Model 24/Mini-X

Series II
Laser Barcode Reader
PRODUCT MANUAL
INCLUDES STANDARD CONFIGURATION 1 (SC1)
MODEL 24 DYNAMIC RASTER (VV)

1000051491

Revision: 2.0 Release Date: 07/02

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INTRODUCTION
This is the Operations and Maintenance Manual for the Model 24 and Mini-X
Series II. It provides details on everything you need to know to unpack, set up,
operate, and maintain your system.

This note box is used throughout this manual to indicate supplementary

information important to the current topic.

MANUAL REVISIONS

This Operations and Maintenance Manual is under revision control. Any addenda
or other documents associated with this manual are under separate revision
controls. A revision number is changed by 0.1 whenever technical information is
changed or added to a document. Any revision between 0.1 and 0.9 is
automatically considered preliminary. Any document with a revision greater than
0.9 has been officially released by the Accu-Sort Systems ECN process. The
document revision history can be found in the Revision History section at the end
of this manual.

DISCLAIMER

Information in this manual is subject to change without notice. No part of this

document is to be reproduced or utilized in any form or by any means, electronic
or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or by an information storage
and retrieval system without the prior written consent of Accu-Sort Systems, inc.
All drawings and specifications contained in this manual are the property of
Accu-Sort Systems, inc. and shall not be reproduced, copied or used in whole or
in part as the basis for the sale or manufacture of devices without written
permission.

Copyright© 2001 Accu-Sort Systems, inc.

All Rights Reserved
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WARRANTY
Accu-Sort Systems, inc. warrants that its unit and component parts will be free
from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the
date of shipment. Unless otherwise stated, warranty for products not
manufactured by ASI is limited to manufacturer’s warranty. Accu-Sort’s sole
obligation with respect to damage (whether direct, incidental or consequential,
resulting from the use or performance of the terminal) is to repair or replace the
defective parts thereof.

EQUIPMENT OR COMPONENT FAILURES DUE TO MISUSE, ABUSE OR

NEGLECT ON THE PART OF THE USER OR HIS AGENTS ARE NOT
COVERED IN THIS WARRANTY.

There is no charge to the customer for any parts or labor required to repair
equipment in warranty when the defective item has been returned to the factory
for repair. On-site warranty service is available in the continental United States
during the one (1) year warranty period at a price equal to 75% of the standard
service charge in effect at the time of service, plus travel related expenses.

Or, if the equipment is installed in the continental United States by an Accu-Sort

service technician and billed at the then current service rate, the on-site service
during the first year is free of all charges including labor, parts and travel
expenses.

Service requests due to abuse, neglect or changes in the original specifications or

service calls not related to the Accu-Sort equipment, will be charged at the then
current service rate plus all travel related expenses. Warranty coverage lasts for
one calendar year. If the device or a part of the device is replaced, the warranty
coverage does not start over; however, the replacement part or unit (no charge) is
covered under warranty for the remainder of the one-year period, with a
minimum time period of 90 days.

Accu-Sort Systems, inc. also offers the “Blue Ribbon Extended Service Plan”
(BRES) in addition to the standard product warranty. Through this plan,
equipment maintenance and repair are offered with fixed cost and fast turnaround
for unexpected repairs.

Additional details on the coverage, support, and services available for your bar
code scanning and automated systems equipment is available from:

Accu-Sort Systems, inc.

2800 Crystal Drive 511 School House Road 2398 North Penn Road
Hatfield, PA 19440 Telford, PA 18969 Hatfield, PA 19440

Phone: (215) 723-0981

1-800-BAR-CODE
FAX: Telford Main .......... (215) 721-5551
Customer Service ... (215) 723-1515
Systems .................. (215) 996-8181
Sales....................... (215) 996-8282
Acct/Mktg .............. (215) 996-8249
TMS ....................... (215) 996-8787
North Penn ............. (215) 997-4848
Internet: www.accusort.com
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CUSTOMER SERVICE
If you have any problems or questions that require Accu-Sort’s help, direct your
calls to the Customer Service Department.

Accu-Sort Customer Service: phone: (215) 723-0981

1-800-BAR-CODE
(ask for Customer Service)
fax: (215) 723-1515

To ensure that Accu-Sort’s response is prompt and accurate, please have the
following information ready to give the Customer Service Department when
calling:

• Product Serial Number

• Product Type or name
• Detailed description of the question or problem
• Customer contact name and phone number

Product Type Serial Number

Serial Tag

Serial Number Breakdown:

WWXXXXXX (YY...)

WW - Two digit year of manufacture

XXXXXX - Six digit sequential build number

Y - Optional suffix(es) that reflect actual catalog options for the

off-the shelf units

- ex: M22A would have "A" as suffix

- at least 6 digits can be placed on the tag
- if "Z" is called out, this indicates a custom unit
requiring folder
- this could be used for special designations

The WWXXXXXX fields are bar coded with a Code 128 type bar code.
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SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS AND PRECAUTIONS

The Model 24 and Mini-X Series II are electronic microprocessor-based scanning
units. Please follow the safety precautions and warnings found throughout this
manual in order to prevent personal injury or damage to the unit. Failure to
follow these precautions may void your warranty.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the 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.

The following note boxes are displayed throughout this manual to indicate safety
concerns and/or warnings.

This note box is used to provide precautions and/or guidelines, warning the user
that personal injury or damage to the unit may occur during the task they are
performing.
This note box is used to alert the user they are about to perform an action
involving a dangerous level of voltage, or to warn against an action that could
cause electrical shock.
Measures must be taken to prevent Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) at all times
when the cover is off the unit. Circuit Boards are at the most risk. See Safety
Recommendations and Precautions - Electrostatic Discharge.

WHEN UNPACKING AND MOUNTING

• Do not drop the unit

• Do not touch the exit window glass

WARNING
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product can cause radio
interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
(ref. CISPR 22 = EN 55 022:1995)

WARNING
In order to maintain Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Compliance
interconnecting cables must be connected using a 360° shield connection of all
the interface cables with a conductive strain relief for RF shielding purposes
(I.e.:’metalized’ ’D’ sub-strain relief). This applies to all I/O cables connected
through ’D’ sub-connectors.
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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS

Please follow these precautions:

• Do not attempt to open the unit.

• Avoid staring at the laser beam. Staring at the laser beam for prolonged
periods could result in eye damage.
• The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard. Do
not look into the laser beam with instruments such as telescopes, binoculars,
or cameras.
• The use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than
those specified herein may result in hazardous laser light exposure.
• Do not create any obstructions of airflow to the unit. Keep the area around
the unit clean to provide for cooling.
• Any service should be performed so as not to violate compliance with the
Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Part 1040, Section 10 (21 CFR
1040.10), as administered by the Center for Devices and Radiological
Health, a service of the Food and Drug Administration under the Department
of Health and Human Services. Do not attempt to defeat any safety
provisions.
• Learn where the disconnect switches or circuit breakers are for your area.
(Ensure that others using the equipment know this also.)
• Use shielded interface cables with this product. To maintain FCC
compliance, the cable shield must make a 360ÛFRQQHFWLRQWRWKHVKLHOGHG
mating connector.
• Before performing any type of maintenance, turn off power to the unit and
disconnect the power cord.
• Be certain your hands and the floor of your work area are dry before
touching electrical equipment or connecting cords.
• Routinely check all connections to your unit. If a cable is damaged in any
way, replace it.
• Routinely examine all wiring and plugs for any signs of exposed wire or
deteriorating insulation.
• Check mounting hardware periodically for tightness and stability.
• Do not use plaster board or wood as a mounting surface for the Model 24.
Use steel or aluminum as a mounting structure.

To prevent possible exposure to laser light that may exceed the CDRH’s
Accessible Emission Limit for a Class II laser, your unit has a “Scanning
Safeguard” feature which shuts off the laser power if the mirror wheel fails to
rotate. This ensures that a stationary laser beam cannot exit the scan head.

GROUNDING THE MODEL 24 OR MINI-X SERIES II

The system must be grounded electrically at all times. Please follow these
precautions:

• Ensure your AC power outlet has a properly grounded receptacle.

• Make sure you have the appropriate power cord for your country before
turning on the unit.
• Do not turn on the system until all components are properly cabled and
grounded with three-conductor AC power cords. Do not use a two-prong
adapter.
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• Do not cut or remove the round grounding prong from the plug under any
circumstances.
• Do not use an extension cord to defeat the ground.

ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE

Electrostatic discharge (ESD), the transfer of static electricity from one object to
another, is an often-unnoticeable hazard to electronic components. Boards and
other devices with integrated circuits are particularly sensitive to ESD damage.
Product failures may not occur until days or weeks after the component was
damaged.

Static damage to components can take the form of upset failures or catastrophic
failures (direct and latent).

An upset failure occurs when an electrostatic discharge is not significant enough

to cause total failure, but may result in intermittent gate leakage, causing loss of
software or incorrect storage of information.

Direct catastrophic failures occur when a component is damaged to the point

where it is permanently damaged.

The following note box is displayed where ESD precautions must be followed:
Measures must be taken to prevent Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) at all times
when the cover is off the unit. Circuit Boards are at the most risk. See Safety
Recommendations and Precautions - Electrostatic Discharge.

Five Basic Rules for ESD Control

Below are some keys to effectively control unnecessary ESD damage. When
working with ESD-sensitive devices:

• Define an ESD protective area and work on the ESD-sensitive devices in this
area only;
• Define the sensitivity of devices to be handled in the ESD protective area;
• Establish a suitable static control program that both limits static generation to
less than the damage threshold of the most sensitive device in the
environment, and provides a safe, defined path for the dissipation of static
charges;
• Prevent contamination of the protective area by unnecessary non-static
controlled materials; and
• Audit the ESD protective area regularly to ensure that static control is
maintained. Document the findings for future reference.
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LABEL LOCATIONS MODEL 24 SERIES II

The following labels identify areas of the unit that require special precautions or
handling, or provide general information.

Model 24 Series II Labels and Locations

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LABEL LOCATIONS MINI-X SERIES II

The following labels identify areas of the unit that require special precautions or
handling, or provide general information.

Mini-X Series II Labels and Locations

 Table of Contents

Chapter One
Model 24/Mini-X Series II Capabilities

INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................................. 1-2

ABOUT THE SCANNERS................................................................................................................................. 1-3
MODEL 24/MINI-X SERIES II............................................................................................................. 1-3
SCANNER SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................................................... 1-4
MODEL 24 SERIES II........................................................................................................................ 1-4
MINI-X SERIES II............................................................................................................................. 1-5
SCANNER READ CHARTS .............................................................................................................................. 1-6
MODEL 24 SERIES II ....................................................................................................................... 1-6
MINI-X SERIES II............................................................................................................................. 1-9

Chapter Two
Scanner Unpacking, Setting Up, and Mounting

INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................................. 2-2

UNPACKING THE MODEL 24 OR MINI-X SERIES II .......................................................................................... 2-3
SETTING UP THE MODEL 24 AND MINI-X SERIES II........................................................................................ 2-3
CONNECTOR LOCATIONS ................................................................................................................. 2-4
LED STATUS INDICATORS ............................................................................................................... 2-6
MOUNTING THE SCANNER ............................................................................................................................ 2-9
MODEL 24 SERIES II ....................................................................................................................... 2-9
MINI-X SERIES II........................................................................................................................... 2-13
ACCESSORIES............................................................................................................................... 2-15

Chapter Three
Configuring the Model 24/Mini-X Series II

INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................................. 3-2

BARCODE BASICS AND THE MODEL 24/MINI-X SERIES II ................................................................................ 3-3
APPLICATIONS.............................................................................................................................................. 3-5
USING PHOTOEYES ......................................................................................................................... 3-5
SINGLE BARCODE SETUP ................................................................................................................ 3-7
SINGLE BARCODE WITH MULTIPLE MESSAGES .................................................................................. 3-7
SINGLE BARCODE WITH CHARACTER STRIPPING ............................................................................... 3-7
TWO BARCODES WITH A SEPARATOR ............................................................................................... 3-8
TWO BARCODE TYPES TRANSMITTED AS SETS ................................................................................. 3-8
FIXED MESSAGE WITH VARIOUS BARCODES ..................................................................................... 3-9
INTERFACE TO ADDITIONAL SERIAL DEVICES .................................................................................... 3-9
QUAD RELAY BOX AND RELAY OUTPUTS ........................................................................................ 3-10
GO/NVC RELAYS ......................................................................................................................... 3-12
LIFE LIGHT .................................................................................................................................... 3-12
MATCH RELAY 1 ........................................................................................................................... 3-12
MATCH RELAY 2 ........................................................................................................................... 3-13
MATCH RELAY 3 ........................................................................................................................... 3-13
MASTER/SLAVE CONFIGURATION ................................................................................................... 3-14

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Chapter Four
Making Connections To The Scanner

INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................................. 4-2

ASSEMBLING CONNECTORS .......................................................................................................................... 4-3
9-PIN CONNECTORS........................................................................................................................ 4-3
25-PIN CONNECTORS...................................................................................................................... 4-4
SCANNER COMMUNICATION TYPES ............................................................................................................... 4-5
RS232 WITH NO HANDSHAKING...................................................................................................... 4-5
RS232 WITH RTS/CTS HANDSHAKING ........................................................................................... 4-6
RS422 FULL DUPLEX...................................................................................................................... 4-7
RS485 HALF DUPLEX ..................................................................................................................... 4-9
CURRENT LOOP (COM 1 ONLY) ..................................................................................................... 4-10
CONNECTING TO THE SCANNER ................................................................................................................. 4-11
CONNECTING TO A PC OR TERMINAL ............................................................................................ 4-11
CONNECTING TO A TRIGGERING DEVICE........................................................................................ 4-12
CONNECTING TO AN EXTERNAL LOGIC (MODEL 24E SERIES II ONLY).............................................. 4-15
CONNECTING TO A QUAD RELAY BOX ........................................................................................... 4-16
CONNECTING OTHER DEVICES ...................................................................................................... 4-17
OPTIONAL COMMUNICATION TYPES ............................................................................................................. 4-19
ETHERNET .................................................................................................................................... 4-19
DEVICENET .................................................................................................................................. 4-19
PROFIBUS ..................................................................................................................................... 4-20

Chapter Four
Maintenance and Troubleshooting

INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................................. 5-2

SCANNER MAINTENANCE .............................................................................................................................. 5-3
CLEANING AND CHECKING THE MODEL 24 OR MINI-X SERIES II......................................................... 5-3
CHECKING OTHER EQUIPMENT ......................................................................................................... 5-3
SCANNER TROUBLESHOOTING ...................................................................................................................... 5-4
MODEL 24 SERIES II ....................................................................................................................... 5-4
MINI-X SERIES II............................................................................................................................. 5-6
PROBLEM/CAUSES/SOLUTION TABLE ............................................................................................... 5-8

Appendices

APPENDIX A - ASCII CHART.........................................................................................................................A-2

APPENDIX B – ASCII COMMUNICATIONS .......................................................................................................A-3
STANDARD RS485 MULTIDROP COMMUNICATIONS ...........................................................................A-3
PROTOCOLS USED WITH RS232, CURRENT LOOP, AND RS422 .......................................................A-9
APPENDIX C – BEAM APERTURE ADJUSTMENT ............................................................................................A-10
APPENDIX D – MOUNTING THE EXTERNAL BLOWER (P/N MDL24-55) ...........................................................A-11
APPENDIX E – UNIVERSAL MOUNTING BRACKET..........................................................................................A-13
QUICK RELEASE MOUNTING KIT.....................................................................................................A-13

Glossary

Index

Revision History

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Model 24/Mini-X Series II Capabilities

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Chapter One Contents

INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................... 1-2

ABOUT THE SCANNERS ............................................................................. 1-3

MODEL 24/MINI-X SERIES II................................................................... 1-3
SCANNER SPECIFICATIONS........................................................................ 1-4
MODEL 24 SERIES II.............................................................................. 1-4
MINI-X SERIES II ................................................................................... 1-5
SCANNER READ CHARTS .......................................................................... 1-6
MODEL 24 SERIES II.............................................................................. 1-6
MINI-X SERIES II ................................................................................... 1-9
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INTRODUCTION
This chapter describes the Accu-Sort Model 24 and Mini-X Series II scanning
systems and how they read bar codes.

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ABOUT THE SCANNERS

MODEL 24/MINI-X SERIES II

With various configurations available, the Model 24 or Mini-X Series II scanners

provides medium to long range bar code scanning. The main difference between
the two scanners is the Model 24 Series II is a linear scanner while the Mini-X
Series II is an omnidirectional scanner. Both scanners are small, light weight and
self-contained. The scanners are in many different configurations including the
Standard Configuration (SCx) and the Dynamic Raster (VV).

Accu-Sort Systems developed the Model 24 and Mini-X Series II with the
various needs of their customers in mind. Because of this, the Model 24 and
Mini-X are designed with many powerful features that make bar code scanning
easier to implement and maintain. The standard features include:

• Operator LED indicators

• High scan rate, which increases flexibility, productivity and efficiency
• Long range scanning ability
• Wide scan angle for bar code scanning even at a close range
• Reads all of the major bar code symbologies
• NEMA 12 enclosure, sturdy enough to use in an industrial environment

Optional features designed to enhance the performance of the Model 24 and

Mini-X are also available. These features include:

• Dynamic Raster
• High density scanning
• Two and three zone focusing
• Custom applications
• DRX technology

Both scanners are configurable via software to use Accu-Sort’s patented DRX
Technology. DRX allows the scanners to read bar codes many other scanners
can not. The way this is achieved, DRX uses partial scans and reconstructs the
bar code data with 100% accuracy.

Additional software (TachTrac) has been designed to provide the ability for two
or more boxes to be scanned within the scanner’s read zone at one time. This
capability allows greater throughput by decreasing the space required between
boxes. A tachometer is required to synchronize the conveyor belt travel with the
scanner, which helps the system track boxes and assign bar codes to the
associated packages.

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SCANNER SPECIFICATIONS

MODEL 24 SERIES II

This system must be grounded electrically. Ensure your AC power outlet has a
properly grounded receptacle. Also, make sure you have the appropriate power
cord for your country before powering the unit.

Do not turn the system on until all components are properly cabled and grounded
with three conductor AC power cords. Do not use a two-prong adapter. Do not use
an extension cord to defeat the ground.

Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the round grounding prong from
the plug. The unit must be grounded at all times.

Physical
Size and Weight Model 24 Series II: 11.88” L x 5.06” W x 8.28” H; 13 lbs.
Model 24 Series II: 30.18 cm L x 12.85 cm W x 21.03 cm H; 5.9 kg
Model 24 VV: 11.88” L x 7.93” W x 8.28” H; 13.82 lbs.
Model 24 VV: 30.18 cm L x 20.14 cm W x 21.03 cm H; 6.27 kg
Enclosure NEMA 12 standard (gasketed, drip-proof and dust-tight)
Visual Diagnostics Model 24 SC1, Model 24 VV and Model 24i: Three LED “status”
indicators: Go/NVC, Trigger, Laser
Model 24e: Two LED "status" indicators: Trigger, Laser

Environmental
Temperature Range 32 to 122°F (0 - 50°C)
Units with the heater option (used in extremely cold climates) will
operate between 50 - 60° F
Relative Humidity 20-90% non-condensing
Operating Parameters
Power Requirements 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 20 watts
Scan Rate Up to 3000 scans per second
500 scans per second (SC1)
Laser Pattern Standard Line
Bar Code Types Model 24 SC1, Model 24 VV and Model 24i: All 1D

Model 24e: All 1D, depending upon external logic.

Communications RS232, RS422, RS485, Current Loop, Ethernet (optional), Profibus
(optional), DeviceNet (optional)
Connections 4 serial ports : 3 external, 1 internal
1 trigger input
1 tachometer input
2 form "A" relays (1 optional)
Up to 4 parallel outputs
Up to 2 parallel inputs

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MINI-X SERIES II

This system must be grounded electrically. Ensure your AC power outlet has a
properly grounded receptacle. Also, make sure you have the appropriate power
cord for your country before powering the unit.

