Unitech MS840 User Manual

MS840
Quick Start Guide
Connecting and disconnecting the interface cable
An audible “click” sound indicates the interface cable has been plugged in correctly and the connector lock is engaged. To unplug the interface cable,
release the connector lock by inserting one end of a paperclip into the handle.
SETUP AND INSTALLATION
Plug the interface cable into a free USB port of a host computer. The
MS840 is now ready to use.
Connecting USB cable to a host
The Unitech MS840 Laser Scanner
Installation Instructions & Popular Conguration Settings
The following steps will walk you through the installation process.
Flash Mode
Scan here to switch to Flash Mode from the default Trigger Mode. In
Flash mode, the MS840 will function automatically. It will scan at a set
interval.
Flash Mode
If you wish to switch from the default Enter Mode to Tab Mode, scan
the top barcode then the bottom barcode. In this mode, data will tab
over to the next column as you scan instead of jumping to the next line.
Scan here to switch back to Trigger Mode. In Trigger Mode, the MS840
will scan only when the scanner button is pressed.
Trigger Mode
Trigger Mode
Tab Mode
Tab Mode
SETTINGS AND CONFIGURATION
The following section covers the most common conguration
settings for your MS840 scanner.
For additional conguration options please visit
unitechscanners.com/MS840 and select the “Download” tab.
You will nd the User’s Manual and a variety of other resources.
Open a word processing program such as Microsoft Word or Notepad
on your host. Now scan the following barcode:
Test & Finish
If the word “Unitech” appears on the screen you have succesfully
installed your scanner. Congratulations!

Unitech MS840 Specifications

General

Scan speed	100 sec/page
Wavelength	650 nm
Decoding standards	Code 39, Full ASCII Code39, Interleave 2 of 5, Standard 2 of 5, UPC A/E, Delta Code, Label Code, MSI/ Plessy, Codabar, Code 11, EAN8/13, Code 93, Code 128, EAN128, Code, 32, Toshiba Code, GS1
Pitch reading angle	35 - 35 °
Dimensions (WxDxH)	176 x 74 x 89 mm
Input voltage	5 V
Power consumption	91 mA
Certification	CE, BSMI, VCCI, C-Tick
Product color	Blue
Storage temperature (T-T)	-30 - 70 °C
Operating temperature (T-T)	0 - 50 °C
Cables included	USB

Weight and Dimensions

Weight	157 g

Summary

Setup and Installation

Connecting and Disconnecting the Interface Cable

Instructions for connecting and disconnecting the scanner's interface cable for proper installation.

Connecting USB Cable to a Host

Guide on plugging the interface cable into a USB port to connect the MS840 scanner to a host computer.

Test and Finish

Procedure to verify scanner installation by scanning a barcode and checking for expected output.

Settings and Configuration

Flash Mode

Enables automatic scanning at a set interval without pressing the trigger.

Trigger Mode

Scanner operates only when the trigger button is pressed.

Tab Mode

Configures data to tab to the next column instead of advancing to the next line after scanning.

Enter Mode / Default Settings

Factory Default

Scan barcode to return scanner to original factory settings, useful for troubleshooting.

Good Read / Bad Read Indicators

Support Information