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Hello! .......................................................................................................................1  
Operator Controls...................................................................................................14  
POWER Switch ................................................................................................14  
Front Panel........................................................................................................14  
Configuring the Printer ..........................................................................................15  
Configuring the Software or Printer Driver...........................................................16  
Media and Ribbon Calibration...............................................................................17  
Printing a Test Label..............................................................................................19  
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Rewind Mode (for Printers Without the Cutter Option) .................................. 30  
Ribbon Removal.................................................................................................... 40  
Cleaning................................................................................................................. 63  
Cleaning the Exterior ....................................................................................... 64  
Cleaning the Interior......................................................................................... 64  
Cleaning the Printhead and Platen Roller ........................................................ 64  
Cleaning the Sensors ........................................................................................ 69  
Cleaning the Snap Plate.................................................................................... 69  
Cleaning the Cutter Module ............................................................................. 71  
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LED Error Conditions and Warnings ....................................................................75  
Zebra Programming Language (ZPL II®).............................................................88  
Media Specifications..............................................................................................91  
Power Line Cord Specifications ............................................................................92  
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Printer Interface Technical Information.................................................................93  
RS-232/RS-422/RS-485 Serial Data Port.........................................................93  
Parallel Data Port..............................................................................................97  
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Thank you for purchasing this high-quality Zebra XiIII™-Series printer,  
manufactured by the industry leader in quality, service, and value — Zebra  
Technologies Corporation. For over 25 years, Zebra has provided  
customers with the highest caliber of products and support.  
• This manual provides all of the information you need to operate your  
printer.  
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• The ZPL II Programming Guide Volume I and Volume II (part #  
45540L) shows you how to create the perfect label format for your  
application. These books also explain how, through ZBI™, you can  
extend the power of ZPL II by allowing custom programs to be written  
that operate within the printer and directly interface with bar code  
scanners and keyboard display devices. In addition, the books contain  
information about the enhanced operating system features of your  
printer. There are three ways to obtain these books: on the accessory  
CD-ROM (supplied with the printer), on our web site (www.zebra.com),  
or printed manuals can be ordered from your distributor.  
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• The ZebraNet Networking: PrintServer IIInstallation and Users  
Guide (part # 45537L) explains how you can quickly set up your printer  
on an IP network and experience ZebraLink™, our revolutionary  
real-time connectivity and control solution for Zebra printers (optional  
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ZebraNet PrintServer II required).  
• There is also a maintenance manual for this printer. This manual (part #  
48152L) contains the information you need to maintain your printer.  
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Carefully unpack and inspect the printer for possible damage incurred  
during shipment.  
• Check all exterior surfaces.  
• Raise the media access door and inspect the media compartment.  
In case shipping is required, save the carton and all packing material.  
Contact your authorized Zebra reseller for instructions.  
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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 equipment and will not repair this  
damage under warranty.  
• Keep the carton and all packing material for inspection.  
• Notify your authorized Zebra reseller.  
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If you are not placing the printer into operation immediately, repackage it  
using the original packing materials. The printer may be stored under the  
following conditions:  
• Temperature: –4° to +140° F (–20° to +60° C)  
• Relative humidity: 5% to 85% non-condensing  
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Since print quality is affected by media and ribbon, printing speeds, and  
printer operating modes, it is very important to run tests for your  
applications.  
We STRONGLY RECOMMEND the use of Zebra Technologies  
Corporation-brand supplies for continuous high-quality printing. A wide  
range of paper, polypropylene, polyester, and vinyl stock has been  
specifically engineered to enhance the printing capabilities of the printer  
and to ensure against premature printhead wear.  
• Continuous roll media, fanfold media, or card stock with optional  
perforations and registration holes may be used.  
• Printhead life may be reduced by the abrasion of exposed paper fibers  
when using perforated media.  
• The ribbon MUST be as wide as or wider than the media being used. If  
the ribbon is narrower than the media, areas of the printhead are  
unprotected and subject to premature wear. (When printing in direct  
thermal mode, ribbon is not used and should not be loaded in the  
printer.)  
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NOTE: Depending on how your printer was ordered, a power cord may  
or may not be included. If one is not included, or if the one  
included is not suitable for your requirements, refer to “Power  
Line Cord Specifications” on page 92.  
The power cord connector must be plugged into the mating connector on  
the rear of the printer.  
Make sure that the POWER on/off switch (located at the back of the  
printer) is in the off position before connecting the power cable to an  
electrical outlet.  
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Figure 1 outlines the basic components of your printer. However,  
depending on the options you have selected, your printer may look slightly  
different.  
Figure 1  
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This chapter of the user’s guide is so important that we’ve printed it on a  
different color paper! That way, it is easy for you to find when you must  
calibrate (set up) the printer for your particular application.  
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• To calibrate the printer.  
• To verify that the printer is properly set up by printing a test label.  
NOTE: This procedure must be performed when the printer is first  
installed or when it cannot properly detect the top of the label.  
To calibrate the printer, you must perform the following procedures:  
• Determine the type of media (labels) being used.  
• Choose the print method.  
• Position the media sensors (if necessary).  
Configure the printer and software or driver based on the label being  
used.  
• Perform a media and ribbon calibration.  
• Print a test label.  
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Non-continuous web media (refer to Figure 2) refers to individual labels  
that are separated by a gap, notch, or hole. When you look at the media,  
you can tell where one label ends and the next one begins.  
Figure 2  
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Non-continuous black mark media has black marks printed on the back  
that indicate the start and end of each label (refer to Figure 3).  
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Continuous media (refer to Figure 4) is one uninterrupted roll of material  
that allows the image to be printed anywhere on the label.  
Figure 4  
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• In Tear-Off mode, each label (or a strip of labels) can be torn off after it  
is printed.  
• In Peel-Off mode, backing material is peeled away from the label as it is  
printed. After this label is removed from the printer, the next one is  
printed.  
• In Cutter mode, the printer automatically cuts the label after a specified  
number of labels has been printed.  
• In Rewind mode, the media and backing are rewound onto a core as the  
labels are printed.  
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Figure 5 illustrates one method of media loading. For more detailed  
instructions, as well as information about how to load the different types of  
media and the various printing modes, refer to the instructions that begin  
on page 27.  
Figure 5  
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The correct positioning of the media sensors is important — it can make  
the difference between a perfect label and a call to Technical Support!  
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The web or gap sensor, better known as the “transmissive sensor,” detects  
the gap between labels.  
The transmissive sensor actually consists of two sections: a light source  
(the lower media sensor) and a light sensor (the upper media sensor). The  
media passes between the two.  
The upper media sensor must be positioned:  
• Directly over the hole or notch, or  
• Anywhere along the width of the media if there is a gap between labels.  
NOTE: If you are using continuous media, position the upper media  
sensor over the media so that the printer can detect an  
out-of-paper condition.  
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Refer to Figure 6. (For clarity, not all printer parts are shown.)  
1. Remove the ribbon (if it is installed).  
2. Locate the upper media sensor. The upper media sensor “eye” is  
directly below the adjustment screw head.  
3. Slightly loosen the upper media sensor adjustment screw (use a  
Phillips-head screwdriver).  
4. Using the tip of the screwdriver, slide the upper sensor along the slot  
to the desired position.  
5. Secure the upper media sensor adjustment screw.  
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Position the lower media sensor (refer to Figure 7) by sliding it in its slot  
until it is positioned under the upper media sensor.  
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The black mark sensor is in a fixed position and enabled via the front panel  
(refer to “Configuring the Printer” on page 15 for details).  
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To load the ribbon, refer to Figure 8 (for the 90XiIII, 96XiIII, and 140XiIII)  
and Figure 9 (for the 170XiIII and 220XiIII). For more detailed  
information, refer to the instructions that begin on page 38.  
Figure 8  
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The POWER switch is located at the back of the printer above the power  
cord and fuse. Turn on the printer.  
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The step-by-step instructions in this  
section tell you which keys to press and  
what appears on the liquid crystal display  
(LCD) during the calibration procedure.  
For a more detailed explanation of the  
front panel keys and lights (as shown in  
Figure 10), refer to the instructions that  
begin on page 24.  
Figure 10  
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The configuration procedure in the next table contains the information you  
need to get your printer up and running, but it is not comprehensive. Refer  
to page 41 for more information.  
• Enter the configuration mode by pressing the SETUP/EXIT key at the  
“PRINTER READY” display.  
NOTE: You need to press the NEXT/SAVE key more than once to  
advance to some of the displays.  
• To increase the value, answer “yes,” indicate “on,” or move to the next  
selection, use the RIGHT BLACK OVAL key.  
• To decrease the value, answer “no,” indicate “off,” or return to the  
previous selection, use the LEFT BLACK OVAL key.  
NOTE: When changing parameters, an asterisk (*) in the upper left-hand  
corner of the display indicates that you have changed this setting  
from the setting that is currently stored in memory.  
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NOTE: All steps must be performed in the following procedure, even if  
only one sensor needs to be adjusted.  
1. Press the SETUP/EXIT key.  
2. Press the NEXT/SAVE key until “MEDIA AND RIBBON  
CALIBRATE” displays.  
3. To start the calibration procedure, press the RIGHT BLACK OVAL  
key. “LOAD BACKING CANCEL CONTINUE” displays.  
4. Open the printhead. Remove approximately 8" (200 mm) of labels  
from the media roll, enough so that only the backing material is  
threaded between the media sensors when the media is loaded  
(refer to Figure 11).  
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5. Press the RIGHT BLACK OVAL key. The front panel display shows  
“REMOVE RIBBON CANCEL CONTINUE.”  
6. Either remove the ribbon or slide it as far from the printer frame as  
possible.  
7. Close the printhead, trapping the ribbon in this position.  
8. Press the RIGHT BLACK OVAL key. The front panel shows  
“CALIBRATING PLEASE WAIT.”  
9. When this part of the calibration process is completed, the display  
reads “RELOAD ALL CONTINUE.”  
10. Open the printhead. Pull the backing material until a label is  
positioned between the media sensors.  
11. Either load the ribbon or return the ribbon to its proper position.  
12. Close the printhead. Press the RIGHT BLACK OVAL key to perform  
the next part of the calibration sequence. “MEDIA AND RIBBON  
CALIBRATE” displays. The printer is calibrated when the media  
stops feeding.  
13. Press the SETUP/EXIT key to leave the programming mode. Choose  
“permanent” when SAVE CHANGES displays.  
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To print a test label:  
1. Turn off the printer.  
2. Press and hold the CANCEL key  
while turning on the printer.  
A configuration label prints showing the  
printer’s currently stored parameters  
(similar to the one shown in Figure 12).  
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If you encounter any problems while you are configuring or calibrating the  
printer or printing a test label, refer to Troubleshooting, which starts on  
page 75. Otherwise, refer to Establishing Communication on page 21 to  
set up the communication parameters.  
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The method of interfacing this printer to a data source depends on the  
communication options installed in the printer. The standard interfaces  
are an RS-232/RS-422/RS-485 serial data port and a bi-directional parallel  
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connected to 10Base-T Ethernet networks. In addition, the IBM Twinax  
or IBM Coax option is available for those applications that require them.  
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When communicating via an  
asynchronous serial data port (refer to  
Figure 13), the baud rate, number of data  
and stop bits, parity, and handshaking are  
user selectable. Parity only applies to  
data transmitted by the printer since the  
parity of received data is ignored.  
Figure 13  
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When communicating via the parallel  
port (refer to Figure 14), the  
previously mentioned parameters are  
not considered. Refer to page 51 to  
configure the communication  
selected must be the same as those  
used by the host equipment connected  
to the printer.  
For serial and parallel pinout and  
technical information, refer to  
“Appendix” on page 93.  
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Data cables must be fully shielded 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:  
• Keep data cables as short as possible.  
• Do not bundle the data cables tightly with the power cords.  
• Do not tie the data cables to power wire conduits.  
NOTE: Zebra printers comply with FCC “Rules and Regulations”,  
Part 15, Subpart J, for Class A Equipment, using fully shielded  
6' data cables. Use of longer cables or unshielded cables may  
increase radiated emissions above the Class A limits.  
RS-422 and RS-485 applications should use twisted shielded  
pairs as recommended in the Appendix of the TIA/EIA.-485  
Specification.  
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This section discusses the functions of the various controls and indicators  
on the printer. Become familiar with each of these functions before  
operating the printer.  
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This switch is located at the back of the printer above the power cord and  
fuse. The POWER switch should be turned off before connecting or  
disconnecting any cables.  
External influences, such as lightning storms or noise on the power or data  
cables, may cause erratic printer behavior. Turning the printer’s power off  
and back on may re-establish proper printer operation.  
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The front panel display (as shown in Figure 15) communicates operational  
status and programming modes and parameters.  
Figure 15  
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Key  
Function  
Starts and stops the printing process.  
• If the printer is not printing: no printing can occur.  
• If the printer is printing: printing stops once the current label is complete.  
Press to remove error messages from the display.  
NOTE: Pause mode can also be activated via ZPL II (~PP, ^PP).  
Forces the printer to feed one blank label each time the key is pressed.  
• Printer not printing: one blank label immediately feeds.  
• Printing: one blank label feeds after the current batch of labels is complete.  
NOTE: Equivalent to the Slew to Home Position (~PH, ^PH) ZPL II instruction.  
When in the pause mode, this key cancels print jobs.  
• Print job in queue: press once for each print job to be deleted.  
• Press and hold for several seconds to cancel all print jobs in the printer’s  
memory. The DATA light turns off.  
When in the pause mode, this key calibrates the printer for:  
• Media length.  
• Media type (continuous or non-continuous).  
• Print mode (direct thermal or thermal transfer).  
• Sensor values.  
NOTE: The keys below are used only when configuring the printer. Specific uses of these keys  
are explained in “Configuration”, beginning on page 41.  
• Scrolls back to the previous parameter.  
• Press and hold to quickly go backward through parameter sets.  
• Scrolls forward to the next parameter. (Saves any changes you’ve made in the  
configuration and calibration sequence.)  
• Press and hold to quickly advance through parameter sets.  
Enters and exits the configuration mode.  
These keys change the parameter values. They are used in different ways  
depending on the parameter displayed. Common uses are: to increase/decrease a  
value; answer “yes” or “no”; indicate “on” or “off”; scroll through several choices;  
input the password; or set up the printer for a firmware download.  
