Microscan MS-4Xi Bedienungsanleitung

MS-4Xi Imager User ManualP/N 84-004444 Rev A

xMS-4Xi Imager User ManualStatement of Agency ComplianceStatement of Agency ComplianceThe MS-4Xi has been tested for compliance with FCC (Federal Comm

5-18MS-4Xi Imager User ManualCapture ModeNumber of CapturesNote: The range of maximum number of captures is dynamic. This range is dependent on the ma

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual5-19Read CycleTimed CaptureUsage: Timed Rapid Capture is useful in fast-moving applications in which symbols are only in the

5-20MS-4Xi Imager User ManualTriggered CaptureUsage: Useful in applications where each decode must be treated as a discrete event, regardless of symbo

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual5-21Read CycleCapture TimingNote: Capture Timing applies only to Rapid Capture Mode.Time Before First CaptureUsage: In almost

5-22MS-4Xi Imager User ManualCapture TimingTime Between CapturesNote: Number of Captures and number of frame delays (Time Between Captures) must be th

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual5-23Read CycleImage Processing TimeoutNotes:• The timeout period does not include capture time.• If a timeout occurs during p

5-24MS-4Xi Imager User ManualImage StorageImage StorageImage Storage TypeDisabled/ClearUpon selection of this option, all saved images will be cleared

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual5-25Read CycleImage Storage ExampleThe following example assumes that the imager is in a rapid capture mode of 3 captures.Num

5-26MS-4Xi Imager User ManualMinimum Good ReadsMinimum Good ReadsDefinition: This value specifies the number of times a symbol needs to be read to qua

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual5-27Read CycleSetting Up the Imager for EZ TraxIf you are using EZ Trax software, it is important to set up the MS-4Xi correc

MS-4X Imager User Manual xiIntroductionStatement of RoHS ComplianceAll Microscan readers with a ‘G’ suffix in the FIS number are RoHS-Compliant. All c

5-28MS-4Xi Imager User ManualSetting Up the Imager for EZ Trax

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual6-16 SymbologiesContentsThis section describes the various symbol types that can be read and decoded by the MS-4Xi.Symbologie

6-2MS-4Xi Imager User ManualSymbologies by ESPSymbologies by ESPTo change a setting, double-click the setting and use your cursor to scroll through th

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual6-3SymbologiesSymbologies Serial CommandsNarrow Margins/Symbology ID <K450,narrow margin status,symbology identifier statu

6-4MS-4Xi Imager User ManualData MatrixData MatrixECC 200ECC 000ECC 050Usage: Very useful where information needs to be packed into a small area, and/

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual6-5SymbologiesECC 080ECC 100ECC 140ECC 120ECC 130Definition: When enabled, will decode ECC 080 symbols. Serial Cmd: <K479,

6-6MS-4Xi Imager User ManualAztec CodeAztec CodeUsage: Used in document imaging, railway ticket validation, and some postal applications.Definition: A

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual6-7SymbologiesQR CodeUsage: Widely implemented in the automotive industry in Japan and throughout their worldwide supply chai

6-8MS-4Xi Imager User ManualMicro QR CodeMicro QR CodeUsage: Used in various applications that require higher data density than that provided by stand

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual6-9SymbologiesCode 39Check Character Status (Code 39)Check Character Output Status (Code 39)Usage: Code 39 is considered the

xiiMS-4Xi Imager User ManualStatement of RoHS Compliance

6-10MS-4Xi Imager User ManualCode 39Large Intercharacter Gap (Code 39)Fixed Symbol Length Status (Code 39)Fixed Symbol Length (Code 39)Usage: Large In

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual6-11SymbologiesFull ASCII Set (Code 39)Usage: Must be enabled when reading characters outside the standard character set (0-9

6-12MS-4Xi Imager User ManualCode 128Code 128Fixed Symbol Length Status (Code 128)Fixed Symbol Length (Code 128)Usage: Code 128 is a smaller symbology

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual6-13SymbologiesEAN 128 Status (Code 128)Output Format (Code 128)Application Record Separator Status (Code 128)Definition: Whe

6-14MS-4Xi Imager User ManualCode 128Application Record Separator Character (Code 128)Important: The ASCII characters <, >, and , can only be en

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual6-15SymbologiesBC412Check Character Output (BC412)Fixed Symbol Length Status (BC412)Fixed Symbol Length (BC412)Usage: Widely

6-16MS-4Xi Imager User ManualInterleaved 2 of 5Interleaved 2 of 5Check Character Status (Interleaved 2 of 5)Check Character Output Status (Interleaved

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual6-17SymbologiesSymbol Length #1 (Interleaved 2 of 5)Symbol Length #2 (Interleaved 2 of 5)Usage: Useful in applications where

6-18MS-4Xi Imager User ManualInterleaved 2 of 5Guard Bar Status (Interleaved 2 of 5)Note: Whenever Guard Bar is enabled, the presence of guard bars (a

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual6-19SymbologiesCode 93Fixed Symbol Length Status (Code 93)Symbol Length (Code 93)Usage: Sometimes used in clinical applicatio

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual1-11 Quick StartContentsThis section is designed to get your MS-4Xi up and running quickly, using the EZ button or ESP (Easy

6-20MS-4Xi Imager User ManualCodabarCodabarStart/Stop Match (Codabar)Start/Stop Output (Codabar)Usage: Used in photo-finishing and library application

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual6-21SymbologiesLarge Intercharacter Gap (Codabar)Fixed Symbol Length Status (Codabar)Symbol Length (Codabar)Definition: When

6-22MS-4Xi Imager User ManualCodabarCheck Character Type (Codabar)Check Character Output (Codabar)Definition:When disabled, the imager will not perfor

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual6-23SymbologiesUPC/EANEAN StatusUsage:Used primarily in point-of-sale applications in the retail industry. It is commonly use

6-24MS-4Xi Imager User ManualUPC/EANSupplementals Status (UPC/EAN)DisabledUPC Supplementals will not be decoded.EnabledWhen enabled, the imager will t

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual6-25SymbologiesSeparator Character (UPC/EAN)Note: If Separator Character has been changed to any other character and you wish

6-26MS-4Xi Imager User ManualUPC/EANSupplemental Type (UPC/EAN)BothEither 2 character or 5 character supplementals will be considered valid.2 Characte

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual6-27SymbologiesPharmacodeFixed Symbol Length Status (Pharmacode)Fixed Symbol Length (Pharmacode)Minimum Number of Bars (Pharm

6-28MS-4Xi Imager User ManualPharmacodeBar Width Status (Pharmacode)Direction (Pharmacode)Fixed Threshold Value (Pharmacode)Definition: If set to Mixe

