Desktop Printers User's Guide: 212288-001 Rev. A

ZD410
Desktop Printers
User’s Guide
212288-001 Rev. A
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Table 1 • Document Conventions
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Contents
Document Conventions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii
• Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv
1 • Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
ZD410 Direct Thermal Printers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
ZD410 Printer Features: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
ZD410 Printer Options: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Zebra Label Printing Solution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Modes of Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
What’s in the Box? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Unpack and Inspect the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Printer Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Open the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Closing the printer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Label Dispenser Option (field installable) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Cutter Option (field installable) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Operator Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Pause . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Feed (Advance) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Cancel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Pause . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Print Touch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

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2 • Install Hardware Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Printer Connectivity Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Media Handling Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Printer Connectivity Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Update Printer Firmware to Finish Option Installations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Accessing the Connectivity Module Slot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Installing the Serial Port Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Installing the Internal Ethernet (LAN) Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Removing Printer Connectivity Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Print Media Handling Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Cutter Option. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Cutter Details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Removing the Standard Bezel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Installing the Label Dispenser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Installing the Cutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Media Roll Core Size Adapters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Installing Media Roll Adapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
3 • Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Printer Setup Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Select a Location for the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Install Printer Options and Connectivity Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Attaching Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Getting Ready to Print. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Preparing and Handling Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Media Storage Tips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Loading Roll Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Instructions for media loading: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Using the Movable Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Adjusting the Movable Sensor for Black Marks or Notches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Adjusting the Movable Sensor for Web (Gap) Sensing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Zebra Printer Models Fixed Sensor Position Relative to the ZD410 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Loading Roll Media (continued) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Run a SmartCal Media Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
SmartCal Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Test Printing with the Configuration Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Detecting a Media Out Condition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Recovering from a Media Out condition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

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Connecting your Printer to a Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Pre-install Windows® Printer Drivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Interface Cable Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
USB Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Serial Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Ethernet (LAN, RJ-45) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Ethernet Status/Activity Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Assigning an IP Address for Network Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
DHCP for Personal Networks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Managed Networks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Print Server - Default User ID and Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Classic Wireless Connectivity Option. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
4 • Setup for Windows OS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Windows Operating Systems Printer Setup (Overview) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Pre-install Windows® Printer Drivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Setting Up the Wi-Fi Print Server Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Configure Using the Connectivity Wizard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
To use the Connectivity Wizard, complete these steps: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Bluetooth Option Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Connecting to a Windows XP® SP2 Master Device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Connecting to a Windows Vista® SP2 or Windows 7® Master Device . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Connecting the Printer to a Windows 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Connecting the Printer to a Windows 10 PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
After Your Printer is Connected . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Testing Communications by Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Test Printing with Zebra Setup Utility: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Test Printing with Windows ‘Printer and Faxes’ menu: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Test Print with an Ethernet printer connected to a network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Test Print with a Copied ZPL Command File for Non-Windows Operating Systems: 66
5 • Print Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Thermal Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Determining Your Printer’s Configuration Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Replacing Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Adjusting the Print Quality. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Adjusting the Print Width. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Printing on Fan-Fold Media. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Printing with Externally Mounted Roll Media. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Externally Mounted Roll Media Considerations: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Using the Label Dispenser Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Sending Files to the Printer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

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Printer Fonts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Identifying Fonts in Your Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Localizing the Printer with Code Pages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Asian fonts and Other Large Font Sets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Getting Asian Fonts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
EPL Line Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Zebra® ZKDU — Printer Accessory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
ZBI 2.0 ™ — Zebra Basic Interpreter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
6 • Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Meaning of the Indicator Light Patterns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Printing Issues . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Communications Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Miscellaneous Issues . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Updating Printer Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
USB Host . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Flash Drive Preparation and Firmware Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Operator Darkness Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Printer Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Power-On Self Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
SmartCal Media Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Configuration Report (CANCEL Self Test) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Printer Network Configuration Report. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Printer Bluetooth Configuration Report. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
iOS Bluetooth Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Print Quality Report (FEED self test) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Reset Printer Factory Defaults (PAUSE + FEED Self Test) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Reset Network Factory Defaults (PAUSE + CANCEL Self Test) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Reset Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Communication Diagnostics Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Sensor Profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Advanced Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Manual Media Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Manual Print Width Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Manual Print Darkness Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Factory Test Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
7 • Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Cleaning the Printhead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Media Path Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Cleaning the Cutter and Label Dispenser Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Cutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112

Contents viii
Label Dispenser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112

Sensor Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Platen Cleaning and Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Other Printer Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
RTC Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Replacing the Printhead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Printhead Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Replacing the Printhead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
A • Appendix: Interface Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122

Universal Serial Bus (USB) Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Serial Port Interface - Auto-detecting DTE and DCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Connecting the Printer to a DTE Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Connecting the Printer to a DCE Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
B • Appendix: Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126

C • Appendix: Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Types of Thermal Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Determining Thermal Media Types. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
General Media and Print Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
D • Appendix: ZPL Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133

Managing the ZPL Printer Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
ZPL Printer Configuration Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Configuration Setting to Command Cross-reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Printer Memory Management and Related Status Reports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138

1
Introduction
This section introduces you to your new Zebra® ZD410 desktop thermal label printer. It
describes what you get in your shipping box and provides an overview of printer features. It also
includes procedures that describe how to open and close the printer and report any problems.
This user’s guide provides all the information you need to operate your printer on a daily basis.
Other publications are available to assist with service, network configuration and operation,
printer utilities and applications, software development kits, and more. All publications are
available on the Zebra Web site.
Your printer, when connected to a host computer, functions as a complete system for printing
labels, tags, tickets, and receipts.
ZD410 Direct Thermal Printers

The Zebra® ZD410 models are desktop label printers with the widest range of features and
options.
• The 203 dpi (dots per inch print density) version printer provides direct thermal printing at
speeds up to 152.4 mm/s (6 ips - inches per second).
• The 300 dpi version printer provides direct thermal printing at speeds up to
101.6 mm/s (4 ips).
• Includes ZD410 Healthcare printer models with plastics that withstand common hospital
cleaning chemicals and a medical grade power supply.
• These printers support ZPL ™ and EPL Zebra printer programming languages and a wide
variety of options.

Introduction 2
ZD410 Printer Features:

• High quality printing with a small footprint.
• OpenAccess ™ design for simplified media loading.
• Easy, field installable media handling options.
• Supports media rolls:
• Up to 127 mm (5 inch) outer diameter (O.D.) media rolls and
• 12.7 mm (0.5 inch) and 25.4 mm (1 inch) inner diameter (I.D.) roll cores and additional
core sizes with optional media core adapters.
• Movable Sensor provides compatibility with the widest range of media types:
• Compatible with full or partial width black mark media.
• Compatible with notched or slotted media.
• Multi-center position transmissivity sensor for use with label gap/web media.
• Color-coded “touch points” for operator controls and media guides.
• Enhanced user control panel featuring three buttons and five status indicators.
• Universal Serial Bus (USB) Host Port that can be used for easy firmware upgrades.
• Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 interface
• Modular Connectivity Slot for field installable 10/100 Ethernet (802.3 RJ-45) or
Serial (RS-232 DB-9) interface options.
• Backwards compatibility focused technology eases printer replacement:
• Drop in replacement of legacy Zebra desktop printers. The printer accepts both EPL and
ZPL programming languages
• Supports Link-OS virtual devices to interpret non-Zebra printer programming languages.
• On–the–fly OpenType and TrueType font scaling and import, Unicode, resident scalable font
(Swiss 721 Latin 1 font), and a selection of resident bitmap fonts.
• XML-Enabled printing—allows XML communications for barcode label printing, eliminating
license fees and print server hardware and lowering customization and programming costs.
• Zebra ™ Global Printing Solution – supports Microsoft Windows keyboard encoding (and
ANSI), Unicode UTF-8 and UTF 16 (Unicode Transformation Formats), XML, ASCII (7 and 8
bit used by legacy programs and systems), basic single and double byte font encoding, JIS
and Shift-JIS (Japanese International Standards), Hexadecimal encoding, and custom
character mapping (DAT table creation, font linking, and character remapping).
• Supports printer configuration via a setup utility running on mobile devices.
• Use the printer’s Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) feature for short range communication to a
variety of mobile devices. Bluetooth LE works with Zebra mobile setup utility applications
to assist in printer setup, perform media calibration, and maximize print quality.
• Zebra’s Print Touch (Near Field Communication - NFC) ‘tap’ to pair devices, access
printer information, and access mobile applications.
• Zebra’s Link-OS - an open platform that connects operating systems for smart Zebra devices
with powerful software apps (applications), making the devices easy to integrate, manage
and maintain from any location.

Introduction 3
• 72 MB (64 MB E: memory) of user accessible flash memory for storing forms, fonts, and
graphics.
• On-board Real Time Clock (RTC).
• Printhead maintenance reporting enabled and customizable by the user.
• Easy tool-less replacement of printhead and platen (driver) roller.
• The ZD410 203 dpi direct thermal printer models also include support for Line Mode printing
to support EPL1 legacy programming based printing applications.
ZD410 Printer Options:

• Healthcare printer models
• Healthcare wipe-able plastics for disinfecting and cleaning
• IEC 60601-1 certified power supply
• Wi-Fi (802.11ac – includes a/b/g/n) and Bluetooth Classic 4.X (3.X compatible) wireless
connectivity as a factory installed option.
• Field installable connectivity modules:
• Internal Ethernet Print Server (LAN, RJ-45 connector) — supports 10Base-T, 100Base-
TX and fast Ethernet 10/100 auto-switching networks.
• Serial (RS-232 DB-9) Port
• Field installable media handling options:
• Label Dispenser (Peel-Off liner and present the label for the operator).
• General purpose media cutter.
• Media Core Adapter kits for 38.1 mm (1.5 inch), 50.8 mm (2.0 inch), or 76.2 (3.0 inch) I.D.
media cores.
• Asian Language support with printer configuration options for the large Simplified and
Traditional Chinese, Japanese, or Korean character sets. Printers sold in China have the
Simplified Chinese SimSun font pre-installed.
• Zebra® ZBI 2.0 ™ (Zebra BASIC Interpreter) programming language. ZBI allows you to
create custom printer operations that can automate processes, use peripherals (i.e.
scanners, scales, keyboards, Zebra® ZKDU ™ , etc.) all without being attached to a PC or
network.

Introduction 4
Zebra Label Printing Solution
Zebra Label Printing Solution

The printer is just one of three (3) parts of a printing solution. To print, you need a printer
(ZD410), compatible direct thermal media, and software (driver, applications or programming) to
tell the printer what to do and print.
The media may be labels, tags, tickets, receipt paper, fan-fold stacks, tamper proof labels, etc.
The printer setup can not be completed without media installed. Ideally, your chosen media
should be the same media used for its intended operation. Starting with your chosen media will
speed the setup and deployment process.
Zebra assists you with label design and print with the free label and form design software:
ZebraDesigner ™ for Windows PC operating systems.
Zebra provides a complete suite of free Link-OS software applications and drivers to configure
printer settings, print labels and receipts, get printer status, import graphics and fonts, send
programming commands, update firmware, and download files.
The Zebra web site or your reseller will be able to help you identify media for your desired use
case.
Modes of Printing
You can operate this printer in many different modes and media configurations:
• Direct thermal printing (which uses heat sensitive media to print).
• Standard Tear-Off mode allows you to tear off each label/receipt (or batch print a strip of
labels) after it is printed.
• Label Dispense Mode: If an optional dispenser is installed, the backing material can be
peeled away from the label as it is printed. After this label is removed, the next one is printed.
• Media Cutting: If an optional media cutter is installed, the printer can cut the label liner
between labels, receipt paper or tag stock.
• Stand-alone: The printer can print without being connected to a computer using the printer’s
auto running label form feature (programming based) or by using a data input device
connected to the printer’s serial port. This mode accommodates data input devices, such as
scanners, weigh scales, a Zebra Keyboard Display Unit (ZKDU), etc.
• Shared network printing: Printers configured with an Ethernet (LAN) and Wi-Fi interface
options include an internal print server.

Introduction 5
What’s in the Box?

After unpacking, make sure you have all parts shown below. Follow the procedures for inspecting
the printer to familiarize yourself with printer parts so you can follow the instructions in this book.
Printer USB Cable Printer Documentation

and User’s CD
Documentation
and Software
Power Power Cord

Supply varies by locale or region

Introduction 6
Unpack and Inspect the Printer
When you receive the printer, immediately unpack it and inspect for shipping damage.
• Save all packing materials.
• Check all exterior surfaces for damage.
• Open the printer and inspect the media compartment for damage to components.
If you discover shipping damage upon inspection:
• Immediately notify the shipping company and file a damage report. Zebra Technologies
Corporation is not responsible for any damage to the printer incurred during shipment,
and will not cover the repair of this damage under its warranty policy.
• Keep all packaging material for shipping company inspection.
• Notify your authorized Zebra® reseller.
See the Zebra Web site for ‘How To ...’ video’s on packing and unpacking your printer at:
www.zebra.com/zd410d-info

Introduction 7
Printer Features
Printer Features
Figure 1 shows features on the outside and Figure 2 on page 9 shows features inside the media
compartment of your printer. Depending on the printer model and the installed options, your
printer may look slightly different.
Figure 1 • Printer Features
Control Panel
Release
Latches
Power
Switch
Z
D
4
1
0
Fan-Fold Media
Entry Slot
DC Power Interface and Connectivity

Receptacle Module Slot Access

Introduction 8
Printer Features
Open the Printer

To access the media compartment, you must open the printer. Pull the release latches towards
you and lift the cover. Check the media compartment for loose or damaged components.
Caution • The discharge of electrostatic energy that accumulates on the surface of the
human body or other surfaces can damage or destroy the printhead and other electronic
components used in this device. You must observe static-safe procedures when working
with the printhead or the electronic components under the top cover.
Closing the printer

Lower the top cover. Press down in the middle of the cover in front until the cover snaps closed.

Introduction 9
Printer Features
Figure 2 • Printer Features - Continued
Printhead
Upper Web (Gap)

Array Sensor
Roll Holders
Media Guides
Media Guide Stop

Adjustment
Head-Up Sensor
(inside)
Platen (Drive) Roller Movable Sensor

(Black Mark and Lower Web/Gap)

Introduction 10
Printer Features
Label Dispenser Option (field installable)
Label Taken Label Liner

Sensor Exit Area
Label Peel Bar
Door Latch
Dispenser Door
Peel Roll
Cutter Option (field installable)
Cutter Module
Media Exit Slot

Introduction 11
Printer Features
Operator Controls
The primary operator controls are found on the front of the printer. The indicators may be off (not
lit), red, green, or yellow. The indicators can blink or remain on in a variety of patterns that denote
various printer activities or status. For more information on the indicator light patterns see
Meaning of the Indicator Light Patterns on page 81).
Pause Supplies
Status Data Network
Power Pause Feed Cancel

(Advance)
Power
• ON - Press the Power button until the printer’s indicator lights flash on. The printer’s
indicator lights will flash on and off in various combinations while the printer does internal
self diagnostics and configuration checks which will take several seconds to complete.
The Status Indicator will turn GREEN for PRINTER READY status, indicating the printer
is now ready for normal print operations.
• OFF - Press and hold the Power button for three (3) seconds and the printer will turn off
after (quickly) storing some configuration and status information.
Pause
• Pressing the pause button will stop print activities and place the printer into Pause state.
The printer will complete any print operation before it stops.
• The Pause Indicator will display Yellow to indicate Pause state.
• Pressing the Pause button while in Pause state will return the printer to normal operation.
Feed (Advance)
• Pressing (and releasing) the Feed button when the printer is not printing, causes the
printer to advance media one (1) blank form length (label, receipt, tag, ticket, etc.).

