Presentation and countertop scanners for reading barcodes without holding the reader, with the Datalogic Magellan family and other brands such as Zebra, Unitech and Star Micronics. Designed for checkouts, self-service and stations with a heavy flow of items.
A presentation scanner stays fixed and reads the code when the item passes in front of its window, leaving both of the cashier's hands free. The collection is dominated by the Datalogic Magellan: the 1500i 2D with RS-232, the 3650VSi and 3670VSi series with wall or counter mounting, the 3710HSi and 3750HSi, with sapphire or tin oxide platters, and the 9550i and 9900i, with scale options.
The variants differ in platter type, interface (USB, RS-232 or keyboard), power supply and the presence of an auxiliary (AUX) port for connecting a backup handheld reader.
They are the usual solution in supermarkets and grocery shops, and also in pharmacies, bookshops, petrol stations and self-service points. In service environments they make it possible to read tickets, coupons and cards with an on-screen code, without the employee having to aim a reader.
The presentation scanner stays fixed and the product is passed in front of it; the handheld one is held and aimed at the code. Many checkouts combine both for bulky items.
2D imaging models usually read on-screen coupons and tickets; 1D laser readers do not always manage it. Check the model datasheet.
It integrates a scale to weigh the product and read its code in a single step. For sale to the public, the scale must comply with current metrology regulations.
Via USB, RS-232 or keyboard interface, depending on the part number. Choose the version with the interface your POS supports.
