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Honeywell Granit 1980i Industrial Full Range Area-Imaging Scanner Quick Start Guide
Quick start guide for the Honeywell Granit 1980i industrial scanner, covering connection procedures, scanning techniques for near and far ranges, and essential configuration barcodes.
Table of contents
Quick guide from the manual
This document provides essential instructions for setting up and configuring the Honeywell Granit 1980i industrial scanner. It covers physical connection to a host computer, scanning techniques for different distances, and basic programming via barcodes.
Scanner connection
To connect the scanner, ensure the computer is powered off. Insert the cable into the scanner, release the locking plate, slide the connector base into position to secure the cable, and tighten the screw. Once connected, power on the computer. For RS232 connections, ensure the power supply is properly assembled if included.
Scanning techniques
Near scanning (under 30cm / 11.8 inches): Use the red illumination and align the center of the box over the barcode. The laser aimer will appear to the right of the barcode center.
Far scanning (up to 15.2m / 50 feet): Use the laser aimer to target the center of the barcode. Note that the red illumination may not be clearly visible at long distances.
Reflective surfaces: If a barcode is coated and highly reflective, tilt the scanner at a slight angle to improve readability.
Configuration and programming
The scanner can be configured by scanning specific barcodes provided in the manual:
- Standard Product Defaults: Resets the scanner to factory settings.
- USB Serial: Emulates an RS232 COM port. Windows users may need to download drivers from www.honeywellaidc.com. Apple Macintosh computers recognize the scanner as a USB CDC device automatically.
- USB PC Keyboard: Configures the scanner for standard keyboard input.
- Keyboard Country Layout: Scan the country programming barcode, followed by the numeric code from the chart, and finally the save barcode.
- Suffix/Prefix: Options to add CR (Enter) or Tab suffixes, or a Code ID prefix to all symbologies.
Advanced settings
The scanner supports additional features such as Aimer Delay (useful for long-range scanning) and Function Code transmission. For advanced configuration, use the EZConfig-Scanning software available at www.honeywellaidc.com.
Official resources from the manual
Manufacturer information
Honeywell International Inc.
Practical help
Common problems
Scanner not reading reflective barcodes
Tilt the scanner at a slight angle to the barcode to reduce glare.
USB Serial connection not working on Windows
Download and install the necessary driver from www.honeywellaidc.com.
Before use
- Power off the computer before connecting the scanner.
- Ensure the cable is securely locked into the scanner base.
- Tighten the cable locking screw.
- Verify if an external power supply is required for your specific connection type.
Specs in practice
- Near Scan Range
- Optimal performance for barcodes under 30cm (11.8 inches).
- Far Scan Range
- Capable of scanning barcodes up to 15.2m (50 feet).
Model compatibility
- Apple Macintosh computers automatically recognize the scanner as a USB CDC device.
- Windows PCs require specific drivers for USB Serial (COM port) emulation.
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David Miller
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