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Honeywell HF680 User Manual

Honeywell HF680
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User Guide
HF680 Series
Hand-Free Area-Imaging Scanners
Models: HF680 (Second Generation), HF680E, HF680M

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Honeywell HF680 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Scan PatternArea Image (1280 x 800 pixel array)
Humidity0% to 95% relative humidity, non-condensing
Standby Power0.45 W (90 mA @ 5 VDC)
Light Levels0 to 100, 000 lux
Decode CapabilityReads standard 1D, PDF, 2D, Postal and OCR symbologies
InterfaceUSB, RS232, Keyboard Wedge
Operating Temperature0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F)
Storage Temperature-40°F to 158°F (-40°C to 70°C)
DropDesigned to withstand 1.5 m (5 ft) drops
Input Voltage4.0 V DC to 5.5 V DC

Summary

Chapter 1 - Get Started

About This Manual

Provides installation and programming instructions for HF680 series scanners.

About HF680 Second Generation Models

Information specific to the HF680 Second Generation model usage.

Unpack Your Device

Steps for safely unpacking the scanner and checking contents.

Device Connection

Instructions for connecting the scanner via USB and RS232 serial ports.

Reading Techniques

Guidance on optimizing barcode reading based on symbology and reflectivity.

Menu Barcode Security Settings

How to restrict access to menu programming barcodes for security.

Custom Defaults Configuration

Steps to create and save custom default scanner settings.

Chapter 2 - Program the Interface

Introduction to Interface Programming

Overview of how to program the scanner for desired host interfaces.

Plug and Play Interface Setup

Instant scanner setup for common interfaces using Plug and Play barcodes.

RS232 Serial Port Configuration

Settings for connecting and programming the scanner via RS232 serial port.

USB IBM SurePos Interface Setup

Programming the scanner for IBM SurePos (handheld/tabletop) USB interfaces.

USB PC/Macintosh Keyboard Interface

Configuring scanner for USB PC or Macintosh keyboard emulation.

USB HID Interface

Programming the scanner for USB HID (Human Interface Device) applications.

USB Serial Interface

Configuring the scanner to emulate a standard RS232-based COM port via USB.

CTS/RTS Emulation

Enabling or disabling CTS/RTS hardware flow control for serial communication.

ACK/NAK Mode

Configuring the scanner to use ACK/NAK acknowledgment protocol.

Secondary Interface for USB

Configuring scanner for communication with management software via USB.

Keyboard Country Layout Configuration

Setting the keyboard layout for different countries for USB interfaces.

Keyboard Wedge Modifiers

Options for modifying keyboard wedge behavior, including ALT Mode.

ALT Mode for Special Characters

Using ALT Mode for scanning special characters from the extended ASCII chart.

Keyboard Style Settings

Configuring keyboard styles like Caps Lock and Shift Lock.

Keyboard Conversion Options

Forcing alphabetic characters to uppercase or lowercase.

Control Character Output Settings

Sending text strings instead of control characters for output.

Keyboard Modifiers

Configuring special keyboard features like CTRL+ASCII codes and Turbo Mode.

RS232 Modifiers

Adjusting RS232 communication parameters like baud rate and data format.

Chapter 3 - Input/Output Settings

Beeper Settings

Configure scanner beep behavior for good reads, errors, volume, and pitch.

LED Indicators

Configure LED behavior for good reads and number of flashes.

Scan Triggering Modes

Configure scanner activation via IR sensor or serial commands.

Scan Timing and Delays

Set delays for reads, rereads, and timeouts to optimize scanning.

Presentation Modes

Configure scanner behavior for automatic presentation scanning.

Barcode Reading Quality Settings

Improve scanner performance for damaged or poor quality barcodes.

Character Activation and Deactivation

Control scanner scanning using specific characters.

Illumination and No Read Settings

Manage scanner illumination and notification for unreadable barcodes.

Video Reverse and Working Orientation

Adjust scanner for inverted barcodes and barcode orientation.

Chapter 4 - Data Edit

Prefix and Suffix Configuration Overview

Understanding how prefixes and suffixes build the scanner's message string.

Managing Prefixes and Suffixes

Learn how to add, clear, and manage prefixes and suffixes for symbologies.

Function Code Transmission

Enable or disable transmission of function codes within scanned data.

Data Transmission Delays

Configure delays between data transmissions to ensure data integrity.

Chapter 5 - Data Format

Data Format Editor Introduction

Introduction to using the Data Format Editor to change scanner output.

Managing Data Formats

Learn to view, add, clear, and manage scanner data formats.

Data Format Editor Commands

Commands for manipulating the cursor and data within the editor.

Send Commands

Commands to output characters, numbers, or specific character sequences.

Move Commands

Commands to move the cursor forward, backward, or to the beginning/end.

Search Commands

Commands to search forward or backward for specific characters.

Miscellaneous Commands

Commands for suppressing characters, replacing characters, and checking data.

Chapter 6 - Symbologies

Symbology Management and Defaults

Overview of symbologies, enabling/disabling all, and message length.

Linear Symbology Configuration

Settings for linear barcodes like Codabar, Code 39, UPC, EAN, etc.

2D Symbology Configuration

Settings for 2D barcodes like Data Matrix, QR Code, MaxiCode, Aztec.

Postal Symbology Configuration

Settings for various postal barcode types.

GS1 Emulation

Configure scanner to emulate GS1 data carriers for data formatting.

Chapter 7 - Utilities

Add Test Code I.D. Prefix

Temporarily add a Code I.D. prefix to all symbologies for testing.

Show Software Revision

Display scanner software revision, serial number, and product information.

Show Data Format

Display current data format settings configured on the scanner.

Test Menu Operation

Use the test menu to view programming code content during operation.

EZConfig for Scanning Software

Using PC software to configure scanner, download upgrades, and manage parameters.

Reset Factory Defaults

Restore scanner settings to original factory defaults.

Chapter 8 - Serial Programming Commands

Conventions for Commands

Understanding the syntax and conventions used for command descriptions.

Menu Command Syntax

Explanation of the structure and syntax for menu commands.

Query Commands

Using special characters to query the scanner about its settings.

Concatenation of Multiple Commands

Issuing multiple commands within a single sequence for efficiency.

Examples of Query Commands

Practical examples demonstrating how to query scanner settings.

Trigger Commands

Serial commands to activate and deactivate the scanner's trigger.

Chapter 9 - Product Specifications

Scanner Specifications by Model

Detailed specifications for HF680 (2nd Gen), HF680E, and HF680M models.

Depth of Field Performance

Charts showing scanner read distance performance for various symbologies.

Cable Pinout and Interface Details

Pin assignments and details for serial and USB interfaces.

Required Safety Labels Information

Location and identification of essential safety labels on the scanner.

Chapter 10 - Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Product Repairs and Maintenance

Procedures for scanner maintenance, cleaning, and cable replacement.

Troubleshooting Scanner Issues

Guide to diagnosing and resolving common scanner operational problems.

Appendix A - Reference Charts

Symbology Reference Tables

Tables detailing symbology IDs, modifiers, and hex values.

ASCII and Character Mapping Charts

Charts for ASCII conversion, character replacements, and keyboard layouts.

Sample Barcode Symbols

Visual examples of various barcode symbologies for identification.

Programming Chart Reference

Reference for scanning programming barcodes for configuration.

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