Zebra Technologies TLP 3844-Z manual Media Specifications, Ribbon Specifications for TLP model

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Media Specifications

Width	1 to 4.25 inches / 25.4 to 108 millimeters)

Length	0.5 to 39 inches / 13 to 559 millimeters with standard memory

Gap	0.08 to 0.16 inch (2.0 to 4.0 millimeters)
	0.118 inch / 3.0 millimeters recommended

Thickness	0.003 to 0.007 inch / 0.08 to 0.18 millimeter

Roll Size	Maximum outer diameter: 5 inches (127 millimeters)
	Inner Core diameters: 1 or 1.5 inches (25.4 or 38 millimeters)
	Optional media hangers available for larger inner core
	diameters

Requirements	✔ User Zebra-brand direct thermal or thermal transfer media
	that is outside wound. Media may be reflective (black mark)
	sensing or transmissive sensing, die-cut, notched, or
	continuous)
	✔ For die-cut labels, use only full auto dies.
	✔ Notched media must have a 0.5 inch (13 mm) wide by 0.094
	inch (2.5 mm) long cutout located in the center of the roll.
	✔ The reflective media black marks must be located in the
	center of the roll. Mark width 0.5 inch (13 mm) centered and
	perpendicular to the edge of the media; mark length 0.094
	inch (2.4 mm) parallel to the bottom edge of the media.

Always thoroughly test your desired media for your specific application before buying in large quantities.

Ribbon Specifications for TLP model

Roll Size	Maximum outer diameter: 1.3 inches / 33 millimeters

Length	2,900 inches / 74 meter capacity; provides 1:1 media roll to
	ribbon ratios

Width	At least as wide as media

Setup	Ink-side out

Requirements	User Zebra-brand ribbon that is outside wound.

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Contents Users Guide Thermal Printers980441-001 Rev. a Proprietary Statement Media and Ribbon BatteryShock Hazard Static DischargeContents Operation & Options Universal Serial Bus USB Connector 980441-001 Rev. a Introduction HelloWhat’s in the Box? Inspecting the Printer Opening the printerInspecting the Printer Closing the printer Related Documentation Reporting DamageGetting Started Modes of PrintingAttaching Power Supply Loading Roll Media Placing the Roll in the Media CompartmentAdjusting the Guides Install the Ribbon Supply Roll Install the Take-Up CoreLoading Ribbon Attach and Tighten the Ribbon Auto Calibration Feed Button Power SwitchOperator Controls Status LightPrinting a Test Printout Hooking Up the Printer and Computer Interface Cable RequirementsEthernet Interface Requirements USB Interface RequirementsParallel Interface Requirements Serial Interface RequirementsParallel Communications Communicating with the PrinterUniversal Serial Bus USB Communications Internal ZebraNet PrintServer Iitm CommunicationsSC Command Defaulting the Serial ParametersAdjusting the Print Width Adjusting the Print DarknessAdjusting the Print Speed Operation & Options Thermal PrintingReplacing Supplies Adding a New Transfer RibbonReplacing a Partially Used Transfer Ribbon Printing in Peel-Mode Printing on Fan-Fold Media Using the Cutter Option 980441-001 Rev. a Maintenance CleaningCleaning Card Considerations Print Head ConsiderationsMedia Path Considerations Lubrication Platen ConsiderationsAssembly Replacing the PlatenRemoval Replacing the Print Head Thermal-Transfer TLP Model RemovalAssembly 980441-001 Rev. a Printer is not receiving power TroubleshootingResolutions Printer is on and in an idle statePrinter is receiving data Printer has failed its power on self test PostThere is a shortage of memory Either the media or ribbon is outPrint head is under temperature Print head is over temperatureFlash memory is not programmed No print on the label Print Quality ProblemsRibbon sensor settings did not print Printed image does not look rightLabel format was sent to, but not recognized by, the printer Manual Calibration Troubleshooting Tests Printing a Configuration LabelRecalibration Resetting the Factory Default Values Communications DiagnosticsPower Off Mode Communications Diagnostics Mode Feed Button Modes980441-001 Rev. a Printing Specifications SpecificationsPhysical Specifications AppendixMedia Specifications Ribbon Specifications for TLP modelFont/Code Specifications Zebra Programming Language ZPLAgency Approvals OptionsUniversal Serial Bus USB Connector InterfacesParallel Interface Pin No DescriptionLooking into the Printer’s RJ-45 Modular Connector ZebraNet PrintServer II for Ethernet NetworksSerial RS-232 Connector Connecting the Printer to a DTE Device 980441-001 Rev. a Index Cable calibrationQuality problems Voltage Page