LABELS • Bar Code Labels • Supplies demco.com 42 Bar Code Label Types Single: 5⁄8"H x 2"W Horizontal Pairs: 5⁄8" H x 2"W, 500 numbers/1,000 labels/pkg. Double-stacked: 1st: 5⁄8"H x 2"W 2nd: 3⁄8"H x 2"W • Single Bar Code Labels Handle most basic bar coding needs Mini Single: 5⁄8"H x 15⁄8"W • Mini Singles Fit easily on smaller items (Your Library Name text limited to 20 characters. Only available in Code 3 of 9 and Codabar with a maximum of 9 digits, not available with a check digit or with Interleaved 2 of 5) Pairs: 13/20"H x 19⁄10"W, 500 numbers/pkg. • Pairs Allow you to tag 2 panels of a book Triple-stacked 1st: 5⁄8"H x 2"W 2nd: 5⁄16"H x 2"W 3rd: 5⁄16"H x 2"W • Double- and Triple-stacked Labels Include additional human-readable labels that allow you to match materials by sequential number Your Library Name MAKEEVERYSCANCOUNT With Digital & Laser Bar Code Labels Your Library Name 2 8888 00000 0001 Bar Code Basics What is Bar Code Symbology? The specific arrangement of the bars and spaces follows strict rules, which are defined by the specific bar code “language,” or “symbology” — Demco offers 3 common symbologies: Codabar, Code 3 of 9 and Interleaved 2 of 5. If you are unsure what symbology to choose, refer to the publisher of your library automation software or check the manual. How Do I Choose the Number of Digits for My Bar Code Label Configuration? Refer to your Library’s software specifications. Which Style is Best for You? Why Digital? Ideal for high-circulation collections High readability and first scan accuracy Printed with durable polymerized inks Laminated labels provide protection against abrasion and wear Polyester labels have superior tear-proof resiliency Why Laser? Ideal for lower-circulation collection Economical, high-resolution label Images are heat-fused onto paper via a dry-toner cartridge Covering with a laminate label protector ensures years of use Record Type • Automatically printed on label. Patron labels have a “2,” item labels have a “3” Sequential Number • 1 of the numbers between your beginning and ending numbers Check Digit • Mathematically checks the accuracy of the scan Library System Code • Your 4-digit library number T La Du • 4 • S • A • 0 • T l Fed Ple Pro P13 P13 P13 P13 P13 0042_0043_DemcoP_2019.indd 42 10/22/18 3:28 PM