TigerStop Mk2 Barcode Scanner

Safety First! 
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL WARNINGS BEFORE OPERATING THIS PRODUCT.
GENERAL WARNINGS
WARNING: Installation of your TigerStop® Product must be done by a person trained in the safe design and installation of automation products, and in the safe operation of power equipment. Ensure that such installation meets all legally required safety requirements and guidelines, and that proper guarding and safety devices are provided on all sides of the equipment to preclude unintended access during operation. Consult with and follow the recommendations of a qualified safety engineer.
WARNING: TigerStop® Products are components intended for use in conjunction with potentially dangerous machinery.
The use of TigerStop® Products does not make other machinery safe. TigerStop® Products are not intended to substitute, in any manner, for safe operating practices in general, or for safety features present in other machines designed to make those machines as safe as possible. TIGERSTOP® PRODUCTS, IF USED OR INSTALLED IMPROPERLY, MAY CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH AND SHOULD ONLY BE OPERATED BY PERSONS TRAINED IN THEIR SAFE OPERATING PROCEDURES. Illustrations of TigerStop® Products in use do not show, and are not intended to show, all safety features and practices necessary for their safe operation.
INSTALLATION WARNINGS
WARNING: TigerStop® Products must be installed in accordance with all local, state, and federal regulations. Only personnel properly trained in the safe design and installation of automation machinery and related power equipment should install TigerStop® Products onto other equipment, to ensure a safe and proper work station. TigerStop® Products should not be operated without proper training, both in the operation of TigerStop® Products, and in the operation of related equipment.
IMPORTANT CAUTION:
The motor box (compartment) contains high voltage with potentially FATAL amperage. NEVER attempt any unauthorized actions inside the motor box.
INTERCONNECTS
WARNING: Using a TigerStop® interconnect does not relieve you of the responsibility for making sure that your saw or other tool has all the necessary safety equipment in place. All installations must meet all legally required safety requirements and guidelines. Installation and training should be done following the recommendations of a qualified safety engineer.
OPERATION
DANGER: This machine can start, move and stop automatically. Keep hands and loose clothing clear of moving parts while operating. Moving parts can crush and cut. When used with a saw or other cutting equipment, bodily injury and death may result if operated without safety guards on all machines. Do not operate with guards removed. Operators must wear adequate eye and ear protection.
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Warning! This machine can start, move and stop automatically. Keep hands and loose clothing clear of moving parts while operating. Moving parts can crush and cut. |
| Keep the work area clean and well-lighted to avoid accidental injury. | |
| Do not use TigerStop® machines in a dangerous environment. Always install TigerStop® machines indoors and according to the installation instructions. | |
| Do not use TigerStop® machines in damp or wet locations or in rain. These conditions may result in shock or electrocution. | |
| Do not operate near flammable liquids or in gaseous or explosive atmospheres! | |
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Wear proper apparel: no loose clothes, long hair, or jewelry which could get pulled into moving machinery or materials. Wear proper personal protective equipment: non-slip footwear, safety glasses, ear protection, gloves, and a dust mask. |
| Do not use extension cords with TigerStop® machines. | |
| Do not open motor compartment or controller. High voltage with potentially FATAL amperage present! Disconnect power before servicing. No user-serviceable parts inside. | |
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DO NOT operate this or any machine under the influence of drugs or alcohol! Only fully-qualified personnel should operate this machine. Read the entire manual before operation of this machine. |
Contact Us
Offices
TigerStop Global Headquarters
12909 NE 95th Street Vancouver, WA 98682-2426
TigerStop Europe
Bedrijvenstraat 17 NL-7641 AM Wierden, Netherlands
Call Us
TigerStop Customer Service
Phone: +1 (360) 448 6102
TigerStop Sales
Phone: +1 (360) 254 0661 ext 2
TigerStop Headquarters
Phone: +1 (360) 254 0661
Fax: +1 (360) 260 0755
TigerStop Europe
Phone: +31 546 575 171
TigerStop Europe | Sales
Phone: +31 546 575 171 (option 2)
TigerStop Europe | Service
Phone: +31 546 575 171 (option 1)
TigerStop Mexico
Phone: +1 (360) 254 0661
TigerStop Customer Service
Email: service@tigerstop.com
TigerStop Sales
Email: sales@tigerstop.com
TigerStop Headquarters
Email: careers@tigerstop.com
TigerStop Europe | Sales
Email: saleseurope@tigerstop.com
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Email: serviceeurope@tigerstop.com
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Parts Inventory
This section outlines which parts you will receive depending on your order. You will not receive all of the listed parts unless you ordered both a wired and wireless Barcode Scanner, including the kit add-on.
Wireless Barcode Scanner Parts
These are the parts included in a standard wireless Barcode Scanner order.
| PART | DESCRIPTION (NUMBER) | QUANTITY |
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Wireless Barcode Scanner (M5260) | 1 |
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Charging Base (M5255) | 1 |
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Power Supply (M4265) | 1 |
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Scanner Cable (J5260) | 1 |
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RS232 Cable (J8004-2) | 1 |
Wired Barcode Scanner Parts
These are the parts included in a standard wired Barcode Scanner order.
| PART | DESCRIPTION (NUMBER) | QUANTITY |
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Wired Barcode Scanner (M4260) | 1 |
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Power Supply (M4265) | 1 |
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Scanner Cable (J5260) | 1 |
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RS232 Cable (J8004-2) | 1 |
Additional Kit Parts
These parts come with the ‘Kit’ version of each scanner, only.
| PART | DESCRIPTION (NUMBER) | QUANTITY |
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I/O Panel (SA2535) | 1 |
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Controller Cable (J4210) | 1 |
Installation
Kit Orders, Only
If your order includes an I/O Panel, mount it somewhere in range of both the Amplifier/Motor Box and the Standard Controller. Connect the Amplifier/Motor Box to the ‘Amp’ port and the Standard Controller to the ‘Controller’ port on the I/O Panel, as pictured.

