Zebra Technologies XiII-Series manual

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Proprietary Statement Product Improvements FCC Compliance Statement Canadian DOC Compliance Statement CE Compliance Liability Disclaimer No Liability for Consequential Damage Copyrights ii Zebra Xi II-Series User’s Guide 2 H:...Xi2UsersGuideR2.vp Fri Aug 07 08:59:37 1998 Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen[...]

Warranty Information 1. Printer Warranty 2. Supplies Warranty 3. Warranty Exclusions and Conditions Zebra Xi II-Series User’s Guide iii 3 H:...Xi2UsersGuideR2.vp Fri Aug 07 08:59:37 1998 Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen[...]

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Contents Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii Printer Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii Supplies Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii Warranty Exclusions and Conditions. . . . . . iii Zebra Software License Agreement . . . . . . . . iv List of Figures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xi List of Tables . . . .[...]

Cutter Mode Media Loading . . . . . . . . . . 11 Rewind Mode Media Loading . . . . . . . . . 11 Peel-Off Mode Media Loading . . . . . . . . 14 Removing the Label Backing Material . . . . . . 15 Transmissive Media Sensor Position Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Adjusting the Upper Media Sensor Position . . 16 Lower Media Sensor Adjustm[...]

Changing Password-Protected Parameters 30 Leaving the Program Mode . . . . . . . . . . 31 Configuration and Calibration Sequence . . . 32 Sample ZPL II Label Formats . . . . . . . . . . 46 Format 1: Simple Text and a Barcode . . . . . 48 Format 2: Saving a Label Format As a Graphic Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Format 3: Using a Serialized D[...]

Options 71 Rewind Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Cutter . ......................7 1 Internal Fanfold Media Supply Bin . . . . . . . . 72 M e m o r y S I M M s ..................7 2 Zebra On-Line Verifier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Applicator Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Media Supply Spindle . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

Ribbon Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Media Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Power Line Cord Specifications . . . . . . . . . 82 Printer Fonts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Standard Printer Fonts . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Standard Printer Font Examples . . . . . . . . 84 Optional Printer Fonts . . . . [...]

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List of Figures 1. Media Loading 8 2. Roll Media Loading 9 3. Fanfold Media Loading 10 4. Upper Media Sensor Adjustment 16 5. Lower Media Sensor Adjustment 17 6. Ribbon Loading Diagram for the 90XiII and 140XiII Printers 19 7. Ribbon Loading Diagram for the 170XiII and 220XiII Printers 19 8. Removing Used Ribbon 20 9. Front Panel 24 10. Media and R[...]

List of Tables 1. Front Panel Keys 25 2. Front Panel Lights 26 3. Printer Status Sensors 27 4. Power-On Self Test Sequence 28 5. Cleaning Schedule 51 6. Troubleshooting 59 7. Eight Dots/mm Printhead 83 8. Twelve Dots/mm Printhead 84 9. Optional Printer Fonts Currently Available 85 10. RS-232/RS-422/RS-485 Pinouts 88 11. Parallel Connector Pinouts 9[...]

Getting Started Congratulations! You have just purchased a high-quality thermal demand printer manufactured by the industry leader in quality, service, and value— Zebra Technologies Corporation. For over 25 years, Zebra has provided customers with the highest caliber of products and support. This manual provides all of the information you will ne[...]

Media Transport Mechanism Capabilities The media transport mechanism of the XiII printer has been designed to accommodate various types of media including die-cut labels, ticket and tag stock, continuous roll media, fanfold media, and black-mark media. Media may be rewound internally onto standard three-inch cores if the Rewind Option is installed.[...]

Media and Ribbon Requirements Print quality not only depends on the XiII-Series printer but also on the media and ribbon used. Factors such as reflectivity and contrast are impor - tant for bar code scanning applications. Factors such as paper abrasion and temperature requirements are important to maintaining printhead life. We STRONGLY RECOMMEND t[...]

