MTS Systems TFIR-31LAN series, Operation Manual

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1 Overview
(1) TFIR-31LAN series image reader is fixed mount (stationary type) image reader capable
of reading both linear (1D) bar codes and two-dimensional (2D) codes. These units
incorporate the most innovative digital camera technologies, related image recognition,
and processing software. The image reader can read both 1D and 2D symbols, with auto
discrimination of symbol type and omni-directional (360-degree rotation) reading. This
manual may also refer to 1-dimensional and 2-dimensional barcodes as “symbols”.
(2) The TFIR-31LAN series image reader has RS232C and Ethernet (10BASE-T) interface,
and can be connected easily to a Windows PC.
Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7 are supported.
z Windows is a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States or
other countries.
z If the image reader does not work in your system environment with Windows PC, please contact
your local sales representative.
(3) The TFIR-31LAN series image reader incorporates functionality to read DPM symbols
(Direct part marking symbols) which are printed directly on objects such as Laser marking
and Dot Peen Marking.
Image Preprocessing:
This function uses MARS TOHKEN SOLUTION’s latest image processing
algorithms to improve deteriorated pictures to provide the user with the best
reading performance.
Table Mode:
Combining multiple functions (Shutter Speed, Gain, Image Processing, etc),
this function executes the image capture and image processing automatically
in the order appointed to maximum of 8 configurations.
(4) If there are any difficulties configuring the input SYNC signal to a proper timing, please
use the MAXIMG function to continuously capture images during the configuration period.