Rockwell Automation 2755-SNx Adaptascan Bar Code Readers - Manual (Page 83)

Chapter
5
Publication 2755-6.8
Communicating with a
1746ĆBAS BASIC Module
This application describes how to connect and configure an
AdaptaScan Bar Code Reader to communicate with an SLC 500
processor using the 1746-BAS BASIC module. The bar code reader
is reading a 4 character Interleaved 2 of 5 symbol with a for the
message trailer.
The application includes cable diagrams and configuration
information for the AdaptaScan Reader. It also includes a sample
SLC 500 program which is needed to establish communications
through the RS-232 port of the SLC 5/03 (Frn 6.0) or 5/04.
The hardware items required for this application are:
•
2755-SN3, -SN5 or -SN8 AdaptaScan Bar Code Reader
•
2755-NB40 or -NB41 Wiring Base
•
2755-PW46 or -PW47 Power Supply
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2755-NC43 or -NC48 Configuration Cable
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1746 SLC 500 Processor
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1747 chassis
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1746 power supply
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1746-BAS BASIC module
•
1746-PIC RS-232/DH-485 convertor or 1761-AIC+
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Computer running Windows 3.1 (or later) or Windows 95
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9-to-25 Pin Adapter (for computer with a 25-pin COM port)
The software requirements for this application are:
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2755-ASN AdaptaScan Offline Programming Software
•
9323-PA2x Advanced Programming Software
Publications you might want to refer to include:
Publication Description
2755-837 AdaptaScan Bar Code Readers User Manual
2755-838 AdaptaScan Software User Manual
1746-6.2 BASIC Development Software Programming Manual
1746-6.3 BASIC Language Reference Manual
In addition, you may want to refer to the SLC 500 Hardware and
Software User Manuals.
Overview
Hardware Requirements
Software Requirements
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