A label printer is needed when a store prints price tags, barcodes, or product labels. The video compares printing methods and connection options. Before choosing, determine which labels you use, how wide they need to be, and how many workstations will print them each day.
What to consider
Thermal and thermal transfer printing differ in their consumables and print durability. Also check that the printer interface is compatible with your computer and network setup. After connecting it, print a test label from Торгсофт and check the barcode with a scanner.
Video contents
- 00:00 — Introduction
- 00:30 — What types of barcode printers are there?
- 00:40 — What is the difference between printing on direct thermal and thermal transfer printers?
- 01:10 — Advantages of thermal transfer labels
- 02:45 — Choosing print width or consumable material
- 03:45 — Overview of universal printers
- 04:25 — Choosing a connection interface - explanation of different printer connection options, such as USB and Ethernet
- 05:40 — Overview of printers with a built-in WIFI module that allow wireless operation
- 06:10 — Bluetooth connection
- 06:30 — Points to consider when choosing a label
- 07:20 — Summary
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