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3Declaration of Conformity2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 Declaration of ConformityWe have determined that the Zebra printers identified as theXi4™ Series110Xi4™, 140Xi4™, 170Xi4™, 220Xi4™manufactured by:Zebra Technologies Corporation333 Corporate Woods ParkwayVernon Hills, Illinois 60061-3109 U.S.A.Have been shown to comply with the applicable technical standards of the FCCFor Home, Office, Commercial, and Industrial useIf no unauthorized change is made in the equipment,and if the equipment is properly maintained and operated.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum 20 cm between the radiator and your body. This transmitter must not be collocated or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter unless authorized to do so by the FCC.

2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 ContentsDeclaration of Conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Compliance Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4About This Document . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Who Should Use This Document . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10How This Document Is Organized . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11Document Conventions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 • Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15External View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 • Printer Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Handling the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Unpack and Inspect the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Store the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Ship the Printer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Select a Site for the Printer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Select a Surface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Provide Proper Operating Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Allow Proper Space . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Provide a Data Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Provide a Power Source. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Select a Data Communication Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Data Cables and Wireless Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Connect the Printer to the Computer or Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Contents6P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/09Connect the Printer to a Power Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Power Cord Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Types of Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29Ribbon Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31When to Use Ribbon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31Coated Side of Ribbon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 313 • Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33Print Modes and Printer Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34Print Mode Descriptions and Printer Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34Media Paths . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35Prepare the Media for Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37Load Media in Tear-Off Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Load Media in Peel-Off Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45Load Media in Cutter Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52Load Media in Rewind Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57Remove Media Liner from the Rewind or Peel Spindle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64Load Media in Rewind Mode (with Cutter Option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66Load Ribbon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74Remove Used Ribbon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79Calibrate the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81Adjust Media Sensors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83Upper Media Sensor—Inside Half of Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83Upper Media Sensor—Outside Half of Media. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85Lower Media Sensor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87Adjust Printhead Pressure and Toggle Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88Toggle Position Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88Printhead Pressure Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 894 • Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93Setup Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94Enter and Use Setup Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94Exit Setup Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95Change Password-Protected Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96Default Password Value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96Disable the Password Protection Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96Print a Configuration Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97Print a Network Configuration Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98Standard Control Panel Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99Additional Control Panel Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121

Contents8P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/09Print Specifications by Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165110Xi4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165140Xi4, 170Xi4, and 220Xi4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166Ribbon Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167140Xi4, 170Xi4, and 220Xi4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167Media Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168110Xi4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168140Xi4, 170Xi4, and 220Xi4 Printers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170End User License Agreement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183

2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 About This DocumentThis section provides you with contact information, document structure and organization, and additional reference documents.ContentsWho Should Use This Document. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10How This Document Is Organized . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Contacts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Document Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

About This DocumentWho Should Use This Document10P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/09Who Should Use This DocumentThis User Guide is intended for use by any person who needs to perform routine maintenance, upgrade, or troubleshoot problems with the printer.How This Document Is OrganizedThe User Guide is set up as follows:Section DescriptionIntroduction on page 15 This section provides a high-level overview of the printer and its components.Printer Setup on page 19 This section provides the tasks that you must complete and the issues that you must consider before you load and configure your printer.Operations on page 33 This section provides the procedures for loading and calibrating the printer.Configuration on page 93 This section describes the control panel parameters that are used to configure the printer for operation.Routine Maintenance on page 123 This section provides routine cleaning and maintenance procedures.Troubleshooting on page 137 This section provides information about errors that you might need to troubleshoot. Assorted diagnostic tests are included.Specifications on page 161 This section provides the features of and specifications for this printer.Glossary on page 179 The glossary provides a list of common terms.

