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The Datalogic Gryphon I GM4100 Base Station is now available in a model with Counterfeit Money/ID Document detection. Both the 433 MHz and 910 MHz models are available with this new and unique capability.

This solution will offer the same features as the standard Gryphon GM4010 Base Station, plus it will provide a simple solution to verify authenticity of Bank Notes and ID Documents, as well as the ability to detect a variety of key identifiers on any currency or document.

Benefits of the improved base station include:

• Saving the cost of a separate device
• Saves counter space
• Electronic detection for counterfeit currency

Using this new feature is very simple: a button located on the base station turns on the UV LEDs. Operators should then hold the item to be verified under the LED lights to ensure that the special fluorescent marks becomes visible. The LEDs are set to switch off automatically after approximately 2 minutes. By pressing the button a second time within 10 seconds will keep the UV LEDs lit for an indefinite period of time. To turn them off, simply press the button again.

BC4010-BK-910-CF is the part number for the new Gryphon I GM4100 base station.

Datalogic Scanning is proud to announce the availability of the Gryphonâ„¢ GBT4100 Imager, the newest member of the highly acclaimed Gryphon family of Datalogic general purpose handheld scanners. This linear imager brings robust mobility to the retail, healthcare, banking, and light industrial markets.

The Gryphon GBT4100 reader is suitable for many applications and demanding working environments by virtue of its enhanced IP52 environmental rating, drop resistance up to 1.8m/ 5.9 ft, and batch mode retention of up to 1200 scanned bar codes. Both automatic and manual batch modes are available. As in all Gryphon family members, the Datalogic patented ‘Green Spot’ technology is present in this new offering, providing good read feedback, and silent scanning in noisy environments. The available two-position cradle allows for hands-free scanning, as well as ‘Scan-While-Charging’ capabilities, both enhancing scanning experiences within the various retail markets. A performance that excels is supported by the maximum reading resolution, excellent scan speed, and long Li-lon battery. Increased productivity and return on investment are enhanced by the superior radio range of 30m/ 99 ft when connected to a base station, remote host downloads, point-to-point and multi-point seven device configurations and a three year warranty.

Gryphon I GBT4100 – Key Features

• Bluetooth® Wireless Technology providing 30m/99 ft. radio range when hosted through a base station; installation and management flexibility.
• Enhanced field of view, covers more applications using wider bar codes.
• Increased productivity and efficiency through reading speeds 325 scan/sec., unmatched in its competitive marketplace.
• Retention of up to 1200 scanned bar codes when scanned outside of radio range ensured by batch modes both automatic and manual.
• Scan-while-charging / Hands-free reading capability found in the two-positioned cradle, which also provides the ability to configure the workspace in the most ergonomic way.
• Robust scanning action in dusty and moist environments through the increased IP52 environmental protection rating protecting system investment.
• ‘Leash Mode’ audible signal, and the ‘Find Me’ paging button offers investment protection.
• Ensuring good read feedback with the presence of the unmatched Datalogic Scanning patented ‘Green Spot’ technology.
• 2 Multi Interface Models- USB, RS-232,Keyboard Wedge and Wand Emulation or IBM 46XX, USB and RS232.
• Installation and maintenance simplified through the Datalogic Aladdinâ„¢ Configuration Software.
• 2150mA Lithium-lon battery packs allowing for operating autonomy up to 33,000 cycles.
• Covers any POS applications now and in the future through GS1 DataBarâ„¢ reading capability.
• Solid state linear imaging technology Improves ROI with improved cost of ownership.
• Long range reading capability – up to 60.0 cm/ 23 in on 100% EAN/UPC (13 mils).
• Lightweight ergonomic form reduces operator’s fatigue.
• 3 year warranty.
• USB Compliance

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Datalogic Scanning is excited to announce the Gryphonâ„¢ L GD4300 laser scanner as the latest member to join Datalogic Scanning’s renowned Gryphon family of general purpose handheld scanners. Datalogic Scanning acknowledges the demands by the data capture marketplace call for technological advancements that offer cost effectiveness, high productivity and strong return on investments as the global economy evolves.

