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AutoScan: PC Bar Code Controller Installation Instructions

March, 2006

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Contents

Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3“Controller” PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3IBM AS/400 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Printers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Scanners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

TCP/IP Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6Class C Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Class B Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Upgrading from AutoScan 2.0 to 2.03 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Bar Code Controller Interface Module Installation . . . . . . . . . .8

Bar Code / Label Printer Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14Direct Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14“Capture” a Printer on the Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Before Capturing a Printer on the Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Capturing a Network Printer on Windows 95/98 . . . . . . . . . . .17

Capturing a Network Printer on NT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Loading Pre-Defined Label Templates. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Template Naming Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Reanalyzing Templates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Print a Test Label from the Label Designer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Bar Code Controller Interface Module Configuration. . . . . . .29

Application Control File Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Interface Defaults. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

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OEM Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Using the Bar Code Administrator Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . 37Menu Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52Why are my labels not printing? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52Why are my print jobs slow?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52Question: How can I bypass the 3-printer limit when using the NOVELL NETX

client to “capture” LPT4-9? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52How do I change the dipswitch on my bar code printer? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54After I change the dipswitch on my printer, how do I match the settings in the

Label Designer Software? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54How do I add a printer and modify the serial port settings? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54How do I modify an existing printer?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54Can I design my own labels and how does it work? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54What is meant by a dedicated “Controller” PC? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55How can I check if Windows 95 is revision “B”? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55When I select Option 10 and then option 5 from the AutoScan menu, I receive

the message “Licensed product not installed”. What does this mean? . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55How do I upgrade to Version 2.0 to improve label print speed? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55How do I retrieve label data from a business application? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56Additional Upgrade Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

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AutoScan: PC Bar Code Controller Installation Instructions Overview

OverviewThese instructions guide you through the process of installing the Bar Code Controller Interface Module. The instructions alternate from configuring the “Controller” PC, the AS/400 system and the bar code/label printer(s). When the components are configured accurately, they work together to monitor, route, and print data on labels.

“Controller” PCIt is a dedicated PC used as a bar code information “Controller”. The “Controller” continuously monitors the BCScan folder on the hard drive for label information to be printed. As soon as data enters the folder, the “Controller” software sends the label data to the appropriate printer. Data is sent to the Controller with the use of the PC’s IP address and FTP (file transfer protocol) transfer.

IBM AS/400 SystemInitiates the printing of labels. The AS/400 communicates with the controller PC only if there are labels to print. Label data is sent in a string format. The bar code print engine reads the data, places the data in the areas predetermined by the label template and prints the data on the label. The AS/400 also stores all printed label data for subsequent scanning routines used in AutoScan.

IBM AS/400Controller PC

Print Server

Print Server

Network Print Server

Bar CodePrinter

Bar CodePrinter

Bar CodePrinter

Bar CodePrinter

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AutoScan: PC Bar Code Controller Installation Instructions Requirements

Requirements AutoScan requires the components listed below.

Software• AutoRelease installed on the AS/400

• AutoScan installed on the AS/400

• TCP/IP protocol installed and configured on the AS/400

• AutoScan Barcode Controller Interface installed on the Controller PC (Note that the Controller PC should be dedicated to this program)

Hardware• “Controller” PC with the following specifications:

• Microsoft Windows 98, Windows NT Version 4.0 or higher, Windows 2000 or Windows XP. • Bar Code Controller Interface Module installed• 486DX/66 MHz processor chip (Pentium or higher strongly recommended)• 32MB of RAM (64MB recommended)• 40MB available free hard disk space• VGA or higher-resolution video monitor• CD-ROM drives• Enhanced-style keyboard• Microsoft mouse or compatible pointing device• Permanent IP address assigned to the “Controller” PC

• Compatible bar code printer(s)

PrintersYou can connect a total of nine printers to each Controller PC. These connections can be direct or networked. You can connect as many Controller PCs to the iSERIES as required

Print Server Connection A print server connects an individual printer to a network. The print server is given a TCP/IP address and resides between a printer and the network. It replaces the more costly option of setting up one PC per printer.

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AutoScan: PC Bar Code Controller Installation Instructions Requirements

Printer Drivers If you are connecting label printers directly to the Controller PC, the printer drivers are contained in Infor’s Bar Code Controller Interface Module application, which resides on the Controller PC. Newer printer drivers may require downloading the manufacturer’s drivers.

If you are connecting label printers to your network, load printer drivers onto your network server for each brand of printer you use. These drivers facilitate the "Capture Printer" function in Microsoft Windows. Obtain these drivers from your printer manufacturer.

Bar Code Printers AutoScan is designed to work with a wide variety of standard bar code and laser printers. Depending on the type of labels you print, you may need to upgrade your existing printers with more memory or a faster processor. Infor cannot guarantee that all OEM label requirements are usable with your existing printing equipment.

For the best results, use the following printers tested by Infor:

• Intermec 3440/3600

• Zebra 140xi, 170xiII

ScannersRadio Frequency (RF) scanners use radio signals to communicate with iSERIES systems in real time. These scanners must be able to run 5250-emulation and have a screen size of at least 16 characters by 8 lines, with 20 characters by 8 lines recommended. For GM 21-character part numbers, a screen size of at least 24x8 is recommended to avoid scrolling the display.

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AutoScan: PC Bar Code Controller Installation Instructions TCP/IP Address

TCP/IP Address To avoid having to re-enter the PC’s IP address into the OEM Set Up Maintenance file records on the AS/400 each time it changes, it is recommended that a permanent IP address is specified on the Controller PC used to print labels. To obtain a permanent IP address contact the network administrator or follow the steps below.

1. Go to the Control Panel on the PC.

2. Click on the Network icon.

3. Click on the Configuration tab.

4. Select TCP/IP.

5. Click on the Properties button.

6. Click on “Specify an IP address”.

Class C Network If you have a Class C network, the first three sets of numbers need to be the same as it is for all computers on the network and the last set of numbers needs to be unique. Numbers 1 – 254 can be used. The subnet mask should be “255.255.255. 0”.

Example: IP address: 192.168.120.XXX Subnet mask: 255.255.255. 0

Class B Network If you have a Class B network, the first two sets of numbers need to be the same as it is for all computers on the network and the last two sets of numbers needs to be unique. Numbers 1 – 254 can be used. The subnet mask should be “255.255. 0. 0”.

Example: IP address: 192.168.XXX.XXX Subnet mask: 255.255. 0. 0

Be sure to contact a network administrator when specifying a permanent IP address. If you use an address that is already being used by another computer an error message is displayed when rebooting the PC.

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AutoScan: PC Bar Code Controller Installation Instructions Upgrading from AutoScan 2.0 to 2.03

Upgrading from AutoScan 2.0 to 2.03 If you are upgrading from AutoScan 2.0, you may install version 2.03 into the same directory as 2.0. It is recommended, however, that you first make backup copies of your .ASD files in another directory.

If you are upgrading from an AutoScan version prior to 2.0, first upgrade to version 2.0 according to the instructions on page 83, then upgrade to 2.03

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AutoScan: PC Bar Code Controller Installation Instructions Bar Code Controller Interface Module

Bar Code Controller Interface Module Installation

1. Insert the Bar Code Controller Interface Module CD-ROM from Infor. If the installation automatically starts, proceed to step 3, or proceed to step 2 to RUN the program. If the application was downloaded from the internet proceed to step 2. Note: 56096K space is required to install the Bar Code Administrator, Label Designer and Bar Code Database.

