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Storage ............2 Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus Printer Overview ....... 3 Front Panel .
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The Preface discusses the topics and illustrates standards that are used throughout this guide. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Contents Contacts ......xxvi Support .
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Troubleshooting Specifications DB-9 Connectors Parallel Data Port Memory Cards Extend Printhead Life Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide About this Document Content Description Provides a high level overview of the Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus printer. Provides instructions for loading media and ribbon.
Important • Provides information that is essential to the completion of a task. Note • Indicates neutral or positive information that emphasizes or supplements important points of the main text. Example • Provides an example, often a scenario, to better clarify a section of text. xxviii Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
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Preface Document Conventions Illustration Call-out Instructions: Illustration call-out instructions are used when an illustration contains either information about a dialog box, step(s) to accomplish, or numbers in a table. PAUSE Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide xxix...
Preface Related Documents Related Documents In addition to the Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide, the following documents might be helpful references: • The ZPL II Programming Guide Volume I and Volume II (Zebra part number 45540L) details how to create the perfect label format for your application. The guide explains how the optional ZBI™...
HAPTER Introduction This chapter provides a high level overview of the Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus Printer. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Contents Inspect the printer ..... . . 2 Report Damage .
If you discover shipping damage: • Immediately notify the shipping company and file a damage report. Important • Zebra Technologies Corporation is not responsible for any damage incurred during the shipment of the equipment and will not repair this damage under warranty •...
Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus Printer Overview The following information is a general overview of the Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus printers operational controls and location of major components needed in the loading of media and ribbon. Front Panel The front panel keys and lights are shown below.
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Introduction Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus Printer Overview Number Description Power LED Pause LED Error LED Data LED PLUS (+) Key SETUP/EXIT Key CANCEL Key PAUSE Key FEED Key SELECT Key MINUS (–) Key Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
Printer Side View The illustration below is a simplified view of your printer. Depending on installed options, your printer may look slightly different. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus Printer Overview Number Description Printhead Assembly Transmissive Sensor Label Supply Guide...
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Introduction Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus Printer Overview Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
Printer Setup Before You Begin Before You Begin Media The Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus are capable of using various types of media. These include continuous roll and fanfold media as labels or card stock with optional perforations and registration holes. Refer to Printer Basics on page 33 and ribbon.
Note • When printing in direct thermal mode, ribbon is not used and should not be loaded into the printer. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Printer Basics on page 33 for a detailed description of Printer Setup...
When you look at the media, you can tell where one label ends and the next one begins. The illustration below shows samples of all three. The noncontinuous with gaps, is individual labels on a continuous liner. Number Description Hole Notch Label Gap Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
Continuous Media Continuous media (shown below) is one uninterrupted roll of material without gaps, holes, notches, or black marks that allows the image to be printed anywhere on the label. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Number Description Black Mark Printer Setup...
Use only if printer has a Printer automatically cutter option. cuts the label after it is printed. Use only if printer has The media and/or liner the rewind option. are rewound onto a core as they are printed. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
One method of media loading is shown in the illustration below. For more detailed instructions, as well as information about how to load the different types of media and the various printing modes, see Number Description Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Printer Basics on page Printhead Assembly Transmissive Sensor...
If the media is thermal transfer material, you must load a ribbon to print labels. See the illustration below. If the media is direct thermal material, do not load a ribbon. Number Description Strip Plate Printhead Assembly Ribbon Take-Up Spindle Ribbon Supply Spindle Printhead Open Lever Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
Calibration Auto Calibration The Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus automatically calibrate on power up. During auto calibration, the printer determines the label length and sensor settings. Auto calibration occurs when the printer is turned on and each time the printer recovers from an error condition. To clear an error, open and close the printhead assembly and then press PAUSE.
This adjustment may be necessary if printing is too light on one side or if thick media is used. The pressure adjustment dials for the Z4Mplus each have four possible settings designated by blocks of increasing size embossed on the print mechanism. The smallest block (fully counterclockwise) is considered position 1 and the largest block (fully clockwise) is considered position 4.
