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Table of Contents Proprietary Statements .............................................................. 5 Document Conventions .............................................................. 7 Introduction to the MZ Series .................................................... 8 Unpacking and Inspection ............................................................... 8 Reporting Damage ........................................................................... 8 MZ Series Introduction ..........................
Appendix A .................................................................................45 USB Interface Cables ................................................................................. 45 Cable .......................................................................................................... 45 More Interface Cables ............................................................................... 45 Appendix B Media Supplies ..........................................................
Proprietary Statements This manual contains proprietary information of Zebra Technologies Corporation. It is intended solely for the information and use of parties operating and maintaining the equipment described herein. Such proprietary information may not be used, reproduced, or disclosed to any other parties for any other purpose without the expressed written permission of Zebra Technologies Corporation.
Copyrights The copyrights in this manual and the label print engine described therein are owned by Zebra Technologies Corporation. Unauthorized reproduction of this manual or the software in the label print engine may result in imprisonment of up to one year and fines of up to $10,000 (17 U.S.C.506). Copyright violators may be subject to civil liability. This product may contain ZPL®, ZPL II®, and ZebraLink tm programs; Element Energy Equalizer ® Circuit; E3®; and AGFA fonts. Software © ZIH Corp.
Document Conventions The following conventions are used throughout this document to convey certain information: If you are viewing this guide online, click the underlined text to jump to a related Web site. Click on italic text (not underlined) to jump to that location in this manual.. Cautions, Important, and Note Caution • Warns you of the potential for electrostatic discharge. Caution • Warns you of a potential electric shock situation.
Introduction to the MZ Series Thank you for choosing one of our Zebra® MZ™ series Mobile Printers. These rugged printers are sure to become productive and efficient additions to your workplace thanks to their innovative design. Because they are made by Zebra Technologies, you’re assured of world-class support for all of your bar code printers, software, and supplies. • This user’s guide gives you the information you will need to operate any MZ series printer.
Figure 1: MZ Series Overview (MZ220 Illustrated) 14 13 12 1 11 2 10 9 8 3 4 5 6 7 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19.
Getting Ready to Print Battery Installing the Battery Important • Batteries are shipped partially charged. Remove any protective packaging from new battery packs prior to use. Figure 2: Installing the Battery 1. Use a coin to rotate the Battery Compartment lock 1 /4 turn as shown. 2. Remove the Battery Compartment Cover Battery Pack Note location of label 3. Plug the Battery Pack connector into the Printer. 4.
When the battery is first installed, the printer power and charge indicators should indicate the battery is not fully charged (see “Charging the Battery” below and “Operator Controls”). You must charge the battery fully before using the printer for the first time. To ensure maximum battery capacity, new batteries should go through two or three complete charge/discharge cycles when first put into service.
Figure 4: Charging the Battery MZ Series Charger Power Supplyr Charger Jack Charging the battery Refer to Figure 4. 1. Plug the Charger into the appropriate A.C. wall receptacle. Then insert the charge cable into the printer’s charger jack. 2. The printer’s charger indicator will indicate the status of the charger as follows: • An amber light indicates the battery is charging, and that the battery is less than 90% charged. • A green light indicates the battery is fully charged.
MZ Series Quad Docking Station The MZ series Quad Docking Station is designed to dock and charge up to four MZ series printers simultaneously. 1. Ensure that the Docking Station has been installed properly per its instruction manual. Ensure that the power supply is properly connected and its power indicator light is on. 2. Slide a printer into any one of the four docking bays as shown in Figure 5.
Battery Safety Caution • Avoid accidental short circuiting of any battery. Allowing battery terminals to contact conductive material will create a short circuit which could cause burns and other injuries or could start a fire. Important • Always dispose of used batteries properly. Refer to Appendix D for more battery recycling information. Important • Always observe the safety precautions in the Lithium-ion Technical Bulletin included with each Battery Pack.
Loading the Media (All models) 1. Open the printer: Refer to Figure 6. • Press the latch release button on the top of the printer as shown at “1” below. The media cover will flip open automatically revealing the media compartment. 2. Load the media: Refer to Figure 7 • Insert the roll of media into the media compartment. Ensure that the media pulls off the core in the direction shown in Figure 6. 3. Close the Media Cover: Refer to Figure 8.
Figure 7: Installing Media Media Roll Note direction media pulls off the roll. Figure 8: Closing the Media Cover Pull a short length of media out of the Printer Media Cover Ensure both sides of the media cover are securely latched when closed.
