ZEBRA ZD888TA Thermal Transfer Desktop Printer User Guide

June 16, 2024
ZEBRA

ZEBRA ZD888TA Thermal Transfer Desktop Printer

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IMPORTANT

Install the driver for your printer.

The driver MUST be installed before connecting the printer to the computer, or it will cause complications. If your Microsoft Windows-based computer does not have the driver installed for this printer, download it from zebra.com /zd888ta-info or zebra.com/zd230ta- info and install it before continuing

Verify that you have the items shown.

Parts Description

Labels and Ribbons are not included

Set up printer

Connect the power supply. (If needed, connect the two parts of the power supply.)

Connect the USB cable to the printer.

Load Media

NOTE: To print using direct thermal only, make sure you adjust the print model via the Printer Driver or Zebra Setup Utility.

Remove and discard the outer layer.

Load Ribbon

  • Insert the ribbon take-up core on the top spindles. Load the ribbon on the lower spindles.
  • Pull the ribbon leader forward, and attach it to the take-up core. Wind the media around the take-up spindle.

Power On and Print

  • Press the POWER switch to turn on. The light on top of the printer will cycle.
  • Printer is ready when the status light is green
  • Perform Media Calibration
  • Test Print Configuration Report

NOTE: If the print quality is not good, check the darkness setting, the media type, or the ribbon type or clean the printhead.

Support and Information

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Product Registration (Hardware)

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CAUTION – For personnel and equipment safety, always use an approved three- conductor power cord specific to the region or country intended for installation. This cord must use a three-conductor grounded plug and an IEC 320 female connector and bear the relevant certification mark of the country in which the product is being used.

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