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Zebra DS3600-KD

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Unstoppable performance with the versatility of a keypad and color display

The DS3600-KD combines ultra-rugged 1D/2D scanning with a color display and keypad so workers can add quantity, location and other data as part of the scan workflow. Five pre-built applications support common picking, inventory and verification tasks without turning the scanner into a general-purpose mobile computer.

Its housing, scanning system, cordless power and management tools are designed for high-throughput retail, warehouse and manufacturing work in harsh environments.

POSGuys reviews the DS3600-KD keypad, color display and data-entry workflows.

Key Specifications

Scanner configuration: Cordless ultra-rugged handheld area imager with integrated display and keypad
Barcode capability: 1D and 2D barcodes, including QR Code and PDF417
Reading range: Up to 7 ft./2.1 m, depending on barcode size
Interfaces / connectivity: Bluetooth 4.0 Low Energy Class 1 with at least 300 ft./100 m line-of-sight range; cradle supports USB, RS-232, Keyboard Wedge and Industrial Ethernet
Durability: Multiple 10 ft./3 m drops at room temperature, multiple 8 ft./2.4 m drops across operating temperature and 7,500 tumbles from 3.3 ft./1 m
Environmental sealing: IP65 and IP68 scanner; IP65 forklift cradle
Dimensions and weight: 7.5 x 3.1 x 5.6 in./19.1 x 7.9 x 14.2 cm; 18 oz./510 g with battery
Warranty: Scanner and cradle: three years; battery: one year
User interface: 2.0-inch QVGA color display with Corning Gorilla Glass and backlit 19-key alphanumeric keypad
Battery: PowerPrecision+ 3100 mAh battery; 60,000+ scans per charge

In the Box

DS3678-KD cordless scanner with installed PowerPrecision+ battery
USB cradle kit only: CBA-U42-S07PAR cable, STB3678-C100F3WW cradle, PWR-BGA12V50W0WW power supply, CBL-DC-451A1-01 DC cord and 23844-00-00R US AC cord

Configuration note: The scanner-only option does not include a cradle, host cable, charger or power components. Other accessories are sold separately unless the selected option explicitly lists them.

Ultra-Rugged Scanning

The DS3600-KD withstands repeated 10-foot drops and 7,500 tumbles. Dual IP65/IP68 sealing protects against dust, jetting water and immersion for indoor, outdoor and freezer work.

PRZM Intelligent Imaging and a high-resolution sensor capture 1D and 2D barcodes from near contact to 7 feet, including dirty, damaged, poorly printed and shrink-wrapped labels.

Display, Keypad and Workflows

A backlit 19-key keypad supports one-handed data entry, while the 2-inch color display adjusts brightness. Five included workflows handle quantity and location entry, roaming inventory, container-content matching and image review.

Workers can preview images, de-skew and brighten documents and capture supported OCR text directly on the device.

Faster Data Capture

Label Parse+ extracts GS1 expiration, lot and manufacturing fields. Multi-Code Data Formatting reads up to 20 barcodes and transmits required values in order; Preferred Symbol isolates one code from a pick list. Vibration, wraparound LEDs, tones and Direct Decode Indicator provide flexible confirmation.

Cordless Shift Power

PowerPrecision+ supports more than 60,000 scans or over 16 hours and reports battery health. The IP65 cradle uses contacts rated for 250,000 insertions with Connect+ technology. AutoConfig applies cradle-stored settings, Virtual Tether helps prevent loss, and Wi-Fi Friendly Mode reduces interference.

Connect and Manage

Network Connect for Automation links directly to Industrial Ethernet without third-party conversion. ScanSpeed Analytics identifies slow labels, 123Scan builds configuration barcodes, Scanner Management Service updates distributed devices and Remote Diagnostics collects asset, health and barcode evidence.

Applications

Use the DS3600-KD for warehouse picking, inventory, container verification, manufacturing and freezer workflows that benefit from direct data entry and on-device feedback.

