Zebra
P4T/RP4T™
Mobile Printer Series
User Guide
© ZIH Corp. 2013
UMAN-P4T-013 Rev.A
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Introduction to the P4T Series
Thank you for choosing one of our Zebra P4T Series Mobile Print-
ers. The P4T Series consists of two models. The P4T can print
on direct thermal or thermal transfer media. The RP4T can print
on direct or thermal transfer media and also encode special RFID
media.
Because these printers are made by Zebra Technologies, you’re
assured of world-class support for all of your bar code printers,
software, and supplies.
Unpacking and Inspection
Inspect the printer for possible shipping damage:
• Check all exterior surfaces for damage.
• Open the media cover (refer to “Loading the Media” in the
Printer Preparation section) and inspect the media compart-
ment for damage.
In case return shipping is required, save the carton and all pack-
ing material.
• This User’s Guide gives you the information you’ll need to
operate and maintain both the P4T and RP4T models.
• P4T Series printers use the CPCL programming language. To
create and print receipts and labels using the CPCL language,
refer to our Label Vista™ label creation program or the Mobile
Printing Systems CPCL Programming Manual which are both
• P4T Series printer software also includes interpreters for the
ZPL II® programming language (up to Version 30.8.4). Manuals
for the ZPL label design programming language are also avail-
able on our Web site. Refer to Appendix “F” of this manual
for more information on accessing and downloading manuals
and other user information.
Reporting Damage
If you discover shipping damage:
• Immediately notify and file a damage report with the shipping
company. Zebra Technologies Corporation is not responsible
for any damage incurred during shipment of the printer and
will not cover the repair of this damage under its warranty
policy.
• Keep the carton and all packing material for inspection.
• Notify your authorized Zebra re-seller.
Always refer to the Important Safety Information data sheet
shipped with each printer and the Technical Bulletin shipped
with each battery pack. These documents detail procedures
to ensure maximum reliability and safety while using this
printer.
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P4T/RP4T Overview
Figure 1: P4T/RP4T Illustrated
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Figure 1a: P4T/RP4T Bottom View
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Platen Roller
2. Bar Sensor
3. Media Support
4. Printhead
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5. RFID Reader/Encoder (RP4T only)
6. Ribbon Cartridge Cover
7. Control Panel
8. Ribbon Cartridge Cover Latch
9. Media Cover Latch
10. Media Support Disks
11. Label Peeler
12. Media Cover
13. External Media Access (optional)
14. Battery
15. Battery Charging Receptacle
16. RS232 Communications Port
17. USB Port
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P4T Series Technology
The P4T Series introduces several new technologies to the Zebra
Mobile Printer product line.
Smart Battery
The P4T Series battery pack contains electronics which allow the
printer to monitor its operating parameters. Among these are the
battery’s charge state, the number of charge cycles it has under-
gone, and its date of manufacture. Using these parameters, the
For ease of installation, P4T Series thermal transfer film is supplied
as a cartridge. Typically a thermal transfer film cartridge will be
able to print two rolls of media before needing replacement. This
ratio may vary considerably based on the amount of label stock
per roll.
RFID (Radio Frequency Identi†cation)
A P4T Series printer equipped with an RFID encoder allows it to
P4T Series’ software can monitor the battery’s condition and alert encode information on special label media using radio frequen-
the user when to recharge, re-condition or remove the battery from cies in addition to using conventional thermal transfer technology.
service.
These printers are identified as RP4T printers.
RFID encoded information can be retrieved using an RFID scanner
from a distance of inches to several yards from an encoded label.
Zebra’s implementation of RFID follows accepted industry stan-
dards. As an example, the RP4T verifies the information encoded
on the label media after it is transmitted and voids the label if the
data is incorrect. More information concerning RFID may be found
in Zebra’s RFID Programming Manual, available for download on
Zebra’s Web site.
Use of any battery pack other than the one manufactured by
Zebra specifically for use with P4T Series printers will not
be able to use the diagnostic features of the Zebra Smart
Battery and will not work with the printer.
Printing Technology
The P4T Series uses two methods to print human readible text,
graphics and barcodes: Direct Thermal, and Thermal Transfer
Direct Thermal
Direct thermal printing uses heat to cause a chemical reaction on
specially treated media. This reaction creates a dark mark wher-
ever a heated element on the printhead comes in contact with the
media. Since the printing elements are arranged very densely at
203 d.p.i. (dots per inch) or 8 dots per mm, highly legible characters
and graphic elements may be created a row at a time as the media
is advanced past the printhead. This technology has the advantage
of simplicity, as there is no requirement for consumable supplies
such as ink or toner. However, since the media is sensitive to heat,
it will gradually loose legibility over long periods of time, especially
if exposed to environments with relatively high temperatures.
Thermal Transfer
Thermal transfer printing uses the same basic technology as direct
thermal, except that the printhead elements react with a transfer
film which passes between the printhead and the media. The print-
ing process fuses the thermal transfer material to the media being
printed and creates characters and graphic images that are very
dark, and more permanent than those created by direct thermal
printing. Offsetting this advantage is the extra cost of the thermal
transfer film and printing speeds slower than those required for
direct thermal printing.
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Printer Preparation
Battery Safety
The Battery Packs used on Zebra Mobile Printers contain a great deal of energy and can cause personal injury or start a fire if used
improperly or carelessly. Please observe the following safety practices:
Caution • Avoid accidental short circuiting of any battery. Allowing battery terminals to contact conductive material will
create a short circuit which could cause burns and other injuries or could start a †re.
Caution • Batteries can explode or catch fire if improperly charged or exposed to high temperatures or fire. Do not disassemble,
crush or expose batteries to water.
Caution • Use of any charger not approved specifically by Zebra for use with its batteries could cause damage to the battery
pack or the printer and will void the warranty.
Read carefully and always observe the safety guidelines for Li-ion batteries provided with each Battery Pack.
Charger Safety
Do not place a charger in locations where liquids or metallic objects may be dropped on the charger or, in the case of the
UCLI72-4 Quad Charger, into the charging bays.
Use care in locating any of the approved P4T Series single chargers, the AC Adapter or the UCLI72-4 Quad Charger. Do not
block the ventilating slots on the top and bottom covers. Ensure that the Charger is plugged into a power source which won’t
accidently be turned o¨ if you will be charging batteries overnight.
Required Regulatory Text for Argentina
Only certified adaptors with the following electrical characteristics shall be used. The use of different adaptors could damage
the device, present hazards to the user and declare the correspondent guaranty void.
LI72: Input ratings: 100-240 VAC 50/60Hz 200mA., Class 2
Output ratings: 8.4 VDC, 800 mA
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Approved Chargers
The following table lists battery chargers approved for use with the P4T Series Printer.
Use of chargers not approved by Zebra specifically for use with the P4T Series will void the warranty and could cause damage
to the printer or the battery pack. Zebra is not responsible for any damage to equipment caused by the improper use of
unauthorized equipment.
Description
Part no
Notes.
Description
Part no
Notes.
AT17696-xx1 Must be used with battery
15-60V DC
Adapter/Right
Angle
LI72 single
charger)
AK18913-003 N/A
AT18737-xx
AK18913-002
removed from printer
AC Adapter/US
Line Cord
Must be used with battery
installed in printer
1. Full part number is determined by the AC main adapter
appropriate for the region of intended use. Consult your Zebra
sales represenetative or the factory for the appropriate part
number.
AC Adapter/UK
Line Cord
Must be used with battery
installed in printer
AK18913-006
AK18913-007
AC18177-xx1
AC Adapter/EU
Line Cord
Must be used with battery
installed in printer
UCLI72-4 Quad
Charger
Must be used with battery
removed from printer
Single Battery Charger
The LI72 Charger
Figure 2: LI72 Single Charger
LI72 charger is a wall mounted fast charger with a universal 110 to
230, 50-60 Hz. VAC input. Multiple AC plug configurations comply
with most international standards. This charger is intended for use
with the P4T Series printers which are equipped with Lithium Ion
(Li-ion) batteries.
Yellow
Green
Full part numbers are determined by the AC mains connectors.
Consult Zebra or your authorized re-seller for full part number in-
formation.
The LI72 will charge a battery pack as fast as its charge level will
allow, and then switch over to a maintenance charge to keep the
charge at its maximum.
LI72 Charger
AT17696-xx
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Figure 3: Charging the P4T Series Battery with the LI72
Battery Charging
Receptacle
Mains connector will
vary with country of
intended use.
LI72 Battery
Charger
P4T Series
Battery Pack
Charging Battery Packs with the AT17696-xx LI72 Single Charger
Plug the LI72 into the appropriate AC wall receptacle, then insert the charge cable into the battery pack charger jack.
The yellow/green charge indicator LED will indicate the status of the charger as per the following table.
Charger
Function
Indicator
Charger Status
Steadyyellowindicator Standby
ACpoweron;nobatterybeingcharged
Chargerisapplyingtricklechargecurrent
(5%ofmaximum)tobringacoldbattery
temperatureupto0°Cbeforestartinga
full charge cycle
Slow (1 Hz) «ashing
yellow indicator
Pre-Charge
Fast (4 Hz) «ashing
green indicator
Rapid
Charge
Chargerisapplyingthemaximumcharge
rate to the battery
Slow (1 Hz) «ashing
green indicator
Chargerisintricklechargemode(10%of
nominal charge value).
Maintain
Error
The battery may have an internal short,
oritschargemonitoringcircuitrymaybe
malfunctioning.Thebatterypackshould
not be used any further.
Fast (4 Hz) «ashing
yellow indicator
Steady green indicator Ready
Slow (1 Hz) «ashing
Nochargeisbeingappliedtothebattery
Batterytemperatureistoohot.Charging
willnotbeginuntilbatterytemperature
reaches 45°C.
alternate yellow and
green indicator
Wait
Notes: The battery pack must be removed from the printer when using the AT17696-xx LI72 Single Charger.
Charging will cease three (3) hours after the charger has entered the “Maintain” mode.
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Figure 4: Charging the P4T Series Battery with the LI72 Single Charger
Mains connector will vary
with country of intended
use.
