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OCR and code reading update for IDS NXT cameras

AI: cameras & software

Learn how IDS NXT cameras can now handle OCR (Object Character Recognition), barcode reading, and object detection in one streamlined workflow. This video demonstrates how to use these new features to automate tasks such as box identification, fill-level checks, and status verification without requiring AI (Artificial Intelligence) training or programming skills.

You’ll discover how to configure vision apps in IDS lighthouse, apply blob analysis for object detection, and integrate OCR for reading text labels. These capabilities make IDS NXT ideal for retail, logistics, and industrial automation, helping you reduce manual effort and improve efficiency.

Topics covered

How to read barcodes and codes with IDS NXT
Using OCR to extract text from images
Applying blob analysis for object detection
Building workflows in IDS lighthouse without coding
Combining multiple functions for automated box checking
Practical examples for retail and logistics applications

Video timeline

00:15 - Topic intro
01:00 - Use case explanation
02:23 - Approach description
04:59 - Grab application images
06:00 - Create image datasets
07:26 - Task #1: Code reading
08:59 - Task #2: Blob analysis
11:43 - Task #3: OCR
14:26 - Full "Box Checker" workflow
16:27 - Summary & further infos

Who should watch

This video is perfect for vision engineers, automation specialists, and developers looking to implement OCR, code reading, and object detection in machine vision systems without complex programming.

Watch now to explore the latest IDS NXT features.

Further links and downloads

Link to the dataset box use case

Link to the vision apps

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