Barcode scanning is now a fundamental part of the data aquistion process. When selecting a system you should consider:-

• Type and physical size of the barcode
• Demands of the application (i.e.long-range scanning required);
• Connectivity needed

A barcode reader usually contains a barcode decoder which reads and converts the data. DataScope barcode solutions are used on most of the common devices. We can offer advice and expertise on implementing mobile barcode technology and wireless handheld scanners.

What is Barcode Data

Barcode data collection is ideal for low cost identification. DataScope barcode readers give complete mobility to capture data and transmit the data wirelessly to a remote database. A barcode is simply a font that can be read by an optical scanner. There are different types of barcodes and symbologies is the term to describe the different types.

Verification requires a barcode reader capable of scanning your barcode and understanding the symbologies. Barcode symbologies vary if a popular symbolgie is used then the handheld computer options available are very wide. New 2D symbologies allow greater data to be stored than the 1D technology. The most common symbolgies are:

• Code 39 and Code 39 extended. This is widely supported.
• EAN (European Article Numbering Association.)EAN-8/13 is a numeric only code and used in retail.
• Interleaved 2 of 5 (ITF) is widely used in industrial systems
• Code 128 - Increasing use instead of code 39
• EAN-128 - Allows 'other' data to be stored e.g. expiry date
  

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