Zebra Technologies ZXP 7 User Manual
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ZXP Series 7™
P1036101-002
User’s Manual
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that it is accurate with regard to any specification. Zebra Technologies Corporation reserves
the right to make changes, for the purpose of product improvement, at any time.
Trademarks
ZXP Series 7 is a trademark and Zebra is a registered trademark of Zebra Technologies
Corporation. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States
and other countries. All other trademarks or registered trademarks are marks of their
respective holders.
Product Disposal
Product Disposal Information • Do not dispose of this product in unsorted municipal
waste. This product is recyclable, and should be recycled according to your local
standards. For more information, please see our web site at:
http://www.zebra.com/environment
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Compliance and Regulatory Statements
FCC - Compliance Statement (USA)
This device complies with Part 15 rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class A Digital Devices, pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the product
manuals, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, the user is encouraged to do one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and 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 RF service technician for help.
Important:
1. The radio must be installed with a minimum 20 cm separation between the user and the antenna.
2. The radio must not be co-located or used in simultaneous transmitting condition with another radio.
3. The host system shall have a label to indicate that the system contains a certified module.
An example is “Contains FCC ID : I28-W2WLAN11G , IC ID: 3798B-W2WLAN11G; or
”Contains FCC ID : I28-RFIDM6EM , IC ID: 3798B-RFIDM6EM.”
4. The radio is for indoor use only in the 5150-5250 GHz frequency range.
The user is cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Zebra Technologies
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. To ensure compliance, this printer must be used
with fully shielded communication cables.
Brasil - Aviso da Anatel
Este equipamento opera em caráter secundário, isto é, não tem direito a proteção contra interferência
prejudicial, mesmo de estações do mesmo tipo, e não pode causar interferência a sistemas operando em
caráter primário.
"Este produto está homologado pela ANATEL, de acordo com os procedimentos regulamentados pela
Resolução 242/2000, e atende aos requisitos técnicos aplicados"
Para maiores informações, consulte o site da ANATEL www.anatel.gov.br
Agência Nacional
de Telecomunicações
Canadian DOC Compliance Statement
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Industry Canada (IC) Warning
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada ap-plicables aux appareils radio exempts
de licence. L'exploitation est auto-risée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire
de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le
brouillage est susceptible d'en compro-mettre le fonctionnement.
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: 1) This device may not cause interference., 2) This device must accept any
interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
UHF RFID Approved Antenna information
Wireless Approved Antenna information
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Only Zebra approved antennas are allowed and cannot be user replaceable.
Antenna PN: Zebra Technologies P1033567-01
Type: Patch
Gain: -10 dBi
Only Zebra approved antennas are allowed and cannot be user replaceable.
802.11 b/g
Antenna PN: Laird Technologies WCR2400SMRP
Gain: 1.3 dBi @ 2.4 GHz
Impedance: 50 Ω
Agency Approvals
Zebra ZXP Series 7 Card Printer complies with following applicable directives and standards
for the ITE: Residential, Commercial & Light Industry environments
• For US/Canada/Mexico/Australia&NZ
• FCC Class A, CFR 47, Part 15 Subpart B
• Part15 Subpart C
• Canadian STD RSS-210
•NOM-NYCE (Mexico)
• EN60950: EN60950-1 Safety Standard (TUV & NRTL)
• RCM (Australia)
• For Europe (Applicable Directives and Supporting Standards):
• 2004/108/EC EMC Directive, EN55022: Class A,
• EN55024, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3,
• 2006/95/EC LVD Directive, EN60950-1, CB Scheme
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Declarations of Conformity
ZEBRA TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION
Declares that the following Information Technology Equipment
complies with following applicable directives and standards for the
ITE: Residential, Commercial & Light Industry environments
Applicable Directives and Supporting Standards:
2004/108/EC EMC Directive, EN55022:2010 Class A,
EN55024: 2010, EN61000-3-2:2006+A2:2009, EN61000-3-3:2008
2006/95/EC LVD Directive, EN60950-1:2006+A1:2010, CB Scheme
Applicable Directives and Supporting Standards:
99/5/EC R&TTE Directive, ETSI EN 301 489-3 V1.4.1 (2002-08), EN 300 220-2 V2.1.2 (2007-06)
For a formal certificate, please contact the Compliance Office at Zebra’s Agoura Hills facility.
