Specifications

Integrated Bar Code Reader
Using barcode to serialise boards for tracking purposes is a common practice
in the PCB industry. In the case of the AOI, the user can use a hand held
barcode reader and have the operator scan every board before inspection. In
addition to having a hand held barcode reader, users may purchase a
“barcode reader automation kit” which includes a specially modified barcode
reader, a triggering cable and a magnetic stand. With the automation kit it is
possible to configure the machine to automatically read the barcode as the
board comes in. However, the setup works only if the barcodes are located on
a fixed position on the board.
To setup the bar code interface, press the Setup button behind the Enable
Bar Code Reader check box in the Functions Options dialog box. The
following dialog box will display:
Reader Interface
Sets the type of bar-code reader interface being used, keyboard or RS232.
We recommend the bar-code reader that uses the keyboard interface.
Min & Max Chars.
Sets the minimum and maximum characters count for the board serial number
that the system will accept.
Suppress Return Character.
This box should be checked for off-line systems where a hand held bar-code
reader is used to read the board serial number. With this box checked, the
inspection will NOT automatically begin after the bar-code is read. Users have