Zebra 170PAX2 ™ -Series User ’s Guide RIGHT HAND LEFT HAND R
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Contents Introduction Zebra 170PAX2 Print Engine Getting Started . . . . . . . Print Engine Mounting . . . Communications . . . . . . Printer Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 1 1 1 2 Media & Ribbon Loading Media Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Care & Adjustments Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Toggle Positioning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Printhead Pressure Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Troubleshooting Power On Self Test . . . . Power On Troubleshooting Printer Troubleshooting . . Printer Self Tests. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction Congratulations! You have just purchased a high-quality thermal demand print engine manufactured by the industry leader in quality, service, and value. For over 25 years, Zebra Technologies Corporation has provided customers with the highest caliber of products and support. To create and print label formats, refer to the ZPL II Programming Guide (part # 46530L). This guide is available by contacting your distributor or Zebra Technologies Corporation.
Introduction A DB-15 Applicator Interface Connector provides communication between the print engine and the associated applicator hardware. In some applications, control signal timing may be a critical element in the performance of the print engine. Refer to Appendix B for control signal descriptions. WARNING!! Connecting a data communications cable while the power is ON may damage the PAX2 print engine. NOTE: You must supply the interface cables for your application.
Media & Ribbon Loading Media Loading If your print engine is a right hand unit (printed labels are presented on the right hand side of the unit), refer to Figure 2 while performing the procedure shown below. If your print engine is a left hand configuration (printed labels are presented on the left hand side of the unit), refer to Figure 3. 1. Load the media on the media supply hanger of the applicator (refer to the applicator’s user’s manual). 2.
Media & Ribbon Loading 5. Ensure the media is aligned within the print path then close the printhead assembly (C) by rotating the printhead lock lever (D) until it latches onto the locking pin (E). 6. Secure the pinch roller (F) in position by pressing down on the top of the pinch roller latch (G) until the assembly snaps closed. 7. Position the outer media edge guide (B) so it just touches the outer edge of the media. 8.
Media & Ribbon Loading Ribbon Loading To load ribbon, refer to Figure 4 (for right-hand units) or Figure 5 (for left-hand units). NOTE: Do not load ribbon if the printer is to be used in the direct thermal mode. CAUTION: When installing the ribbon roll on the ribbon supply spindle, make sure it is pushed up against the stop and that the ribbon is aligned squarely with its core. Do not use ribbon that is narrower than the media.
Media & Ribbon Loading Left Hand Units 1. Push the ribbon roll onto the supply spindle (N) as far as it will go, so the ribbon feeds as shown in Figure 4. PAUSE 2. Install an empty ribbon core onto the ribbon take-up spindle (O). 5. Attach the ribbon to the take-up spindle core (use a label if needed) and wind for several turns in the direction shown in Figure 5. 6. Close the printhead assembly (C) by latching the printhead lock lever (D) onto the locking pin (E). 7.
Media Sensor Position Reflective Media Sensor Some types of media have black marks printed on the underside of the backing material that act as “Start of Label” indicators. These black marks are sensed by the reflective media sensor mounted on the printer frame. The position of this sensor is not adjustable. If you will use this type of media, refer to the “Specifications” section of this guide for information about black mark requirements.
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Printer Operation Power On/Off Switch The Power On/Off Switch is located just to the left (or right) of the printer’s control panel. When this switch is placed in the ON (1) position, the POWER light goes ON and the printer automatically performs a Power On Self Test (POST). The Liquid Crystal Display validates the steps in the self test. NOTE: Refer to the “Troubleshooting section of this manual if the printer stops due to failing a test in the Power On Self Test.
Printer Operation Liquid Crystal Display The control panel shown in Figure 7 contains a backlit Liquid Crystal Display. It shows operational status as well as programming modes and feature parameters. Control Panel Keys Five keys are used to set print and communication parameters. BLACK OVAL KEYS — These two keys are used to change parameter values; the actual use depends on the parameter being displayed.
Configuration and Calibration After you have installed the media and ribbon, plugged in and turned on the AC Power, and the printer has completed the Power On Self Test (POST), you may configure the printer parameters for your application using the Liquid Crystal Display and the control panel keys. Not all choices pertain to all applications. Choose only those settings that apply to your particular application.
