User’s Guide EasyCoder PF4i Compact Industrial Printer (Fingerprint Version)
Intermec Technologies Corporation Corporate Headquarters 6001 36th Ave. W. Everett, WA 98203 U.S.A. www.intermec.com The information contained herein is proprietary and is provided solely for the purpose of allowing customers to operate and service Intermecmanufactured equipment and is not to be released, reproduced, or used for any other purpose without written permission of Intermec.
Document Change Record This page records changes to this document. The document was originally released as version -00. Version Date Description of Change -00 May 2003 Supports original Fingerprint version (v8.00). -01 Oct. 2003 Revised to support Fingerprint v8.10. Information about EasyLAN Wireless interface added. -02 Feb. 2004 Revised to support Fingerprint v8.20 and Intermec Shell v8.1. Information on Intermec Readiness Indicator added. New method for returning to factory default added.
FCC Notice (United States of America) WARNING This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions manual, may cause interference to radio communications. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a commercial environment.
Declaration of Conformity (CE) We, Intermec Printer AB Box 123 S-431 22 Mölndal Sweden declare under our sole responsibility1 that the product EasyCoder PF4i Compact Industrial to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the following standards EMC: EN 61000-6-4:2001 EN 61000-6-2:2001 Electrical Safety: EN 60 950 following the provisions of Directives 89/336/EEC and 73/23/EEC Mölndal 2003-03-12 ................................................................... Per-Ove Jacobsson 1 /.
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Contents Contents Before You Begin........................................................................... xi Safety Summary .............................................................. xi Safety Icons ................................................................... xii Global Services and Support ....................................................... xiii Warranty Information................................................... xiii Web Support ......................................................
Contents 4 Media Load 5 6 Thermal Transfer Printing viii Tear-Off (Straight-through) .........................................................22 Tear-Off (Straight-through) with Quick-Load ..............................26 Cut-Off........................................................................................29 Peel-Off (Self-strip) ......................................................................33 External Supply (Fanfold) ............................................................
Contents LTS (Label Taken Sensor) ................................61 Returning to Factory Default Setup .............................................62 7 Setup Mode 8 Intermec Shell Startup Program 9 Options 10 Troubleshooting 11 Entering the Setup Mode at Installation .......................................64 Navigating in Setup Mode ...........................................................65 Setup Mode Overviews ................................................................
Contents 12 A B C D x Adjustments Narrow Media ............................................................................108 Label Stop Sensor .......................................................................109 Printhead Pressure ......................................................................112 Ribbon Break Shaft ....................................................................113 Label Taken Sensoe ....................................................................
Before You Begin Before You Begin This section provides you with safety information, technical support information, and sources for additional product information. Safety Summary Your safety is extremely important. Read and follow all warnings and cautions in this document before handling and operating Intermec equipment. You can be seriously injured, and equipment and data can be damaged if you do not follow the safety warnings and cautions.
Before You Begin Safety Icons This section explains how to identify and understand dangers, warnings, cautions, and notes that are in this document. You may also see icons that tell you when to follow ESD procedures. A warning alerts you of an operating procedure, practice, condition, or statement that must be strictly observed to avoid death or serious injury to the persons working on the equipment.
Before You Begin Global Services and Support Warranty Information To understand the warranty for your Intermec product, visit the Intermec web site at http://www.intermec.com and click Service & Support. The Intermec Global Sales & Service page appears. From the Service & Support menu, move your pointer over Support, and then click Warranty. Web Support Visit the Intermec web site at http://www.intermec.com to download our current documents in PDF format.
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1 Introduction This chapter introduces the EasyCoder PF4i Compact Industrial printer.
Chapter 1—Introduction Description of EasyCoder PF4i Compact Industrial The EasyCoder PF4i Compact Industrial is a sturdy industrial thermal transfer printer with a printhead resolution of 8 dots/mm = 203.2 dot/inch (standard) or 11.81 dots/mm = 300 dpts/inch (option) and a maximum print width of 104 mm (4.095 inches) or 105.7 mm (4.161 inches) respectively.
Chapter 1—Introduction Safety Summary Intermec assumes no responsibility regarding the CE Directive if the printer is handled, modified, or installed in any way other than that described in Intermec’s manuals. • Read this manual carefully before connecting the printer. • Moving parts are exposed when the doors are open, so ensure that the doors are closed before you operate the printer. • Do not open the front/left-hand cover. Dangerous voltage! • Do not remove the bottom plate.
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2 Installation This chapter explains how to unpack and install the EasyCoder PF4i Compact Industrial printer and also describes the printer’s various parts in detail.
Chapter 2—Installation Unpacking the Printer Before you install the printer, examine the package for possible damage or missing parts: • Open the box and lift the printer out. • Check that the printer has not been visibly damaged during transportation. Keep the packing materials in case you need to move or reship the printer. • Check the label on the printer’s rear plate, which gives the voltage, the part number, and the serial number. • Check that any options you ordered are included.
Chapter 2—Installation Front View At the front of the printer are the display window, the indicator lamps, and the keyboard. These features allow the operator to control and set up the printer manually. The printed labels, tickets, or tags are presented at the front of the print mechanism.
Chapter 2—Installation Rear View The rear plate contains the On/Off switch, the AC power cord socket, and various interface connectors and slots.
Chapter 2—Installation Media Compartment Description The media compartment is as standard covered by a long side door that completely encloses the print mechanism and media compartment. (Optionally, the printer can be fitted with a two part “Megatop” that allows a larger media roll to be used.) The door is held by a magnetic lock. It can be opened 180° to provide full access to the media compartment. The media supply can be from a supply post, or from an external supply of fan folds behind the printer.
Chapter 2—Installation The EasyCoder PF4i Compact Industrial uses a media supply roll post that can be fitted in three different positions inside the media compartment. The position depends on the type of side door and whether the printer is fitted with an integral liner takeup or not. Alternatively, an external media supply (for example a box of fan-folded tickets) behind the printer can be used. A rotating media supply hub is also available as an option, see Chapter 9, “Options.
Chapter 2—Installation Media Supply Positions There are four sets of slots and threaded holes in the printer’s center section for the media supply roll post or rotating hub (optional). These slots allow the largest possible roll size to fit, given the limitations of any liner takeup unit and/or the full enclosure provided by the long side door or Megatop. The positions are indicated by numbers engraved in the center section.
Chapter 2—Installation Print Mechanism The print mechanism features a high-performance thermal printhead with quick-mount fittings to facilitate replacement.
