HF680 Series User Guide 1
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About This Manual
This User Guide provides installation and programming instructions for 
HF680 (Second Generation), HF680E, and HF680M Hands-Free Area-Imaging 
Scanners. Product specifications, dimensions, warranty, and customer support 
information are also included.
Honeywell barcode scanners are factory programmed for the most common 
terminal and communications settings. If you need to change these settings, 
programming is accomplished by scanning the barcodes in this guide.
An asterisk (*) next to an option indicates the default setting.
About HF680 Second Generation Models
This guide is only intended for HF680 Second Generation use. Before starting, 
verify the scanner’s part number includes “-R” after HF680 (e.g., 
HF680-Rx-xxxxxx). The part number can be found on the label on the bottom of 
your device (see page 156).
Note: For earlier models, refer to HF680-EN-QS, available for download at 
honeywellaidc.com (region dependent).
Unpack Your Device
After you open the shipping carton containing the product, take the following 
steps:
• Check for damage during shipment. Report damage immediately to the carrier 
who delivered the carton.
• Make sure the items in the carton match your order.
• Save the shipping container for later storage or shipping.