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iiiThis product includes software developed by the University of California, Berkeley and its contributors.4. Neither the name of the University nor the names of its contributors may be used to endorse or promote products derived from this software without specific prior written permission.THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE REGENTS AND CONTRIBUTORS ``AS IS'' AND ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE REGENTS OR CONTRIBUTORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE) ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE.Motorola, Inc.One Motorola PlazaHoltsville, New York 11742-1300http://www.motorola.com/enterprisemobilityPatentsThis product is covered by one or more of the patents listed on the website: http://www.motorola.com/enterprisemobility/patents.WarrantyThe complete Motorola hardware product warranty statement is available at: http://www.motorola.com/enterprisemobility/warranty.Revision HistoryChanges to the original manual are listed below:Change Date Description-01 Rev A 3/2010 Initial release.

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Patents........................................................................................................................... iiiWarranty ........................................................................................................................ iiiRevision History............................................................................................................. iiiAbout This GuideIntroduction.................................................................................................................... xviiConfigurations................................................................................................................ xviiChapter Descriptions ..................................................................................................... xviiNotational Conventions.................................................................................................. xviiiRelated Documents ....................................................................................................... xixService Information........................................................................................................ xixChapter 1: Getting StartedIntroduction ................................................................................................................... 1-1Interfaces ...................................................................................................................... 1-2Unpacking the Digital Scanner and Cradle ................................................................... 1-2Parts ............................................................................................................................. 1-3Scanner ................................................................................................................... 1-3Cradle ..................................................................................................................... 1-4Digital Scanner Cradle .................................................................................................. 1-6Connecting the Cradle ............................................................................................ 1-6Supplying Power to the Cradle ............................................................................... 1-7Using the USB Interface to Supply Power ........................................................ 1-7Lost Connection to Host .......................................................................................... 1-7Mounting the Cradle ................................................................................................ 1-7Replacing the Digital Scanner Battery .......................................................................... 1-8Charging the Digital Scanner Battery ........................................................................... 1-9Charging LED ......................................................................................................... 1-9Shutting Off the Digital Scanner Battery ....................................................................... 1-9Reconditioning the Digital Scanner Battery .................................................................. 1-9Battery Reconditioning LED Definitions .................................................................. 1-10Inserting the Digital Scanner in the Cradle ................................................................... 1-10Table of Contents

Table of Contents viiConvert Case .......................................................................................................... 4-13Auto-reconnect Feature ................................................................................................ 4-14Reconnect Attempt Beep Feedback ....................................................................... 4-14Reconnect Attempt Interval ..................................................................................... 4-15Auto-reconnect in Bluetooth Keyboard Emulation (HID Slave) Mode ..................... 4-17Out of Range Indicator .................................................................................................. 4-17Digital Scanner(s) To Cradle Support ........................................................................... 4-18Modes of Operation ................................................................................................ 4-18Point-to-Point Communication .......................................................................... 4-18Multipoint-to-Point Communication ................................................................... 4-18Parameter Broadcast (Cradle Host Only) ............................................................... 4-19Pairing ..................................................................................................................... 4-19Pairing Modes ................................................................................................... 4-20Lock Override .................................................................................................... 4-20Pairing Methods ................................................................................................ 4-21Unpairing ........................................................................................................... 4-21Pairing Bar Code Format ........................................................................................ 4-22Pairing Bar Code Example ................................................................................ 4-22Connection Maintenance Interval ........................................................................... 4-23Considerations .................................................................................................. 4-23Bluetooth Security ......................................................................................................... 4-25Authentication ......................................................................................................... 4-25PIN Code ................................................................................................................ 4-26Variable PIN Code ............................................................................................ 4-26Encryption ............................................................................................................... 4-27Chapter 5: User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner OptionsIntroduction ................................................................................................................... 5-1Scanning Sequence Examples ..................................................................................... 5-2Errors While Scanning .................................................................................................. 5-2User Preferences/Miscellaneous Option Parameter Defaults ...................................... 5-2User Preferences .......................................................................................................... 5-4Default Parameters ................................................................................................. 5-4Parameter Bar Code Scanning ............................................................................... 5-5Beep After Good Decode ........................................................................................ 5-5Suppress Power Up Beeps ..................................................................................... 5-6Beeper Tone ........................................................................................................... 5-7Beeper Volume ....................................................................................................... 5-8Beeper Duration ...................................................................................................... 5-9Beep on Insertion .................................................................................................... 5-9Batch Mode ............................................................................................................. 5-10Modes of Operation .......................................................................................... 5-10Low Power Mode .................................................................................................... 5-12Time Delay to Reduced Power Mode ..................................................................... 5-13Timeout to Low Power Mode from Auto Aim .......................................................... 5-14Hand-Held Trigger Mode ........................................................................................ 5-15Picklist Mode ........................................................................................................... 5-16Mobile Phone/Display Mode ................................................................................... 5-17Continuous Bar Code Read .................................................................................... 5-18

viii Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideUnique Bar Code Reporting .................................................................................... 5-18Decode Session Timeout ........................................................................................ 5-19Timeout Between Decodes, Same Symbol ............................................................ 5-20Timeout Between Decodes, Different Symbols ...................................................... 5-20Fuzzy 1D Processing .............................................................................................. 5-21Hand-Held Decode Aiming Pattern ......................................................................... 5-22Decoding Illumination .............................................................................................. 5-23Multicode Mode ....................................................................................................... 5-23Multicode Expression .............................................................................................. 5-24Multicode Expression Syntax ............................................................................ 5-24Defining Multicode Expression Notes ............................................................... 5-25Multicode Mode Concatenation .............................................................................. 5-29Multicode Concatenation Symbology ...................................................................... 5-30Multicode Troubleshooting ...................................................................................... 5-31Troubleshooting Multicode Expression Programming ...................................... 5-31Troubleshooting Multicode Mode Scanning and Decoding ............................... 5-31Miscellaneous Scanner Parameters ............................................................................. 5-33Transmit Code ID Character ................................................................................... 5-33Prefix/Suffix Values ................................................................................................. 5-34Scan Data Transmission Format ............................................................................ 5-35FN1 Substitution Values ......................................................................................... 5-36Transmit “No Read” Message ................................................................................. 5-37Chapter 6: USB InterfaceIntroduction ................................................................................................................... 6-1Connecting a USB Interface ......................................................................................... 6-2USB Parameter Defaults .............................................................................................. 6-3USB Host Parameters .................................................................................................. 6-4USB Device Type .................................................................................................... 6-4USB Country Keyboard Types (Country Codes) .................................................... 6-5USB Keystroke Delay ............................................................................................. 6-7USB CAPS Lock Override ...................................................................................... 6-7USB Ignore Unknown Characters ........................................................................... 6-8Emulate Keypad ...................................................................................................... 6-8USB Keyboard FN 1 Substitution ............................................................................ 6-9Function Key Mapping ............................................................................................ 6-9Simulated Caps Lock .............................................................................................. 6-10Convert Case .......................................................................................................... 6-10Optional USB Parameters ............................................................................................ 6-11Ignore Beep ............................................................................................................ 6-11Ignore Bar Code Configuration ............................................................................... 6-11ASCII Character Set for USB ........................................................................................ 6-12Chapter 7: RS-232 InterfaceIntroduction ................................................................................................................... 7-1Connecting an RS-232 Interface .................................................................................. 7-2RS-232 Parameter Defaults .......................................................................................... 7-3RS-232 Host Parameters .............................................................................................. 7-4

Table of Contents ixRS-232 Host Types ................................................................................................. 7-6Baud Rate ............................................................................................................... 7-8Parity ....................................................................................................................... 7-9Stop Bit Select ........................................................................................................ 7-9Data Bits (ASCII Format) ........................................................................................ 7-10Check Receive Errors ............................................................................................. 7-11Hardware Handshaking .......................................................................................... 7-11Software Handshaking ............................................................................................ 7-13Host Serial Response Time-out .............................................................................. 7-15RTS Line State ........................................................................................................ 7-16Beep on <BEL> ....................................................................................................... 7-16Intercharacter Delay ................................................................................................ 7-17Nixdorf Beep/LED Options ...................................................................................... 7-18Ignore Unknown Characters ................................................................................... 7-18ASCII Character Set for RS-232 ................................................................................... 7-19Chapter 8: Keyboard Wedge InterfaceIntroduction ................................................................................................................... 8-1Connecting a Keyboard Wedge Interface ..................................................................... 8-2Keyboard Wedge Parameter Defaults .......................................................................... 8-3Keyboard Wedge Host Parameters .............................................................................. 8-4Keyboard Wedge Host Types ................................................................................. 8-4Keyboard Wedge Country Types (Country Codes) ................................................ 8-5Ignore Unknown Characters ................................................................................... 8-6Keystroke Delay ...................................................................................................... 8-7Intra-Keystroke Delay ............................................................................................. 8-7Alternate Numeric Keypad Emulation ..................................................................... 8-8Caps Lock On ......................................................................................................... 8-8Caps Lock Override ................................................................................................ 8-9Convert Wedge Data .............................................................................................. 8-9Function Key Mapping ............................................................................................ 8-10FN1 Substitution ..................................................................................................... 8-10Send Make and Break ............................................................................................ 8-11Keyboard Maps ............................................................................................................. 8-12ASCII Character Set for Keyboard Wedge ................................................................... 8-13Chapter 9: IBM InterfaceIntroduction ................................................................................................................... 9-1Connecting to an IBM 468X/469X Host ........................................................................ 9-2IBM Parameter Defaults ............................................................................................... 9-3IBM 468X/469X Host Parameters ................................................................................. 9-4Port Address ........................................................................................................... 9-4Convert Unknown to Code 39 ................................................................................. 9-5Optional IBM Parameters ............................................................................................. 9-5Ignore Beep ............................................................................................................ 9-5Ignore Bar Code Configuration 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x Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideChapter 10: Wand Emulation InterfaceIntroduction ................................................................................................................... 10-1Connecting Using Wand Emulation .............................................................................. 10-2Wand Emulation Parameter Defaults ........................................................................... 10-3Wand Emulation Host Parameters ............................................................................... 10-4Wand Emulation Host Types .................................................................................. 10-4Leading Margin (Quiet Zone) .................................................................................. 10-5Polarity .................................................................................................................... 10-6Ignore Unknown Characters ................................................................................... 10-6Convert All Bar Codes to Code 39 .......................................................................... 10-7Convert Code 39 to Full ASCII ............................................................................... 10-8Chapter 11: Scanner Emulation InterfaceConnecting Using Scanner Emulation .......................................................................... 11-2Scanner Emulation Parameter Defaults ....................................................................... 11-3Scanner Emulation Host ............................................................................................... 11-3Scanner Emulation Host Parameters ........................................................................... 11-4Beep Style ............................................................................................................... 11-4Parameter Pass-Through ........................................................................................ 11-5Convert Newer Code Types .................................................................................... 11-6Module Width .......................................................................................................... 11-6Convert All Bar Codes to Code 39 .......................................................................... 11-7Code 39 Full ASCII Conversion .............................................................................. 11-7Transmission Timeout ............................................................................................. 11-8Ignore Unknown Characters ................................................................................... 11-9Leading Margin ....................................................................................................... 11-9Check For Decode LED .......................................................................................... 11-10Chapter 12: 123Scan2Introduction ................................................................................................................... 12-1Communication with 123Scan2 .................................................................................... 12-1123Scan2 Requirements .............................................................................................. 12-1Chapter 13: OCR ProgrammingIntroduction ................................................................................................................... 13-1OCR Parameter Defaults .............................................................................................. 13-2OCR Programming Parameters .................................................................................... 13-3Enable/Disable OCR-A ........................................................................................... 13-3OCR-A Variant ........................................................................................................ 13-3Enable/Disable OCR-B ........................................................................................... 13-5OCR-B Variant ........................................................................................................ 13-6Enable/Disable MICR E13B .................................................................................... 13-9Enable/Disable US Currency Serial Number .......................................................... 13-10OCR Orientation ..................................................................................................... 13-10OCR Lines .............................................................................................................. 13-12OCR Minimum Characters ...................................................................................... 13-12OCR Maximum Characters ..................................................................................... 13-13

Table of Contents xiOCR Security Level ................................................................................................ 13-13OCR Subset ............................................................................................................ 13-14OCR Quiet Zone ..................................................................................................... 13-14OCR Bright Illumination .......................................................................................... 13-15OCR Template ........................................................................................................ 13-16Required Digit (9) ............................................................................................. 13-16Required Alpha (A) .......................................................................................... 13-16Optional Alphanumeric (1) ............................................................................... 13-17Optional Alpha (2) ............................................................................................ 13-17Alpha or Digit (3) .............................................................................................. 13-17Any Including Space & Reject (4) .................................................................... 13-18Any except Space & Reject (5) ........................................................................ 13-18Optional Digit (7) .............................................................................................. 13-18Digit or Fill (8) ................................................................................................... 13-19Alpha or Fill (F) ................................................................................................ 13-19Required Space ( ) ........................................................................................... 13-19Optional Small Special (.) ................................................................................ 13-20Other Template Operators ................................................................................ 13-20Repeat Previous (R) ......................................................................................... 13-24Template Examples .......................................................................................... 13-25OCR Check Digit Modulus ...................................................................................... 13-25OCR Check Digit Multiplier ..................................................................................... 13-26OCR Check Digit Validation .................................................................................... 13-27None ................................................................................................................. 13-27Product Add Left to Right .................................................................................. 13-27Product Add Right to Left .................................................................................. 13-28Digit Add Left to Right ....................................................................................... 13-28Digit Add Right to Left ....................................................................................... 13-29Product Add Right to Left Simple Remainder ................................................... 13-30Digit Add Right To Left Simple Remainder ....................................................... 13-31Health Industry - HIBCC43 ............................................................................... 13-31Chapter 14: SymbologiesIntroduction ................................................................................................................... 14-1Scanning Sequence Examples ..................................................................................... 14-1Errors While Scanning .................................................................................................. 14-2Symbology Parameter Defaults .................................................................................... 14-2UPC/EAN ...................................................................................................................... 14-7Enable/Disable UPC-A ............................................................................................ 14-7Enable/Disable UPC-E ............................................................................................ 14-7Enable/Disable UPC-E1 .......................................................................................... 14-8Enable/Disable EAN-8/JAN-8 ................................................................................. 14-8Enable/Disable EAN-13/JAN-13 ............................................................................. 14-9Enable/Disable Bookland EAN ............................................................................... 14-9Decode UPC/EAN/JAN Supplementals .................................................................. 14-10User-Programmable Supplementals ....................................................................... 14-13UPC/EAN/JAN Supplemental Redundancy ............................................................ 14-13UPC/EAN/JAN Supplemental AIM ID Format ......................................................... 14-14Transmit UPC-A Check Digit .................................................................................. 14-14

xii Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideTransmit UPC-E Check Digit .................................................................................. 14-15Transmit UPC-E1 Check Digit ................................................................................ 14-15UPC-A Preamble .................................................................................................... 14-16UPC-E Preamble .................................................................................................... 14-17UPC-E1 Preamble .................................................................................................. 14-18Convert UPC-E to UPC-A ....................................................................................... 14-19Convert UPC-E1 to UPC-A ..................................................................................... 14-19EAN-8/JAN-8 Extend .............................................................................................. 14-20Bookland ISBN Format ........................................................................................... 14-21UCC Coupon Extended Code ................................................................................. 14-22ISSN EAN ............................................................................................................... 14-22Code 128 ...................................................................................................................... 14-23Enable/Disable Code 128 ....................................................................................... 14-23Set Lengths for Code 128 ....................................................................................... 14-23Enable/Disable GS1-128 (formerly UCC/EAN-128) ................................................ 14-24Enable/Disable ISBT 128 ........................................................................................ 14-25ISBT Concatenation ................................................................................................ 14-26Check ISBT Table ................................................................................................... 14-27ISBT Concatenation Redundancy ........................................................................... 14-27Code 39 ........................................................................................................................ 14-28Enable/Disable Code 39 ......................................................................................... 14-28Enable/Disable Trioptic Code 39 ............................................................................ 14-28Convert Code 39 to Code 32 .................................................................................. 14-29Code 32 Prefix ........................................................................................................ 14-29Set Lengths for Code 39 ......................................................................................... 14-30Code 39 Check Digit Verification ............................................................................ 14-31Transmit Code 39 Check Digit ................................................................................ 14-31Code 39 Full ASCII Conversion .............................................................................. 14-32Code 39 Buffering - Scan & Store ........................................................................... 14-32Buffer Data ........................................................................................................ 14-33Clear Transmission Buffer ................................................................................ 14-33Transmit Buffer ................................................................................................. 14-34Overfilling Transmission Buffer ......................................................................... 14-34Attempt to Transmit an Empty Buffer ................................................................ 14-34Code 93 ........................................................................................................................ 14-35Enable/Disable Code 93 ......................................................................................... 14-35Set Lengths for Code 93 ......................................................................................... 14-35Code 11 ........................................................................................................................ 14-37Code 11 .................................................................................................................. 14-37Set Lengths for Code 11 ......................................................................................... 14-37Code 11 Check Digit Verification ............................................................................ 14-39Transmit Code 11 Check Digits .............................................................................. 14-40Interleaved 2 of 5 (ITF) ................................................................................................. 14-40Enable/Disable Interleaved 2 of 5 ........................................................................... 14-40Set Lengths for Interleaved 2 of 5 ........................................................................... 14-41I 2 of 5 Check Digit Verification ............................................................................... 14-43Transmit I 2 of 5 Check Digit ................................................................................... 14-43Convert I 2 of 5 to EAN-13 ...................................................................................... 14-44Discrete 2 of 5 (DTF) .................................................................................................... 14-44Enable/Disable Discrete 2 of 5 ................................................................................ 14-44