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Printer Features
Cancel
• Only functional when the printer is in the Pause state.
• Pressing the Cancel button causes the printer to cancel printing the next format in the
print buffer.
• Pressing and holding for two seconds cancels printing of ALL pending formats.
Status
• Green: Ready for print and data activity.
• Red: Media out, media detection error, head (cover) open, cutter jam, printhead
authentication failure.
• Yellow: Printhead over temp **, printhead element failure, out of memory while storing
content (formats, graphics, fonts, etc.), and interface power fault for USB Host or Serial
ports.
• Blinking Yellow: Printhead under temp.
• Blinking Red: Printhead over temp**
Pause
• Yellow: The printer is paused. Print, label feed (advance), and other label routines are
suspended until the pause state is removed by pressing the Pause button.
• Blinking Red: Printhead over temp**
Data
• Off: Data is not being transfered.
• Green: A data communication operation has not finished, but is not actively being
transferred.
• Blinking Green: Data communications are in process.
• Blinking Yellow: Out of memory while storing content (formats, graphics, fonts, etc.).
Supplies
• Red: There is a media out condition.
** - Blinking red Status and Pause indicators for a critical over temperature printhead - required cooling and printer restart.

Introduction 13
Printer Features
Network
• Yellow: 10 base Ethernet (LAN) connection detected
• Green: 10/100 Ethernet (LAN) connection detected or when Wi-Fi (WLAN) has a strong
signal and is connected
• Red: when an Ethernet (LAN) or Wi-Fi (WLAN) fault occurs
• Blinking Red: during Wi-Fi (WLAN) association
• Blinking Yellow: during Wi-Fi (WLAN) authentication
• Blinking Green: when Wi-Fi (WLAN) has completed, but has a weak signal

Introduction 14
Print Touch
Print Touch
The Zebra Print Touch ™ feature allows you to touch an Android ™ -based, Near Field
Communication (NFC)-enabled device such as a smart phone or tablet to the printer’s Print
Touch logo to pair the device to the printer. This capability allows you to use your device to
provide information for which you are prompted and then print a label using that information.
Important • Some devices may not support NFC communication with the printer until
you configure the required NFC settings in your device. If you encounter difficulties,
consult your service provider or your smart device manufacturer for more information.
Data encoded into the tag includes:

• A URL for a Zebra QuickHelp style support web page
• The printer’s unique Bluetooth Low Energy MAC address
• The printer’s Bluetooth Classic MAC address (if present)
• The printer’s Wi-Fi (WLAN) MAC address (if present)
• The printer’s Ethernet (LAN) MAC address (if present)
• The printer SKU – ex. ZD41022-D01W01EZ
• The printer’s unique serial number
The NFC tag can be used to:
• Facilitate Bluetooth pairing with a compatible mobile device
• Launch an application
• Launch a mobile browser to a web page
Print Touch Location

(Passive NFC)

2
Install Hardware Options
This section assists you in installing printer connectivity modules and media handling options.
Note • Install your connectivity module or media handling options prior to setting up and using
your printer for the first time. This will simplify and speed up the setup process. During the
initial setup, do not connect the printer to power until all printer hardware options have been
installed.
Printer Connectivity Modules

The connectivity module’s access door must be removed (Accessing the Connectivity
Module Slot on page 16) prior to installing the following options:
• Serial (RS-232 DB-9) Port - Installing the Serial Port Module on page 17
• Internal Ethernet (LAN, RJ-45 connector) — supports 10Base-T, 100Base-TX and fast
Ethernet 10/100 auto-switching networks - Installing the Internal Ethernet (LAN) Module
on page 18
Media Handling Options

The printer’s standard bezel must be removed (Removing the Standard Bezel on page 21)
prior to installing the following options:
• Label Dispenser (Peel-Off Liner and Present Label for Operator) - Installing the Label
Dispenser on page 22
• General purpose media cutter - Installing the Cutter on page 23
• Media Roll Adapters for 38.1 mm (1.5 inch), 50.8 mm (2.0 inch), or 76.2 (3.0 inch) I.D.
media cores.
Note • For best printer performance, update the printer’s firmware after installing options or
immediately after the printer’s initial setup.

Install Hardware Options 16

The connectivity modules can be easily installed without tools.
human body or other surfaces can damage or destroy the printhead or electronic
with the printhead or the electronic components.
Update Printer Firmware to Finish Option Installations

It is recommended that you always update the printer’s firmware with the latest version for
optimal printer operation. For instructions on how to update printer firmware, see Updating
Printer Firmware on page 88. This is located on the Zebra Web site at:
http://www.zebra.com/support
Accessing the Connectivity Module Slot

1. Open the module access door by pushing down on the top of the door with your finger tip. This
releases the latch. Pull the door away and down to remove.

Installing the Serial Port Module
1. With the module’s access door removed, slide the serial port module into the printer. Push the
circuit card in slowly but firmly until the card is just past the inside lip of the access door.
2. Align the bottom of the serial port’s door cover to the bottom lip of the module access opening.
Swing the door up and snap the cover closed.
Serial Port (RS-232)

Installing the Internal Ethernet (LAN) Module
1. With the module’s access door removed, slide the serial port module into the printer. Push the
circuit card in slowly but firmly until the card is just past the inside lip of the access door.
2. Align the bottom of the Ethernet port’s door cover to the bottom lip of the module access opening.
Swing the door up and snap the cover closed.
Ethernet Port (RJ-45)

Removing Printer Connectivity Modules

Connectivity modules can easily be removed for the purpose of reconfiguring a printer or
repair. You should not remove and replace connectivity modules as a general practice.
1. Remove the interface cable (Ethernet or Serial).
2. Remove the module access door. Push down on the top of the door with your finger tip. This
releases the latch. Pull the door away and down to remove.
3. Re-attach the interface cable to the connectivity module and secure the cable.
4. Gently pull on the interface cable that is secured to the connectivity module. Slowly pull the
module out of the printer.
5. Install a different connectivity module or re-install the connectivity module’s access door. Align it
to the bottom lip of the access opening and swing it up to snap and lock in place.

Print Media Handling Options
Print Media Handling Options

The media handling options and access are secured to the printer by two (2) Torx T10 screws
located on the bottom of the printer. A Torx Allen type wrench is provided.
with the printhead or the electronic components.

optimal printer operation. This is located on the Zebra Web site at: http://www.zebra.com/support
Cutter Option
The printer supports a factory installed media cutter option for full width cutting of label liner, tag
or receipt media. These cutter options are all supported in a single cutter housing design. The
type of cutter option installed in your printer can be verified by printing a printer configuration
report.
Cutter Details
• A medium duty cutter for cutting label liner and light tag media (LINER/TAG)
• Paper Thickness: 0.08 mm (0.003 inch) min. to 0.1905 mm (0.0075 inch) max.
• Cut Width: 60 mm (2.36 inches) maximum to 15 mm (0.585 inches) minimum
• Minimum distance between cuts (label length): 25.4 mm (1 inch). Cutting shorter
media lengths between the cuts may cause the cutter to jam or error.
• By default, the cutter operations include a self cleaning preventive maintenance cleaning
cut after every twenty-fifth cut. This feature can be disabled via a SGD (Set/Get/DO)
programming command (cutter.clean_cutter) but is not recommended.
Warning • There are no operator serviceable parts in the cutter unit. Never remove the
cutter cover (bezel). Never attempt to insert objects or fingers in to the cutter mechanism.
Tools, cotton swabs, solvents (including alcohol), etc. all may damage or shorten the
cutter’s usable life or cause the cutter to jam.

Cutter Option
Removing the Standard Bezel

The standard bezel must be removed to mount your media handling option.
1. Turn the printer upside down. Remove the two (2) mounting. Save the screws.
2. Slide the bezel down the front about 12.5 mm (0.5 inch) and pull the loose bezel out.

Cutter Option
Installing the Label Dispenser

The standard bezel must be removed before the Label Dispenser can be installed.
1. Place the Label Dispenser module and printer right side up with the top of the module 12.5 mm
(0.5 inch) below the bottom of the top cover. Center and push the module into the front of the
printer and slide it up until it stops.
2. Turn the printer upside down and attach the module to the printer with the two screws.

Cutter Option
Installing the Cutter

The standard bezel must be removed before the cutter module can be installer.
1. Place the Cutter module and printer right side up with the top of the module even with the bottom
of the top cover. Center and push the module into the front of the printer and slide it up until it
stops.
2. Turn the printer upside down and attach the module to the printer with the two screws.

Media Roll Core Size Adapters

The media roll adapters kit includes three (3) pairs of media roll adapters. The kits are for 38.1
mm (1.5 inch), 50.8 mm (2.0 inch), or 76.2 (3.0 inch) inner diameter (I.D.) media cores.
The adapters are intended to be permanently installed in the printer. They may be changed to
support other media roll sizes that require one of these adapter sizes. The adapters may wear
out if they are changed too much.
Removing the media adapters to print on standard roll cores may leave plastic pieces in the
media roll holders side ares that rub against the roll. Push those attached pieces back into the
side of the media roll holder.
Installing Media Roll Adapters

1. Place one screw in the top adapter mounting hole of each on the top each roll holders. Start
turning the screws clockwise until the tip of the screw is just protruding through the inside of the
roll holder. The screws are self-tapping.
2. Place the adapter on the inside of the roll holder. The large side of the adapter is on top. The
smooth side (no ribs) faces the middle of the printer.
3. Align the adapter’s top screw hole to the protruding screw tip and pinch it tightly to the roll holder
body. Tighten the screw until there is no gap between the adapter and roll holder. Do not tighten
beyond this point. Over tightening will strip the thread.
4. Insert a screw in the bottom adapter mounting hole. Pinch the adapter tightly to the roll holder
while tightening the screw. Tighten the screw until there is no gap between the adapter and roll
holder. Do not tighten beyond this point. Over tightening will strip the thread.
5. Repeat step 1-4 for the other adapter and roll holder.

Example of Label Roll with

76.2 mm (3.0 inch) Inner Core
and Media Core Adapters
Attached

3
Setup
This section assists you in setting up and operating your printer for the first time.
Printer Setup Overview

The setup process to can be broken down into two (2) phases: hardware setup and host system
(software/driver) setup. This section covers the physical hardware setup to print the first label.
• Install any printer hardware options first. See “Install Hardware Options” on page 15.
• Place the printer in a safe location with access to power and where it can connect wired or
wirelessly to the printer to the host system.
• Attach the printer and power supply to a grounded AC power source.
• Select and prepare media for your printer.
• Load the media.
• Turn the printer ON. Calibrate the media with a SmartCal Media calibration.
• Print a ‘Configuration Report’ to verify basic printer operation.
• Turn the printer OFF.
• Choose method to communicate via a wired or wireless connection to your printer. Available
wired local connections are:
• USB port
• Optional Serial port
• Optional Ethernet (LAN)
• Attach the printer cable to the network or host system (printer OFF).
• Begin second phase of printer setup - Software based configuration for either wired or
wireless communication methods typically needed for operating systems like Microsoft
Windows.

Setup 27
Select a Location for the Printer
Select a Location for the Printer

The printer and media need a clean safe area with moderate temperatures to have optimal print
operations.
Select a location for the printer that meets these conditions:
• Surface: The surface where the printer will be located must be solid, level, and of sufficient
size and strength to hold the printer with media.
• Space: The area where the printer will be located must include enough space for opening the
printer (media access and cleaning), and for printer access to connectivity and power cords.
To allow for proper ventilation and cooling, leave open space on all sides of the printer.
Caution • Do not place any padding or cushioning material under or around the base of
the printer because this restricts air flow and could cause the printer to overheat.
• Power: Put the printer close to an easily accessible power outlet.

• Data communication interfaces: Please ensure that cabling and Wi-Fi or Bluetooth radios
do not exceed the maximum distance specified by the communication protocol standard or
product data sheet for this printer. Radio signal strength can be reduced by physical barriers
(objects, walls, etc.).
Data cables should not be routed with or near power cords or conduits, fluorescent lighting,
transformers, microwave ovens, motors or other sources of electrical noise and interference.
These interference sources may cause problems with communications, host system
operation, and printer functionality.
• Operating conditions: Your printer is designed to function in a wide range of environments.
Table 1 shows the temperature and relative humidity requirements for the printer.
Table 1 • Operational and Non-Operational Temperature and Humidity
Mode Temperature Relative Humidity

Operational 32° to 104°F (0° to 40°C) 20 to 85% non-condensing
Non-Operational -40° to 140°F (-40° to 60°C) 5 to 85% non-condensing
Install Printer Options and Connectivity Modules

Install the following printer options before proceeding with the printer’s setup.
• Serial (RS-232 DB-9) Port Module - Installing the Serial Port Module on page 17
• Internal Ethernet (LAN) Module - Installing the Internal Ethernet (LAN) Module on page 18
• Label Dispenser (Peel-Off Liner and Present Label for Operator) - Installing the Label
Dispenser on page 22
• General purpose media cutter - Installing the Cutter on page 23
• Media Core Adapter kit for 38.1 mm (1.5 inch), 50.8 mm (2.0 inch), or 76.2 (3.0 inch) I.D.
media cores. Media Roll Core Size Adapters on page 24

Setup 28
Attaching Power
Attaching Power
Important • Set up your printer so that you can handle the power cord easily if needed. To
make certain the printer cannot carry electrical current, you must separate the power cord
from the power supply receptacle or AC electrical outlet.
Caution • Never operate the printer and power supply in an area where they can get wet.
Serious personal injury could result!
1. Plug the power supply into the printer’s DC power receptacle.
2. Insert the AC power cord into the power supply.
3. Plug the other end of the AC power cord into an appropriate AC electrical outlet. Note that AC
outlet end of the power cord’s plug type can vary by region.
4. The active power light will turn on green if power is on at the AC outlet.
Note • Ensure the appropriate power cord with a three (3) prong plug and an
IEC 60320-C13 connector are used at all times. These power cords must bear the
relevant certification mark of the country in which the product is being used.

Setup 29
Getting Ready to Print
Getting Ready to Print

The printer setup cannot be completed without media. The media may be labels, tags, tickets,
receipt paper, fan-fold stacks, tamper proof labels, etc. Ideally, your chosen media should be the
same media used for its normal intended operation. This will help you more easily identify any
setup issues while using this guide. The printer does not come with media.
The Zebra web site or your reseller may be able to help you select the right media for your
intended printing application.
Preparing and Handling Media

Careful handing and storage of your media is important in order to maximize print quality. If the
media becomes contaminated or dirty, it can damage the printer and cause defects in the printed
image (voids, streaks, discoloration, compromise the adhesive, etc.).
During manufacturing, packaging, handling and storage, the outside length of media may
become dirty or contaminated. We recommend removing the outside layer of the media roll or
stack. This will remove any contaminants which might be transferred onto the printhead during
normal operation.
Media Storage Tips

• 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 to be placed in the printer for use.
• Many media types and label adhesives have a ‘shelf life’ or expiration date. Always use the
oldest, viable (non-expired) media first.

Setup 30
Loading Roll Media
Loading Roll Media

The printer utilizes two (2) sensing methods to accommodate a wide range of media
• Center area transmissive sensing for continuous media and gap/web label media.
• Full-width reflective sensing for print format (length) using black marks, black lines, notches
or holes).
For web/gap media, the printer senses the differences between the label and the liner to
determine the print format length.
For tear-off or continuous roll media, the printer only senses the media’s characteristics. The
print format’s length is set by programming (driver or software) or the last stored form’s length.
For black mark media, the printer senses the beginning of the mark and the distance to the start
of the next black mark to measure the print format length.
For other common media and setting variations, see one of the following:
• Using the Label Dispenser Option on page 72 after you have loaded media using this
procedure.
• Printing on Fan-Fold Media on page 69
Instructions for media loading:

This procedure works for Tear-Off (standard bezel), Label Dispense and Media Cutting
printer options.
1. Open the printer. Pull the release latch levers toward the front of the printer.

Setup 31
Loading Roll Media
2. Open the media roll holders. Orient the media roll so that its printing surface will face up as it
passes over the platen (drive) roller.Pull the media guides open with your free hand and place the
media roll on the roll holders and release the guides. Verify the roll turns freely. The roll must not
sit in the bottom of the media compartment.

