Zebra DS8108 Quick Start Guide

DS8108

MN-002927-02EN

Digital Scanner

Quick Start Guide

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No part of this publication may be reproduced or used in any form, or by any electrical or mechanical means,
without permission in writing from Zebra. This includes electronic or mechanical means, such as photocopying,
recording, or information storage and retrieval systems. The material in this manual is subject to change without
notice.

Zebra reserves the right to make changes to any product to improve reliability, function, or design.

Zebra does not assume any product liability arising out of, or in connection with, the application or use of any
product, circuit, or application described herein.

No license is granted, either expressly or by implication estoppel, or otherwise under any patent right or patent,
covering or relating to any combination, system, apparatus, machine, material, method, or process in which Zebra
products might be used.

An implied license exists only for equipment, circuits, and subsystems contained in Zebra products.

Warranty

For the complete Zebra hardware product warranty statement, go to: http://www.zebra.com/warranty.

For Australia Only

For Australia Only. This warranty is given by Zebra Technologies Asia Pacific Pte. Ltd., 71 Robinson Road,
#05-02/03, Singapore 068895, Singapore. Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the
Australia Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any
other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the
goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.

Zebra Technologies Corporation Australia’s limited warranty above is in addition to any rights and remedies you
may have under the Australian Consumer Law. If you have any queries, please call Zebra Technologies
Corporation at [phone]. You may also visit our website: http://www.zebra.com
warranty terms.

for the most updated

Service Information

If you have a problem using the equipment, contact your facility’s Technical or Systems Support. If there is a
problem with the equipment, they will contact the Zebra Global Customer Support Center at:

http://www.zebra.com/support

For the latest version of this guide go to:

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http://www.zebra.com/support.

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LED Indicator

Scan Window

Scan Trigger

012345

012345

Hand-Held Hands-Free

(Presentation)

Scanner Features and Presentation Mode

Aiming - Right/Wrong

Scanning

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Connect Host Interface

NOTE Cables may vary depending on configuration.

USB

Scan ONE of the bar codes below. The digital scanner automatically detects the host interface type and uses the
default setting. If the default (*) does not meet your requirements, scan another host bar code below.

*

USB Keyboard HID

IBM Hand-Held USB

IBM OPOS

(IBM Hand-Held USB with Full Scan Disable)

Symbol Native API (SNAPI) with Imaging Interface

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RS-232

Scan ONE of the bar codes below. The digital scanner automatically detects the host interface type and uses the
default setting. If the default (*) does not meet your requirements, scan another host bar code below.

*Standard RS-232

Nixdorf RS-232 Mode A

OPOS/JPOS

ICL RS-232

Nixdorf RS-232 Mode B

Fujitsu RS-232

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Keyboard Wedge

Scan ONE of the bar codes below. The digital scanner automatically detects the host interface type and uses the
default setting. If the default (*) does not meet your requirements, scan the IBM PC/AT and IBM PC COMPATIBLE
bar code below.

*IBM AT Notebook

IBM PC/AT & IBM PC Compatibles

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IBM 46XX

Scan ONE of the bar codes below. The digital scanner automatically detects the host interface type, but there is

no default setting. Scan one of the bar codes below to select the appropriate port.

Non-IBM Scanner Emulation (Port 5B)

Table-Top Scanner Emulation (Port 17)

Hand-Held Scanner Emulation (Port 9B)

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Useful Bar Codes

Set Defaults

Return to Factory Defaults

Add a Tab Key

To add a Tab key after scanned data, scan the bar code below.

Add a Tab Key

Add an Enter Key

To add an Enter key after scanned data, scan the bar code below.

Add Enter Key (Carriage Return/Line Feed)

USB Caps Lock Override

USB-Override Caps Lock Key

(Enable)

*USB-Do Not Override Caps Lock Key

(Disable)

User Indications (By Default)

Indication Beeper Sequence

Power up Low/medium/high beeps

Bar code decoded Medium beep

Transmission error detected; data is ignored 4 long low beeps

Successful parameter setting High/low/high/low beeps

Correct programming sequence performed High/low beeps

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Incorrect programming sequence, or Cancel bar code
scanned

Indication LED Indicator

Hand-Held Scanning

Digital scanner is on and ready to scan, or no power
to scanner

Bar code is successfully decoded Green flash

Transmission error Red

Hands-Free (Presentation) Scanning

No power to scanner Off

Digital scanner is ready to scan Green

Bar code is successfully decoded Off momentarily

Transmission error Red

Long low/long high beeps

Off

123Scan

123Scan is an easy-to-use, PC-based software tool that enables rapid and easy customized setup of a scanner via
a bar code or USB cable. For more information, visit: http://www.zebra.com/123Scan

Utility Functionality

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Device configuration

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Electronic programming (USB cable)

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Programming bar code(s)

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Data view - scan log (display scanned bar code data)

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Access asset tracking information

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Upgrade firmware and view release notes

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Remote management (SMS package generation).

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Troubleshooting

Digital scanner not working

No power to scanner Connect scanner to powered host, or connect power supply.