Battery Charging
Receptacle
LI72 Battery
Charger
P4T Series Battery
Pack
Charging Battery Packs with the AT18737-xx LI72 Single Charger
Plug the LI72 into the appropriate AC wall receptacle, then insert the charge cable into the battery pack charger jack.
The amber/green charge indicator LED will indicate the status of the charger as per the following table.
LED Status
Green Solid
Charger Status
Fully Charged
Charging
Amber Solid
•
Battery Contact Problem
1. Short Circuit of Output Terminals
2. Detection of Short Battery's Circuit
3. No Contact + Terminal
Amber Blinking
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•
•
Over Voltage Protection
Over Current Protection
Temperature Waiting Time
Operating Temperature
Storage Temperature
Input Voltage
0 to 40o C @ 30-85% Relative Humidity
-30 to 60o C @ 10-90% Relative Humidity
AC100 to 240V 47 to 63Hz
0.18A MAX
Input Current
Output
DC 8.4V 800mA
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Charging the P4T Series Battery with the P1026943-1 AC Adapter
Figure 4A: Charging the P4T Series Battery with the AC Adapter
AC Power Cord
(varies with
location)
P4T Series AC
Adapter
p/n P1026943-1
Open the
protective cover
for access to
the charger
receptacle
• Open the protective cover on the P4T Series printer to expose the charger jack and the communication ports.
• Connect the appropriate AC power cord for your location to the adapter and then plug the power cord into an AC receptacle.
• Plug the barrel plug from the P1026943-1 AC adapter into the charger jack on the printer.
• The printer will power up and begin charging. The printer can be left on or turned off at this point. Charging will continue in either
state.
The following table details how the AC Adapter and P4T Series printers interact:
Printer
Status
Charging
Status
Printer LCD
Power Button Operation
O¨
On
O¨
O¨
O¨
Pressing turns printer On
Pressing turns printer O¨
Normal display operation
Normal display operation, plus Pressingswitchesprintertolimited
battery icon will cycle through operation:onlybatterycharging&
levelbars.Chargingwillcontinue LCD functional
as required..
On
O¨
On
On
Battery icon will cycle through Pressing turns printer On. Printer
levelbars. Printerturnso¨atend will run normally
of charge cycle.
Note: If the battery is out of its safe charging temperature range (either too hot or too cold) the printer will display the following:
“Charging will resume when battery is in the range 0-40 degrees C (32-104 degrees F)” and the battery icon will alternately
«ash
and
. Once the battery reaches a safe charging temperature, normal charging will automatically resume.
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Charging the P4T Series Battery with the AT18488-1 DC Adapter (Customer ordering
p/n AK18913-003)
Figure 4B: Charging the P4T Series Battery with the DC Adapter
DC Power Cord
(open wires)
P4T Series DC
Adapter
p/n AT18488-1
Open the
protective cover
for access to
the charger
receptacle
• Open the protective cover on the P4T Series printer to expose the charger jack and the communication ports.
• Plug the right angled barrel plug from the AT18488-1 DC adapter into the charger jack on the printer.
• Connect the black cable ground (-) terminal to vehicle ground (preferably at the vehicle fuse box).
• Connect the white cable power (+) terminal to the vehicle power source (preferably at the vehicle fuse box).
The following table details how the DC Adapter and P4T Series printers interact:
Printer
Status
Charging
Status
Printer LCD
Power Button Operation
O¨
On
O¨
O¨
O¨
Pressing turns printer On
Pressing turns printer O¨
Normal display operation
Normal display operation, plus Pressingswitchesprintertolimited
battery icon will cycle through operation:onlybatterycharging&
levelbars.Chargingwillcontinue LCD functional
as required..
On
O¨
On
On
Battery icon will cycle through Pressing turns printer On. Printer
level bars. Printer turns o¨ at
end of charge cycle.
will run normally
Note: If the battery is out of its safe charging temperature range (either too hot or too cold) the printer will display the following:
“Charging will resume when battery is in the range 0-40 degrees C (32-104 degrees F)” and the battery icon will alternately
«ash
and
. Once the battery reaches a safe charging temperature, normal charging will automatically resume.
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Charging the P4T Series Battery with the AT18488-2 DC Adapter (Customer ordering
p/n AK18913-015)
Figure 4C: Charging the P4T Series Battery with the DC Adapter (Vehicle Cradle)
DC Power Cord
(open wires)
P4T Vehicle Cradle
DC Adapter
p/n AT18488-2
Access the charger
receptacle located
on the bottom
of the vehicle
cradle as
indicated..
• Locate the charger receptacle on the bottom of the P4T vehicle cradle.
• Plug the Molex connector of the AT18488-2 DC adapter into the charger receptacle.
• Connect the black cable ground (-) terminal to vehicle ground (preferably at the vehicle fuse box).
• Connect the white cable power (+) terminal to the vehicle power source (preferably at the vehicle fuse box).
The following table details how the DC Adapter and P4T Series printers interact:
Printer
Status
Charging
Status
Printer LCD
Power Button Operation
O¨
On
O¨
O¨
O¨
Pressing turns printer On
Pressing turns printer O¨
Normal display operation
Normal display operation, plus Pressingswitchesprintertolimited
battery icon will cycle through operation:onlybatterycharging&
levelbars.Chargingwillcontinue LCD functional
as required..
On
O¨
On
On
Battery icon will cycle through Pressing turns printer On. Printer
level bars. Printer turns o¨ at
end of charge cycle.
will run normally
Note: If the battery is out of its safe charging temperature range (either too hot or too cold) the printer will display the following:
“Charging will resume when battery is in the range 0-40 degrees C (32-104 degrees F)” and the battery icon will alternately
«ash
and
. Once the battery reaches a safe charging temperature, normal charging will automatically resume.
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Installation Guidelines (DC Adapter)
CAUTION: Insure that the adapter and cable you are using for this installation are clearly labeled for use with the vehicle's
voltage. Failure to match the adapter's capacity to the vehicle's voltage could result in improper printer operation, or severe
damage to either the printer and/or the adapter.
Note: It is the installer's responsibility to insure correct wiring and installation.
Note: Zebra is not liable for damage to any equipment caused by improper installation or wiring of the adapter, or
damage resulting from use of the wrong adapter for the intended application.
Note: Do not lengthen the adapter's power cable or remove the cable's ferrite if equipped. Extending the cable or removing
the ferrite may affect the adapter's reliability and radio frequency interference (RFI). Use care when attaching the adapter's
power cable and power source. The red wire attaches to the positive (+) and the black wire to the negative (-) terminal. If
wired backwards the adapter will be rendered inoperable and will need to be replaced.
General Guidelines
• Completely install the input power (battery) cable before connecting the unit(s).
• Route the input power from the general area where the unit(s) will be mounted.
• Use a snap-in bushing if the input power passes through the firewall or other sheet metal.
• Make sure that cable routing does not interfere with other equipment or vehicle controls.
• Make sure that cable routing does not expose the cable to potential physical damage.
• Secure the input power at least every 12 inches (30 cm) throughout the cable run.
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Charging the P4T Series Battery with the UCLI72-4 Quad Charger
The UCLI72-4 Quad Charger is designed to
charge up to four battery packs simultane-
ously. Charging times are as follows:
Figure 5- UCLI72-4 Quad Charger
Battery Status
80% charged
Full charge
Charging Time
2.5 Hrs.
Slide Battery Pack
into a Charger bay
5 Hrs.
• Ensure that the charger has been installed
properly per the Quad Charger instruction
manual. Ensure that the power indicator on
the front panel is on.
Power Supply
• Remove any protective shrink-wrap and
labels from all battery packs prior to first use.
Plug a battery pack into any one of the four
charging bays as shown opposite in Figure _,
noting the orientation of the battery pack.
• Slide the battery pack into the charging
bay until it stops.
Rock Battery
Pack into place
• Rock the battery pack back until it snaps
into place.
The amber indicator directly under the bat-
tery being charged will turn on if the battery
is properly inserted.
The indicators under each battery will allow
you to monitor the charging process per the
table below:
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O¨
Charging
80% charged
(O.K. to use)
Important • A fault condition (flashing amber indicator) is caused by a problem with the battery
pack. The charger may indicate a fault because the battery is too hot or too cold to charge
reliably. Try to charge the battery again when it returns to the room’s ambient temperature.
If the amber indicator starts flashing on the second charging attempt, the battery should
be discarded. Always dispose of batteries in a proper manner. Refer to Appendix E of this
manual.
On
O¨
Flashing
On
Completely
Charged
Flashing O¨
Faulty Battery
Notes: For more information regarding the installation and use of the UCLI72-4 Quad Charger refer to the instructions included
with the product.
The UCLI72-4 Quad Charger has a safety feature which stops charging a battery after six hours regardless of its charge state.
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Installing the P4T Series Battery Pack
Figure 6: Installing the P4T Series Battery Pack
Important • New battery packs are shipped
uncharged. Remove any protective shrink-
wrap and labels from a new battery pack
prior to use.
Additional battery packs may be ordered
using Zebra p/n AK18913-001.
If you are using an LI72 single charger
or the LI72-4 Quad Charger, you must
charge the battery prior to installing it in
the printer.
•.Insert the battery pack into the printer as
shown in Figure 6 .
• Rock the battery pack into the printer as
shown until it locks in place.
Charger port for use
with the P1026943-1
AC Adapter
If you are using the AC adapter, you should
allow the battery pack to charge completely
prior to using it for the first time.
When a new battery pack is first installed, the
Control Panel indicators may briefly turn on and
then go off, indicating the battery is not fully
charged. Refer to the Charging the Battery and
Operator Controls topics in this manual.
Insert this side of the
battery pack into the
bottom of the printer as
shown.
Rock the battery pack
until it clicks into place.
P4T Series
Battery Pack
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Load the Media
P4T series printers are designed to print either continuous (journal)
media or label stock.
Figure 7.1 Opening the Media Cover
Figure 7.2 Loading the Media
Load Media Roll
Note direction media
pulls o¨ the roll.
Pull Media Supports
apart where shown.
Press down on the Media
Cover Latch Lever
Media cover opens
1. Open the Media Cover
2. Loading Media From An Internal Supply
Refer to Figure 7.1.
Refer to Figure 7.2.
