Fixed-Mount 2D Scanner
Element P42KS-SR Fixed Mount 2D Scanner
Omni-directional embedded scanning for kiosks and unattended terminals, with a compact 30 cm pigtail.
Omni-directional
1D & 2D barcodes
640 x 480 camera
USB & RS232
30 cm pigtail
The Element P42KS-SR is a fixed-mount 2D barcode scanner built for embedded and unattended scanning. Featuring an omni-directional 640 x 480 pixel scanning camera with object auto-sense, it reads virtually any 1D and 2D barcode with speed and ease, making it ideal for self-service kiosks, ticketing terminals, vending and other integrated points of scan. This variant ships with a 30 cm pigtail and a USB interface (it also supports RS232).
Why choose the P42KS-SR
Omni-directional capture
Presentation scanning from any angle. Users simply hold a code to the window.
Reads 1D and 2D
Handles all mainstream 1D and 2D symbologies, including QR codes.
Scans phone screens
Reads barcodes and QR codes straight off mobile phone displays for tickets and mobile payments.
Miniature form factor
A compact footprint that drops easily into kiosks, terminals and custom enclosures.
Object auto-sense
Detects a presented item and triggers scanning automatically, no button press required.
USB and RS232
Connects over USB or RS232, so it integrates with both modern and legacy hardware.
640 x 480
Pixel scanning camera
360°
Omni-directional read
How it fits your workflow
Mount the P42KS-SR behind a kiosk window or terminal faceplate and let object auto-sense do the rest. As a customer presents a printed ticket, loyalty card or phone screen, the omni-directional camera captures the code instantly and sends it to your application over USB. The short 30 cm pigtail keeps cabling tidy inside compact enclosures where the scanner sits close to the host board.
Specifications
| Brand | Element |
| Model | P42KS-SR |
| SKU | SCETP42KSSR001 |
| Type | Fixed-mount / embedded 2D barcode scanner |
| Barcode support | All mainstream 1D and 2D symbologies |
| Scanning camera | 640 x 480 pixel, omni-directional |
| Scan trigger | Object auto-sense |
| Interfaces | USB and RS232 |
| Cable | 30 cm pigtail |
| Mobile screen scanning | Yes, reads barcodes off mobile phones |
How it compares
| Model | Type | Pigtail | Best for |
|---|
| P42KS-SR (this scanner) | Fixed-mount 2D, USB/RS232 | 30 cm | Compact kiosks where the scanner sits close to the host board |
| Element P42KS 2D USB (1 m pigtail) | Fixed-mount 2D, USB/RS232 | 1 m | Installs where the host board is further from the scan window |
Both are the same omni-directional fixed-mount engine. Choose by cable reach: the 30 cm pigtail suits tight enclosures, while the 1 m pigtail gives more routing slack in larger terminals.
What's in the box
- Element P42KS-SR Fixed Scanner 2D with USB and 30 cm pigtail
- User guide
- Warranty card
Frequently asked questions
Does the P42KS-SR scan QR codes and barcodes from a phone screen?
Yes. The scanner reads all mainstream 1D and 2D barcodes, including QR codes, and the page confirms it reads barcodes off mobile phone displays, which is useful for mobile tickets and payments.
Is this a handheld scanner?
No. The P42KS-SR is a fixed-mount (embedded) scanner designed to be built into a kiosk, terminal or enclosure. The customer presents the code to the scan window rather than holding the device.
What interfaces does it support?
It supports both USB and RS232. This listing is the USB version with a 30 cm pigtail cable.
Do I need to press a button to scan?
No. Object auto-sense detects a presented item and triggers the scan automatically, which is ideal for unattended self-service stations.
What is the difference between this and the 1 m pigtail version?
They are the same fixed-mount engine. The only difference is cable length: this model has a 30 cm pigtail for tight enclosures, while the
P42KS 1 m pigtail version gives more routing slack in larger terminals.
Will it work with my POS or kiosk software?
Over USB, fixed-mount scanners typically present scanned data as keyboard (HID) input, so most software accepts it without a driver. Embedded and kiosk deployments can vary, so confirm against your application's supported-hardware list or call our team on 1300 026 062.
Application use cases
- Self-service kiosks for retail, e-commerce pickup and loyalty programs
- Event ticketing and gaming terminals scanning printed or mobile tickets
- Access control and visitor check-in stations
- Mobile payment and express-delivery / parcel-locker terminals
- Transport, parking and postal self-service systems
- Production lines and other embedded, unattended points of scan
The Element P42KS-SR (SKU SCETP42KSSR001) is a fixed-mount, embedded 2D barcode scanner with an omni-directional 640 x 480 pixel scanning camera and object auto-sense. It reads all mainstream 1D and 2D barcodes, including QR codes off mobile phone screens, and connects over USB or RS232 with a 30 cm pigtail cable. Designed for self-service kiosks, ticketing, access control and other unattended scanning, it is the short-pigtail variant of the Element P42KS fixed scanner family.
Brand: Element · Model: P42KS-SR · SKU: SCETP42KSSR001 · Type: Fixed-mount 2D scanner · Codes: 1D, 2D, QR · Camera: 640 x 480 omni-directional · Connectivity: USB, RS232 · Cable: 30 cm pigtail
1300 026 062
