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Zebra DS4678 – Barcode Scanner
Part Number:
DS4678-DL7U2100SFW
Model:
DS4678
Zebra DS4678 Model Overview
Discover the Versatile Power of the DS4678 Series for Your Store
The cordless DS4678 scans even hard-to-read barcodes quickly and easily, keeping lanes moving and customers happy.
Key Features:
- Capture it all — scans items being purchased, labels on shelves, barcodes on pick lists, coupons on smartphones, small high-density codes and more.
- Scan range of 28 in./71 cm and a bright aiming spot so cashiers can scan items in a cart while remaining seated at the cash wrap.
- The versatile DS4678 can perform Optical Character Recognition (OCR) and even capture full-page documents.
- Day-in, day-out dependability.
- Complimentary industry preferred software tools for easy deployment and management across your entire enterprise.
Today’s shoppers don’t want to wait in long lines at the checkout or returns desk. The DS4600 Series offers the versatility and scanning performance you need to keep transactions fast and lanes flowing smoothly throughout the whole store. This feature-rich family of corded and cordless scanners helps associates scan items of all sizes, read barcodes in nearly any condition, and handle transactions of all kinds. There is a DS4600 Series model for every need in your store. From bulky items in a shopping cart to a customer’s driver’s license at the returns desk, a mobile coupon at checkout, tiny barcodes in the jewelry department, and auxiliary handheld scanning at self-checkout — the DS4600 Series can handle it all. The increased efficiency shrinks lines and keeps customers coming back again and again. And Zebra DNA enhances every stage of your scanning journey, from setup and security to management and optimization. The DS4600 Series — more data capture versatility, more range, and more innovation.
Capture It All with the DS4600 Series
No matter what kind of data you need to capture in your store, the DS4600 Series is ready for the job. Scan 1D and 2D barcodes, whether they’re printed on a label or displayed on a phone. Capture DotCode and dotted DataMatrix barcodes through cellophane, as well as the tiny and dense barcodes found on jewelry tags. Read wide barcodes on packages and cartons in the backroom. You can even collect data from IDs and travel documents using Optical Character Recognition (OCR), or parse driver’s license information for age verification, returns monitoring, loyalty, and credit card applications. The result? Superior value. You can deploy a single scanner family for virtually every scanning need across your store.
Superior “Can’t Miss” Scanning Range
The DS4600-SR can capture UPC codes up to 28 in (71cm) away, enabling checkout associates and self-checkout users to easily reach heavy or bulky items at the bottom of the shopping cart. It’s ideal for adding handheld scanning to a bioptic scanner, such as Zebra’s MP72 Series, in high-volume checkout lanes.
Count On Zebra Performance to Keep Lines Moving
The 800 MHz microprocessor, high-resolution megapixel sensor, and Zebra’s exclusive PRZM Intelligent Imaging technology provide instant barcode capture on even the most challenging barcodes. An exclusive rear engine design enables the DS4600 Series to read wider barcodes at every distance, compared to other scanners with a similar field of view. As a result, associates can focus on your customers, rather than positioning items.
Day-in, Day-Out Dependability
The DS4600 Series is engineered for durability, inside and out. IP52 sealing protects against spills. An exclusive double-sealed optical system guards the critical optical components from dust and liquid — ensuring that the ‘eye’ of the scanner always captures the sharpest possible barcode image for fast, reliable decoding. The recessed scan window protects against smudges, dirt, and scratches. And the scanner is built to survive multiple 6 ft (1.8m) drops to concrete and 2,000 tumbles in our punishing tumble test.
On-the-Fly Switching Between Handheld and Hands-Free
Simply place the scanner in the optional presentation stand or presentation cradle to automatically switch to hands-free mode; pick up the scanner for handheld mode — no setting changes required.
Flexible Feedback Modes That Work for Any Retail Environment
The DS4600 Series offers multiple feedback modes including a good decode LED that’s visible from any position, a traditional beep tone with adjustable volume/frequency, and Zebra’s Direct Decode Indicator that projects the illumination on the barcode.
Enhance Inventory Management with GS1 Label Parsing
With Label Parse+, the DS4600 Series can instantly capture and parse GS1 label barcode data, enabling associates to capture expiration dates, lot number, manufacturing location, and more.
Capture Multiple Barcodes With One Press of the Scan Trigger
With Multi-Code Data Formatting (MDF), the DS4600 Series can scan multiple barcodes with a single trigger pull and transmit only the barcodes you need, in the order your application expects.
Single Out One Barcode From Many
With Zebra’s Preferred Symbol, the DS4600 Series can capture and output only the preferred barcode, so workers no longer have to waste time physically covering nearby barcodes before scanning.
Deactivate EAS Tags While Scanning
Optional EAS support, available on the DS4600-HD/HL, allows associates to deactivate Checkpoint EAS tags while scanning the price, boosting productivity and preventing erroneous alarms.
Streamline Data Collection With OCR
Support for OCR expedites the collection of data from ID cards and travel documents that may not have barcodes — speeding up checkout transactions in airport shops and other locations.
Capture Driver’s License Data
Cashiers can capture and parse data on driver’s licenses to automatically populate a loyalty or credit card application, verify age for restricted purchases, process a customer’s return and more.
Full-Shift Power Your Workers Can Count On
The DS4678 supports over 50,000 scans in a single charge — that’s more than 13 hours of continuous scanning.
