CCD Barcode Readers

CCD scanners are available with both USB and keyboard wedge connections. USB scanners will work on any computer with a USB port. Typically no drivers or software installation is required. Keyboard wedge scanners connect in between your keyboard and your computer. Again no software installation is required. Most wedge scanners are for IBM PCs only but there are some Mac keyboard wedge scanners available. As keyboard wedge scanners plug into the keyboard port of your computer, they may not work with some laptops.

Scanning is simple. Just aim the scanner at the bar code and press the button. The scanner provides both audible and visual indicators of a successful scan.

This is my favorite type of bar code reader. Installation couldn't be simpler.

There is no physical contact between the book and the bar code reader so there is no danger of damaging or scoring the cover. They are accurate and reliable.

Specific Models

ID Tech EconoScan CCD Barcode Scanner. This scanner is a great deal, USB and keyboard wedge versions available.

You do need to configure the EconoScan barcode reader for use with Readerware products. Download and print the Readerware Configuration Page. Then simply work your way down the page and scan each barcode. That's it, the EconoScan is now configured for use with all Readerware products. This is an Acrobat® document.