Zebra S-500 Betriebsanweisung

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Storage and ReshippingIf you are not placing the Zebra Stripe Printer into operation immediately, repackage itusing the original packing materials. Th

Voltage SelectionThe Stripe is available from the factory preset for either 100-120 VAC electrical poweror 220-240 VAC electrical power. Refer to the

CommunicationsThe Stripe comes with either an Electronics Industries Association (EIA) RS-232 serialdata interface or a factory-installed parallel int

Media and RibbonLoading MediaNOTE: A Media Calibration must be performed when media and ribbon (if used) are first in-stalled in the printer, or when

Fanfold Media LoadingFanfold media, from outside the printer, feeds through either the bottom or rear accessslot.To load fanfold media, thread the med

Figure 4 Fanfold Media Loading in Tear-Off ModeFigure 5 Cutter Mode Media Loading1Getting Started7

Peel-Off Mode Media Loading (Peel-Off Option Required)Figure 6 illustrates an S-500 printer with the Peel-Off Option.To insure proper media loading, s

Removing the Label Backing Material (Peel Off Option Required)When the amount of backing wound on the Backing Rewind Spindle reaches fullcapacity, the

Adjusting the Media SensorWhen the Stripe printer is powered ON, it performs a self test and configures itsoperating characteristics. Some of these ch

Ribbon LoadingAdjusting the Ribbon Supply SpindleRibbon Supply Spindle: Normal PositionIn the Normal Position, the “ Dual-Tension” Ribbon Supply Spind

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Loading the RibbonTo load ribbon, see Figure 9 and follow the procedure below.Note: Use ribbon that is wider than the media. The smooth backing of the

Initial Printer TestTo insure proper sensing of the media and ribbon, perform a Media Calibration. Thisprocedure establishes the media parameters for

Configuration ModeThe Configuration Mode allows you to fine-tune the internal printer configurationsettings for your application. In this mode, you ca

3. Turn the power switch ON. When the Power ON Self Test is complete, thePOWER and PAUSE lights will be ON and the PRINTHEAD light will FLASH.4. Press

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2 OperationOperating Your Zebra Stripe PrinterNow that your printer is ready for operation, how does it work? The Zebra Stripe Printeris designed to r

printing. The PAPER/RIBBON light flashes to indicate this condition. To remove thebacking from the Rewind Spindle, see page 9.Cutter Mode (Factory-Ins

Figure 11 AC Power ON/OFF Switch Figure 12 Zebra Stripe Printer Front Panel2Operation 19

Front Panel KeysPAUSE Key Starts and stops the printing process. - If the printer is not printing: no printing can occur- Printing: printing stops on

Printer Status Sensors The Zebra Stripe Printer contains several status sensors. These sensors alert the operator tovarious conditions by either stopp

Warranty Information1. Printer WarrantyZEBRA® printers, excluding thermal printheads which are warranted separately below, are warranted againstdefect

Figure 14 Backing Rewind Spindle Full Sensor PositionFigure 15 Label Available Sensor Position Operation22

Sample ZPL II Label FormatsZPL II® is Zebra Technologies Corporation’s Zebra Programming Language II labeldesign language. ZPL II lets you create a wi

Format 2: Saving a Label Format As a Graphic ImageLine#Type this label format: You’ll get this printout:123456789^XA^LH30,30^FO20,10^AD^FDZEBRA^FS^FO2

3 Routine Care and AdjustmentCleaningCAUTION: Use only the cleaning agents indicated below. Zebra TechnologiesCorporation will not be responsible for

Cleaning the PrintheadInconsistent print quality, such as voids in the bar code or graphics, may indicate a dirtyprinthead. For optimum performance, Z

Cleaning the Cutter Module (For Printers Equipped with the Optional Cutter)The Cutter Module requires periodic cleaning to remove paper dust and gumme

I. Remove the Cutter Module from the printer.1. Turn the printer’s AC power OFF.2. Raise the printer’s Media Access Door and lower the printer’s Fron

II. Disassemble the Cutter Module.1. See Figure 20. Hold the Cutter Module as illustrated. Put your thumbs on the two Wire SpringLoops and your index

IV. Reassemble the Cutter Module.1. See Figure 22. Position the two Wire Springs down against the Lower Cutter Blade.2. Place the Rear Cutter Blade G

Figure 23 Reassembled Cutter ModuleFigure 24 Cutter Module Reinstallation3Routine Care and Adjustment31

All statements, technical information and recommendations relating to ZEBRA Products are basedupon tests believed to be reliable but do not constitute

V. Reinstall the Cutter Module.1. See Figure 19. Position the Cutter Module above the Cutter Mounting Posts. Press down onthe Cutter Module until the

Mechanical AdjustmentsThe Stripe printer has been designed with minimal operator adjustments required.Print Quality AdjustmentsIn the factory, the Str

Toggle Pressure AdjustmentThe Toggle Assembly presses the printhead against the ribbon (if used), the media, andthe platen.The pressure applied by the

Media Sensor Position AdjustmentThis procedure was covered in Chapter 1. See page 10.Ribbon Supply Spindle AdjustmentThis procedure was covered in Cha

When the Power Roller is properly adjusted, the backing material should have eventension across its entire width and be wrapped snugly around all Guid

