Zebra Technologies PLAN11BG Zebra Printer with Embedded b/G radio User Manual UMAN P4TB3

Zebra Technologies Corporation Zebra Printer with Embedded b/G radio UMAN P4TB3

Users Manual Part 3 of 4

P4T/RP4TUser Guide 31Printer Preparation Connecting the PrinterRadio Regulatory InformationRP4T Printers Maintenance Troubleshooting Specifications Appendices IndexP4T OverviewManual Introduction The information in this section is provided for yourconvenience only and is subject to change. Go tohttp://www.epcglobalinc.org for the lates t  EP Cinformation.TheRP4TprinterisequippedwithanRFIDencoder/reader,whichisintegratedintotheprinter’sprintheadassembly.TheRP4Ten-codes (writes) information on ultra-thin UHF RFID transpondersthatareembeddedin“smart”labels,tickets,andtags.Theprinterencodes the information; verifies proper encoding; and prints bar codes,graphics,and/ortextonthelabel’ssurface.TheRP4TprinterusesZebra’sextensivesetofRFIDcommendsrunningunderZPLprogramming language emulation.TheRFIDtransponderissometimescalledtheRFIDtagoraninlay.The transponder is usually made of an antenna that is bonded to anintegratedcircuit(IC)chip.TheICchipcontainstheRFcircuit,coders,decoders,andmemory.IfyouholdanRFIDlabeluptothelight, you can see the transponder’s antenna, and you can feel a bump in the label where the IC chip is located.TheRP4TcanencodeandverifyEPC(ElectronicProductCode)Generation2Class1UHFpassiveRFIDtags,inadditiontoprintinghumanreadabletextandconventional1and2-Dbarcodeinforma-tiononZebrasuppliedRFIDthermaltransfermedia.EPC is a product numbering standard that can be used to identify avarietyofitemsbyusingRFIDtechnology.EPCGeneration2tagsofferadvantagesoverothertagtypes.Thetagidentication(TID)memoryinaGeneration2tagincludesthechipmanufacturerandmodel number information, which can be used to identify which optional features are present on the tag. These optional features include those for data content and security.Gen2tagstypicallyhavea96-bitEPCidentier,whichisdifferentfromthe64-bitidentierscommoninearlyEPCtags.The96-bitEPCcodelinkstoanonlinedatabase,providingasecurewayofsharing product-specific information along the supply chain.Gen2tagsalsosupportmuchlargerdatastructures.Thesizeofusermemoryavailable(ifany)variesbythemodelandmanufac-turer of the tag. PrintqualitywillbereducedwhenattemptingtoprintoverthetransponderportionofanRFIDlabel.ItisrecommendedthatRFIDlabellayoutsshouldnotallowprintingovertheRFIDtransponderportionofalabel.Generation2Class1UHFPassiveTagsSupportedByTheP4TAlienSquiggleAveryDennisonRaatacOnetennaOmronWaveEncodingandprintingofanRFIDlabelusuallyarecompletedonthefirst try, but some failures may occur. If you experience consistent encodingfailures,itmaysignalaproblemwiththeRFIDtags,yourlabel formats, or with the transponder placement.IfanRFIDtagcannotbeencoded,“VOID”willbeprintedonthelabel. The printer then attempts to read/encode “n” labels before the next format is attempted, where “n” is specied by the ZPLprogramming language “^R S ” command.  Acceptable values of “n” are1to10andthedefaultis3.AfterprintingthedenednumberofvoidedRFIDlabels,printerwillgointoanerrormode.TheprinterresponsetoanerrorisdenedbytheRFIDSetupcommandandwill allow:1.NoAction(Labelformatcausingtheerrorisdropped)2.NoticationtotheHostofthedetailsoftheerror(Labelformatcausingtheerrorisdropped).TheuserhascontrolofwhereonthelabeltheVOIDisprinted.More information on the “^R S ” command may be found in Zebra’s RFIDProgrammingGuideavailableonthecorporateWebsite.Model RP4T RFID Encoder