Zebra ZXP Series 7 Card Printer
RFID Enabled
EUROPE:
Norway Only: This product is also designed for IT power system with phase to phase
voltage 230V. Earth grounding is via the polarized, 3-wire power cord.
FI: “Laite on liitettävä suojamaadoitus koskettimilla varustettuun pistorasiaan”
SE: “Apparaten skall anslutas till jordat uttag”
NO: “Apparatet må tilkoples jordet stikkontakt”
Japanese Notification
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Note • Indicates information that emphasizes or supplements important points of the
main text.
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importance of specific information in the text.
Provides an example or scenario to demonstrate or clarify a section of text.
Electrostatic Discharge • Warns you of the potential for electrostatic discharge damage
to parts and assemblies.
Electric Shock • Warns you of a potential electric shock situation.
Hot Surface • Warns you of a situation where excessive heat could cause a burn.
Caution • Advises you that failure to take or avoid a specific action could result in
physical harm to you, or could result in physical damage to the hardware.
Zebra Supplies
Genuine Zebra supplies meet stringent quality standards and are recommended for optimal
printing quality and proper printer performance. ZXP Series 7 printers are designed to work
only with Zebra True Colours
http://www.zebra.com/supplies.
Zebra Contacts
Support and Services: http://www.zebra.com/contact
Knowledge Base: https://km.zebra.com
®
Ribbons and Zebra True Secure™ Laminates. For details, go to
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Contents
1 • Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Printer Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
2 • Installation and Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
General Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Unpacking the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Loading Cards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Installing the Feeder Cartridge and Output Hopper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Installing the Dual Cleaning Cartridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Installing the Manual Feed Cleaning Cassette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Loading a Print Ribbon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Loading the Laminate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Connecting Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Connecting the Printer to your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Installing the Windows Printer Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
3 • Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Printing a Test Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Manual Card Feed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Operator Control Panel (OCP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
4 • Printer Settings and Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Printer Properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Printing Preferences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
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5 • ZXP Series Toolbox. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
ZXP Series Toolbox Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Print Test Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Advanced Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Print Viewer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
6 • Cleaning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Cleaning the Printer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Cleaning the Laminator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Dual Cleaning Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Manual Feed Cleaning Cassette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
7 • Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
OCP Test Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Ethernet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
8 • Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Standard features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Optional features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Appendix A • Connecting to a Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Appendix B • Accessing a Network Printer via a Web Browser . . . . . 167
Appendix C • WiFi Connectivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
Appendix D • Magnetic Card Encoder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
Appendix E • Smart Card Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
Appendix F • Barcode Reader. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
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Introduction
Description
This Manual provides detailed information on the installation and operation of Zebra
ZXP Series 7 Card Printers manufactured by Zebra Technologies Corporation.
The ZXP Series 7 offers the choice of single- or dual-sided direct to card printers with a range
of options that can be installed in the factory or added later so the printer can be scaled as
business needs grow or demands change.
The single-sided Laminator lays down and seals a laminating film on the top surface of the
printed card for added security; the dual-sided Laminator lays down and seals laminating
film on both the top and bottom surfaces of the printed card. A variety of Laminating Films
are available for specific uses; for details, go to
References to “the printer” in this document apply to either the single-sided or the dualsided Printer.; similarly, references to “the laminator” apply to either the single-sided or the
dual- sided Laminator.
http://www.zebra.com/supplies.
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Print Cover
Release Button
Output
Hopper
Feeder Cartridge
Manual
Feed Slot
Operator Control
Panel (OCP)
Reject Bin
Ribbon Drawer
Options Cover
Laminator Cover
Release Button
Laminator
Bottom Cover
Print Cover
Release Button
Feeder Cartridge
Manual
Feed Slot
Reject Bin
Ribbon Drawer
Options Cover
Output
Hopper
Operator Control
Panel (OCP)
Printer Components
Printer Components
Printer only
Printer with Laminator
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General Information
This section will guide you through the installation and setup of your Card Printer. This
consists of the following procedures, which should be performed in the order presented.
