Microscan Quadrus EZ User Manual

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x Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualAbout the Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualAbout the Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualThis manual provides complete infor

4-16 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualInterleaved 2 of 5Guard Bar (Interleaved 2 of 5)Note: Whenever Guard Bar is enabled, the presence of guard bars is

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 4-17SymbologiesUPC/EANEAN StatusUsage:Used primarily in POS application in the retail industry. It is commonly used wi

4-18 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualUPC/EANSupplementals Status (UPC/EAN)DisabledUPC Supplementals will not be decoded.EnabledWhen enabled, the scanne

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 4-19SymbologiesSeparator Character (UPC/EAN)Note: If Separator Character has been changed to any other character and y

4-20 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualPharmacodePharmacodeFixed Symbol Length Status (Pharmacode)Fixed Symbol Length (Pharmacode)Minimum Number of Bars

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 4-21SymbologiesBar Width Status (Pharmacode)Direction (Pharmacode)Fixed Threshold Value (Pharmacode)Definition:If set

4-22 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualRSS ExpandedRSS ExpandedWhere appropriate, use 1 (non-stacked) for better performance over 2 (stacked and non-stac

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 4-23SymbologiesRSS LimitedUsage:RSS Limited is designed to be read by laser and CCD readers. It is not recommended for

4-24 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualRSS-14RSS-14Where appropriate, use 1 (non-stacked) for better performance over 2 (stacked and non-stacked).Usage:U

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 4-25SymbologiesPDF417Note: Sending <a1> will cause PDF417 data to be prefaced with information consisting of err

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual xiIntroductionWarning and Caution Summary• Viewing the Quadrus EZ’s LED output with optical instruments such as magnif

4-26 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualPDF417Codeword Collection (PDF417) Note: Fixed Symbol Length Status must be enabled for Fixed Symbol Length to tak

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 4-27SymbologiesMicroPDF417Fixed Symbol Length Status (MicroPDF417) Fixed Symbol Length (MicroPDF417) Note: Fixed Symbo

4-28 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualCompositeCompositeWhen set to Enabled or Required, will attempt to decode the composite component of a linear symb

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 4-29SymbologiesNarrow MarginsNote: Narrow Margins is only used for linear symbology types. Do not use with PDF.Note: D

4-30 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualSymbology IDSymbology IDExplanation of Modifiers for Code 39, Codabar, and I–2/5• For Code 39, Codabar and I 2/5,

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 4-31SymbologiesBackground ColorUsage:If the background is darker than the symbol, then enable black background.Typical

4-32 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualBackground Color

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 5-15 I/0 ParametersContentsThis section includes instructions on setting up conditions for changing input/output elect

5-2 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualI/O Parameters by ESPI/O Parameters by ESPTo open nested options, single-click the +.Click this button to bring up

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 5-3I/O ParametersI/O Parameters Serial CommandsSymbol Data Output <K705,symbol data output status,when to output>

xii Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualStatement of Agency ComplianceStatement of Agency ComplianceThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with

5-4 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualSymbol Data OutputSymbol Data OutputNote: Symbol Data Output relates to data and should not to be confused with Out

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 5-5I/O ParametersGood ReadUsage:Good Read is used when an application requires all symbol data to be transmitted. It’s

5-6 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualWhen to Output Symbol DataWhen to Output Symbol DataAs Soon As Possible End of Read Cycle Definition:This command a

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 5-7I/O ParametersNoread MessageNoread Message ModeDisabledNo message is output when a noread condition occurs.EnabledT

5-8 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualNoread MessageLinear Symbologies:1. Failed user-defined minimum number of bars.2. Failed to decode start/stop chara

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 5-9I/O ParametersNoread MessageNote: Noread Message will only be transmitted if Symbol Data Output is set to Match, Mi

5-10 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualBad/No Symbol QualificationBad/No Symbol QualificationBad Symbol MessageNo Symbol Message1D/Stacked Symbology Qual

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 5-11I/O ParametersMinimum Number of Qualified Scan LinesStart/Stop StatusDefinition:Sets the minimum number of scans t

5-12 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualBad/No Symbol Qualification2D Symbology QualificationNote: in the cases where Symbol Size Status, Dimension Status

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 5-13I/O ParametersSymbol Size 1 (2D Symbology Qualification)Symbol Size 2 (2D Symbology Qualification)Symbol Size Tole

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 1-11 Quick StartContentsThis chapter is designed to get your reader up and running quicklyusing the reader’s EZ button

5-14 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualBad/No Symbol QualificationDimension Mode (2D Symbology Qualification)DisabledDecoded messages are output, but no

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 5-15I/O ParametersDimension 2 (2D Symbology Qualification) Dimension Tolerance (2D Symbology Qualification)Definition:

5-16 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualBad/No Symbol QualificationOrientation Mode (2D Symbology Qualification)DisabledDecoded messages are output, but n

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 5-17I/O ParametersOrientation ValueNote: A symbol’s orientation can miss the precise Orientation Value by several degr

5-18 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualRead Duration OutputRead Duration OutputRead Duration Output ModeImportant: To measure the entire read cycle when

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 5-19I/O ParametersOutput IndicatorsThe Quadrus EZ has a beeper and three LED arrays, as follows:1.An X-pattern of blue

5-20 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualOutput IndicatorsGreen Flash ModeDisabledGreen flash LEDs are disabled.Good Read (Green Flash)Green flash LEDs wil

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 5-21I/O ParametersGreen Flash DurationNote: Green Flash Duration values only take effect in Static Presentation Mode.B

5-22 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualOutput IndicatorsLED Configuration ModeIn both ISO/IEC 15415 and DPM grade modes the LEDs represent the grade of t

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 5-23I/O ParametersSerial VerificationAllows the user to verify configuration command status.Serial Command Echo Status

1-2 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualCheck Required HardwareStep 1 — Check Required HardwareTo get started with just the EZ ButtonYou will need:•A Quadr

