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Zebra TLP2844

Overview

The thermal transfer TLP 2844 bar code label printer is ideal for applications requiring a space-saving, desktop-size, 4.09" (104 mm) printer. This user-friendly printer delivers optimal performance in today's on-demand desktop labeling applications. The TLP 2844 has a sturdy construction with a double-walled ABS casing.

The TLP 2844 integrates easily into a variety of printing applications, including shipping and receiving, warehouse shelf labeling and inventory control, hospitals, healthcare, and medical laboratories, transportation and logistics, and e-commerce postage. Serial, parallel, and USB interfaces, and an optional internal Ethernet (ZebraNet PrintServer II), make this flexible, reliable, and affordable printer a smart investment.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Standard Features Print methods: Direct thermal/thermal transfer (TLP)
Construction: ABS double-walled casing
OpenACCESS™ design
Head-up sensor
Windows® drivers (95, 98, Me, NT4.0, NT2000, XP)
Windows printer utilities
Fast Facts: Sturdy construction
User-friendly
Seamless application integration
Fast, quiet direct thermal printing
Compact size
Many label styles available
4 inches per second speed
Parallel, serial & USB interfaces
Printing Specifications

Resolution: 200 dpi (8 dots/mm)
Memory:

  • Standard: 256 KB SRAM; 512 KB Flash
  • Optional: 512 KB SRAM; 1 MB Flash
    Print width:
  • 11" (279 mm) with standard memory
  • 22" (584 mm) with expanded memory
    Print speed: 4" (102 mm)/sec
    Media sensors: Reflective, Transmissive
    • Media Characteristics Maximum label and liner width:
  • 4.25" (108 mm)
  • 2.8" (71 mm) with Media Adapter Guide

    • Maximum label and liner length:
  • 11" (279 mm) (with standard memory)
  • Line Mode: Unlimited

    • Maximum label and liner length (optional):
  • EPL2: 22" (558 mm)
  • Line Mode: unlimited
    Maximum roll diameter: 5" (127 mm)
    Core diameter: 1.0" (25.4 mm) and 1.5" (38 mm)
    Media thickness: 0.003" (.075 mm) to 0.007" (0.18 mm)
    Media types: fanfold, roll-fed, tag stock, die-cut, continuous, continuous receipt, linerless

    Ribbon Characteristics

    		 Outside diameter: 1.34" (34 mm)
    Standard length: 244' (74 m)
    Ratio: 1:1 media roll to ribbon ratios
    Ribbon width:
  • Recommended to be at least as wide as media
  • 1.33" (33.8 mm) to 4.30" (110 mm)
    Ribbon setup: Ribbon wound ink side out
    ID Core: 0.5" (12.7 mm)
    Operating Characteristics Operating temperature
    TT: Operating temperature 40°F (5°C) to 105°F (41°C) Thermal transfer
    DT: Operating temperature 40°F (5°C) to 105°F (41°C) Direct thermal
    Storage temperatures: -40°F (-40°C) to 140°F (60°C)
    Operating humidity: 10-90% non-condensing R.H.
    Storage humidity: 5-95% non-condensing R.H.
    Electrical:
  • Autoranging external power supply with C7 type connector
  • Output: 20 VDC, 2.5 A Input: 100-200 VAC, 50-60 Hz
    Agency approvals:
  • UL
  • FCC
  • VCCI/PSE
  • C-TICK
  • CAS
  • NOM
  • CE
  • IRAM/S
  • CCC/SRRC
  • GOST-R
  • BSMI
    Physical Characteristics Width: 7.9" (201 mm)
    Height: 6.8" (173 mm)
    Depth: 9.75" (248 mm)
    Weight: 3.2 lbs (1.5 kg)
    Shipping weight: 5.8 lbs (2.6 kg)
    Related Products Options:
  • Cutter
  • Real time clock
  • ZebraNet PrintServer II for Ethernet connectivity (Internal and External available)

  • Dispenser with label taken sensor

  • Asian Font Set
    Communication and Interface Capabilities:

  • Serial RS-232 (DB9)
  • Parallel (Centronics)
  • USB
  • Optional internal Ethernet (ZebraNet PrintServer II)
    • Programming Languages Core programming languages: EPL2, Line Mode
    Bar Codes/Symbologies Linear:
  • Code 39
  • Code 128 with subsets A/B/C
  • Code 93
  • Codabar
  • Interleaved 2-of-5
  • UPC-E
  • UPC-A
  • UPC-A and UPC-E with 2 or 5 digit extensions
  • EAN-13
  • EAN-8
  • EAN-8 and EAN-13 with 2 or 5 digit extensions
  • Postnet
  • Plessey
  • German Post Code
  • RSS-14
  • MSI-3
    2-dimensional:
  • MaxiCode
  • MicroPDF417
  • MacroPDF417
  • QR Code (requires Asian version printer)
  • Data Matrix
    Fonts and Graphics:
  • Standard Fonts: 5 bitmapped, expandable 8x
  • Soft font storage in Flash memory
  • DOS Code Pages Supported: 437, 850, 851, 852, 855, 857, 860, 861, 862, 863, 865, 866, 869, 737
  • Windows Code Pages Supported: 1250, 1251, 1252, 1253, 1254, 1255, 1256, 1257
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