This manual contains proprietary information of the manufacturer. It is intended solely for the information and use of parties operating and maintaining the
equipment described herein. Such proprietary information may not be used, reproduced, or disclosed to any other parties for any other purpose without the
expressed written permission of the manufacturer.
Product Improvements
Continuous improvement of products is a policy of the manufacturer. All specifications and signs are subject to change without notice.
FCC Compliance Statement
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that the 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 to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
■
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
■
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
■
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different than 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 the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.”
Industry Canada Statement
IC: I28-R2844Z
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Liability Disclaimer
The manufacturer takes steps to assure that its published Engineering specifications and Manuals are correct; however, errors do occur. The manufacturer
reserves the right to correct any such errors and disclaims liability resulting therefrom.
No Liability for Consequential Damage
In no event shall the manufacturer or anyone else involved in the creation, production, or delivery of the accompanying product (including hardware and
software) be liable for any damages whatsoever (including, without limitation, damages for loss of business profits, business interruption, loss of business
information, or other pecuniary loss) arising out of the use of or the results of use of or inability to use such product, even if the manufacturer has been advised
of the possibility of such damages. Because some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of liability for consequential or incidental damages, the above
limitation may not apply to you.
Trademarks and Copyrights
The Zebra logo and the zebra head design are both registered trademarks and R2844-Z is a service mark of ZIH Corp. Windows and MS-DOS are registered
trademarks of Microsoft Corp.
All other marks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
This copyrighted manual and the label printer described herein are owned by the manufacturer. All rights are reserved. Unauthorized reproduction of this
manual or the software in the label printer may result in imprisonment of up to one year and fines of up to $10,000 (17 U.S.C.506). Copyright violators may be
subject to civil liability.
The main printed circuit board assembly includes a three-volt lithium
battery.
CAUTION • Risk of explosion if battery is replaced with an incorrect type.
Note • Recycle batteries according to local your guidelines and regulations.
Shock Hazard
The printer and power supply should never be operated in a location where
either one can get wet. Personal injury could result.
Media and Ribbon
Always use high-quality, approved labels, tags and ribbons. If adhesive
backed labels are used that DO NOT lay flat on the backing liner, the
exposed edges may stick to the label guides and rollers inside the printer,
causing the label to peel off from the liner and jam the printer. Permanent
damage to the print head may result if a non-approved ribbon is used as it
may be wound incorrectly for the printer or contain chemicals corrosive to
the print head. Approved supplies can be ordered from your dealer.
If labels or ribbon run out while printing, DO NOT turn the power switch
OFF (0) while reloading or data loss may result. After loading new
supplies, press the feed button to resume printing.
Static Discharge
The discharge of electrostatic energy that accumulates on the surface of the
human body or other surfaces can damage or destroy the print head or
electronic components used in this device. DO NOT TOUCH the print
head or the electronic components under the top cover.
Thermal Printing
The print head becomes hot while printing. To protect from damaging the
print head and risk of personal injury, avoid touching the print head. Use
only the cleaning pen to perform maintenance.
This section describes what you get in your shipping box and provides an
overview of printer parts. This section also has procedures that describe
how to open and close the printer and report any problems.
Thank you for choosing a Zebra®R2844-Z™ printer, a high-quality
on-demand printer with RFID (radio-frequency identification) capability
manufactured by the industry leader in quality, service, and value—Zebra
Technologies Corporation. For over 25 years, Zebra Technologies
Corporation has provided customers with the highest caliber of products
and support.
Your R2844-Z printer provides thermal-transfer printing (which uses
ribbon) and direct-thermal printing.
This manual provides all of the information you will need to operate your
printer on a daily basis. To create label formats, refer to the RFID-specific
ZPL II commands in this guide and the ZPL II Programming Guide. The
programming guide is available by contacting your distributor or Zebra
Technologies Corporation.
NOTE • Many printer settings may also be controlled by your printer’s driver or label
preparation software. Refer to the driver or software documentation for more
information.
Your printer, when connected to a host computer, functions as a complete
system for printing labels and tags, especially those with RFID applications.
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What's in the Box?
Save the carton and all packing materials in case you need to ship or store
the printer later. After unpacking, make sure you have all parts. Follow the
procedures for inspecting the printer to familiarize yourself with printer
parts so you can follow the instructions in this book.
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Inspecting the Printer
Look at the outside of the printer and make sure that all parts are present.
Opening the printer
To access the media compartment, you
must open the printer.
