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not a registered brand or a registered trademark.
Carl Valentin print modules comply with the following safety
guidelines:
CE
EG Low-Voltage Directive (2006/95/EC)
EG Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (2004/108/EG)
EG Machinery Directive (2006/42/EG)
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Postfach 3744
78026 Villingen-Schwenningen
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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 Product Description ................................................................. 6
2 Safety Instructions ................................................................ 7
2.1 Operating Conditions ............................................................... 9
3 Technical Data ..................................................................... 13
3.1 Control inputs and outputs .................................................... 16
3.2 Signal Diagrams .................................................................... 21
4 Installation ............................................................................ 23
4.1 Setting up the Print Module ................................................... 23
4.2 Connecting the Print Module ................................................. 24
4.3 Connecting the CV Rewinder for Backing Paper .................. 24
4.4 Connector Pin Assignment (Front Side) ................................ 25
4.5 Connector Pin Assignment (Back Side) ................................ 26
4.6 Start-Up ................................................................................. 27
5 Loading Media ..................................................................... 29
5.1 Loading Label Roll in Dispenser Mode ................................. 29
5.2 Loading Labels in Passing Mode .......................................... 30
5.3 Loading Transfer Ribbon ....................................................... 31
6 Function Menu ..................................................................... 33
6.1 Operation Panel ..................................................................... 33
6.2 Menu Structure ...................................................................... 34
6.3 Print settings .......................................................................... 38
6.4 Label Layout .......................................................................... 39
6.5 Device Settings ...................................................................... 41
6.6 Dispenser I/O ......................................................................... 44
6.7 Network ................................................................................. 48
6.8 Remote Console .................................................................... 48
6.9 Interface ................................................................................. 49
6.10 Emulation ............................................................................... 50
6.11 Datum & Uhrzeit .................................................................... 51
6.12 Service Functions .................................................................. 52
6.13 Main Menu ............................................................................. 55
7 Options ................................................................................. 57
7.1 Label Applicator ..................................................................... 57
7.2 WLAN .................................................................................... 61
7.3 RFID ...................................................................................... 61
8 Compact Flash Card / USB Memory Stick ........................ 65
8.1 General Information ............................................................... 65
8.2 Display Structure ................................................................... 65
8.3 Navigation .............................................................................. 66
8.4 Define User Directory ............................................................ 67
8.5 Load Layout ........................................................................... 68
8.6 File Explorer .......................................................................... 69
8.7 Firmware Update ................................................................... 74
8.8 Filter ....................................................................................... 74
9 Maintenance and Cleaning ................................................. 75
9.1 General Cleaning................................................................... 76
9.2 Cleaning the Transfer Ribbon Drawing Roller ....................... 76
9.3 Cleaning the Printer Roller .................................................... 77
9.4 Cleaning the Printhead .......................................................... 78
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9.5 Cleaning the Label Photocell ................................................. 79
9.6 Replacing the Printhead (General Information) ..................... 80
9.7 Replacing the Printhead ........................................................ 81
9.8 Adjusting Printhead ............................................................... 82
10 Error correction ................................................................... 85
11 Additional Information ........................................................ 95
11.1 Column Printing ..................................................................... 95
11.2 Hotstart .................................................................................. 96
11.3 Password Protection.............................................................. 98
11.4 Backfeed/delay .................................................................... 100
11.5 Photocells ............................................................................ 102
11.6 Ultrasonic photocell (option) ................................................ 103
12 Environmentally-Friendly Disposal ................................. 101
13 Index ................................................................................... 103
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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 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 print
module or other property could be damaged while operating the
device.
The print module may only be used while in proper working order and
for the intended purpose. Users must be safe, aware of potential
dangers and must comply with the operating instructions. Faults, in
particular those which affect safety, must be remedied immediately.
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The print module is solely intended to print suitable media which have
been approved by the manufacturer. Any other or additional use is not
intended. The manufacturer/supplier is not liable for damage resulting
from misuse. Any misuse is at your own risk.
Intended used includes heeding the operating manual, including the
maintenance recommendations/regulations specified by the
manufacturer.
NOTICE!
The complete documentation is included in the scope of
delivery on CD ROM and can also currently be found in the
internet.
1.3 Product Description
Labels, textiles and plastic material can be printed with high resolution
both in dispensing mode and in passage mode. The assembly of the
print module is possible in horizontal and vertical position and owing
to its demountable and displaceable control panel the print module
can be integrated in almost each packaging process without any
problems.
The print module can be used in thermal as well as in thermal transfer
applications.
With 8 vector fonts, 6 bitmap fonts and 6 proportional fonts the 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 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.
Time-saving firmware update is possible by interface. As default, the
print module is equipped with a parallel, serial, USB and Ethernet
interface. Additionally, the print module is equipped with an USB Host
that permits the connection of an external USB keyboard and/or an
USB memory stick. The print module automatically recognizes by
which interface it is controlled.
The print module is delivered with a printer driver and the free label
software Labelstar Office LITE. Existing labels can be saved to a CF
card or an USB stick, opened and/or modified with a PC keyboard and
finally stand-alone printed.
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2 Safety Instructions
The print module is designed for power supply systems of
110-230V. Connect the 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 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 print module in a dry environment only and do not get it
wet (sprayed water, mist etc.).
Do not operate the print module in explosive atmosphere and not in
proximity of high voltage power lines.
Operate the print module only in an environment protected against
abrasive dust, swarf and other similar impurity.
If the direct print module is operated with the cover open, 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 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 print modules that draw your
attention to dangers. Therefore the warning stickers are not to be
removed as then you and others cannot be aware of dangers and may
be injured.
The printing unit must be integrated with the Emergency Stop circuit
when it is incorporated into the overall machine.
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Figure 1
CAUTION!
In consequence of the necessity of being able to insert the
thermal transfer ribbon in a convenient manner, the
requirements of EN 60950-1 regarding the risk of injuries to
the fingers are not complied with at the location marked with
arrows.
These requirements must be insured by means of
installation into the end device.
All isolating safety equipment must be installed before starting-up the
machine.
DANGER!
Danger to life and limb from power supply!
Do not open the casing.
CAUTION!
Two-pole fuse.
Before opening the housing cover, disconnect the
device from the mains supply and wait approx. 2 - 3
minutes until the power supply unit has discharged.
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2.1 Operating Conditions
Before initial operation and during operation these operating
conditions have to be observed to guarantee save and interferencefree service of our print modules.
Therefore please carefully read these operating conditions.
Shipment and storage of our print modules are only allowed in
original packing.
Installation and initial operation of 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
print modules are only recommended after careful study of our
manuals.
Operation of print modules is only allowed by especially trained
persons.
NOTICE!
Perform trainings regularly. Content of the training are chapter
2.1 (Operating Conditions), chapter 2.1 (Loading Media) and
chapter 9 (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 print module should be even, free of vibration
and currents of air are to be avoided.
The print modules have to be installed to ensure optimal operation
and servicing.
The installation of the power supply to connect our 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 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. You can use
one of the following possibilities:
Provide separate power supply to our print modules.
In case of problems please connect capacity-decoupled isolation
transformer or similar interference suppressor in front of our print
modules.
Emitted interference according to EN 61000-6-4: 2007 industrial
sector
Interference voltage to wires according to EN 55022: 09-2003
Interference field power according to EN 55022: 09-2003
System perturbation according to EN 61000-3-2: 09-2005
Flicker according to EN 61000-3-3: 05-2002
Immunity to interference according to EN 61000-6-2: 2006 industrial
sector
Stray radiation against discharge of static electricity according to
EN 61000-4-2: 12-2001
Electromagnetic fields according to EN 61000-4-3: 11-2003
Fast transient burst according to EN 61000-4-4: 07-2005
Surge according to EN 61000-4-5: 12-2001
High-frequency tension according to EN 61000-4-6: 12-2001
Voltage interruption and voltage drop according to EN 61000-4-
11: 02-2005
NOTICE!
This is a machine of type A. This machine can cause
interferences in residential areas; in this case it can be required
from operator to accomplish appropriate measures and be
responsible for it.