Do not turn the system on until all components are properly cabled and grounded
with three conductor AC power cords. Do not use a two-prong adapter. Do not use
an extension cord to defeat the ground.

Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the round grounding prong from
the plug. The unit must be grounded at all times.

Physical
Size and Weight 11.41” L x 15.50” W x 6.35” H; 21 lbs.
29.98 cm L x 39.37 cm W x 16.13 cm H; 9.5 kg
Enclosure Aluminum NEMA 12 (IP 52) rated optical department
Visual Diagnostics Three LED “status” indicators: Go/NVC, Trigger, Laser
Environmental
Temperature Range 32 to 122°F (0 - 50°C)
Relative Humidity 20-90% non-condensing
Operating Parameters
Power Requirements 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 20 watts

Scan Rate 500 scans per second

Reading Tilt: 360° (omnidirectional);
Pitch and skew: Up to 45° (application dependent)
Laser Pattern Standard X
Bar Code Types All 1D
Communications RS232, RS422, RS485, Current Loop, Ethernet (optional), Profibus
(optional), DeviceNet (optional)
Connections 4 serial ports : 3 external, 1 internal
1 trigger input
1 tachometer input
2 form "A" relays (1 optional)
Up to 4 parallel outputs
Up to 2 parallel inputs

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SCANNER READ CHARTS

MODEL 24 SERIES II

The following read chart illustrates the read ranges for the Model 24 Series II in a
standard configuration (SC1).

Model 24 Series II SC1 Read Chart

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The following read chart illustrates the read ranges for the Model 24 VV.

Model 24 VV Read Chart

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The following read chart illustrates the read ranges for the Model 24 Series II.

Model 24 Series II Read Chart

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MINI-X SERIES II

The following read chart illustrates the read ranges for the Mini-X Series II in a
standard configuration (SC1).

Mini-X Series II SC1 Read Chart

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Chart Narrow Element Maximum Scan
Reading Range Depth Of Field
Colors Width Window
10.0 mil (.25mm)28" - 36" (711 - 914mm) 8" (203mm) 16" (406mm)@36" (914mm)
15.0 mil (.38mm)25" - 40" (635 - 1016mm)15" (381mm) 17" (431mm)@40" (1016mm)
20.0 mil (.50mm)21" - 47" (533 - 1193mm)26" (660mm) 18" (457mm)@47" (1194mm)
25.0 mil (.63mm)16" - 52" (406 - 1320mm)36" (914mm) 19" (482mm)@52" (1320mm) Mini-X Series II Standard Configuration
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DISTANCE FROM SCANNER

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Chapter Two
Scanner Unpacking, Setting Up, and Mounting

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Chapter Two Contents

INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................... 2-2

UNPACKING THE MODEL 24 OR MINI-X SERIES II....................................... 2-3

SETTING UP THE MODEL 24 AND MINI-X SERIES II .................................... 2-3

Connector Locations ........................................................................ 2-4
MODEL 24 SERIES II...................................................................................... 2-4
MINI-X SERIES II ........................................................................................... 2-5
LED Status Indicators....................................................................... 2-6
MODEL 24I AND SC1 SERIES II....................................................................... 2-6
MODEL 24E SERIES II .................................................................................... 2-7
MINI-X SERIES II .......................................................................................... 2-8
MOUNTING THE SCANNER ......................................................................... 2-9
Model 24 Series II .............................................................................. 2-9
1000018296 EXTRUSION MOUNTING HARDWARE KIT .................................... 2-10
1000020522 55/70 ADAPTER BRACKET ....................................................... 2-10
MOUNTING ORIENTATIONS............................................................................ 2-11
Mini-X Series II................................................................................. 2-13
Accessories ..................................................................................... 2-15
PHOTOEYES ................................................................................................ 2-15
TACHOMETER.............................................................................................. 2-16
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INTRODUCTION
This chapter describes the unpacking, setting up and mounting of the Model 24
and Mini-X Series II scanning system.

Some of the equipment described in this chapter might not be used with your
system. Skip over sections that do not apply.

Do not turn on the system until all components are properly cabled and grounded
with three-conductor AC power cords. Do not use a two-prong adapter. Do not
use an extension cord to defeat the ground.

Ensure your AC power outlet has a properly grounded receptacle. Make sure you
have the appropriate power cord for your country before powering the unit.

Do NOT use the Model 24 or Mini-X Series II power line to operate other
equipment, especially induction motors and solenoids.

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UNPACKING THE MODEL 24 OR MINI-X SERIES II

When you unpack the Model 24 or Mini-X Series II scanning system, you will
find all the necessary parts need to install the system. The placement of the
Model 24 or Mini-X Series II accessories inside the box depends on your order.

Remove everything from the box and compare the items listed on the packing
list. If any of the parts of the Model 24 or Mini-X Series II or any of the
accessories are missing or damaged, contact Accu-Sort immediately (Refer to
page iii, Customer Service).

SETTING UP THE MODEL 24 AND MINI-X SERIES

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The steps below represent one recommended scenario to set up the Model 24 and
Mini-X Series II Scanning System:

1. Remove all materials from the box.

2. Check the materials against the packing list and make sure none of the parts
are missing or damaged.
3. Mount your Model 24 or Mini-X Series II as described in this chapter,
ensuring that cable lengths will enable proper connections to the unit.
4. Make all the appropriate connections to your Model 24 or Mini-X Series II.
5. Begin reading your bar codes.

If you have any problems or questions concerning setting up your Model 24 or

Mini-X Series II, contact Accu-Sort immediately (Refer to page iii, Customer
Service).

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CONNECTOR LOCATIONS

The illustrations below show the locations of the external connectors for
connecting the Model 24 or Mini-X Series II scanners to other devices.

Model 24 Series II

Model 24i and SC1 Series II Connectors

Model 24e Series II Connectors

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Mini-X Series II

Mini-X Front View

Mini-X Rear View

Mini-X Series II Connectors

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LED STATUS INDICATORS

Model 24i and SC1 Series II

The Model 24i and SC1 Series II has three LED "status" indicators on the
connector panel that provide operational information. The location of these LEDs
is shown below. The following are descriptions of each LED.

Go/NVC Green at the end of TRIGGER (CART) indicates a good read. Red at the end of
TRIGGER (CART) indicates a NO READ or NOT VALID CODE.
Trigger Solid yellow indicates the TRIGGER (CART) input is active.
Laser Solid green indicates the laser is on.

More information is provided in Chapter Four of this manual (Troubleshooting

Section).

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Model 24e Series II

On the connector panel, the Model 24e Series II has two LED "status" indicators
that provide operational information. The location of these LEDs is shown
below. The following are descriptions of each LED.

Trigger Solid yellow indicates the TRIGGER (CART) input is active. In continuous read
mode the LED remains solid yellow.
Laser Solid green indicates the laser is on.

More information is provided in Chapter Four of this manual (Troubleshooting

Section).

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MINI-X Series II

On the connector panel, the Mini-X Series II has three LED "status" indicators
that provide operational information. The location of these LEDs is shown
below. The following are descriptions of each LED.

Go/NVC Green at the end of TRIGGER (CART) indicates a good read. Red at the end of
TRIGGER (CART) indicates a NO READ or NOT VALID CODE.
Trigger Solid yellow indicates the TRIGGER (CART) input is active.
Laser Solid green indicates the laser is on.

More information is provided in Chapter Four of this manual (Troubleshooting

Section).

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MOUNTING THE SCANNER

MODEL 24 SERIES II

The Model 24 Series II was designed to provide maximum mounting flexibility

to the end user. The body of the unit has four tracks designed to accept industry-
standard extrusion drop-in nuts. There is one track each on the top and bottom of
the unit, and two on the front. The unit can be mounted via any one of these
tracks, to best suit existing structures or facilitate the design of new structures.

When you mount the Model 24 Series II, make sure there is enough space around
the unit for the connections to the accessories needed for your application. There
must also be enough room to allow for a nominal amount of airflow around the
unit. The minimum space requirements for the Model 24 Series II are as follows:

• Overhead - Leave enough room for air flow

• Connector panel – 2.25” (57.15 mm) for connections
• Sides - Leave enough room for air flow
• Front - Make sure there are no obstructions between the scanner and the bar
code to be scanned during the read cycle

When mounting your Model 24 series II, do not use sheet rock or wood as your
mounting surface. Make sure to use steel or aluminum as a mounting structure.

Accu-Sort offers three different mounting kits for the Model 24 Series II, as the
remainder of this section shows.

Model 24 Series II Dimensions With Reference to the Scan Line

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1000018296 Extrusion Mounting Hardware Kit

This kit simply consists of two drop-in nuts, along with bolts and washers, for
mounting the Model 24 Series II to a customer-designed bracket. The 5/8" bolts
provided in the kit, when used with the flat and lock washers, provide the proper
engagement depth into the drop-in nuts for bracket thicknesses of 1/8" to 3/16".
Screw engagement depth should be between 0.3” (0.76 cm) and 0.4” (1.02 cm)
for secure mounting. See the drawing below:

You can use any type of

fasteners with the bracket, as
long as they are compatible
with the mounting surface.

Maximum Screw Depth in Nut Track

1000020522 55/70 Adapter Bracket

This kit is designed for replacing an Accu-Sort Model 55 or 70 with a Model 24

Series II. The bracket will orient the beam pattern (exit angle and point of origin
for optical measurements) of the Model 24 Series II to match that of the 55/70.
The kit consists of the bracket and hardware necessary to mount the Model 24
Series II.

To mount the Model 24 Series II using this bracket:

1. Place the Model 24 Series II upside down, with the bottom nut track facing
up. Insert the two drop-in nuts from the kit into the nut track, approximately
1” (2.54 cm) from either end of the track.
2. Place the adapter bracket into the nut track in the Model 24 Series II, with the
single mounting hole facing the front of the Model 24 Series II. The studs
adjacent to the angled slot will protrude into the nut track and accurately
locate the bracket onto the unit.
3. Insert the two screws provided in the kit, with their flat and lockwashers,
through the bracket and into the drop-in nuts in the nut track, and tighten.
4. Remove the three mounting bolts from the existing 55/70, remove the unit,
and install the Model 24 Series II mounting plate combination in its place,
using the original bolts.

You can use any type of

fasteners with the bracket, as
long as they are compatible
with the mounting surface.

55/70 Adapter Bracket

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Mounting Orientations

The two diagrams that follow detail the two different orientations the Model 24
Series II can be mounted in: Side Read and Top Read.

Refer to these notes when using the two diagrams:

1. Refer to specifications for actual dimensions.

2. Start trigger photoeye is placed in the plane of the scan beam.
3. End trigger photoeye is used in this position for non-tracking scanners only.

Model 24 Series II Side Read Orientation

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Model 24 Series II Top Read Orientation

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MINI-X SERIES II

When you mount your Mini-X Series II, you must make sure there is enough
clearance around the unit. This will ensure that connections to other equipment
can be made, packages can pass by without hitting any equipment, access panels
can be removed, and heat will dissipate, keeping the scanner cool. The minimum
clearance requirements of the Mini-X Series II are as follows:

• Top: 10.0" (25.4 cm)

• Back: 10.0" (25.4 cm)
• Sides: 0.5" (12.7 cm)
• Front: 10.0" (25.4 cm)

You must mount the Mini-X Series II with the connector panel facing the flow of
the conveyor. See page for a drawing showing mounting orientation.

The tables below list standard system dimension measurements and their
descriptions. Each description of the dimension is assigned a corresponding
letter, which appears in the following diagrams.

Top-Read Installation
Letter Length Description
A Height of bottom of baseplate above conveyor
B Overall depth of field
C Minimum box height
D Optical throw (near distance)
E Beginning of Zone 2 (height of Mid PE 2 above conveyor)
F Beginning of Zone 3 (height of Near Trigger PE 2 above conveyor)
G Beginning of Zone 4 (height of End Trigger PE 2 above conveyor)
H Distance from edge of conveyor to center mounting hole
I Distance from Start Trigger Photoeye to center mounting hole
J Distance from Start Trigger Photoeye to End Trigger Photoeye
K Conveyor Width

Side-Read Installation
Letter Length Description
A Height of center mounting bracket above conveyor
B Vertical scan widow
C Distance from Start Trigger Photoeye to center mounting bracket
D Distance from Start Trigger Photoeye to End Trigger Photoeye
E Optical throw (near distance)
F Beginning of Zone 3 (trigger point of End Trigger PE 2)
G Beginning of Zone 2 (trigger point of Near PE 1)
H Beginning of Zone 1 (trigger point of Mid PE 2)
I Overall depth of field
K Total vertical scan window

1. All distances are referenced to the bottom of the scanner base plate. Allow
0.562” (1.428 cm) for shock mounts between scanner and mounting surface
2. End Trigger photoeye used in this position for non-tracking scanners only.
3. Two scanners shown to illustrate mounting relationship

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Mini-X Series II Top and Side Read Orientation

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ACCESSORIES

Photoeyes

This section describes how to mount your photoeyes to their mounting brackets.
Photoeyes work by bouncing a light beam off a reflector and detecting when
something breaks the path of light. In order for your photoeyes to work properly,
you must make sure the following things are done:

• The photoeye must have a reflector mounted directly opposite it on the other
side of the conveyor.

Except when using angled zone photoeyes, the following must be done:

• The photoeye must be mounted so the light exit window is perpendicular to

the conveyor, facing the reflector.
• The reflector must be mounted perpendicular to the conveyor, facing the
photoeye.

Use the drawing below to help you mount your photoeyes.

Reflector
Mtg Surface

Photoeye Mtg
Brkt Surface

Photoeye Mounting Diagram

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Tachometer

The tachometer (tach) is a wheel that outputs a set number of pulses for each
rotation it makes. This tells the computer the precise conveyor speed, allowing it
to determine the exact position of a package. A tachometer is necessary in
systems with the TachTrac option. Tracking allows for multiple boxes to be
under the scan window at the same time. Bar codes on each box are decoded and
assigned to the correct box. Because the exact layout of many conveyors is
unique, it is impossible to give you exact directions for mounting your
tachometer. Follow the guidelines below as closely as possible when mounting.

• Recommend Tach Mounting Kit - xxxxxxx

• Tachometers are often used in systems with several conveyor belts. Mount
the tach on the section of the conveyor the scanning is performed on.
• Mount the tach on the underside of the conveyor, away from areas where the
conveyor bows downward. A good place to mount the tach is on one end of
the conveyor, underneath the drive shaft.
• Make sure the tach assembly angles in the same direction that the underside
of the conveyor travels, as shown in the diagrams on the next page.
• The tach must make good contact with the conveyor. Use a weight or spring
assembly to put tension on the back of the tach, ensuring that the wheel
makes strong contact.

See the following drawings to assist you in mounting your tachometer.

Belt Direction

Above
Conveyor Belt
Direction
Below
Conveyor

Tach mounted on
underside of conveyor

Three Dimensional View

Belt Direction
Above Conveyor

Belt Direction
Below Conveyor

Top View

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Conveyor

Position A
Conveyor Direction

Mounting/Pivot Position

Position B (Weight)

Side View

Pressure in lbs. Weight Needed

at Position A at Position B
on Conveyor (LBS)
15 30
14 28
13 26
12 24
11 22
10 20
9 18
8 16
7 14
6 12
5 10

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Configuring the Model 24/Mini-X Series II

3 Heading 2

Chapter Three Contents

INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................... 3-2

BARCODE BASICS AND THE MODEL 24/MINI-X SERIES II............................ 3-3

APPLICATIONS .......................................................................................... 3-5

USING PHOTOEYES ............................................................................... 3-5
SINGLE BARCODE SETUP ...................................................................... 3-7
SINGLE BARCODE WITH MULTIPLE MESSAGES ....................................... 3-7
SINGLE BARCODE WITH CHARACTER STRIPPING .................................... 3-7
TWO BARCODES WITH A SEPARATOR ..................................................... 3-8
TWO BARCODE TYPES TRANSMITTED AS SETS ....................................... 3-8
FIXED MESSAGE WITH VARIOUS BARCODES ........................................... 3-9
INTERFACE TO ADDITIONAL SERIAL DEVICES.......................................... 3-9
QUAD RELAY BOX AND RELAY OUTPUTS ............................................. 3-10
GO/NVC RELAYS ............................................................................... 3-12
LIFE LIGHT .......................................................................................... 3-12
MATCH RELAY 1 ................................................................................. 3-12
MATCH RELAY 2 ................................................................................. 3-13
MATCH RELAY 3 ................................................................................. 3-13
MASTER/SLAVE CONFIGURATION ......................................................... 3-14
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INTRODUCTION
This chapter will discuss barcode basics and applications associated with the
Model 24 and Mini-X Series II scanners.

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BARCODE BASICS AND THE MODEL 24/MINI-X

SERIES II
A barcode is a group of rectangular bars and spaces arranged in a preset pattern.
The pattern is organized to represent elements of data referred to as characters.
The standard industry codes can represent several alphanumeric characters.

There are many different types of barcodes. Each type uses its own symbology,
which defines how the bars and spaces represent the letters and numbers.

The figure below shows each part of a bar code. The labels for each part remain
the same even if the position, orientation, or type of barcode changes.
Quiet Bar Quiet
Zone Space Width
Width Zone

Bar
Height

Bar Code Length

Sample Bar Code

The Model 24 and Mini-X Series II scanners are capable of reading eight
different bar codes simultaneously. The code types can be chosen from the
following table:

Interleaved 2 of 5— More commonly called I 2 of 5, this numeric only bar code was developed in the
fixed or variable length early 1970's. Because of its high code densities, I 2 of 5 is most often found in
distribution applications. Due to the limited amount of characters I 2 of 5 can use,
and the simple structure of the start and stop characters, even partial scans can
result in valid reads. If I 2 of 5 is chosen for your application, Accu-Sort
recommends that the Model 24 is programmed to a fixed length in all scanning
applications.
Code 39— Code 39, or Code 3 of 9, was the first bar code developed that used both numbers
fixed or variable length and uppercase letters. It is the most recognized and widely used for non-retail
applications. Each character is represented by a stand-alone group of 5 bars and 4
spaces. The basic code set includes 0-9, A-Z, * which is used for the start and stop
characters, and six other symbols - . $ / + and % for a total of 43 characters.
Because each of the characters are discrete and self-checking, Code 39 provides a
high level of data security. The Model 24 automatically checks all data for this
symbology. The Model 24 also recognizes two other forms of the Code 39
symbology called EDP and STK.
Code 93— Derives its name from the fact that every character is constructed from nine
fixed or variable length elements arranged into three bars with their adjacent spaces. This is similar to the
UPC symbol (widely used in the grocery industry). This symbol also includes two
powerful check digits that minimize the possibility of reader substitution errors due
to printing defects.
Code 128— Code 128 is a continuous code made up of 3 bars and 3 spaces for each
fixed or variable length character. The Uniform Code Council and the International Article Numbering
Association have developed standards for the use of bar codes in the global
distribution of retail, industrial, commercial, pharmaceutical, meat and other
products using Code 128 as an application identifier. Since the nature of Code 128
is such that each character depends on the characters before and after it for code
structure, a check digit is incorporated in the bar code. The check digit, which is
automatically checked by the Model 24, provides a high level of data security.
Codabar— Widely used in libraries, photo-finishing systems, and blood bank applications,
fixed or variable length Codabar uses numbers along with 6 special characters. Four different
combinations of start and stop characters can be used to mean specific things for
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the start and stop characters.

UPCA This bar code type is most often found in the fast-paced retail and supermarket
(Universal Product industries. The first character, of the 12 character code, is the number system, the
Code, version A) next ten characters identify the product and manufacturer, and the last character is
the check digit. In many applications, the UPC code is compared with a look-up
table for added security.
UPCE This version of the UPC bar code shortens the information to 6 characters. This
(Universal Product allows the code to fit on smaller packages.
Code, version E)
EAN-13 This bar code type is almost the same as the UPC code. The EAN-13 contains the
(European Article same number system, manufacturer, and product information as the UPC code, but
Number) also includes parity information.
EAN-8 A shortened version which identifies the country code in the first two characters,
the next five characters are for data, and the last is a check digit.
Extensions Extensions are two or five character additional encodations that are available to
add to the end of UPC or EAN bar code types.
MOD 10 or MOD 43 MOD 10 or MOD 43 checks can either be enabled or disabled for each of the four
bar codes selected. A Modulus check character is a mathematical check to ensure
the accuracy of a read. Certain bar codes use Mod check character(s) to determine
if that bar code was scanned correctly.

