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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
1.4 Environmentally-Friendly Disposal .......................................... 7
2 Machine Overview ................................................................. 9
2.1 Connection Side of Print Mechanics ....................................... 9
2.2 Connector Assignment of Control Unit .................................. 10
3 Continuous Mode ................................................................ 11
3.1 Material Speed ...................................................................... 11
3.2 Print Principle ........................................................................ 11
3.3 Material Guiding .................................................................... 12
4 Intermittent Mode ................................................................ 13
4.1 Print Principle ........................................................................ 13
4.2 Print Position ......................................................................... 13
5 Operating Conditions .......................................................... 15
6 Technical Data ..................................................................... 19
7 Inputs and Outputs.............................................................. 21
7.1 Alarm output – Port 13 (CON1) ............................................. 21
7.2 Product Sensor / Encoder (CON2) ........................................ 22
7.3 I/O Assignment (CON3) ........................................................ 23
7.4 Internal Power Supply ........................................................... 24
7.5 External Power Supply .......................................................... 25
7.6 Registered functions/profiles for inputs/outputs .................... 27
8 Installation and Initial Operation ........................................ 29
8.1 Installation of Print Mechanics at Machines .......................... 30
8.2 Required Space for Cable Outgoing ..................................... 31
8.3 Connection of Pneumatic Power Supply ............................... 32
8.4 Adjustment of Pressure Power .............................................. 33
8.5 Connecting the direct print module ........................................ 34
8.6 Before initial operation ........................................................... 34
8.7 Print Control ........................................................................... 35
8.8 Initial Operation ..................................................................... 35
9 Loading the Transfer Ribbon Cassette ............................. 37
9.1 Transfer ribbon with coating outside ..................................... 37
9.2 Transfer ribbon with coating inside ........................................ 38
9.3 Increasing the clamping force for ribbon roll ......................... 39
10 Water and Dust Protection Unit ......................................... 41
10.1 Transfer ribbon cassette / Cleaning cassette ........................ 41
10.2 Using the Cleaning Cassette ................................................. 42
11 Operation Panel ................................................................... 43
11.1 Keyboard (Standard) ............................................................. 43
11.2 Keyboard (Text Entry/User Guiding) ..................................... 44
12 Function Menu ..................................................................... 47
12.1 Menu Structure (Continuous Mode) ...................................... 47
12.2 Menu Structure (Intermittent Mode) ...................................... 50
12.3 Print Settings ......................................................................... 53
12.4 Maschine Parameters (Continuous Mode) ............................ 54
12.5 Maschinen Parameter (intermittierender Modus) .................. 56
12.6 Layout Settings ...................................................................... 58
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12.7 Ribbon Save (Continuous Mode) .......................................... 59
12.8 Ribbon Save (Intermittent Mode) .......................................... 60
12.9 Device Settings ...................................................................... 61
12.10 I/O Parameters ...................................................................... 63
12.11 Network ................................................................................. 65
12.12 Remote console ..................................................................... 65
12.13 Interface ................................................................................. 66
12.14 Emulation ............................................................................... 67
12.15 Date & Time ........................................................................... 68
12.16 Service Functions .................................................................. 69
12.17 Main Menu ............................................................................. 73
12.18 Display During Printing .......................................................... 73
13 Compact Flash Card / USB Memory Stick ........................ 75
13.1 General Information ............................................................... 75
13.2 Display Structure ................................................................... 75
13.3 Navigation .............................................................................. 76
13.4 Define User Directory ............................................................ 77
13.5 Load Layout ........................................................................... 78
13.6 File Explorer .......................................................................... 79
13.7 Firmware Update ................................................................... 84
13.8 Filter ....................................................................................... 84
14 Maintenance and Cleaning ................................................. 85
14.1 General Cleaning................................................................... 85
14.2 Cleaning the Transfer Ribbon Roller ..................................... 86
14.3 Cleaning the Printhead .......................................................... 86
14.4 Replacing the Printhead ........................................................ 87
14.5 Angle adjustment* ................................................................. 88
14.6 Print Quality Optimisation ...................................................... 89
14.7 Cycle optimisation* ................................................................ 90
15 Signal Diagrams .................................................................. 91
15.1 Continuous Mode .................................................................. 91
15.2 Intermittent Mode ................................................................... 95
16 Error correction ................................................................... 97
17 Additional Information ...................................................... 109
17.1 Column Printing ................................................................... 109
17.2 Hotstart ................................................................................ 110
17.3 Password Protection............................................................ 112
18 Ribbon Save / Foil Saving ................................................ 115
18.1 Explication ........................................................................... 115
18.2 Standard Ribbon Save (Continuous Mode) ........................ 116
18.3 Shift Ribbon Save (Continuous Mode) ................................ 119
18.4 SaveStrt Ribbon Save (Continuous Mode) ......................... 122
18.5 Standard Ribbon Save (Intermittent Mode) ......................... 123
18.6 Shift Ribbon Save (Intermittent Mode) ................................ 124
19 Index ................................................................................... 125
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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.
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.
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.
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1.3 Safety Instructions
The direct print module is designed for power supply systems of
110-230 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.
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.
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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.
1.4 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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2 Machine Overview
The continuous and intermittent operating direct print module is a
direct print module with high resolution for installation in horizontal and
vertical packaging machines. Not only the easy to change ribbon
cassette and/or cleaning cassette is convincing but also different print
widths, left and right versions and because of the separate control unit
it is possible to integrate this direct print module in almost each
packaging process without any problems.
Flexible labelling of packaging foil is effected either by means of
Windows printer driver included in delivery or by our proven design
software Labelstar Office.
With 8 vector fonts, 6 bitmap fonts and 6 proportional fonts the direct
print module has a large selection at different font types. It can be
printed inverse, in italic format or 90 degrees turned fonts.
The handling of our durable direct print modules is easy and
comfortable. The parameter settings are made with the keys of the foil
keyboard. At each time the graphic display shows the current status.
By a new-developed electronics a maximum print speed of up to 800
mm/s (continuous mode) and 600 mm/s (intermittent mode) can be
achieved.
Time-saving firmware update is possible by interface.
As default, the direct print module is equipped with a serial, USB and
Ethernet interface. Additionally, the direct print module is equipped
with an USB Host that permits the connection of an external USB
keyboard and/or an USB memory stick. The direct print module
automatically recognizes by which interface it is controlled.
Thanks to the large number of options the direct print module can be
adapted to each task.
2.1 Connection Side of Print Mechanics
1 =
Pneumatic connection
2 =
Connecting cable SPI
(printhead + sensors)
3 =
Connecting cable Power
Figure 1
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2.2 Connector Assignment of Control Unit
Figure 2
11 =
Serial interface RS-232
12 =
Connecting cable SPI (printhead + sensor)
13 =
Connecting cable Power
14 =
Switch
15 =
Power cable with safety plug and strain relief
16 =
External inputs/outputs
17 =
Connection encoder and product sensor
18 =
Connection encoder and product sensor
19 =
Alarm output (relais)
10 =
Ethernet interface 10/100
11 =
USB host for USB keyboard and USB memory stick
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3 Continuous Mode
3.1 Material Speed
Please note that the material has sufficient adhesion at the pressure
transducer roll or encoder roll to permit the exact speed by the
encoder.
It is only possible to print when respecting the operating conditions,
i.e. the speed has to be observed.
3.2 Print Principle
Figure 3
After starting a print order the printhead moves against the print
medium. The feed of material is registered by the encoder and then
evaluated. The printhead is in start position as long as the printing
onto the moving material is finished and then it moves back to its
home position.
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3.3 Material Guiding
Figure 4
NOTICE!
In case the encoder is connected to the counter-pressure roll or
the encoder roll you have to observe that the material has
sufficient adhesion at the pressure roll or encoder roll to guarantee
an exact speed by the encoder.
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4 Intermittent Mode
4.1 Print Principle
Figure 5
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.
4.2 Print Position
NOTICE!
The direct print module is delivered with a default print length of
65 mm. In order to use the maximum print length of 75 mm, the print
position value must be changed to 93 (see chapter 12.5 Maschinen
Parameter (intermittierender Modus), page 56).
