Zebra Technologies Printer PA400 User Manual

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Manufacturer part #52600LB Rev. 1  
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Proprietary Statement  
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use of parties operating and maintaining the equipment described herein. Such proprietary information may not be used, repro-  
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Corporation.  
Product Improvements  
Continuous improvement of products is a policy of Zebra Technologies Corporation. All specifications and signs are subject to  
change without notice.  
FCC Compliance Statement  
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 inter-  
ference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television recep-  
tion, 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 the 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.  
NOTE: This unit was tested with shielded cables on the peripheral devices. Shielded cables must be used with the unit to in-  
sure 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.”  
Canadian DOC Compliance Statement  
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.  
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resulting therefrom.  
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dental damages, the above limitation may not apply to you.  
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I have determined that the Zebra printers identified as the  
Zebra® Portable Line™  
PA400 and PT400  
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.  
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Contents  
Introduction  
Hello! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1  
Unpacking and Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1  
Reporting Damage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1  
Getting Ready to Print  
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3  
Installing the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3  
Charging the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4  
Loading the Media. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5  
Tear-Off Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5  
Peel-Off Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10  
Fanfold Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13  
Loading the Ribbon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16  
Operator Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18  
Power Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18  
Feed Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18  
Indicator LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19  
Power LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19  
Error LED. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19  
Battery Charging LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19  
Printing a Test Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20  
Connecting the Printer and Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20  
Communicating with the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22  
Setting the Communication Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22  
Setting Up the Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22  
Adjusting the Print Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22  
Adjusting the Print Darkness. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22  
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Adjusting the Printhead Pressure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23  
Adjusting the Strap. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24  
Hand/Shoulder Strap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24  
Adjustable Shoulder Strap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26  
Calibration  
Auto Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27  
Manual Calibration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28  
Preventive Maintenance  
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29  
Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30  
Extending Battery Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30  
Battery Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31  
Troubleshooting  
Help! The LEDs are On/Off/Flashing! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33  
Print Quality Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35  
Troubleshooting Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37  
Printing a Configuration Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37  
Recalibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37  
Resetting the Factory Default Values. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37  
Communications Diagnostics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37  
Feed Button Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39  
Specifications  
Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41  
Ribbon Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41  
Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42  
Memory/Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42  
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Font/Bar Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43  
Physical/Environmental/Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43  
Agency Approvals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44  
Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44  
Adapter Cable Pinouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45  
RJ45 Connector Pin Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45  
Null Modem Cable Pinouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46  
Index  
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Introduction  
Hello!  
Thank you for choosing our Zebra Portable Printer. Don’t let its size fool  
you - this rugged little printer is sure to become a productive and efficient  
addition to your workplace. And it’s no wonder, because it’s made by  
Zebra Technologies Corporation - your number one source for bar code  
printers, software, and supplies!  
This user’s guide gives you all the information you’ll need to operate the  
printer.  
To create and print label formats, take a look at the ZPL II Programming  
Guide (part #46530L) for information about Zebra’s label design  
programming language, better known as “ZPL II.” If one was not  
ordered with your printer, simply call your reseller or Zebra  
Technologies Corporation or visit the Zebra web site. If you’d like to  
use a different label preparation software, contact your reseller or Zebra  
for advice and information.  
The PA400/PT400 Maintenance Manual (part #505142L) contains all  
the information you’ll need to properly maintain the printer.  
Unpacking and Inspection  
Inspect the printer for possible shipping damage:  
Check all exterior surfaces for damage.  
Raise the media access door (refer to “Loading the Media” in Getting  
Ready to Print) and inspect the media compartment for damage.  
In case shipping is required, save the carton and all packing material.  
Reporting Damage  
If you discover shipping damage:  
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.  
Keep the carton and all packing material for inspection.  
Notify your authorized Zebra reseller.  
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1 Top Cover  
Error LED  
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Power LED  
Printhead Pressure Adjuster  
Power Button  
Feed Button  
7 Ribbon Cartridge  
Printhead  
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Platen Roller  
Media Guides  
Media Hangers  
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Media Access Door  
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Battery Compartment  
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Media Compartment  
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Strap  
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Communications Port  
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Battery Charging Receptacle  
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Battery Charging LED  
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Charging Station Connector  
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Peel Bar  
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Figure 1  
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Getting Ready to Print  
Battery  
Installing the Battery  
NOTE: Batteries are shipped uncharged.  
1. Slide up the battery compartment door.  
2. Insert the battery into the printer as shown in Figure 2, with the  
silver-colored battery contacts facing up.  
3. After the battery is completely inserted, slide down the battery  
compartment door.  
When the battery is first installed, the Power and Error LEDs will light for  
approximately two seconds and then go off. If these lights do not go on, the  
battery is not fully charged (see “Charging the Battery”).  
Battery  
Compartment  
Door  
Silver-colored  
Battery  
Contacts  
Battery  
Figure 2  
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Charging the Battery  
Refer to Figure 3 (your battery charger may look slightly different than the  
ones illustrated).  
If you are using a 120 VAC battery charger:  
1. With the battery installed in the printer, insert the connector of the  
battery charger into the receptacle on the side of the printer.  
2. Plug the battery charger into an appropriate 120 VAC electrical outlet.  
3. The battery charging LED will briefly flash and then stay on. When  
the battery is fully charged (approximately one hour for the standard  
battery; two hours for the extended life battery), the light will go off.  
4. You may either remove the battery charger from the printer or leave it  
connected for a continuous maintenance charge.  
