Symbol Series 6800, Product Reference Manual

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Operating the Series 68XX
Scanning
Before scanning can occur, the terminal must be running an application that supports bar
code scanning. The terminal must also be programmed to scan the type of bar code you want,
such as Universal Product Code (UPC) or Code 3 of 9. For information on scanning
applications and on programming the scanner, refer to the Series 3000 ADK.
Entering Data Using the Laser Scanner
1. Pull the trigger on the handle to power on the 68XX and laser scanner. The Scan LED
turns red if scanning is enabled and the laser is on.
2. Point the 68XX at a slight angle to the bar code and pull the trigger.
Figure 5-2. Scanning with the 68XX
3. Ensure that the scan beam crosses all bars and spaces on the bar code symbol, as
shown below. Do not hold the scanner directly over the bar code.
Optimal scanning distance varies with bar code density and scanner optics, but more
combinations work within 4 to 10 inches.
4. If the decode is successful, the screen displays the code and the Scan LED flashes red.
The terminal may also beep.
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