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Zebra TLP 2844 Barcode Label Printer

Zebra TLP 2844 Barcode Label Printer

Leading the way in versatile and affordable desktop printing-- The thermal transfer (TLP) 2844 barcode printer brings a new level of performance to the Zebra desktop family. This space-saving user-friendly printer delivers optimal performance in today's on-demand desktop labeling applications. The TLP2844 is loaded with impressive features and a small price tag!
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  • Thermal transfer printing
  • 203 dpi print resolution
  • Construction: ABS double-walled casing
  • 512KB Flash memory, 256KB SRAM
  • OpenACCESS design
  • Serial, parallel, and USB interfaces
  • Head-up sensor
  • Windows drivers (95, 98, Me, NT v.4.0, 2000)
  • Windows printer utilities

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.

Benefits

  • Sturdy construction
  • User-friendly
  • Seamless application integration

Ideal for

  • Healthcare
  • Inventory Management
  • Shipping
  • Receiving

Specifications

Standard Features

  • Print methods: Direct thermal/thermal transfer (TLP)
  • Construction: ABS double-walled casing
  • OpenACCESSļæ½ design
  • Head-up sensor
  • Windowsļæ½ drivers (95, 98, Me, NT4.0, NT2000, XP)
  • Windows printer utilities

Printer Specifications

Resolution
200 dpi (8 dots/mm)
Memory
  • Standard: 256 KB SRAM; 512 KB Flash
  • Optional: 512 KB SRAM; 1 MB Flash
Print width
4.09" (104 mm) maximum
Print length
  • 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)

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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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