Zebra 980293-001 User Manual

User’s Manual No. 980293-001 Rev. A©1999 Zebra Technologies CorporationLP2824Thermal PrinterUser’s Manual

Installation The following steps will guide you through theinstallation of the printer and software.Step ➊ Attach Power Supply To The PrinterSee the S

Step ➋ Attach Interface CableThe printer has either a parallel interface or aserial interface (with optional RJ-11 connector).For additional informati

Step ➌ Load Labels6 980293-001 Rev. AInstallation and OperationMOVIEOpen CoverPower ONAdjust Holders1.0 inch2.5 cm1.5 inch3.8 cmMOVIE

Load Labels - continuedIf the indicator remains dark, see Appendix A -Troubleshooting.980293-001 Rev. A 7Installation and OperationInstall RollThread

Step  AutoSense Gap Sensor AdjustmentPerform this procedure when loading a newroll. If your printer has the label dispenseroption, turn OFF the label

AutoSense Gap Sensor Adjustment - continuedIf the indicator remains orange or red, see thetroubleshooting steps.980293-001 Rev. A 9Installation and Op

Label Dispenser Option10 980293-001 Rev. AInstallation and OperationOpen DoorUse a Stylus toSwitch On theLabel Taken SensorRemove SeveralLabelsPush Li

Using Fan-Fold Media980293-001 Rev. A 11Installation and OperationOpen Guides toWidth of MediaLock Guidesin PlaceThread MediaThrough GuidesInsert Medi

Step ➎ Install SoftwareStart your computer and follow the installationinstructions on the compact disc (CD).12980293-001 Rev. AInstallation and Operat

Appendix A - TroubleshootingProblem Solution or ReasonSTATUS IndicatorDoes not light when powerswitch is turned to ON (I)position.1. Check power conne

FOREWORDThis manual provides installation and operation information for the LP2824 series printers, manu-factured by Zebra Technologies Corporation, C

Problem Solution or ReasonPrints only partial label orskips a label.1. Perform AutoSense gap sensoradjustment on page 8.2. Label caught on print head.

Other SupportResourcesThe first troubleshooting reference source is thetable on the previous page. Next, contact thedealer where you purchased your pr

Serial InterfaceCable WiringThe figure below displays the cable wiringrequired to use the printer's RS-232 serialinterface.16980293-001 Rev. AApp

Cash DrawerCable WiringThe figure below displays the pin assignmentsfor the printer's retail cash drawer interface. Re-fer to the cash draw manuf

Parallel InterfaceCable WiringThe figure below displays the cable wiringrequired to use the printer's Centronics parallelinterface.+5 volts at 30

Cleaning thePrint HeadWhen you load new media, you can also cleanthe print head.980293-001 Rev. A 19Appendix A - TroubleshootingRub Cleaning PenAcross

Appendix B - AccessoriesAccessories available for the printer are listedbelow. Always refer to the ELTRON part num-ber when placing an order. For the

World Wide Offices:Zebra Technologies CorporationEltron Products1001 Flynn RoadCamarillo, CA 93012-8706 USAPhone: +1 (805) 579 1800FAX: +1 (805) 579 1

WARRANTY INFORMATIONWe Need To Hear From You!To Establish Your Warranty Period And Provide Access To Technical Support,Send Us Your Product Registrati

SHOCK HAZARD WARNING:The printer and power supply should never be operated in alocation where either one can get wet. Personal injury couldresult.MEDI

980293-001 Rev. A vTABLE OF CONTENTSInstallation and Operation ...1Unpacking Your Printer ...2Getting To Know Your Prin

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1Installation and OperationThis section provides information on theinstallation and operation of the printer.The printer is a low cost, desktop direct

Unpacking Your Printer2 980293-001 Rev. AInstallation and OperationUser Documentation&Software

Getting To KnowYour Printer980293-001 Rev. A 3Installation and Operation