MS-Q Imager User’s Manual P/N 84-006100 Rev A
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Introduction Microscan Limited Warranty Statement and Exclusions What Is Covered? Microscan Systems Inc. warrants to the original purchaser that products manufactured by it will be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of one year from the date of shipment. This warranty is specifically limited to, at Microscan’s sole option, repair or replacement with a functionally equivalent unit and return without charge for service or return freight.
Table of Contents Table of Contents Chapter 1 Quick Start Chapter 2 Using ESP Chapter 3 Basic Operations Chapter 4 Communications Chapter 5 Symbologies Check Required Hardware ...................................................................... 1-2 Assemble the Imager .............................................................................. 1-3 USB Interface .......................................................................................... 1-6 PS/2 Interface........................
Introduction Aztec........................................................................................................ 5-3 Codabar ................................................................................................... 5-4 Codablock F ............................................................................................ 5-5 Code 11 ................................................................................................... 5-6 Code 39 ............................................
Table of Contents Auto White Balance ............................................................................... 7-25 Symbol Readability Index ...................................................................... 7-26 Chapter 8 Terminal Chapter 9 Utilities Chapter 10 Unique Item Identifiers Terminal View.......................................................................................... 8-2 Find ...............................................................................................
Introduction About the MS-Q Imager The MS-Q Imager, with point-and-click triggering, can read both 1D and 2D symbols and transfer (or buffer and transfer later) decoded data in both cable and wireless configurations. The MS-Q Imager is available in USB, RS-232, and PS/2 cabled options, a Batch option, and a Bluetooth option. The MS-Q uses dual optics (near field and far field in the same array), a 1.3 million pixel CMOS sensor, and a 400 MHz processor.
Product Labels Product Labels The following labels are located on the MS-Q Quadrus Imager: (Top) (Bottom) (Inside Battery Bay) The following labels are located on the MS-Q Basic Imager: (Top) (Bottom) (Inside Battery Bay) viii MS-Q Imager User’s Manual
Introduction Statement of Agency Compliance The MS-Q has been tested for compliance with FCC regulations and was found to be compliant with all applicable FCC Rules and Regulations. IMPORTANT NOTE: To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, this device must not be co-located or operate in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Introduction Statement of RoHS Compliance All Microscan readers with a ‘G’ suffix in the FIS number are RoHS-Compliant. All compliant readers were converted prior to March 1, 2007. All standard accessories in the Microscan Product Pricing Catalog are RoHS-Compliant except 20-500013-01 and 98-000039-02. These products meet all the requirements of “Directive 2002/95/EC” European Parliament and the Council of the European Union for RoHS compliance.
Introduction Warning and Caution Summary A warning label (see above) is located on the underside of the MS-Q near the battery locking mechanism. Microscan voids product warranty if the hard case has been opened or tampered with in any way. Opening the case may put the user at risk of laser radiation exposure (Class 3R). A second warning label (see above) is placed within the casing structure.
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1 Quick Start Contents Check Required Hardware ........................................................................................................... 1-2 Assemble the Imager.................................................................................................................... 1-3 USB Interface ............................................................................................................................... 1-6 PS/2 Interface.....................................................
Check Required Hardware Check Required Hardware Parts List for MS-Q Imagers with Cabled Handle (H2): • One MS-Q Imager • One H2 Handle • One 6 ft. USB cable (Quadrus models only) Note: PS/2 and RS-232 cables are optional and must be purchased separately. • One Cable Clamp • Two 2-56 x 5/16” screws, hex head, 1.5 inch-pounds (for Cable Clamp) • Two 2-56 x 3/16” screws, hex head, 1.5 inch-pounds (for securing underside of imager body to H2 Handle) • Two 2-56 x 3/16” screws, hex head, 1.
Quick Start Assemble the Imager To assemble the MS-Q Imager with Cabled Handle (H2): 1. Insert the flexible connector at the back of the H2 Handle into the MS-Q’s 8-pin DIN connector. Flexible Connector 2. Snap the imager onto the H2 Handle over the battery blank. Be sure that the underside of the imager is latched at the front of the handle. Latch 3. Secure the flexible connector at the back of the H2 Handle with the two screws provided. Screws 4.
Assemble the Imager To assemble the MS-Q Imager with Battery Handle: 1. Insert the tab on the back of the battery handle into the imager’s recessed slot at the base of the battery bay. Tab 2. Snap the imager onto the battery handle over the battery. Be sure that the underside of the imager is latched at the front of the handle. Latch 3. Secure the underside of the imager to the battery handle with the two screws provided.
Quick Start To assemble the MS-Q Imager with Original Handle (H1): 1. Slide the imager into the handle’s cradle. Be sure the tabs fit into the grooves along the sides of the imager and that the handle’s 8-pin DIN connector inserts completely into the back of the unit. 2. Plug the USB, PS/2, or RS-232 cable into the bottom of the handle. Plug the other end of the cable into the appropriate port on your host computer. Grasp the connection housing and pull to remove. Do not pull directly on the cable.
USB Interface USB Interface Note: The USB interface draws its power from the host computer. USB Configuration Item Description 1 MS-Q Imager 2 USB Cable Part Number Rev 5 Hardware Rev 6 Hardware Quadrus: FIS-6100-0030G, Quadrus: FIS-6100-0047G, -0035G, -0046G -0051G, -0053G Basic: FIS-6150-0020G Basic: FIS-6150-0028G Included Installation Steps for USB 1. Connect the USB cable (2) to the MS-Q (1). 2. Connect the USB cable (2) to the host. You DO NOT need to power off your host computer. 3.
Quick Start PS/2 Interface Note: The PS/2 interface draws its power from the host computer. PS/2 Configuration Item Description 1 MS-Q Imager 2 Keyboard Wedge Cable Part Number Rev 5 Hardware Rev 6 Hardware Quadrus: FIS-6100-0040G, Quadrus: FIS-6100-0049G -0041G Basic: FIS-6150-0030G Basic: FIS-6150-0025G 60-000018-03 Installation Steps for PS/2 1. Power-off the host and disconnect the keyboard. 2. Attach the cable (2) to the MS-Q (1). 3.
RS-232 Interface RS-232 Interface Note: Unlike USB and PS/2, the RS-232 interface does not draw its power from the host computer. RS-232 Configuration Item 1 Description Part Number Quadrus: FIS-6100-XXXXG Basic: FIS-6150-XXXXG Note: For the RS-232 option, order any MS-Q FIS plus the RS-232 kit listed below. 98-000074-04 (U.S.) -05 (Europe) -06 (UK) MS-Q Imager RS-232 Kit includes: 2 RS-232 Cable 3 Power Supply Installation Steps for RS-232 1. Power-off the host computer. 2.
Quick Start Bluetooth Interface Note: The USB interface draws its power from the host computer. Note: The Microscan Bluetooth modem defaults to a USB keyboard interface, and data is displayed as if input from a keyboard.
Batch/Battery Interface Batch/Battery Interface Important: ESP does not support Batch/Battery Interface. Overview In Batch Mode a battery replaces the blank inside the MS-Q. The MS-Q is capable of reading more than 4,000 times from a single battery charge without being physically connected to the host. When you do connect (either by cable or wireless), the buffered data is transferred to the host in the manner determined by your batch setup.
Quick Start Install ESP ESP Software can be found on the Microscan Tools CD that is packaged with the MS-Q. 1. Follow the prompts to install ESP from the CD. 2. Click on the ESP icon to run the program. Note: ESP can also be installed from the Download Center at www.microscan.com. ESP System Requirements • • • • • 166 MHz Pentium processor (recommended) Windows Vista, XP, or 2000 operating system Internet Explorer 5.
Select Model Select Model When you start ESP, the following menu will appear: If you need to select another model later, click Switch Model at the top of the screen. 1. Click the MS-Q button and then click OK. If you do not want to make this selection every time you start ESP, uncheck “Show this dialog at startup”. 2. Select the default reader name (MS-Q-1), or type a name of your choice in the Description text field and click OK. 3.
Quick Start Select Protocol and Connect to Imager RS-232 • In the Select Protocol dialog box, select the communications protocol you are using and click Next. • Print the RS-232 Connect Mode symbol and read it with the imager to ensure that you are in the correct communications mode. Keep the printed symbol in a convenient place for future use. • Click Next when you are finished. • The Com Port dialog will then appear. Select which communications port you are using.
Select Protocol and Connect to Imager USB • In the Select Protocol dialog box, select the communications protocol you are using and click Next. • Print the USB Connect Mode symbol and read it with the imager to ensure that you are in the correct communications mode. Keep the printed symbol in a convenient place for future use. • Click Next when you are finished. The following dialog will then appear: Imager ID number • You will see a “ Reader” ID number in the Select Device field. Click Next.
2 Using ESP Contents EZ Mode ....................................................................................................................................... 2-2 Application Mode .......................................................................................................................... 2-3 Tree Controls................................................................................................................................ 2-4 Menu Toolbar ........................................
EZ Mode EZ Mode The EZ Mode screen is the first thing you will see when you start ESP. EZ Mode will help you get your imager up and running quickly, and will acquaint you with the ESP interface. The EZ Mode toolbar allows you to switch to App Mode, check your connection parameters, and to switch models. The Decode button allows you to begin capturing images and displaying decoded symbol data right away.
Using ESP Application Mode Application Mode gives you access to a robust configuration environment, including tree controls that let you make precise changes to operation parameters, and graphic interfaces that make configuring your imager easy and intuitive. Click here to return to EZ Mode. Menu toolbar Click on this icon to return to this view from Utilities or Terminal. Click these buttons to Send and Receive commands or switch reader models.
Tree Controls Tree Controls To make changes to configuration settings in the tree control menus: 1. Left click on the +/to expand or collapse the tree. 2. Double click on the parameter and click once in the selection box to view options. 3. Place your cursor in the selection box, scroll down to the setting you want to change and click once on the setting. 4. Left click again on the open screen to complete the selection. 5.
Using ESP Menu Toolbar File > New Whenever New is selected from the File menu, the default configuration of ESP is loaded. Open / Save When Save or Save As is selected, the ESP configuration is saved to the host computer’s hard drive and available whenever the same file is selected under Open. When you save menu changes to your hard drive, these changes are not saved to your imager.
Menu Toolbar Model The Model menu allows you to select between reader models. When you choose another model, the current connection with your present model will be terminated. New Model To connect to another model, select New Model, choose the model you want, and click OK. All models you have selected and enabled will continue to appear in the dropdown model menu. The New Model option is repeated when you click the Switch Model button on the top row of icons.
Using ESP Options You can use the Options menu to save memos and set up ESP preferences. Preferences will be saved and loaded into ESP the next time ESP is opened, whether or not you save the ESP file to the host computer. Preferences > General Tab Reload Last File At startup, reloads the last file saved to the computer. Show Model Prompt At startup, remembers the last connected model and displays it in the Connecting... dialog whenever you attempt to connect.
Menu Toolbar Terminal Tab When Show Non-Printable Characters is checked, characters such as ‘CRLF’ will be displayed in the terminal window. When the Enhanced Format radio button is checked, subscript and superscript formatting is shown. When Display incoming data even when not in focus is checked, data from the imager will continue to appear in the terminal even when ESP is not the top window on the host computer’s screen. When Enable Echo is checked, the terminal window displays user-entered data.
Using ESP Bar Code Options Tab Sizing Information Sets element size (in thousands of an inch) of symbols that you create and print from the Bar Code Dialog under View.
Menu Toolbar Advanced Tab The Auto Sync dialog on the Advanced tab allows you to determine whether Auto Sync will be automatically enabled in sections of ESP where it is used, or if it will ask you before it enables Auto Sync functions. Always Ask Before Auto Sync Occurs If you check this option box, you are then able to determine what specific Auto Sync functions will be enabled. Receive Settings from the Reader will automatically send the imager’s settings to ESP when Auto Sync is enabled.
Using ESP Document Memo The information you type in the Document Memo field will appear in a context-sensitive text box whenever your cursor hovers over the Document Memo item on the Options menu. Model Memo Similar to Document Memo, the information you type in the Model Memo field will appear in a context-sensitive text box whenever your cursor hovers over the Model Memo item on the Options menu. Memos created in Model Memo are specific to the model enabled when the message was created.
Menu Toolbar Connect Connection Wizard When you choose to connect to the imager via the Connection Wizard, you will first need to select the correct protocol (see Select Protocol and Connect to Imager in Chapter 1, Quick Start.
