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Honeywell Voyager 1400g Installation Guide

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Approximated time: 15-20 min

1. Make sure you have the right Barcode Scanner

The scanner must meet the following requirements: 

• COM Mode:  The Scanner has Serial Emulation Mode (Virtual COM Port Mode)
• USB Interface:  This means that it is connected via USB to the computer.
• It can decode the barcodes format that you want to use:  For example, if you want to use QR codes, the Scanner must be able to decode 2D barcodes. 
• Mobile Screen Reading:  This Barcode Scanner includes Mobile Screen Reading Feature.

2. Install the Drivers of your Honeywell 1400g

 Before using the scanner, some drivers need to be installed on the computer. 

• Make sure the barcode scanner is not plugged in.
• Download the  USB Serial Emulation Mode Drivers (Virtual COM Port Drivers) .  Click here to Download
• Once the driver has been downloaded. Unzip the content in a new folder

• Open the containing folder and right-click on the  setup.bat  file, then click on  Run as Administrator  and follow the steps to complete the installation

3. Scan the configuration Barcodes 

There are 3 barcodes you must scan to properly set-up the scanner.  Once you finish scanning all the barcodes, unplug the scanner and plug it back in:

• Scan the following barcode to enable the Serial Emulation Mode. Once you do that you should hear a beep:

• Scan the following barcode to enable the CR Suffix:

• Finally, the following barcode will enable the presentation mode:

4. Make sure the Reader is correctly connected to the Computer

• Connect the reader to the computer if you haven't done so

• Identify the Barcode Scanner COM number in the  COM/LPT ports Menu . (You will need this number later) 

5. Install the Virtuagym Check-in Client

• Open your portal > Go to Business Settings > Connections >  Click Here to Download the Check-in Client Setup
• After the download has been completed. Double click on the  .exe  file, then click on  Install  to start the installation: 

• When the installation has been completed, you will see the following message indicating that you haven't added a reader yet. Click  OK  to continue.

6. Create a Connection Key in your Portal

Before you continue with the installation process, you have to create a connection in your online portal. A connection is a setting in the system that will enable a communication interface between the online portal and the Check-in Software that you just installed.

To create a new connection:

• Go to your portal >  Business Settings  >  Connections .
• Click on  New  to create a new Connection
• Set a name and a description (Optional)
• Save  the connection

• Once the connection has been saved just click on it and copy the API Key:

7. Setting up the Check-in Client

• Click on  Add New  to add a New  Connection .
• Select  Serial  and enter the  Reader Name .
• Paste the  API Key  in the textbox
• Select the  COM Port  of the Scanner from the drop down menu and Click  OK .
• Then Click on  Restart Program

8. Test the Connection

Once the reader has been added it is recommended to test the connection to make sure it is working. To do so:

• Scan a barcode  by passing it 
• If the Check-in client reacts to the scan, it means that the reader is ready to be used. You will notice that a notification will pop up at the bottom right of your screen and you will see a record in the  Login History  

9. Next Steps

Learn how to connect/associate a card to a member

Learn how to create business rules for Access Control.

Make Check-in Client start on Windows Startup 

 Troubleshooting

• Click here if the system is asking you to enable the smart card service
• Click here if you have a different Barcode Scanner

 Quick Tips

• If you have several scanners attached to the computer, it is recommended to create a connection per scanner. Example: If you have a scanner at the Front desk and another reader in a turnstile, create 2 separate connections in the online portal as well as in the Check-in Client
• If you want your members to use credits for the Check-in,   see how to set up business rules for the Access Control.

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Honeywell Voyager 1400g manual

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Voyager™ 1400g Series

Area-imaging scanner, user’s guide.

