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... Flex Stand (PN 46-00709 12 Components 12 Assembly...13 Optional Fixed Mount 14 Scanner Operation Default Modes of Operation 15 Scanning with the Manual Activation Mode 15 Maintenance 15 Indicators Audible ...16 Visual ...17 Failure Modes 18 Configuration Modes 19 Upgrading the Flash ROM Firmware 20 Depth of Field ...21 IR...
... Flex Stand (PN 46-00709 12 Components 12 Assembly...13 Optional Fixed Mount 14 Scanner Operation Default Modes of Operation 15 Scanning with the Manual Activation Mode 15 Maintenance 15 Indicators Audible ...16 Visual ...17 Failure Modes 18 Configuration Modes 19 Upgrading the Flash ROM Firmware 20 Depth of Field ...21 IR...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Troubleshooting Guide 24 Design Specifications Operational...27 Mechanical ...28 Electrical...28 Environmental 28 Scanner and Cable Terminations Scanner Pinout Connections 29 Cable Connector Configurations 30 Limited Warranty 32 Regulatory Compliance Safety ...33 EMC ...34 Patents ...36 Index ...37 Contact Information and Office Locations 39 iii
TABLE OF CONTENTS Troubleshooting Guide 24 Design Specifications Operational...27 Mechanical ...28 Electrical...28 Environmental 28 Scanner and Cable Terminations Scanner Pinout Connections 29 Cable Connector Configurations 30 Limited Warranty 32 Regulatory Compliance Safety ...33 EMC ...34 Patents ...36 Index ...37 Contact Information and Office Locations 39 iii
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...Scanner model is configurable for Keyboard Emulation Mode, Bi-Directional USB Serial Emulation Mode, or IBM OEM. The VoyagerGS provides an aggressive solution for scanning all standard 1D bar codes in a new ergonomic form factor that maximizes comfort and reduces fatigue. The default setting is Keyboard Emulation Mode. 1 INTRODUCTION Product Overview Metrologic's MS9590 VoyagerGS...™ is the newest addition to feature trigger scanning in -stand detection • Data formatting • Easy configuration with MetroSelect® ...
...Scanner model is configurable for Keyboard Emulation Mode, Bi-Directional USB Serial Emulation Mode, or IBM OEM. The VoyagerGS provides an aggressive solution for scanning all standard 1D bar codes in a new ergonomic form factor that maximizes comfort and reduces fatigue. The default setting is Keyboard Emulation Mode. 1 INTRODUCTION Product Overview Metrologic's MS9590 VoyagerGS...™ is the newest addition to feature trigger scanning in -stand detection • Data formatting • Easy configuration with MetroSelect® ...
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... additional items, contact the dealer, distributor, or call Metrologic's Customer Service Department at 1-800-ID-METRO or 1-800-436-3876. 2 INTRODUCTION Scanner and Accessories Part # BASIC KIT Description MS9590 MS9590 Bar Code Scanner 00-02544 MetroSelect Single-Line Configuration Guide* 00-05150 MS9590 Series Single-Line Hand Held Laser Scanner Installation and User's Guide* * Available for the specific...
... additional items, contact the dealer, distributor, or call Metrologic's Customer Service Department at 1-800-ID-METRO or 1-800-436-3876. 2 INTRODUCTION Scanner and Accessories Part # BASIC KIT Description MS9590 MS9590 Bar Code Scanner 00-02544 MetroSelect Single-Line Configuration Guide* 00-05150 MS9590 Series Single-Line Hand Held Laser Scanner Installation and User's Guide* * Available for the specific...
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... the scanned information will be easily accessible. Connect AC power to verify the voltage matches the AC outlet. SCANNER INSTALLATION RS232 (-14) 1. Figure 5. 5. See caution on the MS9590. Turn off the host device. 2. Connect the 9-pin D-type connector of the PowerLink cable into the ... click when the connector lock engages. 3. Check the AC in input requirements of default conditions. The scanner is receiving power from the factory configured to step #6. 4. If the scanner is shipped from the host system, skip to set of the power supply to the transformer. 6. ...