Barcode Types

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APPLICATIONS
This section describes and gives examples of various applications that can be
setup to use the Model 24 and Mini-X Series II scanning systems.

To get started, first install the included Medium Scanner Setup software. Next,
make all the necessary connections between the scanner and any external
equipment. Use the Connector Locations section in Chapter 2 of this manual to
aid in connecting any equipment to its proper connection on the scanner. When
making connections to the scanner, use Com 3 of the scanner as the default
communications port for running the Medium Scanner Setup software. The
communications port of the machine running Medium Scanner Setup software
should be configured as follows:
• 57600 bps
• 7 bits
• Even parity
• 2 stop bits

To see the results of any of the examples, a dumb terminal needs to be connected
to Com 1 of the scanner. Setup the communications port of the dumb terminal as
follows:
• 9600 bps
• 7 bits
• Even parity
• 2 stop bits

Once all needed connections have been made, and the selection of photoeyes, the
reading of barcodes can begin.

USING PHOTOEYES

Photoeyes work by bouncing a light beam off a reflector and detecting when
something breaks the path of light. In order for photoeye to work properly, you
must make sure the following things are done:
1. The photoeye must have a reflector mounted directly opposite it on the
other side of the conveyor.
2. The photoeye must be mounted so the light exit window is perpendicular to
the conveyor, facing the reflector.
3. The reflector must be mounted perpendicular to the conveyor, facing the
photoeye.

All examples use one of two different configurations for the scanners triggered
input. When using a Model 24 II, typically one photoeye is used to for triggering
the scanner. However, in the case of the Mini-X Series II, the scanner is
configured to use two photoeyes. When either unit is configured for tracking,
typically a single photoeye is used. To setup the scanner to use one or two
photoeyes, two interface configuration files have been provided to assist in
setting up the scanner. To accesses these files, run the Medium Scanner Setup
software, connect to the scanner, click the Modify Configuration tab, click the
Interface button and from the bottom click the Retrieve from Disk button. Double
click the samples folder, select either pe_single.ifb for one photoeye or
pe_dual.ifb for two photoeyes, and click the Retrieve button. To use, click the
Send to Scanner and Save button.

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For a single photoeye setup, the below illustration shows a typical setup of a
Model 24 Series II using a single photoeye.

Model 24 Series II : Single Photoeye

A photoeye is installed in line with scan line. As the leading edge of the item to
be scanned breaks the plain of the photoeye, the scanner begins looking for
code(s) to be scanned. As trailing edge clears the plain of the photoeye, the
scanner transmits found code(s).

Equipment needed:
• Model 24 Series II scanner - PN/1000007097
• Single Photoeye - PN/1000020591

For a dual photoeye setup, the below illustration shows a typical setup of a
Mini-X Series II using two photoeyes.

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S CAN L INE S

PHOT OE YE S

Mini-X Series II : Dual Photoeyes

A photoeye is installed in line with beginning and end of the scan lines. As the
leading edge of the item to be scanned breaks the plain of the first photoeye, the
scanner begins looking for code(s) to be scanned. As trailing edge clears the plain
of the second photoeye, the scanner transmits found code(s).

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Equipment needed:
• Mini-X Series II scanner - PN/10000017865
• (2) Single Photoeye - PN/1000020591

SINGLE BARCODE SETUP

This example demonstrates how to read a single barcode. In this example, the
scanner is setup to read a single 10 character Interleave 2 of 5 barcode, and then
transmit the read on Com 1 with a header message of <stx> and a trailer message
of <cr><lf>. If any no-reads occur, 10 question marks (?) will be transmitted.
The No Valid Code (NVC) message is specified to be a question mark.

To see this example, use one of the two I2of5 barcode examples located at the
end of this chapter. Run the Medium Scanner Setup software and connect to the
scanner. Once connected to the scanner, choose the Modify Configuration tab,
then click the Scanner button to access the scanners parameters. At the bottom of
the window, click the Retrieve from Disk button. Double click the folder labeled
samples. Locate the file named m24_barcode1.lgc for Model 24 Series II or
mx_barcode1.lgc for Mini-X Series II, and click the Retrieve button. Click the
Send to Scanner and Save button to begin using this configuration.

To change the header and trailer messages being sent, click the Communications
tab, go to the Protocol Settings section and change the Header or Trailer
message lines. Click Send to Scanner and Save to begin using.

SINGLE BARCODE WITH MULTIPLE MESSAGES

This example shows how to setup the scanner to read a single barcode, but
transmit multiple messages. In this example, the scanner is setup to read multiple
10 character Interleave 2 of 5 barcodes, and then transmit on Com 1 with a
message that states multiple barcodes read. This example works the same as the
single barcode example, but if more than one barcode is read during the trigger
cycle, the message "Multiple Barcodes" will be transmitted. This message is
defined under the Message Definitions on the Communications tab in the
Medium Scanner Setup software.

To see this example, use both I2of5 barcode examples located at the end of this
chapter. Run the Medium Scanner Setup software and connect to the scanner.
Once connected to the scanner, choose the Modify Configuration tab, then click
the Scanner button to access the scanners parameters. At the bottom of the
window, click the Retrieve from Disk button. Double click the folder labeled
samples. Locate the file named m24_barcode2.lgc for Model 24 Series II or
mx_barcode2.lgc for Mini-X Series II, and click the Retrieve button. Click the
Send to Scanner and Save button to begin using this configuration.

To change the message being sent for multiple reads, click the Communications
tab, go to the Message Definitions section and change the Multiple Barcode
Message line. Click Send to Scanner and Save to begin using.

SINGLE BARCODE WITH CHARACTER STRIPPING

This example shows how to setup the scanner to read a single barcode, but strip
certain characters so they are not transmitted after the trigger cycle. In this

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example, the scanner is setup to read a single 10 character Interleave 2 of 5

barcode, strip the first and last characters and then transmit on Com 1 the
remainder of the read barcode. This example works using the mask functions of
the Medium Scanner Software setup. In the example, the mask is defined to strip
or not to transmit the first and last characters of the barcode read.

To see this example, use one of the I2of5 barcode examples located at the end of
this chapter. Run the Medium Scanner Setup software and connect to the scanner.
Once connected to the scanner, choose the Modify Configuration tab, then click
the Scanner button to access the scanners parameters. At the bottom of the
window, click the Retrieve from Disk button. Double click the folder labeled
samples. Locate the file named m24_barcode3.lgc for Model 24 Series II or
mx_barcode3.lgc for Mini-X Series II, and click the Retrieve button. Click the
Send to Scanner and Save button to begin using this configuration.

To change the way the mask strips the read barcode, click the Barcodes tab. In
the "Barcodes to Read" window, look to see what mask number is associated
with the barcode. Go to the "Masks for Barcode Padding/Stripping" section of the
screen and click on the associated mask number. Here characters can be set for
transmit or ignore by clicking on the character. Once changes to the mask are
made, click Send to Scanner and Save to begin using.

TWO BARCODES WITH A SEPARATOR

This example shows how to setup the scanner to read multiple barcodes, and
transmit them out as one message with a separator between the multiple
barcodes. In this example, the scanner is setup to read a single 10 character
Interleave 2 of 5 and a 12 character Code 128 barcode, and then transmit on
Com 1 with "/" as the separator. This example works using the "Include Multiple
Barcodes in One Message" function of the Medium Scanner Setup Software

To see this example, use one of the I2of5 and on of the Code 128 barcode
examples located at the end of this chapter. Run the Medium Scanner Setup
software and connect to the scanner. Once connected to the scanner, choose the
Modify Configuration tab, then click the Scanner button to access the scanners
parameters. At the bottom of the window, click the Retrieve from Disk button.
Double click the folder labeled samples. Locate the file named
m24_barcode4.lgc for Model 24 Series II or mx_barcode4.lgc for Mini-X
Series II, and click the Retrieve button. Click the Send to Scanner and Save
button to begin using this configuration.

To change character used as the separator between the barcodes, click the
Communications tab, go to the Message Definitions section and change the
Delimiter between multiple barcodes character. Click Send to Scanner and Save
to begin using.

TWO BARCODE TYPES TRANSMITTED AS SETS

This example shows how to setup the scanner to read multiple barcodes, and
transmit them out as sets. In this example, the scanner is setup to read a 10
character Interleave 2 of 5 and a 12 character Code 128 barcode, and then
transmit on Com 1 the two barcodes as a set. This example works using the
transmit sets function of the Medium Scanner Setup Software.

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To see this example, use one of the I2of5 and on of the Code 128 barcode
examples located at the end of this chapter. Run the Medium Scanner Setup
software and connect to the scanner. Once connected to the scanner, choose the
Modify Configuration tab, then click the Scanner button to access the scanners
parameters. At the bottom of the window, click the Retrieve from Disk button.
Double click the folder labeled samples. Locate the file named
m24_barcode5.lgc for Model 24 Series II or mx_barcode5.lgc for Mini-X
Series II, and click the Retrieve button. Click the Send to Scanner and Save
button to begin using this configuration.

To change how the sets are transmitted, Click on the Barcodes tab and Click the
Define Transmit Sets button. With Transmit Sets Enabled checked, select which
barcode to transmit with the set and the order to be transmitted by checking the
check boxes. Click Ok and then click Send to Scanner and Save to begin using.

FIXED MESSAGE WITH VARIOUS BARCODES

This example shows how to setup the scanner to read multiple barcodes, and
transmit a fixed message. In this example, the scanner is setup to read a 10
character Interleave 2 of 5, a 12 character Code 128, a 10 character Code 39, a 10
character Code 93 barcode. Then transmit on Com 1 with a header message of
<stx>, 12 characters (either the 12 character Code 128 or the 10 character I1of5
padded with two spaces), 2 characters (either the last two characters from the
Code 39 or Code 93), and a trailer message of <cr><lf>. The set of 12 characters
will be separated with a "/" from the 2 characters. This example works using
mask and transmit sets functions of the Medium Scanner Setup Software

To see this example, use one of each barcode example located at the end of this
chapter. Run the Medium Scanner Setup software and connect to the scanner.
Once connected to the scanner, choose the Modify Configuration tab, then click
the Scanner button to access the scanners parameters. At the bottom of the
window, click the Retrieve from Disk button. Double click the folder labeled
samples. Locate the file named m24_barcode6.lgc for Model 24 Series II or
mx_barcode6.lgc for Mini-X Series II, and click the Retrieve button. Click the
Send to Scanner and Save button to begin using this configuration.

INTERFACE TO ADDITIONAL SERIAL DEVICES

This example shows how to setup the scanner use a remote display on Com 2. In
this example, Com 2 of the scanner is reconfigured to act as a "Host" port. A
power-up message will be used to initialize the remote display and the header
will be used to issue a control character to clear the display.

To see this example, use one of the two I2of5 barcode examples located at the
end of this chapter. Run the Medium Scanner Setup software and connect to the
scanner. Once connected to the scanner, choose the Modify Configuration tab,
then click the Scanner button to access the scanners parameters. At the bottom of
the window, click the Retrieve from Disk button. Double click the folder labeled
samples. Locate the file named m24_barcode7.lgc for Model 24 Series II or
mx_barcode7.lgc for Mini-X Series II, and click the Retrieve button. Click the
Send to Scanner and Save button to begin using this configuration.

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QUAD RELAY BOX AND RELAY OUTPUTS

The Quad Relay Box takes control signals from the scanner and uses them to fire
relays to the customer control output. Up to four outputs can be used, one for
each relay. You can choose a wide variety of outputs; some examples being
conveyor belt controls, brakes, diverters, flashing lights, horns, or buzzers. The
block diagram below illustrates connections between the scanner and the
customer control outputs via the Quad Relay Box.
MODE L 24 or MINI-X

LAMPS TACK

QUAD R E LAY B OX

Quad Relay Box and Lampstack Configuration

Connecting the Scanner

The scanner sends signals through the interconnect cable to the J1 port of the
Quad Relay Box. J1 is a 15 pin female D connector that connects the box to a
scanner or to an external power source. You can use the five or ten-foot
interconnect cable (100001457 or 1000014572). The scanner also supplies the
power to the relay box. The box runs on 12VDC.

Input Connections for Quad Relay Box

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Connecting the Relays

There are four output terminal blocks from the relay box to the control outputs -
TB1, TB2, TB3, and TB4. TB1 through TB4 are 3 pin terminals that can be used
as relay outputs or solid-state inputs. Various jumper configurations allow for
different combinations of AC/DC inputs and outputs. The shaded areas in the
diagram below illustrate the locations of the relays and the terminal blocks on the
board. The relays are the four long blocks marked M1, M2, M3, and M4. The
terminal blocks are marked TB1, TB2, TB3, and TB4 and are located under the
relays. You can select the style by plugging the relay into M1, M2, M3, or M4.

Connector and Relay locations for the Quad Relay Box

The control outputs are wired to the box by running wire through the three holes
in the side of the box called punch-outs. These holes have watertight strain reliefs
in them. You can wire up to four outputs through the strain reliefs to the relays.

Quad Relay Box Output Punch-outs

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GO/NVC RELAYS

This example shows how to setup the scanner to fire two relays that represent
either a good or no read. In this example, the scanner is setup to read a 10
character Interleave 2 of 5. When a read of the I2of5 barcode is good, the scanner
fires Relay 1 (Go) to fire. If a read of the I2of 5 is bad, Relay 2 (NVC) will fire.
This example works using relay functions of the Medium Scanner Setup
Software

To see this example, use one of the two I2of5 barcode examples located at the
end of this chapter and connect an external reporting device to the scanner. Run
the Medium Scanner Setup software and connect to the scanner. Once connected
to the scanner, choose the Modify Configuration tab, then click the Scanner
button to access the scanners parameters. At the bottom of the window, click the
Retrieve from Disk button. Double click the folder labeled samples. Locate the
file named m24_relay1.lgc for Model 24 Series II or mx_relay1.lgc for Mini-X
Series II, and click the Retrieve button. Click the Send to Scanner and Save
button to begin using this configuration.

To change which relay fires during the read, Click on the Inputs/Outputs tab. In
the "Relays" section, change Relays 1 or 2 to the desired setting. Click Ok and
then click Send to Scanner and Save to begin using.

LIFE LIGHT

This example shows how to setup the scanner to fire Relay 1 as a Life Light. In
this example, the scanner is setup to read a 10 character Interleave 2 of 5. When a
read of the I2of5 barcode is good, the scanner fires relay 1 causing a lampstack to
light. This example works using relay functions of the Medium Scanner Setup
Software

To see this example, use one of the two I2of5 barcode examples located at the
end of this chapter and connect an external reporting device to the scanner. Run
the Medium Scanner Setup software and connect to the scanner. Once connected
to the scanner, choose the Modify Configuration tab, then click the Scanner
button to access the scanners parameters. At the bottom of the window, click the
Retrieve from Disk button. Double click the folder labeled samples. Locate the
file named m24_relay2.lgc for Model 24 Series II or mx_relay2.lgc for Mini-X
Series II, and click the Retrieve button. Click the Send to Scanner and Save
button to begin using this configuration.

MATCH RELAY 1

This example shows how to setup the scanner to fire Relay 1 when a defined
code has been matched. In this example, the scanner is setup to read a 10
character Code 39 and Code 93. When the barcode matches ACCUSORT39, the
scanner will fire Relay 1. This example works using relay functions of the
Medium Scanner Setup Software

To see this example, use the Code 39 and Code 93 barcode examples located at
the end of this chapter and connect an external reporting device to the scanner.
Run the Medium Scanner Setup software and connect to the scanner. Once
connected to the scanner, choose the Modify Configuration tab, then click the
Scanner button to access the scanners parameters. At the bottom of the window,

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click the Retrieve from Disk button. Double click the folder labeled samples.
Locate the file named m24_relay3.lgc for Model 24 Series II or mx_relay3.lgc
for Mini-X Series II, and click the Retrieve button. Click the Send to Scanner and
Save button to begin using this configuration.

To change which code read fires Relay 1, Click on the Inputs/Outputs tab. In the
"Relays" section, click the Verify Codes button. Click the current field pattern
and click Edit text. Enter the text from the Code 93 barcode and click OK. Click
OK again to save the field pattern. Then click Send to Scanner and Save to begin
using.

MATCH RELAY 2

This example shows how to setup the scanner to fire two relays when a defined
code has been matched. In this example, the scanner is setup to read a 10
character Code 39 and Code 93. When the start of the barcode matches
ACCUSORT, the scanner will fire Relay 1. If the scanner reads anything other
than ACCUSORT, it will fire Relay 2. This example works using relay functions
of the Medium Scanner Setup Software

To see this example, use the Code 39 and Code 93 barcode examples located at
the end of this chapter and connect an external reporting device to the scanner.
Run the Medium Scanner Setup software and connect to the scanner. Once
connected to the scanner, choose the Modify Configuration tab, then click the
Scanner button to access the scanners parameters. At the bottom of the window,
click the Retrieve from Disk button. Double click the folder labeled samples.
Locate the file named m24_relay4.lgc for Model 24 Series II or mx_relay4.lgc
for Mini-X Series II, and click the Retrieve button. Click the Send to Scanner and
Save button to begin using this configuration.

To change how Relay 1 and 2 fire, Click on the Inputs/Outputs tab. In the
"Relays" section, click the Verify Codes button. Click the current field pattern
and click Edit text. Enter new text and click OK. Click OK again to save the field
pattern. Then click Send to Scanner and Save to begin using.

MATCH RELAY 3

This example shows how to setup the scanner to fire three relays when a defined
code has been matched. In this example, the scanner is setup to read a 10
character Code 39 and Code 93. When the end of a barcode matches 39, the
scanner will fire Relay 1. If the end of a barcode does not match 39, the scanner
will fire Relay 2. Relay 3 will fire if the scanner reads nothing. This example
works using relay functions of the Medium Scanner Setup Software

To see this example, use the Code 39 and Code 93 barcode examples located at
the end of this chapter and connect an external reporting device to the scanner.
Run the Medium Scanner Setup software and connect to the scanner. Once
connected to the scanner, choose the Modify Configuration tab, then click the
Scanner button to access the scanners parameters. At the bottom of the window,
click the Retrieve from Disk button. Double click the folder labeled samples.
Locate the file named m24_relay5.lgc for Model 24 Series II or mx_relay5.lgc
for Mini-X Series II, and click the Retrieve button. Click the Send to Scanner and
Save button to begin using this configuration.

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To change how Relay 1, 2 and 3 fire, Click on the Inputs/Outputs tab. In the
"Relays" section, click the Verify Codes button. Click the current field pattern
and click Edit text. Enter new text and click OK. Click OK again to save the field
pattern. Then click Send to Scanner and Save to begin using.

MASTER/SLAVE CONFIGURATION

This application describes how to setup the Model 24 or Mini-X Series II

scanners for master/slave operation.

Master/Slave Operation

To obtain great conveyer belt coverage or to have the tach and trigger passed
without the use of a tach trigger or "Y" cable, the Model 24 or Mini-X can be
configured for master/slave operation. Via J3 on the scanners, two scanners can
be daisy chained together using cable part number 1000020593. With this cable,
upon power-up, the scanner will detect the cable’s presence and automatically
configure the scanner software for operation as a master or a slave scanner.
Example: If the cable is detected on port 1, the software configures the scanner as
a slave. If the cable is detected on port 2, the software configures the scanner as
a master. If the cable is detected on both ports 1 and 2, the software configures
the scanner as both master and slave, assuming the scanner with two cables is in
the middle of a chain configuration.

The auto-detection feature can be enabled/disable as needed. To enable/disable

the auto-detect feature, do the following:

1. In the Accu-Sort Medium Scanner setup software, click on the Modify

Configuration tab.
2. From the Modify Configuration tab, click on the Scanner button.
3. From the Modify Logic Setup screen, click on the Communications tab. The
following screen will appear.