2. From the START button on the desktop, select RUN. Type the CD-ROM drive location and program name.

Example: D:\Setup.exe

Click OK.

Internet Installation: If the application was retrieved from the internet use step 2 to execute the file that was downloaded. The path and filename displayed depends on how the document was saved and how it was downloaded.

3. A title screen and progress bar is displayed as the system prepares for the installation.

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Internet Installation: If the application was downloaded from the internet a different title screen is displayed. The internet title screen displays readme notes about the installation and the installation does not start until Continue is pressed.

4. An AutoScan welcome screen is displayed. This is the actual start of the installation process. The installation routine may be cancelled at any time by clicking on the CANCEL button. Click NEXT to proceed with the installation.

5. On the Software License Agreement screen click YES to continue.

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6. Check one or both of the component boxes. The boxes that are marked are the components that will be installed. If both components were selected, two screens are displayed to select the file location of the Bar Code Administrator and Label Designer.

7. Select Next to install the Bar Code Administrator to the path listed. Click Browse to install the Bar Code Administrator to another path.

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8. Select Next to install the Label Designer to the path listed. Click Browse to install the Label Designer to another path.

9. “Infor” is the recommended folder for the program icons. Click NEXT.

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10. The start copy files window is displayed. Click NEXT.

11. A progress bar is displayed during the install process.

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12. After all files have been copied to the local system, the install process must configure ODBC for AutoScan.

Note: When upgrading from a previous version a message is displayed: “System is now moving any log information from the previous version of AutoScan… Please Wait.”

13. Upon completion of the installation process, one of two screens are displayed. One if the PC is required to be rebooted after installation and one if the system does not require rebooting. Click FINISH on either screen displayed.

14. When installation is complete, the following icons are created and displayed on the desktop.

Label Designer Icon

PC Controller Icon

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AutoScan: PC Bar Code Controller Installation Instructions Bar Code / Label Printer Configuration

Bar Code / Label Printer Configuration This section provides information necessary to decide the type of environment to install and configure the bar code/label printer(s). The two bar code/label printer installation options are:

• Directly connect the printer(s) to the “Controller” PC

and/or

• “Capture” the printer(s) on the network

Direct ConnectionBe sure there are no Windows 95/98 drivers specific to the bar code/label printer(s) installed on the PC executing the AutoScan applications, as they will conflict with drivers already installed with the Bar Code Controller Interface Module.

Notice there are two bar code printers attached to the “Controller” PC. Up to four printers may be connected depending on the number of physical ports installed on the back of the computer by the PC manufacturer.

Directly connect the bar code printer(s) to the “Controller” PC using a:

• Parallel port (25 pin connector)

and/or

• Serial port (9 pin connector)

IBM AS/400 Controller PC

Bar CodePrinter

Bar CodePrinter

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“Capture” a Printer on the Network Printer drivers for each brand of bar code/label printer(s) must be installed on your Network Server to facilitate the “Capture” printer function in Microsoft Windows.

Obtain specific printer drivers from your printer manufacturer or use the drivers from Infor. A list of possible drivers are included with the Bar Code Controller Interface Module

CD-ROM. Again, these drivers must be installed only on the network server. (Refer to the troubleshooting section (How do I obtain printer drivers from Infor?) for details regarding printer drivers.)

Note: Up to 9 printers can be “captured” if using a Windows NT server or Novell VLM Client, but only 3 printers can be “captured” if using Novell NETX client. (Refer to the troubleshooting section for more details.)

Parallel Serial

Easy to install A Null Modem cable may be required with special internal wiring configurations. This is provided by your printer manufacturer, possibly at a charge.

Multiple pieces of data are sent at one time,more efficient.

One piece of information is sent at a time, much slower. Serial ports typically are used for modem connection. Older PCs may use a serial port for a mouse connection.

Parallel port connection is assigned the LPT1: designation as the default printer.

Serial port connection is assigned the COM1: printer. designation unless being used by another peripheral, such as the mouse, then assign COM2: as the default printer.

Dipswitch configuration not necessary. The dipswitch on the necessary printer needs to be specifically set according to the manufacturer’s specifications. The serial port settings must match in the Label Designer program with the dipswitch on the printer. See troubleshooting (“After I change the dipswitch on my printer, how do I match the settings in the Label Designer Software?”).

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Before Capturing a Printer on the Network The network administrator must grant access rights to all users printing to the bar code printer(s).

Capture Printer(s)

This is an example of a network configuration using the “capture” printer option through the “Controller” PC.

Combination Direct Connect and Capture Printer on the Network

The diagram displays the combination network configuration of both directly connecting a printer to the “Controller” PC and “capturing” a printer on the network.

IBM AS/400

"Controller" PC

Print Server

Print Server


Bar CodePrinter

Bar CodePrinter

IBM AS/400

"Controller" PC

Print Server

Print Server


Bar CodePrinter

Bar CodePrinter

Bar CodePrinter

Bar CodePrinter

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AutoScan: PC Bar Code Controller Installation Instructions Capturing a Network Printer on Windows 95/

Capturing a Network Printer on Windows 95/98 To “capture” a printer, perform the following steps on the “Controller” PC used for creating the bar code label templates:

1. From the START button on the desktop, select PROGRAMS and click WINDOWS EXPLORER.

2. Click the Network Neighborhood folder to open the list of servers available on the network.

3. Right-click the printer to “capture”, and select CAPTURE PRINTER PORT.

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AutoScan: PC Bar Code Controller Installation Instructions Capturing a Network Printer on Windows 95/

4. Use the drop-down menu to select the name of the bar code printer. It can be designated as LPT “X”, where “X” is designated as 1-9.

Use the LPT designation for all printers on the network, both parallel and serial connections. Check the RECONNECT AT LOGON box. Click OK.

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AutoScan: PC Bar Code Controller Installation Instructions Capturing a Network Printer on NT

Capturing a Network Printer on NT 1. Log onto the Controller’s PC under the same log in that is used when running the controller application.

2. Click the “Start” button. Click the RUN option to open the run dialog box.

3. Type “COMMAND”. Click the “OK” button to open the command window.

4. In the command window, type “NET USE” with the printer port to capture and the printer’s UNC. Close the command with the “/persistent:yes” option to save this assignment over any future reboot of the PC.

5. Repeat step 4 with all network label printers that are used by the Controller PC. Printer ports LPT1 through LPT9 may be assigned to network printers.

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AutoScan: PC Bar Code Controller Installation Instructions Capturing a Network Printer on NT

6. To review the network printers, type the command “NET USE” without parameters.

7. To remove a printer connection, use the “NET USE” command with the “/delete” parameter.

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AutoScan: PC Bar Code Controller Installation Instructions Loading Pre-Defined Label Templates

Loading Pre-Defined Label Templates Label templates that are used must be installed after the bar code administrator application has been installed on the dedicated PC. Label templates may be purchased from Infor or you may create your own with the AutoScan Label Designer. Label templates must be placed within the Controller PC. Label templates provided by Infor may be acquired in one of two methods;

• Mailed via floppy diskette

• Sent via e-mail Templates may be copied to the Controller PC using the Windows Explorer. Templates are maintained within the “c:\Program Files\Bar Code Administrator” directory of the Controller PC. The Bar Code Administrator application is installed into this default directory. If the name of the directory was changed during the install, place the label templates within the changed directory.

