1. Barcode 104
2D barcodes

2. Agenda
Types of barcodes
Scanner types

3. Types of 2D barcodes DataMatrix UPS ^BX MaxiCode ^BD PDF 417 ^B7 Aztec
^B0 or ^BO
Needs Vx.13.x
Or higher
Code 49 ^B4

4. UPS MaxiCode ^BD
Used by UPS for package tracking and routing
Fixed size
100 characters in 1 sq inch
Target in center is easy for scanning equipment to locate
Contains 2 “messages” with specific data in each controlled by the mode setting
Data layout controlled by UPS
May need to upgrade firmware to correct “scanning” issues UPS is having
^BD command

5. Top picture is a single cell Bottom picture is a 4 cell square
Datamatrix ^BX
Top picture is a single cell
Bottom picture is a 4 cell square
Used in manufacturing and medical fields

6. Best described as a stacked linear symbol High density Flexible length
PDF 417
Best described as a stacked linear symbol
High density
Flexible length
Multiple error checking methods