Barcode Scanners
If you are looking up any number of ISBN's regularly, you should be using a barcode scanner. Instead of typing in ISBNs by hand, a barcode scanner allows you to quickly scan a barcode in a fraction of a second. It doesn't sound like much, but once you've used a barcode scanner, you'll consider it one of the best investments you've ever made.
We've personally used both of these types of barcode scanners for quite some time. Both work well, but the laser scanner will be faster with a large number of books due to its hands-free mode
CCD Barcode Scanner
Features & Usage:
- Push a button on the top to scan a barcode
- Must be held up within millimeters of barcode to read
- USB Connection works on nearly any PC or Mac
- Pre-programmed, simple to install and to use
Price: $40.00 (Free Shipping)
Laser Barcode Scanner
Features & Usage:
- Uses a laser that can read barcodes up to about a foot away
- Includes a stand, and can be configured for "hands free" operation so you just wave the barcode under the laser
- USB Connection works on nearly any PC or Mac
- Pre-programmed, simple to install and to use
Price: $80.00 (Free Shipping)