Datalogic Gryphon GBT4200 | Cordless Bluetooth 1D Scanner USB Kit | Green Spot | 3GL | Inductive Charging | IP52 | Black
Overview
The Datalogic Gryphon GBT4200 is the premium Bluetooth 1D cordless scanner from Datalogic's Gryphon family — a device designed as much for the operator as for the application. Its ergonomic form, inductive wireless charging, and automatic mode-sensing combine to create the most comfortable and reliable 1D scanning experience available for retail, healthcare, and general-purpose environments.
The key differentiator is the inductive charging system: place the scanner in the WLC4190 cradle and it charges without physical contact — no pins to corrode, no contacts to clean, no charging failures after months of use. Combined with over 80 hours of continuous battery life and a 100 m Bluetooth range, it delivers all-day, every-day performance in any environment.
Motionix motion sensing activates the soft-line viewfinder and ready-to-scan mode the instant the scanner is picked up, and the Green Spot confirms every successful decode directly on the barcode. The disinfectant-ready housing withstands regular cleaning with hospital-grade disinfectants.
This kit (GBT4200-BK-BTK1) includes the scanner, WLC4190-BK-BT inductive Bluetooth cradle, and USB cable (90A052258) in Black.
Note: The EAN provided by the distributor for this SKU is 5704174282846.
Key Specifications
| Scanning Technology | 1D Enhanced Linear Imager | Soft-line viewfinder |
| Scan Speed | 400 scans/sec |
| Scanning Range | 2.5 – 45 cm typical (near to far, high-density to low-res codes) |
| Symbologies | All popular 1D: Code 128, Code 39, UPC/EAN, Codabar, I 2 of 5, Code 93, GS1 DataBar, and more |
| Wireless | Bluetooth 4.0 with BLE | Class 1 | Up to 100 m range |
| Charging | Inductive (contactless) via WLC4190 cradle — no charging contacts |
| Battery Life | 80+ hours continuous use |
| Batch Memory | Up to 2,300 barcodes stored offline |
| Host Interfaces | USB Type-C, RS-232, Keyboard Wedge — multi-interface via cradle |
| Good Read Feedback | Green Spot on barcode + 3GL (dual LED) + beeper (adjustable) |
| Motionix | Motion sensing — auto activates scan mode when picked up |
| Sealing | IP52 — dust protection, drip resistant |
| Housing | Disinfectant-ready (DRA) — resists hospital-grade cleaning agents |
| Dimensions | 166 × 68 mm | Compact ergonomic design |
| Color | Black |
| Software | Datalogic Aladdin™ configuration | EaseCare service plans |
| Warranty | 3-year manufacturer warranty |
| In the Box | GBT4200 scanner + WLC4190-BK-BT inductive cradle + USB cable (90A052258) |
| Part Number | GBT4200-BK-BTK1 |
| EAN | 5704174282846 |
Use Cases
Retail POS & mPOS: 100 m Bluetooth range covers the entire sales floor. Cashiers can scan items anywhere in the store and transmit wirelessly. The inductive cradle means the scanner is always charged and ready at the POS terminal.
Healthcare & Pharmacy: Disinfectant-ready housing withstands regular sanitization. IP52 sealing protects against spills. The soft-line viewfinder prevents accidental scans of adjacent barcodes on medication packaging.
Warehouse & Inventory: 80+ hour battery and 2,300-barcode batch memory enable all-day scanning in large warehouses. Scanned data transmits automatically when in range.
Shared-Device Environments: No charging contacts means no maintenance — drop it in the cradle at shift change and it's fully charged for the next worker with zero pin cleaning.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is inductive charging and why does it matter?
Inductive charging transfers power wirelessly between the cradle and scanner without physical metal contacts. Standard scanners with spring contacts suffer from bent pins, corroded contacts, and charging failures after months of daily use — especially in environments where the scanner is frequently dropped in and removed. The GBT4200's inductive system eliminates this failure mode entirely, reducing maintenance costs and ensuring the scanner charges reliably every time it is placed in the cradle.
What is the soft-line viewfinder?
The soft-line viewfinder is a bright scanning line activated by Motionix when the scanner is picked up. Unlike a hard laser line, it provides a clearly visible aiming guide without the harsh intensity of a laser aimer. It is particularly useful in multi-barcode environments (e.g., medication packaging) where precise aiming prevents accidental scans of adjacent barcodes.
Does the GBT4200 scan 2D barcodes or QR codes?
No. The GBT4200 is a 1D linear imager only — it reads standard 1D barcodes but does not decode 2D codes such as QR codes or DataMatrix. For 2D scanning in the same Gryphon family, consider the GBT4600 (2D area imager variant).
Is the GBT4200 a replacement for the discontinued GBT4132?
Yes. The Gryphon GBT4200 is the direct successor to the discontinued GBT4132 with the same form factor and interface compatibility, adding inductive charging, Bluetooth 4.0 BLE, and the disinfectant-ready housing.