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Twilight Black handheld barcode scanner with USB cable

JL Gear

JL Gear DS4308-XD Extreme Density Barcode Scanner

SKU CH-FT9T-JJ8ZP MPN DS4308-XD

Handheld omni‑directional imager reads extreme‑density 1D, 2D and PDF417 codes on metal, plastic and paper with USB, RS232 or keyboard‑wedge output

  • Cordless TypeBatch
  • Scans tiny dense codes from near contact with high resolution optics
  • Reads 1D, 2D and PDF417 codes on plastic, metal and paper
  • Omni-directional scanning removes the need to align barcode and scanner
  • Crisp bright aiming dot enables accurate first-time aim at close range
  • Withstands repeated 232 cm drops onto concrete for production-line durability

Extreme Density Barcode Scanner

The JL Gear DS4308-XD is a cordless batch scanner built for reading tiny, high-density 1D and 2D codes on electronic subcomponents such as PCB boards and memory chips. It captures direct marks on non-reflective surfaces and damaged paper labels with equal reliability. The omni-directional imager removes the need to align the barcode, speeding up workflows on production lines and in quality-control stations.

Capacity and headroom

The optical lens resolves codes as small as half an inch at near contact, handling PDF417 and dense matrix symbols that standard scanners miss. It reads barcodes printed on plastic, metal and paper without changing settings. The batch cordless design stores scans when away from the host, then offloads via USB, RS232, Keyboard Wedge or TGCS (IBM) interfaces when docked.

Thermals noise and power

Operating temperature spans 0 °C to 50 °C (32 °F to 122 °F) with humidity tolerance from 5 % to 95 % non-condensing, so the unit stays reliable in warm factory aisles. A pager motor provides silent haptic vibration as an alternative to the adjustable beeper, keeping feedback clear on noisy lines without adding acoustic load. The drop-rated chassis survives repeated concrete impacts, reducing downtime from hardware failure.

Highlights

  • Scans tiny dense codes from near contact with high resolution optics
  • Reads 1D, 2D and PDF417 codes on plastic, metal and paper
  • Omni-directional scanning removes the need to align barcode and scanner
  • Crisp bright aiming dot enables accurate first-time aim at close range
  • Withstands repeated 232 cm drops onto concrete for production-line durability

Specifications

Cordless TypeBatch

Questions about this item

Will the DS4308-XD work with my existing RS232-based inventory system?

Yes, the scanner supports RS232 alongside USB, Keyboard Wedge and TGCS (IBM) host interfaces, so it can connect directly to legacy serial ports without an adapter.

How do I know a scan succeeded on a noisy production line?

The green LED flashes on every good decode and the built-in pager motor provides haptic vibration; you can also adjust the beeper volume and tone for audible confirmation.

Does the package include a cable for USB connection?

The scanner ships with a USB cable; RS232 or Keyboard Wedge cables are not included and must be purchased separately if those interfaces are needed.

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