Zebra Technologies PR4T manual Model RP4T Rfid Encoder

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P4T/RP4T User Guide

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P4T Overview- pg. 5

Maintenance pg. 36

Printer Preparation pg. 7

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Troubleshooting pg.

Connecting the Printer pg. 27

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Speci†cations pg.

Radio Regulatory Information pg. 31

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Model RP4T RFID Encoder

The information in this section is provided for your convenience only and is subjec t to change . Go to h t t p : / / w w w . e p c g l o b a l i n c . o r g f o r t h e l a t e s t E P C information.

The RP4T printer is equipped with an RFID encoder/reader, which is integrated into the printer’s printhead assembly. The RP4T en- codes (writes) information on ultra-thin UHF RFID transponders that are embedded in “smart” labels, tickets, and tags. The printer encodes the information; verifies proper encoding; and prints bar codes, graphics, and/or text on the label’s surface. The RP4T printer uses Zebra’s extensive set of RFID commends running under ZPL programming language emulation.

The RFID transponder is sometimes called the RFID tag or an inlay. The transponder is usually made of an antenna that is bonded to an integrated circuit (IC) chip. The IC chip contains the RF circuit, coders, decoders, and memory. If you hold an RFID label up to the light, you can see the transponder’s antenna, and you can feel a bump in the label where the IC chip is located.

The RP4T can encode and verify EPC (Electronic Product Code) Generation 2 Class 1 UHF passive RFID tags, in addition to printing human readable text and conventional 1 and 2-D barcode informa- tion on Zebra supplied RFID thermal transfer media.

EPC is a product numbering standard that can be used to identify a variety of items by using RFID technology. EPC Generation 2 tags offer advantages over other tag types. The tag identification (TID) memory in a Generation 2 tag includes the chip manufacturer and model number information, which can be used to identify which optional features are present on the tag. These optional features include those for data content and security.

Gen 2 tags typically have a 96-bit EPC identifier, which is different from the 64-bit identifiers common in early EPC tags. The 96-bit EPC code links to an online database, providing a secure way of sharing product-specific information along the supply chain.

Gen 2 tags also support much larger data structures. The size of user memory available (if any) varies by the model and manufac- turer of the tag.

Print quality will be reduced when attempting to print over the transponder portion of an RFID label. It is recommended that RFID label layouts should not allow printing over the RFID transponder portion of a label.

Generation 2 Class 1 UHF Passive Tags Supported By The P4T

Alien Squiggle

Avery Dennison

Ra«atac Onetenna

Omron Wave

Encoding and printing of an RFID label usually are completed on the first try, but some failures may occur. If you experience consistent encoding failures, it may signal a problem with the RFID tags, your label formats, or with the transponder placement.

If an RFID tag cannot be encoded, “VOID” will be printed on the label. The printer then attempts to read/encode “n” labels before the next format is attempted, where “n” is specified by the ZPL programming language “^RS” command. Acceptable values of “n” are 1 to 10 and the default is 3. After printing the defined number of voided RFID labels, printer will go into an error mode. The printer response to an error is defined by the RFID Setup command and will allow:

1.No Action (Label format causing the error is dropped)

2.Notification to the Host of the details of the error (Label format causing the error is dropped).

The user has control of where on the label the VOID is printed.

More information on the “^RS” command may be found in Zebra’s RFID Programming Guide available on the corporate Web site.

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Contents UMAN-P4T-013 Rev.A Manual Introduction RP4T PrintersPrinter Preparation pg Index pgProprietary Statement Document Conventions RP4T Printers 35 Manual Introduction Introduction to the P4T SeriesUnpacking and Inspection Reporting DamageUSB Port Printer Preparation pg Troubleshooting pgP4T/RP4T Overview Thermal Transfer P4T Series TechnologyRadio Regulatory Information pg Appendices pg Index pg Direct ThermalPrinter Preparation Battery SafetyCharger Safety LI72 Charger AT17696-xx Single Battery ChargerApproved Chargers Unauthorized equipmentIndex Battery Charging Receptacle P4T Series Battery PackLI72 Battery Charger Connecting Printer Speci†cationsInput Voltage Maintenance pgP4T Series Battery LED Status Charger StatusP4T Series AC Adapter Protective cover For access to Charger ReceptacleVaries with LocationP4T Series DC Adapter DC Power Cord open wiresVehicle cradle as Indicated Access the charger receptacle located on the bottomP4T Vehicle Cradle DC Adapter Installation Guidelines DC Adapter Table below Indicators under each battery will allowYou to monitor the charging process per Installing the P4T Series Battery Pack Installing the P4T Series Battery PackLoad the Media Media Spacer Rear Feed Slot External Media Source Loading Media From An External SupplyPrinter pg Close the Media CoverAdjusting The Media Support Disks Close the media cover and ensure it latches in place Close the Printer CoversPast the printhead CoverTion for more information on the printer status icons Printer ControlsOperator Controls Function Default setting Scroll & Select Options Programmable LCD SettingsWlan ID Pull Strap here Adjustable Shoulder StrapSnap into feature on printer Hold Buckle To lengthenProper working order. You can do this by printing a con Verify the Printer Is WorkingBefore you connect the printer to your computer or Portable data terminal, make sure that the printer isCable Communications Connecting the PrinterDetails ConnectorConnector Connector ConnectorCommunications with your printer Connect the Printer by RadioBluetooth Networking Overview Wireless CommunicationsSetting Up the Software European Regulatory Information for this Radio Bluetooth ZBR4 RadioRadio Regulatory Information Europe EU Declaration of Conformity NCC Taiwan Compliance Statement802.11b/g and Bluetooth Co-located Radio Modules Con†guration Rfid optionPrinter Model DigitGeneration 2 Class 1 UHF Passive Tags Supported By The P4T Model RP4T Rfid EncoderGeneral Cleaning Instructions Preventive MaintenanceExtending Battery Life Mechanism P4T Series CleaningIcon Status Indication Ref. to Troubleshooting Topic TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Topics Poor or faded print or low battery icon «ashing Troubleshooting TopicsTo terminate the Communications Diagnostics Mode Troubleshooting TechniquesTo enter Communications Diagnostics Mode Second diagnostic report for a printer with an First diagnostic report for all P4T Series printersBluetooth radio End of second diagnostic report Second diagnostic reportCommunications Ports SpecificationsPrinting Speci†cations Memory/Communications Speci†cationsRotation Angles Fonts Available Radio Information AppendicesRegulatory pg Index pg External Media Supply Loading Slot Physical/Environmental/Electrical Speci†cations220,5 mm 57 in ,5mm 80,2 mmPart Number AK18666-1 RW Mod Plug to USB a Cable Manual Introduction RP4T Printers P4T pg MaintenanceMedia Supplies Maintenance SuppliesAppendix B Appendix C Asia Paci†c region, contact Appendix DProduct Support Americas, contactAppendix E Select manual type Click on Submit Appendix FAppendix G- Patents Index UMAN-P4T-013 Rev. a May Zebra Technologies Corporation
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