Laser Scanning - Motorola MC9500-K User Manual

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Angle
Scanning angle is important for promoting quick decodes.
The MC9500-K scans at a 15° angle which improves scanning ergonomics.
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Hold the MC9500-K farther away for larger symbols.
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Move the MC9500-K closer for symbols with bars that are close together.
NOTE Scanning procedures depend on the application and MC9500-K configuration. An application may use
different scanning procedures from the one listed above.

Laser Scanning

Ensure that a scan enabled application is loaded on the MC9500-K.
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Linear Scanning
Figure 4-1
Press and hold the scan button. The laser beam exits from the end of the MC9500-K. Ensure the red scan
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beam covers the entire bar code. The Decode LED lights red to indicate that scanning is in process, then lights
green and a beep sounds, by default, to indicate the bar code was decoded successfully.
Correct
Linear Scanner Aiming Pattern
Figure 4-2
Release the scan button.
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15° Angle
Incorrect