5-24 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualSerial VerificationControl/Hex OutputUsage:Useful for viewing settings with binary characters when using serial co

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 5-25I/O ParametersVideo OutputVideo Output ModeDisabledWhen selected the video output is disabled.Triggered Usage:Usef

5-26 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualVideo OutputLive (Video Output)Note: Whenever the Locate mode (X-pattern) is activated by the EZ button, Live vide

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 5-27I/O ParametersTrigger Image Mode Last CaptureAt the end of a triggered read cycle, the video output will be the la

5-28 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualImage OutputImage OutputDisabledNo image file will be output at the end of the read cycle.Good Read (Image Output)

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 5-29I/O ParametersCommunications Port (Image Output)File Format (Image Output)BitmapOutputs the image in a bitmap form

5-30 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualImage CaptioningImage CaptioningImportant Notes: • If triggered video is not enabled this feature is disabled rega

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 5-31I/O ParametersStatistic Mode 1 (counts) (Image Captioning)Outputs trigger count, image frame number, decode status

5-32 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualSynchronous TriggerSynchronous TriggerNote: This feature only applies to the CCD image sensor.DisabledWhen disable

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 5-33I/O ParametersApplication Notes1. If a Rapid Capture trigger mode is enabled, the timing on the trigger will chang

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 1-3Quick StartStep 2 — Connect the SystemYou can connect the Quadrus EZ by EZ button, RS-232, or TCP-IP (Ethernet).Con

5-34 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualEZ ButtonEZ ButtonThe EZ button has four positions, selectable by the length of time that the button is held down

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 5-35I/O ParametersLoad IP Database (EZ Button)Save for Power-On (EZ Button)EZ Button ModesDefinition:Allows the user t

5-36 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualEZ ButtonDisabled When set to disabled, the associated button position will have no function associated with it, a

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 5-37I/O ParametersEZ Button OperationTo execute EZ button commands, Single Beep (Position #1)Hold down button until a

5-38 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualInput 1Input 1DisabledReset Counts Unlatch OutputActive State (Input)Usage:For example, an application is setup so

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 5-39I/O ParametersOutput 1 ParametersOutput On (Output 1)Note: If Output On is set to Mismatch Or Noread, Match, or Mi

5-40 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualOutput 1 ParametersTrend AnalysisSymbol QualityDiagnostic WarningIn Read CycleUsage:Typically used when successful

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 5-41I/O ParametersOutput State (Output 1) Pulse Width (Output 1)Output Mode (Output 1)PulseThis is the default mode of

5-42 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualOutput 1 ParametersTrend Analysis (Output 1)Note: Output On under Output 1 Parameters must be set to Trend Analysi

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 5-43I/O ParametersTrend Analysis ModeMismatchOutput will be activated when the number of Mismatches equals the value e

1-4 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualPosition Reader and SymbolStep 3 — Position Reader and Symbol• Position the reader at the focal distance recommende

5-44 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualOutput 1 ParametersNumber of Triggers (Trend Analysis)Number to Output On (Trend Analysis)Definition: The number o

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 5-45I/O ParametersSymbol Quality to Output 1 (ISO/IEC 15415)Note: Output On under Output 1 Parameters must be set to S

5-46 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualOutput 1 ParametersOutput on Axial Non-UniformityOutput on Unused Error CorrectionSymbol Contrast ThresholdUsage:

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 5-47I/O ParametersPrint Growth ThresholdAxial Non-Uniformity ThresholdUnused ECC ThresholdUsage: Lets the user set the

5-48 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualOutput 1 ParametersSymbol Quality to Output 1 (Inkjet/Direct)Note: Output On under Output 1 Parameters must be set

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 5-49I/O ParametersOutput on Dot OvalityOutput on Angle of DistortionDot Center OffsetDefinition:When enabled, dot oval

5-50 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualOutput 1 ParametersCell FillDot Ovality ThresholdAngle of Distortion ThresholdDefinition:This adopts the ISO/IEC 1

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 5-51I/O ParametersDiagnosticsNote: When Diagnostic Warning is enabled under Output 1 Parameters, Output Mode configura

5-52 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualOutput 2 ParametersOutput 2 ParametersNote: Output 2 has the same parameters and default settings as Output 1.Tren

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 5-53I/O ParametersSymbol Quality to Output 2 (Inkjet/Direct)Note: Output On under Output 2 Parameters must be set to S

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 1-5Quick StartStep 4 — Install ESPESP stands for Easy Setup Program.ESP provides a quick and easy way to set up and co

5-54 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualOutput 3 ParametersOutput 3 ParametersOutput 3 has the same parameters and default settings as Output 1.Trend Anal

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 5-55I/O ParametersSymbol Quality to Output 3 (Inkjet/Direct)Note: Output On under Output 3 Parameters must be set to S

5-56 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualOutput 3 Parameters

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 6-16 Symbol QualityContentsThis section describes parameters that, when enabled, will output grades or values that eva

6-2 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualSymbol Quality by ESPSymbol Quality by ESPSymbol Quality Serial CommandsTotal Read Time (global) <K710,[not chan

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 6-3Symbol QualityOverview of Symbol QualityInformation about symbol quality and timing can be appended to symbol data

6-4 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualGlobalGlobalTotal Read Time and Symbol Quality Separator apply to all three Symbol Quality groups: ISO/IEC 15415, G

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 6-5Symbol QualityData MatrixOutput ModeNote: Output Mode applies to both ISO/IEC 15415 and Inkjet/Direct symbol qualit

6-6 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualData MatrixPrint GrowthAxial Non-UniformityDefinition:The extent to which dark or light markings appropriately fill

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 6-7Symbol QualityUnused Error CorrectionDefinition:The correction capacity of Reed-Solomon decoding is expressed in th

1-6 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualSelect ModelStep 5 — Select ModelWhen you start the program, the following menu will appear:Note: If you need to se

