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Solutions for Automatic Data Capture Personal Shopping High Performance Scanning / Loss Prevention General Purpose and Industrial Bar Code Readers Mobile Computers and Vehicle Mount Terminals OEM Modules for Self-Service Applications Get more information now! www.adc.datalogic.com 5. Datalogic is Europes largest manufacturer of bar code scanning devices, mobile terminals, RFID systems and sensors for industrial automation.The company distinguishes itself through innovative solutions for the manufacturing industry, transport, as well as trade and logistics. Romano Volta founded the company in 1972 and began production of photoelectric sensors for automation. When bar code technology emerged at the end of the 70s, Datalogic was among the first to see its potential. The company started to develop bar code scanning devices and eventually became the premier manufac- turer for data collection hardware in Europe. Excellent workmanship and outstanding product design quickly convinced customers in industry, production and trade. Nowadays, Datalogic, headquartered in Bologna, Italy, employs more than 2,000 employees in over thirty countries. Datalogic has been quoted on the Italian stock market since 2001 and achieved a turnover of 379 billion euros in 2008. Awarded with more than 850 patents, Datalogic continually invests in research and development. Over 300 engineers are working on new technologies and products in the research centres. With subsidiaries in more than 30 countries and more than 1,000 partners worldwide, Datalogic has international operations and delivers its products to leading companies from all branches. Clearly an advantage is Datalogics wide range of scanning hardware. From simple touch readers for retail via extremely robust high-performance imager scanners for logistics and industrial applications to portable and ruggedWLAN terminals that runWindows CE: when it comes to automatic identification, youll find a professional solution for every application within the Datalogic product range. Robust vehicle terminals offer you a wide range of applications in logistics and shipping. 5 6. 6 Datalogic The Art of the Code Welcome to Datalogic Scannings The Art of the Code, a reference tool created for both bar code beginners and IT veterans alike. We will be your guide as we embark on a tour designed to provide you with essential information about bar code data capture technology to bring back to your business whatever it may be. By completing this tour, you will: Understand different bar code symbologies and their applications Be able to determine the right symbology for your business / application Decide which printing technique will be right for your selected symbology Before beginning the tour, lets take a moment for a brief history lesson. On June 26, 1974 at a Marsh Supermarket in Troy, Ohio USA, a clerk passed the UPC bar code on a 10 Pak of Wrigleys chewing gum over the scan window of a Datalogic Model A bar code scanner. Datalogic made history that day by producing the first commercial bar code scan, and the now infamous good-read beep. This first beep signaled the beginning of the automatic data capture industry. Since its first scan, the bar code has revolutionized the retail industry and caused rapid adoption of bar code technology to improve productivity and advance inventory management while, at the same time, reducing pricing errors and the physical strain on cashiers. The same benefits have been realized upstream through the supply chain, from the factory floor to the retail outlet, while also creating huge waves in other industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, finance and entertainment. A bar code symbology is best described as an optical Morse code; a series of black bars and white spaces of varying widths printed on labels to uniquely identify items. The information encoded in the bar code is decoded by a scanner, which measures reflected light and interprets the code into numbers and letters that are passed on to a computer. Simple, right? There are many commercial programs available for encoding data into a bar code. Most are fairly easy to use for activities such as building text strings into certain types of bar codes or printing a series of incremental numbers. Decoding the bar code and passing the data along to where it is needed is more complicated. Sophisticated scanners and support software, however, have made this relatively easy since the hardest part (decoding) is completed by the scanner, not the user. The primary benefit bar codes provide is rapid, simple, and accurate reading and transmission of data for items that need to be tracked or managed. Since bar code labels are easily affixed or can be directly printed onto virtually any material (i.e. mailing tubes, envelopes, boxes, cans, bottles, packages, books and more), they are the most cost-effective and accurate solution for capturing data. When bar codes are used on a widespread public basis, such as printed on an internationally sold item, it is important to register the symbology in order to protect the data, especially from product / code copiers. However, if the bar code is for in-house use it does not need to be registered. An example could be a patients unique bar code obtained during hospital admittance and used throughout the duration of their stay. Registering a bar code is a simple process that can be performed through third party online sites or through bar code global organizations such as GS1. Bar Coding 101 The Beep Heard Around theWorld Introduction 7. 7 Datalogic Bar code data collection is part of a broader category called Automatic Identification, or Auto ID. Auto ID encompasses the automatic recognition, decoding, processing, transmission and recording of data. This is most commonly achieved through printers, scanners and software by reading the information encoded in the bar code and using databases and supporting software to automatically identify and make use of the resulting data. In effect, Auto ID turns data into useful information. Think of it this way: Anyone can read the human readable numbers printed under a bar code at the grocery store - this is called data. The scanner and associated point-of-sale (POS) terminal, POS software and lookup tables, however, provide the item description and price this i called information, or data that has meaning to the people using it. The emergence of Auto ID solutions has significantly increased the speed, efficiency and accuracy of data collection and entry. The early applications of bar code scanning such as retail POS checkout, item tracking and inventory management have been expanded to more advanced applications in more industries such as: time and attendance, work-in-process, quality control, sorting, order entry, document tracking, shipping and receiving, controlling access to secure areas even tracking and identifying farm animals! These expanded systems have measurably increased productivity by linking production, warehousing, distribution, sales and service to management information systems on a batch or real-time basis. Consequently, opportunities to improve operational efficiencies and customer responsiveness have developed for retailers, transportation and package delivery companies, manufacturers, wholesale distributors and service providers. New bar code symbologies are enabling users to respond to the requirements of chain of custody tracking, the ability to identify where something came from and every step of progression along the way. For example, blood banks need bar codes to track and identify the blood donor, the collector, the site of collection, the test lab where the blood went to, where it was stored, and finally, where the blood was sent. Another example is customer loyalty cards at grocery stores. Auto ID is making it possible for retailers to target specific customers with coupons and special discounts or rewards; a capability long dreamed of, and only now, being realized. Automatic Identification It might be hard to conceive of going back to the days before bar codes. Imagine having to wait in line while a cashier looks up and types in each item by hand! Aside from retail, how many other ways are our lives impacted by bar codes? Think about that the next time you board an airplane, send or receive an overnight package, clip a coupon, or hand your driver license to a police officer.There are thousands of places where bar codes play an invisible role in every facet of our daily lives! Today any business that buys, sells, ships or manufactures products can gain operational efficiencies and competitive strength through the application of bar code technologies. Bar codes and the related technologies can also improve operations in healthcare, package delivery, maintenance and customer service. By using bar codes as a solution, you may gain the following benefits: Fast and Reliable Data Collection: A bar code scanner can record data significantly faster with better accuracy than a skilled typist can. In fact, bar codes have 10,000 times better accuracy than manual data entry, which creates an average of one