Zebra TLP 2844-Z User Manual

Feed Button Modes
Power Off Mode (Communications Diagnostics Mode)
With the printer power off, press and hold the feed button while you turn on the power. The printer
prints out a listing of its current configuration. After printing the label, the printer will automatically enter
a diagnostic mode in which the printer prints out a literal representation (see Figure 23) of all data
subsequently received. To exit the diagnostic mode and resume printing, turn off and then turn on the
printer.
Power On Modes
With the printer power on and top cover closed, press and hold the feed button for several seconds. The
green status LED will flash a number of times in sequence. The explanation at the right (Action) shows
what happens when you release the key after the specific number of flashes.
Flash
Sequence
Action
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A configuration label prints.
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The media sensor calibrates and a media sensor profile prints (see “Manual
Calibration” on page 42).
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To reset the communication parameters. Press and release the feed button while
the LED rapidly flashes amber and green.
For autobaud synchronization: Send a ZPL II format to the printer while the LED
rapidly flashes amber and green. When the printer and host are synchronized, the
LED changes to solid green. NOTE: No labels will print during autobaud
synchronization.
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Resets the factory defaults, auto calibrates, and saves settings into memory.
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The print width calibrates. While the status LED alternately flashes green and
amber, a series of stacking rectangles print on the label. When the rectangle prints
to the outer edges of the label, press and release the feed button. The label width
and current communication parameters will be saved into memory.
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The print darkness calibrates. A series of nine samples print, starting with the
lightest and ending with the darkest image. When the desired print darkness is
achieved, press and release the feed button. The print darkness will be saved into
memory.
If the feed button remains pressed after a 7-flash sequence, the printer will ignore the
button when it is released.
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Zebra TLP 2844-Z Specifications

General

Resolution	203 dpi
Media Sensors	Reflective and transmissive
Print Method	Direct Thermal
Print Width	4.09 inches
Max Print Speed	4 inches per second
Max Print Length	39 inches
Connectivity	USB, Serial, Parallel
Media Handling	Roll-fed, Fanfold
Label Roll Capacity	5" (127 mm) O.D.
Supported Barcode Types	Code 39, Code 128, UPC, EAN, Interleaved 2 of 5
Supported Media Types	Roll-fed or fanfold, die-cut labels with or without black mark, tag stock, continuous receipt paper, wristbands
Media Width	1.0" (25.4 mm) to 4.25" (108 mm)
Media Thickness	0.003 inches (0.08 mm) to 0.0075 inches (0.19 mm)
Operating Temperature	40°F (5°C) to 105°F (41°C)
Storage Temperature	-40°F (-40°C) to 140°F (60°C)
Power Requirements	100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz