Zebra Z4M Plus Overview

Z4M Plus Product Brochure [PDF]

Design Principle

	Up to 5 times faster for complicated variable data label processing
	Classic Z Series ruggedness and dependability
	Durable metal enclosure and sleek design – an exceptional metal value!
	New Zebra linear Flash capabilities rev up productivity with added label format and font storage
	Provides remarkable price-performance value
	Ultimate general-purpose, bar code label printer
	Field upgradeable to deliver investment protection for your future needs

Form follows function in this simple-to-operate Z4Mplus? die-cast metal thermal printer. Available in both 203 dpi (8 dots/mm) and 300 dpi (12 dots/mm), this dependable performer offers many standard features, including ZebraLink? with Alert and WebView for centralized printer management. Rely on these top-of-the-line printers to get the job done, cost-effectively, with Zebra’s faster linear PCMCIA Flash memory option that drives productivity farther than ever before!Upgradeable to grow with changing needs, the Z4Mplus is ideal for shipping and receiving, compliance labeling, asset tracking, work in process, transportation and hospitality ticketing, and commercial or small business needs. With an internal Ethernet option, super-fast external memory options, industry leading throughput, and complex multi-language font support, the Z4Mplus is an unbeatable commercial printer.

Applications

	Handles virtually all general-purpose labeling applications with ease
	Ideal for light-industrial or high volume transportation ticketing applications
	Multi-language font support is optimal for international operations

The Zebra Advantage

	Innovative, high-quality leading technology products
	Broadest product line in the industry
	Global Service & Support: World wide technical support/ 24/7 online support
	Fast, friendly customer service with multi-lingual abilities
	Global network of authorized resellers
	Competitive product warranty: 12 month labor & parts and 6 month printhead warranty

Standard Features

	Print methods: Thermal transfer or direct thermal
	ZebraLink (requires PSII to unleash Webview and Alert)
	32 bit processor
	Transmissive/reflective media sensor
	Metal media cover with large clear window
	Real time clock
	Auto-calibration
	Auto-ranging power supply
	Color-coded operator cues
	Back-lit LCD control panel
	RS-232 serial and bi-directional parallel interface
	Zebra's E3? Printhead Energy Control

Resolutions
Standard 203 dpi (8 dots/mm)
Optional 300 dpi (12 dots/mm)


Maximum Print Speeds
10" (254 mm/sec) (203 dpi)
6" (152 mm/sec) (300 dpi)

Memory
Standard 8 MB DRAM, 2 MB Flash

Optional:
Up to 32 MB additional linear Flash (PCMCIA)
Up to 256 MB additional ATA format (PCMCIA or CompactFlash cards)


Programming Language

	ZPL? and ZPL II?: Universal language for Zebra printers. Simplifies label formatting and enables compatibility with other Zebra printers
	ZBI?-Controls and interprets text and data from peripherals and non-ZPL printer programming languages. Transmits captured data over LAN, WAN, or wireless network via e-mail or TCP/IP messaging

Operating Characteristics

Communication Interface Capabilities
RS-232C (422/485 with serial port adapter)
Bi-directional IEEE 1284 parallel port
Embedded ZebraLink Webview and Alert features (require optional ZebraNet PrintServer II)
ZebraNet PrintServer II option (internal or external)

Agency Approvals

IEC60950, EN55024 Class B, EN55024, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3

Product Markings

cULus, CE Marking, FCC-B, ICES-003, VCCI, C-Tick, NOM, IRAM, CCC, GOST-R, BSMI (pending)

Media Characteristics

Media Specifications
Label and liner width: 1"/25.4 mm to 4.5"/114 mm
     Tear/Cutter
Ribbon width: 1"/25.4 mm to 4.25"/108 mm
     Peel/Cutter
Maximum non-continuous label length 39"/991 mmMaximum Print Area
Width: 4.09"/104 mm
Length with 203 dpi: 165"/4,202
Length with 300 dpi (optional): 73"/1,869 mm

Max. Roll Size
8"/203 mm O.D. on a 3"/76 mm I.D. core

Thickness (label & liner)
.0023"/.058 mm to .01"/.25 mmMedia Types
Continuous or fanfold, die-cut, notched, tag stock, black mark, perforated

Ribbon Specifications
Max. Roll Size
3.2"/81.3mm O.D. on a 1"/25.4mm I.D. core

Standard Lengths
1476'/450m; provides 3:1 media roll to ribbon ratios

Ribbon Set-up
Ribbon wound ink side out
Ribbon must be at least as wide as media.
Fonts/Graphics/Symbologies

Fonts and Character Sets

	Standard Fonts: 7 bitmapped, 1 smooth scalable (CG Triumvirate? Bold Condensed)
	Sets: IBM? Code Page 850 International character set
	Optional European and Asian font sets
	Supports user-defined fonts and graphics-including custom logos
	ZPL II drawing commands-including boxes and lines

2-Dimensional Codes

Codablock	PDF417	Code 49
MicroPDF417	Data Matrix	QR Code
TLC 39	RSS	MaxiCode

Options and Accessories

	300dpi printhead
	Cutter with catch tray
	Peel-- a front mount, passive peel option with no liner take-up
	Liner take-up (works with peel option) – full roll liner take-up spindle (fits standard base – Z4Mplus only)
	Rewind-- internally rewinds full label roll on three-inch core
	Memory board card socket option
	RS-422/485 serial port adapter
	Up to 32 MB additional linear Flash memory (PCMCIA)
	Up to 256 MB additional ATA format (PCMCIA or CompactFlash cards)
	Adjustable transmissive sensor
	ZebraNet PrintServer II (provides internal or external Ethernet connectivity)
	BAR-ONE? 6.04 label design software
	European and Asian fonts