Google Ventures Into the Physical World

By using, of course, barcodes. The big G has "..launched a new effort to send window decals to over 100,000 local businesses in the U.S. that have been the most sought out and researched on Google.com and Google Maps".Locate the 2D barcode decal at a participating store, snap it with your phone's barcode reader, follow the URL link to the web and behold: store hours, user reviews, special offe...

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Create Barcodes in Microsoft Access 2003

by Nate SchubertCreating barcodes using Microsoft Access can be a tricky process to say the least. IDAutomation provides a set of very helpful barcode font tools that are free to use with the purchase of any IDAutomation barcode font package, but the process of creating a barcode using these free font tools can still be difficult for many to understand. Fortunately, the IDAutomation technical support staff has come together to create a short, simple and very easy-to-understand step by step video tutorial that explains exactly how to create a barcode...

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LOGMARS Barcode Creation & Printing

by Nate SchubertLOGMARS is a specification used by the United States Government for shipment of military items within the Federal Government. Created from a Code 39 Barcode, LOGMARS is defined by Military Standard MIL-STD-129N which contains information about the location of the barcode and label in addition to what information should actually be encoded into the LOGMARS barcode to fit those military specifications. There's a lot of information out...

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Barcode Creation for SICI & SISAC

by Nate SchubertEveryone is pretty familiar with the ISBN number which is used to automate ordering and inventory systems for book publishers, distributors and retailers. ISBN barcodes are on virtually every publication and are the primary method for monitoring the sales of specific publications throughout the publishing industry. Another related code is the SICI, used to identify specific articles or journals in serial publications like magazines,...

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TFORMer Server Version 6.1 (Beta) Available

TEC-IT anounces the new TFORMer Server V6.1 for which a beta version is now available. TFORMer Server is a server based output-solution for reporting and labeling. It includes flexible document design, centralized form management and high quality bar-code support.New Features, Enhancements in V6.1Browser based server, printer and job administration through "TFORMer Web Monitor". No DCOM client required!Integrated job preview by single mouse-click (TFORMer Web Monitor). Simplified TFORMer Server configuration.A setup for the new TFORMer Server...

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Create Business Cards Online for Free - with QR-Code and DataMatrix!

TEC-IT has launched a free online business card printing service on www.tec-it.com!It's Free!Using this free service the creation of business cards with QR-Code or DataMatrix 2D codes has never been easier!It's Simple!Launch the online business card creator from TEC-IT and choose one of the pre-defined business card templates. Now enter your data like name, email-address, phone number, etc. That's all you need - and you will receive a full-colored...

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Creating Barcodes in Microsoft Excel 2007

by Nate SchubertIDAutomation provides Microsoft Office Macros and free VBA source code for MS Office 97, 2000, XP, Vista and 7 that are easy to use for the beginner and advanced VBA programmers. How to Create a Barcode In Excel 2007 @ Yahoo! Vi...

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How to Create a Barcode In Oracle Reports Video Tutorial

by Nate SchubertThis IDAutomation Oracle Reports tutorial is designed for implementing barcodes in Oracle Reports with the IDAutomation PL/SQL Barcode Library and IDAutomation barcode fonts. Create Barcodes in Oracle Reports with Barcode Fonts @ Yahoo! VideoThe barcode library is a PLL file that formats data from fields in the report to the barcode fonts, to create a scannable barcode. The library contains functions for Code 128, Code 39, GS1, Codabar, UCC/EAN 128, Interleaved 2 of 5, UPC and EAN barcodes. Also available on YouT...

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How to Encode Barcode Data using the Online Encoder

by Nate SchubertIDAutomation provides a range of font tools which are free to use with the purchase of IDAutomation products and while these font tools are very useful for encoding data that can then be turned into a barcode, there are some scenario's where the font tools are not desired. For these particular cases, we have made available an Online Barcode Font Encoder that will take your data and encode it for a given barcode type such as Code 128, Code 39, Interleaved 2 of 5, UPC, Postnet and more.For a step-by-step example of how to use the...

