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Zebra ZT231 How To Manually Calibrate Printer

To manually calibrate the Zebra ZT231 thermal label printer is fairly easy and can be done within minutes.

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Step-By-Step Instructions To Manually Calibrate The Zebra ZT231

To manually calibrate the Zebra ZT231 printer, follow these steps:

  • Turn on the Printer: Make sure the printer is powered on and ready.
  • Load Media: Ensure that you have the correct media (labels or tags) loaded in the printer.
  • Access the Calibration Mode:

    – Press and hold the Feed button on the front panel.

    – While holding the Feed button, turn on the printer.

    – Continue to hold the Feed button until the printer begins to feed a few labels, then release the button.

  • Calibrate the Printer:

    – The printer will automatically feed and calibrate the labels based on their size.

    – You should see the printer process a few labels to learn the media size and gap.

  • Verify Calibration: Once the calibration is complete, the printer should be ready for use. Print a test label to ensure everything is working properly.
  • Adjust Settings if Necessary: If the labels still don’t align correctly, you might need to adjust the print darkness or speed settings via the printer’s menu or software.
  • Exit Calibration Mode: If you need to exit calibration mode or make other adjustments, refer to the printer’s manual for detailed instructions.



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