11About This DocumentContacts2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001ContactsTechnical Support via the Internet is available 24 hours per day, 365 days per year.Web Site: www.zebra.comE-mail Back Technical Library: E-mail address: emb@zebra.com Subject line: Emaillist Self Service Knowledge Base: www.zebra.com/knowledgebaseOnline Case Registration: www.zebra.com/techrequest Which Department Do You Need? The Americas Europe, Africa, Middle East, India Asia PacificRegional Headquarters Zebra Technologies International, LLC333 Corporate Woods ParkwayVernon Hills, IL 60061-3109U.S.A.T: +1 847 793 2600Toll-free +1 800 423 0422F: +1 847 913 8766Zebra Technologies Europe LimitedDukes MeadowMillboard RoadBourne EndBuckinghamshire, SL8 5XFUnited KingdomT: +44 (0) 1628 556000F: +44 (0) 1628 556001Zebra Technologies Asia Pacific Pte. Ltd.120 Robinson Road#06-01 Parakou BuildingSingapore 068913T: + 65 6858 0722F: +65 6885 0838Technical SupportFor questions on the operation of Zebra equipment and software, please call your distributor. For additional assistance, contact us.Please have your model and serial numbers available.T: +1 877 ASK ZEBRA (275 9327)F: +1 847 913 2578Hardware: ts1@zebra.com Software: ts3@zebra.com Kiosk printers:T: +1 866 322 5202E: kiosksupport@zebra.comT: +44 (0) 1628 556039F: +44 (0) 1628 556003E: Tseurope@zebra.com T: +65 6858 0722F: +65 6885 0838E: China: tschina@zebra.comAll other areas:tsasiapacific@zebra.comRepair Service DepartmentFor back-to-base service and repair.T: +1 877 ASK ZEBRA (275 9327)F: +1 847 821 1797E: repair@zebra.com To request a repair in the U.S.,go to www.zebra.com/repairT: +44 (0) 1772 693069F: +44 (0) 1772 693046 New requests: ukrma@zebra.com Status updates:repairupdate@zebra.com T: +65 6858 0722F: +65 6885 0838E: China: tschina@zebra.comAll other areas:tsasiapacific@zebra.comTechnical Training DepartmentFor Zebra product training courses.T: +1 847 793 6868T: +1 847 793 6864F: +1 847 913 2578E: ttamerica@zebra.com T: +44 (0) 1628 556000F: +44 (0) 1628 556001E: Eurtraining@zebra.com T: + 65 6858 0722F: +65 6885 0838E: China: tschina@zebra.comAll other areas:tsasiapacific@zebra.comInquiry DepartmentFor product literature and distributor and dealer information.T: +1 877 ASK ZEBRA (275 9327)E: inquiry4@zebra.com T: +44 (0) 1628 556037F: +44 (0) 1628 556005E: mseurope@zebra.com E: China: GCmarketing@zebra.comAll other areas:APACChannelmarketing@zebra.comCustomer Service Department (US)Internal Sales Department (UK)For printers, parts, media, and ribbon, please call your distributor or contact us.T: +1 877 ASK ZEBRA (275 9327)E: clientcare@zebra.com T: +44 (0) 1628 556032F: +44 (0) 1628 556001E: cseurope@zebra.com T: +65 6858 0722 F: +65 6885 0836 E: China: order-csr@zebra.comAll other areas:csasiapacific@zebra.com Key: T: TelephoneF: FacsimileE: E-mail

About This DocumentDocument Conventions12P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 02/23/2009Document ConventionsThe following conventions are used throughout this document to convey certain information.Alternate Color (online only) Cross-references contain hot links to other sections in this guide. If you are viewing this guide online in .pdf format, you can click the cross-reference (blue text) to jump directly to its location. LCD Display Examples Text from a printer’s Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) appears in Bubbledot ICG font.Command Line Examples Command line examples appear in Courier New font. For example, type ZTools to get to the Post-Install scripts in the bin directory.Files and Directories File names and directories appear in Courier New font. For example, the Zebra<version number>.tar file and the /root directory.Icons Used Caution • Warns you of the potential for electrostatic discharge.Caution • Warns you of a potential electric shock situation.Caution • Warns you of a situation where excessive heat could cause a burn.Caution • Advises you that failure to take or avoid a specific action could result in physical harm to you.Caution • (No icon) Advises you that failure to take or avoid a specific action could result in physical harm to the hardware.Important • Advises you of information that is essential to complete a task.Note • Indicates neutral or positive information that emphasizes or supplements important points of the main text.Example • Provides an example, often a scenario, to better clarify a section of text.

13About This DocumentDocument Conventions02/23/2009 Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 Illustration Callouts Callouts are used when an illustration contains information that needs to be labeled and described. A table that contains the labels and descriptions follows the graphic. Figure 1 provides an example.Figure 1 • Sample Figure with Callouts1SETUP/EXIT button2CALIBRATE button21

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2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 1IntroductionThis section provides a high-level overview of the printer and its components. ContentsExternal View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

IntroductionExternal View16P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/09External ViewFigure 2 shows the components inside the media compartment of your printer. Depending on printer model and the installed options, your printer may look slightly different. Familiarize yourself with these components before continuing with the printer setup procedure.Figure 2 • Printer Components1Platen roller 5Ribbon take-up spindle2Control panel 6Ribbon supply spindle3Printhead assembly 7Media supply guide4Printhead-open lever 8Media supply hanger** The media hanger varies by model. The 110Xi4 media hanger is shown.5 6781432

17IntroductionControl Panel2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 Control PanelAll controls and indicators for the printer are located on the control panel (Figure 3).•The control panel Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) shows the operating status and printer parameters.•The control panel buttons are used to control the printer operations and to set parameters. •The control panel lights (LEDs) show the printer’s operating status or indicate which control panel buttons are active.Figure 3 • Location of Control Panel Buttons and Lights1 2 3 45712 13 1411681091Power light On when the printer is on.2PAUSE light On when the printer is paused.3Error light Off Normal operation—no printer errors.Blinking A printer error exists. Check the LCD for more information.4Data light Off Normal operation. No data being received or processed.On The printer is processing data or is printing. No data is being received.Blinking quickly The printer is receiving data from or sending status information to the host computer.