6-8 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualData MatrixGrading Symbol QualityPercent Cell DamageCapture TimeLocate TimeDecode TimeDefinition:Number of cells (a

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 6-9Symbol QualityPixels per ElementECC LevelMatrix SizeQuiet ZoneDefinition:The number of pixels for each element, eit

6-10 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualData MatrixInkjet/Direct Symbol QualityParameters related to inkjet, dot peen, and laser and chemical etching.Dot

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 6-11Symbol QualityCell FillDefinition:Percentage of the ideal cell size that the dot fills. Worst Case indicates the q

6-12 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualData MatrixDot OvalityAngle of DistortionDefinition:Identifies the extent of the oval distortion of the mark. Does

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 6-13Symbol QualityStatic Symbol Quality OutputsWhen in a static capture mode, you can send a serial command immediatel

6-14 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualStatic Symbol Quality Outputs

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 7-17 Matchcode ContentsThis section explains the matchcode output functions and the master symbol database setup.Note:

7-2 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualMatchcode by ESPMatchcode by ESPMatchcode Serial CommandsMatchcode Type<K223,type,sequential matching,match star

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 7-3MatchcodeOverview of MatchcodeSteps for Entering and Using Master Symbols1. Set Triggering Mode to External or Seri

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 1-7Quick StartStep 6 — Select Communications ProtocolWhen the Select Protocol dialog appears, choose either RS-232 or

7-4 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualMatchcode TypeMatchcode TypeDefinition:Allows the user to choose the way that master symbols will be compared with

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 7-5MatchcodeSequential MatchingUsage:Useful in tracking product serial numbers that increment or decrement sequentiall

7-6 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualMatch Start PositionMatch Start PositionNote: Match Start Position must be set to 1 or greater to enable this featu

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 7-7MatchcodeMatch LengthUsage:For example, if Match Length is set to 6 in a 10 character symbol, and Match Start Posit

7-8 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualWild Card CharacterWild Card CharacterUsage:For example, with Wild Card Character defined as the default asterisk,

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 7-9MatchcodeSequence On NoreadAs an example of Sequence on Noread Enabled, consider the following series of decodes:As

7-10 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualSequence On MismatchSequence On MismatchNote: Matchcode must be set to Sequential for this command to function.The

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 7-11MatchcodeSequence Step As an example of Sequence Step, if Sequence Step is set to 3 and Sequential Matching is set

7-12 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualMatch ReplaceMatch ReplaceReplacement StringUsage:Provides a convenient shortcut for applications that need to out

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 7-13MatchcodeMismatch ReplaceReplacement StringUsage:Provides a convenient shortcut for applications that need to outp

ii Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualCopyright and DisclaimerCopyright © 2007by Microscan Systems, Inc.,1201 S.W. 7th Street, Renton, Washington, U.S.A.

1-8 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualLocate the Symbol in the FOVStep 7 — Locate the Symbol in the FOVIn this step, you move the symbol or the reader so

7-14 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualNew Master PinNew Master PinAfter New Master Pin has been enabled and the pin activated, decodes will be saved in

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 8-18 DiagnosticsContentsThis section describes warning and operating messages and their settings.Note: The characters

8-2 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualDiagnostics by ESPDiagnostics by ESP Diagnostics Serial CommandsPower-on/Reset Counts<K406,power-on,resets,power

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 8-3DiagnosticsCounts (Read Only)Counts for Power-on/Reset/Saves are stored in the reader and can be displayed at any t

8-4 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualExternal Camera MessageExternal Camera MessageNote: This feature cannot be used if in a Continuous Read mode.Discon

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 8-5DiagnosticsConnect MessageSerial Cmd:<K410,disconnect msg status,disconnect message,connect msg status, connect

8-6 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualOver Temperature MessageOver Temperature MessageOver Temperature StatusWarning MessageUsage:Helps ensure that the r

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 8-7DiagnosticsService MessageService Message StatusService MessageThresholdResolutionDefinition:When enabled, a messag

8-8 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualService Message

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 9-19 Camera SetupContentsThis section provides adjustment to the physical controls of the internal camera, image acqui

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 1-9Quick StartLocate by ESP1. In the EZ menu, click the Locate button to enable the X-pattern.2. You will see the X-pa

9-2 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualCamera Setup by ESPCamera Setup by ESPCamera Setup Serial CommandsRegion of Interest <K516,top,left,height,width

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 9-3Camera SetupVideoIn the Camera menu you can locate and capture images just as you did in the EZ Mode when first sta

9-4 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualVideoCapture and DecodeAfter calibration, click the Capture and Decode button.Capture and DecodeNotice that followi

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 9-5Camera SetupEvaluationIn Evaluation, you can view images currently in the reader, capture and decode a symbol, save

9-6 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualEvaluationHistogramNote: Since histograms are performed in the reader, the results will be save regardless of wheth

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 9-7Camera SetupLine Scan1. From the Evaluation tab, click the Line Scan button.The window shown below appears.Hint: Wh

9-8 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualRegion of Interest (ROI)Region of Interest (ROI)You can narrow the active image area (field of view) by defining a

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 9-9Camera SetupRegion of Interest by ESP1. From the Camera menu, click the ROI tab to bring up Region of Interest.If y

9-10 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualRegion of Interest (ROI)Region of Interest by Serial CommandThe exact size and position of the ROI within the imag

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 9-11Camera SetupHeight (Row Depth) Width (Column Width)Definition:Defines the size, in rows, of the window. Maximum va

1-10 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualCalibrate SettingsStep 8 — Calibrate SettingsQuadrus EZ image settings can be adjusted automatically for optimum r

9-12 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualDynamic SetupDynamic SetupYou can visually determine where moving symbols will appear in the FOV during a read cyc

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 9-13Camera SetupCalculatorThe Calculator is a convenient tool to help visualize and control the spacing of rapid captu

9-14 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualCCD Image SensorCCD Image SensorConfigures the operation of the CCD image sensor. Typically most of these paramete

