Tera 8100 Industrial Wireless Barcode Scanner, 1D/2D, 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth, Orange
Product description
Read printed labels and digital barcodes with support for 1D and 2D formats, including QR codes. The Tera 8100 offers Bluetooth, 2.4G wireless and USB wired connections, so you can choose a setup that suits a counter, stockroom or mobile scanning task.
Its heavy-duty, drop-resistant and dust-proof design is made for demanding work areas, while sound and vibration alerts let you know when a scan is successful. Switch to vibration when you need a quieter workspace.
Practical tips
Choose the connection that fits your workstation: use the USB cable for a wired setup, Bluetooth for a compatible device, or the 2.4G USB dongle for wireless operation. With the dongle, the stated transmission distance is up to 100m in a barrier-free environment and 35m where obstacles are present. The scanner is listed for use with Windows, Mac OS, iOS, Android and Linux devices, including computers, tablets and smartphones.
For scanning at a desk, the included stand supports hands-free use. When working through a batch of items, sound or vibration alerts provide a clear signal after a successful scan. The scanner can read printed codes as well as barcodes displayed on phones, tablets and computer screens. Its symbology settings also let you customize data handling for selected barcode types—for example, configuring a Code 39 scan to remove initial characters or add tab characters without applying the same change to other formats.
Key specifications
- Brand and model: Tera 8100
- Type: Industrial wireless barcode scanner
- Barcode formats: 1D, 2D and QR, includes Code 39, Code 128, EAN-13, UPC-A, Data Matrix, PDF417 and Aztec
- Connectivity: Bluetooth, 2.4G wireless and USB wired
- Compatible operating systems: Windows 11/10/8/7/XP, Mac OS, iOS, Android and Linux
- Alerts: Sound and vibration modes
- Power: One lithium-ion battery, included
- Included: Scanner, stand, USB cable, 2.4G dongle and user manual
Why it’s worth it
Rather than relying on a wired-only scanner, the Tera 8100 gives you wireless choices alongside USB connectivity. That flexibility can help when scanning between a workstation and nearby items, while broad 1D and 2D format support brings common retail, inventory and label codes into one reader. Its configurable symbology settings are useful when a particular workflow needs scan data adjusted for selected code types.
Buyer feedback is varied: some describe straightforward setup and useful scanning, while others report different experiences with reliability, compatibility and connectivity. The choice of connection modes and supported barcode formats provides practical criteria for matching the scanner to a specific device and scanning workflow.
When it makes sense
The Tera 8100 suits work that involves scanning a mix of printed labels and on-screen codes, especially when you want the option to move between wired and wireless connections. It can also suit a quieter workspace where vibration alerts are preferable to scan beeps, or a busy area where its drop-resistant, dust-proof construction is relevant. For stock checks, point-of-sale tasks or organizing coded items at a desk, its stand, multiple connection methods and 1D/2D support bring useful flexibility to everyday scanning.