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 Copyright © REA Elektronik 

REA ScanCheck 3n

 

 

V 1.2.0   24/02/2020 

 

REA

 

VERIFIER

 

5.  

Press the “Browse device” button and select the Scancheck 3 device. 

 

Press the “Start update” button. 

 
6. 

Please wait for the ScanCheck 3 device to restart (approx. 6 minutes). The device can 
restart in the middle of the update procedure and resume the update. Once the update is 
complete, a restart also takes place and the device then enters normal operating mode 
again. 

 
7. 

Adjust and recalibrate the ScanCheck 3 device for 6 mil and 20 mil. 

 
 

3.8  Network installation 

 
In company networks that are heavily administered or are subject to a high level of security 
precautions, previously unknown network devices must undergo an authorisation procedure. This 
authorisation procedure can be long and complex. In such cases, the use of a computer with two 
gigabit network interfaces is recommended. Then connection diagram 2 for the REA ScanCheck 3n 
applies, as described below. With the second network interface, such a computer is connected to 
the company network. 
 
The following different network configurations exist. 
 
 

3.8.1 

Connection via “DHCP” server in the network 

 

 

If there is a DHCP server in the network, the PC is connected with the installed REA TransWin32 
software and the REA ScanCheck 3n through this network.  
In the factory settings of the REA ScanCheck 3n, both the REA ScanCheck 3n and the PC get their 
network settings automatically from a DHCP server in the network.  
 
The power supply unit of the REA ScanCheck 3n (PoE power supply unit) is connected via the 

Data IN

” socket to a network socket in the room by means of the supplied network cable.  

Then the RJ 

45 interface socket on the REA ScanCheck 3n is connected to the “

Data & Power 

OUT

” socket on the power supply unit with the second supplied network cable.  

In this constellation, the PC is already connected to the same network via a separate cable.  
Attention: In this case, only the supplied cables or so-called patch cables but not network cables 
with crossed lines (also referred to as crossover cables) are allowed to be used.  
The connection diagram corresponds to the figure below “Direct connection with patch cable or 
Ethernet cable”.  
In this constellation, the PC must already be otherwise connected to the network; or else it must be 
connected to another (3rd) network cable, also with a network socket.  
If only one network socket exists at the workplace, it is best to split up the devices by means of an 
Ethernet switch. The connection diagram corresponds to the figure below “Connection with 
Ethernet switch”. The grey network cable on the Ethernet switch shown there creates, in this 
configuration, the connection to the company network. 
 
 

 

Summary of Contents for ScanCheck 3n

Page 1: ...User manual REA ScanCheck 3n Version 1 20 Status 24 02 2020...

Page 2: ...wed to make the documentation available in electronic form to all users in in house networks Although this documentation was created with the utmost care and diligence some information may be incorrec...

Page 3: ...REA Elektronik REA ScanCheck 3n V 1 2 0 24 02 2020 REA VERIFIER Document change history Version Date Description Author 1 10 2010 08 Successor version ScanCheck 3n update S Liebler 1 20 2019 09 24 Com...

Page 4: ...in Logout 22 3 3 7 7 Save system information device data to USB 22 3 3 8 8 Slide show 22 3 3 9 Switching on again after a power failure 22 3 4 Changing pre settings on the REA ScanCheck 3n 23 3 4 1 St...

Page 5: ...3N 55 5 1 Handling the REA ScanCheck 3n 56 5 2 Using the pressure plates 58 5 3 Measuring bar codes for the first time 59 5 3 1 Quick display with LED and acoustic signal 60 5 3 2 Evaluation accordin...

Page 6: ...13 MSI Code Additional test criteria optional code types 85 5 6 1 3 1 14 Measuring program 85 5 6 1 3 2 3 Settings Sub menu 2 Aperture 85 5 6 1 3 3 3 Settings Sub menu 3 Evaluation 86 5 6 1 3 4 3 Sett...

Page 7: ...f the operating company 108 8 5 Obligations of the user 108 8 6 Intended use 109 8 7 Recycling 109 9 CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMITY 110 10 EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 111 11 CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMITY FOR...

Page 8: ...as well as the distance between the device and test specimen If the conditions change variable non comparable measurement results are the outcome A measurement result can provide information on quali...

Page 9: ...insert optional transport case Four rechargeable Mignon NiMH batteries size AA These are already mounted in the device Options only available when listed on the delivery slip Software options REA Tran...

Page 10: ...0065 Carrying case Hard shell case with moulded parts for the safe and secure storage of the device and accessories article 030 003 900 As a spare part EAN UPC calibrated test card article 030 007 340...

