Print quality problems, No print on the label, The printed image does not look right – Zebra Technologies 2844 Printer User Manual

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Print Quality Problems

No print on the label.

You must use the correct media for the method of printing you require.

You must use direct thermal media.

Is the media loaded correctly? Follow the instructions in “Loading the

Media” on page 9.

The printed image does not look right.

The print head is dirty. Clean the print head according to the

instructions on page 31.

The print head is under temperature.

Adjust the print darkness and/or print speed. Use the

S and D commands

in the programming guide.

The media being used is incompatible with the printer. Be sure to use

the recommended media for your application, and always use

manufacturer-approved labels and tags.

There are long tracks of missing print (blank vertical lines) on

several labels.

The print head is dirty. Clean the print head according to the

instructions on page 31.

The print head elements are damaged. Replace the print head (see

“Replacing the Print Head” on page 32).

The print head is under temperature.

Continue printing while the print head reaches the correct operating

temperature.

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