P4T/RP4TUser Guide 32Printer Preparation Connecting the PrinterRadio Regulatory InformationRP4T Printers Maintenance Troubleshooting Specifications Appendices IndexP4T OverviewManual IntroductionExtending Battery Life• Avoidexposingthebatterytodirectsunlightortemperaturesover104°F(40°C).• AlwaysuseaZebrachargerdesignedspecicallyforLithium-Ionbatteries.Useofanyotherkindofchargermaydamagethe battery. Caution • Do not print while an LI72 Single Charger isplugged into the unit.  Unreliable battery charging canresult.• Usethecorrectmediaforyourprintingrequirements.Anau-thorized Zebra re-seller can help you determine the optimum media for your application.• Ifyouprintthesametextorgraphiconeverylabel,considerusing a preprinted label.• Choosethecorrect printdarkness andprintspeedforyourmedia.• RP4Tprinters(withtheRFIDencoder/reader):adjusttheen-coder  settings  to  use  the  minimum  power  required  for  the RFIDmediainuse.• Usesoftwarehandshaking(XON/XOFF)wheneverpossible.• UsetheLCDdisplaybacklightonlywhennecessary.Turnitoff whenever it is not needed.• Removethebatteryfromtheprinterifitwon’tbeusedforadayor more and you’re not performing a maintenance charge.• Considerpurchasinganextrabattery.• Rememberthatanyrechargeablebatterywillloseitsabilityto maintain a charge over time and can be recharged only a finite number of times before it must be replaced.  The “Smart Battery”featureoftheP4TSeriesmonitorsthebatterypack’sconditionandwillpromptyouwhenabatterypackisnearingthe end of its useful life. Alwaysdisposeofusedbatteriesproperly.RefertoAppendixEformoreinformationonproperbatterydisposal.• Whentheprinterdisplays“Please ReconditionTheBattery”and beeps five times, the user should recondition the battery to return it to optimal capacity  Refer to the OperatorControls section of this manual for information in reconditioning the battery.General Cleaning Instructions Caution•Alwaysturntheprinteroffbeforecleaning. Toavoidpossiblepersonalinjuryordamagetotheprinter,neverinsertanypointedorsharpobjectsintotheprinter. UsecarewhenworkingneartheTearBar.Theedgesareverysharp. Caution•Theprintheadcanbecomeveryhotafterprolongedprinting.Allowittocooloffbeforeattemptinganycleaningprocedures. Caution•UseonlycleaningagentsspeciedintheP4TSeriescleaninginstructions.ZebraTechnologiesCorporationwillnotberesponsiblefordamagecausedbyanyothercleaningmaterialsusedonthisprinter. Cleantheprinterwitheitherthecleaningpensuppliedwiththeprinteroracottonswabsaturatedwithalcohol.Section ContinuesPreventive Maintenance
P4T/RP4TUser Guide 33Printer Preparation Connecting the PrinterRadio Regulatory InformationRP4T Printers Maintenance Troubleshooting Specifications Appendices IndexP4T OverviewManual IntroductionP4T Series Cleaning Caution•Toavoidpossiblepersonalinjuryordamagetotheprinterneverinsertsharporpointedobjectsintotheprintermechanism.Area Cleaning Method IntervalPrinthead ElementsUse the supplied cleaning pen to clean the print elements from end to end (the print elements are located in the thin gray line on the printhead). After every five rolls of media (or more often, if needed)Platen Surface Rotate the platen roller and clean it thoroughly with the cleaning pen.Peeler Bar Clean thoroughly with the cleaning pen.As neededTear EdgeExterior Wipe with water-dampened clothInterior Brush/air blow.  Ensure the Bar Sensor, Gap Sensor and Label Present Sensor windows and the Media Support Disks are free of dust.Figure 17.1- P4T Series CleaningPrinthead ElementsLabel Presence SensorGap SensorPlaten SurfacePeeler Bar Media Support DisksTear EdgeBar SensorFigure 17.2- Cleaning the P4T Series Peeler Assembly
