User’s Manual
LK-330E
Label and Mark Printer
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Contents
Chapter I Foreword .......................................................................................................................3
Chapter II Preparation ................................................................................................................8
2.1 Configuration of the Main Unit...........................................................................................8
2.1.1 Basic configuration...............................................................................................8
2.1.2 List of consumables provided.............................................................................9
2.2 Nomenclature and Functions.............................................................................................11
2.2.1 Main unit .............................................................................................................. 11
2.2.2 LCD display description.....................................................................................11
2.2.3 Keyboard..............................................................................................................13
2.3 Installation.........................................................................................................................15
2.3.1 Installation and removal of Ribbon ..................................................................15
2.3.2 Installation and removal of printing material cassette...................................17
2.3.3 Installation of sleeve tube guide.......................................................................18
2.3.4 Installation of sleeve tube..................................................................................19
2.3.5 Removal of sleeve tube guide..........................................................................20
2.3.6 Connection of AC power adaptor.....................................................................20
2.3.7 Connection of data cable...................................................................................20
2.3.8 Power switch....................................................................................................... 21
Chapter III Basic Operation.......................................................................................................22
3.1 Power-on ...........................................................................................................................22
3.1 Selection of Printing Material ...........................................................................................22
3.2 Selection of Printing Material Specifications....................................................................22
3.2.1 Selection of sleeve tube specifications ...........................................................22
3.2.2 Selection of label specifications.......................................................................23
3.2.3 Selection of heat shrink tube specifications ...................................................23
3.2.4 Selection of Font Size........................................................................................24
3.2.5 Change Character Size.....................................................................................24
3.3 Enter Print Contents ..........................................................................................................25
3.4 Insertion ............................................................................................................................26
3.5 Change of Contents...........................................................................................................27
Chapter IV Function Keys .......................................................................................................28
4.1 Notes to Function Keys..................................................................................................... 28
4.2 Instructions for Function Keys..........................................................................................29
4.2.1 Medium ................................................................................................................29
4.2.2 Length ..................................................................................................................30
4.2.3
[
4.2.4 Font size ..............................................................................................................32
4.2.5 Spacing ................................................................................................................33
4.2.6 Density.................................................................................................................33
4.2.7 Frame...................................................................................................................34
4.2.8 Number ................................................................................................................35
]
Orientation ..........................................................................................31
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4.2.9 Repeat..................................................................................................................37
4.2.10 Alignment...........................................................................................................38
4.2.11 Double Line .......................................................................................................40
4.2.12 PC Conn............................................................................................................40
4.2.13 File......................................................................................................................41
4.2.14 Delete all............................................................................................................43
4.2.15 Symbol...............................................................................................................44
4.2.16 Delete.................................................................................................................44
4.2.17 Cancel................................................................................................................45
4.2.18 Superscript........................................................................................................45
4.2.19 Subscript............................................................................................................45
4.2.20 Text head...........................................................................................................46
4.2.21 Text end .............................................................................................................46
4.2.22 Cutting set.........................................................................................................46
4.2.22 Cut depth...........................................................................................................46
4.2.23 Print Scope........................................................................................................48
4.2.24 Print....................................................................................................................48
4.2.25 Capital................................................................................................................48
4.2.26 Language...........................................................................................................49
4.2.27 Back Off.............................................................................................................49
4.2.28 Backspace.........................................................................................................49
4.2.29 [Shift]..................................................................................................................50
4.2.30 Revise................................................................................................................50
4.2.31 Create a new page...........................................................................................53
4.2.32 Display brightness adjustment.......................................................................53
4.2.33 Key combination...............................................................................................53
Chapter V Specifications Description ......................................................................................54
Chapter VI Others......................................................................................................................55
6.1 Specifications of Original Consumables...........................................................................55
6.2 Simple Trouble-shooting...................................................................................................56
6.2 Warranty Card ...................................................................................................................57
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Chapter I Foreword
Welcome to use LK-330E label & mark printer! This manual describes the features of
LK-330E and the points of attention during operating and using it. Please study this
manual to have an adequate understanding of LK-330E features before you use this
machine so as to take a better advantage of it. After reading it, keep this manual
properly for future reference.
[Statement]
1. The “
L-MARK
” are the registered trade marks of Label & Mark Industries
Company.
