E-Class Mark III ™

Desktop Barcode Printers

The E-Class Mark III is a family of compact desktop thermal printers that are
designed for a wide variety of industries and applications that require a reliable and
cost effective barcode printer. Datamax-O’Neil applied its industrial printer expertise
features at a glance to provide customers with an entry level printer that has the features and reliability
normally found in more expensive printers. The E-Class Mark III is affordable to own,
easy to use and economical to operate.
• Easy Loading - The horizontal split cabinet
with a rear hinge allows for easy ribbon We’ve made the E-Class Mark III easy to use with quick loading media and an
and label loading. interactive LCD screen. Users will also notice a substantial reduction in their
daily operational costs thanks to the E-Class Mark III’s larger media and ribbon
• Rugged Construction - Double wall roll capacity. The E-Class Mark III is one of the best values on the market. It is
construction and concentric hinges provide competitively priced with a proven design and reliable performance that will
rugged structural integrity. continue to operate long after other printers have failed.
Why pay for features you don’t need? The E-Class is available in four distinct models
• Wrap around media window - Allows that offer the features necessary to meet the broadest range of customer
operator to visually verify the media
requirements. A breakdown of features for each model is provided in the table on
level without interrupting the printing
the next page.
operation.

• S afe from spills –The sealed user interface popular applications

panel is sealed to prevent liquids and
Manufacturing Retail
debris from damaging the sensitive user •Product Labels • Item Labels
controls. •Work-in-Progress • Shelf Tags
• Repairs Tracking • Specials and Talkers
• Agency Labels • Returns Labeling/Tagging
• L owered Ribbon Costs – Larger one-inch
• Instructions
core standardized ribbons cost less than
the typical smaller desktop ribbons.
Healthcare Postal Service
• Specimen Tracking • Shipping Labels
• L arge Media Roll - Reduce interruptions • Records Labeling • Parcel Routing
and increase up time with larger media • Patient ID Wristbands • Delivery Management
capacity on the Professional + model. • Asset Identification
• Pharmacy

• Internal Fan Fold Stack - Protects media

from the environment and eliminates curl
your benefits
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on the Professional + model. Did you know?
 ffordable to Own - The E-Class
A Using quality labels and paper can
• E asy Serviceability – No tools or experience significantly prolong the life of your
Mark III was carefully designed to printhead. Datamax-O’Neil offers a wide
required to replace the most critical parts,
maximize your investment value variety of high quality media for its printers
the printhead and platen roller.
by offering a competitive purchase price, including custom and stock labels and
double walled construction for increased receipts, ticketing media, and cleaning
• L arge Graphical Display – Allows for quick durability and a proven design for long term products. When you choose Datamax-
and easy changes and provides visual reliability. O’Neil, you receive a proven commitment to
status indication (Professional models only). superior quality. Quality that results
Easy to Use - The E-Class Mark III in performance and
makes it easy to replace existing compatibility...
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 ptional Wireless – 802.11 a/b/g and Guaranteed.
printers or install new ones with
Bluetooth communication makes it easy to
popular language emulations included with
share, manage, and place printers where
each printer and a selection of connectivity
you need them (Professional models only). options. Users will appreciate the easy-to-use
LCD screen and quick loading media/ribbon.
•B
 attery Pack – Go mobile with the long
lasting MPU-400 battery pack accessory. Economical to Operate - The
E-Class Mark III reduces daily
operational costs by minimizing
power consumption, and reducing the costs
associated with printer consumables such as
labels and ribbons.
product specifications

Basic Advanced Professional Professional+

The Advanced model is The Professional model is for

for applications that need sophisticated applications
networking communications, that require a higher level of
The Basic model meets the needs The Professional + (plus) model
faster print speed, or special interface capabilities, higher
of the most popular barcoding is for applications that require
media compatibility. The performance, and wireless
applications. USB and serial a large internal media capacity.
Advanced model includes all communications. It features
ports are included as standard The Professional + has all the
the features and options of the a graphical display with a
features. Optional 300dpi, features of the Professional,
Basic, plus it includes parallel and navigational menu interface, real
thermal transfer and label peeler including a large internal roll,
Ethernet communications ports, time clock, audible alarm, USB
are also available. internal fan folded media, and
a positionable media indexing host connectivity, faster print
an optional cabinet lock.
sensor and prints at up to speed, and optional wireless LAN
5 inches per second. and Bluetooth communications.

