In these expansion pods, the high performance bar code scanner is incorporated in the integral design of the rugged field computer. This integrated design eliminates cables or extraneous battery packs inherent when using an external bar code scanner with a handheld computer. Bar Code Scanning Features: High performance bar code scanning in outdoor, bright light Outstanding performance in wide temperature ranges (-22 F to 130 F) and extreme conditions. Ability to scan bar codes 1 to 3 feet away Excellent ability to scan poorly printed or low contrast bar codes Low power consumption Compatible with nine different bar code symbologies Built-in bar code reading software to enable automatic bar code data entry into most application programs