View the manual for the Honeywell Voyager 1400g here, for free. This manual comes under the category barcode reader and has been rated by 4 people with an average of a 8. This manual is available in the following languages: English. Do you have a question about the Honeywell Voyager 1400g or do you need help?  Ask your question here

• Table of Contents
• About This Manual
• Unpacking Your Device
• Connecting with USB
• Connecting with Keyboard Wedge
• Connecting with RS232 Serial Port
• Connecting with RS485
• Reading Techniques
• Menu Bar Code Security Settings
• Setting Custom Defaults
• Resetting the Custom Defaults
• Introduction
• Programming the Interface - Plug and Play
• Keyboard Wedge
• Laptop Direct Connect
• RS232 Serial Port
• RS485 Packet Mode
• USB IBM SurePos
• USB PC or Macintosh Keyboard
• CTS/RTS Emulation
• ACK/NAK Mode
• Verifone® Ruby Terminal Default Settings
• Gilbarco® Terminal Default Settings
• Honeywell Bioptic Aux Port Configuration
• Datalogic™ Magellan© Bioptic Aux Port Configuration
• NCR Bioptic Aux Port Configuration
• Wincor Nixdorf Terminal Default Settings
• Wincor Nixdorf Beetle™ Terminal Default Settings
• Keyboard Country Layout
• Keyboard Style
• Keyboard Conversion
• Control Character Output
• Keyboard Modifiers
• RS232 Baud Rate
• RS232 Word Length: Data Bits, Stop Bits, and Parity
• RS232 Receiver Time-Out
• RS232 Timeout
• Scanner-Bioptic Packet Mode
• Scanner-Bioptic ACK/NAK Mode
• Scanner-Bioptic ACK/NAK Timeout
• Power Up Beeper
• Beep on BEL Character
• Trigger Click
• Beeper – Good Read
• Beeper Volume – Good Read
• Beeper Pitch – Good Read
• Beeper Pitch – Error
• Beeper Duration – Good Read
• LED – Good Read
• Number of Beeps – Good Read
• Number of Beeps – Error
• Good Read Delay
• User-Specified Good Read Delay
• LED Illumination - Manual Trigger
• In-Stand Sensor Mode
• Idle Illumination - Presentation Mode
• Presentation Sensitivity
• Presentation Centering
• Mobile Phone Read Mode
• Hands Free Time-Out
• Reread Delay
• User-Specified Reread Delay
• Video Reverse
• Working Orientation
• To Add a Prefix or Suffix:
• To Clear One or All Prefixes or Suffixes
• To Add a Carriage Return Suffix to All Symbologies
• Prefix Selections
• Suffix Selections
• Function Code Transmit
• Intercharacter Delay
• User Specified Intercharacter Delay
• Interfunction Delay
• Intermessage Delay
• Data Format Editor Introduction
• Other Programming Selections
• Terminal ID Table
• Move Commands
• Search Commands
• Miscellaneous Commands
• Data Formatter
• Primary/Alternate Data Formats
• All Symbologies
• Message Length Description
• Codabar Concatenation
• Code 32 Pharmaceutical (PARAF)
• Code 39 Code Page
• Interleaved 2 of 5
• Code 93 Code Page
• Straight 2 of 5 Industrial (three-bar start/stop)
• Straight 2 of 5 IATA (two-bar start/stop)
• Matrix 2 of 5
• ISBT 128 Concatenation
• Code 128 Code Page
• UPC-A/EAN-13 with Extended Coupon Code
• Coupon GS1 DataBar Output
• ISBN Translate
• GS1 DataBar Omnidirectional
• GS1 DataBar Limited
• GS1 DataBar Expanded
• Codablock A
• Codablock F
• MacroPDF417
• MicroPDF417
• UPC/EAN Version
• GS1 Emulation
• TCIF Linked Code 39 (TLC39)
• QR Code Page
• Data Matrix Code Page
• Aztec Code Page
• Chinese Sensible (Han Xin) Code
• China Post (Hong Kong 2 of 5)
• Single 2D Postal Codes:
• Combination 2D Postal Codes:
• Keyboard Function Relationships
• Supported Interface Keys
• To Add a Test Code I.D. Prefix to All Symbologies
• Show Decoder Revision
• Show Scan Driver Revision
• Show Software Revision
• Show Data Format
• Installing EZConfig-Scanning from the Web
• Resetting the Factory Defaults
• Conventions
• Menu Command Syntax
• Menu Commands
• Voyager 1400g Scanner Product Specifications
• Serial Output
• RS485 Output
• Cleaning the Device
• Inspecting Cords and Connectors
• Replacing an Interface Cable
• Troubleshooting a Voyager 1400g Scanner
• Customer Support
• Linear Symbologies
• 2D Symbologies
• Postal Symbologies
• ASCII Conversion Chart (Code Page 1252)
• Lower ASCII Reference Table
• ISO 2022/ISO 646 Character Replacements
• Unicode Key Maps
• Sample Symbols
• Programming Chart