IntroductionControl Panel18P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/095LCD The control panel LCD functions differently in different printer modes.•In Operating mode, the LCD displays the printer’s status, sometimes in conjunction with a control panel light.•In Pause mode, the printer stops printing temporarily.•In Setup mode, you can use the control panel LCD to view or modify printer parameters (see Standard Control Panel Parameters on page 99).•In Error mode, the LCD may display an alert or error message (see LCD Error Messages on page 139).6PLUS (+) Changes the parameter values. Common uses are to increase a value, to answer “yes,” to scroll through choices, or to change values while entering the printer password.7PREVIOUS When in Setup mode, scrolls the LCD to the previous parameter. Press and hold to scroll quickly.8MINUS (-) Changes the parameter values. Common uses are to decrease a value, to answer “no,” to scroll through choices, or to change the cursor position while entering the printer password.9SETUP/EXIT Enters and exits Setup mode. 10 NEXT/SAVE • When in Setup mode, scrolls the LCD to the next parameter. Press and hold to scroll quickly.• When exiting Setup mode, saves any changes that you made in the configuration and calibration sequence.11 CALIBRATE Calibrates the printer for the following:• Media length• Media type (continuous or non-continuous)• Print method (direct thermal or thermal transfer)• Sensor values12 PAUSE Starts or stops printer operation, or removes error messages and clears the LCD. • If the printer is idle, it enters Pause mode immediately.• If the printer is printing, the label is completed before the printer pauses. 13 FEED Forces the printer to feed one blank label each time the button is pressed.• If the printer is idle or paused, the label is fed immediately. • If the printer is printing, the label is fed after printing finishes.14 CANCEL Cancels print jobs when the printer is paused.Pressing CANCEL once has these effects:• Cancels the label format that is currently printing.• If no label format is printing, the next one to be printed is canceled.• If no label formats are waiting to be printed, CANCEL is ignored. Pressing and holding CANCEL clears the printer’s entire label format memory,. When the formats are cleared, the DATA light turns off.

2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 2Printer SetupThis section provides the tasks that you must complete and the issues that you must consider before you load and configure your printer.ContentsBefore You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Handling the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Unpack and Inspect the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Store the Printer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Ship the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Select a Site for the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Select a Surface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Provide Proper Operating Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Allow Proper Space . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Provide a Data Source. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Provide a Power Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Select a Data Communication Interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Data Cables and Wireless Cards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Connect the Printer to the Computer or Network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Connect the Printer to a Power Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Power Cord Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Types of Media. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29Ribbon Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31When to Use Ribbon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31Coated Side of Ribbon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Printer SetupBefore You Begin20P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/09Before You BeginReview this checklist, and resolve any issues before you set up or use your printer.Unpack and Inspect the Printer Have you unpacked the printer and inspected it for damage? If you have not, see Unpack and Inspect the Printer on page 21.Select a Site Have you selected an appropriate location for the printer? If you have not, see Select a Site for the Printer on page 22.Connect to a Data Source Have you determined how the printer will connect to a data source (usually a computer)? For more information, see Select a Data Communication Interface on page 23.Attach a Power Cord Do you have the correct power cord for your printer? If you are unsure, see Power Cord Specifications on page 28. To attach the power cord and connect the printer to a power source, see Connect the Printer to a Power Source on page 27.Select Media Do you have the correct media for your application? If you are unsure, see Types of Media on page 29.Select Ribbon Do you need to use ribbon, and is the appropriate ribbon available, if needed? If you are unsure, see Ribbon Overview on page 31.

21Printer SetupHandling the Printer2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 Handling the PrinterThis section describes how to handle your printer.Unpack and Inspect the PrinterWhen you receive the printer, immediately unpack it and inspect for shipping damage. • Save all packing materials.• Check all exterior surfaces for damage.• Raise the media door, and inspect the media compartment for damage to components.If you discover shipping damage upon inspection:• Immediately notify the shipping company and file a damage report.• Keep all packaging material for shipping company inspection.• Notify your authorized Zebra resellerStore the PrinterIf you are not placing the printer into immediate operation, repackage it using the original packing materials. You may store the printer under the conditions shown in Table 1.Ship the PrinterIf you must ship the printer:• Turn off (O) the printer, and disconnect all cables.• Remove any media, ribbon, or loose objects from the printer interior.• Close the printhead.• Carefully pack the printer into the original container or a suitable alternate container to avoid damage during transit. A shipping container can be purchased from Zebra if the original packaging has been lost or destroyed.Important • Zebra Technologies Corporation is not responsible for any damage incurred during the shipment of the equipment and will not repair this damage under warranty.Table 1 • Storage Temperature and HumidityTemperature Relative Humidity–40°F to 140°F (–40° to 60°C) 5% to 85% non-condensing