Configuration and Calibration Cancel — cancels all changes since pressing the SETUP/EXIT key except Darkness and Tear Off (if they were changed). Load Defaults — loads factory defaults as the printer’s operating parameters. These are reflected on the following pages. (Loading factory defaults requires that a new printer calibration process be performed and resetting of the printhead resistance, verifier port, and applicator port values.
Configuration and Calibration Setting the Tear Off Position The Tear Off Position adjusts the position of the media over the peel bar after printing. The label and backing can be torn off or cut between labels. This also affects the dispense position in Peel Off, Applicator, and Cutter modes. TEAR OFF - nnnnnn +0 + Press the right oval key to increase the value or the left oval key to decrease the value.
Configuration and Calibration Press the right or left oval key to display other selections. Default: Web (used to sense notches or holes in media or liner between labels) Selections: Web, Mark (used to sense black marks on the back of the media or liner) Press the NEXT key to display PRINT METHOD. Selecting the Print Method The Print Method parameter specifies the method of printing: direct thermal (no ribbon) or thermal transfer (using thermal-transfer media and ribbon).
Configuration and Calibration NOTE: Before you begin the media and ribbon calibration procedure, be sure the Maximum Length is set to a value one step greater than the actual media. If the Maximum Length is set to a lower value, the printer will assume that continuous media is loaded. NOTE: If the Maximum Label Length is changed to a value that is lower than the length of the media being used, the printer will not calibrate. MAXIMUM LENGTH - 39.
Configuration and Calibration Listing Printer Information List Fonts This selection is used to print a label that lists all of the fonts currently available in the printer. Fonts may be stored in optional font EPROMs and as part of firmware EPROMs, on an optional PCMCIA memory card, or downloaded and stored in formatting memory (RAM). LIST FONTS PRINT Press the right oval key to print a label listing all of the fonts. Press the NEXT key to display LIST BAR CODES.
Configuration and Calibration Initialize Card This selection initializes the optional memory card. CAUTION: Perform this operation only when it is necessary to erase all previously stored information in the optional memory card. Otherwise, press the NEXT key to bypass this function and display SENSOR PROFILE. INITIALIZE CARD YES 1. Press the right oval key to select “YES”. If your printer is set to require a password, you will now be prompted to enter the password.
Configuration and Calibration Media and Ribbon Sensor Calibration When the print engine is first put into service, the following calibration process must be performed. This allows the printer to establish the proper settings for the specific media and ribbon being used in your application. If you have not reached this point by starting on page 11, you will have to enter the “Program Mode” by pressing the SETUP/EXIT key when the PRINTER READY is displayed on the LCD.
Configuration and Calibration Media and Ribbon Calibration Changing the type of ribbon and/or media may require adjustments to the sensitivity of the media and ribbon sensors. Indications that the sensitivity may need to be adjusted would be a RIBBON light ON with the ribbon properly installed or non-continuous media being treated as continuous media. The following procedure is used to adjust the sensitivity of both the media and ribbon sensors.
Configuration and Calibration Setting Communication Parameters Communication parameters must be set correctly for the printer to receive data from the host. These parameters ensure that the printer and host are “speaking the same language.” All communications parameters are password-protected. See page 11. Setting the Host Port Select the communications port that matches the one being used by the host computer. HOST PORT ¬ MAIN RS232 ® Press the right or left oval key to display other selections.
Configuration and Calibration Setting the Parity The parity of the printer must match the parity of the host for communications to take place. Select the parity that matches the one being used by the host. PARITY - EVEN + Press the right or left oval key to display other selections. Default: Even Selections: Even, None, Odd Press the NEXT key to display STOP BITS. Setting the Stop Bits The stop bits of the printer must match the stop bits of the host for communications to take place.
Configuration and Calibration NOTE: Zebra Protocol is the same as ACK/NACK Protocol, except the response messages are sequenced. NOTE: If Zebra Protocol is selected, the printer must use “DSR/DTR” Host Handshake Protocol. Press the NEXT key to display NETWORK ID. Setting the Network ID Network ID is used to assign a unique number to a printer used in a selective calling network. This gives the host the means to address a specific printer. A Network ID is not required when connected in an Ethernet Network.