Using ESP View The options in the View menu correspond to icons on the operations toolbar (Configuration, Imager, Terminal, Utilities). Each option allows you to configure the imager or to perform various other functions in the chosen view. The Imager, Terminal, and Utilities views are explained fully in later sections. The View menu also allows you to access the Barcode Dialog. Barcode Dialog In the Barcode Dialog you can directly type the text and commands you want to encode.
Send/Receive Send/Receive To access Receive, Save, Default, and Advanced options, click the Send/Recv button. You can also access these options by right-clicking in any of the configuration views. Receive Reader Settings From the Send/Recv menu, select Receive Reader Settings. This option is useful if you want to receive the imager’s settings and save them as a file for later retrieval.
Using ESP Default When you select Default Current Menu Settings or Default all ESP Settings you are only defaulting settings in ESP. The imager is not affected unless you download new settings. Advanced Options Send Current View This is the same as Save to Reader > Send No Save except that only the commands in the current menu tree are sent. Send Current Command This is the same as Send Current View above, but only saves the command that is currently selected.
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3 Basic Operations Contents Step 1 Practice Targeting ............................................................................................................. 3-2 Step 2 Determine Optimum Position ............................................................................................ 3-3 Step 3 Select Quadrus Only or Standard Mode ........................................................................... 3-4 Step 4 Select Adaptive or Fixed Mode ....................................................
Practice Targeting Step 1 — Practice Targeting The laser beam can be harmful to eyesight. Avoid eye contact with the laser beam. Never point the beam at other people, or in a direction where people may be passing. When first connecting, allow approximately 3 seconds for the imager to initialize. 1. Hold the imager steady and point at a symbol between 2.75 and 4.5 inches away (High Resolution Option) or between 2 inches and 19 inches away (Standard Resolution Option). 2. Squeeze and hold the trigger. 3.
Basic Operations Step 2 — Determine Optimum Position 1. Position the reader in front of the symbol. • High Resolution Option: 2.75 inches for near field or 4.5 inches for far field. • Standard Resolution Option: 4 inches for near field and 9 inches for far field. 2. Determine the optimum read position by triggering at different distances and angles. 3. To speed up decoding, try enabling near field or far field only. (Both fields are enabled by default.
Select Quadrus Only or Standard Mode Step 3 — Select Quadrus Only or Standard Mode This feature is available for MS-Q Quadrus models only. The firmware in the MS-Q Imager allows you to toggle easily between the specialized Quadrus Only Mode that is preferred for DPM (Direct Part Marking) or the more generalized Standard Mode.
Basic Operations Step 4 — Select Adaptive or Fixed Mode This feature is available for MS-Q Quadrus models only. When you read symbols in the MS-Q default setup, the imager is in Adaptive Mode. In this mode, when the imager is activated by the handle trigger, it attempts to decode in both the near field and far field resolutions, checks for both light background or dark background images, and cycles through various gain values until a decode is achieved.
Complete Configuration Step 5 — Complete Configuration For the MS-Q Basic, in the default configuration, both the left and right buttons as well as the handle trigger can initiate reads. For the MS-Q Quadrus, in the default configuration, the right button and handle trigger also initiate reads; however, the left button is used to toggle between Quadrus Only and Standard Modes.
Basic Operations Trigger and Button Programming Trigger and button functionality can be configured to read just near field, just far field, or both fields using the symbols listed below. See also Trigger Optimization on page 7-7.
USB Battery Charge Mode USB Battery Charge Mode If you choose to charge the MS-Q Imager’s battery with a USB connection, you have the option of using USB Battery Charge Mode. This mode dedicates most of the power available from the USB connection to charging the battery. Read the symbol below to enable this mode. Default to Previous Settings (Disable USB Battery Charge Mode) Enable USB Battery Charge Mode Note: The imager is able to read and decode symbol data while in USB Battery Charge Mode.
4 Communications Contents Communications by ESP.............................................................................................................. 4-2 Communications Overview........................................................................................................... 4-3 USB Interface ............................................................................................................................... 4-4 PS/2 Interface.......................................................
Communications by ESP Communications by ESP To make changes to configuration settings in the Communications tree control: 1. Left click on the + to expand the tree. 2. Double click on the parameter and click once in the selection box to view options. 3. Place your cursor in the selection box, scroll down to the setting you want to change and click once on the setting. 4-2 4. Left click again on the open screen to complete the selection. 5.
Communications Communications Overview All MS-Q Imagers are shipped with a USB or PS/2 cable. You can also add RS-232 and Bluetooth capabilities and configure your imager accordingly. Whenever you default the imager, it will return to the default settings of whichever interface you are using. Defaulting the imager does not remove preamble and postamble formatting. Note: You must use USB Connect Mode or RS-232 Connect Mode to connect to ESP.
USB Interface USB Interface USB Keyboard is the default interface in which data is transferred to a Windows-based text program as keyboard data. See USB Interface on page 1-6 for detailed steps on setting up the USB Interface. USB Keyboard Mode Data is entered as keyboard sequences. You need to read this symbol whenever you are changing from a different interface to USB. USB Downloader Mode This mode is the standard way of transferring unformatted, unpacketized data to the imager through the USB port.
Communications PS/2 Interface PS/2 Keyboard is the default interface in which data is transferred to a Windows-based text program as keyboard data. See PS/2 Interface on page 1-7 for detailed steps on setting up the PS/2 interface. PS/2 Keyboard Mode Data is entered as keyboard sequences. Read this symbol whenever you are changing from a different interface to PS/2. Important: The imager must be connected to the keyboard for the imager and the keyboard to function in PS/2 Keyboard Mode.
RS-232 Interface RS-232 Interface Enabling either of these modes will disable USB or PS/2 communications and require you to default the imager or read the “USB Keyboard” symbol to return to USB. See RS-232 Interface on page 1-8 for detailed steps on setting up the RS-232 Interface. RS-232 Default Settings Mode This mode is the standard way of transferring unformatted, unpacketized data through the RS-232 port. You will need to read this symbol whenever you set up RS-232 communications.
Communications Parity (RS-232) Parity is an error detection routine in which one data bit in each character is set to 1 or 0 so that the total number of 1 bits in the data field is even or odd. It only needs to be changed if necessary to match the host setting. None (Default) Even Odd Stop Bits (RS-232) Stop Bits are added to indicate the end of each character. This setting should only be changed if necessary to match the host setting.
Bluetooth Interface Bluetooth Interface USB For quick setup information about connecting to the Bluetooth modem via USB, see Bluetooth Interface on page 1-9. RS-232 Once the imager is connected via RS-232, the software on the host must be open to receive data with a communications program such as HyperTerminal. Baud = Parity = Stop Bits = Data Bits = Flow Control = 9600 None One Eight None The Bluetooth radio is a Class 1 device.
Communications Connecting to the Bluetooth Modem via RS-232 RF Two-Way is the mode used when communicating with the Bluetooth modem in RS-232. It is used when there is a need for bidirectional communication between the imager and an application by radio frequency (i.e. Time Stamp, Error Checking, Shared Access, etc.). The imager receives confirmation via packet protocol verification and is 100% reliable. To connect to the Bluetooth modem: 1. Read the RF Two-Way Mode symbol at right. 2.
Bluetooth Interface One-Way Mode Options One-Way Mode is only recommended when connecting to a device well within the imager’s specified range, or when connecting to a device without an operating system (a printer, for example). RF One-Way Mode (Maximum Range) This mode is the standard way of transferring unformatted, unpacketized data by radio frequency. The Maximum Range setting optimizes the imager for greater range but data reliability is lower.
Communications Bluetooth Access When the default Private Access is enabled, only one active and connected imager will be able to send data. An imager remains active if it is connected and has not reached the timeout period set in Sleep Mode Timeout. If it enters Sleep Mode, any other imager enabled for Private Access can become active and maintain exclusive access as long as it remains active itself.
Bluetooth Interface Sleep Mode Timeout Following a period of inactivity, the imager will go into Sleep Mode, during which it will no longer signal its presence to the modem. It leaves Sleep Mode whenever it is powered-on or a read is attempted. When the imager leaves Sleep Mode, there will be approximately 5 seconds of connect time before a symbol can be read and transmitted. Read the symbols below to set the period of time before Bluetooth enters Sleep Mode.
Communications Out-of-Range Notification This feature allows you to set the imager to beep or vibrate when the Bluetooth radio is out of range. Read the symbols below to set the desired Out-of-Range Notification profile.
Bluetooth Interface Lockout Link Mode Lockout Link Mode can be used to establish a permanent connection between the MS-Q and a Bluetooth Modem. • Read the Quick Connect Code on the top of the modem to which you wish to establish a permanent link. • Listen for the single beep to indicate a successful connection. • Read the Lockout Link Mode symbol below. To reassign a permanent connection between the modem and a different MS-Q, read the Unlock Link symbol below.
Communications Connecting via RS-232 with a USB Bluetooth Modem In some applications, it may become necessary to connect to a host via RS-232 using a USB Bluetooth Modem. The following steps allow you to convert a USB Bluetooth connection to RS-232. 1. Plug the USB cable into the Bluetooth Modem and the host computer’s USB port. Important: You must use a charged MS-Q battery for this procedure to work properly. 2. Read the Quick Connect Code on the top label of the Bluetooth Modem.
Batch/Battery Batch/Battery See Batch/Battery Interface on page 1-10 for instructions on installing the battery. The battery automatically charges every time a cable interface is attached to the imager and the host is powered-on. The RS-232 interface power adapter must be plugged into a wall socket for the battery to charge. In USB and PS/2 interfaces, the imager and battery draw their current from the host computer.
Communications Batch Mode Options The MS-Q Imager features three different Batch Modes for applications requiring a portable imager. Batch Modes allow a user to save data to the imager’s non-volatile memory and later transfer that data to a host computer when connected, either by USB or RS-232 cable, or by Bluetooth. The imager’s dedicated batch memory is a minimum of 1MB.
Batch/Battery Transferring and Deleting Data The MS-Q Imager has three different commands that can transfer data or delete data in memory. Transfer All Data Transfer New Data Delete Data All data in memory is sent every time the Transfer All Data symbol is read. Every time the Transfer New Data symbol is read, only the data in memory that hasn’t been sent will be transferred. Note: This command is not applicable in Log Only Mode. If you are in Log Only Mode, use Transfer All Data.
Communications RS-232 Batch Features RS-232 interfaces will NOT detect when an RS-232 cable is removed unless the power supply for that cable is plugged in. If your power cable is unplugged, you still enter Batch Mode by reading the RS-232 Batch (Cable Detect) symbol below. However, when you re-connect to the RS-232 power supply you must enable RS-232 Cabled - No Power to put the imager back in Cabled mode. In RS-232 Cabled, the imager has no way to check if it is unplugged.
Preamble Preamble A preamble is a character or series of characters that is added to the beginning of a decoded data string. Preamble characters will appear in the order that they are enabled (left to right). For example, if you enable a comma and then a space, and then decode a symbol containing the data ‘ABC’, your output will look like this: , ABC The only limit to the number of preambles enabled is the total memory size available.
Communications Postamble A postamble is a character or series of characters that is added to the end of a decoded data string. Postamble characters will appear in the order that they are enabled (left to right). For example, if you enable a space and then a comma, and then decode a symbol containing the data ‘ABC’, your output will look like this: ABC , The only limit to the number of postambles enabled is the total memory size available.
Preamble and Postamble by ESP Preamble and Postamble by ESP Characters can also be added to the beginning and end of data strings using ESP. There are a few different ways to do this, using the interface shown below. You will see the Communications tree control on the left, and the Preamble/Postamble interface on the right.
Communications Keyboard Mapping The Keyboard Mapping feature provides alternatives for keyboards that do not conform to US English mapping. Note: Universal Keyboard mapping is slightly slower than the other language-specific options, because it maps data by reference to the full set of ASCII characters. The advantage of Universal Keyboard mapping is that it allows any language and keyboard layout to be mapped.
Text Commands Text Commands When the Text Commands feature is enabled, the MS-Q can accept text commands via RS-232 or RF connections. Enable Text Commands (Default) Disable Text Commands Text Commands by ESP When Magic Sequence is enabled, it allows the user to enable Text Commands by entering a predetermined series of keystrokes. When Text Commands are set to Enabled; Suppress Echo, text that a user enters in the terminal will not be shown.