If you are using a universal battery charger:  
1. With the battery installed in the printer, insert the connector of the  
battery charger into the receptacle on the side of the printer.  
2. Make sure the supplied power cord is inserted in the battery charger.  
3. Plug the other end of the cord into an appropriate AC electrical outlet.  
Power  
Cord Plug  
Varies by  
Country  
120 VAC  
Charger  
Universal  
Charger  
Figure 3  
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4. The battery charging LED will briefly flash and then stay on. When  
the battery is fully charged (approximately one hour for the standard  
battery; two hours for the extended life battery), the light will go off.  
5. You may either remove the battery charger from the printer or leave it  
connected for a continuous maintenance charge.  
Loading the Media  
You can operate this printer in one of two different modes: Tear-Off or  
Peel-Off. Tear-Off mode allows you to tear off each label (or a strip of  
labels) after it is printed. In Peel-Off mode, the backing material is peeled  
away from the label as it is printed. After you remove this label, the next  
one is printed.  
Tear-Off Mode  
NOTE: If ribbon is loaded (PT400 only), remove the ribbon  
cartridge before loading the media.  
1. Refer to Figure 4. Raise the media access door by lifting at the notch  
until it unhooks from the top cover.  
Top Cover  
Notch  
Media  
Access  
Door  
Figure 4  
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2. Refer to Figure 5. Swing the media access door open to expose the  
media compartment.  
3. Pivot the top cover to reveal the printhead.  
4. Lift the printhead until you feel it “lock” into place. Be careful not to  
force the printhead past this position!  
WARNING: NEVER touch the thermal print elements on the  
underside of the printhead. Under certain conditions, they  
can be very hot! Also, dirt or moisture from your hands can  
damage the printhead!  
Media  
Compartment  
Printhead  
Media  
Guides  
Media  
Hangers  
Figure 5  
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5. Refer to Figures 5 and 6. Thread the media into the printer until it  
extends approximately 1” (25.4 mm) past the printhead.  
6. Separate and hold open the media hangers.  
7. Place the media roll onto the media hangers, making sure it is tightly  
wound.  
8. Release the media hangers so the media locks into the correct position.  
Make sure the media is threaded under both media guides.  
Media  
Guides  
1“ Past Printhead  
Media  
Hangers  
Unwind this direction  
Media  
Roll  
Figure 6  
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9. Refer to Figure 7. If it’s not already in place, install the tear bar in the  
media access door. Gently lift the tab on the bar to move it over the  
protrusion on the door. Make sure the lip of the bar (inset, Figure 7)  
faces out of the printer.  
If you’re using direct thermal media, continue on with step 10.  
However, if you’re using thermal transfer media, you must also install  
a ribbon cartridge. Proceed to “Loading the Ribbon” in this chapter.  
10. Close the printhead and the top cover.  
Tab  
Protrusion  
Lip  
Figure 7  
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11. Swing up the media access door, ensuring that the media extends over  
the tear bar (refer to Figure 8).  
12. Lift to hook the top of the media access door over the top cover.  
13. Push in the bottom of the media access door to close.  
14. Turn on the printer or press the Feed button if the printer is already on.  
Tear Bar  
Figure 8  
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Peel-Off Mode  
NOTES: Your authorized Zebra reseller can recommend the  
correct ribbon and peel-off media for your application.  
If ribbon is loaded (PT400 only), remove the ribbon cartridge  
before loading the media.  
1. Refer to Figure 4. Raise the media access door by lifting at the notch  
until it unhooks from the top cover.  
2. Refer to Figure 5. Swing the media access door open to expose the  
media compartment.  
3. Pivot the top cover to reveal the printhead.  
4. Lift the printhead until you feel it “lock” into place. Use caution not to  
force the printhead past this position!  
WARNING: NEVER touch the thermal print elements on the  
underside of the printhead. Under certain conditions, they  
can be very hot! Also, dirt or moisture from your hands can  
damage the printhead!  
5. Refer to Figures 5 and 6. Remove approximately 6” (152.4 mm) of  
labels from the media roll. Then, thread the media into the printer until  
it extends approximately 1” (25.4 mm) past the printhead.  
6. Separate and hold open the media hangers.  
7. Place the media roll onto the media hangers, making sure it is tightly  
wound.  
8. Release the media hangers to lock the media into the correct position.  
Ensure that the media is threaded under both media guides.  
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9. The tear bar should not be installed in the printer. If it is, gently lift the  
tab on the bar to get it over the protrusion on the door (reverse the  
procedure shown in Figure 7). Then, pull the bar out of the printer.  
NOTE: When not in use, the tear bar may be stored on the inside  
of the media access door. Refer to Figure 9. With the lip of the bar  
facing the inside of the door, simply align the notches of the bar  
with the tabs on the door. Press and slide the bar toward the  
door’s hinged end.  
If you’re using direct thermal media, continue on with step 10.  
However, if you’re using thermal transfer media, you must also install  
a ribbon cartridge. Proceed to “Loading the Ribbon” in this chapter.  
Door  
Tab  
Door  
Tab  
Tear Bar  
Notch  
Tear Bar  
Notch  
Figure 9  
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10. Close the printhead and the top cover.  
11. Swing up the media access door, ensuring that the media liner is  
threaded through the wide slot in the media access door (refer to  
Figure 10).  