error in 300 keystrokes. For industries such as healthcare or manufacturing, these mistakes could be life threatening and damaging to any business. Reduced Costs and Losses: Reduced labor costs and losses from data entry errors are the most obvious benefits of bar code data collection. For example, if an employee makes an error on an invoice in the customers favor, the error may not be discovered. In most companies, it does not take many data entry errors to amount to a great deal of lost revenue. Using bar codes to keep a tight handle on inventory is also a great method to reduce inventory and save on capitol costs. Better Management and Decision Making: Managerial decision making often occurs as a result of automated data collection. A bar code system can easily collect information that would otherwise be difficult or impossible to gather. By collecting data automatically, managers will benefit greatly from real-time information. With more information, they can make faster, fully informed decisions and respond quickly to new opportunities. Imagine this A child falls seriously ill with E. coli in Traverse City, Michigan USA. Investigators from the State Health Department search the childs home and find an empty meat container in the garbage.The investigator pulls out a bar code scanner, reads the label into a laptop and quickly identifies not only what store sold the item, but the packing house where the meat originated. A quick phone call results in items being pulled off the shelves in half a dozen stores in the area and FDA inspectors are sent to the packing house. The Result? No other sick children, quick corrective action and consumer confidence in the food industry. This is a fictional scenario, but fast, accurate data collection makes such a story possible. Similar to this story, data collection is solving major concerns in product safety and security as industries are faced with new regulations or product issues.This can be noted with new laws issued by the FDA, which require all businesses to track their entire chain of custody as a result of global health concerns such as mad cow disease, salmonella and contaminants in medicines. A modern data collection system using bar codes can easily ensure that businesses are meeting these safety standards. The need for data collection also extends into healthcare, where bar codes are being used for to update and track a patients electronic medical records (EMR) and prescriptions. By using a bar code based system, medical facilities can quickly and accurately update EMRs, instead of relying on a doctors hard-to-read handwritten notes for patient safety. Data Collectionis Essential ReasonsWhy Bar Codes ExistToday 8. 8 Datalogic Bar Code Basics Character Set: Numeric only Character Size: 13 fixed-length FaultTolerance: High Application: International retailand grocery standard (Europe) Character Set: Numeric only Character Size: 12 fixed-length FaultTolerance: High Application: Retail and grocery standard (United States) Likewise, the UPC-A is very similar to its European counterpart, EAN-13. UPC-A is a numeric only bar code, whose first digit is the number system character followed by a five-digit manufacturer number, a five-digit product number and a check character. Due to its limited encoding capabilities, UPC-A is primarily used in retail environment where highly detailed data is not vital to the business. Character Set: Numeric only Character Size: 8 fixed-length FaultTolerance: High Application: Small packages in retail (Europe) EAN-8 is composed of two flag digits, five data digits (assigned by the Country Coding Authority), and one check digit.This numeric only code is commonly used for marketing small retail items sold in Europe due to the limited character size and set of the code. Character Set: Numeric only Character Size: 6 fixed-length FaultTolerance: High Application: Small packages in retail (United States) UPC-E is a compressed bar code with an implied number system of 0. This code is also well suited for small items due to the limited encoding possibilities, similar to its European counterpart, EAN-8. 980 123456 7 012 10 2345 67890 5 1234 5670 10 23456 5 One-Dimensional (1D) bar code symbologies encode data along the length of the bar code (left and right), rather than in the height (up and down). If you draw a line through a bar code, you will see the single dimension.This is how a laser scanner works when it reads a 1D symbol.The height of the bar code just helps the scanner find the label.Technically, the 1D symbol could be 1/8 inch high and still decode, as long as the operator could align the scan line to the symbol. The EAN/UPC bar code is the most commonly recognized symbology and identifies most consumer items in the world. When a product number is assigned to an item, a unique EAN/UPC bar code is created for each of the millions of products manufactured around the world. During their evolution, the UCC mandated a 2005 Sunrise date by which time all systems had to be upgraded to scan both variable length company prefixes and product numbers in EAN/UPC codes. EAN/UPC bar codes consist of characters with two bars and two spaces each. As a multi-width symbology, each bar or space can be one of four widths. Traditionally, EAN/UPC bar codes contain information about the manufacturer and product code. These bar codes also require a check character digit and allows two or five digit supplemental numbers. The EAN/UPC bar code can exist in the following four formats... EAN-13 is a numeric only bar code that is very similar to its United States counterpart, UPC-A. Similar to UPC-A, EAN-13 has two six-digit halves and can only encode a relatively small amount of data. EAN-13 differs from UPC-A by being able to encode one additional character and the first two digits of the code identify a specific country. Furthermore, the first digit in this code, which is encoded in the parity of the left half of the label, cannot be 0. Now that you are convinced of the vast capabilities, applications and benefits that bar codes provide, let us begin the tour of symbologies! As we take you through the different exhibits, you will notice there are dozens of different types of bar code symbologies. Each symbology has its strengths and weaknesses and was designed for specific industries, applications and needs. Many symbologies are preserved for historical or commercial reasons, while others have definite technical advantages. For those interested in a quick overview, an outline next to each code will take you through the following key points: Character Set/Size: All symbologies have some limitations on the number (size) and type of characters that can be encoded (set). Bar codes can encode numeric only, alphabetical only or alphanumeric character sets. The values of these digits are determined by standards managed by GS1, Global Standards One, formerly known as the Uniform Code Council (UCC) in North America and EAN International in the rest of the world. GS1 is now the single worldwide origination point for UPC and EAN numbers. FaultTolerance: Some symbologies are more fault tolerant than others, which means the symbology will be less affected by damage to the printed code. Generally, those with better readability are more fault tolerant. It is important to always test bar codes by subjecting them to some abuse and making sure the equipment will still read them, especially if you print your own bar codes. Application: Since all bar codes are created with a unique intended purpose, the selection of a bar code symbology is an important and often complex process. This section will describe the industries or applications that best fit the different symbologies to help you choose the right bar code for your business. Ready for the tour? Lets begin! The International Bar Code Gallery Linear Symbologies EAN / UPC (Universal Product Code) EAN -13 UPC - A EAN - 8 UPC - E 9. 