INTRODUCTION
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1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 PRODUCT
DESCRIPTION
The DS6500 is a high performance laser scanner in a complete range of industrial bar code
readers offering an innovative and modular solution in terms of reading performance,
connectivity and maintenance, in addition to a completely new hardware and software
platform.
The DS6500 has been specifically designed for simple installation, easy use and flexibility.
An innovative mechanical design together with the Datalogic patent pending Step-a-Head
TM
feature make it possible to rotate the reader head and the decoder base independently from
each other. Step-a-Head
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enables the DS6500 to always be installed in the ideal position,
by modifying the orientation of the connector panel while leaving the laser window in the
desired position. The need for space is minimized and installation is easier.
The DS6500 is based on the ASTRA™ technology which allows to switch electronically the
two laser diodes depending on the distance from the barcode. The real time depth of field
(DOF) provided by the DS6500 covers a wide set of applications, from the stand alone one to
the multisided tunnels conveyors.
The DS6500 can read all most popular bar codes even in the most difficult conditions, thanks
to a new generation decoder with StrongARM CPU and code reconstruction technology
(ACR™ 3).
This reader is also offered in a model with an integrated SW programmable oscillating mirror.
Great attention has been given to built-in connectivity for all market standards. Lonworks,
Profibus, Devicenet and Ethernet bus have been integrated in dedicated versions of the
decoder base.
Some of the main features of DS6500 are listed below:
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scanning speed up to 1200 scans/sec;
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2 serial communication interfaces
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reading all popular codes;
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supply voltage from 15 to 30 Vdc;
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electrical connection through connectors;
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high speed Lonworks connectivity for Master/Slave layout;
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built-in connectivity for Profibus, Devicenet and Ethernet;
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programmable in 5 different operating modes to suit the most various barcode reading
system requirements;
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light source: solid state laser diode; the light emitted has a wavelength between
630~680nm.
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IP64 protection class of the enclosure (not yet available for Ethernet models).
Manufacturing is the traditional industry for Auto-ID applications, with a market becoming
mature, standardized reading solutions and a tough competition. Manufacturing has been the
target industry since the very beginning of the new 6000 family with the DS6300. The
DS6500 makes possible to enlarge the market applications including Transportation &
Logistics industry, making wider the Business Opportunities scenario.
