Product Updates - November 2020: Barcode Scanner Edition

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General Purpose Scanners

DS8100 Series

1. Zebra DS8178-HC Cordless Handheld Scanner for Healthcare with Cradle USB Kit

Type of Product: Handheld Scanner

Manufacturer: Zebra

Typical Applications: Healthcare Applications

Connectivity: Cordless, Li-Ion Battery Power

What's Included: Scanner, Desk/Wall Cradle, Shielded USB Cable, Manufacturer Warranty

What’s Important: Designed specifically for healthcare environments, the DS8178-HC Handheld Scanner is built with a special plastic that is safe for sanitizing wipe-downs and offers maximum protection against the spread of infection.

This barcode scanner has a “Night Mode” and a few options for captured barcodes like haptic/vibration, a traditional beep tone, a decode LED, and Zebra’s Direct Decode Indicator that projects the barcode to confirm it has been captured. With an 800 MHz microprocessor, high-resolution megapixel sensor, and Zebra’s exclusive PRZM Intelligent Imaging technology, the DS8178-HC is equipped to capture even the most problematic barcodes in a healthcare environment.

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2. Zebra DS8178-SR Cordless Handheld Scanner with Standard Cradle USB Kit

Type of Product: Handheld Scanner

Manufacturer: Zebra

Typical Applications: Retail Applications

Connectivity: Cordless, Li-Ion Battery Power

What's Included: Scanner, Standard Cradle Shielded USB Cable, Manufacturer Warranty

What’s Important: Designed specifically for Retail Applications, the DS8178-SR scans 1D and 2D barcodes ideally in checkout lines where scanning speed is important.

With a scanning range of up to 2 ft, the DS8178-SR can instantly capture even problematic barcodes with its unique combination of hardware and advanced algorithms. The DS8178-SR can capture Digimarc barcodes, multiple barcodes at once, and single out specific barcodes in a large group.

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3. Zebra DS8108-HC Corded Handheld Scanner for Healthcare

Type of Product: Handheld Scanner

Manufacturer: Zebra

Typical Applications: Healthcare Applications

Connectivity: Corded

What's Included: Scanner, Shielded USB Cable, Manufacturer Warranty

What’s Important: Designed specifically for healthcare environments, the DS8178-HC Handheld Scanner is built with a special plastic that is safe for sanitizing wipe-downs and offers maximum protection against the spread of infection.

As the corded version of the previous scanner, this scanner comes with a 7 ft cord that directly connects into computers or laptops and can integrate into existing healthcare workflows.

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DS2200 Series

4. Zebra DS2278-SR Cordless Handheld Scanner with Presentation Cradle USB Kit

Type of Product: Handheld Scanner

Manufacturer: Zebra

Typical Applications: Point-of-Sale Applications, Retail

Connectivity: Cordless, Li-Ion Battery Power

What's Included: Scanner, Presentation Cradle, Shielded USB Cable, Manufacturer Warranty

What’s Important: Designed for Point of Sale (POS) applications, the Zebra DS2278-SR is ready to use right out of the box.

The DS2278-SR only needs 4 hours of charge time to last a 14-hour shift of scanning barcodes. Equipped with Zebra’s 123Scan software tool, the DS2278-SR is easy-to-use, intuitive, and ready to scan open arrival.

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5. Zebra LS2208-SR Handheld Scanner with Stand USB Kit

Type of Product: Handheld Scanner

Manufacturer: Zebra

Typical Applications: Point-of-Sale Applications, Retail

Connectivity: Corded

What's Included: Scanner, Gooseneck Intellistand Stand, Straight USB Cable, Manufacturer Warranty

What’s Important: Easy-to-use, durable, and lightweight, the LS2208-SR is the perfect, low-price point handheld scanner for 1D barcode scanning.

This simple, plug-and-play unit can be used in a handheld mode or in a hands-free mode, when placed on the Gooseneck Intellistand stand.

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LI4278 Series

6. Zebra LI4278 Cordless Linear Handheld Scanner with Cradle USB Kit

Type of Product: Handheld Scanner

Manufacturer: Zebra

Typical Applications: Point-of-Sale Applications, Retail

Connectivity: Cordless, Rechargable Battery

What's Included: Scanner, Charging/Communication Cradle, Straight USB Cable, Manufacturer Warranty

What’s Important: The LI4278 is a linear handheld scanner that can capture 1D barcodes on paper, labels, or on a digital screen.

The LI4278 can read 1D barcodes, UPC barcodes, and high-density codes with superior speed and a wide data capture range. Bluetooth 2.1 technology provides better security, performance, energy management, and easier Bluetooth wireless pairing.

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Hands-Free Scanners

DS457 Series

7. Zebra DS457 Fixed Mount Scanner

Type of Product: Fixed Mount Scanner

Manufacturer: Zebra

Typical Applications: Point of Sale, Retail, Logistics

Connectivity: Corded

What's Included: Scanner, Desk/Wall Cradle, Shielded USB Cable, Manufacturer Warranty

What’s Important: With an incredibly small form factor, the DS457 barcode scanner can be integrated in/or added to a variety of products to enable barcode scanning.

