General Purpose Handheld

DS8100 Series

Premium Handheld Imager

The DS8100 Series combines the power of an 800 MHz microprocessor, a high-resolution megapixel sensor and exclusive PRZM technology to instantly capture the widest range of 1D and 2D barcodes. Superior scan range up to 24 in./61 cm, a bright aiming spot, and ergonomic design improve checkout speed and customer satisfaction.

DS8100 Series
Key Features

DS8100 Series

800 MHz Processor

Powerful microprocessor enables instant barcode capture regardless of condition or quality

PRZM Technology

Zebra exclusive intelligent imaging technology for the fastest capture of any barcode

24 in. Scan Range

Extended scanning range improves checkout speed and reduces cashier fatigue

Multi-Code Capture

Multi-Code Data Formatting captures multiple barcodes with one trigger press

DataCapture DNA

Zebra's suite of productivity and management tools simplify deployment and management

Ergonomic Design

Lightweight balanced design reduces fatigue during full-shift scanning

Technical Specifications

DS8100 Series

Scanner Type2D handheld imager, 1280 x 960 pixel sensor
Maximum Scan RangeUp to 24.0 in./61.0 cm (UPC 13 mil, 100%)
Illumination / Aiming(2) 645 nm red LEDs; 617 nm circular amber aiming LED
Host InterfacesUSB, RS-232, keyboard wedge, TGCS (IBM) 46XX via RS485
Bluetooth RadioBluetooth 4.0 with BLE; Class 1 up to 330 ft./100 m
BatteryPowerPrecision+ 2,500 mAh Li-ion; up to 65,000 scans
Drop SpecMultiple drops from 6.0 ft./1.8 m to concrete
Tumble Spec2,000 tumbles from 1.5 ft./0.5 m
Environmental SealingIP52
Operating Temperature32 °F to 122 °F / 0 °C to 50 °C
SymbologiesAll major 1D & 2D codes, plus Digimarc digital watermark
WarrantyDS8108: 5 years; DS8178: 3 years
Full Specifications