Communications Time Stamp When Time Stamp is enabled, the time of each decode will be appended to data output as a preamble. Note: The Enable Time Stamp command is an XML rule. To clear time stamp data, read the Clear XML Rules command.
Other Communications Settings in ESP Other Communications Settings in ESP Some ESP Communications options are unique to the software, and do not have corresponding programming symbols. These options are explained below. Reader Packet Format Data that is sent from the imager to the host in Raw format is sent without packet framing or check characters. One-Way communication is in a raw format, no response is expected from the host, and data is not resent.
Communications Store If Not Connected When this feature is enabled, the imager does not store data in non-volatile memory when there is not an active connection to a host. When disabled, the imager follows normal buffer operation. Reconnect Timeout When Auto Reconnect is enabled, the imager will reconnect to the host whenever there is data to be sent, but only within the time limit (in seconds) set for Reconnect Timeout. See also Transferring and Deleting Data on page 4-18.
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5 Symbologies Contents Symbologies by ESP .................................................................................................................... 5-2 Aztec............................................................................................................................................. 5-3 Codabar........................................................................................................................................ 5-4 Codablock F ......................................
Symbologies by ESP Symbologies by ESP To make changes to configuration settings in the Symbologies tree control: 1. Left click on the + to expand the tree. 2. Double click on the parameter and click once in the selection box to view options. 3. Place your cursor in the selection box, scroll down to the setting you want to change and click once on the setting. 4. Left click again on the open screen to complete the selection. 5.
Symbologies Aztec Read the following symbols to enable/disable Aztec settings: Aztec On Aztec Off (Default) Aztec by ESP Sample Aztec Symbol Note: Aztec is available only in Standard Mode.
Codabar Codabar Read the following symbols to enable/disable Codabar settings: Codabar On (Default) Codabar Off Codabar by ESP ESP allows you enable a checksum, or to enable a check sum and remove it from the decode result. Sample Codabar Symbol Note: Codabar is available only in Standard Mode.
Symbologies Codablock F Read the following symbols to enable/disable Codablock F settings: Codablock F On Codablock F Off (Default) Codablock by ESP Note: ESP offers Codablock A in addition to Codablock F. Important: When Codablock F and Code 128 are both enabled, there is some risks of mistakenly decoding a damaged Codablock F symbol as a Code 128 symbol. Therefore, whenever possible, Code 128 should be disabled when Codablock F is enabled.
Code 11 Code 11 Read the following symbols to enable/disable Code 11 settings: Code 11 Enabled with 2 Checksum Digits Code 11 Disabled (Default) Enabled with 1 Checksum Digit Enabled with 2 Checksum Digits and Stripped from Result Enabled with 1 Checksum Digit and Stripped from Result Code 11 by ESP Note: “No Report” in ESP has the same meaning as “Stripped from Result”. Sample Code 11 Symbol Note: Code 11 is available only in Standard Mode.
Symbologies Code 39 Read the following symbols to enable/disable Code 39 settings: Code 39 On (Default) Code 39 Off Enable Checksum Disable Checksum (Default) Enable Checksum and Strip from Result Code 39 Extended Full ASCII On Code 39 Extended Full ASCII Off (Default) Code 39 Narrow Margins On Code 39 Narrow Margins Off (Default) Code 39 Trioptic On Code 39 Trioptic Off Save Settings MS-Q Imager User’s Manual Default to USB Default to PS/2 Clear All Data Clear XML Rules 5-7
Code 39 Code 39 by ESP Sample Code 39 Symbol Sample Code 39 Trioptic Symbol Note: Code 39 is available only in Standard Mode.
Symbologies Code 93 Read the following symbols to enable/disable Code 93 settings: Code 93 On (Default) Code 93 Off Code 93 by ESP Sample Code 93 Symbol Note: Code 93 is available only in Standard Mode.
Code 128 Code 128 Read the following symbols to enable/disable Code 128 settings: Code 128 On (Default) Code 128 Off Code 128 Narrow Margins On Code 128 Narrow Margins Off (Default) Code 128 by ESP Sample Code 128 Symbol Note: Code 128 is available only in Standard Mode.
Symbologies Composite To read Composite symbols: 1. Enable the corresponding linear component. 2. Read the Composite On symbol below. Important: Both the linear symbology and Composite must be enabled before the imager can fully decode a Composite symbol. Composite On Composite Off (Default) Composite by ESP Composite Linkage Control When Composite Linkage Control is set to Required, symbol data will only be output if both the 2D and 1D components of the symbol are decoded.
Data Matrix Data Matrix Read the following symbols to enable/disable Data Matrix settings: Data Matrix Rectangle On Data Matrix Rectangle Off Data Matrix Inverse On Data Matrix Inverse Off Note: Data Matrix is available in both Quadrus Only and Standard modes. Data Matrix ECC 0-140 On Data Matrix ECC 0-140 Off (Default) Note: Data Matrix ECC 0-140 is available for MS-Q Quadrus models only.
Symbologies Interleaved 2 of 5 Read the following symbols to enable/disable Interleaved 2 of 5 settings: Interleaved 2 of 5 On (Default) Interleaved 2 of 5 Off Interleaved 2 of 5 Two Digits On Interleaved 2 of 5 Two Digits Off Interleaved 2 of 5 Four Digits On Interleaved 2 of 5 Four Digits Off Interleaved 2 of 5 by ESP Sample Interleaved 2 of 5 Symbol Note: Interleaved 2 of 5 is available only in Standard Mode.
Maxicode Maxicode Read the following symbols to enable/disable Maxicode settings: Maxicode On Maxicode Off (Default) Maxicode by ESP Sample Maxicode Symbol Note: Maxicode is available only in Standard Mode.
Symbologies Matrix 2 of 5 Read the following symbols to enable/disable Matrix 2 of 5 settings: Matrix 2 of 5 On Matrix 2 of 5 Off (Default) Matrix 2 of 5 by ESP Sample Matrix 2 of 5 Symbol Note: Matrix 2 of 5 is available only in Standard Mode.
MicroPDF417 MicroPDF417 Read the following symbols to enable/disable MicroPDF417 settings: MicroPDF417 On MicroPDF417 Off (Default) MicroPDF417 by ESP Sample MicroPDF417 Symbol Note: MicroPDF417 is available only in Standard Mode.
Symbologies MSI Plessey Read the following symbols to enable/disable MSI Plessey settings: MSI Plessey On MSI Plessey Off (Default) MSI Plessey by ESP Sample MSI Plessey Symbol Note: MSI Plessey is available only in Standard Mode.
NEC 2 of 5 NEC 2 of 5 Read the following symbols to enable/disable NEC 2 of 5 settings: NEC 2 of 5 On NEC 2 of 5 Off (Default) NEC 2 of 5 by ESP Note: NEC 2 of 5 is available only in Standard Mode.
Symbologies PDF417 Read the following symbols to enable/disable PDF417 settings: PDF417 On (Default) PDF417 Off MacroPDF417 On MacroPDF417 Off (Default) PDF417 by ESP Sample PDF417 Symbol Note: PDF417 is available only in Standard Mode.
Pharmacode Pharmacode Read the following symbols to configure Pharmacode settings: Pharmacode On; No Color, Standard Rules, Horizontal Decode, Normal Direction Pharmacode On; Color, Relaxed Contrast, Horizontal Decode, Normal Direction Pharmacode On; No Color, Standard Rules, Vertical Decode, Normal Direction Pharmacode On; Color, Relaxed Contrast, Vertical Decode, Normal Direction Pharmacode On; No Color, Standard Rules, Horizontal Decode, Reverse Direction Save Settings 5-20 Default to USB Defaul
Symbologies Pharmacode (cont.) Pharmacode On; Color, Relaxed Contrast, Horizontal Decode, Reverse Direction Pharmacode On; No Color, Standard Rules, Vertical Decode, Reverse Direction Pharmacode On; Color, Relaxed Contrast, Vertical Decode, Reverse Direction Pharmacode Off (Default) Pharmacode by ESP Note: Pharmacode is available only in Standard Mode.
Postal Symbologies Postal Symbologies Read the following symbols to enable/disable Postal settings: Japan Post On Australian Post On KIX On Planet On Postnet On Postnet and Planet On Royal Mail On Disable All Postal Symbologies (Default) Save Settings 5-22 Default to USB Default to PS/2 Clear All Data Clear XML Rules MS-Q Imager User’s Manual
Symbologies Postal Symbologies by ESP Sample Planet Symbol Sample Postnet Symbol Sample Royal Mail Symbol Note: Postal symbologies are available only in Standard Mode.
QR Code QR Code Read the following symbols to enable/disable QR Code settings: Standard QR Code On QR Code Off (Default) Inverse On Inverse and Standard On All QR Code On Inverse and Micro QR On QR Code by ESP Sample QR Code Symbol Note: QR Code is available in both Quadrus Only and Standard modes.
Symbologies GS1 DataBar Read the following symbols to enable/disable DataBar settings: DataBar Limited On DataBar-14 and DataBar-14 Truncated On DataBar-14 Stacked On DataBar Expanded On All DataBar On All DataBar Off (Default) GS1 DataBar by ESP Sample DataBar Limited Symbol Sample DataBar-14 Truncated Symbol Sample DataBar-14 Stacked Symbol Sample DataBar Expanded Symbol Sample DataBar-14 Symbol Note: GS1 DataBar is available only in Standard Mode.
UPC/EAN/JAN UPC/EAN/JAN Read the following symbols to enable/disable UPC/EAN/JAN settings: UPC On (Default) UPC Off UPC Narrow Margins On UPC Narrow Margins Off (Default) Note: Unless necessary, enabling Narrow Margins are not recommended. UPC Extension On UPC Extension Off (Default) UPC/EAN/JAN by ESP Sample UPC-E Symbol Note: UPC/EAN/JAN is available only in Standard Mode.
Symbologies Symbology Identifier When Symbology Identifier is enabled, an AIM (Association for Automatic Identification and Mobility) preamble is added to decoded data output. This preamble identifies what kind of symbology has been decoded. The Symbology Identifier feature can be disabled by reading the Clear XML Rules symbol.
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6 I/O Parameters Contents I/O Parameters by ESP.................................................................................................................6-2 Laser Target..................................................................................................................................6-3 Illumination ....................................................................................................................................6-4 MS-Q Operational Feedback ...........................
I/O Parameters by ESP I/O Parameters by ESP To make changes to configuration settings in the I/O Parameters menu tree control: 1. Left click on the + to expand the tree. 4. Left click again on the open screen to complete the selection. 5. Right click on the open screen and select Save to Reader to implement the command in the imager. 2. Double click on the parameter and click once in the selection box to view options. 3.
I/O Parameters Laser Target In most applications the laser target will have no effect on symbol readability. Laser settings are typically a matter of user preference. Laser target exit point This will disable the laser target. The LEDs and the ability to decode symbols will not be affected. Laser Target Off Laser Target On Laser Target Brightness Read one of the following symbols to set the brightness of the laser target.
Illumination Illumination The MS-Q Imager’s illumination system is composed of four visible LEDs and six infrared (IR) LEDs as shown at right. Both visible and IR LEDs can be controlled independently. IR LEDs can also be set to low power. For information about the laser target, see Laser Target on page 6-3. Visible LEDs IR LEDs IR LEDs IR LEDs Some inks may be incompatible with IR Visible LEDs LEDs.
I/O Parameters MS-Q Operational Feedback Memory LED (LEFT indicator) Successfully Powered-On Flashes GREEN Successfully Enumerated None with Host via USB Cable Attempting to Decode None Successful Decode and None Cabled Data Transfer Successful Decode and Memory Status Data Storage Batch Memory Full Solid RED Configuration Symbol None Successfully Processed Configuration Symbol Successfully Decoded but None Not Processed Attempting to Connect to Flashes BLUE Bluetooth Bluetooth Connection None Failed Bluet
Trigger and Button Programming Trigger and Button Programming Trigger and button functionality can be configured to read just near field, just far field, or both fields using the symbols shown below.
I/O Parameters Right Button Programming Both Fields (Default) Near Field Only Far Field Only Right Button Take Picture Disable Right Button See Trigger Optimization on page 7-7 for more trigger/button programming options. Button/Trigger Confirmation Time The Button/Trigger Confirmation Time is the amount of time that a button, trigger, or combination of the trigger and/or buttons, must be held down before the imager recognizes that a triggering event has occurred.
