Symbol Technologies DS 3408 - Manual (Page 30)

DS 3408 Product Reference Guide 2-6
Scanning in Hand-Held Mode
Install and program the digital scanner (see Setting Up the Digital Scanner on page 1-4 ). For assistance, contact the local supplier or
the local Symbol Support Center .
Scanning with the Digital Scanner
1. Ensure all connections are secure (see the appropriate host chapter.)
2. Aim the digital scanner at the bar code.
3. Press and hold the trigger.
Figure 2-2. Scanning in Hand-Held Mode
4. The digital scanner projects a red laser aiming pattern (shown below) which allows positioning the bar code or object within
the field of view.
Figure 2-3. Laser Aiming Pattern
If necessary, the digital scanner turns on its red LEDs to illuminate the target bar code.
5. Center the symbol in any orientation within the aiming pattern. Be sure the entire symbol is within the rectangular area
formed by the brackets in the pattern.
Figure 2-4. Centering Symbol in Aiming Pattern
Linear bar code PDF417 symbol
Symbol
Aiming Pattern
1D bar code
2D bar code