The Easier i420 is a compact RFID-ready airport check-in counter printer built for boarding pass and baggage tag printing in modern airline and airport environments. It is designed to support efficient check-in operations while giving airport IT and operations teams a practical way to maintain consistent printer configuration across multiple counters and locations.

The i420 is well suited for both airline host systems and shared-use airport platforms. Its direct thermal print engine supports 203 dpi output and all major 1D and 2D barcode formats, including PDF417, DataMatrix, Aztec, and QR Code. This makes it appropriate for passenger documents and baggage tags used in airport check-in, boarding, and baggage handling workflows.

A key advantage of the i420 is its RFID upgrade path. The optional RFID bag tag encoding feature supports UHF IATA RP1740C compliant Gen2 Class 1 technology, allowing airports and airlines to align with RFID baggage initiatives without replacing the full printer platform. This makes the i420 a strong choice for airports planning gradual modernization of baggage tag printing and tracking processes.

The i420 is also designed to reduce operational support requirements. Based on standard Windows remote management tools, AEA applications can be upgraded and reconfigured centrally. This helps airport teams avoid inconsistent software versions, service disruptions, and costly on-site technical interventions. Web-based configuration, diagnostics, and monitoring provide additional visibility for support teams responsible for multiple airport devices.

From an operational perspective, the printer offers automatic paper loading on media detection, fast paper supply changes, cutter-based separation, and a compact counter design. Optional components such as a single paper roll holder, boarding pass stacker, and RFID bag tag module allow the printer to be configured for specific airport layouts and workflow requirements. With CUSS compliance, certification with major CUTE platforms, and support for ITPS / AEA 2018, the Easier i420 provides a dependable solution for airport check-in desks, airline counters, and passenger processing environments where compact size, manageability, and RFID readiness are important.

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• Compact direct thermal check-in counter printer
• Single-feed design for boarding pass and bag tag printing
• 203 dpi print density
• ITPS / AEA 2018 PC driver support
• CUSS compliant and certified with major CUTE platforms
• All major 1D and 2D barcode formats including PDF417, DataMatrix, Aztec, and QR Code
• Optional RFID bag tag encoding compliant with IATA RP1740C Gen2 Class 1
• Centralized AEA software upgrades and reconfiguration using Windows remote management tools
• Configuration, diagnostics, and monitoring through web browser
• Automatic paper loading on paper detection
• Cutter paper separation
• Optional single roll holder and boarding pass stacker

Key Benefits

• Supports both boarding pass and baggage tag printing.
• Optional RFID encoding helps support IATA baggage tracking programs.
• Centralized software management reduces manual maintenance and on-site intervention.
• Compact design fits airport check-in counters with limited space.
• Automatic paper loading and fast paper changes help improve agent productivity.
• Compatible with CUSS and major CUTE platforms for airport system integration.

Print method

Direct thermal

Print density

203 dpi

Supported protocol

ITPS / AEA 2018 PC Driver

Barcode printing

All 1D and 2D barcodes including PDF417, DataMatrix, Aztec, and QR Code

Optional user interface

2-line LCD display with two-color backlight, 16 characters per line

Connectivity

1 x USB device

Print speed

6 inches per second

Paper separation

Cutter

Paper loading

Automatic loading mechanism on paper detection

Paper feed

Single feed

RFID bag tag option

UHF IATA 1740C compliant Gen2 Class 1

Boarding pass paper and large receipt

Width 24.5 to 83 mm; length 100 to 203 mm; weight 80 to 200 g/m2

Bag tag paper

Width 24.5 to 83 mm; length 30 to 600 mm; weight 80 to 200 g/m2

Optional roll paper dimension

Maximum 150 mm diameter

RFID bag tag encoding option

IATA RP1740C compliant Gen2 Class 1

Dimensions

206 x 149 x 170 mm; 206 x 380 x 230 mm with optional roll holder

Weight

2.7 kg

Power

110 V / 120 V or 200 V / 230 V, 50 Hz / 60 Hz

Operating temperature

+5 C to +45 C, 20% to 80% non-condensing; storage -20 C to +60 C

Reliability

MTBF 113,800 hours; MCBF 300,000 cycles; printhead 125 km printed or 100 million dots

Agency approvals

CE, CB, UL, BIS

Warranty

2 years standard; up to 5 years optional

• Airport check-in counters
• Airline ticketing and baggage drop stations
• Common-use airport platforms
• CUSS and CUTE airport deployments
• RFID baggage tag printing and encoding
• Boarding pass printing
• Regional airport and international terminal operations
• Airport technology modernization projects

What is the Easier i420 used for?

The Easier i420 is used for airport boarding pass printing, baggage tag printing, and optional RFID bag tag encoding at airline check-in counters and shared-use airport environments.

Does the i420 support RFID bag tag encoding?

Yes. RFID bag tag encoding is available as an option and supports IATA RP1740C compliant Gen2 Class 1 technology.

Can the i420 print boarding passes and baggage tags from the same printer?

Yes. The i420 is a versatile single-feed printer designed for both boarding pass and bag tag printing.

Is the i420 compatible with airport common-use systems?

Yes. The i420 is CUSS compliant, certified with major CUTE platforms, and supports ITPS / AEA 2018.

What barcode formats does the i420 support?

The printer supports all major 1D and 2D barcode formats, including PDF417, DataMatrix, Aztec, and QR Code.

How does the i420 help reduce maintenance costs?

The i420 supports centralized software management, remote AEA application upgrades, reconfiguration, diagnostics, and monitoring through standard Windows remote management tools and a web browser.

What connectivity does the i420 provide?

The i420 includes one USB device interface for integration with airport check-in systems.

What media sizes does the i420 support?

For boarding passes and large receipts, it supports widths from 24.5 to 83 mm and lengths from 100 to 203 mm. For bag tags, it supports widths from 24.5 to 83 mm and lengths from 30 to 600 mm.

Why choose the i420 for airport check-in counters?

The i420 combines compact counter placement, reliable direct thermal printing, optional RFID encoding, centralized management, and compatibility with common airport passenger processing platforms.