Printer SetupSelect a Site for the Printer22P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/09Select a Site for the PrinterConsider the following when selecting an appropriate location for your printer.Select a SurfaceSelect a solid, level surface of sufficient size and strength to accommodate the printer and other equipment (such as a computer), if necessary. The choices include a table, countertop, desk, or cart. For the printer’s weight and dimensions, see General Specifications on page 164.Provide Proper Operating ConditionsThis printer is designed to function in a wide range of environmental and electrical conditions, including a warehouse or factory floor. For more information on the required conditions, see General Specifications on page 164.Table 2 shows the temperature and relative humidity requirements for the printer when it is operating.Allow Proper SpaceThe printer should have enough space around it for you to be able to open the media door. To allow for proper ventilation and cooling, leave open space on all sides of the printer.Provide a Data SourceIf the printer will be located away from the data source (such as a computer), the selected site must provide the appropriate connections to that data source. For more information on the types of communication interfaces and their limitations, see Select a Data Communication Interface on page 23.Provide a Power SourcePlace the printer within a short distance of a power outlet that is easily accessible.Table 2 • Operating Temperature and HumidityMode Temperature Relative HumidityThermal Transfer 40° to 105°F (5° to 40°C) 20 to 85% non-condensing.Direct Thermal 32° to 105°F (0° to 40°C) 20 to 85% non-condensingCaution • Do not place any padding or cushioning material behind or under the printer because this restricts air flow and could cause the printer to overheat.

23Printer SetupSelect a Data Communication Interface2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 Select a Data Communication InterfaceTable 3 provides basic information about data communication interfaces that you can use to connect your printer to a computer. You may send label formats to the printer through any data communication interface that is available. Select an interface that is supported by both your printer and your computer or your Local Area Network (LAN).Table 3 • Characteristics of the Data Communication InterfacesInterface Standard or Optional on Printer CharacteristicsRS-232 Serial Standard • Maximum cable length of 50 ft (15.24 m).• You may need to change printer parameters to match the host computer.• You need to use a null-modem adaptor to connect to the printer if using a standard modem cable.IEEE 1284 Bidirectional Parallel Standard • Maximum cable length of 10 ft (3 m).• Recommended cable length of 6 ft (1.83 m).• An Ethernet print server (if installed) takes up or covers this port on the printer.• No printer parameter changes required to match the host computer.USB Standard • Maximum cable length of 16.4 ft (5 m).• No printer parameter changes required to match the host computer.Internal wired Ethernet print server Optional • Can print to the printer from any computer on your LAN.• Can communicate with the printer through the printer’s web pages when in ZPL mode.• Computer must be equipped with an Ethernet board.• The printer must be configured to use your LAN.Wireless Ethernet print server Optional • Can print to the printer from any computer on your Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN).• Can communicate with the printer through the printer’s web pages when in ZPL mode.• The printer must be configured to use your WLAN.

Printer SetupSelect a Data Communication Interface24P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/09Data Cables and Wireless CardsYou must supply all data cables or wireless cards for your application.Data Cables Ethernet cables do not require shielding, but all other data cables must be fully shielded and fitted with metal or metallized connector shells. Unshielded data cables may increase radiated emissions above the regulated limits.To minimize electrical noise pickup in the cable:• Keep data cables as short as possible.• Do not bundle the data cables tightly with the power cords.• Do not tie the data cables to power wire conduits.Wireless Cards For supported wireless cards, refer to the ZebraNet Wireless User Guide. A copy of the manual is available at http://www.zebra.com/manuals or on the user CD that came with your printer.Connect the Printer to the Computer or NetworkTable 4 shows how to connect the different types of data cables to your printer and computer. The connectors on the back of your computer may be in different locations than on the sample computer shown in this section.Caution • Ensure that the printer power is off (O) before connecting data communications cables. Connecting a data communications cable while the power is on (I) may damage the printer.

25Printer SetupSelect a Data Communication Interface2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 Table 4 • Connecting the Printer to a Computer or NetworkInterface Connection and ConfigurationRS-232 Serial The baud rate, number of data and stop bits, the parity, and the XON/XOFF or DTR control must match those of the host computer. See Standard Control Panel Parameters on page 99 to view or change these parameters.IEEE 1284 Bidirectional ParallelNo additional configuration is necessary. An Ethernet print server (if installed) takes up or covers this port on the printer.

Printer SetupSelect a Data Communication Interface26P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/09USB No additional configuration is necessary.Caution • Be careful not to plug the USB cable into the wired Ethernet print server connector on the printer because doing so will damage the connector.Internal wired Ethernet print serverRefer to the ZebraNet 10/100 Print Server User and Reference Guide for configuration instructions. A copy of this manual is available at http://www.zebra.com/manuals or on the user CD that came with your printer. Note • To use this connection, you may need to remove a factory-installed plug that is designed to keep someone from accidentally plugging a USB connector into this port.Wireless Ethernet print serverRefer to the ZebraNet Wireless User Guide for configuration instructions. A copy of this manual is available at http://www.zebra.com/manuals or on the user CD that came with your printer.Table 4 • Connecting the Printer to a Computer or Network (Continued)Interface Connection and Configuration

27Printer SetupConnect the Printer to a Power Source2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 Connect the Printer to a Power SourceThe AC power cord must have a three-prong female connector on one end that plugs into the mating AC power connector at the rear of the printer. If a power cable was not included with your printer, refer to Power Cord Specifications on page 28.To connect the printer to a power source, complete these steps:1. Toggle the printer power switch to the off (O) position.2. Plug the power cord into the AC power connector (1) on the rear of the printer.3. Plug the other end of the power cord into a power outlet near the printer.4. Turn on (I) the printer.The control panel LCD and lights activate, indicating that the printer is booting up.Caution • For personnel and equipment safety, always use an approved three-conductor power cord specific to the region or country intended for installation. This cord must use an IEC 320 female connector and the appropriate region-specific three-conductor grounded plug configuration.1

