Zebra DS9908 & DS9908R Corded Hybrid 1D/2D Barcode Scanner & UHF RFID Reader for Retail POS

Engineered to deliver unmatched checkout speed, seamless hybrid versatility, and optional RFID item-level capture right at the retail point of sale, the Zebra DS9908 & DS9908R Corded Hybrid 1D/2D Barcode Imagers & UHF RFID Readers bridge the gap between high-speed presentation scanning and precision handheld barcode capture.

Featuring a patented hybrid design with capacitive touch sensing and an accelerometer, the DS9900 Series instantly and dynamically switches between a wide-angle hands-free presentation mode (sweeping items up to 240 in/s / 610 cm/s) and a narrow-beam handheld mode (aiming range up to 24 in / 62 cm) the moment an associate lifts or sets down the scanner. Powered by an 800 MHz microprocessor with PRZM Intelligent Imaging and a high-resolution 1280 × 800 megapixel sensor, it captures poorly printed, wrinkled, smudged, and on-screen mobile coupons effortlessly. The DS9908R RFID model integrates a powerful UHF RFID reader/writer that reads RFID-tagged merchandise, deactivates 8.2 MHz Checkpoint EAS security tags, and commissions tags simultaneously in a single pass at checkout, reducing shrinkage and eliminating line bottlenecks.

Key Features & Commercial Advantages

• Dynamic Hybrid Dual-Mode Scanning:
  • Hands-Free Presentation Mode: Wide field of view and rapid 240 ips pass-through scanning keeps retail checkout queues moving fast.
  • Handheld Mode: Narrow illumination beam and aiming dot allow cashiers to easily pick out individual barcodes on multi-item cartons or heavy items in shopping carts.
• Optional UHF RFID Model (DS9908R):
  • Reads RFID-tagged items at checkout to process high-ticket apparel or electronics without hunting for barcodes.
  • Simultaneously deactivates 8.2 MHz Checkpoint EAS tags during scan to prevent false gate alarms.
  • Supports RFID tag commissioning right at the POS station or returns desk.
• Driver’s License Parsing (DL Models): Built-in hardware parsing automatically populates customer loyalty registration forms and verifies age for restricted tobacco, alcohol, and pharmaceutical purchases.
• High-Resolution Megapixel Sensor (1280 × 800): Effortlessly decodes high-density 1D/2D barcodes, Digimarc digital watermarks, OCR text, and illuminated smartphone wallet codes.
• Rugged Retail-Grade Reliability: Survives multiple 5 ft / 1.5 m drops to concrete, 2,000 tumbles, and features elevated electronics with IP52 sealing against inevitable beverage spills at the register.
• Comprehensive Multi-Interface Connectivity: Supports USB, RS-232, and Keyboard Wedge with automatic host detection cables.

Target Industries & Point-of-Sale Applications

• Retail Front-of-Store & Apparel: High-speed checkout, mobile payment/coupon scanning, RFID item ringing, EAS deactivation.
• Convenience Stores & Gas Stations: Fast scanning, instant Driver’s License age verification for tobacco and lottery sales.
• Quick-Serve Restaurants (QSR): High-throughput drive-thru and counter checkout, QR customer loyalty points redemption.
• Customer Service & Returns Desks: Merchandise return authentication, RFID tag re-commissioning, warranty tracking.

Technical Specifications