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NOTE: If two operating conditions occur simultaneously (for example,  
one that causes a light to be on constantly and one that causes the  
same light to flash), the light flashes.  
Light  
POWER  
Status  
Off  
Indication  
The printer is off or power is not applied.  
The printer is on.  
On  
Off  
Normal operation.  
TAKE LABEL  
ERROR  
Flashing  
(Peel-off mode only.) The label is available. Printing is paused until the  
label is removed.  
Off  
Normal operation — no printer errors.  
Flashing  
A printer error exists. Check the display screen for more information.  
Off  
On  
Normal operation — ribbon (if used) is properly loaded.  
CHECK  
RIBBON  
Printing is paused, the front panel displays a warning message, and the  
PAUSE light is on.  
• If the printer is in direct thermal mode: Ribbon is loaded.  
• If the printer is in thermal transfer mode: No ribbon is loaded.  
Off  
On  
Normal operation — media is properly loaded.  
PAPER OUT  
PAUSE  
No media is under the media sensor. Printing is paused, the display  
shows an error message, and the PAUSE light is on.  
Off  
On  
Normal operation.  
The printer has stopped all printing operations. Either the PAUSE key  
was pressed, a pause command was included in the label format, the  
on-line verifier detected an error, or a printer error was detected. Refer  
to the display screen for more information.  
Off  
Normal operation. No data being received or processed.  
DATA  
On  
Data processing or printing is taking place. No data is being received.  
Flashing  
The printer is receiving data from or sending status information to the  
host computer. Flashing slows when the printer cannot accept more  
data, but returns to normal once data is again being received.  
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NOTE: A calibration must be performed when media and ribbon (if used)  
are first installed in the printer, or when a different type of media  
or ribbon is being used.  
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Refer to Figure 16.  
1. Open the printhead.  
2. Slide the media guide and media supply guide as far from the printer  
frame as possible. Flip down the media supply guide.  
3. Load media as shown.  
4. Flip up the media supply guide. Slide in the media guide and media  
supply guide so they just touch, but don’t restrict, the edge of the roll.  
5. Close the printhead.  
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Refer to Figure 17.  
1. Remove the rewind plate from the front of the printer (if installed).  
Store it on the two mounting screws on the inside of the front panel.  
2. Open the printhead.  
3. Slide the media guide and media supply guide as far from the printer  
frame as possible. Flip down the media supply guide.  
4. Load media as shown.  
5. When loading media, allow approximately 36" (915 mm) of media to  
extend past the tear-off/peel-off bar. Remove all labels from this  
portion to create a leader.  
6. Remove the hook from the rewind spindle. If you are using a core,  
slide it onto the rewind spindle until it is flush against the guide plate.  
7. Wind the label backing around either the 3" (76 mm) core or the  
rewind spindle and reinstall the hook.  
8. Flip up the media supply guide. Slide in the media guide and media  
supply guide so they just touch, but don’t restrict, the edge of the roll.  
Before closing the printhead, make sure:  
• The media is positioned against the inside guides.  
• The media is taut and parallel with itself and the pathway when wound  
onto the rewind spindle/core.  
9. Close the printhead.  
10. To discard the label backing from the rewind spindle, refer to  
“Removing the Label Backing Material” on page 37.  
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NOTE: Rewind option required.  
Refer to Figure 18.  
1. Remove the rewind plate from its storage location in front of the print  
mechanism inside the media compartment.  
2. Invert the rewind plate so that the lip on the attached hook plate points  
down.  
3. Insert the hook plate lip a short distance (½"/13 mm) into the lower  
opening in the side plate.  
4. Align the upper end of the rewind plate with the corresponding  
opening in the side plate. Slide in the rewind plate so that it stops  
against the printer’s main frame.  
5. Open the printhead.  
6. Slide the media guide and media supply guide as far from the printer  
frame as possible. Flip down the media supply guide.  
7. Load media as shown.  
8. When loading media, allow approximately 36" (915 mm) of media to  
extend past the printhead. Remove all labels from this portion to  
create a leader.  
9. Remove the hook from the rewind spindle. If you are using a core,  
slide it onto the rewind spindle until it is flush against the guide plate.  
10. Wind the label backing around either the 3" (76 mm) core or the  
rewind spindle and reinstall the hook.  
11. Flip up the media supply guide. Slide in the media guide and media  
supply guide so they just touch, but don’t restrict, the edge of the roll.  
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Before closing the printhead, make sure:  
• The media is positioned against the inside guides.  
• The media is taut and parallel with itself and the pathway when wound  
onto the rewind spindle/core.  
12. Close the printhead.  
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NOTE: Cutter option required.  
Refer to Figure 19.  
1. Open the printhead.  
2. Slide the media guide and media supply guide as far from the printer  
frame as possible. Flip down the media supply guide.  
3. Load media as shown.  
4. Flip up the media supply guide. Slide in the media guide and media  
supply guide so they just touch, but don’t restrict, the edge of the roll.  
5. Close the printhead.  
6. The printer automatically feeds out and cuts one label when the printer  
is turned on.  
Figure 19  
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NOTE: Cutter and rewind options required.  
Refer to Figure 20.  
1. Remove the rewind plate from its storage location in front of the print  
mechanism inside the media compartment.  
2. Invert the rewind plate so that the lip on the attached hook plate points  
down.  
3. Insert the hook plate lip a short distance (½"/13 mm) into the lower  
opening in the side plate. Slide in the rewind plate so that it stops  
against the printer’s main frame.  
4. Insert the two small tabs on the rewind plate into the corresponding  
slots in the cutter support bracket. (The rewind plate should spring  
into the proper position.)  
5. Open the printhead.  
6. Slide the media guide and media supply guide as far from the printer  
frame as possible. Flip down the media supply guide.  
7. Load media as shown.  
8. When loading media, allow approximately 36" (915 mm) of media to  
extend past the printhead. Remove all labels from this portion to  
create a leader.  
9. Remove the hook from the rewind spindle. If you are using a core,  
slide it onto the rewind spindle until it is flush against the guide plate.  
10. Wind the label backing around either the 3" (76 mm) core or the  
rewind spindle and reinstall the hook.  
11. Flip up the media supply guide. Slide in the media guide and media  
supply guide so they just touch, but not restrict, the edge of the roll.  
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Before closing the printhead, make sure:  
• The media is positioned against the inside guides.  
• The media is taut and parallel with itself and the pathway when wound  
onto the rewind spindle/core.  
12. Close the printhead.  
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NOTE: A calibration must be performed when media and ribbon (if used)  
are first installed in the printer, or when a different type of media  
or ribbon is being used.  
Fanfold media feeds through either the bottom or rear access slot from  
outside the printer.  
Refer to Figure 21 and Figure 22.  
1. Open the printhead.  
2. Slide the media guide as far from the printer frame as possible.  
3. Load media as shown. If in cutter mode, route media through the  
cutter.  
4. Slide in the media guide so it just touches, but doesn’t restrict, the  
edge of the roll.  
5. Close the printhead.  
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Since the rewind spindle holds the backing from a standard-size media  
roll, we recommend that you perform this procedure whenever you change  
the media.  
To remove the backing material from the rewind spindle, follow these  
steps (you don’t need to turn off the printer for this procedure).  
1. Unwind approximately 36" (915 mm) of backing from the rewind  
spindle. Cut it off at the spindle.  
2. Pull out the hook. Slide the backing material off of the rewind spindle  
and discard.  
3. Wind the media around the rewind spindle once or twice and reinstall  
the hook. Continue winding to remove any slack in the media.  
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To load ribbon, refer to Figure 23 (for the 90XiIII, 96XiIII, and 140XiIII)  
and Figure 24 (for the 170XiIII and 220XiIII) and follow the procedure  
below.  
NOTE: Use ribbon that is at least as wide as the media. The smooth  
backing of the ribbon protects the printhead from wear and  
premature failure due to excessive abrasion. (For direct thermal  
print mode, ribbon is not used and should not be loaded in the  
printer.)  
1. Align the segments of the ribbon supply spindle.  
2. Place the ribbon roll on the ribbon supply spindle.  
NOTE: Make sure that the core is pushed up against  
the stop on the ribbon supply spindle and that the ribbon is  
aligned squarely with its core. If this is not done, the ribbon may  
not cover the printhead entirely on the inside, exposing print  
elements to potentially damaging contact with the media.  
3. Open the printhead.  
4. (Optional) To make ribbon loading and  
unloading easier, make a leader for your  
ribbon roll.  
5. Tear off a strip of media (labels and  
backing) about 6"-12" (150 mm-  
300 mm) long from the roll. Peel off a  
label from this strip. Apply half of this  
label to the end of the strip and the other  
half to the end of the ribbon. This acts  
as a ribbon leader.  
6. Thread the ribbon (with leader, if used) as shown without creasing or  
wrinkling it.  
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7. Before wrapping the ribbon around the take-up spindle, ensure that the  
arrow on the knob aligns with the indented notch (see Figure 25 inset).  
8. Place the ribbon (with leader, if used) around the ribbon take-up  
spindle and wind counterclockwise for several turns.  
9. Close the printhead.  
Figure 23  
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Refer to Figure 25.  
1. Break the ribbon as close to the ribbon take-up spindle as possible.  
2. While holding the ribbon take-up spindle, turn the knob (1) clockwise  
until it stops. This causes the ribbon release bars to pivot down (2),  
easing the spindle’s “grip” on the wound ribbon.  
3. Slide the ribbon off of the ribbon take-up spindle. Once the spent  
ribbon has been removed, ensure that the arrow on the knob aligns  
with the indented notch in the ribbon take-up spindle (see Figure 25  
inset).  
4. Remove the core from the ribbon supply spindle.  
5. Follow the ribbon loading procedure on page 38 to load the new  
ribbon.  
Figure 25  
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After you have installed the media and ribbon and the Power-On Self Test  
(POST) is complete, the front panel display shows “PRINTER READY.”  
(If the printer fails its POST, refer to page 81.) You may now set printer  
parameters for your application using the front panel display and the five  
keys directly below it.  
NOTE: Printers that are operating on an IP network can be quickly  
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configured via ZebraLink WebView (optional ZebraNet  
PrintServer II required). For information, refer to ZebraNet  
Networking: PrintServer II Installation and Users Guide.  
If it becomes necessary to restore the initial printer defaults, see “FEED  
Key and PAUSE Key Self Test” on page 85.  
NOTE: Unless otherwise noted, all parameters are listed in the order they  
are displayed, starting with “DARKNESS.”  
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To enter the programming mode, press the SETUP/EXIT key. Press either  
the NEXT/SAVE key or PREVIOUS key to scroll to the parameter you  
wish to set.  
NOTE: You may also press and hold the NEXT/SAVE and PREVIOUS  
keys to quickly advance through the configuration parameters.  
Parameters in this section are shown in the order displayed when pressing  
the NEXT/SAVE key. Throughout this process, press the NEXT/SAVE  
key to continue to the next parameter, or press the PREVIOUS key to  
return to the previous parameter in the cycle.  
An asterisk (*) in the upper left-hand corner of the display indicates that  
the value displayed is different than the currently stored value.  
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Certain parameters are password-protected by factory default.  
CAUTION: Do not change password-protected parameters unless  
you are sure you know what you are doing! If the  
parameters are set incorrectly, they could cause the  
printer to function in an unpredictable way.  
The first attempt to change one of these parameters (pressing one of the  
BLACK OVAL keys) requires you to enter a four-digit password. This is  
done via the “ENTER PASSWORD” display. The LEFT BLACK OVAL  
key changes the selected digit position; the RIGHT BLACK OVAL key  
increases the selected digit value. After entering the password, press the  
NEXT/SAVE key. The parameter you wish to change is displayed. If the  
password was entered correctly, you can now change the value.  
The default password value is 1234. The password can be changed using  
the ^KP (Define Password) ZPL II instruction or through ZebraLink  
WebView (optional ZebraNet PrintServer II required).  
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NOTE: Once the password has been entered correctly, it does not have to  
be entered again unless you leave and re-enter the programming  
mode using the SETUP/EXIT key, or if you power the printer  
down and then re-enter the programming mode.  
You can disable the password protection feature so that it no  
longer prompts you for a password by setting the password to  
ØØØØ via the ^KPØ ZPL/ZPL II command. To re-enable the  
password-protection feature, send the ZPL/ZPL II command  
^KPx, where “x” can be any number, one to four digits in length,  
except Ø.  
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You can leave the program mode at any time by pressing the SETUP/EXIT  
key. The “SAVE CHANGES” display appears. There are five choices, as  
described below. Pressing the LEFT or RIGHT BLACK OVAL key  
displays other choices and pressing the NEXT/SAVE key selects the  
displayed choice.  
• PERMANENT — Permanently saves the changes. Values are stored in  
the printer even when power is turned off.  
• TEMPORARY — Saves the changes until you change them again or  
until power is turned off.  
• CANCEL — Cancels all changes from the time you pressed the  
SETUP/EXIT key except the darkness and tear-off settings (if they were  
changed).  
• LOAD DEFAULTS — Loads factory defaults. The factory defaults are  
shown on the following pages.  
NOTE: Loading factory defaults requires printer calibration.  
• LOAD LAST SAVE — Loads values from the last permanent save.  
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Press  
Display Shows  
Action/Explanation  
PRINTER READY  
Normal printer operation.  
Setting Print Parameters  
Adjusting Print Darkness: Press the RIGHT BLACK OVAL key  
to increase darkness. Press the LEFT BLACK OVAL key to  
decrease darkness.  
Default: +10  
Range: 0 to +30  
Darkness settings are dependent upon a variety of factors  
including ribbon type, media, and the condition of the printhead.  
You may adjust the darkness for consistent high-quality printing.  
If printing is too light, or if there are voids in printed areas, you  
should increase the darkness. If printing is too dark, or if there is  
spreading or bleeding of printed areas, you should decrease the  
darkness.  
DARKNESS  
The FEED Key Self Test on page 84 can also be used to  
determine the best darkness setting. Since the darkness setting  
takes effect immediately, you can see the results on labels that  
are currently printing.  
CAUTION: Set the darkness to the lowest setting that provides  
good print quality. Darkness set too high may cause  
ink smearing and/or it may burn through the ribbon.  
Darkness settings also may be changed by the driver or software  
settings.  
