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Chapter 2 Programming

Overview

Before programming, follow the instructions beginning on page 1-2
The LS 3603 is programmed by scanning appropriate bar codes. The bar codes
are arranged in RS-232C, Wand and Synapse sections. Not all of the available
parameters necessarily apply to your specific host systems. If, for example, the
selected host is a wand emulator, and you enable Baud Rate, the parameter
will be ignored until such time as a host recognizing that parameter is selec ted.
You can program any parameter, regardless of the mode you're in. For
example, if you are in the Wand mode, you can still program Synapse and
RS-232C parameters. When you switch from one mode to another, stored
parameters remain unchanged. That means you can switch back and forth
between RS-232C, Wand and Synapse modes without having to re-program
the scanner.
Consult the Parameter Descriptions section beginn ing on page 2-3 for
explanations of parameter types. A table of features supported by each host
type begins on page 2-17.
There are separate defaults for each mode, and one for All Defaults. If the
default values suit your requirements, all you need to do is scan the
appropriate Set Default bar code. Parameters other tha n default values can
be set by scanning sequences of bar codes. Parameter Menus contain all the
bar codes necessary to program the scanner for each parameter selection.
Regardless of whether or not you change defaults, if you select RS-232C or Wand
mode, you must then select a host type. If you are using a Synapse Smart Cable,
the host type will automatically be selected for you when you plug in the
cable.
Remember to look at the top of the page to see whether the bar codes apply to
RS-232C, Wand or Synapse parameters.