CHAPTER 1 GETTING STARTED
Introduction
The DS8178 combines superior 1D and 2D omnidirectional bar code scanning performance and advanced
ergonomics in a lightweight design. The digital scanner ensures comfort and ease of use for extended periods of
time.
Interfaces
The DS8178 digital scanner cradles (CR8178-SC and CR8178-PC) support the following interfaces.
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USB connection to a host. The digital scanner autodetects a USB host and defaults to the HID keyboard
interface type. Select other USB interface types by scanning programming bar code menus. See Appendix B,
Country Codes for the interface supported international keyboards (for Windows® environment).
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Standard RS-232 connection to a host. Scan bar code menus to set up communication of the digital scanner
with the host.
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Connection to IBM 468X/469X hosts. Scan bar code menus to set up communication of the digital scanner
with the IBM terminal.
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Keyboard Wedge connection to a host. The host interprets scanned data as keystrokes. Scan bar codes to
set up communication of the digital scanner with the host. See Appendix B, Country Codes for the interface
supported international keyboards (for Windows® environment).
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Configuration via 123Scan.
Unpacking
Remove the digital scanner from its packing and inspect it for damage. If the scanner was damaged in transit,
contact support. See page xxiii for information. KEEP THE PACKING. It is the approved shipping container; use
this to return the equipment for servicing.
NOTE ONLY use compatible Zebra USB cables with a shielded modular connector.
NOTE For a list of supported scanner functionality by communication protocol, see Appendix J, Communication
Protocol Functionality.
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General
Weight and Dimensions
