Zebra RW 420 User's Guide

UMAN-RWS-006 Rev. ANovember, 2006

10RW Series User GuideIntroduction to the RW SeriesThank you for choosing one of our Zebra RW series Mobile Printers. It is one of a series of rugged

11RW Series User GuideGetting Ready to PrintBattery SafetyThe Battery Packs used on Zebra Mobile Printers contain a great deal of energy and can cause

12RW Series User GuideFigure 4: Installing the RW 220 BatteryFigure 3: Installing the RW 420 BatteryRotate Belt Clip out of the way.Insert this end of

13RW Series User GuideInstalling RW Series Batteries Important • Batteries are shipped uncharged. Remove protective shrink-wrap and labels from new

14RW Series User GuideThe LI 72 is supplied in two variations: a two wire version and a three-wire versionper Figure 6. The three-wire version offers

15RW Series User Guide Do not charge batteries with the two-wire LI72 model while printing. Attempting to print while charging can result in inprope

16RW Series User GuideFaultFast C hargeFaultFast C hargeFaultFast C hargeReadyPowerFull C hargeReadyFull C hargeReadyFull C hargeFull C hargeFaultFast

17RW Series User Guidedirectly under the battery being charged will turn on if the battery is properly inserted.The indicators under the battery will

18RW Series User GuideLoading the MediaThe RW series printers are designed to print either continu-ous (journal) media or label stock. Loading Media

19RW Series User GuidecontinuedLoading Media From An Internal Supply• Refer to Figure 9. Pull the media supports apart as shown. Insert the roll of m

20RW Series User GuideLoading Media From An External Supply Note • Only the RW 420 supports an external media supply. Refer to Figure 10. The RW 42

21RW Series User Guidedia guides and up through the media compartment as shown. Make sure the side of the media you will be print-ing on faces the pr

22RW Series User GuideZebra RW 420Signal:0%Battery (ok) Latch: ok Rdr MENUZebra RW 420Signal:0%Battery (ok) Latch: ok Rdr

23RW Series User GuideThe top of the screen has a row of status icons which indi-cate the state of various printer functions: Indicates a Bluetooth co

24RW Series User GuideExtended LCD Functions1 Function Default setting Scroll & Select Options Sensor Type Bar • Bar • Gap Baud Rate

25RW Series User GuideDisplay Functions Not Accessible from the Keypad1 Function Default setting Scroll & Select Options WLAN ID2 Factory Set

26RW Series User GuideVerify the Printer Is WorkingBefore you connect the printer to your computer or portable data terminal, make sure that the print

27RW Series User GuideConnecting the PrinterThe printer must establish communications with a host ter-minal which sends the data to be printed. Commu

28RW Series User GuideThe other end of the cable must be plugged into the host terminal as shown in Figure 15, or to a serial port on a com-puter as s

29RW Series User GuideWireless CommunicationsWireless Communications with Bluetooth® “Bluetooth” is a worldwide standard for the exchange of data betw

3RW Series User GuideContentsProprietary Statement ... 5Document Conventions ...

30RW Series User Guidedio module can be identified by the FCC ID number “I28MD-RW4137” and other regulatory information on the serial number label on t

31RW Series User Guidefully described in the ”CPCL Programmers Manual”, available on-line at www.zebra.com.You can also use Label Vista™, Zebra’s Wi

32RW Series User GuideRadio Regulatory InformationBluetooth RW -ZBR3 Radio (RW 220 and RW 420) Caution • Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation. T

33RW Series User GuideCompact Flash (802.11b) Radio ModuleThe following section only applies when the CF (Compact Flash) WLAN module (With FCC ID: I2

34RW Series User GuideEurope – EU Declaration of ConformityThis device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC.

35RW Series User GuideZebra Value Radio, 802.11bThe following section only applies when the Zebra Value Radio, 802.11b (with FCC ID: I28MD-ZLAN11B) is

36RW Series User GuideEurope – EU Declaration of ConformityThis device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC.