Model
E-4204B (203dpi) E-4205A (203dpi) E-4206P (203dpi) E-4206L (203dpi)
E-4304B (300dpi) E-4305A (300dpi) E-4305P (300dpi) E-4305L (300dpi)
Communication Options
USB 2.0 USB 2.0 USB 2.0 USB Host
Serial RS232 Serial RS232 Serial RS232 802.11 a/b/g Wireless LAN (optional)
Parallel Bi-directional Parallel Bi-directional Bluetooth® v2.0 (optional)
10/100 BaseT Ethernet 10/100 BaseT Ethernet
Dimensions
8.01”w x 7.36”h x 11.10”d (203.5mm x187mm x 282mm) 8.01”w x 9.56”h x 14”d
(203.5mm x 243mm x 356mm)
Weight
5.25 lbs (2.4 kg) 7.7 lbs (3.5 kg)
Speed
4ips (101mm/s) 5ips (127mm/s) 6ips (152mm/s) @ 203dpi; 5 ips (127mm/s) @ 300dpi
Maximum Print Width
4.25” (108 mm) @ 203dpi (8 dots/mm); 4.16”(106 mm) @ 300dpi (12 dots/mm)
Maximum Media Roll Diameter
5” (127 mm) 7.2” (183 mm)
Media Core Diameter
Min: 1” (25 mm) / Max: 1.5” (38 mm) Min: 1” (25 mm) / Max: 3” (76 mm)
Memory
64MB Flash / 16MB DRAM 64MB Flash / 32MB DRAM
Power Source Options/Accessories
Fitted Lower Enclosure for Power Converter (optional) Does not attach to cabinet
Fitted Lower Enclosure for Power Converter & Battery Pack (accessory)
Indicators/Display
Two Light Indicators with 3 Colors Two Light Indicators with 3 Colors
Monochrome Multi-Line Graphical Display
Configuration Menu System
Audible Alert
Real Time Clock
key benefits

3 Dimensions of Value
Value is more than just the purchase price of a product. It is a balance between cost, features and sustainability. 
We call this the 3 Dimensions of Value. The E-Class Mark III incorporates all these dimensions. It is affordable to own,
easy to use and economical to operate.

Affordable to Own Competitive Purchase Price Reliable Performance

The E-Class Mark III is priced lower Unlike ink jet and laser printers, the
than other printers in its category. E-Class Mark III is designed to handle
sticky labels reliably and does not require
Durable Construction
constant cleaning and servicing.
We’ve utilized proven designs and
rugged double wall construction Low Maintenance
to ensure that your printer will last Aside from the printhead and platen
longer than other printers on the roller, the E-Class Mark III has a relatively
market. small number of moving parts to wear out
and will save you money in repairs.

Easy to Use Change Media Faster and Less Often Easy to Install
Media rolls are easy to change and Installation is easy with a variety of
the ribbon rolls are 3 times larger so wired and wireless communication
you do it less often. options, Windows® drivers and factory/
dealer level resets.
Simple to Operate
The E-Class Mark III includes easy- Language Emulation Operating System
to-use controls and the Professional The printer’s operating system
models include a large graphic understands many printer languages
display. so system integration does not require
programming changes.

Economical to Operate Minimize Power Consumption Reduce Material Waste

The E-Class Mark III has a stationary Unlike laser or inkjet printers that
printhead that only heats the exact waste media, the E-Class Mark III
dots needed saving you energy. prints individual labels, allowing you
to print exactly what you need so there
Lower Material Cost are never any unprinted labels to throw
Unlike most small desktop printers, away.
the E-Class Mark III uses economical,
high capacity ribbons that effectively
pay for the printer.

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Datamax-O’Neil Extended Warranties provide the coverage you’ve been seeking for the worry-free operation of your
printer long after the original warranty period has expired. Extended Warranties include quick response times, a variety of
comprehensive options and a broad choice of contract duration options. (not available in all countries)
product specifications

