Carl Valentin DPM III XI, DPM III XI IP Operating Manual

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EG Low-Voltage Directive (2006/95/EC)

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Table of contents

Table of contents .............................................................................. 3

1 Introduction ............................................................................ 5

1.1 General Instructions ................................................................ 5

1.2 Intended Use ........................................................................... 5

1.3 Safety Instructions ................................................................... 6

2 Machine Overview ................................................................. 9

2.1 Print Mechanics ....................................................................... 9

2.2 Connector Assignment of Control Unit .................................. 10

2.3 Connector Assignment of Control Unit IP Version ................ 11

2.4 Print Principle ........................................................................ 12

3 Operating Conditions .......................................................... 13

4 Technical Data ..................................................................... 17

4.1 Control Inputs and Outputs (Standard) ................................. 18

4.2 Control Inputs and Outputs (Option) ..................................... 23

5 Installation and Initiation .................................................... 27

5.1 Installation of Print Mechanics at Machines .......................... 28

5.2 Connection of Pneumatic Power Supply ............................... 29

5.3 Adjustment of Pressure Power .............................................. 30

5.4 Connecting the Direct Print Module ....................................... 31

5.5 Before Initial Operation .......................................................... 31

5.6 Print Control ........................................................................... 32

5.7 Initiation ................................................................................. 32

5.8 Loading Transfer Ribbon ....................................................... 33

6 Foil Keyboard ....................................................................... 35

6.1 Keyboard Assignment (Standard) ......................................... 35

6.2 Keyboard Assignment (Text Entry/Customized/Memory Card) 36

7 Function Menu ..................................................................... 39

7.1 Menu Structure ...................................................................... 39

7.2 Print Settings ......................................................................... 41

7.3 Machine Parameters ............................................................. 42

7.4 Layout Settings ...................................................................... 45

7.5 Ribbon Save .......................................................................... 46

7.6 Device Settings ...................................................................... 47

7.7 I/O Parameters ...................................................................... 49

7.8 Network (DPM IIIxi optional only) .......................................... 50

7.9 Interface ................................................................................. 51

7.10 Emulation ............................................................................... 52

7.11 Date & Time ........................................................................... 53

7.12 Service Functions .................................................................. 54

7.13 Main Menu ............................................................................. 56

8 Compact Flash Card............................................................ 57

9 Maintenance and Cleaning ................................................. 63

9.1 General Cleaning................................................................... 63

9.2 Cleaning the Transfer Ribbon Drawing Roller ....................... 64

9.3 Cleaning the Printhead .......................................................... 64

9.4 Replacing the Printhead ........................................................ 65

9.5 Transfer Ribbon Tension ....................................................... 66

9.6 Angle Adjustment .................................................................. 67

9.7 Zero Point Adjustment ........................................................... 68

9.8 Print Quality Optimisation ...................................................... 69

9.9 Cycle Optimisation................................................................. 70

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10 Signal Diagrams .................................................................. 71

10.1 Mode 1 (single item processing) ........................................... 71

10.2 Mode 2 (continuous mode) .................................................... 72

10.3 Mode 4 (continuous mode) .................................................... 73

10.4 Mode 8 (single item processing) ........................................... 74

11 Error Correction ................................................................... 75

12 Additional Information ........................................................ 85

12.1 Column Printing ..................................................................... 85

12.2 Hotstart .................................................................................. 86

12.3 Password ............................................................................... 88

13 Environmentally-Friendly Disposal ................................... 91

14 Index ..................................................................................... 93

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1 Introduction

1.1 General Instructions

Basic information and warning references with the corresponding signal words for the danger level are as follows specified in this manual:

DANGER identifies an extraordinarily great and immediate danger which could lead to serious injury or even death.

WARNING identifies a possible danger would could lead to serious bodily injury or even death if sufficient precautions are not taken.

WARNING of cutting injuries. Pay attention that cutting injuries caused by blades, cutting

devices or sharp-edged parts are avoided.

WARNING of hand injuries. Pay attention that hand injuries caused by closing

mechanical parts of a machine/equipment are avoided.

WARNING of hot surfaces. Pay attention so as not to come into contact with hot

surfaces.

CAUTION indicates a potentially dangerous situation which could lead to moderate or light bodily injury or damage to property.

NOTICE gives you tips. They make a working sequence easier or draw attention to important working processes.

Gives you tips on protecting the environment.



Handling instruction



Optional accessories, special fittings

Datum

Information in the display

1.2 Intended Use

The direct print module 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 direct print module or other property could be damaged while operating the device.

The direct print module may only be used while in proper working order and for the intended purpose. Users must be safe, aware of potential dangers and must comply with the operating instructions. Faults, in particular those which affect safety, must be remedied immediately.

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The direct print module is solely intended to print suitable media which have been approved by the manufacturer. 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 used includes heeding the operating manual, including the maintenance recommendations/regulations specified by the manufacturer.

NOTICE!

The complete documentation is included in the scope of delivery on CD ROM and can also currently be found in the internet.

1.3 Safety Instructions

The direct print module is designed for power supply systems of 230 V. Connect the direct print module only to electrical outlets with a ground contact.

NOTICE! When changing the mains voltage the fuse value is to adapt

accordingly (see Technical Data).

Couple the direct print module to devices using extra low voltage only. Before making or undoing connections, switch off all devices involved

(computer, printer, accessories etc.). Operate the direct print module in a dry environment only and do not

get it wet (sprayed water, mist etc.). Do not operate the direct print module in explosive atmosphere and

not in proximity of high voltage power lines. Operate the direct print module only in an environment protected

against abrasive dust, swarf and other similar impurity. In case of cleaning and maintenance with an open cover, ensure that

clothing, hair, jewellery and similar personal items do not contact the exposed rotating parts.

NOTICE! With the open printing unit (due to construction) the requirements

of EN60950-1 regarding fire protection casing are not fulfilled. These must be ensured by the installation into the end device.

The print unit can get hot during printing. Do not touch the printhead during operation. Cool down the print unit before changing material, removal or adjustment.

Carry out only the actions described in these operating instructions. Any work beyond this may only be performed by the manufacturer or upon agreement with the manufacturer.

Unauthorized interference with electronic modules or their software can cause malfunctions.

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Other unauthorized work or modifications to the direct print module can endanger operational safety.

Always have service work done in a qualified workshop, where the personnel have the technical knowledge and tools required to do the necessary work.

There are warning stickers on the direct print modules that draw your attention to dangers. Therefore the warning stickers are not to be removed as then you and others cannot be aware of dangers and may be injured.

The direct printing unit must be integrated with the Emergency Stop circuit when it is incorporated into the overall machine.

All isolating safety equipment must be installed before starting-up the machine.

DANGER!

Danger to life and limb from power supply!

 Do not open the casing.

CAUTION!

Two-pole fuse.

 Before opening the housing cover, disconnect the

device from the mains supply and wait approx. 2 - 3 minutes until the power supply unit has discharged.

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The direct print module is equipped with 8 vector, 6 bitmap and 6 proportional fonts. It is possible to print inverse, in italic format or 90 degrees turned fonts.

The handling of our durable print module is easy and comfortable. The settings are made with the keys of the foil keyboard. At each time the two-line display shows the current status.

An enormously high print quality is obtained by most modern printhead technology.

Time-saving update of the design software is possible by interface. As default, the print module is equipped with a parallel, serial and

USB interface. Additionally the IP version is by default equipped with Ethernet interface. The device automatically recognizes by which interface it is controlled.

Thanks to the large number of options the print module can be adapted to each task.

2.1 Print Mechanics

Figure 1

1 =

Zero point adjustment

2 =

Printing carriage

3 =

End position control

4 =

Ribbon rewinding unit

5 =

Printhead

6 =

Ribbon unwinding unit

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2.2 Connector Assignment of Control Unit

Figure 2

1 =

External output 1-4 (Output I)

2 =

External input 1-4 (Input I)

3 =

External output 5-8 (Output II)

4 =

Standard

Option

SUB-D plug 15-pin External bushing I/O-24 see chapter 4.1

SUB-D plug 9-pin External input 5-8 see chapter 4.1

5 =

Centronics interface

6 =

RS-232 interface

7 =

Ethernet interface (option)

8 =

Connecting cable power

9 =

Connecting cable motor

10 =

Connecting cable signal

11 =

Connecting cable sensors

12 =

Power supply

13 =

PS/2 keyboard connection

14 =

USB interface

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Figure 3

1 =

External output 1-4 (Output I)

2 =

External input 1-4 (Input I)

3 =

External output 5-8 (Output II)

4 =

External bushing I/O-24

5 =

RS-232 interface

6 =

Ethernet interface

7 =

Centronics interface

8 =

USB interface

9 =

Connecting cable sensors

10 =

Connecting cable power

11 =

Connecting cable signal

12 =

Connecting cable motor

13 =

Power switch

14 =

Electric supply

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2.4 Print Principle

Figure 4

After starting a print order the printhead moves against the print medium. Afterwards the printing carriage moves corresponding to the set or transferred layout length linear over the material which is to be printed. After the print procedure the printhead again lifts up and the printing carriage moves again to the starting position.

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3 Operating Conditions

Before initial operation and during operation these operating

conditions have to be observed to guarantee save and interferencefree service of our direct print modules.

Therefore please carefully read these operating conditions. Shipment and storage of our direct print modules are only allowed in

original packing. Installation and initial operation of direct print modules is only allowed

if operating conditions were fulfilled. Commissioning is prohibited until it can be established that, where

relevant, the machine into which the partly completed machinery is to be incorporated complies with the provisions of Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC.

Initial operation, programming, operation, cleaning and service of our direct print modules are only recommended after careful study of our manuals.

Operation of direct print modules is only allowed by especially trained persons.

NOTICE!

Perform trainings regularly. Content of the training are chapter Operating Conditions, Loading Transfer Ribbon and chapter Maintenance and Cleaning.

These indications are also valid for someone else's equipment supplied by us.

Only use original spare and exchange parts. Please contact the manufacturer with respect to spare/wear parts.

The installation place of direct print module should be even, free of vibration and currents of air are to be avoided.

The direct print modules have to be installed to ensure optimal operation and servicing.

The installation of the power supply to connect our direct print modules has to be effected according to the international rules and regulations, especially the recommendations of one of the three following commissions:

 International Electronic Commission (IEC)  European Committee for Electro technical Standardisation

(CENELEC)

 Verband Deutscher Elektrotechniker (VDE)

Our direct print modules are constructed according to VDE and have to be connected to a grounded conductor. The power supply has to be equipped with a grounded conductor to eliminate internal interfering voltage.