Chapter 2—Installation Connections Power 1 Place the printer on a level surface, near an AC outlet. You should be able to access the printer to load supplies and to remove the printout. 2 Check that the printer is switched off. 3 Connect the power cord from the socket on the rear plate to an electrical outlet (90 to 265 VAC).
Chapter 2—Installation Controls and Indicators The EasyCoder PF4i Compact Industrial has several ways of communicating directly with its operator: three colored indicator lamps, a display window, a membrane-switch keyboard with 22 programmable keys, a big programmable “Print” button on the printer’s front, and a beeper. Indicator Lamps The indicators are colored LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes) and are used for the following purposes: Power (solid green) indicates that the power is on.
Chapter 2—Installation Display The display window contains an LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) with background illumination and two lines of text, each with 16 characters. It guides the operator through the setup and indicates possible errors during printing. The Intermec Fingerprint programming language and the Intermec Direct Protocol allow custom-made messages to be composed and displayed according to the requirements of the application. Keyboard The keyboard is of the membrane-switch type and has 22 keys.
Chapter 2—Installation Beeper The beeper notifies the operator when an error has occurred and acknowledges that a key has been pressed. The Intermec Fingerprint programming language allows the key acknowledge signal to be turned off. The frequency and duration of signals can be specified.
3 Starting Up This chapter explains how to start up the printer after installation or after having been switched off.
Chapter 3—Starting Up Startup Files When the printer is switched on, its behavior depends on the existence of a startup file (autoexec.bat) in its memory. There are two cases: A The printer is only fitted with the Intermec Shell file-managing program, which allows the operator to choose between a variety of applications and functions.
Chapter 3—Starting Up Memory Card If you want to use a memory card, you must insert it into the slot in the printer’s rear plate before you switch on the power. The memory card must be a CompactFlash card (8MB-1GB). CompactFlash cards marked “CF+” will not work. You can use the CompactFlash card to expand the printer’s storage memory ("card1:").
Chapter 3—Starting Up Switching On the Printer Before switching on the printer, make the necessary connections, insert any memory card you want to use, and check that the printhead is engaged. Switch on the power using the On/Off switch on the rear plate. The “Power” control lamp on the front panel lights up when the power is on. Wait for a few moments, while the printer loads the program and runs some self-diagnostic tests: Starting After a short time, the printer is initialized.
4 Media Load This chapter explains how to load the printer with media, that is labels, tickets, tag, or strips, for the following modes of operation: • Tear-Off (straight-through) • Tear-Off with Quick-Load (straight-through) • Cut-Off • Peel-Off (self-strip) • External supply (fan-folds) Intermec EasyCoder PF4i Compact Industrial—User’s Guide (Fingerprint) 21
Chapter 4—Media Load Tear-Off (Straight-through) The EasyCoder PF4i Compact Industrial can print on labels, tickets, tags, and continuous stock in various forms. This section describes the case when the media is torn off manually against the printer’s tear bar. This method is also known as “straight-through printing.” Use the key (see figure #10) when loading the same type of media.
Chapter 4—Media Load Tear-Off, cont. 1 Open the front and side doors. 3 If necessary, fold down the edge guide. Remove any empty core from the media supply roll post. 2 Turn the printhead lift lever clockwise to raise the printhead. 4 Fit a new roll of media on the supply post and adjust the edge guide so the roll becomes flush with the center section.
Chapter 4—Media Load Tear-Off, cont. 5 6 Route the media through the print mechanism. Then push it inwards as far as it will go. Close the edge guide on the media supply post. 8 7 Turn the printhead lift lever counterclockwise to engage the printhead. 24 This diagram shows the media path. Adjust the position of the green edge guide so the media is guided with a minimum of play.
Chapter 4—Media Load Tear-Off, cont. 9 Close the front and side door, making sure that the media runs through the slot in the front door. 10 Press the Feed key to advance the media and adjust the media feed. Tear off the media by pulling it either upwards or downwards.
Chapter 4—Media Load Tear-Off with Quick-Load (Straight-through) In addition to the media load procedure for tear-off (straight-through) operation described earlier in this chapter, the EasyCoder PF4i Compact Industrial can optionally be fitted with a set of Quick-Load guides that makes media load much easier and quicker. The printer is normally delivered with two different sets of Quick-Load guides: wide and narrow. The wide type generally guides the media better, but the media must be at least 80 mm (3.
Chapter 4—Media Load Tear-Off with Quick-Load, cont. 1 2 Narrow Guides Rail Notch Wide Guides Lift up the upper media guide and pull out the green edge guide (save it for later use). 3 If necessary, adjust the outer QuickLoad guide to fit the width of the media. Press the wide or narrow Quick-Load guides onto the shaft as illustrated, making sure that the notches fit the rail at the rear of the lower media guide.
Chapter 4—Media Load Tear-Off with Quick-Load, cont. 5 6 Keep pushing the media forward while pressing the Feed key. 28 Close the front and side doors, making sure that the media runs through the slot in the front door.
Chapter 4—Media Load Cut-Off The EasyCoder PF4i Compact Industrial can print on labels, tickets, tags, and continuous stock in various forms. This section describes the case when the media is to be cut off by an automatic paper cutter (option). Use the key (see figure #12) when loading the same type of media. When switching to a new type of media or if the printer does not feed out the media properly, simultaneously press the and keys to perform a “testfeed.
Chapter 4—Media Load Cut-Off, cont. 1 2 Open the cutter and the side door. 3 4 If necessary, fold down the edge guide. Remove any empty core from the media supply roll post. 30 Turn the printhead lift lever clockwise to raise the printhead. Fit a new roll of media on the supply post and adjust the edge guide so the roll becomes flush with the center section.
Chapter 4—Media Load Cut-Off, cont. 5 Route the media through the print mechanism and cutter. Then push it towards the center section as far as it will go. 7 Turn the printhead lift lever counterclockwise to engage the printhead. 6 This diagram shows the media path. 8 Adjust the position of the green edge guide so the media is guided with a minimum of play.
Chapter 4—Media Load Cut-Off, cont. 9 10 Close the side door. Close the cutter while pulling at the media. 11 12 An optional tray can be attached to the cutter to collect the cut off labels, tickets, or tags. Press the Feed key to advance the media and adjust the media feed.
Chapter 4—Media Load Peel-Off (Self-strip) The EasyCoder PF4i Compact Industrial can print on labels, tickets, tags, and continuous stock in various forms. This section describes the case when self-adhesive labels are separated from the liner immediately after printing. The liner is then wound up on an integral liner takeup hub. This is also known as “Self-strip” operation. Peel-off operation cannot be performed when Quick-Load guides are fitted.