9 Datalogic Code 128 four or more consecutive numbers, the numbers are encoded in double- density mode, which means the two characters are encoded into one character position. Code 128 also has five special, non-data function characters, which set reader parameters or return parameters. Code 128 has three different character-code subsets, where two of its forms are for error checking, which make it a very stable bar code. Like EAN/UPC, the individual bars and spaces can be multi-width, versus being just wide and or just narrow such as in Code 39. Character Set: Alphanumeric (uppercase/ lowercase), punctuation, controls Character Size: Any FaultTolerance: High Application: Best for full ASCII character set Code 128 is best known for its generic code availability, compact size and diverse encoding capabilities. Code 128s full ASCII character set can be encoded without double characters, which means two code characters are not required to represent letters, like Code 39. If the bar code has 12345678 Code 39 code for the user, especially for government and military applications where codes should have fewer limitations. Code 39 can also be read by almost any bar code reader in its default configuration, which saves installation and set-up time. Code 39, a binary or two-width bar code, is one of the oldest of modern bar codes. These bar codes are also self-checking and are not prone to substitution errors. Generally, Code 39 does not require a check character, but it is recommended. Character Set: Alphanumeric (uppercase only), punctuation Character Size: Limited by reader FaultTolerance: High Application: Military, government Code 39 (Code 3 of 9) is the most common bar code used for custom applications. Its popularity is driven from its ability to support alphanumeric characters and punctuation as well as its ability to support any number of characters that the reader can scan. This ability makes it a very flexible 12345678 Extended Code 39 (Code 39 Full ASCII) characters) at the expense of size. Generally, the more special characters that are used, the longer the bar code will become. Most bar code readers in their default configuration will not read Extended Code 39. If you want to use this symbology, you will need to configure the reader. If you need to read both uppercase and lowercase, Code 128 is the better choice. Extended Code 39, a derivative of Code 39, is a symbology that uses combinations of two standard Code 39 characters for every character in the ASCII character set (0-127). Extended Code 39 allows for special characters, such as lowercase letters and control characters (i.e. a Carriage Return (CR), Line Feed (LF), ACK, BEL or unprintable ASCII 12345678 GS1 DataBar Omnidirectional GS1 DataBar Expanded Character Set: Numeric only Character Size: 14 fixed-length FaultTolerance: High Application: GTIN in small format Formerly known as RSS-14, this relatively new symbology is a fixed length code with a built in check digit designed to encode a GTIN (Global Trade Identification Number). The symbology was designed to encode information in a smaller space than the traditional UPC-A/EAN- 13 labels. Like UPC/EAN and Code 128, GS1 DataBar uses multi-width bars and spaces to encode characters. Most modern scanners are now capable of decoding GS1 DataBar codes, but some older equipment does not. This symbology can be stacked to create GS1 DataBar Stacked Omnidirectional Codes, described in the Stacked section of this document. Character Set: Numeric only Character Size: Variable-length FaultTolerance: High Application: GTIN, applications in ID fields An extension of the GS1 DataBar symbology, GS1 DataBar Expanded was designed to encode Application Identifiers (AI) with the data (similar to GS1-128). Application Identifiers are fields within the bar code data that mean specific things to specific applications (programs running on a computer). For example, a combination of numbers in a specific location of the bar code may indicate the country of origin, or manufacture date, or carton/container number, etc. This symbol allows users to encode detailed information about the product as per the GS1 specifications. For example, this code could be used to include a product GTIN, use-by date, and manufacturer and/or supplier data. Like GS1 DataBar Omnidirectional code, GS1 DataBar Expanded can be stacked or combined with other codes to create composite codes or coupons. )10( 0 06141 41 10000 2 )10( 0 06 1 41 41 10000 2 Interleaved 2 of 5 Character Set: Numeric only Character Size: Variable-length FaultTolerance: Moderate Application: Dense numeric codes The Interleaved 2 of 5 bar code, also known as ITF, is a unique because it only encodes an even number of digits. If an odd number of digits are necessary, a leading zero is added. Since the ITF bar code is prone to substitution errors, a check character is always recommended. This code is used primarily in warehouse and distribution systems. It is a denser, more compact variant of Standard 2 of 5 symbology.12345678 10. 10 Datalogic Bar Code Basics Character Set: Alphanumeric Character Size: Variable-length FaultTolerance: High Application: Many uses in supply chain; lots, containers, batches, retail. Formerly known as UCC/EAN-128, GS1- 128 code is a special version of the C128 symbology, which encodes the user data and also the context or meaning of the data as defined by the UCC/EAN-128 standard. This is done by encoding the values for one or more Application Identifiers (AIs) as defined by the EAN/UCC-128 standard. The AIs tells the application what the data means; if the data is a shipping container number, expiration date, product weight, size, or many other possible values. The standard describes a large number of two or four digit AIs that have specific meanings. In addition, the structure of a UCC/EAN-128 bar code is very specific; it contains a C128 start character, a Function Code 1 character, the AI, the data packet (length depends on the AI) and the C128 check character. It is important to note that this bar code is not really a separate symbology, but just a C128 label with a very specific data format. A bar code scanner that is configured to read C128 labels can read UCC/ EAN-128 labels without modification. 1 11111)0 0( 22 3449 56 Character Set: Numeric, punctuation Character Size: 6 (punctuation characters) variable-length FaultTolerance: High Application: Library The Codabar is a unique bar code, capable of encoding numeric characters, up to six punctuation characters (i.e. -$:/.+) and spaces. There are also four special start and stop characters, which include A, B, C and D. Naturally, Codabar is a popular symbology for encoding dollar figures and mathematical figures with its ability to encode punctuation. It is also a self-checking bar code. Character Set: Numeric only Character Size: 8 digit (plus one check character) fixed-length FaultTolerance: High Application: Pharmaceutical industry (Italy) Code 32 is a bar code with limited applications as it was designed to encode pharmaceutical products in Italy. Since this symbology is used only in Italy, many scanners do not decode Code 32 by default and require programming to enable decoding. 12 345678 34567890 GS1 -128 Code 93 MSI / Plessey Character Set: Alphanumeric (uppercase/lowercase), punctuation Character Size: Variable-length FaultTolerance: High Application: Higher density than Code 39 Code 93 is a compressed version of Code 39 and Extended Code 39. Code 93 supports the same characters as Code 39, but in a smaller character width and is secured with two required check characters. Character Set: Numeric only Character Size: 3 to 16 fixed-length FaultTolerance: High Application: Grocery The MSI/Plessey bar code is generally used in grocery stores for shelf labels or in environments with significant wear and tear. The MSI/Plessey bar code requires a check character, which can be generated in several different ways. Designed in the 1970s, this symbology has been replaced by more modern codes for most of its original applications. 12 34567 8 12 345678 Codabar Code 32 2D Stacked Symbologies Two-Dimensional (2D) bar code symbologies contain information in both the X and Y axis of the symbol. In other words, there is different data encoded in the horizontal and vertical dimensions of the code. To properly decode the data, a scanner must read the entire symbol, in both dimensions simultaneously. This can be done by sweeping the scan line (in the case of a laser or linear imaging scanner) over the symbol, or by using a 2D array equipped scanner, which acts as a camera. Since the data can be stored in two dimensions, 2D bar code symbologies allow vast amounts of data to be stored. A great example of potential data storage of these codes is that of a 2D code no larger than a standard UPC bar code that can contain the entire Gettysburg Address, a document consisting of 246 words. There are two kinds of 2D bar code symbologies: stacked codes and matrix codes. Stacked codes consist of multiple layers of linear bar codes and matrix codes encode data using cells within a matrix. Codablock F Character Set: Numeric only Character Size: Up to 5,450 characters variable-length FaultTolerance: High Application: Healthcare Codablock F is an extension of the Code 128 symbology and provides encoding for the full ASCII table. Codablock F allows a Code 128 label to be cut into pieces and stacked, which makes it perfect for environments that need a more compact format. A Codablock F label can have from 2 to 44 rows with 4 to 62 characters per row, thus encoding up to 5450 numeric characters. Now thats a lot of data! 11. 