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Print Engine Operation

Load Ribbon

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5. See Figure 32. Open the printhead assembly by unlatching the printhead latch from the

locking pin.

Figure 32 • Opening the Printhead Assembly

6. See Figure 33. Thread the ribbon under the printhead assembly and then up toward the

upper dancer assembly.

Figure 33 • Threading Ribbon under the Printhead Assembly

1Printhead latch

2Locking pin

Caution • The printhead may be hot and could cause severe burns. Allow the

printhead to cool.

1 Printhead assembly

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Load Ribbon

7. See Figure 30 on page 40. On the upper dancer assembly, squeeze the opening tabs to

pivot open the dancer arm.

8. See Figure 30 on page 40. Carefully thread the ribbon through the upper dancer assembly,

and then slowly release the dancer arm.

9. See Figure 34. Install an empty ribbon core onto the ribbon take-up spindle, and push the

core toward the print engine frame until it is fully seated.

10. See Figure 34. Attach the end of the ribbon to the empty ribbon core with adhesive tape or

a label, and wind for several turns in the direction shown. Ensure that the ribbon winds

evenly on the spindle.

Figure 34 • Loading Ribbon on the Ribbon Take-Up Spindle

11. See Figure 32 on page 41. Close the printhead assembly by pivoting the printhead latch

onto the locking pin.

12. Close the media door.

1Ribbon take-up spindle with empty ribbon core

Print Engine Operation

Remove Used Ribbon

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Remove Used Ribbon

To remove used ribbon, complete these steps:

1. Open the media door.

2. Examine the ribbon. Did the ribbon run out?

If... Then...

Yes a. Remove the empty core from the ribbon supply spindle. Save the core

to use on the ribbon take-up spindle when you load ribbon.

b. Remove the used ribbon and core from the ribbon take-up spindle.

c. Install new ribbon following the instructions in Load Ribbon

on page 38.

No a. Cut the ribbon near the ribbon take-up spindle.

b. Remove the used ribbon and core from the ribbon take-up spindle.

c. Locate an empty ribbon core. If necessary, remove and discard the

used ribbon from the core removed in the previous step.

d. See Figure 34 on page 42. Install the empty ribbon core onto the

ribbon take-up spindle, and push the core toward the print engine

frame until it is fully seated.

e. Thread the remaining ribbon on the ribbon supply spindle following

the instructions in Load Ribbon on page 38.

f. See Figure 34 on page 42. Attach the end of the ribbon to the empty

ribbon core with adhesive tape or a label, and wind for several turns

in the direction shown. Ensure that the ribbon winds evenly on the

spindle.

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Print a Configuration Label

When you have loaded the media and ribbon (if necessary), print a configuration label as a

record of your print engine’s current settings. Keep the label to use when troubleshooting

printing problems.

To print a configuration label, complete these steps:

1. Turn Off (O) the print engine.

2. Press and hold CANCEL, and then turn On (I) the print engine. Hold CANCEL until the

first front panel light turns off.

A configuration label prints (Figure 35).

Figure 35 • Configuration Label

Print Engine Operation

Print a Network Configuration Label

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Print a Network Configuration Label

If you are using a print server, you can print a network configuration label after the print

engine is connected to the network.

To print a network configuration label, complete these steps:

1. On the front panel, press SETUP/EXIT.

2. Use the left or right oval to scroll through the parameters until you reach LIST

NETWORK.

3. Press the right oval to confirm printing.

A network configuration label prints (Figure 36).

Figure 36 • Network Configuration Label

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Calibrate the Print Engine

Calibrate the print engine when it is first put into service. Calibration allows the print engine to

establish the proper settings for the specific media and ribbon used in your application. You

may calibrate the print engine at other times as needed. Table 4 shows the different methods

for calibration.

Table 4 • Types of Calibration

Type of Calibration Description When/How It Occurs

Auto-calibration The print engine automatically sets

the value it detects for the spaces

between labels.

Occurs at the following times:

• When the print engine is first

turned on if CALIBRATION is

selected for MEDIA POWER UP

(see Select Media Power-Up

Option on page 66)

• When the print engine feeds media

after the printhead is closed if

CALIBRATION is selected for

HEAD CLOSE (see Select Head

Close Option on page 66).

• As part of both the sensor profile

and media and ribbon sensor

calibration procedures.

Long (Standard)

Calibration

The print engine does the following:

• feeds media and ribbon

• sets the values it detects for media

length, media type (continuous or

non-continuous), and print mode

(thermal transfer or direct thermal)

• updates the sensor values

To perform a long calibration, do one

of the following:

• Press PAUSE on the front panel to

pause the print engine, and then

press CALIBRATE.

• Select CALIBRATION for the

MEDIA POWER UP or HEAD

CLOSE parameter (see Select

Media Power-Up Option

on page 66 or Select Head Close

Option on page 66).

Short Calibration The print engine calibrates using the

current sensor values rather than

detecting the spaces between labels

and resetting the sensors. This

calibration sequence uses fewer

labels than the long calibration

sequence, but it is less reliable

because the values that are stored in

the sensors could be incorrect.

Select SHORT CAL for the MEDIA

POWER UP or HEAD CLOSE

parameter (see Select Media

Power-Up Option on page 66 or

Select Head Close Option

on page 66).

Print Engine Operation

Calibrate the Print Engine

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Sensor Profile

Calibration

The print engine auto-calibrates and

prints a media sensor profile.

Select the SENSOR PROFILE

option on the front panel. See Print

Sensor Profile on page 61 for

instructions.

Media and Ribbon

Sensor Sensitivity

Calibration

One of the most common

adjustments to print engine settings.

The print engine resets the sensitivity

of the sensors to detect correctly the

media and ribbon that you are using.

If you change the type of ribbon

and/or media, you might need to reset

the sensitivity of the media and

ribbon sensors. When the sensors are

at their new sensitivity, the print

engine performs an auto-calibration.

Select the MEDIA AND RIBBON

CALIBRATE option on the front

panel. See Calibrate Media and

Ribbon Sensor Sensitivity on page 62

for instructions.

Table 4 • Types of Calibration

Type of Calibration Description When/How It Occurs

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Adjust Media Sensors

This section describes how to adjust the media sensors.

Reflective Media Sensor

Some types of media have black marks printed on the underside of the media liner, which act

as “start of label” indicators. The reflective media sensor senses these black marks. The

position of this sensor is not adjustable. If you use this type of media, refer to Media

Specifications on page 122 for information about black mark requirements.

Transmissive Media Sensor

The transmissive media sensor finds “start of label” indicators, such as notches or holes in the

media or interlabel gaps. This sensor consists of a light source (positioned below the media)

and a light sensor (positioned above the media).

To position the sensor, complete these steps:

1. Refer to Figure 37. How does the current media indicate the start of labels?

If the media... Then...

Has notches or holes

between labels

Slide the sensor position indicator along the pinch roller

assembly so the point of the indicator aligns with the notch

or hole in the media.

Uses interlabel gaps Position the sensor position indicator approximately at the

center of the media width.

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Adjust Media Sensors

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Figure 37 • Media Sensor Adjustment

1Sensor position indicator

2Pinch roller assembly

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Adjust Media Sensors

Notes • ___________________________________________________________________

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Print Engine Configuration

This chapter describes the front panel parameters that are used to configure the print engine for

operation.

Contents

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Enter Setup Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Exit Setup Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Changing Password-Protected Parameters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Default Password Value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Disable the Password Protection Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Front Panel LCD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

ZebraNet® Print Server LCD Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

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Print Engine Configuration

Overview

After you have installed the media and ribbon and the Power-On Self Test (POST) is complete,

the front panel displays PRINTER READY. You may now set print engine parameters for

your application using the front panel display and the buttons directly below it. If it becomes

necessary to restore the initial print engine defaults, see PAU S E S e l f Te s t on page 112 and

FEED Self Test on page 113.

Enter Setup Mode

To enter Setup Mode, complete these steps:

1. Press SETUP/EXIT to enter Setup mode.

2. Press either NEXT or PREVIOUS to scroll through the parameters.

Exit Setup Mode

To leave Setup mode, complete these steps:

1. Press SETUP/EXIT.

The LCD displays SAVE CHANGES.

2. Press the left or right oval to display the save options (Table 5).

Important • Certain printing conditions may require that you adjust printing parameters, such

as print speed, darkness, or print mode. These conditions include (but are not limited to):

• printing at high speeds

• peeling the media

• the use of extremely thin, small, synthetic, or coated labels

Because these and other factors affect print quality, run tests to determine the best combination

of print engine settings and media for your application. A poor match may limit print quality

or print rate, or the print engine may not function properly in the desired print mode.

Table 5 • Save Options When Leaving Setup Mode

LCD Description

PERMANENT Stores values in the print engine even when power is turned

off.

TEMPORARY Saves the changes until power is turned off.

CANCEL Cancels all changes made since you entered Setup mode,

except for changes made to the darkness and tear-off settings,

which go into effect as soon as they are made.

LOAD DEFAULTS Restores all parameters other than the network settings back

to the factory defaults.

Note • Loading factory defaults causes the print engine to

auto-calibrate.

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Overview

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3. Press NEXT to select the displayed choice.

When the configuration and calibration sequence is done, PRINTER READY displays.

LOAD LAST SAVE Loads values from the last permanent save.

DEFAULT NET Restores the wired network settings back to factory defaults.

Table 5 • Save Options When Leaving Setup Mode

LCD Description

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Changing Password-Protected Parameters

Certain parameters, including the communication parameters, are password-protected by

factory default.

The first time that you attempt to change a password-protected parameter, the print engine

displays ENTER PASSWORD. Before you can change the parameter, you must enter the

four-digit numeric password. After you have entered the password correctly, you do not have

to enter it again unless you leave Setup mode by pressing SETUP/EXIT or by turning Off (O)

the print engine.

To enter a password for a password-protected parameter, complete

these steps:

1. At the password prompt, use the left oval to change the selected digit position.

2. When you have selected the digit that you wish to change, use the right oval to increase

the selected digit value. Repeat these two steps for each digit of the password.

3. After entering the password, press NEXT.

The parameter you selected to change is displayed. If the password was entered correctly,

you can change the value.

Default Password Value

The default password value is 1234. The password can be changed using the ^KP (Define

Password) ZPL II instruction.

Disable the Password Protection Feature

You can disable the password protection feature so that it no longer prompts you for a

password by setting the password to 0000 via the ^KP ZPL/ZPL II command. To re-enable the

password-protection feature, send the ZPL/ZPL II command ^KPx, where x can be any

number from 1 to 9999.

Caution • Do not change password-protected parameters unless you have a complete

understanding of the parameters’ functions. If the parameters are set incorrectly, the print

engine may function unpredictably.

Print Engine Configuration

Front Panel LCD

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Front Panel LCD

Use the LCD display on the front panel to adjust print engine settings. Table 6 shows

parameters in the order in which they are displayed when you press NEXT after entering Setup

mode. Throughout this process, press NEXT to continue to the next parameter, or press

PREVIOUS to return to the previous parameter in the cycle. When a parameter is changed, an

asterisk (*) is shown in the upper left corner of the display to indicate that the value is different

from the one currently active in the print engine.

Table 6 • Print Engine Parameters (Sheet 1 of 18)

Parameter Action/Explanation

Adjust Print Darkness

Darkness (burn duration) settings depend on a variety of factors, including

ribbon type, media, and the condition of the printhead. You may adjust the

darkness for consistent high-quality printing.

If printing is too light or if there are voids in printed areas, you should

increase the darkness. If printing is too dark or if there is spreading or

bleeding of printed areas, you should decrease the darkness. Darkness

settings also may be changed by the driver or software settings.

The FEED Self Test on page 113 can be used to determine the best

darkness setting. Because the darkness setting takes effect immediately,

you can see the results on labels that are currently printing.

Important • Set the darkness to the lowest setting that provides good print

quality. If the darkness is set too high, the ink may smear, the ribbon may

burn through, or the printhead may wear prematurely.

• Press the right oval to increase darkness.

• Press the left oval to decrease darkness.

Default: +4.0

Range: 00.0 to +30.0

Adjust Print Speed

Adjusts the speed for printing a label (given in inches per second). Slower

print speeds typically yield better print quality. Print speed changes take

effect upon exiting Setup mode.

• Press the right oval to increase the value.

• Press the left oval to decrease the value.

Default: 2 IPS

Range: 2 to 12 IPS for 203 dpi

Adjust Slew Speed

Adjusts the speed for feeding a blank label (given in inches per second).

• Press the right oval to increase the value.

• Press the left oval to decrease the value.

Default: 6 IPS

Range: 1 to 12 IPS

DARKNESS +4.0

- +

PRINT SPEED

2 IPS +

SLEW SPEED

6 IPS +

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Adjust Backfeed Speed

If backfeed is on, adjusts the speed at which the label backs up before

printing (given in inches per second).

• Press the right oval to increase the value.

• Press the left oval to decrease the value.

Default: 2 IPS

Range: 1 to 12 IPS

Adjust the Tear-Off Position

This parameter establishes the position of the media over the

tear-off/peel-off bar after printing. Positive numbers move the media out

and negative numbers move the media in.

Each press of an oval adjusts the tear-off position by four dot rows.

• Press the right oval to increase the value.

• Press the left oval to decrease the value.

Default: +0

Range: –120 to +120

Select Print Mode

Print mode settings tell the print engine the method of media delivery that

you wish to use.

• Press either oval to display other choices.

Default: APPLICATOR

Selections: TEAR-OFF, REWIND, APPLICATOR

Set Media Type

This parameter tells the print engine the type of media that you are using.

Selecting continuous media requires that you include a label length

instruction in your label format (^LLxxxx if you are using ZPL or

ZPL II).

When non-continuous media is selected, the print engine feeds media to

calculate label length (the distance between two recognized registration

points of the inter-label gap, webbing, or alignment notch or hole).

• Press either oval to display other choices.

Default: NON-CONTINUOUS

Selections: CONTINUOUS, NON-CONTINUOUS

Table 6 • Print Engine Parameters (Sheet 2 of 18)

Parameter Action/Explanation

BACKFEED SPEED

2 IPS +

TEAR OFF +000

- +

PRINT MODE

-APPLICATOR +

MEDIA TYPE

-NON-CONTINUOUS+

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Set the Sensor Type

This parameter tells the print engine whether you are using media with a

web (gap/space between labels, notch, or hole) to indicate the separations

between labels or if you are using media with a black mark printed on the

back. If your media does not have black marks for registration on the back,

leave your print engine at the default (WEB).

• Press either oval to display other choices.

Default: WEB

Selections: WEB, MARK

Select Print Method

The print method parameter tells the print engine the method of printing

that you wish to use: direct thermal (no ribbon) or thermal transfer (using

thermal transfer media and ribbon).

