Honeywell Xenon XP 1950g corded handheld 2D barcode scanner with trigger handle

Honeywell Xenon XP 1950g 2D Barcode Scanner

KTI130010011950

Product Description

The Honeywell Xenon Extreme Performance (XP) 1950g is a corded handheld 2D area-imaging barcode scanner engineered for high-throughput retail checkout and commercial scanning environments.

Make/Brand: Honeywell
Model: Xenon XP 1950g
Scan Technology: Area Imager (1280 x 800 pixel array)
Motion Tolerance: Up to 400 cm/s (157 in/s) for 13 mil UPC barcodes at optimal focus
Scan Angles: Horizontal 48°, Vertical 30°
Skew / Pitch / Roll: ±65° Skew, ±45° Pitch, ±360° Roll
Print Contrast: 20% minimum reflectance difference
Symbology Support: Standard 1D, PDF417, 2D matrix (QR Code, Data Matrix, Aztec), Postal Digimarc, DOT Code, and OCR symbologies
Host Interfaces: USB HID Keyboard, USB Serial (COM emulation), Keyboard Wedge, RS-232, and RS485 (TGCS / IBM 46XX)
Operating Voltage & Power: 4.4V DC to 5.5V DC; 2.5W (500 mA @ 5V DC)
Environmental Sealing: IP52 rated against dust and vertical water ingress
Drop Specification: Engineered to withstand 50 drops from 1.8 m (6 ft) to concrete and 2,000 tumbles from 0.5 m (1.6 ft)
Operating Temperature: 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F)

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Product Details
Available Brands	Honeywell
Unit	Numbers
HSN Code	84716050
Weight	0.16 kg
Dimension	L 9.9 x W 6.4 x H 16.5 cm cm ft in m
Warranty	6 Months No-Onsite Warranty
Tags/categories	Automation Office Automation Solutions Bar Code Solutions
Standards	IS/IEC 60529

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About this product .

The Honeywell Xenon Extreme Performance (XP) 1950g is purpose-built for high-volume retail, warehousing, and commercial transactions where decode speed and transaction throughput are mission critical. Built around an advanced 1280 x 800 pixel area-imaging sensor, it captures high-density 1D and 2D barcodes instantaneously, even when printed poorly, wrinkled, smudged, or displayed on low-brightness smartphone screens.
Equipped with an optical system offering up to 400 cm/s (157 in/s) motion tolerance on standard UPC codes, the scanner enables cashiers and operators to pass items across the field of view without hesitating. Wide scanning angles of 48° horizontal and 30° vertical, paired with a print contrast requirement as low as 20%, provide flexible reading across diverse label geometries.
Constructed for rugged commercial environments, the housing achieves an IP52 environmental sealing rating against dust entry and vertically dripping liquids. Its mechanical resilience is certified to withstand 50 drops to concrete from 1.8 meters (6 feet) and over 2,000 continuous 0.5-meter tumbles, minimizing equipment downtime and total cost of ownership.
The unit supports comprehensive host interfacing including USB HID keyboard emulation, USB virtual COM, traditional RS-232, keyboard wedge, and IBM/TGCS 46XX over RS-485. Centralized deployment and operational visibility are supported through Honeywell Scanner Management Utility (SMU) and Honeywell Operational Intelligence analytics software.
Auditory and visual feedback mechanisms include high-visibility good-decode LEDs, rear-facing status LEDs, and an adjustable tone/volume beeper to assure operators of successful reads in noisy retail or back-office conditions. Routine upkeep requires only periodic cleaning of the optical exit window with non-abrasive optical wipes to maintain peak image resolution.

Product Information .

Industries, Factories Shopping Malls, Showrooms Refineries Chemical Plants Production Floors

Host System, Symbology, and Enterprise Architecture Compatibility

Host System Interface Compatibility

The Honeywell Xenon Extreme Performance (XP) 1950g corded handheld scanner provides broad multi-interface support designed for direct integration into diverse enterprise architectures, legacy point-of-sale systems, and industrial data terminals. The scanner hardware natively supports direct USB connectivity, RS-232 serial interfaces, Keyboard Wedge implementations, and RS485 communications supporting TGCS (IBM) 46XX protocols.

For standard workstation, point-of-sale, and industrial PC integration, the packaged direct-attach USB communication cable enables immediate host deployment. System administrators can configure the unit for USB HID Keyboard emulation to provide direct keystroke entry into inventory and ERP applications, or select USB Serial (virtual COM port emulation) for dedicated two-way data streaming and software-controlled command processing.

