User guide

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Introduction
Thank you for choosing the BL-180 series CCD bar-code reader. This User’s Man-
ual describes details on operations and functions of the BL-180. Read this manual
carefully to maximize the BL-180 performance.
Unpacking
There are two packages: A BL-180 package and a software package.
Each package contains the following components. Be sure to check the items
against the checklist below:
BL-180 package
BL-180 unit 1
Mounting bracket 1
Mounting bracket screw (8 mm) 2
Instruction manual 1
Setup software (BL-18H1E) and user’s manual
Setup software floppy disk (3.5-inch) 1
User’s Manual (this document) 1
The setup software and user’s manual are not included in the BL-180 package.
You can order the software package, free of charge, separately.
Safety Precautions
Be sure to observe the following precautions when using this unit:
• Do not use the BL-180 as a controller for equipment which could potentially
harm a person.
• Be sure to match the polarities (+ and -) of the power supply when soldering
the connections. Reversing the polarities will damage the unit.
• Do not disassemble the BL-180. Doing so may make repair impossible.
• This is a precision instrument. Dropping the unit could damaged it. Exercise
caution when moving or installing.
• For shipping, a protective seal covers the optical pickup. Remove this before
use.
• Be sure that there is no water, oil or dust on the optical pickup. Such obstruc-
tions can cause read errors. Clean the pickup by gently wiping with a soft lens
cloth soaked with water.
Conventions
This document uses the following conventions to help you easily recognize impor-
tant and useful information.
Important information which must be read to avoid damaging the unit.
Provides information for effective use of the unit. Read as required.
Any reference to the BL-180 in this manual refers to information on all products in
the BL-180 series. When refering to specific product information, the product
name exclusively will be used.
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