Intermec Sabre 1551C User manual
Sabre 1551C Decoding
Laser Scanner
P/N 068442-002
Quick Reference Guide
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Contents
Overview of the Sabre 1551C Laser Scanner 5
Unpacking the Sabre 1551C Laser Scanner 6
Understanding the Scanner Features 7
Light 7
Beeps 8
Electrical Rating 8
Ordering Cables 8
Connecting the 1551C Laser Scanner 12
Operating the Sabre 1551C Laser Scanner 13
Hand-Held Scanning 13
Hands-Free Scanning 14
Configuring the Marker Beam 15
Configuring for Selected Terminals 16
Troubleshooting 18
Maintaining the Sabre 1551C Laser Scanner 20
Accessories for the Scanner 20
Agency Approvals 22
Patents 23
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Overview of the Sabre 1551C Laser Scanner
The Sabre 1551C laser scanner delivers quick, effortless bar
code scanning. You can use each type of scanner with a portable
terminal in Wand Emulation mode, but it is also designed to
collect data for a specific type of terminal as listed in this table.
Scanner Terminal
1551C0200 Compatible with DEC VT220/320/420 and devices
equipped with an RS-232 PC serial port or terminal
serial port.
1551C0201 An advanced long-range optics scanner with RS-232
PC or terminal serial ports that is compatible with the
same devices as the 1551C0200.
1551C0202 A long-range optics scanner with RS-232 PC or
terminal serial ports that is compatible with the same
devices as the 1551C0200.
1551C0204 A high-visibility optics scanner with RS-232 PC or
terminal serial ports that is compatible with the same
devices as the 1551C0200.
1551C0205 A high-density optics scanner with RS-232 PC or
terminal serial ports that is compatible with the same
devices as the 1551C0200.
1551C0700 Keyboard wedge interface for use with these personal
computers:
•IBM PC XT/AT or PS/2 Mod 30/50/60/80
compatible
•IBM 3151, 317X/318X/319X, 347X
•IBM Thinkpad
•Apple MAC ADB
•Zenith CruisePAD
•Laptops
•TTL RS232
1551C0702 A long-range optics scanner with keyboard interface for
use with the same personal computers as the
1551C0700.
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Configurations (continued)
Scanner Terminal
1551C0704 A high-visibility optics scanner with keyboard
interface for use with the same personal computers as
the 1551C0700.
1551C0705 A high-density optics scanner with keyboard interface
for use with the same personal computers as the
1551C0700.
*Requires an external power supply. See the footnote on page 11 for part
numbers.
Terminals are continually being added to this list. Consequently,
some of the most recent additions may not be shown here.
Contact your local Intermec representative for a current list.
Unpacking the Sabre 1551C Laser Scanner
Your Sabre 1551C laser scanner was thoroughly tested and
inspected before it was shipped from the factory. The shipping
box contains the laser scanner and this document.
Note: Unless you have ordered a kit, you must order the
appropriate interface cables separately. For help, see “Ordering
Cables”later in this guide. For help configuring your scanner,
you may also need to order a Sabre 1551C Decoding Laser
Scanner User’s Manual (Part No. 066104) or find the manual on
the internet at www.intermec.com.
If any of these items are missing or damaged, please contact
your local Intermec representative. Retain the shipping box in
case you need to ship the scanner.
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Understanding the Scanner Features
Please acquaint yourself with these important parts of the
scanner before continuing.
Light
The light indicates the status of the scanner.
Color Description
Yellow The device is scanning.
Green The bar code has been successfully scanned.
None The device is not scanning.
Sabre 1551C Laser Scanner Features
Light
Sound port
Trigger
Scan
window
Cable
1551Q.001
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Beeps
The scanner emits these beeps to indicate either a successful
scan or a situation that requires your attention.
Beep Description
One medium beep A bar code has been read successfully
and you may scan another.
Two beeps (High, Low) A command bar code has been scanned.
Two medium beeps The scanner has been turned on.
Three medium beeps Indicates an error. For help, see
“Troubleshooting” later in this guide.
Electrical Rating
The Sabre 1551C laser scanner electrical ratings are
S
4,5 to
12V; 215 mA.
Ordering Cables
To order a cable, contact your local Intermec representative. Use
this table to determine which cable to order.