Table of Contents xiiiSet Lengths for Discrete 2 of 5 ............................................................................... 14-45Codabar (NW - 7) ......................................................................................................... 14-47Enable/Disable Codabar ......................................................................................... 14-47Set Lengths for Codabar ......................................................................................... 14-47CLSI Editing ............................................................................................................ 14-49NOTIS Editing ......................................................................................................... 14-49MSI ............................................................................................................................... 14-50Enable/Disable MSI ................................................................................................ 14-50Set Lengths for MSI ................................................................................................ 14-50MSI Check Digits .................................................................................................... 14-52Transmit MSI Check Digit(s) ................................................................................... 14-52MSI Check Digit Algorithm ...................................................................................... 14-53Chinese 2 of 5 ............................................................................................................... 14-53Enable/Disable Chinese 2 of 5 ................................................................................ 14-53Matrix 2 of 5 .................................................................................................................. 14-54Enable/Disable Matrix 2 of 5 ................................................................................... 14-54Set Lengths for Matrix 2 of 5 ................................................................................... 14-55Matrix 2 of 5 Redundancy ....................................................................................... 14-56Matrix 2 of 5 Check Digit ......................................................................................... 14-56Transmit Matrix 2 of 5 Check Digit .......................................................................... 14-57Korean 3 of 5 ................................................................................................................ 14-57Enable/Disable Korean 3 of 5 ................................................................................. 14-57Inverse 1D .................................................................................................................... 14-58Postal Codes ................................................................................................................ 14-59US Postnet .............................................................................................................. 14-59US Planet ................................................................................................................ 14-59Transmit US Postal Check Digit .............................................................................. 14-60UK Postal ................................................................................................................ 14-60Transmit UK Postal Check Digit .............................................................................. 14-61Japan Postal ........................................................................................................... 14-61Australian Postal ..................................................................................................... 14-62Netherlands KIX Code ........................................................................................... 14-62USPS 4CB/One Code/Intelligent Mail ..................................................................... 14-63UPU FICS Postal .................................................................................................... 14-63GS1 DataBar ................................................................................................................ 14-64GS1 DataBar-14 ..................................................................................................... 14-64GS1 DataBar Limited .............................................................................................. 14-64GS1 DataBar Expanded ......................................................................................... 14-65Convert GS1 DataBar to UPC/EAN ........................................................................ 14-65Composite ..................................................................................................................... 14-66Composite CC-C ..................................................................................................... 14-66Composite CC-A/B .................................................................................................. 14-66Composite TLC-39 .................................................................................................. 14-67UPC Composite Mode ............................................................................................ 14-67Composite Beep Mode ........................................................................................... 14-68GS1-128 Emulation Mode for UCC/EAN Composite Codes ................................... 14-682D Symbologies ............................................................................................................ 14-69Enable/Disable PDF417 .......................................................................................... 14-69Enable/Disable MicroPDF417 ................................................................................. 14-69Code 128 Emulation ............................................................................................... 14-70

xiv Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideData Matrix .............................................................................................................. 14-71Data Matrix Inverse ................................................................................................. 14-71Maxicode ................................................................................................................. 14-72QR Code ................................................................................................................. 14-72QR Inverse .............................................................................................................. 14-73MicroQR .................................................................................................................. 14-73Aztec ....................................................................................................................... 14-74Aztec Inverse .......................................................................................................... 14-74Redundancy Level ........................................................................................................ 14-75Redundancy Level 1 ............................................................................................... 14-75Redundancy Level 2 ............................................................................................... 14-75Redundancy Level 3 ............................................................................................... 14-75Redundancy Level 4 ............................................................................................... 14-76Security Level ............................................................................................................... 14-77Intercharacter Gap Size .......................................................................................... 14-78Report Version .............................................................................................................. 14-78Macro PDF Features .................................................................................................... 14-79Flush Macro Buffer .................................................................................................. 14-79Abort Macro PDF Entry ........................................................................................... 14-79Chapter 15: Advanced Data FormattingIntroduction ................................................................................................................... 15-1Rules: Criteria Linked to Actions ................................................................................... 15-1Using ADF Bar Codes .................................................................................................. 15-2ADF Bar Code Menu Example ..................................................................................... 15-2Rule 1: The Code 128 Scanning Rule .................................................................... 15-3Rule 2: The UPC Scanning Rule ............................................................................ 15-3Alternate Rule Sets ................................................................................................. 15-3Rules Hierarchy (in Bar Codes) .............................................................................. 15-4Default Rules .......................................................................................................... 15-5ADF Bar Codes ............................................................................................................. 15-6Special Commands ....................................................................................................... 15-8Pause Duration ....................................................................................................... 15-8Begin New Rule ...................................................................................................... 15-8Save Rule ............................................................................................................... 15-8Erase ....................................................................................................................... 15-9Quit Entering Rules ................................................................................................. 15-9Disable Rule Set ..................................................................................................... 15-10Criteria .......................................................................................................................... 15-11Code Types ............................................................................................................. 15-11Code Lengths .......................................................................................................... 15-15Message Containing A Specific Data String ........................................................... 15-19Specific String at Start ...................................................................................... 15-19Specific String, Any Location ............................................................................ 15-20Any Message OK .............................................................................................. 15-20Numeric Keypad ............................................................................................... 15-21Rule Belongs To Set ......................................................................................... 15-23Actions .......................................................................................................................... 15-24Send Data ............................................................................................................... 15-24

Table of Contents xvSetup Field(s) .......................................................................................................... 15-27Move Cursor ..................................................................................................... 15-28Send Pause ...................................................................................................... 15-28Skip Ahead ........................................................................................................ 15-29Skip Back ......................................................................................................... 15-30Send Preset Value ............................................................................................ 15-32Modify Data ............................................................................................................. 15-32Remove All Spaces ........................................................................................... 15-32Crunch All Spaces ............................................................................................ 15-32Stop Space Removal ........................................................................................ 15-32Remove Leading Zeros ..................................................................................... 15-33Stop Zero Removal ........................................................................................... 15-33Pad Data with Spaces ............................................................................................. 15-34Pad Data with Zeros ............................................................................................... 15-38Beeps ...................................................................................................................... 15-43Send Keystroke (Control Characters and Keyboard Characters) ........................... 15-43Control Characters ............................................................................................ 15-43Keyboard Characters ........................................................................................ 15-48Send ALT Characters ....................................................................................... 15-61Send Keypad Characters .................................................................................. 15-67Send Function Key ............................................................................................ 15-72Send Right Control Key .......................................................................................... 15-79Send Graphic User Interface (GUI) Characters ...................................................... 15-80Turn On/Off Rule Sets ............................................................................................ 15-85Alphanumeric Keyboard ............................................................................................... 15-87Chapter 16: Driver’s License Set Up (DS6878-DL)Introduction ................................................................................................................... 16-1Driver’s License Parsing ............................................................................................... 16-2Parsing Driver’s License Data Fields (Embedded Driver's License Parsing) ............... 16-3Embedded Driver's License Parsing Criteria - Code Type ..................................... 16-3Driver’s License Parse Field Bar Codes ................................................................. 16-4AAMVA Parse Field Bar Codes .............................................................................. 16-7Parsing Rule Example .................................................................................................. 16-17Embedded Driver's License Parsing ADF Example ................................................ 16-21Field Update Procedure ................................................................................................ 16-23User Preferences .......................................................................................................... 16-24Set Default Parameter ............................................................................................ 16-24Send Keystroke (Control Characters and Keyboard Characters) ........................... 16-24Control Characters ............................................................................................ 16-24Keyboard Characters ........................................................................................ 16-29Appendix A: Standard Default ParametersAppendix B: Programming ReferenceSymbol Code Identifiers ................................................................................................ B-1AIM Code Identifiers ..................................................................................................... B-3

xvi Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideAppendix C: Sample Bar CodesCode 39 ........................................................................................................................ C-1UPC/EAN ...................................................................................................................... C-1UPC-A, 100% .......................................................................................................... C-1EAN-13, 100% ........................................................................................................ C-2Code 128 ...................................................................................................................... C-2Interleaved 2 of 5 .......................................................................................................... C-2GS1 DataBar ................................................................................................................ C-3GS1 DataBar-14 ..................................................................................................... C-4PDF417 ......................................................................................................................... C-4Data Matrix ................................................................................................................... C-4Maxicode ...................................................................................................................... C-5QR Code ....................................................................................................................... C-5US Postnet .................................................................................................................... C-5UK Postal ...................................................................................................................... C-5Appendix D: Numeric Bar CodesNumeric Bar Codes ...................................................................................................... D-2Cancel ........................................................................................................................... D-3Appendix E: Alphanumeric Bar CodesAlphanumeric Keyboard ............................................................................................... E-1Appendix F: ASCII Character SetsGlossaryIndexTell Us What You Think...

About This GuideIntroductionThe Symbol DS6878 Product Reference Guide provides general instructions for setting up, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting the Symbol DS6878 digital scanner and cradles.ConfigurationsThis guide includes the following configurations:•DS6878-SR20001WR - DS6878 digital scanner, standard range, cash register white•DS6878-SR20007WR - DS6878 digital scanner, standard range, twilight black•DS6878-HC2000BWR - DS6878 digital scanner, standard range, healthcare white•DS6878-DL20001WR - DS6878 digital scanner, standard range, DL parsing, cash register white•DS6878-DL20007WR - DS6878 digital scanner, standard range, DL parsing, twilight black•DS6878-HD20007WR - DS6878 digital scanner, high density, twilight blackChapter DescriptionsTopics covered in this guide are as follows:•Chapter 1, Getting Started provides a product overview, unpacking instructions, and cable connection information.•Chapter 2, Scanning describes parts of the digital scanner, beeper and LED definitions, and how to use the digital scanner.•Chapter 3, Maintenance, Troubleshooting & Technical Specifications provides information on how to care for the digital scanner and cradle, troubleshooting, and technical specifications.•Chapter 4, Radio Communications provides information about the modes of operation and features available for wireless communication. This chapter also includes programming bar codes to configure the digital scanner.

xviii Symbol DS6878 Product Reference Guide•Chapter 5, User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options provides programming bar codes for selecting user preference features for the digital scanner and commonly used bar codes to customize how the data is transmitted to the host device.•Chapter 6, USB Interface provides information for setting up the digital scanner and cradle for USB operation.•Chapter 7, RS-232 Interface provides information for setting up the digital scanner and cradle for RS-232 operation.•Chapter 8, Keyboard Wedge Interface provides information for setting up the digital scanner and cradle for Keyboard Wedge operation.•Chapter 9, IBM Interface provides all information for setting up the digital scanner and cradle with IBM 468X/469X POS systems.•Chapter 10, Wand Emulation Interface provides all information for setting up the digital scanner and cradle for Wand Emulation operation.•Chapter 11, Scanner Emulation Interface provides information for setting up the digital scanner and cradle for Scanner Emulation operation.•Chapter 12, 123Scan2 (PC based scanner configuration tool) enables rapid and easy customized setup of Symbol scanners by Motorola.•Chapter 13, OCR Programming describes how to set up the digital scanner for OCR programming. •Chapter 14, Symbologies describes all symbology features and provides the programming bar codes necessary for selecting these features for the digital scanner.•Chapter 15, Advanced Data Formatting (ADF) describes how to customize scanned data before transmitting to the host. This chapter also contains the bar codes for advanced data formatting.•Chapter 16, Driver’s License Set Up (DS6878-DL) describes how the DS6878-DL digital scanner can parse out information from the standard US driver’s licenses and certain other American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators (AAMVA) compliant ID cards. •Appendix A, Standard Default Parameters provides a table of all host devices and miscellaneous digital scanner defaults.•Appendix B, Programming Reference provides a table of AIM code identifiers, ASCII character conversions, and keyboard maps.•Appendix C, Sample Bar Codes includes sample bar codes.•Appendix D, Numeric Bar Codes includes the numeric bar codes to scan for parameters requiring specific numeric values.•Appendix E, Alphanumeric Bar Codes includes the bar codes representing the alphanumeric keyboard, used when setting ADF rules.•Appendix F, ASCII Character Sets provides ASCII character value tables.Notational ConventionsThe following conventions are used in this document:•Italics are used to highlight chapters and sections in this and related documents.•Bold text is used to highlight parameter names and options.

About This Guide xix•bullets (•) indicate:•Action items•Lists of alternatives•Lists of required steps that are not necessarily sequential•Sequential lists (e.g., those that describe step-by-step procedures) appear as numbered lists.•Throughout the programming bar code menus, asterisks (*) are used to denote default parameter settings.Related Documents•The Symbol DS6878 Quick Start Guide (p/n 72-131700-xx) provides general information to help the user get started with the digital scanner. It includes basic operation instructions and start up bar codes.•The STB4278/STB4208 Cradle Quick Reference Guide (p/n 72-71010-xx) provides information to help the user set up and use the charge only and host interface cradles. It includes set up and mounting instructions.The latest version of this guide and all guides, are available at: http://www.motorola.com/enterprisemobility/manualsService InformationIf you have a problem with your equipment, contact Motorola Enterprise Mobility Support for your region. Contact information is available at: http://www.motorola.com/enterprisemobility/supportWhen contacting Enterprise Mobility Support, please have the following information available:•Serial number of the unit•Model number or product name*Baud Rate 9600 Feature/Option* Indicates DefaultNOTE This symbol indicates something of special interest or importance to the reader. Failure to read the note will not result in physical harm to the reader, equipment or data.CAUTION This symbol indicates that if this information is ignored, the possibility of data or material damage may occur.WARNING!This symbol indicates that if this information is ignored the possibility that serious personal injury may occur.

xx Symbol DS6878 Product Reference Guide•Software type and version number.Motorola responds to calls by E-mail, telephone or fax within the time limits set forth in support agreements.If your problem cannot be solved by Motorola Enterprise Mobility Support, you may need to return your equipment for servicing and will be given specific directions. Motorola is not responsible for any damages incurred during shipment if the approved shipping container is not used. Shipping the units improperly can possibly void the warranty.If you purchased your Enterprise Mobility business product from a Motorola business partner, contact that business partner for support.

Chapter 1 Getting StartedIntroductionThe Symbol DS6878 combines superior 1D and 2D omnidirectional bar code scanning performance and advanced ergonomics in a light-weight design. The digital scanner ensures comfort and ease of use for extended periods of time.Figure 1-1 Symbol DS6878 Digital Scanner

1 - 2 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideInterfacesThe STB4278 model cradle (p/n: CR0078-SC) supports the following interfaces:•USB connection to a host. The cradle auto detects a USB host and defaults to the HID keyboard interface type. Select other USB interface types by scanning programming bar code menus.This interface supports the following international keyboards (for Windows® environment): North America, German, French, French Canadian, Spanish, Italian, Swedish, UK English, Portuguese-Brazilian, and Japanese.•Standard RS-232 connection to a host. Scan bar code menus to set up proper communication of the cradle with the host.•Keyboard Wedge connection to a host. The host interprets scanned data as keystrokes. This interface supports the following international keyboards (for Windows® environment): North America, German, French, French Canadian, Spanish, Italian, Swedish, UK English, Portuguese-Brazilian, and Japanese.•Connection to IBM® 468X/469X hosts. Scan bar code menus to set up communication of the cradle with the IBM terminal.•Wand Emulation connection to a host. The cradle is connected to a portable data terminal, a controller, or host which collects the data as wand data and decodes it.•Scanner Emulation connection to a host. The cradle is connected to a portable data terminal, a controller which collects the data and interprets it for the host.•Synapse capability which allows connection to a wide variety of host systems using a Synapse and Synapse adapter cable. The cradle auto detects the host.•Configuration via 123Scan2.Unpacking the Digital Scanner and CradleRemove the digital scanner and cradle from their respective packing and inspect for damage. If the digital scanner or cradle was damaged in transit, contact Motorola Enterprise Mobility Support. See page xix for contact information. KEEP THE PACKING. It is the approved shipping container and should be used if the equipment ever needs to be returned for servicing.

Getting Started 1 - 3PartsScanner Figure 1-2 Parts of the Digital ScannerBeeperLEDTriggerScanWindowBattery Door LatchMetal Charging Contacts

1 - 4 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideCradle Figure 1-3 Cradle Front ViewPairingBar CodeLatch LatchCharging/CommunicationsContactsCharging LEDConvertible Mount Hook

Getting Started 1 - 5Figure 1-4 Cradle Back ViewRubber Foot Rubber FootMounting HoleHost Cable GrooveRubber Foot Rubber FootPower PortHost PortPower Cable GrooveDesk/Wall Mount Converter KnobMounting HolePower Cable Hook Host Cable Hook

Getting Started 1 - 76. If applicable, thread the interface cable over the cable support hook and run the host and power cables into their respective cable grooves.7. Mount the cradle, as necessary. (For information on mounting the cradle, refer to the documentation included with the cradle.)Supplying Power to the CradleThe cradle receives power from one of two sources:•An external power supply.•When connected to the host through a host cable that supplies power.The cradle detects whether the host or the external supply is supplying power. It always draws power from the external supply when available, regardless of the presence of power from a host.Using the USB Interface to Supply PowerWhen the cradle is connected to the host via the USB interface, it can be powered by the USB port instead of an external power supply. Powering from a USB host limits charging. The digital scanner charges at a slower rate than when charging from an external power supply.Lost Connection to HostIf scanned data does not transmit to the cradle’s host, ensure that all cables are firmly inserted and the power supply is connected to an appropriate AC outlet. If scanned data still does not transmit to the host, reestablish a connection with the host:1. Disconnect the power supply from the cradle.2. Disconnect the host interface cable from the cradle.3. Wait three seconds.4. Reconnect the host interface cable to the cradle.5. Reconnect the power supply to the cradle, if required.6. Reestablish pairing with the cradle by scanning the pairing bar code.Mounting the CradleFor information on mounting the cradle, refer to the documentation included with the cradle.NOTE Disconnect the power supply before changing host cables, or the cradle may not recognize the new host.Different cables are required for different hosts. The connectors illustrated in each host chapter are examples only. The connectors may be different from those illustrated, but the steps to connect the cradle remain the same.NOTE The radio link functions normally when the cradle draws power from a USB host.NOTE The STB4278 does not always require a power supply whereas the STB4208 always requires a power supply.

1 - 8 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideReplacing the Digital Scanner BatteryThe battery is installed in the cordless digital scanner by the factory and resides in a chamber in the digital scanner handle. To replace the battery:1. Insert a Phillips screwdriver in the screw at the base of the digital scanner, then turn the screw counterclockwise to release the latch.2. Remove the latch.3. If a battery is already installed, turn the digital scanner upright to slide the battery out. Disconnect the battery connector clip.Figure 1-6 Inserting the Battery4. With the contacts on the connector clips facing in the same direction, attach the new battery’s connector clip to the connector clip in the base of the digital scanner.5. Slide the new battery into the battery well and ensure the battery leads are visible. The battery should sit securely in the well.6. Attach and close the latch.7. Insert a Phillips screwdriver in the screw at the base of the digital scanner, press down gently, and turn the screw clockwise to lock the latch in place.45 61 2 3BatteryConnector Clips

Getting Started 1 - 9Charging the Digital Scanner Battery Fully charge the digital scanner battery before using the digital scanner for the first time. To charge the digital scanner battery, place the digital scanner in the cradle, ensuring that the metal contacts on the bottom of the digital scanner touch the contacts on the cradle. The battery begins charging when the digital scanner LED indicator starts flashing green. A complete charge of a fully discharged battery can take up to three hours using external power and up to five hours using non-external cable power.Charging LEDWhen powered up, the cradle LED is always green. The digital scanner LED flashes a green during charging. See Table 2-2 on page 2-3 for all charging LED indications. Shutting Off the Digital Scanner BatteryTo shut off the NiMH battery for long term storage or shipping:1. Scan Battery Off bar code below.Battery Off2. To turn the battery back on, place the digital scanner in the cradle. Reconditioning the Digital Scanner BatteryTo maintain optimal performance of the digital scanner NiMH battery, perform a battery recondition approximately once a year.To begin the battery recondition cycle:1. Scan Battery Recondition below.Battery Recondition2. Place the digital scanner into the cradle.CAUTION To avoid a battery temperature fault, always charge the battery in the digital scanner within the recommended temperature of 32° to 104° F (0° to 40° C) nominal, 41° to 95° F (5° to 35° C) ideal.NOTE If the scanner is removed from the cradle during the battery reconditioning cycle, the scanner exits the battery reconditioning mode of operation and returns to the normal mode of battery charging (see Charging the Digital Scanner Battery on page 1-9). To restart the battery reconditioning cycle, re-scan the Battery Recondition parameter and place the scanner in the cradle.

1 - 10 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference Guide3. The digital scanner must perform two charge cycles to complete the battery reconditioning process (discharge/charge/discharge/charge). See Table 1-1.Battery Reconditioning LED DefinitionsInserting the Digital Scanner in the Cradle Insert the digital scanner in the cradle so that the metal contacts on the bottom of the digital scanner handle touch the contacts on the cradle. Push the handle lightly to ensure a proper connection, engaging the contacts in the cradle and digital scanner. Ensure the desk/wall mount converter knob on the back of the cradle is in the correct position for the horizontal or vertical mounting.Horizontal Cradle MountWhen mounting the cradle horizontally, where no fastening is necessary:1. Ensure the rubber feet are attached to the cradle. These feet provide traction and prevent surface damage.2. Ensure the desk/wall mount converter knob is in the position shown in Figure 1-7.Figure 1-7 Horizontal Mount - Inserting the Digital Scanner in the CradleVertical Cradle MountWhen mounting the cradle vertically:1. Ensure the rubber feet are attached to the cradle. These feet provide traction and prevent surface damage.Table 1-1 Battery Reconditioning LED DefinitionsBattery Reconditioning Mode LED Comments Discharging Red Flash Time to discharge is approximately 2.5 hours.Charging Green Flash Time to charge is approximately 2.5 hours with an external power supply.Reconditioning Complete Green - Solid (always on) The digital scanner enters a trickle charge until the digital scanner is removed from the cradle.Desk/Wall MountConverter Knob

1 - 12 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideAccessoriesThe digital scanner and cradle accessories that are available separately include:•Power supplies for applications that do not supply power over the host cable. See each host interface chapter for set up information.•Wall-mount bracket for mounting the cradle vertically. Refer to the STB4278/STB4208 Cradle Quick Reference Guide (p/n 72-71010-xx) for a wall mounting template and installation instructions.•Lanyard for wearing the digital scanner on a wrist.LanyardThe lanyard attaches to the inside of the digital scanner battery door latch.Figure 1-9 Attached LanyardTo attach the lanyard:1. Open the battery door latch as described in Replacing the Digital Scanner Battery on page 1-8. Do not remove the battery.

