DS4600 Series
Versatile 1D/2D Scanner
The DS4600 Series delivers versatility and scanning performance to keep checkout lanes, manufacturing lines, and hospitals running. Available in standard range and high-density models, it captures everything from standard barcodes to tiny, high-density codes. Zebra's exclusive PRZM Intelligent Imaging technology provides best-in-class scanning performance.
DS4600 Series
PRZM Imaging
Zebra exclusive technology for best-in-class performance on any barcode type
Standard & HD Models
Choose standard range or high-density models to match your specific application
Corded & Cordless
Available in corded USB models and cordless Bluetooth configurations
Healthcare Ready
Disinfectant-ready housings available for hospital and clinical environments
DataCapture DNA
Complete suite of software tools for easy setup, deployment and management
All-Day Comfort
Balanced ergonomic design for fatigue-free scanning through full shifts
DS4600 Series
DS4600 Series
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Dimensions | DS4608-DPE corded: 6.5 in H x 2.6 in W x 3.9 in D (16.5 cm H x 6.7 cm W x 9.8 cm D) DS4678-DPE cordless: 6.6 in H x 2.6 in W x 4.2 in D (16.8 cm H x 6.6 cm W x 10.7 cm D) Standard cradle: 2.8 in H x 3.3 in W x 8.3 in D (7.1 cm H x 8.4 cm W x 21.1 cm D) Presentation cradle: 2.8 in H x 3.3 in W x 8.3 in D (7.1 cm H x 8.4 cm W x 21.1 cm D) |
| Weight | Corded: 5.7 oz (161.9 g) Cordless: 7.9 oz (225 g) Standard cradle: 7.1 oz (201.3 g) Presentation cradle: 6.5 oz (184.3 g) |
| Input Voltage Range | Corded: Host power 4.5 to 5.5 V DC; external power supply 4.5 to 5.5 V DC Standard/presentation cradle: Host power 4.7 to 5.5 V DC; external power supply 10.8 to 13.2 V DC |
| Operating Current at Nominal Voltage (5.0 V) | Corded: 340 mA (typical) Standard/presentation cradle: 470 mA (typical) with standard USB; 743 mA (typical) at 12 V |
| Standby (Idle) Current at Nominal Voltage (5.0 V) | Corded: 150 mA (typical) |
| Color | Twilight Black |
| Supported Host Interfaces | USB, RS232, TGCS (IBM) 46XX via RS485 |
| Keyboard Support | Supports more than 90 international keyboards |
| User Indicators | Direct decode indicator; good-decode LED indicators; rear LED indicators; beeper (adjustable tone and volume); haptic/vibration feedback |
| Performance Characteristics | |
| Light Source | Aiming pattern: 528 nm circular green LED |
| Illumination | (2) warm white LEDs |
| Imager Field of View | 34° H x 21.6° V nominal |
| Image Sensor | 1280 x 800 pixels |
| Minimum Print Contrast | 15% minimum reflective difference |
| Pitch/Skew/Roll Tolerance | +/- 60°, +/- 60°, 0°–360° |
| Imaging Characteristics | |
| Supported Graphic Formats | Images can be exported as Bitmap, JPEG or TIFF |
| Symbology Decode Capability | |
| 1D | Code 39, Code 128, Code 93, Codabar/NW7, Code 11, MSI Plessey, UPC/EAN, I 2 of 5, Korean 3 of 5, GS1 DataBar, Base 32 (Italian Pharmacode) |
| 2D | PDF417, Micro PDF417, composite codes, TLC-39, Aztec, DataMatrix, DotCode, dotted-line DataMatrix, MaxiCode, QR Code, Micro QR, Han Xin, postal codes, SecurPharm |
| Minimum Element Resolution | Code 39: 2.0 mil DataMatrix: 4.0 mil |
| User Environment | |
| Operating Temperature | +32.0°F to +122.0°F (0.0°C to +50.0°C) |
| Storage Temperature | -40.0°F to +158.0°F (-40.0°C to +70.0°C) |
| Humidity | 5% to 95% relative humidity, non-condensing |
| Drop Specification | Designed to withstand multiple drops from 6.0 ft (1.8 m) to concrete |
| Tumble Specification | Designed to withstand 2,000 tumbles in a 1.5 ft (0.5 m) tumbler |
| Sealing | IP52 |
| ESD | Scanner/standard cradle/presentation cradle: ESD per EN61000-4-2, +/-15 kV air discharge, +/-8 kV direct discharge and +/-8 kV indirect discharge |
| Ambient Light Immunity | 0 to 10,000 ft-candle / 0 to 107,000 lux |
| Radio Specifications (DS4678-DPE) | |
