Suggestions for a barcode scanner

External Since: Jun 12, 2004 Posts: 1

Hi ng.

I'm looking for a barcode scanner.

It must be able to:

- Read Code 128 barcodes
- Interface with usb (preferably) or ps2
- Send input like a keyboard

Do you have any suggestions?

Thanks in advance.

Klaus.

External Since: Apr 03, 2004 Posts: 61

On Sat, 12 Jun 2004 21:12:43 +0200, "Klaus Petersen"
<spectual2 RemoveThis @getTOnet.dk> wrote:

>Hi ng.
>
>I'm looking for a barcode scanner.
>
>It must be able to:
>
>- Read Code 128 barcodes
>- Interface with usb (preferably) or ps2
>- Send input like a keyboard
>
>Do you have any suggestions?
>
>Thanks in advance.
>
>Klaus.
>

1. Go with a major manufacturer such as Symbol, Metrologic, PSC. They will
be more durable and will have programming support. Symbol might be the
easiest to get going with. Avoid off brands and relabeled such as WASP.

2. Get a laser scanner, not CCD. They read curved, irregular shaped objects
better, and don't need to be in direct contact with the barcode.

You then get into areas such as hand held, hands free, wireless, etc..

JT