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METROLOGIC INSTRUMENTS, INC.
MS2421 / MS2422
Bar Code Scanner
Installation and User’s Guide
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Copyright © 2009 by Metrologic Instruments, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this work may be reproduced, transmitted, or stored in any form or by any means without prior written consent, except by reviewer, who may quote brief passages in a review, or provided for in the Copyright Act of 1976. Trademarks Metrologic is a registered trademark of Metrologic Instruments, Inc.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION Manual Scope ..........................................................................................................................................................................1 Product Overview.....................................................................................................................................................................1 Base Kit Components..........................................................................
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SCANNER OPERATION Scan Zone..............................................................................................................................................................................25 Wake Activation Area (Photocell LED Output) .......................................................................................................................27 Changing the Wake Area Sensitivity Level..............................................................
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INTRODUCTION MANUAL SCOPE This guide provides information on the installation, setup and operation of the MS2421 and the MS2422 scanner only models. If the MS2421 scanner has been integrated with a scale, please refer to the Scale Addendum for detailed instructions on the appropriate cable connections, communication specifications and calibration procedures required by the scale manufacturer and local Weights and Measures Authorities. ® ® This manual is also available for down
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INTRODUCTION BASE KIT COMPONENTS BASE KIT COMPONENTS Part # Description MS242x-105Nz Bar Code Scanner 1 Scanner Only, Scale Ready – Compact x 2 Scanner Only – Sub-Compact D Diamonex Horizontal Window z S Sapphire Horizontal Window ® 00-02407 MetroSelect Configuration Guide 00-02034 MS2xxx Stratos Series Configuration Addendum 00-05311 MS2421 / MS2422 Bar Code Scanner Installation and User’s Guide Guides also available for download at www.metrologic.com. Other items may
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INTRODUCTION OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Part # Description AC to DC Power Transformer - Regulated Output: +5.2V @ 2.5A +12V @ 0.8A 46-00980-R 120V United States and Canada 46-00981-R 220V – 240V Continental European 46-00982-R 220V – 240V United Kingdom 46-00985-R 220V – 240V United Kingdom with 3 Amps fuse 46-00983-R 220V – 240V China 46-00984-R 220V – 240V Australia REPLACEMENT PARTS REPLACEMENT PARTS Part # Description Window types (Diamonex
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INTRODUCTION GENERAL PRECAUTIONS The following are some general precautions to remember when handling the MS2421/MS2422 scanner. DO NOT TURN the unit upside down with the platter in place. Figure 1 DO NOT PRESS on the window in the platter or the vertical window frame. Figure 2 PLATTER REMOVAL No hardware or tools are required to remove the platter (see Figure 3). Refer to the Maintenance section of this manual for additional i
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INTRODUCTION MS2421 / MS2422 SCANNER DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS Design Specifications Operational Light Source: VLD 650 nm Peak Laser Power: <1.5 mW Horizontal Depth of Field: 0 mm - 152 mm (0”- 6”) for 0.33 mm (13 mil) Bar Code Vertical Depth of Field: 0 mm - 216 mm (0”- 8.5”) for 0.33 mm (13 mil) Bar Code Scan Speed: 5400 Scan Lines per Second No. of Scan Lines: 54 (38 Horizontal / 16 Vertical) Motor Speed: 6000 / 6000 RPM (Horizontal / Vertical ) Min Bar Width: 0.127 mm (
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BASE MODEL CHARACTERISTICS MS2421 Scanner Components Figure 5. MS2421 Components Components ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION OF ITEM 1 Volume/Tone Multi-Function Button (see page 35) 2 Blue LED Indicators (see page 29) 3 Speaker 4 Finger Recesses for Lifting 5 High Impact Window Frame / Vertical Window (Laser Aperture) 6 Replaceable Stainless Steel Platter with Diamonex or Sapphire Horizontal Window (Laser Aperture) 7 Flow Direction Indicators 8 Platter Support Bumpers (see
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BASE MODEL CHARACTERISTICS MS2421 Scanner Dimensions Figure 6. MS2421 Dimensions Connector Panel Figure 7. MS2421 Connector Panel * Scale ready MS2421 models supply additional connectors for scale and display communication cabling. The use of these connections is dependent on the specific manufacturer of the scale being integrated. Please refer to the custom Scale Installation Guide for detailed instructions on the appropriate cable hookups and calibration
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BASE MODEL CHARACTERISTICS MS2421 Scanner Caution and Serial Number Labels Figure 8. MS2421 Label Locations (Top) and Examples (Bottom) Caution: To maintain compliance with applicable standards, all circuits connected to the scanner must meet the requirements for SELV (Safety Extra Low Voltage) according to EN/IEC 60950-1. To maintain compliance with standard CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1/UL 60950-1 and norm EN/IEC 60950-1, the power source should meet applicable perfor
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BASE MODEL CHARACTERISTICS MS2422 Scanner Components Figure 9. MS2422 Components Components ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION OF ITEM IN FIGURE 15 1 Volume/Tone Multi-Function Button (see page 35) 2 Blue LED Indicators (see page 29) 3 Speaker (see page 29) 4 Finger Recesses for Lifting (Located Under Platter) 5 High Impact Window Frame / Vertical Window (Laser Aperture) 6 Replaceable Stainless Steel Platter with Diamonex or Sapphire Horizontal Window (Laser Aperture) 7 Flow D
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BASE MODEL CHARACTERISTICS MS2422 Scanner Dimensions Figure 10. MS2422 Dimensions Connector Panel Figure 11. MS2422 Connectors Specifications are subject to change without notice. 10
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BASE MODEL CHARACTERISTICS MS2422 Scanner Caution and Serial Number Labels Figure 12. MS2422 Label Locations (Top) and Examples (Bottom) Caution: To maintain compliance with applicable standards, all circuits connected to the scanner must meet the requirements for SELV (Safety Extra Low Voltage) according to EN/IEC 60950-1. To maintain compliance with standard CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1/UL 60950-1 and norm EN/IEC 60950-1, the power source should meet applicable perfo
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INSTALLATION QUICK INSTALLATION OUTLINE st The following is a quick preview of the steps required for 1 time installations. Each item is discussed in detail later in this section. • Determine clearance, ventilation and service access requirements. • Determine checkout counter layout taking into account package flow, cable routing and power requirements. • Choose the mounting option which provides the best cable/power access and unit stability. • Unpack the unit. • Make the app
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INSTALLATION UNPACKING THE UNIT 1. Make sure the shipping box is top-side up before opening. 2. Remove the accessories box and check the box’s content for the following items. • Product Manuals • Power Supply • Communication Cables Figure 13 3. Lift the scanner out of the shipping box by gripping the bottom of the unit on both sides. Important! Do not lift the unit out of the box by gripping the sides of the platter. 4. Carefully remove the shipping
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INSTALLATION INSTALLING THE UNIT IN THE COUNTER MS2421 Mounting Diagram Figure 17. MS2421 Mounting Diagram Specifications are subject to change without notice. 14
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INSTALLATION INSTALLING THE UNIT IN THE COUNTER MS2422 Mounting Diagram Figure 18. MS2422 Mounting Diagram Specifications are subject to change without notice. 15
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INSTALLATION CABLE INSTALLATION (INTERFACE SPECIFIC) RS232 The following steps describe how to properly install the cables for an RS232 application. The scanner must then be configured to match the host’s RS232 parameters. Cable installation alone does not guarantee that the scanner will communicate properly with the host system. Configuration bar codes are located in the MetroSelect Configuration Guide (MLPN 00-02407x) and the MS2xxx Stratos Series Configuration Addendum (M