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 9-15Camera SetupCMOS Image SensorConfigures the operation of the CMOS image sensor. Typically these parameters will be

9-16 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualCMOS Image SensorContrast (CMOS)Offset (CMOS)Usage:Too low a contrast setting can cause an image to be “washed” ou

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 9-17Camera SetupIllumination SourceUsage:Allows different intensities of light or external lighting to be applied to a

9-18 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualThresholdingThresholdingThreshold ModeThreshold ValueUsage:Fixed works better when decode time must be as short as

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 9-19Camera SetupImage Processing SettingsImage Processing Settings control the amount of processing that occurs before

9-20 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualImage Processing SettingsImage Processing TimeoutCaution: Image Processing Timeout, if not properly set, can have

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 9-21Camera SetupHollow ModeThe image below is an example of a hollow mode outline matrix.Usage: Used to decode hollow

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 1-11Quick StartStep 9 — Perform Readability TestThis test will let you know the percent of good reads per captures ach

9-22 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualMirrored ImageMirrored ImageUsage:When the reader is getting a mirrored image, for example with an attached right-

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 9-23Camera SetupOther Camera ParametersThe following commands are listed in other menus but included in the Camera men

9-24 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualOther Camera Parameters

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 10-110 IP Database ContentsAn image processing database allows the user to save up to 10 multiple camera/image process

10-2 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualIP Database by ESPIP Database by ESPClick this button to bring up the Read Cycle/Triggering menu.You will see thes

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 10-3IP DatabaseIP Database Serial CommandsIP Database Size <K252,number of active database settings>CCD Database

10-4 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualOverview of IP DatabaseOverview of IP DatabaseOperation of IP DatabaseOnce IP Database is enabled, the reader’s cu

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 10-5IP DatabaseRapid Capture ModeIn Rapid Capture mode, a capture can occur during image processing. For this reason i

10-6 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualIP Database WindowIP Database WindowIn ESP when you click on the IP Database tab you will see the following:From E

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 10-7IP DatabaseNumber of Active Database SettingsUsage:It’s important to remember that IP Database Size must be set fo

1-12 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualApplicationsStep 10 — ApplicationsTo make setup changes to the Quadrus EZ, click the App Mode button. From here yo

10-8 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualCCD Image Sensor DatabaseCCD Image Sensor DatabaseThe database indexes (arrays) of camera/image processing setting

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 10-9IP DatabaseThreshold ValueProcessing ModeBackground ColorNarrow Margin StatusSerial Cmd:<K250,CCD database inde

10-10 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualCMOS Image SensorCMOS Image SensorThe database indexes (arrays) of camera/image processing settings that are appl

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 10-11IP DatabaseContrastOffsetThreshold ModeThreshold ValueProcessing ModeSerial Cmd:<K251,CMOS database index,shut

10-12 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualCMOS Image SensorBackground ColorNarrow MarginsSerial Cmd:<K251,CMOS database index,shutter speed,gain,contras

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 10-13IP DatabaseSave Current Settings to DatabaseSaves settings currently enabled to the designated database index.CCD

10-14 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualRequest Database SettingsRequest Database SettingsReturns settings for selected database index.CCDCMOSRequest All

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 11-111 TerminalContentsThis section describes the Terminal window and macro functions.Note: The characters NULL, <,

11-2 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualTerminal WindowTerminal WindowTo use ESP’s Terminal, click on the Terminal button:You will see this window:The Ter

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 11-3TerminalFind FunctionThe Find box allows you to enter text strings to be searched for in the Terminal window. For

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 1-13Quick StartStep 11 — Make Menu Changes and Save in ESPTo make changes to a configuration setting:You have 3 choice

11-4 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualMacrosMacrosMacros can be stored in a macro selection bar, edited in a separate window, and executed by clicking o

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 11-5TerminalTerminal Window MenusRight click on the Terminal window to display the following dropdown menu:Terminal Dr

11-6 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualTerminal Window Menus

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 12-112 UtilitiesContentsUtility commands are generally commands that are performed during reader operations to check r

12-2 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualUtilities Serial CommandsUtilities Serial CommandsRead Rate<C> Enter Decode Rate Test<Cp> Enter Percen

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 12-3UtilitiesRead RateBy ESPYou can access Read Rate from the Utilities menu in the Read Rate tab.To see the number of

12-4 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualCountersCountersCounter commands can be a numeric value from 00000 to 65,535. After reaching the maximum numeric l

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 12-5UtilitiesGood Read/Match Counter (or Good Read Counter)Sending <V> displays the total number of good reads m

12-6 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualDevice ControlDevice ControlBy ESPDevice Control By Serial CommandOutput #1 PulseSending <L1> pulses activat

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 12-7UtilitiesMaster DatabaseImportant: Master Database is used only for comparing entire symbols, when Sequential and

1-14 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualMake Menu Changes and Save in ESPVideo Output OptionYou can connect a remote video monitor (RS-170/monochrome, non

12-8 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualMaster DatabaseMaster Symbol Database SizeCaution: Since the total number of characters available for the master s

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 12-9UtilitiesEnter Master Symbol DataDefinition:Allows you to enter master symbol data for a any enabled master symbol

12-10 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualMaster DatabaseRequest Master Symbol DataRequest All Master Symbol DataRead Next Symbol as Master SymbolDefinitio

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 12-11UtilitiesRequest New Master StatusDelete Master Symbol DataUsage:Informs the user when a new master symbol is pen

12-12 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualFirmwareFirmwareBy ESPFirmware UpdateApplication code versions are specific to your reader. Consult with your sal

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 12-13UtilitiesFirmware VerificationRequest Part NumberYou can send a request to the reader for part numbers, checksums

12-14 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualFirmwareRequest Checksum You can send a request to the reader for part numbers, checksums, boot code, and applica

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 12-15UtilitiesSensor TypeRequest Sensor TypeBy ESPBy Serial CommandWhen you send this command, the Quadrus EZ responds

