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USB Host Port and
Link-OS Usage Examples
This section has information on using the printer’s USB Host port along with Link-OS features and Apps
(applications).
USB Host
The USB host port allows you to connect USB devices — such as a keyboard, scanner, or USB Flash
(memory) drive — to the printer.
USB Host Port Uses
• Firmware updates
• File transfers and management
• A port for low power USB data entry devices (keyboards, scales, scanners, and other wedge devices).
USB Host Port
Important • The USB Flash drive must be formatted with the FAT file system. Filenames may be 1 to 16 alphanumeric characters (A, a, B, b, C, c, ..., 0, 1, 2, 3, ...) only. Only use ASCII characters. Do not use Asian characters, Cyrillic characters, or accented characters in file names. Some functions may not work properly if there are underscores in a file name. Use periods instead.
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Using USB Host for Firmware Updates
The USB host port allows you to connect an USB Flash drive to the printer to perform firmware updates.
This is an example of using the powerful printer management, Zebra Mirror functions. See the printer ZPL programming manual — Mirror and Set-Get-Do (SGD) usb.mirror
commands operation.
Note • See
About section for information and support links for your specific printer model.
Important • Supports USB Flash drives (or “thumb drive” or “memory stick”) up to 1 Terabyte (TB). The printer will not recognize drives larger than 1 TB.
Flash Drive Preparation and Firmware Update
1.
On your USB Flash Drive, create the following:
• a folder called Zebra
• in that folder, create three sub-directories:
• appl
• commands
• files
2.
In the /appl folder, place a copy of the latest firmware for your printer.
3.
Load the printer with media. See
4.
Insert the USB Flash drive into the USB host port on your printer.
5.
Observe the user interface and wait.
If the firmware version on the USB Flash drive is different than the version installed on the printer, the firmware will download to the printer. The data indicator will flash green while the firmware is downloading. The printer will restart with all indicators flashing. When the firmware update has completed, the STATUS indicator will display solid Green as the firmware is validated and installed. A printer Configuration Report is automatically printed and the firmware update has been completed.
6.
Remove the USB Flash drive from the printer.
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USB Host and Printer Usage Examples
The exercises in this section will teach you how to perform USB mirror (using an alternate firmware update procedure), how to transfer files to and from the printer, and how to provide information for which you are prompted and then print a label using that information.
Items Required for the USB Host Exercises
To perform the exercises in this document, you will need the following:
• USB Flash drive up to 1 Terabyte (TB). The printer will not recognize drives larger than 1 TB.
• USB keyboard.
• Various files referenced below (from files attached inside this PDF file)
• Free Zebra Utilities app for your smart phone (search for Zebra Tech in the Google Play store).
Files for Completing the Exercises
Most of the actual files that you need to complete the exercises in these section are attached here in the
PDF file. Copy these files to your computer before you begin the exercises. Where possible, the contents of the files are shown. The contents of files that contain coded content, which cannot be viewed as text or as an image, are not included.
File 1: ZEBRA.BMP
File 2: SAMPLELABEL.TXT
^XA
^FO100,75^XGE:zebra.bmp^FS
^FO100,475^A0N,50,50^FDMirror from USB Completed^FS
^XZ
This simple label format prints the Zebra logo and a line of text at the end of the mirroring exercise.
File 3: LOGO.ZPL
Uses the Zebra logo bitmap file.
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File 4: USBSTOREDFILE.ZPL
CT~~CD,~CC^~CT~
^XA~TA012~JSN^LT0^LH0,0^JMA^PR4,4~SD15^LRN^CI0^XZ
~DG000.GRF,07680,024,,[image data]
^XA
^LS0
^SL0
^BY3,3,91^FT35,250^BCN,,Y,N^FC%,{,#^FD%d/%m/%Y^FS
^FT608,325^XG000.GRF,1,1^FS
^FT26,75^A0N,28,28^FH\^FDThis label was printed from a format stored^FS
^FT26,125^A0N,28,28^FH\^FDon a USB Flash Memory drive. ^FS
^BY3,3,90^FT33,425^BCN,,Y,N
^FD>:Zebra Technologies^FS
^PQ1,0,1,Y^XZ
^XA^ID000.GRF^FS^XZ
This label format prints an image and text. This file will be stored on the USB memory device at the root level so that it can be printed.
