User Manual

SCANNING 2 - 3
Scanning
When scanning, the scanner projects a red laser line which should be placed across the bar code as shown in
Figure 2-1. See Decode Ranges on page 2-5 for the proper distance to achieve between the scanner and a bar
code.
Hand-Held Scanning
To scan:
1. Ensure all connections are secure (see the appropriate host chapter).
2. Aim the scanner at the bar code.
3. Press the trigger.
Figure 2-1 Scanning
4. Ensure the scan line crosses every bar and space of the symbol.
5. Upon successful decode, the scanner beeps and the LED turns green. For more information on beeper
and LED definitions, see Table 2-1 and Table 2-2.
RIGHT
012345
WRONG
012345