COULTER HmX Hematology Analyzer, Reference Manual

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PN 4237523A 7-5
BAR-CODE SPECIFICATIONS
BAR-CODE DECODER
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7.3 BAR-CODE DECODER
Normal Operation
HmX Hematology Analyzer
HmX Hematology Analyzer with Autoloader
Start/Stop Output N/A Enabled /Disabled N/A N/A
Narrow Margins Enabled /Disabled Enabled /Disabled Enabled /Disabled Enabled /Disabled
Table 7.3 Bar-Code Reader Settings and Defaults (Continued)
Feature Interleaved 2 of 5 Codabar/NW7 Code 39 Code 128
The decoder
r
Turns the scanner ON for a maximum of 1 second.
r
Decodes information from the scanner.
r
Beeps.
r
Turns the scanner OFF.
r
Transmits the decoded data (or no read message) to the sample handler.
The sample handler
r
Flashes the green light to signal you to place the sample tube in the entry slot.
The decoder
r
Turns the scanner ON for a maximum of 1.5 seconds.
r
Decodes information from the scanner.
r
Turns the scanner OFF.
r
Transmits the decoded data (or no read message) to the sample handler.
IMPORTANT Use bar-code labels with checksum capabilities; checksums verify the number is correct.
Also, whenever possible, enable the fixed-length option as another way of ensuring a correct reading. Using
these two methods minimizes any chance of misidentification.