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How to Create Data Matrix Barcodes in Microsoft Word Video Tutorial

by Nate SchubertCreating batches of documents with specific unique Data Matrix barcodes is easy using Microsoft Word & Excel Mail Merge. IDAutomation has just released a video tutorial explaining this very process in step-by-step instructions. Take a look at the video below: Create Data Matrix Barcodes in Microsoft Word @ Yahoo! VideoAlso available on YouT...

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How to Create a Barcode In Excel Video Tutorial

by Nate SchubertEasily generate barcodes in Microsoft Office Excel with IDAutomation Barcode Macros & Native VBA Functions. How to Create a Barcode In Excel 2003 @ Yahoo! Vi...

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IDAutomation Barcode Scanner Video Tutorial

by Nate SchubertMany scanners on the market do not fully support GS1-DataBar and PDF417, as this IDAutomation USB Barcode Scanner does. This durable and ergonomically designed USB barcode scanner is the best value handheld in its class. It offers the performance of a laser scanner with no moving parts to wear out at a lower cost. The CCD scan engine can read smaller barcodes better than many lasers scanners and still read large barcodes. It scans linear bar codes that are up to 4.2" wide from near contact to about 10" away at 200 scans per...

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Free 2010 Calendars!

Azalea Software, Inc. and Peg Ogle Design have just released a series of free 2010 calendars for immediate download from www.azalea.com/calendarThe press release is available from www.azalea.com/news/2010-calendar-press-release....

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UID Barcode Marking Label Creation Tutorial

by Nate SchubertUID Marking Labels are becoming more and more common since the Department of Defense first implemented the Item Unique Identification Program (IUID), intended to increase efficiency in asset management between organizations, even between nations and throughout the world. UID Markings are intended affix to an item or directly on an item and should last the life time of the item itself. UID has become a mandatory requirement for the DoD and is seeing more and more inclusion into normal asset management within the DoD. Creating UID...

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Barcode Video Channels on YouTube

Hello there!This post summarizes the available video playlists for barcode software from TEC-IT on YouTube.Barcode Label Printing Software (English)Content:Tutorial videos for TFORMer Designer.Barcode label printing with TFORMer DesignerBarcode Label Printing Software (German)Content:Tutorial videos for TFORMer Designer.Barcode-Etikettendruck mit TFORMer DesignerBarcode Generator Component (English)Content:Tutorial videos for TBarCode.Using Barcodes in Microsoft Office / Microsoft WordCreating Serial Letters with BarcodesPlease check out the TEC-IT...

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Java Barcode Component: New Version

by Nate SchubertIDAutomation is proud to announce the latest release of the IDAutomation Java Barcode component for both Linear and 2-dimensional packages. If you have not already tried barcoding in Java with IDAutomation products, now is a great time to download a Java component demo to generate barcodes on any operating system with a Java Virtual Machine. While IDAutomation's java barcode components have supported many of the most popular barcode...

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Get Azalea Software's 2010 Calendar (PDF)

Azalea Software's 2010 calendar can be downloaded from www.azalea.com/calendar/ for free.Jerry's photos of industrial textures found in Seattle's SoDo neighborhood. You know, metal and stone.Our holiday gift to you and you...

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I may be a barcode nerd but I have my limits.

I've been doing barcode software for almost 21 years now. At no time did I think it was necessary to learn how to read Code 39 barcodes in my head. Nev...

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Barcoded Lexus? Really?!?

Seen coming out of the parking lot of the Azalea Software offices here in West Seatt...

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Barcode Generator for SQL Reporting Service

To generate bar codes (ALL barcodes - meaning linear barcodes, 2D barcodes like DataMatrix and GS1 DataBar codes) all you need is an internet connection. Advantage: no additional software is needed and no Visual Studio is required. The basic idea is to insert an barcode image generated by the online barcode generator of TEC-IT. This barcode generator is customizable via the URL - so it is possible to create each bar-code as required. 1) Create the...

