User's Manual

Chapter 1 — Using the CN3
28 CN3 Mobile Computer User’s Manual for Windows Mobile 6.1
If you are using bar code labels that are encoded in a different
symbology, you need to enable the symbology on the computer. Use
Intermec Settings to enable and disable symbologies. For help, see
“Configuring the CN3 Parameters” on page 45.
Improving Imager Performance
If you experience problems reading bar codes, try some of these tips to
improve imager performance.
Keep your hand as steady as possible while scanning a label.
Position the imager as close to the bar code as possible while still
being able to capture the entire bar code.
Enable only the bar code symbologies that you need to use every
day.
You can also choose a predefined mode that optimizes imager settings
for different needs or environments.
To choose a predefined mode for the imager
1 Start Intermec Settings. For help, see “Configuring the CN3
Parameters” on page 45.
2 Tap Data Collection > Internal Scanner > Imager Settings >
General and then choose an option from the Predefined Modes
list:
3 Save your settings.
Predefined Mode Select if You Are Scanning:
1D Only 1D labels.
1D and 2D Standard (Default) All types of bar code labels.
1D and 2D Bright
Environment
In high ambient light, such as outdoors in the
sunshine.
1D and 2D
Reflective Surface
Glossy labels.
Custom In conditions that require customized settings.
For complete information about these settings,
commands, and parameters, see the
Intermec Settings Command Reference Manual.