Getting Started 1 - 132. Hook the loop of the lanyard around the screw container inside the battery door latch, between the loop guides.Figure 1-10 Attaching Lanyard3. Close the battery door latch.4. Tighten the screw.Battery DoorLatchLoop GuidesScrew Container

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Chapter 2 ScanningIntroductionThis chapter provides beeper and LED definitions, scanning techniques, general instructions and tips about scanning, and decode ranges.Beeper DefinitionsThe digital scanner issues different beep sequences and patterns to indicate status. Table 2-1 defines beep sequences that occur during both normal scanning and while programming the digital scanner. (For additional beeper definitions, see Wireless Beeper Definitions on page 4-3.Table 2-1 Standard Beeper DefinitionsBeeper Sequence IndicationStandard UseLow/medium/high beeps Power up.High beep A bar code symbol was decoded (if decode beeper is enabled).Four long low beeps 1. A transmission error was detected in a scanned symbol. The data is ignored. This occurs if a unit is not properly configured. Check option setting.2. When communicating with a cradle, the cradle acknowledges receipt of data. If the acknowledgment is not received, this transmission error beep sequence sounds. Data may still have been received by the host. Check the host system for receipt of transmitted data. If data was not received by the host, re-scan the bar code.Four short beeps Low battery warning.Five low long beeps Conversion or format error.

2 - 2 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideLow beep Digital scanner detects power when inserted into a cradle.Note: This feature is enabled by default and can be disabled (see Beep on Insertion on page 5-9).Low/high/low/high beeps Out of memory - unable to store a new bar code.Low/high/low beeps ADF transmit error.High/high/high/low beeps RS-232 receive error.Parameter Menu ScanningLong low/long high beeps Input error, incorrect bar code or Cancel scanned, wrong entry, incorrect bar code programming sequence; remain in program mode.High/low beeps Keyboard parameter selected. Enter value using bar code keypad.High/low/high/low beeps Successful program exit with change in the parameter setting.Long low/long high/long low/long high beeps Out of host parameter storage space. Scan Default Parameters on page 5-4.Image CaptureLow beep Snapshot mode started or completed.High/low beeps Snapshot mode timed out.Wireless OperationHigh/low/high/low beeps Pairing bar code scanned.Low/high beeps Bluetooth connection established.High/low beeps Bluetooth disconnection event.Note: When connected to a remote device using SPP or HID, if a disconnect beep sequence sounds immediately after a bar code is scanned, check the host device for receipt of transmitted data. It is possible that an attempt was made to transmit the last bar code scanned after the connection was lost.Long low/long high beeps Page timeout; remote device is out of range/not powered.Long low/long high/long low/long high beeps Connection attempt was rejected by remote device.Code 39 BufferingHigh/low beeps New Code 39 data was entered into the buffer.Three long high beeps Code 39 buffer is full.High/low/high beeps The Code 39 buffer was erased.Low/high/low beeps The Code 39 buffer was erased or there was an attempt to clear or transmit an empty buffer.Low/high beeps A successful transmission of buffered data.Table 2-1 Standard Beeper Definitions (Continued)Beeper Sequence Indication

Scanning 2 - 3LED DefinitionsIn addition to beeper sequences, the digital scanner communicates with the user using a two-color LED display. Table 2-2 defines LED colors that display during scanning.Host SpecificUSB onlyFour high beeps Digital scanner has not completed initialization. Wait several seconds and scan again.Digital scanner gives a power-up beep after scanning a USB Device Type. Communication with the bus must be established before the digital scanner can operate at the highest power level.This power-up beep occurs more than once. The USB bus may put the digital scanner in a state where power to the digital scanner is cycled on and off more than once. This is normal and usually happens when the host PC cold boots.RS-232 onlyHigh beep A <BEL> character is received and Beep on <BEL> is enabled (Point-to-Point mode only).Table 2-1 Standard Beeper Definitions (Continued)Beeper Sequence IndicationTable 2-2 Standard Scanner LED DefinitionsLED IndicationScanning Green Flash A bar code was successfully decoded.Red Transmission error or digital scanner malfunction.Charging Green - Slow Continuous Flash1Non-critical battery temperature fault. Battery is above or below normal operating temperature.If this occurs, do not use the digital scanner and move the digital scanner to a location within normal operating temperature. The digital scanner can remain in the cradle while the battery warms or cools to normal operating temperature. Note: For appropriate charging temperatures, see Table 3-3 on page 3-8.Green - Fast Continuous Flash2Digital scanner is charging.1 A slow continuous flash is estimated at 1 flash per second.2 A fast continuous flash is estimated at 2 flashes per second.

2 - 4 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideGreen - Solid Digital scanner is fully charged.Red Battery may require pre-charge.Amber - Continuous Flash Critical battery temperature fault. Battery is above or below normal operating temperature.If this occurs, do not use the digital scanner and move the digital scanner to a location within normal operating temperature. The digital scanner can remain in the cradle while the battery warms or cools to normal operating temperature.Note: For appropriate charging temperatures, see Table 3-3 on page 3-8.Table 2-3 Standard Cradle LED DefinitionsLED IndicationGreen Cradle is powered.Green Flash Cradle is externally powered with a USB host interface that suspended the cradle. The cradle is no longer connected to the digital scanner but it will charge the digital scanner. Scan the pairing bar code to pair the scanner and cradle (see Pairing on page 4-19). Red Flash Transmission error. 1 A slow continuous flash is estimated at 1 flash per second.2 A fast continuous flash is estimated at 2 flashes per second.Table 2-2 Standard Scanner LED Definitions (Continued)LED Indication1 A slow continuous flash is estimated at 1 flash per second.2 A fast continuous flash is estimated at 2 flashes per second.

Scanning 2 - 5Scanning To program the digital scanner, see the appropriate host chapter, Chapter 4, Radio Communications and Chapter 14, Symbologies. (In addition to the parameters included in the chapters mentioned, user preference and miscellaneous digital scanner option parameters are also available in this guide.)To scan:1. Ensure all connections are secure (see appropriate host chapter).2. Aim the digital scanner at the bar code.3. Press the trigger.Figure 2-1 Scanning 4. Upon successful decode, the digital scanner beeps and the LED turns green. (For more information about beeper and LED definitions, see Table 2-1 and Table 2-2.)AimingWhen scanning, the digital scanner projects a red laser aiming pattern which allows positioning the bar code within its field of view. See Decode Ranges on page 2-7 for the proper distance to achieve between the digital scanner and a bar code.Figure 2-2 Imager Aiming PatternIf necessary, the digital scanner turns on its red LEDs to illuminate the target bar code.

2 - 6 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideTo scan a bar code, center the symbol in any orientation within the aiming pattern. Be sure the entire symbol is within the rectangular area formed by the cross pattern.Figure 2-3 Scanning Orientation with Imager Aiming PatternThe digital scanner can also read a bar code presented within the aiming pattern but not centered. The top examples in Figure 2-4 show acceptable aiming options, while the bottom examples can not be decoded.Figure 2-4 Acceptable and Incorrect AimingSymbolAiming Pattern1D bar code 2D bar code012345012345012345012345

Scanning 2 - 7Decode Ranges Figure 2-5 DS6878-SR / DS6878-HC / DS6878-DL Decode RangesFigure 2-6 DS6878-HD Decode RangesSymbol Density Bar Code TypeTypical Working Ranges Near Far5 mil Code 39 0.7 6.613 mil 100% UPC 1.2 14.25 mil PDF 2.0 4.56.6 mil PDF 1.2 6.010 mil Data Matrix 1.1 ??? 7.2 ???Symbol Density Bar Code TypeTypical Working Ranges Near Far3 mil Code 39 0.6 3.45 mil Code 39 FOV 4.913 mil 100% UPC 1.2 6.84 mil PDF 0.9 2.85 mil Data Matrix 0.9 ??? 3.5 ???10 mil Data Matrix 0.5 ??? 3.7 ???

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Chapter 3 Maintenance, Troubleshooting & Technical SpecificationsIntroductionThis chapter provides suggested digital scanner and cradle maintenance, troubleshooting, technical specifications, and signal descriptions (pinouts).MaintenanceDigital ScannerCleaning the exit window is required. A dirty window may affect scanning accuracy.•Do not allow any abrasive material to touch the window.•Remove any dirt particles with a damp cloth.•Wipe the window using a tissue moistened with ammonia/water.•Do not spray water or other cleaning liquids directly into the window.The DS6878 design allows safe cleansing of the product plastics with a variety of cleaning products and disinfectants. If required, wipe the digital scanner with the following list of approved cleansers:•Super Sani-Cloth® Wipes•Clorox® Bleach•Windex® Antimicrobial•Cavi-Wipes•Isopropyl 70-80%•Virex® 5 Wipes®•Ethanol 80%•Gentle dish soap and water

3 - 2 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideCradle•Do not pour, spray, or spill any liquid on the cradle. Wipe cradle using approved cleansers.Battery InformationRechargeable battery packs are designed and constructed to the highest standards within the industry. However, there are limitations to how long a battery can operate or be stored before needing replacement. Many factors affect the life of a battery pack such as heat, cold, customer usage profiles, age and severe drops. When batteries are stored over a year, battery cell manufacturers advise that some irreversible deterioration in overall battery quality may occur. To minimize this loss, they recommend storing batteries half charged in a dry, cool place between 41° F and 77° F (5° C and 25° C), the cooler the better, and removed from the equipment to prevent the loss of capacity. Batteries should be charged to half capacity at least once a year. If an electrolyte leakage is observed, avoid any contact with the affected area and properly dispose of the battery. Replace the battery when a significant loss of run time is detected. Batteries must be charged within the 32° F to 104° F (0° C to 40°C) temperature range.The standard warranty period for all Symbol batteries is 30 days, regardless if the battery was purchased separately or included as part of the mobile computer. For more information on Symbol batteries, please visit:http://support.symbol.com/support/product/manuals.doTroubleshootingCAUTION Avoid using cleansers directly on the digital scanner battery door, contacts and cradle contacts. Use a cotton swab moistened with alcohol to gently clean contacts. Table 3-1 TroubleshootingProblem Possible Causes Possible SolutionsBatteryDigital Scanner battery requires frequent charging. Battery may need reconditioning. Restore the battery by performing a battery reconditioning cycle. See Reconditioning the Digital Scanner Battery on page 1-9 for more information.Digital Scanner displays solid red LED longer than 3 seconds when placed in cradle. Battery may require pre-charge due to excessive discharge. Wait for the red LED to turn green indicating that the scanner has begun normal charging. Recommend allowing battery to fully recharge.

Maintenance, Troubleshooting & Technical Specifications 3 - 3Beeper IndicationsDigital Scanner emits low/high/low beeps. ADF transmit error. See Chapter 15, Advanced Data Formatting for information about ADF programming.Invalid ADF rule is detected. See Chapter 15, Advanced Data Formatting for information about ADF programming.The Code 39 buffer was erased or there was an attempt to clear or transmit an empty buffer.Normal when scanning the Code 39 Buffering Clear Buffer bar code or upon attempt to transmit an empty Code 39 buffer.Digital Scanner emits a low/high/low/high beep sequence while it is being programmed.Out of ADF parameter storage space. Erase all rules and re-program with shorter rules.Digital Scanner emits long low/long high beeps. Input error, incorrect bar code or Cancel bar code was scanned. Scan the correct numeric bar codes within range for the parameter programmed.Page timeout; remote device is out of range/not powered. Move the digital scanner back into range of the remote device; try to re-connect; check remote device configuration.Digital Scanner emits long low/long high/long low/long high beeps. Out of host parameter storage space. Scan Default Parameters on page 5-4.Out of memory for ADF rules. Reduce the number of ADF rules or the number of steps in the ADF rules.Connection attempt was rejected by remote device. Free up remote device resources.Digital Scanner emits high/high/high/low beeps. RS-232 receive error. Normal during host reset. Otherwise, set the digital scanner's RS-232 parity to match the host setting.Table 3-1 Troubleshooting (Continued)Problem Possible Causes Possible Solutions

3 - 4 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideDigital Scanner emits high/low beeps. The digital scanner is buffering Code 39 data.OrKeyboard parameter selected. Normal.OrEnter value using bar code keypad.Bluetooth disconnection event. Move the digital scanner back into range of the remote device.In Master (SPP) mode, re-pair the digital scanner and cradle by scanning the PAIR bar code on the cradle; check cradle power.In Slave (SPP/HID) mode, reestablish connection between the digital scanner and remote device from the remote device side.Digital Scanner emits three long high beeps. Code 39 buffer is full. Scan the Code 39 bar code without a leading space or scan Do Not Buffer Code 39 on Code 39 Buffering - Scan & Store on page 14-32 to transmit stored Code 29 data.Digital Scanner emits four high beeps on trigger release. Low battery. Place digital scanner in cradle to charge the battery.Digital Scanner emits four long low beeps. A transmission error was detected in a scanned symbol. The data is ignored. This occurs if a unit is not properly configured. Check option setting.The digital scanner is either:- Out of range- Not paired to the cradle- Not connected to a remote Bluetooth device.Move the digital scanner back into range of the remote device.OrScan the PAIR bar code on the cradle.Acknowledgment that transmitted data was not received by the cradle.Data may have been received by the host. Check the host system for receipt of transmitted data. If data was not received by the host, re-scan the bar code.Digital Scanner emits five low long beeps. Conversion or format error. Check ADF rules for the host.Decoding Bar CodesDigital Scanner emits the laser, but does not decode the bar code. Digital Scanner is not programmed for the correct bar code type.Program the digital scanner to read that type of bar code. See Chapter 14, Symbologies.Bar code symbol is unreadable. Scan test symbols of the same bar code type to determine if the bar code is defaced.Table 3-1 Troubleshooting (Continued)Problem Possible Causes Possible Solutions

Maintenance, Troubleshooting & Technical Specifications 3 - 5Distance between digital scanner and bar code is incorrect. Move the digital scanner closer to or further from the bar code. See Decode Ranges on page 2-7.The scan line is not crossing every bar and space of the symbol.Move the symbol until the scan line is within the acceptable aiming pattern. See Figure 2-1 on page 2-5.Digital Scanner decodes bar code, but does not transmit the data to the host.Digital Scanner is not programmed for the correct host type.Scan the appropriate host type programming bar code. See the chapter corresponding to the host type.Interface cable is loose. Ensure all cable connections are secure.Cradle is not programmed for the correct host interface. Check digital scanner host parameters or edit options.Digital Scanner not paired to host-connected interface. Pair the digital scanner to the cradle by scanning the PAIR bar code on the cradle.Cradle has lost connection to host. In this exact order: disconnect power supply; disconnect host cable; wait three seconds; reconnect host cable; reconnect power supply; reestablish pairing.Digital Scanner emits five long low beep after a bar code is decoded. Conversion or format error was detected.The digital scanner’s conversion parameters are not properly configured.Ensure the digital scanner’s conversion parameters are properly configured.Conversion or format error was detected.An ADF rule was set up with characters that can't be sent for the host selected.Change the ADF rule, or change to a host that can support the ADF rule.Conversion or format error was detected.A bar code was scanned with characters that can't be sent for that host.Change the bar code, or change to a host that can support the bar code.Table 3-1 Troubleshooting (Continued)Problem Possible Causes Possible Solutions

3 - 6 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideHost DisplaysHost displays scanned data incorrectly. Digital Scanner is not programmed to work with the host.Ensure the proper host is selected.Scan the appropriate host type programming bar code.For RS-232, ensure the digital scanner’s communication parameters match the host’s settings.For a USB HID keyboard or Keyboard Wedge configuration, ensure the system is programmed for the correct keyboard type and language, and turn off the CAPS LOCK key.Ensure editing options (e.g., ADF, UPC-E to UPC-A Conversion) are properly programmed.Check the digital scanner’s host type parameters or editing options.TriggerNothing happens when the trigger is pulled. No power to the digital scanner. Check the system power. If the configuration requires a power supply, re-connect the power supply.Check the battery. Ensure that end cap to battery chamber is secured.Interface/power cables are loose. Check for loose cable connections and re-connect cables.Digital Scanner is disabled. For Synapse or IBM-468x mode, enable the digital scanner via the host interface.The laser aiming or illumination does not appear when the trigger is pulled.No power to the digital scanner. Check battery and charging contacts; ensure that end cap to battery chamber is secured; ensure all power and cable connections to cradle are secure. Interface/power cables are loose. Check battery and charging contacts; ensure power and cable connections to cradle are secure.Table 3-1 Troubleshooting (Continued)Problem Possible Causes Possible SolutionsNOTE If after performing these checks the symbol still does not scan, contact the distributor or contact Motorola Enterprise Mobility Support. See page xix for contact information.

Maintenance, Troubleshooting & Technical Specifications 3 - 7Technical SpecificationsTable 3-2 Technical Specifications - Symbol DS6878 Digital ScannerItem DescriptionPhysical CharacteristicsDimensions 7.3 in. H x 3.85 in. L x 2.7 in. W (18.5 cm H x 9.7 cm L x 6.9 cm W)Weight (with battery) Approximately 8.4 oz. (238 g)Color Cash Register White or Twilight BlackHC Configuration: Healthcare WhitePerformance CharacteristicsLight Source: Aiming Pattern: 650 nm laser diodeIllumination: 630 nm LEDFrame Rate Decode Mode: 60 fpsDocument Capture Mode: 10 fpsRadio Range Minimum 33 ft (10m) / Typical warehouse environment 50 ft. (15m) Battery Specifications 720maH NiMH - (3) AAAnumber of scans per full charge: typically 8,500 @ 1 scan/secondCharge Time:Fully discharged battery: < 3 hours via external power / approximately 5.5 hours via host power through cableRoll Tolerance ± 360°Pitch Tolerance ± 60° Yaw Tolerance ± 60°Nominal Working Distance (See Decode Ranges on page 2-7)Decode Capability UPC/EAN and with supplementals, Code 39, Code 39 Full ASCII, Tri-optic Code 39, GS1 DataBar Variants, GS1-128, Code 128, Code 128 Full ASCII, Code 93, Codabar (NW1), Interleaved 2 of 5, Discrete 2 of 5 MSI, Codell, IATA, Bookland EAN, Code 32Interfaces Supported See Table 3-3.User EnvironmentOperating Temperature 32° to 122° F (0° to 50° C)Storage Temperature -40° to 158° F (-40° to 70° C)Charging Temperature 32° to 104° F (0° to 40° C) nominal, 41° to 95° F (5° to 35° C) idealHumidity 5% to 95%, non-condensingDrop Specifications Withstands multiple 6 ft./1.8 m drops to concrete at room temperature.Withstands multiple 5 ft./1.5m drops to concrete at 0° to 50° C.