1551C020X
Reader/Terminal Cable
Connector Length Part No.
DEC VT220/320/420 8 Pin Modular 6 ft (1.83m) 068414-050
Intermec 944X, 9430,
95XX RJ11 Modular 6 ft (1.83m) 068414-011
Intermec 9465/9450,
J2050, JG2050 11 Pin Fisher 6 ft (1.83m) 068414-046
Intermec J2010,
JG2010, 97XX,
T242X, T246X,
T248X, 5020
10 Pin Modular 6 ft (1.83m) 068414-012
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1551C020X
(cont.)
Reader/Terminal Cable
Connector Length Part No.
Intermec J2010,
JG2010, 97XX,
T242X, T246X,
T248X, 5020
10 Pin Modular 25 ft (1.83m) 068414-055
T2455 10 Pin Modular 6 ft (1.83m) 068414-056
T2455 10 Pin Modular 25 ft (7.63m) 068414-057
MaxiLAN CX,
MaxiLAN DX,
MicroBAR NX,
MaxiBAR, T1700,
5900, 6540 and other
manufacturer
reader/terminal
9 Pin Squeeze
D-Sub 6 ft (1.83m) 068414-063
T241X 16 Pin Amp 6 ft (1.83m) 068414-060
RS-232 DCE* 25 Pin Male
D-Sub 6 ft (1.83m) 068414-001
RS-232 DCE* 25 Pin Male
D-Sub 25 ft (7.71m) 068414-049
RS-232 DTE, 6400,
6550, 5055** 9 Pin Female
D-Sub 6 ft (1.83m) 068426
RS-232 DCE* 25 Pin Female
D-Sub 6 ft (1.83m) 068414-002
RS-232 DCE** 9 Pin Male D-Sub 6 ft (1.83m) 068414-039
RS-232 DCE* 9 Pin Female
D-Sub 6 ft (1.83m) 068414-042
RS-232 DCE* 9 Pin Male D-Sub 6 ft (1.83m) 068414-043
RS-232 DTE** 9 Pin Female
D-Sub 20 ft (6.10m) 068414-044
RS-232 DTE* 25 Pin Male
D-Sub 6 ft (1.83m) 068414-003
RS-232 DTE* 25 Pin Female
D-Sub 6 ft (1.83m) 068414-004
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Ordering Cables (continued)
1551C020X
(cont.)
Reader/Terminal Cable
Connector Length Part No.
RS-232 DCE** 9 Pin Female
D-Sub 6 ft (1.83m) 068414-040
RS-232 DTE** 9 Pin Male D-Sub 6 ft (1.83m) 068414-041
RS-232 DTE, 6400,
6550, 5055** 9 Pin Female
D-Sub 20 ft (6.10m) 068414-045
RS-232 DCE, 6400,
6550, 5055** 9 Pin Female
D-Sub 15 ft (4.60m) 068414-051
MaxiLAN CX, DX,
6540* 9 Pin Female
D-Sub 6 ft (1.83m) 068414-042
1551C070X
Apple Mac ADB Y 4 Pin Mini-DIN 6 ft (1.83m) 068414-024
DEC VT510/520,
PS/2 30/50-80 Y 6 Pin Mini-DIN 6 ft (1.83m) 068414-006
Esprit 200, 400 Y 6 Pin Mini-DIN 6 ft (1.83m) 068414-006
IBM 3151, 347X Y 8 Pin Modular 6 ft (1.83m) 068414-007
IBM 317X, 318X,
319X 5 position DIN 6 ft (1.83m) 068414-030
IBM ThinkPad 6 Pin Mini-DIN 6 ft (1.83m) 068414-025
Intermec 944X, 9430,
95XX RJ11 Modular 6 ft (1.83m) 068414-011
Intermec 9465/9450,
J2050, JG2050 11 Pin Fisher 6 ft (1.83m) 068414-046
Intermec J2010,
JG2010, 97XX,
T242X, T248X, 5020
10 Pin Modular 6 ft (1.83m) 068414-012
Intermec J2010,
JG2010, 97XX,
T242X, T248X,
T246X, 5020
10 Pin Modular 25 ft (1.83m) 068414-055
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