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Scanning Configuration Problems

One common problem is incorrect conﬁ guration setup. You may be trying

to read a bar code with the check digit enabled, but the bar code was printed

without it. The default settings for the reader are the most frequently-used

parameters. If these work, use them. That way, when someone inadvertently

changes the settings, they can be reset by entering the return to default codes.

If you must use different settings, it is advisable to make a master sheet with

the desired conﬁ guration keystrokes in the proper order. The operator can

then enter them in sequential order to conﬁ gure the reader as desired.

1. Is the bar code properly positioned on the card?

The reader is designed for a bar code centered 0.49” (12.5 mm) from the bot-

tom of the card.

2. Is the bar code printed in good quality (and straight)?

3. Does the bar code have a security tape or mask covering it?

If so, be sure to use a model with an infra red light source.

4. Is the proper bar code symbology enabled?

Each symbology can be individually enabled or disabled. It is sometimes

desirable to enable only those that will be used, thereby eliminating any errors

due to the operator scanning the wrong bar code symbol.

5. Do the selected bar code symbology format options match the symbol?

The scanned data from each bar code symbology can be restricted to elimi-

nate the scanning of unwanted symbols. The restrictions are individually set

for each symbology.

6. Is the desired track on the magnetic stripe enabled?

7. Does the output data format match the requirements of the application

software?

8. Has the magnetic stripe been encoded in a standard format?

Finally, if the reader gives the correct LED and beep indications but no data is

transmitted to the host, check the cable connection.

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