Getting Started
14 Rhino™ II
5. The scanner should now be ready for use. To test, run any
program that accepts keyboard input and perform a scan. If the
data does not display in the application, consult the user manual
for the scanner.
Connecting a Serial Scanner
COM1 provides 5VDC on pin 9, COM2 provides 12 VDC. Verify which
voltage the scanner requires and connect to the appropriate COM
port.
1. Remove the cable compartment cover plate.
2. Plug the cable into the desired COM port. Depending on the
scanner you are attaching, you may hear a series of beeps and
the Good Read light may flash.
3. Choose a rubber plug for the scanner cable with the appropriate
sized hole. Run the cable through the hole, then insert the plug
into a slot on the terminal.
4. If desired, use a nylon tie-wrap to secure the cable to the post
inside the cable compartment. Replace the cable compartment
cover
5. Configure the serial wedge program for the selected port and
baud rater. See Setting Up Serial Scanning on page 127. The
scanner should now be ready for use. To test, run any program
that accepts keyboard input and perform a scan. If the data does
not display in the application, consult the user manual for the
scanner.