Datalogic’s New In-Counter Magellan 9300i and Magellan 9400i scanners
Datalogic has announced the launch of the newest additions to the world renowned Magellan family of in-counter scanners – the Magellan 9300i and Magellan 9400i scanner/scale with 100% full digital imaging capabilities.
The new scanners have digital imagers in all scanning planes to provide seamless reading of 1D and 2D codes without requiring item orientation by the cashier. Datalogic’s patented imaging technology maximizes ergonomic comfort and throughput for both seated and standing cashiers. The Magellan 9400i is also available with support for Digimarc Barcode digital watermark reading to further enhance ergonomics and checkout speed.
Datalogic Introduces New 2D Imaging Capable Memor X3 Mobile Computers
Datalogic is pleased to announce that the Memor X3, Datalogic’s most compact mobile computer, is now extending its portfolio with the introduction of two additional models featuring a new 2D Multi-Purpose imaging engine.
The new 2D engine is easily recognized with its highly visible white-illumination and offers a reading performance that is comparable to the red-illumination 2D engines offered with existing Memor X3 2D models. Ideally suited for most any general purpose need for reading 1D or 2D codes, the multi-purpose imager is the best choice for future-proofing your customer.
These new 2D models of the Memor X3 mobile computer integrate the multi-purpose 2D engine along with our patented ‘Green Spot’ good read technology, featuring:
- A 2D Wi-Fi Windows CE Pro model with features and performance equal to the Red-Illumination 2D model offered with the current Memor X3 mobile computer
- A new batch 2D model running on the Memor X3 entry-level Windows CE Core platform, targeting the increasing demand of simple and costeffective 2D applications
Top Ten Reasons Retailers Upgrade to Area-Imagers
Traditional laser scanners read linear bar codes at the point-of-sale—a technology that greatly simplified checkout. But today’s highly developed area-imaging scanners enable greater capability and flexibility, putting far more productivity into the hands of retail employees and allowing for revenue-generating mobile marketing initiatives.
With these advantages, it’s no wonder VDC’s 2013 Report forecasts area-imaging scanners sales to grow at a rate of 13.4% for the next three years, compared to the expected 7.3% decline for laser-based scanners over the time period. Imaging technology is firmly established as a cost-effective, durable, technologically capable alternative to laser-based systems. Plus, imagers are capable of supporting retailer’s mobile marketing programs, capturing mobile coupons right off customers’ smartphone screens or automatically collecting their information from ID cards for loyalty program auto-enrollment. Continue reading »
Finding the Right Barcode Scanner – What Makes Them Different?
Selecting a barcode scanner may seem like a simple enough task at first glance but given the range of barcodes and how they are used today, it can quickly become a challenge to find the right one. Most scanners today are more than capable of reading well printed barcodes on a typical paper label. That said, uses for barcodes have expanded well beyond basic labels and many specialized scanners are available to meet the needs of specific applications. In the following we’ll cover some key features to consider when trying to select the best fit scanner for your needs.
1D or 2D – Printed or Electronic
Probably the most crucial first step in selecting a scanner is determining what kind of barcodes you will be reading. The traditional picket fence style 1D barcodes are still the most commonly used and are often printed on a label but you will find the use of 2D matrix style codes much more common today. Likewise, you may not just be reading barcodes on a printed label as more applications are embracing scanning off of smartphone screens or from codes directly etched/molded into a product. In the case of simple 1D barcodes on a label, your standard laser of linear imager will readily meet your needs. For 2D barcodes or applications reading from not printed surfaces, a full 2D imager will be needed to properly scan the code. 2D imagers are more costly but their main advantage is that they can essentially omnidirectionally read any barcode from almost any surface.
KoamTac’s New KDC30 Bluetooth Scanner
KoamTac has announced the release of its new KDC30 model, an advanced miniature Bluetooth barcode scanner. Equipped with a Code imager, the KDC30/30i provide a cost-effective 1D and 2D barcode scanning solution for smartphone and tablet applications. KoamTac and Code are confident the design of this product will be a great success in all solutions, particularly in retail and healthcare environments.
