HP Bar Code Card

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HP Bar Code Card

Meet the HP Bar Code Card, a compact USB barcode scanning solution designed to streamline data collection across retail, warehouse, library, and healthcare environments. This bar code card slips into your workflow silently, delivering fast, accurate reads without adding clutter or complexity. Whether you’re updating inventory in a busy store, processing transactions at the register, or logging assets in a back-office system, this USB barcode reader turns physical codes into immediate digital data with minimal effort. Built for durability and everyday use, the HP Bar Code Card provides reliable performance in cash wraps, merchandise aisles, stockrooms, and service counters. Its plug-and-play nature means you can deploy it quickly, with no complicated setup or drivers to chase. Data captured by the card appears as if typed on a keyboard, so you can feed barcode strings directly into POS software, inventory management systems, ERP solutions, or spreadsheet programs. Compatible with a wide range of barcode symbologies, including UPC, EAN, Code 39, and Code 128, it covers the vast majority of barcode formats you’ll encounter. If you need a dependable, cost-effective scanning solution that doesn’t demand specialized training, the HP Bar Code Card is an ideal choice for improving accuracy, speed, and efficiency across your business operations.

  • Plug-and-play USB barcode card: The HP Bar Code Card is designed for effortless setup. Simply connect the device to any available USB port on a laptop, desktop, or POS terminal, and you’re ready to start scanning. No software installation, no complex configuration, and no extra cables required. This makes it ideal for seasonal shops, pop-up events, or warehouses that need rapid deployment. Because it uses USB HID, it behaves like a standard keyboard input, so your existing applications—from Excel and inventory spreadsheets to POS software and ERP systems—immediately receive scanned data without compatibility headaches. This straightforward approach minimizes training time and speeds up workflows, letting you focus on customers and operations rather than device fiddling.
  • Keyboard wedge interface for universal compatibility: Scanned barcodes appear as keystrokes in any active text field, enabling seamless integration with virtually any software that accepts keyboard input. Whether you’re updating a stock count in an inventory management system, adding items at the point of sale, or recording assets in a digital asset register, the HP Bar Code Card fits into your existing workflow with minimal disruption. The keyboard wedge design reduces setup friction and ensures consistent data capture across multiple devices and departments, so teams can collaborate more efficiently without worrying about driver conflicts or software compatibility.
  • Wide barcode support for diverse data capture: Reads the most common barcode types used in retail, logistics, and asset tracking, including UPC, EAN, Code 39, Code 128, and other widely adopted formats. This breadth makes it a versatile tool for multi-channel environments where products and assets arrive with different coding standards. Whether you’re scanning product SKUs at checkout, logging warehouse shipments, or tagging library books, this card delivers reliable reads with minimal delays, helping to keep processes moving and accuracy high.
  • Compact, durable design built for busy environments: With a slim, card-like profile, the HP Bar Code Card fits easily beside keyboards, cash drawers, or on a dashboard without taking up valuable space. Its rugged construction is designed to withstand daily use in high-throughput settings, reducing wear and tear from constant handling. The unobtrusive form factor makes it suitable for point-of-sale counters, stockroom desks, and mobile carts alike, ensuring you can deploy scanning capabilities exactly where you need them most.
  • Boosts accuracy and speed to improve operations: By converting barcode data into machine-readable input instantly, this USB card minimizes manual data entry errors and speeds up transactions, inventory counts, and asset tracking. Faster scans mean shorter lines at checkout, faster cycle counts in warehouses, and more accurate stock levels in your ERP or inventory management system. The HP Bar Code Card helps teams process more items per hour, reduce human error, and free up staff to focus on customer service and value-added tasks.

Technical Details of HP Bar Code Card

  • Interface: USB
  • Connection type: USB HID keyboard wedge
  • Supported barcode symbologies: UPC, EAN, Code 39, Code 128, and other common formats
  • Power: USB-powered; no external power supply required
  • Compatibility: Works with devices that support USB HID input (Windows, macOS, Linux environments)
  • Form factor: Compact, card-style reader designed for unobtrusive use at desks, counters, or carts

How to install HP Bar Code Card

  • Connect the HP Bar Code Card to an available USB port on your computer, tablet, or POS terminal. There is no software to install—the device uses a universal USB HID interface and will be recognized automatically by most operating systems.
  • Open a text field in the software where you want scanned data to appear (for example, a product entry form, a spreadsheet, or a POS item lookup).
  • Begin scanning barcodes. Each scan will produce the barcode data as keystrokes, just like typing the numbers or characters by hand. If you need to separate scans or end a sequence, you can configure a suffix or prefix in your software or add an optional barcode that signals the end of a batch, depending on your workflow.
  • Optionally test different scanners’ performance with your typical barcode stock. If certain barcodes are not reading reliably, ensure they are clean, properly printed, and legible. In most cases, fast, reliable reads occur consistently across common label standards.
  • If you require integration into a specific application, consult the application’s input field behavior. Because the data is delivered as keyboard input, you can often use existing forms and templates without needing additional configuration.

Frequently asked questions

  • Q: What is the HP Bar Code Card used for? A: It is a USB-based barcode scanning solution that feeds scanned data directly into software as keyboard input. It’s ideal for inventory management, point-of-sale transactions, asset tracking, library cataloging, and other data-entry workflows where fast, accurate barcode capture is essential.
  • Q: Which barcode types can it read? A: The HP Bar Code Card supports the most common barcode symbologies, including UPC, EAN, Code 39, and Code 128, among others. This broad compatibility covers the vast majority of items you’ll encounter in retail, logistics, and asset management.
  • Q: Do I need drivers or special software to use it? A: No. The device is designed for plug-and-play use with USB HID compatibility. You should be able to use it with most systems and applications without additional drivers. Some applications may offer optional configuration for suffixes or prefixes if you need to tailor the input.
  • Q: Is it compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux? A: Yes. As a USB HID keyboard wedge, the HP Bar Code Card is designed to work with Windows, macOS, and Linux environments that support standard USB keyboard input.
  • Q: Can I use this scanner with mobile devices? A: If your mobile device supports USB OTG (on-the-go) and recognizes USB HID input, you can connect the HP Bar Code Card to compatible tablets or smartphones. Always verify device compatibility with your operating system and the specific peripheral support on your device.
  • Q: How can I improve scanning performance? A: Ensure proper barcode quality (no damage or severe distortion), adequate lighting for printed labels, and clean scanning surfaces. For best results, print high-contrast labels, and avoid reflective coatings that can interfere with read accuracy. If your workflow requires high-volume scanning, consider placing the reader within easy reach of the operator and using consistent scanning angles to reduce misreads.

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