The Star Micronics BSH-32U is a premium corded handheld area imager built for high-density 1D and 2D barcodes, QR codes, IDs, driver licenses, and product labels. Its 1280 x 800 megapixel CMOS sensor reads codes on paper, digital screens, and uneven surfaces for retail, hospitality, event, and age-verification workflows.
USB plug-and-play connectivity, an included stand, IP42 sealing, and a 1.5 m drop rating combine high-resolution capture with dependable everyday operation.
Key Specifications
Scanner configuration: Corded high-density handheld area imager
Barcode capability: 1D, 2D, QR, PDF417, Data Matrix, MaxiCode, and postal codes
Reading range: Typical ranges include 20-325 mm for 15 mil QR and 50-495 mm for 13 mil EAN-13
Interfaces / connectivity: USB or RS-232
Durability: 1.5 m drop rating
Environmental sealing: IP42
Dimensions and weight: 113 x 71 x 158 mm; 156 g
Warranty: 2-year standard warranty; eligible Star service extensions available
Image sensor: 1280 x 800 megapixel CMOS; minimum 3 mil resolution
ID parsing: AAMVA October 2020 driver-license parsing
In the Box
BSH-32U scanner
USB cable
Scanner stand
Current US configuration is black and includes the host cable and stand.
High-Resolution Capture
Built for dense and difficult codes
The megapixel imager and high-performance processor capture dense, high-volume, and distorted codes across common printed and on-screen media.
IDs and Point of Sale
One scanner for checkout and age verification
AAMVA parsing supports driver-license workflows, while broad 1D/2D symbology coverage and plug-and-play USB make the same scanner useful for checkout, inventory, and event operations.
Image Sensor
1280×800 (megapixel) CMOS
Illumination
White LED and red LED (622–628 nm)
Aiming
Green LED (515–535 nm)
Symbologies
2D: PDF417, Micro PDF417, QR Code, Micro QR Code, Aztec, Data Matrix, Chinese Sensible Code, MaxiCode
1D: EAN-8, EAN-13, UPC-E, UPC-A, Code 128, Coupon, UCC/EAN-128, Codabar, Interleaved 2 of 5, Febraban, ITF-14, ITF-6, Matrix 2 of 5, Code 39, Code 93, ISSN, ISBN, Industrial 2 of 5, Standard 2 of 5, China Post 25, Plessey, Code 11, MSI Plessey, UCC/EAN Composite, GS1 DataBar, Code 49, Code 16K, AIM 128, ISBT 128
Resolution
≥3 mil
Typical Depth of Field
EAN-13: 50–495 mm (13 mil)
Code 39: 85–220 mm (5 mil)
PDF417: 70–215 mm (6.7 mil)
Data Matrix: 50–220 mm (10 mil)
QR Code: 20–325 mm (15 mil)
Scan Angle
Pitch: ±55°, roll: 360°, skew: ±55°
Field of View
Horizontal 39°, vertical 24°
Min Symbol Contrast
25%
Driver's License Parsing
Can parse according to the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators (AAMVA) October 2020 specification.
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