Product Description
Zebra ZD421 Desktop, Manufacturing, Transportation & Logistic, Healthcare, Retail, Government Direct Thermal Printer - Monochrome - Label/Receipt Print - USB - USB Host - Serial - Bluetooth 4.1 - Near Field Communication (NFC)Elevate your expectations: the advanced desktop printer that delivers the features, flexibility, reliability and security you need
You need a reliable printer that delivers quality performance, now and for years to come. It needs to offer key features, and be easy to setup, operate, manage and maintain - onsite or remotely. It needs to be secure, whether it is integrated onto your network or not, to prevent downtime and costly cyberattacks. You need it. Zebra delivers it, for more than 50 years. We design our printers to match your workflows, ensuring they are hassle-free and ready to work. Day in and day out. We're always innovating to deliver the best to help you advance your business and be ready for what's next. Building on the legacy of Zebra's popular GK Series, ZD421 printers add even more capabilities and security measures 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 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.
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.
Flexible to Support Nearly Every Use Case | Multiple Models to Match Your Needs
Available in direct thermal, thermal transfer, healthcare and ribbon cartridge models, the ZD421 meets a wide variety of application requirements.
Ready for Now and What's Next | Get Years of Printing Performance
The ZD421 is designed to handle advancing technology. Featuring an innovative architecture, it's engineered to power future printing. In comparison, it's 30% more powerful than the ZD420 Series and 700% more than the GK Series. This lets you run more tasks, 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.
Connect it Your Way
Integrate your ZD421 onto your existing wired and wireless networks, or connect it directly to any PC. Every ZD421 comes standard with USB and USB Host, and offers optional Ethernet, Serial and dual wireless radio with fast 802.11ac Wi-Fi™ and Bluetooth® 4.1. Print from any Windows®, Android™ or iOS® device. Get your ZD421 up and running with Zebra's printer setup mobile app using Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE). Use the included Print Touch tag (NFC) to simply tap to pair and print.
- Direct Thermal Printer provides you with all the features that you need to print quickly and easily
- 300 maximum print resolution (dpi) for better reliance and added usability
- The printer is capable of printing sharp and detailed monochrome documents quickly
- This printer produces high-quality labels and receipts
- 4.65" maximum label width to easily accommodate your needs with added productivity
- 39" maximum label length to easily accommodate your needs with added productivity
- Supports roll fed media type for better reliance and maximum usability
- Direct Thermal Printer with desktop application/usage provides maximum usability with better reliance
- Dual Wall Frame feature for better reliance and usability
- Comes with 256 MB standard memory to make you productive with the direct thermal printer smooth performance
Warranty Information
https://www.zebra.com/content/dam/zebra_dam/en/spec-sheets/zd400-series-spec-sheet-en-us.pdfZD400 Series Desktop Printers
Elevate your expectations with advanced, compact printers, built for enduring performance.
ÂOverview
The Zebra ZD400 Series desktop printers deliver reliable performance, advanced connectivity, intuitive operation, and future-ready technology. Available in both 2-inch (ZD411) and 4-inch (ZD421) models, these printers support a wide range of labeling applications across retail, healthcare, hospitality, government, and logistics environments.
ÂKey Features
- Thermal Transfer or Direct Thermal printing
- 5-status-icon, 3-button user interface
- Real-Time Clock (RTC)
- USB 2.0 and USB Host standard connectivity
- Optional Ethernet, Serial, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth
- Link-OS operating system
- OpenACCESSâ„¢ media loading design
- Dual-wall frame construction
- ENERGY STAR® certified
Standard Features
- Print Methods: Thermal Transfer or Direct Thermal
- Programming Languages: ZPL®, EPL™, XML, ZBI, PDF Direct
- Real-Time Clock (RTC)
- USB 2.0 and USB Host
- Bluetooth Low Energy setup support
- OpenACCESSâ„¢ media loading
- ENERGY STAR® Certified
Connectivity
- USB 2.0
- USB Host
- Optional Ethernet
- Optional Serial Interface
- Optional Dual Radio Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
- NFC Print Touch Support
Printer Specifications
Â| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating System | Link-OS |
| Resolution | 203 dpi (standard), 300 dpi (optional) |
| Memory | 512 MB Flash, 256 MB SDRAM |
| Programming Languages | ZPL II, EPL2, XML, ZBI, PDF Direct |
User Interface
The ZD400 Series uses a modern user interface consisting of:
- 5 LED status indicators
- 3 control buttons
Media Sensors
- Full-width movable reflective/black mark sensor
- Multi-position transmissive/gap sensor
Media Characteristics
Â| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Media Types | Roll-fed, fan-fold, die-cut, continuous, tags, receipts, wristbands |
| Maximum Roll Diameter | 5.0 in. (127 mm) |
| Core Diameter | 0.5 in. and 1.0 in. standard |
| Maximum Label Length | 39 in. (991 mm) |
Advanced Features
- Moveable media sensor for increased label flexibility
- Field-upgradeable media handling options
- Optional battery for portable printing
- Remote printer management with Zebra DNAâ„¢
- PrintSecure security tools
- Printer Profile Manager Enterprise support
Markets & Applications
ÂRetail
- Shelf Labels
- Price Markdown Labels
- Pharmacy Labels
- Food Safety Labels
- Receipts
Healthcare
- Specimen Collection Labels
- Prescription Labels
- Blood and IV Bag Labels
- Patient ID Wristbands
Transportation & Logistics
- Shipping Labels
- Receiving Labels
- Packing Slips
Government
- Document Tracking
- Evidence Tracking
- Agency Labels
Optional Accessories
- Label Peeler
- Cutter
- Ethernet Module
- Serial Port Module
- Wireless Communication Kit
- Portable Battery Pack
- Carrying Case
Power Requirements
- 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz
- PFC Compliant
- Energy Efficiency Level VI Certified
- Optional 2750 mAh Battery