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

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Manual
Introduction
RP4T Printers
P4T Overview
Maintenance
Printer Preparation
Troubleshooting
Appendices
2:26 pm, Jul 31, 2008
Specifications
User Guide
Radio Regulatory
Information
P4T/RP4T™
Mobile Printer Series
Connecting the
Printer
Index
© ZIH Corp. 2008
UMAN-P4T-001 Rev.B
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information or omissions. Zebra Technologies Corporation reserves the right to
correct any such errors and disclaims liability resulting therefrom.
This manual contains proprietary information of Zebra Technologies Corporation.
It is intended solely for the information and use of parties operating and
maintaining the equipment described herein. Such proprietary information may
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Product Improvements
Since continuous product improvement is a policy of Zebra Technologies
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User Guide
Proprietary Statement
FCC Compliance Statement
Appendices
Radio Regulatory
Information
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits or
a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet or circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
WARNING: Exposure to Radio Frequency radiation. To conform to FCC RF
exposure requirements this device shall be used in accordance with the operating
conditions and instructions listed in this manual. Note that there are several radio
options available with this printer. Additional regulatory information is contained
in later sections devoted to each radio individually.
NOTE: This unit was tested with shielded cables on the peripheral devices.
Shielded cables must be used with the unit to insure compliance.
Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by Zebra
Technologies Corporation could void the user’s authority to operate this
equipment.
Canadian Compliance Statement
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme á la norme NMB-003 du
Canada.
“IC:” before the equipment certification number signifies that the Industry Canada
technical specifications were met. It does not guarantee that the certified product
will operate to the user’s satisfaction.
Agency Approvals and Regulatory Information
Index
• FCC part 15
• Canadian STD RSS-210
• NOM-ETL (Mexico)
• EN60950: 2000 Safety Standard
• EN55022:1998 Class B European
• C-Tick (Australia)
		 Electromagnetic Radiation Standard
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of The Monotype Corporation and may be registered in certain jurisdictions.
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some jurisdictions.
UniversTM is a trademark of Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG, which may be
registered in certain jurisdictions, exclusively licensed through Linotype Library
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©
2008 ZIH Corp.
Liability Disclaimer
Inasmuch as every effort has been made to supply accurate information in
this manual, Zebra Technologies Corporation is not liable for any erroneous
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The following conventions are used throughout this document to convey certain information:
Caution • Warns you of the potential for electrostatic discharge.
Caution • Warns you of a potential electric shock situation.
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Document Conventions
Caution • Warns you of a situation where excessive heat could cause a burn
Caution • Advises you that failure to take or avoid a specific action could result in physical harm to you.
Caution • Advises you that failure to take or avoid a specific action could result in physical harm to the hardware.
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Important • Advises you of information that is essential to complete a task.
Note • Indicates neutral or positive information that emphasizes or supplements important points of the main text.
Text in this format will jump to the appropriate section in the manual.
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P4T/RP4T
P4T
User Guide
Introduction to the P4T Series
Printer Preparation
Troubleshooting
Connecting the
Printer
Specifications
Thank you for choosing one of our Zebra P4T Series Mobile Printers. The P4T Series consists of two models.   The P4T can print
on direct thermal or thermal transfer media. The RP4T can print
on direct or thermal transfer media and also encode special RFID
media.
Because these printers are made by Zebra Technologies, you’re
assured of world-class support for all of your bar code printers,
software, and supplies.
• This User’s Guide gives you the information you’ll need to
operate and maintain both the P4T and RP4T models.
• P4T Series printers use the CPCL programming language.  To
create and print receipts and labels using the CPCL language,
refer to our Label Vista™ label creation program or the Mobile
Printing Systems CPCL Programming Manual which are both
available on our Web site at: www.zebra.com/manuals .
• P4T Series printer software also includes interpreters for the
ZPL II® programming language (up to Version 30.8.4).  Manuals
for the ZPL label design programming language are also available on our Web site. Refer to Appendix “F” of this manual
for more information on accessing and downloading manuals
and other user information.
Unpacking and Inspection
Inspect the printer for possible shipping damage:
• Check all exterior surfaces for damage.