File 5: VLS_BONKGRF.ZPL
File 6: VLS_EIFFEL.ZPL
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File 7: KEYBOARDINPUT.ZPL
^XA
^CI28
^BY2,3,91^FT38,184^BCN,,Y,N^FC%,{,#^FD%d/%m/%Y^FS
^FO385,75^XGE:zebra.bmp^FS
^FT40,70^A0N,28,28^FH\^FDThis label was printed using a keyboard input.
^FS
^FT35,260^A0N,28,28^FH\^FDThis label was printed by:^FS
^FT33,319^A0N,28,28^FN1"Enter Name"^FS
^XZ
This label format, used for the USB keyboard input exercise, does the following:
• Creates a barcode with the current date, based on your Real-Time Clock (RTC) setting. (RTC may not be present in the printer version you purchased)
• Prints the Zebra logo graphic
• Prints fixed text
• Prints text entered with the keyboard by a operator
File 8: SMARTDEVINPUT.ZPL
^XA
^CI28
^BY2,3,91^FT38,184^BCN,,Y,N^FC%,{,#^FD%d/%m/%Y^FS
^FO385,75^XGE:zebra.bmp^FS
^FT40,70^A0N,28,28^FH\^FDThis label was printed using a smart device input. ^FS
^FT35,260^A0N,28,28^FH\^FDThis label was printed by:^FS
^FT33,319^A0N,28,28^FN1"Enter Name"^FS^XZ
The same label format as the previous label, only with different text printing. This format is used for the smart device input exercise.
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Exercise 1: Copy Files to a USB Flash Drive and Perform USB Mirror
1.
On your USB Flash Drive, create the following:
• a folder called Zebra
• in that folder, three sub folders:
• appl
• commands
• files
2.
In the /appl folder, place a copy of the latest firmware for your printer.
Note • Some functions may not work properly if there are underscores in a file name. Use periods instead.
2.
In the /files folder, place the following file:
•
3.
In the /commands folder, place the following files:
•
•
4.
Insert the USB Flash drive into a USB host port on the front of your printer.
5.
Observe the user interface and wait. The following should happen:
• If the firmware on the USB Flash drive is different than what is on the printer, the firmware downloads to the printer. The printer then restarts and prints a printer configuration label. (If there is no firmware on the USB Flash drive or if the firmware version is the same, the printer skips this action.)
• The printer downloads the files in the /files folder and briefly shows the names of the files that are downloading on the display.
• The printer executes any files in the /commands folder.
• The printer restarts and then displays the message
MIRROR PROCESSING FINISHED.
6.
Remove the USB Flash drive from the printer.
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Table 2
Exercise 1: Advanced User Information
See the ZPL Programming Guide for more information about these commands.
Enable/disable mirroring:
! U1 setvar "usb.mirror.enable" "value" — Values : "on" or "off"
Enable/disable automatic mirroring that occurs when a USB Flash drive is inserted into the
USB host port:
! U1 setvar "usb.mirror.auto" "value" — Values: "on" or "off"
Mirror Operation Retry Number — Specify the number of times that the mirror operation will be repeated if it fails:
! U1 setvar "usb.mirror.error_retry" "value" — Values: 0 to 65535
Change File Path FROM USB — Reprogram the file location the printer searches to retrieve files from the USB memory during Mirror operations.
! U1 setvar "usb.mirror.appl_path" "new_path" — Default: "zebra/appl"
Change File Path TO USB — Reprogram the file location the printer places files into USB memory during Mirror operations.
! U1 setvar "usb.mirror.path" "path" — Default: "zebra"
Enable/disable the USB Host port
! U1 setvar "usb.host.lock_out" "value" — Values: "on" or "off"
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Using the USB Host Port and the NFC Capabilities
The Zebra Print Touch ™ feature allows you to touch an Android ™ -based, Near Field Communication
(NFC)
enabled device such as a smart phone or tablet to the printer’s Print Touch logo to pair the device to the printer. This capability allows you to use your device to provide information for which you are prompted and then print a label using that information.
This feature is not supported by all printer configurations. Only printers with the Print Touch logo have this feature.
Important • Some mobile devices may not support NFC communication with the printer until you configure the required NFC settings in your device. If you encounter difficulties, consult your service provider or your smart device manufacturer for more information.
