Zebra Technologies 2237A10L010 User Manual

Print Quality Problems

9/6/07

IIIPlus/R110Xi/R170Xi User Guide

13383L-004 Rev. A

 identifies problems with print quality, the possible causes, and the recommended 

solutions.

The printer is set at the 
incorrect print speed.

For optimal print quality, set the print speed to 
the lowest possible setting for your application 
via control panel, the driver, or the software. See 

. You may want to 

You are using an incorrect 
combination of labels and 
ribbon for your application.

1.

Switch to a different type of media or ribbon 
to try to find a compatible combination.

2.

If necessary, consult your authorized Zebra 
reseller or distributor for information and 
advice.

The printer is set at an incorrect 
darkness level.

For optimal print quality, set the darkness to the 
lowest possible setting for your application via 
the control panel, the driver, or the software. See 

. You may 

want to perform the 

 

to determine the ideal darkness setting.

The printhead is dirty.

Clean the printhead. See 

Incorrect or uneven printhead 
pressure.

Set the printhead pressure to the minimum 
needed for good print quality. See 

The printhead is improperly 
balanced.

Call a service technician. 

Print element damaged.

Call a service technician.

Wrinkled ribbon.

See wrinkled ribbon causes and solutions in this 
table.