Instructions

Data Capture 3 - 13
Aiming with DS36X8-ER
When scanning, the DS36X8-ER projects a red laser aiming pattern which allows positioning the barcode within its
field of view. See Table 3-8 on page 3-15 for the proper distance to achieve between the digital scanner and a
barcode.
If necessary, the digital scanner turns on its red LEDs to illuminate the target barcode.
To scan a barcode, center the symbol in any orientation within the aiming pattern. Be sure the entire symbol is
within the area formed by the illumination LEDs.
The digital scanner can also read a barcode presented within the aiming pattern but not centered.
The two outer red lines are range indicators which help with near field barcode reading (distances under 2 feet). To
ensure a successful decode, make sure the two outer red lines extend beyond the barcode width.
For distances beyond 2 feet, ensure that the dot is within the barcode.
Figure 3-8 DS36X8-ER Aiming Pattern
Aiming with DS36X8-DP
When scanning, the DS36X8-DP and DS36X8-DPA projects a red laser aiming dot which allows positioning the
barcode within its field of view. See Table 3-9 on page 3-15 for the proper distance to achieve between the digital
scanner and a barcode.
Figure 3-9 DS36X8-DP and DS36X8-DPA Aiming Pattern
The digital scanner beeps to indicate that it successfully decoded the barcode. For more information on beeper and
LED definitions, see Table 3-1 on page 3-2.