I-Class Mark II Mid-Range Industrial Printer Series Product Guide for Resellers
Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 Industries and Applications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6 Printer Tour. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9 Features and Benefits. . . . . . . . . .
Introduction About Datamax-O’Neil Datamax-O’Neil is the global provider who works passionately with customers to listen, understand and then deliver a value-driven printing solution that minimizes risk and maximizes efficiency, safety, and quality. The company’s products address a wide variety of applications, including those in the industrial, healthcare, retail, automotive and ticketing market sectors.
Introduction Industrial Printer Series For the Industrial Printer Series, we offer products in three categories: Entry-level (M-Class Mark II), Mid-range (I-Class Mark II), and High Performance (H-Class) Industrial Printers. Customers can select the correct model based on their application needs such as duty cycle, space constraints, available options, and price.
cons ons e Introduction Performance 20% Faster Print Speed – I-Class Mark II easily keeps up with high-speed label demand applications boasting 20% faster print speed than the nearest competitor in its class. 44% Faster Processing – Improve productivity with 44% faster processing and throughput when compared to other mid-range printers. Faster processing also allows the printer to easily print unique data such as 2D barcode.
Industries and Applications Industrial Printer Overview The I-Class Mark II series fits in a wide range of applications in a variety of industries.
Industries and Applications Capacity and Range • M-Class Mark II is a compact size printer with lower ribbon capacity than the I-Class Mark II and H-Class • Full 8” rewind of the liner is possible with the tall H-Class printers.
Industries and Applications Transportation and Logistics The transportation and logistics industries rely on barcode labels in their distribution and warehousing facilities primarily for labeling shipments with critical shipping information. The high capacity design is ideal for these applications as it reduces the amount of media and ribbon loading.
Printer Tour 2 3 7 128 x 64 Graphics LCD - Easy to read display -O n-screen messages Operator Control Panel - Sealed for protection from harsh environments - Simplified user and advanced menu selection - Navigational and multifunction “soft” keys 1 Industrial Metal Cabinet - Rugged corrosion resistant steel enclosure - Easy to clean surface 4 Large Side Window - Continuously monitor media & ribbon supply - View internal rewind capacity - Minimize down-time with anticipated media replace
Printer Tour 2 Color-coded Component Cues -C omponents that can be touched, moved or adjusted are green and easily recognizable 1 Die-Cast Aluminum Frame - Aluminum construction withstands the harshest environments 5 3 IntelliSEAQ Printhead - Advanced diagnostics for maximizing printhead life - Precision printhead settings for specific environments - Accurately understands usage of the printhead - Excellent print quality TM www.datamax-oneil.
Printer Tour 1 Parallel Port - 36 Pin Centronics connector - IEEE 1284 bi-directional support 7 9 Power Connection -A uto-ranging power supply, supports voltage ranges from 90 to 132 and 180 to 264 VAC @ 47 - 63 Hz 2 WLAN - 802.
Features and Benefits OPTIMedia reduces set-up time by enabling the printer to automatically adjust to optimum heat and speed setting to produce the best print quality. Lower power consumption delivers 25% lower power consumption in its category.
Features and Benefits IntelliSEAQ Printhead TM Datamax-O’Neil introduces the industry’s first thermal printhead that combines advanced thermal control with full performance history to provide the most sophisticated diagnostics available today.
Features and Benefits OPTIMedia TM OPTIMedia™ is a trademarked new feature that we are introducing in our new I-Class Mark II series. The OPTIMedia™ function is designed to reduce set-up time when using Datamax-O’Neil branded media and ribbons. This feature enables the printer to automatically adjust the following settings to produce the best possible print quality.
Standard and Optional Features I-Class Mark II Model: I-4212 I-4310 I-4606 Maximum Print Width 4.09" (103.9mm) 4.16" (105.7mm) 4.16" (105.
Options and Benefits Thermal Transfer A printing method that uses ribbon to produce exceptional image clarity, as compared to most direct thermal media types. The 4 section split-hub design allows for lower torque on narrow ribbons. This option can be used with either coated-side-in ribbons or coated-side-out ribbons. Present Sensor An output control device that allows subsequent printing to occur only after the removal of a previously printed label.
