Zebra ZXP Series 3 Card Printer User’s Manual
Zebra ZXP Series 3 Card PrinterUser’s ManualP1032297-001 Rev. A
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Contents1 Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1ZXP Series 3 Part Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Features, Controls, and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Rear Panel Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Multi-Function LCD Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23452 Printer Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Unpacking Your Card Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Installing the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Setting up the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Connecting Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11Connecting the Printer to your Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Viewing Printer Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Installing the Windows Printer Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Initial Steps. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Installing the USB Printer Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Installing the Ethernet Printer Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20P1032297-001 Rev. AZebra ZXP Series 3 Card Printer User’s Manualiii
Contents3 Printer Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Printer Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Loading Ribbon Cartridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Loading Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Printing a Test Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Typical Printer Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Creating a Sample Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Printing the Sample Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .272830333434344 Printer Settings and Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Card Printer Properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .General Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Sharing Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ports Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Advanced Tab. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Color Management Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Security Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Device Settings Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Card Printer Printing Preferences. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .353637383940414243505 Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57Cleaning the System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .When to Clean . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .How to Clean . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cleaning the Printhead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .575758596 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Troubleshooting Procedures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .LCD Panel Warnings and Error Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Print Quality Issues. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .616262647 Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71Printer Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71ISO Standard Card Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74Appendix A Network Operations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77Appendix B Magnetic Encoder Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89Appendix C Smart Card Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95Appendix D CardSenseTM Single Card Feed Mode . . . . . . . . . . 101Appendix E Enclosure Lock Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107Appendix F Worldwide Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109ivZebra ZXP Series 3 Card Printer User’s ManualP1032297-001 Rev. A
1Getting StartedThis manual contains installation and operation information for the Zebra ZXP Series 3 CardPrinter, manufactured by Zebra Technologies Corporation.The printer provides full color dye sublimation or monochrome thermal transfer printing onstandard 2.125 inch by 3.375 inch (54 mm by 86 mm) PVC or PVC Composite plastic cards.The integrated card feeder and flipper minimizes printer size while maximizing performance.Load-N-Go ribbon cartridges are used with an integrated card cleaning roller for easyribbon changing or replacement.A variety of options (some of which can be factory-installed or field-installed as upgrades) areavailable, making the printers configurable for varied application environments: Magnetic Encoder USB only or USB and 10/100 Ethernet Contact Contactless MIFARE Smart Card Contact Station CardSenseTM Single Card Feed Option Security (Enclosure Lock) OptionIts auto-switching 100 240 Volts AC, 50 60 Hz external power supply uses interchangeable power cords for maximum flexibility.This manual describes single- and dual-sided ZXP Series 3 Card Printers. References to “theprinter” in this document apply to either the single-sided or the dual-sided printers.P1032297-001 Rev. AZebra ZXP Series 3 Card Printer User’s Manual1
Getting StartedZXP Series 3 Part NumbersZXP Series 3 Part NumbersThe Part Number of a particular Zebra ZXP Series 3 Card Printer is shown on a label affixed tothe bottom of the printer; that Part Number identifies the specific configuration for that printer.This chart shows the configurations that are available:PART NUMBERZ 3 -1 -2 -DESCRIPTIONBASE UNITSingle-SidedDual-SidedSMART CARD OPTIONS- 0- A- ENonePC/SC Contact Encoder Contactless MIFARE, NOTEContact Station, NOTEMAG ENCODER OPTIONS- 0- MNoneISO HiCo/LoCo Mag S/W-selectable, NOTESECURITY OPTIONS- 0- ANoneEnclosure Lock, NOTEINTERFACE OPTIONS- 0- CUSB OnlyUSB & 10/100 Ethernet, NOTESOFTWARE / KIT- 0- G- H- INoneStarter Kit: Monochrome ( Incl: 1 Monochrome Ribbon,200 PVC Cards )Starter Kit: Color ( Incl: 1 YMCKO Ribbon, 200 PVC Cards )Starter Kit: Dual-Sided Color ( Incl: 1 YMCKOK Ribbon,200 PVC Cards )MISCELLANEOUS- 0 0 0- 0 0 ANoneMade in AmericaCOUNTRY CODE-BRUSEMAUCNJ PBrazil Power CordAmericas Regional SKU Power Cord ( Type B )EMEA Regional SKU Power Cords ( Type C and Type G )Australian Power Cord (Type I )China Power Cord, 240 VACJapan Power Cord, 120 VAC Cord (PSC Compliant)CUSTOM CODE- 0 0ACCESSORIES105862-001105999-301State / Province / Project / OtherCardSenseTM single card feed optionCleaning Kit: 4 printer-path and 4 feeder cleaning cardsNOTE: Field-Upgradeable Option2Zebra ZXP Series 3 Card Printer User’s ManualP1032297-001 Rev. A
