This guide explains how to configure a barcode scanner for use with the TOP HMI, depending on the connection method (USB or Serial).

 

1. If Using a USB Barcode Scanner
When a barcode scanner is connected to the USB port of the TOP HMI, you need to configure it in TOP Design Studio as follows:

1) Launch TOP Design Studio.
2) Go to [Project] - [Property] to open the Project Option window.
3) Select [USBDevice] from the left menu, and click [Add PLC] to add [USB Barcode].

 

4) Once added, select [USB Barcode] to access its configuration panel on the right.

 

[USB Barcode Configuration]
- Write Address: Enter the PLC address where the scanned barcode data will be written.
- Word Count: Set the number of word addresses needed to store the barcode data.

* Note: Each word (16-bit) can store 2 characters.
             Ex) If the barcode contains 40 characters, set Word Count to 20.

 

2. Setting the USB Barcode ID on the HMI
1) On the HMI device, press the [Exit] button on the top menu to enter the system menu.
2) Go to [Control Panel] - [USB Manager].
3) Set the ID for the connected USB barcode scanner.

 

3. If Using a Serial Barcode Scanner
1) In TOP Design Studio, add a new device via the serial port by clicking [Add PLC].
2) Set the following:
   - Vendor: Peripheral Device
   - Model: Serial Barcode
3) The remaining settings (Write Address, Word Count, etc.) are the same as for USB.