AMT Datasouth Fastmark PT-1 User Manual

Document No. 140107 Rev-A

March 2011

Fastmark PT1

Direct Thermal Portable Printer

User’s Guide

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Table of Contents

Table of Contents ................................................................................................................... 2

Proprietary Statement ............................................................................................................ 4

Safety ................................................................................................ ................................ ...... 5

Getting Started ....................................................................................................................... 6

Unpacking Printer ................................................................................................................. 6

Printer Overview ................................................................................................................... 8

Battery .................................................................................................................................. 9

Installing the Battery ......................................................................................................... 9

Charging the Battery ........................................................................................................ 11

Battery & Power Notifications ......................................................................................... 12

Loading Media .................................................................................................................... 13

Wearing Belt Strap.............................................................................................................. 16

Controls & Connections ...................................................................................................... 19

Self-Test before Connecting ............................................................................................... 19

Printer Controls and Indicators ........................................................................................... 20

Smart Battery Power Management .................................................................................... 21

Connecting the Printer ........................................................................................................ 22

Drivers & Software .............................................................................................................. 23

Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................... 24

Printer Status Indications .................................................................................................... 24

Performing Calibration ........................................................................................................ 25

Printing a Configuration Report .......................................................................................... 26

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Printer Maintenance ............................................................................................................. 28

Print Head Maintenance Guide .......................................................................................... 28

Cleaning the Media Sensor: ............................................................................................... 28

Specifications ....................................................................................................................... 29

Interface Specifications....................................................................................................... 31

Serial Interface: ............................................................................................................... 31

USB Interface: ................................................................................................................ 32

Bluetooth Interface: ................................................................ ................................ ......... 32

IrDA (Infrared) Interface: ................................................................................................. 32

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Proprietary Statement

This manual contains proprietary information of AMT Datasouth Corporation. It is intended solely for
the information and use of parties operating and maintaining the equipment described herein. Such
proprietary information may not be used, reproduced, or disclosed to any other parties for any other
purpose without the expressed written permission of AMT Datasouth Corporation.

Product Improvements

Continuous improvement of products is a policy of AMT Datasouth Corporation. All specifications and
signs are subject to change without notice.

FCC Compliance Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that the
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference
to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by the following measures:

 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

 Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.

 Connect the equipment into a different outlet on a different circuit.

 Consult the dealer or an experienced Radio/TV technician for help.

This unit was tested with shielded cables on the peripheral devices. Shielded cables must be used with
the unit to insure compliance. The user is cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly
approved by AMT Datasouth Corporation could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Liability Disclaimer

AMT Datasouth Corporation takes steps to assure that the company’s published engineering
specifications and manuals are correct; however, errors do occur. AMT Datasouth Corporation
reserves the right to correct any such errors and disclaims any resulting liability. In no event shall AMT
Datasouth Corporation, or anyone else involved in the creation, production, or delivery of the
accompanying product (including hardware and software) be liable for any damages whatsoever
(including, without limitation, damages for loss of business profits, business interruption, loss of
business information, or other pecuniary loss) arising out of the use of or the results of use of or
inability to use such product, even if AMT Datasouth Corporation has been advised of the possibility of
such damages.

RF exposure warning

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The equipment complies with FCC RF exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
The equipment must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

CAUTION:

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

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Supplemental Information: This device complies with the
requirement of FCC Part 15 Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two Conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.

Please only use adapters with the following electrical
characteristics and certified by current legislation. Using
other adapters may damage the device and void the
warranty, and pose risks to the user.
Specifications Input: 100-240VAC, 50-60Hz, 1.0 A
Features Output: 9VDC, 1.56A

The manufacturer declares under sole responsibility that this
product conforms to the following standards or other
normative documents:
EMC: EN 55022:2006+A1:2007, class A

EN 55024:1998+A1:2001+A2:2003
EN 301489-1/-17
EN 300328

The user is cautioned that any changes or modifications, which are not
recommended by AMT DATASOUTH CORPORATION, could result in the
loss of the user's authority to operate the equipment. To ensure
compliance, the users must use accessories and peripherals approved by
AMT Datasouth Corporation.

Safety

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Note: If shipping damage is discovered, contact your

shipping company immediately to file a claim.

Getting Started

Congratulations on choosing FASTMARK PT1 portable printer, AMT Datasouth Corporation, a
leader in the barcode industry. FASTMARK PT1 is ideally designed to bring more efficiency to
your business. This manual will help you get to know your new printer and provide you with the
required information.

Unpacking Printer

After receiving your printer, please check for any shipping damage.
Inspect the outside of both the box and the printer for possible damage.

1. Open the top cover of the printer to check that the media compartment is in order.

2. Check whether you have received the following accessories together with the printer.
If there are any items missing, please contact your local dealer.

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Package Contents:

1. Printer

2. Power Supply

3. Battery

4. Belt Strap & Screw

5. Sample Media

6. Media Shield

7. CD-ROM

8. Print head Cleaning Pen

9. Quick Installation Guide

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Printer Overview

Media Cover

Platen Roller

Media Shield

Latch Release Button

Communication LED

IrDA Window

Power Button

Feed Button

Power LED

Battery LED

Media LED

USB/RS232 Port

Power Input Jack

Print Head

Media Sensor

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Battery Cover

Battery Cover Latch

90°

Battery

Each printer package contains one battery pack. The battery must be installed for the
printer to work, even if the Power Supply is connected. You must fully charge the battery
before using the printer for the first time.

Installing the Battery

1. To release the Battery Cover, rotate the Battery Cover Latch 90° to the right as shown
below:

Note: We recommend using a coin to rotate the latch.

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90°

2. Remove the Battery Cover and install the Battery Pack into the printer:

3. Replace the Battery Cover and rotate the Battery Cover Latch 90° to the left to lock in
place:

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