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TWedge V2.3 Release Candidate

We are announcing the new version of the data acquisition software / software wedge TWedge.TWedge is smart middleware which connects to arbitrary devices via RS232 (COM port), Bluetooth (native!) and TCP/IP. The received data is either simulated as keystrokes, stored in a file or saved directly into an ODBC database. Improvements0-byte awareness Previous versions clipped received or transmitted data after an 0x00 in the data stream. HEX data...

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Reading RFID Tags with TWedge

TEC-IT's data acquisition software TWedge allows an easy implementation of RFID controller protocols. TWedge can be adjusted to communicate with RFID controllers in a bi-directional way. Reading and processing tag identifiers is as easy as reading/writing tag data!The following TWedge script can be used to read RFID Tag IDs from EMS Datalogic RFID Controllers (utilizing the ABx Fast Protocol).The following script performs the following functions:1)...

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Goodbye Barcodes, Hello Lasers!

Ariel Schwartz of Inhabitat's got a quick piece up about "annoying" fruit labels and the new process of etching them with low energy lasers. Not sure I've ever devoted much time to being annoyed by the tiny labels on fruits and veggies, but LASERS. We love lase...

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New Barcode FAQs

We just uploaded a series of new bar code FAQs: Code 128 FAQ, UPC FAQ, Code 39 FAQ, and Interleaved 2 of 5 FAQ.Ph...

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QR-Code Barcode Printing for SAP® ERP

The new version of TBarCode/Direct V2.1 (SAP barcode software) comes now with QR-Code 2D barcode support.TBarCode/Direct is a smart, platform independent software solution for printing linear and 2D bar-codes (DataMatrix, QRCode) in SAP® ERP, SAP® R/3® and mySAP® ERP. This bar code solution works completely without any middleware and can be used with all PostScript® enabled printers (e.g. Laser Printers or MFPs)!The main advantage - TBarCode/Direct...

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QRCode Mobile Marketing in Austria

In Japan more or less every square-millimeter of space is covered with QR-Codes. Japanese companies are using the 2D codes for marketing purposes as well as for really useful applications (e.g. public transport schedules with ticketing possibilities). In Austria this technology is arriving very tentatively. The printed version of an Austrian newspaper (www.derstandard.at) is publishing ads of an European car manufacturer (I think it is Renault or...

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Our namesake

Azalea OR 97410Why we're called "Azalea Software, In...

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Barcode Library for i5/OS PASE (AS/400)

TEC-IT announces a new AIX 5.2 based barcode library for the i5/OS PASE platform - AS/400. The barcode API consists of only three function calls to generate a barcode in memory (PCL or Postscript format). Simplified usage in i5/OS Programs (e.g. ILE RPG or ILE C++) through the provided ILE C/C++ API Module!If you are interested in testing this barcode library - let us kn...

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Gryphon GM4100 - market leading cordless scanner gets a new face!

Datalogic Gryphon I GM4100 Linear Imager Cordless Barcode ScannerExtremely versatile and durable, the Gryphon GM4100 cordless linear imaging readers are the ultimate solution for applications in retail and light industrial environments where mobility is necessary for improved productivity. The GM4100 reader series offer scalable solutions from simple point-to-point applications to networking capabilities combined with seamless roaming for complex...

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Zebra HC100 Wristband Printer Solution

by Nate SchubertThe Zebra HC100 Medical I.D. Wristband Printer Solution contains everything needed to print medical patient wristbands with minimal frustration and maximum efficiency. This solution allows direct thermal printing of wristbands that can include a barcode, text and even graphics from an automatic wristband cartridge that can be loaded with no user contact with the media. This means no messy ink problems and fast reloading for large...

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YouTube Video - Label Printing Software TFORMer

TEC-IT announces the availability of the first training video for the label printing software TFORMer. The video demonstrates how to design a simple bar code label, to fill it with your data and to print it on a printer. It provides a great overview and you learn the basic concept of TFORMer within a minute. More videos will be added in the near future. Please do not hesitate to send us your feedback and let us know in which topics you are interested...

