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Exceptional scanning. Unmatched innovation. Ready for what’s ahead.

The Zebra DS8288 is the cordless DS82 Series scanner for high-volume point of sale, self-checkout, returns, loyalty, inventory, receiving and mobile work around the checkout. Zebra positions it as the cordless replacement for the DS8178, adding a 2 MP optical system, capacitive multi-function button, Bluetooth 5.2 and contactless charging.

PRZM Intelligent Imaging captures 1D codes, 2D symbols, GS1 Digital Link, Digimarc and OCR data with speed and accuracy. The standard DS8288 is a barcode model; integrated RFID belongs only to the separate DS8288-R configuration and is not claimed for this page.

Meet the Zebra DS8288 as part of the future-ready DS82 Series.

Key Specifications

  • Scanner configuration: Cordless handheld area imager with PowerPrecision+ battery or PowerCap; standard and presentation cradle options
  • Barcode capability: 1D and 2D barcodes, including QR, PDF417, Digimarc, GS1 Digital Link and OCR
  • Reading range: 0.2 to 27.5 in. (0.5 to 69.9 cm) for 13 mil UPC
  • Interfaces / connectivity: Bluetooth 5.2 with BLE; Class 1 up to 330 ft. (100 m) or Class 2 up to 33 ft. (10 m); cradles support USB and RS232
  • Durability: 10 ft. MIL-STD drop rating, 54 drops from 6 ft. (1.8 m), and 2,000 tumbles
  • Environmental sealing: IP52
  • Dimensions and weight: 6.9 x 2.7 x 4.4 in. (17.6 x 6.9 x 11.1 cm); 9.2 oz. (260.6 g), excluding cradle
  • Warranty: 3 years
  • Power and runtime: PowerPrecision+ supports up to 100,000 scans or 108 hours; PowerCap supports up to 6,000 scans or 6.7 hours
  • Image sensor: 1600 x 1200 pixels

In the Box

  • Zebra DS8288 cordless scanner with the selected battery or PowerCap configuration

Configuration note: A cradle, interface cable, power accessories and other peripherals are sold separately unless the selected option explicitly includes them. POSGuys kit options include the exact scanner, shielded USB cable and standard or presentation cradle identified in that option.

Elevate Performance with Every Scan

Fast, flexible capture

PRZM Intelligent Imaging and the 2 MP optical system decode challenging barcodes with strong motion tolerance: up to 160 inches per second handheld and 40 inches per second hands-free for 13 mil UPC in optimized mode. One trigger pull captures 1D, 2D, GS1 Digital Link and Digimarc symbols, plus OCR-A, OCR-B, MICR and US currency.

The working range reaches about 28 inches for 13 mil UPC and 19 inches for 20 mil QR Code. A programmable haptic multi-function button can switch workflows, while the sensor can support third-party vision applications for item recognition and verification.

Power for the Shift

Two interchangeable strategies

Contactless charging eliminates exposed contacts and reduces cleaning and wear. The 3,500 mAh PowerPrecision+ battery supports up to 100,000 scans or 108 hours; the 1,000 F PowerCap supports up to 6,000 scans or 6.7 hours for workflows that return the scanner to its cradle often.

PowerPrecision+ can reach readiness for a 14-hour shift in as little as 25 minutes with a supported fast source. Zebra cites about 35 seconds in the cradle to ready an empty PowerCap for 100 scans. Actual runtime and charge speed depend on scan rate, cradle connection and power source.

Built for Busy Operations

IP52 sealing, a recessed scan window, a 10-foot MIL drop specification, 54 drops at 6 feet and 2,000 tumbles help protect uptime. Infrared sensing activates warm-white illumination only when an object is present. Direct Decode Indicator, LEDs, audio and haptic feedback give clear confirmation in noisy or visually busy environments.

Virtual Tether alerts when the cordless scanner leaves its assigned area, and the cradle paging button helps locate a misplaced unit. FIPS 140-3 certification supports defined security requirements, while Checkpoint EAS compatibility can coordinate barcode capture and loss-prevention activity.

Zebra DNA and Deployment

123Scan simplifies configuration and rollout. Zebra DNA management tools and IoT Connector support remote fleet visibility, firmware control, health data and real-time scanner data collection.

Use cases include point of sale, self-checkout, BOPIS/BOPAC, returns, loyalty, receiving, inventory, shipping, tracking and light manufacturing. This page covers the standard cordless DS8288 barcode scanner with a three-year warranty; RFID belongs to DS8288-R, and healthcare housing and cleaning claims belong to DS8288-HC.