• Open the media cover (refer to “Loading the Media” in the
Printer Preparation section) and inspect the media compartment for damage.
In case return shipping is required, save the carton and all packing material.
Reporting Damage
If you discover shipping damage:
• Immediately notify and file a damage report with the shipping
company. Zebra Technologies Corporation is not responsible
for any damage incurred during shipment of the printer and
will not cover the repair of this damage under its warranty
policy.
• Keep the carton and all packing material for inspection.
• Notify your authorized Zebra re-seller.
Appendices
Radio Regulatory
Information
Always refer to the Important Safety Information data sheet
shipped with each printer and the Technical Bulletin shipped
with each battery pack.  These documents detail procedures
to ensure maximum reliability and safety while using this
printer.
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Figure 1: P4T/RP4T Illustrated
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Figure 1a: P4T/RP4T Bottom View
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2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
Platen Roller
Bar Sensor
Media Support
Printhead
RFID Reader/Encoder (RP4T only)
Ribbon Cartridge Cover
Control Panel
Ribbon Cartridge Cover Latch
Media Cover Latch
Media Support Disks
Label Peeler
Media Cover
External Media Access (optional)
Battery
Battery Charging Receptacle
RS232 Communications Port
USB Port
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P4T Series Technology
The P4T Series introduces several new technologies to the Zebra
For ease of installation, P4T Series thermal transfer film is supplied
Mobile Printer product line.
as a cartridge. Typically a thermal transfer film cartridge will be
able to print two rolls of media before needing replacement. This
Smart Battery
The P4T Series battery pack contains electronics which allow the ratio may vary considerably based on the amount of label stock
printer to monitor its operating parameters. Among these are the per roll.
battery’s charge state, the number of charge cycles it has under- RFID (Radio Frequency Identification)
gone, and its date of manufacture. Using these parameters, the
A P4T Series printer equipped with an RFID encoder allows it to
P4T Series’ software can monitor the battery’s condition and alert encode information on special label media using radio frequenthe user when to recharge, re-condition or remove the battery from cies in addition to using conventional thermal transfer technology.
service.
These printers are identified as RP4T printers.
RFID encoded information can be retrieved using an RFID scanner
Use of any battery pack other than the one manufactured by from a distance of inches to several yards from an encoded label.
Zebra specifically for use with P4T Series printers will not
Zebra’s implementation of RFID follows accepted industry stanbe able to use the diagnostic features of the Zebra Smart dards.  As an example, the RP4T verifies the  information encoded
Battery and will not work with the printer.
on the label media after it is transmitted and voids the label if the
data is incorrect.  More information concerning RFID may be found
Printing Technology
The P4T Series uses two methods to print human readible text, in Zebra’s RFID Programming Manual, available for download on
Zebra’s Web site.
graphics and barcodes: Direct Thermal, and Thermal Transfer
Direct Thermal
Direct thermal printing uses heat to cause a chemical reaction on
specially treated media.  This reaction creates a dark mark wherever a heated element on the printhead comes in contact with the
media. Since the printing elements are arranged very densely at
203 d.p.i. (dots per inch) or 8 dots per mm, highly legible characters
and graphic elements may be created a row at a time as the media
is advanced past the printhead. This technology has the advantage
of simplicity, as there is no requirement for consumable supplies
such as ink or toner.  However, since the media is sensitive to heat,
it will gradually loose legibility over long periods of time, especially
if exposed to environments with relatively high temperatures.
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Information
Thermal Transfer
Index
Thermal transfer printing uses the same basic technology as direct
thermal, except that the printhead elements react with a transfer
film which passes between the printhead and the media. The printing process fuses the thermal transfer material to the media being
printed and creates characters and graphic images that are very
dark, and more permanent than those created by direct thermal
printing. Offsetting this advantage is the extra cost of the thermal
transfer film and printing speeds slower than those required for
direct thermal printing.
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Battery Safety
The Battery Packs used on Zebra Mobile Printers contain a great deal of energy and can cause personal injury or start a fire if used
improperly or carelessly. Please observe the following safety practices:
Caution • Avoid accidental short circuiting of any battery. Allowing battery terminals to contact conductive material will
create a short circuit which could cause burns and other injuries or could start a fire.
