1. TC52x/TC52x-HC/TC57x Product Reference Guide
  2. Data Capture
  3. Scanning with Internal Imager
  • TC52x/TC52x-HC/TC57x Touch Computer Product Reference Guide
Scanning with Internal Imager

Scanning with Internal Imager

Use the internal imager to capture barcode data.
To read a barcode, a scan-enabled app is required. The device contains the DataWedge app that allows the user to enable the scanner to decode barcode data and display the barcode content.
Imager decoding usually occurs instantaneously. The device repeats the steps required to take a digital picture (image) of a poor or difficult barcode as long as the scan button remains pressed.
To scan with the internal imager:
  1. Ensure that an application is open on the device and a text field is in focus (text cursor in text field).
  2. Point the exit window of the device at a barcode.
    TC52x/TC57x Imager Scanning
    scanning with internal imager
    TC52x-HC Imager Scanning
  3. Press and hold the scan button.
    On the TC52x/TC57x, the red laser aiming pattern with red aiming dot turns on to assist in aiming.
    On the TC52x-HC, the white laser aiming pattern with green aiming dot turns on to assist in aiming.
  4. Ensure the barcode is within the area formed by the aiming pattern. The aiming dot is used for increased visibility in bright lighting conditions.
  5. Aiming Pattern
    Pick List Mode with Multiple Barcodes
    When the device is in Pick List Mode, the device does not decode the barcode until the center of the crosshair touches the barcode.
    The Data Capture LED light green and a beep sounds, by default, to indicate the barcode was decoded successfully.
  6. Release the trigger.
    The barcode content data appears in the text field.