Socket Delivers Industry’s First Cordless Bar Code Scanner with ‘Fuzzy Logic’
Socket Communications, Inc., the Mobile Connection(TM) Company, announced the industry’s first cordless laser bar code scanner with ultra-high performance Fuzzy Logic scanning that enables easy reading of damaged, poorly printed and hard-to-read bar codes. The Cordless Hand Scanner combines the power of laser bar code scanning technology with the convenience of Bluetooth(R) Wireless Technology in a single compact, light-weight product that has the maximum possible cordless range. This unique device enables a wide range of current and future scanning applications, such as medication administration, pharmaceutical inventory control, electronic medical record control, and other mobile data-collection activities.
“Today, bar code scanning is the most efficient way to collect data from a mobile computer and is 50 times faster and 10,000 times more accurate than manual data entry,” said Jack Brandon, Socket’s senior business manager for scanner products. “With the addition of Fuzzy Logic technology in our cordless scanners, customers can be confident in capturing information from even the most difficult to read bar codes.”
The Cordless Hand Scanner is the latest addition to Socket’s existing scanner product line, all supported by Socket’s proprietary SocketScan(TM) keyboard emulation software and software developer’s kit (SDK). Accordingly, hundreds of Socket’s registered developers can immediately take advantage of this new cordless scanner without changing their existing applications.
The new scanner has the ability to automatically enter scanned data into Windows, Palm or Symbian applications on a PDA, mobile phone, laptop or desktop up to 300 feet away — all without the hassle of cables or the awkwardness of a protruding antenna. It supports all popular bar code symbologies including UPC/EAN/JAN, Code 39, Code 128 and RSS-14 and is 2005 Sunrise Date compliant. The device uses minimal power, so it can be operated for hours without having to recharge batteries. Additionally, a stylus tip built into the device handle allows the scanner to double as a stylus for PDAs and other touch screen devices.
Pricing and Availability
Socket’s Cordless Hand Scanner is compatible with Pocket PC 2003 devices and is scheduled for first customer shipments on June 25, 2004, through Socket’s website (www.socketcom.com ) and through Socket’s worldwide distribution channels. The product will be available for use with Windows XP/XP Tablet, Palm OS v5.0 and later, and Symbian OS devices on August 31, 2004. The product comes in two configurations:
— CX2800-489, Class 1 laser, for an estimated MSRP of $649
— CX2802-491, Class 2 laser, for an estimated MSRP of $699
About Socket
Socket Communications, Inc., the Mobile Connection(TM) Company, provides the broadest range of connectivity products for mobile computers, focusing on handhelds including Windows Mobile-based Pocket PCs, Windows CE devices, Palm PDAs and mobile phones. Socket’s Mobility Friendly(TM) products are feature-rich while promoting ease of use and lead the market with the smallest footprint and the most Battery Friendly(R) power consumption in their class. Socket’s Embedded Systems Group provides solutions using mobilityIC(TM) interface chips, KwikBlue(TM) modules with embedded Bluetooth wireless technology and a family of data collection products. Socket is headquartered in Newark, California and can be reached at 510-744-2700 or www.socketcom.com .
Socket and Battery Friendly are registered trademarks of Socket Communications, Inc. The Mobile Connection Company, Mobility Friendly, and KwikBlue are trademarks of Socket Communications, Inc. The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Socket Communications, Inc. is under license. All other trademarks and trade names contained herein may be those of their respective owners.
