About setting up the Barcode Reader About this topic This topic describes the Barcode Reader and provides the workflow for setting up the Barcode Reader. To operate the Barcode Reader, see the VWorks Automation Control User Guide. Barcode Reader description The Barcode Reader consists of a platepad with a barcode reader sensor head (under the platepad) and a mirror. The Barcode Reader can be installed in place of a platepad at any deck location and is designed to scan barcodes on the east or west side of microplates. Figure. Barcode Reader oriented to scan barcodes on the east side of microplates Setup workflow The following table presents the workflow for installing and setting up the Barcode Reader. The procedures can vary depending on the brand of barcode reader sensor head (for example, Keyence or Microscan). Step Procedure See... 1 Verify the barcode requirements. Barcode label specifications 2 Install the Barcode Reader. Installing or removing the Barcode Reader 3 Add the Barcode Reader device and create a profile for the Barcode Reader. Creating a profile for the Barcode Reader 4 Specify the Barcode Reader location in the Bravo device file. Specifying the Barcode Reader location 5 Adjust the Barcode Reader for optimal scanning. Testing and optimizing barcode scanning Barcode label specifications The barcode reader can read barcodes that meet the following requirements: Characteristic Microscan requirements Barcode symbology Code 39CodabarCode 128Interleaved 2 of 5Code 93Code 2 of 5 Barcode height 3.34 mm (0.13 in) or taller Print contrast 25% at 650 nm Quiet zone 10 times the dimension of the narrowest element in the barcode or 0.25 in, whichever is greater Note: The symbology must be stored in the barcode reader in order for the barcode reader to decode the barcode symbol. Related information For information about... See... Setting up other accessories • Accessories and platepads • Autofilling accessories Using an accessory in a protocol VWorks Automation Control User Guide