11 Datalogic PDF 417 Character Set: Alphanumeric (uppercase/lowercase),punctuation, controls Character Size: Variable-length FaultTolerance: High Application: Driver licenses, transportation, inventory management, government The PDF417 (Portable Data File) bar code is a stacked linear bar code that consists of 3 to 90 rows, each of which is like a small linear bar code. The PDF417 is capable of linking other bar codes scanned in sequence, which allows more data to be stored. It also has user-specific dimensions. This lets the user decide how wide the narrowest vertical bar (X dimension) and the height/quantity of the rows (Y dimension). The PDF417 bar code has a Public domain format, which means that anyone can implement systems using this code without a license. PDF417 can be used in many applications in differing environments, such as a substitution for paper boarding passes. The PDF417 is the standard bar code selected by the airline industrys Bar Coded Boarding Pass standard (BCBP) as the official symbology, and by the Department of Homeland Security in the United States for machine readable zone technology for RealID compliant driver licenses. GS1 DataBar Emerging as the replacement for the restrictive and continuously limiting EAN/UPC codes, GS1 DataBar has been approved for marking trade items in the retail supply chain. GS1 DataBar is a family of linear 1D and stacked 2D bar codes. It is a more compact symbology than UPC/ EAN and it has the capability of encoding much more information. GS1, the global retail standards-setting organization formerly known as EAN International and Uniform Code Council, set January 1, 2010 as the sunrise mandate for global adoption of this new bar code type. As of 2010, all manufacturers around the world have the option of marking their packages with GS1 DataBar codes as an alternative, or update, to the EAN/UPC bar codes still used today. Retailers must be ready to scan these packages at the point-of-sale, on the shelf, in the stockroom and elsewhere within their logistics systems. This change is a critical step that enables future standards improvements for several important retail applications, such as coupons and marking of fresh foods. For a complete discussion of GS1 DataBar, see the Additional Resources section at the end of this book to download the Datalogic Scanning White Paper GS1 DataBar 2010 Sunrise: An Explanation from a Retailers Perspective. GS1 DataBar Stacked Omnidirectional GS1 DataBar Expanded Stacked Character Set: Numeric Character Size: Variable-length FaultTolerance: High Application: Coupons This variant of GS1 DataBar Expanded contains the same data and format as the Expanded version, but allows stacking of the code to make it more compact, in terms of being narrower and higher. This bar code can have anywhere from 2 to 11 rows, each up to 20 segments long. The most common use for this symbology is currently for coupons, but it can be used anywhere. Similar to the Stacked Omnidirectional version, the data rows are separated by a narrow non-data row. Character Set: Numeric Character Size: 14 fixed-length FaultTolerance: High Application: Grocery (Produce) A variant of GS1 DataBar Omnidirectional code, the stacked version uses the same data character set and size. The stacked version was created to provide a compact way to mark small items, specifically produce. Most people are now familiar with this bar code on apples, bananas, and other produce items; however, not all stores are currently reading these bar codes on produce. In this version, there are only two rows containing the data with a separator pattern between the two data rows. This narrow separator contains no data, but helps the scanner decode the two parts. 01 1 1 1 1 20 06 4 4 0000( ) 01 1 1 1 1 20 06 4 4 0000( ) Code 49 Code 16 K Character Set: Alphanumeric Character Size: Up to 49 alphanumeric characters or 81 numeric characters FaultTolerance: High The Code 49 bar code is a multiple-row bar code that can encode the full ASCII character set below ASCII 128.The characters in this code are encoded into two to eight rows, where each row is divided by a separator bar. The top and bottom of the symbol also have separator bars that extend to the ends of the minimum quiet zones. All characters are encoded in double-density mode, or that two characters are encoded into one character width, making the size of the bar code smaller. For example, sequences of five digits are represented as three code characters. Code 49 bar codes also have three forms of error detection. Parity is checked for each character to ensure each row contains a check character as the last row character. Two to three check characters are always attached to the end of the bar code. Character Set: Alphanumeric Character Size: Up to 77 full ASCII characters or 154 numeric characters FaultTolerance: High Application: Healthcare The Code 16K bar code is a multiple-row bar code that was created to resolve Code 49s memory problems for encoding and decoding tables and algorithms. Code 16K bar codes can encode the full ASCII character set below ASCII 128 and uses existing UPC and Code 128 character set patterns, where characters are encoded into 2 to 16 rows. Each row is divided by a separator bar. The top and bottom of the symbol also have separator bars that extend to the ends of the minimum quiet zones. Code 16K is similar to Code 128 as a choice can be made between three subsets of Code 16K directly or you can choose Code 16K Auto for auto switching mode. When choosing Code 16K Auto, it is important to note that if the bar code has four or more consecutive numbers, the numbers are encoded in double-density mode. 12. 12 Datalogic Bar Code Basics Composite bar codes, a special type of stacked bar code, consists of a linear part and a 2D part. The linear portion can be either EAN- 13, EAN-8, UPC-A, GS1-128, or GS1 DataBar. Above the linear code is the 2D portion, which is a form of PDF417 (including a variant called Micro PDF417). The linear portion contains the usual product code, while the 2D portion may contain additional data, like the expiration date or manufacturer information. The linear component is generally readable by any scanner, but the 2D portion may require an advanced decoder. Special characters within the 2D portion prevent a scanner from reading the 2D component without reading the linear code. Another form of a 2D symbology is called a matrix code. Some define a matrix code as simply a code rather than a bar code because the data elements arent simply bars and spaces. For simplicity, most still refer to such 2D symbols as bar codes. In a matrix code, the data is encoded in black elements within the symbol and each element is the same size. At first glance, these bar codes look a little like a cross-word puzzle. There are many benefits to using a matrix code such as the ability to encode a lot of data in a small space, high readability, resistance to poor quality printing/damage to the label and support of the full ASCII character set, with some able to encode Kanji characters. On the downside, it requires a 2D imager rather than a laser scanner to read them. 6 9 1 20 Goldfish Flakes 04 437 778 6 90 Goldfish Flakes 4 7 578 6 62190 Goldfish Flakes 4 7 5778 Composite Bar Codes 2D Matrix Symbologies Data Matrix QR Code Character Set: Alphanumeric, Uppercase/Lowercase Letters, Punctuation, Controls. Includes Kanji characters Character Size: Up to 7,000 numeric characters or 4,296 alpha characters variable-length FaultTolerance: High Application: Automobile manufacturing, mobile phone codes Named QR for Quick Response, QR Codes are square codes that can be quickly read due to their design. QR Codes are square symbols, containing three distinctive finder squares embedded in three corners of the symbol. A fourth smaller alignment square is near the lower right corner of the symbol. When read by a QR-enabled reader linked to a browser, the code can direct a user to a web site. The QR code also has a variant symbology known as the Micro QR Code, which can hold 35 characters in a small space. QR Codes were invented in 1994 by Denso-Wave in Japan to support the automobile manufacturing industry. Despite its trademark, the format is open, which allows royalty-free use of the symbology. Today, QR Codes are still widely used in Japan for many applications including encoding URLs in signs and publications. Character Set: Alphanumeric, Uppercase/ Lowercase Letters, Punctuation, Controls Character Size: Up to 2,335 characters fixed-length FaultTolerance: High Application: Marking small items, printed on labels and letters, industrial engineering for marketing components Data Matrix code, a 2D matrix bar code, consists of black and white cells arranged in either a square or a rectangular pattern.The code has two solid dark edges in an L shape, used as a finder pattern. It also has alternating dark and light patterns on the other two edges, which is used to identify the location and number of rows and columns, called a timing pattern. Inside these borders are rows and columns of cells encoding information. As more data is encoded in the symbol, the number of cells (rows and columns) will increase. Data Matrix can encode up to 3116 numeric digits per symbol. Error correction codes are added to increase symbol strength, which ensures the code can still be read despite damage. Data Matrix codes can be quickly read, and because the data is encoded in the center of the cell, it is highly immune to printing errors such as ink spread. Data Matrix is an infinitely scalable code, with commercial applications as small as 300 micrometers and as large as a 1 meter squared. Aztec Code Maxicode Character Set: Alphanumeric, Uppercase/ Lowercase Letters, Punctuation, Controls Character Size: 93 alphanumeric characters or 138 numeric characters fixed-length FaultTolerance: High Application: Sorting, tracking Designed with the intention of encoding postal information, Maxicode is a unique