Setup 32
Loading Roll Media
3. Pull the media so that it extends out of the front of the printer.
4. Push the media under both of the media guides.
Under Media
Guides

Setup 33
Loading Roll Media
5. Flip the media up and align the movable media sensor for your media type.
• For continuous roll receipt type media or label media without black marks or notches,
align the media to the default center position.
• For black mark (black line, notches or holes) backed media, adjust the sensor
position so the sensor aligns to the center of the black mark. Avoid the center area of the
media to only use black mark sensing for operation with black marks.
Default - Web (Gap) Sensing

Standard Operating Position
Movable Sensor
Off Center
Black Mark Sensing Only

Setup 34
Loading Roll Media
Using the Movable Sensor

The movable sensor is a dual function sensor. It provides transmissive (sees through media) and
reflective media sensing. The printer can use either sensing method, but not both at the same
time.
The movable sensor has a center array of sensors. This provides adjustable transmissive web
(gap) sensing to positions that match legacy Zebra® desktop printer sensor locations and
positions in between. This also provides for use of some non-standard media variations or
irregularly shaped media.
The movable sensor allows the printer to use media with black marks or notches (holes through
the media) on the back side of the media (or media liner). The sensor aligns to the middle of
black marks or notches not in the center of the media roll to avoid Web/Gap sensing array.
Adjusting the Movable Sensor for Black Marks or Notches

The black mark sensing looks for non-reflective surfaces such as black marks, black lines,
notches or holes on the back of the media which do not reflect the sensor’s near infrared light
beam back to the sensor’s detector. The sensor light and its black mark detector are next to each
other under the sensor cover.
Position the movable sensor’s alignment arrow to the middle of the black mark or notch in the
underside of the media. Sensor alignment should be set as far as possible from the edge of
media but where 100% of the sensor window is covered by the mark. When printing, the media
can move from side to side ±1mm (due to media variations and edge damage due to handling).
Notches cut into the side of the media can also become damaged.

Setup 35
Loading Roll Media
Adjusting the Movable Sensor for Web (Gap) Sensing
The movable sensor for web/gap sensing supports multiple positions.

• The movable sensor’s ‘Default’ position is ideal for most label types.
• The adjustment range is from center to off-center positions which are ideal for printing two (2)
labels side by side on a roll.
• The movable sensor adjustment range covers sensor positions use by legacy Zebra printers.
Web (Gap) sensing with the movable sensor only functions when the movable sensor’s
alignment arrow points to any position on the alignment key. The adjustment range is shown
below.
Alignment Key
Alignment Arrow
(Default Position)
Default Gap
Center Line - CL
Sensing Position
Adjustment Range - Left to Right
Center Aligned Default Maximum Right
CL CL CL
Zebra Printer Models Fixed Sensor Position Relative to the ZD410

• Default — Zebra Models: G-Series ™ fixed position sensors, LP/TLP 2842 ™ , LP/TLP
2844 ™ , LP/TLP 2042 ™
• Center Aligned — Zebra Model: LP/TLP 2742 ™

Setup 36
Loading Roll Media
Loading Roll Media (continued)
6. For printers with the optional cutter module installed, thread the media through cutter’s media slot
and pull it out the front of the printer.
7. Close the printer. Press down until the cover snaps closed.
You may need a calibrate your printer for the media. The printer’s sensors need to adjust to
sense the label, the liner, and the distance between labels to operate properly. When reloading
the same media (size, vendor, and batch), you can just press the Feed (Advance) button once to
prepare the media for printing.

Setup 37
Run a SmartCal Media Calibration
Run a SmartCal Media Calibration

The printer needs to set the media parameters for prior to printing optimal operation. The printer
will automatically determine media type (web/gap, black mark/notch, or continuous) and
measure media characteristics.
Note • After the initial calibration to a specific media is completed, it is not required to perform
additional calibrations each time the media is replaced. The printer automatically measures
the media to adjust for small changes in the media characteristics while printing.
Pressing the Feed (Advance) once or twice after a new roll of media (same batch) has been
installed will synchronize the labels. It is then ready to continue printing.
SmartCal Procedure
1. Make sure the media is loaded properly and the top cover of the printer is closed.
2. Press the POWER button to turn the printer on.
3. Once the printer is in the ready state (Status indicator (

) is solid green), press and hold the
PAUSE and CANCEL button for two (2) seconds and release.
4. The printer will measure a few labels and adjust media sensing levels.
5. When the printer stops, the Status indicator ( ) will turn solid green.
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Setup 38
Test Printing with the Configuration Report

Before you connect the printer to a computer, make sure that the printer is in proper working
order. You can do this by printing a configuration report. The information on the Configuration
reports printout that may be helpful with printer installation and
1. Make sure the media is properly inserted and the top cover of the printer is closed.
2. Turn the printer ON.
3. Once the printer is in the ready state (Status indicator (

) is solid green), press and hold the
FEED and CANCEL buttons for two (2) seconds and release.
4. .The Printer and Network Configuration Reports (shown below) will be printed.
5. When the printer stops, the Status indicator ( ) will turn solid green.
If you cannot get these reports to print, then see Troubleshooting on page 80.

Setup 39
Detecting a Media Out Condition
Detecting a Media Out Condition

When you run out of media, your printer will report a ‘Media Out’ condition with the Status
indicators. This is part of the normal media usage cycle.
When the printer detects that the media is out, the Status ( ) and Media ( ) indicator will turn
solid red.
Recovering from a Media Out condition
1. Open the printer.
2. Observe that the media is at the end or nearly at the end of the roll with a label missing from the
liner. The printer stops before the adhesive or tape used to attach media to the roll core gets to
the printhead.
3. Remove the remaining media and roll core.
4. Insert a new roll of media. See Loading Roll Media on page 30.
5. If you are installing more of the same media, just load the new media and press the Feed
(Advance) button once to resume printing.
If you are loading different media (size, vendor, or even batch is different), then reloading media
followed by a SmartCal is needed to ensure optimal operation.
Note that changing media size (length or width) usually requires to you to change the
programmed media dimensions or the active label format in the printer.
Note • Sometimes a label may be missing some where in the middle of your roll of
labels (not at the end of media). This will also cause a ‘Media Out” condition.
To recover, just pull the media out until the next label is over the platen roller.
Close the printer. Press the Feed (Advance) button once. The printer will
resynchronize the label position and will be ready to resume printing.

Setup 40
Connecting your Printer to a Computer

The printer supports a variety of interface options and configurations. These include:
• Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) interface - Standard
• RS232 Serial - Field Upgrade Option
• Ethernet (LAN) - Field Upgrade Option
• Internal WiFi (802.11ac) and Bluetooth Classic 4.1 (3.0 Compatable) - Factory Installed
Option
• Bluetooth Low Energy (low speed connection) for printer configuration using software running
on an Android or iOS device.
Pre-install Windows® Printer Drivers

Install the Zebra Setup Utilities (ZSU) before applying power to the printer connected to the
PC . The utility installs the Zebra Windows drivers first. The ZSU installation wizard will then
prompt you turn on the printer. Follow the instructions to complete your printer installation.
The Zebra Setup Utility is designed to assist you with installing your printer. The cabling
and unique parameters for each of these physical printer communication interfaces is discussed
in the following pages to assist you with making configuration setup choices prior to and
immediately following applying power. The Zebra Setup Utilities configuration wizards will instruct
you to turn the printer’s power on at the appropriate time to complete the installation of your
printer.
For more details on configuring network (Ethernet or Wi-Fi) and Bluetooth communication, see
the following guides:
• Wired and Wireless Print Server User Guide
• Bluetooth Wireless Guide
Interface Cable Requirements

Data cables must be of fully shielded construction and fitted with metal or metalized connector
shells. Shielded cables and connectors are required to prevent radiation and reception of
electrical noise.
To minimize electrical noise pickup in the cable:
• Keep data cables as short as possible (1.83 m [6 foot] recommended).
• Do not tightly bundle the data cables with power cords.
• Do not tie the data cables to power wire conduits.
Important • This printer complies with FCC “Rules and Regulations,” Part 15, for Class B
Equipment, using fully shielded data cables. Use of un-shielded cables may increase
radiated emissions above the Class B limits.

Setup 41
USB Interface
Universal Serial Bus (version 2.0 compliant) provides a fast interface that is compatible with your
existing PC hardware. USB’s “plug and play” design makes installation easy. Multiple printers
can share a single USB port/hub.
When using a USB cable (not supplied with your printer), verify that the cable or cable packaging
bears the “Certified USB ™ ” mark (see below) to guarantee USB 2.0 compliance.
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USB
USB Cable

Setup 42
Serial Interface
The printer uses a Null Modem (cross-over) cable for DTE communications. The required cable
must have a nine-pin “D” type (DB-9P) male connector on one end which plugs into the mating
(DB-9S) serial port located on the back of the printer. The other end of this signal interface cable
connects to a serial port on the host computer. For pin-out information, refer to Appendix A.
The serial port communication settings between the printer and host (typically a PC) must match
for reliable communication. The Bits per second (or Baud rate) and Flow control are the most
common settings that get changed.
Serial communications between the printer and the host computer can be set by:
• ZPL programming ^SC command
• Resetting the printer to its default printer configuration.
Factory defaults for serial communication settings are: 9600 baud, 8 bit word length, NO parity, 1
stop bit, and XON/XOFF (‘Software’ data flow control in the Windows based host system).

Setup 43
Ethernet (LAN, RJ-45)

The printer requires UTP RJ45 Ethernet cable rated CAT-5 or better.
The printer has a built-in network print server. For more information on configuring your printer to
run on a compatible Ethernet based network, see the Wired and Wireless Print Server users
guide. The printer must be configured to run on your network. The print server on board your
printer can be accessed through the printer’s print server Web pages.
Ethernet Cable
(RJ45 Connector)
Ethernet Status/Activity Indicators

The Ethernet connector on the printer has two (2) status/activity indicators that are partially
visible to provide interface status at the connector. The printer also has the control panel
indicator lights for printer network operation status, see the Meaning of the Indicator Light
Patterns on page 81 for more details.
LED Status Description

Both OFF No Ethernet link detected
Green 100 Mbps link detected
Green with the Amber flashing 100 Mbps link and Ethernet activity detected
Amber 10 Mbps link detected
Amber with the Green flashing 10 Mbps link and Ethernet activity detected

Setup 44
Assigning an IP Address for Network Access

All devices on an Ethernet network (LAN and WLAN) require a network IP (Internet Protocol)
address. The printer’s IP address is needed to access the printer for printing and printer
configuration. The five different ways to assign an IP address are:
• DHCP (Dynamic Host Connection Protocol) - Default setting
• Zebra Setup Utilities (includes the ZebraDesigner Windows printer driver)
• Telnet
• Mobile Apps
• ZebraNet Bridge
DHCP for Personal Networks

The printer by default is set to operate on a Ethernet LAN or Wi-Fi network with DHCP. This
setting is intended primarily for personal networks. The network automatically provides a new
network IP address each time the printer is turned on. The Windows printer driver uses a Static
IP address to connect to the printer. The IP address set in the printer driver will need to be
changed to access the printer if its assigned IP address has changed after the printer’s initial
installation.
Managed Networks
Using the printer in a structured network (LAN or Wi-Fi) requires a network administrator to
assign the printer a Static IP address and other settings needed to operate on the network
properly.
Print Server - Default User ID and Password

There are some features that require the default User ID and/or default password to access the
printer’s print server or if you have the Wi-Fi option in the printer. The Factory Default Values are
shown below:
• User ID: admin
• Password: 1234

Setup 45
Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Classic Wireless Connectivity Option
Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Classic Wireless Connectivity Option

This guide covers basic configuration of your Internal Wi-Fi Print Server and Bluetooth Classic
4.X wireless connectivity option.This manual only covers installing the Wi-Fi as part of the Wi-Fi
and Bluetooth Classic wireless connectivity option in the Setting Up the Wi-Fi Print Server Option
on page 47. See the Zebra Web site for Wired and Wireless Print Server User Guide for more
information on the printer’s Ethernet operation.
This manual only covers installing the Bluetooth as part of the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Classic
wireless connectivity option in the Bluetooth Option Configuration on page 56. See the Zebra
Web site for Bluetooth Wireless Guide for more information on the printer’s Bluetooth
operation.

optimal printer performance . For instructions on how to update printer firmware, see Updating
Printer Firmware on page 88. This is located on the Zebra Web site at:
http://www.zebra.com/support

4
Setup for Windows OS
This section assists you in setting up and operating your printer for the first time.
Windows Operating Systems Printer Setup (Overview)

For supported Windows Operating systems (most common) with a Local (cabled) connection:
• ‘Run’ the Zebra Setup Utilities from the User’s CD or from the Zebra Web site.
• Click on ‘Install New Printer’ and run the install wizard. Select ‘Install Printer’ and select the ZD410d from
the list of ZDesigner printers.
• Select the port (USB or Serial) that you connected to the PC. One of these interfaces are also used by
the Zebra Setup Utility’s Wizard to assist installation of networked and Bluetooth Classic (4.0).
• Turn the printer ON and configure printer communications for your interface type.
• Use the Windows driver to print a ‘Test Print’ to verify operation with Windows.
Pre-install Windows® Printer Drivers

Install the Zebra Setup Utilities (ZSU) before applying power to the printer connected to the
PC (running a Zebra driver supported Windows operating system). The utility installs the Zebra
Windows drivers first. The ZSU installation wizard will then prompt you to apply the printer power.
Continue to follow the instructions to complete your printer installation.
The Zebra Setup Utility is designed to assist you with installing these interfaces. The
cabling and unique parameters for each of these physical printer communication interfaces is
discussed in the following pages to assist you with making configuration setup choices prior to
and immediately following applying power. The Zebra Setup Utilities configuration wizards will
instruct you to turn the printer’s power on at the appropriate time to complete the installation of
your printer.
For more details on installing Ethernet (network) and Bluetooth interfaces:
• Wired and Wireless Print Servers User Guide
• Bluetooth Wireless Guide

Setup for Windows OS 47
Setting Up the Wi-Fi Print Server Option
Setting Up the Wi-Fi Print Server Option

This section covers basic configuration of your internal Wi-Fi Print Server option. For more
detailed information, refer to the Wired and Wireless Print Servers User Guide.
Important • The wireless radio option, which includes Wi-Fi, Bluetooth classic and Bluetooth
low energy, is only available as a factory installed configuration.
You may configure your printer for wireless operation in the following ways. This basic guide
covers only the first option, the Connectivity Wizard.
• Through the Connectivity Wizard, which writes a ZPL script for you. On the last screen of the utility,
you may choose to send the command directly to your printer, or you may choose to save the ZPL script
to a file. The saved ZPL file has several purposes:
• The file can be sent to the printer through any available connection (serial, parallel, USB,
or wired print server).
• The file can be resent to the printer after the network settings have been restored to
factory defaults.
• The file can be sent to multiple printers that will use the same network settings.
• Through ZPL script that you write yourself. Use the ^WX command to set the basic parameters for
security type. You can send the command through any available connection (serial, parallel, USB, or
wired print server). Refer to the ZPL Programming Guide for more information on this option.
• Through Set/Get/Do (SGD) commands that you send to the printer. Begin with wlan.security to
set the wireless security type. Depending on which security type that you select, other SGD commands
will be necessary to specify other parameters. You can send the commands through any available
connection (serial, parallel, USB, or wired print server). Refer to the ZPL Programming Guide for more
information on this option.

Configure Using the Connectivity Wizard

The ZebraNet Bridge Enterprise utility is available through http://www.zebra.com/software.
ZebraNet Bridge Enterprise version 1.2.5 or later is required to configure the printer correctly for
use.
The Connectivity Wizard, which is part of this software, allows you to configure your printer easily
for wireless operation by writing the appropriate ZPL script for you. Use this utility when you are
first installing the wireless print server or after you set the network options back to factory
defaults.
Note • You can only set up one print server at a time with the Connectivity Wizard. To
configure multiple print servers (wired and wireless), run the program once for each print
server.
To use the Connectivity Wizard, complete these steps:
1. If it is not already installed, install ZebraNet Bridge Enterprise on your computer.

You can get the program from the user CD that came with your printer, or you can download it at
http://www.zebra.com/software.
2. Launch the ZebraNet Bridge Enterprise program.

