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Print Operations

Fonts and Your Printer

Fonts and Your Printer

The ZD500 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 printer’s font capabilities are programming language dependent. 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 programming guide describes and documents 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 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 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 the Zebra Setup utility or ZebraNet™ Bridge.

To display all of the fonts loaded in your 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.

Localizing the Printer with Code Pages

The ZD500 Series™ printer supports two sets of language, region and character sets for permanent fonts loaded into the printer for each printer programming language, ZPL and EPL. The printer supports localization with common international character map code pages.

For ZPL code page support, including Unicode, see the ^CI command in the ZPL programmer’s guide.

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ZD500 Series™ Thermal Transfer Printer User’s Guide

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Zebra Technologies ZD500 Fonts and Your Printer, Identifying Fonts in Your Printer, Localizing the Printer with Code Pages

ZD500 specifications

Zebra Technologies ZD500 is a cutting-edge thermal transfer printer designed to meet the diverse needs of modern businesses requiring high-quality label, wristband, and tag printing. This printer is particularly favored in industries such as healthcare, retail, and logistics due to its superior performance, reliability, and advanced technology features.

One of the standout characteristics of the ZD500 is its exceptional print quality. With a printing resolution of up to 300 dpi, it ensures that labels and tags are sharp and legible. This is particularly important for barcodes, which need to be scanned accurately for efficient inventory management and tracking. The printer has a print speed of up to 6 inches per second, allowing for quick production of labels, which helps enhance workflow efficiency.

The ZD500 is equipped with a user-friendly interface, including a color touchscreen display that makes operation and navigation intuitive. This feature reduces the learning curve for new users and minimizes operational errors. Furthermore, its compact design allows for easy placement in various work environments without consuming valuable space.

Connectivity is another major highlight of the ZD500. It offers multiple connectivity options, including USB, Ethernet, and Bluetooth, making it versatile for different setups. This flexibility allows businesses to integrate the printer into their existing systems seamlessly. Additionally, Zebra's Link-OS environment supports printer management and configuration from any device, streamlining maintenance and improving productivity.

Security is a crucial concern in today’s digital landscape, and the ZD500 addresses this with robust security features. It includes secure wireless communication protocols, ensuring that sensitive data is protected during transmission.

In terms of durability, the printer is built to withstand the rigors of everyday use while remaining compact and portable. It also supports a variety of media types, giving users the freedom to print on different materials as needed. This adaptability makes the ZD500 an excellent choice for businesses that require customized printing solutions.

Overall, the Zebra Technologies ZD500 is a powerful and versatile thermal printer that combines high-quality output, user-friendly design, advanced connectivity options, and security features, making it a valuable asset for any organization looking to enhance its labeling capabilities.