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CODE READER
MAH 200
Quickstart Guide
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QUICKSTART GUIDE CODE READER MAH 200 Designation of this documentation: Technical manual for the Code Reader MAH 200 Version of the described product: 1.0 Editorial version of this documentation: 02/05 © Copyright Omnitron AG i
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QUICKSTART GUIDE CODE READER MAH 200 GENERAL INFORMATION This documentation has been created with great care. Nevertheless, progress in technology can cause changes of the product leading to deviations between this documentation and the actual product. The content of this documentation, the technical data and the specifications of the product may be changed without prior notice. No part of this documentation may be copied, reprinted or translated without written permission of the Omnitron AG. Th
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QUICKSTART GUIDE CODE READER MAH 200 TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL INFORMATION ................................................................................................ ii TABLE OF CONTENTS ...................................................................................................... iii INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................ 1-1 TARGETING AND READING TECHNIQUES .....................................
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QUICKSTART GUIDE CODE READER MAH 200 INTRODUCTION MAH 200 is a revolutionary new, bar MAH 200. Developed to be the first universal reader, no other single device performs as many functions. With a cost of ownership far less than comparable systems, the MAH 200 incorporates a unique dual path optical system, a 1.3 million pixel CMOS sensor, and a 400 MHz processor. This combination has created a reading system that supports: • High density matrix codes and larger low density linear codes Superi
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QUICKSTART GUIDE CODE READER MAH 200 TARGETING AND READING TECHNIQUES The MAH 200 utilizes digital camera technology to take a pictures of a symbol. Once an image is captured, the MAH 200 utilizes advanced decoding algorithms to extract data from the captured image. The MAH 200 is available as a palm-held unit or users may purchase a clip-on pistol-grip handle. The palm held unit features left and right triggers. These triggers may be programmed to perform various features. The reader is shipped
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QUICKSTART GUIDE CODE READER MAH 200 NOTE: The MAH 200 can read a symbol that is not centered however, the MAH 200 performs best when a code is centered. If two (2) bar codes are with the imagers decode zone, the MAH 200 will decode the symbol closest to the center of the aiming dot. 2. The MAH 200 was developed to decode both very small 2-dimensional symbols and larger 1- dimensional symbols. The unit features two imagers to create an innovative dual decode zone. The MAH 200 features a high spe
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QUICKSTART GUIDE CODE READER MAH 200 VARIOUS PROGRAMMING CODES Reader-ID and Firmware Ausgabe der Leser-ID und der Firmware Reseting and storing of reader configurations Clear All Stored Data Clear All CodeXML Rules Reset to USB Factory Defaults Reset to RS-232 Reset to PS2 Factory Defaults Save Settings Factory Defaults 1-4
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QUICKSTART GUIDE CODE READER MAH 200 TECHNICAL DATA Overview Symbologies MaxiCode, PDF417, Data Matrix, QR Code,MicroPDF 417, GoCode, UCC Composite, Aztec Code, Code 39, Code 128, UPC, EAN, JAN, Int 2 of 5, Codabar, Code 93, UCC RSS, POSTNET, PLANET, Japanese Post, Australia Post, Royal Mail, RM4SCC, KIX Code Sensor CMOS (1024 x 1280 = 1,3 Mio Pixel) Optical Resolution Near- Field 1024 x 640 Pixel und Far Field 1024 x 640 Pixel Interfaces USB (standard), RS-232, PS 2, Bluetooth Class 1 Radio Dim
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QUICKSTART GUIDE CODE READER MAH 200 Decode zone 1-6
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QUICKSTART GUIDE CODE READER MAH 200 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS Operating System Windows 98 (Version 2), ME, 2000, XP Interfaces USB or RS-232 / seriell / PS 2 Bluetooth The MAH 200 supports the seriell communication profil. 1-7