Print Touch Location
(Passive NFC)
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Exercise 2: Enter Data for a Stored File with a Smart Device and Print a Label
Note • The steps in this exercise may vary somewhat based on your smart device, on your service provider, or on whether you already have the free Zebra Utilities app installed on your smart device.
Refer to the Zebra Bluetooth User Guide for specific instructions for configuring your printer to use a Bluetooth interface. A copy of this manual is available at: http://www.zebra.com/manuals .
1.
If you do not have the Zebra Utilities app installed on your device, go to the app store for your device, search for the Zebra Utilities app, and install it.
2.
Pair your smart device with the printer by holding the smart device next to the Zebra Print Touch icon on the printer.
1. If necessary, access the Bluetooth information about your printer using your smart device.
For instructions, refer to the manufacturer’s documentation for your device.
2. If necessary, select the Zebra printer’s serial number to pair it with the device.
3. After your smart device has been detected by the printer, the printer may prompt you to accept or reject the pairing. Some smart devices will pair with the printer without this prompt.
The printer and your device are paired.
3.
Start the Zebra Utilities app on your device. The Zebra Utilities main menu displays.
4.
Perform these steps if you have an Apple device:
5. Tap the Settings icon ( ) in the lower-right corner.
6. Change the setting for Get Labels From Printer to ON .
7. Tap Done.
8. Tap Files.
The smart device gets data from the printer and displays it.
Note • This retrieval process may take a minute or more to complete.
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5.
Scroll through the formats shown and select E:SMARTDEVINPUT.ZPL
.
Based on the ^FN field in the label format, the smart device prompts you for your name.
6.
Enter your name at the prompt.
7.
Change the quantity of labels to print, if desired.
8.
Tap PRINT to print the label.
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Table of contents
- 2 Terms of Use
- 2 Proprietary Statement
- 2 Product Improvements
- 2 Liability Disclaimer
- 2 Limitation of Liability
- 2 Publication Date
- 3 About
- 4 Other Valuable Printer Resources
- 4 Zebra OneCare Printer Service and Support
- 4 Using This Document and Its Internally Attached Files
- 5 Document Conventions
- 6 Contents
- 11 Introduction
- 11 ZD410 Direct Thermal Printers
- 12 ZD410 Printer Features:
- 13 ZD410 Printer Options:
- 14 Zebra Label Printing Solution
- 14 Modes of Printing
- 15 What’s in the Box?
- 16 Unpack and Inspect the Printer
- 17 Printer Features
- 18 Open the Printer
- 19 Closing the printer
- 22 Operator Controls
- 25 Battery Indicators and Controls
- 26 Zebra Print Touch
- 27 Install Hardware Options
- 28 Printer Connectivity Modules
- 32 Print Media Handling Options
- 33 Installing the Label Dispenser
- 34 Installing the Cutter
- 35 Media Roll Core Size Adapters
- 37 Installing the Attached Battery Base Options
- 38 Installing the Battery into the Attached Battery Base
- 39 Setup
- 39 Printer Setup Overview
- 40 Select a Location for the Printer
- 40 Install Printer Options and Connectivity Modules
- 41 Attaching Power
- 42 Getting Ready to Print
- 42 Preparing and Handling Media
- 42 Media Storage Tips
- 43 Loading Roll Media
- 43 Setting Media Sensing by Media type
- 47 Using the Movable Sensor
- 50 Run a SmartCal Media Calibration
- 50 SmartCal Procedure
- 51 Test Printing with the Configuration Report
- 52 Detecting a Media Out Condition
- 53 Connecting your Printer to a Computer
- 53 Interface Cable Requirements
- 57 Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Classic Wireless Connectivity Option
- 58 Setup for Windows OS
- 58 Windows to Printer Communication Setup (Overview)
- 59 Pre-install Windows® Printer Drivers
- 59 Setting Up the Wi-Fi Print Server Option