4 Troubleshooting and DiagnosticsIf the Zebra Stripe Printer operates in an abnormal fashion, consult the TroubleshootingTable below. The Printer Diag

Troubleshooting TableSymptom Diagnosis ActionPrinter stops, PAUSE light ONand PAPER/ RIBBON lightFLASHING.Ribbon incorrectly or notloaded.Load ribbon

Troubleshooting TableSymptom Diagnosis ActionTruncated print, no print, orFEED Key operates incorrectlywhile using non-continuousmedia.Media or ribbon

Troubleshooting TableSymptom Diagnosis ActionWhen using wide ribbon (over2.4"), the image gets lighter orsmears near the end of theroll of ribbon

Troubleshooting TableSymptom Diagnosis ActionPrinting stops.PAPER/RIBBON,PAUSE, andCANCEL lights onOut of media. Load media. See Chapter 1.Forprinters

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CANCEL Key Self TestThis self test prints the printer’sconfiguration parameters that arecurrently stored in Configuration(EEPROM) Memory. See Figure 2

FEED Key Self TestThe results of this self test will be used to determine the best Darkness Setting for aspecific media/ribbon combination.See Figure

MODE Key Self TestThis self test places the printer in aCommunications Diagnostics Mode. In this mode,the printer prints the ASCII characters and thei

Note: Your printer may not have all of the options described in these specifications.−

• Tear-off mode: Produced in strips• Peel-off mode (S-500 only): Dispensed and peeled from the liner• Cutter mode (S-500 only): Printed and individual

• 512 KB RAM Expansion (for a total of 1 MB RAM) (S-500 only)• 256 KB RAM Expansion (for a total of 512 KB RAM) (S-300 only)• * 256 KB Battery Backed-

For more information on fonts, refer to your ZPL II Programming Guide.8 Dots/mm PrintheadFontsDot Matrix(h x w)(Defaults)Type*MinimumCharacterSize (h

There are many optional character fonts that can be purchased for your Stripe inaddition to those which are standard in the unit. From time to time, a

CG Times - Standard 0123456789.,?!AaBbCcDdEeFfGgCG Times - Bold 0123456789.,?!AaBbCcDdEeFfGgHhCG Times - Italic 0123456789.,?!AaBbCcDdEeFfGgHhI

Adjust the Media Rest Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Adjust the Position of the Top of the Label.

6 Support ServicesHow to Reach UsWhich number do you need?Zebra Technologies Corporation, USAZebra TechnologiesEurope Limited, UKInquiry Department: F

Technical Support Service via TelephoneBefore you call - Misunderstanding instructions or omitting a step are the most commonsources of error. Please

Zebra Technologies CorporationService FormZebra Technologies Corporation333 Corporate Woods ParkwayVernon Hills, Illinois 60061-3109Phone Number: (84

Product Service and Support Programs At Zebra Technologies, our service and support goal is to keep your printer performingoptimally. Zebra Technical

Wang Customer Services DivisionZebra Technologies’ Authorized National Service Supplier provides On-SiteMaintenance of the complete line of Zebra prin

and training. Take advantage of our years of experience and give your technicians theadvantage of comprehensive factory training.Training is conducted

Zebra Training ProgramsAt Zebra Technologies, our training goal is to provide quality training programs thatenhance the value of your Zebra® printers.

Operations and Maintenance CoursesEach Operations and Maintenance Course first introduces the student to various barcode concepts and terminology. Top

Bar Codes at WorkThis one day course presents an introduction to Bar Coding. This course will discuss barcode terminology, specifications, and applica

CANCEL Key Self Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42PAUSE Key Self Test. . . . . . . . . . . . .

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AppendixAdjusting the PrintheadOnly adjust the printhead position if you have done the following and are stillexperiencing unsatisfactory print qualit

15. Re-install the Printhead Support Bracket using the two mounting screws.16. Press PAUSE and observe the test labels to insure consistent print qual

Printer Interface Technical InformationRS-232 InterfaceSignal LevelsFor all RS-232 input and output signals, the Stripe printer follows both the Elect

RS-232 Cabling RequirementsThe required cable must have a 25-pin “D” Type (DB25P) connector on one end, which isplugged into the mating (DB25S) connec

Parallel InterfaceThe parallel interface provides a means of communication which is typically faster thanthe previously mentioned serial interface met

Signal DescriptionsThe following chart provides a description of each of the pins in the parallel connector.A standard parallel data cable will provid

Glossaryalphanumeric Indicating letters,numerals, and characters such aspunctuation marks.backfeed Backfeed is when the printerpulls the media and r

recycled by the end-users. Labelbacking (or liner) has a non-sticksurface which allows the label to beeasily removed by the end-user andplaced in the

AAC Power, 3, 18AC Power Cable, 3AC Power Fuse, 32AdjustmentsMedia Sensor Position, 10, 33, 35Print darkness, 33Print Quality, 33Printhead Position, 3

Bar Codes at Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61Labeling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Media Calibration, 14Media Guide, 5Media Sensors, 10, 26Media Supply Guide, 5MODE Key, 20NNull Modem, 67OOperating ModesCutter, 18Peel-Off, 17Rewind (

1 Getting StartedCongratulations! You have just purchased a high-quality thermal demand printermanufactured by the industry leader in quality, service