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Contents Proprietary Statement...............................................................................................5 Document Conventions............................................................................................7 Introduction to the RW Series.............................................................................. 10 Unpacking and Inspection..................................................................... 10 Reporting Damage...............................................
Compact Flash (802.11b) and Bluetooth Co-located Radio Modules............... 43 European Regulatory Information for the Compact Flash 802.11b Radio and Bluetooth Co-located Radio Modules..............................................................................43 Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity...........................................................................43 Card Reader Options...............................................................................................
Appendix C................................................................................................................. 78 Maintenance Supplies....................................................................................................... 78 Appendix D................................................................................................................. 79 Product Support..................................................................................................................
Proprietary Statement This manual contains proprietary information of Zebra Technologies Corporation. It is intended solely for the information and use of parties operating and maintaining the equipment described herein. Such proprietary information may not be used, reproduced, or disclosed to any other parties for any other purpose without the expressed written permission of Zebra Technologies Corporation.
Agency Approvals and Regulatory Information • FCC part 15 • Canadian STD RSS-210 • NOM/NYCE (Mexico) • EN60950-1: Safety Standard • EN55022: Class B European • C-Tick (Australia) Electromagnetic Radiation Standard Liability Disclaimer Inasmuch as every effort has been made to supply accurate information in this manual, Zebra Technologies Corporation is not liable for any erroneous information or omissions.
Document Conventions The following conventions are used throughout this document to convey certain information: Caution • Warns you of the potential for electrostatic discharge. Caution • Warns you of a potential electric shock situation. Caution • Warns you of a situation where excessive heat could cause a burn Caution • Advises you that failure to take or avoid a specific action could result in physical harm to you.
Figure 1: RW 420 Overview 1 2 13 12 3 11 4 10 5 6 8 7 9 8 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18.
Figure 2: RW 220 Overview 1 2 11 3 4 10 9 5 6 7 8 7 1. Platen Roller 2. Bar Sensor 3. Media Support Disks 4. Printhead 5. Latch Release Button 6. Magnetic Stripe Reader (MSR) Slot 7. “D” Rings 8. Control Panel 9. Smart Card Slot 10. Gap Sensor 11. Media Cover 12. Communications Port Door 13. Communications Port 14. Belt Clip 15. Battery 16.
Introduction to the RW Series Thank you for choosing one of our Zebra RW Mobile Printers. It is one of a series of rugged printers that are sure to become productive and efficient additions to your workplace thanks to their innovative design. Because the RW series is made by Zebra Technologies, you’re assured of world-class support for all of your bar code printers, software, and supplies. • This User’s Guide gives you the information you’ll need to operate and maintain your RW 220 or RW 420 printer.
Getting Ready to Print Battery Safety The Battery Packs used on Zebra Mobile Printers contain a great deal of energy and can cause personal injury or start a fire if used improperly or carelessly. Please observe the following safety practices: Caution • Avoid accidental short circuiting of any battery. Allowing battery terminals to contact conductive material will create a short circuit which could cause burns and other injuries or could start a fire.
Figure 3: Installing the RW 420 Battery Rotate Belt Clip out of the way. Insert this end of the Battery Pack into the printer Rock the Battery Pack into the Printer until the latch clicks into place. Figure 4: Installing the RW 220 Battery Rotate Belt Clip out of the way. Insert this end of the Battery Pack into the printer Rock the Battery Pack into the Printer until the latch clicks into place.
Installing RW Series Batteries Important • Batteries are shipped uncharged. Remove protective shrink-wrap and labels from new battery packs prior to use. 1. Rotate the Belt Clip to allow access to the Battery compartment. This is an optional step on the RW 220. 2. Insert the battery into the printer as shown in Figure 3 or 4, 3. Rock the Battery into the printer as shown until it locks in place.