Caution • Batteries  can explode or catch fire if improperly charged or exposed to high temperatures or fire.  Do not disassemble,
crush or expose batteries to water.
Caution • Use of any charger not approved specifically by Zebra for use with its batteries could cause damage to the battery
pack or the printer and will void the warranty.
Read carefully and always observe the safety guidelines for Li-ion batteries provided with each Battery Pack.
Troubleshooting
Printer Preparation
Charger Safety
Do not place a charger in locations where liquids or metallic objects may be dropped on the charger or, in the case of the
UCLI72-4 Quad Charger, into the charging bays.
Use care in locating any of the approved P4T Series single chargers, the AC Adapter or the UCLI72-4 Quad Charger.   Do not
block the ventilating slots on the top and bottom covers.  Ensure that the Charger is plugged into a power source which won’t
accidently be turned off if you will be charging batteries overnight.
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Radio Regulatory
Information
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Required Regulatory Text for Argentina
Only certified adaptors with the following electrical characteristics shall be used. The use of different adaptors could damage
the device, present hazards to the user and declare the correspondent guaranty void.
LI72: Input ratings: 100-240 VAC 50/60Hz 200mA., Class 2
Output ratings: 8.4 VDC, 800 mA
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The following table lists battery chargers approved for use with the P4T Series Printer.  
Use of chargers not approved by Zebra specifically for use with the P4T Series will void the warranty and could cause damage
to the printer or the battery pack.   Zebra is not responsible for any damage to equipment caused by the improper use of
unauthorized equipment.
Description
LI72 single
charger)
AC Adapter/US
Line Cord
UCLI72-4 Quad
Charger
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Approved Chargers
Part no
AT17696-xx1
AK18913-002
AC18177-xx1
Notes.
Must be used with battery
removed from printer
Must be used with battery
installed in printer
Must be used with battery
removed from printer
Troubleshooting
Printer Preparation
1. Full part number is determined by the AC mains adapter appropriate for the region of intended use. Consult your Zebra
sales representative or the factory for the appropriate part number.
Single Battery Charger
The LI72 Charger
LI72 charger is a wall mounted fast charger with a universal 110 to
230, 50-60 Hz. VAC input. Multiple AC plug configurations comply
with most international standards. This charger is intended for use
with the P4T Series printers which are equipped with Lithium Ion
(Li-ion) batteries.
Full part numbers are determined by the AC mains connectors.
Consult Zebra or your authorized re-seller for full part number information.
The  LI72 will charge a battery pack as fast as its charge level will
allow, and then switch over to a maintenance charge to keep the
charge at its maximum.
Figure 2: LI72 Single Charger
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Yellow
Green
Index
LI72 Charger
AT17696-tab
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Figure 3: Charging the P4T Series Battery with the LI72
Battery Charging
Receptacle
Mains connector will
vary with country of
intended use.
LI72 Battery
Charger
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Specifications
P4T Series
Battery Pack
Charging Battery Packs with the AT17696-xx LI72 Single Charger
Plug the LI72 into the appropriate AC wall receptacle, then insert the charge cable into the battery pack charger jack.
The yellow/green charge indicator LED will indicate the status of the charger as per the following table.
Indicator
Steady yellow indicator
Slow (1 Hz) flashing
yellow indicator
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Fast (4 Hz) flashing
green indicator
Slow (1 Hz) flashing
green indicator
Fast (4 Hz) flashing
yellow indicator
Steady green indicator
Slow (1 Hz) flashing
alternate yellow and
green indicator
Charger
Function
Standby
Pre-Charge
Rapid
Charge
Maintain
Error
Ready
Wait
Charger Status
AC power on; no battery being charged
Charger is applying trickle charge current
(5% of maximum) to bring a cold battery
temperature up to 0°C before starting a
full charge cycle
Charger is applying the maximum charge
rate to the battery
Charger is in trickle charge mode(10% of
nominal charge value).
The battery may have an internal short,
or its charge monitoring circuitry may be
malfunctioning. The battery pack should
not be used any further.
No charge is being applied to the battery
Battery temperature is too hot. Charging
will not begin until battery temperature
reaches 45°C.
