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Printer Options

ZebraNet® Internal Wireless Print Server Option

ZebraNet® Internal Wireless Print Server Option

The ZebraNet® Internal Wireless Print Server (PS) is an optional factory installed device that connects to Wi-Fi network access point on your network and your ZebraLinkTM-enabled printer. The print server provides you with a browser interface for printer and print server settings. If you use the ZebraNetTM Bridge, Zebra® network printer management software, you can easily access the specialized features of a ZebraLinkTM enabled printer.

Printers with an Internal Wireless Print Server provide the following features:

•A printer status display for alerts, configuration settings and network settings.

•Print server and printer setup using a browser.

•Remote monitoring and configuration capability of the Internal Wireless PS using a browser.

•Alerts.

•The ability for you to send unsolicited printer status messages via E-mail-enabled devices.

ZebraNetTM Bridge — ZebraNetTM Bridge is a software program that works with the 10/100 Internal PS and enhances the features of ZebraLink resident within ZPL-based printers. The features include the following:

•ZebraNetTM Bridge allows you to locate printers automatically. ZebraNetTM Bridge searches on parameters such as IP address, subnet, printer model, printer status, and many other user-defined characteristics.

•Remote Configuration — Manage all your Zebra label printers throughout the enterprise without having to travel to remote sites or physically handle any printers. Any Zebra printer connected to the enterprise network can be accessed from the ZebraNetTM Bridge interface and configured remotely through an easy-to-use graphical user interface.

•Printer Alerts, Status, Heartbeat Monitoring and event Notification — ZebraNetTM Bridge lets you configure multiple event alerts per device with different alerts directed to different people. Receive alerts and notifications by e-mail, cell phone/pager, or through the ZebraNetTM Bridge Events tab. View alerts by printer or group, and filter by date/time, severity, or trigger.

•Configure and Copy Printer Profiles — Copy and paste settings from one printer to another or broadcast them to an entire group. ZebraNet Bridge allows you to copy printer settings, printer-resident files (formats, fonts, and graphics), and alerts with a click of the mouse. Create printer profiles — virtual “golden printers” — with desired settings, objects, and alerts, and clone or broadcast them as if they were real printers, providing extensive savings in setup time. Printer profiles are also an excellent way to back up a printer’s configuration for crisis recovery.