Chapter 4—Media Load Peel-Off, cont. 1 2 Open the front and side doors. 4 3 Pull out the handle to collapse the takeup hub, then remove any liner. 34 Turn the printhead lift lever clockwise to raise the printhead. If necessary, fold down the edge guide. Remove any empty core from the media supply roll post.
Chapter 4—Media Load Peel-Off, cont. 5 Fit a new roll of labels on the supply post. 7 Close the edge guide on the supply post. Route the liner around the tear bar and the liner drive roller and back under the print mechanism and guide shaft. 6 Remove labels from the first 50 cm (20 inches) of the liner. Route the liner through the print mechanism, push it inwards, and adjust the edge guides so the label path becomes flush with the center section.
Chapter 4—Media Load Peel-Off, cont. 9 10 This diagram shows the media and liner paths. Turn the printhead lift lever counterclockwise to engage the printhead. 11 12 Adjust the position of the green edge guide so the media is guided with a minimum of play. Close the front and side doors.
Chapter 4—Media Load Peel-Off, cont. 13 Press the Feed key to advance the media and adjust the media feed.
Chapter 4—Media Load External Supply (Fan-fold) The EasyCoder PF4i Compact Industrial can print on labels, tickets, tags, and continuous stock in various forms. This section describes the case when the media supply is placed behind the printer, usually in the form of fan-folded tickets or tags. External supply can be used with tearoff (straight-through) printing—preferably with Quick-Load. External supply can only be used with a long side door, not the megatop.
5 Thermal Transfer Printing This chapter explains how to load the printer with ribbon for thermal transfer printing.
Chapter 5—Thermal Transfer Printing Ribbon Load The EasyCoder PF4i Compact Industrial can print on labels, tickets, tags, and continuous stock using either direct thermal printing on special heat-sensitive media or thermal transfer printing using a special inkcoated ribbon. Thermal transfer printing makes it possible to use a wide range of receiving face materials and gives a durable printout less vulnerable to fat, chemicals, heat, sunlight etc. than direct thermal printing.
Chapter 5—Thermal Transfer Printing Ribbon Load, cont. 1 Open the front and side doors. 3 In case of ribbon reload, remove any used ribbon and empty ribbon core. 2 Turn the printhead lift lever clockwise to raise the printhead. 4 Unpack a roll of original Intermec thermal transfer ribbon.
Chapter 5—Thermal Transfer Printing Ribbon Load, cont. 5 6 20 cm Slide the ribbon roll onto the supply hub so the ink-coated side faces down when the ribbon is routed through the print mechanism. 7 Route the ribbon through the print mechanism and pull out approximately 20 cm (8 inches) of ribbon. 8 Without releasing the ribbon, turn the printhead lift lever counterclockwise to engage the printhead and lock the ribbon. 42 (8 in.
Chapter 5—Thermal Transfer Printing Ribbon Load, cont. 9 10 Turn the printhead lift lever clockwise to raise the printhead and release the ribbon. Manually advance the ribbon until all of the transparent leader has passed the printhead and the ribbon becomes tight. 11 12 Turn the printhead lift knob counterclockwise to engage the printhead. Close the front and side doors.
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6 Setting Up the Printer This chapter describes the various parameters that are used in the Setup Mode (see Chapter 7) or in the various application programs to configure the printer for the user’s specific requirements. It covers the following topics: • Description • Default setup • Setup Parameters in regard of communication, feed adjust, media, and print defines. When measures are specified as “dots”, the actual length in millimeters or inches depends on the printhead density.
Chapter 6—Setting Up the Printer Description The setup controls the printer in regard of serial communication, media feed, and print speed, and specifies which type of media and (optionally) ribbon is loaded in the printer. Check the list of the printer’s default setup parameters on the next page to see if they match your requirements. If not, you will have to change the setup using one of the methods described below.
Chapter 6—Setting Up the Printer Default Setup The printer’s default setup is listed below (assuming no options installed): Ser-Com "uart1:" Baud rate 9600 bps Character length 8 bits Parity None Stop bits 1 bit RTS/CTS Disable ENQ/ACK Disable XON/XOFF, data to host Disable XON/XOFF, data from host Disable New line CR/LF Receive buffer 1024 bytes Transmit buffer 1024 bytes Feedadjust: Startadjust 0 Stopadjust 0 Media: X-start (8 dots/mm = 203.2 dpi) 24 X-start (11.
Chapter 6—Setting Up the Printer Reading the Current Setup The printer’s current setup values can be read from the printer’s display window by browsing through the Setup Mode. You can list the printer’s current setup values by printing test label “Setup Info” in the Setup Mode or by using Intermec Shell. The current setup values can be sent to the host via the standard serial communication channel using a SETUP WRITE "uart1:" statement (see Intermec Fingerprint v8.xx, Programmer’s Reference Manual).
Chapter 6—Setting Up the Printer Setup Parameters Serial Communication The serial communication parameters control the communication between the printer and the connected computer or other devices on the standard serial port "uart1:" and the optional serial ports "uart2:" and "uart3:". The optional ports require an optional interface board.
Chapter 6—Setting Up the Printer Character Length The character length specifies the number of bits that will define a character. Eight bits are recommended, because that option allows more special characters and characters specific for foreign languages to be used. Refer to the Intermec Fingerprint v8.xx, Programmer’s Reference Manual for more information.
Chapter 6—Setting Up the Printer transmission is held up awaiting an ACK character from the receiving unit. By default, ENQ/ACK is disabled. XON/XOFF is a protocol where the communication is controlled by the control characters XON (ASCII 17 dec.) and XOFF (ASCII 19 dec.) being transmitted on the same line as the data.
Chapter 6—Setting Up the Printer Feedadjust The Feedadjust part of the Setup Mode controls how much of the media is fed out or pulled back before and/or after the actual printing. These settings are global and will be effected regardless of which program is run. Note: The firmware uses the front edges of labels w. gaps, the ends of detection slots, and the forward edges of black marks for detection, all seen in relation to the feed direction.
Chapter 6—Setting Up the Printer Recommended Feed Adjustments The following settings allow printing from the top of the label. Minor deviations from the recommended values may be required due to various combinations of media types, roll size, type of media supply device, and individual differences between printers. Adjustment type 8 dots/mm 11.81 dots/mm 203.