Digital scanner disabled Ensure that correct host interface cable is used.

Digital scanner decoding bar code, but data not transmitting to host

Host interface not configured properly Scan appropriate host parameter bar codes.

Interface cable is loose Ensure all cable connections are secure.

Invalid ADF rule Program the correct ADF rules.

Digital scanner not decoding bar code

Digital scanner not programmed for bar code
type

Bar code is unreadable Ensure the bar code is not defaced; try scanning a test bar code of the

Distance between scanner and bar code
incorrect

Scanned data incorrectly displayed on host

Host interface not configured properly Scan appropriate host parameter bar codes.

Region improperly configured Select appropriate country and language encoding scheme.

Ensure scanner is programmed to read type of bar code being
scanned.

same bar code type.

Move scanner closer to, or further from bar code.

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AVOID REACHING

RECOMMENDED USAGE GUIDE - OPTIMUM BODY POSTURE

AVOID EXTREME

WRIST ANGLES

AVOID BENDING

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Regulatory Information

This device is approved under Zebra Technologies Corporation.

This guide applies to Model Number DS8108.

All Zebra devices are designed to be compliant with the rules and regulations in the locations they are sold and will
be labeled as required.

Local language translations are available at the following website: www.zebra.com/support

Any changes or modifications to Zebra equipment not expressly approved by Zebra could void the user's authority
to operate the equipment.

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Health and Safety Recommendations

Ergonomic Recommendations

Caution: In order to avoid or minimize the potential risk of ergonomic injury follow the recommendations below.

Consult with your local Health & Safety Manager to ensure that you are adhering to your company's safety
programs to prevent employee injury.

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Reduce or eliminate repetitive motion

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Maintain a natural position

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Reduce or eliminate excessive force

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Keep objects that are used frequently within easy reach

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Perform tasks at correct heights

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Reduce or eliminate vibration

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Reduce or eliminate direct pressure

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Provide adjustable workstations

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Provide adequate clearance

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Provide a suitable working environment

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Improve work procedures.

LED Devices

Classified as 'EXEMPT RISK GROUP' according to IEC 62471:2006 and EN 62471:2008. Pulse duration: 9 ms.

Power Supply

Use ONLY a Zebra approved UL LISTED ITE (IEC/EN 60950-1, LPS/SELV) power supply with electrical ratings:
Output 5.2Vdc, min 1.1A, with a maximum ambient temperature of at least 50 degrees C. Use of alternative power
supply will invalidate any approvals given to this unit and may be dangerous.

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기 종 별

B급 기기

(가정용 방송통신기자재)

사 용 자 안 내 문

이 기기는 가정용(B급) 전자파적합기기로서 주로

가정에서 사용하는 것을 목적으로 하며, 모든

지역에서 사용할 수 있습니다.

Radio Frequency Interference Requirements - FCC

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna

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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver

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Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected

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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Radio Frequency Interference Requirements-Canada

CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B).

Marking and European Economic Area (EEA)

Statement of Compliance

Zebra hereby declares that this device is in compliance with all applicable Directives, 2014/30/EU, 2014/35/EU and
2011/65/EU.

The full text of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available at the following Internet address:

http://www.zebra.com/doc

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Other Countries

Japan (VCCI) - Voluntary Control Council for Interference

Class B ITE

Korea Warning Statement for Class B ITE

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Chile

Este equipo cumple con la Resolución No 403 de 2008, de la Subsecretaria de telecomunicaciones, relativa a
radiaciones electromagnéticas.

China

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Ukraine

Thailand

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Eurasian Customs Union

Евразийский Таможенный Союз

Данный продукт соответствует требованиям знака EAC.

TURKISH WEEE Statement of Compliance

EEE Yönetmeliğine Uygundur

China RoHS

This table was created to comply with China RoHS requirements.

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Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)

English: For EU Customers: All products at the end of their life must be returned to Zebra for recycling. For information on how

to return product, please go to: http://www.zebra.com/weee.
Français: Clients de l'Union Européenne: Tous les produits en fin de cycle de vie doivent être retournés à Zebra pour

recyclage. Pour de plus amples informations sur le retour de produits, consultez : http://www.zebra.com/weee.
Español: Para clientes en la Unión Europea: todos los productos deberán entregarse a Zebra al final de su ciclo de vida para

que sean reciclados. Si desea más información sobre cómo devolver un producto, visite: http://www.zebra.com/weee.

Български: За клиенти от ЕС: След края на полезния им живот всички продукти трябва да се връщат на Zebra за
рециклиране. За информация относно връщането на продукти, моля отидете на адрес: http://www.zebra.com/weee.

Deutsch: Für Kunden innerhalb der EU: Alle Produkte müssen am Ende ihrer Lebensdauer zum Recycling an Zebra
zurückgesandt werden. Informationen zur Rücksendung von Produkten finden Sie unter http://www.zebra.com/weee.

Italiano: per i clienti dell'UE: tutti i prodotti che sono giunti al termine del rispettivo ciclo di vita devono essere restituiti a Zebra
al fine di consentirne il riciclaggio. Per informazioni sulle modalità di restituzione, visitare il seguente sito Web:
http://www.zebra.com/weee.

