Zebra Technologies Printer T402 User Manual

T402  
Stripe® Series Thermal Transfer Printer  
User's  
Guide  
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P r o p r ie t a r y S t a t e m e n t  
This manual contains proprietary information of Zebra Technologies Corporation. It is intended solely for the information and  
use of parties operating and maintaining the equipment described herein. Such proprietary information may not be used,  
reproduced, or disclosed to any other parties for any other purpose without the expressed written permission of Zebra  
Technologies Corporation.  
P r o d u c t Im p r o v e m e n t s  
Continuous improvement of products is a policy of Zebra Technologies Corporation. All specifications and signs are subject  
to change without notice.  
F C C C o m p lia n c e S t a t e m e n t  
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15  
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential  
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in  
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee  
that the 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:  
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
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Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.  
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Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different than that to which the receiver is connected.  
Consult the dealer or an experienced Radio/TV technician for help.  
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NOTE: This unit was tested with shielded cables on the peripheral devices. Shielded cables must be used with the unit to  
insure compliance.  
The user is cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Zebra Technologies Corporation could  
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.”  
C a n a d ia n D O C C o m p lia n c e S t a t e m e n t  
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio  
interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.  
Lia b ilit y D is c la im e r  
Zebra Technologies Corporation takes steps to assure 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.  
N o Lia b ilit y fo r C o n s e q u e n t ia l D a m a g e  
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,  
damages for loss of business profits, business interruption, loss of business information, or other pecuniary loss) arising out of  
the use of or 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. Because some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of liability for consequential or  
incidental damages, the above limitation may not apply to you.  
C o p y r ig h t s  
This copyrighted manual and the label printer described herein are owned by Zebra Technologies Corporation. All rights are  
reserved. Unauthorized reproduction of this manual or the software in the label 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.  
All products and brand names are trademarks of their respective companies. All rights reserved.  
© 1999 Zebra Technologies Corporation  
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I have determined that the Zebra printers identified as the  
Stripe® Series  
DA402 and T402  
manufactured by:  
Ze b ra Tech n o lo g ie s Co rp o ra t io n  
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.  
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C o n t e n t s  
In t r o d u c t io n  
Hello! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1  
G e t t in g R e a d y t o P r in t  
Tear-Off Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5  
Peel-Off Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10  
Cutter Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16  
Fanfold Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20  
Loading the Ribbon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22  
Auto Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25  
Operator Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26  
Power Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26  
Feed Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26  
Status LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26  
Printing a Test Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27  
Hooking Up the Printer and Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27  
Serial (RS-232) Interface Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27  
Parallel Interface Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28  
Serial and Parallel Cabling Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28  
Communicating with the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29  
Via the Parallel Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29  
Via the Serial Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29  
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Adjusting the Print Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30  
Adjusting the Print Darkness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30  
Adjusting the Print Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30  
T r o u b le s h o o t in g  
Print Quality Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32  
Recalibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35  
Communications Diagnostics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36  
Feed Button Modes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37  
M a in t e n a n c e  
Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39  
Replacing the Printhead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44  
S p e c ific a t io n s  
Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45  
Ribbon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45  
Font/Bar Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47  
Physical/Environmental/Electrical. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47  
Agency Approvals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48  
Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48  
Serial (RS-232) Connector Technical Information . . . . . . . . . . 49  
Interconnecting to DTE Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49  
Interconnecting to DCE Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49  
Parallel Interface Technical Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52  
In d e x  
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In t r o d u c t io n  
H e llo !  
Thank you for choosing the Zebraâ T402Ô Printer. This rugged little printer  
is certain to become a productive and efficient addition to your workplace!  
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This user’s guide gives you all the information you will need to operate  
and maintain the printer.  
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To create and print label formats, take a look at the ZPL II Programming  
Guide (part #46530L). If one was not ordered with your printer, simply  
call your distributor or visit our web site at www.zebra.com.  
NOTE: Many printer settings may also be controlled by your  
printer’s driver or label preparation software. Refer to the driver  
or software documentation for more information.  
W h a t ’s in t h e B o x  
Printer  
Power  
Supply  
Quick  
Reference  
Guide  
Product  
Support Services  
Brochure  
Users  
Guide  
Ribbon Core  
Sample  
Roll of Ribbon  
Sample  
Roll of Media  
Test  
CD-Rom  
Label  
Registration  
Card  
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U n p a c k in g a n d In s p e c t io n  
Inspect the printer for possible shipping damage:  
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Check all exterior surfaces for damage.  
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Raise the top cover (refer to “Loading the Media” on page 5) and inspect  
the media compartment for damage.  
In case shipping is required, save the carton and all packing material.  
R e p o r t in g D a m a g e  
If you discover shipping damage:  
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Immediately notify and file a damage report with the shipping company.  
Zebra Technologies Corporation is not responsible for any damage  
incurred during shipment of the printer and will not cover the repair of  
this damage under its warranty policy.  
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Keep the carton and all packing material for inspection.  
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Notify your authorized reseller.  
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WARNING: NEVER OPERATE THE PRINTER AND POWER  
SUPPLY IN AN AREA WHERE THEY CAN GET WET.  
PERSONAL INJ URY COULD RESULT!  
D C P o w e r S u p p ly  
Refer to Figure 1.  
1. The DC power supply has a barrel connector on one end that must be  
inserted into the power supply receptacle on the back of the printer.  
2. Insert the separate AC power cord into the power supply.  
3. Plug the other end of the cord into an appropriate AC electrical outlet.  
Plug  
Varies by  
Country  
AC  
Power  
Cord  
Barrel  
Connector  
Power  
Switch  
Power  
Supply  
Power  
Supply  
Receptacle  
Figure 1  
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P r in t e r O v e r v ie w  
Cutter Option  
Status LED  
Feed  
Button  
Sensor  
Housing  
Cutter Unit  
Release  
Lever  
(2)  
Bottom  
Slot  
Media  
Supply Guides  
Ribbon Core  
Media Hanger  
Supply  
Spindle  
Tear Bar  
Media  
Guides  
Take-Up  
Spindle  
Peel  
Bar  
Media  
Guide  
Adjuster  
Printhead  
Release Lever  
Platen  
Roller  
Printhead  
Figure 2  
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G e t t in g R e a d y t o P r in t  
Lo a d in g t h e M e d ia  
You can operate this printer in three different modes: tear-off, peel-off, or  
with a cutter.  