12-16 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualBar Code ConfigurationBar Code ConfigurationBar code configuration can be entered three different ways:1. By forc

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 12-17UtilitiesDefaulting/Saving/Resetting Understanding and controlling your reader’s active, saved, and default setti

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 2-12 CommunicationsContentsThis section tells how to set up communications parameters with the host and an auxiliary t

12-18 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualDefaulting/Saving/ResettingCustomer Default ParametersCustomer default parameters (saved by <Zc>) are the s

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 12-19UtilitiesReader Status Requests<?> Reader Status ByteThe reader responds to a status request <?> with

12-20 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualOther Operational Serial CommandsOther Operational Serial CommandsThe following serial utility commands can be en

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 13-113 Unique Item IdentifiersContentsThis section explains the structure and purpose of Unique Item Identifiers (UIIs

13-2 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualOverview of IUID and UIIOverview of IUID and UIIThe Department of Defense (DoD) now requires “Item Unique Identifi

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 13-3Unique Item IdentifiersNon-UII Characters in a UII Message StreamThe table below identifies and describes all char

13-4 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualUII Mode FeaturesUII Mode FeaturesUII Mode by ESPUII-Only Enabled Allows the Quadrus EZ to read only UII message s

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 13-5Unique Item IdentifiersUII Mode by Serial CommandUII DisabledNo UII is constructed when symbol data is read.UII En

13-6 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualError MessagingError MessagingThis feature is used to determine if UII message streams are in the correct format.

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 13-7Unique Item IdentifiersExamples of Error Messages (cont.)Invalid Characters[)>{RS}05{GS}800406141411#0B9C3D6{RS

2-2 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualCommunications by ESPCommunications by ESPClick this button to bring up the Communications parameters.Click this bu

13-8 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualValid FormatsValid FormatsThe table below shows examples of correctly encoded UII message streams and the decoded

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 14-114 Output FormatContentsThis section explains how to control the formatting and filtering of decoded symbol data f

14-2 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualOutput Format Serial CommandsOutput Format Serial CommandsFormat Extract <K740,output index,start location,leng

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 14-3Output FormatOutput Format StatusOutput Format Status DisabledWhen Format Status is set to Disabled, output format

14-4 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualFormat AssignFormat AssignSymbol NumberStatusBy ESPDefinition:Symbol Number refers to the number of the symbol to

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 14-5Output FormatFormat ExtractOutput IndexStart LocationLengthDefinition: Output Index refers to the database entry y

14-6 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualFormat AssignFormat Extract by ESPYou can extract and insert several character sequences using ESP’s Symbol Parse

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 14-7Output FormatFormat InsertOutput IndexLengthHex StringDefinition: Output Index refers to the database entry you wi

14-8 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualFormat InsertFormat Insert by ESPThe Format Insert process is very similar to the Format Extract process, except t

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 14-9Output FormatOutput Filter ConfigurationRules for Output Filter ConfigurationRule # 1 Each symbol that is decoded

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 2-3CommunicationsCommunications Serial CommandsHost Port Connections <K100,baud rate,parity,stop bits,data bits>

14-10 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualOutput Filter ConfigurationFilter NumberSymbology TypeDefinition: This is the filter index number that represents

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 14-11Output FormatLength WildcardPlaceholderDefinition: Specifies the length of the decoded symbol allowed to occupy

14-12 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualOutput Filter ConfigurationDataDatabase IndexDefinition: This is the data string to be used when comparing symbol

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 14-13Output FormatOrdered Output FilterDefinition: Number of Filters refers to the number of active output filters. 0

14-14 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualOrdered Output Filter

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 15-115 Ethernet ContentsThis section only applies to Quadrus EZ readers that are designed for Ethernet connectivity.Wh

15-2 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualStep 1 —SetupFor Ethernet setup, you will need:• A Quadrus EZ Ethernet-ready reader with application code -14 or n

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 15-3EthernetStep 2 —Preliminary Steps1. Plug the IB-151 interface into the Quadrus EZ.2. Plug the IB-150 kit cable int

15-4 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualAssigning a Network AddressThis procedure will configure the reader to work with the TCP/IP configuration of the h

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 15-5EthernetUsing the Reader's Default IP AddressNote: This procedure is only used when the reader is directly co

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual iiiIntroductionMicroscan Limited Warranty Statement and ExclusionsWhat Is Covered?Microscan Systems Inc. warrants to t

2-4 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualRS-232/422 Host PortRS-232/422 Host PortThe host port can be configured with RS-232 and RS-422 connections.Host Por

15-6 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualUsing DHCP to Configure the ReaderThis assumes that the Quadrus EZ is connected to a network on which resides a DH

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 15-7EthernetStep 3 —Communicating in EthernetBy now either the reader should be configured with an IP address or the h

15-8 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualStep 4 —Ethernet ApplicationThe Quadrus EZ supports the Microscan communication protocol for readers over two TCP/

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 15-9EthernetPrimary (Command) TCP PortThis port is used for all command processing and data outputs (except “binary fr

15-10 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualImage File TransfersThe reader's image files can be accessed with either “binary frame” commands <op,4>

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual A-1AppendicesAppendix A General Specifications...