If you are prompted for a serial number, you may click Cancel. You will still be able to use the
Connectivity Wizard.
3. From the Menu bar, select Tools > Connectivity Wizard.

The Connectivity Wizard opens.

4. From the Choose Port list, select the port to which your printer is connected.
• If you will save the file without sending it to the printer, you may select any available port.
• If you select File:, you will be asked to browse to the location of the file you want to save.
• If you select a serial port, the serial configuration information appears below the ‘Choose
Port’ list. If necessary, change the serial communication settings to match your printer’s
settings.
Note • If a port is in use by another device, it will not be included in the drop-down list.
5. Click Next.
The wizard prompts for the print server device to configure.

6. Select Wireless and then click Next.

The wizard prompts you for the type of printer you are using.
7. Select the type of printer you are using and then click Next.
The wizard prompts for the wireless IP information.

8. Enable the DHCP (dynamic) or static IP option.
If you will be using... Complete the following steps...

DHCP a. Select DHCP and click Next.
b. Continue with step 9.
Static a. Select Static.
The IP settings fields are activated.
a. Enter the IP Address, Default Gateway, and Subnet
Mask for the wireless print server. Contact your
network administrator for the correct values.
b. Continue with step 9.
9. Click Next.
The Wireless Settings window opens.
10. Enter the ESSID.
Important • The ESSID and pass phrase, if used, must be set at your access point before
completing these steps.

11. From the drop-down, select your Security Mode.
If you select… Then…

None Continue with step 12.
WEP 40-Bit a. In the WEP Options section of the window, enter the
WEP 128-Bit following values:
• Authentication type
• WEP Index
• Encryption Key Storage
• WEP Keys
b. Click Next and continue with step 12.
EAP-TLS In the EAP section of the window, if necessary:
EAP-TTLS a. Enter the Optional Private Key.
EAP-FAST b. Click Next and continue with step 12.
WPA-EAP-TLS
PEAP In the General Security section of the window:
LEAP a. Enter the Security Username and Password.
WPA-EAP-TTLS b. Click Next and continue with step 12.
WPA-PEAP
WPA-LEAP
WPA-PSK In the WPA section of the window:
a. Select the PSK Type.
b. Enter the PSK Name.
c. Click Next and continue with step 12.
WPA-EAP-FAST a. In the General Security section of the window, enter
the Security Username and Password.
b. In the EAP section of the window, if necessary, enter
the Optional Private Key.
c. Click Next and continue with step 12.
KERBEROS a. In the Kerberos Settings section of the window, enter
the following values:
• Kerberos User
• Kerberos Password
• Kerberos Realm
• Kerberos KDC
b. Click Next and continue with step 12.
c.KERBEROS is not supported on Internal
Wireless Plus print servers or radio cards.

12. Click Advanced Options in the Wireless Settings window. step 12

The Advanced Wireless Settings window opens.
13. Review the settings in the Advanced Wireless Settings window. Change the settings as
necessary, and then click OK.
The Wireless Settings window returns.

14. Click Next.

Based on your selections in the Wireless Setup Wizard, the program writes the appropriate ZPL
commands and displays them for your review.
If you selected… Then a dialog box similar to this displays.

Tabletop/Desktop

15. Determine if you will send the script immediately, or save it for use at a later time.
To... Then...
Complete setup by a. Verify that the printer is connected to the
sending the ZPL script to computer through the port you selected.
the printer through the Note • For serial connections, use a serial null
port selected at the modem cable.
beginning of this
procedure
b. If you have not already done so, turn ON the
printer.
c. On the Review and Send ZPL for Wireless
window, click Finish.
The printer sends the ZPL script to the printer
through the selected port. The Wireless Setup
Wizard screen closes.
d. Turn the printer OFF and then back ON.
Save the ZPL script to a Note • You can send the ZPL script file to
file for use later or for multiple printers that use the same
use with other printers configuration, or you can send the file to a
printer that had the network settings restored to
the factory defaults. This saves you from having
to go through the Wireless Setup Wizard more
than once.
a. On the ‘Review and Send ZPL for Wireless’
window, highlight the script, right-click, and select
Copy.
b. Open a text editor, such as Notepad, and paste
the script into the application.
c. Save the script.
d. In the Connectivity Wizard, click Cancel to exit
without sending the script at this time.
e. If you have not already done so, turn ON the
printer.
f. Send the ZPL file to the printer through the
connection of your choice.
16. Observe the wireless status on the printer’s indicator lights, and confirm that you have set up your
printer for wireless connectivity.

Bluetooth Option Configuration

The Zebra Setup Utilities provides a quick and easy way to configure a Bluetooth wireless
connection with your printer.
1. Double-click the Zebra Setup Utilities icon on your desktop.
2. Connect a USB cable from your printer to your computer.
3. On the first ZSU screen, highlight the printer displayed in the window and click on the Configure
Printer Connectivity where shown.
4. Select ‘Bluetooth’ on the Connectivity Type screen and click on the Next button.
5. On the Bluetooth Settings screen, check “Enabled” to enable Bluetooth functionality.
6. In the Friendly Name text field, set the Bluetooth name of the device. This name appears during
device discovery and the master device will label the printer with this name.
7. Set Discoverable to “On” or “Off” to set whether the device will appear when master devices are
looking for new devices to pair with.
8. Set Authentication to “On.” (Note: This setting does not exist in Link-OS, but you need to turn on if
you want to enter a PIN in ZSU. Actual authentication setting on the printer is set in the Security
Mode on the Advanced Settings menu.)

9. The values set in the Authentication PIN field will vary depending on the Bluetooth version of the
master device. If the master uses BT v2.0 or older, enter a numeric value in this field. You will be
prompted to enter this same value on the master device to verify pairing. Security Mode 2 or 3 in
Advanced Settings should also be selected for PIN paring.
10. If the master device uses BT v2.1 or newer, this setting has no effect. BT v2.1 and newer uses
Secure Simple Paring (SSP) which does not require the use of a PIN.
11. Clicking on the Advanced Settings button will display the Advanced Bluetooth Settings window.
For more information on Advanced Settings, refer to the Wired and Wireless Print Server
Guide.
12. Click Next to continue configuring your printer.
13. The SGD commands to properly configure your printer will be displayed. Click Next to continue to
the Send Data screen.
14. On the Send Data screen, you may click on the Printer that you want to immediately send the
commands to or you may click on the File button to save the commands to a file on your computer
that can be sent to one or more printers at a later time.
15. To send the commands to the printer, click on the Finish button and the printer will be updated
and then reboot. You may disconnect the USB interface from your printer now.
16. To complete the Bluetooth paring process, enable Bluetooth device discovery on your master
device and follow the directions provided with the master device.

Connecting to a Windows XP® SP2 Master Device

This process covers the printer installation for Windows XP SP2 (or above)
1. From the Windows ‘Start’ menu, open the ‘Printers and Faxes’ window. Click on ‘Add Printer’ and
a wizard will start. Click ‘Next’ when the “Welcome” window displays to continue.
2. Leave the ‘Local’ radio button with the ‘Automatic detect ...’ checkbox (checked) selected and
click ‘Next’.
3. No printer should be found. If there is one or more new printers detected, then do not select any
of those printers and click ‘Next’.
4. Select the ‘Create a new port’ radio button and select ‘Bluetooth Printer Port’ from the associated
pull down menu.
5. From the new ‘Bluetooth Printer Port’ window, select your printer from the Bluetooth devices in
the list. This may take several minutes. Click on the ‘Connect’ button.
6. The ‘Install Printer Software’ window will open. Select ‘ZDesigner’ as ‘Manufacture’ to select
supported Zebra printer models, and then select your printer model in the ‘Printers’ selection.
Click ‘Next’ to continue.
7. Select ‘Keep the existing drivers’ and click ‘Next’.
8. Name your printer and choose your default printer setting as desired. Click ‘Next’.
9. Answer ‘Yes’, you want to print a test page. Click ‘Next’ to continue.
10. Click ‘Finish’ on the ‘Completing the Add Printer Wizard’ window and the Bluetooth printer will
complete installation and print a Windows test print page (a Windows logo at minimum).

Connecting to a Windows Vista® SP2 or Windows 7® Master Device

The Windows Vista (SP2 or higher) and Windows 7 Bluetooth install differs from the XP install.
• Windows Vista: Open the ‘Add Printer’ wizard by clicking the ‘Start’ button, clicking
‘Control Panel’, clicking ‘Hardware and Sound’, clicking ‘Printers’, and then clicking ‘Add a
printer’.
• Windows 7: Open Devices and Printers by clicking the ‘Start’ button, and then, on the
‘Start’ menu, clicking ‘Devices and Printers’
• Some non-Microsoft Bluetooth dongles and built-in Bluetooth devices in the host PC’s
have marginal driver support for Secure Simple Paring (SSP) printing and may not
complete the ‘Add printer’ wizard normally. You may need to go to the ‘Bluetooth Devices’
in the ‘Control Panel’ or from the system tray on the Windows ‘Start’ bar and activate SPP
for the ‘device’, your Bluetooth printer you are installing. Install the printer to a local printer
(USB or Serial Port for your ZD410 printer) and then change the ‘Port’ after the install has
completed to the SPP (virtual serial port) COM port.
1. Access the ‘Devices and Printers’ from the Windows Start menu ( ).
2. Check for Bluetooth devices in the ‘Devices and Printers’ window. Note the generic Windows
Bluetooth icon below.

3. Hover over the Bluetooth icon with the mouse pointer and the icon will highlight. Right-Click on
the high-lighted Bluetooth icon. Select ‘Bluetooth Settings’ from the pop-up menu. Verify that both
of the Connections check boxes are checked. Verify that the ‘Turn off the Bluetooth adapter’ is not
checked. Click the ‘Apply’ button. Click the ‘OK’ button to close the window.
4. Click on the ‘Add a device’ in the top bar of the “Devices and Printers’ window. After a few
moments the “Add a device’ windows will populate with Bluetooth devices near you.
5. Turn the Bluetooth 4.0 (3.0 compatible) enabled Zebra printer on. After a few moments the
“Add a device’ windows will add your new printer. Click on the printer icon. Right-Click and select
‘Add device’.

6. The printer will print a pairing code. Verify that the pairing numbers match with those on your
display screen.
If the numbers match, then press the ‘Next button’ in the ‘Add a device’ window and then press
the OK/Check Mark button on the printer’s control panel.
7. When the pairing process successfully completes, the following message will be displayed.
Note • Note the COM port number displayed in the task bar pop-up. It will only remain for a few seconds.

Connecting the Printer to a Windows 8

Before adding (also called pairing) a Bluetooth enabled device, make sure it is turned on and
discoverable. As stated in the previous section under “Installing the Printer on a Windows 7 PC,”
your Windows device may need a Bluetooth adapter to connect to Bluetooth device. Check with
your device manufacturer’s User Manual for further information.
1. Swipe in from the right edge of the screen or move your mouse towards the right edge of the
screen, select Settings, and then select Change PC Settings.
.
2. Select PC and devices, and then select Bluetooth. Once Windows displays the Bluetooth-
enabled devices, select the device and click Pair.
Important • Windows will display the pairing code for only 10 seconds, so complete
this step quickly!
3. Follow the instructions on your screen to finish pairing your device.

Connecting the Printer to a Windows 10 PC

Before adding (also called pairing) a Bluetooth enabled device, make sure it is turned on and
discoverable. As stated in the previous section under “Installing the Printer on a Windows 7 PC,”
your Windows device may need a Bluetooth adapter to connect to Bluetooth device. Check with
your device manufacturer’s User Manual for further information.
1. Open the Windows Start Menu by clicking on the Windows Start ( )button and select Settings.
.
2. Click on the Devices category in the Settings window.
3. Click on Bluetooth. If your PC doesn’t have Bluetooth installed, the Bluetooth category will not be
displayed in the list of device categories. The printer is identified by the serial number.
Printer Serial Number

4. Click on the printer and then click on the ‘pairing’ button for the printer.
5. The printer will print a passcode. Compare that with the passcode show on screen. Click ‘Yes’ if
they match.
6. The printer status changes to connected when pairing has completed.

After Your Printer is Connected

Now that you have basic communication to your printer, you may want to test printer
communications and then install other printer related applications, drivers or utilities.
Testing Communications by Printing

Verifying the print system’s operation is a relatively simple process. For Windows operating
systems, use the Zebra Setup Utility or the Windows ‘Printers and Faxes’ Control Panel to
access and print a test label. For non-Windows operation systems, copy a basic ASCII text file
with a single command (~WC) to print a configuration status label.
Test Printing with Zebra Setup Utility:
1. Open the Zebra Setup Utility.
2. Click on the newly installed printer’s icon to select the printer and activate the printer configuration
buttons below it in the window.
3. Click the ‘Open Printer Tools’ button.
4. In the ‘Print’ tab window, click on the ‘Print configuration label’ line and click on the ‘Send’ button.
The printer should print a configuration report.
Test Printing with Windows ‘Printer and Faxes’ menu:
1. Click on the Windows ‘Start’ menu button, to access the ‘Printers and Faxes’ menu or ‘Control
Panel’ to access the ‘Printers and Faxes’ menu. Open the menu.
2. Select the newly installed printer’s icon to select the printer and right-click the mouse to access
the printer ‘Properties’ menu.
3. From the printer’s ‘General’ tab window, click on the ‘Print Test Page’ button. The printer should
print a Windows test print page.
Test Print with an Ethernet printer connected to a network

Test Print on an Ethernet printer connected to a network (LAN or WLAN) with a (MS-DOS)
‘Command Prompt’ (or ‘Run’ from the Windows XP Start menu):
1. Create a text file with the following ASCII three characters: ~WC
2. Save the file as: TEST.ZPL (an arbitrary file name and extension name).
3. Read the IP address off the printer’s Configuration Report’s Network Status printout. On a system
that is connected to the same LAN or WAN as the printer, type the following in the Web browser
window’s address bar and enter:
ftp (IP address)
(for IP address 123.45.67.01 it would be: ftp 123.45.67.01)
4. Type the word ‘put’ followed by the file name and enter. For this ‘test print’ file, it would be:
put TEST.ZPL
The printer should print a new Print Configuration Report.

Test Print with a Copied ZPL Command File for Non-Windows Operating Systems:
1. Create a text file with the following ASCII three characters: ~WC
2. Save the file as: TEST.ZPL (an arbitrary file name and extension name).
3. Copy the file to the printer. For DOS, a file sent to a printer connected to the system’s serial port
would be as simple as:
COPY TEST.ZPL COM1
Other interface connection types and operating systems will have different command strings. See
your operating system documentation for detailed instructions to copy to the appropriate printer
interface for this test.

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Print Operations
This section provides media and print handling, font and language support, and the setup of less
common printer configurations.
Thermal Printing
Caution • The printhead becomes hot while printing. To protect from damaging the
printhead and risk of personal injury, avoid touching the printhead. Only use the cleaning
pen to perform printhead maintenance.
with the printhead or the electronic components under the top cover.
Determining Your Printer’s Configuration Settings

The ZD410 printer uses the configuration report to provide the printer settings. Operational status
(darkness, speed, media type, etc.), installed printer options (network, interface settings, cutter,
etc.) and printer description information (serial number, model name, firmware version, etc.) are
all included on the configuration report.
See Test Printing with the Configuration Report on page 38 to print this label.
See Managing the ZPL Printer Configuration on page 134 to help interpret the configuration
report and the associated programming command and command states it is identifying in the
report.

