Quick Start Guide
P4T/RP4T
Introduction
Getting Started
Using the
Printer
Introduction
Thank you for choosing
one of our Zebra P4T
Series Mobile Printers.
The P4T Series con-
sists of two models. The P4T can
print on direct thermal or thermal
transfer media. The RP4T can
print on direct or thermal transfer
media and also encode special
RFID media.
Because these printers are made
by Zebra Technologies you can
be assured of world-class support for all of your bar code printers, software, and supplies.
This document provides an easy
reference for operating and maintaining either the P4T or the RP4T Mobile Printer.
Complete and current documentation for these
printers is provided by the P4T/RP4T User Guide
available on the Internet at:
www.zebra.com/manuals.
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Always refer to the Important
Safety Information data sheet
shipped with each printer and
the Technical Bulletin shipped
with each battery pack. These
documents detail procedures to
ensure maximum reliability and
safety while using this printer.
1. Platen Roller
2. Bar Sensor
3. Media Support
4. RFID Reader/Encoder (RP4T only)
5. Printhead
6. Ribbon Cartridge Cover
7. Control Panel
8. Ribbon Cartridge Cover Latch
9. Media Cover Latch
10. Media Support Disks
11. Label Peeler
12. Media Cover
13. External Media Access (optional)
14. Battery
15. Battery Charging Receptacle
16. RS232 Communications Port
17. USB Port
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Quick Start Guide
P4T/RP4T
Charge the Battery Pack
Introduction
Getting Started
Using the
Printer
Battery packs are shipped uncharged. Remove
protective shrink-wrap and labels from new battery
packs and allow them to charge completely prior to
initial use.
The printer cannot be used while charging with the
single charger.
Battery Charging
Receptacle
LI72 Single
Battery Charger
Battery Pack
The printer may be used while charging the battery
pack with the AC adapter. However, prolonged use of
the printer while charging will greatly increase charge
times.
AC
Adapter
Open the
protective cover
for access to
the charger
receptacle
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Using the Single Battery Charger
If the Battery Pack is new, remove its protective wrapping and
discard the warning label covering the battery contacts. If you are
charging a previously used Battery Pack, remove it from the printer.
Insert the plug from the Charger cable into the Battery Charging
Receptacle. Plug the Charger into an appropriate AC outlet.
The light on the front of the charger will indicate the battery
pack’s charge status.
Using the AC Adapter
If the Battery Pack is new, remove its protective wrapping and
discard the warning label covering the battery contacts. Install the
Battery Pack in the printer.
Insert the plug from the AC Adapter cable into the Battery Charging Receptacle. Plug the Adapter into an AC outlet.
Consult the P4T/RP4T User’s Guide available at
www.zebra.com/manuals for complete information on charging
batteries on P4T Series printers.
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P4T/RP4T
UCLI72-4 Quad Charger
The UCLI72-4 uad Charger is an optional accessory kit allowing simultaneous charging of up to four battery packs.
Introduction
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1. Slide Battery
Pack into a Charger bay
2. Rock Battery Pack into
place
Power Supply
The UCLI72-4 Quad Charger is designed to charge
up to four battery packs simultaneously. Charging
time is as follows:
Battery Status Charging
Time
80% charged 2.5 Hrs.
Full charge 5 Hrs.
Plug a battery pack into any one of the four charging bays as shown opposite, noting the orientation
of the battery pack. Slide the battery pack into the
charging bay until it stops. Then rock the battery
pack back until it snaps into place. The amber indicator directly under the battery pack being charged
will turn on if the battery pack is properly inserted.
The indicators under each battery pack will allow
you to monitor the charging process per the table
below:
Amber Green
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On O Charging
On Flashing
Amber
Indicator
Green
Indicator
Charger Bay
Power
Indicator
O On
Flashing O Faulty battery
For more information refer to the instructions included with the UCLI72-4 Quad Charger, or to the more detailed discussion of the quad
charger in the P4T/RP4T User Guide.
The UCLI72-4 Quad Charger has a safety feature which stops charging after six hours regardless of the battery pack’s charge state.
80% charged
(O.K. to use)
Completely
Charged
pack
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Install the Battery Pack
Always use Zebra approved battery packs and media for maximum performance
and superior printing results. P4T Series printers will not operate with non-Zebra
batteries.
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Insert a fully charged battery pack
into the bottom of the printer as
shown.
Press battery pack until it clicks
into place
Remove the battery pack by
pressing on the latch and
rotating the battery pack out
of the bottom of the printer.
Battery Pack
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Introduction
Getting Started
Load the Media
Press down on the Media
Cover Latch Lever
1. Open the Media Cover
Media cover opens
Pull Media Supports
apart where shown.
Load Media Roll
Note direction media pulls o the roll.
Always ensure you are using the correct media. Use RFID media only in RP4T printers.
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Pull Media out of the Printer.
Use alignment marks on the
cover to ensure alignment.
Close Media Cover
2. Load the Media Roll
Peeler Assembly.
Peeler Bar.
3. Feed the leader over
the peeler bar and into
the printer.
4. Press down on Peeler
Assembly where shown
and slide the media until it
emerges .
1. Remove enough
labels from the media roll to create a 4”
[100 mm] leader.
2. Align the edge of the leader
with the index marks on the
top cover to ensure it will pass
through the peeler without
wrinkling.
3. Close the Media Cover
4. Insert Media into Peeler
Optional Step for label stock only
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