Do barcode readers work with Knowledgeone K1?
In short, Yes. There are two main types of barcode readers – fixed and portable. Knowledgeone Corporation recommends the Datalogic Heron, Touch 65/90 and Gryphon fixed barcode readers. Fixed readers need to be connected to your PC to work. These are also sometimes called “keyboard substitute” readers. (Note: you can also get wireless “keyboard substitute” readers). Fixed readers emulate a computer keyboard – so that any barcode you scan is “typed” just as it would if you manually typed the barcode number using your keyboard. The Datalogic Formula 734-E reader is recommended as a portable reader. These readers are stand-alone units, which are in fact small computers. They don’t need to be connected to a PC and can be used anywhere (even in another state if the battery remains charged). These units run software which collects data and then transmits this data to the applicable software. The software must be specifically developed for the application which it is intended to be used with.