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Where do I get the barcodes that are supposed to be on the inside back cover of the manual? I want the presentation mode to work and can't adjust the sensitivity without the codes. Thanks.

The Honeywell Voyager 1400g is a barcode reader with a 1D/2D scanner type. It features an optical sensor resolution of 640 pixels, providing a high level of accuracy in scanning barcodes. With its standard USB interface, the Voyager 1400g can easily be connected to various devices for seamless data transfer. Weighing just 119 grams, this barcode reader is lightweight and easy to handle, making it suitable for prolonged use without causing discomfort. It has a width of 66 millimeters, ensuring a compact and ergonomic design. The Honeywell Voyager 1400g has a power consumption of 400 mA during operation, ensuring efficient energy usage. In standby mode, it consumes only 0.45 W, further conserving power when not in active use. With an International Protection (IP) code of IP42, this barcode reader offers a moderate level of protection against dust and water, making it suitable for use in various environments. The Voyager 1400g is designed to effectively scan both 1D and 2D barcodes, enabling users to decode a wide range of barcode types. Its high-resolution optical sensor ensures accurate and reliable scanning results. In summary, the Honeywell Voyager 1400g is a lightweight and compact barcode reader with a USB interface. It features a high-resolution optical sensor, making it capable of decoding various 1D and 2D barcodes. With its moderate IP rating, the Voyager 1400g offers a level of protection against dust and water. It is a practical and reliable tool for barcode scanning applications.

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Can't find the answer to your question in the manual? You may find the answer to your question in the FAQs about the Honeywell Voyager 1400g below.

What is the weight of the Honeywell Voyager 1400g?

The Honeywell Voyager 1400g has a weight of 119 g.

What is the height of the Honeywell Voyager 1400g?

The Honeywell Voyager 1400g has a height of 43 mm.

What is the width of the Honeywell Voyager 1400g?

The Honeywell Voyager 1400g has a width of 66 mm.

What is the depth of the Honeywell Voyager 1400g?

The Honeywell Voyager 1400g has a depth of 180 mm.

How do I connect the Honeywell Voyager 1400g barcode reader to my computer?

To connect the Voyager 1400g barcode reader to your computer, you will need to use the USB cable provided. Simply plug one end of the cable into the barcode reader and the other end into an available USB port on your computer. Once connected, the device should be ready to use.

Can I customize the scanning settings of the Voyager 1400g barcode reader?

Yes, the Voyager 1400g barcode reader allows for customization of scanning settings. You can modify various parameters such as barcode type, length, prefix/suffix, and more. By customizing these settings, you can ensure optimal performance and compatibility with your specific scanning requirements.

How do I perform a factory reset on the Voyager 1400g barcode reader?

To perform a factory reset on the Voyager 1400g barcode reader, you can use a simple button combination. Hold down the CodeGate button and the Trigger button simultaneously for approximately five seconds. This will restore the device to its default factory settings.

Can the Voyager 1400g barcode reader scan barcodes displayed on a computer or smartphone screen?

Absolutely! The Voyager 1400g barcode reader is equipped with superior barcode scanning technology that enables it to read barcodes displayed on computer screens, smartphones, and other digital devices. Just position the barcode within the reader's field of view, and it will capture the barcode with ease.