Operator Controls MZ series printer controls are detailed below and in Figure 9. The printer has two control buttons and four multipurpose indicators. The Power Button turns the printer on and off. The Feed Button advances a length of media until it is released. The Green/Amber indicator to the left of the Power Button indicates the status of the printer’s built-in charger: • The indicator is off indicates the battery is not being charged. • If the indicator is amber the battery is being charged.
other Bluetooth device. 2. A blinking light indicates that the printer is receiving data via Bluetooth communications. • If the printer has an 802.11b/g radio installed: 1. A steady light indicates the printer has associated with a wireless Local Area Network (WLAN). 2. A blinking light indicates that the printer is attempting to associate with a WLAN. Figure 9: Printer Controls Power Light (Green) Power Button Indicates power status and battery condition.
Verify the Printer Is Working Before you connect the printer to your computer, portable data terminal ore wireless LAN, make sure that the printer is in proper working order. You can do this by printing a configuration label using the “two key reset” method. If you can’t get this label to print, refer to “Troubleshooting”. Printing a Configuration Label 1. Turn the printer off. Load the media compartment with journal media (media with no black bars printed on the back) 2. Press and hold the Feed Button. 3.
Cable Communication Caution • The printer should be turned off before connecting or disconnecting the communications cable. The small connector on the USB cable plugs into the printer. The connectors are keyed to assure correct alignment; do not try to force the cable if it does not plug in. The other end of the cable must be plugged into the host terminal as shown in Figure 10, or the USB port on a computer (Figure 11.
IR Communications Ensure that there is a direct line of sight between the printer and the terminal that will be sending data. The IR window on the front of the printer must face the corresponding window on the terminal to properly send and receive signals. The maximum distance IrDA signals can be transmitted reliably is 1M (39”). IrDA compliant terminals will automatically initiate communications to the printer.
Wireless Communications with Bluetooth™ Bluetooth is a worldwide standard for the exchange of data between two devices via radio frequencies. Bluetooth radios are relatively low powered to help prevent interference with other devices running at similar radio frequencies. This limits the range of a Bluetooth device to about 10 meters (32 feet). Both the printer and the device it communicates with must follow the Bluetooth standard.
WLAN Overview All MZ series printers can be equipped with radios using the industry standard 802.11b/g protocol. MZ series printers will have the FCC I.D. number of the radio on the serial number label on the back of the unit. MZ series printers with the Zebra 802.11b/g WLAN radio option can be identified by the FCC ID: I28MD-ZLAN11G on the serial number label on the back of the printer. Methods of establishing communications to MZ series printers will vary with each LAN application.
Radio Regulatory Information Zebra Bluetooth Radios MZ-ZBR3 Caution • Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation. The radiated output power of this internal Bluetooth radio is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. The internal Bluetooth radio operates within guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations. Do not use the printer in an unauthorized manner.
WLAN Module Using 802.11b/g Radio The following section only applies when the 802.11b/g WLAN module (With FCC ID: I28MD-ZLAN11G) is installed in a MZ series printer. Only one of the radio options can be installed in the printer at one time and the antenna used for these transmitters must not be co-located or must not operate in conjunction with any other antenna. MZ series printers have the FCC ID number on a label on the back of the unit.
Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity This device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC. The following test methods have been applied in order to prove presumption of compliance with the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC: • EN55022:1998 European Immunity Standard • EN 60950: 2000 Safety of Information Technology Equipment • EN 300 328-2 V1.2.1 (2001-12) Technical requirements for spread-spectrum radio equipment • EN 301 489-17 V1.2.
Wearing the Printer Belt Clip Refer to Figure 13. All MZ series printers are have a belt clip installed as a standard feature. To use: hook the clip over your belt, and ensure that the clip is securely attached to the belt. The belt clip will pivot slightly to allow you to move freely while wearing the printer.
Adjustable Shoulder Strap Refer to Figure 14 if you have ordered the shoulder strap option for your printer. Secure each end of the shoulder strap as shown below. Use the main buckle on the shoulder strap to adjust to the desired length. Thread the free end of the shoulder strap through one of the slots on the belt clip Thread the free end of the shoulder strap through the buckle and pull tight to adjust. Secure the other end of the strap in the remaining slot on the belt clip.