Reporting Damage If you discover shipping damage upon inspection: Immediately notify the shipping company of the damage. Retain all packaging material for shipping company inspection. File a damage report with the shipping company and notify your local distributor and Zebra Technologies Corporation of the damage. Zebra Technologies Corporation is n[...]

Site Requirements CAUTION: To insure that the printer has proper ventilation and cooling, do not place any padding or cushioning mate - rial under the unit because this restricts air flow. The Zebra XiII-Series printer may be installed on any solid, level surface of sufficient size and strength to accommodate the physical dimensions and weight of t[...]

Communications The XiII printer has been designed with flexible communication capabilities that allow the printer to be interfaced to a variety of controlling devices. A single DB25 connector includes all signals necessary for interfacing the printer to RS-232, RS-422, or RS-485 serial data communication devices at data rates from 110 to 57,600 bau[...]

Non-Continuous Media This type of media has some type of physical characteristic (gap, notch, per - foration, etc.) which indicates the start/end of each label. The Media Sensor must be properly positioned to sense these indicators. See “Transmissive Media Sensor Position Adjustment” on page 15. Continuous Media Since continuous media does not [...]

Tear-Off Mode Media Loading Figure 1 illustrates the method of loading media. First, move the Printhead Open Lever counterclockwise to the open position and raise the printhead. Second, slide the Media Guide and the Media Supply Guide as far out from the printer frame as possible and flip down the Media Supply Guide. 8 Zebra Xi II-Series User’s G[...]

Roll Media Loading Place the media roll on the Media Supply Hanger and thread the media through the printhead assembly as shown in the “Tear-Off” loading part of Figure 2. Flip up the Media Supply Guide and adjust the Media Supply Guide and the Media Guide against the outer edge of the media. These guides must not cause pressure or excessive dr[...]

Fanfold Media Loading Fanfold media, from outside the printer, feeds through either the bottom or rear access slot. You may also use the Fanfold Supply Bin to hold media inside the printer housing. To load fanfold media, thread the media through the Printhead Assembly as shown in Figure 3. Adjust the Media Guide against the outer edge of the media.[...]

Continuous Media Loading Continuous media mounts inside the printer in the same manner as roll me - dia. For proper printer operation, a label length instruction must be included in the label format sent to the printer. Cutter Mode Media Loading (Cutter Option Required) To ensure proper media loading, follow the directions for the Tear-Off Mode wit[...]

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 stops against the printer’s main frame. 5. Load the media as described in the instructions for Roll Media Loading on page 9. When loading the media, allow about one yard of media to extend past the Tear-Off bar. [...]

3. Insert the Hook Plate lip a short distance (½") into the lower opening in the Side Plate and slide the Rewind Plate in so that it stops against the printer’s main frame. 4. Insert the two small tabs on the Rewind Plate into the corresponding slots in the Cutter Support Bracket. (The Rewind Plate should spring into the proper position.) 5[...]

Peel-Off Mode Media Loading (Rewind Option Required) NOTE: For best results, install the printer on a level surface. This is especially helpful with wider printers using wide media. If the surface is not level, the media may “telescope” off of the Rewind Spindle, causing unsatisfactory results. 1. Remove the Rewind Plate if one is present on th[...]

Removing the Label Backing Material (Rewind Option Required) Since the Backing Rewind Spindle holds the backing from a standard-size media roll, we recommend that you perform this procedure whenever you change the media. To remove the backing material from the Backing Rewind Spindle, follow these steps (you don’t need to turn the printer power of[...]

The Transmissive Media Sensor consists of two sections. The media passes between a light source (Lower Media Sensor) and a light sensor (Upper Media Sensor). This adjustment aligns the position of the Upper and Lower Media Sensors with the notch or edge of the label. Adjusting the Upper Media Sensor Position NOTE: If you own a 140XiII or 170XiII pr[...]

