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Hewlett-Packard SmartWand
Bar Code Reader
Technical Data
HBSW-8000 Series
Polycarbonate or Metal
Housing
Features
• Automatically Decodes 9 Bar
Code Symbologies
- Code 39 – Standard or
Extended
- Int. 2 of 5
Code 128
- UPC A, E
EAN 8, 13
- Codabar
Code 11
- MSI Code
Code 93
• LED Feedback
• Low Current Draw
• Programmable Either by Bar
Code Labels or by Escape
Sequences
• Configuration Stored in Non-
Volatile Memory
• CMOS/TTL Interface
- Output 0 to 5 volts
- Input up to
±
15 volts
• Manufacturing - ISO 9002
Certified
• Full One Year Warranty
Description
The Hewlett-Packard SmartWand
Bar Code Reader is a bar code
scanning wand with an integrated
decoder. It transmits data to a
computer via an asynchronous
serial port, using CMOS level
signals, at user definable baud
rates. The SmartWand Reader’s
configuration may be changed by
scanning special bar code menus,
or by sending escape sequences
to the wand from the host. The
configuration is stored in non-
volatile memory, allowing the
SmartWand Reader to retain the
configuration when the power is
turned off. A Configuration
Display option sends a summary
of the configured options to the
screen.
In its default configuration, the
SmartWand Reader can
automatically recognize and
decode 9 standard bar code
symbologies. Configurable
options include: symbology
selection, checksum verification,
length checking, message editing,
LED feedback control, Code 39
digital wand emulation mode,
serial port configuration, and
various I/O protocols such as
single read modes, Xon/Xoff
pacing and no-read recognition.
The polycarbonate-cased
SmartWand Readers (HBSW-
8000,8200,8400) have an LED
near the tip that flashes after a
good read. The LED also flashes
during bar code menu
programming and to signal any
self-test failures after power-up.
All SmartWand Readers have an
enhanced software version of
Hewlett-Packard’s proven
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5965-5940E
decoding algorithm. The
SmartWands are also very
suitable for portable computer or
terminal applications due to its
low current draw.
Programmable Features
Bar code selection and
decoding options
Check character verification
and transmission
Serial port parameters and I/O
protocols
Message editing
Header and terminators
LED operator feedback
Label length checking
No Read recognition
Digital wand Code 39 emulation
Environmental
Temperature:
Operating:
-20°C to 70°C (-4°F to 158°F)
Storage:
-40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F)
Humidity
(Non-condensing):
95% at 40°C (104°F) max.
Ambient Light:
100,000 lux (maximum)
Rain:
MIL-STD-810, Method 506,
Procedure II (Polycarbonate)
Dust:
MIL-STD-810, Method 510
Shock:
Ten drops to sealed concrete
(random orientation) from
1.2 m (4 ft)
Visual Feedback LED
The SmartWand Readers with
polycarbonate-cases have an easy-
to-see Feedback LED near the
scanner tip that acknowledges a
good read. This is useful in a
noisy environment or where
silence is required. Since the
state of the LED can be controlled
by escape sequences, the host
processor can turn the LED on or
off at any time.
Wand Specifications
Scan Speed ......... 7.6 to 127 cm/s
(3 to 50 in/s)
Tilt Angle ....................... 5° to 40°
Minimum Contrast ............... 45%
Color ................................... Black
Wand Diameter ... 23 mm (0.9 in)
Wand Length .... 160 mm (6.3 in)
Weight:
Aluminum .......... 153 g (5.4 oz)
Polycarbonate ... 140 g (4.9 oz)
Tip ................................ Sapphire
SmartWand Reader
Configuration
The SmartWand Reader can be
configured by scanning special
bar code labels or by receiving
escape sequence commands from
the host. This allows decoding
options and interface protocols to
be tailored to a specific applica-
tion. Configuration labels and a
list of escape sequences are
printed in the SmartWand User’s
Manual (P/N: HBSW-8997). The
SmartWand Reader can display
its current configuration on the
host’s screen. See sample.
Configuration Display
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Electrical Interface
V
CC
Limits (V)
Operating
Absolute Rating
Supply Ripple
Min.
4.5
-0.3
Max.
6.0
6.0
Typical Current Draw - I
CC
(mA)
V
CC
Mode
Idle
Scanning
With LED on
4.5
8
16
25
5.0
9
18
29
6.0
12
24
38
100 mV peak to peak
FCC Certification
HP’s SmartWand Readers have
received FCC certification for
their standard configuration only.
Any customer purchasing the
product with stripped and tinned
leads or a connector without
adequate shielding has the
responsibility to comply with FCC
regulations. Moreover, if the HP
SmartWand Reader is purchased
without a connector, the product
becomes defined as a sub-
assembly and the FCC Identifica-
tion number no longer applies.