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Tear-off mode allows you to tear off each label (or a strip of labels) after  
it is printed.  
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In peel-off mode, the backing material is peeled away from the label as it  
is printed. After this label is removed, the next one is printed.  
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In cutter mode, the printer automatically cuts the label after it is printed.  
NOTE: The cutter is designed to cut through paper labels or the  
backing between labels, not the adhesive backing of the label.  
Adhesive build-up on the cutter blade may cause the cutter to jam.  
See page 39 for cutter cleaning instructions.  
T e a r -O ff M o d e  
1. Unlatch the top cover by pressing the two green release levers (refer to  
Figure 3). Then, lift the top cover to expose the media compartment.  
Release  
Lever  
Release  
Lever  
Figure 3  
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2. Insert one end of the media hanger into one of the media supply guides  
(refer to Figure 4).  
3. Place the roll of media onto the media hanger.  
4. Place the second media supply guide onto the other end of the media  
hanger (refer to Figure 4).  
NOTES: The media roll must be centered on the media hanger.  
supply guides. The textured side marked out” should face the  
outside of the printer. The media supply guides should just touch  
the edges of the roll of media; they must not cause pressure or  
excessive drag on the media roll.  
5. Refer to Figure 5. If you are using labels, make sure the media  
unwinds from the top of the roll. Tags unwind from the bottom of the  
roll.  
6. Place the media roll in the top cover (refer to Figure 6).  
7. Release the printhead by pulling the printhead release lever toward you  
(refer to Figure 6, “1”).  
8. Lift the printhead (refer to Figure 6, “2”) until you feel it “lock” into  
place. Be careful not to force the printhead past this position!  
Smooth Side of  
Media Supply Guide  
Textured  
Side  
Marked  
"OUT"  
3
2
1
Media  
Hanger  
Media  
Supply  
Guide  
Figure 4  
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Labels  
Tags  
Figure 5  
Printhead  
2
Printhead  
Release  
Lever  
1
Figure 6  
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NOTE: If the media guides must be changed to accommodate the  
width of the media, turn the green media guide adjuster (refer to  
Figure 7). The media guides should just touch, but not restrict, the  
edges of the roll.  
10. Continue to thread the media past the peel bar (refer to Figure 7).  
11. Place the media hanger into the two mounting slots (refer to Figure 8).  
12. Close the printhead by pressing down at both arrows (refer to Figure 9).  
13. Close the top cover and turn on the printer or press the feed button if  
the printer is already on (see “Auto Calibration” on page 25 for more  
information).  
Media  
Guides  
Media  
Guide  
Adjuster  
Peel Bar  
Figure 7  
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Mounting  
Slot  
Mounting  
Slot  
Figure 8  
Printhead  
Arrow  
Arrow  
Figure 9  
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P e e l-O ff M o d e  
1. Unlatch the top cover by pressing the two green release levers (refer to  
Figure 10). Then, lift the top cover to expose the media compartment.  
2. Insert one end of the media hanger into one of the media supply guides  
(refer to Figure 11).  
3. Place the roll of media onto the media hanger.  
hanger (refer to Figure 11).  
NOTES: The media roll must be centered on the media hanger.  
The media roll should rest against the smooth side of the media  
supply guides. The textured side marked out” should face the  
outside of the printer. The media supply guides should just touch  
the edges of the roll of media; they must not cause pressure or  
excessive drag on the media roll.  
5. Place the media roll in the top cover (refer to Figure 12).  
6. Release the printhead by pulling the printhead release lever toward you  
(refer to Figure 12, 1).  
7. Lift the printhead (refer to Figure 12, “2) until you feel it “lock” into  
place. Be careful not to force the printhead past this position!  
Release  
Lever  
Release  
Lever  
Figure 10  
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Smooth Side of  
Media Supply Guide  
Textured  
Side  
Marked  
"OUT"  
3
2
1
Media  
Hanger  
Media  
Supply  
Guide  
Figure 11  
Printhead  
2
Printhead  
Release  
Lever  
1
Figure 12  
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8. Refer to Figure 13. Thread the media through the media guides.  
NOTE: If the media guides must be changed to accommodate the  
width of the media, turn the green media guide adjuster (refer to  
Figure 13). The media guides should just touch, but not restrict,  
the edges of the media roll.  
9. Continue to thread the media until it is approximately 8” (203 mm) past  
the peel bar (refer to Figure 13).  
10. Place the media hanger into the two mounting slots (refer to Figure 14).  
11. Remove approximately 6” (152.4 mm) of labels from the backing.  
12. Insert the label backing into the peel-off feed slot (refer to Figure 15).  
Continue to feed the label backing until it comes out of the bottom slot.  
Media  
Guides  
Media  
Guide  
Adjuster  
Peel Bar  
Figure 13  
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Mounting  
Slot  
Mounting  
Slot  
Figure 14  
Feed  
Button  
Bottom Slot  
Peel-Off  
Feed Slot  
Figure 15  
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13. Gently pull the label backing to remove any slack in the media.  
14. Close the printhead by pressing down at both arrows (refer to  
Figure 16).  
15. Close the top cover. Activate the label taken sensor by pushing in on  
the top of the sensor housing until it locks into position (refer to  
Figure 17).  
16. Turn on the printer or press the feed button if the printer is already on  
(see Auto Calibration” on page 25 for more information).  
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Printhead  
Arrow  
Arrow  
Figure 16  
Sensor  
Housing  
Figure 17  
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C u t t e r M o d e (o p t io n a l)  
1. Unlatch the top cover by pressing the two green release levers (refer to  
Figure 18). Then, lift the top cover to expose the media compartment.  
2. Insert one end of the media hanger into one of the media supply guides  
(refer to Figure 19).  
3. Place the roll of media onto the media hanger.  
hanger (refer to Figure 19).  
NOTES: The media roll must be centered on the media hanger.  
The media roll should rest against the smooth side of the media  
supply guides. The textured side marked out” should face the  
outside of the printer. The media supply guides should just touch  
the edges of the roll of media; they must not cause pressure or  
excessive drag on the media roll.  