Choice of Standard and Presentation Cradles
The Presentation Cradle provides convenient hands-free scanning and charges the battery during use. The Standard Cradle can sit on a desktop or be mounted on a wall or checkstand. Both cradles are cross-compatible with Zebra’s DS8100 Series. And Zebra’s Connect+ Contact technology assures reliable, corrosion-free charging over the life of the scanner.
Keep Track of Your Cordless Scanners
With Virtual Tether, you won’t have to worry about a customer accidentally leaving self-checkout with a cordless scanner. Both the scanner and cradle alert when a scanner is taken beyond its range or left out of the cradle for a predefined length of time.
Eliminate Wireless Network Interference with Wi-Fi Friendly Mode
Zebra’s exclusive Wi-Fi Friendly Mode ensures that cordless scanners won’t interfere and disrupt your Wi-Fi network.
Effortless Deployment
The DS4600 Series couldn’t be easier to set up. Right out of the box, the scanner is configured for the applications you use every day, while auto-host detect cables automatically select the right host interface — just plug in the scanner and you’re ready to go.
Make Data-Driven Decisions Informed by Your Scanners
Zebra’s IoT Connector is a fully automated real-time data collection tool that routes data from your scanners into your preferred IoT endpoint. By mining and analyzing the data, you can get the insights needed to make data-driven decisions in real time.
Up-to-the-Minute Insight into Every Aspect of Your Scanners
Remote Diagnostics automate the recording of scanner asset information, health and statistics, parameter settings and barcode data — giving you the information needed for troubleshooting, predictive fleet-wide trend analysis and more.
Zebra DNA — Set Up. Secure. Manage. Optimize.
With more than 50 years of field-proven innovation, Zebra knows the scanning journey better than other providers. That’s why we’ve engineered Zebra DNA into all of our scanners. This suite of software tools provides constant visibility, increases uptime and gives you the flexibility to respond to changing needs. For example, 123Scan simplifies every step of deploying your scanners. With Advanced Data Formatting, you can easily create scanner data formatting rules to optimize your workflows and solve business problems. Powerful complimentary management software enables easy remote management. And much more.
Markets and Applications
- Retail
- Checkout scanning
- Mobile scanning: eCouponing/loyalty
- DL parsing: age verification, loyalty and credit applications
- Auxiliary handheld scanning to bioptic scanner in high-volume checkout lanes
- Cigarette and liquor tax verification
- Checkpoint EAS
- OCR/Passport reading
- Receiving
- Inventory
- Drive-thru
- Hospitality
- Event/admission ticketing
Technical Information
Interfaces/Ports
Host Interface:
USB
Physical Characteristics
Color Family:
Black
Product Color:
Black
Item Numbers
UNSPSC:
43211701
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Frequently Asked Questions
What barcode types can the Zebra DS4678 scanner read?
The DS4678 captures 1D and 2D barcodes, including UPC codes, DotCode, DataMatrix, and high-density barcodes on jewelry tags. It also supports Optical Character Recognition (OCR) for reading ID cards, travel documents, and driver's licenses, making it versatile for virtually every scanning need across retail environments. We offer this scanner with comprehensive software tools to help you deploy and manage it across your entire enterprise.
How far can the DS4678 scan barcodes?
The DS4678 has a scan range of 28 inches (71 cm) with a bright aiming spot, allowing cashiers to scan items in a shopping cart while remaining seated at the cash wrap. This extended range is ideal for capturing UPC codes on bulky items at the bottom of carts and for auxiliary handheld scanning in high-volume checkout lanes. Contact us today to learn how this range improves checkout efficiency in your store.
Is the DS4678 durable enough for retail environments?
Yes, the DS4678 is engineered for durability with IP52 sealing that protects against spills, a double-sealed optical system to guard against dust and liquid, and a recessed scan window to prevent smudges and scratches. It's designed to survive multiple 6-foot drops to concrete and 2,000 tumbles in a punishing tumble test, ensuring day-in, day-out dependability in demanding retail settings. Visit barcodesinc.com to explore our full selection of rugged scanning solutions.
How long does the battery last on a single charge?
The DS4678 supports over 50,000 scans in a single charge, providing more than 13 hours of continuous scanning for full-shift power your workers can count on. The cordless design with optional presentation cradle enables hands-free operation while the scanner charges, keeping checkout lanes moving throughout the day. Contact us today for details on battery options and cradle compatibility.
What connectivity options does the DS4678 offer?
The DS4678 features Bluetooth 5.2 with both Classic and BLE profiles, offering Class 1 range up to 330 feet (100m) and Class 2 up to 33 feet (10m) with adjustable power output. It also supports auto-host detect cables that automatically select the right host interface—USB, RS232, or keyboard wedge—so you can simply plug in the scanner and be ready to go. We offer this scanner with standard and presentation cradles that are cross-compatible with Zebra's DS8100 Series.
Can the DS4678 prevent interference with my Wi-Fi network?
Yes, the DS4678 includes Zebra's exclusive Wi-Fi Friendly Mode, which ensures that cordless scanners won't interfere with or disrupt your Wi-Fi network operations. Additionally, the Virtual Tether feature alerts you when a scanner is taken beyond its range or left out of the cradle for a predefined time, preventing loss and improving security. Visit barcodesinc.com to learn how our Zebra DNA software suite helps you manage and optimize your scanning fleet.
The Zebra DS4678-DL7U2100SFW Barcode Scanner is also known as
ZEB-DS4678DL7U2100SF
or DS4678DL7U2100SFW.