| Bluetooth Radio | Bluetooth standard version 5.2 with BLE: Class 1 330 ft (100 m) and Class 2 33 ft (10 m), serial port and HID profiles; adjustable power: Class 1 output power adjustable from 2 dBm in 8 steps; Class 2 output power adjustable from 0 dBm in 8 steps |
| Battery (DS4678-DPE) | |
| Battery | Type: Lithium-ion with asset reporting Capacity: 2500 mAh Scans from full charge: 50,000 Empty-to-full charge times: 2 hours 15 minutes with a 12 V external supply 4 hours 30 minutes with a 5 V external supply 3 hours via USB BC1.2 7 hours 45 minutes via standard USB |
| Decode Ranges (typical) | |
| Code 128: 2 mil | 0.3 in to 2.3 in (0.8 cm to 5.8 cm) |
| Code 128: 3 mil | 0 in to 3.5 in (0 cm to 8.8 cm) |
| Code 128: 15 mil | 4.2 in to 8.6 in (10.7 cm to 21.8 cm) |
| Code 39: 2 mil | 0.2 in to 3.0 in (0.5 cm to 7.6 cm) |
| Code 39: 3 mil | 0 in to 3.8 in (0 cm to 9.6 cm) |
| Code 39: 5 mil | 0 in to 5.2 in (0 cm to 13.2 cm) |
| PDF 417: 4 mil | 0 in to 3.3 in (0 cm to 8.4 cm) |
| PDF 417: 5 mil | 0 in to 3.8 in (0 cm to 9.6 cm) |
| PDF 417: 6.6 mil | 0 in to 4.5 in (0 cm to 11.4 cm) |
| UPC: 13 mil (100%) | 0 in to 8.5 in (0 cm to 21.5 cm) |
| DataMatrix: 4 mil | 0.2 in to 2.8 in (0.5 cm to 7.1 cm) |
| DataMatrix: 5 mil | 0 in to 3.4 in (0 cm to 8.6 cm) |
| DataMatrix: 10 mil | 0 in to 4.8 in (0 cm to 12.2 cm) |
| QR Code: 10 mil | 0 in to 4.5 in (0 cm to 11.4 cm) |
| Utilities & Management | |
| 123Scan | Programs scanner parameters, updates firmware, provides scanned barcode data and prints reports. |
| Scanner SDK | Produces a multi-function application for the scanner, including documentation, drivers, test utilities and sample source code. |
| Scanner Management Service (SMS) | Remotely manages your Zebra scanner and queries asset information. |
| Regulatory | |
| Environmental Policies | 2011/65/EU, EN 50581:2012 and EN IEC 63000:2018 |
| Electrical Safety | UL 60950-1 second edition, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1-07, EN 60950-1:2006/A2:2013, IEC 60950-1:2005/A2:2013, IEC 62368-1 (2nd ed.); EN 62368-1:2014 |
| LED Safety | IEC 62471:2006 (Ed. 1.0); EN 62471:2008 |
| EMI/RFI | FCC: Title 47, Part 15, Subpart B, Class B of the CFR; ICES-003 issue 6, Class B; EN 55032, Class B; EN 55024; EN 55035; EN 60601-1-2:2015, IEC 60601-1-2:2014 |
| Accessories, Warranty & Services | |
| Accessories | Gooseneck Intellistand cradle, adapter, standard cradle, presentation cradle |
| Warranty | Subject to the terms of Zebra's hardware warranty statement, the DS4678 and CR8178 are warranted against defects in workmanship and materials for a period of three years from the date of shipment. The DS4608 is warranted against defects in workmanship and materials for a period of five years from the date of shipment. |
| Recommended Services | Zebra OneCare Select; Zebra OneCare Essential; Zebra OneCare battery maintenance service |
DS4600 Series for Electronics Manufacturing
The DS4600 Series for electronics manufacturing (DS4600-DPE) is a family of high-performance imagers built specifically to improve productivity and quality control in light and electronics manufacturing. It sets a new standard of versatility and performance, helping you boost manufacturing capacity and prevent errors on the production line.
Available as the corded DS4608-DPE and the cordless DS4678-DPE, the scanner pairs a 1280 x 800 imaging sensor with a 528 nm aiming pattern and warm white illumination to capture 1D and 2D barcodes — including DotCode, DataMatrix and dotted-line codes common in electronics. The cordless model delivers a superior wireless experience with Bluetooth 5.2 and a 2500 mAh battery rated for roughly 50,000 scans per charge, while industry-preferred management tools such as 123Scan, the Scanner SDK and Scanner Management Service keep deployments simple. As a Zebra partner, Barrdega can help you select the right configuration — contact us for a quote.
DS4600 Series
- Retail checkout
- Healthcare
- Manufacturing
- Warehouse
- Pharmacy