The Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus are capable of using various types of media. These include continuous roll and fanfold media as labels or card stock with optional perforations and registration holes. Refer to Printer Basics on page 33 for a detailed description of loading label media and ribbon. Ribbon is a thin film carrying wax or wax resin that is transferred to the media during the thermal transfer process. Direct thermal media does not require the use of a ribbon, but printhead life may be shortened because of the abrasion of direct contact with the media.
Printhead life may be reduced by the abrasion from exposed paper fibers when using perforated media. If the ribbon is narrower than the media, areas of the printhead are unprotected and subject to premature wear. The following is a description of the various types of media approved for use in the Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus printers. Non-continuous web media shown below refers to individual labels separated by a gap, notch, or hole.
When you look at the media, you can tell where one label ends and the next one begins. The illustration below shows samples of all three. The noncontinuous with gaps, is individual labels on a continuous liner. Non-continuous black mark labels have black marks printed on the back of the liner indicating the start and end of each label shown below. Continuous media shown below is one uninterrupted roll of material without gaps, holes, notches, or black marks that allows the image to be printed anywhere on the label.
Print modes are displayed on the LCD on the front panel of the printer. Print modes should match the media and printer options chosen. Print mode choices are listed in the table below. Liner material is peeled away from the label as it is printed. After the printed label is removed the next label prints. One method of media loading is shown in the illustration below. For more detailed instructions, as well as information about how to load the different types of media and the various printing modes, see Printer Basics on page If the media is thermal transfer material, you must load a ribbon to print labels.
See the illustration below. If the media is direct thermal material, do not load a ribbon. The Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus automatically calibrate on power up. During auto calibration, the printer determines the label length and sensor settings. Auto calibration occurs when the printer is turned on and each time the printer recovers from an error condition. The printer begins auto calibration when all errors have been cleared. The results of the auto calibration are stored in the printer's memory and are retained even if printer power is removed.
These parameters remain in effect until the next calibration is performed. This adjustment may be necessary if printing is too light on one side or if thick media is used. The pressure adjustment dials for the Z4Mplus each have four possible settings designated by blocks of increasing size embossed on the print mechanism. The smallest block fully counterclockwise is considered position 1 and the largest block fully clockwise is considered position 4.
The same is true for the Z6Mplus, except it has 7 positions. Use the tables below, depending upon which printer you have, to select the initial dial settings for your media. Some media types require higher pressure to print well. For these media, increase both dials one position. If the media tends to shift to the left while printing, increase the right dial setting one position or decrease the left dial setting one position. If the media tends to shift to the right while printing, increase the left dial setting one position or decrease the right dial setting one position.
The instructions below apply if the printer has a rewind option. Refer to the illustration below. Do the adjustments in the order given. Do only what is needed to solve the problem. Turn the adjustment dial clockwise to align the media toward the mainframe.
Turn the dial counter clockwise to align the media away from the mainframe. Print a configuration label to test the printer setup. Do this when the printer is first installed, or when the printer cannot properly detect the top of the label.
Turn the printer Off O. See the Front Panel illustration on page 3. If the test label printed correctly, go to Communication on page Welcome to ManualMachine. We have sent a verification link to to complete your registration.
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Printer Software and Firmware License Agreement 9. Table of Contents Printer Diagnostics. Preface The Preface discusses the topics and illustrates standards that are used throughout this guide. Contents Contacts. Web address: www. Printer Setup Provides instructions for loading media and ribbon. Communication Describes communications options and their connections. Printer Basics Discusses detailed functions of controls and lights.
Configuration Discusses detailed configuration settings. Routine Care and Adjustments Discusses printer cleaning and minor adjustments. Troubleshooting Discusses errors and warnings, print quality, and printer diagnostics. Specifications Lists all printer specifications. Skip to Navigation Skip to Main Content. Toggle SideBar. Zebra Support Community. Search Support Community Adjusting media sensors, paper out errors, print drift, labels stopping, skipping and print not lining up on the ZM printers.
