Zebra Technologies ZLANGVH Zebra Embedded 802.11b/g Radio User Manual Xi4 UG
Zebra Technologies Corporation Zebra Embedded 802.11b/g Radio Xi4 UG
Contents
- 1. User Manual
- 2. User Manual Part 1 of 3
- 3. User Manual Part 2 of 3
- 4. User Manual Part 3 of 3
User Manual Part 1 of 3
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| Document Description | User Manual Part 1 of 3 |
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| Filesize | 196.7kB (2458693 bits) |
| Date Submitted | 2009-03-05 00:00:00 |
| Date Available | 2009-03-05 00:00:00 |
| Creation Date | 2009-03-03 14:48:52 |
| Producing Software | Acrobat Distiller 8.1.0 (Windows) |
| Document Lastmod | 2009-03-03 14:49:23 |
| Document Title | Xi4_UG.book |
| Document Creator | FrameMaker 8.0 |
| Document Author: | DJones |
Zebra® Xi4™ User Guide © 2009 ZIH Corp. The copyrights in this manual and the software and/or firmware in the printer described therein are owned by ZIH Corp. Unauthorized reproduction of this manual or the software and/or firmware in the printer may result in imprisonment of up to one year and fines of up to $10,000 (17 U.S.C.506). Copyright violators may be subject to civil liability. This product may contain ZPL®, ZPL II®, and ZebraLink™ programs; Element Energy Equalizer® Circuit; E3®; and Monotype Imaging fonts. Software © ZIH Corp. All rights reserved worldwide. ZebraLink and all product names and numbers are trademarks, and Zebra, the Zebra logo, ZPL, ZPL II, Element Energy Equalizer Circuit, and E3 Circuit are registered trademarks of ZIH Corp. All rights reserved worldwide. All other brand names, product names, or trademarks belong to their respective holders. For additional trademark information, please see “Trademarks” on the product CD. Proprietary Statement This manual contains proprietary information of Zebra Corporation and its subsidiaries (“Zebra Technologies”). It is intended solely for the information and use of parties operating and maintaining the equipment described herein. Such proprietary information may not be used, reproduced, or disclosed to any other parties for any other purpose without the express, written permission of Zebra Technologies Corporation. Product Improvements Continuous improvement of products is a policy of Zebra Technologies Corporation. All specifications and designs are subject to change without notice. Liability Disclaimer Zebra Technologies Corporation takes steps to ensure that its published Engineering specifications and manuals are correct; however, errors do occur. Zebra Technologies Corporation reserves the right to correct any such errors and disclaims liability resulting therefrom. Limitation of Liability In no event shall Zebra Technologies Corporation or anyone else involved in the creation, production, or delivery of the accompanying product (including hardware and software) be liable for any damages whatsoever (including, without limitation, consequential damages including loss of business profits, business interruption, or loss of business information) arising out of the use of, the results of use of, or inability to use such product, even if Zebra Technologies Corporation has been advised of the possibility of such damages. Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. Part Number: P1009874-001 Declaration of Conformity Declaration of Conformity We have determined that the Zebra printers identified as the Xi4™ Series 110Xi4™, 140Xi4™, 170Xi4™, 220Xi4™ manufactured by: Zebra Technologies Corporation 333 Corporate Woods Parkway Vernon Hills, Illinois 60061-3109 U.S.A. Have been shown to comply with the applicable technical standards of the FCC For Home, Office, Commercial, and Industrial use If no unauthorized change is made in the equipment, and if the equipment is properly maintained and operated. 2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 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. Contents Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Compliance Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 About This Document . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Who Should Use This Document . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 How This Document Is Organized . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Document Conventions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 1 • Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 External View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 2 • Printer Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Handling the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Unpack and Inspect the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Store the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ship the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Select a Site for the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Select a Surface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Provide Proper Operating Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Allow Proper Space . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Provide a Data Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Provide a Power Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Select a Data Communication Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Data Cables and Wireless Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connect the Printer to the Computer or Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide 20 21 21 21 21 22 22 22 22 22 22 23 24 24 P1009874-001 6 Contents Connect the Printer to a Power Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Power Cord Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Types of Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ribbon Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . When to Use Ribbon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Coated Side of Ribbon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 28 29 31 31 31 3 • Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Print Modes and Printer Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Print Mode Descriptions and Printer Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Media Paths . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Prepare the Media for Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Load Media in Tear-Off Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Load Media in Peel-Off Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Load Media in Cutter Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Load Media in Rewind Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Remove Media Liner from the Rewind or Peel Spindle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Load Media in Rewind Mode (with Cutter Option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Load Ribbon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Remove Used Ribbon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Calibrate the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adjust Media Sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Upper Media Sensor—Inside Half of Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Upper Media Sensor—Outside Half of Media. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lower Media Sensor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adjust Printhead Pressure and Toggle Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Toggle Position Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Printhead Pressure Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 34 35 37 41 45 52 57 64 66 74 79 81 83 83 85 87 88 88 89 4 • Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Setup Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Enter and Use Setup Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Exit Setup Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Change Password-Protected Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Default Password Value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Disable the Password Protection Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Print a Configuration Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Print a Network Configuration Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Standard Control Panel Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Additional Control Panel Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/09 Contents 5 • Routine Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Replacing Printer Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ordering Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Recycling Printer Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cleaning Schedule and Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Clean the Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Clean the Media Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Clean the Printhead and Platen Roller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Clean the Sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Clean the Snap Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Clean the Cutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Replace the Fuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 124 124 124 125 125 125 126 129 132 133 134 6 • Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Troubleshooting Checklists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . LCD Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Print Quality Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Calibration Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Communications Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ribbon Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Miscellaneous Printer Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Printer Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Power-On Self Test. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CANCEL Self Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAUSE Self Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FEED Self Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FEED and PAUSE Self Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Communications Diagnostics Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sensor Profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 139 143 147 148 149 150 152 152 153 154 155 158 159 160 7 • Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Standard Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Print Modes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Zebra Programming Language (ZPL). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bar Codes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . General Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Physical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Electrical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Environmental Conditions for Operation and Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide 162 162 162 162 163 164 164 164 164 P1009874-001 8 Contents Print Specifications by Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110Xi4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140Xi4, 170Xi4, and 220Xi4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ribbon Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140Xi4, 170Xi4, and 220Xi4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Media Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110Xi4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140Xi4, 170Xi4, and 220Xi4 Printers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165 165 166 167 167 168 168 170 End User License Agreement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173 Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183 P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/09 About This Document This section provides you with contact information, document structure and organization, and additional reference documents. Contents Who Should Use This Document . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . How This Document Is Organized . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Document Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide 10 10 11 12 P1009874-001 10 About This Document Who Should Use This Document Who Should Use This Document This 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 Organized The User Guide is set up as follows: P1009874-001 Section Description Introduction 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. Xi4 User Guide 2/23/09 About This Document Contacts Contacts Technical Support via the Internet is available 24 hours per day, 365 days per year. Web Site: www.zebra.com E-mail Back Technical Library: E-mail address: emb@zebra.com Subject line: Emaillist Self Service Knowledge Base: www.zebra.com/knowledgebase Online Case Registration: www.zebra.com/techrequest Which Department Do You Need? Regional Headquarters Europe, Africa, Middle East, India The Americas Zebra Technologies International, LLC 333 Corporate Woods Parkway Vernon Hills, IL 60061-3109 U.S.A. T: +1 847 793 2600 Toll-free +1 800 423 0422 F: +1 847 913 8766 Technical Support For questions on the operation of Zebra equipment and software, please call your distributor. For additional assistance, contact us. Zebra Technologies