37RW Series User GuideWLAN Module Using 802.11b/g Radio The following section only applies when the 802.11b/g WLAN module (With FCC ID: I28MD-ZLAN11G

38RW Series User GuideEurope – EU Declaration of ConformityThis device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC.

39RW Series User GuideCompact Flash (802.11b) and Bluetooth Co-located Radio ModulesThe following section only applies when the CF (Compact Flash) WLA

4RW Series User GuideCradles ... 46RW 420 Vehicle Cradle ...

40RW Series User GuideThe use of this frequency band in France is subject to restrictions. You may only use channels 10 and 11 (2457 and 2462 MHz) on

41RW Series User GuideCard Reader OptionsThe RW series can be equipped with optional Magnetic Stripe and Smart Card readers. The magnetic stripe car

42RW Series User GuideThe MSR is used as follows:1. When the reader is enabled, place the card into the read-er slot as shown. The magnetic stripe (t

43RW Series User GuideSmart Card ReaderThe optional Smart Card reader is used as follows:1. The LCD will display “RDR” to indicate the Smart Card read

44RW Series User GuideFigure 19: Using the Belt ClipUsing the AccessoriesBelt ClipRefer to Figure 19. All RW series printers are equipped with a belt

45RW Series User GuideFigure 20: Using the Shoulder StrapAdjustable Shoulder StrapRefer to Figure 20. If your printer is equipped for the shoul-der s

46RW Series User GuideCradlesRW 420 Vehicle CradleThe RW 420 can be used in conjunction with a docking Cradle. When the printer is “docked” the Cradl

47RW Series User GuideFigure 22: Installing the RW 420 into the CradleInstalling the Printer in the Cradle Important • It is recommended as a safety

48RW Series User Guide• Remove the Docking Connector Cover from the bottom of the printer, and retain it for future use. (Refer to Figure 22.) • Pl

49RW Series User GuideFigure 23: Removing the RW 420 from the CradleRemoving the Printer from the CradleRefer to Figure 23.• Turn the Printer off. •

5RW Series User GuideProprietary StatementThis manual contains proprietary information of Zebra Technologies Corporation. It is intended solely for t

50RW Series User GuideRW 220 Vehicle CradleThe RW 220 can be used in conjunction with a docking Cradle. When the printer is “docked” it can be powere

51RW Series User GuideRemoving the Printer from the CradleRefer to Figure 25.• Turn the Printer off. • Pull the latch on the Cradle and rotate the

52RW Series User GuidePreventive MaintenanceExtending Battery Life• Avoid exposing the battery to direct sunlight or tempera-tures over 104° F (40° C

53RW Series User GuidecontinuedGeneral Cleaning Instructions Caution • Always turn the printer off before cleaning. To avoid possible personal inju

54RW Series User GuideFigure 26: Cleaning RW Series PrintersRW 420 illustratedRW Series CleaningArea Method IntervalPrinthead (Figure 26)Use the supp

55RW Series User GuideTroubleshootingLCD Control Panel IndicatorsThe top of the display shows several icons which indicate various printer functions.

56RW Series User Guide4. Partial/missing print:• Check media alignment.• Clean print head.• Ensure Media Cover is properly closed and latched.5. Garbl

57RW Series User Guide• Ensure Media Cover is properly closed and latched and error indicators are off.• Check baud rate.• Replace cable to terminal.1

58RW Series User GuideTroubleshooting TechniquesPrinting a Configuration LabelTo print out a listing of the printer’s current configuration fol-low thes

59RW Series User Guide3. Press the FEED key. The printer will print: “Entering DUMP mode.” Note • If the FEED key is not pressed within 3 seconds, t

6RW Series User GuideKaiTM, Monotype MinchoTM and Monotype SungTM are trademarks of Monotype Imaging, Inc. and may be registered in some jurisdictions

60RW Series User Guide Figure 27: Configuration Label ExampleUnit Serial NumberSoftware and Firmware End of First ReportPrint Head TestReport appears