12. Lift to hook the top of the media access door over the top cover.  
13. Push in the bottom of the media access door to close.  
14. Turn on the printer or press the Feed button if the printer is already on.  
NOTES: To ensure optimal print quality, make sure that the  
backing material is flush against the peel bar (as shown in  
Figure 10). If it starts to “loop” away from the peel bar, gently  
pull down on the backing material.  
With certain types of media, it may be necessary to reduce the  
print speed to 1.5” (38.1 mm) per second to produce consistent  
peel operation. Consult your authorized Zebra reseller for advice  
and information.  
Label  
Backing  
Material  
Wide Slot  
Figure 10  
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Fanfold Media (optional vibration mount required)  
NOTE: If ribbon is loaded (PT400 only), remove the ribbon  
cartridge before loading the media.  
1. Raise the media access door by lifting at the notch until it unhooks  
from the top cover (refer to Figure 4).  
2. Swing the media access door open to expose the media compartment  
(refer to Figure 5).  
3. Pivot the top cover to reveal the printhead.  
4. Lift the printhead until you feel it “lock” into place. Be careful not to  
force the printhead past this position!  
WARNING: NEVER touch the thermal print elements on the  
underside of the printhead. Under certain conditions, they  
can be very hot! Also, dirt or moisture from your hands can  
damage the printhead!  
5. Separate and hold open the media hangers (refer to Figure 11).  
6. Place the plastic media core (refer to Figure 11) onto the media  
hangers.  
Media  
Guides  
Media  
Hangers  
Plastic  
Media  
Core  
Figure 11  
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NOTE: The plastic media core can be obtained from an  
authorized Zebra supplies reseller.  
7. Release the media hangers so the plastic media core locks into the  
correct position.  
8. Place the fanfold media in the fanfold media tray.  
9. Swing up the media access door. Thread the fanfold media through the  
slot beneath the notch on the media access door (refer to Figure 12).  
10. Swing open the media access door. Continue to insert the media into  
the printer and under the plastic media core until it appears beneath the  
printhead. Make sure the media is threaded under both media guides.  
If you’re using direct thermal media, continue on with step 11.  
However, if you’re using thermal transfer media, you must also install  
a ribbon cartridge. Proceed to “Loading the Ribbon” in this chapter.  
11. Swing up the media access door, ensuring that the media extends over  
the tear bar (refer to Figure 13).  
12. Lift to hook the top of the media access door over the top cover.  
13. Push in the bottom of the media access door to close.  
14. Turn on the printer or press the Feed button if the printer is already on.  
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Notch  
Fanfold  
Media  
Slot  
Figure 12  
Media  
Figure 13  
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Loading the Ribbon (PT400 only)  
1. If the printhead is not already open, lift it until you feel it “lock” into  
place.  
WARNING: NEVER touch the thermal print elements on the  
underside of the printhead. Under certain conditions, they  
can be very hot! Also, dirt or moisture from your hands can  
damage the printhead!  
2. Hold the ribbon cartridge as shown in Figure 14. The placement  
arrows should be visible and pointing toward the back of the printer.  
3. Align the lower protrusions on both sides of the ribbon cartridge with  
the channels in the left and right frames (refer to Figure 14).  
4. Slide the ribbon cartridge past the printhead (refer to Figure 15). It will  
automatically move into the correct operating position.  
5. Close the printhead (refer to Figure 16) and the top cover. Swing up  
the media access door, ensuring that the media is properly extending  
out of the printer (see Figure 8 for Tear-Off, or Figure 10 for Peel-Off).  
6. Lift to hook the top of the media access door over the top cover. Push  
in the bottom of the media access door to close.  
7. Turn on the printer or press the Feed button if the printer is already on.  
Channel  
Printhead  
Arrows  
Ribbon  
Cartridge  
Lower  
Protrusion  
Figure 14  
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To remove the ribbon cartridge, simply lift the printhead and pull the ribbon  
cartridge from the printer.  
Printhead  
Ribbon  
Cartridge  
Figure 15  
Close  
Printhead  
Ribbon  
Figure 16  
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Operator Controls  
Refer to Figure 17.  
Power Button  
Press to turn on the printer.  
To turn off the printer, press and hold until the Power LED flashes once.  
(Holding the button for approximately two seconds acts as a safeguard.  
That way, no data will be lost if the button is accidentally pressed or  
bumped.)  
CAUTION: The power should be turned off before connecting  
or disconnecting the communications cable.  
Feed Button  
Forces the printer to feed one blank label.  
Takes the printer out of a “pause” condition. (The printer is put into  
“pause” by either a software command or an error condition.) See  
Troubleshooting.  
Used for printer setup and status (see “Feed Button Modes” in  
Troubleshooting).  
Feed  
Button  
Error  
LED  
Power  
LED  
Power  
Button  
Figure 17  
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Indicator LEDs  
Refer to Figures 17 and 18.  
Power LED (Green)  
“On” during normal printer operation.  
Functions as a printer operational/battery status indicator (see “Help!  
The LEDs are On/Off/Flashing!” in Troubleshooting).  
Error LED (Orange)  
“Off” during normal printer operation.  
Functions as a printer operational status indicator (see “Help! The LEDs  
are On/Off/Flashing!” in Troubleshooting).  
Battery Charging LED (Yellow)  
Functions as a battery charging status indicator.  
“On” while the battery is fast charging.  
“Flashing” when the printer is preparing the battery for fast charging or  
the battery overheats while charging.  
“Off” if the battery is fully charged or the battery charger is not plugged  
in.  
