Rockwell Automation 2755 AtomScan Bar Code Reader - Manual (Page 118)

Application Examples E–2
Publication 2755-6.9
Hardware Connections for AUX Port Pass-Through
The interface box connects to an auxiliary port on the enhanced
decoder with an RS-232 cable.
Interface Box
To RS-232 Port
Personal
Computer
Power Supply
To Power Receptacle
RS-232 Cable
RS-232 Straight Through Cable
Reader
Enhanced
Decoder
OR
Configuration Codes for the AUX Port Pass-Through
After making the necessary connections, set the reader to the settings
in the table below to allow the reader to communicate with the
enhanced decoder.
Description Menu Setting Serial Command Setting
Baud Rate 9600
Parity Even
Stop Bits One
<Ka4,1,0,1>
Data Bits 8
Enhanced Decoder Setup for the AUX Port Pass-Through
You need to configure the enhanced decoder. Follow the steps below
or refer to the Enhanced Decoder User Manual (Publication No.
2755-833).
1. Select Aux Terminal Data Entry (Screen 8) from the Main menu.
2. Set Enable Keyboard Entry = Yes