Motorola Symbol LS4278 User Manual

Chapter 1
Symbol LS4278
Product Reference Guide

Motorola Symbol LS4278 Specifications

General

Brand	Motorola
Model	Symbol LS4278
Category	Barcode Reader
Language	English

Summary

Chapter 1. Getting Started

Unpacking the Scanner and Cradle

Instructions for unpacking the scanner and cradle and inspecting for any damage during transit.

Scanner Parts

Diagram and labels identifying the components of the scanner.

Cradle Parts

Diagram and labels identifying the components of the cradle.

Connecting the Cradle

Step-by-step guide to connect the cradle to the host computer and power supply.

Replacing the Scanner Battery

Procedure for replacing the battery in the cordless scanner, including latch and connector steps.

Charging the Scanner Battery

Instructions for charging the scanner battery for the first time and optimal temperature range.

Chapter 2. Scanning

Beeper Definitions

Explanation of different beep sequences indicating scanner status and operational feedback.

Scanning in Hand-Held Mode

Instructions on how to aim and scan bar codes using the scanner in hand-held mode.

Aiming

Guidance on acceptable and incorrect aiming techniques for single-line and multi-line scanning.

Scanning in Hands-Free Mode

Details on using the Intellistand for hands-free scanning and automatic mode switching.

Decode Zone

Diagram illustrating the scanner's decode zone, showing depth of field and width of field.

Chapter 3. Maintenance, Troubleshooting & Technical Specifications

Maintenance

Guidelines for basic scanner and cradle maintenance, focusing on cleaning and avoiding liquids.

Troubleshooting

Table of common problems, causes, and solutions for scanner operation and connectivity issues.

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications for the scanner and cradle, including physical characteristics and performance.

Chapter 4. Radio Communications

Radio Communications Parameter Defaults

Table of default settings for radio communication parameters like Bluetooth Host and Pairing Modes.

Radio Communications Host Types

Instructions on selecting host types (Cradle, SPP, HID) for scanner communication.

HID Host Parameters

Configuration of HID profile parameters, including keyboard emulation and country keyboard types.

Auto-reconnect Feature

Explanation of the scanner's automatic reconnection attempts after a wireless disconnection.

Chapter 5. User Preferences

User Preferences Parameter Defaults

Table of default settings for user preferences such as Beeper Tone, Power Mode, and Scan Pattern.

Default Parameters

Options for restoring factory defaults or setting custom default scanner parameters.

Beeper Tone

Instructions for selecting the decode beep frequency (tone) for the scanner.

Scan Data Transmission Format

Options for formatting scanned data, including prefixes, suffixes, and carriage return/enter.

Chapter 6. Keyboard Wedge Interface

Connecting a Keyboard Wedge Interface

Instructions for connecting the scanner cradle using a keyboard wedge interface with a Y-cable.

Keyboard Wedge Host Types

Selection of the keyboard wedge host type, such as IBM PC/AT or NCR 7052.

ASCII Character Set for Keyboard Wedge

Table mapping ASCII values to keystrokes for the keyboard wedge interface.

Chapter 7. RS-232 Interface

Connecting an RS-232 Interface

Instructions for connecting the scanner cradle directly to an RS-232 host interface.

RS-232 Host Parameters

Configuration of RS-232 hosts with specific terminal settings like Baud Rate and Parity.

Hardware Handshaking

Explanation and options for using hardware handshaking lines (RTS/CTS) for RS-232 communication.

Chapter 8. USB Interface

Connecting a USB Interface

Instructions for connecting the scanner cradle to a USB host or hub.

USB Host Parameters

Parameters for USB hosts, including Device Type and Country Keyboard Types.

USB Keystroke Delay

Setting the delay in milliseconds between emulated keystrokes for USB HID.

Chapter 9. IBM Interface

Connecting to an IBM 468X/469X Host

Instructions for connecting the scanner cradle to an IBM 468X/469X host computer.

IBM 468X/469X Host Parameters

Configuration of IBM 468X/469X ports and host emulation types.

Port Address

Parameter to set the IBM 468X/469X port used for RS-485 interface on the scanner.

Chapter 10. Wand Emulation Interface

Connecting Using Wand Emulation

Instructions for connecting the cradle for wand emulation communication with a host.

Wand Emulation Host Types

Selection of the wand emulation host type, such as Symbol OmniLink Interface Controller.

Leading Margin (Quiet Zone)

Setting the leading margin duration for wand emulation to accommodate older decoders.

Chapter 11. Scanner Emulation Interface

Connecting Using Scanner Emulation

Instructions for connecting the cradle for scanner emulation communication with a host.

Scanner Emulation Host

Bar code to enable the scanner emulation host interface on the scanner.

Parameter Pass-Through

Enabling customers to control system behavior by scanning parameters for the attached decoder.

Chapter 12. 123Scan

Communication with 123Scan

Instructions for communicating with the 123Scan utility using an RS-232 cable connection.

123Scan Parameter

Bar code to enable the 123Scan interface on the scanner for configuration and programming.

Chapter 13. Symbologies

Symbology Parameter Defaults

Table listing default settings for various symbologies like UPC/EAN, Code 128, and Code 39.

Enable/Disable UPC-A/UPC-E

Bar codes to enable or disable UPC-A and UPC-E symbologies for scanning.

Code 39

Options for enabling/disabling Code 39, Trioptic Code 39, and converting to Code 32.

GS1 DataBar

Bar codes to enable or disable GS1 DataBar variants like DataBar-14 and DataBar Expanded.

Chapter 14. Advanced Data Formatting

Rules: Criteria Linked to Actions

Explanation of how ADF rules customize data based on specific criteria and actions.

Using ADF Bar Codes

Instructions on how to program ADF rules by scanning a related series of bar codes.

ADF Bar Code Menu Example

An example demonstrating how to enter and use ADF rules for scan data formatting.

Criteria

Options for defining criteria for ADF rules, including code types and code lengths.

Code Types

Selection of code types to be affected by ADF rules, scanned in succession.

Appendix A. Standard Default Parameters

Radio Communications

Table of default parameters for radio communication settings like Bluetooth Host and Pairing Modes.

User Preferences

Table of default parameters for user preferences such as Beeper Tone and Power Mode.

Keyboard Wedge Host Parameters

Table of default parameters for keyboard wedge host settings like Keystroke Delay and Caps Lock.

RS-232 Host Parameters

Table of default parameters for RS-232 host settings like Baud Rate and Parity.

Appendix B. Programming Reference

Symbol Code Identifiers

Table listing symbol code characters and their corresponding code types.

AIM Code Identifiers

Explanation of AIM Code Identifiers, including flag, code, and modifier characters.

Appendix C. Sample Bar Codes

Code 39

Sample bar code representation of Code 39 symbology.

UPC/EAN

Sample bar codes for UPC/EAN symbologies, including UPC-A and EAN-13.

Code 128

Sample bar code representation of Code 128 symbology.

GS1 DataBar

Sample bar codes for GS1 DataBar variants, including GS1 DataBar Expanded and Limited.

Appendix D. Numeric Bar Codes

Numeric Bar Codes

Bar codes representing numeric values 0-9 for parameter configuration.

Appendix E. Alphanumeric Bar Codes

Alphanumeric Keyboard

Bar codes representing alphanumeric keyboard characters for ADF rule creation.

Appendix F. ASCII Character Sets

Symbol Code Characters

Table mapping code characters to code types for Symbol symbologies.

AIM Code Characters

Table defining AIM code characters and their corresponding code types.

Modifier Characters

Table listing modifier characters and their options for various symbologies.