Symbology and Optical Decoding Support

Equipped with an area imager containing a 1280 x 800 pixel array sensor, the Xenon XP 1950g delivers omnidirectional decoding across a comprehensive range of optical data formats across paper, plastic substrates, and electronic displays:

1D Barcodes: Standard linear barcodes, including 13 mil UPC codes with motion tolerance rated up to 400 cm/s (157 in/s) at optimal focus.
2D Matrix Symbologies: High-density and standard two-dimensional formats including QR Code, Data Matrix, and Aztec.
Stacked and Specialized Formats: PDF417, DOT Code, and specialized Postal symbologies.
Advanced Data Capture: Postal Digimarc watermarking decoding and Optical Character Recognition (OCR) symbologies.

The optical system features a 48° horizontal and 30° vertical scan angle (across Standard Range and High Density configurations), tolerating print contrast reflectance differences down to 20%. Decoding tolerance covers ±360° roll, ±45° pitch, and ±65° skew, enabling reliable barcode acquisition on curved, poorly printed, or damaged packaging, as well as digital barcodes displayed on smartphone screens.

Enterprise Management and Software Integration

The Xenon XP 1950g integrates directly into automated enterprise management platforms to streamline fleet maintenance and scanner deployment:

Honeywell Scanner Management Utility (SMU): Facilitates automated firmware updates, configuration cloning, and parameter rollouts across workstations from a central administrative console.
Honeywell Operational Intelligence: Connects barcode capture workflows with cloud analytics to deliver real-time operational insights, track transaction activity, and monitor scanner utilization.

Electrical and Hardware Interface Architecture

The corded scanner connects via a detachable modular interface cable inserted into the base of the handle, retained by a mechanical locking clip mechanism with a dedicated release port for field servicing. The scanner operates on an input voltage rating of 4.4V DC to 5.5V DC with a nominal operating power consumption of 2.5W (500 mA @ 5V DC), enabling direct bus-powered operation from standard host USB ports without secondary power supplies.

Hardware Setup, Host Interfacing, and Enterprise Deployment

Modular Cable Connection and Physical Setup

The Honeywell Xenon Extreme Performance (XP) 1950g corded handheld area-imaging scanner is engineered for direct integration into industrial automation stations, commercial retail checkouts, and logistics data processing benches. Physical setup begins by connecting the direct-attach interface cable to the modular connector port located at the base of the scanner handle.

Align the modular RJ-style connector on the supplied USB cable with the socket at the base of the 1950g handle and press firmly inward until the internal locking clip mechanism audibly clicks into place. This mechanical retention latch prevents accidental cable disconnection during active handheld handling or repetitive pulling across checkout counters. If cable removal is required for maintenance or interface changes, insert a small pin or paperclip into the cable release port adjacent to the interface socket to depress the locking clip while gently pulling the cable free.

Electrical Interfacing and Host Connection

The corded Xenon XP 1950g is a bus-powered device that draws power directly from the host system interface. It requires an operational input voltage between 4.4V DC and 5.5V DC, with a rated operating power consumption of 2.5W (drawing 500 mA at 5V DC).

Power Off Host: Power down the computer, point-of-sale (POS) terminal, or host controller before mating interface cables if required by host protocol guidelines.
Cable Connection: Insert the host-side USB connector directly into an available high-power USB Type-A port on the host system or industrial PC.
Multi-Interface Support: While supplied with a standard USB interface cable, the Xenon XP 1950g platform contains multi-interface electronics capable of supporting RS-232, Keyboard Wedge, and RS485 supporting TGCS (IBM) 46XX protocols when equipped with the appropriate manufacturer interface cables.
Power Initialization: Power on the host terminal. The scanner initializes its internal 1280 x 800 pixel array sensor and signals successful power-up via its rear-view LEDs and internal beeper.

System Interface Configuration

The scanner communicates with the host system using multiple configurable emulation modes. By default, connection via the USB cable defaults to USB HID Keyboard mode, translating decoded barcode symbologies into direct keyboard keystrokes on the host screen without requiring custom host-side driver installations.

If the host application requires virtual serial communications, scan the appropriate USB Serial (COM port emulation) programming barcode from the configuration manual. When switching between host protocols or resolving improper host recognition issues, scan the factory default USB Keyboard (HID) programming barcode to reset the digital communication pipe.

