INTRODUCTION 
 
 
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1 INTRODUCTION 
 
 
The TC1200 compact CCD reader is the perfect solution for many OEM applications. It 
contains a built-in decoder
 and multi-standard interface. Due to its well-balanced mix of 
technical characteristics it is perfect for integration into custom equipment, setting a new 
standard in this product class. 
 
This Reference Manual provides connection diagrams, default parameter listing, complete 
application parameter settings, specific technical features and reading diagrams. 
 
 
1.1 CONFIGURATION METHODS 
 
1.1.1 Configuration Using Datalogic Aladdin™ 
(for RS232/USB-COM Interfaces) 
 
The easiest way to configure TC1200 is by using the Datalogic Aladdin™ utility program 
downloadable from: www.automation.datalogic.com
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Aladdin allows you to program the TC1200 reader by selecting configuration commands 
through a user-friendly graphical interface running on a PC. These commands are sent to the 
reader over the selected communication interface, or they can be printed as barcodes to be 
scanned. 
 
Aladdin also provides Help On-Line files explaining how to use the program as well as 
descriptions of the configuration parameters. 
 
Aladdin also provides the ability to perform a software upgrade for the connected device (see 
the Datalogic Aladdin™ Help On-Line for more details). 
 
 
1.1.2 Configuration Using Serial Programming Strings 
(for RS232/USB-COM Interfaces) 
 
This manual contains the complete
 set of command strings for TC1200 configuration. These 
strings can be sent via the RS232/USB-COM interface using a terminal emulator such as 
HyperTerminal. 
 
Refer to Chapter 3 of this manual for configuration procedures using Serial Strings sent by 
the Host. 
 
 
 
1.1.3  Configuration Using Programming Barcode Labels 
(for all Interfaces) 
 
Refer to Chapter 4 of this manual for configuration procedures using Programming Bacode 
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