Veri-Scan I Barcode Verifier

An out-of-spec bar code can be costly...to you and your customer.

General

Don't let an out-of-spec label get used. Verify the content and quality of each bar code symbol printed on your label in real time with the SATO Veri-Scan I. The Veri-Scan I employs a moving beam, visible light scanning laser to examine every label as it is printed. It works the way you do. Program the Veri-Scan I to pause the printer when an out-of-spec symbol caused, for instance, by a media defect has been detected. Or simply store the out-of-spec information for review and analysis at a later time. Or choose the factory default settings. All programming is accomplished locally using the verifier's built-in 2-line alpha-numeric display and its four push button switches. Five LEDs continuously indicate the current status of the verifier. The Veri-Scan I tests for ANSI readability grade (A, B, C, or D) and reference decode calculations. It also analyzes and records out-of-spec quiet-zone dimensions, bar ratios, wide and narrow bar widths, inter-character gaps (ICG), and modulus characters. Labels may contain up to a maximum of 10 bar code symbols arranged in a maximum of 6 lines of 1 to 4 symbols each. Whenever all the symbols within the label have been predefined or when operated in the Data Match mode, the Veri-Scan I will effectively scan at the full 40 scans per second. When operated in this maximum security mode it has minimal effect upon the printer's throughput. The Veri-Scan I is easy to install and use. A single cable connects the unit to the printer. The fully adjustable stand offers a wide range of verifier-to-label settings. Once programmed and initialized it operates without further need for operator input.

Features

Real time on-line verification

Verifies all popular bar code symbologies

Verifies ANSI readability

Verifies traditional parameters

Factory preset and user programmable

Multiple operating modes

Up to 10 symbols per label

Compact and easy to use

Specifications

Modes: Synchronous Freescan
Analysis: ANSI Parameters ANSI Decodability grade A, B, C, D ANSI Reference Decode Calculation Traditional Parameters: Ratio, Encodation Check, Mod Check, Average Bar Width Deviation, Quiet Zone, Inter-Character Gap (ICG), Addendum Parity (UPC/EAN) Character Validation
Multiple Bar Code Analysis: Up to 4 non-rotated symbols per scan line, 6 scan lines per label. Maximum 10 symbols per label.
Symbologies: CODE 39, CODABAR, Interleaved 2 of 5, UPC/EAN including 2 and 5 digit addendums, CODE 128, CODE 93.
Scanner System: Moving beam visible light laser diode 670 nm (red) wavelength; 40 scans/sec. 7.5 mil minimum "X" dimension 50 ms nominal symbol analysis time. Minimum Bar Code Height vs. Print Speed: 0.35" Height = 4ips 0.5" Height = 6 ips 0.5" Height = 8 ips (In high security mode)
Programmable Response: Single, consecutive, or cumulative event activation.
Record Keeping:

Good Read

Warnings. Quiet Zone, Ratio, Wide, Narrow, ICG

Profile Failures: Ref. Decode, Decodability

Rejects: Mod Check, Format, Wide, Narrow, No Read
Data Match: Verify against "master" label.
Auto Discrimination: Automatically locate, identify, and verify up to 10 bar code symbols per label.
User Interface: Display (LCD) 2 lines x 16 Characters Switches: ENTER, SELECT, F1, F2 Indicators: PRINT/PAUSE (LED): REJECT, ANSI DECODE FAIL, WARNING, GOOD READ, SYNC
Interface: Asynchronous serial

Printer Control, DB-15 (Cable included)

Real Time Com Port, DB-9
Data Transmission: Minimum: 1.96" W x 0.78"L (50 mm W x 20 mm L) Maximum: 7"W x 7"L (180 mm W x 178 mm L) (up to 50" L with additional PCMIA memory)
Input Power: +5 Vdc, +-5%, 300 mA (Provided by printer)
Dimensions: 4. 25" W x 7. 5" H x 3.75" D (10.8mm W x 19 mm H x 9.5 mm D)
Weight: 2.2 lbs(1 kg)
Environment: Operating: +40?ö to +100?öF (+5?ö to +40?öC) 10 to 90% RH, non condensing Storage: O?ö to 140?öF (O?ö to +60?öC) 10 to 90% RH, non condensing Static Discharge: 8 kV
Approvals: FCC Class A