Printer SetupConnect the Printer to a Power Source28P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/09Power Cord SpecificationsDepending on how your printer was ordered, a power cord may or may not be included. If one is not included or if the one included is not suitable for your requirements, see Figure 4 and refer to the following guidelines:• The overall cord length must be less than 9.8 ft. (3 m).• The cord must be rated for at least 10 A, 250 V.• The chassis ground (earth) must be connected to ensure safety and reduce electromagnetic interference.Figure 4 • Power Cord SpecificationsFigure 5 • International Safety Organization CertificationsCaution • For personnel and equipment safety, always use an approved three-conductor power cord specific to the region or country intended for installation. This cord must use an IEC 320 female connector and the appropriate region-specific, three-conductor grounded plug configuration.1AC power plug for your country—This should bear the certification mark of at least one of the known international safety organizations (Figure 5).23-conductor HAR cable or other cable approved for your country.3IEC 320 connector—This should bear the certification mark of at least one of the known international safety organizations (Figure 5).4Length ≤ 9.8 ft. (3 m). Rating 10 Amp, 250 VAC.3124

29Printer SetupTypes of Media2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 Types of MediaYour printer can use various types of media:•Standard media—Most standard media uses an adhesive backing that sticks individual labels or a continuous length of labels to a liner.•Tag stock—Tags are usually made from a heavy paper. Tag stock does not have adhesive or a liner, and it is typically perforated between tags.•Radio frequency identification (RFID) “smart” media—RFID media can be used in a printer that is equipped with an RFID reader/encoder. RFID labels are made from the same materials and adhesives as non-RFID labels. Each label has an RFID transponder (sometimes called an “inlay”), made of a chip and an antenna, embedded between the label and the liner. The shape of the transponder varies by manufacturer and is visible through the label. All “smart” labels have memory that can be read, and many have memory that can be encoded.Table 5 describes roll and fanfold media. Roll media is loaded into the printer while fanfold media may be located inside or outside of the printer.Important •

Printer SetupTypes of Media30P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/09Table 5 • Roll and Fanfold MediaMedia Type How It Looks DescriptionNon-Continuous Roll Media Roll media is wound on a 3-in. (76-mm) core. Individual labels are separated by one or more of the following methods:•Web media separates labels by gaps, holes, or notches. •Black mark media uses pre-printed black marks on the back side of the media to indicate label separations. •Perforated media has perforations that allow the labels or tags to be separated from each other easily. The media may also have black marks or other separations between labels or tags.Non-Continuous Fanfold Media Fanfold media is folded in a zigzag pattern. Fanfold media can have the same label separations as non-continuous roll media. The separations would fall on or near the folds.Continuous Roll Media Roll media is wound on a 3-in. (76-mm) core. Continuous roll media does not have gaps, holes, notches, or black marks to indicate label separations. This allows the image to be printed anywhere on the label. Sometimes a cutter is used to cut apart individual labels.

31Printer SetupRibbon Overview2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 Ribbon OverviewRibbon is a thin film that is coated on one side with wax, resin, or wax resin, which is transferred to the media during the thermal transfer process. The media determines whether you need to use ribbon and how wide the ribbon must be. When ribbon is used, it must be as wide as or wider than the media being used. If the ribbon is narrower than the media, areas of the printhead are unprotected and subject to premature wear.When to Use RibbonThermal transfer media requires ribbon for printing while direct thermal media does not. To determine if ribbon must be used with a particular media, perform a media scratch test.To perform a media scratch test, complete these steps:1. Scratch the print surface of the media rapidly with your fingernail.2. Did a black mark appear on the media?Coated Side of RibbonRibbon can be wound with the coated side on the inside or outside (Figure 6). This printer can only use ribbon that is coated on the outside. If you are unsure which side of a particular roll of ribbon is coated, perform an adhesive test or a ribbon scratch test to determine which side is coated.Figure 6 • Ribbon Coated on Outside or InsideIf a black mark... Then the media is...Does not appear on the media Thermal transfer. A ribbon is required.Appears on the media Direct thermal. No ribbon is required.Outside Inside

Printer SetupRibbon Overview32P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/09Adhesive TestIf you have labels available, perform the adhesive test to determine which side of a ribbon is coated. This method works well for ribbon that is already installed.To perform an adhesive test, complete these steps:1. Peel a label from its liner.2. Press a corner of the sticky side of the label to the outer surface of the roll of ribbon.3. Peel the label off of the ribbon.4. Observe the results. Did flakes or particles of ink from the ribbon adhere to the label?Ribbon Scratch TestPerform the ribbon scratch test when labels are unavailable.To perform a ribbon scratch test, complete these steps:1. Unroll a short length of ribbon.2. Place the unrolled section of ribbon on a piece of paper with the outer surface of the ribbon in contact with the paper.3. Scratch the inner surface of the unrolled ribbon with your fingernail.4. Lift the ribbon from the paper.5. Observe the results. Did the ribbon leave a mark on the paper?If ink from the ribbon... Then...Adhered to the label The ribbon is coated on the outside and can be used in this printer.Did not adhere to the label The ribbon is coated on the inside and cannot be used in this printer. To verify this, repeat the test on the other surface of the roll of ribbon.

