طابعة بطاقات Zebra ZC300 ثنائية الجوانب (ZC32-000C000EM00)
Zebra ZC300 Dual-Sided Card Printer (ZC32-000C000EM00) is a versatile and user-friendly ID card printing solution designed for professional dual-sided card production with ground-breaking simplicity. Featuring 300 dpi (11.8 dots/mm) print resolution and edge-to-edge printing capability, this printer delivers high-quality color and monochrome cards with impressive speeds of up to 140…
مقدمة
The Zebra ZC300 Dual-Sided Card Printer (ZC32-000C000EM00) is a sophisticated yet remarkably user-friendly ID card printing solution designed for organizations requiring professional dual-sided card production. Building on the success of the single-sided ZC300 model, this dual-sided variant offers enhanced capabilities while maintaining the ground-breaking simplicity that defines the ZC300 series. Whether printing employee badges, membership cards, access control credentials, or financial cards, the ZC32 delivers exceptional quality and reliability with minimal complexity, making it an ideal choice for organizations of all sizes across various industries.
التصميم والخصائص المادية
The ZC32-000C000EM00 maintains the sleek, modern design aesthetic of the ZC300 series while accommodating the additional hardware required for dual-sided printing. With dimensions of 10.2″ × 6.2″ × 18.4″ (258mm × 157mm × 468mm), it is only slightly deeper than its single-sided counterpart, ensuring it still fits comfortably in space-constrained environments. Weighing 9.7 lbs (4.4kg), just under a pound heavier than the single-sided model, the printer remains lightweight and portable.
The printer’s consumer-good looks make it suitable for customer-facing areas such as retail stores, hotel front desks, and hospital admission counters. Unlike traditional industrial-looking card printers, the ZC32 blends seamlessly into modern office environments while maintaining the robustness required for professional card production.
The thoughtfully designed saloon-style output doors allow users to simply grab one card or an entire stack without opening any compartments. Both input and output hoppers have the same 100-card capacity, reducing the need to refill and empty the hoppers at different intervals.
User Interface and Experience
One of the most significant advantages of the ZC32 model is its highly intuitive user interface. The printer features a graphical color LCD display that provides well-tested icons, animations, and text-based messages in multiple languages, including English, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese (Brazilian), German, Polish, Russian, Simplified Chinese, and Arabic. This multilingual support ensures that users worldwide can interact with the printer in their preferred language.
For manual card feeding operations, the ZC32 incorporates a unique lightpipe that guides users through the process, similar to the way ATMs guide customers through their interactions. This feature significantly simplifies what can otherwise be a complicated procedure.
The printer’s driver has been completely redesigned with a graphical user interface that makes card printing easier than ever. Settings are logically grouped into tabs where they are easily accessible with a single click. A visual display of the card provides an instant preview of how the card will look, eliminating the time and cost associated with repeatedly printing test cards.
تكنولوجيا الطباعة والأداء
The ZC32 utilizes dye-sublimation thermal transfer direct-to-card printing technology to produce vibrant, long-lasting cards. With a print resolution of 300 dpi (11.8 dots/mm), it delivers sharp text, clear barcodes, and vivid images with edge-to-edge printing capability on standard CR-80 media.
The dual-sided printer offers impressive performance metrics:
- Dual-sided color printing (YMCKOK): Up to 140 cards per hour
- Dual-sided monochrome printing: Up to 450 cards per hour
- Single-sided color printing (YMCKO): Up to 200 cards per hour (when only printing on one side)
- Single-sided monochrome printing: Up to 900 cards per hour (when only printing on one side)
These speeds are based on batch printing with USB connectivity and may vary depending on the computer configuration.
التعامل مع البطاقات وسعتها
The ZC32 features a revolutionary card feeder that automatically adjusts to the thickness of each card, eliminating the need for manual adjustments when switching between different card stocks. This auto-adjusting input hopper has a capacity of 100 cards (30 mil), matching the output hopper’s capacity of 100 cards.
For individual card printing needs, the printer also offers a manual card feeding capability with an LED bezel that guides users through the process. This flexibility makes the ZC32 suitable for both batch printing operations and one-off card issuance scenarios.
Ribbon and Consumables Management
Changing ribbons in the ZC32 has been simplified to the point where no instructions are required. The newly designed ribbon door latch unlocks and opens in one motion, while the unique door-handle style grip leaves no question about how to remove or insert the ribbon. Embedded smartchips in the ribbons provide instant notification when it’s time for a replacement.
The printer supports a variety of Zebra True Colours ix Series ribbons, including:
- YMCKO: 200 image rolls
- YMCKO: 300 image rolls
- YMCKOK: 200 image rolls (specifically designed for dual-sided printing with black on the back)
- ½ YMCKO: 400 image rolls
- ½ YMCKOKO: 250 image rolls (for dual-sided printing with color on front, black on back)
- KrO: 700 image rolls
- KdO: 700 image rolls
- Black Monochrome: 2000 image rolls
- Black Monochrome: 1500 image rolls
- White Monochrome: 1500 image rolls
- Red Monochrome: 1500 image rolls
- Blue Monochrome: 1500 image rolls
- Gold Monochrome: 1500 image rolls
- Silver Monochrome: 1500 image rolls
الاتصال والبرمجيات
The ZC32 comes standard with USB 2.0 and built-in 10/100 Ethernet connectivity, with optional 802.11ac Wi-Fi capability for wireless printing. This range of connectivity options provides flexibility in deployment scenarios, from standalone printing stations to shared network resources.
