USER GUIDE DT Chassis Industrial Printers/Plotters Model 840DL/G • 820DL/G • 820G • 810 Desk Top (DT) Chassis
Table of Contents Introduction Overview ................................................................................................................. 1-1 Package Contents ..................................................................................................... 1-2 Getting Familiar ....................................................................................................... 1-3 System Setup OEM Configurations .......................................................................
Introduction Overview 1-1 This User Guide describes the general operation and care of the DT (Desk Top) Chassis series of industrial printers/plotters. The specific DT Chassis models covered by this guide are the 840 DL/G, 820 DL/G, 820G and 810. These products are designed for use in a variety of environments, including rugged mobile data logging and exploration systems.
Introduction Package Contents 1-2 You should find the following items when unpacking your printer. If any of these items are not found with the printer, please contact Printrex Customer Service.
Introduction 1-3 Getting Familiar Refer to the Feature Description TableFigures 1 through 4 to familiarize yourself with the features of the printer. The names of these features will be used throughout this guide.
Introduction 1-4 Getting Familiar Figure 2 (Continued) Power Switch Power Entry Module Chassis Label Parallel Interface Connector Figure 3 Paper Advance Button Bottom Feed Slot (840DL/G and 820DL/G only) PAPER ADVANCE Figure 4 Paper Empty Indicator Error Indicator PAPER EMPTY ERROR POWER Figure 5 (Chassis not shown) Power Indicator Print Head Assembly Platen DT Chassis Printers/Plotters Paper Empty Switch Form Sensor Window
System Setup OEM Configurations 2-1 Many different OEM organizations have been integrating Printrex products into combined hardware and software systems; some for nearly 20 years. These complete-solution products may be assembled in closed physical packaging or racks, or may consist of pre-configured computer hardware that is deployed like any other office equipment. Software may be command-line or graphically operated, and might be installed with a Unix-type or Microsoft operating system.
System Setup Operating System Setup 2-2 The majority of Printrex customers use our printers with computing equipment that functions with the support of an operating system. Microsoft Windows XP and Windows 2000 are the most prevalent systems in current use. In order to provide the best quality of printed output and most convenient user interface, Printrex continually reviews and updates drivers for these platforms.
System Setup 2-3 UNIX and Other Operating Systems At this time, Printrex does not distribute filter files for UNIX (and UNIX-type) platforms. Users of applications designed for use on these systems are advised to contact the application vendor for assistance with setup. Network Setup Many permutations of network connections and configurations exist. It is well worth taking some time to design the installation with consideration to future expansion and updates.
Operation Loading Paper Loading An Internal Roll 3-1 Unlock the door of the printer by pressing on the open circles printed on the two latches at the lower corners of the door. Pull up on the latches to open the door. 1 Unlock Door 2 Remove Paper Holder Remove the paper carrier from the printer and remove the paper rod from the carrier. Slip the empty core off the paper rod.
Operation 3-2 Loading Paper Continued Loading external media is similar to loading an internal roll. The difference being the paper is threaded through the bottom feed slot. Note: The printer is shown with an optional Paper Tray. See Accessories Section 5-2 for ordering information. Loading External Media (Models 840DL/G and 820DL/G only) 1 Place Printer On Stand Printer Place the printer on the paper tray. The printer position is set by the feet and side plates of the paper tray.
Operation 3-3 Tearing Paper There are two tear bars; one on the bottom of the front door for tearing up and one on the printer housing for tearing down. Pull up or down at approximately a 45° angle and slightly to the right or left to tear the paper. 45 o Forms Marks The forms mark sensor is located in the front right side of the printer. Be sure the paper is loaded as shown below for correct top of form (TOF) detection. Also, be sure the paper size is correctly selected in the WindowsTM driver.
Operation Advancing Paper 3-4 After loading paper, or any time you wish to advance paper, press the Paper Advance button on the front panel. The printer will feed paper as long as the button is pressed, but will stop when either of two conditions is met: • If the paper has form markers printed on the back surface, the printer will stop when a marker is detected. • The logical page length has passed without a form marker being seen. The powerup default page length is 16.7 inches.
Operation Errors and Error Handling 3-5 The Error Indicator on the Front Panel indicates an error condition of the printer. This indication is in the form of a two digit error code expressed as a series of long flashes (for the tens digit) then short flashes (for the ones digit). The tens digit flash is twice as long as the ones digit flash. Example: One long flash followed by two short flashes indicates an error code of 12 (Door Open).
Operation Troubleshooting (Continued) 3-6 4. I’m trying to print TIFF files, but the printed output is clipped off. How do I print the whole log? This question has come from the geotechnical community frequently over the last several years. Commonly, users view TIFF logs in Windows Imaging, the free viewer provided in the Programs- Accessories folder. Unfortunately, this is a single-page application: it is designed for simple photograph- size viewing and printing.
Care and Cleaning General Cleaning 4-1 There is no regular cleaning required for proper operation of the printer, however the printer surfaces are designed and manufactured to permit cleaning with the following cleaning agents: • Isopropyl alcohol • Ammonia • Chlorine bleach (1:10 concentration with water) • Hexachlorophene (PhisoHex) • Glutaraldehyde (Cidex) It is recommended that a soft cloth dampened with the cleaning agent be used to clean the surfaces of the printer.
Support / Service Warranty 5-1 Printrex products are warranted to be free from failures due to defects in material and workmanship for twelve (12) months from the date of purchase. During this 12 month period Printrex will, at its sole discretion, replace or repair at no charge the product which, in its opinion, is defective.
Support / Service 5-2 Service Centers A list of service centers are available from the Printrex web site. Please refer to: www.printrex.com Spare Parts Description .................................................................................................. Part Number Paper Carrier ................................................................................................... Paper Rod ........................................................................................................
Safety Restriction on Use 6-1 Use this equipment only for its intended use as described in this guide. • Do not use power supplied outside the specified voltage/hertz range. • Do not block any openings on the equipment. • Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors on the equipment. • Do not expose equipment to rain or spills or moisture. Grounding This equipment must be grounded to conform with the normative safety standards. Connect only to a properly grounded outlet.
Technical Specifications 7-1 General Specifications Power Requirements (840DL/G) ............................... 100-240 VAC, 500 VA, 50~60Hz Power Requirements (820DL/G and 820G) .............. 100-240 VAC, 240 VA, 50~60Hz Power Requirements (810) ........................................ 100-240 VAC, 150 VA, 50~60Hz Height ................................................................................................ 4.5 inch (114 mm) Width ..............................................................
