Intermec CN51 Frequently Asked Questions Manual page 6

Q: How is MDI support different for the CN51 (vs. the CN50 and CN4)?
A: Intermec Mobile Document Imaging (MDI) utilizes Intermec's
advanced imaging technology to provide a fast and reliable
way for mobile workers to convert full size (8.5" x 11" or A4)
paper documents into electronic files while out on the road.
MDI can be used in place of flatbed scanners or imaging
services to reduce document management costs, streamline
back office operations, and improve cash flow and
responsiveness to customer requests. Unlike the CN50 and CN4
that utilize the unit's imager for image capture, the CN51
utilizes the its high resolution auto-focus camera to capture
and deliver images with 200 dpi resolution, while retaining the
state of the art image correction techniques to ensure perfect
image quality under challenging working environments.
Q: Is VERDEX compatible with the CN51 under WEH 6.5?
A: Yes. VERDEX is a software solution, exclusively available
on Intermec mobile computers, that fully integrates all of
the technologies necessary to enable fast and accurate data
verification capabilities to a mobile application. VERDEX can
be extremely valuable to courier and parcel delivery
organizations that want to reduce the volume and associated
costs of undeliverable items by correcting parcel label
addresses errors before they enter their system or arrive at the
sortation hub. VERDEX is supported by the CN51 as a
separately licensed and field installed application.
Q: Are MDI and VERDEX available for the CN51 under Android?
A: Not at this time. These apps are being considered for
development under Android, though no timeline has been
set. Customer requirements for this functionality should be
communicated to the Software Marketing team.
Scanning
Q: What are the scanning capabilities and options for the
CN51 configurations?
A: There are three options for imagers with the CN51: the EA30
2D imager, the EA31 2D imager, and no imager. The EA30 is a
high performance 2D imager with brilliant white illumination
and a laser aimer with unprecedented motion tolerance. It
is available on all four 70 Series models. EA30 is the industry's
fastest imaging engine, capable of scanning barcodes moving
at up to 12.7 m (500 in) per second, enabling CN51s to provide
remarkable "snapiness" and fast read rates even in highly
dynamic environments. EA30 is capable of scanning 1D and 2D
barcodes as small as 5 mil, PDF as small as 6.6 mil, Data Matrix
as small as 7.5 mil, and standard UPCs at distances up to 304cm
(13in). In addition to the EA30, CN51 also has the option for the
EA31 high performance 2D imager. Based on the same scan
engine as the EA30, EA31 high performance motion-tolerant
2D Imager is capable of scanning up to 400 in/s with the same
white LED illumination and is capable of scanning all common
1D and 2D bar codes; 1D as small as 4 mils; 2D as small as 6.6
mils. The EA31 has a CCD aimer, similar to the aimer in the
CN50, CN3/e, and CN4/e. Customers using the current CN50
with EA11 will find the aiming of the EA31 similar with improved
scanning performance. Refer to the User's Manual for depth of
field performances.
EA30 Aiming
Q: Is it possible to have a scanner and camera integrated in the
same device?
A: Yes. The CN51's design provides the capability to include a
scanner and camera on the same device.
Q: What is Vesta decodes?
A: Both the EA30 and EA31 support Vesta by default. Vesta is an
Intermec patented algorithm that allows 1D barcodes to be
read at further distances (EAN/UPC, Code 39 and Code 128).
Furthermore, Intermec Vesta supports barcodes of higher
density. See the CN51 User's manual appendix for all scan
engine depth of field performance charts.
Accessories
A very important element of the CN51 product line is that the
majority of the current CN50 accessories are compatible. The
biggest benefit to existing customers is that their investments
in the accessories for the CN50 deployments are compatible with
the CN51 saving considerable budget. Consult the CN51/CN50
Accessories Guide for a complete list of accessories and their
compatibility.
Q: What printers are supported by the CN51?
A: CN51s will support the following Intermec printers:
Bluetooth: PB51, PB50, PB42, PB32, PB31, PB22, PB21, PB20,
PK80, 6820, PB40, PW40, PB2, and PB3
Serial: PB51, PB50, PB42, PB32, PB31, PB22, PB21, PB20,
PB2, PB3
802.11: PB50
The primary method of communicating with the above printers
shall be Bluetooth. Where Applicable WLAN, and USB/Serial
communications shall also be supported. The Android Printing
SDK provides support for PR2, PR3, PB21, PB31, PB42 and PB51
printers via Bluetooth, including text and simple graphics, e.g.,
barcodes. Additional functionality planned for the next release.
Q: What data collection scanners is the CN51 compatible with?
A: CN51s will support the following Intermec external scanners:
Tethered: SR30, SR60, SR61T
Wireless: SF51, SR61
Tethered scanners shall be powered and supported via the
RS232 Serial Snap-on Adapter with the exception of the
SR61TXR which is supported via the Powered Vehicle Dock
solution. Support for tethered scanners is not available under
Android at first release, but is being planned for a future release.
EA31 Aiming