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Datamax W-6208 Thermal Barcode Printer
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The DMX-W-6208
features an all-metal construction designed to withstand adverse work
environments. With a 6.6" (168mm) print width, 203 dpi (8
dots/mm) and speeds up to 8" (203mm) per second makes it ideal
for heavy-duty applications in the automotive, chemical,
transportation and paper-processing industries. It is equipped with a
32-bit 90-MHz true multi-tasking Motorola ColdFire™ processor and
16MB of standard memory, which provides accelerated first-label output
and variable-data printing. It is an ideal printer for compliance
labeling applications including ODETTE, EAN-128 and AIAG labels. Cover Dampener
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FEATURE |
FUNCTION |
BENEFIT |
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| Field
tested construction, durable metal covers |
Metal frame designed for reliability. Metal covers protect printer and media from damage. | Durable construction for tough environments. |
| Simple loading of media and ribbon | No
operators manual required. Easy to follow loading diagram in
the inside cover. |
No paper path diagram to lose. |
| Color coded component cues | Components that can be touched, moved or adjusted are green and easily recognizable. | Reduces
training time. More intuitive. Novice users are less fearful
of printer operations. |
| Front 5 button 2 line, 20 character LCD display | Configure the printer and change how the printer operates. | All
configurations take place via the intuitive front menu. No
complicated dipswitches. |
| Wide access to the printhead | Printhead mechanism is hinged to provide wide-open access. | Easier
to load ribbon and media, easier to clean printhead for longer
life. |
| Flash memory | Datamax Printer Language and additional font capability can be upgraded or enhanced without the need for modifications to the printer or electronics. | Easier
to remain current. Updates can be made to the printer without
the need for replacing EPROMS. |
| Windows printer driver | Windows applications have the ability to use the W-CLASS as a Windows printer. | End-users
can choose which application software to use with the W-CLASS. |
| Datamax Printer Language | Utilizes the Datamax Printer Language. | Many
existing applications support Datamax Printer Language. |
| Field installable options | Cutter
and sensor simply plug into the front of the printer. Memory
and connectivity options slide into the card cage located in
the back. |
Not necessary to disassemble the printer just to add options. |
| Serial and parallel communications | Industry standard RS-232C and Centronics Parallel ports included for host communication. | Off-the-shelf
communications cables can be used to provide printer/host
connection. |
| Dual locking printhead | Printhead latch locks with stainless steel pins on either side of the printhead. | Allows
for even printhead pressure across the width of the head. |
| Clean electronics side | Designed for quality, no belts to wear out, no springs and cables crossing each other. | Printer
is designed for reliability and serviceability throughout. |
| Auto-resetting board fuses | Fuses protect the printer from surges then reset themselves. | No
fuses to replace while maintaining the integrity of the
electronics. |
| Split ribbon supply hub | Ribbon supply hub is split, allowing the proper back tension for all sizes of ribbons. | Provides
even tension to give smooth, wrinkle free, ribbon operation
and prevent ribbon breakage. |
| Improved fanfold capability | Printhead mechanism is designed to easily accept fanfold media. | Fanfold
media feeds through back of printer, works right every time. |
| 1.5" and 3" media cores | Revolving media hubs available in 1.5" and 3" sizes. | Worldwide focus works with all major sizes of media rolls. |
