The Datalogic Matrix 120 is a compact fixed industrial barcode scanner for automated 1D and 2D identification in OEM machines, print & apply systems and production traceability. WVGA and 1.2 MP sensors, wide-angle options and serial connections paired with Ethernet or USB support close-range reading in restricted mounting spaces.
Matrix 120 suits installations with a defined reading position, such as a labelling head, PCB identification station or laboratory instrument. When selecting a fixed barcode scanner for these applications, check the complete installation space, including connectors, cable routing and access for focus adjustment.
| Specification | Matrix 120 details |
|---|---|
| Sensor resolution | WVGA: 752 × 480 pixels; 1.2 MP: 1280 × 960 pixels. Both use CMOS global-shutter sensors. |
| Maximum image acquisition rate | Up to 57 full frames/s for WVGA; up to 36 full frames/s for 1.2 MP. |
| Manual focus positions | WVGA: 45, 70 and 125 mm; 1.2 MP: 45, 80 and 125 mm. |
| SER+USB housing dimensions | 45.4 × 31.1 × 23.5 mm. |
| SER+ETH housing dimensions | 45.4 × 48.5 × 23.5 mm. |
| Integral cable versions | Standard: 1,000 mm; dedicated short-cable models: 100 mm. |
| Power supply | 5–30 VDC; maximum consumption of 1.6–2.4 W, depending on configuration. |
| Operating environment | 0–45 °C; IP65 protection when correctly installed; humidity up to 90%, non-condensing. |
Frame rate describes image acquisition, not the number of successfully decoded products per second. Achievable throughput depends on exposure, code quality, movement and the number of codes in each image.
The focus positions are nominal settings, not minimum and maximum reading distances. The usable reading range and field of view—the area captured in the image—depend on the selected optics, barcode type and module size, meaning the width of the smallest bar or cell.
WVGA models are suitable when the code occupies enough of the image for dependable decoding. A 1.2 MP model provides more image detail, which can help with smaller codes or a larger inspection area. Resolution alone does not determine suitability: lighting, focus and movement also affect the result.
Models with 1D and 2D decoding support standard linear barcodes, Data Matrix, QR Code, Micro QR, MaxiCode, Aztec, DotCode and supported postal symbologies. They also support multiple-code reading within the usable image area. Dedicated 1D-only variants are listed in the range, so confirm the complete part number when ordering for 2D applications.
Digimarc Barcode reading requires the dedicated red-light Matrix 120 310-01A, part number 937800045. Specify Digimarc in the enquiry and provide representative packaging samples; this capability should not be assumed for other Matrix 120 versions.
Choose the interface version to match the machine controller and host application:
Two programmable inputs and two programmable outputs support trigger and result signalling. Continuous, One Shot and Phase operating modes allow acquisition to be matched to the machine cycle. The PLC or host application must be configured to interpret decoded data, handle no-reads and control any reject mechanism.
Datalogic DL.CODE provides Windows-based configuration through Ethernet or serial communication. The X-PRESS button, laser aiming indicator, status LEDs, beeper and Green Spot good-read feedback assist local setup and diagnostics.
A package sensor triggers a read after the label reaches the scanner’s field of view. Matrix 120 sends the decoded identifier to the PLC, which compares it with the expected production data and directs mismatched or unreadable items to rework. During commissioning, test normal labels, poorly printed examples and positional variation at the intended line speed. A successful decode alone does not establish that the label belongs on that package.
For electronics assembly, match the sensor and ESD-safe variant to the PCB code and workstation requirements. In laboratory instruments, check vial curvature, reflections and label position using actual containers. Food and beverage installations benefit from the glass-free reading window, but IP65 should not be treated as approval for high-pressure or high-temperature washdown.
Datalogic specifies sulphur gas resistance for the Matrix 120 range, supporting consideration for tyre production and inspection stations. Assess the actual exposure and operating temperature before selecting the reader for that environment.
The Datalogic Matrix 220 XAI DPM is a relevant alternative when codes are marked directly onto difficult surfaces or the application needs electronic focus adjustment. Direct Part Marking, or DPM, includes laser-marked and dot-peened codes on components.
| Selection point | Matrix 120 1.2 MP | Matrix 220 XAI DPM |
|---|---|---|
| Image resolution | 1280 × 960 pixels. | 1280 × 960 pixels. |
| Focus adjustment | Manual, with three precalibrated positions. | Electronic focus control. |
| Illumination choices | White illumination on standard models; dedicated polarised and red-light Digimarc variants. | DPM-specific red or blue illumination, with polarising and diffusion options according to model. |
| Protection rating | IP65. | IP65 and IP67. |
Matrix 120 remains suitable when its compact dimensions and manually set optics meet a repeatable reading task. The case for Matrix 220 XAI rests on focus flexibility and DPM-specific illumination and decoding, rather than increased pixel resolution. Compare both readers using the same samples, working distance and production conditions.
