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Honeywell Gen8 DB Miniature OEM 2D Barcode Decoder Board (for N6803 / N670X MIPI)
Honeywell Gen8 DB Miniature OEM 2D Barcode Decoder Board (for N6803 / N670X MIPI)
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The Honeywell Gen8 DB is a next-generation miniature OEM 2D barcode decoder board engineered to deliver high-performance processing and rapid decoding in space-constrained embedded devices. Powered by an Ingenic 1.2 GHz dual-core processor, 4x memory speed, and Honeywell's Smart Adaptus 8.0 imaging architecture, the Gen8 DB provides low-latency barcode reading, optical character recognition (OCR), and SwiftDecoder microservices for mission-critical enterprise applications.
Built with an ultra-compact 20 mm × 14 mm footprint, a high-speed MIPI scan engine interface, and versatile board-to-board host connectivity supporting USB High Speed and RS-232 TTL serial, the Gen8 DB offers a seamless migration path from legacy Gen7 DB platforms. Designed specifically to pair with Honeywell N6803MR, N6803FR, and N670X MIPI scan engines, it is the ideal decoding solution for mobile computers, payment terminals, healthcare devices, wearable scanners, and industrial kiosks.
Key Features & Benefits
- Smart Adaptus 8.0 Architecture: Integrates advanced dual-core 1.2 GHz processing and 4x memory bandwidth to decode complex 1D, 2D, postal, and DPM barcodes with superior snappiness.
- Ultra-Compact Miniature Footprint: Measuring just 20 mm × 14 mm × 4.8 mm, the board maximizes design and real estate flexibility in ultra-slim handheld and wearable equipment.
- High-Speed MIPI Interface: 34-pin connector connects directly to MIPI camera sensors, reducing hardware engineering costs and streamlining camera module integration.
- Dual Host Interface Support: High-density board-to-board connector provides USB 2.0 High Speed (480 Mbps) and RS-232 TTL serial communications.
- Frictionless Upgrade from Gen7 DB: Shares mechanical compatibility and integration continuity to ease design transitions from Gen7 DB without major board redesigns.
- Beyond-Barcode Functionality: Supports value-added applications including OCR font reading, driver license parsing (Honeywell EasyDL), and custom image capture workflows.
- Low Power Optimization: Multiple operational power states (operation, idle, standby/suspend, and power off) to maximize battery longevity in portable deployments.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Processor Architecture | Ingenic 1.2 GHz Dual-Core Processor with 4x Memory Bandwidth |
| Software & Platform | Smart Adaptus 8.0 Platform; EZConfig Utility; HSM USB Serial Driver; SwiftDecoder microservices; Honeywell EasyDL support |
| Compatible Scan Engines | Honeywell N6803MR, N6803FR, and N670X MIPI Series Miniature OEM 2D Imagers |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 20 mm × 14 mm × 4.8 mm [0.79 in × 0.55 in × 0.19 in] |
| Engine Interface (Input) | 34-pin connector for scan engine MIPI interface |
| Host Interface (Output) | High-density board-to-board connector supporting RS-232 TTL and USB 2.0 High Speed (480 Mbps) |
| Input Voltage | 3.15 V to 3.45 V DC (Nominal 3.3 V) |
| Power Consumption (Gen8 DB + N6803MR) | Operating: 475 mA (RS) / 490 mA (USB FS/HS); Idle (Engine on): 175–200 mA; Idle (Engine off): 125–135 mA; Standby/Suspend: 3.8–4.5 mA; Inrush: 700 mA max |
| Power Consumption (Gen8 DB + N6803FR) | Operating: 417 mA (RS) / 422–432 mA (USB); Idle (Engine on): 148–165 mA; Idle (Engine off): 125–138 mA; Standby/Suspend: 8.0–8.3 mA; Inrush: 650 mA max |
| Status Indicators | Beeper and green Good Read LED signals routed via output connector |
| Operating Temperature | -30°C to 60°C [-22°F to 140°F] |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to 70°C [-40°F to 158°F] |
| Humidity | Up to 95% RH at 60°C [140°F], non-condensing |
| Shock Resistance | 18 shocks at 3,500 G / 0.4 ms |
| Reliability (MTBF) | 1,741,553 hours (MIL-HDBK-217F Ground Benign) |
| Regulatory & Safety | EMC Class B, FCC Class B; CB Scheme IEC 62368-1:2018; UL/c-UL Recognized Component UL 62368-1 3rd Ed, CSA C22.2 No. 62368-1 |
Decoder Board Generations Comparison
| Characteristic | Gen8 DB | Gen7 DB | Mini DB | Gen6 DB |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Compatibility | N6803MR/FR, N670X MIPI | N670X Series, EX30, N3601 | N560X Series, N660X Series | N560X Series, N660X Series |
| Dimensions | 20 × 14 × 4.8 mm | 20 × 14 mm | 20 × 14 mm | 39.8 × 19.1 mm |
| Processor | Ingenic 1.2 GHz Dual-Core | Ingenic 1.0 GHz Dual-Core | i.MX25, 400 MHz | i.MX25, 400 MHz |
| Host Interface | TTL Serial, USB 2.0 HS (480 Mbps) | TTL Serial, USB | TTL Serial, USB | TTL Serial, USB 1.1 / USB 2.0 |
| Connection Type | Board-to-Board | Board-to-Board, Board-to-ZIF | Board-to-Board, Board-to-ZIF | MicroUSB, Board-to-ZIF |
| Input Voltage | 3.3 V | 3.3 V | 3.3 V | 3.3 V, 5 V |
Supported Symbologies
| Category | Symbologies |
|---|---|
| 1D / Linear | Codabar, Code 11, Code 128, Code 2 of 5, Code 39, Code 93 and 93i, EAN/JAN-13, EAN/JAN-8, IATA Code 2 of 5, Interleaved 2 of 5, Matrix 2 of 5, MSI, UPC-A, UPC-E, UPC-A/EAN-13 with Extended Coupon Code, Coupon GS1 DataBar, Code 32 (PARAF), EAN-UCC Emulation, GS1 DataBar Omnidirectional/Limited/Expanded |
| 2D Stacked | Codablock A, Codablock F, PDF417, MicroPDF417 |
| 2D Matrix | Aztec Code, Data Matrix, MaxiCode, QR Code, Micro QR Code, Chinese Sensible (Han Xin) Code, Grid Matrix, Dot Code |
| Postal Codes | Australian Post, British Post, Canadian Post, China Post, Japanese Post, Korea Post, Netherlands Post, Planet Code, Postnet |
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