Figure 6: LI72 Single Charger Types Yellow Green LI72 3-Wire Charger LI72 3-Wire Charger p/n AT17696-x (Enhanced) p/n AT18737-x Two three-wire versions of the LI72 are offered as illustrated in Figure 4. The enhanced 3-Wire version (AT18737-x) offers improved charging features and will replace the LI72 3-Wire charger (AT17696-x). Both of the LI72 models will charge a battery pack as fast as its charge level will allow, and then switch over to a maintenance charge to keep the charge at its maximum.
Charging Battery Packs with the LI72 Three-Wire Version (AT17696-x) Plug the LI72 into the appropriate A.C. wall receptacle, then insert the charge cable into the battery pack charger jack. The yellow/green charge indicator LED will indicate the status of the charger as per the following table.
Charging Battery Packs with the LI72 Three-Wire Version (AT18737-x) Plug the LI72 into the appropriate AC wall receptacle, then insert the charge cable into the battery pack charger jack. The amber/green charge indicator LED will indicate the status of the charger as per the following table. LED Status Charger Status Green Solid Fully Charged Amber Solid Charging Amber Blinking • • • • Battery Contact Problem 1. Short Circuit of Output Terminals 2. Detection of Short Battery’s Circuit 3.
Model UCLI72-4 Quad Charger The UCLI72-4 Quad Charger is designed to charge up to four RW Series battery packs simultaneously. Batteries must be removed from the printer to be charged in the Quad Charger. 1. Ensure that the charger has been installed properly per the Quad Charger instruction manual. Ensure that the power indicator on the front panel is on. 2. Remove any protective shrink-wrap and labels from all battery packs prior to use.
the charging process per the following table: UCLI72-4Battery Status Indicators Amber LED Green LED Battery Status On Off Charging On Flashing 80% charged (O.K. to use) Off On Completely Charged Flashing Off Fault Important • A fault condition is caused by a problem with the battery. The charger may indicate a fault because the battery is too hot or too cold to charge reliably. Try to charge the battery again when it returns to the room’s ambient temperature.
Loading the Media RW series printers are designed to print either continuous (journal) media or label stock. Loading Media Procedure 1. Open the printer: Refer to Figure 7. • Press the latch release button on the side of the printer as shown at “1” below. The media cover will open automatically • Rotate the Media Cover back completely as shown at “2”, exposing the media compartment and the adjustable media supports. Figure 7: Opening the Printer RW 420 printer shown.
Loading Media From An Internal Supply • Refer to Figure 8. Pull the media supports apart as shown. Insert the roll of media between them, and let the media supports close. Ensure that the media pulls off the core in the direction shown in Figure 8. The supports will adjust themselves to the width of the media, and the roll of media should be able to spin freely on the supports. Figure 8: Loading Media from an Internal Supply Media Roll Note direction media pulls off the roll.
Loading Media From An External Supply Note • Only the RW 420 supports an external media supply. Refer to Figure 9. The RW 420 configured with the External Media option has a loading slot in the rear of the media compartment allowing you to use standard 4 in. (101.6 mm) wide fanfold media from an external supply. The external supply must be designed such that it does not exert excessive drag as media is fed through the printer, which could result in distorted printing.
dia guides and up through the media compartment as shown. Make sure the side of the media you will be printing on faces the printhead. 4. Close the Media Cover: Refer to Figure 10. • Pull the media out of the printer as shown at “1.” • Close the media cover as shown at “2”, ensuring that it latches securely into place. • Turn the printer on or press the Feed button if the printer is already on. The printer will advance a short strip of media and will then be ready for printing.
Operator Controls Control Panel The control panel has buttons for the power on/off and media feed functions and a display for providing information regarding printer functions. Two keys provide easy navigation and selection of menu options affecting many printer functions. The “Scroll” button allows scrolling through the various options and settings. The “Select” button allows selection of the option or function displayed on the screen.
The top of the screen has a row of status icons which indicate the state of various printer functions: Indicates a Bluetooth connection is established. This icons is functional only on RW series printers with a Bluetooth wireless option installed. Indicates that the printer is associated with a wireless Local Area Network (LAN) using an 802.11b/g compliant radio. This icon is functional only on RW series printers with a WLAN wireless option installed. A flashing icon indicates low battery status.