Adjusting the Tear-Off Position: Press the RIGHT BLACK  
OVAL key to increase the value, press the LEFT BLACK OVAL  
key to decrease the value. Each press of the key adjusts the tear-  
off position by four dot rows.  
TEAR OFF  
Default: +0  
Range: –120 to +120  
This parameter establishes the position of the media over the  
tear-off/peel-off bar after printing.  
Selecting Print Mode: Press the RIGHT or LEFT BLACK OVAL  
key to display other choices.  
Default: Tear-off  
PRINT MODE  
Selections: Tear-off, peel-off, cutter, rewind, applicator  
Print mode settings tell the printer the method of media delivery  
that you wish to use. Be sure to select a print mode that your  
hardware configuration supports since some selections displayed  
are for optional printer features.  
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Action/Explanation  
Setting Media Type: Press the RIGHT or LEFT BLACK OVAL  
key to display other choices.  
Default: Continuous  
Selections: Continuous, non-continuous  
This parameter tells the printer the type of media you are using.  
Selecting continuous media requires that you include a label  
length instruction in your label format (^LLxxxxif you are using  
ZPL or ZPL II).  
MEDIA TYPE  
When non-continuous media is selected, the printer feeds media  
to calculate label length (the distance between two recognized  
registration points of the inter-label gap, webbing, or alignment  
notch or hole).  
Setting the Sensor Type: Press the RIGHT or LEFT BLACK  
OVAL key to display other choices.  
Default: Web  
Selections: Web, mark  
SENSOR TYPE  
This parameter tells the printer whether you are using media with  
a web (gap/space between labels, notch, or hole) to indicate the  
separations between labels or if you are using media with a black  
mark printed on the back. If your media does not have black  
marks for registration on the back, leave your printer at the default  
(web).  
Selecting Print Method: Press the RIGHT BLACK OVAL key for  
the next value; press the LEFT BLACK OVAL key for the previous  
value.  
Default: Thermal transfer  
Selections: Thermal transfer, direct thermal  
The print method parameter tells the printer the method of printing  
you wish to use: direct thermal (no ribbon) or thermal transfer  
(using thermal transfer media and ribbon).  
NOTE: Selecting direct thermal when using thermal transfer  
media and ribbon creates a warning condition, but  
printing continues.  
PRINT METHOD  
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Setting Print Width: Press the RIGHT BLACK OVAL key to  
increase the value, press the LEFT BLACK OVAL key to  
decrease the value. To change the unit of measurement, press  
the LEFT BLACK OVAL key until the unit of measurement is  
active, then press the RIGHT BLACK OVAL key to toggle to a  
different unit of measure (mm, inches, or dots).  
PRINT WIDTH  
Default; Range: The default and range of acceptable values  
vary depending on what printer you have. Refer to “Printing  
Specifications” on page 90 for further information about the  
ranges available for your model. Print width determines the  
printable area across the width of the label.  
NOTE: The printer does not accept any value larger than the  
maximum print width listed on page 90.  
Setting Maximum Length: Press the LEFT BLACK OVAL key to  
decrease the value, press the RIGHT BLACK OVAL key to  
increase the value.  
Default; Range: The default and range of acceptable values  
vary depending on your printer’s configuration. Values are  
MAXIMUM LENGTH adjustable in 1" (25.4 mm) increments.  
Maximum length is used in conjunction with the calibration  
procedure. The value of this setting is the maximum label length  
that is used during the media portion of the calibration process.  
Only a few labels are required to set media sensors. Always set  
the value that is at least 1" longer than the longest label to be  
used on the printer.  
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Listing Printer Information  
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Action/Explanation  
List Fonts: Press the RIGHT BLACK OVAL key to print a label  
listing all of the available fonts.  
LIST FONTS  
This selection is used to print a label that lists all of the fonts  
currently available in the printer, including standard printer fonts  
plus any optional fonts. Fonts may be stored in RAM, FLASH  
memory, font EPROMs, or font cards.  
List Bar Codes: Press the RIGHT BLACK OVAL key to print a  
label listing all of the available bar codes.  
This selection is used to print a label that lists all of the bar codes  
currently available in the printer.  
LIST BAR CODES  
LIST IMAGES  
LIST FORMATS  
List Images: Press the RIGHT BLACK OVAL key to print a label  
listing all of the available images.  
This selection is used to print a label that lists all of the images  
currently stored in the printer’s RAM, FLASH memory, optional  
EPROM, or optional memory card.  
List Formats: Press the RIGHT BLACK OVAL key to print a label  
listing all of the available formats.  
This selection is used to print a label that lists all of the formats  
currently stored in the printer’s RAM, FLASH memory, optional  
EPROM, or optional memory card.  
List Setup: Press the RIGHT BLACK OVAL key to print a label  
listing the current printer configuration.  
LIST SETUP  
LIST ALL  
This selection is used to print a label that lists the current printer  
configuration information. (Same as the CANCEL key self test.)  
List All: Press the RIGHT BLACK OVAL key to print a label  
listing all of the available fonts, bar codes, images, formats, and  
the current printer configuration.  
This selection is used to print a label that lists the five previous  
selections, as described.  
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Action/Explanation  
Initialize Memory Card  
CAUTION: Perform this operation only when it is necessary to erase all  
previously stored information from the optional memory card (for printers  
with a PCMCIA slot [part # 32091]). Press the NEXT/SAVE key to bypass  
this function.  
1. Press the RIGHT BLACK OVAL key to select “YES.”  
If your printer is set to require a password, you are now prompted to  
enter the password. Enter the password and then press the NEXT/  
SAVE key.  
2. The display asks “INITIALIZE CARD?”. Press the RIGHT BLACK OVAL  
key “YES.”  
3. The front panel LCD asks “ARE YOU SURE?”.  
4. Press the RIGHT BLACK OVAL key “YES” to begin initialization.  
or  
INITIALIZE  
CARD  
Press the LEFT BLACK OVAL key “NO” to cancel the request  
and return to the “INITIALIZE CARD” prompt.  
5. Press the SETUP/EXIT key followed by the NEXT/SAVE key.  
If initialization is still in process, the front panel display  
flashes back and forth between the two phrases  
“CHECKING B: MEMORY” and “PRINTER IDLE.”  
When initialization is complete, the printer automatically exits the  
configuration mode and the front panel displays “PRINTER READY.”  
NOTE: Depending on the amount of memory in the memory  
card, initialization may take up to five minutes to  
complete.  
Initialize Flash Memory  
CAUTION: Perform this operation only when it is necessary to erase all  
previously stored information from the FLASH memory. Press the NEXT/  
SAVE key to bypass this function.  
1. Press the RIGHT BLACK OVAL key to select “YES.”  
If your printer is set to require a password, you are now prompted to  
enter the password. Enter the password and then press the NEXT/  
SAVE key.  
2. The display asks “INITIALIZE FLASH?”. Press the RIGHT BLACK OVAL  
key “YES.”  
INIT  
FLASH  
MEM  
3. The front panel LCD asks “ARE YOU SURE?”.  
4. Press the RIGHT BLACK OVAL key “YES” to begin initialization.  
or  
Press the LEFT BLACK OVAL key “NO” to cancel the request  
and return to the “INITIALIZE FLASH” prompt.  
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NOTE: Before you begin this procedure, make sure that the maximum length is set to a value 1" greater  
than the length of the labels you are using. If the maximum length is set to a lower value, the calibration  
process assumes that continuous media is in the printer. See page 46 for more information.  
There are two different types of calibration that can be performed by the printer:  
1) Standard Calibration. When the printer is first powered up and after the print head has been closed,  
the printer feeds media and automatically sets the value it detects for media, media backing material (the  
spaces between labels), and media out. This type of calibration also occurs as part of the sensor profile  
and media and ribbon calibration procedures.  
2) Media and Ribbon Sensor Sensitivity Calibration. Performing the media and ribbon calibration  
procedure first resets the sensitivity of the sensors to better detect the media and ribbon you are using.  
With the sensors at their new sensitivity, the printer then performs the standard calibration. Changing the  
type of ribbon and/or media may require resetting the sensitivity of the media and ribbon sensors.  
Indications that the sensitivity may need to be reset would be a CHECK RIBBON light on with the ribbon  
properly installed or non-continuous media being treated as continuous media.  
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Action/Explanation  
Sensor Profile: Press NEXT/SAVE to skip this standard calibration  
procedure and continue with the media and ribbon calibration  
parameter which follows. Press the RIGHT BLACK OVAL key to  
initiate this standard calibration procedure and print a media sensor  
SENSOR PROFILE profile.  
See Figure 26. The media sensor profile may be used to  
troubleshoot registration problems that may be caused when the  
media sensor detects preprinted areas on the media or experiences  
difficulty in determining web location. If the sensitivity of the media  
and/or ribbon sensors MUST be adjusted, use the media and ribbon  
sensor sensitivity procedure.  
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Display Shows  
Action/Explanation  
Media and Ribbon Sensor Sensitivity: Press NEXT/SAVE to  
skip the calibration procedure and continue with the host port  
selection parameters that follow. Press the RIGHT BLACK OVAL  
key to start the calibration procedure.  
This procedure is used to adjust the sensitivity of the media and  
ribbon sensors.  
MEDIA AND  
RIBBON  
CALIBRATE  
NOTE: The procedure must be followed exactly as presented.  
All steps must be performed even if only one of the  
sensors requires adjustment.  
Media and Ribbon Calibration Procedure  
Press the LEFT BLACK OVAL key to cancel the operation, or do  
the following:  
LOAD BACKING  
1) Open the printhead.  
2) Remove approximately 8" (203 mm) of labels from the media  
roll, and pull the backing into the printer so that only the  
backing is between the media sensors.  
3) Press the RIGHT BLACK OVAL key to continue.  
Press the LEFT BLACK OVAL key to cancel the operation or do  
the following:  
REMOVE RIBBON 1) Remove the ribbon.  
2) Close the printhead.  
3) Press the RIGHT BLACK OVAL key to continue.  
The printer automatically adjusts the scale (gain) of the signals it  
receives from the media and ribbon sensors. On the sensor  
profile, this essentially corresponds to moving the peak of the  
graph up or down to optimize the readings for your application.  
CALIBRATING  
PLEASE WAIT  
When “RELOAD ALL” is displayed:  
1) Open the printhead and pull the media forward until a label is  
positioned under the media sensor.  
RELOAD ALL  
2) Reload the ribbon back into to its proper position.  
3) Close the printhead.  
4) Press the RIGHT BLACK OVAL key to continue.  
Now that the scale has changed, the printer performs a  
calibration equivalent to pressing the CALIBRATE key; during this  
process, the printer determines the label length. The process is  
now complete! To see the new readings on the new scale, print a  
sensor profile.  
MEDIA AND  
RIBBON  
CALIBRATE  
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Setting Communication Parameters  
Communication parameters must be set correctly for the printer to communicate with the host computer.  
These parameters make sure that the printer and host computer are “speaking the same language.” All  
communications parameters are password protected.  
Press  
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Action/Explanation  
Setting Parallel Communications: Press the RIGHT or LEFT  
BLACK OVAL key to display other choices.  
PARALLEL COMM Default: Parallel  
Selections: Parallel, twinax/coax  
Select the communications port that matches the one being used  
by the host computer.  
Setting Serial Communications: Press the RIGHT or LEFT  
BLACK OVAL key to display other choices.  
Default: RS-232  
SERIAL COMM  
Selections: RS-232, RS-422/485, RS-485 multidrop  
Select the communications port that matches the one being used  
by the host computer.  
Setting Baud: Press the RIGHT or LEFT BLACK OVAL key to  
display other choices.  
Default: 9600  
BAUD  
Selections: 110, 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 14400,  
19200, 28800, 38400, 57600  
The baud setting of the printer must match the baud setting of the  
host computer for accurate communications to take place. Select  
the value that matches the one being used by the host computer.  
Setting Data Bits: Press the RIGHT or LEFT BLACK OVAL key  
to display other choices.  
Default: 7-bits  
DATA BITS  
Selections: 7-bits, 8-bits  
The data bits of the printer must match the data bits of the host  
computer for accurate communications to take place. Set the  
data bits to match the setting being used by the host computer.  
NOTE: Must be set to 8 data bits to use Code Page 850.  
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Action/Explanation  
Setting Parity: Press the RIGHT or LEFT BLACK OVAL key to  
display other choices.  
Default: Even  
PARITY  
Selections: Even, odd, none  
The parity of the printer must match the parity of the host  
computer for accurate communications to take place. Select the  
parity that matches the one being used by the host computer.  
Setting Stop Bits: Press the RIGHT or LEFT BLACK OVAL key  
to display other choices.  
STOP BITS  
Default: 1 stop bit  
Selections: 1 stop bit, 2 stop bits  
The stop bits of the printer must match the stop bits of the host  
computer for accurate communications to take place. Select the  
stop bits that match the one being used by the host computer.  
Setting Host Handshake: Press the RIGHT or LEFT BLACK  
OVAL key to display other choices.  
Default: XON/XOFF  
HOST HANDSHAKE Selections: XON/XOFF, DTR/DSR  
The handshake protocol of the printer must match the handshake  
protocol of the host computer for proper communications to take  
place. Select the handshake protocol that matches the one being  
used by the host computer.  
Setting Protocol: Press the RIGHT or LEFT BLACK OVAL key  
to display other choices.  
Default: None  
Selections: None, Zebra, ACK/NACK  
Protocol is a type of error checking system. Depending on the  
selection, an indicator may be sent from the printer to the host  
computer signifying that data has been received. Select the  
protocol that is requested by the host computer. Further details  
on protocol can be found in the ZPL II Programming Guide.  
NOTE: Zebra is the same as ACK/NACK except that with Zebra  
the response messages are sequenced.  
PROTOCOL  
If Zebra is selected, printer must use “DTR/DSR” host  
handshake protocol.  
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Action/Explanation  
Setting Network ID: Press the LEFT BLACK OVAL key to move  
to the next digit position, press the RIGHT BLACK OVAL key to  
increase the value of the digit.  
Default: 000  
NETWORK ID  
Range: 000 - 999  
Network ID is used to assign a unique number to a printer used in  
an RS-422/RS-485 network. This gives the host computer the  
means to address a specific printer. If the printer is used in a  
RS-422/RS-485 network, you must select a network ID number.  