bar code array of hexagonal dots, rather than rectangular bars, and distinctive center target of concentric circles. Although Maxicode encodes far less data than other matrix codes, it has the perfect amount of data store for encoding most package addressing. Maxicode was developed by United Parcel Service of America, Inc. (UPS) and since has been adopted by AIM and ANSI as the suggested symbology for product sorting and tracking. Although this is a widely used code, creating properly formatted Maxicode labels for use in the UPS system is complex because of the application-specific requirements of the UPS system. Character Set: Alphanumeric, Uppercase/ Lowercase Letters, Punctuation, Controls Character Size: 3000 characters FaultTolerance: High Application: Part marketing in manufacturing, large capacity for small items, transportation and logistics and government Aztec Codes are general purpose bar codes that were formally published by AIM International in the fall of 1997 after being created by Welch Allyn Inc. Despite its patent, the code has been released to the public domain. With a square shape and a distinctive concentric square pattern (bulls- eye) in the center, Aztec Codes can be thought of in two basic formats: A compact symbol will display a 2-ring bulls-eye and the full range symbol will display a 3-ring bulls-eye. Together, the two formats create a sequence of 33 distinct symbol sizes. This enables the Aztec Code to encode small to large amounts of data, despite its small size (13 to 3832 numeric characters or 12 to 3067 alpha characters). The Aztec character set includes the entire ASCII and extended-ASCII set (character 0 255). The symbology utilizes a Reed-Solomon error correction technique, with user-selectable levels of security. 13. 13 Datalogic Postal Codes Postal Code symbologies are another type of bar code symbology that cannot be described as purely a 2D or a 1D linear bar code, but somewhere in between. Typically, these codes do not contain data in the bar and space width, but instead, in the position and height of the bars. There are nearly as many different Postal Codes in the world as there are countries, where each has developed codes to suit their needs. In recent time, however, there has recently been some movement toward standardization. Some Postal Codes, such as China Post and Italian Post, are variants of standard 1D bar codes. In the US, the old POSTNET and PLANET codes are being replaced by a code called Intelligent Mail Bar code (IMB), which allows more data to be encoded than the old codes. The majority of postal codes are numeric only, but some do encode letter characters as well. For example, the UKs Royal Mail 4 State Customer Code (RM4SCC) was the first postal code to use a 4-state system, which in their case is used to encode alphanumeric data. IMB, UPU (Universal Postal Union), Japanese Post, and Australias Post Address Bar code are implementations of a 4-state bar code. Creating Bar Codes Preprinted Bar Codes Using preprinted labels is the most economical way to get high-quality bar codes. This solution is not very flexible because the information in the bar codes must be determined in advance. Preprinted bar codes are used where very durable, high-quality labels are necessary to withstand the environment (such as on a fork truck pallet), or where high-volume packaging or labeling is done. There are several companies that can print stickers, pallet tags, item tags, or other types of very high quality bar code labels to identify a particular item as unique.Tags can be printed in any required sequence on a variety of media, even reflective medial for extra long range applications. This solution works very well when bar codes can be assigned beforehand. Randomly numbered bar codes can be accommodated with the extra Origin Typical Use Benefits Limitations Printed on Packaging Retail Economical Lack of control Stickers, Print on Demand Retail, Manufacturing, Supply Chain Flexible, inexpensive Not permanent Tags Supply Chain Durable, selection of media Inappropriate for item level marking Direct Part Marking Manufacturing Free Difficult to read step of manually associating the bar code data with a record in a database as a control number. Direct Part Marking is a method of encoding machine readable data in the form of a bar code directly on the part with no label, tag, or packaging. Typical methods for marking include laser etching the data into the surface of the part, dot peen impact marking, or engraving the markings into the mold or tooling that makes the part.This type of mark is inherently difficult to scan because the contrast between light and dark areas is very low. Specialized readers with sophisticated illumination schemes are needed to read these codes. These marks are more permanent than adhesive labels, but if the surface becomes contaminated with dirt or grease, the marks may become unreadable. Mobile Ticketing: a process whereby customers can order, purchase and obtain tickets from any location and at any time using a mobile device Mobile Marketing: the use of a mobile device (cell phone, PDA or smart phone) as a new means of marketing communication, promotion or advertising Bar codes are not always printed. In fact, printed bar codes are becoming less of a demand in the retail and entertainment industry with the introduction of mobile marketing and mobile ticketing, where an electronic bar code is sent to a consumers mobile device via a SMS (Short Message Service) / MMS (Multimedia Messaging Service) message. A text message is the simplistic form of a mobile ticket, coupon, loyalty card, etc. that can be sent on any type of mobile phone and is currently a preferred method in many countries. Mobile Marketing has become a widely accepted means of communication with over 3 billion active mobile phone users worldwide.This form of marketing opens up two-way communication channels for companies to directly engage with customers with fewer costs than ever before. Utilizing electronic bar codes is simple. As youve already learned, 2D codes have the ability to store more information in equal or less space; thus, these codes are often chosen for mobile ticketing and mobile marketing applications. Once a symbology is selected and the program is defined, engaging with customers is easy. To sign up for a marketing offer to purchase a ticket, customers simply send an SMS message containing a short code to a service number and a return message will be sent back containing the mobile offer or ticket and a unique bar code symbology. With mobile marketing, customers have instant access to the promotion or can store their loyalty card information in their mobile device without the chance of losing or forgetting it, a common reason for low participation. When the bar code must contain information that is only available at the time the bar code is generated, it is common to use an industrial printer to generate the bar code. This is common occurrence in manufacturing when a serial number is created for a specific work piece or in healthcare when a new patient is admitted to the hospital. On-demand bar codes can be produced in small quantities for less money than preprinted bar codes and in less time. They can be printed with dedicated bar code printers that produce very rugged bar codes. Dedicated printers come in several varieties, including thermal and thermal transfer.The best can produce bar codes that are not bothered by acids, rain, sunlight or similar factors. These printers can easily produce a single tag or sticker and remove the label backing automatically. Laser and Ink Jet Printers can also be used to generate on-demand bar codes. The bar codes they print are comparable to those printed on dedicated label printers. In fact, the print quality is almost as good as on preprinted bar codes.The downside is that laser printers are not as rugged as dedicated label printers and only print a full sheet of labels at a time. Avery and Costar make small, thermal label printers that can print bar codes. These printers work well for occasional use but may not be the best choice for high-volume printing. Printed On - Demand Bar Codes Mobile Bar Codes 14. 14 Datalogic Handheld Scanner Retail Product Gryphon I 4100 Gryphon L 4300 Gryphon I 4400 2D Description Specifications Sensor CCD Laser Wide VGA camera Dimensions 181x71x100 mm 181x71x100 mm 181x71x100 mm Weight 169 g 169 g 195 g Case material ABS + polycarbonate ABS + polycarbonate ABS + polycarbonate Performance Light Source LED 630 - 670 nm 630 - 680 nm VLD 650 nm VLD Max. Resolution 0.076 mm / 3 mils 0.102 mm / 4 mils 0.077 mm / 3 mils Scan rate 325 scans/sec. 100 scans/sec. - Print contrast ratio 15 % 25 % 25 % Reading range Max. 800 mm Max. 690 mm Max. 400 mm Decoding capability All common 1D bar codes All common 1D bar codes All common 1D and 2D bar codes Reading indicators Green Spot, LED, beeper Green Spot, LED, beeper Green Spot, LED, beeper Reading mode Graphic formats Linear Linear bmp, jpeg, tiff Programming Manual Programming bar codes Automatic S/W commands S/W commands S/W commands Configuration Windows Windows Windows Interfaces RS232, IBM 46XX, USB, KBW, Wand RS232, IBM 46XX, USB, KBW, Wand RS232, IBM 46XX, USB, KBW, Wand Power supply Power Supply/ Consumption 4.75 to 5.25 VDC 4.75 to 5.25 VDC 4.2 to 5.25 VDC Environmental Operating temp. 0 to 55 C 0 to 55 C 0 to 50 C Storage temp. -20 to 70 C -20 to 70 C -20 to 70 C Humidity (non-condensing) 0 to 90 % 5 to 90 % 5 to 90 % Drop resistance 1.8 m to concrete 1.8 m to concrete 1.8 m to concrete Protection IP52 IP52 IP52 Options Available as Bluetooth, radio and healthcare versions - Available as Bluetooth, radio and healthcare versions Target groups Retail, distribution, manufacturing, healthcare, public sector Retail, distribution, manufacturing, finance Retail, distribution, manufacturing, healthcare, public sector Datalogic Product Overview Page 22 Page 22 Now available as special 1D/2D Healthcare Version see Pages 21/41 Page 21 NEW! radio version available! 