P4T/RP4TUser Guide 34Printer Preparation Connecting the PrinterRadio Regulatory InformationRP4T Printers Maintenance Troubleshooting Specifications Appendices IndexP4T OverviewManual IntroductionTroubleshootingLCD Control PanelThetopofthedisplayshowsiconsindicatingthestatusofvariousprinterfunctions.Checktheicon’sstatusandrefertothereferencedTroubleshooting topic on the following pages.Icon Status Indication Ref. to Troubleshooting TopicOn Bluetooth link established n/aOff No Bluetooth link 6,8On 802.11b/g RF Link established n/aOff No 802.11b/g RF Link 6,8Number of bars indicates 802.11g signal strength n/aOuter icon element flashing Low Battery 4, 6,Number of bars indicates battery charge level. Display will cycle through the battery icons if it is undergoing a charge from the AC Adapter.n/aFlashing Battery too hot or too cold to charge 2Flashing Out of Media 9Flashing Ribbon Cartridge depleted 9Flashing Data transfer in process n/aBlank Screen n/a Battery voltage too low to turn printer on or no application loaded 1,14Troubleshooting Topics1.Nopower:•Checkthatbatteryisinstalledproperly.•Rechargeorreplacebatteryasnecessary.•Ifthebatteryvoltageisoutsideoftherangeatwhichtheprinterwill turn on and the AC Adapter is  plugged into printer, the printer will not turn on.  The battery will start to charge, but the user will have no indication that the battery is charging.  When the battery reaches a valid operating voltage range, the printer will still not turn on unless the user manually turns it on, or unplugs and re-plugs the charge cable.2.ACAdapterispluggedinandthebatteryiconisalternatelyashing and .•Indicatesthatthebatteryisoutofitssafechargingtemperaturerange.  Charging will resume when the battery reaches a safe charging temperature.3.Mediadoesnotfeed:•Besureprintheadisclosedandlatched.•Checkmediasupportcomponentsforanybinding.•Ifunitisequippedwithlabelpresencesensor,ensurethemostrecently printed label is removed. •Ensurelabelsensorisnotblocked.Section Continues
P4T/RP4TUser Guide 35Printer Preparation Connecting the PrinterRadio Regulatory InformationRP4T Printers Maintenance Troubleshooting Specifications Appendices IndexP4T OverviewManual Introduction4.Poororfadedprintorlowbatteryicon( )ashing:•Cleanprinthead.•Checkbatterypack.Rechargeorreplaceasnecessary. Alwaysdisposeofusedbatterypacksproperly.RefertoAppendixEformoreinformation.•Checkqualityofmedia.5.Partial/missingprint:•CheckRibbonCartridgeand/orlabelmediaalignment.•Cleanprinthead.•Ensureprintheadisproperlyclosedandlatched.6.Noprint:•Replacebatterypack.•Checkcabletoterminal.•Wirelessunitsonly:Restorewirelessconnection.•UnitsusingThermalTransfermedia:EnsureRibbonCartridgehas been installed.7.Reducedbatterylife:•Checkbatterypackdatecode.Ifbatteryisonetotwoyearsold, short life may be due to normal aging.•Checkprinterdisplay.Ifbatteryhasexceededafactorysetnumber of charge cycles the printer will display a message that the battery needs re-conditioning or replacing.•Replacebatterypack.8. or iconoff:•UnitswithBluetoothor802.11goptiononly:indicatesnoradiolinkhasbeenestablished.9.  or ashing:•Checkthatlabelmediaisloaded.•ReplaceRibbonCartridgeifdepleted.•Checkthattheprintheadisclosedandsecurelylatched.10.Skipslabels:•Ensurecorrectmediaisbeingused.•Ensurebar/orgapsensorisnotblocked.