Scanner Recommendations
Review recommended USB and wireless barcode scanners for locating Monolith records and verifying items during Audits.
Monolith works with standard USB and wireless barcode scanners that behave like keyboard input.
Scanners can be used with Monolith barcodes and QR codes to quickly locate records without manually searching for an Evidence Number or other identifier.
They are especially useful during physical inventory and Audit workflows.
Recommended Scanner
Tera Pro 8100 Wireless Barcode Scanner
The Tera Pro 8100 Wireless Barcode Scanner is a recommended option for use with Monolith.
It supports:
Barcode scanning
QR code scanning
USB connectivity
Wireless connectivity
Windows
macOS
This makes it a flexible option for desktop workstations, laptops, and physical Audit workflows where users may need to move around the lab.
Using Scanners With Monolith
When a supported barcode or QR code is scanned, Monolith can use the encoded identifier to locate the corresponding record.
A common workflow is:
Scanning can reduce manual searching when working with larger Evidence or Storage inventories.
Scanners and Audits
Scanners are particularly useful during Audits.
As your team works through a physical inventory, scanning the Monolith label can help identify the corresponding item and support the verification workflow.
See Using a Scanner for detailed Audit scanning guidance.
Scanner Setup
Most standard scanners do not require special configuration within Monolith.
Before using a scanner for a large workflow:
Connect the scanner to the computer.
Confirm the operating system recognizes the device.
Open Monolith.
Scan a known Monolith barcode or QR code.
Confirm that the expected record can be located.
Testing the scanner before beginning an Audit can help identify connectivity or configuration issues in advance.
Labels and Scanning
The barcode or QR code printed on a Monolith label must contain the appropriate Monolith identifier for the scanning workflow to work correctly.
See Item Labels for information about creating label templates and using supported QR code and barcode variables.
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