Symbol Rugged Cordless Scanner

 LS-3478-FZ

Overview

This cordless, rugged scanner captures all one-dimensional (1D) bar codes — even when dirty, damaged or poorly printed.

Additional benefits:

  • Ideal for manufacturing, warehousing or logistics environments which are known to be unfriendly to bar code labels.

  • Features fuzzy logic technology for fast and accurate reading of 1D bar codes, no matter what their condition.

  • Enables operators to work within a 150-foot range, going far beyond the 6-foot corded device range.

  • IP65-rated sealing protects against elements.

  • Withstands multiple 6.5-ft. (2-m) drops to concrete.

  • Two modes of confirmation, a bright light and a beeper with adjustable volume, let operators know when scan is successful — even in noisy or poorly lit areas.

Accurately scan damaged or poorly printed bar codes

Symbol's rugged LS3478-FZ cordless scanner provides fuzzy logic technology so you're able to rapidly and accurately read the often damaged, dirty and poorly printed one-dimensional (1D) bar codes often found in your industrial environment.

In the yard, warehouse, distribution center, manufacturing plant or retail store, these cordless handheld devices offer superior performance and reliability, as well as a user-friendly form factor to help your employees comfortably operate the scanner even over eight-hour shifts. Multiple onboard interfaces ensure you'll be able to use the data capture devices with existing hosts, while giving you the flexibility to upgrade your systems without having to buy new scanners. You'll lay the foundation for an advanced data capture and management solution that grows with you as your business needs evolve.

 

Eliminate the cord, not performance

Your warehouse, manufacturing and even retail employees operate operate more efficiently when you eliminate the cable between the device and the host. Your production line technician is able to scan damaged and dirty bar codes without being cabled to the host, enabling you to save time and create more data accuracy. And, you've probably noticed the cable is a common point of failure in handheld devices operating in industrial facilities. Having no cord translates into less downtime from cable breakdowns.

 

Minimize equipment downtime

As innovative as it is rugged, the Symbol LS3478-FZ delivers the ergonomic and operational features for scan-intensive industrial applications under the harshest operating conditions. During industry tumble tests, it continued to provide reliable performance even when subjected to multiple drops of 6.5 feet (2 metres) to concrete. An IP65-rated seal makes it impervious to dust and water, and its exit window is scratch-resistant and recessed for the highest level of durability. As a result, you avoid unnecessary equipment downtime or expensive equipment replacement costs.

 

Provide versatility for your industrial applications

When you require quick scanner access and convenient out-of-the-way storage, such as on a forklift in a warehouse, the LS 3478-FZ features a built-in metal hook for attachment to a pulley. Workers will be able to access the scanner easily and stow it quickly when they're finished.

Working around noisy machinery and in poorly lit areas, your operators aren't always able to see or hear scanner feedback to quickly determine if scans have completed. Bright LEDs and an adjustable-volume beeper on the the LS 3478-FZ ensure that decode feedback is clearly visible and audible, saving valuable worker time.

 

End maintenance worries with a full suite of services and support

Even the most rugged scanners need a support plan to cover maintenance. That’s why Symbol covers every aspect of your mobility solution— from network design to ongoing operations— providing unsurpassed breadth and depth of coverage to ensure all of your services and support needs are met.

 

Symbol Services offer:

  • Professional planning, assessment and implementation services, forming the foundation of a successful solution.

  • A global team with unrivaled industry and product expertise, focused on Symbol product support.

  • Responsive customer support and maintenance services, ensuring your solution operates seamlessly and efficiently.

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Features

Benefits

High-performance scanner with fuzzy logic decode capability.

Quickly and accurately scans all 1D bar codes on the first scan, including poorly printed, dirty, damaged or low-contrast bar codes.

Cordless scanning.

Enables real-time bar code data collection unrestricted by a cable, reducing repairs made necessary by cable failure.

Rugged design withstands multiple 6.5-ft. (2-m) drops to concrete; 2,500 3.5-ft. (1-m) tumbles (5,000 hits).

Ensures maximum reliability with less downtime resulting from accidental drops.

IP65-rated seal (electronic enclosure).

Protects against water and dust to ensure reliable performance in harsh industrial conditions, reducing unplanned downtime because of equipment failure.

Bright LED and beeper with adjustable volume.

