The Wasp Autosense hands-free stand is black and can be used to hold a Wasp WDI4500, WLR8950, or WWS550i barcode scanner in a fixed position to scan and decode barcodes. Fixed-position barcode scanners can be used to scan items in succession at a retail checkout counter or on a conveyor belt. The flex neck can be adjusted in position to scan at a desired angle. The base allows the stand to sit on a counter or desk without tipping. The stand is suitable for use with a Wasp WDI4500 2D barcode scanner, WLR8950 bi-color CCD barcode scanner, or WWS550i Freedom cordless barcode scanner (each sold separately). It weighs 1 lb.

Barcode scanners, also known as barcode readers, can be used to scan and decode barcodes and to transmit barcode data to a computer or another host system. Barcode readers with a single-line laser can be used to scan linear, one-dimensional (1D) barcodes. Some lasers can produce light in an omnidirectional pattern to allow scanning of barcodes from different angles. Other barcode readers contain CCD (charge-coupled device) light sensors instead of a laser for accuracy and wear resistance. Barcode scanners with raster scanning, area imaging, and other scanning technologies can allow scanning of two-dimensional (2D) or Portable Document Format 417 (PDF417) barcodes, among other types. Some barcode readers provide onboard flash memory to allow the storage of barcode data before transmitting it to a computer or host system through a USB cable or wireless WLAN or Bluetooth connection. Many barcode readers have a handle for handheld use and come with a stand or a charging cradle for fixed position applications, while others are designed for stationary use on a counter or another flat surface. Some portable readers are small enough to be carried in a pocket or attached to a lanyard. Barcode readers are used at retail checkout counters and other points of sale (POS) locations and in warehouses and shipping facilities.

Wasp Barcode Technologies manufactures barcode scanners, printers, labels and other data capture and tracking solutions for businesses. The company, founded in 1994, is headquartered in Plano, TX.

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