2. The contents of this manual shall not be altered without prior consent. The
Company reserves the right to bring changes to the products concerning
technologies, parts and components, software and hardware. For more
information about the products, please contact
3. Without the prior written approval by
L-MARK
L-MARK
or the sale agents.
, no contents of this manual
shall be copied or transmitted in any form or by any means.
4. The Company is not to be held responsible for any consequences that may arise
from any operations not conforming to the instructions contained in this manual.
5. Other signs and trade marks referenced in this manual are owned by their
respective owners.
6. This manual is subject to change without prior notice.
7. For more information about this equipment and the Company, please visit
www.lmark.net.
[Safety Instructions]
Please study the following before you begin to use this printer:
1. Safety warning
Warning: The print head generates heat. Do not touch it or other
parts around it during printing or shortly after printing.
Warning: Do not touch the print head face or the connector;
otherwise the print head may be damaged as a result of
static.
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Warning: This equipment is fitted with a cutting knife. Do not put
your fingers near it during use. Be careful to keep clear
of the cutting knife during handling.
2. Points of attention
1) The printer shall be put on a flat and stable place.
2) Do not use the printer or store it in hot, damp or heavily polluted places. Besides,
keep it sheltered from sunshine, bright light and heat sources.
3) Do not put the printer in a place which is under the influence of vibration or
impact.
4) Do not allow damp air condensate on the surface of the printer. If there is any
condensate water, do not turn on the printer power supply before the condensate
water disappears.
5) Connect the printer’s power adaptor to a suitable earthed power socket. Avoid
sharing a same power socket with other large dynamos or other equipment that
may give rise to voltage fluctuation.
6) If the printer is expected to be idle for a long time, disconnect the printer from
the power supply.
7) Be careful to avoid introducing water or conducting matters (like metals) into
the printer. Disconnect the power supply immediately in case of such
introduction.
8) Do not print if there is no print material loaded, otherwise the printer rubber roll
and print head may be severely damaged.
9) Disconnect the power supply before making connection or disconnection;
otherwise the printer control circuit may be damaged.
10) Do not attempt to dismantle the printer to repair by yourself. Unauthorized
dismantling or alteration of this printer is prohibited, otherwise the high-voltage
components inside may give rise to fire accident or electric shock.
11) For the benefit of safety, when the “protective cover” is opened the printer will
not work. Therefore, put on the protective cover when printing. During opening
the “protective cover”, do not let any object touch the moving parts of the
printer.
12) In order to avoid getting electric shock, do not plug or unplug any connections
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with a wet hand.
13) Do not use AC power supply exceeding 110V—240V in voltage.
14) Keep the tube printer away from alcohol, gasoline and other volatile solvents;
keep it away from fire to avoid explosion or burning.
15) Clean the printer with a wrung wet cotton cloth. Use of organic and flammable
solvent is prohibited.
16) In case of strange odor or noises during operation, switch off the printer
immediately and disconnect the power supply and then contact your sale agent.
17) Stop the printer immediately if any foreign matter is introduced inside the
printer in order to avoid damaging it.
18) This printer prints only on sleeve tubes or heat shrink tubes with Ф≦6.0mm.
Printing on tubes Ф>6.0mm may damage the printer.
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[Caution]
1. Not all consumables are compatible with your machine. Compatibility is
dependent on the features and specifications of consumables. Please use original
L-MARK
consumables, which ensure a steady printing quality and help protect
your machine.
2. Use of non-original ribbon or label will invalidate the warranty.
3. Do not blockade the ribbon or label exit opening.
4. Do not strike the keyboard forcefully.
5. Do not pull out the print-out by force. Remove the print-out until it is cut off,
otherwise the printing quality may be compromised or your machine may be
damaged.
6. Consumables or machine shall be kept in a dry, room-temperature, and well
ventilated place sheltered from direct sunshine.
7. This printer is designed so as to ensure a good printing quality on sleeve tubes,
heat shrink tubes, labels, and transparent tubes; however no perfect quality for all
types of printing is implied. Please print some trial samples in advance.
8. When printing PVC sleeve tubes, please use “tube guide” designed specially for
this printer.