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If the media tends to shift to the right while printing, increase the left dial setting one position or decrease the right dial setting one position. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Printer Setup Printhead Pressure Adjustment...
1. Turn the adjustment dial clockwise to align the media toward the mainframe. 2. Turn the dial counter clockwise to align the media away from the mainframe. Number Description Rewind Spindle Backplate Rewind Spindle Adjustment Dial Printhead Assembly Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
• If you encounter any problems while you are configuring the printer or printing a test label, see correctly, go to Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide page Troubleshoot Printing Problems on page Communication on page...
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Printer Setup Configuration Label Z4Mplus - 200dpi Z6Mplus - 300dpi Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
• Configure the printer according to the directions given in page • Check the position of the media sensor and move if necessary. Follow the directions in Position the Label Sensor on page Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Troubleshoot Printing Problems Basic Configuration on Printer Setup...
Tear-Off (default setting), Peel-Off, Cutter, Rewind. Non-continuous (default setting), Continuous Web (default setting), Mark Auto Select (default setting), Reflective, Transmissive Thermal transfer (default setting using a ribbon), Direct thermal (no ribbon) Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide for more detailed...
12. If the position of the label needs to be adjusted, press SELECT. 13. Press PLUS (+) to move the label forward or MINUS (–) to move the label back. 14. Press SELECT to accept the changes. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Printer Setup Basic Configuration...
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Web sensor is used with most labels, unless the label liner has black marks on the back. If your liner does not have black marks, press PLUS (+) to go to the next step, Sensor Select. Step showed examples of non-continuous and continuous Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
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34. Press SETUP/EXIT to leave the front panel menu. SAVE CHANGES PERMANENT displays. 35. Press SETUP/EXIT again. SAVING PERMANENT displays. One or more labels may feed out, depending on your settings. The LCD displays PRINTER READY. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Printer Setup Basic Configuration Step...
3. Move the reflective sensor positioning lever across the width of the media until the reflective sensor aligns with the gap or notch. The glow of the red light assists in the proper placement of the reflective sensor. Transmissive Sensor on page Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
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4. Close the printhead assembly. Number Description Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Printhead Assembly Reflective Sensor Adjustment Lever Printhead Open Lever Printer Setup Position the Label Sensor...
Configure the Software or Printer Driver Many printer settings may also be controlled by your printer’s driver or label preparation software. See the driver or software documentation for more information. SENSOR SELECT on page Adjustable Transmissive Sensor (Optional) Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
HAPTER Communication This chapter describes communications options and their connections. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Contents System Considerations ....30 Interfaces......30...
(default settings are 9600 baud, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity, and XON/XOFF). Parity only applies to data transmitted by the printer since the parity of received data is ignored. See Serial Data Communications on page 124 page 123. to configure the Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
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Parallel Port Communicating using the parallel port (see the parallel illustration below), does not require special settings. The serial settings do not affect the parallel port. Refer to Parallel Data Port on page 131 Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Printer Computer Male...
• Do not tie the data cables to power wire conduits. Note • RS-422 and RS-485 applications should use twisted shielded pairs as recommended in the Appendix of the TIA/EIA-485 Specification. Computer Printer 36-pin male 25-pin female 10 ft. (3 mm) maximum 25-pin male Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
Printer Basics This chapter provides instructions for loading media and ribbon. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Contents Printer Overview ..... . . 34 Front Panel .
The front panel display shows the printer’s operating status and allows you to change settings as needed to work with your media and label formats. The front panel keys and lights are shown below. PAUSE Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
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Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Number Description Power LED Pause LED Error LED Data LED PLUS (+) Key SETUP/EXIT Key CANCEL Key PAUSE Key FEED Key SELECT Key MINUS (–) Key Printer Basics Printer Overview...
