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BSH-20U

USB Handheld 1D/2D Barcode Scanner

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Handheld USB Barcode Scanner

The Star BSH-20U is an economical 1D/2D handheld USB barcode scanner that blends accuracy, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. Equipped with a powerful CPU, the BSH-20U excels in capturing high-density, high-volume, and distorted barcodes on various surfaces, including paper, uneven media, or digital displays.

Ideally suited for a wide range of markets, including retail, hospitality, inventory management, and online ordering, the BSH-20U is versatile and adaptable. It can be directly plugged into any POS system, including Star receipt printers, making it user-friendly and easy to operate.

Equipped with a powerful CPU, the BSH-20U excels in capturing high-density, high-volume, and distorted barcodes on various surfaces, including paper, uneven media, or digital displays. This capability positions the BSH-20U as an economical solution, offering the advanced features of a 2D barcode scanner at the price of a 1D scanner.

Designed with durability, the scanner boasts an IP42-rated construction, ensuring resistance to dust and moisture. It also features drop-resistant housing (1.2m), adding resilience in active business environments. The BSH-20U is not just robust, however, but also stylish with its sleek, ergonomic design. It also includes a standard 2-year warranty.

Ideally suited for a wide range of markets, including retail, hospitality, inventory management, and online ordering, the BSH-20U is versatile and adaptable. It can be directly plugged into any POS system or into Star’s range of POS receipt and label printers via USB, making it user-friendly and easy to operate.

Universally Compatible

The BSH-20U is universally compatible with iOS, Android, and Windows systems and seamlessly integrates with Star’s POS and label printing products. Star-branded for guaranteed quality, the BSH-20U is more than just a scanner; it’s a reliable tool designed to enhance the efficiency and productivity of any business operation.

On-Screen Barcode Capture

The BSH-20U effortlessly captures barcodes displayed on screens, making it an adaptable solution for modern POS, payment and loyalty applications. Whether handling traditional 1D barcodes or high-density 2D barcodes, this Handheld USB 1D/2D Barcode Scanner ensures precision and speed.

StarScan

StarSCAN, included with all Star Micronics scanners, is a Windows-based Utility compatible with iOS, Android, and Windows platforms. Users can tailor their scanning preferences and configure scanners to specific needs. Developers can further integrate it into applications using the provided SDK.

Product Features

  • Reads 1D and 2D Barcodes
  • High quality imager
  • Captures high-density, high volume and even distorted barcodes
  • 5 scanning modes (level, sense, continuous, pulse, batch)
  • Ergonomic IP42-rated design
  • Superior motion tolerance (2,5m/s)
  • Large field of view (horizontal 51°, vertical 32°)
  • 1.2 m drop resistance
  • Plugs directly into any POS system, including STAR POS and label printers with USB Hub
  • Allows access to StarSCAN configuration utility to customise scanner functionality
  • Scanner stand included

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Specifications

Type Wired Barcode Scanner
Sealing IP42
Image Sensor 640×480 CMOS
Colour Black or White
Resolution ≥3mil
Symbologies – 2D PDF417, Micro PDF417, Micro QR, QR Code, Data Matrix, Aztec.
Symbologies – 1D Code 11, Code 128, Code 39, GS1-128 (UCC/EAN 128), AIM 128, ISBT 128, Codabar, Code 93, UPC-A, UPC-E, Coupon, GS1 Composite, EAN-8, EAN-13, ISBN/ISSN, Interleaved 2 of 5, Matrix 2 of 5, Industrial 25, ITF6, ITF-14, Standard 25, China Post 25, MSI Plessey, Plessey, GS1 Databar (RSS)
Connectivity/Interface RS-232, USB
Dimensions & Weight 146×103×69 mm | 125g
Typical Depth of Field EAN-13: 50 mm-260 mm (13 mil) Code 39: 50 mm-115 mm (5 mil) PDF 417: 50 mm-120 mm (6.7 mil) Data Matrix: 35 mm-125 mm (10 mil) QR Code: 30 mm-170 mm (15 mil)
Scan Angle Pitch: ±55°, Skew: ±55°, Roll: 360°
Field of View Horizontal 45°, Vertical 34°
Min Symbol Contrast 20%
Drivers License Parsing Cannot parse Drivers License barcodes
Drop Resistance 1.2m drop
Warranty 2 Year

Models

BSD-40U BLK 37950900 Desktop Barcode Scanner 1D/2D USB, Black
BSH-20U BLK 37950920 Handheld Barcode Scanner 1D/2D USB, Black
BSH-20B BLK 37950940 Handheld Wireless Bar Code Scanner 1D/2D Bluetooth, Black
BSH-32U BLK 37950960 Handheld Barcode Scanner 1D/2D, USB, Black
BSH-32B BLK 37950970 Handheld Wireless Barcode Scanner 1D/2D, Bluetooth, Black
BCR-MPOP1 SCANNER WHT 39594100 1D USB Barcode Scanner for mPOP, TSP143IV, mC-Print3, mC-Print2, mC-Label3 White
BCR-MPOP1 SCANNER BLK 39594110 1D USB Barcode Scanner for mPOP, TSP143IV, mC-Print3, mC-Print2, mC-Label3 Black