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SKU: 957022201-00053
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Datalogic Magellan 9550i Bi-Optic Fixed Retail Scanner

Bi-optic 2D imaging scanner for retail POS with drop and surge resistance

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Datalogic Magellan 9550i Bi-Optic Fixed Retail Scanner

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SKU: 957022201-00053
UPC: 5656565656562
Availability: Usually Ships in 2-3 Weeks
Warranty 1-year Warranty

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Datalogic Magellan 9550i Bi-Optic Fixed Retail Scanner

The Datalogic Magellan 9550i is a fixed bi-optic scanner engineered for high-volume retail checkout and point-of-sale environments. Its 2D digital imaging engine reads both linear and 2D barcode symbologies—UPC, EAN, Code 128, Code 39, QR Code, Data Matrix, and PDF417—without requiring operator angle adjustment or barcode reorientation. This design eliminates scan-retry cycles that reduce cashier throughput and increase customer wait times on busy lanes.

Key Features

  • Bi-Optic 2D Digital Imaging: Captures 1D and 2D codes in a single omnidirectional read window. Reduces checkout friction by eliminating barcode-rotation fumbling.
  • GS1 Digital Link Support: Reads emerging Digital Link codes for enhanced product information and inventory traceability without secondary scanning hardware.
  • Multiple Symbologies: Decodes UPC-A, EAN, Code 128, Code 39, QR Code, Data Matrix, and PDF417 in one device—simplifies checkout line compatibility across mixed product catalogs.
  • USB and RS-232 Connectivity: Dual wired interfaces integrate into legacy and modern POS terminals without proprietary adapters or software translation layers.
  • Drop, Thermal, and Surge Resistance: Withstands accidental counter drops, thermal shock cycles (typical in busy retail environments), and electrical surges from adjacent equipment—reduces replacement costs from mechanical shock failures.
  • Compact Countertop Footprint: 305 × 216 × 406 mm (12.0 × 8.5 × 16.0 in), 6.4 kg (14.0 lb)—fits standard checkout counter and platter-mount configurations without redesign.
  • Fixed Mounting Design: Eliminates handheld scanner charging, battery management, and loss/theft overhead—pure wired operation in high-traffic retail POS.
  • 1-Year Limited Warranty with Factory Support: Manufacturer warranty covers defects and includes direct factory support for integration troubleshooting.

The 9550i is purpose-built for retailers seeking to modernize checkout automation without replacing entire POS infrastructure. Its fixed-mount architecture and bi-optic optical path reduce operational friction—cashiers scan once, in any orientation, and move to the next item. For retailers running mixed 1D/2D barcode inventories (legacy UPC codes alongside newer Digital Link QR variants), the 9550i unifies decoding in hardware, eliminating the need for separate 1D and 2D scanners at each checkout.

Deployment in high-traffic retail environments—supermarkets, big-box retailers, pharmacy checkouts—benefits from the scanner's durability rating against drops and thermal cycling. Unlike handheld scanners, fixed bi-optic units accumulate no cable wear from daily hand manipulation and require no charging discipline from staff. The trade-off is reduced flexibility for price checks or in-aisle scanning; if your retail operations demand mobile scanning alongside checkout, a hybrid approach (fixed primary scanner plus wireless handheld secondary) may be necessary.

The 9550i integrates via USB or RS-232 into virtually all modern POS terminals and mid-market checkout management systems (Verifone, NCR, Ingenico, local custom POS builds, etc.). Ethernet connectivity on some configurations enables network-based configuration and scanning-event logging to centralized POS management platforms. Before procurement, verify your POS system documentation confirms USB, RS-232, or Ethernet input compatibility; some legacy terminals may require serial-to-USB bridge adapters or custom driver support.

Total cost of ownership favors fixed bi-optic deployments over handheld fleets in stationary checkout environments. Elimination of battery charging infrastructure, loss/theft replacement cycles, and handheld-scanner repair overhead compounds across multi-terminal retail locations. A 12-terminal supermarket checkout line equipped with the 9550i avoids the annual maintenance and replacement burden of 12 handheld barcode scanners, translating to measurable staff time and capex savings over a 3-5 year deployment cycle.

Karl Wilson
Karl Wilson
Perspective based on aggregated IP Security Depot and affiliated engineering team experience.

We've deployed the Magellan 9550i across grocery chains, pharmacies, and specialty retailers where checkout throughput and barcode format diversity drive hardware selection. The real differentiator is the bi-optic optical design—cashiers stop fumbling with barcode orientation, scan once regardless of label angle, and move forward. In our experience, eliminating the "rotate-and-retry" cycle shaves 2-3 seconds per item in high-traffic lanes, which compounds dramatically across hundreds of transactions per day. The 9550i's 2D digital imaging engine also positions retailers ahead of GS1 Digital Link adoption; as suppliers begin encoding product and logistics data in QR codes on packaging, the 9550i reads those codes natively without separate decoder hardware. The durability specs—drop-rated, thermal-shock resistant, surge-protected—reflect retail reality: checkouts are high-stress mechanical environments. We've seen countless handheld scanner fleets destroyed by accidental drops and thermal cycling from ambient retail floor temperatures. Fixed scanners avoid that wear pattern entirely.

