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SYMPTOMS POSSIBLE
CAUSE(S) SOLUTION
The unit powers
up, but does not
scan and/or beep.
The unit is scanning
a particular
symbology that is not
enabled.
UPC/EAN is enabled by default.
Verify that the type of bar code being read has been enabled.
The scanner has
been configured for a
character length lock,
or a minimum length
and the bar code
being scanned does
not satisfy the
configured criteria.
Verify that the bar code being scanned falls into the configured
criteria.
Typical of Non-UPC/EAN codes.
The scanner defaults to a minimum of 4 character bar code.
The unit scans a
bar code, but
locks up after the
first scan (the red
LED stays on).
The scanner is
configured to support
some form of host
handshaking but is
not receiving the
signal.
If the scanner is setup to support ACK/NAK, RTS/CTS,
XON/XOFF or D/E, verify that the host cable and host are
supporting the handshaking properly.
The unit scans,
but the data
transmitted to the
host is incorrect.
The scanner’s data
format does not
match the host
system
requirements.
Verify that the scanner’s data format matches the host systems
requirements. Make sure that the scanner is connected to the
proper host port.
The unit beeps for
some bar codes
and NOT for
others of the same
bar code
symbology.
The print quality of
the bar code is
suspect. Check the print mode. The type of printer could be the
problem. Change print settings. For example change the print
mode to
econo or high speed.
Check the character
length lock.
The aspect ratio of
the bar code is out of
tolerance.