Beep and Vibrate Settings Beep and Vibrate Settings Read the following symbols to configure beep and vibrate settings. Beep / Vibrate Vibrate Off / Beep On (Default) Vibrate On / Beep On Vibrate On / Beep Off Beep Off Beep Quiet Beep Volume Beep Loud (Default) Beep and Vibrate Settings by ESP Note: Duration is the length of the beep in milliseconds with a configurable range of 0.000 to 2147483.750. Separation is the spacing in milliseconds between beeps, also with a configurable range of 0.
I/O Parameters Automatic Gain Control (AGC) AGC is a system that controls gain in order to maintain high performance over a range of input levels. Gain is essentially the ratio of output to input. Gain settings affect how the MS-Q decodes symbols and captures images. AGC Selection The MS-Q has two different types of gain control. Decoder AGC, the default setting, is optimized for decoding 1D and 2D symbols. Imager AGC is optimized for capturing images.
Automatic Gain Control (AGC) Minimum Gain Minimum Gain is a percentage value that represents the minimum gain adjustment allowed for decoder or imager AGC. Maximum Gain Maximum Gain is a percentage value that represents the maximum gain adjustment allowed for decoder or imager AGC. Gain Break Point Gain Break Point is a percentage value that represents the point at which the imager stops automatic gain adjustment.
I/O Parameters LightRay Optics For Direct Part Mark applications or other situations that involve hard-to-read symbols, the MS-Q can be paired with an accessory called LightRay Optics. This accessory is easy to set up and easy to use. LightRay Optics comes in two series: the 100 and 200 series. Important: LightRay Optics can only be used with the original (H1) MS-Q handle.
LightRay Optics Setup Choose Field of View Near Field High Resolution (100) Far Field Standard Resolution (110) Near Field High Resolution (205) Laser On, LEDs On, 100% (100, 110) Laser Off, LEDs On, 100% (100, 110) Laser On, Visible LEDs Off, IR LEDs On, 100% (205, 215) Far Field Standard Resolution (215) Set Up Illumination Laser Off, Visible Off, IR On, 100% (205, 215) Assembly (100 Series) • Place the 100 Series LightRay Optic attachment over the face of the MS-Q Imager.
I/O Parameters Reading Symbols (100 Series) • For best results, begin triggering before the LightRay Optic has come in contact with the surface or substrate. • Center the symbol in the LightRay Optic guide’s cutout. Guide Reading Symbols (200 Series) • For best results, begin triggering before the LightRay Optic has come in contact with the surface or substrate. • Position the symbol equidistant from both of the 200 Series LightRay Optic’s guides.
LightRay Optics LightRay Optics by ESP The MS-Q Imager can also be configured and optimized for LightRay operation using ESP. Click on the series you are using. You can either use the radio buttons (“100 Series” and “200 Series”) or click directly on the pictures. The image of the selected model will glow, as shown in the example below. Choose the field of view and resolution that match your LightRay Optics model. Only available for Rev 5 hardware or earlier.
7 Advanced Operations Contents Dual Optics ................................................................................................................................... 7-2 VGA and Megapixel Settings........................................................................................................ 7-3 Select Region of Interest .............................................................................................................. 7-4 Set Targeting Zone Tolerances ...........................
Dual Optics Dual Optics The MS-Q Imager’s dual field optical system can read small 2D symbols as well as larger 1D symbols. It decodes the near and far fields simultaneously. The near field lens is for smaller symbols (optimal focal point: 4 inches) and the far field lens is for larger symbols (optimal focal point: 9 inches). Move the MS-Q closer to read smaller symbols and farther away to read larger symbols. The full MS-Q decode zone is 2 inches to 20 or more inches.
Advanced Operations VGA and Megapixel Settings Processing speed can be increased dramatically by changing the imager’s SXGA (1280 x 1024) setting to VGA (640 x 480). This feature is intended for use with 1D symbols and 2D symbols with larger elements. VGA settings are not recommended for decoding high-density symbols. Important: VGA is only supported in Rev 5 hardware and earlier.
Select Region of Interest Select Region of Interest You can speed up your decode rate and lower your chances of reading the wrong symbol by narrowing the region of interest—the pixel area that is evaluated during a read attempt. If your application uses only 1D symbols,you can narrow the imager’s 640 axis to 200 pixels. Since only a narrow 1024 512 X 512 strip of the imager’s field of view is required to decode a 1D symbol, 200 pixels is sufficient.
Advanced Operations Set Targeting Zone Tolerances Targeting Zone Tolerance is particularly useful in environments where closely Laser spaced symbols of various sizes need to be target spot precisely targeted. It allows the imager to Symbol narrow the field of view relative to the size of a Distance of width symbol, and to determine the distance the laser target spot from laser target must be from the symbol for a symbol (in decode event to occur.
IP Modes IP Modes Quadrus Only Mode Quadrus Only Mode should be applied to most applications, including Direct Part Mark. Quadrus Mode 1 Quadrus Mode 1 should be applied to large, low contrast symbols like the one shown below. Standard Mode Standard Mode, while not recommended for DPM applications, can be applied to most symbologies.
Advanced Operations Trigger Optimization You can program all triggers/buttons, or each trigger/button individually, so that it is optimized for symbologies of certain densities and sizes. The table below describes the various configuration settings that can be obtained (A1 through D3) by reading the symbols in the subsequent tables. Optimization Guide Important: VGA “Fast Processing” is only supported in Rev 5 hardware and earlier.
Trigger Optimization Global Optimization Important: VGA “Fast Processing” is only supported in Rev 5 hardware and earlier. High and Low Density Symbols High Density Symbols Low Density Symbols Near and Far Field Near Field Far Field A1 B1 C1 D1 A2 B2 C2 D2 B3 C3 Region of Interest A3 D3 Fast Processing (VGA Mode) Note: See Optimization Parameters for more detailed explanations of each setting, and for examples of conditions in which you would use each setting (page 7-13).
Advanced Operations Handle Trigger Optimization Important: VGA “Fast Processing” is only supported in Rev 5 hardware and earlier.
Trigger Optimization Left Button Optimization Important: VGA “Fast Processing” is only supported in Rev 5 hardware and earlier.
Advanced Operations Right Button Optimization Important: VGA “Fast Processing” is only supported in Rev 5 hardware and earlier.
Trigger Optimization Continuous Trigger Optimization Important: VGA “Fast Processing” is only supported in Rev 5 hardware and earlier.
Advanced Operations Optimization Parameters The following 12 settings (A1 through D3) allow you to optimize the imager’s performance in your particular application environment. Try several settings to familiarize yourself with the differences between the 12 options. Use A1 if you are reading a variety of symbol sizes and densities, and you are more concerned with decode capability than with decode speed.
Trigger Optimization Optimization Parameters (cont.) High Density Symbols Low Density Symbols Near Field Far Field C1: Reads high density symbols only at high resolution in near field only; spends 375 mS attempting to decode the symbol; large region of interest that extends beyond the symbol. D1: Reads low density symbols only at high resolution in far field only; spends 375 mS attempting to decode the symbol; large region of interest that extends beyond the symbol.
Advanced Operations Trigger Optimization by ESP You can use ESP’s Imager view to set operation parameters for the handle trigger and both buttons. Single click the Imager button to begin. ESP Optimization Matrix Choose which trigger or button to optimize from this dropdown menu. Each button corresponds with a setting on the Optimization Guide matrix (page 7-7). Note: VGA Fast Processing settings B3, C3, and D3 are shown here when a Rev 5 (or earlier) MS-Q model is connected.
Trigger Optimization by ESP Trigger/Button Configuration In the Trigger/Button Configuration view you can set the same optimization parameters from a list, and you can also set additional parameters. Choose which trigger or button to optimize from this dropdown menu. Each trigger optimization option corresponds with a setting on the Optimization Guide (page 7-7). The Configuration Status display shows current settings for each trigger or button.
Advanced Operations Trigger/Button Summary The Trigger/Button Summary view has the same Configuration Status information as the other two views, but it supplements that information with a diagram of the MS-Q Imager. This graphic interface orients the user to the location of the imager’s handle trigger and the left and right top buttons. Configuration Status shows current settings for each trigger or button.
Continuous Operations Continuous Operations Continuous Read Read any of the following symbols to enable or disable Continuous Read features. Note: Continuous Read modes are only recommended for short term use because of battery consumption. See Sleep Mode Timeout on page 4-12.
Advanced Operations Continuous Read, Trigger Delays Read the following symbols to set the delay time between decodes.
Symbol Background Symbol Background “Symbol Background” refers to the color of the substrate on which a symbol is printed or marked. In the default state, Reverse Background On means that both types of symbols, dark-on-light and light-on-dark, will be read. Reverse Background Off will speed up image processing if only dark symbols on light backgrounds are being read.
Advanced Operations Set Decode Time The MS-Q’s default settings are designed for optimal, general purpose performance with high quality symbols on typical surfaces. For poor quality symbols, more decode time may be required. You can control the amount of time the imager spends on each decode attempt before abandoning the current attempt and beginning a new attempt. Short Decode Time Normal Decode Time (Default) (approx. 375 mS) Long Decode Time (approx. 675 mS) Extra Long Decode Time (approx.
Button Stay-Down Time Button Stay-Down Time Button Stay-Down Time sets the amount of time (in seconds) that the imager will continue to process the current “decode symbol” event. The imager will behave as if the trigger is being activated for this specified amount of time. Available Button Stay-Down Time values are 0.000 to 2147483.750 (in seconds).
Advanced Operations Mirroring Mirroring allows the MS-Q to decode symbols that are reversed. When Mirroring is enabled, all other decode functionality is disabled. Note: Once the imager has been set to Mirroring On, it can only return to its default mode by reading the Mirroring Off symbol below. Mirroring On Mirroring Off (Default) Note: Mirrored symbols can be read on dark or light backgrounds (depending on the current Symbol Background setting. See Symbol Background on page 7-20.
Motion Detection Motion Detection Motion Detection causes the MS-Q to attempt a decode whenever it senses motion in its field of view. Motion Detection On Motion Detection Off (Default) Motion Detection by ESP Motion Detection settings can be refined further using the options in ESP. Select the action you want the MS-Q to perform when it detects motion in the field of view. Motion Sensitivity The MS-Q’s sensitivity to motion in the field of view can be configured as shown below.
Advanced Operations Auto White Balance When Auto White Balance is enabled, the MS-Q performs an automatic white balance routine, much like a digital camera. Light and dark values are optimized to improve decode performance.
Symbol Readability Index Symbol Readability Index The Symbol Readability Index provides a measurement of a specific symbol’s readability. It is specific to the MS-Q Imager and should not be confused with a verification quality measurement. The Symbol Readability Index is a blend of information obtained from the internal operations of the decoding algorithm relating to contrast, symbology construct, error detection, forward error correction (if applicable), and other symbology-specific characteristics.
8 Terminal Contents Terminal View................................................................................................................................8-2 Find ...............................................................................................................................................8-3 Send ..............................................................................................................................................8-4 Macros......................................
Terminal View Terminal View Click the Terminal button. You will see the following view: Clear screen, copy, paste, save. Macros listed on this bar. Type text here to find matching text in the terminal window. Terminal screen Click on Macros arrow to Add Macro, Remove Macro, or Edit Macro. Type text commands here. Click on desired macro to run. The Terminal interface allows you to send commands to the imager by using macros, by copying and pasting, or by typing commands in the Send text field.
Terminal Find The Find function allows you to enter text strings to be searched for in the terminal window. For example, suppose a series of symbols have been scanned into the terminal view and you want to determine if a particular symbol whose data begins with “ABC” has been read. 1. Type “ABC” into the Find box. 2. Press Enter. The first instance of “ABC” will be highlighted in the terminal window. 3. Click the Find button to the left of the text field to locate additional instances of “ABC”.
Send Send The Send function allows you to enter text commands and then send them to the imager. (See Text Commands on page 4-24.) For example, suppose you want to enable the imager’s laser target. To enable the target using a text command, you would enter “P%0f3” (the command string that activates the laser target) in the text field and click Send. Click here to access the dropdown menu of stored text commands. Type text commands in the text field and then click the Send button to initiate.
Terminal Macros Macros can be stored in a macro selection bar, edited in a separate window, and executed by clicking on the macro name. When you click Move to Start, the names of all the macros appear, as shown at left. Choose which macro button you want to appear in the first position at the bottom of the terminal view. Click on all subsequent arrows to Edit the associated macros. Click on Next Row to see the next set of macro buttons.
