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Fonts and Your Printer

The G-Series printer supports your language and font requirements with a variety of internal fonts, on-board font scaling, international font sets and character code page support, Unicode support, and font download.

The G-Series printer’s font capabilities are programming language dependent. The EPL programming language provides for basic bitmapped fonts and international code pages. The ZPL programming language provides advanced font mapping and scaling technology to support outline fonts (TrueType™ or OpenType™) and Unicode character mapping as well as basic bitmapped fonts and character code pages. ZPL and EPL programming guides describe and document the fonts, code pages, character access, listing fonts, and limitations for their respective printer programming languages. See the printer programming guides for information on Text, Fonts and Character support.

The G-Series printer includes utilities and application software that support font download into the printer for both printer programming languages.

Identifying Fonts in Your Printer

Fonts and memory are shared by the programming languages in the printer. Fonts can be loaded in many memory areas in the G-Series printer. ZPL programming can recognize EPL and ZPL fonts. EPL programming can only recognize EPL fonts. See the respective programmer guides for more information on fonts and printer memory.

ZPL Fonts:

To manage and download fonts for ZPL print operation, use ZebraNet Bridge.

To display all of the fonts loaded in your G-Series printer, send the printer the ZPL command ^WD. See the ZPL Programmers Guide for details.

Bitmap fonts in the various printer memory areas are identified by the .FNT file extension in ZPL.

Scalable fonts are identified with the .TTF, .TTE or .OTF file extensions in ZPL. EPL does not support these fonts.

The six fonts LMu.FNT through LMz.FNT are EPL Line Mode fonts and are not available for use in EPL programming on thermal transfer G-Series printers.

When displayed in ZPL, the EPL Soft fonts have are separated into two groups- horizontal and vertical. The EPL Soft fonts are noted with single lowercase alpha characters (a-z) followed by an uppercase H or V and the .FNT file extension.

EPL Fonts:

To download fonts for EPL print operation, use the EPL Font Downloader.

To display Soft Fonts (ext.) available to EPL, send the printer the EPL command EI.

Asian Fonts in G-Series printers are displayed as Soft Fonts, but are still accessible as documented in the A command in the EPL programmer’s guide.

All EPL fonts displayed are bitmap fonts. They do not include the .FNT file extension or the horizontal (H) or vertical (V) designators that are displayed with the ZPL command ^WD as described above in ZPL Fonts.

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GX420t / GX430t User Guide

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Zebra Technologies GX420t, GX430t manual Fonts and Your Printer, Identifying Fonts in Your Printer

GX420t, GX430t specifications

Zebra Technologies has established itself as a leader in the printing solutions market, especially with the introduction of its GX series of thermal printers. Among the most notable models are the GX430t and GX420t, both widely recognized for their reliability, versatility, and advanced features.

The GX430t printer boasts a high-resolution printing capability of up to 300 dpi, making it ideal for applications where clarity and detail are paramount. This makes the printer particularly useful for producing labels that require intricate graphics and small text. On the other hand, the GX420t provides a resolution of 203 dpi, which is still impressive for standard label printing applications. Both models support a range of media types, including labels, tags, and wristbands, making them adaptable to various industries such as healthcare, retail, and manufacturing.

One of the standout features of the GX series is their ease of use. Both models incorporate a straightforward, user-friendly interface with a large graphic LCD display that simplifies operation and configuration. The printers are designed for quick setup and maintenance, with features like a clamshell design that allows for fast media loading. Additionally, both models come with USB and serial connectivity options, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of systems.

Both the GX430t and GX420t utilize thermal transfer and direct thermal printing technologies, offering flexibility depending on the application's requirements. The thermal transfer method enables the use of different ribbon types and materials, facilitating high-quality prints that are durable and smudge-proof. This is particularly important in environments where labels face wear and tear.

Another significant characteristic is their compact size, which makes them suitable for both desktop and mobile use. The GX series printers are designed for speed, with print speeds of up to 4 inches per second for the GX420t and slightly higher for the GX430t, enhancing productivity in busy environments.

Moreover, Zebra Technologies ensures that these printers are equipped with advanced management and monitoring capabilities. The ZebraSetup Utilities enable easy configuration, and the printer's status can be monitored in real-time, minimizing downtime and ensuring smooth operation.

In conclusion, the Zebra Technologies GX430t and GX420t printers stand out in the market due to their high-resolution printing capabilities, ease of use, and robust connectivity options. Their range of features makes them ideal for various industries, where reliable and high-quality label printing is essential. As businesses continue to seek efficient solutions for their labeling needs, these models provide a reliable choice, ensuring quality and performance as top priorities.