Inspired by KoamTac’s uniquely designed KDC20/20i, the KDC30 is equipped with a convenient swing-out USB connector. The simplistic design eliminates the need for charging cables and promotes the use of “off-the-shelf” multi-USB charging solutions. The KDC30/30i utilizes the company’s existing KTSync application and SDK for ease of integration, and is compatible with any application designed for existing KDC models. The scanner is certified by Apple for use with iOS devices and is also compatible with Android, Blackberry, Mac, and Windows devices.
Datalogic’s PowerScan PM9500-DK Imager With 16-Keys
The PowerScan 9500 family of imagers represents the 2D handheld area imagers with rugged mechanics for industrial applications. Recently launched, the corded PD9500, the mobile PBT9500 with Bluetooth wireless technology and the PM9500 with STAR 2.0 Cordless System have already demonstrated their value in the field. With the introduction of the PM9500-DK with a full 16-key keyboard, the family is now complete offering an unequalled variety of models to satisfy the most demanding of customers with a model perfectly suited for their application requirements.
The PM9500-DK is equipped with a mobile telephone-like keyboard with direct access to numbers, while the alphanumeric characters are managed through a shift key. In addition, the 4 function keys are also configurable with single or multiple characters to increase the product versatility and to make repetitive actions easier and faster.
Motorola’s New Symbol DS4308 2D Imager Series
Motorola’s new lightweight Symbol DS4308 2D imagers provide the ergonomics, flexibility and advanced performance necessary to comfortably scan bar codes nearer and farther than any other scanner in its class. The DS4308 leverages Motorola’s most advanced imaging engine to quickly capture virtually any bar code – whether it is a high-density bar code on merchandise, displayed on the screen of a mobile phone, or printed on paper and damaged, scratched or dirty. Green and red light indicators can also be mixed and matched with audio to provide scanning feedback in any environment whether it is a noisy manufacturing production line or a quiet hospital room.
The New and Improved Unitech PA692 with RFID and 2D Imaging
Unitech has launched several new models of the popular PA692 rugged handheld computer. With brand new configuration options available, such as HF and UHF readers, 2D imager, and your choice of QWERTY and numeric keypads, there’s sure to be a PA692 handheld computer suitable for your enterprise and application.
HF and UHF
You can now equip your PA692 handheld with an HF or UHF RFID reader. This means that our new PA692 can be used to read HF (high frequency) tags often used for building access, transportation, and electronic payment systems. As with most HF readers, the PA692 is built for contact and proximity applications. Generally speaking, mobile workers must hold the RFID tag up to the PA692’s built-in sensor.
Intermec Refreshes the CK71 Mobile Computer with Improved Features
As an industry leading manufacturer of mobile computers, Intermec is continually improving their product lines with improved features and capabilities. With their most recent product update they have improved several features of the popular CK71 line as well as provide new scanning options.
The following product updates are available with the new CK71:
- Improved display – with better image quality, readability and lower power consumption.
- Improved keypad ergonomics – tactile feedback for more input confidence while maintaining the same indestructible laser-etched keys.
- Improved scan window durability – added scratch-resistant coating to provide better protection against abrasives.
Introducing the Auto-Switching Flexible Stand for the Datalogic QD2400 Series
Datalogic has recently announced the release of a new stand for the QuickScan QD2400 2D handheld area imager.
This new stand combines the flexible neck of the basic stand (part number STD-QD24) with the automatic switching capability between handheld and hands-free/presentation of the auto-sense stand (part number STD-AUTOQD24). The new auto-flex stand provides an additional and versatile solution for auto-switching between handheld and hands-free scanning.
A new kit (part number QD2430-BKK10X-C540) has been created which includes the QD2430-BK, a USB cable, and the new auto-flex switching stand.
For assistance finding the right Datalogic scanner for your needs, contact us at Barcodes Inc.
