Introduction to the QL Series

Thank you for choosing one of our Zebra QL Series Mobile Printers. These rugged printers are sure to become productive and efficient additions to your workplace thanks to their innovative design. Because they’re made by Zebra Technolo- gies, you’re assured of world-class support for all of your bar code printers, software, and supplies.

•This user’s guide gives you the information you’ll need to operate all QL Series printers.

•The QL Series uses the CPCL programming language. To create and print labels using the CPL language, refer to the Mobile Printer Programming Guide (available on our Web site at: http://www.zebra.com/SS/manuals.htm) and our Label Vista™ label creation program.

•The QL Series offers optional interpreters for the EPL and ZPL II® (up to X.8 firmware) Programming Languages. The printer must be equipped with the optional memory upgrade and an appropriate application in order to use this function. Manuals for the ZPL II or EPL2 label design programming languages are available on our website at: http://www.zebra.com/SS/manuals.htm.

Unpacking and Inspection

Inspect the printer for possible shipping damage:

•Check all exterior surfaces for damage.

•Open the media cover (refer to “Loading the Media” in the

Getting Ready to Print section) and inspect the media compartment for damage.

In case shipping is required, save the carton and all packing material.

Reporting Damage

If you discover shipping damage:

•Immediately notify and file a damage report with the shipping company. Zebra Technologies Corporation is not responsible for any damage incurred during shipment of the printer and will not cover the repair of this damage under its warranty policy.

•Keep the carton and all packing material for inspection.

•Notify your authorized Zebra re-seller.

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QL Series User Guide