Bradyprinter THT Model 1024 Thermal Transfer Printer _______________________________________________________________________________ User’s Guide LOGO W.H. Brady Co.
CG Triumvirate is a trademark of Agfa Corporation. Corrupad is a Trademark of Corrupad Protective Packaging Inc. Bradyprinter THT Model 1024 is a Trademark of Brady USA Inc. As an Energy Star Partner, Brady USA Inc. has determined that this product meets the Energy Star guidelines for energy efficiency. Information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of Brady USA Inc.
Agency Compliance and Approvals: FCC: This device complies with Part 15 of FCC rules. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
Important Safety Instuctions Your Bar Code Printer has been designed to give you many years of safe, reliable service. As with all electrical equipment, there are a few basic precautions you should take to avoid getting hurt or damaging the Printer. • Carefully read the installation and operating instructions provided with your Printer. • Read and follow all warning instruction labels on the Printer itself. • Place the Printer on a flat, firm, solid surface.
♦ Contents ♦ Getting Started 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 1.8 1.9 1.10 1.11 Introduction ...............................................................1 Unpacking and Inspection...........................................1 Printer Specifications .................................................2 Connecting Power ......................................................4 Switches and Indicators..............................................5 Interfacing to the Printer........................................
Appendix A ASCII Control Code Chart ..............................................A-1 Appendix B Available Fonts and Bar Codes ........................................B-1 Appendix C Error Codes.....................................................................C-1 Appendix D Warranty Information ......................................................
♦ Getting Started Figure 1-1 Printer Overview 1.0 Introduction The Bradyprinter THT Model 1024, hereafter referred to as 'the Printer', incorporates high performance/low cost thermal transfer label printing capabilities. The combination of powerful capabilities, compact design, and easy to use features make this Printer truly unique. 1.1 Unpacking and Inspection Inspect the shipping container(s), if damage is evident, contact the carrier to specify the nature and extent of the damage.
1.2 Printer Specifications Mechanical Width 8.8" (22.35 cm) Depth 10.1" (25.65 cm) Height 6.2" (15.75 cm) Weight 7 lbs. (15.4 kg) Operating Temperature 40° F to 100° F (4° C to 38° C) Printer Specifications Print Type Thermal Transfer Print Speed 1, 1.5, and 2" per second Resolution 203 dpi (8 dots/mm) Tear Bar Tear up DRAM Memory 512 kb EPROM Memory 512 kb Media/Ribbon Media Types Roll-Fed, Die-Cut, Continuous, Fan-Fold Max. Media Width 4.65" (118 mm) Max. Print Width 4.
Communications Interface RS-232 (DB-9), and Centronics Parallel Baud Speed 1200 to 19200 bps Handshaking Xon/Off, CTS, DTR Parity Even, Odd, or None Stop Bits 1 or 2 Data Bits 7 or 8 Electrical External Power Supply Nominal 115 or 230 VAC IN/ 19 VAC OUT Fonts 10 Resident Styles Resident Fonts Expandable to 8x Reverse Image Rotated 0, 90, 180, 270 degrees Available Bar Codes Code 39, Ext Code 39, Code 93, Ext Code 93, Code 128 UCC, Code 128 A, B & C, Codabar, Interleaved 2 of 5, UPC-A, UPC-E,
1.3 Connecting Power The Printer is powered from an External Power Supply. The supply connects to the Printer as shown below. Power supplies are available for 115 and 230 AC voltages. Ensure that the power supply shipped with the Printer matches your electric service. Caution! Connect power supply to Printer before plugging into AC outlet.
1.4 Switches and Indicators Descriptions and locations of the Printer's switches and indicators are shown below. Figure 1-3 Switches and Indicator Locations Switch/Indicator On/Off switch Feed Button Printer in ready state (LED On) Press twice Press once Printer in alarm state (LED fast flash) Press once Darkness Control Power LED Solid On Slow Flash Fast Flash Getting Started Function Controls power to the Printer. Printer feeds media to first print position of next label.
1.5 Interfacing to the Printer The Printer can be connected to the host via a serial or parallel cable. Figure 1-4 Interfacing For most applications, the interface between the Printer and the Host will be serial (RS-232C). An interface cable is needed to connect the Printer to the host. Cable configurations for typical interfaces are shown below, (contact your reseller for part numbers and ordering information).
1.6 Loading Media Due to its design, loading the Printer with media is a simple task. The following steps outline the procedure. Note: If your Printer is equipped with the External Media Supply Option then you would load the media from the rear of the Printer. 1. Open the Printer's Top Cover. 2. Release the Printhead Carrier Assembly by pushing the Printhead Latch. Raise the Assembly to its up position. 3. Place a roll of the chosen media on the Media Hub and place it in the Printer.
