Zebra Technologies 170PAX2TM Configuration Process, Setting Print Parameters, Setting Darkness

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Configuration and Calibration

Cancel — cancels all changes since pressing the SETUP/EXIT key except Darkness and Tear Off (if they were changed).

Load Defaults — loads factory defaults as the printer’s operating parameters. These are reflected on the following pages. (Loading factory defaults requires that a new printer calibration process be performed and resetting of the printhead resistance, verifier port, and applicator port values.)

Load Last Save — reloads the values from the last permanent save as the printer’s operating parameters.

Configuration Process

The following sequences of parameters are shown in the order displayed when pressing the NEXT key. Throughout this process, press the NEXT key to proceed to the next parameter; press PREVIOUS to return to the prior parameter in the cycle. As you change a parameter, an asterisk (*) in the upper left-hand corner of the display indicates that the value displayed is different from the one that is currently active in the printer.

If you want the prompts displayed in a language other than English, press the PREVIOUS key and go to page 32 to select the Printer Language. Exit the Program Mode, Save Permanent, then re-enter the Program Mode. The Front Panel Display will now use the language selected.

Setting Print Parameters

Setting Darkness

Darkness (burn duration) settings are dependent upon a variety of factors, including ribbon type, media, and the condition of the printhead. You may adjust the darkness for consistent high-quality printing.

NOTE: The FEED Key Self Test described in “Troubleshooting” can also be used to determine the best darkness setting.

CAUTION: Set the darkness to the lowest setting possible for the desired print quality. Darkness set too high for a given ribbon may cause ink smearing and/or the printhead to burn through the ribbon.

If printing is too light, you should increase the darkness. If printing is too dark, or if there is spreading or bleeding of printed areas, you should decrease the darkness. (If there are voids in printed areas, adjust the toggle pressure.)

NOTE: The darkness setting takes effect right away. If labels are being printed, results can be seen immediately.

DARKNESS +10

-■■■■■■ +

Press the right oval key to increase darkness, or press the left oval key to decrease darkness.

Default: +10

Range: 0 to +30

Press the NEXT key to display TEAR OFF.

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170PAX2-Series User’s Guide

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Contents Zebra 170PAX2 -Series User ’s Guide Proprietary Statement Product ImprovementsFCC Compliance Statement Canadian DOC Compliance StatementContents Options 170PAX2-Series User’s GuideIntroduction Zebra 170PAX2 Print EngineGetting Started Print Engine MountingPrinter Power Cable ConnectionsMedia & Ribbon Loading Media LoadingMedia Loading Left-Hand Units Ribbon Loading Right Hand UnitsRemoving Used Ribbon Left Hand UnitsReflective Media Sensor Media Sensor PositionTransmissive Media Sensor 170PAX2-Series User’s Guide Printer Operation Power On/Off SwitchFront Panel Keys Liquid Crystal Display Front Panel Indicator Lights LEDsControl Panel Keys Configuration and Calibration Entering the Program ModeChanging Password-Protected Parameters Leaving the Program ModeSetting Print Parameters Configuration ProcessSetting Darkness Setting the Tear Off Position Selecting the Print ModeSelecting the Media Type Selecting the Sensor TypeSetting the Maximum Label Length Setting the Print WidthSelecting the Print Method Label Feed Listing Printer Information Initialize Card Media and Ribbon Sensor Calibration Sensor ProfileMedia and Ribbon Calibration Setting Communication Parameters Setting the Host PortSetting the Baud Rate Setting the Data BitsSetting the Parity Setting the Stop BitsSetting the Host Handshake Setting the ProtocolSetting the Network ID Setting the Communications ModeSelecting Prefix and Delimiter Characters Control Prefix CharacterFormat Prefix Character Delimiter CharacterSelecting ZPL Mode Setting Ribbon TensionPower Up and Head Close Parameters Media Power UpHead Close Label Positioning ParametersBackfeed Sequence Setting the Label Top Position Label Top PositionSetting the Left Position Left Position 170 PAX2-Series User’s GuideHead Resistance Head Test FunctionVerifier Port Setting the Applicator Port Applicator PortSetting the Resync Mode Setting the Start Print SignalPrinting Controls Reprint Mode Selecting the Ribbon Low FeatureSensor Values Printer Language LCD AdjustSelecting the Liquid Crystal Display LCD Language Care & Adjustments CleaningCleaning the Exterior Cleaning the InteriorCleaning the Printhead and Platen Roller Sensor Locations Right-Hand Unit ShownPrinthead Pressure Adjustment Toggle PositioningPrinthead Pressure Right-Hand Unit Shown Troubleshooting Power On Self TestPower On Troubleshooting Printer TroubleshootingFor Thermal Transfer For Direct ThermalExplanation of Errors Creating Bitmap Storing BitmapBuilding Format Storing FormatFirst calibrate the printer, then CC , CT , and CD Printer Self Tests Cancel Key Self TestIntroduction Pause Key Self Test Pause Key Test Sample Printout 170PAX2-Series User’s GuideFeed Key Self Test Feed Key Self TestFeed Key and Pause Key Parameter Controlled byCommunications Diagnostics Test Results of Communications Diagnostic TestOptions Single In-line Memory Module SimmCommunication Interfaces ZebraNet Micro Print Server MPS170PAX2-Series User’s Guide Printer Specifications Media SpecificationsRibbon Specifications Printing ConsiderationsZebra Programming Language ZPL Communications SpecificationsBar Codes Standard Printer Fonts Memory PhysicalElectrical FusesAC Power Cord Requirements Power Fuse ReplacementAC Power Cord Specifications Appendix aInstalling a Fuse ShippingAppendix B Printer Communications Interface Technical InformationSystem Considerations Interface ConsiderationsRS-232/RS-422/RS-485 Serial Data Port RS-232/RS-422/RS-485 PinoutsPin to 25-Pin Interconnecting Cable RS-422/RS-485 Interconnecting Cable Centronics-Compatible Parallel Data Port DB-15 Connector Printer to Applicator Applicator Interface ConnectorCabling Requirements See the Configuration and Calibration section Fuse 1 JP1 JP2 Ascii Code Chart Appendix C170PAX2-Series User’s Guide Adjusting Darkness For In-Spec Bar Codes Appendix DIn-Spec Bar Code Darkness ComparisonInstallation Information Appendix EFront View of Right Hand Printer 451 748 11.45 mm 222.2 mm 170PAX2-Series User’s Guide Glossary Glossary Printer configuration See configuration 170PAX2-Series User’s Guide Index Index Index Page Page Zebra Technologies Corporation

170PAX2TM specifications

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