2. Locate the Upper Media Sensor. Refer to Figure 4. The Upper Media Sensor is directly below the adjustment screw head. 3. Loosen the Upper Media Sensor Adjustment screw (Phillips head). 4. Slide the upper sensor along the slot to the desired position. When using label stock that has a gap between labels (die-cut label stock), position the media s[...]

RIBBON LABEL STRIP OF MEDIA 6-12 INCHES LONG 3. If you are moving the sensor away from the printer’s main frame: Gently pull wires out of the printer frame as required. (Wires should have a little slack.) Call a service technician if there is not enough slack in the wires to adjust the sensor to the desired position. If you are mov - ing the sens[...]

5. Thread the ribbon (with leader, if used) as shown without creasing or wrinkling it. 6. Before wrapping the ribbon around the Take-Up Spindle, ensure that the arrow on the knob aligns with the indented notch (see Figure 8 inset). Zebra Xi II-Series User’s Guide 19 RIBBON SUPPL Y SPINDLE RIBBON T AKE-UP SPINDLE CL OSED PLA TEN ROLLER UPPER ROLLE[...]

7. Place the ribbon (with leader, if used) around the Ribbon Take-Up Spindle and wind counterclockwise for several turns. 8. Close the Printhead by moving the lever clockwise to the “closed” position. Ribbon Removal 1. Break the ribbon as close to the Ribbon Take-Up Spindle as possible. 2. Refer to Figure 8. While holding the Ribbon Take-Up Spi[...]

Operation Operating Your Zebra Xi II-Series Printer Now that your printer is ready for operation, how does it work? The Zebra Xi II-Series printer is designed to receive instructions from a host computer, such as an IBM-compatible PC. To create a label, you will either need to write a format in ZPL II , which is a programming language for creating [...]

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 backing material is peeled away from the label and winds around the Backing Rewind Spindle. The media feeds forward until most of the label hangs loose from the backing. The Label Available Sensor[...]

Operator Controls This section discusses the functions of the various controls and indicators on the XiII printer. The operator should become familiar with each of these functions. Power Switch This switch is located on the back of the printer above the Power Cord and Fuse. The Power Switch should be turned off before connecting or discon - necting[...]

Front Panel Display The Front Panel Display communicates operational status and programming modes and parameters. 24 Zebra Xi II-Series User’s Guide Figure 9. Front Panel 36 H:...Xi2UsersGuideR2.vp Fri Aug 07 10:35:47 1998 Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen[...]

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Front Panel Lights NOTE: If two operating conditions occur simultaneously, one which causes a light to be on constantly and one which causes the same light to flash, the light will flash. 26 Zebra Xi II-Series User’s Guide 38 H:...Xi2UsersGuideR2.vp Fri Aug 07 10:35:48 1998 Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen[...]

Printer Status Sensors Zebra XiII-Series printer contains several status sensors. These sensors alert the operator to various conditions by either stopping the printing or turning on a light. Sensors are described in Table 3. Zebra Xi II-Series User’s Guide 27 39 H:...Xi2UsersGuideR2.vp Fri Aug 07 10:35:48 1998 Color profile: Disabled Composite D[...]

Initial Printer Power-Up Each time you turn the printer on, it automatically performs a self-test called the Power-On Self Test (POST). Turn the printer on now by pressing the Power Switch at the rear of the printer. The Front Panel Power-On indicator will light up. The other front panel indicator lights and the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) monitor[...]

Configuration and Calibration After you have installed the media and ribbon and the POST (Power-On Self Test) is complete, the front panel display will show “PRINTER READY.” You may now set printer parameters for your application using the front panel display and the five keys directly below it. If it becomes necessary to restore the initial pr[...]

Changing Password-Protected Parameters Certain parameters are password-protected by factory default. CAUTION: Do not change password-protected parameters unless you’re sure you know what you’re doing! If they are set incorrectly, these parameters could cause the printer to function in an unpredictable way. The first attempt to change one of the[...]

