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S ZEBRA VAL UE-LINE TM - Series User's Guide F or the Zebra 1 05 ™ and 1 60 ™ P rinters Se S.
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Table of Contents Introduction Scope ................................1 - 1 Model Designation .........................1 - 1 System Overview ..........................1 - 1 Communication Capabilities ..................1 - 2 Thermal Transfer Printer Internal Functions .
Electrica l ............................ 1-12 Communication s Interfac e ................... 1-13 Environmenta l Range s ..................... 1-13 Option s an d Accessorie s .................... 1-13 Installation Unpackin g ..........................
Operation Operatin g You r Zebr a S-Serie s Printe r Printe r ........... 3- 1 Printe r Operatin g Mode s ...................... 3- 1 Medi a Sensin g Mode s ...................... 3- 1 Transmissiv e Sensin g Mod e .................. 3- 2 Black-Mar k Sensin g Mod e .
Sampl e ZP L I I Labe l Format s ................... 3-14 Forma t 1 : Simpl e Tex t an da Barcod e ............. 3-15 Forma t 2 : Savin ga Labe l Forma t A sa Graphi c Imag e .... 3-15 Forma t 3 : Usin ga Serialize d Dat a Fiel d ............ 3-16 Configuration and Calibration Optio n Switche s .
Preventive Maintenance Overvie w .............................. 6- 1 Cleanin g ............................... 6- 1 Exterio r Surface s ........................ 6- 1 Interio r .............................. 6- 1 Printhea d an d Plate n Rolle r .......
Black-Mar k (Reflective ) Senso r (105S e Only ) ........... 9- 2 Optiona l Printe r Font s ........................ 9- 3 23 0 VA C Factor y Setu p ....................... 9- 3 Memor y Optio n ........................... 9- 4 12-Dot/m m an d 6-Dot/m m Printhead s (105S e Only ) .
Introduction Scope This user’s guide contains descriptive information an d operational in- structions for the Zebra 105Se and 160S thermal trans fe r de mand printers. It contains information on how to set up and operate the printer as well as adjustment and maintenance procedures that can be performed by the operator.
Communication Capabilities The S-Series Printer comes with either an Electronics Industries Asso- ciation (EIA) RS-232 serial data interface or a factory-installed parallel interface. In both cases, the required interface cable is not supplied with the printer.
Additional System Requirements In addition to the Zebra S-Series Printer, you will need the following items to form a complete label preparation system: • Label, ticket, or tag stock • An intellig.
Continuous roll form paper, fanfold media, or cardstock with optional perforations and registration holes may be used. The standard 160S Printer and 105Se Printer with an optional reflective sensor can use “black-mark media” (media having a black mark printed on the liner side for use in positioning the labels).
Ribbons and Printhead Wear CAUTION: Ribbons used in the Zebra Technologies Corporation Printer MUST be as wide as or wider than the media. Zebra-brand rib- bons provide an extremely smooth backing surface that protects the printhead from abrasion by the media.
Printer Specifications Printing Considerations Print Speeds Programmable constant printing speeds of 2" (51 mm), 3 " ( 7 6 mm), 4" (102 mm), 5" (127 mm), and 6" (152 mm) per sec ond. The 105Se with optional 300 dots/inch resolution supports programma- ble constant printing speeds of 2.
Media Zebra S -Series User’s Guide 1-7 15.
Ribbon Zebra Programming Language II (ZPL II ) Bar Codes 1-8 Zebra S -Series User’s Guide Downloadable graphics with data compression Bit image data transfer and printing, including mixing of text a.
Standard Fonts The scalable smooth font (CG Triumvirate™ Bold Condensed) is ex- pandable on a dot-by-dot basis, height- and width-independent, while maintaining smooth edges.
Font Matrices for 6 dots/mm P rinthead Font Matrix T ype* Character Size Inches Millimeters Height W idth Inter- character gap Height W idth Char ./inch Height W idth Char ./mm A 95 1 U-L-D 0.059 0.039 25.40 1.50 1.00 1.00 B 11 7 2 U 0.072 0.059 16.93 1.
Font Matrices for 12 dots/mm Printhead Font Matrix T ype* Character Size Inches Millimeters Height W idth Inter- character gap Height W idth Char ./inch Height W idth Char ./mm A 95 1 U-L-D 0.029 0.016 50.80 0.73 0.40 2.00 B 11 7 2 U 0.036 0.023 33.86 0.
