ZEBRA TECHNOLOGIES
Zebra FS42 Code Reader
The Zebra FS42 is a robust fixed industrial barcode scanner designed for demanding environments like manufacturing, logistics, and distribution. It comes in 2 MP (1920 × 1200) and 5 MP (2592 × 1944) global-shutter sensor options, capturing up to 60 fps (2.3 MP) or 42 fps (5 MP). Powered by an ultra-fast quad-core CPU, a Neural Processing Unit (NPU), and 8 GB of onboard memory, the FS42 accelerates complex scanning, deep learning-based OCR, and machine-vision tasks. There are various connection options such as PoE or 24 V DC, plus USB-C (power, data, external storage, and accessory integration). Interfaces include Ethernet/IP, PROFINET, Modbus TCP, TCP/IP, RS-232, and USB HID, with up to nine programmable digital I/O ports. The rugged design features aluminium housing, IP65/67 sealing, chemical and oil resistance, shock (30 g) and vibration tolerance, and built-in lighting with selectable red, white, blue or infrared LEDs, along with a laser sunburst aimer for precise alignment.
The FS42 excels in high-speed, high-volume scanning environments, capable of reading multiple 1D, 2D, and DPM barcodes, and even direct part marks, simultaneously using ManyCode and ImagePerfect+ technologies, which capture up to 16 images per target with optimised settings like focus, exposure, gain, and lighting. Zebra’s PRZM Intelligent Imaging handles tough conditions: damaged, poorly printed, curved, or reflective surfaces are no problem. The scanner can be upgraded via software licenses to add deep-learning-based OCR or full machine-vision (MV) toolsets for tasks such as OCR without font training, good/bad image anomaly detection, dimensioning, defeat detection, label presence checks, and visual inspections. Configuration and deployment are streamlined through Zebra’s Aurora Focus™ software, an intuitive interface with auto-tune, built-in tutorials, and diagnostic dashboards accessible via web HMI, greatly reducing setup time and easing deployment for both novice and advanced users.
- Integrated focus and lighting
- 2.3 Megapixel Resolution
- 3.0 μm Pixels
- 60 fps
Selected variant
Technical data
| Focus | Liquid lens |
|---|---|
| Frame Rate Max | 60 |
| Interface out | Ethernet with POE, Serial, USB & Industrial Protocols |
| Javascript Support | Yes |
| Lighting | Red |
| Pixel Size | 3.0 x 3.0 µm |
| Resolution | 2.3MP |
|---|---|
| Size | 54.0 x 64.0 x 91.4 mm |
| Software performance | Fast 2D Barcode Decoder |
| Type of lens | Standard |
| Type of scanner | Fixed Scanner |
Product description
The Zebra FS42 is a robust fixed industrial barcode scanner designed for demanding environments like manufacturing, logistics, and distribution. It comes in 2 MP (1920 × 1200) and 5 MP (2592 × 1944) global-shutter sensor options, capturing up to 60 fps (2.3 MP) or 42 fps (5 MP). Powered by an ultra-fast quad-core CPU, a Neural Processing Unit (NPU), and 8 GB of onboard memory, the FS42 accelerates complex scanning, deep learning-based OCR, and machine-vision tasks. There are various connection options such as PoE or 24 V DC, plus USB-C (power, data, external storage, and accessory integration). Interfaces include Ethernet/IP, PROFINET, Modbus TCP, TCP/IP, RS-232, and USB HID, with up to nine programmable digital I/O ports. The rugged design features aluminium housing, IP65/67 sealing, chemical and oil resistance, shock (30 g) and vibration tolerance, and built-in lighting with selectable red, white, blue or infrared LEDs, along with a laser sunburst aimer for precise alignment.
The FS42 excels in high-speed, high-volume scanning environments, capable of reading multiple 1D, 2D, and DPM barcodes, and even direct part marks, simultaneously using ManyCode and ImagePerfect+ technologies, which capture up to 16 images per target with optimised settings like focus, exposure, gain, and lighting. Zebra’s PRZM Intelligent Imaging handles tough conditions: damaged, poorly printed, curved, or reflective surfaces are no problem. The scanner can be upgraded via software licenses to add deep-learning-based OCR or full machine-vision (MV) toolsets for tasks such as OCR without font training, good/bad image anomaly detection, dimensioning, defeat detection, label presence checks, and visual inspections. Configuration and deployment are streamlined through Zebra’s Aurora Focus™ software, an intuitive interface with auto-tune, built-in tutorials, and diagnostic dashboards accessible via web HMI, greatly reducing setup time and easing deployment for both novice and advanced users.
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