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Zebra DS4608-SR – 2D Wired Barcode Scanner (IP52)
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EAN: 5704174084211
Zebra DS4608-SR (2D, IP52) – USB Kit
Standard-range 2D area imager for checkout, returns and retail operations. Built on an 800 MHz processor, 1280 × 800 sensor and PRZM Intelligent Imaging for consistent decoding of challenging barcodes and screens.
Reach that removes friction at the counter
The DS4608-SR variant reads 13 mil UPC (100%) up to 28 in / 71.1 cm, allowing operators to reach items in the cart without leaving the workstation.
Manufacturer warranty: 5 years (Zebra terms).

Technical highlights
Directly supported by the official product documentation.
1D + 2D + OCR decoding
Supports 1D/2D symbologies and OCR (OCR-A, OCR-B, MICR and US Currency).
Retail-grade durability
IP52 sealing, 1.8 m drops to concrete, 2,000 tumbles, double-sealed optics.
Integration and operation
Interfaces: USB, RS-232, IBM 46XX over RS-485. Supports 90+ international keyboards.
Objective note: “Checkpoint” EAS deactivation is listed as compatible at series level, but optional EAS deactivation is specified for DS4608-HD/HL variants.
Kit contents
- Always included: DS4608 scanner (SR variant)
- Common in USB kits: USB cable (part number may vary by channel)
- Optional / kit-dependent: presentation stand, specific cables, external power supply
Technical specifications
| Category | Detail |
|---|---|
| Type | DS4600 Series corded imager | DS4608-SR (standard range) |
| Sensor | 1280 × 800 pixels |
| Processor | 800 MHz |
| Field of view | 36.1° H × 22.6° V (nominal) |
| Minimum contrast | 15% minimum reflectance difference |
| Tolerances | Skew ±60°, Pitch ±60°, Roll 0° to 360° |
| Interfaces | USB, RS-232, TGCS (IBM) 46XX over RS-485 |
| Keyboards | Supports 90+ international keyboards |
| Image formats | Export: Bitmap, JPEG, TIFF |
| Image quality | 96 PPI on A4 document (DS4608-SR) |
| Dimensions | 6.5 in × 2.6 in × 3.9 in (16.5 × 6.7 × 9.8 cm) |
| Weight | 161.9 g |
| Sealing | IP52 |
| Drops | Up to 1.8 m to concrete (multiple drops) |
| Tumble | 2,000 tumbles in 0.5 m drum |
| Temperature | Operating: 0°C to 50°C | Storage: −40°C to 70°C |
| Humidity | 5% to 95% RH (non-condensing) |
| ESD | EN61000-4-2: ±15 kV air, ±8 kV direct, ±8 kV indirect |
| Ambient light | 0 to 107,000 lux |
| OCR | OCR-A, OCR-B, MICR, US Currency |
| Minimum resolution | Code 39: 3.0 mil | DataMatrix: 5.0 mil |
| Typical ranges (SR) | UPC 13 mil (100%): 0 to 28.0 in / 71.1 cm Code 39 20 mil: 0 to 44.0 in / 111.8 cm QR 20 mil: 0 to 17.5 in / 44.5 cm |
| Warranty | 5 years |
Specifications above are based on the official Zebra DS4600 Series (Retail) Product Spec Sheet.
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