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Quick Start Guide

General View

1 = Laser Beam Output Window

2 = POWER ON LED

3 = Warning and Device Class Labels

4 = Accessory Mounting Holes

5 = Mounting Holes

6 = LEDs

7 = Push Button

NOTE:

The Quick Start Guide describes stand-alone application. For other types of installations, such as ID-

NET™, Pass-Through, Multiplexer Layout, etc. and for a complete scanner configuration using

GeniusPlus configuration program, refer to the TCNM-AD/EX Manual.

STEP 1 – Connect the System

NOTE: This section illustrates a standalone application. For a pass-through installation, refer to the

appropriate section. For complete scanner configuration using the GeniusPlus configuration program,

refer to the Context-Sensitive Help On-Line.

To connect the system in a standalone configuration, you need the hardware indicated below. In this layout, the data is

transmitted to the Host on the main serial interface.

• In Local Echo communication mode, data is transmitted on the RS-232 auxiliary interface independently from the

main interface selection.

• When On Line Operating mode is used, the scanner is activated by an External Trigger (photoelectric sensor) when

the object enters its reading zone.

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Barcode

Scanner

Host

Trigger

* Presence Sensor

(for On-Line mode)

MAIN

I/O, AUX

TCNM-ACBB1

Figure 1. Barcode scanner in a standalone layout

TCNM-ACBB1 Pinout

The table below gives the pinout of the TCNM-ACBB1 terminal block connectors. Use this pinout when the barcode scanner

is connected using the TCNM-ACBB1:

TCNM-ACBB1 Terminal Block Connectors

Input Power Outputs

Vdc Power Supply Input Voltage + +V Power Source - Outputs

GND Power Supply Input Voltage – –V Power Reference - Outputs

Earth Protection Earth Ground O1+ Output 1 +

O1– Output 1 –

Inputs O2+ Output 2 +

+V Power Source – External Trigger O2- Output 2 –

I1A External Trigger A (polarity

insensitive) Auxiliary Interface

I1B External Trigger B (polarity

insensitive) TX Auxiliary Interface TX

–V Power Reference – External Trigger RX Auxiliary Interface RX

+V Power Source – Inputs SGND Auxiliary Interface Reference

I2A Input 2 A (polarity insensitive) ID-NET™

I2B Input 2 B (polarity insensitive) REF Network Reference

–V Power Reference – Inputs ID+ ID-NET™network +

Shield ID– ID-NET™network –

Shield Network Cable Shield

Main Interface

RS232 RS485 Full-

Duplex RS485 Half-Duplex

TX TX+ RTX+

RTS TX– RTX–

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TCNM-ACBB1 Terminal Block Connectors

RX 1RX+

CTS 1RX–

SGND SGND SGND

CAUTION: Do not connect GND, SGND, and REF to different (external) ground references. GND, SGND,

and REF are internally connected through filtering circuitry that can be permanently damaged if

subjected to voltage drops over 0.8 Vdc.

25-pin Connector Pinout

The table below gives the pinout of the 25-pin male D-sub connector for connection to the power supply and input/output

signals. Use this pinout when the barcode scanner is connected using the 25-pin connector:

2514

Figure 2. 25-pin male D-sub connector

25-pin D-sub male connector pinout

Pin Name Function

13, 9 Vdc Power supply input voltage +

25, 7 GND Power supply input voltage –

1 CHASSIS Cable shield connected to chassis

18 I1A External Trigger A (polarity insensitive)

19 I1B External Trigger B (polarity insensitive)

6 I2A Input 2 A (polarity insensitive)

10 I2B Input 2 B (polarity insensitive)

8 O1+ Output 1 +

22 O1– Output 1 –

11 O2+ Output 2 +

12 O2– Output 2 –

20 RX Auxiliary RS232 RX

21 TX Auxiliary RS232 TX

23 ID+ ID-NET™network +

24 ID– ID-NET™network –

14, 15, 16, 17 NC Not Connected

1Do not leave floating, see connection details.