Chapter 6—Setting Up the Printer Media The media parameters tell the firmware the characteristics of the media that will be used, so the printout will be positioned correctly and get the best quality possible. Media Size The size of the printable area is defined by three parameters; X-Start, Width, and Length. X-Start Specifies the position of the origin along the dots on the printhead. The default X-start value prevents printing outside labels when the liner is slightly wider than the labels.
Chapter 6—Setting Up the Printer • The length setup creates an emergency stop, which works when the printer is set up for “Label (w gaps)”, “Ticket (w mark)”, or “Ticket (w gaps).” If the label stop sensor (LSS) has not detected a gap or mark within 150% of the set length, the media feed is automatically stopped to avoid feeding out a whole roll of media, because of an LSS malfunction.
Chapter 6—Setting Up the Printer Media Type The Media Type parameters control how the label stop sensor (LSS) and the media feed work. There are five media type options: • Label (w gaps) is used for adhesive labels mounted on liner. • Ticket (w mark) is used for labels, tickets, or continuous stock provided with black marks at the back. • Ticket (w gaps) is used for tickets and tags with detection slits.
Chapter 6—Setting Up the Printer Paper Type The Paper Type parameters control the heat emitted from the printhead to the direct thermal media or, optionally, the transfer ribbon in order to produce the dots that make up the printout image. Labels, tickets, tags, strip, and ribbons for various types of application are available from Intermec. For the best printout quality and maximum life of the printhead, use Intermec supplies.
Chapter 6—Setting Up the Printer Thermal Transfer Printing • • • • • Ribbon Constant Ribbon Factor Label Offset Ribbon Sensor Low Diameter (range 50 to 115) (range 10 to 50) (range -50 to 50) (autoadjustment) (range 25 to 80 mm) When adjusting the image darkness for non-Intermec media and transfer ribbons, set the Ribbon Factor to the recommended value for the type of thermal transfer ribbon.
Chapter 6—Setting Up the Printer Contrast Use the contrast parameter to make minor adjustments of the blackness in the printout, for example to adapt the printer to variations in quality between different batches of the same media. 11 options are displayed in an endless loop from -10% to +10%. Default value is 0%. The contrast is reset to the default (±0) whenever a new paper type is specified, regardless which method has been used.
Setup Info 60 9600-8-N-1 DISABLE DISABLE 0 0 24 808 1200 LABEL (w GAPS) TRANSFER 85 40 90 25 0 14 36 +0% 170 202 2 5 702 100 8 DHCP+BOOTP 192.168.235.104 255.255.254.0 192.168.234.1 192.169.234.20 DISABLE DISABLE CR/LF 300 300 PF4i 4.0 (CLIC version 1) 8192 (k) 0+4096 (k) 0 (k) 4023296 bytes free 3702056 bytes free 0 (m) Model Hardware version Ram Flash CompactFlash c: tmp: Odometer Hardware 1-971631-50 / PSU / 1.0 / 0031-000000 1-971633-25 / Console / 1.1 / 0033-000000 1-959032-01 / TPH / 0.
Chapter 6—Setting Up the Printer Print Speed The print speed is variable between 100 and 200 mm/sec. for printers fitted with an 8 dots/mm (203.2 dpi) printhead and between 100 and 150 mm/sec. for printers with an optional 11.81 dots/mm (300 dpi) printhead. Generally, the lower the speed, the better the printout quality.
Chapter 6—Setting Up the Printer Returning to Factory Default Setup There are two ways to return to the factory default setup of the printer: A Insert a special CompactFlash memory card and restart the printer. B Using the printer’s built-in keyboard. To reset the printer using the keyboard, do like this: 1 Lift the printhead. 2 Switch on the power to the printer and press the key and wait until the printer beeps.
7 Setup Mode This chapter describes how to enter the setup mode at installation, explains how to navigate in the setup mode, and provides overviews over which parameters and messages are available for the standard printer and with various interface boards.
Chapter 7—Setup Mode Entering Setup Mode at Installation The method of entering the Setup Mode depends on which startup files are stored in the printer’s memory, a subject that was more thoroughly discussed in Chapter 3, “Starting Up.” EasyCoder PF4i Compact Industrial with Intermec Shell • Switch on the power. • When the display shows the message “Enter=Shell; x sec...”, press . • Press (this facility can be used anywhere within Intermec Shell).
Chapter 7—Setup Mode Navigating in Setup Mode While going through the setup procedure, you are guided by texts in the printer’s display. You can navigate between setup menus, acknowledge displayed values, select or type new values, etc. by using the keys on the printer’s keyboard. Note: An external keyboard cannot be used inside the Setup Mode. Move one menu to the left on the same level or scroll back in a stack of options1. Move up one level1.
Chapter 7—Setup Mode The Setup Mode is organized as an endless loop, from which you can select a number of sub-categories. At startup, the firmware determines if options such as a label taken sensor, a cutter, or an interface board is installed in the printer. Only installed options are shown in the Setup Mode. The diagram below shows the options in the main loop. Detailed overviews are shown on the pages that follow.
Chapter 7—Setup Mode Setup Mode; Serial Communication "uart1:" (Intermec Fingerprint v8.
Chapter 7—Setup Mode Setup Mode; Feed Adjust (Intermec Fingerprint v8.
Chapter 7—Setup Mode Setup Mode; Media (Intermec Fingerprint v8.
Chapter 7—Setup Mode Setup Mode; Print Defs (Intermec Fingerprint v8.20) Continued from the previous page SETUP: PRINT DEFS Return to the start of the Setup Mode loop (SETUP/SER-COM, UART1) or press to exit the Setup Mode.
Chapter 7—Setup Mode Setup Mode; Serial Communication "uart2:" (option) (Intermec Fingerprint v8.20) SETUP:SETUP: SER-COM, UART2 These menus will only be displayed when an optional Double Serial or Serial/Industrial interface board is installed. In case of a Double Serial interface baord, also see the overview for Serial Communication, uart3.
Chapter 7—Setup Mode Setup Mode; Serial Communication "uart3:" (option) (Intermec Fingerprint v8.20) SETUP: SER-COM, UART3 SER-COM, UART3: BAUDRATE These menus will only be displayed when an optional Double Serial interface board is installed, also see the overview for Serial Communication, uart2.