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[Description of features]
Full English operation interfaces, possible to enter English, numbers, symbols;
various editing functions enabled;
Ultra-large screen, three-line input and display; each line capable of showing 15
English letters;
Fashionable and top-grade white background light LCD display, with status
information of more than 10 functions displayed;
Fully automatic semi-cutting or full-cutting operation;
One-key operation: all functions can be performed by pressing only one key, thus
offering a convenient and quick operation;
International standard 85-key computer keyboard;
Beautiful
L-MARK
font type, offering a clearer and more lasting print out;
With a unique function of printing selected pages, enabling you to print selected
pages in the current file;
Ultra-large in-built file memory capacity, able to store more than 100 files, ready
to be recalled at any time;
L-MARK
computer and
hi-speed computerized tube printer LK-330PC can be connected to a
L-MARK
software offers new and versatile man-machine
interfaces, compatible with Windows2000/XP operation systems; independent
operation at the work site is possible, one machine designed for dual operations;
Portable design, suitable to be used for various applications;
Ribbons available in black, red, blue and white colors.
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Chapter II Preparation
This chapter mainly describes the key components of the equipment and how to
install the ribbons and printing materials. The function of each key is also described.
2.1 Configuration of the Main Unit
2.1.1 Basic configuration
1. LK-330E label and mark printer 1 piece
2. Warranty card 1 sheet
3. Packing list 1 sheet
4. Power adaptor (including power cable) 1 piece
5. Black ribbon for familiarizing purpose 1 cartridge
6. Sleeve tube guide 1 piece
7. Editing software and User’s manual CD 1 CD
8. Computer connection cable 1 piece
9. Handbag 1 piece
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2.1.2 List of consumables provided
species specification Model Package
Label cassette tape (White 6mm) LM506WL 5pcs(20m×5)/box
Label cassette tape (White 9mm) LM509WL 5pcs(20m×5)/box
Label cassette tape (White 12mm) LM512WL 5pcs(20m×5)/box
Label cassette tape (Yellow 6mm) LM506YL 5pcs(20m×5)/box
Labels
Ink ribbons
Shrink
tubes
Label cassette tape (Yellow 9mm) LM509YL 5pcs(20m×5)/box
Label cassette tape (Yellow 12mm) LM512YL 5pcs(20m×5)/box
Label cassette tape (Silver 6mm) LM506SL 5pcs(20m×5)/box
Label cassette tape (Silver 9mm) LM509SL 5pcs(20m×5)/box
Label cassette tape (Silver 12mm) LM512SL 5pcs(20m×5)/box
Ribbon cassette (black) LM33B 5pcs(80m×5)/box
Ribbon cassette (white) LM33W 5pcs(80m×5)/box
Ribbon cassette (red) LM33R 5pcs(80m×5)/box
2:1 heat shrink tube cassette (White 3.0mm) LM-ST30W 5pcs(5m×5)/box
2:1 heat shrink tube cassette (Yellow 3.0mm) LM-ST30Y 5pcs(5m×5)/box
2:1 heat shrink tube cassette (White 5.2mm) LM-ST52W 5pcs(4m×5)/box
2:1 heat shrink tube cassette (Yellow 5.2mm) LM-ST52Y 5pcs(4m×5)/box
2:1 heat shrink tube cassette (White 6.8mm) LM-ST68W 5pcs(4m×5)/box
2:1 heat shrink tube cassette (Yellow 6.8mm) LM-ST68Y 5pcs(4m×5)/box
Cutter Cutter (cutter holder and cutting blade) LM-02-10 2pcs/box
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Ribbon
Label cassette/Heat shrink tube cassette
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2.2 Nomenclature and Functions
2.2.1 Main unit
Protective cover
Print rubber roll
Cutter
Caution label
Protective cover
release
Keyboard
Print head
“|” indicates “On”
2.2.2 LCD display description
Power, position
Printing material
pack holder
Display
AC adaptor socket
Data line socket
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S/N
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Display
words
Length
Font
Cutting
Frame
Repeat
Density
Caps Lock
Interpretation
Length of the page in which the cursor exists
Font size of the page in which the cursor exists
Status of semi-cutting function
Y: semi-cutting L: demarcating
N: Nil (no semi-cutting, no demarcating)
Effects setting of the page in which the cursor exists:
N: Nil F: with frame L: underlined
Repeated printing times of the page in which the cursor
exists
Value set for printing density
Current status of upper case or lower case
8
9
10
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Size
Material
Language
Size of printing medium
Types of printing medium
Current status of Chinese or English entry
Display contents: page number and page contents
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2.2.3 Keyboard
[Medium] ( page 30 )
This key is used to selecting the print medium; available in label tape, PVC tube, and heat
shrink tube
[Length] ( page 30 )
This key is used to change the length of the page
[ ]—(Orientation) ( page 32 )
This key is used to change the printing orientation
[Font ] (Font Size) ( page 33 )
This key is used to change character size
[Space] (Character Space) ( page 34 )
This key is used to change the spacing between character
[Density] ( page 35 )
This key is used to adjust printing density
[Frame] ( page 35 )
This key is used to put frame around the text or to underline it.