If the controller prints to different label printer types or models, create sub-directories to hold label templates for each printer. For example, if the Controller PC is connected to an Intermec 3440, an Intermec 3600, and a Zebra 170XiII the following sub-directories may be created.

C:\Program Files\Bar Code Administrator\Intermec\3440

C:\Program Files\Bar Code Administrator\Intermec\3600

C:\Program Files\Bar Code Administrator\Zebra\170XiII

Then the Windows Explorer may be used to copy or move the label templates into the appropriate directory. Since label templates are designed for a specific label printer it is important to maintain a separate copy of each label template for each label printer used.

NOTE: If sub-directories are designated for label templates, refer to the “Using the Bar Code Controller” section of this document for instructions on how to inform the controller PC where the label templates are stored.

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AutoScan: PC Bar Code Controller Installation Instructions Template Naming Conventions

Template Naming Conventions The AS/400 system transmits information to the appropriate template by matching the template name in the data string with the template name in the Bar Code Administrator folder on the C drive of the Controller PC. The name in the data string is entered in OEM Setup Maintenance and can be maintained prior to printing labels. The template name is FIVE CHARACTERS in length.

EXAMPLE:

F_M01.asd (PC configuration)

F M01 (AS/400 configuration)

The first two characters of the template name are the OEM code. • • • • • •

The third character is the label type:

P = part

C = container

M = master

X = mixed

Q = quick receive

R = rack

The fourth and fifth characters contain the numerical occurrence: 01, 02…

THIS NUMBER CHANGES AS DIFFERENT PRINTER MODELS ARE ADDED AND LABEL TEMPLATES ARE DESIGNED WITH SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS.

There are a few differences when entering the template name on the AS/400 system as opposed to the PC.

AS/400 System PC

.asd is not included .asd is included.

A space is used when the OEM code is one character in length

An underscore (_) is used instead of a space when the OEM code is one character in length

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AutoScan: PC Bar Code Controller Installation Instructions Reanalyzing Templates

Reanalyzing Templates When converting from AutoScan version 1.6 to version 2.0, it is necessary to reanalyze the templates to work with the new database structure.

1. Open the AutoScan Label Designer on the PC. The icon on the desktop is called “AutoScan”.

2. Select “Find an Existing Label”. Click OK.

NOTE: If you upgrading from a previous version of AutoScan the location of the Bar Code Administrator application has changed. An error message is displayed stating that the dbf database cannot be located. If this message is not displayed proceed to step 4. If the dbf database file was not found click YES (locate file) and proceed to step 3.

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3. Locate the barcode.dbf file. If the barcode.dbf file was installed into the default directory, the file is located at “c:\Program Files\Bar Code Administrator”. Highlight the “barcode.dbf” file. Click OPEN.

The dbf. file has been located and labels may be reanalyzed.

4. Select the label to reanalyze and open it. If the label template needs reanalyzing a warning message is displayed. If the label template opens and displays, the template and database are already in sync. Close the template and continue to the next one. Click YES to reanalyze the template.

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5. The “Reanalyze Database Wizard” is opened. The reanalyze database wizard walk you through the process of reanalyzing the template. Select “Normal Setup”. Press NEXT to continue through the wizard.

6. The default for the File text box is “c:\program files\bar code administrator\bar code.dbf”. If the database was not installed in the default file use the FILE button to locate the appropriate file name. Click NEXT to continue.

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7. The Reanalyze Database Wizard displays the records that have been reanalyzed. Click NEXT to continue.

8. Click the “Sequential access” radial button. Click NEXT to continue.

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9. Name the database and give the database a description. Accept the defaults. Click FINISH.

10. Save the template to retain the new database structure.

11. Repeat these instructions for all templates on the bar code controller.

NOTE: If templates are reanalyzed from a previous version of AutoScan, a window is displayed. “Do you wish to save the file in the old format?”. The old format is a 16 bit format. It is recommended to save templates in the new 32 bit format.

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AutoScan: PC Bar Code Controller Installation Instructions Print a Test Label from the Label Designer

Print a Test Label from the Label Designer 1. Open an existing label. Select FILE from the tool bar and scroll to select PRINT.

2. Select SAMPLE from the print range section. Click OK.

If a sample label does not print, refer to the troubleshooting section “Why are my labels not printing?” before continuing with the instructions.

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Bar Code Controller Interface Module Configuration At this time, use the AS/400 session to add the libraries FUTBARPRNT and FUTBARCODE

1. From a command line, type: EDTLIBL.

2. Press Enter.

3. Enter the libraries at the top of the list beginning with FUTBARPRNT followed by FUTBARCODE. Press Enter. Note: After installation add these libraries to AutoRelease for each user that needs access to the AutoScan menu. Enter the libraries at the top of the list beginning with FUTBARPRNT followed by FUTBARCODE. System Maintenance (option 11 from the Main menu), Set up Security File (option 9 from the system maintenance menu).

The libraries FUTBARPRNT and FUTBARCODE must also be added to your ESS environments before FUTRSLIB and FUTDTALIB.

Note: Enter FUTBARPRNT at the beginning of the list followed by FUTBARCODE.

From the ESS main menu:

1. Select "21" (Work with Environments).

2. Press Enter.

3. Select "A12" with 1.

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4. Press Enter.

5. Select the environment with “2” (Library Cross Ref).

6. Press Enter.

7. From the Library Cross Reference screen press F6 (add library).

8. Enter FUTBARPRNT in the "F3 Library Name" field.

9. Press Enter.

10. Enter your library name and enter “PRD” as the library type.

11. Press Enter.

12. Repeat steps 7 – 10 to add the library: FUTBARCODE 7. To return the ESS main menu Press F12 twice

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AutoScan: PC Bar Code Controller Installation Instructions Application Control File Configuration

Application Control File Configuration Two application control records may need to be entered.

• BARPRTPC Application Control Record: The BARPRTPC record indicates to the AS/400 that the labels are printed from a PC. If this record is not created, labels DO NOT print and the user receives the error message: “Error during printing. Correct problem and try again.”

BARPRTPC Record Application Name: *ALL Keyword: BARPRTPC Length: 00 Decimal Blank Infor Data: Blank

• LBLJOBQ Application Control Record: The LBLJOBQ record, used for AutoScan version 1.6 ONLY, is used to indicate the job queue used for printing labels. If this record is not created, the job queue identified in the control file (from the System Maintenance main menu) is used. Enter a job queue for label printing jobs that is not used by other jobs for maximum printing speed. When the LBLJOBQ record is created the “Job completed normally/abnormally” messages are placed in a message queue. If the LBLJOBQ record is NOT created the user receives break messages. LBLJOBQ Record Application Name: *ALL Keyword: LBLJOBQ Length: 10 Decimal: Blank Infor Data: The jobq name

From the Main Menu of AutoRelease, select SYSTEM MAINTENANCE (option 11), and choose the APPLICATION CONTROL FILE (option 17).

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AutoScan: PC Bar Code Controller Installation Instructions Interface Defaults

Interface Defaults1. From the AutoRelease main menu choose option 10, Complementary Products.