3 - 8 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference Guide# of Cradle Insertions 250,000+ insertionsAmbient Light Immunity Incandescent - 150 ft. candles (1,600 Lux)Sunlight - 8,000 ft. candles (86,000 Lux)Flourescent - 150 ft. candles (1,600 Lux)Mercury Vapor - 150 ft. candles (1,600 Lux)Sodium Vapor - 150 ft. candles (1,600 Lux)Immune to normal or artificial lightRegulatoryElectrical Safety UL 60950-1, C22.2 No. 60950-1, EN 60950-1, IEC 60950-1Laser Safety EN 60825-1, IEC 60825-1, 21CFR1040.10EMI/RFI EN 301 489-1, EN 301 489-17, IEC 60601-1-2, EN 55022, FCC Part 15 Class B, ICES 003 Class B, EN 55024, EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3European Union EMC Directive, Australian SMAEnvironmental RoHS Directive 2002/95/EECRadio EN 300 328RF Exposure EN 50360, EN 50361, FCC Part 2, OET Bulletin 65, RSS102AccessoriesLanyard Lanyard attaches to the battery door.Table 3-3 Technical Specifications - STB4278/STB4208 CradleItem DescriptionPhysical CharacteristicsDimensions: 2.0 in. H x 8.35 in. L x 3.4 in. W (5 cm H x 21.1 cm L x 8.6 cm W)Weight Approximately 6.4 oz. (183 gm)Voltage & Current Charging Cradle:Voltage Current5 +/-10% VDC 700mA (External power)5 +/-10% VDC 475 mA (Host power through cable)12 +/-10% VDC 300 mA (External power)12 +/-10% VDC 220 mA (Host power through cable)Non-charging Cradle: 5V @ 70ma or 12 V @ 50 mAColor Cash Register White or Twilight Black HC Configuration: Healthcare WhitePower Requirements 4.75 - 14.0 VDC Table 3-2 Technical Specifications - Symbol DS6878 Digital Scanner (Continued)Item Description

Maintenance, Troubleshooting & Technical Specifications 3 - 9Performance CharacteristicsInterfaces Supported(CR0078-SC only)Features on-board Multiple Interface with: RS-232C (Standard, Nixdorf, ICL, & Fujitsu); IBM 468x/469x; Keyboard Wedge; USB (Standard, IBM SurePOS, Macintosh); Laser/Wand Emulation; 123Scan2; Remote Digital Scanner Management.In addition, Synapse Adaptive Connectivity allows for connectivity to all of the above plus many non-standard interfaces.User EnvironmentOperating Temperature 32° to 122° F (0° to 50° C) Storage Temperature -40° to 158° F (-40° to 70° C)Charging Temperature 32° to 104° F (0° to 40° C) nominal, 41° to 95° F (5° to 35° C) idealHumidity 5% to 95% (non-condensing)RegulatoryElectrical Safety UL 60950-1, C22.2 No. 60950-1, EN 60950-1, IEC 60950-1EMI/RFI EN 301 489-1, EN 301 489-17, IEC 60601-1-2, EN 55022, FCC Part 15 Class B, ICES 003 Class B, EN 55024, EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3European Union EMC Directive, Australian SMARadio EN 300 328Environmental RoHS Directive 2002/95/EECRF Exposure EN 50360, EN 50361, FCC Part 2, OET Bulletin 65, RSS102AccessoriesMounting Options Desktop, mount on a wall, computer work station or medical cart.Power Supplies Power supplies are available for applications that do not supply power over host cable.Table 3-3 Technical Specifications - STB4278/STB4208 Cradle (Continued)Item Description

3 - 10 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideCradle Signal DescriptionsThe signal descriptions in Table 3-4 apply to the connector on the digital scanner and are for reference only.Figure 3-1 illustrates the positions of the cradle pins. Figure 3-1 Cradle Pin Assignments The signal descriptions in Table 3-5 apply to the connector from the digital scanner to the digital scanner cradle and are for reference only.Table 3-4 Cradle Signal Pin-outs Pin IBM Synapse RS-232 Keyboard Wedge Wand USB1 Reserved SynClock Reserved Reserved Reserved Jump to Pin 62 Power Power Power Power Power Power3 Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground4 IBM_A(+) Reserved TxD KeyClock DBP Reserved5 Reserved Reserved RxD TermData CTS D +6 IBM_B(-) SynData RTS KeyData RTS Jump to Pin 17 Reserved Reserved CTS TermClock Reserved D -8 Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved9 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A10 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/ATable 3-5 Cradle Pin-outsPin Description1 CRADLE_TXD2VCC3GND4 CRADLE_RXDPin 1Pin 4 Pin 3 Pin 2

Chapter 4 Radio CommunicationsIntroductionThis chapter provides information about the modes of operation and features available for wireless communication between digital scanners, cradles and hosts. The chapter also includes the parameters necessary to configure the digital scanner.The digital scanner ships with the settings shown in the Radio Communication Default Table on page 4-2 (also see Appendix A, Standard Default Parameters for all host device and miscellaneous digital scanner defaults). If the default values suit requirements, programming is not necessary. To set feature values, scan a single bar code or a short bar code sequence. The settings are stored in non-volatile memory and are preserved even when the digital scanner is powered down.If not using a Synapse or USB cable with the cradle, select a host type (see each host chapter for specific host information) after the power-up beeps sound. This is only necessary upon the first power-up when connected to a new host.To return all features to default values, scan a default bar code in Default Parameters on page 5-4. Throughout the programming bar code menus, default values are indicated with asterisks (*).Scanning Sequence ExamplesIn most cases, scan one bar code to set a specific parameter value.Errors While ScanningUnless otherwise specified, to correct an error during a scanning sequence, just re-scan the correct parameter.*Disable Pair on Contacts Feature/Option* Indicates Default

4 - 2 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideRadio Communications Parameter DefaultsTable 4-1 lists the defaults for radio communication parameters. If you wish to change any option, scan the appropriate bar code(s) provided in the Radio Communications Parameters section beginning on page 4-4.NOTE See Appendix A, Standard Default Parameters for all user preferences, hosts, symbologies, and miscellaneous default parameters.Table 4-1 Radio Communication Default TableParameter Default Page NumberBluetooth Host (Host Type) Cradle Host4-4Discoverable Mode General4-7Country Keyboard Types (Country Code) North American4-8HID Keyboard Keystroke Delay No Delay (0 msec)4-10CAPS Lock Override Disable4-10Ignore Unknown Characters Enable4-11Emulate Keypad Disable4-11Keyboard FN1 Substitution Disable4-12Function Key Mapping Disable4-12Simulated Caps Lock Disable4-13Convert Case No Case Conversion4-13Beep on Reconnect Attempt Disable4-14Reconnect Attempt Interval 30 sec4-15Auto-reconnect in Bluetooth Keyboard Emulation (HID Slave) Mode On Bar Code Data4-17Modes of Operation(Point-to-Point/Multipoint-to-Point Point-to-Point4-18Parameter Broadcast (Cradle Host Only) Enable4-19Pairing Modes Unlocked4-20Pairing on Contacts Disable4-21Connection Maintenance Interval 15 min4-23Authentication Disable4-25Variable Pin Code Static4-26Encryption Disable4-27

Radio Communications 4 - 3Wireless Beeper DefinitionsWhen the digital scanner scans the pairing bar code it issues various beep sequences indicating successful or unsuccessful operations. Table 4-2 defines beep sequences that occur during pairing operations. (For additional beeper definitions, see Beeper Definitions on page 2-1.).Table 4-2 Wireless Beeper DefinitionsBeeper Sequence IndicationFour long low beeps 1. A transmission error was detected in a scanned symbol. The data is ignored. This occurs if a unit is not properly configured. Check option setting.2. When communicating with a cradle, the cradle acknowledges receipt of data. If the acknowledgment is not received, this transmission error beep sequence sounds. Data may still have been received by the host. Check the host system for receipt of transmitted data. If data was not received by the host, re-scan the bar code.Five high beeps Emitted every 5 seconds while a reconnection attempt is in progress. (See Auto-reconnect Feature on page 4-14.)High/low/high/low beeps Pairing bar code scanned.Low/high beeps Bluetooth connection established.High/low beeps Bluetooth disconnection event.Note: When connected to a remote device using SPP or HID, if a disconnect beep sequence sounds immediately after a bar code is scanned, check the host device for receipt of transmitted data. It is possible that an attempt was made to transmit the last bar code scanned after the connection was lost.Long low/long high beeps Page timeout; remote device is out of range/not powered. (See Auto-reconnect Feature on page 4-14.)Long low/long high/long low/ long high beeps Connection attempt was rejected by remote device.Note: In the case of Pairing Methods on page 4-21, the cradle may already be connected to another digital scanner in single Point-to-Point locked mode, or the piconet may be full in Multipoint-to-Point mode. If Pair On Contacts is enabled and the digital scanner that is inserted is already connected to the cradle, no beeping occurs.

Radio Communications 4 - 7Bluetooth Friendly NameYou can set a meaningful name for the digital scanner that appears in the application during device discovery. The default name is the digital scanner name followed by its serial number, e.g., DS6878 123456789ABCDEF. Scanning Set Defaults reverts the digital scanner to this name; use custom defaults to maintain the user-programmed name through a Set Defaults operation.To set a new Bluetooth Friendly Name, scan the following bar code, then scan up to 23 characters from Appendix E, Alphanumeric Bar Codes. If the name contains less than 23 characters, scan End of Message on page E-7 after entering the name.Discoverable ModeSelect a discoverable mode based on the device initiating discovery:•Select General Discoverable Mode when initiating connection from a PC.•Select Limited Discoverable Mode when initiating connection from a mobile device (e.g., Motorola Q), and the device does not appear in General Discoverable Mode. Note that it can take longer to discover the device in this mode.The device remains in Limited Discoverable Mode for 30 seconds, and green LEDs flash while in this mode. It is then non-discoverable. To re-active Limited Discoverable Mode, press the trigger.NOTE If your application allows you to set a device name, this takes precedence over the Bluetooth Friendly Name.Bluetooth Friendly Name*General Discoverable ModeLimited Discoverable Mode

Radio Communications 4 - 9HID Country Keyboard Types (Country Codes - continued)Swedish WindowsUK English WindowsJapanese WindowsFrench Canadian Windows 2000/XPPortuguese/Brazilian Windows

4 - 10 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideHID Keyboard Keystroke DelayThis parameter sets the delay, in milliseconds, between emulated keystrokes. Scan a bar code below to increase the delay when the HID host requires a slower transmission of data.HID CAPS Lock OverrideWhen enabled, the case of the data is preserved regardless of the state of the caps lock key. This setting is always enabled for the “Japanese, Windows (ASCII)” keyboard type and can not be disabled.*No Delay (0 msec)Medium Delay (20 msec)Long Delay (40 msec)*Do Not Override Caps Lock Key(Disable)Override Caps Lock Key(Enable)

Radio Communications 4 - 11HID Ignore Unknown CharactersUnknown characters are characters the host does not recognize. When Send Bar Codes With Unknown Characters is scanned, all bar code data is sent except for unknown characters, and no error beeps sound. When Do Not Send Bar Codes With Unknown Characters is scanned, bar codes containing at least one unknown character are not sent to the host, and an error beep sounds.Emulate KeypadWhen enabled, all characters are sent as ASCII sequences over the numeric keypad. For example, ASCII A is sent as "ALT make" 0 6 5 "ALT Break."*Send Bar Codes With Unknown Characters(Enable)Do Not Send Bar Codes With Unknown Characters(Disable)*Disable Keypad EmulationEnable Keypad Emulation

4 - 12 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideHID Keyboard FN1 SubstitutionWhen enabled, this parameter allows replacement of any FN1 character in an EAN128 bar code with a Key Category and value chosen by the user. See FN1 Substitution Values on page 5-36 to set the Key Category and Key Value.HID Function Key MappingASCII values under 32 are normally sent as control-key sequences. When this parameter is enabled, the keys in bold are sent in place of the standard key mapping (see Table 6-2 on page 6-120. Table entries that do not have a bold entry remain the same whether or not this parameter is enabled.*Disable Keyboard FN1 SubstitutionEnable Keyboard FN1 Substitution*Disable Function Key MappingEnable Function Key Mapping

Radio Communications 4 - 13Simulated Caps LockWhen enabled, the digital scanner inverts upper and lower case characters on the digital scanner bar code as if the Caps Lock state is enabled on the keyboard. This inversion is done regardless of the current state of the keyboard Caps Lock state.Convert CaseWhen enabled, the digital scanner converts all bar code data to the selected case.*Disable Simulated Caps LockEnable Simulated Caps Lock*No Case ConversionConvert All to Upper CaseConvert All to LowerCase

4 - 14 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideAuto-reconnect FeatureWhen in SPP Master or Cradle Host mode, the digital scanner automatically tries to reconnect to a remote device when a disconnection occurs that is due to the radio losing communication. This can happen if the digital scanner goes out of range with the remote device, or if the remote device powers down. The digital scanner tries to reconnect for the period of time specified by the Reconnect Attempt Interval setting. During that time the green LED continues to blink.If the auto-reconnect process fails due to page time-outs, the digital scanner sounds a page timeout beep (long low/long high) and enters low power mode. The auto-reconnect process can be re-started by pulling the digital scanner trigger.If the auto-reconnect process fails because the remote device rejects the connection attempt, the digital scanner sounds a connection reject beep sequence (see Wireless Beeper Definitions on page 4-3) and deletes the remote pairing address. If this happens, a pairing bar code must be scanned to attempt a new connection to the remote device.The digital scanner has memory available for storing a remote Bluetooth address for each Master mode (SPP, Cradle). When switching between these modes, the digital scanner automatically tries to reconnect to the last device it was connected to in that mode.Reconnect Attempt Beep FeedbackWhen a digital scanner disconnects as it goes out of range, it immediately attempts to reconnect. While the digital scanner attempts to reconnect, the green LED continues to blink. If the auto-reconnect process fails, the digital scanner emits a page timeout beep (long low/long high) and stops blinking the LED. The process can be restarted by pulling the trigger.The Beep on Reconnect Attempt feature is disabled by default. When enabled, the digital scanner emits 5 short high beeps every 5 seconds while the reconnection attempt is in progress.NOTE If a bar code is scanned while the auto-reconnect sequence is in process, a transmission error beep sequence sounds and the data is not transmitted to the host. After a connection is reestablished, normal scanning operation returns. For error beep sequence definitions, see Beeper Definitions on page 2-1.NOTE Switching between Bluetooth host types by scanning a host type bar code (page 4-4) causes the radio to be reset. Scanning is disabled during this time. It takes several seconds for the digital scanner to re-initialize the radio at which time scanning is enabled.

Radio Communications 4 - 15Scan a bar code below to enable or disable Beep on Reconnect Attempt.Reconnect Attempt IntervalWhen a digital scanner disconnects as it goes out of range, it immediately attempts to reconnect for the default time interval of 30 seconds. This time interval can be changed to one of the following options:•30 seconds•1 minute•5 minutes•30 minutes•1 hour•Indefinitely.To set the Reconnect Attempt Interval, scan one of the bar codes below*Disable Beep on Reconnect AttemptEnable Beep on Reconnect Attempt*Attempt to Reconnect for 30 SecondsAttempt to Reconnect for 1 MinuteAttempt to Reconnect for 5 Minutes

4 - 16 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideReconnect Attempt Interval (continued)Attempt to Reconnect for 30 MinutesAttempt to Reconnect for 1 HourAttempt to Reconnect Indefinitely

Radio Communications 4 - 17Auto-reconnect in Bluetooth Keyboard Emulation (HID Slave) ModeIn Bluetooth Keyboard Emulation (HID Slave) mode, select a re-connect option for when the digital scanner loses its connection with a remote device:•Auto-reconnect on Bar Code Data: The digital scanner auto-reconnects when you scan a bar code. With this option, a delay can occur when transmitting the first characters. The digital scanner sounds a decode beep upon bar code scan, followed by a connection, a page timeout, a rejection beep, or a transmission error beep. Select this option to optimize battery life on the digital scanner and mobile device. Note that auto-reconnect does not occur on rejection and cable unplug commands.•Auto-reconnect Immediately: When the digital scanner loses connection, it attempts to reconnect. If a page timeout occurs, the digital scanner attempts reconnect on a trigger pull. Select this option if the digital scanner’s battery life is not an issue and you do not want a delay to occur when the first bar code is transmitted. Note that auto-reconnect does not occur on rejection and cable unplug commands.•Disable Auto-reconnect: When the digital scanner loses connection, you must re-establish it manually.Out of Range IndicatorAn out of range indicator can be set by scanning Enable Beep on Reconnect Attempt on page 4-15 and extending the time using the Reconnect Attempt Interval on page 4-15.For example, with Beep on Reconnect Attempt disabled while the digital scanner loses radio connection when it is taken out of range, the digital scanner attempts to reconnect silently during the time interval set by scanning a Reconnect Attempt Interval.When Beep on Reconnect Attempt is enabled, the digital scanner emits 5 high beeps every 5 seconds while the reconnection attempt is in progress. If the Reconnect Attempt Interval is adjusted to a longer period of time, such as 30 minutes, the digital scanner emits 5 high beeps every 5 seconds for 30 minutes providing an out of range indicator.*Auto-reconnect on Bar Code DataAuto-reconnect ImmediatelyDisable Auto-reconnect

4 - 18 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideDigital Scanner(s) To Cradle SupportModes of OperationThe charging cradle with radio supports two radio communication modes of operation, allowing the digital scanner to communicate wirelessly:•Point-to-Point•Multipoint-to-Point.Point-to-Point CommunicationIn Point-to-Point communication mode, the cradle allows one digital scanner to connect to it at a time. In this mode, the digital scanner is paired to the cradle either by insertion into the cradle (if pairing on contacts is enabled, page 4-21), or by scanning the PAIR bar code on the cradle. Communication can be locked, unlocked (default), or in a lock override state (see Pairing Modes on page 4-20). In locked mode, locking intervals must be set by scanning a connection maintenance interval bar code beginning on page 4-23.To activate this mode of operation, scan Point-to-Point.Multipoint-to-Point CommunicationIn Multipoint-to-Point communication mode, up to three digital scanners can be paired to one cradle.To activate this mode, the first digital scanner connected to the cradle must scan the Multipoint-to-Point bar code. This mode allows a parameter broadcast (page 4-19) feature that forwards parameter bar code settings to all connected digital scanners. In this mode, programming one digital scanner applies the settings to all connected digital scanners.To select Point-to-Point or Multipoint-to-Point mode, scan the appropriate bar code.Multipoint-to-Point Mode*Point-to-Point Mode

Radio Communications 4 - 19Parameter Broadcast (Cradle Host Only)When in multipoint-to-point mode, enable Parameter Broadcast to broadcast all parameter bar codes scanned to all other digital scanners in the piconet. If disabled, parameter bar codes are processed by the individual digital scanner only, and the digital scanner ignores parameters broadcast from other digital scanners or from the cradle.PairingPairing is the process by which a digital scanner initiates communication with a cradle. Scanning Multipoint-to-Point activates multi digital scanner-to-cradle operation and allows up to three digital scanners to pair to one cradle. The cradle includes a pairing bar code.To pair the digital scanner with the cradle, scan the pairing bar code on the cradle. A high/low/high/low beep sequence indicates that the pairing bar code was decoded. When a connection between the cradle and digital scanner is established, a low/high beep sounds.*Enable Parameter BroadcastDisable Parameter BroadcastNOTE 1. The pairing bar code that connects the digital scanner to a cradle is unique to each cradle.2. Do not scan data or parameters until pairing completes.3. When the digital scanner is paired to the cradle in SPP Master or Cradle Host mode, the digital scanner automatically tries to reconnect to a remote device when a disconnection occurs that is due to the radio losing communication. For more information see Auto-reconnect Feature on page 4-14.

