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The ultimate in performance, innovation and manageability

The checkout stand is the last chance you have to leave shoppers with a good impression. The quality of the checkout experience is heavily dependent upon the performance of the scanner you choose. Now, you can leave every shopper with the ultimate last impression with the DS8100 Series handheld imager.

The DS8100 Series rises above conventional imagers to deliver unprecedented scanning performance on virtually every 1D and 2D barcode, keeping your checkout lines moving and your cashiers free to deliver a more personal checkout experience. The DS8100 Series — because when it comes to the checkout experience in your store, only the best will do.

Unprecedented performance

Only the DS8100 Series combines the power of an 800 MHz microprocessor, a high-resolution megapixel sensor and Zebra’s exclusive PRZM technology. With this unique combination of hardware and advanced algorithms, the DS8100 Series instantly captures the most problematic barcodes with lightning speed, including dense, poorly printed, crinkled, faded, distorted, dirty or damaged barcodes and electronic barcodes on smartphones — even when the screen is dimly lit.

Innovation beyond the barcode

A wide range of innovations allows workers to do much more than scan barcodes one at a time. Workers can simultaneously capture multiple barcodes and transmit only those required in the proper directly to your application. Only the DS8100 Series can capture the information on a full 8.5 x 11 or A4 page, process the desired information into the right format for electronic storage and transmit the data to your applications — all with one press of the trigger. And support for Digimarc*© barcodes provides future-proofing, ensuring that the DS8100 Series you deploy today can support the barcodes of tomorrow.

Unrivaled manageability

Our complimentary tools deliver unrivaled manageability. With visionary visibility into scanning performance and battery metrics, you can spot and correct issues before they impact device uptime, worker productivity and the quality of your customer service. You can control many aspects of your scanners from any Android, iOS and Windows smartphone or tablet, as well as any iOS or Windows PC. You can create a single configuration barcode to customize settings. And you can stage, configure and update firmware on all your DS8100 devices in all of your locations — no user actions required.

The ultimate in performance, innovation and manageability
The final step of a shopping journey is a retailer’s last chance to make a good impression. Whether customers are using curbside pickup or in-store checkout, they expect speed and convenience. With the DS8100 Series handheld imager, you can elevate the customer experience and deliver frictionless transactions at every touchpoint — from cashier manned and self-checkout lanes to curbside and in-store pickup. The DS8100 Series rises above conventional imagers, providing unprecedented scanning performance so cashiers and self-checkout customers can easily scan any barcode the first time, every time. You get a wide range of innovations, including interchangeable power sources — a PowerPrecision+ battery and PowerCapTM capacitor1. And every DS8100 Series imager is engineered with DataCapture DNA, Zebra’s exclusive software ecosystem that simplifies every stage of the scanning experience over the life of your device. Keep checkout lines moving with the DS8100 Series, the ultimate in handheld scanning performance and innovation.

Unprecedented Performance

Unparalleled performance on virtually every barcode in any condition
Only the DS8100 Series combines the power of an 800 MHz microprocessor, the highest sensor resolution in its class and Zebra’s exclusive PRZM Intelligent Imaging technology. With this unique combination of hardware and advanced algorithms, the DS8100 Series instantly captures the most problematic barcodes — including dense, poorly printed, crinkled, faded, distorted, dirty or damaged, as well as electronic barcodes on dimly lit displays.

Superior scan range
A scanning range up to 24 in./61 cm, a high resolution imaging sensor and a bright “aiming spot” improve checkout speed. Now, cashiers in busy checkout environments can easily scan items in a customer’s shopping cart — without leaving the cash-wrap.

Innovation beyond the barcode
Swappable power options reduce your investment risk
Two interchangeable power options are available to power your devices: a PowerPrecision+ battery or a PowerCap capacitor. You can swap power options at any time on all models, right in your facility — no need to purchase separate battery-free and battery powered devices. And managing your power sources is easy. Since the PowerPrecision+ battery and PowerCap capacitor can report their model and serial numbers, you’ll always know which power source is in each scanner.

On a single charge, the advanced PowerPrecision+ battery provides over three around-the-clock days of continuous scanning, plus a wealth of metrics for better battery management.

The PowerCap capacitor is ideal when the scanner can always be inserted into a charging cradle when not in use. The largest capacitor in its category, the superior PowerCap offers 2,000 scans on a full charge and 100 scans after as little as 35 seconds in the cradle — both metrics are four times the competition.

