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Copyright Notice© 2009 ZIH Corp.This document contains information proprietary to Zebra Technologies Corporation. This document and the information contained within is Copyrighted by Zebra Technologies Corporation and may not be duplicated in full or in part by any person without written approval from Zebra.While every effort has been made to keep the information contained within current and accurate as of the date of publication, no guarantee is given that the document is error-free or that it is accurate with regard to any specification. Zebra Technologies Corporation reserves the right to make changes, for the purpose of product improvement, at any time.TrademarksZXP Series 8 is a trademark and Zebra is a registered trademark of Zebra Technologies Corporation. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. All other trademarks or registered trademarks are marks of their respective holders.Product DisposalProduct Disposal Information • Do not dispose of this product in unsorted municipal waste. This product is recyclable, and should be recycled according to your local standards. For more information, please see our web site at:http://www.zebra.com/environment
P1011091-001 Rev. A Zebra ZXP Series 8 Card Printer User’s Manual iiiContents1 • Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Printer Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Controls, Connectors, and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Zebra Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 • Installation and Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5General Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Unpacking the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Installing the Card Hoppers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Loading Cards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Opening the Printer Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Installing the Card Cleaning Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Installing the Card Cleaning Roller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Loading the Transfer Film . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Loading a Print Ribbon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Connecting Power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Connecting the Printer to your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Installing the Windows Printer Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193 • Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Card Type Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26Printing a Sample Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Manual Card Feed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Operator Control Panel (OCP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
iv Zebra ZXP Series 8 Card Printer User’s Manual P1011091-001 Rev. A Contents4 • Printer Settings and Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37Properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38Printing Preferences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 455 • ZXP ToolBox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51ZXP Toolbox Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52Printer Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53Print Test Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63Advanced Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65Print Viewer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 686 • Cleaning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69Cleaning the Printer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69Cleaning the Printhead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73Card Cleaning Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74Card Cleaning Roller. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 747 • Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75OCP Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76OCP Test Card Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79Test Card Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 808 • Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81Standard Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82Declarations of Conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85Appendix A • Printer Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87Appendix B • Magnetic Card Encoder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89Appendix C • Smart Card Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93Appendix D • Packing the Printer for Shipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97Appendix E • Worldwide Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
P1011091-001 Rev. A Zebra ZXP Series 8 Card Printer User’s Manual 11IntroductionThis manual contains installation and operation information for the Zebra ZXP Series 8 Card Printers manufactured by Zebra Technologies Corporation.The Zebra ZXP Series 8 Card Printers use reverse transfer printing technology to create photo-quality and over-the-edge images on plastic identification cards. Zebra’s reverse transfer printers provide fast throughput and a range of encoding options for a variety of markets and applications.
2 Zebra ZXP Series 8 Card Printer User’s Manual P1011091-001 Rev. A IntroductionPrinter FeaturesPrinter FeaturesThe following figure shows features of the printer.Output Hopper Input Hopper Operator Control Panel (OCP)Card Cleaning CartridgeCard Cleaning RollerPrinthead Print Ribbon Supply (behind card cleaning roller)Print Ribbon Take-UpTransfer Film SupplyTransfer Film Take-UpSingle Card Feed SlotDoor (shown open)Reject Bin(underneath input feed tray)Mag Encoder (optional) behind idler roller assembly doorTransfer Station Card SlotSmart Card Encoder (optional)
IntroductionControls, Connectors, and IndicatorsP1011091-001 Rev. A Zebra ZXP Series 8 Card Printer User’s Manual 3Controls, Connectors, and IndicatorsYour printer has an OCP Display and three OCP Buttons on the front and a power connector, power switch, and interface connector(s) on the rear panel.ReadyOCP Display OCP ButtonsPower SwitchPower ConnectorEthernetConnectorUSBConnectorOptional DB-9 Connector location for Smart Card Contact StationSecurity Cable Slot
4 Zebra ZXP Series 8 Card Printer User’s Manual P1011091-001 Rev. A IntroductionIconsIconsThroughout this manual, different icons highlight important information, as follows:Zebra SuppliesGenuine Zebra supplies meet stringent quality standards and are recommended for optimal printing quality and proper printer performance. The ZXP Series 8 printer is designed to work only with Zebra True Colours® i Series™ Ribbons and Transfer Film.Note • Indicates information that emphasizes or supplements important points of the main text.Important • Advises you of information that is essential to complete a task, or points out the importance of specific information in the text.Provides an example or scenario to demonstrate or clarify a section of text.Electrostatic Discharge Caution • Warns you of the potential for electrostatic discharge.Electric Shock Caution • Warns you of a potential electric shock situation.Hot Surface • 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, or could result in physical damage to the hardware.
P1011091-001 Rev. A Zebra ZXP Series 8 Card Printer User’s Manual 52Installation and SetupGeneral InformationThis section will guide you through the installation and setup of your Card Printer. This consists of the following procedures, which should be performed in the order presented.• Unpacking the Printer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6• Installing the Card Hoppers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8• Loading Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9• Opening the Printer Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10• Installing the Card Cleaning Cartridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11• Installing the Card Cleaning Roller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12• Loading the Transfer Film . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13• Loading a Print Ribbon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15• Connecting Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17• Connecting the Printer to your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18• Installing the Windows Printer Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19The procedure to be followed for Packing the Printer for Shipment is given at the end of this section.