Figure 6
A: Print pos. / Start pos. value = 93
C: Max. position print end
B: Print pos. / Start pos. value = 83
D: Stand-by position
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5 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 5
(Operating Conditions), chapter 9 (Loading the Transfer Ribbon
Cassette) and chapter 14 (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 61000-6-3: 01-2007
Interference voltage to wires according to EN 55022: 05-2008
Interference field power according to EN 55022: 05-2008
System perturbation according to EN 61000-3-2: 09-2005
Flicker according to EN 61000-3-3: 05-2002
Immunity according to EN 61000-6-2: 03-2006
Stray radiation against discharge of static electricity according to
61000-4-2: 03-2009
Electromagnetic fields according to EN 61000-4-3: 05-2006,
ENV 50204: 03-1995
Fast transient burst according to EN 61000-4-4: 07-2005
Störfestigkeit gegen Stoßspannungen (Surge) gemäß EN 61000-
4-5: 11-2006
High-frequency tension according to EN 61000-4-6: 03-2009
Voltage interruption and voltage drop according to EN 61000-4-
11: 02-2005
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.
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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6 Technical Data
Dynacode IP53
Dynacode IP107
Dynacode IP128
Print resolution
300 dpi
300 dpi
300 dpi
Print speed
Continuous mode
50 … 800 mm/s
50 … 600 mm/s
50 … 450 mm/s
Intermittent mode
50 … 600 mm/s
50 … 600 mm/s
50 … 600 mm/s
Max. back speed
600 mm/s intermittent mode only
Print width
53,3 mm
106,6 mm
128 mm
Print length
Continuous mode
6000 mm
3000 mm
3000 mm
Intermittent mode
75 mm
75 mm
75 mm
Frame passage width
customized
Printhead
Corner Type
Corner Type
Corner Type
Acoustic emission (measuring distance 1 m)
Average sound power level
60 dB(A)
65 dB(A)
68 dB(A)
Transfer ribbon
Ink
outside / inside (option)
Max. roll diameter
98 mm
82 mm
75 mm
Core diameter
25,4 mm / 1"
25,4 mm / 1"
25,4 mm / 1"
Max. length
900 m
600 m
450 m
Max. width
55 mm
110 mm
130 mm
Dimensions in mm (width x height x depth)
Print mechanics
without mounting frame
204 x 182 x 235
204 x 182 x 290
204 x 182 x 310
with mounting frame
depending on passage width
Control unit
310 x 165 x 350 - connecting cable set to the mechanics 2,5 m
Weight
Print mechanics
9,5 kg
11 kg
11,7 kg
Electronics with cable
8 kg
8 kg
8 kg
Electronics
Processor
High Speed 32 Bit
RAM
16 MB
Slot
Compact Flash Karte Typ I (inside the control unit)
Battery
for Real-Time clock (storage of data with shut-down)
Warning signal
accoustic signal when error
Interfaces
Serial
RS-232C (max. 115.200 Baud)
Ethernet
10/100 Base T, LPD, RawIP-Printing, DHCP, HTTP, FTP
2 x USB Master
connection for external USB keyboard and memory stick
Connection values
Pneumatic connection
min. 6 bar dry and free of oil
Nominal voltage
110 … 230 V / 50 … 60 Hz
Nominal current
230 V / 1,5 A − 110 V / 3 A
Fuse values
2x T4A 250 V
Operation data
Ingress Protection Rating
IP 65
Temperature
5 … 40 °C
Humidity
max. 80% (non-condensing)
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Dynacode IP53
Dynacode IP107
Dynacode IP128
Operation panel
Keys
test print, function menu, quantity, CF Card, feed, enter, 4 x cursor
LCD display
graphic display 132 x 64 Pixel with white backlight
Settings
date, time, shift times
11 language settings (others on demand)
print and device parameters, interfaces, password protection
Monitoring
Stop printing if
end of ribbon / end of layout / printhead open
Status report
extensive status print with information about settings
e.g. print length counter, runtime counter,
photocell interface and network parameters
printout of all internal fonts and all supported bar codes
Fonts
Font types
6 Bitmap fonts, 8 Vector fonts/TrueType fonts, 6 proportional fonts
other fonts on demand
Character sets
Windows 1250 up to1257, DOS 437, 850, 852, 857
all West and East European Latin, Cyrillic, Greek
and Arabic (option) characters are supported
other character sets on demand
Bitmap fonts
size in width and height 0,8 …5,6
zoom 2 …9, orientation 0°, 90°, 180°, 270°
Vektor fonts/
TrueType fonts
size in width and height 1-99 mm
variable zoom
orientation 0°, 90°, 180°, 270°
Font attributes
depending on character font - bold, Italic, inverse, vertical
Font width
variable
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 7 Code, PZN 8 Code,
UPC-A, UPC-E
2D bar codes
Aztec Code, 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
all bar codes are variable in height, module width and ratio.
orientation 0°, 90°, 180°, 270°.
Optionally with check digit and human readable line.
Software
Configuration
ConfigTool
Process control
NiceLabel
Design software
Labelstar Office Lite, Labelstar Office
Windows printer driver
Windows 7® 32/64 Bit, Windows 8® 32/64 Bit
Windows 8.1® 32/64 Bit, Windows 10® 32/64 Bit,
Windows Server 2008® (R2) 64 Bit
Windows Server 2012® 64 Bit, Windows Server 2012® (R2) 64 Bit
Technical details are subject to change.
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7 Inputs and Outputs
Figure 7
CON1
A = Alarm output (rely)
CON2
B = Connection encoder and product sensor
(PS)/Print start
CON2
C = Connection encoder and product sensor
(PS)/Print start
CON3
D = Externe I/O
7.1 Alarm output – Port 13 (CON1)
With the alarm output the device makes available the changeover
contact of a relay, The relay can be used either as Normally Closed
Contact or as Normally Open Contact.
Figure 8
Pin
Description
1
NO (normally open contact)
2
C (centre contact)
3
NC (normally closed contact)
4
PE 5 Not occupied
6
Not occupied
Load current: 1 A
Contact voltage: 230 V
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7.2 Product Sensor / Encoder (CON2)
Figure 9
Pin
Description
1
GND internal
2
GND external
3
Encoder lane A
4
+ UB external (max. 30 VDC)
5
+ UB internal (approx. 24 VDC)
6
Input product sensor (PS)/Print start – Port 1
7
Encoder lane B
Casing
Shielding
Max. load current: 100 mA
NOTICE!
Pin 1 and Pin 2 must be bypassed if the encoder and/or
product sensor should be operated with the voltage supply of
the control unit.
See connection examples page 24 and 25.
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7.3 I/O Assignment (CON3)
Figure 10
Port
Pin
Description
1 2 EX16_IN1
Product sensor (PS)/ Print
start
2 5 IN2
Reset error
3 7 IN3
Reset counter
4
12
IN4
(X) 5 Not existing
6
Not existing
7
Not existing
8
Not existing
9 4 OUT1
Error message
10 6 OUT2
Print order
11 8 OUT3
Generation
12
10
OUT4
Printing
13
13
OUT5
Device-ready signal
14
14
OUT6
Error
15
15
not occupied
16
16
not occupied
Housing
Shielding
NOTICE!
OUT5/Port 13 controls internally still a relay --> alarm output
(6 pin plug).
Max. Load current: 100 mA
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7.4 Internal Power Supply
PS connection (NPN/PNP/push-pull) with internal power supply:
Connector CON2 (PS/encoder)
(Product sensor, 7-pin)
(DC coupled)
x
4
x
5
x
6
x
1
x
2
+Ub external
+Ub internal
PS input
GND internal
GND external
Prod.sensor
PNP
or
NPN
1
x
4
x
5
x
6
x
1
x
2
Prod.sensor
2
2
e.g.:
1N4003,1N4148
Push-pull
(e.g.:NT6)
J2 is to be inserted into 2-3 (default)
CON2
Figure 11
PS connection (electronical or mechanical relais) with internal power supply:
x
4
x
5
x
6
x
1
x
2
x
4
x
5
x
6
x
1
x
2
CON2
Potential-free or
electronical relais
Connector CON2 (PS/encoder)
(Product sensor, 7-pin)
(DC coupled)
+Ub external
+Ub internal
PS input
GND internal
GND external
Prod.sensor Prod.sensor
J2 is to be inserted into 2-3 (default)
Potential-free or
electronical relais
Figure 12
Encoder connection with internal power supply:
Connector CON2
(Product sensor, 7-pin)
(DC coupled)
x
4
x
5
x
3
x
1
x
2
+Ub external
+Ub internal
Enc. 'A'
Enc. 'B'
GND internal
GND external
Encoder (right-handed rotation)
With left-handed rotation of the encoder Pin3 must be exchanged with Pin7!
x
7
(brown/green)
(brown)
(green)
(white/green)
A2 B2
Figure 13
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x
11
x
x
1
2
PS connection with internal power supply:
Connector CON3 (I/O)
(I/O, 16-pin)
(DC coupled)
+VCC
PS input
GND ext.
