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Version: 5.6

Barcode Scanner Plug-in

The following properties can be set in the configuration of the scanner plug-in for a barcode reader:

PropertyDescription
NameAny name under which this device appears in the connection configuration.
Scanner TypeChoose between serial and TCP barcode scanners.

Connection settings for serial barcode scanners

PropertyDescription
COM PortEnter the COM port for communication with the barcode reader.
Baud rateSelect a baud rate. Specifies how often a signal changes state in a communication channel.
Data bitsSpecify how many data bits are to be transmitted.
ParitySelect a parity from the drop-down menu. E.g., Even, Mark, Space
Stop bitsSpecify how many stop bits are required.
Flow controlSelect how the data flow is to be controlled. E.g., Software, Hardware

Connection settings TCP barcode scanner

PropertyDescription
IPEnter the IP address of your TCP barcode scanner.
PortEnter the port of your TCP barcode scanner.
KeepaliveSends a bit to signal that it is still accessible.
Msg SeparatorWhich terminator should be used to separate messages.