Printer configurations can be viewed and altered. Overview The printer can be used for a variety of media and verifying the media related settings is required when any problems are encountered. By default the printer will calibrate and function correctly with the most commonly used standard gap labels. Problems can occur if there are specific setting required to use other types of labels or if the configuration settings are altered by mis-configured driver or label printing applications, or incorrectly altering LCD configuration settings.
In summary the supplies you use in the printer. Procedure 1. Here are the details you should know for printer media setup and configuration. There are no ribbon spindles or settings.
U nderstanding the Media Sensors The printer comes with two sensors for label tracking based on the Media Type used. Transmissive Sensor — This is adjustable position sensor that has a red light to helps you to position for proper sensor placement.
It can be viewed when the printhead is opened and the printer is powered on. This sensor is used for sensing label Gaps, Holes, and Notches. Positioning the moveable sensor The moveable or adjustable position sensor must be placed so the top of form can be detected.
This can be an inter-label gap, a hole or notch. When using typical labels on a backing with an inter-label gap, the sensor can be positioned along the width of the label as long as it is not over the rounded edge. If using a hole or notch position the sensor's red light directly under the hole or notch so it is seen as the labels feed. For more information on this option, see the.
Data cables must be fully shielded and fitted with metal or metallized connector shells. Shielded cables and connectors are required to prevent radiation and reception of electrical noise. Use of unshielded cables may increase radiation above the Class B limits. The printer can use various types of media Table 4. Zebra strongly recommends the use of Zebra-brand supplies for continuous high-quality printing. A wide range of paper, polypropylene, polyester, and vinyl stock has been specifically engineered to enhance the printing capabilities of the printer and to prevent premature printhead wear.
Ribbon is a thin film that is coated on one side with wax, resin, or wax resin, which is transferred to the media during the thermal transfer process. The media determines whether you need to use ribbon and how wide the ribbon must be. When ribbon is used, it must be as wide as or wider than the media being used.
If the ribbon is narrower than the media, areas of the printhead are unprotected and subject to premature wear. Thermal transfer media requires ribbon for printing while direct thermal media does not. To determine if ribbon must be used with a particular media, perform a media scratch test. Scratch the print surface of the media rapidly with your fingernail.
Did a black mark appear on the media? Ribbon can be wound with the coated side on the inside or outside Figure This printer can only use ribbon that is coated on the outside. If you are unsure which side of a particular roll of ribbon is coated, perform an adhesive test or a ribbon scratch test to determine which side is coated.
If you have labels available, perform the adhesive test to determine which side of a ribbon is coated. This method works well for ribbon that is already installed.
Peel a label from its liner. Press a corner of the sticky side of the label to the outer surface of the roll of ribbon. Peel the label off of the ribbon.
Observe the results. Did flakes or particles of ink from the ribbon adhere to the label? The ribbon is coated on the inner surface and cannot be. Unroll a short length of ribbon. Place the unrolled section of ribbon on a piece of paper with the outer surface of the ribbon in contact with the paper.
Scratch the inner surface of the unrolled ribbon with your fingernail. Lift the ribbon from the paper. Did the ribbon leave a mark on the paper? The printer can print on roll or fanfold media and use different print modes for label removal.
The methods for loading media for each print mode follow in this section. Use a print mode that matches the media being used and the printer options available Table 5. For more information on the types of media, see Types of Media on page Exposed media may become dirty when handled or stored. To start a roll of media, remove and discard one full revolution of labels or tags and any liner. This section shows how to insert roll or fanfold media into the printer. Fanfold media is loaded the same way as roll media, except the media is stored outside of the printer.
See Figure 15 on page 31 for an illustration. See Media Specifications on page for the core sizes that your printer supports. Flip down the media supply guide. Place the roll of media on the media supply hanger. Push the roll as far back as it will go. Flip up the media supply guide, and then slide it in until it touches, but does not restrict, the edge of the roll.
