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EasyCoder?4420
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Label Printer
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Manual Change Record
printers.
electronics
cover,
and
troubleshooting
tiponuneven
print
quality
and
ribbon
wrinkling.
This page records the changes to this manual. The manual was originally released as version 001.
Version
002
003
004
Date
10/2001
03/2003
09/2006
Description of Change
Updated the user’s guide to support latest hardware version of the 4420 and 4440
Updated the user’s manual to include the EasyLAN 10i2 adapter accessory and the
EasyLAN wireless option.
Updated this manual to include new front matter, a warning about opening the
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Contents
*
Before
You
Begin.................................................................................................................ix
Safety
Information..................................................................................................ix
Global
Services
and
Support
...................................................................................ix
1
2
Connecting
the
Printer
toaPC
............................................................................
22
Connecting
the
Printer
toanAS/400....................................................................
24
Cabling
in
Noisy
Electrical
Environments
............................................................
24
Getting Started............................................................................................................................... 1
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Warranty Information ...............................................................................ix
Web Support .............................................................................................ix
Telephone Support.....................................................................................x
Who Should Read This Document? ........................................................................x
Related Documents ................................................................................................xi
Learning About the Printer .................................................................................................. 2
Understanding the Front Panel............................................................................................ 3
Using the Front Panel LEDs................................................................................... 3
Using the Front Panel LEDs for Troubleshooting .................................................. 4
Using the Feed/Pause Button.................................................................................. 5
Preparing the Printer for Installation ................................................................................... 5
Connecting the Printer to a Power Source .............................................................. 6
Opening the Printer................................................................................................ 7
Loading Media Into the Printer .............................................................................. 7
Loading Roll Media................................................................................... 8
Loading Fanfold Media ............................................................................. 9
Loading Thermal Transfer Ribbon ....................................................................... 11
Printing the Hardware Configuration Test Label.................................................. 14
Setting the Media Sensitivity Number ............................................................................... 15
Setting the MSN for Intermec Media and Ribbon................................................ 16
Setting the MSN for Other Media and Ribbon .................................................... 17
Installing the Printer ................................................................................................................. 21
Connecting the Printer to Your System ............................................................................. 22
Connecting the Printer to a PC Serial Port .............................................. 23
Connecting the Printer to a PC Parallel Port ........................................... 23
Connecting the Printer to a Network.................................................................... 23
Connecting the Printer to a Mainframe ................................................................ 24
Configuring the Serial Port for Communications .............................................................. 25
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3
4
5
Cleaning
the
Printhead
.........................................................................................
32
Cleaning
the
Printer
Covers..................................................................................
34
Cleaning
the
Media
Guides
and
Media
Path.........................................................
36
Cleaning
the
Label
Sensors
...................................................................................
37
Correcting
Uneven
Print
Quality
.........................................................................
48
Adjusting
the
Print
Darkness
................................................................................
49
Adjusting
the
Label
Gap
Sensor
............................................................................
54
Adjusting
the
Label
Mark
Sensor
..........................................................................
56
Using
the
Printer
Memory
Efficiently...................................................................
57
What
IsanImage
Band?
..........................................................................
58
Communicating With the Printer...................................................................................... 27
Using the PrintSet Software.................................................................................. 27
Using Third-Party Software.................................................................................. 27
Using Intermec Printer Language (IPL) Commands ............................................. 27
Using PrintSet to Test Communications ........................................................................... 28
Maintaining the Printer........................................................................................................... 29
Inspecting the Printer ........................................................................................................ 30
Maintenance Schedule ....................................................................................................... 30
Tools for Cleaning the Printer ........................................................................................... 31
Cleaning the Rollers and the Tear Bar .................................................................. 34
Troubleshooting the Printer ................................................................................................ 39
Troubleshooting Checklist................................................................................................. 40
Printer Operation Problems............................................................................................... 40
Print Quality Problems...................................................................................................... 42
Communication Problems................................................................................................. 44
Preventing Data Loss ......................................................................................................... 44
Optimizing Printer Performance ....................................................................................... 47
Optimizing and Maintaining Print Quality ....................................................................... 48
Fine-Tuning the Top of Form Position ................................................................ 51
How Is the Printer Storage Memory Used?.............................................. 57
Making the Most of the Memory............................................................. 57
Increasing Throughput ......................................................................................... 58
How the Image Bands Command Works ................................................ 58
Optimizing Print Speed and Image Band Setting..................................... 59
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Using
Data
Line
Print
Mode
................................................................................
64
Performing
Selective
Transfer
...............................................................................
64
Using
Memory
Reset
............................................................................................
65
Setting
the
Number
of
Dot
Increments
................................................................
67
Adjusting
the
Label
Rest
Point..............................................................................
68
Setting
Emulation
Mode
......................................................................................
69
Using
Forms
Adjust..............................................................................................
71
Communications
Interfaces
..................................................................................
79
Cutter......................................................................................................
80
Memory
Expansion
..............................................................................................
81
2D
Stacked
Symbologies
.........................................................................
82
Advanced
Character
Table....................................................................................
86
Emulation
Mode
Character
Table
........................................................................
86
Code
Page
850
Character
Table............................................................................
88
Using Test and Service Mode............................................................................................... 61
Using Test and Service Mode Procedures .......................................................................... 62
Printing Test Labels........................................................................................................... 64
Setting Configuration Commands in Test and Service Mode ............................................ 66
X Forms Adjust ....................................................................................... 72
Y Forms Adjust........................................................................................ 72
Specifications ................................................................................................................................ 75
B
4420 and 4440 Printer Specifications ................................................................................ 76
Factory Default Settings..................................................................................................... 78
Printer Options ................................................................................................................. 79
EasyLAN 10i Interface............................................................................. 79
EasyLAN 10i2 Adapter............................................................................ 80
EasyLAN Wireless Option....................................................................... 80
Coax Interface ......................................................................................... 80
Twinax Interface...................................................................................... 80
Finishers ............................................................................................................... 80
Self-Strip/Full Roll Batch Takeup............................................................ 80
Kanji/Katakana..................................................................................................... 81
Bar Code Symbologies Supported...................................................................................... 81
2D Symbologies ................................................................................................... 82
2D Matrix Symbologies........................................................................... 83
Character Sets ............................................................................................................................... 85
International Character Sets............................................................................................... 86
IBM Translation Character Table......................................................................... 87
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G
I
Communications Reference ................................................................................................. 93
C
Extended Character Sets .................................................................................................... 89
Communications Protocols ............................................................................................... 94
Intermec Standard Protocol .................................................................................. 94
XON/XOFF Protocol (Software and Hardware Flow Control) ............................ 95
Polling Mode D.................................................................................................... 96
Multi-Drop Protocol ............................................................................................ 96
Hardware Protocol ............................................................................................... 96
User-Defined Protocol.......................................................................................... 97
Host Requirements............................................................................................... 98
Communications Boundaries................................................................................ 98
Communications Interfaces ............................................................................................... 98
RS-232 Serial Interface ......................................................................................... 99
RS-422 Serial Interface ......................................................................................... 99
RS-485 Serial Interface ......................................................................................... 99
Printer Serial Port ............................................................................................................ 100
Glossary .......................................................................................................................................... 103
Index ................................................................................................................................................. 111
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or
statement
that
must
be
strictly
observed
to
avoid
death
or
serious
injury
to
the
persons
working
on
the
equipment.
statement
that
must
be
strictly
observed
to
prevent
equipment
damage
or
destruction,
or
corruption
or
lossofdata.
Service
&
Support
Warranty
expressly
disclaimed,
including
the
implied
warranties
of
merchantability
and
support
for
your
Intermec
product.
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4420
and
4440
Bar
Code
Label
Printer
User’s
Manual
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This section provides you with safety information, technical support
information, and sources for additional product information.
Safety
*1233*Helv Condensed Before You Begin
Information
Your safety is extremely important. Read and follow all warnings and cautions
in this document before handling and operating Intermec equipment. You can
be seriously injured, and equipment and data can be damaged if you do not
follow the safety warnings and cautions.
A warning alerts you of an operating procedure, practice, condition,
A caution alerts you to an operating procedure, practice, condition, or
Note: Notes either provide extra information about a topic or contain
special instructions for handling a particular condition or set of
circumstances.
Global Services and Support
Warranty Information
To understand the warranty for your Intermec product, visit the Intermec web
site at www.intermec.com and click
>
.
Disclaimer of warranties: The sample code included in this document is
presented for reference only. The code does not necessarily represent complete,
tested programs. The code is provided “as is with all faults.” All warranties are
fitness for a particular purpose.
Web Support
Visit the Intermec web site at www.intermec.com to download our current
documents (in PDF). To order printed versions of the Intermec manuals,
contact your local Intermec representative or distributor.
Visit the Intermec support services knowledge base (Knowledge Central) at
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call
1-800-755-5505
Service
products
media
Description
ribbons.
about
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number
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authorized
technician.
contract.
or
other
service
invoicing
questions.
and
choose
this
option
1or2
and
then
choose
3
Contact
printer.
The
last
partofthe
manual
covers
advanced
features
of
the
4420
and
x
Telephone Support
These services are available from Intermec.
In the U.S.A. and Canada
Order Intermec
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Who Should Read This Document?
Analysts and programmers should use this manual to learn how to operate,
program, and connect the printer to a network or system. The first part of this
manual tells you how to install, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot your
4440 printers. A basic understanding of programming and data
communications is necessary.
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Related
Documents
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The Intermec web site contains Intermec documents (in PDF) that you can
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To download documents
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*2 Click Service & Support > Manuals.
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representative or distributor.
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1 Getting Started
EasyCoder
4420
and
4440
Bar
Code
Label
Printer
User’s
Manual
This chapter introduces the 4420 and 4440 printer and explains how to
get your new printer up and running. This chapter covers these topics:
*• Learning about the printer
*• Understanding the front panel
*• Preparing the printer for installation
*• Setting the media sensitivity number
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cover
Learning About the Printer
Features of the 4420 and 4440 printer include:
*• High throughput
*• IEEE 1284 parallel port
*• 18,000 inch ribbon capacity
*• Simple user interface
*• Moveable label gap sensor
*• Up to 10 inches per second (ips) print speed with selected
media
*• Thermal transfer and direct thermal printing support
Media
window
Media
Feed/Pause
button
*Power/Data LED Feed/Pause
Alert LED
*
Powe
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Alertr/Data
e
442
Empty/Pause
0
LED
44XXU001.eps
Media access door
4420 and 4440 front view: This illustration shows the 4420 and 4440 features on the
front of the printers.
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printer.
option.
Feed/Pause
button.
Darkness adjust
control
DIP switches
Optional I/O
board port
Serial communications
port
Parallel port
4420 and 4440 back view: This illustration shows the 4420 and 4440 features on
the
back of the printers.
Several options are available for use with the 4420 and 4440
See
Appendix A, “ Specifications, ” for a complete description of each
Understanding the Front Panel
This section explains the function of the front panel LEDs and the
I
O
Fanfold media
access slot
On/Off
switch
AC power cord
receptacle
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Using the Front Panel LEDs
You use the front panel LEDs to monitor the status of the printer.
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On
Flashing
Power
on
Receiving
data
Flashing
On
Over-temperature
System
fault
Flashing
On
Paused
Media
fault
stops.
Do
not
trytotroubleshoot
or
adjust
the
printer
—
just
allow
it
enough
timetocool
down
anditwill
resume
operation
on
its
own.
You
should
only
encounter
this
problem
after
extended
print
jobs.
Faults
“
Troubleshooting
the
Printer,
”
for
helpincorrecting
the
problem.
Feed/Pause
1
2
3
Front panel LEDs: This illustration shows the LEDs that are on the front panel of the
printers. For help understanding these LEDs, see the next LED Descriptions table.
Power/Data
Alert
Empty/Pause
44XXU026.eps
LED Descriptions
*Number LED *State Indication
1 Power/Data Off
2 Alert Off
*3 Empty/Pause Off
Power off
Printing or idle
Printing or idle
Using the Front Panel LEDs for
Troubleshooting
You can use the front panel LEDs to troubleshoot the printer.
LED States for Problems
Problem LED State
*Over-Temperature If the printer overheats, the Alert LED flashes and the printer
Media or
System
4
If the Empty/Pause or the Alert LED remains on, the printer is
experiencing a media or system fault. See Chapter 4,
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Using
the
Feed/Pause
Button
printer,
performs
several
functions
depending
on
the
mode
of
the
printer.
a
minimum
specified
amount
of
media.
Printing
Turned
on
for
the
first
time
media.
offline.
print
job.
configuration
test
label.
When
you
release
the
button,
the
media
stops
feeding.
the
button
again
to
bring
the
printer
online.
resume
printing.
until
the
printer
stops
printing.
See“Printing
the
Hardware
Configuration
Test
Label
”
laterinthis
chapter.
Preparing
the
Printer
for
Installation
The Feed/Pause button, located on the front panel of the 4420 or 4440
Feed/Pause Button Functions
Printer Mode You Want To What to Do
Idle Feed out one label or
Press and release the Feed/Pause button.
feedCont
inuously
Take the printer
Pause the printer.
Cancel the current
Print the hardware
Press and hold the Feed/Pause button.
Press the Feed/Pause button twice. Press
Press and release the Feed/Pause button.
Press and release the button again to
Press and hold the Feed/Pause button
Press and hold the Feed/Pause button.