Standard Printer Font Example Physical Electrical • 115 VAC +15%/-20% or 230 VAC +15%/-15%; 48-62 Hz • 5 Amps @ 115V, 3 Amps @ 230V • UL 1950 Listed-Certified to CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 950- M89; classified to IEC 950; complies with FCC and Canadian DOC class “A” rules • Carries the CE mark of compliance.
Communications Interface • RS-232 at 110 to 19,200 baud (select from standard rates). Baud rate, data bits, parity, error detection protocol, and XON-XOFF or DTR/DSR handshaking are all switch-selectable. Stop bits are fixed at 1 • Compatibility Mode Parallel Interface.
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Installation Unpacking When unpacking the Zebra S-Series Printer, make sure you save all packing materials. Once the printer is out of the box, raise the printer’s Media Access Door and remove the power cord. Inspection Inspect the printer for possible damage incurred during shipment.
• Temperature: -40° to +158° F (-40° to +70° C) • Relative humidity: 20% to 85% non-condensing Should it become necessary to ship your printer , remove any ribbon and paper roll from the supply spools, otherwise damage to the printer could result.
AC Power Fuse Replacement A user-replaceable AC Power Fuse is located just above the Power ON/OF F Switc h (se e Figur e 2.1 ) . Fo ra 11 5 VA C installation , th e re - placement fuse is a 3AG Fast Blow style rated at 5 Amp/250VAC. For a 230 VAC installation, the fuse is the same style but rated at 3 Amp/250 VAC.
Site Requirements CAUTION: To ensure that the S-Series Printer has proper ventilation and cooling, do not place any padding or cushioning material on the back of or underneath the unit because this will restrict the air flow. The S-Series Printer may be installed on any solid, level surface of suf- ficient size and strength to accommodate the unit.
2. Place the Ribbon Roll on the Ribbon Supply Spindle. 3. Open the printhead by moving the handle to the OPEN position. 4. Important..... To make ribbon loading and unloading easier, make a leader for your ribbon roll if it doesn’t already have one (refer to Figure 2.
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Ribbon Loading (160S) Refe r t o Figur e 2. 4 throughou t thi s procedure. Note: When placing the ribbon roll on the Ribbon Supply Spindle, make sure that the core is pushed up against the stop on the ribbon supply spindle and that the ribbon is aligned squarely with its core.
Media Loading To load media, move the Printhead Locking Lever to the OPEN posi- tion . Refe r t o Figure s 2.5 , 2.6 , 2.7 , an d 2.8 . Whe n th e medi a i s loaded, close the printhead by moving th e lever on the upper printhead mechanism to the CLOSED posi tion.
Zebra S -Series User’s Guide 2-9 Figure 2.6 105Se Roll Media Loading (with Peel-Off) Figure 2.5 Roll Media Loading Diagrams 31.
Tear-Off Mode Follow the instructions described in Roll Media. Rewind Mode The Rewind Option must be installed in the printer. To initially config- ure the printer for this mode, follow these steps: 1. Remove the Media Rewind Plate from its storage location in front of the printhead inside the media compartment.
Cutter Mode Follow the instructions described in Roll Media with the exception of ste p 6 : firs t rout e th e medi a throug h th e Cutte r Modul e (se e Figure s 2.5 an d 2.6 ) an d the n clos e th e printhea d assembl y b y movin g th e leve r lo- cated on the upper printhead assembly to the CLOSED position.
Removing Used Ribbon (105Se) To remove used ribbon, refer to Figure 2.9 and follow the steps below. 1. Pull the hook out slightly, then rotate the hook back-and-forth several times as shown and remove it from the spindle. 2. Grasp the used ribbon and remove it from the Ribbon Take-Up Spindle.
Removing Used Ribbon (160S) Refer to Figure 2.10. 1. Turn the knob at the end of the Ribbon Take-Up Spindle (1) clockwise until it stops. This will cause the Ribbon Release Bars to pivot down (2), easing the spindle’s “grip” on the wound ribbon.
