Zebra ZD421d
Standard Features
- Print methods: Direct Thermal
- ZPL and EPL programming languages
- 5 status icon, 3 button user interface
- USB 2.0, USB Host
- Printer setup mobile app for Android and iOS via BLE
(Bluetooth Low Energy 5) connection*
* BLE is intended for use with Zebra printer setup mobile app only - Real Time Clock (RTC)
- OpenACCESS™ for easy media loading
Dual-wall frame construction - ENERGY STAR® certified
- ZebraDesigner Essentials – easy label design tool free at
www.zebra.com/zebradesigner
Description
Physical Characteristics
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Dimension
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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 | |
| Weight | Direct Thermal: 2.98 lbs./1.35 kg |
Printer Specifications
| Operating System | Link-OS |
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Resolution
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203 dpi/8 dots per mm |
| 300 dpi/12 dots per mm (optional) | |
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Memory
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512 MB Flash; 256MB SDRAM |
| 64 MB user available non-volatile memory | |
| 8 MB user available SDRAM | |
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Maximum Print Width
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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 | |
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Maximum Print Speed
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6 in./152 mm per second (203 dpi) |
| 4 in./102 mm per second (300 dpi) | |
| Media Sensors | Full width, moveable reflective/black mark sensor; multi-position transmissive/gap sensor |
| Firmware | ZPL II; EPL 2; XML; ZBI; PDF Direct |
Media, Ribbon and Cartridge Characteristics
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Label Length
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Minimum: 0.25 in./6.4 mm |
| Maximum: 39.0 in./991 mm | |
| Media Width | Direct Thermal: 0.585 in./15 mm to 4.25 in./108 mm |
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Media Roll Size
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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 fan-fold, die cut or continuous with or without black mark, tag stock, continuous receipt paper, and wristbands |
Operating Characteristics
| Operating Temp. | 40° to 105° F/4.4° to 41° C |
| Storage Temp. | -40° to 140° F/-40° to 60° C |
| Operating Humidity | 10% to 90% non-condensing |
| Storage Humidity | 5% to 95% non-condensing |
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Electrical
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Auto-detectable (PFC Compliant) 100-240VAC, |
| 50-60Hz; ENERGY STAR certified; Energy Efficiency Level VI certified; optional 2750 mAh battery; Healthcare models include IEC60601-1 certified power supply |
Options
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Media Handling
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Dispenser/Peeler: label peel and present with label present sensor (field installable) |
| Cutter (field installable) | |
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Communications
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Field installable: Ethernet 10/100, 802.11ac Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.1 (dual radio); Serial RS-232 auto-sensing, DB-9 |
| Factory installed: Ethernet 10/100, 802.11ac Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.1 (dual radio) |
Accessories
| Battery | Provides power to the printer to support a full shift of printing at maximum print speed; supports all connectivity and media handling options |
| Carrying Case1 | Carrying case with shoulder strap and handles makes it easy to bring your desktop printer and battery to the point of application |
| Keyboard Display Unit | Zebra Keyboard Display Unit (ZKDU) unit for stand-alone printing solutions |
| Enclosed Power Supply | Attached power supply accessory for cord-free installation |
Fonts/Graphics/Symbologies
| Bar Code Ratios | 2:1 and 3:1 |
| 1D Bar Codes | Code 11, Code 39, Code 93, Code 128, ISBT-128, UPC-A, UPC-E, EAN-8, EAN-13, UPC and EAN 2-or 5-digit extensions, Plessey, Postnet, Standard 2-of-5, Industrial 2-of-5, Interleaved 2-of-5, Logmars, MSI, Codabar and Planet Code |
| 2D Bar Codes | Codablock, PDF417, Code 49, DataMatrix, MaxiCode, QR Code, MicroPDF, Aztec |
| Fonts and Graphics | 16 resident expandable ZPL II bitmap fonts, two resident scalable ZPL fonts, five resident expandable EPL2 fonts, native open-type font support, Unicode compliant. China units include SimSun simplified Chinese font |
| Printers Supplies | For industry-leading quality, service and thermal printing expertise, choose Zebra Certified Supplies to ensure consistent, optimized performance for your Zebra printer. |
| Regulatory | IEC 60950-1, 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, VCCI, C-Tick, S-Mark, CCC, CU, BSMI, KCC, SABS, IN-Metro, BIS, NOM |
| Environmental Compliance | Environment |
| • RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU; Amendment 2015/863 | |
| A complete list of product and materials compliance, please visit: | |
| www.zebra.com/environment | |
| Print DNA Software | This printer is supported by our Print DNA suite of software capabilities to get your printer up and running quickly and securely, and enable your printer to evolve with your business needs. Print DNA features may vary by model, and some features may require a license. For more information, please visit |
| www.zebra.com/printdna | |
| Included In The Box | Printer, empty ribbon take-up cores (1 in. and 0.5 in.)*, 300 m ribbon core adapters for non-Zebra ribbon (2)*, AC power supply, power cord(s), USB cable, Quick Start Guide, Regulatory Guide |
| * Empty ribbon take-up cores and ribbon core adapters included with ZD421 thermal transfer models only |
Recommended Services
| Zebra OneCare™ maintenance plans provide peak performance and device uptime while protecting your critical operations and your printers with defined service levels. For more information go to | |
| www.zebra.com/zebraonecare | |
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Zebra OneCare Select
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Comprehensive Coverage, including printheads, normal wear and accidental breakage |
| Priority access 24×7 live technical support and software updates | |
| Advance Replacement and Express Shipping (Next Day Device Replacement) | |
| Standard Commissioning | |
| Online Return Material Authorization (RMA) support | |
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Zebra OneCare Essential
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Comprehensive Coverage, including printheads, normal wear and accidental breakage |
| Priority access 8×5 live technical support and software updates | |
| Three-day depot repair turnaround time plus free return ground shipping | |
| Online Return Material Authorization (RMA) support | |
| Product Warranty | ZD400 Series printers are warranted against defects in workmanship and materials for a minimum period of 2 (two) years from the date of shipment. Warranty varies by region. For complete warranty details, please visit |
| www.zebra.com/warranty | |
| Footnotes | 1. Does not fit when cutter or peeler attached |
