PowerScan M8300 Two-Way Communications

Ideal for warehouse and manufacturing applications, the Datalogic PowerScan® M8300 offers two-way communications between base station and reader. The warehouse management system can direct the operator to the next location, what item to pick, and give a positive or negative confirmation that the item is the correct one.

Combined with the Datalogic STAR Cordless System™, the PowerScan® M8300 is capable of simple point-to-point applications and complex projects: Over 100,000sqm coverage, up to 255 operators and 16 base stations, automatic seamless roaming for complete freedom of movement.

Datalogic STAR Cordless System

• Available in 433 MHz or 910 MHz radio frequencies
• Superior radio range

Up to 50 m / 164 ft (433.92 MHz)
Up to 30 m / 99 ft (910 MHz)

• Point-to-point and multi-point configurations
• Seamless roaming
• Low sensitivity to obstacles ensuring more stable connectivity
• No interference with Wi-Fi infrastructure, guaranteed predictable operations
• Datalogic secure STAR communications are free from open standards, providing better security for your transmitted data
• Lower power consumption and a better mobility range over Bluetooth® wireless technology Class 2 devices allows for greater area of coverage and reduces energy costs.

Reliable Mobility with the PowerScan M8300

• Optional recessed display with 3-button keypad - Enables interactivity between the host and user and displays time and battery status
• In Datalogic’s patented batch mode, the display can be used to scroll the stored codes and delete codes read by mistake
• Long lasting Lithium-Ion battery exceeds 60,000 cycles (reading and transmission) guarantying more than one shift of productivity
• Paging Function: Button on cradle causes all connected readers to generate a beep sequence for quick identification
• Base station cradle comes equipped with flat or inclined base allowing the workspace to be configured in the most ergonomic arrangement
• Protective case/belt holster and swivel included in the box free of charge
• Datalogic STAR Cordless System™ for Narrow Band Radio Communications.

Two-Way Communications Demo Software

You can now download a freeware application that enables you to demonstrate the two-way communications capabilities of the PowerScan® M8300 via a laptop.

The software enables you to graphically illustrate

• Order Picking
• Inventory Management
• Messaging
• Customisable Features

Easy installation & Use

• Simply download and install the software.
• Connect your PowerScan® M8300 to your PC.
• Select a serial port.
• Print the scanner setup and demo barcode sheets
• Scan the setup codes in sequence
• Start your demonstration.

Before you download and install the two-way communications software please read the freeware disclaimer below:

Disclaimer

You download, install, use and uninstall the two-way communications (Dragon M Demo) freeware completely at your own risk. Please note that Datalogic Scanning offers the Dragon M Demo software as totally unsupported freeware, without warranty, and accepts NO LIABILITY whatsoever for consequential, incidental or indirect damages whatsoever (including, without limitation, damages for loss of business profits, business interruption, loss of business information, or any other pecuniary loss) arising out of the use of or inability to use this software.

Download the two-way communications demo software