Conditions for installation place

Installation of power supply

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Power line voltage and power line frequency: See type plate Allowable tolerance of power line voltage:

+6% …−10% of nominal value Allowable tolerance of power line frequency:

+2% …−2% of nominal value Allowable distortion factor of power line voltage: <=5%

In case your net is infected (e.g. by using thyristor controlled machines) anti-interference measures have to be taken. It is possible to use one of the following possibilities:

 Provide separate power supply to our direct print modules.  In case of problems please connect capacity-decoupled isolation

transformer or similar interference suppressor in front of our direct

print modules.

Emitted interference according to EN 55022

 Interference voltage to wires according to EN 55022:2011-04  Interference field power according to EN 55022:2011-04  System perturbation according to EN 61000-3-2:2010-03  Flicker according to EN 61000-3-3:2014-03

Immunity according to EN 61000-6-2:2011-06

 Stray radiation against discharge of static electricity according to

EN 61000-4-2:2009-12

 Electromagnetic fields according to EN 61000-4-3:2011-04  Fast transient burst according to EN 61000-4-4:2013-04  Surge according to EN 61000-4-5:2007-06  High-frequency tension according to EN 61000-4-6:2009-12  Voltage interruption and voltage drop according to EN 61000-4-

11:2005-02

NOTICE!

This is a machine of type A. This machine can cause interferences in residential areas; in this case it can be required from operator to accomplish appropriate measures and be responsible for it.

 EN 60950-1: 2006 - Safety of pachaging machines  EN 60204-1: 2006 - Safety of machinery - Electrical equipment of

machines - Part 1

Technical data of power supply

Anti-interference measures

Stray radiation and immunity from disturbance

Machine safety

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All connecting lines have to be guided in shielded lines. Shielding has to be connected on both sides to the corner shell.

It is not allowed to guide lines parallel to power lines. If a parallel guiding cannot be avoided a distance of at least 0.5 m has to be observed.

Temperature of lines between: −15 …+80 °C. It is only allowed to connect devices which fulfil the request 'Safety

Extra Low Voltage' (SELV). These are generally devices which are checked corresponding to EN 60950.

The data cables must be completely protected and provide with metal or metallised connector housings. Shielded cables and connectors are necessary, in order to avoid radiant emittance and receipt of electrical disturbances.

Allowable lines

Shielded line:

4 x 2 x 0,14 mm² ( 4 x 2 x AWG 26) 6 x 2 x 0,14 mm² ( 6 x 2 x AWG 26) 12 x 2 x 0,14 mm² (12 x 2 x AWG 26)

Sending and receiving lines have to be twisted in pairs.

Maximum cable length:

interface V 24 (RS-232C) - 3 m (with shielding) USB - 3 m Ethernet - 100 m

To avoid inadmissible heating, free air convection has to be ensured.

DPM IIIxi: Protection according IP 20 DPM III xi IP: Protection according IP 65 Ambient temperature °C (operation): Min. +5 Max. +40 Ambient temperature °C (transport, storage): Min. −25 Max. +60 Relative air humidity % (operation): Max. 80 Relative air humidity % (transport, storage): Max. 80

(bedewing of direct print modules not allowed)

Connecting lines to external machines

Installation of data lines

Air convection

Limit values

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We do not take any responsibility for damage caused by:

 Ignoring our operating conditions and operating manual.  Incorrect electric installation of environment.  Building alterations of our direct print modules.  Incorrect programming and operation.  Not performed data protection.  Using of not original spare parts and accessories.  Natural wear and tear.

When (re)installing or programming our direct print modules please control the new settings by test running and test printing. Herewith you avoid faulty results, reports and evaluation.

Only specially trained staff is allowed to operate the direct print modules.

Control the correct handling of our products and repeat training. We do not guarantee that all features described in this manual exist in

all models. Caused by our efforts to continue further development and improvement, technical data might change without notice.

By further developments or regulations of the country illustrations and examples shown in the manual can be different from the delivered model.

Please pay attention to the information about admissible print media and the notes to the direct print module maintenance, in order to avoid damages or premature wear.

We endeavoured to write this manual in an understandable form to give and you as much as possible information. If you have any queries or if you discover errors, please inform us to give us the possibility to correct and improve our manual.

Guarantee

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4 Technical Data

DPM III xi53

DPM III xi107

DPM III xi128

Print width

53,3 mm

106,6 mm

128 mm

Print length

60 mm, 140 mm, 240 mm, 340 mm, 447 mm, 570 mm, 630 mm

Resolution

300 dpi

Print speed

50…450 mm/s*

50…400 mm/s*

Back speed

50…500 mm/s*

50…400 mm/s*

Printhead

Corner Type

Built-in fonts

vector fonts: 8 bitmap fonts: 6 proportional fonts: 6 font height: min. 1 mm - max. 99 mm

Bar codes

1D bar codes

CODABAR, Code 128, Code 2/5 interleaved, Code 39, Code 39 extended, Code 93, EAN 13, EAN 8, EAN ADD ON, GS1-128, Identcode, ITF 14, Leitcode, Pharmacode, PZN Code, UPC-A, UPC-E

2D bar codes

CODABLOCK F, DataMatrix, GS1 DataMatrix, MAXICODE, PDF 417, QR Code

Composite bar codes

GS1 DataBar Expanded, GS1 DataBar Limited, GS1 DataBar Omnidirectional, GS1 DataBar Stacked, GS1 DataBar Stacked Omnidirectional, GS1 DataBar Truncated

Interface

Serial: RS-232C (up to 19200 Baud); Parallel: Centronics; USB: 1.1 Ethernet: 10/100 Base-T**

Transfer ribbon Core diameter Length max. Width max. Colour

25,4 mm / 1" 450 m (Ø 85 mm) 55 mm outside/inside

25,4 mm / 1" 450 m (Ø 85 mm) 110 mm outside/inside

25,4 mm / 1" 450 m (Ø 85 mm) 130 mm outside/inside

Module memory Memory card

max. 4 MB Compact Flash Card: 1 GB, 2 GB

Dimensions in mm (width x height x depth)

Print mechanics

(print length + 230) x 170 x 260

(print length + 230) x 170 x 3150

(print length + 230) x x 170 x 335

Control unit

285 x 130 x 350 - connecting cable to mechanics 2,5 m

Weight

Print mechanics Electronics (incl. cable)

(depending on print width) e.g. xi53 x 60 mm = 7,3 kg / xi128 x 630 mm = 23 kg 10,5 kg

Connection values

Pneumatic connection Air consumption typical* * hub 1,5 mm 150 cycle/minute

6 bar operating pressure

Nominal voltage Nominal current

Safety values

min. 6 bar dry and free of oil DPM IIIxi 53: 150 ml/min – DPM IIIxi 107+128: 300 ml/min

standard: 230 V / 50-60 Hz option: 115 V / 50-60 Hz 230 V / 1,5 A − 115 V / 3 A 230 V / 3,15 AT − 115 V / 6,3 A

Operation data

Ingress Protection Rating Temperature Relative humidity

IP 65 (IP version only) 5-40 °C max. 80% (non-condensing)

Technical modifications are subject to change.

depending on installation position

for DPM IIIxi optional only

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4.1 Control Inputs and Outputs (Standard)

Figure 5

A = External output 1-4 (Output I) B = External input 1-4 (Input I) C = External output 5-8 (Output II) D = External bushing 15pin (I/O-24)

By means of the signal outputs different operating states of the print module can be queried.

The signal outputs are provided by two 9-pin SUB-D-bushings (OUTPUT I and OUTPUT II) on the back side of the control unit.

They consist of optocoupler semiconductor sections, which are connected through and/or blocked according to different operating states.

The maximum allowable current in a semiconductor section is lmax = 30 mA.

Output I Figure 5, A

Figure 6

PIN (bushing)

Output I

Out 1: Error message Each error status such as ribbon

error is displayed.

Out 2: Print order The print module was activated by a

print order.

Out 3: Generation The print module is filled with current

layout data.

Out 4: Layout print The content of print memory is

transferred on the printable medium by means of the printhead.

Plug connection - back side of control unit

Control outputs

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Connection of a lamp to a 24V relay by Out 1:

Figure 7

Output II Figure 5, C

Figure 8

PIN (bushing)

Output II

Out 5: Print-Ready signal It is indicated if the print module is

ready to process a start impulse. In contrary to the print order signal, the generating time is taken into consideration.

Out 6: Printhead up The printhead has reached the upper

rest position (e.g. return to zero point).

Out 7: Return to start After termination of print procedure

the flexible part of the print module is moved back to the start position. After the start position was reached a new start can be released.

Out 8: Prior warning of transfer ribbon end

Example

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By means of the control inputs it is possible to control printing. The control inputs at Input I are galvanic separated and have to be provided with an external tension source. The signal level is active "HIGH".

Input I Figure 5, B

Figure 9

PIN (pin)

Input I

In 1: Print start

In 2: Not used

In 3: Reset external counter

In 4: Not used

Connection of a switch with 24V voltage supply by In 1:

Figure 10

Control inputs

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External bushing I/O-24 Figure 5, D

This input is executed as 15-pole and provides usersided 24V/100mA. In case of using this bushing, exists no galvanic

separation.

Figure 11

Function

1, 6

Gnd

5, 10

24 V / 100 mA

Print start (NPN initiator)

Print start (PNP initiator)

Print start by potential-free contact

Signal lamp 24 V / 100 mA (error)

13 PIN 1

white

PIN 2

brown

PIN 3

green

PIN 4

yellow

PIN 5

grey

PIN 6

pink

PIN 7

blue

PIN 8

red

PIN 9

black

PIN 10

purple

PIN 11

grey-pink

PIN 12

red-blue

PIN 13

white-green

PIN 14

brown-green

PIN 15

free

Pin assignment

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Example 1

Example 2

Example 3

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Figure 12

A = External output 1-4 (Output I) B = External input 1-4 (Input I) C = External output 5-8 (Output II) D = External input 5-8 (Input II)

By means of the signal outputs different operating states of the print module can be queried.

The signal outputs are provided by two 9-pin SUB-D-bushings (OUTPUT I and OUTPUT II) on the back side of the control unit.

They consist of optocoupler semiconductor sections, which are connected through and/or blocked according to different operating states.

The maximum allowable current in a semiconductor section is lmax = 30 mA.

Output I Figure 12, A

Figure 13

PIN (bushing)

Output I

Out 1: Error message Each error status such as ribbon

error is displayed.

Out 2: Print order The print module was activated by

a print order.

Out 3: Generation The print module is filled with

current layout data.

