ID

The In-Sight ID tool functions read alphanumeric data strings contained in linear 1D and 2D symbols. Optionally, the quality of most symbols can be verified according to published specification. The ID tool includes the following functions:

• ReadIDMax: Finds and decodes 1D or 2D symbols (1D/Stacked, Data Matrix, QR Code and Postal) within a region of interest. The function can be configured for a variety of symbologies, a number of results, and can handle a high degree of rotation and perspective distortion. Optionally, can also be used to train Data Matrix and QR Code models, and verify quality metrics.

• ReadIDCode:Decodes information contained in 1D and 2D symbols, optionally verifies quality.

  Note:

  • The ReadIDCode function is only available on In-Sight vision systems using In-Sight firmware 4.x.x, and is not available on In-Sight vision systems running In-Sight firmware 5.1.0 and later. For a complete list of models and supported firmware versions, see Firmware Versions.
  • Cognex recommends that the ReadIDMax function be used instead of the ReadIDCode function, which is a legacy function. The ReadIDMax function has enhanced performance capabilities.
• ValidateIDData: Performs validation of the data decoded from 1D and 2D symbols.
• VerifyIDCode: Used to extract metrics associated with code readability and mark quality from 1D and 2D symbols.