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual6-29SymbologiesPostal SymbologiesImportant: Postal Symbologies must have a minimum pixels-per-element value of 4 to be decode

1-2MS-4Xi Imager User ManualCheck HardwareStep 1 — Check HardwareItem Description Part Number1 MS-4XiFIS-1004-1X10G(X = 1 for Low Density, 2 for Stand

6-30MS-4Xi Imager User ManualPostal SymbologiesPostal Symbology TypeUsage: The following 1D Postal Symbologies are used in mail sortation, auditing, c

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual6-31SymbologiesU.S. Post (POSTNET, PLANET, USPS4CB)When U.S. Post is enabled (<K460,1>), the imager will only decode PO

6-32MS-4Xi Imager User ManualPostal SymbologiesPOSTNET StatusPLANET StatusUsage: POSTNET is used by the United States Postal Service to direct mail. T

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual6-33SymbologiesUSPS4CB StatusPOSTNET Allow B and B’ FieldsAustralia Post Allow 0 FCCUsage: USPS4CB, also called Intelligent M

6-34MS-4Xi Imager User ManualGS1 DataBarGS1 DataBarDataBar ExpandedWhere appropriate, use 1 (non-stacked) for better performance over 2 (stacked and n

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual6-35SymbologiesDataBar LimitedDataBar-14Usage: DataBar Limited is designed to be read by laser and CCD readers. It is not rec

6-36MS-4Xi Imager User ManualPDF417PDF417Note: Sending <a1> will cause PDF417 data to be prefaced with information consisting of error correctio

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual6-37SymbologiesMicroPDF417Fixed Symbol Length Status (MicroPDF417)Fixed Symbol Length (MicroPDF417)Note: Fixed Symbol Length

6-38MS-4Xi Imager User ManualCompositeCompositeWhen set to Enabled or Required, will decode the 2D composite component of a linear symbol. The linear

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual6-39SymbologiesNarrow Margins/Symbology IdentifierNarrow MarginsEnabledWhen Narrow Margins is set to Enabled, the imager uses

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual1-3Quick StartStep 2 — Connect the SystemEthernet Standalone without QX-1• Connect the M12 (power and I/O) end of the imager’

6-40MS-4Xi Imager User ManualNarrow Margins/Symbology IdentifierSymbology IdentifierExplanation of Modifiers for Code 39 and Interleaved 2 of 5• For C

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual6-41SymbologiesBackground ColorNote: Background Color only applies to Pharmacode.WhiteWhen White background is enabled, the b

6-42MS-4Xi Imager User ManualBackground Color

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual7-17 I/O ParametersContentsThis section includes instructions on setting up conditions for changing input/output electrical t

7-2MS-4Xi Imager User ManualI/O Parameters by ESPI/O Parameters by ESPTo open nested options, single-click the +.To change a setting, double-click the

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual7-3I/O ParametersI/O Parameters Serial CommandsPower On/Reset Counts <K406,power-on,resets,power-on saves,power-on flash s

7-4MS-4Xi Imager User ManualSymbol Data OutputSymbol Data OutputSymbol Data Output StatusNote: Symbol Data Output relates to data and should not be co

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual7-5I/O ParametersGood ReadNote: A No Read can still be transmitted if Enabled.Usage: Good Read is used when an application re

7-6MS-4Xi Imager User ManualSymbol Data OutputWhen to Output Symbol DataAs Soon As PossibleNote: More than one decode might in fact be required to qua

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual7-7I/O ParametersNo Read MessageNo Read Message ModeDisabledOnly symbol data is output after a read cycle.EnabledWhen the ima

1-4MS-4Xi Imager User ManualPosition Imager and SymbolStep 3 — Position Imager and Symbol• Position the imager at a distance from the symbol that matc

7-8MS-4Xi Imager User ManualOutput IndicatorsOutput IndicatorsThe MS-4Xi has a beeper and three LED arrays, as follows:1. A target pattern of blue LED

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual7-9I/O ParametersStatic Presentation ModeStatic Presentation Mode is used in conjunction with Continuous Read Mode: <K200,

7-10MS-4Xi Imager User ManualOutput IndicatorsTarget PatternAlways OFFThe target pattern will remain OFF at all times unless overridden by the EZ butt

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual7-11I/O ParametersGreen Flash DurationUsage: Provides visual verification that a good read has occurred.Definition: When a go

7-12MS-4Xi Imager User ManualBeeperBeeperNote: The beeper will also sound at any of the following times:• When the imager is defaulted.• When a send/s

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual7-13I/O ParametersLED ConfigurationIn ISO/IEC 16022 grade mode the LEDs represent the grade of the first Data Matrix symbol d

7-14MS-4Xi Imager User ManualSerial VerificationSerial VerificationAllows the user to verify configuration command status.Serial Command Echo StatusSe

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual7-15I/O ParametersControl/Hex OutputUsage:Useful for viewing settings with binary characters when using serial commands on a

7-16MS-4Xi Imager User ManualEZ ButtonEZ ButtonThe EZ button has four positions, selectable by the length of time the button is held down, and indicat

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual7-17I/O ParametersDefault on Power-OnLoad Configuration DatabaseSave for Power-OnDefinition: When enabled, if the EZ button i

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual1-5Quick StartStep 4 — Install ESPESP Software can be found on the Microscan Tools Drive that is packaged with the MS-4Xi. 1.

7-18MS-4Xi Imager User ManualEZ Button ModesEZ Button ModesDisabledWhen set to disabled, the associated button position will have no function associat

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual7-19I/O ParametersTarget SystemTurns on the target pattern whenever the associated button position is selected. To disable, q

7-20MS-4Xi Imager User ManualConfigurable Output 1Configurable Output 1Note: If Output On is set to Match or Mismatch, a transition (switching) will n

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual7-21I/O ParametersTrend AnalysisSymbol QualityDiagnostic WarningIn Read CycleUsage: Typically used when successful decodes ar

7-22MS-4Xi Imager User ManualConfigurable Output 1Output StatePulse WidthOutput ModePulseThis is the default mode of operation in which the programmab

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual7-23I/O ParametersTrend Analysis Output 1Note: Output On under Output 1 Parameters must be set to Trend Analysis for this out

7-24MS-4Xi Imager User ManualConfigurable Output 1Trend Analysis ModeMismatchOutput will be activated when the number of mismatches equals the value e

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual7-25I/O ParametersTrigger Evaluation PeriodNumber to Output OnDecodes per Trigger ThresholdDefinition: The number of triggers