2
• Unpacking the Printer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
• Loading Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
• Installing the Dual Cleaning Cartridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
• Installing the Manual Feed Cleaning Cassette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
• Loading a Print Ribbon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
• Loading the Laminate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
• Connecting Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
• Connecting the Printer to your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
• Installing the Windows Printer Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
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Unpacking the Printer
Unpacking the Printer
Printer without a Laminator
Step 1. Inspect the shipping container to ensure that no damage has occurred during
shipment. If any damage is apparent, file a claim with the shipper.
Step 2. Open the shipping container.
Step 3. Remove the packing material and accessories.
Important • Save all the packing material and the shipping carton in case the Printer needs to
be moved or shipped. If the original material is lost or damaged, a replacement Shipping Kit
can be ordered from Zebra.
Step 4. Make sure the following items are included with the Printer:
Quick Start Guide CD-ROM with InstallWizard Dual Cleaning Cartridge
USB
Manual Feed
Cleaning Cassette
Feeder Cartridge Output Hopper
USB Cable Power Cable
If any items are missing, please contact your supplier.
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Unpacking the Printer
Caution • The Printer weighs approximately 12.2 kg (26.9 lbs). Use two people to lift it
out of the shipping carton.
Step 5. Lift the Printer and Laminator out of the carton by holding it with both hands.
Step 6. Place the Printer in a location that meets the following requirements:
Important • When moving the printer from storage (23º F/-5º C to 158º F/70º C) to the
operating area (59º F/15º C to 95º F/35º C), allow time to acclimate prior to operation.
• A reasonably dust-free and dirt-free environment.
• Flat surface at least 30 in (762 mm) x 12 in (305 mm) that can support the
weight of the Printer; additional space preferred. Allow a 4-inch clearance,
minimum, on all sides.
• Vertical clearance at least 32 in (813 mm).
• Temperature within the range of 59° to 95°F (15° to 35°C).
• Relative humidity 20 to 80% inclusive, non-condensing.
• Auto-switching single-phase AC Power, 90V~264V AC, 47-63Hz (50-60Hz
nominal); see Electrical specifications on page 157 for power consumption.
Step 7. Remove the Printer from the protective bag.
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Single
Sided &
Dual
Sided
Dual
Sided
only
Unpacking the Printer
Printer with a Laminator
Step 1. Inspect the shipping container to ensure that no damage has occurred during
shipment. If any damage is apparent, file a claim with the shipper.
Step 2. Open the shipping container.
Step 3. Remove the packing material and accessories.
Important • Save all the packing material and the shipping carton in case the Printer needs to
be moved or shipped. If the original material is lost or damaged, a replacement Shipping Kit
can be ordered from Zebra.
Step 4. Make sure the following items are included with the Printer:
Quick Start Guide CD-ROM with InstallWizard Dual Cleaning Cartridge
Laminate Cassette(s) Feeder Cartridge Output Hopper
USB
Manual Feed
Cleaning Cassette
USB Cable Power Cable
If any items are missing, please contact your supplier.
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Unpacking the Printer
Caution • The Printer with Laminator weighs approximately 17.9 kg (39.5 lbs). Use two
people to lift it out of the shipping carton.
Step 5. Lift the Printer out of the carton by holding it with both hands.
Step 6. Place the Printer in a location that meets the following requirements:
Important • When moving the printer from storage (23º F/-5º C to 158º F/70º C) to the
operating area (59º F/15º C to 95º F/35º C), allow time to acclimate prior to operation.
• A reasonably dust-free and dirt-free environment.
• Flat surface at least 40 in (1016 mm) x 12 in (305 mm) that can support the
weight of the Printer; additional space preferred. Allow a 4-inch clearance,
minimum, on all sides.
• Vertical clearance at least 32 in (813 mm).
• Temperature within the range of 59° to 95°F (15° to 35°C).