DS8100 Series Specifications

Physical Characteristics
DimensionsDS8108 corded and DS8178 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: 2.9 in. H x 3.7 in. W x 4.8 in. D / 7.4 cm H x 9.4 cm W x 12.2 cm D.
WeightDS8108 corded: 5.4 oz / 154 g. DS8178 cordless: 8.3 oz / 235.3 g. Wall/desk cradle: 7.1 oz / 202 g. Presentation cradle: 6.5 oz / 182 g.
Input Voltage RangeDS8108: 4.5 to 5.5 VDC. DS8178 cradles: 5 V: 4.7 to 5.5 VDC; 12 V: 10.8 to 13.2 VDC.
CurrentOperating current at rated voltage (5.0 V) for the corded DS8108: 450 mA. Cradle: 470 mA (typical) with standard USB; 743 mA (typical) at 12 V.
ColorNova white, twilight black
Supported Host InterfacesUSB Certified, RS232, keyboard wedge, TGCS (IBM) 46XX via RS485
Keyboard SupportSupports more than 90 international keyboards
FIPS Security CertificationFIPS 140-2 compliance certification
User IndicatorsDirect decode indicator; good-decode LED indicators; rear LED indicators; beeper (adjustable tone and volume); dedicated charging indicator
Performance Characteristics
Light SourceAiming pattern: 617 nm circular amber LED
Illumination(2) 645 nm red LEDs
Imager Field of View48° H x 37° V nominal
Image Sensor1280 x 960 pixels
Minimum Print Contrast16% minimum reflective difference
Pitch / Skew / Roll Tolerance+/- 60°; +/- 60°; 0-360°
Imaging Characteristics
Graphics FormatImages can be exported as Bitmap, JPEG or TIFF
Image Quality109 DPI on an A4 document
Minimum Element ResolutionCode 39 - 3.0 mil; Code 128 - 3.0 mil; Data Matrix - 6.0 mil; QR Code - 6.0 mil; PDF - 5.0 mil
User Environment
Operating Temperature32 °F to 122 °F / 0 °C to 50 °C
Charging Temperature32 °F to 104 °F / 0 °C to 40 °C
Storage Temperature-40 °F to 158 °F / -40 °C to 70 °C
Humidity5% to 95% relative humidity, non-condensing
Drop SpecificationDesigned to withstand multiple drops from 6.0 ft / 1.8 m to concrete
Tumble SpecificationDesigned to withstand 2,000 tumbles from 1.5 ft / 0.5 m
Environmental SealingIP52
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)DS8108/DS8178 and cradles: ESD per EN61000-4-2, +/-15 kV air discharge, +/-8 kV direct discharge and +/-8 kV indirect discharge
Ambient Light Immunity0 to 9,000 foot-candles / 0 to 96,840 lux
Radio Specifications
Bluetooth RadioBluetooth Standard version 4.0 with BLE: Class 1 330 ft / 100 m and Class 2 33 ft / 10 m, serial port and HID profiles
Adjustable Bluetooth PowerClass 1: Output power reduction adjustable from 4 dBm in 8 steps. Class 2: Output power reduction adjustable from 2 dBm in 8 steps.
Power
PowerPrecision+ Lithium-Ion BatteryCapacity: 2,500 mAh. Scans from full charge: 65,000. Charge time empty to full: 9 hours via USB. Charge time from audible low-battery warning to scan-ready at 20% of full charge (default): 3 hours via USB.
PowerCap CapacitorCapacity: 440 F. Scans from full charge: 2,000. Scans from scan-ready at 20% of full charge (default): 200. Scans from scan-ready at 15% of full charge: 100. Charge time empty to full: 30 hours via USB. Charge time from audible low-battery warning to scan-ready at 20% of full charge (default): 90 seconds via USB. Charge time from audible low-battery warning to scan-ready at 15% of full charge: 35 seconds via USB.
Regulatory
Electrical SafetyEN 60950-1 2nd Ed. + A11 + A1 + A12 + A2:2013, IEC 60950-1 2nd Ed. + A1 + A2, UL 60950-1, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1-07
Environmental PoliciesRoHS EN 50581
LED SafetyIEC 62471
IT EmissionsEN 55022 (Class B); EN 55032 (Class B)
IT ImmunityEN 55024
Harmonic Current EmissionsEN 61000-3-2
Voltage Variations and FluctuationsEN 61000-3-3
Radio Frequency DevicesCFR Title 47, Part 15, Subpart B, Class B
Digital ApparatusICES-003 Issue 6, Class B
Accessories
AccessoriesStandard cradle, presentation cradle, wall-mount bracket, spare battery, spare PowerCap, document capture
Decode Capabilities
1DCode 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)
2DPDF417, Micro PDF417, Composite Codes, TLC-39, Aztec, Data Matrix, MaxiCode, QR Code, Micro QR, Chinese Sensible Code (Han Xin), Postal Codes, SecurPharm, DotCode, Dotted Data Matrix
DigimarcDigital watermark technology
Decode Ranges (Typical)
Code 39: 3 mil2.2 in / 5.6 cm to 5.0 in / 12.7 cm
Code 39: 20 mil0 in / 0 cm to 36.8 in / 93.5 cm
Code 128: 3 mil2.6 in / 6.6 cm to 4.5 in / 11.4 cm
Code 128: 5 mil1.6 in / 4.1 cm to 8.4 in / 21.3 cm
Code 128: 15 mil0 in / 0 cm to 27.1 in / 68.8 cm
PDF 417: 5 mil2.3 in / 5.8 cm to 6.4 in / 16.3 cm
PDF 417: 6.7 mil1.8 in / 4.6 cm to 8.5 in / 21.6 cm
UPC: 13 mil (100%)0 in / 0 cm to 24.0 in / 61.0 cm
Data Matrix: 7.5 mil2.1 in / 5.3 cm to 6.9 in / 17.5 cm
Data Matrix: 10 mil1.1 in / 2.8 cm to 9.9 in / 25.1 cm
QR: 20 mil0.1 in / 0.3 cm to 17.6 in / 44.7 cm
Warranty
WarrantySubject to the terms of Zebra's hardware warranty statement, the DS8178 and CR8178 are warranted against defects in workmanship and materials for three years from the date of shipment. The DS8108 is warranted against defects in workmanship and materials for five years from the date of shipment.
Recommended Services
ServicesZebra OneCare Select; Zebra OneCare Essential
Utilities and Management
123ScanPrograms scanner parameters; updates firmware; displays scanned barcode data, scanning statistics, battery health, asset data; and prints reports.
Symbol Scanner SDKCreates a full-featured scanner application, including documentation, drivers, test utilities and sample source code.
Scanner Management Service (SMS)Remotely manage your Zebra scanner and query asset information.
Overview

Best-in-Class Performance, Innovation and Manageability

When your business demands the very best in performance, workforce productivity and customer service, the Zebra DS8100 Series handheld imagers deliver unprecedented performance. An 800 MHz microprocessor, a 1280 x 960 pixel megapixel sensor and PRZM intelligent imaging technology capture virtually any 1D or 2D barcode instantly — even damaged, dirty or poorly printed codes — while a 617 nm circular amber aiming pattern and a working range of up to 24.0 in./61.0 cm keep operators fast and accurate at the point of sale.

The DS8100 Series brings innovation beyond barcodes: Digimarc digital watermark support, full document and image capture, and Multi-Code Data Formatting that processes several barcodes in a single trigger pull. The cordless DS8178 pairs over Bluetooth 4.0 with BLE and is powered by either a 2,500 mAh PowerPrecision+ battery (up to 65,000 scans) or the PowerCap super-capacitor for rapid 90-second top-ups. With an IP52 rating, a 6.0 ft./1.8 m drop spec and unmatched manageability through Zebra's DataCapture DNA tool suite (123Scan, the Scanner SDK and Scanner Management Service), the DS8100 Series is built to perform shift after shift.

Ideal Applications

DS8100 Series

  • Retail POS
  • Healthcare
  • Government
  • Financial services
  • Light manufacturing

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