Initial Printer Power Up After you finish loading the ribbon and media, continue reading through “Operation ” an d “Configuratio n an d Calibration. ” Perfor m th e follow- ing initial printer power-up steps as you come to them: 1. Power On Self Test (POST) 2.
Operation Operating Your Zebra S-Series Printer Now that your printer is ready for operation, how does it work? The Zebra S-Series Printer is designed to receive instructions from a host computer, such as an IBM-compatible PC.
Transmissive Sensing Mode In Transmissive Sensing Mode, a sensor detects a light shining through a web, notch, or hole in non-continuous media. In this way, the printer determines the position of the label/tag. Black-Mark Sensing Mode In Black-Mark Sensing Mode, you use media having black marks printed on the back of the label liner for each label.
Peel-Off Mode When the media is in the rest (idle) position, the start of the label to be printed is slightly in front of the printhead. To print a label, the printer first backfeeds the media until the start of the label is directly under the printhead and then prints the entire label.
Front Panel Keys PAUSE Key The PAUSE key stops and restarts the printing process. If the printer is idle (not printing) when the PAUSE key is pressed, no printing can occur. If the PAUSE key is pressed while printing is in progress, the printing stops once the current label is complete.
MODE Key The MODE key puts the printer in Configuration Mode. In this mode, you can adjust the Print Darkness, Media Tear-Off Position, and Label To p Position , o r perfor ma Calibration . Se e “Configuratio n an d Cali- bration.” Front Panel Lights Refe r t o Figur e 3.
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Power On Self Test A Power On Self Test (POST) is performed each time the printer is turned ON. This test checks for proper initialization of various electronic circuits and establishes starting parameters as those stored in the printer’s memory. During this test sequence, the front panel lights will turn ON and OFF to ensure proper operation.
If your media is not wide enough, the test labels will only print out to the edge of the label. If your media is too short, the test label will continue printing on the next label. Some of the printer self tests produce labels at varying print speeds.
CANCEL Key Self Test This self test prints a single label which contains a listing of the printer’s current configuration parameters stored in Configuration (EEPROM) Memory.
PAUSE Key Self Test This self test is actually comprised of four individual test features. 1. The initial self test prints 15 labels at speed “A” then automatically PAUSES the printer. Each time the PAUSE key is pressed, an addi- tional 15 labels print out.
This self test can be used to provide the test printouts required when making adjustments to the printer’s mechanical assemblies. See the sampl e printou t i n Figur e 3.3 . FEED Key Self Test The CANCEL Key Self Test should be performed before this self test.
FEED Key and PAUSE Key Self Test Pressing these two keys at the same time, while turning the Power ON, temporarily resets the Printer Configuration to the factory default val- ues. These values will be active until Power is turned OFF. Whenever the printer is reset to factory defaults, a Media Calibration procedure must be performed immediately.
FEED Key and CANCEL Key Test This test prints seven pre-programmed label formats at different speeds. The printer automatically pauses after each format. The sequence of la- bel formats is as follows: * “C” for the 105Se with the 300 dots/inch printhead Extended Printer Diagnostics Extended diagnostic tests are available.
Sample ZPL II Label Formats ZPL II is Zebra Technologies Corporation’s Zebra Programming Lan- guage 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.
Format 1: Simple Text and a Barcode 1 2 3 4 5 ^XA ^LH30,30 ^FO20,10^AD^FDZEBRA^FS ^FO20,60^B3N,Y ,20,N^FDAAA001^FS ^XZ Line #1: Indicates start of label format. Line #2: Sets label home position (in dots) from the upper left-hand corner of the label. Line #3: Sets field origin, selects font “D”, defines field data as “ZEBRA”.
Format 3: Using a Serialized Data Field 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 ^XA ^LH30,30 ^FO20,10^AD^FDZEBRA^FS ^FO20,60^B3,,40,,^FDAAA001^FS ^FO20,180^AF^SNSERIAL NUMBER 00000000111,1,Y^FS ^PQ10 ^XZ T en labels should print. The first and last ar e shown her e. Line #1 - 3: These commands were described in Format 1.
Configuration and Calibration Option Switches These switches are located at the rear of the printer above the Signal Interface Cable Connection. See Figure 4.2. In the tables on the following page, an “R” means the switch is OFF (po- sitioned to the right), while an “L” means the switch is ON (positioned to the left).