Technical data of
power supply
Anti-interference
measures
Stray radiation and
immunity from
disturbance
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EN 415-2 - Safety of pachaging machines
EN 60204-1:2006 - Safety of machinery - Electrical equipment of
machines - Part 1
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 line length:
with interface V 24 (RS-232C) - 3 m (with shielding)
with parallel interface - 3 m (with shielding)
USB - 3 m
Ethernet - 100 m
Protection according IP: 20
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 print modules not allowed)
Machine safety
Connecting lines to
external machines
Installation of
data lines
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 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 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 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 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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3 Technical Data
SPX II
103/8
SPX II
104/8
SPX II
106/12
SPX II
106/24
SPX II
108/12
SPX II
162/12
Print Resolution
203 dpi
203 dpi
300 dpi
600 dpi
300 dpi
300 dpi
Max. Print Speed
300 mm/s
300 mm/s
300 mm/s
100 mm/s
300 mm/s
200 mm/s
Print Width
104 mm
104 mm
105.7 mm
105.7 mm
108.4 mm
162.2 mm
Passage Width
116 mm
116 mm
116 mm
116 mm
116 mm
176 mm
Printhead
Flat Type
Flat Type
Flat Type
Flat Type
Flat Type
Flat Type
Acoustic emission (Mesuring distance 1 m)
Average sound power
level
66.4 dB(A)
62.3 d(B)A
63.7 dB(A)
68,4 dB(A)
67.8 dB(A)
65.1 dB(A)
Labels
Adhesive Labels or
Continuous Material
on rolls : paper, cardboard, textile, synthetics
Max. Material Weight
220 g/m² (larger on demand)
Min. Label Width
25 mm
25 mm
25 mm
25 mm
25 mm
50 mm
Min. Label Height
15 mm
15 mm
15 mm
15 mm
15 mm
15 mm
Max. Label Height
6000 mm
6000 mm
3000 mm
750 mm
3000 mm
2000 mm
Label Sensor
transmission
Transfer Ribbon
Ink
outside/inside
Max. Roll Diameter
Ø 90 mm
Core Diameter
25.4mm/1″
Max. Length
450 m
Max. Width
110 mm / 170 mm (SPX II 162)
Dimensions in mm (width x height x depth)
W x H x D
245x300x400 / 245x300x460 (SPX II 162)
Weight
12 kg / 14 kg (SPX II 162)
Electronics
Processor
High Speed 32 Bit
RAM
16 MB
Slot
for Compact Flash carte type I
Battery Cache
for Real-Time clock (storage of data with shut-down)
Warning Signal
Acoustic signal when error
Interfaces
Serial
RS-232C (up to 115200 Baud)
Parallel
SPP
USB
2.0 High Speed Slave
Ethernet
10/100 Base T, LPD, RawIP-Printing, DHCP, HTTP, FTP
2 x USB Master
Connection for external USB keyboard and memory stick
WLAN (option)
module 802.11 b/g/n WEP, WPA, WPA-PSK, WPA2, WPA2-PSK, EAP
Operating Conditions
Nominal Voltage
110 … 230V / 50 … 60 Hz
Power
275 VA
Current
2,5 A
Fuse Values
2x T5A 250 V
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Operating Conditions
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SPX II
104/8
SPX II
106/12
SPX II
106/24
SPX II
108/12
SPX II
162/12
Operating Temperature
5 … 35 °C
Humidity
max. 80% (not condensing)
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)
Label and device parameters, interfaces, password protection, variables
Monitoring
Stop printing if
End of ribbon, end of labels, 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, UTF-8
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°
Vector 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
Label software
Labelstar Office Lite
Labelstar Office
Windows 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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Real time clock with printout date and time
Automatic daylight saving time
Storage of data with shut-down
Variables: link field, counter, date/time, calculation and shift
variable, CF data
Thermal and thermal transfer version
Right and left version
Demountable and displaceable control panel
Inputs/Outputs
USB host for connection of an external USB keyboard and an
USB memory stick
RS-232 interface
Parallel interface
CVPL protocol and ZPL II® protocol
Label photocell (transmission)
Slot for CF card
Windows printer driver on CD ROM
Labelstar Office Lite on CD ROM
External label rewinder
External rewinder for backing paper
Externe control panel
Stainless steel casing
Ethernet interface
USB interface
WLAN interface
Label applicator
RFID
Dispenser unit with photocell
Dispenser unit without photocell
Ultrasonic photocell
External rewinder
Standard equipment
Optional equipment
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3.1 Control inputs and outputs
By means of a maximum of 16 control inputs and outputs which, in the
following, are also referred to as ports, different functions of the printer
system can be triggered and operating states can be displayed.
The ports are provided by means of a D-Sub bushing (26pin HD) at
the rear panel of the printer system and are galvanically isolated from
protective earth (PE) by means of an optocoupler semi-conductor
route.
Each port can be configured as input and as output. This function
however, is predefined in the printer software and cannot be changed
by the user.
The following parameters can be changed and set by using the menu:
debounce times and high or low active.
Figure 2
Printer, internal
circuitry
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Figure 3
Port 1 to Port 16 = Assignment for I/O Profile 'Std_Label'
Identification
Pin
Description / Function
Port 1
10
Print start (Input)
Port 2
1
Reprint last printed label (Input)
Port 3
11
Counter Reset (Input)
Port 4
2
Option applicator only:
Start application (Input)
Port 5
12
Error reset (Input)
Port 6
3
Cancel all print jobs (Input)
Port 7
13
No function
Port 8
4
No function
Port 9
15
Error (Output)
Port 10
6
Print order activ (Output)
Port 11
16
No function
Port 12
7
Single print (Output)
Port 13
17
Ready (Output)
Port 14
8
Option applicator only:
Ready for application (Output)
Port 15
18
No function
Port 16
9
Prior warning for transfer ribbon end (Output)
COM/VDC
for Inputs
19
Common reference potential of all control inputs. 'COM/VDC for
Inputs' is usually connected with the (-) terminal of the control voltage
and the control inputs are switched to active (+).
By means of the option '2nd LED', 'COM/VDC for Inputs' can
optionally be connected with the (+) terminal of the control voltage.
Then, the control inputs are switched to active (-).
VDC for
Outputs
20
Common supply connection of all control outputs. 'VDC for Outputs'
must be connected with the (+) terminal of the control voltage.
Never leave 'VDC for Outputs' open even if no output is used.
COM for
Outputs
5,14
21,22
Common reference potential of all control outputs. 'COM for Outputs'
must be connected with the (-) terminal of the control voltage.
Never leave 'COM for Outputs' open even if no output is used.
GND-PE
23,24
'GND-PE' is the reference potential of the '+5 VDC EXT' and '+24
VDC EXT' voltages provided by the printer system.
'GND-PE' is printer internally connected with protective earth (PE).
Configuration of
D-Sub socket
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Identification
Pin
Description / Function
+ 5 VDC
EXT
25
5 Volt DC output for external use. Max. 1 A.
This voltage is provided from direct print module and can be used e.g. as
control voltage. Never apply any external voltage to this output.
+ 24 VDC
EXT
26
24 Volt DC output for external use. Max. 1 A.
This voltage is provided from direct print module and can be used e.g. as
control voltage. Never apply any external voltage to this output.
Plug Connector
Type
D-Sub connector High Density
26-pin. / connector
Manufacturer
W+P-Products
Reference number
110-26-2-1-20
Output Voltages (connected with GND-PE)
+ 24 V / 1 A
Fuse: Polyswitch / 30 V / 1 A
+ 5 V / 1 A
Fuse: Polyswitch / 30 V / 1 A
Port 1 - 15
Input
Tension
5 VDC … 24 VDC
Impedance
47Ω + (100nF || 10 kΩ)
Output
Tension
5 VDC … 24 VDC
Impedance
47Ω + (100nF || 10 kΩ || 47Ω)
Current max.
High +15 mA
Low -15 mA
Port 16
Input
Tension
5 VDC … 24 VDC
Impedance
100nF || 10 kΩ
Output
Tension
5 VDC … 24 VDC
Impedance
100nF || 10 kΩ
Current max.
High +500 mA (Darlington BCP56-16)
Low - 500 mA (Darlington BCP56-16)
Optocoupler
Output
TCMT4106, CTR 100% - 300%, Vishay or
TLP281-4(GB), CTR 100% - 600%, Toshiba
Input
TCMT4106, CTR 100% - 300%, Vishay or
TLP281-4(GB), CTR 100% - 600%, Toshiba
Input
Option 2nd LED
TCMT4600, CTR 80% - 300%, Vishay or
TLP280-4, CTR 33% - 300%, Toshiba
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Device connection to a machine with S7-300 SPS.
Figure 4
Device connection to a operating panel.
Figure 5
Example 1
Example 2
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Device connection version if 'Option: 2. LED'.
Figure 6
When connecting a reed contact with a control input, the contact must
have a switching capacity of min. 1 A in order to prevent the contact
from sticking due to the inrush current. As an alternative, a suitable
resistor can be connected in series.
If one of the printer’s internal voltages '+5 VDC EXT' or '+24 VDC
EXT' is used, an external fuse e.g. 0.5 AF, should be additionally
installed to protect the printer electronics.
In the event of an inductive load, an antiparallel connected diode, for
instance, must be used to discharge the induction energy.
In order to minimise the influence of leakage currents at control
outputs, a resistor must, depending on what is connected, be installed
in parallel with the load.
In order to avoid any damages to the printing system, the max. output
currents must not be exceeded or outputs shorted.
Example 3
Precautions
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3.2 Signal Diagrams
Figure 7
Figure 8
Dispensing mode:
I/O dynamic
Dispensing mode:
I/O dynamic continuous
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4 Installation
Lift the print module out of the box.
Check the print module for transport damages.
Check delivery for completeness.
Print module.
Power cable.
Data cable for USB interface.
I/O accessories (female connectors for I/O I/O 24 cable).
1 transfer ribbon roll.
Dispenser edge (for devices with option dispenser only).
Empty core, mounted on transfer ribbon rewinder.
Cleaning foil for printhead.
Documentation.
CD with printer drivers.
Labelstar Office LITE CD ROM
NOTICE!
Retain original packaging for subsequent transport.
4.1 Setting up the Print Module
CAUTION!
The print module and the print media can be damaged by
moisture and water.
Set up the print module only in a dry place protected
from sprayed water.
Set up print module on a level, vibration-free and air draught-
free surface.
