Zebra Technologies 170PAX2TM manual Selecting the Print Method, Setting the Print Width

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Configuration and Calibration

Press the right or left oval key to display other selections.

Default: Web (used to sense notches or holes in media or liner between labels)

Selections: Web, Mark (used to sense black marks on the back of the media or liner)

Press the NEXT key to display PRINT METHOD.

Selecting the Print Method

The Print Method parameter specifies the method of printing: direct thermal (no ribbon) or thermal transfer (using thermal-transfer media and ribbon).

WARNING: Selecting direct thermal when using thermal transfer media and ribbon will create a warning condition. Verify that ribbon is correctly installed or not installed in the printer, as required!

PRINT METHOD

THERMAL-TRANS.

Press the right or left oval key to display other selections.

Selections: Thermal Transfer, Direct Thermal

Press the NEXT key to display PRINT WIDTH.

Setting the Print Width

Print Width selects the media width. Setting the width too narrow may result in portions of your label not being printed on the label material. In addition, this setting can affect the horizontal position of the label format if you invert the image via the ^POI ZPL command. Setting the width too wide wastes formatting memory and, in the case of right hand printers, can cause printing to occur on the platen to the left of the actual label.

The units of measure can be changed from millimeters to inches to dots. Inches and millimeters are shown as fractions of the dots per inch (for example, 4-101/203 IN is the value for 4 ½").

PRINT WIDTH

168 00/12 MM +

Press the right oval key to increase the value or change the unit of measure and press the left oval key to change the selected character position. Select a print width that is at least as wide as your media.

Default: 6.62" (168 mm)

Range: 1 dot (1/8 mm or 1/12 mm) to 6.62" (168 mm)

Press the NEXT key to display MAXIMUM LENGTH.

Setting the Maximum Label Length

Maximum Label Length specifies the distance from the leading edge of one label to the leading edge of the next label. Refer to Figure 8. The interlabel gap is considered part of the label length. Setting this parameter serves two functions:

•The value of this setting determines the maximum label length value to be used during the media portion of the calibration process.

•Only a few labels are required to set the media sensors.

Always set the length to a value that is one step above the actual length of the label you are using. For example, if the label length is 5 inches (126 mm), set the parameter for 6 inches (152 mm). If the label length is 7.5 inches (190 mm), set the parameter for 8.0 inches (202 mm).

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Contents Zebra 170PAX2 -Series User ’s Guide FCC Compliance Statement Proprietary StatementProduct Improvements Canadian DOC Compliance StatementContents Options 170PAX2-Series User’s GuideGetting Started IntroductionZebra 170PAX2 Print Engine Print Engine MountingPrinter Power Cable ConnectionsMedia & Ribbon Loading Media LoadingMedia Loading Left-Hand Units Ribbon Loading Right Hand UnitsRemoving Used Ribbon Left Hand UnitsMedia Sensor Position Reflective Media SensorTransmissive Media Sensor 170PAX2-Series User’s Guide Power On/Off Switch Printer OperationFront Panel Keys Front Panel Indicator Lights LEDs Liquid Crystal DisplayControl Panel Keys Changing Password-Protected Parameters Configuration and CalibrationEntering the Program Mode Leaving the Program ModeConfiguration Process Setting Print ParametersSetting Darkness Selecting the Media Type Setting the Tear Off PositionSelecting the Print Mode Selecting the Sensor TypeSetting the Print Width Setting the Maximum Label LengthSelecting the Print Method Label Feed Listing Printer Information Initialize Card Media and Ribbon Sensor Calibration Sensor ProfileMedia and Ribbon Calibration Setting the Baud Rate Setting Communication ParametersSetting the Host Port Setting the Data BitsSetting the Host Handshake Setting the ParitySetting the Stop Bits Setting the ProtocolSetting the Network ID Setting the Communications ModeFormat Prefix Character Selecting Prefix and Delimiter CharactersControl Prefix Character Delimiter CharacterPower Up and Head Close Parameters Selecting ZPL ModeSetting Ribbon Tension Media Power UpLabel Positioning Parameters Head CloseBackfeed Sequence Setting the Label Top Position Label Top PositionSetting the Left Position Left Position 170 PAX2-Series User’s GuideHead Test Function Head ResistanceVerifier Port Setting the Applicator Port Applicator PortSetting the Start Print Signal Setting the Resync ModePrinting Controls Selecting the Ribbon Low Feature Reprint ModeSensor Values LCD Adjust Printer LanguageSelecting the Liquid Crystal Display LCD Language Cleaning the Exterior Care & AdjustmentsCleaning 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 TestFor Thermal Transfer Power On TroubleshootingPrinter Troubleshooting For Direct ThermalBuilding Format Explanation of Errors Creating BitmapStoring Bitmap Storing FormatFirst calibrate the printer, then CC , CT , and CD Cancel Key Self Test Printer Self TestsIntroduction 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 TestCommunication Interfaces OptionsSingle In-line Memory Module Simm ZebraNet Micro Print Server MPS170PAX2-Series User’s Guide Ribbon Specifications Printer SpecificationsMedia Specifications Printing ConsiderationsCommunications Specifications Zebra Programming Language ZPLBar Codes Standard Printer Fonts Electrical MemoryPhysical FusesAC Power Cord Specifications AC Power Cord RequirementsPower Fuse Replacement Appendix aInstalling a Fuse ShippingSystem Considerations Appendix BPrinter Communications Interface Technical Information 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 Applicator Interface Connector DB-15 Connector Printer to ApplicatorCabling 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

Zebra Technologies, a leader in industrial printing solutions, offers the 170PAX2TM printer, a versatile and robust solution targeted towards high-performance applications. Designed for industrial environments, the 170PAX2TM stands out for its advanced features and technologies that elevate operational efficiency and streamline workflows.

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