• Press either oval to display other choices.

Default: THERMAL TRANSFER

Selections: THERMAL TRANSFER, DIRECT THERMAL

Note • Selecting direct thermal when using thermal transfer media and

ribbon creates a print engine error condition, but printing continues.

Set Print Width

Determines the printable area across the width of the label given the

resolution of the print engine.

To change value shown:

1. Press the left oval to move the cursor.

2. Press the right oval to increase the value of the digit.

To change the unit of measurement:

1. Press the left oval until the unit of measurement is active.

2. Press the right oval to toggle to a different unit of measure (mm,

inches, or dots).

Default: 104 MM

NOTE: Setting the width too narrow can result in portions of the label not

being printed on the media. Setting the width too wide wastes formatting

memory and can cause printing off the label and on the platen roller. This

setting can affect the horizontal position of the label format if the image

was inverted using the ^POI ZPL II command.

Table 6 • Print Engine Parameters (Sheet 3 of 18)

Parameter Action/Explanation

SENSOR TYPE

-WEB +

PRINT METHOD

-THERMAL-TRANS.+

PRINT WIDTH

- 104 0/8 MM +

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Front Panel LCD

Set Maximum Label Length

Maximum length is used in conjunction with the calibration procedure.

The value of this setting is the maximum label length that is used during

the media portion of the calibration process. Only a few labels are required

to set media sensors. The interlabel gap is considered part of the label

length and must be taken into consideration.

Always set a value that is at least 1 in. (25.4 mm) longer than the length of

the label you are using. For example, if the label length is 5 inches

(126 mm) including the interlabel gap, set the parameter for 6.0 inches

(152 mm). If the label length is 7.5 inches (190 mm), set the parameter for

9.0 inches (229 mm). If the value is set to a smaller value than the label

length, the print engine assumes that continuous media is loaded, and the

print engine cannot calibrate.

• Press the right oval to increase the value.

• Press the left oval to decrease the value.

Default: 39.0 inches (988 mm).

Range: Values are adjustable in one-inch (25.4 mm) increments.

Set Early Warning for Media

When this parameter is enabled, the print engine provides warnings when

labels are running low.

Note • Update the number of labels per roll when beginning use of the

Early Warning System. Also, the print engine does not make any

adjustments when power is turned off and on.

• Press the right or left oval to display other choices.

Default: MEDIA DISABLED

Selections: MEDIA DISABLED, MEDIA ENABLED

To change the Early Warning settings:

1. When the LCD displays EARLY WARNING, press the right or left

oval until the desired setting is listed on the LCD. (If you are

prompted for a password, enter your password using the instructions

in Changing Password-Protected Parameters on page 54.)

When the print engine detects that less than 15% of the labels remain,

WARNING MEDIA LOW appears on the LCD. If the alert function

has been enabled, an alert is also sent. When the printhead is opened

and then closed after a media warning has been received, the LCD

prompts with MEDIA REPLACED?.

Press the right oval to select YES to clear the warning and reset the

label counter.

2. When setting the Early Warning for maintenance, the LCD prompts

HEAD CLEAN?.

3. Press the right oval to select YES.

Table 6 • Print Engine Parameters (Sheet 4 of 18)

Parameter Action/Explanation

MAXIMUM LENGTH

-39.0 IN 988 MM

EARLY WARNING

MEDIA DISABLED

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Set Early Warning for Maintenance

When this parameter is enabled, the print engine provides warnings when

the printhead needs to be cleaned.

Note • Update the number of labels per roll when beginning use of the

Early Warning System. Also, the print engine does not make any

adjustments when power is turned off and on.

• Press the right or left oval to display other choices.

Default: MAINTENANCE DISABLED

Selections: MAINTENANCE DISABLED, MAINTENANCE

ENABLED

To change the Early Warning settings:

1. When the LCD displays EARLY WARNING, press the right or left

oval until the desired setting is listed on the LCD. (If you are

prompted for a password, enter your password using the instructions

in Changing Password-Protected Parameters on page 54.)

When setting the Early Warning for maintenance, the LCD prompts

HEAD CLEAN?.

2. Press the right oval to select YES.

List Fonts

• Press the right oval to print a label that lists the available fonts in the

print engine, including standard print engine fonts plus any optional

fonts. Fonts may be stored in RAM, Flash memory, optional PCMCIA

font cards, or CompactFlash cards.

List Bar Codes

• Press the right oval to print a label that lists the available bar codes in

the print engine. Bar codes may be stored in RAM, Flash memory,

optional PCMCIA cards, or CompactFlash cards.

List Images

• Press the right oval to print a label that lists the available images stored

in the print engine’s RAM, Flash memory, optional memory card,

PCMCIA cards, or CompactFlash cards.

List Formats

• Press the right oval to print a label that lists the available formats stored

in the print engine’s RAM, Flash memory, optional EPROM, or optional

memory card.

List Setup

• Press the right oval to print a configuration label, which lists the current

print engine configuration.

Table 6 • Print Engine Parameters (Sheet 5 of 18)

Parameter Action/Explanation

EARLY WARNING

MAINT. OFF

LIST FONTS

LIST BAR CODES

LIST IMAGES

LIST FORMATS

LIST SETUP

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List Network Settings

This selection is used to print a network configuration label, which lists the

settings for any print server that is installed.

• Press the right oval to print a network configuration label.

List All

• Press the right oval to print labels that list the available fonts, bar codes,

images, formats, and the current print engine and network

configurations.

Initialize Memory Card

Caution • Perform this operation only when it is necessary to erase all

previously stored information from the optional PCMCIA card or

CompactFlash card.

1. Press the right oval to select YES. (If you are prompted to enter the

password, see Changing Password-Protected Parameters on page 54.

The front panel LCD asks ARE YOU SURE?.

2. Do you wish to continue?

• Press the left oval to select NO to cancel the request and return to

INITIALIZE CARD prompt.

• Press the right oval to select YES and begin initialization.

When initialization is complete, the print engine automatically exits

Setup mode, and the front panel displays PRINTER READY. If you

exit Setup mode while initialization is still in process, the front panel

display flashes between the phrases CHECKING B: MEMORY and

PRINTER IDLE.

Note • Depending on the amount of memory in the memory card,

initialization may take up to 5 minutes to complete.

Table 6 • Print Engine Parameters (Sheet 6 of 18)

Parameter Action/Explanation

LIST NETWORK

LIST ALL

FORMAT CARD:

A: B:

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Initialize Flash Memory

Caution • Perform this operation only when it is necessary to erase all

previously stored information from Flash memory.

1. Press the right oval to select YES. (If you are prompted to enter the

password, see Changing Password-Protected Parameters on page 54.

The display shows INITIALIZE FLASH?

2. Press the right oval to select YES.

The display shows ARE YOU SURE?.

3. Do you wish to continue?

• Press the left oval to select NO to cancel the request and return to the

INITIALIZE FLASH prompt.

• Press the right oval to select YES and begin initialization.

When initialization is complete, the print engine automatically exits

Setup mode, and the front panel displays PRINTER READY. If you

exit Setup mode while initialization is still in process, the front panel

display flashes between the phrases CHECKING E: MEMORY and

PRINTER IDLE.

Note • Depending on the amount of free FLASH memory, initialization

may take up to 1 minute to complete.

Print Sensor Profile

The media sensor profile may be used to troubleshoot registration

problems that may be caused when the media sensor detects preprinted

areas on the media or experiences difficulty in determining web location.

• Press the right oval to start this standard calibration procedure and print

a media sensor profile.

Figure 38 shows a media sensor profile. If the sensitivity of the media

and/or ribbon sensors must be adjusted, use Calibrate Media and Ribbon

Sensor Sensitivity on page 62 to adjust sensor sensitivity.

Figure 38 • Media Sensor Profile

Table 6 • Print Engine Parameters (Sheet 7 of 18)

Parameter Action/Explanation

INIT FLASH MEM

YES

SENSOR PROFILE

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Calibrate Media and Ribbon Sensor Sensitivity

Use this procedure to adjust sensitivity of media and ribbon sensors.

Important • This procedure must be followed exactly as presented. All of

the steps must be performed even if only one of the sensors requires

adjustment. You may press the left oval at any step in this procedure to

cancel the procedure.

1. Press the right oval to start the calibration procedure.

The LOAD BACKING prompt displays.

2. Open the printhead.

3. Remove approximately 8 in. (203 mm) of labels from the backing, and

pull the media into the print engine so that only the backing is between

the media sensors.

4. Leave the printhead open.

5. Press the right oval to continue.

The REMOVE RIBBON prompt displays.

6. Remove the ribbon (if used).

7. Close the printhead.

8. Press the right oval to continue.

The message CALIBRATING PLEASE WAIT displays.

The print engine adjusts the scale (gain) of the signals that it receives

from the media and ribbon sensors based on the specific media and

ribbon combination being used. On the sensor profile, this essentially

corresponds to moving the peak of the graph up or down to optimize

the readings for your application.

When calibration is complete, RELOAD ALL displays.

9. Open the printhead and pull the media forward until a label is

positioned under the media sensor.

10. Reload the ribbon (if used).

11. Close the printhead.

12. Press the right oval to continue.

The print engine performs an auto-calibration. During this process, the

print engine checks the readings for the media and ribbon based on the

new scale established, determines the label length, and determines the

print mode. To see the new readings on the new scale, print a sensor

profile.

Set Parallel Communications

Select the communications port that matches the one being used by the

host computer.

• Press the right or left oval to display other choices.

Default: BIDIRECTIONAL

Selections: BIDIRECTIONAL, UNIDIRECTIONAL

Table 6 • Print Engine Parameters (Sheet 8 of 18)

Parameter Action/Explanation

MEDIA AND RIBBON

CALIBRATE

PARALLEL COMM.

- BIDIRECTIONAL +

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Set Serial Communications

Select the communications port that matches the one being used by the

host computer.

Important • Do not change this parameter from the default. The print

engine supports only RS-232. This parameter will be eliminated in a future

version of the firmware.

Default: RS-232

Selections: RS-232, RS-422/485, RS-485 MULTIDROP

Set Baud

The baud setting of the print engine must match the baud setting of the

host computer for accurate communications to take place. Select the value

that matches the one being used by the host computer.

• Press the right or left oval to display other choices.

Default: 9600

Selections: 110, 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 14400, 19200, 28800,

38400, 57600, 115200

Set Data Bits

The data bits of the print engine must match the data bits of the host

computer for accurate communications to take place. Set the data bits to

match the setting being used by the host computer.

Note • Code Page 850 requires the data bits to be set to 8 bits. See the

ZPL II Programming Guide for more information.

• Press the right or left oval to display other choices.

Default: 8BITS

Selections: 7BITS, 8BITS

Set Parity

The parity of the print engine must match the parity of the host computer

for accurate communications to take place. Select the parity that matches

the one being used by the host computer.

• Press the right or left oval to display other choices.

Default: NONE

Selections: EVEN, ODD, NONE

Set Host Handshake

The handshake protocol of the print engine must match the handshake

protocol of the host computer for communication to take place. Select the

handshake protocol that matches the one being used by the host computer.

• Press the right or left oval to display other choices.

Default: XON/XOFF

Selections: XON/XOFF, DTR/DSR, RTS/CTS

Table 6 • Print Engine Parameters (Sheet 9 of 18)

Parameter Action/Explanation

SERIAL COMM

- RS232 +

BAUD

- 9600 +

DATA BITS

- 8 BITS

PARITY

- EVEN +

HOST HANDSHAKE

- XON/XOFF +

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Set Protocol

Protocol is a type of error checking system. Depending on the selection, an

indicator may be sent from the print engine to the host computer signifying

that data has been received. Select the protocol that is requested by the

host computer. Further details on protocol can be found in the ZPL II

Programming Guide.

• Press the right or left oval to display other choices.

Default: NONE

Selections: NONE, ZEBRA, ACK_NAK

Note • Zebra is the same as ACK_NAK, except that Zebra response

messages are sequenced. If Zebra is selected, the print engine must use

DTR/DSR host handshake protocol.

Set Network ID

Network ID is used to assign a unique number to a print engine. This gives

the host computer the means to address a specific print engine. This does

not affect TCP/IP or IPX networks.

1. Press the left oval to move to the next digit position.

2. Press the right oval to increase the value of the digit.

Default: 000

Range: 000 to 999

Set Communications Mode

The communication diagnostics mode is a troubleshooting tool for

checking the interconnection between the print engine and the host

computer. When DIAGNOSTICS is selected, all data sent from the host

computer to the print engine prints as straight ASCII characters, with the

hex value below the ASCII text. The print engine prints all characters

received, including control codes, like CR (carriage return). A sample

printout is shown in Communications Diagnostics Test on page 116.

Notes on diagnostic printouts are defined as follows:

• FE indicates a framing error.

• OE indicates an overrun error.

• PE indicates a parity error.

• NE indicates noise.

1. Press the right or left oval to toggle between the choices.

2. For any errors, check that your communication parameters are correct.

3. Set the print width equal to or less than the label width used for the

test. See Set Print Width on page 57 for more information.

Default: NORMAL MODE

Selections: NORMAL MODE, DIAGNOSTICS

Table 6 • Print Engine Parameters (Sheet 10 of 18)

Parameter Action/Explanation

PROTOCOL

- NONE +

NETWORK ID

- 000 +

COMMUNICATIONS

- NORMAL MODE +

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Set Control Prefix Character

The print engine looks for this two-digit hex character to indicate the start

of a ZPL/ZPL II control instruction. The “H” that is displayed indicates

Hexadecimal and is not part of the value.

Note • Do not use the same hex value for the control, format, and delimiter

character. The print engine must see different characters to work properly.

1. Press the left oval to move to the next digit position.

2. Press the right oval to increase the value of the digit.

Default: 7E (tilde—displayed as a black square)

Range: 00 to FF

Set Format Prefix Character

The format prefix is a two-digit hex value used as a parameter place

marker in ZPL/ZPL II format instructions. The “H” that is displayed

indicates Hexadecimal and is not part of the value. The print engine looks

for this hex character to indicate the start of a ZPL/ZPL II format

instruction. See the ZPL II Programming Guide Volume I for more

information.

Note • Do not use the same hex value for the control, format, and

delimiter character. The print engine must see different characters to work

properly.

1. Press the left oval to move to the next digit position.

2. Press the right oval to increase the value of the digit.

Default: 5E (caret)

Range: 00 to FF

Set Delimiter Character

The delimiter character is a two-digit hex value used as a parameter place

marker in ZPL/ZPL II format instructions. See the ZPL II Programming

Guide Volume I for more information.

Note • Do not use the same hex value for the control, format, and

delimiter character. The print engine must see different characters to work

properly.

