Desktop Label Printer

Outstanding Series

OS-2140 203dpi

OS-2140D 203dpi

OS-214plus 203dpi
 Desktop Label Printer
Outstanding Series

Features

● 300dpi high and 203dpi low resolution models

available

● Centronics Parallel, RS-232, and USB

interfaces available Applications
● Durable and easy maintenance : only 10 Postal & mailing
screws disassemble entire unit Patient Tracking
● Snap-in thermal print head loads in 2 seconds Laboratory specimen labeling
Shipping & receiving
● Easy media loading & ribbon installation
Inventory labeling
● Detachable top cover for kiosk and other
Retail tag
special applications
Document labeling
● PPLA, PPLB, PPLZ emulations available
Stationary labeling
● Support 1D/GS1 Data bar, 2D/Composite Parts making
codes and QR barcodes Electronics parts labeling
● Full range of options :Cutter, stacker,
memory card, font card, RTC and standalone
keyboard (Argokee)
 Product Values OS-2140
The OS-2140 thermal transfer printer provides advanced functions and performance in a
durable, space-saving design. A rapid print speed of 4 inches per second ensures increased
efficiency and the large 4M Flash and 8M DRAM onboard memory handles a broad range of
applications. The USB interface ensures compatibility with a variety of computers and other
devices. Other improvements include much quieter printing compared with other printers in this
OS-2140 class. The printer’s durable, high-impact ABS housing and all-metal print mechanism assure
years of dependable performance. The printer supports 1D/GS1 Data Bar, 2D/Composite codes
and QR barcodes. Style, ease-of-use, space-savings, price, and printing performance are what
define the new OS-2140 thermal transfer printer.

OS-2140D
The OS-2140D direct thermal barcode printer offers excellent value for meeting your low- to
medium-volume printing requirements. Fast and reliable with a printing speed of 4 inches per
second, this printer features a 32-bit CPU, 4M Flash memory and 8M DRAM. It also offers
extended printing length of up to 100-inches to facilitate a wide range of media. Space-saving
OS-2140D and user-friendly the OS-2140D is simple to set up and operate, and creating labels is easy.
A see-through window lets users monitor when to change media. A USB interface offers more
flexible connectivity. The printer supports 1D/GS1 Data Bar, 2D/Composite codes and QR
barcodes. The OS-2140D provides true value for a compact and dependable high-performance
direct thermal printer.

OS-214plus
The OS-214plus is the newest generation of Argox's most successful medium volume printer
model. Its attractive and stylish design is just one of several new features and advanced functions.
The significantly larger onboard memory increases print capability for producing a wider range
of label applications. A full-speed USB interface adds flexibility for use with any of today's
OS-214plus
notebook and other computers. Its space-saving design offers the same small footprint and light
weight as previous models for easy and convenient placement. The new OS-214plus maintains
Argox's leading position as the industry standard for style, price, and performance.
*Maximum Default Delay Time to Sleep (minutes): 5

> Standalone mode with Argokee > Standalone mode with scanner > External media stacker for 8" OD paper roll
 Specifications OS-2140 OS-2140D OS-214plus
Printing Method Direct Thermal / Thermal Transfer Direct Thermal Direct Thermal / Thermal Transfer
Printing Resolution 203 dpi (8 dots/mm)
Printing Speed Up to 4 ips (102mm/s) 2 ~ 4 ips (51~102mm/s) 2~ 3 ips (51~76mm/s)
Printing Length Max100"(2540mm) Max 100”(2540mm) Max 43”(1092mm)
Printing Width Max 4.16”(105mm) Max 4.16”(105mm) Max 4.16”(105mm)
8MB DRAM(6MB user available)，4MB Flash ROM(2MB user available) 8MB DRAM(7MB user available)，
Memory 4MB Flash ROM(3MB user available)
CPU Type 32 bit RISC microprocessor
Media Sensor Media gap/ black line reflective sensor, ribbon end sensor
Operation Interface LED indicator (Power/Ready)x 2，Button (Feed) x 1
Communication Interface RS-232, USB Centronics Parallel, RS-232, USB
Internal character sets standard
5 alpha-numeric fonts from 0.049”H ~ 0.23” H (1.25mm ~ 6.0mm)
Fonts Internal fonts are expandable up to 24x24
4 direction 0 ~ 270 rotation
Soft fonts are downloadable, Ability to print Windows True Type Fint easily(OS-2140D only)
PPLA:Code 39, UPC-A, UPC-E,Code 128 subset A/B/C, EAN-13, EAN-8, HBIC, Codabar, Plessey, UPC2, UPC5, Code 93, Postnet, UCC/EAN-128,
UCC/EAN-128 K-MART, UCC/EAN-128 Random Weight, Telepen, FIM,Interleave 2 of 5 (Standard/with modulo 10 checksum/with human readable
check digit/with modulo 10 checksum & shipping bearer bars), GS1 Data bar (RSS)
PPLB:Code 39 Std. & Extended, UPC-A, UPC-E, Matrx 2 of 5, UPC-Interleaved 2 of 5,Code 39 with check sum digit, Code 93, EAN-13, EAN-8
1D Barcodes
(Standard, 2 /5digit add-on), Codabar, Postnet, Code128 subset A/B/C, Code 128 UCC (shipping container code), Code 128 auto, UCC/EAN code
128 (GS1-128),
Interleave 2 of 5, Interleaved 2 of 5 with check sum, Interleaved 2 of 5 with human readable check digit, German Postcode, Matrix 2 of 5,UPC
Interleaved 2 of 5, EAN-13 2/5 digit add-on, UPCA 2/5 digit add-on, UPCE 2/5 digit add-on, GS1 Data bar (RSS)
PPLZ:Code39, UPC-A, UPC-E, Postnet, Code128 subset A/B/C, Interleave 2 of 5, Interleaved 2 of 5 with check sum, Interleaved 2 of 5 with human
readable check digit, Code 93, Code 39 with check sum digit, MSI, EAN-8, Codabar, Code 11, EAN-13, Plessey, GS1 Data bar (RSS), Industrial 2 of
5, Standard 2 of 5, Logmars