This does not affect TCP/IP or IPX networks.  
Setting Communications Mode: Press the RIGHT or LEFT  
BLACK OVAL key to display other choices.  
Selections: Normal mode, diagnostics  
The communication diagnostics mode is a troubleshooting tool for  
checking the interconnection between the printer and the host  
computer. When “diagnostics” is selected, all data sent from the  
host computer to the printer is printed as straight ASCII  
COMMUNICATIONS characters, with the hex value below the ASCII text. The printer  
prints all characters received including control codes, like CR  
(carriage return). A sample printout is shown in Figure 36 on  
page 85.  
NOTES on diagnostic printouts:  
• FE indicates a framing error.  
• OE indicates an overrun error.  
• PE indicates a parity error.  
• NE indicates noise.  
For any errors, check that your communication parameters are  
correct. Set the print width equal to or less than the label width  
used for the test. See page 46 for more information.  
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Selecting Prefix and Delimiter Characters  
Prefix and delimiter characters are 2-digit hex values used within the ZPL/ZPL II formats sent to the printer.  
The printer uses the last prefix and delimiter characters sent to it, whether from a ZPL II instruction or from  
the front panel.  
NOTE: DO NOT use the same hex value for the control, format, and delimiter character. The printer  
needs to see different characters to function properly.  
Press  
Display Shows  
Action/Explanation  
Control Prefix Character: Press the LEFT BLACK OVAL key  
to move to the next digit position, press the RIGHT BLACK  
OVAL key to increase the value of the digit.  
CONTROL PREFIX Default: 7E (tilde - displayed as a black square)  
Range: 00-FF  
The printer looks for this 2-digit hex character to indicate the  
start of a ZPL/ZPL II control instruction.  
Format Prefix Character: Press the LEFT BLACK OVAL key  
to move to the next digit position, press the RIGHT BLACK  
OVAL key to increase the value of the digit.  
FORMAT PREFIX  
Default: 5E (caret)  
Range: 00 - FF  
The printer looks for this 2-digit hex character to indicate the  
start of a ZPL/ZPL II format instruction.  
Delimiter Character: Press the LEFT BLACK OVAL key to  
move to the next digit position, press the RIGHT BLACK OVAL  
key to increase the value of the digit.  
Default: 2C (comma)  
DELIMITER CHAR Range: 00 - FF  
The delimiter character is a 2-digit hex value used as a  
parameter place marker in ZPL/ZPL II format instructions.  
Refer to the ZPL II Programming Guide Volume I for more  
information.  
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Selecting ZPL Mode  
Press  
Display Shows  
Action/Explanation  
Selecting ZPL Mode: Press the RIGHT or LEFT BLACK OVAL  
key to display other choices.  
Default: ZPL II  
Selections: ZPL II, ZPL  
ZPL MODE  
The printer remains in the selected mode until it is changed by  
this front panel instruction or by using a ZPL/ZPL II command.  
The printer accepts label formats written in either ZPL or ZPL II.  
This eliminates the need to rewrite any ZPL formats you already  
have. Refer to the ZPL II Programming Guide for more  
information on the differences between ZPL and ZPL II.  
Power-Up and Head Close Parameters  
Media Power-Up: Press the RIGHT or LEFT BLACK OVAL key  
to display other choices.  
Default: Calibration  
Selections: Feed, calibration, length, and no motion  
MEDIA POWER UP This parameter establishes the action of the media when the  
printer is turned on.  
• Calibration: Determines the length of the label.  
• Feed: Feeds the label to the first registration point.  
• Length: Used in continuous mode to feed the last stored label  
length.  
• No Motion: Media does not move.  
Head Close: Press the RIGHT or LEFT BLACK OVAL key to  
display other choices.  
Default: Calibration  
Selections: Feed, calibration, length, no motion  
HEAD CLOSE  
Determines the action of the media after the printhead has been  
opened and then closed.  
• Calibration: Determines the length of the label.  
• Feed: Feeds the label to the first registration point.  
• Length: Used in continuous mode to feed the last stored label  
length.  
• No Motion: Media does not move.  
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Label Positioning Parameters  
Press  
Display Shows  
Action/Explanation  
Backfeed Sequence: Press the RIGHT or LEFT BLACK OVAL  
key to display other choices.  
Default: Default (90%)  
Selections: Default, after, before, 10%, 20%, 30%, 40%, 50%,  
60%, 70%, 80%, off  
This parameter establishes when and how much label backfeed  
occurs after a label is removed or cut in the peel-off, cutter, and  
applicator modes. It has no effect in rewind or tear-off modes.  
This parameter setting can be superseded by the ~JSinstruction  
when received as part of a label format (refer to the  
ZPL II Programming Guide).  
BACKFEED  
NOTE: The difference between the value entered and 100%  
establishes how much backfeed occurs before the next  
label is printed. For example, a value of 40 means that  
40% of the backfeed takes place after the label is  
removed or cut. The remaining 60% takes place before  
the next label is printed. A value of “before” means that  
all backfeed takes place before the next label is printed.  
Adjusting Label Top Position: Press the RIGHT BLACK OVAL  
key to increase the value, press the LEFT BLACK OVAL key to  
decrease the value. The displayed value represents dots.  
Default: +0  
LABEL TOP  
Range: –120 to +120 dot rows  
The label top position adjusts the print position vertically on the  
label. Positive numbers adjust the label top position further down  
the label (away from the printhead), negative numbers adjust the  
position up the label (toward the printhead).  
Adjusting Left Position: Press the LEFT BLACK OVAL key to  
move the cursor, press the RIGHT BLACK OVAL key to change  
between + and – and to increase the value of the digit. The  
displayed value represents dots.  
Default: 0000  
Range: –9999 to +9999  
LEFT POSITION  
NOTE: For a negative value, enter the value before changing to  
the minus sign.  
This parameter establishes how far from the left edge of a label  
the format begins to print by adjusting horizontal positioning on  
the label. Positive numbers adjust the printing to the left by the  
number of dots selected, negative numbers shift printing to the  
right.  
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Display Shows  
Action/Explanation  
Setting the Head Test Count: Press the LEFT BLACK OVAL  
key to move the cursor, press the RIGHT BLACK OVAL key to  
change the value of the digit.  
Default: 0000 (disables the test)  
HEAD TEST COUNT Range: 0000 to 9999  
The printer periodically performs a test of the printhead  
functionality, called a “printhead test” or “head test.” This  
parameter establishes how many labels are printed between  
these internal tests.  
Setting the Head Resistor Value: Press the LEFT BLACK  
OVAL key to move the cursor, press the RIGHT BLACK OVAL key  
to increase the value of the digit.  
CAUTION: This parameter should only be changed by qualified  
personnel!  
Initial Value: Factory-set to match the printhead shipped with  
your printer.  
Default Value: 0500  
HEAD RESISTOR  
Range: 0500 to 1175  
This value has been pre-set at the factory to match the resistance  
value of the printhead. It does not need to be changed unless the  
printhead is replaced or the main logic board is replaced.  
CAUTION: DO NOT set the value higher than that shown on the  
printhead. Setting a higher value may damage the  
printhead!  
Before replacing a printhead, look on the printhead for the label  
that shows the resistance value (ohm value).  
Setting the Verifier Port: Press the RIGHT or LEFT BLACK  
OVAL key to display other choices.  
Default: Off  
Selections: Off, 1 VER-RPRNT, 2 VER-THRUPUT  
The auxiliary port is used to determine how the printer reacts to  
the on-line verifier. There are currently three operating conditions  
for this port:  
• Off: The verifier port is off.  
VERIFIER PORT  
• 1 VER-RPRNT ERR: Label reprinted if verifier detects an error.  
If a bar code is near the upper edge of the label, the label is fed  
out far enough to be verified and then backfed to allow the next  
label to be printed and verified.  
• 2 VER-THRUPUT: Allows greatest throughput but may not  
indicate a verification error immediately upon detection. May  
print from one to three labels before an error is recognized and  
printing stops.  
For more information on the operation of the optional verifier, refer  
to the documentation provided with that option.  
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Press  
Display Shows  
Action/Explanation  
Setting the Applicator Port: Press the RIGHT or LEFT  
BLACK OVAL key to display other choices.  
Default: Off  
Selections: Off, mode 1, mode 2, mode 3, mode 4  
Determines the action of the verifier port.  
• Off: The applicator port is off.  
• Mode 1: Asserts the ~END_PRINT signal low while the  
printer is moving the label forward.  
APPLICATOR PORT  
• Mode 2: Asserts the ~END_PRINT signal high while the  
printer is moving the label forward.  
• Mode 3: Asserts the ~END_PRINT signal low for 20  
milliseconds when a label has been completed and  
positioned. Not asserted during continuous printing modes.  
• Mode 4: Asserts the ~END_PRINT signal high for 20  
milliseconds when a label has been completed and  
positioned. Not asserted during continuous printing modes.  
NOTE: Set as suggested by the applicator manufacturer.  
WEB S.  
MEDIA S.  
RIBBON S.  
MARK S.  
These parameters are automatically set during the calibration  
procedure. They should only be changed by a qualified service  
technician. Refer to the maintenance manual for more  
information on these parameters.  
Press the NEXT/SAVE key repeatedly to skip these  
parameters.  
MARK MED S.  
MEDIA LED  
RIBBON LED  
MARK LED  
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Action/Explanation  
Start Print Signal: Press the RIGHT or LEFT BLACK OVAL  
key to display other choices.  
Default: Pulse Mode  
Selections: Pulse Mode, Level Mode  
This parameter determines how the printer reacts to the Start  
Print Signal input on pin 3 of the applicator interface connector  
at the rear of the printer.  
• In Pulse Mode, labels print when the signal transitions from  
HIGH to LOW.  
START PRINT SIG  
• In Level Mode, labels print as long as the signal is asserted  
LOW.  
CAUTION: Start Print Signal is set by the applicator  
manufacturer and should not be changed unless  
the factory defaults have been reloaded. Please  
make a note of it! While other choices are valid, the  
printer must be returned to its designated setting in  
order for it to work properly.  
Resynch Mode: Press the RIGHT or LEFT BLACK OVAL key  
to display other choices.  
Default: Feed Mode  
Selections: Feed Mode, Error Mode  
This parameter determines how the printer reacts if the label  
synchronization is lost and the label top is not where expected.  
FEED MODE — If the label top is not where expected, the  
printer feeds a blank label to find the label top position.  
ERROR MODE — If the label top is not where expected, the  
printer stops, enters the PAUSE mode, displays the message  
“Error Condition Feed Label”, flashes the ERROR LED, and  
asserts the “Service Required” signal (pin 10 on the Applicator  
Interface Connector).  
RESYNCH MODE  
To resynch the media to the top of the label in this mode, press  
the PAUSE key to exit the PAUSE state. The ERROR LED  
stops flashing and the “Service Required” signal is deactivated.  
The action of the printer is determined by the “Head Close”  
configuration selection:  
• “Calibration” — determines the length of the label.  
• “Feed” — feeds the labels to the first registration point.  
• “Length” — used in continuous mode to feed the last stored  
label length.  
• “No Motion” — the media does not move. The user must  
press the FEED key to cause the printer to resynch to the  
start of the next label.  
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Display  
Shows  
Action/Explanation  
LCD Display Adjustment: Press the LEFT BLACK OVAL key to  
decrease the value (reduce contrast), press the RIGHT BLACK  
OVAL key to increase the value (increase contrast).  
Range: 00 to 19  
LCD ADJUST  
This parameter allows you to adjust the contrast of your display if  
your display is difficult to read.  
Format Convert: Press the RIGHT or LEFT BLACK OVAL key to  
display other choices.  
FORMAT  
Default: None  
CONVERT  
Selections: None, 150 300, 150 600, 200 600, 300 600  
Selects the bitmap scaling factor. The first number is the original  
dots per inch (dpi) value; the second, the dpi to which you would like  
to scale.  
NOTE: Not applicable on all printers.  
Idle Display: Press the RIGHT or LEFT BLACK OVAL key to  
display other choices.  
Default: Firmware version  
Selections: mm/dd/yy (24 hour), mm/dd/yy (12 hour),  
dd/mm/yy (24 hour), dd/mm/yy (12 hour)  
This parameter selects the LCD display options for the real time  
clock (if installed).  
IDLE DISPLAY*  
NOTE: If the default value is not selected, pressing either BLACK  
OVAL key briefly displays the firmware version of the  
printer.  
RTC (Real Time Clock) Date: Press the LEFT BLACK OVAL key  
to move to the next digit position, press the RIGHT BLACK OVAL  
key to increase the value of the digit.  
This parameter allows you to set the date following the convention  
selected in “IDLE DISPLAY.”  
RTC DATE*  
RTC TIME*  
RTC (Real Time Clock) Time: Press the LEFT BLACK OVAL key  
to move to the next digit position, press the RIGHT BLACK OVAL  
key to increase the value of the digit.  
This parameter allows you to set the time following the convention  
selected in “IDLE DISPLAY.”  
* Real Time Clock option required  
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Display  
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Action/Explanation  
IP Resolution: Press the RIGHT or LEFT BLACK OVAL key to  
display other choices.  
Default: Dynamic  
IP RESOLUTION* Selections: Dynamic, permanent  
Depending on the selection, allows either the user (”permanent”) or  
the server (”dynamic”) to select the IP address. For more  
information, refer to ZebraNet Networking: PrintServer II Installation  
and User’s Guide.  
IP Protocols: Press the RIGHT or LEFT BLACK OVAL key to  
display other choices.  
Default: All  
Selections: All, gleaning only, RARP, BOOTP, DHCP,  
DHCP/BOOTP  
IP PROTOCOLS*  
If “dynamic” was chosen in the previous parameter, this selection  
determines the method(s) by which the PrintServer II receives the  
IP address from the server. For more information, refer to ZebraNet  
Networking: PrintServer II Installation and User’s Guide.  
IP Address: Press the LEFT BLACK OVAL key to move to the next  
digit position, press the RIGHT BLACK OVAL key to increase the  
value of the digit.  
IP ADDRESS*  
This parameter allows you to select the IP address if “permanent”  
was chosen in “IP RESOLUTION.” (If “dynamic” was chosen, the  
user cannot select the address.) For more information, refer to  
ZebraNet Networking: PrintServer II Installation and User’s Guide.  