Out 4: Layout print The content of print memory is

transferred on the printable medium by means of the printhead.

Plug connection - back side of control unit

Control outputs

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Connection of a lamp to a 24V relay by Out 1:

Figure 14

Output II Figure 12, C

Figure 15

PIN (bushing)

Output II

Out 5: Print-Ready signal It is indicated if the print module is

ready to process a start impulse. In contrary to the print order signal, the generating time is taken into consideration.

Out 6: Printhead up The printhead has reached the upper

rest position (e.g. return to zero point).

Out 7: Return to start After termination of print procedure

the flexible part of the print module is moved back to the start position. After the start position was reached a new start can be released.

Out 8: Prior warning of transfer ribbon end

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By means of the control inputs it is possible to control printing. The control inputs at Input I are electroplated separated and have to be provided with an external tension source. The signal level is active "HIGH".

Input I Figure 12, B

Figure 16

PIN (pin)

Input I

In 1: Print start

In 2: Not used

In 3: Reset external counter

In 4: Not used

Connection of a switch with 24V voltage supply by In 1:

Figure 17

Control inputs

Example

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Input II Figure 12, D

Figure 18

PIN (pin)

Input II

In 5: Not used

In 6: Not used

In 7: Not used

In 8: Not used

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5 Installation and Initiation

 Lift the direct print module out of the box.  Check the direct print module for transport damages.  Check delivery for completeness.

 Print mechanics.  Control unit.  Power cable.  Connection cable (printhead/motors, sensors, power).  Mini controller.  Manometer.  Pneumatic tube.  Push-on connector.  I/O accessories (female connectors for I/O, I/O 24 cable).  1 transfer ribbon roll.  Empty core, mounted on transfer ribbon rewinder.  Cleaning foil for printhead.  Documentation.  CD with printer drivers.

NOTICE!

Retain original packaging for subsequent transport.

Unpack the direct print module

Scope of delivery

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5.1 Installation of Print Mechanics at Machines

NOTICE!

With the open printing unit (due to construction) the requirements of EN60950-1 regarding fire protection casing are not fulfilled. These must be ensured by the installation into the end device.

On the side parts of the print mechanics there are two M6 threads on the upper side and the back side to be used for fasten the print mechanics.

Please observe the following conditions:

 The maximum thread engagement of the M6 threads is 14 mm.  The print mechanics has to be installed with a distance from

printhead to brake stator of 1…2,5 mm (see illustration).

NOTICE! A distance of 2 mm is recommended.

 The best print results can be received if the silicon of printing roll

consists of a hardness of 60…65° Shore A (average value of

roughness Ra 3.2 µm).

 The print surface has to be installed parallel to the linear

movement of print unit and the focal line of printhead.

Discrepancies to the focal line and cavities in the print surface of

0.2 mm can lead to an inferior print quality at these positions.

Figure 19

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5.2 Connection of Pneumatic Power Supply

The pneumatic power supply for the printhead mechanics has to be made available a minimum continuous pressure of 4…6 bars in front of the pressure regulator. The maximum pressure in front of the pressure regulator is 7 bars and 4 bars after the pressure regulator.

NOTICE!

A pneumatic power supply of 4 bars is recommended.

The compressed-air has to be dry and oil free. The supplied pressure regulator with manometer is to connect with a

pneumatic tube Ø 8 mm via a plugging bolting to the pneumatic power supply. It is necessary to make a connection between the pressure regulator and the print mechanics via a pneumatic tube Ø 8 mm.

Please observe the following notes:

 Position pressure regulator as near as possible to the print

mechanics.

 The pressure regulator is only to operate in the direction that is

indicated on its underside. The direction shows the way of the

streaming air.

 It is not allowed to bend the pneumatic tubes.  Shortening of the pneumatic tubes has to be made with a clean

right-angled cut without squashing the tube. If necessary use

special tools (available in pneumatic requirements).

 Please observe a possible short length of the 8 mm pneumatic

tubes.

Druckmechanik

Druckluftversorgung

Pneumatikschlauch

min. 4 bar, max. 7 bar

Druckregler mit Manometer

Print mechanics

Pneumatic power supply

Pneumatic tube 8x1

Pressure regulator with manometer

Figure 20

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5.3 Adjustment of Pressure Power

Pressure power in dependence

of air pressure i53

(one pressure cylinder)

2 3 4 5

Air press ure in bar

Pressure in kg

Lift 1 mm Lift 2 mm Lift 3 mm

Pressure power in dependence

of air pressure i107

(two pressure cylinder)

2 3 4 5

Air press ure in bar

Pressure in kg

Lift 1 mm Lift 2 mm Lift 3 mm

Pressure power in dependence

of air pressure i128

(two pressure cylinders)

2 3 4 5

Air press ure in bar

Pressure in kg

Lift 1 mm Lift 2 mm Lift 3 mm

The pressure power of the printhead can be set with the pressure regulator. The values are indicated in the following table:

NOTICE!

If the pressure power is set too low then the printhead has no more contact to the counter-pressure plate. This damages the printhead due to the missing heat dissipation during the printout. In case of too low pressure an error message appears. This error message is to protect the printhead for overheating only and is not to use as print quality control (the control suffers with too low pressure, too).

The lift indicates the distance between printhead and brake stator in 'print less' status.

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Recommended pressure power:

30 N

40 N

40 N Max. pressure power:

36 N

48 N

As the mechanical wear and tear of the printhead increases with the pressure power, the pressure power should be as low as possible.

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5.4 Connecting the Direct Print Module

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

CAUTION!

The direct print module can be damaged by undefined switch-on currents.

 Set de power switch to '0' before plugging in the direct

print module.

 Insert power cable into power connection socket.  Insert plug of power cable into a grounded electrical outlet.

NOTICE!

Insufficient or missing grounding can cause faults during operation.

Ensure that all computers and connection cables connected to the direct print module are grounded.

 Connect direct print module to computer or network with a

suitable cable.

5.5 Before Initial Operation

 Mount print mechanics.  Connect all cables between print mechanics and control unit.  Protect cables against unintentional unscrewing.  Connect compressed air line.  Connect control unit and PC by printer interface.  Connect control unit and packaging machine by inputs and

outputs.

 Connect power cable of control unit.

Connecting to the power supply

Connecting to a computer or to a computer network

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5.6 Print Control

Because of the fact that the print module is always in control mode it is only possible to transmit and not to start print orders by the available interfaces (serial, parallel, USB or Ethernet). The print is started by a start signal to the 'print start-control input'. It is necessary for the control unit to recognise the moment of setting the start signal and therefore it is possible and also necessary to observe the print status by the outputs.

5.7 Initiation

Once all connections have been made:

 Switch control unit on with the power switch.

After switching on the device the main menu appears which shows the model type, current date and time.

 Insert transfer ribbon (see chapter 5.8, on page 33).

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5.8 Loading Transfer Ribbon

NOTICE! As for the electrostatic unloading the thin coating of the thermal

printhead or other electronic parts can be damaged, the transfer ribbon should be antistatic.

The use of wrong materials can lead to printer malfunctions and the guarantee can expire.

Figure 21

NOTICE! Before loading a new transfer ribbon roll, we recommend to

clean the printhead with printhead and roll cleaner (97.20.002). For detailed information, please see page 64.

The handling instructions for the use of Isopropanol (IPA) must be observed. In the case of skin or eye contact, immediately wash off the fluid thoroughly with running water. If the irritation persists, consult a doctor. Ensure good ventilation.

 Load a new transfer ribbon roll (1) onto the unwinding unit (2) and

push it until it stops.

NOTICE! The colour of the transfer ribbon must be on the outside.

 Load an empty rewinding roll (3) onto the rewinding unit (4) until it

stops.

 Load the transfer ribbon according to the illustration.  Depending on the transfer ribbon, the 'alternative' ribbon guiding

can improve the print quality.

 Stick the transfer ribbon with an adhesive tape to the empty roll

and tighten the transfer ribbon with some turns of the roll.

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6 Foil Keyboard

6.1 Keyboard Assignment (Standard)

Key

Function

Back to the main menu. Start a test print. Delete a stopped print order.

Change to the function menu. In function menu: one menu item back.

Change to the quantity (number of pieces) menu. Press keys and to select the number of layouts

that should be printed.

Change to the menu of the CF card.

In main menu: feed of one layout. In function menu: skip to the next menu item. In dispensing mode: release of start signal.

Confirm settings and modifications. Stop and continue current print orders.

Delete a stopped print order with key . No further layout of the print order is printed.

Return to the previous input field. Press keys and to change the values.

Skip to the next input field. Press keys and to change the values.

In function menu: increase figure at the cursor position. In main menu: upwards movement of printhead.

In function menu: decrease figure at the cursor position. In main menu: downwards movement of printhead.

Delete the complete input.

Confirm settings in the function menu. After confirmation of settings, return to the main menu.

Not yet in use.

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6.2 Keyboard Assignment (Text Entry/Customized/Memory Card)

The control unit of the print module is equipped with an alphanumeric character block which allows the user to enter parameters and customised variables without the connection of an external keyboard. Each key contains letters and similar to the use of a mobile phone (like sms) a direct and time-saving input is possible.

The mode is displayed in the first line at the right position so the user can control in which input mode is selected.

As the input is almost done with characters from one mode, the characters are divided in different groups. Following input modes are available:

Symbol

Mode

Standard, starting with figures

Starting with capital letters

Starting with small letters

Input Alt

Input Alt, is switched off after one character

Mode 0

This mode is displayed as default. At first the figure which corresponds to the key is displayed, then all capital and afterwards the small letters.

Mode M At first all capital, then the small letters and at last the corresponding figure.

Mode m At first all small letters, then the figure and at last the capital letters.

Mode A This mode can be used for the creation of special characters. The desired character can be displayed by the assigned number by entering the ANSI code. Please note that the ANSI code has to consist of three digits, i.e. you have possible to enter a zero first.

Mode a Same as mode A. After input of the selected ANSI code the machine, however, changes back to the previously selected input mode.

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Key

Function

Back to the main menu. Start a test print. Delete a stopped print order.

Not yet in use.

Delete the character at the cursor position. If the cursor is between the last character then the last

character is deleted. The characters are deleted only if they were entered via

the character block.

Select the entry mode.

Confirm the entry and change to the main menu.

Confirm and/or finish the entry.

Cursor moves one position to the left.

Cursor moves one position to the right.

Customized variables (user guiding): Change between the individual entries.

Delete the complete input. The input is deleted only if before entered by using the number block.

Confirm the settings in the function menu. After confirmation of the settings, return to the main

menu.

Not yet in use.