5. Place the media roll in the top cover (refer to Figure 20).  
6. Release the printhead by pulling the printhead release lever toward you  
(refer to Figure 20, 1).  
7. Lift the printhead (refer to Figure 20, “2) until you feel it “lock” into  
place. Be careful not to force the printhead past this position!  
Release  
Lever  
Release  
Lever  
Figure 18  
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Smooth Side of  
Media Supply Guide  
Textured  
Side  
Marked  
"OUT"  
3
2
1
Media  
Hanger  
Media  
Supply  
Guide  
Figure 19  
Printhead  
Printhead  
Release  
Lever  
2
1
Figure 20  
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8. Refer to Figure 21. Thread the media through the media guides.  
NOTE: If the media guides must be changed to accommodate the  
width of the media, turn the green media guide adjuster (refer to  
Figure 21). The media guides should just touch, but not restrict,  
the edges of the roll  
9. Refer to Figure 21. Thread the media through the cutter unit.  
10. Place the media hanger into the two mounting slots (refer to Figure 22).  
11. Close the printhead by pressing down at both arrows (refer to  
Figure 23).  
12. Close the top cover and turn on the printer or press the feed button if  
the printer is already on (see “Auto Calibration” on page 25 for more  
information).  
Media  
Guides  
Media  
Guide  
Adjuster  
Cutter  
Unit  
Figure 21  
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Mounting  
Slot  
Mounting  
Slot  
Figure 22  
Printhead  
Arrow  
Arrow  
Figure 23  
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F a n fo ld M e d ia  
Fanfold media loads from the outside of the printer.  
(refer to Figure 24).  
2. Open the top cover.  
3. Release the printhead by pulling the printhead release lever toward you  
(refer to Figure 24, 1).  
4. Lift the printhead (refer to Figure 24, “2) until you feel it “lock” into  
place. Be careful not to force the printhead past this position!  
5. Refer to Figure 25. Thread the media through the media guides.  
NOTE: If the media guides must be changed to accommodate the  
width of the media, turn the green media guide adjuster (refer to  
Figure 25). The media guides should just touch, but not restrict,  
the edges of the roll.  
6. Continue to thread the media past the peel bar (refer to Figure 25).  
7. Close the printhead by pressing down at both arrows (refer to  
Figure 25).  
8. Close the top cover and turn on the printer or press the feed button if  
the printer is already on (see “Auto Calibration” on page 25 for more  
information).  
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2
Access  
Slot  
Printhead  
Release  
Lever  
1
Printhead  
Figure 24  
Media  
Guides  
Arrow  
Arrow  
Media  
Guide  
Adjuster  
Peel Bar  
Figure 25  
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Lo a d in g t h e R ib b o n  
Figure 26 shows the location of the ribbon supply spindle, ribbon take-up  
spindle, and ribbon supply slot.  
1. Open the top cover.  
2. Install an empty ribbon core (notched end to the right) as shown in  
Figure 27. This becomes the ribbon take-up spindle.  
3. Remove the tape that secures the leader on the new roll of ribbon.  
4. Install the ribbon roll on the ribbon supply spindle (refer to Figure 27).  
Make sure the ribbon unwinds over the top of the roll and feeds toward  
the back of the printer.  
5. Open the printhead by pulling the printhead release lever toward you.  
6. Lift the printhead until you feel it “lock” into place. Be careful not to  
force the printhead past this position!  
7. Thread the ribbon leader into the ribbon supply slot (refer to  
Figure 26 for the location of the supply slot).  
8. Wrap the ribbon leader around the printhead (refer to Figure 28). Then,  
affix the ribbon leader to the ribbon take-up spindle with tape.  
9. Wind the ribbon onto the ribbon take-up spindle until the ribbon leader  
is no longer visible.  
Supply  
Spindle  
Supply  
Slot  
Take-Up  
Spindle  
Figure 26  
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Supply  
Spindle  
Ribbon  
Core  
Notch  
Figure 27  
Take-Up  
Spindle  
Printhead  
Figure 28  
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10. Close the printhead by pressing down at both arrows.  
11. Close the top cover and turn on the printer or press the feed button if  
the printer is already on (see “Auto Calibration” on page 25 for more  
information).  
R e m o v in g t h e R ib b o n  
1. Open the printhead.  
2. Cut the ribbon below the ribbon take-up spindle (refer to Figure 29).  
3. Remove the roll of unused ribbon.  
Hint: Tape the end of the ribbon to prevent the roll from  
unwrapping.  
4. Remove the ribbon take-up spindle. Remove and discard the spent  
ribbon from the core.  
5. Keep the core for future use.  
Take-Up  
Spindle  
Figure 29  
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A u t o C a lib r a t io n  
NOTE: If you are using pre-printed labels, pre-printed label  
backing, or continuous media, see Manual Calibration” on  
page 34.  
An auto calibration is performed when the printer is turned on (if media is  
loaded) or after an error is cleared. When it is auto calibrating, the printer  
sets the sensor levels for, and determines the length of, the label you are  
using.  
If the status LED flashes red, refer to Manual Calibration” on page 34.  
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O p e r a t o r C o n t r o ls  
Refer to Figure 30.  
P o w e r S w it c h  
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Press to turn on and turn off the printer.  
CAUTION: The power should be turned off before connecting  
or disconnecting the communications and power cables.  
F e e d B u t t o n  
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Forces the printer to feed one blank label.  
When printing, puts the printer into a “pause” condition.  
Takes the printer out of a “pause” condition. (The printer is put into  
pause” by either a ZPL II command or an error condition.) See What  
the Status LED is Telling You” on page 31.  
n
Used for printer setup and status (see Feed Button Modes” on page 37).  
S t a t u s LED  
n
Functions as a printer operational indicator (see “What the Status LED is  
Telling You” on page 31).  
Status  
LED  
Feed  
Button  
Power  
Switch  
Figure 30  
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P r in t in g a T e s t La b e l  
Before you connect the printer to your computer, make sure that the printer  
is in proper working order. You can do this by printing a configuration  
label:  
1. Make sure the media is properly loaded and the top cover of the printer  
is closed. Then, turn the printer power on if you have not already done  
so.  