• Press the latch release button on the side of the printer as
shown at “1” below. The media cover will open automati-
cally
• Rotate the Media Cover back completely as shown exposing
the media compartment and the adjustable media supports.
• Pull the media supports apart as shown.
• Insert the roll of media between them, and let the media sup-
ports close. Ensure that the media pulls off the core in the
direction shown in Figures 7.2 and 7.4. The supports will center
the media roll within the media compartment, and the media
roll should be able to spin freely on the supports.
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Figure 7.3- Loading Media From An External Supply
Media Spacer
Rear Feed Slot
External Media
Source
3. Loading Media From An External Supply
Refer to Figure 7.3. A P4T Series printer configured with the External Media
option has a loading slot in the rear of the media compartment allowing you to
use 4.0 in. (101.6 mm) wide fanfold or roll media from an external supply. The
external supply must be designed such that it does not exert excessive drag as
media is fed through the printer, which could result in distorted printing.
• Pull the media supports apart, insert a Media Spacer (Zebra part number
BA16625-1) between them, and let the media supports close.
• Insert the media from the external supply through the rear feed slot, between
the media guides and up through the media compartment as shown. Make
sure the side of the media you will be printing on faces the printhead.
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Figure 7.4-Close the Media Cover
Figure 7.5- Insert Media into Peeler
Peeler Assembly.
Peeler Bar.
4. Press down on Peeler
Assembly where shown
and slide the media until it
emerges .
Pull Media out of the
Printer. Use alignment
marks on the cover to
ensure alignment.
1. Remove enough
labels from the media
roll to create a 4” [100
mm] leader.
3. Feed the leader over
the peeler bar and into
the printer if you will be
peeling labels as you
print.
2. Align the edge of the
leader with the index marks
on the top cover to ensure it
will pass through the peeler
without wrinkling.
Close Media
Cover
5. Using the Label Peeler
4. Close the Media Cover:
Refer to Figure 7.4.
Optional Step for label stock only
Refer to Figure 7.5.
The label peeler feature allows automatic separation of the printed
label from its backing.
• Pull the media out of the printer as shown at “1.”
• Close the media cover as shown at “2”, ensuring that it latches
securely into place.
• Turn the printer on or press the Feed button if the printer is
already on.
1.If you wish to use the label peeling feature, remove enough
labels from the media roll to create a leader approximately 4”
[100 mm.] long.
2. Align the media as it emerges from the printhead with the
index marks on the top cover to ensure it will pass through
the peeler assembly without wrinkling.
• The printer will advance a short strip of media and will then
be ready for printing.
2. Feed the leader you created in step 1 over the peeler bar and
into the peeler assembly.
3 Push on the peeler assembly where shown in Figure 6.5.
Insert the leader into the label peeler as shown and push on
the media roll until it emerges from the slot at the rear of the
peeler assembly.
• Turn the printer on or press the Feed button if the printer is
already on.
• The printer will advance a short strip of media and will then
be ready for printing.
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Adjusting The Media Support Disks
Figure 8- Adjusting the Media Core Diameter
Media Core Size
Changing The Media Support
Core Diameter Size
It may become necessary to
change the media core size in
the field to allow use of different
media.
The media support disks are
designed for both sizes of media
cores, and they can be adjusted
by removing them, flipping their
position and re-securing them to
the printer.
Media supplied for the P4T Se-
ries printers will have two pos-
sible core sizes, depending on
the media type. Journal media
and most label media is supplied
with a 0.75” [19.1 mm] diameter
core to maximize the amount of
media contained on a roll.
Remove Support Disk,
and «ip it 180° to change
core size.
Media Support Disk
(shown re-adjusted for
3/4” label media core)
P4T printer media supports are
set at the factory for 0.75” diam-
eter media cores.
RP4T printers (equipped with
the RFID encoder) are configured
for media with 1.38” [35.05 mm]
diameter cores since RFID me-
dia cannot be wound around
a small diameter core without
both degrading its ability to feed
properly past the printhead and
causing possible damage to the
embedded RFID circuitry.
1. Open the Media Cover and
remove any label media.
2. Use Phillips head screwdriver
with a long blade to keep the
screw attaching the Support Disk
to the printer from turning.
3. Rotate the Support Disk while
keeping the attachment screw
from turning, and remove it.
4. Flip the Media Support Disk
so that the desired core diameter
ridge faces towards the inside of
the printer. Please refer to Figure 8.
5. Re-secure the Support Disk by tighten-
ing it onto the attaching screw. Do not over
tighten the Support Disk. It must be able to spin
Media Support Disk
(shown adjusted for 1 3/8”
label media core)
freely.
Repeat this procedure on the other Support Disk.
Always ensure that both Support Disks are adjusted for the
same size media core.
Replace the Media Support Disks if they have been adjusted
for di¨erent core sizes more than 5 (†ve) times.
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Load the Ribbon Cartridge
If you are using media that requires Thermal Transfer media, perform
this step. If you are using journal stock, or media that uses direct
thermal technology to print labels, omit this step.
Figure 9.1-Open the Printer Covers
3. Press the Ribbon
Cartridge Cover latch.
Cover will slide open
1. Open the Printer Covers
Refer to Figure 9.1.
• Press the latch release button on the side of the printer as shown at
“1” in figure 9.1. The media cover will open automatically
• Press on the Ribbon Cartridge Cover latch. The cover will slide
open.
1. Press down on the
2. Media cover
Media Cover Latch Lever
opens
2. Load the Ribbon Cartridge.
Refer to Figure 9.2.
Select the correct Thermal Transfer cartridge for the media you will be us-
ing. Consult a Zebra sales representative for information regarding proper
media selection for your application.
Figure 9.2-Load the Ribbon Cartridge
3. Locating pins
2. Drop the cartridge in place
on the cartridge
over the printhead as shown.
must lock into the
printer frame.
• Remove the tape holding the transfer ribbon in place.
• Pre-tension the transfer ribbon to remove wrinkles by turning the take-
up roll until the media is stretched flat between the two rolls of the
Ribbon Cartridge cartridge.
1. Remove tape and pre-tension
the media to remove wrinkles.
• Drop the appropriate cartridge in place. The locating pins on either
side of the cartridge must be secured in the printer frame.
The Ribbon Cartridges are protected by a security device which
verifies compatiblity with P4T Series printers. Use of third party
cartridges will cause the printer to malfunction, and will void the
factory warranty.
3. Close the Printer Covers
Figure 9.3-Close the Printer Covers
Refer to Figure 9.3.
2. Slide the Ribbon Car-
tridge Cover closed until it
locks in place.
1. Ensure Media is
pulled out of
Printer
• If you have not done so, load label media into the printer as detailed
previously, ensuring that the media has been pulled out of the printer
past the printhead.
• Slide the Ribbon Cartridge cover closed until it latches in place.
Always close the Ribbon Cartridge cover before closing the media
cover.
3. Close the
Media Cover
• Close the media cover and ensure it latches in place.
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Printer Controls
Operator Controls
The printer control panel has buttons for the power on/off and media feed functions and a display which provides information regard-
ing printer functions and application prompts. Two navigation keys provide easy selection of menu options.
The “Scroll Forward” button allows scrolling through the various options and settings. The “Scroll Back” button allows scrolling back
through previously viewed menus. Pressing the “Select” button selects the currently highlighted option or function.
The status icons at the top of the screen indicate the state of various printer functions per the table below. Refer to the Troubleshooting sec-
tion for more information on the printer status icons.
IndicatesaBluetoothconnectionisestablished.ThisiconisfunctionalonlyonP4TSeriesprinterswitha
Bluetooth wireless option installed.
Indicates that the printer is associated with a wireless Local Area Network (LAN) using an 802.11b/g
compliantradio. ThisiconisfunctionalonlyonaP4TSeriesprinterwithaWLANwirelessoptioninstalled.
A«ashingiconindicatesthattheprinterdoesnotdetectanylabelmedia. Thiscouldindicateanoutof
media condition, or improperly loaded media.
A «ashing icon indicates that the thermal transfer †lm is depleted.
A «ashing icon indicates that data is being transferred to the printer.
A«ashingoutsideelementofthebatteryiconindicateslowchargestatus.Youshouldsuspendanyprinting
operations and recharge or replace the Battery Pack as soon as is convenient.
Cyclingchargelevelelementswithinthe batteryiconindicatetheP4TSeriesbatteryisbeingchargedby
the AC Adapter. Refer to Charger section of this manual.
Figure 10 -P4T Series Printer Controls & LCD Icons
Select Button
Scroll Forward Button
Press to scroll to the next
menu choice on the display.
Scroll Back Button
Press to scroll to the previous
menu choice on the display.
.
Press to select a menu choice on
the display.
If the printer displays:
“Please Recondition the Battery”
and beeps †ve times, the user
should recondition the battery to
return it to optimal operation.
To recondition the battery, charge
the battery fully overnight and then
use the printer until the printer
shuts down due to a low battery
condition.
Charge the battery again until it
is fully charged. At that point the
battery will be reconditioned. If the
battery is not reconditioned prop-
erly the indicated battery charge
level will indicate that there is more
charge remaining in the battery
pack than is actually available. Re-
conditioning performed as prompt-
ed by the printer will ensure accu-
rate capacity indication throughout
the serviceable life of the battery
pack.
Printer Status
Icons
Power Button
Press to turn unit on.
Press again to turn unit
o¨.
Refer to the Trouble-
shooting section for
more information on
the status icons.
Feed Button
Press to advance a
blank label or a pre-
determined length of
journal media.
Display
Indicates status mes-
sages and menu
prompts..
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Programmable LCD Settings
In addition to the status icons, the LCD on the control panel can display many of the printer’s settings and functions as text as deter-
mined by the printer’s application. Applications can be written to allow the user to view and /or modify these settings using the scroll
and select keys on the display. Refer to the following tables for a partial set of printer features that can be programmed to display on
the LCD.
The LCD has a backlighting option which allows viewing of the screen in a dark environment, or provides better contrast in a very bright
environment. Use of the display backlight will decrease the time the printer will run between charges. Refer to the section “Extending
Battery Life” for more information.
