Zebra ZD621: ZPL guide
The Zebra ZD621 is a desktop printer that supports ZPL. Below are its key specs for designing and printing labels, plus tools to preview your ZPL before sending it.
Key specifications
| Model | Zebra ZD621 |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 203 / 300 DPI |
| Maximum print width | 104 mm (4.09") @ 203 DPI · 108 mm (4.25") @ 300 DPI |
| Type | desktop |
| Technology | Direct thermal and thermal transfer |
| Print speed | 8 ips / 203 mm/s at 203 DPI; 6 ips / 152 mm/s at 300 DPI |
| Memory | 512 MB Flash; 256 MB SDRAM |
| Firmware / languages | ZPL II; EPL 2; XML; ZBI; PDF Direct |
| Media width | 15-108 mm direct thermal; 15-118 mm thermal transfer |
| Maximum label length | 991 mm (39.0 in) |
| Connectivity | Ethernet, USB 2.0, USB Host and serial; Wi-Fi/Bluetooth options depending on configuration |
| Media sensors | Full-width movable reflective/black mark sensor; multi-position transmissive/gap sensor |
Designing labels for the ZD621
Build your ZPL by matching the DPI to the printer and a width within the stated maximum. Preview it in the viewer to avoid clipping or wasted media.
| DPI | Maximum width | ^PW value |
|---|---|---|
| 203 DPI | 104 mm | ^PW831 |
| 300 DPI | 108 mm | ^PW1276 |
^PW sets the printable width in dots. Use the value that matches the real DPI of your printer.
^XA
^PW831
^LL1199
^FO40,40^A0N,38,38^FDZebra ZD621 - 203 DPI^FS
^FO40,100^GB751,2,2^FS
^FO40,130^A0N,28,28^FD104 mm / 831 dots^FS
^XZOfficial source
Technical data collected from Zebra ZD600 Series specification sheet.
View Zebra sourceFrequently asked questions
What resolution (DPI) does the ZD621 have?
Check the specs table: it lists the DPI available for this model.
Can I preview my ZPL for the ZD621 without printing?
Yes. Paste your code into the ZPL viewer and set the ZD621 DPI to see the label exactly as it will print.
About the author
Eduard Diaz
Eduard Diaz is an IT technician (development) at S-IE, an official Zebra partner with more than 20 years providing identification and labelling services. He builds and maintains EditorZPL to make working with ZPL and Zebra label printers easier.
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