Getting Started
Introduction
The Zebra DS9908 is the newest generation premium hybrid hand-held/hands-free imager.
The DS9908 combines superior 1D and 2D barcode scanning with advanced imaging applications in a light-weight, hands-free/hand-held design. Its unique design offers the performance of a hands-free presentation scanner and the flexibility of a hand-held. The DS9908 automatically switches between hands-free and hand-held modes seamlessly accommodating both presentation and hand-held triggered operation.
Figure 1 DS9908 Scanner
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Interfaces
NOTE :
Only the Symbol Native API (SNAPI) with Imaging interface supports image capture. See USB Device Type on page 237 to enable this host.
The DS9908 scanner supports:
• USB connection to a host. The scanner autodetects a USB host and defaults to the HID keyboard interface type. Select other USB interface types by scanning programming barcode menus.This interface supports the international keyboards (for Windows® environment) included in the chapter
Country Codes
.
• Standard RS-232 connection to a host. Scan barcode menus to set up communication of the scanner with the host.
• Connection to IBM 468X/469X hosts. Scan barcode menus to set up communication of the scanner with the IBM terminal.
• Keyboard Wedge connection to a host. The host interprets scanned data as keystrokes. Scan barcode menus to set up communication of the scanner with the host. This interface supports the international keyboards (for Windows® environment) included in the chapter
Country Codes .
Unpacking
Remove the scanner from its packing and inspect it for damage. If the scanner was damaged in transit, contact
support. See page 27 for contact information.
KEEP THE PACKING . It is the approved shipping container; use this to return the equipment for servicing.
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Features
Figure 2 Parts of the Scanner
LED
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Scan
Window
Trigger
Speaker
Hand-held Touch
Zones
(Toggle Between
Hand-held and
Hands-free Modes)
Cable release opening
(pinhole)
Interface Cable
Port
Finger
Ridge
NOTE : The hand-held touch zones are touch sensitive areas that enable the scanner to determine if it is sitting on the counter or picked up by the user. To activate the touch zones, fingers must be placed in the zone above the finger ridges on both sides of the scanner. See
Figure 11 on page 43
for proper finger placement.
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Setting Up the Scanner
Inserting the Interface Cable
1.
NOTE : Different hosts require different cables. The connectors illustrated in each host chapter are examples only.
Connectors vary from those illustrated, but the steps to connect the scanner are the same.
Plug the interface cable modular connector into the cable interface port on the bottom of the scanner handle
(see Figure 3
). It is recommended to rotate/ratchet the scanner all the way forward and then insert the cable.
IMPORTANT : If you already have existing non shielded cables from legacy products (such as the DS9808) they can be reused. However, be aware that the shielded cables provide improved ESD performance. For information about cables and cable compatibility, go to the Zebra Partner
Portal at: https://partnerportal.zebra.com/PartnerPortal/product_services/downloads_z/barcode_scan ners/Universal-Cable-Guide-Bar-Code-Scanners.xlsx
.
Figure 3 Inserting the Cable
Interface cable modular connector
Clip
Interface cable port
To host
2.
3.
Gently tug the cable to ensure the connector is secure.
Connect the other end of the interface cable to the host (see the specific host chapter for information on host connections).
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Removing the Interface Cable
Figure 4 Removing the Cable
1 2
Flat surface
3 4
Cable release opening (pinhole)
3.
4.
1.
2.
5.
Place the scanner on a flat surface.
Ratchet the scanner all the way forward.
Insert a paper clip into the circular cable release opening (pinhole) to compress the modular connector clip.
Pull the cable/connector UP and OUT of the connection and carefully slide out the cable.
Follow the steps for Inserting the Interface Cable
to connect a new cable.
Connecting Power (if required)
2.
3.
If the host does not provide power to the scanner, connect an external power supply:
1.
Connect the interface cable to the base of the scanner, as described in Inserting the Interface Cable on page
31 .
Connect the other end of the interface cable to the host (refer to the host manual to locate the correct port).
Plug the power supply into the power jack on the interface cable. Plug the other end of the power supply into an AC outlet.
Configuring the Scanner
To configure the scanner use the barcodes included in this manual. See
User Preferences & Miscellaneous
Options and
Imager Preferences for information about programming the scanner using barcode menus. Also see
each host-specific chapter to set up connection to a specific host type.
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Mounting the Scanner
The optional multi-mount bracket is required when mounting the scanner to a table top or wall (or other vertical surface). When mounting to a table top, use either screws or the adhesive pad. When mounting to a wall (or other vertical surface) screws are required.
NOTE : When mounting to a table top screws are more secure than the adhesive pad.
Table Top Mount With Adhesive Pad
Figure 5 Mounting With Adhesive On a Table Top
Peel Off
Table Top
1.
2.
3.
To mount the optional multi-mount bracket using the adhesive pad:
4.
Clean the table top surface with Isopropyl alcohol to remove any dirt or debris.
Peel the corner of the paper liner off the tape on the bottom of the multi-mount bracket (
Figure 5 ).
Press the bottom of the multi-mount bracket on the flat table top and apply uniform pressure for minimally 10 seconds to secure it to the surface (
Figure 5
).
Slide the base of the scanner into the bracket ( Figure 7 ).
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Table Top Mount With Screws
1.
2.
To mount the optional multi-mount bracket with screws:
Place the bracket in the desired location on the table top.
Insert three #6 screws (not included) through each screw hole in the bracket.
Figure 6 Insert Three Screws
3.
4.
Screw into place until secure.
Slide the base of the scanner into the bracket.
Figure 7 Insert the Scanner
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Mounting on a Wall
To mount the DS9908 on a wall:
1.
Place the bracket in its desired location on the wall and insert three #6 screws (not included) through each screw hole in the bracket.
Figure 8 Installing the Multi-Mount Bracket
2.
3.
Tighten the screws to secure the bracket to the wall.
Slide the base of the scanner into the bracket, oriented so the scan window faces down (
Figure 9 Insert the Scanner
Figure 9
).
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