The Gryphon L GD4300 reader is a high performance laser scanner that offers a robust ergonomic scanning design, making it a reader of choice for various data capture vertical markets. Datalogic’s Aladdinâ„¢ software configuration tool is available at no extra cost, and improves the reader’s installation and maintenance. The return on investment (ROI) is enhanced through remote host downloads, lowering service costs and improving operations and the 5-year factory warranty. The Datalogic patented ‘Green Spot’ Technology not only assures good read feedback, but also improves scanning efficiency in noisy environments by providing soundless scanning. This scanner is USB compliant, and offers two multi-interface models that increase its versatility within the differing markets.

Gryphon L GD4300 Reader – Key Features:

• Aggressive reading performance of over 100 scans/second
• Datalogic patented Green Spot Technology for good read feedback
• GS1 DataBarâ„¢ reading capabilities covering present and future POS applications
• Lightweight and ergonomic design which helps reduce operator fatigue
• Excellent depth-of-field of over 47.0 cm/19.0 in. (testing done with a 100% UPC, Grade A label)
• Drop resistance of 1.8 m/5.9 ft.
• IP52 Environmental rating offering protection for use in dusty and moist environments
• Multi-interface solutions with the most popular interfaces
• Datalogic’s Aladdin software configuration included at no additional cost
• Remote host download capability
• USB certified kits available
• 5-year factory warranty

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The Challenge
After considering the use of a bar code system for many years, Hilti finally decided to take the plunge when the company introduced its new business system, SAP. Though there were many reasons for investing in this system, Lasse Liffner, Hilti’s service manager, stated, “the primary reason we wanted to introduce bar code technology is for the high level of accuracy, which is vital to our business.”

Bar code technology was the right answer for Hilti due to the sheer volume of service repairs the company completes annually. Hilti performs about 30,000 services/repairs per year and the entire repair process from receipt of complaint to customer delivery generally takes only three days. Therefore, it was critical for Hilti to utilize a bar code system that was capable of handling their fast pace and improve their processes.

The Solution
Hilti chose a Datalogic solution consisting of bar code readers and mobile computers. The bar code system would be used in the service center, where the system would track the product through its different phases of repair. They selected Datalogic scanning’s Powerscan PM8300 reader for its cordless capabilities and its display which indicates a Good Read confirmation. Lasse stated, “We also chose this particular scanner because of its durability. It is at home in rugged environments and has even fallen to the floor many times without breaking.”

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The Challenge
Errors in pharmaceutical reordering are documented sources of negligence in the healthcare industry and can lead to patient endangerment and malpractice suits for healthcare facilities, physicians, and pharmaceutical companies. Despite this reality, many healthcare environments still use a traditional reordering system. Traditional reordering occurs when a nurse discovers a patient’s medication is below a specific level, pulls off the reorder sticker and then faxes the sticker to a pharmacy. These stickers not only ‘gum up’ the customer’s fax machine, but transmit unclear information to the Medicine Centre’s pharmaceutical staff.

The inherent problems of using this traditional method are clear; not only are there substantial opportunities for data capture and transmission errors, but an inefficient use of valuable resources. According to Justin Funk, the Medicine Centre’s Vice President of Information Technology, “We wanted a solution to completely eliminate opportunities for error and to save customers time on the ordering process by reducing inefficiencies on both ends that come from a traditional reordering system.”

The Solution
Funk determined that a wireless bar code system and a tailored software application in concert would facilitate a quick, error-free reordering process. In order to be successful, the Medicine Centre needed to find a barcode scanner that met the following criteria:

• Cordless with long range capabilities
• Highly durable and capable of surviving drops to floor surfaces
• Reliable and intuitive for any nurse to use
• Centralized, 99.9% up time (regardless of power and internet outages)

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The Challenge
Heiderbeck was using an outdated data collection system to track and update thousands of products in its inventory. Heiderbeck specifically used a manual recording system, in which warehouse employees would print out inventory lists, make hand-written adjustments and then give the lists to other employees for updating purposes.

Without a modern automatic identification system, Heiderbeck was vulnerable to errors and data inaccuracies. After the merger between the two companies Heider and Beck, Heiderbeck decided it was time to invest in an efficient inventory tracking solution. They found the answer in an automatic identification system, which utilizes bar code scanners and customized software for product tracking.