Increases the value. (change mode) Answers yes. Prints a label (when applicable). MINUS (–) Scrolls to the previous selection. (scroll mode) MINUS (–) Decreases the value. (change mode) Selects the digit you wish to change. Answers no. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
DATA One flash Slow flashing Fast flashing The printer is receiving data. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Indication The printer is off or no power is applied. The printer is on. Normal printer operation. The printer has stopped all printing operations.
8. Ensure the media is against the back of the transmissive sensor. Slide in the media guide until it touches, but does not restrict, the edge of the label. 9. Close the printhead assembly. 10. The printer is paused (the Pause light is on), press PAUSE to enable printing. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
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Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Number Description Printhead Assembly Transmissive Sensor Label Supply Guide Label Supply Hanger Dancer Label Guide Printhead Open Lever Printer Basics Load Roll Media...
12. Close the printhead assembly. 13. Close the peel assembly using the peel lever. 14. The printer is paused (the Pause light is on), press PAUSE to enable printing. Peeling starts automatically. Press FEED to test. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
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Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Number Description Printhead Assembly Transmissive Sensor Media Supply Guide Media Supply Hanger Dancer Media Guide Printhead Open Lever Peel Assembly Label Peel Lever Tear-Off/Peel/Off Bar Printer Basics Load Roll Media...
The Liner Take-up option must be installed to use this mode. The option is shown in the illustration on the next page. Note • This option is available on the Z4Mplus printer only 1. Press the printhead open lever. The printhead assembly springs up.
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16. Turn the spindle assembly counterclockwise a few times to snug the liner. 17. If the printer is paused (the pause light is on), press PAUSE to enable printing. Peeling starts automatically. Press FEED to test. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Number Description Printhead Assembly...
9. Remove the labels from the first 18 in. (450 mm) of media. 10. Ensure the media is against the back of the transmissive sensor. Slide in the media guide until it touches, but does not restrict, the edge of the media. Liner Slide Liner Slide Tab Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
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17. Close the peel assembly using the peel lever. 18. If the printer is paused (the Pause light is on), press PAUSE to enable printing. Peeling starts automatically. Press FEED to test. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Printer Basics Load Roll Media...
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Number Description Printhead Assembly Transmissive Sensor Label Supply Guide Label Supply Hanger Rewind Spindle Rewind Label Guide Thumbscrew Dancer Label Guide Rewind Label Spindle Printhead Open Lever Peel Assembly Label Rewind Base Assembly Peel Lever Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
11. Feed the media over the peel assembly and through the rewind base assembly. 12. Loosen the thumbscrew and slide out the rewind media guide to the end of the take-up spindle. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Printer Basics Load Roll Media...
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Ensure the edge of the liner is flush against the backplate of the take-up spindle. 14. Slide the rewind media guide against the media, and tighten the thumbscrew. 15. Close the printhead assembly. 16. The printer is paused (the Pause light is on), press to enable printing. PAUSE Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
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Number Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Description Printhead Assembly Transmissive Sensor Label Supply Guide Label Supply Hanger Rewind Spindle Rewind Label Guide Thumbscrew Dancer Label Guide Rewind Label Spindle Printhead Open Lever Rewind Base Assembly Peel Assembly Peel Lever Printer Basics...
7. Ensure the media is against the back of the transmissive sensor. Then, slide in the media guide until it just touches, but does not restrict, the edge of the media. 8. Close the printhead assembly. 9. Press PAUSE Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
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Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Rear Feed Bottom Feed Number Description Printhead Assembly Transmissive Sensor Label Supply Guide Label Supply Hanger Dancer Label Guide Printhead Open Lever Printer Basics Load Fanfold Media...
6. Hold the ribbon snug and free of wrinkles and in line with the guide mark near the left edge of the strip plate. Close the printhead assembly. 7. Wind the ribbon clockwise onto the ribbon take-up spindle. Spindle End Cap Retracted Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
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Number Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Description Strip Plate Printhead Assembly Release Knob Tension Blades Ribbon Take-Up Spindle Ribbon Supply Spindle Ribbon Sensor Printhead Open Lever Printer Basics Load the Ribbon...
