Zebra DS2208-HC Barcode Scanner | 1D/2D Healthcare Imager | Multi-Interface | Scanner Only | White
Zebra DS2208-HC Healthcare Barcode Scanner
1D/2D Imager · PRZM · Disinfectant-Ready · IP52 · Night Mode · Scanner Only · White
The Zebra DS2208-HC is a purpose-built corded 1D/2D barcode scanner for healthcare environments — from patient admissions and medication administration to specimen collection and pharmacy. Unlike general-purpose scanners, the DS2208-HC features a disinfectant-ready housing designed to withstand regular sanitising with common hospital-grade disinfectants. Powered by Zebra's PRZM Intelligent Imaging technology, it delivers first-time, every-time scanning of all barcode types found throughout the hospital, including patient wristbands, medication vials, IV bags, and specimen trays. This is a scanner-only SKU — a compatible interface cable must be purchased separately.
| SKU | DS2208-HC0000BZZRW |
| EAN | 8596375197411 |
| Scanner Type | 1D/2D Area Imager · PRZM Intelligent Imaging · Omnidirectional |
| Scan Speed | Up to 762 mm/sec |
| 1D Barcodes | Code 39, Code 128, UPC/EAN, GS1 DataBar, Codabar, MSI, I 2 of 5 and more |
| 2D Barcodes | QR Code, Data Matrix, PDF417, Aztec, MaxiCode, Micro QR and more |
| Aiming | Innovative aim line · guides clinician to ideal scan distance |
| Interfaces | USB · RS-232 · Keyboard Wedge (KBW) · RS-485 · Auto host detection |
| Healthcare Housing | Disinfectant-ready · Withstands regular hospital-grade cleaning |
| Scan Window | Deeply recessed · Scratch-proof |
| Patient-Safe Feedback | Direct Decode Indicator (light on barcode = good decode) · Night Mode (silent confirm) · Beeper with adjustable volume |
| Scanning Modes | Handheld · Hands-free presentation (auto-switches when placed in stand) |
| IP Rating | IP52 |
| Drop Resistance | 1.5 m to concrete · Multiple drops |
| Colour | Healthcare White |
| Management | Zebra 123Scan · DataCapture DNA · Scanner Management Service · Zebra OneCare |
| Warranty | 3 years |
| In the Box | DS2208-HC Scanner only · Interface cable sold separately |
BUYER'S GUIDE
Best For: Hospitals, clinics, pharmacies, and laboratories requiring a scanner that can be regularly disinfected. Ideal for medication administration, patient admissions, specimen collection, dietary management, and any point-of-care workflow where infection control is critical.
DS2208-HC vs. Standard DS2208: The HC (Healthcare) variant uses a disinfectant-resistant housing and comes in Healthcare White. The standard DS2208 is not rated for repeated disinfectant cleaning. Never use a general-purpose scanner in clinical environments where regular sanitising is required.
Scanner Only — Cable Required: This SKU does not include a cable. Order the appropriate Zebra interface cable for your host system. For USB connections, the CBA-U21-S07ZBR shielded USB cable is the standard pairing for the DS2208-HC USB kit.
Ready Out of the Box: The DS2208-HC ships pre-configured with optimised defaults for healthcare applications. Auto host detection automatically selects the correct interface when the cable is connected — no manual programming required for standard deployments.