User's Manual

QL 420 User’s Guide iii
Contents
Introduction ............................................6
Unpacking and Inspection .............................................. 6
Reporting Damage .......................................................... 6
Getting Ready to Print.............................8
Battery............................................................................. 8
Installing the Battery ........................................................ 8
Charging the Battery........................................................ 8
Battery Safety ................................................................ 10
Charger Safety .............................................................. 10
Loading the Media .........................................................11
Installing the Media........................................................ 11
Operator Controls ......................................................... 15
Standard Keypad ........................................................... 15
LCD Control Panel......................................................... 17
Verify the Printer Is Working ......................................... 20
Printing a Configuration Label ....................................... 20
Connecting the Printer .................................................. 20
Cable Communications ................................................. 21
IR Communications ....................................................... 22
Wireless Communications with Bluetooth™using ZBR
Radio ............................................................................. 23
Wireless Communications with Bluetooth™using ZBR-2
Radio ............................................................................. 25
Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) Module Using CF
Radio ............................................................................. 27
Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) Module Using
PCMCIA Radio .............................................................. 29
Frequency Hopping Wireless Local Area Network
(WLAN) Module Using PCMCIA Radio ......................... 31
Setting Up the Software ................................................ 33
Using the Accessories .................................................. 34
Belt Clip ......................................................................... 34
Kickstand ....................................................................... 34
Desk Stand .................................................................... 35
Adjustable Shoulder Strap............................................. 35
Preventive Maintenance........................36
Extending Battery Life................................................... 36
Cleaning ........................................................................ 37
Troubleshooting ....................................39