Leaving the Program Mode You can leave the Program Mode at any time by pressing the Setup/Exit key. The SAVE CHANGES display will appear. There are five choices, described below. Pressing the left or right black oval key displays other choices and pressing the Next/Save key selects the displayed choice. PERMANENT - permanently saves the changes. Va[...]

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Sample ZPL II Label Formats ZPL II is Zebra Technologies Corporation’s Zebra Programming Language II label design language. ZPL II lets you create a wide variety of labels from the simple to the very complex, including text, bar codes, and graphics. This section contains three sample label formats for you to begin experi - menting with. It is not[...]

4. Copy the file to the Zebra XiII printer. NOTE: Typically, computers running DOS use the “COPY” command to send a file to the Zebra printer. For example, if your file name is “format1.zpl” then type, “COPY FORMAT 1.ZPL XXXX”, where “XXXX” is the port to which your Zebra printer is connected, for example, “COM1" or ”LPT1&q[...]

Format 1: Simple Text and a Barcode Format 2: Saving a Label Format As a Graphic Image 48 Zebra Xi II-Series User’s Guide 60 H:...Xi2UsersGuideR2.vp Fri Aug 07 10:35:52 1998 Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen[...]

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Routine Care and Adjustment Cleaning Table 5 provides a brief cleaning schedule. Specific cleaning procedures are provided on the following pages. A Preventive Maintenance Kit (part # 01429) is available from Zebra. Kit items are also sold separately by the part numbers shown. Preventive Maintenance Kit Solvent (Alcohol), 4 oz. bottle (part # 01426[...]

Cleaning the Exterior The exterior surfaces of the Zebra XiII-Series printer may be cleaned with a lint-free cloth. Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaning agents or solvents. If necessary, a mild detergent solution or desktop cleaner may be used sparingly. Cleaning the Interior Remove any accumulated dirt and lint from the interior of the printer us[...]

5. Rotate the platen roller and clean thoroughly with solvent and an applicator. 6. Brush/vacuum any accumulated paper lint and dust away from the rollers. 7. Reload ribbon and/or media, close and latch the printhead, close the Front Panel and the Media Compartment Door, and continue printing. Cleaning the Sensors The Media, Ribbon, and Label Avail[...]

Cleaning the Cutter Module (For printers equipped with the optional cutter.) The Cutter Module requires periodic cleaning to remove paper dust and gummed label residue. The procedure should be performed by the operator as needed to ensure proper cutter action. If labels are not being cut properly, or if the cutter jams with labels, this is an indic[...]

3. Remove the faulty fuse and install a new fuse of the correct type. Refer to Figure 13. The fuse that goes into the printer first is the one that is “in-circuit”. If you use the spare fuse, be sure to order a replacement fuse (fuses can be ordered from your Zebra distributor). 4. Snap the Fuse Holder back into position. 5. Reconnect the power[...]

Adjustments Toggle Positioning Both toggles should be positioned so that they provide even pressure on the media. The toggles are positioned by sliding them to the desired location. On media too narrow to accommodate both toggles, position one toggle over the center of the media and decrease the pressure on the unused toggle. NOTE: Make sure that t[...]

Printhead Pressure Adjustment This adjustment may be necessary if printing is too light on one side or if thick media is used. Refer to Figure 14. 1. Perform the Toggle Positioning procedure above. If the problem is solved, you may stop here; otherwise, continue with the rest of this procedure. 2. Print some labels at Speed A, such as by running th[...]

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Troubleshooting and Diagnostics This section contains troubleshooting charts used to localize and repair the printer when faults occur. The procedures called out in the “Action” column may be performed by the operator or by a service technician as indicated. Zebra Xi II-Series User’s Guide 59 71 H:...Xi2UsersGuideR2.vp Fri Aug 07 10:36:37 199[...]