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Modify Logic Setup - Communications Tab (Port 1)

4. Under the Port Configuration section, de-select Enable Auto Master Detect to
disable the auto-detection feature for port 1. To enable the feature for port 1,
select Enable Auto Master Detect.
5. To change the setting on port 2, click the 2 under Select Scanners Comm
Port. The following screen will appear.

Modify Logic Setup - Communications Tab (Port 2)

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6. Under the Port Configuration section, de-select Enable Auto Slave Detect to
disable the auto-detection feature for port 2. To enable the feature for port 2,
select Enable Auto Slave Detect.
7. Click Save to Scanner’s E^2 to save and use these settings.
8. Click Close to exit Modify Logic Setup. Click the Accu-Sort tab, and click
Exit to close the scanner setup software.

In addition to the Enable Auto Slave Detect on port 2, additional settings may be
required to setup the scanner. These settings are located under the interface setup
of the Accu-Sort Medium Scanner setup software. These settings will allow the
trigger and/or tach to be passed along the daisy chain without the need for
additional cabling. The following screen shows these settings.

Modify Interface Setup - Interface Tab

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Interleaved 2 of 5 - 10 Character

0123456789 9876543210

Code 128 - 12 Character

A1B2C3D4E5F6

1A2B3C4D5E6F

Code 39 - 10 Character

ACCUSORT39

Code 93 - 10 Character

ACCUSORT93

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Chapter Four Contents

INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................... 4-2

ASSEMBLING CONNECTORS ...................................................................... 4-3

9-Pin Connectors .............................................................................. 4-3
25-Pin Connectors ............................................................................ 4-4
SCANNER COMMUNICATION TYPES ............................................................ 4-5
RS232 With No Handshaking ........................................................... 4-5
COM 1 AND COM 2 ........................................................................................ 4-5
COM 3.......................................................................................................... 4-5
RS232 With RTS/CTS Handshaking ................................................ 4-6
COM 1 AND COM 2 ........................................................................................ 4-6
COM 3.......................................................................................................... 4-6
RS422 Full Duplex............................................................................. 4-7
POINT-TO-POINT ........................................................................................... 4-7
MULTIDROP................................................................................................... 4-8
RS485 Half Duplex ............................................................................ 4-9
MULTIDROP................................................................................................... 4-9
Current Loop (Com 1 Only) ............................................................ 4-10
CONNECTING TO THE SCANNER .............................................................. 4-11
Connecting To A PC or Terminal................................................... 4-11
PC............................................................................................................. 4-11
TERMINAL ................................................................................................... 4-11
Connecting To A Triggering Device.............................................. 4-12
FORM A TRIGGERING INPUT ......................................................................... 4-12
5-24 VOLT OPTICALLY ISOLATED TRIGGERING INPUT ...................................... 4-13
TTL TRIGGERING INPUT ............................................................................... 4-13
NPN TRANSISTOR TRIGGERING INPUT .......................................................... 4-14
PNP TRANSISTOR TRIGGERING INPUT ........................................................... 4-14
Connecting To An External Logic (Model 24e Series II Only) .... 4-15
Connecting To A Quad Relay Box................................................. 4-16
INTERCONNECT CABLE ................................................................................. 4-16
IF THE INTERCONNECT CABLE IS NOT AVAILABLE ........................................... 4-16
Connecting Other Devices ............................................................. 4-17
MASTER/SLAVE ........................................................................................... 4-18
TACHOMETER.............................................................................................. 4-18
RELAY ........................................................................................................ 4-19
OPTIONAL COMMUNICATION TYPES ......................................................... 4-19
Ethernet............................................................................................ 4-19
DeviceNet ......................................................................................... 4-19
Profibus............................................................................................ 4-20
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INTRODUCTION
This chapter describes the different ways of making connections to communicate
with the Model 24 and Mini-X Series II scanning system.

Some of the equipment described in this chapter might not be used with your
system. Skip over sections that do not apply.

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ASSEMBLING CONNECTORS
For your application to meet CE EMC standards (electromagnetic compatibility
compliance), the metallic strain relief hardware must be installed a described
below.

9-PIN CONNECTORS

1. Strip 1” (2.54 cm) of cable's jacket insulation away leaving foil shield
beneath intact.
2. Fold foil shield back over remaining jacket to expose conductive shield
surface.
3. Remove backing from aluminum tape and wrap around foil/jacket. (Tape
edge should be even with edge of jacket.)
4. Position cable clamp over tape so clamp will rest in slot shown and tighten.
(If clamp is loose after screws are fully tightened, compress center of clamp
with pliers.)
5. Assemble remaining strain relief hardware.

9-Pin Metallic Strain Relief Assembly

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25-PIN CONNECTORS

1. Before soldering, slide rubber grommet onto cable as shown.

2. Strip 1” (2.54 cm) of cable's jacket insulation away, leaving foil shield
beneath intact.
3. Fold foil back over jacket insulation to expose conductive shield surface.
4. Slide rubber grommet up length of cable so stem of grommet will fit in strain
relief cable aperture.
5. Adhere one section of tape over grommet flange and foil shield.
6. Repeat with remaining tape section, ensuring tape is securely attached to foil
shield and flange of rubber grommet.
7. Position cable clamp over tape so clamp will rest in area provided in strain
relief and attach. If cable clamp is loose after screws are fully tightened,
compress center of clamp with pliers.
8. Install remaining strain relief hardware as shown.

25-Pin Metallic Strain Relief Assembly

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SCANNER COMMUNICATION TYPES

The Model 24 and Mini-X Series II scanning systems are versatile when you
need to connect to other devices. The drawings below show all the pin
connections for the Model 24 and Mini-X Series II when using serial
communications on Com1, Com2 or Com 3. If you need to create your own
cables to wire the Model 24 or Mini-X Series II to another device, use these
drawings as a guide. It is very important that you make the proper pin
connections.

Below is a list of terms used in these drawings:

S. GND Signal Ground C. GND Chassis Ground

TXD Transmit Data (RS232) RXD Receive Data (RS232)
RTS Request To Send (RS232) CTS Clear To Send (RS232)
RD+ Receive Data (RS422) RD- Receive Data (RS422)
SD+ Non-inverting Line (RS485) SD- Inverting Line (RS485)
Send Data (RS422) Send Data (RS422)

RS232 WITH NO HANDSHAKING

Use the following diagrams of the pin configuration as a guide when connecting
the Model 24 or Mini-X Series II to a device that uses RS232 communications
with no handshaking:

Com 1 and Com 2

Com 3

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RS232 WITH RTS/CTS HANDSHAKING

Use the following diagrams of the pin configuration as a guide when connecting
the Model 24 or Mini-X Series II to a device that uses RS232 communications
with handshaking:

Com 1 and Com 2

Com 3

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RS422 FULL DUPLEX

Use the following diagrams of the pin configuration as a guide when connecting
the Model 24 or Mini-X Series II to a device that uses RS422 serial
communications:

Point-to-Point

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Multidrop

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RS485 HALF DUPLEX

Use the following diagram of the pin configuration as a guide when connecting
the Model 24 or Mini-X Series II to a device that uses RS485 Multidrop serial
communications:

Multidrop

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CURRENT LOOP (COM 1 ONLY)

Use the following diagram of the pin configuration as a guide when connecting
the Model 24 or Mini-X Series II to a device that uses Current Loop serial
communications:

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CONNECTING TO THE SCANNER

CONNECTING TO A PC OR TERMINAL

To program the operating parameters of the Model 24 or Mini-X Series II,

connect your unit to a Terminal or PC on Com 2 or Com 3 (recommended) on the
back of the Model 24 or Mini-X Series II. Below are diagrams showing the
wiring configurations for connecting to a PC or Terminal.

PC

Model 24 or Mini-X Series II PC Connectors

Terminal

NOTE: All connectors are shown from the soldering side.

Recommended Cable Type : Manhattan #4606 or equivalent

Model 24 or Mini-X Series II Terminal Connector (typ.)

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CONNECTING TO A TRIGGERING DEVICE

A triggering device is used to supply an electronic signal or pulse to inform the

scanner of the presence of an object within its reading zone. Connect the trigger
input to J5 of the Model 24 or Mini-X Series II.

Trigger Input Circuit

The following drawings show the most common ways to wire a triggering device
cable to connect directly to the Model 24 or Mini-X Series II. In most cases,
Accu-Sort will supply the trigger photoeye and cable; wiring directly to the
Model 24 or Mini-X Series II is not required.

Form A Triggering Input

DEM-9P
P5 J5
I- END TRIGGER
1 1
START TRIGGER
2 2
S. GND
3 3
+12V
4 4
I- START TRIGGER
Normally Open 5 5
I+ START TRIGGER
6 6
S. GND
7 7
END TRIGGER
8 8
I+ END TRIGGER
9 9

Dry Contacts: Minimum current rating = 1mA or less

Contact bounce = 5mS or less
Connections to pins 7 and 8 are not used for
single trigger photoeye applications.

Wiring the Model 24 or Mini-X Series II to a Form A Triggering Input

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For most applications, Accu-Sort supplies a trigger photoeye that is ready to plug
into the Model 24 and Mini-X series II J5 input (part number 100002059x (1, 2, 5,
or 6 – see page 1-3).

5-24 Volt Optically Isolated Triggering Input

Wiring the Model 24 or Mini-X Series II to a 5-24 Volt Optically Isolated Triggering Input

TTL Triggering Input

Wiring the Model 24 or Mini-X Series II to a TTL Triggering Input

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NPN Transistor Triggering Input

Wiring the Model 24 or Mini-X Series II to a NPN Transistor Triggering Input

PNP Transistor Triggering Input

Wiring the Model 24 or Mini-X Series II to a PNP Transistor Triggering Input

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CONNECTING TO AN EXTERNAL LOGIC (MODEL 24E SERIES II ONLY)

In order to decode bar codes, the Model 24e Series II must be connected to an
external logic. The types of logic that can be used are the Model 9200 DRX
Decoder Logic, the Model 9000 DRX Decoder logic, and the Model 6000
Decoder Logic. The drawings below show all the pin connections for the Model
24e Series II when connecting a logic to port J3. It is very important that you
make the proper pin connections. The recommendation for the 25-pin connector
J3 is the Assmann part # 1000012239 or equivalent.

Model 24e Series II to 6000 Decoder Logic via Scan Head Interface Board

You must use shielded interface cables with this product. To maintain FCC
compliance, the cable shield must make a 360° connection to the shielded mating
connector.

Model 24e to 9000 or 9200 Decoder Logic

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CONNECTING TO A QUAD RELAY BOX

When connecting the Model 24 or Mini-X Series II to an Accu-Sort Small

Scanner Quad Relay Box, it is recommended that you use the interconnect cable
provided with your interface box (p/n 1000014575, 5 ft. (1.6 m), or p/n
1000014572, 10 ft. (3.1 m)), as shown below:

Interconnect Cable

Interconnect Cable

This cable has two 15-pin "D" connectors.

1. Connect the female end of the cable to the 15 pin "D" male connector (J2) on
the rear of the Model 24 or Mini-X Series II, and tighten the screws with a
small flat-head screwdriver.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the 15-pin "D" female connector
labeled SCANNER J1 on the Quad Relay Box, and tighten the screws with a
small flat-head screwdriver.

If The Interconnect Cable Is Not Available

If the interconnect cable is not available and one needs to be created, the
following drawing shows the pin connections for the 15-pin "D" male connector
on the Model 24 or Mini-X Series II and the 15-pin "D" female connector on the
Quad Relay box. The maximum length of this cable is 10 feet (3.1 meters).

Use the following diagram of the pin configuration as a guide when connecting
the Model 24 or Mini-X Series II to a Small Scanner Quad Relay Box. Connect
the box to the relay port on the back of the Model 24 or Mini-X Series II.

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Pin Connections Between the Quad Relay Box and the Model 24 or Mini-X Series II

For additional information about the Small Scanner Quad Relay Box please refer
to your Small Scanner Quad Relay Box Hardware Operations Manual.

CONNECTING OTHER DEVICES

Accu-Sort supplies cables for some applications and options. The table below
lists cable part numbers.

Model 24/Mini-X Series II Cables

Description Part Number
Master/Slave Cable – 3’ 1000020593
Tachometer Cable (provided with tachometer if ordered) 1000020597
Daisy Chain Cable – 3’ 1000015603

If you want to create your own cables, use the following drawings as a guide.

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Master/Slave

Use the master/slave port (J3) if you are “daisy-chaining” (connecting together)
two or more Model 24 or Mini-X Series II units.

Daisy Chain Cabling

Tachometer

The tachometer provides conveyor speed information to the Model 24 or Mini-X

Series II. It connects to port J6 on the unit.

Tachometer Cabling

There are a few types of tachometers that you can connect to the Model 24 or
Mini-X Series II. The following table provides a selection of standard
tachometers that you can attach to your scanner and their number of pulses for
each revolution.

Standard Tachometers Pulses/Rev

RH – 12AJ/12 12
RH – 20AJ/12 20
RH – 24AJ/12 24
RH – 48AJ/12 48

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Relay

Four Optional Form “A” Relays can be provided with the Model 24 or Mini-X
Series II (J2). Their contacts are rated at 30V AC/DC, 0.75 amp maximum. If
switching requirements are greater than 30 volts, use the Small Scanner Quad
Relay Box.

Relay Cabling

OPTIONAL COMMUNICATION TYPES

This section discusses optional communication types for the Model 24 and
Mini-X Series II. If you ordered one of these options, you should receive setup
instructions separately.

ETHERNET

Ethernet is a local area network (LAN) technology that transmits information

between computers at speeds of 10 and 100 million bits per second (Mbps).

AccuSort uses a Lantronix serial to Ethernet converter. The unit is set with the IP
address of 192.0.1.229. To configure the unit, access the unit remotely via the IP
address. Once the unit is accessed, changes to the configuration can be made. For
further information regarding unit configuration, see the accompanying
Lantronix documentation.

DEVICENET

DeviceNet is a low-cost industrial network to connect industrial devices such as

limit switches, photoelectric cells, valve manifolds, motor starters, drives, and
operator displays to PLCs and PCs. The network eliminates expensive hard
wiring while providing device-level diagnostics.

The Profibus module default settings are as follows:

• MAC ID - MSD - 0
• MAC ID - LSD - 1
• DeviceNet BAUD RATE - 125kb
• RS232 BAUD RATE - 9600b

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For further information regarding DeviceNet configuration, see the

accompanying documentation.

PROFIBUS

PROFIBUS is a vendor-independent, open field bus standard for a wide range of

applications in manufacturing and process automation. PROFIBUS allows
communication between devices of different manufacturers without any special
interface adjustment. PROFIBUS can be used for both high-speed time critical
applications and complex communication tasks.

The Profibus module default settings are as follows:

• MODE ADDRESS - MSD - 0
• MODE ADDRESS - LSD - 1

For further information regarding Profibus configuration, see the accompanying

documentation.

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Chapter Five Contents

INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................... 5-2

SCANNER MAINTENANCE .......................................................................... 5-3

CLEANING AND CHECKING THE MODEL 24 OR MINI-X SERIES II .............. 5-3
CHECKING OTHER EQUIPMENT ............................................................... 5-3
SCANNER TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................................. 5-4
MODEL 24 SERIES II.............................................................................. 5-4
MINI-X SERIES II ................................................................................... 5-6
PROBLEM/CAUSES/SOLUTION TABLE .................................................... 5-8
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INTRODUCTION
The Model 24 and Mini-X Series II hardware was specifically designed for a
tough industrial environment. The unit does not need anything more than some
basic cleaning and check-ups every month, depending on the harshness of your
environment. This section provides a cleaning procedure and some
troubleshooting techniques.

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SCANNER MAINTENANCE
The Model 24 and Mini-X Series II was specifically designed for a harsh
industrial environment. They are NEMA12 (IP 52) rated, which means they are
intended for indoor use primarily to provide a degree of protection against dust,
falling dirt, and dripping non-corrosive liquids. Routine maintenance tasks are
listed below:

• Clean the Exit Window

• Clean the Tachometer Wheels
• Clean/Replace the Filter
• Check the Mounting Hardware
• Check the Tachometer
• Check the Photoeye(s)

If the unit needs to be serviced, contact the Accu-Sort Customer Service

Department (refer to Customer Service in the front of this manual).
CAUTION: Before performing any hardware maintenance be sure your conveyor
system is OFF (not just stopped) and take any other appropriate and required
safety precautions!

CLEANING AND CHECKING THE MODEL 24 OR MINI-X SERIES II

The Model 24 and Mini-X Series II units require very little maintenance. It is
NEMA 12 rated, which means it is dust and drip tight. The interior requires no
cleaning. The only maintenance required is routine external cleaning and checks
to see that all connections and mounts are tight.

Maintenance should be performed at least once a month. If the Model 24 or

Mini-X Series II is located in a dirty or harsh environment, then maintenance
should be performed as often as once a week.
Follow the steps below to perform a maintenance check:
1. Turn off the Model 24 or Mini-X series II unit.
2. Clean the exterior of the unit (except the laser exit windows) with a clean,
soft-bristle brush.
3. Wash the exterior of the unit (except the laser exit windows) with a clean,
soft cloth dampened slightly with a mild detergent solution.
4. Make a solution of seven parts denatured alcohol to three parts water.
5. Clean the laser exit windows with a soft, lint-free cloth or lens paper
moistened with the solution made in Step 4.
6. Remove any streaks or remaining moisture from the windows with a dry,
soft, lint-free cloth or lens paper.
7. Check the scanner mounting hardware for tightness; tighten loose
connections.
8. Check all communications and power connections for tightness; tighten any
loose connections.

CHECKING OTHER EQUIPMENT

Routinely check to make sure all peripheral equipment (e.g. photoeye,

tachometer, etc.) is clean, securely mounted, and properly connected.

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SCANNER TROUBLESHOOTING

MODEL 24 SERIES II

Use the following chart to help troubleshoot the Model 24 Series II. If your
Model 24 Series II is damaged, contact our Customer Service Department (Refer
to the page iii, Customer Service).

Start

Is AC
Is the 24 No Is the power connection
transmitting to laser LED No made to scanner? Yes
the host? on? Is power
switch on?

No Yes No
Correct
FC2 connections
Yes
(see next page)
Is the
scanner not Is power
reading the LED on? Return to Start
bar codes? Yes

Yes No
Is mirror
Is the
wheel Yes Possible Possible bad
laser on? No bad laser power supply
spinning?

Possible bad Call Customer

No Service
motor or
Yes logic board 1-800-BAR-CODE

Clean exit Is unit

Is a portion No
of the read zone window now reading No
not reading? or check bar correctly?
code quality

Yes

Optics need
adjustment

Model 24 Troubleshooting Flowchart

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FC2

Is the
Trigger LED Check
blinking on/off
No Trigger
as boxes Photoeye
pass?

Yes
Is the
(If tach Tach LED No Fix Tach
is used) blinking?

Yes
Is
the
cable connect- No Tighten or
ed properly from rewire cable
Port 1 to the
Host?

Yes

Call Customer
Service

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MINI-X SERIES II

The following flowcharts will help you diagnose problems that may arise in your
Mini-X.

Start

Is the
Is the Mini-X No No Yes
Is the power Is power supplied
transmitting? power on? switch on? to the scanner?

No No No
Yes

Yes FC2 Turn on

Supply power
power switch.

Is the scanner Yes Yes

Is power on? Return to start.
not reading the
bar codes?

No
Yes

No Yes Possible bad power

Is the laser on? Is the mirror wheel Possible bad laser. supply; check fuse
spinning?

No

Yes Possible bad motor

Call Customer Service
or interface board.
1-800-BAR-CODE

No No
Is a portion of the read Clean exit window or Is the unit now
zone not reading? check bar code quality. reading correctly?

Yes

Optics need
adjustment

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FC2

Is the Trigger
No Check Trigger
LED blinking on/off
Photoeye
as boxes pass?

Yes

Is the cable
connected properly No Tighten or rewire
from Port 1 to the cable
Host?

Yes

Call Customer
Service at
1-800-BAR CODE

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PROBLEM/CAUSES/SOLUTION TABLE

The following is a list of events that can occur with your scanning system. Below
each event is a cause(s) and solution(s).