Open cover of print module.
Remove foam transportation safeguards near the printhead.
Unpack the print
module
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4.2 Connecting the Print Module
The print module is equipped with a versatile power supply unit. The
device may be operated with a mains voltage of 110-230V / 50-60 Hz
without any adjustments or modifications.
CAUTION!
The print module can be damaged by undefined switch-on
currents.
Set de power switch to '0' before plugging in the print
module.
Insert power cable into power connection socket.
Insert plug of power cable into a grounded electrical outlet.
NOTICE!
Insufficient or missing grounding can cause faults during
operation.
Ensure that all computers and connection cables connected to
the print module are grounded.
Connect print module to computer or network with a suitable
cable.
4.3 Connecting the CV Rewinder for Backing Paper
Switch off the print module.
Install the CV rewinder for backing paper with an external
mounting plate at the appropriate position at the packaging
machine.
Insert plugs of backing paper rewinder into the socket provided
for it (see page 25).
Tighten the lateral protective screws at the connection plug in
order to prevent an inadvertent removing of connection plug in
running operation.
CAUTION!
The print module can be damaged by defective hardware.
Switch on the print module.
After switching on the module the main menu appears
which shows the model type, current date and time
Connecting to the
power supply
Connecting to a
computer or
computer network
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4.4 Connector Pin Assignment (Front Side)
A CB
Figure 9
A =
Foil keyboard
B =
USB host for USB keyboard and memory stick
C =
Power switch
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4.5 Connector Pin Assignment (Back Side)
K
DE
J
H
F
A
B
C
I
G
Figure 10
A =
Add-on option for external control panel
B =
External inputs/outputs
C =
Add-on option for applicator preparation
D =
Power supply
E =
Winder connector
F =
CF card slot
G=
USB interface
H =
Serial interface RS-232
I =
Ethernet 10/100 interface
J =
USB host for USB keyboard
and memory stick
K =
Parallel inteface
A
H G
B
D
F
K
J
I
C
E
Figure 11
A =
CF card slot
B =
USB interface
C =
Serial interface RS-232
D =
Ethernet 10/100 interface
E =
USB host for USB keyboard
and memory stick
F =
Parallel interface
G=
Winder connector
H =
Power supply
I =
External inputs/outputs
J =
Add-on option for applicator preparation
K =
Add-on option for external control panel
Right version
Left version
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4.6 Start-Up
After all connections are made switch on the print module.
After switching on the print module the main menu appears which
shows the print module type, current date and time.
Insert label material and transfer ribbon (see chapter 5. Loading
Media, page 29).
Go to menu Label layout, select menu item Measure label and start
measuring (see chapter 6.4 Label Layout, page 39).
Press key to finish measuring.
NOTICE!
To enable correct measuring, at least two completed labels have
to be passed through (not for continuous labels).
During the measuring procedure of label and gap length small
differences can occur. Therefore the values can be set and
transferred to the print module by means of the label design software
as well as via the printer driver.
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5 Loading Media
5.1 Loading Label Roll in Dispenser Mode
A
H
BCEF D
I
J
G
Figure 12
1. Open the print module cover.
2. Open printhead (I) by turning the red pressure lever (J)
anticlockwise.
3. Lead the label material (minimum height = 15 mm) below the label
guiding (A) and printhead (I) and take care that the labels run
through the photocell (C).
4. In order to move the printhead (I) down, turn the red pressure
lever (J) in clockwise direction until it locks.
5. Adjust the adjusting rings (B) of the label guiding to the width of
material.
6. Lift the dispensing whip (E) to the bottom by turning the stop lever
(G) in clockwise direction to the top.
7. Strip some labels from the backing paper and lead the backing
material over the dispensing edge (H) and between the plastic roll
(F) and the dispensing whip-shaft (D).
8. Press again the dispensing whip (D) to the top and lock it.
9. Lead the supporting paper to the back and fix it at a rewinding
unit.
10. Enter the offset value in the Dispenser I/O menu.
11. Close the print module cover.
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5.2 Loading Labels in Passing Mode
ABC
D
E
Figure 13
1. Open the print module cover.
2. Open printhead (D) by turning the red pressure lever (E)
anticlockwise.
3. Lead the label material below the label guiding (A) and take care
that the label runs through the photocell (C).
4. In order to move the printhead (D) down, turn the red pressure
lever (E) in clockwise direction until it locks.
5. Adjust the adjusting rings (B) of the label guiding to the width of
material.
6. Close the print module cover.
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5.3 Loading Transfer Ribbon
NOTICE!
As for the electrostatic unloading the thin coating of the thermal
printhead or other electronic parts can be damaged, the
transfer ribbon should be antistatic.
The use of wrong materials can lead to print module
malfunctions and the guarantee can expire.
C
D
A
B
E
Figure 14
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 78.
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.
1. Open the print module cover.
2. Open printhead (C) by turning the red pressure lever (D)
anticlockwise.
3. Load the transfer ribbon roll (A) with outer winding onto the
unwinding roll (B).
4. Place an empty ribbon roll on the winding roll (E) and lead the
transfer ribbon below the printhead.
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5. Fix the ribbon with an adhesive tape in operating direction at the
empty roll of the rewinding roll (E).
Check the perfect run of the transfer ribbon by turning the
rewinding roll (E) several times anticlockwise.
6. In order to move the printhead (C) down, turn the red pressure
lever (D) in clockwise direction until it locks.
7. Close the print module cover.
NOTICE!
As for the electrostatic unloading the thin coating of the thermal
printhead or other electronic parts can be damaged, the
transfer ribbon should be antistatic.
The use of wrong materials can lead to print module
malfunctions and the guarantee can expire.
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6 Function Menu
6.1 Operation Panel
The top line of the graphic display shows the print module
type.
The graphic display shows information about the current
print module status and the print order, reports errors and
shows the device settings in the menus.
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 labels that
should be printed.
Change to the menu of the CF card.
In main menu: feed of one label.
In function menu: skip to the next menu item.
Confirm settings and modifications.
Stop and continue current print orders.
Delete a stopped print order with key . No further label 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.
Increase figure at the cursor position.
Decrease figure at the cursor position.
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6.2 Menu Structure
Speed
Contrast
Ribbon control
Y offset
X offset
Print Settings
Print-off offset
Label length
Gap length
Column printing
Measure label
Label type
Material selection
Photocell
Scan position
Label error length
Synchronisation
Flip label
Rotate label
Alignment
Label Layout
Field handling
Codepage
External parameters
Buzzer
Display
Language
Keyboard
Customized entry
Hotstart
Autoload
Manual reprint
Backfeed
Delay
Password
Device Settings
Label confirmation
Standard label
Synchronisation at switch on
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Operating modes
Photocell level
I/O port 1-8
I/O port 9-16
Debounce
Start signal delay
Dispenser I/O
I/O protocol
Save signal
I/O profile
Offset
Operating modes
Application mode
Support delay On
Support delay Off
Pressure control
Vacuum control
Blow time
Waiting position
Roll on time
Cleaning time
Stroke timeout
Input/Output
Pressure time
Applicator (option)
Delay vacuum
Test functions
IP address
Netmask
Standard Gateway
Speed/Duplex
DHCP
Printer name
Network
MAC address
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Status
IP address
Netmask
Gateway
DHCP
WLAN (option)
Programming On/Off
Module type
Tag information
Interface
Error attempts
Sending power
Antenna offset
RFID tags/error
RFID (option)
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
Label parameters
Photocell/Sensors
Paper counter
Heater resistance
Printhead temperature
Motor ramp
Print examples
Input
Output
Online/Offline
Service Functions
Photocell settings
Print length +/Transfer ribbon prior warning
Zero point adjustment
Print length +/-
Load layout
Change directory
Load file
Save layout
Save configuration
Delete file
Formatting
CF Card / USB Stick
Copying
Firmware update
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6.3 Print settings
Switch on the 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, page
13). The print speed can be determined for each print order anew.
The setting of print speed affects also the test prints.
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 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 print module display.
Strong sensibility: The print module reacts immediately to the end of
the transfer ribbon.
Weak sensibility: The print module reacts at approx. 1/3 more slowly
to the end of the transfer ribbon.
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
Indication of initial point displacement in mm.
Displacement of the complete print in paper direction. With positive
values the print in paper direction starts later.
Value range: −30.0 … +90.0.
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.
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
Indication of value to which the last label of a print order is moved
forward and is moved back to the beginning of label at a new print
start. Labels can be torn off after terminating the print order without a
label loss by tearing up.
Default value: 12 mm.
Value range: 0 … 50.0 mm.
Speed
Contrast
Ribbon control
Y displacement
X displacement
Tear-off
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6.4 Label Layout
Switch on the print module and the display shows the main menu.
Press key to access the function menu.
Press key as long as you arrive the Label layout menu.
Press key to select the menu.
Indication of label length in mm
(see chapter Technical Data, page 13).
Indication of distance between two labels in mm
(not for continuous labels).
Minimum value: 1 mm.
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
Indication of width of one label as well as how many labels are placed
side by side (see chapter 11.1 Column Printing, page 95).
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
Press key to start measuring. The print module stops
automatically after termination of measuring. The determined values
are displayed and saved.
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
Generally adhesive labels are set. Press key to select continuous
labels. If the menu item Label length/Gap length contains a gap value,
this value is added to the label length.
