Barcode, labelling and utility software

FAQs

Labelling related

QL1. What is the difference between dLabel-2k,dBarcode-2k and dIndex-2k?

Answer: All three can print labels. Both dLabel-2k and dBarcode-2k have a built in database which can hold 16 million records or can collect data from ODBC sources; dIndex-2k uses only ODBC sources - but it can write to those sources and well as read them. dBarcode-2k and dIndex-2k can also be used with a keyboard wedge barcode scanner to receive information from the database after a barcode is scanned. These programs may be set to display, print, date-stamp or increment a record when a corresponding barcode is scanned.

dIndex-2k also includes Point-of-sale, Invoice and In-Out units which may be used to track barcoded objects, make up invoices or print receipts. This makes dIndex-2k considerably more powerful than dLabel-2k or dBarcode-2k, but while dLabel-2k and dBarcode-2k are ready for use straight out of the box, dIndex-2k requires more effort to learn and setup! 

Furthermore all programs  can be started by command line start-up (and can be programmed to load a file, print the labels and then close down).

QL2. Can I incorporate pictures into dLabel-2k, dBarcode-2k or dIndex-2k?

Answer: All three can incorporate picture fields into their databases. WMF, BMP, PCX, GIF, JPEG and other picture filenames are stored in the database and the file loaded automatically when required. They can handle several million pictures (limited by your disk space).

QL3. What printer can I use for printing labels with dLabel-2k, dBarcode-2k or dIndex-2k?

Answer: Our label printing programs all print through the standard Windows driver; so if your printer is supported by Windows our software can print to it. You should be aware that label printing requires greater precision than normal page printing and most printer-related problems that we come across arise because a printer is being driven by the wrong printer driver, or the printer driver being setup for the wrong size pages. Our software supports both page printers (lasers and inkjets) and continuous stationery printers (e.g. dot matrix).
For best quality results we normally suggest a laser printer or a modern (solvent based ink) inkjet printer with a straight paper path. For inkjet printers it is always wise to check with the manufacturer whether the printer is suitable for label printing. Some older inkjet printers fold the page very sharply, encouraging the labels to un-peel and jam or damage the machine.
For barcode printing a laser printer is recommended - both because the actual resolution is high and because the ink will not smudge.

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