GM861 1D/2D Barcode Scanner Module USB UART RS232 for Arduino
GM861 Series Barcode Scanner Reader Module — 1D & 2D Code Support
The GM861 Barcode Scanner Reader Module is a compact, high-speed scanning engine designed for seamless integration into kiosks, payment terminals, access gates, Arduino projects, Android devices, and industrial automation systems. Supporting both 1D and 2D symbologies — including QR Code, PDF417, MaxiCode, Data Matrix, and Aztec — this module delivers reliable, fast reads over USB or RS232 (UART) interfaces at a 5V DC supply.
Made in Mainland China.
Key Features
- Broad Symbology Support: Reads virtually all major 1D and 2D barcode formats in a single module.
- Multiple Interfaces: USB and RS232 (UART) — compatible with Android, Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and most embedded systems.
- High-Speed Scanning Engine: Rapid decode performance ideal for payment, logistics, ticketing, and gate-control applications.
- 5V DC Operation: Easy to power from standard USB or microcontroller power rails.
- CE & FCC Certified: Meets international electromagnetic compatibility and safety standards.
- Compact Integration-Ready Design: Engineered to embed directly into custom hardware enclosures and OEM products.
Supported Barcode Symbologies
1D Barcodes: Codabar, Code 39, Code 32 Pharmaceutical (PARAF), Interleaved 2 of 5, NEC 2 of 5, Code 93, Straight 2 of 5 Industrial, Straight 2 of 5 IATA, Matrix 2 of 5, Code 11, Code 128, GS1-128, UPC-A, UPC-E, EAN/JAN-8, EAN/JAN-13, MSI, GS1 DataBar Omnidirectional, GS1 DataBar Limited, GS1 DataBar Expanded, China Post (Hong Kong 2 of 5), Korea Post.
2D Barcodes: Codablock A, Codablock F, PDF417, Micro PDF417, GS1 Composite Codes, QR Code, Data Matrix, MaxiCode, Aztec, HANXIN.
Technical Specifications
- Model: GM861 / QR26 / QR28
- Operating Voltage: DC 5V
- Interfaces: USB, RS232 (UART) — TX Logic High Min: VCC × 0.8; TX Logic Low Max: VCC × 0.25
- Certification: CE, FCC
- Brand: Asia-Teco
- Origin: Mainland China
Ideal Applications
- Arduino & Raspberry Pi DIY projects
- Android-based POS and payment terminals
- Access control and gate management systems
- Inventory tracking and warehouse automation
- Ticket validation and event management
- OEM embedded product development
For guidance on barcode standards and data carrier technologies used in industry and commerce, visit the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) — Automatic Identification & Data Capture.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What interfaces does the GM861 barcode scanner module support?
A: The GM861 module supports both USB and RS232 (UART) interfaces, making it compatible with a wide range of host systems including Android devices, Arduino microcontrollers, Raspberry Pi, PCs, and custom embedded hardware running at DC 5V.
Q: Which 2D barcode formats can the GM861 module read?
A: The GM861 can decode all major 2D formats including QR Code, PDF417, Micro PDF417, Data Matrix, MaxiCode, Aztec, Codablock A, Codablock F, GS1 Composite Codes, and HANXIN — covering virtually every modern 2D barcode standard.
Q: Is the GM861 scanner module suitable for embedding in a custom enclosure or OEM product?
A: Yes. The GM861 is designed as an integration-ready scanning engine module, making it an excellent choice for OEM manufacturers and developers building custom kiosks, payment terminals, access control devices, or any embedded system requiring barcode reading capability.
Q: What certifications does the GM861 barcode module carry?
A: The GM861 module is CE and FCC certified, confirming it meets electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and radio frequency interference standards for use in both European and North American markets.