Receptacle  
Battery Charging LED  
Figure 18  
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Printing a Test Label  
Before you connect the printer to your computer or portable data terminal,  
make sure that the printer is in proper working order. You can do this by  
printing a configuration label (refer to “Feed Button Modes” in  
Troubleshooting). If you can’t get this label to print, refer to  
Troubleshooting.  
Connecting the Printer and Computer  
CAUTION: The power should be turned off before connecting  
or disconnecting the communications cable.  
This printer is configured as Data Terminal Equipment (DTE). There are  
two types of cables available for the printer.  
The straight through printer adapter cable connects to a null modem cable,  
which connects to the computer or a portable data terminal (PDT). Consult  
your computer/PDT reseller for the appropriate DB-9 null modem cable for  
your device.  
Refer to Figure 19.  
1. Plug the null modem cable into the serial data port of the computer.  
2. Plug the other end of the null modem cable into the connector of the  
printer adapter cable.  
NOTE: The adapter cable maintains interface compatability with  
the full line of Zebra printers.  
3. Plug the adapter cable into the printer’s communications port (see  
Figure 1).  
Null modem cables are also available for many popular portable data  
terminal models. Consult your authorized Zebra reseller for available data  
cables.  
Refer to Figure 20.  
1. Turn off the portable data terminal and the printer.  
2. Plug the communications cable into the communications port of both  
the portable data terminal and the printer. A ferrite is built into the  
cable near the connector that plugs into the printer.  
3. Turn on the portable data terminal and the printer.  
For pinout and cabling information, refer to Specifications.  
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Computer  
Communications  
Ports  
Adapter  
Cable  
10101  
10101  
10101  
10101  
Null Modem  
Cable  
Figure 19  
Ferrite  
Communications  
Cable  
Figure 20  
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Communicating with the Printer  
Setting the Communication Parameters  
When using the printer’s serial port to transfer data, you will need to make  
sure that the printer and the computer have identical communication  
parameter settings. To initialize the communication parameters for the  
printer:  
Press and hold the Feed button until the Error LED flashes once, then  
twice, then three times. Release the button. The baud rate for the  
printer will be reset to 9600 baud, 8 bits per character, no parity, and 1  
stop bit using software handshaking (XON/XOFF). Then, set the  
communication parameters on your computer to match this.  
Some computer programs use different settings than the default modes  
(for example, computers operating in MS-DOS use hardware  
handshaking instead of XON/XOFF). To use different settings than the  
defaults and save these settings permanently, refer to your label  
preparation software user’s manual.  
Setting Up the Software  
In order to create labels, you must decide whether you will use ZPL II or a  
commercial label preparation system. To use ZPL II, refer to the ZPL II  
Programming Guide. If you choose to use a label preparation system,  
follow the installation instructions included in the package.  
Adjusting the Print Width  
Print width must be calibrated when you are using the printer for the first  
time and whenever there is a change in the width of the media you are  
using. Print width can be set via the software (consult your label  
preparation software user’s manual) or refer to “Feed Button Modes” in  
Troubleshooting.  
Adjusting the Print Darkness  
The relative darkness setting is software controlled. Follow the instructions  
in your label preparation software user’s manual.  
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Adjusting the Printhead Pressure  
Adjust printhead pressure if print darkness is inconsistent across the label.  
NOTE: In general, use a higher setting for wide labels and a  
lower setting for narrow labels.  
There are four printhead pressure settings (see Figure 21). Depending on  
whether you want to increase or decrease the printhead pressure, slide the  
printhead pressure adjuster toward the back or front of the printer. Then,  
print another test label. Repeat this procedure until you achieve the desired  
results.  
WARNING: NEVER tighten or loosen the two screws that  
secure the printhead to the bracket! They are not used to  
adjust printhead pressure!  
Printhead Pressure Adjuster  
Screws  
Securing  
Highest  
Pressure  
Setting  
Lowest  
Pressure  
Setting  
Printhead  
to the  
Bracket  
Figure 21  
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Adjusting the Strap  
Hand/Shoulder Strap  
To lengthen the strap:  
Refer to Figure 22.  
1. With the printer in front of you, unwrap the padded handle by lifting up  
the loose end of the handle.  
2. Unlatch the buckle by squeezing both sides of the fastener.  
3. Let the loose end of the strap fall to the side.  
4. Pull up the handle.  
1
4
Handle  
2
(Pull Up)  
Fastener  
Buckle  
3
Figure 22  
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To shorten the strap:  
Refer to Figure 23.  
1. Pull the buckle until the strap is taut.  
2. Latch by inserting the fastener into the buckle.  
3. Wrap and secure the padded handle around the strap.  
2
3
Handle  
Buckle  
Fastener  
2
1
Figure 23  
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Adjustable Shoulder Strap  
Refer to Figure 24.  
Slide the two buckles toward either the printer or shoulder pad until you  
achieve the desired length.  
Grip  
Buckle  
Here  
Shoulder  
Pad  
Pull Strap  
Here to  
Lengthen  
Pull Strap  
Here to  
Shorten  
Figure 24  
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Calibration  
Auto Calibration  
NOTE: The printer will not auto calibrate when you are using  
pre-printed labels or pre-printed label backing. If you are using  
this type of media, see “Manual Calibration.”  
By default, this printer automatically sets the sensor levels for, and  
determines the length of, the label you are using. To auto calibrate:  
1. Load the media according to the instructions in “Loading the Media” in  
Getting Ready to Print.  