6 Zebra ZXP Series 8 Card Printer User’s Manual P1011091-001 Rev. A Installation and SetupUnpacking the PrinterUnpacking the PrinterStep 1. Inspect the shipping container to ensure that no damage has occurred during shipment. If any damage is apparent, file a claim with the shipper.Step 2. Open the shipping container.Step 3. Remove the packing material and accessories.Step 4. Make sure the following items are included with your Printer:If any items are missing, please contact your dealer. To reorder, please refer to Appendix E of this manual.Important • Save all the packing material and the shipping carton in case the Printer needs to be moved or shipped. If the original material is lost or damaged, a replacement Shipping Kit can be ordered from Zebra.Quick Start Guide CD-ROM with InstallWizardCard Cleaning Cartridge Card Cleaning RollerUSB Cable Cleaning KitPower CableUSB
Installation and SetupUnpacking the PrinterP1011091-001 Rev. A Zebra ZXP Series 8 Card Printer User’s Manual 7Step 5. Lift the Printer out of the carton by holding it with both hands.Step 6. Place the Printer in a location that meets the following requirements:• A reasonably dust- and dirt-free environment.• Flat surface at least 27 in (686 mm) x 28 in (711 mm) that can support the weight of the Printer; additional space preferred. Allow a 4-inch clearance, minimum, on all sides.• Vertical clearance at least 32 in (813 mm).• Temperature within the range of 59° to 77°F (15° to 25°C).• Relative Humidity 20 to 80% inclusive, non-condensing.• AC power accessible.Step 7. Remove the protective plastic bag from the Printer.Caution • The Printer weighs approximately 27.5 lbs (12.5 kg).
8 Zebra ZXP Series 8 Card Printer User’s Manual P1011091-001 Rev. A Installation and SetupInstalling the Card HoppersInstalling the Card HoppersInput HopperThe Input Hopper is positioned on the right side of the Printer and holds the cards to be printed.Step 1. Install the Input Hopper by sliding the hopper into the receptacle on the right side of the Printer.Step 2. Ensure that the Input Hopper locks securely in place.Output HopperThe Output Hopper is positioned on the left side of the Printer and receives the printed cards.Step 1. Install the Output Hopper by inserting the four tabs on the right side of the hopper into the four slots on the left side of the Printer.Step 2. Ensure that the Output Hopper locks securely in place.
Installation and SetupLoading CardsP1011091-001 Rev. A Zebra ZXP Series 8 Card Printer User’s Manual 9Loading CardsStep 1. Open the Input Hopper Door.Step 2. Remove the wrapping from the card deck.Step 3. Holding the card deck by the sides, hold it vertically against a flat surface such as a desktop. If the deck is too thick for your hand to hold it comfortably, use about half a deck at a time.Step 4. Push the stack back and forth to an angle of about 45° from vertical, so as to separate all of the cards.Step 5. Restore the card stack to its original squared-off condition.Step 6. Place the cards in the Input Hopper in the correct orientation as shown. Ensure that the cards are seated properly the hopper.Step 7. Close the Input Hopper Door.Note • Static charges and edge burrs from the card die-cutting process can render individual cards stuck together with significant adhesion force. These cards must be physically separated from each other before inserting into the feeder; if not separated, feeding or printing problems may occur.
10 Zebra ZXP Series 8 Card Printer User’s Manual P1011091-001 Rev. A Installation and SetupOpening the Printer DoorOpening the Printer DoorStep 1. Press the Door Release button on the top of the Printer.Step 2. Observe that the Door releases and pops up approximately half an inch.Step 3. Grasp the Door at the bottom front.Step 4. Lift the Door to its upright position. It will remain in that position.
Installation and SetupInstalling the Card Cleaning CartridgeP1011091-001 Rev. A Zebra ZXP Series 8 Card Printer User’s Manual 11Installing the Card Cleaning CartridgeThe Card Cleaning Cartridge cleans the cards entering the Printer from the Input Hopper. The Card Cleaning Cartridge consists of a Cartridge Frame and an Adhesive Roller, which are packed together.Step 1. Remove the Cartridge Frame and the Adhesive Roller from their packaging. Step 2. Insert the Adhesive Roller into the Cartridge Frame. To avoid contamination, always hold the frame and the roller by the ends. Step 3. Peel the protective wrapper from the Adhesive Roller.Step 4. Open the Printer Door by pressing the Door Release button on the top of the Printer.Step 5. Locate the area where the Card Cleaning Cartridge will be installed (adjacent to the Input Hopper); circled below.Step 6. Hold the Card Cleaning Cartridge by the extended handle. Step 7. With the cartridge at about a 30° angle (pointing downward), insert the lip of the cartridge into the slot, until the cartridge seats against the back wall. Step 8. Press the front of the cartridge down until it seats all the way down and latches.Step 9. Close the Printer’s Door.

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