Chapter 7—Setup Mode Setup Mode; Network Communication "net1:" (option) (Intermec Fingerprint v8.20) SETUP: NET-COM, NET1 SETUP: NETWORK NET-COM, NET1: NEW LINE NETWORK: IP SELECTION NETWORK: IP ADDRESS NETWORK: NETMASK NETWORK: DEFAULT ROUTER NETWORK: NAME SERVER NEW LINE CR/LF BAUDRATE; LFBAUDRATE; CR IP SELECTION: DHCP+BOOTP PARITY: MANUAL PARITY: DHCP PARITY: BOOTP IP ADDRESS: 192.168.1.79 Read-only if DCHP and/or BOOTP is selected. NETMASK: 255.255.255.0 DEFAULT ROUTER: 192.168.1.
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8 Intermec Shell Startup Program This chapter describes the Intermec Shell startup program and covers the following topics: • Introduction • Starting with Intermec Shell • Intermec Shell Overview • Line Analyzer Intermec EasyCoder PF4i Compact Industrial—User’s Guide (Fingerprint) 75
Chapter 8—Intermec Shell Startup Program Introduction Intermec Shell is a startup program, which is a program that automatically starts running when the printer is switched on. Intermec Shell helps the operator to choose between a number of standard or custom-made application programs and to start certain useful facilities, as listed below.
Chapter 8—Intermec Shell Startup Program Other Facilities • Setup Mode (manual setup from printer’s keyboard) • Print Setup (printing setup on label) • Testfeed (formfeeds and auto-adjust of the LSS) • Test Label (printing of test labels) • Default setup (resetting all setup parameters to default) • Software Update (downloading data from a host to a CompactFlash card in the printer, upgrading the printer’s firmware from a CompactFlash card, or upgrading the printer’s firmware from a file in a PC) • Reboot
Chapter 8—Intermec Shell Startup Program Starting with Intermec Shell A few seconds after you have switched on the power to the printer and the initialization is completed, the countdown menu of the Intermec Shell program will be displayed: ENTER=SHELL 5 sec. v.8.1 Now you have 5 seconds to enter Intermec Shell by pressing . The lower line tells you how much time you have left. Should the time run out before you have taken any action, the last selected application in Intermec Shell will be opened.
Chapter 8—Intermec Shell Startup Program Selecting an Application In Intermec Shell, the menus present the options in infinite loops, To see all menus and options, refer to the overview in this chapter. The Select application lets you choose an application program that resides in the printer’s memory: • Current appl. starts the last selected application (by default Intermec Fingerprint with "auto" selected as standard I/O channel).
Chapter 8—Intermec Shell Startup Program Selecting Other Facilities As an alternative to selecting an application, you can step through a number of other useful facilities: Setup Set up the printer using its built-in keyboard, see Chapter 7, “Setup Mode.” Print Setup Produce a printout of the printer’s current setup values (test label “Setup Info”).
Chapter 8—Intermec Shell Startup Program • Update firmware is used to directly upgrade the firmware of a specific printer from a new firmware version stored as a file in a PC. If the printer is equipped with an EasyLAN Ethernet or Wireless board, the user must have access rights to upgrade the firmware, see the EasyLAN User’s Guide. If the CompactFlash card or upgrade file contains an earlier firmware version than the one in the printer, the printer’s firmware will be downgraded without warning.
Chapter 8—Intermec Shell Startup Program Intermec Shell v8.1 Overview ENTER=SHELL SHELL SEL. APPLICATION 5 sec. SEL. APPLICATION CURRENT APPL. v.8.1 ENTER=SHELL 4 sec. SEL. APPLICATION v.8.1 Fingerprint 8.20 ENTER=SHELL 3 sec. v.8.1 Last selected application is started Note: Dotted channels are only shown if the corresponding optional interface pcb is fitted. SEL. APPLICATION STD I/O CHANNEL Direct Protocol auto ENTER=SHELL STD I/O CHANNEL 2 sec. uart1: v.8.
Chapter 8—Intermec Shell Startup Program Line Analyzer The Line Analyzer (LINE_AXP.PRG) is a program written in the Intermec Fingerprint programming language and is intended to help solving possible communication problems. As the name implies, the Line Analyzer captures all incoming characters on a specified communication channel and prints them on one or more labels.
Chapter 8—Intermec Shell Startup Program If the printer is not fitted with the specified port, an error message appears in the display and you can select another port: Line Analyzer Error:56 84 Intermec EasyCoder PF4i Compact Industrial—User’s Guide (Fingerprint)
9 Options This chapter describes the options available for the EasyCoder PF4i Compact Industrial printer. The options can be factory installed, field-installed by an authorized service technician, or in some cases installed by the operator.
Chapter 9—Options Introduction The EasyCoder PF4i Compact Industrial provides a high degree of flexibility because it has a modular design. By adding options to the basic printer, the EasyCoder PF4i Compact Industrial can be adapted for a variety of applications. Most options can easily be installed by the operator, however a few should be installed by an authorized service technician or are only available as factory-installed options. Cover Interface board (various types) Media supply roll post 1.
Chapter 9—Options Side Doors and Megatop The EasyCoder PF4i Compact Industrial comes with two types of side door. The standard long door encloses the entire media compartment and allows a media roll with a diameter of 152 mm (6 inches). It also has a slot for external media supply. The 8-inch Megatop has a hinged transparent canopy that encloses a media roll with a diameter of up to 213 mm (8.38 inches).The standard long side door is generally illustrated throughout this manual.
Chapter 9—Options Label Taken Sensor The Label Taken Sensor (LTS) is a photoelectric sensor that enables the printer’s firmware to detect if the latest printed label, ticket, tag, etc. has been removed before printing another copy. The LTS can be enabled or disabled using the instructions LTS& ON and LTS& OFF respectively in Intermec Fingerprint and the Intermec Direct Protocol. The LTS cannot be used in connection with a paper cutter.
Chapter 9—Options Interface Boards A number of interface boards are available for use with the EasyCoder PF4i Compact Industrial. The interface boards are either factory-fitted or can easily be fitted by an authorized service technician. The EasyCoder PF4i Compact Industrial can accommodate one EasyLAN interface board plus one other interface board.
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10 Troubleshooting This chapter describes how the Intermec Readiness Indicators work. It also lists various possible cases of inferior printout quality, describes possible causes, and suggests remedies.
Chapter 10—Troubleshooting Intermec Readiness Indicator The readiness of the printer, individually or as a part of a solution, is indicated by the blue Intermec Readiness Indicator (IRI). If the IRI blinks or is switched off, the printer is not ready. Further information can be obtained in the display window by pressing the key. In case of several errors or similar conditions occuring simultaneously, only the most significant error is displayed.
Chapter 10—Troubleshooting Display Messages and LED Indications Error/Event IRI Error No.
