Zebra ZT231
The Zebra ZT231 delivers the winning combination of the right features at the right price, along with the long-lasting quality you expect from Zebra. Fast print speeds, high-resolution print quality, large color touchscreen, future-forward design and more – all in one space-saving footprint.
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Product Description
Standard Features
• Print methods: direct-thermal or thermal-transfer
• Construction: metal frame and metal enclosures
• Bi-fold media door with large clear window
• Side-loading supplies path for simplified media and ribbon loading
• Thin film printhead with E3™ Element Energy™ Equalizer for superior print quality
• Three-color LEDs for quick printer status
• 4.3” color resistive touch screen with intuitive menu for quick operation and settings
• Communications: USB 2.0, RS-232 Serial port, 10/100 Ethernet, and USB Host
• ENERGY STAR® certified
• Bluetooth Low Energy (BTLE) technology for enhanced location precision
• ZebraDesigner Essentials
• Real-Time Clock (RTC)
Physical Characteristics
Dimensions
ZT231 Closed: 17 in. L x 9.5 in. W x 11 in. H
432 mm L x 241 mm W x 279 mm H
ZT231 with Liner Takeup Unit:
17 in. L x 9.5 in. W x 12.75 in. H
432 mm L x 241 mm W x 324 mm H
Weight
ZT231: 20 lbs./9.1 kg
ZT231 with Liner Takeup Unit: 24 lbs./10.9 kg
*Dimensions are for the base model printer. Consult your sales representative for specifics regarding other configurations.
Printer Specifications
Resolution
203 dpi/8 dots per mm
300 dpi/12 dots per mm (optional)
Memory
256 MB SDRAM memory
256 MB on-board linear Flash memory
Maximum Print Width 4.09 in./104 mm
Maximum Print Speed
12 ips (203 dpi)
8 ips (300 dpi)
Media Sensors
Moveable transmissive and reflective sensors
Maximum Print Length
203 dpi: 157 in/3988 mm
300 dpi: 73in/1854 mm
Media Characteristics
Minimum Label and Liner Length
Tear mode: 0.7 in/18 mm
Cutter mode: 1 in/25 mm
Peel mode: 0.5 in/13 mm
Media Width
0.75 in./19.4 mm to 4.50 in./114 mm
Media Roll Size
8.0 in./203 mm O.D. on a 3.0 in./76 mm I.D. core
6.0 in./152 mm O.D. on a 1.0 in./25 mm I.D. core
Media Thickness
0.003 in./0.076 mm to 0.010 in./0.25 mm
Media Types
Continuous, die-cut, notch, black mark
Ribbon Characteristics (Thermal-transfer option only)
Standard Length
1,476 ft./450 m
Width
2 in./51 mm to 4.33 in./110 mm
Core
1.0 in./25.4 mm
Operating Characteristics
Operating Temp.
Thermal transfer: 40ºF to 105ºF/5º to 40ºC
Direct thermal: 32ºF to 105ºF/0º to 40ºC
Storage/Transportation Temperature
-40ºF to 140ºF/-40º to 60ºC
Operating Humidity
20% to 85% non-condensing
Storage Humidity
5% to 85% non-condensing
Electrical
Universal auto-ranging (PFC-compliant)
power supply 100-240 VAC; 50-60 Hz
ENERGY STAR certified
Agency Approvals
IEC 62368-1, EN55022 Class B, EN55024, EN55035, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3, FCC Class B, ICES-003, FCC 15.209; 15.247(d), IC RSS 247, EN 300 328, EN 301 893, EN 62311, cTUVus, CE Marking, UKCA, VCCI, RCM, S- Mark, CCC, CU EAC, BSMI, KCC, & BIS
Print DNA Basic Software
This printer is supported by our Print DNA Basic suite of software capabilities to get your printer up and running quickly, deliver a dependable print experience and enable your printer to evolve with your business needs. Print DNA features may vary by model, and some features may require a license.
Firmware
ZBI 2.0™ — Optional powerful programming language that lets printers run stand-alone applications, connect to peripherals, and much more.
ZPL and ZPL II™ — Zebra Programming Language provides sophisticated label formatting and printer control and is compatible with all Zebra printers.
EPL and EPL2™— Eltron Programming Language with Line Mode simplifies label formatting and enables format compatibility with legacy applications. (EPL with Line Mode available on direct thermal models only.) (EPL available on 203 dpi models only.)
Barcode Symbologies
Linear Barcodes: Code 11, Code 39, Code 93, Code 128 with subsets A/B/C and UCC Case Codes, ISBT-128, UPC-A, UPC-E, EAN-8, EAN-13, UPC and EAN with
2 or 5 digit extensions, Plessey, Postnet, Standard 2-of-5, Industrial 2-of-5, Interleaved 2-of-5, Logmars, MSI, Codabar, Planet Code
2D Barcodes: Aztec, Codablock, PDF417, Code 49, Data Matrix, MaxiCode, QR Code, MicroPDF417, TLC 39, RSS-14 (and composite)
Fonts and Graphics
Z7 bitmapped, 1 smooth-scalable (CG Triumvirate™ Bold Condensed*) Pre-loaded Unicode™-compliant scalable fonts for EMEA character sets International character sets supporting the following code page: IBM® Code Page 850
Supports user-defined fonts and graphics, including custom logos ZPL II drawing commands including boxes and lines 64 MB user available Flash memory storage for downloadable objects; 32 MB user-available SDRAM
Options and Accessories
Communication
• 802.11ac Wi-Fi option card
• 10/100 Ethernet option card
• Applicator Interface
Media Handling
• Peel — a front-mount, passive-peel with no take-up spindle
• Peel — a front-mount, passive-peel with liner take-up spindle (factory-fit only)
• Cutter — a front-mount guillotine cutter
RFID*
• UHF field-installable RFID kit
Keyboard Display Unit
• ZKDU™ keyboard display units for stand-alone printing applications
*Specifications are subject to change without notice
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