2. Press Enter.

3. From the Complementary Products menu choose option 10, Configurable Interface Tool.

4. Press Enter.

5. Enter FUTBARPRNT in the Interface Defaults Library field.

6. Press Enter.

7. Enter 2 (Edit) next to the interface name “SNDFTPDATA” with a blank company #.

8. Press Enter.

9. Press F18 (Defaults).

10. The “Update Defaults Confirmation” window is displayed.

11. Press F18 (Defaults) again.

12. Exit out of the Configurable Interface tool using F3 (Exit).

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AutoScan: PC Bar Code Controller Installation Instructions OEM Configuration

OEM Configuration The AS/400 “OEM Setup” must be configured accurately for successful operation with the “Controller” PC. The three parameters to verify and modify are the Default Printer, the Format for the Part, Container, Master, Mixed, and Rack Labels, and the IP address of the Controller PC.

1. From the Main Menu of AutoRelease, select option 10 to access the Complementary Products menu.

2. Press Enter.

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3. From the Complementary Products menu, select option 5 to access the AUTOSCAN MENU.

4. Press Enter. Note: If the AutoScan main menu can not be accessed, check the library list. Enter FUTBARPRNT at the beginning of the list followed by FUTBARCODE.

5. Enter “1“ on the “Option” line to open the LABEL PRINT MAIN MENU.

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6. Press Enter.

7. Enter “2“ on the “Option” line to open the LABEL PRINT OEM SETUP MAINTENANCE.

8. Press Enter.

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9. The DEFAULT PRINTER is designated as:

• LPT “X”: for printers that are on the network or connected directly by a parallel port.

• COM “X”: for printers directly connected by a serial port. “X” = 1-9 Use the “:” when entering the Default Printer designation on the AS/400. Refer to the Printer Configuration section for specifics regarding printer connection.

10. The FORMAT for the PART, CONTAINER, MASTER, MIXED, and RACK LABELS are configured according to the “Controller” PC. Example:

• Format for Part Labels: F P01 • Format for Container Labels: F C01 • Format for Master Labels: F M01 • Format for Mixed Labels: F X01 • Format for Rack Labels: F R01

Refer to Template Naming Conventions for specifics regarding Label Formats.

11. If “X” was entered in the “IP Address” field on the Label Print OEM Setup Maintenance screen: enter the PC’s IP Address.

Example: 182.154.102.092 OR If ‘X’ was entered in the “Controller” field on the Label Print OEM Set-up Maintenance screen: enter the Controller Name. Example: CTRL1 Note: The PC controller (CD-ROM) must be at version 1.6 or higher to use the IP

address.

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AutoScan: PC Bar Code Controller Installation Instructions Using the Bar Code Administrator Controller

Using the Bar Code Administrator ControllerOnce the Bar Code Administrator Controller is running user intervention is not required. The “controller” consistently monitors the scan directory for label data to print. If FTP is activated, the “controller” consistently listens to the standard FTP port 21. When label data to print is “seen” the data is processed, merged onto the specified label format, and the data is routed to the designated bar code printer. The “controller” PC screen is displayed.

Scan Status - Informs the user of the controller PCs status at all times. The status may be scanning or paused. Scanning indicates that the controller PC is monitoring its scan directory. When the controller PC is paused it is not scanning the scan directory. However, it continues to listen to the FTP port if activated.

Transfer Status - The transfer status indicates if the controller PC is reading a label data file. When “idle” is displayed the PC is scanning waiting for label data. When a label data file is found, the status changes to reading as it pulls in the label data for formatting.

Print Status - The print status informs the user when the label data has been processed and is ready to send the label data to the printer. If the status is idle the controller PC is ready for printing. If the status is printing the label data has been formatted f and is printing on the bar code printer.

FTP Status - When FTP is activated, the box is green and displays the message that it is listening at the specified IP address. If FTP is NOT activated, the message box is red and displays the message “Not listening”. FTP is required for communication with those applications that do not have access to Windows 95 shared directories.

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Scan Now - This button triggers an instantaneous scan of the directory.

Stop/Start Scan - This button is a toggle that either pauses or starts the scanning of the directory. This button does not effect FTP. The controller PC continues to listen for FTP files regardless if the application is paused or not.

Shut Down - This button closes the controller application down completely.

Menu Functions There are 3 menu options available; File, Logs and Help.

Note: If a menu item is gray, scanning must be paused prior to using the menu option.

File Menu The file menu contains options to configure the controller PC to user specifications, turn FTP on or off, configure the controller, configure FTP, configure the printer to label templates, configure 2D bar code labels, or shut down the controller PC.

FTP Service The FTP Service option turns the FTP functionality on or off. When on, the controller PC listens for label data files that are transferred via FTP. FTP is required when retrieving data files outside of the Windows 95 shared network directory.

System Set-up The System Set-up option is used to configure the controller PC to user specifications. If there are disk space

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limitations certain features may need to be moved to another disk drive.

Scan Directory – Enter the name including the full path of the directory that the controller PC is to scan for label data. If FTP is active, FTP places all files received in this directory.

Scan Interval – Enter the number of seconds that the controller PC pauses between directory scans. The default is 8 seconds.

Log Activity – When active the controller PC logs information on daily activities. If NOT active, daily log information is not kept and statistical information is not available.

Log Retain Days – Enter the number of days to store log activity. Log activities older than the days entered are removed.

Support Options – There are three boxes available. The checkboxes work independently of each other.

• The Save AS/400 File checkbox saves the label data file exactly as it is retrieved from the AS/400. If this box is active, the label data files are saved with a “.dne” suffix. This checkbox assists customers that create their own label print applications.

• The Save Text File checkbox saves the label data file with line breaks between data items instead of having one line with all the data elements. If this box is active, the label data files are saved with a “.txt” suffix. This checkbox assists customers in troubleshooting to verify what data came from the AS/400. Note: “.txt” files cannot be reprocessed.

• The Save Database Table File saves the label data file as a database table for printing. If this box is active, the label data files are saved with a “.dbf” suffix. The table name is changed to include a date and time stamp so that multiple database tables may be saved. This checkbox assists customers in troubleshooting.

• If none of the checkboxes are marked the label data files are deleted after they are printed.

Warning: If any of the three boxes are marked files continue to use space on the hard drive and may fill up the hard disk.

FTP Setup The FTP set-up screen is used to turn on or off special logging for the FTP service. The logging is a trouble-shooting function used to track problems when files are not being received properly via FTP. FTP logging is NOT a

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circular log and may fill up the hard disk.

FTP Detail Log? – If checked, FTP logs are kept. If not checked, FTP logs are not kept. Log File – Enter the name including the full path of the directory where the FTP log resides. If left blank FTP logs are not kept.

Printer Setup This option defines where the Bar Code Administrator looks for the label templates for a specified printer port. This facilitates the Bar Code Administrator’s ability to support different printer brands and models on the same controller. Previously, if the Controller PC had two or more different label printers attached to it, label templates had to be renamed to prevent the label template defined for one particular printer type from overwriting the other. The Printer Setup maintenance dialog box is displayed.

The main section of the dialog box displays any previously defined printer setup information. The first column contains the name of the printer port that has been defined. The second column contains the full path of the directory that holds the label templates that have been developed for the type of printer attached to this port. Multiple printer ports may be defined to point to the same label template directory, but a single printer port may

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NOT be assigned to multiple directories.

Label templates must be moved to the specified directory after defining where the label templates for each printer resides.