2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 3OperationsThis section provides the procedures for loading and calibrating the printer.Note • Complete the tasks and resolve the issues in Printer Setup on page 19 before operating the printer. ContentsPrint Modes and Printer Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34Print Mode Descriptions and Printer Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34Media Paths. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35Prepare the Media for Loading. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37Load Media in Tear-Off Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Load Media in Peel-Off Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45Load Media in Cutter Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52Load Media in Rewind Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57Remove Media Liner from the Rewind or Peel Spindle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64Load Media in Rewind Mode (with Cutter Option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66Load Ribbon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74Remove Used Ribbon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79Calibrate the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81Adjust Media Sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83Upper Media Sensor—Inside Half of Media. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83Upper Media Sensor—Outside Half of Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85Lower Media Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87Adjust Printhead Pressure and Toggle Position. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88Toggle Position Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88Printhead Pressure Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

OperationsPrint Modes and Printer Options34P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/09Print Modes and Printer OptionsThe printer can use different print modes and options for label removal (Table 6). Use a print mode that matches the media being used and the printer options available. For more information on the types of media, see Types of Media on page 29. To select a print mode, see Select Print Mode on page 101.Print Mode Descriptions and Printer RequirementsTable 6 • Print Modes and Printer OptionsPrint Mode When to Use/Printer Options Required Printer ActionsTear-Off (default setting) Use for most applications. This mode can be used with any printer options and most media types.The printer prints label formats as it receives them. The printer operator can tear off the printed labels any time after they print.Peel-Off Use only if the printer has the Peel-Off or Rewind option. The printer peels the label from the liner during printing and then pauses until the label is removed. The backing is wound on the rewind spindle, but the rewind plate is not used.Cutter Use if the printer has a cutter option when you want the labels to be cut apart. The printer prints a label and then cuts it free.Delayed Cut Use if the printer has a cutter option when you want the printer to cut the labels apart at a signal.The printer prints a label, pauses, and cuts the label when it receives the ~JK (delayed cut) ZPL command.Applicator Use only if the printer is used with a machine that applies labels. The printer prints a label when it receives a signal from the applicator.Rewind Use if the printer has the Rewind option and you want the labels to rewind onto a core. The printer prints without pausing between labels. The media is wound onto a core after printing. The rewind plate is used. If your printer has a cutter, the media is threaded through the cutter, but the labels are not cut.

35OperationsPrint Modes and Printer Options2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 Media PathsTable 7 shows the media paths for print mode and printer option combinations using roll media. Fanfold media uses the same print modes and printer options as roll media. RFID printers can use all of these printer options and have the same media paths.Table 7 • Media Paths for Print Modes with Various Printer OptionsPrint Mode Printer Option Media PathTear-Off Printers with any printer options can use Tear-Off modePeel-Off or Applicator Rewind (shown) or Peel (not shown)Red solid lines = media, Blue dotted lines = backing only

OperationsPrint Modes and Printer Options36P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/09Cutter CutterRewind Rewind (without Cutter option)Rewind Rewind (with Cutter option)Table 7 • Media Paths for Print Modes with Various Printer Options (Continued)Print Mode Printer Option Media PathRed solid lines = media, Blue dotted lines = backing only

37OperationsPrepare the Media for Loading2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 Prepare the Media for LoadingYou can use roll media or fanfold media in your printer. Roll media hangs on and is loaded from the media supply hanger. Fanfold media is stored away from or in the bottom of the printer and can drape across the media supply hanger.Roll MediaTo place roll media on the media supply hanger, complete these steps:1. Raise the media door.2. Remove and discard any tags or labels that are dirty or that are held by adhesives or tape.Tag Stock Labels

OperationsPrepare the Media for Loading38P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/093. Insert the media into the printer.4. Continue with the media loading procedure for the desired print mode.110Xi4 Other Xi4 Modelsa. Pull out the media supply guide as far as it goes. a. Slide out and flip down the media supply guide.b. Place the roll of media on the media supply hanger. Push the roll as far back as it will go. b. Place the roll of media on the media supply hanger. Push the roll back as far as it will go.c. Slide in the media supply guide until it touches the edge of the roll. c. Flip up the media supply guide.d. Slide in the media supply guide until it touches the edge of the roll.

39OperationsPrepare the Media for Loading2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 Fanfold MediaYou can store fanfold media behind the printer (rear feed) or under the printer (bottom feed). Using the media supply hanger is optional.To load fanfold media, complete these steps:1. Raise the media door.2. Thread the fanfold media through the rear access slot (1) or the bottom access slot (2).If using... Then use this access slot...Rear feed (shown using the media supply hanger)Bottom feed (shown without using the media supply hanger)12

OperationsPrepare the Media for Loading40P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/093. Do you wish to use the media supply hanger?If… Then…No Continue with the media loading procedure for the desired print mode.Yes a. Slide out and flip down the media supply guide.b. Drape the media over the media supply hanger.4. Flip up the media supply guide, and then slide it in until it touches the edge of the media.

