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RS-232/RS-422/RS-485 Serial Data PortThe connections for these standard interfaces are made through the DB25Sconnector on the rear panel. For all RS-2
RS-232 InterconnectionsThe Zebra XiII printer is configured as Data Terminal Equipment (DTE).Figure 24 illustrates the internal connections of the pri
When the printer is connected via its RS-232 interface to Data Communica-tion Equipment (DCE) such as a modem, use a standard RS-232 (straight-through
RS-422/RS-485 InterconnectionsThe Zebra XiII printer may be connected to a host by either an RS-422 oran RS-485 interface. The DB-25 connector on the
Parallel Data PortA standard 36-pin parallel connector is available at the rear of the printer forconnection to the data source. When the printer is p
Cabling RequirementsData cables must be fully shielded and fitted with metal or metalized con-nector shells. Shielded cables and connectors are requir
ASCII Code ChartSee Table 12. Shaded values are NOT recommended to be used for Com-mand Prefix, Format Prefix, or Delimiter characters.94 Zebra XiII-S
Adjusting Darkness for “In-Spec” BarCodesAll direct thermal and thermal transfer materials do not use the same dark-ness setting. The best way to chec
Too DarkDark labels are fairly obvious. The normal bar code bars increase in size,and the openings in small alphanumeric characters may fill in with i
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List of Figures1. Media Loading 82. Roll Media Loading 93. Fanfold Media Loading 104. Upper Media Sensor Adjustment 165. Lower Media Sensor Adjustment
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Glossaryalphanumeric Indicating letters, numerals, and characters such as punctua-tion marks.backfeed Backfeed is when the printer pulls the media and
fanfold media Media that comes folded in a rectangular stack, rather thanon a roll.font A complete set of alphanumeric characters in one style of type
the lowest printhead/toggle pressure necessary. Also, use ribbon that is aswide as or wider than the media to protect the printhead of the XiII printe
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IndexZebra XiII-Series User’s Guide 103AAC Power Fuse 54AdjustmentsAdjusting for “In-Spec” Bar Codes 95Lower Media Sensor 17Media Sensor Position 15Pr
104 Zebra XiII-Series User’s GuideFFactory defaults 31Fanfold Media Loading 10Feed key 25Feed Key and Pause Key Self Test 68Feed Key Self Test 68Fonts
Zebra XiII-Series User’s Guide 105Media Sensor Profile 46Printing 36Media Supply Spindle 73Media Type Setting 33NNetwork ID Setting 39Next key 25Null
106 Zebra XiII-Series User’s GuidePrinthead Pressure Adjustment 57Printhead ReplacementSetting the Head Resistor Value 43Printhead Test 43Printhead, C
List of Tables1. Front Panel Keys 252. Front Panel Lights 263. Printer Status Sensors 274. Power-On Self Test Sequence 285. Cleaning Schedule 516. Tro
Getting StartedCongratulations! You have just purchased a high-quality thermal demandprinter manufactured by the industry leader in quality, service,
Media Transport Mechanism CapabilitiesThe media transport mechanism of the XiII printer has been designed toaccommodate various types of media includi
Media and Ribbon RequirementsPrint quality not only depends on the XiII-Series printer but also on themedia and ribbon used. Factors such as reflectiv
Reporting DamageIf you discover shipping damage upon inspection:Immediately notify the shipping company of the damage.Retain all packaging material fo
Site RequirementsCAUTION: To insure that the printer has proper ventilation andcooling, do not place any padding or cushioning mate-rial under the uni
CommunicationsThe XiII printer has been designed with flexible communication capabilitiesthat allow the printer to be interfaced to a variety of contr
Non-Continuous MediaThis type of media has some type of physical characteristic (gap, notch, per-foration, etc.) which indicates the start/end of each