Click EXIT when finished to return to the controller’s main screen.

2D Setup This option defines how the 2D bar code label fields are formatted in a label. 2D bar codes provide a method of recording large amounts of data in a relatively small space. For the AutoScan Bar Code Controller to properly format this information into 2D labels, the controller must be informed how the data is arranged in the label. Accessing this option on the File Menu opens the 2D Bar Code Maintenance dialog box.

The main section of the dialog box displays any previously defined labels with 2D bar codes. The first column contains the name of the label template that has a 2D label defined.

NOTE: 2D labels are physically placed in the label template through the AutoScan Label Designer. The 2D setup options within the Controller PC formats the data to be place in the pre-defined 2D label within the template.

The second column contains the name of the dbf database table that the label template uses. The third column contains the name of the 2D data field within the dbf table. This field must be large enough to hold all data that may be contained within the 2D label.

One label may have multiple 2D bar codes. In this case, there must be one line for each 2D bar code and each 2D bar code must be assigned its own field within the dbf table.

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Add Button The add button is used to add a new format definition for a 2D bar code. The 2D reference dialog box is displayed.

Label Template – The name of the label template that contains a 2D bar code. The drop down list displays all label templates that currently reside within the bar code administrator directory on the Controller PC.

DBF Table – The name of the dbf table that is used by the label template selected. The drop down list displays all dbf tables that currently reside within the bar code administrator directory on the Controller PC.

2D Info Container – The name of the database field contained in the dbf table that holds the information for the 2D bar code. This must be predefined in the dbf table as a memo field. The drop down list displays all memo fields within the dbf file.

Save Button – Click SAVE to trigger the field editor (see field editor section). This creates the 2D label reference and opens the field editor dialog box to further define the 2D bar code.

Clear Button – Click CLEAR to erase data from the dialog box and to start over.

Exit Button – Closes the dialog box and returns to the 2D bar code maintenance dialog box.

Field Editor Button The 2D field editor dialog box is used define the dbf fields that are combined to create the 2D bar code. This dialog box is broken down into two categories; the header section and the detail section.

The header section contains information that relates to the “package” as a whole such as: total weight and total pieces.

The detail section contains information that relates to the individual items of the “package” such as: the container’s serial number, weight, and quantity.

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Summarize Detail on Label – This checkbox flags whether summary information is calculated and displayed on the label. If checked then the break column in the detail portion becomes visible and the break formula at the bottom of the screen is displayed. If this field is not checked then these items are not visible to the user.

New items may added to the 2D bar code by moving to an empty field within either the header or detail section and start typing. Data Fields must be valid data fields within the dbf table. Lines may be removed by selecting the line and pressing the delete key on the keyboard.

Data Field – This column assigns the database fields to be included in the header or detail section. A drop down list is displayed with the fields contained within the dbf table.

Qualifier – This column assigns the qualifier that proceeds the data in the 2D bar code. In the example above, the letter “Q” will proceed the quantity value.

Suppress Empty – This column is used to flag data elements as suppressible when they contain no value. If checked, the qualifier is not printed when the data field is empty. In the example above, if the ranno field had been checked, then the qualifier “15K” would not be included in the 2D bar code if the ranno field is empty.

Break? – This column is visible only when the “Summarize Detail On Label” box is checked. It flags the fields within the detail data that triggers a break when the value changes. It is useful for “mixed” loads that may break on part number.

Up/Down Arrows – The up and down arrows on the side of the header and detail sections move the selected item up or down the list. This is used to change the order in which the data elements are written out to the 2D bar code.

Break Formula – The break formula contains the rules for deriving the summary information displayed. This field is

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visible only when the “Summarize Detail On Label” box is checked. The break formula may consist of any field within the controlling database, any consistent value enclosed in double quotes (“), the “\n” symbol which represents a new line, and the functions “@COUNT” and “@SUM”. The “@COUNT” function counts the number of detail line items that occur within the break, the “@SUM” function totals the values of the field.

Save Button – Saves any changes made to the format of the 2D bar code.

Exit Button – Closes the dialog box and returns to the 2D Bar Code Maintenance dialog box.

NOTE: Any changes made without saving are lost.

Copy ButtonThe copy button makes a copy of the selected 2D bar code format to a different label/DBF Table/2D Container combination.

Label Template – The name of the label template to copy. A drop down list of all the existing label templates within the bar code administrator directory is displayed.

DBF Table – The name of the dbf database table that the designated label template uses. A drop down list of all the existing dbf database tables within the bar code administrator directory is displayed.

2D Info Container – The database field used to hold the 2D bar code data.

Note: This must be a memo field within the database to ensure that it is large enough to hold all the required information. A drop down list of all memo fields within the specified dbf database table is displayed.

Note that and existing 2D label format cannot be copied. The combination of the label template, DBF Table, and 2D Info Container must be different than other existing definitions.

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Move Button The move button changes where the 2D label format resides.

Label Template – The name of the label template to move. A drop down of all existing label templates within the bar code administrator directory is displayed.

DBF Table – The name of the dbf database table that the designated label template uses. A drop down list of all existing dbf database tables within the bar code administrator directory is displayed.

2D Info Container – The database field that is used to hold the 2D bar code data.

NOTE: This must be a memo field within the database to ensure that it is large enough to hold all the required information. A drop down list of all the memo fields within the specified dbf database table is displayed.

Note that an existing 2D label format cannot be moved. The combination of the label template, DBF Table, and 2D Info Container must be different than other existing definition.

Delete Button The delete button removes a 2D label format from the system. A confirmation window is displayed.

Click YES to delete the selected 2D format. Click NO to cancel the delete. The 2D Bar Code Maintenance dialog box is displayed.

Export Button The export button saves the 2D label format to an ASCII text file to be moved to another PC or for saving off site. Files exported are automatically given a suffix of “.e2d”. All 2D label formats or the selected 2D formats may be

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exported.

File – The name of the export file that 2D label format data is to be written to. Include the full path of the file, otherwise the file is created in the current directory.

… – This button opens the standard windows find file dialog box. Search for existing export files and select one to overwrite if necessary.

Options – There are three radio buttons that may be selected to export the 2D label formats currently defined. Only one button may be selected.

G_C02/BARCODE/DATAFOR2D - Exports the displayed GM label format.

Selected Rows - Exports the selected label formats.

All - Exports ALL label formats.

Ok – Click OK to create the export file.

Exit – Click EXIT to close the current dialog box and return to the 2D Bar Code Maintenance dialog box.

Import Button The import button loads 2D label formats that were previously saved with the export button. If multiple controller PCs exist, add a 2D label format to one and then export or import the data into the other controllers. This facilitates Infor’s ability to provide label templates if they are purchased from Infor.

File – Enter the name of the import file that 2D label format data has been saved in. Please include the full path of the file otherwise the system will look for the file in your current directory.

…– This button opens the standard windows find file dialog box. Search for existing export files and select the file to import.

Overwrite Existing – Check this box to overwrite existing 2D label formats with the format stored in the specified file. Leave this box unchecked if to keep existing formats.

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Ok – Click OK to import the 2D label data from the specified file.

Exit – Click EXIT to close the current dialog box and return to the 2D Bar Code Maintenance dialog box.

Print Button The print button generates a report of the 2D label formats. The information may be printed for a single 2D label format or for ALL 2D label formats.

