X-Mode - Microscan MINI Hawk User Manual

X-Mode™

X-Mode™
The MINI Hawk is equipped with powerful X-Mode™ technology, which provides industry-leading
decode performance on both printed and direct part mark symbols, with minimum configuration
required out of the box. The X-Mode algorithm identifies symbol candidates within the
imager's field of view and uses sophisticated image processing to decode valid symbols.
In each of the examples below, the X-Mode technique locates a symbol, analyzes the
image gradient to detect areas with changes in reflectivity, grid-maps the image, and ultimately
produces an ideal, reliably decodable Data Matrix.
Dot Peen on Curved Surface
Laser Etch
Laser Etch
Ink Jet
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Comparison of direct part mark
and Data Matrix after processing
Comparison of direct part mark
and Data Matrix after processing
Comparison of direct part mark
and Data Matrix after processing
Comparison of direct part mark
and Data Matrix after processing
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