Industrial Printer Comparison Category Industrial Printers M-Class Mark II I-Class Mark II H-Class Type Duty Cycle - Range Entry level Industrial Printer Mid-range Industrial Printer High Performance Industrial Printer 24 / 7 Operations Duty Cycle - Labels per day Up to 4000 4000 to 7000 Metal Cabinet Metal Cabinet Metal Cabinet Metal Cabinet Durable Die-cast Aluminum Durable Die-cast Aluminum Durable Die-cast Aluminum Durable Die-cast Aluminum Construction Frame 4" Printers Form Facto
Competitive Overview Competitive Overview: Key competitors in the mid-range industrial printer category for I-Class Mark II printers are: Zebra’s ZM400, Intermec’s PM4i, Sato’s CL408e-412e, and Printronix’s T4M. Complete side by side comparisons are in the tables to follow.
Competitive Overview I-Class Mark II vs. Zebra ZM400 Category Type Construction Frame Industrial Printers I-Class Mark II Zebra - ZM400 Design principle Gear driven Belt driven First label out 1.18 sec 1.7 sec To print 100 labels - PDF 417 51.8 sec 61.
Competitive Overview I-Class Mark II vs. Zebra ZM400 (Continued) Category Industrial Printers I-Class Mark II Zebra - ZM400 Ribbon width range 1.0"- 4.5" (25.4mm - 114.3mm) 2.00" (51mm) to 4.
Competitive Overview I-Class Mark II vs. Intermec PM4i, PF4i Category Type Construction Frame Industrial Printers I-Class Mark II Intermec - PM4i, PF4i Design principle Gear driven Belt driven First label out 1.18 sec 1.7 sec To print 100 labels - PDF 417 51.8 sec 61.
Competitive Overview I-Class Mark II vs. Intermec PM4i, PF4i (Continued) Category Industrial Printers I-Class Mark II Intermec - PM4i, PF4i Ribbon width range 1.0"- 4.5" (25.4mm - 114.
Competitive Overview I-Class Mark II vs. Sato CL408e, 412e Category Type Construction Frame Industrial Printers I-Class Mark II Sato - CL408e, 412e Design principle Gear driven Belt driven First label out 1.18 sec 1.2 sec To print 100 labels - PDF 417 51.8 sec 103.
Competitive Overview I-Class Mark II vs. Sato CL408e, 412e (Continued) Category Industrial Printers I-Class Mark II Sato - CL408e, 412e Ribbon width range 1.0"- 4.5" (25.4mm - 114.3mm) 4.
Competitive Overview I-Class Mark II vs. Printronix T4M Category Type Construction Frame Industrial Printers I-Class Mark II Printronix - T4M Design principle Gear driven Belt driven First label out 1.18 sec 1.8 sec To print 100 labels - PDF 417 51.8 sec 65.
Competitive Overview I-Class Mark II vs. Printronix T4M (Continued) Category Industrial Printers I-Class Mark II Printronix - T4M Ribbon width range 1.0"- 4.5" (25.4mm - 114.3mm) 1.55" to 5.0" (39.
Competitive Overview I-Class Mark II vs. CAB A4+ Category Type Construction Frame Industrial Printers I-Class Mark II CAB - A4+ Design principle Gear driven Belt driven First label out 1.18 sec 1.3 sec To print 100 labels - PDF 417 51.8 sec 61.3 sec Duty Cycle - Range Mid Range Industrial Printer Mid Range Industrial Printer Metal Cabinet Metal Cabinet Plastic Cabinet Durable Die-cast Aluminum Durable Die-cast Aluminum Metal Cabinet 4" Printers Form Factor H x W x D in inches 12.
Competitive Overview I-Class Mark II vs. CAB A4+ (Continued) Category Industrial Printers I-Class Mark II CAB - A4+ Ribbon width range 1.0"- 4.5" (25.4mm - 114.
