Zebra Technologies PA-PT 403, PA-PT 400 User Manual

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User's

Guide

Proprietary Statement

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Since continuous product improvement is a policy of Zebra Technologies Corporation, all specifications and signs are subject to change without notice.

FCC Compliance Statement

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that the interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by one ore more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected

Consult the dealer or an experienced Radio/TV technician for help.

NOTE: This unit was tested with shielded cables on the peripheral devices. Shielded cables must be used with the unit to insure compliance

“The user is cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Zebra Technologies Corporation could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.”

Canadian DOC Compliance Statement

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.

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Contents

 

Introduction ................................................

7

Unpacking and Inspection .................................................

7

Reporting Damage ..............................................................

7

Getting Ready to Print.................................

9

Battery .................................................................................

9

Installing the Battery ....................................................................

9

Charging the Battery....................................................................

9

Loading the Media ............................................................

10

Tear-Off Mode ............................................................................

10

Peel-Off Mode ............................................................................

13

Fanfold Media (optional vibration mount required) ....................

16

Loading the Ribbon (PT SERIES only) ...........................

18

Operator Controls .............................................................

20

Power Button .............................................................................

20

Feed Button ...............................................................................

20

Indicator LEDs ..................................................................

21

Power LED .................................................................................

21

Error LED ...................................................................................

21

Battery Charging LED................................................................

21

Printing a Test Label .........................................................

22

Connecting the Printer and Computer ............................

22

Connecting to a Portable Data Terminal .........................

22

Communicating with the Printer .....................................

24

Setting the Communication Parameters ....................................

24

IR Communications ...................................................................

24

Setting Up the Software ...................................................

24

Adjusting the Print Width .................................................

24

Adjusting the Print Darkness ..........................................

25

Adjusting the Printhead Pressure ...................................

25

Adjusting the Strap ...........................................................

26

Hand/Shoulder Strap .................................................................

26

Adjustable Shoulder Strap .........................................................

27

Calibration ...............................................

28

Auto Calibration ................................................................

28

Manual Calibration ............................................................

28

Preventive Maintenance ............................

30

Cleaning .............................................................................

30

Lubrication ........................................................................

31

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Extending Battery Life ......................................................

31

Battery Disposal ........................................................................

32

Troubleshooting ........................................

33

Help! The LEDs are On/Off/Flashing) ..............................

33

Resolutions: ......................................................................

33

Print Quality Problems ...............................................................

34

Troubleshooting Tests ......................................................

36

Printing a Configuration Label ...................................................

36

Recalibration ..............................................................................

36

Resetting the Factory Default Values ........................................

36

Communications Diagnostics ....................................................

37

Feed Button Modes ..........................................................

37

Specifications ...........................................

38

Printing Specifications .....................................................

38

Ribbon Cartridge Specifications (PT SERIES) ...............

38

Label Specifications .........................................................

39

Memory/Communications Specifications ......................

39

Font/Bar Code Specifications ..........................................

40

Physical/Environmental/Electrical Specifications .........

40

Agency Approvals ............................................................

41

Options ..............................................................................

41

Adapter Cable Pinouts .....................................................

42

RJ45 Connector Pin Identification ..................................

42

Null Modem Cable Pinouts ..............................................

42

Index ....................................................

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Introduction

Thank you for choosing our Zebra Mobile Printer. The PA/PT 400 and PA/PT403 printers are sure to become productive and efficient additions to your workplace.

This user’s guide gives you all the information you’ll need to operate your printer.

There are two basic types of printers in the 400 series: the PA type which uses direct thermal technology, and the PT type which uses a thermal transfer film to print.

There are two models within the 400 series: the cost effective 400 models and the more powerful 403 models with expanded memory to handle even larger and more complex printing tasks.

To create and print label formats, take a look at the ZPL II Program Guide (part #46530L) for information about Zebra’s label design programming language, better known as “ZPL II.” If one was not ordered with your printer, simply call your reseller or Zebra Technologies Corporation or visit the Zebra web site. If you’d like to use a different label preparation software, contact your reseller or Zebra for advice and information.

The PA400/PT400 Maintenance Manual (part #505142L) contains all the information you’ll need to properly maintain the printer.

Unpacking and Inspection

Inspect the printer for possible shipping damage:

Check all exterior surfaces for damage.

Raise the media access door (refer to “Loading the Media” in the Getting Ready to Print section) and inspect the media compartment for damage.

Save the carton and all packing material in case you have to return the printerdue to shipping damage.

Reporting Damage

If you discover shipping damage:

Immediately notify and file a damage report with the shipping company. Zebra Technologies Corporation is not responsible for any damage incurred during shipment of the printer and will not cover the repair of this damage under its warranty policy.

Keep the carton and all packing material for inspection.

Notify your authorized Zebra reseller.

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Battery

Compartment

Door

Silver-colored

Battery

Contacts

Battery

FIGURE 2

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Getting Ready to Print

Battery

Installing the Battery

NOTE: Batteries are shipped uncharged.

