Ultra-Rugged Cordless 2D Imager

FUZZYSCAN A898BT

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A898BT

Ultra-rugged 2D cordless imager for demanding and industrial applications

Engineered to fulfill demanding industrial requirements, the A898BT is crafted with an extremely sturdy construction, boasting unparalleled reliability and longevity in the harshest environments. Powered by Cino's exclusive imaging technology, high performance image sensor and dual-color lighting system, the A898BT effortlessly reads a wide range of challenging and problematic real-world barcodes with unrivaled accuracy and motion tolerance. Its broad Bluetooth connectivity, wireless charging capability, and battery-free solution contribute to reduced total ownership costs. The A898BT stands as a perfect solution for any business looking to fulfill critical missions across various demanding industrial applications.

Ultimate Reliability

The A898BT offers a full set of protective features in an ultra-durable design, ensuring long-lasting performance and reliability.

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water proof

IP68 Sealing Protection

With IP68 sealing, the A898BT provides exceptional protection against dust and water.

Extreme Shock Resistance

Designed to accompany front-line workers in harsh working environments, the A898BT easily withstands multiple 3-meter drops and over 8,000 tumbles.

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Exceptional Charging Reliability

Thanks to the wireless charging mechanism, the downtime caused by charging failure will be significantly reduced.

Enhanced ESD Protection

The A898BT withstands up to ±30KV of ESD surge.

Scan All Your Needs

Powered by Cino’s exclusive AI-driven imaging technology, the A898BT not only reads a vast array of challenging and problematic barcodes, but also those displayed on digital screens, wrinkled, dirty, soiled, curved or watermarked surfaces.

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Exclusive imaging platform

Cutting Edge Imaging Technology

Embedded with AI technology and deep learning, the A898BT delivers unrivaled readability and snappiness, as well as accuracy across most real-world barcodes. To fulfill different scanning requirements across diverse embedded applications, a lineup of models is available for choice.

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Extensive Selection of Models

To fulfill your scanning needs, a lineup of model is available for selection.

High-Density model reads very high-density and DPM codes with a moderate reading range by incorporating an advanced DPM decoding algorithm.

High-Density model reads high-density barcodes and DPM codes with a moderate reading range, and delivers superior readability on challenging barcodes.

Standard-Range model reads most real-world barcodes with an excellent reading range, ideal for various general-purpose applications.

To fulfill different host interface, you can select either USB or Serial model. Both LED aimer and Laser aimer are also available for choice.

Wireless Connectivity and Beyond

For Cino cordless imagers, superior performance is just the start. Comprehensive connectivity and one-step pairing will change the way you work by providing more agility, flexibility, and productivity.

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The Smart Cradle Advantage

Instant cordless migration

No Bluetooth? Not a problem! Pair your A898BT imager with Cino's Smart Cradle or Smart Dongle to instantly overcome the lack of Bluetooth connectivity. Without any additional costs, this instant "Plug-and-Play " cordless migration provides you with a working range of up to 100 meters.

Various connection possibilities

Broad connectivity

Through the HID or SPP profile, Cino cordless imagers can connect to the most popular Bluetooth-enabled Windows, MAC, and Linux hosts as well as Android and iOS mobile devices.

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One-Step & Hassle-Free Pairing

Pairing Cino cordless imagers is a breeze - just "Scan to pair ". Scan the "quick pair barcode " on the smart cradle or smart dongle to instantly pair with your A898BT. To pair the A898BT with your remote host, you can easily scan the “Quick Pair Barcode” generated by Cino ConnectWizard™ to simplify the Bluetooth pairing process.

Multifunctional USB Port

Multifunctional USB Port

With a built-in USB port, your scanner can function as a corded scanner if needed. Alternatively, it can be connected to a power source while working to further reduce downtimes and productivity losses.

Cino Wireless Charging Solution

By leveraging Qi technology, Cino's wireless charging solution highlights the advantages of reliability and cost-effectiveness. Without physical charging contacts, this wireless charging solution delivers remarkable reliability and a lower total cost of ownership to extract the most value from the A898BT.

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Lower Total Cost of Ownership

Lower Total Cost of Ownership

Physical contact pins often get dirty, oxidized, bent, or broken over time; requiring a lot of maintenance and cleaning. Cino's wireless charging solution eliminates the need for physical charging contacts. This means significantly less field service and maintenance efforts. Furthermore, reduced downtime also minimizes productivity losses to give great cost-performance value to the A898BT.

Enhanced ESD & Sealing Protection

Enhanced ESD & Sealing Protection

Electrostatic discharges often result in damage to electronic components. Thanks to the contactless design enabled by wireless charging, both the scanner and cradle are equipped with crevice-free enclosures with better sealing to provide superior ESD and water-dust protection.

More Reliable Charging

More Reliable Charging

Wireless charging is straightforward, foolproof, and user-friendly. Thanks to the optimal design, the A898BT fits perfectly with its wireless charging cradle. This means exceptional charging reliability with less charging failures from wobbly or shaky movements.

Optimal Cradle Design

Optimal Cradle Design

In addition to providing charging stability, the cradle also has an optimal design to further streamline presentation scanning.

