123Scan Utility v6.0 Release Notes
123Scan Utility v6.0 Release Notes
Contents
Overview ....................................................................................................................................................... 1
Device Compatibility ..................................................................................................................................... 3
Version History.............................................................................................................................................. 3
Components ................................................................................................................................................ 14
Installation – Requirements ........................................................................................................................ 15
Overview
123Scan is an easy-to-use, PC-based software tool that enables the quick and easy set-up of Zebra
scanners.
123Scan uses a wizard tool to guide users through a streamlined set up process. Once parameters are
set, the values are saved to a configuration file that can be distributed via email, electronically
downloaded via USB cable or used to generate a sheet of programming bar codes that can be scanned.
123Scan can generate multiple reports that can be easily rebranded using Microsoft Word and Access.
Report options include parameters, asset tracking (inventory) information and a validation of scanned
data.
Additionally, 123Scan can display scanned barcode data including non-printable characters. It can
display, optimize and save pictures from an imager scanner. It can also upgrade scanner firmware,
automatically check online to enable support for newly released products, generate a single 2D barcode
for one scan programming and stage large numbers of scanners simultaneously via USB hub(s).
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Functionality,
1. Optimized for first time users.
2. Utility supports the latest scanner updates by performing a check for updates at bootup
3. Generation of an electronic configuration file.
a. Supported programming modes from a configuration file include.
i. Electronic programming
ii. Barcode scanning
b. Maintain a library of configuration files by saving files to your PC.
4. Program Data Formatting Rules
a. Advanced Data Formatting (ADF)
b. Multicode Data Formatting (MDF)
c. Data Parsing
i. UDI
ii. GS1
iii. Blood Bag
d. Drivers Licensing Parsing (USA only)
5. Firmware upgrade of scanners
a. Using a standard USB cable
b. Using a Bluetooth connection to a Cordless Scanner (no cradle)
6. Report generation capabilities.
a. Parameter Report: List of parameters programmed within a configuration file.
b. Activity Report: List of activities performed on a scanner(s) within a screen session.
c. Inventory Report: List of scanners configured and their asset tracking information.
d. Validation Report: Printout of scanned data can include non-printable characters.
e. Statistics Report: List of all statistics retrieved from scanner.
7. Rebranding Reports / Partner Customization.
a. Customize Programming Barcode Sheet after 123Scan outputs it to a Microsoft Word
document.
b. Customize Reports after 123Scan outputs it to a Microsoft Word document.
8. Data Viewer
a. Display scanned barcode data from a USB cable including non-printable characters.
b. Display, optimize and save images from a USB connected imager scanner.
9. Discovered Scanner Tab.
a. Access to scanner asset tracking information.
b. Ability to program scanners simultaneously using powered USB hubs. If a 7-port hub, it
must have at least a 3.5 Amp power supply. For fast staging use 123Scan’s Mass
Upgrade Mode available on the Discovered Scanners tab.
i. Loading a configuration : 10 Scanners
ii. Upgrading firmware : 10 Corded; or 3 to 5 Cordless; or 2 to 5
MP6X00; or 2 to 4 RFD8500
10. Statistics Viewer for scanners that support statistics such as the MP6000, DS3608, LI3678…
11. Remote Management Package
a. Generate SMS (Scanner Management Package) using built in wizard
For more information on 123Scan, including how to videos go to http://www.zebra.com/123Scan.
For support, please visit http://www.zebra.com/support.
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Device Compatibility
For the compatible devices list, please visit following page.
https://www.zebra.com/us/en/support-downloads/software/utilities/123scan-utility.html
Version History
Version 6.00.0012 – 10/2023
1. Enhanced Configuration Wizard / Device Selection Screen – Simplified display of
devices. Shortened displayed scanner list to active scanners (currently selling /
supported). Discontinued devices available at bottom of page via a link.
2. Enhanced Advanced Data Formatting (ADF) capabilities
a. Updated ADF “what is this” dialogs. Link now exists to access General
Settings (of ADF rule’s).
b. “Trigger bar code” link added back to ADF rule card (in ADF Criteria dialog).
c. Removed outdated “Send Special Keys” category from ADF Actions under
Action “Send Value”.
d. Bug fix – Added warning dialog if possible loss of data - When copying ADF
actions between rule cards configured with conflicting data length (Full
string length vs compact string length).
3. Enhanced App Developer Report – Added Asset Info, Statistics, Action attributes, ...
in addition to existing scanner parameters.
4. Enhanced Staging Flash Drive Package - Added SP72XX support to Staging Flash
Drive package creation wizard.
5. Optimized Automatic 123Scan Over-the-Air Updater – Added auto retry to updater
(utility and plug-in).
6. Enhanced Barcode Report Layout - Removed list of scanner models displayed in
barcode report. Within next 6 months will be an option in the print settings.
7. Bug Fix – Added support for extended ASCII character “160” to input actions.
8. Bug Fix – Fixed rare issue in downloading a cradle / BT scanner plugin.
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ii. To modify default ADF rules – Add rule to a config, modify it and
then save it to library under your desired name.
g. Enhanced automatic plug-in download – Now supports automatic plugin
download when opening a saved configuration file containing ADF rules,
when an exact matching plug-in is not found in the host PC. If required,
plugin automatically downloads. This may take up to 20 seconds.
2. Bug fix – In Chinese localization mode, resolved issue loading configuration with
MDF settings through a USB cable.