Dimensions
  • Corded: H x W x D: 6.5 x 2.7 x 4.1 inches (16.5 x 6.9 x 10.5 cm)
  • Cordless: H x W x D: 6.9 x 2.7 x 4.4 inches (17.6 x 6.9 x 11.1 cm)
  • Standard/Desktop Cradle: H x W x D: 2.9 x 3.0 x 8.3 inches (7.3 x 7.6 x 21.1 cm)
  • Presentation Cradle: H x W x D: 3.0 x 3.7 x 4.9 inches (7.7 x 9.4 x 12.5 cm)
Weight
  • Corded: 6.2 oz. (176.5 g)
  • Cordless: 9.2 oz. (260.6 g)
  • Standard/Desktop Cradle: 8.4 oz. (238.9 g)
  • Presentation Cradle: 7.2 oz. (204.1 g)
Input Voltage Range
  • Corded: 4.8 to 5.5 VDC host powered
  • Workstation/Wall Cradle: 4.8 to 5.5 VDC host powered; 10.8 to 13.2 VDC external power supply
  • Presentation Cradle: 4.7 to 5.5 VDC host powered; 10.8 to 13.2 VDC external power supply
Current
  • Corded operating current at nominal voltage (5.0 V): 450 mA (typical)
  • Corded standby current (idle) at nominal voltage (5.0 V): 90 mA (typical)
  • Cradles: 470 mA (typical) standard USB; 1450 mA (typical) BC 1.2 USB
Color
Midnight Black
Supported Host Interfaces
USB, RS232
Keyboard Support
Supports over 90 international keyboards
FIPS Security Certification
Certified compliant with FIPS 140-3
Electronic Article Surveillance
Compatible with Checkpoint EAS deactivation system
User Indicators
Direct Decode Indicator, Good Decode LEDs, Rear View LEDs, speaker (adjustable tone and volume), haptic feedback on decode, capacitive multi-function button with haptic feedback, battery indicator
Motion Tolerance (Handheld)
Up to 160 inches (406 cm) per second for 13 mil UPC in optimized mode
Swipe Speed (Hands-Free)
Up to 40 inches (102 cm) per second for 13 mil UPC in optimized mode
Light Source
Aiming Pattern: Circular 524 nm green LED
Illumination
Two warm white LEDs
Imager Field of View
48° H x 36° V nominal
Image Sensor
1600x1200 pixels
Minimum Print Contrast
16% minimum reflective difference
Skew Tolerance
±60°
Pitch Tolerance
±60°
Roll Tolerance
0° - 360°
PowerPrecision+ Li-Ion Battery
  • Capacity: 3500 mAh
  • Number of scans from full charge: 100,000 scans at 60 scans per minute or 65,000 scans at 10 scans per minute²
  • Operating time per full charge: 108 hours
  • Charge time (empty → ready-to-scan for 14-hour shift): 90 minutes over standard USB, 25 minutes over external 5V source, and 25 minutes over USB Type-C
  • Charge time (empty → full): 13 hours over standard USB, 3.5 hours over external 5V source, and 3.5 hours over USB Type-C
PowerCap supercapacitor
  • Capacity: 1000 F Li-ion
  • Number of scans from full charge: 6,000 scans at 60 scans per minute or 4,000 scans at 10 scans per minute²
  • Operating time per full charge: 6.7 hours
  • Charge time (empty → full): 60 minutes over standard USB, 15 minutes over BC 1.2 USB, 13 minutes over external 5V source, 13 minutes over external 12V source, and 14 minutes over USB Type-C
Environmental
EN IEC 63000:2018
Electrical Safety
  • EN 62368-1; IEC 62368-1
  • UL 62368-1, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 62368-1-19
  • EN 50663; EN 62479
  • FCC 47CFR Part 2.1093
  • RSS 102 Issue 6
LED Safety
IEC 62471; EN 62471
EMI/RFI
EN 55032; EN 55035 EN 61000-3-2; EN 61000-3-3; EN 61000-6-2 EN 60601-1-2 47 CFR Part 15, Subpart B, Class B ICES-003 Issue 7, Class B EN 300 328 EN 303 417 EN 301 489-1; EN 301 489-17
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
OCR
OCR-A, OCR-B, MICR, US Currency
GS1
Digital Link
Digimarc
Digimarc barcodes
Minimum Element Resolution
  • Code 39: 3.0 mil
  • Code 128: 3.0 mil
  • Data Matrix: 5.0 mil
  • QR Code: 5.0 mil
123Scan Configuration Utility 6.01.0001 (Windows 64-Bit)
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123Scan Configuration Utility 6.01.0001 (Windows 32-Bit)
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DS8208/DS8288 Quick Start Guide
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DS8208/DS8288 Product Reference Guide
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DS82 Series Specification Sheet
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DS82 Series Accessory Guide
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Shop DS8288 Models