Wired Barcode Scanner Installation
- Connect the Scanner Cable to the base of the Barcode Scanner.

- Connect the RS232 Cable to the Scanner Cable.

- Connect the other end of the RS232 Cable to the ‘AUX’ port on the I/O Panel or the lower RS232 port on the Amplifier/Motor Box.

- Connect the Power Supply to the Scanner Cable.

- Plug the Power Supply into a power outlet.
Wireless Barcode Scanner Installation
- Connect the Scanner Cable to the bottom of the Charging Base.

- Connect the RS232 Cable to the Scanner Cable.

- Connect the other end of the RS232 Cable to either the ‘AUX’ port on the I/O Panel or the lower RS232 port on the Amplifier/Motor Box.

- Connect the Power Supply to the Charging Base.

- Plug in the Power Supply to a power outlet.
- Place the Barcode Scanner into the Charging Base and allow it to charge.

Enabling
Barcode Scanner won’t function until it is enabled.
Enable Code:
- At the Ready Screen, press the [Show] soft key.

- Press the [Menu] soft key.

- Enter the TigerStop®’s password and press
- By default, the TigerStop®’s password is the serial number.

- By default, the TigerStop®’s password is the serial number.
- Press


- Press the [SysInfo] soft key

- Press


- Press
and then
in sequence.

- Press
to erase the current enable code.

- Press
to return to the Ready Screen.

- Power down the TigerStop® and wait for 5 seconds.
Enable Code: - Power up the TigerStop®.
- Enter the enable code and press
- The TigerStop® is ready for Barcode Scanner.
Operation
Familiarize yourself with the TigerStop® Standard Controller before attempting to operate your machine with the Barcode Scanner. Download the TigerStop® Standard Controller 5 User Manual here: https://www.tigerstop.com/download/tigerstop-users-guide/
Making Barcodes
The Barcode Scanner reads code 39 barcodes. Make these barcodes using a code 39 font with any word processing program.
Barcode Format
The Barcode Scanner requires a specific format.
Start with an asterisk, then a decimal position, and followed by another asterisk: *###.###*
Example: To send the TigerStop® to 23 1/8th inch. Make the following code: *23.125*
Then, change the font to code 39:
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Moving to Position
The Barcode Scanner can move the TigerStop® to a specified position.
- Start at the Ready Screen.