Ensure positive user feedback in noisy environments with multiple modes of confirmation, so employees don't waste time trying to determine if a scan has been completed.

Multi-point communication.

Four scanners communicate to a single cradle for increased productivity.

Bright 650 nm laser aiming dot.

Delivers clearly visible line for more accurate scanning.

Supports reduced space symbologies (RSS).

Ensures compatibility with emerging symbologies to protect your hardware investment.

Advanced data formatting.

Eliminates costly modifications to the host software.

Flash memory.

Simplifies updates and customization of product in the field.

Universal cable set.

Allows for easy replacement and upgrades.

Multiple on-board interfaces.

Ensures flexible connectivity with different hosts, enabling you to maximize use of your existing technology.

 

LS 3478-FX Specification Highlights

Physical Characteristics

Dimensions:

7.34 in. L x 4.82 in. W x 2.93 in. D 18.65 cm H x 12.25 cm W x 7.43 cm D

Weight (without cable):

14.6 oz. (414 gm)

Battery:

2200 mAh Lithium Ion Battery

Battery charge time:

Fully charged (100%) in 3 hours

Colour:

Twilight Black and Yellow

Performance Characteristics

Scanner Type:

Retrocollective

Light Source:

650 nm visible laser diode

Scan repetition:

36 scans per second typical

Minimum element width:

5 mil (0.127 mm)

Nominal working distance:

See decode zone.

Print contrast:

25% minimum reflective difference

Roll (Tilt) - Controlled by rotating the wrist clockwise or counterclockwise:

+/- 20 degrees from normal

Pitch - Controlled by dropping or raising the wrist:

+/- 65 degrees from normal

Skew (Yaw) - Controlled by rotating the wrist from left to right or vice versa :

+/- 50 degrees from normal

Decode Capability:

UPC.EAN, UPC.EAN with Supplementals, UCC.EAN 128, JAN 8 & 13, Code 39, Code 39 Full ASCII, Code 39 Trioptic, Code 128, Code 128 Full ASCII, Codabar (NW7), Interleaved 2 of 5, Discrete 2 of 5, Code 93, MSI, Code 11, Code 32, Bookland EAN,IATA, UCC/EAN RSS and RSS variants.

Interfaces Supported:

RS232, Keyboard Wedge, Wand Emulation, Scanner Emulation, IBM 468X/469X, USB and Synapse.

User Environment

Operating Temperature:

-4° to 122°F (-20° to 50°C)

Storage Temperature:

-40° to 140°F (-40° to 60°C)

Humidity:

5% to 95% relative humidity, noncondensing

Sealing:

Sealed to IP65 specifications

Drop Specification:

Unit functions normally after repeated 6.5-ft. (2-m) drops to concrete.

Ambient Light Immunity:

Immune to direct exposure of normal office and factory lighting conditions, as well as direct exposure to sunlight:
  Indoor: 450 foot candles/4,842 LUX;
  Outdoor: 8,000 foot candles/86,080LUX .

Electrostatic discharge:

Conforms to 20 kV air discharge and 8 kV of contact discharge.

Cradles

 

STB 3408 & FLB 3408

STB 3478 & FLB 3478

Power requirements

4.75 - 14 VDC

4.75 - 14 VDC

Typical current draw

 

 

 - Not charging

10 mA

105 mA @5V
45 mA @9V

 - Fast rate charge

915 mA @5V
660 mA @9V

915 mA @5V
660 mA @9V

 - Slow rate charge

480 mA @5V
345 mA @9V

480 mA @5V
345 mA @9V

 - Radio link

N/A

Bluetooth class 1 (2.4 GHz), Class 2

Radio Specifications

Radio range:

100 meters direct line of sight

Frequency:

2.4 GHz

Regulatory

Input transient protection:

IEC 1000-4-(2,3,4,5,6,11)

EM/RFI:

FCC Part 15 Class B, ICES-003 Class B, European Union EMC Directive, Japan VCCI/MITI/Dentori.

Laser safety:

IEC825-1 CLASS 2

Warranty

The LS3478-FZ is warranted against defects in workmanship and materials for a period of 30 months from date of shipment, provided that the product remains unmodified and is operated under normal and proper conditions. See full warranty for details.

Decode Zone

LS 3478-FZ decode zone.

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