BIXOLON has launched its XQ-840ll tablet integrated desktop label printer, which has been designed to enhance productivity and label printing in sectors such as retail, manufacturing, healthcare and hospitality.
Labelling is becoming increasingly important for a range of sectors for compliance, tracking and customer-related reasons, and businesses are looking for printer solutions that provide fast and efficient printing.
As a result, the label printer market is burgeoning and the latest entrant into it comes from BIXOLON Europe GmbH, which has launched the XQ-840ll integrated all-in-one tablet and desktop label printer, which is the second generation of its 8-inch Android™ tablet mounted 4-inch (118mm) desktop label printer. This combined tablet and label printer is capable of enhancing label printing, and improving the productivity and business operations across a range of sectors and functions including retail, manufacturing, hospitality and healthcare.
For instance, in retail, the XQ-840II standalone desktop label printer can help with store management and weigh labelling. Within hospitality environments, the XQ-840ll enhances food safety labelling. Healthcare applications include improved pharmacy and asset management; while in manufacturing, the device enhances operations such as inventory tracking, materials handling, and facilities management.
Integration at its best
The XQ-840ll seamlessly integrates a GMS (Google Mobile Services) certified 8-inch tablet, with advanced security features and intuitive touchscreen functionality. Its 2MP auto-focus camera enables quick and accurate barcode scanning; while 4GB RAM and 64GB Flash ensure fast data processing.
Connectivity and performance features of the XQ-840II include:
- Connectivity: Dual-band WLAN (2.4G and 5G), Bluetooth® V5.0, 1 USB, 2 USB Host ports
- Printing performance: Print speeds of up to 6 inches (152mm) per second at 203dpi for sharp text, graphics and 1D/2D barcodes
- Programming language compatibility: The all-in-one solution allows users to easily develop Android apps leveraging the open-source nature of the OS, and conveniently manage updates of the custom-built apps through Google Play Store
- Productivity enhancements: Media roll diameter support of up to 130mm, with optional auto-cutter and a peeler for high volume operations that supports higher productivity.
The XQ-840ll has been engineered with a space-saving and waterproof design, making it ideal for the various sectors that it can be used across. It runs on the Android 13 operating system and provides a high level of manageability for a diverse range of applications through the Google Play Store, which ensures enhanced productivity for users. This device is packed with high-performance features such as expandability, the option to connect peripherals via USB host ports, and a large memory space.
Empowering developers and businesses
This device has been designed to be developer friendly too. It offers Android and Xamarin SDK support for seamless app customisation for development teams within organisations. This enables the XQ-840ll to support the various labelling requirements set out by organisations.
The XQ-840ll also supports a suite of complimentary software applications, including BIXOLON Food Labelling and Label Artist Web, for simpler and lighter printing needs. These apps are downloadable via the integrated tablet’s Google Play Store.
For enhanced device management, the XQ-840ll supports XCM – a Companion Application of the XPM, BIXOLON’s web-based printer profile management software. This enables remote monitoring of label printer status and precise replication of settings across devices, ensuring optimal performance and reduced downtime.
“The XQ-840II overcomes many challenges related to using a separate tablet device and label printer setup,” says Jay Kim, managing director of BIXOLON Europe. “This includes the typical high total cost of ownership, wasted space, connectivity issues and power management inefficiencies that come with managing multiple devices. By combining a tablet and a printer in one compact device, the XQ-840II device saves space, prevents tablet theft, and offers reliable, seamless connectivity options. Further, it enhances the entire label printing process for organisations.”