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Replacing Supplies
Replacing Supplies
If media (labels, receipt, tags, tickets, etc.) run out while printing, leave the printer power on while
reloading (data loss results if you turn off the printer). After you load a new label, press the Feed
button to restart.
Adjusting the Print Quality

Print quality is affected by the heat (density) setting of the printhead, the print speed, and the
media in use. Experiment with these settings to find the optimal mix for your application. Print
quality can be configured with the Zebra Setup Utility’s ‘Configure Print Quality’ routine.
Note • Media manufacturers may have specific recommendations for speed settings for
your printer and the media. Some media types have lower maximum speeds than your
printer’s maximum speed.
The darkness (or density) setting can be controlled by:

• The Set Darkness (~SD) ZPL command (consult your ZPL Programming Guide).
• See the Manual Print Darkness Adjustment on page 106
• See the Operator Darkness Control on page 91
If you find that the print speed needs to be adjusted, use:
• The Windows printer driver or application software such as ZebraDesigner ™ .
• The Print Rate (^PR) command (consult your ZPL Programming Guide).
Use the printer’s ‘Print Quality Report’ (also known as the FEED Self Test) to print a range of
labels that help you identify print DARKNESS and SPEED settings for optimizing general print
and barcode quality. See the Print Quality Report (FEED self test) on page 96 for details.
The printer’s media settings can be verified by printing a Printer Configuration label. See the Test
Printing with the Configuration Report on page 38 for more details.
The maximum distance that the automatic media type detection and sensing will check can be
reduced by using the ZPL Maximum Label Length command (^ML). It is recommended that this
distance be set to no less than two times the longest label being printed. If the largest label being
printed was a 2 by 6 inch label, then the maximum label (media) length detection distance can be
reduced from the default distance of 39 inches down to 12 inches.
Adjusting the Print Width

Print width must be set:
• Before you use the printer for the first time.
• Any time you change the width of the media in use.
Print width may be set by:
• The Windows printer driver or application software such as ZebraDesigner ™ .
• Controlling printer operations with ZPL programming; refer to the Print Width (^PW) command
(consult your ZPL Programming Guide).

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Printing on Fan-Fold Media

Printing on fan-fold media requires you to adjust the media guides stop position.
1. Open the top cover.
Fan-Fold
Media Path
2. Adjust the media guide stop position with the gold thumb wheel. Use a piece of the fan-fold
media to set the stop position. Rotate the wheel away from you to make the guides wider.
Rotate the wheel toward you to make the media guides narrower.

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3. Insert the media through the slot at the rear of the printer and place the media between the
media guide and roll holders.
4. Close the top cover.
After printing or feeding several labels: If the media does not track down the center (moves
from side to side) or the sides of the media (liner, tag, paper, etc.) are frayed or damaged when
exiting the printer, then the media guides may need further adjustment. If this does not correct
the problem, then the media can be routed over the two roll holding pins on the media guide. An
empty roll core of the same width as the stack of the fan-fold media can be placed between the
roll holders to provide additional support for thin media.

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Printing with Externally Mounted Roll Media
Printing with Externally Mounted Roll Media

The printer accommodates externally mounted roll media similar to the printer’s support of fan-
fold media. The printer requires the media roll and stand combination to have a low initial inertia
to pull the media off the roll.
Zebra at this time does not offer an external roll media option for the ZD410 printer.
Externally Mounted Roll Media Considerations:

• The media ideally should enter the printer directly behind the printer through the fan-fold
media slot in the rear of the printer. See Printing on Fan-Fold Media on page 69 for media
loading.
• Lower the print speed to decrease the chance of motor stalls. The roll typically has the
highest inertia when trying to start the roll moving. Larger media roll diameters require the
printer to have more torque applied to get the roll moving.
• The media should move smoothly and freely. The media should not slip, skip, jerk, bind and
then move, etc. when mounted on your media stand.
• The printer should not touch the media roll.
• The printer should not slip or lift up off the operating surface.

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Using the Label Dispenser Option

The label dispenser option allows you to print a label and have the backing material (liner/web)
automatically removed. When printing multiple labels, removing the dispensed (peeled) label triggers
the printer to print and dispense the next label.
To use dispenser-mode, set ‘Media Handling’ to ‘Peel-Off’ in the printer driver or with the Zebra Setup
Utility using the ‘Configure Printer Settings’ wizard. Otherwise, you must send the ZPL programming
commands to the printer.
When programming in ZPL, you can use the command sequences shown below to configure the
printer to use the dispenser option:
^XA ^MMP ^XZ
^XA ^JUS ^XZ
1. Load your labels into the printer. Close the printer and press the Feed button until a minimum of
100 millimeters or 4 inches of exposed labels exit the printer. You can leave the labels on the
liner.

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2. Lift the liner over the top of the printer. Pull the gold latch in the center of dispenser door away
from the printer and the door will open.

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3. Insert the label liner between the dispenser door and the printer body.
4. Close the dispenser door while pulling the end of the label liner tight.

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5. Press and release the Feed (Advance) button one or more times until a label gets presented for
removal. Repeat one more time and then tear the exposed liner exiting from the bottom of the
label dispenser.
6. During the print job, the printer will peel off the backing and present a single label. Take the label
from the printer to allow the printer to print the next label. Note: If you did not activate the label
taken sensor to detect the removal of the dispensed (peeled) label with software commands, the
printer will stack and eject peeled labels.

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Sending Files to the Printer
Sending Files to the Printer

Graphics, fonts and programming files can be sent to the printer from the Microsoft Windows
operating systems by using the Link-OS Profile Manager, Zebra Setup Utilities (and driver),
ZebraNet ™ Bridge or Zebra® ZDownloader found on the user's CD or at www.zebra.com.
Printer Fonts
The ZD410 printer supports your language and font requirements with a variety of internal fonts,
on-board font scaling, international font sets and character code page support, Unicode support,
and font download.
The printer’s font capabilities are programming language dependent. The ZPL ™ programming
language provides advanced font mapping and scaling technology to support outline fonts
(TrueType ™ or OpenType ™ ) and Unicode character mapping as well as basic bitmapped fonts
and character code pages. The ZPL programming guide describes and documents the fonts,
code pages, character access, listing fonts, and limitations for their respective printer
programming languages. See the printer programming guides for information on Text, Fonts and
Character support.
The printer includes utilities and application software that support font download into the printer
for both printer programming languages.
Identifying Fonts in Your Printer

Fonts and memory are shared by the programming languages in the printer. Fonts can be loaded
into various storage locations in the printer. ZPL programming can recognize EPL and ZPL fonts.
EPL programming can only recognize EPL fonts. See the respective programmer guides for
more information on fonts and printer memory.
ZPL Fonts:
• To manage and download fonts for ZPL print operation, use the Zebra Setup utility or
ZebraNet ™ Bridge.
• To display all of the fonts loaded in your printer, send the printer the ZPL command ^WD. See
the ZPL Programmers Guide for details.
• Bitmap fonts in the various printer memory areas are identified by the .FNT file extension in
ZPL.
• Scalable fonts are identified with the .TTF, .TTE or .OTF file extensions in ZPL. EPL does not
support these fonts.
Localizing the Printer with Code Pages

The ZD410 printer supports two sets of language, region and character sets for permanent fonts
loaded into the printer for each printer programming language, ZPL and EPL. The printer
supports localization with common international character map code pages.
• For ZPL code page support, including Unicode, see the ^CI command in the ZPL
programmer’s guide.

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Printer Fonts
Asian fonts and Other Large Font Sets

Asian language ideographic and pictographic fonts have large character sets with thousands of
characters that support single language code page. In order to support the large Asian character
sets, the industry adopted a double-byte (67840 maximum) character system instead of the
single-byte characters (256 maximum) used by Latin based language characters to address
large font sets. In order to address multiple languages with a single font set, Unicode was
invented. A Unicode font supports one or more code points (relate these to code page character
maps) and is accessed in a standard method that resolves character mapping conflicts. The ZPL
programming language supports Unicode. Both of the printer’s programming languages support
the large pictographic double-byte character Asian font sets.
The number of fonts that can be downloaded is dependent upon the amount of available flash
memory not already in use and the size of the font to be downloaded.
Some Unicode fonts are large such as MS (Microsoft) Arial Unicode font (23 MB) available from
Microsoft or the Andale font (22 MB) offered by Zebra. These large font sets typically support a
large number of languages as well.
Getting Asian Fonts

Asian bitmap font sets are downloaded into the printer by the user or integrator. The ZPL fonts
are purchased separately from the printer. EPL Asian Fonts are available for free to download
from the Zebra Web site.
• Simplified and Traditional Chinese
(The SimSun font is pre-loaded in printers sold in the Peoples Republic of China)
• Japanese — JIS and Shift-JIS mappings
• Korean including Johab
• Thai

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EPL Line Mode
EPL Line Mode

Line Mode is supported in 203 dpi printer models only. The 300 dpi printer models do not support
Line Mode.
Important • The printer will not automatically recognize a firmware update file when the
printer is in Line Mode. The printer will print it as a very large text file.
Exit Line Mode to update your printers firmware.
EPL Line Mode printing is designed to be command compatible with EPL1 programming
language used in early model LP2022 and LP2042 printers. The Zebra 2800 series direct
thermal printers also included Line Mode printer language support. The ZD410 continues Zebra’s
support of Line Mode.
Line mode printing is ideal for basic retail (point of sale - POS), shipping, inventory, work flow
control, and general labeling. EPL printers with Line Mode are versatile and are capable of
printing a wide range media and barcodes. Line Mode only prints single lines which are the
height of the largest element present in the line of text and data - barcode, text, a graphic or
simple vertical lines. Line mode has many limitations due to the single line of print: no fine
element placement, no overlapping elements, and no horizontal (ladder) barcodes.
• Line Mode printer operation is entered by sending the printer the EPL OEPL1 command.
• See the EPL Programmers Guide (Page Mode) or the EPL Line Mode Programmers
Guide.
• Line Mode printer operation is exited by sending the printer the escOEPL2 Line Mode
command. See the EPL Line Mode Programmers Guide.
• With Line Mode active, ZPL and EPL (EPL2) Page Mode programming will be processed
as Line Mode programming and data.
• With the default ZPL and EPL (EPL2) Page Mode active, Line Mode programming will be
processed as ZPL and/or EPL programming and data.
• Verify printer programming modes by printing out a printer configuration.
• ZPL Set Get Do (SGD) command strings should be terminated with a Line Feed
character (ASCII 10 dec). The printer in Line Mode will process a Carriage Return
character inserting a text line (advances to the next line’s position in the printout).

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Zebra® ZKDU — Printer Accessory
Zebra® ZKDU — Printer Accessory

The Zebra® ZKDU (keyboard display unit) is a small terminal unit that interfaces with the printer
for accessing EPL or ZPL label forms stored in the printer.
The ZKDU is strictly a terminal and does not have the capability to store data or set up
parameters.
The ZKDU is used for the following functions:
• List label forms stored in printer
• Retrieve label forms stored in printer
• Input variable data
• Printing labels
• Switching between EPL and ZPL to dual support both printer language format/form types
that can be stored and printed in many later model Zebra label printers.
ZBI 2.0 ™ — Zebra Basic Interpreter

Customize and enhance your printer using the ZBI 2.0 ™ programming language. ZBI 2.0 allows
Zebra printers to run applications and take input from scales, scanners and other peripherals
without a PC or network connection. ZBI 2.0 works with the ZPL printer command language so
that printers can understand non-ZPL data streams and convert them into labels. That means the
Zebra printer can create barcodes and text from input received, non-ZPL label formats, sensors,
keyboards and peripherals. Printers can also be programmed to interact with PC based database
applications to retrieve information to be used on printed labels.
ZBI 2.0 can be activated by ordering a ZBI 2.0 Key Kit, or activated by purchasing a key from the
ZBI 2.0 store at www.zebra.com/software.
Use the ZDownloader utility to apply the key. Zdownloader is available on the users CD or at the
Zebra Web site: www.zebra.com.
An intuitive ZBI-Developer ™ programming utility is used to create, test and distribute ZBI 2.0
applications is available on the users CD or at the Zebra Web site: www.zebra.com.

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Troubleshooting
This section provides troubleshooting procedures and information.

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Meaning of the Indicator Light Patterns

The indicators on the control panel show the current status of the printer.
Table 1 • Status of Printer As Shown by Indicator Lighting Patterns
Typical Operating Conditions

Steady Flashing Fade
The printer is ready.
The printer is paused.
The media supply is out. The printer needs attention

and cannot continue without user intervention.
A data communication operation has not finished, but
is not actively being transferred.
Data communications are in process.
Special Error Conditions

There is a jam in the cutter.
The printhead is open. The printer needs attention

and cannot continue without user intervention.
The printhead is over temperature.
Caution • The printhead may be hot and could
cause severe burns. Allow the printhead to cool.
The printhead is over temperature. Turn the printer

OFF. After several minutes to allow the printer to
completely cool, turn the printer ON.
Caution • The printhead may be hot and could
cause severe burns.
The printhead is under temperature.
The printhead was replaced with one that is not a

genuine Zebra printhead. Install a genuine Zebra
printhead to continue.
The printer is unable to read the printhead type (dpi).
The printhead has been replaced incorrectly or with a
non-Zebra printhead. Call a service technician.
Out of memory while storing content (formats,

graphics, fonts, etc.).

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Table 1 • Status of Printer As Shown by Indicator Lighting Patterns
Typical Operating Conditions

Steady Flashing Fade
Printers with a Bluetooth Low Energy option

Bluetooth Low Energy has paired.
Bluetooth Low Energy has failed to pair.
Printers with an Ethernet (LAN) option

NETWORK light off
No Ethernet link is available.
A 100 Base link was found.
A 10 Base link was found.
An error condition exists. The printer is not connected

to your network.
Printers with a Wi-Fi (WLAN) option
The light flashes red while the printer associates with
the network.
The light then flashes yellow while the printer is

authenticating with the network.
The printer is connected to your network and the WiFi

signal is strong.
The printer is connected to your network and the WiFi
signal is weak.
An error condition exists. The printer is not connected

to your network.

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Printing Issues
Printing Issues
This section helps you identify issues with printing or print quality, the possible causes, and the
recommended solutions.
Table 2 • Printing Issues
Issue Possible Cause Recommended Solution

General print The printhead is dirty. Clean the printhead. See Cleaning the
quality issues - The Printhead on page 110 and Platen Cleaning
printed image does and Replacement on page 114
not look right. The printer is set at an Perform the Print Quality Report (FEED self
incorrect darkness level test) on page 96 to determine the ideal
and/or print speed. darkness and speed settings for your
application.
Do not set print speeds above the
manufacturer’s maximum rated speed for
your media.
You may be using the wrong Verify you are using the power supply that
power supply. came with this printer.
The printhead has worn out. Replace the printhead. The printhead is a
consumable item and which will wear over
time due to friction between the media and
printhead. Using unapproved media may
shorten printhead life or damage your
printhead.
The platen (drive) roller may Clean or replace the platen (drive) roller.
need cleaning or
replacement.
No print on the The media may not be direct See the test procedure Determining Thermal
label. thermal media (and is Media Types on page 130.
thermal media made for
thermal transfer printers).
Media has been loaded The media printable surface must face up
incorrectly. towards the printhead. Follow the
instructions for Loading Roll Media
on page 30 in the Setup section.
Loss of printing The platen (drive) roller is Clean the printhead and platen roller.
registration on dirty. Cleaning the Printhead on page 110 and
labels. Excessive Platen Cleaning and Replacement
vertical drift in top- on page 114
of-form The media type is set Set the printer for the correct media type
registration. incorrectly. (gap/notch, continuous, or mark). See Run a
SmartCal Media Calibration on page 37. or if
it still skips labels try a Manual Media
Calibration on page 104.
The media is loaded Load media correctly. See Loading Roll
incorrectly. Media on page 30.

