SpeedMarking-Laser User's Manual
Foreword Foreword Revisions Contact address Version Date Modification 0.0 05/07 First release Range of delivery Please check to ensure that your SpeedMarkingLaser is complete. Your SpeedMarking-Laser should contain the following parts. Weidmüller Interface GmbH & Co. KG Postfach 3030 32720 Detmold Klingenbergstraße 16 32758 Detmold, Germany Phone +49 (0) 5231 14-0 Fax +49 (0) 5231 14-2083 E-Mail info@weidmueller.com Internet www.weidmueller.
Contents Contents Foreword ............................................................................................................................3 Revisions .............................................................................................................................3 Range of delivery .................................................................................................................3 Installation instructions..............................................................
Contents 5. 5.1 Printer tips and maintenance .............................................................................21 Improvement of printing ........................................................................................21 5.2 Extend the lifespan of the special-toner cartridge .................................................21 5.3 Maintenance of special-toner cartridge .................................................................21 5.4 Printer maintenance ......................
Safety instructions 1. Safety instructions Read the following instructions carefully before starting up the SpeedMarking-Laser. Observe the warnings and notices on the SpeedMarking-Laser at all times. • Never use damaged or worn out power cables. • Connect the device to the mains only with cable described in this guide. • Avoid the usage of multiple cables. • The mains voltage must correspond to the system voltage given on the SpeedMarking-Laser type plate.
Safety instructions • Do not spill any fluids into the SpeedMarking-Laser. • Place the device onto a solid, flat surface. Otherwise, it could fall down and lead to possible danger to personnel. • For installation in limited space, make sure that there is sufficient ventilation for the device. • Do not block or cover openings of the SpeedMarking-Laser. • Do not insert any objects into these openings. This device is not to be operated without supervision.
Printer installation 2. Printer installation This chapter is for the setup and installation of the new SpeedMarking-Laser. Follow after unpacking the printer the listed steps in the checklist in its exact order. Each step is described in detail with easily understandable specifications. 2.
Printer installation 2.2 Setting up the printer • Place the device onto a solid, flat surface. • Provide sufficient ventilation. • The ambient conditions should be stable, e.g. the temperature and humidity fluctuations should be limited (Temperature: 20 °C – 35 °C; Humidity: 55% – 75%). • Avoid direct sunlight on the printer. • The environment of the printer should be free of any chemicals. The following dimensions show the space required for setting up the printer.
Printer installation 2.3 Unpacking the printer 4 Remove the alignment rod for the roller. Store all packaging material. In case of repairs you should return the printer in its original packaging to avoid any possible damage in transit. 2.4 Insertion of toner cartridge Figure 8 Remove alignment rod for the roller Caution To avoid any damages, the toner cartridge should be exposed to the sunlight only for a few minutes.
Printer installation 7 The transparent plastic-sealing strip is at the right side of the toner cartridge. Pull the strip (30 - 35 cm) completely out of the toner cartridge and dispose of it. Avoid any contact with the black toner on the strip. If any toner gets on your clothing, wipe it off by means of a dry cloth. Wash it subsequently with cold water. 2.5 Connection of printer cable The SpeedMarking-Laser possesses a parallel connection.
Printer installation 2.6 Connection of mains cable 2.7 Installation of printer driver Before printing, you should install the printer software. Before you can use the printer with its software applications, you have to install the printer driver. Windows printer system Install one of these printer drivers, if the operating system on your computer is Windows NT4, Windows 95/98, Windows ME, Win 2000/XP.
Printer installation Installation of the Windows printer drivers For Windows ME For Windows 2000/XP 1 Follow the installation assistant of the printer. 1 Save the printer driver locally on the hard disk. 2 Select “Local printer” (LPT1:). 2 Add a new printer. 3 Press the button "disk" and choose by pressing "search" the file "OEM95.inf" from the previous locally-stored driver files. Windows 2000: 4 Choose the printer HP LaserJet 6P/6MPStandard and finish the installation.
Basic information of the printer 3. Basic information of the printer 3.1 Printer functions Technical data Application: Printing of the product portfolio MultiCard Speed: Maximum 3-4 cards per minute Operating time: Approx. 2-3 hours per day Printing quality: 600 x 600 points dpi for texts and graphics Feed: Manual loading Conditioning: Heat radiator with approx. 1200 Watt Fusing: Heat radiator with approx.
Basic information of the printer 3.2 Operating panel 3.3 Operating panel buttons The printer possesses the buttons: Job Cancel (A) and Test (B). Job Cancel Press the button Job Cancel to abort an ongoing printing job. During deletion of the printer storage, the LEDs on the operating panel will light up one after the other. The LEDs will then switch into the ready mode. This can take some time depending on the size of the printing job.
Basic information of the printer 3.4 LED displays Messages of the upper status field The LED displays indicate status and error messages. The LEDs can be in the following mode. Off Errors On Flashing Data Ready The following status messages of the operating panel indicate different requirements of the printer for the preparation of a printing job or during printing. If the error LED lights up, then there is an error at the printer.
Basic information of the printer 3.5 Switch for printing SF markers 3.6 Printer drivers The SpeedMarking-Laser is compatible to the following printer types: • HP III • HP LaserJet 6P • HP LaserJet 6P/6MP (recommended) More information for installation of the printer driver is available in chapter 2.7 "Installation of printer driver". Figure 15 SF switch 1 Open the cover of the SpeedMarking-Laser. The switch for printing SF markers is situated here.
Basic information of the printer 3.7 Accessories and ordering information Optional Description and utilization Part numbers Special-toner cartridge Spare cartridge 1770070000 Cable and interface accessories Connection of printer Software CD CD including drivers and printing software 1954040000 Loader Automatic feeding of MultiCard 1782880000 Table 3 18 Accessories and ordering information 5658600000/00/05.