1. Press the left oval to move to the next digit position.

2. Press the right oval to increase the value of the digit.

Default: 2C (comma)

Range: 00 to FF

Table 6 • Print Engine Parameters (Sheet 11 of 18)

Parameter Action/Explanation

CONTROL PREFIX

- < >7EH +

FORMAT PREFIX

- <^>5EH +

DELIMITER CHAR

- <,>2CH +

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Select ZPL Mode

The print engine remains in the selected mode until it is changed by this

front panel instruction or by using a ZPL/ZPL II command. The print

engine accepts label formats written in either ZPL or ZPL II, eliminating

the need to rewrite any ZPL formats that already exist. See the ZPL II

Programming Guide for more information on the differences between ZPL

and ZPL II.

• Press the right or left oval to display other choices.

Default: ZPL II

Selections: ZPL II, ZPL

Select Media Power-Up Option

This parameter sets the action of the labels when the print engine is turned

on.

• Press the right or left oval to display the choices.

Default: CALIBRATION

Selections: FEED, CALIBRATION, LENGTH, SHORT CAL, and NO

MOTION

•Feed—feeds the labels to the first registration point.

•Calibration—determines the length of the label and adjusts the sensor

settings.

•Length—In continuous mode, feeds the last stored label length. In

non-continuous mode, calibrates based on the maximum label length

setting (see Set Maximum Label Length on page 58).

•Short Cal—calibrates label length using the current sensor settings.

•No Motion—the media does not move. You must press FEED to cause

the print engine to resynch to the start of the next label.

Select Head Close Option

• Press the right or left oval to display the choices.

Default: CALIBRATION

Selections: FEED, CALIBRATION, LENGTH, SHORT CAL, and NO

MOTION

•Feed—feeds the labels to the first registration point.

•Calibration—determines the length of the label and adjusts the sensor

settings.

•Length—In continuous mode, feeds the last stored label length. In

non-continuous mode, calibrates based on the maximum label length

setting (see Set Maximum Label Length on page 58).

•Short Cal—calibrates label length using the current sensor settings.

•No Motion—the media does not move. You must press FEED to cause

the print engine to resynch to the start of the next label.

Table 6 • Print Engine Parameters (Sheet 12 of 18)

Parameter Action/Explanation

ZPL MODE

- ZPL II +

MEDIA POWER UP

- CALIBRATION +

HEAD CLOSE

- CALIBRATION +

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Select Backfeed Sequence

This parameter establishes when label backfeed occurs after a label is

removed in applicator mode. It has no effect in Rewind mode. This

parameter setting can be superseded by the ~JS instruction when received

as part of a label format (refer to ZPL II Programming Guide Volume I).

• Press the right or left oval to display other choices.

Default: BEFORE

Selections: DEFAULT, AFTER, BEFORE, OFF

Adjust Label Top Position

The label top position adjusts the print position vertically on the label.

Positive numbers adjust the label top position further down the label (away

from the printhead); negative numbers adjust the position up the label

(toward the printhead). The displayed value represents dots.

• Press the right oval to increase the value.

• Press the left oval to decrease the value.

Default: +000

Range: –120 to +120 dots

Adjust Left Position

This parameter establishes how far from the left edge of a label the format

begins to print by adjusting horizontal positioning on the label. Positive

numbers adjust the printing away from the main frame by the number of

dots selected; negative numbers shift printing toward the main frame. The

displayed value represents dots.

1. Press the left oval to move the cursor.

2. Press the right oval to change between + and to increase the value of

the digit.

3. For a negative value, enter the value before changing to the minus

sign.

Default: 0000

Range: –9999 to +9999 dots

Table 6 • Print Engine Parameters (Sheet 13 of 18)

Parameter Action/Explanation

BACKFEED

- BEFORE +

LABEL TOP +000

- +

LEFT POSITION

- ±0000 +

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Set the Head Resistor Value

Caution • This parameter should be changed only by qualified service

personnel. Do not set the value higher than that shown on the

printhead. Setting a higher value may damage the printhead.

This value has been preset at the factory to match the resistance value of

the printhead. It does not need to be changed unless the printhead or the

main logic board is replaced.

1. Look on the printhead for the label that shows the resistance value

(Ωvalue). Take note of this value before installing the replacement

printhead.

2. Press the left oval to move to the next digit position.

3. Press the right oval to increase the value of the digit.

Initial Value: Factory-set to match the printhead shipped with your print

engine.

Default Value: 0500

Range: 0500 to 2000

Set the Applicator Port

Determines the action of the applicator port.

Note • Set this value as suggested by the applicator manufacturer.

•Off: The applicator port is off.

•Mode 1: Asserts the ~END_PRINT signal low while the print engine

is moving the label forward.

•Mode 2: Asserts the ~END_PRINT signal high while the print

engine is moving the label forward.

•Mode 3: Asserts the ~END_PRINT signal low for 20 milliseconds

when a label has been completed and positioned. Not asserted during

continuous printing modes.

•Mode 4: Asserts the ~END_PRINT signal high for 20 milliseconds

when a label has been completed and positioned. Not asserted during

continuous printing modes.

• Press the right or left oval to display other choices.

Default: OFF

Selections: OFF, MODE 1, MODE 2, MODE 3, MODE 4

Table 6 • Print Engine Parameters (Sheet 14 of 18)

Parameter Action/Explanation

HEAD RESISTOR

- 0500 OHMS +

APPLICATOR PORT

- OFF +

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Select Start Print Signal

This parameter determines how the print engine reacts to the Start Print

Signal input on pin 3 of the applicator interface connector at the rear of the

print engine.

•Pulse Mode—Labels print when the signal transitions from HIGH to

LOW.

•Level Mode—Labels print as long as the signal is asserted LOW.

Caution • Start Print Signal is set by the applicator manufacturer and

should not be changed unless the factory defaults have been reloaded.

Please make a note of it. While other choices are valid, the print engine

must be returned to its designated setting for it to work properly.

•Press the right or left oval to display other choices.

Default: PULSE MODE

Selections: PULSE MODE, LEVEL MODE

Select Resynch Mode

This parameter determines how the print engine reacts if the label

synchronization is lost and the label top is not where expected.

•Feed Mode—If the label top is not where expected, the print engine

feeds a blank label to find the label top position.

•Error Mode—If the label top is not where expected, the print engine

stops, enters Pause mode, displays the message Error

Condition Feed Label, flashes the ERROR light, and asserts

the Service Required signal (pin 10 on the Applicator Interface

Connector).

To resynch the media to the top of the label in Error mode, press

PAUSE to exit Pause mode. The ERROR light stops flashing, and the

Service Required signal is deactivated. The action of the print engine

is determined by the Head Close configuration selection (see

Select Head Close Option on page 66).

• Press the right or left oval to toggle between choices.

Default: FEED MODE

Selections: FEED MODE, ERROR MODE

Set Ribbon Low Mode

When the Ribbon Low feature is off, the output signal (Pin 9) does not

function, the LOW RIBBON warning is not displayed, and the print engine

continues to print until it runs out of ribbon.

When the Ribbon Low feature is set to any of the lengths, output signal

(Pin 9) on the applicator port is functional. When the amount of ribbon on

the supply spindle reaches the specific length, the output signal asserts

HIGH to provide a RIBBON LOW warning.

• Press the right or left oval to display other choices.

Default: 25M

Selections: OFF, 25M, 50M, 75M, 100M

Table 6 • Print Engine Parameters (Sheet 15 of 18)

Parameter Action/Explanation

START PRINT SIG

- PULSE MODE +

RESYNCH MODE

- FEED MODE +

RIBBON LOW MODE

- 25M +

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Set Reprint Mode

When the Reprint feature is enabled, the reprint input signal (Pin 6) on the

applicator port is functional. When the input signal is asserted, the last

label printed is printed again. (This includes non-printing labels.) When

the Reprint feature is disabled, the reprint input signal is ignored.

Note • The ^SP ZPL command is ignored when the Reprint feature is

enabled. When the Reprint feature is disabled, the ^SP command can be

used. In addition, when a received label format is canceled prior to

printing, the reprint function for the previous label is also canceled. Refer

to the ZPL II Programming Guide for additional information.

• Press the right or left oval to display other choices.

Default: DISABLED

Range: ENABLED, DISABLED

These parameters are automatically set during the calibration procedure

and should be changed only by a qualified service technician. Refer to the

ZPL II Programming Guide for information on these parameters.

• Press NEXT repeatedly to skip these parameters.

Adjust LCD Display

This parameter allows you to adjust the brightness of your LCD if it is

difficult to read.

• Press the left oval to decrease the value (reduce brightness).

• Press the right oval to increase the value (increase brightness).

Default: 10

Range: 00 to 19

Table 6 • Print Engine Parameters (Sheet 16 of 18)

Parameter Action/Explanation

REPRINT MODE

- DISABLED +

WEB S. 073

- +

MEDIA S. 075

- +

RIBBON S. 071

- +

MARK S. 000

- +

MARK MED S. 000

- +

MEDIA LED 082

- +

MARK LED 005

- +

RIBBON LED 008

- +

LCD ADJUST +10

- +

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Select Format Convert

Selects the bitmap scaling factor. The first number is the original dots per

inch (dpi) value; the second, the dpi to which you would like to scale.

• Press the right or left oval to display other choices.

Default: NONE

Selections: NONE, 150 → 300, 150 → 600, 200 → 600, 300 → 600

Set RTS Takeup Dancer Arm Calibration Value

This parameter is used as a diagnostic tool to monitor the voltage supplied

to the Ribbon Tensioning System Takeup Dancer Arm. Refer to the

Maintenance Manual for information.

Set RTS Supply Dancer Arm Calibration Value

This parameter is used as a diagnostic tool to monitor the voltage supplied

to the Ribbon Tensioning System Supply Dancer Arm. Refer to the

Maintenance Manual for information.

Select Idle Display

This parameter selects the LCD options for the real-time clock.

Note • If the default value is not selected, pressing either oval briefly

displays the firmware version of the print engine.

• Press the right or left oval to display other choices.

Default: FIRMWARE VERSION

Selections: MM/DD/YY (24 HOUR), MM/DD/YY (12 HOUR),

DD/MM/YY (24 HOUR), DD/MM/YY (12 HOUR), FW VERSION

Set RTC Date

This parameter allows you to set the date following the convention

selected in IDLE DISPLAY.

1. Press the left oval to move to the next digit position.

2. Press the right oval to change the value of the digit.

Set RTC Time

This parameter allows you to set the time following the convention

selected in IDLE DISPLAY.

1. Press the left oval to move to the next digit position.

2. Press the right oval to change the value of the digit.

Table 6 • Print Engine Parameters (Sheet 17 of 18)

Parameter Action/Explanation

FORMAT CONVERT

- NONE +

RTS TAKEUP ARM

XXX

RTS SUPPLY ARM

XXX

IDLE DISPLAY

- FW VERSION +

RTC DATE

- 01/31/01 +

RTC TIME

- 14:55 +

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Perform RFID Test

In both versions of this test, the print engine attempts to read and write to a

transponder. In the slow test, the print engine also checks the reader

version number. If the print engine fails the test, the front panel displays an

error message.

1. Place an RFID tag over the reader (no movement occurs with the test).

2. Press SELECT to select the parameter.

3. Press MINUS (–) to select QUICK.

Press PLUS (+) to select SLOW.

4. If necessary, press PLUS (+) to select CONTINUE.

5. Press SELECT to deselect the parameter.

Show RFID Error Status

If an error condition exists, a message may be displayed here.

Select the Display Language

This parameter allows you to change the language displayed on the front

panel LCD.

• Press the right or left oval to display other choices.

Default: ENGLISH

Selections: ENGLISH, SPANISH, FRENCH, GERMAN, ITALIAN,

NORWEGIAN, PORTUGUESE, SWEDISH, DANISH, SPANISH 2,

DUTCH, FINNISH, JAPAN

Table 6 • Print Engine Parameters (Sheet 18 of 18)

Parameter Action/Explanation

RFID TEST

QUICK SLOW

RFID ERR STATUS

LANGUAGE

-ENGLISH +

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ZebraNet® Print Server LCD Displays

The menu options shown in Table 7 display only if you have the ZebraNet PrintServer II

installed.

Table 7 • Print Server LCD Displays

Parameter Action/Explanation

IP PROTOCOL1IP Protocol

Allows either the user (permanent) or the server (dynamic) to select the IP address.

If a dynamic option is chosen, this selection determines the method(s) by which the

print server receives the IP address from the server.

• Press the right or left oval to display other choices.

Default: ALL

Selections: ALL, GLEANING ONLY, RARP, BOOTP, DHCP, DHCP AND

BOOTP, PERMANENT

IP ADDRESS1IP Address

This parameter allows you to select the IP address if PERMANENT was chosen in

IP PROTOCOL. (If a dynamic option was chosen, the user cannot select the

address.)

1. Press the left oval to move to the next digit position.

2. Press the right oval to increase the value of the digit.

SUBNET MASK1Subnet Mask

This parameter selects the part of the IP address that is considered to be part of the

local network. It can be reached without going through the default gateway.

1. Press the left oval to move to the next digit position.

2. Press the right oval to increase the value of the digit.

DEFAULT

GATEWAY1

Default Gateway

This parameter allows you to select the IP address that the network traffic is routed

through if the destination address is not part of the local network.

1. Press the left oval to move to the next digit position.

2. Press the right oval to increase the value of the digit.

1 These parameters appear after the system recognizes the existence of a ZebraNet print server. After the print server is

recognized, all zeroes (000.000.000.000) will display until the printer obtains an IP address or defaults to address

192.168.254.254.

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RFID Guidelines

This chapter provides an overview of how RFID works and the ZPL commands used to create

RFID labels.

Contents

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Transponder Placement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

ZPL II Commands for RFID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

^HV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

^RS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

^RT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

^WT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

Sample of RFID Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

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Overview

The R110PA X 3 “smart” label printer-encoders serve as dynamic tools for both printing and

encoding RFID labels, tickets, and tags. The print engine encodes information on ultra-thin

UHF RFID transponders embedded in “smart” labels. It then immediately verifies proper

encoding and prints bar codes, graphics, and/or text on the label’s surface. For more

information about RFID media, see Table 3, Types of Media on page 27.

Functionality of an encoded “smart” label depends on factors such as where the label is placed

on an item as well as on the contents of the item (such as metals or liquids). Contact the

supplier of your RFID transponders for assistance with these types of issues.

Transponder Placement

The transponder, which is sometimes called the RFID tag, is usually comprised 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 a “smart” label up to the light, you can see the

transponder’s antenna embedded within the label, and you can feel a bump in the label where

the IC chip is located.

