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
Zebra Printer Management
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" (.08 mm) to 0.007" (0.18 mm)
Media types
(black-mark optional), black bar, black mark, continuous, continuous receipt, die-cut, fanfold, gap, linerless, notch, notch sensing, notched, optional linerless platen, perforated, receipt, roll-fed, tag, tag stock
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
CCC/SRRC
GOST-R
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
Internal ZebraNet PrintServer II for Ethernet connectivity
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
ZebraNet PrintServer II for Ethernet connectivity (internal or external)
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