Chapter 10—Troubleshooting Printer crash Off Printer turned off Off Maintenance Off Power supply Over temperature Off See note 3 and 9 Set when upgrading 1718 Note 1: This is only applicable for printers equipped with an EasyLAN interface. Note 2: A printer that is equipped with an EasyLAN interface, but is not connected to a network, will have a blinking IRI. To avoid this, the user can set “IP SELECTION” to “MANUAL” and “IP ADDRESS” to “0.0.0.0”.
Chapter 10—Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Cause Remedy Refer to Overall weak printout Wrong Paper Type parameter Change parameter Chapter 6 Contrast value too low Change parameter Chapter 6 Printhead pressure too low Adjust Chapter 12 Worn printhead Replace printhead Chapter 11 Wrong printhead voltage Replace CPU board Printout weaker on one side Uneven printhead pressure Adjust arm alignment Chapter 12 Weak spots Foreign particles on media Clean or replace Chapters 4 & 5 Media/
Chapter 10—Troubleshooting White vertical lines Printhead dirty Clean printhead Chapter 11 Missing printhead dots Replace printhead Chapter 11 Large part of dot line Wrong X-start or missing Width parameter Change parameter Chapter 6 Failing printhead Replace printhead Chapter 11 Failing strobe signal Check CPU-board Bad media alignment Adjust Chapter 4 Small core & supply post in upper pos. Move post to lower pos.
11 Maintenance This chapter describes how the operator can maintain the printer. Regular maintenance is important for the printout quality and for the life of the printhead. The chapter covers the following topics: • Printhead cleaning • External cleaning • Cleaning the media guides • Printhead replacement • Media jams When cleaning or replacing the printhead, take ample precautions to avoid electrostatic discharges.
Chapter 11—Maintenance Printhead Cleaning Cleaning the printhead on a regular basis is important for the life of the printhead and for the printout quality. You should clean the printhead each time you replace the media. This section describes how to clean the printhead using cleaning cards. If additional cleaning is required, for example removing adhesive residue from the platen roller or tear bar, use a cotton swab moistened with isopropyl alcohol.
Chapter 11— Maintenance Printhead Cleaning, cont. 3 Remove any media and transfer ribbon. 5 Insert most of the cleaning card under the printhead (1). Engage the printhead (2). 4 Open the cleaning card envelope and pull out the cleaning card. Read the warning text. 6 Pull out the cleaning card (1) and raise the printhead (2).
Chapter 11—Maintenance Printhead Cleaning, cont. 7 8 Wait for approx. 30 seconds to allow the cleaning fluid to dissolve the residue. 10 9 Pull out the cleaning card. If necessary, repeat the process with a fresh cleaning card. 100 Insert most of the cleaning card under the printhead (1). Engage the printhead (2). Allow the cleaned parts to dry before loading any media (and ribbon).
Chapter 11— Maintenance External Cleaning 1 Always remove the power cord before cleaning! 3 Never spray the printer. Protect it from water when cleaning the premises. 2 Wipe external surfaces with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water or a mild detergent. 4 Never use any sharp tools for removing stuck labels. The printhead and rollers are delicate.
Chapter 11—Maintenance Cleaning the Media Guides Both parts of the label stop sensor, which controls the media feed, are covered by plastic guides. The guides are transparent to allow the light to pass between the two parts of the label stop sensor. These areas (indicated by a shade of gray in illustration #2 below) must be kept clean from dust, stuck labels, and adhesive residue.
Chapter 11— Maintenance Printhead Replacement The printhead is subject to wear both from the direct thermal media or ribbon and from the rapid heating and cooling process during printing. Thus, the printhead will require periodic replacement. Time between printhead replacements depends on the print images, the type of direct thermal media or ribbon in use, the amount of energy to the printhead, the print speed, the ambient temperature, and several other factors.
Chapter 11—Maintenance Printhead Replacement, cont. 4 3 Remove any media and transfer ribbon . Pull the printhead bracket away from the magnet in the pressure arm. 6 5 Snap-lock Disconnect the printhead bracket from the print mechanism as indicated by the arrows and pull out the printhead as far as the cables allow. 104 Disconnect the cables from the printhead. Note the snap-lock on the inner connector.
Chapter 11— Maintenance Printhead Replacement, cont. 7 Connect the two cables to the replacement printhead. 9 Turn the printhead lift lever counterclockwise so the magnet engages the printhead bracket. 8 Put back the printhead in reverse order and check that the printhead cables run freely. 10 Load a new supply of media and ribbon, as described earlier in this manual.
Chapter 11—Maintenance Media Jams Should a media jam occur in the print mechanism, proceed this way to clear it: • Always switch off the power before starting to clear the jammed media. • Raise the printhead and pull out the media. • If the media has been wound up or has stuck on the platen roller, carefully remove it by hand without using any sharp tools that can damage the delicate platen roller or printhead. Avoid rotating the platen roller.
12 Adjustments This chapter describes how the operator can adjust the printer.
Chapter 12—Adjustments Narrow Media The printer is factory-adjusted for full-size media width. When using media less than full width, it is recommended that you adjust the position of the pressure arm so it becomes centered with the media. Thereby, an even pressure across the media is obtained. A poorly adjusted pressure arm may be detected by a weaker printout on either side of the media path. To adjust the pressure arm, proceed as follows: • Loosen the straight-slot screw that holds the pressure arm.
Chapter 12—Adjustments Label Stop Sensor The label stop/black mark sensor (LSS) is a photoelectric sensor that controls the printer’s media feed by detecting gaps between labels, or slots or black marks in continuous stock, depending on the printer’s setup in regard of media type (see Chapter 6, “Setting Up the Printer”). An obvious prerequisite is that the LSS must be aligned with the gaps, slots, or black marks. If using-irregularly shaped labels, align the LSS with the front tips of the labels.
Chapter 12—Adjustments In the Print Defines part of the Setup Mode, you have two ways to test the label stop sensor if you have a detection problem; LSS Auto and LSS Manual. The menus only provides indications from the label stop sensor unit. The testing menus can determine if the sensor unit is not physically in position, is blocked by dust or stuck labels, or is defective in some way. Furthermore, this is an aid if media has detection complication.
Chapter 12—Adjustments • Gap or slot detection: Lift the printhead and pull out the media slowly. When the LSS detects a gap or a detection slot, the cursor moves to the right. LSS Auto • Black mark detection: Lift the printhead and pull out the media slowly. When the LSS detects a black, the cursor moves to the left. LSS Auto • It is possible to refresh the centered cursor position by pressing the key.
