P4T/RP4T User Guide

Manual Introduction

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P4T Overview- pg. 5

Maintenance pg. 36

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Connecting the Printer

The printer must establish communications with a host device which sends the data to be printed. Communications occur in three basic ways:

By a cable between the printer and its host terminal using either RS232C or USB protocols

By means of a Bluetooth short-range radio frequency link

By means of a wireless LAN (Local Area Network) per 802.11b/g specifications

Cable Communications

Caution • The printer should be turned off before connecting or disconnecting any communications cable.

Note • All P4T series printers can communicate by cable; the specific cable used with your printer can vary with the host terminal.

Figure 13: P4T Series Communication Ports

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Specifications pg. 43

Radio Information

Appendices

Battery Charging

Receptacle

RS232/USB Port

USB Port

Align Locking Plug features with these cutouts.

Rotate clockwise to lock the cable in place; counter- clockwise to un- lock the cable.

Serial (RS232C) or USB Port

The 10- pin modular connector on your communications cable plugs into the combination RS232C/USB communications port on the side of the printer. Signals and pin assignments for both communications ports are in the Specifications section of this manual.

The protocol used with this port is determined by the communications cable you are using. Refer to Appendix A for more information on the communications cables offered with the P4T Series.

Plug the connector into the RS232 port and ensure its locking device has clicked into position.

The other end of the cable must be plugged into the host terminal as shown in Figure 14, or to a serial port on a computer as shown in Figure 15.

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P4T specifications

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The RP4T is another outstanding model within Zebra's mobile printing range. This printer offers RFID capabilities, allowing users to print and encode RFID labels seamlessly. It is engineered for easy integration into existing workflows, with a simple interface and multiple connectivity options, including Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. The RP4T's lightweight design and long-lasting battery enhance portability, making it perfect for field operations where mobility is essential.

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