Extended LCD Functions
Function
Default setting
Bar
Scroll & Select Options
• Bar
Sensor Type
• Gap
• 9600
• 19200
Baud Rate
19200
• 32400
• 57600
• 115200
• 7
Data Bits
Parity
8
• 8
• E (Even)
N (none)
8
• N (None)
• O (Odd)
• Increase (15max.)
• Decrease (15 max.)
• Decrease (0 min.)2
• Increase (120 max.)
• 1 – Low
LCD Contrast
No-activity Timeout 120 sec.
Audio Volume
3
• 2 – Medium
• 3 - High
• Journal
Media Type
Journal
• Label
• Momentary On w/ time delay
• O¨
LCD Backlight3
Momentary On
FactoryReset(Resets
all to factory set
values)
• No
• Yes
No
NOTES:
1: LCD menu options are under speci†c application control. Not all options may be available In your printer’s application.
2: A No-activity timeout value of “0” means the printer will remain on until powered o¨ by the operator.
3: LCD Backlight turns on when any key other than FEED is pressed.
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Display Functions Not Controlled from the Keypad
While the parameters in this table can appear on the display they can be set only by using a PC running Zebra’s Label Vista label cre-
ation program and a data cable link to the printer.
Function
WLAN ID
Default setting
Scroll & Select Options
Factory Set Value
N/A
• Increase (max. = +10)
Tear-o¨Position(TopofForm) 00
Network & RF Settings
• Decrease (min. = -120)
• All protocols On
• Protocols On or O¨ individually
• O¨
Bridge Mode
O¨
O¨
• On
• On
DTR/VBUS-Power O¨
• O¨
• Increase (max.= +120)
• Decrease (min. = 000
DisplayscurrentBluetoothoperatingparameters
Displays current 802.11g WLAN parameters
•Journal
Present-at
000
n/a
Bluetooth parameters
802.11goperatingparameters n/a
Media Type Journal
•Label
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Adjustable Shoulder Strap
Figure 11- Shoulder Strap
Pull Strap here
to lengthen
Hold Buckle
Pull Strap here
to shorten
Snap into feature on
printer
Refer to figure above. Snap each end of the shoulder strap into the retaining features on top of the printer. Hold the buckle and adjust
the strap as shown until you achieve the desired length.
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Verify the Printer Is Working
Before you connect the printer to your computer or
portable data terminal, make sure that the printer is in
proper working order. You can do this by printing a con-
figuration label using the “two key reset” method. If you
can’t get this label to print, refer to the “Troubleshooting”
section of this manual
Figure 12 -Sample P4T Series Con†guration Label
Printing a Con†guration Label
1.Turn the printer off. Load the media compartment
with journal media (media with no black bars printed
on the back)
2. Press and hold the Feed Button.
3. Press and release the Power button and keep the
Feed button pressed. When printing starts, release
the Feed button.
The unit will print a line of interlocking “x” characters
to ensure all elements of the printhead are working, print
out the version of software loaded in the printer and then
print two reports.
The first report indicates the printer model, ROM ver-
sion, serial number, baud rate, etc. The second report
prints out more detailed information on the printer’s con-
figuration and parameter settings. If no second report
appears, there is no application loaded.
See the Troubleshooting Section for a further discussion
on how to interpret the configuration label as a diagnostic
tool.
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Connecting the Printer
The printer must establish communications with a host device which sends the data to be printed. Communications occur in three
basic ways:
• By a cable between the printer and its host terminal using either RS232C or USB protocols
• By means of a Bluetooth short-range radio frequency link
• By means of a wireless LAN (Local Area Network) per 802.11b/g specifications
Cable Communications
Caution • The printer should be turned o¨ before connecting or disconnecting any communications cable.
Note • All P4T series printers can communicate by cable; the specific cable used with your printer can vary with the host
terminal.
Figure 13: P4T Series Communication Ports
Battery Charging
Receptacle
USB Port
Align Locking Plug
features with these
cutouts.
Rotate clockwise
to lock the cable
in place; counter-
clockwise to un-
lock the cable.
RS232/USB Port
Serial (RS232C) or USB Port
The 10- pin modular connector on your communications cable plugs into the combination RS232C/USB communications port on the
side of the printer. Signals and pin assignments for both communications ports are in the Specifications section of this manual.
The protocol used with this port is determined by the communications cable you are using. Refer to Appendix A for more information
on the communications cables offered with the P4T Series.
Plug the connector into the RS232 port and ensure its locking device has clicked into position.
The other end of the cable must be plugged into the host terminal as shown in Figure 14, or to a serial port on a computer as shown
in Figure 15.
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USB
P4T Series Printers also have a USB type B port located directly above and to the right of the RS232C port. (Refer to Figure 13)
The USB port is configured with the USB Open HCI interface driver allowing it to communicate with Windows® based devices. USB
devices may require the installation of special drivers to use the USB connection. Consult your Zebra re-seller or the factory for further
details.
Figure 14- Connecting to a Terminal
Communications Ports
Figure 15- Connecting to a PC
Communications Ports
RS-232C or USB
Terminal
Communications Cable to
Computer
RS232C or USB
Refer to Appendix A for part numbers.
Communications Cable
to Terminal
USB
Connector
USB
Connector
RS232
Connector
RS232
Connector
RS232
Connector
USB
Connector
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Connect the Printer by Radio
If your P4T Series printer has a radio option, you can connect wirelessly to either a terminal or a wireless network (WLAN.) Refer to the
Mobile Printer Wireless Configuration Guide available on the product CD or at www.zebra.com/manuals for help on setting up wireless
communications with your printer.
Figure 16- Connecting Wirelessly to a Terminal
P4T Series printer with
Wireless option
Terminal with wireless
communications
capability
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Such dual radio equipped P4T units will have an FCC
ID: I28-ZB4LAN-01 and and an Industrie Canada ID:
3798B-ZB4LAN01. The FCC and IC ID numbers and other
regulatory information for this radio configuration are also lo-
cated on the serial number label of printers built for the North
American region.
Wireless Communications
Wireless Communications with Bluetooth®
“Bluetooth” is a worldwide standard for the exchange of data
between two devices via radio frequencies. Bluetooth radios are
relatively low powered to help prevent interference with other de-
vices running at similar radio frequencies. This limits the range of
a Bluetooth device to about 10 meters (about 32 feet).
Refer to Appendix D of this manual for more information on
locating the Product Con†guration Code.
Both the printer and the device it communicates with must follow
the Bluetooth standard.
Printers equipped with either of the 802.11b/g radio options allow
wireless communication as a node within a WLAN and its wireless
capabilities allow communications from any point within the WLAN’s
perimeter. P4T printers equipped with the dual Bluetooth/802.11b/g
WLAN radio configuration can be linked to both a WLAN and a
Bluetooth network simultaneously.
Methods of establishing communications to P4T Series print-
ers will vary with each LAN application. General information on
establishing WLAN communications can be found in either the
”CPCL Programmers Manual” or the “Quick Start Guide for Mobile
Wireless Printers” both available on-line at the Zebra Web site
tion utilities may also be found in Zebra’s Label Vista™ program
(version 2.8 and later). The latest version of Label Vista may be
downloaded from Zebra’s Web site.
Bluetooth Networking Overview
Each Bluetooth enabled P4T series printer has a unique Bluetooth
Device Address (BDA) loaded into its radio module when manu-
factured.
Bluetooth software is always running in the background, ready to
respond to connection requests. One device (known as the master
or the client) must request a connection with another. The second
device (the slave or the server) then accepts or rejects the connec-
tion. A Bluetooth enabled P4T series printer will normally act as
a slave creating a miniature network with the terminal sometimes
referred to as a “piconet.”
For the most part, communications using Bluetooth are initiated
and processed without any operator intervention.
P4T Series printers can be equipped with both a Bluetooth and
an 802.11b/g radio, allowing communications with both Bluetooth
enabled devices and a Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) (see
discussion below).
Setting Up the Software
P4T Series printers use Zebra’s CPCL Programming language
which was designed for mobile printing applications. CPCL is fully
described in the ”CPCL Programmers Manual”, available on-line
at the Zebra Web site.
You can also use Label Vista™, Zebra’s Windows based label cre-
ation program which uses a graphical interface to create and edit
labels in the CPCL language.
All P4T Series printers support an interpreter for the ZPL II pro-
gramming language. RP4T printers (with RFID encoding/reading
capabilities) use the ZPL programming language’s extensive set of
RFID commands.
If you plan to use ZPL II , refer to the appropriate Programming
Guides available on-line from Zebra’s Web site.
Wireless Local Area Network Overview
P4T Series printers can be equipped with several radio options
which use the industry standard 802.11b or g WLAN protocols.
• P4T Series Wireless Network Printers with the Zebra 802.11b/g
WLAN radio module can be identified by the Product Con-
figuration Code (PCC) on the serial number label on the back
of the printer. Printers with this option will have a “K” as the
seventh character of the PCC Code. Printers with this option
may also be identified by the FCC ID: I28-PLAN11BG, or the
Industrie Canada ID: 3798B-PLAN11BGon printers built for the
North American region.
• P4T printers with both an 802.11b/g WLAN radio and a
Bluetooth radio running in the same unit are considered to be
dual radio devices. Printers with this option will have an “A”
as the seventh character of the PCC Code.
If you have a printer with wireless capabilities, you can refer to
the “Wireless Configuration Guide.” also available on the Zebra
web site.
If you choose to use a third party label preparation system, follow
the installation instructions included in the package.
RP4T model printers cannot be configured with the 802.11g/
Bluetooth dual radio option.
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Radio Regulatory Information
Bluetooth ZBR4 Radio
WLAN Module Using 802.11b/g Radio
The following section only applies when the Bluetooth ZBR4 module is installed in a P4T
series printer. This radio con†guration has demonstrated compliance to FCC regulations.
P4T series printers with this con†guration sold in North America will have the FCC ID:
I28-MD-ZBR4WA and the Industrie Canada ID: 3798B-ZBR4WA for this radio module on a
label on the back of the printer.
The following section only applies when the 802.11b/g WLAN module is installed in a P4T
series printer. Other than conditions speci†ed elsewhere in this manual, only one of the
radio options can be installed in the printer at one time and the antenna used for these
transmitters must not be co-located or must not operate in conjunction with any other
antenna.