The Solution
By choosing an automatic identification system, Heiderbeck would be equipped to facilitate a real-time inventory record, be able to write off spoiled and damaged goods and create more operational efficiencies. Automatic identification also produces a very low error rate and ensures data is available at all times, which is especially important in monitoring and updating ‘date sensitive’ product inventories.

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DMG (De Mandemakers Groep) recently opened a new warehouse in Haven Zeven (Waalwijk, the Netherlands). the new facility is 43.000 m2 wide with a 15.000 m2 office area.

DMG has several activities. Among them, DMG purchases, stores and sends kitchen furniture, cabinets, appliances and parts for well-known European home stores. Mandemakers Keukens, Brugman Keukens & Badkamers, Keukenconcurrent, Wooning Keuken & Badkamers, Montel, sanders Meubelstad and Piet Klerkx are all known examples of DMG’s customers database.

The Challenge
The new warehouse contains a lot of kitchen equipment and parts! To optimize logistics operations, the warehouse has 50 loading docks.

DMG contacted a Datalogic scanning Quality Partner to study their equipment needs. DMG needed to track and trace incoming and outgoing goods, and improve stock management, using bar code readers in the new warehouse.

When Mr. Peter van Leijden and Mr. van der Snoek’s of DMG requested help, they realized a complete audit of all processes would be required to understand and identify DMG’s real needs and provide them with the right bar code scanning solution.

When goods are received in the warehouse, they are temporarily stocked and then delivered to the customer according to each order.

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Retail Technology Review recently posted a review of the Datalogic Memor mobile computer.

So, if you are looking for a reliable, secure device that is feature rich and more than capable of satisfying all your core data capture and communications requirements in store and in the field, we recommend you further investigate this highly compelling new offering from Datalogic.

The Datalogic Magellan 1100i barcode scanner is a new, improved version of the Magellan 1000i scanner utilizing the latest in imaging technology to achieve new levels in performance, features and value.

Perfect for convenience store, drug store, specialty store and other medium volume scanning applications, the Magellan 1100i scanner provides unique features including:

• The patented Green Spot good read indicator
• llumixâ„¢ intelligent illumination technology
• A true 360° targeted scanning for close proximity bar codes.
• Faster reading performance on all 1D and 2D barcodes.

Datalogic Scanning Announces the Magellan 1100i Omni-Directional Imaging Bar Code Scanner

Introducing Illumix, a new intelligent illumination technology

Datalogic Scanning, the global leader in point-of-sale bar code scanning, is pleased to announce the latest enhancement to the renowned Magellan family of high performance scanners, the Magellan 1100i bar code reader. This innovative imager demonstrates each of the three primary Magellan brand attributes – high performance, exceptional reliability, and distinct value. The Magellan 1100i imager represents the second generation offering of the world’s first imaging based presentation scanner, the highly successful Magellan™ 1000i imager.

The Magellan 1100i reader is designed with a very compact form factor, the latest solid state electronics and innovative imaging technology that allow it to scan the most challenging bar codes in traditionally harsh retail checkout environments. A major result of this advanced technology is the aggressive data collection of 1D and 2D bar codes and the ability to be used as either a presentation or sweep mode reader. This ability to read almost any bar code and its small footprint, make it a natural fit for scanning applications found in convenience, specialty and drug stores.

Emerging trends in Retail Mobile Commerce require businesses to accept e-coupons, admission tickets and boarding passes being presented on the displays of cell phones or PDA’s. The Magellan 1100i imager introduces Datalogic’s new Illumix™ intelligent illumination technology which enables the ability to read bar codes from backlit displays found in mobile phones, PDA’s, PDT’s etc. This feature not only supports fast paced consumer lifestyles, but also “green” initiatives to go paperless.

For the first time in a Magellan line product, Datalogic’s patented ‘Green Spot’ technology is available when ordering this reader. In small, noisy workspaces it can prove to be difficult to hear the “beep” of a scan. The ‘Green Spot’ technology provides additional visual good read feedback to the user right on the item being read.

“Datalogic Scanning continues to offer value to our customers in products that exceed their data capture needs for today, while anticipating the demands of the marketplace in the future,” states Matt Schler, General Manager, Fixed Retail for Datalogic Scanning. “We are happy to be able to add this new innovative imager to our world leading Magellan line of high performance retail scanners.”

More information on Datalogic’s page