Zebra DS8178-HC FIPS Cordless Healthcare Barcode Scanner Kit with PowerCap and Desk/Wall Cradle – USB Interface

The Zebra DS8178-HC FIPS Cordless Scanner Kit is a premium, healthcare-grade barcode scanner designed specifically for medical environments. Engineered to enhance patient care and clinician productivity, this scanner seamlessly integrates into demanding hospital workflows. It features Zebra’s advanced PRZM Intelligent Imaging technology and a high-resolution sensor for flawless scanning of even the most difficult barcodes — including curved, tiny, or low-contrast codes found on syringes, IV bags, and specimen labels.

Its disinfectant-ready housing is built to endure rigorous sanitation routines using harsh hospital-grade cleaners. With features like Night Mode with vibrate feedback, green LED aimer safe for NICU use, and a built-in lamp, the DS8178-HC promotes silent, accurate scans without disturbing patients.

This kit includes the DS8178-HC FIPS-compliant scanner, a PowerCap™ capacitor, a shielded USB cable, and a desk/wall mountable cradle, making it ideal for point-of-care scanning in fast-paced medical settings.

Product Features

• Purpose-built for healthcare with disinfectant-ready housing and anti-microbial plastics
• Cordless freedom with secure Bluetooth and FIPS 140-2 certified encryption
• PowerCap™ capacitor enables 2,000 scans on a full charge; 100 scans after only 35 seconds
• Advanced PRZM Intelligent Imaging and 800 MHz processor for fast, accurate scanning
• Night Mode with vibration feedback ensures quiet operation in patient rooms
• Green LED aimer safe for NICU and reduces risk of PTSD episodes
• Built-in lamp doubles as a task light during low-light clinical workflows
• Virtual Tether & AutoConfig prevent misplacement and ease workflow transitions
• Wi-Fi Friendly Mode avoids WLAN interference in hospital settings
• Multi-code capture, UDI Scan+, and Blood Bag Parse+ streamline patient safety and traceability

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