Operating the MC50 2 - 17

Figure 2-12
Linear Scanner Aiming Pattern
Imager Scanning
1. Ensure that a scan enabled application is loaded on the mobile computer.
2. Aim the scan exit window at the bar code.
Figure 2-13
Imager Scanning
3. Press the scan button.
4. Place the bar code in any orientation within the aiming pattern. Ensure the entire symbol is within the
rectangular area formed by the brackets in the aiming pattern. The red laser aiming pattern turns on to
assist in aiming. LED 1 lights red to indicate that scanning is in process. LED 1 lights green and a beep
sounds, by default, to indicate the bar code was decoded successfully.
Figure 2-14
Imager Aiming Pattern: Bar Code Centered
Figure 2-15
Imager Aiming Pattern: Bar Code Not Centered
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Linear bar code PDF417 symbol
Symbol
View Finder
(Aiming Pattern)
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