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When the host software cannot be changed, a computer must be connected between the host and the
command language based printer. A computer software application converts the host data into a data
string that the printer will understand:
Host sends existing data Computer adapts data string ZPL commands received from computer
to fit printer
Using Fingerprint, the printer is instead programmed to receive the host data and to pick the
appropriate information from the data string for printing:
Host sends existing data No computer needed Fingerprint adapts data string to fit printer
Furthermore, the Fingerprint printer can also be programmed to handle:
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Operator input using the built-in keyboard and display
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Control other equipment
Operator input
Scale
Scanner
Applicator
Second printer
A Fingerprint printer is like a computer that prints, allowing for a seamless integration to an existing
host system. Furthermore, Fingerprint allows for customizing any type of printer functionality, to even
further meet or exceed the customer’s expectations.
Some unique examples of what Fingerprint can do:
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Handle existing data strings from a host system to create labels with proper data
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Handle existing command language strings (like ZPL) from a host system
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Control other digital equipment like applicators, scales, conveyor belt signals etc.
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Customized printer display and keyboard functions for operator input
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Customized data input/output for a wide variety of interfaces
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Printer resident data bases for distributed data handling
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