Terminal Right-Click Menu Terminal Right-Click Menu Right click in the terminal window to display the following menu: • • • • • • • • • • • • Copy selected text to clipboard. Paste from terminal or other text. Clear all text in terminal window. Select All text in the terminal window. Save... incoming and outgoing data into a text file. Change Font... of data received from the imager. Change Echo Font... to change the appearance of user-entered data. Disable Echo to hide user-entered data.
Terminal Terminal Dropdown Menu The terminal dropdown menu allows you to capture and save current text, and it also includes the functions defined for the Terminal Right-Click Menu. • Capture Text... lets you append data in real time to a text file of your choice. While in operation, the text file cannot be opened. You can select Pause to interrupt the capture flow or Stop to end the flow and open the file. • Save Current Text... saves all text in the terminal window to a text file of your choice.
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9 Utilities Contents Image Upload................................................................................................................................9-2 Device Control...............................................................................................................................9-3 Differences from Default ...............................................................................................................9-4 Firmware .....................................................
Image Upload Image Upload ESP’s Image Upload feature allows you to collect and save image captures. Choose desired JPEG image resolution, or select Bitmap (BMP) format. Select your depth of field and field of view (SXGA-1280 x 1024) (VGA available for Rev 5 hardware or earlier). Select the trigger you want to use to capture the image, then click the Start button to begin the image capture process.
Utilities Device Control This feature allows you to clear data stored in the imager’s memory, to default the imager, to deactivate or clear XML rules, to upload or delete stored errors, to reboot the imager, and to delete stored results. • Clear All Data removes decoded symbol data and commands in the imager’s memory. • Default Reader returns the imager to its default state, without any optimization or configuration.
Differences from Default Differences from Default Clicking the Differences from Default button will cause ESP to check all stored configuration settings and compare them to default settings. All settings that are different from default will appear in the left column (shown below), and descriptions of those settings will appear in the right column. Click this button for a list of ESP configuration settings that are different from default settings.
Utilities Firmware The Firmware view in ESP Utilities is a simple way to update and verify your imager’s firmware and to update batch files. Choose App Code from the Firmware Update dropdown menu and click Start to install new firmware in the MS-Q. Use this dropdown menu to locate batch files in the host computer’s file directory. Download the needed files directly to the imager by clicking the Start button.
Firmware Imager ID Another way to query the imager for its identifying information is by reading the following symbol: Imager ID The host’s text program will output a data string containing the imager’s identifying information in the following format: Internal ID Boot code version App code (software part number) Serial number Xap/i2300230006000010006664A0235-616001-16 Firmware version Save Settings 9-6 Radio version (Bluetooth) Default to USB “A” indicates that running firmware is the applicatio
Utilities Bluetooth The Bluetooth view in Utilities features a text field in which you can enter your Bluetooth modem’s alphanumeric Quick Connect Code. When you are finished entering this code, the small window below the text field displays a Data Matrix symbol that you can print and use thereafter to connect instantly. Type the Quick Connect Code from your Bluetooth modem in this text field. When you have completed entering the connect code, ESP will produce a Data Matrix symbol encoding that data.
Advanced Advanced The Advanced tab in Utilities features an archive of all batch files containing imager configuration commands. Each batch file’s extension is .crb, and each file contains the fundamental code for programming the imager. Notice that the names of the batch files correspond with the numbers beneath all the Data Matrix configuration symbols in this manual.
10 Unique Item Identifiers Contents UII Overview ............................................................................................................................... 10-2 Non-UII Characters..................................................................................................................... 10-3 UII Mode Features...................................................................................................................... 10-4 Error Messaging ................................
UII Overview UII Overview The Department of Defense (DoD) now requires Unique Item Identifiers (UIIs) for all products sold to the DoD by private vendors. A UII can be thought of as a Social Security number for each part. The UII must be encoded in a Data Matrix ECC 200 symbol that conforms to the data structure defined in the DoD’s “Guide for Uniquely Identifying Items.” UII Elements UIIs come in two forms, called Construct 1 and Construct 2. The following is an example of Construct 2.
Unique Item Identifiers Non-UII Characters The table below identifies and describes all characters in a UII message stream that are not part of the final UII sent to the host. Non-UII Characters in a UII Message Stream Compliance Indicator Format Header Trailer Character Data Element Separator Message Trailer Data Qualifier Identifies to the imager that the symbol contains a UII. Describes the type of data qualifier used. These qualifiers include AI (format 05), DI (format 06), and TEI (format DD).
Unique Item Identifiers UII Mode Features UII-Only Enabled Allows the imager to read only UII message streams encoded in ECC 200 Data Matrix symbols and to send the UII output to the host computer. The imager will not read any other symbol data when UII-Only is enabled. UII-Only Enabled with Error Messaging Allows the imager to read only UII message streams encoded in ECC 200 Data Matrix symbols and to send the UII output to the host computer.
Unique Item Identifiers UII Mode Settings by ESP Each of the UII Mode Settings can also be enabled in ESP’s I/O Parameters tree control or graphic interface.
Unique Item Identifiers Error Messaging This feature is used to validate that UII message streams are in the correct format. When Error Messaging is enabled, the imager sends a message to the host indicating an error every time a bad symbol is read. The table below shows examples of error messages.
Error Messaging Examples of Error Messages (cont.
Unique Item Identifiers Valid Formats The table below shows examples of correctly encoded UII message streams and the decoded UII output.
Appendices Appendix A General Specifications ..............................................................................................A-2 Appendix B Electrical Specifications ............................................................................................ A-4 Appendix C Configuration Symbols.............................................................................................. A-7 Appendix D Configuration Symbol Reference List .........................................................
General Specifications Appendix A — General Specifications Mechanical Height: Width: Depth: Weight: Cable: Imager 1.3” (33 mm) 1.8” (46 mm) 4.3” (109 mm) 4 oz. (113 g) (not including cable) 6’ (1.8 m) Cabled: Cabled w/ Imager: With 1950 mAH Battery (Not available with Rev 6 hardware): With 1950 mAH Batt./Imager (Not available with Rev 6 hardware): With 3900 mAH Battery: With 3900 mAH Batt./Imager: Handle Weight 4.0 oz. (113 g) 7.2 oz. (204 g) 4.8 oz. (136 g) 8 oz. (227 g) 6.4 oz. (181 g) 9.6 oz.
Appendices FIS Options MS-Q Quadrus, High Resolution, USB, H2 FIS-6100-0030G MS-Q Quadrus, High Resolution, Batch/Battery, BH1 FIS-6100-0031G MS-Q Quadrus, High Resolution, Batch/Battery, BH2 FIS-6100-0032G MS-Q Quadrus, High Resolution, Bluetooth, BH1 FIS-6100-0033G MS-Q Quadrus, High Resolution, Bluetooth, BH2 FIS-6100-0034G MS-Q Quadrus, Standard Resolution, USB, H2 FIS-6100-0035G MS-Q Quadrus, Standard Resolution, Batch/Battery, BH1 FIS-6100-0036G MS-Q Quadrus, Standard Resolution, Batch/B
Electrical Specifications Appendix B — Electrical Specifications Power Requirements: 5 VDC (mA) Typical: 140; Peak: 310, Sleep: 3 Bluetooth Radio at 295’ (90m) (mA): Typical: 280, Peak: 350, Idle: 96, Sleep: 3 Bluetooth Radio at 33’ (90m) (mA): Typical: 260, Peak: 350, Idle: 96, Sleep: 3 Life of 1950 mAH Battery with Radio: Will support 4,000 read/transmits per charge, including 8 hours of standby interval. (Rev 5 hardware only.
Appendices USB Cable Pinouts MS-Q Imager User’s Manual A-5
Electrical Specifications RS-232 Cable Pinouts A-6 MS-Q Imager User’s Manual
Appendices Appendix C — Configuration Symbols Global Optimization - A1 Global Optimization - A2 Global Optimization - A3 Global Optimization - B1 Global Optimization - B2 Global Optimization - B3 Global Optimization - C1 Global Optimization - C2 Global Optimization - C3 Global Optimization - D1 Global Optimization - D2 Global Optimization - D3 Handle Trigger Opt. - A1 Handle Trigger Opt. - B2 Handle Trigger Opt. - A2 Handle Trigger Opt.
Configuration Symbols Handle Trigger Opt. - D1 Handle Trigger Opt. - D2 Handle Trigger Opt. - D3 Left Button Opt. - A2 Left Button Opt. - A3 Left Button Opt. - B1 Left Button Opt. - B2 Left Button Opt. - B3 Left Button Opt. - C1 Left Button Opt. - C2 Left Button Opt. - C3 Left Button Opt. - D1 Left Button Opt. - D2 Left Button Opt. - D3 Right Button Opt. - A1 Right Button Opt. - A2 Right Button Opt. - A3 Right Button Opt. - B1 Handle Trigger Opt. - C3 Left Button Opt.
Appendices Right Button Opt. - B2 Right Button Opt. - B3 Right Button Opt. - C1 Right Button Opt. - C2 Right Button Opt. - C3 Right Button Opt. - D1 Right Button Opt. - D2 Right Button Opt.
Configuration Symbols Symbol Readability Index Symbol Readability Index Output Enable Symbol Readability Index Output Disable USB Image Upload Bluetooth Radio Auto-Disconnect Off Bluetooth Radio Auto-Disconnect On Bluetooth Radio Auto-Connect Off Bluetooth Radio Auto-Connect On Log Only Mode Disable Auto-Transfer Buffer Memory Enable Auto-Transfer Buffer Memory Clear All Stored Data RS-232 Batch RS-232 Cabled Send and Buffer Mode Send and Log Mode Transfer All Data in Memory Transfer Only
Appendices Continuous Trigger Optimization - A3 Continuous Trigger Optimization - B1 Continuous Trigger Optimization - B2 Continuous Trigger Optimization - B3 Continuous Trigger Optimization - C1 Continuous Trigger Optimization - C2 Continuous Trigger Optimization - C3 Continuous Trigger Optimization - D1 Continuous Trigger Optimization - D2 Continuous Trigger Optimization - D3 Continuous Trigger Off RS-232 Interface Baud Rate - 1200 RS-232 Interface Baud Rate - 2400 RS-232 Interface Baud Rate
Configuration Symbols RS-232 Interface Parity - Even RS-232 Interface Parity - None RS-232 Interface Data Bits - 2 Vibrate On / Beep On Vibrate On / Beep Off Beep Off Beep Quiet Beep Loud Disable Pair, Auth., Encrypt Disconnect from Bluetooth Encrypt, Enable Pairing, Auth.
