Product details
The Zebra DS8178 is a high-performance, wireless 1D/2D barcode scanner designed for demanding retail, healthcare, and logistics environments. It excels at quickly and accurately capturing a wide range of barcodes, even those that are dense, poorly printed, damaged, or displayed on dimly lit screens.
Key Features and Specifications
The Zebra DS8178
combines advanced hardware and algorithms to deliver fast and reliable performance.
combines advanced hardware and algorithms to deliver fast and reliable performance.
- Scanning Technology: It uses a high-resolution 1280×960 pixel image sensor and Zebra’s exclusive PRZM Intelligent Imaging technology to scan both 1D and 2D barcodes, including QR codes and Digimarc digital watermarks.
- Performance: The scanner can capture problematic barcodes in any condition due to its powerful 800 MHz microprocessor and advanced algorithms. The scanning range extends up to 24 inches (61 cm).
- Connectivity: The DS8178
is a cordless model that uses Bluetooth 4.0 with BLE for seamless connectivity to a host (PC, smartphone, or tablet) within a range of up to 330 feet (100m). It supports USB, RS232, and Keyboard Wedge interfaces via its cradle.
- Battery and Power: It offers two swappable power options: a 2500 mAh PowerPrecision+ Li-Ion battery providing up to 65,000 scans per charge, or a 440 mAh PowerCap capacitor offering up to 2,000 scans per charge.
- Durability: The device is engineered to withstand multiple 6-foot (1.8m) drops to concrete and has an IP42 (or IP52 depending on the specific model) sealing for dust and water resistance.
- Productivity Tools: Features like multi-code data formatting allow users to capture multiple barcodes with a single trigger pull and transmit only the required data to the application.
Available Accessories
- Cradles: The scanner is typically bundled with a standard charging/communication cradle (which can be wall-mounted) or a presentation cradle that enables hands-free, auto-sensing scanning.
- Cables: Shielded USB cables and DC line cords are available for connectivity and power.
- Stands: A universal gooseneck Intellistand is compatible with the
for desktop use.
- Power Supplies: External 5V or 12V power supplies and AC line cords can be purchased separately to power the cradles.
- Spare Batteries: Additional PowerPrecision+ batteries can be purchased for continuous operation.
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