Extended LCD Functions1 Function Default setting Scroll & Select Options Sensor Type Bar • • Baud Rate 19200 • • • • • Data Bits 8 • • Parity N (none) • • • LCD Contrast 8 • • No-activity Timeout 120 sec.
Display Functions Not Accessible from the Keypad1 Function Default setting Scroll & Select Options WLAN ID2 Factory Set N/A Value Tear-off 00 • Increase (max. = +10) Position (Top of Form) • Decrease (min. = -120 • All protocols On Network & RF Settings • Protocols On or Off individually Bridge Mode Off • Off • On DTR/VBUS-Power Off Off • On • Off Present-at 000 • Increase (max.= +120) • Decrease (min.
Verify the Printer Is Working Before you connect the printer to your computer or portable data terminal, make sure that the printer is in proper working order. You can do this by printing a configuration label using the “two key reset” method. If you can’t get this label to print, refer to “Troubleshooting.” Printing a Configuration Label 1. Turn the printer off. Load the media compartment with journal media (media with no black bars printed on the back) 2. Press and hold the Feed Button. 3.
Connecting the Printer The printer must establish communications with a host terminal which sends the data to be printed. Communications occur in three basic ways: • By a cable between the printer and its host terminal using either RS232C or USB protocols • By means of a Bluetooth short-range radio frequency link • By means of a wireless LAN (Local Area Network) per 802.
munications cables offered with the RW series.) Plug the connector into the combination port and ensure it’s locking device has clicked into position. Then press the Locking Plug into the opening around the connector, aligning its locking features with the cutouts on the printer case. Turn the Locking Plug clockwise one-quarter turn to secure it in place. The other end of the cable must be plugged into the host terminal as shown in Figure 13, or to a serial port on a computer as shown in Figure 14.
nal and the printer are controlled by the applications running on the terminal and the printer. USB RW series Printers also have a USB type B port located directly above the 10- pin RS323/USB combination communications port. (Refer to Figure 12) Note that the RW series USB port is intended for setup and maintenance of the printer only and not for permanent communications use to a terminal.
RW 420 printers can be equipped with both a Bluetooth and an 802.11b radio, allowing communications with both Bluetooth enabled devices and a Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) (see discussion below). Wireless Local Area Network Overview RW series printers can be equipped with several radio options which use the industry standard 802.11 WLAN protocol.
either the ”CPCL Programmers Manual” or the “Quick Start Guide for Mobile Wireless Printers” both available on-line at the Zebra Web site www.zebra.com. More information and LAN configuration utilities may also be found in Zebra’s Label Vista™ program (version 2.8 and later). Label Vista may be downloaded from Zebra’s Web site. Setting Up the Software RW series printers use Zebra’s CPCL Programming language which was designed for mobile printing applications.
Radio Regulatory Information Bluetooth RW -ZBR3 Radio (RW 220 and RW 420) Caution • Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation. The radiated output power of this internal Bluetooth radio is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. The internal Bluetooth radio operates within guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations. Do not use the printer in an unauthorized manner.
Zebra Bluetooth Radio 2.0 RW-ZBR4 (RW 220 and RW 420) Caution • Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation. The radiated output power of this internal Bluetooth radio is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. The internal Bluetooth radio operates within guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations. Do not use the printer in an unauthorized manner. Note • The following section only applies when an RW-ZBR4 (FCC ID: I28MD-ZBR4RW) Zebra Embedded Bluetooth 2.
Compact Flash (802.11b) Radio Module The following section only applies when the CF (Compact Flash) WLAN module (With FCC ID: I28MD-RW4137) is installed in a RW series printer. The FCC ID number is on the serial number label on the back of the printer and can be read with the module installed.
Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity This device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC. The following test methods have been applied in order to prove presumption of compliance with the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC: • EN 60950-1 Safety of Information Technology Equipment • EN 300 328-2 V1.2.1 Technical requirements for spread-spectrum radio equipment • EN 301 489-17 V1.2.1 EMC requirements for spread-spectrum radio equipment. This device is a 2.