Dimensions H x W x D
7.5 in. H x 3.1 in. W x 5.6 in. D
Weight
18 oz./510 g (includes battery pack)
Display
2.0 in. QVGA (320 x 240) color display; Corning Gorilla Glass
Keypad
Backlit 19-key alpha-numeric, with blue and green shift-key functions
Supported Host Interfaces
USB, RS232, Keyboard Wedge Industrial Ethernet: EtherNet/IP, Profinet, Modbus TCP and Std TCP/IP
Battery
PowerPrecision+ 3100 mAh Li-Ion rechargeable battery
Scans per Full Charge
60,000+
Imager Field of View
Horizontal: 31°, Vertical: 23°
Image Sensor
1,280 x 960 pixels
Skew/Pitch Roll Tolerance
+/- 60°; +/- 60°; 0-360°
Decode Ranges
See Spec Sheet
Operating Temperature
-4° F to 122° F/-20° C to 50° C
Drop Specification
Withstands multiple 10.0 ft./3.0 m drops to concrete at room temperature Withstands multiple 8.0 ft./2.4 m drops to concrete at -4° F to 122° F/-20° C to 50° C
Tumble Specifications
7500 3.3 ft./1.0 m tumbles
Environmental Sealing
Scanner: IP65 and IP68 per applicable IEC sealing specifications FLB cradle: IP65
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)
Per EN61000-4-2, ±25 KV air discharge, ±10 KV direct discharge, ±10 KV indirect discharge
Radio Range
Direct line of sight in open air: Class 1: Minimum 300 ft. (100.0 m); Class 2: Minimum 30 ft. (10.0 m)
Input Voltage Range
Host powered: 4.5 VDC min., 5.5 VDC max.
External power supply: 11.4 VDC min., 12.6 VDC max.
Color and Display Controls
Industrial Green
LED-backlit display with ambient-light sensor for automatic display and keypad brightness
User Indicators
Direct Decode Indicator, LEDs, beeper and vibration
Imaging Performance
Two warm-white LEDs; 655 nm laser aimer
Minimum print contrast: 15%
Skew ±60°; pitch ±60°; roll 0°–360°
Decode Capabilities
1D: Code 39, Code 128, Code 93, Codabar/NW7, Code 11, MSI, UPC/EAN, I 2 of 5, Korean 3 of 5, GS1 DataBar and Base 32
2D: PDF417, Micro PDF417, Composite, TLC-39, Aztec, DataMatrix, MaxiCode, QR/Micro QR, Han Xin and Postal
OCR-A/B, MICR-E13B, US currency and IUID parsing
Storage Temperature and Humidity
-40° to 158° F / -40° to 70° C
5% to 95% RH, non-condensing
Ambient Light Immunity
0 to 10,037 foot-candles / 0 to 108,000 lux
Wireless Connectivity
Bluetooth Class 1, Version 4.0 LE with SPP
Classic data rate: 3 Mbit/s (2.1 Mbit/s); Low Energy: 1 Mbit/s (0.27 Mbit/s)
Class 1 range: minimum 300 ft./100 m; Class 2: minimum 30 ft./10 m
Decode Ranges (Typical)
Code 128 5 mil: 6–14 in./15.2–35.6 cm
Code 128 20 mil: 5–45 in./12.7–114.3 cm
Code 128 40 mil: 2.8–80 in./7.1–203.2 cm
Data Matrix 7.5 mil: 7–11 in./17.8–27.9 cm
Data Matrix 10 mil: 6–15 in./15.2–38.1 cm
Regulatory
RoHS EN 50581
Electrical safety: EN/IEC/UL 60950-1 and CAN/CSA-C22.2
Laser/LED safety: IEC/EN 62471 plus recognized laser component
EMI/RFI: Class B emissions, heavy-industrial immunity, FCC Part 15 and ICES-003
Utilities and Management
123Scan, Scanner SDK, Scanner Management Service and Network Connect
Warranty and Services
Scanner and cradle: 36 months; battery: 12 months
Recommended services: Zebra OneCare Select; Zebra OneCare Essential
Zebra 123Scan Utility 6.01.0001 (64-bit)
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Zebra 123Scan Utility 6.01.0001 (32-bit)
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DS3600-KD Specification Sheet
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DS3678 Quick Start Guide
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DS36x8 Digital Scanner Product Reference Guide
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3600 Series US Accessory Guide
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DS3678-HP3U4212SKW