41OperationsLoad Media in Tear-Off Mode2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 Load Media in Tear-Off ModeFollow these instructions to operate the printer in Tear-Off mode.1. Set the printer to Tear-Off mode. See Select Print Mode on page 101 for instructions.2. Insert media into the printer. See Prepare the Media for Loading on page 37 for instructions.3. Open the printhead assembly by rotating the printhead-open lever (1) counter-clockwise.4. Loosen the thumb screw (not visible from this angle) that is located on the bottom of the outer media guide (1).Caution • While performing any tasks near an open printhead, remove all rings, watches, hanging necklaces, identification badges, or other metallic objects that could touch the printhead. You are not required to turn off the printer power when working near an open printhead, but Zebra recommends it as a precaution. If you turn off the power, you will lose all temporary settings, such as label formats, and you must reload them before you resume printing.11

OperationsLoad Media in Tear-Off Mode42P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/095. Slide the outer media guide (1) all the way out. 6. If your printer includes a media dancer assembly (1), thread the media under the media dancer assembly roller. For all printers, thread the media under the media guide roller (2) and then the upper media sensor (3).Important • Make sure that you thread the media under these components. If you thread the media over the them, the media obstructs the ribbon sensor and causes a false RIBBON OUT error.1231

43OperationsLoad Media in Tear-Off Mode2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 7. Push the media forward until it passes under the printhead assembly (1), under the snap plate (2), and then over the platen roller (3).8. Align the media with the inner media guide (1). Slide in the outer media guide (2) until it just touches the edge of the media.13212

OperationsLoad Media in Tear-Off Mode44P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/099. Tighten the thumb screw (not visible from this angle) that is located on the bottom of the outer media guide (1).10. Push down the printhead assembly (1), and then rotate the printhead-open lever (2) clockwise until it locks into place.112

45OperationsLoad Media in Peel-Off Mode2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 Load Media in Peel-Off ModePeel-Off mode (Figure 7) advances one label at a time. The printer does not print another label until the first label is removed. The TAKE LABEL light flashes until the label is removed. The backing is wound on the rewind spindle, but the rewind plate is not used.Figure 7 • Media Loaded in Peel-Off Mode1Printhead-open lever2Media guide3Media guide roller4Media supply guide5Media6Media supply hanger7Guide plate8Spindle hook9Rewind spindle10 Label backing11 Rewind plate (removed)*12 Tear-off bar13 Printed label* In new printers, remove the protective plastic covering from the rewind plate before using.12 4 59 8 711121362 310

OperationsLoad Media in Peel-Off Mode46P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/09To set up the printer in Peel-Off mode, complete these steps:1. Remove the rewind plate (if installed) from the front of the printer. Store it on the two mounting screws on the inside of the printer base.2. Set the printer to Peel-Off mode. See Select Print Mode on page 101 for instructions.3. Insert media into the printer. See Prepare the Media for Loading on page 37 for instructions.Caution • While performing any tasks near an open printhead, remove all rings, watches, hanging necklaces, identification badges, or other metallic objects that could touch the printhead. You are not required to turn off the printer power when working near an open printhead, but Zebra recommends it as a precaution. If you turn off the power, you will lose all temporary settings, such as label formats, and you must reload them before you resume printing.

47OperationsLoad Media in Peel-Off Mode2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 4. Open the printhead assembly by rotating the printhead-open lever (1) counter-clockwise.5. Loosen the thumb screw (not visible from this angle) that is located on the bottom of the outer media guide (1).6. Slide the outer media guide (1) all the way out. 111

OperationsLoad Media in Peel-Off Mode48P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/097. If your printer includes a media dancer assembly (1), thread the media under the media dancer assembly roller. For all printers, thread the media under the media guide roller (2) and then the upper media sensor (3).8. Push the media forward until it passes under the printhead assembly (1), under the snap plate (2), and then over the platen roller (3).Important • Make sure that you thread the media under these components. If you thread the media over the them, the media obstructs the ribbon sensor and causes a false RIBBON OUT error.231132

49OperationsLoad Media in Peel-Off Mode2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 9. Extend approximately 36 in. (920 mm) of media out of the printer. Remove and discard the labels from this exposed media.10. Remove the hook from the rewind spindle.11. If you are using a core, slide it onto the rewind spindle until it is flush against the guide plate.12. Wind the media liner counterclockwise around the rewind spindle.a. Reinstall the hook. Insert the short end of the hook into the hole in the center of the adjusting nut (1). Insert the long end of the hook into the small hole on the guide plate (2).Note • A core is not required.

