Symbol LS-5700-1000GN Omni-Directional Mini-Slot Barcode Scanner POS 5V

Symbol LS-5700-1000GN Omni-Directional Mini-Slot Barcode Scanner POS 5V

The Symbol LS-5700-1000GN is an omni-directional mini-slot laser barcode scanner designed for point-of-sale countertop installation. It uses a dense, multi-directional scan pattern to read barcodes presented at virtually any orientation, reducing cashier effort at busy checkout lanes. The unit was manufactured by Symbol Technologies in November 1996 and is made in Japan.

Specifications & What's Included

• Model: Symbol LS-5700-1000GN
• Type: Omni-directional mini-slot laser barcode scanner
• Scan pattern: Omni-directional, dense multi-line pattern
• Power input: 5V DC, 0.6A
• Memory: Electronically erasable flash memory (programmable)
• Depth of field: Programmable to suit POS environment
• EAS (Electronic Article Surveillance): Optional EAS interlock port present on unit — integrates barcode scanning and security tag deactivation in a single pass
• Cable system: Symbol Synapse smart cable compatible — connects to most popular POS host systems
• Handheld scanner connectivity: Compatible with Symbol LS 4000 Series scanners
• Auto-sleep: Enters sleep mode when idle; wakes on barcode presentation
• Beeper: Adjustable volume and frequency
• Rear ports: Three RJ-style connectors (Power, EAS, Scanner/Host) visible on bottom panel
• Certifications: UL, CE, VCI, GS
• Country of manufacture: Japan
• Manufacture date: November 1996
• Included: Scanner unit only — no power adapter, no data cables

Applications

The Symbol LS-5700 series was designed for high-throughput retail point-of-sale environments where reliable barcode reading at a fixed checkout counter is essential. Its omni-directional scan pattern means cashiers do not need to orient items precisely — any face of a barcode presented to the scan window is read quickly. The optional EAS interlock capability made it a popular choice for retailers who wanted to combine barcode scanning and security tag deactivation in one countertop device, eliminating a separate deactivation pad. Symbol Technologies was a dominant supplier of enterprise barcode scanning equipment through the 1990s and 2000s before being acquired by Motorola Solutions; the LS-5700 dates from the mid-1990s era when slot-style fixed-mount scanners were becoming standard at grocery and general merchandise checkout lanes. These units are still sought by operators maintaining legacy POS systems that use Symbol's Synapse cabling infrastructure, as well as for parts and repair.