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Printer Diagnostics Power-On Self Test A Power-On Self Test (POST) is performed automatically each time the printer is turned on. This test checks for proper initialization of various elec - tronic circuits and establishes starting parameters as those stored in the printer’s memory. During this test sequence, the front panel lights turn on and of[...]

Cancel Key Self Test Turn the printer off. Press the Cancel Key and hold while turning the power on. This self test prints a listing of the configuration parameters currently stored in the printer’s memory. See Figure 15. The configuration may be changed either temporarily (for specific label for - mats or ribbon and label stock), or permanently [...]

Pause Key Self Test This self test can be used to provide the test labels required when making adjustments to the printer’s mechanical assemblies. See the sample printout in Figure 16. Turn the printer off. Press the Pause key and hold while turning the power on. 1. The initial self test prints 15 labels at speed “A” (2.4" per second) th[...]

Feed Key Self Test The Cancel Key Self Test should be performed prior to this self test. Infor - mation on the “Configuration” printout (Cancel Key Self Test) can be used with the results of this self test to determine the best Darkness setting for a specific media/ribbon combination. The Feed Key Self Test will print out at various Darkness se[...]

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Options NOTE: Your printer may not have all of the options described in this chapter. Call your sales representative for more information about these options. Rewind Option Your Zebra XiII-Series printer may be equipped with the optional Media Rewind capability required for Rewind and Peel-Off modes of operation. In Rewind Mode, both labels and bac[...]

Internal Fanfold Media Supply Bin Your Zebra XiII-Series printer may be equipped with an optional internal Fanfold Media Supply Bin. It is used to load fanfold media within the XiII printer’s media compartment, and protects the media from environmental contaminants such as dust and dirt. The Fanfold Media Supply Bin may be installed in the field [...]

Applicator Interface The Applicator Interface is an ideal method of integrating XiII printers into custom applications. This interface allows printer control from a personal computer or Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) via one cable attached to a connector located at the rear of the printer. This provides the capability of placing the XiII print[...]

PCMCIA Type I Memory Cards These memory cards work with the XiII printer’s standard memory card interface. With these cards, users can store complete label formats, images/ graphics, and fonts for easy transfer to the printer’s memory. Storing data on PCMCIA cards minimizes download time and maximizes throughput. Contact your sales representati[...]

port to which network nodes can spool print jobs. The MPS1-2 provides a thinwire (10Base-2) connector and a parallel port for the same purposes. Both servers can queue multiple pending jobs and service those jobs in the order in which they are received from the hosts. RS-485 Interface The RS-485 interface provides a simple and cost-effective way to[...]

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Specifications NOTE: Your printer may not have all of the options described in this chapter. Media Handling Tear-Off mode: labels are produced in strips Peel-Off mode: labels are dispensed and peeled from the liner as needed Cutter mode: labels are printed and individually cut Rewind mode: labels are rewound internally Applicator mode: labels are p[...]

Zebra Programming language (ZPL II®) Bar Codes 78 Zebra Xi II-Series User’s Guide Downloadable graphics, scalable and bitmap fonts, and label formats Object copying between memory areas (RAM and memory card) Code Page 850 character set Adjustable print cache Data compression Automatic virtual input buffer management Automatic memory allocation F[...]

General Specifications General Specifications 90XiII 140XiII 170XiII 220XiII Zebra Xi II-Series User’s Guide 79 91 H:...Xi2UsersGuideR2.vp Fri Aug 07 10:37:26 1998 Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen[...]

Printing Specifications Printing Specifications 90XiII 140XiII 170XiII 220XiII Ribbon Specification Ribbon Specifications 90XiII 140XiII 170XiII 220XiII 80 Zebra Xi II-Series User’s Guide 92 H:...Xi2UsersGuideR2.vp Fri Aug 07 10:37:26 1998 Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen[...]

