Symptom

Diagnosis

Action

 

Media or ribbon

See “Loading the Media” on page 8 and

Truncated print, no print, or FEED

improperly loaded.

“Loading the Ribbon” on page 15.

button operates incorrectly while using

 

 

Incorrect media

See “Adjusting the Media Sensor” on

non-continuous media.

sensor position or

page 18.

 

sensitivity.

 

 

See “Auto Calibration” on page 19.

 

 

 

Fine gray lines on blank labels at

Wrinkled ribbon.

See “Wrinkled Ribbon” in this table.

angles.

 

 

 

 

 

Long tracks of missing print on several

Wrinkled ribbon.

See “Wrinkled Ribbon” in this table.

labels.

 

 

Print element

Call a service technician.

 

damaged.

 

 

 

 

 

Ribbon fed through

See “Loading the Ribbon” on page 15.

 

machine incorrectly.

 

 

 

 

 

Incorrect darkness

Set to the lowest value needed for good

 

setting.

print quality.

 

 

 

 

Incorrect printhead

See “Toggle Pressure Adjustment” on

 

pressure.

page 40.

 

 

 

 

Incorrect dual-

Pull spindle end cap out when using wide

Wrinkled Ribbon

tension spindle

media to obtain normal (higher) tension.

setting.

See “Loading the Ribbon” on page 15.

 

 

 

 

 

Media not feeding

Make sure the media is snug by adjusting

 

properly; it is walking

the media guides.

 

from side to side.

 

 

 

 

 

Continuing

Call a service technician.

 

symptoms.

 

 

 

 

 

Glue material from

Refer to “Routine Care and Adjustments”

 

back of labels

beginning on page 27 and perform

 

causing media

maintenance and cleaning of the printer.

 

movement

 

In Peel-Off mode, skewed or stuck

problems.

 

labels.

 

 

Media and backing

Reload media and adjust the power roller, if

 

not properly aligned

needed. See “Loading the Media” on

 

in printer.

page 8 and “Backing Rewind Power Roller

 

 

Adjustment” on page 42.

 

 

 

 

Media was pulled

Open and close the printhead, so it

 

when motor was not

calibrates to find the label length.

 

moving.

 

 

 

 

Image is not positioned correctly and/

Incorrect media

See “Adjusting the Media Sensor” on

sensor position.

page 18.

or misprint of 1 to 3 labels.

 

 

Media or ribbon

See “Loading the Media” on page 8 and

 

 

improperly loaded.

“Loading the Ribbon” on page 15.

 

 

 

 

Auto calibrate failed.

Perform a manual calibration. See “Manual

 

 

Calibration” on page 53.

 

 

 

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Zebra S400 & S600 User’s Guide

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Zebra Technologies S400, S600 manual Media guides

S400, S600 specifications

Zebra Technologies is renowned for its innovative printing solutions, particularly in the realm of barcode and label printing. Among their notable offerings are the S600 and S400 printers, which cater to a variety of industrial and commercial printing needs.

The Zebra S600 is designed for high-volume printing environments, making it an excellent choice for businesses that require efficiency and reliability. It features high-speed printing capabilities, allowing users to produce labels at a rate of up to 10 inches per second. This model supports a wide range of media sizes and types, from small labels to large shipping tags. Equipped with advanced media handling features, the S600 can easily accommodate both die-cut and continuous media, enhancing its versatility.

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Similar to the S600, the S400 supports various media types and is compatible with many printing applications, ensuring that organizations can find the right labels for their needs. The S400 also features a user-friendly interface that allows for easy control and monitoring, making it accessible even for those with minimal technical expertise.

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