Most Trusted Zebra Symbol LS1203 General Purpose Barcode Scanner

This bi-directional LS1203 handheld scanner handles all 1-D barcodes and is ideal for small retailers. It delivers the functionality, features and reliability needed to improve operational efficiencies from the check-out line to the storeroom. It minimizes manual keying — ensuring accuracy in all customer transactions — and it automates paper-based inventory processes. The device easily integrates multiple interfaces to help ensure connectivity to a host and PC system.

 

Durable, single-board construction
Meets 5-ft drop tests, significantly reducing downtime and repair costs.

Multiple interfaces: RS232, USB, keyboard wedge (KBW) in one scanner
Simplifies installation and integration, ensuring future compatibility.

Sleek, lightweight, ergonomic design
Maximizes comfort for all-day use.

Intuitive scanning and plug-and-play capability
Minimizes setup and training time.

Choice of triggered or continuous mode
Ensures versatile, accurate first-time scanning.

 

Specification Sheet

Performance Characteristics

Scan pattern
Single line

Minimum resolution
30% minimum reflectance

Interfaces supported
Keyboard wedge, RS-232, USB

Pitch¹ 
± 65°

Roll (Tilt)² 
± 30° from normal

Skew (yaw)³ 
± 60°

Depth of field
From contact to 8 in./20.32 cm on 100% UPC/EAN symbols

Decode capability
1-D, See data sheet for full list of supported symbologies \\

Technology
Laser

Physical Characteristics

Colour
Twilight black, Cash register white

Dimensions
2.4 in. H x 7.1 in. L x 2.4 in. W(6.2 cm H x 18 cm L x 6 cm W)

Power source
Host power or external power supply (depends on host type)

Weight
Approximately 4.3 oz. / 122 g (without cable)

Corded
Yes

Handheld
Yes

Voltage and current⁴ 
5 +/-10%VDC @ 100 mA (Stand by: <35 mA)

Regulatory Specifications

Electrical safety
UL 60950-1, C22.2 No. 60950-1, EN 60950-1, IEC 60950-1

EMI/RFI
FCC Part 15 Class B, ICES 003 Class B

Laser/LED safety
EN 60825-1, IEC 60825-1, 21CFR1040.10

Environmental
RoHS Directive 2002/95/EEC

User Environment

Operating temperature
32° to 122° F/0° to 50° C

Drop specifications
Withstands multiple 5 ft./1.524m drops to concrete

Storage temperature
-40° to 158° F/-40° to 70° C

Ambient lighting tolerance
Tolerant to typical artificial indoor and natural outdoor (direct sunlight) lighting conditions. Fluorescent, Incandescent, Mercury Vapor, Sodium Vapor, LED : 450 Ft Candles (4, 844 Lux) Sunlight: 8000 Ft Candles (86, 111 Lux)