zenpert 4D520 User Manual

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USER’S
MANUAL
4D520
DIRECT THERMAL BAR CODE PRINTER

zenpert 4D520 Specifications

General

Brand	zenpert
Model	4D520
Category	Barcode Reader
Language	English

Summary

1. Introduction

1.1 Product Introduction

Overview of the 4D520 printer's features, capabilities, and applications for cost-efficient printing.

1.2 Product Features

1.2.1 Printer Standard Features

Lists the standard features of the 4D520 printer, including direct thermal printing, sensors, and connectivity options.

1.2.2 Printer Optional Features

Details optional features available for the 4D520 printer, such as Bluetooth V4.2 connectivity.

1.3 General Specifications

1.4 Print Specifications

1.5 Media Specifications

2. Operations Overview

2.1 Unpacking and Inspection

Provides instructions for unpacking the printer, inspecting the contents, and retaining packaging materials.

2.2 Printer Overview

2.2.1 Front View

Identifies and labels the key components and controls on the front of the 4D520 printer, including buttons and indicators.

2.2.2 Interior View

Illustrates and labels the internal parts of the 4D520 printer, such as the print head, sensors, and media guides.

2.2.3 Rear View

Shows and labels the rear panel of the 4D520 printer, highlighting the USB interface and power jack.

2.3 Operator Control

2.3.1 LED Indication, LCD screen, and Keys

Explains the functions of the LED indicator and the feed/stop button for controlling printer operations.

3. Setup

3.1 Setting up the Printer

Provides step-by-step instructions for physically setting up the 4D520 printer, including power and computer connections.

3.2 Loading the Media

4. LED and Button Functions

4.1 LED Indicator

Details the meaning of different LED colors (Green, Amber, Red) and states (Solid, Flash) for printer status indication.

4.2 Regular Button Functions

Describes the primary functions of the feed/pause button, such as feeding labels and pausing/resuming print jobs.

4.3 Power-on Utilities

4.3.1 Gap/Black Mark Sensor Calibration

Explains the conditions and procedure for calibrating the gap or black mark sensor for accurate media detection.

4.3.2 Gap/Black Mark Calibration, Self-test and Dump Mode

Details how to perform calibration, print self-test, and enter dump mode using specific power-on button sequences.

4.3.3 Printer Initialization

Guides on initializing the printer to clear DRAM and restore all settings to factory defaults using power-on utilities.

4.3.4 Set Black Mark Sensor as Media Sensor and Calibrate the Black Mark Sensor

Provides steps to configure the black mark sensor as the primary media sensor and calibrate it.

4.3.5 Set Gap Sensor as Media Sensor and Calibrate the Gap Sensor

Provides steps to configure the gap sensor as the primary media sensor and calibrate it.

4.3.6 Skip AUTO.BAS

Explains how to use power-on utilities to interrupt and skip the execution of the AUTO.BAS program.

5. Diagnostic Tool

5.1 Start the Diagnostic Tool

Instructions for launching the Diagnostic Tool software and understanding its main features for printer management.

5.2 Printer Function

Details how to select the PC interface and access various printer functions like calibration, settings, and test pages via the tool.

5.3 Calibrating Media Sensor by Diagnostic Tool

Step-by-step guide on performing automatic media sensor calibration using the Diagnostic Tool software.

5.4 Setting Bluetooth by Diagnostic Tool (Optional)

Instructions for configuring the printer's Bluetooth settings, including name and PIN code, using the Diagnostic Tool.

6. Troubleshooting

6.1 Common Problems

Lists common printer issues such as 'Not Printing' and 'Paper Jam', along with their likely causes and recovery procedures.

7. Maintenance

Revise History