The PowerScan 9600 series of 2D barcode scanner features all the standard benefits associated with Datalogic industrial handheld scanners, but now with embedded industrial connectivity, allowing simple interfacing with a PC, Industrial PC, Tablet, or PLCs. There is no need for third part devices as the communication modules are exchangeable in the cradle, and inline for the wired version. The plug and play architecture helps to maintain network integrity, and is easily configurable between RS-232, USB, USB-C, Ethernet, Ethernet I/P or Profinet. Any future standards or changes to your networking setup are easy to switch to within a matter of minutes.

The PowerScan 9600 rugged barcode scanner range offers three different performance levels, depending on your application, with read rates 20% faster than competitive products. The Standard Range model is equipped with a single camera for capturing low density 1D and 2D codes within normal reading ranges. For longer distance reading, choose the High Performance reader with a dual camera. Finally, and unique to Datalogic, is the Document Capture model which will take color images for quality control or signatory confirmation. As with all Datalogic scanners, the 9600 Series provides gentle white light illumination and outputs a successful ‘Green Spot’ for a successful read, even on damaged or dirty barcodes.

The PowerScan PM9600 cordless model further enhances the operator efficiency and safety with Datalogic’s STAR Cordless System™. Bidirectional radio communication and display allow users to receive immediate feedback avoiding any risk of mistakes.

The PowerScan PBT9600 cordless model is enriched with Bluetooth® 5.0 that can be paired to any device supporting Bluetooth connections, or to the Bluetooth base station.

The PowerScan 9600 scanner features Datalogic’s Wireless Charging System. Based on inductive-charging technology, Datalogic’s Wireless Charging System eliminates battery contacts and pins that often get dirty, bent, or broken over time – and this removes a key point of failure for devices used in industrial and retail functions.

Operators can freely walk around large working areas with an industrial wireless barcode scanner, scanning items, inputting data from the built-in keypad, and gaining immediate feedback from the host on the large, bright OLED display.

With growing emphasis on long term device performance, Datalogic has equipped several cost-saving features in the PowerScan 9600 Series. Smart battery technology maximizes and optimizes charging efficiency, providing an indication of battery health. The cradle also includes wireless charging capability, eliminating the possibility of poor or no charging due to damaged or dirty contacts, which is the number one failure in traditional cradle setups. These new cradles even provide information on device health, enabling you to schedule predictive maintenance, thus avoiding any unplanned downtime because of unexpected failure. Your total cost of ownership is reduced significantly thanks to these simple but powerful additions, with wireless charging providing a 15% increase. The PowerScan 9600 Series is the easy choice when it comes to top flexibility and extreme reliability regarding handheld scanners.

The 9600 series is also available in a full suite of Auto Range (AR) products to provide the best solution for different necessities.  It includes a corded desk models (PD9600 AR), cordless models featuring Datalogic’s STAR 433 MHz Cordless System™ 2.0 proprietary radio (PM9600 AR) and full keypad/display options, and cordless Bluetooth® 5.0 models (PBT9600AR).

The PowerScan 9600 Auto Range series inherits the plug-and-play architecture of the PowerScan 9600 family making it easily configurable between Serial, USB, Ethernet, EtherNet/IP, or PROFINET while protecting customer’s investment in case of future changes to the communication setup.

The 9600 series is now available in a full suite of industrial DPX models for DPM and label-based codes, mainly targeting traceability applications in Automotive, Aerospace, Tires and Electronics and also used in Healthcare for tracking medical devices in hospitals.  It includes a corded desk models (PD9600 DPX), cordless models featuring Datalogic’s STAR 433 MHz Cordless System™ 2.0 proprietary radio (PM9600-D DPX) with full keypad/display options, and a cordless Bluetooth® 5.0 model (PBT9600 DPX).

The PowerScan 9600 DPX models also inherit the plug-and-play architecture of the PowerScan 9600 family making it easily configurable between Serial, USB, Ethernet, EtherNet/IP, or PROFINET while protecting customer’s investment in case of future changes to the communication setup.

The 9600 RFID Series is the first industrial scanner to combine high-performance barcode reading and UHF RFID in one rugged, cordless device. Built to boost efficiency across Retail, T&L, Manufacturing, and Healthcare, it’s available in two cordless versions: a standard range model and a document capture model with dual camera for color image capture, OLED display, and 16-key keypad.

Its hybrid reading technology ensures fast, reliable data capture — whether scanning 1D/2D barcodes or reading and writing RFID tags.