7-26MS-4Xi Imager User ManualISO/IEC 16022 Symbol Quality Output 1ISO/IEC 16022 Symbol Quality Output 1Note: Output On under Output 1 Parameters must

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual7-27I/O ParametersOutput on Axial Non-UniformityOutput on Unused Error CorrectionSymbol Contrast ThresholdUsage: Lets the use

1-6MS-4Xi Imager User ManualSelect ModelStep 5 — Select ModelWhen you start ESP, the following menu will appear:1. Click the button showing the MS-4Xi

7-28MS-4Xi Imager User ManualPrint Growth ThresholdAxial Non-Uniformity ThresholdUnused Error Correction ThresholdUsage: Lets the user set the accepta

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual7-29I/O ParametersDiagnostics Output 1Note: Output On under Output 1 Parameters must be set to Diagnostic Warning for this ou

7-30MS-4Xi Imager User ManualConfigurable Output 2Configurable Output 2Note: Output 2 has the same parameters and default settings as Output 1.Trend A

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual7-31I/O ParametersConfigurable Output 3Note: Output 3 has the same parameters and default settings as Output 1 and Output 2.T

7-32MS-4Xi Imager User ManualPower On/Reset CountsPower On/Reset CountsNote: Power On/Reset Counts is a read-only command.Power-OnPower-On uses a 16-b

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual7-33I/O ParametersTime Since ResetNote: Time Since Reset is a read-only command.HoursHours uses a 16-bit counter that increme

7-34MS-4Xi Imager User ManualService MessageService MessageWhen Service Message is enabled, a message of up to 10 ASCII characters is sent whenever th

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual7-35I/O ParametersFrame InformationOutput Frame NumberDisabled When Output Frame Number is set to Disabled, the frame number

7-36MS-4Xi Imager User ManualImage OutputImage OutputGood ReadIf a Good Read condition is met during the read cycle, the image file corresponding with

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual7-37I/O ParametersCommunication PortFile Format JPEG QualityDefinition: This setting selects the communication port through w

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual1-7Quick StartStep 6 — Connect• Click Connect on the menu toolbar, and then select Connection Wizard.• Select the communicati

7-38MS-4Xi Imager User ManualImage OutputImage Output ExampleThe following example assumes that the imager is set to output on No Read, and that it is

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual7-39I/O ParametersDatabase Identifier OutputOutput StatusDisabledWhen this command is disabled, no database identifier inform

7-40MS-4Xi Imager User ManualQuality OutputQuality OutputSeparatorImportant: The ASCII characters <, >, and , can only be entered as hex pairs:F

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual7-41I/O ParametersConfiguring EZ Trax OutputAfter you have set up your imager for EZ Trax, you can configure the software in

7-42MS-4Xi Imager User ManualConfiguring EZ Trax OutputEZ Trax OutputComm PortImage ModeImage FormatWhen EZ Trax output is enabled, the imager will at

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual7-43I/O ParametersJPEG QualityObject Info OutputGrade OutputSets the amount of JPEG image compression. A value of 1 represent

7-44MS-4Xi Imager User ManualConfiguring EZ Trax OutputConfiguring EZ Trax Output by Serial CommandComm PortHost PortSends output using the current Ho

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual7-45I/O ParametersNo ReadOutputs the first No Read image in the read cycle. The image file will immediately follow the symbol

7-46MS-4Xi Imager User ManualConfiguring EZ Trax OutputObject Info OutputGrade OutputDefinition: If a symbol is decoded during an image capture, the s

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual8-18 Symbol QualityContentsThis section describes parameters that, when enabled, will output detailed symbol quality evaluati

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1-8MS-4Xi Imager User ManualLocate the Symbol in the Field of ViewStep 7 — Locate the Symbol in the Field of ViewLocate by ESP •In ESP’s EZ Mode, clic

8-2MS-4Xi Imager User ManualSymbol Quality by ESPSymbol Quality by ESPTo change a setting, double-click the setting and use your cursor to scroll thro

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual8-3Symbol QualitySymbol Quality Serial CommandsSymbol Quality Separator/ Data Matrix Output Mode<K708,symbol quality separ

8-4MS-4Xi Imager User ManualOverview of Symbol QualityOverview of Symbol QualityInformation about symbol quality and timing can be appended to symbol

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual8-5Symbol QualityReport TabThe Report tab allows the user to initiate Data Matrix Grading and to generate and save grading re

8-6MS-4Xi Imager User ManualOverview of Symbol QualityLocate TabThe Locate tab allows the user to determine the position of the symbol within the imag

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual8-7Symbol QualityPreferences TabThe Preferences tab allows the user to set defaults that are automatically activated when gra

8-8MS-4Xi Imager User ManualSymbol Quality Separator/Data Matrix Output ModeSymbol Quality Separator/Data Matrix Output ModeSymbol Quality Separator a

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual8-9Symbol QualityData Matrix Output ModeNote: Output Mode applies to ISO/IEC 16022 symbol quality parameters.GradeIf in Grade

8-10MS-4Xi Imager User ManualISO/IEC 16022 Symbol Quality OutputISO/IEC 16022 Symbol Quality OutputSymbol Quality Parameters for Data Matrix symbols s

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual8-11Symbol QualityAxial Non-Uniformity (Data Matrix Only) Unused Error Correction (Data Matrix Only)Definition: Axial non-uni

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual1-9Quick StartLocate by EZ ButtonIf you are not connected to a host computer, the EZ Button allows you to locate a symbol in

8-12MS-4Xi Imager User ManualISO/IEC 16022 Symbol Quality Output by ESPISO/IEC 16022 Symbol Quality Output by ESPESP’s Symbol Quality interface allows

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual8-13Symbol QualityMicroscan Symbol Quality OutputPercent Cell Damage (Data Matrix Only) Total Read TimeCapture TimeLocate Tim

8-14MS-4Xi Imager User ManualMicroscan Symbol Quality OutputDecode TimePixels Per Element (Data Matrix Only)Error Correction Level (Data Matrix Only)M

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual8-15Symbol QualityQuiet Zone (Data Matrix Only)Symbol Angle (Data Matrix Only)Definition: When this feature is enabled, the s

8-16MS-4Xi Imager User ManualMicroscan Symbol Quality Output by ESPMicroscan Symbol Quality Output by ESPESP’s Symbol Quality interface allows you to

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual9-19 MatchcodeContentsThis section explains the MS-4Xi’s matchcode output functions and the master symbol database setup.Matc

9-2MS-4Xi Imager User ManualMatchcode by ESPMatchcode by ESPTo open nested options, single-click the +.To change a setting, double-click the setting a

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual9-3MatchcodeMatchcode Serial CommandsMatchcode Type<K223,matchcode type,sequential matching,match start position,match len