- 60 Configure Using the ZebraNet Bridge’s Connectivity Wizard
- 66 Using a Configuration Script
- 68 Bluetooth Option Configuration
- 70 Connecting to a Windows XP® SP2 Master Device
- 71 Connecting to a Windows Vista® SP2 or Windows 7® Master Device
- 74 Connecting the Printer to a Windows 8
- 75 Connecting the Printer to a Windows 10 PC
- 78 After Your Printer is Connected
- 80 Print Operations
- 80 Thermal Printing
- 80 Determining Your Printer’s Configuration Settings
- 80 Replacing Supplies
- 81 Select a Print Mode
- 81 Adjusting the Print Quality
- 82 Operator Darkness Control
- 83 Printing on Fan-Fold Media
- 85 Printing with Externally Mounted Roll Media
- 86 Using the Label Dispenser Option
- 90 Printing with the Attached Battery Base and Battery Option
- 91 Sending Files to the Printer
- 91 Printer Fonts
- 91 Identifying Fonts in Your Printer
- 91 Localizing the Printer with Code Pages
- 92 Asian fonts and Other Large Font Sets
- 92 Getting Asian Fonts
- 93 EPL Line Mode - Direct Thermal Printers only
- 94 Zebra® ZKDU — Printer Accessory
- 94 ZBI 2.0™ — Zebra Basic Interpreter
- 95 Updating Printer Firmware
- 96 Setting the Power Failure Recovery Mode Jumper
- 97 USB Host Port and Link-OS Usage Examples
- 97 USB Host
- 98 Using USB Host for Firmware Updates
- 99 USB Host and Printer Usage Examples
- 99 Items Required for the USB Host Exercises
- 99 Files for Completing the Exercises
- 102 Exercise 1: Copy Files to a USB Flash Drive and Perform USB Mirror
- 104 Using the USB Host Port and the NFC Capabilities
- 105 Exercise 2: Enter Data for a Stored File with a Smart Device and Print a Label
- 107 Maintenance
- 107 Cleaning
- 107 Cleaning Supplies
- 108 Recommended Cleaning Schedule
- 110 Cleaning the Printhead
- 111 Media Path Cleaning
- 112 Cleaning the Cutter and Label Dispenser Options
- 113 Sensor Cleaning
- 114 Platen Cleaning and Replacement
- 117 Other Printer Maintenance
- 117 RTC Battery
- 117 Fuses
- 118 Replacing the Printhead
- 122 Troubleshooting
- 122 Resolving Alerts and Errors
- 122 Alert: Printhead Open
- 123 Alert: Media Out
- 124 Alert: CUT ERROR
- 125 Alert: PRINTHEAD OVER TEMP
- 125 Alert: PRINTHEAD SHUTDOWN
- 126 Alert: PRINTHEAD UNDER TEMP
- 127 Alert: OUT OF MEMORY
- 128 Resolving Print Issues
- 128 Issue: General Print Quality Issues
- 129 Issue: No Print on the Label
- 130 Issue: Labels Are Distorted in Size or Print Area Start Position Varies
- 131 Communication Issues
- 131 Issue: Label Job Sent, No Data Transfer
- 131 Issue: Label Job Sent, Skips Labels or Prints Bad Content
- 132 Issue: Label Job Sent, Data Transfers, But No Print
- 133 Miscellaneous Issues
- 133 Issue: Settings are Lost or Ignored
- 134 Issue: Non-continuous labels act as Continuous labels.
- 134 Issue: Printer Locks-Up
- 135 Issue: Battery has a Red Indicator
- 136 Tools
- 137 Printer Diagnostics
- 137 Power-On Self Test
- 137 SmartCal Media Calibration
- 138 Configuration Report (CANCEL Self Test)
- 139 Printer Network (and Bluetooth) Configuration Report
- 140 Print Quality Report (FEED self test)
- 143 Reset Printer Factory Defaults (PAUSE + FEED Self Test)
- 143 Reset Network Factory Defaults (PAUSE + CANCEL Self Test)
- 144 Reset Button
- 145 Communication Diagnostics Test
- 146 Sensor Profile
- 148 Advanced Mode
- 148 Manual Media Calibration
- 149 Manual Print Width Adjustment
- 150 Manual Print Darkness Adjustment
- 151 Factory Test Modes
- 152 Interface Connector Wiring
- 152 Universal Serial Bus (USB) Interface
- 153 Serial Port Interface
- 153 Connecting the Printer to a DTE Device
- 154 Connecting the Printer to a DCE Device
- 155 Dimensions
- 159 Media
- 160 Types of Thermal Media
- 160 Determining Thermal Media Types
- 161 General Media and Print Specifications
- 163 ZPL Configuration
- 164 Managing the ZPL Printer Configuration
- 164 ZPL Printer Configuration Format
- 165 Configuration Setting to Command Cross-reference
- 168 Printer Memory Management and Related Status Reports
- 168 ZPL Programming for Memory Management