Before connecting the printer to your data collection system, you need
to
*1 connect the printer to a power source.
*2 open the printer.
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and
4440
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*3 load media.
*4 load ribbon.
*5 print a hardware configuration test label.
These steps are described in the next sections.
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communications
port,
the
parallel
communications
port,
the
accessory
O
8
8
Connecting the Printer to a Power Source
The back of the printer contains the AC power cord receptacle, the serial
port, the darkness adjust, the On/Off switch, and two banks of DIP
switches.
To connect the printer to a power source
*1Turn off the printer.
*2 Make sure the DIP switches on the back of the printer are set to their
factory default settings.
Top Bank Turn on switch 1. Turn off switches 2 through 8.
*Bottom Bank Turn off switches 1 through 8.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
I
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 812 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
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O
I
44XXU005.eps
O
*3Plug the AC power cord into the receptacle at the rear of the printer.
*4 Plug the other end of the power cord into a grounded wall outlet or
surge protector.
*5 Turn the printer on.
When you turn on the printer, the green light emitting diode (LED) lights
and the platen roller advances. The yellow LED lights until you load
media.
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Opening the
maintenance
procedures.
Empty
transfer.
If
you
are
using
thermal
transfer
media,
you
need
to
load
thermal
ribbon,
see“Loading
Thermal
Transfer
Ribbon
”
later
in
this
chapter.
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Printer
You need to open the printer when you load media or perform
To open the printer
*1Place the fingers of your right hand under the embossed section of the
media cover (the media cover release) and pull the bottom of the media
cover away from the base of the printer.
*2 Grasp the front of the media cover with your left hand and lift the front
of the media cover upward to release it from the printer frame.
*3 Lift the media cover away from the top of the printer.
3
2
Feed/Pause
Power/D
ata
Alert
/Pause
442
0
Loading Media Into the Printer
The printer can print on rolls of or fanfold thermal transfer or direct
thermal media. The default setting for the printer is direct thermal mode.
However, the sample media that shipped with the printer is thermal
transfer ribbon and change the media type setting. For help loading the
change the media type setting, see “Configuring the Serial Port for
Communications” in Chapter 2.
1
44XXU006.eps
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retainer.
Media
Edge
support
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Loading Roll Media
*1 Raise the printhead by rotating the head lift lever clockwise until the
printhead disengages.
*2 Turn the supply roll retainer counterclockwise to release it and then
slide it to the outer end of the supply roll post. Turn it clockwise to lock
it in place.
Note: If you are replacing the empty media roll with a new roll of the
same width, you do not need to adjust the edge guide or the supply roll
*3Place the media roll on the supply roll post and position it firmly against
the printer.
*4 Insert the media support between the roll of media and the supply roll
retainer before securing it.
*5 Turn the supply roll retainer counterclockwise and slide it lightly up
against the media support. Turn the supply roll retainer clockwise to
secure.
*6 Loosen the edge guide and slide it all the way to the outer edge of the
lower media guide. Tighten it in place.
*7 Pull down on the lower media guide to allow easy access to the media
path.
*8 Unroll several inches of media and insert it between the media guide
plates as shown below. Make sure the label passes between the upper
and lower media guides and out the front of the printer.
Head lift
lever
Label
gap
sensor
Upper
media guide
Media roll
Supply roll
post
Supply roll
retainer
Media
guide
Lower
media guide
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Release
the
lower
media
guide
and
adjust
the
edge
guide
(by
loosening
it
and
sliding
it)toposition
the
media
firmly
against
the
inside
wall
of
the
the
instructions
for“Loading
Thermal
Transfer
Ribbon
”
later
in
this
your
third-party
software,
or
the
printer
command
settotell
the
printer
*
printer.
*10 Adjust the label gap sensor position if necessary. For help, see
“Adjusting the Label Gap Sensor” in Chapter 5.
*11 If you are using thermal transfer media, you need to load ribbon. Follow
chapter before you finish performing this procedure.
*12 Lower the printhead by rotating the head lift lever counterclockwise
until it locks.
*13 If you are loading continuous media or mark label stock, use PrintSet,
what kind of media you are using.
*14 Press the Feed/Pause button to advance several inches of media through
the printer and out the label opening in the front cover. The yellow
Empty/Pause LED goes out.
Note: If the yellow Empty/Pause LED does not go out, reload the media
and try again.
Note: In the future, you may want to refer to the label located on the
inside of the media cover for directions on loading media.
Loading Fanfold Media
In fanfold printing, you place a stack of fanfold media at the rear of the
printer and feed it into the printer through a slot in the rear cover.
To load fanfold media
*1Open the printer.
*2 Rotate the head lift lever clockwise to release the printhead.
*3 Turn the supply roll retainer counterclockwise and slide it to the outer
end of the supply roll post. See the next illustration.
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media
previous
illustration.
The
fanfold
media
passes
over
the
supply
roll
post
turn
the
supply
roll
retainer
clockwise
until
it
locks
firmly
in
place.
This
➤
➤
➤
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 81 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Media access
➤
Head lift
*lever Edge
guide Lower
guide Supply
roll
Supply
post
roll
retainer
*4Place the fanfold media slightly lower than the slot in the printer back
I
O
slot
Fanfold
media
44XXU008.eps
cover. Align the fanfold media with the label path through the printer.
Insert media through the slot at the rear of the printer and thread it over
the supply roll post.
*5 Unscrew the edge guide and slide it to the outer edge of the lower media
*6 Pull down on the lower media guide to allow easy access to the media
*7 Insert the fanfold media through the printer mechanism as shown in the
*8 Release the lower media guide and adjust the edge guide to position the
*9 Slide the supply roll retainer up to the edge of the fanfold media and
*10 Rotate the head lift lever counterclockwise until it locks to engage the
10
guide. Screw it in place.
path.
and out the front opening of the printer.
media firmly against the inside wall of the printer.
action secures the media against the inside wall of the printer.
printhead.
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Replace
the
media
cover.
inside
of
the
media
cover
for
directions
on
loading
media.
thermal
transfer
media.
You
also
must
use
thermal
transfer
media
and
Media
Into
the
Printer
”
earlier
in
this
chapter.
To
change
the
media
type
printed
on
it.
You
need
this
information
to
set
the
correct
media
sensitivity
core.
The
printer
ships
from
the
factory
with
the
cardboard
core-locking
bracket
slotonthe
ribbon
hub.
11
*
*12 Press the Feed/Pause button to advance one label through the printer.
The yellow Empty/Pause LED goes out.
Note: If the yellow Empty/Pause LED does not go out, reload the media
and try again.
Note: In the future, you may want to refer to the label located on the
Loading Thermal Transfer Ribbon
If you plan to print in thermal transfer mode, you must install thermal
transfer ribbon (TTR) on the ribbon supply hub after you install the
change the media type setting. For help loading the media, see “Loading
setting, see “Configuring the Serial Port for Communications” in
Chapter 2.
Note: Save the packaging that your ribbon came in. Attached to the
ribbon packaging is a small label with a three-digit sensitivity number
number. For help, see “Setting the Media Sensitivity Number” later in this
chapter.
The core of your thermal transfer ribbon is either made of cardboard or
plastic. You need to use the correct core-locking brackets for your ribbon
brackets already attached.
Note: If you do not use the correct core-locking brackets, you may
experience printing problems or possible damage to the printer.
To change the cardboard core-locking brackets to plastic core-locking brackets
*1Pull up on the middle of the cardboard core-locking bracket (P/N
065375), while pushing down on one end with your index finger, until
the end of the bracket is free of the ribbon hub.
*2 Remove the other end of the bracket from the ribbon hub.
*3 Slide one end of the plastic core-locking bracket (P/N 066792) into a
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Liftupon
the
middle
of
the
bracket
and
use
your
index
finger
to
slide
the
other
endofthe
bracket
into
the
remaining
bracket
slotonthe
44XXU029.eps
Bracket
slot
guiding
the
ribbon
through
the
printhead
mechanism.
through
the
printhead
mechanism
and
the
leader
moves
past
the
*
ribbon hub.
Core-locking
bracket
To load thermal transfer ribbon
*1Make sure you have raised the printhead. If not, turn the head lift lever
clockwise until it releases the printhead.
*2 Place the empty ribbon core that came with the printer onto the ribbon
rewind hub.
*3 Detach the leader from the new thermal transfer ribbon roll and unwind
the end of the ribbon approximately 20.32 cm (8 in). The edge of the
ribbon has a leader (with an adhesive strip on the leader edge) for
*4 Slide the roll of thermal transfer ribbon onto the ribbon supply hub
with the ribbon roll winding clockwise.
*5 Route the ribbon leader through the printer mechanism as shown in the
following illustration.
*6 Attach the leader from the new thermal transfer ribbon roll to the
empty ribbon core using the adhesive strip on the leader edge.
Note: Make sure the ribbon runs above the upper media guide. The
shiny side of the ribbon must come in contact with the printhead.
*7Wind the ribbon rewind hub clockwise until the ribbon runs smoothly
printhead.
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Empty
ribbon
TTR
assist
roller
Printhead
Port
for
Communications
”inChapter
2
for
DIP
switch
settings.
ec
Intermec
roll
Thermal transfer
ribbon
Feed/Pause
Power/
Data
Alert
Empty
/Pause
4420
Upper media
guide
Ribbon supply
hub
Ribbon rewind
Head
hub
lift lever
44XXU028.eps
*8 Engage the printhead by rotating the head lift lever counterclockwise
until it locks.
*9 Enable thermal transfer printing by setting DIP switch 8 on the bottom
bank of switches to the on position. Refer to “Configuring the Serial
*10 Press the Feed/Pause button to advance the ribbon through the printer.
The printer is now ready to print the hardware configuration test label.
Note: When replacing the thermal transfer ribbon roll in the future, use
the empty ribbon supply core as the new rewinder core.
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make
sureitis
operating
correctly.
The
hardware
configuration
test
label
configuration
test
label.
Note:
The
hardware
configuration
label
defines
the
above
parameters.
Printing the Hardware Configuration Test Label
You can print the hardware configuration test label to test the printer and
lists the printer’s configuration and provides information on the status of
the printer hardware. Use this label for reference when connecting the
printer to your system.
To print the hardware configuration test label
*1Turn off the printer.
*2 Press and hold the Feed/Pause button while you turn the printer on.
The Alert and Empty/Pause LEDs blink during the printer self-test.
*3 Release the Feed/Pause button when the media starts moving. The
printer feeds out one or two blank labels and then prints the hardware
*4 Turn the printer power off and then on again.
4440 Hardware Configuration
Memory Installed
Flash Storage
Image RAM
Flash SIMM
Mileage
Inches Processed
Inches Burned
Labels Cut
Printhead
Width
Dot Size
Burn Pot Setting
Hardware Options
I/O Option
Internal Option
External Option
Program
Version
: 128 kilobytes
: 805 kilobytes
: OKB
: 2664
: 2376
: 0
: 1792
: 2.5
: 128
: none
: none
: none
: 067197
: 0.8
44XXU.010
Individual values vary between printers.
If you are unable to print a hardware configuration test label, see “Printer
Operation Problems” in Chapter 4.
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amount
of
heat
required
by
the
printhead
to
image
a
label.
The
amount
of
media
and
ribbon
combinations
on
Intermec
printers.
You
can
achieve
the
best
print
quality
on
the
4420
or
4440
printer
by
using
only
Intermec
and
call
1-800-755-5505,
press
1
and
then
1.
The
part
number
may
be
printed
on
the
outside
of
the
box
carton.
Print
Quality
Assistant
to
help
you
choose
the
correct
MSN.
If
you
want
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Setting the Media Sensitivity Number
The media sensitivity number (MSN) is important, because you use it to
optimize print quality and print speed. The three-digit MSN specifies the
heat that each roll of media or ribbon requires is unique due to different
chemistries and manufacturing processes.
Intermec has developed heating schedules (the amount of heat required to
image a label) to produce the highest possible print quality for Intermec
ribbon and media products. This table lists the default MSN:
Default MSNs
Media Type
Direct thermal media ( 2 to 5 ips)
Direct thermal media (6 to 8 ips)
*Thermal transfer media (2 to 10 ips) 567
Default
470
720
If you need to determine an MSN, obtain the part number of your media
Use the PrintSet software, your third-party software, or the Intermec
Printer Language (IPL) command set to change the MSN. If you do not
know the sensitivity numbers for your media or ribbon, use the PrintSet
to see the current sensitivity setting of your printer, print out a software
configuration label.
To print a software configuration label
*1Turn off the printer.
*2 Press and hold the Feed/Pause button while turning the printer on. The
printer prints out a hardware configuration label.
*3 Set the DIP switches to print out the software test label.
*4Hold the Feed/Pause button down for 1 second. The printer prints out
*5 Return the DIP switches to their original settings.
*6 Turn the printer off and then on again.
Top Bank Turn off switches 1 through 6 and 8. Turn on switch 7.
*Bottom Bank Turn off switches 1 through 8.
the software configuration label.
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hasanasterisk
(*)inplace
of
oneofthe
digits.
To
optimize
the
sensitivity
Media
or
Ribbon
Number
Description
identify
the
ribbon
’ssensitivity
number.
identify
the
media
’ssensitivity
number.
16
The
Media
Type
dialog
box
appears.
Setting the MSN for Intermec Media and Ribbon
The sensitivity number on each roll of thermal transfer media or ribbon
number for thermal transfer media, you combine the digits as in this
example.
