Heavy duty steel and ABS construction to withstand harsh environments and high volume use. Patented direct thermal WhisperPrint™ technology eliminates ribbons for maintenance-free operation. Tru-Align™ printing system with LED alignment indicator ensures perfect punch position on card. SmartClock™ technology with perpetual calendar retains time, date and settings during power outages, and auto-adjusts for Daylight Saving Time and Leap Years. EZSet™ technology using innovative rotary knob for simple setup in less than 5 minutes. Automatic print activation for simple one-hand operation. Offers a variety of print formats. Super large, high-contrast LCD display. Trilingual. Requires E8 time cards.