Symbol LS 1220, Product Reference Manual

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LS 1220 Product Reference Guide
Overview
The LS 1220, is a compact reliable miniaturized scanner that features durable construction
(die-cast metal housing) and uses Symbol’s revolutionary patented mylar scan element
(with no friction or wear for the highest reliability). Ideal for use as a fixed-mount scanner or
embedded scan module it is intended for OEM equipment integration and it uses a RS-
232C host interface. The LS1220 generates visible laser and provides for ease and
flexiblity in bar code scanning integration.
Symbol’s state-of-the-art laser technology provides the highest first read rates, accuracy, a
wide decode zone, and excellent reliability.
Available versions include:
• LS 1220-I300A Standard Version on page 3-1
• LS 1220WA-I300A Wide Angle on page 4-1
• LS 1220VHD-I300A Very High Density on page 5-1.
The models are functionally similar, with the exception of the decode zones.
See LS 1220-I300A Standard Range Decode Zone on page 3-5, LS 1220WA-I300A
Decode Zone (Typical) on page 4-5, and LS 1220VHD-I300A Decode Zone (Typical) on
page 5-5. These scanners read bar codes printed on all substrates.
Typical Applications
The LS 1220 Wide Angle Scan Engine features a broad 60° scan angle to accommodate
larger bar codes within extremely close range. The LS1220WA is ideal for high-volume,
near-contact scanning such as Kiosks, ATM, Lottery Machines and other applications that
require superior scanning performance in a complete package. The LS 1220 scan modules
are also ideal for embedded applications such as chemical and blood analyzers, automated
medical test and processing equipment, and many other automated data entry devices
including Lottery Terminals. When used as a fixed-mount scanner, the LS 1220 modules
are ideal for, library, document tracking, manufacturing and warehousing applications.