HP assumes no responsibility or
liability for users of the HP
SmartWand Readers without
connectors that fail to comply
with FCC regulations.
This equipment has been tested
and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This
device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference
received, including interference
that may cause undesired
operation.
General Mechanical Specifications
SAPHIRE TIP
LED
H
23.0 (0.9)
HEWLETT PACKARD
160 (6.3)
19.0 (0.8)
790 (31)
590 (27)
24.9
33 (0.98)
(1.3)
7.6 (0.3)
15.2 (0.6)
38.1 (1.5)
66 (2.6)
300 (12)
200 (8)
230 (9)
180 (7)
H
HEWLETT PACKARD
23.9 (0.94)
160 (6.2)
13.3 (0.52) DIA.
17.6 (0.69)
790 (31)
590 (27)
24.9
33 (0.98)
(1.3)
7.6 (0.3)
15.2 (0.6)
38.1 (1.5)
66 (2.6)
300 (12)
200 (8)
230 (9)
180 (7)
DIMENSIONS IN MILLIMETERS (INCHES)
Model
HBSW-8XXX
Series
FCC Identification
FCC ID: B94KDRZ
The CE Mark demonstrates
compliance with EC directives on
EMC.
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Connector
The standard connector is a 9 pin male D
connector. There is also an option for the cable
to have stripped and tinned wires.
TxD Output Specifications
(V
CC
= 4.5 V, T
A
= 25°C)
Min.
V
OH
4.4 V @ 20
µA
3.8 V @ 6 mA
0.10 V @ -20
µA
0.33 V @ -6 mA
35 mA
Max.
Pin Diagram
V
OL
Pin #
1
2
3
4, 5, 6
7
8
9
Shell
Wire
Color
-
White
Green
-
Black
-
Red
Braid
N/C
TxD Transmitted Data
(from the Reader)
RxD Received Data
(to the Reader)
N/C
Ground
N/C
V
CC
Shield
Function
I
OL
TxD Circuit
TxD
74HCT240
Pin 3 RxD
- The received data signal RxD
expects the standard asynchronous serial data
format. It will accept either CMOS level or true
RS-232 level signals. The figure below shows the
equivalent input circuit.
Shield and ground are tied together in the
connector.
RxD Input Specifications
(V
CC
= 5.0 V, T
A
= 25°C)
V
IH
V
IL
2.0 V 500
µA
0.8 V @ 1
µA
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
RxD Circuit
100 kΩ
RxD
4.7 kΩ
74HCT240
MALE 9 PIN SUBMINIATURE D CONNECTOR
Pin Description
Pin 2 TxD
- The data output signal TxD obeys
standard serial asynchronous data formats, but
uses zero to five volts CMOS logic levels. It can
be described as CMOS level RS-232. The TxD
output circuit is shown in the figure below. It
will drive TTL, LSTTL, CMOS, HC, and HCT
inputs.
Note:
If the part is purchased with stripped and
tinned wires, or if the connector is removed, the
ground and shield wires must be connected
together for proper operation.
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Ordering Information
Warranty and Service
Part Number
HBSW-8000*
HBSW-8100*
HBSW-8200
HBSW-8300
HBSW-8400*
HBSW-8500*
Housing
Polycarbonate
Metal
Polycarbonate
Metal
Polycarbonate
Metal
Resolution
Low –
0.33 mm (0.013 in)
Medium –
0.19 mm (0.0075 in)
High –
0.13 mm (0.005 in)
820 nm
HEWLETT-PACKARD MAKES NO
WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WITH
REGARD TO THIS MATERIAL,
INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED
TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES
OF MERCHANTABILITY AND
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE.
655 nm
LED
Wavelength
655 nm
The Hewlett-Packard SmartWand
Bar Code Reader is warranted for
a period of one year from date of
purchase covering defects in
material and workmanship.
Hewlett-Packard will repair or, at
its option, replace products that
prove to be defective in material
or workmanship under proper use
during the warranty period.
* Low and High Resolution SmartWand Readers are built to order devices.
SmartWand Kits
HBSW-8205 - Polycarbonate SmartWand Kit
Includes:
HBSW-8200 General Purpose Reader
HBSW-8997 User’s Manual
HBCS-2998 Black Wand Holder
HBSW-8305 - Metal SmartWand Kit
Includes:
HBSW-8300 General Purpose Reader
HBSW-8997 User’s Manual
HBCS-2998 Black Wand Holder
SmartWand Accessory Part Numbers
HBSW-8997
HBCS-2998
HBSW-8991
HBCS-4999
HBCS-A990
User’s Manual
Wand Holder (black polycarbonate )
Replacement Polycarbonate Case with LED Window
and Tip
Replacement Tip for Metal Case
Plastic Case Replacement Tool
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