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7.1 Menu Structure

Speed / contrast

Transfer ribbon control

On weak, On strong sensibility, Off

X Offset

Print settings

Layouts / cycle

Ribbon speed

Service position

Brake / delay

Head delay

Backfeed delay

Machine parameters

Operating mode

Back speed

Print offset

Rotate layout

Alignment

Layout settings

Print length

Column printing

Flip layout

Material selection

Ribbon save

Ribbon save mode On/Off

Language (DE/GB/FR/ES/PT/NL/IT/DK/FI/PL)

Keyboard layout (DE/GB/FR/GR/ES/SE/US)

Customized entry

Hotstart

Password protection

Layout confirmation

Standard layout On/Off

Device settings

Field handling

Off, graphic received, delete graphic

Codpage

External parameters

Buzzer / display

Ready while printing

I/O parameters

IO protocol

Save signal

Debounce

Start signal delay

IN signal level

OUT signal level

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Network (optional)

IP address

Net mask

Standard gateway

Speed / Duplex

DHCP

Printer name

Remote console

Port

Interval

Data memory

COM1 / Baud / Parity / Data bits / Stop Bits

SOH start sign, ETB end sign

Parallel port

Interface

Emulation

Emulation On/Off

Date & Time

Start of summertime (format)

Start of summertime (date)

Start of summertime (time)

End of summertime (format)

End of summertime (date)

End of summertime (time)

Time shifting

Set date/time

Summertime On/Off

Online / Offline

Ribbon prior warning/diameter

Service functions

Input / Output

START / END / TR / P / H

Paper counter

Heater resistance

Printhead temperature

Motor Ramp

Print examples

Format

Free memory

CompactFlash card

Load file

Save layout

Change directory

Delete file

Save configuration

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7.2 Print Settings

Press key to access the function menu. Press key to select the menu.

Speed:

Indication of speed in mm/s (see Technical Data, on page 17).

Contrast: Indication of contrast in %. Value range: 10%…200 %. Step size: 10%.

Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

Ribbon control:

Examination if the transfer ribbon roll is to end or if the ribbon was torn at the unwinding roll. Off: The ribbon control is deselected, i.e. the direct print module continues without an error message. On: The ribbon control is selected, i.e. the current print order is interrupted and an Error Message appears at the display. strong sensibility: The direct print module reacts immediately to the end of the transfer ribbon. weak sensibility: The direct print module reacts at approx. 1/3 more slowly to the end of the transfer ribbon.

Press key to arrive at the next menu item. X displacement:

Indication of displacement in X direction. The fields on the layout are moved. Value range: −90.0…+90.0.

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7.3 Machine Parameters

Press key to access the function menu. Press key as long as you arrive at the 'Machine Parameters'

menu. Press key to select the menu.

Mode:

Selection of operating mode.

Mode 1 = Single item processing:

A print order with a defined number of pieces is transferred. After the generating process the target number and the actual number of pieces is shown in the display. A cycle is started via signal input 1 or

with key . With each cycle the actual number of pieces is increased by the number of printed layouts. In case the target number of pieces is reached the print order is finished and the display shows again the main menu.

Mode 2 = Continuous mode: A print order is transferred. After the generating process the number of printed layouts is shown in the display. A cycle is started via signal

input 1 or with key . With each cycle the number of printed layouts is increased. The print order is active as long as it is terminated by the user or in case of new data transmission.

Mode 3:

Actually not used. Mode 4 = Continuous mode, return without 'layout print' signal:

This operating mode corresponds to mode 2. At the return of the print unit to the zero point of machine, however, the signal output 4 'layout print' is not active.

Mode 5:

Actually not used.

Mode 6 = Test mode:

This operating mode corresponds to mode 2. After the return of the print unit to the zero point of the machine, however, internally a further cycle is started (endurance test).

Mode 7 = Direct start:

A print order is transferred. After termination of generating process the print order is executed without an external signal.

Mode 8 = Single item processing, return without 'layout print' signal:

This operating mode corresponds to mode 4 but not continuous.

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Press key to arrive at the next menu item. Back-Speed:

Indication of back speed of the print mechanics after print end in mm/s. Each cycle of the machine consists of printing and return to the zero point of machine. It is possible to set the print speed and back speed separately. The setting range for the back speed is between 50 and 500 mm/s. Because of this value you can select for low machine clock cycles an operating method which saves the material and increases in this way the life of the printhead. Because of the mass moment of inertia it could be better to reduce the speed at an installation position of the print unit at >30° horizontal. Value range: 50…500 mm/s.

Press key to arrive at the next menu item. Print offset:

Indication of distance of the layout (res. the first layout in case more layouts per cycles are to be printed) to the zero point of machine. Value range: 0…93 mm Default: 0 mm

Press key to arrive at the next menu item. Layouts/cycle:

Indication of the number of printed layouts per print start (cycle). Value range: 1…25.

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Press key to arrive at the next menu item. Ribbon speed:

Indication of ribbon speed in %. In this mode it is possible to set the ribbon speed relative to the print speed. Because of a less speed of the ribbon you can reduce the consumption of ribbon. Reducing the ribbon speed can lead to an inferior print quality. The setting range of the ribbon speed is between 50% and 100%.

The example shows the consumption of transfer ribbon in dependence of the ribbon speed.

Service position: Indication of position in 1/10 mm steps in which the print unit can be

moved in times of service. In the main menu click key to move the print unit in service position. Press key to move the print unit again

to zero point of machine. Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

Brake: In case the DPM III is installed in vertical position, the option brake should be available and set to On. Is the DPM III installed in horizontal or in variable position the option brake (if available) should be set to Off to avoid deceleration during printing.

Delay:

Indication of delay in 1/100 seconds. By means of this parameter it is possible to delay the closure of brake. If during the delay time no start impulse for printing a new cycle is effected, then the brake is closed. If the delay time is set to 0, the brake is closed immediate after return to zero point of machine.

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Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

Head delay:

With the 'head delay' parameter, the time between moving down and start of movement of printing carriage can be set. If fields are directly at the beginning of layout, the printhead is moved down before the printing carriage starts to move. The necessary time for moving down depends on the lift of printhead. Default: 30 ms.

Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

Backfeed delay:

Setting of time between end of print cycle and beginning of return of the printing carriage to the zero point. Default: 50 ms.

7.4 Layout Settings

Press key to access the function menu.

Press key as long as you arrive at the 'Layout settings' menu. Press key to select the menu.

Print length:

Indication of way which the print mechanics has to move. The print length depends on the length of the print mechanics.

Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

Column printing:

Indication of width of one layout as well as how many layouts are placed side by side (see chapter 12.1 Column Printing, on page 85).

Taste to arrive at the next menu item.

Material selection:

Selection of the used print media. Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

Flip layout: The axis of reflection is in the middle of the layout. If the layout width was not transferred to the module, automatically the default layout width i.e. the width of the printhead is used. Because of this reason you have to note that the layout should have the same width as the printhead as otherwise this could lead to problems in positioning.

Press key to arrive at the next menu item. Rotate layout:

As default the layout is printed with 0° head forward. In case of an activated function, the layout is rotated by 180° and it is printed in reading direction.

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Press key to arrive at the next menu item. Alignment:

The adjustment of layout is effected only after 'flip/rotate label', i.e. the adjustment is independent of the functions flip and rotate layout.

Left: The layout is aligned at the left-most position of printhead. Centre: The layout is aligned at central point of printhead. Right: The layout is aligned at right-most position of printhead.

7.5 Ribbon Save

Ribbon save = maximum utilisation of transfer ribbon

Press key to access the function menu. Press key as long as you arrive at the 'Ribbon save' menu. Press key to select the menu.

Press key so switch the ribbon save function On or Off.

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7.6 Device Settings

Press key to access the function menu. Press key as long as you arrive at the 'Device Settings' menu. Press key to select the menu.

Field handling: Off: The complete print memory is deleted. Keep graphic: A graphic res. a TrueType font is transferred to the

direct print module once and stored in the direct print module internal memory. For the following print order only the modified data is transferred to the direct print module. The advantage is the saving of transmitting time for the graphic data. The graphic data created by the direct print module itself (internal fonts, bar codes, ...) is generated only if they were changed. The generating time is saved. Delete graphic: The graphics res. TrueType fonts stored in the internal memory is deleted but the other fields are kept.

Press key to arrive at the next menu item. Codepage:

Indication of the font used in the direct print module. The following possibilities are available: ANSI character set / Codepage 437 / Codepage 850 / GEM German / GEM English / GEM French / GEM Swedish / GEM Danish.

Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

External parameters: Layout dimension only: The parameters for layout length, gap

length and layout width can be transferred to the printing system. All other parameter settings are to be made directly at the printing system. On: Sending parameters such as print speed and contrast via our creation software to the printing system. Parameters which are set directly at the printing system before are no longer considered. Off: Only settings made directly at the printing system are considered.

Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

Buzzer:

An acoustic signal is audible when pressing a key. Value range: 1…7.

Off: No signal is audible. Display:

Setting the contrast of display. Value range: 0…7

Press key to arrive at the next menu item. Language:

Selection of language in which you want to display the text in the display. At the moment the following languages are available: German, English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, Italian, Danish, Finnish, Polish

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Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

Keyboard layout:

Selection of region for the desired keyboard layout. The following possibilities are available: Germany, England, France, Greece, Spain, Sweden and US.

Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

Customized entry: On: The question referring the customized variable appears once

before the print start at the display. Auto: The question referring the customized variable appears after every printed layout. Off: No question appears at the display. In this case the stored default value is printed.

Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

Hotstart: On: Continue an interrupted print order after switching on the direct

print module anew. Off: After switching off the direct print module the complete data is lost (see chapter 12.2, on page 86).

Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

Password:

By a password several functions can be blocked, so the user cannot work with them. There are several applications in which the use of password protection makes sense (see chapter 12.2, page 86).

Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

Layout confirmation: On: A new print order is only printed after confirmation at the device.

An already active continuing print order is printed as long as the confirmation is effected at the device.

Off: No query appears at the display of control unit. P/Me (print after measuring):

On: If an error occurred during printing, whose removal can be

recognized by the module (e.g. transfer ribbon end, cassette open), then the module changes after the error correction (e.g. cassette closed again) immediately in the 'ready' mode. Off: After removal and confirmation of error, the module changes into 'stopped' mode.

Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

Standard layout: On: If a print order is started without previous definition of layout, the

standard layout is printed.

Off: If a print order is started without previous definition of layout, an error message appears in the display.

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7.7 I/O Parameters

Press key to access the function menu. Press key as long as you arrive at the 'I/O Parameter' menu. Press key to select the menu.