3. When the tension blades collapse into the ribbon take-up spindle, hold the release knob and rotate the spent ribbon toward the rear of the printer. Then, slide off the ribbon. Note • Do not cut the ribbon on the ribbon take-up spindle. This may damage the spindle. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
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Configuration This chapter discusses detailed configuration settings. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Contents Configuration ......58 Enter Setup Mode .
Note • An asterisk (*) in the upper left-hand corner of the display indicates that the value displayed is different than the currently stored value. 97. Use the front panel display and the four keys directly Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
If the password was entered correctly, you can now change the value. 2. The default password is 1234. The password can be changed using the ^KP (Define Password) ZPL II instruction. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide for details. Configuration Configuration...
SETUP/EXIT, except for darkness and tear-off settings (if they were changed). • LOAD DEFAULTS — Loads factory defaults. • LOAD LAST SAVE — Loads values from the last permanent save. Press SETUP/EXIT again to save your choice. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
Configuration and Calibration Sequence Display Shows PRINTER READY Set Print Parameters DARKNESS PRINT SPEED Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Configuration and Calibration Sequence Action/Explanation Normal printer operation. Press SELECT to make change. Adjusting Print Darkness: Press PLUS (+) to increase darkness.
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Print mode settings tell the printer the method of media delivery that you wish to use. Be sure to select a print mode that your hardware configuration supports as some selections displayed are for optional printer features. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
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Display Shows MEDIA TYPE SENSOR TYPE Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Configuration and Calibration Sequence Action/Explanation Press SELECT to make change. Setting Media Type: Press PLUS (+) or MINUS (–) to display other choices. Default: Non-Continuous Selections: Non-continuous, Continuous Press SELECT to accept the change.
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(no ribbon) or thermal transfer (using thermal transfer media and ribbon). Selecting direct thermal when using thermal transfer media and ribbon creates a warning condition, but printing continues. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
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Display Shows PRINT WIDTH MAXIMUM LENGTH LIST FONTS LIST BAR CODES Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Configuration and Calibration Sequence Action/Explanation Press SELECT to make change. Setting Print Width: Press PLUS (+) to increase the value, press MINUS (–) to decrease the value. To change the unit of measurement, press MINUS (–) until the unit of...
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List All: Press PLUS (+) to print a label listing all of the available fonts, bar codes, images, formats, and the current printer configuration. This selection is used to print a label that lists the five previous selections, as described. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
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Display Shows FORMAT CARD Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Configuration and Calibration Sequence Action/Explanation Initialize Memory Card Caution • Perform this operation only when it is necessary to erase all previously stored information from the optional memory card. Press PLUS (+) to bypass this function.
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When initialization is complete, the printer automatically exits the configuration mode and the front panel displays PRINTER READY. Depending on the amount of free FLASH memory, initialization may take up to one minute to complete. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
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SENSOR PROFILE MEDIA AND RIBBON Press SELECT to display MEDIA AND RIBBON LOAD BACKiNG REMOVE RiBBON Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Configuration and Calibration Sequence Action/Explanation Press SELECT to make change. Sensor Profile: Press PLUS (+) to print a media sensor profile.
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Transfer Print Mode. The process is now complete. To see the new readings on the new scale, print a sensor profile. See illustration below. Press SELECT to accept the calibration. Press (+) to go to the next display. Plus Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
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These parameters make sure that the printer and host computer are speaking the same language. All communication parameters are password protected. PARALLEL COMM SERIAL COMM BAUD Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Configuration and Calibration Sequence Action/Explanation Press SELECT to make change. Setting Parallel Communications: Press PLUS (+) or MINUS (–) to display other choices.
