ZD421C
Desktop Printer
1 Setup
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2 Remove Packing
3 Load Media
Quick Start Guide
3 Load Media (continued)
Scan the code to download and install Zebra Setup Utilities.
Open the printer and remove the packing.Slide the release latches to the front to unlock the cover. Unroll and discard the outer layer of the media roll.
Spread the roll holders open and place the roll into the printer. Pull the end of the roll past the front edge of the printer.Verify the roll spins easily on the holder. Press the media under the guides.
4 Adjust Sensor
5 Load Ribbon
6 Close Printer
Align the sensor to the center of the roll for regular labels. Align the sensor to the edge of the roll for marked labels. Press down on the front edge of the printer until it locks.
Insert the ribbon cartridge. Press down until the cartridge clicks into place.
8 Connect USB 7 Connect Power
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9 Power On
A. Plug the power supply into the printer.
B. Plug the power cable into the power supply.
10 Smart Calibration
C. Plug the power cord into an appropriate receptacle.
D. The power supply lights green.
11 PrintCongurationReport
Connect a USB cable to the printer, connect the other end to your computer. When the the printer is ready, the printer status light will turn green.Press the power button.
Media Out
Cleaning
Press and hold the Pause and Cancel buttons for two seconds to line up the
labels.
Press and hold the Feed and Cancel buttons for two seconds to print a
conguration report.
When the media runs out, the printer and media status lights will turn red. Open the printer and discard the empty roll. Clean printhead with a cleaning pen. Clean from the middle to the outside.
Do not use a cleaning pen on the platen.
Ribbon Out
Support and Information
Need to design a label?
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Need to manage your printer?
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View user documentation and
how-to videos.
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Contact Zebra about your
printer.
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