Page 11: ...sories should be operated at a dedicated low dust test station and only in compliance with the operating instructions provided Please refer to chapter 5 Operating the REA ScanCheck 3n in this regard T...

Page 12: ...of this information on your delivery notes and always refer to it when corresponding with REA Elektronik or an authorised system or service partner If the device is already in operation it is possible...

Page 13: ...perate and later service the device Prior to any maintenance work or other interventions switch off the device and pull the power supply Cleaning Clean the housing only with a damp not wet cloth Only...

Page 14: ...Operating Manual Page 14 116 Copyright REA Elektronik REA ScanCheck 3n V 1 2 0 24 02 2020 REA VERIFIER 2 2 Electrical hazards The verifier itself comes under the extra low voltage category...

Page 15: ...3n must be used only according to the intended use and operated only when it is in perfect condition in terms of safety and security Faults that impair safety must be eliminated immediately see Chapt...

Page 16: ...ng reflex of the eyelid in less than 0 25 seconds As an immediate safety requirement it suffices not to look consciously into the beam Irradiation of the eye through bypassing the natural protective r...

Page 17: ...be used to recharge the batteries An additional network cable from the Data In connection on the PoE to the PC facilitates data communication via the network on which the REA TransWin32 software is b...

Page 18: ...the mains power supply The charging time with empty rechargeable batteries is at least 4 hours Whilst charging is taking place the green LED on the right beneath the display labelled charge lights up...

Page 19: ...operation the rechargeable batteries will be charged when the mains power supply is connected The included PoE power supply unit is connected to the mains with the included network cable Power supply...

Page 20: ...he OK Enter button It is also possible to press the number keys 1 8 corresponding with the numbers in front of the menu items in order to initiate the desired function immediately 3 3 1 1 Sleep mode p...

Page 21: ...mmand sequence 1 OK Enter The restart takes a number of seconds The REA ScanCheck 3n can also be switched off completely from this menu with the button sequence ON OK Enter If a software update is exe...

Page 22: ...artment of REA by email if necessary 3 3 8 8 Slide show This menu is primarily intended for demo purposes Here it is possible to set the performance of automatic measurements at certain intervals and...

Page 23: ...d without implementing further settings To enter the configuration menu it is necessary to press the Setup button In order to implement basic and other individual pre settings for operation with the d...

Page 24: ...for all optional parameters Optional parameters PCS Off Bar mean value space E value P value Display Ratio quiet zones On Size Z module On Size Display MF CPI Off Selected class Only parameters with...

Page 25: ...which basic settings can be implemented Please refer to chapter 5 6 1 3 4 2 Device configure 2 Output parameters for details 3 5 Operating REA ScanCheck 3n with report printer The REA ScanCheck 3n ve...

Page 26: ...t intended 3 6 Operating the REA ScanCheck 3n with REA TransWin32 Please refer to the TransWin32 manual in this regard 3 6 1 General information on the software installation With the REA TransWin32 so...

Page 27: ...1 Administrator rights are required Administrator rights are required for the installation of the software and the configuration on the PC If the user account does not have administrator rights the i...

Page 28: ...ry All users is used This general user directory must be usable for all users without administrator rights The safest and smoothest installation alternative makes the user account the administrator fo...

Page 29: ...4 REA verifier model is used ScanCheck 3n The REA ScanCheck 3n REA verifier model is used MLV 2D The REA MLV 2D REA verifier model is used VeriCube The REA VeriCube REA verifier model is used The ADB...

Page 30: ...of the logged in user is used as data storage In this case the data is stored separately for each user The settings and calibration data are stored on the device They are always available to all users...

Page 31: ...installed in the program directory or under program files X86 indicates that there is a 32 bit program and no 64 bit program The path C ProgramData is the storage location for installation related an...

Page 32: ...completion of the installation It offers the possibility of displaying a readme txt file with up to date information Depending on which type of installation was selected the following icons can then...

Page 33: ...mer for the purpose of updating their devices REA therefore makes the latest respective versions available to download on the internet in the support area The address is https support rea verifier de...

Page 34: ...3 7 1 Updating the device from the USB stick with GUI 1 Copy update files scripts run and runsc3 and update file update rvu approx 13 MB to the root directory of a USB memory stick It is recommended...

Page 35: ...on 6 Confirm with the OK ENTER button 5 Please wait for the ScanCheck 3n to restart approx 6 minutes The device can restart in the middle of the update procedure and resume the update Once the update...

Page 36: ...enters normal operating mode again 6 Recalibrate the ScanCheck 3 device for 6 mil and 20 mil 3 7 4 Updating the device with TransWin32 1 Switch on the ScanCheck 3 device Close sleep mode low power mod...