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Press SELECT to accept the change. The handshake protocol of the printer must match the handshake protocol of the host computer for communications to take place. Select the handshake protocol that matches the one being used by the host computer. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
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Display Shows PROTOCOL NETWORK ID Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Configuration and Calibration Sequence Action/Explanation Press SELECT to make change. Setting Protocol: Press PLUS (+) or MINUS (–) to display other choices. Default: None Selections: None, Zebra, ACK_NACK Press SELECT to accept the change.
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NE indicates noise. For any errors, check that your communication parameters are correct. Set the print width equal to or less than the label width used for the test. See page 65 page 112. for more information. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
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DO NOT use the same hex value for the control, format, and delimiter character. The printer needs to see different characters to function properly. CONTROL PREFIX FORMAT PREFIX Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Configuration and Calibration Sequence Action/Explanation Press SELECT to make change.
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ZPL or ZPL II. This eliminates the need to rewrite any ZPL formats you already have. See the ZPL II Programming Guide Volume II for more information on the differences between ZPL and ZPL II. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
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Display Shows Power-Up and Head Close Parameters MEDIA POWER UP HEAD CLOSE Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Configuration and Calibration Sequence Action/Explanation Press SELECT to make change. Media Power Up: Press PLUS (+) or MINUS (–) to display other choices.
The label top position adjusts the print position vertically on the label. Positive numbers adjust the label top position further down the label (away from the printhead); negative numbers adjust the position up the label (toward the printhead). Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
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RIBBON S. TAKE LABEL S. MEDIA LED RIBBON LED LCD ADJUST Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Configuration and Calibration Sequence Action/Explanation Press SELECT to make change. Adjusting Left Position: Press MINUS (–) to move to the next position, press PLUS (+) to change between + and to increase the value of the digit.
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This parameter allows changing of the date. If RTC is installed. RTC Time: Press SELECT to change. Press PLUS (+) to change value, press MINUS (–) to change position. Press SELECT to accept the change. This parameter allows changing of time. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
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Display Shows PASSWORD LEVEL IP RESOLUTION* IP PROTOCOLS* Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Configuration and Calibration Sequence Action/Explanation Press SELECT to make change. Password Level: Press PLUS (+) or MINUS (–) to display other choices. Default: Selected items Selections: Selected items, all items Press SELECT to accept the change.
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PLUS (+) to increase the value of the digit. Press SELECT to accept the change. This parameter allows you to select the IP address that the network traffic is routed through if the destination address is not part of the local network. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
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LANGUAGE You have now completed the entire configuration and calibration sequence. You may either press SELECT or SETUP/EXIT. DARKNESS Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Configuration and Calibration Sequence Action/Explanation Press SELECT to make change. Selecting the Display Language: Press PLUS (+) or MINUS (–) to display other choices.
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Load defaults: Loads factory defaults. Load last save: Loads the values from the last permanent save. Press SETUP/EXIT to activate the displayed choice. You have exited the configuration and calibration sequence and are now ready for normal printer operation. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
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Routine Care and Adjustments This chapter discusses printer cleaning and minor adjustments. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Contents Cleaning Procedures....86 Clean the Exterior .
* Zebra recommends using the Preventive Maintenance Kit, Part Number 47362 or a solution of 90% Isopropyl and 10% deionized water) Note • Zebra Technologies Corporation will not be responsible for damage caused by the use of cleaning fluids on the Z4Mplus/Z6Mplus printer.
