Argox A-2240E, A-2240Z, A-2240ZE User Manual [nl]
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A SERIE PRINTERS
A-2240, A-2240E, A-2240Z,
A-2240ZE, A-3140, A-3140Z
A-2240M, A-2240ME
User’s Manual
Ribbon & Media Installation video
Introduction
Proprietary Statement
This manual contains proprietary information of Argox Information Co., Ltd. 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 Argox Information Co., Ltd.
Product Improvements
Continuous improvement of products is a policy of Argox Information Co., Ltd. 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 experience 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 Argox Information
Co., Ltd. could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Liability Disclaimer
Argox Information Co., Ltd. takes steps to assure that the company’s published
engineering specifications and manuals are correct; however, errors do occur.
Argox Information Co., Ltd. reserves the right to correct any such errors and
disclaims any resulting liability. In no event shall Argox Information Co., Ltd. or
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anyone else involved in the creation, production, or delivery of the
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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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 Argox Information Co., Ltd. has been advised of the possibility of
such damages.
CAUTION:
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Safety
INDUSTRY CANADA NOTICE:
This device complies with Industry Canada ICES-003 class A requirements.
Cet equipement est conforme a ICES-003 classe A de la norm Industrielle
Canadian.
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
Please only use adapters with the following electrical characteristics and
are certified by current legislation. Using other adapters may damage the
device and void the warranty also cause risks to the user.
Features Output: 24VDC, 2.4A
The manufacturer declares under sole responsibility that this product
conforms to the following standards or other normative documents:
EMC: EN 2010 Class A
EN 55024:2010
Argox Information Co., Ltd certifies that the following products and/or
components are compliant with the current requirements of the European
Union Restriction on the use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive,
2011/65/EC.
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Table of Contents
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Introduction................................................................................. 2
Proprietary Statement ............................................................. 2
Product Improvements............................................................ 2
FCC Compliance Statement ................................................... 2
Liability Disclaimer.................................................................. 2
Safety ..................................................................................... 3
Getting Started............................................................................ 7
Unpacking............................................................................... 7
Package Contents.............................................................................8
Connecting the Power Supply................................................. 9
Getting to Know Your Printer..................................................... 12
Parts and Features ............................................................... 12
Controls and Indicators......................................................... 14
Loading Ribbon and Media....................................................... 16
Loading a Ribbon.................................................................. 16
Loading Media ...................................................................... 21
Standard Mode................................................................................21
Peel Off Mode..................................................................................26
Cutter Mode.....................................................................................31
Configuration and Configuration ............................................... 39
Performing Calibration and a Configuration Report............... 39
Resetting Printer to Factory Defaults .................................... 41
Sensor Detection .................................................................. 42
Detection Area of the Transmissive Sensor (edge)......................42
Detection Area of the Transmissive Sensor (centre)....................43
Detection Area of the Reflective Sensor .......................................44
Computer Connections............................................................. 45
USB Interface Requirements ................................................ 45
Serial (RS-232) Interface Requirements ............................... 46
Serial Cabling Requirements ................................................ 46
Ethernet 10/100 Internal Printer Server Option ..................... 48
Communicating with the Printer................................................ 50
Installing a Plug and Play printer driver (for USB only).......... 51
Installing the Printer Driver.................................................... 58
Troubleshooting ........................................................................70
LED Diagnosis ......................................................................70
Miscellaneous .......................................................................73
Recovery...............................................................................74
Caring for Your Printer............................................................... 75
Cleaning................................................................................75
Media Sensor ..................................................................................75
Thermal Print Head......................................................................... 75
Replacing Thermal Print Head ..............................................78
Technical Reference .................................................................81
General Specifications .......................................................... 81
Fonts, Bar Codes and Graphics Specification ....................... 84
Printer Programming Language A, PPLA .................................... 84
Printer Programming Language B, PPLB .................................... 85
Printer Programming Language Z, PPLZ.....................................86
Interface Specifications .........................................................87
USB Interface.................................................................................. 87
Serial ................................................................................................88
Ethernet ........................................................................................... 89
Connection with host ...................................................................... 90
Appendix I - Installing the Extension Card.................................92
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Getting Started
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DVD
Power Cord
Congratulations on choosing the Argox Amigo Series
desktop barcode printer. This user’s manual will help you get
to know your new printer. The manual includes a guide to
operating the printer as well as related information on
troubleshooting, maintenance, and technical reference.
Illustrations are provided to help you quickly become familiar
with the printer.
Unpacking
After receiving your printer, please check for possible
shipping damage:
1. Inspect the outside of both the box and the printer for
possible damage.