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25-pin D-sub male connector pinout

Pin Name RS232 RS485 Full-Duplex RS485 Half-Duplex

2 INTERFACE TX TX+ RTX+

3 (SW SELECTABLE) RX RX+ 2-

4 RTS TX– RTX–

5 CTS RX– 2-

STEP 2 – Mounting and Positioning the System

1. To mount the barcode scanner, use the mounting bracket to obtain the most suitable position for the reader as

shown in the figures below.

Skew

Tilt

Skew

Pitch

Figure 3. Positioning with mounting bracket

2. When mounting the barcode scanner, take into consideration these three ideal label position angles: Skew 10° to

30°, Tilt 0° and Pitch 0°.

Ensure at least 10° Minimize

Tilt Angle

Minimize

Pitch Angle

Skew Angle

Figure 4. Skew, Tilt, and Pitch Angles

3. Refer to the Reading Diagrams to determine the distance at which your scanner should be positioned.

2Do not leave floating, see connection details.

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STEP 3 – SMART-TEACH Configuration

SMART-TEACH is the intuitive Human Machine Interface designed to improve ease of installation and maintenance. Status

and diagnostic information are presented using the five colored LEDs, and the single push button gives immediate access

to the following functions:

•AutoLearn—to self-detect and auto-configure for reading unknown

barcodes (by type and length)

•AutoSetup—to self-optimize and auto-configure reading performance

in demanding applications

•Test Mode with bar-graph visualization—to check static reading

performance

SETUP

LEARN

TEST

READY

GOOD

TRIGGER

COM

STATUS

NOTE: If using the TCNM-ACM-OM110 accessory, when entering the SMART-TEACH interface, the

Oscillating Mirror remains in the default fixed position (–15°) to make barcode reading easier while

performing the SMART-TEACH functions.

Table 1: Indicators

Label Color Meaning

READY Green Indicates the device is ready to operate

GOOD Green Confirms successful reading

TRIGGER Yellow Indicates the status of the reading phase

COM Yellow Indicates active communication on main serial port

STATUS Red Indicates a NO READ result

During the reader startup (reset or restart phase), all the LEDs blink for one second.

On the back of the reader near the cable, the “POWER ON” LED indicates the laser scanner is correctly powered.

Auto Learn

If you are configuring your scanner using SMART-TEACH, you must start with the Auto Learn procedure.

1. Hold the SMART-TEACH push button pressed until the LEARN LED is on.

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2. Release the button to enter the Auto Learn function. The reader begins to automatically detect and recognize

barcodes (by type and length) that are presented to it3. The laser turns on and the LEARN LED blinks to indicate

the ongoing process.

SETUP

LEARN

TEST

READY

GOOD

TRIGGER

COM

STATUS

green

yellow

red

1. Place the desired barcode on the scanline.

2. Wait until the LEARN LED is steady ON (indicating the

reader has detected the barcode).

3. Repeat, if needed, the above two steps to program up to

10 different barcodes (the LEARN LED returns to the

blinking state for the next code). If more than one barcode

is detected in the scan line, the Multi Label mode is

enabled (refer to TCNM-AD/EX/SP Family Software

Configuration Parameter Guide help file).

3. Exit the process by pressing the SMART-TEACH push button once. The scanner restarts at the end of the process,

and then the detected barcodes are automatically configured in the scanner memory.

NOTE: If the barcode cannot be read because of low contrast or excessive ambient light, you can

perform the AutoSetup function to optimize the optical parameters. Then you can perform Auto Learn to

recognize the barcode symbology.

NOTE: On exit from Auto Learn, the following parameters are forced: Code Combination = Single Label,

Reading Mode = Linear. If necessary, these parameters can be changed through GeniusPlus.

Auto Setup (Optional)

At the end of the Auto Learn procedure, you may follow the Auto Setup procedure to set up the reading parameters.

1. Hold the SMART-TEACH push button pressed until the SETUP LED is on.

2. Release the button to enter the Auto Setup function.

3. Once entered, if a barcode label is positioned in front of the scanline, the scanner automatically performs the

optimal setup of the reading parameters for that specific barcode.