A-2 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualGeneral SpecificationsAppendix A — General SpecificationsMechanicalHeight: 2.25” (57 mm)Width: 2.5” (64 mm)Depth: 4

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual A-3AppendicesRead ParametersPitch: ±30° Skew: ±30° Tilt: 360°Decode Rate: Up to 60 decodes per secondFocal Range: 2 to

A-4 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualElectrical SpecificationsAppendix B — Electrical SpecificationsMaximum Operating Power: CCD: 10Watts; CMOS: 8wattsP

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual A-5AppendicesOptoisolator OutputsOptoisolator circuits can transfer pulses between the reader and peripherals with no

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 2-5CommunicationsData Bits, Host PortUsage: Only changed if necessary to match host setting.Definition:One or two bits

A-6 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualElectrical SpecificationsAdditional Isolated Output Circuit ExamplesIsolated ReaderRELAYScannerOutputPower groundOu

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual A-7AppendicesOptoisolator InputsAll discrete inputs can be fully isolated pulses as PNP or NPN circuits.Inputs include

A-8 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualQuadrus EZ DPMAppendix C — Quadrus EZ DPMThe Quadrus EZ is now available in an option specifically for direct part

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual A-9AppendicesAppendix D — Quadrus EZ FLEXThe Quadrus EZ FLEX (FIS-6700-2001G) retains the firmware functionality of th

A-10 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualConnectivity AccessoriesAppendix E — Connectivity AccessoriesThree interface options are available for Quadrus EZ

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual A-11AppendicesIB-151 Ethernet/USB InterfaceUSB (USB-B) and standard Ethernet (RJ-45) connections can be made through t

A-12 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualConnectivity AccessoriesIB-152 Terminal Strip Interface KitCustom terminal strip wiring can be done through the IB

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual A-13AppendicesAppendix F — Serial Configuration CommandsThe following table is a summary of all the available serial c

A-14 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualSerial Configuration CommandsSymbologiesData Matrix<K479,ECC 200 status,ECC 000 status,ECC 050 status,ECC 080 s

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual A-15Appendices2D Symbology Qualification<K718,finder pattern status,symbol size mode,symbol size 1,symbol size 2,sy

2-6 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualRS-232/422 Host PortHost Port ProtocolPoint-to-Point (standard)Point-to-Point with XON/XOFFUsage:In general, the po

A-16 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualSerial Configuration CommandsSymbol QualityTotal Read Time (global) <K710,[not changed in this context],total r

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual A-17AppendicesImage Processing Timeout<K245,image processing timeout>Hollow Mode <K517,hollow status>Outpu

A-18 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualSerial Configuration CommandsSerial Command FormatSerial commands are of two types: utility and configuration. Rul

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual A-19AppendicesSerial Command Status RequestTo ensure that any command was received and accepted, you can send the Show

A-20 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualASCII TableAppendix G — ASCII TableASCII Table with Control CharactersDec Hex Mne Ctrl Dec Hex Ch Dec Hex Ch Dec H

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual A-21AppendicesCommunication Protocol CommandsProtocol Command(Mnemonic displayed on Microscan menu)Control Characters

A-22 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualData Matrix SymbologyAppendix H — Data Matrix SymbologyData Matrix Symbol ComparisonlSymbol Features ECC 000 - 140

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual A-23AppendicesAppendix I — Determine Depth of FieldIf symbols appear in the FOV at a consistent distance in your appli

A-24 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualField of View and LensesAppendix J — Field of View and LensesRepresentations of two lens type views are shown in t

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual A-25AppendicesRelative Sizes of FOVs by Lens Type at 4” Focal DistanceQuadrus EZ Maximum 2D Symbol SizesMaximum Elemen

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 2-7CommunicationsPoint-to-Point with RTS/CTSPoint-to-Point with RTS/CTS & XON/XOFFPolling Mode DUser Defined Point

A-26 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualField of View and LensesCCD Focal Distance, FOV, DOF and Symbol Size by Lens TypeFocal Distance Field of View Dept

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual A-27AppendicesCMOS Focal Distance, FOV, DOF and Symbol Size by Lens TypeFocal Distance Field of View Depth of Field Sy

A-28 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualRapid Capture ModeAppendix K — Rapid Capture ModeIn rapid capture mode, from one to eight captures can be specifie

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual A-29AppendicesMultiple CapturesIn many applications, you can improve opportunities for good reads by increasing the nu

A-30 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualObject DetectorAppendix L — Object DetectorIn a typical operation, a reader will wait for symbol data only during

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual A-31AppendicesAppendix M — Operational TipsCleaningThe Quadrus EZ has a hard coated window that should only be cleaned

A-32 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualEmbedded MenusAppendix N — Embedded MenusIn addition to ESP, you can also use a communications menu such as HyperT

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual A-33AppendicesAppendix O — Interface StandardsInterface Standards, established by the Electronic Industries Associatio

A-34 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualMultidrop CommunicationsAppendix P — Multidrop CommunicationsThis appendix describes the rules for setting up a co

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual A-35AppendicesSelect SequenceUnlike poll requests, select commands always originate from the host and consist of seria

2-8 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualRS-232/422 Host PortUser Defined ExampleFrom HostDefinition:Example: ACK/NAK protocol can be configured using User

A-36 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualMultidrop CommunicationsMultidrop AddressesMultidrop Address Poll CharacterSelect CharacterMultidrop Address Poll

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual A-37AppendicesAppendix Q — Glossary of TermsAberration—The failure of an optical lens to produce an exact point-to-poi

A-38 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualGlossary of TermsConnector—Physical device (plug or socket) on a device or cable to provide in/out con-nectivity f

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual A-39AppendicesExternal Edge—Allows a read cycle to be initiated by a trigger signal from an object detector when it de

A-40 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualGlossary of TermsInput—A channel or communications line. Decoded data or a discrete signal that is received by a d

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual A-41AppendicesRegion—Area of an image. Also called a region of interest for image processing opera-tions.Resolution, I

A-42 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualGlossary of Terms

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 1Hyperlink IndexAAbout the Quadrus EZ Reader i-ixAbout the Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual i-xActive Camera 3-17Active

2 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualBinary 5-29Binary Frames 15-10Bitmap 5-29Boot Code 12-14Both 4-19CCalculating Number of Captures in a Rapid Capture A

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 3Codeword Collection (PDF417) 4-26Command Processing Mode 2-17Communicating in Ethernet 15-7Communication Protocol Com

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 2-9CommunicationsMultidropWhen Multidrop is selected, the protocol characters for RES, REQ, etc. are assigned automati

4 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualDaisy Chain Reader ID 2-20Daisy Chain Reader Number 2-20Daisy Chain Remote Secondary Reader ID 2-20Data 14-12Data Bit