Configuration and Calibration Selecting Prefix and Delimiter Characters Prefix and delimiter characters are two-digit hex values used within the ZPL/ZPL II formats sent to the printer. See “Appendix C” for an ASCII Code chart. The printer uses the most recently configured prefix and delimiter characters, whether included as part of a ZPL II instruction or input from the front panel. NOTE: DO NOT use the same hex value as the control, format, and delimiter characters.
Configuration and Calibration Selecting ZPL Mode The printer accepts label formats written in either ZPL or ZPL II. Refer to the “ZPL II Programming Guide” for more information on the differences between ZPL and ZPL II. The printer will remain in the selected mode until changed by this front panel instruction or by sending a ZPL/ZPL II command to the printer. ZPL MODE ¬ ZPL II ® Press the right or left oval key to display other selections.
Configuration and Calibration Press the right or left oval key to display other selections. Default: Feed Selections: Feed, Calibration, Length, No Motion Press the NEXT key to display HEAD CLOSE. Head Close Determines the action of the media after the printhead has been opened and then closed. “Calibration” recalibrates the media sensors, “Feed” feeds the label to the first web, “Length” calculates the length of the label, and “No Motion” means the media does not move.
Configuration and Calibration Setting the Label Top Position The Label Top Position controls the initial vertical print position on the label (viewed as the label exits the printer). The Default position is referenced to the leading edge of the label which follows the one to be printed. Refer to Figure 11. If there is a lengthy web between labels, the label format may begin printing on the backing material. To set the position where the format begins printing, change the Label Top Position value.
Configuration and Calibration Setting the Left Position The Left Position controls the initial print position from the left edge of a label (viewed as the label exits the printer). The Default position is referenced to the left edge of the media. Refer to Figure 12. Depending on the width of the media, the label format may begin printing on the backing material or on the platen. To set the position where the format begins printing, change the Left Position value.
Configuration and Calibration Head Test Function Periodically a Head Test is automatically performed to ensure that the printhead elements are working correctly. This parameter determines how many labels are printed between these internal printhead tests. Setting the Head Test Count The Head Test Count is used to select the head test interval (the number of labels printed between head tests).
Configuration and Calibration OFF - The verifier port is off. 1 ERR — Label reprinted if verifier detects an error. If the bar code is near the upper edge of the label, the label will feed out far enough to be verified and then backfeed to allow the next label to be printed and verified. 2 VER-THRUPUT — Allows for the greatest throughput but may not indicate a verification error immediately upon detection. May print from one to three labels before an error is recognized and printing stops.
Printing Controls Setting the Start Print Signal This parameter determines how the printer will react to the Start Print Signal input on pin 3 of the applicator interface connector at the rear of the printer. This is set by the applicator manufacturer and should not be changed unless the factory defaults have been reloaded. Please make a note of it! While other choices are valid, the printer must be returned to its designated setting in order for it to work properly.
Configuration and Calibration Selecting the Ribbon Low Feature When the Ribbon Low feature is enabled, the “Ribbon Low” output signal (Pin 9) on the applicator port is functional. When the amount of ribbon on the supply spindle reaches a specific low level, the output signal will assert HIGH to provide a “Ribbon Low” warning.
Configuration and Calibration LCD Adjust Adjusts the brightness of the Liquid Crystal Display. LCD ADJUST 00 -n + Press the left oval key to decrease the brightness; the right oval key to increase the brightness. Default: 00 Range: 00 to 19 Press the NEXT key to display LANGUAGE Printer Language Selecting the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Language. Allows you to specify the language for the LCD prompts and error messages language.
Care & Adjustments Cleaning CAUTION: Use only the cleaning agents indicated. Zebra Technologies Corporation will not be responsible for damage caused by any other cleaning materials used on the 170PAX2-Series print engine. Table 1 provides a recommended cleaning schedule. Cleaning swabs saturated with 70% Isopropyl Alcohol are available from your Zebra distributor as a Preventive Maintenance Kit (part # 01429). AREA METHOD INTERVAL See Figures 13 and 14 for parts locations.
