What is a Telepen Code?
Telepen is a linear barcode symbology designed to represent all 128 ASCII characters without shifting between character sets. It was developed in 1972 for encoding data in a single continuous stream, which makes it particularly useful for applications requiring the representation of complex character sets, such as full alphanumeric and control characters. Telepen encodes the data into a continuous line that increases the barcode’s length depending on the character size and type.
Where is a Telepen Code Used?
Telepen codes are mainly used in libraries, healthcare, and the educational sector where a wide range of character sets, including control characters, are required. Its ability to represent long alphanumeric strings without increasing barcode density has made it suitable for environments needing accurate identification, such as:
- Library systems for cataloging and tracking books
- Healthcare for patient identification and lab sample tracking
- Educational institutions for student or inventory tracking
Telepen is particularly favored for older systems where other more complex barcode symbologies might not have been available or supported.
How Does Dynamsoft Barcode Reader Read a Telepen Code?
Dynamsoft Barcode Reader SDK offers efficient and robust decoding for Telepen barcodes. Its advanced decoding algorithms can accurately detect and read Telepen codes even in challenging conditions, such as low resolution, poor lighting, or distortions due to scanning angles.
The SDK is highly customizable, allowing developers to tweak settings based on their specific application’s requirements, ensuring optimal performance across various scenarios where Telepen is used.
