Known Issue: Barcode scanner with carriage return

Issue: When scanning in a barcode during patron registration, many scanners have a built in carriage return that Submits the form before all off the data is in put.

Explanation: Barcode scanners are often set up to scan the number with a built in “Enter” or “Return” character, facilitating check in and check out procedures.

Work Around: Liz has rearranged the patron registration form in the test environment, moving the Library Management section to the end and the barcode as the last element to complete. Liz has also added wording to the OPAC log in, indicating that ANY user name and password can be used by the patron. The library card numbers and 4-digit pins migrated from Sirsi, but these can be changed.

The new wording by OPAC login (not yet live)

The barcode number is the last thing you would enter on the Patron Registration Form.

Status: This change has been approved and is now live on the production server.

Post questions in the comments.

One Response to “Known Issue: Barcode scanner with carriage return”

  1. TheBarcodeGuy says:
    August 28, 2008 at 7:28 am

    Every barcode scanner has the ability to be programmed to remove the default. Just visit the manufacturer’s web site and download the manual. Use of a barcode font gives you the ability to embed control characters in the barcode, such as a , or to help you navigate your screen menus. Extended Code 39 is one such barcode symbology.

    Let me know if I can be of any help.

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