Zebra GK888t User Manual

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Ribbon Overview
12/23/10 GK888t™ User Guide P1030829-001
4. Observe the results. Did flakes or particles of ink from the ribbon adhere to the label?
Ribbon Scratch Test
Perform the ribbon scratch test when labels are unavailable.
To perform a ribbon scratch test, complete these steps:
1. Unroll a short length of ribbon.
2. Place the unrolled section of ribbon on a piece of paper with the outer surface of the
ribbon in contact with the paper.
3. Scratch the inner surface of the unrolled ribbon with your fingernail.
4. Lift the ribbon from the paper.
5. Observe the results. Did the ribbon leave a mark on the paper?
If ink from the ribbon... Then...
Adhered to the label The ribbon is coated on the outside and can be used with
the GK888 printer.
Did not adhere to the label The ribbon is coated on the inside and can not be used in
the GK888 printer.
If the ribbon... Then...
Left a mark on the paper The ribbon is coated on the outside and can be used with
the GK888 printer.
Did not leave a mark on the
paper
The ribbon is coated on the inside and can not be used in
the GK888 printer.

Zebra GK888t Specifications

General

Print Method	Thermal Transfer and Direct Thermal
Resolution	203 dpi (8 dots/mm)
Maximum Print Width	4.09 inches (104 mm)
Memory	8 MB Flash
Connectivity	USB, Serial, Parallel
Media Sensors	Reflective and transmissive
Media Handling	Roll-to-roll, fanfold, tag stock
Media Types	tag stock
Ribbon Ratio	1:1
Programming Languages	EPL2, ZPL
Power Requirements	2.5A
Storage Temperature	-40° F to 140° F/-40° C to 60° C
Humidity	20 to 85% non-condensing