User Manual

Printer Setup
Types of Media
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Types of Media
Your printer is capable of using various types of media. These include continuous roll and
fanfold media (Figure 8) that may be labels or card stock and that may have optional
perforations or registration holes. The media also may have a radio frequency identification
(RFID) chip and antenna inlay embedded in it (sometimes called “smart” labels). The
following sections contain descriptions of the various types of media approved for use in your
printer.
We strongly recommend the use of Zebra-brand supplies for continuous high-quality printing.
A wide range of paper, polypropylene, polyester, and vinyl stock has been specifically
engineered to enhance the printing capabilities of the printer and to ensure against premature
printhead wear.
Non-Continuous Web Media
Non-continuous web media refers to individual labels that are separated by a gap, notch, or
hole (Figure 9). When you look at the media, you can tell where one label ends and the next
one begins.
Figure 8 • Roll and Fanfold Media
Roll Media Fanfold Media
Note • Because print quality is affected by media and ribbon, printing speeds, and printer
operating modes, it is very important to run tests for your applications.
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Important • Printhead life may be reduced by abrasion from exposed paper fibers when using
perforated media.