PDC550 Series Pocket 2D Data Collector
Compact Power for Mobile Inventory and Verification

Mobilizing Data Accuracy: Value on the Go, Reimagined

The PDC550 Series is a pocket-size 2D data collector for mobile inventory counts, price checks, and verification. It sits between simple one-way barcode scanners and larger mobile computers: an LCD screen and 1MB of memory in a 100 x 43 x 27 mm body, connecting by Bluetooth to iOS, Android, Windows, and Mac devices.
Scan directly to your device in real time, or switch to storage scan to save scans and enter quantities on the unit. This page covers the entry-level PDC5500K; for a longer reading range, contact us.
PDC550 Series pocket 2D data collector with LCD screen, angle view 1
PDC550 Series pocket 2D data collector with LCD screen, angle view 2
PDC550 Series pocket 2D data collector with LCD screen, angle view 3
PDC550 Series pocket 2D data collector with LCD screen, angle view 4
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Key Features: Essential Features for Enhanced Mobile Workflows

Keep Scanning Even Without a Signal

Storage scan saves scans in the built-in 1MB memory, enough for 65,000+ EAN-13 barcodes, so counting can continue when there is no connection.

Enter Quantities Right After Scanning

In storage mode, key in the quantity after each scan, which suits inventory counting. Real-time clock (RTC) is supported.

Check Every Scan on the Device

A backlit LCD (128 x 64 dots) gives on-device feedback, with menus in English, German, French, Spanish, and Japanese.

Paper Labels to QR Codes, One Scanner

The 2D engine reads common 1D codes plus PDF417, QR Code, DataMatrix, and Aztec, on paper labels and phone screens, with a best resolution of 4 mil Code 39.

Pairs with the Phones and Tablets You Have

Bluetooth v5.2 (Class 1) connects to iOS, Android, Windows, and Mac devices, up to 70~100 m line of sight (varies by environment).

Pocket-Size with Long Working Time

At 100 x 43 x 27 mm and 72 g, it fits in a pocket. One charge supports 10,000+ scans (4~5 hour charge time through Mini USB).

Technical Specifications

Model NamePDC5500K
DescriptionPocket Data Collector
Scan Engine2D Engine
Scan ModeDirect Scan & Storage Scan
Performance
Illumination ElementWhite LED
Aiming LEDRed Light : 625nm ± 3nm
LCD Panel (with Backlight)Dots: 128 x 64
Viewing Area: 32 x 25 mm
Depth of Field13mil EAN13: 210 mm
Best Resolution4 mil Code 39
Scan AngleTilt: 360° / Pitch: ±50° / Skew: ±50°
Print Contrast≥ 30%
IndicatorsLED & Beeper
ChargeMini USB Port
InterfaceBT Communication: HID or SPP Profile (for iOS / Android Devices)
Supported Symbologies1D: EAN-8, EAN-13, UPC-A, UPC-E, Code 39, Code 93, Code 128, Codabar, Interleaved 2 of 5, ISBN, GS1-128, MSI, GS1 Databar
2D: PDF417, QR Code, DataMatrix, Aztec
Electrical
Input Voltage5V/DC ± 5%
Operating Current550mA
Radio RangeBluetooth v5.2 (Class 1): Up to 70~100m Line of Sight (Range Varies by Environment)
RF Frequency2.4 GHz
CommunicationHID Profile, SPP Profile
Battery Type3.7V, 900mAh Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery Pack
Scans per ChargeMore Than 10,000 Scans When Fully Charged
Charge Time4 ~ 5 Hours
Memory Capacity1MB (Able to Save More Than 65,000 Sets EAN-13 Barcodes)
Power CableMini USB Cable
Physical
Dimensions (LxWxH)100 x 43 x 27 mm
Weight72g ± 5g
Environmental
Operating Temperature0°C to 50°C
Storage Temperature-10°C to 60°C
Operating Humidity5% to 95% Relative Humidity, Non-Condensing
Decode ZoneMeasured at 600 lux with standard barcodes (PCS ≥ 90%). Tolerance: ±10 mm. Actual DOF may vary by barcode quality and ambient factors.
4 mil Code 3950 ~ 115 mm
5 mil Code 3950 ~ 145 mm
13 mil EAN1360 ~ 210 mm

Applications & Benefits

MarketSpecific Use CaseBenefit
Retail
  • Price Look-Up (PLU) & Verification
  • Inventory Spot Checks
  • Mobile Point of Sale (mPOS) Item Scanning

Service on the Floor:
Sales associates can scan items anywhere on the floor with a pocket-size Bluetooth scanner, reducing reliance on fixed terminals.

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Warehousing
  • Cycle Counting of Small Parts
  • Stock Verification at Bin Location
  • Returns Processing

Inventory Accuracy:
The LCD, quantity entry, and storage scan mode support counting away from the host device, helping reduce counting errors.

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Logistics
  • Small Parcel Identification
  • Proof of Delivery (POD) Tracking
  • Asset Tracking for Equipment

Improved Traceability:
A pocket-size design lets drivers and couriers scan and verify items at the point of drop-off, and storage scan keeps scans in memory when no connection is available.

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Hospitality
  • Bar & Beverage Inventory Audits
  • Gift Shop Stock Management
  • Uniform/Equipment Asset Tracking

Efficient Asset Control:
Battery-powered and pocket-size, it suits counting and tracking assets away from a desk, supporting accountability and helping reduce loss.

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Healthcare
  • Patient ID Verification (Non-bedside)
  • Pharmacy Inventory
  • Small Medical Kit/Supply Tracking

Supply Tracking:
2D decoding supports tracking of pharmacy stock and medical supplies outside of critical bedside procedures.

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A Pocket-Size Data Collector for Mobile Inventory

The PDC550 Series puts key inventory-terminal functions, offline memory, quantity entry, and an LCD screen, into a pocket-size Bluetooth scanner. With scans available on the device and stored in memory, it can help reduce manual keying and data errors. For a longer reading range, contact us.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a barcode scanner store scans offline?
Yes. In storage scan mode, the PDC5500K saves scans in its built-in 1MB memory, which holds more than 65,000 EAN-13 barcodes. In direct scan mode it sends scans to the connected device over Bluetooth.

Does it work with iPhone, Android, and Windows devices?
Yes. It uses Bluetooth v5.2 (Class 1) with HID or SPP profile for iOS and Android devices, and also supports Windows and Mac devices. Range is up to 70~100 m line of sight and varies by environment.

Can I enter quantities while counting inventory?
Yes. In storage mode, you can key in the quantity after scanning a barcode.

How long does the battery last?
The 3.7V, 900mAh Li-Ion battery supports more than 10,000 scans per full charge, with a 4~5 hour charge time through the Mini USB port.

Which barcodes can it read, and from what distance?
It reads common 1D symbologies plus PDF417, QR Code, DataMatrix, and Aztec. Measured at 600 lux with standard barcodes, a 4 mil Code 39 reads from 50 to 115 mm, a 5 mil Code 39 from 50 to 145 mm, and a 13 mil EAN13 from 60 to 210 mm (tolerance ±10 mm). Need a longer reading range? Contact us.

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Related handheld scanners: BTH330 Series, BTH990 Series. For selection guidance, read Barcode Scanners for Retail: Matching the Right Device to the Right Task or Barcode Scanners for Warehouse and Logistics: What to Look For.

Ready to modernize your barcode workflows? Fill out the Inquiry Form and contact us today to discuss the right PDC550 configuration for your operation.

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