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
ZD411D Printer Setup
ZD411D Printer Setup
This section assists you in setting up and operating your ZD411D printer. The setup process is broken down
into two phases: hardware setup and host system (software/driver) setup. This section covers the physical
hardware setup needed to print your first label.
ZD411D Printer Setup Overview
This is a simplified instruction list to assist you in planning a basic printer setup.
Install the Zebra Printer Driver First
1. First, go to the Zebra website and install the Printer Setup Utilities (Zebra Setup Utilities - ZSU) for
Windows. There are apps for Android, iPhone, and iPad links too. The utility includes printer drivers,
installation wizards, and various tools to assist you.
2. Thengo to Printer Setup Utilities and install the utilities or apps. Find the printer setup utility at:
zebra.com/setup.
IMPORTANT: You will need a roll of media(labels, receipt paper, tags, etc.)to set up your
first test print.See the Zebra Web site or contact your reseller to help you select the right
media for your use. Find media at zebra.com/supplies.
3. Install any printer hardware options first. See Installing Hardware Options on page 39.
4. Place the printer in a safe location with access to power and where you can connect interface cables
or wirelessly to the system.
5. Attach the printer and power supply to a grounded AC power source.
6. Select and prepare media for the printer.
7. Load the media.
8. Turn the printer ON.
9. Calibrate the media with a SmartCal Media calibration.
10. Print a Configuration Report to verify basic printer operation.
11. Turn the printer OFF.
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