Honeywell 1960GHD-2USB-N RB Xenon XP Dual-Connectivity Dock

Honeywell 1960GHD-2USB-N RB Xenon XP Dual-Connectivity Dock

Overview

The Honeywell 1960GHD-2USB-N RB is a dual-mode connectivity dock purpose-built for the Xenon XP 1952g area imager. It pairs hardwired USB with wireless Bluetooth 4.2, letting you deploy the same scanner across fixed workstations and mobile operations without hardware swaps. This eliminates the cost and operational friction of maintaining separate scanner fleets for docked versus handheld workflows—a real concern in distribution centers and warehouses where roles shift between receiving, picking, and inventory management throughout the day.

Key Features

• USB + Bluetooth 4.2 Dual Connectivity: USB provides zero-latency, power-managed operation at stationary checkout or receiving stations; Bluetooth 4.2 enables untethered picking, packing, and field asset tracking. The same 1960GHD-2USB-N RB dock supports both modes, eliminating procurement complexity and training overhead when deploying across mixed fixed-and-mobile environments.
• IP65 Environmental Sealing: Dust and water-spray resistance protect against hose-downs on loading docks, moisture in chilled areas, and cardboard dust. This is real-world warehouse survivability—not full submersion protection, but sufficient for wet environments short of direct high-pressure spray or splashing in cold-storage operations.
• 2-Meter Drop Tolerance (6.5 ft): Rated for concrete impact at waist height, which covers typical warehouse handling: scanners dropped on hard floors, sliding off conveyor edges, or knocked off pack benches. Surviving a 2 m drop cuts capital replacement costs and avoids the downtime of repair cycles.
• Lightweight Portable Form Factor (0.32 lbs): Low weight reduces operator hand fatigue during 8–10-hour picking shifts and simplifies repositioning between fixed stations. Does not strain mobile carts or portable workstations, a factor when every ounce matters in repetitive-motion environments.
• Operating Temperature Range 0–50°C (32–122°F): Supports climate-controlled distribution centers and lightly cooled outdoor loading docks. Not rated for deep-freeze environments (<0°C) or high-heat zones (>50°C) such as unshaded exterior lots or spaces near process heating equipment. Verify your dock/warehouse environment before deployment.
• Working Range 2.5–50.8 cm (1–20 in): Optimal scan distance spans from close-proximity label capture (returns processing, small parcel barcodes) to arm's-length scanning (case labels on conveyor belts). This range supports both tabletop and standing-height workflows without scanner repositioning.
• Area Imager 1D/2D Barcode Detection: The Xenon XP 1952g engine integrated with this dock decodes standard linear barcodes (UPC, Code 128) and 2D codes (QR, Data Matrix, PDF417), reducing manual keyboard fallbacks and speeding exception handling on damaged or low-contrast labels.

Integration & Compatibility

The 1960GHD-2USB-N RB (often searched as 1960GHD 2USB N RB) is a genuine Honeywell accessory designed exclusively for the Xenon XP 1952g scanner. Using the OEM dock ensures electrical and mechanical compatibility, preserves scanner warranty coverage, and eliminates integration guesswork. IT teams deploying multiple scanners benefit from standardized procurement—one dock model simplifies spare parts inventory, technician training, and fleet-wide firmware updates. Dual-mode connectivity scales across warehouse zones: USB reduces latency and pairing overhead at high-transaction workstations (checkout, shipping), while Bluetooth untethers mobile workflows (picking, inventory audits, field service) without infrastructure changes.

Typical Deployment Scenarios

• Warehouse Receiving: USB-docked at the dock door for high-throughput inbound label capture and inventory intake. Same dock and scanner pair with Bluetooth for spot-check variance investigations or damage assessments.
• Order Picking & Packing: Wireless Bluetooth operation for picking lines and pack stations; dock at the pack station to upload batch data and manage battery cycles between shifts.
• Field Service & Asset Tracking: Untethered Bluetooth for technicians verifying equipment serial numbers, managing tool inventory, or capturing on-site delivery confirmations without returning to a fixed station.
• Returns & Reverse Logistics: Fixed USB connection for high-velocity reverse-flow processing; same dock supports Bluetooth for roaming audits of returned-goods staging areas.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does the 1960GHD-2USB-N RB work with scanners other than the Xenon XP 1952g?