Option – Select whether to print the 2D label formats for a single label template or ALL 2D label formats.

Print – Click PRINT to print the 2D label format information. The standard windows printer dialog box is displayed to select the printer to send the report to.

Exit – Click EXIT to close the Print Select dialog box and return to the 2D Bar Code Maintenance dialog box.

Set-Up Button The Set-Up button changes the message header and footer and the format header and trailer that separates the data within the 2D bar code. The 2D Label Set-Up screen is displayed. If the format does not have a setup record the screen displays the MASTER record. The MASTER record is used for all label formats which do not have their own individual setup record.

Hexadecimal Values – Check this box to enter the values in hexadecimal format. The default value used is decimal

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format.

Message Header – Up to three character values may be entered for the message header.

Format Header – Up to three character values may be entered for the format header.

Format Trailer – The format trailer.

Message Trailer – The message trailer.

Create AJC03 Set-up - Creates a setup record with the current settings for a particular label format. The “AJC03” label in this case. Press OK to save. Label formats that do not have specific settings set up use the MASTER settings.

Ok – Click OK to save any changes.

Exit – Click EXIT to close the window and return to the 2D Bar Code Maintenance dialog box.

NOTE: This option does not save changes prior to closing the window. Click OK to save changes.

Logs Menu The general log and the FTP log are accessed from the logs menu. Scanning must be paused before logs can be entered.

View/Print – Accesses the standard log information maintained by the controller PC. Select a date range of activity to either view or print. The standard log contains the label template names and when they were printed and error messages. If FTP is active, the log contains the user that printed the labels.

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Example of a standard log.

Statistics The statistics option contains information retrieved from the standard log. The statistics log may include the number of labels printed each day by either user or label template, the total number of labels printed, the minimum or maximum number of labels printed on a specific day, and the average number of labels printed each day.

A screen is displayed to enter the statistical report requirements.

Clear The clear option deletes the contents of the standard log file. A confirmation window is displayed.

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View/Print FTP The view/print FTP option contains the contents of the FTP log file. The FTP log file is for troubleshooting. The FTP file may be viewed or printed.

Example of the FTP log.

Column Information

1 The connection number.

2 The standard date/time stamp when the event occurred.

3 Whether the data came from the “(server)” or “(client)”. The server is the “Controller” PC and the client is the application that is attempting to download a label data file.

4 The FTP command.

Clear FTP This option deletes the contents of the FTP log file. A confirmation screen is displayed.

Help MenuThe help menu opens the about screen for the Bar Code Administrator application. The about screen contains the current version level.

About Bar Code Administrator – Displays information about the current system and the Bar Code Administrator application. The detail button displays information abut the computer that the application is on. This information

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may need to be accessed when contacting Infor technical support.

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AutoScan: PC Bar Code Controller Installation Instructions Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

Why are my labels not printing?1. Verify the cable is connected from the bar code/label printer to the “Controller” PC.

2. If you are printing labels using the direct connect option, verify the printer is printing through the LABEL DESIGNER first. If a label does not print, then check the dipswitch settings on the printer and make sure they match the serial port settings in the LABEL DESIGNER.

3. Verify that the correct printer driver is specified in the template. To verify what printer driver is being used open the template using the Label Designer (File menu, Label properties, printer tab).

4. Verify the Bar Code Controller Interface Module (BCAdmin) is running on the “Controller” PC.

5. Verify the format for the label templates are correct and they are located in the Bar Code Administrator folder on the PC.

6. Verify that the label templates were created on the same Windows version from which the labels are to be printed.

7. Verify BARPRTPC entry is in the APPLICATION CONTROL FILE.

Why are my print jobs slow?Verify that the LBLJOBQ application control record was created for label print jobs only.

Question: How can I bypass the 3-printer limit when using the NOVELL NETX client to “capture” LPT4-9?

“Cannot Connect to LPT4 with Client for NetWare Networks” The information below is found on the Internet at: http://support.microsoft.com/support/kb/articles/q137/7/26.asp. Last reviewed: December 7, 1995 Article ID: Q137726. The information in this article applies to Microsoft Windows 95.

SymptomsWhen you are using the Microsoft Client for NetWare Networks, you may receive the following error message when you try to capture the LPT4 port in the properties for your printer:

The following error occurred while trying to connect LPT4: to \\<server>\<printer>

Device name is out of allowed range.

CauseThe Microsoft Client for NetWare Networks is limited to three NetWare printer redirections. This same limitation exists with the Novell NETX client, but does not exist with the Novell VLM client.

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ResolutionTo work around this problem, use one of the following methods:

• Connect to the NetWare printer by specifying a Universal Naming Convention (UNC) path to the printer, rather than capturing the LPT4 port. Note: This workaround prevents MS-DOS-based programs from printing to the network printer. MS-DOS-based programs require that you capture a printer port.

• Use the Novell VLM client instead of the Microsoft Client for NetWare Networks.

More InformationFor additional information about printer redirection with the Novell NETX and VLM clients and Windows and Windows for Workgroups versions 3.x, please see the following article in the Microsoft Knowledge Base:

Article-ID: Q119070

Title: Using More Than Three Printer Ports with Novell 4.x & Windows

“Using More Than Three Printer Ports with Novell 4.x & Windows” Last reviewed: November 21, 1994 Article ID: Q119070

The information in this article applies to:

• Microsoft Windows operating system versions 3.1, 3.11

• Microsoft Windows for Workgroups versions 3.1, 3.11

Summary When you are using Novell NetWare version 4.x and Windows, you can have more than three printer ports available through Novell.

More InformationNovell Workstation Shell version 3.x (NETX) is limited to three Novell printer redirections. With Novell DOS Requester (VLM), you can have up to nine printer redirections. To achieve this:

1. Edit the current NET.CFG file and add the following line in the NetWare DOS Requester section Network Printers =<x> where x equals the number of redirections.

2. Edit the WIN.INI file and add LPT<x>:= (where <x> represents the port number) for each LPT port that you want to add. For example: LPT4:= LPT5:= LPT6:= LPT7:= LPT8:= LPT9:=

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How do I change the dipswitch on my bar code printer? • Refer to the manufacturer’s printer manual to change the dipswitch directly on the printer. After the

dipswitch is changed, turn the printer OFF and back ON to reset the printer.

After I change the dipswitch on my printer, how do I match the settings in the Label Designer Software? To change the serial port settings in the Label Designer software, double-click the AutoScan icon on your desktop to open the Label Designer software. Next, open an existing label.

If you already added a printer or if you need to modify the current printer settings, proceed to the appropriate instructions. The first set of screens illustrate adding a printer, as well as, modifying the serial port settings. The second set of screens illustrate how to modify the serial port settings on an existing printer.

How do I add a printer and modify the serial port settings?1. From the AutoScan Label Designer main screen, select FILE and choose LABEL PROPERTIES from the

drop-down menu.

2. Select the PRINTER tab. Click the ADD button to add a bar code printer.

3. Click NEXT.

4. Select the Make and Model of the bar code printer. Click NEXT.

5. Choose the serial port connection, COM1:, COM2:, etc. Click NEXT. (Refer to the printer connection section.)

6. Verify the entries match the printer dipswitch settings. Click NEXT.

How do I modify an existing printer?1. From the AutoScan Label Designer main screen, select FILE, and choose PRINTER SET UP from the

drop-down menu.

