Comments on: Review: Datecs PP-50 Palm Printer

As convenient as it is to carry information around in a handheld, eventually some things need to be printed out. Carrying around a large printer to be used with a small handheld is impractical so DATECS has developed the PP-50, a clip-on printer with versions for the Palm III and V series, the Visor, and the HandEra 330. Long-time reviewer Robert Zach brings us this review.

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not even going to read the review

drw @ 9/7/2001 5:34:36 PM #

Form factor is too small. I could make use of the Canon BJC-55, but at $349 forget it.

David in Pflugerville, TX

RE: not even going to read the review

I.M. Anonymous @ 9/8/2001 4:15:56 AM #

Why Dont you get a BJC-80 Refurb for $160 instead then?
http://makeashorterlink.com/?R2274109

RE: not even going to read the review

I.M. Anonymous @ 9/8/2001 10:55:40 AM #

If you were not going to read the review why bother posting? Just because the product does not meet your needs is no reason to disrespect the reviewer and his efforts.

JWG

Wow

Coyote67 @ 9/7/2001 5:53:00 PM #

I have to say this is a very interesting product. I have been considering opening a computer repair/upgrade shop and would definatly get this to print out anything that I'd need to print (receipts and what nots). Very impressive. Great review.

OH my god...becky, look at her....Prism.

It's about time!

ahecht @ 9/8/2001 6:20:37 AM #

I've been waiting for a device like this ever since I got my first palm!

Compatible to Palm IIIc

I.M. Anonymous @ 9/8/2001 5:59:15 PM #

Is the Datecs PP-50 Palm Printer compatible with the Palm IIIc?

ttamsing@yahoo.com

RE: Compatible to Palm IIIc

ahecht @ 9/8/2001 9:55:52 PM #

probably not. the palm IIIc is taller than the III.

RE: Compatible to Palm IIIc

Rob @ 9/9/2001 10:15:07 PM #

ttamsing-

I just tested the PP-50 with my Palm IIIc...it works just fine. I do not know why DATECS does not list it as compatible. Maybe it's not a printer issue, maybe it is the serial port use or something like that.

With my IIIc the PP-50 works just fine. One caveat, the applications are not color enabled.

-Robert Zach

Palm Printer--

EJSHUMAK @ 9/11/2001 2:51:54 AM #

This really looks great -- I would like to see it just a bit less expensive however--

Better than Sipix

I.M. Anonymous @ 9/12/2001 2:00:11 AM #

Is this really that much better than the printer that Sipix makes? Not that I have either, just wondering.

RE: Better than Sipix

I.M. Anonymous @ 9/13/2001 6:01:11 AM #

Depends what you mean by better. The Sipix is primarily a flat sheet printer: the Datecs is roll paper. Let's say you've got an app where you print out reciepts in the cab of a truck, keeping flat sheets around and individually feeding them is a no-no. The Datecs printout is pretty narrow -like a till roll, but clear and quick.

Steve Brown

RE: Better than Sipix

I.M. Anonymous @ 11/19/2001 7:05:25 AM #

sipix also takes a6 rolls. This is half the width of fax paper. Rolls are about 2.5 meters long, which is not brilliant, but the printer is very small.

I think the advantage of the sipix of this unit is that it's not actually attached to the palm unit, in some circumstances this would be prefered, for example if you have a GPS in the compact flash slot as I do, that is the reason we have chosen the SiPix over any other model.

Good looking printer though and we will definately consider this for other projects.

Monarch

I.M. Anonymous @ 10/2/2001 9:31:30 AM #

Monarch also makes a similar printer. They have a 6015 model that is just a printer and a 6017 model that inclues a card reader.
http://www.monarch.com/products/6015.htm
http://www.monarch.com/products/6017.htm

They are twice as expensive.

RE: Monarch

Termezy @ 10/15/2001 1:17:36 PM #

We are a software development company . We have to make a choice between the two of them based on the quality of print , the running cost and maintenance...

Have you used both and can you compare?

RE: Monarch

jeff@ipcprint.com @ 2/10/2002 1:32:15 PM #

The main comparison I have for the Monarch is that it twice the price of the PP-50 and prints at half of the speed. The one piece price for the Monarch is $399 and the print speed is 1 inch per second. The PP-50 one piece price is $199 and prints at 2 inches a second. Please contact me at jeff@ipcprint.com if you need more info on the PP-50 printer. IPC is the Master Distributor for the PP-50 unit.

Wish I would have known a week ago!

diamondchic @ 10/24/2001 11:19:20 PM #

I bought the sipix a week ago. It is a good printer for what I need, but this pp-50 seems much more versatile for only $50 more...poor me!

Do your research next time.

I.M. Anonymous @ 10/24/2001 11:52:22 PM #

This article has been here since 9-6-01, dummy.