9-4MS-4Xi Imager User ManualOverview of MatchcodeOverview of MatchcodeSteps for Entering and Using Master Symbols1. Set Triggering Mode to External or

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual9-5MatchcodeMatchcode TypeDefinition: Allows the user to choose the way that master symbols will be compared with subsequentl

1-10MS-4Xi Imager User ManualCalibrateStep 8 — CalibrateMS-4Xi settings can be adjusted automatically for optimum symbol decoding performance by eithe

9-6MS-4Xi Imager User ManualMatchcode TypeSequential MatchingMatch Start PositionNote: Match Start Position must be set to 1 or greater to enable this

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual9-7MatchcodeWild Card CharacterImportant: The ASCII characters <, >, and , can only be entered as hex pairs:For <: &

9-8MS-4Xi Imager User ManualMatchcode TypeSequence on No ReadAs an example of Sequence on No Read Enabled, consider the following decodes:As an exampl

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual9-9MatchcodeSequence on MismatchNote: Matchcode must be set to Sequential for this command to function.The imager will sequen

9-10MS-4Xi Imager User ManualMatch ReplaceMatch ReplaceReplacement StringImportant: The ASCII characters <, >, and , can only be entered as hex

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual9-11MatchcodeMismatch ReplaceReplacement StringImportant: The ASCII characters <, >, and , can only be entered as hex p

9-12MS-4Xi Imager User ManualNew Master PinNew Master PinNew Master Load StatusDefinition: If Matchcode and New Master Pin are enabled and the new mas

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual10-110 Camera and IP SetupContentsThis section provides adjustment parameters for the physical controls of the camera, image

10-2MS-4Xi Imager User ManualCamera and IP Setup by ESPCamera and IP Setup by ESPClick the Setup button to bring up the Camera Setup menu.To open nest

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual10-3Camera and IP SetupCamera and IP Setup Serial CommandsMirrored Image<K514,mirrored image>Window of Interest<K516

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual1-11Quick StartStep 9 — Test Read RateRead Rate indicates the number of successful decodes per second achieved by the imager.

10-4MS-4Xi Imager User ManualVideoVideoThe Video view is similar to the EZ Mode interface, in that the user has the ability to perform the same Locate

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual10-5Camera and IP SetupEvaluationIn Evaluation, you can view images currently in the imager, capture and decode a symbol, sav

10-6MS-4Xi Imager User ManualEvaluationHistogramNote: Since histograms are performed in the imager, the results will be saved regardless of whether th

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual10-7Camera and IP SetupLine Scan1. From the Evaluation tab, click the Line Scan button. A window like that shownbelow will ap

10-8MS-4Xi Imager User ManualCalibrationCalibrationThe Calibration interface in ESP is a powerful and intuitive way to optimize the imager’s performan

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual10-9Camera and IP SetupWindow of InterestThe active pixel area of the image sensor is called the Window of Interest (WOI). Th

10-10MS-4Xi Imager User ManualWindow of InterestWindow of Interest by ESP1. From the Camera menu, click the WOI tab to bring up Window of Interest.If

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual10-11Camera and IP SetupWindow of Interest by Serial Command The figure shows where to locate the start position of the row a

10-12MS-4Xi Imager User ManualConfiguration DatabaseConfiguration DatabaseThe Configuration Database allows the user to manage multiple configuration

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual10-13Camera and IP SetupDynamic SetupDynamic Setup is used to calculate image capture timing during a read cycle. Without pro

1-12MS-4Xi Imager User ManualConfigure the Imager in ESPStep 10 — Configure the Imager in ESPTo make setup changes to the MS-4Xi, click the App Mode b

10-14MS-4Xi Imager User ManualX-Mode™X-Mode™ The MS-4Xi is equipped with powerful X-Mode™ technology, which provides industry-leading decode performan

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual10-15Camera and IP SetupPixel Sub-Sampling4:1At 4:1, 4 pixel signals from 2 adjacent rows and columns are combined so that on

10-16MS-4Xi Imager User ManualPixel Sub-SamplingAEC/AGC ModeNote: AEC/AGC Mode is only applicable to the High Speed version of the MS-4Xi.AECAEC enabl

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual10-17Camera and IP SetupCamera SettingsCamera Settings are typically obtained during the calibration process, and do not nece

10-18MS-4Xi Imager User ManualCamera SettingsMS-4Xi Low Density (SD Optics), 4” Focal DistanceShutter SpeedGainUsage: Faster shutter speeds reduce blu

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual10-19Camera and IP SetupFocal DistanceDefinition: This command returns the Imager’s factory preset focal distance.Serial Cmd:

10-20MS-4Xi Imager User ManualFocal Distance Table (Read-Only)Focal Distance Table (Read-Only)Number of Focal DistancesFocal DistanceDefinition: Speci

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual10-21Camera and IP SetupMirrored ImageRegular ImageWhen Regular Image is enabled, images will be processed as they appear upo

10-22MS-4Xi Imager User ManualIllumination BrightnessIllumination BrightnessConstantWhen set to Constant, the illumination is the same as the Medium s

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual10-23Camera and IP SetupSkew CorrectionNote: Skew Correction does not apply to the High Speed version of the MS-4Xi, which ha

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual1-13Quick StartStep 11 — Save Configuration in ESPTo make changes to a configuration setting:Saving Options• Send, No Save. C

10-24MS-4Xi Imager User ManualSkew CorrectionLine SpeedDistortion is corrected by shifting image rows in the direction opposite the symbol’s movement

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual10-25Camera and IP SetupSymbol DirectionIf a symbol enters the field of view from the left, it will be skewed as shown in the

10-26MS-4Xi Imager User ManualMorphological Pre-ProcessingMorphological Pre-ProcessingMorphological Pre-Processing allows the user to select the metho

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual10-27Camera and IP SetupMorphological Operation and Operator SizeMorphological OperationErodeErode increases the dark cell si

10-28MS-4Xi Imager User ManualMorphological Operation and Operator SizeOpenOpen removes minor light defects of dark cells by performing a Dilate funct

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual10-29Camera and IP SetupOperator SizeDefinition: Operator Size determines the size of the area or “pixel neighborhood” (measu

10-30MS-4Xi Imager User ManualMorphological Operation and Operator Size

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual11-111 ConfigurationDatabaseContentsThis section concerns the various capture settings and processing settings that can be us

11-2MS-4Xi Imager User ManualConfiguration Database Serial CommandsConfiguration Database Serial CommandsNumber of Active Indexes<K252,number of ac

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual11-3Configuration DatabaseNumber of Active IndexesDatabase SortNumber of Active Indexes by ESPUsage:Useful for applications t