With external power supply Jumper 1 (3-4; 5-6) must be inserted.
Potential-free or
electronical relais
Prod.sensor (PS)
Figure 14
7.5 External Power Supply
PS connection (NPN/push-pull) with external power supply:
(DC-isolated)
x
4
x
5
x
6
x
1
x
2
NPN
1
+Ub external
24VDC +/- 10%
GND external
Connector CON2 (PS/encoder)
(Product sensor, 7-pin)
+Ub external
+Ub internal
PS input
GND internal
GND external
Prod.sensor
J2 is to be inserted into 2-3 (default)
Figure 15
PS connection (PNP/push-pull) with external power supply:
(DC-isolated)
x
4
x
5
x
6
x
1
x
2
+Ub external
24VDC +/- 10%
GND external
PNP
2
Connector CON2 (PS/encoder)
(Product sensor, 7-pin)
+Ub external
+Ub internal
PS input
GND internal
GND external
Prod.sensor
J2 is to be inserted into 2-3 (default)
Figure 16
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Encoder connection with external power supply:
(DC-isolated)
x
4
x
5
x
3
x
1
x
2
x
7
A1 B1
+Ub external
24VDC +/- 10%
GND external
Connector CON2 (PS/encoder)
(Product sensor, 7-pin)
+Ub external
+Ub internal
Enc. 'A'
Enc. 'B'
GND internal
GND external
Encoder (right-handed rotation)
With left-handed rotation of the encoder Pin3 must be exchanged with Pin7!
(brown/green)
(brown)
(green)
(white/green)
Figure 17
x
11
x
x
1
PS connection with external power supply:
Connector CON3 (I/O)
(I/O, 16-pin)
+Ub ext. OUT
PS input
GND ext.
Potential-free or
electronical relais
Prod.sensor (PS)
(DC-isolated)
With external power supply, jumper 1 (1-2; 3-4; 5-6) (default) may not be inserted!
+Ub external
24VDC +/- 10%
GND external
2
Figure 18
Connection alarm relay: Connection alarm relay:
Currentless and/or error
(Alarm, 4-pin)
x
1
x
2
x
3
x
4
PE
max. 230V/6A
x
1
x
2
x
3
x
4
PE
max. 230V/6A
Ready:
(Alarm, 4-pin)
F1 6,3ATF1 6,3AT
If I/O connector is not used -> Jumper 1 (1-2 & 5-6) must be inserted
Figure 19
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7.6 Registered functions/profiles for inputs/outputs
Select menu I/O Parameters / I/O Profile to select the desired profile.
Port
Function
11 (Input)
Print start
12 (Input)
Error reset
13 (Input)
Counter reset
14 (Input)
No function
15 (Input)
Reset error
16 (Input)
No function
17 (Input)
No function
18 (Input)
No function
19 (Output)
Error
10 (Output)
Active print order
11 (Output)
Generation
12 (Output)
Printing
13 (Output)
Ready
14 (Output)
Error
15 (Output)
Return
16 (Output)
Transfer ribbon prior warning
Port
Function
11 (Input)
Print start
12 (Input)
Error reset
13 (Input)
Number of the file to load Bit 0 (Input)
14 (Input)
Number of the file to load Bit 1 (Input)
15 (Input)
Number of the file to load Bit 2 (Input)
16 (Input)
Number of the file to load Bit 3 (Input)
17 (Input)
Number of the file to load Bit 4 (Input)
18 (Input)
Number of the file to load Bit 5 (Input)
19 (Output)
Error
10 (Output)
Active print order
11 (Output)
Generation
12 (Output)
Printing
13 (Output)
Ready
14 (Output)
Error
15 (Output)
Return
16 (Output)
Transfer ribbon prior warning
List of registered
functions for
Std_Direct
List of registered
functions for
StdFileSelDirect
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Port
Function
11 (Input)
Print start
12 (Input)
Reset error
13 (Input)
Counter reset
14 (Input)
No function
15 (Input)
Error reset
16 (Input)
No function
17 (Input)
No function
18 (Input)
No function
19 (Output)
Ready
10 (Output)
No function
11 (Output)
No function
12 (Output)
No function
13 (Output)
Ready
14 (Output)
Error
15 (Output)
Return
16 (Output)
Transfer ribbon prior warning
Port
Function
11 (Input)
Print start
12 (Input)
Reset error
13 (Input)
Counter reset
14 (Input)
No function
15 (Input)
No function
16 (Input)
No function
17 (Input)
No function
18 (Input)
No function
19 (Output)
Error
10 (Output)
Active print order
11 (Output)
Generation
12 (Output)
Printing
13 (Output)
Print-Ready
14 (Output)
Printhead down
15 (Output)
Return
16 (Output)
Transfer ribbon prior warning
List of registered
functions for
SP_Direct0
List of registered
functions for
Old_Direct0
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8 Installation and Initial Operation
Lift the direct print module out of the box.
Check the direct print module for transport damages.
Set up the direct print module on a flat surface.
Remove foam transportation safeguards near the printhead.
Check delivery for completeness.
Print mechanics.
Control unit with cable.
Cleaning cassette.
Connecting cable.
Mini controller.
Manometer.
Pneumatic tube.
Push-on connector.
I/O accessories (mating connector for I/Os).
Covers for not used connections.
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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8.1 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.
At the bottom of the mounting frame are two M8 threads that can be
used for the attachment at the machine. Additionally multi-functional
connecting parts are supplied.
Please observe the following conditions:
The maximum thread engagement of the M8 threads is 10 mm.
The print mechanics has to be installed with a distance from
printhead to brake stator of 2...3 mm (see illustration).
NOTICE!
A distance of 2 mm is recommended.
A smaller distance is not possible due to the sealing strip
at the bottom of the print mechanics, otherwise the
counter-pressure plate or pressure roller can touch the
print mechanics
The best print results can be received if the silicon of the pressure
roll consists of a hardness of approx. 40° to 50 ° Shore A and/or
the elastometer of the counter-pressure plate shows a hardness
of approx. 60 ± 5 Shore A (average value of roughness Ra ≥ 3,2
mm).
The pressure roll/counter-pressure plate 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 can lead to an inferior print quality at these positions.
Figure 20
In case the machine is used without mounting frame, then it is
possible to fix the print module from the top with four M6 screws.
The maximum thread engagement of the M6 threads is 6 mm.
(position of printhead see illustration)
Installation with
mounting frame
Installation without
mounting frame
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8.2 Required Space for Cable Outgoing
Figure 21
Figure 22
Standard:
Cable outgoing
sideways
Option:
Cable outgoing behind
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8.3 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 23
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8.4 Adjustment of Pressure Power
Pressure power in dependence
of air pressure c53 / i53
(one pressure cylinder)
0
1
2
3
4
5
2 3 4 5
Air pressure in bar
Pressure in kg
Lift 1 mm Lift 2 mm Lift 3 mm
Pressure power in dependence
of air pressure c107 / i107
(two pressure cylinder)
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
2 3 4 5
Air pressure in bar
Pressure in kg
Lift 1 mm Lift 2 mm Lift 3 mm
Pressure power in dependence
of air pressure c128 / i128
(two pressure cylinders)
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
2 3 4 5
Air pressure 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 counterpressure plate in idle mode of the device.
Dynacode 53
Dynacode 107
Dynacode 128
Recommended pressure
power:
40 N
40 N
40 N
Max. pressure power:
45 N
45 N
45 N
Recommended pressure power:
40 N
Max. pressure power:
45 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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8.5 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 110-230 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 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.
8.6 Before initial operation
Mount print mechanics.
Connect all cables between print mechanics and control unit.
Protect cables against unintentional unscrewing.
Install compressed air connection.
Connect control unit and PC by direct print module 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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8.7 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.
8.8 Initial Operation
Once all connections have been made:
Switch on the control unit.
After switching on the device the main menu appears which
shows the model type, current date and time.
Insert ribbon cassette (see chapter 9, page 37).
After loading the transfer ribbon cassette the measuring of
transfer ribbon begins and the printhead is moved to the print
position.
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9 Loading the Transfer Ribbon Cassette
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 direct print module
malfunctions and the guarantee can expire.
NOTICE!
Before a new transfer ribbon roll is loaded, the printhead must
be cleaned using printhead and roller cleaner (97.20.002). For
detailed information, please see page 86.
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 Transfer ribbon with coating outside
Figure 24
Turn the lever (A) 90° in clockwise direction.
Remove the ribbon cassette from the print mechanics
by pulling handle (B).