Example: Setting the Sensitivity Number
Sensitivity
*Thermal transfer media 56*
*Thermal transfer ribbon 5*7
567
The asterisk reserves the third digit to
The asterisk reserves the second digit to
Optimized media sensitivity number
To set the sensitivity number for direct thermal media, use the three-digit
sensitivity number located on the roll of media or listed in the Direct
Thermal Media Sensitivity Settings table later in this chapter.
To set the MSN with PrintSet
*1Start PrintSet on your PC.
*2 Click the Media Type button.
*3 On the Print Quality Setup tab, enter your three-digit number in the
Media Sensitivity Number field.
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command
updates
to
the
attached
printer.
and
Thermal
Transfer
Media
Sensitivity
Settings
tables
list
the
and
700
for
direct
thermal),
and
work
your
way
down
until
you
achieve
Optimize
your
individual
print
speed
based
on
your
media
and
the
format
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*4Click OK.
*5 Download your change to the printer by pressing the button to send
Setting the MSN for Other Media and Ribbon
If you are not using Intermec media and ribbon, or you misplaced your
packaging with the three-digit sensitivity number label on it, you can set
the approximate sensitivity rating. The first column of the Direct Thermal
approximate sensitivity settings. To achieve acceptable print quality, enter
the three-digit MSN (for example, 800).
If you are unsure of how to set the media sensitivity rating, start with the
highest setting, which provides the lowest energy (800 for thermal transfer
the best print quality.
Note: The hardware configuration label defines the above parameters.
Individual values vary between printers.
Use the maximum recommended print speed only as a guideline.
that you want to print. If you exceed the maximum recommended print
speed, you may notice reduced print quality.
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Direct
Thermal
Media
Sensitivity
Settings
Sensitivity
Sensitivity
Recommended
Ratings
Setting
Direct
Thermal
Media
Print
Speed
Sensitivity
Medium
Sensitivity
Sensitivity
Sensitivity
Sensitivity
Recommended
Ratings
Sensitivity
(Paper)
Setting
Direct
Thermal
Media
Uncoated/Standard
Labels/Standard-1
Tags/Standard-1
Print
Speed
Approximate
700 Series High
400 Series
100 Series Low
720
480
470
460
450
440
420
180
170
160
140
130
*Duratherm Lightning Plus 2 8 ips
*Duratherm Lightning IR Tag5 ips
*Duratherm Lightning-1 5 ips
*European IR 5 ips
*Duratherm IR Lightning-1 5 ips
*European Thermal 5 ips
*Duratherm Lightning-2 5 ips
Duratherm II-1
European Tag
Duratherm II Tag
European Top
Duratherm II-2
Maximum
3 ips
3 ips
3 ips
3 ips
3 ips
Thermal Transfer Media and Ribbon Sensitivity Settings
Approximate Maximum
800 Series High
864
854
834
European
Duratran TTR Paper
Duratran TTR Paper
8 ips
6 ips
6 ips
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Sensitivity
Sensitivity
Recommended
Ratings
Medium
Sensitivity
(Plastic)
Setting
Direct
Thermal
Media
Valeron/Premium-7
7
Print
Speed
Polyethelene/Premium
Kimdura/Premium-7
Medium
Sensitivity
(Paper)
Paper/Premium
mil/Premium-7
Sensitivity
(Plastic)
Sensitivity
(Kapton)
Polyester/Super
Premium-3
Polyester/Super
Premium-7
(Kapton)/Gloss
Super
Premium
(Kapton)/Super
Premium-7
(Kapton)/Super
Premium-7
(Kapton)/Matte
Super
Premium
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Thermal Transfer Media and Ribbon Sensitivity Settings (continued)
Approximate Maximum
600 Series
500 Series
687
677
647
643
633
627
623
567
565
563
533
527
Duratran TTR Polyester or
Duratran Syntran/Premium-
*Duratran Tyvek/Premium-7 4 ips
6 ips
6 ips
*European Tyvek/Premium 4 ips
European
Duratran
8 ips
10 ips
European Kimdura/Premium 6 ips
*Duratran II-1/Premium-7 10 ips
*European Premium 7 ips
*Duratran VG/Standard 4 ips
*European Tag/Premium 6 ips
*Duratran II Tag-7 6 ips
300 Series Low
200 Series Low
513
369
366
238
236
226
222
*European Coated/Premium 6 ips
Super Premium
Super Premium
Gloss Polyimide
Gloss Polyimide
Matte Polyimide
Matte Polyimide
5 ips
5 ips
3 ips
3 ips
3 ips
3 ips
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2 Installing the Printer
and
configure
the
serial
port
for
communications.
This
chapter
covers
This chapter explains how to connect the printer to your PC or
network
these topics:
*• Connecting the printer to your system
*• Configuring the serial port for communications
*• Communicating with the printer
*• Using PrintSet to test communications
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printer
to
anyofthese
systems.
Optional
I/O
44XXU012.eps
Printer
ports:
This
illustration
shows
you
where
to
connect
your
system
to
the
printer.
Connecting
the
Printer
toaPC
printer.
Contact
your
Intermec
representative
for
ordering
assistance
if
you
Connecting the Printer to Your System
You can connect the printer to a PC, a local area network, an AS/400 (or
other midrange), or a mainframe. This section explains how to connect the
You can use any of these three ports on the rear of the printer:
*• Serial communications port
*• Parallel port
*• Optional I/O board port (if you have an interface card installed)
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
I
O
board port
Serial communications
port
Parallel port
You can connect the printer to either a serial (COM) port or a parallel port
on your PC. You must provide the correct cables for connecting the
do not have the appropriate cables.
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Connecting
the
Printer
toaPC
Serial
Port
subminiature
connector.
You
can
purchase
the
Intermec
serial
9F-25M
purchase
or
make
your
own
cable.
Also
see
Appendix
C
for
the
RS-232,
rearofthe
printer.
networks,
token
ring
networks,
or
other
TCP/IP
networks.
To
connect
the
procedures
in“Configuring
the
Serial
Port
for
Communications
”
later
in
To connect the 4420 or 4440 to your PC serial port, you need a shielded
EIA RS-232, RS-422, or RS-485 electrical interface with a 25-pin D-style
null modem cable (P/N 048693) or purchase a compatible cable from
your local computer store.
Currently, Intermec does not offer a cable for the RS-422 interface.
However, you will find a schematic in Appendix C that you can use to
RS-422, and RS-485 serial port assignments.
To connect the printer to a PC serial port
*1Turn off the printer.
*2 Plug the 25-pin connector into the serial communications port on the
*3 Plug the other end of the cable into a serial port on the PC.
*4 If necessary, change the PC serial port configuration to match the
printer. See “Configuring the Serial Port for Communications” later in
this chapter for more information.
Connecting the Printer to a PC Parallel Port
If you are using a parallel port to communicate with the printer, you need
a parallel cable to run between the printer and the PC. You can purchase
the Intermec IEEE 1284 parallel cable (P/N 590124) or purchase a
compatible cable from your local computer store.
To connect the printer to a PC parallel port
*1Turn off the printer.
*2 Plug the parallel interface connector into the parallel communications
port on the rear of the printer.
*3 Plug the other end of the cable into a parallel port on the PC.
Connecting the Printer to a Network
You can connect the printer to Novell NetWare networks, Ethernet
printer to a network, you must have an interface card (for example,
EasyLAN 10i2) installed. Ethernet, coax, and twinax cards are field or
factory installed.
If you need to change the printer’s communications parameters, follow the
this chapter.
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Connecting
the
Printer
toanAS/400
need
part
number
GA27-2805-4,
for
further
information.
disrupt
data
communications
between
your
host
computer
and
the
printer:
To connect the printer directly to an AS/400 or midrange computer, you
*• a twinax adapter card (P/N 067879).
*• a twinax cable equivalent to IBM part number 7362267 or 7362062.
The maximum cable length for the twinax interface is 1,525 meters
(5,000 feet).
If you did not order the twinax card to be installed at the factory, contact
your local Intermec representative to have one installed in the optional I/O
board port of the printer.
For help on cabling and communications, see the manual that comes with
the twinax adapter card.
Note: If you are using a midrange computer other than the AS/400, refer
to your system documentation for information on cabling and setting up
communications.
Connecting the Printer to a Mainframe
To connect the printer directly to an IBM mainframe, you need
*• a coax adapter card (P/N 067880).
*• a coax cable equivalent to IBM part number 2577672 or 1833108.
If you did not order the coax card to be installed at the factory, contact
your local Intermec representative to have one installed in the optional I/O
board port of the printer.
The maximum cable length allowed is 1,500 meters (4,920 feet). See the
IBM specification Installation and Assembly of Coaxial Cable and Accessories,
For help on cabling and communications, see the manual that comes with
the coax adapter card.
Cabling in Noisy Electrical Environments
The items listed below create noisy electrical environments that can
*• Large power transformers
*• Large electrical motors
*• Arc welders
*• Motor controllers
*• Switch gears
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If
anyofthese
items
are
near
the
printer,
you
may
want
to
try
anyofthe
following
suggestions
to
reduce
the
effects
of
electrical
noise.
If
you
need
configure
the
serial
port.
set
DIP
switch
8onthe
bottom
bank
of
switches
to
theonposition.
using
a
Multi-Drop
network.
the
printer.
oddoreven.
address
protocol.
25
help eliminating noise, ask your Intermec representative for assistance.
*• Always use shielded cable. Connect the cable and shield to the metal
backshells on the cable connectors and fasten the connectors to the serial
ports using screws.
*• Install ferrite cable clamps.
*• Connect the printer chassis ground to the building ground. You will
find the chassis ground on the ground pin of the printer power cord.
Configuring the Serial Port for Communications
You need to configure the serial port of the printer to match the
configuration of your PC or network controlling device. If the printer’s
default settings do not match, use the DIP switch settings table to
Note: You need to configure the printer serial port for 8 data bits if you
want to print code pages or 8-bit ASCII character sets. Also, use
XON/XOFF protocol for Ready/Busy buffer control.
To configure the printer serial port
*1Use the following DIP Switch Settings Descriptions table to locate the
DIP switches you use to configure the serial port.
*2 Use a small straight-slot screwdriver to set the appropriate DIP switches.
For example, if you want to change the media type to thermal transfer,
*3 Turn the printer power off and then on for the configuration changes to
take effect.
Note: Make sure you set all Multi-Drop switches to off if you are not
DIP Switch Settings Descriptions
*Parameter Description
Baud rate
Parity
Data bits
*Batch takeup Enables or disables the optional batch takeup/self-strip motor.
Multi-Drop
The rate, in bits per second, at which the host exchanges data with
Adds one bit (1 or 0) to the character to make the sum of bits always
The number of bits (7 or 8) that represent the ASCII characters.
Unique address for each device connected with Multi-Drop
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printer
and
each
connecting
device.
transfer
media.
*
4,800
2,400
*
Odd
None
*
8
Bit
*
Enabled
**
*
*
XON/XOFF
Intermec
Standard
Intermec
auto
Discriminate
*
****
*
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DIP Switch Settings Descriptions (continued)
*Parameter Description
Protocol The transmission standards for communication between the
*Media type Enables the printer to work with either direct thermal or thermal
O = OFF
1 = ON
Baud Rate Selec tion
Number of Data Bits
19,200
9,600
38,400
57,600
115,200
Parity Selection
Even
7 Bit
Reserved
BatchTakeup
Disabled
1,200
None
Default settings are noted with
an *
Top Bank Switch Number
OFF
ON
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
8
O O O
**1 O O
**O 1 O
**1 1 O
**OO 1
**1 O 1
**O 1 1
**1 1 1
O O
*1 O
*O 1
*1 1
Bottom Bank Switch Number
O = OFF
1 = ON
Multi-Drop Address Selection
O
1
O
O
1
ProtocolSelection
XON/XOFF Industry Standard
Intermec Multi-Drop
OFF
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
ON
*A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
M
N
O
P
Q
R
S
T
U
V
W
X
Y
Z
0
1
2
3
4
5
O O O O O
****1 O O O O
****O 1 O O O
****1 1 O O O
****O O 1 O O
****1 O 1 O O
****O 1 1 O O
****1 1 1 O O
****O O O 1 O
****1 O O 1 O
****O 1 O 1 O
****1 1 O 1 O
****O O 1 1 O
****1 O 1 1 O
****O 1 1 1 O
****1 1 1 1 O
****O O O O 1
****1 O O O 1
****O 1 O O 1
****1 1 O O 1
****O O 1 O 1
****1 O 1 O 1
****O 1 1 O 1
****1 1 1 O 1
****O O O 1 1
****1 O O 1 1
****O 1 O 1 1
****1 1 O 1 1
****O O 1 1 1
****1 O 1 1 1
****O 1 1 1 1
****1 1 1 1 1
O O
*O 1
*1 O
*1 1
DIP switch settings: These charts illustrate the settings for the DIP switches on the top
and bottom banks. For a description of each setting, see the DIP Switch Settings
Descriptions table earlier in this chapter.
Media Type
Direct Thermal
Thermal Transfer
Default settings are noted with
44XXU020.eps
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the
universal
term
used
to
describe
the
transfer
of
information
from
the
collection
system.
This
section
describes
three
different
ways
to
communicate
with
the
printer:
the
printer
command
setorthe
configuration
DIP
switches.
commands.
