Zebra Z Series ZM600 User Manual

Troubleshooting
Printer Diagnostics
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79695L-001 Rev. A ZM400/ZM600 User Guide 3/27/07
Communications Diagnostics Test
The communication diagnostics test is a troubleshooting tool for checking the interconnection
between the printer and the host computer.
When the printer is in diagnostics mode, it prints all data received from the host computer as
straight ASCII characters with the hex values below the ASCII text. The printer prints all
characters received, including control codes such as CR (carriage return). Figure 22 shows a
typical test label from this test.
Figure 22 • Communications Diagnostics Test Label
To use communications diagnostics mode, complete these steps:
1. Set the print width equal to or less than the label width being used for the test. See Set
Print Width on page 66 for more information.
2. Set the printer to DIAGNOSTICS. For instructions, see Set Communications Mode
on page 77.
The printer enters diagnostics mode and prints any data received from the host computer
on a test label
3. Check the test label for error codes. For any errors, check that your communication
parameters are correct.
Errors show on the test label as follows:
• FE indicates a framing error.
• OE indicates an overrun error.
• PE indicates a parity error.
• NE indicates noise.
4. Turn the printer off (O) and then back on (I) to exit this self test and return to normal
operation.
Note • The test label prints upside-down.

Zebra Z Series ZM600 Specifications

General

Memory	16 MB SDRAM; 8 MB Flash
Print Method	Thermal transfer and direct thermal
Print Width	4.09 inches (104 mm)
Resolution	203 dpi/8 dots per mm 300 dpi/12 dots per mm (optional)
Connectivity	USB, Serial, Parallel, Ethernet
Media Sensors	Reflective Transmissive
Media Types	die-cut, continuous, thermal, tag
Ribbon Width	2 in./51 mm to 4.33 in./110 mm
Ribbon Length	450 m/1476 ft
Optional Connectivity	ZebraNet 10/100 Print Server
Operating Temperature	40°F to 104°F/5°C to 40°C
Storage Temperature	-40°F to 140°F/-40°C to 60°C
Humidity	20% to 85% non-condensing
Power Requirements	90-265 VAC, 47-63 Hz