... the scanned information will be easily accessible. Connect AC power to verify the voltage matches the AC outlet. SCANNER INSTALLATION RS232 (-14) 1. Figure 5. 5. See caution on the MS9590. Turn off the host device. 2. Connect the 9-pin D-type connector of the PowerLink cable into the ... click when the connector lock engages. 3. Check the AC in input requirements of default conditions. The scanner is receiving power from the factory configured to step #6. 4. If the scanner is shipped from the host system, skip to set of the power supply to the transformer. 6. ...
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...; 999995 Figure 6. Please refer to the MetroSelect SingleLine Configuration Guide or the help files provided with MetroSet2 for an MS9590-106. Contact a customer service representative at 1-800-ID-METRO for RS485, the scanner will revert to the RS485 communication protocol. The blue LED on the scanner will turn on the MVC converter cable series...
...; 999995 Figure 6. Please refer to the MetroSelect SingleLine Configuration Guide or the help files provided with MetroSet2 for an MS9590-106. Contact a customer service representative at 1-800-ID-METRO for RS485, the scanner will revert to the RS485 communication protocol. The blue LED on the scanner will turn on the MVC converter cable series...
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...connector lock engages. 3. Connect AC power to step #7. 5. The scanner is receiving power from the host system, skip to the transformer. 7. Powering the MS9590-47 directly from the factory configured to verify the voltage matches the AC outlet. Disconnect the host ...use the same communication protocol. See caution on the host device. SCANNER INSTALLATION Keyboard Wedge (-47) 1. Contact a Metrologic, customer service representative for instructions on the MS9590. Plug the power supply into the 10-pin socket on changing the scanner's factory default configuration.
...connector lock engages. 3. Connect AC power to step #7. 5. The scanner is receiving power from the host system, skip to the transformer. 7. Powering the MS9590-47 directly from the factory configured to verify the voltage matches the AC outlet. Disconnect the host ...use the same communication protocol. See caution on the host device. SCANNER INSTALLATION Keyboard Wedge (-47) 1. Contact a Metrologic, customer service representative for instructions on the MS9590. Plug the power supply into the 10-pin socket on changing the scanner's factory default configuration.
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...power supply into the host's keyboard port If the scanner is shipped from the host system, skip to set of default conditions. Connect AC power to verify the voltage matches the AC outlet. Contact a Metrologic, customer service representative for instructions on the host device.... power from the factory configured to step #6. 4. Plugging the scanner into the 10-pin socket on page 6. 10 The outlet must use the same communication protocol. See caution on the MS9590. There will be easily accessible. 5. Figure 8. Powering the MS9590-47 directly from the ...
...power supply into the host's keyboard port If the scanner is shipped from the host system, skip to set of default conditions. Connect AC power to verify the voltage matches the AC outlet. Contact a Metrologic, customer service representative for instructions on the host device.... power from the factory configured to step #6. 4. Plugging the scanner into the 10-pin socket on page 6. 10 The outlet must use the same communication protocol. See caution on the MS9590. There will be easily accessible. 5. Figure 8. Powering the MS9590-47 directly from the ...
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... same communication protocol. Figure 9. Both the MS9590-38 and the MS9590-106 are configurable for instructions on the host device. Both the MS9590-38 and the MS9590-106 have USB Keyboard Emulation Mode enabled by Metrologic in the MetroSelect Single-Line Configuration Guide (MLPN 00-02544) for the MS9590-106. Plugging the scanner into a port on page 6. The...
... same communication protocol. Figure 9. Both the MS9590-38 and the MS9590-106 are configurable for instructions on the host device. Both the MS9590-38 and the MS9590-106 have USB Keyboard Emulation Mode enabled by Metrologic in the MetroSelect Single-Line Configuration Guide (MLPN 00-02544) for the MS9590-106. Plugging the scanner into a port on page 6. The...
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... pause followed by, a high tone, and a low tone). INDICATORS Audible During operation, the MS9590 provides audible feedback that the single configuration bar code has successfully configured the scanner. Three beeps can also indicate a communication timeout during normal scanning mode if the scanner is ready to give this indication. This beep sequence signals that indicates the...
... pause followed by, a high tone, and a low tone). INDICATORS Audible During operation, the MS9590 provides audible feedback that the single configuration bar code has successfully configured the scanner. Three beeps can also indicate a communication timeout during normal scanning mode if the scanner is ready to give this indication. This beep sequence signals that indicates the...
