SECTION 1
General Information
SE 1223 Scanner User’s Guide 1-11
Scanning Sequence
A method of programming or configuring parameters for a
bar code reading system by scanning bar code menus.
Self-Checking Code
A symbology that uses a checking algorithm to detect en-
coding errors within the characters of a bar code symbol.
Space
The lighter element of a bar code formed by the background
between bars.
Specular Reflection
The mirror-like reflection of light from a surface which can
“blind” a scanner.
Start/Stop Character
A pattern of bars and spaces that provides the scanner with
start and stop reading instructions and scanning direction.
The start and stop characters are normally to the left and
right margins of a horizontal code.
Substrate
A foundation material on which a substance or image is
placed.
Symbol
A scannable unit that encodes data within the conventions
of a certain symbology, usually including start/stop charac-
ters, quiet zones, data characters, and check characters.
Summary of Contents for SE1223
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