Automatic Identification (Auto ID) Training

Microscan provides on-demand training presentations and materials on barcodes and 2D symbols and their uses, as well as symbol verification and more.

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Bar Codes 101 Training

Intro to Linear Bar Codes

Provides a general introduction to bar codes and how they function. Also includes an overview of popular linear symbologies as well as their advantages and disadvantages.

Guidelines for Creating Good Bar Codes

Covers 5 important guidelines to help you achieve 100% data integrity from your data capture system.

Intro to PDF417

Provides an overview of the symbology, how it differs from linear codes, and the advantages and limitations it brings to an application.

Intro to GS1 Databar (formerly RSS)

Provides an overview of the symbology's benefits and the various options available to users.

Intro to Data Matrix

Provides a general introduction to the 2D matrix symbol Data Matrix as well as some of, the benefits and the drawbacks of using the symbology.

Assessing Your Application

Covers the six most important questions to ask yourself about your application before you invest in a fixed-mount scanner.

10 Ways Bar Codes Can Improve Your Business

Demonstrates how bar codes can streamline operations and improve overall efficiency.

Bar Code Basics

An overview of fixed-mount bar code scanners: how they work, what they can and can't do, and how they can meet your specific requirements.

Symbol Quality Verification Training

Introduction to ISO/IEC 15415 Specification

The presentation will provide you with an overview of the ISO/IEC 15415 symbol quality evaluation parameters.

Introduction to the AS9132 Specification

The presentation will provide you with an overview of the AS9132 symbol quality evaluation parameters.

Factors That Determine Symbol Readability

How to recognize and create the best quality symbol.

Sweeping Raster Reading of Multiple Barcode Labels using the MS-890

Demonstration of long range reading using the MS-890 scanner reading multiple 1D codes from a six foot distance. The MS-890's extended read range and intelligent sweeping raster provide robust reading of both linear bar codes and stacked symbologies.

Direct Part Marking and Other Topics

Tracking 2D Code on Aero-Engine Parts

An aero-engine manufacturer reads 2D dot peen codes on engine parts with the MS-Q handled imager.

Dot Peen on Brake Parts

A tier 1 automotive supplier reads dot peen 2D codes for work-in-progress of antilock brake components.

Determining Optimal Mark Placement

Guidelines for selecting the best location for marking the symbol.

Selecting Marking Methods for DPM Applications

An overview of marking methods and guidelines for selecting the best one for your application.

UID Format Verification

Learn how to verify the UID code format and construct the UID number.

How to Read Tough 2D Codes

Helpful guidelines for reading 2D codes directly marked onto low contrast and highly reflective or textured surfaces.

Mobile Hawk DPM Imager Reads Any Direct Part Marks

This two-minute video shows Microscan's Mobile Hawk DPM Imager quickly and easily reading over twenty different direct part marks.

Case Studies

Consistent traceability of PCBs guaranteed with Data Matrix symbols

Learn how to guarantee consistent traceability of the PCBs with Data Matrix.

Bar Code Readers Increase WIP Visibility for Industrial Appliance Manufacturer

Learn how a successful operation of the production process rests on the quality of the symbol
used to identify the product and the bar code readers used to decode it.

Error-Proofing Food Packaging Processes

End of Line verification solutions use barcode readers, such as the QX Hawk imager, to detect incorrect labels and stop immediately the assembly line, providing extra security to the packing operation.

Microscan helps Laser Devices hit its target for UID marking

Learn what assistance do military and law enforcement personnel use aiming assistance to make their
weapons more accurate.

Data Matrix symbols help cut waste and save time

Learn how Data Matrix is helping Biosite to reduce waste, save time, and save lives when every minute counts.

MS-860 Scanning AIAG Shipping Labels

Learn how to read multiple bar codes without slowing the production line.

Bar Codes on Specimen Tubes

Learn what bar code scanner do manufacturer of automated clinical diagnostic use to track the location of specimen tubes.

Automatic Verification of Lottery Tickets

Learn how do manufacturers automate lottery kiosks by embedding a bar code reader inside.

Automated Pallet Tracking for Monitoring Packaging & Distribution

Learn what fixed bar code readers are used for an automated pallet tracking.

High Speed Data Matrix Application

A leading manufacturer of document processing equipment needed to integrate a Data Matrix reader into their equipment to accommodate customers who use Data Matrix as their control code.