ZD421 Desktop Printer

Printing labels, tags, and barcodes in low to medium-volume applications
Ideal for transportation, logistics, entertainment and retail applications
USB 2.0, USB Host connectivity
Barcode Printer, Label Printer

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Change Media Easily Color-coded touch points and a new media-handling design guide you through speedy media changes to keep printers operational and workers on task. Replace ribbon intuitively and quickly with less mess, hassle and training time–and fewer calls into IT.
Communication to Connect Your Way
ZD400 Series printers can connect to your existing wired and wireless networks, or directly to any PC. Every ZD411 and ZD421 comes standard with USB and USB Host, and offers optional Ethernet, Serial and dual wireless radio with fast Wi-Fi™ and Bluetooth®. Take advantage of your Wi-Fi 6/6E network with the 802.11ax/Bluetooth 5.3 dual radio option or choose 802.11ac/Bluetooth 4.2 dual radio. Print from any Windows®, Android™ or iOS® device. Set up your ZD400 Series printer easily with Zebra’s printer setup mobile app using Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE). The included Print Touch tag (NFC) allows you to simply tap to pair and print.
Multiple Models to Match Your Needs
Available in direct thermal, thermal transfer, and healthcare models, the ZD400 meets a wide variety of application requirements. Both the 4-inch ZD421 and 2-inch ZD411 are available in two resolutions, offering numerous configurations and the ability to fit in virtually any workspace.
Backwards Compatible with Virtually any Existing Printer
Integrate your ZD400 Series printers into your existing printer fleet seamlessly. Continue to use the same label formats and applications you’re using today. These printers support EPL and ZPL printer languages and can emulate other languages associated with other printer brands using Zebra’s Printer Emulations.

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Specifications

Physical Characteristics: Dimensions:
Direct Thermal:
8.69 in. L x 6.98 in. W x 5.93 in. H
220.8 mm L x 177.5 mm W x 150.7 mm H
Thermal Transfer Roll:
10.5 in. L x 8.0 in. W x 7.44 in. H
267 mm L x 202 mm W x 189 mm H
Thermal Transfer Cartridge:
10.0 in. L x 8.0 in. W x 7.0 in. H
254 mm L x 202 mm W x 177 mm H
Weight:
Direct Thermal: 2.98 lbs./1.35 kg
Thermal Transfer Roll: 4.52 lbs./2.05 kg
Thermal Transfer Cartridge: 5.0 lbs./2.3 kg
Connectivity: Communication: USB 2.0
Printer Specifications: Printing system: Direct thermal or thermal transfer
Resolution:
203 dpi/8 dots per mm
300 dpi/12 dots per mm (optional)
Memory:
512 MB Flash; 256MB SDRAM
64 MB user available non-volatile memory
8 MB user available SDRAM
Maximum Print Width:
4.09 in./104 mm for 203 dpi
4.27 in./108 mm for 300 dpi
Cartridge:
4.09 in./104 mm for 203 and 300 dpi
Maximum Print Speed:
6 in./152 mm per second (203 dpi)
4 in./102 mm per second (300 dpi)
Media Characteristics: Media Width:
Direct Thermal: 0.585 in./15 mm to 4.25 in./108 mm
Thermal Transfer Roll: 0.585 in./15 mm to 4.41 in./112 mm
Thermal Transfer Cartridge: 0.585 in./15 mm to 4.65 in./118 mm
Media Roll Size:
Maximum outer diameter: 5.00 in./127 mm
Core inner diameter: 0.5 in. (12.7 mm) and 1.0 in.
(25.4 mm) standard, 1.5 in. (38.1), 2.0 in., (50.8 mm)
and 3.0 in. (76.2 mm) using optional adapters
Media Thickness:
0.003 in. (0.08 mm) min.; 0.0075 in. (0.19 mm) max.
Media Types: Roll-fed or fanfold, die cut or continuous with or without black mark, tag stock, continuous receipt paper, and wristbands

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