Motorola SYMBOL MINISCAN MSXX04 - Manual (Page 47)

Scanning 3 - 5
Scanning Tips
When scanning, make sure the symbol to be scanned is within the scanning range. See Calculating the Usable
Scan Length Method on page 2-8 . Align the bar code with the scan beam. The green decode LED lights to indicate
a successful decode.
Scan the Entire Symbol
• The scan beam must cross every bar and space on the symbol.
• The larger the symbol, the farther away the scanner should be positioned.
• Position the scanner closer for symbols with bars that are close together.
Position at an Angle
Do not position the scanner exactly perpendicular to the bar code. In this position, light can bounce back into the
scanner's exit window and prevent a successful decode.
Trigger Options
Continuous
The laser is enabled continuously and decode processing is continuously active. The scanner can be configured to
scan and transmit a bar code, and then not decode the same bar code or any bar code for a set period of time. See
Timeout Between Decodes on page 10-18 to customize the application to the rate at which bar codes are
presented.
Continuous
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NOTE This option is not recommended during scanner programming via bar code menus.