Metrologic Instruments MS863 Barcode Reader User Manual


 
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INTRODUCTION
Metrologic's MS860 and MS863 laser bar code Scanners are high-speed,
aggressive in-counter scanners. Both models have compact, durable housings
for use with applications where counter top space is limited.
The MS860 and MS863 autodiscriminate all standard bar codes. Each model
includes a code-correcting feature (MECCA
©
) that enables the scanner to decode
damaged or truncated codes on the first pass. Both models can be programmed
by using the bar code menus from the ScanSelect
®
Programming Guide or by
using Metrologic's ScanSet
®
IBM
®
compatible software program.
The MS860 has a brushed stainless steel top plate with an optional universal
adapter plate available for purchase that makes it simple to replace older, larger
flatbed scanners with the smaller MS860. The MS860 also has a unique “Touch-
on” power save mode and easily visible LED indicators mounted on the brushed
stainless steel top plate.
The MS863 has a dark gray plastic top instead of the brushed stainless steel of
the MS860. The MS863 also uses IR activation. An optional hardened glass
window is available for both models.
Metrologic also provides a vertical mounting option, so customers can use the
MS860 or MS863 as a projection scanner.
Each version of the MS860 provides three interface options, with full RS-232
protocol available on every scanner. RS-232, OCIA and Light Pen Emulation are
consolidated into the standard model. For simple PC connectivity, a keyboard
wedge interface is also available. Metrologic also offers a patented Hand-Held
Option, which allows users to connect the MS941 Hand-Held Scanner to the
MS860 or MS863 for greater scanning versatility.
MODEL INTERFACE
MS860-1 MS863-1 RS-232, OCIA, Light Pen Emulation
MS860-2 MS863-2 Parallel Output (OCR A/B)
MS860-11 MS863-11 IBM 46XX - RS-485, RS-232, OCIA
MS860-17 MS863-17 Keyboard Wedge, RS-232, Light Pen