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Notes: The battery pack must be removed from the printer when using the AT17696-xx LI72 Single Charger.
Charging will cease three (3) hours after the charger has entered the “Maintain” mode.
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Charging the P4T Series Battery with the AT18646-1 AC Adapter
Figure 4: Charging the P4T Series Battery with the AC Adapter
AC Power Cord
(varies with
location)
P4T Series AC
Adapter
p/n AT18646-1
Troubleshooting
Printer Preparation
Open the
protective cover
for access to
the charger
receptacle
Specifications
Connecting the
Printer
• Open the protective cover on the P4T Series printer to expose the charger jack and the communication ports.
• Plug the barrel plug  from the AT18646-1 AC adapter into the charger jack on the printer.
• Connect the appropriate AC power cord for your location to the adapter and then plug the power cord into an AC receptacle.
The following table details how the AC Adapter and P4T Series printers interact:
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Printer
Status
Off
On
Charging
Status
Off
Off
On
On
Off
On
Printer LCD
Power Button Operation
Off
Normal display operation
Normal display operation, plus
battery icon will cycle through
level bars. Charging will continue
as required..
Battery icon will cycle through
level bars. Printer turns off at end
of charge cycle.
Pressing turns printer On
Pressing turns printer Off
Pressing switches printer to limited
operation: only battery charging &
LCD functional
Pressing turns printer On. Printer
will run normally
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Note:  If the battery is out of its safe charging temperature range (either too hot or too cold) the printer will display the following:
“Charging will resume when battery is in the range 0-40 degrees C (32-104 degrees F)”  and the battery icon will alternately flash
and
.  Once the battery reaches a safe charging temperature, normal charging will automatically resume.
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The UCLI72-4 Quad Charger is designed to
charge up to four battery packs simultaneously. Charging times are as follows:
Figure 5- UCLI72-4 Quad Charger
Battery Status
80% charged
Full charge
Slide Battery Pack
into a Charger bay
Power Supply
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Charging the P4T Series Battery with the UCLI72-4 Quad Charger
Troubleshooting
Printer Preparation
Rock Battery
Pack into place
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Fau
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Full
Cha
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Fas
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Full
Cha
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Fas
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Full
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Fau
Amber
Indicator
Green
Charger
Indicator Bay
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Full
Cha
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Rea
Pow
er
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Power Indicator
Charging Time
2.5 Hrs.
5 Hrs.
• Ensure that the charger has been installed
properly per the Quad Charger instruction
manual. Ensure that the power indicator on
the front panel is on.
• Remove any protective shrink-wrap and
labels from all battery packs prior to first use.
Plug a battery pack into any one of the four
charging bays as shown opposite in Figure _,
noting the orientation of the battery pack.
• Slide the battery pack into the charging
bay until it stops.
• Rock the battery pack back until it snaps
into place.
The amber indicator directly under the battery being charged will turn on if the battery
is properly inserted.
The indicators under each battery will allow
you to monitor the charging process per the
table below:
Amber
On
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Important • A fault condition (flashing amber indicator) is caused by a problem with the battery
pack.  The charger may indicate a fault because the battery is too hot or too cold to charge
reliably. Try to charge the battery again when it returns to the room’s ambient temperature.  
If the amber indicator starts flashing on the second charging attempt, the battery should
be discarded. Always dispose of batteries in a proper manner.  Refer to Appendix E of this
manual.
Green
Off
On
Flashing
Off
On
Flashing
Off
Battery Status
Charging
80% charged
(O.K. to use)
Completely
Charged
Faulty Battery
Notes:  For more information regarding the installation and use of the UCLI72-4 Quad Charger refer to the instructions included
with the product.
The UCLI72-4 Quad Charger has a safety feature which stops charging a battery after six hours regardless of its charge state.
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Installing the P4T Series Battery Pack
Important • New battery packs are shipped
uncharged.  Remove any protective shrinkwrap and labels from a new battery pack
prior to use.
Additional battery packs may be ordered
using Zebra p/n AK18913-001.
Figure 6: Installing the P4T Series Battery Pack
If you are using an LI72 single charger
or the LI72-4 Quad Charger, you must
charge the battery prior to installing it in
the printer.