Proprietary StatementProduct ImprovementsFCC Compliance StatementCanadian DOC Compliance StatementCE ComplianceLiability DisclaimerNo Liability for Co
Tear-Off Mode Media LoadingFigure 1 illustrates the method of loading media. First, move the PrintheadOpen Lever counterclockwise to the open position
Roll Media LoadingPlace the media roll on the Media Supply Hanger and thread the mediathrough the printhead assembly as shown in the “Tear-Off” loadin
Fanfold Media LoadingFanfold media, from outside the printer, feeds through either the bottom orrear access slot. You may also use the Fanfold Supply
Continuous Media LoadingContinuous media mounts inside the printer in the same manner as roll me-dia. For proper printer operation, a label length ins
4. Align the upper end of the Rewind Plate with the corresponding open-ing in the Side Plate and slide the Rewind Plate in so that it stopsagainst the
3. Insert the Hook Plate lip a short distance (½") into the lower opening inthe Side Plate and slide the Rewind Plate in so that it stops against
Peel-Off Mode Media Loading(Rewind Option Required)NOTE: For best results, install the printer on a level surface. This isespecially helpful with wide
Removing the Label Backing Material(Rewind Option Required)Since the Backing Rewind Spindle holds the backing from a standard-sizemedia roll, we recom
The Transmissive Media Sensor consists of two sections. The media passesbetween a light source (Lower Media Sensor) and a light sensor (UpperMedia Sen
2. Locate the Upper Media Sensor. Refer to Figure 4. The Upper MediaSensor is directly below the adjustment screw head.3. Loosen the Upper Media Senso
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RIBBONLABELSTRIP OF MEDIA6-12 INCHES LONG3. If you are moving the sensor away from the printer’s main frame:Gently pull wires out of the printer frame
5. Thread the ribbon (with leader, if used) as shown without creasing orwrinkling it.6. Before wrapping the ribbon around the Take-Up Spindle, ensure
7. Place the ribbon (with leader, if used) around the Ribbon Take-UpSpindle and wind counterclockwise for several turns.8. Close the Printhead by movi
OperationOperating Your Zebra XiII-Series PrinterNow that your printer is ready for operation, how does it work? The ZebraXiII-Series printer is desig
Peel-Off Mode(Peel-Off Option Required)In this mode, once the label is printed the media passes over the Tear-Off/Peel-Off Plate at a sharp angle. The
Operator ControlsThis section discusses the functions of the various controls and indicatorson the XiII printer. The operator should become familiar w
Front Panel DisplayThe Front Panel Display communicates operational status and programmingmodes and parameters.24 Zebra XiII-Series User’s GuideFigure
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Front Panel LightsNOTE: If two operating conditions occur simultaneously, one whichcauses a light to be on constantly and one which causes the samelig
Printer Status SensorsZebra XiII-Series printer contains several status sensors. These sensors alertthe operator to various conditions by either stopp
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Initial Printer Power-UpEach time you turn the printer on, it automatically performs a self-testcalled the Power-On Self Test (POST).Turn the printer
Configuration and CalibrationAfter you have installed the media and ribbon and the POST (Power-OnSelf Test) is complete, the front panel display will
Changing Password-Protected ParametersCertain parameters are password-protected by factory default.CAUTION: Do not change password-protected parameter
Leaving the Program ModeYou can leave the Program Mode at any time by pressing the Setup/Exitkey. The SAVE CHANGES display will appear. There are five
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ContentsWarranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iiiPrinter Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iiiSupplies Warranty . . . . . . . . .