OperationsLoad Media in Peel-Off Mode50P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/09b. Rotate the spindle counterclockwise several turns to wind the media liner over the hook and remove any slack.13. Align the media with the inner media guide (1). Slide in the outer media guide (2) until it just touches the edge of the media.2112

51OperationsLoad Media in Peel-Off Mode2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 14. Tighten the thumb screw (not visible from this angle) that is located on the bottom of the outer media guide (1).15. Push down the printhead assembly (1), and then rotate the printhead-open lever (2) clockwise until it locks into place.The backing winds on the rewind spindle or core.16. For instructions for removing the backing from the rewind spindle, see Remove Media Liner from the Rewind or Peel Spindle on page 64.112

OperationsLoad Media in Cutter Mode52P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/09Load Media in Cutter ModeA cutter is a rotating knife with a self-sharpening blade that is attached to the front of the printer. The cutter is used to cut individual labels as they are printed.Figure 8 shows the printer loaded with labels in Cutter mode.Figure 8 • Media Loaded in Cutter ModeTo set up the printer in Cutter mode, complete these steps: 1. Set the printer to Cutter mode. See Select Print Mode on page 101 for instructions.2. Insert media into the printer. See Prepare the Media for Loading on page 37 for instructions.1Printhead-open lever2Media guide3Media guide roller4Media supply guide5Media6CutterCaution • While performing any tasks near an open printhead, remove all rings, watches, hanging necklaces, identification badges, or other metallic objects that could touch the printhead. You are not required to turn off the printer power when working near an open printhead, but Zebra recommends it as a precaution. If you turn off the power, you will lose all temporary settings, such as label formats, and you must reload them before you resume printing.124563

53OperationsLoad Media in Cutter Mode2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 3. Open the printhead assembly by rotating the printhead-open lever (1) counter-clockwise.4. Loosen the thumb screw (not visible from this angle) that is located on the bottom of the outer media guide (1).5. Slide the outer media guide (1) all the way out. 111

OperationsLoad Media in Cutter Mode54P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/096. If your printer includes a media dancer assembly (1), thread the media under the media dancer assembly roller. For all printers, thread the media under the media guide roller (2) and then the upper media sensor (3).7.Important • Make sure that you thread the media under these components. If you thread the media over the them, the media obstructs the ribbon sensor and causes a false RIBBON OUT error.231Caution • The cutter blade is sharp. Do not touch or rub the blade with your fingers.Thread the media forward until it passes under the printhead assembly (1), under the snap plate (2), and through the cutter assembly (3).123

55OperationsLoad Media in Cutter Mode2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 8. Align the media with the inner media guide (1). Slide in the outer media guide (2) until it just touches the edge of the media.9. Tighten the thumb screw (not visible from this angle) that is located on the bottom of the outer media guide (1).121

OperationsLoad Media in Cutter Mode56P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/0910. Push down the printhead assembly (1), and then rotate the printhead-open lever (2) clockwise until it locks into place.12

57OperationsLoad Media in Rewind Mode2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 Load Media in Rewind ModeRewind mode (Figure 9) allows the media to be wound on a core after printing. This section shows how to load media for Rewind mode in printers that do not have a Cutter option.Figure 9 • Media Loaded in Rewind Mode1Printhead-open lever2Media guide3Media guide roller4Media supply guide5Labels6Guide plate7Spindle hook8Rewind spindle9Rewind plate (for Rewind mode only)*10 Printed labels* In new printers, remove the protective plastic covering from the rewind plate before using.12 4 58 7 69103

OperationsLoad Media in Rewind Mode58P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/09To set up the printer in Rewind mode, complete these steps: 1. Remove the rewind plate from its storage location inside the printer.2. Position the rewind plate so that the lip on the attached hook plate points down.3. Insert the hook plate lip 1/2 in. (13 mm) into the lower slot in the side plate.4. Align the upper end of the rewind plate with the matching upper slot in the side plate.5. Slide in the rewind plate until it stops against the printer’s main frame.6. Set the printer to Rewind mode. See Select Print Mode on page 101 for instructions.Caution • While performing any tasks near an open printhead, remove all rings, watches, hanging necklaces, identification badges, or other metallic objects that could touch the printhead. You are not required to turn off the printer power when working near an open printhead, but Zebra recommends it as a precaution. If you turn off the power, you will lose all temporary settings, such as label formats, and you must reload them before you resume printing.1Upper slot2Lower slot3Rewind plate4Lip5Adjustable hook plate34251

59OperationsLoad Media in Rewind Mode2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 7. Insert media into the printer. See Prepare the Media for Loading on page 37 for instructions.8. Open the printhead assembly by rotating the printhead-open lever (1) counter-clockwise.9. Loosen the thumb screw (not visible from this angle) that is located on the bottom of the outer media guide (1).10. Slide the outer media guide (1) all the way out. 111

OperationsLoad Media in Rewind Mode60P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/0911. If your printer includes a media dancer assembly (1), thread the media under the media dancer assembly roller. For all printers, thread the media under the media guide roller (2) and then the upper media sensor (3).12. Push the media forward until it passes under the printhead assembly (1), under the snap plate (2), and then over the platen roller (3).Important • Make sure that you thread the media under these components. If you thread the media over the them, the media obstructs the ribbon sensor and causes a false RIBBON OUT error.231132