Clean the printhead regularly For best results, perform the following cleaning procedure after changing every roll of ribbon. Inconsistent print quality, such as voids in the bar code or graphics, may indicate a dirty printhead. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
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Note • If print quality has not improved after performing this procedure, try cleaning the printhead with Save-A-Printhead cleaning film. This specially coated material removes contamination buildup without damaging the printhead. Call your authorized Zebra reseller for more information. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
For printers with the peel-off, liner take-up, and/or rewind option(s) installed, clean the take label sensor as well. Printhead Assembly Transmissive Sensor Reflective Sensor Platen Roller Ribbon Sensor Take-Label Sensor Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
5. Close the peel assembly. Note • When cleaning the tear-off/peel-off bar or the pinch roller, remove excess solvent with a pad to ensure the solvent has dried before printing. 6. Close the printhead assembly. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
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Routine Care and Adjustments Cleaning Procedures Number Description Printhead Assembly Tear-Off/Peel-Off Bar Pinch Roller Peel Assembly Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
5. Close the peel assembly. Note • When cleaning the tear-off/peel-off bar or the pinch roller, remove excess solvent with a pad to ensure the solvent has dried before printing. 6. Close the printhead assembly. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
6. When you have finished cleaning the cutter module, plug in and turn on the printer. The lower cutter blade returns to its correct operating position. If the cutter continues to perform unsatisfactorily, contact an authorized service technician. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
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Routine Care and Adjustments Cleaning Procedures Number Description Lubrication No lubrication is needed for this printer. Thumbscrew and Lock Washer Cutter Shield Upper Cutter Blade Lower Cutter Blade Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
3. To install a new fuse, remove the old fuse and insert the new fuse into the fuse holder. 4. Push the end cap in slightly, then insert the tip of a flat blade screwdriver into the slot in the end cap and turn clockwise to engage it. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
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Routine Care and Adjustments Cleaning Procedures Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
HAPTER Troubleshooting This chapter discusses typical problems and their probable solutions. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Content LCD Error Conditions and Warnings ..98 Error Conditions ..... 98 Warnings .
Perform the media and ribbon sensor calibration (see page 15). Solution Put the printer in direct thermal mode via the front panel and remove ribbon. Ensure that the printer driver or software settings are correctly set. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Load the...
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The printer is set for non- continuous media, but continuous media is loaded. The incorrect media sensor is being used. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide LCD Error Conditions and Warnings Solution Reload the media. See Load Roll Media beginning on page Check the position of the reflective sensor.
Ensure that the printer driver and/or software settings are correctly set. Remove the ribbon and set the printer to direct thermal mode. See PRINT MODE on page Ensure that the printer driver and/or software settings are correctly set. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
Caution • The printhead is hot and can cause severe burns. Allow the printhead to cool. Problem The printhead is under temperature. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide LCD Error Conditions and Warnings Solution Allow the printer to cool. Printing automatically resumes when the printhead elements cool to an acceptable operating temperature.
Ensure that the device, such as FLASH memory or PCMCIA card, is installed and not write protected or full. Ensure that the data is not directed to a device that is not installed or available. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
The printhead is dirty. Light, consistent vertical lines running through all labels Problem The printhead or platen roller is dirty. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Print Quality Problems Solution Consult your authorized Zebra reseller/ distributor for information and advice. For optimal print quality, set the print speed to a lower setting via ZPL II, the driver, software, or front panel.
Set the pressure to the minimum required for good print quality. See Set Printhead Pressure on page Make sure that the media guide and media supply guide touch the edge of the media. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Load the...
Problem Loss of printing registration on labels. Excessive vertical drift in top-of-form registration. Auto Calibrate failed. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Print Quality Problems Solution Adjust the reflective sensor position. See page 26 Set the printer for the correct media type.
RS-485 cables allow serial transmission up to 4000 ft.(1.2 km). Check cable length and shielding, and confirm the appropriate RS- 232, RS-422, or RS-485 setting is being used. Check the printer driver or software communications settings. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
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Incorrect data is being sent to the printer. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Print Quality Problems Solution Verify the prefix and delimiter characters. page Check the communication settings on the computer.
See information on setting the print width. ). Keep the key(s) depressed until the DATA light turns ) and then back on to reset the printer. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide page 65...
The configuration may be changed either temporarily (for specific label formats or ribbon and label stock) or permanently (by saving the new parameters in memory). page 22 for further information about the configuration procedure. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Z4Mplus - 200dpi Troubleshooting Printer Diagnostics...