DS8288-SR4U2104PVW

DS8288 Kit, Bluetooth Barcode Scanner with Presentation Cradle. Includes: DS8288-SR4F004VZWW Scanner, CBA-U21-S07ZBR Shielded USB Cable, CR8288-PC100F4WW Cradle

PowerCap:

Battery

DL Parsing:

Not Included

MFI:

Not Included

Cradle:

Presentation Cradle + USB Cable

$939.52

DS8288-SR4U2104SVW

DS8288 Kit, Bluetooth Barcode Scanner with Standard Cradle, Includes: DS8288-SR4F004VZWW Scanner, CBA-U21-S07ZBR Shielded USB Cable, CR8288-SC100F4WW Cradle

PowerCap:

Battery

DL Parsing:

Not Included

MFI:

Not Included

Cradle:

Standard Cradle + USB Cable

$939.52

DS8288-SR4U210PPVW

DS8288 PowerCap Kit, Bluetooth Barcode Scanner with Presentation Cradle, Includes: DS8288-SR4F004VZWW Scanner, CBA-U21-S07ZBR Shielded USB Cable, CR8288-PC100F4WW Cradle

DL Parsing:

Not Included

MFI:

Not Included

PowerCap:

PowerCap

Cradle:

Presentation Cradle + USB Cable

$955.52

DS8288-DL4U2104PVN

DS8288 DL Parsing Kit, Bluetooth Barcode Scanner with Presentation Cradle. Includes: DS8288-DL4F004VZNA Scanner, CBA-U21-S07ZBR Shielded USB Cable, CR8288-PC100F4WW Cradle

PowerCap:

Battery

DL Parsing:

Included

MFI:

Not Included

Cradle:

Presentation Cradle + USB Cable

$958.08

DS8288-SR4U210PSVW

DS8288 PowerCap Kit, Bluetooth Barcode Scanner with Standard Cradle, Includes: DS8288-SR4F004VZWW Scanner, CBA-U21-S07ZBR Shielded USB Cable, CR8288-SC100F4WW Cradle

DL Parsing:

Not Included

MFI:

Not Included

PowerCap:

PowerCap

Cradle:

Standard Cradle + USB Cable

$955.52

DS8288-DL4U2104SVN

DS8288 DL Parsing Kit, Bluetooth Barcode Scanner with Standard Cradle. Includes: DS8288-DL4F004VZNA Scanner, CBA-U21-S07ZBR Shielded USB Cable, CR8288-SC100F4WW Cradle

PowerCap:

Battery

DL Parsing:

Included

MFI:

Not Included

Cradle:

Standard Cradle + USB Cable

$958.08

DS8288-SR4F004VZWW

DS8288, Bluetooth Barcode Scanner, No Cradle or Cable

PowerCap:

Battery

DL Parsing:

Not Included

MFI:

Not Included

Cradle:

Scanner Only, No Cradle or Cable

$658.56

DS8288-DL4F004VZNA

DS8288 DL Parsing, Bluetooth Barcode Scanner, No Cradle or Cable

PowerCap:

Battery

DL Parsing:

Included

MFI:

Not Included

Cradle:

Scanner Only, No Cradle or Cable

$677.12

DS8288-DLPF004VZNA

DS8288 DL Parsing, PowerCap, Bluetooth Barcode Scanner, No Cradle or Cable

DL Parsing:

Included

MFI:

Not Included

PowerCap:

PowerCap

Cradle:

Scanner Only, No Cradle or Cable

$693.12

DS8288-SR4F004VMWW

DS8288, Bluetooth Barcode Scanner, MFI, No Cradle or Cable

PowerCap:

Battery

MFI:

Included

DL Parsing:

Not Included

Cradle:

Scanner Only, No Cradle or Cable

$664.96

DS8288-SRPF004VZWW

DS8288, Bluetooth Barcode Scanner, PowerCap, No Cradle or Cable

DL Parsing:

Not Included

MFI:

Not Included

PowerCap:

PowerCap

Cradle:

Scanner Only, No Cradle or Cable

$674.56

Shop DS8288 Accessories

CBA-U21-S07ZBR

Cable - Shielded USB, Series A connector, 7 ft. (2.1 m), straight, BC1.2

$46.76

CR8288-PC100F4WW

DS8288: Presentation Cradle, Inductive, Bluetooth, FIPS, Midnight Black

$392.00

CR8288-SC100F4WW

DS8288: Standard Cradle, Inductive, Bluetooth, FIPS, Midnight Black

$392.00

PWR-WUA5V12W0US

Power Supply Brick, US Plug, For Zebra Mobile Computers, Requires CBL-TC5X-USBC2A-01.

$40.09
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