Zebra Thermal Bar Code Printers

Zebra 2746e

The steel-enclosed 2746e represents an affordable, basic bar code print solution for entry-level applications that specify a durable metal printer. New feature enhancements on the 2746e include expanded connectivity capability (e.g. standard serial, parallel, new USB, and internal Ethernet option), upgraded electronics, improved ribbon spindle design, additional memory, and intelligent built-in media tracking capabilities that provide additional value and reliability.

The 2746's moderate duty cycle output capability is ideal for individual or batch labeling applications within warehousing/distribution, air freight/parcel tracking, manufacturing, and office printing. Its sturdy metal frame and intuitive design make the 2746e a natural choice for users who need a dependable, full-size, easy-to-use, 4 inch (101.6 mm) printer.

Standard Features

• Dual 16-bit processors
• NEW increased standard memory
• NEW clear media window
• RS232, centronics parallel
• NEW USB interface
• NEW external and internal Ethernet (option)
• NEW printer life odometer and printhead replacement control feature
• NEW windows plug and play operability
• Rewind and peel
• Label present sensor for Peel Mode
• Media sensor for black marks, see through, die-cut labels, and label out
• Rear feed slot for fanfold or oversized roll label stock
• Auto-calibration and color-coded operator cues

Resolutions
203 dpi/8 dots per mm

Maximum Print Speeds
6"/152 mm per second

Memory
Standard: 1 MB Flash; 512 K SRAM

Programming Language
ASCII EPL2 programming language (Page Mode)

Physical Characteristics
Width: 9.5"/241 mm
Depth: 16.75"/425 mm
Height: 12.38"/314 mm
Weight (without packaging): 28.6 lbs (12.8 kg)
Shipping Weight (with box): 36 lbs (16.3 kg)

Communication Interface Capabilities
Serial RS232 (DB9)
Flow control: Xon/Xoff, hardware handshaking 4.8 to 57.6 K bits/second
36-Pin Parallel (Centronics)
External or Internal ZebraNet® Ethernet PrintServer II option (10BASE2 or 10BASE-T)
Standard USB Version 1.1

Media Specifications
Label and liner width: 1.12" (29 mm) to 4.50" (114 mm)
Ribbon width: 1.33" (33.8 mm) to 4.33" (110 mm)

Maximum Print Area
Width: 4.09" (104 mm)
Length with 203 dpi: 22" (558 mm)

Maximum Media Roll Size:
8.0" (203 mm) O.D. on a 3" (76 mm) or 1" (25.4 mm) I.D. core (Thermal Transfer)
5.5" (140 mm) O.D. on a 3" (76 mm) or 1" (25.4 mm) I.D. core (Direct Thermal)

Media Thickness (label and liner):
0.003" (0.076 mm) to 0.010" (0.25 mm)

Media Types
Roll-feed, die-cut, continuous, fanfold; tags; tickets