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2. Bug fix – Fixed issue in UDI Parsing with AI value 395n.
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2. Bug fix – Fixed configuration file generation issue if the config file enables “Preferred
Symbol”.
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3. CS6080 and all Bluetooth Wireless scanners enhancements
a. “Clone and Modify” button on the 123Scan start screen now works with BT
scanners. This was achieved by removing the set defaults attribute from the
Bluetooth pairing barcode.
b. “Update Scanner Firmware” button on the 123Scan start screen modified to
behave similarly to “Clone and Modify” button for BT scanner. This was
achieved by removing the set defaults attribute from the Bluetooth pairing
barcode.
4. Added programable label ID support on IBM OEM interfaces for select USB cabled
scanners like the MP7000.
5. Bug fix – L10W (EMC tablet) plugin now displays supported models properly.
6. Bug fix – Fixed wrong plug-in name shown on start screen’s “Update Scanner
Firmware” when connected to a LS2208 (Tahoe) scanners.
7. Bug fix – Fixed 123Scan issue when re-opening a 123Scan created USB Staging Flash
Drive for the MP7000 AND DS8108.
8. Bug fix – Fixed CS4070 programmable barcode generation problem on parameter
barcode report.
4. Prefix Suffix - Removal select GUI Key (CMD Key) functionality from “Send Command
Key” screen.
5. ADF enhancements
a. Added support for upper ASCII 255 (from ASCII 128 to 255)
b. Removal select GUI Keys (CMD Keys) functionality from “Send Command
Key” screen within ADF actions.
6. Added support for screens with 1280x720 resolution.
7. Bug fix - Added ability to change print size (mil size) of programming barcode (fix
based on plugin change)
8. Bug fix – Solved issue at launch in Turkish localization.
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2. Improved firmware update reliability by adding up to 3 retry attempts if a firmware
update failure occurs.
3. SR plugins (most used plugin) now listed at top of list within configuration wizard.
:
a. Added recently selected scanners section
b. provide search box to automate scanner selection.
2. 123Scan maintains preferences when updating 123Scan with new installation
software. For example, A4 paper size is maintained when loading new version of
123Scan.
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3. App Developer Report - Added this new report that lists all available attributes
(parameters) and their range of supported values for a plugin. This report is for
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Version 5.00.0001 – 08/2018
1. Added support (localization) for simplified Chinese language. 123Scan will
automatically open in simplified Chinese, if this is your Window’s default OS locale.
Note to manually change 123Scan’s localization, click Preferences / Language /
Localization and select your desired language. After clicking Apply, restart 123Scan
for the setting to take effect.
2. Name of utility changed from 123Scan2 to 123Scan.
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2. Enhanced bar code data processing in fast HID KB mode.
3. Decreased application launch time and decreased installation package size.
4. Simplified Mass Upgrade mode, available on the Discovered Scanners Tab.
5. Added additional “Time between MDF Codes” options to the Multicode Data
Formatting screen.
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4. Added support to copy bar code data from the Data View’s scan log into the
Windows Clipboard using a right mouse click.
5. Bug fix – “RS-232 host mode change” programming 2D bar code now printed as two
2D bar codes.
6. Bug fix – Up Carrot ( ^ indicates change from factory default) in Config Wizard
properly displayed.
7. Bug fix – Corrected bar code printed for “IBM Specification level” parameter.
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Version 3.01.0001 – 10/2013
1. Added ability to display scale weight for the MP6000 within the data view.
2. Added independent display of “Set to Default” parameter based on cordless or
corded scanner.
3. Optimized text in numerous dialogs and menus.
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2. Updated Set Defaults Barcode Options report, added “Set Factory Defaults” and
“Write to Custom Defaults” barcodes.
3. Updated the print programming barcodes reports: Replace the “Set Defaults”
parameter with “Set Factory Defaults” for RSM 2 scanner printouts. For RSM 1 and
legacy scanner printouts, the Set Default parameter is still utilized.
4. Added two new RFID code types for RFID based ADF rules.
Components
If the default install location is not changed, the components are installed in the following folders:
Component Location
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Application Program Files\Zebra Technologies\Barcode Scanners\123Scan2
Installation – Requirements
Hardware Requirements
• Pentium Dual-Core E214 1.6GHz or Pentium Mobile Dual-Core T2060 or Pentium
Celeron E1200 1.6GHz.
• 2GB RAM 1.2 GB free hard drive space.
• USB port, 1.1 or higher, for the connection of USB Scanners.
• Minimum display resolution = 1024 by 768 pixels.
NOTE: To use 123Scan, a Windows computer and mouse are required. 123Scan does not
support touch screen use.
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2. Allow HTTPS data (Port 443 should be open if a firewall is present).
3. The proxy setting should be set in the System Proxy not on Individual applications (Ex. Firefox
Proxy will not work). [ http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows7/Change-proxy-server-
settings-in-Internet-Explorer].
a. This can be confirmed by browsing to
https://www.zebra.com/content/dam/zebra_new_ia/en-us/solutions-
verticals/product/Software/scanner-software/123scan/fact-sheets/data-capture-dna-
123scan-fact-sheet-en-a4.pdf from Internet Explorer. It should download the ZEBRA
SCANNER 123SCAN SPEC SHEET. If not, there is some proxy setting issue.
4. Application needs at least 1Mb of free space in C: drive or the System drive.
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