Load a new ribbon roll as far as it will go onto the
unwinding roll (C).
Load an empty cardboard roll as far as it will go onto the
rewinding unit (D).
Insert the ribbon according to illustration.
Fix the ribbon with an adhesive tape at the empty roll
and tighten it by some turns of the core.
Push the ribbon cassette again onto print mechanics
and take care that the ribbon not rip.
Turn the lever (A) 90° anticlockwise.
NOTICE!
The above illustration shows a left hand printing system. If you
are using a right hand system, then the new roll is to be
inserted at the left and the cardboard core is to be inserted at
the right side.
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9.2 Transfer ribbon with coating inside
Figure 25
Turn the lever (A) 90° in clockwise direction.
Remove the ribbon cassette from the print mechanics
by pulling handle (B).
Load a new ribbon roll as far as it will go onto the
unwinding roll (C).
Load an empty cardboard roll as far as it will go onto
the rewinding unit (D).
Insert the ribbon according to illustration.
Fix the ribbon with an adhesive tape at the empty roll
and tighten it by some turns of the core.
Push the ribbon cassette again onto print mechanics
and take care that the ribbon not rip.
Turn the lever (A) 90° anticlockwise.
NOTICE!
The above illustration shows a left hand printing system. If you
are using a right hand system, then the new roll is to be
inserted at the left and the cardboard core is to be inserted at
the right side.
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9.3 Increasing the clamping force for ribbon roll
NOTICE!
The use of high-quality transfer ribbon with a cardboard core is
recommended. A sample ribbon roll is included in the scope of
delivery. The clamping force of transfer ribbon roll placed on
the rewinding/unwinding unit is designed for this quality.
A
B
C
Figure 26
If other transfer ribbons are used, it can occur that the clamping force
of the spring plates (B) is not sufficient, in order to position the rolls
surely and to protect it against rotating.
When using transfer ribbons with plastic cores a safe positioning of
the roles cannot be ensured.
CAUTION!
Slippage of transfer ribbon roll placed on the rewinding/
unwind unit or the empty cardboard core leads to
malfunctions.
When using transfer ribbon rolls with plastic cores the
groove must be shimmed.
Remove screws (A) and spring plates (B).
Insert the shims (C) into the groove. The shims are available from
us (item no. 52.57.110).
Fasten again spring plates (B) and shims (C) with screws (A).
Insert transfer ribbon roll and empty cardboard core on the
rewinding/unwinding unit.
Check firm position!
Increasing the
clamping force
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10 Water and Dust Protection Unit
After installing all of the necessary connections at the control unit and
the covers of the not used connections with the appropriate
accessories (contained in delivery) the control unit is protected from
water and dust at each time in accordance to the degree of protection
of enclosure IP65.
Owing to the conditions during the operation of direct print modules of
this construction type the print mechanics cannot be protected at the
time of printing completely from ingress of water.
However it is possibly by means of the special Cleaning Cassette
(contained in delivery) to protect the print mechanics according to the
degree of protection of enclosure IP65 during standstill times of
machinery from ingress of water and dust.
10.1 Transfer ribbon cassette / Cleaning cassette
Transfer ribbon cassette
Cleaning cassette
Figure 27
A
B
Figure 28
A = Sealing profile
B = Cover plate below with mounted parts
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10.2 Using the Cleaning Cassette
Remove the transfer ribbon cassette necessary for printing
(see chapter 9, page 37.
Push and lock the cleaing cassette in the same way.
By an inserted sealing profile (A, Figure 28) and a cover (B,
Figure 32) the print mechanics is protected in such a way for
ingress of water and dust.
The pneumatic tube and the connection cables to the control
unit with the waterproof housings may not be removed.
Indications for maintenance and cleaning are described in
chapter 14, page 85.
Before the resumption of printing the cleaning cassette must be
changed again with the transfer ribbon cassette.
CAUTION!
The direct print module can be damaged by ingress of water
due to incorrect operation/locking.
After removing the cleaning cassette examine the print
mechanics for ingress of water.
Before the device is again taken into operation, dry the
approriate place well.
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11 Operation Panel
11.1 Keyboard (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.
C
Delete the complete input.
E
Confirm settings in the function menu.
After confirmation of settings, return to the main menu.
F1
Not yet in use.
F2
Not yet in use.
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11.2 Keyboard (Text Entry/User Guiding)
Dynacode
Figure 29
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 timesaving 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
0
Standard, starting with figures
M
Starting with capital letters
m
Starting with small letters
A
Input Alt
a
Input Alt, is switched off after one character
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.
At first all capital, then the small letters and at last the corresponding
figure.
At first all small letters, then the figure and at last the capital letters.
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.
Same as mode A. After input of the selected ANSI code the machine,
however, changes back to the previously selected input mode.
Mode 0
Mode M
Mode m
Mode A
Mode a
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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.
Customized variables (user guiding): Change between
the individual entries.
C
Delete the complete input. The input is deleted only if
before entered by using the number block.
E
Confirm the settings in the function menu.
After confirmation of the settings, return to the main
menu.
F1
Not yet in use.
F2
Not yet in use.
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12 Function Menu
12.1 Menu Structure (Continuous Mode)
Contrast
Transfer ribbon control
X Offset
Print Settings
Operating mode
Print offset
Print position
Layouts/cycle
Material speed control
Machine Parameters
Encoder resolution
Material feed
Material speed
Print length
Column printing
Material selection
Flip layout
Rotate layout
Alignment
Layout Settings
Operating mode
Ribbon Save
Speed
Transferband ribbon correction
Distance/Number of cycles
Expert parameters
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Field handling
Codepage
External parameters
Buzzer
Display
Language
Customized entry
Hotstart
Password protection
Print after measuring
Device Settings
Layout confirmation
Standard layout
Keyboard layout
IN signal level
OUT signal level
Debounce
Not ready: error
I/O profile
I/O Parameters
IP ddress
Net mask
Standard gateway
Geschwindigkeit/duplex
DHCP
Printer name
Network
MAC address
Port
Interval
Remote Console
COM1
Baud
Parity
Data bits
Stop bit
Interface
Start sign
Stop sign
Data memory
Port test
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Protocol
Printhead resolution
Drive mapping
Emulation
Set date/time
Summertime
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
Date/Time
Photocell parameters
Paper counter
Heater resistance
Printhead temperature
Transfer ribbon length
Transfer ribbon winding
Brake
Print examples
Service Functions
Encoder average
Output
Input
Online/Offline
Diagnostic counter
Warning diameter
Transfer ribbon prior warning
Load layout
Change directory
Load file
Save layout
Save configuration
Delete file
Formatting
CF Card / USB Stick
Copying
Firmware update
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12.2 Menu Structure (Intermittent Mode)
Speed
Contrast
Transfer ribbon control
Print Settings
X Offset
Operating mode
Print offset
Print position
Layouts/cycle
Maschine Parameters
Back speed
Print length
Column printing
Material selection
Flip layout
Rotate layout
Alignment
Layout Settings
Operating mode
Ribbon Save
Transfer ribbon correction
Expert parameters
Field handling
Codepage
External parameters
Buzzer
Display
Language
Customized entry
Hotstart
Password protection
Print after measuring
Device Settings
Layout confirmation
Standard layout
Keyboard layout
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IN signal level
OUT signal level
Entprellung
Not ready: error
I/O profile
I/O Parameters
Start signal delay
IP ddress
Net mask
Standard gateway
Geschwindigkeit/duplex
DHCP
Printer name
Network
MAC address
Port
Interval
Remote Console
COM1
Baud
Parity
Data bits
Stop bit
Interface
Start sign
Stop sign
Data memory
Port test
Protocol
Printhead resolution
Drive mapping
Emulation
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Set date/time
Summertime
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
Date/Time
Photocell parameters
Paper counter
Heater resistance
Printhead temperature
Transfer ribbon length
Transfer ribbon winding
Brake
Print examples
Service Functions
Diagnostic
Output
Input
Online/Offline
Diagnostic counter
Warning diameter
Transfer ribbon prior warning
Load layout
Change directory
Load file
Save layout
Save configuration
Delete file
Formatting
CF Card / USB Stick
Copying
Firmware update
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12.3 Print Settings
Switch on the direct print module and the display shows the main
menu.
Press key to access the function menu.
Press key to select the menu Print settings.
Indication of print speed in mm/s (see chapter Technical Data). The
print speed can be determined for each print order anew.
The setting of print speed affects also the test prints.
Value range: 50 … 600 mm/s
Step size: 10 mm/s
Indication of value to set the print intensity when using different
materials, print speeds or printing contents.
