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DP8340

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  • 40-Column, 9-pin Dot Matrix Printer
  • Supports Two Color Printing 
  • Ideal Printer for Data Logging Applications
  • Sprocket Model Available (DP8340S)
  • Popular and Cost Effective
The DP8340 is a unique 114mm wide dot matrix impact printer used all around the world in multiple of applications. Its specific width allows it to print report, receipt, data or invoices depending of your needs. Its high reliability and its capability to support 12V, make it a perfect product for many mobile applications in vehicles. Its ability to print black and red has been a great benefit by bringing attention to special items on the receipt.
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SPECIFICATIONS – DP8340

Printer Method

9-Pin Dot Matrix

Print Speed

2 Lines Per Second Bi-Directional

Printer Case Color

Putty

Model Available

Tear Bar Only

Two Color Print Capability

Red & Black Ribbon Required

No. of Columns

40 (12 CPI) default , 48 or 60 column option

Font Size

5 x 9

Character Set

ASCII 96, International and Symbol 64, Block graphics 64, IBM Special 83 & Block graphics 50 (Available on parallel interface only), Download 10 (Available on parallel interface only)

Bar Codes

N/A

Line Spacing

1/6 inch standard

Paper Specifications
DP8340F
DP8340R
DP8340S
Roll Diameter
Thickness


Roll Paper (Width 4.5” / 114.3mm)
Roll Paper (Width 3.25” / 82.55mm)
Sprocket Fanfold (Width 4.5” / 114.3mm)
Up to 80mm
Mac 0.09mm

Ribbon Specifications
SF-01B
SF-03BR


Black (800,000 Characters)
Black/Red (800,000 / 400,000 Characters)

Multiple Copy Support

Original + 1 Copy

Journal Capability

N/A

Label Support

N/A

Data Buffer

Approximately 1.5 KB

Power Supply

External; Requires PS8340 External Power Supply

Drivers Available

Windows® XP 32 Bit, Vista 32/64 Bit, Windows 7 32/64 Bit, Server 2008 32/64 Bit, XP Embedded, CE, POSReady 2009, OPOS™, StarIO SDK

Swappable Interfaces

N/A

Interfaces Offered

RJ45 Serial or Parallel

Peripheral Drive Circuit:
Parallel Model
RJ45 Serial Model


2 circuits, (24V max. 1A), 1 Compulsion input
1 internal circuit

Power

12V DC ( Max 2 amps)
Requires PS8340 External Power Supply

Operating Conditions

Temperature: 5ºC to 40ºC 
Humidity: 10% - 80% RH (without condensation)

Storage Conditions

Temperature: -20ºC to 70ºC 
Humidity: 10% - 95% RH

Dimensions
Weight:

202mm(W) x 200(D) x 98(H) mm
1.9 kg

Safety Standards

UL, C-UL, TüV, CE

Reliability MCBF
Print Head

5 Million Lines
70 Million Characters

Included with Printer

Paper Holders, Re-Roll Prevention Guard, Ribbon Cartridge, DIP Switch Cover, User Manual

Warranty

3 Year Limited Manufacturer Warranty (US and Canada)

Options

External Power Supply (PS8340)
12V Mobile Power Supply


HARDWARE FEATURES AND BENEFITS – DP8340

Small Foot Print

Save precious counter space

Proven Reliability

MCBF: 10 Million Lines

Multiple Width Models

DP8340F
DP8340R



4.5 inch wide paper
3.25 inch wide paper

Sprocket Models Available

DP8340S

Supports tractor feed-type paper

4.5 inch wide paper

Two Color Capable

Highlight important information

Small Foot Print

Save precious counter space

Multiple Copy Support

Print multiple part forms; Supports Original + 1 copies

12 VDC Power

Perfect for mobile applications


OPTIONS AND ENHANCEMENTS – DP8340

External Power Supply
PS8340


The PS8340 is a compact power supply that can be set beside or behind the printer or easily hidden away underneath a counter.

Mobile Power Supply

The Mobile Power Supply allows users to put the DP8340 into vehicle applications like printing law enforcement tickets, truck tickets, and more.


Part Number Model Description
89200010 DP8340FM US Impact, Friction, 2 Color, Tear Bar, Mod Serial, Putty, Ext PS
89200110 DP8340FC US Impact, Friction, 2 Color, Tear Bar, Parallel, Putty, Ext PS
89201010 DP8340SM US Impact, Sprocket, 2 Color, Tear Bar, Mod Serial, Putty, Ext PS
89201110 DP8340SC US Impact, Sprocket, 2 Color, Tear Bar, Parallel, Putty, Ext PS
89202010 DP8340RM US Impact, Friction, 2 Color, Tear Bar, Mod Serial, Putty, Ext PS
89202110 DP8340RC US Impact, Friction, 2 Color, Tear Bar, Parallel, Putty, Ext PS
89208085 DP8340FD-EU Impact, Friction, 2 Color, Tear Bar, Serial, Putty

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