Page 37: ...sWin32 software and the REA ScanCheck 3n through this network In the factory settings of the REA ScanCheck 3n both the REA ScanCheck 3n and the PC get their network settings automatically from a DHCP...

Page 38: ...this the connection is possible after the creation of the cable connection and a short waiting time The waiting time is due to the fact that the PC initially looks for a DHCP server and only gives up...

Page 39: ...suitable RJ45 network socket close to the measuring location red arrow 3 8 4 Connection with default IP address If a connection to a default IP address is to be made the IT administration must specify...

Page 40: ...ultaneously and in parallel with the computer network The connection corresponds with the connection described under Connection via DHCP server in the network or Connection with default IP address wit...

Page 41: ...network address is set as standard to DHCP ON and Zero ON Only if a fixed IP is to be assigned manually can this be changed directly on the device via Setup 3 Settings 4 Device configure 5 Net configu...

Page 42: ...hen a so called IP address conflict would come into being The DHCP server must prevent such errors The subnet mask also consists of 4 blocks with values between 0 and 255 A common variant is 255 255 2...

Page 43: ...directional light sources lead to incorrect measurement results It is possible to check whether renewed adjustment is necessary with a change in location For this purpose adjustment is carried out at...

Page 44: ...d calibration history that the card remains usable The cards will not be recertified by the manufacturer because these are usually no longer serviceable after this usability period has expired due to...

Page 45: ...n be selected from the set up menu The button sequence Setup with the arrow keys Adjust calibrate and OK Enter or the buttons Setup and 2 opens the Calibration input window The display for the basic s...

Page 46: ...tor rights Before proceeding with adjustment it is necessary to enter the values from the calibration card Each card has been individually gauged Each card therefore has its own values The values are...

Page 47: ...he screen shows a roughly horizontal line in the white field If the white field shows something else see figures above this may be due to the following causes 1 The device is not correctly positioned...

Page 48: ...e at a 90 angle The display shows a reflection curve of the EAN code and to the right of this a part of the zebra stripe pattern For the 20mil adjustment it is necessary to observe chapter 4 4 If the...

Page 49: ...justment process for the aperture 20 mil is the same as that for the 6 8 and 10 mil apertures The only difference is that the process is concluded with metric fine adjustment with the larger EAN code...

Page 50: ...re is included in the evaluation The REA Scancheck 3n must be adjusted regularly in accordance with chapter 4 3 or 4 4 For calibration the test code on the calibration card see chapter 4 2 is measured...

Page 51: ...T etc than with that of the REA calibration card which is based on them 4 6 Permitted device tolerances The individual values of the control measurements must be compared with the corresponding measu...

Page 52: ...ty we refer to these two values on the test reports as percentages The corresponding tolerance values are therefore 8 In the event that the tolerances for decodability and or defects are exceeded the...

Page 53: ...tages The corresponding tolerance values are therefore 8 In the event that the tolerances for decodability and or defects are exceeded the device must be inspected and serviced at the manufacturer Oth...

Page 54: ...Operating Manual Page 54 116 Copyright REA Elektronik REA ScanCheck 3n V 1 2 0 24 02 2020 REA VERIFIER Measured values on the reference test report...

Page 55: ...escribes the operation and handling of the REA ScanCheck 3n All operating steps for the TransWin32 analysis software are explained in the TransWin32 operating manual they will not be repeated in this...

Page 56: ...roportion of red infra red light to light types with a low proportion of red infra red light e g the change from daylight to neon light 6 An area of approx 30 cm should be kept clear in front of the R...

Page 57: ...e user Implausible measurements e g when the device was moved during the measuring process must be weeded out 16 ATTENTION Never hold the device as shown in the image on the left below This will resul...

Page 58: ...d black 5 reflection maximum Transparent or partially transparent plastic sheets that have a white printed field behind the bar code can also show varying measurement results if these plastic sheets a...

Page 59: ...and calibration After switching on the REA ScanCheck 3n the system requires approx 15 seconds to initialise the programs Only then does the main screen appear with the following information Name of t...

Page 60: ...e detailed results Scrolling takes place by pressing the arrow keys 5 3 1 Quick display with LED and acoustic signal The three middle LEDs directly below the name indicate the measuring result as a qu...

Page 61: ...et value and the classes attained here The respective bar is always coloured green if it was possible to reach or surpass the selected class The respective bar is coloured red if it was not possible t...

Page 62: ...pter 5 6 1 3 3 5 3 2 4 7th screen page Error list The error list from the measurement results A list contains all errors of the evaluation In this example an element determination error was detected a...