Value range: 10% …200 %.
Step size: 10%.
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
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 the next menu item.
Displacement of the complete print transverse to the paper direction.
The displacement is possible only up to the edges of the printing zone
and is determined by the width of the focal line in printhead.
Value range: −90.0 …+90.0.
Speed
(intermittent mode)
Contrast
Ribbon control
X displacement
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12.4 Maschine Parameters (Continuous Mode)
Switch on the direct print module and the display shows the main
menu.
Press key to access the function menu.
Press key as long as you arrive the Maschine Parameters
menu.
Press key to select the menu.
It is not possible to start printing by the interface. The machine is
always in control mode and the print is released by the control input
Print Start. The operating mode is normally transferred with each
layout otherwise mode I/O dynamic continuous is used as standard
operating mode.
Press keys and to select the desired operating mode and/or to
change the mode. The following modes are available:
IO ST
IO static
The input signal is evaluated, i.e. it is printed as
long as the signal exists. The number of layouts,
which was entered at print start, is printed (level
evaluation of print start signal).
IO ST F
IO static continuous
Corresponds to IO static. Continuous means that
not only a defined number of pieces is processed
but the same layout is printed as long as new data
is transferred by interface.
IO DY
IO dynamic
The external signal is evaluated dynamically, i.e. in
case the direct print module is in 'waiting' mode a
single layout is printed at each signal changing
(flank evaluation of print start signal).
IO DY F
IO dynamic continuous
Corresponds to IO dynamic. Continuous means that
not only a defined number of pieces is processed
but the same layout is printed as long as new data
is transferred by interface.
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).
Direct start
A print order is transferred. After termination of
generating process the print order is executed
without an external signal.
Operating mode
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Press key to arrive the next menu item.
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.
Settings possible either in mm or ms. Place cursor at the mm and/or
ms position, press key to change between mm and ms.
Value range: 1 … 999 mm
Figure 30
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
Indication of position of print carriage in mm.
Value range: 12 … 93 mm
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
Indication of number of printed layouts per print start (cycle).
Value range: 1 … 25.
Figure 31
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
Check material speed at print start signal
Off (Default): Material speed is only checked if the set offset value is
taken into consideration. It is possible to activate print start signal
although the material is not yet in move. However, until the end the
material speed has to be inside the valid speed sector as otherwise
the print order is cancelled.
On: Material speed is checked at print start signal. Is the material
speed outside of the valid speed sector then the start signal is
ignored.
Print offset
Print position
Layouts/cycle
Check speed on start
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Press key to arrive the next menu item.
Encoder resolution / material feed per encoder rotation
Indication of resolution of used encoder and material feed per rotation
of encoder in mm. These settings help measuring the material speed.
The material feeding per encoder rotation corresponds for instance, in
a 1:1 translation between the encoder and the roller, to the roller
circumference.
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
Indication of material speed (only for reading purposes).
12.5 Maschinen Parameter (intermittierender Modus)
Switch on the direct print module and the display shows the main
menu.
Press key to access the function menu.
Press key as long as you arrive the Maschine Parameters
menu.
Press key to select the menu.
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.
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.
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).
Direct start
A print order is transferred. After termination of
generating process the print order is executed
without an external signal.
Resolution
Material speed
Operating mode
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Press key to arrive the next menu item.
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
600 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 … 600 mm/s.
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
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 the next menu item.
Indication of start position of print carriage in mm.
Value range: 0 … 93 mm
Default: 83 mm
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
Indication of the number of printed layouts per print start (cycle).
Value range: 1 … 25.
Back speed
Print offset
Print position
Layouts/cycle
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12.6 Layout Settings
Switch on the direct print module and the display shows the main
menu.
Press key to access the function menu.
Press key as long as you arrive the Layout Settings menu.
Press key to select the menu.
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 the next menu item.
Indication of width of one layout as well as how many layouts are
placed side by side (see chapter 17.1 Column Printing, page 109).
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
Selection of the used transfer ribbon material.
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
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 the next menu item.
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.
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
The adjustment of layout is effected only after Flip/Rotate Layout, 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.
Print length
Column printing
Material selection
Flip layout
Rotate layout
Alignment
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12.7 Ribbon Save (Continuous Mode)
Switch on the direct print module and the display shows the main
menu.
Press key to access the function menu.
Press key as long as you arrive the Ribbon Save menu.
Press key to select the menu.
Press keys and to select the desired ribbon save mode.
Off
No ribbon save.
Standard
Maximum ribbon save performance, i.e. with this
setting there is no loss of transfer ribbon (apart from
the safety distance of 1 mm, so the print fields are not
printed one into the other).
No settings are allowed with which the ribbon save no
more cannot be achieved. This particularly applies for
the print offset, which can only be adjusted now in the
valid range (see chapter 18.2, page 116).
Shift
Layout data can be printed several times laterally
displaced. A maximum utilization of transfer ribbon can
be achieved (see chapter 18.3, page 119).
SaveStrt
No start signal loss, direct print module regulates the
ribbon save quality automatically according to
requirement.
Automatic layout ribbon save and field ribbon save,
each without feedback (see chapter 18.4, page 122).
Determination of max. print speed.
On the base of this value all necessary calculations e.g. feedback
distance and smallest possible print offset are being calculated.
Example
Speed = 400
Mode = Standard
Very good ribbon save result between
50 mm/s and 400 mm/s.
However, if you print with a speed higher than 400 mm/s, then the
ribbon save result is decreased and/or the ribbon save can no longer
be executed, because the back-feed way was designed to 400 mm/s.
Please consider: if speed is set to 400 and only 300 mm/s are printed,
then a smaller number of cycles is reached as if speed is set to 300,
however a reserve of 100 mm/s is still available.
Therefore the speed value should be always set to the maximum print
speed. If the number of cycles is not sufficient, the rewind correction
should be applied.
Mode
Speed
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12.8 Ribbon Save (Intermittent Mode)
Switch on the direct print module and the display shows the main
menu.
Press key to access the function menu.
Press key as long as you arrive the Ribbon Save menu.
Press key to select the menu.
Press keys and to select the desired ribbon save mode.
Off
No ribbon saving.
Standard
Maximum ribbon save performance, i.e. with this
setting there is no loss of transfer ribbon (apart from
the safety distance of 1 mm, so the print fields are not
printed one into the other).
No settings are allowed with which the ribbon save no
more cannot be achieved. This particularly applies for
the print offset, which can only be adjusted now in the
valid range (see chapter 18.5, page 123).
Shift
Layout data can be printed several times laterally
displaced. A maximum utilisation of transfer ribbon can
be achieved (see chapter 18.6, page 124).
Mode
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12.9 Device Settings
Switch on the direct print module and the display shows the main
menu.
Press key to access the function menu.
Press key as long as you arrive the Device Settings menu.
Press key to select the menu.
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 the next menu item.
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 the next menu item.
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 the next menu item.
On: An acoustic signal is audible when pressing a key.
Ein: Valur range: 1 … 7.
Off: No signal is audible.
Setting of display contrast.
Value range: 35 …85.
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
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, Czech, Russian and Chinese (option).
Field handling
Codepage
External parameters
Buzzer
Display
Language
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Press key to arrive the next menu item.
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 the next menu item.
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 the next menu item.
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 17.2, page 110).
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
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 17.3, page 112).
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
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.
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 the next menu item.
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.
Keyboard layout
Customized entry
Hotstart
Password protection
Layout confirmation
D/Me
Standard layout
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12.10 I/O Parameters
Switch on the direct print module and the display shows the main
menu.
Press key to access the function menu.
Press key as long as you arrive the I/O Parameters menu.
Press key to select the menu.
Indication of signal at which a print order is started
+
=
active signal level is 'high' (1)
-
=
active signal level is 'low' (0)
x
=
signal level is not activated
s
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 the next menu item.
Angabe des Signalpegels für Ausgabesignal.
+
=
active signal level is 'high' (1)
-
=
active signal level is 'low' (0)
s
=
status can be affected by interface *
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
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 the next menu item.
Indication in time per second of the delay for the start signal.
Value range: 0.00 to 9.99.
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
On: If a print order is active but the direct print module is not ready to
process the order (e.g. if it is already in 'printing' mode), then an error
message appears.
Off: No error message appears.
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
Selection of the available configurations Std_Direct (factory setting) or
StdFileSelDirect.
The corresponding assignment is indicated on the following page.