The DS457 offers omni-directional scanning, eliminating the need to precisely align the barcode and image and digital imaging technology -that delivers extremely high scanning speeds. With the ability to scan 1D and 2D barcodes on any type of surface, it meets the needs of a variety of different applications as either a standalone scanner or integrated feature.

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Companion Scanners

CS4070 Series

8. Zebra Cordless CS4070-SR Standard Range Handheld Scanner

Type of Product: Handheld Scanner

Manufacturer: Zebra

Typical Applications: Point of Sale, Retail, Logistics

Connectivity: Cordless, Lithium Ion Battery Power

What's Included: Scanner, Manufacturer Warranty

What’s Important: With easy pairing with iOS, Android, and Windows tablets and smartphones, the CS4070-SR can add reliable barcode scanning to most devices.

When paired with a smart device, the CS4070-SR can scan 1D and 2D barcodes from its pocket-sized form factor. The CS4070-SR has a long battery life and a simple point-and-shoot design for intensive barcode scanning from a wireless device.

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Ultra-Rugged Scanners

Rugged Series

9. Zebra DS3608-ER Corded Extended Range Handheld Scanner

Type of Product: Handheld Scanner

Manufacturer: Zebra

Typical Applications: Warehouse and Port Applications

Connectivity: Corded

What's Included: Scanner, Manufacturer Warranty, (if kit is selected, additional items)

What’s Important: With an ultra-rugged design and extended range capabilities, the DS3608-ER is suited for the world’s toughest environments and can read barcodes from 3 inches to 70 feet away in any condition. The DS3608-ER can easily read 1D and 2D barcodes in any condition and can survive multiple 8 ft drops to concrete.

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10. Zebra DS3678-SR Cordless Standard Range Handheld Scanner with Cradle USB Kit

Type of Product: Handheld Scanner

Manufacturer: Zebra

Typical Applications: Warehouse and Port Applications

Connectivity: Cordless, Li-Ion Battery

What's Included: Scanner, Cradle, Power Supply, Line Cords, USB Cable, Manufacturer Warranty

What’s Important: Part of the Rugged Series, the DS3678-SR can scan 1D and 2D barcodes printed or on a digital screen up to 5 ft away. The DS3678-SR provides fast captures of barcodes in nearly any environment, including freezing temperatures. This scanner is rated IP 67, meaning that it is dust proof, spray proof, and waterproof up to a certain level of water submersion.

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11. Zebra DS3678-ER Cordless Extended Range Handheld Scanner

Type of Product: Handheld Scanner

Manufacturer: Zebra

Typical Applications: Warehouse and Port Applications

Connectivity: Cordless, Li-Ion Battery

What's Included: Scanner, Manufacturer Warranty (if kit is selected, additional items)

What’s Important: Similar to the DS3608-ER, the DS3678-ER is part of the Rugged Series with Extended Range abilities, but a cordless version. With the ability to read barcodes from 3 inches away, to up to 70 feet away, the DS3678-ER is ideal for harsh environments including freezing temperatures and water submersion.

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Mobile Computer Scanners

Wearable Series

12. Zebra RS5100 Bluetooth Ring Wearable Scanner

Type of Product: Wearable Scanner

Manufacturer: Zebra

Typical Applications: Warehousing, Transportation, Logistics

Connectivity: Cordless, Li-Ion Battery Power

What's Included: Scanner, Single Trigger, Top Trigger, Standard Battery, Manufacturer Warranty

What’s Important: The RS5100 is a single-finger, rugged, Bluetooth ring scanner built for industrial environments. The RS5100 is an NFC-enabled, Bluetooth-enabled barcode scanner that was built with superior ergonomics and ease-of-use in mind. This wearable barcode scanner allows workers a comfortable fit, and the freedom of both hands being free to handle boxes or inventory.

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13. Zebra Accessories - Handles, Cradle Kits, Cables, Stands

Handles

Zebra Snap-On Trigger Handle for TC21/TC26 Mobile Computers

Cradle Kits

Zebra Single Slot Charge & Communication Cradle Kit for TC21/TC26 Mobile Computers

Zebra Single Slot Charge Cradle Kit for TC21/TC26 Mobile Computers

Cables

Zebra 6 ft RS-232 Cable for Fixed Mount Scanners with Power Supply and Trigger Cable

Zebra 7 ft Shielded USB Cable for Handheld Scanners

Zebra 6 ft USB Cable for Fixed Mount Scanners

Stands

Zebra Gooseneck Intellistand Stand for Healthcare Handheld Scanners

Zebra Adjustable Intellistand Stand for DS3600 Series Handheld Scanners

Zebra Gooseneck Intellistand Stand for Fixed Mount Scanners

Charger Kit

Zebra 4-Slot Charger Kit for RS51000 Ring Scanners


Conclusion

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