Preventive Maintenance Extending Battery Life • Always observe the safety precautions in the LithiumIon Battery Technical Bulletin included with each Battery Pack. • Never expose the battery to direct sunlight or temperatures over 104° F (40° C). • Do not charge the battery when the temperature exceeds 113° F (45° C). • Always use a Zebra power supply designed specifically for the MZ series printers. Use of any other kind of powerr supply may damage the battery.
General Cleaning Instructions Caution • To avoid possible personal injury or damage to the printer, never insert any pointed or sharp objects into the printer. Always turn the printer off before performing any cleaning procedures. Use care when working near the tear bar. The edges are very sharp. Caution • The printhead can be very hot after prolonged printing. Allow it to cool off before attempting any cleaning procedures.
Tear Bar Printhead Elements Media Compartment Platen Surface Figure 15: MZ Series Cleaning Note • Twelve packs of approved cleaning pens are available from Zebra as p/n AN11209-1. Caution • To avoid possible personal injury or damage to the Printer, never insert any pointed or sharp objects into the Printer.
Troubleshooting Interpreting Indicators The printer’s indicators display various printer functions and their status. Check the indicator status, then refer to the Troubleshooting topic referenced in the chart. Function Indicator Color Indicator Status: Steady Indicator Status: Blinking Troubleshooting Topic Power Green Indicates printer is on and battery condition is OK to use. Blinking signifies Low Battery 3 Charger Amber/ Green Off indicates battery is not charging.
• Clean printhead. • Ensure Media Cover is properly closed and latched. 5. No print: • Replace battery. • Check cable to terminal. • (Wireless units only) Restore wireless connection. 6. Reduced battery life: • Check battery date code — if battery is one to two years old, short life may be due to normal aging. • Recharge or replace battery. 7. Flashing Amber indicator: • Check that media is loaded and that printhead is closed and securely latched.
Troubleshooting Tests Printing a Configuration Label To print out a listing of the printer’s current configuration follow these steps: 1. Turn the printer off. Load the media compartment with journal media (media with no black bars printed on the back) 2. Press and hold the Feed Button. 3. Press and release the Power button and keep the Feed button pressed. When printing starts, release the Feed button. Refer to Figures 16 and 16a for a sample configuration printout.
To terminate the Communications Diagnostics Mode and return the printer to normal operations: 1. Turn the printer OFF. 2. Wait 5 seconds. 3. Turn the printer ON. Calling Technical Support If the printer fails to print the configuration label, or you encounter problems not covered in the Troubleshooting Guide, contact Zebra Technical Support. Technical Support addresses and phone numbers for your area can be found in Appendix D of this manual.
Print Head Test End of First Report Unit Serial Number Application Number Report appears only on units with wireless options installed. Units with no wireless options will print an empty line and resume This example has a Bluetooth™ radio installed.
Bluetooth radio parameters Flash Memory Size Maximum Label Size Figure16a: Configuration Label Example (continued) 37 MZ Series User Guide
Resident Fonts Amount of Memory Available CCL (CPCL) programming language is supported Figure 16c: Configuration Label Example (continued) 38 MZ Series User Guide
Specifications Note.- Printer specifications are subject to change without notice. Printing Specifications Print Width MZ 220 MZ 320 Up to 1.89 in. (48,0 mm) Up to 2.9 in. (71,2 mm) Print Speed 2” per second (76,2 mm/second) Print Head Life, calculated 1,964,160 in. (50 Km) nominal Print Density 203 dots/inch (8 dots/mm) Printhead Burn Line to Tear Edge 0.2 in. (5,08 mm) Memory and Communications Specifications, MZ series Flash Memory 4 MB SRAM 8 MB Standard Communications USB 2.
Font and Bar Code Specifications for MZ Series Codabar (NW-7) UCC/EAN 128 Code 39 Code 93 EAN 8/JAN 8, 2 and 5 digit extensions EAN 13/JAN 13, 2 and 5 digit extensions Linear & 2-D Bar Bar Codes Available EAN 14/JAN 14, 2 and 5 digit extensions lnterleaved 2 of 5 MSI/Plessey FIM/POSTNET UPC-A, 2 and 5 digit extensions UPC-E, 2 and 5 digit extensions QR Code MaxiCode PDF 417 RSS (Reduced Space Symbology®) Composite Symbology® Rotation Angles 0°, 90°, 180°, and 270° Standard Fonts: 25 bit-mapped fonts; 1 sc
USB Communications Port Pin# Signal Name Type Description 1 VBUS - USB Bus Power 2 USB - bi-directional I/O signals 3 USB + bi-directional I/O signals 4 USB_ID - Identifies A/B connector 5 Return - Ground 1 5 Figure 17: USB Communications Port Physical, Environmental and Electrical Specifications Weight w/ battery, excluding media MZ 220 MZ 320 .70 lbs. (317,5 g. ) .75 lbs. (340,2 kg.