Zebra Value Radio, 802.11b The following section only applies when the Zebra Value Radio, 802.11b (with FCC ID: I28MD-ZLAN11B) is installed in a RW series printer. The FCC ID number is on the serial number label on the back of the printer and can be read with the module installed.
Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity This device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC. The following test methods have been applied in order to prove presumption of compliance with the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC: • EN 60950-1 Safety of Information Technology Equipment • EN 300 328-2 V1.2.1 Technical requirements for spread-spectrum radio equipment • EN 301 489-17 V1.2.1 EMC requirements for spread-spectrum radio equipment. This device is a 2.
WLAN Module Using 802.11b/g Radio The following section only applies when the 802.11b/g WLAN module (With FCC ID: I28MD-ZLAN11G or FCC ID: I28MD-CXLAN11G ) is installed in a RW series printer). Other than conditions specified elsewhere in this manual, only one of the radio options can be installed in the printer at one time and the antenna used for these transmitters must not be colocated or must not operate in conjunction with any other antenna.
The RW 220 and RW 420 printers with this radio option have been SAR tested. The maximum SAR value measured for each model is listed below: Model SAR value W/Kg (1g average)) RW220 0.004 RW 420 0.
Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity This device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC. The following test methods have been applied in order to prove presumption of compliance with the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC: • EN55022 European Emissions Standard • EN 60950-1 Safety of Information Technology Equipment • EN 300 328-2 Technical requirements for spread-spectrum radio equipment • EN 301 489-17 EMC requirements for spread-spectrum radio equipment. This device is a 2.
NCC (Taiwan) Compliance Statement 經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機,非經許可,公司、商號或使用者均 不得擅自變更頻率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。低功率射 頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信;經發現有干擾現象 時,應立即停用,並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。前項合法通信,指依 電信法規定作業之無線電通信。低功率射頻電機須忍受合法通信或工 業、科學及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。 “ According to “Administrative Regulations on Low Power Radio Waves Radiated Devices” Without permission granted by the NCC, any company, enterprise, or user is not allowed to change frequency, enhance transmitting power or alter original characteristic as well as performance to a approved low pow
Compact Flash (802.11b) and Bluetooth Co-located Radio Modules The following section only applies when the CF (Compact Flash) WLAN module (With FCC ID: I28MD-RW4137) and Bluetooth module (FCC ID: I28MD-BTC2TY3) are installed in a RW 420 printer. This co-located radio configuration has demonstrated compliance to FCC regulations. The FCC ID numbers are on the serial number label on the back of the printer and can be read with the module installed.
The use of this frequency band in France is subject to restrictions. You may only use channels 10 and 11 (2457 and 2462 MHz) on French territory, except in those French departments as listed in the table below where channels 1-13 (24122472 MHz) may be used. For more information see http://www.anfr.fr/ and/or http://www.art-telecom.
Card Reader Options The RW series can be equipped with optional Magnetic Stripe and Smart Card readers. The magnetic stripe card reader allows the user to swipe magnetic stripe cards such as credit cards through a slot in the printer and then read and process the data contained in the card. In a similar manner the Smart Card reader can read the information written in the microchip embedded in Smart Cards, and process the information in the chip in a variety of ways depending on the printer’s application.
The MSR is used as follows: 1. When the reader is enabled, place the card into the reader slot as shown. The magnetic stripe (typically on the back of the card) must face the bottom of the printer, and be inserted into the bottom of the card reader slot as shown in Figure 16. 2. Slide the card through the slot. The card will be read if slid in either direction. Depending on the application software, the printer will sound one chime when a scan is successful . 3.
Smart Card Reader The optional Smart Card reader is used as follows: 1. The LCD will display “RDR” to indicate the Smart Card reader is active. (Some reader applications may flash the display backlight and/or chime three times to indicate the reader status is “ready.”) At this time, the printer is acting only as a Smart Card reader connected to the host terminal; all other printer functions are suspended. 2. Insert the card into the reader slot as shown in Figure 17.