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
Selection of the used label and transfer ribbon material.
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
Selection of the used photocell. The selection of transmission
photocell normal, transmission photocell inverse or ultrasonic
photocell (option) is possible (see chapter 11.5 Photocells, page 102).
Entry of percental label length by that the label end is searched.
Marks onto the label can be skipped.
Label length
Gap length
Column printing
Measure label
Label type
Material selection
Photocell
Scan position (AP)
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Press key to arrive the next menu item.
In case an error occurs, indication after how many mm a message
appears in the display.
Value range:1 mm … 999 mm.
On: If a label is missed on the liner an error message is displayed.
Off: Missing labels are ignored, i.e. it is printed into the gap.
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
The axis of reflection is in the middle of the label. If the label width
was not transferred to the print module, automatically the default label
width i.e. the width of the printhead is used. It is recommended to use
labels with the same width as the printhead. Otherwise this can cause
problems in positioning.
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
According to standard the label is printed ahead with a rotation of 0°. If
the function is activated, the label is rotated by 180° and printed in
reading direction.
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
The adjustment of label is effected only after Flip/Rotate label, i.e. the
adjustment is independent of the functions Flip label and Rotate label.
Left: The label is aligned at the left-most position of printhead.
Centre: The label is aligned at central point of printhead.
Right: The label is aligned at right-most position of printhead.
Label error length
Synchronisation
Flip label
Rotate label
Alignment
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6.5 Device Settings
Switch on the 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
print module once and stored in the internal memory of print module.
For the following print order only the modified data is transferred to the
print module. The advantage is the saving of transmitting time for the
graphic data.
The graphic data created by the 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 of the print module is deleted but the other fields are
kept.
Indication of the font used in the device. The following possibilities are
available:
Codepage 1252 West European (former ANSI)
Codepage 437 English
Codepage 850 Western European
Codepage 852 Slavic
Codepage 857 Turkish
Codepage 1250 Central and East European
Codepage 1251 Cyrillic
Codepage 1253 Greek
Codepage 1254 Turkish
Codepage 1257 Baltic
WGL4
Please find the tables referring to the above mentionned character
sets on www.carl-valentin.de/Downloads.
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
Label dimension only: The parameters for label length, gap length
and label width can be transferred to the printer. All other parameter
settings are to be made directly at the printer.
On: Sending parameters such as print speed and contrast via our
label creation software to the print module. Parameters which are set
directly at the print module before are no longer considered.
Off: Only settings made directly at the print module are considered.
Field handling
Codepage
External parameters
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Press key to arrive the next menu item.
On: An acoustic signal is audible when pressing a key.
On: Value 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, Hungarian, Russian, Chinese (option), Ukrainian.
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, US, Russia.
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 again
after print end. Additionally a query appears demanding the number of
copies that should be print.
Auto no quant: The question referring the customized variable
appears again after print end. However, the same number of copies is
printed. This number was defined once at the start of the print order.
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 print
module anew.
Off: After switching off the print module the complete data is lost (see
chapter 11.2, page 96).
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
On: A label which was loaded once from CF card can be loaded again
automatically after a restart of print module.
Procedure: The used label is saved onto CF card. The label is loaded
from CF card and printed. After switching the print module Off and
again On, the label is loaded from CF card automatically and can be
printed again. Press key to start the print with input of number of
labels.
NOTICE!
The last loaded label from CF card is always again loaded after
a restart of print module.
Buzzer
Display
Language
Keyboard layout
Customized entry
Hotstart
Autoload
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Off: After a restart of print module the last used label must be again
loaded manually from CF card.
NOTICE!
A common use of the functions Autoload and Hotstart is not
possible. For a correct Autoload procedure the Hotstart must be
deactivated in the print module.
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
Yes: In case an error occurred and print module is in stopped mode
then you can reprint the last printed labels by means of keys and
No: Only blank labels were advanced.
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
The backfeed was optimised in the operating modes dispenser
(optional), cutter (optional) and tear off. Now, when driving into the
offset, the following label is 'pre-printed' if possible and therefore the
backfeed of label is no necessary and time can be saved.
The adjustable deceleration time is only for mode 'backfeed automatic'
of importance (see chapter 11, page 95).
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 11.3 Password
Protection, page 98).
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 print module.
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
On: If a print order is started without previous definition of label, the
standard label is printed.
Off: If a print order is started without previous definition of label, an
error message appears in the display.
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
Off: The synchronization is disabled, i.e. the measuring and label feed
have to be released manually.
Measure: After switching on the device, the loaded layout is
automatically measured.
Feed: After switching on the device the layout is synchronized to the
beginning of layout. For this one or multiple layouts are advanced.
Manual reprint
Backfeed
Delay
Password
Label confirmation
Standard label
Synchronization at
print start
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6.6 Dispenser I/O
NOTICE!
In order to operate the print module in dispensing mode a print
order has to be started and the print module has to be in
'waiting' mode.
Switch on the print module and the display shows the main menu.
Press key to access the function menu.
Press key as long as you arrive the Dispenser I/O menu.
Press key to select the menu.
In the upper line of display, the operating mode can be selected.
In the line below, the dispenser I/O offset (approx. 20 mm) can be set.
Press key to change to the next operating mode.
Off:
It is printed without the labels are dispensed.
I/O static:
The input signal evaluated, i.e. it is printed as long as the signal
exists. The number of labels which was entered at the print start is
printed.
The set dispenser offset is not taken into consideration.
I/O static continuous:
For description of this operating mode, see I/O static.
Continuous means that it is printed as long as new data is transferred
via interface
The set dispenser offset is not taken into consideration.
I/O dynamic:
The external signal is evaluated dynamically, i.e. is the print module in
'waiting' mode a single label is printed at each signal changing. After
the print the set dispenser offset is executed, i.e. a backfeed is
effected.
I/O dynamic continuous:
For description of this operating mode, see I/O dynamic.
Continuous means that it is printed as long as new data is transferred
via interface.
Photocell:
The print module is controlled via photocell. The print module prints
automatically a label if the user takes away the label at the dispensing
ledge. The print order is finished when the target number of labels is
reached.
Photocell continuous:
For description of this operating mode, see Photcell.
Continuous means that it is printed as long as new data is transferred
via interface.
Offset
Operating modes
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After selection of desired Dispenser I/O operating mode, press key
to select additional parameters.
First value
=
Indication of the current sensor level. This indication
is for checking purposes and cannot be modified.
Second value
=
Indication if a label (value = 1) or if no label (value =
0) was found. This indication is for checking
purposes if the set switch level leads to a correct
label recognition.
Third value
=
Indication of switch level (Default: 1.2).
Fourth value
=
Transmission power of label sensor [1..255]
Depending on label material (color) the sensor level
can be adapted in order to permit a safe label
recognition (Default: 80).
NOTICE!
The modification of this value is only taken into consideration for the
operating modes Photocell and Photocell continuous.
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
Definition of port functions. 2 sign show the current setting for each
port.
The first sign specifies the following:
I
= Port operates as Input
O
= Port operates as Output
N
= Port has no function (not defined)
These settings cannot be modified.
The second sign specifies the following:
+
= Active signal level is 'high' (1)
−
= Active signal level is 'low' (0)
x
= Port is deactivated
&
= Function is executed at each change of the signal level
s
= Status can be enquired/influenced* by interface
= The internal function of print module is deactivated.
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.
*
in connection with Netstar PLUS
Additional parameters
for Dispenser I/O
Dispenser photocell
I/O Port 1-8 and
I/O Port 9-16
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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 … 9.99.
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
Indication of interface at which the modifications of input signals (I/O)
are sent.
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
On: The start signal for the next label can already be released during
printing the current label. The signal is registered from the print
module. The print module starts printing the next label immediately
after finishing the current one. Therefore time can be saved and
performance be increased.
Off: The start signal for the next label can only be released if the
current label is printed to the end and the print module is again in
'waiting' state (output 'ready' set). If the start signal was released
already before, so this is ignored.
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
Selection of the available configurations Std_Label (factory setting),
StdFileSetLabel or APL.
The corresponding assignment is indicated on the following page.
1
Print start (Input)
2
Reprint last printed label (Input)
3
Counter reset (Input)
4
Option applicator only:
Start application (Input)
5
Error reset (Input)
6
Cancel all print jobs (Input)
7
No function
8
No function
9
Error (Output)
10
Print order active (Output)
11
No function
12
Printing (Output)
13
Ready (Output)
14
Option applicator only:
Ready for application (Output)
15
No function
16
Transfer ribbon prior warning (Output)
Debounce
Start signal delay
I/O protocol
Save signal
I/O Profile
List of registered
functions for
Std_Label
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1
Print start (Input)
2
Error reset (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 Bit 2 (Input)
6
Number of the file to load Bit 3 (Input)
7
Number of the file to load Bit 4 (Input)
8
Number of the file to load Bit 5 (Input)
9
Error (Output)
10
Print order active (Output)
11
No function
12
Printing (Output)
13
Ready (Output)
14
No function
15
No function
16
Transfer ribbon prior warning (Output)
1
Print start (Input)
2
Reprint last printed label (Input)
3
Counter reset (Input)
4
Option applicator only:
Start application (Input)
5
Error reset (Input)
6
Cancel all print jobs (Input)
7
No function
8
No function
9
Error (Output)
10
Print order active (Output)
11
No function
12
Printing (Output)
13
Ready (Output)
14
Option applicator only:
Ready for application (Output)
15
Option applicator only:
Pad is in printing position (Output)
16
Transfer ribbon prior warning (Output)
List of registered
functions for
StdFileSetLabel
List of registered
functions for APL
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6.7 Network
Switch on the 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.
