Motorola LS2208 User Manual - Page 36

3 - 2 Symbol LS2208 Product Reference Guide Troubleshooting Table 3-1 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Nothing happens when you follow the operating instructions, or the scanner displays erratic behavior (laser does not come on, scanner emits frequent beeps). No power to the scanner. Interface/power cables are loose. Laser comes on, but symbol does Scanner is not programmed not decode. for the correct bar code type. Bar code symbol is unreadable. Symbol is decoded, but not transmitted to the host. Distance between scanner and bar code is incorrect. Scanner is not programmed for the correct host type. Possible Solutions Check the system power. Ensure the power supply is connected if your configuration requires a power supply. Check for loose cable connections. Be sure the scanner is programmed to read the type of bar code you are scanning. Check the symbol to make sure it is not defaced. Try scanning test symbols of the same bar code type. Move the scanner closer to or further from the bar code. Scan the appropriate host type bar code.