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
Getting Ready to Print
Get labels ready following a few easy practices and can help maximize print quality and printer life.
IMPORTANT: The printer does not come with labels or other media.The media may be labels,
tags, tickets, receipt paper, fan-fold stacks, tamper-proof labels, etc. Ideally, choose the same
labels or other media needed for your planned use of the printer.The printer setup cannot be
completed without media.
The Zebra Web site or your reseller may be able to help you select the right media for your intended
printing application. Find all your labels and other media type designed for use in your printer at
zebra.com/supplies.
Preparing and Handling Labels and Media
Careful handling and storage of your media are important in order to maximize print quality.
Themedia comes in protective packaging.Once the labels or other media have been removed from its
packaging, it willtypically pick up dust and particles from work and storage surfaces.
If the media becomes contaminated or dirty, it can damage the printer and cause defects in the printed
image (voids, streaks, discoloration, compromise the adhesion of the adhesive, etc.).
IMPORTANT: During manufacturing, packaging, handling, and storage, the outside length of
media may become dirty or contaminated. This will remove any contaminants which might be
transferred onto the printhead during normal operation.
Remove the outside layer of the media roll or the top label of the stack.
Media Storage Tips
Storing media safely and managing your supplies will keep your media ready to use.
• Store media in a clean, dry, cool, dark area. Direct thermal media is chemically treated to be heat
sensitive. Direct sunlight or heat sources may expose the media.
• Do not store media with chemicals or cleaning products.
• Leave media in its protective packaging until it is going to be put in the printer.
• Many media types and label adhesives have a shelf life or expiration date. Always use the oldest, viable
(non-expired) media first.
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