Getting StartedFeatures, Controls, and IndicatorsFeatures, Controls, and IndicatorsThe picture below points out some of the printer’s external features; see Section 3 for aninterior view.Lid ReleaseButtonCard FeederCoverMulti-Function LCDDisplay PanelMulti-FunctionControl ButtonCard OutputHopper Card Feeder Cover - Opening the Card Feeder Cover gives access to the automatic cardfeeder. The translucent cover allows you to see when the card supply is running low. Thefeeder has a 100-card capacity. Lid Release Button - Pressing the Lid Release Button allows the printer’s lid to swingopen. This gives internal access for changing the Ribbon Cartridge, changing CleaningRollers, and cleaning the printer. Multi-Function LCD Display Panel - The Multi-Function LCD Display Panel displaysprinter status information. Messages also alert the user of the need for action and indicatecertain fault conditions. Multi-Function Control Button - The Multi-Function Control Button initiates severalfunctions; these are described in the appropriate sections of this document. Card Output Hopper - Front-side Card Output Hopper has a 100-card capacity. Note thatZXP Series 3 Card Printers with a Smart Card Option have a different Card OutputHopper; see Appendix C.P1032297-001 Rev. AZebra ZXP Series 3 Card Printer User’s Manual3
Getting StartedRear Panel ConnectorsRear Panel ConnectorsStandard USB ConnectionThe figure below shows the rear of the Printer with the USB interface.USBConnectorPowerSocketSecurityCable SlotPowerSwitchEthernet ConnectionThe figure below shows the rear of the printer with the standard USB interface with theEthernet and DB-9 Smart Card Contact Station Options.USBConnectorPowerSocketSecurityCable SlotPowerSwitchPower LEDLink LEDDB-9 Connector if SmartCard Contact StationOption is installedEthernet ConnectorThe Ethernet Connector has two LED status indicators:4 Power LED (amber): When illuminated, indicates power is on. Link LED (green): When illuminated, indicates valid Printer-Ethernet connectivity.Zebra ZXP Series 3 Card Printer User’s ManualP1032297-001 Rev. A
Getting StartedMulti-Function LCD PanelMulti-Function LCD PanelYour printer is equipped with a Multi-Function LCD Panel to provide printer statusinformation. The readout is controlled by the Multi-Function Control Button directly belowthe viewing window.Multi-Function LCD Panel messages fall into three categories: Operational, Warning,and Error.Operational MessagesOperational Messages are displayed during the Printer’s normal operation.OPERATIONALCARD READYCLEANING PRINTERCLOSE FEEDER DOORCONTACT ENCODINGCONTACTLESS ENCODINGDOWNLOADING DATADOWNLOADING FIRMWAREEMPTY FEEDER THEN CLOSE COVERFEED LONG CLEANING CARD IN EXITINITIALIZINGINSERT CARDINSERT FEEDER CLEANING CARDMAG ENCODINGPRINTING BLACKPRINTING CYANPRINTING MAGENTAPRINTING MONOPRINTING OVERLAYPRINTING YELLOWPUSH BUTTON TO CONTINUEREADYREMOVE FEEDER CLEANING CARDREMOVE LONG CLEANING CARDREMOVE RIBBON THEN CLOSE LIDSINGLE CARD READY-PRINT OR EJECTP1032297-001 Rev. AZebra ZXP Series 3 Card Printer User’s Manual5
Getting StartedMulti-Function LCD PanelWarning MessagesWarning messages alert the operator to action that should be taken; the printer will generallycontinue operation.WARNINGS (Printer will still operate)CHECKING RIBBONCLEAN PRINTERCLOSE LIDENCODING ERRORFLASH ERRORINVALID MAGNETIC DATAREADING ERRORError MessagesError messages are displayed when a situation causes the printer to stop operating. Dependingon the cause of the error message, restarting the printer or curing the displayed Error mayreturn the printer to operational status, or the printer may require troubleshooting and repair.ERRORS (Printer will not operate)CHECK RIBBONCOMMAND ERRORCOVER OPENLID OPENMECHANICAL ERROROUT OF CARDSOUT OF RIBBONPARAMETERS ERROR6Zebra ZXP Series 3 Card Printer User’s ManualP1032297-001 Rev. A
Getting StartedMulti-Function LCD PanelIconsThroughout this manual, different icons highlight important information, as follows:Note Indicates information that emphasizes or supplements important points of themain text.Important Advises you of information that is essential to complete a task, or points outthe importance of specific information in the text.Provides an example or scenario to demonstrate or clarify a section of text.Electrostatic Discharge Caution Warns you of the potential for electrostaticdischarge.Electric Shock Caution Warns you of a potential electric shock situation.Hot Surface Warns you of a situation where excessive heat could cause a burn.Caution Advises you that failure to take or avoid a specific action could result inphysical harm to you, or could result in physical damage to the hardware.Product DisposalProduct Disposal Information Do not dispose of this product in unsorted municipalwaste. This product is recyclable, and should be recycled according to your localstandards. For more information, please see our web site at:http://www.zebra.com/environmentP1032297-001 Rev. AZebra ZXP Series 3 Card Printer User’s Manual7
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2Printer InstallationUnpacking Your Card PrinterYour ZXP Series 3 Card Printer ships in a cardboard carton, protected by styrofoam inserts anda protective anti-static bag. Keep all packaging material in case you need to move or re-shipthe printer.Step 1. Before opening and unpacking the printer, inspect the carton to ensure that nodamage occurred during shipment.Step 2. Ensure that you have a clean and nearly dust free environment for proper operationand storage of the printer.Step 3. Unlatch and remove the handle, open the carton, and remove the box containing theprinter accessories
2 Zebra ZXP Series 3 Card Printer User’s Manual P1032297-001 Rev. A Getting Started ZXP Series 3 Part Numbers ZXP Series 3 Part Numbers The Part Number of a particular Zebra ZXP Series 3 Card Printer is shown on a label affixed to the bottom of the printer; that Part Number identifies the specific configuration for that printer.
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