User manual

Getting Started

Connecting the Printer to the Computer

4/1/09 LP 2824 Plus™ User Guide 980644-001 Rev. A

Connecting the Printer to the Computer

The Zebra 2824 Plus printers support a variety of interface options and configurations. These

include: Universal Serial Bus (USB) interface, RS232 Serial, Parallel (IEEE 1284.4) and

10/100 Ethernet.

Interface Cable Requirements

Data cables must be of fully shielded construction and fitted with metal or metallized

connector shells. Shielded cables and connectors are required to prevent radiation and

reception of electrical noise.

To minimize electrical noise pickup in the cable:

• Keep data cables as short as possible (6 foot [1.83 m] recommended).

• Do not tightly bundle the data cables with power cords.

• Do not tie the data cables to power wire conduits.

USB Interface Requirements

Universal Serial Bus (version 2.0 compliant) provides a fast interface that is compatible with

your existing PC hardware. USB’s “plug and play” design makes installation easy. Multiple

printers can share a single USB port/hub.

When using a USB cable (not supplied with your printer), verify that the cable or cable

packaging bears the “Certified USB™” mark (see below) to guarantee USB 2.0 compliance.

Caution • Keep the power switch in the OFF position when attaching the interface cable.

The power cord must be inserted into the power supply and the power receptacle on the

back of the printer before connecting or disconnecting the communications cables.

Important • This printer complies with FCC “Rules and Regulations,” Part 15, for Class B

Equipment, using fully shielded data cables. Use of un-shielded cables may increase radiated

emissions above the Class B limits.

USB Cable