Datecs - PP-55U
Portable Cradle Printer


The PP-55U is Datecs new version of the poplar portable cradle type printer, suitable for a variety of palm and pocket PC hand held type computers that use the USB communication method. An integrated three track magnetic card reader (MCR) and barcode reader option is also available.

The PP55U provides USB connection as either Master or Slave to a variety of devices, including the hand held computer.

The Datec PP-55U can also act as a Hot Sync cradle for all models and a recharge station for rechargable devices.

Software utilities, Printer Manager, Font Manager, Screen Pad, Logo Manager and Print Emulator are included.

Software Developers Kits (SDK) are available for MS embedded VD, C/C++, .NET Compact Framework and AppForge.

Features

  • Ergonomic Handheld Design
  • Fast Direct Thermal Printing
  • Prints Data, Barcodes and Graphics
  • USB connectivity, both master and slave
  • USB HotSync through Printer
  • Longlife LiIon Battery 2000mAh
  • 32 or 42 Column Printing
  • Charges attached PDA while charging
  • Includes Printing Software
  • Replaceable Mounting bracket
  • In printer graphics storage
  • Optional integrated three track magnetic card reader, barcode reader and/or smart card reader
  • 12 Month Return to Base Warranty

Specifications

Physical Characteristics
(Without Computer Installed)
Length200 mm (226 mm with Mag. Card/Barcode Reader)
Width87 mm
Depth50 mm
Weight420 g (incl. battery and paper)
Environmental SpecificationsOperating Temperature 0°C to 45°C
Storage Temperature-25°C to 70°C
Humidity10 - 90%
PowerBattery Type7.2 V (User replacable)
Battery Capacity2000 mAh
Charging Supply9 V DC / 0.5 A
Print Duration
(Per Charge)
Upto 130 m of Printout

Printer Mechanism

Resolution203 dpi (8 dots/mm)
Print Speed50 mm/sec
FontsInbuiltA - 12x24; B - 9x16
DownloadableC - 12x24; D - 9x16

Print Media

Paper TypeThermal Paper, one ply
Paper Width57 mm
Roll Diameter40 mm
InterfacePalm ComputerUSB
Pass ThroughUSB

PP55U Configuration Table

Select the printer option code and append the device option code

 PRINTER OPTION CODE
Base model with no optionsPP55U
USB
with Magnetic Stripe ReaderPP55U-M
with Barcode ReaderPP55U-B
with Smart Card ReaderPP55U-C
 DEVICE OPTION CODE
DEVICEPP55U
Palm Zire 31 201
Palm Zire 72 202
Palm Tungsten E2 203
Palm Tungsten T5 203
Palm Tungsten TX 203
Palm Tungsten E 204
HP iPAQ 1710 205
HP iPAQ 19xx 206
HP iPAQ 110 207
Ordering Information and Pricing
Part Number Model Number Description RRP
Inc GST
T
%
[A] PP55 Series, USB
PP55U-xxx PP55U Portable Printer, USB (for device xxx) $594.00 10%
PP55UM-xxx PP55U-M Portable Printer with Magnetic Card Reader and USB (for device xxx) $704.00 10%
PP55UB-xxx PP55U-B Portable Printer with Barcode reader, USB (for device xxx) $1,012.00 10%
PP55UC-xxx PP55U-C Portable Printer with Smart Card Reader, USB (for device xxx) $803.00 10%
[B] Accessories PP55
1-6009-027-9 PS9RS1000-MP Plug Pack 9Vdc Regulated 1A with Multi-Pole $44.00 10%
1-6009-501-4 PA9R1500-J13P Auto Power Adapter, 9V 1.5A, J13 Connector $33.00 10%
[C] Accessories Common
9-5190-900-1 PP50PC Protective Case $57.75 10%
[D] Consumables
9-9057-542-7 PR5740T/40 Thermal Paper Roll 57mm(w) x 40mm(d) (Pk 40) $39.60 10%
[E] Notes / Links
Extensive on-line support and SDK can be found at pda.datecs.bg
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PP-50 Brochure
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