2.47” (62,7 mm) 5.34” (135,6 mm) 2.26” (57,4 mm) 3.18” (80,7 mm) Figure 18: MZ 220 Overall Dimensions 2.47” (62,7 mm) 5.34” (135.6 mm) 2.26” (57,4 mm) 4.
MZ Series Accessories Description MZ 220/ MZ 320/ • • • • • • • • • • Adjustable shoulder strap Protective soft case Vehicle Adapter Cable Extra battery packs MZ Series Quad Docking Station 100-240 VAC Refer to Appendix A for information on Data I/O Cables For more details on available accessories, contact your authorized Zebra reseller.
Appendix A Interface Cables USB Cable Part Number AT17010-1; USB A to USB Mini B Cable MORE INTERFACE CABLES Contact the Factory or your Zebra Sales Representative for more information on interface cables to most major manufactur’s data terminals. You may also vist the Zebra Web site at http://www.zebra.
Appendix B Media Supplies To insure maximum printer life and consistent print quality and performance for your individual application, it is recommended that only media produced by Zebra be used. Advantages include: • Consistent quality and reliability of media products. • Large range of stocked and standard formats. • In-house custom format design service. • Large production capacity which services the needs of many large and small media consumers including major retail chains world wide.
Appendix D Battery Disposal The EPA certified RBRC® Battery Recycling Seal on the Lithium-Ion (Li-ion) battery supplied with your printer indicates Zebra Technologies Corporation is voluntarily participating in an industry program to collect and recycle these batteries at the end of their useful life, when taken out of service in the United States or Canada.
Appendix F Product Support When calling with a specific problem regarding your printer, please have the following information on hand: • Model number/type (e.g. MZ 220) • Unit serial number • Product Configuration Code (PCC) For Product Support Contacts, see the table at right or contact your local reseller.
Product Support Contacts In the Americas contact Regional Headquarters Technical Support Customer Service Dept. Zebra Technologies International,LLC 333 Corporate Woods Parkway Vernon Hills, Illinois 60061.3109 U.S.A T: +1 847 793 2600 Toll-free +1 800 423 0422 T: +1 847 913 2259 F: +1 847 913 2578 Hardware: hwtsamerica@zebra.com Software: swtsamerica@zebra.com For printers, parts, media, and ribbon, please call your distributor, or contact us. T: +1 866 230 9494 F: +1 847 913 8766 E: VHCustServ@zebra.
Appendix E Using zebra.com The following details using the search functions on Zebra’s Web site www.zebra.com for finding specific documents . Finding Manuals: http://www.zebra.com/id/zebra/na/en/index/resource_ library/manuals.html Select printer model (e.g. MZ 220) Select language Select manual type Click on“SUBMIT” Example: FInd the Mobile Printer WIreless Configuation Guide. Perform the above step and select as a manual type “Networking Manual” Finding the Label Vista Download page: http://www.zebra.
At the resulting window select your printer model from the pull-down menu in the “Utilities” section.
Index A Accessories Specifications B Battery, charging 11 T Technical Support, contacting 35 Troubleshooting Font/bar Code 40 Memory/communications 39 Physical 41 printing 39 Belt clip 27 list of 43 Shoulder Strap 28 MZ Series Charger Power Supply 12 using Quad Docking Station 13 Communications Diagnostics Mode 34 control panel indicators 32 Standard control panel indicators Battery, installing 10 Battery life, tips for extending 29 Bluetooth™ Networking Overview 22 Bluetooth Device Address (BDA) 22
Patent Numbers This product and/or its use may be covered by one or more of the following US patents and corresponding international patents worldwide D275,286 D347,021 D389,178 D430,199 D433,702 3,964,673 4,019,676 4,044,946 4,360,798 4,369,361 4,387,297 4,460,120 4,496,831 4,593,186 4,607,156 4,673,805 5,047,617 5,103,461 5,113,445 5,140,144 5,132,709 5,372,439 5,373,148 5,378,882 5,396,053 5,396,055 5,570,123 5,578,810 5,589,680 5,612,531 5,642,666 6,068,415 6,095,704 6,109,801 6,123,471 6,147,767