Operational Environment and Optical Alignment

When stationing the Xenon XP 1950g at fixed workstations, automated conveyor drop points, or manual scanning stations, verify that environmental parameters fall within the manufacturer limits:

Operational Parameter	Specification / Rating
Operating Temperature	0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F)
Storage Temperature	-40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F)
Operating Humidity	0% to 95% Relative Humidity (non-condensing)
Ingress Protection	IEC 60529 IP52 (dust and vertically dripping water)
Ambient Light Immunity	0 to 100,000 lux (total darkness to direct sunlight)
Horizontal Scan Field	48°
Vertical Scan Field	30°
Motion Tolerance	Up to 400 cm/s (157 in/s) for 13 mil UPC at optimal focus

To optimize decode rates on high-gloss packages, curved labels, or cellophane-wrapped items, position the target within the scanner's operational decode envelope: roll tolerance of ±360°, pitch tolerance of ±45°, and skew tolerance of ±65°. Presenting barcodes at a slight angle prevents specular reflection from washing out the 1280 x 800 area imager.

Automated Utility Configuration and Verification

For scalable fleet rollouts across multiple logistics lanes or automated processing lines, deploy the Honeywell Scanner Management Utility (SMU). SMU allows system administrators to create unified scanner configuration profiles, automate firmware updates, and distribute interface settings across multiple Xenon XP 1950g units from a central workstation. Real-time scanning telemetry can be monitored by integrating the scanners with Honeywell Operational Intelligence software.

Verify operational readiness by scanning test 1D or 2D matrix symbologies (such as UPC, QR Code, or Data Matrix). Confirmation of a valid scan is immediately confirmed via the integrated Good Decode LEDs, rear-view status LEDs, and an audible tone from the beeper (which features adjustable tone and volume levels), with optional tactile vibration feedback signaling successful capture.

Preventative Maintenance, Optical Care, and Diagnostics for Honeywell Xenon XP 1950g

Optical Window Care and Surface Cleaning

The optical imaging window directly protects the internal 1280 x 800 pixel array sensor. Smudges, airborne contaminants, and dust accumulation on this aperture can cause optical decode attenuation, leading to reduced read speeds or failure to decode high-density and damaged barcodes. Clean the optical exit window on a scheduled operational cycle using clean, non-abrasive optical tissues or lens-grade wipes lightly moistened with mild, alcohol-safe cleaning solutions.

Never apply liquid cleaners directly onto the scanner housing or optical lens. Avoid abrasive cloths, dry wipes containing coarse particulate matter, or harsh solvents that could degrade the optical clarity or etch the transparent window surface. Clean using gentle, circular motions from the center of the aperture outward to eliminate lint and streaks.

Environmental Sealing and Enclosure Upkeep

The Honeywell Xenon Extreme Performance 1950g housing (available in Black and Lyric White finishes) is engineered to meet IEC 60529 IP52 ingress protection standards, safeguarding internal electronics against dust penetration and vertically dripping water. While the enclosure withstands 50 drops from 1.8 m (6 ft) to concrete and 2,000 tumbles from 0.5 m (1.6 ft), routine physical inspections should verify the integrity of the housing seam lines, trigger travel, and window perimeter.

Wipe down external surfaces using a damp cloth wrung free of excess liquid to maintain compliance with IP52 limitations. Do not submerge the 160 g unit or expose it to pressurized fluid streams. Verify that ambient conditions remain within the specified operating temperature span of 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F) and relative humidity levels between 0% and 95% non-condensing, especially in transitions from cold storage environments (-40°C to 70°C storage range).

Modular Interface Cable and Power Verification

The Xenon XP 1950g connects to host platforms via a detachable modular interface cable secured at the base of the handle with an internal locking clip mechanism. Periodic maintenance should include inspecting this connection for strain, terminal oxidation, or mechanical looseness.

Cable Removal and Reseating: To release the cable assembly, insert an unbent paperclip into the release pinhole adjacent to the base connector, compress the internal clip, and slide the modular jack free. Reinsert firmly until the retention clip clicks securely into place.
Electrical Supply Stability: Confirm that the host connection consistently delivers the required input voltage of 4.4V DC to 5.5V DC. Operating current draw requires 500 mA @ 5V DC (2.5W); insufficient host bus power can lead to intermittent restarts or failed reads.

