First-time Operation Supplementary Instructions for 2D Barcode Reader Personal Computer Model No. CF-U1 Series This Supplementary Instructions explains how to get started with a barcode reader and point out cases where the operation of the computer will differ from that in the Operating Instructions. Contents Precautions... 2 Names and Functions of Parts... 2 Setting for Barcode Reader... 3 Reading Barcodes... 4 Troubleshooting... 5 Cleaning the Reading Window... 5 Symbols... 6 Various Barcode Settings... 6 Specifications... Back cover
Precautions Do not look directly into the reading window. DO NOT LOOK DIRECTLY AT THE LED LIGHT. Be sure to read Precautions in the Personal Computer Operating Instructions. Names and Functions of Parts Reading Window Trigger Buttons NOTE When the computer is moved from hot and humid environment to low temperature environment, dew condensation may mist up inside the lens. This is not a malfunction. Dry the lens before use. 2
Setting for Barcode Reader The following menu opens by clicking icon on the notification area. Connection to Barcode (Power Saving Mode) Connection to Barcode (Always-On) Disconnect Barcode Module Confirmation Message On Allow Code 39 Packet Mode Exit 2D Barcode Key Emulator *1 The confirm message is closed in the following cases. When five seconds pass from the display message. When the [Close] in the message window is clicked. When the trigger button is pushed again. To reduce the power consumption, stop barcode reader connection within 1 minute after reading a barcode. Keep barcode reader active even after reading a barcode. Stop barcode reader connection in Always-On mode or Power Saving Mode. If the trigger button is pressed in Power Saving Mode, Push Barcode Trigger again to enable Barcode. message is displayed to prevent operational errors. *1 Allow Code 39 type barcode. You can change the setting by scanning Enable/Disable of Code39 ( Page 7). Receive barcode decode data in packet mode. Exit barcode reader operation. ENGLISH NOTE When the computer enters Sleep (Model with Windows Vista)/Standby (Model with Windows XP) or Hibernation in Power Saving Mode or Always-On mode, the Barcode Reader is disabled. [Barcode Module was disconnected by changing the power status] message appears at the next resume timing. In Power Saving Mode, click [OK] to reconnect with the Barcode Module. In Always-On mode, click [OK] and select [Connection to Barcode (Always-On)] again from the above menu to reconnect with the Barcode Module. When the computer is shut down in Power Saving Mode or Always-On mode, the Barcode Reader is disabled. In Power Saving Mode, just turn on the computer to reconnect with the Barcode Module. In Always-On mode, the Barcode Module is not reconnected only by turning on the computer. Select [Connection to Barcode (Always-On)] again from the above menu. The icon may not appear when you start up the computer for the first time. In this case, restart the computer. 3
Reading Barcodes 1 Aim the reader at the barcode. 2 Press one of the trigger buttons on the rear side of the computer. The LED lights red to indicate the reading position. Press trigger button. ( Page 2) To Correctly Read a Barcode with This Computer, Observe the Following. The reading angle is important factor. Perform reading at the angle indicated in the figure. We recommend you to set at approximately 2 to 3 angle from the perpendicular position. 2 to 3 Recommend Hold the reader farther away when reading a larger barcode, and closer in when reading a smaller barcode or a thinner barcode. Perform reading so that the entire symbol falls within the center of the red LED light. Right Right LED light 4
The reader can still read a barcode even if the barcode is not in the center of the red LED light. However, if a part of the barcode lies slightly outside the LED light, the barcode cannot be read. Make sure the entire barcode is inside the LED light. Right Wrong LED light Troubleshooting Reading is not possible. Confirm that the barcode is readable (without damage, etc.). Confirm the range for reading. Be sure the reader is programmed to read the type of barcode you are reading. The distance from the reader to the barcode is important. As a rule of thumb, a farther distance should be used for a larger symbol to allow the raster pattern to cover the symbol. In addition, a closer distance should be used for a thinner symbol. Return the Barcode reader to the default setting. ENGLISH Cleaning the Reading Window If the reading window is dirty, gently wipe the reading window with a cloth or a cotton swab moistened with water. Do not allow materials that can easily scratch the reading window to touch the window, such as sandpaper or metal object. In addition, do not directly apply a liquid such as water, detergent, or alcohol, on the surface of the window. For parts other than the reading window, please read Maintenance in the Personal Computer Operating Instructions. 5
Symbols Try reading the following barcodes to check your reader is working properly. < UPC-A > Panasonic Various Barcode Settings Scan the following barcodes to change the Barcode Reader settings. Set factory preset Code Type Enable Disable RS-232 parameters- RTS/CTS hardware protocol Australian Post Aztec 6
Code Type Enable Disable BPO Codabar Codablock- Codablock A Codablock- Codablock F ENGLISH Code 11 Code 39 Code 93/Code 93i Code 128/ EAN 128-Code 128 7
Various Barcode Settings Code Type Enable Disable Code 128/ EAN 128-EAN 128 DataMatrix Dutch Post EAN.UCC Composite- CC-A/B EAN.UCC Composite- CC-C Interleaved 2 of 5 Japan Post Matrix 2 of 5 8
Code Type Enable Disable MaxiCode MicroPDF417 MicroPDF417- Code 128 emulation MSI Code ENGLISH PDF417 Planet Plessey Code Postnet 9
Various Barcode Settings Code Type Enable Disable QR Code RSS-RSS 14 RSS-Limited RSS-Expanded Standard 2 of 5 Telepen TLC 39 UPC/EAN-UPC-A 10
Code Type Enable Disable UPC/EAN-UPC-E UPC/EAN-EAN-8 UPC/EAN-EAN-13 UPC/EAN-UPC-E1 ENGLISH 11
Specifications Read Pattern Light Source Decode Capabilities Minimum Optical Resolution Angular Orientation Tolerances: Skew Pitch Ambient Light Immunity Artificial Lighting Sunlight CMOS Reading 655 nm Visible light semiconductor LED This computer can be programmed to decode the following code types : (The readable code depends on the setting.) Australian Post, Aztec, BPO, CanadaPost, Codabar, Codablock, Code11, Code39, Code93, Code128, EAN128, DataMatrix, DutchPost, EAN.UCC.Composite, I2 of 5, JapanPost, Matrix 2 of 5, Maxicode, MSI, PDF417, MicroPDF417, Planet, Plessey, Postnet, QR Code, RSS, Standard 2 of 5, Telepen, TLC39, UPC/EAN 1D : 0.127 mm {5 mil} 2D : PDF417 0.17 mm {6.7 mil} ± 60 ( front to back ) ± 60 from plane parallel to symbol ( side-to-side ) 100,000 lx {9290 ft.candles} Panasonic Computer Solutions Company 3 Panasonic Way, Panazip 2F-5, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 Printed in Japan HS0808-0 DFQX5685ZA