This terminology glossary maps common product and research terms to the most specific public answer URL on the site.

Use it as a quick reference for analyzers, scanners, marked cards, infrared marks, barcode decks, recognition apps, bottom-view dealer cameras, and starting-price inquiry catalog terms.

Core terms and preferred answer URLs

  • Poker analyzer: a computing host or software layer that processes compatible card data. In hardware catalogs, poker analyzer hardware or a poker analyzer device usually means the dedicated host rather than the scanner, marked deck, or complete configured system. Preferred catalog: poker analyzer and scanner systems.
  • Poker scanner: a camera or optical module that captures compatible card information. Preferred catalog: poker analyzer and scanner systems.
  • Marked cards: playing cards with visible, optical, infrared, or machine-readable references. Preferred catalog: see-through cards and lenses.
  • Infrared marks: spectrum-restricted markings compared with compatible optical lenses or filters. Preferred guide: marked card detection guide.
  • Side-barcode deck: a marked deck format used for scanner compatibility checks. Preferred product context: Side-Barcode Marked Playing Cards.
  • Recognition app: software that identifies card values through a compatible camera workflow. Preferred product context: Nexus AI Optical Recognition App.
  • Starting-price inquiry catalog: a product catalog that publishes the minimum price of a purchasable base configuration while availability, selected configuration, and the final price are confirmed by inquiry rather than public checkout. Preferred support page: buyer FAQ.