Problem There is no laser beam exiting from the scanner when power is supplied.

Cause(s) No power is applied to the Model 24 or Mini-X Series II.

Solution(s) Check to ensure power is plugged in and the power switch is on.
Check that the "LASER" LED turns on.

Problem The Model 24 or Mini-X Series II is not reading bar codes.

Cause(s) Code type is not enabled or wrong code length.

Code passes by at too large an angle (tilt, pitch, skew).
Cable from scanner to logic not connected properly. (Model 24e only).
Scanner is on but logic is not. (Model 24e only).

Solution(s) Enable code type or correct code length.

Make sure the laser beam is on when the code passes by.
Listen for motor spinning (avoid staring into exit window).

Problem Model 24 or Mini-X Series II has poor read rate.

Cause(s) Scanner window is dir ty, label is not within reading range, or label quality is poor.
Code passes by at too large an angle (tilt, pitch, skew).

Solution(s) Clean scanner exit window and check reading distance with a known good
quality code sample.

Problem Model 24 or Mini-X Series II has poor read rate in hardware trigger.

Cause(s) Photoeye not adjusted, or requires alignment.

Solution(s) Adjust the photoeye.

Problem Model 24 Mini-X Series II has poor read rate in serial trigger.

Cause(s) Serial trigger is not timed properly with the arrival of the bar code.

Solution(s) Adjust the timing of your serial trigger so it turns on before the bar code and turns off after the
bar code.

Problem Trouble connecting to scanner or scanner is communicating at unexpected Communications

settings.

Cause(s) Model 24 or Mini-X Series II may have inadver tently configured itself as a master or slave
scanner.

Solution(s) Make sure the communications cable being used does not connect the RTS and CTS lines to
the scanner.
Disable auto master/slave detection for the por t.

Problem Scanner not communicating with a MUX after connecting to it using the MUX pass-thru mode

Cause(s) Diagnostic connection on Model 24 or Mini-X Series II was not correctly closed.

Solution(s) Power the scanner off and on again

Reopen the Mux pass-thru connection, and select "Close Scanner Connection" from the
Scanner menu on the main Accu-Setup window before terminating the MUX pass-thu link.

Problem Scanner responds to ever y terminal mode input with an ACK or NAK character.

Cause(s) Model 24 or Mini-X Series II did not properly exit Accu-Setup mode when entering the Accu-Sor t
terminal window.

Solution(s) Exit and reenter the terminal mode.

Type USE<esc> to manually exit Accu-Setup mode.

Problem Scanner stuck in pass-thru mode (GO LED is still flashing constantly).

Cause(s) Accu-Setup crashed while in pass-thru or lost scanner command when exiting pass-thru.

Solution(s) Power the scanner off and on again.

Using Accu-Setup, initiate another pass-thru connection (which could place a second scanner
into pass-thru mode) and then close that connection. The pass-thru close command should
cause both open connections to close.

Problem Scanner reads two or more codes within a single I2of5 causing misreads.

Cause(s) Star t pattern of I2of5 code not well defined.

Solution(s) Enable Kill I2of5 Pull Outs in Accu-Setup software.

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Appendices Contents

APPENDIX A - ASCII CHART .....................................................................A-2

APPENDIX B – ASCII C OMMUNICATIONS ...................................................A-3

STANDARD RS485 MULTIDROP COMMUNICATIONS ................................A-3
PROTOCOLS USED WITH RS232, CURRENT LOOP, AND RS422 .............A-9
APPENDIX C – B EAM APERTURE ADJUSTMENT ........................................A-10

APPENDIX D – M OUNTING THE EXTERNAL BLOWER (P/N MDL24-55) .......A-11

APPENDIX E – U NIVERSAL MOUNTING BRACKET .....................................A-13

QUICK RELEASE MOUNTING KIT ..........................................................A-13
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APPENDIX A - ASCII CHART

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APPENDIX B – ASCII COMMUNICATIONS

STANDARD RS485 MULTIDROP COMMUNICATIONS

RS485 communications is an Engineering Industries Association standard for the

transmitters and receivers of a digital equipment interface. RS485
communication uses differential signal lines and allows for multiple transmitters
on one signal pair (although only one transmitter may be enabled at any given
time). This is a way of allowing one device to communicate with one or more
other devices using the Master/Slave method.

The Master/Slave system works as follows:

The master device (usually a decoder logic or computer) originates poll
messages. The poll message is a message from the master to a slave requesting
the slave to respond with data (if data is available). The slave is usually a bar
code scanner. The slave device responds to the polls from the master. It is not
allowed to transmit unless it has been “asked” (polled) by the master. Shown
below is a simplified drawing of one way that RS485 communications works:

Slave
MASTER
Slave

Slave

Slave

Slave

Slave

NOTE: This representation shows one master and six slaves. You can ultimately
have up to 32 slaves for each serial port on the master (depending on the line
length and required response time).

The remainder of this section defines the message formats and timing
requirements for the protocol used on RS485 multidrop (2-wire) communications
lines. The protocol is defined for both the “master” device and the “slave”
devices. This protocol is defined for a one-master system only. The following
definitions may help you understand this protocol a little better.

ASCII digit: This means the ASCII code for a single decimal digit. For example,
30h is the ASCII digit that encodes a zero.

HEX digit: This means the ASCII code for a single hexadecimal digit. Some
examples are, 35h is the code for a five, 42h is the code for a "B" (which equals

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11 base 10), the hexadecimal number "5A" would be encoded by the two HEX
digits 35h and 41h.

Message Formats

The standard communications parameters are as follows:

Standard asynchronous data frame (least significant bit first)
7 data bits
1 even parity bit
2 stop bits

If the master can only support 8 bit data plus a parity bit, then the format is as
follows:

8 data bits
1 odd parity bit
1 stop bit
(Odd parity is required to make sure that the guard character will be all ones with
one for parity.)

You can use any baud rate that is supported by both the master and the slaves.
System performance is usually best when using the highest baud rate possible.
The following is framing for all messages sent by any device on the multidrop
line:

0FFH STX ID(2) TYPE(2) SEQ DATA LRC(2) CR

(FFhex) = Guard Character

This character is "sacrificed" to the line noise that occurs when the unit
transmitter is first turned on. The unit software may (optionally) wait one
character time between transmitter enable and transmission of the STX (the next
character). This eliminates transmitting the guard character. The receiver ignores
this character.

STX(02hex) = Start of text character

This character indicates the start of a message. The receiver should clear any
characters in its receive buffer whenever it receives this character.

ID(2 ASCII digits) = The unit ID

This field indicates the unit identification number of the unit to which the
message is directed, if the message is coming from the master. This field
indicates the unit identification number of the unit transmitting the message, if
the message is from a slave.

A message with an ID of "00" from the master is a broadcast message. All slave
units should act on the message (display data, reset, etc.), but no slave should
respond to the message.

TYPE(2 ASCII digits) = The message type

This field describes the purpose of the message that is sent. There are five
message types as shown in the following table:

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Message Types
01 Poll This message type is sent by the master
unit to request data from a slave.
02 Data This message type is sent by either a
master to transfer data to a slave or by a
slave to transfer data to the master after
receiving a poll. The TYPE field will then
be followed by a SEQ field and a data
field.
03 ACK This message type is sent by the unit that
has just received a valid data message.
04 Wake up This message type is sent by the master.
The slave that receives it should
acknowledge the message.
05 No data This message type may be sent by a
slave indicating that the slave has no data
to send in response to a poll. This
message is optional. If the slave has no
data, it may ignore the poll.

SEQ(1 ASCII digit) = The sequence number

This field starts at zero at power up, and is incremented by one for each data
message sent. When the sequence number reaches nine, it wraps around to one.
This field is only present in a data message.

DATA = The content of the data field

This field contains data, if the message type indicates that data is included. This
field may contain no characters (length of zero, poll, acknowledge and wake up
messages do not have data fields.)

LRC(2 HEX digits) = The Linear Redundancy Check Sequence

The LRC is computed by exclusive-oring all the characters in the ID, TYPE,
SEQ, and data fields, then converting the hex number into two ASCII digits. This
mathematical process checks to make sure that the message is valid.

CR (0Dh) = Carriage return

This character indicates the end of the message. When this character is received,
the unit should check to see that the message started with a STX, and check that
the LRC is correct before accepting it as a valid message.

Message Sequencing

The master unit initiates all data transfers by either sending data to a slave or
requesting data from a slave. This protocol is strictly half duplex; only one device
may be transmitting at any time. A slave device should not transmit unless it
receives a valid message that requires a response-- when it does receive such a
message, it must respond quickly (See Timing). The master unit should respond
in a timely manner, but is not under the same constraints as a slave. The
following is the example of processing a Master/Slave interaction:

Master Slave’s response Master’s response

1. Wake up ACK -none-
2. Poll Data ACK
3. Poll No data -none-
4. Poll -none- -none-
5. Data ACK -none-

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Timing

If a slave unit is going to respond to a poll from the master, it must start its
response within two character times of the end of the carriage return at the end of
the poll.

NOTE: This makes the response time dependent upon the baud rate.

The slave must turn on its transmitter within two character times after receiving
the CR of the master’s poll. The slave must place the STX at the beginning of its
response, into its serial port no later than three character times after receipt of the
master’s carriage return.

Once the slave begins transmitting, it must not allow a gap of more than one half
a character time between characters. Most transmissions will take place under
interrupt, so this should not be a problem; however, it means that serial port
interrupts may not be disabled for an extended period of time during data
transmission.

Master:
RTS

TXD S0123456Ps
(CR)
B
Time: C
A

Slave:
RTS
TXD S0123456PsS0123456Ps_________S01
(FFh) (STX)

“S” is the start bit, “0123456” are the character bits, “P” is the parity bit and “s”
is the stop bit.

Typically, the “RTS” line is used to control the transmitter. In this diagram,
“RTS” is high when the transmitter is enabled and low when the transmitter is
disabled (“tri-stated”).

NOTE: The slave’s “FF” may be replaced with a 1-character time (10/baud rate)
delay between transmitter turn-on and transmission of the STX.

Time Limits
A Maximum 2 character times (20/baud rate)
Minimum 0
B Maximum 4 character times (40/baud rate)
Minimum 2 character times (due to guard character + STX transmission time)
C Maximum 1/2 character time (5/baud rate)
Minimum 0

Both the master and the slave must disable their transmitter as soon as possible
after transmitting the carriage return at the end of the message. The transmitter
must remain enabled while the carriage return is being sent out, however. This
means that the transmitting device must wait for a “transmitter empty” (as
opposed to a “transmitter ready”) indication from the serial port before disabling
the transmitter.

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This protocol has been designed for a "slow" master to communicate with a
"fast" slave. The only time-critical item for the master is for the master to release
control of the line immediately after sending a message to a slave. While the
slave must respond within a very short time window, there are not such
constraints on the master. The master may have any amount of time between
messages or between characters within its message.

Error Recovery

Error: The slave does not understand a poll message.

Recovery: None. The master will time out, waiting for the slave’s response, then
will go on to the next unit.

Error: The slave does not understand a data message from the master.
Recovery: The master will retransmit the data message again after timing out
while waiting for the acknowledgment.

Error: The master does not understand the slave’s acknowledgment of a data
message.
Recovery: The master will retransmit the data message after timing out while
waiting for the acknowledgment. The slave will acknowledge the retransmitted
message and discard it, since the message will have the same sequence number as
the last message received.

Error: The master does not understand the slave’s data message (response to a
poll).
Recovery: The master will time out waiting for the slave’s response, then
continue on to the next poll. Since the slave did not receive an acknowledgment
for the data message, it will retransmit the same message in response to the next
poll.

Error: The slave does not understand the master’s acknowledgment of the
slave’s data message.
Recovery: The slave will retransmit the same message in response to the next
poll. The master will see that it is a duplicate message, acknowledge it, and
discard it.

Error: The slave does not understand a broadcast message.

Recovery: None. The message will be lost.

The general rules are as follows:

1. Each data message will be acknowledged by the recipient. If a data
message is not acknowledged, the transmitter should retransmit it again up to
three retries. After the third retry, a communications error message should be
displayed and the message discarded (in some systems the message may be
recorded in a disk file or on a printer to prevent data loss).

2. Each new message will have a new sequence number. If a message is

received that has the same message number as the last message received, the
recipient should acknowledge the message and then discard it. The sequence
number should only be checked for equality to the last sequence number
received: there is no requirement that the sequence number must be the next
number expected (although in some systems the master will keep track of “out of
sequence” errors since they would indicate that messages had been lost).

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The sequence number zero is a special case, since it indicates that the data
message is the first data message sent since the device sending it has powered up.
Messages with a sequence number of zero should always be processed as
required, regardless of whether or not they are repeated “back to back”.

3. Any message that contains parity errors, LRC errors or an unrecognized

message type should be discarded. No acknowledgment should be sent. In
some systems, the master will keep track of these transmission errors.

4. Any message that contains a correct LRC, has no errors, is of a correct

type, and requires an acknowledgment should be acknowledged even if its
sequence number indicates that it is a duplicate message (the sequence
number is the same as the last message). If it is a duplicate message, it should
be acknowledged then discarded. In some systems, the master will keep track of
these duplicate message errors since they would indicate that an acknowledgment
had been lost. A broadcast message (one sent to unit “00”) must not be
acknowledged.

Multidrop Protocol Examples

Message framing:
FFh, 02h, idhigh, idlow, type, seq no, ... data..., lrc0, lrc1, 0Dh
(DEL, STX, ?, ?, ?, ?, ?, ?, ?, CR)

NOTE: The DEL character is used as a guard character to make sure that the
transmission line is quiet for one character time before the STX is sent. The
sequence number only appears on data messages. The LRC stands for “linear
redundancy check” and appears on all messages.

Polling sequence:
1. MUX polls slave at address 01 with the following format:

STX, unit id (2 char), 0, 1, lrc (2 char), CR

Example: STX 0 1 0 1 0 0 CR
HEX: 02h 30h 31h 30h 31h 30h 30h 0Dh

2. SLAVE answers the poll with the data in the following format:

STX, unit id, 0, 2, seq (1 char), ...data..., lrc, CR

Example: STX 0 1 0 2
1 A B C D E 7 3 CR
HEX: 02h 30h 31h 30h 32h
31h 41h 42h 43h 44h 45h 37h 33h 0Dh

If no data is available:

STX, unit id, 0, 5, lrc, CR

Example: STX 0 1 0 5 0 4 CR
HEX: 02h 30h 31h 30h 35h 30h 34h 0Dh

NOTE: It is normally faster to allow the master to time out (which takes three
character times) than to use the "no data" response.

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3. MUX acknowledges data in the following format:

STX, unit id, 0, 3, lrc, CR

Example: STX 0 1 0 3 0 2 CR
HEX: 02h 30h 31h 30h 31h 30h 32h 0Dh

4. MUX polls the next unit . . .

PROTOCOLS USED WITH RS232, CURRENT LOOP, AND RS422

RTS/CTS (Used with only RS232)

This protocol stands for "Request To Send" and "Clear To Send". This is
a common type of "handshaking" that goes on between two units.
When one device wants to transmit to another device, it will drive the
RTS line indicating it has data to transmit. When the receiving device is
ready to receive, it will drive the CTS line indicating it is ready. When
you use RTS/CTS it requires the addition of two more wires on the
communication cable. If they are not needed then it is advised not to
use any other additional lines in the cable.

ACK/NAK
This is a software protocol. When a unit receives a message, it indicates
whether it has received that message correctly. If all information is
received, the unit will transmit an "ACK" (acknowledge). The ACK is a
signal that more information may be transmitted. If the information is
not received correctly, then it will transmit a "NAK" (non-acknowledge).
The NAK is a signal requesting a message be retransmitted. Most
software has a limit to the number of retransmits. Three NAKS is
common.

XON/XOFF
This is a software protocol. XON stands for "transmit on" and XOFF
stands for "transmit off." A unit receiving data may signal the unit
transmitting that it should stop sending data by transmitting and XOFF
(ctrl-S). An XON (ctrl-Q) signals the original unit to begin transmitting
again.

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APPENDIX C – BEAM APERTURE ADJUSTMENT

This Appendix only applies to the Model 24 Series II. For certain applications
your Model 24 Series II may include a beam aperture accessory (p/n
1000003985) as shown below.

The beam aperture is used to restrict the scan line so it doesn’t exceed the width
of the read zone. This might be required, for instance, in a situation where the
beam is so wide it falls on a neighboring conveyor and provides inaccurate data
to the scanner.

The beam aperture plates are aligned at the factory for your application, but may
need adjustment during installation.

After the scanner is mounted, if the beam aperture needs adjustment, follow the
steps below.

To adjust the beam plates:

1. Loosen the 8-32 cap screws (item 4).
2. Adjust the beam plates as required.
3. Tighten the cap screws.

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APPENDIX D – MOUNTING THE EXTERNAL

BLOWER (P/N MDL24-55)
This Appendix only applies to the Model 24 Series II. Typically, an external
blower is used to blow dirt and dust off the scanner exit window when the
scanner is installed in a dusty location.

NOTE: In most situations, the blower should be mounted to the scanner

before the scanner is mounted.

To mount the external blower:

1. Insert the two drop-in t-nuts (see below) into the channels on the front of the
scanner (see the mounting drawing on the following page). Hold the t-nuts at
a 45-degree angle to the channel, insert them into the channel, and press on
the edge to set them into the channel.

NOTE: Use the rubber pin to help you maneuver the t-nut into place.

Part No. Desc.

1 Socket Screw
2 Lock Washer
3 Washer
4 Drop-In T-Nut

Drop-In T-Nut, Socket Screw, and Washers

2. Use the two screws provided to mount the blower to the scanner. The screws
go through the mounting bracket into the t-nuts. Half tighten the screws.
3. Slide the mounted blower as close as you can to the exit window without
blocking laser beam. Tighten the screws.
4. Connect the blower cord to the scanner to provide power. Plug the blower
connector into one of the following ports: J4, J5, or J6.

When the fan is mounted properly, you will be able to put your fingers in front of
the exit window and feel air moving.

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Mounting the Model 24 Series II External Blower

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APPENDIX E – UNIVERSAL MOUNTING BRACKET

This Appendix only applies to the Model 24 Series II. This bracket allows you to
mount the Model 24 in any position as required for accurate bar code reading on
the Accu-Sort standard mounting structure MT003 or any custom structure.

p/n Ship24-5

QUICK RELEASE MOUNTING KIT

A Quick Release Mounting Kit (Ship24-4) is also available to use with this
bracket.

p/n Ship24-4

Installation

To mount the Ship24-5 and Ship 24-4 assemblies to the appropriate mounting
structure, follow the instructions in diagram (#31433) and/or (#31434) included
with each mounting assembly kit.

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Accu-Setup
Application
The Windows®-based primary user interface that provides
A use to which something is put, or how it is used.
all the necessary functions to set up, monitor, and diagnose
the operations of an AccuVision System. APM Protocol
Acronym for Application Protocol Messages. A protocol
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used by system integrators who want to design system
This term identifies the Accu-Sort product line that utilizes
applications without AdaptaScan Software.
CCD camera technology for imaging and decoding.

ACK ASCII (American Standard Code for Information

A control character sent to acknowledge that a transmission Interchange)
block has been received. Pronounced as-kee. A standard seven bit plus parity code,
representing 256 characters, established by ANSI to
Active Image Width achieve compatibility between data services.
Defines the narrowest possible active image by reducing
the overall area the camera will scan for a valid bar code. Aspect Ratio
For example: In applications where codes always appear in The ratio of height to width of a bar code symbol. A code
one location of packages, the entire package does not need twice as high as wide would have an aspect ratio of 2; a
to be scanned, so the active image width is set smaller, thus code twice as wide as high would have an aspect ratio of ½
reducing decoding time and demand on processing or 0.5.
resources. This is set in Accu-Setup using the Modify Setup
Asynchronous Transmission
/ Symbologies / Advanced Decoder Options.
Transmission in which the time intervals between
Active/Passive Device transmitted characters may be of unequal length.
In 20mA current loop communications, a device capable of Transmission is controlled by start and stop bits at the
providing the current for the loop (active) and a device that beginning and end of each character.
draws the current from the equipment it is connected to
Autodiscrimination (Autodistinguish)
(passive).
The ability of bar code reading equipment to recognize and
Address correctly decode more than one bar code symbology and
A unique designation for the location of data or the identity process the data without operator intervention. This is a
of a smart device; allows each device on a single prerequisite feature of linear bar code scanners employed in
communications line to respond to its own message. open systems.

