Set Up Computers to Print Check-in Badges

Instructions for installing Java and QZ tray on each computer used to print check-in badges.

The latest version of Java and QZ must run in the background on any computer you use to print check-in badges.
Tip: Technology changes frequently, so you may want to set reminders or auto-updates to keep your versions of Java and QZ up-to-date. Doing this prevents printing issues.
  1. Download and install the latest version of OpenJDK (LTS) Eclipse Temurin.
    Image showing the OpenJDK download page.

  2. Download and install the latest version of QZ Tray.
    Image showing the QZ Tray download page.

  3. After installation, check that QZ starts automatically each time you start your computer.
    1. On a Windows computer, right-click the QZ icon and select Automatically Start.
      Image showing Windows QZ Automatic start option.

    2. On a Mac computer, in the Apple menu, click Go > Applications. Locate QZ Tray and right-click the icon. Select Automatically Start. To print check-in badges the printer must be directly attached to your Mac computer with a USB cord or connected to WiFi. AirPrint does not work with QZ.
      Image showing Mac QZ Automatic Start option.