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... of Blue and White During Operation This indicates the scanner is disabled. If the host is not ready to the host device. Steady Blue When the laser is active, the blue LED is in configuration mode. 17 INDICATORS Visual The MS9590 has three LED indicators (blue, white, and yellow...) located on until the laser is deactivated (default mode only). When the scanner is illuminated.
... of Blue and White During Operation This indicates the scanner is disabled. If the host is not ready to the host device. Steady Blue When the laser is active, the blue LED is in configuration mode. 17 INDICATORS Visual The MS9590 has three LED indicators (blue, white, and yellow...) located on until the laser is deactivated (default mode only). When the scanner is illuminated.
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... authorized service center. 18 If the scanner does not respond after reconfiguring, return the scanner for repair to reconfigure the scanner. If the host and the scanner's communication protocol match, then, the non-volatile memory (NovRAM) that holds the scanner's configuration may have failed. On Power Up This indicates the scanner has experienced a flipper/motor failure. Three...
... authorized service center. 18 If the scanner does not respond after reconfiguring, return the scanner for repair to reconfigure the scanner. If the host and the scanner's communication protocol match, then, the non-volatile memory (NovRAM) that holds the scanner's configuration may have failed. On Power Up This indicates the scanner has experienced a flipper/motor failure. Three...
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...scanner options. CONFIGURATION MODES The MS9590 has three modes of configuration. • Bar Codes The MS9590 can be configured by calling 1-800-ID-METRO. • Serial Configuration This mode of configuration is ideal for OEM applications. The commands are equivalent to the numerical values of the host system. This manual can be downloaded FREE at www.metrologic...the MetroSelect Single-Line Configuration Guide (MLPN 00-02544). 19 This software can be downloaded FREE at www.metrologic.com. • MetroSet®2 This user-friendly Windows-based configuration software allows you to...
...scanner options. CONFIGURATION MODES The MS9590 has three modes of configuration. • Bar Codes The MS9590 can be configured by calling 1-800-ID-METRO. • Serial Configuration This mode of configuration is ideal for OEM applications. The commands are equivalent to the numerical values of the host system. This manual can be downloaded FREE at www.metrologic...the MetroSelect Single-Line Configuration Guide (MLPN 00-02544). 19 This software can be downloaded FREE at www.metrologic.com. • MetroSet®2 This user-friendly Windows-based configuration software allows you to...
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... available RS232 serial or USB port is also required to complete the upgrade. UPGRADING THE FLASH ROM FIRMWARE The MS9590 VoyagerCG is part of Metrologic's line of the screen. 7. Do not use the standard cable supplied with flash upgradeable firmware. To upgrade ...Select the COM port that the scanner is connected to the customer by Metrologic. 9. Plug the scanner into a serial communication port on the Configure VoyagerGS/9590 Scanner button. 6. This cable can be ordered from Metrologic at no additional cost, from http://www.metrologic.com/corporate/download. 20 Choose Flash...
... available RS232 serial or USB port is also required to complete the upgrade. UPGRADING THE FLASH ROM FIRMWARE The MS9590 VoyagerCG is part of Metrologic's line of the screen. 7. Do not use the standard cable supplied with flash upgradeable firmware. To upgrade ...Select the COM port that the scanner is connected to the customer by Metrologic. 9. Plug the scanner into a serial communication port on the Configure VoyagerGS/9590 Scanner button. 6. This cable can be ordered from Metrologic at no additional cost, from http://www.metrologic.com/corporate/download. 20 Choose Flash...
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Short and Long IR Activation Areas Specifications are subject to the MetroSelect Single-Line Configuration Guide for information on the scanner's laser when an object is presented within the scanner's IR activation area. Refer to change without notice. 22 IR ACTIVATION RANGE The MS9590 has an optional built in object detection sensor that instantly turns on configurable IR activation range options. Figure 17.
Short and Long IR Activation Areas Specifications are subject to the MetroSelect Single-Line Configuration Guide for information on the scanner's laser when an object is presented within the scanner's IR activation area. Refer to change without notice. 22 IR ACTIVATION RANGE The MS9590 has an optional built in object detection sensor that instantly turns on configurable IR activation range options. Figure 17.
