Brady BP-PR PLUS User Manual

Transfer Printer

BP-PR PLUS series

Quick Operator’s Guide

Edition 7/06

BP-PR PLUS series

Information on the scope of delivery, appearance, performance, dimensions and weight reflect our
knowledge at the time of printing. We reserve the right to make modifications.

All rights, including those regarding the translation, are reserved.

Approval

The transfer printers comply with the following safety guidelines:
CE EC Low-Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC)

EC Machine Directive (98/37/EC)
EC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (89/336/EEC)

FCC Conditions from Part 15 of the FCC Regulations for Class A computing devices.

Operation of this device may cause radio or television interference under unfavorable conditions,
which would need to be remedied by the operator using countermeasures.

W.H. Brady Identification Solutions Division
Lindestraat 21 6555 W. Good Hope Road
Industriepark C3 PO Box 2131
9240 Zele Belgium Milwaukee, WI 53201 U.S.A.
Tel.: [phone] Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
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Notes on the documentation

1 Notes on the documentation

The documentation for the BP-PR PLUS series transfer printers is comprise d of the following parts:

• Operating Instructions

• Configuration Instructions

• Service Instructions

Additional documentation

• Spare parts lists

• Programming manual

2 Safety and the environment

Read these operating instructions carefully before using the transfer printer for the first time. The oper­ating instructions describe all of the functions of the transfer printer during operation. The availab le func­tions depend on the version used for a specific job.

A detailed product description with all the technical data can be found in the “Configuration Instructio ns
for the BP-PR PLUS series“.

2.1 Intended use

• The transfer printer is a state-of-the-art device which complies with the recognized safety-related

rules and regulations. Despite this, a danger to life and limb of the user or third parties could arise
and the transfer printer or other property could be damaged while operating the device.

• The transfer printer may only be used while in proper working order and for the intended purpose.

Users must be safe, aware of potential dange rs and mus t com p ly wi th th e op er a ting inst ru ction s !
Faults, in particular those which affect safety, must be remedied immediately.

• The transfer printer is solely intended to print suitable media which have been approved by the man-

ufacturer. Any other or additional use is not intended. The manufacturer/supplier is not liable for dam­age resulting from misuse. Any misuse is at your own risk.

• Intended use includes heeding the operating instructions, including the maintenance recommenda-

tions/regulations specified by the manufacturer.

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Safety and the environment

2.2 Safety notes

• The transfer printer is designed for power supp ly systems from 100 V AC to 240 V AC. Connect the

transfer printer only to electrical outlets with a ground contact.

• Couple the transfer printer to devices using extra low voltage only.

• Before making or undoing connections, switch off all devices involved (computer, printer, accesso-

ries etc.).

• Operate the transfer printer in a dry environment only and do n ot get it wet (sprayed water, mist etc.).

• If the transfer printer is operated with the cover open, ensure that clothing, hair, jewelry and similar

personal items do not contact the expose d ro ta tin g pa rt s.

• The print mechanism can become hot during printing. Do not touch it during operation and allow it

to cool down before changing the media or before removal or adjustment.

• Carry out only the actions described in these operating instructions. Other tasks may only be per-

formed by trained personnel or service technicians.

DANGER!

Risk of death via mains voltage!
⇒ Do not open the housing of the transfer printer.

2.3 Environmentally-friendly disposal

Used devices contain valuable recyclable materials which should be utilized.
⇒ Dispose of used devices separately from other waste, i.e. via an appropriate collection site.
The modular nature of the transfer printer allows it to easily be disassembled into its componen t parts

so that the parts can be turned in for recycling.
The PCB of the transfer printer has a lithium battery.

⇒ Dispose of this battery in a collection container for old b atteries at the store or with the public waste

disposal authority.

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Installation

3 Installation

3.1 Unpacking the transfer printer

⇒ Lift the transfer printer out of the box via the strap s .
⇒ Check transfer printer for damage which may have occurred during transport.
⇒ Check delivery for completeness.

Scope of delivery

• Transfer printer

• Empty cardboard core, mounted on ribbon take-up hub

• Tear-off plate (basic devices only)

• Dispense plate (peel-off device ver-

sion only)

• Power cable

• Documentation

Retain the original packaging for subsequent transport.

3.2 Setting up the transfer printer

CAUTION!

The device and the print media can be damaged by moisture and water.

⇒ The transfer printer may only be set up in a dry place protected from sprayed water.

⇒ Set up printer on a level surface.

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⇒ Open cover (1) of the transfer printer.
⇒ Remove foam transportation safeguards

near the printhead (2).

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Fig. 1: Removing the transportation safeguards

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3.3 Connecting the transfer printer

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2

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1 Power switch
2 Power connection jack
3 Slot for Cardbus or a Type II PC card
4 Slot for a CompactFlash memory card
5 Ethernet 10/100 Base-T
6 USB port for a keyboard or scanner
7 USB high-speed slave port
8 Serial RS 232 C port

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Fig. 2: Power and computer connec-

tions

3.3.1 Connecting to the power supply

The printer is equipped with a versatile power supply unit. The device may be operated with a mains
voltage of 230 V AC/ 50 Hz or 115 V AC/60 Hz without any adjustments or modifications.

CAUTION!

The device can be damaged by undefined switch-on currents.
⇒ Set the power switch (1) to "O" before plugging in the device.

1. Insert power cable into power connection jack (2).

2. Insert plug of the power cable into a grounded electrical outlet.

3.3.2 Connecting to a computer or computer network

Insufficient or missing grounding can cause faults during operation.
Ensure that all computers and connection cables connected to the transfer printer are grounded.

⇒ Connect transfer printer to computer or network with a suitable cable.
Details on the configuration of the individual interfaces are found in the “Configuration Instructions“.

3.4 Switching the transfer printer on and off

Once all connections have been made:
⇒ Switch printer on via the power switch (1).

The printer runs through a system test and then indicates the system status Ready in the display.

If an error has occurred while the system was starting up, the symbol and the error type are displayed.

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Operating panel

4 Operating panel

4.1 Layout of the operating panel

The operating panel is comprised of the graphical display (1) and the navi­gator pad (2) with five integrated buttons.

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2

Fig. 3: Operating panel

The graphical display informs you of the current status of the printer and
the print job, reports errors and shows the printer settings in the menu.

The button functions are dependent on the current printer status:
Active functions are indicated by the illuminated letters and symbols on the
buttons of the navigator pad.

While printing, active functions illuminate white (e.g. menu or feed)
Active functions are illuminated in orange in the offline menu (arrows, ↵
button)

4.2 Functions of the operating panel during printing

4.2.1 Symbol indicators

The symbol indicators shown in the following table ca n a ppear on the status lin e of th e screen, d epend­ing on the configuration of the printer. They inform you of the cur rent status of the printer at a glance. For
configuration of the status line, see the “Configuration Instructions“.

Symbol Meaning Symbol Meaning

Time Printhead temperature

Date PPP credit

Ribbon supply status User memory

WLAN field strength Input buffer

Ethernet status Printer receiving data

Tab. 1: Indicator symbols during printing

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