2. When the status LED is solid green, press and hold the feed button until  
the status LED flashes once.  
3. Release the feed button. A configuration label will print.  
If you cannot get this label to print, refer to Troubleshooting.  
H o o k in g U p t h e P r in t e r a n d C o m p u t e r  
CAUTION: The power supply barrel connector must be  
inserted into the power supply receptacle on the back of the  
printer before connecting or disconnecting the  
communications cables. (If necessary, refer to Figure 1.)  
This printer comes with both a nine-pin Electronics Industries Association  
(EIA) RS-232 serial data interface and an IEEE 1284 bidirectional parallel  
for your application.  
CAUTION: This printer complies with FCC “Rules and  
Regulations,” Part 15, for Class B Equipment, using fully  
shielded six-foot data cables. Use of longer cables or  
Class B limits.  
S e r ia l (R S -2 3 2 ) In t e r fa c e R e q u ir e m e n t s  
The required cable must have a nine-pin “D” type (DB-9P) male connector  
on one end, which is plugged into the mating (DB-9S) serial port located on  
the back of the printer (refer to Figure 31). The other end of this serial  
interface cable connects to a serial port at the host computer. Depending on  
the specific interface requirements, this will most likely be a null modem  
cable.  
For pinout and technical information, refer to page 49.  
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P a r a lle l In t e r fa c e R e q u ir e m e n t s  
The required cable (IEEE 1284-compliant is recommended) must have a  
standard 36-pin parallel connector on one end, which is plugged into the  
parallel port located on the back of the printer (refer to Figure 31). The  
other end of the parallel interface cable connects to the printer connector at  
the host computer.  
For pinout information, refer to page 52.  
S e r ia l a n d P a r a lle l C a b lin g R e q u ir e m e n t s  
Data cables must be of fully shielded construction and fitted with metal or  
metalized connector shells. Shielded cables and connectors are required to  
prevent radiation and reception of electrical noise.  
To minimize electrical noise pickup in the cable:  
n
Keep data cables as short as possible (6’ [1.83 m] recommended).  
n
Do not tightly bundle the data cables with power cords.  
n
Do not tie the data cables to power wire conduits.  
Connects to  
Serial Port on  
Host Computer  
Serial  
Port  
Parallel  
Port  
Connects to  
Parallel Port on  
Host Computer  
Figure 31  
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C o m m u n ic a t in g w it h t h e P r in t e r  
Via t h e S e r ia l P o r t  
Serial communications between the printer and the host computer can be set  
by either autobaud synchronization or the ^SC command.  
A u t o b a u d  
Autobaud synchronization allows the printer to automatically match the  
communications parameters of the host computer. To autobaud:  
1. Press and hold the feed button until the green status LED flashes once,  
twice, then three times.  
2. While the status LED flashes, send a ZPL II format to the printer.  
3. When the printer and host are synchronized, the LED changes to solid  
green. (No labels will print during autobaud synchronization.)  
^ S C  
Use the Set Communications (^SC) command to change the  
communications settings on the printer.  
1. With the host computer set at the same communications settings as the  
printer, send the ^SC command to change the printer to the desired  
settings.  
2. Change the host computer settings to match the printer settings.  
Refer to the ZPL II Programming Guide for more information about this  
command.  
S e t t in g t h e C o m m u n ic a t io n s P a r a m e t e r s  
To reset the communications parameters on the printer to the factory  
defaults (9600 baud, 8 bit word length, no parity, 1 stop bit, and  
XON/XOFF), do the following:  
1. Press and hold the feed button until the green status LED flashes once,  
twice, and then three times.  
2. While the status LED flashes, press the feed button.  
Via t h e P a r a lle l P o r t  
Typically, no setup is required once the cable is plugged in. If you should  
encounter any problems, consult the user’s guide that came with your  
computer.  
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U s in g Z P L II  
For information about creating labels using ZPL II, refer to the ZPL II  
Programming Guide or visit our web site at www.zebra.com.  
A d ju s t in g t h e P r in t W id t h  
n
You are using the printer for the first time.  
n
There is a change in the width of the media.  
Print width may be set by way of the five-flash sequence in “Feed Button  
Modes” (see page 37) or refer to the Print Width (^PW) command (consult  
your ZPL II Programming Guide).  
A d ju s t in g t h e P r in t D a r k n e s s  
The relative darkness setting is controlled by either the six-flash sequence in  
“Feed Button Modes” (see page 37) or the Set Darkness (~SD) command  
(follow the instructions in the ZPL II Programming Guide).  
A d ju s t in g t h e P r in t S p e e d  
Print quality is affected by print speed and the media you are using. Only  
by experimenting will you find the optimal mix for your application.  
If you find that the print speed needs to be adjusted, refer to the Print Rate  
(^PR) command in the ZPL II Programming Guide.  
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T r o u b le s h o o t in g  
W h a t t h e S t a t u s LED is T e llin g Yo u  
Status LED  
Condition and Color  
Printer  
Status  
For a Resolution,  
Refer to:  
Off  
Solid Green  
Off  
On  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Flashing Yellow  
Stopped  
Flashing Green  
Normal Operation  
Stopped  
Flashing Red  
Double Flashing Green  
Solid Yellow  
Paused  
Various  
Alternately Flashing Green and Red  
Needs Service  
R ES O LU T IO N S :  
1 . T h e p r in t e r is n o t r e c e iv in g p o w e r .  
n
Have you turned on the printer power?  
n
Check power connections from the wall outlet to the power supply,  
and from the power supply to the printer.  
2 . T h e p r in t e r is o n .  
3 . T h e p r in t e r h a s fa ile d it s p o w e r o n s e lf t e s t (P O S T ).  
n
If the error occurs right after you turn on the printer, contact an  
authorized reseller for assistance.  
T h e r e is a s h o r t a g e o f m e m o r y .  
n
If this error occurs after you have been printing, turn the printer  
power off and on. Then, resume printing.  
4 . T h e p r in t e r is r e c e iv in g d a t a .  
n
As soon as all of the data has been received, the status LED will  
turn green; then, the printer automatically resumes operation.  
