Datalogic QuickScan I QD2400 User Manual

Data Editing
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Please Keep In Mind...
• Modifying a message string is not a mandatory requirement. Data editing is a sophisticated feature allowing
highly customizable output for advanced users. Factory default settings for data editing is typically set to
NONE.
• A prefix or suffix may be applied only to a specified
symbology (reference 1D Code Selection, starting on
page 81) or across all symbologies (set via the Global features in this chapter).
•
You can add any character from the ASCII Chart (from 00-FF) on the inside back cover of this manual as a
prefix, suffix or Label ID.
• Enter prefixes and suffixes in the order in which
you want them to appear on the output.
Global Prefix/Suffix
Up to 20 ASCII characters may be added as a prefix (in a position before the bar code data) and/or as a suffix (in a
position following the bar code data) as indicated in Figure 7.
Figure 7. Prefix and Suffix Positions
Prefix SuffixAIM IDLabel ID Label IDBar Code Data
00 - 20 Characters (ASCII)
AND
OR
OR...
Example: Setting a Prefix
In this example, we’ll set a prefix for all symbologies.
1. Determine which ASCII character(s) are to be added to scanned bar
code data. In this example, we’ll add a
dollar sign (‘$’) as a prefix.
2. Go to page 48 and scan the ENTER/EXIT PROGRAMMING MODE bar code, then scan the SET
GLOBAL PREFIX bar code.
3. Reference the ASCII Chart on the inside back cover of this manual to find the hex value assigned to the
desired character. The corresponding hex number for the ‘$’ character is 24. T
o
enter this selection code, scan
the ‘2’ and ‘4’ bar codes from Appendix D, Keypad.
If you make a mistake before the last character, scan the CANCEL bar code to abort and not save
the entry string. You can then start again at the beginning.
4. If less than the expected string of 20 characters are selected, scan the ENTER/EXIT bar code to terminate the
string.
5. Scan the ENTER/EXIT bar code once again to exit Programming Mode.
6. The resulting message string would appear as follows:
Scanned bar code data: 12
34
5
Resulting message string output: $123
45

Datalogic QuickScan I QD2400 Specifications

General

Type	Handheld
Interface	USB, RS-232, Keyboard Wedge
Connectivity Technology	Wired
Print Contrast Ratio	25%
Operating Temperature	0 to 50 °C
Storage Temperature	-40°F to 158°F (-40°C to 70°C)
Decode Capability	1D
Supported Barcodes	UPC, EAN, Code 39, Code 128
Humidity	5 to 95% non-condensing
Drop Specification	1.5 m drop to concrete
Power Supply	5V DC

Summary

Chapter 1 Introduction and Support

About the Manual and Overview

Provides information on manual conventions, reader features, operation, and overview.

Technical Support Information

Details support channels: website, resellers, and telephone assistance for product issues.

Chapter 2 Setup and Interface Configuration

Unpacking and Initial Reader Setup

Ensures reader and accessories are present and undamaged; provides steps for initial reader setup.

Installing the Interface Cable

Covers physical connection of interface cables (RS-232, Keyboard Wedge, USB).

Interface Selection

Guides users to select the correct interface type (RS-232, USB, etc.) for reader-host communication.

Programming the Reader

Configuration Methods

Explains methods for reader configuration using programming bar codes and software utilities.

Datalogic Aladdin™ Software

Describes the Aladdin utility for user-friendly reader configuration via a graphical PC interface.

Customizing Configuration Settings

Interface and Global Settings

Guides to interface-specific settings and details features configurable across all interface types.

Other Features and Symbology Parameters

Covers non-interface-specific settings and options for configuring 1D and 2D symbologies.

Resetting Product Configuration

Restore Custom Defaults

Restores custom configurations saved for the currently active interface.

Restore Factory Defaults

Restores all scanner settings to factory defaults, including interface and Label IDs.

Chapter 3 Configuration Using Bar Codes

Configuration Parameters Overview

Details how to change default parameters, grouped logically for easy reference.

Programming Features with Bar Codes

Step-by-step guide on how to program reader features using programming bar codes and exit mode.

GLOBAL INTERFACE FEATURES

Host Commands and USB Suspend Mode

Configures reader behavior regarding host commands and USB interface suspend mode.

RS-232 INTERFACE

Baud Rate, Data Bits, and Stop Bits

Sets serial communication parameters: data speed, bits per character, and stop bits.

Parity and Handshaking Control

Configures parity settings and manages hardware handshaking lines for RS-232 communication.

RS-232/USB-COM INTERFACES

Intercharacter Delay and Beep Settings

Configures delay between characters and beep notifications for serial/USB-COM interfaces.

ACK/NAK Protocol and Character Settings

Manages ACK/NAK protocol, specifying characters and options for data transmission.

ACK/NAK Timeout and Retry Counts

Sets timeout for ACK characters and the number of retries for label transmission.

KEYBOARD SETTINGS

Country Mode and Control Characters

Configures keyboard layout and specifies transmission of ASCII control characters.

Wedge Interface Timing and Caps Lock

Sets wedge quiet interval, intercode delay, and Caps Lock state for keyboard emulation.

USB Keyboard Speed and Keypad Options

Sets USB keyboard poll rate and controls numeric character output via standard or keypad.

USB-OEM INTERFACE

USB-OEM Device Usage and Interface Options

Configures reader identification and response to scanner configuration commands for USB-OEM.

DATA FORMAT

Global Prefix/Suffix and AIM ID Settings

Adds custom prefixes/suffixes and enables/disables AIM IDs for all symbologies.

Label ID Configuration and Control

Manages Label IDs, including pre-loaded sets and individual symbology configuration.

Case and Character Conversion

Allows conversion of alphabetic case and custom character mapping for data.

READING PARAMETERS

Double Read Timeout and Indicators

Configures double read prevention and reader feedback via LEDs and beepers.

Scanning Features Overview

Controls reader operation modes like Scan Mode, Stand Mode, Pick Mode, and Aiming.

1D SYMBOLOGIES

1D Code Selection and Global Settings

Lists supported 1D symbologies and covers global settings for UPC/EAN symbologies.

Key 1D Symbology Configurations

Details configurations for UPC/EAN, Code 39, Code 128, and GS1-128 symbologies.

2D SYMBOLOGIES

2D Global Features and Symbology List

Lists supported 2D symbologies and covers common global features like decoding time.

Key 2D Symbology Configurations

Details configurations for Aztec Code, Data Matrix, and QR Code symbologies.

Appendix B Standard Defaults

Global, RS-232, and Keyboard Defaults

Lists default settings for global interface, RS-232, and keyboard parameters.

USB-OEM, Data Format, and Reading Defaults

Lists default settings for USB-OEM, data format, and reading parameters.

Scanning Features and Symbology Defaults

Lists default settings for scanning features and various 1D/2D symbologies.

Appendix C Sample Bar Codes

1D Bar Code Samples

Illustrates typical representations of various 1D symbology types for reference.

2D Bar Code Samples

Illustrates typical representations of various 2D symbology types for reference.

Appendix D Keypad Reference

Numerical Keypad Bar Codes

Provides bar codes for digits 0-9 used for entering numerical data during configuration.

Alphanumeric Keypad Bar Codes

Provides bar codes for characters A-F used for entering alphanumeric data during configuration.

Appendix E Scancode Tables

Control Character Emulation Tables

Explains control character sets and provides scancode tables for keyboard emulation.

Interface-Specific Scancode Tables

Provides scancode tables for various PC keyboard interfaces and modes.