GUANGZHOU JINGXIN TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.

What's TVM?

A Ticket Vending Machine (TVM), also known as an automatic ticket machine, self-service ticket terminal, automated ticket kiosk, ticket dispenser machine is an automated device designed primarily to offer ticketing or receipt services. Some machines also facilitate the reloading of stored-value cards. It finds widespread application in public transportation systems and various ticketing venues, including train stations, high-speed rail stations, parking lots, amusement parks, theaters, museums, and various event locations which requires ticket automation.

Users can select the type and quantity of tickets they need through the automatic ticket vending machine and make the corresponding payment. The payment methods include cash, credit card, and even smartphone payment via NFC. The machine automatically verifies and processes the transaction after receiving the payment. After successful verification, users can get the purchased tickets, which can be paper tickets, electronic vouchers, or recharge for stored-value cards or smart cards. The TVM system aims to provide with a convenient and efficient way of buying tickets or recharging travel cards, reduce the burden on service staff, and achieve round-the-clock ticketing.

What's the benefits of barcode scanner for TVM?

The barcode scanner on the automatic ticket vending machine (TVM) plays a vital role in the efficient verification and ticketing process. The main function of the barcode scanner in the TVM is to read and process the barcode on the ticket or card, thus achieving fast and accurate verification and ticketing. 

Using a barcode scanner TVM brings many benefits:

1. Improve the efficiency and accuracy of ticketing, avoid manual errors and delays;

2. Reduce the cost and resource consumption of ticketing, reduce the demand for manpower and equipment;

3. Enhance the security and reliability of ticketing, prevent the forgery and abuse of tickets or travel cards;

4. Optimize the service and experience of ticketing, provide a variety of paper tickets, electronic tickets, and payment methods, and provide multi-functional application scenarios for the TVM system;

5. System integration: Barcode data can be easily integrated with the TVM software for reporting and management purposes. This integration provides valuable information for ticket use and sales, making the entire system more intelligent and efficient.

Overall, the introduction of barcode scanners greatly improves the speed, accuracy, and versatility of the TVM system, providing users with a smoother and more efficient ticketing process.

How to choose the right barcode scanner for the automatic ticket vending machine (TVM)?

When choosing a barcode scanner for the automatic ticket vending machine (TVM), there are several key factors that need to be carefully considered to ensure that the selected scanner can meet the specific requirements of the TVM system. Here are some suggested factors to consider:

1. Compatibility: Make sure that the selected barcode scanner is compatible with the existing hardware and software of the TVM system, including interfaces, data transmission protocols, etc., to ensure seamless integration and stable operation.

2. Scanning performance: Preferably choose a scanner that provides fast and accurate scanning performance, to speed up the ticket verification and issuance process, and improve the overall operational efficiency.

3. Durability: Since the TVM is a continuously running system, the selected barcode scanner should have good durability, be able to withstand high transaction volumes, and ensure reliable operation for a long time.

4. Versatility: The scanner should have the ability to read various types of barcodes, including paper tickets, electronic tickets, and stored value cards, to adapt to different forms of ticketing systems, and ensure the flexibility and applicability of the system.

5. Maintenance and support: Make sure that the selected scanner supplier provides sufficient maintenance services and technical support, to ensure the continuous reliability of the system, and timely resolve potential problems.

6. Budget: Last but not least, you need to choose a scanner that meets your needs and provides good performance within your budget, to maintain the cost-effectiveness of the overall investment.

By considering these factors comprehensively, the TVM operator can choose the barcode scanner that best suits their ticketing system needs, and provide users with an efficient and reliable ticketing experience.

What we have for TVM? 

V20-pro barcode scanner module features

- Plug and play, no driver required

- Small footprint for easy integration

- Excellent scanning performance for easy scanning of moving paper barcodes and on-screen barcodes

- Mega Pixel and Big Scan Window: Explore barcode scanners with high-resolution mega-pixel capabilities and a large scan window for enhanced scanning accuracy.

- High Motion Tolerance: Equipped with a high-speed industrial CMOS sensor and customized lens, these scanners efficiently read barcodes on free-falling items, ensuring optimal performance in dynamic environments.

- Wide Voltage Design: Prevent data transmission failures caused by voltage fluctuations with the wide voltage design of these scanners, ensuring stable and reliable performance.

Y81 waterproof outdoor barcode scanner module

- IP67 rating, good integrity and sealing, effectively preventing water droplets and dirt from entering

- Strong environmental adaptability, adapt to outdoor strong light oblique, dark environment sensitive trigger

- Support serial port commands, SDK secondary development

M0118 2D bar code scanner with NFC card reader

- Reliable reading performance, smooth reading of paper and screen barcodes / 2D codes

- NFC sensing, supports 25 kinds of cards, stable card reading

- Multiple optional interfaces: USB/RS232/RS485/TTL/Wiegand

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