1-14MS-4Xi Imager User ManualSave Configuration in ESP

11-4MS-4Xi Imager User ManualConfiguration Database StatusConfiguration Database StatusIndexShutter SpeedGainPixel Sub-SamplingImportant: Sub-sampling

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual11-5Configuration DatabaseRow PointerColumn PointerRow DepthColumn WidthDefinition: The image dimension settings can be appli

11-6MS-4Xi Imager User ManualConfiguration Database StatusThreshold ModeFixed Threshold ValueProcessing ModeNarrow MarginsBackground ColorSerial Cmd:

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual11-7Configuration DatabaseSymbologyDisabledWhen Symbology is disabled, the database uses the current Symbology setup to deter

11-8MS-4Xi Imager User ManualConfiguration Database StatusCode 39 (Add 16)If enabled, Code 39 will be active for this database index.Codabar (Add 32)I

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual11-9Configuration DatabaseMicro QR Code (Add 65536)If enabled, Micro QR Code will be active for this database index.Aztec Cod

11-10MS-4Xi Imager User ManualDatabase ModeDatabase ModeSwitch ModeTimeWhen Switch Mode is set to Time, the imager will load the next database entry t

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual11-11Configuration DatabaseImage Process LoopingDisabledWhen Image Process Looping is set to Disabled, an image is captured f

11-12MS-4Xi Imager User ManualDatabase ModeImage DimensionsWindow of Interest (WOI) by ESPWhen Image Dimensions is set to Window of Interest, the data

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual11-13Configuration DatabaseRegion of Interest (ROI)When Image Dimensions is set to Region of Interest, the database image dim

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual2-12 Using ESPContentsThis section is designed to help you understand the basic structure and elements of ESP (Easy Setup Pro

11-14MS-4Xi Imager User ManualDatabase ModeRegion of Interest (ROI) by ESPWhen Image Dimensions is set to Region of Interest, the database image dimen

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual11-15Configuration DatabaseSave Current Settings to Configuration DatabaseExample: <K255+,5>This command phrase saves t

11-16MS-4Xi Imager User ManualLoad Current Settings from Configuration DatabaseLoad Current Settings from Configuration DatabaseExample:<K255-,5>

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual11-17Configuration DatabaseRequest Selected Index SettingsExample:<K255?,5>This command phrase returns the configuratio

11-18MS-4Xi Imager User ManualRequest All Configuration Database SettingsRequest All Configuration Database SettingsExample:<K255?>This command

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual12-112 TerminalContentsThis section describes the Terminal window and macro functions in ESP.Terminal Window...

12-2MS-4Xi Imager User ManualTerminal WindowTerminal WindowThe following view will appear:The Terminal screen allows you to send serial commands to th

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual12-3TerminalFindThe Find function allows you to enter text strings to be searched for in the Terminal window. For example, a

12-4MS-4Xi Imager User ManualSendSendThe Send function allows you to enter serial commands and then send them to the imager.1. Type the command into t

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual12-5TerminalMacrosMacros can be stored in a macro selection bar, edited in a separate window, and executed by clicking on the

2-2MS-4Xi Imager User ManualEZ ModeEZ ModeIn EZ Mode you are presented with the Locate, Calibrate, and Test options. After connecting to your imager,

12-6MS-4Xi Imager User ManualTerminal Window MenusTerminal Window MenusRight-click on the Terminal window to display the following menu:Terminal Dropd

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual13-113 UtilitiesContentsUtility commands are generally commands that are performed during imager operations to check or deter

13-2MS-4Xi Imager User ManualSerial Utility CommandsSerial Utility CommandsNote: For a list of all K commands, see Serial Configuration Commands.Type

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual13-3Utilities<Zc>Save Current Settings as Customer Default Parameters for Power-OnDefault/Reset/Save <Zrd>Recall

13-4MS-4Xi Imager User ManualRead RateRead RateClick the Utilities button and then the Read Rate tab to display the Read Rate view.To see the number o

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual13-5UtilitiesRead Rate Serial Utility CommandsEnter Decodes/Second TestSending <C> instructs the imager to transmit the

13-6MS-4Xi Imager User ManualCountersCountersCounter commands can be a numeric value from 00000 to 65535. After reaching the maximum numeric limit of

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual13-7UtilitiesCounters by Serial CommandNo Read CounterSending <N> displays the total number of No Reads that have occur

13-8MS-4Xi Imager User ManualDevice ControlDevice ControlDevice Control by Serial CommandOutput 1 PulseSending <L1> activates the link between O

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual13-9UtilitiesDifferences from DefaultClicking the Differences from Default button will cause ESP to check all stored configur

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual2-3Using ESPApplication ModeFrom EZ Mode, you can click on the App Mode button to access specific configuration menus, Utilit

13-10MS-4Xi Imager User ManualMaster DatabaseMaster DatabaseImportant: The Master Database is used for all Matchcode modes except Sequential and Wild

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual13-11UtilitiesMaster Symbol Database SizeCaution: Since the total number of characters available for the master symbol databa

13-12MS-4Xi Imager User ManualMaster DatabaseEnter Master Symbol DataUsage: Allows you to enter master symbol data for any enabled master symbol index

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual13-13UtilitiesRequest Master Symbol DataRequest All Master Symbol DataDefinition: Returns master symbol data for any enabled

13-14MS-4Xi Imager User ManualRead Next Symbol as Master SymbolRequest New Master Status(See also New Master Pin in Matchcode.)Definition:After you’ve

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual13-15UtilitiesDelete Master Symbol DataDefinition:You can directly delete the master symbol data by serial command or by ESP.

13-16MS-4Xi Imager User ManualFirmwareFirmwareFirmware UpdateApplication code versions are specific to your imager. Consult with your sales representa

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual13-17UtilitiesFirmware VerificationRequest Part Number by ESPYou can send a request to the imager for part numbers, checksums

13-18MS-4Xi Imager User ManualFirmwareRequest Checksum by ESPYou can send a request to the imager for part numbers, checksums, boot code, and applicat

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual13-19UtilitiesDefault/Reset/SaveUnderstanding and controlling your imager’s active, saved, and default settings is critical t

MS-4Xi Imager User ManualiiiIntroductionTable of ContentsChapter 1 Quick Start Step 1 Check Hardware ...

