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Honeywell HH490 User Manual

Honeywell HH490
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HH490
Area-Imaging Scanner
User Guide

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Honeywell HH490 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Duplex scanningNo
Maximum scan size- mm
Optical scanning resolution1280 x 800 DPI
Scanner typeHandheld scanner
Product colorWhite
Quantity per pack1 pc(s)
Sensor type-
Barcode readerYes
Daily duty cycle (max)- pages
Storage temperature (T-T)-40 - 60 °C
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 50 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)0 - 95 %
Power supply typeDC
Optional connectivitySerial (RS-232)
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth72.5 mm
Width125 mm
Height154 mm
Weight130 g

Summary

CHAPTER 1 - GET STARTED

About This Manual

Provides installation and programming instructions for the HH490 scanner.

Unpack Your Device

Steps for safely opening and checking the scanner packaging.

Connect the Device

Guides for connecting the scanner to a host system.

Connect with USB

Instructions for establishing a USB connection for the scanner.

Connect with RS232 Serial Port

Instructions for establishing an RS232 serial port connection for the scanner.

Reading Techniques

Explains how to use the scanner's viewfinder and aiming beam for accurate reads.

Menu Barcode Security Settings

Configures scanner programming via barcodes, including security options.

Set Custom Defaults

Allows users to create and save custom scanner configurations.

Reset the Custom Defaults

Restores scanner settings to custom or factory default configurations.

CHAPTER 2 - PROGRAM THE INTERFACE

Introduction

Overview of programming the scanner for various interfaces.

Program the Interface - Plug and Play

Uses Plug and Play barcodes for quick setup of common interfaces.

RS232 Serial Port

Configures the scanner for RS232 serial communication.

USB IBM SurePos

Configures scanner for IBM SurePos USB interfaces.

USB PC or Macintosh Keyboard

Sets up scanner for USB PC or Macintosh keyboard emulation.

USB HID

Configures the scanner for USB HID barcode scanner interface.

USB Serial

Sets up the scanner to emulate an RS232 COM Port via USB.

Keyboard Country Layout

Selects the keyboard layout for USB Keyboard or Keyboard Wedge interfaces.

Keyboard Style

Programs keyboard styles like Caps Lock and Shift Lock.

Keyboard Conversion

Forces alphabetic characters to all upper or lower case.

Keyboard Modifiers

Modifies special keyboard features like CTRL+ ASCII codes.

RS232 Modifiers

Adjusts RS232 communication parameters.

RS232 Baud Rate

Sets the data transmission rate for RS232 communication.

CHAPTER 3 - INPUT/OUTPUT SETTINGS

Power Up Beeper

Configures the scanner to beep upon power up.

Beep on BEL Character

Forces the scanner to beep upon receiving a BEL character from the host.

Trigger Click

Enables or disables an audible click when the scanner trigger is pressed.

Good Read and Error Indicators

Controls audible and visual indicators for good reads and errors.

Beeper – Good Read

Turns the beeper On or Off for good read indications.

Beeper Volume – Good Read

Modifies the volume of the beep emitted on a good read.

Trigger Modes

Sets the scanner's trigger operation modes.

Manual Trigger

Configures the manual trigger mode for scanning.

Presentation Mode

Enables ambient light scanning mode.

Poor Quality Codes

Improves scanner's ability to read damaged or badly printed barcodes.

Poor Quality 1D Codes

Enhances reading of damaged or poorly printed linear barcodes.

CodeGate™

Controls data transmission until the trigger is pressed.

Reread Delay

Sets time period before reading the same barcode again.

Character Activation

Allows a character sent from host to trigger scanner to begin scanning.

CHAPTER 4 - DATA EDIT

Prefix/Suffix Overview

Defines prefix and suffix characters sent before/after scanned data.

Add a Prefix or Suffix

Guides on adding prefix or suffix characters to scanned data.

Suffix Selections

Options for adding or clearing suffix characters.

Intercharacter, Interfunction, and Intermessage Delays

Settings to slow data transmission for improved integrity.

Intercharacter Delay

Sets delay between transmission of each character.

CHAPTER 5 - DATA FORMAT

Data Format Editor Introduction

Introduction to changing scanner output format.

Add a Data Format

Procedure for creating and saving custom data formats.

Output Sequence Editor Commands

Commands for programming scanner output sequences.

Send Commands

Commands for controlling data output based on input.

Send all characters

Includes all input characters followed by an insert character.

Send a number of characters

Includes a specified number of input characters.

CHAPTER 6 - SYMBOLOGIES

All Symbologies

Enables or disables all barcode symbologies for scanner performance.

Codabar

Settings and configurations for Codabar barcode symbology.

Codabar Check Character

Configures Codabar check character validation and transmission.

Code 39

Settings and configurations for Code 39 barcode symbology.

