Camera embeds barcode data into high-resolution images
WEST CALDWELL, N.J., Jan. 24 /PRNewswire/ -- Ricoh Americas today
introduced the Ricoh 500SE Digital Camera with integrated barcode scanning
capabilities. Designed for barcode-based workflows that require
high-quality images, the 500SE provides an easy to use all-in-one
ruggedized solution that overcomes the image quality shortfalls of
alternative systems.
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"Ricoh recognizes the importance of image quality when photographing
bar-coded assets or objects. By taking a 'camera-first' approach in
designing the 500SE, we have developed a superior solution for relating
images to barcodes," said Jeff Lengyel, manager of Ricoh Americas Digital
Camera Division.
The 500SE supports all popular 1D barcodes and can scan barcodes
optically through its lens or it may be augmented with the SE-4
laser-scanning module for workflows that require laser scanning. The
scanned barcode information is embedded directly into a data area in the
JPEG files as they are captured. An on-board 'data-dictionary' allows for
additional user-defined information, such as the photographers name or job
number, to be embedded into the images as well. When the resulting
'data-image' is transferred to a computing device all of the embedded
'meta-data' is extracted automatically and used to perform a variety of
automated tasks such as renaming the image based off the barcode data,
imprinting the information on the image or even creating a complete
database of all the images and their related meta-data.
The 500SE is equipped with 802.11b/g and Bluetooth capabilities to
wirelessly transfer images directly to handheld devices or servers as the
images are captured. Built to operate reliably in the harshest of
conditions, the 500SE is shock resistant and waterproof.
Suggested retail of the 500SE is $899.00. The SE-4 laser-scanning
module is $349.00. Ricoh is seeking qualified Developers and Value Added
Resellers in the bar-coding industry to offer the camera as part of an
integrated solution.
The Complete details are available on the Ricoh Americas website:
http://www.ricoh-usa.com
About Ricoh Americas Corporation: Ricoh Americas Corporation,
headquartered in West Caldwell, N.J., is a leading provider of document
solutions. Ricoh's fully integrated hardware and software products help
businesses share information efficiently and effectively by enabling
customers to control the input, management and output of documents. Ricoh's
line of document management devices include, color and black & white
digital imaging systems, facsimile products, cameras, printers, scanners,
digital duplicators, production printing products and wide format
engineering systems. Additionally, Ricoh offers a wide variety of document
and printing solutions directly and through strategic alliances enhancing
office productivity and document workflow. Ricoh's document management
software enhances workgroup collaboration and offers secure storage,
retrieval and sharing of critical information.
Contact:
Jeff Lengyel
Manager - Ricoh Americas Digital Camera Division
909-890-9039
jeff@ricohzone.com
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