2-4MS-4Xi Imager User ManualMenu ToolbarMenu ToolbarFile > NewWhenever New is selected, the default configuration of ESP is loaded. Open/SaveWhen S

13-20MS-4Xi Imager User ManualDefault/Reset/SaveCustomer Default ParametersCustomer default parameters (saved by <Zc>) are the same set of param

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual13-21UtilitiesImager Status Requests<?> Status ByteThe imager responds to a status request <?> with a two charact

13-22MS-4Xi Imager User ManualImager Status Requests<Knnn?> Single Status RequestThis request will return the value of the variables associated

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual13-23UtilitiesLearn OperationsLearnSending the <LEARN> command from ESP’s Terminal will put the imager into a mode of o

13-24MS-4Xi Imager User ManualOther Operational Serial CommandsOther Operational Serial CommandsThe following serial utility commands can be entered f

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual13-25UtilitiesBar Code Configuration ModeBar Code Configuration Mode can be entered three different ways:1. By forcing the im

13-26MS-4Xi Imager User ManualOther Operational Serial Commands

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual14-114 Output FormatContentsThis section explains how to control the formatting and filtering of decoded symbol data for outp

14-2MS-4Xi Imager User ManualOutput Format Serial CommandsOutput Format Serial CommandsFormat Extract <K740,output index,start location,length>F

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual14-3Output FormatOutput Format StatusOutput Format Status DisabledWhen Output Format Status is set to Disabled, output format

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual2-5Using ESPModelIn the Model menu you can select any of the models supported by ESP. When you choose a different model, the

14-4MS-4Xi Imager User ManualFormat AssignFormat AssignSymbol NumberStatusFormat Assign by ESPDefinition: Symbol Number refers to the number of the sy

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual14-5Output FormatFormat ExtractOutput IndexStart LocationLengthDefinition:Output Index refers to the database entry you wish

14-6MS-4Xi Imager User ManualFormat AssignFormat Extract by ESPMultiple character sequences can be extracted and inserted using Symbol Parse. In this

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual14-7Output FormatFormat InsertOutput IndexLengthHex StringDefinition:Output Index refers to the database entry you wish to mo

14-8MS-4Xi Imager User ManualFormat InsertFormat Insert by ESPThe Insert process is very similar to the Extract process, except that Insert allows the

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual14-9Output FormatOutput Filter ConfigurationRules for Output Filter ConfigurationOutput Filter Configuration Rule # 1 Each sy

14-10MS-4Xi Imager User ManualOutput Filter ConfigurationFilter NumberSymbologyDefinition: This is the filter index number that represents the positio

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual14-11Output FormatLength WildcardPlaceholderDefinition: Specifies the length of the decoded symbol allowed to occupy this lo

14-12MS-4Xi Imager User ManualOutput Filter ConfigurationDataDatabase IndexDefinition:This is the data string to be used when comparing symbol data fo

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual14-13Output FormatOrdered Output Filter Configuration by ESPDouble-clicking on a row in the Ordered Output table brings up th

2-6MS-4Xi Imager User ManualMenu ToolbarOptionsThe Options menu allows you to save memos and set up ESP Preferences.Note: Preferences will be saved an

14-14MS-4Xi Imager User ManualNumber of FiltersNumber of FiltersDefinition: Number of Filters refers to the number of active output filters. 0 disable

MS-4Xi Imager User ManualA-1AppendicesContentsAppendix A General Specifications ...

A-2MS-4Xi Imager User ManualGeneral SpecificationsAppendix A — General SpecificationsMechanicalHeight: 1" (25.4 mm)Width: 1.8" (45.7 mm)Dept

MS-4Xi Imager User ManualA-3AppendicesRead RangesNarrow-bar-width Field of View Read Range1D 2D (maximum)Standard Density.0075" (0.19 mm) .010&qu

A-4MS-4Xi Imager User ManualGeneral SpecificationsSafety CertificationsFCC, UL/cUL, CE, CB Class A, RoHS/WEEERoHS/WEEE Compliant©2015 Microscan System

Note: Additional accessories are available in the Microscan Product Pricing Catalog. MS-4Xi Imager User Manual A-5AppendicesFIS OptionsAccessoriesMS-4

A-6MS-4Xi Imager User ManualElectrical SpecificationsAppendix B — Electrical SpecificationsPower: 10-30 VDC, 200 mV p-p max ripple, 132 mA @ 24 VDC (t

MS-4Xi Imager User ManualA-7AppendicesQX-1 ConnectorsConnector T on the QX-1 Interface Device is the Trigger connector.Connectors 1, 2, and 3 can be u

A-8MS-4Xi Imager User ManualElectrical SpecificationsOptoisolated OutputsThe reader has optoisolated outputs that can transfer signals from the reader

MS-4Xi Imager User ManualA-9AppendicesPNP Output for Host Input

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual2-7Using ESPPreferences > Terminal TabShow Non-Printable Characters When Show Non-Printable Characters is enabled, charact

A-10MS-4Xi Imager User ManualCommunication Protocol CommandsPNP Output for External Load

MS-4Xi Imager User ManualA-11AppendicesOptoisolated InputsAll discrete inputs are optoisolated. Inputs can be configured as either NPN or PNP, but NPN

A-12MS-4Xi Imager User ManualElectrical SpecificationsPNP

MS-4Xi Imager User ManualA-13AppendicesOutput Wiring

A-14MS-4Xi Imager User ManualSerial Configuration CommandsAppendix C — Serial Configuration CommandsNote: For a list of utility commands such as read

MS-4Xi Imager User ManualA-15AppendicesMicro QR Code <K459,status>Postal Symbologies <K460,postal symbology type,POSTNET status,PLANET status

A-16MS-4Xi Imager User ManualSerial Configuration CommandsImage Output <K739,image output mode,communication port,file format,JPEG quality>Targe

MS-4Xi Imager User ManualA-17AppendicesDelete Master Symbol Data <K231,master symbol number,>Match Replace <K735,status,match replacement str

A-18MS-4Xi Imager User ManualSerial Configuration CommandsSerial Command FormatSerial commands are of two types: utility and configuration. Rules that

MS-4Xi Imager User ManualA-19AppendicesConcatenating Configuration CommandsCommands can be concatenated (added together) in a single string or data bl

2-8MS-4Xi Imager User ManualMenu ToolbarPreferences > Bar Code Options TabThe Bar Code Options dialog allows you to set the size of user-created sy

A-20MS-4Xi Imager User ManualCommunications ProtocolAppendix D — Communications ProtocolCommunications Protocol Command TableProtocol Command(Mnemonic

MS-4Xi Imager User ManualA-21AppendicesACK/NAK Data Flow ExamplesSetup 1Transfer 1Transfer 2Error ConditionTransfer 1Transfer 2RES 0x00 (disabled)REQ

A-22MS-4Xi Imager User ManualCommunications ProtocolSetup 2Transfer 1Transfer 2Error ConditionTransfer 1RES 0x00 (disabled)REQ 0x00 (disabled)STX 0x00