Care & Adjustments COVER HINGE 6 3 4 5 Figure 13. Sensor Locations (Right-Hand Unit Shown) Cleaning the Printhead and Platen Roller Inconsistent print quality, such as voids in the bar code or graphics, or light print may indicate a dirty printhead. Media movement problems may indicate a dirty platen. For optimum print quality, perform the following cleaning procedure after every roll of ribbon.
Care & Adjustments D 1 C CLEANING SWAB E 2 7 Figure 14. Printer Cleaning (Right-Hand Unit Shown) NOTE: If print quality has not improved, try cleaning the printhead with the Save-a-Printhead cleaning film. This specially coated material removes contamination buildup without damaging the printhead. Call your authorized Zebra distributor to order the Save-a-Printhead cleaning kit for the 170PAX2 printer (part # 38902M).
Care & Adjustments 4. Use the adjusting nuts (S) to increase or decrease the spring pressure until the left and right edges of the printed area are equally dark. 5. Increase darkness to the optimum level for the media being used. 6. Hold the adjusting nuts (S) in position, and tighten the locking nuts (R) against them. NOTE: Printhead and drive system (belts and bearings) life can be maximized by using the lowest pressure that produces the desired print quality. R 1/4 U T S Figure 15.
Troubleshooting Power On Self Test A Power On Self Test (POST) is performed each time the printer is turned ON. During this test, the front panel lights (LEDs) will turn ON and OFF to ensure proper operation. At the end of this self test, only the POWER LED will remain lit. Once the Power On Self Test is complete, the media is advanced to the proper resting position, as determined by the programmed Media Feed setting.
Troubleshooting The following tables provide trouble symptoms, a diagnosis of specific causes, and a recommended action which should result in proper printer operation. If you are in need of technical assistance, contact your equipment supplier. Power On Troubleshooting SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS All lights on, but Internal electronic or nothing displays on firmware failure. the LCD, and the printer locks up. Printer locks up while Main Logic Board failure. running the Power On Self Test.
Troubleshooting SYMPTOM WARNING HEAD COLD DIAGNOSIS ACTION Printhead is not hot enough to print properly. Printing continues while printhead heats up. If error remains, environment may be too cold for proper printing. Relocate printer to warmer area. Verify print quality. To correct the situation, call a service technician to replace the printhead. To override this error message, turn off the Head Test in the Printer Configuration. You may do any of the following: ERROR light flashes.
Troubleshooting SYMPTOM Wrinkled ribbon. DIAGNOSIS Ribbon fed through the machine incorrectly. Incorrect burn temperature. Incorrect or uneven printhead pressure. Broken or melted ribbon. Media not feeding properly; “walking” from side to side. Strip Plate needs adjusting. Printhead needs vertical adjustment. Printhead and Platen Roller need to be realigned. Ribbon Supply Spindle motor is inoperative. Darkness setting too high. ACTION See “Ribbon Loading” on page 5.
Troubleshooting SYMPTOM ZPL II was sent to the printer, but not recognized. DATA light always OFF. or DATA light always flashing. Vertical image or label drift. DIAGNOSIS ACTION Communications parameters are incorrect. Print a Communications Diagnostic Label. Check for format or overrun errors. Reset communication parameters. See page 22. Incorrect Communications Verify proper cable and Cable in use. replace if necessary.
Troubleshooting Printer Self Tests Introduction These self tests, illustrated on the following pages, produce sample labels and provide specific information that help determine the operating conditions for the printer. Each self test is enabled by pressing a specific control panel key or combination of keys while turning the power switch ON. Keep the key pressed until the first indicator light turns OFF. The selected self test will automatically start at the end of the Power On Self Test.
Troubleshooting PAUSE Key Self Test Press and hold the PAUSE key while turning the printer power ON. Release the key anytime after the first front panel LED turns OFF. This self test is actually comprised of four individual test features: 1. The initial self test prints 15 labels at 2" (5.08 cm) per second, then automatically pauses the printer. Each time the PAUSE key is pressed, an additional 15 labels print. 2. While the printer is paused, alter the self test by pressing the CANCEL key once.
