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What is the maximum length cable to transmit valid data through scanner?

April 26, 2017cable Data LENGTH maximum scanner transmit valid

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What is the maximum length cable to transmit valid data through scanner?

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For keyboard wedge model, on typical PC, the distance is about 9 feet. For RS232, EIA standard is 50 feet, WA is typically offers 9 feet or 15 feet. On Wand Emulation model, it is 7 feet or 15 feet. To use with scanner beyond the typical rande, please call or email us for possible solutions. Back to Scanner & Badge Readers FAQs Index Q. What is Postamble? A: In some cases, you may want to add character(s) trailing the bar code symbol scanned in and send to the host computer, we call this Postamble. Please follow the steps in the programming menu for this function. Q. What is Preamble? A: In some cases, you may want to add character(s) in front of the bar code symbol scanned and send to the host computer, we call this Preamble. Please follow the steps in the programming menu for this function. Q. Do I need a power supply? A: The need for power supply depends on the host machine. For regular PC, if scanner is keyboard wedge interface, then you do not need power supply; but if scanner com