Pull the release levers towards you and lift
the cover.
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INSPECTING THE PRINTER (continued)
After opening the printer, check the media compartment.
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Closing the printer
Hold the top cover and press the
“kick-stand” cover lock to release.
Lower the top cover. The ribbon
carriage automatically folds up into place.
Press down until the cover snaps closed.
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Reporting Damage
If you discover damage or missing parts:
■
Immediately notify and file a damage report with the shipping company.
The manufacturer 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 the authorized reseller
Related Documentation
Depending on the options you have ordered or choose to use with your new
printer, you will find the following documents helpful:
■
ZPL II® Programming Guide
■
ZebraNet® PrintServer IITMfor Ethernet Networks Installation and
Operation Guide
■
Universal Serial Bus Specification available from the USB
Implementation Forum
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This section describes how to set up your printer for the first time and use
the most common operating procedures for loading media in tear-off mode
and loading ribbon.
Modes of Printing
You can operate this printer in different modes:
■
Standard tear-off mode allows you to tear off each label (or a strip of
labels) after it is printed.
■
In optional peel-off mode, the backing material is peeled away from the
label as it is printed. After this label is removed, the next one is printed.
The printer typically uses roll media, but you can use fan-fold or other
continuous media as well.
For procedures to use optional modes and features, refer to the Operation
and Options section.
Getting Started
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Attaching Power Supply
y
Check the power supply to make certain it is appropriate for your input
voltage.
Caution • Use the power supply that came with your printer. Never operate the
printer and power supply in an area where they can get wet. Serious personal injury
could result!
1. Make sure the power switch is in the off position (down).
2. The DC power supply has a barrel connector on one end that must be
inserted into the power supply receptacle on the back of the printer.
3. Insert the separate AC power cord into the power supply.
4. Plug the other end of the cord into an appropriate AC electrical outlet.
Plug
Varies b
Country
AC
Power
Cord
Power
Switch
Power
Supply
Receptacle
Barrel
Connector
Power
Supply
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Loading Roll Media
When you load media, you must place the roll on the media hangers and
then adjust the media guides.
You must use the correct media for the type of printing you require. When
printing without a ribbon, you must use direct thermal media. When using
ribbon, you must use thermal transfer media. The printer's ribbon sensor
detects motion of the supply spindle.
Placing the Roll in the Media Compartment
Whether your roll media is inside or
outside wound you load it into the printer
the same way.
1. Open the printer. Remember that you
need to pull the release levers toward
the front of the printer.
2. Remove the outside length of media.
During shipment, the roll may become
dirty when handled or dusty when
stored. Removing the outside length
avoids dragging adhesive or dirty
media between the print head and
platen.
3. Separate and hold open the media
hangers.
4. Orient the media roll so that its
printing surface will be up as it passes
over the platen.
5. Lower the roll between the hangers
and close them onto the core.
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Adjusting the Guides
The adjustable guides direct the media
toward the platen and print head.
1. Open the media guides by turning the
guide adjuster knob to the rear.
2. Thread the media through the guides.
3. Close the media guides by turning the
guide adjuster knob to the front. They
should just touch, but not restrict, the
edges of the media.
4. Unless you need to load ribbon, close
the top cover. Remember that you
need to release the cover lock, lower
the top cover, and press down until the
latches snap into place.
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Using the Optional Media Adapter Plates
If your media roll has a larger diameter
core, you can use an accessory to adapt
the core to the media holders.
1. Note which position will fit the
diameter of the roll core.
2. On the left side plate, align the pegs
with the screws and use a small
Phillips driver to tighten them.
3. On the right side plate, align the pegs
with the screws and use a small
Phillips driver to tighten them.
4. Align the plates so that the pegs hold
the roll core and press together.
5. Place the roll into the media
compartment.
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Loading Ribbon
You must use thermal transfer media (accepts wax and/or resin transferred
off a ribbon) when you use a ribbon. When loading ribbon, you install the
supply and take-up rolls, then tighten the ribbon on the carriage.
Install the Ribbon Supply Roll
Before following these steps, prepare the
ribbon by removing its wrapping and
pulling its adhesive strip free.
1. Thread the ribbon through the
carriage.
2. Press the right side onto the supply
hub.
3. Align the notches on the left side and
mount onto the spokes of the left hub.
Install the Take-Up Core
1. Press the right side onto the take-up
hub.
2. Align the notches on the left side and
mount onto the spokes of the left hub.