Europe Limited Dukes Meadow Millboard Road Bourne End Buckinghamshire, SL8 5XF United Kingdom T: +44 (0) 1628 556000 F: +44 (0) 1628 556001 Asia Pacific Zebra Technologies Asia Pacific Pte. Ltd. 120 Robinson Road #06-01 Parakou Building Singapore 068913 T: + 65 6858 0722 F: +65 6885 0838 T: +1 877 ASK ZEBRA (275 9327) F: +1 847 913 2578 T: +44 (0) 1628 556039 F: +44 (0) 1628 556003 T: +65 6858 0722 F: +65 6885 0838 Hardware: ts1@zebra.com Software: ts3@zebra.com E: Tseurope@zebra.com E: China: tschina@zebra.com All other areas: tsasiapacific@zebra.com Kiosk printers: T: +1 866 322 5202 E: kiosksupport@zebra.com Please have your model and serial numbers available. Repair Service Department For back-to-base service and repair. T: +1 877 ASK ZEBRA (275 9327) F: +1 847 821 1797 T: +44 (0) 1772 693069 F: +44 (0) 1772 693046 T: +65 6858 0722 F: +65 6885 0838 E: repair@zebra.com New requests: ukrma@zebra.com Status updates: repairupdate@zebra.com E: China: tschina@zebra.com All other areas: tsasiapacific@zebra.com Technical Training Department For Zebra product training courses. T: +1 847 793 6868 T: +1 847 793 6864 F: +1 847 913 2578 T: +44 (0) 1628 556000 F: +44 (0) 1628 556001 T: + 65 6858 0722 F: +65 6885 0838 E: Eurtraining@zebra.com E: China: tschina@zebra.com All other areas: tsasiapacific@zebra.com Inquiry Department For product literature and distributor and dealer information. T: +1 877 ASK ZEBRA (275 9327) T: +44 (0) 1628 556037 F: +44 (0) 1628 556005 E: mseurope@zebra.com E: China: GCmarketing@zebra.com All other areas: APACChannelmarketing@zebra.com Customer 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) T: +44 (0) 1628 556032 F: +44 (0) 1628 556001 T: +65 6858 0722 F: +65 6885 0836 E: cseurope@zebra.com E: China: order-csr@zebra.com All other areas: csasiapacific@zebra.com Key: 2/23/09 To request a repair in the U.S., go to www.zebra.com/repair E: ttamerica@zebra.com E: inquiry4@zebra.com E: clientcare@zebra.com T: Telephone F: Facsimile E: E-mail Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 11 12 About This Document Document Conventions Document Conventions The 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.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. P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 02/23/2009 About This Document Document Conventions 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 Callouts 02/23/2009 SETUP/EXIT button CALIBRATE button Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 13 14 About This Document Document Conventions Notes • ___________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 02/23/2009 1 Introduction This section provides a high-level overview of the printer and its components. Contents External View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 16 Introduction External View External View Figure 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 Components Platen roller Control panel Printhead assembly Printhead-open lever Ribbon take-up spindle Ribbon supply spindle Media supply guide Media supply hanger* * The media hanger varies by model. The 110Xi4 media hanger is shown. P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/09 Introduction Control Panel Control Panel All 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 Lights 10 11 12 Power light PAUSE light Error light Data light 2/23/09 13 14 On when the printer is on. On when the printer is paused. Off Normal operation—no printer errors. Blinking A printer error exists. Check the LCD for more information. 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. Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 17 18 Introduction Control Panel LCD 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). PLUS (+) PREVIOUS MINUS (-) 10 SETUP/EXIT NEXT/SAVE 11 CALIBRATE 12 PAUSE 13 FEED 14 CANCEL P1009874-001 • In Error mode, the LCD may display an alert or error message (see LCD Error Messages on page 139). 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. When in Setup mode, scrolls the LCD to the previous parameter. Press and hold to scroll quickly. 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. Enters and exits Setup mode. • 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. Calibrates the printer for the following: • Media length • Media type (continuous or non-continuous) • Print method (direct thermal or thermal transfer) • Sensor values 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. 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. 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. Xi4 User Guide 2/23/09 2 Printer Setup This section provides the tasks that you must complete and the issues that you must consider before you load and configure your printer. Contents Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Handling the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Unpack and Inspect the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Store the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ship the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Select a Site for the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Select a Surface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Provide Proper Operating Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Allow Proper Space . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Provide a Data Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Provide a Power Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Select a Data Communication Interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Data Cables and Wireless Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connect the Printer to the Computer or Network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connect the Printer to a Power Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Power Cord Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Types of Media. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ribbon Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . When to Use Ribbon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Coated Side of Ribbon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide 20 21 21 21 21 22 22 22 22 22 22 23 24 24 27 28 29 31 31 31 P1009874-001 20 Printer Setup Before You Begin Before You Begin Review 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. P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/09 Printer Setup Handling the Printer Handling the Printer This section describes how to handle your printer. Unpack and Inspect the Printer When 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 reseller 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. Store the Printer If 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. Table 1 • Storage Temperature and Humidity Temperature Relative Humidity –40°F to 140°F (–40° to 60°C) 5% to 85% non-condensing Ship the Printer If 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. 