Product Description
ELEVATE YOUR EXPECTATIONS WITH ZEBRA'S ADVANCED HEALTHCARE DESKTOP PRINTERS
You need a reliable printer built for healthcare that delivers quality performance, now and for years to come. It needs key features, and be easy to setup, operate, manage and maintain-onsite or remotely. It needs to be secure to protect patient information, whether integrated onto your network or not, to prevent downtime and costly cyberattacks. You need it, and Zebra delivers it, for more than 50 years. We've engineered our healthcare printers to match your workflows for hassle-free performance. Building on the legacy of Zebra's GK Series and ZD420 healthcare printers, the ZD421 delivers the flexibility and reliability you need, with even more capabilities and security, to set you up for years of use.-
IT'S TIME TO ADVANCE
Migrate from G to Z
The ZD421 builds on the legacy of Zebra's GK Series and ZD420 Series printers, offering you the functions and capabilities of its predecessor-and much more. The next-generation ZD421 leverages this heritage to deliver advanced features for a new era of intelligence and forward flexibility, packaged in a ready-to-work healthcare model.
ADVANCE YOUR HEALTHCARE WORKFLOWS
Easy to Clean, Sanitize, and Safely Power
Disinfectant-ready plastics, UV-resistant housing and a sealed-button interface make the ZD421 healthcare printer easy to clean and sanitize, helping prevent the spread of infections in hospitals and clinics. And, the power supply is IEC 60601-1 compliant for use in healthcare facilities.
SIMPLE TO USE
Intuitive and Powerful Operation
The ZD421 offers new, advanced features that make it stand apart. It includes a new, more intuitive user interface, powerful architecture and field-upgradeable wireless kit. It also has new media guide and media handling designs that make daily operation even easier.
SUPPORTS NEARLY EVERY USE CASE
Multiple Models to Match Your Needs
Available in direct thermal, thermal transfer and ribbon cartridge models, all specifically for healthcare, the ZD421 healthcare printer meets a wide variety of healthcare-specific use cases and requirements.
READY FOR NOW AND WHAT'S NEXT
Get Years of Printing Performance
Featuring an innovative architecture, the ZD421 is engineered to power future printing. It's 30% more powerful than the ZD420 Series and 700% more than the GK Series. Perform more operations simultaneously, maintain security and be ready for what's next.
Backwards Compatible with Virtually Any Existing Printer
Deploy your ZD421 into your existing printer fleet with confidence. Use the same label formats and applications you're using today. It supports both EPL and ZPL printer languages, and can emulate languages normally associated with other printer brands using Zebra's Print DNA tool, Virtual Devices.
Features
Print methods: Thermal Transfer or Direct Thermal
ZPL and EPL programming languages
5 status icon, 3 button user interface
USB 2.0, USB Host
Printer set up mobile app for Android and iOS via BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy 5) connection
Real-Time Clock (RTC)
OpenACCESS™ for easy media loading
Dual-wall frame construction
ENERGY STAR® certified
Technical Specs
Memory
Standard Memory 256 MB
Warranty
Limited Warranty 2 Year
Interfaces/Ports
USB Yes
USB Host Yes
Network & Communication
Bluetooth Yes
Ethernet Yes
Ethernet Technology Ethernet
Power Description
Input Voltage 120 V AC
230 V AC
Power Source AC Supply
Technical Information
Application/Usage Desktop
Barcode Symbology Supported Code 49
Industrial 2 of 5
QR Code
Plessey
EAN-8
UPC-E
Code 11
Codablock
Interleaved 2 of 5
EAN With 2 or 5 Digit Extension
Codabar
Standard 2 of 5
Code 39
AZTEC
Maxi Code
POSTNET
EAN-13
Code 128
PDF417
Data Matrix
ISBT-128
UPC-A
Code 93
UPC 2 or 5 Digit Extension
MSI
Micro PDF
LOGMARS
Planet Code
Maximum Print Width 104 mm (4.09")
Recommended Use Label/Receipt Print
Connectivity Technology Wired
Features UV Resistant Housing
Dual Wall Frame
Status Indicator
Maximum Mono Print Speed 152 mm/s
Mobile Device Printing Yes
Print Color Capability Monochrome
Optional Connectivity Serial (RS-232)
Wireless LAN
Real-Time Clock Yes
Maximum Print Resolution (dpi) 203
Environmental Conditions
Storage Relative Humidity 5% - 95%
Storage Temperature -40°C - 60°C
Operating Temperature 4.4°C - 40.6°C
Operating Relative Humidity 10% - 90%
Fonts & Emulation
Language Emulation EPL2
ZPL II
XML
ZBI
Physical Characteristics
Weight (Approximate) 1.35 kg
Form Factor Portable
Height 150.6 mm
Width 177.3 mm
Depth 220.7 mm
General Information
Product Type Thermal Transfer Printer
Manufacturer Part Number ZD4AH42-D0PE00EZ
Manufacturer Website Address http://www.zebra.com/ap/en.html
Manufacturer Zebra Technologies Corporation
Product Model ZD421-HC
Product Name ZD421-HC Direct Thermal Printer
Brand Name Zebra
Miscellaneous
Package Contents
ZD421-HC Direct Thermal Printer
AC Power Supply
Power Cord(s)
USB Cable
Quick Start Guide
Regulatory Guide
Platform Supported PC
iOS
Android
Environmentally Friendly Yes
Environmental Certification RoHS
Cables Included USB
AC
Energy Star Yes
Power Cable Localization UK
EU
JP
AUS
Media Types & Handling
Media Thickness 4826 µm
Maximum Roll Diameter 127 mm
Media Type Die-cut Label
Label
Continuous Receipt
Tag Stock
Continuous Label
Fanfold
Wristband
Roll Fed
Media Sensor Full Width Sensor
Multi-position Transmissive/Gap Sensor
Moveable Reflective/Black Mark Sensor
Maximum Label Width 108 mm
Maximum Label Length 991 mm