P4T Series printers for sale in North America will have the 802.11b/g radio FCC ID:
I28-PLAN11BG, and the Industrie Canada ID: 3798B-PLAN11BG printed on a label on the
back of the unit.
Caution • Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation.
The radiated output power of this internal Bluetooth radio
is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. The
internal Bluetooth radio operates within guidelines found
in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations.
Do not use the printer in an unauthorized manner.
Caution • The radiated output power of this internal 802.11b/g
WLAN radio is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure
limits. The internal radio operates within guidelines found
in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations.
Do not use the printer in an unauthorized manner.
Note • The following section only applies when the ZBR4
Bluetooth Radio is installed in a P4T Series printer. Unless
specified elsewhere in this manual, the antenna used for this
transmitter must not be co-located or must not operate in
conjunction with any other antenna.
European Regulatory Information for this Radio
AT BE CY CZ DK
EE FI FR DE GR
HU IE
IT LV LT
LU MT NL PL PT
SK SI ES SE GB
European Regulatory Information for the ZBR4 Bluetooth Radio
This device is intended for use in all EU and EFTA member states.
Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity
This device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive
1999/5/EC. The following test methods have been applied in order to prove
presumption of compliance with the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC:
Note: -Member states in the EU with restrictive use for this device are
crossed out!
This device is also authorized for use in all EFTA member states (CH, IS, LI, NO)
• EN55022
European Immunity Standard
• EN 60950-1
Safety of Information Technology Equipment
• EN 300 328
Technical requirements for spread-spectrum radio equipment
• EN 301 489
Important Notice:
This device is a portable RF printer
intended for commercial and industrial use
in all EU and EFTA member states except in
France where restrictive use applies
EMC requirements for spread-spectrum radio equipment.
This device is a 2.4 GHz wireless LAN transceiver, intended for indoor home and office
use in all EU and EFTA member states.
Important Notice:
This device is a portable RF printer intended
for commercial and industrial use in all EU
and EFTA member states.
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Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity
NCC (Taiwan) Compliance Statement
This device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive
1999/5/EC. The following test methods have been applied in order to prove
presumption of compliance with the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC:
• EN55022
經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機,非經許可,公司、商號或使用
者均不得擅自變更頻率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。
低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信;經發
現有干擾現象時,應立即停用,並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。
前項合法通信,指依電信法規定作業之無線電通信。低功率射頻
電機須忍受合法通信或工業、科學及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備
之干擾。
European Emissions Standard
• EN 60950-1
Safety of Information Technology Equipment
• EN 300 328-2 V1.2.1
Technical requirements for spread-spectrum radio equipment
• EN 301 489-17 V1.2.1
“ According to “Administrative Regulations on Low Power Radio Waves Radiated
Devices” Without permission granted by the NCC, any company, enterprise, or
user is not allowed to change frequency, enhance transmitting power or alter
original characteristic as well as performance to a approved low power radio-
frequency devices. The low power radio-frequency devices shall not influence
aircraft security and interfere legal communications; If found, the user shall
cease operating immediately until no interference is achieved. The said legal
communications means radio communications is operated in compliance with the
Telecommunications Act.
EMC requirements for spread-spectrum radio equipment.
This device is a 2.4 GHz wireless LAN transceiver, intended for indoor home and
office use in all EU and EFTA member states, except in France where restrictive
use applies.
The use of this frequency band in France is subject to restrictions. You may only
use channels 10 and 11 (2457 and 2462 MHz) on French territory, except in those
French departments as listed in the table below where channels 1-13 (2412-
The low power radio-frequency devices must be susceptible with the interference
from legal communications or ISM radio wave radiated devices.”
01
02
03
05
08
09
10
Ain
Aisne
36
37
39
41
42
45
50
Indre
Indre et Loire
Jura
69
70
71
72
75
77
78
Rhone
Haute Saone
Saone et Loire
Sarthe
Allier
Hautes Alpes
Ardennes
Ariege
Loir et Cher
Loire
Paris
Loiret
Seine et Marne
Yvelines
Aube
Manche
Meurthe et
Moselle
11
Aude
54
79
Deux Sievres
12
16
19
2A
2B
21
24
Aveyron
Charente
Correze
55
57
58
59
60
61
63
Meuse
Moselle
Nievre
82
84
86
88
89
90
91
Tarn et Garonne
Vaucluse
Vienne
Corse Sud
Haute Corse
Cote d’Or
Dordogne
Nord
Vosges
Oise
Yonne
Orne
Territoire de Belfort
Essonne
Puy de Dome
Pyrenees
Atlantique
25
26
27
Doubs
Drome
Eure
64
65
66
92
Hauts de Seine
Seine St Denis
Val de Marne
Hautes Pyrenees 93
Pyrenees
Orientales
94
32
35
Gers
67
68
Bas Rhin
Ille et Vilaine
Haute Rhin
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802.11b/g and Bluetooth Co-located Radio
Modules
The following section only applies when the CF (Compact Flash) WLAN module and
Bluetooth ZBR4 module are installed in a P4T printer. This co-located radio con†guration
has demonstrated compliance to FCC regulations. P4T printers with this con†guration
sold in North America will have the FCC ID: I28-ZB4LAN-01 and the Industrie Canada ID:
3798B-ZB4LAN01 for this radio con†guration printed on a label on the back of the printer.
This device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive
1999/5/EC. The following test methods have been applied in order to prove
presumption of compliance with the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC:
• EN 60950-1
Safety of Information Technology Equipment
• EN 300 328-2 V1.2.1
Technical requirements for spread-spectrum radio equipment
• EN 301 489-17 V1.2.1
Caution • Use of a P4T printer with the co-located ZBR4
Bluetooth radio module and the 802.11b/g WLAN radio
module meets the FCC requirements for radio frequency (RF)
radiation exposure in the standard body worn configuration
with no minimum separation. In this configuration, which
applies whether the belt clip or shoulder strap is used, the
face of the printer from which paper is transported is facing
away from the user’s body. The standard configuration must
always be used when the printer is body worn.
EMC requirements for spread-spectrum radio equipment.
This device is a 2.4 GHz wireless LAN transceiver, intended for indoor home and
office use in all EU and EFTA member states, except in France where restrictive
use applies.
The use of this frequency band in France is subject to restrictions. You may only
use channels 10 and 11 (2457 and 2462 MHz) on French territory, except in those
French departments as listed in the table below where channels 1-13 (2412-
01
02
03
05
08
09
10
Ain
Aisne
36
37
39
41
42
45
50
Indre
Indre et Loire
Jura
69
70
71
72
75
77
78
Rhone
Haute Saone
Saone et Loire
Sarthe
The radiated output power of this radio configuration is far
below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Both the
internal Bluetooth and the 802.11b/G radio operate within
guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and
recommendations. Do not use the printer in an unauthorized
manner.
Allier
Hautes Alpes
Ardennes
Ariege
Loir et Cher
Loire
Paris
Loiret
Seine et Marne
Yvelines
Aube
Manche
Meurthe et
Moselle
11
Aude
54
79
Deux Sievres
RP4T printers are not con†gured with this radio option.
12
16
19
2A
2B
21
24
Aveyron
Charente
Correze
55
57
58
59
60
61
63
Meuse
Moselle
Nievre
82
84
86
88
89
90
91
Tarn et Garonne
Vaucluse
European Regulatory Information for the Compact Flash 802.11b Radio
and Bluetooth Co-located Radio Modules
Vienne
Corse Sud
Haute Corse
Cote d’Or
Dordogne
Nord
Vosges
AT BE CY CZ DK
EE FI FR DE GR
Oise
Yonne
Orne
Territoire de Belfort
Essonne
HU IE
IT LV LT
Puy de Dome
LU MT NL PL PT
SK SI ES SE GB
Pyrenees
Atlantique
25
26
27
Doubs
Drome
Eure
64
65
66
92
Hauts de Seine
Seine St Denis
Val de Marne
Hautes Pyrenees 93
Note: -Member states in the EU with restrictive use for this device are
crossed out!
This device is also authorized for use in all EFTA member states (CH, IS, LI, NO)
Pyrenees
Orientales
94
32
35
Gers
67
68
Bas Rhin
Ille et Vilaine
Haute Rhin
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RFID Encoder
The following section only applies when the RFID encoder is in-
stalled in an RP4T printer. The RFID encoder may be installed in con-
junction with either the Bluetooth or 802.11g radio options detailed
previously, but may not be installed with the Bluetooth/802.11g
dual radio option.
RP4T Series printers will have the fifth character of the Product
Configuration Code (PCC), which determines country compatibility
for the RFID encoder, per the following table:
PCC
digit “5”
RFID option
Printer Model
No RFID
US
0
U
1
P4T
RP4T
RP4T
RP4T
RP4T
RP4T
RP4T
RP4T
RP4T
RP4T
RP4T
RP4T
RP4T
RP4T
RP4T
EU
Australia
Taiwan
New Zealand
Brazil
2
6
8
9
China
A
B
C
D
E
Malaysia
Phillipines
India
El Salvador
Isreal
F
Japan
G
H
Korea
The following table lists FCC and Industrie Canada ID numbers
for the various configurations of RP4T printer radio options.
Con†guration
RFID Encoder
FCC ID:
Industrie Canada ID:
3798B-M5ECZ01
I28RFID-M5ECZ-01
RFID Encoder & 801.11b/G Radio) I28RFID-R4LANG-01
RFID Encoder & BT2.0 Radio I28RFID-M5ZBR4-01
3798B-R4LANG01
3798B-M5ZBR401:
Caution • Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation.
The radiated output power of this RFID encoder is far below
the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. The RFID encoder
operates within guidelines found in radio frequency safety
standards and recommendations. Do not use the printer
in an unauthorized manner.
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Model RP4T RFID Encoder
Generation 2 Class 1 UHF Passive Tags Supported By The P4T
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The RP4T printer is equipped with an RFID encoder/reader, which
is integrated into the printer’s printhead assembly. The RP4T en-
codes (writes) information on ultra-thin UHF RFID transponders
that are embedded in “smart” labels, tickets, and tags. The printer
encodes the information; verifies proper encoding; and prints bar
codes, graphics, and/or text on the label’s surface. The RP4T printer
uses Zebra’s extensive set of RFID commends running under ZPL
programming language emulation.