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Printing Issues
Table 2 • Printing Issues (Continued)

Long tracks of Printhead element Call a service technician.
missing print on damaged.
several labels
Printing too light or The media or ribbon is not Replace supplies with those recommended
too dark over the designed for high-speed for high-speed operation.
entire label operation.
Smudge marks on The media is not designed Replace supplies with those recommended
labels for high-speed operation. for high-speed operation.
Mis-registration/ The printer is not calibrated. Calibrate the printer. See Run a SmartCal
skips labels Media Calibration on page 37. or if it still
skips labels try a Manual Media Calibration
on page 104.
Improper label format. Check your label format and correct it as
necessary.
Vertical drift in The printer is out of Calibrate the printer. See Run a SmartCal
top-of-form calibration. Media Calibration on page 37.
position The platen (drive) roller is Clean the printhead and platen roller. See
dirty. Cleaning the Printhead on page 110 and
Platen Cleaning and Replacement
on page 114
Vertical image or The printer is using Set the printer for the correct media type
label drift non-continuous labels but is (gap/notch, continuous, or mark) and
configured in continuous calibrate the printer (Run a SmartCal Media
mode. Calibration on page 37), if necessary (see
Manual Media Calibration on page 104).
The media sensor is Calibrate the media in the printer. See
calibrated improperly. Manual Media Calibration on page 104.
The platen (drive) roller is Clean the printhead and platen roller. See
dirty. Cleaning the Printhead on page 110 and
on page 114.
The media is loaded Ensure that the media is loaded correctly.
incorrectly. See Loading Roll Media on page 30 and
on page 38.
Incompatible media. You must use media that meets the printer
specifications. Ensure that the inter-label
gaps or notches are 2 to 4 mm and
consistently placed.

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Printing Issues
Table 2 • Printing Issues (Continued)

The barcode The barcode is not within Perform the Printer Network Configuration
printed on a label specifications because the Report on page 94. Adjust the darkness or
does not scan. print is too light or too dark. print speed settings as necessary.
There is not enough blank Leave at least 1/8 in. (3.2 mm) of blank
space around the barcode. space around the barcode (referred to as
the quiet zone) and other printed areas on
the label and between the barcode and the
edge of the label. This requirement varies by
barcode type.
There is a void or missing 1. Preform Cleaning the Printhead
print in a barcode, text, or on page 110 to remove contaminants on the
graphic in a printed form. printhead. Reprint and test the barcode.
Voids can look like a white 2. Use the Printer Network Configuration
bar area in a barcode. Report on page 94 to see if the printhead
has damaged printhead elements. Verify
that the large black bar on the bottom of the
printed test label does not have any streaks
or voids after throughly cleaning the
printhead. Call a service technician.

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Communications Problems
Communications Problems
Table 3 identifies problems with communications, the possible causes, and the recommended
solutions.
Table 3 • Communications Problems
Problem Possible Cause Recommended Solution

A label format was sent The communication Check the printer driver or software
to the printer but was parameters are incorrect. communications settings (if applicable).
not recognized. The Check the printer’s handshake protocol
DATA light does not and serial port settings. The setting used
flash. must match the one being used by the host
computer. See Serial Interface on page 42
for the printer’s default serial port settings.
The serial cable you are trying to use may
not be a standard DTE or DCE type cable.
See Serial Port Interface - Auto-detecting
DTE and DCE on page 124
A label format was sent The serial communication Ensure that the flow control settings match
to the printer. Several settings are incorrect. the host system.
labels print, then the Check the communication cable length.
printer skips,
misplaces, misses, or Check the printer driver or software
distorts the image on communications settings (if applicable).
the label.
A label format was sent The prefix and delimiter Verify the ZPL programmings prefix
to the printer but was characters set in the (COMMAND CHAR) and delimiter
not recognized. The printer do not match the (DELIM./CHAR) characters. Configuration
DATA light flashes but ones in the label format. Setting to Command Cross-reference
no printing occurs. on page 135
Incorrect data is being Check the communication settings on the
sent to the printer. computer. Ensure that they match the
printer settings.
If the problem continues, check the label
format.

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Miscellaneous Issues
Miscellaneous Issues
Table 4 identifies miscellaneous issues with the printer, the possible causes, and the
recommended solutions.
Table 4 • Miscellaneous Printer Problems
Problem Possible Cause Recommended Solution

Changes you made Some parameters are set 1. Check the parameters and change or
to parameter incorrectly. reset if necessary.
settings did not 2. Cycle the printer OFF and then back ON.
take effect or stay
set. The ZPL ^JU command was Refer to the ZPL Programming Guide or call
not used to save your a service technician.
configuration.
A firmware command turned
off the ability to change the
parameter.
A firmware command
changed the parameter back
to the previous setting.
If the problem persists, there Call a service technician.
may be a problem with the
main logic board.
Non-continuous The printer was not Set the printer for the correct media type
labels are being calibrated for the media (gap/notch, continuous, or mark) and
treated as being used. calibrate the printer (Run a SmartCal Media
continuous labels. The printer is configured for Calibration on page 37), if necessary (see
continuous media. Manual Media Calibration on page 104).
All indicator lights Internal electronic or Call a service technician.

are on and the firmware failure.
printer locks up.
- or-
The printer locks
up while running
the Power-On Self
Test.

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Updating Printer Firmware
Updating Printer Firmware

The printer’s firmware may need to be updated periodically to get new features, improvements,
and printer upgrades for media handling and communications.
Use Zebra Setup Utilities (ZSU) to load new firmware.
1. Open ZSU.’ tab
2. Select your ZD410 printer.
3. Click on the ‘Open Printer Tools’ button and a ‘Tools’ window will open.
4. Click on the ‘Action’ tab.
5. Load the printer with media. See Loading Roll Media on page 30.
6. Click on the text line - ‘Send file’. The lower half of the window will present a filename and
path with a Browse (...) button to select the latest firmware file you have downloaded from the
Zebra Web site.
7. Observe the control panel and wait.

If the firmware version on the USB Flash drive is different than the version installed on the
printer, the firmware will download to the printer. The data indicator will flash green while the
firmware is downloading. The printer will restart with all indicators flashing. When the
complete, the STATUS indicator will display solid Green as the firmware is validated and
installed. A printer Configuration Report is automatically printed and the firmware update has
been completed.

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USB Host
USB Host
The USB host port allows you to connect a USB Flash drive to the printer to perform firmware
updates.
Figure 1 • USB Host Port Location
USB Host Port
Important • The USB Flash drive must be formatted with the FAT file system.
Filenames may be 1 to 16 alphanumeric characters (A, a, B, b, C, c, ..., 0, 1, 2, 3, ...)
only.
Do not use Asian characters, Cyrillic characters, or accented characters in file names.

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USB Host
Flash Drive Preparation and Firmware Update

1. On your USB Flash Drive, create the following:
• a folder called Zebra

• in that folder, create three sub-directories:
• appl
• commands
• files
2. In the /appl folder, place a copy of the latest firmware for your printer.
3. Load the printer with media. See Loading Roll Media on page 30.
4. Insert the USB Flash drive into the USB host port on your printer.
5. Observe the control panel and wait.

If the firmware version on the USB Flash drive is different than the version installed on the
printer, the firmware will download to the printer. The data indicator will flash green while the
firmware is downloading. The printer will restart with all indicators flashing. When the
complete, the STATUS indicator will display solid Green as the firmware is validated and
installed. A printer Configuration Report is automatically printed and the firmware update has
been completed.
6. Remove the USB Flash drive from the printer.

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Operator Darkness Control
Operator Darkness Control

The Operator Darkness Control switch allows the operator to modify the darkness setting for
minor variations in media and printers avoiding the need to change the program or driver settings
sent to the printer.
Darkness Control
The control switch has three (3) settings:

• Left: no effect (Low - Default)
• Middle: increases darkness 3 levels (Medium)
• Right: increases darkness 6 levels (High).
The Low (default) setting makes no change to the actual Darkness setting as set by
programming or driver setting. The Medium setting increases the Darkness level by 3, i.e. if the
printer is set to the default darkness level of 20, then the actual darkness applied while printing
will be 23. The High setting will add six (6) darkness levels to the set darkness level.
Important • Setting the Darkness too high or too low may reduce barcode readability.

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Printer Diagnostics
Printer Diagnostics
Diagnostic reports, calibration procedures, restoring factory defaults and other diagnostics
provide specific information about the condition of the printer.
Important • Use full-width media when performing self tests. If your media is not wide
enough, the test labels may print on the platen (drive) roller. To prevent this from
happening, check the print width, and ensure that the width is correct for the media that
you are using.
Each self test is enabled by pressing a specific control panel key or combination of buttons while
turning ON the printer power. Keep the button(s) pressed until the first indicator light turns off.
The selected self test automatically starts at the end of the Power-On Self Test.
Note •
• When performing these self tests, do not send data to the printer from the host.
• If your media is shorter than the label to be printed, the test label continues on the
next label.
• When canceling a self test prior to its actual completion, always reset the printer
by turning it OFF and then ON.
• If the printer is in dispense mode and the liner is being taken up by the applicator,
the operator must manually remove the labels as they become available.
Power-On Self Test

A Power-On Self Test (POST) is performed each time the printer power is turned ON. During this
test, the control panel indicators turn on and off to ensure proper operation. At the end of this self
test, only the STATUS indicator remains lit.
SmartCal Media Calibration

SmartCal is used to quickly calibrate the printer to the media currently loaded. During SmartCal,
the printer will automatically determine the media sensing type (gap, black line or notch) and then
measure the length of the media.
To activate Smart Calibration, complete these steps:
1. Make sure media is properly loaded, the printer cover is closed, and printer power is ON.
2. Press and hold PAUSE + CANCEL buttons for two seconds.
3. The printer will feed and measure several labels. When done, the printer will return to
READY status.
If the printer should fail to recognize and correctly calibrate to the media, please refer to the
Manual Media Calibration procedure later in this section.

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Printer Diagnostics
Configuration Report (CANCEL Self Test)

The Configuration Report diagnostic prints a set of printer and network configuration reports.
To print the configuration report, complete these steps:
1. Make sure media is properly loaded, the printer cover is closed, and printer power is ON.
2. If printer power is OFF, press and hold CANCEL button while setting the printer power to
ON. Hold CANCEL button down until the STATUS indicator is the only indicator lit.
- or -
If printer power is ON, press FEED + CANCEL for two seconds.
3. The Printer and Network Configuration Reports (below) will be printed and the printer will
return to READY status.
Sample Printer Configuration Sample Network Configuration
Bluetooth LE only

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Printer Diagnostics
Printer Network Configuration Report

ZD410 printers with the Ethernet (LAN and WLAN) Print Server option print an additional printer
configuration report section for information needed to establish and trouble shoot Ethernet (LAN and
WLAN) network printing. The following printout is printed with the ZPL ~WL command.
The regular printout of the configuration status label has some of the printer’s network settings such
as IP Address, on the lower half of the printout.
The printer’s IP address is needed to identify and configure the printer for operations on your network.
See the Internal Wired and Wireless Print Server manual for more information.

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Printer Diagnostics
Printer Bluetooth Configuration Report

ZD410 printers always print an additional printer configuration report for information needed to
establish and trouble shoot Bluetooth printing. All ZD410 printers have Bluetooth LE and as a factory
option Bluetooth Classic. The following printout is printed with the ZPL ~WL command.
iOS Support
Setting
The printer’s IP address is needed to identify and configure the printer for operations on your network.
See the Bluetooth Wireless Guide for more information.
iOS Bluetooth Support

• iOS devices have Bluetooth Classic 4.X (with 3.0 compatibility) when the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Classic
wireless connectivity option is installed in your printer and is noted as ‘supported’ on the bottom of the
Bluetooth Configuration report.
• All ZD400 series printers supports Bluetooth Low Energy. The iOS setting is noted on the bottom of the
Bluetooth Configuration report as ‘not supported’ when the wireless connectivity option is not installed.

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Printer Diagnostics
Print Quality Report (FEED self test)

Different types of media may require different darkness settings. This section contains a simple
but effective method for determining the ideal darkness for printing barcodes that are within
specifications.
During the Print Quality Report (FEED self test), a series of labels are printed at different
darkness settings at two different print speeds. The relative darkness and the print speed are
printed on each label. The barcodes on these labels may be ANSI-graded to check print quality.
During this test, one set of labels is printed at low speed, and another set is printed at the high
speed. The darkness value starts at three settings lower than the printer’s current darkness value
(relative darkness of –3) and increase until the darkness is three settings higher than the current
darkness value (relative darkness of +3).
The speed at which labels are printed during this print quality test depends on the dot density of
the printhead.
• 300 dpi printers: prints 7 labels at 51mm/sec (2 ips) and 102 mm/sec (4 ips) print speeds.
• 203 dpi printers: prints 7 labels at 51mm/sec (2 ips) and 152 mm/sec (6 ips) print speeds.
To perform a Print Quality Report, complete these steps:
1. Print a configuration report to show the printer’s current settings. Press and hold the FEED
and CANCEL buttons for two (2) seconds to print the report.
2. Turn OFF the printer.
3. Press and hold FEED while setting the printer power to ON. Hold FEED until the Status
indicator is the only indicator lit.
The printer prints a series of labels (Figure 2) at various speeds and darkness settings higher
and lower than the darkness value shown on the configuration label.
Figure 2 • Print Quality Report

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Printer Diagnostics
4. See Figure 3 and Table 5. Inspect the test labels and determine which one has the best print
quality for your application. If you have a barcode verifier, use it to measure bars/spaces and
calculate the print contrast. If you do not have a barcode verifier, use your eyes or the system
scanner to choose the optimal darkness setting based on the labels printed in this self test.
Figure 3 • Barcode Darkness Comparison

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Printer Diagnostics
Table 5 • Judging Barcode Quality
Print Quality Description

Too dark Labels that are too dark are fairly obvious. They may be
readable but not “in-spec.”
• The normal barcode bars increase in size.
• The openings in small alphanumeric characters may
appear filled in.
• Rotated barcode have bars and spaces run
together.
Slightly dark Slightly dark labels are not as obvious.
• The normal barcode will be “in-spec.”
• Small character alpha numerics will be bold and
could be slightly filled in.
• The rotated barcode spaces are small when
compared to the “in-spec” code, possibly making the
code unreadable.
“In-spec” The “in-spec” barcode can only be confirmed by a
verifier, but it should exhibit the following visible
characteristics.
• The normal barcode will have complete, even bars
and clear, distinct spaces.
• The rotated barcode will have complete, even bars
and clear, distinct spaces. Although it may not look
as good as a slightly dark barcode, the barcode will
be “in-spec.”
• In both normal and rotated styles, small
alphanumeric characters look complete.
Slightly light Slightly light labels are, in some cases, preferred to
slightly dark ones for “in-spec” barcodes.
• Both normal and rotated barcodes will be in spec,
but small alphanumeric characters may not be
complete.
Too light Labels that are too light are obvious.
• Both normal and rotated barcodes have incomplete
bars and spaces.
• Small alphanumeric characters are unreadable.
5. Note the relative darkness value and the print speed printed on the best test label.
6. Add or subtract the relative darkness value from the darkness value specified on the
configuration label. The resulting numeric value is the best darkness value for that specific
label/ribbon combination and print speed.
7. If necessary, change the current darkness value to the darkness value on the best test label.
8. If necessary, change the current print speed to the speed value on the best test label.

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Printer Diagnostics
Reset Printer Factory Defaults (PAUSE + FEED Self Test)

This resets the printer configuration to the factory default values for the non-network printer
settings. Perform a sensor calibration after this procedure. (See Manual Media Calibration
on page 104.)
To perform a Reset Printer Factory Defaults procedure, complete these steps:
2. Press and hold PAUSE + FEED while turning ON the printer.
3. Hold PAUSE + FEED until the Status indicator is the only indicator lit.
The printer configuration is reset to the factory default values. No labels print at the end of
this action.
Note • The printer has a reset button under the printer, See Reset Button on page 100
Reset Network Factory Defaults (PAUSE + CANCEL Self Test)

This procedure resets the network configuration settings only to the factory default values.
To perform a Reset Network Factory Defaults procedure, complete these steps:
2. Press and hold PAUSE + CANCEL while turning ON the printer.
3. Hold PAUSE + CANCEL until the Status indicator is the only indicator lit.
The printer’s network configuration is reset to the factory default values. No labels print at the
end of this action.