•.Insert the battery pack into the printer as
shown in Figure 6 .
• Rock the battery pack into the printer as
shown until it locks in place.
If you are using the AC adapter, you should
allow the battery pack to charge completely
prior to using it for the first time.
When a new battery pack is first installed, the
Control Panel indicators may briefly turn on and
then go off, indicating the battery is not fully
charged. Refer to the Charging the Battery and
Operator Controls topics in this manual.
Charger port
for use with the
AT18646-1 AC
Adapter
Insert this side of the
battery pack into the
bottom of the printer as
shown.
Rock the battery pack
until it clicks into place.
P4T Series
Battery Pack
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P4T series printers are designed to print either continuous (journal)
media or label stock.  
Figure 7.1 Opening the Media Cover
Figure 7.2 Loading the Media
Load Media Roll
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Note direction media
pulls off the roll.
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Load the Media
Pull Media Supports
apart where shown.
Press down on the Media
Cover Latch Lever
Media cover opens
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1. Open the Media Cover
Refer to Figure 7.1.  
• Press the latch release button on the side of the printer as
shown at “1” below.   The media cover will open automatically
• Rotate the Media Cover back completely as shown exposing
the media compartment and the adjustable media supports.
2. Loading Media From An Internal Supply
Refer to Figure 7.2.
• Pull the media supports apart as shown.
• Insert the roll of media between them, and let the media supports close. Ensure that the media pulls off the core in the
direction shown in Figures 7.2 and 7.4.  The supports will center
the media roll within the media compartment, and the media
roll should be able to spin freely on the supports.
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Figure 7.3- Loading Media From An External Supply
Media Spacer
Specifications
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Rear Feed Slot
External Media
Source
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3. Loading Media From An External Supply
Refer to Figure 7.3.   A P4T Series printer configured with the External Media
option has a loading slot in the rear of the media compartment allowing you to
use 4.0 in. (101.6 mm) wide fanfold or roll media from an external supply.  The
external supply must be designed such that it does not exert excessive drag as
media is fed through the printer, which could result in distorted printing.
• Pull the media supports apart, insert a Media Spacer  (Zebra part number
BA16625-1) between them, and let the media supports close.
• Insert the media from the external supply through the rear feed slot, between
the media guides and up through the media compartment as shown.  Make
sure the side of the media you will be printing on faces the printhead.
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Figure 7.4-Close the Media Cover
Pull Media out of the
Printer. Use alignment
marks on the cover to
ensure alignment.
Figure 7.5- Insert Media into Peeler
Peeler Assembly.
Peeler Bar.
4. Press down on Peeler
Assembly where shown
and slide the media until it
emerges .
1. Remove enough
labels from the media
roll to create a 4” [100
mm] leader.
3. Feed the leader over
the peeler bar and into
the printer if you will be
peeling labels as you
print.
2. Align the edge of the
leader with the index marks
on the top cover to ensure it
will pass through the peeler
without wrinkling.
Close Media
Cover
4. Close the Media Cover:
Refer to Figure 7.4.
• Pull the media out of the printer as shown at “1.”
• Close the media cover as shown at “2”, ensuring that it latches
securely into place.
• Turn the printer on or press the Feed button if the printer is
already on.
• The printer will advance a short strip of media and will then
be ready for printing.
5. Using the Label Peeler
Optional Step for label stock only
Refer to Figure 7.5.
The label peeler feature allows automatic separation of the printed
label from its backing.
1.If you wish to use the label peeling feature, remove enough
labels from the media roll to create a leader approximately 4”
[100 mm.] long.
2. Align the media as it emerges from the printhead with the
index marks on the top cover to ensure it will pass through
the peeler assembly without wrinkling.
2. Feed the leader you created in step 1  over the peeler bar and
into the peeler assembly.
3 Push on the peeler assembly where shown in Figure 6.5.  
Insert the leader into the label peeler as shown and push on
the media roll until it emerges from the slot at the rear of the
peeler assembly.
• Turn the printer on or press the Feed button if the printer is
already on.
• The printer will advance a short strip of media and will then
be ready for printing.
Index
Section Continues
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