Opticon 25-WEDGE-04 - Manual (Page 6)

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Wedge Interface
The Opticon smart wand has built-in intelligence to
connect directly to a personal computer without
the need for a separate decoder box. Scanned bar
codes appear to the computer as if the data was
typed into the keyboard. Normal operation of the
keyboard is unaffected. The wedge interface is
compatible with virtually any application program
accepting keyboard input.
Advantages
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Low cost – no separate decoder box required
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No special software installation or technical
support required
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Same communication signal format as key-
board
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Simple installation
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No external power supply
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Full featured bar code menu offers user
flexibility
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Uses existing keyboard type