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...or IBM OEM) and RS232 Transmit/Receive The MS9590 Keyboard Wedge Series (-47) is designed for the scanner. The following items are also available as keyboard wedge functions. Refer to the MetroSelect Single-Line Configuration Guide (MLPN 00-02544) or MetroSet2's help... files for information on each scanner includes the scanner number and the default communication protocol for keyboard emulation only. Many RS232 configurable functions available in other Metrologic scanners are the most important ...
...or IBM OEM) and RS232 Transmit/Receive The MS9590 Keyboard Wedge Series (-47) is designed for the scanner. The following items are also available as keyboard wedge functions. Refer to the MetroSelect Single-Line Configuration Guide (MLPN 00-02544) or MetroSet2's help... files for information on each scanner includes the scanner number and the default communication protocol for keyboard emulation only. Many RS232 configurable functions available in other Metrologic scanners are the most important ...
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... does not scan and/or beep. Verify that the unit's data format matches that the bar code being scanned falls into the configured criteria. The print quality of the bar code is out of tolerance. The aspect ratio of bar code being scanned does not satisfy the... configured criteria for the appropriate mode. 25 The unit's configuration Make sure the scanner is configured is not configured correctly for others of printer could be the problem. The unit beeps at some form of ...
... does not scan and/or beep. Verify that the unit's data format matches that the bar code being scanned falls into the configured criteria. The print quality of the bar code is out of tolerance. The aspect ratio of bar code being scanned does not satisfy the... configured criteria for the appropriate mode. 25 The unit's configuration Make sure the scanner is configured is not configured correctly for others of printer could be the problem. The unit beeps at some form of ...
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...connected to the transmitted output. It may be supported by using the MetroSelect Single-Line Configuration Guide. 26 Alpha characters show as lower case. Try operating the scanner in both settings. The scanner and host may not be necessary to make sure that the baud rate and parity .... Enable the Caps Lock detect feature of characters. The unit is not working or not configured properly. Increase the interscan code delay setting. Everything works except for a couple of the scanner to the host. The unit powersup OK and scans OK but the data does not look...
...connected to the transmitted output. It may be supported by using the MetroSelect Single-Line Configuration Guide. 26 Alpha characters show as lower case. Try operating the scanner in both settings. The scanner and host may not be necessary to make sure that the baud rate and parity .... Enable the Caps Lock detect feature of characters. The unit is not working or not configured properly. Increase the interscan code delay setting. Everything works except for a couple of the scanner to the host. The unit powersup OK and scans OK but the data does not look...
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SCANNER AND CABLE TERMINATIONS Cable Connector Configurations (Host End) RS232 PowerLink Cable 53-53000x-3 Pin Function 1 Shield Ground 2 RS232 Transmit Output 3 RS232 Receive Input 4 DTR Input/Light Pen Source 5 Signal Ground 6 Light ...
SCANNER AND CABLE TERMINATIONS Cable Connector Configurations (Host End) RS232 PowerLink Cable 53-53000x-3 Pin Function 1 Shield Ground 2 RS232 Transmit Output 3 RS232 Receive Input 4 DTR Input/Light Pen Source 5 Signal Ground 6 Light ...
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SCANNER AND CABLE TERMINATIONS Cable Connector Configuration (Host End) Keyboard Wedge Cable 53-53802x-3 Pin Function 1 Keyboard Clock 2 Keyboard Data 3 No Connect 4 Power Ground 5 +5 Volts DC Pin Function 1 PC Data 2 No Connect 3 Power Ground 4 +5 Volts DC 5 PC Clock 6 No Connect 5-Pin DIN, Female 6-Pin DIN, Male Metrologic will supply an adapter cable with a 5-pin...
SCANNER AND CABLE TERMINATIONS Cable Connector Configuration (Host End) Keyboard Wedge Cable 53-53802x-3 Pin Function 1 Keyboard Clock 2 Keyboard Data 3 No Connect 4 Power Ground 5 +5 Volts DC Pin Function 1 PC Data 2 No Connect 3 Power Ground 4 +5 Volts DC 5 PC Clock 6 No Connect 5-Pin DIN, Female 6-Pin DIN, Male Metrologic will supply an adapter cable with a 5-pin...