User Manual
Table Of Contents
- Contents
- About this Guide
- Introducing the ZD411D
- ZD411D Features
- Controls and Indicators
- Installing Hardware Options
- Field Installable ZD411D Accessories and Options
- Printer Connectivity Modules
- Power Failure Recovery Mode Jumper (OFF by Default)
- Configuring Wired Connectivity Options and Power Failure Recovery Mode
- Installing the Wireless Connectivity Module
- Media Handling Options
- Installing Dispense, Cut, and Tear Media Handling Options
- Media Roll Core Size Adapters
- Installing the Attached Battery Base Options
- Installing the Battery into the Attached Power Base
- ZD411D Printer Setup
- ZD411D Printer Setup Overview
- Select a Location for the Printer
- Pre-Install Printer Options and Connectivity Modules
- Attaching Printer Power
- Getting Ready to Print
- Preparing and Handling Labels and Media
- Media Storage Tips
- Loading Roll Media in the ZD411D Printer
- How to Load Roll Media – ZD411D
- Using the Movable Sensor
- Adjusting the Movable Sensor for Black Marks or Notches
- Adjusting the Movable Sensor for Web/Gap Sensing
- How to Load Roll Media - Continued
- Run a SmartCal Media Calibration
- Print a Configuration Report to Test Printing
- Detecting a Media Out Condition
- Connecting to the Printer
- Pre-install Windows Printer Drivers
- Interface Cable Requirements
- USB Interface (Device)
- Serial Interface
- Ethernet (LAN, RJ-45)
- ZD411D Printer Setup Overview
- Setup for Windows
- Print Operations
- Thermal Printing Basic Setting and Operations
- Printing on Fan-Fold Media
- Using the Label Dispenser Option
- Printing with Externally Mounted Roll Media
- Printing with the Attached Battery Base and Battery Option
- Printer Fonts
- Zebra ZKDU – Printer Accessory
- Zebra Basic Interpreter (ZBI) 2.0
- Setting the Power Failure Recovery Mode Jumper
- Maintaining the Printer
- Troubleshooting
- Onboard Printer Tools
- Printer Diagnostics
- SmartCal Media Calibration
- Printing a Configuration Report (CANCEL Self Test)
- Printer Network (and Bluetooth) Configuration Report
- Resetting Printer Factory Defaults (PAUSE + FEED Self Test)
- Resetting Network Factory Defaults (PAUSE + CANCEL Self Test)
- Generating a Print Quality Report (FEED self-test)
- Activating Advanced Mode
- Factory Test Modes
- Using the Reset Button
- Running a Communication Diagnostics Test
- Sensor Profile Report
- Universal Serial Bus (USB) Interface
- Serial Port Interface
- Types of Thermal Media
- ZD411D Printer Dimensions
- ZPL Configuration
Maintaining the Printer
Recommended Cleaning Schedule
Use the following guidelines to help you print high-quality labels and keep the printer running well.
Printhead
Interval:
Clean the printhead after every 5 rolls printed.
Procedure:
See .
Standard Platen (Drive) Roller
Interval:
As needed to improve print quality. Platen rollers can slip causing print image distortion and in
worst-case scenarios not move the media (labels, receipts, tags, etc.).
Procedure:
See Platen Cleaning and Replacement on page 125.
Media Path
Interval:
Clean as needed.
Method:
Clean it thoroughly with fiber-free cleaning swabs and cloths moistened withisopropyl alcohol
(minimum 99.7% pure). Let the alcohol evaporate completely.
Procedure:
See Media Path Cleaning on page 119.
Interior
Interval:
Clean the printer as needed.
Method:
Use a soft cloth, brush, or compressed air to wipe or blow dust and particles out of the printer.
Useisopropyl alcohol (minimum 99.7% pure)and a fiber-free cleaning cloth to dissolve
contaminants like oils and grime.
Procedure: See the following:
Media Path Cleaning on page 119
Sensor Cleaning on page 123
Platen Cleaning and Replacement on page 125
Cleaning the Printhead
Exterior
Interval:
Clean as needed.
Method:
Use a soft cloth, brush, or compressed air to wipe or blow dust and particles out of the printer.
Useisopropyl alcohol (minimum 99.7% pure)and a fiber-free cleaning cloth to dissolve
contaminants like oils and grime
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