Zebra DS3608-SR Handheld bar code reader 1D/2D LED Black, Green

The Zebra DS3608-SR handheld bar code reader is an ultra-rugged 1D/2D scanner designed for demanding warehouse and manufacturing environments. Built to withstand dust, water and heavy use with an IP67 rating, the corded DS3608-SR delivers reliable, fast capture of printed and electronic barcodes from near contact up to 1.5 m (5 ft). It supports a wide range of linear and 2D symbologies and offers wired connectivity for stable integration into business systems.

Advantages

The DS3608-SR provides superior scanning performance across damaged, dirty or poorly printed barcodes and extends working range by approximately 30% compared with previous models. Its ultra-rugged construction includes dust-tight and waterproof protection (IP67), and when used with the IP65-sealed cradle it forms a complete rugged solution for continuous cordless workflows. Additional manageability features enable remote configuration, firmware upgrades, data formatting for back-end applications and monitoring of device statistics.

Suitable for

• Warehousing: inventory management and picking
• Manufacturing floor: part tracking and work-in-progress scanning
• Distribution centers: inbound/outbound scanning and sorting
• Retail stockrooms: receiving and restocking operations

Key specifications

• Scanner type: 1D/2D
• Sensor type: LED
• Connectivity: Wired (RS-232, USB and other wired interfaces)
• Durability: IP67 rating (dust-tight, waterproof)
• Weight: 0.305 kg
• Supported 1D codes: Plessey, MSI, GS1-128 (UCC/EAN-128), Code 93, Code 39, Code 128, Code 11, Codabar, UPC
• Supported 2D codes: MaxiCode, Aztec, Composite Codes, Data Matrix, Han Xin, Micro QR, MicroPDF417, PDF417, QR Code, TLC-39
• Product colours: Green, Black

How to use

Connect the DS3608-SR to your host system using the appropriate wired interface (USB, RS-232 or other supported cable). Aim the scanner at the barcode and press the trigger to capture the code; the device can read codes from near contact up to approximately 1.5 m (5 ft) depending on barcode size and quality. Use the scanner’s configuration tools to format data for direct transmission to your business application and to set preferred scanning parameters.

Recommendations

For best performance, keep the scanner window clean and verify barcode print quality when possible. Use the manufacturer’s management utilities to deploy configuration profiles and firmware updates, and follow workplace mounting and cradle guidelines if a hands-free or cordless workflow is implemented.