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Bluetooth Wedge Software

Want to capture data from Bluetooth devices? Then consider the software wegde TWedge. The latest version of TWedge supports direct Bluetooth connections - without virtual COM ports!Just select the Bluetooth device of interest in the Interface dialog or enter the Bluetooth address directly (see screenshot). The software wedge TWedge connects to the device automatically and captures all data reliable.What is the great advantage of direct Bluetooth...

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Mobile Barcode Reader Applications

Because we receive numerous requests for available mobile bar-code reader applications we list some free barcode decoders . Please note: The list is not complete and it is not a recommendation. If you think a reader application should be mentioned in this list please let us know! We would be glad to maintain the overview regularly. Barcode readers we have tried ourself: Beetagg Reader: http://www.beetagg.com/ Kaywa Reader: http://reader.kaywa.com/ QuickMark: http://www.quickmark.com.tw/ i-nigma Reader: http://www.i-nigma.com/i-nigmahp.html Neo...

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Introducing the new MC9500 from Motorola

The Motorola / Symbol MC9500 is a premium industrial-class handheld device in an easy-to-use form factor that takes mobile computing innovation to the next level with superior performance, state-of-the-art design and a revolutionary backroom management system. Incorporating the latest in technology, the MC9500 introduces new capabilities such as modular 3.5G WAN for a groundbreaking enterprise mobility solution. To find out more about Motorola...

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Google Bar Code

It seems that Google is trying to educate the world with bar code know how.As of 10/07/2009 the start page of Google displays a bar-code instead the usual Google logo.If you click on the bar code image you get search results for the term "Bar Code" (in google.com) or "Strichcode" (in Germany/Austri...

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New Product: RFID Label Software

by Nate SchubertThis is an easy-to-use WYSIWYG RFID software application that encodes smart labels on RFID capable printers and prints barcodes, text and graphics. Supports Linear, GS1-DataBar, Composite and 2D barcodes including PDF417, DataMatrix ECC200, Aztec and QR-Code. It supports advanced VB Scripting capabilities and connectivity to comma delimited text, CSV, Excel, Access, SQL Server, ODBC and Oracle databases. Accurately prints...

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New Product: GS1 Databar ASP.NET Package

by Nate SchubertThe ASP.NET GS1 Databar Barcode Web Server Control is a new drag-and-drop component that easily adds dynamic database barcoding capability to Microsoft .NET Web Applications. It is a server-side component that creates web images, therefore all processing takes place on the server and makes it compatible with all web browsers. Online barcodes may be easily included in .NET Web Applications by dragging the control on a form...

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New Product: MaxiCode Font and Encoder

by Nate Schubert The MaxiCode Font & Encoder is a collection of components that generate Maxicode barcode symbols with fonts and graphics. The advanced 2D MaxiCode barcode font uses IDAutomation Vertical Interleaved Technology™, which allows increased throughput and printing at small X dimensions. This package includes a Window COM DLL, Crystal Reports UFL, ActiveX Control and signed CAB file. A fully functional evaluation copy of the MaxiCode...

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New Release: ASP.NET GS1 Databar Web Server Control

by Nate SchubertIDAutomation.com announces the release of their ASP .NET GS1 Databar Barcode Web Server Control for Microsoft .NET Web Applications(Tampa, FL.) IDAutomation.com, Inc. announces the new release of the ASP .NET GS1 Databar Barcode Web Server Control, which is a drag-and-drop component that easily adds dynamic databar barcoding capability to Microsoft .NET Web Applications. It is a server-side component that creates JPEG images, therefore...

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Motorola MT2000 Series Launch

The wait is over, the MT2000 is here to streamline scanning needs. This new versitile unit from Motorola is capable of adapting from EPOS, to shop floor, to warehouse and stock management. Housed in a small, sleek ergonomic package, the MT2090 offers 802.11 g/b wireless network connectivity, opening up application possibilities and improving operationsMotorola / Symbol MT2000 Series MT2070 & MT2090 Barcode Scan...