Using the Accessories Belt Clip Refer to Figure 18. All RW series printers are equipped with a belt clip. To use: hook the clip over your belt, and ensure that the clip is securely attached to the belt. The belt clip will pivot to allow you to move freely while wearing the printer.
Adjustable Shoulder Strap Refer to Figure 19. If your printer is equipped for the shoulder strap option: snap each end of the shoulder strap into the “D” rings in the top of the printer. Hold the buckle and adjust the strap until you achieve the desired length.
Cradles RW 420 Vehicle Cradle The RW 420 can be used in conjunction with a docking Cradle. When the printer is “docked” the Cradle will charge the printer’s battery and allow the printer to print, receive and transmit data as usual. The Cradle can provide power from a 12 VDC power supply either from a power take-off point in a vehicle or from an external power supply running off A.C. power. Refer to the documentation supplied with the Cradle for more information.
Figure 21: Installing the RW 420 into the Cradle Remove and retain the Docking Connector Cover Power Indicator Charge Indicator Always Green when power is on Place the Printer over the retaining pins in the Cradle. Rock the Printer into the Cradle to latch it in position. • Place the bottom of the printer over the two pins in the Cradle. • Rock the top of the Printer into the Cradle and press firmly until it latches in place.
If the charge indicator does not light up, unlatch the printer from the Vehicle Cradle, lift it clear from the Cradle and re-seat it. Refer to the Vehicle Cradle Installation Guide for more complete information on the power and charge indicators You can load media (including media from an external supply) and perform cleaning operations normally when the RW 420 Printer is installed in the Cradle . Removing the RW 420 from the Cradle Refer to Figure 22. • Turn the Printer off.
RW 220 Vehicle Cradle The RW 220 can be used in conjunction with its own docking Cradle. When the printer is “docked” it can be powered by either its own battery or one of the RCLI series of external chargers. Refer to the documentation supplied with the Cradle for more information. Installing the RW 220 in the Cradle Refer to Figure 23. Important • It is recommended as a safety precaution that the adjustable shoulder strap be removed prior to docking the Printer.
Removing the RW 220 from the Cradle Refer to Figure 24. • Turn the Printer off. • Pull the latch button on the Cradle and rotate the printer away from the Cradle. • Lift the Printer free of the cradle locating pins and out from the Cradle. Figure 24: Removing the RW 220 from the Cradle Rotate the Printer out of the Cradle. Pull the Latchbutton to release the Printer. Lift the printer free of the locating pins.
Preventive Maintenance Extending Battery Life • Avoid exposing the battery to direct sunlight or temperatures over 104° F (40° C). • Always use a Zebra charger designed specifically for Lithium-Ion batteries. Use of any other kind of charger may damage the battery. • Use the correct media for your printing requirements. An authorized Zebra re-seller can help you determine the optimum media for your application. • If you print the same text or graphic on every label, consider using a preprinted label.
General Cleaning Instructions Caution • Always turn the printer off before cleaning. To avoid possible personal injury or damage to the printer, never insert any pointed or sharp objects into the printer. Use care when working near the Tear Bar. The edges are very sharp. Caution • The printhead can become very hot after prolonged printing. Allow it to cool off before attempting any cleaning procedures. Caution • Use only cleaning agents specified in the following table.
RW Series Cleaning Area Printhead (Figure 25) Method Interval Use the supplied cleaning pen or 70% isopropyl alcohol on a cotton swab to clean the print elements from end to end (the print elements are located in the thin gray line on the printhead). Platen Roller (Figure 25) Rotate the platen roller and clean it thoroughly with the cleaning pen or 70% isopropyl alcohol and a cotton swab. Tear bar (Figure 25) Clean thoroughly with the cleaning pen or 70% isopropyl alcohol and a cotton swab.
Troubleshooting LCD Control Panel Indicators The top of the display shows several icons which indicate various printer functions. Check the indicator status, then refer to the Troubleshooting topic referenced in the chart to resolve the problem. Icon Status Indication On Bluetooth Link established Off No Bluetooth Link On 802.11b/g RF Link established Off No 802.