A: No. This dock is engineered exclusively for the Xenon XP 1952g area imager. Using a third-party dock or adapter risks compatibility issues and voids the scanner's warranty. Deploy the manufacturer-matched dock to preserve electrical integration and support coverage.

Q: What is the Bluetooth range of the 1960GHD-2USB-N RB?

A: Bluetooth 4.2 typical range is 50–100 meters in open space, though warehouse walls, metal racks, and dense inventory reduce effective range. For fixed picking zones or adjacent pack stations, range is sufficient; for sprawling outdoor yards, verify coverage before deployment.

Q: Can I use the dock in a freezer or outdoor unheated dock?

A: The 1960GHD-2USB-N RB operates from 0–50°C. Deep-freeze (<0°C) and extreme-heat (>50°C) environments are outside specification. For cold-storage or sun-exposed outdoor zones, consult Honeywell on alternative configurations or environmental housings.

Q: Is the dock IP65-rated for washdown?

A: IP65 provides dust and water-spray resistance suitable for wet loading docks and moisture-prone areas. It does not protect against full submersion, sustained high-pressure spray, or steam environments. Confirm your washdown process matches IP65 limits before purchasing.

Q: What power input does the 1960GHD-2USB-N RB require?

A: The dock is powered via standard USB connection when deployed in docked mode. When operating wirelessly via Bluetooth, the Xenon XP 1952g scanner operates on its own battery—no separate dock power is required for Bluetooth operation.

Q: Will dropping the dock void warranty?

A: The 2-meter (6.5 ft) drop rating indicates design robustness for typical warehouse handling. A drop within specification should not void warranty; however, visibly damaged or non-functional units should be inspected and replaced under warranty. Document the incident if a drop-related failure occurs.

Ted Perry

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

The 1960GHD-2USB-N RB is a workhorse accessory that solves a real warehouse integration problem: eliminating the need to maintain two scanner fleets. Most operations deploy docked scanners at stationary checkpoints and handheld units in the aisles—different hardware, different procurement lines, different spare parts inventory. This dock folds both roles into one, provided you commit to the Xenon XP 1952g ecosystem.

Technical Highlights:

• Dual Connectivity (USB + Bluetooth 4.2): USB mode locks latency and power management at high-transaction zones; Bluetooth untethers mobile workflows. No mode switching or repairing required—the scanner and dock handle the transition seamlessly. In a 50,000 sq ft warehouse with 20–30 scanning touchpoints, this cuts procurement SKUs and training time by half.
• IP65 Sealing at 0.32 lbs: Environmental protection without the weight penalty is critical for fatigue-prone picking roles. A heavier dock forces repositioning and increases hand-carried strain; at 0.32 lbs, the 1960GHD-2USB-N RB stays portable while surviving dock-area hose-downs and chilled-zone moisture. IP65 is not IP67—confirm your wet processes stay below sustained spray.
• 2 m Drop Rating into Concrete: This is hardened design, not just spec padding. Dock workers drop equipment constantly. A 2 m (6.5 ft) tolerance means a dropped dock is likely to survive; a dock that doesn't meet this threshold becomes a recurring capital and downtime liability.

Deployment Considerations:

• Bluetooth range degrades in metal-racked warehouses and high-RF environments (WiFi, RF-gun networks). Run a pre-deployment site survey in your primary picking zones—100 m open-air range shrinks to 30–50 m in dense vertical racking.
• Operating temperature floor is 0°C—cold-storage operations (including near-dock freezer zones) may see dock failures or Bluetooth dropouts. Verify your environment before committing to 20+ units.
• This dock is Xenon XP 1952g-only. Do not assume backward or forward compatibility with other Honeywell scanners. If you have mixed scanner fleet, standardize on the 1952g or maintain separate dock models.

The 1960GHD-2USB-N RB is the right choice for mid-scale warehouse operations (100–500 daily scanning transactions across receiving, picking, and audit workflows) where eliminating hardware duplication saves real money and training burden. For single-use-case deployments (receive-only, pick-only), a dedicated single-mode dock may be cheaper; for ultra-high-volume or extreme-environment sites, verify temperature and Bluetooth range assumptions before scaling beyond a pilot zone.