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TBarCode FAQ: Word Plug-In Not Visible in Word 2007

The following workaround can help to solve the problem with the disappearing toolbar in Word 2007:Close Word 2007. Rename or delete the file "TBarCode Add-In.dot".Win XP: C:\Documents and Settings\[YourUserName]\LocalSettings\Application Data\TEC-IT\TBarCode9Windows Vista: C:\users\[YourUserName]\AppData\Local\TEC-IT\TBarCode9Start Word 2007.By doing so, a new .dot file should be created and the plugin should be visible aga...

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ScanSource Partner Conference: Day 1

by Nate SchubertThe annual ScanSource POS & Barcoding Partner Conference took over the Westin Resort in Savannah, GA once more on Monday, September 13, and Vertical Systems Reseller (VSR) was there to mark the events for those of us who, sadly, were unable to attend. Thanks for keeping us in the loop, guys! The first day focused much on services & social media, growing trends in the industry. Our own Roxanne McSheehy, Director of Sales & Marketing, spoke with VSR about the success we've found on the social media scene using outlets...

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ISSN Barcodes for Serial Publications

by Nate SchubertLittle noticed but extremely important in terms of organization of incremented publications around the world is the ISSN, or International Standard Serial Number. You know, that barcode usually on the upper right corner of serial publications such as magazines or newspapers. But what do you really know about the ISSN? Does My Publication Need an ISSN?ISSN numbers are specifically for serial publications like magazines, newspapers,...

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Barcode Maker Software: Barcode Studio V9.4.1

The service update of our Barcode Maker Software Barcode Studio for Windows and Mac OS X is ready for download!Barcode Studio V9.4.1 now supports the Spanish language. Moreover, a multi threading problem in conjunction with PostScript generation was fixed.Update is free of charge for existing Barcode Studio V9.x customers!Download Barcode Studio Upd...

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Online Product Demos via WebEx are now available

TEC-IT now offers online product demonstrations and online trainings via WebEx! Live product demos and training sessions made easy! This new TEC-IT service enables you to learn more about the software product of interest within minutes! We share a "virtual desktop" with you, demonstrate the software in action and answer all your questions immediately. You can even try the product yourself (without installing it) while getting support in realtime!All you need is Firefox (preferred) or Internet Explorer and an internet connection. Online product...

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TFORMer Reporting SDK 6.0 for AIX 6.1

Powerful label printing and reporting for AIX! The new version of the label printing and reporting software TFORMer SDK is now available for AIX 6.1 on Power 6 platforms. Benefit from thermo transfer printer support (e.g. Zebra ZPL-II), PDF output, server based document generation and much more...Download TFORMer Reporting SDK 6.0 for AIX 6.1...

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IDAutomation.com, Inc. has released their new RFID Label Software.

by Nate SchubertIDAutomation.com, Inc. has released their new RFID Label Software, which is an advanced, easy to use, WYSIWYG RFID software application that encodes smart labels on RFID capable printers and prints barcodes, text and graphics. (Tampa, FL.) IDAutomation.com, Inc. has released their new RFID Label Software, which is an advanced, easy to use, WYSIWYG RFID software application that encodes smart labels on RFID capable printers and...

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New Release: GS1 DataBar ASP Barcode Component for IIS

by Nate SchubertIDAutomation.com, Inc. announces the release of their GS1 Databar ASP Barcode Component for IIS. (Tampa, FL.) IDAutomation.com, Inc. announces the release of their GS1 Databar ASP Barcode Component for IIS, which easily adds GS1 Databar barcode generation capability to webpages hosted on Microsoft IIS (Internet Information Server) through ASP (Active Server Pages). This server-side component creates GIF or JPG images in any application...