Subnet Mask: Press the RIGHT or LEFT BLACK OVAL key to  
display other choices.  
Default: Permanent (user must set)  
SUBNET MASK* Selections: Dynamic (user may set, but server can assign),  
permanent  
This parameter selects the part of the IP address that is considered  
to be part of the local network. It can be reached without going  
through the default gateway.  
Default Gateway: Press the LEFT BLACK OVAL key to move to  
the next digit position, press the RIGHT BLACK OVAL key to  
DEFAULT  
increase the value of the digit.  
GATEWAY*  
This parameter allows you to select the IP address that the network  
traffic is routed through if the destination address is not part of the  
local network.  
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* ZebraNet PrintServer II option required  
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Display Shows  
Action/Explanation  
Selecting the Display Language: Press the RIGHT or LEFT  
BLACK OVAL key to display other choices.  
Default: English  
LANGUAGE  
Selections: English, Spanish, French, German, Italian,  
Norwegian, Portuguese, Swedish, Danish, Spanish  
2, Dutch, Finnish, Japanese  
This parameter allows you to change the language used on the  
front panel display.  
You have now completed the entire configuration and calibration sequence. You may either press the  
NEXT/SAVE key or the SETUP/EXIT key.  
You are now back at the first parameter in the configuration  
sequence.  
DARKNESS  
NOTE: If you pressed the NEXT/SAVE key but are through  
programming the printer configuration, you may press  
the SETUP/EXIT key and continue with the “SAVE  
SETTINGS” function.  
Save Settings: Press the RIGHT or LEFT BLACK OVAL key to  
display other choices.  
Default: Permanent  
Selections: Permanent, temporary, cancel, load defaults, load  
last save.  
This display appears when you attempt to exit the configuration  
mode.  
• Permanent: Permanently saves the changes, even when  
printer power is turned off.  
SAVE SETTINGS  
Temporary: Saves the changes until changed again or until  
power is turned off.  
• Cancel: Cancels all changes since you entered the  
configuration mode except for darkness and tear-off position (if  
they were changed).  
• Load defaults: Loads factory defaults.  
NOTE: Loading factory defaults requires calibration.  
• Load last save: Loads the values from the last permanent  
save.  
PRINTER READY  
You have exited the configuration and calibration sequence and  
are now ready for normal printer operation.  
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The following table provides a brief cleaning schedule. Specific cleaning  
procedures are provided on the following pages.  
Area  
Method  
Interval  
Printhead  
Solvent*  
Direct thermal print mode:  
After every roll of media (or  
500’/152 m of fanfold media).  
Platen roller  
Solvent*  
Air blow  
Air blow  
Solvent*  
Air blow  
Air blow  
Solvent*  
Solvent*  
Solvent*  
Transmissive sensor  
Black mark sensor  
Media path  
Thermal transfer print mode: After every  
roll of ribbon.  
Ribbon sensor  
Label available sensors  
Tear-off/peel-off bar  
Snap plate  
Monthly  
As needed  
Cutter  
* Zebra recommends using isopropyl alcohol.  
CAUTION: Use only the cleaning agents indicated. Zebra  
Technologies Corporation is not responsible for  
damage caused by any other fluids being used on this  
printer.  
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The exterior surfaces of the printer may be cleaned with a lint-free cloth.  
Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaning agents or solvents. If necessary, a  
mild detergent solution or desktop cleaner may be used sparingly.  
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Inspect this area after every four rolls of media. Remove any dirt and lint  
from the interior of the printer using a soft bristle brush and/or vacuum  
cleaner.  
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Inconsistent print quality, such as voids in the bar code or graphics, may  
indicate a dirty printhead. For best results, perform the following cleaning  
procedure after every roll of ribbon.  
NOTE: You do not need to turn off the printer before cleaning the  
printhead. If power is turned off, all label formats and images, as  
well as any temporarily saved parameter settings stored in the  
printer’s internal memory, are lost. When power is turned back  
on, you need to reload these items.  
To clean the printhead, refer to Figure 27 and follow these steps:  
1. Open the printhead.  
2. Remove the media and ribbon (if loaded).  
3. Moisten an applicator tip with solvent and wipe along the print  
elements from end to end. (The print elements are on the brown strip  
just behind the chrome strip on the printhead.) Allow a few seconds  
for the solvent to evaporate.  
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4. Rotate the platen roller and clean thoroughly with solvent and an  
applicator.  
5. Brush/vacuum any accumulated paper lint and dust away from the  
rollers.  
6. Reload ribbon and/or media, and close the printhead.  
NOTE: 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/distributor for more information.  
Figure 27  
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Extend the LifeofYourPrinthead  
With Save-A-Printhead Cleaning Film  
Challenge  
The printhead is the most critical component in your printer, and possibly the most  
delicate. It is a consumable item just like the brakes on your car, which eventually  
wears over time. However, with ongoing careful attention and maintenance, you can  
extend the life of the printhead!  
Below are photographs of three printheads. The first printhead is brand new. The  
second has printed over 1 million linear inches of thermal transfer labels and has been  
properly maintained. The third printhead has printed far fewer labels, but without  
proper care and maintenance, signs of abrasion and contamination build-up are  
evident.  
Preventive Maintenance  
For optimum performance, clean the printhead regularly after every roll of thermal  
transfer ribbon or after every roll of direct thermal labels. Take care when handling or  
cleaning the printhead by removing any jewelry that may scratch the printhead and  
use a grounding strap or anti-static mat to discharge static electricity that could  
damage the printhead.  
To start, only use the pre-soaked (isopropyl alcohol) cleaning swabs provided in the  
preventive maintenance kit. First, turn off the printer and open the printhead. Lightly  
blow or brush away any loose dust and lint particles within the print mechanism (i.e.,  
rollers, media/ribbon sensors, and printhead). NEVER use any hard, metallic, or  
abrasive objects — such as a screwdriver — to remove adhesives or other  
contaminants that may have built up on the printhead.  
Next, press the swab tip against the printhead and swipe the print elements from end to  
end. Then, turn the platen rollers while wiping them from side to side. Repeat this  
step until the swab no longer shows dirt.  
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Abrasion- Over time, the movement of media/ribbon across the printhead wears  
through the protective ceramic coating, exposing and eventually damaging the print  
elements (dots).  
In order to avoid abrasion:  
Clean your printhead frequently and use well-lubricated thermal transfer ribbons  
with backcoatings optimized to reduce friction.  
Minimize printhead pressure and burn temperature settings by optimizing the  
balance between the two.  
Ensure that the thermal transfer ribbon is as wide or wider than the label media to  
prevent exposing the elements to the more abrasive label material.  
Ribbon Backcoating and Buildup- Printhead contamination from direct thermal media  
or thermal transfer ribbon may occur in applications requiring high burn settings, high  
head pressure, high speed, or high volume. This contamination builds up on the  
printhead elements, creating a barrier to the heat transformation required to produce  
high quality images. Contaminant buildup occurs gradually and results in poor print  
quality that may look like faded print or failed print element(s). This build up is very  
resistant to cleaning with the pre-soaked swabs and is difficult to remove.  
In order to avoid ribbon backcoating and buildup:  
Use thermal transfer ribbons that have been specially cured to provide backcoat  
protection for high demand applications. These ribbons — sometimes referred to  
as anti-stick ribbons — also dissipate static and provide more lubrication.  
Follow the recommended Printhead Preventive Maintenance procedures.  
Use our Save-a-Printhead cleaning film to remove printhead contamination  
buildup quickly and easily.  
Save-a-Printhead Cleaning Film  
What is Save-a-Printhead cleaning film? A specially coated film that removes  
contamination buildup without damaging the printhead.  
What are the benefits of Save-a-Printhead cleaning film?  
Extends the life of your printhead.  
Reduces maintenance downtime and the cost of replacing a printhead.  
An inexpensive, easy and quick way to remove contaminants without having to  
remove the printhead.  
When should you use Save-a-Printhead cleaning film? When you see degrading print  
quality that looks like faded print or a failed print element(s) that cannot be corrected  
by cleaning with the pre-soaked cleaning swabs.  
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How to Use Save-a-Printhead Cleaning Film  
1. Remove power from the printer.  
2. Open the printhead, remove media and ribbon from the print mechanism.  
3. Clean the printhead per the recommended Preventive Maintenance procedures.  
4. Position the Save-a-Printhead film in the print path, placing the glossy side down  
away from the printhead (matte side up).  
5. Close and latch the printhead.  
6. Slowly pull the full length of the film through the print mechanism.  
7. Again, clean the printhead per the recommended Preventive Maintenance  
procedures.  
8. Reload media and ribbon, close and latch the printhead.  
9. Print labels and inspect for improved print quality. If quality has not improved,  
contact our Technical Support staff.  
*Only one pass is required to remove contamination buildup.  
*Each strip of film can be used up to 10 times.  
*Discard the strip when residue buildup or other contamination is apparent.  
NOTE: In the case that a replacement printhead is needed, product from  
the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) is strongly  
recommended to ensure that your printer and part warranties  
remain intact, and that the product performs optimally.  
How to Order Save-a-Printhead Cleaning Film Kits  
There are five kits to accommodate the different width printers. Each kit contains  
three 10" long strips of film. Reference the following table to order the kit for your  
printer:  
Order kit number:  
46902  
For Printers with Print Widths:  
3.0"-4.0"  
44902  
4.0"-5.0"  
48902  
5.0"-6.0"  
38902  
6.0"-7.0"  
22902  
8.0"-9.0"  
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The media, ribbon, and label available sensors should be cleaned on a  
regular basis to ensure proper operation of the printer. To locate these  
sensors, refer to Figure 27 on page 65, Figure 6 on page 11, and Figure 7  
on page 12. Brush/vacuum any accumulated paper lint and dust off of  
these sensors.  
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Clean the snap plate to remove label adhesive or a label that has adhered to  
the underside of the snap plate.  
Refer to Figure 28.  
1. Insert a small-blade screwdriver or similar tool into the loop on the left  
side of the snap plate. Lift the snap plate.  
CAUTION: Take care not to bend, twist, or otherwise deform the  
loops!  
2. Repeat step one on the right side of the snap plate.  
3. Remove the snap plate from the printer.  
4. Clean the snap plate with cleaning solvent and a soft cloth.  
Refer to Figure 29.  
5. To reinstall the snap plate, insert the two tabs on the bottom of the snap  
plate into the two slots of the media pathway.  
6. Slide the snap plate toward you.  
7. Press down on the loops to lock the snap plate into place.  
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(For printers equipped with the optional cutter.)  
If labels are not being cut properly or if the cutter jams with labels, turn off  
the printer power and unplug the printer. Then, clean the stationary cutter  
blade with cleaning solvent. This removes label adhesive and/or paper  
debris. If further cutter cleaning is necessary, or if the cutter continues to  
perform unsatisfactorily, contact an authorized service technician.  
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CAUTION! No lubricating agents of any kind should be used on  
this printer! Some commercially available lubricants  
will damage the finish and the mechanical parts if  
used.  
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The printer uses a metric-style fuse (5 x 20 mm IEC) rated at F5A, 250V.  
The end caps of the fuse must bear the certification mark of a known  
international safety organization (see Figure 38 on page 92). The printer  
comes with two approved fuses: one in the circuit and one in the “spare  
fuse” holder.  
1. Turn off the printer power and unplug the power cord from the back of  
the printer. See Figure 30.  
2. Using a small-blade screwdriver or similar tool, remove the fuse  
holder from the printer.  
3. Remove the faulty fuse and install a new fuse of the correct type.  
Refer to Figure 31. The fuse that goes into the printer first is the one  
that is “in-circuit.” If you use the spare fuse, be sure to order a  
replacement fuse (fuses can be ordered from your Zebra distributor).  
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4. Snap the fuse holder back into position.  
5. Reconnect the power cord.  
NOTE: If the new fuse fails right away, the printer has an internal  
component failure and must be repaired.  
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Both toggles should be positioned so that they provide even pressure on  
the media. The toggles are positioned by sliding them to the desired  
location. On media too narrow to accommodate both toggles, position one  
toggle over the center of the media and decrease the pressure on the  
unused toggle. If you are using a 90 or 96XiIII printer, position the single  
toggle over the center of the media.  
NOTE: Make sure that the toggle pressure is even across the width of the  
media. Otherwise, the media and/or ribbon may “drift.”  
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This adjustment may be necessary if printing is too light on one side or if  
thick media is used. Refer to Figure 32.  
1. Perform the toggle positioning procedure. If the problem is solved,  
you may stop here; otherwise, continue with the rest of this procedure.  
2. Print some labels at 2.4"/61 mm per second by running the PAUSE  
Key Self Test (see page 83).  
3. While printing labels, lower the darkness setting until a gray level of  
printing is seen.  
4. Loosen the knurled (upper) locking nuts at the top of the toggle  
assembly/assemblies.  
5. Increase or decrease spring pressure using the knurled (lower)  
adjusting nuts on the shafts of the toggle until the left and right edges  
of printed area are equally dark.  
NOTE: Printhead life can be maximized by using the lowest pressure that  
produces the desired print quality.  
6. Increase darkness to the optimum level for the media being used.  
7. Retighten locking nuts.  
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See “Positioning the Media Sensors” on page 10.  
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Problem  
Solution  
In thermal transfer mode, the ribbon is not  
loaded or loaded incorrectly.  
Load the ribbon correctly. See “Ribbon Loading” on  
page 38.  
In thermal transfer mode, the ribbon sensor is Perform the media and ribbon sensor calibration (see  
not sensing correctly loaded ribbon.  
page 17).  
Put the printer in direct thermal mode via the front panel  
In direct thermal mode, when ribbon is not  
used:  
Ensure that the printer driver or software settings are  
correctly set (if applicable).  
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Problem  
Solution  
The media is not loaded or loaded incorrectly. Reload the media. Refer to “Roll Media Loading” on  
page 27.  
The media sensor is not adjusted properly.  
Check the position of the upper and lower media sensors.  
Refer to “Positioning the Media Sensors” on page 10.  
Either load the correct media or set the printer for the  
correct media type via the front panel.  
The printer is set for non-continuous media,  
but continuous media is loaded.  
Ensure that the printer driver or software settings are  
correctly set (if applicable).  
Calibrate the printer (see page 17).  
