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Barcode scanner

Which scanner should we buy?

Look for a USB or Bluetooth scanner described as HID, keyboard wedge or keyboard emulation. CryoIndex does not require a proprietary scanner connection.

  1. Choose a scanner that reads the barcode type already used on your vial labels.
  2. For small curved labels, prefer a physical trigger and adjustable read-safety settings.
  3. Before buying, confirm it can send raw or literal output with GS1/AI bracket formatting disabled. Not every model exposes that setting.
  4. Configure it to send the printed value unchanged, followed by Enter.
  5. Use Scanner check before storing real inventory.