Troubleshooting FEED Key Self Test Press and hold the FEED key while turning the printer power ON. Release the key anytime after the first front panel LED turns OFF. NOTE: The CANCEL Key Self Test should be performed prior to this self test. Information on the printed configuration label can be used with the results of this self test to determine the best darkness setting for a specific media/ribbon combination. The labels printed during this print quality test depends on the dot density of the printhead.
Troubleshooting FEED Key and PAUSE Key Press and hold these two keys while turning the printer power ON. The printer configuration will be temporarily reset to the factory default values. These values will be active until power is turned OFF. If the factory default values are permanently saved, a media calibration procedure must be performed. You must also reset the head resistance value, and the verifier and applicator port settings to their required values (see “Configuration and Calibration”).
Troubleshooting Parameter LCD Adjust Modes Enabled Modes Disabled Resolution Socket 1 ID Firmware Configuration Memory B: Memory J12 Interface J11 Interface J10 Interface J9 Interface J8 Interface J7 Interface Twinax/Coax ID Controlled by Configuration ZPL ZPL Fixed (head type switch) Fixed (option EPROMS) Fixed (code EPROMS) Configuration Fixed (SIMM size and 1 MB standard) Fixed (option card) Fixed Fixed Fixed Fixed Fixed Fixed ZPL Communications Diagnostics Test The following test cannot be performed u
Options Your print engine can be equipped with the following options. Contact your equipment supplier for further information and pricing. Single In-line Memory Module (SIMM) An optional 8 MByte SIMM increases the graphic and font storage capacity of the printer and/or increases the print length. As this is volatile memory, contents will be lost when the printer is turned off.
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Printer Specifications Printing Considerations Media Type (continuous, die-cut, or black mark) Resolution Dot size 172 PAX2 203 dots per inch (8 dots per mm) 0.0049” x 0.0049” (0.125 mm x 0.125 mm) 0.093” ±0.035” (2.4 mm ±0.89 mm) 6.
Printer Specifications Zebra Programming Language (ZPL II) ° Communicates in printable ASCII ° Format inversion (white on black) characters ° Controlled via mainframe, mini, or PC ° Downloadable graphics, scalable and ° Mirror image printing ° Four-position field rotation (normal - 0°, 90°, 180°, and 270°) bit-map fonts, label templates, and formats ° Slew command ° Object copying between memory areas (RAM and PC memory card) ° Programmable label quantities with print and pause control ° Adjustab
Printer Specifications Standard Printer Fonts Font Matrices for 12 dot/mm (300 DPI) Printhead Character Size Matrix Width Char./mm 50.00 33.33 25.00 11.54 18.75 6.25 10.71 12.50 Height A 9 5 1 U-L-D 0.030 0.020 B 11 7 2 U 0.037 0.030 C, D 18 10 2 U-L-D 0.060 0.040 E 41 20 6 OCR-B 0.137 0.087 F 26 13 3 U-L-D 0.087 0.053 G 60 40 8 U-L-D 0.200 0.160 H 30 19 9 OCR-A 0.100 0.093 GS 24 24 0 SYMBOL 0.080 0.080 Ø Default: 15 X 12 U-L-D Scalable * U = Uppercase, L = Lowercase, D = Descenders Millimeters Char.
Printer Specifications Memory ° 1 MByte RAM standard Optional 8 MByte SIMM Option available for longer labels or additional storage of fonts, graphics, logos, and label formats ° Type II Series C & D PC Card Interface (memory only) standard Optional 8 MByte PC Memory Card - available for additional storage of fonts, graphics, logos,templates, and label formats. Also available pre-programmed with optional and international scalable fonts.
Appendix A AC Power Cord Requirements Since many areas of the world have specific power requirements, an AC Power Cord may not be included with your printer. Refer to Figure 20. A power cord must be provided by you that meets your local electrical requirements. WARNING!! For personnel and equipment safety, always use a three-prong plug with an earth ground connection to the AC Power Source. AC Power Cord Specifications: • The overall length must be less than 9.8 feet (3 m).
Appendix A To replace a fuse, follow this procedure and refer to Figure 22: 1. Turn off the printer and unplug the power cord from the back of the printer. 2. Using a small-blade screwdriver, remove the fuse holder from the power entry module at the rear of the printer. 3. Carefully remove the fuse from the “in circuit” location. To remove the fuse from the “spare” location, insert the point of a pencil through one of the two holes in the fuse holder; gently push.