4 - 20 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuidePairing ModesWhen operating with the cradle, two modes of pairing are supported:•Locked Pairing Mode - When a cradle is paired (connected) to the digital scanner (or to three digital scanners in Multipoint-to-Point mode), any attempt to connect a different digital scanner, by either scanning the PAIR bar code on the cradle or by inserting it into the cradle with the pairing on contacts feature enabled (page 4-21), is rejected. The currently connected digital scanner(s) maintain connection. In this mode, you must set a Connection Maintenance Interval on page 4-23.•Unlocked Pairing Mode - Pair (connect) a new digital scanner to a cradle at any time by either scanning the PAIR bar code on the cradle or by inserting it into the cradle with the pairing on contacts feature enabled. This unpairs the previous digital scanner from the cradle (Point-to-Point mode only).To set the cradle pairing mode, scan the appropriate bar code below.Lock OverrideLock Override overrides a locked digital scanner base pairing and connects a new digital scanner. In Multipoint-to-Point mode, this unpairs any disconnected (out of range) digital scanner first, in order to connect the new digital scanner.To use Lock Override, scan the bar code below, followed by the pairing bar code on the cradle.NOTE In Multipoint-to-Point mode, pairing a fourth digital scanner while in Unlocked Pairing Mode replaces any disconnected (out of range) digital scanner. However, if three digital scanners are actively connected to the cradle, a fourth digital scanner cannot connect unless you first disconnect one of the original digital scanners by scanning the Unpair bar code.*Unlocked Pairing ModeLocked Pairing ModeLockOverride

Radio Communications 4 - 21Pairing MethodsThere are two pairing methods. The default method allows the digital scanner and cradle to pair (connect) when the pairing bar code on the cradle is scanned. A second method pairs the digital scanner and cradle when the digital scanner is inserted in the cradle. To enable this feature, scan Enable Pair On Contacts below. With this feature enabled it is not necessary to scan the pairing bar code on the cradle. If the pairing is successful, a low/high connection beep sequence sounds a few seconds after the digital scanner is placed in the cradle. See Wireless Beeper Definitions on page 4-3 for other beep sequences.To enable or disable pairing on contacts, scan the appropriate bar code below.UnpairingUnpair the digital scanner from the cradle or PC/host to make the cradle available for pairing with another digital scanner. Scan the bar code below to disconnect the digital scanner from its cradle/PC host.An unpairing bar code is also included in the Symbol DS6878 Quick Reference Guide.*Enable Pair On ContactsDisable Pair on ContactsUnpairing

4 - 22 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuidePairing Bar Code FormatWhen the digital scanner is configured as an SPP Master, you must create a pairing bar code for the remote Bluetooth device to which the digital scanner can connect. The Bluetooth address of the remote device must be known. Pairing bar codes are Code 128 bar codes and are formatted as follows:<Fnc 3>Bxxxxxxxxxxxxwhere: •B (or LNKB) is the prefix•xxxxxxxxxxxx represents the 12-character Bluetooth address.Pairing Bar Code ExampleIf the remote device to which the digital scanner can connect has a Bluetooth address of 11:22:33:44:55:66, then the pairing bar code is:Paring Bar Code Content:‘B’ + Bluetooth Address B112233445566

Radio Communications 4 - 23Connection Maintenance IntervalWhen a digital scanner disconnects from a cradle due to a Link Supervision Timeout, the digital scanner immediately attempts to reconnect to the cradle for 30 seconds. If the auto-reconnect process fails, it can be restarted by pulling the digital scanner trigger.To guarantee that a disconnected digital scanner can reconnect when it comes back in range, the cradle reserves the connection for that digital scanner for a period of time defined by the Connection Maintenance Interval. If the cradle is supporting the maximum three digital scanners and one digital scanner disconnects, a fourth digital scanner cannot pair to the cradle during this interval. To connect another digital scanner: either wait until the connection maintenance interval expires then scan the PAIR bar code on the cradle with the new digital scanner; or, scan Lock Override (page 4-20) with the new digital scanner then scan the PAIR bar code on the cradle.Connection Maintenance Interval options are:•15 minutes•30 minutes•One hour•Two hours•Four hours•Eight hours•24 hours•Indefinitely.ConsiderationsThe system administrator determines the Connection Maintenance Interval. A shorter interval allows new users to gain access to abandoned connections more quickly, but causes problems if users leave the work area for extended periods. A longer interval allows existing users to leave the work area for longer periods of time, but ties up the system for new users.To avoid this conflict, users who are going off-shift can scan the unpair bar code on page 4-21 to ignore the Connection Maintenance Interval and make the connection immediately available.NOTE The Connection Maintenance Interval only applies in locked pairing mode (see page 4-20).NOTE When the cradle supports the maximum three digital scanners, it stores the remote pairing address of each digital scanner in memory regardless of the digital scanner condition (e.g., discharged battery). When you want to change the digital scanners paired to the cradle, unpair each digital scanner currently connected to the cradle by scanning the Unpairing bar code prior and reconnect each appropriate digital scanner by scanning the PAIR bar code on the cradle.

4 - 24 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideTo set the Connection Maintenance Interval, scan one of the bar codes below*Set Interval to 15 MinutesSet Interval to 30 MinutesSet Interval to 60 MinutesSet Interval to 2 HoursSet Interval to 4 HoursSet Interval to 8 HoursSet Interval to 24 HoursSet Interval to Forever

Radio Communications 4 - 25Bluetooth SecurityThe digital scanner supports Bluetooth Authentication and Encryption. Authentication can be requested by either the remote device or the digital scanner. When Authentication is requested, the digital scanner uses its programmed PIN code to generate a link key. Once Authentication is complete, either device may then negotiate to enable Encryption.AuthenticationTo force Authentication with a remote device (including the cradle), scan the Enable Authentication bar code below. To prevent the digital scanner from forcing Authentication, scan the Disable Authentication bar code below.NOTE A remote device can still request Authentication.Enable Authentication*Disable Authentication

4 - 26 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuidePIN CodeTo set the PIN code (e.g., password) on the digital scanner, scan the bar code below followed by five alphanumeric programming bar codes (see Appendix E, Alphanumeric Bar Codes. The default PIN code is 12345.If the digital scanner communicates with a cradle with security enabled, synchronize the PIN codes on the digital scanner and cradle. To achieve this, connect the digital scanner to the cradle when setting the PIN codes. If the digital scanner is not connected to a cradle, the PIN code change only takes affect on the digital scanner. If security is required between the digital scanner and cradle, and the PIN codes do not match, pairing fails. If the PIN codes are not synchronized, re-synchronize them by disabling security, establishing a connection to the cradle, and then programming a new PIN code.Variable PIN CodeThe default PIN code is the user-programmed Static PIN Code. Typically, however, HID connections require entering a Variable PIN Code. If, when attempting connection, the application presents a text box that includes a PIN, scan the Variable PIN Code bar code, then re-attempt connection. When you hear a beep indicating the digital scanner is waiting for an alphanumeric entry, enter the provided variable PIN using the Alphanumeric Bar Codes on page E-1, then scan End of Message on page E-7 if the code is less than 16 characters. The digital scanner discards the variable PIN code after connection.Set PIN Code*Static PIN CodeVariable PIN Code

Radio Communications 4 - 27EncryptionTo set up the digital scanner for enabling Encryption, scan Enable Encryption. To prevent the digital scanner from enabling Encryption, scan Disable Encryption. When enabled, the radio encrypts data.NOTE Authentication must be performed before Encryption can take effect.Enable Encryption* Disable Encryption

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Chapter 5 User Preferences & Miscella-neous Digital Scanner OptionsIntroductionIf desired, program the digital scanner to perform various functions, or activate different features. This chapter describes imaging preference features and provides programming bar codes for selecting these features. The digital scanner ships with the settings in User Preferences Parameter Defaults on page 5-2 (also see Appendix A, Standard Default Parameters for all host device and miscellaneous defaults). If the default values suit requirements, programming is not necessary.To set feature values, scan a single bar code or a short bar code sequence. The settings are stored in non-volatile memory and are preserved even when you power down the digital scanner.If not using a USB cable, select a host type (see each host chapter for specific host information) after the power-up beeps sound. This is only necessary upon the first power-up when connecting to a new host.To return all features to default values, scan the Default Parameters on page 5-4. Throughout the programming bar code menus, asterisks (*) indicate default values.NOTE Most computer monitors allow scanning the bar codes directly on the screen. When scanning from the screen, be sure to set the document magnification to a level where you can see the bar code clearly, and bars and/or spaces are not merging.Feature/Option* Indicates Default *Enable Decode Aiming Pattern(02h) Option Hex Value for programming via SSI command

5 - 2 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideScanning Sequence ExamplesIn most cases scanning one bar code sets the parameter value. For example, to set the beeper tone to high, scan the High Frequency (beeper tone) bar code listed under Beeper Tone on page 5-7. The digital scanner issues a fast warble beep and the LED turns green, signifying a successful parameter entry.Other parameters require scanning several bar codes. See these parameter descriptions for this procedure.Errors While ScanningUnless otherwise specified, to correct an error during a scanning sequence, just re-scan the correct parameter.User Preferences/Miscellaneous Option Parameter DefaultsTable 5-1 lists the defaults for preferences parameters. To change the default values:•Scan the appropriate bar codes in this guide. These new values replace the standard default values in memory. To recall the default parameter values, scan the Default Parameters on page 5-4.•Configure the digital scanner using the 123Scan2 configuration program (see 123Scan2 on page 12-1).Table 5-1 User Preferences Parameter DefaultsNOTE See Appendix A, Standard Default Parameters for all user preferences, hosts, symbologies, and miscellaneous default parameters.Parameter Parameter Number Default Page NumberUser PreferencesSet Default Parameter Set Defaults5-4Parameter Bar Code Scanning ECh Enable5-5Beep After Good Decode 38h Enable5-5Suppress Power Up Beeps F1h D1h Do Not Suppress5-6Beeper Tone 91h Medium5-7Beeper Volume 8Ch High5-8Beeper Duration F1 74h Medium5-9Beep on Insertion F0h 20h Enabled5-9Batch Mode F1h 20h Normal (Do Not Batch Data)5-10Low Power Mode 80h Enabled5-12Time Delay to Reduced Power Mode 92h 100 MSec5-13Timeout to Low Power Mode from Auto AimF1h D9h15 Sec5-14

User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options 5 - 3Hand-Held Trigger Mode 8Ah Level5-15Picklist Mode F0h 92h Disabled Always5-16Mobile Phone/Display Mode F1h CCh Disable 5-17Continuous Bar Code Read F1 89h Disable 5-18Unique Bar Code Reporting F1h D3h Disable 5-18Decode Session Timeout 88h 9.9 Sec5-19Timeout Between Decodes, Same Symbol 89h 0.5 Sec5-20Timeout Between Decodes, Different Symbols 90h 0.2 Sec5-20Fuzzy 1D Processing F1h 02h Enable5-21Hand-Held Decode Aiming Pattern F0h 32h Enable5-22Decoding Illumination F0h, 2Ah Enable5-23Multicode Mode F1h, A5h Disable5-23Multicode Expression F1h, 95h 15-24Multicode Mode Concatenation F1h, CDh Disable5-29Multicode Concatenation Symbology F1h, D2h Concatenate as PDF4175-30Miscellaneous OptionsTransmit Code ID Character 2Dh None5-33Prefix Value 63h, 69h 7013 <CR><LF>5-34Suffix 1 ValueSuffix 2 Value62h 68h64h 6Ah7013 <CR><LF>5-34Scan Data Transmission Format EBh Data as is5-35FN1 Substitution Values 67h 6Dh Set 5-36Transmit “No Read” Message 5Eh Disable5-37Parameter Parameter Number Default Page Number

5 - 4 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideUser PreferencesDefault ParametersThe scanner can be reset to two types of defaults: factory defaults or custom defaults. Scan the appropriate bar code below to reset the scanner to its default settings and/or set the scanner’s current settings as the custom default.•Restore Defaults - Resets all default parameters as follows:•If custom default values were configured (see Write to Custom Defaults), the custom default values are set for all parameters each time the Restore Defaults bar code below is scanned.•If no custom default values were configured, the factory default values are set for all parameters each time the Restore Defaults bar code below is scanned. (For factory default values, see Chapter A, Standard Default Parameters beginning on page A-1.) •Set Factory Defaults - Scan the Set Factory Defaults bar code below to eliminate all custom default values and set the scanner to factory default values. (For factory default values, see Chapter A, Standard Default Parameters beginning on page A-1.) •Write to Custom Defaults - Custom default parameters can be configured to set unique default values for all parameters. After changing all parameters to the desired default values, scan the Write to Custom Defaults bar code below to configure custom defaults.*Restore DefaultsSet Factory DefaultsWrite to Custom Defaults

User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options 5 - 5Parameter Bar Code ScanningParameter # EChTo disable the decoding of parameter bar codes, including the Set Defaults parameter bar codes, scan the Disable Parameter Scanning bar code below. To enable decoding of parameter bar codes, scan Enable Parameter Scanning.Beep After Good DecodeParameter # 38hScan a bar code below to select whether or not the digital scanner beeps after a good decode. If selecting Do Not Beep After Good Decode, the beeper still operates during parameter menu scanning and to indicate error conditions.*Enable Parameter Bar Code Scanning(01h)Disable Parameter Bar Code Scanning(00h)*Beep After Good Decode(Enable)(01h)Do Not Beep After Good Decode(Disable)(00h)

5 - 6 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideSuppress Power Up BeepsParameter # F1h D1hScan a bar code below to select whether or not to suppress digital scanner beeps upon power up..*Do Not Supress Power Up Beeps(00h)Supress Power Up Beeps(01h)

User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options 5 - 7Beeper ToneParameter # 91hTo select a decode beep frequency (tone), scan one of the following bar codes.Off(03h)Low Tone(02h)*Medium Tone(01h)High Tone(00h)Medium to High Tone (2-tone)(04h)

5 - 8 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideBeeper VolumeParameter # 8ChTo select a beeper volume, scan the Low Volume, Medium Volume, or High Volume bar code.Low Volume(02h)Medium Volume(01h)*High Volume(00h)

User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options 5 - 9Beeper DurationParameter # F1 74hTo select the duration for the beeper, scan one of the following bar codes.Beep on InsertionWhen a digital scanner is inserted into a cradle and detects power, it emits a short low beep. This feature is enabled by default.To enable or disable beeping on insertion, scan the appropriate bar code below.Short(00h)* Medium(01h)Long(02h)*Enable Beep on InsertionDisable Beep on Insertion

5 - 10 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideBatch ModeThe digital scanner supports three versions of batch mode. When the digital scanner is configured for any of the batch modes, it attempts to store bar code data (not parameter bar codes) until transmission is initialized, or the maximum number of bar codes are stored. When a bar code is saved successfully, a good decode beep sounds and the LED flashes green. If the digital scanner is unable to store a new bar code, a low/high/low/high out of memory beep sounds. (See pages 2-1, 2-3 and 4-3 for all beeper and LED definitions.)In all modes, calculate the amount of data (number of bar codes) the digital scanner can store as follows:Number of storable bar codes = 30,720 bytes of memory / (number of characters in the bar code + 3).Modes of Operation•Normal (default) - Do not batch data. The digital scanner attempts to transmit every scanned bar code.•Out of Range Batch Mode - The digital scanner starts storing bar code data when it loses its connection to a remote device (for example, when a user holding the digital scanner walks out of range). Data transmission is triggered by reestablishing the connection with the remote device (for example, when a user holding the digital scanner walks back into range).•Standard Batch Mode - The digital scanner starts storing bar code data after Enter Batch Mode is scanned. Data transmission is triggered by scanning Send Batch Data.•Cradle Contact Batch Mode - The digital scanner starts storing bar code data when Enter Batch Mode is scanned. Data transmission is triggered by insertion of the digital scanner into the cradle.In all modes, transmissions are halted if the digital scanner is moved out of range. The digital scanner resumes when it is back in range. If a bar code is scanned while batch data is transmitted it is appended to the end of the batched data; parameter bar codes are not stored.NOTE If the batch mode selection is changed while there is batched data, the new batch mode will take effect only after all the previously batched data is sent.NOTE Transmission is halted if the connection to the remote device is lost.NOTE If the digital scanner is removed from the cradle during batch data transfer, transmission halts until the digital scanner is re-inserted in the cradle.

User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options 5 - 11Batch Mode (continued)*NormalOut of Range Batch ModeStandard Batch ModeCradle Contact Batch ModeEnter Batch ModeSend Batch Data

5 - 12 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideLow Power ModeParameter # 80hIf enabled, the digital scanner enters a low power consumption mode after Sleep Mode has expired, in which the LEDs turn off in order to conserve energy and prolong the life of the scanner. The digital scanner wakes when it is lifted, senses a trigger pull, or when the host attempts to communicate.If disabled, power remains on after each decode attempt.Disable Low Power Mode(00h)*Enable Low Power Mode(01h)

User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options 5 - 13Time Delay to Reduced Power ModeParameter # 92hThis parameter sets the time it takes the digital scanner to enter reduced power mode after any scanning activity. Scan the appropriate bar code below to set the time.1 sec2 secs3 secs4 secs5 secs*100 msecs500 msecs

5 - 14 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideTimeout to Low Power Mode from Auto AimParameter # F1h D9hThis parameter sets the time the digital scanner remains in auto aim before entering low power mode. Disabled5 secs*15 secs30 secs1 minute

User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options 5 - 15Hand-Held Trigger ModeParameter # 8AhSelect one of the following trigger modes for the digital scanner:•Standard (Level) - A trigger pull activates decode processing. Decode processing continues until the bar code decodes, you release the trigger, or the Decode Session Timeout occurs.•Presentation (Blink) - The digital scanner activates decode processing when it detects a bar code in its field of view. After a period of non-use, the digital scanner enters a low power mode, in which the LEDs turn off until the digital scanner senses motion.•Auto Aim - If the primary trigger (trigger A) is set to imager, this trigger mode turns on the laser aiming pattern when you lift the digital scanner. A trigger pull activates decode processing. After 2 seconds of inactivity the aiming pattern shuts off.NOTE Laser scanning is not applicable in hand-held presentation mode.Standard (Level)(00h)*Auto Aim(09h)

5 - 16 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuidePicklist ModeParameter # F0h 92hPicklist mode enables the digital scanner to decode only bar codes that are aligned under the laser crosshair. Select one of the following picklist modes for the digital scanner:•Disabled Always - Picklist mode is always disabled.•Enabled in Hand-Held Mode - Picklist mode is enabled in hand-held mode.*Disabled Always(00h)Enabled in Hand-Held Mode(01h)

User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options 5 - 17Mobile Phone/Display ModeParameter # F1h CChSelect Enable Mobile Phone/Display Mode to improve bar code reading performance off mobile phones and electronic displays. .*Disable Mobile Phone/Display Mode(00h)Enable Mobile Phone/Display Mode (01h)

5 - 18 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideContinuous Bar Code ReadParameter # F1 89hEnable this to report every bar code while the trigger is pressed.Unique Bar Code ReportingParameter # F1h D3hEnable this to report only unique bar codes while the trigger is pressed. This option only applies when Continuous Bar Code Read is enabled.NOTE Motorola strongly recommends enabling Picklist Mode on page 5-16 with this feature. Disabling Picklist Mode can cause accidental decodes when more than one bar code is in the imaging engine's field of view.*Disable Continuous Bar Code Read(0h)Enable Continuous Bar Code Read(1h)*Disable Continuous Bar Code Read Uniqueness(00h)Enable Continuous Bar Code Read Uniqueness(01h)

User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options 5 - 19Decode Session TimeoutParameter # 88hThis parameter sets the maximum time decode processing continues during a scan attempt. It is programmable in 0.1 second increments from 0.5 to 9.9 seconds. The default timeout is 9.9 seconds.To set a Decode Session Timeout, scan the bar code below. Next, scan two numeric bar codes from Appendix D, Numeric Bar Codes that correspond to the desired on time. Enter a leading zero for single digit numbers. For example, to set a Decode Session Timeout of 0.5 seconds, scan the bar code below, then scan the 0 and 5 bar codes. To correct an error or change the selection, scan Cancel on page D-2.Decode Session Timeout