MS-4Xi Imager User ManualA-23AppendicesSetup 3Transfer 1Transfer 2RES 0x00 (disabled)REQ 0x00 (disabled)STX 0x28 ‘(‘ETX 0x29 ‘)’ACK 0x06NAK 0x15LRC en

A-24MS-4Xi Imager User ManualCommunications ProtocolSetup 4Transfer 1Transfer 2Error ConditionTransfer 1RES 0x21 ‘!’REQ 0x3D ‘=’STX 0x28 ‘(‘ETX 0x29 ‘

MS-4Xi Imager User ManualA-25AppendicesPolling Mode Data Flow ExamplesSetup 1Transfer 1Transfer 2Starting with a ‘RES’ ensures a clean transaction, wi

A-26MS-4Xi Imager User ManualCommunications ProtocolError Condition 2The protocol makes 3 retry attempts before data is flushed and transfer is aborte

MS-4Xi Imager User ManualA-27AppendicesSetup 2Transfer 1Transfer 2Starting with a ‘RES’ ensures a clean transaction, without “leftovers” from the prev

A-28MS-4Xi Imager User ManualCommunications ProtocolError Condition 2Error Condition 3The protocol makes 3 retry attempts before data is flushed and t

MS-4Xi Imager User ManualA-29AppendicesAppendix E — ASCII TableDec Hex Mne Ctrl Dec Hex Ch Dec Hex Ch Dec Hex Ch00 00 NUL ^@ 32 20 SP 64 40 @ 96 60 `0

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual2-9Using ESPPreferences > Advanced TabThe Auto Sync options at the top of the Advanced tab allow you to determine whether

A-30MS-4Xi Imager User ManualOperational TipsAppendix F — Operational TipsCleaningThe MS-4Xi has a hard-coated window that should only be cleaned with

MS-4Xi Imager User ManualA-31AppendicesAppendix G — Using an External TriggerTwo types of inputs are used on Microscan readers. 5 volt devices have NP

A-32MS-4Xi Imager User ManualMS-4Xi Image OutputAppendix H — MS-4Xi Image OutputThis section explains how to extract (download) a video-captured image

MS-4Xi Imager User ManualA-33AppendicesUpload Image Select a file from the file list above, and then send the command: <uy,path/filename.extension&

A-34MS-4Xi Imager User ManualMS-4Xi Image OutputBit Stream MethodA more difficult method is to parse and decode the bit stream data. The bit stream is

MS-4Xi Imager User ManualA-35AppendicesAppendix I — Glossary of TermsAberration — The failure of an optical lens to produce an exact point-to-point co

A-36MS-4Xi Imager User ManualGlossary of TermsCharge-Coupled Device (CCD) — A semiconductor device with an array of light-sensitive elements that conv

MS-4Xi Imager User ManualA-37AppendicesEdge Enhancement — Image processing method to strengthen high-spatial frequencies in the image. EPROM — See Era

A-38MS-4Xi Imager User ManualGlossary of TermsHalf Duplex — A communications system in which signals can travel between devices in both directions, bu

MS-4Xi Imager User ManualA-39AppendicesOutput — A channel or communications line. Data or discrete signals that are transmitted or displayed by a devi

2-10MS-4Xi Imager User ManualMenu ToolbarPreferences > Advanced Tab (cont.)Ask to Save ESP File when QuittingWhen enabled, prompts the user to save

A-40MS-4Xi Imager User ManualGlossary of TermsRegion — Area of an image. Also called a region of interest for image processing operations.ROM — See Re

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual2-11Using ESPDocument MemoThe information you type in the Document Memo field will appear in a context-sensitive text box whe

2-12MS-4Xi Imager User ManualMenu ToolbarConnectThe Connect dropdown menu allows the user to access the Connection Wizard, as well as the Autoconnect

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual2-13Using ESPViewThe View menu allows you to move quickly between interfaces without using the icon buttons on the App Mode t

ivMS-4Xi Imager User ManualTable of ContentsChapter 5 Read CycleRead Cycle by ESP...

2-14MS-4Xi Imager User ManualNavigating in ESPNavigating in ESPTo change imager settings, or to access the Utilities, Camera, Terminal, or Output Form

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual2-15Using ESPSend/Receive OptionsTo a cc e ss Receive, Save, and Default options, click the Send/Recv button. You can also a

2-16MS-4Xi Imager User ManualSend/Receive OptionsDefaultingWhen you select Default Current Menu Settings or Default all ESP Settings, you are only def

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual2-17Using ESPUsing EZ TraxFor detailed information about using EZ Trax, refer to the Help menu in EZ Trax software, or the EZ

2-18MS-4Xi Imager User ManualUsing EZ Trax

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual3-13 CommunicationsContentsThis section explains how to set up communications parameters with the host. With Microscan’s ESP

3-2MS-4Xi Imager User ManualCommunications by ESPCommunications by ESPClick the Parameters button and then the Communication tab.To open nested option

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual3-3CommunicationsCommunications Serial CommandsHost Port Connections <K100,baud rate,parity,stop bits,data bits>Etherne

3-4MS-4Xi Imager User ManualHost Port ConnectionsHost Port ConnectionsThe host port can be configured with RS-232 connections. The following settings

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual3-5CommunicationsHost Port ProtocolNote: In all protocol modes, the preamble <K141> and postamble <K142> characte

MS-4Xi Imager User ManualvIntroductionNo Read Message... 7-7Output Ind

3-6MS-4Xi Imager User ManualACK/NAK OptionsACK/NAK OptionsRES-NAK DefaultsThe following are general outlines of the ACK/NAK protocol. Items that are f

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual3-7CommunicationsPolling Mode OptionsRES-NAK DefaultsNote: See Polling Mode Data Flow Examples for sample Polling Mode commun

3-8MS-4Xi Imager User ManualEthernetEthernetEnables or disables Ethernet connectivity in the imager.IP AddressEnter the IP address of the imager in th

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual3-9CommunicationsSubnetEnter the Subnet address of the imager in this field.GatewayEnter the Gateway address of the imager in

3-10MS-4Xi Imager User ManualEthernetIP Address ModeDetermines how the imager’s IP address will be defined.StaticIn Static Mode, the imager uses the u

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual3-11CommunicationsTCP Port 1One of two TCP ports for Ethernet communication with the imager. The default setting is 2001.Symb

3-12MS-4Xi Imager User ManualEthernetTCP Port 2One of two TCP ports for Ethernet communication with the imager. The default setting is 2003.Symbol Dat

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual3-13CommunicationsSearch and Configure ModeSearch and Configure Mode is intended primarily for initial setup of an imager in

3-14MS-4Xi Imager User ManualResponse TimeoutResponse TimeoutUsage: Only used when a response is required from the host. The reader can be set to wait

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual3-15CommunicationsLRC Status(Longitudinal Redundancy Check)Usage: Used when extra data integrity is required.Definition: An e

viMS-4Xi Imager User ManualTable of ContentsChapter 10 Camera and IP SetupCamera and IP Setup by ESP...