IN signal level: Indication of signal at which a print order is started.

= active signal level is 'high' (1)

−

= active signal level is 'low' (0)

= not activated signal level

= status can be affected by interface*

The modification of the signal level is only taken into consideration for the operating modes I/O static, I/O dynamic, I/O static continuous and I/O dynamic continuous.

Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

OUT signal level:

Indication of signal level for output signal.

= active signal level is 'high) (1)

−

= active signal level is 'low' (0)

= Zustand kann über Schnittstelle beeinflusst werden*

Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

Debounce:

Indication of debounce time of the dispenser input. The setting range

of the debounce time is between 0 and 100 ms. In case the start signal is not clear then you can debounce the input by means of this menu item.

Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

Start signal delay:

Indication in time per second of the delay for the start signal. Value range: 0.00 to 9.99.

Press key to arrive at the next menu item. IO protocol:

Indication of interface at which the modifications of input signals and output signals (I/O) are sent.

Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

Save signal On: The start signal for the next label can already be released during

printing the current label. The signal is registered from the printer. The printer starts printing the next label immediately after finishing the current one. Therefore time can be saved and performance be increased. Off: The start signal for the next label can only be released if the current label is printed to the end and the printer is again in 'waiting' state (output 'ready' set). If the start signal was released already before, so this is ignored.

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Press key to arrive at the next menu item. Ready while printing:

Indication if the output signal 'print ready' (Out 5, Output II) remains active while printing.

Off: At print start the 'print ready' signal is inactive (default setting). On: At print start the 'print ready' signal remains active.

7.8 Network (DPM IIIxi optional only)

Press key to access the function menu. Press key as long as you arrive at the 'Network' menu.

It is only possible to select this menu item in case a network card is recognised at switching on the printer, otherwise a message appears that the option is not available.

For more information, please see the separate manual.

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7.9 Interface

Press key to access the function menu. Press key as long as you arrive at the 'Interface' menu. Press key to select the menu.

COM1: 0 - serial interface Off. 1 - serial interface On. 2 - serial Interface On, no error message occurs in case of a transmission error. Baud rate: Indication of bits which are transferred per second. Following values are possible: 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200. P = Parity: N - No parity; E - Even; O - Odd Please observe that the settings correspond to those of the direct print module. D = Data bits: Setting of data bits. Value range: 7 or 8 Bits. S = Stop bits: Indication of stop bits between bytes. Value range: 1 or 2 stop bits.

Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

SOH: Start of data transfer block Hex format 01 ETB: End of data transfer block Hex formal 17

Two different start / en signs can be set. The settings are normally SOH = 01 HEX and ETB = 17 HEX. Several host computers cannot process these signs and therefore SOH = 5E HEX and ETB = 5F cannot be set.

Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

Data memory: Standard: After starting a print order the direct print module buffer

receives data as long as it is filled. Advanced: During a current print order data is received and processed. Off: After starting a print order no more data is received.

Press key to arrive at the next menu item. Parallel port:

SPP - Standard Parallel Port ECP - Extended Capabilities Port (enables a fast data transmission but it is only to set at PCs of newer version).

Observe that the settings correspond to those of the PC.

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7.10 Emulation

Press key to access the function menu. Press key as long as you arrive at the 'Emulation' menu. Press key to select the menu.

Protocol: CVPL: Carl Valentin Programming Language ZPL: Zebra® Programming Language

Change between CVPL protocol and ZPL II® protocol. Press key to confirm the selection.

The printer performs a restart and ZPL II® commands are transformed into CVPL commands internally by the printer and then executed by the printer.

Press key in menu protocol to arrive at the next menu item.

Printhead resolution:

At activated ZPL II® emulation the printhead resolution of the emulated printer must be set, e.g. 11.8 Dot/mm (= 300 dpi).

NOTICE!

If the printhead resolution of the Zebra® printer differs from that of the Valentin device, then the size of objects (e.g. texts, graphics) complies not exactly.

Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

Drive mapping:

The access to Zebra® drives B: Memory Card R: RAM Disk (standard drive, if not indicated)

is rerouted to the corresponding Valentin drives A: Memory Card (slot 1) and/or Compact Flash B: Memory Card (slot 2) R: RAM Disk

This can be necessary if the available space on the RAM disk (at present. 512 KByte) is not sufficient or if bitmap fonts are downloaded to the printer and be stored permanently.

NOTICE!

As the printer build-in fonts in Zebra® printers are not available in Valentin devices, this can cause small differences in the text image.

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7.11 Date & Time

Press key to access the function menu. Press key as long as you arrive at the 'Date/Time' menu. Press key to select the menu.

Set date and time: The upper line of display shows the current date, the second line the

current time. Press keys to arrive the next field. Press keys and to increase and/or decrease the figures at the cursor position.

Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

Summertime: On: Direct print module automatically adjust clock for daylight saving

changes. Off: Summertime is not automatically recognized and adjusted.

Press key to arrive at the next menu item. Start of summertime (format):

Select the format in which you want to define beginning summertime. The above example indicates the default setting (European format). DD = day, WW = week, WD = weekday, MM = month, YY = year, next day = only next day is taken into consideration

Press key to arrive at the next menu item. Start of summertime (date):

By means of this function you can enter the date at which summertime has to start. This entry refers to the previously selected format. Example: summertime is automatically adjusted at last Sunday in March (03).

Press key to arrive at the next menu item. Start of summertime (time):

By means of this function you can define the time when you want to start summertime.

Press key to arrive at the next menu item. End of summertime (format):

Select the format in which you want to define end of summertime. The above example indicates the default setting (European format).

Press key to arrive at the next menu item. End of summertime (date):

By means of this function you can define the date when you want to stop summertime. The entry refers to the previously selected format. Example: summertime is automatically adjusted at last Sunday in October (10).

Press key to arrive at the next menu item. End of summertime (time):

By means of this function you can define the time when you want to stop summertime.

Press key to arrive at the next menu item. Time shifting:

By means of this function you can enter time shifting in hours and minutes (for automatically adjustment from summer and wintertime). This entry refers to the currently set direct print module time.

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7.12 Service Functions

NOTICE!

So that the distributor res. the direct print module manufacturer in case of service can offer fast support all necessary information such as selected parameters can be taken directly from the device.

Press key to access the function menu. Press key as long as you arrive at the 'Service Function' menu. Press key to select the menu.

Photocell parameters: Start = Indication of Start photocell (0 or 1) status.

End = Indication of End photocell (0 or 1) status. TR = Indication of transfer ribbon photocell status (0 or 1). P = Pressure:

Indication of value for compressed-air control (0 or 1). H = Head:

Indication of value 0 or 1 for the position of machine cover. 0 - cover open, 1 - cover closed

Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

Paper counter: D: Indication of printhead attainment in meters. G: Indication of direct print module attainment in meters.

Press key to arrive at the next menu item. Heater resistance:

To achieve a high print quality, the indicated Ohm value must be set after an exchange of printhead.

Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

Printhead temperature:

Indication of printhead temperature. The printhead temperature corresponds normally to the room temperature. In case the maximum printhead temperature is exceeded, the current print order is interrupted and an error message appears at the direct print module display.

Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

Motor / Ramp:

The higher the '++' value is set, the slower the feeding motor is accelerated. The smaller the '−−' value is set, the faster the feeding motor is limited. This function is often used for high printing speed as the tearing of transfer ribbon can be prevented.

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Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

Print examples: Settings: Printout of all settings such as speed, and transfer ribbon

material.

Bar codes: Printout of all available bar code types. Fonts: Printout of all available font types.

Press key to arrive at the next menu item. Input/Output:

Indication of signal level which indicates the signal a print order is started. 0 - Low 1 – High

Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

Online/Offline:

This function is activated e.g. if the transfer ribbon is to be changed. It is avoided that a print order is processed although the module is not

ready. If the function is activated then press the key to change between Online and Offline mode. The respective state is indicated in the display. Standard: Off

Online: Data can be received by interface. The keys of the foil keyboard are only active, if you changed in the Offline mode with key

. Offline: The keys of the foil keyboard are still active but received data are not processed. If the module is again in Online mode then new print orders can be again received.

Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

TRB = Transfer ribbon advance warning:

Before the end of transfer ribbon, a signal is send by the control output.

Warning diameter: Setting of transfer ribbon advance warning diameter.

In case you enter a value in mm then a signal appears via control output when reaching this diameter (measured at transfer ribbon roll).

Ribbon advance warning mode: Warning: When reaching the transfer ribbon advance warning

diamter, the corresponding I/O output is set. Reduced print speed: Speed on which the printing speed is to be reduced. Error: The printing system stops when reaching the transfer ribbon advance warning diameter with the message 'too less ribbon'.

Reduced print speed:

Setting of the reduced print speed in mm/s. This can be set in the limits of the normal print speed.

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7.13 Main Menu

After switching on the direct print module the left indicated display shows the following:

The first line of main menu indicates used device type. The second line indicates current date and time.

Press key and the display shows the following:

The second line of display indicates version number of firmware. After a short time the indication of display returns automatically to main menu.

Press again key and the display shows the following:

Indication of software Build version. Press again key and the display shows the following:

Indication of firmware creation date. Press again key and the display shows the following:

Indication of firmware creation time. Press again key and the display shows the following:

Indication of font version of bitmap fonts. Press again key and the display shows the following:

Indication of font version of vector fonts. Press again key and the display shows the following:

The second line of display indicates version numbers of both FPGA (P = printhead; I = I/O).

Press again key and the display shows the following:

Indication of version number of boot software. Press again key and the display shows the following:

Indication of memory size of FLASHs in MB.

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8 Compact Flash Card

This print module series are equipped with a slot for Compact Flash card. By means of this memory card you can permanently save via interface graphics, text, layout data or information from database.

HINWEIS!

In case of a malfunction of your original memory card we recommend a copy of your most important data. Please use a commercial Compact Flash reader for PC.

Insert Compact Flash card with contact side forwards to the slot that was planned for it.

In order to prevent wrong insertion of cards, both sides of Compact Flash cards have different guiding.

A small part of Compact Flash card is visible at the support at the direct print module rear, so you can remove the card easily with hand.

HINWEIS!

Please note that we support only Compact Flash cards of type 1 at the moment. The use of micro drives is not intended at this time.

The direct print module handles your Compact Flash card as a DOS compatible file system.

After formatting Compact Flash card the STANDARD directory is automatically available. After switching on the direct print module or inserting Compact Flash card, this directory is the current one. Main and sub-directories are indicated in <> (e.g. <Directory>).

HINWEIS!