Appendix B Printer Communications Interface Technical Information System Considerations Communications Code — The printer sends and receives American Standard Code for Information Interchange (ASCII). This code consists of 128 characters (256 for Code Page 850) including upperand lower-case letters, numbers, punctuation marks, and various control codes. Interfaces — The method of interfacing the printer to a data source depends on the communication options installed in the printer and the host.
Appendix B WARNING: Connecting a data communications cable while the power is ON may damage the PAX2 print engine. RS-232/RS-422/RS-485 Serial Data Port The connections for these standard interfaces are made through the DB25 Female connector on the rear panel. Refer to Table 2. For all RS-232 input and output signals, the printer follows both the Electronics Industries Association’s (EIA) RS-232 and the Consultative Committee for International Telegraph and Telephone (CCITT) V.
Appendix B RS-232 Interconnections — The printer is configured as Data Terminal Equipment (DTE). Figure 23 illustrates the connections required to interconnect the printer with the standard 9-pin serial port connector on a PC. Figure 24 illustrates the internal connections of the printer’s RS-232 connector. NOTE: If using a 9-pin to 25-pin adapter plug attached to the computer, use a null modem cable between the adapter plug and the printer.
Appendix B RS-422/RS-485 Interconnections — The printer may be connected to a host by a RS-422/RS-485 interface. The DB25 Female connector on the rear of the printer uses specific pins for this purpose. Figure 25 illustrates the required cable wiring for interconnecting to the printer’s DB25 connector. Figure 26 illustrates the internal connections of the printer’s RS-422/RS-485 connector. DB25 Male Connector to Printer Figure 25. RS-422/RS-485 Interconnecting Cable Rear Panel DB25 Female Figure 26.
Appendix B Centronics-Compatible Parallel Data Port A standard 36-pin Centronics-compatible parallel connector is available at the rear of the printer for connection to the data source. The standard RS-232 port will not accept data when the parallel port is enabled. The parallel interface receives data from the data source but cannot send back printer status information over this port.
Appendix B Cabling Requirements Data cables must be fully shielded and fitted with metal or metalized connector shells. Shielded cables and connectors are required to prevent radiation and reception of electrical noise. To minimize electrical noise pickup in the cable: • Keep data cables as short as possible. • Do not bundle the data cables tightly with the power cords. • Do not tie the data cables to power wire conduits.
Appendix B PIN # SIGNAL NAME SIGNAL TYPE 5 PAUSE Input 6 REPRINT Input 7 8 9 10 +28V Power (Fused at 1.5A) POWER Ground GROUND (+28V Return) RIBBON Output LOW SERVICE REQUIRED Output FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION To toggle the current PAUSE state, this input must be asserted LOW for 200 milliseconds, or until the SERVICE REQUIRED output (pin 10) changes state. If the REPRINT feature is enabled – this input must be asserted LOW to cause the printer to reprint the last label.
Appendix B ASSY P/N C4 R26 C5 R27 R23 C2 U4 U1 J1 R28 R29 R30 R31 R32 R33 R34 R35 R24 U2 U5 R25 U6 U3 R18 C1 R19 R20 R21 DB15 R1R17 ©1996 JP1 ZEBRA TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION R22 JP2 FUSE 1 FUSE 2 J2 PCB P/N 49721 REV 1 J1 C3 J3 2 AMP MAX. FAST BLOW ONLY FUSE 1 INTERNAL LOGIC GROUND INTERNAL LOGIC 1 AMP MAX. FAST BLOW ONLY JP1 JP2 K.T. R.B. FUSE 2 J1 DB15 TO J1 PIN 1 750 mA START PRINT FEED PAUSE TO J1 PIN 2 1.
Appendix C ASCII Code Chart HEX CHAR 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 NUL SOH STX ETX 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 HEX CHAR 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 2A 2B 2C 2D 2E 2F 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 3A 3B 3C 3D 3E 3F space ! “ # $ % & ‘ ( ) * ++ , .
