Datamax-O'Neil DMXNetII User Manual

92-2495-01 Rev.C

Operation & Installation

Overview

This document describes the installation and use of the DMXrfNet

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and DMXNetII Card options for the H-Class, I-Class,
and A-Class printers. After verifying the contents of the kit and the tools needed, follow the steps below to install and
begin using the option. Keep this documentation for future reference.

For your safety and to avoid equipment damage, always turn ‘Off’ power and unplug the printer’s

CAUTION

power cord before beginning this installation.

Contents of the Kit

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Note: If your card is already installed proceed to “Card Setup and Operation”

This kit contains the following items:

• Network Card Assembly

• Rear Cover Plate

• Screws

(Appearance may vary depending on card configuration.)

Firmware Update Required

If you are installing this card into an existing printer, you must upgrade the printers firmware to support this network card.
Updated firmware can be downloaded from the Datamax-O’Neil FTP site at ftp.datamax-oneil.com. Refer to the printers
operator’s manual for more information on updating the printers firmware. Be sure the firmware file that you download is
version 11.04 or greater. Before installing new firmware verify (via a Configuration Label) that the printer bootloader is
version 11.01 or greater.

Overview 1

Card Installation

The following illustrations depict installation into an I-Class printer, other model installations are similar.

1. Turn ‘Off’ the Power Switch and unplug the
power cord from the AC Receptacle.

2. Remove the two Screws and Cover Plate from
the rear of the printer.

Card Cage

Screws

Cover Plate

When handling the Network Card, observe proper electrostatic discharge precautions to prevent damage.

CAUTION

3. Slide the Network Card into the center slot of the
printer. Be sure the Network Card is positioned
between the guides while inserting. Secure using
the two Screws provided in the kit.

4. Position the Rear Cover Plate (supplied in the

kit) as shown and secure using the two
previously removed Screws.

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Note: On some A-Class models, the Network

Card is installed upside-down.

Network Card

Rear Cover Plate

Notch

Screws

Overview 2

Introduction

These network cards can be equipped in the following configurations:

 Wired and Wireless Ethernet
 Wired Ethernet
 Wireless Ethernet (H-Class only)

External Hardware Descriptions

The functions of the Interface Card’s external hardware are defined below. Depending on the configuration
of your card some items may not be present.

Connectors

 ANTENNA is used to connect an antenna or coaxial cable for RF reception and transmission via this Multimedia

Indicator Lights

Label

This Label contains the MAC address of the Radio module on the network card and is not usually needed. The MAC address of the
printer is listed on the printer’s Configuration and Network Report test labels.

Communication Exchange (MMCX) Reverse Pin type connector.

 10/100 BaseT is used to connect a 10/100 BaseT Ethernet cable via this RJ45 network connector.

 ACTIVITY is a green indicator that flashes when the Card is not connected and scanning. The indicator will turn on when a

connection is made.

 LINK is a yellow indicator that comes on when the Card is associated with an Access Point or Ad-hoc peer.
 DATA is a green indicator that flashes when there is data transmitted between the printer and Host access point.

DMXrfNet

ANTENNA

ACTIVITY
LINK
DATA

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Installing the Antenna (wireless equipped cards only)

1. Extend the Antenna then align the Base to the
Connector.

2. Turn the Base clockwise until fully seated and tight on
the Connector.

3. Raise and position the Antenna.

To avoid permenant damage, do not pull on the antenna when
handling the Network Card.

Antenna

Overview 3

Connector

Base