61RW Series User Guide Figure 27a: Configuration Label Example (continued)1. Dual radio units as illustrated above are available only on the RW 420.In

62RW Series User Guide Figure 27b: Configuration Label Example (continued)Flash Memory SizeMaximum Label Size Files Loaded in Printer Memory (will inc

63RW Series User GuideSpecifications Note.- Printer specifications are subject to change without notice.Printing Specifications RW 420 RW 220

64RW Series User GuideCommunications PortsUSB Signal Pin# Name Type Description1 VBUS - USB Bus Power2 USB - bi-directional I/O signals3 US

65RW Series User Guide Figure 28: Communication Ports110RS232USB51

66RW Series User GuideRW 420 Media SpecificationsMedia Width 2.0 in. to 4.12 in. (50.8 to 104.6 mm) Max. continuous Continuous, dependent on i

67RW Series User GuideFont/Bar Code Specifications Standard Fonts: 25 bit-mapped fonts; 1 scalable font (CG Trimvirate Bold Condensed*)Fonts Avail

68RW Series User GuidePhysical/Environmental/Electrical Specifications RW 420 RW 220Weight w/ battery, excluding media2.0 lbs. (907 g. )11.45 lb.(658 g

69RW Series User Guide Figure 29: RW 420 Overall Dimensions1.8” [46 mm].25” [6 mm]6.9” [175 mm]7.4” [188 mm]3.7” [94 mm] max. 13.2”[81 mm] max. 16.

7RW Series User GuideDocument ConventionsThe following conventions are used throughout this docu-ment to convey certain information:If you are viewing

70RW Series User Guide Figure 30: RW 220 Overall DimensionsNOTE: 1. Dimensions shown are for units with the MSR/Smart Card option installed. Subtrac

71RW Series User GuideRW Series Accessories Description Input VoltageAdjustable shoulder strap n/aCarrying Strap n/aRW 420 Protective Soft Case n/aRW

72RW Series User Guide AppendicesAppendix AInterface CablesRS232 Download CablePart Number BL17205-1; RW Mod Plug to 9-Pin DB PC Cable PIN 1PIN 106(DS

73RW Series User Guide Appendices Contact the Factory or your Zebra Sales Representative for more information on interface cables to most major manuf

74RW Series User Guide AppendicesAppendix BMedia SuppliesTo insure maximum printer life and consistent print qual-ity and performance for your individ

75RW Series User Guide AppendicesAppendix CMaintenance SuppliesIn addition to using quality media provided by Zebra, it is recommended that the printe

76RW Series User Guide AppendicesAppendix DProduct SupportWhen calling with a specific problem regarding your printer, please have the following inform

77RW Series User Guide AppendicesSerial and PCC Number Locations for RW Series PrintersSerial Number RW 420 RW 220 Product Configuration CodeProduct

78RW Series User Guide AppendicesBattery DisposalThe EPA certified RBRC® Battery Recycling Seal on the Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery supplied with your

79RW Series User Guide AppendicescontinuedAppendix EUsing www.zebra.comThe following details using the search functions on Zebra’s Web site www.zebra.

8RW Series User GuideFigure 1: RW 420 Overview 1. Platen Roller 2. Bar Sensor 3. Media Support Disks 4. Printhead 5. Latch Release Button 6

80RW Series User Guide AppendicesFinding the Label Vista Download page:http://www.zebra.com/id/zebra/na/en/index/drivers_downloads.htmlAt the resultin

81RW 420 User GuideAAccessoriesAdjustable Shoulder Strap 45Belt Clip 44list of 71Vehicle Cradle RW 220 50Vehicle Cradle RW 420 46BBattery, charg

82RW 420 User Guideforced shutdown 58printing a configuration label 58topics 55WWireless Communications802.11b/g WLAN Radio 37802.11b (Compact Flas

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9RW Series User GuideFigure 2: RW 220 Overview1 1. Platen Roller 2. Bar Sensor 3. Media Support Disks 4. Printhead 5. Latch Release Button