Creating a profile for the Barcode Reader

About this topic

This topic explains how to add the Barcode Reader device, and then create and initialize a profile for the Barcode Reader.

For details on creating a device file or adding devices to a device file, see Creating or adding a Bravo device.

Procedure

To add the Barcode Reader device and create a profile:

1	In the VWorks window, create a new or open an existing Bravo device file.

2	In the Available Devices area, double-click the Microscan Barcode Reader. The Microscan Barcode Reader icon appears in the Devices area.

 

3	In the Devices area, select the Microscan Barcode Reader icon, and click Device diagnostics. The Barcode Reader Diagnostics dialog box opens.

Figure. Microscan Barcode Reader Diagnostics dialog box

 

4	In the Profiles tab under Profile Management, click Create a new profile. The Create Profile dialog box opens.

5	Type a name for the new profile and click OK. The new profile name appears in the Profile name list.

6	In the Profile Settings area, select the Accessories Hub Serial port that is connected to the Barcode Reader.

7	Microscan only. In the Default barcode side list, select East or West to indicate the side of the labware that has the barcode label.

Note: The Bravo Barcode Reader can scan barcode labels on the labware east and west sides only.

8	Click Update this profile to save the newly created profile.

9	Click Initialize this profile to establish communication with the Barcode Reader.

10	In the VWorks software window, choose File > Save and save the device file.

Related information

 

For information about...	See...
Barcode specifications	About setting up the Barcode Reader
Installing the Barcode Reader	Installing or removing the Barcode Reader
Specifying the Barcode Reader location on the Bravo Platform	Specifying the Barcode Reader location
Making adjustments and troubleshooting the Barcode Reader	Testing and optimizing barcode scanning
Setting up other accessories	• Accessories and platepads • Autofilling accessories