The maximum length of directory is 254 characters. It is not allowed to use the following characters neither in file nor in directory names:

: \ " * / < > ? |

Insertion and removal of Compact Flash card

File and/or directory name

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Press key to indicate the saved layouts onto the Compact Flash card.

Press key to enter the Compact Flash card menu. Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

Press key to return to the previous menu item. Press key to select a menu and to confirm a query.

Press key and to browse the contents of the current directory. Press key and to change to the indicated directory.

NOTICE!

Before first use of Compact Flash card in your direct print module we recommend to format the card in your direct print module.

Keys:

Press key and to select the desired label in STANDARD directory.

Press key to select the layout. Select the number of layouts which you want to print.

Press key to start the print order. After finishing the print order the display shows again the main menu.

NOTICE!

It is NOT possible to change the directory. Enter the menu 'Change dir' to change the directory.

Navigation

Selecting layout

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Keys: ,

Press key to select the 'Load file' menu item.

Select the file you want to load and confirm the selection with key

. The loaded layout is now in the printer internal storage and after the

loading procedure the display shows the main menu. Press key and enter the desired number you want to print.

Confirm the selection with and the print order is started by an external signal (Input 1, PIN 1 and PIN 4).

Keys: , ,

Press key to select the 'Save layout' menu item. Select the directory and/or layout you want to save and confirm the

selection with key .

Confirm the query with and the layout will be saved. After the saving procedure the display shows again the main menu.

Keys: , , ,

Press key to select the 'Save configuration' menu item. As standard, the proposed file name is config.cfg. This name can be

changed by the user. In this file the parameters of print module are saved which are not saved permanent in the internal Flash.

Press key to start the saving procedure. After the saving procedure, the display shows again the main menu.

Loading file from Compact Flash card

Saving layout onto Compact Flash card

Saving the configuration

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Keys: , , , ,

Press key to select the 'Change directory' menu item.

The lower line of display shows the directory which is selected at the moment.

Press key and to change the directory in the upper line. Press key and to show all available directories.

Press key to confirm the selected directory. After changing the directory the display shows again the main menu.

Keys: , , , , ,

Press key to select the 'Delete file' menu item.

Select directory and/or layout you want to delete and confirm the selection with key .

The selected layout is deleted from the Compact Flash card. After the deleting procedure the display shows again the first menu

item 'Load file'.

Changing the directory

Deleting file from Compact Flash card

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NOTICE!

The formatting procedure is recommended before using the Compact Flash card for the first time in the label printer.

Keys: , , , , , ,

Press key to select the 'Format' menu item.

Press key to confirm the selection and the procedure is started.

When formatting the Compact Flash card the STANDARD directory is automatically created.

After the formatting procedure the display shows again the 'Load file' menu item.

Keys: , , , , , , ,

Press key to select the 'Free memory' menu item.

The still available memory space onto Compact Flash card is indicated.

Press key to display again the 'Load file' menu item.

Formatting Compact Flash card

Indication of free memory space

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9 Maintenance and Cleaning

DANGER!

Risk of death by electric shock!

 Disconnect the direct print module from power supply

before performing any maintenance work.

NOTICE! When cleaning the label printer, personal protective equipment

such as safety goggles and gloves are recommended.

Maintenance task

Frequency

General cleaning (see chapter 9.1, page 63).

As necessary.

Cleaning transfer ribbon drawing roller (see section 9.2, page 64).

Each time the transfer ribbon is changed or when the printout is adversely affected.

Cleaning printhead (see chapter 9.3, page 64).

Each time the transfer ribbon is changed or when the printout is adversely affected.

Replacing printhead (see chapter 9.4, page 65).

In case of errors in printout.

NOTICE! The handling instructions for the use of Isopropanol (IPA) must

be observed. In the case of skin or eye contact, immediately wash off the fluid thoroughly with running water. If the irritation persists, consult a doctor. Ensure good ventilation.

9.1 General Cleaning

CAUTION!

Abrasive cleaning agents can damage the direct print module!

 Do not use abrasives or solvents to clean the outer

surface of the direct print module.

 Remove dust and paper fuzz in the printing area with a soft

brush or vacuum cleaner.

 Clean outer surfaces with an all-purpose cleaner.

Maintenance chedule

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9.2 Cleaning the Transfer Ribbon Drawing Roller

A soiled print roll can lead to reduced print quality and can affect transport of material.

1. Remove cover.

2. Remove transfer ribbon from the direct print module.

3. Remove deposits with roller cleaner and a soft cloth.

4. If the roller (A) appears damaged, replace it.

9.3 Cleaning the Printhead

Printing can cause accumulation of dirt at printhead e.g. by colour particles of transfer ribbon, and therefore it is necessary to clean the printhead in regular periods depending on operating hours, environmental effects such as dust etc.

CAUTION!

Printhead can be damaged!

 Do not use sharp or hard objects to clean the

printhead.

 Do not touch protective glass layer of the printhead.

1. Remove transfer ribbon cassette.

2. Clean printhead surface with special cleaning pen or a cotton

swab dipped in pure alcohol.

3. Allow printhead to dry for 2-3 minutes before commissioning the

device.

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9.4 Replacing the Printhead

Figure 22

CAUTION!

The printhead can be damaged by static electricity discharges and impacts!

 Set up direct print module on a grounded,

conductive surface.

 Ground your body, e.g. by wearing a

grounded wristband.

 Do not touch contacts on the plug

connections.

 Do not touch printing line (5) with hard

objects or your hands.

1. Remove transfer ribbon material.

2. Move printhead unit in an appropriate service position.

3. Remove printhead cable (1).

4. Remove screws (2) and afterwards the printhead (3).

1. Do not touch the contacts of printhead.

2. Position the printhead in the printhead support.

3. Screw again screws (2) and tighten it.

4. Connect again printhead cable (1).

5. Insert again the transfer ribbon material (see 5.8. on page 33).

6. Start a test print to check printhead position.

7. Enter the resistance value of the new printhead in the 'Service

Functions' (heater resistance). The value is indicated on the type plate of printhead.

Removing the printhead

Installing the printhead

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9.5 Transfer Ribbon Tension

Figure 23

For a regular print quality it is necessary that the transfer ribbon is to tighten even over its width. With the nuts (1) it is possible to regulate a different transfer ribbon tension by a sideways overturn of the printhead.

CAUTION!

Folding at transfer ribbon!

 Change factory settings only in exceptional cases.

1. By loosen a nut the printhead moves down at the corresponding

side. The transfer ribbon tension is increased.

2. By tightening a nut the printhead moves up at the corresponding

side. The transfer ribbon tension is reduced.

NOTICE!

A strong regulation has result to the pressure power of printhead.

3. Start a print order with approx. 3 layouts to check the correct

unwrinkled ribbon run.

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9.6 Angle Adjustment

Figure 24

The installation angle of the printhead is default 26° to the print surface. However, manufacturing tolerances of printhead and mechanics can require another angle.

CAUTION!

Damage of printhead by unequal use! Higher wastage of ribbon by faster ripping.

 Change factory settings only in exceptional cases.

1. Loosen slightly two Allen head screws (2).

2. Move setscrews (1) to adjust the angle between printhead and

printhead support. Tighten = decrease angle Loosen = increase angle

3. Beide Gewindestifte sind immer gleich weit zu verdrehen.

4. Tighten again the Allen head screws (2).

5. Start a print order with approx. 3 layouts to check the correct

unwrinkled ribbon run.

NOTICE!

The slots serve for position control. Pay attention to a parallel adjustment.

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9.7 Zero Point Adjustment

Figure 25

By means of a slider (1) you have the possibility to change the printer zero point.

In case the slider is at the end of its guiding then the maximum print length is available.

If you change the zero point the way from zero point to the print start is shortened. Moreover you can use the change of zero point to change the printhead position of the foil which is to be printed.

By changing the zero point of printer the print area is more shorten.

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9.8 Print Quality Optimisation

The following table shows some possibilities to improve the print quality. Generally you have to note: the higher the print speed the lower the print quality.

Problem

Possible solution

Regular inferior print quality

 Increase contrast  Increase pressure  Control 'alternative' transfer ribbon guiding  Reduce print speed  Reduce transfer ribbon speed  Reduce distance between printhead and print

surface

 Change combination of transfer ribbon and print

medium

 Control print surface (hardness)  Change printhead angle

Partial inferior print quality (on one side)

 Align surface parallel to printhead  Set regular transfer ribbon tension  Set regular printhead angle

Partial inferior print quality (periodical)

 Sharp surface even  Reinforce surface against bending

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9.9 Cycle Optimisation

Taktzahl = abgeschlossener Druckzyklus pro Zeiteinheit.

Figure 26

In case of 'time critical' applications you have the possibility with a good selection of different device parameters to increase the effective print speed and it this way the clock cycle.

 Generally increase the print speed.  Generally increase the back speed.  Increase acceleration and brake ramp.  Change zero point of machine.  Avoid vertical installation position of print mechanics. Install the

machine in horizontal position.

 Control the short distance between printhead and print surface.  Optimise the layout to a short print way, i.e. less blanks, no

borders at the top res. bottom, rotate the layout.

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10 Signal Diagrams

10.1 Mode 1 (single item processing)

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10.2 Mode 2 (continuous mode)

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10.3 Mode 4 (continuous mode)

Return without 'layout printing' signal

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10.4 Mode 8 (single item processing)

Return without 'layout printing' signal

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11 Error Correction

Error message

Cause

Remedy

Line too high

Line rises up completely or partly over the upper edge of label.

Move line down (increase Y value).

Check rotation and font.

Line too low

Line rises up completely or partly over the bottom edge of label.

Move line up (reduce Y value). Check rotation and font.

Character set

One res. several characters of the text is res. are not available in the selected font.

Change text. Change font.

Unknown code type

Selected code is not available.

Check code type.

Invalid position

Selected position is not available.

Check position.

CV font

Selected font is not available.

Check font.

Vector font

Selected font is not available.

Check font.

Measuring label

While measuring no label was found.

Set label length is too large.

Check label length and if labels are inserted correctly.

Restart measuring anew.

No label found

No label available. Soiled label photocell. Labels not inserted correctly.

Insert new label roll. Check if labels are inserted

correctly. Clean the label photocell.

No ribbon

During the print order the ribbon roll becomes empty.

Defect at the transfer ribbon photocell.

Change transfer ribbon. Check transfer ribbon photocell

(service functions).

COM FRAMING

Stop bit error.

Check stop bits. Check baud rate. Check cable (printer and PC).

COM PARITY

Parity error.

Check parity. Check baud rate. Check cable (printer and PC).

COM OVERRUN

Loss of data at serial interface (RS-232).

