Page 2 - USA Corporate Headquarters; ASIA; Copyright
ii Locations: USA Corporate Headquarters Europe Metrologic Instruments, Inc. Metrologic Instruments GmbH 90 Coles Road Dornierstrasse 2 Blackwood, NJ 08012 82178 Puchheim b. Customer Service: 1-800-ID-METRO Munich, Germany Tel: 609-228-8100 Tel: 49-89-89018-0 Fax: 609-228-6673 Fax: 49-89-89019-200 i...
Page 3 - Table of Contents
iii Table of Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Scanner and Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Quick Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
Page 4 - Design Specifications
iv Appendix A Design Specifications 27, 28 Appendix B Default Settings 29-32 Appendix C Pin Assignments 33-35 Appendix D Warranty and Disclaimer 36, 37 Appendix E Notices 38, 39 Index 40, 41
Page 5 - Introduction; SCANNER
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...
Page 6 - Scanner and Accessories; The
2 Scanner and Accessories The following is a list of the parts included in the MS7100 kit. ! MS7100 Hand-Held Laser Scanner - Refer to page 26 for available communication protocols ! Power Transformer AC in 120V, 220V- 240V Continental European or 220V- 240V UK. DC in regulates 5.2V@650mA (MLPN45593...
Page 7 - Quick Start; ) The scanner is shipped from the factory programmed with
3 Quick Start 1.) Plug in the scanner. When the MS7100 is ready to scan, the red LED will turn on, then the green LED will flash and the scanner will beep once. (the green LED will remain on for the duration of the beep). 2.) The scanner is shipped from the factory programmed with default settings. ...
Page 8 - Operational Test; Connect the other end of the PowerLink cable (the 9-pin D-type
4 Operational Test Metrologic recommends using the external power supply provided with thescanner when operating the MS7100. 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...
Page 9 - Scanner Installation: Powered by External Power Supply; Turn off the host system.
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...
Page 10 - Scanner Installation: Powered by Host Device
6 Scanner Installation: Powered by Host Device The MS7100 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 33 forpin assignments. 1. Turn o...
Page 11 - Manufacturer’s Recommendation:
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 MS7100 Keyboard Wedge scanner i...
Page 12 - Scanner Parts
8 Green and Red LEDs: When the red LED is on, this indicates that the laser is on. When the green LED flashes on,the scanner has read a bar code successfully. When the greenlight turns off, communication to the host is complete. TheLEDs are also used as diagnostic indicators and modeindicators. Refe...
Page 13 - Audible Indicators; One Beep; first; Razzberry Tone; Three Beeps
9 Audible Indicators When the MS7100 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...
Page 14 - Failure Modes; This indicates the scanner has experienced a laser
10 Failure Modes Flashing Red 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 the...
Page 15 - Visual Indicators
11 Visual Indicators There are a red LED and a green LED on the head of the Orbit MS7100.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...
Page 16 - Labels
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...
Page 17 - Close Depth of Field
13 Depth of Field Specifications (based on 100% UPC bar codes) Optimal Depth of Field (default) Close Depth of Field
Page 19 - Depth of Field by Minimum Bar Code Element Width
15 Depth of Field by Minimum Bar Code Element Width Optimal Depth of Field (default)
Page 21 - Normal Depth of Field
Page 22 - Far Depth of Field
Page 23 - Maintenance; Spray glass cleaner onto lint free, non-abrasive cleaning cloth.
19 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.
Page 24 - Troubleshooting Guide; MS7100 Series Troubleshooting Guide; SYMPTOMS
20 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 36. All Interfaces MS7100 Series Troubleshooting Guide SYMPTOMS POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) SOLUTION No LEDs, beep N...
Page 25 - SOLUTION; SOLUTION; SOLUTION
21 SYMPTOM The unit powers up properly, lasers come on, but the unit does not scan and does notbeep when a bar code is presented POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) SOLUTION Beeper disabled. No tone selected Enable beeper. Select tone Scanning a particular symbology that is UPC/EAN, Code 39, interleaved 2 of 5, not e...
Page 29 - RS-232 Demonstration Program
25 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...
Page 30 - Applications and Protocols; Scanner
26 Applications and Protocols The model number on each scanner includes the scanner number andcommunications protocol. Scanner Version Identifier Communication Protocol(s) 7100 41 RS-232/Light Pen ready (KBW) 7100 47 Keyboard Wedge ready (KBW) 7100 67 RS-232 ready (OCIA) 7100 9 OCIA ready (OCIA) 710...
Page 31 - Appendix A; fields of 4 parallel lines (omnidirectional); Mechanical
27 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:...
Page 32 - Electrical; FCC Class A, CISPR Class A; Environmental; Operating Temperature:
28 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 (32 E F to 104 E F) Stor...
Page 33 - Appendix B; Default Settings
29 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...
Page 37 - Appendix C; Pin Assignments; PIN FUNCTION
33 Appendix C Pin Assignments Pin Assignments for the PowerLink Cable The MS7100 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...
Page 40 - Appendix D; Warranty and Disclaimer; Customer Service Department
36 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...
Page 42 - Appendix E; Notices
38 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...
Page 44 - Index
40 Index A Accessories 2 AC input/outlet 2, 4, 5, 7 Adapter cable 2, 7, 35 Approvals 12 Assignments pin 33-35 Audible indicators 9 Authorized service center 36Autodiscriminates 27 B Bar code 3, 8, 9, 11, 13, 15, 19, 21-23, 25, 27Bar width 27 Beep(s) 3-6, 9-11, 20-22, 27Beeper operation 27Built-in PC...
