
LS3578
Quick Start Guide
http://www.zebra.com/ls3578
See Product Reference Guide for more information
POST IN WORK AREAPOST IN WORK AREA
3
Cradle Insertion
1
2
2
4
1 Tether Plate
2 LED Indicators
3 Scan Window
4 Scan Trigger
Caution: LS3478 cordless scanners are incompatible with
STB3508/3578 cradles. LS3578 cordless scanners are
incompatible with STB3408/3478 cradles.
1
2
Or use coin Or use coin
NOTE: Cables may vary depending on configuration. When using an external power supply, insert the
cable into the cradle first, then insert host cable. Connect power last.
Cable Connection at Cradle
BATTERY INSERTION/REMOVAL
3
HOST INTERFACES
RS-232
4
Keyboard Wedge
Power
Host
USB
TROUBLESHOOTING
Please refer to the LS3578 Product Reference Guide Troubleshooting section for further information.
IBM 46XX
Scanner not working
No power to scanner
Check battery
End cap not secured correctly
Turn end cap to secure
Scanner decoding bar code, but data not transmitting to host
Scanner not paired to host-connected cradle
Pair the scanner to the cradle (using the
PAIR bar code on the cradle)
If data is still not transmitting to host, it may be necessary to recycle power on the cradle.
Cradle not programmed for correct host interface
Check scanner host parameters or
edit options
Scanner not decoding bar code
Scanner not programmed
for bar code type
Ensure scanner is programmed
to read type of bar code being
scanned
Scanned data incorrectly displayed on host
Interface cable is loose
Check for loose cable
connections
Paired cradle host communication parameters do not match the host’s parameters
Check cradle host parameters or edit options
LS3578 PROGRAMMING BAR CODES
Bar code unreadable
Ensure bar code is not defaced;
try scanning test bar code of same
bar code type
Set Defaults
Note: The scanner connection to the cradle
is dissolved when Set Defaults is scanned.
SET DEFAULTS
Unpairing/Disconnection
UNPAIR/DISCONNECT
IBM 46XX Host Types Radio Communications Host Types
PORT 5B
PORT 9B
CRADLE HOST
SERIAL PORT PROFILE (SLAVE)
Keyboard Wedge Host Types
IBM PC/AT and IBM PC COMPATIBLE
USB Host Types
HID KEYBOARD EMULATION
IBM HAND-HELD USB
BLUETOOTH KEYBOARD EMULATION (HID SLAVE)
Carriage Return/Line Feed
SCAN OPTIONS
SERIAL PORT PROFILE (MASTER)
<DATA><SUFFIX>
ENTER
RS-232 Host Types
STANDARD RS-232
ICL RS-232
NIXDORF RS-232 MODE B
FUJITSU RS-232
NIXDORF RS-232 MODE A
OPOS/JPOS

LS3578
Quick Start Guide
1
2
2
4
3
1 Tether Plate
2 LED Indicators
3 Scan Window
4 Scan Trigger
LED Indicator
OPTIMUM SCANNING POSITIONS
Aiming
012345012345
012345012345
POST IN WORK AREAPOST IN WORK AREA
OPTIMUM UPRIGHT BODY POSTURE
Avoid Extreme Wrist Angles
ALTERNATE LEFT AND RIGHT HANDSALTERNATE LEFT AND RIGHT HANDS
TAKING BREAKS AND TASK ROTATION RECOMMENDEDTAKING BREAKS AND TASK ROTATION RECOMMENDED
Beeper Indications
Standard Use
Low-medium-high beeps
Power up
Short low-high beeps
Scanner has paired with
the cradle
Parameter Menu Scanning
High-low-high-low beeps
Normal beep
Bar code decoded [if
decode beeper enabled]
Short high-low beeps
Scanner has unpaired
with the cradle
Long low-high beeps
4 long low beeps
Transmission error
detected; data is ignored
4 short high beeps
Low battery
indication
Long low-high beeps or
Long low-high-low-high beeps
Unsuccessful pairing attempt
AVOID EXTREME
WRIST ANGLES
OPTIMUM BODY POSTURE
Successful program exit with change
in the parameter setting
LED Indications
Standard Use
Off
No power applied to scanner (battery
discharged or removed), or scanner
is in low power and ready to scan
Charging Use
Green Slow Flash
Scanner charging at
a slow rate (used
when cradle is
powered by host cable)
Green Fast Flash
Scanner charging at a
fastrate (used when
cradleis powered from
external power supply)
Input error, incorrect programming
sequence or Cancel bar code scanned
Green
Bar code successfully
decoded
Red Flash
Charging problem
See Product Reference
Guide for more
information
Red
Data transmission
error or scanner malfunction
or LS3578 scanner
inserted into an STB3478
cradle
Red and Green Flash
Temperature fault
Optimum body posture
for low scanning
Alternate left
and right knees
Optimum body posture for
extended range scanning
AVOID BENDING
AVOID REACHING
LS3578
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 +65 6858 0722. You may also visit our website:
http://www.zebra.com for the most updated warranty terms.
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 Technologies Customer Support
Center at: http://www.zebra.com/support.
For the latest version of this guide go to: http://www.zebra.com/support.
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,
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информация относно връщането на продукти, моля отидете на
адрес:
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cycle de vie doivent être retournés à Zebra pour recyclage. Pour de plus
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http://www.zebra.com/weee weboldalra.
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recycling. Raadpleeg http://www.zebra.com/weee voor meer informatie
over het terugzenden van producten.