5 - 20 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideTimeout Between Decodes, Same SymbolParameter # 89hUse this option in presentation mode and Continuous Bar Code Read to prevent the beeper from continuously beeping when a symbol is left in the digital scanner’s field of view. It is programmable in 0.1 second increments from 0.0 to 9.9 seconds. The default interval is 0.5 seconds. To select the timeout between decodes for the same symbol, scan the bar code below, then scan two numeric bar codes from Appendix D, Numeric Bar Codes that correspond to the desired interval, in 0.1 second increments.Timeout Between Decodes, Different SymbolsParameter # 90hUse this option in presentation mode and Continuous Bar Code Read to control the time the scanner is inactive between decoding different symbols. It is programmable in 0.1 second increments from 0.1 to 9.9 seconds. The default is 0.2 seconds.To select the timeout between decodes for different symbols, scan the bar code below, then scan two numeric bar codes from Appendix D, Numeric Bar Codes that correspond to the desired interval, in 0.1 second increments.Timeout Between Decodes, Same SymbolTimeout Between Decodes, Different Symbols

User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options 5 - 21Fuzzy 1D ProcessingParameter # F1h 02hThis option is enabled by default to optimize decode performance on 1D bar codes, including damaged and poor quality symbols. Disable this only if you experience time delays when decoding 2D bar codes, or in detecting a no decode.*Enable Fuzzy 1D Processing(01h)Disable Fuzzy 1D Processing(00h)

5 - 22 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideHand-Held Decode Aiming PatternParameter # F0h, 32hSelect Enable Hand-Held Decode Aiming Pattern to project the aiming pattern during bar code capture, Disable Hand-Held Decode Aiming Pattern to turn the aiming pattern off, or Enable Hand-Held Decode Aiming Pattern on PDF to project the aiming pattern when the digital scanner detects a 2D bar code.NOTE With Picklist Mode on page 5-16 enabled, the decode aiming pattern flashes even when the Decode Aiming Pattern is disabled.*Enable Hand-Held Decode Aiming Pattern(02h)Disable Hand-Held Decode Aiming Pattern(00h)Enable Hand-Held Decode Aiming Pattern on PDF(03h)

User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options 5 - 23Decoding Illumination Parameter # F0h, 2AhSelecting Enable Decoding Illumination causes the digital scanner to flash illumination to aid decoding. Select Disable Decoding Illumination to prevent the digital scanner from using decoding illumination.Enabling illumination usually results in superior images. The effectiveness of the illumination decreases as the distance to the target increases.Multicode ModeParameter # F1h, A5hEnable this parameter to allow multiple bar codes to decode upon one trigger event based on the programmed multicode expression. The digital scanner reports a successful decode and provides user indication only if it decodes all bar codes indicated by the multicode expression, otherwise the decode fails. Bar codes are transmitted in the order defined in the multicode expression. Disable this to operate in normal decode mode.When using this mode, disable Continuous Bar Code Read on page 5-18, and always orient the digital scanner at the same distance and angle (perpendicular).*Enable Decoding Illumination(01h)Disable Decoding Illumination(00h)*Disable Multicode Mode(00h)Enable Multicode Mode(01h)

5 - 24 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideMulticode ExpressionParameter # F1h, 95hUse this feature to program a multicode expression for Multicode Mode (grid method). The default is 1, which indicates any bar code.To set the multicode expression: 1. Scan the bar code below.2. Scan bar codes from the alphanumeric keyboard in the Advanced Data Formatting Programmer Guide to define the expression. 3. Scan the End of Message bar code from the Advanced Data Formatting Programmer Guide.Multicode Expression Syntax[n] [Element 1]; [Element 2 ]; ... [Element n];Where:•n is the number of elements in the overall expression. The multicode expression describes the bar code(s) that the digital scanner can expect to find in an image. Each element represents one bar code in the digital scanner's field of view. The order of elements in the expression is the order in which bar code data from each element transmits to the host. Elements are defined using one or more of the following methods:•By Region. This type of element limits decoding to a specific area within the digital scanner's field of view. Region coordinates are defined as the top left and bottom right corners of the region, expressed in percentages of the field of view. These can range from 0% to 100%, or 0x00 to 0x64 in hex, for both horizontal and vertical axes. A region element is constructed as:[R] [4] [Top, Left] [Bottom, Right]Where:•[R] is the character R•[4] is 0x04, indicating there are four bytes thereafter to describe the region•[Top, Left] are two values representing the top left corner of the region•[Bottom, Right] are two values representing the bottom right corner of the region•By Code Type. An element can specify a specific bar code symbology to find and decode somewhere in the field of view. A code type element is constructed as:[C] [2] [Code Type]Multicode Expression

User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options 5 - 25Where: •[C] is the character C•[2] is 0x02, indicating there are two bytes thereafter to describe the code type•[Code Type] is the desired symbology's parameter number (see Chapter 14, Symbologies). For single-byte parameter numbers, extend the value to two bytes by adding 00 before the parameter number. Defining Multicode Expression NotesWhen defining multicode expressions consider the following:•Use the Code Type specifier if there are bar codes of more than one code type in view.•Always use the Region specifier when there are multiple bar codes of the same code type.•When transmission order is important (the first element in the expression transmits first), use either type to define the order.•When there are unwanted bar codes in view, filter them out in one of two ways:•Use Code Type to specify only the target bar codes.•Use Region to identify only the target bar codes.•If the expression does not contain a Region specifier, scanning angle and distance do not matter. If you specify a region you must scan in a fixed orientation and at a fixed distance. Because of this, it is preferable to use the Code Type specifier rather than the Region specifier.•When defining regions:•Defining a region much larger than the bar code improves tolerance to scan distance and angle, but can cause a decode of a nearby bar code instead of the target bar code. Therefore, for best performance define larger regions when only a few bar codes are in view and those in view are widely separated.•Defining a region close to (or smaller than) the target bar code improves the probability of decoding this bar code rather than one nearby, but scan distance and angle must be more accurate. Therefore, for best performance define small regions when many bar codes are in view or those in view are close together.•Use Region elements to improve decode speeds by reducing the image area to search for the target bar code.•Specifying Code Type may also improve decode speeds for some code types.•Although you can scan parameter bar codes when multicode mode is enabled, be aware of the following: If the multicode expression defined a region(s), to scan a parameter bar code you must position the bar code within the first region defined in the expression. In some cases, this first region is not the center of the image and aiming at the parameter bar code does not result in a successful decode.The following examples show the multicode expressions in both hex and decimal formats, however in the sample figures the values are decimal. Be sure to use the correct base numbering system when creating an expression. A region specified as 0x00 0x00 0x64 0x32 represents a region with coordinates of Top-Left (0,0) and Bottom Right (100,50).

5 - 26 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideExample 1To decode one Code 128 bar code anywhere in the image (even when bar codes of other types are in view), as in Figure 5-1, program the expression as follows:The expression in decimal is (formatted for readability): 1 C 2 0 8 ;To program the expression via scanning parameters the sequence is (spaces are for readability): [MultiCode-Expression] 01 C 02 00 08 ; [End Of Message]To program the expression via host command (SSI/SNAPI) the sequence is: 0x01 0x43 0x02 0x00 0x08 0x3b Figure 5-1 Multicode Expression Example 101234567890550%0%100%0% 50% 100%PDF417 CodeCode 128 CodeUPC-A Code

User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options 5 - 27Example 2aTo decode a Code128 (Code Type=8) on the top half of the image and a PDF417 (Code Type=15) on the bottom half of the image, as in Figure 5-2, program the expression as follows:The expression in decimal is (formatted for readability):2 C 2 0 8 R 4 0 0 100 50 ; C 2 0 15 R 4 0 50 100 100 ;To program the expression via scanning parameters the sequence is:[MultiCode-Expression] 02 C 02 00 08 R 04 00 00 64 32 ; C 02 00 0F R 04 00 32 64 64 ; [End Of Message]To program the expression via host command (SSI/SNAPI) the sequence is:0x02 0x43 0x02 0x00 0x08 0x52 0x04 0x00 0x00 0x64 0x32 0x3B 0x43 0x02 0x00 0x0F 0x52 0x04 0x00 0x32 0x64 0x64 0x3BExample 2bIn Figure 5-2, if the bottom PDF417 bar code must transmit first, reverse the sequence of the two bar codes:The expression in decimal is (formatted for readability):2 C 2 0 15 R 4 0 50 100 100 ; C 2 0 8 R 4 0 0 100 50 ;To program the expression via scanning parameters the sequence is:[MultiCode-Expression] 02 C 02 00 0F R 04 00 32 64 64 ; C 02 00 08 R 04 00 00 64 32 ; [End Of Message]To program the expression via host command (SSI/SNAPI) the sequence is:0x02 0x43 0x02 0x00 0x0F 0x52 0x04 0x00 0x32 0x64 0x64 0x3B 0x43 0x02 0x00 0x08 0x52 0x04 0x00 0x00 0x64 0x32 0x3BFigure 5-2 Multicode Expression Example 2PDF417 Code(0,0)Code 128 Code(0,50)(160,100)(100,50)50%0%100%0% 50% 100%

5 - 28 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideExample 3To decode the set of three bar codes while excluding the center Code 128 bar code, as in Figure 5-3, the expression is:The expression in decimal is (formatted for readability):3 C 2 0 15 R 4 0 0 50 50 ; C 2 [F0 24] R 4 70 0 100 40 ; C 2 0 8 R 4 65 60 100 100 ;To program the expression via scanning parameters the sequence is:[MultiCode-Expression] 03 C 02 00 0F R 04 00 00 32 32 ; C 02 F0 24 R 04 46 00 64 28 ; C 02 00 08 R 04 41 3C 64 64 ; [End Of Message]To program the expression via host command (SSI/SNAPI) the sequence is:0x03 0x43 0x02 0x00 0x0F 0x52 0x04 0x00 0x00 0x32 0x32 0x3B 0x43 0x02 0xF0 0x24 0x52 0x04 0x46 0x00 0x64 0x28 0x3B 0x43 0x02 0x00 0x08 0x52 0x04 0x41 0x3C 0x64 0x64 0x3BFigure 5-3 Multicode Expression Example 3 40%65%40%40%PDF417 CodeCode 128 CodeData Matrix CodeCode 128 Code70%60%(70,0)(100,40)(100,100)(0,0)(40,40)(65,60)50%0%100%0% 50% 100%

User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options 5 - 29Multicode Mode ConcatenationParameter # F1h, CDhEnable this parameter to transmit multiple decoded bar codes, as specified by the Multicode Expression, as one bar code. Use the Multicode Concatenation Symbology parameter to specify how the concatenated bar codes transmit.Disable this to transmit decoded bar codes separately.NOTE When using Multicode Mode Concatenation, disable Transmit Code ID Character on page 5-33 and check digits.Enable Multicode Mode Concatenation(01h)*Disable Multicode Mode Concatenation(00h)

5 - 30 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideMulticode Concatenation SymbologyParameter # F1h, D2hUse this parameter to specify how to transmit the concatenated bar codes decoded as specified by the Multicode Expression. Multicode Mode Concatenation must be enabled to use this option.Concatenation as Code 128(01h)*Concatenation as PDF417(02h)Concatenation as Data Matrix(03h)Concatenation as Maxicode(04h)

User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options 5 - 31Multicode TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Multicode Expression ProgrammingUse the following suggestions if encountering problems programming a multicode expression:•Ensure the expression is valid. Invalid expressions are rejected during programming. When an expression is rejected the previous expression remains intact. If after programming the expression the digital scanner can still decode any bar code, the expression was possibly rejected. •When programming the multicode expression via parameter bar code, the digital scanner generates beeps. If any of the following beeps do not sound during programming, an error occurred (see Table 2-1 on page 2-1 and Table 2-2 on page 2-3 for error indicators):•Scanning the Multicode Expression bar code produces a two-tone (same pitch) beep. •Scanning each value of the expression produces a two-tone (same pitch) beep. •Scanning the End Of Message bar code produces a four-tone (high-low-high-low) beep. •Check the expression for syntax errors.•Try programming a simple expression to ensure the syntax is correct. See Examples of Simple Multicode Expressions.•Review Defining Multicode Expression Notes on page 5-25 for additional hints. Troubleshooting Multicode Mode Scanning and Decoding Use the following suggestions if encountering problems using multicode mode:•If the digital scanner appears to decode any single bar code instead of the intended multiple bar codes, ensure you enabled Multicode Mode on page 5-23. Programming the multicode expression does not enable multicode mode. •When specifying Region, ensure: •Coordinates are within range the 0-100 decimal (or 0x00 - 0x64 hexadecimal).•Top, Left is above Bottom, Right. Top, Left is 0,0 (0x00, 0x00 hexadecimal), and Bottom, Right is 100,100 (0x64, 0x64 hexadecimal). •Regions for two or more bar codes do not overlap.•When specifying Code Type ensure the digital scanner supports the code type. Try decoding a single bar code without using multicode. If it does not decode try enabling the bar code type. See Chapter 14, Symbologies.•Experiment with simpler expressions, then add to it until you discover the source of the error. For example try the simplest expression (see Examples of Simple Multicode Expressions) and make sure you can scan a single bar code. If so, extend the expression by adding a second bar code, specifying a region, or specifying the code type. Verify that the digital scanner can decode this new expression. Continue adding to the expression until it fails to decode as expected, indicating the source of the error. •Review Defining Multicode Expression Notes on page 5-25 for additional hints.

5 - 32 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideExamples of Simple Multicode ExpressionsThe simplest multicode expression is:•One bar code of any type, anywhere in the image. •To program this use: [MultiCode-Expression] 01 ; [End Of Message] Another simple multicode expression is:•One Code 128 bar code, anywhere in the image. •To program this use: [MultiCode-Expression] 01 C 02 00 08 ; [End Of Message]

User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options 5 - 33Miscellaneous Scanner ParametersTransmit Code ID CharacterParameter # 2DhA Code ID character identifies the code type of a scanned bar code. This is useful when decoding more than one code type. In addition to any single character prefix already selected, the Code ID character is inserted between the prefix and the decoded symbol. Select no Code ID character, a Symbol Code ID character, or an AIM Code ID character. For Code ID Characters, see Symbol Code Identifiers on page B-1 and AIM Code Identifiers on page B-3.NOTE If you enable Symbol Code ID Character or AIM Code ID Character, and enable Transmit “No Read” Message on page 5-37, the digital scanner appends the code ID for Code 39 to the NR message.Symbol Code ID Character(02h)AIM Code ID Character(01h)*None(00h)

5 - 34 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuidePrefix/Suffix Values Key Category Parameter # P = 63h, S1 = 62h, S2 = 64hDecimal Value Parameter # P = 69h, S1 = 68h, S2 = 6AhYou can append a prefix and/or one or two suffixes to scan data for use in data editing. To set a value for a prefix or suffix, scan a four-digit number (i.e., four bar codes from Appendix D, Numeric Bar Codes) that corresponds to that value. See Table E-1 on page E-1 for the four-digit codes.When using host commands to set the prefix or suffix, set the key category parameter to 1, then set the 3-digit decimal value. See Table E-1 on page E-1 for the four-digit codes.To correct an error or change a selection, scan Cancel on page D-2.NOTE To use Prefix/Suffix values, first set the Scan Data Transmission Format on page 5-35.Scan Prefix(07h)Scan Suffix 1(06h)Scan Suffix 2(08h)Data Format Cancel

User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options 5 - 35Scan Data Transmission FormatParameter # EBhTo change the scan data format, scan one of the following eight bar codes corresponding to the desired format.To set values for the prefix and/or suffix, see Prefix/Suffix Values on page 5-34.NOTE If using this parameter do not use ADF rules to set the prefix/suffix.*Data As Is(00h)<DATA> <SUFFIX 1>(01h)<DATA> <SUFFIX 2>(02h)<DATA> <SUFFIX 1> <SUFFIX 2>(03h)<PREFIX> <DATA >(04h)

5 - 36 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideFN1 Substitution ValuesKey Category Parameter # 67hDecimal Value Parameter # 6DhThe Wedge and USB HID Keyboard hosts support a FN1 Substitution feature. Enabling this substitutes any FN1 character (0x1b) in an EAN128 bar code with a value. This value defaults to 7013 (Enter Key).When using host commands to set the FN1 substitution value, set the key category parameter to 1, then set the 3-digit keystroke value. See the ASCII Character Set table for the current host interface for the desired value.To select a FN1 substitution value via bar code menus: 1. Scan the bar code below.2. Locate the keystroke desired for FN1 Substitution in the ASCII Character Set table for the current host interface. Enter the 4-digit ASCII Value by scanning each digit in Appendix D, Numeric Bar Codes.To correct an error or change the selection, scan Cancel.To enable FN1 substitution for USB HID keyboard, scan the Enable FN1 Substitution bar code on page -36.Scan Data Transmission Format (continued)<PREFIX> <DATA> <SUFFIX 1>(05h)<PREFIX> <DATA> <SUFFIX 2>(06h)<PREFIX> <DATA> <SUFFIX 1> <SUFFIX 2>(07h)Set FN1 Substitution Value

User Preferences & Miscellaneous Digital Scanner Options 5 - 37Transmit “No Read” MessageParameter # 5EhScan a bar code below to select whether or not to transmit a No Read message. Enable this to transmit the characters NR when a successful decode does not occur before trigger release or the Decode Session Timeout expires. See Decode Session Timeout on page 5-19. Disable this to send nothing to the host if a symbol does not decode.NOTE If you enable Transmit No Read, and also enable Symbol Code ID Character or AIM Code ID Character for Transmit Code ID Character on page 5-33, the digital scanner appends the code ID for Code 39 to the NR message.Enable No Read(01h)*Disable No Read(00h)

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Chapter 6 USB InterfaceIntroductionThis chapter provides instructions for programming the cradle to interface with a USB host. The digital scanner cradle connects directly to a USB host, or a powered USB hub. The USB host can power the cradle and recharge the digital scanner battery, but this charging method has limitations. See Using the USB Interface to Supply Power on page 1-7.Throughout the programming bar code menus, default values are indicated with asterisks (*).*North American Standard USB Keyboard Feature/Option* Indicates Default

6 - 2 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideConnecting a USB InterfaceFigure 6-1 USB ConnectionThe digital scanner cradle connects with USB capable hosts including:•Desktop PCs and Notebooks•Apple™ iMac, G4, iBooks (North America only)•IBM SurePOS terminals•Sun, IBM, and other network computers that support more than one keyboard.The following operating systems support the digital scanner cradle through USB:•Windows 98, 2000, ME, XP•MacOS 8.5 and above•IBM 4690 OS.The digital scanner cradle also interfaces with other USB hosts which support USB Human Interface Devices (HID). For more information on USB technology, hosts, and peripheral devices, visit www.symbol.com/usb.To connect the USB interface:1. Attach the modular connector of the USB interface cable to the host port on the bottom of the digital scanner cradle (see Connecting the Cradle on page 1-6).NOTE See Chapter 4, Radio Communications for information about digital scanner/cradle pairing and wireless communicationThe digital scanner must be connected to the cradle for the host parameter setting to take effect. When the digital scanner is not connected to a cradle, and a host parameter bar code is scanned, a long low/long high beep sequence sounds.Interface CableUSB Series A Connector

USB Interface 6 - 32. Plug the series A connector in the USB host or hub, or plug the Plus Power connector in an available port of the IBM SurePOS terminal.3. Select the USB device type by scanning the appropriate bar code from USB Device Type on page 6-4.4. On first installation when using Windows, the software prompts to select or install the Human Interface Device driver. To install this driver, provided by Windows, click Next through all the choices and click Finished on the last choice. The cradle powers up during this installation.5. To modify any other parameter options, scan the appropriate bar codes in this chapter.If problems occur with the system, see Troubleshooting on page 3-2.USB Parameter DefaultsTable 6-1 lists the defaults for USB host parameters. If any option needs to be changed, scan the appropriate bar code(s) provided in the Parameter Descriptions section beginning on page 6-4.NOTE Interface cables vary depending on configuration. The connectors illustrated in Figure 6-1 are examples only. The connectors may be different than those illustrated, but the steps to connect the digital scanner cradle remain the same.NOTE See Appendix A, Standard Default Parameters for all user preferences, hosts, symbologies, and miscellaneous default parameters.Table 6-1 USB Host Default TableParameter Default Page NumberUSB Host ParametersUSB Device Type HID Keyboard Emulation6-4USB Country Keyboard Types (Country Codes) North American6-5USB Keystroke Delay No Delay6-7USB CAPS Lock Override Disable6-7USB Ignore Unknown Characters Send6-8Emulate Keypad Disable6-9USB FN1 Substitution Disable6-9Function Key Mapping Disable6-9Simulated Caps Lock Disable6-10Convert Case No Case Conversion6-10Ignore Beep Disable6-11Ignore Bar Code Configuration Disable6-11

