Barcode scanners, also known as barcode readers, are devices used to decode a barcode and convert it into text visible to the user or application.
There are several divisions of scanners, one of the main is the division into:
- wired scanners
- wireless scanners
The most common connection between the scanner and the computer is via a USB or RS232 cable. In the case of connection with cash registers, the KBW interface is used.
Another important division is the code reading range:
1D codes - scanners are equipped with ordinary laser readers or line imagers.
2D codes - scanners are equipped only with imagers. They read 1D and 2D codes.
The right choice of scanner is important due to the type of codes used in the company.
The Tomex company offers scanners only from reputable manufacturers such as:
- Motorola
- Datalogic
- Honeywell
Motorola wireless barcode scanner. Extensive scanner programming capabilities + high range are perfect for commercial applications. The Motorola LI4278 barcode scanner is fully backwards compatible with all LS4278 and DS6878 scanner accessories.
The manufacturer of self-adhesive labels Tomex recommends the Motorola LI4278 scanner complete with a USB interface cable, docking station and a 60-month warranty for the ordered self-adhesive labels.
The PM8500 is Datalogic's most advanced wireless scanner for the harshest environments. A loud audible signal informs the user about the scanning effect even with poor air transparency or with difficult access to the code. The Datalogic PM8500 scanner is offered in 2 versions. The first, with a display informing the user about the battery charge status of the device, then the device meets the IP64 standard. The second version does not have a display, but it achieves the IP65 tightness standard.
Tomex (the manufacturer of self sdhesive labels) recommends the Datalogic PM8500 scanner complete with a USB interface cable, a docking station and a 60 month warranty for ordered self-adhesive labels.