*
in combination with Netstar PLUS
IN signal level
OUT signal level
Debounce
Start signal delay
Not ready: error
I/O Profile
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Print start (Input)
2
No function
3
Counter reset (Input)
4
No function
5
Error confirmation (Input)
6
No function
7
No function
8
No function
9
Error (Output)
10
No function
11
No function
12
Printing (Output)
13
Ready (Output)
14
No function
15
Backfeed
16
Transfer ribbon prior warning (Output)
1
Print start (Input)
2
Error confirmation (Input)
3
Number of the file to load Bit 0 (Input)
4
Number of the file to load Bit 1 (Input)
5
Number of the file to load 2 (Input)
6
Number of the file to load 3 (Input)
7
Number of the file to load 4 (Input)
8
Number of the file to load 5 (Input)
9
Error (Output)
10
No function
11
No function
12
No function
13
Ready (Output)
14
No function
15
Backfeed
16
Transfer ribbon prior warning (Output)
List of registered
functions for
Std_Direct
List of registered
functions for
StdFileSelDirect
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12.11 Network
Switch on the direct print module and the display shows the main
menu.
Press key to access the function menu.
Press key as long as you arrive the Network menu.
Press key to select the menu.
For more information, please see the separate manual.
12.12 Remote console
Switch on the direct print module and the display shows the main
menu.
Press key to access the function menu.
Press key as long as you arrive the Remote console menu.
Press key to select the menu.
For more information please contact our sales department.
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12.13 Interface
Switch on the direct print module and the display shows the main
menu.
Press key to access the function menu.
Press key as long as you arrive 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:
Indication of bits which are transferred per second (speed of data
transfer).
Value range: 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600 and
115200.
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 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 the next menu item.
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 the next menu item.
Check whether the data are transferred via the interface.
Press the and keys to select standard (on). Press the
key and the data sent via any port (COM1, LPT, USB, TCP/IP) is
printed.
COM1 / Baud /
P / D / S
Start sign / End sign
Data memory
Porttest
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12.14 Emulation
Switch on the direct print module and the display shows the main
menu.
Press key to access the function menu.
Press key as long as you arrive the Emulation menu.
Press key to select the menu.
CVPL: Carl Valentin Programming Language
ZPL: Zebra® Programming Language
Change between CVPL protocol and ZPL II® protocol.
Press key to confirm the selection.
The direct print module performs a restart and ZPL II® commands are
transformed into CVPL commands internally by the direct print module
and then executed by the direct print module.
In menu Protocol, press key to arrive the next menu item.
At activated ZPL II® emulation the printhead resolution of the emulated
direct print module 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 the next menu item.
The access to Zebra® drives
B: CF card
R: RAM Disk (standard drive, if not indicated)
is rerouted to the corresponding Valentin drives
A: CF
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 direct print module 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.
Protocol
Printhead resolution
Drive mapping
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12.15 Date & Time
Switch on the direct print module and the display shows the main
menu.
Press key to access the function menu.
Press key as long as you arrive the Date/Time menu.
Press key to select the menu.
The upper line of display shows the current date, the second line the
current time. Press keys to arrive the next input field. Press
keys and to increase and/or decrease the figures at the cursor
position.
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
On: Module automatically adjust clock for daylight saving changes.
Off: Summertime is not automatically recognized and adjusted.
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
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 the next menu item.
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 the next menu item.
By means of this function you can define the time when you want to
start summertime.
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
Select the format in which you want to define end of summertime. The
example above indicates the default setting (European format).
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
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 the next menu item.
By means of this function you can define the time when you want to
stop summertime.
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
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 direct print module time set currently.
Setting of
date and time
Summertime
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
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12.16 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.
Switch on the direct print module and the display shows the main
menu.
Press key to access the function menu.
Press key as long as you arrive the Service Functions menu.
Press key to select the menu.
H
=
Cover switch
Only available at devices with cover switch.
0 = oper cover
1 = closed cover
P
=
Pressure
Indication of value 0 or 1 or compressed air control.
R1
=
Transfer ribbon rewinding roll
Indication of transfer ribbon rewinding roll status.
4 states are indicated (no marking in photocell, marking from
right, marking from left, marking completely in photocell).
R2
=
Transfer ribbon unwinding roll
Indication of transfer ribbon unwinding roll status.
4 states are indicated (no marking in photocell, marking from
right, marking from left, marking completely in photocell).
C
=
Carriage
Indication of print carriage position.
ENC
=
Encoder
Indication of current state of encoder
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
D: Indication of printhead attainment in meters.
G: Indication of direct print module attainment in meters.
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
To achieve a high print quality, the indicated Ohm value must be set
after an exchange of printhead.
Photocell parameters
Laufleistung
Heater resistance
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Press key to arrive the next menu item.
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 the next menu item.
Selection of the used transfer ribbon length (300 m, 450 m, 600 m,
900 m or 1000 m). With smaller ribbons, a higher number of cycles
can be reached.
Selection of the coating side of transfer ribbon, either outside or
inside.
Default: Coating outside
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
Adjustment of brake power for acceleration and braking in %.
Adjustment of brake power during printing.
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
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 the next menu item.
Indication of level for inputs of the IO parameters.
0 = Low
1 = High
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
Indication of the level for outputs of the IO parameters.
0 = Low
1 = High
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
Diagnostic:
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
The encoder values with print start in logging files are registered on
CF card. By means of this data, a graphic chart of the encoder curve
can be created.
For further information please contact our support department.
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
DiaRW = Diameter of transfer ribbon rewinding roll.
DiaRU = Diameter of transfer ribbon unwinding roll.
Printhead temperature
Ribbon
Ink side
Brake Power
Brake Power P
Print examples
Input
Output
Encoder Profiling
Diameters of transfer
ribbon rolls
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Press key to arrive the next menu item.
Number of values by which the encoder signals is averaged. The
more higher the value the more slowly react the device to speed
modifications.
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
Relevant results are counted and registered in RAM memory. The
protocole get lost after switching off the device.
IgnrStrt = Counter for ignored start signals.
IntPrts = Counter for cancelled print orders.
With the cursor select the value of which you need more information
and then press key .
NJb =No job
Counter for ignored start signals because the print order was not
active.
NRd = Not ready
Counter for ignored start signals because the print order was not
ready (stopped or error message).
Prt = Printing
Counter for ignored start signals, during the device prints/is active.
MS/I = Manual stopped/interrupted
Stop key onto foil keyboard, panel or in a program was pressed.
ItfI = Interface interrupted
The print order was cancelled because new data was received by an
interface.
SpedS = Speed stopped
The print order was cancelled because the measured print speed was
too slow.
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
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.
Encoder average
I/O Status
Online / Offline
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Press key to arrive the next menu item.
Before the end of transfer ribbon, a signal is send by the control
output.
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).
Transfer ribbon
advance warning
Warning diameter
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12.17 Main Menu
Switch on the direct print module and the display shows the main
menu. The main menu shows information such as module type,
current date and time, version number of firmware and the used
FPGA.
The selected display is shown for a short time, then the indication
returns to the first information.
Press key to arrive the next information display.
12.18 Display During Printing
The direct print module is in 'waiting' mode, i.e. ready to receive data.
Press key to interrupt an active print order.
The display shows the following:
Press key key to continue the interrupted print order.
In case an active print order was interrupted by means of key
and afterwards key pressed, then the print order was cancelled
and the direct print module changes to the main menu.
During the print order the number of layouts which already printed is
indicated. Press the key to change to the menu item 'material
speed'.
Press the key to change to the menu item 'print offset'. The
print offset can be changed during the running print order.
Press once more the key and the direct print module changes
again to the initial position, i.e. to the 'waiting' mode.
TESTETI: wait
Printed: 00000
TESTETI: ST 0
Printed: I00000
Material speed
300 mm/s
Print Offset
(mm) 10.0
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13 Compact Flash Card / USB Memory Stick
13.1 General Information
On the back side of the label printer is the slot for the CF card and the
USB port for inserting the USB memory stick.
The mass storage menu (memory menu) permits the access to CF
cards or USB memory sticks attached to the printer. Among loading
and saving labels simple operations of contents are possible such as
delete files/directories, copy files/directories or formatting.
NOTICE!
In case of a malfunction of the original memory medium it is
recommend to copy the most important data by means of a
commercial Card Reader.
13.2 Display Structure
Load layout
A:\STANDARD
File_name1.prn
File_name2.prn
File_name3.prn
File_name4.prn
1 = Current function
2 = 2-lined header
3 = Scroll range
4 = File names / directory names
5 = Marking of the selected file (cursor)
6 = Current path (drive:\directory)
The two-line header (2) contains the current function name (1) and the
current path (6).