Is it possible to clean the Voyager 1400g barcode reader to maintain optimal performance?

Yes, regular cleaning enhances the longevity and performance of the Voyager 1400g barcode reader. To clean it, you can use a soft, lint-free cloth slightly dampened with a mild soap solution or a non-abrasive cleaner. Gently wipe the scanner's window and exterior surface to remove any dirt, dust, or smudges. Avoid using harsh chemicals or abrasive materials that may damage the device.

What is the optical sensor resolution of the Honeywell Voyager 1400g?

The optical sensor resolution of the Honeywell Voyager 1400g is 640 pixels.

What are the standard interfaces of the Honeywell Voyager 1400g?

The standard interface of the Honeywell Voyager 1400g is USB. This means that it can easily connect to computers and other devices with USB ports.

What is the power consumption of the Honeywell Voyager 1400g?

The power consumption of the Honeywell Voyager 1400g is 400 mA. This is relatively low and efficient, which is beneficial for user's who want to conserve power or use the barcode reader for extended periods of time.

What is the power consumption (standby) of the Honeywell Voyager 1400g?

The power consumption (standby) of the Honeywell Voyager 1400g is 0.45 W. This is a low amount of power consumption, especially in standby mode, which means that it won't drain battery life unnecessarily when not in use.

What is the International Protection (IP) code of the Honeywell Voyager 1400g?

The International Protection (IP) code of the Honeywell Voyager 1400g is IP42. This means that it has a moderate level of protection against liquids and solid objects, making it suitable for most indoor environments.

Is the manual of the Honeywell Voyager 1400g available in English?

Yes, the manual of the Honeywell Voyager 1400g is available in English .

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• Reading Techniques
• Standard Product Defaults
• RS485 Interface
• Keyboard Country
• Add Code ID Prefix to All Symbologies
• Function Code Transmit
• Data Format Editor Instructions
• Programming Chart

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• Page 1 Voyager™ 1400g Series Corded Area-Imaging Scanner Quick Start Guide Aller à www.honeywellaidc.com pour le français. Vai a www.honeywellaidc.com per l'italiano. Gehe zu www.honeywellaidc.com für Deutsch. Ir a www.honeywellaidc.com para español. Para Português, acesse www.honeywellaidc.com.br. Перейти на русскоязычный сайт www.honeywellaidc.com. Pro češtinu jdi na www.honeywellaidc.com. Pre slovenčinu choď...
• Page 2 Note: Refer to your user’s guide for information about cleaning your device. For localized language versions of this document, go to www.honeywellaidc.com. Getting Started Turn off computer’s power before connecting the scanner, then power up the computer once the scanner is fully connected. Power Supply Assembly (if included)
• Page 3 Connecting the Scanner USB: Keyboard Wedge:...
• Page 4 RS232 Serial Port: RS485:...
• Page 5 Note: PDF bar codes can only be read by Voyager models 1400gPDF or 1400g2D and cannot be read by model 1400g1D. 2D bar codes can only be read by Voyager model 1400g2D and cannot be read by models 1400g1D or 1400gPDF.
• Page 6 Standard Product Defaults The following bar code resets all standard product default settings. Standard Product Defaults RS485 Interface The RS485 interface defaults to port 5B. If you have an IBM POS terminal using port 9B, scan the appropriate code below to program the terminal, then power cycle the cash register.
• Page 7 Keyboard Country Scan the Program Keyboard Country bar code below, then scan the numeric bar code(s) from page 11, then the Save bar code to program the keyboard for your country. As a general rule, the following characters are not supported by the scanner for countries other than the United States: @ | $ # { } [ ] = / ‘...
• Page 8 Trigger The following bar codes will allow you to use the scanner in Manual Trigger - Normal Mode (need to press the button to read) or Presentation mode (the scanner is activated when it “sees” a bar code). Manual Trigger - Normal (Default) Presentation Mode Suffix...
• Page 9 Add Code ID Prefix to all Symbologies Scan the following bar code if you wish to add a Code ID prefix to all symbologies at once. Add Code ID Prefix To All Symbologies (Temporary) Note: For a complete list of Code IDs, see the User’s Guide for your product at our website, www.honeywellaidc.com.
• Page 10 Data Format Editor Instructions The following are abbreviated instructions for entering a data format. For complete instructions refer to your User’s Guide, available at our website, www.honeywellaidc.com. 1. Scan the Enter Data Format symbol. 2. Primary/Alternate Format: scan 0 for Primary Format 3.
• Page 11 Programming Chart...
• Page 12 Save...
• Page 13 For localized versions of this document, and to download the User’s Guide, go to www.honeywellaidc.com. Disclaimer Honeywell International Inc. (“HII”) reserves the right to make changes in specifications and other information contained in this document without prior notice, and the reader should in all cases consult HII to determine whether any such changes have been made.