Via the front panel, check the sensor type to ensure that the  
correct one is used for the media loaded. See page 16.  
Calibrate the printer (see page 17).  
The incorrect media sensor is being used.  
The maximum label length is set shorter than Via the front panel, set the label length to a value that is  
the label length being used.  
slightly longer than the length of the label being used.  
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Problem  
The printhead is not fully closed.  
Solution  
Solution  
Close the printhead.  
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Problem  
One or more of the printhead elements has If the failed elements impact your printing application,  
failed the printhead element test.  
replace the printhead. To override this error, disable the  
head test count feature on the front panel by defaulting the  
value to “0000.” See page 57.  
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Problem  
Solution  
Remove the ribbon and set the printer to direct thermal  
mode.  
The ribbon is loaded.  
Ensure that the printer driver and/or software settings are  
correctly set (if applicable).  
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Problem  
Solution  
Allow the printer to cool. Printing automatically resumes  
when the printhead elements cool to an acceptable  
operating temperature.  
The printhead is over temperature.  
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Problem  
Solution  
Continue printing while the printhead reaches the correct  
operating temperature. If the error remains, the  
environment may be too cold for proper printing. Relocate  
the printer to a warmer area.  
The printhead is under temperature.  
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Problem  
Solution  
Cutter blade is in the media path.  
Turn off the printer power and unplug the printer. Inspect  
the cutter module for debris and clean as needed following  
the cleaning instructions on page 71.  
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Problem  
Solution  
Insufficient memory for the label length, downloaded fonts/  
graphics, and images.  
*There is not enough memory to perform the  
function shown on the second line of the error  
message.  
Ensure that the device, such as FLASH memory or  
PCMCIA card, is installed and not write protected or full.  
Ensure that the data is not directed to a device that is not  
installed or available.  
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Problem  
Solution  
You are using an incorrect media and ribbon Consult your authorized Zebra reseller/distributor for  
combination for your application. information and advice.  
The printer is set at the incorrect print speed. For optimal print quality, set the print speed to the lowest  
possible setting via ZPL II, the driver, or the software.  
The printer is set at the incorrect darkness  
level.  
For optimal print quality, set the darkness to the lowest  
possible setting via the front panel, the driver, or the  
software.  
The printhead is dirty.  
Clean the printhead according to the instructions on  
page 64.  
There is light printing (or no printing) on the The toggle pressure needs to be adjusted. Follow the  
left or right side of the label or the printed  
printhead pressure adjustment instructions on page 74.  
image is not sharp.  
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Problem  
Solution  
The printhead is dirty.  
Clean the printhead according to the instructions on  
page 64.  
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Problem  
The printhead or platen roller is dirty.  
Clean the printhead, platen roller, or both according to the  
instructions on page 64.  
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Problem  
Solution  
There is too much toggle pressure on the  
printhead.  
Reduce the toggle pressure. See “Printhead Pressure  
Adjustment” on page 74.  
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Problem  
Solution  
The host is set to EPP parallel  
communications.  
Change the settings on the computer host to standard  
parallel communications.  
Ensure that the flow control settings match.  
Check the communication cable length. See page 22 for  
requirements.  
The serial communication settings are  
incorrect.  
Check the printer driver or software communications  
settings (if applicable).  
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Problem  
Solution  
The prefix and delimiter characters set in the Verify the prefix and delimiter characters. See page 54.  
printer do not match the ones in the label  
format.  
Ensure that ZPL is being used.  
Incorrect data is being sent to the printer.  
Check the communication settings on the computer.  
Ensure that they match the printer settings.  
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Problem  
Solution  
The printer was not calibrated for the label  
being used.  
Perform the calibration procedure on page 17.  
The printer is configured for continuous  
media.  
Set the media type to non-continuous media.  
The driver or software configuration is not set As driver or software settings produce ZPL commands that  
correctly.  
can overwrite the printer configuration, check the driver or  
software media-related setting.  
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A limited Power-On Self Test (POST) is performed automatically each  
time the printer is turned on (additional self tests can be performed by  
pressing the CANCEL and CALIBRATE keys when you turn the printer  
on). During either test sequence, the front panel lights and liquid crystal  
display (LCD) monitor the progress of the POST. If the printer fails any of  
these tests, the word “FAILED” is added to the display. If this occurs,  
notify an authorized Zebra reseller.  
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These self tests produce sample printouts and provide specific information  
that help determine the operating conditions for the printer.  
Each self test is enabled by pressing a specific front panel key or  
combination of keys while turning the POWER switch on. Keep the  
key(s) depressed until the DATA light turns off. When the power-on self  
test is complete, the selected self test starts automatically.  
NOTE: When performing self tests, avoid sending a label format to the  
printer. In the case of a remote host, disconnect all data interface  
cables from the printer.  
When canceling a self test prior to its actual completion, always  
turn the printer power off and then back on to reset the printer.  
When performing these self tests while in the peel-off mode, you  
must remove the labels as they become available.  
If your media is not wide enough or long enough, unexpected  
and/or undesired results may occur. Make sure that your print  
width is set correctly for the media you are using before you run  
any self tests, otherwise the test may print out on the platen roller.  
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CANCEL Key Self Test  
This self test prints a listing of the  
configuration parameters currently  
stored in the printer’s memory. See  
Figure 33 (depending on the options  
ordered, your label may look different).  
1. Turn the printer off.  
2. Press and hold the CANCEL key  
while turning on the power.  
The configuration may be changed  
either temporarily (for specific label  
formats or ribbon and label stock) or  
permanently (by saving the new  
parameters in memory). Saving new  
parameters occurs whenever a  
calibration procedure is performed.  
Refer to page 15 for further information  
about the configuration procedure.  
Additional Power-Up Self Tests are also  
performed during the POST for this test.  
Figure 33  
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PAUSE Key Self Test  
This self test can be used to provide the test labels required when making  
adjustments to the printer’s mechanical assemblies. See the sample  
printout in Figure 34.  
1. Turn off the printer.  
2. Press and hold the PAUSE key while turning on the power.  
• The initial self test prints 15 labels at 2.4"/61 mm per second  
(1"/25.4 mm per second for the 96XiIII), then automatically pauses  
the printer. When the PAUSE key is pressed, an additional 15  
labels print.  
• While the printer is paused, pressing the CANCEL key alters the  
self test. When the PAUSE key is pressed, the printer prints 15  
labels at 6"/152 mm per second (4"/102 mm per second for the  
96XiIII).  
• While the printer is paused, pressing the CANCEL key again alters  
the self test again. When the PAUSE key is pressed, the printer  
prints 50 labels at 2.4"/61 mm per second (1"/25.4 mm per second  
for the 96XiIII).  
• While the printer is paused, pressing the CANCEL key again alters  
the self test a third time. When the PAUSE key is pressed, the  
printer prints 50 labels at 6"/152 mm per second (4"/102 mm per  
second for the 96XiIII).  
• While the printer is paused, pressing the CANCEL key again alters  
the self test a fourth time. When the PAUSE key is pressed, the  
printer prints 15 labels at the printer’s maximum speed.  
• To exit this self test at any time, press and hold the CANCEL key.  
Figure 34  
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See Figure 35.  
1. Turn off the printer.  
2. Press and hold the FEED key  
while turning on the power.  
The FEED key self test prints out at  
various darkness settings above and  
below that of the darkness value  
Look at these labels and determine  
which one has the best darkness  
setting for your application. This  
value can be entered into the printer  
by setting the darkness during the  
configuration procedure. Refer to  
page 44 for more information.  
Figure 35  
The value printed on that label is added to (plus) or subtracted from  
(minus) the darkness value specified on the configuration label. The  
resulting numeric value (0 to 30) is the best darkness value for that specific  
media/ribbon combination.  
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FEED Key and PAUSE Key Self Test  
1. Turn off the printer.  
2. Press and hold the FEED and PAUSE keys while turning on the power.  
Performing this self test temporarily resets the printer configuration to the  
factory default values. These values are active only until power is turned  
off unless you save them permanently in memory.  
Communications Diagnostics Test  
This test is controlled from the front panel display. Refer to  
“COMMUNICATIONS” on page 53. A typical printout from this test is  
shown in Figure 36. Turn off the power to exit this self test.  
NOTE: This label is inverted when printed.  
Figure 36  
Additional Printer Diagnostics  
Additional diagnostic tests are available for this printer, however, they are  
beyond the scope of this user’s guide. Refer to the maintenance manual  
for information about these additional tests.  
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Tear-off mode: Labels are produced in strips.  
Peel-off mode: Labels are dispensed and peeled from the liner as  
needed.  
Cutter mode: Labels are printed and individually cut.  
Rewind mode: Labels are rewound internally.  
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• Cutter  
• IBM twinax interface  
• Rewind  
• IBM coax interface  
• Cutter-rewind  
• RS-485 interface  
• Cutter tray  
• Font cards  
• Media supply spindle (1.6”/40 mm core)  
• Media supply spindle (3”/76 mm core)  
• Applicator interface  
• Real time clock  
• DRAM memory expandable to 12 MB  
• Memory cards  
• Printer drivers for Windows™ operating systems  
• Double-hinged media door with clear panel  
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• Bar-One Windows™-based WYSIWYG  
• ZebraNet PrintServer II, including Ethernet interface  
on-screen label design and print application  
software  
(10Base-T), ZebraLink™ WebView graphical setup  
and printer control, and ZebraLink™ Alert unsolicited  
error notification  
• Advanced counter  
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• Downloadable graphics, scalable and bitmap  
• Controlled via mainframe, mini-computer, PC,  
fonts, and label formats  
portable data terminal  
• Object copying between memory areas (RAM, • Programmable quantity with print, pause, and cut  
memory card, and internal FLASH)  
• Code Page 850 character set  
• Adjustable print cache  
control  
• Communicates in printable ASCII characters  
• Error-checking protocol  
• Status message to host upon request  
• Serialized fields  
• Data compression  
• Automatic virtual input buffer management  
• Format inversion  
• In-spec OCR-A and OCR-B  
• UPC/EAN  
• Mirror image printing  
• Four-position field rotation (0°, 90°, 180°, 270°) • User-programmable password  
• Slew command  
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• Bar code ratios - 2:1, 7:3, 5:2, 3:1  
• Codabar (supports ratios of 2:1 up to 3:1)  
• CODABLOCK  
• ISBT-128  
• LOGMARS  
• MaxiCode  
• Code 11  
• Micro PDF  
• Code 39 (supports ratios of 2:1 up to 3:1)  
• Code 49 (2-dimensional bar code)  
• Code 93  
• MSI  
• PDF-417 (2-dimensional bar code)  
• Plessey  
• Check digit calculation where applicable  
• Data Matrix  
• POSTNET  
• QR-Code  
• EAN-8, EAN-13, EAN extensions  
• Industrial 2 of 5  
• Standard 2 of 5  
• UPC-A, UPC-E, UPC extensions  
• Interleaved 2 of 5 (supports ratios of 2:1, up to • Code 128 (with subsets A, B, and C and UCC case C  
3:1, Modulus 10 Check Digit) codes)  
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General Specifications  
90/96XiIII  
140XiIII  
170XiIII  
220XiIII  
Height  
Width  
Depth  
15.5"  
393.7 mm  
15.5"  
393.7 mm  
15.5"  
393.7 mm  
15.5"  
393.7 mm  
9.15"  
19.5"  
50 lb  
232.4 mm 11.15"  
283.2 mm 13.15" 334.4 mm 15.65" 397.5 mm  
495.3 mm  
22.7 kg  
19.5"  
55 lb  
495.3 mm  
25 kg  
19.5"  
67 lb  
495.3 mm  
30.5 kg  
19.5"  
72 lb  
495.3 mm  
32.7 kg  
Weight (without options)  
General (auto adjusting)  
90-264 VAC;  
90-264 VAC;  
90-264 VAC;  
62 Hz  
48-  
90-264 VAC;  
48-62 Hz  
121 W  
20 W  
48-62 Hz  
180 W  
19 W  
48-62 Hz  
269 W  
20 W  
Printing  
PAUSEtest  
label at  
Power  
220 W  
19 W  
Electrical  
Consumption  
slowest  
speed  
Printer idle  
Compliance  
ComplieswithFCCclassBandCanadianDoc. classArules.  
Carries the CE mark of compliance.  
Thermal  
transfer  
41° to  
104° F  
5° to  
40° C  
41° to  
104° F  
5° to  
40° C  
41° to  
104° F  
5° to  
40° C  
41° to  
104° F  
5° to  
40° C  
Operating  
environment  
Direct  
32° to  
0° to  
32° to  
0° to  
32° to  
0° to  
32° to  
0° to  
Temperature  
thermal  
104° F  
40° C  
104° F  
40° C  
104° F  
40° C  
104° F  
40° C  
Storage  
–40° to  
140°F  
–40° to  
60° C  
–40° to  
140°F  
–40° to  
60° C  
–40° to  
140°F  
–40° to  
60° C  
–40° to  
140°F  
–40° to  
60° C  
Relative Humidity Operating Environment  
Storage  
20% to 85% non-condensing  
5% to 85% non-condensing  
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Printing Specifications  
90XiIII  
96XiIII  
140XiIII  
170XiIII  
220XiIII  
Resolution  
300dots/inch  
(12 dots/mm)  
600dots/inch  
(23.5 dots/mm)  
2 0 3 d o t s / i n c h  
(8 dots/mm)  
3 0 0 d o t s / i n c h  
(12 dots/mm)  
2 0 3 d o t s / i n c h  
(8 dots/mm)  
0.0033" x  
0.0039"  
0.0016" x  
0.0016"  
0.0049" x  
0.0049"  
0.0033" x  
0.0039"  
0.0049" x  
0.0049"  
Dot size (width x length)  
(0.84 mm x  
0.100 mm)  
(0.042 mm x  
0.042 mm)  
(0.125 mm x  
0.125 mm)  
(0.84 mm x  
0.100 mm)  
(0.125 mm x  
0.125 mm)  
First dot location measured from inside  
media edge  
0.12"±0.035"  
(3 mm ±  
0.89 mm)  
0.12"±0.035"  
(3 mm ±  
0.89 mm)  
0 . 1 0 " ± 0 . 0 3 5 "  
(2.5 mm ±  
0.89 mm)  
0.10" ±0.035"  
(2.5 mm ±  
0.89 mm)  
0.10" ±0.035"  
(2.5 mm ±  
0.89 mm)  
Maximum print width  
With  
3.4" (86 mm)  
39" (991 mm)  
3.2" (81 mm)  
20" (508 mm)  
5.04" (128 mm)  
39" (991 mm)  
6.6" (168 mm)  
39" (991 mm)  
8.5" (216 mm)  
39" (991 mm)  
Non-  
continuous  
printing  
standard  
memory  
With 12 MB  
memory  
39" (991 mm)  
80" (2032 mm)  
39" (991 mm)  
20" (508 mm)  
39" (991 mm)  
39" (991 mm)  
39" (991 mm)  
71" (1803 mm)  
Print length  
(maximum)  
With  
standard  
memory  
121" (3073 mm) 41" (1041 mm)  
Continuous  
printing  
With 12 MB  
memory  
100" (2540 mm)  
52" (1321 mm)  
150" (3810 mm) 100" (2540 mm) 150" (3810 mm)  
Bar code  
modulus (“X”)  
dimension  
Ladder (rotated) orientation  
3.9 mil to 39 mil  
3.33 mil to 33 mil  
1.6 mil to 16 mil 4.9 mil to 49 mil 3.9 mil to 39 mil 4.9 mil to 49 mil  
1.6 mil to 16 mil 4.9 mil to 49 mil 3.33 mil to 33 mil 4.9 mil to 49 mil  
Picket fence (non-rotated)  
orientation  
Thin film printhead with Element Energy  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
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Equalizer (E3)  
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Ribbon Specifications  
90/96XiIII 140XiIII  
170XiIII  
220XiIII  
Ribbon must be wound with the coated side out.  
