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What is WLinq?
WLinq is intended to replace the hardware that is often used in application where data from a
barcode reader should be entered into a program on a pc. The hardware that is often used is called
a decoder (or keyboard wedge).
A decoder converts the signals from a barcode reader to key presses. The decoder is connected
between the keyboard and the CPU with a Y cable. By using WLinq together with a barcode reader
with serial output you get rid of the decoder and the Y cable. WLinq is also easier to set up than a
hardware decoder and makes advanced data editing possible.
Most barcode readers have the capability to send barcode data serially. WLinq uses this fact and is
set up to receive the barcode data on the serial port the barcode reader is connected to. The
received characters are converted to their corresponding keys and are then sent to the active
program's window.
WLinq can be used with other types of hardware that send data serially, like for example scales.
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