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Printer Configuration

Changing Printer Settings

Table 8 • TOOLS MENU (Continued)

Communication Use this diagnostics tool to cause the printer to output the hexadecimal values for all Diagnostics Mode data received by the printer.

For more information, see Communication Diagnostics Test on page 139.

 

Accepted values:

DISABLED

 

 

ENABLED

 

 

 

 

Related ZPL command(s):

~JD to enable, ~JE to disable

 

SGD command used:

device.diagnostic_print

 

Control panel key(s):

Hold PAUSE + FEED for 2 seconds when the

 

 

printer is in the Ready state.

 

 

 

 

Printer web page:

N/A

 

 

 

Enable ZBI

Zebra Basic Interpreter (ZBI 2.0™) is a programming option that may be purchased for

 

your printer. If you would like to purchase this option, contact your Zebra reseller for

 

more information.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Accepted values:

N/A

 

 

 

 

Related ZPL command(s):

none

 

 

 

 

SGD command used:

zbi.key (identifies if the ZBI 2.0 option is enabled

 

 

or disabled on the printer)

 

Printer web page:

N/A

 

 

 

Run a ZBI

If you have ZBI installed, you may choose to run a ZBI program that you have

Program

downloaded to your printer.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Accepted values:

N/A

 

 

 

 

Related ZPL command(s):

^JI, ~JI

 

SGD command used:

zbi.control.run

 

Printer web page:

Directory Listing

 

 

 

Stop a ZBI

If your printer is running a ZBI program, you may stop that program.

Program

 

 

 

Accepted values:

N/A

 

 

 

 

 

Related ZPL command(s):

~JQ

 

SGD command used:

zbi.control.terminate

 

Printer web page:

Directory Listing

 

 

 

 

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ZD500 Series™ Thermal Transfer Printer User’s Guide

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ZD500 specifications

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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.

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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.