Ribbon width (Zebra recommends using ribbon at least Minimum  
0.79" (20 mm) 1.57" (40 mm)  
2.0" 51 mm)  
4.25" (108 mm)  
as wide as the media to protect the printhead from  
wear.)  
Maximum  
3.40" (87 mm) 5.10" (130 mm) 6.7" 170 mm) 8.60" (220 mm)  
2:1 media to ribbon roll ratio  
984 ft. (300 m) 984 ft. (300 m) 984 ft. (300 m) 984 ft. (300 m)  
Standard  
lengths  
3:1 media to ribbon roll ratio  
1476 ft.  
(450 m)  
1476 ft.  
(450 m)  
1476 ft.  
(450 m)  
1476 ft.  
(450 m)  
Ribbon core inside diameter  
1.0" (25.4 mm) 1.0" (25.4 mm) 1.0" (25.4 mm) 1.0" (25.4 mm)  
3.2" (81.3 mm) 3.2" (81.3 mm) 3.2" (81.3 mm) 3.2 (81.3 mm)  
Maximum ribbon roll outside diameter  
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Media Specifications  
90/96XiIII  
140XiIII  
170XiIII  
220XiIII  
Tear-off  
0.7" (18 mm)  
0.5" (13 mm)  
1.5" (38 mm)  
0.25" (6 mm)  
0.79" (20 mm)  
0.7" (18 mm)  
0.5" (13 mm)  
1.5" (38 mm)  
0.25" (6 mm)  
1.57" (40 mm)  
0.7" (18 mm)  
0.5" (13 mm)  
1.5" (38 mm)  
0.25" (6 mm)  
2.00" (51 mm)  
0.7" (18 mm)  
0.5" (13 mm)  
1.5" (38 mm)  
0.25" (6 mm)  
4.25" (108 mm)  
Peel-off  
Minimum label length*  
Cutter  
Rewind  
Minimum  
Total media width (label + liner, if any)  
Maximum  
3.54 mm  
(90 mm)  
5.51 mm  
(140 mm)  
7.1 mm  
(180 mm)  
8.80 mm  
(224 mm)  
Minimum  
0.003"  
0.003"  
0.003"  
0.003"  
(0.076 mm)  
(0.076 mm)  
(0.076 mm)  
(0.076 mm)  
Total thickness (includes liner, if any)  
Maximum  
0.012"  
0.012"  
0.012"  
0.012"  
(0.305 mm)  
(0.305 mm)  
(0.305 mm)  
(0.305 mm)  
Cutter maximum full-width media thickness  
Roll media core inside diameter  
Maximum roll diameter  
0.014" (0.35 mm) 0.009" (0.23 mm) 0.007" (0.18 mm) 0.005" (0.14 mm)  
3" (76 mm)  
8.0" (203 mm)  
0.079" (2 mm)  
0.118" (3 mm)  
3" (76 mm)  
8.0" (203 mm)  
0.079" (2 mm)  
0.118" (3 mm)  
3" (76 mm)  
8.0" (203 mm)  
0.079" (2 mm)  
0.118" (3 mm)  
3" (76 mm)  
8.0" (203 mm)  
0.079" (2 mm)  
0.118" (3 mm)  
Minimum  
Preferred  
Inter-label gap  
Maximum  
Maximum inter-label gap =  
2 x (label length for which you have calibrated the printer) + 1"  
Maximum internal fanfold media pack size (label + liner)  
L x W x H  
8.0" x 4.5 " x 4.5" 8.0"x 5.5" x 4.5" 8.0" x 7.1" x 4.5" 8.0" x 8.8"x 4.5"  
(203 mm x  
114 mm x  
114 mm)  
(203 mm x  
140 mm x  
114 mm)  
(203 mm x  
180 mm x  
114 mm)  
(203 mm x  
224 mm x  
114 mm)  
Ticket/tag sensing notch L x W  
Ticket/tag sensing hole diameter  
0.12" x 0.25"  
(3 mm) x (6 mm)  
0 . 1 2" x 0 . 25 "  
(3 mm) x (6 mm)  
0 . 1 2 " x 0. 2 5 "  
(3 mm) x (6 mm)  
0. 1 2 " x 0 . 25 "  
(3 mm) x 6 mm)  
0.125" (3 mm)  
0.125" (3 mm)  
0.125" (3 mm)  
0.125" (3 mm)  
Vertical  
± 0.060"  
± 0.070"  
± 0.060"  
± 0.050”"  
Effective leading edge registration  
(±1.5 mm)  
(±1.8 mm)  
(±1.5 mm)  
(±1.3 mm)  
accuracy*  
Horizontal  
± 0.060"  
± 0.070"  
± 0.060"  
± 0.060"  
(±1.5 mm)  
(±1.8 mm)  
(±1.5 mm)  
(±1.5 mm)  
Mark length  
(measuring parallel  
to label/tag edge)  
Minimum  
Maximum  
0.12" (3 mm)  
0.43" (11 mm)  
0.12" (3 mm)  
0.43" (11 mm)  
0.12" (3 mm)  
0.43" (11 mm)  
0.12" (3 mm)  
0.43" (11 mm)  
Mark width  
Minimum  
Maximum  
0.43" (11 mm)  
0.43" (11 mm)  
0.43" (11 mm)  
0.43" (11 mm)  
(measuring to  
perpendicular label/  
tag edge)  
Full media width  
Full media width  
Full media width  
Full media width  
Additional  
specifications for  
black mark sensing  
Mark location  
Mark density  
Marks must be located within 0.040" (1 mm) of the inside media edge.  
>1.0 Optical  
Density Unit  
(ODU)  
>1.0 Optical  
Density Unit  
(ODU)  
>1.0 Optical  
Density Unit  
(ODU)  
>1.0 Optical  
Density Unit  
(ODU)  
Maximum density of the back of the  
media on which the black mark is  
printed  
0.5 ODU  
0.5 ODU  
0.5 ODU  
0.5 ODU  
*Media registration and minimum label length are affected by media type and width, ribbon type, print speed, and printer mode of operation.  
Performance improves as these factors are optimized. Zebra recommends always qualifying any application with thorough testing.  
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• The overall length must be less than 9.8 feet (3.0 meters).  
• It must be rated for at least 5 A, 250 V.  
• The chassis ground (earth) MUST be connected to ensure safety and  
reduce electromagnetic interference. The ground connection is handled  
by the third wire (earth) in the power line cord. See Figure 37.  
• The AC power plug and IEC 320 connector must bear the certification  
mark of at least one of the known international safety organizations  
shown in Figure 38.  
Figure 37  
Figure 38  
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The connections for these standard interfaces are made through the  
DB-25S connector on the rear panel. For all RS-232 input and output  
signals, the printer follows both the Electronics Industries Association’s  
(EIA) RS-232 specifications and the Consultative Committee for  
International Telegraph and Telephone (CCITT) V.24 standard signal level  
specifications.  
The following table shows the pin configuration and function of the rear  
panel serial data connector on the printer.  
Pin No.  
Description  
1
FG (frame ground) for cable shield  
2
TXD (RS-232 transmit data) output from printer  
RXD (RS-232 receive data) input to printer  
RTS (RS-232 request to send) output from printer  
DSR (data set ready) input to printer  
3
4
6
7
SG (signal ground) for RS-232  
9
+5 VDC source output (1 Amp maximum)  
SGR (signal ground reference) for RS-422/RS-485  
Data input B(-); RS-422/RS-485  
11  
13  
14  
16  
19  
20  
Data output B(-); RS-422/RS-485  
Data input A(+); RS-422/RS-485  
Data output A(+); RS-422/RS-485  
DTR (RS-232 data terminal ready) output from printer  
NOTE: Pins 5, 8, 10, 12, 15, 17-18, 21-25 are unused and unterminated.  
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RS-232 Interconnections  
The printer is configured as Data Terminal Equipment (DTE).  
Figure 39 illustrates the internal connections of the printer’s RS-232  
connector.  
Figure 40 illustrates the connections required to interconnect the printer  
with the standard 9-pin serial port connector on a computer.  
NOTE: If using a 9-pin to 25-pin adapter plug attached to the computer,  
use a null modem cable between the adapter plug and the printer.  
To connect the printer to other DTE devices with DB-25  
connectors (such as the serial port of a PC), an RS-232 null  
modem (crossover) cable should be used.  
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Figure 40  
When the printer is connected via its RS-232 interface to Data  
Communication Equipment (DCE) such as a modem, use a standard  
RS-232 (straight-through) interface cable. Figure 41 illustrates the  
connections required for this cable.  
Figure 41  
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RS-422/RS-485 Interconnections  
The printer may be connected to a host computer by either an RS-422 or an  
RS-485 interface. The DB-25 connector on the rear of the printer uses  
specific pins for this purpose. Figure 42 illustrates the required cable  
wiring for interconnecting to the printer’s DB-25 connector. Figure 43  
illustrates the internal connections of the printer’s RS-422 or RS-485  
connector.  
Figure 43  
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A standard 36-pin parallel connector is available at the rear of the printer  
for connection to the data source. Under normal circumstances, data sent  
from the printer to the host computer in response to a “Printer Status  
Request” command is sent through the RS-232 serial port. However, if the  
host computer has a properly configured IEEE-1284 parallel port that is  
recognized by the printer, status information is returned through the  
parallel port. Port selection for status information is determined each time  
the printer is turned on.  
Parallel Port Interconnections  
The following table shows the pin configuration and function of a standard  
computer-to-printer parallel cable.  
36-pin Connector  
Description  
1
2-9  
10  
nStrobe/HostClk  
Data Bits 1-8  
nACK/PtrClk  
11  
Busy/PtrBusy  
PError/ACKDataReq  
Select/Xflag  
12  
13  
14  
nAutoFd/HostBusy  
Not used  
15  
16 & 17  
18  
Ground  
+5V @ 1A  
19-30  
31  
Ground  
ninit  
32  
nFault/NDataAvail  
Not used  
33 & 34  
35  
+5V through a 4.7 KW Resistor  
NSelectin/1284 active  
36  
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Adjustments  
Fanfold Media Loading, 35  
Lower Media Sensor, 12  
FEED Key Self Test, 84  
Front Panel Display, 24  
Media Sensor Position, 74  
Printhead Pressure, 74  
Toggle Positioning, 73  
Upper Media Sensor, 11  
B
Bar Codes, 88  
Black Mark Media Sensor, 12  
IP Network Configuration, 41  
C
Cabling Requirements, 22  
Calibration, 5–20  
CANCEL Key Self Test, 82  
Cleaning  
Loading the Media, 9, 27  
Cutter Module, 71  
Lubrication, 71  
Exterior, 64  
Interior, 64  
Printhead and Platen Roller, 64  
Sensors, 69  
Snap Plate, 69  
Media and Ribbon Calibration, 17  
Cleaning Schedule, 63  
Communications Diagnostics Test, 85  
Configuration  
Media Sensors Positioning  
Black Mark Sensor, 12  
Calibration Sequence, 44–62  
Entering the Setup Mode, 41  
Leaving the Setup Mode, 43  
Printer, 15  
Continuous Media, 7  
Non-Continuous Black Mark Media, 7  
Non-Continuous Web Media, 6  
Software or Printer Driver, 16  
Continuous Media, 7  
N
D
Non-continuous Black Mark Media, 7  
Non-Continuous Web Media, 6  
Damage, 2  
Data Specifications, 21  
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Operator Controls  
Self Tests  
Front Panel Keys, 25  
Front Panel Lights, 26  
Front Panel, 14  
CANCEL Key, 82  
FEED Key, 84  
POWER Switch, 14, 23  
Options, 87  
P
Passwords (See Configuration)  
Power Cord, 3  
Power Line Cord, 92  
POWER Switch, 23  
Media Handling, 87  
Media, 91  
Print Mode  
Cutter, 8  
Peel-Off, 8  
Power Line Cord, 92  
Rewind, 8  
Tear-Off, 8  
Storage, 2  
System Considerations  
Print Quality Problems, 78  
Printer Anatomy Overview, 4  
Printer Diagnostics, 81  
Printer Driver Configuration, 16  
Printer Interface Technical Information  
Parallel Data Port, 97  
RS-232 Interconnections, 94  
RS-422/RS-485 Interconnections, 96  
Printing Specifications, 90  
Test Label Printing, 19  
R
Communications, 79  
LED Error Conditions and Warnings, 75  
Print Quality Problems, 78  
Wrinkled Ribbon, 79  
Ribbon Loading, 13, 38  
Ribbon Removal, 40  
Ribbon Requirements, 3  
Ribbon Specifications, 90  
Roll Media Loading  
Cutter Mode, 32  
U
Unpacking and Inspection, 2  
Peel-Off Mode, 28  
Upper Media Sensor Adjustment, 11  
Rewind Mode, 30, 33  
Tear-Off Mode, 27  
W
Wrinkled Ribbon, 79  
Z
ZPL Programming Language, 88  
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To qualify for this warranty, the printhead must be returned to the factory  
or to an authorized service center. Customers are not required to purchase  
Zebra supplies (media and/or ribbons) for warranty qualification.  
