Unpacking and inspection 3, Reporting damage 3, Storage 3 – Zebra Technologies R-140 User Manual
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Media and Ribbon Requirements
Since print quality is affected by media and ribbon, printing speeds, and
printer operating modes, it is very important to run tests for your
applications.
High quality RFID Labels are recommended to ensure against premature
printhead wear.
For non-RFID applications, we STRONGLY RECOMMEND the use of
Zebra Technologies Corporation-brand supplies for continuous high-quality
printing. A wide range of paper, polypropylene, polyester, and vinyl stock
has been specifically engineered to enhance the printing capabilities of the
printer and to ensure against premature printhead wear.
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Continuous roll media, fanfold media, or card stock with optional
perforations and registration holes may be used.
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Printhead life may be reduced by the abrasion of exposed paper fibers
when using perforated media.
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The ribbon MUST be as wide as or wider than the media being used. If
the ribbon is narrower than the media, areas of the printhead will be
unprotected and subject to premature wear. (When printing in direct
thermal mode, ribbon is not used and should not be loaded in the
printer.)
Power Cord
WARNING! For personnel and equipment safety, always use a
three-prong plug with a ground (earth) connection.
NOTE: Depending on how your printer was ordered, a power cord may or
may not be included. If one is not included, or if the one included
is not suitable for your requirements, refer to
The power cord connector must be plugged into the mating connector on
the rear of the printer.
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