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Zebra's corded megapixel 1D/2D imager, in standard-range (SR) and high-density (HD) versions, for busy retail checkouts and goods inward where codes are small, damaged, on screens or far away.
DS4608 price in India: ask our team for today's competitive price. Share your requirement and budget, and we will help you choose the right configuration and send a written quotation with current pricing and delivery time.
Covered by the manufacturer's warranty. The warranty period, terms and conditions are as declared by Zebra.
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Why the DS4608
The DS4608 is the corded scanner in Zebra's DS4600 Series; the DS4678 is the cordless model. It comes as the DS4608-SR (standard range), the DS4608-HD (high density, for very small codes) and a white healthcare model, the DS4608-HC.
A 1280 × 800 sensor, an 800 MHz processor and Zebra's PRZM decoding read poorly printed, damaged and low-contrast codes. The SR version reads Code 39 down to 3 mil and Data Matrix to 5 mil; the HD version goes to 2 mil and 4 mil.
The DS4608-SR reads a 13 mil UPC/EAN code from 0 to 71.1 cm and a 20 mil Code 39 up to 111.8 cm, so cashiers can scan heavy items without lifting them.
It decodes DotCode and dotted Data Matrix through cellophane, QR and Data Matrix on phone screens, and OCR-A, OCR-B and MICR text. Images can be exported as Bitmap, JPEG or TIFF.
Label Parse+ picks fields such as expiry date and lot number out of GS1 labels. Multi-Code Data Formatting reads several barcodes in one trigger pull, and Preferred Symbol outputs only the barcode you want.
It has IP52 sealing, a double-sealed optical system and a recessed window, is designed for multiple 1.8 m drops to concrete and 2,000 tumbles at 0.5 m, and is rated from 0 °C to 50 °C.
High-density versions are available with Checkpoint EAS support, so a single pass reads the price and deactivates the security tag.
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For buyers in India
These are the points buyers in India ask us about the DS4608. Mention the ones that apply to you when you request a quote.
The DS4608 normally runs from the PC over USB at 4.5-5.5 V DC, drawing about 340 mA while scanning. Zebra's DS4608 reference guide (MN-003378-08EN) lists DS4608-SR00007ZZY, a standard-range Twilight Black scanner sold only in India. Where the host cannot power it, the guide lists 5.2 V universal power supplies with country plugs, including an India plug (part number ending -IN).
The DS4608 reads QR Code, and Data Matrix down to 5 mil (SR) or 4 mil (HD), so it reads the barcodes and QR codes on bulk-drug (API) labels and on medicine cartons at a plant's or distributor's goods inward. Label Parse+ can pick out batch and expiry where the code uses GS1 fields.
For billing at long reach, choose the DS4608 SR. The SR version reads a 13 mil UPC/EAN code from 0 to 71.1 cm, while the HD version reads it from 0 to 45.7 cm. Products barcoded through GS1 India carry EAN-13 numbers starting with 890.
In humid coastal cities such as Chennai and Mumbai, let the DS4608 reach room temperature before use. A scanner carried from an air-conditioned room to a warm counter can mist over, and moisture can condense on the window. The scanner is rated for 0 °C to 50 °C and 5-95% humidity, non-condensing.
