Barcode Scanners

In this article you will find an overview of barcode scanners that can be used with the Storyous system. You will learn how to connect them, set them up, and what their practical uses are.

Wireless Virtuos Scanner

The Virtuos is a wireless LED scanner for 1D and 2D codes, which connects via USB or Bluetooth. A charging cradle (dock) is included in the package, into which you simply insert the scanner to charge.
The scanner is able to read codes even from mobile device screens or transparent packaging. Therefore, it is suitable also for operations that work with electronic codes (for example, QR codes on a mobile device).

Specifications

• Interfaces: USB / Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz
• Code types: 1D and 2D (QR, DataMatrix, PDF417, and others)
• Wireless connection range:
  • via 2.4 GHz – up to 150 m
  • via Bluetooth – approximately 10 m
• Scanning speed: 60 frames per second
• Battery life: approximately 16 hours
• Charging: via cradle or micro-USB / USB-C
• Read-confirmation: LED + audible signal
• Enclosure rating: IP54 (resistant to dust and splash)

Setup and connection

1. Plug the cradle (dock) into the USB port of your device. After connection the LED indicator lights up or you hear a beep.
2. Insert the scanner into the cradle to start charging. The LED indicator stays lit until the battery is fully charged.
3. Pairing via 2.4 GHz:
   • The 2.4 GHz is a proprietary wireless connection of the scanner to the cradle, which operates in the same frequency band as Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, but does not use either of those standards.
   • The cradle (dock) includes a small USB receiver – when you plug it into the tablet or cash register, the scanner communicates with it directly.
   • Data transmission works like with a keyboard – everything you scan is sent to the device as text input (so-called HID mode).
   • If the connection doesn’t work, scan the pairing code from the bottom of the cradle (code: “2.4G Receiver Pairing”).
4. Bluetooth mode (optional):
   • If you want to use the scanner without the cradle, you can pair it directly via Bluetooth.
   • Scan the programming code from the manual for Bluetooth HID mode, then find the scanner in your device’s Bluetooth settings and pair it.
     

Setting the volume and sounds
The scanner emits a beep upon successful scanning, and a series of beeps on error. The volume can be adjusted or completely muted using the programming codes in the official manual.

📄 Manual scanner Virtuos HW-855A (PDF)

Using the scanner in Storyous

1. In the Storyous administration go to Setup → Products.
2. While editing or creating a product, click into the EAN field and scan the barcode.
3. The changes will appear in the POS app after logging out and logging in again.
4. In the Storyous POS app, when you scan a product, the scanner will automatically add the item to the bill, or open a new bill if none is open.

Sunmi Blink

The Sunmi Blink is an elegant desktop scanner that connects to the POS system via USB cable. It constantly scans the space in front of it, which increases the service speed – the operator does not have to press any button.

Specifications

• Scanning angle: 45°
• Code types: 1D and 2D (including QR)
• Material: durable aluminum frame

Use with Storyous

The Sunmi Blink scanner is suitable for regular sales operations, but also for working with the loyalty program. With it you can easily scan the customer’s QR code from their mobile device to load their loyalty account.

You can find more about how the loyalty program works here: Loyalty Program.

Scanner in PAX A920 Pro Device

The PAX A920 Pro all-in-one device includes an integrated scanner for barcodes and QR codes. That means if you use this device, no external scanner is needed.

Using the built-in scanner you can:

• scan a product’s barcode,
• load a QR code from the loyalty program,
• or other 2D codes directly at the cash register.

You can read more about the device here: 5.5″ PAX All-In-One device.

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