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 5Disabled 4-18, 5-4, 5-7, 5-12, 5-14, 5-16, 5-20, 5-25, 5-28, 5-30, 5-32, 5-34, 5-36, 5-38Disclaimer i-iiDisconnect Me

6 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualEnter Percent Test 12-3Entering Special Characters in Embedded Menus A-17Entering Special Characters in Serial Comman

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 7Five Characters Only 4-19Fixed Symbol Length (BC412) 4-13Fixed Symbol Length (Code 128) 4-11Fixed Symbol Length (Code

8 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualGood Read/Match Counter (or Good Read Counter) 12-5Good Read/Match Counter Reset 12-5Grade 6-5Grading Symbol Quality

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 9Input Examples A-7Install ESP 1-5Installing ESP from a CD 1-5Interface Standards A-31Interleaved 2 of 5 4-14Internal

10 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualLive Video 5-36Load Current Settings from Database 10-13Load IP Database (EZ Button) 5-35Load New Master 5-36Locate

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 11Mismatch (Green Flash) 5-20Mismatch Counter 12-5Mismatch Counter Reset 12-5Mismatch or Noread 5-39Mismatch Replace 7

12 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualOObject Detector A-28Object Qualification 5-12, 5-14, 5-16Offset 10-11Offset (CMOS) 9-16On When in the Read Cycle 5-

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 13Output on Print Growth 5-45Output on Symbol Contrast 5-45Output on Unused ECC 5-46Output State (Output 1) 5-41Over T

2-10 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualRS-232/422 Host PortHost 422 Status Usage:RS-232 is an industry standard. RS-422 is used where greater cable lengt

14 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualPrimary TCP Port 2-22Print Growth 6-6Print Growth Threshold 5-47Processing Mode 9-19, 10-9, 10-11Pulse 5-41Pulse Wid

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 15Request All Master Symbol Data 12-10Request Checksum 12-14Request Checksum by ESP 12-14Request Checksum by Serial Co

16 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualSensor type A-3Separator Character (Composite) 4-28Separator Character (UPC/EAN) 4-19Separator Status (Composite) 4-

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 17Static Presentation (Green Flash) 5-20Static Symbol Quality Outputs 6-13Statistic Mode 1 (counts) (Image Captioning)

18 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualTTable of Contents i-ivTarget system 5-36TEI (Format DD) 13-8Terminal Dropdown Menu 11-5Terminal Mode 11-1Terminal W

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 19Triggered Capture 3-21Triggered Captures, Typical 3-21Two Beeps (Position #2) 5-37Two Characters Only 4-19Two-Dimens

20 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualVideo TCP Port 2-23, 15-9WWarning and Caution Summary i-xiWarning Message 8-6Warranty Statement i-iiiWhen to Output

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 2-11CommunicationsRS-232 Auxiliary PortThe auxiliary port offers an alternative port that can be configured to communi

2-12 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualRS-232 Auxiliary PortStop Bits, Aux PortData Bits, Aux PortAuxiliary Port ModeNote: RS-232 host and aux port are a

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 2-13CommunicationsTransparent Mode Usage:A common application, in conjunction with handheld readers, is one that emplo

iv Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualTable of ContentsTable of ContentsChapter 1 Quick StartStep 1 Check Required Hardware...

2-14 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualRS-232 Auxiliary PortHalf Duplex ModeUsage:Useful when the user wants symbol data displayed on an auxiliary menu c

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 2-15CommunicationsFull Duplex ModeUsage: When communication to and from the auxiliary port is required.Definition:In F

2-16 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualRS-232 Auxiliary PortDaisy Chain ModeUsage:Useful in applications where:• More than one symbol type is present.• A

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 2-17CommunicationsCommand Processing ModeUsage: Allows user to send configuration from the Host port or the AUX port.D

2-18 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualRS-232 Auxiliary PortDaisy Chain ID StatusNote: Enable/disable and length must be the same in all readers.Daisy Ch

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 2-19CommunicationsDaisy Chain AutoconfigureNote: All secondary readers must be set to Serial for Daisy Chain to functi

2-20 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualRS-232 Auxiliary PortDaisy Chain Remote Secondary Reader IDNote: Not in ESP.Daisy Chain Reader NumberDaisy Chain R

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 2-21CommunicationsNetworkThese port options are mutually exclusive and predetermined according to the FIS type associa

2-22 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualNetworkGateway AddressIP Address ModePrimary TCP PortDefinition: AA gateway is a communications device/program whi

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 2-23CommunicationsVideo TCP PortDefinition: TCP port in which the reader sends responses to ESP-related commands (vide

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual vIntroductionCapture Timing...3-23D

2-24 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualPreamblePreamblePreamble StatusPreamble Character(s)Usage:Useful for identifying and controlling incoming data. Fo

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 2-25CommunicationsPostamblePostamble StatusPostamble Character(s)Usage:Useful for identifying and controlling incoming

2-26 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualResponse TimeoutResponse TimeoutUsage:Only used when a response is required from the host. While in Multidrop, if

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 2-27CommunicationsLRC Status(Longitudinal Redundancy Check)Usage: Used when extra data integrity is required.Definitio

2-28 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualAux Port System Data StatusAux Port System Data StatusDefinition: When enabled, directs data from the reader to th

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 3-13 Read Cycle ContentsAfter you’ve established communications and completed basic read rate testing, you will need t

3-2 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualRead Cycle by ESPRead Cycle by ESPClick this button to bring up the Read Cycle menu.To change a setting, double-cli

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 3-3Read CycleRead Cycle Serial CommandsMultisymbol <K222,number of symbols,multisymbol separator>Trigger Mode/Du

3-4 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualRead Cycle SetupRead Cycle SetupBased on your application, setting up read cycle and triggering parameters will inv

