.  
Funkstöreigenschaften nach EN 55022:1998  
Warnung!  
Dies ist eine Einrichtung der Klasse A. Diese Einrichtung kann im Wohnbereich Funkstörungen  
verursachen; in diesem fall kann vom Betrieber verlangt werden, angemessene Maßnahmen  
durchführen.  
Standard Europeo  
Attenzione  
Questo e’ un prodotto di classe A. Se usato in vicinanza di residenze private potrebbe causare  
interferenze radio che potrebbero richiedere all’utilizzatore opportune misure.  
Attention  
Ce produit est de classe “A”. Dans un environnement domestique, ce produit peut être la cause  
d’interférences radio. Dans ce cas l’utiliseteur peut être amené à predre les mesures adéquates.  
41  
PATENTS  
Patent Information  
This METROLOGIC product may be covered by one or more of the following  
U.S. Patents:  
U.S. Patent No. 4,360,798; 4,369,361; 4,387,297; 4,460,120; 4,496,831;  
4,593,186; 4,607,156; 4,673,805; 4,736,095; 4,758,717; 4,816,660;  
4,845,350; 4,896,026; 4,923,281; 4,933,538; 4,960,985; 4,992,717;  
5,015,833; 5,017,765; 5,059,779; 5,081,342; 5,117,098; 5,124,539;  
5,130,520; 5,132,525; 5,140,144; 5,149,950; 5,180,904; 5,200,599;  
5,216,232; 5,229,591; 5,247,162; 5,250,790; 5,250,791; 5,250,792;  
5,260,553; 5,262,628; 5,280,162; 5,280,164; 5,304,788; 5,321,246;  
5,324,924; 5,396,053; 5,396,055; 5,408,081; 5,410,139; 5,436,440;  
5,449,891; 5,468,949; 5,479,000; 5,532,469; 5,545,889; 5,557,093;  
5,627,359; 5,637,852; 5,777,315; 5,789,731  
No license right or sublicense is granted, either expressly or by implication,  
estoppel, or otherwise, under any METROLOGIC or third party intellectual  
property rights (whether or not such third party rights are licensed to  
METROLOGIC), including any third party patent listed above, except for an  
implied license only for the normal intended use of the specific equipment,  
circuits, and devices represented by or contained in the METROLOGIC  
products that are physically transferred to the user, and only to the extent of  
METROLOGIC’s license rights and subject to any conditions, covenants and  
restrictions therein.  
42  
INDEX  
A
I
Adapter Cable ...............1, 6, 10, 38  
Application...................................10  
Indicators ...................................... 1  
LED ................... 1, 13, 15, 16, 27  
Installation............................. 11, 39  
Interfaces ................................ 4, 38  
B
Bar codes ..........................1, 19, 27  
Base..............................................8  
Beeper...........3, 4, 7, 10, 15, 18, 27  
K
keyboard wedge.................. 1, 9, 38  
C
L
Cable........3, 5, 9, 10, 13, 26, 35-38  
adapter.......................1, 6, 10, 38  
cloning .......................................5  
communication 1-4, 7-10, 13, 28,  
35-38  
Labels ......................................... 21  
LASERKLASSE 1 ....................... 21  
LEDs................................. 3, 10, 15  
M
Caution....................................3, 10  
CE ...............................................40  
Class ...........................................41  
Communications buffer..................7  
Communications bus.....................6  
Compliance .......................3, 10, 39  
Configuration.............................6, 8  
Customer Service.................... ii, 39  
Maintenance ......................... 25, 27  
MECCA................................... 1, 28  
Mechanical.................................. 26  
N
Notices.................................. 40, 41  
O
D
OCIA............................ 1, 27-35, 37  
Operation .............................. 27, 40  
Operational ................................. 27  
Orientation ............................ 12, 26  
Default settings..............................4  
E
Electrical......................................39  
ESD.............................................27  
External Power supply...................6  
P
Parts ........................................... 13  
Patents........................................ 42  
PC........................... 1, 9, 10, 33, 38  
Pin Assignments .......... 3, 10, 35-38  
Property ...................................... 42  
G
Good read ...................................27  
Green LED ............3, 10, 13, 14, 15  
R
H
Red LED ..................................... 13  
Repair ......................................... 39  
RMA............................................ 39  
RS-485................................ 1, 6, 37  
Host........3, 4, 13, 15, 18, 26, 35-37  
Humidity ......................................27  
43  
INDEX  
S
V
ScanSelect ..1, 2, 4, 7, 9, 14, 19, 38  
ScanSet............1, 4, 7, 9, 14-19, 38  
Service ........................................39  
Specifications ........................26, 27  
Stand.................................2, 12, 14  
Ventilation ................................... 27  
Voltage.............................. 3, 10, 26  
Volume control card.... 2, 19, 20, 30  
W
Warranty ..................................... 39  
Weight......................................... 26  
Window ....................................... 13  
T
Temperature................................27  
U
UL/CSA/TUV ...............................26  
44  
NOTES  
NOTES  
August 2002  
Printed in the USA  
0 0 - 0 2 2 0 2 A  

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