The direct thermal LP 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 LP 2844 has a sturdy construction with a double-walled ABS casing.
The LP 2844 integrates easily into a variety of printing applications, including shipping and receiving, inventory control, 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.
Standard Features
* Print method: Direct thermal (LP)
* Construction: ABS double-walled casing
* OpenACCESS™ design
* Head-up sensor
* Windows® drivers (95, 98, Me, NT4.0, NT2000, XP)
* Windows printer utilities
Printer Specifications
Resolution
203 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
Transmissive
Reflective
Media Characteristics
Maximum label and liner width
4.25" (108 mm)
2.8" (71 mm) with Media Adapter Guide
Minimum label and liner width
1.00" (25.4 mm)
0.585" (15 mm) with Media Adapter Guides
Maximum label and liner length
* 11" (279 mm) (with standard memory)
* Line mode: Unlimited
Maximum label and liner length (optional)
22" (558 mm)
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, die-cut, continuous, tag stock, continuous receipt, linerless
Operating Characteristics
Operating temperature
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: 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz
Agency approvals
* UL
* FCC
* VCCI/PSE
* C-TICK
* CSA
* NOM
* CE
* IRAM/S
* CCC/SRRC
* GOST-R
* BSMI
Physical Characteristics
Width
7.9" (201 mm)
Height
6.7" (170 mm)
Depth
8.4" (238 mm)
Weight
3 lbs (1.4 kg)
Shipping weight
5.6 lbs (2.5 kg)
Related Products
Options
* Cutter
* Liner-free platen
* Real time clock
* ZebraNet PrintServer II for Ethernet connectivity (Internal and External available)
* Dispenser with label taken sensor
* Expanded memory (up to 1 MB flash; 512 KB SRAM)
* 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 128 with subsets A/B/C
Code 39
UCC/EAN-128
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
Japanese 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
