Zebra TLP2844Z Thermal Transfer Printer

The thermal transfer TLP 2844-Z bar code label printer brings powerful performance to applications requiring a space-saving, desktop-size, 4.09" (104 mm) printer. Ease of use--including its OpenACCESS design and clear media window for simple media loading and monitoring--makes the TLP 2844-Z a foolproof means to increase workplace efficiency.

The TLP 2844-Z integrates easily into a variety of printing applications, including shipping and receiving, inventory control, healthcare specimen labeling and patient tracking, coupon and receipt printing, transportation and logistics, and e-commerce postage. With serial, parallel, and USB interfaces, plus network connection options, the TLP 2844-Z meets a variety of connectivity needs.

Standard Features

* Print methods: Direct thermal (LP) or direct thermal/thermal transfer (TLP)
* Construction: ABS double-walled casing
* OpenACCESS design
* Zebra Printer Management
* 32 bit RISC processor
* Zebra E3 Printhead Energy Control
* Resident scalable font
* Head-up sensor

Printer Specifications

Resolution
203 dpi (8 dots/mm)

Memory

* Standard: 8 MB SDRAM (4 MB available to user); 4 MB Flash (2.75 available to user)
* Optional: 8 MB Flash with real time clock (12 MB total)

Print width
4.09" (104 mm) maximum

Print length
39" (991 mm)

Print speed
4" (102 mm)/sec

Media sensors
Transmissive
Reflective

Media Characteristics

Maximum label and liner width
4.25" (108 mm)
2.8" (71 mm) with Media Adapter Guides

Minimum label and liner width
1.00" (25.4 mm)
0.585" (15 mm) with Media Adapter Guides

Maximum label and liner length
39" (991 mm)

Maximum label and liner length (optional)
N/A no SRAM memory option

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
roll-fed, fanfold, die-cut, continuous, tag stock, continuous receipt

Ribbon Characteristics

Outside diameter
1.34" (34 mm)

Standard length
244' (74 m)

Ratio
1:1

Ribbon width

* Recommended to be at least as wide as media
* 1.33" (33.8 mm) to 4.30" (110 mm)

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
Auto-detectable (PFC compliant) 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz

Agency approvals

* FCC
* VCCI/PSE
* C-TICK
* UL
* IRAM/S
* NOM
* GOST-R
* CSA
* CE
* CCC/SRRC

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
6 lbs (2.72 kg)

Related Products

Options

* Cutter
* Asian and International Font Packs
* ZebraNet PrintServer II for Ethernet connectivity (Internal and External available)
* Dispenser with label taken sensor
* 8 MB Flash memory with real time clock

Communication and Interface Capabilities

* Serial RS-232 (DB9)
* Parallel (Centronics)
* USB
* Optional internal Ethernet (ZebraNet PrintServer II)

Programming Languages

Core programming languages
ZPL, ZPL II

Bar Codes/Symbologies

Linear
Codabar
Code 128
Code 39
Code 93
EAN-13
EAN-8
Interleaved 2-of-5
Industrial 2-of-5
ISBT-128
Logmars
MSI
Plessey
Postnet
Standard 2-of-5
UPC and EAN 2 or 5 digit extensions
UPC-A
UPC-E
EAN-14
UPC-A and UPC-E with EAN 2 or 5 digit extensions
Code 11
RSS-14

2-dimensional
Codablock
QR Code
Code 49
Data Matrix
MaxiCode
PDF417
MicroPDF417
RSS

Fonts and Graphics

* Standard Fonts: 16 bitmapped, 1 smooth scalable (CG Triumvirate Bold Condensed)
* Supports user-defined fonts and graphics--including custom logos
* IBM Code Page 850 International Characters