15. 15 Datalogic Touch light 65/90 Heron QuickScan L QuickScan Mobile QuickScan I CCD (2,048 pixels) CCD (2,048 pixels) Laser CCD (2,048 pixels) CCD (2,048 pixels) 164x77.5x63 mm-T65 175x100x80 mm-T90 153x152x68 mm 170x71x67 mm 171x90x68 mm 170 x 71 x 66mm 160 g / 190 g 160 g w/o cable 128 g 189 g 121.9g ABS ABS + Polycarbonate ABS + Polycarbonate ABS + Polycarbonate ABS + Polycarbonate Visible red LED Visible red LED 650nm vis. red Diode LED Array Visible red LED 0.10 mm/0.13 mm 0.10mm 0.10mm 0.10mm 0.102mm 256 scans/sec. 256 scans/sec. 100 scans / sec. 235 scans/sec. 270 scans/sec. min. 15% min. 15% min. 30% min. 20% min. 15% 63 / 80 mm max. 210 mm max. 270 mm max. 270 mm max. 650 mm All common 1D bar codes All common 1D bar codes All common 1D bar codes All common 1D bar codes All common 1D bar codes LED, beeper LED, spot, beeper LED, buzzer LED, spot, buzzer LED, spot, buzzer Linear Linear Linear Linear Linear Programming bar codes S/W commands S/W commands S/W commands S/W commands Win configuration Win configuration Win configuration Win configuration USB,RS232, Wedge,Pen USB USB,RS232,Wedge,IBM USB,RS232,Wedge,Wand USB,RS232,Wedge,Wand 5 VDC 5%, Directly (USB, Wedge, Pen) or via an ext. PSU (RS232) / 150 mA max. 5VDC 5%; Max: 180 mA, operating: 155 mA, sleep mode: 120 uA, USB: 350 uA 5 VDC 10% 100 mA @ 5VDC 5 VDC 5% Max. 4 W 5 VDC 10% 100 mA @ 5VDC 0 to 55 C 0 C to 55 C 0 to 50C 0 to 40C 0 to 50C -20 to 70 C -20 C to 70 C -20 to 40 C -20 to 70C -40 to 70 C 90% non-condensing 90% non-condensing 95% non-condensing 90% non-condensing 95% non-condensing 1.2 m to concrete 1.8 m to concrete 1.5 m to concrete 1.5 m to concrete 1.5 m to concrete IP30 IP30 IP42 IP30 IP42 Pro version Mobile version: 433 MHz or Bluetooth Retail Retail, Public Sector Retail, Public Sector, Banking Finance, Healthcare Retail, Banking Finance, Public Sector, Healthcare Retail, Banking Finance, Healthcare, Public Sector Page 25Page 24 Page 25Page 23 Page 24 16. 16 Datalogic Datalogic Product Overview Handheld Scanner Industry Product PowerScan 7100 PowerScan 8300 PowerScan 8500 Description Specifications Sensor CCD Laser Imaging-sensor Dimensions 203x76x114 mm 207x114x69 mm 207x114x81 mm Weight 280 g 295 g 295 g Case material ABS + polycarbonate ABS + polycarbonate ABS + polycarbonate Performance Light Source LED array 630 - 670 nm LED array 630 - 670 nm LED array 630 - 670 nm Max. Resolution 0.076 mm / 3 mils 0.076 mm / 3 mils 0.051 mm / 2 mils (HD) Scan rate 390 scans/sec. 35 scans/sec. - Print contrast ratio 15 % 15 % 15 % Reading range Max. 340 cm Max. 36,5 cm Decoding capability all common 1D bar codes, max. 530 cm all common 1D bar codes all common 1D and 2D bar codes Reading indicators Green Spot, LED, beeper 3GL, beeper 3GL, beeper Reading mode Graphic formats Linear Linear jpeg, tiff Programming Manual Programming bar codes Automatic S/W commands Configuration Windows Interfaces RS232, IBM 46XX, USB, KBW, Wand RS232, USB, KBW, Wand RS232, USB, KBW, Wand Power supply Power Supply/ Consumption 4 to 14 VDC 5 to 30 VDC 5 to 30 VDC Environmental Operating temp. -30 to 50 C -30 to 50 C -10 to 55 C Storage temp. -40 to 70 C -30 to 50 C -20 to 70 C Humidity (non-condensing) 5 to 95 % 0 to 95 % 0 to 95 % Drop resistance 2.0 m to concrete 2.0 m to concrete 2.0 m to concrete Protection IP65 IP65 with display / IP64 without display IP65 with Display / IP64 without Display Options With or without aiming device; available as Bluetooth version Various optics; available as Bluetooth and radio versions and with display Various optics; available as radio version and with display Target groups Retail, Distribution. Manufacturing, Public Sector Manufacturing, industry, distribution, public sector Manufacturing, industry, distribution, public sector Page 26 Page 28Page 27 17. 17 Datalogic Product Magellan 8300/8400 Magellan 8500Xt Magellan 2300 Magellan 3300HSi Gryphon GFS 4100 Description Dimensions 13.0x35.6x10.2cm 18x30x13cm 15x15 x10cm 15.2x15.2x 8.7cm 3.9 x 5.8 x 5.7cm Temperature Operating: 10C to 40C, storage: -40C to 70C 0C to 40C / -40C to 70C 0 to 50 C / -25 to 50 C Scan lines 52 64 20 Imager Linear imager Scanrotation 4.500 RPM 6,000 RPM Reading distance max. 15.2 cm max. 15.2 cm max. 10.2 cm max. 60 cm Readable Bar codes Linear/linearer GS1/ Expanded Stacked; Stacked; Stacked Omnidirectional all common 1D codes all common 1D bar codes, 2D optional all common 1D bar codes Power Supply 100-250 VAC, 50-60 Hz 7 Watt (operation), 8 Watt (max.), 4 Watt (standby) 100-250 VAC, 50-60 Hz 17 Watt (opera- tion), 9 Watt (max.), 4 Watt (standby) 90-265 VAC, 47-63 Hz 4.0 Watt (operation), 9.6 Watt (maximum), 2.5 Watt (standby) 90-265 VAC, 47-63 Hz, 8.75 Watt (operation) 5 VDC (+/- 5%) Interfaces IBM 46xx, KBW, USB, EAS,RS232 RS232, IBM 46XX, IBM USB, USB, keyboard wedge USB, KBW, RS232, IBM 46xx RS232, USB Options Scale Powered RS232 Aux-Port EAS Certifications EN 55022-B (EU); elektric: EN60 950 (TV EU) EN 60825-1 Class 1 LED; IEC 60825- 1 Class 1 LED Product IEC 60825-1 class 1 Laser Safety CDRH class IIa (USA/Kanada), EN 60825-1 Klasse 1 (EU), IEC 60825-1 class 1 (International) Target groups Retail, Point-of-Sale, discounter Retail, Point-of-Sale Ticket reading, self service kiosks, laboratories, etc. Stationary Scanner Product Magellan 800i Magellan 1100i Magellan 1400i Magellan 2200 Magellan 3200VSI Description Dimensions 15.1 x 7.6 x 10.9cm 8.4 x7.1x 9.4cm 18.0 x8.1x9.7cm 15x 15x9cm 15.2x 15.2x8.2cm Temperature 0 to 40 C / -40 to 70 C 0C to 40C / -40C to 70C 0C to 40C / -40C to 70C 10C to 40C / -40C to 70C 0C to 40C / -40C to 70C Sensor Imager Imager Imager Laser (18 lines) Imager Scanrotation 6,000 RPM Reading distance max. 15.2 cm max. 17.7cm max. 22.9cm max. 15.2 cm max. 14 cm Readable Bar codes all common 1D bar codes, 2D optional all common 1D bar codes, 2D optional all common 1D and 2D codes all common 1D codes all common 1D bar codes, 2D optional Power Supply 5 VDC (+/- 10%) 4.5 - 14.0 VDC 5.0 - 14.0 VDC 90-265 VAC, 47-63 Hz 90-265 VAC, 47-63 Hz, Interfaces USB, RS232 USB, KBW, RS232, IBM 46xx USB, KBW, RS232, IBM 46xx, RS485 RS232, IBM 46XX, IBM USB, USB, keyboard wedge USB, KBW, RS232, IBM 46xx Options EAS EAS EAS Powered RS232 Aux-Port EAS Certifications EN55022, EN55024, EN60950-1 IEC 60825 Class 1 LED IEC 60825 Class 1 LED EN 55022-B (EU); electric: EN60 950 (TV EU) Laser Safety CDRH class IIa (USA/Canada), EN 60825-1 class 1 (EU), IEC 60825-1 class 1 (International) Target groups Retail, Point-of-Sale, ticketing Retail, Point-of-Sale Retail, Point-of-Sale Retail, Point-of-Sale, discounter Presentation Scanner Page 29Page 29Page 29 Page 32 Page 32 Page 29 Page 32 Page 32 Page 31Page 30 NEW! 18. 18 Datalogic Mobile Data Collection Product Memor Skorpio/Skorpio-Gun Kyman Description Characteristics Dimensions 152x55x40 mm 196x77x33 mm 240x92x55 mm Weight 230 g (incl. battery) 310-360 g (incl. battery) 540-570 g (incl.battery) Display 64K colour display, 240 x 320 pixel, 5.6cm (2.2) diagonal, backlight, touch screen 64K colour display, 240 x 320 pixels, 7.1cm (2.8 Zoll) diagonal, backlight, touch screen 64K colour display, 240 x 320 pixels, 9.7cm (3.8 Zoll) diagonal, backlight, touch screen Keyboard 23 rubber keys,5-position joystick, backlit keyboard 38 rubber keys 53 or 36 rubber keys with backlight Operating Temp. 0C to +50C -10 C to +50 C -20C +50C Storage Temp. -10C to +65C -20 C to +70 C -20C +70C Drop Resistance 1.2m onto concrete 1.5m onto concrete 1.5m onto concrete Industrial Protection IP54 IP64 IP64 Performance Operating System Windows CE 5.0, Mobile 6.1 Windows CE 5.0 Windows Mobile 6.0/CE 5.0 Processor IntelXScale 624 MHz IntelXScale 312/520 MHz IntelXScale 400 MHz RAM / Flash 128MB / 256MB 128 MB/128 MB 64 MB/128 MB Expansion-Slots SD Mini SD- and CF slots Mini SD- and CF-Slots Interfaces RS232, USB 1.1 RS232, USB 1.1 RS232, USB 1.1 Data collection Local Area Network Wi-Fi: IEEE 802.11b/g (Option) int. antenna; Frequency 2.4-2.5 GHz Wi-Fi: IEEE 802.11b/g (option) int. antenna. Frequency 2.4-2.5 GHz Wi-Fi: IEEE 802.11b/g (Option) int. antenna; Frequency 2.4-2.5 GHz Wide Area Network - Personal Area Network Bluetooth antenna: internal Bluetooth antenna: internal Bluetooth antenna: internal Power Management Power Supply Removable battery pack with recharge- able Li-Ion batteries; 3,7 V 1100/2200 mAh (3,6/7,2 Watt) Removable battery pack with re- chargeable Li-Ion batteries; 3.7 V 2,100 mAh (7.8 Watt-hours) Removable battery pack with re- chargeable Li-Ion batteries; 7.4 V 2200 mAh (16.3 Watt) Laser Characteristics Scanning rate 104 12 scans/sec. 104 12 scans/sec 35 5 scans/sec. Depth of Field 5 to 90 cm 5 to 90 cm 3 to 70/15 to 380 cm (XLR) Bar Codes EAN/UPC, Code 39, 2/5 Codes, Ples- sey, Codabar, Code 128, EAN128, MSI, Code 93, Code 11 EAN/UPC, Code 39, 2/5 Codes, Plessey, Codabar, Code 128, EAN128, MSI, Code 93, Code 11 EAN/UPC, Code 39, 2/5 Codes, Ples- sey, Codabar, Code 128, EAN128, MSI, Code 93, Code 11 Laser Classification VLD - Klasse II EN VLD - Class II EN VLD - Class II EN Special Characteristics Klasse I LED Product Optional available with 2D imager Pistol Grip Target groups Retail In-Store, events Mobility, field service, nursing service, inventory Logistics Datalogic Product Overview Page 35 Page 37Page 36 19. 