Media Specifications Media Specifications 90XiII 140XiII 170XiII 220XiII * * * Zebra Xi II-Series User’s Guide 81 93 H:...Xi2UsersGuideR2.vp Fri Aug 07 10:37:26 1998 Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen[...]

Power Line Cord Specifications The 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 (earth) MUST be connected to assure safety and reduce electromagnetic interference. The ground connection is handled by the third wire (earth) in the power line cord. See Figure 19. The AC power plug [...]

Printer Fonts Standard Printer Fonts For more information on fonts, refer to the ZPL II Programming Guide. Bit-mapped fonts A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, and GS are expandable up to 10 times, height- and width-independent. However, fonts E and H (OCR-B and OCR-A) are not considered in-spec when expanded. The scalable (smooth) font (CG Triumvirate™ Bold[...]

Table 8. Twelve Dots/mm Printhead Standard Fonts Dot Matrix Type Minimum Character Size Standard Printer Font Examples 84 Zebra Xi II-Series User’s Guide Figure 21. Standard Printer Font Examples 96 H:...Xi2UsersGuideR2.vp Fri Aug 07 10:37:27 1998 Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen[...]

Optional Printer Fonts There are many optional character fonts that can be purchased for your XiII printer in addition to those which are standard in the unit. From time to time, additions may be made to the list of available fonts. Contact your sales representative for further information. Only one additional font EPROM can be installed in the pri[...]

Optional Printer Font Examples. 86 Zebra Xi II-Series User’s Guide CG Palacio™ - Standard 0123, Bold 0123 , Italic 0123 , Bold Italic 0123 CG Times™ - Standard 0123, Bold 0123 , Italic 0123 , Bold Italic 0123 CG Triumvirate™ - Standard 0123, Bold 0123 , Italic 0123 , Bold Italic 0123 CG Triumvirate Condensed™ - Bold 0123 CG Futura™ - St[...]

Appendix Printer Interface Technical Information System Considerations Communications Code The XiII printer sends and receives American Standard Code for Informa - tion Interchange (ASCII). This code consists of 128 characters (256 for Code Page 850) including uppercase and lowercase letters, characters, punctuation marks, and various control codes[...]

RS-232/RS-422/RS-485 Serial Data Port The connections for these standard interfaces are made through the DB25S connector on the rear panel. For all RS-232 input and output signals, the XiII printer follows both the Electronics Industries Association’s (EIA) RS-232 specifications and the Consultative Committee for International Telegraph and Telep[...]

RS-232 Interconnections The Zebra XiII printer is configured as Data Terminal Equipment (DTE). Figure 24 illustrates the internal connections of the printer’s RS-232 con- nector. Figure 25 illustrates the connections required to interconnect the XiII printer with the standard 9 pin serial port connector on a PC. NOTES: If using a 9 pin to 25 pin [...]

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) interface cable. Figure 26 illustrates the connections required for this cable. 90 Zebra Xi II-Series User’s Guide DB -25P Connector to Printer DB -9S Connector to P .C. Figure 25. 9 Pin to 25 P[...]

RS-422/RS-485 Interconnections The Zebra XiII printer may be connected to a host by either an RS-422 or an RS-485 interface. The DB-25 connector on the rear of the printer uses specific pins for this purpose. Figure 27 illustrates the required cable wiring for interconnecting to the printer’s DB-25 connector. Figure 28 illustrates the internal co[...]

Parallel Data Port A standard 36-pin parallel connector is available at the rear of the printer for connection to the data source. When the printer is properly configured for parallel communications mode, the standard RS-232 port will not function as an input port. The parallel interface receives data from the data source but cannot send back print[...]

Cabling Requirements Data cables must be fully shielded and fitted with metal or metalized con- nector shells. Shielded cables and connectors are required to prevent radia- tion and reception of electrical noise. To minimize electrical noise pickup in the cable: Keep data cables as short as possible. Do not bundle the data cables tightly with the p[...]