Check baud rate. Check cable (printer and PC).

Field numer

Received line number is invalid at RS-232 and Centronics.

Check sent data. Check connection PC - printer.

Length mask

Invalid length of received mask statement.

Check sent data. Check connection PC - printer.

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Error message

Cause

Remedy

Unknown mask

Transferred mask statement is invalid.

Check sent data. Check connection PC - printer.

Missing ETB

No end of data found.

Check sent data. Check connection PC - printer.

Invalid character

One res. several characters of the text is res. are not available in the selected font.

Change text. Change font.

Invalid statement

Unknown transferred data record.

Check sent data. Check connection PC - printer.

Invalid check digit

For check digit control the entered res. received check digit is wrong.

Calculate check digit anew. Check code data.

Invalid SC number

Selected SC factor is invalid for EAN res. UPC.

Check SC factor.

Invalid number of digits

Entered digits for EAN res. UPC are invalid

< 12; > 13.

Check number of digits.

Check digit calculation

Selected check digit calculation is not available in the bar code.

Check calculation of check digit.

Check bar code type.

Invalid extension

Selected zoom factor is not available.

Check zoom factor.

Offset sign

Entered sign is not available.

Check offset value.

Offset value

Entered offset value is invalid.

Check offset value.

Printhead temperature

Printhead temperature is too high.

Defective printhead sensing device.

Reduce contrast. Change printhead.

Cutter error

With cut an error occurred. Paper jam.

Check label run. Check cutter run.

Invalid parameter

Entered data do not correspond to the characters allowed from the application identifier.

Check code data.

Application Identifier

Selected application identifier is not available in GS1-128.

Check code data.

HIBC definition

F Missing HIBC system sign. Missing primary code.

Check definition of HIBC code.

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Error message

Cause

Remedy

System clock

Real Time Clock function is selected but the battery is empty.

Defective RTC.

Change battery. Change RTC component.

No CF interface

Interrupted connection CPU CF card.

Defective CF card interface.

Check connection CPU - CF card interface.

Check CF card interface.

No print memory

No print CF found.

Check CF assembly on CPU.

Printhead open

At start of a print order the printhead is open.

Close the printhead and start print order anew.

BCD invalid format

BCD error Invalid format for the

calculation of Euro variable.

Check entered format.

BCD overflow

BCD error Invalid format for the

calculation of Euro variable.

Check entered format.

BCD division

BCD error Invalid format for the

calculation of Euro variable.

Check entered format.

FLASH ERROR

Flash component error.

Run a software update. Change CPU.

Length command

Invalid length of the received command statement.

Check data sent. Check connection PC - printer.

No drive

CF card not found / not correctly inserted.

Insert CF card correctly.

Drive error

Impossible to read CF card (faulty).

Check CF card, if necessary change it.

Not formatted

CF Card not formatted.

Format CF card.

Delete current directory

Attempt to delete the actual directory.

Change directory.

Path too long

Too long indication of path.

Indicate a shorter path.

Drive writeprotected

Memory card is write-protected.

Deactivate write protection.

Directory not file

Attempt to indicate a directory as file name.

Correct your entry.

File already open

Attempt to change a file during an access is active.

Select another file.

No file/directory

File does not exist on CF card.

Check file name.

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Error message

Cause

Remedy

Invalid file name

File name contains invalid characters.

Correct entry of name, remove special characters.

Internal file error

Internal file system error.

Please contact your distributor.

Root full

The max. number (64) of main directory entries is reached.

Delete at least one main directory entry and create subdirectories.

Drive full

Maximum CF capacity is reached.

Use new CF Card, delete no longer required files.

File/directory exists

The selected file/directory already exists.

Check name, select a different name.

File too large

During copying procedure not enough memory space onto target drive available.

Use a larger target card.

No update file

Errors in update file of firmware.

Start update file anew.

Invalid graphic file

The selected file does not contain graphic data.

Check file name.

Directory not empty

Attempt to delete a not empty directory.

Delete all files and subdirectories in the desired directory.

No interface

No CF card drive found.

Check connection of CF card drive.

Contact your distributor

No CF card

No CF card is inserted.

Insert CF card in the slot.

Webserver error

Error at start of web server.

Please contact your distributor.

Wrong FPGA

The direct print module is equipped with the wrong FPGA.

Please contact your distributor.

End position

The label length is too long. The number of labels per cycle

is too much.

Check label length res. the number of labels per cycle.

Zero point

Defective photocell.

Change photocell.

Compressed air

Pressure air is not connected.

Check pressure air.

External releaser

External print release signal is missing.

Check input signal.

Row too long

Wrong definition of column width res. number of columns.

Reduce the column width res. correct the number of columns.

Scanner

The connected bar code scanner signals a device error.

Check the connection scanner/printer.

Check scanner (dirty).

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Error message

Cause

Remedy

Scanner NoRead

Bad print quality. Printhead completely soiled or

defective. Print speed too high.

Increase contrast. Clean printhead or exchange (if

necessary). Reduce print speed.

Scanner data

Scanned data does not correspond to the data which is to print.

Exchange printhead.

Invalid page

As page number either 0 or a number > 9 is selected.

Select a number between 1 and 9.

Page selection

A page which is not available is selected.

Check the defined pages.

Page not defined

The page is not defined.

Check the print definition.

Format user guiding

Wrong format for customised entry.

Check the format string.

Format date/time

Wrong format for date/time.

Check the format string.

Hotstart CF

No CF card found.

If option hotstart was activated, a CF card must be inserted.

Switch off the printer before inserting the memory card.

Flip/Rotate

Selection of print of several columns and also mirror/rotate.

It is only possible to select one of both functions.

System file

Loading of temporary hotstart files.

Not possible.

Shift variable

Faulty definition of shift times (overlapping times).

Check definition of shift times.

GS1 Databar

General GS1 Databar error.

Check definition and parameter of GS1 Databar code.

IGP error

Protocol error IGP.

Check sent data.

Time generation

Printing creation was still active at print start.

Reduce print speed. Use printers' output signal for

synchronisation. Use bitmap fonts to reduce

generating time.

Transport protection

Both DPM position sensors (start/end) are active.

Displace zero point sensor Check sensors in service

functions menu

No font data

Font and web data is missing.

Run a software update.

No layout ID

Label ID definition is missing.

Define label ID onto the label.

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Error message

Cause

Remedy

Layout ID

Scanned data does not correspond to defined ID.

Wrong label loaded from CF card.

RFID no label

RFID unit cannot recognise a label.

Displace RFID unit or use an offset.

RFID verify

Error while checking programmed data.

Faulty RFID label. Check RFID definitions

RFID timeout

Error at programming the RFID label.

Label positioning. Faulty label.

RFID data

Faulty or incomplete definition of RFID data.

Check RFID data definitions.

RFID tag type

Definition of label data does not correspond with the used label.

Check storage partitioning of used label type

RFID lock

Error at programming the RFID label (locked fields).

Check RFID data definitions. Label was already

programmed.

RFID programming

Error at programming the RFID label.

Check RFID definitions.

Scanner timeout

The scanner could not read the bar code within the set timeout time.

Defective printhead. Wrinkles in transfer ribbon. Scanner wrong positioned. Timeout time too short.

Check printhead. Check transfer ribbon. Position scanner correctly,

corresponding to the set feeding.

Select longer timeout time.

Scanner layout difference

Scanner data does not correspond to bar code data.

Check adjustment of scanner. Check scanner settings /

connection.

COM break

Serial interface error.

Check settings for serial data transmission as well as cable (printer-PC).

COM general

Serial interface error.

Check settings for serial data transmission as well as cable (printer-PC).

No software printhead FPGA

No printhead-FPGA data available.

Please contact your responsible distributor.

Load software printhead FPGA

Error when programming printhead-FPGA.

Please contact your responsible distributor.

100

Upper position

Sensor signal up is missing (option APL 100).

Check input signals / compressed-air supply.

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Error message

Cause

Remedy

101

Lower position

Sensor signal down is missing (option APL 100).

Check input signals / compressed-air supply.

102

Vacuum plate empty

Sensor does not recognise a label at vacuum plate

(option APL 100).

Check input signals / compressed-air supply.

103

Start signal

Print order is active but device not ready to process it.

Check start signal.

104

No print data

Print data outside the defined label.

Selection of wrong module type (design software).

Check selected module type. Check selection of left/right

version.

105

Printhead

No original printhead is used.

Check the used printhead. Please contact your distributor.

106

Invalid Tag type

Wrong Tag type. Tad data do not match the Tag

type in the printer.

Adapt data or use the correct Tag type.

107

RFID invalid

RFID module is not activated. No RFID data can be

processed.

Activate RFID module or remove RFID data from label data.

108

GS1-128 invalid

Transferred GS1-128 bar code is invalid.

Verify bar code data (see GS1128 bar code specification).

109

EPC parameter

Error at EPC calculation.

Verify data (see EPC specification).

110

Housing open

When starting the print order the housing cover is not closed.

Close the housing cover and start the print order anew.

111

EAN.UCC code

Transferred EAN.UCC code is invalid.

Verify bar code data (see corresponding specification).

112

Print carriage

Printing carriage does not move.

Check gear belt (possibly broken).

113

Applicator error

Error while using applicator.

Check applicator.

114

Left position

Left final position switch is not in correct position.

Check LEFT final position switch for correct function and position.

Check function of pneumatics for cross traverse.

115

Right position

Right final position switch is not in correct position.

Check RIGHT final position switch for correct function and position.

Check function of pneumatics for cross traverse.

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Error message

Cause

Remedy

116

Print position

The print position is not correct.

Check TOP and RIGHT final position switch for correct function and position.

Check pneumatics for function

117

XML parameter

The parameters in the XML file are not correct.

Please contact your responsible distributor.

118

Invalid variable

Transferred variable is invalid with customized entry.

Select correct variable without customized entry and transfer it.

119

No ribbon

During the print order the ribbon roll becomes empty.

Defect at the transfer ribbon photocell.

Change transfer ribbon. Check transfer ribbon photocell

(service functions).

120

Wrong directory

Invalid target directory when copying.

Target directory must not be within the source directory.

Check target directory.

121

No label found

No label found at the rear printhead (DuoPrint).

Soiled label photocell. Labels not inserted correctly.

Insert new label roll. Clean the label photocell. Check if labels are inserted

correctly.

122

IP occupied

The IP address was already assigned.

Assign a new IP address.

123

Print asynchronous

The label photocell does not work in the order as it is expected according to print data.

Check label size and gap size. The settings of the photocell

are not correct.

Check label photocell settings.

Settings of label size and gap size are not correct.

