Dot matrix printer Tally Dascom 919 100 — 24-pin, 360 x 360 DPI, up to 800 cps, Ethernet & USB

Tally Dascom 919 100 is a 24-pin dot matrix printer designed for continuous-form and multipart stationery where reliability and long-term duty are required. It delivers up to 360 x 360 DPI resolution and a print speed of up to 800 characters per second, supporting Epson ESC/P2 and IBM ProPrinter XL24E page languages. The printer offers bi-directional printing, a robust print head life rated for 750 million characters and standard Ethernet and USB 2.0 connectivity, with optional parallel and RS-232 serial interfaces available for legacy systems.

Advantages

The Tally Dascom 919 100 combines durable mechanical design with a high duty cycle and long-lasting components to minimise downtime in industrial, logistics and retail environments. Its 24-pin print head produces reliable multipart copies and the specified resolution supports clear text and simple graphics. Standard Ethernet and USB 2.0 interfaces simplify integration into modern networks while optional legacy ports maintain compatibility with older equipment.

Suitable for

• High-volume printing of invoices, delivery notes and continuous forms
• Printing multipart carbon copies and multipart stationery
• Use in logistics centres, warehouses and manufacturing for labels and reports
• Point-of-sale or back-office applications requiring robust, continuous printing

When it may not be suitable

This dot matrix printer is not intended for high-resolution photo printing or for tasks that require smooth, full-colour output; its strength lies in text and simple graphic reproduction on continuous and multipart media. It may also be less convenient in environments that require fully wireless connectivity or ultra-compact desktop form factors.

Key specifications

• Print technology: 24-pin dot matrix
• Maximum resolution: 360 x 360 DPI
• Maximum speed: up to 800 characters per second (cps)
• Print head life: up to 750 million characters
• Maximum printing width: 136 columns
• Standard interfaces: Ethernet, USB 2.0; optional parallel and RS-232 serial
• Supported page languages: Epson ESC/P2, IBM ProPrinter XL24E
• Weight: 19 kg

How to use

Load continuous-form or multipart stationery into the paper path following the user manual guidance for tractor or friction feed. Install ink ribbons compatible with 24-pin dot matrix print heads and verify paper alignment before starting a print job. Connect the printer to a network using the Ethernet port or to a PC via USB 2.0; configure the page language and appropriate driver (Epson ESC/P2 or IBM ProPrinter XL24E) in the host system. Use bi-directional printing settings where supported to improve throughput and monitor print head wear and ribbon status as part of routine maintenance.

What to consider before purchase

• Confirm compatibility with your host system and required page language (Epson ESC/P2 or IBM ProPrinter XL24E)
• Ensure physical space and handling capability for a 19 kg industrial printer
• Check whether optional parallel or RS-232 interfaces are needed for legacy equipment
• Plan for consumables: correct 24-pin ribbons and multipart paper stock

Usage recommendations

For sustained reliability, use approved ribbons and maintain the paper path free of dust. Schedule regular checks of the print head and adjust tractor feed settings to reduce paper skew when printing multipart forms. Where networked, assign a static IP or reserve an address to simplify printer management and monitoring.