• Relative humidity 20 to 80% inclusive, non-condensing.
• Auto-switching single-phase AC Power, 90V~264V AC, 47-63Hz (50-60Hz
nominal); see Electrical specifications on page 157 for power consumption.
Step 7. Remove the Printer from the protective bag.
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Loading Cards
Loading Cards
Caution • DO NOT bend cards or touch print surfaces as this can reduce print quality.
The surface of the cards must remain clean and dust free. Always store cards in an
enclosed container. Ideally, use cards as soon as possible after unwrapping.
Step 1. Remove the wrapping from the card stack.
Step 2. Holding the card stack by the sides (do not touch the print surfaces), hold it
vertically against a flat surface such as a desktop. If the stack is too thick for your
hand to hold it comfortably, use about half a stack at a time.
Step 3. Push the stack back and forth to an angle of about 45
all of the cards.
Note • Static charges and edge burrs from the card die-cutting process can render individual
cards stuck together with significant adhesion force. These cards must be physically
separated from each other before inserting into the feeder; if not separated, feeding or
printing problems may occur.
Step 4. Restore the card stack to its original squared-off condition.
° from vertical, so as to separate
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Loading Cards
Step 5. Open the Feeder Cartridge Door, and slide the Card Stack Pusher all the way to the
right, until it locks in place.
Step 6. Place the card stack in the Feeder Cartridge in the correct orientation shown below.
For Cards with a Barcode, see Appendix F for details.
Step 7. For optimum performance, ensure that the cards are fully seated; then close the
Feeder Cartridge Door.
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2
Installing the Feeder Cartridge and Output Hopper
Installing the Feeder Cartridge and Output Hopper
Feeder Cartridge
The Feeder Cartridge is positioned on the right side of the Printer and holds the cards to
be printed. Note that once in place, you can add cards as needed to the Feeder Cartridge
without removing it from the Printer.
Step 1. Install the Feeder Cartridge by sliding it down and to the left into the receptacle.
You will need to apply enough pressure for it to “snap” and lock securely into place.
Step 2. Ensure that the Feeder Cartridge locks securely in place.
Output Hopper
The Output Hopper is positioned on the left side of the Printer and receives the printed cards.
Step 1. Install the Output Hopper by inserting the two tabs on the right side of the hopper
into the two slots on the left side of the Printer.
Step 2. Ensure that the Output Hopper locks securely in place.
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Installing the Dual Cleaning Cartridge
The Dual Cleaning Cartridge cleans the cards entering the Printer from the Feeder Cartridge.
The cartridge consists of a cartridge frame and two adhesive rollers.
Step 1. Locate the cartridge frame and the two adhesive rollers.
Step 2. Insert the adhesive rollers into the cartridge frame.
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Installing the Dual Cleaning Cartridge
Step 3. Peel the protective wrapper from the adhesive rollers to expose the sticky surface.
Do not touch the sticky surface.
Step 4. The Dual Cleaning Cartridge is ready to use.
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Installing the Dual Cleaning Cartridge
Step 5. Open the Options Cover.
Step 6. Locate the area where the Dual Cleaning Cartridge will be installed.
Step 7. Hold the cartridge by the extended handle.
Step 8. Insert the lip of the cartridge into the slot, and push forward, into the printer, until it
snaps into place.
Step 9. If you are also installing the Manual Feed Cleaning Cassette, continue to the next
page; otherwise, close the Options Cover.
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Installing the Manual Feed Cleaning Cassette
Installing the Manual Feed Cleaning Cassette
The Manual Feed Cleaning Cassette cleans the cards entering the Printer from the Manual
Feed Slot. The cassette consists of a frame and an adhesive roller.
Step 1. Locate the cassette frame and adhesive roller.
Step 2. Insert the adhesive roller into the cassette frame.
Step 3. Peel the protective wrapper from the adhesive roller to expose the sticky surface.
Do not touch the sticky surface.
Step 4. The Manual Feed Cleaning Cassette is ready to use.
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Installing the Manual Feed Cleaning Cassette
Step 5. If not already done, open the Options Cover.
