In-car Printers for Law Enforcement
In-Car Printers for your Patrol Car
What is an in-car printer?
An in-car printer is a mobile printer that travels along with you in the patrol vehicle. Unlike a desktop printer you might find in an office, an in-vehicle printer is compact to fit seamlessly into your already crowded car or SUV. Available in two widths (8-inch and 4-inch), in-car printers are ideal for completing e-citation paperwork:
- Scan motorist’s driver’s license with the 4910LR License Scanner.
- Driver’s information automatically populates into the form on your laptop or tablet.
- Send an electronic copy to headquarters.
- Print a hard-copy for the motorist with your PocketJet® mobile printer.
In addition to eCitations, you can print accident reports, warrants, Amber alerts, summons, parking violations, warnings, and more.
Benefits of Using In-Car Printers for Law Enforcement
Low Maintenance
Unlike inkjet printers, thermal in-vehicle printers have minimal moving parts, which prevents damage from the constant vibrations of a running vehicle. Plus, thermal printers don’t use ink cartridges, so they require less upkeep.
Durable
Built to withstand extreme temperature fluctuations, in-vehicle printers perform in any climate, without discoloration to the citation or report. The rugged design of mobile printers further prevents damage from drops, dust, and moisture.
Officer Safety
Installation is quick, battery life is long, and these printers are fast and easy-to-use, so you can focus on your job responsibilities and situational awareness, rather than figuring out how your printer works.
Portable
In most cases, 8” mobile printers are installed unobtrusively within your vehicle, while 4” mobile printers are conveniently stowed in a shoulder bag or backpack for on-the-go printing from a bike or motorcycle.
8-Inch Printers
Model: PJ822
The PocketJet PJ822 Mobile Printer is a standard go-to for Law Enforcement. At a width of 8.5”, you can print full-sized reports and forms in addition to electronic citations. This compact and affordable in-car thermal printer can be mounted in very tight spaces, including the vehicle’s armrest, headrest, glovebox, and under the seat.
The PJ822 is a printer-only model, meaning that power supply, USB cable, and other printing supplies must be purchased separately.
- 203 DPI (standard resolution)
- Prints up to 13.5 pages per minute
- Increased battery life with up to 600 pages per charge.
- Prints on perforated or continuous thermal paper
- Windows®, MacOS®, and Linux (via USB) OS compatibility
- USB-C universal cabling (cable not included)
- 2-year manufacturer’s warranty
Model: PJ823
Another popular in-car printer for law enforcement, the PocketJet PJ823 Mobile Printer is very similar to the PJ822, though this model prints at a higher resolution for crisper text. Expect full-size, smudge-free reports and citations with this 8.5” wide printer. Conveniently mount the printer according to your personal preferences, in the passenger armrest or headrest, glove compartment, or under the seat.
The PJ823 is a printer-only model, meaning that power supply, USB cable, and other printing supplies must be purchased separately.
- 300 DPI (high resolution)
- Prints up to 13.5 pages per minute
- Prints on perforated or continuous thermal paper
- Windows®, MacOS®, and Linux (via USB) OS compatibility
- USB-C universal cabling (cable not included)
- 2-year manufacturer’s warranty
Model: I80
The I80 is a compact, full-page thermal printer that fits securely and safely into the patrol car. It’s intuitive and easy-to-use, making it simple for Officers to print important documents – without having to give their printer a second thought. This compact and affordable in-car printer can also be mounted in tight spaces, including the vehicle’s armrest, headrest, glovebox, and under the seat.
The I80 is a printer-only model, meaning that power supply, USB cable, and other printing supplies must be purchased separately.
- Prints full 8” pages
- Prints up to 11 pages per minute
- Prints on perforated, continuous, or single sheet thermal paper
- USB, Bluetooth or Wi-Fi connectivity.
- Compatible with Windows, Android and iOS.
- IP54-rated for water & dust resistance.
- 2-year bumper-to-bumper warranty.
4-Inch Printers
Model: RJ4230BL
With a small footprint and long-lasting battery life, the 4-inch RJ4230BL is a well-liked portable option for in-the-field printing. Built in molded rubber housing, this RuggedJet’s parts are reinforced for the utmost durability. This mobile printer is Bluetooth-compatible and rechargeable.
The RJ4230BL package includes both printer and rechargeable smart Li-ion battery. Optional add-on accessories include mounts, carrying cases, shoulder straps, belt clips, spare batteries, DC adapter, battery charger and more.
- Print speed of up to 5 inches per second
- IP54 certification protects from dust and moisture
- 88 ft. drop protection
- Windows®, Android®, Apple iOS® and AirPrint® compatibility
- USB 2.0 & Bluetooth
Model: FP541
The FP541 is a compact, lightweight, and extremely fast mobile printer. At only 4” wide, this printer has large buttons and a user-friendly interface for easy operation. The Fieldpro 541 features and performance were designed for public safety, field sales, and other on-the-go professions.
- Print speed of up to 5 inches per second.
- IP54 rating for dust and water protection.
- Rated for repeated 6-ft drops to concrete.
- Extensive fonts, characters, barcodes, graphic capabilities.
- Windows® and Android® compatibility.
- 0° to 122° F operating temperatures.
Model: ZQ521
The ZQ521 is a lightweight, highly-durable mobile printer. At only 4” wide, the compact printer has large buttons and a user-friendly interface for easy operation. When your linerless printing is complete, the dual-sided tear bar allows you to tear in either direction.
The ZQ521 package includes both printer and removable smart Li-ion battery. Zebra offers a wide range of optional add-on accessories including exoskeleton case, spare batteries, and more.
- Print speed of up to 5 inches per second
- IP54 certification protects from dust and moisture
- Optional IP65 exoskeleton case available for additional protection
- 6 ft. drop protection
- Windows®, Android®, and Apple iOS® compatibility
- Bluetooth connectivity
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