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Honeywell 1400G Voyager Linear/Area-Imaging Scanner with USB Host Interface, 1D Rigid Present Stand, 4.0/5.5 VDC, 400 mA, Black

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• Handheld barcode reader can be used to scan and decode linear 1D barcodes; comes with stand for stationary use
• Laser produces lines of light in omnidirectional pattern to scan barcodes at different angles
• Software upgrade (sold separately) can enable device to scan two-dimensional (2D) and Portable Document Format 417 (PDF417) barcodes
• USB cable can be connected to a computer or another host system (sold separately) to transmit barcode data
• Weighs 119 g (4.2 oz.); measures 180 x 66 x 43 mm/7.1 x 2.6 x 1.7 inches (H x W x D)

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• Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
• Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8 x 4 x 4 inches; 1 Pounds
• Item model number ‏ : ‎ 1400G
• Date First Available ‏ : ‎ September 1, 2004
• Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ HONEYWELL
• ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00EUMSFV0
• #2,362 in Bar Code Scanners

Product Description

The Honeywell 1400G Voyager linear/area-imaging scanner is black, can be held in the hand or set on a stand, produces laser light in an omnidirectional pattern, and can be used to scan linear one-dimensional (1D) barcodes at different angles and decode them. The barcode scanner is small enough to be held in the hand. A stand enables the barcode reader to be used in a fixed position. A laser produces lines of light in an omnidirectional pattern to scan 1D barcodes at different angles. A software upgrade (sold separately) can enable the device to scan two-dimensional (2D) and Portable Document Format 417 (PDF417) barcodes.

The barcode reader's USB cable can be plugged into the USB port of a computer or another host system (sold separately) to transmit barcode data. Honeywell Remote MasterMind 3.0 software (available separately for download) can be used by an administrator to manage the device remotely. It weighs 119 g (4.2 oz.) and measures 180 x 66 x 43 mm/7.1 x 2.6 x 1.7 inches (H x W x D). (H is height, the vertical distance from the lowest to highest point; W is width, the horizontal distance from left to right; D is depth, the horizontal distance from front to back.) It can withstand 30 drops of up to 1.5 m (5') on a concrete floor. For a complete set of product specifications, please see the manufacturer's brochure .

Barcode scanners, also known as barcode readers, can be used to scan and decode barcodes and to transmit barcode data to a computer or another host system. Barcode readers with a single-line laser can be used to scan linear, one-dimensional (1D) barcodes. Some lasers can produce light in an omnidirectional pattern to allow scanning of barcodes from different angles. Other barcode readers contain CCD (charge-coupled device) light sensors instead of a laser for accuracy and wear resistance. Barcode scanners with raster scanning, area imaging, and other scanning technologies can allow scanning of two-dimensional (2D) or Portable Document Format 417 (PDF417) barcodes, among other types. Some barcode readers provide onboard flash memory to allow the storage of barcode data before transmitting it to a computer or host system through a USB cable or wireless WLAN or Bluetooth connection. Many barcode readers have a handle for handheld use and come with a stand or a charging cradle for fixed position applications, while others are designed for stationary use on a counter or another flat surface. Some portable readers are small enough to be carried in a pocket or attached to a lanyard. Barcode readers are used at retail checkout counters and other points of sale (POS) locations and in warehouses and shipping facilities.

