Metrologic MS7120 Series - Manuals

1 Introduction Orbit™ is an aggressive, omnidirectional laser bar code scanner. Light-weightand rugged, Orbit is small in size, but BIG in performance. Designed forapplications where counter space is limited, Orbit is the ideal presentationscanner for retail, convenience, liquor and specialty stores...

2 Scanner and Accessories The following is a list of the parts included in the MS7100 kit. ! MS7120 Laser Scanner - Refer to page 28 for available communication protocols ! Power Transformer AC in 120V, 220V- 240V Continental European or 220V- 240V UK. DC in regulates 5.2V@650mA (MLPN45593/45591/455...

3 Quick Start 1.) Plug in the scanner. When the MS7120 is ready to scan, the green LED will turn on, then the red LED will flash and the scanner will beep once. (the red LED will remain on for the duration of the beep). 2.) The scanner is shipped from the factory programmed with default settings. To...

4 Operational Test Metrologic recommends using the external power supply provided with thescanner when operating the MS7120. When using power supplied by the host,the host system should supply a minimum of 250 mA of current @ 5VDC. Keyboard Wedge Scanners: 1. Connect the 10-pin modular plug of the P...

5 Scanner Installation: Powered by External Power Supply To maintain compliance with applicable standards, all circuits connected to thescanner must meet the requirements for SELV (Safety Extra Low Voltage)according to EN 60950. 1. Turn off the host system. 2. Make the necessary PowerLink cable conn...

6 Scanner Installation: Powered by Host Device The MS7120 scanner interfaces terminate to a 10-pin modular jack. Connectthe 10-pin modular plug of the PowerLink cable into the jack then connect theother end of the PowerLink cable to the host. Refer to Appendix C page 36 forpin assignments. 1. Turn o...

7 Scanner Installation to the PC for the Scanner with Built-inPC Keyboard Wedge Interface To maintain compliance with applicable standards, all circuits connected to thescanner must meet the requirements for SELV (Safety Extra Low Voltage)according to EN 60950. 1. The MS7120 Keyboard Wedge scanner i...

8 Green and Red LEDs: During normal operation, the green LED is on. This indicates that the laser is on and the unit isready to scan. On a successful read of a bar code, the red LEDwill turn on. After communication to the host is complete, thered LED will turn off. The LEDs are also used as diagnost...

9 Audible Indicators When the MS7120 scanner is in operation, it provides audible feedback.These sounds indicate the status of the scanner. Eight settings are available forthe tone of the beep (normal, 6 alternate tones and no tone). To change thetone, refer to the MetroSelect Programming Guide MLPN...

10 Failure Modes Flashing Green and One Razzberry Tone This indicates the scanner has experienced a laser subsystem failure. Return the unit for repair at an authorized service center. Flashing Red and Green and Two Razzberry Tones This indicates the scanner has experienced a motor failure. Return t...

11 Visual Indicators There are a red LED and a green LED on the head of the Orbit MS7120.When the scanner is on, the flashing or stationary activity of the LEDsindicates the status of the current scan and the scanner. No Red or Green LED The LEDs will not be illuminated if the scanner is not receivi...

12 Labels Each scanner has labels on the bottom of the unit. One label containsinformation such as the model number, date of manufacture, serial number andnotes that the device is a Class IIa laser product. The other label states thedevice is an LASERKLASSE 1 product. The following are examples of t...

15 Depth of Field Specifications (continued)(based on 100% UPC bar codes) Far Depth of Field

16 Depth of Field by Minimum Bar Code Element Width Optimal Low Density Depth of Field (default)

17 Depth of Field by Minimum Bar Code Element Width(continued) Optimal High Density Depth of Field (default)

18 Depth of Field by Minimum Bar Code Element Width(continued) Close Depth of Field

19 Depth of Field by Minimum Bar Code Element Width(continued) Normal Depth of Field

21 Maintenance Smudges and dirt can interfere with the proper scanning of a bar code.Therefore, the output window will need occasional cleaning. 1. Spray glass cleaner onto lint free, non-abrasive cleaning cloth. 2. Gently wipe the scanner window.

22 Troubleshooting Guide The following guide is for reference purposes only. Contact a Metrologicrepresentative at 1-800-ID-METRO or 1-800-436-3876 to preserve thelimited warranty terms on page 39. All Interfaces MS7120 Series Troubleshooting Guide SYMPTOMS POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) SOLUTION No LEDs, beep N...

27 RS-232 Demonstration Program If an RS-232 scanner is not communicating with your IBM compatible PC, key in thefollowing BASIC program to test that the communication port and scanner are working.This program is for demonstration purposes only. It is only intended to prove that cablingis correct, t...

28 Applications and Protocols The model number on each scanner includes the scanner number andcommunications protocol. Scanner Version Identifier Communication Protocol(s) 7120 41 Full RS-232C and Light Pen Emulation 7120 47 Keyboard Wedge, Stand-Alone Keyboardand RS-232 Transmit/Receive 7120 9 OCIA...

29 Appendix A Design Specifications Operational Light Source: VLD 675 ± 5nm, 0.681 milliwatts ( PEAK ) Depth of Field: 0 mm to 215 mm (0" to 8.5") at default (programmable)Scan Speed: 1200 scans/second Scan Pattern: 5 fields of 4 parallel lines (omnidirectional) Scan Lines: 20 Min Bar Width:...

30 Appendix A (continued) Electrical Input Voltage: 5.2VDC ± 0.25V Power : 1.1 W Operating Current : 225 mA DC Transformers: Class II; 5.2 V @650 mA Laser Class: CDRH: Class IIa; EN 60 825-1: 1994/A11:1996 Class 1 EMC: FCC Class A, CISPR Class A Environmental Operating Temperature: 0 E C to 40 E C (...

31 Appendix B Default Settings Many functions of the scanner can be "programmed" - that is, enabled ordisabled. The scanner is shipped from the factory programmed to a set ofdefault conditions. The default parameter of the scanner has an asterisk ( * ) inthe charts on the following pages. If...

36 Appendix C Pin Assignments Pin Assignments for the PowerLink Cable The MS7120 scanner interfaces terminate to a 10-pin modular jack. Connect the 10-pin modular plug of the PowerLink cable into the jack then connect the other end of the PowerLink cable to the host. (Refer to page 6 for details). D...

37 Appendix C (continued) Pin Assignments for the PowerLink Cable Keyboard Wedge Interface The MS7120 Keyboard Wedge scanner interface terminates to a 10-pinmodular jack. Connect the 10-pin modular plug of the PowerLink cable into the jack then connect the other end of the PowerLink Y-type cable to ...

39 Appendix D Warranty and Disclaimer Limited Warranty Products manufactured by Metrologic have a 2-year limited warranty fromdate of manufacture. This warranty is limited to repair, replacement or refund at Metrologic’sdiscretion. Faulty equipment must be returned to the Metrologic facility inBlack...

41 Appendix E Notices Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with limits for a Class A digital device,pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protectionagainst harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environ...

43 Index A Accessories 2 AC input/outlet 2, 4, 5, 7 Adapter cable 2, 7, 38 Approvals 12 Assignments pin 36-38 Audible indicators 9 Authorized service center 39Autodiscriminates 29 B Bar code 3, 8, 9, 11, 13, 16, 21, 23-25, 27, 29Bar width 29 Beep(s) 3-6, 9-11, 22-24, 29Beeper operation 29Built-in PC...