- Scan a position barcode.
- e.g. 23.125.

- e.g. 23.125.
- The TigerStop” moves to the position specified by the barcode.
Ensure the area is clear. The positioner will move.

Building a Part List
By scanning postion barcodes, the Barcode Scanner can enter part lengths into a part list.
- Either begin a new part list or edit an existing part list.
- At the length entry screen, scan a position barcode. TigerStop® enters the barcoded length.
- Continue scanning position barcodes, as desired.
- Press the [Done] soft key to exit.

TigerLink 6 Functions
Requires purchase of TigerLink 6.
With TigerLink 6 software, you can use a barcode to download a part list and print barcode labels. For details on TigerLink 6, see the TigerLink 6 User Manual: https://www.tigerstop.com/download/tigerlink-6-user-manual/
Part List Barcode Format
TigerLink 6 requires a specific barcode format to download a part list.
Start with an asterisk, then a capital ‘Q’, followed by the part list number generated by TigerLink 6, and finished with an asterisk.
*Q#####*
- At the Ready Screen, scan the part list barcode.
- Press the [Grab] soft key to download the part list.

Printing Barcodes
Requires purchase of TigerLink 6 and Printing.
TigerLink 6 can produce printed barcodes. In order to do so, edit the CutListLinks file to include tags with the font set to ‘39’. Refer to the Advanced Topics section of the TigerLink 6 User Manual for instructions.
Appendix: Setup
The Barcode Scanner comes pre-setup from the factory. Follow these instructions if your Barcode Scanner does not function.
Wired Barcode Scanner Setup
The Barcode Scanner is compatible with two baud rates: 9600 for I/O Panel connection and 57600 for direct Amplifier connection. If your TigerStop® is already set to the appropriate baud rate for your system, skip this section. Otherwise, continue.
- Scan this code:

- Wait 3 seconds.
- Scan this code:

- Choose ONE of the baud rate options below.

- Wait 3 seconds.

Direct Amp Connection Baud Rate - Scan the following codes, waiting 3 seconds between each one.

- Power cycle the Barcode Scanner.
- Scan the following barcodes to test functionality
Ensure the area is clear. The positioner will move.

Wireless Barcode Scanner Setup
The Barcode Scanner is compatible with two baud rates: 9600 for I/O Panel connection and 57600 for direct Amplifier connection. If your TigerStop® is already set to the appropriate baud rate for your system, skip this section. Otherwise, continue.
- Scan this code:
- Wait 3 seconds.

- Scan the barcode on the Charging Base to pair it with the Barcode Scanner.

- Wait 3 seconds.

- Choose ONE of the baud rate options below.

I/O Panel Baud Rate

Direct Amp Connection Baud Rate. - Scan the following codes, waiting 3 seconds between each one.

- Power cycle the Barcode Scanner.
- Scan the following barcodes to test functionality.
Ensure the area is clear. The positioner will move.

