Zebra QLn420 User Manual

10
Introduction
Battery Install &
Charging
Media Loading
Connect Printer/
Printer Controls
Cleaning and
Troubleshooting
Accessories and
Contact Info
QLn Series Mobile Printers Quick Start Guide
Connecting the Printer
Connect The Printer With a Cable
You can connect your printer to a terminal or a PC using either RS232C or USB protocols. USB drivers are included in the Zebra Design-
er Driver which is available on the QLn Series product CD or can be downloaded from the Zebra Web site at
www.zebra.com/software .
Cable Communications with a Terminal.
Cable Communications with a PC
Communications
Port
RS232C or USB Communications
Cable to Terminal
Refer to Appendix A in the QLn Series
User Guide for part numbers.
Terminal
RS-232C or USB Communications
Cable to Computer
Refer to Appendix A in the User Guide
for part numbers.
USB
Connector
RS232
Connector
To provide strain relief for the commu-
nication cables, twist the locking cap
in a clockwise direction to secure. Only
one cable can be used at a time in this
orientation.
Locking Cap

Zebra QLn420 Specifications

Operating Environment

operating temperature	-4°F/-20°C to 122°F/50°C
storage/transport temperature	-13°F/-25°C to 158°F/65°C
operating humidity	10% to 90% non-condensing
storage humidity	10% to 90% non-condensing
ip rating	IP43 (IP54 with soft case)
drop tolerance	6'/1829mm to concrete

Power and Battery

battery capacity	5.0Ahr
battery charger	Built-in
charging options	AC adapter, Charging and Ethernet cradle, Vehicle cradle (DC power), Smart charger, Quad charger

Media Specifications

media width	2.0"(51mm)/4.4" (112mm)
media length	0.5"/12.7mm to 32"/813mm or continuous
maximum media roll size	2.6"/66mm OD on a 0.75"/19mm or 1.375"/34.9mm core
media thickness	3.2 mil to 7.5 mil
media types	Die-cut, roll-fed, fan-fold, receipt, linerless

Printer Specifications

resolution	203dpi/8 dots per mm
memory	128MB RAM; 256MB flash (standard)
print width	4.1"/104 mm
print length	Min. 0.5"/12.7mm Max. 32"/813mm
print speed	Up to 4"/102mm per second

Weight and Dimensions

width	6.5" (165mm)
height	7.35" (187mm) with beltclip
depth	3.25" (82.5mm)
weight	2.45lbs (1.1kg) with battery