Troubleshooting Topics 1. No power • Check that battery is installed properly. • Recharge or replace battery as necessary. (Always dispose of used batteries properly. Refer to Appendix E for more information on proper battery disposal.) 2. Media does not feed: • Ensure Media Cover is properly closed and latched. • Check media supports for any binding. 3. Poor or faded print or flashing icon: • Clean print head. • Check battery and recharge or replace as necessary. • Check quality of media. 4.
9. Flashing or icon : • Check that media is loaded. • Ensure Media Cover is properly closed and latched. 10. Skips labels (only when using label stock): • Check media for top of form sense mark or label gap. • Check that the maximum print field has not been exceeded on label. • Ensure bar or gap sensor is not blocked or malfunctioning. 11. Communication Error: • Check media is loaded. • Ensure Media Cover is properly closed and latched and error indicators are off. • Check baud rate.
Troubleshooting Techniques Printing a Configuration Label To print out a listing of the printer’s current configuration follow these steps: 1. Turn the printer off. Load the media compartment with journal media (media with no black bars printed on the back) 2. Press and hold the Feed Button. 3. Press and release the Power button and keep the Feed button pressed. When printing starts, release the Feed button. Refer to Figures 26 through 26b for a sample configuration printout.
3. Press the FEED key. The printer will print: “Entering DUMP mode.” Note • If the FEED key is not pressed within 3 seconds, the printer will print “DUMP mode not entered” and will resume normal operation. 4. At this point, the printer is in DUMP mode and will print the ASCII hex codes of any data sent to it, and their text representation (or “.” if not a printable character). Additionally, a file with a “.dmp” extension containing the ASCII information will be created and stored in the printer’s memory.
Print Head Test End of First Report Unit Serial Number Installed software and firmware Settings for RS232 and USB communications via cable Report appears only on units with wireless options installed. Units with no wireless options will print an empty line and resume printing This example has a Bluetooth module installed. (Refer to page 29 for more details.) Information on TCP/IP and LAN addresses and settings.
Information on any installed 802.11b/g wireless devices In this example, an 802.11b WLAN card has been detected. List of peripherals installed. In this example the printer has the Mag Card and SmartCard reader option, and the wireless expansion module has an 802.11b and Bluetooth wireless module1. List of power management settings. Also includes a count of the number of times the unit has been powered on. 1. Dual radio units as illustrated above are available only on the RW 420.
Flash Memory Size RAM Size Maximum Label Size Resident Fonts Installed Resident Pre-scaled Font Installed (my 2010.CPF) (my 2020.CPF) myfont myfont2 myfont3 my_2010 my_2020 Pre-scaled fonts (.cpf) listed separately Files Loaded in Printer Memory (will include Prescaled or Scalable Fonts) .FNT .FNT .FNT .CPF .
Specifications Note.- Printer specifications are subject to change without notice. Printing Specifications Print Width RW 420 4.09 in. [103.8 mm] max. RW 220 2.20 in [56 mm] max. Print Speed @ 30% density 3 in. /second [76.2 mm/second] Distance from Print Element to Tear Edge .20 in. [5 mm] 41 dots Print Head Life, calculated Print Density 1,964,160 in.
RW 420 Media Specifications Media Width 2.0 in. to 4.12 in. (50.8 to 104.6 mm) Max. continuous receipt (w/std. memory) Continuous, dependent on installed memory Inter-label Gap. 0.08 in. to 0.16 in. (0.12 in. preferred) (2 mm to 4 mm [3 mm preferred]) Label Thickness .0025” to .0065” (.064 mm to .165 mm) Max. Label Roll dia. 2.25 in. (57 mm) O.D. Label Inner Core .75 in. (19 mm) minimum dia; 1.38 in.
