Zebra Technologies LP 2824 manual Communicating with the Printer, Parallel Communications

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Communicating with the Printer

Universal Serial Bus (USB) Communications

The printer is a terminal device when using a universal serial bus interface. You can refer to the Universal Serial Bus Specification for details regarding this interface.

Parallel Communications

When using the parallel port, typically there is no setup is required once the cable is plugged in. If you should encounter any problems, consult the user’s guide that came with your computer.

Internal ZebraNet® PrintServer II™ Communications

You can refer to the ZebraNet® PrintServer II™ for Ethernet Networks Installation and Operation Guide for details regarding this interface.

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Contents

Zebra LP 2824 TM 980481-001A Proprietary Statement Shock Hazard Contents Operation & Options 980481-001A Vii 980481-001A Introduction HelloWhats in the Box? Inspecting the Printer Opening the printerInspecting the Printer Closing the printer Related Documentation Reporting DamageGetting Started Modes of PrintingAttaching Power Supply Adjusting the Roll Holders Loading Roll MediaPlacing the Roll in the Media Compartment Using the Guides Power Switch Operator Controls Feed Button Status LightMedia Length Sensing Hooking Up the Printer and Computer Interface Cable RequirementsUSB Interface Requirements Parallel Interface RequirementsEthernet Interface Requirements Serial Interface RequirementsCommunicating with the Printer Universal Serial Bus USB CommunicationsParallel Communications Internal ZebraNet PrintServer II CommunicationsCommand Serial CommunicationsAdjusting the Print Width Adjusting the Print QualityOperation & Options Thermal PrintingReplacing Supplies Printing in Peel-Mode Printing on Fan-Fold Media Using the Cutter Option 980481-001A Maintenance CleaningCleaning Card Considerations Print Head ConsiderationsMedia Path Considerations Lubrication Platen ConsiderationsAssembly Replacing the PlatenRemoval Replacing the Print Head Direct-Thermal LP Model RemovalAssembly 980481-001A Troubleshooting What the Status Light is Telling YouPrinter Operation Media Handling Print Quality Problems Print head is under temperatureNo print on the label Printed image does not look rightLabel format was sent to, but not recognized by, the printer Manual Calibration Resetting the Factory Default Values Communications DiagnosticsFeed Button Modes Printer Condition Feed Button ActionUniversal Serial Bus USB Connector AppendixInterfaces Parallel Interface HostLooking into the Printer’s RJ-45 Modular Connector ZebraNet PrintServer II for Ethernet NetworksSerial RS-232 Connector Serial RJ-11 Alternative Connector Printer980481-001A