Technical Highlights:

  • 2D Digital Imaging Sensor: Captures 1D and 2D barcode images in a single omnidirectional read window, eliminating operator angle dependencies. In practice, reduces checkout scanning errors and retry cycles by 30-40% versus single-axis fixed-beam scanners.
  • GS1 Digital Link Compatibility: Reads QR and Data Matrix codes encoded with GS1 Digital Link standards for product information and supply-chain traceability. Future-proofs your checkout automation as suppliers migrate away from linear UPC-only labels.
  • USB and RS-232 Dual Connectivity: USB for modern POS terminals, RS-232 for legacy systems—no proprietary protocol translation layer required. Works immediately on standard POS interfaces without middleware or firmware customization.
  • Drop, Thermal, Surge Durability Rating: Withstands accidental drops from counter height, thermal shock from ambient retail floor cycles, and electrical surges from adjacent equipment. Eliminates the replacement cost overhead of handheld scanner fleets in busy retail environments.
  • Fixed Countertop Mount Form Factor: Eliminates battery charging management, loss/theft inventory, and handheld device lifecycle costs. Zero battery downtime; pure wired operation with no daily staff discipline required.

Deployment Considerations:

  • Bi-optic read window is optimized for standard barcode label sizes (UPC-A, EAN-13, QR codes on standard product packaging). Non-standard label formats (micro-QR on small items, distorted/damaged barcodes) may require operator intervention or secondary scanning—test label samples before full checkout rollout.
  • USB and RS-232 are wired-only protocols; the 9550i is not suited for mobile or in-aisle scanning. If your retail operations require price checks or product lookup away from the checkout counter, deploy the 9550i as primary checkout scanner and add a separate handheld or mobile device for secondary use cases.
  • Counter-mount orientation and cable routing require planning during POS renovation or retrofit. The 6.4 kg (14 lb) unit needs stable countertop placement or integrated platter-mount cutouts to prevent tipping under cashier scanning motion. Coordinate with your POS systems integrator on mounting torque and cable run specifications.
  • Verify your POS terminal or checkout management system explicitly supports USB or RS-232 scanner input. Some legacy systems may require serial-to-USB bridge hardware or vendor-provided driver updates; confirm compatibility before procurement to avoid integration delays.
  • The Datalogic 9550i integrates cleanly with most mid-market and enterprise POS platforms (Verifone, NCR, Ingenico, Micros/Oracle, local custom builds). If you operate a niche or proprietary checkout system, request a compatibility statement from your POS vendor before ordering.

The 9550i is the right choice for multi-terminal retail operations seeking to reduce checkout friction, eliminate handheld scanner fleet maintenance overhead, and prepare for GS1 Digital Link code adoption. For retailers managing high customer throughput and mixed 1D/2D barcode inventories, the bi-optic design and durability rating deliver measurable operational efficiency gains over time. Explore the full Datalogic catalog for complementary mobile computing and scanning solutions.

Specifications
Series / Family: Magellan 9550i
Product Type: Bi-Optic Fixed Retail Scanner
Scan Type: Digital Imaging Bi-Optic with GS1 2D Digital Link
Connectivity: USB, RS-232
Weight: 6.4 kg (14.0 lb)
Dimensions: 305 × 216 × 406 mm (12.0 × 8.5 × 16.0 in)
Warranty: ............................................................................................................................................xii
Scan Engine: 2D
Symbologies: QR Code; Data Matrix; PDF417; Code 128; Code 39; UPC; EAN
Interface: USB; RS-232; Ethernet
Audio: Indications .....................................................................................................................402
Power Supply: ....................................................................................................................................21
Symbologies 1D: ................................................................................................................................24
Symbologies 2D: ................................................................................................................................24
Display: Clearance .....................................................................................................................31
Upc: -A .........................................................................................................................239
Connector Type: Hardware RJ45, 10 Position .................................................................................405
scan_engine: 2D
product_type: Handheld Scanner
Power_Supply: ....................................................................................................................................21
Symbologies_1D: Code 128; Code 39; UPC; EAN
Symbologies_2D: QR Code; Data Matrix; PDF417
Connector_Type: Hardware RJ45, 10 Position .................................................................................405
Length: 16.0 in
Compatible With: high-performance
Screen Size: 16.0 in
Type: 9550i Bi-Optic Fixed Retail Scanner
Scan_Engine: 2D Digital Imaging
Scanner_Type: Fixed Bi-Optic
Scan_Pattern: Bi-optic
Drop_Spec: Drop-tested; thermal shock and electrical surge resistant
Form_Factor: Fixed Countertop / Platter Mount
Product_Type: Handheld Scanner / Fixed Bi-Optic Retail Scanner
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