Auto Generated Belt Speed (AutoTach)

AEL (Accessible Emission Limit)
The average power limitations of electronic radiation from Use for belt speed timing instead of using a tachometer.
a laser light source as defined by the CDRH. AccuVision systems can be setup to generate a belt speed
automatically for applications where belt speed does not
AIM vary more than 5%. This is generated by the camera’s
Automatic Identification Manufacturers, Inc. SMIO board when the function is selected from the Accu-
Setup Modify Setup / Tracking Tab. Also referred to as
Alignment AutoTach
The position of a scanner or light source in relation to the
Autoload
target of a receiving element.
The process of automatically transferring scanned character
Alphanumeric strings and the symbology type into a match entry value.
Consisting of letters, numbers, and symbols.
AVCHI (AccuVision Custom Host Interface)
Ambient Light The AccuVision Custom Host Interface (AVCHI) is a
The lighting conditions in the scanning area. Ambient light customer-specific application designed to provide a
can interfere with successful scanning of bar codes. customized interface for systems utilizing a host computer.
AVCHI provides all communications between the
ANSI (American National Standards Institute) AccuVision system and host, including the formatting and
The principle standards development group in the U.S. A transmission of messages and responses to host commands.
non-profit, non-governmental group supported by over
1000 trade organizations, professional societies, and AVCore
companies. Member body to the ISO (International The main WindowsNT®-based application running on the
Standards Organization). AccuVision decoder that provides a program interface for
the decoder as well as advanced image collection and
Aperture diagnostics. Additionally, AVCore contains multiple
Term used on the required CDRH warning labels to threads for real-time data movement and time critical
describe the laser exit window. processing.

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A bar code symbol capable of being read successfully

Bar independent of scanning direction.
The dark elements of a printed bar code symbol. Referred
to as elements in 2D symbologies. Bit (Binary Digit)
The contraction of binary digit, the smallest unit of
Bar Code (Refers to 2D Symbologies as well) information in the binary system; a one or zero condition.
An array of rectangular bars/elements and spaces arranged
in a predefined pattern to represent elements of data Bottom Read
referred to as characters. When the scanner is mounted under the conveyor to read
codes on the bottom of the boxes or on the front or back of
Bar Code Character the boxes. If used there is not enough clearance for a
A single group of bars and spaces that represent an standard front or back read.
individual number, letter, or other symbol.
BPS (Bits per Second)
Bar Code Density Unit of data transmission rate. See baud rate.
The number of characters that can be represented in a linear
unit of measure. Bar code density is often referred to in Bridge
characters per inch (CPI). An interface between links in a communication network
that routes messages from one link to another when a
Bar Code Label station on one link addresses a message to a station on
A label that carries a bar code and can be affixed to an another link.
article.
Bright Surface Gain
Bar Code Reader This is a setting (by percentage) used when imaging
A device that examines a printed spacial pattern and multiple sides of packages, typically in a tunnel application.
decodes the encoded data. This is set via Accu-Setup. (See Modify Setup / Tunnel
Tab.)
Bar code symbol
A group of bars that represent a character or group of Buffer
characters whose width and spacing is determined by a set A temporary storage device used to compensate for a
of rules. In most cases, human readable characters are difference in data rate and data flow between two devices
printed below the bars. (typically M).

Bar Height Bus

The height of the shortest bar in a bar code. An internal pathway along which electronic signals travel
between the components of an electronic device.
Bar Length
The bar dimension perpendicular to the bar width. Button
A graphic user interface that allows users to select a given
Bar Width software function. Instead of physically pressing a button,
The thickness of a bar measured from the edge closest to the user simply clicks on the desired button to access a
the symbol start character to the trailing edge of the same menu, tab screen, or function.
bar.
Button Menu
Baud Rate A graphic user interface that offers several buttons. The
A unit used to measure communications speed or data Accu-Setup Main Window offers a menu of buttons that
transfer rate; represents the number of discrete conditions include Save to Camera, Modify Setup, Exit, etc. Instead of
or events per second. physically pressing a button, the user simply clicks on the
desired button to access a menu, tab screen, or function.
BCC (Block Check Character)
Used to check transmission accuracy, a character Byte
transmitted by the sender after each message block and A binary element string functioning as a unit, usually
compared with a block check character computed by the shorter than a computer “word”. Eight-bit bytes are most
receiver. common. Also called a “character”.

Bed Width Camera, Camera Module

The width of the conveyor bed measured in inches. Identifies the AccuVision module that is responsible for
scanning and/or imaging packages that pass through the
BEL scanning area. The camera includes several sub-
A control character that is used when there is a need to call components (including the camera head and SMIO board)
for attention; it may control alarm or attention devices. and is responsible for the interconnections with other
devices (e.g.: decoder, trigger, tach, illumination, etc.).
Belt Width
The width of the conveyor belt measured in inches. Camera Head
Component subassembly of the AccuVision camera that
Bidirectional includes the lens, auto-focusing optics (if applicable), and
CCD sensor array.

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Code Orientation
The relationship of the bar code with reference to the scan
head’s reading zone. Typical code orientations are Ladder
and Picket Fence.
CART
(Also known as trigger) A signal, typically provided by a Code Placement
photoeye or proximity switch, that informs the scan head of Variation in code placement affects the ability of a scanner
the presence of an object within its reading zone. to read a code. The terms Tilt, Pitch, and Skew deal with
the angular variations of code placement in the X, Y and Z
CCD (Charge Coupled Device) axes. Variations in code placement affect the pulse width
Used in scanners to sense the light and dark areas of a and therefore the decoding of the code. Pulse width is
symbol. defined as a change from the leading edge of a bar or space
to the trailing edge of a bar or space over time. Pulse width
CCD Sensor Array is also referred to as a transition. Tilt, pitch, and skew
A series of Charged Coupled Device (CCD) photo impact the pulse width of the code.
receptors used by the camera to convert light energy into
electrical energy. (See also Tap(s).)

CDRH (Center for Devices and Radiological Health)

This organization (a service of the Food and Drug
Administration) is responsible for the safety regulations
governing acceptable limitations on electronic radiation
from laser devices. Accu-Sort is in compliance with the
CDRH regulations. Changes to this code presentation cause the bar codes to
appear smaller to the scanner which results in a smaller
Capture count
The number of consecutive identical valid decodes that pulse width. Each of these variation has a different effect
result in a valid read. on a scanner reading these codes and the combination of
the variations leads to more complicated effects.
Character
A single group of bars and spaces in a code that represent Code Quality
an individual number, letter, punctuation mark or other The number of scans successfully decoded during a read
graphic element. Used as part of the organization, control, cycle.
or representation of data.
Code set
Character self-checking The specific assignment of data characters to symbol
The feature which allows a bar code reader to determine if characters.
a scanned group of elements is a valid symbol character. If
Com Initialization String
a symbology is described as character self-checking, a
A user-definable string of ASCII characters that can be set
single printed defect (edge error) in any symbol character
for the SMIO Ports by using the Modify Setup /
does not produce a valid character.
Communications Tab of Accu-Setup.
Character set
Command Version
Those characters available for encodation in a particular Identifies the version of software commands used in the
automatic identification technology. camera’s SMIO, AVCore, or Decoder Engine program.
(See Accu-Setup Main Window / Camera Type / SMIO
Check Character Tab.)
A character (usually at the end of the code) that is used to
perform a mathematical check to ensure the accuracy of a Communications Protocol
scan of the bar code. The rules governing exchange of information between
devices connected together on the same communications
Codabar line.
For details, see Symbologies
Configuration
Code 128
The arrangement and interconnection of hardware
For details, see Symbologies
components within a system, and the hardware (switch and
Code 39
jumper) and software selections that determine the
For details, see Symbologies operating characteristics of the system.

Code 93 Configuration file

For details, see Symbologies The set of attributes which belongs to and defines the
operation of a single physical device.
Code Length
The length of the bar code measured from the start of the
first bar to the end of last bar.

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Continuous code
A bar code symbology where all spaces within the symbol Decoder Logic
are parts of the characters (Interleaved 2 of 5). There is no The electronic package that receives signals from the scan
interactive gap in a continuous bar code symbology. head, interprets the signals into useful data, and provides
the interface to other devices.
Conveyor Speed
The speed that the conveyor is moving measured in feet per Default(s)
minute. Conveyor speed directly impacts the time that the Original parameters as programmed by Accu-Sort at the
code is in front of the scanner; therefore, it affects the factory. Accu-Setup can be used to review the default
number of reads that are possible. Camera systems require settings and modify them, when necessary.
consistent conveyor speeds to assure accuracy.
Delimiter Between Codes
Coplanar Illumination The separator used between multiple bar codes decoded
An illumination source that is in the same plane / line of and transmitted to the host in the same message. The
sight of the camera’s CCD sensor array. The AV3700 delimiter is set in Accu-Setup. (See Modify Setup /
offers an LED coplanar illumination option. Communications Tab / Host Message.)

CPI Depth of Field

Characters per inch. See density. The distance between the maximum and minimum plane in
which a symbol can be read. This range is from the
CR (Carriage Return) specified optical throw to the far reading distance.
An ASCII or EBCDIC control character that moves the
cursor or print mechanism to the left margin. Density
The number of data characters which can be represented in
CRC (Cyclic Redundancy Check) a linear unit of measure. Bar code density is often
A CRC is generated by treating a message as a single, large expressed in characters per inch (CPI).
binary number and dividing it by a specific number and
keeping the remainder, which becomes the CRC. This can Diagnostics
be set in Accu-Setup. (See Modify Setup / Communications Refers to the various features of the Accu-Setup and SMIO
Tab / Host Messages / Data Verification.) Commands software that enable a trained and qualified
technician to monitor and troubleshoot the operation of an
CRT (Cathode-Ray Tube) AccuVision system.
Device similar to a television screen for sending, receiving,
and displaying serial data. Also known as Dumb Terminal, Dimensioning, Dimensioning System
Display screen, or Monitor. Used in applications that require more than the package
height data provided by a photoeye or light curtain. Either
CTS (Clear to Send) dimensioning software or an Accu-Sort DM-3000
The Modem interface signal that indicates to the DTE Dimensioning System is used to provide package
device to begin transmission. dimensioning to camera-based systems.

Current Loop DIP Switches

Method of interconnecting terminals and transmitting Switches that are the approximate size of an integrated
signals, whereby a mark (binary 1) is represented by circuit.
current on the line and a space (binary 0) is represented by
the absence of current. Discrete code
A bar code or symbol where the space between characters,
Data Matrix intercharacter gap, are not part of the code as with Code 39.
For details, see Symbologies See continuous code.

Data Verification Dot Matrix Printer

There are three data verification options available when A dot matrix printer is an impact printer that consists of a
defining the host message via Accu-Setup: None, BCC, and series of pins arranged in an array. The pins strike an inked
CRC. (See Modify Setup / Communications Tab / Host ribbon against the label stock to form the bar code and
Message.) characters. This is the most common type of printer used to
print labels on-demand. Some dot matrix printers use a
Decode moving print head and stationary stock. The print head
The process of translating a bar code into data characters moves across the label, printing one dot at a time, to
using a specific set of rules for each symbology. complete one line. The print head then begins printing the
next line. Other dot matrix printers use a stationary print
Decoder head. These printers typically print one line at a time and
As part of a bar code reading system, the electronic are therefore much quicker than a printer with a moving
package which receives the signals from the scanner, print head.
performs the algorithm to interpret the signals into
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Dots Per Inch (DPI) EIA-485

DPI is a measure of resolution and indicates the number of The recommended standard of the Electronic Industry
pixels per linear inch as measured at the object plane. Association that specifies the electrical characters of
Unless otherwise qualified, DPI generally refers to the generators and receivers for use in balanced digital
camera’s resolution perpendicular to the motion of the multipoint systems.
transport (i.e.: across the conveyor). Minimum DPI
identifies the lowest DPI that occurs in the system. This Element
figure generally limits the smallest symbology element that Dimensionally the narrowest width in a character - bar or
may be detected. Minimum DPI Reference Distance is the space.
linear measurement between the camera’s reference plane
(often the mounting base) and the point where the Element width
minimum DPI occurs. This is generally the largest possible The thickness of an element measured from the edge
distance to which the camera can be focused. Maximum closest to the symbol start character to the trailing edge of
DPI identifies the highest DPI that occurs in the system. the same element.
Maximum DPI Reference Distance is the linear
measurement between the camera’s reference plane (often Emitter/Receiver Pair
the mounting base) and the point where the maximum DPI An emitter sends a light beam to a receiver that detects
occurs. This is generally the smallest possible distance to when the beam from the emitter is interrupted. Typically
which the camera can be focused. used in applications where tape or lamination on an object
on the transport could mimic the reflector used in a
Downloading retroreflective pair. Can be used as a TRIGGER.
The process of sending configuration parameters, operating
software or related data from a central source to remote Encoded area
stations. The total linear dimension consisting of all the characters
of a code pattern, including start and stop characters and
Down Sampling data.
A software function that reduces the amount of storage and
processing time used when displaying or saving images ENQ (Enquiry)
from within Accu-Setup. This slider bar is found on the A transmission control character used as a request for a
Modify Setup / Pkg. Mgt. Diag. Tab. response from a remote station. (^E)

Drop-down menu ESC (Escape)

A graphical user interface that allows the user to select A control character which is used to provide additional
from a list of options that are displayed when a specific control functions. It alters the meaning of a limited number
function has been selected. This options list “drops down” of continuously following bit combinations. (^[)
from the selected function. A list of drop-down menus can
be found across the top of the Accu-Setup Main Window. Error
A discrepancy between a computed, observed or measured
DSR (Data Set Ready) value or condition and the true, specified or theoretically
An RS232 modem interface control signal which indicates correct value or condition.
that the terminal is ready for transmission.
ETX (End of Text)
DSR (Data Terminal Ready) A transmission control character that terminates a text.
Modem interface signal which alerts the modem that the
DTE device is ready for transmission. Even Parity
A data verification method in which each character must
Duplex Transmission have an even number of on bits.
See Full and Half Duplex.
Expansion Bus
EAN Allows the microprocessor to communicate with controllers
European Article Number System. The international for peripheral devices, such as a network card or an internal
standard bar code for retail food packages. modem.

EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) Far Distance

A method by which data is electronically transmitted from The distance (in inches) from the face of the scanner to the
one point to another. farthest point at which a code can be successfully scanned.

EIA-232 Feet Per Minute (FPM)

Interface between data terminal equipment and data Typically used to define the speed of a conveyor. Conveyor
communication equipment employing serial binary data speed may also be defined in meters per second.
interchange.
Field of View (FOV)
EIA-422 Defines the coverage area across the conveyor belt width
Electrical characteristics of balanced-voltage digital over which the scanner or camera can detect and read bar
interface circuits. codes. FOV is a linear measurement of the length of the

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scan line and should be qualified with a “throw” distance one of three files stored on the APC100 that can be
(e.g.: 24” FOV @ 60” throw). modified via the Utilities Menu / Modify Gain Table. (See
A maximum theoretical FOV is the absolute maximum scan Chapter 5.) Gain table modification should only be done by
line length assuming sufficient uniform illumination along an ASI trained and authorized technician.
the whole scan line. Effective FOV is the useful length of
the scan line as limited by the illumination and/or the Gateway
camera. (For example: At a throw of 60”, a camera may A device used to connect networks using different
have a maximum theoretical FOV of 24” but the protocols so that information can be passed from one
illumination may only cover a 20” FOV, so the effective system or network to the other(s). (See Subnet Mask.)
FOV of the camera/illumination system would be 20”.)
Gateway Address
Flip Lens Like all other devices on a network, the device serving as
A moveable lens inside a scanner that increases Depth of the Gateway must also have an IP address so that devices
Field. wishing to communicate with devices outside its own
network can fine the Gateway which will forward its data.
Flying Lead Like all other addresses, it is displayed in the “dotted-
A lead that exits the back of the connector hood on the decimal” format.
outside of the cable jacket. It is normally attached to the
drain wire or shield and connected to the chassis of the Gray Image Data
switch, modem, etc. It can also be a hardware control lead. Gray scale image data is the image captured by the camera
of a product as it passes through the scanning area. The
Focus, Focusing gray image data is not required for symbology decoding,
Identifying the camera or scanner’s means of gathering but may be provided from the camera’s GRAY IMAGE
light onto the sensor through the use of a lens and, in the DATA port to the frame grabber in the APC100 and
case of some cameras, a focusing mechanism (e.g.: voice subsequently to the client’s host computer for processing.
coil). Dynamic Focusing refers to adjusting the camera
focal length “on the fly” to accommodate varying package Guard bars
heights or varying distances between the camera and 1) The bars at the ends and center of a UPC and EAN
packages. Input is required from a light curtain or symbol that ensure a complete scan of the bar code. 2) The
dimensioning system. Fixed Focus identifies cameras with optional bars outside the quiet zone of an Interleaved 2 of 5
a focal length that remains the same (i.e.: fixed); used by symbol that ensure a complete scan of the bar code.
cameras to image packages that are all the same distance
from the camera. The Focus Table is one of three files Half Duplex (HDX)
stored on the APC100 that can be modified via the Utilities Transmission in either direction, but not simultaneous.
Menu / Modify Focus Table. Focus table modification
should only be done by an ASI trained and authorized Handshaking
technician. Exchange of predetermined signals between two devices
establishing a connection. Usually part of a
Frame Grabber communications protocol.
Board installed in APC100 that is used to capture image
data. (See GRAY IMAGE) Hardware Cart
This is an electrical signal from a relay, photoeye, or
Front Read proximity switch indicating that an object is passing by the
The scanner is mounted to read bar codes on the leading scanner.
edge of a box as it passes the scanner. In a front read
application, the scanner can be mounted above or on the Header
side of the conveyor. A means of identifying the beginning of a message to be
sent to the host. One example is <STX> or Start of Text.
Front/Top Read
The camera is mounted to read the front and top of Height of Scan
packages as they pass through the scanning area. In a The maximum vertical scanning dimension of a moving
front/top read application, the camera is usually mounted beam scanner at a specific distance from the face of the
above the conveyor positioned at a 45 degree angle to scanner.
enable it to scan both the front and top of packages
Helium Neon Laser
Full Duplex (FDX) A type of laser commonly used in bar code scanning.
Simultaneous, two-way, independent transmission in both Because the laser beam is bright red, bars must not be
directions. printed with red ink since they would be indistinguishable
from the code’s background.
Gain
A measure of amplification. More gain means more Hexadecimal
amplification. Too much gain may lead to saturation (i.e.: A base-16 numbering system that uses the symbols
signals reaching a maximum value). Accu-Setup enables 0,1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,A,B,C,D,E,F.
the user to define a Gain Mode via the Modify Setup /
Imaging Tab. The Gain Table is a look-up table of gain
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A bar code in which characters are paired together using

bars to represent the first character and spaces to represent
Host the second.
1) A central controlling computer in a network system. 2)
Any device on a network system that provides a controlling Inter-symbol no-read count
function to another device on the network. 3) Any The minimum number of no-reads that must occur between
intelligent device for which another device is providing a symbols scanned when Self-Triggered (continuous decode)
communication interface to a network. is selected as the decode trigger. Symbols that are not
preceeded by the minimum nuber of no-reads are ignored.
Illumination
Light source used with a camera to provide the lighting I/O
needed to illuminate the scanning area. Some cameras use The abbreviation for input/output. The keyboard and a
self-contained illumination. There are three types of printer, are examples of I/O devices. I/O activity is
illumination used by AccuVision: 1) sodium, 2) LED, or 3) different from computational activity. When a program
Coplanar LED. sends a document to the printer, it is engaging in I/O
activity; when the program sorts a list of terms, it is
Image Capture engaging in computational activity.
Term used to define the process used by AccuVision
cameras to acquire images of products as they pass through IP Address (Internet Protocol Address)
the scanning area. IP Address is the numeric address given to a network card
which enables other devices on a network to find it. For
Induct Photoeyes readability, this number is displayed in “dotted-decimal”
The cart cycle begins when the start of cart photoeye is format (e.g.: 127.0.0.1) as opposed to the binary equivalent
blocked and continues until the cart photoeye is unblocked. (e.g.: 01111111000000000000000000000001).
Blocking the INDUCT photoeye causes relay decisions and
data communication. For this placement the distance Jumper
between the CART and INDUCT photoeyes must be less A wire that connects a number of pins on one end of a
than the minimum box size plus the minimum box spacing. cable only, such as looping back Request to Send from
Clear to Send pins 4 and 5.
Ink Jet Printing
Ink jet is a non-contact printer that projects drops of ink at a Ladder Orientation
printing surface. The sprayed drops are controlled When the bar code’s bars are positioned horizontally on the
electronically to form a bar code. product, causing them to appear as a ladder. The ends of all
bars will enter the scan window first.
Input/Output Modules
OPTICALLY ISOLATED INPUT/OUTPUT MODULES.
Flexible modules which allow the scanner to control high
voltage outputs that are susceptible to noise. Since they are
isolated from each other the noise is not picked up in the
scanner.

