In business activities, especially the retail industry, barcode scanners are commonly used to support business activity processes. In the retail industry itself, the use of barcode scanners is an absolute part to simplify and speed up purchase transactions. Previously, before using barcode scanners, cashiers input sales manually using the name of the item or item code. But now the manual process has been replaced by barcode scanners.
In this article we will discuss all about barcode scanner and its DJID certification requirements in Indonesia.
What is barcode scanner?
Barcode scanner is an electronic device used to read and decode information contained in a barcode. A barcode itself is a visual representation of machine-readable data, usually in the form of vertical lines of varying thickness and spacing.
A barcode does not contain descriptive data from an item, but only encryption of a number of digits. When the number is scanned using a barcode scanner, the code will automatically be directly connected to the item data. The barcode scanner results contain data from various products such as vendor name, product name, price, and other supporting data.
Types of barcode scanners
There are several types of barcode scanners that can be used differently. Therefore, it is important to know the type of barcode scanner for supporting our business activities.
- Wired barcode scanners: use a USB or PS/2 cable to connect directly to a computer. Wired barcode scanners are generally plug-and-play and do not require complicated setup.
- Wireless barcode scanners: use wireless technology like Bluetooth to connect to other devices. Wireless barcode scanners offer greater flexibility in use.
- Handheld barcode scanners: usually portable and can be either wired or wireless. Handheld barcode scanners are suitable for applications that require mobility.
- Desktop barcode scanners: designed for stationary use, such as at a store or library checkout.
- Integrated barcode scanners: some modern devices such as smartphones or tablets have the ability to scan barcodes without the need for additional devices.
Connecting wireless barcode scanners to computers
Now we will focus more on discussing wireless barcode scanners and regulatory control for this type of barcode scanner in Indonesia. Generally, wireless barcode scanners use Bluetooth technology to communicate with other devices. Here are the steps to connect a wireless barcode scanner to another device such as a computer, smartphone, or POS tablet.
- Make sure Bluetooth on the barcode scanner is active and ready to be paired with another device.
- Turn on Bluetooth on the device to be connected such as a computer, smartphone, or POS tablet.
- Perform the pairing process, some devices may require confirmation to complete the pairing process.
- If the barcode scanner is paired, it means that the barcode scanner is already connected to another device.
- Once successfully paired, the scanner will connect to another device, and it is ready to scan the barcodes.
DJID certification for barcode scanners
As mentioned earlier that a barcode scanner uses Bluetooth connectivity to connect with other devices. This technology requires strict monitoring from the authority to ensure there is no frequency interference or harm action during its operation.
Therefore, the Bluetooth barcode scanner can be classified as telecommunication devices and need to be complied with technical standard in Indonesia. The process of fulfilling the technical standards is carried out through DJID certification process.
By processing DJID certification, it indicates that barcode scanner with Bluetooth feature has complied with applicable technical standards and can be marketed legally in Indonesia. Before processing DJID certification, it is necessary to perform RF and EMC tests for barcode scanners.
RF test for barcode scanners
As already mentioned before that barcode scanner uses Bluetooth technology for its connectivity. The Bluetooth testing is performed based on the technical regulation of KEPMEN KOMINFO No. 260 year 2024. Below is the required testing parameters for Bluetooth feature in Indonesia.
| Frequency band | Output power | Spurious emission | Testing method |
| 2400 – 2483.5 MHz | < 20 dBm EIRP | ETSI EN 300 328 | ETSI EN 300 328 |
EMC test for barcode scanners
Since most of barcode scanners are supplied by DC power, then both EMC radiated and conducted emissions are required to be tested. The EMC testing process will be based on the international EMC standard of CISPR 32.
The testing of EMC radiated emission for barcode scanners is carried out in the frequency range of 30 – 1000 MHz and 1000 – 6000 MHz. Meanwhile, the testing of EMC conducted emission is carried out at main terminal power of barcode scanners and in the frequency range of 150 kHz – 30 MHz.
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