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Appendix D Adjusting Darkness For “In-Spec” Bar Codes All direct thermal and thermal transfer materials do not require the same darkness setting. The best way to check for proper darkness is to use a bar code verifier that actually measures bars/spaces and will calculate the print contrast. Without the assistance of a verifier, your eyes and/or the system scanner are the best bet for choosing the optimal darkness setting.
Appendix D “In-Spec” The “in-spec” bar code can only be confirmed by a verifier, but it should exhibit some very visible characteristics. The normal bar code will have complete, even bars and clear, distinct spaces. The rotated bar code will also have complete bars and clear distinct spaces. Although it may not look as good as a slightly dark bar code, it will be “in-spec.” In both normal and rotated styles, small alphanumeric characters will look complete. Figure 28.
Appendix E Installation Information Ventilation openings of the printer mounting enclosure shall be provided by the installer to remove heat and ensure uninterrupted, trouble-free operation of the printer. Ambient air temperature surrounding the printer must not exceed 40 degrees Centigrade or 104 degrees Fahrenheit.
Appendix E Consideration must be given to the current rating of the printer during installation so that when power is applied to the printer and the enclosing equipment, an overload condition is not effected on enclosing equipment circuits or supply wiring. Reliable earthing of the printer must be maintained. Particular attention must be given to the AC power supply connections so that earth ground is maintained through the AC power input connector. 5 MOUNTING SCREWS O.218 THRU, COUNTERBORE O.350 X .
Appendix E NOTE: Mounting hole locations are identical for both the right hand and left hand print engines. Clearance at the rear panel of the electronics enclosure must provide ample space for electronic connectors and dressing of the following cables: IEC power cord, serial and/or parallel host communication cable, optional host communication cable (Coax, Twinax, Ethernet), and the discrete signal (applicator) interface cable. The IEC power cord does not have a strain relief on the printer.
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Glossary alphanumeric Indicating letters, numerals, and characters such as punctuation marks. continuous media Label or tag-stock media that has no notch, gap, or web (backing material only) to separate the labels or tags. The media is one long piece of material. backfeed When the printer pulls the media and ribbon (if used) backward into the printer so that the beginning of the label to be printed is core diameter The inside diameter of the properly positioned behind the printhead.
Glossary fanfold media Media that comes folded in a rectangular stack. Contrast this with roll media. firmware This is the term used to specify the printer’s operating program. This program is downloaded to the printer from a host computer and stored in FLASH memory. Each time the printer power is turned on, this operating program starts. This program controls when to feed the media forward or backward, when to print a dot on the label stock, when to activate the cutter, etc.
Glossary printer configuration (See configuration.) take label sensor (See label available sensor.) printhead wear The degradation of the surface of the printhead and/or the print elements over time. Heat and abrasion can cause printhead wear. Therefore, to maximize the life of the printhead, use the lowest print darkness setting (sometimes called burn temperature or head temperature) and the lowest printhead pressure necessary to produce good print quality.
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Index A AC Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Adjustments Printhead pressure. . . . . . . . . . . 35 Toggle positioning . . . . . . . . . . 35 Applicator Interface Connector . . . . . . 60 Applicator Port, setting . . . . . . . . . . 29 ASCII Code Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 B Backfeed Sequence . Bar Codes List of available . Printing a list . . Baud Rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 . . . . . . . . . . . 50 . . . . . . . . . . . 16 . . . . . . . . . . .
Index I IBM Coax Interface . . . . . . . . . . IBM Twinax Interface . . . . . . . . . Images, printing a list . . . . . . . . . Initializing the Card . . . . . . . . . . In-Spec Bar Codes, adjusting darkness . . . . . . . . . . 47 47 16 17 65 . . . . . . . . . . 25 25 26 27 32 L Label Positioning Parameters . . . . Backfeed sequence . . . . . . . Label top position . . . . . . . . Left position. . . . . . . . . . . LCD, adjusting brightness/darkness. . . . . . M Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . .
Index Printing considerations (specifications) . Program Mode Entering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Leaving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Protocol, setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . V . 49 . . . . 11 11 11 21 R Reporting Damage . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Ribbon Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Verifier Port, setting . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 W Warning AC Power . . . . Earth Ground . . .
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