Description
The Zebra DS8178 Cordless Scanner in Nova White delivers next-level scanning performance to help retailers and service providers provide a faster, smoother customer experience. Featuring FIPS 140-2 certification and MFi (Made for iOS) compatibility, it ensures secure wireless data transfer and seamless integration with Apple devices. This premium scanner captures even the most challenging barcodes—faded, damaged, crinkled, or displayed on screens—with precision and speed. Powered by Zebra’s DataCapture DNA software suite and PRZM Intelligent Imaging, the DS8178 is built for modern business operations demanding speed, security, and flexibility.
Whether deployed at the checkout, in self-service lanes, or during in-store fulfilment, this handheld imager ensures consistent performance and maximum productivity.
Product Features
- Unmatched Barcode Capture: Scans virtually all 1D/2D barcodes instantly—even those that are poorly printed or displayed on mobile screens.
- FIPS 140-2 Certified: Secure wireless communication for industries with strict data protection requirements.
- MFi Certified: Full compatibility with Apple iOS devices for flexible deployment.
- PowerPrecision+ Battery: Delivers 65,000 scans per full charge and provides detailed battery health metrics.
- Virtual Tether: Alerts users if the scanner is left out of range or misplaced.
- Multi-Code Data Formatting: Capture multiple barcodes and transmit only the required ones in order.
- Digimarc Support: Ready for barcodes of the future, enabling faster, easier self-checkouts.
- Wi-Fi Friendly Mode: Avoids interference with WLAN networks, maintaining strong wireless performance.
- Durable and Ergonomic Design: Withstands 1.8 m drops and 2,000 tumbles, with IP42 sealing against dust and spills.
- Flexible Power Options: Swap between PowerPrecision+ battery or PowerCap capacitor with ease.
Product Specifications
Specification | Details |
Scanner Type | Area Imager |
Connectivity | Bluetooth 4.0 (BLE), MFi certified |
Colour | Nova White |
FIPS Compliance | Yes, FIPS 140-2 |
Battery Type | PowerPrecision+ 2500 mAh Li-Ion |
Battery Life | Up to 65,000 scans per charge |
Drop Resistance | Multiple drops from 1.8 m to concrete |
Tumble Rating | 2,000 tumbles at 0.5 m |
Sealing | IP42 |
Decode Range (UPC 13 mil) | 0 to 24 in / 61 cm |
Dimensions (Scanner) | 16.8 x 6.6 x 10.7 cm |
Weight (Scanner) | 235.3 g |
Operating Temperature | 0° to 50°C |
Humidity | 5% to 95% non-condensing |
Environmental Compliance | RoHS, EN 60950-1, IEC 62471 |
Warranty | 3 Years |
Features
- Wireless
- Non-rugged
- Handheld
- 2D
- USB
- Standard Range
- Black
- General purpose
- Entry Level
- IP42
- Healthcare
- 3 Years
- New