USB 1 5 10 1 RS232/USB Combination Port Figure 27: Communication Ports 68 RW Series User Guide
Communications Ports USB Signal Pin# Name Description Type 1 VBUS 2 USB - bi-directional USB Bus Power I/O signals 3 USB + bi-directional I/O signals 4 USB_ID Identifies A/B connector 5 Return Ground RS232/USB Signal Description Pin# Name Type 1 USB D- bi-directional I/O signals 2 USB D+ bi-directional I/O signals 3 RXD input Receive Data 4 TXD output Transmit Data 5 DTR output Data Terminal Ready- set high when printer is on.
Font/Bar Code Specifications Fonts Available Linear Bar Codes Available Standard Fonts: 25 bit-mapped fonts; 1 scalable font (CG Trimvirate Bold Condensed*) Downloadable optional bit-mapped & scalable fonts via Label Vista software.
Physical/Environmental/Electrical Specifications RW 420 Weight w/ battery, excluding media Operating Temperature RW 220 1 2.0 lbs. (907 g. ) 1.45 lb.(658 g.)1 2.15 lbs. (975 g)2 1.55 lb. (703 g)2 -4° to 131° F (-20° to 55° C) Charging Temperature 32° to 104°F (0° to 40° C) Storage Temperature -22° to 149° F (-30° to 65° C) w/o battery -4° to 113° F (-20° to 45°C) with battery Relative Humidity Battery Operating: 10% to 90% (non-condensing) Storage: 10% to 90% (non-condensing) 7.
3.7” [94 mm] max. 1 6.3” [160 mm] 6.9” [175 mm] 3.2” [81 mm] max. 1 7.4” [188 mm] NOTE: 1. Dimensions shown are for units with the MSR/Smart Card option installed. Subtract .08” [2 mm] from these dimensions for units without this option. .25” [6 mm] Figure 28: RW 420 Overall Dimensions 72 RW Series User Guide 1.
3.7” [94.1 mm]1 4.4” [111.8 mm] 7.2” [185.3 mm] 6.8” [173.6 mm] 1.8” [45.6 mm] 3.2” [81 mm]1 3.9” [99.1 mm] # 6-32 x .25” [6.4 mm] deep (2) places NOTE: 1. Dimensions shown are for units with the MSR/Smart Card option installed. Subtract 0.27” [5 mm] from these dimensions for units without this option.
RW Series Accessories Description Input Voltage Adjustable shoulder strap n/a Carrying Strap n/a RW 420 Protective Soft Case n/a RW 220 Protective Soft Case n/a RW 420 Extra Battery Pack n/a RW 220 Extra Battery Pack n/a RW 420 Vehicle Cradle/Charger 9-30 VDC RW 420 Vehicle Cradle/Charger w/ cigarette lighter adapter 9-30 VDC RW 220 Vehicle Cradle n/a RW 220 Vehicle Cradle w/ mounting arm n/a Model RCLI-DC Mobile Chargers DC-DC run/charge units1 12 VDC 9-30 VDC 30-60 VDC Model RCLI-A
Appendix A Interface Cables RS232 Download Cable Part Number AK17463-008; RW Mod Plug to 9-Pin DB PC Cable PIN 9 (TXD) 3 (RXD) 2 (DSR) 6 (GND) 5 (DTR) 4 (CTS) 8 PIN 1 (RTS) 7 SHIELD 10 PIN MOD Plug (Printer Signals) 3 (RXD) 4 (TXD) 5 (DTR) 6 (GND) 7 (DSR) 8 (RTS) 9 (CTS) SHIELD PIN 1 PIN 10 USB Download Cable Part Number AK18666-1; RW Mod Plug to USB A Cable 4 PIN USB (Type A Plug) 1 (VBUS) 2 (USB D-) 3 (USB D+) 4 (GND) 10 PIN MOD Plug (Printer Signals) 10 (VBUS) 1 (USB D-) 2 (USB D+) 6 (GND) 75 RW
Appendix A More Interface Cables USB Cable Part Number AT17010-1; USB A to USB Mini B Cable The USB cable is intended for setup and maintenance of the printer only. Contact the Factory or your Zebra Sales Representative for more information on interface cables to most major manufacturer’s data terminals. You may also visit the Zebra Web site at www.zebra.
