Laboratory barcode scanner DS2200-HC Series

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Overview
The DS2200-HC Series is a purpose-built 2D barcode scanner family for clinical and healthcare environments. Available in corded (DS2208-HC) and cordless (DS2278-HC) variants, the series features a disinfectant-ready housing, PRZM Intelligent Imaging for reliable decoding of poor-quality and challenging barcodes, and options for point-of-care and hands-free workflow.

Key features

• PRZM Intelligent Imaging: instant decoding of 1D/2D barcodes including low-quality codes.
• Disinfectant-ready housing: designed for regular cleaning with common healthcare disinfectants.
• Direct Decode Indicator / Do Not Disturb: projected illumination confirms a good read without audible beeps.
• Patent-pending aiming line: intuitive guide for correct scanning distance.
• Cordless operation (DS2278-HC): 2,400 mAh Li‑Ion battery with typical operating time up to 84 hours; guaranteed support for a clinician shift (14 hours) with fast-charge options.
• On-the-fly handheld / hands-free switching with optional presentation cradle (CR2278).
• Flexible charging: micro USB, BC1.2 fast charging and cradle charging that can charge during use.
• Pre-configured for healthcare: auto-host detect cables and support for many host interfaces and international keyboards.
• Connectivity and management: Scan-to-Connect Bluetooth pairing, Wi‑Fi Friendly mode, DataCapture DNA suite, 123Scan and Scanner Management Service (SMS).

Deployment & management

• Pre-configured healthcare profiles for rapid deployment.
• Supports USB, RS232, Keyboard Wedge and TGCS (IBM) 46XX over RS485 interfaces.
• Tools for staging and remote management: 123Scan, SMS and SDKs for Windows/Android/iOS/Linux.
• Global-ready with broad keyboard support for international deployments.

Typical applications

• Patient identification and admission (wristbands)
• Medication dispensing and bedside administration
• Specimen tracking and laboratory workflows
• Blood product identification and transfusion management
• Pharmacy inventory, dispensing and verification
• EMR access and bedside charting

Technical specifications (selected)

• Models: DS2208-HC (corded), DS2278-HC (cordless); optional CR2278 presentation cradle.
• Imager: 640 x 480 pixels; Field of view: 32.8° H x 24.8° V; Minimum print contrast: 15%.
• Dimensions: DS2208-HC 16.5 x 6.6 x 9.9 cm; DS2278-HC 17.5 x 6.6 x 9.0 cm; Cradle 7.2 x 9.4 x 12.2 cm.
• Weight: DS2208-HC 161.6 g; DS2278-HC 214 g; Cradle 151 g.
• Battery (DS2278-HC): 2,400 mAh Li‑Ion; up to ~110,000 scans per charge (typical profile); operating time up to 84 hours.
• Bluetooth (cordless): v4.0 with BLE, Class 2, typical range ~10 m; Scan-to-Connect pairing.
• Environmental: IP52; multiple 1.5 m drops to concrete; 250 tumbles at 0.5 m; operating 0 °C to 50 °C (imagers).
• Decode capability: common 1D and 2D symbologies (Code 39, Code 128, Data Matrix, QR, PDF417, GS1 DataBar, etc.).
• Warranty: DS2208-HC 60 months; DS2278-HC 36 months; CR2278 36 months; Battery 12 months.

Regulatory & safety

• Environmental: RoHS compliant.
• Electrical safety and LED: standards IEC/EN/UL (refer to product reference for specifics).
• EMI / Immunity and RF compliance: region-specific approvals (see datasheet).

Accessories & services

• Optional accessories: CR2278 presentation cradle, spare batteries, micro USB cables.
• Recommended services: Zebra OneCare Select and Zebra OneCare Essential.