You can find your first ribbon take-up
core in the packing box. Subsequently,
use the empty supply core to take up the
next roll of ribbon.
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Attach and Tighten the Ribbon
You must align the ribbon so that it will
be taken straight onto the core.
1. Attach the ribbon to the take up core.
Use the adhesive strip on new rolls;
otherwise, use tape.
2. Turn the ribbon take-up gear
counter-clockwise (top moves toward
rear) to remove slack from the ribbon.
3. Close the top cover. Remember that
you need to release the cover lock,
lower the top cover, and press down
until the latches snap into place.
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Operator Controls
Power Switch
Press up to turn ON or down to turn OFF the printer.
CAUTION • The power should be turned off before connecting or disconnecting the
communications and power cables.
Feed Button
Press once to feed one blank label.
Press once to take the printer out of a “pause” condition. (The printer is put
into “pause” by either a programming command or an error condition.) See
“What the Status Light is Telling You” on page 61.
Use the Feed button for printer setup and status (see “Feed Button Modes”
on page 70).
Status Light
Functions as a printer operational indicator (see “What the Status Light is
Telling You” on page 61).
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Printing a Test Label
PRINTER CONFIGURATION
Zebra Technologies
ZTC R2844-Z-200dpi
+10DARKNESS
................
+000TEAR OFF
...............
TEAR OFFPRINT MODE
NON-CONTINUOUSMEDIA TYPE
WEBSENSOR TYPE
THERMAL-TRANS.PRINT METHOD
104 0/8 MMPRINT WIDTH
12LABEL LENGTH
Before you connect the printer to your
computer, make sure that the printer is in
proper working order. You can do this by
printing a configuration label.
1. Make sure the media is properly
loaded and the top cover of the printer
is closed. Then, turn the printer
power on if you have not already done
so.
2. When the status light is solid green,
press and hold the feed button until
the status light flashes once.
3. Release the feed button. A
configuration label will print.
If you cannot get this label to print, refer
to Troubleshooting on page 61.
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Hooking Up the Printer and Computer
Your printer will have one of two combinations of interfaces:
■
Universal Serial Bus (USB), parallel and serial
■
MOVIE
Interface Cable Requirements
USB, ethernet, and serial
Each specific interface option—USB, parallel, ethernet, serial—is discussed
individually.
You must supply the required interface cable for your application.
CAUTIONS • Keep the power switch in the OFF position when attaching the
interface cable.
The power supply barrel connector must be inserted into the power supply
receptacle on the back of the printer before connecting or disconnecting the
communications cables.
This printer complies with FCC “Rules and Regulations,” Part 15, for Class B
Equipment, using fully shielded six-foot data cables. Use of longer cables or
unshielded cables may increase radiated emissions above the Class B limits.
Data cables must be of fully shielded construction 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 (6’ [1.83 m] recommended).
Do not tightly bundle the data cables with power cords.
Do not tie the data cables to power wire conduits.
USB Interface Requirements
Universal Serial Bus (version 1.1) provides a high-speed interface that is
compatible with your existing PC hardware. USB’s “plug and play” design
makes installation easy. Multiple printers can share a single USB port/hub.
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Parallel Interface Requirements
The required cable (IEEE 1284-compliant is recommended) must have a
standard 36-pin parallel connector on one end, which is plugged into the
parallel port located on the back of the printer. The other end of the parallel
interface cable connects to the printer connector at the host computer.
For pinout information, refer to page 72.
Ethernet Interface Requirements
Ethernet provides a powerful networking capability that can be of use in a
variety of internet/intranet printing solutions. After you load media and
close the top cover, you can press the test button next to the connector on
the rear of the printer to get an ethernet configuration label.
Serial Interface Requirements
The required cable must have a nine-pin “D” type (DB-9P) male connector
on one end, which is plugged into the mating (DB-9S) serial port located on
the back of the printer. The other end of this signal interface cable connects
to a serial port at the host computer. Depending on the specific interface
requirements, this will most likely be a null modem cable.
For pinout information, refer to page 74
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Communicating with the Printer
Universal Serial Bus (USB) Communications
The printer is a terminal device when using a universal serial bus interface.
You can refer to the Universal Serial Bus Specification for details regarding
this interface.
Parallel Communications
When using the parallel port, typically there is no setup is required once the
cable is plugged in. If you should encounter any problems, consult the
user’s guide that came with your computer.
Internal Ethernet Communications
For details regarding this interface, refer to the ethernet guide from the
manufacturer.
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