You
can
use
the
IPL
commands
to
perform
any
function
or
Communicating With the Printer
Now that your printer is connected to your system, you are ready to print
labels by downloading data from the host to the printer. Downloading is
host to any connected peripheral device, such as the printer. When you
transfer data from your printer to the host, you are performing a process
called uploading.
You can use several methods to download information in your data
*1 Using the PrintSet software
*2 Using third-party software
*3 Using Intermec Printer Language (IPL) commands
Using the PrintSet Software
You can install the PrintSet application software from the Printer
Companion CD that shipped with the printer. Use PrintSet to easily
configure your printer from your PC. You can also use PrintSet to
*• download graphics and fonts (including TrueType).
*• print test labels.
*• modify and download configuration files.
Refer to the online help for information on using PrintSet.
Using Third-Party Software
You can use third-party software to set many of the printer parameters.
You can configure the parameters that your software does not set by using
Use your third-party software to create label formats and convert graphics
into a user-defined character (UDC) format that the printer can interpret.
Refer to your third-party documentation and the IPL Programming
Reference Manual (P/N 066396) for more information.
Using Intermec Printer Language (IPL) Commands
You can create labels by downloading formats (designs) and data with IPL
activate any feature of the printer except for those features or functions
that you set with the DIP switches.
For help using IPL commands, see the IPL Programming Reference
Manual.
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3
Select
the
Test
Label
option
button.
Select
Symbologies
list
box.
*0123456789*
Using PrintSet to Test Communications
If you would like to test communications between your host and the
printer, you can use PrintSet to download a test label.
To print the test label
*1Start PrintSet on your PC.
*2 Click the Test Print button.
*
*4 Select either the Text or the Bar Code option button.
If you select to print text, you can choose a font in the Select Printer
Font list box.
If you select to print a bar code, you can choose a symbology in the
*5 Click the Print button. Your printer prints out a test label.
For example, if you chose to print a bar code with the Code 39
symbology, your printer prints out a label similar to this one:
*0123456789*
*0123456789*
*0123456789*
44XXU033.eps
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3 Maintaining the Printer
maintenance
procedures
if
you
expose
the
printer
to
dirtordebris.
This
This chapter explains how to clean and maintain the printer. Even though
the printers can withstand harsh environments, you must clean them on a
regular basis to maximize performance. It is very important to perform the
chapter covers these topics:
*• Inspecting the printer
*• Maintenance schedule
*• Cleaning the printhead
*• Cleaning the printer covers
*• Cleaning the rollers and tear bar
*• Cleaning the media guides and media path
*• Cleaning the label sensors
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(TTR)
assist
roller
rollofmedia
(6,000
inor152m)or
ribbon
(18,000
inor457
m).
Clean
more
often
if
media.
Clean
more
often
in
environments
that
are
harsh
or
dusty.
Inspecting the Printer
Inspect the printer and the rest of your data collection system equipment
on a regular basis. Your inspection should include these tasks:
*• Make sure you have properly grounded the printer.
*• Inspect the work environment. Large electric motors, welders, and
switching equipment can affect printer performance.
*• Check the data collection network regularly for loose wires or poorly
installed connections. Be sure to replace corroded wires.
Maintenance Schedule
Clean the printer regularly to maintain the quality of the labels and extend
the life of the printer. This table contains suggestions for cleaning the
printer. Use the following illustration to locate the parts you need to clean.
Printer Maintenance Schedule
Printer Component
Thermal printhead
Printer Cover (not shown)
Drive roller and tear bar
Media path (not shown)
Edge guide
Upper media guide
Lower media guide
Thermal transfer ribbon
Label gap sensor (not shown)
Label mark sensor (not shown)
Maintenance Period
Inspect after every roll of media. Clean after every
necessary.
Clean as necessary.
Clean after every six rolls of media. If you are using
hi-tack adhesive, you must clean after every roll of
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Tear
bar
Upper
media
guide
Thermal
printhead
Tools
for
Cleaning
the
Printer
TTR assist
roller
Fee
d/Pa
use
Power/D
ata
Alert
Empty/P
ause
Intermec
ec
442
Drive
roller
0
guide
Lower media
guide
Edge
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Printer parts: This illustration shows the printer parts that need to be cleaned. For a
maintenance schedule of each part, see the Printer Maintenance Schedule table earlier
in this chapter.
To clean the printer safely and effectively, use these items:
*• Cleaning card (P/N 1-110501-00)
*• Cotton swabs
*• Isopropyl alcohol
*• Clean lint-free cloth
*• Soft bristle brush or vacuum cleaner
*• Soapy water or mild detergent
The following procedures explain how to access the printer parts and clean
them without causing any harm to the printer or yourself.
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cause
damage
to
the
internal
components.
Opening
the
electronics
cover
exposes
the
user
to
shock
hazards
which
may
result
in
injury
or
death.
endommager
les
composants
internes.
L’ouverture
du
couvercle
du
cleaning
any
part
of
the
printer.
c鈈led’
alimentation
avant
de
nettoyer
une
parte
del’
imprimante.
6,000
in)orribbon
(457
mor18,000
in).
Clean
more
often
if
necessary.
printhead
clean.
Cleaning
with
sharp
objects
will
damage
the
printhead.
If you open the electronics cover, you will void the warranty and may
Avertissement: L’ouverture du couvercle du bo顃ier des composants
閘ectroniques entra頽era l’annulation de la garantie, et peut
bo顃ier des composants 閘ectroniques expose l’utilisateur ?des risques
d’閘ectrocution qui peuvent r閟ulter par les blessures ou la mort.
Switch off the printer power and remove the power cord before
Avertissement: Mettez l’imprimante hors tension et d閎ranchez le
Cleaning the Printhead
In order for the printhead to provide good print quality, it must maintain
close contact with the media. Therefore, cleaning media debris from the
printhead is very important. Clean after every roll of media (152 m or
There are two ways to clean the printhead:
*• Use the cleaning card.
*• Use a cotton swab and isopropyl alcohol.
Do not use sharp objects such as knives or screwdrivers to scrape the
Attention: N’utilisez pas d’objets pointus tels que couteaux ou
tournevis pour nettoyer la t阾e d’imprimante. Nettoyer avec des objets
pointus endommagera la t阾e d’imprimante.
To clean the printhead using the cleaning card
*1Turn off the printer and remove the power cord.
*2 Remove the media cover.
*3 Disengage the printhead by rotating the head lift lever clockwise until
the printhead releases. This raises the printhead so that you can clean it.
*4 Remove the media and ribbon.
*5 Open the pouch and remove the cleaning card.
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6
Insert
the
cleaning
card
into
the
printer
following
the
media
path.
Cleaning
gap
Edge
until
it
locks
in
place.
cleaning
card
forward
until
you
have
pulled
the
entire
card
through
the
*
Head lift
lever
card
Label
sensor
guide
*7 Engage the printhead by rotating the head lift lever counterclockwise
Upper
media guide
Lower
media guide
44XXU030.eps
*8 Use one hand to hold the printer and use the other hand to pull the
media path.
*9 Repeat Steps 6 through 8.
*10 Dispose of the cleaning card properly.
*11 If you are finished cleaning, replace the media cover.
To clean the printhead using a cotton swab and isopropyl alcohol
*1Turn off the printer and remove the power cord.
*2 Remove the media cover.
*3 Disengage the printhead by rotating the head lift lever clockwise until
the printhead releases. This raises the printhead so that you can clean it.
*4 Remove the media and ribbon if necessary.
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5
Useacotton
swab
moistened
with
alcohol
to
remove
any
dirt,
adhesive,
or
debris
from
the
print
surface
on
the
bottom
of
the
printhead.
Printhead
the
transparent
panel
on
the
media
cover
so
that
the
media
supply
inside
0
IntermecInterm
*
Feed/Pause
Power/
Data
Alert
Empty/Pause
ec
442
*6Wait 5 to 10 seconds for the print surface to dry. Replace the media and
ribbon.
*7 Engage the printhead by rotating the head lift lever counterclockwise
until it locks in place.
*8 If you are finished cleaning, replace the media cover.
Cleaning the Printer Covers
Clean the printer covers with a general purpose cleaner (soapy water or
mild detergent). Do not use abrasive cleansers or solvents. Be sure to clean
the printer is visible when you close the cover.
Cleaning the Rollers and the Tear Bar
Cleaning the rollers and the tear bar preserves print quality by ensuring
close contact between the media and the printhead.
Head
lift
lever
44XXU037.eps
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Drive
roller
To clean the rollers and tear bar
*1Turn off the printer and remove the power cord.
*2 Remove the media cover.
*3 Rotate the head lift lever clockwise to release the printhead.
*4 Remove media and ribbon (if necessary).
*5 Clean the rollers by using a cloth moistened with isopropyl alcohol.
Move the cloth over the rollers in a side-to-side motion as shown. Make
sure to rotate the rollers so that you can clean all areas.
Note: Rotate the TTR assist roller toward you to clean the entire drive
roller surface.
TTR assist
roller
Fe
ed/Pause
Intermec
Feed/Pause
AL
itto
nC
om
Pow
er/D
ata
Ale
rt
Empty
/Pause
Intermec
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4420
pa
ny
Head lift
lever
44XXU038.eps
Tear
bar
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6
Clean
both
sides
of
the
tear
bar
with
a
cloth
dampened
with
isopropyl
alcohol.
Remove
all
traces
of
dust,
paper,
and
adhesive.
media
from
skewing
or
improperly
tracking
asittravels
through
the
media
Always
clean
the
media
guides
immediately
after
a
label
jaminthe
printer.
path
media
guide
guide
IntermecInterm
*
*7 Replace the media and ribbon.
*8 Engage the printhead by turning the head lift lever counterclockwise
until the printhead locks.
*9 If you are finished cleaning, replace the media cover.
Cleaning the Media Guides and Media Path
You should clean the media guides and media path regularly to keep debris
off the media surface and printhead where irregularities can spoil print
quality or damage the printhead. Cleaning the guides also prevents the
path, which can result in smeared images and print off the side of the label.
To clean the media guides and media path
*1Turn off the printer and remove the power cord.
*2 Remove the media cover.
*3 Remove the media and ribbon (if necessary).
*4 Pull down on the lower media guide to open up the media path.
Feed/Pause
Powe
r/Data
Alert
Empty/Pause
e
4420
Lower
Upper media
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5
Clean
the
lower
media
guide
by
using
a
lint-free
cloth
moistened
with
isopropyl
alcohol
as
shown
in
the
following
figure.
*
Note: The lower media guide is spring loaded. You must hold it open to
clean.
*6Use the cloth moistened with isopropyl alcohol to clean the upper
media guide. Be sure to remove all traces of debris.
*7 Remove all traces of dust, paper, and adhesive from the media path with
a soft bristle brush or vacuum.
*8 Clean the flat surfaces of the media path (including the edge guide) with
a lint-free cloth and isopropyl alcohol.
*9 Release the lower media guide.
*10 If you are finished cleaning, replace the media cover.
Cleaning the Label Sensors
Two label sensors on the printer require regular cleaning:
*• Label mark
*• Label gap
To clean the label sensors
*1Turn off the printer and remove the power cord.
*2 Remove the media cover.
*3 Disengage the printhead by rotating the head lift lever clockwise until
the printhead releases.
*4 Remove the media and ribbon (if necessary).
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5
Clean
the
label
mark
sensor
with
a
cotton
swab
moistened
with
isopropyl
alcohol.
38
label
gap
sensor.
until
it
locks
in
place.
*
Label mark
sensor
Drive
roller
Cotton
swab
Upper media
guide
(underside)
Label gap
sensor
*6Pull down on the lower media guide to expose the label gap sensor.
Cleaning
brush
Lower
media guide
44XXU040.eps
Using a cleaning brush or vacuum, remove all debris and dust from the
*7 Clean the upper and lower label gap sensor with a cotton swab and
alcohol.
*8 Replace the media and ribbon.
*9 Engage the printhead by rotating the head lift lever counterclockwise
*10 If you are finished cleaning, replace the media cover.
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4 Troubleshooting the Printer
This chapter provides some hints for troubleshooting error messages that
the printer sends to the host and problems you may experience with the
printer. This chapter covers these topics:
*• Troubleshooting checklist
*• Printer operation problems
*• Printer quality problems
*• Communication problems
*• Preventing data loss
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Chapter 4 — Troubleshooting the Printer
of
the
problems
and
consequently
not
delay
operation
of
the
printer
for
solutions.
An
electronic
copy
of
the
is
Intermec
representative.
into
both
the
printer
andanoutlet
or
power
the
printer.
incorrectly.
label
stock.
Media
Into
the
Printer
”inChapter
1.
“
Loading
Media
Into
the
Printer
”
in
Chapter
1.
PrintSet
to
change
the
settings.
path
and
clean
it
thoroughly.
Refer
to
Chapter
3,“Maintaining
the
Printer.
”
Troubleshooting Checklist
You may have printer operation, print quality, or printer communications
problems at some time during the life of the printer. It is easy to fix most
very long.
To troubleshoot the printer
*1First try cleaning the printer components and checking all of the
connections. See Chapter 3, “Maintaining the Printer,” for details.
*2 If cleaning the printer and checking the connections does not solve the
problem, use the following tables to locate the symptom. Follow the
solution in the table to fix the problem.
If you receive an error message, refer to the IPL Programming Reference
Manual (P/N 066396) for a complete list of error messages and their
available on the Internet at www.intermec.com.