Português: Para clientes da UE: todos os produtos no fim de vida devem ser devolvidos à Zebra para reciclagem. Para obter
informações sobre como devolver o produto, visite: http://www.zebra.com/weee.

Nederlands: Voor klanten in de EU: alle producten dienen aan het einde van hun levensduur naar Zebra te worden
teruggezonden voor recycling. Raadpleeg http://www.zebra.com/weee voor meer informatie over het terugzenden van
producten.

Polski: Klienci z obszaru Unii Europejskiej: Produkty wycofane z eksploatacji naleźy zwrócić do firmy Zebra w celu ich
utylizacji. Informacje na temat zwrotu produktów znajdują się na stronie internetowej http://www.zebra.com/weee.

Čeština: Pro zákazníky z EU: Všechny produkty je nutné po skonèení jejich životnosti vrátit spoleènosti Zebra k recyklaci.
Informace o zpùsobu vrácení produktu najdete na webové stránce: http://www.zebra.com/weee.

Eesti: EL klientidele: kõik tooted tuleb nende eluea lõppedes tagastada taaskasutamise eesmärgil Zebra'ile. Lisainformatsiooni
saamiseks toote tagastamise kohta külastage palun aadressi: http://www.zebra.com/weee.

Magyar: Az EU-ban vásárlóknak: Minden tönkrement terméket a Zebra vállalathoz kell eljuttatni újrahasznosítás céljából. A
termék visszajuttatásának módjával kapcsolatos tudnivalókért látogasson el a http://www.zebra.com/weee weboldalra.

Svenska: För kunder inom EU: Alla produkter som uppnått sin livslängd måste returneras till Zebra för återvinning. Information
om hur du returnerar produkten finns på http://www.zebra.com/weee.

Suomi: Asiakkaat Euroopan unionin alueella: Kaikki tuotteet on palautettava kierrätettäväksi Zebra-yhtiöön, kun tuotetta ei
enää käytetä. Lisätietoja tuotteen palauttamisesta on osoitteessa http://www.zebra.com/weee.

Dansk: Til kunder i EU: Alle produkter skal returneres til Zebra til recirkulering, når de er udtjent. Læs oplysningerne om
returnering af produkter på: http://www.zebra.com/weee.

Ελληνικά: Για πελάτες στην Ε.Ε.: Όλα τα προϊόντα, στο τέλος της διάρκειας ζωής τους, πρέπει να επιστρέφονται στην Zebra για
ανακύκλωση. Για περισσότερες πληροφορίες σχετικά με την επιστροφή ενός προϊόντος, επισκεφθείτε τη διεύθυνση
http://www.zebra.com/weee στο ∆ιαδίκτυο

Malti: Għal klijenti fl-UE: il-prodotti kollha li jkunu waslu fl-aħħar tal-ħajja ta' l-użu tagħhom, iridu jiġu rritornati għand Zebra
għar-riċiklaġġ. Għal aktar tagħrif dwar kif għandek tirritorna l-prodott, jekk jogħġbok żur: http://www.zebra.com/weee.

Românesc: Pentru clienţii din UE: Toate produsele, la sfârşitul duratei lor de funcţionare, trebuie returnate la Zebra pentru
reciclare. Pentru informaţii despre returnarea produsului, accesaţi: http://www.zebra.com/weee.

Slovenski: Za kupce v EU: vsi izdelki se morajo po poteku življenjske dobe vrniti podjetju Zebra za reciklažo. Za informacije o
vračilu izdelka obiščite: http://www.zebra.com/weee.

Slovenčina: Pre zákazníkov z krajín EU: Všetky výrobky musia byť po uplynutí doby ich životnosti vrátené spoločnosti Zebra
na recykláciu. Bližšie informácie o vrátení výrobkov nájdete na: http://www.zebra.com/weee.

Lietuvių: ES vartotojams: visi gaminiai, pasibaigus jų eksploatacijos laikui, turi būti grąžinti utilizuoti į kompaniją „Zebra“.
Daugiau informacijos, kaip grąžinti gaminį, rasite: http://www.zebra.com/weee.

Latviešu: ES klientiem: visi produkti pēc to kalpošanas mūža beigām ir jānogādā atpakaļ Zebra otrreiz
informāciju par produktu nogādāšanu Zebra, lūdzu, skatiet: http://www.zebra.com/weee.

Türkçe: AB Müşterileri için: Kullanım süresi dolan tüm ürünler geri dönüştürme için Zebra'ya iade edilmelidir. Ürünlerin nasıl
iade edileceği hakkında bilgi için lütfen şu adresi ziyaret edin: http://www.zebra.com/weee.

Hrvatski: Za kupce u Europskoj uniji: Svi se proizvodi po isteku vijeka trajanja moraju vratiti tvrtki Zebra na recikliranje.
Informacije o načinu vraćanja proizvoda potražite na web-stranici: http://www.zebra.com/weee.

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