print technology barcodes/fonts/graphics media compatibility

• Printer type: • Barcodes: • Label/tag roll:
– Direct thermal; optional thermal transfer – Linear: Code 3 of 9, UPC-A, UPC-E, – Width range: 0.75” – 4.40” (19 – 112mm)
• Print length range: Interleaved 2 of 5 (I 2 of 5), Code 128, – Thickness range: 0.0025” - 0.01” (0.06 -
– 0.375” - 99” (9.5mm - 2514mm) EAN-13, EAN-8, HBIC, Codabar, Interleaved 0.25mm)
2 of 5 with a module 10 checksum, – Winding: wound in or out
• Resolution:
Plessey, Interleaved 2 of 5 with a module 10
– 203 dpi (8 dots/mm) • Ribbons:
checksum & shipping bearer bars, 2 digit
– Optional 300 dpi (12 dots/mm) UPC addendum, 5 digit UPC addendum, – Maximum outside diameter: 2.6” (65mm)
Code 93, Postnet, UCC/EAN Code 128, – Core diameters: 0.5” (13mm) or
physical characteristic 1” (25mm) - requires provided adaptors
K-Mart NON EDI barcode, Telepen
• Color: – 2D Symbologies: UPS MaxiCode, FIM, – Minimum core widths: 4.3” (109mm) for
PDF-417, DataMatrix, QR Code, Aztec, 0.5”diameter or 1” (25mm) for 1”diameter
– Pantone® warm gray
Code 128 with auto Subset Switching, GS1 – Maximum core width: 4.3” (109mm)
• Operating temperature:
Databar (replaced RSS), TCIF Linked Bar – Width range: 1” – 4.3” (25mm – 109mm)
40°F to 95°F (4°C to 35°C) Code 3 of 9 (TLC39), MicroPDF 417 – Winding: coated side in (CSI) or coated side
• Construction: • Resident fonts: out (CSO)
– Split case with rear concentric hinge – Ten alphanumeric fonts from 0.08” to 0.25” • Index Sensor Range:
– Double walled high strength thermoplastic (2mm to 6mm) including OCR-A, OCR-B, – Transmissive (top and bottom sensor
– Clear wrap around media window CG Triumvirate™ smooth font from AGFA® combination): gap, hole or notch
• Power source: • Downloadable font types: » Basic: 0.19” (5mm) right of CL
– Auto-ranging power converter – True-Type, AGFA® Intellifont™, Bitmap » Adv/Pro/Pro+: 1.65” (42mm) left of CL to
integration • Character set: 1.33” (34mm) right of CL
– Modified IBM® Code Page 850; includes – Reflective (bottom sensor only) bar, hole or
• Communication Ports: characters for English and most European, notch
Scandinavian and Spanish speaking » Basic: 0.19” (5mm) right of CL
Basic Adv Pro Pro+ countries. » Adv/Pro/Pro+: 2.28” (58mm) left of CL to
Serial RS232 Standard – 50 Resident code pages 1.33” (34mm) right of CL
USB 2.0 Standard • Font expansion/rotation: • Internal fanfold stack (Pro+ models only):
Parallel Bi-directional Standard – All fonts expandable vertically and – Maximum depth: 6.5” (165mm)
10/100 BaseT Ethernet Standard horizontally up to 24x; fonts and graphics – Maximum height: 5.3” (135mm)
can be printed in four directions: 0°, 90°,
USB Host Standard – Maximum width: 4.25” (108mm)
180° and 270°s
802.11 a/b/g Optional
• Graphics supported: accessories
Bluetooth® v2.0 Optional
– .PCX, .BMP, .IMG format files
• 802.11 a/b/g: • Reversible field/mirror image: • Battery pack
– Network standard: IEEE 802.11 a/b/g – Any font or graphic field can be printed as a • External rewinder
– Wireless access modes: Infrastructure and normal or reverse image • Auto Loading Chute (not available for Pro+)
ad-hoc • External media (large roll) holder
– Security Protocols:
agency approval
• Security Kit - Cabinet Lock and Tethering Point
WEP WPA WPA2 Contact sales representative for the most current (Pro+ only)
Modes PSK/Enterprise approval list options
Security/
64/128 TKIP/RC4 CCMP/AES warranty
Encryption • Thermal transfer (includes 1” ribbon adaptors)
LEAP, EAP-PEAP, EAP-FAST, • Printer*: 1 year (including platen roller and • High resolution (300 dpi)
Authentication
EAP-TTLS, EAP-LEAP installed options) • Wireless LAN field installable (Professional
• Printhead*: 1 year or 1,000,000 inches models only)
– Network support: DHCP, TCP/IP, UDP, DNS, whichever comes first • Bluetooth® v2.0 field installable (Professional
BOOTP • Contact sales representative for extended models only)
• Software: warranty options • Label (peeler) Dispenser w/Sensor field
– NETira CT: Configuration tool (Professsional *when used with approved supplies installable
models only) • Cutter w/Sensor field installable (Not available on
– DMX Config: Printer configuration tool Basic)
(Basic and Advanced models only)
– DMX Net Manager: Networked printer
management tool (Advanced models only)
– Embedded Configurator: Resident printer
configuration tool
– Drivers: Windows® XP, Windows® Vista,
Windows® NT
• Firmware:
– Updates: Available online
– Universal Printer Command Language Support:
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