Seeing that the barcode scanner isn't very strong, would it be possible to purchase a separate scanner and hook it up to the machine?
2030445
I never saw the need to replace my scanner. It works fine every time and all the time. You simply have to put the scanner close to the barcode. I use it seven days a week without fail. Even barcodes under plastic wrap scan just fine. In my opinion, there is no need to replace the scanner at all. This is from real experience. I know it is sometimes confusing on which review to believe. I have been using this register daily for almost seven months now, without a glitch. Great product. Great price. Great find.
2030446
I don't believe so. But what I did find is if I took the scanner apart, and cleaned the glass, it worked fine.
2030447
I tried replacing the scanner with an orbital one, and I must have spent about 4 hours trying all kinds of programming combinations (the 'obvious' ones suggested by the scanner manufacturer did not work), and I never got any scans to go through. The scanner would beep, but it seems the speed the transmission to the cash register were too high, so it never picked it up. Plugged the original one back in, and I have been using it ever since. Make sure, if you do go ahead with this, that the scanner you get is an RS232 compatible (direct plug or adapter). I have since decided to purchase a full POS system and was waiting for the slow season to implement it. The money you save is just not worth the trouble you get with this archaic system...
2030448
Its not all that bad, we have not tried adding another scanner, but not all barcodes scan properly.
2030449
We've been using the scanner that came with the register, and we have several thousand barcoded items loaded in. I have not had any problems with its function, but you do need to hold the scanner close to the barcode and give it time to pick up, a second or so. Some items with wrinkled wrappers where the code is may need a little work, but I haven't run across any items that wouldn't scan at all.
2030450
Yes, you can. Cash Registers Online sells much more powerful scanners, and programs them to work with the Sharp XE_507. I purchased one from them, and the difference is like night and day.
2030451
My mgr elected not to use the scanner so I can't answer your question. Sorry. Other than that, it's been a very reliable and fairly easy to use machine so far. Regards, Ric
2030452
I'm having a problem with mine picking up codes all the time, I'm searching for a new scanner to use
2030453
Not exactly sure yet. It is serving our needs at this point in the retail store we are running. Look us up on facebook. Bierhaus brewing... So far this little register is like the little engine that could.
1520580
No. Scanner is marginal and only scans single pages. Scanner is in the trash.
1258457
There are 2 ways. Use the software that came with the printer. Just press the scan button on the printer.
1610988
No, that is a separate item. However, a universal 9v power supply will do the trick. I highly recommend this scanner. It is very easy to program and a lot more user friendly than the Bearcat scanners.
1265892
I do know there are different setup barcodes you can scan for different setups. Double check and Try to rescan the setup barcode again. It will not hurt to scan the same setup code several times. After the scan wait a minute and power it down and back up. Maybe this will help.
1964094
I have not found a way to do it or an accessory to buy. If anyone has had any success, please post it. I would very much like to scan my negatives. Thanks.
619285
I don't know, I don't use the software. Software comes with the scanner, you might try that first and see how that works for you.
358288
No. This scanner will only read 2D barcodes...like a UPC symbol on a box of cereal at the grocery store. You will need a 3D barcode scanner to read those kinds of codes.
251480
Since you asked the question, you are not prepared to program this scanner. The comments made by Al Buterol on 4/7/2014 are right on target. Go one step further and purchase it from the vendor fully programmed for your area of use. Good luck.
1347104
the scanner itself is not the issue, but rather you must have some knowledge of scanning software. Any scanning software that you like can be used with this. You can scan from photo software, video software etc. It has nothing to do with this particlular scanner. With any scanner that you buy, you will have to learn how to use scanning software.
413503
All this scanner does is convert the barcode into a string of numbers, there is no software in it, it works the way a keyboard types numbers in. It will only work on a device with a USB port such as a computer.
1777031
I haven't hooked it up to a printer, scanner or combo.. but would think any modern one that is Mac compatible would work. It also has to be compatible with your system software which should be Mountain Lion. If you find a printer or scanner you like just contact the company for compatibility. :)
133208
I have not yet succeeded how to scan directly, but I believe it can be done... the usb stick works very nicely though...i keep it plugged into the printer all the time, then when i scan something, i just move it over to my iMac and upload it ! that way i have whatever i've scanned backed up on the "stick" and in my computer.
2240068
Just tried this - you do not have to connect it to a computer to only make copies. However, seems like it might be a waste to use this machine for only one function - it's nice to have the scanner and printer capabilities.
403352
No! Here's a link to Honeywell page that cross-references scanners with supported barcode types. https://www.honeywellaidc.com/Permanent/Symbologies.pdf
176877
This particular scanner does not have that kind of ability. The only one that we can think of that does is the VuPoint Magic Wand Portable Scanner with Auto-Feed Dock (prod # PDS-ST450-VP).
5648
We using Square stand in our optical store. Also you can connect bar code scanner.