Beam supports label printers for creating barcode, QR code, and RFID-encoded labels, as well as IoT status lamps for visual feedback during scanning and warehouse operations.
Printers
Supported printer models
| Model | Manufacturer | Max Resolution | RFID Capable |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zebra ZD620 | Zebra | 300 DPI | Yes |
| Zebra ZD421 | Zebra | 300 DPI | Yes |
| Zebra ZT411 | Zebra | 300 DPI | Yes |
| Zebra ZT610 | Zebra | 600 DPI | Yes |
| Brother TD-4550DNWB | Brother | 300 DPI | No |
| TSC TX200 | TSC | 203 DPI | No |
| TSC TX600 | TSC | 600 DPI | Yes |
Setting up a printer
- Go to Devices and tap Add Device.
- Choose Printer as the device type.
- Beam will scan your network for available printers.
- Select your printer from the list of discovered devices.
- For Bluetooth printers, ensure the printer is paired with your device before scanning.
Configuring printer settings
After connecting a printer, you can adjust its settings:
- Print darkness Controls how dark the print output appears. Increase for better readability, decrease to save ribbon.
- Print speed Adjusts how fast labels are printed. Slower speeds generally produce better print quality.
- Resolution Set the print resolution (DPI) to match your label requirements.
- Label configuration Set the label size, type (continuous or die-cut), gap distance, and print orientation.
- Cutter & peeler Enable automatic label cutting or peeling if your printer supports it.
- Auto-calibration Run the printer's auto-calibration routine to ensure proper label alignment and detection.
What you can print
Beam allows you to print several types of labels and documents:
- Barcode labels Standard 1D barcode labels for item identification.
- QR code labels 2D QR codes that can encode more information and are easily scanned with phone cameras.
- RFID-encoded labels Labels that include both a printed barcode or QR code and an encoded RFID chip.
- Text labels Custom labels with item names, descriptions, or other text.
- Packing slips Summary documents for orders and shipments.
IoT Lamps
Supported lamp models
| Model | Manufacturer | Sound Support |
|---|---|---|
| Beam Status Pro | Beam | Yes |
| Beam Status Basic | Beam | No |
| Beam Tower RGB | Beam | Yes |
| Stack Light 3-Color | Generic | No |
Status colors
IoT-lampen gebruiken een eenvoudig kleursysteem om de status in één oogopslag te communiceren:
- Green OK. The scanned item is recognized and everything is in order.
- Orange Warning. The item is recognized but there may be an issue to review.
- Red Alert. The item is not recognized, there is an error, or immediate attention is needed.
Trigger modes
Lampen kunnen op verschillende manieren worden geactiveerd, afhankelijk van je workflow:
- Handmatig Activeer de lamp handmatig vanuit de app.
- Bij scan De lamp wordt automatisch geactiveerd wanneer een item wordt gescand en toont de kleur van het scanresultaat.
- Drempelwaarde De lamp verandert van kleur op basis van voorraaddrempels (bijvoorbeeld rood wanneer de voorraad onder het minimum daalt).
Configuring lamps
Je kunt het gedrag van elke lamp aanpassen:
- Statuskleuren Definieer welke kleuren bij welke statussen horen.
- Automatisch terugkeren naar inactief Stel in hoe lang de lamp de kleur vasthoudt voordat deze terugkeert naar een inactieve (uit) status.
- Geluidsmeldingen Schakel hoorbare meldingen in of uit op modellen die geluid ondersteunen, met verschillende tonen voor verschillende statussen.