Honeywell 1960HSR-5USB-N Xenon XP 1952g Area Imager Scanner
The Honeywell 1960HSR-5USB-N is a handheld area imager barcode scanner built on the Xenon XP 1952g platform. It captures both 1D (linear) and 2D (QR, Data Matrix, Aztec) barcodes across a 2.5 to 50.8 cm (1 to 20 inch) working range—close enough for small inventory bin labels, far enough to read shipping carton codes without repositioning. Dual Bluetooth 4.2 and USB connectivity lets you deploy this as a wireless mobile scanner for picking operations or tether it to a fixed point-of-sale terminal via USB. IP65 environmental protection and a 2.0 m (6.5 ft) drop rating make this scanner tough enough for concrete warehouse floors, loading docks, and manufacturing environments.
Key Features
- IP65 environmental rating: Dust and splash protection mean you avoid downtime from moisture seeping into electronics on wet docks or in high-humidity refrigerated environments. Not submersion-rated—keep it out of standing water or full immersion.
- 2.0 m (6.5 ft) drop rating: Accidental drops from pick carts and workbenches are routine in warehouses. This rating prevents costly device replacement after a fall onto concrete, extending device lifespan and reducing total cost of ownership across a fleet.
- 1D/2D area imager capture: A single snapshot decodes linear barcodes, QR codes, and 2D matrix symbols. No need for separate linear and 2D scanners in mixed-barcode environments—simplifies inventory and training.
- Bluetooth 4.2 wireless and USB wired modes: Deploy as cordless for mobility—workers pick items across warehouse zones without a tether—or wire to a stationary POS cradle for always-on charging and permanent station operation. Switch between modes without device swaps.
- AI Detection analytics framework support: The 1960HSR-5USB-N integrates with Honeywell's AI Detection system, allowing on-device logic to flag misread codes, confirm capture success, and trigger alerts without waiting for cloud processing. Reduces latency in high-volume pick operations where speed is critical.
- 0.32 lbs lightweight design: Comfortable for all-shift handheld use. Reduces operator fatigue on long picking or audit runs, lowering error rates caused by tired hands.
- Operating temperature 0° to 50°C (32° to 122°F): Handles freezer environments in food distribution and cold-chain logistics without performance loss. Avoid sustained exposure above 50°C to prevent thermal shutdown.
Integration & Compatibility
As a genuine Honeywell OEM device, the 1960HSR-5USB-N maintains full compatibility with barcode scanners in the Xenon XP family, Honeywell firmware updates, and enterprise mobility management (EMM) configurations. Pairing with Honeywell device management platforms ensures consistent capture parameters across fleet deployments, reducing troubleshooting and support overhead in warehouse networks.
Deployment Scenarios
- Warehouse inventory and receiving: Fast 1D/2D barcode reads for inbound ASN matching and putaway verification. Bluetooth wireless operation eliminates trips back to fixed scan stations, speeding throughput.
- Retail point-of-sale and self-checkout: USB wired mode at fixed terminals ensures always-available power and continuous network connection. AI Detection catches checkout failures and misreads in real time.
- Healthcare specimen and patient tracking: Indoor lighting environments benefit from the imager's adaptability to fluorescent and LED conditions. IP65 moisture resistance is essential in clinical and laboratory settings.
- Field service asset tagging: Wireless Bluetooth operation for technicians capturing serial numbers, maintenance records, and job-site inventory without returning to a vehicle.
- Manufacturing quality and shipping verification: Rugged drop rating survives factory floor tumbles. IP65 tolerates coolant spray and ambient dust on assembly lines and packaging areas.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does the 1960HSR-5USB-N read both 1D and 2D barcodes?
A: Yes. The area imager engine captures linear barcodes (UPC, Code 128, Code 39), QR codes, Data Matrix, and other 2D symbologies in a single snapshot. No separate scanner needed for mixed-barcode operations.
Q: Can I use the 1960HSR-5USB-N in a cold storage environment?
A: Yes. It operates reliably between 0° to 50°C (32° to 122°F), making it suitable for freezer and refrigerated warehouse sections. Keep it within this range to avoid thermal shutdown.
Q: What happens if the 1960HSR-5USB-N gets dropped on a concrete floor?
A: The 2.0 m (6.5 ft) drop rating is designed to withstand accidental falls from typical work heights—pick carts, workbenches, shelving. Impacts from greater heights or repeated drops may cause damage.
Q: Can I switch between Bluetooth wireless and USB wired modes on the same device?
A: Yes. The 1960HSR-5USB-N supports both Bluetooth 4.2 and USB connectivity, so you can deploy it wireless for mobile picking or wire it to a POS terminal without swapping hardware.
Q: Is the 1960HSR-5USB-N submersion-rated?
A: No. IP65 covers dust and splash protection but not full immersion. Keep it out of standing water and wet environments to protect the electronics.
Q: Does the 1960HSR-5USB-N support on-device analytics?
A: Yes. It integrates with Honeywell's AI Detection framework, allowing on-device logic to validate reads and flag errors without cloudside processing, reducing latency in high-volume operations.
Ted PerryPerspective based on aggregated IP Security Depot and affiliated engineering team experience.
The 1960HSR-5USB-N is a straight-ahead area imager built for high-throughput warehouse and retail environments where mixed-barcode symbologies and drop resilience matter. The 2.0 m drop rating is a genuine advantage over lighter handheld scanners—it absorbs the reality of warehouse work without constant replacement cycles. IP65 keeps moisture out of the electronics, so it won't fail after a few shifts on a wet dock.
Technical Highlights:
- 2.5–50.8 cm working range (1–20 inches): Close-range depth is enough for small label reads on bins; far-range capability eliminates the need to reposition for carton codes. This flexibility cuts scan cycles per pallet.
- Dual Bluetooth 4.2 + USB: Wireless for mobility-heavy operations (picking, counting); USB for fixed POS stations. No device swap required—same 1960HSR-5USB-N works both ways, reducing inventory complexity.
- AI Detection framework integration: On-device validation of reads eliminates the latency of round-trip cloud processing. In high-speed conveyor or pick-to-light environments, even 100 ms matters.
- IP65 + 2.0 m drop rating: Concrete floors, moisture, accidental drops—this scanner is built to absorb warehouse reality without premature failure.
Deployment Considerations:
- IP65 is splash and dust protection, not submersion. If you need to hose down equipment or work around standing water, plan for different hardware or protective housings.
- Operating range tops out at 50.8 cm. If you need to read codes from shipping racks at 3+ feet distance, consider a fixed-mount area imager in a higher-range variant instead.
- Bluetooth pairs quickly, but in high-interference RF environments (metal racks, dense wireless networks), test pairing stability before rolling out to a large fleet.
The 1960HSR-5USB-N makes sense for mid-to-high-volume picking, receiving, and POS operations where drop resilience and mixed symbology support directly reduce labor friction and scanning errors. If your operation is entirely fixed-station (checkout counters) or requires extreme range (shipping dock racking), explore stationary or longer-range variants from the Honeywell portfolio.