2. Turn on the printer or press the Feed button if the printer is already on.  
3. Some blank labels will feed, completing auto calibration.  
4. If the Error LED begins flashing, refer to “Manual Calibration.”  
Hints:  
Auto calibration only works when you are using non-continuous media  
(a gap, notch, or black mark separates each label).  
When auto calibration is selected, it occurs when the printer is turned on  
(if the printhead has been opened), whenever an error is cleared, or if the  
battery (or other power source) has been removed.  
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Manual Calibration  
A manual calibration should be performed whenever you are using  
pre-printed labels (or label backing) or if the printer will not auto calibrate.  
1. Turn on the printer power.  
2. Remove 4-6” (102-152 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. Press and hold the Feed button until the Error LED flashes once, then  
twice. Release the button.  
4. The printer will set the media sensor for the label backing you are  
using. After it is done making this adjustment, the roll will  
automatically feed until a label is positioned at the printhead.  
5. A profile of the media sensor settings will print (similar to the example  
in Figure 25). Upon completion, the printer will save the new settings  
in memory and the printer is ready for normal operation.  
6. Press the Feed button. One entire blank label should feed. If this  
doesn’t happen, try defaulting (refer to “Feed Button Modes” in  
Troubleshooting) and recalibrating the printer.  
NOTE: Performing a manual calibration disables the auto  
calibration function. To return to auto calibration, either default  
the printer (see “Feed Button Modes” in Troubleshooting) or  
refer to your label preparation software user’s manual.  
NOTE: When using non-continuous media, set the appropriate  
software command (see your label preparation software user’s  
manual) before you perform a manual calibration.  
Figure 25  
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Preventive Maintenance  
WARNING: To avoid possible personal injury or damage to  
the printer, never insert any pointed or sharp objects into the  
printer.  
Cleaning  
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.  
Area  
Method  
Interval  
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.  
Printhead  
(Figure 1)  
If print quality has not improved after  
performing this procedure, try cleaning the  
printhead with Save-a-Printhead cleaning film.  
This specially coated material removes  
contamination buildup without damaging the  
printhead. Call your authorized Zebra reseller  
for more information.  
After every  
five rolls of  
media or  
three ribbon  
cartridges  
(or more  
With the printer turned off, rotate the platen  
roller and clean it thoroughly with 70%  
isopropyl alcohol and a cotton swab or  
lint-free cloth.  
often, if  
needed)  
Platen roller  
(Figure 1)  
With the printer power turned off and battery  
removed, press down on the top of the  
printhead. Then, clean the area beneath the  
screw with 70% isopropyl alcohol and a  
cotton swab. Caution: Do not turn the screw.  
Head open  
sensor plate  
(Figure 26)  
Peel bar  
(Figure 1)  
Clean it thoroughly with 70% isopropyl  
alcohol and a cotton swab.  
As needed  
As needed  
Tear bar  
(Figure 8)  
Clean it thoroughly with 70% isopropyl  
alcohol and a cotton swab.  
Exterior  
Interior  
Water-dampened cloth  
Brush/air blow  
As needed  
As needed  
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PRESS  
DOWN  
Head Open Sensor Plate  
Clean under screw  
Figure 26  
Lubrication  
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.  
Extending Battery Life  
Never expose the battery to direct sunlight or temperatures over 104° F  
(40° C).  
Choose the media or ribbon that is easiest to “burn.” An authorized  
Zebra reseller can help you determine this.  
Make sure you’re using the optimal ribbon/media combination for your  
application. An authorized Zebra reseller can help you determine this.  
If you print the same text or graphic on every label, consider using a  
pre-printed label.  
Choose the correct print darkness, print speed, and printhead pressure  
for your media and ribbon.  
Use software handshaking (XON/XOFF) whenever possible.  
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Select Tear-Off mode whenever possible (Peel-Off mode uses more  
power).  
Pull the battery out of the printer if the printer won’t be used for a day or  
more and you’re not performing a maintenance charge.  
Completely discharge the battery before recharging. Wait until you get  
a “battery under voltage - level 1” indication (Error LED off and Power  
LED flashing) before you recharge.  
Consider purchasing an extended life battery, which offers double the  
life of a standard battery.  
Battery Disposal  
The EPA certified RBRC Battery Recycling Seal on the nickel-cadmium  
(Ni-Cd) battery indicates Zebra Technologies Corporation is voluntarily  
participating in an industry program to collect and recycle these batteries at  
the end of their useful life, when taken out of service in the United States or  
Canada. The RBRC program provides a convenient alternative to placing  
used Ni-Cd batteries into the trash or the municipal waste stream, which  
may be illegal in your area. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for  
information on Ni-Cd battery recycling and disposal bans/restrictions in  
your area. Zebra Technologies Corporation’s involvement in this program  
is part of our commitment to preserving our environment and conserving  
our natural resources.  
Outside North America, please follow local battery recycling guidelines.  
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Troubleshooting  
Try as you may, you can’t seem to get the label to look right. Or, the LEDs  
are on or flashing when they’re normally off. This is the section of the  
User’s Guide that can help you solve your printer’s problems! If, after  
reading this section, you’re still having difficulty getting your printer to  
print, contact a qualified Zebra service technician.  
Help! The LEDs are On/Off/Flashing!  
