[Koha] Barcode scanners known to work well with Koha

[Nicole Engard]

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Nicole C. Engard
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On Tue, Nov 17, 2009 at 5:03 PM, Agnes Rivers-Moore <arm at hanover.ca> wrote:
> Hello Doug
>
> The main points to check are that it connects to your PC conveniently
> (can be USB or "keyboard wedge" which means it connects in line with the
> keyboard, which is useful with older computers), and that it scans the
> barcode type that you are using. As Chris says, if you have a text
> editor open and you scan a barcode the number should appear, and if so,
> the scanner will 'send' to Koha.
> It is a good idea to test some 'used' barcodes if you have any, to see
> whether the scanner can read scuffed or slightly wrinkled ones
> successfully.
> Most scanners are capable of reading several barcode types - there are
> many, and the specification should list the ones it can read. You may
> need to adjust settings slightly, such as prefix and suffix characters,
> or whether you want to send an 'enter' character or not.
> We use Unitech, Symbol, and Metrologic. You should be able to find some
> models for under 100 pounds.
> One more tip - some can be set 'always on' and may come with a stand,
> some have triggers under the handle, some have buttons on top, some are
> held like a pen. Think about the staff working position before choosing,
> as a button in the wrong place can be very awkward to use.
>
> Good hunting!
> Agnes
>
> Doug Kingston wrote:
>> I am helping a small library to implement Koha here in London.  I am
>> looking for recommendations for simple handheld scanners that
>> integrate easily with Koha's web interface approach.
>>
>> -Doug-
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