2. Open the top cover of the printer to see if the media
compartments are in order.
Note: If damage has occurred, contact your shipping
company immediately to file a claim.
Printer
Quick Installation
Guide
Package Contents
Printer
Quick Installation Guide
DVD
Power Supply
Power Cord
USB Cable
0.5” ID Core for Ribbon
Media Holder
Media Holder
USB Cable
Power Supply
0.5” ID Core for Ribbon
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Connecting the Power Supply
Connect the power supply as below.
WARNING: 1. do not operate the printer and power supply in an
area where they might get wet.
1. Make sure the power switch is in the "O" position.
2. Insert the barrel connector of the power supply into the
power jack on the back of the printer.
3. Insert the separate power cord into the power supply.
4. Plug the other end of the cord into an AC electrical outlet.
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Getting to Know Your Printer
The illustrations that follow describe the printer’s parts, features,
controls, and indicators.
Parts and Features
Top Cover
Ready Indicator
Power Indicator
Power Cord
A-2240E/A-2240ME
Feed Button
Power Switch
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Media Hanger
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Release Levers
Controls and Indicators
The printer’s controls and indicators are shown in the diagram
below. The following table explains control and indicator
functions.
Ribbon Pick-up Holder
Ribbon Supply Holder
Thermal Printhead
Top Cover
Ready Indicator
Power Indicator
Feed Button
Power Switch
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Control /
Indicator
Power Switch
Power Indicator
Ready Indicator
Feed Button
Function
On: turns on normal operation
Off: turns off power
Note: Turn power off before connecting or
disconnecting cables
Green light shows printer power on
Light off shows printer power off
Blinking light indicates error has occurred
Green shows printer is ready to operate
Blinking light indicates printer is paused or
receiving data
Seagull driver status monitor
Press to advance the label media to the
first printing position
Press to take the printer out of "pause"
Press and hold while turning on the power
to print out a configuration profile
Loading Ribbon and Media
This section describes how to load ribbon and media in the Amigo
Series printers.
Loading a Ribbon
Note: This section does not apply to direct thermal printing.
1. Lift the top cover to expose the media compartment.
2. Unlatch the print head module by pushing the two purple
release levers on the sides toward the rear.
3. Turn over the print head module to expose the ribbon supply
holder.
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Ribbon Supply Holder
Release Lever
Media Compartment
Print Head Module
4. Unwrap the ribbon roll pack and separate the ribbon roll and
the bare core.
5. Attach the edge of the ribbon on the bare core and wind it a
little bit onto the core.
6. Insert the ribbon roll into the supply holder. (First snap in the
right side and then the left side.)
Ribbon Roll
Bare Core
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7. Turn back the print head module and then insert the bare core
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into the pick-up holder. (First snap in the right side, then the
left side.)
8. Turn the wheel of the print head module to ensure the ribbon is
tightly wound.
9. Press down the print head module on both sides firmly till you
hear a snap.
Wheel
Print Head Module
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Loading Media
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Ribbon Roll
The Amigo Series printers offer three different loading modes:
standard, peel-off, or with a cutter.
Standard mode allows you to collect each label freely.
Peel-off mode peels backing material away from the label
as it prints. After the label is removed, the next label prints.
Cutter mode automatically cuts the label after it prints.
Standard Mode
1. Lift the top cover to expose the media compartment.
2. Remove the media hanger.
3. Load the media roll onto the hanger.
4. Unlatch the print head module.
5. Open the front cover to allow the labels pass through the slot.
Media Compartment
Media Hanger
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6. Lead the labels through the media guides with the other hand.
The media guide can be adjusted centrally to fit with different
label widths.
Media Guides
7. Press the print head module down firmly on both sides until you
hear a snap.
Print Head Module
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8. Close the top cover and turn on the printer or press the feed
button if the printer is already on.
Feed Button
Peel Off Mode
1. Unscrew the two screws behind the front cover.
2. Remove the front cover.
Screw
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3. Plug in the dispenser connecter.
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4. Mount the dispenser module.
Dispenser Connecter
Dispenser Module
5. Secure the two screws behind the front cover.
6. Lead the labels through the media guides and dispenser.
Screws
Media Guides
Dispenser
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7. Press down the print head module firmly until you hear
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a snap.
8. Close the top cover and turn on the printer or press the feed
button if the printer is already on.
Feed Button
9. Press the feed button and the label backing paper will come out
from the slot under dispenser.
Note: The feed button does not make the printer peel.
Peeling occurs only when the software is properly set.
Feed Button
Label
Backing Paper
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