1.Slide up the battery compartment door.

2.Insert the battery into the printer as shown in Figure 2, with the silver-colored battery contacts facing up.

3.After the battery is completely inserted, slide down the battery compartment door.

When the battery is first installed, the Power and Error LEDs will light approximately two seconds and then go off. If these lights do not go on the battery is not fully charged (see “Charging the Battery”).

Charging the Battery

Refer to Figure 3 (your battery charger may look slightly different than the ones illustrated).

1.With the battery installed in the printer, insert the connector of the battery charger into the receptacle on the side of the printer.

2.If you are using a 120 VAC battery charger: plug the battery charger into an appropriate 120 VAC electrical outlet.

If you are using a universal battery charger: Make sure the sup-

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Loading the Media

You can operate this printer in one of two different modes: Tear-Off or Peel-Off. Tear-Off mode allows you to tear off each label (or a strip of labels) after it is printed. In Peel-Off mode, the backing material is peeled away from the label as it is printed. After you remove this label, the next one is printed.

Tear-Off Mode

NOTE. If ribbon is loaded (PT models only), remove the ribbon cartridge before loading the media.

1.Refer to Figure 4. Raise the media access door by lifting at the notch until it unhooks from the top cover.

Top Cover

Notch

Media

Access

Door

FIG. 4

2.Refer to Figure 5. Swing the media access door open to expose the media compartment.

3.Pivot the top cover to reveal the printhead.

4.Lift the printhead until you feel it “lock” into place. Be careful not to force the printhead past this position!

WARNING: NEVER touch the thermal print elements on the underside of the printhead. Under certain conditions, they can be very hot! Also, dirt or moisture from your hands can damage the printhead!

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5.Refer to Figures 5 and 6. Thread the media into the printer until it extends approximately 1” (25.4 mm) past the printhead.

6.Separate and hold open the media hangers.

7.Place the media roll onto the media hangers, making sure it is tightly wound.

8.Release the media hangers so the media locks into the correct position. Make sure the media is threaded under both media guides.

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9.Refer to Figure 7. If it’s not already in place, install the tear bar in the media access door. Gently lift the tab on the bar to move it over the protrusion on the door. Make sure the lip of the bar (inset, Figure 7) faces out of the printer.

If you’re using direct thermal media, continue on with step 10. However, if you’re using thermal transfer media, you must also install a ribbon cartridge. Proceed to “Loading the Ribbon “ in this chapter.

Tab

Protrusion

Lip

FIGURE 7

10.Close the printhead and the top cover.

11.Swing up the media access door, ensuring that the media extends over the tear bar (refer to Figure 8).

12.Lift to hook

the top of the media access door over the top cover.

13. Push in the

Tear Bar

bottom of the

 

media access

 

door to close.

 

14. Turn on the printer or press the Feed button if the printer is

already on.

FIGURE 8

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Peel-Off Mode

NOTES.- Your authorized Zebra reseller can recommend the correct ribbon and peel-off media for your application.

If ribbon is loaded (PT series only), remove the ribbon cartridge before loading the media.

1.Refer to Figure 4. Raise the media access door by lifting at the notch until it unhooks from the top cover.

2.Refer to Figure 5. Swing the media access door open to expose the media compartment.

3.Pivot the top cover to reveal the printhead.

4.Lift the printhead until you feel it “lock” into place. Use caution not to force the printhead past this position!

WARNING: NEVER touch the thermal print elements on the underside of the printhead. Under certain conditions, they can be very hot! Also, dirt or moisture from your hands can damage the prlnthead!

5.Refer to Figures 5 and 6. Remove approximately 6" (152.4 mm) of labels from the media roll. Then, thread the media into the printer until it extends approximately 1" (25.4 mm) past the printhead.

6.Separate and hold open the media hangers.

7.Place the media roll onto the media hangers, making sure it is tightly wound.

8.Release the media hangers to lock the media into the correct position. Ensure that the media is threaded under both media guides. 9. The tear bar should not be installed in the printer. If it is, gently lift the tab on the bar to get it over the protrusion on the door (reverse the procedure shown in Figure 7). Then, pull the bar out of the printer.

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NOTE.- When not in use, the tear bar may be stored on the inside of the media access door. Refer to Figure 9. With the lip of the bar facing the inside of the door, simply align the notches of the bar with the tabs on the door. Press and slide the bar toward the door’s hinged end.

Door

Tab

Door

Tab

Tear Bar

Notch

Tear Bar

Notch

FIGURE 9

If you’re using direct thermal media, continue on with step 10. However, if you’re using a PT series printer with thermal transfer media, you must also install a ribbon cartridge. Proceed to “Loading the Ribbon ‘ in this chapter.

10.Close the printhead and the top cover.

11.Swing up the media access door, ensuring that the media liner is threaded through the wide slot in the media access door (refer to Figure 10).

12.Lift to hook the top of the media access door over the top cover.

Wide Slot

FIGURE 10

Label

Backing

Material

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