Certified Supplies Certified Supplies To achieve optimum print quality and maximum printhead life, Datamax-O’Neil specifies the use of certified labels and ribbons. These supplies are specifically formulated for use in our printers; use of non-Datamax-O’Neil supplies may affect the print quality, performance, and life of the printer or its components. Datamax-O’Neil offers a wide variety of world-class quality supplies for the healthcare, retail, and manufacturing industries.
Certified Supplies Thermal Transfer Ribbons IQWAX+ Ribbons IQWax+ is a premium general purpose resin-enhanced wax ribbon, offering broad performance characteristics and delivering a high-quality crisp image with applications that require high-speed printing and enhanced printhead protection. IQMID Wax/Resin Ribbons IQMid is a premium wax-resin ribbon offering broad performance characteristics and smudge resistance. These ribbons produce a high-quality image on the broadest range of materials.
Certified Supplies Durable, High-Performance Electronics Industry Labels Labeling in the electronics industry is a challenge—small labels for placement on chips, printed circuit boards or cable wires often need to withstand harsh manufacturing processes and must perform for the entire lifespan of the product.
Software Windows Drivers The I-Class Mark II has drivers for use on the latest Windows operating systems. The drivers allow the user to view and change printer settings from any Windows software application, simplifying the print process. Windows drivers are available on the CD included with the printer or can be downloaded at www.datamax-oneil.com. NETira CT NETira Configuration Tool is part of the Datamax-O’Neil suite of applications.
Software Firmware Printer firmware is the printer’s operating system which dictates how the printer runs and reacts to input. Check the website or with your local representative to find out about the full capabilities of the I-Class Mark II firmware. The firmware controls printing, configuration, and emulations. Development is open sourced and updates are published regularly. Printing The printer’s firmware controls every aspect of printing.
Agency Compliance and Approvals Certification I-Class Mark II ZM400 Printronix-T4M CAB A4+ Tharo cTUVus X X X X X CCC X X X X X CE X X X X X EN55022 Class B X X X X X EN55024 X X X X X EN6100-3-2,3 X X X X X FCC Class B X X X X ICES-003 Blass B X X X X GOST-R X X X X IEC 60950-1/EN60950 X X X Anatel (Radio only) X NOM X X KCC (MIC) X X S Mark X X STB (Belarus) X UKrSEPRO (Ukraine) X ZIK (Croatia) X C-Tick UL-GS / TUV-GS X X X
Warranty and Repair Limited Warranty Statement Datamax-O’Neil warrants to Purchaser that under normal use and service, the I-Class Mark II Printer, purchased hereunder shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of (365) days from the date received. Expendable and/or consumable items or parts such as lamps, fuses, labels and ribbons are not covered under this warranty.
Ordering Printers I-4212e, I-4310e & I4606e Printer Model H-4212X - 4"-203 DPI, 12 IPS, Thermal transfer barcode printer H-4310X - 4"-300 DPI, 10 IPS, Thermal transfer barcode printer H-4606X - 4"-600 DPI, 6 IPS, Thermal transfer barcode printer Custom Kit Datamax-O’Neil Standard Kit Direct Thermal/Termal Transfer Direct Thermal Bi-Directional Thermal Transfer A/C Power (Autorange Supply) Configuration Cord No Power Cord Supplied 220v: Black Power Cord With Straight-In European Plug 220v: Black Power Cord
Ordering an Extended Warranty I-4212e, I-4310e & I4606e I - WS - W P E C Printer Model I-4212e - 4"-203 DPI, 12 IPS, Printer w/ Graphic Display 12 I-4310e - 4"-300 DPI, 10 IPS, Printer w/ Graphic Display 13 I-4606e - 4"-600 DPI, 6 IPS, Printer w/ Graphic Display 16 Custom Kit Warranty Service WS Extended Warranty Always “W” W Extended Warranty Term Not Selected 0 2 Years (Standard Warranty +1 Years) 2 3 Years (Standard Warranty +2 Years) 3 5 Years (Standard Warranty +4 Years) 5 V
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