Bank 1 (For Serial Interface Printers Only) The S-Series Printer, with the RS-232 Serial Interface, uses eight miniature switches located on the rear of the printer, above the Signal Interface Cable Con- nector. The ON/OFF positions of these switches establish some of the Printer Configuration Pa- rameters.
Bank 2 These switches can manually override any ZPL II commands that affect print mode, media mode, and media type. They can also override set- tings established during the calibration procedure. Reasons why you might want to use these override switches: • Troubleshooting.
Configuration Mode The Configuration Mode allows you to fine-tune the internal printer configuration settings for your application. In this mode, you can change the following parameters: • Printing .
During this procedure, the printer automatically determines the media type, label length, media and ribbon sensor settings, and printing method. Media type is determined by sensing either continuous or non-continuous media as blank labels move through the printer.
Adjusting the Print Darkness This procedure sets the darkness of the printing on the label. Use the lowest setting which provides the necessary print quality. 1. Press the MODE key. PAUSE and DARKEN lights turn ON. 2. Press UP or DOWN to adjust the current setting.
Interconnections System Components System Considerations Communications Code The Zebra S-Series Printer sends and receives American Standard Code for Information Interchange (ASCII). This code consists of 128 charac- ters (256 for Code Page 850) including upper and lower case letters, punctuation marks, and various control codes.
Data Specifications When communicating via the serial data port (RS-232), the baud rate, numbe r o f dat a bits , an d th e parit y ar e user-selectabl e (se e “Configura- tio n an d Calibration ” fo r acceptabl e settin g combinations) . Parit y only applies to data transmitted by the printer, since it ignores the parity of re- ceived data.
Hardware Control Signal Descriptions Request To Send (RTS) is a Control Signal from the S-Series Printer to the host computer. RTS is always in the ACTIVE condition (positive voltage) whenever the printer is powered ON. Data Set Ready (DSR) is a control signal from the host computer to the printer.
To minimize electrical noise pickup in the cable: • Keep data cables as short as possible. • Do not bundle the data cables tightly with power cords. • Do not tie data cables to power wire conduits. Interconnect to DTE Devices The printer is configured as Data Terminal Equipment (DTE).
Parallel Cabling Requirements The required cable must have a standard 36-pin parallel connector on one end, which is plugged into the mating connector located at the up- per rear of the printer. The parallel interface cable is connected using bail clips, instead of screws, in a similar position to that of the serial data cable.
Signal Descriptions The following chart provides a description of each of the pins in the parallel connector. A standard parallel data cable will provide the re- quired interconnection between the computer and the printer.
Preventive Maintenance Overview This section contains preventive maintenance information for the Zebra S-Series Printer. These procedures may be performed by the operator. Cleaning Exterior Surfaces The exterior surfaces of the printer may be cleaned as required by using a lint free cloth.
Printhead and Platen Roller Inconsistent print quality, such as voids in the bar code or graphics, may indicate a dirty printhead. For optimum performance, Zebra recom- mend s performin g th e cleanin g procedur e o n pag e 6- 3 afte r ever y roll of ribbon (after every roll of media, for direct thermal printing).
It is not necessary to turn printer power OFF prior to clean ing. If power is turned OFF, all label formats, images, and parameter settings stored in the printer’s formatting RAM will be lost. Permanent parameter settings stored in EEPROM will be retained.
Clean the stationary cutter blade with a cotton swab moistened with iso- propyl alcohol when it becomes gummed up with label adhesive or pa- per debris. If the cutter performs unsatisfactorily after it has been cleaned, refer to Volume 1 of the Maintenance Manual.
Adjustments Toggle Positioning Note: The 105Se has one toggle, the 160S printer has two toggles. The toggle(s) should be positioned to provide even pressure o n t h e m e - dia. Toggles are positioned by sliding them left or right to the desired location.
Black Mark Media Sensor Position Adjustment This sensor position requires no adjustment or calibration by the user. Transmissive Media Sensor Position Adjustment The transmissive media sensor senses either the “web” between labels or a hole or notch in the media to determine the length of the label or ticket.
Upper Transmissive Media Sensor Position Adjustment To adjust the upper media sensor, refer to Figure 7.2 and follow these steps. 1. Remove the ribbon and locate the Upper Media Sensor. 2. Loosen the Phillips head screw. 3. Slide the upper sensor along the slot to the desired position.