Communication between the “smart” label and the print engine is established when the

transponder lines up with the print engine’s antenna. The optimal transponder position varies

with the transponder size, its configuration, and the type of RFID IC chip used.

Print quality may be affected by printing directly over the transponder. In particular,

there is an area on each label immediately around the location of the IC chip where the print

engine may print with low quality. Design your printed label around the location of the

chip in the type of approved “smart” label that you select. For the list of approved

transponders and related placement specifications, go to http://www.rfid.zebra.com.

Important • It is important to use transponders that have been specifically approved for use in

this RFID print engine. Failure to do so may result in the inability to read or write to the

embedded RFID tags. As new transponders become commercially available, Zebra will

evaluate them for compatibility with this print engine. For the list of approved transponders,

go to http://www.rfid.zebra.com.

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ZPL II Commands for RFID

Printing and encoding (writing) of “smart” labels is handled through the use of Zebra

Programming Language (ZPL). Each transponder has memory that can be read from through

ZPL commands, and most transponders have memory that can be written to. The print engine

divides the ZPL commands that it receives into two categories: RFID and non-RFID (such as

the printing commands for bar codes or human-readable text).

ZPL commands also provide for exception handling, such as setting the number of read/write

retries before declaring a transponder defective. For example, if an RFID transponder fails to

program correctly or cannot be detected, the print engine ejects it and prints the word “VOID”

across the label. This process continues for the number of RFID tags specified by the ^RS

command using the same data and format.

The following pages provide the ZPL II commands that can be used for RFID applications.

Important • If a parameter is designated as not applicable, any value entered for the parameter

will be ignored, but the place holder for the field is required.

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^HV

Host Verification

Description This command is used to return data from specified fields, along with an

optional ASCII header, to the host. It can be used with any field that has been assigned a

number with the ^RT command.

Format ^HV#,n,h

The following table identifies the parameters for this format.

Parameters Details

#= field number

specified with another

command

The value assigned to this parameter should be the same as the one used in the

^RT command.

Accepted values: 0 to 9999

Default value: 0

n= maximum number of

bytes to be returned

Accepted values: 1 to 256

Default value: 64

h= header Header (in ASCII characters) to be returned with the data.

Acceptable values: 0 to 3072 characters

Default value: none

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^RS

RFID Setup

Description The ^RS command sets up various RFID parameters, including label position,

error handling, and number of retries.

Format ^RSt,p,v,n,e,s,r

The following table identifies the parameters for this format.

Important • Use care when using this command in combination with ^RT (reading tag data).

Problems can occur if the data read from the tag is going to be printed on the label. Any data

read from the transponder must be positioned to be printed above the read/write position.

Failure to do this will prevent read data from being printed on the label.

Parameters Details

t=tag type Accepted values:

•1 = Auto detect (automatically determine the tag type by querying the tag)

Default value: 1

p= read/write position of

the transponder

Sets the read/write position of the transponder in the vertical (Y axis) in dot

rows from the top of the label. Set to 0 (no movement) if the transponder is

already in the effective area without moving the media.

Accepted values: 0 to label length

Default value: label length minus 8 dot rows

v= length of void

printout

Sets the length of the void printout in vertical (Y axis) dot rows.

Default value: label length

Accepted values: 0 to label length

n= number of labels The number of labels that will be attempted in case of read/encode failure.

Default value: 3

Accepted values: 1 to 10 (number of labels)

e= error handling If an error persists after the specified number of labels are tried, perform this

error handling action.

Accepted values:

•N = No action (print engine drops the label format causing the error and

moves to the next queued label)

•P = Place print engine in Pause mode (label format stays in the queue until

the user cancels)

•E = Place print engine in Error mode (label format stays in the queue until

the user cancels)

Default value: N

Note • You can set the print engine to send an error message to the host as an

unsolicited message for each failure. To enable or disable the unsolicited error

message, refer to the ^SX and ^SQ ZPL commands. The parameter for the

RFID error in these commands is V.

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^RS

s= signals on applicator When the value for parameter p (read/write position of the transponder) is

nonzero, this paramters changes the number of start and stop print signals

required for printing.

In single mode, one start print command is required. In double mode, two are

required, so the print engine will resume printing only after the second start

print command is received.

Accepted values:

•S (single) signal

•D (double) signal

Default value: S

r= RFID pre-read disable To optimize throughput, the RFID tag is pre-read to ensure that a transponder

is present before trying to write to it. This function can be disabled.

Accepted values:

•N (use RFID pre-read)

•Y (disable RFID pre-read)

Default value: N

Parameters Details

RFID Guidelines

^RS

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Example 1 • This example sets the print engine to move the media to 800 dots from the top

of the media [or label length minus 800 from the bottom (leading edge) of the media] and

voids the rest of the media in case of an error. The print engine will try to print two labels,

then will pause the print engine if printing and encoding fail.

^XA

^RS,800,,2,P^FS

^XZ

The following illustration shows the resulting voided label. Note where the void starts. The

media has been moved 800 dot rows from the top of the label (label length minus 800 dot

rows from the bottom (leading edge) of a label) to bring the transponder into the effective

area to read/write a tag. If the print engine fails the operation, the rest of the media is voided.

Top of label

Start of RFID

operation

800 dot rows

Bottom of label

Label length minus

800 dot rows

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^RS

Example 2 • This example sets the print engine to move the media to 800 dots from the top

of the media [or label length - 500 from the bottom (leading edge) of the media] and prints

“void” 500 dots in vertical length (Y axis) in case of an error.

^XA

^RS,800,500,2,P^FS

^XZ

The following illustration shows the resulting voided label. Note where the void starts. The

media has been moved 800 dot rows from the top of the label [label length minus 800 dot

rows from the bottom (leading edge) of a label] to bring the transponder into the effective

area to read/write a tag. If the print engine fails the operation, an area that is 500 dot rows of

the media is voided instead of the entire rest of the media.

Top of label

Start of RFID

operation

800 dot rows

Bottom of label

Label length minus

800 dot rows

500 dot rows

RFID Guidelines

^RT

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^RT

Read Tag

Description The ^RT command tells the print engine to read the current RFID tag data. The

data can be sent back to the host via the ^HV command.

Format ^RT#,b,n,f,r,m,s

The following table identifies the parameters for this format.

Parameters Details

#= number to be assigned

to the field

Accepted values: 0 to 9999

Default value: 0

b= starting block number Accepted values: 0 to n, where n is the maximum number of blocks for the tag.

Default value: 0

n= number of blocks

to read*

Accepted values: 1 to n, where n is the maximum number of blocks minus the

starting block number. For example, if the tag has 8 blocks (starting with

block 0) and you start with block 6, n can be 2. This would give you block 6

and block 7 information.

Default value: 1

f=format Accepted values:

•0 (ASCII)

•1 (Hexadecimal)

Default value: 0

r= number of retries The number of times that the command will be tried on the same tag.

Accepted values: 0 to 10

Default value: 0

m= motion Accepted values:

•0 (Feed label after reading.)

•1 (No Feed after reading. Other ZPL may cause a feed.)

Default value: 0

s= special mode* For EPC Class 1 (Alien reader) only. Not applicable for EPC class 0.

Default value: 0 (Do not read if mismatched checksum.)

Accepted values: 1 (Read even if mismatched checksum.)

* Not applicable for R110PA X 3.

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^RT

Example • This sample reads a tag, prints the data on a label, and sends the string

Tag Data:xxxxxxxx back to the host. The data read will go into the ^FN1 location of

the format. The print engine will retry the command on the same tag five times, if necessary.

^XA

^FO20,120^A0N,60^FN1^FS

^RT1,,,,5^FS

^HV1,,Tag Data:^FS

^XZ

RFID Guidelines

^WT

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^WT

Write Tag

Description The ^WT command allows you to program the current RFID tag.

Format ^WTb,r,m,w,f,v

The following table identifies the parameters for this format.

Note • Check the amount of data memory available for the tag that you will be using. If more

is sent than the memory can hold, the data will be truncated.

Parameters Details

b= block number* Accepted values:

•0 (ID data/EPC)

•1 (User data)

Default value: 0

r= number of retries The number of times that the command will be tried on the same tag.

Accepted values: 0 to 10

Default value: 0

m= motion Accepted values:

•0 (Feed label after writing.)

•1 (No Feed after writing. Other ZPL may cause a feed.)

Default value: 0

w= write protect* Accepted values:

•0 (Not write protected.)

•1 (Write protect.)

Default value: 0

f= data format Accepted values:

•0 (ASCII)

•1 (Hexadecimal)

Default value: 0

v= verify valid

data*

Default value: Y

Accepted values:

•N (Do not verify)

•Y (Verify valid data [Hex A5A5 in the first two bytes] before writing)

* Not applicable for R110PAX.

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^WT

Example • This sample encodes data “RFIDRFID”. The print engine will try writing the

same tag up to five times, if necessary.

^XA

^WT,5^FDRFIDRFID^FS

^XZ

RFID Guidelines

Sample of RFID Programming

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Sample of RFID Programming

ZPL II is Zebra’s label design language. ZPL II lets you create a wide variety of labels from

the simple to the very complex, including text, bar codes, and graphics.

This section is not intended as an introduction to ZPL II. If you are a new ZPL II user, order

the ZPL II Programming Guide (part number 46530L) or go to http://support.zebra.com to

download the guide.

For your programming, do the following:

1. Set up the print engine, and then turn the power On (I).

2. Use any word processor or text editor capable of creating ASCII-only files (for example,

use Microsoft® Word and save as a .txt file) and type in the label format exactly as shown

in the sample label format shown in Table 8.

3. Save the file in a directory for future use. Use the “.zpl” extension.

4. Copy the file to the print engine.

From the DOS command window, use the “COPY” command to send a file to the print

engine. For example, if your file name is format1.zpl then type,

COPY FORMAT 1.ZPL XXXX

where XXXX is the port to which your print engine is connected (such as LPT1).

5. Compare your results with those shown. If your printout does not look like the one shown,

confirm that the file you created is identical to the format shown, then repeat the printing

procedure. If nothing prints, refer to

•Before You Begin on page 14

•Print Engine Operation on page 31

•Print Engine Configuration on page 51

•Troubleshooting on page 99

to make sure that your system is set up correctly.

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Table 8 • Sample ZPL Code and Results

Line Number Type This Label Format Resulting Printout

1^XA

2^RS,0^FS

3 ^WT^FDZebra^FS

4 ^FO100,100^A0n,60^FN0^FS

5 ^FO100,200^A0n,40^FN1^FS

6^RT0^FS

7 ^RT1,,,1^FS

8^XZ

Line 1 Indicates start of label format.

Line 2 Indicates no movement for media.

Line 3 Writes the data “Zebra” to the tag.

Line 4 Print field number ‘0’ at location 100,100.^FN0 is replaced by what we read on line 6.

Line 5 Print field number ‘1’ at location 100,200. ^FN1 is replaced by what we read on line 7.

Line 6 Read Tag into field number 0 in ASCII format (default).

Line 7 Read Tag into field number 1 in hexadecimal format.

Line 8 End of label format.

* This value will be the actual transponder ID.

123456789ABCDEF*

Zebra

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Routine Maintenance

This chapter provides routine cleaning and maintenance procedures.

Contents

Cleaning Schedule. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

Clean Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

Clean Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Clean the Sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Clean the Printhead and Platen Roller. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

Toggle Positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

Printhead Pressure Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

Power Fuse Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

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Cleaning Schedule

Cleaning your print engine regularly maintains print quality and may extend the life of the

print engine. The recommended cleaning schedule is shown in Table 9. See the following

pages for specific procedures.

Clean Exterior

Clean the outside surfaces of the print engine with a lint-free cloth. Use a mild detergent

solution or desktop cleaner sparingly, as needed.

Caution • Use only the cleaning agents indicated. Zebra is not responsible for damage

caused by any other fluids being used on this print engine.

Table 9 • Recommended Print Engine Cleaning Schedule

Area Method Interval

Printhead Solvent* Perform these procedures at the following times:

•When

CLEAN HEAD NOW appears.

•Direct Thermal Print Mode: After every roll of

labels or 500 ft (150 m) of fanfold labels.

•Thermal Transfer Print Mode: After every roll

(1500 ft or 450 m) of ribbon.

Platen roller Solvent*

Transmissive media sensor Air blow

Reflective media sensor Air blow

Media path Solvent*

Ribbon sensor Air blow

Door-open sensors Air blow Monthly and as needed

Tear-off/peel-off bar Solvent*

Clear plastic antenna cover Air blow

* Use Zebra’s Preventative Maintenance kit, part number 47362, or a solution of 90% isopropyl alcohol and

10% deionized water.

Caution • Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaning agents or solvents.

Routine Maintenance

Clean Interior

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Clean Interior

Remove any accumulated dirt and lint from the interior of the print engine using a soft bristle

brush and/or vacuum cleaner. This area should be inspected every time a new ribbon is loaded.

Clean the Sensors

To ensure proper operation of the print engine, all sensors should be cleaned on a regular basis.

The sensors are shown in the following:

• See Figure 39 for the media sensors.

• See Figure 40 on page 92 for the door-open sensor.

• See Figure 41 on page 92 for the ribbon sensor and ribbon sensor reflector.

Figure 39 • Media Sensor Locations

1Upper transmissive media sensor

2Reflective media sensor

3Lower transmissive media sensor

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Figure 40 • Door-Open Sensor Location

Figure 41 • Ribbon Sensor Location

1Door-open sensor

1Ribbon sensor reflector

2Ribbon sensor

Routine Maintenance

Clean Interior

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Clean the Printhead and Platen Roller

Clean the printhead and platen roller according to the schedule in Table 9 on page 90. Clean

the printhead more often if you see inconsistent print quality, such as voids or light print. Clean

the platen roller if you see media movement problems.

To clean the printhead and platen roller, complete these steps:

1. Turn Off (O) the print engine.

2. See Figure 42. Open the printhead assembly by unlatching the printhead latch from the

locking pin.

Figure 42 • Opening the Printhead Assembly

3. Remove the media and ribbon from the print engine.

Caution • The printhead may be hot and could cause severe burns. Allow the printhead

to cool.

Electrostatic Discharge Caution • Observe proper electrostatic safety precautions when

handling any static-sensitive components such as circuit boards and printheads.

1Printhead latch

2Locking pin

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Clean Interior

4. See Figure 43. Using Zebra’s Preventative Maintenance kit (part number 47362) or a

solution of 90% isopropyl alcohol and 10% deionized water on a cotton swab, wipe the

print elements from end to end. Allow the solvent to evaporate.

Figure 43 • Printhead and Platen Roller Cleaning

5. Use a lint-free cloth moistened with alcohol to clean the platen roller and other rollers.

Rotate the rollers while cleaning.