However, if it is determined that the use of other manufacturer supplies has  
caused any defect in the printhead for which a warranty claim is made, the  
user is responsible for Zebras labor and material charges required to repair  
the defect. The warranty becomes void if the printhead is physically worn  
or damaged; also if it is determined that failure to follow the preventive  
maintenance schedule listed in the users guide has caused defect in the  
thermal printhead for which a warranty claim is made.  
Software. Software is warranted to be free of defects in material and  
workmanship for 30 days from the date of purchase. In the event of  
notification within the warranty period of defects, Zebra will replace the  
defective diskette or documentation.  
Batteries. Mobile printer batteries are warranted to be free of defects in  
material and workmanship for 90 days from date of purchase. In the event  
of notification within the warranty period, Zebra will replace the defective  
battery provided there has not been damage resulting from user abuse.  
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Supplies are warranted to be free from defect in material and workmanship  
for a period of six (6) months for media and twelve (12) months for ribbon  
from the date of shipment by Zebra. This is provided the user has  
complied with storage guidelines, handling, and usage of the supplies in  
Zebra printers.  
Zebras sole obligation under these warranties is to furnish parts and labor  
for the repair or possible replacement of products found to be defective in  
material or workmanship during the warranty period. Zebra may in its  
discretion issue a credit for any such defective products in such amount as  
it deems reasonable.  
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The warranties provided above are the only warranties applicable. No  
other warranties, expressed or implied, are given. Zebra does not make any  
IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR  
A PARTICULAR PURPOSE in connection with its sale of products or  
services. While Zebras desire is to be responsive to specific needs and  
questions, Zebra does not assume responsibility for any specific  
application to which any products are applied including, but not limited to,  
compatibility with other equipment. All statements, technical information  
or recommendations relating to Zebra products are based upon tests  
believed to be reliable yet do not constitute a guaranty or warranty.  
Zebras maximum liability for warranty claims is limited to the invoice  
price of the product claimed defective. Zebra does not assume  
responsibility for delays or replacement or repair of products. Zebra shall  
not under any circumstances whatsoever be liable to any party for loss of  
profits, lost data, diminution of good will, or any other special or  
consequential damages whatsoever with respect to any claim made under  
agreement with Zebra. Specifically for software, Zebra is not liable for  
any incidental or consequential damages caused by abuse or  
misapplication of the software or by its use in violation of the U.S.  
copyright law or international treaty.  
No salesperson, representative, or agent of Zebra is authorized to make  
any guaranty, warranty, or representation that contradicts the foregoing.  
Any waiver, alteration, addition or modification to the foregoing  
warranties must be in writing and signed by an executive officer of Zebra  
to be valid.  
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ZebraLink License Agreement  
Printer Software and Firmware License Agreement  
YOU SHOULD CAREFULLY READ THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS ZEBRA  
TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION PRINTER SOFTWARE AND FIRMWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT  
("PSFLA") BEFORE USING THE PRINTER WHICH IS ENCLOSED OR OTHERWISE ASSOCIATED  
WITH THIS AGREEMENT. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS, DO  
NOT OPERATE THE PRINTER AND PLEASE PROMPTLY RETURN THE PRINTER, ENCLOSURES  
AND ALL PACKAGING FOR A FULL REFUND.  
Zebra Technologies Corporation ("ZEBRA") hereby grants you a non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use  
the SOFTWARE and FIRMWARE embedded in the printer and the accompanying documentation according to  
the following terms:  
1. The printer enclosed with or otherwise associated with this Agreement has or includes certain  
SOFTWARE and FIRMWARE therein which is protected by copyright laws and international  
copyright treaties, as well as other intellectual property laws and treaties. The SOFTWARE and  
FIRMWARE is licensed, not sold. Such SOFTWARE and/or FIRMWARE may include, but is  
not limited to, SOFTWARE and/or FIRMWARE that is licensed under one or more of the  
following trademarks: ZPL (Zebra Programming Language), Zebralink, Web View, Web Alert,  
ZBI (Zebra Basic Interpreter), BarOne, ZTools, Utilities, ZebraNet View for IP, ZebraNet Alert,  
PC Management Program, ZebraNet View for Networks and ZebraNet Connect.  
2. GRANT OF LICENSE. This License grants you the following rights:  
SOFTWARE and FIRMWARE. You may use, access, display, run, or otherwise interact  
with ("RUN") the SOFTWARE and FIRMWARE in connection with operating the printer  
which is enclosed with or otherwise associated with this PSFLA ("PRINTER"). The  
primary user of the PRINTER may make a second copy for his or her exclusive use on a  
portable computer/printer.  
Storage/Network Use. You may also store or install a copy of the SOFTWARE and  
FIRMWARE on a storage device, such as a network server, used only to RUN the  
SOFTWARE and FIRMWARE on your other PRINTERS over an internal network;  
however, you must acquire and dedicate a license for each separate PRINTER on which the  
SOFTWARE and FIRMWARE is RUN from the storage device. A license for the  
SOFTWARE and FIRMWARE may not be shared or used concurrently on different  
PRINTERS.  
Reservation of Rights. All rights not expressly granted are reserved by ZEBRA.  
Accessing Services Using the SOFTWARE and FIRMWARE. Your use of any service  
accessible using the SOFTWARE and FIRMWARE is not covered by this PSFLA and may  
be governed by separate terms of use, conditions or notices.  
3. RESTRICTIONS.  
You must maintain all copyright notices on all copies of the SOFTWARE and FIRMWARE.  
Limitations on modification. You may not modify, adapt, translate, or create derivative  
works based on this SOFTWARE OR FIRMWARE or the accompanying documentation.  
Limitations of Reverse Engineering, Decompilation and Disassembly. You may not reverse  
engineer, decompile, or disassemble the SOFTWARE or the FIRMWARE, except and only  
to the extent that such activity is permitted by applicable law notwithstanding this limitation.  
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Rental. You may not rent or lease or lend the SOFTWARE or FIRMWARE.  
Support Services. ZEBRA may provide you with support services related to the  
SOFTWARE and/or FIRMWARE ("SUPPORT SERVICES"), in its discretion. Use of  
SUPPORT SERVICES, if any, is governed by the ZEBRA policies and programs described  
in the user manual, in "online" documentation, and/or other ZEBRA provided materials.  
Any supplemental SOFTWARE or FIRMWARE code provided to you as a part of  
SUPPORT SERVICES shall be considered part of the SOFTWARE and/or FIRMWARE and  
is subject to the terms of this PSFLA. With respect to technical information you provide to  
ZEBRA as part of the SUPPORT SERVICES, ZEBRA may use such information for its  
business purposes, including for product support and development. ZEBRA will not utilize  
such technical information in a form that personally identifies you except to the extent  
necessary to provide you with support.  
Replacement, Modification and Upgrade of the SOFTWARE and/or FIRMWARE. ZEBRA  
reserves the right to replace, modify or upgrade the SOFTWARE and/or FIRMWARE at any  
time by offering you a replacement or modified version of the SOFTWARE and/or  
FIRMWARE or such upgrade and to charge for such replacement, modification or upgrade.  
Any such replacement or modified SOFTWARE and/or FIRMWARE code or upgrade to the  
SOFTWARE and/or FIRMWARE offered to you by ZEBRA shall be considered part of the  
SOFTWARE and/or FIRMWARE and subject to the terms of this PSFLA (unless this  
PSFLA is superseded by a further PSFLA accompanying such replacement or modified  
version of or upgrade to the SOFTWARE and/or FIRMWARE). In the event that ZEBRA  
offers a replacement or modified version of or any upgrade to the SOFTWARE and/or  
FIRMWARE, (a) your continued use of the SOFTWARE and/or FIRMWARE is conditioned  
on your acceptance of such replacement or modified version of or upgrade to the  
SOFTWARE and/or FIRMWARE and any accompanying superseding PSFLA and (b) in the  
case of the replacement or modified SOFTWARE and/or FIRMWARE, your use of all prior  
versions of the SOFTWARE and/or FIRMWARE is terminated.  
4. TERMINATION. Without prejudice to any other rights, ZEBRA may terminate this PSFLA if  
you fail to comply with the terms and conditions of this PSFLA. ZEBRA may terminate this  
PSFLA by offering you a superseding PSFLA for the SOFTWARE and/or FIRMWARE or any  
replacement or modified version of or upgrade to the SOFTWARE and/or FIRMWARE and  
conditioning your continued use of the SOFTWARE and/or FIRMWARE or such replacement,  
modified or upgraded version on your acceptance of such superseding PSFLA. In addition,  
ZEBRA may terminate this PSFLA by notifying you that your continued use of the  
SOFTWARE and/or FIRMWARE is prohibited. In the event that ZEBRA terminates this  
PSFLA, you must immediately stop using the SOFTWARE and/or FIRMWARE and destroy all  
copies of the SOFTWARE and/or FIRMWARE and all of its component parts.  
5. COPYRIGHT. All title and copyrights in and to the SOFTWARE and FIRMWARE, the  
accompanying printed materials, and any copies of the SOFTWARE and FIRMWARE, are  
owned by ZEBRA or its suppliers. All title and intellectual property rights in and to the content  
which may be accessed through use of the SOFTWARE and/or FIRMWARE is the property of  
the respective content owner and may be protected by applicable copyright or other intellectual  
property laws and treaties. This PSFLA grants you no rights to use such content. If this  
SOFTWARE and/or FIRMWARE contains documentation which is provided only in electronic  
form, you may print one copy of such electronic documentation. You may not copy the printed  
materials accompanying the SOFTWARE and/or FIRMWARE.  
6. U.S. GOVERNMENT RESTRICTED RIGHTS. All SOFTWARE and/or FIRMWARE  
provided to the U.S. Government pursuant to solicitations issued on or after December 1, 1995  
is provided with the commercial rights and restrictions described elsewhere herein. All  
SOFTWARE and/or FIRMWARE provided to the U.S. Government pursuant to solicitations  
issued prior to December 1, 1995 is provided with RESTRICTED RIGHTS as provided for in  
FAR, 48 CFR 52.227-14 (JUNE 1987) or DFAR, 48 CFR 252.227-7013 (OCT 1988), as  
applicable.  
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7. EXPORT RESTRICTIONS. You agree that you will not export or re-export the SOFTWARE  
and/or FIRMWARE, any part thereof, or any process or service that is the direct product of the  
SOFTWARE and/or FIRMWARE (the foregoing collectively referred to as the "RESTRICTED  
COMPONENTS"), to any country, person or entity subject to U.S. export restrictions. You  
specifically agree not to export or re-export any of the RESTRICTED COMPONENTS (i) to  
any country to which the U.S. has embargoed or restricted the export of goods or services,  
which currently include, but are not necessarily limited to Cuba, Iran, Iraq, Libya, North Korea,  
Sudan and Syria, or to any national of any such country, wherever located, who intends to  
transmit or transport the RESTRICTED COMPONENTS back to such country; (ii) to any  
person or entity who you know or have reason to know will utilize the RESTRICTED  
COMPONENTS in the design, development or production of nuclear, chemical or biological  
weapons; or (iii) to any person or entity who has been prohibited from participating in U.S.  
export transactions by any federal agency of the U.S. government. You warrant and represent  
that neither the U.S. Commerce Department, Bureau of Export Administration nor any other  
U.S. federal agency has suspended, revoked or denied your export privileges.  
8. DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES. ZEBRA AND ITS SUPPLIERS PROVIDE THE  
SOFTWARE AND/OR FIRMWARE "AS IS" AND WITH ALL FAULTS, AND HEREBY  
DISCLAIM ALL OTHER WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS, EITHER EXPRESS,  
IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY (IF ANY)  
IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY, OF FITNESS FOR  
A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OF LACK OF VIRUSES, AND OF LACK OF NEGLIGENCE  
OR LACK OF WORKMANLIKE EFFORT. ALSO, THERE IS NO WARRANTY OR  
CONDITION OF TITLE, OF QUIET ENJOYMENT, OR OF NONINFRINGEMENT. THE  
ENTIRE RISK ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE SOFTWARE  
AND FIRMWARE IS WITH YOU. ZEBRA DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THE  
OPERATION OF THE SOFTWARE OR FIRMWARE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR  
ERROR FREE.  
9. EXCLUSION OF ALL DAMAGES. TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY  
APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL ZEBRA OR ITS SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE  
FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL,  
PUNITIVE, OR OTHER DAMAGES WHATSOEVER (INCLUDING, WITHOUT  
LIMITATION, DAMAGES FOR ANY INJURY TO PERSON OR PROPERTY, DAMAGES  
FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, LOSS OF BUSINESS  
INFORMATION, FOR LOSS OF PRIVACY FOR FAILURE TO MEET ANY DUTY  
INCLUDING OF GOOD FAITH OR OF REASONABLE CARE, FOR NEGLIGENCE, AND  
FOR ANY PECUNIARY OR OTHER LOSS WHATSOEVER) ARISING OUT OF OR IN  
ANY WAY RELATED TO THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE SOFTWARE OR  
FIRMWARE, WHETHER BASED ON CONTRACT, TORT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT  
LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE, EVEN IF ZEBRA OR ANY SUPPLIER HAS BEEN  
ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. THIS EXCLUSION OF  
DAMAGES SHALL BE EFFECTIVE EVEN IF ANY REMEDY FAILS OF ITS ESSENTIAL  
PURPOSE.  
10. LIMITATIONS AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY.  
To the extent that the SOFTWARE and/or FIRMWARE covered by this PSFLA includes  
emulation libraries, emulation libraries are offered "as is". ZEBRA does not provide any  
warranty associated with the emulation libraries.  
The emulation library does not work 100% correctly or cover 100% of the functionality of  
the printer language being emulated. Modifications may be required for each target  
application. If such modification is necessary, prior to making any such modification, you  
are required to contact ZEBRA to obtain express written consent to make such modification.  
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