Matrix 120 provides code-quality metrics for process monitoring. Reading a barcode or reporting these metrics does not, by itself, establish calibrated barcode-verifier compliance. If a customer requires formal grading, specify the applicable standard and reporting requirements before choosing the inspection equipment.
Barcode decoding does not establish that artwork, human-readable text or label position is correct. If those checks are required, assess machine vision systems against the complete inspection task.
Specify the reader part number, interface and power cables, mounting hardware, any connection box, and the required configuration or installation work. Ask for availability, lead time, warranty terms and support scope to be confirmed for the proposed configuration.
MarvelTech supplies industrial identification equipment and offers equipment adjustments, maintenance and support contracts. For a Matrix 120 recommendation, provide the application details through the enquiry form:
Include the required quantity, installation location and target date so MarvelTech can prepare a configuration-specific quote and confirm the applicable service arrangements.
The Matrix 120 suits compact identification stations in labelling machines, electronics assembly, laboratory instruments and packaging equipment. It is a useful choice when codes pass through a predictable reading position and mounting space is restricted. Compare it with other stationary industrial barcode scanners if the application requires wider coverage, greater working distance or substantial variation in product position.
Choose according to the smallest barcode feature and the area the reader must cover. WVGA models capture 752 × 480 pixels; 1.2 MP models capture 1280 × 960 pixels. More pixels can help resolve small codes, but the selected optics determine how those pixels cover the target. Compare sample images at the intended distance, including the smallest code and its furthest expected position.
Select optics that keep the complete code and its expected positional variation within the field of view, meaning the area captured by the reader. Matrix 120 uses manual focus with three precalibrated positions; these settings do not define its complete reading range. Wide-angle models cover more area at close range, but spread the available pixels across that area. Check the smallest bar or cell against the model’s reading diagram.
Matrix 120 models with 1D and 2D decoding support Data Matrix, QR Code and other documented barcode formats. Dedicated 1D-only versions also exist, so the family name alone does not establish 2D capability. Digimarc requires the dedicated red-light Matrix 120 310-01A, part number 937800045. Include the required formats and representative packaging samples when requesting a model recommendation.
Consider a dedicated polarised model when reflected illumination obscures the code. Datalogic identifies these versions for perpendicular mounting over reflective surfaces. A polariser addresses glare; it does not restore missing print or bring an incorrectly focused code into focus. Evaluate the actual label, protective film or container, including changes in curvature and orientation that could move a reflection across the code.
Consider the Datalogic Matrix 220 XAI DPM barcode reader for difficult codes marked directly onto components or applications requiring electronic focus adjustment. Both it and the Matrix 120 1.2 MP use 1280 × 960-pixel imaging. The relevant differences are DPM-specific illumination, decoding and focus control. Compare representative laser-marked or dot-peened parts under the same production conditions.
Yes, provided exposure, illumination and triggering suit the moving code. Datalogic specifies acquisition rates up to 57 full frames per second for WVGA and 36 for 1.2 MP models. These are image-capture rates, not rated product throughput. Establish how long the complete code remains visible, then validate decoding and result delivery at the required conveyor speed and minimum item spacing.
Choose SER+ETH for Ethernet communication, including supported PROFINET IO, EtherNet/IP and Modbus TCP connections. Choose SER+USB for USB-HID or USB-CDC, which provides a virtual serial connection. Both interface families also provide RS-232 or RS-422 serial communication. Match the complete reader configuration to the host, then define triggering, data format, response timing and how the control system handles unreadable or unexpected codes.
Datalogic DL.CODE provides Windows-based configuration, with the X-PRESS button and local indicators assisting setup. Installation also requires suitable power, mounting and interface cabling; specify any connection box separately. Standard and 100 mm short-cable versions have different routing implications. Check connector clearance and access for manual focus adjustment, then include configuration backup and production-speed acceptance testing in the installation scope.
Dedicated ESD-safe models address electrostatic-discharge requirements in electronics applications, while the glass-free reading window is relevant to food and beverage equipment. Datalogic specifies IP65 protection and operation from 0–45 °C. IP65 does not establish suitability for high-pressure or hot washdown. Check the installation’s cleaning chemicals, condensation, temperature and ESD requirements before selecting the reader and its mounting location.
No. A successful read establishes that the code was decoded in that setup. Checking whether its content belongs on the product requires comparison with expected production data. Code-quality metrics also do not, by themselves, establish calibrated verifier compliance. For artwork, printed-text or label-position checks, assess machine vision inspection systems against the specific defect and acceptance criteria.
Provide code samples, barcode format, smallest bar or cell size, working distance, mounting space, line speed and required cycle time. Include surface finish, environmental conditions, PLC or host details, communication protocol, quantity and any existing reader part number. Ask the quotation to identify the selected variant, cables, mounting hardware and agreed configuration work, with availability, delivery and support terms confirmed for that configuration.
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