The traditional slot bar code readers used for access control are designed so that users must keep to strict positioning requirements of the bar code on the card, for the reader to read the cars and the system to work. As most bar code applications are for use with legacy cards this ‘positioning’ limitation can pose a problem, according to access control manufacturer Progeny, which until now has limited use of bar code reader access systems when used with legacy cards. Progeny have created a new reader to overcome this problem.
The new 2030-SC Crystal Bar Code reader has been designed with the reader optics facing downwards at an angle away from the wall. The reader is thus able to read the bar code wherever it is on the card. This twist in the design will allow users and security installers fit the readers where legacy cards are in use.
Progeny wanted to create a reader which was capable of use indoors and out, weather resistant and able to work in temperatures as low as minus 20 degrees C. The 2030 SC is weather resistant and when the ambient temperature inside the reader drops to below 3 degrees an internal heater is switched on to keep the optics inside the reader at operating temperature.
The reader has a stainless steel fascia which offers a contemporary look to match modern décor schemes; also a degree of vandal resistance.
The product has an operating voltage range of 8.0V to 14V DC. Learn more at www.progeny.co.uk