P1062653-002 Rev. A

ZD500 Series™ Thermal Transfer Printer User’s Guide

1/16/2014

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Contents ZD500 Series Page Compliance and Regulatory Statements IiiBrasil Aviso da Anatel Canadian DOC Compliance StatementIndustry Canada IC Warning Japan Restricted FrequenciesKorean Compliance Statement Taiwan Restricted FrequenciesEuropean Regulatory Information NCC Rfid Radio Specification Wlan Radio SpecificationBluetooth 2.1 + EDR ViiViii Environmental ManagementDocument Conventions Document ConventionsContents Printer Configuration Print OperationsTroubleshooting 123 MaintenancePrinter Options Appendix Dimensions Appendix Interface Wiring 143Xii Introduction ZD500 Series Thermal PrintersZD500 Series printer features ZD500 Series printer optionsIntroduction What’s in the Box? Unpack and Inspect the PrinterPrinter Features Printer FeaturesPrinter Features Printer Features Cutter Option Control Panel Left Option buttonPrinter Status Indicator Light Printer is readyControl Panel Display Menu and Status Icons Typical Home MenuPrinter Control Panel Display Exit and return to the Idle Display FigureNavigating through Screens in the Menu NavigationIndicates an available action To scroll through the items in a User menu, pressLeft Arrow or Right Arrow Press Select  button or press RightControl Panel Menu Map RfidSetup Basic Printer Setup OverviewSelect a Location for the Printer Operating Temperature and HumidityNon-Operating and Storage Temperature and Humidity Both 40 to 140F -40 to 60C To 85% non-condensingAttaching Power Preparing and Handling Media Media Storage TipsSetting the Printer Menu and Report Display Language Set Media Print MethodLoading Roll Media Instructions for media loadingSetup Guides Loading Transfer Ribbon Setup Setup Setup Test Printing with Configuration Report Printouts Pre-install Windows Printer Drivers Connecting your Printer to a ComputerInterface Cable Requirements USB Interface Serial Interface Wired Ethernet Interface Both OFF Print Server Default User ID and PasswordUser ID admin Password GreenZebraNet Internal Wireless Print Server Option Configure Using the Connectivity Wizard To use the Connectivity Wizard, complete these stepsSetup Setup Select Dhcp and click Next Enable the Dhcp dynamic or static IP optionContinue with step Security Username and Password From the drop-down, select your Security ModeEnter the Security Username and Password Kerberos Settings section of the window, enterSetup Tabletop/Desktop Mobile Wireless Setup Wizard more than once This saves you from having to go throughLink Status Indicators LCD Link Status and Wireless Signal IndicatorsWireless Signal Indicators Bluetooth Option Configuration Setup Connecting to a Windows XP SP2 Master Device Select ‘Keep the existing drivers’ and click ‘Next’Setup Setup Setup After Your Printer is Connected Test Printing with Zebra Setup UtilityTest Printing with Windows ‘Printer and Faxes’ menu Copy TEST.ZPL LPT1 Changing Printer Settings This section contains the following subsectionsSettings Menu Settings MenuNext label Tear-OffPosition Just printedLabel Left Print ModeLabel Top ReprintMaximum Label Length Maximum LengthTools Menu Tools MenuInformation Change the contrast on the printer’s display Power-Up Action Set the Power-Up ActionLCD Contrast Idle DisplayView and Modify Printer Settings Calibration Head-Close Set the Head-Close ActionManual Load Defaults Load Printer or Print Server DefaultsCalibration Run a ZBI Network Menu Network MenuIP Protocol Wired or Set the IP Resolution MethodWired or View the MAC Address MAC AddressIP Port View the IP Port Value Signal View the Signal ValueChannel View the Channel Value Directed to this portReset Network Factory Print Server SettingsRfid Status Rfid MenuRfid Menu Rfid CalibrateRead Rfid Data Rfid TestB0 to B30 PowerProgramming Rfid ReadRfid Void Resets the Rfid void label counter to zeroOdometer.rfid.voidresettable Rfid TagLanguage Menu Enable ZPL OverrideLanguage Menu LanguageControl Set the Control Prefix Character Value Command Set the Format Command Prefix Value CharacterZPL Mode Set the ZPL Mode DelimiterSensor Type Select the Media Sensor Sensor MenuSensor Menu Label Sensor Set the Sensitivity of the Label SensorBaud Rate Set the Baud Rate Ports MenuPorts Menu Data Bits Set the Data Bits ValueHost Handshake Set the Host Handshake Protocol Value Error and status messages from the printerParallelport.mode Bluetooth Menu Bluetooth MenuManual Calibration Media Center Position Media GuideRfid Calibration Print Operations Determining Printer Configuration Thermal Printing Modes of PrintingTypes of Media Setting the Thermal Print MethodDetermining Thermal Media Types Roll Media Types of Media Roll and Fanfold MediaNon-Continuous Fanfold MediaAttaching the 3 inch Core Adapters Media LoadingOpen the printer Loading 3 inch I.D. Media rolls Removing the 3 inch Core Adapters Ribbon Overview When to Use RibbonCoated Side of Ribbon Did not leave a mark on Perform the ribbon scratch test when labels are unavailableLeft a mark on the paper Paper PrinterAdding a New Transfer Ribbon Replacing SuppliesReplacing a Partially Used Transfer Ribbon Adjusting the Print Width Adjusting the Print QualityMedia Settings Media SensingUsing the Movable Black Mark Sensor Adjusting the Movable Sensor for Black Marks or Notches Black MarksPrint Operations Adjusting the Movable Sensor for Web Gap Sensing Printing on Fan-Fold Media Print Operations Printing with Externally Mounted Roll Media Sending Files to the PrinterLocalizing the Printer with Code Pages Fonts and Your PrinterIdentifying Fonts in Your Printer ZPL FontsAsian fonts and Other Large Font Sets Getting Asian FontsPrint Operations Printer Options Label Dispenser Option 100101 102 Cutter Option Maximum Paper Weight thickness up to 180 g/m2 0.0077103 Loading Media with the Cutter Option 104105 Close the printer. Press down until the cover snaps closed106 Bluetooth Option 107Printer Network Configuration Status Label 108Maintenance Cleaning 110Cleaning the Printhead 111Media Path Cleaning 112Sensor Cleaning 113Platen Cleaning and Replacement 114115 Lift the platen out of the printer’s bottom frameFuses RTC BatteryOther Printer Maintenance 116Replacing the Printhead 117118 119 120 121 122 Troubleshooting This section provides troubleshoots procedures124 Error MessagesError Messages Has been detected Status light steady red125 Printing Issues Printing Issues126 127 128 Ribbon Problems Ribbon Problems129 Communications Problems Communications Problems130 Miscellaneous Printer Problems Miscellaneous Issues131 Rfid Troubleshooting 132Power-On Self Test Printer Diagnostics133 Configuration Report 134Print Quality Report 135Too dark 136Slightly dark In-spec 137Too light Reset Network Factory Defaults Reset Printer Factory Defaults138 Communication Diagnostics Test 139140 Information about using the control panel and accessingSensor Profile Menus141 Sensor Profile Media Section142 Appendix Interface Wiring 144 Serial Port InterfacePin Description Appendix Dimensions This section provides external printer dimensionsExternal ZD500 Series Printer Dimensions 146Label Dispenser 148
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Zebra Technologies ZD500 is a cutting-edge thermal transfer printer designed to meet the diverse needs of modern businesses requiring high-quality label, wristband, and tag printing. This printer is particularly favored in industries such as healthcare, retail, and logistics due to its superior performance, reliability, and advanced technology features.

One of the standout characteristics of the ZD500 is its exceptional print quality. With a printing resolution of up to 300 dpi, it ensures that labels and tags are sharp and legible. This is particularly important for barcodes, which need to be scanned accurately for efficient inventory management and tracking. The printer has a print speed of up to 6 inches per second, allowing for quick production of labels, which helps enhance workflow efficiency.

The ZD500 is equipped with a user-friendly interface, including a color touchscreen display that makes operation and navigation intuitive. This feature reduces the learning curve for new users and minimizes operational errors. Furthermore, its compact design allows for easy placement in various work environments without consuming valuable space.

Connectivity is another major highlight of the ZD500. It offers multiple connectivity options, including USB, Ethernet, and Bluetooth, making it versatile for different setups. This flexibility allows businesses to integrate the printer into their existing systems seamlessly. Additionally, Zebra's Link-OS environment supports printer management and configuration from any device, streamlining maintenance and improving productivity.

Security is a crucial concern in today’s digital landscape, and the ZD500 addresses this with robust security features. It includes secure wireless communication protocols, ensuring that sensitive data is protected during transmission.

In terms of durability, the printer is built to withstand the rigors of everyday use while remaining compact and portable. It also supports a variety of media types, giving users the freedom to print on different materials as needed. This adaptability makes the ZD500 an excellent choice for businesses that require customized printing solutions.

Overall, the Zebra Technologies ZD500 is a powerful and versatile thermal printer that combines high-quality output, user-friendly design, advanced connectivity options, and security features, making it a valuable asset for any organization looking to enhance its labeling capabilities.
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