Step 6. Locate the area where the Manual Feed Cleaning Cassette will be installed.
Step 7. Hold the cassette by the extended handle.
Step 8. Slide the cassette into place.
Step 9. Insert the lip of the cassette into the slot in the back panel.
Step 10. Press the cassette down until it seats and latches.
Step 11. Close the Options Cover.
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Loading a Print Ribbon
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The ZXP Series 7 Printer is designed to work only with Zebra True Colours® Ribbons in order
to achieve rich, vibrant image production over the full-color spectrum.
Step 1. Press the Print Cover Release Button.
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Loading a Print Ribbon
Step 2. Open the Print Cover.
Step 3. Slide out the Ribbon Drawer until it stops. It is not necessary to remove it.
Step 4. Remove the printhead protective foam, if present.
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Loading a Print Ribbon
Step 5. Take the print ribbon out of the box.
Step 6. Carefully unroll the print ribbon. Note that there is a clear leader with a sticky
surface holding the print ribbon in place. This leader needs to be pulled free and
rolled onto the take-up spool.
Step 7. Make sure the print ribbon comes off the bottom of the supply spool and feeds to the
bottom of the take-up spool.
Step 8. Set the print ribbon supply spool (PURPLE) into the supply carrier (PURPLE).
Step 9. Set the empty take-up spool (BLUE) into the take-up carrier (BLUE).
Step 10. Rotate the spools as required to take up excess slack in the ribbon.
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Step 11. Close the Ribbon Drawer.
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Loading a Print Ribbon
Step 12. Close the Print Cover, and press down until it latches securely.
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Loading the Laminate
Loading the Laminate
Opening the Laminator
Note • The Lower Laminate Cassette is only present on the dual-sided laminator.
Step 1. Press the Laminator Cover Release Button, and lift the cover to its upright position. It
will remain in that position.
Step 2. Open the Laminator Bottom Cover.
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Removing the Laminate Cassette(s)
Step 1. Rotate the locking lever in the direction indicated in the figure below.
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Loading the Laminate
Step 2. Rotate the cassette to the mechanical stop in the direction indicated below.
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Loading the Laminate
Step 3. Remove the cassette(s) by pulling each cassette straight out from its spindle.
Step 4. Open the cassette(s), like a clam shell, by separating its two halves. Grasp the two
halves firmly with your fingers, then pull it apart. Do NOT use tools. (Upper
Laminate Cassette shown.)
Step 5. If there is an empty laminate core in the cassette, remove it.
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Loading the Laminate Cassette(s)
Step 1. Remove a new roll of laminate from its packaging. There are two different laminate
rolls, one for the Upper Cassette (Blue) and one for the Lower Cassette (Gold).
Important • The geared flange on the laminate spool is removable, but do not remove it. If it
does come off, snap it back onto the end of the spool.
Step 2. Place the roll of laminate in the Upper Laminate Cassette (present on both the
single-sided laminator and dual-sided laminator). Note the orientation of the laminate
spool with respect to the laminate cassette as shown in the figure below.
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Loading the Laminate
Step 3. Pull out an inch or two of laminate past the lip of the cassette.
Step 4. Close the cassette by firmly pressing the “clamshell” together. You will hear a click
and feel a detent when the halves of the cassette seat together.
Step 5. Remove a second new roll of laminate from its packaging (for dual-sided
laminator only).
Step 6. Place the roll of laminate in the Lower Laminate Cassette (present on the dual-
sided laminator only). Note the orientation of the laminate spool with respect to the
laminate cassette as shown in the figure below.
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Loading the Laminate
Step 7. Pull out an inch or two of laminate past the lip of the cassette.
Step 8. Close the cassette by firmly pressing the “clamshell” together. You will hear a click
and feel a detent when the halves of the cassette seat together.
Step 9. Cut the laminate square (as close to perpendicular as possible) with scissors. Hold the
scissors in one hand. Hold the cassette with the other hand. Press the laminate firmly
against the white roller thereby keeping the laminate from moving while cutting.
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