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On this page your questions regarding the optional POS hardware that you may use with the Video Vision range are addressed - all hardware should be obtained directly from the manufacturer or an authorized supplier.

Barcodes, Receipts, Photo Capture, Cash Drawers and Touchscreens are all covered here, but if there is anything you would like to know that is not discussed, please get in contact and we will be more than happy to assist you.


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BARCODES



Reading Barcodes In Video Vision Lite And Video Vision Plus

Video Vision Lite and Video Vision Plus allow (but do not require) the reading of barcodes in all relevant data input sections of the program.

Reading barcodes requires a barcode scanner. When connected to your computer the scanner decodes the barcode and passes the information to the computer in the same way that keystrokes are received from your computer's keyboard - Video Vision Lite and Video Vision Plus therefore simply receive data identically to how it would arrive from a really fast typist. This means that once the scanner is in place no extra configuration of the program is needed.

Good information on the types of scanner can be found at csensors.com, although knowledge of some technical terms is assumed.



Whilst most quality brand barcode scanners can be used with Video Vision, Vision Forecasting recommends ZBA, Inc. (previously known as ZEBEX America, Inc.) barcode scanners for use with Video Vision - ZBA produces an excellent range of scanners which are durable and provide excellent reading performance.

ZBA Scanners are used in the development of the Video Vision range and thus, in tests, have given reliable results in the reading of all barcodes produced by Video Vision Plus with a variety of hardware configurations. In tests the ZBA Scanners used were even able to scan barcodes printed with budget priced Inkjet printers.

The scanners may be purchased at special prices for Video Vision users - please mention Video Vision when contacting ZBausa to ensure that this special discount is applied to your purchase.

ZB-8110

This excellent value for money CCD barcode scanner features:
  • Durable and ergonomically designed
  • High intensity aiming line
  • Good read LED indicator and tone programmable beeper
  • Built-in decoder allows automatic recognition and decoding of most popular barcode symbologies
  • Scanning speed 50 scans/sec
  • Scan Width up to 80mm
  • 6ft (2m) cable length
  • Available with USB or PS2 interface

version shown features hands-free stand

ZB-8150 Long Range CCD Scanner

The durable and ergonomically designed ZB-8150 scans from touch to 200mm and is reputedly the best-valued handheld scanner in its class and features:
  • Durable and ergonomically designed
  • High intensity aiming line
  • Scanning speed 200 scans/sec.
  • Good read LED indicator and tone programmable beeper
  • Built-in decoder allows automatic recognition and decoding of most popular barcode symbologies
  • Reading distance of 0-300mm
  • Scanning speed 200 scans/sec.
  • Available with USB or PS2 interface
  • Optional adjustable hands free stand


Printing Barcodes In Video Vision Plus

The Video Vision Plus barcode modules allow you to print your own barcodes.

These module can work with labels of various sizes with standard Avery (or any equivalent brand) 30 to a page address labels being recommended as these are easily available (Staples, Office Depot and other office supplies stores generally have them in stock at all times) and are a good size for the barcode.

Use of the modules is simple - all that you need to do is enter a list/range of barcodes that you wish to print and, after a on-screen preview, the barcodes are sent to your printer in the pre-configured layout.

The module is designed so that it can be used with a regular desktop printer without the need to purchase a specialist barcode printer. However, versions 8.2 of Video Vision Plus and above also feature functionality to allow use of a specialist barcode printer should this be preferred. At this time no specific brand/model of barcode printer is recommended.


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RECEIPTS

Printing Receipts In Video Vision Lite And Video Vision Plus

Video Vision Plus and Video Vision Lite have flexible options for receipt configuration and includes several formats for use with a range of printers.

Receipt options may be configured by using the Video Vision receipts wizard. The wizard allows configuration of most aspects of the receipt format and allows a very personalized receipt to be produced.

The recommended receipt printer for use with Video Vision is the Epson TM-T88II or the Epson TM-T88III. For more information and links to suppliers of this printer, please visit the Epson site.



Epson TM-T88III Receipt Printer

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CASH DRAWERS

Using a Cash Drawer With Video Vision Plus

The standard way to use a cash drawer in a POS system is either to connect the drawer to your receipt printer (see above) or to your computer's serial/parallel port.

When using a drawer with a receipt printer interface, almost all receipt printers will trigger standard cash drawers from a quality manufacturer if the drawer has the correct interface - please check with the respective manufacturers for full compatibility details.

Due to the ease of configuration within Video Vision Plus, Vision Forecasting recommends use of a cash drawer with an Epson printer interface alongside an Epson TM Series receipt printer. No specific drawer manufacturer is recommended as the program communicates with the drawer via the printer rather than directly.



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FINGERPRINT READERS

The recommended fingerprint reader for use with Video Vision Fingerprint Recognition Module is the Microsoft Fingerprint Reader. Other readers may also be used but are not officially supported - please get in contact for a list of compatible readers should you wish to use an alternate device.



Microsoft Fingerprint Reader
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CUSTOMER DISPLAYS

The recommended customer displays for use with Video Vision Plus are those from the Epson DM-110/210 series.



Epson DM-110/210 Series Customer Displays
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PHOTO CAPTURE

Capturing Photos in Video Vision Plus

In order to capture customer photos in Video Vision Plus all you will need is a web cam. All good quality web cams when correctly installed should work with the Video Vision Plus Capture module. All cameras by reputable brands such as Creative and Logitech should give good results.




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NUMERIC KEYPADS

Requesting a customer PIN in Video Vision Plus

Video Vision Plus optionally allows you to require customers to enter a personal PIN number in order to be able to complete their transaction. Numeric keypads are a relatively standard piece of equipment and any reputable brand (e.g. Belkin) is recommended.



Belkin USB numeric keypad

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TOUCHSCREENS

Using touch screen technology with Video Vision

Video Vision InStore can be used with a mouse however customer experience will be maximized when a touchscreen monitor is used.

Whilst a keyboard is needed for a number of tasks within Video Vision Plus, most of the standard rental and return transactions can be done using a touch screen. Staff with lower levels of computer knowledge often find this type of technology easier/faster to use than a mouse and keyboard.

The touch screen monitor recommended for use with Video Vision products in the 3M MicroTouch M150.


3M MicroTouch M150

Alternatively if your budget permits, the ultimate way to use Video Vision InStore is with a kiosk terminal. Most manufacturer's kiosks should be compatible with InStore and no specific manufacturer/model is currently recommended.



Disclaimer

Vision Forecasting presents the information "as is" as a service to its customers to help them choose hardware for their store. No responsibility is taken for the accuracy of the information presented and customers should verify the latest data for the products at the respective home page of the product's manufacturer.

The appearance of a product by a given company on this page in no way suggests that organization endorses Video Vision, but solely that these products have in tests been found to provide good results when used with Video Vision or Video Vision Plus.

Additionally, whilst these products have given good results in tests, due to variations in performance caused, amongst other influencing factors, by hardware configurations, Vision Forecasting accepts no responsibility whatsoever for the malfunction of any products shown on this page or the inability of the products shown on this page to correctly function with Vision Forecasting software in any individual situation.
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