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5 . T h e m e d ia o r r ib b o n is n o t lo a d e d .  
n
Load a roll of media or ribbon, following the instructions in  
“Loading the Media” on page 5 or Loading the Ribbon” on  
page 22. Then, press the feed button to resume printing.  
T h e p r in t h e a d is o p e n .  
n
Close the top cover. Then, press the feed button to resume printing.  
T h e c u t t e r is ja m m e d .  
n
Turn off the printer and remove any jammed labels from the cutter  
unit. Then, turn on the printer to resume printing.  
6 . T h e p r in t e r is p a u s e d .  
n
Press the feed button to resume printing.  
7 . T h e p r in t h e a d is u n d e r t e m p e r a t u r e .  
n
Continue printing while the printhead reaches the correct operating  
temperature.  
n
Printing will stop until the printhead cools to an acceptable printing  
temperature. When it does, the printer will resume operation.  
8 . F LA S H m e m o r y is n o t p r o g r a m m e d .  
n
Return the printer to an authorized reseller.  
P r in t Q u a lit y P r o b le m s  
N o p r in t o n t h e la b e l.  
n
Are the media and ribbon loaded correctly? Follow the instructions in  
Loading the Media” on page 5 and Loading the Ribbon” on page 22.  
T h e p r in t e d im a g e d o e s n o t lo o k r ig h t .  
n
The printhead is dirty. Clean the printhead according to the instructions  
on page 39.  
n
The printhead is under temperature.  
n
Adjust the print darkness and/or print speed. Refer to the six-flash  
sequence in “Feed Button Modes” on page 37, and/or the ^PR and ~SD  
commands in the ZPL II Programming Guide.  
n
The media being used is incompatible with the printer. Be sure to use  
the recommended media for your application, and always use  
Zebra-approved labels and tags.  
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T h e r e a r e lo n g t r a c k s o f m is s in g p r in t (b la n k v e r t ic a l  
lin e s ) o n s e v e r a l la b e ls .  
n
The printhead is dirty. Clean the printhead according to the instructions  
on page 39.  
n
The printhead elements are damaged. Replace the printhead (see  
Replacing the Printhead” on page 44).  
T h e p r in t in g d o e s n o t s t a r t a t t h e t o p o f t h e la b e l, o r  
m is p r in t in g o f o n e t o t h r e e la b e ls .  
n
The media may not be threaded under the media guides. Refer to  
“Loading the Media” on page 5.  
n
The printer needs to be calibrated. Refer to “Auto Calibration” on  
page 25.  
n
The correct media sensor may not be activated. Manual calibration  
selects the media sensing method for the labels being used (refer to the  
^MN command in the ZPL II Programming Guide).  
n
Verify that the Label Top (^LT) command is correctly set for your  
application (consult the ZPL II Programming Guide).  
p r in t e r .  
n
Is the printer in pause mode? If so, press the feed button.  
n
If the status LED is on or flashing, refer to What the Status LED is  
Telling You” on page 31.  
n
Make sure the data cable is correctly installed.  
n
A communications problem has occurred. First, make sure that the  
correct communications port on the computer is selected. Next, verify  
that the same handshaking is in use by both the printer and the computer.  
Then, ensure that the baud rates of the printer and the computer match.  
Refer to Communicating with the Printer” on page 29.  
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M a n u a l C a lib r a t io n  
A manual calibration should be performed whenever you are using  
pre-printed labels (or label backing) or if the printer will not correctly auto  
calibrate.  
1. Turn on the printer power.  
2. Remove approximately 6” (152 mm) of labels from a section of  
backing material. Load the media so that only the backing material is  
threaded through the printer and under the printhead.  
3. Use the Media Tracking (^MN) command to select the appropriate  
media type (refer to the ZPL II Programming Guide).  
then twice. Release the feed button.  
5. The printer will set the media sensor for the label backing being used.  
After it is done making this adjustment, the roll will automatically feed  
until a label is positioned at the printhead.  
6. A profile of the media sensor settings (similar to the example in  
Figure 32) will print. Upon completion, the printer will save the new  
settings in memory and the printer is ready for normal operation.  
7. Press the feed button. One entire blank label should feed. If this does  
not happen, try defaulting (refer to the four-flash sequence in Feed  
Button Modes” on page 37) and recalibrating the printer.  
NOTE: Performing a manual calibration disables the auto  
calibration function. To return to auto calibration, default the  
printer (see the four-flash sequence in Feed Button Modes” on  
page 37).  
Figure 32  
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T r o u b le s h o o t in g T e s t s  
P r in t in g a C o n fig u r a t io n La b e l  
To print out a listing of the printer’s current configuration (an example is  
shown in Figure 33), refer to the one-flash sequence in Feed Button  
Modes” on page 37.  
R e c a lib r a t io n  
Recalibrate the printer if it starts to display unusual symptoms, such as  
skipping labels. See “Auto Calibration” on page 25.  
Figure 33  
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R e s e t t in g t h e F a c t o r y D e fa u lt Va lu e s  
Sometimes, resetting the printer to the factory defaults solves some of the  
problems. Follow the four-flash sequence instructions in Feed Button  
Modes” on page 37.  
C o m m u n ic a t io n s D ia g n o s t ic s  
If there is a problem transferring data between the computer and printer, try  
putting the printer in the communications diagnostics mode. The printer  
will print the ASCII characters and their respective hexidecimal values (see  
Figure 34) for any data received from the host computer. To find out how,  
refer to the power off mode procedure in “Feed Button Modes” on page 37.  
Figure 34  
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F e e d B u t t o n M o d e s  
Pow er Off Mode (Communications Diagnostics Mode)  
With the printer power off, press and hold the feed button while you turn on the  
power. The printer prints out a listing of its current configuration (see Figure 33).  
After printing the label, the printer automatically enters a diagnostic mode in which  
received. To exit the diagnostic mode and resume printing, turn off and then turn on  
the printer.  
Pow er On Modes  
With the printer power on and top cover closed, press and hold the feed button for  
several seconds. The green status LED will flash a number of times in sequence.  
The explanation at the right (Action) shows what happens when you release the key  
after the specific number of flashes.  
Flash  
Sequence  
Action  
*
A configuration label prints.  
*
The media sensor calibrates and a media sensor profile prints (see  
**  
Manual Calibration and Figure 32 on page 34).  