• Pressing CANCEL again while the printer is paused alters the self test a fourth time. When PAUSE is pressed, the printer prints 15 labels at the printer’s maximum speed. • To exit this self test at any time, press and hold CANCEL. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
The value printed on that label is added to (plus) or subtracted from (minus) the darkness value specified on the configuration label. The resulting numeric value (0 to 30) is the best darkness value for that specific media and ribbon combination. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide page 22 for more...
1. Press SETUP/EXIT two times. 2. Use PLUS (+) or MINUS (–) to scroll through the SAVE CHANGES choices. 3. When LOAD DEFAULTS displays, press SETUP/EXIT. page 75. A typical printout ) to exit this self test. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
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HAPTER Specifications This chapter contains all needed specifications on the Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus printers. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Contents General Specifications....114 Printing Specifications .
5° to 40°C 40° to 104°F –40° to 60°C –40° to 140°F –40° to 60°C 20% to 85%, non-condensing 5% to 85%, non-condensing Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide 338 mm 341 mm 475 mm 16 kg 5° to 40° C...
Programmable 203 dots/ constant print inch speeds 300 dots/ inch Thin film printhead with energy control Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide 203 dots/inch 8 dots/mm 300 dots/inch 12 dots/mm 0.00492 in. x 0.125 mm x 0.00492 in. 0.125 mm 0.0033 in.
4 mm 0.236 in. × 6 mm × 3 mm 0.236 in. × 0.12 in. 0.125 in. 3 mm 3.8 mm 57 mm Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Z6Mplus 0.5 in. 13 mm 1 in. 25.4 mm 0.5 in. 13 mm 1.5 in.
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Horizontal width Location Density, in Optical Density Units (UDO) > 1.0 ODU Maximum media density Transmissive Sensor Fixed Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Z4Mplus 0.98 in. to 2.5 to 0.453 in. 11.5 mm > 0.37 in. > 9.5 mm within 0.40 in.
300 m ribbon roll ratio 3:1 media to 1476 ft. 450 m ribbon roll ratio 1 in. 25.4 mm 1 in. Z6Mplus 60 mm 174 mm 984 ft. 300 m 1476 ft. 450 m 25.4 mm Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
Interleaved 2 of 5 (supports ratios of 2:1 to 3:1; modulus 10 check digit) Industrial 2 of 5 Standard 2 of 5 QR Code Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide LOGMARS Plessey EAN-8, EAN-13, EAN EXTENSIONS UPC-A, UPC-E, UPC EXTENSIONS PDF-417 (2-dimensional bar code)
• The AC power plug and IEC 320 connector must bear the certification mark of at least one of the known international safety organizations shown below. IEC 320 connector 3 conductor <HAR> cable Contact view Neutral Earth Live Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
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PPENDIX A DB-9 Connectors This appendix discusses the Serial Port connections and adaptors. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Content Printer Interface Technical Information ..124 Serial Data Communications ... 124...
Serial Data Communications Hardware Control Signal Descriptions For all RS-232 input and output signals, the Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus printers follow both the Electronics Industries Association (EIA) RS-232 and the Consultative Committee for International Telegraph and Telephone (CCITT) V.24 standard signal level specifications.
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JP1, pins 2 and 3. Note • An interface module is required for RS-422/RS-485 interface support (refer to page 129). Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Printer Interface Technical Information Description Not connected Receive data—data input to printer Transmit data—data output from printer...
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Note • The cable used to connect the printer to a computer must be a null modem (crossover) cable. If you want to connect the printer to any other DTE devices, a null modem cable must also be used. (RD) (TD) (DTR) (SG) (DSR) (RTS) (RD) (TD) (DTR) (SG) (DSR) (RTS) Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
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Equipment (DCE) such as a modem, use a standard RS-232 (straight-through) interface cable. Figure 45 illustrates the connections required for this cable. (Printer) NOTE • Pin 1 is unused and unterminated at the printer. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Printer Interface Technical Information RXD (receive data) TXD (transmit data)
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Male DB-9 Adapter Connector (plugs into printer) Note • Pin 1 of DB-9 connector is unused and unterminated. Female DB-25 Adapter +5 VDC SIGNAL +5 VDC SIGNAL Connector (plugs into cable) Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
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RS-485 interface, an interface adapter is required (Zebra part number 33130). The illustration below shows the required cable wiring for interconnecting to the interface adapter’s DB-25 female connector. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Printer Interface Technical Information DB-25P...
