Microscan introduced MicroHAWK Ultra-High Density barcode readers with autofocus. MicroHAWK UHD Autofocus cameras are equipped with a fully-integrated liquid lens, and can decode symbols as small as 2 mil. at a distance of 40 – 150 mm. in any environment.
Unlike other products that require special accessories to magnify small symbols, Microscan’s UHD optics are fully-integrated within the MicroHAWK’s imaging system and have been custom-designed to decode tiny symbols at a distance of 40 to 150 mm., according to the company. The reader’s advanced imaging technology eliminates the need to spend time analyzing various configuration options before deployment. Setup time is minimal and does not require an investment in additional accessories.
“We have designed MicroHAWK UHD Autofocus to meet the needs of manufacturers requiring the ability to read tiny barcodes and symbols in difficult locations or at varying distances. Our new product is a tremendously advantageous combination of high performance, flexibility, ease of use, and a very competitive price,” stated Jason Dobbs, global product manager at Microscan.
MicroHAWK UHD Autofocus is paired with a new release of the WebLink user interface, the world’s first setup tool that resides on the reader rather than on a PC. From the intuitive WebLink interface, users can enable and disable the Autofocus feature by clicking the Autofocus button in the toolbar. Autofocus causes the reader to search continuously for symbols at various focal distances within the field of view or to set fixed focal distances using spot focus functionality. Focal distance can also be adjusted by the user in WebLink. When enabling true Autofocus in continuous read or presentation mode, the MicroHAWK reader will automatically search for symbols, refocusing after every five no-read results. While in continuous read, triggered, or presentation modes, users can use spot focus to click anywhere within the live view captured by the MicroHAWK reader to auto-set the focal distance for specific symbol locations.
MicroHAWK UHD Autofocus is offered in the ID-30 and ID-40 models with the SXGA 1.3 megapixel sensor, various lighting options, and with or without a polarizer. This new offering is designed to read the symbols at a short range of 40 mm. to 150 mm. A long-range version of the product is scheduled for release by the end of 2017.