Page 63: ...h a selection of four different aperture settings The three apertures 6 8 and 10 mil are always available The 20 mil aperture is only optionally available and requires connection of the mechanical 20...

Page 64: ...respective application as listed in the various tables in chapter 5 10 3 of the GS1 specification The same tables are also used for the module size settings of the code type code selection in the men...

Page 65: ...nning beam from the REA ScanCheck 3n being insufficient in the aperture settings 6 8 or 10 mil In this case such codes can only be measured with the large 20 mil measuring aperture 5 4 1 Measuring ape...

Page 66: ...heres at this point without tools Only once the adapter is correctly fitted can the device be switched automatically to the optional operating mode 20 mil Additionally it is also necessary to shift th...

Page 67: ...multicoloured lettering The most important buttons are coloured red Many buttons have 2 and in some cases even 3 different functions assigned to them The various functions are context sensitive i e th...

Page 68: ...easuring result is displayed this button is used to store the current measurement with the pre set file name format directly in the internal flash memory If the user is on the screen pages in the set...

Page 69: ...start screen or an evaluation screen shows a previous measurement 0 button Enter the numeric value 0 and further special characters in the active input field if the device is in set up mode 5 5 2 Butt...

Page 70: ...n be found in the article database the intended data contents are shown on the display If the number sequence entered cannot be found in the article database the error message article not found is iss...

Page 71: ...er the REA ScanCheck 3n also has setting menus that enable the comprehensive individual setting of all device parameters All setting functions can be called up by pressing the Set up button If the REA...

Page 72: ...Print S Alternatively the measurement report selected in this way is displayed with the PC software REA TransWin32 Show shows the top measuring report marked in the display of the REA ScanCheck 3n onc...

Page 73: ...ingle select enables the selection of single code families or individual code types With this it is possible to ensure that only the single activated code will be checked and evaluated All other codes...

Page 74: ...490 499 If this is the case the code type is not identified as EAN 13 but rather as JAN 13 Changing the GS1 module size In the GS1 General Specifications the code sizes are specified depending on the...

Page 75: ...nstore code is only valid within a company An instore code is uniquely identified by the first digit 2 in the code This also applies to the UPC A code If a UPC A Code is decoded as an EAN code the UPC...

Page 76: ...code types With the introduction of a new character set for the left half of the code it became possible to encrypt the 13th character here in the 6 characters The value of the 13th character is dete...

Page 77: ...gorithm A conventional bar code scanner is always capable of displaying and evaluating the extended 12 character code format of a normal 12 digit UPC A code if a 6 digit UPC E code is read Here it is...

Page 78: ...ffset The identifiers AI 12 15 and AI 17 only have two positive offsets Here it is possible to enter one top and one bottom date value in the future see example further below The permissible time fram...

Page 79: ...er contents from the individual code words This type of encryption is more efficient than the classic types of linear bar code and leads to less space being required for the presentation of the code s...

Page 80: ...er than DataBar and is used for the GTIN With this code type it is only possible to adjust the module size 5 6 1 3 1 7 The code 39 family 5 6 1 3 1 7 1 Code 39 Code 32 Additional test criteria Code 39...

Page 81: ...he structure test selection field This is also the factory setting HIBC is the abbreviation for Health Industry Bar Code HIBC refers on the one hand to a standard for a special application of a servic...

Page 82: ...article number is depicted for use in a pharmacy PZN is the abbreviation for the German phrase Pharma Zentral Nummer in English Pharma Central Number This type of code does not have any additional sel...

Page 83: ...was developed to obtain codes with a higher coding density i e many characters in a small space Activation of the check box Check digit Modulo 10 enables testing of the check digit per Modulo10 or fo...

Page 84: ...o it is possible to switch on testing of the check digit per Modulo 10 5 6 1 3 1 12 Pharma Code Plessey Code Additional test criteria optional code types REA bar code verifiers use the specifications...

Page 85: ...riteria optional code types The MSI code is a purely binary code type and is used in the BeNeLux countries for coding article numbers in the pharmacy sector Plessey code and the MSI code are similar t...

Page 86: ...to the next screen page by guiding the cursor to the Next field and pressing the OK Enter button On the first menu screen for evaluation it is possible to implement the most important basic settings S...

Page 87: ...he third menu screen for evaluation it is possible to specify whether or which optional parameter should be displayed If the ON field is selected this parameter will be displayed and included in the e...

Page 88: ...ing on the code type although with 4 different name designations Z Module This is the measured module width in a bar code This is unique size information in m for all bar code symbologies Size If the...

Page 89: ...connection to the PC or printer In the PC application REA TransWin32 it is possible to automatically re establish the connection to the REA ScanCheck 3 Sleep after min specifies the time after which t...