IPL Programming Reference Manual
If the problem persists, contact an Intermec customer service
representative. In the U.S.A. call 1-800-755-5505, and in Canada call
1-800-668-7043. If you are an international customer, contact your local
Printer Operation Problems
If the printer is not operating correctly, try locating the problem in the
table below:
Printer Operation Problems
Symptom Possible Causes Solution
*No power or loss of power. You have damaged or disconnected the
AC power cable.
Printer circuit breaker tripped.
Labels stop feeding through
Printer is out of media.
You have loaded the label stock
Make sure you have plugged the power cable
strip. Replace the cable if damaged.
Turn the printer off and back on again.
Load new media. For help, see “Loading
Check the media path. For help, see
You have set the printer for continuous
Media is sticking to the paper path.
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Use PrintSet to check the configuration
settings. If the settings are incorrect, use
Clear any extraneous material from the paper
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Printer Operation Problems (continued)
printing
stops.
or
print
speed.
speed
and
image
bands.
print
speed
settings.
print
speed
settings.
down.
It
will
resume
printing
on
its
own.
lift
lever
should
be
almost
straight
up
and
down
(in
the1o’clock
position).
Press
the
Feed/Pause
button
to
resume
printing.
“
Loading
Media
Into
the
Printer
”
in
Chapter
1.
Media
Into
the
Printer
”inChapter
1.
sensor
to
the
correct
location
for
the
label
stock
you
are
using.
For
help,
see“Adjusting
the
Label
Gap
Sensor
”or“
Adjusting
the
Label
Mark
Sensor
”inChapter
5.
Test
configuration
label
does
not
print.
communicating,
not
printing,
or
not
printing
properly.
strip
media.
printer
memory.
set
correctly.
For
help,
see“Configuring
the
Serial
Port
for
Communications
”inChapter
2.
“
Loading
Media
Into
the
Printer
”inChapter
1.
above.
“
Connecting
the
Printer
toaPower
Source
”
in
Chapter
1.
default
configuration.
For
help,
see“Using
the
memory,
power
off
the
printer
and
return
the
DIP
switches
to
the
required
setting.
For
help,
see“Configuring
the
Serial
Port
for
Communications
”inChapter
2.
Chapter 4 — Troubleshooting the Printer
Symptom
Printer slows down.
The Alert LED flashes and
Media fault.
Possible Causes
You have incorrectly set the image bands
Printer has aborted and reset the print
Printhead has overheated.
The printhead is up.
Sensor type set incorrectly.
You have incorrectly loaded the media.
Printer is out of media.
Solution
Use PrintSet to change the image bands or
Use PrintSet to change the image bands or
Leave printer alone until it has time to cool
Make sure the printhead is down. The head
Configure the printer for the correct sensor,
either label gap or label mark sensor. Use
PrintSet to configure the correct sensor.
Try reloading the media. For help, see
Load new media. For help, see “Loading
*One of the sensors is incorrectly located. Adjust the label gap sensor or the label mark
Printer is not
Media type is set incorrectly.
You have incorrectly loaded the media.
Media fault.
You have configured the printer for self-
Corrupt or incorrect information in the
Make sure the DIP switch for media type is
Try reloading the media. For help, see
See possible media fault causes and solutions
Set the printer to the default configuration
using the DIP switches. For help, see
Reset the memory to return the printer to its
Memory Reset” in Chapter 6. After you reset
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Print
Quality
Problems
the
Printhead
”inChapter
3.
“
Cleaning
the
Media
Guides
and
Media
Path”in
Chapter
3.
ensure
superior
print
quality
and
product
performance.
dark.
quality.
For
help,
see“Adjusting
the
Print
Darkness
”inChapter
5.
of
media
you
are
using
(for
help,
see“Setting
the
Media
Sensitivity
Number
”inChapter
1).Ifyou
set
the
sensitivity
setting
correctly,
try
changing
the
dark
adjust.
ensure
superior
print
quality
and
product
performance.
the
Printhead
”inChapter
3.
label.
the
right
point
for
removal.
media.
dirty.
media.
For
help,
see“Loading
Media
Into
the
Printer
”inChapter
1.
PrintSet
online
helporthe
.
sensitivity
setting
correctly,
try
changing
the
print
darkness.
For
help,
see
the
PrintSet
online
helporthe
.
see“Adjusting
the
Print
Darkness
”
in
Chapter
5.
recommended
for
the
print
speed.
as
described
in
Chapter
3,“Maintaining
the
Printer.
”
42
Print Quality Problems
If the labels are not being printed properly, check the following table to
locate the symptom and correct the problem.
Symptom Possible Causes Solution
*Blotches printing on labels. Dirty printhead.
Clean the printhead. For help, see “Cleaning
Printing is too light or too
Printing not aligned on
Labels are not stopping at
Print quality is poor.
Dirty media path or rollers.
Poor quality label or ribbon stock.
Clean the media path. For help, see
Use only Intermec label and ribbon stock to
*Incorrect darkness adjust control setting. Adjust the control to achieve the best print
*Incorrect media sensitivity setting. Change sensitivity setting to match the type
*Poor quality label or ribbon stock. Use only Intermec label and ribbon stock to
*Dirty printhead. Clean the printhead. For help, see “Cleaning
Printer is misfeeding media.
Incorrect label rest point setting.
Incorrect media sensitivity setting.
Make sure you have correctly installed the
Adjust the label rest point. For help, see the
IPL Programming
Reference Manual
Change sensitivity setting to match the type
of media you are using. If you set the
Incorrect darkness control setting.
Print speed exceeds the capability of the
Printhead, platen roller, or label path are
IPL Programming
Reference Manual
Adjust the darkness adjust control. For help,
Lower the print speed or use Intermec media
Clean printhead, platen roller, and label path
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Print Quality Problems (continued)
(
)
randomly
or
sends
an
intermittent
error.
Label
prints
too
close
to
front
or
back
edgeoflabel.
light.
for
the
media
width.
media
width.
Ribbon
installed
upside
down.
bracket
on
the
ribbon
hub.
in
the
wrong
position.
recommended
print
speed.
roller
causing
the
printing
to
compress.
length.
position.
properly.
position.
Uneven
Print
Quality
”inChapter
5.
ensure
superior
print
quality
and
product
performance.
ribbon
correctly.
For
help,
see“Loading
Thermal
Transfer
Ribbon
”inChapter
1.
Uneven
Print
Quality
”inChapter
5.
For
help,
see“Loading
Thermal
Transfer
Ribbon
”inChapter
1.
plastic
core
ribbons
and
the
cardboard
core-
locking
brackets
for
cardboard
core
ribbons.
For
help,
see“Loading
Thermal
Transfer
Ribbon
”inChapter
1.
using.
For
help,
see“Loading
Media
Into
the
Printer
”inChapter
1.
printhead
and
platen
roller
as
described
in
Chapter
3,“Maintaining
the
Printer.
”
the
label.
help,
see“Adjusting
the
Label
Gap
Sensor
”
in
Chapter
5.
of
form
position.
For
help,
see“Fine-Tuning
the
TopofForm
Position
”inChapter
5.
in
Chapter
5.
Chapter 4 — Troubleshooting the Printer
Symptom
Print quality is poor.
continued
Possible Causes
Uneven print contrast (density). The
printhead pressure may be set incorrectly
Poor quality label or ribbon stock.
Ribbon wrinkling. The printhead
pressure may be set incorrectly for the
You are using the wrong core-locking
Direct thermal/thermal transfer switch
set
You have exceeded the maximum
Solution
Adjust the bias adjust screw. See “Correcting
Use only Intermec label and ribbon stock to
Check to make sure that you installed the
Adjust the bias adjust screw. See “Correcting
Make sure you installed the ribbon correctly.
Use the plastic core-locking brackets for
Set the switch for the type of media you are
Reduce the print speed.
Switch to approved media or clean the
The printer skips labels
Continuous media fault
Media may be slipping against the platen
The label format extends beyond the
label
The label gap sensor is not in the correct
The top of form position is not adjusted
The label mark sensor is not in the
correct
Edit the format to ensure that the text fits on
Properly position the label gap sensor. For
Use the top of form switch to adjust the top
Properly position the label mark sensor. For
help, see “Adjusting the Label Mark Sensor”
EasyCod
er 4420
and 4440
Bar Code
Label
Printer
User ’ s
Manual
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Communications
Problems
communicate
with
the
host.
configuration
label
as
explained
in“Using
Chapter
6tocheck
the
serial
port
settings.
information.
Preventing
Data
Loss
handshaking
involves
the
useofa
hardware
wire.
Software
handshaking
errors
or
missing
data.
the
input
buffer
is
full,
the
printer
transmits
an
XOFF
character.
This
Communication Problems
If the printer is not receiving downloaded data, try the solutions in the
following table.
Symptom
Printer does not
Possible Causes
Serial port is incorrectly configured.
Damaged or incorrect I/O cable.
Solution
Make sure the printer’s serial port settings
match those of the host. Print a software test
Test and Service Mode Procedures” in
Check the connections at both ends or
replace the cable. See Appendix C for cable
Several problems can cause data loss or communications problems on the
printer. Data loss can result in printing errors or missing field data.
The printer is a serial ASCII device. It communicates with the host
through an ASCII serial communications I/O port. Hardware
involves a two-way datalink between the devices. The two devices
communicate with each other without losing data through the use of
handshaking. The printer sends both forms of handshaking simultaneously
when the printer’s input buffer is full. Any loss of data can cause printing
Hardware handshaking uses pins 11 or 20 of the RS-232 interface to
control data flow. When the printer is using Intermec Standard protocol,
it holds pins 11 and 20 high when it is ready to receive data. The printer
holds the pins low when it is in one of the following conditions:
*• Buffer full
*• Ribbon fault
*• No label stock
*• Label at strip pin
The printer uses XON/XOFF protocol for software handshaking. When
character alerts the host to the fact that the printer buffer is full and cannot
receive any more data. When the printer is ready to receive more data, it
sends the XON character.
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To check for communications problems
*1Check the cabling from the printer to the host system.
*2 Check the communications interfacing of the devices connected to the
printer.
*3 Check the printer for proper electrical operation of the I/O port.
*4 Ensure the host system is not overrunning the printer input buffers.
*5 Ensure the data string being sent to the printer contains the correct
information.
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Performance
5
This chapter explains how to optimize and maintain print quality. This
chapter covers these topics:
*• Correcting uneven print quality
*• Adjusting the print darkness
*• Fine-tuning the top of form position
*• Adjusting the label gap sensor
*• Adjusting the label mark sensor
*• Using the printer memory efficiently
*• Increasing throughput
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necessary,
you
can
manually
adjust
the
printer
to
perform
registration
tasks
with
the
label
stock.
This
condition
can
happen
with
any
size
label
stock,
printhead
failure
and
excessive
platen
wear.
Optimizing and Maintaining Print Quality
Intermec designed and configured the printer to provide the best possible
print quality for both direct thermal and thermal transfer media. If
such as correcting uneven print quality.
Correcting Uneven Print Quality
You may experience problems in print quality (ribbon wrinkling or light
print on one side of the label) if the printhead is not making even contact
but is most common when using narrow label stock.
To achieve the best print quality, adjust the bias adjust screw each time
you use media of a different width.
Note: You must properly adjust the bias adjust screw to prevent premature
To adjust the bias adjust screw
*1Remove the media cover and locate the bias adjust screw.
Bias adjust
screw
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*2To compensate for uneven print quality, use a straight-slot screwdriver
to
turn
the
bias
adjust
screw
as
shown.
If
printing
is
lightonthe
the
right
sideoflabel,
left
sideoflabel,
turn
the
turn
the
bias
adjust
screw
bias
adjust
screw
clockwise.
counterclockwise.
the
media
sensitivity
number.
Adjusting the bias adjust causes the printhead to rest evenly on the drive
roller and results in even print quality.
If printing is light on
*3 Replace the media cover.
Adjusting the Print Darkness
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Use the darkness adjust control in combination with the Print Darkness
adjustment in PrintSet to fine-tune the darkness of print on the labels. The
fine adjustments compensate for variations in the media (“lot to lot”), the
printhead, or the printer. Set the darkness adjust control after you enter
For the best results in adjusting the print darkness (energy to the
printhead), perform these procedures in order:
*1 Set the correct sensitivity number.
*2 Adjust the manual darkness adjust control on the back of the printer.
*3 Adjust the Print Darkness setting in PrintSet.
To adjust the manual darkness adjust control
*1Locate the darkness adjust control on the back of the printer.
*2 Use a small straight-slot screwdriver to adjust the print darkness:
*• To increase the print darkness, turn the control clockwise.
*• To decrease the print darkness, turn the control counterclockwise.
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An
increase
in
print
darkness
increases
the
energy
to
the
The
Media
Type
dialog
box
appears.
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The print darkness adjust in PrintSet is similar to the dark adjust available
printhead and results in darker print. A decrease in print darkness
decreases the energy to the printhead and results in lighter print.
To adjust the print darkness with PrintSet
*1Start PrintSet on your PC.
*2 Click the Media Type button:
*3 On the Print Quality Setup tab, adjust the Print Darkness slider bar
until the setting that you want appears underneath it.
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TOF
switch
controls
the
position
of
the
format
forward
or
backward
along
the
PrintSet
online
help
or
the
(P/N
You can adjust the print darkness from +10 to -10.
*4 Click OK.
*5 Download your change to the printer by pressing the button to send
command updates to the attached printer.