The RFID transponder is sometimes called the RFID tag or an inlay.
The transponder is usually made of an antenna that is bonded to
an integrated circuit (IC) chip. The IC chip contains the RF circuit,
coders, decoders, and memory. If you hold an RFID label up to the
light, you can see the transponder’s antenna, and you can feel a
bump in the label where the IC chip is located.
The RP4T can encode and verify EPC (Electronic Product Code)
Generation 2 Class 1 UHF passive RFID tags, in addition to printing
human readable text and conventional 1 and 2-D barcode informa-
tion on Zebra supplied RFID thermal transfer media.
EPC is a product numbering standard that can be used to identify
a variety of items by using RFID technology. EPC Generation 2 tags
offer advantages over other tag types. The tag identification (TID)
memory in a Generation 2 tag includes the chip manufacturer and
model number information, which can be used to identify which
optional features are present on the tag. These optional features
include those for data content and security.
Encoding and printing of an RFID label usually are completed on the
first try, but some failures may occur. If you experience consistent
encoding failures, it may signal a problem with the RFID tags, your
label formats, or with the transponder placement.
If an RFID tag cannot be encoded, “VOID” will be printed on the
label. The printer then attempts to read/encode “n” labels before
the next format is attempted, where “n” is specified by the ZPL
programming language “^RS” command. Acceptable values of “n”
are 1 to 10 and the default is 3. After printing the defined number of
voided RFID labels, printer will go into an error mode. The printer
response to an error is defined by the RFID Setup command and
will allow:
1. No Action (Label format causing the error is dropped)
2. Notification to the Host of the details of the error (Label format
causing the error is dropped).
The user has control of where on the label the VOID is printed.
More information on the “^RS” command may be found in Zebra’s
RFID Programming Guide available on the corporate Web site.
Gen 2 tags typically have a 96-bit EPC identifier, which is different
from the 64-bit identifiers common in early EPC tags. The 96-bit
EPC code links to an online database, providing a secure way of
sharing product-specific information along the supply chain.
Gen 2 tags also support much larger data structures. The size of
user memory available (if any) varies by the model and manufac-
turer of the tag.
Print quality will be reduced when attempting to print over
the transponder portion of an RFID label. It is recommended
that RFID label layouts should not allow printing over the
RFID transponder portion of a label.
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Preventive Maintenance
• Remove the battery from the printer if it won’t be used for a day
or more and you’re not performing a maintenance charge.
• Consider purchasing an extra battery.
Extending Battery Life
• Avoid exposing the battery to direct sunlight or temperatures
over 104 °F (40 °C).
• Remember that any rechargeable battery will lose its ability
to maintain a charge over time and can be recharged only a
finite number of times before it must be replaced. The “Smart
Battery” feature of the P4T Series monitors the battery pack’s
condition and will prompt you when a battery pack is nearing
the end of its useful life.
• Always use a Zebra charger designed specifically for Lithium-
Ion batteries. Use of any other kind of charger may damage
the battery.
Caution • Do not print while an LI72 Single Charger is
plugged into the unit. Unreliable battery charging can
result.
Always dispose of used batteries properly. Refer to Appendix E
for more information on proper battery disposal.
• Use the correct media for your printing requirements. An au-
thorized Zebra re-seller can help you determine the optimum
media for your application.
• If you print the same text or graphic on every label, consider
using a preprinted label.
• When the printer displays “Please Recondition The Battery”
and beeps five times, the user should recondition the battery
to return it to optimal capacity Refer to the Operator Controls
section of this manual for information in reconditioning the
battery.
• Choose the correct print darkness and print speed for your
media.
• RP4T printers (with the RFID encoder/reader): adjust the en-
coder settings to use the minimum power required for the
RFID media in use.
• Use software handshaking (XON/XOFF) whenever possible.
• Use the LCD display backlight only when necessary. Turn it
off whenever it is not needed.
General Cleaning Instructions
Caution • Always turn the printer o¨ before cleaning.
To avoid possible personal injury or damage to the printer, never insert any pointed or sharp objects into the printer.
Use care when working near the Tear Bar. The edges are very sharp.
Caution • The printhead can become very hot after prolonged printing. Allow it to cool off before attempting any cleaning
procedures.
Caution • Use only cleaning agents specified in the P4T Series cleaning instructions. Zebra Technologies Corporation will not
be responsible for damage caused by any other cleaning materials used on this printer.
Clean the printer with either a Zebra cleaning pen or a cotton swab saturated with 70% Isopropyl alcohol.
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P4T Series Cleaning
Caution • To avoid possible personal injury or damage to the printer never insert sharp or pointed objects into the printer
mechanism.
Figure 17.1- P4T Series Cleaning
Tear Edge
Printhead
Elements
Gap Sensor
Media
Support Disks
Bar
Sensor
Peeler Bar
Platen Surface
Figure 17.2- Cleaning the P4T Series Peeler Assembly
Label Presence
Sensor
Area
Cleaning Method
Interval
Use a Zebra cleaning pen to clean the print
elements from end to end (the print elements
are located in the thin gray line on the
printhead).
PrintheadElements
Platen Surface
After every †ve rolls of media (or more
often, if needed)
Rotate the platen roller and clean it thoroughly
with the cleaning pen.
Peeler Bar
Tear Edge
Exterior
Clean thoroughly with the cleaning pen.
Wipe with water-dampened cloth
As needed
Brush/air blow. Ensure the Bar Sensor, Gap
Sensor and Label Present Sensor windows and
the Media Support Disks are free of dust.
Interior
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Troubleshooting
LCD Control Panel
The top of the display shows icons indicating the status of various printer functions. Check the icon’s status and refer to the referenced
Troubleshooting topic on the following pages.
Ref. to Troubleshooting
Topic
Icon
Status
On
Indication
Bluetooth link established
n/a
O¨
On
O¨
No Bluetooth link
6,8
n/a
6,8
802.11b/g RF Link established
No 802.11b/g RF Link
Number of bars indicates 802.11g signal strength
n/a
Outericonelement«ashing Low Battery
4, 6,
Number of bars indicates battery charge level.
Displaywillcyclethroughthebatteryiconsifitisundergoingacharge n/a
from the AC Adapter.
Flashing
Flashing
Flashing
Batterytoohotortoocoldtocharge
Out of Media
2
9
9
Ribbon Cartridge depleted
Data transfer in process
Flashing
n/a
n/a
Batteryvoltagetoolowtoturnprinter
on or no application loaded
Blank Screen
1,14
2. AC Adapter is plugged in and the battery icon is
alternately «ashing and
Troubleshooting Topics
.
1. No power:
•Indicates that the battery is out of its safe charging temperature
range. Charging will resume when the battery reaches a safe
charging temperature.
•Check that battery is installed properly.
•Recharge or replace battery as necessary.
•If the battery voltage is outside of the range at which the printer
will turn on and the AC Adapter is plugged into printer, the
printer will not turn on. The battery will start to charge, but
the user will have no indication that the battery is charging.
When the battery reaches a valid operating voltage range, the
printer will still not turn on unless the user manually turns it
on, or unplugs and re-plugs the charge cable.
3. Media does not feed:
•Be sure printhead is closed and latched.
•Check media support components for any binding.
•If unit is equipped with label presence sensor, ensure the most
recently printed label is removed.
•Ensure label sensor is not blocked.
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Troubleshooting Topics (continued)
free operation when loading media into the peeler assembly.
Correct media alignment if necessary.
4. Poor or faded print or low battery icon (
«ashing:
)
12. Prints multiple “Void” messages:
•Clean printhead.
•RP4T printers only: Ensure you have installed RFID media.
Printer cannot verify RF encoding on non-RFID media and will
print “Void” on a pre-set number of labels before stopping.
•Check battery pack. Recharge or replace as necessary.
Always dispose of used battery packs properly. Refer to
Appendix E for more information.
13. Communication Error:
•Check media is loaded, head is closed and all error indicators
•Check quality of media.
are off.
•Replace cable to terminal.
5. Partial/missing print:
•Check Ribbon Cartridge and/or label media alignment.
•Clean printhead.
14. Screen blank
•No application loaded. Attempt to re-load application and
restart printer.
•Ensure printhead is properly closed and latched.
6. No print:
•No power. See Topic “1” of this section.
•Replace battery pack.
•Check cable to terminal.
•Wireless units only: Restore wireless connection.
•Units using Thermal Transfer media: Ensure Ribbon Cartridge
has been installed.
7. Reduced battery life:
•Check battery pack date code. If battery is one to two years
old, short life may be due to normal aging.
•Check printer display. If battery has exceeded a factory set
number of charge cycles the printer will display a message
that the battery needs re-conditioning or replacing.
•Replace battery pack.
8.
or
icon o¨:
•Units with Bluetooth or 802.11g option only: indicates no radio
link has been established.
9.
or
«ashing:
•Check that label media is loaded.
•Replace Ribbon Cartridge if depleted.
•Check that the printhead is closed and securely latched.
10. Skips labels:
•Ensure correct media is being used.
•Ensure bar/ or gap sensor is not blocked.
•Ensure label design does not exceed actual media length.
11. Prints “wrinkle pattern” or partial characters:
•EnsureRibbonCartridgehasbeentensionedpriortoinstallation.
Problem will self-correct after printing a few labels.
•Ensure label media tracks properly when emerging from printer.
Use the alignment marks on the printer cover to ensure wrinkle
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Troubleshooting Techniques
“Press FEED key to enter DUMP mode.”
3. Press the FEED key. The printer will print: “Entering DUMP
mode.”
Printing a Con†guration Label
To print out a listing of the printer’s current configuration follow
these steps:
1.Turn the printer off. Load the media compartment with journal
media (media with no black bars printed on the back)
2. Press and hold the Feed Button.
3. Press and release the Power button and keep the Feed button
pressed. When printing starts, release the Feed button.
4. The printer will create two reports. The first report is a basic
functional test of the printer. It prints a series of interlocking
“X” characters which acts as a test of the printhead elements
and reports on basic features of the printer including memory
installed.
Note • If the FEED key is not pressed within 3 seconds, the
printer will print “DUMP mode not entered” and will resume
normal operation.