Continue with the media loading procedure for the desired print mode. Thread the fanfold media through the bottom or rear access slot. Drape the media over the media supply hanger. Flip up the media supply guide, and then slide it in until it touches, but does not restrict, the edge of the media. Figure 15 shows roll and fanfold media loaded in Tear-Off mode, which is the default print mode.
The instructions in this section apply to all printers, including those that have the peel-off, cutter, and rewind options. Set the printer to Tear-Off mode. See Select Print Mode on page 75 for instructions.
Insert media into the printer. See Insert Media into the Printer on page 29 for instructions. Press the printhead release latch to open the printhead assembly. Lift the printhead until it latches open. Feed the media under the dancer assembly 1 , through the slot in the transmissive sensor 2 —standard transmissive sensor shown , and under the ribbon sensor 3. Push the media to the back of the transmissive sensor 1. Slide in the media guide 2 until it just touches the edge of the media.
The peel assembly consists of several spring-loaded rollers to ensure the proper roller pressure. Use the peel release lever and your right hand to open and close the peel assembly. Doing this will keep your fingers away from the rollers. Set the printer to Peel-Off mode. Slide out the media guide. Feed the media under the dancer assembly 1 , through the slot in the transmissive sensor 2—standard transmissive sensor shown , and under the ribbon sensor 3.
Push down the peel-off mechanism release lever to open the peel assembly. Pull approximately 18 in. Remove the exposed labels so that only the liner remains. Make sure that the end of the liner falls outside of the printer.
Close the printhead assembly. Do not use your left hand to assist in closing. Slide the liner into the slot in the liner take-up spindle 1. Turn the spindle assembly counterclockwise a few times to snug the liner. Peeling starts automatically. See Figure Pull the liner slide tab 1 toward you until it stops about a third of the way down the liner take-up spindle 2. This section applies only if the Cutter Mode is installed Figure Set the printer to Cutter mode.
Do not touch or rub the blade with your fingers. Feed the media under the dancer assembly 1 , through the slot in the transmissive sensor 2 —standard transmissive sensor shown , under the ribbon sensor 3 , and through the cutter 4. Welcome to ManualMachine. We have sent a verification link to to complete your registration.
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Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. How This Document Is Organized The User Guide is set up as follows: Section Description Introduction on page 7 This section shows the operational controls and location of major components used when loading media and ribbon. Printer Setup on page 13 This section provides the tasks that you must complete and the issues that you must consider before you load and configure your printer.
Operations on page 27 This section provides the procedures for loading and calibrating the printer. Configuration on page 67 This section describes the control panel parameters that are used to configure the printer for operation.
Routine Maintenance on page This section provides routine cleaning and maintenance procedures. Troubleshooting on page This section provides information about errors that you might need to troubleshoot.
Assorted diagnostic tests are included. Data Ports on page This section describes the standard communication ports available to connect the printer to your computer or network. Specifications on page This section provides the features of and specifications for the printer. Vernon Hills, Illinois High Wycombe France: Tsfrance zebra. About This Document 5 Document Conventions Illustration Callouts Callouts are used when an illustration contains information that needs to be labeled and described.
Contents External View. Press and hold for several seconds to cancel all print jobs in memory. On The printer is on. On The printer has stopped all printing operations. Slow flashing The printer cannot accept more data from the host. Fast flashing The printer is receiving data. On A partial format has been received and no subsequent data activity. Contents Before You Begin. Unpack and Inspect the Printer When you receive the printer, immediately unpack it and inspect for shipping damage.
Store the Printer If you are not placing the printer into immediate operation, repackage it using the original packing materials. Recycle the Printer This printer is recyclable. Select a Surface Select a solid, level surface of sufficient size and strength to accommodate the printer and other equipment such as a computer , if necessary.
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