1.7 Loading Media for Peel Configuration 1. Open the Printer's Top Cover. 2. Release the Printhead Carrier Assembly by pushing the Printhead Latch. Raise the Assembly to its up position. 3. Place a roll of the chosen media on the Media Hub and place it in the Printer. Ensure that the Media Hub is flush against the media. 4. Move the Peel Off Lever forward to its open position. 5. Peel off eight inches of labels.
1.8 Loading Ribbon 1. Open the Printer's Top Cover. 2. Remove the two Ribbon Hubs. 3. Slide the ribbon onto the hub ensuring that the ribbon comes off the roll as shown below. Figure 1-8 Ribbon Hub Removal 4. Place the Ribbon Supply Hub back into the Thermal Transfer Assembly.
5. Make sure that the Direct/Thermal Transfer Switch is set to the ‘Transfer’ position for thermal-transfer printing. Figure 1-9 Selecting Print Type 6. Route the ribbon through the Printhead Carrier Assembly as shown. Figure 1-10 Ribbon Routing 7. Close the Top Cover. Press the Feed Button several times to ensure proper tracking.
1.9 Adjusting for Wide or Narrow Ribbons The Ribbon Handler has a built in adjustment for controlling tension on the Ribbon Supply Hub. This adjustment provides for better results when using different width ribbons. 1. Turn ‘off’ the Printer. 2. Hold the Ribbon Supply Spindle and rotate the Ribbon Tension Adjustment Knob to meet your printing needs based on the table below. Ensure that the Ribbon Tension Adjustment Knob is turned fully to the Clockwise or Counter-Clockwise position.
1.10 Power-up Configuration and Self-Test With the Printer off, load the media to be used (at least 4 inches wide) and ribbon (if equipped and/or desired). Press and hold the Feed Button and turn the Printer on, continue holding the Feed Button until the media begins to move then release the Feed Button. The Printer will automatically detect if a ribbon has been installed, and the Printer will then print the two test labels.
INTERNAL MODULE______ 10 12 SCALABLE FONTS_______ Figure 1-11 Configuration Test Label Getting Started 13
The second of the two labels is the Test Pattern Label. This label is used to determine whether the Printhead is in need of replacement. 'Good' and 'Bad' Test Pattern labels are shown below: Good test label indicates Printhead is operating normally. Streaks in test label indicate a dirty or faulty Printhead. (See Ch. 3 for cleaning and replacement). Figure 1-12 Printhead Test Label 1.
Memory Cartridges (Modules) The Printer has one 16 bit memory cartridge slot. FLASH Memory Cartridges are available in 256K and 512K sizes for storage of images, fonts, or label formats. An Internal Batch Labeling Software Cartridge is available that contains 256K of FLASH Memory on-board for direct storage of label formats. A variety of Font Cartridges are also available. DRAM Expansion The DRAM memory in the Printer is expandable to 1 MB.
♦ Printing Labels 2.0 Introduction This chapter explains how to generate labels using several different methods and how to print different bar codes. An optional Internal Batch Cartridge is available for generating label formats using the Printer as a standalone device. A LINK MC2 or compatible CRT is required if the optional Internal Batch Cartridge is used.
2.1 Programming Commands In order to be ready for a command sequence, the Printer must first receive a special character called an “attention getter” which informs the Printer that it is about to receive a command and the type of command it will be. Immediate Commands, System Level Commands, and Font Loading Commands each have their own attention getter. The attention getter character is followed by a command character that tells the Printer what action to take. ASCII Char.
The System Level Commands are used to create formats, load and store graphic information, and control the Printer. Table 2-3 provides a brief description and format of each System Level Command character.
Table 2-3 System Level Commands Printing Labels 19
Char Description m Set metric flag, enter metric mode n Clear metric flag, return to inch mode O Form edge offset (start of print position) o Cycle cutter P Enter character dump mode p Controlled pause Q Clear all memory modules q Clear module r Select reflective sensor S s Slew (feed) speed Set up for one print buffer T t U V Printhead dot pattern test label Test RAM memory module (Must be in Test Mode) Label format field replacement Software switch settings v W w x X Y Firmware version information R
A STX L Command switches the Printer from the System Level to the Label-Formatting Mode. All command characters after STX L are interpreted as Label Formatting Commands until the Label Formatting mode is terminated with the command character E. All Label Formatting Commands are terminated with hex value 0D. CC Description Set cut by amount (4 digits) : The cutter function will perform a cutting action after the number of labels specified.