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QUICKSTART GUIDE CODE READER MAH 200 ORDER INFORMATIONEN Part-Nr. Description 182028 MAH 200 Handheld reader with 1.80m cable for USB interface 182029 MAH 200 Handheld reader with gun format handle, 1.80m cable for USB interface 182030 MAH 200 Handheld reader with batch store, 1.80m cable for USB interface and battery LiON 1300 mAH 182031 MAH 200 Handheld reader with batch store, gun format hand- le, 1.80m cable for USB interface and battery LiON 1300 mAH 182032 MAH 200 Handheld reader, cordless
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QUICKSTART GUIDE CODE READER MAH 200 Part-Nr. Description Options/ Spare parts Options/ Spare parts 182044 Power Supply RS232 182045 Battery Charger incl. power supply 182046 Code Router Software (Bluetooth Edition Windows) 182047 Bracket for MAH 200 182048 Bluetooth modem incl. RS 232 cable and power supply 182049 Cable 2.40m for RS232 Interface incl. power supply 182050 Bluetooth USB Dongle, Class 1, 100m, Quick Connect Label 184285 Bluetooth modem incl. PS2 Cable 1-9
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QUICKSTART GUIDE CODE READER MAH 200 APPENDIX A – USB INTERFACE Installation Guide To connect the MAH 200 to your host computer via USB interface: 1. Make sure the USB cable is sufficiently attached to your MAH 200 unit (figure 2.1). 2. You DO NOT need to power off your host computer (figure 2.2). The MAH 200 with USB interface can be plugged into any host while the computer is powered up. 3. Connect the USB interface cable to the host (figure 2.3). If you are unsure of the proper location to co
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QUICKSTART GUIDE CODE READER MAH 200 APPENDIX B – RS-232 INTERFACE Installation Guide To connect the MAH 200 to your host computer via RS-232 interface: 1. Make sure the RS-232 cable is sufficiently attached to your MAH 200 unit (figure 2.4). 2. Connect the RS-232 interface cable to your host computer (figure 2.5). If you are unsure of the proper location to connect the RS-232 cable please consult the manual of your host computer. 3. The RS-232 interface should have come with a power supply. Plu
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QUICKSTART GUIDE CODE READER MAH 200 APPENDIX C – PS 2 INTERFACE Installation Guide 1. Power off the host computer. 2. Attach the end of the PS2 cable with the single connector to the MAH 200. 3. If external keyboard exists, unattach your keyboard from the host and connect the appropriate connector to the PS2 cable . 4. Connect the other connector to host computer into keyboard port . The MAH 200 is powered by the PS2 port and does not require a power supply. 5. Set the MAH 200
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QUICKSTART GUIDE CODE READER MAH 200 APPENDIX D – BLUETOOTH RADIO OVERVIEW Overview This version of the MAH 200 features a Bluetooth® wireless radio. The radio allows for point to point wireless communication with other Bluetooth devices that support serial port protocol (SPP). The following guide will give you general instructions on connecting your MAH 200 to a desktop or laptop computer with a Bluetooth radio. Connecting With A Quick Connect Code The easiest way to connect to a Bluetooth devi
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QUICKSTART GUIDE CODE READER MAH 200 APPENDIX D – BLUETOOTH RADIO OVERVIEW (CON‘T) Radio Range and Transferring Data The MAH 200 radio is a Class 1 device. If connected to another Class 1 device the unit has roughly a 300 foot line of sight operating range. If connecting to a Class 2 or Class 3 device, the operating range may drop to match the lower range. Once a unit is connected, the application software on the host must be open to receive data. When the MAH 200 detects the radio is out of ran
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QUICKSTART GUIDE CODE READER MAH 200 APPENDIX D – BLUETOOTH RADIO OVERVIEW (CON‘T) Save Settings Scan the code below to make the RF settings permanent on the reader: Save Settings Disconnecting from the Device You may force disconnection by reading the disconnect code below (The MAH 200 may not appear disconnected in the slave Bluetooth connection manager for 10 – 15 seconds after the command is issued). The MAH 200 will also disconnect after 90 seconds of inactivity (Note: You may change the ra