Dedicated Power Charge Gauge
See at-a-glance if the PowerPrecision+ battery or the PowerCap capacitor are sufficiently charged at the start of a shift.

Prevent downtime with anti-loss tools
With Zebra’s Virtual Tether, both the cradle and scanner will alert users when a device is taken out of range or left out of the cradle for an extended period of time. As a result, you won’t have to worry about a customer accidentally leaving self-checkout with a cordless scanner in their cart or an associate misplacing a scanner in the backroom. And if a DS8178 is lost, simply press the cradle’s paging button to locate it.

Connect+ Contact Technology designed to last
The position of the charging contacts in the DS8100 Series charging cradles combined with Zebra’s exclusive Connect+ Contact Technology assures reliable, corrosion-free charging over the life of the scanner.

Eliminate Bluetooth interference with Wi-Fi Friendly Mode
Only operate on channels that are not shared with your wireless LAN (WLAN), protecting service levels for workers and customers.

Easily capture label data for better inventory management
With Label Parse+, the DS8100 Series can instantly capture and parse GS1 label barcode data on items, enabling associates to easily capture a wealth of data, including expiration dates and lot number/ manufacturing location.

Capture multiple barcodes with one press of the scan trigger
With Multi-Code Data Formatting (MDF), the DS8100 Series can capture multiple barcodes with a single scan and transmit only the barcodes you need, in the order your application expects.

Capture drivers license data (DL version required)
With one press of the scan trigger, cashiers can capture and parse data on drivers licenses to automatically populate a loyalty or credit card application, verify age for age-restricted purchases and more.

Support for the barcode of the future — Digimarc™
The DS8100 Series supports Digimarc digital watermark technology, enabling faster checkouts and easier self-checkout.

Direct Decode Indicator improves productivity
Since the illumination on the barcode flashes to indicate a good decode, associates never need to pause to make sure a barcode was captured correctly.
Unrivaled manageability

Switch workflows in an instant with AutoConfig
Zebra’s AutoConfig cradle automatically configures the DS8178 for your workflow. For example, you can take a DS8178 from self-checkout and use it for a manned lane, customer service, inventory or receiving without having to change settings. Since scanner settings are stored in the cradle base, simply pair the scanner to a different base to automatically configure it for a new host application and use case.

Identify and correct problem barcodes with ScanSpeed Analytics
Only from Zebra, ScanSpeed Analytics provides detailed performance metrics on every barcode captured — enabling you to identify and eliminate poor performing barcodes that slow down your operations.

No-cost tools to meet advanced management needs
With 123Scan, you can easily create configuration barcodes to program scanners. If your imagers are in multiple locations across the country or around the world, with Scanner Management Service (SMS), you can configure and update the firmware for any DS8100 Series device that is plugged into the host — no depot staging or user action is required.

Up-to-the-minute insight into every aspect of your scanners
The logging agent’s Remote Diagnostics capabilities automate the recording of scanner asset information, health and statistics, configuration settings and barcode data — giving you the information needed for event verification, blockchain traceability, pilot site ROI generation, troubleshooting and predictive fleet-wide trend analysis.

Visionary visibility into battery performance metrics
The PowerPrecision+ battery provides a wealth of health information, so you can easily spot and replace aging batteries before battery failures cause checkout delays.

Easy application development
Get everything you need to easily integrate scanning into your business applications with our Scanner Software Development Kits (SDKs) for Windows, Android, iOS and Linux.

UNSTOPPABLE PERFORMANCE FOR SUPERIOR CAPTURE OF 1D/2D BARCODES, PHOTOS, DOCUMENTS AND MORE
As a member of the Zebra Ultra-Rugged 3600 Series of scanners, the practically indestructible 1D/2D DS3608-HP corded and DS3678-HP cordless scanners are ready for the world’s toughest environments — the warehouse and manufacturing floor.

In addition to capturing virtually any 1D or 2D barcode as far as 7 ft./2.1 m away, these scanners give you the flexibility to capture a wide range of business information to streamline many everyday business processes, including OCR, documents and photos.

No matter what types of data your workers need to capture, you get all the features you need for truly unstoppable performance, redefining scanner reliability and management simplicity. The result? The dependable, fast and accurate scanning you need to take the quality of your products and your customer service to the next level.

SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE
Your workers can capture information as fast as they can pull the trigger — from virtually any electronic or printed barcode in any condition to photos that can provide undisputable proof of condition for incoming shipments, plus images of highly legible documents for electronic recordkeeping. Even if barcodes are damaged, dirty or poorly printed, no problem — this intelligent scanner can handle it all.

ULTRA-RUGGED DESIGN
The warehouse and manufacturing plant floor is as tough as its gets. That’s why we created a new product category — the ultra-rugged scanner. The corded and cordless models are the only scanners in this class that are dust-tight, sprayproof and waterproofed to IP67, with an IP65-sealed cradle for a complete rugged cordless solution.

UNRIVALED MANAGEABILITY
With our complimentary industry-best tools, managing these scanners couldn’t be easier. You can remotely configure and upgrade your scanners, format data properly for instant transmission into your business applications, monitor battery statistics for your cordless models and more.

The compact DS55 Fixed Mount Scanner puts high-performance scanning wherever you need it — the retail counter, self-service and ticketing kiosks, contactless pickup lockers, boarding gates and more. A versatile design lends itself to both standalone and embedded applications. With a tiny footprint, the DS55 Series fits into the smallest of kiosks, while its modern and elegant design blends seamlessly in any décor. Flexible mounting options, including support for third-party accessories, enable the DS55 Series to meet a wide range of applications. Zebra’s industry-leading performance ensures flawless high-volume scanning of any 1D and 2D barcode, including mobile barcodes on customer phones. And Zebra DNA ensures maximum performance year after year and makes it easier than ever to integrate, deploy and manage your scanners.

Engineered to Read Virtually Any Barcode
Whether your applications call for 1D or information-rich 2D barcodes, printed or mobile, including image capture or OCR, the DS55 Series can handle them all. Enhanced performance on mobile barcodes, including those on dimly lit screens, ensures that customer’s electronic tickets, boarding passes, loyalty cards and coupons are effortlessly scanned.

Versatility Redefined — One Scanner Meets Multiple Needs
Fits in the Smallest of Spaces
The tiny DS55 Series is ideal wherever a zero or minimal footprint is required. At just 1.2 in H x 2.2 in W x 2.8 in D (3.0cm H x 5.6cm W x 7.2cm D), the scanner can be mounted just about anywhere — attached to the register, under the counter for a true zero footprint, on the retail cashwrap, or a space-constrained light manufacturing workstation. And its sleek, elegant aesthetics are ideal for even the trendiest boutique.

Scan it All, Everywhere
Give Every User a Better Scanning Experience
Both seasoned employees and novice self-service users can count on first-time, every-time scanning with Zebra’s Intelligent Imaging technology. A megapixel sensor delivers 184% higher resolution than the previous generation DS457 for superior performance on damaged and poorly printed barcodes. Fast swipe speeds ensure barcodes are captured as quickly as they’re presented. A large, omni-directional field of view makes scanning easier than ever, as there’s less need to carefully position barcodes for a successful scan.

Easy Integration into Self-Service Solutions
The DS55 Series can be integrated into the most space-constrained products to bring world-class scanning performance to self-service kiosks, contactless pickup lockers, buy online pickup in store (BOPIS) kiosks, lottery terminals, ticketing kiosks and more. Integration into your product designs is easy. The flat face design can be flush mounted for a clean look. If you have a Zebra DS457 deployed today, the DS55 Series offers similar dimensions and matching mounting hole locations for an easy replacement.

All the Cables You Need
Multiple cable options — including 2 ft (0.6m) and 7 ft (2.1m), straight and right-angle connectors — provide just the right fit for your particular needs.

User-friendly Illumination and Aimer
Soft white illumination is easy on the eyes and the green LED aimer is easy to see in a variety of lighting conditions, making the DS55 Series a great fit for all applications, including ones sensitive to red light sources or safety issues with laser aimers.

Feedback You Can Hear in Any Environment
The DS55 Series features good decode LEDs and an adjustable beeper that’s twice as loud as the DS457. Users can easily confirm a successful scan even in loud environments or when the scanner is embedded inside a kiosk or locker.

Instantly Capture and Process Driver’s License Data
Use the information on a driver’s license to instantly verify age and identification, populate loyalty and credit card applications and more.

Capture OCR, Images and Documents
The DS55 Series makes it easy to take high quality images of prescriptions, ID cards, checks and more. Support for multiple OCR fonts streamlines and error-proofs data collection.