Diagnostics, Operational Utilities, and Feedback Troubleshooting

Operational health can be monitored through the scanner's integrated user indicators, which feature Good Decode LEDs, rear-view LEDs, an adjustable-tone/adjustable-volume beeper, and optional vibration feedback. Centralized maintenance and automated firmware deployment should be managed through Honeywell Scanner Management Utility (SMU) alongside Honeywell Operational Intelligence scan analytics software.

Symptom	Root Cause	Corrective Action
No host communication via USB	Incorrect host interface profile or loose modular cable connection	Reseat modular cable retention clip; scan the default USB Keyboard (HID) programming barcode to re-establish host enumeration.
Slow decode rate on reflective surfaces	Specular reflection blinding the 1280 x 800 sensor array	Reorient scanner beam relative to barcode surface; maintain scan pitch within ±45° and skew within ±65° to avoid direct glare.
Hazy optical window or intermittent reads	Particulate contamination or oil film across exit window	Wipe window using a lint-free non-abrasive optical cloth with an alcohol-safe cleaner; inspect for optical obstruction.

Honeywell Xenon XP 1950g Industrial and Commercial Applications

The Honeywell Xenon Extreme Performance (XP) 1950g corded handheld 2D area-imaging barcode scanner is engineered to optimize scanning productivity across high-frequency transactional and data capture environments. Driven by a 1280 x 800 pixel array sensor and a high motion tolerance rated up to 400 cm/s (157 in/s) for 13 mil UPC barcodes, the unit accelerates operational workflows where throughput speed, read reliability, and host interface flexibility are essential.

High-Volume Retail Point-of-Sale (POS) Checkout

At busy cash wraps and point-of-sale terminals, checkout bottlenecks are commonly caused by poor-quality labels and reflective customer phone screens. The Xenon XP 1950g is optimized to decode standard merchandise 1D barcodes, high-density matrix codes, and digital barcodes displayed on smartphone displays with equal efficiency. Cashiers can scan coupons, digital loyalty passes, and payment codes directly from mobile devices without requiring auxiliary equipment.

Its optical assembly provides a 48° horizontal by 30° vertical scan angle alongside broad tolerance angles—±360° roll, ±45° pitch, and ±65° skew. Cashiers do not need to pause and align items precisely with the scanner lens, maintaining constant line throughput. The scanner reads codes down to a 20% minimum reflectance difference, resolving faded, smudged, or torn packaging labels that would otherwise require manual key entry.

Commercial Inventory Management and Light Warehousing

Facility stockrooms, light distribution centers, and commercial retail inventory rooms rely on the Xenon XP 1950g for rapid stock intake, cycle counting, and pick-and-pack operations. The device decodes diverse symbology profiles including PDF417, QR Code, Data Matrix, Aztec, Postal Digimarc, and DOT Code labels found across varied supply chain packaging.

High Motion Tolerance: 400 cm/s sweep capability facilitates fast, repetitive box and container scanning without scan engine hesitation.
Broad Optical Decoding: Handles damaged labels on corrugated shipping cartons, shrink wrap, and curved packaging surfaces.
Operational Illumination Range: Ambient light immunity from 0 lux (complete darkness) to 100,000 lux (direct outdoor sunlight) ensures decoding accuracy near loading bay doors and brightly lit staging areas.

Logistics Sorting and Front-Desk Parcel Processing

In mailrooms, parcel processing hubs, and front-desk logistics reception areas, operators must scan mixed parcel labels containing both 1D transit tracking bars, 2D routing codes, and OCR symbologies. The XP 1950g provides immediate operator feedback via configurable Good Decode LEDs, rear-view LEDs, an adjustable-tone and adjustable-volume beeper, and optional vibration feedback to confirm successful registration in noisy distribution environments.

Durability is critical in fast-paced sorting: the housing features an IP52 environmental sealing rating against dust entry and vertically falling water drops, paired with mechanical impact resilience rated to survive 50 drops to concrete from 1.8 m (6 ft) and 2,000 tumbles from 0.5 m (1.6 ft).

Host Integration in Enterprise and Legacy Systems

The scanner integrates cleanly into both updated automated data networks and legacy industrial terminal hardware. Multi-interface host communications support native USB HID keyboard and USB Serial configurations via direct-attach cabling, as well as Keyboard Wedge, RS-232, and RS485 supporting TGCS (IBM) 46XX protocols. Centralized fleet management is supported across multi-station deployments via Honeywell Scanner Management Utility (SMU) and Operational Intelligence analytics software.

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