6.8 Remote Console
Switch on the 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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6.9 Interface
Switch on the 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 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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6.10 Emulation
Switch on the 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 device.
In menu Protocol, press key to arrive the next menu item.
At activated ZPL II® emulation the printhead resolution of the emulated
device 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 device and be stored permanently.
NOTICE!
As the 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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6.11 Datum & Uhrzeit
Switch on the print unit 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: Device 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.
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.
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 currently set device time.
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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6.12 Service Functions
NOTICE!
So that the distributor res. the manufacturer in case of service
can offer fast support the necessary information such as
selected parameters can be taken directly from the service
functions menu of the device.
Switch on the 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.
Indication of label parameters in Volt.
A: Indication of minimum value.
B: Indication of difference between minimum and maximum value.
C: Indication of trigger level. The value is ascertained while measuring
and can be changed.
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
This function enables definition of photocell levels.
In case of problems while positioning or measuring of label, levels for
label photocell can be set manually. Make sure that a large hub as
possible (above the label >3 V, above the gap <1 V) is set.
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
DLS: Indication of transmission photocell level in Volt.
RLS: Indication of reflexion photocell level in Volt.
SLS: Indication of peel off photocell level in Volt.
TR: Indication of transfer ribbon photocell status
(either 0 or 1).
H: Indication of printhead position.
0 = printhead down
1 = printhead up
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
D: Indication of printhead attainment in meters.
G: Indication of 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.
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 print module display.
Label parameters
Photocell configuration
Photocell parameters
Paper counter
Heater resistance
Printhead temperature
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Press key to arrive the next menu item.
This function is often used for high printing speed as the tearing of
transfer ribbon can be prevented.
The higher the '++' value is set, the slower the feeding motor is
accelerated.
The smaller the '−−' value is set, the faster the feeding motor is
decelerated.
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
Settings
=
Printout of all print module settings such as speed,
label 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 IO parameters input.
0 = Low
1 = High
Port
Function
1 = Print start
2 = Cut
3 = Counter Reset
4 = External synchronisation of label position
5 = No function
6 = No function
7 = No function
8 = No function
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
Indication of input signal level.
0 = Low
1 = High
Port
Function
9 = Error
10 = Print order active
11 = Label at dispenser photocell - at dispenser photocell
12 = Print end
13 = Ready
14 = RFID error - with option RFID only
15 = Scanner: Bar code not readable - with option scanner only
16 = Transfer ribbon prior warning
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.
Motor Ramp
Print examples
Input
Output
I/O Status
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RInt = Real Interrupts
The start input impulses are counted directly at the Interrupt.
Dbnc = Debounced
The start input impulses that are longer than the set debounce time
are counted. Only these start impulses can lead to a print. If a start
impulse is too short, no print is released. This is recognized by the fact
that RInt is counted, Dbnc not.
NPrn = Not Printed
The debounced start input impulses that have not lead to a print are
counted. Causes: no active print order, print order stopped (manually
or because of an error) or the printing system ist still active with the
processing of a print order.
PrtStrtReset = The counters are reset.
PrtStrtTime = Measured length of the last start impulse in ms.
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.
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).
Warning: When reaching the transfer ribbon advance warning
diameter, the corresponding I/O output is set.
Reduced print speed: Speed on which the printing speed is to be
reduced.
Error: The printing system stops when reaching the transfer ribbon
advance warning diameter with the message 'too less ribbon'.
Setting of reduced print speed in mm/s. This can be set in the limits of
the normal print speed.
Online / Offline
Transfer ribbon
advance warning
Warning diameter
Ribbon advance
warning mode
Reduced print speed
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Press key to arrive the next menu item.
Indication of value in 1/100 mm.
After replacing the printhead - the print cannot be continued at the
same position on the label, the difference can be corrected in printing
direction.
NOTICE!
The value for zero point adjustment is set ex works. After
replacing the printhead, only service personnel are allowed to
set this value anew.
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
Indication of value in 1/100 mm.
After replacing the printhead - the print cannot be continued at the
same position on the label, the difference can be corrected across the
printing direction.
NOTICE!
The value for zero point adjustment is set ex works. After
replacing the printhead, only service personnel are allowed to
set this value anew.
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
Indication of print layout correction in percent.
By mechanical influences (e.g. label roll size) the print layout can be
printed increased and reduced to its original size.
Value range: +10.0% … −10.0%
6.13 Main Menu
Switch on the print module and the display shows the main menu. The
main menu shows information such as device 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.
Zero point adjustment
in Y direction
Zero point adjustment
in X direction
Print length +/−
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7 Options
7.1 Label Applicator
Switch on the print module and the display shows the main menu.
Press key to access the function menu.
Press key as long as you arrive the Label applicator menu.
Press key to select the menu.
Press key to change to the next mode.
Stamp on:
The label remains in a fixed position. The label is pressed directly onto
the product.
Blow on:
The pad moves to a pre-adjusted position approximately 10 mm away
from the product. The label is blown onto the product by an air jet
stream. The print and apply cycle performs in a fixed position or in
linear movement of the product.
Roll on:
The label is dispensed and moved until touching the roller of the roll
on pad. In the labelling position, this roll is pressed onto the product.
Then the label is applied and rolled on by the movement of product.
Press key to arrive the next parameter.
The applicator can be operated in two different ways concerning the
order of printing and labelling within one labelling cycle.
Print-Apply:
The print of a label is released by an external start signal. At the same
time the vacuum on the pad as well as the supporting air from the
blow tube are switched on. If the label is printed and picked up
completely from tamp, the supporting air is switched off and the lift
cylinder is controlled to move the pad down towards the labelling
position. A sensor signals when the labelling position is reached.
Following, the vacuum is switched off and the label is transferred to
the product. After applying the label, the lift cylinder is so controlled
that the pad is again moved back to the starting position.
Now the labelling cycle is finished.
Operating modes
Application mode
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Apply-Print:
Before starting the cyclic operation 'apply-print', the printing and
picking up of the first label has to be released separately by a special
signal.
The pad with the printed label is in starting position and the vacuum at
the pad is switched on.
At start of the cyclic operation when sending the start signal, the first
label is already on the pad. The following process is similar to the
mode 'print-apply' but at the end of the cycle the next label is printed
and picked up by the pad.
Now the labelling cycle is finished.
Press key to arrive the next parameter.
The vacuum is connected not immediately with print start, but only if
the label were put forward a certain time. This delay causes that the
label runs more easily under the pad as it is not sucked and in this
way braked.
Value range: 0 … 2500 ms
Step size: 10 ms
Default: 0 ms
Press key to arrive the next parameter.
The supporting air from the blow tube is not immediately switched on
at print start but only if the label has covered a distance.
This delay helps to prevent a turning or swinging at the front of the
label and consequently avoids faults when the label is being picked up
from print module.
Value range: 0 … 2500 ms
Step size: 0 ms
Default: 0 ms
Press key to arrive the next parameter.
Delayed to the process of the label being picked up, the supporting air
is switched off.
In many cases, after being picked up by the pad the label edge may
still stick on the liner. This may affect the accuracy of the label
positioning or even cause faults in the labelling. Therefore, switching
off the air blow delayed can be useful to separate the label from liner
and neatly place the label on the surface of pad.
Value range: 0 … 2500 ms
Step size: 10 ms
Default: 500 ms
Press key to arrive the next parameter.
With activated compressed air control, with help from a compressed
air sensor it is checked at each labelling cycle if the compressed air
fits with the valve block. If no compressed air is presented, the
labelling cycle is stopped and the error message 'compressed air' is
displayed.
If the parameter 'pressure control' is set to Off, the error treatment as
described above will not be effected. This can be especially helpful at
initiation of the labelling system.
For standard operation, set the parameter to On..
Vacuum delay
Support delay On
Support delay Off
Pressure control
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Press key to arrive the next parameter.
The label transfer from print module to applicator is controlled by a
vacuum sensor. If the transfer of label fails, the sucking holes on the
pad will not be covered by the label and therefore no vacuum can
originate on the pad. Afterwards an error message appears and the
label strip will be fed back.
If the parameter 'vacuum control' is set to Off, the error treatment as
described above will not be effected. This can be especially helpful
during adjustments, because the immediate backfeed will be
cancelled and therefore it is easier to check the reasons for the faulty
transfer.
For standard operation, set the parameter to On.
Press key to arrive the next parameter.
This parameter is only active if the operating mode 'stamp on' is
selected. The time period can be adjusted while the stamp is kept in
the labelling position for applying the label onto the goods.
Press key to arrive the next parameter.
This parameter is only active if the operating mode 'blow on' is
selected. The time period can be adjusted, while the blowing air is
switched on for transferring the label onto product.
Value range: 0 … 2500 ms
Step size: 10 ms
Default: 100 ms
Press key to arrive the next parameter.