The four-line scroll range indicates a list of files/directories. The first
entry (marked with an arrow) is the active one. To this file/directory
and/or these files/directories refer all actions.
NOTICE!
Three drives are available.
A:\ indicates the CF card.
U:\ indicates the USB memory stick.
U:\ (only one stick can be inserted)
R:\ indicates the RAM (ZPL Emulation).
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13.3 Navigation
The memory menu is operated with the keys of the foil keyboard of
the control unit or with different function keys of an attached USB
keyboard.
Return to the previous menu.
Function Load layout: Change to the File
Explorer.
File Explorer: Change to the 'context
menu'.
Select a file/directory if a multiple
selection is possible.
Main menu: Access to the memory menu.
File Explorer: Create a new file.
Start the current function for the active
file/directory.
Change to the superordinate directory.
Change to the currently marked directory.
In the current directory scroll upwards.
In the current directory scroll downwards.
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13.4 Define User Directory
NOTICE!
An user directory is to be defined:
before using and/or navigating through the memory menu.
if formatting of CF card is effected at PC and thus the
STANDARD directory was not created automatically.
The user directory is the root directory in which the user saves usually
the most frequently used files/layouts. The utilisation of the user
directory permits the quick and direct access to the files saved in the
defined user directory. The definition of an user directory saves thus a
long search of the file to be printed.
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Press key to access to the memory menu.
Press key to call the File Explorer.
Press keys , , , to select the directory.
Press key to display all available functions.
Select the function Set as user dir and press key to confirm the
selection.
Press key as long as the printer returned to the main menu.
At the next start of the memory menu the selected directory is
displayed as user directory.
13.5 Load Layout
Loads a layout within a defined user directory. The function allows
quick access to the desired layout as only layout files are displayed
and directories hidden.
Press key to access to the memory menu.
Press keys , , , to select the layout to be printed.
Press key to confirm the selection.
The printer display shows automatically the window to insert the
number of copies which are to print.
Select the number of copies which are to be printed.
Press key to start the print order.
NOTICE!
The directory CANNOT be changed here. A change of directory
MUST be made in the File Explorer with the function Change
directory.
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13.6 File Explorer
The File Explorer is the file manager of the printing system. The File
Explorer provides the main functions for the user interface of memory
menu.
In the user directory, press key to access to the File Explorer.
Following functions are available:
Change drive and/or directory
Load file
Save layout and/or configuration
Delete file(s)
Format CF card
Copy file(s)
Selection of drive and/or directory in which the files are saved.
Press key to access to the memory menu.
Press key to call the File Explorer.
Press keys , , , to select the directory.
Press key to confirm the selection.
The selected directory is now displayed.
Change drive/directory
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Loads a file. This can be a configuration saved before, a layout, etc.
Press key to access to the memory menu.
Press key to call the File Explorer.
Press keys and to select the file.
Press key to load the selected file.
If the selected file is a layout, then the number of copies to print can
be entered immediately.
Saves the currently loaded layout under the selected name.
Press key to access to the memory menu.
Press key to call the File Explorer.
Press key to change to the menu Save file.
Selct the function Savel layout and confirm the selection with key
.
If an USB keyboard is attached a new file name for noname can be
assigned.
Load file
Save layout
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Saves the complete, current printer configuration under the selected
name.
Press key to access to the memory menu.
Press key to call the File Explorer.
Press key to change to the menu Save file.
Selct the function Save configuration and confirm the selection with
key .
If an USB keyboard is attached a new file name for config.cfg can be
assigned.
Deletes one or more files and/or directories irrevocably. With the
deletion of a directory both the contained files and the subdirectories
are deleted.
Press key to access to the memory menu.
Press key to call the File Explorer.
Press keys and to select the file.
Press key to mark the files which are to be deleted. The marked
entries are listed with *. Repeat this procedure until all desired files
and/or directories are marked for deletion.
Press key to call the context menu.
Select the function Delete and confirm the selection with key .
NOTICE!
The deleting procedure is irreversible!
Save configuration
Delete file(s)
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Formats irrevocably the memory card.
NOTICE!
USB sticks cannot be formatted at the printer!
Press key to access to the memory menu.
Press key to call the File Explorer.
Select the drive which is to format with the navigation keys.
Press key to call the context menu.
Select the function Format and confirm the selection with key .
Formatting
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Creates a duplicate of the original file and/or the original directory to
make changes independently of the original.
Press key to access to the memory menu.
Press key to call the File Explorer.
Press keys and to select the file.
Press key to mark the files which are to be copied. The marked
entries are listed with *. Repeat this procedure until all desired files
and/or directories are marked for copying.
Press key to call the context menu.
Select the function Copy and confirm the selection with key .
Select the target storage with the navigation keys and press key
to confirm the selection.
Copying
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13.7 Firmware Update
Starting from firmware version 1.58 it is possible to make a firmware
update also via the memory menu. Both the USB stick as well as the
CF card can be used for this.
On the CF card / USB memory stick a directory is created in which the
necessary update files are stored (firmware.prn, data.prn). By means
of the function Load file the file firmware.prn is selected/loaded. In the
first step the printer executes the firmware update. After the necessary
restart automatically the file data.prn is loaded. In this way the
remaining components were updated. is After a renewed restart the
update procedure is finished.
13.8 Filter
For certain functions a filter mask or a file name of a file which is to be
saved can be entered. This input is indicated in the path line. It is
possible with the filter mask to look for certain files. For example, with
the input of 'L' only the files are listed whose character string starts
with 'L' (regardless of upper and lower cases).
Procedure
Without filter
With filter
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14 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 14.1, page 85).
As necessary.
Cleaning transfer ribbon roller
(see chapter 14.2, page 86).
Each time the transfer ribbon is
changed or when the printout is
adversely affected.
Cleaning printhead
(see chapter 14.3, page 85).
Each time the transfer ribbon is
changed or when the printout is
adversely affected.
Replacing printhead
(see chapter 14.4, page 87).
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.
14.1 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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14.2 Cleaning the Transfer Ribbon Roller
A soiled print roll can lead to reduced print quality and can affect
transport of material.
A
Figure 32
1. Remove transfer ribbon cassette.
2. Remove deposits with roller cleaner and a soft cloth.
3. If the roller (A) appears damaged, replace it.
14.3 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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14.4 Replacing the Printhead
D
C
B
A
Figure 33
CAUTION!
The printhead can be damaged
by static electricity discharges
and impacts!
Set up the device on a
grounded, conductive
surface.
Ground your body, e.g. by
wearing a grounded
wristband.
Do not touch contacts on
the plug connections (2, 3).
Do not touch the printhead
with hard objects or your
hands.
1. Remove ribbon cassette.
2. Move printhead unit in an appropriate service position.
3. Press printhead support (C) slightly downwards until an Allen key
(2.5) can be inserted in the screws (A).
4. Remove screws (A) and afterwards the printhead (B).
5. Remove rear-mounted connection assembly from printhead
1. Insert connection assembly to the new printhead.
2. Position printhead in printhead support (C), so the engaging
pieces catch in the appropriate holes in the printhead (B).
3. Hold printhead holder (C) with a finger slightly on the pressure roll
and check the correct position of printhead (B).
4. Screw in screw (A) and tighten it with an Allen key.
5. Insert again ribbon cassette (see chapter 9, page 37).
6. Enter the resistance value of the new printhead in the menu
Service Functions/Heater resistance. The value is indicated on the
type plate of printhead.
7. Start a test print to check printhead position.
Removing the
printhead
Installing the printhead
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14.5 Angle adjustment*
Figure 34
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 (A).
2. Move adjusting part (B) to adjust the angle between printhead and
printhead support.
move downwards = decrease angle
move upwards = increase angle
3. Tighten again the Allen head screws (A).
4. Start a print order with approx. 3 layouts to check the correct
unwrinkled ribbon run.
NOTICE!
The slots (C) serve for position control. Pay attention to a
parallel adjustment.
*
intermittent mode
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14.6 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
Mögliche Behebung
Regular inferior print quality
Increase contrast
Increase pressure
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 (too soft)
Change print 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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14.7 Cycle optimisation*
NOTICE!
The cycle is a finished print cycle per a unit of time.
Figure 35
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.
Switch off foil saving automatic.
Optimise the layout to a short print way, i.e. less blanks, no
borders at the top res. bottom, rotate the layout.
*
intermittent mode
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15 Signal Diagrams
15.1 Continuous Mode
NOTICE!
The line 'data receipt' indicates when the direct print module
receives data.
