Using ESP

This section explains the basic structure and elements of ESP (Easy Setup Program).

When ESP is opened, unless otherwise specified in ESP Preferences, the EZ Mode view will appear. App Mode contains several configuration menus (Communication, Read Cycle, Symbologies, I/O Parameters, Matchcode, and Diagnostics), a Setup interface, a Terminal interface, and a Utilities interface.

ESP can be used to configure the QX-870 in three different ways:

• Graphic User Interfaces: Scanner settings can be configured using such point-and-click tools as buttons, spin boxes, check boxes, and drag-and-drop functions.

• Tree Controls: Each configuration menu contains a list of all option settings that pertain to that specific area of scanner operation. For example, the Read Cycle menu shows a Laser Setup command, and then a list of the parameters Laser On/Off, Laser Framing Status, Laser On Position, Laser Off Position, and Laser Power. Each parameter can be configured using dropdown menus or fields where characters can be entered.

• Terminal: ESP's Terminal allows the user to send serial configuration and utility commands directly to the scanner by typing them in the provided field.

Information about using specific commands in ESP is provided in subsequent sections.