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eksploatacji nale¿y zwróciæ do firmy Zebra w celu ich utylizacji.
Informacje na temat zwrotu produktów znajduj¹ siê na stronie
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devem ser devolvidos à Zebra para reciclagem. Para obter informações
sobre como devolver o produto, visite: http://www.zebra.com/weee.
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lor de funcţionare, trebuie returnate la Zebra pentru reciclare. Pentru
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bra.com/weee.
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Za kupce v EU: vsi izdelki se morajo po poteku življenjske
Slovenski:
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måste returneras till Zebra för återvinning. Information om hur du
returnerar produkten finns på http://www.zebra.com/weee.
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hakkında bilgi için lütfen şu adresi ziyaret edin: http://www.ze
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REGULATORY INFORMATION
Country Approval
Regulatory markings are applied to the device signifying the radio (s) are approved for use in the
following countries: United States, Canada, Australia, Japan & Europe1.
Please refer to the Zebra Declaration of Conformity (DoC) for details of other country markings.
This is available at http://www.zebra.com/doc.
Note1: For 2.4GHz Products: Europe includes, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Croatia,
Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy,
Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal,
Romania, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom.
Ukraine:
Дане обладнання відповідає вимогам технічного регламенту №1057, № 2008 на
обмеження щодо використання деяких небезпечних речовин в електричних та
електронних пристроях.
Bluetooth Devices
This product is an approved Bluetooth device. BT ID: B02793
Operation of the device without regulatory approval is illegal
FCC / EU RF Exposure Guidelines
Safety Information
The device complies with internationally recognized standards covering Specific Absorption
Rate (SAR) related to human exposure to electromagnetic fields from radio devices.
Reducing RF Exposure – Use Properly
It is advisable to use the device only in the normal operating position.
Hand Held Devices:
To comply with FCC RF exposure requirements, this device must be operated in the hand.
Other operating configurations should be avoided.
Radio Frequency Interference Requirements
Radio Transmitters (Part 15)
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received,
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Radio Frequency Interference Requirements – Canada
Radio Transmitters
This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry & Science Canada. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Label Marking: The Term "IC:" before the radio certification only signifies that Industry
Canada technical specifications were met.
Radio Frequency Interference Requirements – Brazil
Declarações Regulamentares para Zebra LS3578 BRAZIL
NOTA: A marca de certificação se aplica ao Equip. de Radiação Restrita, modelo Zebra LS3578.
Este equipamento opera em caráter secundário, isto é, não tem direito a proteção contra interferência
prejudicial, mesmo de estações do mesmo tipo, e não pode causar interferência a sistemas operando
em caráter primário.”
Para maiores consultas sobre ANATEL consulte o site: www.anatel.gov.br
Recommended Usage Guide
In accordance with IEC60825-1 and EN60825, the following information is
provided to the user:
Laser Devices
Complies with 21CFR1040.10 & 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice
NO. 50, dated June 24, 2007 and IEC/EN 60825-1:2007 and/or IEC/EN 60825-1:2014. The
laser classification is marked on one of the labels on the device.
Class 1 Laser devices are not considered to be hazardous when used for their
intended purpose. The following statement is required to comply with US and
international regulations:
Caution: Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein
may result in hazardous laser light exposure.
Class 2 laser scanners use a low power, visible light diode. As with any very bright light source, such as
the sun, the user should avoid staring directly into the light beam. Momentary exposure to a Class 2 laser
is not known to be harmful.
Regulatory Information
This guide applies to Model Number: LS3578.
All Zebra devices are designed to be compliant with rules and regulations in locations
they are sold and will be labeled as required. Local language translations are
available at the following website:
Any changes or modifications to Zebra equipment, not expressly approved by
Zebra, could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Zebra Technologies Corporation
Lincolnshire, IL U.S.A.
© 2017 ZIH Corp and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. ZEBRA and
the stylized Zebra head are trademarks of ZIH Corp, registered in
many jurisdictions worldwide. All other trademarks are the property of their
respective owners.
72-93587-06 Revision A April 2017
http://www.zebra.com/support
.
LS3578
Marking and European Economic Area (EEA)
Statement of Compliance
Zebra hereby declares that this radio equipment is in compliance with Directive 2011/65/EU and
1999/5/EC or 2014/53/EU (2014/53/EU supersedes 1999/5/EC from 13th June 2017).
The full text of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available at the following internet
addresswww.zebra.com/doc.
Eurasian Customs Union
Евразийский Таможенный Союз
Данный продукт соответствует требованиям знака EAC.
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.
• Reduce or eliminate repetitive motion • Reduce or eliminate vibration
• Maintain a natural/neutral position • Reduce or eliminate direct pressure
• Reduce or eliminate excessive force • Provide adjustable workstations
• Keep objects that are used frequently • Provide adequate clearance
within easy reach • Provide a suitable working environment
• Perform tasks at correct heights • Improve work procedures
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Scanner Labeling
COMPLIES WITH 21CFR1040.10 AND 1040.11 EXCEPT FOR
DEVIATIONS PURSUANT TO LASER NOTICE NO. 50, DATED
JUNE 24, 2007 AND IEC 60825-1 (Ed. 2.0), EN60825-1:2007
THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS COMPLIES WITH
CANADIAN ICES-103. CET APPAREIL NUMÉRIQUE DE LA CLASSE B
EST CONFORME À LA NORME NMB-003 DU CANADA.