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Barcode Scanner Plug-in

You can configure the following properties in the scanner plug-in settings for a barcode reader:

PropertyDescription
NameAny name under which this device appears in the Flow project 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 in a communication channel changes state
Data BitsSpecify how many data bits should be transmitted.
ParitySelect a parity setting from the drop-down menu. E.g., Even, Mark, Space
Stop BitsSpecify how many stop bits are required.
Flow ControlSelect how the data flow should be controlled. E.g., Software, Hardware

TCP Barcode Scanner Connection Settings

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 reachable.
Msg SeparatorWhich terminator should be used to separate messages.