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Grey desktop label printer with roll holder and control panel, compact rectangular shape

Cognitive TPG

Cognitive TPG DBD42-2085-G1S DLXi 203 dpi label printer

SKU CH-CRA0-MF3N5 MPN DBD42-2085-G1S

A direct-thermal desktop label printer printing up to 5 ips at 203 dpi with serial, parallel and dual USB ports

  • Print TechnologyDirect Thermal
  • Printer TypeDesktop
  • Print Speed5 ips (127 mm/sec) max.
  • Max Resolution(B&W)Selectable 101 or 203 dpi (8 dpmm)
  • Memory16 MB RAM, 8 MB Flash
  • Fonts IncludedBitmapped: 7 styles with up to 10x10 magnification, variable
  • Direct thermal printing eliminates ribbon costs
  • 203 dpi selectable resolution produces sharp barcodes and text
  • 5 ips maximum print speed handles high-volume labelling
  • USB, USB-A, serial and parallel ports connect to any host
  • Metal frame construction withstands demanding industrial environments

Cognitive TPG DLXi desktop label printer

The Cognitive TPG DLXi DBD42-2085-G1S is a direct thermal desktop printer built for barcode and label tasks in logistics, retail and healthcare. It prints at up to 5 inches per second with selectable 101 or 203 dpi resolution.

Connectivity limits of the multi-interface design

The unit provides Serial DB9, Parallel 1284C, USB A host and USB B device ports on one chassis. No Ethernet or wireless interface is included, so network integration needs an external print server or host computer.

Installation notes and common issues

The metal frame matches legacy Cognitive TPG footprints for drop-in replacement. CPL, EcPL and ZcPL emulations are resident. A USB cable is supplied; parallel and serial cables are not. Media roll diameter is limited to 4.70 inches.

Highlights

  • Direct thermal printing eliminates ribbon costs
  • 203 dpi selectable resolution produces sharp barcodes and text
  • 5 ips maximum print speed handles high-volume labelling
  • USB, USB-A, serial and parallel ports connect to any host
  • Metal frame construction withstands demanding industrial environments

Specifications

BrandCognitive TPG
SeriesDLXi
ModelDBD42-2085-G1S
Print TechnologyDirect Thermal
Printer TypeDesktop
Print Speed5 ips (127 mm/sec) max.
Max Resolution(B&W)Selectable 101 or 203 dpi (8 dpmm)
Memory16 MB RAM, 8 MB Flash
Fonts IncludedBitmapped: 7 styles with up to 10x10 magnification, variable boldness and spacing
International: Sans serif font in 7 pt. sizes, up to 4x4 magnification, variable boldness and spacing
Scalable Smooth Fonts: 3 Ultra Font styles for smooth characters in any size and boldness
Rotations: 0, 90, 180, 270 degrees
Barcode Type29 standard bar codes, including Add2, Add5, Codabar, Code39, Code93, Code 128A/B/C, D2of5, I2of5, EAN8/8+, EAN13/13+, EAN128, Maxicode mode 0, MSI/MSI1, PDF417, Plessey, Postnet, UPCA/A+, DataMatrix, Aztec, QR Code, RSS
Media sizes supportedWidth: 2.00" - 4.25" (50.00 mm - 108.00 mm)
Roll Diameter: 4.70" (119.00 mm)
Indexing: Black bar, notch, and gap
Print SizeWidth (max): 4.10" (104.00 mm)
Length (max): 322.00" (8179.00 mm) at 203 dpi
InterfaceSerial (DB9), Parallel (1284C), USB A & USB B
Features100-240 Vac Power supply
Dimensions6.10" x 6.80" x 9.40"
Weight3.90 lbs.
Shipping weight3.18 kg
Package size320 × 302 × 216 mm

Questions about this item

Which resolution setting should I choose between 101 dpi and 203 dpi for my labels?

Select 203 dpi when you need sharper barcodes or small text on the 4.10-inch maximum print width; choose 101 dpi for faster throughput on larger labels where fine detail is less critical.

What does the 5 inches per second print speed mean for daily label batches?

At the maximum 5 ips (127 mm/sec) the printer produces a 6-inch label in just over one second, so a batch of 100 labels finishes in roughly two minutes of continuous printing.

Which of the four interfaces — Serial DB9, Parallel 1284C, USB A, USB B — will actually limit my data throughput?

USB B runs at USB 2.0 full speed and is the fastest path; Serial and Parallel are legacy interfaces that cap well below that rate, while USB A is a host port for peripherals, not a data input.

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