Code 39 On/Off

Enables or disables Code 39 barcode scanning.

Code 39 Check Character

Configures Code 39 check character validation.

Interleaved 2 of 5

Settings for Interleaved 2 of 5 barcode symbology.

Interleaved 2 of 5 Check Digit

Configures check digit validation for Interleaved 2 of 5.

NEC 2 of 5

Settings for NEC 2 of 5 barcode symbology.

Matrix 2 of 5

Settings for Matrix 2 of 5 barcode symbology.

Code 128

Settings for Code 128 barcode symbology.

ISBT 128 Concatenation

Enables or disables concatenation for ISBT 128 barcodes.

UPC-A

Settings for UPC-A barcode symbology.

UPC-A Addenda

Adds 2 or 5 digits to the end of scanned UPC-A data.

EAN/JAN-13

Settings for EAN/JAN-13 barcode symbology.

Convert UPC-A to EAN-13

Converts UPC-A barcodes to EAN-13 format.

EAN-13 Beginning with 290 Addenda Required

Requires 5-digit addenda for EAN-13 barcodes starting with 290.

CHAPTER 7 - IMAGING COMMANDS

Single-Use Basis

Imaging commands take effect for a single capture and revert to defaults.

Command Syntax

Explains how to issue multiple modifiers and commands in sequence.

Step 1 - Take a Picture Using IMGSNP

Guides on capturing an image using the IMGSNP command.

Image Snap - IMGSNP

Process for taking an image using the hardware trigger or command.

IMGSNP Modifiers

Options to change the look of the image in memory.

Step 2 - Ship a Picture Using IMGSHP

Guides on sending a captured image to the host system.

Image Ship - IMGSHP

Process for transmitting the stored image using the IMGSHP command.

IMGSHP Modifiers

Options to change the look of the image output.

CHAPTER 8 - UTILITIES

Add a Test Code I.D. Prefix to All Symbologies

Temporarily adds Code I.D. prefix to decoded symbologies.

EZConfig for Scanning Introduction

Introduction to PC-based scanner configuration software.

Reset the Factory Defaults

Restores all scanner settings to original factory defaults.

CHAPTER 9 - SERIAL PROGRAMMING COMMANDS

Menu Command Syntax

Explains the syntax for serial menu and query commands.

Query Commands

Special characters used to query the device's settings.

Trigger Commands

Activate and deactivate the scanner using serial trigger commands.

Reset the Custom Defaults

Restores scanner settings to custom or factory defaults.

CHAPTER 10 - SECURITY

System Architecture

Defines how the scanner connects to a computer system.

Connect with USB

Details the scanner's USB connection to a computer.

Connect with RS232 Serial Port

Details the scanner's RS232 serial connection to a computer.

Security Checklist

Covers main threats and mitigation steps for barcode scanners.

Infection by Malicious Software Agents

Threats from viruses, spyware, and worms affecting scanner performance.

Unauthorized Internal Access

Unauthorized access to system components by internal users or systems.

Security Updates and Service Packs

Importance of keeping software up-to-date for security and features.

CHAPTER 11 - PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

HH490 Scanner Product Specifications

Detailed specifications for the HH490 scanner.

Depth of Field Charts

Provides typical performance data for barcode reading distances.

Typical Performance

Typical scanning performance metrics for various symbologies.

Guaranteed Performance

Guaranteed scanning performance metrics for various symbologies.

Standard Connector Pinouts

Details the pin assignments for standard scanner connectors.

Serial Output

Pinout details for the 10-pin RJ45 modular plug serial output.

USB

Pinout details for the 10-pin modular plug USB connection.

CHAPTER 12 - MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING

Clean the Scanner

Instructions for cleaning the scanner's housing and window.

Inspect Cords and Connectors

Checks for wear or damage on scanner interface cables and connectors.

Replace an Interface Cable

Step-by-step guide for replacing the scanner's interface cable.

Troubleshoot a Corded Scanner

Guide to identify and resolve common corded scanner issues.

APPENDIX A - REFERENCE CHARTS

Symbology Charts

Reference for barcode symbology identifiers and modifiers.

Linear Symbologies

Table listing linear barcode symbologies, AIM IDs, and Honeywell Hex values.

2D Symbologies

Table listing 2D barcode symbologies, AIM IDs, and Honeywell Hex values.

Postal Symbologies

Table listing postal barcode symbologies, AIM IDs, and Honeywell Hex values.

ASCII Conversion Chart (Code Page 1252)

Map of ASCII control characters to keyboard and Windows representations.

Lower ASCII Reference Table

Reference table for printable and extended ASCII characters.

ISO 2022/ISO 646 Character Replacements

Table for character replacements based on code page and country.

Keyboard Key References

Reference mapping for keyboard keys and their PS2 scan codes.

SAMPLE SYMBOLS

PROGRAMMING CHART

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