SETUP

LEARN

TEST

READY

GOOD

TRIGGER

COM

STATUS

green

yellow

red

1. Place the desired barcode on the scanline.

2. Enter the Auto Setup function (the laser turns on and the

SETUP LED blinks to indicate the ongoing process).

3. Wait until the SETUP LED stays steady ON (indicating the

reader has detected the barcode).

This procedure ends either when the barcode is successfully decoded or after a timeout of about 7 seconds. The scanner

restarts at the end of the process, and then the optimized reading parameters for that barcode are automatically

configured in scanner memory.

NOTE: If your application has been configured using SMART-TEACH, go to STEP 5.

Reset Scanner to Factory Default (Optional)

To reset the scanner to the factory default values, hold down the SMART-TEACH push button while powering up the

scanner. At the end of the procedure (about 5–6 seconds), the Configuration and Environmental parameters are reset, and

all LEDs blink simultaneously three times.

3In case of Programming Barcodes, refer to the “Setup Procedure Using Programming Barcodes” document in the product CD.

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STEP 4 – Installing GeniusPlus Configuration Program

GeniusPlus is a scanner configuration tool that provides several important advantages:

• Wizard approach for new users

• Multi-language version

• Defined configuration directly stored in the reader

• Communication protocol independent from the physical interface allowing to consider the reader as a remote object

to be configured and monitored

To install GeniusPlus, insert the GeniusPlus CD-ROM, wait for the CD to autorun, and follow the installation procedure. The

software is compatible with Windows 98, 2000/NT, XP, Vista, Windows 7, and Windows 8.

This configuration procedure assumes scanner connection to a TCNM-ACBB1. GeniusPlus, running on a laptop computer, is

connected to the scanner auxiliary port through the TCNM-ACBB1 9-pin connector. To communicate with the scanner,

GeniusPlus performs an auto baud rate detection starting from its default parameters, which are 115200, 8, N, 1. These

parameters can also be set in the GeniusPlus Tools > Options > Communications window.

Wizard for Quick Reader Setup

After installing the GeniusPlus software program, the

following window appears asking the user to choose the

desired configuration level.

We advise using the Wizard option for rapid configuration or

new users because it shows a step-by-step scanner

configuration.

1Click Create New to create a new configuration.

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a Select a barcode and drag it into one of the slots at

the bottom. Click Next to configure the selected

barcode(s) on the following screen(s).

bSelect Operating Mode and click Next.

On Line operating mode requires the reader to be

connected to an External Trigger/Presence Sensor

using I1A and I1B inputs.

Automatic operating mode does not require

connection to an external Presence Sensor. When

working in this mode, the reader is continuously

scanning while the reading phase is activated each

time a barcode enters the reader reading zone. The

reader stops reading after an N number of scans

without a code. Barcode characters are transmitted on

the serial interface. In case of a failed reading phase,

no message is sent to the host computer.

cConfigure one or both digital outputs by selecting the

desired Activation Event, Deactivation Event, and

specifying Deactivation Timeout. Click Next.

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d Select Hardware Interface Type. Click Next.

eSpecify Output Data Format. Click Next.

2After defining the parameter values, the following

window appears allowing you to complete the reader

configuration as follows:

•Save the configuration to disk

• Switch to Advanced Mode

• Send the configuration to the scanner

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3 After sending the configuration to the scanner, click

Next. You have completed the configuration process.

Click Finish.

4After clicking Finish, the System Information

window displays.

STEP 5 – Test Mode

Use a code suitable to your application to test the system.

1. To enter Test Mode, hold down the SMART-TEACH push button until the TEST LED is on.

2. Once entered, the bar graph on the five LEDs is activated and if the scanner starts reading barcodes, the bar graph

shows the Good Read Rate. In case of no-read condition, only the STATUS LED is on and blinking.

SETUP

LEARN

TEST

READY

GOOD

TRIGGER

COM

STATUS

green

yellow

red

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