UltraCap™, a Battery-Free Solution

The Cino Battery-Free solution is powered by the UltraCap™ Capacitor. This alternative power source is purpose-built with cost-saving and environmental sustainability in mind. The UltraCap™ Capacitor is ideal for applications requiring a very quick charge to fulfill short to medium term operations such as retail, hospitality, healthcare, and so on.

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Swappable & Interchangeable

Swappable & Interchangeable

The UltraCap™ features a swappable design. It is not only interchangeable with a standard Li-ion battery, but also compatible with all FuzzyScan cordless hand-held imagers.

Lower Total Cost of Ownership

Lower Total Cost of Ownership

In an UltraCap™'s lifespan, you would otherwise use more than 25 standard Li-ion batteries. Therefore, this battery-free solution not only significantly lowers your battery replacement costs but also minimizes the potential loss of productivity caused by dead batteries.

Extended Working Time

Extended Working Time

With a capacity of 750 Farads, the UltraCap™ boasts the largest capacity among its type, and provides the longest working time by far compared to all its competitors. Each full charge is able to support more than 4,200 scans. Even with intensive use, this is enough to last for at least one hour.

Quick Get-Up-And-Go

Quick Get-Up-And-Go

Out of power? No worries. Every 1-minute quick charge is able to support 130 scans. Compared to the standard Li-ion battery, this feature maximizes uptime and allows you to complete short-term scanning operations in a timely fashion.

Eco-Friendly for a Healthier Planet

Eco-Friendly for a Healthier Planet

The long lifespan of UltraCap™ helps reduce lots of e-waste while also exemplifying ESG consciousness and environmental sustainability in the business world.

Enhanced User Experience

Designed with sharp aiming and multifaceted notification feedback via visual, audio, as well as tactile indications, the A898BT delivers superior usability and a great user experience.

Multifaceted Feedback
LED Light

Visual Feedback

LED lights emit conspicuous, multi-color signals to help users clearly identify the current status at a quick glance.

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Audio Feedback

The A898BT imager uses audio indicators to indicate its various statuses. It features a loud beeper that allows you to adjust volume and tone.

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Tactile Feedback

Beeping sounds are considered disruptive in certain circumstances. Vibration is available as an option on this imager to provide tactile feedback to users. This is suitable for both quiet and noisy environments.

Value beyond Measure

FuzzyScan DNA is a collection of useful features with added-values available for every Cino imager at no additional cost. These exclusive features not only elevate your user experience, but also help you overcome various technical limitations beyond barcode scanning.

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DataWizard

DataWizard is a unique feature designed for FuzzyScan scanners, which enables users to program the scanner to fit their specific needs without modifying their host application.
This includes performing various types of data manipulation, extraction, and validation; and scanner feedback customization. DataWizard gives Cino's FuzzyScan scanners a competitive edge to stand out in the marketplace.

DataWizard

DataWizard enables FuzzyScan barcode scanners to execute custom data processing and operation control tasks.

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Custom Data Processing

Scanned data can be manipulated into any specific format prior to transmission, including insertion, deletion, matching, verification, substitution, and reorganization. They can also be parsed to extract specific information for various purposes, such as age verification or product order checking.

Multifaceted Feedback

The scanner's status indications through beeping, LED lights, and vibration can all be controlled through DataWizard. Users can therefore customize audio, visual, and tactile feedbacks according to their preferences. DataWizard Premium puts you in control of your scanner.

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PDF417

Parse PDF417 data from a driver's license to extract information regarding age and eligibility for alcohol purchases.

GS1

GS1

Parse application identifiers (AIs) of GS1 barcode to populate corresponding fields in the host application's databases.

UDI

UDI

Parse UDI information from medical devices to identify the manufacturer, expiration dates, and other required information.

Multilingual Edge

Multilingual Edge, No more language barriers

With Multilingual Edge, scanned data can be output into various languages through Bluetooth, USB, or RS232 host interfaces. In addition to languages using Latin script such as English, Cino scanners also support language conversion into scripts like Arabic, Cyrillic, Greek, and Turkish; and even Asian language scripts such as Traditional and Simplified Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Thai. The Multilingual Edge feature enables users to share data across linguistic barriers, expanding their business horizons.

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iCode

iCode, single scan setup

The iCode feature is a macro command barcode designed to streamline your setup process and to eliminate the need for scanning multiple command barcodes. Your entire setup can thus be completed with a single scan of an iCode. Using iCode allows you to easily switch the use of the scanner between different application scenarios. This simplified process reduces the risk of errors, accelerates deployments, and reduces field service expenses. iCodes can be generated using Data Matrix or PDF417 barcodes.

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Smart Scene

Smart Scene, easily adapt to diverse applications

Smart Scene minimizes configuration efforts by allowing you to choose from preset optimal settings tailored to particular scenarios. Simply pick the scene option that suits your specific application, then point and scan! Smart Scene empowers you to attain exceptional scanning results with minimal effort.

Security Plus

Security Plus

Security Plus guards your host application by restricting access from unauthorized scanners. Thanks to this security mechanism, users can set the host applications to work exclusively with scanners containing their own authentication key, Security Plus is available free of charge, delivering an easy and secure solution that protects businesses at no extra cost.

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