Kodak A-61092 manual Using the Bar Code Reader

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Using the Bar Code Reader

The Bar Code Reader provides a hands-off method of data entry, eliminating the need to manually enter data found on document(s). Bar code image(s) are read, decoded, and converted to a data string of ASCII characters. The ASCII data string is placed in the image header which is sent to the host computer when scanning, or merged with the document image address and transmitted as a data record to a host computer for storage in a data library when filming.

During installation, modes are defined for use with specific applications. The Bar Code Reader may be enabled or disabled for each mode. In addition, the bar code type, number of bar codes-per-document, minimum bar code length (characters), and the distance between multiple bar codes are defined for each mode. Some of the features of the Bar Code Reader are:

∙Image processing (for dot matrix bar codes)

∙Scan directory (uni- or bi-directional reading)

∙Partial read (number of partial read characters) This User’s Guide:

∙explains what bar code types can be read and decoded by the Kodak Digital Science Bar Code Reader.

∙provides specifications that must be followed when placing bar codes on documents.

∙explains how to enable (or disable) bar code reading and the bar code confirmation tone.

∙explains how to perform a bar code test and how to use the four test options — Evaluate, Display, %Kodak, and %Norm.

∙provides information on how to evaluate test results.

For more detailed information about bar codes, see Kodak publication, Bar Code Made Easy, A-61099.

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Contents User’s Guide Page Page Introduction Scanner featuresScanner options September Rear view September Key/Indicator Operating keys and indicatorsFunction Keys/Indicators Next Turning on the scanner Getting StartedSelecting the language display Calibrating the scanner Unsuccessful calibration Preparing documents for scanningGap semi-automatic feeder only Adjusting the feed and separator rollerTurn the gap adjustment knob counterclockwise 2 1/2 turns Automatic feeder only Adjusting the feed shelf position semiSemi-automatic feeder only Adjusting the feed shelf side guidesFeed Shelf Label Adjusting the exit hopper side guides and end stop Changing the deflector Overview Operating the ScannerSelecting a mode Temporary operating values Feeding documents using the semi- automatic feeder Feeding thick documents Feeding documents using the automatic feeder Function Codes Using function codesFunction code summary Operation FootswitchScanning EndorserPatch Reader Super12 Document PrinterFunction Code Name CodeDescription F17 F18 F19 F20 F21 F22 F23 F34 F37 F38 F39 Code Function Code Name Enter F58 F59 F60 F62 F63 F64 F65 F66 F70 F71 F72 F73 F74 F75 F91 F92 F93 F94 F95 F96 F97 F98 F99 Cleaning tasks Cleaning materials Replacement parts MaintenanceCleaning the imaging guides Daily maintenance proceduresSeptember Roller cover Release lever Feed roller Separator roller Cleaning the feeder module and separator roller Cleaning the separator roller Cleaning the paper path Vacuuming inside the scanner September September Cleaning the exposure lamp housings Weekly maintenance proceduresCleaning the cabinet Cleaning the air filter Monthly maintenance proceduresReplacing the air filter Replacement proceduresReplacing the exposure lamps September Replacing the imaging guides Replacing the feeder module Replacing the feeder module and separator rollerReplacing the separator roller Ordering replacement parts Ordering cleaning materials Operator Messages Code Operator Message Displayed Operator message listingDescription/Action Required Code Code Code E281 E282 E285 E286 E291 E293 E294 E295 E296 E297 E298 Code Various messages Trouble and remedy chart TroubleshootingTrouble Probable CauseTrouble Document path Clearing the document pathClearing documents Feeder/horizontal transport area Imaging guide area Lower roller assembly area Vertical transport area Upper turn area Document exit area Accessories Supply Catalog # SuppliesImaging Station Lamps Supply Catalog # Part/Tool Parts and toolsUnited States and Canada Order Number All other regionsUsing the Bar Code Reader Code Type Bar code typesCharacter Set Available Characters in Set Start/Stop CharactersBar code placement Before you begin Enabling the bar code confirma- tion tone Enabling bar code readingPerforming a bar code test September Static bar code evaluation Using the Evaluate optionSelect 1=EVALUATE Select either 1=Transport Off or 2=Transport OnUsing the Imaging Station Cutting line 12.5 mm Dynamic bar code evaluation Evaluating test results Dimensional Fields Pass or FailGrade Field Pass 31 to Fail Reflectance Fields Grades a through FCommon Causes of Low Bar Code Ratings Field Problem TypeCause Using the %KODAK option Using the Display optionUsing the %NORM option September Using the check feeder Using the Check Feeder / Check StackerClearing jams in the check feeder Cleaning the check feeder Using the check stacker Die styles Using the EndorserBefore you begin Changing the die drum Endorser Locking lever Latch Endorser rotates to the right Die Spring clip Pry off at this edge Changing the ink roller Setting the date and code number Enabling Endorser Changing the print position Selecting the Endorser modeUsing the Footswitch Footswitch Pressed Action Enabling the confirmation tone Footswitch Pressed actionsFootswitch Pressed Definition Footswitch Released actionsFootswitch Released Action Patch types Using the Patch ReaderPatch code placement Positioning the Patch Reader Sensor Modes Appendix a Basic ConceptsLinked modes Image addresses Assigning an image address Using the Next key∙ Enter Using Function Code F92 Image address formats Indexing schemesSingle level indexing Two level indexing Image Address Three level indexing Three level offset indexing Level instruction Controlling document level changesDocument A G I N G