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Printer Diagnostics
Reset Button
In addition to the power on configurations described previously, the ZD410 has a dedicated reset
button located on the bottom of the printer which can be pressed with a paperclip or similar small
object.
Pressing the button has the following results based on the length of the button press:
0-1 second No action

1-5 seconds Printer reset – Printer performs a factory reset and will automatically
print a configuration label (and network label if present)
6-10 seconds Network reset – Printer drops connection to the network, and a
network factory default reset occurs. Upon completion of the reset, a
configuration and network configuration label are automatically printed.
More than 10 seconds Exits the factory defaults function without resetting the printer or
making changes

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Printer Diagnostics
Communication Diagnostics Test

The communication diagnostics test is a troubleshooting tool for checking the connection
between the printer and the host computer. When the printer is in diagnostics mode, it prints all
data received from the host computer as straight ASCII characters with the hex values below the
ASCII text. The printer prints all characters received, including control codes such as CR
(carriage return). Figure 4 shows a typical test label from this test.
Note • The test label prints upside-down.
Figure 4 • Communications Diagnostics Test Label
To use communications diagnostics mode, complete these steps:
1. Ensure media is loaded and printer power is ON.
2. Set the print width equal to or less than the label width being used for the test.
3. Press and hold Pause + Feed for two seconds. When active, the STATUS indicator will
alternate between green and yellow.
The printer enters diagnostics mode and prints any data received from the host computer on
a test label
4. Check the test label for error codes. For any errors, check that your communication
parameters are correct.
Errors show on the test label as follows:

• FE indicates a framing error.
• OE indicates an overrun error.
• PE indicates a parity error.
• NE indicates noise.
5. Press and hold Pause + Feed for two seconds or turn the printer power off (O) and then back
ON to exit this self test and return to normal operation.

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Printer Diagnostics
Sensor Profile
Use the sensor profile image (which will extend across several labels or tags) to troubleshoot the
following situations:
• The printer experiences difficulty in determining gaps (web) between labels.
• The printer incorrectly identifies preprinted areas on a label as gaps (web).
• The printer cannot detect ribbon.
With the printer in the Ready state, print a sensor profile in one of these ways:
Using the buttons on the a. Turn OFF the printer.

control panel b. Press and hold FEED + CANCEL while turning ON the printer.
c. Hold FEED + CANCEL until the Status indicator is the only
indicator lit.
Using ZPL a. Send the ~JG command to the printer. See the Zebra
Programming Guide for more information about this command.
Compare your results to the examples shown earlier in this section. If the sensitivity of the
sensors must be adjusted, calibrate the printer (see Manual Media Calibration on page 104).

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Printer Diagnostics
Media Sensor Profile (Figures 5 and 6) The line labeled MEDIA (1) on the sensor profile
indicates the media sensor readings. The media sensor threshold settings is indicated by
WEB (2). The media out threshold is indicated by OUT (3).The upward spikes (4) indicate gaps
between labels (the web), the lines between the spikes (5) indicate where labels are located, and
the numbered line at the top (6) provides measurement in dots from the start of the printout.
If you compare the sensor profile printout to a length of your media, the spikes should be the
same distance apart as the gaps on the media. If the distances are not the same, the printer may
be having difficulty determining where the gaps are located.
Figure 5 • Sensor Profile (Gap Media)
4 4 3
2
5 5 5 1
Figure 6 • Sensor Profile (Black Mark Tag Media)
5 5 1
2
4 4
3

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Advanced Mode
Advanced Mode
Advanced Mode is used to access several manual adjustment modes in the printer. Each manual
adjustment mode is described in detail in the following sections.
To activate Advanced Mode, complete these steps:
1. Ensure media is loaded and printer power is ON.
2. Press PAUSE for two seconds, all indicators will flash yellow.
3. The STATUS indicator will show solid yellow, indicating the currently selected mode is:
Manual Media Calibration.
4. Pressing FEED will sequentially cycle through all available modes.
5. Pressing PAUSE will activate the selected mode.
6. Pressing CANCEL will exit Advanced Mode.
Manual Media Calibration

While in Advanced Mode, pressing CANCEL while the STATUS indicator is illuminated yellow
will start Manual Media Calibration.
1. The MEDIA indicator will flash yellow then the PAUSE indicator will flash. Open the printer
and verify the media sensor is in the center position for label gap (transmissive) sensing.
Remove 3 inches or 80mm of labels from the liner. Place the liner where the labels (where
removed) over the platen (drive) roller with the leading edge of the first label under the media
guides.
2. Close the printer and press PAUSE once. The MEDIA indicator will flash as the media liner is
measured. When complete, the PAUSE indicator will begin flashing.
3. Open the printer and reposition the media so that a label is located directly above the
movable sensor. Close the printer.
4. Press PAUSE once. The printer will feed and measure several labels. If the printer is able to
determine the correct media type (gap, black mark or notch) and measure the media length,
the printer will return to the READY state.
This advanced mode is typically used to calibrate the printer to media that is not correctly
recognized during Smart Calibration. If your media uses black mark or notch sensing, ensure the
media sensor is in to the proper location to “see” the mark or notch. If your media is pre-printed,
either on the front of the label or on the back of the liner, position the sensor so that it is in a
position with minimal printing. You may need to perform Manual Media Calibration several times,
moving the media sensor, until the printer completes the calibration process and returns to the
READY state.

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Advanced Mode
Manual Print Width Adjustment

While in Advanced Mode, pressing PAUSE while the PAUSE indicator is illuminated yellow will
start Manual Print Width Adjustment while in Advanced mode, see Advanced Mode on page 104.
The printer will print a 16mm (0.63 inch) box and pause momentarily. The printer will then print a
slightly larger box and again pause. When you see the printer print a box that matches the width
of your media, press FEED to set the print width and return to READY state.
To return to the maximum print width setting, allow the printer to proceed without pressing the
FEED button.

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Advanced Mode
Manual Print Darkness Adjustment

Pressing PAUSE while the DATA indicator is illuminated yellow will start Manual Print Darkness
Adjustment. The printer will print a test pattern showing the current darkness number and several
barcode patterns and then pause momentarily. The printer will then repeat the pattern with the
next darkness level. When you see the printer print a pattern with solid even black lines, press
FEED to set the darkness value and return to the READY state.

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Factory Test Modes
Factory Test Modes

The printer includes print modes that are intended for factory test only.
Test mode 1 is initiated by holding PAUSE while turning ON printer power. When activated, the
printer will begin printing various test patterns used to evaluate printer performance.
Test mode 2 is initiated by holding PAUSE + FEED + CANCEL for two seconds while printer
power is ON. When activated, the printer will begin printing various test patterns used to evaluate
printer performance.
Note • Both of these test modes will consume a considerable amount of media as the tests
are performed.
You can exit either of these test modes by pressing and holding POWER until the printer power
is switched OFF.

7
Maintenance
This section provides routine cleaning and maintenance procedures.

Maintenance 109
Cleaning
Cleaning
When you clean the printer, use one of the following supplies that best suits your needs:
Cleaning Supplies Order Quantity Intended Purpose
Cleaning pens (105950-035) Set of 12 Clean printhead
Cleaning swabs (105909-057) Set of 25 Clean media path, guides and sensors
You can find access to cleaning supplies at http://www.zebra.com/supplies.

The cleaning process takes just a couple of minutes using the steps outlined below.
Printer Part Method Interval

Printhead Let the printhead to cool for a minute, then use a new Clean the printhead
cleaning pen to swab the dark line on the printhead after every 5 rolls
cleaning from the center to the outside edges of the printed
printhead. See Cleaning the Printhead on page 110
Platen roller Before cleaning, remove the platen roller by releasing As needed.
both the left and right platen bearings. Clean the roller
thoroughly with 99% medical-grade alcohol and a
cleaning swab or lint-free cloth. See Platen Cleaning and
Replacement on page 114
Peel bar Clean it thoroughly with 99% medical-grade alcohol and
Media path a fiber-free cleaning swab.
Let alcohol evaporate completely.
Cutter Option The cutter blade mechanism does not require
maintenance cleaning. DO NOT clean the blade or
mechanism with solvents or WD-40. This blade has a
special coating to resist adhesives and wear.
Exterior Water-dampened cloth. As needed.
See the ‘Guide To Disinfecting and Cleaning Zebra® Healthcare printers -
Healthcare Printers’ on the Zebra Web site for the latest cleaning frequency is
information on tested and approved cleaning materials, set by medical policies
and cleaning methods. and practices of your
Interior Gently brush out printer. institution or governing
agencies.
Caution • Adhesives and small pieces of media can over time transfer onto the printer
components along the media path including the platen and printhead. This build-up can
accumulate dust and debris. Failure to clean the printhead, media path and platen roller
could result in inadvertent loss of labels, label jams and possible damage to the printer.
Important • Using too much alcohol can result in contamination of the electronic
components requiring a much longer drying time before the printer will function properly.

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Cleaning
Cleaning the Printhead

Always use a new cleaning pen on the printhead (an old pen carries contaminants from its
previous use that may damage the printhead).
Caution • The printhead becomes hot while printing. To protect from damaging the
printhead and risk of personal injury, avoid touching the printhead. Use only the cleaning
pen to perform maintenance.
When you load new media, you can also clean the printhead.
1. Rub the cleaning pen across the dark area of the printhead. Clean from the middle to the
outside. This will move adhesive transferred from the edges of media to the outside of media
path.
2. Wait one minute before closing the printer.

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Cleaning
Media Path Cleaning

Use a cleaning swab and or a lint free cloth to remove debris, dust or crust that has built-up on
the holders, guides and media path surfaces. Lightly moisten the swab or cloth with 99% solution
medical-grade alcohol. For hard to clean areas, use extra alcohol on a cleaning swab to soak the
debris to break up any adhesive that may have accumulated on surfaces in the media
compartment.
Do not clean the printhead, movable sensor, or platen as part of this process.
1. Wipe the inside areas (outlined in blue) of the media compartment.
2. Wipe the inside surfaces of the roll holders and the underside of the media guides with a
swab.
3. Wipe the movable sensor slide channel (but not sensor). Move the sensor to get to all areas.
4. Wait one minute before closing the printer. Discard the cleaning swab after use.
Media Roll Holders

and Guides

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Cleaning
Cleaning the Cutter and Label Dispenser Options

This is a continuation of cleaning the media path for either option if it is installed on your printer.
Cutter
The media path surfaces can be cleaned but not the internal cutter blades or mechanism.
1. Wipe the ridges and the plastic surfaces of the media entry (inside) and exit slot (outside) of
the cutter. Clean inside the areas outlined in blue.
2. Repeat as necessary to remove any adhesive or contaminate residue after it dries.
Label Dispenser
1. Open the door and clean the peel bar, inner surfaces and ridges on the door.
2. Wipe the roller while rotating it. Discard the swab or cloth and clean again to remove residue.
3. Clean the sensor window. The window should be clear of streaks and residue.
Pinch Roller
Label Taken Sensor
Peel Bar
Ridges

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Cleaning
Sensor Cleaning
Dust can accumulate on the media sensors. Do not use an air compressor to remove dust.
Compressors add moisture, fine grit, and lubricant which can contaminate your printer.
1. Gently brush away dust or use a can of compressed air; if necessary, use a dry swab to
brush away dust. If adhesives or other contaminants remain, use an alcohol moistened swab
to break it up.
2. Use a dry swab to remove any residue that may be left from the first cleaning.
3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 as required until all residue and streaks are removed from the sensor.
.
Upper Array Sensor

(Web/Gap)
Movable Sensor
(Black Mark and Lower Web/Gap)

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Cleaning

The platen (drive roller) normally does not require cleaning. Paper and liner dust can accumulate
without affecting print operations.
Contaminates on the platen roller can damage the printhead or cause the media to slip or stick
when printing. Adhesive, dirt, general dust, oils and other contaminates should be cleaned
immediately off the platen.
Clean the platen (and media path) whenever the printer has significantly poorer performance,
print quality or media handling. The platen is the print surface and drive roller for your media. If
sticking or jamming continues even after cleaning, you must replace the platen.
The platen can be cleaned with a fiber-free swab (such as a Texpad swab) or a lint free, clean,
damp cloth very lightly moistened with medical grade alcohol (90% pure or better).
1. Open the cover (and dispenser door if the dispenser is installed). Remove media from platen
area.
2. Pull the platen bearing latch release tabs on the right and left sides towards the front of the
printer and rotate them up.
Platen Bearings Platen Bearings

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Cleaning
3. Lift the platen out of the printer’s bottom frame.
Platen Bearings
4. Slide the gear and the two (2) bearings off the shaft of the platen roller.

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Cleaning
5. Clean the platen with the alcohol moistened swab. Clean from the center out. Repeat this
process until all of the roller surface has been cleaned. If there has been heavy adhesive
build-up or label jam, repeat with a new swab to remove residual contaminates. Adhesives
and oils, for example, may be thinned by the initial cleaning but not completely removed.
6. Discard the cleaning swabs after use - do not reuse.
7. Make sure the bearings and drive gear are on the shaft of the platen roller.
8. Align the platen with the gear to the left and lower it into the printer’s bottom frame.
9. Rotate the platen bearing latch release tabs down on the right and left sides towards the rear
of the printer and snap them into place.
Allow the printer to dry for one minute before closing the dispenser door, media cover or loading
labels.

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RTC Battery
Other Printer Maintenance

There are no user level maintenance procedures beyond those detailed in this section. See the
Troubleshooting on page 80 for more information on diagnosing printer and print problems.
RTC Battery
The RTC (Real-Time Clock) battery is not operator replaceable. See a Zebra authorized service
technician to replace the battery. The battery has been rated for up to ten (10) years of operation.
Caution • The printer has a three volt lithium battery. You can discern a low or flat battery
if the printer provides a consistently delayed date stamp. Battery replacement must be
performed by a qualified service technician. Only use a Zebra approved replacement
battery.
Important • Recycle batteries according to local your guidelines and regulations. Wrap the
battery when disposing (or storing) to avoid a short circuit.
DO NOT short circuit the battery. Short circuiting the battery may result in heat generation,
fire or bursting.
DO NOT heat, disassemble or dispose of battery in fire.
Fuses
There are no replaceable fuses in the ZD410 printer or power supply.

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Replacing the Printhead

If you need to replace the printhead, read the procedure and review the removal and installation
steps before actually replacing the printhead.
Caution • Prepare your work area by protecting against static discharge. Your work area
must be static-safe and include a properly grounded conductive cushioned mat to hold
the printer and a conductive wrist strap for yourself.
Caution • Turn the printer power off and unplug the power cord before replacing the
printhead.
Before following the steps in this procedure, open the printer by pulling the release latches
forward then lifting the top cover.
Printhead Removal
1. Turn the printer OFF. Open the printer.
2. Pull the printhead release latch on the right side of the printhead to the outside of the printer
to release the printhead.

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3. Swing the loose right side of the printhead out of the printer. Pull it to the right a little to get the
left side of the printhead clear. Pull the printhead free to gain access to its attached cables.
4. Gently but firmly pull the two printhead cable bundle connectors off of the printhead.
Printhead Connectors

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5. Gently but firmly pull the single black ground wire off the back side of the printhead.

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1. Push the right side printhead cable connector into the printhead. The connector is keyed to
only insert one way.
2. Connect the single black ground wire spade lug connector onto the spade lug attached to the
backside of the printhead.
3. Push the left side printhead cable connector onto the printhead.
4. Check that the ground wire and wire bundles are still connected to the printhead.
5. Insert the left side of the printhead assembly into the recessed area.
6. Push the right side of the printhead into the printer until the latch locks the right side of the
printhead into the printer.
Locked
7. Verify that the printhead moves freely into the printer when pressure is applied and remains
locked when pressure is released.
8. Clean the printhead by using a new cleaning pen to wipe body oils (finger prints) and debris
off the printhead. Clean from the center of the printhead to the outside. See Cleaning the
Printhead on page 110.
9. Reload media. Turn on the printer and print a status report to ensure proper function. See
Test Printing with the Configuration Report on page 38.

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Appendix: Interface Wiring
This section provides wiring diagrams for typical interface cables.

