CipherLab 1204 Series Barcode Scanner (A1204SFBKU001)

The CipherLab 1204 is a lightweight, corded handheld 2D barcode scanner for everyday scanning in retail, healthcare, hospitality and on assembly lines. Its 2D imager reads all common 1D and 2D barcodes – including QR codes – printed on paper or shown on phone screens, at up to 60 scans per second. An ergonomic design, clear audio and visual feedback and a protective TPU lens guard make it a reliable, cost-effective choice for daily use. It connects via USB and is powered by the host – no power supply needed. This version, A1204SFBKU001, is the USB kit: it is supplied with a USB cable and an adjustable hands-free stand – ready to plug in and scan, handheld or hands-free.

Key Features

• Reads 1D and 2D barcodes – the 640 × 480 CMOS imager with white LED illumination reads all common 1D barcodes (EAN/UPC, Code 128, GS1-128, Code 39, GS1 DataBar and more) and 2D codes such as QR Code, Data Matrix, PDF417 and Aztec.
• Paper and screens – scans barcodes printed on labels, packaging and documents as well as codes displayed on phone and tablet screens – ideal for mobile coupons, e-tickets, loyalty cards and click-and-collect orders.
• Fast and precise – 60 scans per second and a resolution down to 3 mil (1D) and 5 mil (2D); standard 13 mil EAN/UPC codes are read from 5 to 34 cm.
• Ergonomic, fatigue-reducing design – a tapered handle with polished surfaces, a raised thumb rest and a two-finger trigger balance pressure evenly for comfortable all-day scanning; it weighs just 142 g.
• Clear feedback – a front-facing beeper and indicator light confirm every successful read, even in busy environments.
• Handheld or hands-free – in presentation mode, the 1204 reads barcodes automatically when used in the adjustable stand (included with the A1204SFBKU001 kit).
• Built to last – a raised TPU lens guard protects the scan window from drops and impacts; IP42 sealed and withstands 1.5 m drops.
• Simple USB plug-and-play – powered via the USB port, no power supply needed; symbologies, data formats and hands-free scanning are easy to configure with the CipherLab ScanMaster software.

Ideal Applications

• Retail checkouts and small shops – EAN/UPC product codes, coupons and loyalty cards on phones
• Healthcare – pharmacies, patient wristbands, sample and medication labels
• Hospitality – hotels, restaurants and event ticketing (QR e-tickets and vouchers)
• Assembly lines and light manufacturing – part and work-order labels
• Offices, libraries and service desks – documents, files and asset tags

All CipherLab 1204 Versions

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Technical Specifications

Not sure which version you need? For a new workstation, choose the USB kit A1204SFBKU001 – it includes the USB cable and the adjustable hands-free stand. The scanner-only version A1204SFBSU001 is a cost-effective choice if you already have a CipherLab 1204 USB cable, for example for a spare or replacement unit. Compare other models in our Handheld Barcode Scanners collection or contact our team for volume pricing.