DS3600-KD: Keypad and Display, High Performance. Cradle Kit. Includes DS3678-HP2F003VKWW Scanner, CBA-U42-S07PAR Shielded USB Cable, STB3678-C100F3WW Cradle,, PWR-BGA12V50W0WW Power Supply,, CBL-DC-451A1-01 DC Cord, & 23844-00-00R A/C Cord.

Package:

USB Cradle Kit

$1395.87

DS3678-HP2F003VKWW

DS3600-KD: Keypad and Display, High Performance. Scanner Only.

Package:

Scanner Only

$979.05

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CBA-U42-S07PAR

Shielded Powered USB Cable for Zebra Barcode Scanner: Series A Connector, 7ft. Straight. Filter Adapter Cable (CBL-36-453A-01) required if using DC Line Cord (CBL-DC-375A1-01) or legacy PWRS-14000-148R power supply on STB/FLB cradles

$67.21

STB3678-C100F3WW

Standard Bluetooth Cradle for 3678 Family Scanners. Cradle Only. Order Power Supply & Line Cords Separately (PWR-BGA12V50W0WW, 23844-00-00R, and CBL-DC-375A1-01)

$418.90

PWR-BGA12V50W0WW

Power Supply, Requires DC Line Cord CBL-DC-388A1-01 & AC Line Cord 23844-00-00R, Replaces PWRS-14000-148R (Presentation Cradle). EM45 use CBL-DC-388A2-01 for DC Line Cord.

$82.33

CBL-DC-451A1-01

DC Line Cord for Zebra DS3600 Barcode Scanners. 1.5 Meters. Used along with Power Supply PWRBGA12V50W0WW. Not compatible for charging 4-Slot Battery Charger

$33.82

23844-00-00R

7.5ft. AC Line Cord, For Use with PWRS-14000-148R and PWR-BGA12V50W0WW

$17.94

BTRY-36IAB0E-00

Spare Battery For Zebra 36XX Family Scanners. 3150 mAh. PowerPrecision Plus. Batteries Must be Shipped via Ground Shipping.

$119.77

Z1AE-DS3678-5C00

DS3600 Series 5 Year, Zebra Onecare Essential. Includes Comprehensive Coverage

$291.06

Z1AE-DS3678-3C00

DS3600 Series 3 Year, Zebra Onecare Essential. Includes Comprehensive Coverage. Includes Coverage For Cradles.

$178.61

CBA-R07-S07PAR

Zebra RS232 Cable. DB9 Female, TxD on 2, 7ft. Straight. Requires 12V External Power Supply

$67.21

11-35035-01R

Belt/Pants Scanner Holster

$105.68

50-15400-031

LS3408, Tool Balancer Pulley

$297.58

50-12500-066

Wrist Strap, Attaches to bottom of Snap-on Trigger Handle (SKU# TRG-TC2L-SNP1-01).

$4.08

21-52612-01R

Forklift Holder for Zebra DS3X78 & LS3X78 Industrial Barcode Scanners

$198.68

FLB3678-C100F3WW

Forklift Cradle for 3678 Scanners, Sealed IP64 Rated, Bluetooth, Multi Interface. Purchase Mounting Bracket Separately. (BRKT-MM0036W-00)

$514.40

BRKT-MM0036W-00

Forklift Mounting Bracket for DS3600 Cradle. Purchase Cradle (FLB3678-C100F3WW) Seperately.

$119.77

SAC3600-4001CR

4 Slot Battery Charger for 3600 Series Battery; Power Supply & AC Line Cord Required - Order Separately (AC Line Cord CBL-DC-388A1-01 and Power Brick PWR-BGA12V50W0WW)

$466.40

CBL-DC-388A1-01

7.5ft. DC Cable For Use with Power Supply Brick PWR-BGA12V50W0WW

$16.32