Zebra – DS9900 Series Corded Hybrid Imager
The D59900 Series Corded Hybrid Imager for Retail by Zebra is a cutting-edge solution designed to enhance productivity and customer experience at the point of sale. This versatile scanner offers a unique hybrid design that seamlessly transitions between handheld and hands-free scanning modes, providing maximum flexibility for users. With Zebra’s industry-leading scanning technology and PRZM Intelligent Imaging, the D59900 Series ensures exceptional performance on various types of barcodes, including dense, damaged, and electronic ones. One standout feature of the DS9900 Series is its RFID model, which combines a barcode scanner and RFID reader, enabling real-time inventory visibility and efficient checkout processes.
The scanner’s dynamic switching capability between modes, ergonomic design, and purpose-built functionalities for both handheld and presentation scanning make it a user-friendly and efficient tool for retail environments. Additionally, the scanner is built to withstand the rigors of daily use, with features like IP52 sealing, drop resistance, and a durable design that ensures reliable operation even in demanding point-of-sale settings.
Moreover, the DS9900 Series offers a range of innovative features to streamline operations, such as EAS tag deactivation, document scanning capabilities, OCR support, and Multi-Code Data Formatting for efficient data collection. The scanner also provides detailed performance metrics through Zebra’s ScanSpeed Analytics, allowing users to optimize scanning processes and enhance efficiency: ‘ With easy deployment, management tools like 123Scan and Scanner Management Service, and support for multiple languages, the DS9900 Series is a comprehensive solution for retail businesses looking to boost productivity, streamline operations, and provide an exceptional checkout experience for customers.
Specification
Physical Characteristics:
- Dimensions: DS9908 – 8.0 in. H x 3.7 in. W x 5.2 in. D; DS9908R – 8.0 in. H x 3.9 in. W x 5.75 in. D
- Weight: DS9908 – 11.6 oz./330.0 g; DS9908R – 14.8 oz./ 420.0 g
- Input Voltage Range: 4.5 to 5.5 VDC Host Powered; 4.5 to 5.5 VDC External Power Supply
- Color: Midnight Black
- Supported Host Interfaces: USB, RS232, Keyboard Wedge, TGCS (IBM) 46XX over RS485
- Keyboard Support: Supports over 90 international keyboardsPerformance Characteristics:
- Swipe Speed (Hands-Free): Up to 240 in./610 cm per second for 13 mil UPC in optimized mode
- Light Source: Circular 617m Amber LED
- Imager Field of View: 48 H x 30.6 V Nominal
- Image Sensor: 1280 x 800 pixels
- Minimum Print Contrast: 16% minimum reflective differenceRFID (DS9908R):
- Standards Supported: EPC Class 1 Gen2; EPC Gen2 V2; ISO-18000-63
- RFID Engine: Zebra Proprietary Radio Technology
- Nominal Read Range: ~18 in. / ~45.7 cm
- RFID Power Output: 3 dBm to 22 dBm
- Frequency Range: US – 902-928 MHz, EU – 865-868 MHz, Japan – 916-923 MHzImaging Characteristics:
- Graphics Format Support: Images can be exported as Bitmap, JPEG, or TIFF
- Image Quality (A4 Document): 116 PPI on an 8.3 x 11.7 in./21.0 x 29.7 cm document @ 8.0 in./20.3 cmEnvironmental:
- Operating Temperature: 32.0 to 122.0 F / 0.0 to 50.0 C
- Storage Temperature: -40.0 to 158.0 F / -40.0 to 70.0 C
- Humidity: 5% to 95% RH, non-condensing
- Drop: Specification: D59908 – Designed to withstand multiple drops at 5.0 ft./ 5 m to concrete; DS9908R – Designed to withstand multiple drops at 4.0 ft./1.2 m to concrete
- Tumble Specification: Designed to withstand 2,000 tumbles in5 ft. /0.5 m tumbler
- Environmental Sealing: D59908 – IP52; DS9908R – IP42
Benefits
The DS9900 Series instantly switches modes with a touch sensor and accelerometer, ensuring seamless operation without mechanical wear, enhancing user experience.
The DS9900_x000B_Series excels in scanning various barcodes, offering rapid-fire scanning, RFID integration, and high first-pass read rates, ensuring efficient checkout processes and customer satisfaction.
Designed for reliability, the DS9900 Series features a single circuit board design, double-sealed optical scanning system, and durability against spills and drops, ensuring dependable operation in demanding retail environments.
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