6 - 4 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideUSB Host ParametersUSB Device TypeSelect the desired USB device type.NOTE When changing USB Device Types, the digital scanner automatically restarts. The digital scanner issues the standard startup beep sequences.*HID Keyboard EmulationIBM Table Top USBIBM Hand-Held USBUSB OPOS Handheld

USB Interface 6 - 5USB Country Keyboard Types (Country Codes)Scan the bar code corresponding to the keyboard type. This setting applies only to the USB HID Keyboard Emulation device.NOTE When changing USB country keyboard types the digital scanner automatically resets. The digital scanner issues the standard startup beep sequences.*North American Standard USB KeyboardGerman WindowsFrench WindowsFrench Canadian Windows 95/98French Canadian Windows 2000/XPSpanish Windows

6 - 6 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideUSB Country Keyboard Types (Country Codes continued)Italian WindowsSwedish WindowsUK English WindowsJapanese Windows (ASCII)Portuguese-Brazilian Windows

USB Interface 6 - 7USB Keystroke DelayThis parameter sets the delay, in milliseconds, between emulated keystrokes. Scan a bar code below to increase the delay when hosts require a slower transmission of data.USB CAPS Lock OverrideThis option applies only to the HID Keyboard Emulation device. When enabled, the case of the data is preserved regardless of the state of the caps lock key. This setting is always enabled for the “Japanese, Windows (ASCII)” keyboard type and can not be disabled.*No DelayMedium Delay (20 msec)Long Delay (40 msec)Override Caps Lock Key(Enable)*Do Not Override Caps Lock Key(Disable)

6 - 8 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideUSB Ignore Unknown CharactersThis option applies only to the HID Keyboard Emulation device and IBM device. Unknown characters are characters the host does not recognize. When Send Bar Codes With Unknown Characters is selected, all bar code data is sent except for unknown characters, and no error beeps sound. When Do Not Send Bar Codes With Unknown Characters is selected, bar code data is sent up to the first unknown character, then the digital scanner issues an error beep.Emulate KeypadWhen enabled, all characters are sent as ASCII sequences over the numeric keypad. For example ASCII A would be sent as “ALT make” 0 6 5 “ALT Break.”*Send Bar Codes with Unknown CharactersDo Not Send Bar Codes with Unknown Characters*Disable Keypad EmulationEnable Keypad Emulation

USB Interface 6 - 9USB Keyboard FN 1 SubstitutionThis option applies only to the USB HID Keyboard Emulation device. When enabled, this allows replacement of any FN 1 characters in an EAN 128 bar code with a Key Category and value chosen by the user (see FN1 Substitution Values on page 5-36 to set the Key Category and Key Value).Function Key MappingASCII values under 32 are normally sent as a control-key sequences (see Table 6-2 on page 6-12). When this parameter is enabled, the keys in bold are sent in place of the standard key mapping. Table entries that do not have a bold entry remain the same whether or not this parameter is enabled.Enable FN1 Substitution*Disable FN1 Substitution*Disable Function Key MappingEnable Function Key Mapping

6 - 10 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideSimulated Caps LockWhen enabled, the digital scanner inverts upper and lower case characters on the digital scanner bar code as if the Caps Lock state is enabled on the keyboard. This inversion is done regardless of the current state of the keyboard’s Caps Lock state.Convert CaseWhen enabled, the digital scanner converts all bar code data to the selected case.*Disable Simulated Caps LockEnable Simulated Caps Lock*No Case ConversionConvert All to Upper CaseConvert All to Lower Case

USB Interface 6 - 11Optional USB ParametersIf you configure the digital scanner and find the settings were not saved, or changed, when the system is restarted scan the bar codes that follow to override USB interface defaults.Scan a bar code below after setting defaults and before configuring the digital scanner.Ignore BeepThe host can send a beep request to the digital scanner. When this parameter is enabled, the request is not sent to the attached digital scanner. All directives are still acknowledged to the USB host as if it were processed.Ignore Bar Code ConfigurationThe host has the ability to enable/disable code types. When this parameter is enabled, the request is not sent to the attached digital scanner. All directives are still acknowledged to the USB host as if it were processed.*DisableEnable*DisableEnable

6 - 12 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideASCII Character Set for USBTable 6-2 ASCII Character Set for USBASCII ValueFull ASCIICode 39 Encode CharacterKeystroke1000 %U CTRL 21001 $A CTRL A1002 $B CTRL B1003 $C CTRL C1004 $D CTRL D1005 $E CTRL E1006 $F CTRL F1007 $G CTRL G1008 $H CTRL H/BACKSPACE11009 $I CTRL I/HORIZONTAL TAB11010 $J CTRL J1011 $K CTRL K1012 $L CTRL L1013 $M CTRL M/ENTER11014 $N CTRL N1015 $O CTRL O1016 $P CTRL P1017 $Q CTRL Q1018 $R CTRL R1019 $S CTRL S1020 $T CTRL T1021 $U CTRL U1022 $V CTRL V1023 $W CTRL W1024 $X CTRL X1The keystroke in bold is sent only if the “Function Key Mapping” is enabled. Otherwise, the unbolded keystroke is sent.

$USB Interface 6 - 131025 $Y CTRL Y1026 $Z CTRL Z1027 %A CTRL [/ESC11028 %B CTRL \1029 %C CTRL ]1030 %D CTRL 61031 %E CTRL -1032 Space Space1033 /A !1034 /B “1035 /C #1036 /D $1037 /E %1038 /F &1039 /G ‘1040 /H (1041 /I )1042 /J *1043 /K +1044 /L ,1045 - -1046 . .1047 /O /1048 0 01049 1 11050 2 21051 3 31052 4 4Table 6-2 ASCII Character Set for USB (Continued)ASCII ValueFull ASCIICode 39 Encode CharacterKeystroke1The keystroke in bold is sent only if the “Function Key Mapping” is enabled. Otherwise, the unbolded keystroke is sent.$

6 - 14 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference Guide1053 5 51054 6 61055 7 71056 8 81057 9 91058 /Z :1059 %F ;1060 %G <1061 %H =1062 %I >1063 %J ?1064 %V @1065 A A1066 B B1067 C C1068 D D1069 E E1070 F F1071 G G1072 H H1073 I I1074 J J1075 K K1076 L L1077 M M1078 N N1079 O O1080 P PTable 6-2 ASCII Character Set for USB (Continued)ASCII ValueFull ASCIICode 39 Encode CharacterKeystroke1The keystroke in bold is sent only if the “Function Key Mapping” is enabled. Otherwise, the unbolded keystroke is sent.

$USB Interface 6 - 151081 Q Q1082 R R1083 S S1084 T T1085 U U1086 V V1087 W W1088 X X1089 Y Y1090 Z Z1091 %K [1092 %L \1093 %M ]1094 %N ^1095 %O _1096 %W `1097 +A a1098 +B b1099 +C c1100 +D d1101 +E e1102 +F f1103 +G g1104 +H h1105 +I i1106 +J j1107 +K k1108 +L lTable 6-2 ASCII Character Set for USB (Continued)ASCII ValueFull ASCIICode 39 Encode CharacterKeystroke1The keystroke in bold is sent only if the “Function Key Mapping” is enabled. Otherwise, the unbolded keystroke is sent.$

6 - 16 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference Guide1109 +M m1110 +N n1111 +O o1112 +P p1113 +Q q1114 +R r1115 +S s1116 +T t1117 +U u1118 +V v1119 +W w1120 +X x1121 +Y y1122 +Z z1123 %P {1124 %Q |1125 %R }1126 %S ~Table 6-2 ASCII Character Set for USB (Continued)ASCII ValueFull ASCIICode 39 Encode CharacterKeystroke1The keystroke in bold is sent only if the “Function Key Mapping” is enabled. Otherwise, the unbolded keystroke is sent.

USB Interface 6 - 17Table 6-3 USB ALT Key Character SetALT Keys Keystroke2064 ALT 22065 ALT A2066 ALT B2067 ALT C2068 ALT D2069 ALT E2070 ALT F2071 ALT G2072 ALT H2073 ALT I2074 ALT J2075 ALT K2076 ALT L2077 ALT M2078 ALT N2079 ALT O2080 ALT P2081 ALT Q2082 ALT R2083 ALT S2084 ALT T2085 ALT U2086 ALT V2087 ALT W2088 ALT X2089 ALT Y2090 ALT Z

6 - 18 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideTable 6-4 USB GUI Key Character SetGUI Key Keystroke3000 Right Control Key3048 GUI 03049 GUI 13050 GUI 23051 GUI 33052 GUI 43053 GUI 53054 GUI 63055 GUI 73056 GUI 83057 GUI 93065 GUI A3066 GUI B3067 GUI C3068 GUI D3069 GUI E3070 GUI F3071 GUI G3072 GUI H3073 GUI I3074 GUI J3075 GUI K3076 GUI L3077 GUI M3078 GUI N3079 GUI O3080 GUI PNote: GUI Shift Keys - The Apple™ iMac keyboard has an apple key on either side of the space bar. Windows-based systems have a GUI key to the left of the left ALT key, and to the right of the right ALT key.

USB Interface 6 - 193081 GUI Q3082 GUI R3083 GUI S3084 GUI T3085 GUI U3086 GUI V3087 GUI W3088 GUI X3089 GUI Y3090 GUI ZTable 6-5 USB F Key Character SetF Keys Keystroke5001 F15002 F25003 F35004 F45005 F55006 F65007 F75008 F85009 F95010 F105011 F115012 F125013 F135014 F145015 F15Table 6-4 USB GUI Key Character Set (Continued)GUI Key KeystrokeNote: GUI Shift Keys - The Apple™ iMac keyboard has an apple key on either side of the space bar. Windows-based systems have a GUI key to the left of the left ALT key, and to the right of the right ALT key.

6 - 20 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference Guide5016 F165017 F175018 F185019 F195020 F205021 F215022 F225023 F235024 F24Table 6-6 USB Numeric Keypad Character SetNumeric Keypad Keystroke6042 *6043 +6044 undefined6045 -6046 .6047 /6048 06049 16050 26051 36052 46053 56054 66055 76056 86057 96058 Enter6059 Num LockTable 6-5 USB F Key Character Set (Continued)F Keys Keystroke

USB Interface 6 - 21Table 6-7 USB Extended Keypad Character SetExtended Keypad Keystroke7001 Break7002 Delete7003 PgUp7004 End7005 Pg Dn7006 Pause7007 Scroll Lock7008 Backspace7009 Tab7010 Print Screen7011 Insert7012 Home7013 Enter7014 Escape7015 Up Arrow7016 Down Arrow7017 Left Arrow7018 Right Arrow

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Chapter 7 RS-232 InterfaceIntroductionThis chapter provides instructions for programming the cradle to interface with an RS-232 host interface. The RS-232 interface is used to attach the scanner cradle to point-of-sale devices, host computers, or other devices with an available RS-232 port (i.e., COM port).If the particular host is not listed in Table 7-2, set the communication parameters to match the host device. Refer to the documentation for the host device.Throughout the programming bar code menus, default values are indicated with asterisks (*).NOTE This digital scanner uses TTL RS-232 signal levels, which interface with most system architectures. For system architectures requiring RS-232C signal levels, Motorola offers different cables providing the TTL to RS-232C conversion. Contact Motorola Enterprise Mobility Support for more information.*Baud Rate 38,400 Feature/Option* Indicates Default

7 - 2 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideConnecting an RS-232 InterfaceThis connection is made directly from the cradle to the host computer.Figure 7-1 RS-232 Direct ConnectionTo connect the RS-232 interface:1. Attach the modular connector of the RS-232 interface cable to the host port on the bottom of the scanner cradle (see Connecting the Cradle on page 1-6).2. Connect the other end of the RS-232 interface cable to the serial port on the host.3. Connect the power supply to the serial connector end of the RS-232 interface cable. Plug the power supply into an appropriate outlet.4. Select the RS-232 host type by scanning the appropriate bar code from RS-232 Host Types on page 7-6.5. To modify any other parameter options, scan the appropriate bar codes in this chapter.If a power supply is used, disconnect the power supply before changing host cables or the cradle may not recognize the new host.NOTE See Chapter 4, Radio Communications for information about digital scanner/cradle pairing and wireless communicationThe digital scanner must be connected to the cradle for the host parameter setting to take effect. When the digital scanner is not connected to a cradle, and a host parameter bar code is scanned, a long low/long high beep sequence sounds.Interface CableSerial PortConnectionto HostPower SupplyNOTE Interface cables vary depending on configuration. The connectors illustrated in Figure 7-1 are examples only. The connectors may be different than those illustrated, but the steps to connect the cradle remain the same.

RS-232 Interface 7 - 3RS-232 Parameter DefaultsTable 7-1 lists the defaults for RS-232 host parameters. If any option needs to be changed, scan the appropriate bar code(s) provided in the Parameter Descriptions section beginning on page 7-4.NOTE See Appendix A, Standard Default Parameters for all user preferences, hosts, symbologies, and miscellaneous default parameters.Table 7-1 RS-232 Host Default TableParameter Default Page NumberRS-232 Host ParametersRS-232 Host Types Standard7-6Baud Rate 96007-8Parity Type None7-9Stop Bit Select 1 Stop Bit7-9Data Bits (ASCII Format) 8-Bit7-10Check Receive Errors Enable7-11Hardware Handshaking None7-11Software Handshaking None7-13Host Serial Response Time-out 2 sec7-15RTS Line State Low RTS7-16Beep on <BEL> Disable7-16Intercharacter Delay 0 msec7-17Nixdorf Beep/LED Options Normal Operation7-18Ignore Unknown Characters Send Bar Code7-18

7 - 4 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideRS-232 Host ParametersVarious RS-232 hosts are set up with their own parameter default settings (Table 7-2). Selecting the ICL, Fujitsu, Wincor-Nixdorf Mode A, Wincor-Nixdorf Mode B, Olivetti, Omron, or terminal sets the defaults listed below. Table 7-2 Terminal Specific RS-232Parameter ICL FujitsuWincor-NixdorfMode AWincor-Nixdorf Mode B/OPOS/JPOSOlivetti Omron CUTETransmit Code IDYes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes YesData Transmission FormatData/Suffix Data/Suffix Data/Suffix Data/Suffix Prefix/Data/Suffix Data/Suffix Prefix/Data/SuffixSuffixCR (1013) CR (1013) CR (1013) CR (1013) ETX (1002) CR (1013) CR (1013) ETX (1002)Baud Rate9600 9600 9600 9600 9600 9600 9600ParityEven None Odd Odd Even None EvenHardware HandshakingRTS/CTS Option 3 None RTS/CTSOption 3 RTS/CTS Option 3 None None NoneSoftware HandshakingNone None None None ACK/NAK None NoneSerial Response Time-out9.9 Sec. 2 Sec. 9.9 Sec. 9.9 Sec. 9.9 Sec. 9.9 Sec. 9.9 Sec.Stop Bit SelectOne One One One One One OneASCII Format8-Bit 8-Bit 8-Bit 8-Bit 7-Bit 8-Bit 7-BitBeep On <BEL>Disable Disable Disable Disable Disable Disable DisableRTS Line StateHigh Low Low Low = No data to send Low High HighPrefixNone None None None STX (1003) None STX (1003)In the Nixdorf Mode B, if CTS is low, scanning is disabled. When CTS is high, scanning is enabled.If you scan Nixdorf Mode B without connecting the digital scanner to the proper host, it may appear unable to scan. If this happens, scan a different RS-232 host type within 5 seconds of cycling power to the digital scanner.The CUTE host disables all parameter scanning, including Set Defaults. If you inadvertently select CUTE, scan *Enable Parameter Bar Code Scanning (01h) on page 5-5, then change the host selection.

RS-232 Interface 7 - 5RS-232 Host Parameters (continued)Selecting the ICL, Fujitsu, Wincor-Nixdorf Mode A, Wincor-Nixdorf Mode B, OPOS terminal enables the transmission of code ID characters listed in Table 7-3 below. These code ID characters are not programmable and are separate from the Transmit Code ID feature. The Transmit Code ID feature should not be enabled for these terminals.Table 7-3 Terminal Specific Code ID CharactersCode Type ICL FujitsuWincor-NixdorfMode AWincor-Nixdorf Mode B/OPOS/JPOSOlivetti Omron CUTEUPC-A AAA A AAAUPC-E EEC C CENoneEAN-8/JAN-8 FF FF B B B FF NoneEAN-13/JAN-13FFA A AF ACode 39C <len> None M M M <len> C <len> 3Code 39 Full ASCIINone None M M None None 3CodabarN <len> None N N N <len> N <len> NoneCode 128L <len> None K K K <len> L <len> 5I 2 of 5 I <len> None I I I <len> I <len> 1Code 93None None L L L <len> None NoneD 2 of 5H <len> None H H H <len> H <len> 2GS1-128L <len> None P P P <len> L <len> 5MSI None None O O O <len> None NoneBookland EANFFA A AF NoneTriopticNone None None None None None NoneCode 11None None None None None None NoneIATAH<len> None H H None None 2Code 32None None None None None None NoneGS1 Databar VariantsNone None E E None None NonePDF417None None Q Q None None 6DatamatrixNone None None None None None 4QR CodesNone None None None None None 7Aztec/Aztec RuneNone None None None None None 8

7 - 6 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideRS-232 Host TypesTo select an RS-232 host interface, scan one of the following bar codes.*Standard RS-232ICL RS-232Wincor-Nixdorf RS-232 Mode AWincor-Nixdorf RS-232 Mode BOlivetti ORS4500

RS-232 Interface 7 - 7OmronOPOS/JPOS Fujitsu RS-232SITA/CUTE

7 - 8 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideBaud RateBaud rate is the number of bits of data transmitted per second. Set the digital scanner's baud rate to match the baud rate setting of the host device. Otherwise, data may not reach the host device or may reach it in distorted form.Baud Rate 600Baud Rate 1200Baud Rate 2400Baud Rate 4800*Baud Rate 9600Baud Rate 19,200Baud Rate 38,400

RS-232 Interface 7 - 9ParityA parity check bit is the most significant bit of each ASCII coded character. Select the parity type according to host device requirements.•Select Odd parity and the parity bit value is set to 0 or 1, based on data, to ensure that an odd number of 1 bits are contained in the coded character.•Select Even parity and the parity bit value is set to 0 or 1, based on data, to ensure that an even number of 1 bits are contained in the coded character.•Select Mark parity and the parity bit is always 1.•Select Space parity and the parity bit is always 0.•Select None when no parity bit is required.Stop Bit SelectThe stop bit(s) at the end of each transmitted character marks the end of transmission of one character and prepares the receiving device for the next character in the serial data stream. The number of stop bits selected OddEvenMarkSpace*None

7 - 10 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference Guide(one or two) depends on the number the receiving terminal is programmed to accommodate. Set the number of stop bits to match host device requirements.Data Bits (ASCII Format)This parameter allows the digital scanner to interface with devices requiring a 7-bit or 8-bit ASCII protocol.*1 Stop Bit2 Stop Bits7-Bit*8-Bit

RS-232 Interface 7 - 11Check Receive ErrorsSelect whether or not the parity, framing, and overrun of received characters are checked. The parity value of received characters is verified against the parity parameter selected above.Hardware HandshakingThe data interface consists of an RS-232 port designed to operate either with or without the hardware handshaking lines, Request to Send (RTS), and Clear to Send (CTS).If Standard RTS/CTS handshaking is not selected, scan data is transmitted as it becomes available. If Standard RTS/CTS handshaking is selected, scan data is transmitted according to the following sequence: •The digital scanner reads the CTS line for activity. If CTS is asserted, the digital scanner waits up to Host Serial Response Time-out for the host to de-assert the CTS line. If, after Host Serial Response Time-out, the CTS line is still asserted, the digital scanner sounds a transmit error, and any scanned data is lost.•When the CTS line is de-asserted, the digital scanner asserts the RTS line and waits up to Host Serial Response Time-out for the host to assert CTS. When the host asserts CTS, data is transmitted. If, after Host Serial Response Time-out, the CTS line is not asserted, the digital scanner sounds a transmit error, and discards the data.•When data transmission is complete, the digital scanner de-asserts RTS 10 msec after sending the last character.•The host should respond by negating CTS. The digital scanner checks for a de-asserted CTS upon the next transmission of data.During the transmission of data, the CTS line should be asserted. If CTS is de-asserted for more than 50 ms between characters, the transmission is aborted, the digital scanner sounds a transmission error, and the data is discarded.If the above communication sequence fails, the digital scanner issues an error indication. In this case, the data is lost and must be rescanned.If Hardware Handshaking and Software Handshaking are both enabled, Hardware Handshaking takes precedence.*Check For Received Errors(Enable)Do Not Check For Received Errors(Disable)NOTE The DTR signal is jumpered to the active state.

