The Honeywell 1472G is designed for in-store retail environments requiring a highly accurate 2D scanning solution in a durable form factor, the Voyager™ Extreme Performance (XP) 1472g cordless scanner delivers industryleading scanning capability on traditional barcodes and digital screens – even on damaged and difficult-to-read codes.
Honeywell Voyager 1472G 2D Bluetooth Barcode Scanner
Bluetooth Cordless
Scans: 1D, 2D, QR Codes
Interface: Bluetooth, USB Cable
Includes: Base Station and USB Cable
Warranty: 3 Years
HON 1472G2D-2USB-5-R
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R3,577.65 incl vat
Free Delivery: Available for all Gauteng orders.
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Everything You Need to Know About the Honeywell Voyager Extreme Performance 1472g Wireless Scanner
In fast-paced retail, warehousing, and healthcare environments, checkout bottlenecks and scanning delays directly impact customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. The Honeywell Voyager Extreme Performance (XP) 1472g is engineered specifically to eliminate these friction points. As a durable, highly accurate 2D cordless scanner, the 1472g combines freedom of movement with industry-leading scanning capabilities.
Whether you are looking to upgrade your point-of-sale (POS) system or need reliable barcode reading for inventory management, this article covers the key features, performance benefits, and ideal use cases of the Honeywell 1472g.
What Is the Honeywell Voyager XP 1472g?
The Honeywell Voyager XP 1472g is a wireless, general-duty 2D area-imaging scanner built on the platform of Honeywell’s iconic Voyager series. Designed for in-store retail workflows, light warehousing, and administrative logistics, the 1472g offers seamless Bluetooth mobility combined with extreme scanning accuracy.
Unlike traditional 1D laser scanners, the 1472g utilizes advanced area-imaging technology. This allows it to read 1D barcodes, standard 2D symbols (such as QR codes and Data Matrix), and digital barcodes displayed on smartphone screens.
Key Features of the Honeywell 1472g
1. Superior Cordless Mobility (Bluetooth Class 2)
Equipped with Bluetooth v4.2 (Class 2), the Honeywell 1472g provides up to 10 meters (33 feet) of line-of-sight wireless range from its communication base. This cordless design allows cashiers and store associate to easily scan bulky items directly in shopping carts without straining or repositioning hardware.
2. High-Precision 2D & Damaged Barcode Reading
Powered by Honeywell’s Extreme Performance (XP) scan engine, the 1472g easily reads:
- Poor-quality, faint, or smudged barcodes
- Damaged or crinkled product packaging
- Digital barcodes on mobile devices for coupons, loyalty programs, and digital tickets
- High-density barcodes with speed and accuracy
3. Extended Battery Life
Work interruptions due to dead scanner batteries slow down operations. The Honeywell 1472g features a long-lasting lithium-ion battery capable of up to 14 hours of continuous operation or up to 50,000 scans per full charge. A quick-charge system ensures minimal downtime.
4. Rugged, Retail-Ready Durability
Built to withstand the physical demands of daily commercial use, the 1472g offers robust protection specs:
- Drop Resistance: Engineered to survive 30 drops from 1.5 meters (5 feet) to concrete.
- Tumble Test: Tested to endure 1,000 tumbles at 0.5 meters (1.6 feet).
- IP42 Rating: Protected against light dust ingress and vertically dripping water.
5. Multi-Interface Compatibility & Easy Integration
The scanner base supports multiple host interfaces, including USB, Keyboard Wedge, RS-232, and IBM 46xx via RS485. Honeywell’s Operational Intelligence software and Scanner Management Utility (SMU) simplify remote management, firmware updates, and deployment across multiple locations.