Honeywell manufactures products, materials, and technologies used in aerospace, transportation, and automation and control systems. The company, founded in 1885, is headquartered in Morristown, NJ.

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Voyager 1 is 15 billion miles from home and broken. Here's how NASA is trying to fix it.

A scrambled computer signal may be the key that helps NASA engineers resume data transmission from the distant Voyager 1, a spacecraft that was launched in 1977 and now, 15 billion miles from home, is the farthest a human-made object has traveled from Earth.

Voyager 1 – and its sister craft, Voyager 2 – are robotic space probes that became the first spacecraft to leave our solar system and plunge into interstellar space, 11 billion miles from the sun.

They were designed to last five years , but have become the longest-operating spacecraft in history. Both carry gold-plated copper discs containing sounds and images from Earth, contents that were chosen by a team headed by celebrity astronomer Carl Sagan .

Voyager 2, now 12.7 billion miles from Earth, is functioning normally. However, a computer problem aboard Voyager 1 on Nov. 14, 2023, corrupted the stream of science and engineering data the craft is sending to Earth, making it unreadable , arstechnica.com reported.

Voyager 1 can receive communications from Earth. It is still transmitting, but its returning signals have been replaced “with a monotonous dial tone ,” according to space.com.

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What's the problem with Voyager 1?

NASA and Jet Propulsion Laboratory engineers traced the problem to one of Voyager’s three onboard computers, one called a Flight Data System. The system collects information, including:

◾ Data from science instruments that monitor cosmic rays, solar wind particles, the sun's magnetic field, and other phenomena.

◾ Engineering data on spacecraft operating systems.

The Flight Data System gives that information to the spacecraft’s Telemetry Modulation Unit. The The unit converts the data to binary code – consisting of zeros and ones, the simplest form of computer code – then transmits that code to Earth, using Voyager's 12-foot antenna dish.

The data is received by NASA's Deep Space Network , giant 112-foot radio antennas placed around the world. The network handles space communications from several missions.

In November, the Telemetry Modulation Unit transmissions became a repeating pattern of zeros and ones " as if it were stuck ," NASA said.

Engineers restarted the Flight Data System in December, but that failed to fix the problem.

Voyager 1 is far away – and it's getting old

Voyager 1 has been in space for more than 46 years. Attempts to fix problems aboard the spacecraft often mean "consulting original, decades-old documents written by engineers who didn’t anticipate the issues that are arising today," NASA says. 

Engineers have consulted archived documents to find solutions to other Voyager problems in the past, wired.com says.

Engineers need time to understand how new commands will affect the spacecraft and to avoid unintended consequences. It's a complicated, time-consuming process.

A long time lag makes solving the problem more difficult. Voyager is moving at about 38,000 mph. It takes 22.5 hours for an Earth radio signal to reach Voyager and another 22.5 hours for the spacecraft’s reply to reach antenna networks on Earth.

That means engineers must wait 45 hours to get a response and learn if a command has been successful.

What was the key computer signal?

The key signal was received after engineers "poked" the spacecraft.

◾ March 1: Teams send a command known as a “poke” to Voyager. In essence, the poke tells the Flight Data System to try different sequences in its software program, in the hope a corrupted portion can be found and bypassed.

◾ March 3: Engineers receive a new signal from Voyager that is different from both the unreadable dial tone and the spacecraft’s original transmission stream.

◾ March 7: Engineers begin decoding the signal.

◾ March 10: A Deep Space Network engineer finishes decoding the new signal and finds it contains a readout of the spacecraft’s entire Flight Data System memory. That includes instructions for the spacecraft when it receives commands or when its operational status changes. 

The memory also contains science or engineering data for downlink, NASA says.

What happens next?