CC Description X Terminate label formatting mode y Select font symbol set (optional scalable fonts only) z or Zero (0) conversion to "O" Z eliminates slash (/) + Make last field entered increment numeric - Make last field entered decrement numeric > Make last field entered increment alphanumeric < Make last field entered decrement alphanumeric ^ Set count by amount Format y S xx y = ASCII (0x79) S = ASCII (0x54) xx = symbol selection +pii Make last entered field incrementing p = Zero fill charact
The commands used for bit mapped font loading are usually generated by font-creation software. However, the Assign Font ID Number command must be sent to the Printer before the font file. Font Loading Commands are listed in Table 2-6. The following sample program is included for reference. The ASCII text file below will generate the label shown in Figure 2-1.
2.3 Configuration Command String The Configuration Command String sets the operating parameters of the Printer. The Command Strings are described below. KDwxy where w: Bit # Function 0-2 Baud Rate Value 3 4&5 6 7 0=8 bits, 1=7bits Set to 0 Set to 1 Set to 0 Word Length Unused Always 1 Always 0 where x: Bit # Function 0 Print Method 1 Present Sensor 2 Alternate Char.
@ Sets the Printer to: gap (edge) media; no linerless.
2.4 Printing Bar Codes The example shown below prints out a Code 3 of 9 bar code with a wide to narrow bar ratio of 3:1 and can be used to print any of the bar codes shown in Appendix B by altering the example's fields. Refer to Figures 22 and 2-3 for a brief explanation of the data fields. L D11 1A93040001501000123456789 121100000000100Barcode A E L Syntax L on line 1 is used to enter the label formatting mode.
2.5 Memory Cartridges (Modules) The Printer has one 16 bit Memory Cartridge Slot. There are four storage uses for Memory Cartridges: graphic images; smooth formed fonts; label formats that can be recalled by host computers; and internal batch formats. Caution! The use of Memory Cartridges other than those specifically designed for the Printer can cause damage to both the Cartridge and the Printer.
♦ Maintenance 3.0 Introduction This chapter will cover the cleaning, adjusting, and some troubleshooting tips involved with your Printer. 3.1 Cleaning the Printhead Warning: Turn ‘off’ the Printer and unplug the unit from the outlet before cleaning the Printhead. The Printhead should be cleaned every time a new roll of media is installed. Follow the instructions below for proper cleaning. 1. Turn OFF the Printer, open the Top Cover. 2. Unlatch the Printhead Assembly, raise it to its up position. 3.
3.2 Media Width Adjustment The Thumbwheel on the side of the Printhead Carrier allows the Printhead to be adjusted for media narrower than the width of the Printhead. The numbers on the Thumbwheel do not correspond to a particular media width but serve only as a reference point. Figure 3-2 Adjusting Media Width 1. Load the Printer with the chosen media. 2. Begin printing labels. The internal Test Pattern Label can be used or any other label sent from the Host. 3.
3.3 Fine Printhead Adjustment An Allen set screw is located on top of the Printhead Carrier Assembly that can be adjusted for controlling print quality. This adjustment is set at the factory and should not need further adjusting, however with different types and thickness of media some adjustment may be necessary. To adjust the Printhead, turn the set screw until optimum print quality is obtained, (some trial and error may be necessary).
3.4 Printhead Replacement Removal: 1. Turn OFF the Printer and unplug it from the AC outlet. Open the Top Cover. 2. Unlatch the Printhead Assembly, loosen the Printhead Screw until the Printhead is free. 3. Carefully disconnect the Printhead Cable from the back of the Printhead. Figure 3-4 Printhead Replacement Replacement: 1. Connect the Printhead Cable to the new Printhead. 2. Position the Printhead on the Printhead Assembly, (using guide pins), and tighten the Printhead Screw. 3.
Appendix A ASCII Control Code Chart Char NUL SOH STX EXT EOT ENQ ACK BEL BS HT LF VT FF CR SO SI DLE DC1 DC2 DC3 DC4 NAK SYN ETB CAN EM SUB ESC FS GS RS US Dec 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Note: Appendix A Hex 00 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 0A 0B 0C 0D 0E 0F 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 1A 1B 1C 1D 1E 1F Char ! Ò # $ % & Ô ( ) * + , .
Char Dec Hex Char Dec Hex Dec Hex Char Dec Hex Ç 128 80 á 160 A0 192 C0 Ó 224 E0 ü 129 81 í 161 A1 193 C1 ß 225 E1 é 130 82 ó 162 A2 194 C2 Ô 226 E2 â 131 83 ú 163 A3 195 C3 Ò 227 E3 ä 132 84 ñ 164 A4 196 C4 õ 228 E4 à 133 85 Ñ 165 A5 197 C5 Õ 229 E5 å 134 86 ª 166 A6 ã 198 C6 µ 230 E6 ç 135 87 ° 167 A7 Ã 199 C7 þ 231 E7 ê 136 88 ¿ 168 A8 200 C8 Þ 232 E8 ë 137 89 ® 169 A9 201 C9 Ú 233 E9
Appendix B Available Fonts and Bar Codes All character fonts and bar codes available with the Printer are described in this section. Each font and bar code has a name associated with it for use in programming. Human-readable fonts have numeric names while bar code fonts have alpha names. Uppercase alpha names will print bar codes with human readable interpretations. Lowercase alpha names will print bar codes only.