Chapter 12—Adjustments Printhead Pressure The pressure of the thermal printhead against the direct thermal media is factory-adjusted. However, the use of thicker or thinner media than normal could require the printhead pressure to be readjusted. Using a straight-slot screwdriver, turn the adjustment screw clockwise for more pressure (+) or counterclockwise for less pressure (-). Print a few labels, preferably test labels (see Chapter 6, “Setting Up the Printer”) and check the printout.
Chapter 12—Adjustments Ribbon Break Shaft If ribbon wrinkling occurs, you may need to adjust the alignment of the front ribbon break shaft so that it runs parallel to the printhead and the ribbon supply and rewind hubs. The adjustment is done using a straightslot screw that is located immediately behind the front ribbon break shaft. • If the ribbon tends to slide outwards, turn the screw carefully clockwise (fw) to move the outer end of the break shaft forward.
Chapter 12—Adjustments LTS (Label Taken Sensor) The sensitivity of the LTS may need to be adjusted according to ambient light conditions and reflective characteristics of the back side of the media. This is done in the Setup Mode (Print Defs/LTS), see Chapter 7. You can also check that the LTS works properly. The LTS setup options are only displayed if an optional label taken sensor is installed in the printer. LTS Adjust Press . A label is fed out. Remove the label and press again.
A Technical Data This appendix lists the technical data for the printer. Please note that Intermec reserves the right to change without prior notice and that this information does not represent a commitment on the part of Intermec.
Appendix A—Technical Data Printing Print Technique Direct Thermal and Thermal Transfer Printhead Resolution 8 dots/mm (203.2 dpi) Print Speed (variable) 100 to 200 mm/sec. (≈ 4 to 8 in./sec.) 8 dots/mm 100 to 150 mm/sec. (≈ 4 to 6 in./sec.) 300 dpi Print Width (max) 104 mm (4.095 inches) 105.7 mm (4.161 inches) Print Length (max) 32767 dots = 409.5 cm (161.25 in.)1 Media Width (min/max) 25 to 114.3 mm (1 to 4.5 inches) Standard edge guide Media Width (min/max) 40/80 to 114.3 mm (1.57/3.
Appendix A—Technical Data Physical Measures Dimensions (W x L x H) 244 x 405 x 178 mm (9.61 x 15.93 x 7.00 inches) With long side door 253 x 447 x 178 mm (9.96 x17.60 x 7.00 inches) With paper cutter 244 x 475 x 225 mm (9.61 x 18.70 x 8.86 inches With 8-in. Megatop Weight (excluding media) 7 to 8 kg (15.5 to 17.
Appendix A—Technical Data Connection for Optional Interface Boards 1 EasyLAN + 1 other types Memory Card Adapter 1 CompactFlash Special Printheads 8 dots/mm (203.2 dpi): 1 type 11.81 dots/mm (300 dpi): 2 types See Chapter 9 Integral Self-strip Unit with Liner Takeup Option For peel-off operation Rotating Media Supply Hub Option Replaces supply post 3-inch Adapter Option Accessories and Options Cutter and Tray Option Long Side Door Option3 Long Side Door with 8-in.
B Media Specifications This appendix specifies the physical measures for various types of media.
Appendix B—Media Specifications Media Roll Size Core Diameters: Width: 38-40 mm (1.5 inches) or 76.2 mm (3 inches) Must not protrude outside the media. The media must be wound up on the core in such a way that the printer can pull the end free. Roll Max. diameter: • Position 1 152 mm • Position 3 213 mm Max. width: 114.3 mm Min. width (standard): 25 mm Min. width (Quick-Load): 40 mm (6.00 inches) (8.38 inches) (4.50 inches) (1.00 inches) (1.
Appendix B—Media Specifications Media rolls to be loaded inside the printer should be wound with the printable side facing outwards. The media supply must not be exposed to dust, sand, grit, etc. Any hard particles, however small, can damage the printhead.
Appendix B—Media Specifications Media Non-Adhesive Strip ⇐ a ⇒ Media Width Maximum: Minimum (standard): Min. (narrow Quick-Load): Min. (wide Quick-Load): 114.3 mm 25.0 mm 40.0 mm 80.0 mm (4.50 inches) (1.00 inches) (1.57 inches) (3.
Appendix B—Media Specifications Self-Adhesive Strip ⇐ a ⇒ Media Width (including liner) Maximum: Minimum (standard): Min. (narrow Quick-Load): Min. (wide Quick-Load): 114.3 mm 25.0 mm 40.0 mm 80.0 mm (4.50 inches) (1.00 inches) (1.57 inches) (3.15 inches) ⇐ b ⇒ Liner The liner must not extend more than a total of 1.6 mm (0.06 inches) outside the face material and should protrude equally on both sides. ⇐ c ⇒ Media Width (excluding liner) Maximum: Minimum: 112.7 mm (4.43 inches) 23.8 mm (0.
Appendix B—Media Specifications Self-Adhesive Labels ⇐ a ⇒ Media Width (including liner) Maximum: Minimum (standard): Min. (narrow Quick-Load): Min. (wide Quick-Load): 114.3 mm 25.0 mm 40.0 mm 80.0 mm (4.50 inches) (1.00 inches) (1.57 inches) (3.15 inches) ⇐ b ⇒ Liner The backing paper must not extend more than a total of 1.6 mm (0.06 inches) outside the labels and should protrude equally on both side. Recommended minimum transparency: 40% (DIN 53147).
Appendix B—Media Specifications a c d e SELF-ADHESIVE LABELS b b FEED DIRECTION Intermec EasyCoder PF4i Compact Industrial—User’s Guide (Fingerprint) 125
Appendix B—Media Specifications Tickets with Gaps ⇐ a ⇒ Media Width Maximum: Minimum (standard): Min. (narrow Quick-Load): Min. (wide Quick-Load): 114.3 mm 25.0 mm 40.0 mm 80.0 mm (4.50 inches) (1.00 inches) (1.57 inches) (3.15 inches) ⇐ b ⇒ Copy Length Max. length between slots: Min. length between slots: depends on SDRAM size 8.0 mm (0.32 inches) Under ideal circumstances, a minimum ticket length of 4 mm (0.16 inches) could be used.