•Ensurelabeldesigndoesnotexceedactualmedialength.11.Prints“wrinklepattern”orpartialcharacters:•EnsureRibbonCartridgehasbeentensionedpriortoinstallation.Problem will self-correct after printing a few labels.•Ensurelabelmediatracksproperlywhenemergingfromprinter.Usethealignmentmarksontheprintercovertoensurewrinklefree operation when loading media into the peeler assembly.  Correct media alignment if necessary.12.Printsmultiple“Void”messages:•RP4T printers only: Ensure you have installed RFID media.PrintercannotverifyRFencodingonnon-RFIDmediaandwillprint“Void”onapre-setnumberoflabelsbeforestopping.13.CommunicationError:•Checkmediaisloaded,headisclosedandallerrorindicatorsare off.•Replacecabletoterminal.14.Screenblank•No application loaded.  Attempt to re-load application andrestart printer.•Nopower.SeeTopic“1”ofthissection.Section ContinuesTroubleshooting Topics (continued)
P4T/RP4TUser Guide 36Printer Preparation Connecting the PrinterRadio Regulatory InformationRP4T Printers Maintenance Troubleshooting Specifications Appendices IndexP4T OverviewManual IntroductionPrinting a Configuration LabelTo print out a listing of the printer’s current configuration follow these steps:1.Turntheprinteroff.Loadthemediacompartmentwithjournalmedia(mediawithnoblackbarsprintedontheback)2.PressandholdtheFeedButton.3.PressandreleasethePowerbuttonandkeeptheFeedbuttonpressed.  When printing starts, release the Feed button. 4.Theprinterwillcreatetworeports.Therstreportisabasicfunctionaltestoftheprinter.Itprintsaseriesofinterlocking“X”characterswhichactsasatestoftheprintheadelementsand reports on basic features of the printer including memory installed.  The second report is a detailed list of the printer’s configura-tion,includinganyoptionsinstalled(suchasradios)andcur-rent status of system settings. RefertoFigures18.1through18.2forasamplecongurationlabel printout.Performing a Forced ShutdownIttheprinterhaslockedupandisnotrespondingtoanyoperatorinputs or external commands, from either a connected terminal or alinkedLAN,youcanperformaforcedshutdown.•Iftheprintersoftwarelocksupduringnormaloperation,forcethe printer to shut down by pressing and holding the Power Button for 3 seconds.•If you try to turn the printer off normally and the softwarelocksup,theprinterwillautomaticallyshutitselfoffaftera10second delay.•Ifyoutrytoturntheprinteroffanditdoesnotrespond,youcan force an immediate shut down by pressing and holding thePowerButtonagainwithin10seconds.A forced shutdown will preserve the printer’s data and settings.Communications DiagnosticsIfthere’saproblemtransferringdatabetweenaterminalorWLAN,placingtheprinterintheCommunicationsDiagnosticsMode(alsoreferredtoasthe“DUMP”mode)willallowdiagnosticanalysis.Theprinter will print transmitted data as ASCII characters and their text representation(oraperiod“.”ifnotaprintablecharacter)foranydatareceivedfromthehostterminalornetworkToenterCommunicationsDiagnosticsMode:1.Printacongurationlabelasdescribedabove.2.Attheendof2nddiagnosticsreport,theprinterwillprint:“PressFEEDkeytoenterDUMPmode.”3.PresstheFEEDkey.Theprinterwillprint:“EnteringDUMPmode.” Note•IftheFEEDkeyisnotpressedwithin3seconds,theprinterwillprint“DUMPmodenotentered”andwillresumenormaloperation.4.Atthispoint,theprinterisinDUMPmodeandwillprinttheASCIIhexcodesofanydatasenttoit,andtheirtextrepresentation(or“.”ifnotaprintablecharacter).Additionally, a file with a “.dmp” extension containing the ASCII information will be created and stored in the printer’s memory. It canbeviewed,“cloned”ordeletedusingtheLabelVistaapplica-tion.