Zebra LI4278 | 1D Cordless Linear Imager | Bluetooth 2.1 | 547 scan/sec | Scanner Only | Black
Zebra LI4278
Black · 1D Cordless Linear Imager · Bluetooth 2.1 · 547 scan/sec · Laser-Free · Scanner Only
The Zebra LI4278 takes 1D barcode scanning to a new level of speed and range. Bluetooth 2.1 with EDR delivers cordless freedom up to 100ft/30m while giving cashiers and warehouse workers the flexibility to scan inside and outside the cash wrap. At 547 scans per second, it is one of the fastest 1D scanners available, capturing UPC codes from near contact up to 30 inches away and high-density codes across a wide working range — all without a laser, eliminating eye injury risk. A single charge delivers up to 72 hours of operation or 57,000 scans, with superior battery management ensuring power through the busiest shifts. The gasket-sealed housing withstands dust, moisture and drops to 1.8m. Compatible with existing LS4278 and DS6878 cradles, the LI4278 protects infrastructure investments while delivering the latest in 1D scanning technology. This listing is for the scanner unit only — a cradle and cable are required and sold separately.
| Part Number | LI4278-SR20007WR |
| EAN | 5711045624551 |
| Scanner Type | Cordless handheld · 1D Linear Imager · Laser-free LED |
| Wireless | Bluetooth v2.1 Class 2 · EDR · 3.0 Mbit/s · Up to 100 ft / 30 m range |
| Scan Speed | 547 scans/sec |
| Decode Range (UPC) | Near contact to 30 in. / 76.2 cm (100% UPC) · Up to 55 in. / 140 cm (200% UPC) |
| Screen Scanning | Yes — reads barcodes on mobile phones, tablets and computer screens |
| Barcode Support | All standard 1D symbologies · UPC/EAN · Code 128 · Code 39 · Code 93 · GS1 DataBar · ISBT 128 · Codabar · MSI and more |
| Battery Life | Up to 72 hours · Up to 57,000 scans per charge |
| Interface | USB · RS-232 · Keyboard Wedge · IBM 46xx · RS-485 (via cradle, sold separately) |
| Cradle Compatibility | Backward compatible with LS4278 and DS6878 cradles |
| Ambient Light | Up to 108,000 lux — readable in direct sunlight and dim indoor lighting |
| Drop Resistance | 1.8 m (6 ft) to concrete · 100+ drops at 1.5 m |
| Sealing | Gasket-sealed housing — dust and moisture resistant, can be sprayed clean |
| Colour | Twilight Black |
| In the Box | LI4278 scanner only — cradle and cable sold separately |
BUYER'S GUIDE
For whom: Retail POS environments, pharmacies and warehouses that need a fast, reliable cordless 1D scanner — particularly those with existing LS4278 or DS6878 cradle infrastructure looking for a direct upgrade without replacing accessories.
Real reason to buy: 547 scans/sec, 57,000 scans per charge and 1.8m drop resistance make it one of the most capable 1D cordless scanners available. Backward compatibility with LS4278 cradles means existing installations can upgrade without any infrastructure cost.
Know before you buy: 1D only — does not decode 2D barcodes (QR, DataMatrix, PDF417). Scanner Only SKU — a cradle and cable must be ordered separately. The LI4278 is end-of-life; consider the DS8178 for new deployments needing long-term Zebra support and 2D capability.
Verdict: The fastest, most durable 1D cordless scanner Zebra made — ideal as a drop-in upgrade to an LS4278 environment, or wherever 1D scanning performance and battery life are the priority.