Fine-Tuning the Top of Form Position
If the label format prints too close to the front or back edge of the label,
you can fine-tune the position with the top of form (TOF) switch. The
the length of the label.
Only use the TOF switch to fine-tune the label format position after you
design the label. Use PrintSet or the IPL top of form command to control
the default TOF setting. For help on using the top of form command, see
066396).
The printer returns to the default TOF setting when you
*• cycle printer power.
IPL Programming Reference Manual
*• lift the printhead.
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TOF switch: The TOF switch is a small rocker switch located on the lower outboard
plate of the printer.
To move a label format backward with the TOF switch
Note: You will see the new format position on the second label you print
after pressing the TOF switch.
You notice that the format is printing toward the front part of the label.
Label direction from printer
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*1Remove the media cover.
Note: Do not raise the printhead while adjusting the TOF position.
*2Press on the back part of the TOF switch. Each time you press the TOF
switch, you move the label format backward 0.127 mm (0.005 in).
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*3 Press the TOF switch repeatedly until the format moves backward to
the correct position on the label.
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TOF
switch,
you
move
the
label
format
forward
0.127
mm
(0.005
in).
correct
position.
You
can
adjust
the
label
gap
sensor
from
0to2.5cm(0to1.0
in)
from
the
inner
edge
of
the
printer.
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To move a label format forward with the TOF switch
You notice that the format is printing toward the back part of the label.
New Product Name
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*1Remove the media cover.
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Item code:
Item code:
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Note: Do not raise the printhead while adjusting the TOF position.
*2Press on the front part of the TOF switch. Each time you press the
*3 Press the TOF switch repeatedly until the format moves forward to the
correct position on the label.
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Item
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Label direction from printer
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If you experience problems such as the printer skipping labels or the
printer stopping and the yellow LED flashing, you may need to adjust the
label gap sensor. You are most likely to experience any of these problems if
you are using very narrow label stock and the label gap sensor is not in the
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edge
of
the
printer
at
the
factory.
You
should
be
abletoleave
itinthis
counterclockwise
to
free
the
sensor
for
adjustment.
sensor
in
the
middle
of
the
label.
Lower
55
Intermec sets the label gap sensor to 1.3 cm (0.5 in) from the inner
position for most labels wider than 2.5 cm (1.0 in).
To adjust the label gap sensor
*1Remove the media cover.
*2 Turn the label gap sensor knob approximately 1/2 turn
*3 Slide the label gap sensor knob to the position where the label gap
sensor is optimized for the label stock.
Here are some guidelines for you to follow:
*• If the labels are less than 2.5 cm (1.0 in) wide, position the label gap
*• If the labels are greater than 2.5 cm (1.0 in)wide, position the label
gap sensor over the straight edge of the label (not over the label
radius).
Label
radius
Label
gap
sensor
Label gap
sensor knob
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media
guide
*4 Turn the label gap sensor knob clockwise to secure it in the new
position.
*5 Try printing a label to see if the printer is detecting the start of the label
(top of form).
*6 If the printer is still not detecting the top of form, slide the label gap
*7 Replace the media cover.
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3
Print
a
few
labels
to
make
sure
that
the
label
mark
sensor
is
detecting
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Adjusting the Label Mark Sensor
The label mark sensor detects the black mark on the back of continuous
media stock. The printer uses the output to determine the start of print.
The label mark sensor is behind the platen roller and near the inboard
edge of the printer. You can position the label mark sensor no more than
6.35 cm (2.5 in) from the inboard edge of the printer.
To adjust the label mark sensor
*1Remove the media cover and locate the label mark sensor.
*2 Use your index finger to slide the label mark sensor to the correct
position for the media. You can position the label mark sensor anywhere
from the inboard edge of the printer to the center of the paper path.
Locate the label mark sensor
behind the platen roller near
the inboard edge of the printer.
Use your finger to adjust
the label mark sensor.
roller
Inboard edge
of printer.
The platen roller
is not shown
for clarity only.
*
the black mark on the media.
*4 Replace the media cover.
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Using the Printer Memory Efficiently
how
to
use
the
printer
memory.
The
following
sections
can
help
you
memory
installed
or
allocated
by
the
printer:
memory
is
available.
Chapter
6
for
more
information.
To receive the best performance from the printer, you must understand
determine the most efficient way to use the printer memory.
How Is the Printer Storage Memory Used?
There is enough storage memory in the printer to store several different
label formats and still retain enough memory to store downloaded fonts,
graphics, and data. Be careful of how you use the printer memory.
The printer uses flash memory for storing tables, pages, formats, fonts, and
user-defined characters (UDCs). The 4420 and 4440 printers have 128K
of flash memory available for storage. If you require additional storage
memory, you can purchase flash SIMM for the printer.
The printer supports these parameters independent of the amount of
*• Maximum number of formats: 99 (You can edit formats 1 to 99. You
cannot edit default format 0.)
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*• Fields per format: 200
*• Maximum data buffer size for a field: 3550
*• Maximum number of UDCs: 100
*• Maximum number of user-defined fonts: 16
Making the Most of the Memory
There are limits to the number of formats, fonts, graphics, or pages that
you can store in the printer. You can define up to 16 fonts, but there may
not be enough room depending on the amount of memory being used for
other purposes. The more formats, graphics, and fonts you store, the less
When you run into a memory usage problem, use PrintSet to see how
much memory remains available. You must upload the memory
information from the printer first. Refer to the PrintSet online help for
more information.
If you find that it is necessary to increase the available memory, you can do
one of the following:
*• Increase the amount of available memory by using the Memory Reset
portion of the Test and Service menu. See “Using Memory Reset” in
*• Delete any unneeded user-defined fonts, graphics, pages, or formats. For
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help, see the PrintSet software or the IPL Programming Reference
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representative
for
information
on
purchasing
additional
memory
for
the
inch
of
label).
The
print
speed
and
image
band
settings
determine
the
rateatwhich
the
printer
processes
the
images
of
the
labels.
This
rateinturn
speed
decreases
and
throughput
improves.
However,
if
the
number
of
necessary
imaging
and
slows
down
label
production.
Image
bands
areasection
of
memory
where
a
picture
ofalabel
format
is
label
format.
The
number
of
image
bands
you
use
may
be
less
than
the
higher
number,
you
add
more
buffers
to
the
imaging
memory.
By
doing
formatting
options
may
require
a
higher
number
of
image
bands.
*• Purchase additional memory. Contact your local Intermec
printer.
Increasing Throughput
To print labels as quickly as possible, you must adjust the print speed in
conjunction with the number of image bands (one image band equals 1
affects the throughput of the entire printing process.
The printer begins imaging the label as soon as it receives the command to
select a format. Since the printer starts imaging the label so early, the
chance that the imaging process will be unable to keep up with the print
image bands is too low, the imaging process is unable to keep up with the
print speed. In this case, the printer stops printing and starts again at the
lowest print speed with the maximum number of image bands. If the
image band command is set too high, the printer spends more time than
What Is an Image Band?
drawn. This drawing process is known as imaging. Once the picture is
imaged, the printer loads the picture from the image bands to the
printhead for printing. Each image band is equal to 1 inch of length of the
length of the label you are printing. The number of image bands (in
inches) does not have to equal the length of the label since the printer
recycles the image bands. Once the contents of an image band have been
printed, it may be reused to image the next section of the label.
Keep in mind that the more complex the label, the longer it will take to
image each section, thus requiring a slower print speed. To use a higher
print speed, use more image bands to allow more of the imaging process to
complete before printing begins.
How the Image Bands Command Works
The image bands command controls the amount of memory allotted to
the imaging process. When you increase the image band adjustment to a
this, more of the label format is imaged before printing begins.
The minimum number of required image bands is dependent upon the
print speed and the complexity of the label. Labels that contain numerous
fields with different rotations, graphics, or combinations of these
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help,
see
the
PrintSet
online
help
or
the
slowest
speed
(2
ips)
with
the
highest
number
of
image
bands
(20).
You
a
label
correctly.
To set the number of image bands, use PrintSet or the IPL command. For
IPL Programming Reference
Manual.
Optimizing Print Speed and Image Band Setting
The maximum number of image bands available for use is 20 bands. The
minimum number of image bands available is 2.
To optimize the number of image bands for your print speed
*1Set the image band setting at the lowest number (2).
*2 Print a label at the desired speed.
If the label prints, the image band setting is optimal. You do not need to
perform any more adjustments.
If the number of image bands is too low, the printer aborts the label
before printing is completed and attempts to reprint the label at the
need to continue with Step 3.
*3 Return to the original print speed and increase the original number of
image bands one at a time.
Continue to increase the number of image bands until the printer prints
If the printer still aborts and reprints at the highest image band setting,
you may be trying to optimize at a print speed that is too high for the label
format. Try optimizing the number of image bands at a lower print speed
or add an expansion DRAM SIMM.
To print very complex labels at high speeds, you must allocate enough
image bands to completely image the label before printing. Allocate one
band for each inch of label length. By doing this, you can print at any
speed. However, there may be a considerable delay between labels.
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6 Using Test and Service Mode
This chapter explains the different procedures you can perform while the
4420 or 4440 printer is in Test and Service mode. This chapter covers
these topics:
*• How to use Test and Service mode
*• Printing test labels
*• Setting configuration commands
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mode
procedures.
The
printer
remains
in
Test
and
Service
mode
until
you
Using Test and Service Mode Procedures
When you press the Feed/Pause button, the current function pauses and
the printer enters Test and Service mode and executes all Test and Service
turn off the power and reset the DIP switches.
To enter Test and Service mode
*1Turn off the printer.
*2 Press and hold the Feed/Pause button while turning on the power.
The printer prints out a hardware configuration label and then enters
Data Line Print mode.
*3 Set the DIP switches to the test or service function you wish to perform.
See the following table for a list of the DIP switch settings.
*4 Press the Feed/Pause button. The test begins immediately.
*5 If you want to perform another function, change the DIP switch
settings and press the Feed/Pause button.
The function the printer is currently executing terminates, and the printer
performs the new function.
To exit Test and Service mode
*1Turn off the printer.
*2 Reset the DIP switches to their original settings.
*3 Turn on the printer.
Use the information in the following table to set the DIP switches for the
appropriate Test and Service mode function you want to perform.
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for Test and Service mode functions.
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quality
of
the
printing.
Data
Line
Print
mode.
printer
and
host
andtotest
the
operation
of
the
printer.
When
the
printer
the
host.
to
print
the
same
label
formats.
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Printing Test Labels
The 4420 or 4440 printer can print a variety of test print labels that
provide you with information about the printer configuration and the
To print a test label
*1Turn off the printer.
*2 Press and hold the Feed/Pause button while turning on the printer.
The printer prints out a hardware configuration label and then enters
*3 Set the DIP switches to print out the test label of your choice: software,
print quality, or pitch. Refer to the Test and Service DIP Switch
Settings table for the correct settings.
*4 Hold the Feed/Pause button down until the printer starts printing.
The printer begins printing out the test label immediately.
*5 Exit Test and Service mode by turning the printer off and returning all
DIP switches to their original settings.
Using Data Line Print Mode
Use Data Line Print mode to troubleshoot communications between the
is in Data Line Print mode, it prints all downloaded data with the
hexadecimal equivalent directly underneath it. Hold the Feed/Pause
button down momentarily to suspend the test. Press the Feed/Pause
button longer to transmit the firmware program and version number to
To enter Data Line Print mode
*1Turn off the printer.
*2 Press down and hold the Feed/Pause button while turning on the
printer.
The hardware configuration test label is printed. You are now in Data Line
Print mode.
Performing Selective Transfer
If you want to copy select formats, pages, fonts, or graphics to another
printer but you do not want to clone the entire RAM contents, use the
selective transfer command. Use this command to set up different printers
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Using
the
selective
transfer
command,
you
can
download
the
following
label
design
attributes
from
one
4420
or
4440
printer
to
another:
printer.
The
hardware
configuration
test
label
prints.
settings
illustration
earlier
in
this
chapter.
the
Test
and
Service
mode
DIP
switch
settings
illustration
earlier
in
this
chapter.
user-defined
characters
and
fonts,
configurations,
tables,
or
allofthese
*• Any specified page or all pages
*• Any specified format or all formats
*• Any specified font or all fonts
*• Any specified user-defined character (UDC) or all UDCs
Set the serial port DIP switch settings to 115,200 baud, even parity, 1 stop
bit, and 8 data bits. If you are transferring pages or fonts, the destination
and source numbers can be different. If you are transferring formats or
UDCs, the destination and source number must be the same.
To perform selective transfer
*1Turn off the sending and receiving printers.
*2 Set the serial port on both the sending printer and the receiving printer
to 115,200 baud, even parity, 1 stop bit, and 8 data bits.
*3 Turn on the receiving printer.
Using Memory Reset
*4 Press down and hold the Feed/Pause button while turning on the
*5 Connect the serial ports of the sender and receiver ports together with
an RS-232 null modem cable. For help, refer to “Connecting the
Printer to Your System” in Chapter 2 and “Communications Interfaces”
in Appendix C.
*6 Set the DIP switches on the sending printer and receiving printer for
selective transfer as shown in the Test and Service mode DIP switch
*7 Select the type of data that you wish to transfer (such as pages, formats,
fonts, or UDCs) by setting the corresponding DIP switches shown in
*8 Press the Feed/Pause button on the sending printer to initiate selective
transfer. When the Power/Data LED stops flashing, the selective
transfer is complete.