[Number] (Numbering) ( page 36 )
This key is used to set seril number input
[Repeat] (Repeat Printing ) ( page 38 )
This key is used to set the repeated printing times of certain pages
[Alignment] ( page 39 )
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This key is used to set the alignment of text, align left or center
[Double Line] ( page 40 )
This key is used to set double line
[PC Conn.] (PC Connecting) ( page 41 )
This key is used to connect to the computer and lock the keyboard。
[File] ( page 41 )
This key is used to register input data in the printer’s memory. This key is also used to call
up or delete registered data.
[Del All] ( page 44 )
This key is used to delete the file being edited
[Symbol] ( page 44 )
This key is used to electric symbol entry.
[Delete] ( page 44 )
This key is used to delete the page in which the cursor exists
[Cancel] ( page 45 )
This key is used to cancel the setting or operations, and return to the display to the previous
screen.
[Superscript] ( page 45 )
This key is used to set superscript
[Subscript] ( page 45 )
This key is used to set subscript
[Text head] ( page 46 )
This key is used to move the cursor to the first page of the current document
[Text end] ( page 46 )
This key is used to move the cursor to the final page of the current document
[Print] ( page 48 )
This key is used to print the entire current document under edition
[Language] ( page 48 )
This key is used to choose language, available in En (English), Chinese (pinyin)
[Revise] ( page 49 )
This key is used to test and revise printing length, adjust the cutter and printer position.
[Shift] ( page 49 )
This key is used to in combination with the input keys to input upper-case character
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[Caps Lock] ( page 49 )
This key is used to switch between upper-case input mode and lower-case input mode.
[Print Scope] ( page 47 )
This key is used to print selected pages in the text
[Cutting Set ] ( page 46 )
This key is used to choose half-cutting, cut line, or wiyhout either half-cutting or cut line
[Cut Depth] ( page 46 )
This key is used to adjust the cutting depth of full-cut or half-cut
[Backspace] ( page 49 )
This key is used to delete the character that precedes the cursor
[Back Off] ( page 48 )
This key is used to remove the tube or the label tape.
2.3 Installation
2.3.1 Installation and removal of Ribbon
Installation of Ribbon
1．Open the protective cover
2．See the picture below; roll the ribbon tightly and neatly in the direction as shown.
3．Place the Ribbon in the ribbon holder, as shown in the picture. You will hear a “crack”
sound when it is properly located in its position.
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Installation of Ribbon
[Attention]
The Ribbon can not be detected by the printer if it is not properly installed. Therefore see
that the Ribbon is placed into the correct place. If the Ribbon becomes loose, the machine
may be unable to detect the Ribbon and the ribbon is prone to be torn broken or corrugated.
So be sure to roll tight the ribbon prior to installation.
4．Close the protective cover
Removal of Ribbon
1．Open the protective cover
★ Make sure the print head is not pressed on the print rubber roll, in other words make
sure the print head is released;
[Attention]
If the print head is found pressed upon the rubber roll, please close the protective cover and
switch off the power and then switch on the printer about 3 seconds later. In this way, the
printer will initialize anew and the print head will return to a proper place.
2．Raise the Ribbon and take it off carefully.
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Removal of Ribbon
3．Remove the ribbon cassette when the catches on both sides are fully released.
4．Close the protective cover.
2.3.2 Installation and removal of printing material cassette
Installation of printing material cassette
1．Open the protective cover.
Be sure that the printer is already installed with an Ribbon.
2．Pull out 5-7mm long printing material from the cassette.
Label cassette
3．Put the tongue on the right side of the cassette into the trough on the cassette holder.
4．Press the cassette until you hear a “crack” sound, which indicates the cassette is
installed in its place. Make sure the tongue has returned.
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