(RefertheLabelVistadocumentationformoreinformation.)ToterminatetheCommunicationsDiagnosticsMode:1.TurntheprinterOFF.2.Wait5seconds.3. Turn the printer ON.The printer will resume normal operation.Calling Technical SupportIf the printer fails to print the configuration label, or you encounter problems not covered in the Troubleshooting Guide, contact Zebra Technical Support.  You will need to supply the following informa-tion:•Modelnumber/type(e.g.P4T,RP4T)•Unit serial number (14 digit number, including dashes) andProductCongurationCode(PCC)(15digitnumber,includingdashes).RefertoAppendixDforthelocationofthesenum-bers.•TechnicalsupportcontactinformationmaybefoundinAp-pendixDofthismanual.Troubleshooting TechniquesSection Continues
P4T/RP4TUser Guide 37Printer Preparation Connecting the PrinterRadio Regulatory InformationRP4T Printers Maintenance Troubleshooting Specifications Appendices IndexP4T OverviewManual IntroductionFigure 18.1- P4T Series Configuration Label SampleSecond diagnostic report for a printer with a Bluetooth radioSecond diagnostic report for a printer with an 802.11b/g radioFirst diagnostic report for all P4T Series printersSection ContinuesEnd of First ReportPrint Head TestUnit Serial NumberInstalled software and firmwareSettings for RS232 and USB communi-cations via cableWireless Communications section with a Bluetooth radio installed. Units with no wireless options will print an empty line and resume printing.Wireless Communi-cations section for a P4T Series with an 802.11 radio installed Information on TCP/IP and LAN  address-es and settings.Information on any installed  802.11b/g  wire-less devices.In this example, an 802.11b WLAN card has been detected.
P4T/RP4TUser Guide 38Printer Preparation Connecting the PrinterRadio Regulatory InformationRP4T Printers Maintenance Troubleshooting Specifications Appendices IndexP4T OverviewManual IntroductionFigure 18.2- P4T Series Configuration Label SampleSecond diagnostic report continuedEnd of second diagnostic reportResident Fonts Installed Files Loaded in Printer Memory.  Will include file for LCD prompts (.wml format)Amount of Memory AvailableEnd of Configura-tion ReportCommand languges supported.  P4T Series supports both CPCL languge and emulates ZPLII.Configuration settings for ZPL language emulationMaximum label dimensions and label sensor settingsFlash Memory SizeRAM Size
P4T/RP4TUser Guide 39Printer Preparation Connecting the PrinterRadio Regulatory InformationRP4T Printers Maintenance Troubleshooting Specifications Appendices IndexP4T OverviewManual IntroductionSpecifications   Note.- Printer specifications are subject to change without notice.Printing Specifications Maximum Print Width 4.09 in. [103,8 mm]Print Speed @ 30% density2.0 in. /sec. [50,8 mm/second ] Direct Thermal mode1.5 in/sec. [38,1 mm/second] Thermal Transfer modeDistance from Print Element to Tear Edge 0.39 in. [9,91 mm] 41 dotsPrint Head Life 1,000,000 inches (25.4 Km) min.Print Density 203 dots/inch (8 dots/mm)Memory/Communications SpecificationsFlash Memory 8 MB flash (standard)RAM Memory 16 MB RAM)Standard  CommunicationsRS-232C serial port (RJ-45 connector) Configurable Baud rate (from 9600 to 115.2 Kbps), parity and data bits. Software (X-ON/X-OFF) or hardware (DTR/STR) communication handshake protocols.Two USB 2.0 Full Speed Interface connections:(1) a “B” type USB connector, and (2) USB signals are also integrated into the RJ-45 connector. Refer to the Communications Ports specifications and Appendix A for information on USB cables.Optional Wireless CommunicationsBluetooth 2.0 compatible 2.4 GHz SRRF linkWireless LAN capabilities comply with 802.11b or 802.11g protocolsCo-located Bluetooth 2.0 + 802.11b/g radios (P4T only)Real Time Clock (RTC)Time and date under application control.  