Flexible Mounting Options
Standard Mount Opens Up Virtually Limitless Possibilities
The DS55 Series features a standard ¼ - 20 camera mount for quick and easy mounting to a wide range of third-party accessories — clamps, poles, swivels, wall mounts, vehicle dash mounts and more. You can always find the right accessory for your specific need.

Triple Your Mounting Options with an Innovative 3-in-1 Mount
Zebra’s new 3-in-1 mounting accessory is a computer display mount, wall mount and presentation stand all in one. The magnetic mounting face securely holds the DS55 Series scanner in place, while letting the scanner swivel to either side as needed. It’s easy to lift the scanner off to scan an item in handheld mode, then pop it back on.

Low Cost of Ownership
Designed to Survive Spills and Drops
The DS55 Series offers the durability needed to handle all-day, everyday use in a variety of applications and environments. It’s built to withstand 5 ft (1.5m) drops to concrete and IP54 sealing protects against spills and dust.

Superior Reliability
The DS55 Series is backed by a 3-year warranty. Since Zebra data capture products are proven to have less than 0.5% failure rates, you can be confident in the long-term reliability of your scanner.

Easy Application Development
Get everything you need to easily integrate scanning into your business applications with our Scanner Software Development Kits (SDKs) for Windows, Android, iOS and Linux. These SDKs provide documentation, drivers, test utilities and sample source code.

Multi-Interface Flexibility
Every DS55 Series scanner supports both RS232 and USB to help future-proof your investment. If you migrate your host from RS232 to USB, you won’t need to purchase new scanners. And the DS55 Series is USB Certified for worry-free integration.

Make Data-Driven Decisions Informed by Your Scanners
Zebra’s IoT Connector is a fully automated real-time data collection tool that routes data from your scanners into your preferred IoT endpoint. The result? You can mine the data and get the insights needed to make decisions in real time.

Up-to-the-Minute Insight into Every Aspect of Your Scanners
Remote Diagnostics automate the recording of scanner asset information, health and statistics, parameter settings and barcode data — giving you the information needed for event verification, blockchain traceability, pilot site ROI generation, troubleshooting and predictive fleet-wide trend analysis.

Zebra DNA — Set Up. Secure. Manage. Optimize.
With more than 50 years of field-proven innovation, Zebra knows the scanning journey better than other providers. That’s why we’ve engineered Zebra DNA into all of our scanners. This suite of software tools provides constant visibility, increases uptime and gives you the flexibility to respond to changing needs. For example, 123Scan offers a patented configuration wizard that simplifies every step of deploying your scanners. With Advanced Data Formatting, you can easily create scanner data formatting rules to optimize your workflows and solve business problems. ScanSpeed Analytics helps identify poor performing barcodes that slow down transactions. Advanced parsing tools streamline the capture of more kinds of data. Powerful complimentary management software enables easy remote management. And much more.

The 'Go-Everywhere' Wearable Scanner Built for the Enterprise.
Today’s workers have high expectations for wearable devices — a modern design, a minimal footprint, and so easy to use that virtually no training is required. Your business requires a design that’s at home in both customer-facing areas and the warehouse, multiple wearable options for maximum use case flexibility, a rugged design to ensure a long lifecycle with a low Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), scanning options that match the needs of your environment, plus backroom accessories that reduce management time and cost. Now, you can have it all with the RS5100 Bluetooth Wearable Scanner.

Five Interchangeable Wearing Styles.
Regardless of hand size or use cases, there’s a wearable option that will provide all day comfort. The new Enterprise Hand Mount offers maximum flexibility — a range of sizes for right and left hands with an adjustable scanner position and aiming angle. Wear it like a ring on a single finger, with multiple options for trigger placement. Wear it on a belt or around the neck with the retractable lanyard — or on a back-of-hand mount designed to reach into small spaces.

Wireless and Practically Weightless.
At just over two ounces and two cubic inches, your workers will barely feel the RS5100, virtually eliminating hand fatigue. And Bluetooth provides freedom from cords — there are no cables to the host device for workers to manage, improving ergonomics and the user experience.

A Rugged Design with World-class Scanning.
The best-in-class rugged design can handle drops, bumps and even a high-pressure hose down — and the trigger is rated for millions of presses. Two scan engine options instantly capture virtually any barcode in practically any condition. And the wider field of view makes barcode capture even easier.