6. Reload the ribbon and media (if used).

7. Turn On (I) the print engine.

1Printhead elements (gray strip)

2Cotton swab

3Platen roller

Note • If print quality does not improve after you perform this procedure, clean the printhead

with Save-a-Printhead cleaning film. Call your authorized Zebra distributor for more

information.

1 2

Routine Maintenance

Toggle Positioning

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Toggle Positioning

Proper toggle positioning is important for proper print quality. The toggle should be positioned

approximately midway across the width of the media.

To adjust the toggle, complete these steps:

1. See Figure 44. Loosen the position locking nut by rotating it to the left.

2. Slide the toggle to the desired position on the toggle shaft.

3. Finger tighten the position locking nut by rotating it to the right.

Figure 44 • Toggle Positioning

1Toggle shaft

2Position locking nut

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Printhead Pressure Adjustment

Before adjusting the printhead pressure, check that the toggle is positioned correctly. See

Toggle Positioning on page 95.

You may need to adjust the printhead pressure in the following instances:

• if there is noticeable bleed or swelling in the printed image (too much pressure)

• if there are voids (too little pressure)

• if the darkness setting (burn duration) is set properly, but printing is too light (too little

pressure)

To adjust printhead pressure, complete these steps:

1. See Figure 45. As a starting point for adjustment, set the position of the adjusting nut so

that when the locking nut is tightened, it is approximately 7/16 in. (11 mm) from the yoke.

2. Refer to Adjust Print Darkness on page 55 to set the darkness value (burn duration)

appropriately for your media and ribbon.

3. Refer to PA U S E S e l f Te s t on page 112 to print test labels.

4. Adjust the position of the adjusting nut until the print quality is acceptable (turning it

clockwise increases the spring pressure, and counterclockwise decreases the pressure).

Use the lowest pressure that provides the desired print quality.

5. Hold the adjusting nut in position, and tighten the locking nut against it.

Figure 45 • Printhead Pressure Adjustment

Note • Printhead and drive system (belts and bearings) life can be maximized by using the

lowest pressure that produces the desired print quality.

1Yoke

2Locking nut

3Adjusting nut

7/16inch

(11mm)

Routine Maintenance

Power Fuse Replacement

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Power Fuse Replacement

The print engine uses a metric-style fuse (5 × 20 mm IEC) rated for 5 Amps at 250 Volts that

bears the certification mark of a known international safety organization (see Figure 12

on page 23). The power entry module comes with two approved fuses in the fuse holder: one is

in-circuit and the other is a spare.

To replace a fuse, complete these steps:

1. See Figure 46. Turn off the print engine and unplug the power cord from the back of the

print engine.

2. Using a small-blade screwdriver, remove the fuse holder from the power entry module at

the rear of the print engine.

3. Carefully remove the fuse from the in-circuit location.

4. To remove the spare fuse, gently push the point of a pencil or the end of a paperclip

through one of the two holes in the fuse holder. Repeat through the other hole.

5. Insert the spare fuse in the in-circuit location.

6. Place a new fuse in the spare fuse location.

7. Reinstall the fuse holder into the power entry module at the rear of the print engine.

8. Reconnect the power cord and turn the print engine on.

The print engine should be ready for operation and the POWER light should be on. If

power is not restored, an internal component failure may have occurred, and the print

engine may require servicing. See Troubleshooting on page 99.

Figure 46 • Installing a Fuse

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Notes • ___________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________________

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Troubleshooting

This chapter provides you with information about LCD, print quality, communications, and

other errors that you might need to troubleshoot. If you need technical assistance, contact your

equipment supplier.

Contents

Troubleshooting Checklists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

LCD Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

Memory Errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

Print Quality Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

Communications Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107

Miscellaneous Print Engine Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108

Print Engine Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110

Power-On Self Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110

Additional Print Engine Self Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110

Communications Diagnostics Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116

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Troubleshooting Checklists

If an error condition exists with the print engine, review this checklist:

Is there an error message on the LCD? If yes, see LCD Error Messages on page 101 for

more information.

Is the CHECK RIBBON light on when ribbon is loaded properly, or are non-continuous

labels being treated as continuous labels? If yes, see Calibrate Media and Ribbon Sensor

Sensitivity on page 62.

Are you experiencing problems with print quality? If yes, see Print Quality Problems

on page 104.

Are you experiencing communications problems? If yes, see Communications Problems

on page 107.

If the labels are not printing or advancing correctly, review this checklist:

Are you using the correct type of labels? Review the types of label in Types of Media

on page 27.

Review the label- and ribbon-loading illustrations in Load Media on page 32 and Load

Ribbon on page 38.

Check the position of the media sensor and move if necessary, as shown in Adjust Media

Sensors on page 48.

Does the printhead need to be adjusted? See Printhead Pressure Adjustment on page 96

for more information.

Do the sensors need to be calibrated? See Calibrate Media and Ribbon Sensor Sensitivity

on page 62 for more information.

If none of the above suggestions correct the problem, review this checklist:

Perform one or more of the self-tests given in Print Engine Diagnostics on page 110. Use

the results to help identify the problem.

If you are still having problems, see Support on page 3 for customer support information.

Troubleshooting

LCD Error Messages

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LCD Error Messages

The LCD displays messages when there is an error. See Table 10 for LCD errors, the possible

causes, and the recommended solutions.

Table 10 • LCD Error Messages

LCD Display/

Print Engine Condition Possible Cause Recommended Solution

Print engine stops; RIBBON

light ON, ERROR light

flashes.

In thermal transfer mode, ribbon is

not loaded or incorrectly loaded.

Load ribbon correctly. See Load

Ribbon on page 38.

In thermal transfer mode, the

ribbon sensor is not detecting

ribbon that is loaded incorrectly.

1. Load ribbon correctly. See Load

Ribbon on page 38.

2. Calibrate the sensors. See

Calibrate Media and Ribbon

Sensor Sensitivity on page 62.

In thermal transfer mode, media is

blocking the ribbon sensor.

1. Load media correctly. See Load

Media on page 32.

2. Calibrate the sensors. See

Calibrate Media and Ribbon

Sensor Sensitivity on page 62.

RIBBON light ON, ERROR

light flashes.

Ribbon is loaded, but the print

engine is set for direct thermal

mode.

Ribbon is not required with direct

thermal media. Remove ribbon unless

you are using it to protect the

printhead. This error message will not

affect printing.

Print engine stops; MEDIA

light ON, ERROR light

flashes.

Media is not loaded or is loaded

incorrectly.

Load media correctly. See Load Media

on page 32.

Misadjusted media sensor. Check position of the media sensor.

The print engine is set for

non-continuous media, but

continuous media is loaded.

Install proper media type, or reset print

engine for current media type and

perform calibration.

Print engine stops and

ERROR light flashes.

The printhead is not fully closed. Close printhead completely.

The head open sensor is not

working properly.

Call a service technician.

ERROR CONDITION

RIBBON OUT

WARNING

RIBBON IN

ERROR CONDITION

PAPER OUT

ERROR CONDITION

HEAD OPEN

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LCD Error Messages

Print engine stops and

ERROR light flashes.

Caution • The printhead may be hot enough to cause severe

burns. Allow the printhead to cool.

Electrostatic Discharge Caution • Observe proper electrostatic

safety precautions when handling any static-sensitive

components such as circuit boards and printheads.

The printhead is over temperature. Printing automatically resumes when

the printhead elements cool to an

acceptable operating temperature.

Print engine stops and

ERROR light flashes.

Caution • An improperly connected printhead data or power

cable can cause this error message. The printhead may be hot

enough to cause severe burns. Allow the printhead to cool.

Electrostatic Discharge Caution • Observe proper electrostatic

safety precautions when handling any static-sensitive

components such as circuit boards and printheads.

The printhead is under

temperature.

Continue printing while the printhead

reaches the correct operating

temperature. If the error remains, the

environment may be too cold for

proper printing. Relocate the print

engine to a warmer area.

The printhead data cable is not

properly connected. Caution • You must turn off the print

engine before performing this

procedure. Failure to do so can

damage the printhead.

1. Turn off (O) the print engine.

2. Disconnect and reconnect the data

cable to the printhead.

3. Ensure that the cable connector is

fully inserted into the printhead

connector.

4. Turn on (I) the print engine.

Table 10 • LCD Error Messages (Continued)

LCD Display/

Print Engine Condition Possible Cause Recommended Solution

WARNING

HEAD TOO HOT

WARNING

HEAD COLD

Troubleshooting

Memory Errors

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Memory Errors

The memory errors in Table 11 indicate that the print engine does not have enough memory to

perform the function shown on the second line of the LCD.

Table 11 • Memory Errors

Problem/LCD Display Possible Cause Recommended Solution

Creating Bitmap

The bitmap size (label

length/width) does not fit in

available memory.

You may do any of the following:

1. With PAUSE on, send a ~HM ZPL

command to the print engine to

display the amount of free memory.

Then do one of the following:

• Redesign graphic/format to fit

available memory or remove items

from memory to create more space.

• Press PAUSE to skip the

formatting step in process and

proceed to the next step.

2. With PAUSE on, press CANCEL.

The print engine skips the current

label formatting process and goes to

the next label.

3. Turn the print engine OFF (O) and

then ON (I) to clear the print engine’s

memory.

4. Upgrade the print engine to a larger

memory size.

Storing Bitmap

Not enough memory is

available to store the bitmap

created.

Building Format

Label is too complex.

Storing Format

Format is too large to fit in

available memory.

Storing Graphic

The graphic image is too large

to fit in available memory.

Storing Font

Not enough memory available

to store the font.

OUT OF MEMORY

CREATING BITMAP

OUT OF MEMORY

STORING BITMAP

OUT OF MEMORY

BUILDING FORMAT

OUT OF MEMORY

STORING FORMAT

OUT OF MEMORY

STORING GRAPHIC

OUT OF MEMORY

STORING FONT

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Print Quality Problems

Table 12 identifies problems with print quality, the possible causes, and the recommended

solutions.

Table 12 • Print Quality Problems

Problem Possible Cause Recommended Solution

General print

quality issues

You are using an incorrect

combination of labels and

ribbon for your application.

Consult your authorized Zebra reseller or

distributor for information and advice.

The print engine is set at the

incorrect print speed.

For optimal print quality, set the print speed to

the lowest possible setting for your application

via ZPL II, the driver, or the software. See Adjust

Print Speed on page 55.

The print engine is set at an

incorrect darkness level.

For optimal print quality, set the darkness to the

lowest possible setting for your application via

the front panel, the driver, or the software. See

Adjust Print Darkness on page 55.

The printhead is dirty. Clean the printhead according to the instructions

in Clean the Printhead and Platen Roller

on page 93.

Caution • The printhead may be hot

enough to cause severe burns. Allow

the printhead to cool.

Electrostatic Discharge Caution •

Observe proper electrostatic safety

precautions when handling any static-

sensitive components such as circuit

boards and printheads.

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Print Quality Problems

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Wrinkled ribbon Ribbon fed through the

machine incorrectly.

See Load Ribbon on page 38.

Incorrect burn temperature. Set the darkness to the lowest possible setting

for good print quality. See Adjust Print

Darkness on page 55.

Incorrect or uneven pressure. Set the pressure to the minimum needed for

good print quality. See Printhead Pressure

Adjustment on page 96.

Media not feeding properly;

“walking” from side to side.

Make sure that media is snug by adjusting the

media guide, or call a service technician.

The strip plate needs adjusting. Call a service technician.

The printhead needs vertical

adjustment.

Call a service technician.

The printhead and platen roller

need to be realigned.

Call a service technician.

Long tracks of

missing print on

several labels

Wrinkled ribbon. See wrinkled ribbon causes and solutions in this

table.

Print element damaged. Call a service technician.

Fine, angular gray

lines on blank labels

Wrinkled ribbon. See wrinkled ribbon causes and solutions in this

table.

Light printing or no

printing on the left

or right side of the

label

Printhead pressure needs

adjustment, printhead out of

alignment, or toggle in

incorrect position.

See Toggle Positioning on page 95 and

Printhead Pressure Adjustment on page 96.

Call a service technician.

Printing too light or

too dark over the

entire label

Media or ribbon is not

designed for high-speed

operation.

Replace supplies with those recommended for

high-speed operation.

Incorrect or uneven printhead

pressure.

Set the pressure to the minimum needed. See

Printhead Pressure Adjustment on page 96.

Smudge marks on

labels

Media or ribbon not designed

for high-speed operation.

Replace supplies with those recommended for

high-speed operation.

Misregistration/skips

labels

Media sensor not positioned

correctly.

Perform media sensor position adjustment.

The print engine not

calibrated.

Recalibrate the print engine.

Improper label format. Use correct label format.

Table 12 • Print Quality Problems (Continued)

Problem Possible Cause Recommended Solution

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Print Quality Problems

Misregistration and

misprint of one to

three labels

Media sensor is not positioned

correctly.

Place media sensor in proper position.

The platen roller is dirty. Clean the platen roller according to the

instructions in Clean the Printhead and Platen

Roller on page 93.

Media does not meet

specifications.

Use media that meets specifications.

Vertical drift in

top-of-form position

A plus or minus 4 to 6 dot row

(approximately 0.5 mm)

vertical drift is acceptable due

to different tolerances of

mechanical parts and print

engine modes.

1. Calibrate print engine.

2. Adjust the label top position setting. See

Adjust Label Top Position on page 67.

The print engine is out of

calibration.

Recalibrate the print engine.

The platen roller is dirty. Clean the platen roller according to the

instructions in Clean the Printhead and Platen

Roller on page 93.

Vertical image or

label drift

Print engine using non-

continuous labels but

configured in continuous

mode.

Configure the print engine for non-continuous

and run calibration routine, if necessary.

Incorrectly positioned media

sensor.

Ensure the media sensor is properly positioned

to read a single/consistent interlabel gap.

Improperly calibrated media

sensor.

See Calibrate Media and Ribbon Sensor

Sensitivity on page 62.

The platen roller is dirty. Clean the platen roller.

Improper printhead pressure

settings (toggles).

Adjust the printhead pressure to ensure proper

functionality.

Improperly loaded ribbon or

media.

Verify that the ribbon and media are properly

loaded.

Incompatible media. Ensure that the interlabel gaps or notches are

2 to 4 mm and consistently placed. Media must

not exceed minimum specifications for mode of

operation.

Table 12 • Print Quality Problems (Continued)

Problem Possible Cause Recommended Solution

Troubleshooting

Communications Problems

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Communications Problems

Table 13 identifies problems with communications, the possible causes, and the recommended

solutions.

Table 13 • Communications Problems

Problem Possible Cause Recommended Solution

A label format was sent to

the print engine but was not

recognized. The DATA light

does not flash.

The communication

parameters are incorrect.

Check the print engine driver or software

communications settings (if applicable).