Refer to CPCL Programming Manual, available at www.zebra.com for RTC commands.Communications PortsUSBSignal DescriptionPin# Name Type1VBUS USB Bus Power2 USB - bi-directional I/O signals3 USB + bi-directional I/O signals4USB _ ID Identifies A/B connector5Return GroundRS232/USBSignal DescriptionPin# Name Type  1 USB D- bi-directional I/O signals2 USB D+ bi-directional I/O signals3RXD input Receive Data4TXD output Transmit Data5DTR output Data Terminal Ready- set high when printer is on.6GND Ground7DSR input Data Set Ready- low to high8RTS output Request To Send- set high when printer is ready to accept a command or data9CTS input Clear To Send from host10 VBUS USB Bus PowerFigure 19- P4T Series Communication PortsSection Continues1101USBRS232/USBCombination Port5
P4T/RP4TUser Guide 40Printer Preparation Connecting the PrinterRadio Regulatory InformationRP4T Printers Maintenance Troubleshooting Specifications Appendices IndexP4T OverviewManual IntroductionP4T Series Media SpecificationsMedia Width 2.0 in. to 4.12 in. (50,8 to 104,6 mm)Max. continuous receipt (w/std. memory) Continuous, dependent on installed memoryInter-label Gap. 0.08 in. to 0.16 in. (0.12 in. preferred)(2 mm to 4 mm [3 mm preferred])Label Thickness 0.032 in to 0.007” (0,064 mm to 0,165 mm) RFID Label Thickness (RP4T only) 032 in to 0.007” (.064 mm to .165 mm), Thickness over RFID element- .023 in. [0,58 mm]Max. Label Roll diameter.  2.25 in. (57 mm) O.D.Label Inner Core .75 in. (19 mm) minimum diameter;1.38 in. (35 mm) RFID MediaBlack Mark Dimensions The reflective media black marks should extend past the centerline of the roll.Media RequirementsMinimum mark width: 1.0 in. (25,4 mm) perpendicular to edge of media, centered within the width of the roll.Mark length: 0.094 in. (2,4 mm) parallel to edge of mediaUse Zebra brand direct or thermal transfer media that is outside wound. Media may be reflective (black mark) sensing, or transmissive (gap) sensing, die-cut, or continuous.  P4T Series units configured with the External Media option will accept fanfold media used with an external media supply.For die-cut labels, use only full auto dies.P4T Series Font and Bar Code SpecificationsLinear & 2-D Bar Codes AvailableCodabar (NW-7)UCC/EAN 128Code 39Code 93EAN 8/JAN 8, 2 and 5 digit extensionsEAN 13/JAN 13, 2 and 5 digit extensionsEAN 14/JAN 14, 2 and 5 digit extensionslnterleaved 2 of 5MSI/PlesseyFIM/POSTNETUPC-A, 2 and 5 digit extensionsUPC-E, 2 and 5 digit extensionsQR CodeMaxiCodePDF 417AztecDataMatrix (using ZPL emulation)RSS (Reduced Space Symbology®):RSS-14 TruncatedRSS-14 StackedRSS-14 Stacked OmnidirectionalRSS LimitedRSS ExpandedTLC-39/Micro PDFRotation Angles0°, 90°, 180°, and 270°Fonts AvailableStandard Fonts: 25 bit-mapped fonts; 1 scalable (CG Trimvirate Bold Condensed*) Downloadable optional bit-mapped & scalable fonts via Label Vista software  International character sets: Chinese 16 x 16 (trad.), 16 x 16 (simplified), 24 x 24 (simplified);Japanese 16 x 16, 24 x 24Korean Myang 16 x 16GreekHebrew/Arabic*Contains UFST from Agfa Monotype Corporation*Contains UFST from Agfa Monotype CorporationSection Continues