The modules come in both input and output versions. The

output versions are controlled by a 5VDC input. The output
of the modules can range from 24VAC - 140VAC or 3VDC
- 200VDC. Foreign voltage ranges are available. The
LAN
maximum current that the modules can supply is limited by
The acronym for local area network. A LAN system is
the output voltage and the module type. The input versions
usually confined to the same building or a few nearby
are controlled by either a DC or AC input ranging from
buildings, with all equipment linked by wiring dedicated
3VDC - 32VDC or 90VAC - 140VAC. Foreign voltage
specifically to the LAN.
ranges are available. The output of the modules is a 5VDC
level. The maximum current is limited by the input Laser Gun
modules. These output modules are commonly used to A hand-held non-contact laser scanner that is usually
control diverters, alarms, external relays, etc. The input activated with a trigger.
modules can be used for photoeye inputs.
Laser Scanner
Intercharacter Gap An optical bar code reading device using a low energy laser
The space between two adjacent bar code characters in a light beam as its source of illumination.
discrete code.
Laser Printing
Interface Laser printers use a pulsed or rastered laser light source to
A shared boundary defined by common physical positively charge an image on a dielectric cylinder of an
interconnection characteristics, signal characteristics and electrostatic printing mechanism. Toner used in the laser
meanings of interchanged signals. printing process adheres to the charged portion of the
cylinder. This toner is then transferred to paper using heat.
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LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) For details, see Symbologies

A low-power display often used for notebook computers.
An LCD consists of a liquid crystal solution between two Memory
sheets of polarizing material. An electric current causes A computer can contain several different forms of memory,
each crystal to act like a shutter that can open to allow light such as RAM, ROM, and video memory. The term memory
past or close to block the light. is generally used to define RAM. When a computer has 8
MB of memory, it actually has 8 MB of RAM.
LDI (Lamp Driver Interface Board)
Memory Address
LED (Light Emitting Diode) A specific location, usually expressed as a hexadecimal
A semiconductor generally made from gallium arsenide, number, in the computer’s RAM.
that can serve as a visible or near infrared light source
when voltage is applied continuously or in pulses. LEDs Message
have extremely long lifetimes when properly operated. 1) A meaningful combination of alphanumeric characters
that establishes the content and format of a report. 2) In a
LED Illumination communication network, the unit of exchange at the
Low-power light emitting diode (LED) light source used by application layer.
cameras to illuminate the scanning area in applications with
little or no DOF requirements where high speed is not a Message buffer
consideration. Storage register for the temporary storage of data that
allows decoding to continue while the host is retrieving
Lens data from the serial port.
Optics used in cameras for focusing light onto the CCD
sensor array. Lens Focal Length (mm) defines the lens Message buffer warning
focal length in millimeters. The AV3700 cameras have four An output condition that occurs when the message buffer
lens options: 38 mm, 50 mm, 85 mm, and 135 mm. has used a defined amount of the message buffer.
LF (Line Feed) MHz
An ASCII control character that moves the cursor or print The abbreviation for megahertz.
mechanism to the next line. (^J)
Microprocessor
Light Curtain The primary computational chip inside the computer,
A sensing device connected to a system that uses a series of referred to as the “brain”. The microprocessor contains an
transmitters and receivers to create a “curtain of light” that arithmetic processing unit and a control unit. Software
is both 90 degrees and perpendicular to the conveyor’s written for one microprocessor must usually be revised to
direction of travel. This device is used by the system to run on another microprocessor.
detect either the presence and/or the height of packages as
they enter the camera’s scanning area. Mil
One thousandth of an inch (0.001 inch). Bars and spaces of
Linear Bar Codes codes are commonly referred to as being a certain number
Also referred to as 1D or 1-dimensional symbologies. of mils wide.
Examples: Code 39, I2of5, UPC.
Misread
Lines Per Inch (LPI) The scanner incorrectly decodes a bar code as it passes
Identifies the lines per inch. LPI is a measurement of through the scan zone.
resolution that indicates the number of sensor scan lines
that are collected for every inch of transport movement. In Modulo check digit or character
effect, LPI is the “DPI in the direction of conveyor travel”. A calculated character within a data field used for error
detection. The calculated character is determined by a
LMM (Light Monitoring Module) modulus calculation on the sum or the weighted sum of the
data field contents.
mA
The abbreviation for milliampere(s). Mouse
A pointing device that controls the movement of the cursor
Match on a screen. Mouse-aware software allows the user to
A condition in which decoded data matches data in the activate commands by clicking a mouse button while
match entry. pointing at objects displayed on the screen.

Match entry Moving-Beam

An output condition in which decoded data matches and the Rather than using a stationary laser beam and relying on
data in a match entry configuration. product movement for a single scan, a multi-facet mirror
wheel and motor is used to ‘move’ the beam across the
Matrix 2D Symbology code several times while in motion itself.
Examples: Aztec, DataMatrix, MaxiCode, QR Code

MaxiCode

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13 Enclosures are intended for indoor use primarily to

provide a degree of protection against dust, spraying
Moving-Beam Bar Code Scanner of water, oil, non-corrosive coolant.
A device that dynamically searches for a bar code symbol Net Mask
by sweeping a moving optical beam through a field of view A numeric value that is used by devices to determine
called the scanning zone. Automatic bar code reader that whether the device it wishes to communicate with is on the
reads codes by sweeping a moving optical beam through a same network. If not, the data must be forwarded via a
field of view. Moving-beam scanners are usually mounted Gateway. May also be referred to as Subnet Mask. (See
in a fixed position and read codes as they pass by. Gateway, Gateway Address.)

MTBF Network
The abbreviation for mean time between failures. A series of stations (nodes) connected by some type of
communication medium. A network may be made up of a
Multidrop Line single link or multiple links.
A single communications circuit that interconnects many
stations, each of which contains terminal devices. See EIA- NVC
485. The acronym for non-valid code. Defines the condition that
occurs when an object has been scanned and no bar code
NAK (Negative Acknowledgment) could be decoded. Usually, this indicates that either no
A control character used to indicate that the previous code was on the object or the code was badly damaged and
transmission block was in error and the receiver is ready to could not be decoded.
accept retransmissions.
Node
Narrow Bar (NB)/Narrow Space (NS) The connection point at which media access is provided.
Smallest code element, bar or space, in the bar code
symbol. Also known as the X dimension. No-match
An output condition in which decoded data does not match
NCDRH (National Center for Devices and Radiological an entry in the match code table.
Health)
This organization (a service of the Food and Drug No-Read
Administration) is responsible for the safety regulations When the scanner or camera is unable to decode a bar code
governing acceptable limitations on electronic radiation as it passes through the scan zone.
from laser devices. Accu-Sort is in compliance with the
NCDRH regulations. Non-Read
The absence of data at the scanner or camera output after
Near Distance an attempted scan due to no code, defective code, scanner
The distance (in inches) from the face of the scanner to the failure or operator error.
closest point at which a code can be successfully scanned.
Odd Parity
NEMA A data verification method in which each character must
In order to rate the quality of an enclosure the National have an odd number of on bits.
Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) has
developed a system for rating all enclosures. A partial list Omnidirectional
of the NEMA enclosures is shown below along with what Orientation is unpredictable and can be ladder, picket
particles it is designed to restrict. fence, or any angle in between. A single scan line is not
sufficient to scan bar codes oriented omnidirectionally.
Ratings
3 Enclosures are intended for indoor or outdoor use One-dimensional Symbologies
primarily to provide protection against windblown Also referred to as linear codes. Examples: Code 39, I2of5,
dust, rain, and sleet, and is undamaged by the and UPC are all 1D or linear bar codes.
formation of ice on the enclosure.
4 Enclosures are intended for indoor or outdoor use Operating Range
primarily to provide protection against windblown The sum of the scanner’s optical throw and depth-of-field.
dust and rain, splashing water, and hose-directed
water; undamaged by the formation of ice on the Optical Throw
enclosure. Measured distance from the scanner’s window to the near
4X Enclosures are intended for indoor or outdoor use reading distance of the depth of field. Typically, this is the
primarily to provide protection against corrosion closest a bar code can be to the scanner’s window and still
windblown dust and rain, splashing water, and hose be properly decoded.
directed water; undamaged by the formation of ice on
the enclosure. Optimum Reading Distance
6 Enclosures are intended for use indoors or outdoors Typically, the center of the depth of field.
where occasional submersion is encountered.
12 Enclosures are intended for indoor use primarily to OCR
provide a degree of protection against dust, falling Optical Character Recognition. Cameras can be used in
dirt, and dripping non-corrosive liquids. OCR based systems.

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OCR Image Engine Photoeye

Refers to a camera that does not include a bar code Used as a presence detector to identify objects in the
decoder. Image data is provided by the camera directly to a scanner or camera’s reading zone. The photoeye emits a
customer-supplied OCR decoder. beam and is used with a reflector to create a photoelectric
circuit. When the beam is blocked by an object, breaking
Orientation the circuit, a signal called CART is sent to the scanner or
The alignment of the code’s bars and spaces to the scan camera.
head. Often referred to as vertical (picket fence) and
horizontal (ladder). Picket Fence Orientation
When the bar code’s bars are positioned vertically on the
Output counter product, causing them to appear as a picket fence. The first
A counter that is associated with each output condition. bar will enter the scan window first.
The counter increments by 1 each time the condition
occurs.

Oversquare
Used to describe bar codes that are taller (from top to
bottom of the bars) than they are wide (from first to last
bar).

Package Spacing
This is the spacing between items on a conveyor. Package
spacing is measured one of two ways: Leading edge of one
box to leading edge of the next or trailing edge of one box Pitch
to trailing edge of the next. Package spacing is critical to Rotation of a code pattern about the X-axis. The normal
system operations. distance between center line or adjacent characters.

Parameter PLANET
A value or opinion that you specify to a program. A For details, see Symbologies
parameter is sometimes called a switch or an argument.
Polarized Laser
Parity Bit A specialized laser source used in high glare environments.
A bit that is set at “0” or “1” in a character to ensure that
the total number of 1 bits in the data field is even or odd. Polling
A means of controlling devices on a multipoint line.
PDF417
For details, see Symbologies Port
Refers to the physical connectors located on the
Percent good reads AccuVision camera and other devices. The AccuVision
The number of successful reads per refresh period. This is camera’s ports include: TRIG, TACH, SYNC OUT,
valid only when the refresh period is set to 0. FOCUS, ILLUM, HOST, COM, I/O, GRAY IMAGE
DATA, and GRAY IMAGE DATA AUX.
Performance indicator
POSTNET
A bar code decoder function that counts the number of
For details, see Symbologies
decodes during a trigger period. When the period = 0, the
performance indicator provides the number of decodes (up Protocol
to 100 attempts). Use the performance indicator to provide A formal set of conventions governing the formatting and
a general indication of bar code symbol quality or verify relative timing of message exchange between two
proper setup of the scanner. communicating systems.
Performance indicator limit Pulses Per Inch (PPI)
A set point that will produce a discrete output if the Defines the number of pulses per inch of transport travel as
performance indicator falls below the set point value. provided by the tachometer.

Pen Scanner Pulse Width

A pen-like device either connected by wire to a device, or A change from the leading edge of a bar or space to the
self-contained, used to read bar codes. Requires direct trailing edge of a bar or space over time. Pulse width is also
contact with the symbol. referred to as a transition.

Peripheral Device Quad Relay Box

An internal or external device, such as a printer, a disk Optional Accu-Sort hardware device used to control up to
drive, or a keyboard, connected to a computer. four parallel I/O from the camera’s SMIO I/O Port.

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This is the time (in seconds) after the relay is energized that
Queue it should be turned off.
A buffer used to hold data in order until it is used or
transmitted.

Quiet Zone Relay Output Delay

Required distance before the first bar and after the last bar The time lapse between an event and the energizing of the
of the code that must be free of marks or printing. relay.

Radio Frequency Request To Send (RTS)

Non-optical automatic identification devices that use radio An RS232 modem interface signal which indicates that the
waves to transmit data. DTE has data to transmit.

Raster Resolution
The process of projecting the laser beam at varied angles The narrowest element dimension which can be
spaced evenly from each other. Typically, the mirror wheel distinguished by a particular reading device or printed with
surfaces are angled to create multiple scan lines instead of a a particular device or method.
single beam.
Response Time
Raster Mirror Wheel The elapsed time between the generation of the last
The standard mirror wheel forms the laser line that is character of a message at a terminal and the receipt of the
projected from the scanner. Although the mirror wheel first character of the reply. It includes terminal delay and
projects 8 separate lines (for an 8-sided mirror wheel), the network delay.
speed of the sweep makes it appear that it is actually one
line. This type of mirror wheel is adequate for a ladder Retroreflective Pair
orientation because the laser line will pass from the bottom An emitter bounces a light beam off the reflector and
to the top of the code. For a picket fence orientation the detects when the beam is broken. Often referred to as a
standard mirror wheel is not always adequate. One problem photoeye or PE. Typically used as a TRIGGER.
facing the picket fence orientation is that the same portion
of the code is being repeatedly scanned. If the printing RS-644
quality at this point is not good the label may not be Parallel Interface used with Gray Image Data and Gray
scanned even though other parts of the label are good. Image Data Aux Ports of an AccuVision cameras
Another problem for a picket fence orientation is the
placement of the label. If the placement is off enough a ROM
single scan line will not read all the bar codes presented to The acronym for read-only memory. The computer
the scanner. contains programs essential to its operation in ROM. A
ROM chip retains its contents even after you turn off your
Read-only computer.
A read-only file is one that you are prohibited from editing
or deleting. A file can have read-only status if: RPM
• Its read-only attribute is enabled. The abbreviation for revolutions per minute.
• It resides on a physically write-protected diskette.
RS-232
• It is located on a network in a directory to which the
Interface between data terminal equipment and data com-
system administrator has assigned read-only rights to
munication equipment employing serial binary data
you.
interchange.
Read Zone
Area in front of the scanner’s window in which the bar RS422
code should appear for scanning. This zone consists of the The Electronic Industries Association standard that
scan window and the raster width (if used). specifies the electrical characteristics of balanced voltage
digital interface circuits.
Reflectance
The amount of light returned from an illuminated surface. RS485
The Electronic Industries Association standard that
Relative Camera Angle specifies the electrical characters of generators and
The mounting angle of the camera as it relates to the receivers for use in balanced digital multipoint systems.
conveyor surface and direction of travel.
Scan
Relay A single pass of the laser beam over the code or a portion
Relays are simply electrical switches that are typically used of the code. The search for a bar code symbol that is to be
to control external diverts, alarms, etc. Relay types optically recognized.
available are FORM A and FORM C. FORM C type relays
have both normally open and normally closed contacts Scan Area
available while FORM A type relays have only normally The area intended to contain a symbol.
open contacts available. Or
The location of the conveyor being scanned by the camera
Relay Output Duration for codes or image data.

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Scan Line
The line in the object plane that is currently being imaged
by the camera. (See also DPI, Dots Per Inch.)

Scan Line Clock (SLC) When data is transmitted serially from a communications
Identifies the signal that causes the camera to finish port, the information is transferred between the two devices
collecting light for the current scan and to shift the one data bit at a time. The data flow can follow one of three
collected data out of the camera (and begin collecting light different communications modes: simplex, half duplex, or
for the next scan).The frequency of the scan line clock may full duplex. Each character of data within the data flow is
vary with object height and/or speed. transported in a binary bit frame called the asynchronous
data frame.
SLC (lines/sec. or hertz) = LPI * transport_speed
(inches/sec.) The start bit begins each frame. A low voltage signal on the
data communications line marks the beginning of the start
Scan=Window bit, at which point the receiving device begins looking for
The usable length of the scanning beam that may detect the binary zeros and ones (0’s and 1’s).The following five to
bar codes. The scan window is perpendicular to the depth eight data bits (the number depends on the format used)
of field. comprise the binary character. For error detection, an
optional parity bit can define whether the total number of
Scanner zeros or ones was even or odd. There are five different
An electronic device that optically converts printed parity selections as shown below:
information into electrical signals. These signals are sent to
the decoder logic. ODD
last data bit is a logical 0 if the total number of logical 1’s
Scanner Orientation
in the first seven data bits is odd.
Relationship of the scan head with reference to the bar
code’s location on products. The scan head must be set up
EVEN
to insure that all code bars and spaces are bisected at the
last data bit is a logical 0 if the total number of logical 1’s
same time. Typically, either side read or top read is used
in the first seven data bits is even.
for picket fence or ladder code orientations.
MARK
SCSI
last data bit is always a logical 1 (i.e.: high/mark).
The acronym for small computer system interface. An I/O
but interface with faster data transmission rates than
SPACE
standard ports. The user can connect up to seven devices to
last data bit is always a logical 0 (i.e.: low/space).
one SCSI interface.

Self Cart OFF (NONE)

This form of cart requires no input signal. The scanner is last data bit is not present.
continuously attempting to decode bar codes. When a
scanner is in self cart, there is no way of determining if The method used to catch errors by using parity bits is as
there is a package present or a NO-READ follows: When the transmitter frames a character, it tallies
the number of 0’s and 1’s within the frame and attaches a
Self-checking parity bit. (The parity bit varies according to whether the
A bar code or symbol using a checking algorithm which total is even or odd.) The receiving end then counts the 0’s
can be independently applied to each character to guard and 1’s and compares the total to the odd or even recorded
against undetected errors. by the parity bit. If a discrepancy is noticed by the
receiving end, it can flag the error and request a
Sensor retransmission of the data.
A device that detects or measures something and generates
a corresponding electrical signal to an input circuit of a A stop bit is used to signal the end of the character. (Stop
controller. bits are typically one or two bits in length. The slower the
transmission speed, the more stop bits required for
Serial Port recognition of the end of the data frame.)
An I/O port located on a scanner or camera used most often
to connect a host, decoder, modem or a mouse to device, In addition to the direction of data flow and the data
identifiable by its 9-pin connector. framing, there are other considerations to insure uniform
transmissions. Certain operating parameters must be
Serial Transmission followed to prevent the loss of valuable data.
The most common transmission mode; serial, information
bits are sent sequentially on a single data channel. The first consideration is the speed of transmission, known
as baud rate. Serial data transmission is measured in bits
Serial Asynchronous Transmission Of Data per second (BPS). The baud rate selections typically
The following are common communications interfaces: available are: 110, 300, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600 and 19200.
RS232, RS422, RS485, 20mA current loop and RS423. To enable two devices to interact, they must both be
transmitting/receiving data at the same baud rate. If it is not

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possible to do this, there must be a buffer (typically Shielding

additional storage memory) that accommodates the Protective covering that eliminates electromagnetic and
differences in communications speed. radio frequency interference.

