The printer uses a transfer ribbon cartridge for thermal transfer printing. Just slide the cartridge into the ribbon transport and close the printer. The printer reads the cartridge information stored on the cartridge.
The Ribbon Cartridge
1 – Insert this End
2 – Hold the Ribbon Cartridge Here
3 – Cartridge Information Smart Chip
4 – Cartridge Guide Rails
Insert the ribbon cartridge into the ribbon cartridge slot on the ribbon transport in your open printer. Push until the cartridge is nearly flush to the front of the ribbon transport. You will hear and feel the cartridge lock into place. Only Genuine Zebra Ribbon Cartridges are supported.