Check correct loading of label material.

No label found at the rear printhead.

Insert new label roll. Soiled label photocell.

Clean the label photocell.

Labels not inserted correctly.

Check if labels are inserted correctly.

124

Speed too slow.

The print speed is too slow.

Increase the speed of customers' machine.

125

DMA send buffer

Communication problem HMI.

Restart the printer.

126

UID conflict

Configuration RFID programming faulty.

Run RFID initialising.

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Cause

Remedy

127

Module not found

RFID module not available.

Check the RFID module connection.

Please contact your responsible distributor.

128

No release signal

No print release by higher-level control (customer machine).

Activate release signal at the higher-level control.

129

Wrong firmware

Firmware does not match the used printer type.

Use firmware that fits to the printer type.

Please contact your responsible distributor.

130

Language missing

Language file for the set printer language is not available.

Please contact your responsible distributor.

131

Wrong material

Label material does not fit to printing data.

User label material with suitable label and/or gap length.

132

Invalid mark-up tag

Invalid mark-up formatting characters in text.

Correct the formatting characters in the text.

133

Script not found

LUA script file not found.

Check the file name.

134

Script failure

LUA script is incorrect.

Check the script.

135

Script user error

Error in LUA script user input.

Correct the input value.

136

No reprint available

No label data for reprinting available.

Send new label data to the printer.

137

Printhead short circuit

Electrical short at the printhead.

Check the used printhead. Please contact your distributor.

138

Too little ribbon

Transfer ribbon ends.

Change transfer ribbon.

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12 Additional Information

12.1 Column Printing

With this direct print module several columns can be printed, i.e. the information of one column can be printed several times (depending on its width) on a layout. Caused by this the use of the complete print width is possible and the generating time is enormously reduced.

For example 4 columns with a width of 25 mm or 2 columns with a width of 50 mm can be printed onto a layout with a width of 100 mm. Please note that the first layout is always the one with the largest x coordinate, i.e. it has the largest distance to the printhead.

Press key to change to the function menu. Press key as long as to the 'Layout' menu.

Press key to confirm the selection. Press key as long as the menu item (see illustration) appears.

Press key and to set the layout width. As column width the width of one layout is entered, e.g. 20.0 mm.

Press key and to enter the number of columns. Press key and to change the number of columns, e.g. 4

columns at a layout width of 20.0 mm. Press key to start a print with indication of number of layouts and

number of lines. The number of layouts corresponds to the number of layouts that are to print. e.g. columns: 3, items: 4

The first four layouts were printed but not layout 5 and 6.

Setting the print of several columns

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12.2 Hotstart

NOTICE!

The data is saved onto CF card. Therefore the CF card is a condition for the Hotstart menu item.

The function hotstart contains e.g. that in case of a power failure the currently loaded layout can be further processed without any loss of data.

Moreover a print order can be interrupted and to be continued after switching on the printer anew.

NOTICE!

At an active hotstart all necessary data is stored on the Compact Flash therefore do not remove the card during operation. When removing during operation, this causes the loss of all data on the Compact Flash Card.

In case the hotstart function is set to on, at the start of a print order the data of the current layout is saved to the corresponding directory of the Compact Flash card.

However the following conditions have to be fulfilled:

 Compact Flash card inserted in drive A  Compact Flash card not write protected  Enough free storage space onto Compact Flash card

An error message appears in case these conditions are not fulfilled.

At switching off the printer the state of the current print order is saved to the corresponding directory of the Compact Flash Card.

However the following conditions have to be fulfilled:

 Compact Flash card inserted in drive A  Compact Flash card not write protected  Enough free storage space onto Compact Flash card

In case the hotstart function is set to On, at a new start of printer the saved layout data and the print order state is loaded from the corresponding file on the Compact Flash card. Because of this reason a Compact Flash card has to be inserted at switching on the printer. In case it is impossible to load the data an error message appears.

Saving the current layout

Saving the printer order state

Loading a layout and printer order state

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In case at switching off the direct print module a print order was active, then a print start is released automatically and the required res. actual number of printed layouts is refreshed.

In case the print order was stopped at switching off the direct print module, it is again set to the stopped mode after switching on the direct print module anew.

In case a customized entry was active during switching off the direct print module, the window for the first customized variable is displayed.

As in the intended file only the start values of the counter are saved, they are refreshed at a new start of the print order by means of the number of printed layouts. Each counter is counted corresponding from its start value. Afterwards the position of the current and the next counter update are correctly set by means of the update intervals.

NOTICE!

Make sure that in case graphics are onto the layout they have to be saved onto Compact Flash card.

Starting the print order

Refreshing the variable counter

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12.3 Password

The supervisor programs a Compact Flash memory card directly with the direct print module. He stores 10 different layouts. As well he adjusts the printer parameters, like contrast, speed, etc. to the corresponding values. The user is only supposed to read the layouts from memory card and to print them. Therefore the supervisor blocks the function menu and the entry function by a password.

The printer is connected to a PC. The user is only supposed to take the layouts dispensed by the printer and stick them on. To prevent, that the layouts or the printer set-up will not be changed, the supervisor blocks all printer functions (e.g. function menu, entry menu, etc.) by a password.

The user has to change several texts before printing. It is not allowed to change any masks (fonts, position, etc.). Therefore the supervisor blocks the entry of mask and the function menu. By this means the user indeed can print layouts, but the printer set-up and the masks of the layouts can't be changed.

To receive a most flexible password protection, the printer functions will be divided into several function groups:

In the function menu the printer parameters can be changed (contrast, speed, mode, ...). The password protection prevents modifications at the printer settings.

With the functions of your Compact Flash card layouts can be stored,

loaded, ....

Here the password protection has to separate, if none or only reading functions are allowed.

With key quant a print can be produced. In case the printer is connected to a PC, it can be useful, that the user is not able to produce a print manually. So the password protection prevents that prints can be produced manually.

Because of these different function groups the password protection is very flexible. The printer can be adjusted best to its actual order, as only certain functions are blocked.

Example 1

Example 2

Example 3

1. Function menu

2. Compact Flash card

3. Print functions

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In case no password is defined res. the password protection is not activated, all functions can be used. In the function menu you will find the menu item "Password", where the password can be entered and the password protection activated.

Press key as long as to the password menu. Press key to confirm the selection.

Meaning of abbreviations:

Function menu

Compact Flash card functions

Print functions

In case the password protection is active, but the function menu is not protected, the password

(4-digit number between 0000 and 9999) has to be entered first, so the above shown display appears. Now changes can be done. In the first line the user can define the password (4-digit number).

Press key to continue. Press key and to activate/deactivate the password protection

(yes/no). Press key to change to the second line. Press key and to block/release individual function groups.

Press key and to change from one group to the next one.

Function menu

0…open

1…locked

CF:

Compact Flash card

0…open

1…only reading access

2…access blocked

Printer guiding

0…open

1…open

2…no manual print release

In case the user wants to perform a blocked function, he has to enter the valid password first.

The entered password has to be confirmed with E. In case the correct password has been entered the desired function can be performed. If the entered password was invalid no error message appears but the main menu will be displayed.

Password definition

Activate blocked function

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13 Environmentally-Friendly Disposal

Manufacturers of B2B equipment are obliged to take back and dispose of old equipment that was manufactured after 13 August

2005. As a principle, this old equipment may not be delivered to communal collecting points. It may only be organised, used and disposed of by the manufacturer. Valentin products accordingly labelled can therefore be returned to Carl Valentin GmbH.

This way, you can be sure your old equipment will be disposed of correctly.

Carl Valentin GmbH thereby fulfils all obligations regarding timely disposal of old equipment and facilitates the smooth reselling of these products. Please understand that we can only take back equipment that is sent free of carriage charges.

Further information on the WEEE directive is available on our website www.carl-valentin.de.

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14 Index

Column printing .................................................................................. 85

Compact Flash card ......................................................... 57, 58, 59, 61

Connection ......................................................................................... 31

Connector assignment (control unit IP version), figure ...................... 11

Connector assignment (control unit), figure ....................................... 10

Delivery scope .................................................................................... 27

Environmentally-friendly disposal ....................................................... 91

Error messages/corrections ............................................................... 83

Error messages/Error corrections ...... 75, 76, 77, 78, 79, 80, 81, 82, 83

Figures

Connector assignment, control unit ................................................ 10

Connector assignment, control unit IP version ............................... 11

Print mechanics ................................................................................ 9

Function menu

Date/time ........................................................................................ 53

Device settings ......................................................................... 47, 48

Emulation ........................................................................................ 52

I/O parameters .......................................................................... 49, 50

Interface .......................................................................................... 51

Layout settings .......................................................................... 45, 46

Machine parameters ..................................................... 42, 43, 44, 45

Menu structure .......................................................................... 39, 40

Network (option) ............................................................................. 50

Print settings ................................................................................... 41

Ribbon save .................................................................................... 46

Service functions ...................................................................... 54, 55

Hotstart ......................................................................................... 86, 87

Initiation .............................................................................................. 32

Initiation, preparations ........................................................................ 31

Inputs/outputs ..................................... 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26

Installation at machines ...................................................................... 28

Instructions ........................................................................................... 5

Intended use ..................................................................................... 5, 6

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Keyboard

Standard ......................................................................................... 35

Text entry/customized entry ..................................................... 36, 37

Machine overviews ............................................................................... 9

Main menu .......................................................................................... 56

Maintenance/cleaning

Angle adjustment ............................................................................ 67

Cleaning printhead .......................................................................... 64

Cycle optimisation ........................................................................... 70

General cleaning ............................................................................. 63

Print quality optimisation ................................................................. 69

Printhead, cleaning ......................................................................... 64

Replacing printhead .................................................................. 64, 65

Ribbon drawing roller, cleaning ...................................................... 64

Schedule ......................................................................................... 63

Transfer ribbon tension ................................................................... 66

Zero point adjustment ..................................................................... 68

Operating conditions ........................................................ 13, 14, 15, 16

Password protection ..................................................................... 88, 89

Pneumatic power supply, connection ................................................. 29

Print control ........................................................................................ 32

Print mechanics, figure ......................................................................... 9

Print principle ...................................................................................... 12

Safety instructions ............................................................................ 6, 7

Signal diagram

Mode 1 (single item processing) ..................................................... 71

Mode 2 (continuous mode) ............................................................. 72

Mode 4 (continuous mode, return without 'layout printing' signal) . 73 Mode 8 (single item processing, return without 'layout printing'

signal) .......................................................................................... 74

Technical data .................................................................................... 17

Transfer ribbon loading ...................................................................... 33

Unpacking .......................................................................................... 27

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