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 3-5Read CycleMultisymbolNumber of SymbolsUsage:Multisymbol is commonly used in shipping applications where a shipping

vi Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualTable of ContentsSymbol Quality Serial Commands... 6-2Overvi

3-6 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualMultisymbolMultisymbol SeparatorNote: If a NULL is entered for the multisymbol separator, the multisymbol separator

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 3-7Read CycleTriggerNote: When doing calibration or read rate testing, the current trigger setting will be disregarded

3-8 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualTriggerContinuous Read 1 OutputCaution: In automated environments, Continuous Read 1 Output is not recommended beca

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 3-9Read CycleExternal Trigger LevelImportant: Level and Edge apply to the active logic state (Active Off (IOFF) or Act

3-10 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualTriggerExternal Trigger EdgeImportant: Level and Edge apply to the active logic state (Active Off (IOFF) or Active

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 3-11Read CycleSerial DataNote: In Serial Data, sending a non-delimited start serial character will start a read cycle;

3-12 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualTriggerTrigger Filter DurationIf the unit is in External Edge trigger mode, then Trigger Filter Duration specifies

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 3-13Read CycleSerial TriggerSerial Trigger Character (delimited)Note: Serial Data or Serial Data or Edge triggering mo

3-14 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualSerial TriggerStart Character (non-delimited)Stop Character (non-delimited)Definition:A single ASCII host serial t

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 3-15Read CycleEnd of Read CycleEnd of Read Cycle ModeNote: When operating in Continuous Read or Continuous Read 1 Outp

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual viiIntroductionIP Database Serial Commands ...10-3Overview o

3-16 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualEnd of Read CycleNew TriggerTimeout or New TriggerLast FrameLast Frame or New TriggerRead Cycle TimeoutUsage:New T

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 3-17Read CycleActive CameraImportant: The Quadrus EZ does not control the timing of external cameras. Captures from ex

3-18 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualCapture ModeCapture ModeNumber of CapturesNote: When processing in Rapid Capture mode and Dual Capture mode, the n

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 3-19Read CycleTimed CaptureRapid Capture Mode, Single CameraUsage:Timed Rapid Capture is useful in fast moving applica

3-20 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualCapture ModeCalculating Number of Captures in a Rapid Capture Application1. First calculate the distance between m

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 3-21Read CycleTriggered CaptureNotes on Triggered Capture Mode: 1. Trigger Mode <K200> must be set to Edge, Seri

3-22 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualCapture ModeContinuous CaptureContinuous CaptureUsage:Continuous Capture is useful in applications with slower lin

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 3-23Read CycleCapture TimingNote: Capture Timing applies only to Rapid Capture mode.Time Before 1st CaptureTime Before

3-24 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualCapture TimingTime Between CapturesNote: Number of Captures and number of delays (Time Between Captures) must be t

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 3-25Read CycleDual Camera SwitchingNote: The following options are only available when Active Camera is set to Dual.Im

viii Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualTable of ContentsStep 2 Preliminary Steps... 1

3-26 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualDual Camera SwitchingNumber of External Camera Captures Rapid Capture Mode ExamplesSince examples 1 and 2 are in R

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 3-27Read CycleContinuous Capture Mode ExamplesContinuous Capture mode is more involved due to the double buffering. Th

3-28 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualDual Camera SwitchingSwitching by TimeoutThe timeout mode specifies the time each camera is active before switchin

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 3-29Read CycleExample of Timeout in Rapid Capture Mode Since examples 5 is in Rapid Capture mode, the cameras will con

3-30 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualStore Noread ImageStore Noread ImageNote: Stored images will be lost whenever RAM is reset by re-powering or reset

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 4-14 SymbologiesContentsThis section describes the various symbol types that can be read and decoded by the Quadrus EZ

4-2 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualSymbologies by ESPSymbologies by ESPClick this button to bring up the Symbologies menu.To change a setting, double-

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 4-3SymbologiesSymbologies Serial CommandsData Matrix<K479,ECC 200 status,ECC 000 status,ECC 050 status,ECC 080 stat

4-4 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualData MatrixData MatrixECC 200ECC 000Usage:Very useful where information needs to be packed into a small area and/or

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 4-5SymbologiesECC 050ECC 080ECC 100ECC 140Definition: When enabled will decode ECC 050 symbols.Serial Cmd:<K479,ECC

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual ixIntroductionAbout the Quadrus EZ ReaderThe key features of the Quadrus EZ are:• A multi-function EZ button for locat

4-6 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualData MatrixECC 120Note: ECC 120 is a legacy symbol and NOT part of the ISO/IEC 16022 standard.ECC 130Note: ECC 130

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 4-7SymbologiesQR CodeUsage:Widely implemented in the automotive industry in Japan and throughout their worldwide suppl

4-8 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualCode 39Code 39Check Digit Status (Code 39)Check Digit Output Status (Code 39)Usage: Code 39 is considered the stand

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 4-9SymbologiesLarge Intercharacter Gap (Code 39)Fixed Symbol Length Status (Code 39)Fixed Symbol Length (Code 39)Usage

4-10 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualCode 39Full ASCII Set (Code 39)Usage:Must be enabled when reading characters outside the standard character set (0

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 4-11SymbologiesCode 128Fixed Symbol Length Status (Code 128)Fixed Symbol Length (Code 128)Note: Fixed Symbol Length St

4-12 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualBC412BC412Check Digit Output (BC412)Usage:It is widely used in the semi-conductor manufacturing and is particularl

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 4-13SymbologiesFixed Symbol Length Status (BC412)Fixed Symbol Length (BC412)Definition:When enabled the reader will ch

4-14 Quadrus EZ Reader User’s ManualInterleaved 2 of 5Interleaved 2 of 5Check Digit Status (Interleaved 2 of 5)Check Digit Output Status (Interleaved

Quadrus EZ Reader User’s Manual 4-15SymbologiesSymbol Length #1 (Interleaved 2 of 5)Symbol Length #2 (Interleaved 2 of 5)Usage:With I 2/5, two symbol