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Some finishers require a minimum number of digits for the sheet number and/or total
number of sheets. The maximum value is 10. "0" is used as padding character.
3. [Type]
• [1D bar code]
Linear or 1D barcodes use a series of variable-width lines and spaces to encode data.
Linear barcodes hold just a few dozen characters, and generally get physically longer as
more data is added.
1D barcodes are dependent on database connectivity to be meaningful. If you scan a
UPC code, for instance, the characters in the barcode have to relate to an item in a
pricing database to be useful.
• [2D bar code]
2D barcodes use patterns of squares, hexagons, dots, and other shapes to encode data.
They can be much smaller while holding more data (hundreds of characters) than 1D
codes. Data is encoded based on both the vertical and horizontal arrangement of the
pattern, thus it is read in two dimensions.
A 2D barcode doesn't just encode alphanumeric information. These codes can also
contain pages, website addresses, voice, and other types of binary data. That means you
can make use of the information whether you are connected to a database or not. A
large amount of information can travel with an item labeled with a 2D barcode.
4. [Encoding]
The selected barcode type determines which barcode encodings are available to you.
5. [Check sum] or [Error correction]
• [1D bar code]
Checksum information can be stored in the barcode to verify the barcode is correct.
• [2D bar code]
There are four error correction levels used for QR codes. Each level adds different
amounts of "backup" data to the QR code. The selected level depends on how much
damage the QR code is expected, and hence how much error correction may be
required:
• Level L - up to 7% damage
• Level M - up to 15% damage
• Level Q - up to 25% damage
• Level H - up to 30% damage
6. [Human readable text]
Enable this option to add the text of the barcode directly under the barcode. Or disable this
option to only show the barcode.
7. [Minimum size]
Some finishers require a minimum barcode size. The minimum size encompasses the
barcode, the margins, and the readable text under the barcode.
8. [Position on sheet]
You can define the location of the barcodes. Use the options [Position on sheet] and [Shift].
• [Color strip]
You can add a color strip to the front side of the printed sheets. The color strip will not be
added to the back side. Color strips are used in PRISMAprepare as color proofing strips on the
printed output.
• [Registration mark for finisher]
Select a registration mark and configure the position of the registration mark on the sheet.
You can create an automated workflow for finishers by using a barcode and a registration mark
for finisher. For example, the automated workflow can be used for the Duplo DC-646. See topic
"Automated workflow by using barcodes for finishers, for example, the Duplo DC-646" in the
technical service manual.
• [Registration marks]
Define the [Layout] settings
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