RE: Wish I would have known a week ago!

I.M. Anonymous @ 11/19/2001 7:09:22 AM #

why is the writer a dummy for not finding this article until after he bought his printer.

sounds like you're the dummy, cos this is what's called sods law. as soon as you buy something, you'll always find something cheaper and better.

Printer PP-50

I.M. Anonymous @ 11/12/2001 9:28:36 AM #

We want to use a palm connected to a magnetic card reader and also to a thermal printer.
I saw in one of your pages you have some information about Datecs PP-50 printer, I would like to know how the printer is connected to the Palm.
Thanks in advance.

RE: Printer PP-50

jeff@ipcprint.com @ 2/10/2002 1:27:54 PM #

Your PDA will slide into a cradle that will lock it in place. Thus, it is connected at the bottom. We are also in the process of developing a PP-50 with an attached mag stripe at the top. My name is Jeff Scott and I work for IPC. We are the master distributor for the PP-50 (by Datecs). Please feel free to contact me at jeff@ipcprint.com or visit our web site www.ipcprint.com

RE: Printer PP-50

I.M. Anonymous @ 3/26/2002 9:52:50 AM #

I need more information about the possibility of using Palm m500 series product with a thermal
printer and smartcard reader attachment. Further I need to know if any value added device is
available to enable Palm m500 as smart card reader. For thermal printing I know that PP-50 can
be used. If such a device is available the requirement is for about 2000 units over a period of
12months approx. Pls let me know.

PP-50 Smart Card Application

jeff@ipcprint.com @ 3/29/2002 12:07:18 AM #

Hello PP-50 Smart Card Application Developer. We are able to modify/enhance the PP-50 with Smart Card capability. Please e-mail me your specific application information so that we can get started (jeff@ipcprint.com). My name is Jeff Scott and I'm the Director of Sales for IPC. We are the master distributor for the PP-50 in North America. We work together with the factory to make custom configurations of the PP-50. Also feel free to call me at (888)624-9574.

With Palm M105 ?

I.M. Anonymous @ 1/17/2002 6:37:26 PM #

Is the Datecs PP-50 Palm Printer compatible with the Palm M105?

RE: With Palm M105 ?

jeff@ipcprint.com @ 2/10/2002 1:21:55 PM #

The PP-50 does not yet work with the Palm M105. It currently only works with the Palm III and Palm V. We are working on the Palm 500 and 700 at this time. I believe we will also do the Palm 105 withen the next few months.

Compatible with the Palm M105?

I.M. Anonymous @ 1/17/2002 6:41:00 PM #

Is the Datecs PP-50 Palm Printer compatible with the Palm M105?

dea_ironi@yahoo.com

inform me

I.M. Anonymous @ 1/21/2002 7:51:52 AM #

i want to buy a palm,tell which is the good forme, as i want use internet& printer.
inform me about the cost in rupees.

RE: inform me

jeff@ipcprint.com @ 2/10/2002 1:24:19 PM #

My name is Jeff Scott and I'm the Sales Director of IPC. We are the master distributor of the PP-50 (by Datecs). Please send me an e-mail at jeff@ipcprint.com to inform me of your location (for I can inform you of our nearest office). IPC has offices in Los Angeles, Dallas, Chicago, Atlanta and New York. Our web site is www.ipcprint.com.

Where to buy the PP-50 Printer in North America

jeff@ipcprint.com @ 3/13/2002 3:24:12 PM #

Infinite Peripherals Company (IPC) is the Master Distributor of the PP-50 printer in North America. We have offices in Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles and New York. Please feel free to contact us for any questions about this product. Our web site address is www.ipcprint.com and my e-mail address is jeff@ipcprint.com. My name is Jeff Scott and I'm the Director of Sales and Marketing.

RE: Where to buy the PP-50 Printer in North America

Mitch @ 3/21/2002 2:34:30 PM #

Software Ventures, LLC has been a distributer and user of the Datecs PP-50 for over a year. My name is Mitch Goldstein. If you would like competitive pricing or have any questions, please contact me at mgoldstein@softwareventures.net. Also, coming soon, a one of a kind, fully functional protective case. This case will allow you to use the printer and palm device without removing them from the case. Check out our website at www.softwareventures.net.

Where to buy the PP-50 Printer in North America

I.M. Anonymous @ 7/1/2002 12:24:07 PM #

Infinite Peripherals Company (IPC) is the Exclusive Master Distributor for Datecs PP-50 printer. We have offices in Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles and New York. Please feel free to contact us for any questions about this product. Our web site location is www.ipcprint.com or you can e-mail me at jeff@ipcprint.com. My name is Jeff Scott and I'm the Director of Sales and Marketing for IPC. My direct dial office number is (888)624-9574.