If you are using serial communication, check the

serial port setting in the front panel menu. See

Set Serial Communications on page 63.

Make sure you are using the correct

communication cable. See Data Cable

Requirements on page 26 for the requirements.

Using the front panel controls, check the

protocol setting. It should be set to

NONE

. See

Set Protocol on page 64.

If a driver is used, check the driver

communication settings for your connection.

A label format was sent to

the print engine. Several

labels print, then the print

engine skips, misplaces,

misses, or distorts the image

on the label.

The serial communication

settings are incorrect.

Ensure that the flow control settings match.

Check the communication cable length. See

Data Cable Requirements on page 26 for

requirements.

Check the print engine driver or software

communications settings (if applicable).

A label format was sent to

the print engine but was not

recognized. The DATA light

flashes but no printing

occurs.

The prefix and delimiter

characters set in the print

engine do not match the ones

in the label format.

Verify the prefix and delimiter characters. See

Set Format Prefix Character on page 65 and Set

Delimiter Character on page 65 for the

requirements.

Incorrect data is being sent to

the print engine.

Ensure that ZPL II is being used.

Check the communication settings on the

computer. Ensure that they match the print

engine settings.

If the problem continues, check the ZPL II

format for changed ^CC, ^CT, and ^CD.

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Miscellaneous Print Engine Problems

Table 14 identifies miscellaneous problems with the print engine, the possible causes, and the

recommended solutions.

Table 14 • Miscellaneous Print Engine Problems

Problem Possible Cause Recommended Solution

Broken or melted

ribbon

Darkness setting too high. 1. Reduce the darkness setting.

2. Clean the printhead thoroughly.

Ribbon tension

dancer(s) oscillate

erratically

Ribbon core is not standard

size and is slipping on the

spindle.

Replace ribbon with one that has a standard core

size.

Missing LCD

characters or parts

of characters

The LCD may need replacing. Call a service technician.

Changes in

parameter settings

did not take effect

Parameters are set incorrectly. 1. Set parameters and save permanently.

2. Turn the print engine power OFF (O) and

then ON (I).

A ZPL command has turned

off the ability to change the

parameter.

Refer to the ZPL Programming Guide or call a

service technician.

A ZPL command has changed

the parameter back to the

previous setting.

Refer to the ZPL Programming Guide or call a

service technician.

If the problem continues, there

may be a problem with the

main logic board.

Call a service technician.

The print engine fails

to calibrate or detect

the top of the label.

The print engine was not

calibrated for the label being

used.

Perform the calibration procedure in Calibrate

Media and Ribbon Sensor Sensitivity on page 62.

The print engine is configured

for continuous media.

Set the media type to non-continuous media. See

Set Media Type on page 56.

The driver or software

configuration is not set

correctly.

Driver or software settings produce ZPL

commands that can overwrite the print engine

configuration. Check the driver or software

media-related setting.

Non-continuous

labels are being

treated as continuous

labels.

The print engine is configured

for continuous media.

Set the media type to non-continuous media. See

Set Media Type on page 56.

The print engine was not

calibrated for the label being

used.

Perform the calibration procedure in Calibrate

Media and Ribbon Sensor Sensitivity on page 62.

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Miscellaneous Print Engine Problems

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The ribbon light is

on even though

ribbon is loaded

correctly.

The print engine was not

calibrated for the label being

used.

Perform the calibration procedure in Calibrate

Media and Ribbon Sensor Sensitivity on page 62.

All lights on, but

nothing displays on

the LCD, and the

print engine

locks up.

Internal electronic or firmware

failure.

Call a service technician.

Print engine locks up

while running the

Power-On Self Test.

Main Logic Board failure. Call a service technician.

Table 14 • Miscellaneous Print Engine Problems (Continued)

Problem Possible Cause Recommended Solution

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Print Engine Diagnostics

Self tests and other diagnostics provide specific information about the condition of the print

engine. The most commonly used are the Power-On and the CANCEL self tests.

Power-On Self Test

A Power-On Self Test (POST) is performed each time the print engine is turned ON. During

this test, the front panel lights (LEDs) turn on and off to ensure proper operation. At the end of

this self test, only the POWER LED remains lit. When the Power-On Self Test is complete, the

media is advanced to the proper position.

To initiate the Power-On Self Test, turn ON (I) the print engine using the power switch on the

control panel. The POWER LED illuminates. The other control panel LEDs and the LCD

monitor the progress and indicate the results of the individual tests. All messages during the

POST display in English; however, if the test fails, the resulting messages cycle through the

international languages as well.

Additional Print Engine Self Tests

These self tests produce sample printouts and provide specific information that helps

determine the operating conditions for the print engine.

Each self test is enabled by pressing a specific front panel key or combination of keys while

turning the power On (I). Keep the key(s) pressed until the first indicator light turns off. The

selected self test automatically starts at the end of the Power-On Self Test.

Caution • Full width media should be used when performing self tests. If your media is not

wide enough, the test labels may print on the platen roller and damage it. To prevent this

from happening, check the print width using Set Print Width on page 57, and ensure that

the width is correct for the media that you are using.

Note •

•When performing these self tests, do not send data to the print engine from the host.

•If your media is shorter than the label to be printed, the test label continues on the next label.

•When canceling a self test prior to its actual completion, always reset the print engine by

turning the print engine power OFF and then ON.

•If print engine is in applicator mode and the liner is being taken up by the applicator, the

operator must manually remove the labels as they become available.

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Print Engine Diagnostics

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CANCEL Self Test

The CANCEL self test prints a configuration label, which tells you the settings for the print

engine stored in configuration (EEPROM) memory (Figure 47). The settings may be changed

either temporarily (for specific label formats or ribbon and label stock) or permanently (by

saving the new parameters in EEPROM memory). New parameters are saved whenever a print

engine calibration procedure is performed. Refer to Front Panel LCD on page 55 for further

details on changing parameters.

To perform the CANCEL Self Test, complete these steps:

1. Turn Off (O) the print engine.

2. Press and hold CANCEL while turning the power On (I). Hold CANCEL until the first

front panel light turns off.

A print engine configuration label prints (Figure 47).

Figure 47 • Configuration Label

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Print Engine Diagnostics

PAUSE Self Test

This self test can be used to provide the test labels required when making adjustments to the

print engine’s mechanical assemblies. Figure 48 shows a sample printout.

To perform a PAUSE self test, complete these steps:

1. Turn Off (O) the print engine.

2. Press and hold PAUSE while turning the power On (I). Hold PAUSE until the DATA light

turns off.

• The initial self test prints 15 labels at the print engine’s slowest speed, and then

automatically pauses the print engine. Each time PAUSE is pressed, an additional 15

labels print. Figure 48 shows a sample of the labels.

Figure 48 • PAUSE Test Label

• While the print engine is paused, pressing CANCEL alters the self test. Each time

PAUSE is pressed, 15 labels print at 6 in. (152 mm) per second.

• While the print engine is paused, pressing CANCEL again alters the self test a second

time. Each time PAUSE is pressed, 50 labels print at the print engine’s slowest speed

• While the print engine is paused, pressing CANCEL again alters the self test a third

time. Each time PAUSE is pressed, 50 labels print at 6 in. (152 mm) per second.

• While the print engine is paused, pressing CANCEL again alters the self test a fourth

time. Each time PAUSE is pressed, 15 labels print at the print engine’s maximum

speed.

• To exit this self test at any time, press and hold CANCEL.

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Print Engine Diagnostics

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FEED Self Test

During this print quality test, seven labels are printed at the 2 ips and seven at the 12 ips print

speeds. Each label is printed at a different darkness setting, starting at three settings below the

currently configured value and increasing until it is three settings darker than the configured

value. The relative darkness and speed are printed on each label. The bar codes on these labels

can be ANSI-graded to check print quality.

To perform a FEED self test, complete these steps:

1. Print a configuration label to show the print engine’s current settings.

2. Turn Off (O) the print engine.

3. Press and hold FEED while turning the power On (I). Hold FEED until the DATA light

turns off.

The print engine prints a series of labels (Figure 49) at various speeds and at darkness

settings higher and lower than the darkness value shown on the configuration label.

Figure 49 • FEED Test Label

4. Inspect the labels and determine which one has the best print quality for your application.

The darkness value printed on that label is added to (plus) or subtracted from (minus) the

darkness value specified on the configuration label. The resulting numeric value (0 to 30)

is the best darkness value for that specific label/ribbon combination and print speed.

5. Enter the corresponding darkness and print speed values into the print engine through the

front panel.

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FEED Key and PAUSE Key

Performing this self test temporarily resets the print engine configuration to the factory default

values. These values are active only until power is turned off unless you save them

permanently in memory. If the factory default values are permanently saved, a media

calibration procedure must be performed. You must also reset the head resistance value and the

verifier and applicator port settings to their required values.

To perform a FEED and PAUSE self test, complete these steps:

1. Turn Off (O) the print engine.

2. Press and hold FEED and PAUSE while turning the power On (I). Hold FEED and

PAUSE until the DATA light turns off.

No labels print at the end of this test.

Table 15 indicates which print engine function controls each of the configuration parameters:

Table 15 • Control of Print Engine Parameters

Parameter Controlled By

Darkness Configuration, ZPL

Tear Off Configuration, ZPL

Print Mode Configuration, ZPL

Media Type Calibration, Configuration, ZPL

Sensor Type Configuration, ZPL

Print Method Calibration, Configuration, ZPL

Print Width Configuration, ZPL

Label Length Calibration, Configuration, ZPL

Maximum Length Configuration and Memory Size

Host Port Configuration

Baud Configuration, ZPL

Data Bits Configuration, ZPL

Parity Configuration, ZPL

Stop Bits Configuration, ZPL

Host Handshake Configuration, ZPL

Protocol Configuration, ZPL

Network ID Configuration, ZPL

Communications Configuration, ZPL

Control Prefix Configuration, ZPL

Format Prefix Configuration, ZPL

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Print Engine Diagnostics

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Delimiter Character Configuration, ZPL

ZPL Mode Configuration, ZPL

Media Power Up Configuration, ZPL

Head Close Configuration, ZPL

Backfeed Configuration, ZPL

Label Top Configuration, ZPL

Left Position Configuration, ZPL

Head Resistance Configuration (must match head resistance label value), ZPL

Verifier Port Configuration, ZPL

Applicator Port Configuration, ZPL

Start Print Signal Configuration, ZPL

Resynch Mode Configuration, ZPL

Ribbon Low Mode Configuration, ZPL

Reprint Mode Configuration, ZPL

Web Sensor Configuration, ZPL

Media Sensor Configuration, ZPL

Ribbon Sensor Configuration, ZPL

Mark Sensor Configuration, ZPL

Mark Media Sensor Configuration, ZPL

Media LED Configuration, ZPL

Ribbon LED Configuration, ZPL

Mark LED Configuration, ZPL

LCD Adjust Configuration

Modes Enabled ZPL

Modes Disabled ZPL

Resolution Fixed (head type switch)

Socket 1 ID Fixed (option EPROMS)

Firmware Fixed (code EPROMS)

Configuration Configuration

B:Memory Fixed (option card)

J12 Interface Fixed

Table 15 • Control of Print Engine Parameters

Parameter Controlled By

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Communications Diagnostics Test

Do not perform the following test until all configuration and calibration parameters have been

set. For configuration information, see Front Panel LCD on page 55.

This test is controlled from the front panel display. See Set Communications Mode on page 64.

Figure 50 shows a typical printout from this test. Turn off the power to exit this self test and

return to normal operation.

Figure 50 • Communications Diagnostics Test Label

J11 Interface Fixed

J10 Interface Fixed

J9 Interface Fixed

J8 Interface Fixed

J7 Interface Fixed

Table 15 • Control of Print Engine Parameters

Parameter Controlled By

Note • The communications test label prints upside-down.

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Print Engine Specifications

This appendix provides the features of and specifications for the print engine.

Contents

General Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

Physical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

Environmental Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

Agency Approvals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

Electrical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119

Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119

Communications Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119

Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119

Zebra Programming Language (ZPL II) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120

Bar Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120

Printing Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121

Media Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122

Ribbon Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123

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General Specifications

Physical

For installation information, refer to Print Engine Installation on page 16.

Environmental Conditions

Agency Approvals

• Binational UL 60950 3rd edition/CSA CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-00 3rd edition

• FCC Part 15.107 and 15.109 Class A

• FCC Part 15.247 (UHF applications)

• Canadian ICES-003, Class A

•IC RSS-210

Height 11.8 in. (300 mm)

Width 9.6 in. (245 mm)

Depth 16.4 in. (417 mm)

Weight 36 lb (16.3 kg)

Operating Temperature 32° F to 105° F (0° C to 41° C)

Non-condensing relative humidity

Operation

Storage

20% to 95%

5% to 95%

Storage temperature –40° F to 160° F (–40° C to 71° C)

Print Engine Specifications

General Specifications

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Electrical Specifications

• Universal Power Supply with power-factor correcting 90–264 VAC, 48–62 Hz

• Power consumption:

• Idle = 19 W

• Printing = 375 W (maximum)

Fuses

5 Amp, 250 VAC, 5 × 20 mm IEC style, as supplied with the print engine.

Communications Specifications

• Parallel: bi-directional high-speed (36-pin connector) with IEEE 1284-compliant software

protocol (standard)

• Serial: high-speed RS-232C DB9 pin (standard)

• Applicator interface with female DB-15 connector

Memory

• 10.0 MB RAM (standard)

• 2.0 MB Flash (standard)

•Flash options:

• Up to 256 MB CompactFlash

• 32 MB PC memory card

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Zebra Programming Language (ZPL II)

Bar Codes

• Communicates in printable ASCII

characters

• Controlled via mainframe, mini, or PC

• Downloadable graphics, scalable and

bit-map fonts, label templates, and

formats

• Object copying between memory areas

(RAM and PC memory card)

• Adjustable print cache

• Data compression

• Automatic memory allocation for

“format while printing”

• Status messages to host upon request

• Format inversion (white on black)

• Mirror image printing

• Four-position field rotation (normal —

0°, 90°, 180°, and 270°)

•Slew command

• Programmable label quantities with print

and pause control

• Automatic serialization of fields

• User-programmable password

Bar code modulus “X” dimensions

Picket fence (non-rotated) orientation:

• 203 dpi = 0.0049 in. mil to 0.049 in.

Ladder (rotated) orientation:

• 203 dpi = 0.0049 in. mil to 0.049 in.

