Introduction and Identification When using the MH941 scanner with a decoder not manufactured by Metrologic, scanner operation is dependent upon your decoder. Since there are many decoders available, refer to your decoder’s documentation concerning scanner requirements and operation. When using a Metrologic hand-held scanner with one of Metrologic’s fixed...
Unpacking List The following will be found in the shipping carton: Installation and User’s Guide MH941 Hand-Held Laser Scanner If anything is missing or to order additional items, contact your dealer, distributor or call Metrologic’s Customer Service Department.
EN60950. 1. Make sure the host system is turned off. 2. Connect the head cable of the MH941 hand-held scanner to the cable terminated with a 9-pin connector attached to the fixed scanner. 3. There are two ways to connect the fixed scanner to the host device...
Since there are many different types of decoders, refer to your decoder’s documentation to connect the decoder to your host system. For a listing of the cable pin assignments for the MH941 scanner, refer to the section MH941 Scan Head Pin Assignments pages 22 and 23.
Parts of the MH941 Scanner Becoming familiar with the features of the MH941 scanner will help when operating the scanner. The following illustration and list explain the pertinent parts. Figure 2 Laser Output Window The laser beam emits from this aperture.
Audible Indicators There are audible indications that signal the status of your scanner. These indications are dependent upon the decoder being used. The function of these indications may not work as described below if using a decoder not manufactured by Metrologic. When the scanner is in operation, it will provide warnings with audible indications.
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Signaux acoustiques Il existe des signaux acoustiques qui vous informent sur l'état du scanner. Ces signaux dépendent du décodeur que vous utilisez. Il peut arriver que les fonctions de ces signaux ne correspondent pas à celles qui suivent si vous utilisez un décodeur qui n'a pas été...
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Akustische Anzeigen Es sind akustische Anzeigen vorhanden, die Ihnen Aufschluß über den Scannerstatus geben. Diese Anzeigen sind abhängig von dem von Ihnen verwendeten Dekodierer. Es kann sein, daß die Funktionen dieser Anzeigen nicht den nachfolgend angegebenen entsprechen, falls Sie einen Dekodierer verwenden, der nicht von Metrologic hergestellt wurde.
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Segnali acustici Sono previsti dei segnali acustici che Vi informano sullo stato dello scanner. Questi segnali dipendono dal decodificatore da Voi utilizzato. Se utilizzate un decodificatore che non è stato fabbricato dalla Metrologic è possibile che le funzioni di questi segnali non corrispondano a quelle qui di seguito indicate. Se lo scanner è...
Visual Indicators There are visual indications that signal the status of your scanner. These indications are dependent upon the decoder being used. The function of these indications may not work as described below if a decoder not manufactured by Metrologic is being used. Located at the top of the scanner are two LEDs: red and green.
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Signaux optiques Il existe des signaux optiques qui vous informent sur l'état du scanner. Ces signaux dépendent du décodeur que vous utilisez. Il peut arriver que les fonctions de ces signaux ne correspondent pas à celles qui suivent si vous utilisez un décodeur qui n'a pas été...
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Optische Anzeigen Es sind optische Anzeigen vorhanden, die Ihnen Aufschluß über den Scannerstatus geben. Diese Anzeigen sind abhängig von dem von Ihnen verwendeten Dekodierer. Es kann sein, daß die Funktionen dieser Anzeigen nicht den nachfolgend angegebenen entsprechen, falls Sie einen Dekodierer verwenden, der nicht von Metrologic hergestellt wurde. Auf der Oberseite des Scanners befinden sich zwei Leuchtdiodenanzeigen: eine rote und eine grüne.
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Segnali ottici Sono previsti dei segnali ottici che Vi informano sullo stato dello scanner. Questi segnali dipendono dal decodificatore da Voi utilizzato. Se utilizzate un decodificatore che non è stato fabbricato dalla Metrologic è possibile che le funzioni di questi segnali non corrispondano a quelle qui di seguito indicate.
