
The printer will not respond if the label format received does not contain the required programming commands for label printing. The printer must receive the commands in the supported printer language such as ZPL, EPL, or Line Print. Zebra printers are command interpretation engines using printer commands to define the printed images. We do offer a demo app from the PlayStore, "Zebra Utilities", but it is not a full functioning application and is not intended for use in production. Use the Zebralink Multiplatform SDK for assistance. NOTE If printing from Android devices, you would need a custom application.

Refer to the article: Configure Bluetooth Setup Using the Zebra Setup Utility Refer to the article: Windows 8 Bluetooth Configuration for Zebra Printers

Communications Setup: USB, Serial, Wireless, and Bluetooth.Print Quality: Modifying Print Speed, Darkness, for example, to achieve a quality print.Media Related Settings: Media refers to the labels, tags, and stock used in the printer.However, depending on the media being used and application requirements, some setup may be necessary to perform optimal performance.


Many printing applications will function with these factory settings and require no additional adjustments beyond the communications setup and minor darkness adjustment. The printer comes from the factory set to tear-off mode with black mark media and adjusted for full-width paper label stock. Understanding the printer configurations will enhance your ability to optimize your printer to meet your printing needs and understand the printer's limitations.įor more information, refer to User Guide: ZQ500 Printer Specifications. This flexibility is due to the printer’s ability to be configured and adjusted for all the variability an application may introduce. You can use the Zebra ZQ500 series printer in a wide variety of applications using many different media types (direct thermal only) to suit your printing needs.
