One of the first things that technology experts noted upon Zebra’s introduction of their new lineup of Fixed Industrial Scanners and Machine Vision Smart Cameras was that the entire portfolio has been engineered to run on a single unified software platform: Zebra Aurora. This approach combines the advanced performance and capabilities that you expect from the global leader in data and image capture technology with single-tool simplicity that makes it easier to set up, deploy, and run fixed industrial scanning and machine vision solutions.

After spending a short time with the new scanner and camera lineup and working only briefly with the unified software platform, we can confirm that Zebra Aurora lives up to expectations. The executive summary is simply that it does indeed make it easier than ever to configure and manage FIS/MV solutions, with a simple, modern interface that delivers easy, one-click access to virtually all of the tools you need.

Reduced Training Time

Since Aurora puts everything under one roof, your users only need to master a single software platform. The immediate benefit of this approach is the ability to reduce training time and accelerate user productivity. Learning proceeds quickly thanks to a highly intuitive interface and the integration of built-in learn-as-you-go tutorials, walkthroughs, and videos that guide new users through all aspects of the software and toolset. The interface is so easy to use, and the training is so well integrated, typical users will be creating and deploying effective solutions with Aurora even as they learn.

Exclusive, Zebra-Only Imaging Capabilities

Aurora puts powerful Zebra-only imaging features at users’ fingertips, making it easier than ever to access advanced tools that enable enhanced performance in fixed industrial scanning and machine vision applications. A few of these exclusive features are highlighted below:

ImagePerfect+

Image Perfect+ allows the system to capture 16 unique images from a single trigger event. Each of the 16 images can use different settings for focus, exposure, illumination control, and other variables to ensure that the system has exactly the right image needed to enable high read rates.

Golden Image Compare

Golden Image Compare allows you to quickly compare any image to a ‘perfect’ reference image, so you can quickly diagnose and correct the source of any image degradation, whether that’s a dirty lens, a lighting problem, camera misalignment, or other problem. The result is less downtime and greater productivity.

Job Compare

Job Compare is a unique tool that compares current settings in the job and the camera to all initial settings, allowing users to revert back to the original settings with a single click.

ManyCode

ManyCode allows you to capture data from multiple barcodes on a single item. All it takes is a single click in Zebra Aurora to configure ManyCode mode and capture all barcodes simultaneously, regardless of quantity, symbology, or barcode data.

Zebra Aurora Human Machine Interface (HMI) Dashboard

Aurora’s benefits range beyond setup and imaging functions to boost operational efficiency with a Human Machine Interface (HMI) Dashboard that can be accessed via any web browser to put actionable information right where your workers need it. One of the key features of the HMI Dashboard is LiveView, which lets operators see exactly what the camera sees in real time. You can even access the HMI Dashboard by connecting a monitor directly to the scanner or camera via USB-C, which eliminates the need to install a PC at every workstation, reducing hardware and installation investments.

Zebra Aurora is the single unified software platform that brings a new level of power and simplicity to enterprise-wide manufacturing and logistics automation solutions, whether you’re inspecting parts or assemblies as they move through production or tracing packages as they move through the supply chain. If you would like to learn more about the ways Zebra Aurora can work for your operations, contact Revere Electric today.