Appendices Bluetooth Radio - Time Out - 5 Minutes Bluetooth Radio - Time Out - 10 Minutes Bluetooth Radio - Time Out - 15 Minutes Bluetooth Radio - Time Out - 30 Minutes Bluetooth Radio - Time Out - 90 Minutes PS/2 Mode RF One-Way Mode Max Range RF One-Way Mode Max Reliability RF Two-Way Mode RF Enabled RS-232 Two-Way Mode USB Downloader Mode USB Keyboard Mode USB Native Two-Way Mode Cable Active - Sleep Time Out - Cabled Always Continuous Read - Near and Far Fields Continuous Read - Far Fi
Configuration Symbols Continuous Read - Off Continuous Read - Trigger Delays 0 Seconds Continuous Read - Trigger Delays 1 Second Continuous Read - Trigger Delays 3 Seconds Continuous Read Sleep Time Out Uncabled - 5 Minutes Continuous Read Sleep Time Out Uncabled - 15 Minutes Continuous Read Sleep Time Out Uncabled - 30 Minutes Extra-Long Decode Time (Double) LEDs for Non-Standard Inks Off LEDs for Non-Standard Inks On Long Decode Time Normal Decode Time Imager ID and Firmware Handle Trigger T
Appendices Postamble - Enter Preamble - Erase/None Postamble - Erase/None Preamble - Space Postamble - Space Preamble - Tab - USB Keyboard Mode Postamble - Tab - USB Keyboard Mode Postamble - Carriage Return - Serial Mode Postamble - Line Feed Serial Mode Postamble - CRLF Serial Mode Custom Keyboard US Keyboard Mapping with Leading 0 in Alt + Num Universal Keyboard Mapping Control LEDs Separately - False Control LEDs Separately - True Left Button - Far Field Only Left Button - Near Field On
Configuration Symbols Mirroring - Off Mirroring - On Right Button - Near and Far Fields Right Button - Take Picture Right Button - Far Field Only Right Button - Near Field Only Save Settings Set Targeting Zone Tolerances - 75 Set Targeting Zone Tolerances - 100 Set Targeting Zone Tolerances - 125 Set Targeting Zone Tolerances - 150 Set Targeting Zone Tolerances - 400 Set Targeting Zone Tolerances - 200 Set Targeting Zone Tolerances - 1600 Text Commands - Off Text Commands - On Time Stamp Se
Appendices Enable SXGA 1280 x 1024 Enable VGA - 640 x 480 (Rev 5 or earlier only) Enable SXGA Handle Trigger Enable VGA Handle Trigger (Rev 5 or earlier only) Enable SXGA Left Button Enable VGA Left Button (Rev 5 or earlier only) Enable SXGA Right Button Enable VGA Right Button (Rev 5 or earlier only) 1D Symbols Only Small 2D Symbols Medium 2D Symbols Large 2D Symbols Reset Window to Factory Default Preamble - CRLF Serial Mode Disable Batch Enable Batch Short Decode Time (20% Shorter) Prea
Configuration Symbols No Read Display On Disable AIM ID Preamble Continuous Read Duplicate Read Delay 0 Seconds Enable AIM ID Preamble Continuous Read Duplicate Read Delay 1 Second Continuous Read Duplicate Read Delay 3 Seconds RS-232 Downloader 57600 Baud Rate RS-232 Downloader 115200 Baud Rate “,” Command - Dump Settings Batch Enabled Batch Disabled Code 39 Extended - Full ASCII Off Code 39 Extended - Full ASCII On Code 39 Off Code 39 On Code 39 - Disable Checksum Code 39 - Enable Checksu
Appendices Data Matrix Rectangle Off Data Matrix Rectangle On Interleaved 2 of 5 Off Interleaved 2 of 5 Two Digits Off Interleaved 2 of 5 Two Digits On Interleaved 2 of 5 Four Digits Off Interleaved 2 of 5 Four Digits On Disable Interleaved 2 of 5 Checksum Enable Interleaved 2 of 5 Checksum Enable Interleaved 2 of 5 Checksum and Strip from Result Postal Symbologies Australian Post On Postal Symbologies Japan Post On Postal Symbologies KIX On Postal Symbologies Postnet and Planet On Postal Sym
Configuration Symbols QR Code - Inverse and Standard On QR Code - Disable Checksum QR Code - On QR Code - Inverse On QR Code - Enable Checksum All DataBar Off All DataBar On DataBar Limited On DataBar Expanded On DataBar-14 Stacked On DataBar-14 and DataBar-14 Truncated On Aztec Off Aztec On Codabar Off Codabar On Codablock F Off Codablock F On Save Settings A-20 Code 93 Off Default to USB Default to PS/2 Clear All Data Clear XML Rules MS-Q Imager User’s Manual
Appendices Code 93 On Code 128 Off Code 128 On Composite Off Composite On MacroPDF417 Off MacroPDF417 On Maxicode Off Maxicode On MSI Plessey Off MSI Plessey On PDF417 Off UPC Off UPC On UPC Extension Off UPC Narrow Margin Disabled UPC Narrow Margin Enabled MicroPDF417 Off PDF417 On UPC Extension On Save Settings MS-Q Imager User’s Manual Default to USB Default to PS/2 Clear All Data Clear XML Rules A-21
Configuration Symbols MicroPDF417 On Symbology Identifier (Preamble) Modem - 1200 Baud Modem - 2400 Baud Modem - 4800 Baud Modem - 9600 Baud Modem - 19200 Baud Modem - 38400 Baud Modem - 57600 Baud Modem - 115200 Baud Save Settings A-22 Default to USB Default to PS/2 Clear All Data Clear XML Rules MS-Q Imager User’s Manual
Appendices Modem - Modem Firmware Version Turn Off Illumination Highly Reflective Surface Turn On Illumination AIM ID Config.
Configuration Symbols Set Time Stamp Value 050000 Set Time Stamp Value 053000 Set Time Stamp Value 060000 Set Time Stamp Value 063000 Set Time Stamp Value 070000 Set Time Stamp Value 073000 Set Time Stamp Value 080000 Set Time Stamp Value 083000 Set Time Stamp Value 090000 Set Time Stamp Value 093000 Set Time Stamp Value 100000 Set Time Stamp Value 103000 Set Time Stamp Value 110000 Set Time Stamp Value 113000 Set Time Stamp Value 120000 Set Time Stamp Value 123000 Set Time Stamp Value 1300
Appendices Set Time Stamp Value 150000 Set Time Stamp Value 153000 Set Time Stamp Value 160000 Set Time Stamp Value 163000 Set Time Stamp Value 170000 Set Time Stamp Value 173000 Set Time Stamp Value 180000 Set Time Stamp Value 183000 Set Time Stamp Value 190000 Set Time Stamp Value 193000 Set Time Stamp Value 200000 Set Time Stamp Value 203000 Set Time Stamp Value 210000 Set Time Stamp Value 213000 Set Time Stamp Value 220000 Set Time Stamp Value 223000 Set Time Stamp Value 230000 Set Tim
Configuration Symbols Default to USB with LEDs and Active BT Image Uploader Uncompressed Image (BMP) Image Uploader Far Field Image Uploader Near Field Code 39 Narrow Margin Enable Code 128 Narrow Margin Disable Code 128 Narrow Margin Enable Code 11 Enable (Two Checksum Digits Checked) Code 11 (One Checksum Digit Checked) Code 11 (Two Checksum Digits Checked and Stripped from Result) Code 11 (One Checksum Digit Checked and Stripped from Result) Disable Code 128 Narrow Margin Enable Code 128 Nar
Appendices Translate CRLF into Enter Default to Factory Settings, Save Settings, Reboot Erase Preamble Only Erase Postamble Only Erase Preamble and Postamble Disable Pharmacode Enable Pharmacode - No Color, Standard Rules, Horiz. Decode, Normal Direction Enable Pharmacode - Color, Relaxed Contrast, Horiz. Decode, Normal Direction Enable Pharmacode - No Enable Pharmacode - Color, Color, Standard Rules, Vert. Relaxed Contrast, Vert.
Configuration Symbols USB - Use Out Endpoint USB - Do Not Use Out Endpoint RF Attempt to Connect Time Out - 15 Seconds USB - Detect Out Endpoint RF Time Out - 6 Hours Settings Unlocked (Except Imager ID) Settings Locked Reboot Imager Modem - 1200 Baud Modem - 1200 Baud Modem - 1200 Baud Modem - 1200 Baud Modem - 1200 Baud Modem - 1200 Baud Modem - 1200 Baud Modem - 1200 Baud Modem - 1200 Baud Modem - 1200 Baud Modem - 1200 Baud Modem - 1200 Baud Save Settings A-28 Default to USB Defa
Appendices Modem - 1200 Baud Modem - 1200 Baud Modem - 1200 Baud Modem - 1200 Baud Modem - 1200 Baud Modem - 2400 Baud Modem - 2400 Baud Modem - 2400 Baud Modem - 2400 Baud Modem - 2400 Baud Modem - 2400 Baud Modem - 2400 Baud Modem - 2400 Baud Modem - 2400 Baud Modem - 2400 Baud Modem - 2400 Baud Modem - 2400 Baud Modem - 2400 Baud Modem - 2400 Baud Modem - 2400 Baud Save Settings MS-Q Imager User’s Manual Default to USB Default to PS/2 Clear All Data Clear XML Rules A-29
Configuration Symbols Modem - 2400 Baud Modem - 2400 Baud Modem - 4800 Baud Modem - 4800 Baud Modem - 4800 Baud Modem - 4800 Baud Modem - 4800 Baud Modem - 4800 Baud Modem - 4800 Baud Modem - 4800 Baud Modem - 4800 Baud Modem - 4800 Baud Modem - 4800 Baud Modem - 4800 Baud Modem - 4800 Baud Modem - 4800 Baud Modem - 4800 Baud Modem - 4800 Baud Modem - 4800 Baud Modem - 9600 Baud Save Settings A-30 Default to USB Default to PS/2 Clear All Data Clear XML Rules MS-Q Imager User’s Man
Appendices Modem - 9600 Baud Modem - 9600 Baud Modem - 9600 Baud Modem - 9600 Baud Modem - 9600 Baud Modem - 9600 Baud Modem - 9600 Baud Modem - 9600 Baud Modem - 9600 Baud Modem - 9600 Baud Modem - 9600 Baud Modem - 9600 Baud Modem - 9600 Baud Modem - 9600 Baud Modem - 9600 Baud Modem - 9600 Baud Modem - 19200 Baud Modem - 19200 Baud Modem - 19200 Baud Modem - 19200 Baud Save Settings MS-Q Imager User’s Manual Default to USB Default to PS/2 Clear All Data Clear XML Rules A-31
Configuration Symbols Modem - 19200 Baud Modem - 19200 Baud Modem - 19200 Baud Modem - 19200 Baud Modem - 19200 Baud Modem - 19200 Baud Modem - 19200 Baud Modem - 19200 Baud Modem - 19200 Baud Modem - 19200 Baud Modem - 19200 Baud Modem - 19200 Baud Modem - 19200 Baud Modem - 38400 Baud Modem - 38400 Baud Modem - 38400 Baud Modem - 38400 Baud Modem - 38400 Baud Modem - 38400 Baud Modem - 38400 Baud Save Settings A-32 Default to USB Default to PS/2 Clear All Data Clear XML Rules MS
Appendices Modem - 38400 Baud Modem - 38400 Baud Modem - 38400 Baud Modem - 38400 Baud Modem - 38400 Baud Modem - 38400 Baud Modem - 38400 Baud Modem - 38400 Baud Modem - 38400 Baud Modem - 38400 Baud Modem - 57600 Baud Modem - 57600 Baud Modem - 57600 Baud Modem - 57600 Baud Modem - 57600 Baud Modem - 57600 Baud Modem - 57600 Baud Modem - 57600 Baud Modem - 57600 Baud Modem - 57600 Baud Save Settings MS-Q Imager User’s Manual Default to USB Default to PS/2 Clear All Data Clear XML
Configuration Symbols Modem - 57600 Baud Modem - 57600 Baud Modem - 57600 Baud Modem - 57600 Baud Modem - 57600 Baud Modem - 57600 Baud Modem - 57600 Baud Modem - 115200 Baud Modem - 115200 Baud Modem - 115200 Baud Modem - 115200 Baud Modem - 115200 Baud Modem - 115200 Baud Modem - 115200 Baud Modem - 115200 Baud Modem - 115200 Baud Modem - 115200 Baud Modem - 115200 Baud Modem - 115200 Baud Modem - 115200 Baud Save Settings A-34 Default to USB Default to PS/2 Clear All Data Clear
Appendices Modem - 115200 Baud Modem - 115200 Baud Modem - 115200 Baud Modem - 115200 Baud Dump Setting Command Maxicode - Secondary Data Pass Through Append “:” to Postamble Append Imager ID to Preamble Append Imager ID to Postamble Append “:” to Preamble Append Symbology to Postamble Save Settings Using “~” Append “:” to Preamble Serial Mode Illumination Flash On Event Illumination Constant On Event RF Range Notification Off RF Range Notification Vibrate RF Range Notification Beep Save
Configuration Symbols Default to Factory RF One-Way Settings RF Range Notification Beep and Vibrate Tab Keystroke PS/2 Modem - English Keyboard Map with Leading 0 for NonPrintable ASCII PS/2 Modem - Universal Keyboard Map when in RF Mode PS/2 Modem - Custom Keyboard Map PS/2 Modem - English Keyboard Map without Leading 0 for NonPrintable ASCII PS/2 Modem - French Keyboard Map PS/2 Modem - German Keyboard Map PS/2 Modem - Japanese Keyboard Map PS/2 Modem - Ctrl + Char.
