Datalogic QuickScan QBT2101 — Cordless 1D Linear Imager with Bluetooth
Bluetooth — Pairs with Phones & PCs400 Scans per SecondGreen Spot Good-ReadCharges via Micro-USB
The Datalogic QuickScan QBT2101 (part number QBT2101-BK-BTK+, EAN 5712505696682) is an entry-level cordless 1D linear imager that cuts the cable without cutting the budget: it pairs over Bluetooth directly with PCs, tablets and smartphones (iOS/Android via HID) or through its optional base station. This kit includes the black scanner and a micro-USB cable for charging and direct connection — the BC2030 base station is not included. An extra-wide field of view and extra-long scan line read long barcodes at close distances, at 400 scans per second, and Datalogic’s patented Green Spot projects good-read confirmation right onto the code. Typically in stock with fast delivery across Cyprus.
Compatibility & Usage Note
Base station not included: this BTK+ kit contains the scanner and a micro-USB cable. The scanner charges over micro-USB and can transmit directly to any Bluetooth host (HID or Serial Port Profile) — the optional BC2030 base adds drop-in charging and a cabled host link. Reads 1D linear barcodes only — not QR/2D codes. The user-replaceable Li-Ion battery is included.
Best For
✓ Counters that need cable-free scanning on a budget
✓ Pairing directly with tablets & phones (iOS/Android)
✓ Back-office and stockroom inventory runs
✓ Long barcodes — extra-long scan line reads up close
✓ Loud shops — Green Spot visual good-read
✓ Light warehouse duty — 18×1.5 m drop tested
Key Features
True Cordless Freedom
Bluetooth transmits to the optional base or directly to any Bluetooth-compliant PC, tablet or phone via HID/SPP — scan around the stockroom while the till stays put, within ~25 m radio range.
Charges Anywhere via Micro-USB
No cradle required: plug the included micro-USB cable into any host or charger. The tool-free, user-replaceable Li-Ion battery reaches full charge in about 6 hours from host power.
Green Spot + Wide Scan Line
Datalogic’s patented Green Spot shines good-read confirmation directly on the barcode, and the extra-wide 56° field of view captures long codes at intuitive distances up to 70 cm.
Durable Little Workhorse
Withstands 18 drops from 1.5 m to concrete, IP42 sealing, 16 kV ESD protection and ambient light immunity to 120,000 lux — sunlight included.
Technical Specifications
| Identification |
| Part Number |
QBT2101-BK-BTK+ |
| EAN / GTIN |
5712505696682 |
| MPN |
QBT2101-BK-BTK+ |
| Series |
Datalogic QuickScan 2100 (QBT2101 cordless) |
| Kit Contents |
| In the Box |
Scanner with user-replaceable Li-Ion battery + micro-USB cable |
| Sold Separately |
BC2030 base station (charging + host communication), power supply |
| Reading Performance |
| Scanner Type |
Cordless 1D linear imager |
| Scan Speed |
400 scans per second |
| Field of View |
56° ± 2° — extra-long scan line for long barcodes |
| Read Angles |
Roll ±45° + Pitch ±65° + Skew ±70° |
| Min Element Width |
4 mil / 0.102 mm |
| Min Print Contrast |
25% reflectance |
| Good-Read Feedback |
Datalogic Green Spot on the code + beeper + LED |
| Typical Working Range |
| Code 39 — 4 mil |
3.0 to 11.0 cm |
| Code 39 — 5 mil |
2.0 to 15.0 cm |
| Code 39 — 7.5 mil |
2.0 to 25.0 cm |
| Code 39 — 10 mil |
2.0 to 36.0 cm |
| EAN/UPC — 13 mil |
1.0 to 45.0 cm |
| Code 39 — 20 mil |
up to 70.0 cm |
| Decoding Capability |
| 1D Symbologies |
UPC/EAN/JAN, Code 39 (+Full ASCII), Code 128, EAN128, Interleaved 2 of 5, Codabar, Code 93, MSI, GS1 DataBar family and other standard 1D codes |
| Connectivity |
| Wireless |
Bluetooth — HID and Serial Port Profile, direct to iOS/Android/Windows hosts |
| Radio Range |
Up to 25 m / 82 ft in open air |
| Wired |
Micro-USB — charging and direct host connection |
| Battery |
| Battery |
User-replaceable Li-Ion pack — tool-free (captive screw) |
| Charge Time |
~6 h via micro-USB host power + ~4 h via base with 12 V adapter |
| Environmental |
| Drop Resistance |
Withstands 18 drops from 1.5 m / 4.9 ft to concrete |
| Sealing |
IP42 — protected against solid objects and dripping water, not splash-proof |
| ESD Protection |
16 kV (air discharge) |
| Operating Temperature |
0 to 50 °C |
| Storage Temperature |
-20 to 70 °C |
| Humidity |
5 – 90% non-condensing |
| Ambient Light |
Immune up to 120,000 lux |
| Physical |
| Dimensions |
16.3 x 9.1 x 4.1 cm (H x L x W) |
| Weight |
190 g (reader, without cable) |
| Colour |
Black |
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Datalogic QBT2101-BK-BTK+ include the base station?
No. The BTK+ kit contains the scanner and a micro-USB cable — charging and direct Bluetooth pairing work without any base. Add the optional BC2030 base station if you want drop-in charging and a cabled host connection.
Can the QBT2101 pair directly with a phone or tablet?
Yes. Using the Bluetooth HID profile it types scans straight into any app on iOS or Android, and Serial Port Profile is available for integrated software — no base station needed.
Can the QuickScan QBT2101 read QR codes or screens?
It reads 1D linear barcodes only — QR and other 2D codes need a 2D imager such as the Datalogic QuickScan QBT2400/QBT2500 series. As a linear imager (not laser) it generally handles well-lit phone-screen 1D codes better than laser scanners.
What do I need to know before buying the QBT2101-BK-BTK+?
Budget-wise it is one of the cheapest routes to cordless scanning: charge over micro-USB, pair over Bluetooth, replace the battery yourself. Working range covers retail codes to 45 cm; drop rating is 1.5 m. For all-shift industrial duty, look at rugged models instead.
Singular Expert Insight
The QBT2101 answers a simple need: lose the cable without paying industrial-cordless prices. Its trick is flexibility — with micro-USB charging and direct Bluetooth HID pairing, many buyers never purchase the base station at all, using it alongside tablets and POS apps. Compared with corded rivals like the Zebra LI2208 you trade some working range for freedom of movement. If your volumes are heavy or the environment harsh, Datalogic’s Gryphon GBT4200 class or Zebra’s DS2278 offer more; for light-to-medium cordless 1D scanning, the QBT2101 is hard to beat on value.
Buyer’s Guide
Buy it if
You want cordless scanning at entry-level cost + you will pair directly with a PC, tablet or phone + micro-USB charging without a cradle suits your counter + the replaceable battery extends service life.
Skip it if
You need QR/2D codes (QuickScan QBT2400 series) + you want drop-in charging out of the box (add the BC2030 base or choose a kit with base) + you need industrial ruggedness beyond 1.5 m drops and IP42.
Also consider
Datalogic QBT2131 — same family with base-station kit options. Zebra DS2278 — cordless 2D imager with presentation cradle. Zebra LI2208 — corded 1D imager with longer 76 cm reach.