The printer is equipped with 2 GB of flash memory and can process images up to 1006 × 640 pixels in size. It supports auto-calibration of ribbon and features Print Touch NFC tags for online printer help and documentation access.
The ZC32 is compatible with Zebra’s CardStudio™ card design and issuance software, which offers a simple and complete card design experience with basic to advanced features. It’s available in four editions and offers a variety of device integration capabilities.
Encoding Options and Security Features
The ZC32 supports various encoding options to enhance card functionality:
- Magnetic stripe encoder: ISO 7811 (new and pre-encoded, tracks 1, 2, and 3, high and low coercivity, stripe down and stripe up with dual-sided printers)
- Combined MIFARE ISO 14443 A and B (13.56MHz) contactless encoder with 1 SAM slot and optional support for reading iCLASS ISO 15693 and ISO 7816 cards
- ISO 7816 Smart Card Contact Station for third-party external contact encoders
- Third-party contactless encoder integration kit
Security is a priority in the ZC32 design, with features including:
- Printer and host authentication to prevent printing from unauthorized applications or devices
- AES data encryption for government-grade protection of sensitive data during printing
- Kensington® secure lock slot for physical security
- Printer cover lock to prevent theft of card stock and rejected cards in public-facing installations
Environmental Specifications and Durability
The ZC32 is designed to operate in a wide range of environments:
- Operating temperature: 59°F to 95°F (15°C to 35°C)
- Storage temperature: 23°F to 158°F (-5°C to 70°C)
- Operating humidity: 20% to 80% non-condensing
- Storage humidity: 20% to 90% non-condensing
- Media storage: 41°F to 77°F (5°C to 25°C) at 35% to 65% non-condensing humidity, not in direct sunlight
The printer comes with a three-year limited warranty on printer and printhead, reflecting Zebra’s confidence in the product’s durability and reliability.
Advantages of Dual-Sided Printing
The ZC32’s dual-sided printing capability offers several advantages over single-sided printing:
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Enhanced Information Capacity: By utilizing both sides of the card, organizations can include more information without cluttering the design. This is particularly valuable for cards that need to display both identification information and terms and conditions, rules, or additional details.
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Improved Security: The ability to print on both sides allows for the inclusion of additional security features, such as holograms, watermarks, or microtext on the back of the card, making counterfeiting more difficult.
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المظهر المهني: Dual-sided cards often present a more professional and finished appearance, with branding elements on one side and functional information on the other.
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Cost Efficiency: While the dual-sided printer itself represents a higher initial investment than its single-sided counterpart, it eliminates the need to manually flip and reinsert cards for dual-sided printing, saving significant time and reducing the risk of errors.
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Flexibility: The ZC32 can still print single-sided cards when needed, offering maximum flexibility for various card issuance requirements.
التطبيقات
The ZC32 is versatile enough to serve a wide range of applications across various industries:
شركة كبرى
- Employee ID badges with company information on the front and policies on the back
- Visitor badges with visit details on one side and facility rules on the reverse
- Facility access control cards with photo ID on front and access instructions on back
- Corporate event badges with agenda or schedule information on the reverse
تعليم
- Student and faculty ID cards with identification on front and campus rules or emergency information on back
- Library cards with borrowing privileges and rules
- Campus access cards with building hours and contact information
- Event passes with venue maps or schedules on the reverse
التجزئة والضيافة
- Loyalty cards with member information on front and program benefits on back
- Membership cards with photo ID and membership terms
- Gift cards with balance checking instructions and terms of use
- Hotel key cards with room information and hotel amenities or services
الرعاية الصحية
- Patient identification cards with medical information on both sides
- Staff ID badges with emergency protocols on the reverse
- Visitor management cards with facility maps and visiting hours
- Access control credentials with security zones and procedures
Financial Services
- Credit cards with account information and security features
- Debit cards with ATM instructions on the reverse
- Prepaid cards with balance checking information and terms
- Branch membership cards with service information and contact details
خاتمة
The Zebra ZC300 Dual-Sided Card Printer (ZC32-000C000EM00) represents a significant advancement in card printing technology, combining professional-quality dual-sided output with unprecedented ease of use. Its innovative features—from the auto-adjusting card feeder to the intuitive graphical interface—address common pain points in the card printing process, making it accessible to users of all technical skill levels.
With its compact design, flexible connectivity options, and comprehensive security features, the ZC32 is well-suited for a wide range of environments and applications. Whether deployed in a corporate office, educational institution, healthcare facility, or retail setting, this printer delivers reliable performance and exceptional print quality on both sides of the card.
The ZC32’s combination of advanced technology and user-friendly design makes it an excellent choice for organizations looking to bring their dual-sided card printing operations in-house or upgrade from older, more complicated systems. By eliminating the complexity traditionally associated with card printing, the ZC32 allows organizations to focus on their core operations while still maintaining control over their ID card issuance process.