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Sample ZPL II Label FormatsZPL II is Zebra Technologies Corporation’s Zebra ProgrammingLanguage II label design language. ZPL II lets you create a wid
4. Copy the file to the Zebra XiII printer.NOTE: Typically, computers running DOS use the “COPY” command tosend a file to the Zebra printer. For examp
Cutter Mode Media Loading . . . . . . . . . . 11Rewind Mode Media Loading . . . . . . . . . 11Peel-Off Mode Media Loading . . . . . . . . 14Removing t
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Routine Care and AdjustmentCleaningTable 5 provides a brief cleaning schedule. Specific cleaning proceduresare provided on the following pages. A Prev
Cleaning the ExteriorThe exterior surfaces of the Zebra XiII-Series printer may be cleaned witha lint-free cloth. Do not use harsh or abrasive cleanin
5. Rotate the platen roller and clean thoroughly with solvent and anapplicator.6. Brush/vacuum any accumulated paper lint and dust away from theroller
Cleaning the Cutter Module(For printers equipped with the optional cutter.)The Cutter Module requires periodic cleaning to remove paper dust andgummed
3. Remove the faulty fuse and install a new fuse of the correct type. Referto Figure 13. The fuse that goes into the printer first is the one that is“
AdjustmentsToggle PositioningBoth toggles should be positioned so that they provide even pressure on themedia. The toggles are positioned by sliding t
Printhead Pressure AdjustmentThis adjustment may be necessary if printing is too light on one side or ifthick media is used. Refer to Figure 14.1. Per
Changing Password-Protected Parameters 30Leaving the Program Mode . . . . . . . . . . 31Configuration and Calibration Sequence . . . 32Sample ZPL II L
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Troubleshooting and DiagnosticsThis section contains troubleshooting charts used to localize and repair theprinter when faults occur. The procedures c
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Printer DiagnosticsPower-On Self TestA Power-On Self Test (POST) is performed automatically each time theprinter is turned on. This test checks for pr
Cancel Key Self TestTurn the printer off. Press the Cancel Key and hold while turning the poweron. This self test prints a listing of the configuratio
Pause Key Self TestThis self test can be used to provide the test labels required when makingadjustments to the printer’s mechanical assemblies. See t
Options 71Rewind Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71Cutter . ...71Internal Fanfold Media Supply Bin . . . . . . . . 72Mem
Feed Key Self TestThe Cancel Key Self Test should be performed prior to this self test. Infor-mation on the “Configuration” printout (Cancel Key Self
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OptionsNOTE: Your printer may not have all of the options described in thischapter. Call your sales representative for more information aboutthese opt
Internal Fanfold Media Supply BinYour Zebra XiII-Series printer may be equipped with an optional internalFanfold Media Supply Bin. It is used to load
Applicator InterfaceThe Applicator Interface is an ideal method of integrating XiII printers intocustom applications. This interface allows printer co
PCMCIA Type I Memory CardsThese memory cards work with the XiII printer’s standard memory cardinterface. With these cards, users can store complete la
port to which network nodes can spool print jobs. The MPS1-2 provides athinwire (10Base-2) connector and a parallel port for the same purposes.Both se
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SpecificationsNOTE: Your printer may not have all of the options described in thischapter.Media HandlingTear-Off mode: labels are produced in stripsPe
Ribbon Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80Media Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81Power Line Cord Specifications . . . . . . .
Zebra Programming language (ZPL II®)Bar Codes78 Zebra XiII-Series User’s GuideDownloadable graphics, scalable andbitmap fonts, and label formatsObject
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Printing SpecificationsPrinting Specifications 90XiII 140XiII 170XiII 220XiIIRibbon SpecificationRibbon Specifications 90XiII 140XiII 170XiII 220XiII8
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Power Line Cord SpecificationsThe overall length must be less than 9.8 ft. (3.0 meters)It must be rated for at least 5 A, 250 V.The chassis ground (ea
Printer FontsStandard Printer FontsFor more information on fonts, refer to the ZPL II Programming Guide.Bit-mapped fonts A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, and G
Table 8. Twelve Dots/mm PrintheadStandardFontsDot Matrix Type Minimum Character SizeStandard Printer Font Examples84 Zebra XiII-Series User’s GuideFig
Optional Printer FontsThere are many optional character fonts that can be purchased for your XiIIprinter in addition to those which are standard in th
Optional Printer Font Examples.86 Zebra XiII-Series User’s GuideCG Palacio™ - Standard 0123, Bold 0123, Italic 0123, Bold Italic 0123CG Times™ - Stand
AppendixPrinter Interface Technical InformationSystem ConsiderationsCommunications CodeThe XiII printer sends and receives American Standard Code for
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