Specifications
| General | |
|---|---|
| Decode Capability | 1D, 2D, OCR |
| Connectivity | Corded (the cordless Bluetooth model is the DS4678) |
| Versions | DS4608-SR standard range; DS4608-HD high density; DS4608-HC healthcare; DL/HL versions with U.S. driver's licence parsing |
| Color | Nova White, Twilight Black |
| Input Voltage Range | 4.5 to 5.5 VDC Host Powered; 4.5 to 5.5 VDC External Power Supply |
| Current | Operating 340 mA typical at 5.0 V; standby 150 mA typical |
| User Indicators | Direct Decode Indicator, Good Decode LEDs, rear view LEDs, beeper (adjustable tone and volume) |
| Electronic Article Surveillance | Compatible with Checkpoint EAS deactivation (HD/HL versions) |
| Scanning | |
| Image Sensor | 1280 × 800 pixels |
| Imager Field of View | 31.6° H × 22.6° V nominal |
| Light Source | Aiming Pattern: circular 617 nm amber LED |
| Illumination | (2) 660 nm red LEDs |
| Minimum print contrast | 15% minimum reflective difference |
| Skew/Pitch/Roll | Skew ±60°; pitch ±60°; roll 0-360° |
| 1D | Code 39, Code 128, Code 93, Codabar/NW7, Code 11, MSI Plessey, UPC/EAN, I 2 of 5, Korean 3 of 5, GS1 DataBar, Base 32 (Italian Pharma) |
| 2D | PDF417, Micro PDF417, Composite Codes, TLC-39, Aztec, DataMatrix, MaxiCode, QR Code, Micro QR, Han Xin, Postal Codes, SecurPharm, DotCode, Dotted DataMatrix |
| OCR | OCR-A, OCR-B, MICR, US Currency |
| Minimum Element Resolution | Code 39 - 3.0 mil (DS4608-SR); DataMatrix - 5.0 mil (DS4608-SR); Code 39 - 2.0 mil (DS4608-HD); DataMatrix - 4.0 mil (DS4608-HD) |
| SR decode ranges | Code 39 3 mil: 5.6-13.7 cm; Code 39 5 mil: 1.8-27.9 cm; Code 39 20 mil: 0-111.8 cm; Code 128 5 mil: 6.9-13.7 cm; PDF417 6.7 mil: 3.3-25.4 cm; UPC 13 mil: 0-71.1 cm; Data Matrix 10 mil: 2.5-29.2 cm; QR 20 mil: 0-44.5 cm |
| HD decode ranges | Code 39 3 mil: 3.3-15.2 cm; Code 39 5 mil: 0.3-29.2 cm; Code 39 20 mil: 1.5-73.7 cm; Code 128 5 mil: 4.3-12.7 cm; PDF417 6.7 mil: 1.5-23.6 cm; UPC 13 mil: 0-45.7 cm; Data Matrix 10 mil: 0.5-24.1 cm; QR 20 mil: 0-34.3 cm |
| Image capture | Bitmap, JPEG or TIFF; 96 PPI on an A4 document (SR) |
| Connectivity | |
| Supported Host Interfaces | USB Certified, RS232, Keyboard Wedge, TGCS (IBM) 46XX over RS485 |
| Keyboard support | Over 90 international keyboards |
| Cables | Auto-host-detect cables |
| Physical and environment | |
| Dimensions | 6.5 in. H × 2.6 in. W × 3.9 in. D; 16.5 cm H × 6.7 cm W × 9.8 cm D |
| Weight | 5.7 oz. / 161.9 g |
| Operating Temperature | 32.0° to 122.0° F / 0.0° to 50.0° C |
| Storage Temperature | -40.0° to 158.0° F / -40.0° to 70.0° C |
| Humidity | 5% to 95% RH, non-condensing |
| Drop Specification | Designed to withstand multiple drops at 6.0 ft./1.8 m to concrete |
| Tumble Specification | Designed to withstand 2,000 tumbles in 1.5 ft./0.5 m tumbler |
| Environmental Sealing | IP52 |
| Electrostatic discharge | EN61000-4-2: ±15 kV air, ±8 kV direct, ±8 kV indirect |
| Ambient light immunity | 0 to 107,000 lux (0 to 10,000 foot candles) |
| Regulatory | |
| Environmental | 2011/65/EU and EN 50581:2012 and EN IEC 63000:2018 |
| Electrical Safety | UL 60950-1, second edition, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1-07. EN 60950-1:2006/A2:2013; IEC 60950-1:2005/A2:2013; IEC 62368-1 (ed.2); EN 62368-1:2014 |
| LED Safety | IEC 62471:2006 (Ed.1.0); EN 62471:2008 |
| EMI/RFI | FCC: 47 CFR Part 15, Subpart B, Class B; ICES-003 Issue 6, Class B; EN 55032, Class B; EN 55024; EN 55035; EN 60601-1-2:2015; IEC 60601-1-2:2014 |
| Software | |
| 123Scan | Programs scanner settings, updates firmware, shows scanned data and prints reports |
| Scanner SDK | Drivers, test utilities and sample source code |
| Scanner Management Service (SMS) | Remote management and asset information |
| Remote Diagnostics | Records asset information, health, settings and scanned data for troubleshooting |
| Warranty | |
| Warranty | Covered by the manufacturer's warranty. The warranty period, terms and conditions are as declared by Zebra. |
Ask for the interface cable and any stand in the same quotation.
