Zebra ZM400 Series User Manual

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Operations
Calibrate the Printer
8/9/07 ZM400/ZM600 Maintenance Manual 14207L-001 A
Calibrate the Printer
Auto Calibration
By default, the printer automatically calibrates on power up or when the printhead is closed.
During auto calibration, the printer determines the label length and sensor settings.
The results of the auto calibration are stored in the printer’s memory and are retained even if
printer power is removed. These parameters remain in effect until the next calibration is
performed.
Manual Calibration
Perform a media and ribbon sensor calibration to reset the sensitivity of the sensors so the
media and ribbon are detected more accurately. If you change the type of ribbon or media,
your printer may operate better if you perform this calibration.
For instructions, refer to Calibrate Media and Ribbon Sensor Sensitivity on page 90.
Note • If the control panel settings for MEDIA POWER UP or HEAD CLOSE are set to
LENGTH, NO MOTION, or FEED, the printer starts printing without auto calibrating. See
Select Media Power-Up Option on page 96 or Select Head Close Option on page 96.

Zebra ZM400 Series Specifications

General

Max Print Width	4.09 inches (104 mm)
Max Print Speed	10 inches per second (254 mm per second)
Print Method	Thermal Transfer/Direct Thermal
Resolution	203 dpi (8 dots/mm)
Connectivity	USB 2.0, Serial RS-232, Parallel, Internal Ethernet (10/100), optional wireless
Media Width	1"/25.4 mm to 4.5"/114 mm
Media Length	0.25 to 39 inches (6 to 991 mm)
Media Thickness	0.0023"/0.058 mm to 0.010"/0.25 mm
Ribbon Width	1"/25.4 mm to 4.33"/110 mm
Ribbon Length	1476 feet (450 m)
Supported Media Types	Continuous, die-cut, notch, black-mark
Operating Temperature	40°F to 105°F (5°C to 40°C)
Storage Temperature	-40°F to 140°F (-40°C to 60°C)