To reset the communications parameters: Press and release the feed  
button while the LED flashes. The serial communication parameters  
reset to 9600 baud, 8 bits per character, no parity, 1 stop bit, and  
XON/XOFF.  
*
**  
For autobaud synchronization: Send a ZPL II format to the printer  
while the LED flashes. When the printer and host are synchronized, the  
LED changes to solid green. Note: No labels print during autobaud  
synchronization.  
***  
*
**  
Resets the factory defaults, auto calibrates, and saves settings into  
memory.  
***  
****  
*
**  
***  
****  
*****  
The print width calibrates. While the status LED alternately flashes  
green and yellow, a series of stacking rectangles print on the label.  
When the rectangle prints to the outer edges of the label, press and  
release the feed button. The label width and current communications  
parameters will be saved into memory.  
*
**  
***  
****  
*****  
******  
The print darkness calibrates. A series of nine samples print, starting  
with the lightest and ending with the darkest image. When the desired  
print darkness is achieved, press and release the feed button. The print  
darkness will be saved into memory.  
If the feed button remains pressed after a 7-flash sequence, the printer will ignore the  
button when it is released.  
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M a in t e n a n c e  
C le a n in g  
CAUTION: Use only the cleaning agents indicated. Zebra  
Technologies Corporation will not be responsible for damage  
caused by any other cleaning materials used on this printer.  
If necessary, refer to Figure 2 for part locations.  
Area  
Method  
Interval  
After allowing the printhead to cool for approximately  
one minute, use 70% isopropyl alcohol on a cotton swab  
to clean the print elements from end to end (the print  
elements are located in the thin gray line on the  
printhead). Note: You do not have to turn off the printer  
to do this.  
If print quality has not improved after performing this  
procedure, try cleaning the printhead with  
S ave-a-Printhead cleaning film. This specially coated  
material removes contamination buildup without  
damaging the printhead. Call your authorized reseller for  
more information.  
Printhead  
After every  
five rolls of  
media or  
ribbon  
Manually rotate the platen roller. Clean it thoroughly with  
70% isopropyl alcohol and a cotton swab or lint-free  
cloth.  
Platen roller  
Clean it thoroughly with 70% isopropyl alcohol and a  
cotton swab.  
Peel bar  
Tear bar  
As needed  
As needed  
Clean it thoroughly with 70% isopropyl alcohol and a  
cotton swab.  
Turn the printer pow er off. Use tweezers to remove the  
media. Never use solutions or solvents to clean the  
blade, as blade lubrication and sharpness may be  
effected.  
Cutter  
As needed  
Exterior  
Interior  
Water-dampened cloth  
Brush/air blow  
As needed  
As needed  
Lu b r ic a t io n  
CAUTION! No lubricating agents of any kind should be used  
on this printer! Some commercially available lubricants, if  
used, will damage the finish and the mechanical parts inside  
the printer.  
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8
2
3
4
5
7
6
Figure 35  
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P a r t s Lis t  
Refer to Figure 35.  
Item  
Number  
Part  
Number  
Description  
1
2
Ribbon Detector Sensor Kit (set of 3)  
Printhead Assembly (4”)  
105903-026  
105950-020  
105903-028  
105903-029  
105903-132  
105903-003  
52050M  
Printhead Cable (set of 5)  
3
4
5
6
7
8
Media Gap Sensor Kit (4”) (set of 2)  
Stepper Motor  
Blackline Media Sensor Kit (set of 3)  
Main Logic Board Maintenance Kit  
Feed Switch Assembly (set of 5)  
Peel-Off Sensor Assembly (set of 3)  
Cutter  
105903-015  
105903-039  
105903-073  
Universal Power Supply Assembly (90-264 VAC, 47-63 Hz) 808080-001  
Power Cord, 110V (set of 5)  
105950-038  
105950-039  
105950-040  
105950-041  
52054  
Power Cord, 230V European (set of 5)  
Power Cord, 230V UK (set of 5)  
Power Cord, 230V Australian (set of 5)  
8M FLASH Memory w/Real Time Clock Option Kit  
Users Guide  
Not  
Shown  
52007L  
Quick Reference Guide  
52008L  
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6
1
2
3
5
4
Figure 36  
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Refer to Figure 36.  
Item  
Number  
Part  
Number  
Description  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Print Mechanism Assembly  
105903-131  
105903-049  
105903-050  
105903-019  
105903-051  
105903-065  
105903-053  
105903-022  
105903-080  
105903-082  
105903-079  
Upper Frame w/Ribbon Handler Kit  
Lower Frame Kit  
Rubber Foot Kit (set of 100)  
Option Port Cover (set of 20)  
Media Roll Holder Kit (set of 5)  
4” Notched Ribbon Core  
Battery Pack Adapter Plate  
Ribbon Clutch Assembly  
Printhead Tension Bar  
Not  
Shown  
Hardware Kit  
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R e p la c in g t h e P r in t h e a d  
Refer to Figure 37.  
1. Release the printhead by pulling the printhead release lever toward you.  
2. Lift the printhead until you feel it “lock” into place. Be careful not to  
force the printhead past this position!  
3. Remove the screw that secures the printhead to the upper frame.  
4. Remove the printhead wire harness connector from the receptacle.  
5. Insert the printhead wire harness connector into the receptacle of the  
new printhead. Make sure the connector is fully seated in the  
receptacle.  
6. Correctly position the printhead into the upper frame.  
7. While holding the printhead in place, reinstall the screw that secures  
the printhead to the upper frame.  
Screw  
Upper  
Frame  
Wire  
Harness  
Connector  
Receptacle  
Screw  
Printhead  
Figure 37  
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S p e c ific a t io n s  
NOTE: Printer specifications are subject to change without  
notice.  
P r in t in g S p e c ific a t io n s  
Print Density  
203 dots/inch (8 dots/mm)  
Tear-off and cutter: 1.5” (38 mm), 2” (51 mm), and  
2.5” (64 mm)  
Print Speed (per second)  
Peel-off: 1.5” (38 mm) and 2” (51 mm)  
Print Width  
Print Length  
1.12” to 4.09” (28 mm to 104 mm)  
.005” to 22” (.125 mm to 559 mm) with standard  
memory  
Horizontal: + /- 0.0591” (1.5 mm)  
Vertical: + /- 0.0393” (1 mm)  
Registration Tolerance  
FLASH Memory  
(User Available)  
1 MB  
1 MB  
DRAM Memory  
(User Available)  
R ib b o n S p e c ific a t io n s  
Ribbon Width  
Ribbon Length  
1.3” (33 mm) to 4.3” (109 mm)  
Approximately 3600” (91 m)  
Ribbon Roll (Maximum Outer Diameter) 1.39” (35 mm)  
Inner Diameter  
Outer Diameter  
0.5” (13 mm)  
0.75” (19 mm)  
Notched Core  
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La b e l/T a g S p e c ific a t io n s  
Label/Tag Width  
1.12” to 4.65” (28 mm to 118 mm)  
0.38” to 22” (10 mm to 559 mm) with standard memory  
0.5” (13 mm) to 22” (559 mm) in peel-off mode  
Label/Tag Length  
0.08” to 0.16” (2 mm to 4 mm)  
Recommended: 0.118” (3 mm)  
Interlabel Gap  
Label/Tag Thickness  
.003” to .0075” (.08 mm to .19 mm)  
5” (127 mm)  
Max. Outer  
Label  
Diameter  
Roll  
Size  
Inner Core  
1” (25.4 mm)  
Use Zebra-brand thermal transfer media that is outside  
wound. Media may be reflective (black mark) sensing  
or transmissive sensing, die-cut, notched, or  
continuous.  
ü
ü
For die-cut labels, use only full auto dies.  
ü Notched media must have a 0.5” (13 mm) wide x  
0.094” (2.4 mm) long cutout located in the center of  
the roll. The reflective media black marks must be  
located in the center of the roll.  
Media Requirements  
Minimum Black Mark Dimensions:  
ü Mark width: 0.5” (13 mm) centered and perpendicular  
to the edge of the media.  
ü Mark length: 0.094” (2.4 mm) parallel to the bottom of  
the media.  
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F o n t /B a r C o d e S p e c ific a t io n s  
ü CG Triumvirate Bold Condensed scaleable smooth (0)  
ü Zebra fonts A-H, GS, P-V  
Fonts Available  
ü IBM Code Page 850 International Symbols  
ü Codabar (supports ratios  
of 2:1 to 3:1)  
ü Industrial 2 of 5  
ü Standard 2 of 5  
ü
Code 11  
ü Interleaved 2 of 5  
(supports ratios of 2:1 to  
3:1, Modulus 10 Check  
Digit)  
ü Code 128/USD 8 (supports  
serialization in all subsets  
and UCC Case Codes)  
Bar Codes  
Available (1D)  
ü Code 39 (supports ratios  
of 2:1 to 3:1)  
ü LOGMARS  
ü MSI  
ü Code 93  
ü
Plessey  
EAN 8/J AN 8  
ü
ü POSTNET  
ü EAN 13/J AN 13  
ü EAN 14/UPC-A  
ü UPC-E  
ü UPC/EAN Extensions  
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Rotation Angles  
0°, 90°, 180°, and 270°  
P h y s ic a l/En v ir o n m e n t a l/Ele c t r ic a l  
S p e c ific a t io n s  
Physical Size (L x W x H)  
9.8” x 7.9” x 6.75”  
4 lbs.  
249 mm x 200 mm x 171 mm  
1.81 kg  
Printer  
Weight  
Shipping  
7.5 lbs.  
3.40 kg  
Operation  
40° to 105° F  
-40° to 140° F  
5° to 41° C  
Temperature  
Range  
Storage  
-40° to 60° C  
Operation  
Relative  
10% to 90% (non-condensing)  
5% to 95% (non-condensing)  
Humidity  
Storage  
External 90-264 VAC, 47-63 Hz universal power  
supply. Regional line cords are available.  
Electrical  
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A g e n c y A p p r o v a ls  
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UL 544 Medical Equipment Standard Part 42.5  
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CSA 22.2 No. 950-95 Canadian Safety Standard  
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IEC 950/EN 60950 International Safety Standard  
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FCC Class B  
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UL 1950 Domestic Safety Standard, 3rd Ed.  
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Canadian DOC Class A  
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EN50082-1:1997 International Immunity Standard  
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EN55022 Class B European Electromagnetic Radiation Standard  
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EN61000-3-2, 3 Powerline Disturbance  
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AS/NZS 3548 Australia EMC  
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CE Compliant  
n
EMC Taiwan  
n
CB Scheme Documents  
O p t io n s  
n
Cutter  
n
Black mark (reflective) sensor  
n
Real time clock with 8MB FLASH memory  
External ZebraNetâ (10Base-T)  
n
External ZebraNetâ PrintServer IIä (10Base-T)  
n
For details, call your authorized reseller.  
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S e r ia l (R S -2 3 2 ) C o n n e c t o r T e c h n ic a l  
In fo r m a t io n  
Pin No.  
Description  
Not used  
1
RXD (receive data) input to the printer  
2
3
TXD (transmit data) output from the printer  
DTR (data terminal ready) output from the printer -- controls when  
the host may send data  
4
Chassis ground  
5
6
DSR (data set ready) input to the printer  
RTS (request to send) output from the printer -- always in the  
ACTIVE condition when the printer is turned on  
7
Not used  
8
9
5 V @ 0.75 A fused  
and/or parallel port is not to exceed a total of 0.75 Amps.  
When XON/XOFF handshaking is selected, data flow is controlled  
by the ASCII control codes DC1 (XON) and DC3 (XOFF). The  
DTR control lead will have no effect.  
In t e r c o n n e c t in g t o D T E D e v ic e s  
The printer is configured as data terminal equipment (DTE). To connect the  
printer to other DTE devices (such as the serial port of a personal  
computer), use an RS-232 null modem (crossover) cable.  
Figure 38 shows the required cable connections.  
In t e r c o n n e c t in g t o D C E D e v ic e s  
When the printer is connected via its RS-232 interface to data  
communication equipment (DCE) such as a modem, a STANDARD  
RS-232 (straight-through) interface cable must be used. Figure 39 shows  
the connections required for this cable.  