4. At this point, the printer is in DUMP mode and will print the ASCII
hex codes of any data sent to it, and their text representation (or
“.” if not a printable character).
Additionally, a file with a “.dmp” extension containing the ASCII
information will be created and stored in the printer’s memory. It
can be viewed, “cloned” or deleted using the Label Vista applica-
tion. (Refer the Label Vista documentation for more information.)
To terminate the Communications Diagnostics Mode:
The second report is a detailed list of the printer’s configura-
tion, including any options installed (such as radios) and cur-
rent status of system settings.
1.Turn the printer OFF.
2. Wait 5 seconds.
3. Turn the printer ON.
Refer to Figures 18.1 through 18.2 for a sample configuration
label printout.
Performing a Forced Shutdown
The printer will resume normal operation.
Calling Technical Support
If the printer fails to print the configuration label, or you encounter
problems not covered in the Troubleshooting Guide, contact Zebra
Technical Support. You will need to supply the following informa-
tion:
It the printer has locked up and is not responding to any operator
inputs or external commands, from either a connected terminal or
a linked LAN, you can perform a forced shutdown.
• If the printer software locks up during normal operation, force
the printer to shut down by pressing and holding the Power
Button for 3 seconds.
• Model number/type (e.g. P4T, RP4T)
• Unit serial number (14 digit number, including dashes) and
Product Configuration Code (PCC) (15 digit number, including
dashes). Refer to Appendix D for the location of these num-
bers.
• If you try to turn the printer off normally and the software
locks up, the printer will automatically shut itself off after a 10
second delay.
• If you try to turn the printer off and it does not respond, you
can force an immediate shut down by pressing and holding
the Power Button again within 10 seconds.
• Technical support contact information may be found in Ap-
pendix D of this manual.
A forced shutdown will preserve the printer’s data and settings.
Communications Diagnostics
If there’s a problem transferring data between a terminal or WLAN,
placing the printer in the Communications Diagnostics Mode (also
referred to as the “DUMP” mode) will allow diagnostic analysis. The
printer will print transmitted data as ASCII characters and their text
representation (or a period “.” if not a printable character) for any
data received from the host terminal or network
To enter Communications Diagnostics Mode:
1. Print a configuration label as described above.
2. At the end of 2nd diagnostics report, the printer will print:
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Figure 18.1- P4T Series Con†guration Label Sample
Print Head Test
First diagnostic report for all P4T
Series printers
End of First Report
Wireless Communi-
cations section for a
P4T Series with an
802.11 radio installed
Unit Serial Number
Installed software and
†rmware
Information on TCP/
IP and LAN address-
es and settings.
Settings for RS232
and USB communi-
cations via cable
Wireless
Communications
section with a
Bluetooth radio
installed.
Information on
any installed
802.11b/g wire-
less devices.
In this example,
an 802.11b WLAN
card has been
detected.
Units with no
wireless options will
print an empty line
and resume printing.
Second diagnostic report for a printer with an
802.11b/g radio
Second diagnostic report for a printer with a
Bluetooth radio
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Figure 18.2- P4T Series Con†guration Label Sample
Command languges
supported. P4T
Series supports
both CPCL languge
and emulates ZPLII.
Con†guration
settings for
ZPL language
emulation
Flash Memory Size
RAM Size
End of Con†gura-
tion Report
Maximum label
dimensions and
label sensor
settings
End of second diagnostic report
Resident Fonts
Installed
Files Loaded in
Printer Memory.
Will include †le for
LCD prompts (.wml
format)
Amount of Memory
Available
Second diagnostic report continued
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Specifications
Figure 19- P4T Series Communication Ports
1
Note.- Printer specifications are subject to change without
notice.
Printing Speci†cations
5
Maximum Print Width
4.09 in. [103,8 mm]
2.0 in. /sec. [50,8 mm/second ]
Direct Thermal mode
Print Speed @ 30% density
USB
1.5 in/sec. [38,1 mm/second]
Thermal Transfer mode
DistancefromPrintElementtoTear
Edge
0.39 in. [9,91 mm] 41 dots
RS232/USB
Combination
Port
Print Head Life
Print Density
1,000,000 inches (25.4 Km) min.
203 dots/inch (8 dots/mm)
Memory/Communications Speci†cations
1
10
Flash Memory
RAM Memory
8 MB «ash (standard)
16 MB RAM)
RS-232C serial port (RJ-45 connector) Con†gurable
Baud rate (from 9600 to 115.2 Kbps), parity and data
bits. Software (X-ON/X-OFF) or hardware (DTR/STR)
communication handshake protocols.
Communications Ports
USB
Signal
Two USB 2.0 Full Speed Interface connections:
(1) a “B” type USB connector, and
Description
Standard Communications
Pin# Name
Type
(2) USB signals are also integrated into the RJ-45
connector.
Refer to the Communications Ports speci†cations and
Appendix A for information on USB cables.
1
2
3
4
5
VBUS
USB Bus Power
USB -
bi-directional I/O signals
bi-directional I/O signals
USB +
USB_ID
Return
Identi†es A/B connector
Ground
Bluetooth 2.0 compatible 2.4 GHz SRRF link
WirelessLANcapabilitiescomplywith802.11bor802.11g
protocols
OptionalWirelessCommunications
Real Time Clock (RTC)
RS232/USB
Co-located Bluetooth 2.0 + 802.11b/g radios (P4T only)
Signal
Timeanddateunderapplicationcontrol. RefertoCPCL
ProgrammingManual,availableatwww.zebra.comfor
RTC commands.
Description
Pin#
Name
Type
1
2
3
4
5
USB D- bi-directional I/O signals
USB D+ bi-directional I/O signals
RXD
TXD
DTR
input
output
output
Receive Data
Transmit Data
Data Terminal Ready- set high
when printer is on.
6
7
8
GND
DSR
RTS
Ground
input
Data Set Ready- low to high
output
Request To Send- set high when
printer is ready to accept a
command or data
9
CTS
input
Clear To Send from host
USB Bus Power
10
VBUS
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P4T Series Media Speci†cations
P4T Series Font and Bar Code Speci†cations
Media Width
2.0 in. to 4.12 in. (50,8 to 104,6 mm)
Codabar (NW-7)
UCC/EAN 128
Code 39
Max.continuousreceipt(w/std.memory) Continuous, dependent on installed memory
Inter-label Gap.
0.08in.to0.16in.(0.12in.preferred)(2mmto4mm
[3 mm preferred])
Code 93
Media Thickness
- Receipt Paper Minimum: 0.0032 in. (0,08 mm)
- Labels Maximum: 0.0082 in. (0,21 mm)
- Tag Maximum: 0.0065 in. (0,16 mm)
EAN 8/JAN 8, 2 and 5 digit extensions
EAN 13/JAN 13, 2 and 5 digit extensions
EAN 14/JAN 14, 2 and 5 digit extensions
lnterleaved 2 of 5
Same as above but thickness over RFID
element maximum 0.023 in. (0,58 mm)
RFID Label Thickness (RP4T only)
Media outside diameter.
MSI/Plessey
2.6 in. (66,04 mm) O.D.
FIM/POSTNET
0.75 in. (19 mm) minimum diameter;
1.38 in. (35 mm) RFID Media
Label Inner Core
UPC-A, 2 and 5 digit extensions
UPC-E, 2 and 5 digit extensions
QR Code
Linear & 2-D Bar
Codes Available
The re«ective media black marks should
extend past the centerline of the roll.
Black Mark Dimensions
Minimum mark width: 1.0 in. (25,4 mm)
perpendiculartoedgeofmedia,centeredwithinthe
width of the roll.
Marklength:0.094in. (2,4mm)paralleltoedgeof
media
MaxiCode
PDF 417
Media Requirements
Aztec
DataMatrix (using ZPL emulation)
RSS (Reduced Space Symbology®):
RSS-14 Truncated
RSS-14 Stacked
RSS-14 Stacked Omnidirectional
RSS Limited
Use Zebra brand direct or thermal transfer media that is outside wound. Media may be
re«ective (black mark) sensing, or transmissive (gap) sensing, die-cut, or continuous. P4T
Series units con†gured with the External Media option will accept fanfold media used
with an external media supply.
For die-cut labels, use only full auto dies.
RSS Expanded
TLC-39/Micro PDF
0°, 90°, 180°, and 270°
Rotation Angles
Fonts Available
StandardFonts:25bit-mappedfonts;1scalable(CGTrimvirate
Bold Condensed*)
Downloadableoptionalbit-mapped&scalablefontsviaLabel
Vista software
International character sets:
Chinese16x16(trad.),16x16(simpli†ed),24x24(simpli†ed);
Japanese 16 x 16, 24 x 24
Korean Myang 16 x 16
Greek
Hebrew/Arabic
*Contains UFST from Agfa Monotype Corporation
*Contains UFST from Agfa Monotype Corporation
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Physical/Environmental/Electrical Speci†cations
P4T Series
2.9 lbs. (1,32 Kg.)
Weightw/battery,andTTribbon
excludingmediaandradiooption
DirectThermal:-4°Fto122°F(-20°Cto50°C)
ThermalTransfer:32°Fto113°F(0°Cto45°C)
Operating Temperature
Charging Temperature
Storage Temperature
32 °F to 104 °F (0°C to 40 °C)
-22 °F to 149 °F (-30 °C to 65 °C)
Operating: 10% to 90%
(non-condensing)
Relative Humidity
Storage: 10% to 90%
(non-condensing)
7.4V Lithium-Ion 4.2 AHr.
14
(54 w/ optional soft case)
Battery
Intrusion Protection (IP) Rating
Figure 20-P4T Series Overall Dimensions
2.92 in.
[74,2 mm]
3.38 in.
[85,9 mm]
6.53 in.
[165,9 mm]
#8-32 x .30 DP.
x2
3.14 in.
[79,7 mm]
4.25 in.
[108,0 mm]
External Media
Supply Loading Slot
Appendix A
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Appendix A
Interface Cables
RS232 Download Cable
USB Cable
Part Number AT17010-1; USB A to USB Mini B Cable
Part Number AK17463-008; RW Mod Plug to 9-Pin DB PC Cable
10 PIN MOD Plug
(Printer Signals)
3 (RXD)
4 (TXD)
(DTR)
PIN 9
(TXD) 3
(RXD) 2
(DSR)
(GND)
(DTR)
(CTS)
5
6
5
4
8
6 (GND)
7 (DSR)
8 (RTS)
9 (CTS)
SHIELD
Contact the Factory or your Zebra Sales Representative
for more information on interface cables to most major
manufacturer’s data terminals.