*9 Exit Test and Service mode by turning off the printer and returning all
DIP switches to their original settings.
Use memory reset if you want to return the printer to its default
configuration or if you need to increase the amount of memory available in
the printer. You can also use memory reset to clear pages and formats,
parameters.
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printer
prints
outahardware
configuration
test
label.
printer.
Label
Rest
Point
Adjust
Forward
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Backward
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***
***
To use memory reset
*1Turn off the printer.
*2 Set the DIP switches to reset a portion or all of the memory by using
the Test and Service mode DIP switch settings illustration earlier in this
chapter.
*3 Press and hold the Feed/Pause button while turning on the printer. The
*4 Hold the Feed/Pause button down for 1 second. The printer resets a
portion or all of its memory.
*5 To exit Test and Service mode, turn off the printer.
*6 Reset the DIP switches to their original setting and then turn on the
Note: You can also use the Test and Service command (D) to reset all
printer RAM.
Setting Configuration Commands in Test and Service Mode
Test and Service mode gives you with another way to change configuration
commands besides sending them down from the host. You can change
these commands by setting the Test and Service mode DIP switches:
*• Label rest point
*• Emulation mode
*• X forms adjust
*• Y forms adjust
O = OFF
1 = ON
Adjust Backward
Emulation
5.0 mil Advanced mode
10 mil 8 6XX mode
15 mil 8 6XX mode
X Forms Adjust
Adjust Forward
Y F orms Adjust
Top Bank
OFF
ON
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7 8
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*
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
****NN N N N
N
N N N N
N
N N N N
N ***N N N N
N: Number. Least significant bit first.
Configuration DIP switch settings: This illustration shows the Test and Service mode
DIP switch settings for changing the configuration commands.
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Setting
the
Number
of
Dot
Increments
commands
forward
or
backward
by
setting
the
printer
DIP
switches.
Use
illustration
earlier
in
this
chapter
for
the
appropriate
DIP
switch
You can move the label rest point and X forms adjust configuration
the top bank of DIP switches to determine whether the movement is
forward or backward. Use the bottom bank of DIP switches to set the
number of dot increments for label rest point, X forms adjust, and Y forms
adjust. The printer moves in 5 mil increments or 0.005 inch per dot.
OFF
0 = OFF
1 = ON
# of Dot I ncrements
ON
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Dot increments DIP switch settings: This illustration shows the dot increment settings
for the bottom bank of switches. See the previous illustration, Configuration DIP switch
settings, for the top bank DIP switch settings.
Bottom Bank
To set the number of dot increments
*1In the top bank, turn the appropriate switches on or off for forward or
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See
the
previous
illustration
of
the
Dot
increments
DIP
switch
settings.
Scan
down
the#of
Dot
Increments
column
until
you
reach
the
number
when
it
finishes
printing.
Find
10inthe#of
Dot
Increments
column.
It
the
printer
presents
each
label
for
removal.
Use
this
command
in
number
if
you
want
the
printer
to
feed
the
label
a
number
of
dot
point.
68
*
of dot increments you want to adjust the command forward or
backward.
*3 In the bottom bank, turn on the switches that have a 1 in their column.
Turn off all other switches.
*4 Press the Feed/Pause button and the printer prints out the software
configuration label and stops at the new location.
For example, you print a label and discover that it does not extend far
enough from the tear bar. You need to move the label rest point forward
10 dot increments (0.05 inch) so that the printer feeds more label out
shows a 1 in the columns of DIP switches 2 and 4, and a O in the columns
of 1, 3, and 5. The 1 tells you to turn on the switch. The O tells you to
turn off the switch. Turn on switches 2 and 4. Turn off all other switches.
Adjusting the Label Rest Point
The Label Rest Point configuration command adjusts the point at which
conjunction with self-strip applications. The label rest point adjust range is
from -30 5 mil increments (farthest back) to +30 5 mil increments
(farthest forward). Use a negative number if you want the printer to retract
the label a number of dot increments after it prints the label. Use a positive
increments after it prints the label.
There are three ways to adjust the label rest point:
*• You can use the Test and Service DIP switch bank. Follow the
procedure below to use the DIP switch settings to adjust the label rest
*• You can set it by using the PrintSet application software. See the Paper
Handling portion of PrintSet for more information.
*• You can use the IPL command. See the IPL Programming Reference
Manual (P/N 066396) for more information.
To adjust the label rest point
*1Turn off the printer.
*2 Press and hold the Feed/Pause button while turning on the printer.
The printer prints out a hardware configuration label and then enters
Data Line Print mode.
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In
the
top
bank
of
the
Test
and
Service
mode
DIP
switches,
turn
off
switch
1
and
turnonswitches
2
and
3.
ON
ON
on
the
printer.
*
To adjust the label rest point forward (feed more label), turn off DIP
switch 4.
To adjust the label rest point backward (retract label), turn on DIP
switch 4.
Top Bank
OFF
1 2 3 4
Switch settings
for feeding
label forward
*4 In the bottom bank of the Test and Service mode DIP switches, turn on
Top Bank
OFF
1 2 3 4
Switch settings
for retracting label
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or off the appropriate DIP switches. See the Dot increments DIP switch
settings illustration earlier in this chapter.
*5 Press the Feed/Pause button.
The printer prints out the software configuration label and stops at the
new location.
*6 Verify that the Label Rest Point number on the software configuration
label matches the number you set in Step 4.
*7 Try printing again to see if you need to readjust the DIP switches in the
bottom bank.
*8 If you need to readjust the DIP switches in the bottom bank, repeat
Steps 4 through 6. If not, exit Test and Service mode by turning off the
printer, returning all DIP switches to their original settings, and turning
Setting Emulation Mode
If you are replacing an Intermec 8636 or 8646 printer with a 4420 or
4440 printer, you can keep your existing network, hardware, software, and
label formats by using Emulation mode. The labels the 4420 or 4440
printer produces will look just like the labels that the 86XX printer prints.
There are three ways to set the printer to Emulation mode:
*• Use the DIP switches in the Test and Service DIP switch bank. For
*• Use PrintSet to select either 100 dpi (10 mil) or 66 dpi (15 mil) mode.
*• Use the IPL command set to select Emulation mode. For help, see the
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help, see the following procedure.
For help, see the PrintSet online help.
IPL Programming Reference Manual.
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settings:
(4420
default)
(4440
default)
multiples
of10mil
(0.01
inch)
drag
and
picket
bar
codes.
multiples
of10mil
(0.01
inch)
drag
and
picket
bar
codes.
of5mil
(0.005
inch)
drag
and
picket
bar
codes.
of
2.5
mil
(0.0025
inch)
drag
and
picket
bar
codes.
on
DIP
switch
5.
To set the printer to Emulation mode using DIP switches
*1 Upload label formats, fonts, and graphics from the 8636 or 8646
printer to the host computer.
*2 Turn off the printer.
*3 Disconnect the 86XX printer and install the 4420 or 4440 printer. See
Chapter 2 for information on installing the 4420 or 4440 printer.
*4 Press and hold the Feed/Pause button while turning on the printer. The
printer prints out a hardware configuration label.
*5 In the top bank of the Test and Service mode DIP switches, turn on
switches 1 and 3 and turn off switch 2.
*6 Use the table below to help you choose the appropriate DIP switch
Setting
86XX 10 mil
86XX 15 mil
Advanced 5 mil
Advanced 2.5 mil
*• To enable 10 mil emulation, turn on DIP switch 4 and turn off DIP
Description
The printer emulates an 8636 or 8646 printer printing
The printer emulates an 8636 or 8646 printer printing
The printer uses the 4420 command set and prints in multiples
The printer uses the 4440 command set and prints in multiples
switch 5.
*• To enable 15 mil emulation, turn on DIP switches 4 and 5.
*• To enable 5 mil Advanced mode, turn off DIP switches 4 and 5.
*• To enable 2.5 mil Advanced mode, turn off DIP switch 4 and turn
*7 Press the Feed/Pause button.
The printer prints out the software configuration label. Verify that the
label states the correct mode.
*8 Turn off the printer.
*9 Reset the DIP switches to the original settings and then turn on the
*10 Download the 86XX formats, fonts, and graphics from the host to the
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X
forms
adjust
andYforms
adjust
features.
TheXforms
adjust
controls
-X
*FORMAT*
Direction
of
media
from
printer
the
same
media
type
that
you
plan
to
use
for
printing
labels.
theYorigin
down
30
increments,
where
each
increment
is5mil.
➤
Using Forms Adjust
If the label prints too close to one edge, you can reposition it by using the
the position of the printing area along the length of the label. The Y forms
adjust controls the position of the printing area along the width of the
label.
The following illustration shows the default X and Y origins.
Origin (??
➤
➤ +X
Y
*FORMAT*
+Y
Leading
edge
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➤
Default X and Y origins: This illustration shows the default X and Y origins. You can
control the default X origin (top of form) with PrintSet or with the Test and Service DIP
switches. You can control the default Y origin with the DIP switches only.
Note: An image printed on direct thermal media may have an X origin
position, which is slightly different than the same image printed on
thermal transfer media. Always use X forms adjust and Y forms adjust with
The default X origin is 0.10 inch (20 dot increments) from the leading
edge of the label. You can move the X origin forward or backward 30
increments, where each increment is 5 mil.
The default Y origin is 0.00 inch from the edge of the label. You can move
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moves
the
format
away
from
the
leading
edge
of
the
label.
When
you
ON
adjust
forward
or
backward
a
given
number
of
increments.
matches
the
number
you
setinStep
4.
one
edge
of
the
printhead,
you
can
adjust
it
using
this
feature.
X Forms Adjust
Use the X forms adjust to control the position of the label format along
the length of the label. When you move the X origin forward, the printer
move the X origin backward, the printer moves the format closer to the
leading edge of the label. It is easier to use the TOF switch to move the
origin forward or backward, but the printer will reset itself to the default
position if you lift the printhead or cycle printer power.
To set the X forms adjust
*1Turn off the printer.
*2 Press and hold the Feed/Pause button while turning on the printer.
The printer prints out a hardware configuration label and then enters
Data Line Print mode.
*3 In the top bank of the Test and Service mode DIP switches, turn on
switches 1, 2, 3, and 4.
To move the X origin forward, turn off switch 5.
To move the X origin backward, turn on switch 5.
Top Bank
OFF
ON
1 2 3 4 5
Switch settings
for moving the
X origin forward
*4In the bottom bank of the Test and Service mode DIP switches, set the
OFF
Top Bank
1 2 3 4 5
Switch settings
for moving the
X origin backward
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DIP switches to the desired setting. See the Dot increments DIP switch
settings illustration earlier in this chapter to see how to set the X forms
*5 Press the Feed/Pause button.
The printer prints out the software configuration label using the new X
forms adjust setting.
*6 Verify the X forms adjust number on the software configuration label
Y Forms Adjust
Use the Y forms adjust feature to control the position of the image in the
direction parallel to the printhead. See the Dot increments DIP switch
settings illustration earlier in this chapter for information on how to move
the image forward a number of dot increments. If the label is too close to
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switches
1,2,and
3.
To set the Y forms adjust
*1Turn off the printer.
*2 Enter Test and Service mode by pressing down and holding the
Feed/Pause button while turning on the printer. The printer prints out
the hardware configuration label and then enters Data Line Print mode.
*3 In the top bank of the Test and Service mode DIP switches, turn on
*4 In the bottom bank of the Test and Service mode DIP switches, turn on
or off the appropriate DIP switches. Refer to the Dot increments DIP
switch settings illustration earlier in this chapter to see how to set the Y
forms adjust forward or backward a given number of increments.
*5 Press the Feed/Pause button. The printer prints out the software
configuration label using the new Y forms adjust setting.
*6 Verify the Y forms adjust number on the software configuration label
matches the number you set in Step 4.
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A Specifications
This chapter contains the following reference information:
*• Specifications
*• Factory default settings
*• Printer options
*• Supported bar code symbologies
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Appendix A — Specifications
and8through
19todownload
user-defined
fonts.
4420 and 4440 Printer Specifications
This section describes the specifications and performance parameters for
the 4420 and 4440 printers.
Dimensions (no options installed)
*Height 41.9 cm (16.5 in)
*Width 24.8 cm (9.75 in)
*Length 43.8 cm (17.25 in)
*Weight 19.35 kg (43 lbs)
Electrical Requirements
*Input Voltage 100, 115, 200, or 230 VAC 10%
Frequency
Current
Environment
Operating
Storage
Humidity
50-60 Hz
2 or 1A
4C to 40C (40F to 104F)
0C to 70C (32F to 158F)
10% to 90% with maximum wet bulb 82F (28C) and minimum
dew point 36F (2C)
Character Sets
US ASCII
UK ASCII
German
French Spanish
Switzerland Code Page 850
Norwegian/Danish
Swedish/Finnish
Italian
Fonts and Graphics
There are 21 resident bitmap fonts (including OCR A and B) and three
outline fonts available on the printers. You can use font ID 3 through 6
*Maximum UDF 102 mm square (4 in. square)
*Maximum UDC 102 mm square (4 in. square)
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Media Specifications
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Media dimensions: This illustration shows how to measure media dimensions. See the
next table, Minimum and Maximum Media Dimensions, for specific media dimensions.