Appendix B Media Supplies To insure maximum printer life and consistent print quality and performance for your individual application, it is recommended that only media produced by Zebra be used. Advantages include: • Consistent quality and reliability of media products. • Large range of stocked and standard formats. • In-house custom format design service. • Large production capacity which services the needs of many large and small media consumers including major retail chains world wide.
Appendix C Maintenance Supplies In addition to using quality media provided by Zebra, it is recommended that the printer be cleaned as prescribed in the maintenance section. The following items are available for this purpose: • Cleaning Pen (10 pack), Reorder No. AN11209-1 • Cleaning Kit with Cleaning Pen, and Cotton Swabs, Reorder No.
Appendix D Product Support When calling with a specific problem regarding your printer, please have the following information on hand: • Model number/type (e.g. RW 420) • Unit serial number (refer to figure on opposite page) • Product Configuration Code (PCC) (refer to figure on opposite page)) For on-line product support and the most recent versions of downloadable user documentation, firmware and software utilities, go to the Zebra Web site: www.zebra.
Appendix D (continued) Product Configuration Code Serial Number RW 420 Product Configuration Code Serial Number RW 220 Serial and PCC Number Locations for RW Series Printers 80 RW Series User Guide
Appendix E Battery Disposal The EPA certified RBRC® Battery Recycling Seal on the Lithium-Ion (Li-ion) battery supplied with your printer indicates Zebra Technologies Corporation is voluntarily participating in an industry program to collect and recycle these batteries at the end of their useful life, when taken out of service in the United States or Canada.
Appendix F Using zebra.com The following examples use the search functions on Zebra’s Web site for finding specific documents . Example1: Find the Mobile Printer Wireless Configuration Guide. Go to www.zebra.com/manuals. Select as a manual type “Networking Manual” then click on “Submit”. Select manual type Click on “SUBMIT” At the resulting screen, select Wireless Mobile as the networking type. Then select the desired language.
Example 2: Find the Label Vista Download page: Go to www.zebra.com/software and select “Label Vista”, then click “Submit”.
Index A Installing printer in 51 removing printer from 52 Cradle, Vehicle, RW 420 24,?48 Installing printer in 48 removing printer from 50 rotate display text when docking 48 Accessories Adjustable Shoulder Strap 47 Belt Clip 46 list of 72 Vehicle Cradle RW 220 51 Vehicle Cradle RW 420 48 D B Declaration of Conformity 802.11b (Compact Flash radio) EU countries 35,?37,?41 Bluetooth radio (ZBR-3) EU Countries 32 co-located802.11b&Bluetoothradios 41 EU countries Bluetooth radio 33 Zebra 802.
R W Radio Regulatory Information 802.11b/g Radio 38 EU countries 39 Republic of China 40 802.11b (Compact Flash radio) EU countries 34 Bluetooth radio (RW-ZBR3) EU countries 32 Co-located 802.11b & Bluetooth 41 Zebra Value Radio, 802.11b 36 EU Countries 36 Real Time Clock 64 Regulatory Information Bluetooth radio (ZBR3 & QL+ZBR4) 33 Bluetooth radio (ZBR4) 33 Wireless Communications 802.11b/g WLAN Radio 38 802.
Patent Numbers This product and/or its use m ay be covered by one or m ore of the follow ing U S patents and corresponding international patents w orldw ide D 275,286 6,261,009 5,113,445 5,399,846 5,726,630 D 347,021 6,261,013 5,140,144 5,408,081 5,768,991 D 389,178 6,267,521 5,132,709 5,410,139 5,790,162 D 430,199 6,270,072 B1 5,142,550 5,410,140 5,791,796 D 433,702 6,285,845 B1 5,149,950 5,412,198 5,806,993 D 549,768 6,292,595 5,157,687 5,415,482 5,813,343 3,964,673 6,296,032 5,168,148 5,418,812 5,816,71
