Spec Sheet

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PowerWedge 10
Designed for basic bar code needs, the PowerWedge
10 is available in either serial or keyboard wedge
models. Keyboard interfaces include IBM® PC/AT/XT/,
PS/2, Macintosh and select terminals.
The PowerWedge 10/20 are programmed using
either a bar code menu, bar code batch label, serial
batch label, or interactive on-screen menu. Its unique
“cloning” feature enables you to program multiple units
in seconds from a single “master” unit. An auto-learn
feature automatically programs the type and length of
each bar code as it is scanned, and extensive
programmability allows you to auto-discriminate among
16 bar code symbologies and up to two magnetic stripe
tracks interchangeably.
Most input devices – wands, 5V lasers, CCDs, ID
badge scanners, and magnetic stripe readers – can be
used with the PowerWedge 10/20 decoder. Input
device and magnetic stripe connectors are conveniently
located on the front of the decoder for quick and easy
installation.
You’ll find the PowerWedge 10/20 easy to install
and simple to use, consistently providing you with
reliable, cost-effective performance.
PowerWedge 20
For the most demanding applications, the
PowerWedge 20 provides the versatility and relability
you need for fast and accurate bar code data collection.
Its small, sleek design creates a minimal footprint,
maximizing your workspace without compromising
performance.
PowerWedge 20 decoders are available in two
models: Universal and Universal Dual. The Universal
decoder can be used as an RS-232C serial decoder or as
a keyboard wedge for a variety of computers and
terminals.
The Universal Dual decoder gives you all the features
of the Universal model with the additional options of
using two bar code input devices with or without a
magnetic stripe reader.
Additional features of the PowerWedge 20 include:
• Host controlled indicators
• Universal decoder: keyboard
and serial interfaces
• Supports over 300 terminal
interfaces
• Auxiliary serial port
Five programming methods
• Bar code menu
• Bar code batch
• Serial batch
• On-screen
• Cloning
Input editing for data formatting and redirection
Mini PowerWedge
Designed to meet the tightest space requirements,
the Mini PowerWedge is a compact, yet powerful
decoder. As a keyboard wedge, it features a single
9-pin squeeze style connector and a 25-pin interface
connector for a sleek set up that virtually goes
unnoticed on your desktop. The Mini PowerWedge
supports a variety of popular interfaces, including
IBM PC/AT/XT, PS/2, Macintosh and many
terminals.
Serial input devices including scales, lasers, and
check readers are also supported by the Mini
PowerWedge.
Users can quickly and easily program the Mini
PowerWedge using their choice of a bar code batch
label, a bar code menu, or an on-screen menu.
The Mini PowerWedge from Percon affords price-
conscious customers a quality solution without
compromising performance.
Decoders
PowerWedge Specifications
Common Specifications:
PowerWedge 10, 20 &
Mini PowerWedge
Bar Code Symbologies
• Code 39
• Code 39 full ASCII
• Codabar
• Interleaved 2 of 5
• Standard 2 of 5
• Matrix 2 of 5
• UPC-A/E
• EAN-8/JAN-8
• EAN-13/JAN-13
• UPC/EAN/JAN extensions
• ISBN Conversion
• Code 11
• MSI/Plessey
• EAN 128
• Code 128
• Label Codes 4/5
• AMES
Programmable Options
Bar Code
• Select bar code type(s)
• Set minimum/maximum lengths for
each bar code type
• Convert UPC-E bar codes to UPC-A
format
• Convert UPC-A bar codes to
EAN/JAN format
• Enable/disable checksum and check
digits where valid
• Enable/disable UPC system digit, and
check digit, and EAN/JAN country
code
• Add user-defined
preamble/postamble to each
transmission
• Indicate bar code type
General Options
• Host Compatibility
• Select automatic terminator
• Add intercharacter delay check
• Add CCD/laser redundancy check
• Four trigger modes
• Adjustable good read beep
pitch/volume/quantity
• Change upper case to lower case
• Enable/disable the programming
mode
• Operates without keyboard
Environmental
• Operating temperature
+32° to +122° F (0° to +50° C)
5% to 95% relative humidity (non-
condensing)
• Complies with FCC Class A radio
frequency emission requirements
PowerWedge 10
Specifications:
Interface Options
• RS-232C serial
• Keyboard wedge IBM® PC/XT/AT,
PS/2, Macintosh, and other popular
interfaces
(Interface cables, input devices and power
supplies must be ordered separately.)
Input Devices
Input One: 9-pin squeeze-style connector
• wand, 5-volt laser, CCD, ID Badge
reader
Input Two: 9-pin squeeze-style connector
• Up to two tracks magnetic stripe
support
Decoder Programming Methods
• Bar code menu
• Bar code label
• Serial batch file
• Cloning (requires special cable)
Magnetic Stripe
• Enable/disable each magnetic stripe
channel (2)
• Add user-defined preamble/postamble
to each magnetic stripe channel
• Indicate magnetic stripe type
Serial Communications
• Baud rate: 300 to 56.7K
• Adjustable bits, parity, stop
• XON/XOFF
• User defined SOR and EOR
• EOR or ACK/NAK Protocol
Indicators
• Green and red LEDs
• Internal beeper
Physical Dimensions
• Height: 1.0” (25 mm)
• Length: 5.12” (130 mm)
• Width: 4.0” (102 mm)
• Weight: 6.43 oz. (180 g)
Electrical
• External Voltage: 9V@500mA
• Host-supplied voltage: 5V±10%
• Input current(mA):100
PowerWedge 20
Specifications:
Interface Options
• RS-232C serial
• Keyboard wedge IBM® PC/XT/AT,
PS/2, Macintosh, ADDs, IBM 31xx,
Data General, Televideo, DEC, and
many other terminal interfaces.
(Interface cables, input devices and power
supplies must be ordered separately.)
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