Linear bar codes

Code 11, Code 39, Code 93, Code 128 with

subsets A/B C and UCC Case Codes, ISBT-

128, UPC-A, UPC-E, EAN-8, EAN-13,

UPC and EAN 2 or 5 digit extensions,

Plessey, Postnet, Standard 2 of 5, Industrial

2 of 5, Interleaved 2 of 5, LOGMARS, MSI,

and Codabar

Two-dimensional bar codes

Code 49, Maxi Code, PDF-417, QR Code,

Codablock, DataMatrix, Micro-PDF417

Bar code ratios

2:1, 7:3, 5:2, and 3:1

Print Engine Specifications

Printing Specifications

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Printing Specifications

Resolution 203 dots per inch (8 dots per mm)

Dot size 0.0049 in. x 0.0049 in. (0.125 mm x 0.125 mm)

First dot location

(from inside media edge)

0.093 in. (2.4 mm)

Maximum print width 4.1 in. (104 mm)

Maximum print length

(with full width media)

Non-continuous (4 MB Memory) 39 in. (990 mm)

Non-continuous (12 MB Memory) 39 in. (990 mm)

Continuous (4 MB Memory) 149 in. (3785 mm)

Continuous (12 MB Memory) 546 in. (13,868 mm)

Programmable constant print speeds

(per second)

• 2.4 in. (61 mm)

• 3 in. (76 mm)

• 4 in. (102 mm)

• 5 in. (127 mm)

• 6 in. (152 mm)

• 7 in. (178 mm)

• 8 in. (203 mm)

• 9 in. (229 mm)

• 10 in. (254 mm)

• 11 in. (279 mm)

• 12 in. (305 mm)

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Media Specifications

Media width

(label and

liner)

Minimum Non-RFID 0.63 in. (16 mm)

RFID “smart” labels Minimum label widths for RFID “smart” labels

varies for each transponder type.

Maximum 4.5 in. (114 mm)

Label length Minimum Non-RFID, applicator

mode

0.5 in. (12.7 mm) with backfeed on

0.25 in. (6 mm) with backfeed off

Non-RFID, tear-off

mode

0.5 in. (12.7 mm) with backfeed on

0.25 in. (6 mm) with backfeed off

RFID “Smart” labels Minimum label length for RFID “smart” labels

varies for each transponder type.

Registration tolerance

(not including label/liner

position tolerances)

Ver ti cal

(concurrent labels)

±0.040 in. (±1.0 mm)

(in Applicator mode)

Horizontal ±0.040 in. (±1.0 mm)

Total thickness (including liner) 0.0058 in. to 0.010 in. (0.148 mm to 0.256 mm)

Interlabel Gap

(Transmissive Sensor)

Minimum 0.079 in. (2 mm)

Preferred 0.118 in. (3 mm)

Maximum 0.157 in. (4 mm)

Notch Size (W x L) 0.25 in. x 0.12 in. (6 mm x 3 mm)

Position On inside edge, <0.8 in (<20 mm) from leading

edge of media

Hole Minimum 0.125 in. (3.2 mm)

Position 0.25 to 3.0 in. (6.3 to 76.2 mm) from inside edge

<0.8 in. (<20 mm) from leading edge of media

Black Mark

(Reflective Sensor)

Vertical length (parallel

to inside media edge)

0.12 in. to 0.43 in. (3 mm to 11 mm)

Horizontal width

(perpendicular to inside

media edge)

0.37 in. (9.5 mm) minimum

Position One of the following:

• within 0.04 in. (1 mm) of the inside edge and

<0.8 in (20 mm) from leading edge of media

• centered within 0.23 in. to 2.25 in. (5.8 to

57 mm) from the media inner edge

Print Line to Peel Bar Distance 0.464 in. (11.8 mm)

Print Engine Specifications

Ribbon Specifications

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Ribbon Specifications

Media Unwind Force Steady State Must be uniform and must not exceed

2lb(907g)

Transient (Start/Stop) Must not exceed 4 lb (1814 g)

Media Rewind Force Applicator take-up pull tension must be uniform

from 1 to 4 lb (454 to 1818 g) and must not vary

more than ±20% during operation.

Thickness 4.5 microns

Width (wound coated side out) 1.0 in. to 4.2 in. (25.4 mm to 107 mm)

Maximum length 2955 ft (900 m)

Roll size

Inner core diameter

Maximum roll size

1.0 in. (25.4 mm)

4.2 in. (107 mm)

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Data Ports

This appendix describes the standard communication ports available to connect the print

engine to your computer or network.

Contents

Parallel Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126

Serial Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

Serial Pin Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128

RS-232 Interface Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129

Applicator Interface Connector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132

Applicator Interface Connector Pin Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132

Jumper Configurations for +5 V I/O Applicator Interface Board. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134

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Parallel Port

When communicating via the parallel port, the values selected must be the same as those used

by the host equipment connected to the print engine. Port selection for status information is

determined by the channel sending the request. The parallel port can be set for bidirectional or

unidirectional communication. The default setting is bidirectional.

A standard 36-pin parallel connector is available on the back of the print engine for connection

to the data source.

Table 16 shows the pin configuration and function of a standard computer-to-printer parallel

cable.

Table 16 • Parallel Cable Pin Configuration

36-Pin Connectors Description

1 nStrobe/HostClk

2–9 Data Bits 1–8

10 nACK/PtrClk

11 Busy/PtrBusy

12 PError/ACKDataReq

13 Select/Xflag

14 nAutoFd/HostBusy

15 Not used

16, 17 Ground

18 +5 V at 750 mA

The maximum current draw may be limited by option

configuration.

19–30 Ground

31 ninit

32 nFault/NDataAvail

33, 34 Not used

35 +5 V through a 1.8 KΩ Resistor

36 NSelectin/1284 active

Data Ports

Serial Port

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Serial Port

To communicate using the serial data port of the print engine, you must choose the number of

data bits, parity, and handshaking. Parity applies only to data transmitted by the print engine

because the parity of received data is ignored.

The values selected must be the same as those used by the host equipment connected to the

print engine. Default print engine settings are 9600 baud, 8 data bits, no parity, and

XON/XOFF. The print engine will accept any host setting for stop bits.

Connect the serial data cable to the female DB-9 connector on the back panel of the print

engine. Use a DB-9 to DB-25 interface module for all RS-232 connections through a DB-25

cable.

Note • For all RS-232 input and output signals, the print engine follows the specifications of

the Electronics Industries Association (EIA) RS-232 and the Consultative Committee for

International Telegraph and Telephone (CCITT) V.24.

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Serial Port

Serial Pin Configuration

Table 17 shows the pin configuration and function of the rear panel serial data connector on

the print engine.

Table 17 • Serial Connector Pin Configuration

Pin No. Name Description

1 — Not connected

2 RXD Receive data—data input to print engine

3 TXD Transmit data—data output from print engine

4 DTR Data terminal ready—output from print engine

5 SG Signal ground

6 DSR Data set ready—input to print engine

7 RTS Request to send—output from print engine

8 CTS Clear to send—input to print engine

9 +5 VDC +5 VDC at 750 mA

The maximum current draw may be limited by option

configuration.

Data Ports

Serial Port

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RS-232 Interface Connections

Direct Connection to a Computer

The print engine is configured as Data Terminal Equipment (DTE).

Figure 51 shows the internal connections of the print engine’s RS-232 connector.

Figure 51 • RS-232 Connections

Pin 9 is also available as a +5 VDC signal source at 750 mA. The maximum current draw may

be limited by option configuration.

Note • Adapters are available from Zebra Technologies LLC.

•RS-422/RS-485 adapter, Zebra part number 33114M

•RS-232 DB-9 to DB-25 adapter, Zebra part number 33109M

Note • Use a null modem (crossover) cable to connect the print engine to a computer or any

other DTE device.

Caution • To enable this capability, a qualified service technician must install a jumper on

the print engine’s main logic board on JP1, pins 2 and 3.

NOTE: Pin 1 is unused and unterminated.

RS-232 Connector (DTE)

Rear Panel Female DB-9

RXD (receive data) input

TXD (transmit data) output

DTR (data terminal ready) output

SG (signal ground)

DSR (data set ready) input

RTS (request to send) output

CTS (clear to send) input

+5 VDC signal source

+5 VDC

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Serial Port

DB-9 to DB-25 Connections

An interface adapter is required (Zebra part number 33109M) to connect the print engine’s

DB-9 interface to a DB-25 connector. A generic DB-25 adapter CAN be used, although the

+5 VDC signal source would not be passed through the adapter.

Figure 52 shows the connections required for the DB-9 to DB-25 interface.

Figure 52 • DB-9 to DB-25 Connections

Male DB-9 Adapter

Connector

(plugs into printer)

Female DB-25 Adapter

Connector

(plugs into cable)

NOTE: Pin 1 of DB-9 connector is unused and unterminated.

TXD

RXD

RTS

DSR

DTR

RXD

TXD

DTR

DSR

RTS

CTS

+5 VDC

SIGNAL

+5 VDC

SIGNAL

CTS

Data Ports

Serial Port

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Modem Connection

When the print engine is connected via its RS-232 interface to Data Communication

Equipment (DCE) such as a modem, use a standard RS-232 (straight-through) interface cable.

Figure 53 shows the connections required for this cable.

Figure 53 • RS-232 Connections

DTE

(Printer)

DCE

(Modem, etc.)

RXD (receive data)

TXD (transmit data)

DTR (data terminal ready)

SG (signal ground)

DSR (data set ready)

RTS (request to send)

CTS (clear to send)

+5 VDC signal source

NOTE: Pin 1 is unused and unterminated at the printer.

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Applicator Interface Connector

An external DB-15 connector is present on the rear panel of the print engine for

communication with the applicator. An optional DB-15 to DB-9 adapter cable (Zebra part

number 49609) is available to accommodate existing DB-9 interfaces.

Applicator Interface Connector Pin Configuration

The Applicator Interface Assembly is available in two versions: a +5 V I/O and a

+24 V (24–28 V) I/O. Table 18 lists the pin configurations and functions of the applicator

interface connector for both +5 V and 24–28 V operation.

Table 18 • Applicator Interface Connector Pin Configuration

Pin No. Signal Name Signal Type Description

1 I/O SIGNAL

GROUND

I/O Signal

Ground

+5 V Version Using jumper J5, this pin can be

configured as isolated or non-isolated from the Applicator

Interface Circuit Ground. See Table 19 on page 134 for

more information.

24–28 V Version Isolated I/O operation only. No

jumpers to configure.

2+V I/O

(Fused at 1 A for

+5 V operation.

See Figure 54

on page 135 for fuse

location.)

Caution • Replace

the fuse only with

one of the same

type and rating.

Power +5 V Version Using jumper J4, this pin can be

configured as isolated or non-isolated from the Applicator

Interface Circuit +5 V Supply. See Table 19 on page 134

for more information.

24–28 V Version Isolated I/O operation only. No

jumpers to configure.

3 START PRINT Input Pulse Mode The label printing process begins on the

HIGH to LOW transition of this signal if a format is

ready. De-assert this signal HIGH to inhibit printing of a

new label.

Level Mode Assert LOW to enable the print engine to

begin printing if a format is ready. The print engine prints

new labels as long as the signal is asserted. When de-

asserted, the currently printing label is completed and the

print engine stops and waits for this input to be reasserted

LOW.

4 FEED Input When the print engine is in an idle state or has been

paused, assert this input LOW to trigger repeated feeding

of blank labels. De-assert HIGH to stop feeding blank

labels and register to the top of the next label.

Data Ports

Applicator Interface Connector

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5 PAUSE Input To toggle the current pause state, this input must be

asserted LOW for 200 milliseconds, or until the

SERVICE REQUIRED output (pin 10) changes state.

6 REPRINT Input If the Reprint feature is enabled, this input must be

asserted LOW to cause the print engine to reprint the last

label. See Set Reprint Mode on page 70 for more

information.

If the Reprint feature is disabled, this input is ignored.

7+28V

(Fused at 500 mA.

See Figure 54

on page 135 for fuse

location.)

Caution • Replace

the fuse only with

one of the same

type and rating.

Power Interface Power Supply – supplies power to external

sensors as required.

8 POWER GROUND

(+28 V Return)

Ground Interface Power Ground.

9 RIBBON LOW Output Asserted HIGH if the Ribbon Low feature is enabled and

the amount of ribbon remaining on the supply spool is

below a specific threshold level. See Set Ribbon Low

Mode on page 69 for more information.

If the Ribbon Low feature is disabled, this output lead is

disabled.

10 SERVICE

REQUIRED

Output Asserted LOW if the media cover is open, the printhead

is open, the ribbon is out, the media is out, the print

engine is paused, or an operational fault occurs.

If the applicator Resynch mode is set to Error mode, this

signal also asserts LOW for a Resynch error.

11 END PRINT Output MODE 0: The Applicator Port is OFF.

MODE 1: Asserted LOW only while the print engine is

moving the label forward; otherwise de-asserted HIGH.

MODE 2: Asserted HIGH only while the print engine is

moving the label forward; otherwise de-asserted LOW.

MODE 3: (Default) Asserted LOW for 20 milliseconds

when a label has been completed and positioned. Not

asserted during continuous printing.

MODE 4: Asserted HIGH for 20 milliseconds when a

label has been completed and positioned. Not asserted

during continuous printing.

Table 18 • Applicator Interface Connector Pin Configuration (Continued)

Pin No. Signal Name Signal Type Description

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Jumper Configurations for +5 V I/O Applicator Interface Board

Table 19 shows the pin and jumper configurations for pins 1 and 2 in +5 V I/O operation.

Jumpers J4 and J5 are used together to produce isolated or non-isolated modes of operation for

applicator input and output control signals. J4 configures the +5 V source for the optoisolator

circuits, and J5 configures the ground. For proper operation, when J4 is installed, J5 must be

installed, and when J4 is removed, J5 must be removed.

12 MEDIA OUT Output Asserted LOW while there is no media in the print

engine.

13 RIBBON OUT Output Asserted LOW while there is no ribbon in the print

engine.

14 DATA READY Output Asserted LOW when sufficient data has been received to

begin printing the next label.

De-asserted HIGH whenever printing stops after the

current label, due to either a pause condition or the

absence of a label format.

15 VOID Output Asserted LOW when the RFID transponder over the

antenna is “voided.”

De-asserted HIGH when the end print signal is asserted.

Table 18 • Applicator Interface Connector Pin Configuration (Continued)

Pin No. Signal Name Signal Type Description

Table 19 • Pin 1 and Pin 2 Jumper Configurations

Pin No. Non-Isolated Isolated

1J5 In

I/O ground is connected to the

Applicator Interface Circuit

Ground.

J5 Out

I/O ground is disconnected from the Applicator Interface

Circuit Ground. Ground for the applicator interface

optoisolator circuits is provided externally to this pin.

2J4 In

+5 V I/O is connected to the

Applicator Interface Circuit +5 V

Supply.

J4 Out

+5 V I/O is disconnected from the Applicator Interface

Circuit +5 V Supply. The +5 V for the applicator

interface optoisolator circuits is provided externally to

this pin.