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Universal Serial Bus (USB) Interface
Universal Serial Bus (USB) Interface

The figure below displays the cable wiring required to use the printer’s USB interface.
The printer requires cable or cable packaging that bears the “Certified USB ™ ” mark to guarantee
USB 2.0 compliance.
Pin Signal
1 Vbus - N/C
2 1
2 D-
3 D+
3 4 4 Ground
Shell Shield / Drain Wire
For information on the USB interface, go to the USB web site at:
http://www.usb.org

Serial Port Interface - Auto-detecting DTE and DCE

Pin DTE DCE Description (DTE)
1 — 5V Not used
2 RXD TXD RXD (receive data) input to the printer
3 TXD RXD TXD (transmit data) output from the printer
4 DTR DSR DTR (data terminal ready) output from the printer -- controls when the
host may send data
5 GND GND Circuit ground
6 DSR DTR DSR (data set ready) input to the printer
7 RTS CTS RTS (request to send) output from the printer -- always in the ACTIVE
condition when the printer is turned on
8 CTS RTS CTS (clear to send) - Not used by the printer
9 5V — +5 V @ 0.75 A - FET Circuit current limited
The maximum current available through the serial and/or both USB port is not to exceed a total of
0.75 Amps.
When XON/XOFF handshaking is selected, data flow is controlled by the ASCII control codes DC1
(XON) and DC3 (XOFF). The DTR control lead will have no effect.
Interconnecting to DTE Devices — The printer is configured as data terminal equipment (DTE). To
connect the printer to other DTE devices (such as the serial port of a personal computer), use an RS-
232 null modem (crossover) cable. Figure 31 shows the required cable connections.
Interconnecting to DCE Devices — When the printer is connected via its RS-232 interface to data
communication equipment (DCE) such as a modem, a STANDARD RS-232 (straight-through)
interface cable must be used. Figure 32 shows the connections required for this cable.

Connecting the Printer to a DTE Device

DB-25S DB-9P DB-9S DB-9P
Connector Connector Connector Connector
to DTE Device (PC) to Printer to DTE Device (PC) to Printer
Connecting the Printer to a DCE Device
DB-25S DB-9P DB-9S DB-9P

Connector Connector Connector Connector
to DCE Device to Printer to DCE Device to Printer

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Appendix: Dimensions
This section provides external printer dimensions.
Dimensions are in
millimeters (mm)

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Dimensions are in
millimeters (mm)

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Use M3 thread forming screws with maximum hole depth of 5 mm into the printer body.
Note - Do not remove the rubber feet or the printer can overheat.
Mounting Hole
Hardware Reset Access

(Provide 20-25 mm hole in
mounting plate or surface)
Mounting Hole
Dimensions are in
millimeters (mm)

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Appendix: Media
This section provides a simple media overview for your printer.

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Types of Thermal Media

Important • Zebra strongly recommends the use of Zebra-brand supplies in order to
ensure consistent high-quality printing. A wide range of paper, polypropylene,
polyester, and vinyl stock has been specifically engineered to enhance the printing
capabilities of the printer and to prevent premature printhead wear. To purchase
supplies, go to http://www.zebra.com/howtobuy.
Your printer can use various types of media:

• Standard media—Most standard (non-continuous) media uses an adhesive backing that
sticks individual labels or a continuous length of labels to a liner.
• Continuous roll media—Most continuous roll media is direct thermal media (similar to FAX
paper) and is used for receipt or ticket style printing.
• Tag stock—Tags are usually made from a heavy paper (up to 0.0075in./0.19mm thick).
Tag stock does not have adhesive or a liner, and it is typically perforated between tags.
For more information on basic media types, see Table 1.
The printer typically uses roll media, but you can use fan-fold or other continuous media too.
Determining Thermal Media Types

Thermal transfer media requires ribbon for printing while direct thermal media does not.
To determine if ribbon must be used with a particular media, perform a media scratch test.
To perform a media scratch test, complete these steps:
1. Scratch the print surface of the media with a finger nail or pen cap. Press firmly and quickly
while dragging it across the media surface. Direct thermal media is chemically treated to print
(expose) when heat is applied. This test method uses friction heat to expose the media.
2. Did a black mark appear on the media?
If a black mark... Then the media is...

Appears on the media Direct thermal. No ribbon is required.
Does not appear on the Thermal transfer. A ribbon is required.
media Not supported by this printer.

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General Media and Print Specifications

• Media thickness:
• 0.08mm (0.003 inch) min – all requirements
• 0.1905mm (0.0075 inch) max – all requirements
• Media width:
• 60mm (2.36 inch) max
• 15mm (0.585 inch) min
• Media length:
• 990mm (39 inch) max
• 6.35mm (0.25 inch) min – Tear Off or Label
• 12.7mm(0.50 inch) min – Peel
• 25.4mm (1.0 inch) min - Cutter
• Media Roll Outer Diameter (O.D.) max: 127mm

• Media Roll Core Inner Diameter (I.D.):
• 12.7mm (0.5 inch) I.D. - Standard roll configuration
• 25.4mm (1 inch) I.D. - Standard roll configuration
• 38.1mm (1.5 inches) I.D. - with optional media roll adapter
• Print width:
• 1 dot (ZPL) min.
• 56mm (2.20 inches) max @ 203 dpi
• 54mm (2.12 inches) max @ 300 dpi
• Dot pitch:
• 203 dpi: 0.125mm (0.0049 inch)
• 300 dpi: 0.085mm (0.0033 inch)
• Barcode modulus x-dim:
• 203 dpi: 0.005-0.050 inch
• 300 dpi: 0.00327 - 0.03267 inch

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Table 1 • Types of Media Roll and Fanfold Media
Media Type How It Looks Description

Non- Labels have adhesive backing that sticks them to a liner.
Continuous Tags (or tickets) are separated by perforations.
Roll Media
Individual labels or tags are tracked and position controlled
by one or more of the following methods:
• Web media separates labels by gaps, holes, or notches.
• Black mark media uses pre-printed black marks on the

back side of the media to indicate label separations.
• Perforated media has perforations that allow the labels

or tags to be separated from each other easily in
addition to position control marks, notches or label gaps.
Non- Fan-Fold media is folded in a zigzag pattern. Fanfold media

Continuous can have the same label separations as non-continuous roll
Fanfold Media media. The separations would fall on or near the folds.
This type of media uses black marks or notches to track

media format positioning.
Continuous Continuous roll media does not have gaps or typically

Roll Media holes, notches, or black marks either to indicate label
separations. This allows the image to be printed anywhere
on the label. A cutter can be used to cut apart individual
labels. With continuous media, use the transmissive (gap)
sensor so the printer can detect when the media runs out.

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Appendix: ZPL Configuration
This section provides an overview of managing printer configuration, the Configuring Status
Printout, and Printer Memory Printouts.

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Managing the ZPL Printer Configuration
Managing the ZPL Printer Configuration

The ZPL printer is designed to allow you to change printer settings dynamically for fast first label
out printing. Printer parameters that are persistent, will be retained for future formats to use.
Those settings will remain in effect until they are changed by subsequent commands, the printer
is reset, power is cycled, or when you restore a parameter that has a factory default by resetting
the printer to factory defaults. The ZPL Configuration Update command (^JU) saves and restores
printer configurations to initialize (or re-initialize) the printer with pre-configured settings.
• To keep settings after a power cycle or printer reset, a ^JUS can be sent to the printer to
save all current persistent settings.
• The values are recalled with a ^JUR command to restore the last saved values to the
printer.
ZPL stores all parameters at once with a single command mentioned above. The legacy EPL
programming language (supported by this printer) changes and saves individual commands
immediately. Most printer settings are shared between ZPL and EPL. For example, changing the
speed setting with EPL will also change the speed set for ZPL operations. The changed EPL
setting will persist even after a power cycle or reset issued by either printer language.
A printer Configuration Report is available to assist the developer. The Configuration Report lists
operating parameters, sensor settings, and printer status. It can be accessed by using the
procedure in Test Printing with the Configuration Report on page 38. The Zebra Setup Utility and
the ZebraDesigner ™ Windows driver also print this report and other printer reports to help you
manage your printer.
ZPL Printer Configuration Format

Managing more than one printer can be done by creating a printer configuration programming file
to send to one or more printers or ZebraNet ™ Bridge can be used to clone a printer’s setup.
Figure 1 below shows the basic structure of a ZPL programming configuration file.
See the ZPL programmer’s guide and the Configuration Setting to Command Cross-reference
on page 135 to create a programming file. The Zebra Setup Utility (ZSU) can be used to send
programming files to the printer. Windows Notepad (text editor) can be used to create
programing files.
Figure 1 • Configuration Parameter Format Structure

Configuration Setting to Command Cross-reference

The Printer Configuration Report, shown below, provides a listing of a majority of the
configurations settings that can be set by ZPL command.
Figure 2 • Configuration Report Printout
Sensor Settings
used for
Service Purposes

Table 1 • ZPL Commands and Configuration Report Callout Cross-Reference

Command Listing Name Description
~SD DARKNESS Default: 10.0
— DARKNESS SWITCH LOW, MEDIUM, or HIGH
^PR PRINT SPEED Default: 152.4 mm/s / 6 IPS (max.) - 203 dpi
　　　　101.6 mm/s / 4 IPS (max.) - 300 dpi
~TA TEAR OFF Default: +000
^MN MEDIA TYPE Default: GAP/NOTCH
SENSOR SELECT Default: AUTO (^MNA - Auto-Detect)
^MT PRINT METHOD THERMAL-TRANS or DIRECT-THERMAL
^PW PRINT WIDTH Default: 448 (dots for 203 dpi) or
640(dots for 300 dpi)
^LL LABEL LENGTH Default: 1225 (dots) (dynamically updated while printing)
^ML MAXIMUM LENGTH Default: 39.0IN 989MM
— USB COMM. Connection Status: Connected / Not Connected
^SCa BAUD Default: 9600
^SC,b DATA BITS Default: 8 BITS
^SC,,c PARITY Default: NONE
^SC,,,,e HOST HANDSHAKE Default: AUTO
^SC,,,,,f PROTOCOL Default: NONE
— SGD —** COMMUNICATIONS Default: NORMAL MODE
SER COMM. MODE Default: AUTO
^CT / ~CT CONTROL CHAR Default: <~> 7EH
^CC / ~CC COMMAND CHAR Default: <^> 5EH
^CD / ~CD DELIM./CHAR Default: <,> 2CH
^SZ ZPL MODE Default: ZPL II
???? COMMAND OVERRIDE Default: INACTIVE
^MFa MEDIA POWER UP Default: NO MOTION
^MF,b HEAD CLOSE Default: FEED
~JS BACKFEED Default: DEFAULT
^LT LABEL TOP Default: +000
^LS LEFT POSITION Default: +0000
~JD / ~JE HEXDUMP Default: NO (~JE)
REPRINT MODE Default: DISABLED
From this point in the Configuration Receipt listing, the printout has sensor settings and values
displayed to troubleshoot sensor and media operations. These are typically used by Zebra Tech
Support to diagnose printer problems.
** - Not supported with a ZPL command, uses the Set Get Do command in the ZPL manual. See device.command_override.xxxxx.

The configuration settings listed here resume after the TAKE LABEL sensor value. These
listings contain printer features seldom changed from default or provide status information
(e.g. Firmware Version).
Table 2 • ZPL Commands and Configuration Receipt Callout Cross-Reference
Command Listing Name Description
^MP MODES ENABLED Default: CWF (See ^MP Command)
MODES DISABLED Default: (nothing set)
^JM RESOLUTION Default: 448 8/mm FULL (203 dpi)
640 8/mm FULL (300 dpi)
— FIRMWARE Lists ZPL Firmware Version
— XML SCHEMA 1.3
— HARDWARE ID Lists Firmware Boot-block Version
LINK-OS VERSION
— CONFIGURATION CUSTOMIZED (after first use)
— RAM 2104k........ R:
— ONBOARD FLASH 6144k.........E:
^MU FORMAT CONVERT NONE
RTC DATE Date Displayed
RTC TIME Time Displayed
^JI / ~JI ZBI DISABLED (Requires key to enable)
— ZBI VERSION 2.1 (Displayed if installed)
— ZBI STATUS READY
^JH LAST CLEANED X,XXX IN
^MA
HEAD USAGE X,XXX IN
~RO
TOTAL USAGE X,XXX IN
RESET CNTR1 X,XXX IN
NONRESET CNTR0 (1, 2) X,XXX IN
SLOT1 EMPTY / SERIAL / WIRED
MASS STORAGE COUNT 0
HID COUNT 0
USB HOST LOCK OUT OFF /ON
— SERIAL NUMBER XXXXXXXXXXX
^JH EARLY WARNING MAINT. OFF
The printer has the ability to set a command or a group of commands once for all receipts (or
labels) that follow. Those settings will remain in effect until they are changed by subsequent
commands, the printer is reset, or you restore factory defaults.

Printer Memory Management and Related Status Reports

To help you manage printer resources, the printer supports a variety of format commands to
manage memory, transfer objects (between memory areas, import and export), object naming,
and provide various printer operating status reports. They are very similar to the old DOS
commands like DIR (directory listing) and DEL (delete file). The most common reports are also
part of the Zebra Setup Utility and ZebraDesigner ™ Windows driver.
Figure 3 • Memory Management Format Structure
It is recommended that a single command be processed within this type of format (form). A single
command is easily reused as a maintenance and development tool.
Many of the commands that transfer objects, manage and report on memory are control (~)
commands. They do not need the be within a format (form). They will be processed immediately
upon receipt by the printer whether in a format (form) or not. ZPL Programming for Memory
Management
ZPL has various printer memory locations that are used to run the printer, assemble the print
image, store formats (forms), graphics, fonts and configuration settings.
• ZPL treats Formats (Forms), Fonts, and Graphics like files; and memory locations like
disk drives in the DOS operating system environment:
• Memory Object Naming: Up to sixteen (16) alphanumeric characters followed by a
three (3) alphanumeric character file extension:
i.e. 123456789ABCDEF.TTF
Legacy ZPL printers with V60.13 firmware and earlier can only use the 8.3 file name
format verses today’s 16.3 file name format.
• Allows moving objects between memory locations and deleting objects.
• Supports DOS directory style file list reports as printouts or status to the host.
• Allows use of ‘wild cards’ (*) in file access

Table 3 • Object Management and Status Report Commands

Command Name Description
^WD Print Directory Label Prints a list of objects and resident barcodes and
fonts in all addressable memory locations
~WC Print Configuration Label Prints a configuration Status Receipt (Label)
Same as Feed Button mode one flash routine
^ID Object Delete Deletes objects from printer memory
^TO Transfer Object Used to copy an object or group of objects from
one memory area to another.
^CM Change Memory Letter Reassigns a letter designation to a printer memory
Designation area.
^JB Initialize Flash memory Similar to formatting a disk - erases all objects from
the specified memory locations B: or E:.
~JB Reset Optional Memory Similar to formatting a disk - erases all objects from
the B: memory (factory option).
~DY Download Objects Downloads and installs wide variety of printer
usable programming objects: fonts (OpenType and
TrueType), graphics, and other object data types.
Recommendation: Use ZebraNet ™ Bridge for
downloading graphics and fonts in the printer.
~DG Download Graphic Downloads an ASCII Hex representation of a
graphic image. This is used by ZebraDesigner ™
(label creation application) for graphics.
^FL Font Linking Appends secondary TrueType font or fonts to the
primary TrueType font to add glyphs (characters).
^LF List Font Links Prints a list of the linked fonts
^CW Font Identifier Assigns a single alphanumeric character as an
alias to a font stored in memory.
Important • Some factory installed ZPL fonts in your printer cannot be copied, cloned or
restored to your printer by reloading or updating firmware. If these license restricted ZPL
fonts are removed by an explicit ZPL object delete command, they must be repurchased
and reinstalled via a font activation and installation utility. EPL fonts do not have this
restriction.

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A • Appendix: Interface Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122

B • Appendix: Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126

D • Appendix: ZPL Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133

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What’s in the Box?

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Power Power Cord

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Figure 1 • Printer Features

DC Power Interface and Connectivity

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Open the Printer

Closing the printer

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Figure 2 • Printer Features - Continued

Upper Web (Gap)

Media Guide Stop

Platen (Drive) Roller Movable Sensor

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Label Taken Label Liner

Label Peel Bar

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Media Exit Slot

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