Many serial communications links also use a flow control Side Read
system to handle data transmission in addition to memory The scanner is mounted to read the side of a box as it
buffers. passes by the head.

X-ON/X-OFF Protocol Signal

A common type of flow control is the X-ON/X-OFF An impulse or fluctuating electrical quantity (i.e.: a voltage
protocol. When a receive buffer nears its memory capacity, or current) the variations of which represent changes in
the receiving device sends an ASCII X-OFF signal to the information.
transmitting device, telling it to stop sending data. When
the memory buffer has enough space to handle more data, Skew
the X-ON signal is sent to the transmitting device, telling it Rotation about the Y-axis. Rotational deviation from
to start sending data again. correct horizontal and vertical orientation; may apply to
single character, line or entire encoded item.
ACK/NAK Protocol
Slider bar
Another common protocol is ACK/NAK protocol. When A graphical user interface that enables the user to select an
the device transmits a message to the host, the host
ascending/descending value for a definable parameter by
responds with either an ACK (06H) or a NAK (15H). If the
clicking on the slider bar and then sliding (via the mouse)
host transmits an ACK to the device, the device deletes its
until the desired value is shown. For example: Maximum
transmit message and the communication sequence is Package Length is selected using a slider bar on the Modify
complete. If the host transmits a NAK, the device will
Setup / Trigger Tab screen.
retransmit. The device resends data a maximum of three
times. Optionally this may be changed to 1, 2, 3, or infinite Smart I/O (SMIO)
retransmits by the user. If the device receives a fourth Also referred to as the SMIO, this term identifies both the
NAK, it will delete the data in its transmit buffer and main connector panel and internal board that acts as the
display “MAX REXMITS”. control center of the AccuVision camera system. All
A transmitting device ignores ACK and NAK characters physical interconnections between the camera, other
received during data transmission. If, for example, a device AccuVision modules, and the outside world occur through
receives a NAK during a data transmission, it will not the SMIO. The SMIO is a single-board computer that
resend the data at the completion of the transmission. provides real-time control of the illumination, package
detection, and package tracking, while monitoring the
The device also has a retransmit timer. This timer is operation of the system, controlling imaging, and handling
activated each time the device transmits data to the host. If all communications with the decoder, Accu-Setup user
the timer runs for two seconds (this is also changeable) and interface, and host computer.
the device does not receive an ACK or NAK from the host,
a timeout occurs and the device retransmits its data. Each SMIO Talk
time the device retransmits because of a timeout, it treats A WindowsNT® application that provides aTCP/IP
the timeout the same as receiving a NAK from the host communication interface from the camera’s SMIO to the
computer. If the device does not receive an ACK before the outside world. Enables multiple external processes to occur
end of the fourth timeout, it will delete the data in its simultaneously. AVCore, Accu-Setup, and AVCHI
transmit buffer and display “MAX REXMITS”. The device communicate with the camera through SMIO Talk.
deletes data in its transmit buffer and displays the error
message when any combination of four timeouts and NAKs Sodium Illumination
from the host occurs. High-power sodium lamp light source used by cameras to
illuminate the scanning area in applications with larger
When the device receives a message from the host, it DOF requirements and/or where faster conveyor speeds are
calculates the BCC for the message and compares the a consideration.
calculated BCC to the received BCC. If the two values
match, the device transmits an ACK, ending the Software Cart
communication. If the values do not match, the device A serial message from an external device that controls the
transmits a NAK to the host and waits for the host to cart cycle.
retransmit the message. The host, like the device, should
retransmit a maximum of three times. Space
The lighter elements of a bar code symbol formed by the
The sequence number starts at zero (30H) and is background between bars.
incremented each time a device transmits a new message.
When the sequence number reaches nine (39H), it wraps
around to one (31H). If the sequence number skips a
number, the receiving device knows that a message was
lost. If the same sequence number is received on two
sequential messages, the second message is responded to
with an ACK or NAK (as appropriate) and ignored.

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Specular Reflections code elements per character resulting in a more compact

A condition when the laser light is reflected back from the code. It features a unique start and stop character for
code’s surface at an angle equal, or nearly equal, to the bidirectional and variable length decoding, both bar and
angle of incidence of the laser light. This condition makes space character parity for character integrity, a check
it difficult for the scan head to detect the differences in character for symbol integrity, a function character for
light variation caused by the code’s bars and spaces. symbol linking, and spare function characters for unique
application definition and/or future expansion.
Spot
The undesirable presence of an area of low reflectance in a Data Matrix
space. start and stop characters 2D (two-dimensional) symbology. Two distinct characteris-
tics make it easy to identify: 1) a solid line along two
Stacked Codes adjacent sides, accompanied by 2) a pattern of alternating
16K and Code 49 are examples where a long symbol is squares on the opposite sides. In the most common version
broken into sections and "stacked" one upon another of the symbol (known as ECC200), the alternating square
similar to sentences in a paragraph. Extremely compact side 'corner' is always a space.
codes.
EAN
Start Bit European Article Numbering System used in retail industry
In asynchronous transmission, the first bit or element in (a superset of UPC) used on product packaging to uniquely
each character, normally a space, that prepares the identify a product and manufacturer.
receiving equipment for the reception and registration of
the character. Interleaved 2 of 5 (I 2of5)
A bar code with a numeric character set with different start
Start and End of Cart Photoeyes and stop characters. The name is derived from the method
The cart cycle begins when the start of cart photoeye is used to encode two characters. In the symbol, two
blocked and continues until the end of cart photoeye is characters are paired together using bars to represent the
unblocked. Relay decisions and data communication take first character and the spaces to represent the second. This
place after the end of cart photoeye is unbroken. interleaved structure allows information to be encoded in
both the bars and the spaces. A start character, bar and
Stop Bit space arrangement, at one end, and a different stop
The last bit in an asynchronous transmission, used to character bar and space arrangement at the other end,
indicate the end of a character, normally a mark condition, provide for bidirectional decoding of this symbol.
that serves to return the line to its idle or rest state.
MaxiCode
STX (Start of Text)
2D (two-dimensional) symbology developed by the United
A transmission control character that precedes a text and is
Parcel Service. Square data elements and a round bullseye
used to terminate a heading. (^B)
at the center of the symbol (known as the central finder
character). Maxicode has been released to the public
Symbol
domain for use by anyone.
A combination of characters including start/stop and
checksum characters, as required, that form a complete
PDF417
scannable bar code.
2D (two-dimensional) symbology developed by Symbol
Symbologies
Technologies. Appears like multiple linear codes stacked
Codabar one on top of the other. As a result of being based on linear
Self-checking, numeric bar code encoding numbers and bar codes, PDF417 is one of a few 2D symbologies that can
several characters (e.g.: $, -, +, ?) with a slightly higher be scanned by laser scanners.
density than Code 39. Includes two bar/space sizes.
PLANET
Code 39 Postal alpha numeric encoding technique is a tall bar/short
A bar code with a full alphanumeric character set, a unique bar symbology used by the United States Postal Service for
start and stop character, and three other characters. The special services such as CONFIRM and CIPS. PLANET
name is derived from its code structure, which is three wide digits consist of three tall and two short bars and is
elements out of a total of nine elements. The nine elements designed as a compliment of POSTNET.
consist of five bars and four spaces.
POSTNET
Code 93 Postal numeric encoding technique is a tall bar/short bar
Similar to Code 39 but requires two check characters. Code symbology used by the United States Postal Service to
93 was designed to provide a higher density symbology encode ZIP information on letter and flat mail. POSTNET
with higher security than Code 39. Although code 93 is a is also being used overseas: AccuVision can read both the
higher density, it is not self-checking and therefore requires Japanese and Australian versions. POSTNET digits consist
two checksums. of two tall and three short bars.

Code 128
A bar code symbology capable of encoding the full ASCII
128 character set. It encodes these characters using fewer

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QR Code
2D (two-dimensional) symbology. Easily recognized by
square data elements and it's three part finder pattern. Sets Thermal Printing
of square-in-a-square patterns are located in three corners Thermal printers use heated print heads and special heat
of this square symbol. activated paper. There are two types of thermal printers.
One uses a method similar to the dot matrix printer where
UPC an array of heated dots move along the paper and form the
Acronym for Universal Product Code. The standard bar character or bar code. The other method uses a heated bar
code type for retail packaging in the United States and and the paper moves across the bar. Another type of
Canada. thermal printer is called a Thermal Transfer printer. The
main difference between this type of printer and a thermal
Syntax printer is the use of heat sensitive ribbons as opposed to
The rules dictating how you must type a command or heat sensitive paper. This type of printing is permanent on
instruction so the computer will understand it. label stock.

System.ini file Thermal Transfer

When you start Windows, it consults the system.ini file to A printing system like thermal except a one-time ribbon is
determine a variety of options for the Windows operating used and common paper is used as a substrate. Eliminates
environment. Among other things, the system.ini file the problems of fading or changing color inherent in
records which video, mouse, and keyboard drivers are thermal printing.
installed for Windows. Running the Control Panel or
Windows Setup program may change options in the Tilt
system.ini file. Rotation around the Z axis. Used to describe the position of
the bar code with respect to the laser scan line.
Tach (Tachometer)
Hardware device used to provide conveyor speed Tracking
information to the scanner or camera in x pulses per inch. Process of keeping track of packages as they travel through
the scanning area. Tracking can be done based on the
Tag leading edge or trailing edge of packages. Belt speed (as
A collection of information associated with a single monitored via the TACH signal) and camera mounting also
variable or I/O point. figure into the tracking process. (See Modify Setup /
Tracking tab.)
Tap(s)
Taps (or “channels”) refer to the number of data paths out Trailer
of the linear CCD sensor. A linear CCD sensor consists of a A means of identifying the end of a message sent to the
line of light-sensitive areas. The charge collected in all host. One example is <ETX> or End of Text.
these areas is shifted to a parallel array of non-light
sensitive holding areas all at once. The charges are then Transmit Point
shifted along the second set of areas in a “bucket brigade” The time it takes to transmit the decoded results from the
fashion with the last area’s charge being shifted off the time the object is first sensed (by PE or light curtain) until
sensor entirely (for further processing). This holding area the completion of transmission to the host. Transmit point
does not have to all be shifted out of a single port – the is shorter (faster) for cameras because it is not required to
holding line may be broken into several sections, each with accommodate a scanning pattern length.
it’s own “exit” from the sensor. Each “exit” is called a
“tap” or “channel”. Generally, the more “taps” the more Trigger
quickly the image data may be shifted out of the sensor. (Also known as cart) A signal, typically provided by a
Current camera configurations offer either 2 or 4 taps. Tap photoeye or proximity switch, that informs the scan head of
Frequency (MHz) is the clock rate at which pixels are the presence of an object within its reading zone.
shifted out of the CCD sensor.
Trigger or Cart Cycle
The time during which the scanner is attempting to read the
TCP/IP
An industry standard suite of protocols providing bar code.
communications in a heterogeneous network environment.
Two-dimensional Symbologies
TCP/IP stands for Transport Control Protocol/Internet
More complex bar code capable of containing much larger
Protocol.
amounts of data in a smaller image size because of using
either a stacked or matrixed construction when compared to
Two-width symbology
A bar code symbology whose bar and spaces are the 1D codes. Example 2D codes: DataMatrix, MaxiCode,
characterized simply as wide or narrow. Codabar, Code 39, and PDF417.
and Interleaved 2 of 5 are examples of two-width
UCC (Uniform Code Council)
symbologies.
The organization which administers the UPC and other
Terminal Program retail standards.
Computer software that sends, receives, and displays serial
data. Undersquare

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Used to describe bar codes that are longer (from the first to bar and narrow space are equal and the wide bar and wide
last bar) than they are high (from the top to bottom of the space are equal then you calculate only one ratio.
bars).

UPC
Acronym for Universal Product Code. The standard Window
bar code type for retail food packaging in the United A display area that the users interacts with to operate
States. a tool.

UPS Window (Camera)

The abbreviation for uninterruptible power supply. A 1) The physical location on the camera where the CCD
battery-powered unit that automatically supplies power to sensor receives reflected light from the surface of products.
your computer in the event of an electrical failure. 2) The physical location on a camera or illumination
module from which the illumination exits the device. Often
Utility referred to as the exit window. 3) A software graphical user
A program used to manage system resources including interface that appears on a monitor with which the users
memory, disk drives, and printers. interacts (via keyboard and/or mouse) to operate various
user-definable functions. In both AVCore and Accu-Setup,
Vane Raster there are several tabs, buttons, and drop-down menus
Decreases the amount of scans possible due to a smaller available from the Main Window.
percentage of scans bisecting the code.
Word
Values File, VAL File A unit of data which contains two bytes (16 bits).
One of three files stored on the APC100 that can be
modified via Accu-Setup. Values that are changed using Write-protected
the series of Modify Setup tabs will only be saved when the Read-only files are said to be write-protected. You can
Save to Camera or Save to Disk functions write-protect a 3.5-inch diskette by sliding its write-protect
tab to the open position and a 5.25-inch diskette by placing
Verifier an adhesive label over its write-protect notch.
A device that makes measurements of the bars, spaces,
quiet zones and optical characteristics of a symbol to "X" Dimension
determine if the symbol meets the requirements of a The dimension of the narrowest bar and narrowest space in
specification or standard. a bar code.

Vibrating Vane XON

A variable raster that can have an unlimited number of A control character sent by the receiving device to signal
raster lines. It covers a larger area and is adjustable. the transmitting device to begin sending data.

Visible Laser Diode XOFF

A light source used in scanners to illuminate the bar code A control character sent by the receiving device to signal
symbol. Generates visible red light at wavelengths the transmitting device to stop sending data.
between 660 and 700 nM. Replaced Helium-Neon tubes in
most scanners because diodes are small and consume less
power.

Void
The undesirable presence of an area of high reflectance in a
bar.

Wand Scanner
A hand-held contact laser scanner that an operator guides
across the bar code.

Wedge
A device that plugs in between a keyboard and a terminal.
It allows data to be entered either by keyboard or by
various types of scanners.

Wide Bar (WB)/Wide Space (WS)

Widest code element, bar or space, in the bar code symbol.

Wide to Narrow Ratio

Dividing the size of the wide elements by the size of the
narrow elements of a bar code yields the bar and space
ratios. Bar and space ratios can differ. NOTE: If the narrow

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 Index
Index
EAN-8............................................................................. 3-4
Electrostatic Discharge ..................................................... vi
1 Controlling.................................................................... vi
1000018296 Mounting Hardware Kit............................2-10 Enclosure ................................................................. 1-4, 1-5
1000020522 55/70 Adapter Bracket ..............................2-10 Environmental Specifications .................................. 1-4, 1-5
ESD................................................................................... vi
Catastrophic Failures .................................................... vi
A Controlling.................................................................... vi
Upset Failures............................................................... vi
Abuse..................................................................................ii Ethernet communications.............................................. 4-19
Address Extended Service Plan ....................................................... ii
Internet ...........................................................................ii Extensions....................................................................... 3-4
Mailing...........................................................................ii Eye Hazards
ASCII Chart....................................................................A-2 Staring at the Laser Beam...............................................v
Use of Optical Instruments .............................................v
B
Bar Code F
Basics ..........................................................................3-3 FAX Numbers.................................................................... ii
Height..........................................................................3-3 FCC Compliance.................................................................v
Length .........................................................................3-3 Features
Sample ........................................................................3-3 Optional...................................................................... 1-3
Symbologies................................................................3-3 Standard...................................................................... 1-3
Types............................................................ 1-4, 1-5, 3-3
Width ..........................................................................3-3
Blue Ribbon Extended Service Plan...................................ii G
BRES..................................................................................ii
General Precautions ............................................................v
Go/NVC LED ........................................... 1-4, 1-5, 2-6, 2-8
C Grounding ...........................................................................v
Calling Customer Service..................................................iii
Cleaning the Mini-X........................................................5-3 I
Codabar ...........................................................................3-3
Code 128 .........................................................................3-3 Interleaved 2 of 5 ............................................................ 3-3
Code 39 ...........................................................................3-3 Internet Address................................................................. ii
Code 93 ...........................................................................3-3 Introduction......................................................................... i
Code of Federal Regulations .............................................. v
Communications.............................................. 1-4, 1-5, A-9
RS232 ........................................................................A-9
L
Serial ...........................................................................4-5 Label Locations................................................................ vii
Communications, optional Laser Beam
DeviceNet .................................................................4-19 Staring ............................................................................v
Ethernet.....................................................................4-19 Laser LED.......................................... 1-4, 1-5, 2-6, 2-7, 2-8
Profibus.....................................................................4-19 LEDs
Connections Go/NVC ............................................... 1-4, 1-5, 2-6, 2-8
wiring Quad Relay Box cable ...................................4-16 Laser .............................................. 1-4, 1-5, 2-6, 2-7, 2-8
Connections, wiring Locations ............................................................. 2-6, 2-7
trigger........................................................................4-12 Trigger ........................................... 1-4, 1-5, 2-6, 2-7, 2-8
Customer Service...............................................................iii
M
D Mailing Addresses ............................................................. ii
DeviceNet communications...........................................4-19 Manual Revisions ............................................................... i
Dimension Measurements Table ...................................2-13 Master/Slave Configuration ........................................... A-3
Dimensions With Reference to the Scan Line .................2-9 Message Formats ........................................................... A-4
Disclaimer ...........................................................................i Message Sequencing...................................................... A-5
Document Reproduction......................................................i Misuse................................................................................ ii
MOD 10.......................................................................... 3-4
MOD 43.......................................................................... 3-4
E Model 24
EAN-13 ...........................................................................3-4 Setting Up............................................................ 2-3, 4-5
Unpacking .................................................................. 2-3
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Modulus Checks ..............................................................3-4

Mounting
S
1000018296 Mounting Hardware Kit .......................2-10 Safety Recommendations and Precautions........................ iv
1000020522 55/70 Adapter Bracket..........................2-10 Scan Rate ................................................................. 1-4, 1-5
dimensions ................................................................2-13 Scanning Range ....................................................... 1-4, 1-5
Dimensions with Reference to the Scan Line..............2-9 Serial Communications................................................... 4-5
Orientations...............................................................2-11 Serial Number Breakdown................................................ iii
Photoeyes ..................................................................2-15 Serial Tag.......................................................................... iii
Side Read ..................................................................2-11 Service Plan ....................................................................... ii
Tachometer ...............................................................2-16 Setting Up ....................................................................... 2-3
Top Read...................................................................2-12 Side Read Orientation ................................................... 2-11
Size .......................................................................... 1-4, 1-5
Space Width.................................................................... 3-3
N Specifications........................................................... 1-4, 1-5
Neglect ...............................................................................ii Standard Features............................................................ 1-3
Note Boxes ........................................................................iv
T
O Tachometer
Operating Parameters .............................................. 1-4, 1-5 Mounting .................................................................. 2-16
Optional Features ............................................................1-3 TachTrac Option ........................................................... 2-16
Orientations Temperature Range.................................................. 1-4, 1-5
Side Read ..................................................................2-11 Top Read Orientation.................................................... 2-12
Top Read...................................................................2-12 Trigger input wiring...................................................... 4-12
Trigger LED....................................... 1-4, 1-5, 2-6, 2-7, 2-8
Troubleshooting
P Problem/Causes/Solution Table.................................. 5-8
Phone Numbers ..................................................................ii
Photoeyes U
Mounting...................................................................2-15
Physical Specifications............................................ 1-4, 1-5 Unpacking....................................................................... 2-3
Power UPCA.............................................................................. 3-4
Requirements ...................................................... 1-4, 1-5 UPCE .............................................................................. 3-4
Precautions ........................................................................iv
Problem/Causes/Solution Table.......................................5-8
Profibus communications ..............................................4-20
V
Visual Diagnostics ................................................... 1-4, 1-5
Q
Quiet Zone.......................................................................3-3
W
Warranty ............................................................................ ii
Weight...................................................................... 1-4, 1-5
R
Revision History..................................................................i

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Revision History
Document Revision ECN
Date Changes Made
Number Number
1.0 7026 01/25/02 Initial release
2.0 Xxxx 07/02 Added specs and read chart for Model 24 VV
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