Appendices Duplicate Read Delay 300 Seconds Enable Micro QR Code Show Bluetooth Access in Modem AGC Enable Version 1 AGC Enable Version 0 (Legacy) Enable QR Code and Micro QR Code USB Virtual COM Port One-Way Mode USB Virtual COM Port Two-Way Mode NEC 2 of 5 Off NEC 2 of 5 On RF Factory Defaults Interleaved 2 of 5 with Control Character Stripped from Result PS/2 Interscan Delay 5 mS PS/2 Interscan Delay 10 mS Trioptic Code 39 Off Trioptic Code 39 On Matrix 2 of 5 Off Matrix 2 of 5 On Enab
Configuration Symbols PS/2 Interscan Delay 100 mS Clear All JavaScript Files Enable Motion Detection Near and Far Fields Disable Motion Detection Disable Bluetooth Connection While Charging Enable Bluetooth Connection While Charging Enable Time Stamp Time Clock Preamble Disable Time Stamp Time Clock Preamble USB Bluetooth Mode Lockout Link Mode Unlock Link Enable Background Capture Disable Background Capture Modem Pre-Emptible Modem Non-Pre-Emptible Enable Data Matrix Improvements Disable D
Appendices Enable Left Button Mode Switching Change IP Mode Quadrus Only Mode Change IP Mode Quadrus Mode 1 Change IP Mode Standard Mode ECC 0-140 On ECC 0-140 Off Default LEDs IR LEDs Off, Visible LEDs On Visible LEDs Off, IR LEDs Control IR LEDs Separately (Lower Intensity IR) On (Near IR LEDs Off) Disable Left Button Disable Right Button Disable Left and Right Buttons UII-Only Enabled UII-Only Enabled with Error Messaging UII Enabled with Pass Through UII Enabled with Error Messaging and
Configuration Symbols Laser Off, All LEDs On at 100% Laser On, All LEDs On at 100% Default to Previous Settings (Disable USB Battery Charge Mode) Laser Off, Control IR Separately in Both Fields Laser On, Control IR Separately in Both Fields USB Connect Mode Enable MIL-STD-130M Laser Off, Visible LEDs Off, Laser On, Visible LEDs Off, IR LEDs On at 100% IR LEDs On at 100% USB Battery Charge Mode RS-232 Connect Mode Enable MIL-STD-130N RS-232 Default Settings Mode Save Settings A-40 Default to U
Appendices Appendix D — Configuration Symbol Reference List M001_01 M002_01 M003_01 M004_01 M005_01 M006_01 M007_01 M008_01 M009_01 M010_01 M011_01 M012_01 M013_01 M014_01 M015_01 M016_01 M017_01 M018_01 M019_01 M020_01 M021_01 M022_01 M023_01 M024_01 M025_01 M026_01 M027_01 M028_01 M029_01 M030_01 M031_01 M032_01 M033_01 M034_01 M035_01 M036_01 M037_01 M038_01 Global Optimization - A1 Global Optimization - A2 Global Optimization - A3 Global Optimization - B1 Global Optimization - B2 Global Optimization -
Configuration Symbol Reference List M039_01 M040_01 M041_01 M042_01 M043_01 M044_01 M045_01 M046_01 M047_01 M048_01 M049_03 M050_01 M051_02 M052_01 M054_01 M055_01 M056_01 M057_01 M058_01 M059_01 M060_03 M061_02 M062_02 M063_02 M064_01 M065_01 M066_01 M067_01 M068_01 M069_01 M070_01 M071_01 M072_01 M073_02 M074_02 M075_01 M076_01 M077_02 M078_02 M079_01 A-42 Right Button Optimization - A3 Right Button Optimization - B1 Right Button Optimization - B2 Right Button Optimization - B3 Right Button Optimization
Appendices M080_01 M081_01 M082_01 M083_01 M084_01 M085_01 M086_01 M087_01 M088_01 M089_01 M090_01 M091_01 M092_01 M093_01 M094_01 M095_01 M096_01 M097_01 M098_01 M099_01 M100_01 M101_01 M102_01 M103_01 M104_01 M105_01 M106_01 M107_01 M108_01 M109_01 M110_01 M111_01 M112_01 M113_01 M114_02 M115_01 M116_01 M117_01 M118_01 M119_01 Continuous Trigger Optimization - A2 Continuous Trigger Optimization - A3 Continuous Trigger Optimization - B1 Continuous Trigger Optimization - B2 Continuous Trigger Optimization
Configuration Symbol Reference List M120_01 M121_01 M122_01 M123_01 M124_01 M125_01 M126_01 M127_01 M128_01 M129_02 M130_01 M132_01 M133_01 M134_02 M135_04 M136_01 M137_01 M138_02 M139_02 M140_02 M141_03 M142_01 M143_01 M144_01 M145_01 M146_01 M147_01 M148_01 M149_01 M150_01 M151_01 M152_01 M153_01 M154_04 M155_03 M156_03 M157_03 M159_02 M160_04 M161_04 A-44 Bluetooth Radio - Time Out - 2 Hours Bluetooth Radio - Time Out - 5 Minutes Bluetooth Radio - Time Out - 10 Minutes Bluetooth Radio - Time Out - 15 M
Appendices M162_01 M163_01 M164_02 M165_04 M166_01 M167_04 M168_04 M169_04 M170_04 M171_01 M172_01 M173_01 M174_01 M175_01 M176_01 M177_01 M178_01 M179_01 M181_02 M182_01 M183_01 M184_01 M185_01 M186_01 M188_02 M189_01 M190_01 M191_01 M192_01 M193_01 M194_01 M195_01 M196_01 M197_02 M198_02 M199_02 M200_02 M201_03 M202_03 M203_01 Preamble - Erase/None Postamble - Erase/None Preamble - Space Postamble - Space Preamble - Tab - USB Keyboard Mode Postamble - Tab - USB Keyboard Mode Postamble - Carriage Return -
Configuration Symbol Reference List M204_01 M205_01 M206_01 M207_01 M208_01 M209_01 M210_01 M211_01 M212_01 M213_01 M214_02 M215_01 M216_01 M217_01 M218_02 M219_04 M220_01 M221_01 M222_01 M223_01 M224_01 M225_01 M226_01 M227_01 M228_01 M229_01 M230_01 M231_01 M232_01 M233_01 M234_01 M235_01 M236_01 M237_01 M238_01 M239_01 M240_01 M241_01 M242_01 M243_01 A-46 Enable VGA Handle Trigger (Rev 5 hardware or earlier only) Enable SXGA Left Button Enable VGA Left Button (Rev 5 hardware or earlier only) Enable SXG
Appendices M244_02 M245_02 M246_01 M247_02 M248_01 M249_01 M250_01 M251_01 M252_01 M253_01 M254_01 M255_01 M256_01 M257_01 M258_01 M259_01 M260_01 M261_01 M262_01 M263_01 M264_01 M265_01 M266_01 M267_01 M268_01 M269_01 M270_01 M271_01 M272_01 M273_01 M274_01 M275_01 M276_01 M277_01 M280_01 M281_02 M282_01 M283_01 M284_02 M285_02 Interleaved 2 of 5 On Interleaved 2 of 5 Two Digits Off Interleaved 2 of 5 Two Digits On Interleaved 2 of 5 Four Digits Off Interleaved 2 of 5 Four Digits On Disable Interleaved 2o
Configuration Symbol Reference List M286_01 M287_01 M288_01 M289_04 M290_01 M291_01 M292_01 M293_01 M294_01 M295_01 M296_01 M297_01 M298_01 M299_01 M300_01 M301_01 M308_03 M313_01 M314_01 M315_01 M316_01 M317_01 M318_01 M319_01 M320_01 M321_01 M322_01 M323_01 M324_01 M325_01 M326_01 M327_01 M328_01 M329_01 M330_02 M331_02 M334_01 M335_01 M336_01 M337_01 A-48 MacroPDF417 Off MacroPDF417 On Maxicode Off Maxicode On MSI Plessey Off MSI Plessey On PDF417 Off PDF417 On UPC Off UPC On UPC Extension Off UPC Exte
Appendices M338_01 M339_01 M340_01 M341_01 M342_01 M343_01 M344_01 M345_01 M346_01 M347_01 M348_01 M349_01 M350_01 M351_01 M352_01 M353_01 M354_01 M355_01 M356_01 M357_01 M358_01 M359_01 M360_01 M361_01 M362_01 M363_01 M364_01 M365_01 M366_01 M367_01 M368_01 M369_01 M370_01 M371_01 M372_01 M373_01 M374_01 M375_01 M376_01 M377_01 Set TimeStamp Value 030000 Set TimeStamp Value 033000 Set TimeStamp Value 040000 Set TimeStamp Value 043000 Set TimeStamp Value 050000 Set TimeStamp Value 053000 Set TimeStamp Valu
Configuration Symbol Reference List M378_01 M379_01 M381_01 M382_01 M383_01 M384_01 M385_01 M386_01 M387_01 M388_01 M389_01 M390_01 M391_01 M392_01 M393_01 M394_01 M395_01 M396_01 M397_01 M398_01 M399_01 M400_01 M401_01 M402_01 M404_01 M405_02 M406_02 M407_01 M408_01 M409_01 M410_01 M411_01 M412_01 M413_01 M414_01 M415_01 M416_01 M417_01 M418_02 M419_01 A-50 Set TimeStamp Value 230000 Set TimeStamp Value 233000 Preamble STX Postamble ETX Default to USB with LEDs and Active BT Default to PS/2 with LEDs and
Appendices M420_01 M421_01 M422_01 M423_01 M424_01 M425_01 M426_01 M427_01 M428_01 M429_01 M430_01 M432_01 M433_01 M434_01 M435_01 M436_01 M437_01 M438_01 M439_01 M440_01 M441_01 M442_01 M443_01 M444_01 M445_01 M446_01 M447_01 M448_01 M449_01 M450_01 M451_01 M452_01 M453_01 M454_01 M455_01 M456_01 M457_01 M458_01 M459_01 M460_01 Replace All \\ with \ for PDF417 Set Top Buttons to Toggle Continuous Trigger On and Off RF Attempt to Connect Timeout: Default - 30 sec. RF Attempt to Connect Timeout: 15 sec.
Configuration Symbol Reference List M461_01 M462_01 M463_01 M464_01 M465_01 M466_01 M467_01 M468_01 M469_01 M470_01 M471_01 M472_01 M473_01 M474_01 M475_01 M476_01 M477_01 M478_01 M479_01 M480_01 M481_01 M482_01 M483_01 M484_01 M485_01 M486_01 M487_01 M488_01 M489_01 M490_01 M491_01 M492_01 M493_01 M494_01 M495_01 M496_01 M497_01 M498_01 M499_01 M500_01 A-52 Modem - 2400 baud Modem - 2400 baud Modem - 2400 baud Modem - 2400 baud Modem - 2400 baud Modem - 4800 baud Modem - 4800 baud Modem - 4800 baud Modem
Appendices M501_01 M502_01 M503_01 M504_01 M505_01 M506_01 M507_01 M508_01 M509_01 M510_01 M511_01 M512_01 M513_01 M514_01 M515_01 M516_01 M517_01 M518_01 M519_01 M520_01 M521_01 M522_01 M523_01 M524_01 M525_01 M526_01 M527_01 M528_01 M529_01 M530_01 M531_01 M532_01 M533_01 M534_01 M535_01 M536_01 M537_01 M538_01 M539_01 M540_01 Modem - 19200 baud Modem - 19200 baud Modem - 19200 baud Modem - 19200 baud Modem - 19200 baud Modem - 19200 baud Modem - 19200 baud Modem - 19200 baud Modem - 19200 baud Modem - 1
Configuration Symbol Reference List M541_01 M542_01 M543_01 M544_01 M545_01 M546_01 M547_01 M548_01 M549_01 M550_01 M551_01 M552_01 M553_01 M554_01 M555_01 M556_01 M557_01 M558_01 M559_01 M560_01 M561_01 M562_01 M563_01 M564_01 M565_01 M566_01 M567_01 M568_01 M569_02 M571_01 M572_01 M573_01 M574_01 M576_01 M577_01 M578_01 M579_02 M580_02 M581_01 M582_01 A-54 Modem - 57600 baud Modem - 57600 baud Modem - 57600 baud Modem - 57600 baud Modem - 57600 baud Modem - 57600 baud Modem - 57600 baud Modem - 57600 ba
Appendices M583_01 M584_02 M585_02 M586_01 M587_01 M589_01 M590_01 M591_01 M592_01 M593_01 M594_01 M595_01 M596_01 M597_01 M598_01 M599_01 M600_01 M602_01 M603_01 M604_01 M605_01 M606_01 M607_01 M608_01 M609_03 M610_01 M658_01 M659_01 M661_01 M667_01 M668_01 M669_01 M670_01 M671_01 M672_01 M673_01 M674_01 M675_01 M684_01 M685_01 RF Range Notification - Beep USB Kb Enumerate on Preset LED - Disable Alternate OS Compatibility USB Kb Enumerate on Preset LED - Enable Alternate OS Compatibility Default to Facto
Configuration Symbol Reference List M687_03 M692_01 M693_01 M694_01 M695_01 M696_01 M701_01 M702_01 M704_01 M705_01 M706_02 M707_03 M708_01 M710_02 M711_01 M738_01 M739_01 M742_01 M743_01 M744_01 M745_01 M746_01 M747_01 Q001_01 Q002_01 Q003_01 Q004_01 Q005_01 Q006_01 Q007_01 Q008_01 Q009_01 Q010_01 Q011_01 Q012_01 Q013_01 Q014_01 Q015_01 Q016_01 Q017_01 A-56 Enable Micro QR Code Standard and Inverse Boot Mode PS/2 Interscan Delay - 5 mS PS/2 Interscan Delay - 10 mS PS/2 Interscan Delay - 100 mS Clear All
Appendices Q018_01 Q019_01 Q020_01 Q021_01 Q022_01 Q023_01 Q024_01 Q025_01 Q026_01 Q027_01 Q028_01 Q029_01 Q030_01 Q031_01 Q032_01 MS101_01 UII Disabled Enable 2-Symbol Simultaneous Read Disable 2-Symbol Simultaneous Read Laser Off, Visible LEDs Off, IR LEDs On at 100% Laser On, Visible LEDs Off, IR LEDs On at 100% Laser Off, All LEDs On at 100% Laser On, All LEDs On at 100% Enable USB Battery Charge Mode Default to Previous Settings (Disable USB Battery Charge Mode) Laser Off, Control IR Separately in Bot
Performing a Hardware Default and Manual Battery Recharge Appendix E — Performing a Hardware Default and Manual Battery Recharge Note: The following procedures are only applicable to MS-Q configurations using the original (H1) handle and original lithium ion battery. Occasionally it may become necessary to reset your imager to its factory default configuration. If your imager is locked or is failing to read, perform the following steps: 1. Remove the imager from the H1 handle. 2.