P4T/RP4TUser Guide 41Printer Preparation Connecting the PrinterRadio Regulatory InformationRP4T Printers Maintenance Troubleshooting Specifications Appendices IndexP4T OverviewManual IntroductionPhysical/Environmental/Electrical Specifications P4T SeriesWeight w/ battery, and TT ribbon excluding media and radio option2.9 lbs. (1,32 Kg.)Operating Temperature  Direct Thermal: -4 °F to 122 °F (-20 °C to 50 °C)Thermal Transfer: 32 °F to 113 °F (0 °C to 45 °C)Charging Temperature 32 °F to 104 °F (0°C to 40 °C)Storage Temperature  -22 °F to 149 °F (-30 °C to 65 °C)Relative HumidityOperating: 10% to 90%(non-condensing) Storage: 10% to 90%(non-condensing)Battery 7.4V Lithium-Ion 4.2 AHr.Intrusion Protection (IP) Rating 14(54 w/ optional soft case)Figure 20-P4T Series Overall DimensionsAppendixA2.92 in. [74,2 mm]4.25 in. [108,0 mm]3.16 in. [80,2 mm]0.57 in. [14 ,5mm]1.60 in. [40,6 mm]8.68 in. [220,5 mm]3.38 in. [85,9 mm]3.14 in. [79,7 mm]6.53 in. [165,9 mm]#8-32 x .30 DP. x2External Media Supply Loading Slot
P4T/RP4TUser Guide 42Printer Preparation Connecting the PrinterRadio Regulatory InformationRP4T Printers Maintenance Troubleshooting Specifications Appendices IndexP4T OverviewManual IntroductionInterface CablesPartNumberAK17463-008;RWModPlugto9-PinDBPCCablePartNumberAK18666-1;RWModPlugtoUSBACablePartNumberAT17010-1;USBAtoUSBMiniBCable Contact the Factory or your Zebra Sales Representativefor more information on interface cables to most majormanufacturer’sdataterminals. YoumayalsovisittheZebraWebsiteatwww.zebra.comforalistingofinterfacecablesforallseriesofZebramobileprintersAppendix APIN 1 PIN 106(DSR)SHIELD(GND)(DTR)(CTS)(RTS)5487(RXD)(TXD)235(DTR)SHIELD6(GND)7(DSR)89(RTS)(CTS)10 PIN MOD Plug(Printer Signals)43(TXD)(RXD)PIN 9PIN 1PIN 102 (USB D+)3 (USB D+)6 (GND)4 (GND)10 PIN MOD Plug(Printer Signals)4 PIN USB (Type A Plug)1 (USB D-)2 (USB D-)1 (VBUS) 10 (VBUS)PIN 1RS232 Download CableUSB Download CableUSB CableAppendixB&C
P4T/RP4TUser Guide 43Printer Preparation Connecting the PrinterRadio Regulatory InformationRP4T Printers Maintenance Troubleshooting Specifications Appendices IndexP4T OverviewManual IntroductionMedia SuppliesTo insure maximum printer life  and consistent print quality and performance  for  your  individual  application, it  is  recommended that only media produced by Zebra be used.Advantages include:• Consistentqualityandreliabilityofmediaproducts.• Largerangeofstockedandstandardformats.• In-housecustomformatdesignservice.• Largeproductioncapacitywhichservicestheneedsofmanylarge and small media consumers including major retail chains world wide.• Mediaproductsthatmeetorexceedindustrystandards.For more information about standard or custom media contact your re-seller or Zebra Technologies Corporation at +1.866.230.9495(U.S.,CanadaandMexico)andasktospeaktoaMediaSalesRep-resentative.Maintenance SuppliesIn addition to using quality media provided by Zebra, it is recom-mended that the printer be cleaned as prescribed in the Mainte-nance section. The following items are available for this purpose:• CleaningPen(12pack),ReorderNo.AN11209-1• CleaningKitwithCleaningPen,andCottonSwabs,ReorderNo.AT702-1Appendix B Appendix CAppendixD