ASCII Code Chart See Table 12. Shaded values are NOT recommended to be used for Com - mand Prefix, Format Prefix, or Delimiter characters. 94 Zebra Xi II-Series User’s Guide Table 12. ASCII Code Chart HEX CHAR HEX CHAR HEX CHAR HEX CHAR 00 NUL 20 space 40 @ 60 ‘ 01 SOH 21 ! 41 A 61 a 02 STX 22 “ 42 B 62 b 03 ETX 23 # 43 C 63 c 04 EOT 24 $ 44 [...]

Adjusting Darkness for “In-Spec” Bar Codes All direct thermal and thermal transfer materials do not use the same dark - ness setting. The best way to check for the proper darkness is to use a bar code verifier that actually measures bars/spaces and will calculate the PCS (Print Contrast Signal) ratio. Without the assistance of a verifier, your [...]

Too Dark Dark labels are fairly obvious. The normal bar code bars increase in size, and the openings in small alphanumeric characters may fill in with ink. It may be readable but not “in-spec”. Rotated bar code bars and spaces will run together. Slightly Dark Slightly dark labels are not as obvious. The normal bar code will be “in- spec”. S[...]

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Glossary alphanumeric Indicating letters, numerals, and characters such as punctua - tion marks. backfeed Backfeed is when the printer pulls the media and ribbon (if used) backward into the printer so that the beginning of the label to be printed is properly positioned behind the printhead. bar code A code by which alphanumeric characters can be re[...]

fanfold media Media that comes folded in a rectangular stack, rather than on a roll. font A complete set of alphanumeric characters in one style of type. Examples: Times, Univers. ips “inches-per-second” See “print speed.” label An adhesive-backed piece of paper, plastic, or other material on which information is printed. label available se[...]

the lowest printhead/toggle pressure necessary. Also, use ribbon that is as wide as or wider than the media to protect the printhead of the XiII printer from the rougher surface of the media. registration Alignment of printing with respect to the top of a label/tag. ribbon A band of inked material that is pressed against the media and heated to tra[...]

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Index Zebra Xi II-Series User’s Guide 103 A AC Power Fuse 54 Adjustments Adjusting for “In-Spec” Bar Codes 95 Lower Media Sensor 17 Media Sensor Position 15 Printhead Pressure 57 Applicator Interface 73 ASCII Code Chart 94 Auxiliary Port Setting 43 B Backfeed Setting 42 Baud Rate Setting 38 Black Oval keys (2) 25 C Cables, interconnection 9-t[...]

104 Zebra Xi II-Series User’s Guide F Factory defaults 31 Fanfold Media Loading 10 Feed key 25 Feed Key and Pause Key Self Test 68 Feed Key Self Test 68 Fonts 83 Fonts, Optional 85 Format Prefix Setting 40 Front Panel Display 2, 24 Front Panel Keys 25 Front Panel Lights 26 Check Ribbon light 26 Data light 26 Error light 26 Paper Out light 26 Paus[...]

Zebra Xi II-Series User’s Guide 105 Media Sensor Profile 46 Printing 36 Media Supply Spindle 73 Media Type Setting 33 N Network ID Setting 39 Next key 25 Null modem cable 89 O Operating Modes Cutter Mode 22 Peel-Off Mode 22 Rewind Mode 22 Tear-Off Mode 21 Operator controls 23 Options Applicator Interface 73 Communication Interfaces 74 Cutter 71 E[...]

106 Zebra Xi II-Series User’s Guide Printhead Pressure Adjustment 57 Printhead Replacement Setting the Head Resistor Value 43 Printhead Test 43 Printhead, Cleaning 52 Program Mode, entering 29 Program Mode, leaving 31 Protocol Setting 39 R Removing the Label Backing Material 15 Removing Used Ribbon 20 Ribbon Loading 18 Ribbon Sensor 27 Ribbon Sen[...]