Minimum and Maximum Media Dimensions
Letter Description Minimum Maximum
A Label width 16.5 mm (0.65 in) 111.8 mm (4.4 in)
B *Backing width (or tag width) 19 mm (0.75 in) 114.3 mm (4.5 in)
C Gap between labels 2.54 mm (0.10 in) 25.4 mm (1.0 in)
D *Label length - self-strip media 25.4 mm (1.0 in)
*Label length - butt cut media 12.7 mm (0.5 in)
E Media thickness (including
F *Reflective sensor mark length 2.54 mm (0.1 in) 12.7 mm (0.5 in)
G
H
Notch length
Notch height (depth)
Roll diameter
*0.08 mm (0.003 in) 0.30 mm (0.012 in)
2.54 mm (0.1 in)
6.4 mm (0.25 in)
609.6 mm (24 in)
609.6 mm (24 in)
3.2 mm (0.126 in)
12.7 mm (0.5 in)
213 mm (8.38 in)
Memory
Base
*1MB of DRAM 8 or 16 MB DRAM SIMM modules
128K of flash 8 to 16 MB Kanji/Katakana flash SIMM module
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mode
only
(specified
media
only)
2.5
mil
(0.06
mm)indrag
mode
only
(specified
media
only)
transfer
(TTR)
printing
using
a
thermal
transfer
ribbon.
*
76mm(3.0
in)
104mm(4.1
in)
114mm(4.5
in)
printer.
Use
PrintSet
to
set
these
parameters.
The
printer
’sdefault
serial
Printhead
4420
Width
Printed dot size
Resolution
*Number of elements 896 per printhead
“X” dimensions
112 mm maximum (4.4 in)
0.127 mm (0.00492 in square)
8 dots per mm (203 dots per in)
10 mil to 500 mil (0.25 mm to 12.7 mm); 5 mil (0.13 mm) in drag
4440
Width
Printed dot size
Resolution
*Number of elements 1792 per printhead
“X” dimensions
112 mm maximum (4.4 in)
0.065 mm (0.00246 in square)
16 dots per mm (406 dots per in)
5 mil to 500 mil (0.127 mm to 12.7 mm) (specified media only);
Printing Method
The printers are capable of direct thermal (DT) printing or thermal
Printing Speed
Maximum 254 mm per second (10 inches per second), on specified media only
*Minimum 51 mm per second (2 inches per second)
The print speed can be changed in 1 ips increments only. Note that the
printer cannot print at 228.6 mps (9 ips).
Ribbon Specifications
Length
Widths
*Diameter 81 mm (3.2 in) maximum
450 m (18,000 linear inches)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Factory Default Settings
The following table lists the factory default settings for the 4420 and 4440
port settings are described in Chapter 2, “Installing the Printer.”
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Factory Default Settings
Default
Setting
2.5
mil
Advanced
mode
(4440)
*
Intermec
representative
to
order
any
option.
Configuration
Preamble Character
Postamble Character
Auto-Transmit 1
Auto-Transmit 2
Auto-Transmit 3
Message Delay
Power-Up Mode
Appendix A — Specifications
Disabled
Disabled
Disabled
Disabled
Disabled
0 milliseconds
5 mil Advanced mode (4420)
Printer
Options
Cutter
*End-of-Print Skip Distance 100 dots (0.5 in)
Top of Form
Media Sensitivity
Number of Image Bands
Maximum Label Length
Printer Character Set
Label Retract
Label Retract Distance
Print Speed
Label Stock Type
Intercharacter Delay
Storage Memory (standard) 128K flash
Disabled
20 dots (0.1 in)
470 Direct Thermal/567 Thermal Transfer
3
1000 dots (5 in)
US ASCII
Disabled
0
3 inches per second (ips)
Die-cut
0 ms
This section contains a list of all the options you can use with the 4420
and 4440 printer along with a brief description. Consult your local
Communications Interfaces
You can order any of these field- or factory-installable communications
interfaces for the printer.
EasyLAN 10i Interface
This option lets you connect the printer to a 10BaseT Ethernet network.
Various network printing protocols are available. For more information,
see the EasyLAN 10i documentation.
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your
available
printer
resources
with
everyone
on
your
Ethernet
network.
with
a
twinax
interface.
The
printer
will
emulate
an
IBM
5256
Model
1
labels
as
they
are
cut.
is
capable
of
taking
upafull
rollofmedia.
This
option
is
factory-installed
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EasyLAN 10i2 Adapter
The external EasyLAN 10i2 Ethernet adapter (P/N 072885) and the
internal EasyLAN 10i2 Ethernet adapter (P/N 072884) allow you to share
With the EasyLAN 10i2 adapter installed, the parallel port on the printer
is not available for use. For more information, see the EasyLAN 10i2
documentation.
EasyLAN Wireless Option
The EasyLAN Wireless is an 802.11b radio option that lets the printer
communicate wirelessly with a PC that contains an 802.11b radio card
(ad-hoc network). It can also communicate with other devices via an access
point (infrastructure network) in your data collection network. For more
information, see the EasyLAN Wireless documentation.
Coax Interface
This option lets you connect the printer to an IBM 3270 Type A coax
cable computer system operating in the VTAM (CICS/IMS/TSO) or
8100 (DPPX) environment. The printer will emulate an IBM 3287
printer and you can connect it to an IBM 3174/76/99 system
controller/multiplexer.
Finishers
Twinax Interface
This option lets you connect the printer to an IBM twinax cable system
printer and can operate with an IBM System/34, System/36, System/38,
or AS/400 host computer.
Cutter
The cutter option lets you cut continuous media into individual labels
ready for use. You can also order two different trays that will catch the
Self-Strip/Full Roll Batch Takeup
The self-strip option allows labels to be peeled from the liner as they print
and presented for immediate application to a surface (such as a shipping
box). The batch takeup enables you to run the printer in batch mode and
only.
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Kanji/Katakana
Memory
Expansion
fonts
and
three
Katakana
fonts.
This
option
also
provides
increased
storage
commonly
usedinlibraries,
blood
banks,
and
air
parcel
express
applications.
photofinishing
envelope
identification,
and
for
tracking
sequentially
numbered
airline
tickets.
All
information
is
contained
in
the
width
of
the
bars;
the
spaces
do
not
contain
information.
2of5
high
density,
discrete
numeric
bar
code.
The
most
extensive
application
of
Code
11
has
been
for
labeling
telecommunications
equipment.
variable
length
andisused
mostly
by
the
automobile
and
medical
industries.
Code
39.
With
the
correct
reading
equipment,
the
two
alphanumeric
codes
maybeinterchanged
throughout
a
system
without
making
any
symbology.
Itisa
variable
length,
continuous
code
that
employs
multiple
element
widths.
andaversion
that
uses13digits.
The
version
with13digits
encodes
the
same
number
of
barsas12
digit
UPC
Version
A,
but
the
13th
digit
is
encoded
intoaparity
pattern
at
the
leftofthe
center
guard
bar.
symbology,
which
has
mainly
been
usedinthe
distribution
industry.
Interleaved
2of5
actually
encodes
two
digits,
oneinthe
bars
and
oneinthe
spaces.
This option allows the printer to print Japanese characters in two Kanji
capacity.
You can install a flash SIMM module into the SIMM socket on the main
PCB to hold more fonts or bitmap graphics. You can also install a DRAM
SIMM to increase the image buffering capabilities of the printer. You can
purchase either module in 8 or 16 MB sizes only.
Bar Code Symbologies Supported
The 4420 and 4440 printers support the following bar code symbologies.
Supported Bar Code Symbologies
Appendix A — Specifications
*Symbology Description
Codabar Originally developed in 1972, Codabar is a numeric symbology most
*Code 2 of 5 Code 2 of 5 is a straightforward numeric symbology developed in the
late 1960s. It has been used for warehouse sorting systems,
Code 11
Code 39
Code 93
Code 128
EAN
Code 11 was developed in early 1977 to satisfy requirements for a very
Code 39 is the first alphanumeric symbology ever developed and is the
standard non-retail bar code. It is a discrete, self-checking symbology of
Introduced in 1983, Code 93 was specially designed to complement
changes to software.
Code 128 was introduced in 1981 as a very high density, alphanumeric
The European Article Numbering system (abbreviated as EAN) is a
numeric superset of UPC. EAN has both a version that uses 8 digits
Interleaved
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Supported
Bar
Code
Symbologies
(continued)
systems.
POSTNET
provides
both
error
detection
and
correction
capabilities.
numeric,
continuous
symbology
employing
four
element
widths.
Two
supermarket
industry
since
1973.
UPC
supplemental
codeisintended
for
only
periodical
issue
numbers.
a
smaller
amount
of
space.
The
printer
can
print
both
stacked
and
matrix
they
are
lost
duetoan
error
in
scanning
orifthe
label
is
damaged.
2D
to
Code
49inthatitemploys
multiple
rows
(from
2to16).
Each
rowisfixed
length
and
usesamirror
image
of
the
Code
128
coding
patterns.
*Symbology Description
*POSTNET The Postal Numeric Encoding Technique (POSTNET) uses binary
UPC Universal Product Code (UPC) is a subset of EAN. It is a fixed length,
2D Symbologies
2D symbologies provide a more efficient way of encoding data than
standard bar code symbologies. 2D symbologies use two dimensions to
hold data instead of one, allowing much more information to be stored in
digits, represented as full bars and half bars, to provide a numeric bar
code symbology that is easily read and decoded by optical reading
common types of UPC are Version A, which encodes 12 digits, and
Version E, which encodes 6 digits. UPC has been used in the
2D symbologies.
2D Stacked Symbologies
2D stacked symbologies consist of short linear segments stacked on top of
each other. In addition to being able to condense a large amount of
information into the stacked format, PDF417 provides an extensive error
detection and correction option. Up to 510 characters can be recovered if
stacked symbologies can be scanned with a laser scanner or imaging device
that features 2D code scanning capability.
Supported 2D Stacked Symbologies
*Symbology Description
Code 16K
Code 49
Introduced in 1988, Code 16K is an alphanumeric symbology similar
Code 49 is an alphanumeric symbology developed in 1987 as a means
of labeling very small objects. A Code 49 bar code contains from two
to eight adjacent rows, each separated by a one-module separator bar.
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Appendix A — Specifications
Supported
2D
Stacked
Symbologies
(continued)
data.
In
addition
to
being
abletocondense
a
large
amount
of
information
into
the
stacked
format,
PDF417
provides
an
extensive
error
detection
and
correction
option.
Upto510
characters
can
be
MicroPDF417
for
applications
needing
improved
area
efficiency
but
without
the
requirement
for
PDF417
’smaximum
data
capacity.
MicroPDF417
replaces
PDF417
’s17-module-wide
start/stop
patterns
and
left/right
row
indicators
withaunique
setof10-module-wide
2X.
vertical
axes
to
encode
data
even
more
efficiently
than
stacked
symbologies.
2D
matrix
codes
are
created
asamatrix
of
square
elements,
Instead,
they
are
read
byadigital
imager
that
captures
the
entire
symbol
at
modules
arranged
within
a
perimeter
finder
pattern.
The
finder
pattern
isaperimeter
to
the
data
region
andisone
module
wide.
Two
adjacent
orientation,
and
symbol
distortion.
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*Symbology Description
PDF417 PDF417 is a stacked 2D symbology that provides the ability to scan
across rows of code. Each row consists of start/stop characters, row
identifiers, and symbol characters (called “codewords”). Each
codeword consists of four bars and four spaces and contain the actual
recovered if they are lost due to an error in scanning or if the label is
damaged. PDF417 codes can be scanned with a laser scanner or
imaging device that features 2D code scanning capability.
*MicroPDF417 MicroPDF417 is a 2D symbology, derived from PDF 417. You use
Row Address Patterns, which were designed both to reduce overall
symbol width and to enable linear scanning at row heights as low as
2D Matrix Symbologies
2D matrix symbologies, such as Maxicode, use both the horizontal and
with each element being either white or black to encode data in a binary
code. Extensive error detection and correction codes are appended to 2D
matrix symbologies, often automatically.
2D matrix symbologies generally cannot be read with a laser scanner.
once instead of scanning each component individually. Since the
components of 2D matrix symbologies are decoded after the image is
captured, they permit very fast data collection.
Supported 2D Matrix Symbologies
*Symbology Description
*Data Matrix Data Matrix is a 2D matrix symbology, which is made up of square
sides are solid dark lines. These lines are used to define physical size,
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Supported
2D
Matrix
Symbologies
(continued)
hexagon
represents
one
bitofinformation
andiseither
black
or
white
purpose
of
encoding
information
about
a
parcel.
following
fields:
a
5-digit
zip
code,
a
4-digit
zip
code
extension,
a
3-
letters,
numbers,
or
limited
punctuation
marks.
data
into
patterns
consisting
of
black
and
white
dotsormodules.
A
three
position
detection
pattern
enables
omni-directional
reading
and
including
numerical,
alphabetical,
Kanji,
Hiragana,
Katakana,
graphics,
and
control
codes.
A
built-in
error
correction
function
enables
theQRCode
to
repair
errors
in
the
code.
*Symbology Description
Maxicode
Maxicode is a fixed-size symbology that is made up of offset rows of
hexagonal elements arranged around a bullseye finder pattern. Each
depending on the state of the encoded data bit. United Parcel Service
(UPS) Research and Development developed Maxicode for the specific
This symbology only encodes very specific data that is divided into the
digit country code, a 3-digit class of service, and a string of uppercase
QR Code
QR (Quick Response) Code is a matrix 2D symbology that encodes
ultra high-speed reading. QR Code can handle a wide range of data,
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