




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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Use the DS3600-KD for warehouse picking, inventory, container verification, manufacturing and freezer workflows that benefit from direct data entry and on-device feedback.
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
DS3600-KD: Keypad and Display, High Performance. Scanner Only.
Package:
Scanner Only
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
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)
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.
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
7.5ft. AC Line Cord, For Use with PWRS-14000-148R and PWR-BGA12V50W0WW
Spare Battery For Zebra 36XX Family Scanners. 3150 mAh. PowerPrecision Plus. Batteries Must be Shipped via Ground Shipping.
DS3600 Series 5 Year, Zebra Onecare Essential. Includes Comprehensive Coverage
DS3600 Series 3 Year, Zebra Onecare Essential. Includes Comprehensive Coverage. Includes Coverage For Cradles.
Zebra RS232 Cable. DB9 Female, TxD on 2, 7ft. Straight. Requires 12V External Power Supply
Belt/Pants Scanner Holster
LS3408, Tool Balancer Pulley
Wrist Strap, Attaches to bottom of Snap-on Trigger Handle (SKU# TRG-TC2L-SNP1-01).
Forklift Holder for Zebra DS3X78 & LS3X78 Industrial Barcode Scanners
Forklift Cradle for 3678 Scanners, Sealed IP64 Rated, Bluetooth, Multi Interface. Purchase Mounting Bracket Separately. (BRKT-MM0036W-00)
Forklift Mounting Bracket for DS3600 Cradle. Purchase Cradle (FLB3678-C100F3WW) Seperately.
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)
7.5ft. DC Cable For Use with Power Supply Brick PWR-BGA12V50W0WW