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Barcodes
Barcode Scanner Specification
The Hal Tester can be used with barcodes and barcode scanners,
readers or wands. These connect to the serial (RS232) connector. The
required configuration is as follows: -
Baud Rate:
9600
Start Bits:
2
Data Bits
8
Stop Bits:
2
Parity:
None
Inter-character Delay:
20ms
When to use a Barcode Scanner
Barcodes can be scanned at the following points: -
•
Entering a Testcode as part of an Automatic Test or Test Setting
Editor
•
Selecting Test type
•
Entering Product number, changing User, Site or Location
•
Entering Comments and where text is needed.
Interfacing
The Tester provides three interfacing ports: -
For connection to a PC, printer or Barcode Reader
To avoid any problems during download, ensure that leads are
undamaged and correctly wired.
The Connector pin-outs for Serial ports are shown below: -
Parallel - The Hal features a serial port. However a serial to parallel
adapter is available to allow interface with parallel ports. See
accessories in Chapter 6.