Error LED  
(Orange)  
Power LED  
(Green)  
Printer  
Status  
For a Resolution,  
Refer to:  
Off  
Off  
On  
Off  
Stopped  
Paused  
On  
1
Flashing  
2
Double Flashing  
On  
3
On  
On  
Off  
Off  
On  
4
On  
Stopped  
On  
5
6
Flashing  
Flashing  
Stopped  
Needs Service  
Various  
On  
7
Alternate Flashing  
Simultaneous Flashing  
8
2 and 6  
4 and 6  
5 and 6  
3 and 7  
On  
Flashing  
Flashing  
Flashing  
On  
Various  
Yes  
Double Flashing  
Resolutions:  
1. The printer is not receiving power.  
Have you turned on the printer power?  
Ensure that the battery is fully charged. Follow the instructions in  
“Charging the Battery” in Getting Ready to Print.  
Make sure the battery is properly installed. Refer to “Installing the  
Battery” in Getting Ready to Print.  
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2. The printhead is open.  
Close the top cover and media access door. Then, press the Feed button  
to resume printing.  
The media is out.  
Load a roll of media, following the instructions in “Loading the Media”  
in Getting Ready to Print. Then, press the Feed button to resume  
priting.  
The ribbon is out (PT400 only).  
Load the ribbon, following the instructions in “Loading the Ribbon” in  
Getting Ready to Print. Then, press the Feed button to resume printing.  
The head open sensor plate is dirty.  
Clean the head open sensor plate according to the instructions in  
Preventive Maintenance.  
3. The printer is paused.  
Press the Feed button to resume printing.  
4. The printhead is under temperature.  
Continue printing while the printhead reaches the correct operating  
temperature.  
5. The printhead is over temperature.  
Printing automatically stops until the printhead cools to an acceptable  
printing temperature; then, the printer automatically resumes operation.  
The battery is over temperature.  
Printing automatically stops until the printer and battery cool to an  
acceptable operating temperature; then, the printer automatically  
resumes operation.  
6. The battery is under voltage (level 1).  
Wait until the current label finishes printing, then plug the battery  
charger into the printer (you don’t have to turn off the printer to do this).  
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7. The battery is under voltage (level 2).  
The battery may not have enough power to print the next label and can  
reset the printer, losing formats in the printer. Plug the battery charger  
into the printer (you don’t have to turn off the printer to do this). After  
the battery is charged, press the Feed button.  
8. FLASH memory is not programmed.  
Return the printer to an authorized Zebra reseller.  
Print Quality Problems  
No print on the label.  
If you aren’t using ribbon, make sure the correct media (direct thermal)  
is loaded. Try this: Quickly rub your nail or a blunt object over the  
label surface. If it doesn’t produce dark marks, the wrong media  
(thermal transfer) is loaded.  
Are the media and ribbon loaded correctly? Follow the instructions in  
“Loading the Media” and “Loading the Ribbon” in Getting Ready to  
Print.  
You may be trying to use the printer outside of its environmental limits.  
The correct operating temperature range for this printer is between 32° F  
and 104° F (0° to 40° C).  
The printed image doesn’t look right.  
The printhead is dirty. Clean the printhead according to the instructions  
in Preventive Maintenance.  
Printhead pressure needs to be adjusted. Follow the steps in “Adjusting  
the Printhead Pressure” in Getting Ready to Print.  
The print darkness needs to be adjusted. See “Adjusting the Print  
Darkness” in Getting Ready to Print.  
The print mode may be incompatible with the media you are using. If  
your printer is set for thermal transfer mode, you must use thermal  
transfer, rather than direct thermal, media and a ribbon cartridge.  
The media being used is incompatible with the printer. Be sure to use  
the Zebra-recommended media for your application.  
Battery voltage is low. See “Charging the Battery” in Getting Ready to  
Print.  
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There are long tracks of missing print (blank vertical lines) on  
several labels.  
The printhead is dirty. Clean the printhead according to the instructions  
in Preventive Maintenance.  
The printhead elements are damaged. Call a qualified service technician  
to replace the printhead.  
Misregistration of labels (the printing does not start at the top of  
the label) and misprinting of 1 to 3 labels.  
The media may not be threaded under the media guides. Refer to  
“Loading the Media” in Getting Ready to Print.  
The printer needs to be calibrated. Refer to Calibration.  
Printhead pressure needs to be adjusted. Follow the instructions in  
“Adjusting the Printhead Pressure” in Getting Ready to Print.  
The correct media sensor may not be activated. In manual calibration,  
select the media sensing method for the labels you are using (refer to  
your label preparation software user’s manual).  
A label format was sent to, but not recognized by, the printer.  
Is the printer in pause mode? If so, press the Feed button.  
If the LEDs are on or flashing, refer to “Help! The LEDs are  
On/Off/Flashing!” in Troubleshooting.  
Make sure the data cable is installed correctly. Also, make sure you are  
using a null modem cable between the printer’s adapter cable and the  
computer (see Figure 19), or the appropriate null modem cable.  
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 communication parameters of the printer and the  
computer match. Refer to “Communicating with the Printer” in Getting  
Ready to Print.  
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Troubleshooting Tests  
Printing a Configuration Label  
To print out a listing of the printer’s current configuration (a sample is  
shown in Figure 27), refer to “Feed Button Modes” in this chapter.  
Recalibration  
Recalibrate the printer if it starts to display unusual symptoms, such as  
skipping labels. See Calibration.  
Resetting the Factory Default Values  
Sometimes, resetting the printer to the factory defaults solves some printer  
problems. Follow the instructions in “Feed Button Modes” in this chapter.  