PIN 1
(RTS) 7
SHIELD
PIN 10
PIN 1
USB Download Cable
for a listing of interface cables for all series of Zebra mobile
printers
Part Number AK18666-1; RW Mod Plug to USB A Cable
4 PIN USB
10 PIN MOD Plug
(Printer Signals)
(Type A Plug)
1 (VBUS)
2 (USB D-)
3 (USB D+)
4 (GND)
10 (VBUS)
1 (USB D-)
2 (USB D+)
6 (GND)
PIN 10
PIN 1
Appendix B & C
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Appendix B
Appendix C
Media Supplies
Maintenance Supplies
To insure maximum printer life and consistent print quality and
performance for your individual application, it is recommended
that only media produced by Zebra be used.
Advantages include:
In addition to using quality media provided by Zebra, it is recom-
mended that the printer be cleaned as prescribed in the Mainte-
nance section. The following items are available for this purpose:
• Consistent quality and reliability of media products.
• Large range of stocked and standard formats.
• In-house custom format design service.
• Cleaning Pen (12 pack), Reorder No. 105950-035
• Large production capacity which services the needs of many
large and small media consumers including major retail chains
world wide.
• Media products that meet or exceed industry standards.
For more information about standard or custom media contact your
re-seller or Zebra Technologies Corporation at +1.866.230.9495
(U.S., Canada and Mexico) and ask to speak to a Media Sales Rep-
resentative.
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Appendix D
Product Support
Serial and PCC Number Locations for P4T Series Printers
When calling with a specific problem regarding your printer, please
have the following information on hand:
• Model number/type (e.g. P4T, RP4T)
• Unit serial number
• Product Configuration Code (PCC)
For on-line product support and the most recent versions of down-
loadable user documentation, firmware and software utilities, go
to the Zebra Web site: www.zebra.com
In the Americas, contact
Regional Headquarters
Technical Support
Customer Service Dept
ZebraTechnologiesInternational,LLC T: +1 847 913 2259
333CorporateWoodsParkwayVernon F: +1 847 913 2578
For printers, parts, media,
and ribbon, please call your
distributor, or contact us.
P4T Series Product
Con†guration Code
(PCC)
Hills, Illinois 60061-3109 U.S.A
T: +1 847 793 2600
Toll-free +1 800 423 0422
F: +1 847 913 8766
Hardware:
Software:
P4T Series Serial
Number
In Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and India, contact
Regional Headquarters
Technical Support
Internal Sales Dept.
ZebraTechnologiesEuropeLimited T: +44 (0) 1494 768298
For printers, parts, media,
andribbon, pleasecallyour
distributor, or contact us
T: +44 (0) 1494 768316
Dukes Meadow
Millboard Road
F: +44 (0) 1494 768210
Germany:
Bourne End
Buckinghamshire SL8 5XF, UK
T: +44 (0)1628 556000
F: +44 (0)1628 556001
Spain/ Portugal:
Tsspain @zebra.com
All other areas:
In the Asia Paci†c region, contact
Regional Headquarters
Technical Support
Customer Service
ZebraTechnologiesAsiaPaci†c,LLC T: +65 6858 0722
For printers, parts, media,
and ribbon, please call your
distributor, or contact us
T: +65 6858 0722
complete contact information
T: +65 6858 0722
E: (China):
All other areas:
F: +65 6885 0838
F: +65 6885 0836
tsasiapaci†[email protected]
E: (China)
All other areas:
csasiapaci†[email protected]
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Appendix E
Battery Disposal
Product Disposal
Do not dispose of this product in unsorted municipal waste.
The EPA certified RBRC® Battery Recycling Seal on the
Lithium-Ion (Li-ion) battery supplied with your printer
indicates Zebra Technologies Corporation is voluntarily
participating in an industry program to collect and recycle
these batteries at the end of their useful life, when taken
out of service in the United States or Canada. The RBRC program
provides a convenient alternative to placing used Li-ion batteries
into the trash or the municipal waste stream, which may be illegal
in your area.
This product is recyclable. Please recycle according to your
local standards. For more information, please see our web
site at: http://www.zebra.com/environment
Insulate depleted battery terminals with tape before
disposal.
Please call +1 800 8BATTERY for information on Li-ion battery
recycling and disposal bans or restrictions in your area. Zebra
Technologies Corporation’s involvement in this program is part of
our commitment to preserving our environment and conserving
our natural resources.
Outside North America, please follow local battery recycling
guidelines.
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Appendix F
Example 2: Find the Label Vista Download page:
Using zebra.com
Go to
and select “Label Vista”, then click “Submit”.
The following examples use the search functions on Zebra’s Web
site for finding specific documents .
Example1: Find the Mobile Printer Wireless Con†guration Guide.
Go to
.
Select as a manual type “Networking Manual” then click on “Submit”.
Select manual
type
Select the
“Label Vista
demo
Click on
“SUBMIT”
At the resulting screen, select Wireless Mobile as the networking type. Then select the
desired language. (Best choices are “All” or “English”)
At the resulting window select “Download a free Label Vista demo now “
Select networking
type (Wireless Mobile
in this example)
Select
language
Click on
“SUBMIT”
At the resulting screen, select “Zebra Mobile Printers - Wireless Con†guration Guide” then
click on “Download” to begin the download process.
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Appendix G- Patents
Thisproductand/oritsuse maybe covered byone ormore ofthe
following US patents and corresponding international patents
worldwide
D275,286 5,113,445
D347,021 5,140,144
D389,178 5,132,709
D430,199 5,142,550
D433,702 5,149,950
D549,768 5,157,687
3,964,673 5,168,148
4,019,676 5,168,149
4,044,946 5,180,904
4,360,798 5,229,591
4,369,361 5,230,088
4,387,297 5,235,167
4,460,120 5,243,655
5,399,846 5,726,630 6,261,009
5,408,081 5,768,991 6,261,013
5,410,139 5,790,162 6,267,521
5,410,140 5,791,796 6,270,072B1
5,412,198 5,806,993 6,285,845B1
5,415,482 5,813,343 6,292,595
5,418,812 5,816,718 6,296,032
5,420,411 5,820,279 6,364,550
5,436,440 5,848,848 6,379,058B1
5,444,231 5,860,753 6,409,401B1
5,449,891 5,872,585 6,411,397B1
5,449,893 5,874,980 6,428,227B2
5,468,949 5,909,233 6,480,143
4,496,831 5,247,162 5,479,000 5,976,720 6,530,705
4,593,186 5,250,791 5,479,002 5,978,004 6,540,122
4,607,156 5,250,792 5,479,441 5,995,128 6,540,142
4,673,805 5,262,627 5,486,057 5,997,193 6,607,316
4,736,095 5,267,800 5,503,483 6,004,053 6,609,844
4,758,717 5,280,163 5,504,322 6,010,257 6,655,593
4,816,660 5,280,164 5.519,381 6,020,906 6,784,787
4,845,350
4,896,026
4,897,532
4,923,281
4,933,538
4,992,717
5,015,833
5,017,765
5,021,641
5,029,183
5,047,617
5,103,461
5,280,498 5,528,621 6,034,708 6,874,958
5,304,786 5,532,469 6,036,383 6,899,477
5,304,788 5,543,610 6,057,870 6,908,034
5,321,246 5,545,889 6,068,415 7,126,716
5,335,170 5,552,592 6,068,415 7,137,000
5,364,133 5,570,123 6,095,704 7,172,122
5,367,151 5,578,810 6,109,801 7,190,270
5,372,439 5,589,680 6,123,471
5,373,148 5,612,531 6,147,767
5,378,882 5,642,666 6,151,037
5,396,053 5,657,066 6,201,255B1
5,396,055 5,680,459 6,231,253B1
Index
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CPCL Programming 30
RFID Programming Guide 35
Wireless Configuration Guide 29
Media, loading
overall dimensions 45
printing 43
Index
B
T
Battery pack
installing 16
Technical Support
contacting 40
adjusting for core diameter 20
external media
life, tips for extending 36
reconditioning 22
Smart Battery, features 6
Troubleshooting
entering communications diagnostic mode 40
media Spacer, use of 18
Internal roll 17
forced shutdown 40
thermal transfer film 21
use of label peeler 19
using external supply 18
C
LCD Control Panel 38
Cable Communications 27
Combination Port 27
USB 28
printing a configuration label 26, 40, 41, 42
Troubleshooting Topics 38
P
P4T Media 44
Printing Method
Direct Thermal 6
Charger, battery
AC Adapter 11, 12, 13
LI72 single charger 8
AT17696-xx 9, 10
thermal transfer
Loading thermal transfer film 21
Thermal Transfer 6
thermal transfer film 6
Programming language
CPCL 4
AT18737-xx 10
List of approved 8
UCLI72-4 Quad Charger 15
battery charge times 15
indicators 15
ZPL II 4, 35
Cleaning
general instructions 36
methods & intervals
table of 37
R
Radio Regulatory Information
802.11b/g Radio 31
Communications, Wireless
802.11 b/g 30
Bluetooth radio (ZBR4) 31
Co-located 802.11b & Bluetooth 30, 33
RFID Encoder 34
Bluetooth 30
Controls, Operator
functions illustrated 22
LCD functions, extended 23
RFID
label types supported 35
Model RP4T 6
E
S
Safety
Encoder option
RFID 5, 6
Battery 7
Charger 7
L
Shoulder Strap, Adjustable 25
Specifications
Font/bar Codes 45
Media 44
Label, Configuration 26
use as a diagnostic tool 26
Label Vista
setting WLAN parameters with 30
Memory/communications 43
communications ports 43
Physical 45
M
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Zebra Technologies Corporation
475 Half Day Road, Suite 500
Lincolnshire, IL 60069
Phone: +1 847.634.6700
Toll Free: +1 800.423.0442
Fax: +1 847.913.8766
UMAN-P4T-013 Rev. A May 2013
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