Opticon L-46X User Manual

L-46X
2D Handy Scanner
User's Manual

Opticon L-46X Specifications

General

Light Source	LED
Scanning Speed	100 scans per second
Connectivity	Wired
Scan Rate	100 scans per second
Image Sensor	CMOS
Type	Handheld Scanner
Resolution	0.127 mm / 5 mil
Interface	USB, RS-232
Power Supply	5V DC
Operating Temperature	0°C to 50°C
Storage Temperature	-20 to 60 °C
Minimum Resolution at PCS 90%	0.127 mm / 5 mil
Barcode Types	1D and 2D barcodes

Summary

Document History and Warranty Information

Document History Details

Details on model number, edition, date, and specification numbers.

Limited Warranty and Disclaimers

Product warranty terms, conditions, and disclaimers for materials and workmanship.

Packaging Recommendations

Advice on saving and using packing materials for safe transport.

Trademarks and Support Information

Lists trademarks and provides contact details for USA and European support.

Safety Precautions and Warnings

General Safety and Handling Guidelines

Crucial safety warnings covering electrical handling, shock, cable care, and operating environment.

Regulatory Compliance Information

LED Safety and EMC Compliance

Compliance with LED safety (IEC 62471) and EMC standards (EN 55024, EN 55032).

FCC and VCCI Compliance Statements

Statements regarding FCC Part 15 and VCCI Class B compliance for the device.

Revision History

Chapter 1: Abstract and Integration

Scanner Features Overview

Highlights key features of the L-46X 2D scanner.

Scanner Integration Flow

Outlines the steps required to integrate the scanner into a system.

Chapter 2: Before Using the Scanner

Model Details and Configurations

Details L-46X model construction, focus, housing, interface, and cable length options.

Package Contents

Lists all items included in the scanner package for different interface models.

Detailed Scanner View and Functions

Explains the parts and functions of the scanner, including keys and indicators.

Connecting the Scanner to a Host

Instructions for connecting the scanner via USB and RS-232C interfaces.

How to Read Barcodes

Describes handheld and hands-free scanning methods.

Reading Range and Aiming

Information on LED illumination, aiming, and imaging range for optimal reading.

Scanner Operation Transitions

Diagram and description of scanner state transitions and power consumption.

Buzzer and Status LED Indicators

Explanation of scanner status indicated by buzzer sounds and LED colors.

Cable Attachment and Detachment

Step-by-step instructions for removing and attaching scanner cables.

Optional Accessories for the Scanner

Details on optional accessories like the STD-46 stand and STD-4101 holder.

Chapter 3: Scanner Configurations

Configuring Scanner Settings via Commands

Describes serial commands for configuring the scanner, including packet structure.

Configuring with 2D and 1D Menu Codes

Methods for configuring the scanner using 2D and 1D menu codes.

Forced Initialization for Recovery

Procedure for forced initialization to recover unresponsive scanner.

Command Packet Sending Precautions

Precautions and diagrams for sending scanner configuration commands.

Interface Default Settings and Switching

Restoring factory defaults and switching between USB-HID, USB-COM, RS-232C.

Saving and Customizing Scanner Settings

Instructions for saving settings and managing custom configurations.

Basic Scanner Commands

Lists essential commands for diagnostics, buzzer, LED, and trigger operations.

Chapter 4: Indicator Options

Buzzer Configuration Settings

Detailed settings for buzzer loudness, good read, startup, timeout, and intermediate buzzers.

Status LED Configuration

Settings for Status LED lighting color and duration based on scanner status.

Good Read Aiming Indicator

Configuration of aiming indicator frequency and durations for good reads.

General Indicator Timing Settings

Settings that control when indicators are activated relative to data transmission.

Chapter 5: Scanner Interfaces

USB-HID Interface Details

Basic information, connection confirmation, and troubleshooting for USB-HID.

USB-COM Interface Details

Basic information, driver installation, connection, and troubleshooting for USB-COM.

RS-232C Interface Details

Basic information, baud rate, character format, handshaking, and troubleshooting for RS-232C.

Common Settings for All Interfaces

Settings applicable to all scanner interfaces, such as data buffer mode.

Chapter 6: Barcode Code Options

Setting Readable Barcode Symbologies

Enabling/disabling support for various 1D, Postal, GS1, GS1 Composite, 2D, and OCR codes.

Common Options for Barcode Symbologies

Common settings like GS1 conversion, positive/negative image, and quiet zone for barcodes.

Specific Code Symbology Options

Detailed configuration options for UPC, EAN/JAN, Code 39, Codabar, Interleaved 2 of 5, Code128, etc.

Setting Barcode Character Length

Configuring fixed length, minimum, and maximum length for selected barcode types.

Chapter 7: String Options for Data

Case Conversion for Transmitted Data

Options to convert decoded data to upper, lower, or exchanged case.

Prefix and Suffix Configuration

Adding informational characters before (prefix) or after (suffix) decoded data.

Setting ASCII Values for Prefix/Suffix

Table of ASCII commands used for setting prefix and suffix values.

Code ID, Length, and Scan Time Settings

Adding Code ID, code length, and scan time information to prefix/suffix.

Chapter 8: Scanner Read Options

Barcode Read Modes

Explanation of single read and multiple read modes (1 and 2).

Read Time Settings

Configures the duration for a single scan operation, including auto trigger timing.

Central Reading Functionality

Enables reading specific target codes when multiple codes are closely positioned.

Manual Trigger Operation

Details on trigger repeat functionality for aiming before scanning.

Auto Trigger Modes and Sensitivity

Explains presentation and handheld auto trigger modes and sensitivity adjustments.

Auto Trigger Sleep and Detection Modes

Settings for sleep mode, and detection methods (warm white, green aiming, no illumination).

Illumination and Aiming Settings

Configuration of LED illumination and green LED aiming for reading and aiming.

Batch Reading and Data Edit Functions

Settings for batch reading and data edit script programming for output formatting.

Chapter 9: Appendix and Specifications

Code ID Tables for Prefix/Suffix

Tables mapping symbologies to Opticon and AIM/ISO15424 Code IDs for prefix/suffix settings.

L-46X Specification Overview

Comprehensive details on CPU, interfaces, scanning, symbologies, and environmental specs.

Technical Specifications and Reading Depth

Details standard and high-resolution model reading characteristics and depth of field.

Detailed Scanner View and Product Label

Mechanical drawings, dimensions, weight, and example of the product label.

Scanner Accessories and Sample Codes

Information on accessories and sample images of various barcode symbologies.