Appendices 4. Press and hold down the left and right top buttons while reinserting and locking the battery. 5. Reinsert the imager in the handle attachment’s cradle, aligning the cradle with the grooves along the sides of the main unit. Be sure that the handle’s 8-pin mini-DIN connector inserts completely into the back of the imager. 6. Press and hold down the imager’s left and right top buttons while reinserting the cable into the bottom of the handle attachment.
Performing a Hardware Default and Manual Battery Recharge Performing a Manual Battery Recharge If the MS-Q’s lithium ion battery is allowed to lose 100% of its charge, the imager will become locked in a continuous vibration cycle. The mechanism of vibration is the same as the “successful decode” indicator, which can be switched between beep and vibrate. However, when the imager vibrates to indicate total loss of battery charge, it is unable to decode symbol data and it cannot be defaulted.
Appendices Appendix F — MS-Q Quadrus Secure with Image Lock The MS-Q Quadrus Imager is available in a secured version with disabled image capture and downloading. Permanent removal of image upload functionality in the MS-Q Quadrus Secure with Image Lock (FIS-6100-0046G – Rev 5 Hardware or earlier; FIS-6100-0053G – Rev 6 Hardware) makes it useful in sensitive industrial environments where photography is prohibited.
MS-Q Protective Jacket Appendix G — MS-Q Protective Jacket The MS-Q Protective Jacket (20-000925-01) is an accessory for MS-Q Imagers with the first-generation (H1) handle option.
Appendices Appendix H — MS-Q Battery Charger The MS-Q Battery Charger Kit can be used with the battery handle option. Battery Charger Kit 1 2 3 Battery Charger Kit (as pictured) includes: (1.) Power Supply (2.) Charger, Retainer Clip, screw, washer (3.) 4 screws (for Bluetooth Modem) Note: Battery Handle, Reader, Bluetooth Modem, and cable ordered and sold separately. Battery Charger Installation Instructions Installing the Power Cable 1.
MS-Q Battery Charger Battery Charger Mounting Instructions The charger can be mounted to a wall or a countertop. Wall-Mounted Battery Charger Countertop-Mounted Battery Charger Note: If you are mounting the charger to a wall, first install the retainer clip with washer and screw (Step 1). The retainer clip prevents the handle from detaching from the charger and falling. If you are mounting the charger to a countertop, start at Step 2 and do not install the retainer clip. 1.
Appendices Appendix I — MS-Q Bluetooth Modem The MS-Q Bluetooth Modem is an external modem designed to be connected to the host computer while using a Bluetooth-enabled MS-Q Imager. The modem enables the imager to transmit captured and decoded data wirelessly to the host computer. The modem can accommodate three different cable attachment types, as shown below.
MS-Q Bluetooth Modem Connecting with a Quick Connect Code (All Cable Types) • Read the Quick Connect Code on the top label of the Bluetooth Modem, using the MS-Q Imager you intend to connect to the host computer. The imager and host computer should connect within 60 seconds. The MS-Q will beep once and flash both LEDs GREEN as a confirmation. If the MS-Q and host computer do not connect, the imager will beep three times in rapid succession and flash its RED LEDs.
Appendices Keyboard Input (USB and PS/2) The Bluetooth Modem is set to English-language keyboard mapping by default. To communicate using a different keyboard setting, read the appropriate configuration symbol below. English (Default) Universal French German Japanese Ctrl + Char. No Leading 0 Bluetooth Modem Installation with RS-232 Cable Install Cable • • • • Attach the RS-232 cable to the Bluetooth Modem. Connect the RS-232 adapter to the back of the host computer.
MS-Q Maintenance Appendix J — MS-Q Maintenance MS-Q maintenance guidelines are provided below. Cleaning the MS-Q Window The MS-Q window should be clean to allow optimum performance. The window is the clear plastic piece inside the front of the reader. Do not touch the window, as fingerprints may impede decode performance. The MS-Q uses CMOS technology that is much like a digital camera, and marks on the window will interfere with image captures.
Hyperlink Index A About the MS-Q Imager About This Manual Adaptive Mode Add Batch Files to Collection Add Macro Advanced Advanced Operations Advanced Options Advanced Preferences AGC Frame Adjust Count AGC Selection AI (Format 05) Always Ask Before Auto Sync Occurs Appendices Application Mode Assemble the Imager Assembling the Imager with a BH1 or BH2 Battery Handle Assembling the Imager with an H1 (Original) Handle Assembling the Imager with the H2 Cabled Handle Assembly (100 Series) Assembly (200 Series)
C Batch/Battery Hardware Batch/Battery Interface Batch/Battery Overview Battery Charge Times (Typical) Battery Handle (3900 mAH) Parts List Battery Usage (Typical) Baud Rate (RS-232) Beep / Vibrate Beep and Vibrate Settings Beep and Vibrate Settings by ESP Beep Before Bluetooth Connection Beep Volume Begin Transmission BH1 / BH2 Charger Installation Instructions BH1 / BH2 Charger Kit BH1 / BH2 Charger Mounting Instructions Bluetooth Bluetooth Access Bluetooth Access by ESP Bluetooth Auto-Connect Bluetooth b
D Index Codablock F Code 11 Code 11 by ESP Code 128 Code 128 by ESP Code 39 Code 39 by ESP Code 93 Code 93 by ESP Communication Protocols Communications Communications by ESP Communications Overview Complete Configuration Compliance Indicator Composite Composite by ESP Composite Linkage Control Configuration Symbol Reference List Configuration Symbols Connect Connecting to the Bluetooth Modem Connecting to the Bluetooth Modem via RS-232 Connecting via RS-232 with a USB Bluetooth Modem Connection Wizard Co
E Deactivate XML Rules Decode Try Time Default Reader Default Settings Defaulting ESP Settings Delete Data Delete Stored Errors Delete Stored Results Determine Optimum Position Device Control DI (Format 06) Differences from Default Disable Echo Disable Right Button Disclaimer Disconnect Bluetooth Display Incoming Data Even When Not in Focus Do Not Send or Receive Settings Document Memo Download Batch File Collection Dual Optics E Edit Edit Macro Editing a Macro EID Too Long Electrical Electrical Specificat
G Index Find Next Find Previous Firmware Firmware Verification FIS Options Fixed Mode Format Header Function Keys G Gain Break Point General Preferences General Specifications Generate Barcode Global Optimization GS1 DataBar GS1 DataBar by ESP H H1 (Original) Handle Parts List H2 Cabled Handle Parts List Handle Trigger Handle Trigger Optimization Handle Trigger Programming Handle Trigger Take Picture Highlighting Host Acknowledgement Timeout I I/O Parameters I/O Parameters by ESP Illumination Image Out
K Installation Steps for RS-232 Installation Steps for USB Interleaved 2 of 5 Interleaved 2 of 5 by ESP Invalid AI Invalid Characters Invalid Compliance Indicator Invalid DI Invalid Format Header Invalid TEI IP Modes IR LEDs Issuing Agency Code K Keyboard Macros Keyboard Mapping Keyboard Mapping by ESP L Laser Target Laser Target Brightness Laser Target by ESP Laser/LED Radiation Left / Right Top LEDs Left Button Left Button Optimization Left Button Programming Left/Right LEDs Light Collection Options Lig
M Index M Macro Name Macro Value Macros Manual Battery Recharge Matrix 2 of 5 Matrix 2 of 5 by ESP Max Connection Wait Time Maxicode Maxicode by ESP Maximum Decodes per Read Maximum Exposure Maximum Gain Mechanical Specifications Menu Toolbar Message Trailer Micro PDF417 MicroPDF417 by ESP Minimum Exposure Minimum Gain Mirroring Model Model Memo Motion Detection Motion Detection by ESP Motion Sensitivity Move to Start MSI Plessey MSI Plessey by ESP MS-Q + LightRay Kits MS-Q Battery Charger MS-Q Battery Ch
O New Model Next Row Non-Printable Characters Non-UII Characters Non-UII Characters in a UII Message Stream O One-Way Mode Options Only Show Icon Only Show Text Open / Save Optimization Definitions Optimization Guide Optimization Parameters Options Other Communications Settings in ESP Out-of-Range Notification (Bluetooth) P Parity (RS-232) Part Number Part Number Too Long Paste Pause PDF417 PDF417 by ESP Performing a Hardware Default Pharmacode Pharmacode by ESP Postal Symbologies Postal Symbologies by ES
Q Index Q QR Code QR Code by ESP Quadrus Mode 1 Quadrus Only Mode Quick Start R Read Parameters Reader Packet Format Reader Send Retry Count Reader to Host Packet Size Reading Symbols (100 Series) Reading Symbols (200 Series) Reading Symbols with LightRay (100 Series) Reading Symbols with LightRay (200 Series) Reboot Reader Receive After Connect Receive Reader Settings Receive Settings from the Reader Reconnect Timeout Reconnecting to the Host Rectangular Data Matrix Region of Interest Reload Last File R
S RS-232 Mode RS-232 Protocol S Safety Certifications Save Save Batch File Collection As Save Current Text Save to Reader Scanner Indicators Select Adaptive or Fixed Mode Select All Select Model Select Protocol and Connect to Imager Select Quadrus Only or Standard Mode Select Region of Interest Send Send and Buffer Send and Buffer Mode Send and Log Send and Log Mode Send and Save Send Current Command Send Current View Send ESP Settings to the Reader Send XON with Auto-Connect Send, No Save Send/Receive Ser
T Index Stop Stop Bits (RS-232) Store If Not Connected Switch Model SXGA (Megapixel) Imaging Area Symbol Background Symbol Density Symbol Readability Index Symbologies Symbologies by ESP Symbology Identifier Symbology Identifier by ESP T Table of Contents Target Spot Brightness Targeting Suggestions Technical Support TEI (Format DD) Terminal Terminal Dropdown Menu Terminal Preferences Terminal Right-Click Menu Terminal View Text Commands Text Commands by ESP Timeout Settings (Cabled) Toggling Between Ada
V UII Enabled with Error Messaging and Pass Through UII Enabled with Pass Through UII Error Messages UII Mode Features UII Mode Settings UII Mode Settings by ESP UII Overview UII Too Long UII-Only Enabled UII-Only Enabled with Error Messaging Unique Item Identifiers UPC/EAN/JAN UPC/EAN/JAN by ESP Upload Logged Errors Upload Stored Data USB Battery Charge Mode USB Cable Pinouts USB Communications USB Configuration USB Connect Mode USB Downloader Mode USB HID POS (Terminal ID 131) USB Interface USB Keyboard M