19 Datalogic elf Falcon X3 157x81x42mm 225x88x55mm 415 - 440g 626 - 699g 64K colour display, 640x480 pixel, backlight, touch screen 64K colour display, 640x480 pixel, backlight, touch screen 27/46 keys numeric/qwerty 29/52 key numeric/alpha- numeric -10 to +50C -10 to 50 C -20 to +70 C -40 to 70 C 1,5m on concrete 1,8m on concrete IP64 IP64 Windows Mobile 6.5/CE 6.0 Windows Mobile 6.5/CE 6.0 Xscale PXA310@624MHz Xscale PXA310@624MHz 256/256MB 256/256MB Micro SD with SDHC Micro SD with SDHC Micro USB 2.0 Micro USB 2.0 Summit IEEE 802.11 a/b/g Summit IEEE 802.11 a/b/g UMTS, HSDPA, GPRS, EDGE Bluetooth Class 2 w. DER Bluetooth Class 2 w. DER Removable battery pack with rechargeable Li-ion batter- ies; 3.7 V 3000/5000 mAh (11.10/18.50 Watt hours) Removable battery pack with rechargeable Li-ion batteries; 3.7 V 5000 mAh (18.5 Watt hours) 140 scans / 60 Frames/sec 40 scans / 60 frames/sec. 5 to 64 cm 8 to 380 cm UPC, EAN, Int. 2/5, Codabar, Code 39/93/128, MSI, PDF417, Micro PDF, DataMatrix, QR, GS1 Databar, Aztec, Maxicode, POSTNETKIX Code, RM, RM- 4SCC, USPS 4CB, UPU FICS, PDF417, Micro PDF, Datamatrix, QR Code, Micro QR, Maxicode, Aztec, Postnet, KIX Code, RM, Intelligent Mail and UPU FICS, GS1 Databar, EAN/UPC, Code 39/93/128, Int. 2/5, Codabar, EAN 128, MSI, ISBT 128 VLD - Class 2 VLD - Class 2 GPS, RF-ID, 3MP Cam., Pistol Grip 3MP Cam, Pistol Grip Retail In-Store, events Stock, logistics VehicleTerminals Page 38 Product Rhino Description Characteristics Dimensions 273 x 234 x 52 mm (66 mm at connectors) Weight 2.5 kg (without mount) Display 26.4 cm (10.4") LCD, 640 x 480 pixels, contrast 300:1, 400 cd/m, with backlight and resistive touch panel (anti glare) Keyboard Power On/Off (with LED), UP/Down OperatingTemp. -10 to +50C -30 to +60C (optional) StorageTemp. -30 to +70 C Schock / Vibration MIL-STD 810F Industrial Protection IP65 Performance Operating System Microsoft Windows Embedded CE 6.0 R3 Processor Marvell XScale PXA270 @ 520 MHz RAM / Flash 128 MB/128 MB Expansion-Slots 1x Compact Flash type I/II (not available if 802.11 radio installed) 1x SD HD memory Interfaces 2x RS232 (5 V or 12 V power supply for external handheld scanner), 2x USB (host) Data collection Local Area Network WLAN (802.11 b/g) Ethernet 10/100 MB (optional) Bluetooth (optional) Power Management Power Supply 10 V-60 VDC internal, fully isolated power supply Option External keyboard (ABCD or QWERTY), also combined with handheld scanner Target groups Warehousing, freezer and tough outdoor environ- ments, manufacturing industry Page 42Page 38 NEW! 20. 20 Datalogic SpecificationsItem number Gryphon I GD4130, 1D, multi-IF, black dlgrisw Gryphon L GD4330, 1D, multi-IF, black dlgrd43sw Gryphon I GD4430, 2D, SR, multi-IF, kit (USB), black dlgri4430usw More standard models on request To be ordered in any case: Required connection cables see page 33 Cradle for Gryphon Mobile see page 33 Datalogic has developed the Gryphon scanner series in order to offer high scanning performance combined with ergonomic de- sign and unrivalled durability.These outstanding characteristics and various application possibilities always make the Gryphon series scanners the right solution for both retail and industry. The Gryphon scanners not only easily read all standard bar co- des, but also low resolution or damaged bar codes. These high-performance scanners by Datalogic come in three diffe- rent versions in order to be ready for almost any possible application in retail, warehouses, and logistics: as a 1D laser scanner, a 1D linear imager or a 2D imager. You can order the Gryphon either as wired or wireless versions (with Bluetooth technology) with up to 30 metres operating range. Its excellent optics allows scanning of all standard bar codes at a maximum distance of 47 cmwith an enormous depth of field. It also reads bar codes from monitors and mobile phone displays easily. Its resolution of 752x480 pixels not only helps users scan bar codes, but is also good for special camera applications like signature or ID card scans. With such high resolution and special decoder software, even badly printed, dirty or torn bar codes are scanned without delay. Hospitals and doctors offices will especially profit from the versions specifically developed for the healthcare industry. The anti-microbial coating prevents the spread of germs, thereby protecting personnel who come in direct contact with patients. Additionally, these rugged models can withstand ritual cleanings with strong disinfectants. With omni-directional scanning, the ergonomics and speed are further increased with the 2D version when compared to normal hand-held scanners. All bar codes are read from a great distance at any angle complicated scanner alignments can be omitted. Its pa- tented intelligent Motionix technology recognizes the scanners posi- tion and automatically switches between handheld and presentation modes. A unique four-spot laser targeting system allows immediate intuitive targeting of the bar codes, even with multiple codes on a single label. The Datalogic patented Green Spot makes instant read acknowledg- ment possible: instead of an acoustic signal, users can choose to be alerted by a clearly visible green spot on the bar code itself. Naturally, this technology is especially useful in particularly dark or noisy envi- ronments. Very useful is the multi-interface that is integrated in all Gryphon versions: serial, USB, keyboard wedge and light pen interfaces are all integrated into a single scanner. All you need to do is order the correct cable for your system. Using the wireless versions Gryphon GM and GBT is even easier, as the Bluetooth and radio models are highly reliable.They scan in all relevant places possible anytime: the scanners immediately submit bar code data to the base station at an operating range of 30 metres. Beyond the operating range, the scanner saves the data. As soon as the user re-enters the operating range, the device automatically transfers all the data. For extended operating time, a powerful rechargeable battery is in- tegrated into the grip of the portable Gryphon models. It is not ne- cessary to remove this battery from the device simply put it onto the base station to recharge it automatically.The battery charging and data transfer station also serves as a practical stand, a convenient feature for usage as a presentation scanner. An overview of addi- tional batteries and chargers or other accessories for all Datalogic scanners can be found on page 33. The high quality of design and workmanship of the Gryphon series does not only show excellent physical characteristics (e.g. operating temperature: 0-50 C), but also a long warranty period of up to five years.The sturdy housing offers an effective rubber guard on all sides that help the device withstand even repeated drops to concrete. No matter if used in workshops, management, POS, production or small warehouses: If you offer customers Gryphon scanners, they will get completely professional devices with unequalled scanning performance, operational comfort and workmanship. Datalogic Gryphon One of the best-selling POS scanners Datalogic's most successful scanner series Astonishing top performance for all applications Available for 1D and 2D bar codes Mobile or Bluetooth versions: up to 30 m operating range Special anti-microbial versions for the healthcare industry 2D version: omni-directional scans bar codes from any position All interfaces in one device: USB, RS232 and keyboard wedge 21. 