Option 6.4.15. Configure a DataMatrix Bar Code

About this task

DataMatrix is a:

  • Two dimensional matrix symbology, which is made up of square modules arranged with a perimeter finder pattern.
  • Two-dimensional bar code type.
Option Description
Bar Code
Width Bar code width from left to right in points
Rotation Options going counter-clockwise are:
0o No rotation
90o Left-Vertical
180o Upside down
270o Right-vertical
Bar Color Color of the bar characters.
Background Color Color of the area behind the bars that is background.
* Colors can be customized through the Color palette.
Select Custom in the Color field to display the palette.

Procedure

  1. Select the Data Source tab.
  2. Click Static.
  3. Make a valid entry in the Text box.

    Note: Also make sure that values from other data sources adhere to these requirements.

    Requirements Description
    Valid characters Full ASCII
    Numeric 0-9
    Binary data

    DataMatrix uses sophisticated error correction algorithms to insure data integrity.

  4. Click Apply.
  5. Click OK.

Results

The bar code displays your default specifications.