UNITECH
UNITECH MS838-2UCB0S-SG barcode scanner USB corded 1D 2D IP54 1.5m drop 60fps 6.85x2.83x3.8in .6lb
A corded USB 1D/2D imager with 60 fps scan rate, IP54 sealing, 1.5 m drop rating and included gooseneck stand for hands-free use
- ConnectivityUSB Cable
- Scan Engine1D
- Included CablesUSB Cable
- Interfaces SupportedUSB Cable
- Cordless TypeUSB Cable
- Scan Speed60 frames_per_second
- Reads 3 mil barcodes even when damaged or poorly printed
- Captures 1D and 2D codes on paper and screen at 60 fps
- Withstands 1.5 m drops onto concrete and IP54 sealing
- USB plug-and-play with trigger and presentation modes
- Compact 6.85 x 2.83 x 3.8 in design weighs .6 lb
Product Identity
The UNITECH MS838-2UCB0S-SG is a corded 2D imager barcode scanner built for point-of-sale and inventory workflows. It connects by USB cable and includes a hands-free gooseneck stand for presentation scanning. The unit reads all common 1D and 2D symbologies from paper labels and mobile screens.
Scan Capacity and Headroom
The 640 X 480 CMOS sensor captures at 60 fps and decodes 1D codes down to 3 mil resolution. Depth of field spans 60 to 360 mm at 13 mil PCS 90%, with skew and pitch tolerance of ±60° and full 360° roll. Damaged or poorly printed codes are handled reliably, but very high-density codes beyond 3 mil or ranges outside the stated depth of field will not read.
Interface Practical Limits
Host communication uses USB or RS232 interfaces with plug-and-play operation. The fixed 1.5 m cable length and corded electric power source restrict placement to the reach of the host port. IP54 sealing and a 1.5 m drop rating protect against dust, splashes and countertop falls, yet the scanner is not suited for outdoor, wet or submersion environments.
Highlights
- Reads 3 mil barcodes even when damaged or poorly printed
- Captures 1D and 2D codes on paper and screen at 60 fps
- Withstands 1.5 m drops onto concrete and IP54 sealing
- USB plug-and-play with trigger and presentation modes
- Compact 6.85 x 2.83 x 3.8 in design weighs .6 lb
Specifications
| Brand | unitech |
|---|---|
| Model | MS838-2UCB0S-SG |
| Part Number | MS838-2UCB0S-SG |
| Connectivity | USB Cable |
| Scan Engine | 1D |
| Included Cables | USB Cable |
| Interfaces Supported | USB Cable |
| Cordless Type | USB Cable |
| Scan Speed | 60 frames_per_second |
| Battery | lithium_ion |
| Dimensions | 6.85 in x 2.83 in x 3.8 in |
| Weight | 0.6 lb |
| Shipping weight | 0.21 kg |
| Package size | 217 × 130 × 113 mm |
Questions about this item
Will the USB cable on this MS838-2UCB0S-SG work with the USB ports on my older laptop?
Yes, the scanner connects through a standard USB cable and supports USB host interface, so it will plug into the USB ports on your existing laptop without an adapter.
How can I verify the scanner reads damaged 3mil codes at the rated 60 fps after I set it up?
Present a 3mil test barcode that is smudged or poorly printed; the 640 x 480 CMOS sensor and 60 fps scan rate should decode it in trigger or presentation mode, and the red LED aimer will stay active during a successful read.
Does the box include the gooseneck stand and the USB cable, or do I need to order either separately?
The standard package contains the MS838 scanner, the USB interface cable, and the hands-free stand, so nothing extra is required to start scanning.
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