Sleek barcode scanner features patented, automatic infrared activation; delivers aggressive scanning of all standard 1D barcodes, including GS1 DataBarAutomatic trigger activates scanner for use as a handheld scanner or hands-free scanner when mounted to stand; stand features automatic in-stand detection technologyHigh-visibility, 650 nanometer laser allows for quick and easy targeting of the bar codeBarcode reader updates firmware via free, patented Honeywell MetroSet 2 configuration software; safeguards long-term infrastructure commitments in the event of a change in POS system or softwareParsing (data editing) formats the barcode data to meet the host system’s specific requirements