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MX7 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX7RG-B
Using the Scanner
Read all cautions, warnings and labels before using the laser
scanner.
Do not look into the laser’s lens.
Do not stare directly into the laser beam.
To scan with the integrated laser barcode reader, point the laser aperture towards a barcode and
press the Scan button. You will see a red laser beam strike the barcode.
Correct Scan Incorrect Scan Incorrect Scan
Figure 1-24 Scan Beam
Align the red beam so that the barcode is centered within the beam. The laser beam must cross the
entire barcode. Move the MX7 towards or away from the barcode so that the barcode takes up
approximately two-thirds the width of the beam.
Figure 1-25 Scan Status LED
The Scan Status LED (oval shaped LED below keypad) turns red when the laser beam is on.
Following a barcode scan and read the Scan Status LED turns green for two seconds and the MX7
beeps or vibrates, indicating a successful scan. If the scan was unsuccessful, the Scan Status LED
turns off and a different beep sequence is heard.
The laser engine and Scan Status LED automatically turn off after a successful or unsuccessful
read. The scanner is ready to scan again after the Scan key (or trigger on the handle if installed) is
released, or after the Scan Status LED turns off following a successful scan.
Voice Data
Data is entered into the MX7 by speaking into the headset’s microphone when prompted. Please
contact your System Administrator if assistance is needed with the voice software.
Tethered Scanners
Tethered scanners are not supported on the MX7.