7 - 12 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideHardware Handshaking (continued)•None: Scan the bar code below if no Hardware Handshaking is desired.•Standard RTS/CTS: Scan the bar code below to select Standard RTS/CTS Hardware Handshaking.•RTS/CTS Option 1: When RTS/CTS Option 1 is selected, the digital scanner asserts RTS before transmitting and ignores the state of CTS. The digital scanner de-asserts RTS when the transmission is complete.•RTS/CTS Option 2: When Option 2 is selected, RTS is always high or low (user-programmed logic level). However, the digital scanner waits for CTS to be asserted before transmitting data. If CTS is not asserted within Host Serial Response Time-out, the digital scanner issues an error indication and discards the data.•RTS/CTS Option 3: When Option 3 is selected, the digital scanner asserts RTS prior to any data transmission, regardless of the state of CTS. The digital scanner waits up to Host Serial Response Time-out for CTS to be asserted. If CTS is not asserted during this time, the digital scanner issues an error indication and discards the data. The digital scanner de-asserts RTS when transmission is complete.*NoneStandard RTS/CTSRTS/CTS Option 1RTS/CTS Option 2RTS/CTS Option 3

RS-232 Interface 7 - 13Software HandshakingThis parameter offers control of the data transmission process in addition to, or instead of, that offered by hardware handshaking. There are five options.If Software Handshaking and Hardware Handshaking are both enabled, Hardware Handshaking takes precedence.•None: When this option is selected, data is transmitted immediately. No response is expected from host.•ACK/NAK: When this option is selected, after transmitting data, the digital scanner expects either an ACK or NAK response from the host. When a NAK is received, the digital scanner transmits the same data again and waits for either an ACK or NAK. After three unsuccessful attempts to send data when NAKs are received, the digital scanner issues an error indication and discards the data.The digital scanner waits up to the programmable Host Serial Response Time-out to receive an ACK or NAK. If the digital scanner does not get a response in this time, it issues an error indication and discards the data. There are no retries when a time-out occurs.•ENQ: When this option is selected, the digital scanner waits for an ENQ character from the host before transmitting data. If an ENQ is not received within the Host Serial Response Time-out, the digital scanner issues an error indication and discards the data. The host must transmit an ENQ character at least every Host Serial Response Time-out to prevent transmission errors.•ACK/NAK with ENQ: This combines the two previous options. For re-transmissions of data, due to a NAK from the host, an additional ENQ is not required.•XON/XOFF: An XOFF character turns the digital scanner transmission off until the digital scanner receives an XON character. There are two situations for XON/XOFF:•XOFF is received before the digital scanner has data to send. When the digital scanner has data to send, it waits up to Host Serial Response Time-out for an XON character before transmission. If the XON is not received within this time, the digital scanner issues an error indication and discards the data.•XOFF is received during a transmission. Data transmission then stops after sending the current byte. When the digital scanner receives an XON character, it sends the rest of the data message. The digital scanner waits up to 30 seconds for the XON.

7 - 14 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideSoftware Handshaking (continued)*NoneACK/NAKENQACK/NAK with ENQXON/XOFF

RS-232 Interface 7 - 15Host Serial Response Time-outThis parameter specifies how long the digital scanner waits for an ACK, NAK, ENQ, XON, or CTS before determining that a transmission error occurred.*Minimum: 2 secLow: 2.5 secMedium: 5 secHigh: 7.5 secMaximum: 9.9 sec

7 - 16 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideRTS Line StateThis parameter sets the idle state of the Serial Host RTS line. Scan a bar code below to select Low RTS or High RTS line state.Beep on <BEL>Point-to-Point Mode OnlyWhen this parameter is enabled, the digital scanner issues a beep when a <BEL> character is detected on the RS-232 serial line. <BEL> is issued to gain a user's attention to an illegal entry or other important event.*Host: Low RTSHost: High RTSNOTE This parameter is not supported in Multipoint-to-Point mode.Beep On <BEL> Character(Enable)*Do Not Beep On <BEL> Character(Disable)

RS-232 Interface 7 - 17Intercharacter DelayThis parameter specifies the intercharacter delay inserted between character transmissions.*Minimum: 0 msecLow: 25 msecMedium: 50 msecHigh: 75 msecMaximum: 99 msec

7 - 18 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideNixdorf Beep/LED OptionsWhen Nixdorf Mode B is selected, this indicates when the digital scanner should beep and turn on its LED after a decode.Ignore Unknown CharactersUnknown characters are characters the host does not recognize. When Send Bar Codes with Unknown Characters is selected, all bar code data is sent except for unknown characters, and no error beeps sound on the digital scanner. When Do Not Send Bar Codes With Unknown Characters is selected, bar code data is sent up to the first unknown character and then an error beep sounds on the digital scanner.*Normal Operation(Beep/LED immediately after decode)Beep/LED After TransmissionBeep/LED After CTS Pulse*Send Bar Code with Unknown CharactersDo Not Send Bar Codes with Unknown Characters

RS-232 Interface 7 - 19ASCII Character Set for RS-232The values in Table 7-4 can be assigned as prefixes or suffixes for ASCII character data transmission.Table 7-4 ASCII Character Set for RS-232ASCII Value Full ASCIICode 39 Encode Character ASCII Character1000 %U NUL1001 $A SOH1002 $B STX1003 $C ETX1004 $D EOT1005 $E ENQ1006 $F ACK1007 $G BELL1008 $H BCKSPC1009 $I HORIZ TAB1010 $J LF/NW LN1011 $K VT1012 $L FF1013 $M CR/ENTER1014 $N SO1015 $O SI1016 $P DLE1017 $Q DC1/XON1018 $R DC21019 $S DC3/XOFF1020 $T DC41021 $U NAK1022 $V SYN1023 $W ETB1024 $X CAN1025 $Y EM1026 $Z SUB

7 - 20 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference Guide1027 %A ESC1028 %B FS1029 %C GS1030 %D RS1031 %E US1032 Space Space1033 /A !1034 /B "1035 /C #1036 /D $1037 /E %1038 /F &1039 /G ‘1040 /H (1041 /I )1042 /J *1043 /K +1044 /L ,1045 - -1046 . .1047 /O /1048 0 01049 1 11050 2 21051 3 31052 4 41053 5 51054 6 61057 7 71056 8 8Table 7-4 ASCII Character Set for RS-232 (Continued)ASCII Value Full ASCIICode 39 Encode Character ASCII Character

RS-232 Interface 7 - 211057 9 91058 /Z :1059 %F ;1060 %G <1061 %H =1062 %I >1063 %J ?1064 %V @1065 A A1066 B B1067 C C1068 D D1069 E E1070 F F1071 G G1072 H H1073 I I1074 J J1075 K K1076 L L1077 M M1078 N N1079 O O1080 P P1081 Q Q1082 R R1083 S S1084 T T1085 U U1086 V VTable 7-4 ASCII Character Set for RS-232 (Continued)ASCII Value Full ASCIICode 39 Encode Character ASCII Character

$7 - 22 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference Guide1087 W W1088 X X1089 Y Y1090 Z Z1091 %K [1092 %L \1093 %M ]1094 %N ^1095 %O _1096 %W `1097 +A a1098 +B b1099 +C c1100 +D d1101 +E e1102 +F f1103 +G g1104 +H h1105 +I i1106 +J j1107 +K k1108 +L l1109 +M m1110 +N n1111 +O o1112 +P p1113 +Q q1114 +R r1115 +S s1116 +T tTable 7-4 ASCII Character Set for RS-232 (Continued)ASCII Value Full ASCIICode 39 Encode Character ASCII Character$

RS-232 Interface 7 - 231117 +U u1118 +V v1119 +W w1120 +X x1121 +Y y1122 +Z z1123 %P {1124 %Q |1125 %R }1126 %S ~1127 Undefined7013 ENTERTable 7-4 ASCII Character Set for RS-232 (Continued)ASCII Value Full ASCIICode 39 Encode Character ASCII Character

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Chapter 8 Keyboard Wedge InterfaceIntroductionThis chapter provides instructions for programming the cradle for keyboard wedge host interface, used to connect the cradle between the keyboard and host computer. The digital scanner translates the bar code data into keystrokes, and transmits the information to the host computer via the cradle interface. The host computer accepts the keystrokes as if they originated from the keyboard.This interface adds bar code reading functionality to a system designed for manual keyboard input. In this mode the keyboard keystrokes are simply passed through.Throughout the programming bar code menus, default values are indicated with asterisks (*).*North American Feature/Option* Indicates Default

8 - 2 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideConnecting a Keyboard Wedge InterfaceThe digital scanner must be connected to the cradle for the host parameter setting to take effect. When the digital scanner is not connected to a cradle, and a host parameter bar code is scanned, a long low/long high beep sequence sounds.Figure 8-1 Keyboard Wedge Connection with Y-cableTo connect the Keyboard Wedge interface Y-cable:1. Turn off the host and unplug the keyboard connector.2. Attach the modular connector of the Y-cable to the host port on the bottom of the digital scanner cradle. See Connecting the Cradle on page 1-6.3. Connect the round male DIN host connector of the Y-cable to the keyboard port on the host device.4. Connect the round female DIN keyboard connector of the Y-cable to the keyboard connector.5. If needed, attach the optional power supply to the connector in the middle of the Y-cable.6. Ensure that all connections are secure.7. Turn on the host system.8. Select the Keyboard Wedge host type by scanning the appropriate bar code from Keyboard Wedge Host Parameters on page 8-4.9. To modify any other parameter options, scan the appropriate bar codes in this chapter.NOTE See Chapter 4, Radio Communications for information about digital scanner/cradle pairing and wireless communication.Male DIN ConnectorFemale DIN Keyboard ConnectorKeyboard Connector Y-cable

Keyboard Wedge Interface 8 - 3If a power supply is used, disconnect the power supply before changing host cables or the cradle may not recognize the new host.Keyboard Wedge Parameter DefaultsTable 8-1 lists the defaults for Keyboard Wedge host parameters. To change any option, scan the appropriate bar code(s) in the Keyboard Wedge Host Parameters section beginning on page 8-4.NOTE Interface cables vary depending on configuration. The connectors illustrated in Figure 8-1 are examples only. The connectors may be different than those illustrated, but the steps to connect the cradle remain the same.NOTE See Appendix A, Standard Default Parameters for all user preferences, hosts, symbologies, and miscellaneous default parameters.Table 8-1 Keyboard Wedge Host Default TableParameter Default Page NumberKeyboard Wedge Host ParametersKeyboard Wedge Host Type IBM PC/AT& IBM PC Compatibles18-4Country Types (Country Codes) North American8-5Ignore Unknown Characters Send8-6Keystroke Delay No Delay8-7Intra-Keystroke Delay Disable8-7Alternate Numeric Keypad Emulation Disable8-8Caps Lock On Disable8-8Caps Lock Override Disable8-9Convert Wedge Data No Convert8-9Function Key Mapping Disable8-10FN1 Substitution Disable8-10Send and Make Break Send8-111User selection is required to configure this interface and this is the most common selection.

8 - 4 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideKeyboard Wedge Host ParametersKeyboard Wedge Host TypesSelect the Keyboard Wedge host by scanning one of the bar codes below.IBM PC/AT & IBM PC Compatibles1IBM AT NotebookNOTE 1User selection is required to configure this interface and this is the most common selection.

Keyboard Wedge Interface 8 - 5Keyboard Wedge Country Types (Country Codes)Scan the bar code corresponding to the keyboard type. If the keyboard type is not listed, see Alternate Numeric Keypad Emulation on page 8-8.*North AmericanGerman WindowsFrench WindowsFrench Canadian Windows 95/98French Canadian Windows XP/2000Spanish WindowsItalian Windows

8 - 6 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideIgnore Unknown CharactersUnknown characters are characters the host does not recognize. When Send Bar Codes With Unknown Characters is selected, all bar code data is sent except for unknown characters, and no error beeps sound on the digital scanner. When Do Not Send Bar Codes With Unknown Characters is selected, bar code data is sent up to the first unknown character, then the digital scanner issues an error beep.Keyboard Wedge Country Types (Country Codes continued)Swedish WindowsUK English WindowsJapanese WindowsPortuguese-Brazilian Windows*Send Bar Codes with Unknown CharactersDo Not Send Bar Codes with Unknown Characters

Keyboard Wedge Interface 8 - 7Keystroke DelayThis is the delay in milliseconds between emulated keystrokes. Scan a bar code below to increase the delay when hosts require a slower transmission of data.Intra-Keystroke Delay When enabled, an additional delay is inserted between each emulated key depression and release. This sets the Keystroke Delay parameter to a minimum of 5 msec as well.*No DelayMedium Delay (20 msec)Long Delay (40 msec)Enable Intra-Keystroke Delay*Disable Intra-Keystroke Delay

8 - 8 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideAlternate Numeric Keypad EmulationThis allows emulation of most other country keyboard types not listed in Keyboard Wedge Country Types (Country Codes) on page 8-5 in a Microsoft® operating system environment. Caps Lock OnWhen enabled, the digital scanner emulates keystrokes as if the Caps Lock key is always pressed. Note that if both Caps Lock On and Caps Lock Override are enabled, Caps Lock Override takes precedenceEnable Alternate Numeric Keypad*Disable Alternate Numeric KeypadEnable Caps Lock On*Disable Caps Lock On

Keyboard Wedge Interface 8 - 9Caps Lock OverrideWhen enabled, on AT or AT Notebook hosts, the keyboard ignores the state of the Caps Lock key. Therefore, an ‘A’ in the bar code is sent as an ‘A’ no matter what the state of the keyboard’s Caps Lock key.Note that if both Caps Lock On and Caps Lock Override are enabled, Caps Lock Override takes precedence.Convert Wedge DataWhen enabled, the digital scanner converts all bar code data to the selected case.Enable Caps Lock Override*Disable Caps Lock OverrideConvert to Upper CaseConvert to Lower Case*No Convert

8 - 10 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideFunction Key MappingASCII values under 32 are normally sent as control key sequences (see Table 8-2 on page 8-13). When this parameter is enabled, the keys in bold are sent in place of the standard key mapping. Table entries that do not have a bold entry remain the same whether or not this parameter is enabled.FN1 SubstitutionWhen enabled, the digital scanner replaces FN1 characters in an EAN128 bar code with a keystroke chosen by the user (see FN1 Substitution Values on page 5-36).Enable Function Key Mapping*Disable Function Key MappingEnable FN1 Substitution*Disable FN1 Substitution

Keyboard Wedge Interface 8 - 11Send Make and BreakWhen enabled, the scan codes for releasing a key are not sent.*Send Make and Break Scan CodesSend Make Scan Code Only

8 - 12 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference GuideKeyboard MapsRefer to the following keyboard map for prefix/suffix keystroke parameters. To program the prefix/suffix values, see the bar codes on page 5-34.Figure 8-2 IBM PS2 Type Keyboard70137014 5001 5002 5003 5004 5005 5006 5007 5008 5009 501070135011 7010 7007 700670015012700870097011 7012 70037002 7004 70057017 701670157018

Keyboard Wedge Interface 8 - 13ASCII Character Set for Keyboard WedgeNOTE Code 39 Full ASCII interprets the bar code special character ($ + % /) preceding a Code 39 character and assigns an ASCII character value to the pair. For example, when Code 39 Full ASCII is enabled and a +B is scanned, it is interpreted as b, %J as ?, and %V as @. Scanning ABC%I outputs the keystroke equivalent of ABC >..Table 8-2 Keyboard Wedge ASCII Character SetASCII Value Full ASCII Code 39 Encode Character Keystroke1001 $A CTRL A1002 $B CTRL B1003 $C CTRL C1004 $D CTRL D1005 $E CTRL E1006 $F CTRL F1007 $G CTRL G1008 $H CTRL H/BACKSPACE11009 $I CTRL I/HORIZONTAL TAB11010 $J CTRL J1011 $K CTRL K1012 $L CTRL L1013 $M CTRL M/ENTER11014 $N CTRL N1015 $O CTRL O1016 $P CTRL P1017 $Q CTRL Q1018 $R CTRL R1019 $S CTRL S1020 $T CTRL T1021 $U CTRL U1The keystroke in bold is sent only if the “Function Key Mapping” is enabled. Otherwise, the unbolded keystroke is sent.

$8 - 14 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference Guide1022 $V CTRL V1023 $W CTRL W1024 $X CTRL X1025 $Y CTRL Y1026 $Z CTRL Z1027 %A CTRL [ /ESC11028 %B CTRL \1029 %C CTRL ]1030 %D CTRL 61031 %E CTRL -1032 Space Space1033 /A !1034 /B “1035 /C #1036 /D $1037 /E %1038 /F &1039 /G ‘1040 /H (1041 /I )1042 /J *1043 /K +1044 /L ,1045 - -1046 . .1047 /O /1048 0 01049 1 1Table 8-2 Keyboard Wedge ASCII Character Set (Continued)ASCII Value Full ASCII Code 39 Encode Character Keystroke1The keystroke in bold is sent only if the “Function Key Mapping” is enabled. Otherwise, the unbolded keystroke is sent.$

Keyboard Wedge Interface 8 - 151050 2 21051 3 31052 4 41053 5 51054 6 61055 7 71056 8 81057 9 91058 /Z :1059 %F ;1060 %G <1061 %H =1062 %I >1063 %J ?1064 %V @1065 A A1066 B B1067 C C1068 D D1069 E E1070 F F1071 G G1072 H H1073 I I1074 J J1075 K K1076 L L1077 M MTable 8-2 Keyboard Wedge ASCII Character Set (Continued)ASCII Value Full ASCII Code 39 Encode Character Keystroke1The keystroke in bold is sent only if the “Function Key Mapping” is enabled. Otherwise, the unbolded keystroke is sent.

$8 - 16 Symbol DS6878 Product Reference Guide1078 N N1079 O O1080 P P1081 Q Q1082 R R1083 S S1084 T T1085 U U1086 V V1087 W W1088 X X1089 Y Y1090 Z Z1091 %K [1092 %L \1093 %M ]1094 %N ^1095 %O _1096 %W ‘1097 +A a1098 +B b1099 +C c1100 +D d1101 +E e1102 +F f1103 +G g1104 +H h1105 +I iTable 8-2 Keyboard Wedge ASCII Character Set (Continued)ASCII Value Full ASCII Code 39 Encode Character Keystroke1The keystroke in bold is sent only if the “Function Key Mapping” is enabled. Otherwise, the unbolded keystroke is sent.$

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