2. Select the bar code printer, and click CONNECTION.

3. Select the COM SETTINGS tab and match the entries to the printer’s dipswitch settings. Use the drop-down menu to search and select the settings. Click OK.

Can I design my own labels and how does it work? The AutoScan application includes a Windows-based label design tool. Templates are designed in a WYSIWYG Windows environment. Templates can be transferred to the “Controller” PC and merged with label data from the AS/400. Infor provides pre-designed label formats or you can design your own. You may want to have Infor maintain high volume AIAG production part labels for you and design your own internal and non-AIAG low volume labels. The label reflects data that resides in a database. If a label requires a new field, the label is designed to reference a field in the database file on the AS/400.

Note: The Label Designer application cannot run at the same time as the Bar Code Administrator Module, and labels must be located in the same folder as the Bar Code Controller Interface Module.

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What is meant by a dedicated “Controller” PC? The only software loaded on the “Controller” PC should be: Windows 95 (Revision B)/98, and the Bar Code Controller Interface Module and Label Designer. If other software is loaded on the “Controller” PC, it may cause errors during the label print process.

How can I check if Windows 95 is revision “B”? Version “A” vs. Revision “B” for Windows 95 Revision “B” is a later release of Windows 95, and is a much more stable environment than its predecessor, version “A”. Revision “B” has updated drivers and many “bugs” have been fixed. One method of checking which version the PC has, is to note the opening screen of Windows. When you turn on your PC, the opening screen will display “Windows 95 with Internet Explorer”, this is an indication of the newer revision “B”.

1. If your system is already running, another method of checking which version your PC has, is to right-click on the MY COMPUTER icon on the desktop. Select PROPERTIES.

2. Check under SYSTEM to see if the letter “A” or “B” is next to the version number. If it is “A”, we strongly recommend upgrading to revision “B”.

When I select Option 10 and then option 5 from the AutoScan menu, I receive the message “Licensed product not installed”. What does this mean? The required libraries, FUTBARPRNT and FUTBARCODE, are not entered in your library list or need to be added to your ESS environment.

How do I upgrade to Version 2.0 to improve label print speed?If the label data is not reaching the PC, turn off the suppression of the FTP script log. The FTP script is displayed on the screen when the following steps have been completed. A valid IP address for the controller PC must be entered in the “IP address” field to display the FTP script. The script is helpful in determining why the data is not reaching the PC.

1. From the AutoRelease Main menu choose option 10 (complementary products).

2. Press Enter.

3. From the complementary products menu choose option 10 (configurable interface tool).

4. Press Enter.

5. Select the SNDFTPDATA interface with 5 (display).

6. Press Enter.

7. Select the PGM2 “Execute FTP command” line with 11 (overrides).

8. Press Enter.

9. Select the PGM2 “OUTPUT” file with 2 (edit).

10. Press Enter.

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11. Change the “Run Override” flag to “N.”

12. Press Enter.

13. Ignore the warning message: “Object QFTPSRC in library QTEMP not found” and press Enter twice.

14. Reprint a label. The FTP script is displayed on the screen.

Example of a successful FTP transfer

How do I retrieve label data from a business application?Version 2.03 of the AutoScan Bar Code Controller prints bar code labels from data retrieved via an ASCII flat file. One of the main benefits of using an ASCII flat file is the flexibility of being able to retrieve label data from a business application.

There are two (2) ways that data is moved to the controller PC:

• The controller PC monitors a local directory on the PC.

• The controller PC listens on a local port for FTP transferred files.

The controller PC looks for two ASCII flat files. There are no restrictions on the name of the data files, although care must be taken that the files do not overwrite each other. The controller PC identifies bar code data files by their suffixes. The main data file must end in the suffix “.f3”. The second file must have the same name as the data file and end with the suffix “.flg”. The purpose of the .flg file is to indicate when the .f3 file is ready to process. The

Input read from specified override file. Connecting to remote host 192.168.102.33 using port 21. 220 kimc - Bar Code Administrator ready. Enter login ID (kim): 331 Password required for KIM. 230 User KIM logged in. 'SYST ': command not understood or implemented at this time. Enter an FTP subcommand. > put futbarprnt/rspbarprt3.QPADEV002Z c:\BCScan\QPADEV002Z000912103358.F3 227 Passive Mode entered (192,168,102,33,4,35) 150 Opening data connection. 226 Transfer complete. 5628 bytes transferred in 0.082 seconds. Transfer rate 68.608 KB/sec. Enter an FTP subcommand. > put futbarprnt/rspftpflag c:\BCScan\QPADEV002Z000912103358.flg 227 Passive Mode entered (192,168,102,33,4,35) 150 Opening data connection. 226 Transfer complete. 0 bytes transferred in 0.021 seconds. Transfer rate 0.000 KB/sec. Enter an FTP subcommand. > syscmd clrpfm file(futbarprnt/rspbarprt3) mbr(QPADEV002Z) Enter an FTP subcommand. > quit 221 Goodbye Press Enter to end terminal session.

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.flg file must not be sent to the controller until the application that is creating the .f3 file is finished. This prevents the controller from processing the data file before it is finished and generating partial labels. The .flg file is not read and may be nothing more than an empty file. An example of valid file names for printing labels is:

19990630120502jm.f3 19990630120502jm.flg

A date/time stamp is recommended within the name to help ensure that label data files do not overwrite each other. If working in a multi-user environment, the data/time stamp alone may not sufficient. It may be beneficial to include the user name in the file name.

The .f3 data file contains multiple lines of bar code labels to print. The first line must be a header line that identifies the order the data is found in the file. The header line and each label to print must be separated by a carriage return and line feed. The header line must be the first line and must be contained on a single line. The following lines represent the labels (one label per line). A vertical bar (|) separates data fields within a label. The following example shows a data file that prints three labels.

DBFFile|LblFmt|Set|Prnter|Serial|Cpart|Qty Barcode|C_C01|2|LPT1:|12343453|A123-434-2|100 Barcode|C_C01|1|LPT1:|43432434|B34343434|50 Barcode|C_C01|1|LPT1:|2342343|232-XB-3434334|10 AutoScan Install Instructions 12/2003 Page 79

The AutoScan label printer uses a Dbase table structure for printing labels. The controller PC acts as a translator from the AS400 and other applications to properly populate the Dbase tables for label printing. Therefore, the header line must contain valid column headers for the Dbase table. In the above example, the fields: DBFFile, LblFmt, Set, Prnter, Serial, Cpart, and Qty are valid fields in the barcode.dbf table. The AutoRelease application uses a predefined Dbase table called barcode.dbf for its AutoScan printing. You may use this Dbase table for your print purposes as well. This table is predefined with approximately 177 fields that may be used to pass data to the label print routines.

Note: You may define your own Dbase table to use with custom labels. The Dbase table must be placed in the Bar Code Administrator directory on the controller PC to be used by the controller. However, for the controller PC to properly use this table, it must contain the following four fields:

• DBFFile (contains the name of the dbf table)

• LblFmt (contains the name of the bar code label to print)

• Set (contains the number of copies or duplicates)

• Prnter (contains the name of the printer port connected to the controller PC)

Once the data and flag files are created, place them within the scan directory for the controller PC. The controller PC monitors a designated directory (default is c:\bcscan) for the label files to print.