2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 21 22 Printer Setup Select a Site for the Printer Select a Site for the Printer Consider the following when selecting an appropriate location for your printer. Select a Surface Select 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 Conditions This 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. Table 2 • Operating Temperature and Humidity Mode Temperature Relative Humidity Thermal 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-condensing Allow Proper Space The 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. Caution • 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. Provide a Data Source If 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 Source Place the printer within a short distance of a power outlet that is easily accessible. P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/09 Printer Setup Select a Data Communication Interface Select a Data Communication Interface Table 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 Interfaces Interface Standard or Optional on Printer RS-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. 2/23/09 Characteristics Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 23 24 Printer Setup Select a Data Communication Interface Data Cables and Wireless Cards You 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 Network Table 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. P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/09 Printer Setup Select a Data Communication Interface Table 4 • Connecting the Printer to a Computer or Network 2/23/09 Interface Connection and Configuration RS-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 Parallel No additional configuration is necessary. An Ethernet print server (if installed) takes up or covers this port on the printer. Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 25 26 Printer Setup Select a Data Communication Interface Table 4 • Connecting the Printer to a Computer or Network (Continued) Interface Connection and Configuration USB 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. P1009874-001 Internal wired Ethernet print server Refer 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 factoryinstalled plug that is designed to keep someone from accidentally plugging a USB connector into this port. Wireless Ethernet print server Refer 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. Xi4 User Guide 2/23/09 Printer Setup Connect the Printer to a Power Source Connect the Printer to a Power Source The 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. 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. 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. 2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 27 28 Printer Setup Connect the Printer to a Power Source Power Cord Specifications 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. Depending 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 Specifications AC power plug for your country—This should bear the certification mark of at least one of the known international safety organizations (Figure 5). 3-conductor HAR cable or other cable approved for your country. IEC 320 connector—This should bear the certification mark of at least one of the known international safety organizations (Figure 5). Length ≤ 9.8 ft. (3 m). Rating 10 Amp, 250 VAC. Figure 5 • International Safety Organization Certifications P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/09 Printer Setup Types of Media Types of Media Important • Your 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. 2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 29 30 Printer Setup Types of Media Table 5 • Roll and Fanfold Media Media Type Non-Continuous Roll Media How It Looks Description 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. P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/09 Printer Setup Ribbon Overview Ribbon Overview Ribbon 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 Ribbon Thermal 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? If 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. Coated Side of Ribbon Ribbon 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 Inside Outside 2/23/09 Inside Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 31 32 Printer Setup Ribbon Overview Adhesive Test If 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? 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. Ribbon Scratch Test Perform 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? P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/09 3 Operations This 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. Contents Print Modes and Printer Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Print Mode Descriptions and Printer Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Media Paths . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Prepare the Media for Loading. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Load Media in Tear-Off Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Load Media in Peel-Off Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Load Media in Cutter Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Load Media in Rewind Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Remove Media Liner from the Rewind or Peel Spindle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Load Media in Rewind Mode (with Cutter Option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Load Ribbon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Remove Used Ribbon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Calibrate the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adjust Media Sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Upper Media Sensor—Inside Half of Media. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Upper Media Sensor—Outside Half of Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lower Media Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adjust Printhead Pressure and Toggle Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Toggle Position Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Printhead Pressure Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide 34 34 35 37 41 45 52 57 64 66 74 79 81 83 83 85 87 88 88 89 P1009874-001 34 Operations Print Modes and Printer Options Print Modes and Printer Options The 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 Requirements Table 6 • Print Modes and Printer Options Print Mode When to Use/Printer Options Required Printer Actions Tear-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. P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/09 Operations Print Modes and Printer Options Media Paths Table 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 Options Print Mode Printer Option Tear-Off Printers with any printer options can use Tear-Off mode Peel-Off or Applicator Rewind (shown) or Peel (not shown) Media Path Red solid lines = media, Blue dotted lines = backing only 2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 35 36 Operations Print Modes and Printer Options Table 7 • Media Paths for Print Modes with Various Printer Options (Continued) Print Mode Printer Option Cutter Cutter Rewind Rewind (without Cutter option) Rewind Rewind (with Cutter option) Media Path Red solid lines = media, Blue dotted lines = backing only P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/09 Operations Prepare the Media for Loading Prepare the Media for Loading You 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 Media To 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 2/23/09 Labels Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 37 38 Operations Prepare the Media for Loading 3. Insert the media into the printer. 110Xi4 Other Xi4 Models a. 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. 4. Continue with the media loading procedure for the desired print mode. P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/09 Operations Prepare the Media for Loading Fanfold Media You 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) 2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 39 40 Operations Prepare the Media for Loading 3. 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. P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/09 Operations Load Media in Tear-Off Mode Load Media in Tear-Off Mode Follow these instructions to operate the printer in Tear-Off mode. 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. 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). 2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 41 42 Operations Load Media in Tear-Off Mode 5. 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. P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/09 Operations Load Media in Tear-Off Mode 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. 2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 43 44 Operations Load Media in Tear-Off Mode 9. 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. P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/09 Operations Load Media in Peel-Off Mode Load Media in Peel-Off Mode Peel-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 Mode 13 12 11 10 10 11 12 13 Printhead-open lever Media guide Media guide roller Media supply guide Media Media supply hanger Guide plate Spindle hook Rewind spindle Label backing Rewind plate (removed)* Tear-off bar Printed label * In new printers, remove the protective plastic covering from the rewind plate before using. 2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 45 46 Operations Load Media in Peel-Off Mode 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. To 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. P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/09 Operations Load Media in Peel-Off Mode 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. 2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 47 48 Operations Load Media in Peel-Off Mode 7. 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. 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). P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/09 Operations Load Media in Peel-Off Mode 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. Note • A core is not required. 12. Wind the media liner counterclockwise around the rewind spindle. a. 2/23/09 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). Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 49 50 Operations Load Media in Peel-Off Mode b. 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. P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/09 Operations Load Media in Peel-Off Mode 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. 2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 51 52 Operations Load Media in Cutter Mode Load Media in Cutter Mode A 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 Mode Printhead-open lever Media guide Media guide roller Media supply guide Media Cutter 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. To 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. P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/09 Operations Load Media in Cutter Mode 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. 2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 53 54 Operations Load Media in Cutter Mode 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. 7. Caution • 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). P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/09 Operations Load Media in Cutter Mode 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). 2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 55 56 Operations Load Media in Cutter Mode 10. Push down the printhead assembly (1), and then rotate the printhead-open lever (2) clockwise until it locks into place. P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/09 Operations Load Media in Rewind Mode Load Media in Rewind Mode Rewind 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 Mode 10 10 Printhead-open lever Media guide Media guide roller Media supply guide Labels Guide plate Spindle hook Rewind spindle Rewind plate (for Rewind mode only)* Printed labels * In new printers, remove the protective plastic covering from the rewind plate before using. 2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 57 58 Operations Load Media in Rewind Mode 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. To 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. Upper slot Lower slot Rewind plate Lip Adjustable hook plate 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. P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/09 Operations Load Media in Rewind Mode 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. 2/23/09 Xi4 User Guide P1009874-001 59 60 Operations Load Media in Rewind Mode 11. 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. 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). P1009874-001 Xi4 User Guide 2/23/09
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