Appendix B—Media Specifications a c b e d TICKETS & TAGS FEED DIRECTION Intermec EasyCoder PF4i Compact Industrial—User’s Guide (Fingerprint) 127
Appendix B—Media Specifications Tickets with Black Mark ⇐ a ⇒ Media Width Maximum: Minimum (standard): Min. (narrow Quick-Load): Min. (wide Quick-Load): 114.3 mm 25.0 mm 40.0 mm 80.0 mm (4.50 inches) (1.00 inches) (1.57 inches) (3.15 inches) ⇐ b ⇒ Copy Length Minimum: Maximum: 20.0 mm (0.8 inches) depends on SDRAM size ⇐ c ⇒ LSS Detection Position Five fixed positions, see Chapter 12. ⇐ d ⇒ Black Mark Width The detectable width of the black mark should be at least 5.0 mm (0.
Appendix B—Media Specifications a b c e d f TICKETS WITH MARKS FEED DIRECTION Intermec EasyCoder PF4i Compact Industrial—User’s Guide (Fingerprint) 129
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C Interfaces This appendix describes the interface connectors found on the printer’s rear plate.
Appendix C—Interfaces RS-232 Interface Protocol Default setup: Baud rate: Char. length Parity: Stop bits: RTS/CTS ENQ/ACK: XON/XOFF: New Line: 9600 8 bits None 1 Disabled Disabled Disabled (both ways) CR/LF To change the RS-232 interface settings, see Chapter 6, “Setting Up the Printer.
Appendix C—Interfaces USB Interface This printer supports USB v1.1 (also called USB 2.0 full speed). To use the USB interface for printing from a PC, you need a special Intermec USB printer driver installed in your PC. The printer is a so called “self-powered device.” We recommend that you only connect one printer to each USB port on the host, either directly or via a hub. Other devices, like a keyboard and a mouse, can be connected to the same hub.
Appendix C—Interfaces Bar Code Wand Interface The printer has a socket on the CPU board for connecting a bar code wand or scanner. The socket is accessible through a slot in the printer’s rear plate. If a Code 128 bar code that contains the character FNC3 is read via this port, the data will be treated as a setup string and will change the printer’s setup accordingly. A setup bar code may contain a single parameter or a combination of up to 3 or 4 setup parameters.
Appendix C—Interfaces Optional Interfaces The printer can optionally be fitted with one of the following interface boards at the right-hand side of the printer’s rear plate: • Double Serial Interface Board (device "uart2:" and "uart3:") • Serial/Industrial Interface Board (device "uart2:") • IEEE 1284 Parallel Interface Board (device "centronics:") Regardless of any of the interface board mentioned above is installed, the printer can also be fitted with one of the following EasyLAN interface boards for con
Appendix C—Interfaces IEEE 1284 Parallel Interface Board "centronics:" EasyLAN Ethernet Interface "net1:" EasyLAN Wireless Interface "net1:" 136 Intermec EasyCoder PF4i Compact Industrial—User’s Guide (Fingerprint)
D Intermec Supplies This appendix describes the supplies offered by Intermec for use with this printer, that is, direct thermal media, thermal transfer ribbons, and receiving face materials for thermal transfer printing Intermec EasyCoder PF4i Compact Industrial—User’s Guide (Fingerprint) 137
Appendix D—Intermec Supplies Direct Thermal Media Intermec offers two quality grades of direct thermal media for the EasyCoder printers: Premium Quality Top-coated media with high demands on printout quality and resistance against moisture, plasticisers, and vegetable oils.
Appendix D—Intermec Supplies Thermal Transfer Media Intermec offers stock labels for thermal transfer printing in a wide range of quality grades. Uncoated Papers Economical high-volume printing. To be used with GP/TMX 1500 ribbons. Examples: Europe North America TTR Uncoated – Coated Papers Various coat-weight, smoothness, and gloss. To be used with HP/TMX 2200/TMX 2500 and GP/TMX 1500 ribbons.
Appendix D—Intermec Supplies Transfer Ribbons Intermec offer three ranges of thermal transfer ribbons optimized for different purposes: • General Purpose (GP/TMX 1500) transfer ribbons allow high speed printing and give a good printout, but are somewhat sensitive to smearing. They may be the best choice for uncoated and coated papers.
Appendix D—Intermec Supplies Bar Code Directions In the tables on the pages that follow, different maximum print speeds may be recommended depending on the direction of possible bar codes in the printout. Generally, ladder style bar codes are more demanding and may require a lower print speed, especially in connection with a large media roll and/or negative start adjust values (see “Print Speed” in Chapter 6).
Appendix D—Intermec Supplies Recommended Paper Type Settings (Europe) Direct Thermal Printing; 8 dots/mm (203.2 dpi) Type/Speed Name Label Label Constant Factor Max Rec. Print Speed1 Dir 1&32 Dir 2&43 Top Coated/ Standard Thermal Top Board4 Thermal Top 105 100 40 40 100 200 100 150 Non Top Coated/ Thermal Eco Standard Thermal Eco Board4 95 85 40 40 200 200 150 150 Top Coated/High Thermal Top High Speed 90 40 200 200 Thermal Transfer Printing; 8 dots/mm (203.
Appendix D—Intermec Supplies Direct Thermal Printing; 11.81 dots/mm (300 dpi) Type/Speed Name Label Label Constant Factor Max Rec. Print Speed1 Dir 1&32 Dir 2&43 Top Coated/ Standard Thermal Top Board4 Thermal Top 105 95 40 40 100 150 100 150 Non Top Coated/ Thermal Eco Standard Thermal Eco Board4 90 75 40 40 150 150 150 150 Top Coated/High Thermal Top High Speed 80 40 150 150 Thermal Transfer Printing; 11.
Appendix D—Intermec Supplies Recommended Paper Type Settings (North America) Direct Thermal Printing; 8 dots/mm (203.2 dpi) Type/Speed Name Top Coated/ Standard Top Coated/ High Duratherm II Duratherm II Tag4 Duratherm Lightning Duratherm Ltg. Plus Duratherm IR Label Constant 96 115 92 85 84 Max Rec. Print Speed1 Dir 1&32 Dir 2&43 200 200 200 100 200 200 200 200 200 150 Label Factor 40 40 40 40 40 Thermal Transfer Printing; 8 dots/mm (203.
Appendix D—Intermec Supplies Direct Thermal Printing; 11.81 dots/mm (300 dpi) Type/Speed Name Top Coated/ Standard Top Coated/ High Duratherm II Duratherm II Tag4 Duratherm Lightning Duratherm Ltg. Plus Duratherm IR Label Constant 93 112 85 80 82 Max Rec. Print Speed1 Dir 1&32 Dir 2&43 150 150 150 100 150 150 150 150 150 150 Label Factor 40 40 40 40 40 Thermal Transfer Printing; 11.
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