This parameter is only active if the operating mode 'blow on' and
mode 'apply-print' are selected.
Waiting position up:
In cyclic mode the pad with the printed label waits in the labelling
position near the dispense edge of print module for the external start
signal.
Waiting position down:
In cyclic mode the printed label is transported to the labelling position
at the end of a cycle.
So the next cycle begin with blowing up the label.
Press key to arrive the next parameter.
This parameter is only active if the operating mode 'blow on' is
selected. The time period can be adjusted while the roll on pad is
stopped in labelling position.
Value range: 0 … 5000 ms
Step size: 10 ms
Default: 0 ms
Press key to arrive the next parameter.
This parameter is only active if the operating mode 'blow on' and 'roll
on' are selected. The time period can be adjusted for the cleaning
period of pad after application procedure.
Value range: 0 … 2500 ms
Step size: 10 ms
Default: 100 ms
Vacuum control
Pressure time
Blow time
Waiting position
Roll on time
Cleaning time
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Press key to arrive the next parameter.
Moving up and down of pad.
If the pad does not reach the corresponding final position within the
set time, then an error message appears ('final position above' at
moving up and/or 'final position below' at moving down).
Value range: 0 … 5000 ms
Step size: 10 ms
Default: 0 ms
Press key to arrive the next parameter.
Stroke adjust
The arrester can be adjusted and the stroke speed can be set. The
pad makes a stroke movement and return again to the basic position
after reaching the lower end position.
Press key to start the stroke movement.
Press key to arrive the next parameter.
This menu serves for the applicator setup as well as for error tracing.
Input signals of the applicator can be monitored and output signals
can be set or reset separately. With keys and the
corresponding output for setting and/or resetting the output signals
can be selected. With keys and the corresponding output can
be set or reset.
Input signals
I1 =
Pre-dispense key (1 = key pressed, 0 = key not pressed)
I2 =
Final position up (1 = pad in final position up,
0 = pad not in final position up)
I3 =
Final position down (1 = pad in final position down,
0 = pad not in final position down)
I4 =
Compressed air (1 = compressed air available,
0 = no compressed air available)
I5 =
Vacuum (1 = vacuum at pad available, 0 = no vacuum at pad
available)
Output signals
O1 =
Move pad downwards (1 = On, 0 = Off)
O2 =
Move pad upwards (1 = On, 0 = Off)
O3 =
not assigned
O4 =
not assigned
O5 =
Blowing air (1 = On, 0 = Off)
O6 =
Supporting air (1 = On, 0 = Off)
O7 =
Vacuum pad (1 = On, 0 = Off)
Stroke timeout
Test functions
Input/Output
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7.2 WLAN
Switch on the print module and the display shows the main menu.
Press key to access the function menu.
Press key as long as you arrive the WLAN menu.
Press key to select the menu.
The menu item WLAN can only be selected if a WLAN card was
recognized at switching on the print module.
For more information, please see the separate manual.
7.3 RFID
Switch on the print module and the display shows the main menu.
Press key to access the function menu.
Press key as long as you arrive the RFID menu.
Press key to select the menu.
Press key and to set the operating mode of RFID hardware.
In order to program a RFID tag the setting must be On.
Press key in On mode to activate the hardware. The setting
remains also when switching the print module Off.
After a successful activation the availability of RFID module is
indicated. The menu is not available if no RFID hardware was
recognised.
Press key to access the RFID menu.
Indication of RFID module type, frequency range (HF, UHF) and used
frequency.
Press key to arrive the next menu item.
The menu item Tag information contains several sub-functions.
Press key to indicate the tag number.
Indication of tag identification number (TID) or 'no RFID tag' if no tag
was recognised.
For UHF Class 1 Gen2 tags the EPC is indicated.
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Press key to return to the menu item Tag information.
Press key to arrive at the next sub-function and then press key
to select the function.
Indication of tag storage allocation.
This information can be used to assure that the tag was programmed
correctly.
Press key to return to the menu item Tag information.
Press key to arrive at the next sub-function and then press key
to select the function.
Indication of tag type.
Press keys and to use the scroll function in order to shift the
complete information into the display.
Press key to return to the menu item Tag information.
Press key to arrive at the next sub-function and then press key
to select the function.
Start measuring function.
In order to evaluate the quality factor of RFID radio link the measuring
function is started. With set tag offset the label is positioned
accordingly.
Press key to return to the menu item Tag information.
Press key to arrive at the next sub-function and then press key
to select the function.
Adjust antenna.
First value: Indication of successful reading attempts for current tag.
Second value: Number of reading attempts.
Third value: Number of failed reading attempts.
Press keys and to position the label in mm steps. The set
antenna offset is corrected correspondingly.
Press key to return to the menu item Tag information.
Press key to arrive at the next sub-function and then press key
to select the function.
The automatic tag recognition is started.
The print module tries to recognise the inserted tag.
The status of tag recognition is indicated in percent.
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After the tag recognition is finished the customized information is to be
confirmed with key to return to the previous menu.
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
Indication of interface settings.
NOTICE!
The settings should not be changed because the ideal setting is
effected automatically.
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
Settings for error handling.
Press key and to change between the different error reactions.
Print stop:
The print module stops after each RFID error (tag could not be
programmed).
Marking:
In case of an error the label is marked with sample.
Ignore:
Errors caused by unsuccessful tag programming are 'ignored'. The
label is printed. However, the error is logged in the RFID statistics.
Press key and to change between the settings error or number
of attempts.
Press key and to specify the number of attempts, how often
the RFID unit tries to write on the tag before an error is released or
before the print order is cancelled.
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
Setting the sending power of the RFID write/read unit.
Press key and to change the value.
NOTICE!
The adjustment of this value requires more special knowledge of
the used hardware. The indicated value does not have to be
changed normally because it affects the function of the write/read
module. Changing can lead to the fact that RFID tags cannot be
programmed any longer.
Press key to save the current settings permanently.
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Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
Indication of the antenna position inside the used label.
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
Statistics indication of the previously programmed tags as well as the
number of faulty tags.
Press key to reset the counter.
For more information, please see the separate manual.
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8 Compact Flash Card / USB Memory Stick
8.1 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.
8.2 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).
Compact Flash Card / USB Memory Stick
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8.3 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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8.4 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.
8.5 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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8.6 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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8.7 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.
8.8 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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9 Maintenance and Cleaning
DANGER!
Risk of death by electric shock!
Disconnect the 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 section
9.1, page 76).
As necessary.
Cleaning transfer ribbon
drawing roller (see section 9.2,
page 77).
Each time the transfer ribbon is
changed or when the printout is
adversely affected.
Cleaning print roller (see section
9.3, page 77).
Each time the label roll is
changed or when the printout and
label transport are adversely
affected.
Cleaning printhead (see section
9.4, page 78).
Direct thermal printing:
Each time the label roll is
changed.
Thermal transfer printing:
Each time the transfer ribbon is
changed or when the printout is
adversely affected.
Cleaning label photocell (see
section 9.5, page 79).
When exchanging the label roll.
Replacing printhead (see
section 9.6, page 80).
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.
Maintenance
schedule
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WARNING!
Risk of fire by easily inflammable label soluble!
When using label soluble, dust must be completely
removed from the print module and cleaned.
9.1 General Cleaning
CAUTION!
Abrasive cleaning agents can damage the print module!
Do not use abrasives or solvents to clean the outer
surface of the 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.
9.2 Cleaning the Transfer Ribbon Drawing Roller
A soiled print roll can lead to reduced print quality and can affect
transport of material.
1. Open cover of printing system.
2. Remove labels and transfer ribbon form the printing system.
3. Remove deposits with roller cleaner and a soft cloth.
4. If the roller appears damaged, replace it.
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9.3 Cleaning the Printer Roller
CAUTION!
Print roller can be damaged!
Do not use sharp or hard objects to clean the print
roller.
B CA
Figure 15
A soiled print roll can lead to reduced print
quality and can affect transport of material.
1. Open print module cover.
2. Turn red lever (C) counter clockwise to
lift up the printhead (B).
3. Remove labels and transfer ribbon form
the print module.
4. Remove deposits with roller cleaner and
a soft cloth.
5. Turn the roller (A) manually step by step
to clean the complete roller (only
possible when print module is switched
off, as otherwise the step motor is full of
power and the roller is kept in its
position).
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9.4 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.
Figure 16
1. Open the print module cover.
2. Turn the red lever (B, in Figure 15) anticlockwise to lift up the
printhead.
3. Remove labels and transfer ribbon.
4. Clean printhead surface with special cleaning pen or a cotton
swab dipped in pure alcohol.
5. Allow printhead to dry for 2-3 minutes before commissioning the
print module.
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9.5 Cleaning the Label Photocell
CAUTION!
Label photocell can be damaged!
Do not use sharp or hard objects or solvents to clean
the label photocell.
The label photocell can become dirtied with paper dust and this can
adversely affect label detection.
A
B
Figure 17
1. Open print module cover.
2. Turn red lever counter clockwise to lift up the printhead.
3. Remove labels and transfer ribbon from the print module.
4. Blow out the photocell (A) with pressure gas spray.
Observe strictly the instructions on the spray can!
5. Clean the label photocell (A) additionally with a cleaning card (B)
before soaked in pure alcohol. Move the cleaning card from one
side to the other (see illustration).