Table B-2 lists the font sizes. The numbers indicate the number of dots. FONT Font 0 Font 1 Font 2 Font 3 Font 4 Font 5 Font 6 Font 7 Font 8 HEIGHT 7 13 18 27 36 52 64 32 28 WIDTH 5 7 10 14 18 18 32 15 15 SPACING 1 2 2 2 3 3 4 5 5 Table B-2 Font Sizes Font 0 96-character alphanumeric, upper and lower case. Font 1 145-character upper and lower case alphanumeric w/ descenders and ascenders. Font 2 138-character alphanumeric, upper and lower case. Font 3 62-character alphanumeric, uppercase.
Font 4 62-character alphanumeric, uppercase. Font 5 62-character alphanumeric, uppercase. Font 6 62-character alphanumeric, uppercase.
Font 7 OCR-A, size I. Font 8 OCR-B, size III. Font 9 Internal Triumvirate font. Point sizes are selected by the number in the bar code height. Larger point sizes can be obtained by increasing the height and width multipliers (see the Programmer's Manual for more information).
Bar Codes Font A B Length Varies 11 Cksum No Yes C D E F 6 Varies Varies 12 Yes No M-103 Yes G H I J K 7 Varies Varies Varies Up to 14 Yes M-43 No M-10 M-10 L M N O p Q R S T u v z 13 2 5 Varies Varies 19 18 34 + Varies 84 1 Varies M-10 Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Valid ASCII Characters 32, 36, 37, 42, 43, 45-57, 65-90 48-57 Numeric only Option V used in the 6th & 7th position 48-57 Numeric only 48-57 Numeric only 32-127 48-57 Numeric only Option V used in the 7th & 8th position 48
Bar Code A Code 3 of 9 Bar Code B UPC-A Bar Code C UPC-E Bar Code D Interleaved 2 of 5 Bar Code E Code 128 Bar Code F EAN-13 Bar Code G EAN-8 Bar Code H Health Industry Bar Code (HBIC) B-6 Appendix B
Bar Code I Codabar Bar Code J Interleaved 2 of 5 w/modulo 10 checksum Bar Code K Plessey Bar Code L Interleaved 2 of 5 w/modulo 10 checksum and shipping bearer bars Bar Code M 2 Digit UPC addendum Bar Code O Code 93 Appendix B Bar Code N 5 Digit UPC addendum Bar Code p Postnet B-7
Bar Code Q UCC/EAN Code 128 Bar Code R UCC/EAN Code 128 KMART NON EDI Bar Code S UCC/EAN Code 128 Random Weight Bar Code T Telepen Bar Code u UPS MaxiCode Bar Code v FIM Bar Code z PDF-417 B-8 Appendix B
Appendix C Error Codes The error codes that may be transmitted by the Printer are described here. Lowercase "v" There is an input buffer overflow situation. Uppercase "R" This code is sent every time the Printer is turned ON. It signals that there was a hardware reset. Uppercase "T" This code signals that there was a software reset. A software reset results from sending the # command sequence to the Printer or by doing a front panel reset.
C-2 Appendix C
Appendix D Warranty Information Brady Limited Warranty Statement Bradyprinter THT Model 1024 Printer Brady warrants to Purchaser that under normal use and service, the Bradyprinter THT Mode 1024, (with the exception of the thermal Printhead) purchased hereunder shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of (365) days from the date of shipment by Brady. Expendable and/or consumable items or parts such as lamps, fuses, labels and ribbons are not covered under this warranty.
Warranty Service Procedures If a defect should occur during the warranty period, the defective unit shall be returned, freight and insurance prepaid, in the original shipping containers, to Brady at: 6555 Good Hope Road, Milwaukee, WI 53223. An RMA (Return Material Authorization) number must be issued before the product can be returned. To open an RMA please call Brady's customer service department at 1-800-537-8791. Please include your RMA number on the outside of the box and on the shipping document.
Limitation of Liability In no event shall Brady be liable for any indirect, special, or consequential damages or lost profits arising out of, or relating to Brady’s products, or the performance or nonperformance thereof, even if Brady has been advised of the possibility thereof. Brady’s liability, if any, to its purchaser or to any customer(s) of its purchaser shall in no event exceed the total amount paid to Brady by the initial purchaser of the defective product.
Insert Free Roll of Labels reply card for the 1024 Printer.