Communications Diagnostics  
If there’s 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 for  
any data received from the host computer (see Figure 28). To find out how,  
refer to “Feed Button Modes” in this chapter.  
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Figure 27  
Figure 28  
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Feed Button Modes  
Power 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 27).  
After printing the label, the printer will automatically enter a diagnostic mode in  
which the printer prints out a literal representation (see Figure 28) of all data  
subsequently received.  
Power On Modes  
With the printer power on, printhead closed, and Error LED off, press and hold the  
Feed button for several seconds. The Error 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  
Calibration and Figure 25).  
*
**  
***  
The serial communication parameters are reset to 9600 baud, 8 bits per  
character, no parity, 1 stop bit, and XON/XOFF.  
*
**  
Resets the factory defaults, auto calibrates, and saves settings into  
memory.  
***  
****  
*
The print width is calibrating. While the Error LED rapidly flashes, a  
series of stacking rectangles prints 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 communication parameters will be  
saved into memory.  
**  
***  
****  
*****  
If the Feed button is held down for six flashes and quickly released, the printer will  
ignore the button. For additional information, refer to the maintenance manual.  
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Specifications  
NOTE: Printer specifications are subject to change without  
notice.  
Printing Specifications  
Print Density  
Print Width  
Print Speed  
203 dots/inch (8 dots/mm)  
Up to 4.1” (104 mm)  
1.5” or 2” per second (38.1 mm or 50.8 mm per second)  
+/- 0.059” (+/- 1.5 mm)  
Horizontal  
Vertical  
ü +/- 0.0393” (+/- 1.0 mm) on media >2” (50.8 mm) in  
height  
Registration  
Tolerance  
ü +/- 0.1180” (+/- 3.0 mm) on media < 2” (50.8 mm) in  
height unless they are run without backfeed  
Distance from Center Print  
Element to Center of Label  
+/- 0.0393” (+/- 1.0 mm)  
ü Up to 18% black per batch  
ü Up to 60 linear inches of media per batch  
ü Up to four batches per hour  
Maximum Duty Cycle  
Ribbon Cartridge Specifications (PT400)  
Ribbon Width  
4.33” (110 mm)  
.66” (16.8 mm)  
Ribbon Outer Diameter  
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Label Specifications  
Label/Tag Width  
Fanfold Width  
1” to 4.25” (25.4 mm to 108 mm)  
3.5” to 4.25” (89 mm to 108 mm)  
0.5” to 10” (12.7 mm to 254 mm)  
Label/Tag Length  
.08” to .16” (.12” preferred)  
2 mm to 4 mm (3 mm preferred)  
Interlabel Gap  
Label/Tag Thickness  
Max. Outer  
.0030” to .0106” (.076 mm to .269 mm)  
2.1” (53.3 mm)  
Label Roll  
Size  
Diameter  
Inner Core  
1” (25.4 mm)  
ü Use Zebra-brand direct thermal or thermal transfer roll  
media that is outside wound. Media may be reflective  
(black mark) sensing or transmissive sensing, die-cut,  
notched, or continuous.  
ü For die-cut labels, use only full auto dies.  
ü Notched media must have a 0.5” (12.7 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” (12.7 mm) perpendicular to the edge of  
the media.  
ü Mark length: 0.094” (2.4 mm) parallel to the edge of the  
media.  
Memory/Communications Specifications  
ROM Memory  
RAM Memory  
Communications  
8 megabit flash (512 kilobyte x 16 data bit width)  
4 megabit DRAM (256 kilobyte x 16 data bit width)  
RS-232 serial port (RJ45 connector)  
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Font/Bar Code Specifications  
ü CG Triumvirate Bold Condensed scalable smooth  
Fonts Available  
ü Zebra fonts A, B, C, D, E, H, GS  
ü Codabar (supports ratios of ü Industrial 2 of 5  
2:1 to 3:1)  
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)  
1D  
Bar Codes  
Available  
ü LOGMARS  
ü MSI  
ü Code 39 (supports ratios of  
2:1 to 3:1)  
ü Plessey  
ü Code 93  
ü POSTNET  
ü UPC E  
ü EAN 8/JAN 8  
ü EAN 13/JAN 13  
ü EAN 14/UPCA  
ü UPC/EAN Extensions  
ü Codablock  
ü Code 49  
ü MicroPDF417  
ü PDF 417  
2D  
Bar Codes  
Available  
ü Data Matrix  
ü MaxiCode  
ü QRcode  
Rotation Angles  
0°, 90°, 180°, and 270°  
Physical/Environmental/Electrical  
Specifications  
Physical Size (L x W x H)  
Weight (without battery)  
Operating  
2.8” x 9.2” x 7.9”  
3.5 lbs.  
72 mm x 233 mm x 200 mm  
1.6 kg.  
32° to 104° F  
0° to 40° C  
Storage  
Temperature  
(w/battery)  
-22° to 122° F  
-40° to 140° F  
-30° to 50° C  
-40° to 60° C  
Range  
Storage  
(w/o battery)  
Operation  
Relative  
Humidity  
10% to 90% (non-condensing)  
Storage  
5% to 95% (non-condensing)  
External 120 or 230 VAC battery charger, depending on  
which model you order. Additional custom line cords  
may also be available.  