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Connecting the Printer to a DTE Device  
DB-25S  
Connector  
to DTE Device (PC)  
DB-9P  
Connector  
to Printer  
TXD  
DCD  
2
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
RXD  
3
RXD  
TXD  
DTR  
GND  
DSR  
RTS  
RTS  
4
CTS  
5
DSR  
6
GND  
7
DCD  
8
DTR  
20  
CTS  
22  
DB-9S  
DB-9P  
Connector  
to DTE Device (PC)  
Connector  
to Printer  
DCD  
DCD  
1
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
RXD  
2
RXD  
TXD  
DTR  
GND  
DSR  
RTS  
TXD  
3
DTR  
4
GND  
5
DSR  
6
RTS  
7
CTS  
8
CTS  
9
Figure 38  
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Connecting the Printer to a DCE Device  
DB-25S  
DB-9P  
Connector  
to DCE Device  
Connector  
to Printer  
RXD  
DCD  
2
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
RXD  
TXD  
DTR  
GND  
DSR  
RTS  
CTS  
TXD  
3
CTS  
4
RTS  
5
6
DTR  
GND  
7
DCD  
8
DSR  
20  
22  
DB-9S  
DB-9P  
Connector  
to DCE Device  
Connector  
to Printer  
DCD  
TXD  
DCD  
1
2
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
RXD  
TXD  
DTR  
GND  
DSR  
RXD  
3
DSR  
4
GND  
5
DTR  
6
CTS  
7
RTS  
CTS  
RTS  
8
9
Figure 39  
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P a r a lle l In t e r fa c e T e c h n ic a l In fo r m a t io n  
Pin No.  
Description  
nStrobe/HostClk  
1
Data Bits 1-8  
2-9  
10  
nACK/PtrClk  
Busy/PtrBusy  
PError/ACKDataReq  
Select/Xflag  
11  
12  
13  
nAutoFd/HostBusy  
Not Used  
14  
15  
Ground  
16 & 17  
18  
+ 5V @ 0.75A Fused  
Ground  
19-30  
31  
nInit  
nFault/nDataAvail  
Not Used  
32  
33 & 34  
35  
+ 5V through a 1.8 KW Resistor  
nSelectIn/1284 active  
36  
NOTE: The maximum current available through the serial and/or  
parallel port is not to exceed a total of 0.75 Amps.  
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In d e x  
A
D
Adjustments  
Damage, shipping . . . . . . . . 2  
Darkness, adjusting . . . . . . . 30  
DCE devices, interconnecting . 49  
Defaulting the printer . . . . . . 37  
DTE devices, interconnecting . 49  
Print darkness . . . . . . . . 30  
Print speed . . . . . . . . . 30  
Print width . . . . . . . . . 30  
Agency approvals. . . . . . . . 48  
Auto calibration. . . . . . . . . 25  
Autobaud . . . . . . . . . . . . 29  
F
Factory defaults, resetting . . . 36  
Fanfold media. . . . . . . . . . 20  
Feed button . . . . . . . . . . . 26  
Feed button modes . . . . . . . 37  
C
Calibration  
Auto . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25  
Manual . . . . . . . . . . . 34  
Cleaning  
Cutter . . . . . . . . . . . . 39  
Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . 39  
Interior . . . . . . . . . . . 39  
Peel bar . . . . . . . . . . . 39  
Platen roller . . . . . . . . . 39  
Printhead . . . . . . . . . . 39  
Tear bar . . . . . . . . . . . 39  
Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . 2  
L
Loading the media  
Cutter mode . . . . . . . . . 16  
Fanfold . . . . . . . . . . . 20  
Peel-off mode . . . . . . . . 10  
Tear-off mode . . . . . . . . 5  
Loading the ribbon . . . . . . . 22  
Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . 39  
Communications parameters,  
setting . . . . . . . . . . . 29, 37  
Communications diagnostics . . 36  
Configuration label . . . . . . . 35  
Cutter mode . . . . . . . . . . . 16  
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M
S
Maintenance parts. . . . . . . . 41  
Manual calibration . . . . . . . 34  
Media loading  
Serial connector pinouts . . . . 49  
Set communications (^SC) . . . 29  
Specifications  
Cutter mode . . . . . . . . . 16  
Fanfold . . . . . . . . . . . 20  
Peel-off mode . . . . . . . . 10  
Tear-off mode . . . . . . . . 5  
Font/bar code . . . . . . . . 47  
Label/tag . . . . . . . . . . 46  
Physical/environmental/  
electrical. . . . . . . . . . 47  
Printing . . . . . . . . . . . 45  
Ribbon. . . . . . . . . . . . 45  
Status LED . . . . . . . . . 26, 31  
O
Operator controls . . . . . . . . 26  
Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48  
T
Tear-off mode . . . . . . . . . . 5  
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . 31  
Troubleshooting tests . . . . . . 35  
P
Parallel connector pinouts . . . 52  
Parts list . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41  
Peel-off mode . . . . . . . . . . 10  
Pinouts  
Parallel . . . . . . . . . . . 52  
Serial . . . . . . . . . . . . 49  
Power switch . . . . . . . . . . 26  
Print darkness, adjusting . . 30, 37  
Print speed, adjusting . . . . . . 30  
Print width, adjusting . . . . 30, 37  
Printhead, replacing. . . . . . . 44  
U
Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . 2  
ZPL II Programming Guide . 1, 30  
R
Removing the ribbon . . . . . . 24  
Repair parts . . . . . . . . . . . 41  
Replacing the printhead. . . . . 44  
Reporting damage, shipping . . . 2  
Ribbon  
Loading . . . . . . . . . . . 22  
Removing . . . . . . . . . . 24  
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Zebra Technologies Corporation  
333 Corporate Woods Parkway  
Vernon Hills, Illinois 60061.3109 U.S.A.  
Telephone +1 847.634.6700  
Facsimile +1 847.913.8766  
Zebra Technologies Europe Limited  
Zebra House  
The Valley Centre, Gordon Road  
High Wycombe  
Buckinghamshire HP13 6EQ, UK  
Telephone +44 (0)1494 472872  
Facsimile +44 (0)1494 450103  
Customer order #52007L  
Manufacturer part #52007LB  
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