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Product Update: Code 128 Font Advantage Package

by Nate SchubertThe Code 128 Font Advantage Package has been updated with improved Unicode compatibility and new digitally signed TrueType, OpenType and PostScript fonts. The new fonts, when used with a feature level 10 or greater font encoder, can display human readable text interpretations without showing the check character. The font also shows human readable text in auto mode and when switching character sets. Additionally, GS1-128 AIs may be...

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Product Update: Data Matrix Products

by Nate SchubertAll Data Matrix products have been updated to better support GS1-Data Matrix and the easy encoding of application identifiers (AIs) encoded in the symbol. Multiple AIs may be easily encoded with the parentheses or the Tilde Method as described in the Data Matrix FAQ. The following 2D products have been updated with this version of DataMatrix: Data Matrix Font and Encoder Data Matrix Font and Encoder for Windows Native Access...

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Seagull Releases Service Release for BarTender 9.1

The first service release ("SR1") of BarTender 9.1 was released as build 2617 on July 20th, 2009. • Translations of New Features: Many new features that originally shipped with English-only user-interfaces in BarTender 9.1 have now been translated into all 23 languages supported by the BarTender Label Management Suite. • System Database Support for SQL 2008: The BarTender System database used in the Enterprise editions now supports SQL Server 2008 in addition to SQL Server 2005. • Version Number Displayed within Setup...

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Barcode Software Update: TBarCode V9.3.0

As of today an update of the TBarCode Barcode SDK (including a Barcode ActiveX, Barcode DLL and .NET Barcode Assembly) is available. It fixes some problems and provides several improvements:FixedGS1 Data Matrix: Fixed FNC1 encoding bug (see V9.2.2).BCGetBarcodeHeight(..) returned incorrect value with rotation of 270°.TBarCode .NET: ByteData property (encoding of binary data) produced an error.TBarCode .NET: Licensing problems caused by incorrect product enumeration IDs (32-bit and 64-bit).EnhancementsImproved error message for incorrect user provided...

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Redbeam Tracking Software Solutions Re-seller Partner Program

Redbeam Tracking Software Solutions re-seller partner program has been designed to provide all the sales, marketing and support tools needed to help you increase your market share, drive sales and improve your bottom line. The program offers 3 dynamic Tracking Solutions in the AutoID and barcode data capture industry, including very popular Asset Tracking & Check In /Check Out & Inventory Tracking.Redbeam Tracking Software Solutions re-seller partner program empowers our partners with a complete set of marketing tools, campaigns and support...

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Product Update: Access & Crystal Reports 2D Barcode Generators

by Nate SchubertIDAutomation has released updates to 2 of our barcode automation products: the IDAutomation Native 2D Barcode Generator for Access and the IDAutomation Native 2D Barcode Generator for Crystal Reports. What has changed? We are pleased to report that the new updates include changes that allow these products to now recognize parentheses as an FNC1 character, with the apply tilde set to true. This important update will make it even easier...

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TFORMer 6.0 With Service Pack 1 Out Now

TEC-IT just released Service Pack 1 of the barcode label and reporting software TFORMer.New FunctionsUser InterfaceModernized user interface style to comply with actual standards.Option dialog was reworked.Data ViewAdded “Hide Unused Fields“ option.Image PrinterFixed a crash that occurred with clipped bar codes (bar code position outside of page bounds). Fixed ignored JPEG compression option.HTML PrinterFixed transparent color (some components always used “white“ as transparent color).Configuration (TFORMer.xml)Added bar code “drawing-mode“ option...

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IDAutomation Newsletter: July 2009

by Nate SchubertIn this Issue: * GS1 DataBar Product Updates * Barcode Label Software * Barcode Image Generators * Inventory Asset Tracking * POS Software and System * Support and Upgrade Subscription Renewal * Recent Press Releases Product Update: GS1 Databar ProductsThe GS1 DataBar symbology is the latest barcode type for space-constrained identification from GS1 and is the only symbology approved by the GS1 for use in all retail checkout systems after January 1, 2010 to encode GTIN-14 numbers. DataBar is also required to be used for coupon barcodes...

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