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CS1504 Consumer Memory Scanner
Owner's Guide
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© Motorola, Inc. 2008
72-50875-03 Revision B — March 2008
Welcome!
Thank you for selecting this world class, bar code memory scanner. This scanner, when
combined with a third party application (software not included), allows you to capture bar
codes for a variety of uses. Whether you're scanning bar codes to generate a shopping
list, purchasing products, or finding information on the Internet, this scanner is the
easiest data capture device to use. Simply point, and scan!
Scan Button
LED
Indicator
Scanner Exit
Window
Unpacking Your Scanner
Depending upon the configuration purchased, the scanner is packaged with either a
serial communication cable or a USB communication cable set. If items are missing,
contact your reseller.
Scanner
Serial Communication Cable
Getting Started
Scan Bar Codes (Add Items to Memory)
1. Aim the scanner at the sample bar code shown
below.
2. Press and hold the large button on the scanner until
you hear the tone and the blinking indicator turns
solid green.
•
Make sure the scanner beam covers the entire bar
code and extends as far out as indicated by the end-
points in the bar code below.
•
The scanner should be held approximately 2.5" from the bar code and at a slight
angle.
Practice scanning this sample bar code.
0123
Delete Bar Codes (Remove Items from Memory)
1. Aim the scanner at the bar code to be deleted from memory.
2. Press and hold the small Delete button on the scanner until you hear a tone and
the blinking indicator turns solid amber.
Note: If the sample bar code above is scanned three times there will be three listings of
this bar code in the CS1504's memory. To delete all three listings of the bar code from
memory, scan the sample bar code three times using the small Delete button (-) on the
scanner. Upon each minus scan you will receive a single beep. When the last entry has
been deleted, a long double beep will be emitted indicating all listings of that bar code
have been removed from memory.
Clear All
Use the small Delete button to clear the scanner memory of
all stored items.
1. Aim the scanner away from any bar codes.
2. Press and hold the Delete button for 6 seconds, until
you hear a long beep.
Connecting the Scanner to Your Computer
Note: Before beginning, shut down your computer according to your computer
manufacturer's directions.
Serial Connection
1. Connect the included serial (9-pin) connector to
Delete Button
the corresponding communication port on the
back of the computer according to the
Battery Cover
manufacturer's directions. Ensure that the
(underneath)
connection is secure.
2. Holding the other end of the serial cable with the
Data
arrow facing up, slide the connector into the
Communication
data communication jack on the side of the scanner.
Connector Jack
USB Connection
1. Connect the 9-pin connector of the serial cable to
the 9-pin connector of the USB-to-Serial
converter. Ensure that the connection is secure.
2. Connect the USB (4-pin) connector of the USB-
to-Serial converter to the corresponding USB
port on the back of the computer according to the
manufacturer's directions. Ensure that the
connection is secure.
USB-to-Serial Converter and
Serial Communication Cable
3. Holding the other end of the serial cable with the
arrow facing up, slide the connector into the data
communication jack on the side of the scanner.
Upload Bar Code Data to the Computer
To transfer bar code data from the scanner to the computer, use the third party
application software to upload stored data from the scanner to your computer.
(Application software is not included with the scanner.)
Note: The manner in which this transfer occurs depends on your specific application.
Refer to the application software manual for instructions. When communication starts,
the indicator blinks green and the scanner beeps.
For developers interested in writing software applications for a CS1504, a Software
Developer's Kit is available for downloading. Visit: http://www.symbol.com/consumer for
more information.
Replacing the Batteries
When it is necessary to replace the
batteries:
1. Remove screw securing the
battery cover.
2. Lift battery cover.
3. Remove the old batteries.
4. Insert four new batteries
noting the polarity.
5. Close battery cover and
replace screw.
As per the EU Battery Directive 2006/66/EC, the waste battery should not be
disposed of with household waste.
Hg Pb
Serial Cable
USB-to-Serial
Converter
Serial Cable
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Summary of Contents for Motorola CS1504
- Page 1 Note: If the sample bar code above is scanned three times there will be three listings of 4. Insert four new batteries this bar code in the CS1504’s memory. To delete all three listings of the bar code from noting the polarity.
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Page 2: Low Battery Warning
Caution: Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified * For best results use ENERGIZER brand batteries. Clean the CS1504 with a soft, clean cloth. Do NOT use any solvent such as alcohol or herein may result in hazardous laser light exposure.