Zebra
Zebra DS8178-SR700000SFW cordless 2D barcode scanner
Cordless handheld 2D imager reads damaged and electronic barcodes up to 24 in with a PowerPrecision+ battery for full-shift power
- Form FactorHandheld
- ConnectivityCordless
- Scan Engine2D Area Imager
- Interfaces SupportedUSB
- Light Source(2) 645nm Red LEDs
- Imager Field of View48° H x 37° V Nominal
- Captures damaged and poorly printed barcodes instantly
- Scans up to 24 in. for faster checkout
- PowerPrecision+ battery lasts through the busiest shift
- Withstands multiple 6.0 ft. drops to concrete
- Reads Digimarc watermarks invisible to the naked eye
Cordless 2D imager for retail checkout
The Zebra DS8178-SR700000SFW is a handheld, cordless barcode scanner built for point-of-sale environments. It uses a 2D area imager with twin 645 nm red LEDs to read 1D and 2D symbols from paper labels or electronic screens. The scanner pairs with the included standard cradle and connects to the host via USB.
Sustained shift operation with smart battery
Zebra's exclusive PowerPrecision+ smart battery is designed to deliver reliable power throughout the busiest shifts without mid-day recharging. The imager maintains consistent decode performance on dense, poorly printed, crinkled, faded, distorted, dirty or damaged barcodes as well as dim on-screen codes. A 48° H by 37° V field of view combined with ±60° pitch, ±360° roll and ±60° yaw tolerance reduces re-aiming effort during continuous scanning.
24 in scan range decides fit for counter layout
A maximum scanning distance of 24 in (61 cm) and a bright aiming spot determine whether this unit suits the checkout lane geometry. The scanner weighs 0.52 lb and withstands multiple 6.0 ft drops to concrete. It requires a USB cable (CBA-U21-S07ZBR) for host connection and operates from 5 V or 12 V host power.
Highlights
- Captures damaged and poorly printed barcodes instantly
- Scans up to 24 in. for faster checkout
- PowerPrecision+ battery lasts through the busiest shift
- Withstands multiple 6.0 ft. drops to concrete
- Reads Digimarc watermarks invisible to the naked eye
Specifications
| Brand | Zebra |
|---|---|
| Series | DS8100 |
| Part Number | DS8178-SR700000SFW |
| Form Factor | Handheld |
| Connectivity | Cordless |
| Scan Engine | 2D Area Imager |
| Interfaces Supported | USB |
| Light Source | (2) 645nm Red LEDs |
| Imager Field of View | 48° H x 37° V Nominal |
| Pitch | ±60 degree |
| Roll | ±360 degree |
| Yaw | ±60 degree |
| Print Contrast Ratio (Minimum) | 16% minimum reflective difference |
| Input Voltage | 5 V: 4.7 to 5.5 VDC 12 V: 10.8 to 13.2 VDC |
| Color | Black |
| Dimensions | 6.60" x 2.60" x 4.20" Standard Cradle: 2.80" x 3.30" x 8.30" |
| Weight | 0.52 lb. Desk/Wall Cradle: 0.45 lb. |
| Drop | Designed to withstand multiple drops at 6.0 ft. / 1.8 m to concrete |
| Shipping weight | 1.81 kg |
| Package size | 406 × 305 × 203 mm |
Questions about this item
How much power does the DS8178-SR700000SFW draw from the USB port during a full day of scanning?
The scanner operates on 5 VDC at 4.7 to 5.5 V, drawing power from the host USB connection while seated in its cradle.
Which separate cable must I already have to connect the included CR8178-SC100F4WW cradle to my POS system?
You need a USB cable CBA-U21-S07ZBR; it is not included with the scanner and cradle kit.
Will the DS8178-SR700000SFW read barcodes printed on labels that my older 1D laser scanner could not decode?
Yes, its 2D area imager captures dense, poorly printed, crinkled, faded, distorted, dirty or damaged 1D and 2D codes, plus electronic barcodes on dim displays.
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