--- title: RECOMMENDED SETTINGS FOR THE ZD420 PRINTER description: In this tutorial you will find an optimal configuration with the Shippingbo print server. --- [Passer au contenu](https://knowledge.shippingbo.com/base-de-connaissance/recommended-settings-for-the-zd420-printer#main-content) Français Afficher le sous-menu pour les traductions [Centre d'aide Shippingbo](https://support.shippingbo.com/tickets?hsLang=fr) ![bleu et gris\_Sigle+logo SBO (4)](https://knowledge.shippingbo.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Photo%20Marie/bleu%20et%20gris_Sigle+logo%20SBO%20(4).png?width=210&height=40&name=bleu%20et%20gris_Sigle+logo%20SBO%20(4).png) Ouvrir la navigation principale Fermer la navigation principale - Français Afficher le sous-menu pour les traductions - [Centre d'aide Shippingbo](https://support.shippingbo.com/tickets) Comment pouvons-nous vous aider ? - Il n'y a aucune suggestion car le champ de recherche est vide. 1. [ZONE DE TEST](https://knowledge.shippingbo.com/base-de-connaissance?hsLang=fr) 2. [Préparation](https://knowledge.shippingbo.com/base-de-connaissance/pr%C3%A9paration?hsLang=fr) 3. [Matériel : Imprimantes, douchettes et PDA](https://knowledge.shippingbo.com/base-de-connaissance/pr%C3%A9paration?hsLang=fr#mat%C3%A9riel-imprimantes-douchettes-et-pda) 25 octobre 2026 # RECOMMENDED SETTINGS FOR THE ZD420 PRINTER ## In this tutorial you will find an optimal configuration with the Shippingbo print server.   ### **Benefits of the feature ✨** - **Smooth barcode reading:** by disabling dithering and enforcing monochrome mode, the lines stay sharp and the contrast is perfect. The barcode scanners of pickers and carriers read the code on the first pass. - **Smooth shipping:** readable labels that comply with standards prevent delays or blockages in the carriers' automated sorting centers. - **Peace of mind every day:** once the configuration is saved in Windows, the hardware stays stable and operational without constant adjustments before each packing session.   ### 1. Prerequisites - Available from the **Starter + Pack**. - Having a print server that is already set up. ➡️ More information in the dedicated tutorial: **[CONFIGURE THE MULTI-PRINT PRINT SERVER ON PC](https://knowledge.shippingbo.com/configurer-le-nouveau-serveur-dimpression-multi-print?hsLang=fr)**.   ### 2. How the printer works Thanks to the Shippingbo print server, labels are printed automatically via your ZD420 printer. However, for your hardware to be fully operational, you should check your printer's settings.   ### 3. Which settings are recommended for the ZD420 printer? #### 3.1 Recommended general settings with the ZD420 printer - In your printer settings, device **Zebra ZD420 (203 dpi) - ZPL**, in **Printing Preferences**, in the tab **Page Setup**, select the orientation ***Portrait***, with **Effect** unchecked: ![](https://knowledge.shippingbo.com/hs-fs/hubfs/image-Oct-17-2025-10-06-37-4975-AM-png.png?width=386&height=309&name=image-Oct-17-2025-10-06-37-4975-AM-png.png) - In the tab **Graphics**, in **Resolution**, select ***8,0 dpmm x 8,0 dpmm***. In **Dithering**, check ***None***. Then in **Color Control**, select ***Monochrome***: ![](https://knowledge.shippingbo.com/hs-fs/hubfs/image-Oct-17-2025-10-06-59-2342-AM-png.png?width=389&height=383&name=image-Oct-17-2025-10-06-59-2342-AM-png.png) - In the tab **Stock**, select: - **Print Method**: ***Use current printer configuration*** - **Stock Type**: ***Use current printer configuration*** - **Mode**: ***Use current printer configuration*** - **Pause**: ***No pause*** - **Return Margin**: ***Default setting*** ![](https://knowledge.shippingbo.com/hs-fs/hubfs/image-Oct-17-2025-10-07-22-1687-AM-png.png?width=462&height=455&name=image-Oct-17-2025-10-07-22-1687-AM-png.png) ➡️ Leave the options unchecked in the box **Advance Options**. - In the tab **Options:** - check ***Use current printer settings*** in **Darkness**, - check the same option in **Speed Settings**, - then in **Encryption**, select ***Automatic***. ![](https://knowledge.shippingbo.com/hs-fs/hubfs/image-Oct-17-2025-10-07-41-4347-AM-png.png?width=464&height=454&name=image-Oct-17-2025-10-07-41-4347-AM-png.png) - Back in the tab **Page Setup**, click on **Advanced Options...**: ![](https://knowledge.shippingbo.com/hs-fs/hubfs/image-png-Aug-20-2026-02-41-34-6604-PM.png?width=369&height=354&name=image-png-Aug-20-2026-02-41-34-6604-PM.png) - In the window that appears, make sure that all values are set to 0 in **Position Adjustment** and **Orientation Adjustment**: ![](https://knowledge.shippingbo.com/hs-fs/hubfs/image-Oct-17-2025-10-08-32-4030-AM-png.png?width=395&height=336&name=image-Oct-17-2025-10-08-32-4030-AM-png.png) - Back in the settings of **Windows**, open the **Printer Properties**, then the tab **Fonts** in the menu that appears: Make sure that the fonts displayed are the following two: - **Sample Bar Code Font** / Barcode / Code 39 - Full ASCII - **Swiss Unicode** / Optional ![](https://knowledge.shippingbo.com/hs-fs/hubfs/image-Oct-17-2025-10-06-37-4975-AM-png-2.png?width=476&height=380&name=image-Oct-17-2025-10-06-37-4975-AM-png-2.png) #### 3.2 Recommended advanced settings with the ZD420 printer - In the Zebra utility window, clicking the Printer Settings button opens a window of fundamental settings:  ![](https://knowledge.shippingbo.com/hs-fs/hubfs/image%20(13)%20(1)-png.png?width=548&height=484&name=image%20(13)%20(1)-png.png) - In this window, select ***According to printer settings*** in the drop-down list **Media Feed Options**: ![](https://knowledge.shippingbo.com/hs-fs/hubfs/image%20(12)%20(1)-png.png?width=524&height=463&name=image%20(12)%20(1)-png.png) ➡️ This setting is essential, because it defines the use of all the settings listed above, rather than the use of the default Windows settings.   #### **To go further 🛫** - [CONFIGURE THE MULTI-PRINT PRINT SERVER ON THE PC](https://knowledge.shippingbo.com/configurer-le-nouveau-serveur-dimpression-multi-print?hsLang=fr) - [CONFIGURE THE MULTI-PRINT PRINT SERVER ON THE PDA](https://knowledge.shippingbo.com/configurer-le-serveur-dimpression-multi-print-sur-le-pda?hsLang=fr)   #### **FAQ ❔** - [ERROR: A JAVA EXCEPTION HAS OCCURED](https://knowledge.shippingbo.com/erreur-a-java-exception-has-occured?hsLang=fr) - [THE PRODUCT LABEL IS NOT PRINTING IN THE RIGHT ORIENTATION](https://knowledge.shippingbo.com/letiquette-produit-ne-simprime-pas-dans-le-bon-sens?hsLang=fr) - [ACCESS THE HISTORY OF GENERATED LABELS](https://knowledge.shippingbo.com/accedez-a-lhistorique-des-etiquettes-generees?hsLang=fr)   #### **Contact us 📬** Questions about this feature? 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