This may be done in one of two ways:

• If the application that created the data/flag files resides on the same windows network as the controller PC, copy them to the directory. The scanned directory on the controller PC must be a shared directory.

• Transmit (via FTP) the files to the controller PC. The controller PC listens to the standard FTP port 21 for files. Log into FTP with the password of “bcadmin”.

NOTE: 2D labels generally consist of header and detail information. The header information contains elements that apply to the entire load. This includes information such as the license plate of the load, total weight, and total

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quantity shipped. The detail information contains elements that apply to the individual items that make up the load. This includes such information as each container’s license plate, each container’s part number, each container’s quantity and weight.

When creating a data file for 2D labels, the first data line below the column headers contains the data to be used in the header portion of the 2D bar code symbol. All remaining lines are combined to create the detail section. Each 2D data file is restricted to contain data for one bar code label.

Additional Upgrade InformationUpgrading from Version 1.0 via ESS A physical file is needed on the AS/400 to build AutoScan data. If AutoScan is upgraded to version 2.03 via ESS the physical file must be manually created. If AutoScan version 2.03 was received via media the physical file is included and does NOT need to be manually created.

From a command line, type: CRTSRCPF FILE(FUTBARPRNT/QFTPSRC)

Press Enter.

If the file already exists on the AS/400, two warning messages are displayed. File QFTPSRC in library FUTBARPRNT already exists. File QFTPSRC not created in library FUTBARPRNT. Since the physical file already exists the command is cancelled.

If the file does NOT exist on the AS/400, a warning message is displayed. File QFTPSRC created in library FUTBARPRNT. The physical file was created.

Upgrading from Version 1.6 to 2.0 If you are upgrading from AutoScan version 1.6, it is recommended that you upgrade to version 2.0 before upgrading to version 2.03. It is also recommended that you remove or uninstall previous AutoScan versions prior to installing version 2.0. If however, version 1.6 is running and the log information needs to be retained, follow the steps below.

1. Copy the MoveLogs utility. The MoveLogs utility resides on the 2.0 AutoScan CD or may be downloaded from the website.

2. Copy or move the bclogs.mdb file from the Controller PC (this can be done using the Window’s explorer). If AutoScan was installed in the default directory this file resides in “c:\Bar Code Administrator” directory.

3. Uninstall the previous version of AutoScan. (This may be done through the Window’s control panel using the add/remove programs icon).

4. Install the 2.0 version of AutoScan.

5. Move the saved copy of bcLogs.mdb (saved as a different name, for example bcLogsSaved.mdb) to the Controller’s application directory. If AutoScan version 2.0 was installed in the default directory the file resides in “c:\Program Files\Bar Code Administrator”.

6. Open a dos/command window (click on MS-Dos option of the start menu or open the run dialog box and type COMMAND and click the OK button).

7. Move to the controller’s application directory by typing cd “c:\Program Files\Bar Code Administrator” or the file that the application was installed. Press Enter. NOTE: The double quotes around the directory name needs to be included because the directory path includes spaces.

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8. Run the MoveLogs utility by typing: e:\MoveLogs.exe oldlogname.mdb, bcLogs.mdb.

• e:\ indicates that the MoveLogs utility resides on the CD where e: is the drive of the CD, • oldlogname is the name of the log file that you saved from version 1.6.

NOTE: If the MoveLogs utility was downloaded from the Infor web site, replace e:\ with the full path of the directory that the file was downloaded to.

9. When the utility finishes the logs from the previous version are accessed using version 2.0. Type EXIT to close the command window.

10. Press Enter.

Upgrading to a Version greater than 2.0 – Improving Label Print Speed Use these instructions to decrease the amount of time it takes to print labels using AutoScan version 2.0, or greater. After this upgrade is installed, the Configurable Interface Tool is no longer used to build the data file that is transferred to the PC Controller. The time to run label print jobs improves considerably.

1. 1. Receive and apply update XXXXX.

2. Create the SNDFTPDATA interface for the new version (version 21) as opposed to the current version (version 10). After creating the interface defaults for SNDFTPDATA, version 21, be sure to delete or change the “from program” flag to ‘N’ for SNDFTPDATA, version 10.

a. From the AutoRelease main menu choose option 10 (Complementary Products). b. Press Enter.c. From the complementary products Menu choose option 10 (Configurable Interface Tool). d. Press Enter.e. In the “interface defaults library” field Enter FUTBARPRNT. f. Press Enter.g. Scroll to find the SNDFTPDATA interface version 20, select with 2 (Edit). h. Press Enter. i. The Create Interface screen is displayed. Interface defaults must be created. j. Press F18 (Defaults) twice. k. Change the run flags to “N” for SNDFTPDATA, version 10.

3. Create the BCBASIC record in the application control file:

a. From the AutoRelease main menu choose option 11 (System Maintenance). b. Press Enter.c. From the System Maintenance menu choose option 17 (Application Control File Maintenance).d. Press Enter.e. Add the following application control record:

Company: ** Application Name: *ALL Key Word: BCBASIC Length: 01 Decimal: blank Infor Data: Y Press Enter

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Example

Setup is complete if FUTBARPRNT has NOT been renamed. Follow instructions on page 3 to rename FUTBARPRNT in the FTP script. Print the labels and notice the difference in speed.

If the FUTBARPRNT library was renamed or a test library is to be used, the following steps MUST be taken to change the library name in the FTP script.

1. From the AutoRelease main menu choose option 10 (Complementary Products).

2. Press Enter.

3. From the Complementary Products menu choose option 10 (Configurable Interface Tool).

4. Press Enter.

5. Select the SNDFTPDATA interface with 5 (Display).

6. Press Enter.

7. Select the PGM1 “Create FTP script” with 12 (functions).

8. Press Enter.

9. Select the “Write put file record” line with 12 (Mapping).

10. Press Enter.

11. Select the first item with 2 (Edit).

12. Press Enter.

13. The Edit Field Mapping screen is displayed. In the “from alpha value” field change the library name.

14. Press Enter 3 times.

KIM Application Control File Maintenance 9/11/XX 16:33:57 Type options, press Enter. CO# Name Keyword 1=Add 2=Change 4=Delete Position to: APP Fld Opt CO# Name Keyword Fu 1 ** *ALL BCBASIC CO# APP Name Keyword ** *ALL AEOUTQ Y ** *ALL BCBASIC Us ** *ALL BARPRTPC Y Infor Data Length: 01_ Dec: ___ Us 1 2 3 4 ** *ALL CARDID M3 123456789012345678901234567890123456789012345 _ Y___________________________________Us ** *ALL CHARGEEU B Us Customer Data Length: ___ Dec: ___ ** *ALL CHGFRQPA Y 1 2 Us 12345678901234567890

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F1=Help F3=Exit F5=Refr F12=Return

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15. Select the “Write put flag file record” line with 12 (mapping).

16. Press Enter.

17. Select the first item with “2” (Edit).

18. Press Enter.

19. The Edit Field Mapping screen is displayed. In the “from alpha value” field change the library name.


21. Select the “Write clear member system command” line with 12 (mapping).

22. Press Enter.

23. Select the first item with “2” (Edit).

24. Press Enter.

25. The Edit Field Mapping screen is displayed. In the From Alpha Value field change the library name.


27. Print a test label. DO NOT rename these templates: - G_C02 - G_M02 - G_X02

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