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Parallel Data Port This appendix discusses the parallel data port and connections. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Contents Parallel Data Port ..... 132 Parallel Interface .
The other end of the cable connects to the printer connector at the host computer. Port selection for status information is determined each time the printer is turned on. Parallel Port Interconnections The table below shows the pin configuration and function of a standard computer-to-printer parallel cable. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
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36-Pin Connectors 2 to 9 16 and 17 19 to 30 33 and 34 Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Description nStrobe/HostClk Data Bits 1 to 8 nACK/PtrClk Busy/PtrBusy PError/ACKDataReq Select/Xflag nAutoFd/HostBusy Not used Ground +5V @ 750 mA The maximum current draw may be limited by option configuration.
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Memory Cards......136 PCMCIA Card ..... . 136 Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
3. Reinstall the PCMCIA card shield over the PCMCIA card and card slot. The printer is now ready to operate with the additional memory or font option. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
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To verify that the card has successfully initialized, print a configuration label and review it to see if the new memory card information is listed. Notch Card Eject Button PCMCIA Card Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
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PPENDIX Extend Printhead Life This appendix discusses the processes needed to extend the life of the printhead. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Content Extend the Life of Your Printhead with Save-a-Printhead Cleaning Film ..140 Recommended for all Zebra printers .
The third printhead has printed far fewer labels, but without proper care and maintenance, signs of abrasion and contamination buildup are evident. Less than 1 Million Inches Over 1 Million Inches (Properly Maintained) (Without Proper Care) Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
• Ensure that the thermal transfer ribbon is as wide as or wider than the label media to prevent exposing the elements to the more abrasive label material. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Extend Printhead Life...
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For 200 and 300 dpi printers: Clean after every roll (1500 feet or 450 m) of thermal transfer ribbon or after every roll (500 feet or 150 m) of direct thermal labels or when CLEAN HEAD NOW appears on the liquid crystal display (LCD). Cleaning Film Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
If a replacement printhead is needed, Zebra strongly recommends using a product from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) to ensure that your printer and part warranties remain intact and that the product performs optimally. Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Cleaning Film Extend Printhead Life...
Order kit number: For Printers with Print 46902 44902 48902 38902 22902 Widths of: 3.0–4.0 in. (76–102 mm) 4.0–5.0 in. (102–127 mm) 5.0–6.0 in. (127–152 mm) 6.0–7.0 in. (152–178 mm) 8.0–9.0 in. (178–229 mm) Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
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Save-a-Printhead Cleaning Film Communication Problems, Communications Diagnostics Test, Configuration Changing Password-Protected Parameters, Configuration and Calibration Sequence, Entering the Setup Mode, Leaving the Setup Mode, Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide Printer Driver Software, Printer, Contacts Continuous Media, Cutter Mode, Damage, Data Communications Parallel,...
Serial Data Communications, Printhead Pressure Adjustment, Printing Specifications, Proprietary Statement Reflective Sensor Adjustment, Reflective Sensor Positioning, Reporting Damage, Rewind Media Alignment, Ribbon Loading, Ribbon Removal, Ribbon Specifications, Roll Media Loading, RS-232 serial data port, 14, 54 38–52 Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide...
Storage, Support xxvi System Considerations Interfaces, Tear-off Mode, Technical Transmissive Sensor Positioning, Types of Media Continuous Media, Non-continuous Black Mark Media, Non-Continuous Web Media, Value Peel-off Mode, Zebra Programming Language (ZPL II), Z4Mplus and Z6Mplus User Guide 142–144 Index Index-3...
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