Datasheet

9/24/2010 KR403 Hardware Integrator Guide P1016701-001 Rev. B
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Introduction
KR403 Kiosk Receipt Printer
The Zebra KR403 model is the best-in-class thermal kiosk printer with the widest range of
features. The KR403 printer provides direct thermal printing at speeds up to 150mm/s (5.9
ips) at a 203 dpi print density. The KR403 supports the ZPL printer programming language
and a wide variety of interface and feature options.
The KR403 printer features:
• Patented Looping Presenter - To reduce jamming and print image distortion
caused by the user attempting to withdraw the receipt before imaging is finished,
the KR403 employs an innovative “looping station”. The receipt is retained inside
the print mechanism until imaging is complete, then it is presented to the user for
removal.
• Media Pull Detection – When the user grasps the receipt and applies force to
remove it, the KR403 senses the force and dispenses the receipt in a controlled
fashion to prevent tearing or jamming.
• Retract and Retain – If the receipt is not taken within a specified time, the KR403
withdraws it and dumps it out the bottom of the printer, typically into a catch bin
within the kiosk. The number of retracts are counted and reported back to the
host.
• Easy Media Loading – Automatic media loading and preparation for printing.
Optional supply low sensing.
• Flexible Media Support – Supports continuous, fanfold and black line receipt
media and label media with automatic media sensing and calibration.
• Flexible Mounting – Horizontal and vertical printer mounting covering 180° of
printer orientation and up to 360° with optional media adapter.
• Printhead Life Monitoring – Printhead element testing and print length odometer
reporting.