21 Datalogic Datalogic Gryphon I GD4100 Datalogic Gryphon I GM4100 Linear imager for commerce, offices, hospitals Reads all 1D and GS1 data bar codes with high resolution of up to 3 mils Top read rate (325 decodes/sec.) Wide scan angle (42) for large codes All interface types in one device: USB, RS232 and keyboard wedge; EAS deactivation optional The new wired Gryphon I Linear Imager offers sophisticated scanning and decoding performance for multiple areas of application. It is specifically designed for use in commerce and offices, hospitals, pharmacies, light industry, warehouse logistics and production facilities. Its wide scan angle of 42 enables you to read very large codes. Its improved decoding performance (325 decodes per second) increases output, accelerating reading performance of illegible or damaged codes. These features combined with high resolution of up to 3 mils, make the Gryphon I your extremely powerful solution for data collection. It is naturally equipped with the Green Spot, patented by Datalogic, which is a positive reading confirmation directly on the code. The modern housing of the Gryphon I, its reduced weight and smaller size combined with conformity to the IP42 standard make this system a reliable, ergonomic solution, which can be operated comfortably and has highly developed scanning performance. SpecificationsItem number Gryphon I, KBW, RS232, USB, light grey dlgri Gryphon I, KBW, RS232, USB, dark grey dlgrisw More interfaces and kits on demand SpecificationsItem number Gryphon I GM4100, KBW, RS232, USB, light grey dlgri41 Gryphon I GM4100, KBW, RS232, USB, dark grey dlgri41w More interfaces and Kits on demand To be ordered in any case: Cradle for Gryphon I Mobile see page 33 Wireless linear imager for retail and light industry Up to 30 m operating range using wireless transmission (433 MHz) Fast scanning at 325 scans/sec. Scanning memory for up to 1,200 codes when used outside of operating range The new linear imager Gryphon I GM4100 extends Datalogic's premium line with a high-performance wireless version. This robust handheld scanner is especially suited for appli- cations in retail and light industry, as it offers unlimited mobility and guarantees efficient and productive bar code scanning. Equipped with the same scanning specifications as the wired Gryphon I, the M version transmits scanned data at 433 MHz. The integrated memory saves up to 1,200 codes, even when used out of communication range. In addition to simple point-to-point applica- tions, the GM4100 is also capable of complex network operations. The patented 2-position stand is a freehand station and charger in one. Using its integrated lithium-ion battery, your customer scans up to 50,000 codes per charge. In order to increase mobile scanning efficiency even further, an optional version with display and a keypad with three keys is available. The user can use this for active host communication. SpecificationsItem number Gryphon I GD4130-HC, multi-IF, white dlgr4130hc Powerful 1D and 2D handheld imagers for the healthcare industry Wired, wireless and Bluetooth versions Cleanser-resistant housing: easy to clean 4-point targeting dot (4400-HC) as well as Green Spot scan confirmation The Gryphon imagers 4100-HC and 4400-HC are the first Datalogic models which have been specially developed for operation in the healthcare industry, as well as in sensitive environments like the food industry and in chemical production. The cleanser-resistant housing is coated with anti-bacte- rial SANITIZED additives, to stand up to aggressive daily cleansings. This series offers all the advantages and product trademarks of standard Gryphon scanners. The powerful scan engine guarantees extremely fast data capture of 1D and GS1 bar codes, or 2D codes, even from a greater distance. High productivity and intuitive handling are ensured by their large motion tolerance, targeting and Datalogics patented Green Spot technology. Depending on the area of operation, choose between a wired model, a wireless variant and the version with Bluetooth technology.The latter keeps you the most flexible, has a 30m range and can save up to 1200 codes in batch mode. The 2D imager can also be used as a camera for special applications, such as for reading signatures, for identification or prescriptions. Naturally, thanks to its multi-interface you have all standard interfaces in one device at your disposal, making a connection to an existing system even easier for you. Datalogic Gryphon I healthcare series SpecificationsItem number Gryphon BT, KBW, white dlgrbtk Gryphon BT, KBW, black dlgrbtusw Linear imager for commerce, office, hospitals Mobile use through Bluetooth techno- logy Reads all 1D and GS1 DataBar codes with high resolution (up to 3 mils) Top scanning rate at 325 decodings/sec. All connection types in one device: USB, RS232 and keyboard wedge For flexible operating conditions in commerce and offices, hospitals, chemists', light industry, warehouse logistics and production facilities, we offer the professional performance of the Gryphon series, also as a portable version with Bluetooth technology (class 2). The scanner communicates with its cradle at a distance of up to 30 metres using the point-to-point mode. Optionally, in point-to-multipoint mode, it is able to connect with up to seven Bluetooth devices and any compa- tible Bluetooth access point, while the integrated batch mode allows mobile data collection of up to 1,200 codes. These are automatically transmitted as soon as the scanner comes within the range of the base station again. A rate of 325 scans per second not only increases the throughput, but also speeds up scanning of difficult to read or damaged codes. Its high resolution of up to 3 mils as well as a reading range of over one metre distance are further characteristics that make the Gryphon BT extremely powerful. The patented Green Spot increases ergo- nomics by notifying the user visually when a code is successfully scanned. Datalogic Gryphon I GBT4100 22. 22 Datalogic SpecificationsItem number Gryphon laser, KBW, white dlgrlk Gryphon laser, USB, white dlgrlu Professional bar code laser pistol for commerce, office and light industry Reads all linear and GS1 DataBar codes Up to 65 cm reading range at 100 scans/sec. High performance and ergonomics: smallest and lightest scanner in its class All connection types in one device: USB, RS232 and keyboard wedge With the Gryphon Laser, Datalogic offers the ideal solution for retail, office automation and light industrial applications, in which short to very large scanning distance requirements are met (max. 65 cm; Code 39 @ 20 mil). The laser scanner also easily reads especially small codes of 4 mils with a scanning angle of up to 47. As one of the lightest and smallest laser scanners in its class, the laser pistol meets the familiar high performance standards of the Gryphon family with flying colours: all 1D and GS1 DataBar codes are scanned at high speed (100 scans per second) and ergonomics the scanner confirms a successful scan with the patented Green Spot. The laser withstands drops of up to 1.8 m without damage, while the manufacturer's warranty of 5 years along with the IP54 protec- tion provides high reliability. The integrated multi-interface ensures simple connection via RS232, USB and keyboard wedge. IBM and USB POS interfaces are also available and enormously expand the range of applications. Datalogic Gryphon L GD4300 SpecificationsItem number Gryphon GBT4400, 2D, multi-IF, white dlgr4400 Gryphon GBT4400, 2D, multi-IF, black dlgr4400sw SpecificationsItem number Gryphon GM4400, 2D, multi-IF, black dlgrm4400sw Gryphon GM4400, 2D, kit (USB), black dlgrm4400usw SpecificationsItem number Gryphon I GD4430, 2D, SR, multi-IF, kit (USB), white dlgri4430u Gryphon I GD4430-B, 2D, SR, multi-IF, kit (USB), black dlgri4430busw Mobile 2D imager for highest demands in retail and light industry High-speed scan engine, providing quick capture of 1D, 2D and stacked codes, as well as pictures Ideal for ticket-shop applications - able to read from monitors and displays Bluetooth data transmission: great operation range up to 30 m With the Gryphon I GBT4400 2D imager, Datalogic provides a multi- use area imager that meets the scanning requirements of a large bandwidth of applications, such as retail, the processing industry, data processing, entertainment, healthcare and transportation. Thanks to its strong decoding ability and processor power, it omnidirectionally reads 1D, 2D and stacked codes, capturing images and documents without loss of speed; and, if needed, it scans from displays and monitor screens. Using Bluetooth 2.0 radio technology, its operation range reaches 30 m around its base station (not included in standard delivery) and offers users impressive flexibility with real-time data transfer. Outside this range area, the scanner switches automatically to batch mode and can store up to 1,200 codes, which are transferred by simply pressing a button when connection is re-established with the access point. Professional qualities, such as the Green Spot read confirma- tion, 4-dot aiming light and innovative Motionix motion sensor, which enables automatic switching between handheld and presentation modes, ensure dynamic ergonomics and intuitive handling. Wireless version of the powerful Gryphon 4400 2D imager family Reads 1D and 2D bar codes quickly and reliably, even from monitors Wide radius of 30 m at a frequency of 433 MHz Battery operation for up to 60,000 scans; memory for 1,200 scans The Gryphon I GM4400 completes Datalogics family of Gryphon 2D imagers.This model transfers data wirelessly, making it an extremely flexible device in nearly all work areas. It also has a powerful scan engine, making it suitable for use in retail, for inventory, in light industry, for maintenance or in the healthcare sector. It reads 1D and 2D codes omnidirectionally, plus it captures images and documents, even from monito