Printing jobs 4. Printing jobs This chapter is about printing options and printing jobs that have to be performed regularly. 4.2 Printing preparation Selection of media 4.1 Printing of adhesive backing markers The Weidmüller adhesive-backing device markers ESG, SM and CC are recognizable by their brown paper material. Their suitability for printing in the SpeedMarkingLaser is only limited.
Printing jobs 4.3 Printing jobs 4.3.2 4.3.1 Stopping a printing job The SpeedMarking-Laser is equipped with a manual feed. This is done as follows. A printing job can be stopped by the software application, printer queue or by pressing the button Job Cancel. If the printer has not started a printing job, try to stop it first using the software application. If the printing job is in the printing queue or in the printing spooler, try to delete the printing job there.
Printer tips and maintenance 5. Printer tips and maintenance This chapter includes suggestions how high quality and low consumption can be reached at the same time. Moreover, special maintenance jobs for toner cartridge and printer are described here. 5.3 Maintenance of specialtoner cartridge 5.3.1 Lifespan of special-toner cartridges 5.1 In this chapter, the described settings concerning the printing quality can be modified via the software program of the Windows printer drivers.
Printer tips and maintenance 5.4 Printer maintenance Cleaning of the SpeedMarking-Laser 3 With a dry and lint-free cloth, remove any dust, dirt, toner and possible adhesive elements out of the printing area. To maintain high printing quality, clean the SpeedMarking-Laser each time after changing the special toner cartridge. The cleaning also has to be done if there are problems with the printing quality.
Troubleshooting 6. Troubleshooting This chapter is about troubleshooting if the following problems with the printer occur: 6.2 6.1 The error LED is lit. If pressing the button Test does not lead to an intake of a MultiCard, leave the device on for 10 - 15 minutes for cooling down and press the button Test again. The stored printing jobs will be processed. Fuses A Overheating shutoff During long operation, the device may be shutoff to save it from overheating. B 6.
Troubleshooting 6.3.1 Congestion in the input area 6.3.2 Congestion in toner area 1 Turn the SpeedMarking-Laser off. 1 Turn off the SpeedMarking-Laser. 2 Open the cover and remove the toner cartridge. 2 Open the cover and remove the toner cartridge. CAUTION CAUTION To avoid any damages, the toner cartridge should be exposed to the sunlight only for a few minutes. To avoid any damages, the toner cartridge should only be exposed to the sunlight for a few minutes.
Troubleshooting 6.3.3 Congestion in the output area 6.4 Problems with the printing quality 6.4.1 Checklist for printing quality 1 Turn off the SpeedMarking-Laser. 2 Open the cover and remove the toner cartridge. CAUTION To avoid any damages, the toner cartridge should be exposed to the sunlight only for a few minutes. 3 Remove the accumulated material from the input area. To do this you may have to move the green transport belt. Care must be taken to avoid moving the belt out of it’s guides.
Troubleshooting 6.5 Checklist for troubleshooting If the SpeedMarking-Laser is not printing, follow the checklist in its specified order. Make sure that the ready LED lights up. If no LED lights up: • Check the connection of the mains cable. Data error If the error LED and the data LED light up simultaneously, a data error has occurred at the SpeedMarking-Laser. • To find out the reason for the data error, press the buttons Test and Job Cancel and keep these pressed.
Troubleshooting 6.5.2 General troubleshooting Empty, deficient or incomplete pages and disruption of the printing operation Pages have been printed but are blank. • The sealing band of the special-toner cartridge has not possibly been removed. Pages have been printed, but the printing is deficient, pages have only been partially printed or the printing is overlapping. • Make sure that the software application uses the right printer driver. • The data file sent to the printer is incorrect.
Guarantees 7. Guarantees This chapter offers information about guarantees that are valid for the SpeedMarking-Laser and the special-toner cartridge. 7.1 Limited guarantee Weidmüller offers a six month guarantee on the SpeedMarking-Laser after purchase by the user. During the guarantee period, Weidmüller is committed to repair the damaged SpeedMarking-Laser as they see fit.
Guarantees 7.4 Customer support during and after the guarantee period If the SpeedMarking-Laser fails during the guarantee period, please contact the customer support. If you send the device to the customer support, pack it according to the packaging instructions in this chapter. We recommend insuring the package for the transport. Transport damages caused by insufficient packaging are at the expense of the customer. If possible, use the original packaging material. 7.
Printer specifications 8. Printer specifications 8.1 Environmental conditions 8.1.1 Dimensions Height 380 mm Width 430 mm Length 1000 mm Weight (including toner cartridge) 35 kg 8.1.2 Electrical ratings: Mains voltage: 110 V/AC 230 V/AC Power input 1300 W 1300 W Recommended minimum current capacitance 16 A 16 A Frequency 50 – 60 Hz 50 – 60 Hz 8.1.
Printer specifications 8.2 Consumables 8.2.1 Toner Article No.: 1760070000 Durability: 2.5 years (original packaging, at 10 °C – 40 °C) Capacity: 1500 cards with 5% coverage 8.2.2 Specification for the printing media You can print with the SpeedMarking-Laser entire cards of the Weidmüller MultiCard program, if you follow the specifications and guidelines of this manual. Printing media that do not fulfil these requirements can damage the printer and it can result in forfeiting the guarantee.
Printer specifications 32 5658600000/00/05.
Info - Form for customer support Date: Person who sends back the device: Contact person: Telephone number: ( Additional contact persons: Telephone number: ( Address of shipper: Which product will be sent? ) ) Special shipment instructions: Model number: Serial number: Add relevant printouts to the return consignment of the product. Accessories not relevant for the repair, e.g. manuals, shouldn´t be sent. What has to be done? 1. Describe the failure.
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