Lower Transmissive Media Sensor Position Adjustment To adjust the lower media sensor, follow these steps. 1. Locate the lower media sensor assembly (a spring clip holding a small printed circuit board) under the rear idler roller.
Media and Ribbon Sensor Sensitivity Adjustment Note: This adjustment is initially set by Zebra Technologies Corporation during final printer calibration.
Note: If only one pair of lights is flickering, it indicates that the adjustment was not successful. Go back to step 1 and start over. 8. Open the printhead. 9. Pull the media out of the printer until a label is positioned under the printhead. Move the ribbon back to its normal position.
Troubleshooting 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 when indicated.
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Options Peel-Off Your printer may be equipped with the Peel-Off option. In the Peel-Off Mode, only the label backing rewinds onto the Rewind Spindle. The Peel/Tear Bar separates the label from the backing an d t h e L a bel Avail- able Sensor activates the PAUSE mode to allow the operator to re move a printed label before subsequent labels print.
Fanfold Supply Bin Your printer may be equipped with an optional internal Fanfold Supply Bin. It is used to load fanfold media within the media compartment, and it protects the media from environmental contaminants such as dust and dirt. The Fanfold Media Supply Bin is fully adjustable.
Optional Printer Fonts The S-Series Printer can be optioned with character fonts in addition to those which are standard in the unit. Only one additional font can be installed in the printer at a time. This installation should be performed by a service technician.
512 KB DRAM Memory Expansion (Not available for 105Se 300 dots/inch) This option increases the printer’s dynamic memory capacity from 0.5 MB to 1 MB. This supports longer label lengths and provides more ca- pacity for downloadable fonts and large graphic image files.
Appendix A - 230 VAC Power Cord 230 VAC Power Cord Depending on how the Zebra printer was ordered, a power cord may or may not be included when the printer is optioned for 230 VAC, 50/60 Hz operation. If a power cord is not supplied, you will need to obtain one with the fol- lowing specifications: • The overall length must be less than 3.
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Appendix B - ASCII Code Chart Zebra S -Series User’s Guide B-1 Shaded values are NOT recommended for Command Prefix, Format Prefix, or Delimiter characters.
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Appendix C - Adjusting Bar Code Darkness Adjusting Darkness For “In-Spec” Bar Codes All direct thermal and thermal transfer materials do not use the same darkness setting. The best way to check for the proper darkness is to use a bar code verifier that actually measures bars/spaces and will cal- culate the Print Contrast Signal (PCS) ratio.
Too Dark - Dark labels are fairly obvious. The normal bar code bars increase in size, and the openings in small alphanu meric characters may fill in with ink. It may be readable but not “in-spec”. Rotated bar code bars and spaces will run together.
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Appendix D - Optional Printer Fonts Your printer can be optioned with character fonts in addition to those that are standard in the unit. The following pages illustrate the Optional Fonts in each of the available styles. From time to time, additions may be made to the list of available fonts.
D-2 Zebra S -Series User’s Guide CG Triumvirate™ - Normal 0123456789.,?!AaBbCc CG Triumvirate™ - Bold 0123456789.,?!AaBbCcDd CG Triumvirate™ - Italic 0123456789.,?!AaBbCcDdEe CG Triumvirate™ - Bold Italic 0123456789.,?!AaBb CG Times™ - Normal 0123456789.
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Glossary alphanumeric Indicating letters, numerals, and characters such as punctuation marks. backfeed 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.
label An adhesive-backed piece of paper, plastic, or other material on which information is printed. label available sensor For printers equipped with the Peel-Off Option, this sensor detects a printed label waiting to be taken or “picked” by the operator.
ribbon wrinkle A wrinkling of the ribbon caused by improper alignment of the strip plate and/or printhead pressure. This wrinkle can be seen just above the strip plate. Ribbon wrinkle can cause voids in the print and/or the spent ribbon to rewind unevenly.
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A B C D E F Zebra S -Series User’s Guide Index - 1 Index 101.
I L M N Index - 2 Zebra S -Series User’s Guide 102.
O P R Zebra S -Series User’s Guide Index - 3 103.
S T U V W X Index - 4 Zebra S -Series User’s Guide 104.
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