P4T/RP4TUser Guide 44Printer Preparation Connecting the PrinterRadio Regulatory InformationRP4T Printers Maintenance Troubleshooting Specifications Appendices IndexP4T OverviewManual IntroductionProduct Support When calling with a specific problem regarding your printer, please have the following information on hand:• Modelnumber/type(e.g.P4T,RP4T)• Unitserialnumber• ProductCongurationCode(PCC)For on-line product support and the most recent versions of down-loadable user documentation, firmware and software utilities, go to the Zebra Web site: www.zebra.comIn the Americas, contactRegional Headquarters Technical Support Customer Service DeptZebra Technologies International, LLC333 Corporate Woods Parkway Vernon Hills, Illinois 60061-3109 U.S.A T: +1 847 793 2600 Toll-free +1 800 423 0422 F: +1 847 913 8766T: +1 847 913 2259 F: +1 847 913 2578 Hardware: ts1america@zebra.com Software: ts3america@zebra.com For printers, parts, media, and ribbon, please call your distributor, or contact us. T: +1 877 275 9327 E: clientcare@zebra.comIn Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and India, contactRegional Headquarters Technical Support Internal Sales Dept.Zebra Technologies Europe LimitedZebra HouseThe Valley Centre,Gordon RoadHigh WycombeBuckinghamshire HP13 6EQ, UKT: +44 (0)1494 472872F: +44 (0) 1494 450103 T: +44 (0) 1494 768298 F: +44 (0) 1494 768210 Germany: Tsgermany@zebra.comFrance: Tsfrance@zebra.com Spain/ Portugal: Tsspain @zebra.com All other areas: Tseurope@zebra.com For printers, parts, media, and ribbon, please call your distributor, or contact us T: +44 (0) 1494 768316 F: +44 (0) 1494 768244E: cseurope@zebra.comIn the Asia Pacific region, contactRegional Headquarters Technical Support Customer ServiceZebra Technologies Asia Pacific, LLC Go to www.zebra.com/contact for complete contact informationT: +65 6858 0722 F: +65 6885 0838 T: +65 6858 0722 F: +65 6885 0838 E: (China):tschina@zebra.com All other areas: tsasiapacific@zebra.com For printers, parts, media, and ribbon, please call your distributor, or contact us T: +65 6858 0722 F: +65 6885 0836E: (China) order-csr@zebra.com All other areas: csasiapacific@zebra.comAppendix DSerial and PCC Number Locations for P4T Series PrintersAppendixEP4T Series Serial NumberP4T Series Product Configuration Code (PCC)
P4T/RP4TUser Guide 45Printer Preparation Connecting the PrinterRadio Regulatory InformationRP4T Printers Maintenance Troubleshooting Specifications Appendices IndexP4T OverviewManual IntroductionBattery DisposalThe EPA certified RBRC® Battery Recycling Seal on the Lithium-Ion (Li-ion) battery supplied with your printerindicates Zebra Technologies Corporation is voluntarily participating in an industry program to collect and recycle thesebatteriesattheendoftheirusefullife,whentakenout of service in the United States or Canada. The RBRC program providesaconvenientalternativetoplacingusedLi-ionbatteriesinto the trash or the municipal waste stream, which may be illegal in your area. Insulate depleted battery terminals with tape beforedisposal.Please call +1 800 8BATTERY for information on Li-ion batteryrecycling  and  disposal  bans  or  restrictions  in  your  area.  Zebra Technologies Corporation’s involvement in this program is part of our commitment to preserving our environment and conserving our natural resources.Outside  North  America,  please  follow  local  battery  recycling guidelines.Product DisposalDonotdisposeofthisproductinunsortedmunicipalwaste.This product is recyclable. Please recycle according to your local standards. For more information, please see our web site at: http://www.zebra.com/environmentAppendix EAppendixF

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