Page 90: ...e after a prompt that appears following every measurement confirm to save or only after manual storage via the Store button at the set storage location Select device for saving measurements Saving can...

Page 91: ...y pressing the OK button it is then possible to call up the currently displayed input mask with order number directly after every measurement by pressing the OK Enter button With this short cut the us...

Page 92: ...sary to implement any further network configuration because this can usually take place automatically The three different network connection types and their assigned IP addresses as well as the unique...

Page 93: ...lts in the PC software REA TransWin32 and its printout The detailed report long report is only printed out if the Print L button is pressed On this first screen it is possible to deactivate the parame...

Page 94: ...at should be compared with the measured code contents it is possible to 1 accept the most recently scanned code contents in the field below To do so mark the field load current code content and press...

Page 95: ...ettings Sub menu 9 Languages For a detailed description of this function please refer to chapter 3 4 2 Changing the menu language selectionFehler Verweisquelle konnte nicht gefunden werden 5 6 1 4 Set...

Page 96: ...function TransWin32 it is also possible to operate the REA ScanCheck 3n via the computer software TransWin32 Please refer to the TransWin32 manual in this regard All settings independently implemented...

Page 97: ...Operating Manual Page 97 116 Copyright REA Elektronik REA ScanCheck 3n V 1 2 0 24 02 2020 REA VERIFIER...

Page 98: ...tomers for example and requires different verifier configurations for the various customers In order to avoid these configurations being entered again manually every time it is possible to save indivi...

Page 99: ...status device state must be set to Connected as marked in green above Profiles are now edited via the Manage profiles button The left column shows the list of profiles currently stored on the device...

Page 100: ...store with the Save button For back up purposes profiles can also be exported to a safe storage location or imported from here into the profile management 5 8 2 User management with the Service Tool U...

Page 101: ...thout a password Whether adjustment is possible without a password depends on the setting in the adjustment menu see chapter 4 3 Adjustment of the measuring apertures 6 8 and 10 milFehler Verweisquell...

Page 102: ...he password protection is enabled e g carry out measurements select profile etc The name of the logged in user is stored in a log file additionally to the actions like adjustment and creating deleting...

Page 103: ...e Admin Default user become invisible i e it does not appear in the user list any more With Delete users all users can be removed except the one with which you are working at the time The password can...

Page 104: ...MC card Operating system ElinOS Embedded Linux operating system Optional software expansions with comparator function article database32 TransWin32 for transferring the codes to a PC and for remote co...

Page 105: ...lied Clean the lens and laser outlet window with a special cloth for optical lenses only Rechargeable battery maintenance 6 1 Technical data power supply unit Input voltage 100 240 V AC 50 60 Hz max 0...

Page 106: ...the device The shipment is to be insured for the value of the device Following the repair under guarantee REA Elektronik GmbH or the respective representative will return the device to the address of...

Page 107: ...azardous situation that can result in injuries or property damage if not avoided Warning against dangerous electric voltage is marked with this symbol Warning against laser beams This symbol indicates...

Page 108: ...is symbol indicates the direction of possible reflections of the laser beam Information This symbol indicates useful additional information that can improve ease of use and improve the production proc...

Page 109: ...th when operating the verifier Warranty and liability claims for personal injury are excluded if they were caused by one or more of the following Disregard for the precautionary measures described in...

Page 110: ...ncludes Complying with all instructions in this Operating Manual especially the safety instructions Regular inspection of the condition of the device regarding correctness of connectors plugs cables s...

Page 111: ...red at our aforementioned production facility complies with the following standard ISO IEC 15426 1 Automatic identification and data capture techniques Bar Code Verifier conformance specification Part...

Page 112: ...heck 3n mit folgenden Bestimmungen with applicable regulations below est conforme aux dispositions suivantes valables en la mati re EU Richtlinien EC Directives Dir ctives CE EMC Directive 2014 30 EU...

Page 113: ...toring The REA ScanCheck 3n must be checked regularly every 4 to 8 weeks within the framework of test equipment monitoring This should take place with the aid of the reference codes on this calibratio...

Page 114: ...arks and brand names 14Licence conditions END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT for the use of this application program hereinafter referred to as software from the company REA Elektronik GmbH Teichwiesenstrasse...

Page 115: ...the software on multiple computers The device complete with hardware and software can for example be sold as a used product The buyer shall then be bound by the terms stated in this chapter 14 2 Limit...

Page 116: ...vironmental damage 14 5 Liability The user makes use of the program entirely at their own risk REA shall not be liable for damages caused or endured by the user or third parties as a result of using o...

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