1204 Series

General Handheld Scanner

Overview
The CipherLab 1204 is a lightweight, corded handheld scanner designed for daily barcode scanning in retail, healthcare, hospitality, and assembly line environments. Supporting all 1D and 2D barcodes on both paper and screens, it delivers reliable performance, ergonomic comfort, and intuitive features that enable smart, cost-effective business operations.

Industry Use:
  • Retail
  • Healthcare
  • Assembly line

Features
Ergonomic Design for Comfortable, Fatigue-Reducing Operation
The 1204 features an ergonomic, tapered handle with polished surfaces and a raised thumb rest for enhanced grip and support. Combined with a two-finger trigger and ample finger clearance, this design balances pressure evenly and guides natural scanning motions, ensuring all-day comfort and reduced fatigue.
Enhanced Usability with Clear Indicators and Adjustable Stand
This model provides clear audio and visual feedback with a front-facing buzzer and indicator light, along with an adjustable stand for flexible, hands-free scanning in busy environments
Rugged Protection with Durable TPU Guard
Built for durability, the 1204 features a raised TPU scan lens guard that protects the scanning engine from drops and impacts, ensuring reliable and long-lasting performance.
Flexible Configuration with CipherLab ScanMaster Software
This scanner works seamlessly with CipherLab ScanMaster software, enabling easy configuration of hands-free scanning, data formats, symbology types, and more for any work environment.







Model 1204
Category 2D Imager
Corded
Performance Optical sensor CCD Linear Sensor
640 x 480 pixels
Light source White LED
Resolution 3 mil: 1D barcode / 5 mil: 2D barcode
Depth of field
13 mil barcode
Code 39 4 mil 4 to 7 cm
Code 128 4 mil 4 to 15 cm
UPCA 13 mil 5 to 34 cm
QR Code 6 mil 5 to 8 cm
QR Code 15 mil 2 to 22 cm
Scanning angle Pitch ± 65°, Skew ± 65°
Minimum PCS 25%
Scan rate 60 scans/second
Hands-free scanning Presentation mode
Barcodes supported 1D: Codabar, Code11, Code39, Code32, Interleaved 2 of 5, Industrial 2 of 5, Matrix 2 of 5, Code93, Code128, GS1-128, UPC-A, UPC-E, EAN 8, EAN 13, GS1 DataBar, RSS14, GS1 DataBar Limited, GS1 DataBar Expanded, etc.
2D: PDF417, MicroPDF417, DataMatrix, QR code, Micro QR code, Aztec
Programmable features Interface selection, symbology configuration
Physical Dimension L x W x H 166.6 x 86.7 x 64.8 mm
Weight
(without cabe)
142g
Electrical Voltage 5V ±10%
Power consumption1
Standby / Operating
Operating : typical 270mA @5VDC
Standby : typical 100mA @5VDC
User Environment Temperature Operating: 0⁰C to 50⁰C
Storage: -20⁰C to 60⁰C
Humidity Operating: 10% to 90%
Storage: 5% to 95%
Impact resistance 1.5m
Ingress protection IP42
Electrostatic discharge ±8 kV contact ±15kV air
Regulatory compliance BSMI, CE, FCC, RoHS
Accessories USB cable
Adjustable stand
Warranty 1 year
1.The data is tested with USB interface.
Specification
Accessories
  • Hands-free Stand
Software
Scanner Software
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Additional Support