3-16MS-4Xi Imager User ManualProtocol Configuration ExamplesProtocol Configuration ExamplesPoint-to-Point (Main Port)Polling Mode (Main Port)“User-Def

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual3-17CommunicationsASCII Character Entry ModifierCommands that require ASCII text fields, such as Preamble and Postamble comma

3-18MS-4Xi Imager User ManualPreamblePreamblePreamble StatusPreamble CharactersImportant: The ASCII characters <, >, and , can only be entered a

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual3-19CommunicationsPostamblePostamble StatusPostamble CharactersImportant: The ASCII characters <, >, and , can only be

3-20MS-4Xi Imager User ManualPostamble

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual4-14 CalibrationContentsThis section shows the MS-4Xi’s calibration options, and explains the different ways that those optio

4-2MS-4Xi Imager User ManualCalibration Serial CommandsCalibration Serial CommandsCalibration OverviewAutocalibration is one of the most powerful feat

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual4-3CalibrationCalibration OptionsThis command specifies the operation of the imager’s calibration feature. The default config

4-4MS-4Xi Imager User ManualCalibration OptionsDisabled (Shutter Speed)When this feature is disabled, the shutter speed is fixed and is not part of th

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual4-5CalibrationSymbol TypeDisabledWhen this feature is disabled, only the currently-enabled symbologies will be considered dur

MS-4Xi Imager User ManualviiIntroductionLearn Operations... 13-23Other O

4-6MS-4Xi Imager User ManualCalibration OptionsWindow of Interest (WOI) FramingIf WOI framing is not enabled, the current WOI configuration will be us

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual4-7CalibrationDisabledWhen this feature is disabled, the Window of Interest is not modified after the calibration process is

4-8MS-4Xi Imager User ManualCalibration OptionsStraight LineThis feature is intended for use with linear symbologies. If the calibration process is su

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual4-9CalibrationWindow of Interest (WOI) MarginLine Scan HeightProcessingLowThe imager will spend a low amount of effort attemp

4-10MS-4Xi Imager User ManualCalibration by ESPCalibration by ESPESP’s Calibration view incorporates all the functionality of the <K529> (Calibr

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual4-11CalibrationAfter CalibrationNotice the improved image resolution after the calibration process is complete.The calibratio

4-12MS-4Xi Imager User ManualInitiating CalibrationInitiating CalibrationCalibration can be initiated by serial command, the EZ button, or from the Ca

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual4-13CalibrationCalibration Progress IndicatorsDuring the calibration process, the imager has a number of ways to communicate

4-14MS-4Xi Imager User ManualInitiating CalibrationCalibration Progress Output to TerminalWhen initiated by serial command or EZ button, the autocalib

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual4-15CalibrationFocus PassThe purpose of Focus Pass is to determine the optimal focal position of the optical system. This is

viiiMS-4Xi Imager User ManualAbout the MS-4X ImagerAbout the MS-4Xi ImagerThe key features of the MS-4Xi Imager are:• Powerful X-Mode™ decoding techno

4-16MS-4Xi Imager User ManualInitiating CalibrationMedium PassThe theory behind Medium Pass is to develop a readable range from which to dial in a dec

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual4-17CalibrationFine-Tune PassThe theory behind Fine-Tune Pass is to dial in a decoded symbol based on the range supplied by t

4-18MS-4Xi Imager User ManualAdditional Notes about CalibrationAdditional Notes about CalibrationThe following conditions apply to the imager’s calibr

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual5-15 Read CycleContentsAfter you’ve established communications and completed basic read rate testing, you will need to addres

5-2MS-4Xi Imager User ManualRead Cycle by ESPRead Cycle by ESPTo change a setting, double-click the setting and use your cursor to scroll through the

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual5-3Read CycleRead Cycle Serial CommandsTrigger Mode/Filter Duration<K200,trigger mode,leading edge trigger filter,trailing

5-4MS-4Xi Imager User ManualRead Cycle SetupRead Cycle SetupSetting up read cycle and triggering parameters will involve a series of decisions based o

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual5-5Read CycleMultisymbolNumber of SymbolsMultisymbol SeparatorImportant: The ASCII characters <, >, and , can only be e

5-6MS-4Xi Imager User ManualTrigger Mode and Filter DurationTrigger Mode and Filter DurationTrigger ModeContinuous ReadDefinition: The Trigger is the

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual5-7Read CycleContinuous Read 1 OutputCaution: In automated environments, Continuous Read 1 Output is not recommended because

MS-4X Imager User Manual ixIntroductionWarning and Caution Summary• Viewing the MS-4Xi’s LED output with optical instruments such as magnifiers, eye l

5-8MS-4Xi Imager User ManualTrigger Mode and Filter DurationExternal LevelImportant: Level and Edge apply to the active logic state (Active Open or Ac

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual5-9Read CycleSerial DataNote: In Serial Data, sending a non-delimited start serial character will start a read cycle; however

5-10MS-4Xi Imager User ManualTrigger Mode and Filter DurationLeading Edge Trigger FilterTrailing Edge Trigger FilterUsage: Used to ignore spurious tri

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual5-11Read CycleExternal Trigger PolarityUsage: Allows users to select the trigger polarity that will be used in their applicat

5-12MS-4Xi Imager User ManualSerial TriggerSerial TriggerSerial Trigger Character (Delimited)Note: Serial Data or Serial Data or External Edge trigger

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual5-13Read CycleStart Trigger Character (Non-Delimited)Important: The ASCII characters <, >, and , can only be entered as

5-14MS-4Xi Imager User ManualStop Trigger Character (Non-Delimited)Stop Trigger Character (Non-Delimited)Important: The ASCII characters <, >, a

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual5-15Read CycleEnd of Read CycleEnd of Read Cycle ModeNote: When operating in Continuous Read or Continuous Read 1 Output, the

5-16MS-4Xi Imager User ManualEnd of Read CycleNew TriggerTimeout or New TriggerLast FrameLast Frame or New TriggerRead Cycle TimeoutUsage: New Trigger

MS-4Xi Imager User Manual5-17Read CycleCapture ModeRapid CaptureContinuous CaptureDefinition: Capture Mode relates to the way that images are captured