6. Reload the labels and transfer ribbon (see chapter 5 Loading
Media, page 29).
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9.6 Replacing the Printhead (General Information)
B
F
E
C
A
DG
Figure 18
A
Head plate
B
Plug connection
C
Plug connection
D
Printhead
E
Focal line
F
Guiding
G
Knurled screw
CAUTION!
The printhead can be damaged by static electricity
discharges and impacts!
Set up print module on a grounded, conductive
surface.
Ground your body, e.g. by wearing a grounded
wristband.
Do not touch contacts on the plug connections (B, C).
Do not touch printing line (E) with hard objects or your
hands.
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9.7 Replacing the Printhead
CBAA
Figure 19
1. Remove labels and transfer ribbon.
2. When printhead is closed, loosen the knurled screws (A).
3. Turn red lever (C) counter clockwise to lift up the printhead.
4. If the printhead (B) is not disengaged on the pressure roller,
continue loosen the knurled screws (A).
5. Remove the printhead carefully to the front until you can reach the
plug connections.
6. Remove plug connections and then remove printhead (B).
1. Attach plug connections.
2. Position printhead (B) in the intermediate layer in such a way that
the printhead drillings correspond with the appropriate drillings in
the intermediate layer.
3. Lightly keep printhead mounting bracket on the printer roller with
one finger and check for correct positioning of the printhead.
4. Screw in the knurled screws (A) and tighten them.
5. Reload labels and transfer ribbon (see chapter 5 Loading Media,
page 29).
6. Check resistance value on the type plate of printhead and if
necessary change the value in the menu Service functions/Heater
resistance.
Removing the
printhead
Installing the
printhead
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9.8 Adjusting Printhead
G H I H G F E D C B
A A
Figure 20
NOTICE!
An important characteristic for a high quality print is the
parallelism of the focal line of the thermal printhead to the
pressure roll. Because of the fact that the position of focal line of
the printhead depends on fluctuations caused by production, it is
necessary to adjust the parallelism.
1. With the screws (D) the parallelism of the focal line of printhead to
the pressure roller can be aligned.
Turning clockwise moves the printhead backward.
2. Start a test print.
3. If the horizontal lines in the test grid are not parallel with the label
edges, continue adjusting the parallelism with the screws (D).
4. Set the best possible image quality by maintaining parallelism via
turning the screws (D) in an alternating fashion.
Differences in the density between the two sides are still
permissible.
5. Tighten again the fixing screws (G).
Parallelism
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NOTICE!
After adjusting parallelism and no even strong pressure exists
over the complete print width, by means of a plate (F) you can
set the balance.
1. Loosen screw (G) with a screwdriver by approx. ¼ rotations.
2. In order to achieve a pressure balance, turn the eccentric bolt (H)
as long as the printing result comes up to your full expectation.
3. Tighten again screw (G).
4. Start a print order with approx. 10 labels and control the correct
passage of transfer ribbon.
NOTICE!
Change the head contact pressure with the screws (A) at the
inside and outside of the printhead. Increasing the head contact
pressure leads to an improvement of the print image density on
the corresponding side and to a shifting of the ribbon feed path in
the corresponding direction.
CAUTION!
Damage of printhead by unequal use!
Change factory settings only in exceptional cases.
The selection of the smallest value can optimise the life cycle of
printhead.
1. Turn the pressure screws (A, Figure 20) to change the pressure of
printhead.
2. Turning of pressure screws (A, Figure 20) as far as they will go in
clockwise direction results in a pressure increase of 10N in
contrast to the factory settinsg.
3. Turning of pressure screws (A, Figure 20) exactly one rotation
from the right stop position counter clockwise results in the factory
settings.
NOTICE!
It is importantly that the knurled button which is coated with
protective lacquer is not removed from the pressure screw as
otherwise the above mentioned settings are faulty.
Pressure balance
right/left
Pressure
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10 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 + parallel interface.
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
Printhead 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.
Error correction
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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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Error message
Cause
Remedy
64
Zero point
Defective photocell.
Change photocell.
65
Compressed air
Pressure air is not connected.
Check pressure air.
66
External releaser
External print release signal is
missing.
Check input signal.
67
Row too long
Wrong definition of column
width res. number of columns.
Reduce the column width res.
correct the number of columns.
68
Scanner
The connected bar code
scanner signals a device error.
Check the connection
scanner/printer.
Check scanner (dirty).
69
Scanner NoRead
Bad print quality.
Printhead completely soiled or
defective.
Print speed too high.
Increase contrast.
Clean printhead or exchange (if
necessary).
Reduce print speed.
70
Scanner data
Scanned data does not
correspond to the data which is
to print.
Exchange printhead.
71
Invalid page
As page number either 0 or a
number > 9 is selected.
Select a number between 1
and 9.
72
Page selection
A page which is not available is
selected.
Check the defined pages.
73
Page not defined
The page is not defined.
Check the print definition.
74
Format user guiding
Wrong format for customised
entry.
Check the format string.
75
Format date/time
Wrong format for date/time.
Check the format string.
76
Hotstart CF
No CF card found.
If option hotstart was activated,
a CF card must be inserted.
Switch off the printer before
inserting the memory card.
77
Flip/Rotate
Selection of print of several
columns and also mirror/rotate.
It is only possible to select one
of both functions.
78
System file
Loading of temporary hotstart
files.
Not possible.
79
Shift variable
Faulty definition of shift times
(overlapping times).
Check definition of shift times.
80
GS1 Databar
General GS1 Databar error.
Check definition and parameter
of GS1 Databar code.
81
IGP error
Protocol error IGP.
Check sent data.
Error correction
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Cause
Remedy
82
Time generation
Printing creation was still active
at print start.
Reduce print speed.
Use printers' output signal for
synchronisation.
Use bitmap fonts to reduce
generating time.
83
Transport protection
Both DPM position sensors
(start/end) are active.
Displace zero point sensor
Check sensors in service
functions menu
84
No font data
Font and web data is missing.
Run a software update.
85
No layout ID
Label ID definition is missing.
Define label ID onto the label.
86
Layout ID
Scanned data does not
correspond to defined ID.
Wrong label loaded from CF
card.
87
RFID no label
RFID unit cannot recognise a
label.
Displace RFID unit or use an
offset.
88
RFID verify
Error while checking
programmed data.
Faulty RFID label.
Check RFID definitions
89
RFID timeout
Error at programming the RFID
label.
Label positioning.
Faulty label.
90
RFID data
Faulty or incomplete definition
of RFID data.
Check RFID data definitions.
91
RFID tag type
Definition of label data does not
correspond with the used label.
Check storage partitioning of
used label type
92
RFID lock
Error at programming the RFID
label (locked fields).
Check RFID data definitions.
Label was already
programmed.
93
RFID programming
Error at programming the RFID
label.
Check RFID definitions.
94
Scanner timeout
The scanner could not read the
bar code within the set timeout
time.
Defective printhead.
Wrinkles in transfer ribbon.
Scanner wrong positioned.
Timeout time too short.
Check printhead.
Check transfer ribbon.
Position scanner correctly,
corresponding to the set
feeding.
Select longer timeout time.
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Error message
Cause
Remedy
95
Scanner layout
difference
Scanner data does not
correspond to bar code data.
Check adjustment of scanner.
Check scanner settings /
connection.
96
COM break
Serial interface error.
Check settings for serial data
transmission as well as cable
(printer-PC).
97
COM general
Serial interface error.
Check settings for serial data
transmission as well as cable
(printer-PC).
98
No software
printhead FPGA
No printhead-FPGA data
available.
Please contact your
responsible distributor.
99
Load software
printhead FPGA
Error when programming
printhead-FPGA.
Please contact your
responsible distributor.
100
Upper position
Sensor signal up is missing
(option APL 100).
Check input signals /
compressed-air supply.
101
Lower position
Sensor signal down is missing
(option APL 100).
Check input signals /
compressed-air supply.
102
Vacuum plate empty
Sensor does not recognise a
label at vacuum plate
(option APL 100).
Check input signals /
compressed-air supply.
103
Start signal
Print order is active but device
not ready to process it.
Check start signal.
104
No print data
Print data outside the defined
label.
Selection of wrong module type
(design software).
Check selected module type.
Check selection of left/right
version.
105
Printhead
No original printhead is used.
Check the used printhead.
Contact your distributor.
106
Invalid Tag type
Wrong Tag type.
Tad data do not match the Tag
type in the printer.
Adapt data or use the correct
Tag type.
107
RFID invalid
RFID module is not activated.
No RFID data can be
processed.
Activate RFID module or
remove RFID data from label
data.
108
GS1-128 invalid
Transferred GS1-128 bar code
is invalid.
Verify bar code data (see GS1128 bar code specification).
109
EPC parameter
Error at EPC calculation.
Verify data (see EPC
specification).
Error correction
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Error message
Cause
Remedy
110
Housing open
When starting the print order
the housing cover is not closed.
Close the housing cover and
start the print order anew.
111
EAN.UCC code
Transferred EAN.UCC code is
invalid.
Verify bar code data (see
corresponding specification).
112
Print carriage
Printing carriage does not
move.
Check gear belt (possibly
broken).
113
Applicator error
Error while using applicator.
Check applicator.
