A barcode reader uses a light source to illuminate the barcode, and then detects the pattern of dark bars and light spaces using sensors. It converts this pattern into an electrical signal that is decoded by a computer to retrieve the information stored in the barcode.
A scanner reads a barcode by shining a red light onto the black and white lines of the barcode. The light is reflected back to the scanner, which then interprets the pattern of light and dark lines to decode the information stored in the barcode. This information is typically transmitted to a computer or database for further processing.
Symbol barcode scanners are very necessary if you have a large inventory to keep track of. However, some come equipped with fancy functions that some people will never get to use. If you are a smaller business, buy a simple barcode scanner. Motorla produces a great line of barcode scanners that vary from simple to complex. You can usually find these on sale at Costco.
Barcode was created in 1952.
Creative Barcode was created in 2010.
Barcode reader was created in 1969.
Barcode World happened in 1992.
bob and Fredinvented the awesome barcode!
The first product to have a barcode was Wrigleys gum.
Rick Barcode is 6' 1".
Barcode Battler was created in 1991.
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