The full-sized PM43 is the direct replacement for the PM4i, and the compact PM43c directly replaces the PF4i industrial printer.

Q: How is the PM43 printer positioned within the Intermec printer line?

A: The PM43 series is targeted at the high end of the industrial mid-range printer market segment. With the ability to run Fingerprint/DP, IPL, DSIM, and ZSIM all pre-loaded on the printer and with full backwards compatibility, the PM43 provides a “drop-in” replacement for most applications currently using 86XX, 4000, 4100, 3400, 401, F4i, PF4i and PM4i printers.

Q: What is the difference between the PM43 and the PM43c?

A: The PM43 and PM43c have the same electronics package and similar mechanical design. The user interface between the PM43 and PM43c differs slightly in the layout of the keypad. The taller PM43 accommodates a 212mm (8.375in) media roll, 450mm (18,000in) ribbon and optional full-batch rewinder. It features two available slots for optional interface cards and both front and rear USB host ports.

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While your iPhone can use it’s internal camera as a barcode scanner, these apps can have issues working with other applications and the camera is not the fastest or most aggressive reader. For businesses that require regular scanning throughout the day and want to use iPhones, a dedicated scanner like the Unitech MS830 is the perfect solution! Scan faster and more easily into any application.

The MS830 is very easy to pair with your iPhone and any app by following these simple steps.

With Datamax-O’Neil’s trade-in program you can earn up to $150 per printer toward a a purchase of a new I-Class Mark II unit. This promo has been extended until June 30, 2013 so now is the perfect time to update your aging printer.

Just follow these 3 simple steps:

1. Confirm you have a qualifying printer and fill out this form - Trade-In Details
2. Purchase a new I-4212E, I-4310E, or I-4606e from January to the end of March 2013 from an authorized Datamax dealer like Barcodes Inc.
3. Submit a photo of the serial number tag removed from the trade-in printer.

For more details or help finding the right Datamax printer, contact us at Barcodes Inc.

As a leading provider of  barcode, mobile computing, and POS solutions, BarcodesInc is always looking for new and viable partnerships to provide the best solutions for our customers. As such, we have teamed up with ShopKeep POS to provide complete point of sale solutions designed specifically for the iPad.

With the current adoption of new mobile devices like iPads, functions like the point of sale are evolving to meet the needs of emerging businesses. ShopKeep POS is a leader in this space and provides a dynamic, robust POS software that remains intuitive and easy to use.  Being a cloud-based software you can  ring up customers, print or email receipts, pop the cash drawer, accept credit cards, print to the kitchen, scan items, manage your inventory, update pricing and have real time access to sales numbers from anywhere.

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Overview
Trenor Group is a fashion retailer with a franchise of brand stores. The company was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden. Thanks to an agreement with British fashion company Arcadia Group Ltd., a British retail giant in fashion, Trenor has a portfolio of many different brands, including the widely known TOPSHOP and TOPMAN.

The Challenge
Both the TOPSHOP and TOPMAN retail stores used a solution for store inventory management that required a lot of work and that was very time consuming. Every time an inventory procedure needed to be performed, someone from the head office would have to bring a laptop with a specific integrated application to each store, along with another terminal for wireless data transfer. These devices needed to be set up for use in the specific store, and the inventory process could finally begin.

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Industry Need

The simple step of applying oil change reminder labels carries real value for the automotive service establishment and the customer. These labels provide a subtle but persistent notice to the customer of the next service date, helping ensure the vehicle remains in optimal condition. They also remind a satisfied customer where they last received service, increasing the likelihood of return business.

While an enclosed automobile may seem like a relatively benign environment, these labels are subjected to significant environmental rigors. High exposure to ultraviolet radiation can attack labels and adhesive, causing adhesives to harden and leave residue, or causing the label to break apart and delaminate rather than removing in one piece. Temperatures inside a parked car in the summer can quickly reach 140°F, effectively baking the label facesheet and adhesive. During winter, windshields repeatedly cycle between freezing temperatures and heated defrost cycles.

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Does your business need a scanner that can handle the rigors of everyday use in even the most demanding environments?

The Datalogic Powerscan 8300 series is your answer. From the warehouse floor to the production line, the Powerscan line was designed to handle any abuse and keep performing. See for yourself!

Modern supply chains must meet ever higher customer service level requirements while also constantly reducing costs. Intermec and Ruckus Wireless combine the leading workflow performance company with simply better wireless connectivity to enable more efficient and high performance warehouse and distribution centers (DCs).

Intermec designs and builds the automated information and data capture (AIDC) industry’s most complete lineup of rugged, reliable and versatile equipment. Its bar code scanners, rugged computers and VoCollect data collection systems are deployed globally by leading warehouse, DC, 3GL and other enterprises that rely on accurate and timely data to track, manage and move products.

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With all of the options available on mobile computers today it can be a real challenge choosing the right one for your application. Concerns like ruggedness, wireless communications, operating system, and scanner type are key to ensuring the unit you choose will perform well for you.

Luckily, we have a great buying guide to help make the process easier - Mobile Computer Buying Guide. This guide will cover the essentials so you can have a clear picture of the type of device and the features you need. Once you know what you need from the device choosing a suitable model is easy!

As with any product, if you have any questions or need any help feel free to contact us.

Many business owners think that meeting the basic requirements of the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) protocols will keep their point-of-sale systems from being hacked. But here’s the truth: hacking into retailer POS systems is a recurring problem worldwide, even for retailers who meet PCI DSS standards.

In just the last couple of years, several high-profile cases have received media coverage:

• In late 2011, a scheme was discovered that involved hackers from Romania stealing credit card data from hundreds of POS systems, including those from 150 Subway franchises. More than 146,000 cards were compromised, and losses have been estimated at up to $10 million.
• In September 2012, hackers got into POS systems in 63 Barnes & Noble stores in nine states. The company removed POS card readers from all its stores while the incident was investigated.
• In December 2012, an Israeli security firm found a strain of malware infecting hundreds of POS systems in 40 countries. By injecting malware into a system’s iexplore.exe file on Windows servers, the malware hijacked data that could be used for cloning credit cards.

Countless other cases of POS “hacking” come from insiders: your employees. Keeping on top of POS security is essential for every business. Here are 5 ways to improve your POS security.

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