114
Left position
Left final position switch is not
in correct position.
Check LEFT final position
switch for correct function and
position.
Check function of pneumatics
for cross traverse.
115
Right position
Right final position switch is not
in correct position.
Check RIGHT final position
switch for correct function and
position.
Check function of pneumatics
for cross traverse.
116
Print position
The print position is not correct.
Check TOP and RIGHT final
position switch for correct
function and position.
Check pneumatics for function
117
XML parameter
The parameters in the XML file
are not correct.
Please contact your
responsible distributor.
118
Invalid variable
Transferred variable is invalid
with customized entry.
Select correct variable without
customized entry and transfer
it.
119
No ribbon
During the print order the
ribbon roll becomes empty.
Defect at the transfer ribbon
photocell.
Change transfer ribbon.
Check transfer ribbon photocell
(service functions).
120
Wrong directory
Invalid target directory when
copying.
Target directory must not be
within the source directory.
Check target directory.
121
No label found
No label found at the rear
printhead (DuoPrint).
Soiled label photocell.
Labels not inserted correctly.
Insert new label roll.
Clean the label photocell.
Check if labels are inserted
correctly.
122
IP occupied
The IP address was already
assigned.
Assign a new IP address.
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Error message
Cause
Remedy
123
Print asynchronous
The label photocell do not work
in the order as it is expected
according to print data.
Check label size and gap size.
The settings of the photocell
are not correct.
Check label photocell settings.
Settings of label size and gap
size are not correct.
Check correct loading of label
material.
No label found at the rear
printhead.
Insert new label roll.
Soiled label photocell.
Clean the label photocell.
Labels not inserted correctly.
Check if labels are inserted
correctly.
124
Print too slow
The print speed is too slow.
Increase the speed of the
customers' machine.
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11 Additional Information
11.1 Column Printing
With this print module several columns can be printed, i.e. the
information of one column can be printed several times (depending on
its width) on a label. Caused by this the use of the complete print
width is possible and the generating time is enormously reduced.
For example 4 columns with a width of 25 mm or 2 columns with a
width of 50 mm can be printed onto a label with a width of 100 mm.
Please note that the first layout is always the one with the largest x
coordinate, i.e. it has the largest distance to the printhead.
Press key to access the function menu.
Press key as long as you arrive the menu Label layout.
Press key to confirm the selection.
Press key as long as to the menu item Width/Columns.
Press keys and to set the label width. The Width is the width of
one column, e.g. 20.0 mm.
Press keys and to arrive the Column input field.
Press keys and to change the number of columns, e.g. 4
columns with a layout width of 20.0 mm.
Press key to start the print with input of number of labels and
number of lines. The number of labels corresponds to the number of
layouts that should be printed.
e.g. Columns: 3, Items: 4
The first four labels were printed but not labels 5 and 6.
Setting the print of
several columns
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11.2 Hotstart
NOTICE!
The data is saved onto CF card. Therefore the CF card is a
condition for the Hotstart menu item.
The function Hotstart contains e.g. that in case of a power failure the
currently loaded label can be further processed without any loss of
data. Moreover a print order can be interrupted and to be continued
after switching on the print module anew.
NOTICE!
At an active Hotstart all necessary data is stored on the CF card
therefore do not remove the card during operation. When
removing during operation, this causes the loss of all data on
the CF card.
In case the Hotstart function is set to on, at the start of a print order
the data of the current label is saved to the corresponding directory of
the CF card.
However the following conditions have to be fulfilled:
CF card inserted in drive A.
CF card not write-protected.
Enough free storage space onto CF card.
An error message appears in case these conditions are not fulfilled.
At switching off the print module the state of the current print order is
saved to the corresponding directory of the CF card.
However the following conditions have to be fulfilled:
CF card inserted in drive A.
CF card not write-protected.
Enough free storage space onto CF card.
When restarting the print module (if the function Hotstart is activated)
the saved label data and the status of print order were loaded from the
corresponding file on the CF card. Because of this reason, when
switching on the print module a CF card has to be inserted in the
appropriate drive. If the data cannot be loaded an error message
appears.
Saving the
current label
Saving the print
order state
Loading a label and
print order state
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In case at switching off the print module a print order was active, then
a print start is released automatically and the required res. actual
number of printed labels is refreshed. In case the print order was
stopped at switching off the print module, it is again set to the stopped
mode after switching on the print module anew. In case a customized
entry was active during switching off the print module, the window for
the first customized variable is displayed.
As in the intended file only the start values of the counter are saved,
they are refreshed at a new start of the print order by means of the
number of printed labels. Each counter is counted corresponding from
its start value. Afterwards the position of the current and the next
counter update are correctly set by means of the update intervals.
NOTICE
Make sure that in case graphics are onto the label they have to
be saved onto CF card.
Starting the
print order
Refreshing the
variable counter
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11.3 Password Protection
The supervisor programs a CF Card directly with the print module. He
stores 10 different labels. As well he adjusts the print parameters, like
contrast, speed, etc. to the corresponding values. The user is only
supposed to read the labels from CF card and to print them. Therefore
the supervisor blocks the function menu and the entry function by a
password.
The print module is connected to a PC. The user is only supposed to
take the labels dispensed by the print module and stick them on. To
prevent, that the labels or the print module set-up will not be changed,
the supervisor blocks all device functions (e.g. function menu, entry
menu, etc.) by a password.
The user has to change several texts before printing. It is not allowed
to change any masks (fonts, position, etc.). Therefore the supervisor
blocks the entry of mask and the function menu. By this means the
user indeed can print labels, but the set-up of print module and the
masks of the label cannot be changed.
To receive a most flexible password protection, the device functions
will be divided into several function groups:
In the function menu the print parameters can be changed (contrast,
speed, mode, ...). The password protection prevents modifications at
the print settings.
With the functions of your CF Card labels can be stored, loaded, etc.
The password protection has to decide if no access or only readable
access on CF card is allowed.
With key quant a print can be produced. In case the print module is
connected to a PC, it can be useful, that the user is not able to
produce a print manually. So the password protection prevents that
prints can be produced manually.
Because of these different function groups the password protection is
very flexible. The print module can be adjusted best to its actual order,
as only certain functions are blocked.
Example 1:
Example 2:
Example 3:
1. Function menu:
2. CF card:
3. Print functions:
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In case no password is defined res. the password protection is not
activated, all functions can be used. In the function menu you will find
the menu item 'Password', where the password can be entered and
the password protection activated.
Press key to change to the function menu.
Press key as long as you arrived the menu Device settings.
Press key to confirm the selection.
Press key as long as you arrived the menu item Password.
Press key to confirm the selection.
F
Function menu
CF
CF functions
D
Print functions
If the password protection is active but the function menu not
protected, first of all the password (four-digit number, possible values
0000 - 9999) has to be entered. Now the modifications can be made.
The user can define the password in the first line (four-digit number).
Press key to continue.
Press keys and to activate/deactivate (Yes/No) the password
protection.
Press key to change to the second line.
Press keys and to block/open individual function groups.
Press keys and to change to the next group.
F:
Function menu
0...open
1...locked
CF:
CF card
0...open
1...only reading access
2...access blocked
D:
Device guiding
0...open
1...open
2...no manual print release
In order to execute a blocked function, first of all the valid password
has to be entered.
Press key to confirm the entry. If the correct password is
entered then the desired function can be executed. If a wrong
password is entered, no error message appears but the device returns
to the main menu.
Definition of password
Activate blocked
function:
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11.4 Backfeed/delay
In continuous dispensing mode (IO dynamic continuous, IO static
continuous, IO photocell continuous) no optimised backfeed is
possible. Because of the fact when changing the print order, then the
current label in the offset sector is already printed from the old print
order.
With activated double cut no optimised backfeed is possible.
In the sector that is printed when preprint the following label, no
date/time variable should be existing, because this could be refreshed
before the next start impulse.
Peel off:
After printing the label, it is driven into the dispensing
offset and waited there, until the label was removed
(photocell) or a new start signal is given (IO dynamic).
Afterwards it is again backtracked to the beginning of
label and then the next label is printed.
Cutter:
After printing the label, it is driven into the cutter offset;
the label is cut and then backtracked immediately to the
beginning of label (if an operating mode with backfeed
is selected). Afterwards the next label is printed, if
necessary.
Tear off
edge:
After printing the last label of a print order it is driven
into the tear-off offset and the label res. labels can be
taken away. When starting a new print order, first it is
backtracked again to the beginning of label and then the
next label is printed.
If a following print order is available before driving into
the tear-off offset, then it is not driven into tear-off offset
but the following label is directly printed.
Peel off:
After printing the label it is driven into the dispensing
offset and then backtracked to the beginning of label
either immediately or after the set delay time. When
releasing a new start signal (IO dynamic) the next label
is immediately printed.
Cutter:
This is the same function as for 'backfeed standard' as it
is always backtracked immediately to the beginning of
label.
Tear off
edge:
After printing the last label of a print order it is driven
into the tear-off offset and then backtracked to the
beginning of label either immediately of after the set
delay time. When starting a new print order then the
next label is immediately printed.
If a following print order is available before driving into
the tear-off offset, then it is not driven into tear-off offset
but the following label is directly printed.
Backfeed operating
modes
Standard
Automatic
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