Labels The MH941 is a CDRH Class II laser system and an IEC Class I Laser System. Your unit will have a CDRH Class II caution label and an LASERKLASSE 1 label affixed below the model number. The model number label is found on the bottom of the scanner’s head.
IR Sensor Activation This function is decoder/controller dependent. The scanning process is initiated by an infra red (IR) device that is found below the laser output window. The signal it projects extends approximately eight (8) inches beyond the output window (Refer to Figure 3). The IR device remains active as long as power is applied to the unit.
Scan Field The depth of field for the scanner is from the face of the output window to five (5) inches (Refer to Figure 4). If the scanner is in the stand, a bar code must be presented to the scanner. When holding the scanner, position the output window within five inches of the bar code.
Depth of Field and Symbol Specification (Refer to Figure 5) Code Type Minimum Small Code Density *Depth of Field Element Mil. (1/1000") UPC/EAN 10.4 0" - 4" UPC/EAN 13.0 100% 0" - 5" Code 39 High 0" - 3" Code 39 12.0 Medium 1"...
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.
Appendix A Specifications Application: Hand-Held Laser Scanner Light Source: VLD 675 ± 5nm CDRH: Registered with CDRH, Class II laser product Maximum radiant power less than 1 mW IEC: IEC 825 Class I laser product Maximum radiant power less than 0.5 mW UL/CSA/TUV: UL Listed, UL114;...
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Operational Depth of Field, UPC 100%: Up to 125mm (5") from face Scan Speed: 38 scan lines per second Scan Pattern: Single scan line Maintenance Required: Clean output window periodically Print Contrast: 35% minimum reflectance difference Roll, Pitch, Yaw: 42E, 68E, 52E The following operations are decoder/controller dependent.
Appendix B MH941 Scan Head Pin Assignments Signal Name Function Flip Sense A square wave output signal that changes polarity when the scan mirror drive circuit changes the motor direction. The frequency is approximately 19 Hz to achieve a nominal 38 flips/scan per second.
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Reserved Proximity Detect The proximity detect is a momentary grounding switch. The controlling computer should provide a +5±.25 VDC pull up which can be grounded when the proximity detect activates. This indicates that an object has moved within scanning rage. It is recommended that this signal be debounced for approx- imately 30 milliseconds.
INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY INJURY TO PROPERTY OR PERSON OR EFFECT ON BUSINESS OR PROFIT, AND IN NO EVENT SHALL ANY LIABILITY OF METROLOGIC EXCEED THE ACTUAL AMOUNT PAID TO METROLOGIC FOR THE PRODUCT. Metrologic Instruments, Inc. Customer Service Department 90 Coles Road 1-800-ID-METRO (1-800-436-3876)
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Disclaimer Metrologic Instruments, Inc. and the author or authors make no claims or warranties with respect to the contents or accuracy of this publication, or the product it describes, including any warranties of fitness or merchantability for a particular purpose. Any stated or expressed warranties are in lieu of all obligations or liability for any damages, whether special, indirect, or consequential, arising out of or in connection with the use of this publication or the product it describes.
Appendix D 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 protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
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Anmerkung Nach Überprüfung dieses Geräts wurde festgestellt, daß es den Grenzwerten für Digitalgeräte der Klasse A gemäß Teil 15 der Richtlinien der US-amerikanischen Bundesbehörde für das Fernmeldewesen entspricht. Diese Grenzwerte wurden festgelegt, um einen angemessenen Schutz gegen schädliche Auswirkungen bei Einsatz des Geräts in einer Ladenumgebung zu gewähren. Das Gerät erzeugt und verwendet Hochfrequenzenergie und kann diese ausstrahlen, und kann, falls es nicht gemäß...
Appendix E Patents “Patent Information This METROLOGIC product may be covered by one or more of the following U.S. Patents: U.S. Patent No. 4,360,798; 4,369,361; 4,387,297; 4,460,120; 4,496,831; 4,593,186; 4,607,156; 4,673,805; 4,736,095; 4,758,717; 4,816,660; 4,845,350; 4,896,026; 4,923,281; 4,933,538; 4,992,717; 5,015,833; 5,017,765;...