Zebra DS8178 Cordless Barcode Scanner | 1D/2D Wireless Scanner for Retail| POS| Warehouse & Inventory Management

Brand: Zebra (Zebra Technologies) 

Model / Series: DS8178 (part of DS8100 Series — Cordless 1D/2D Scanner

Scan Type & Compatibility: 1D, 2D and Digimarc barcodes — works with standard barcodes, QR codes, DataMatrix, PDF417, etc. 

Scanner Technology: PRZM Intelligent Imaging with 1280×960 pixel image sensor and 800 MHz processor for fast, accurate scanning. 

Connectivity & Interfaces: Cordless — Bluetooth 4.0 (with HID / Serial / USB support), supports USB, RS‑232, keyboard‑wedge / IBM‑46xx interfaces. 

Battery & Power: Rechargeable 2,500 mAh Li‑Ion “PowerPrecision+” battery; up to ~ 65,000 scans per charge / approx. 83 hours operation per full charge. 

Durability & Build: Drop‑tested to 1.8 m (approx. 6 ft) to concrete — rugged enough for retail/warehouse use; IP42 rating for dust & water resistance.                                                 

About This Item

• Universal Barcode Compatibility: Reads 1D & 2D barcodes — including QR codes, PDF417, DataMatrix, Digimarc, and codes from mobile screens or printed labels. 

• Advanced Imaging & Speed: Equipped with a high‑resolution 1280 × 960 pixel sensor and powered by an 800 MHz processor + PRZM Intelligent Imaging, delivering fast and accurate decoding, even for damaged or low‑quality codes. p

• Cordless & Wireless Convenience: Uses Bluetooth 4.0 for wireless connection — giving freedom of movement and reducing cable clutter on POS counters, warehouses, or retail floors. 

• Extended Scan Range: Can scan barcodes from a distance — up to about 24 inches (≈ 61 cm), enabling easy scanning even when items are in carts or on shelves.