Comparison Chart
| Product | Max Load Push | Power Requirement | Drive Type | Accuracy | Working Length | ||
| CORE | ![]() |
Tiger SPC | Caliper | 2 AA Battery | N/A | +/- .008” +/- 0.2mm | 0’ – 20’ 0m – 6m |
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SawGear | Stop Only | 110 Vac | 32mm Belt Steel Reinforced |
+/- .008” +/- 0.2mm |
8’ – 20’ 2.4m – 6m |
|
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SawGear Touch | Stop Only | 110 Vac | 32mm Belt Steel Reinforced |
+/- .008” +/- 0.2mm |
8’ – 20’ 2.4m – 6m |
|
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TigerStop | 90lbs/41kg Solid Tables 180lbs/81kg Roller Tables |
110 / 240 Vac | 32mm Belt Steel Reinforced |
+/- .004” +/- 0.1mm |
4’ -30’ 1.2m – 9.1m |
|
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TigerStop Pro | 150lbs/68kg Solid Tables 300lbs/136kg Roller Tables |
120 / 240 Vac | 32mm Belt Steel Reinforced |
+/- .004” +/- 0.1mm |
4’ -30’ 1.2m – 9.1m |
|
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TigerFence | Stop Only | 110 / 240 Vac | 3/4” Hi-Lead Screw |
+/- .003” +/- 0.08mm |
51” or 70” TigerFence Stop Only 1.29m – 1.77m | |
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TigerRack | 300lbs/136kg Solid Tables 720lbs/327kg Roller Tables |
240 Vac | Rack & Pinion | +/- .008” +/- 0.2mm |
12’ – 108’ TigerRack 3.7m – 32.9m | |
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TigerTurbo | 350lbs/159kg Solid Tables 840lbs/381kg Roller Tables |
240 Vac | 75mm Belt Steel Reinforced |
+/- .008” +/- 0.2mm |
12’ – 42’ TigerTurbo 3.7m – 12.8m | |
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HeavyDuty 2 | 490lbs/222kg Solid Tables 2100lbs/952kg Roller Tables |
240 Vac | Rack & Pinion | +/- .008” +/- 0.2mm |
12’ – 108’ HeavyDuty 2 3.7m – 32.9m | |
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TigerSaw Ferrous | 490lbs/222kg Solid Tables 840lbs/381kg Roller Tables |
208 / 480 Vac | 32 or 75mm Belt Steel Reinforced |
+/- .015” +/- 0.4mm |
8’ – 42’ TigerSaw Ferrous 2.4m – 12.8m |
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TigerSaw 2000 Compact | 90lbs/41kg Solid Tables 180lbs/81kg Roller Tables |
208 / 480 Vac | 32mm Belt Steel Reinforced |
+/- .015” +/- 0.4mm |
4’ -30’ 1.2m – 9.1m |
|
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TigerSaw 1000 Compact | 90lbs/41kg Solid Tables 180lbs/81kg Roller Tables |
208 / 480 Vac | 32mm Belt Steel Reinforced |
+/- .015” +/- 0.4mm |
4’ -30’ 1.2m – 9.1m |
|
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TigerSaw 2000 | 490lbs/222kg Solid Tables 2100lbs/952kg Roller Tables |
208 / 480 Vac | 32 or 75mm Belt Steel Reinforced or Rack & Pinion |
+/- .012” +/- 0.3mm |
8’- 108’ 2.4m – 32.9m |
|
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TigerSaw 1000 | 490lbs/222kg Solid Tables 2100lbs/952kg Roller Tables |
208 / 480 Vac | 32 or 75mm Belt Steel Reinforced or Rack & Pinion |
+/- .012” +/- 0.3mm |
8’ – 108’ 2.4m – 32.9m |
|
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TigerSaw MiterXL | 490lbs/222kg Solid Tables 2100lbs/952kg Roller Tables |
400 – 480 Vac | 32 or 75mm Belt Steel Reinforced or Rack & Pinion |
+/- 0.1 º +/- .012” |
8’ – 108’ 2.4m – 32.9m |
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Cstomer Support
TigerStop USA
12909 NE 95th Street
Vancouver, WA 98682
P: 360.254.0661 • F: 360.260.0755
TigerStop Europe
Bedrijvenstraat 17 NL-7641 AM Wierden
Nederland
P: +31.546.57.51.71
Made in USA from domestic and foreign components © 1994 – 2024 Precision Automation, Inc. – All Rights Reserved

Documents / Resources
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References
- tigerstop.com/www.tigerstop.com
- tigerstop.com/download/tigerlink-6-user-manual/www.tigerstop.com
- User Manualmanual.tools





























