Learn to set up the ZD420 Printer with this step-by-step guide for configuring the printer and badge printing using the vfairs badge printing app.
Guide to Setting Up the ZD420 Printer
Step 1: Setting up the Router
- Connect the printer with the router via ethernet (LAN) cable. Plug one end of the LAN cable into the printer, and the other end into a LAN Port in the router.
- Once connected to the power supply ensure the antennas are upright, especially if in a double flap case.
NOTE: (For Pepwave Router Only) use the two black ports on the router, not the white one.
Step 2: Setting up the Printer - Zebra ZD420
- Open the printer by pulling the yellow locks on the side and remove any test labels or documents inside.
- Connect the printer to a power supply using the provided power cable and link it to the router with the provided Ethernet cable, ensuring it is inserted into the LAN ports on both devices.
Step 3: Inserting the Badges
Roll of badges
- IF you have a roll of badges, it will go inside the printer.
Fanfold Stack of badges
- If using a stack of badges, place it behind the printer and insert one end into the back, pulling it through to the front.
- The branded side of custom badges is up, or the blank side for blank badges.
- The "Feed Direction" arrow on the back of the badge should point towards the printer during insertion.
Step 4: Zebra Printer Setup Utility App
- Open the app
- Select Discover Printers tab, and connect to the printer using its IP address displayed on the screen.
- Navigate to Media Settings
- Select Label/Tag
- Enter the badge dimensions (Width and Length) in inches.
- Orientation should be normal
- Click Save, then verify the following settings:
A. Media Type: Black Mark
B. Media Handling: Cutter (can be changed to Tear Off later)
C. Type of Transfer: Direct Thermal for DT badges, Thermal Transfer for thermal paper.
Click Next to apply the settings.
- Select Apply after checking save settings to file
Step 5: Setting up the iPad / Phone
- Select the wifi from the settings (WiFi name should be Pepwave or vFairs).
- Enable Auto-Join for the network by tapping the info icon and toggling Auto-Join on.
Step 6: vFairs Badge Printing App
- Enter your login credentials to access the app.
- Navigate to App Settings, then Printer Settings/Connection, and connect to your printer.
- Return to the main screen and select 'Badge Printing Module.' You can either scan the attendee's QR code or search for their name. After selecting a user, confirm to print the badge.