Specifications from Zebra's published documents, last checked 13 October 2026. Makers can change specifications without notice; we confirm the exact model and configuration in your written quotation. About our product information
More detail
On-the-fly switching between handheld and hands-free scanning
Simply place the scanner in the optional presentation stand to automatically switch to hands-free mode; then pick up the scanner for handheld mode—no change of settings is required.
Flexible feedback modes that work for any retail environment
The DS4600 Series offers multiple feedback modes including a good decode LED that’s visible from any position, a traditional beep tone with adjustable volume/frequency, and Zebra’s Direct Decode Indicator that projects the illumination on the barcode for instant visual confirmation of a successful scan.
Capture driver’s license data (U.S. models only)
In the United States, with one press of the DS4608-DL/HL’s scan trigger, cashiers can capture and parse data information on driver’s licenses to automatically populate a loyalty or credit card application, verify age for age-restricted purchases, process a customer’s return and more.
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| Feature | Zebra DS4608 (SR / HD) | Zebra DS2208 |
|---|---|---|
| Image sensor | 1280 × 800 | 640 × 480 |
| Aimer | Circular 617 nm amber LED | Linear 624 nm amber LED |
| Smallest Code 39 / Data Matrix | SR 3.0 / 5.0 mil; HD 2.0 / 4.0 mil | 4.0 / 6.0 mil |
| 13 mil UPC/EAN range | SR 0-71.1 cm; HD 0-45.7 cm | 1.27-36.8 cm |
| Colour | Twilight Black or Nova White | Twilight Black or Nova White |
| Best for | Busy retail counters, long reach or small codes | Everyday billing on a tighter budget |
If your job differs from what the DS4608 is built for, this Zebra model may fit it better:
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Questions buyers ask
The DS4608 price depends on the cable or accessories you need and the quantity. Ask our team for today's competitive price: share your requirement and budget, and we will help you choose the right configuration and send a written quotation with current pricing and delivery time.
Yes. Zebra's support page shows the DS4308 series reached its last sale date on 29 February 2020 and support ended on 31 May 2025, and Zebra lists the DS4608 as a replacement (the DS9908 for hands-free use). The DS4608 keeps the same corded handheld form, adds a 1280 × 800 sensor, DotCode and OCR, and comes in SR and HD versions.
The SR (standard range) version suits general billing: it reads a 13 mil UPC/EAN code up to 71.1 cm away. The HD (high density) version reads finer codes, Code 39 down to 2 mil and Data Matrix down to 4 mil, for jewellery tags and small electronics, but its UPC range is shorter at 45.7 cm. Checkpoint EAS support is offered on HD versions.
Both use the same imager. The DS4608 is powered by the PC or POS it plugs into. The DS4678 adds Bluetooth 5.2 (up to 100 m with Class 1) and a 2,500 mAh battery rated for over 50,000 scans per charge, with a standard or presentation cradle. Virtual Tether alerts staff if a cordless scanner is carried out of range. Choose the DS4678 where staff carry the scanner to bulky items or shelves; the corded DS4608 never needs charging.
No. Zebra's reference guide lists the DL and HL versions as "Driver's License Parsing U.S. Only", and the feature parses U.S. licence barcodes. For Indian counters, the standard SR or HD version is the right choice; it still reads PDF417, QR and Data Matrix codes printed on documents, and can capture images of them.
Zebra lists USB, RS232, keyboard wedge and IBM 46XX host interfaces, auto-host-detect cables and over 90 international keyboard layouts, so billing software that accepts typed input reads it like a keyboard. Where software talks to the scanner directly, Zebra's Scanner SDK provides drivers, test utilities and sample code.
Yes. We install the DS4608 at your site, set it to send data the way your ERP, warehouse or billing software expects (our own warehouse management system included) and train your team. Tell us the software when you ask for a quote, and we include the setup in the quotation.
Send what you scan, where you scan it and the software it feeds; we reply with a written quotation.
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