Datalogic PowerScan Series User Manual

RS-232/USB COM PARAMETERS
PRODUCT REFERENCE GUIDE 317
ACK NAK Options
This enables/disables the ability of the reader to support the RS-232 ACK/NAK protocol.
When configured, the reader and/or host sends an “ACK” when it receives data prop-
erly, and sends “NAK” when the data is in error.
Options are:
• Disable
• Enable for label transmission — The reader expects an ACK/NAK response from
the host when a label is sent
• Enable for host-command acknowledge — The reader will respond with ACK/NAK
when the host sends a command
• Enable for label transmission and host-command acknowledge
ACK Character
This setting specifies an ASCII character or hex value to be used as the ACK character.
ASCII characters or any hex value from 0 to 0xFF can be selected.
1. Determine the desired character or value.
2. Use the ASCII Chart on
page 394 to find the hex equivalent for the desired charac-
ter/value.
3. Scan ENTER/EXIT PROGRAMMING MODE to enter Programming Mode.
4. Scan the bar code: SELECT ACK CHARACTER SETTING.
5. Scan the appropriate two alphanumeric characters from the keypad in
Appendix G,
that represent the desired character/value determined above. The second charac-
ter will cause a two-beep indication.
6. Scan the ENTER/EXIT PROGRAMMING MODE bar code to exit.
See the table below for examples of how to set this feature.
Table 11 - ACK Character Setting Examples
NOTE: Setting to previously defined characters such as XON, XOFF, or host
commands conflicts with normal operation of these characters. 8-bit data
is not recognized when the option Data Bits
page 53 has been set as 7 Data
Bits.
STEP ACTION EXAMPLES
1 Desired Character/Value ACK $ @ >
2
Hex equivalent from ASCII Chart
on page 394
0x06 0x24 0x40 0x3E
3 Scan ENTER/EXIT PROGRAMMING MODE
4 Scan SELECT ACK CHARACTER SETTING
5
Scan two characters from
Appendix G
‘0’ and ‘6’ ‘2’ and ‘4’ ‘4’ and ‘0’ ‘3’ AND ‘E’
6 Scan ENTER/EXIT PROGRAMMING MODE

Datalogic PowerScan Series Specifications

General

Resolution	Varies by model
Dimensions	Varies by model
Weight	Varies by model
Light Source	Visible Laser Diode
Connectivity	USB, RS-232, Keyboard Wedge
Durability	Industrial Grade
Decode Capability	1D and 2D barcodes
Interface	RS-232, USB, Keyboard Wedge
Humidity	5% to 95% non-condensing
IP Rating	IP65
Operating Temperature	0°C to 50°C

Summary

CHAPTER 1. INTRODUCTION

ABOUT THE READER

Describes the PowerScan family of bar code readers and their features.

Battery Safety (Only for PM/PBT9600)

Provides critical safety warnings and instructions for handling the battery pack.

PROGRAMMING THE READER

Explains methods for configuring the reader using bar codes or the Aladdin utility.

CHAPTER 2. SETUP

CONNECTING THE HOST INTERFACE

Details on connecting the reader to various host interfaces like RS-232, USB, and Ethernet.

LINKING THE READER

Procedures for establishing a wireless connection between the reader and the base station.

MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS

CHAPTER 3. CONFIGURATION WITH BAR CODES

CONFIGURATION PARAMETERS

Introduces logical groups of parameters for reader configuration via bar codes.

GLOBAL INTERFACE FEATURES

RS-232 INTERFACE

KEYBOARD INTERFACE

ETHERNET INTERFACE

CHAPTER 4. REFERENCES

RS-232 PARAMETERS

RS-232/USB COM PARAMETERS

SCANNING FEATURES

SYMBOLOGIES

CHAPTER 5. MESSAGE FORMATTING

MESSAGE FORMATTING

Explains the rules and format for messages exchanged between the Host and the base station.

APPENDIX A. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

PD9600 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Lists physical, electrical, and optical characteristics of the PD9600 model.

PM/PBT9600 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Details physical, electrical, optical, environmental, and radio characteristics.

DECODING CAPABILITIES

Lists all 1D and 2D bar code symbologies supported by the PD9600 and PM9600.

APPENDIX B. MAINTENANCE

CLEANING PROCEDURE

Instructions for cleaning the exterior surfaces and scan windows of the device.

APPENDIX E. HOST COMMANDS CHARACTERS

HOST COMMANDS CHARACTERS

Lists host commands recognized by the scanner over serial or USB-COM ports.

APPENDIX G. KEYPAD

KEYPAD

APPENDIX I. ASCII CHART

ASCII CHART