Engineers will compare the readout to those transmitted before the problem started. They hope to find differences that will help diagnose the problem.

Voyager 2 was launched first on Aug. 20, 1977. Voyager 1 was launched Sept. 5, 1977. It was put on a faster, shorter trajectory, which took it to interstellar space ahead of Voyager 2.

The Voyagers are the only spacecraft in the interstellar void. NASA's New Horizons probe , launched Jan. 19, 2006, flew past Pluto in 2015 and is expected to enter interstellar space in the 2040s.

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Where to download the latest firmware for Voyager 1250g? What is the current / latest standard released firmware for the Voyager 1250g?

• Voyager 1250g
• BO000021BAA, BO000033BAC, BO000050BAC, BO000066BAC

The latest standard firmware release for Voyager 1250g is  BO000066BAC which was released on April 2018. Flashing a Rev. A - C, scanner will show firmware level BO000033BAC, where Rev.D and higher will display BO000065BAC. The previous used release for Voyager 1250g for Rev. A - C is  BO000033BAC and was released October 2013. These Firmware versions can be found here , under Software > Barcode Scanners > Handheld > Voyager 1250g .

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Colorado-based companies Voyager Space, Palantir join forces on national security work in space

by Judith Kohler, The Denver Post

Denver-based companies Voyager Space and Palantir Technologies have signed an agreement to work together on enhancing national security capabilities in the commercial space realm.

A memorandum of understanding approved in February seeks to combine Voyager Space's more than three decades of space exploration and missions with Palantir's software technology and data analysis. The company's customers include the military, law enforcement and health care organizations.

"We are thrilled to collaborate with Palantir, exploring a diverse range of technologies and applications as we operate in a commercial space ecosystem," Marshall Smith, Voyager's chief technology officer, said in a statement.

Shyam Sankar, CTO of Palantir, said in a statement that the partnership represents a commitment to "advancing the frontiers of global commerce, civil, and national security capabilities" while reaffirming industry's role in bringing leading-edge technology to space exploration and security.

Voyager has a history of working on the International Space Station and is one of a handful of companies selected by NASA to design and develop commercial space stations. The ISS is expected to be retired in 2030. China's Tiangong space station is the only other one currently in operation.

"We are the only private company in the world that owns our own private real estate on the ISS. Everything else is owned by a nation-state," Matthew Kuta, Voyager president and co-founder, said in an interview.

The company has the Bishop airlock, which allows movement between the inside of the station and space, provides a research area and allows the release of satellites and other items into space. Kuta said Voyager has conducted 1,300 missions to the ISS and deployed more than 340 satellites.

Whether it's the International Space Station or Starlab, the station being developed by Voyager and Airbus Defense and Space, a space station can provide a large power supply for a company such as Palantir to process data collected in space.

"There's a lot of data that is collected in space, but the plumbing is kind of jammed up. It's very difficult to transmit all that data back from space. The pipes are filled, essentially," Kuta said.

Working with a company like Palantir, well known for its artificial intelligence and machine learning technology, would facilitate processing in space, allowing for a more concise transmission of data to Earth.

"At Voyager, we have a lot of heritage in space station work, exploration work, the design and development," Kuta said. "But one area that it definitely made sense to partner with a company like Palantir was on the software side."

Kuta said the work with Palantir will be focused primarily on national security that could include other allied nations and partner organizations such as NATO.

"Voyager and Palantir have already done joint proposals to potential customers ," Kuta said.

Palantir, which moved its headquarters from California to Denver in 2020, has sparked concerns at points because of some of its clients. Its work for the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has been criticized by advocates for immigrants' rights even though the company disputed the idea that its software aids in deportations.

Some doctors, organizations and members of Parliament raised privacy concerns when Palantir was awarded a contract in 2023 to help overhaul the technology system of Britain's state-run health service.

"I think the key is to understand who the underlying customer for Starlab is," said Kuta, responding to a question about the controversies. "The underlying customer for Starlab is NASA, not the DOD (Department of Defense)."

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