Data Ports

Applicator Interface Connector

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Figure 54 illustrates the location of the fuses and the location of jumpers J4 and J5 for the

+5 V I/O applicator interface board.

Figure 54 • Applicator Interface Board

1Fuse F2 for +28 V at pin 7

2Fuse F3 for +5 V at pin 2 (+5 V I/O only)

3Jumper J4

4Jumper J5

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Printers and Related Hardware Products

Proof of purchase or shipment date is required to validate the warranty period. The warranty

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for twelve (12) months from the purchase date.

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Printheads

Because printhead wear is part of normal operation, the original printhead is covered by a

limited warranty as indicated below. Warranty period begins on purchase date.

To qualify for this warranty, the printhead must be returned to the factory or to an authorized

service center. Customers are not required to purchase Genuine Zebra Supplies (media and/or

ribbons) for warranty qualification.

However, if it is determined that the use of inappropriate or inferior supplies has caused any

defect in the printhead for which a warranty claim is made, the user is responsible for Zebra’s

labor and material charges required to repair the defect. The warranty becomes void if the

printhead is physically worn or damaged; also if it is determined that failure to follow the

preventive maintenance schedule listed in the User Guide has caused defect in the thermal

printhead for which a warranty claim is made.

Related Hardware Items

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been damage resulting from user abuse, modification, improper installation or use, or damage

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Supplies Products

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Zebra’s sole obligation under these warranties is to furnish parts and labor for the repair or

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Glossary

Alphanumeric — Indicating letters, numerals, and characters such as punctuation marks.

Backfeed — When the print engine pulls the media and ribbon (if used) backward into the

print engine so that the beginning of the label to be printed is properly positioned behind the

printhead. Backfeed occurs when operating the print engine in Tear-Off and Applicator modes.

Bar code — A code by which alphanumeric characters can be represented by a series of

adjacent stripes of different widths. Many different code schemes exist, such as the universal

product code (UPC) or Code 39.

Black mark — A registration mark found on the underside of the print media that acts as a

start-of-label indication for the print engine. (See continuous media.)

Calibration (of a print engine) — A process in which the print engine determines some basic

information needed to print accurately with a particular media and ribbon combination. To do

this, the print engine feeds some media and ribbon (if used) through the print engine and

senses whether to use the direct thermal or thermal transfer print method, and (if using

non-continuous media) the length of individual labels or tags.

Character set — The set of all letters, numerals, punctuation marks, and other characters that

can be expressed by a particular font or bar code.

Check digit — A character added to a bar code symbol that indicates to the scanner that it has

read the symbol correctly.

Configuration — The print engine configuration is a group of operating parameters specific

to the print engine application. Some parameters are user selectable, while others are

dependent on the installed options and mode of operation. Parameters may be switch

selectable, front panel programmable or downloaded as ZPL II commands. A configuration

label listing all the current print engine parameters may be printed for reference.

Continuous media — Label or tag-stock media that has no notch, gap, or web (media liner

only) to separate the labels or tags. The media is one long piece of material.

Core diameter — The inside diameter of the cardboard core at the center of a roll of media or

ribbon.

Diagnostics — Information about which print engine functions are not working that is used

for troubleshooting print engine problems.

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Die-cut media — A type of label stock that has individual labels stuck to a media liner. The

labels may be either lined up against each other or separated by a small distance. Typically the

material surrounding the labels has been removed. (See non-continuous media.)

Direct thermal — A printing method in which the printhead presses directly against the

media. Heating the printhead elements causes a discoloration of the heat-sensitive coating on

the media. By selectively heating the printhead elements as the media moves past, an image is

printed onto the media. No ribbon is used with this printing method. Contrast this with thermal

transfer.

Direct thermal media — Media that is coated with a substance that reacts to the application

of direct heat from the printhead to produce an image.

Dynamic RAM — The memory devices used to store the label formats in electronic form

while they are being printed. The amount of DRAM memory available in the print engine

determines the maximum size and number of label formats that can be printed. This is volatile

memory that loses the stored information when power is turned off.

Fanfold media — Media that comes folded in a rectangular stack. Contrast this with roll

media.

Firmware — This is the term used to specify the print engine’s operating program. This

program is downloaded to the print engine from a host computer and stored in FLASH

memory. Each time the print engine power is turned on, this operating program starts. This

program controls when to feed the media forward or backward and when to print a dot on the

label stock.

FLASH memory — FLASH memory is non-volatile and maintains the stored information

intact when power is off. This memory area is used to store the print engine’s operating

program. In addition, this memory can be used to store optional print engine fonts, graphic

formats, and complete label formats.

Font — A complete set of alphanumeric characters in one style of type. Examples include

CG Times™, CG Triumvirate Bold Condensed™.

Integrated circuit (IC) chip — The part of an RFID transponder that contains the RF circuit,

coders, decoders, and memory.

Ips “inches-per-second” — The speed at which the label or tag is printed. Zebra offers print

engines that can print from 1 ips to 12 ips.

Label — An adhesive-backed piece of paper, plastic, or other material on which information is

printed.

Label backing (label liner) — The material on which labels are affixed during manufacture

and which is discarded or recycled by the end-users.

Liquid crystal display — The LCD is a back-lit display that provides the user with either

operating status during normal operation or option menus when configuring the print engine to

a specific application.

Light emitting diode (LED) — Indicators of specific print engine status conditions. Each

LED is either off, on, or blinking depending on the feature being monitored.

Lock-up — This is the term generally used to describe a fault condition that, for apparently no

reason, causes the print engine to stop working.

Media — Material onto which data is printed by the print engine. Types of media include: tag-

stock, die-cut labels, continuous (with and without media liner), fanfold, and roll.

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Media sensor — This sensor is located behind the printhead to detect the presence of media

and, for non-continuous media, the position of the web, hole, or notch used to indicate the start

of each label.

Non-continuous media — Consumable printing stock that contains an indication of where

one label/printed format ends and the next one begins. Examples are die-cut labels, notched

tag-stock, and stock with black mark registration marks.

Non-volatile memory — Electronic memory that retains data even when the power to the

print engine is turned OFF.

Notched media — A type of tag stock containing a cutout area that can be sensed as a start-of-

label indicator by the print engine. This is typically a heavier, cardboard-like material that is

either cut or torn away from the next tag. (See non-continuous media.)

Print speed — The speed at which printing occurs. For thermal transfer print engines, this

speed is expressed in terms of ips (inches per second). Zebra offers print engines that can print

from 1 ips to 12 ips.

Printhead wear — The degradation of the surface of the printhead and/or the print elements

over time. Heat and abrasion can cause printhead wear. Therefore, to maximize the life of the

printhead, use the lowest print darkness setting (sometimes called burn temperature or head

temperature) and the lowest printhead pressure necessary to produce good print quality. In the

thermal transfer printing method, use ribbon that is as wide or wider than the media to protect

the printhead from the rough media surface.

Registration — Alignment of printing with respect to the top of a label or tag.

Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) — The technology that allows an item to be

identified by a transponder that communicates with a reader via radio waves.

Ribbon — A band of material consisting of a base film coated with wax or resin “ink.” The

inked side of the material is pressed by the printhead against the media. The ribbon transfers

ink onto the media when heated by the small elements within the printhead. Zebra ribbons

have a coating on the back that protects the printhead from wear.

Ribbon wrinkle — A wrinkling of the ribbon caused by improper alignment or improper

printhead pressure. This wrinkle can cause voids in the print and/or the used ribbon to rewind

unevenly. This condition should be corrected by performing adjustment procedures.

Roll media — Media that comes supplied rolled onto a core (usually cardboard). Contrast this

with fanfold media.

“Smart” label — Media that comes with an RFID transponder embedded between the label

and the liner.

Supplies — A general term for media and ribbon.

Symbology — The term generally used when referring to a bar code.

Tag — 1) A type of media having no adhesive backing but featuring a hole or notch by which

the tag can be hung on something. Tags are usually made of cardboard or other durable

material. 2) An RFID transponder.

Tear-off — A mode of operation in which the user tears the label or tag stock away from the

remaining media by hand.

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Thermal transfer — A printing method in which the printhead presses an ink or resin coated

ribbon against the media. H eating the printhead elements causes the ink or resin to transfer

onto the media. By selectively heating the printhead elements as the media and ribbon move

past, an image is printed onto the media. Contrast this with direct thermal.

Transponder — An RFID component that is usually comprised of an antenna that is bonded

to an integrated circuit (IC) chip. The transponder is usually located between the label and

liner in “smart” labels.

Void — 1) A space on which printing should have occurred, but did not due to an error

condition such as wrinkled ribbon or faulty print elements. A void can cause a printed bar code

symbol to be read incorrectly or not at all. 2) An RFID label is “voided” if an error occurs

during writing or encoding. The label is ejected, and the word “VOID” is printed across it.

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Index

adhesive test for ribbon coating, 30

adjustments

LCD, 70

left position, 67

media sensors, 48

print engine darkness, 55

printhead pressure, 96

tear-off position, 56

toggle positioning, 95

applicator interface connector, 132

applicator port setting, 68

auto-calibration, 46

backfeed setting, 67

bar codes

list available codes, 59

specifications, 120

baud setting, 63

before you begin setup, 14

bitmap scaling factor, 71

black mark media

described, 27

setting sensor type, 57

black oval button descriptions, 9

buttons on front panel, 9

cable requirements, 26

calibration

CALIBRATE button description, 10

media and ribbon sensor, 62

methods, 46

setting for head close, 66

setting for media power up, 66

CANCEL button description, 9

CANCEL self test, 111

checklist

before you begin, 14

troubleshooting, 100

cleaning

exterior of print engine, 90

interior, 91

printhead and platen roller, 93

recommended schedule, 90

communication interfaces

overview and location, 24

types of connections, 125

communications diagnostics test

overview, 116

selecting, 64

communications problems, 107

CompactFlash card initialization, 60

configuration

changing parameters, 55

enter Setup mode, 52

exit Setup mode, 52

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configuration label

printing using CANCEL self test, 111

printing using List Setup command, 59

connect print engine to power source, 22

contact information, 3

continuous media

described, 27

setting media type, 56

control prefix setting, 65

customer support, 3

darkness setting, 55

data bits setting, 63

data cable requirements, 26

data ports, 125

data source

communication interfaces, 125

connections, 24

date setting, 71

DB-9 to DB-25 connection, 130

default gateway, 73

default password, 54

delimiter character setting, 65

diagnostics, 110

RFID test, 72

direct connection to a computer, 129

direct thermal mode

media scratch test, 29

setting, 57

disable password protection, 54

display language selection, 72

door-open sensor

location, 91

when to clean, 90

dpi format conversion, 71

electrical noise, 26

electrical specifications, 119

enter Setup mode, 52

environmental conditions, 118

error messages, 101

exit Setup mode, 52

exterior cleaning, 90

fanfold media, 28

FEED and PAUSE self test, 114

FEED button description, 10

FEED self test, 113

Flash memory, 61

font list, 59

format convert setting, 71

format list, 59

format prefix setting, 65

front panel

buttons, 9

enter Setup mode, 52

exit Setup mode, 52

indicator lights, 10

LCD error messages, 101

LCD parameters, 55

fuses

replacement, 97

specifications, 119

HEAD COLD

message, 102

host handshake setting, 63

humidity requirements, 118

idle display setting, 71

images list, 59

initialize Flash memory, 61

initialize memory card, 60

inspect the print engine, 15

installation

procedure, 21

requirements, 16

interfaces

IEEE 1284 bi-directional parallel, 25

RS-232 serial, 25

interior cleaning, 91

international safety organization marks, 23

IP settings

default gateway, 73

IP address, 73

protocol, 73

subnet mask, 73

Index

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label length maximum setting, 58

label top

printer cannot detect, 108

setting, 67

labels did not print, 107

language selection, 72

LCD messages

adjust LCD settings, 70

error messages, 101

language selection, 72

Setup mode, 55

lights on front panel, 10

list settings

all settings, 60

bar codes, 59

fonts, 59

formats, 59

images, 59

network, 60

setup, 59

media, 32

ribbon, 38

long calibration, 46

mark LED setting, 70

Mark Med S. setting, 70

maximum label length setting, 58

media

continuous roll media, 27

fanfold, 28

loading, 32

media LED setting, 70

non-continuous roll media, 27

RFID “smart” labels, 28

setting media type, 56

specifications, 122

media and ribbon sensor calibration procedure, 62

media path cleaning, 90

media power up setting, 66

Media S. setting, 70

media scratch test, 29

media sensor

adjustments, 48

locations, 91

print media sensor profile, 61

sensor sensitivity calibration, 47

memory specifications, 119

modem connection, 131

network configuration label

printing, 45

printing using List Network command, 60

network ID setting, 64

NEXT button description, 9

non-continuous media

described, 27

setting media type, 56

parallel port

pin configuration, 126

setting parallel communications, 62

settings, 126

parity setting, 63

passwords

default, 54

disable, 54

entering, 54

Pause mode

PAUSE button, 9

PAUSE LED, 10

PAUSE self test, 112

PCMCIA card initialization, 60

peel-off bar cleaning, 90

pin configuration

parallel port, 126

serial port, 128

platen roller

cleaning, 93

when to clean, 90

ports, 125

power

connect to power source, 22

electrical specifications, 119

on/off switch location, 11

power cord specifications, 23

Power-On Self Test (POST), 110

PREVIOUS button description, 9

print configuration label

CANCEL self test, 111

List Setup command, 59

print darkness setting, 55

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print engine settings

applicator port, 68

backfeed, 67

baud, 63

calibration methods, 46

control prefix, 65

data bits, 63

date, 71

delimiter character, 65

format convert, 71

format prefix, 65

head resistor, 68

host handshake, 63

idle display, 71

IP settings, 73

label top, 67

language, 72

LCD, 70

left position, 67

maximum label length, 58

media type, 56

network configuration label as baseline, 45

network ID, 64

parallel communications, 62

parity, 63

print darkness, 55

print method, 57

print server settings, 73

print width, 57

protocol, 64

resynch mode, 69

saving, 52

sensor type, 57

serial communications, 63

setting through front panel, 52

start print signal, 69

time, 71

ZPL mode, 66

print engine setup

before you begin, 14

installation, 16

unpack the print engine, 15

print modes, 56

print network configuration label, 45, 60

print quality troubleshooting, 104

print server settings

default gateway, 73

IP address, 73

IP protocol, 73

subnet mask, 73

print width setting, 57

printhead

cleaning, 93

head close setting, 66

head resistor value setting, 68

pressure adjustment, 96

when to clean, 90

printing specifications, 121

proprietary statement, 137

protocol setting, 64

reflective media sensor, 48

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