Number of layouts per print order: 1
Data memory: standard
Ribbon save: On
Trigger input print start: increasing slope
In 'dispensing mode: dynamic' the layout distance onto the material is
not determined by the layout length but by the time between start
impulse and print start input.
Because of the fact that the setting 'data memory: standard' the next
print order is generated after the previous one is finished and a print
order is only finished after the feed of the complete layout, the
smallest possible time between two start impulses depends also from
the layout length.
In case the printable data is only at the beginning of the layout and the
rest of the layout is empty, then it is possible to decrease the time of
start impulse by minimising the layout length (not for 'data memory:
extended').
As soon as the generation of a layout is finished, a new one is send to
the direct print module. The time of receipt for the first layout is
normally shorter because at this time the direct print module has no
further action. At receipt of the following layout, the time of receipt is
longer because the direct print module receives data and prints at the
same time.
Dispensing mode:
Dynamic
Layout
Data receipt
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Number of layouts per print order: 1
Data memory: extended
Ribbon save: On
Trigger input print start: increasing slope
For a better comparison we used the same layouts as before.
As soon as the generation of the layout is finished a new one is send
to the direct print module.
The time of receipt for the first layout is normally shorter because at
this time the direct print module has no further action. At receipt of the
following layout, the time of receipt is longer because the direct print
module receives data and prints at the same time.
In mode 'data memory: extended' already received data is always
generated after the start of a print order.
Before the current print order is finished the next one is already
generated. The signal output is therefore active and the next start
impulse can be send.
Before the next start impulse is send, the print has to be finished as
otherwise the impulse is ignored.
Layout
Data receipt
Data receipt/
generation
Generation
Print order
Print
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Number of layouts per print order: 3
Data memory: Off/standard/extended
Ribbon save: On
Trigger input print start: increasing slope
The use of printer variables means that each layout is different and
the direct print module has to generate several parts of the layout
anew, e.g. variable counter.
Each of the 3 layouts which are to print are the same and therefore it
is only necessary to generate the layout once.
Because only 1 print order is send, the direct print module has only to
receive once.
As the print order consists of 3 layouts, the print order output is active
as long as all 3 layouts are printed.
In dispensing mode dynamic only the slope of the start impulse is
recognised as valid print start signal. However, the impulse should
have a minimum impulse width of 50 ms.
Layout/generation with
module variables
Layout/generation
without module
variables
Data receipt
Print order
Print start/print
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Number of layouts per print order: 4
Data memory: Off/standard/extended
Ribbon save: On
Trigger input print start: level High
4 layouts with counter.
In 'dispensing mode: static' the level of the start impulse is recognised
as valid start signal. In case the level is activated then the print is
continued immediately if the following layout is already generated.
After deleting the signal, the machine prints until the end of the current
layout and then the direct print module waits for the next start impulse.
Dispensing Mode:
Static
Layout
Print start/print
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15.2 Intermittent Mode
Mode 1
(single item
processing)
Mode 2
(continuous mode)
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Mode 4
(continuous mode,
return without 'layout
printing' signal)
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16 Error correction
Error message
Cause
Remedy
1
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.
2
Line too low
Line rises up completely or
partly over the bottom edge of
label.
Move line up (reduce X value).
Check rotation and font.
3
Character set
One res. several characters of
the text is res. are not available
in the selected font.
Change text.
Change font.
4
Unknown code type
Selected code is not available.
Check code type.
5
Unvalid position
Selected position is not
available.
Check position.
6
CV font
Selected font is not available.
Check font.
7
Vector font
Selected font is not available.
Check font.
8
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.
9
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.
10
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).
11
COM FRAMING
Stop bit error.
Check stop bits.
Check baud rate.
Check cable (printer and PC).
12
COM PARITY
Parity error.
Check parity.
Check baud rate.
Check cable (printer and PC).
13
COM OVERRUN
Loss of data at serial interface
(RS-232).
Check baud rate.
Check cable (printer and PC).
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Error message
Cause
Remedy
14
Field numer
Received line number is invalid
at RS-232 and Centronics.
Check sent data.
Check connection PC - printer.
15
Length mask
Invalid length of received mask
statement.
Check sent data.
Check connection PC - printer.
16
Unknown mask
Transferred mask statement is
invalid.
Check sent data.
Check connection PC - printer.
17
Missing ETB
No end of data found.
Check sent data.
Check connection PC - printer.
18
Invalid character
One res. several characters of
the text is res. are not available
in the selected font.
Change text.
Change font.
19
Invalid statement
Unknown transferred data
record.
Check sent data.
Check connection PC - printer.
20
Invalid check digit
For check digit control the
entered res. received check
digit is wrong.
Calculate check digit anew.
Check code data.
21
Invalid SC number
Selected SC factor is invalid for
EAN res. UPC.
Check SC factor.
22
Invalid number of
digits
Entered digits for EAN res.
UPC are invalid
< 12; > 13.
Check number of digits.
23
Check digit
calculation
Selected check digit calculation
is not available in the bar code.
Check calculation of check
digit.
Check bar code type.
24
Invalid extension
Selected zoom factor is not
available.
Check zoom factor.
25
Offset sign
Entered sign is not available.
Check offset value.
26
Offset value
Entered offset value is invalid.
Check offset value.
27
Printhead
temperature
Printhead temperature is too
high.
Defective printhead sensing
device.
Reduce contrast.
Change printhead.
28
Cutter error
With cut an error occurred.
Paper jam.
Check label run.
Check cutter run.
29
Invalid parameter
Entered data do not correspond
to the characters allowed from
the application identifier.
Check code data.
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Error message
Cause
Remedy
30
Application
Identifier
Selected application identifier is
not available in GS1-128.
Check code data.
31
HIBC definition
F Missing HIBC system sign.
Missing primary code.
Check definition of HIBC code.
32
System clock
Real Time Clock function is
selected but the battery is
empty.
Defective RTC.
Change battery.
Change RTC component.
33
No CF interface
Interrupted connection CPU CF card.
Defective CF card interface.
Check connection CPU - CF
card interface.
Check CF card interface.
34
No print memory
No print CF found.
Check CF assembly on CPU.
35
Cover open
At start of a print order the
printhead is open.
Close the printhead and start
print order anew.
36
BCD invalid format
BCD error
Invalid format for the
calculation of Euro variable.
Check entered format.
37
BCD overflow
BCD error
Invalid format for the
calculation of Euro variable.
Check entered format.
38
BCD division
BCD error
Invalid format for the
calculation of Euro variable.
Check entered format.
39
FLASH ERROR
Flash component error.
Run a software update.
Change CPU.
40
Length command
Invalid length of the received
command statement.
Check data sent.
Check connection PC - printer.
41
No drive
CF card not found / not
correctly inserted.
Insert CF card correctly.
42
Drive error
Impossible to read CF card
(faulty).
Check CF card, if necessary
change it.
43
Not formatted
CF Card not formatted.
Format CF card.
44
Delete current
directory
Attempt to delete the actual
directory.
Change directory.
45
Path too long
Too long indication of path.
Indicate a shorter path.
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Error correction
Dynacode IP Series
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Operating Manual
08.16
Error message
Cause
Remedy
46
Drive writeprotected
Memory card is write-protected.
Deactivate write protection.
47
Directory not file
Attempt to indicate a directory
as file name.
Correct your entry.
48
File already open
Attempt to change a file during
an access is active.
Select another file.
49
No file/directory
File does not exist on CF card.
Check file name.
50
Invalid file name
File name contains invalid
characters.
Correct entry of name, remove
special characters.
51
Internal file error
Internal file system error.
Please contact your distributor.
52
Root full
The max. number (64) of main
directory entries is reached.
Delete at least one main
directory entry and create
subdirectories.
53
Drive full
Maximum CF capacity is
reached.
Use new CF Card, delete no
longer required files.
54
File/directory
exists
The selected file/directory
already exists.
Check name, select a different
name.
55
File too large
During copying procedure not
enough memory space onto
target drive available.
Use a larger target card.
56
No update file
Errors in update file of
firmware.
Start update file anew.
57
Invalid graphic file
The selected file does not
contain graphic data.
Check file name.
58
Directory not empty
Attempt to delete a not empty
directory.
Delete all files and subdirectories in the desired
directory.
59
No interface
No CF card drive found.
Check connection of CF card
drive.
Contact your distributor
60
No CF card
No CF card is inserted.
Insert CF card in the slot.
61
Webserver error
Error at start of web server.
Please contact your distributor.
62
Wrong FPGA
The direct print module is
equipped with the wrong
FPGA.
Please contact your distributor.
63
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.
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