PPLA /PPLZ : MaxiCode, PDF417,Data Matrix (ECC 200 only), QR code, Composite Codes, Aztec, Micro PDF 417
2D Barcodes PPLB: MaxiCode, PDF417, Data Matrix (ECC 200 only), QR code, Composite Codes, Aztec

OS-2140 & OS-2140D:

PPLA/PPLB: PCX, BMP, IMG, HEX,GDI, Binary raster(PPLB Only)
PPLZ: GRF, HEX, GDI
Graphics
OS-214plus:
PPLA: PCX, BMP, IMG, HEX ,GDI
PPLB: PCX, Binary raster , GDI

Emulation PPLA / PPLB / PPLZ PPLA / PPLB

Software - Label editing Windows Driver (Win XP/Vista/Windows 7/8)BarTender® from Seagull Scientific
Software - Utility Printer Utility, Font Utility
Media Type Roll-feed, die-cut, continuous, fan-fold, tags, ticket in thermal paper or plain paper
Max Width: 4.33”(110mm) Max Width: 4.33”(110mm) Max Width: 4.33”(110mm)
Min Width: 1”(25.4mm) Min Width: 1”(25.4mm) Min Width: 1”(25.4mm)
Media Thickness: 0.0025”~0.01”(0.0635~0.254mm) Thickness: 0.0025”~0.01”(0.0635~0.254mm) Thickness: 0.0025”~0.01”(0.0635~0.254mm)
Max roll capacity(OD): 4.3”(109mm) Max roll capacity(OD): 4.3”(109mm) Max roll capacity(OD): 4.3”(109mm)
Core size: 0.5”(12.7mm) / 1”(25.4mm) Optional Core size: 0.5”(12.7mm), 1”(25.4mm) optional Core size: 0.5”(12.7mm) / 1”(25.4mm) Optional

Ribbon Width: 1”~4” Ribbon Width: 1”~4”

Ribbon roll – max OD: 1.45”(37mm) Ribbon roll – max OD: 1.45”(37mm)
Ribbon Ribbon Length: max 92m N/A Ribbon Length: max 92m
Core size – ID: 0.5”(13mm) with notch, Wax, Core size – ID: 0.5”(13mm) with notch, Wax,
Wax/Resin, Resin (Outside Ribbon) Wax/Resin, Resin (Outside Ribbon)

Dimensions W 186mm x H 165mm x L 278mm

Weight 2.0Kgs
Power Source Universal Switching Power Supply Input: 100V~240V±10%, 1.5A, 50~60Hz, Output: 24VDC, 2.4A
Operation Temperature: 40°F~100°F (4°C~38°C), 0% ~ 90% non-condensing,
Operation Environment
Storage Temperature: -4°F~122°F (-20°C~50°C)
Cutter, Stacker, RTC Card, 2MB Asian
Font Card [Traditional Chinese,
Optional Items Cutter, Stacker, RTC Card, ArgoKee
Simplified Chinese, Korean and
Japanese ], ArgoKee

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