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Chapter 5
Scanning Control
Scanning can be controlled through two different methods, “scanning using the trigger switch” (
), or “scanning
using software control” (
). “Scanning using the trigger switch” enables the user to scan by operating the trigger
switch. (Excludes continuous reading modes 1 and 2)
With “scanning using software control,” however, the trigger switch is not pulled, rather control commands for Active state,
Ready state etc. are sent from a computer or other control device. “Scanning using software control” cannot be used when
HID (Human Interface Device Profile) is selected.
In addition to these, auto sensing mode (includes auto stand mode) can also be used (refer to
5.1 Scanning Using the Trigger Switch
Pulling the trigger switch illuminates the illumination light and puts the scanner in the Active state. The six types of trigger
switch operation modes are as follows: Using the QR-coded parameter menu or configuration software (ScannerSetting_2D)
select the operating mode in accordance with your objective.
(1) Auto-off Mode
The scanner enters the Active state while the trigger switch is pulled. Two settings for the duration of the Active state,
“normal” and “one shot,” are available. Make a selection in the configuration software (ScannerSetting_2D).
- Normal
The scanner automatically returns to the Ready state when scanning is successfully completed, or after approximately five
seconds have elapsed with the trigger switch pulled.
If the trigger switch is released before five seconds have elapsed, the scanner returns to the Ready state.
- One shot
The scanner only remains in the Active state for the one shot setting duration once the trigger switch is pulled.
The one shot setting duration can be set using the configuration software (ScannerSetting_2D).
(2) Momentary Switching Mode
The scanner enters the Active state only while the trigger switch is pulled, and returns to the Ready state when the trigger
switch is released.
(3) Momentary Switching Mode (Reverse type)
The scanner enters the Ready state only while the trigger switch is pulled, and returns to the Active state when the trigger
switch is released.
(4) Alternate Switching Mode
The scanner switches between the Active state and the Ready state every time the trigger switch is pulled.
(5) Continuous Reading Mode 1
When turned on, the scanner illumination light comes on and the scanner goes into the Active state. All trigger switch
functions are ignored.
The scanner enters the Ready state when it receives a “Z”, “READOFF” or “LOFF” command, and enters the Active state
when it receives an “R”, “READON” or “LON” command.
Using the configuration software (ScannerSetting_2D), the user can select whether to send an “ERROR” command to the host
unit when the scanner enters the Ready state after failing to complete the scan while in Active state.