| Radio/Range | 2.4 GHz to 2.5 GHz (ISM Band) Adaptive Frequency Hopping Bluetooth v4.2 30 m (98 ft) line of sight with Honeywell charger/communication base |
| Battery | 2400 mAh Li-ion minimum |
| Number of Scans | Up to 50,000 scans per charge |
| Expected Duration of Operation | 14 hours |
| Expected Charge Time | 4.5 hours |
| User Indicators | Good Decode LEDs, Rear View LEDs, Beeper (adjustable tone and volume) |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 62 mm x 173 mm x 82 mm |
| Charger/Communication Base | 132 mm x 102 mm x 81 mm |
| Scanner Weight | 210 g |
| Charger/Communication Base | 179 g |
| Operating Power (Charging) | Charger/ Communication Base: 179 g |
| Standby Power | Charger/Communication Base: 0.5 W (0.1A @ 5V) |
| Host System Interfaces | USB, Keyboard Wedge, RS-232, RS485 support for IBM 46xx (RS485) |
| Operating Temperature | Charging: 5°C to 40°C (41°F to 104°F) Non-Charging: 0°C to 50°C (23°F to 122°F) |
| Charger/Communication Base | Charging: 5°C to 40°C (41°F to 104°F) Non-Charging: 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F) |
| Storage Temperature: Scanner | For storage up to 90 days: -20°C to 35°C (-4°F to 95°F) For storage up to 1 year: -20°C to 20°C (-4°F to 68°F) Charger/Communication Base: -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) |
| Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) (Scanners and Cradles) | ±8 kV indirect coupling plane, ±15 kV direct air |
| Humidity | 0% to 95% relative humidity, non-condensing |
| Tumble Spec | 1,000 0.5 m (1.6 ft) tumbles (impacts) |
| Drop | Engineered to withstand 30 1.8 m (6 ft) drops to concrete |
| Environmental Sealing | IP42 |
| Light Levels | 0 to 100,000 lux (9,290 foot-candles) |
| Scan Pattern | Area Image (1040 x 720 pixel array) |
| Motion Tolerance | 70 cm/s (27.6 in/s) for 13 mil UPC at optimal focus |
| Scan Angle | Horizontal: 39.2° nominal Vertical: 27.4° nominal |
| Roll, Pitch, Skew | ±180°, ±65°, ±70° |
| Barcode Types | Reads standard 1D, PDF, 2D, and DotCode symbologies Note: Decode capabilities dependent on configuration. |
| Warranty | 3-year factory warranty |
| Note! | Specifications are subject to change without notice |
Frequently Asked Questions: Honeywell Voyager XP 1472g
Setup & Connectivity
Q: How do I pair the Honeywell 1472g scanner with its base station?
A: Simply place the scanner into the powered base cradle. The scanner will emit a brief two-tone upbeat chirp confirming that the Bluetooth connection to the base has been established. If it fails to link, scan the Unlink Scanner barcode from the quick start guide, re-dock the unit, and wait for the confirmation tone.
Q: Can I connect the 1472g directly to a tablet, smartphone, or laptop without the base?
A: Yes. The 1472g supports standard Bluetooth HID Keyboard profile as well as Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE). To connect directly to an iOS, Android, or Windows device, scan the Bluetooth HID Keyboard Connect barcode from the Honeywell manual and select the scanner in your host device’s Bluetooth settings.
Q: How do I force the scanner to output data as a Virtual COM / USB Serial port?
A: Scan the USB Serial programming barcode from the User Guide. Windows systems will typically require the official Honeywell Uni-Control / Honeywell Scanner USB Driver installed to assign the virtual COM port correctly.
Configuration & Customization
Q: How do I add an Enter (Carriage Return) or Tab key after every scan?
A: Scan the Add CR Suffix barcode to automatically append an “Enter” command after each scan. To add a tab, scan the Add Tab Suffix barcode. These barcodes can be found in the Suffix section of the Quick Start Guide.
Q: How do I reset the scanner back to factory default settings?
A: Scan the Standard Product Defaults barcode in the manual. This will wipe custom prefixes/suffixes, custom interface setups, and user configurations.
Q: Can I turn off the scanner’s scan beep or lower its volume?
A: Yes. The User Guide includes configuration barcodes for Beeper Volume (Off, Low, Medium, High) and Beeper Pitch.
Q: How do I remove a leading zero from scanned barcodes?
A: You can configure a custom Data Format using Honeywell’s E6 modifier command to strip initial characters or leading zeros before sending data to your POS software.
Battery & Power Management
Q: How do the LED indicators on the base station work?
A: The base indicator lights signal power and charging status:
- Flashing Green: Battery is actively charging.
- Solid Green: Scanner is fully charged.
- Solid Red: Base is connected and receiving power from the host system or external adapter.
- No Light: Scanner is improperly seated in the cradle, or the base is disconnected from power.
Q: How do I keep the scanner connected to Bluetooth when it is sitting in the charging base?
A: By default, placing the scanner in the cradle may alter link states. If you want the scanner to maintain an active Bluetooth link to a secondary host or maintain continuous communication while charging, program the base for Charge Only Mode using the corresponding manual barcode.
Troubleshooting
Q: Why does the scanner emit a “quacking” or error tone when scanning?
A: A razzing or “quacking” sound indicates that the scanner is not linked to its base or host device, so data cannot be transmitted. Re-dock the scanner into the base, verify the USB cable is firmly plugged in, or re-pair the scanner via Bluetooth.
Q: The laser/aimer lights up, but scanned data does not show up on my screen. How do I fix this?
A: Check the following steps:
- Ensure your active software program has a cursor focused inside a text input field.
- Scan the USB Keyboard (PC) barcode to make sure the scanner is sending standard keyboard keystrokes rather than expecting a COM port driver.
- If data is transmitting very slowly when reading complex 2D barcodes, scan the USB Keyboard Speed configuration barcode to optimize throughput.