Electrical  
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Agency Approvals  
UL 544 Medical Equipment Standard Part 42.5  
CSA 22.2 number 950 Canadian Safety Standard  
IEC 950/EN 60950 International Safety Standard  
FCC Part 15 Subpart B Class B Electromagnetic Radiation Standard  
UL 1950 Domestic Safety Standard  
Canadian DOC Class A  
SOR/88-475 Canadian Electromagnetic Radiation Standard  
EN50082-1 International Immunity Standard  
EN55022 Class B European Electromagnetic Radiation Standard  
Options  
Hand/shoulder strap  
Adjustable shoulder strap  
Weather-resistant protective case  
Vibration mount, U-arm bracket, and media catch tray  
Standard battery  
Extended life battery  
120 VAC battery charger  
Universal switching battery charger  
Battery eliminator  
Data cables  
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9-Pin D to RJ45 Connection Table  
DB-9S  
Connector to  
Null Modem Cable  
RJ45  
Connector  
to Printer  
UNUSED  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
RXD  
TXD  
DTR  
GND  
DSR  
RTS  
UNUSED  
Adapter Cable Pinouts  
Pin 1  
Pin 8  
RJ45 Connector Pin Identification  
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25-Pin D to 9-Pin D Null Modem Cable  
DB-25S  
Connector  
to P.C.  
DB-9P  
Connector  
to Adapter Cable  
TXD  
DCD  
1
2
3
RXD  
RTS  
CTS  
DSR  
GND  
DCD  
DTR  
RXD  
2
TXD  
3
4
DTR  
4
5
GND  
5
6
DSR  
6
7
RTS  
7
8
20  
CTS  
8
9-Pin D to 9-Pin D Null Modem Cable  
DB-9S  
Connector  
to P.C.  
DB-9P  
Connector  
to Adapter Cable  
DCD  
DCD  
1
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
RXD  
TXD  
DTR  
GND  
DSR  
RTS  
CTS  
RXD  
2
TXD  
3
DTR  
4
GND  
5
DSR  
6
RTS  
7
CTS  
8
Null Modem Cable Pinouts  
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Index  
Communication parameters,  
setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22  
A
Adapter cable . . . . . . . . . . 20  
Adapter cable pinouts. . . . . . 45  
Adjusting the strap . . . . . . . 24  
Adjustments  
Communications diagnostics . . 37  
Configuration label . . . . . . . 37  
D
Print darkness . . . . . . . . 22  
Print width . . . . . . . . . 22  
Printhead pressure. . . . . . 23  
Agency approvals . . . . . . . . 44  
Damage, shipping . . . . . . . . 1  
Darkness, adjusting . . . . . . . 22  
Data Terminal Equipment  
(DTE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20  
Defaulting the printer . . . . . . 39  
B
Battery charging LED. . . . . . 19  
Battery disposal . . . . . . . . . 31  
Battery life, tips . . . . . . . . . 30  
Battery, charging . . . . . . . . . 4  
Battery, installing . . . . . . . . 3  
E
Error LED. . . . . . . . . . 19, 33  
F
Factory defaults, resetting . . . 37  
Fanfold media. . . . . . . . . . 13  
Feed button . . . . . . . . . . . 18  
Feed button modes . . . . . . . 39  
C
Calibration, automatic . . . . . 27  
Calibration, manual . . . . . . . 28  
Cleaning  
H
Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . 29  
Head open sensor plate . . . 29  
Interior . . . . . . . . . . . 29  
Peel bar . . . . . . . . . . . 29  
Platen roller . . . . . . . . . 29  
Printhead . . . . . . . . . . 29  
Tear bar . . . . . . . . . . . 29  
Handshaking . . . . . . . . . . 22  
I
Indicator LEDs . . . . . . . . . 19  
Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . 1  
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L
R
Loading the media  
Reporting damage, shipping . . . 1  
Ribbon loading . . . . . . . . . 16  
Fanfold media . . . . . . . . 13  
Peel-off mode . . . . . . . . 10  
Tear-off mode . . . . . . . . 5  
Loading the ribbon . . . . . . . 16  
Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . 30  
RJ45 connector pin  
identification . . . . . . . . . 45  
S
Software. . . . . . . . . . . . . 22  
Specifications  
M
Font/bar code . . . . . . . . 43  
Label . . . . . . . . . . . . 42  
Memory/communications. . 42  
Maintenance manual . . . . . . . 1  
Media loading  
Fanfold media . . . . . . . . 13  
Peel-off mode . . . . . . . . 10  
Tear-off mode . . . . . . . . 5  
Physical/environmenal/  
electrical. . . . . . . . . . 43  
Printing . . . . . . . . . . . 41  
Ribbon cartridge . . . . . . 41  
Strap, adjusting  
N
Null modem cable. . . . . . . . 20  
Null modem cable pinouts . . . 46  
Hand/shoulder strap. . . . . 24  
Adjustable shoulder strap . . 26  
O
T
Operator controls . . . . . . . . 18  
Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44  
Tear-off mode . . . . . . . . . . 5  
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . 33  
Troubleshooting tests . . . . . . 37  
P
U
Peel-off mode . . . . . . . . . . 10  
Power button . . . . . . . . . . 18  
Power LED . . . . . . . . . 19, 33  
Print darkness, adjusting . . . . 22  
Print width, adjusting . . . . 22, 39  
Printhead pressure, adjusting . . 23  
Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . 1  
Z
ZPL II . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 22  
ZPL II Programming Guide,  
ordering . . . . . . . . . . . . 1  
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