Barcode readers

[Marc De Roover]

Mike,


Most of the barcodes can be easily printed using the appropriate font.

The simple ones only need the font, the more compact/robust barcodes 
need additional processing before you have the string to “barcode”
It is also important to check what info you need to”barcode”; only 
numerical of alfa ( small or large caps )

the most simple barcode is code 39 ( font is freely available )

A site with good info is 
http://www.idautomation.com/free-barcode-products/code39-font/

It might be a good idea to look in the configuration papers/pdf of a 
scanner that might give you additional insights on 
possibilities/configuration options.

Regarding the scanners the speed at which they can read barcodes might 
be a important factor in your decision as well as which barcodes can be 
read.


Marc

PS: for a scanner you might look at
http://cpc.farnell.com/1/1/67079-opticon-opl-6845-usb-blk-barcode-scanner-usb-black-opl6845.html
or
https://www.ers-online.co.uk/o2334/11789-opticon-opr-3201-retail-pos-usb-barcode-scanner



On 28 Jan 2016, at 23:25, Mike Matthews wrote:

> Thanks to all. I suspect the next thing we have to learn is the type 
> of barcode found on products sold in the EU.
> And maybe how to print them as well.
>
> Can someone point me in a good direction to find out the beginnings 
> here that will cover the majority if what would be needed to learn 
> please?
>
> Mike
>
> Sent from my iPad
>
>> On 28 Jan 2016, at 17:24, Paul Jonson <PaulJ at intheus.com> wrote:
>>
>> We've integrated with Barcode Scanners for over 20 years.  We've 
>> experimented with various brands; but now we only recommend Symbol 
>> scanners - they hold up and go for over 5 years before the batteries 
>> need to be replaced.  They are programmable and reliable.  Just my 
>> $.02.
>>
>> Paul
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: omnisdev-en [mailto:omnisdev-en-bounces at lists.omnis-dev.com] On 
>> Behalf Of Mike Matthews
>> Sent: Thursday, January 28, 2016 8:31 AM
>> To: OmnisDev List - English <omnisdev-en at lists.omnis-dev.com>
>> Subject: Re: Barcode readers
>>
>> Ok, much as I though.  Very groovy I hope.
>>
>> Mike
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> Mike Matthews,
>> Managing Director, SQLWorks Software Ltd
>>
>> Tel: +44 (0)1271 850550
>>
>> Email: mike.matthews at sqlworks.co.uk
>>
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>>
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>>
>>> On 28 Jan 2016, at 16:21, Doug Easterbrook <doug at artsman.com> wrote:
>>>
>>> think of a scanner as a keyboard.       it simulated keyboard 
>>> strokes.
>>>
>>> so, yes, it works.
>>>
>>> Doug Easterbrook
>>> Arts Management Systems Ltd.
>>> mailto:doug at artsman.com
>>> http://www.artsman.com
>>> Phone (403) 536-1205    Fax (403) 536-1210
>>>
>>>> On Jan 28, 2016, at 9:09 AM, Mike Matthews <omnis at lineal.co.uk> 
>>>> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Thanks Andy,
>>>>
>>>> Has anyone used one in a Terminal Server situation?
>>>>
>>>> Mike
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>> On 28 Jan 2016, at 16:00, Andy Hilton <andyh at totallybrilliant.com> 
>>>>> wrote:
>>>>>
>>>>> Mike
>>>>>
>>>>> For demos, I use a cheapo bluetooth scanner - the connectivity 
>>>>> options are important - so for normal sue it sounds liek a wired 
>>>>> one would be better for you, but for demo, a bluetooth one is 
>>>>> likely easier…..
>>>>>
>>>>> Mine cost me $20 on eBay - it was indeed a bargain and perfect for 
>>>>> demos…..
>>>>>
>>>>> For client use though and especially for the ‘stand’ type of 
>>>>> use you would want to up the ante a little…..
>>>>>
>>>>> Andy
>>>>>
>>>>>> On Jan 28, 2016, at 9:41 AM, Mike Matthews <omnis at lineal.co.uk> 
>>>>>> wrote:
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Ok, so all good advice, i.e., you get what you pay for, always 
>>>>>> good advice that.  What I really only want to do today is to to 
>>>>>> test one, and to show clients we can use one.  So it won't be 
>>>>>> used in anger every day, probably only 10 times a year.  But it 
>>>>>> must be accurate, I would look stupid in a demo and it didn't 
>>>>>> work of course.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> So for an irregular use vs cost, but reliable, what then?
>>>>>>
>>>>>> I take it they all work with Windows and OSX?
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Thanks
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Mike
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Mike Matthews,
>>>>>> Managing Director, SQLWorks Software Ltd
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Tel: +44 (0)1271 850550
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Email: mike.matthews at sqlworks.co.uk
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Web: www.sqlworks.co.uk
>>>>>>
>>>>>> SQLWorks replaces Sage, ACT!, Opera, Access, SAP
>>>>>>
>>>>>>> On 28 Jan 2016, at 14:33, "Phil (OmnisList)" 
>>>>>>> <phil at pgpotter.co.uk> wrote:
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> Hi Mike,
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> How simple is simple?
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> You can get very basic ones online for £12, and then the more 
>>>>>>> complicated, or more robust, the price goes up.
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> £235 ex VAT is a big figure for a basic scanner...
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> Decide if you might want to scan a 3d barcode, ie a QR code.
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> Make sure the scanner will scan all barcodes you may encounter, 
>>>>>>> and then its just a question of how often you are going to use 
>>>>>>> it, as to how strong and robust the thing is.
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> I haven't looked in a while, but suspect these 2 questions will 
>>>>>>> guide you into a reasonable device.
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> regards
>>>>>>> Phil Potter
>>>>>>> Based in Chester in the UK.
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>> On 28/01/2016 12:11, Mike Matthews wrote:
>>>>>>>> Hello All
>>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>> I need a simple barcode reader/scanner so I don't have to type 
>>>>>>>> in the number when finding the stock record.
>>>>>>>> Should have a stand and work on OSX and Windows. And on a local 
>>>>>>>> PC/Mac when working on a Terminal Server.
>>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>> Thanks
>>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>> Mike
>>>>>>>>
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