MARKEM CIMJETRFID Users Manual

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Operation/Service Manual

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WARRANTY

All MARKEM products are warranted to be free of defects in materials and workmanship and to conform to MARKEM
specifications in effect at the date of shipment to Buyer. Any changes Buyer requests to MARKEM specifications are not
effective without advance, written authorization by MARKEM. The warranty period is as follows:

Machines: One year from date of shipment to Buyer or 2000 operating hours, whichever expires first, unless any

specific machine is designated on an order or otherwise as Made to Order (“MTO”), in which event the
warranty period is 90 days from date of shipment to Buyer.

Ink Jet Orifice Plates (on new machines and as replacement parts): 90 days from date of shipment to Buyer.

Replacement Parts: 90 days from date of shipment to Buyer.

Software: 90 days from date of shipment to Buyer. Warranty does not entitle Buyer to new releases, upgrades or

enhancements introduced during the warranty period.

Supply Products: For the period of shelf life of the supplies as stated in the applicable specification standards or

one year from the date of shipment to Buyer if not specified.

During the warranty period, MARKEM will, at its option, repair, replace or refund the purchase price of MARKEM products
which prove to be defective in materials or workmanship or which do not conform to the applicable MARKEM specifications.
Within MARKEM service travel areas for certain products designated by MARKEM, warranty service for machines and parts
will be provided at the installation site. In all other cases, products must be returned to a service facility designated by
MARKEM.

For products returned to MARKEM for warranty repair or replacement, Buyer shall obtain a return authorization number and
shipping instructions from MARKEM and return the product shipping charges prepaid. Shipping charges for the return of
products to Buyer shall be paid by MARKEM within the contiguous forty-eight United States and the District of Columbia; for
all other locations, the warranty excludes all costs of shipping, customs clearance and any other related charges. All replaced
products shall become the property of MARKEM.

The foregoing warranty shall not apply to any custom work performed by MARKEM. The foregoing warranty shall also not
apply to defects or non-conformance with MARKEM specifications which result from: (l) improper installation, use, storage,
care or maintenance by Buyer; (2) wear resulting from normal use of parts subject to wear, such as ink rolls, offset pads, foil
feeds, thermal transfer print heads, etc.; (3) modification, alteration or retiming of a MARKEM machine; (4) cycling a
MARKEM machine out of specification; or (5) adding a unit timed or driven by a MARKEM machine; (6) use of products
(including supplies) or software not furnished by MARKEM (7) accident, neglect, misuse or abuse; or (8) exposure conditions
outside the range of the environmental, power and operating specifications provided by MARKEM.

NO OTHER WARRANTY IS EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. MARKEM SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Determination of the suitability of
the products described on the face of the quote and/or invoice is the sole responsibility of the Buyer and MARKEM shall have
no responsibility in connection therewith. BUYER WARRANTS THAT HE IS NOT PURCHASING THE PRODUCTS FOR
PERSONAL, FAMILY OR HOUSEHOLD PURPOSES. THE REMEDIES PROVIDED HEREIN ARE BUYER’S SOLE AND
EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES.

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY: MARKEM SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT, TORT OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY, OR FOR
THE COST OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS. CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES for purposes of this Agreement shall include, without
limitation:

1. Loss of use, income or profit, or losses sustained as a result of the injury (including death) to any person or loss or
damage to property, including, without limitation, materials manufactured, processed or labeled by the use of the
products.

2. Damages arising out of or in connection with delays in delivery, MARKEM’s performance, non-performance or
breach of this contract, defects in the equipment, failure of the products to perform properly or non-conformance of
the products with specifications or the operation, use, installation, repair or replacement of the products.

0874339 Rev. 08 11/03

This guide explains the basic operation and care of the Model Cimjet® RFID System.

To the best of our knowledge, the information contained in this guide was correct at the time
of publication. However, continual enhancement of our products can result in some
differences between the instructions represented in this guide and your printer.

MARKEM is a registered trademark of MARKEM Corporation.
This guide was written by:

MARKEM Corporation
150 Congress Street
Keene, New Hampshire 03431 U.S.A.

Copyright © 2005 by MARKEM Corporation
All rights reserved. Reproducing this publication in whole or in part without written

permission is expressly prohibited.

Reference List
The information on your packing slips can be written below for reference. When contacting

MARKEM please give your Model Number, Serial Number, and Customer Account Number.

Model ____________ Serial Number_________________ Date Installed______________

Customer Account Number__________________________________________________

Name of MARKEM Representative_____________________________________________

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section 1 General Information

1.0 Welcome to the Model Cimjet RFID. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

1.1 What is in this Guide?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

1.2 Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

2.0 Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4

2.1 Applicable Safety Regulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4

2.2 Modifications to Cimjet RFID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4

2.3 Electrical Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5

2.4 Machine Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7

2.5 Safety Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10

2.6 Isopropanol Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12

2.7 Foreseen Use/misuse. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22

2.8 MARKEM Training Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22

2.9 Removal from Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-23

3.0 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24

3.1 Components of Cimjet RFID. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-26

3.1.1 Dispenser. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-26

3.1.2 Applicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-26

3.2 Tag Sizes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-26

3.3 Beacon Light (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-29

3.4 Networking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-29

4.0 Dimensional Drawings (in Millimeters) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-30

Section 2 Installation Guide

1.0 Installation of the Cimjet RFID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

1.1 Installation Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

2.0 Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2

2.1 Power Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2

3.0 Air Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3

3.1 Air Regulator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3

4.0 I/O Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4

5.0 Positioning the Applicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4

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Section 3 Operating Guide

1.0 Preparing Cimjet RFID for Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-1

2.0 Operating the Cimjet RFID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-1

3.0 Loading Tags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-1

4.0 Power-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-3

5.0 Operator Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4

5.1 Menu Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4

5.2 The Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4

5.3 Operator Interface LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-5

5.4 Guidelines for Entering Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-5

6.0 Auto and Set Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-6

6.1 Auto Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-7

6.2 Set Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-8

7.0 Engineer Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-10

7.1 Diagnostics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-10

7.2 Set Tag Optic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-10

8.0 Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-11

Section 4 Restricted Access Mode User Guide

1.0 Restricted Access Mode User Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-1

2.0 Entering Restricted Access Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-1

3.0 Machine Init (Initialization) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2

3.1 Reset Params. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2

4.0 Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3

4.1 Password Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-4

4.2 Password Key Sequences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6

5.0 Cycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-7

6.0 Restricted Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-8

7.0 Set Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-8

8.0 Communications Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-9

9.0 Machine Options Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-11

9.1 Machine Configuration Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-12

9.2 Applicator Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-16

10.0 Feeder Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-17

Section 5 Operating Modes

1.0 Operating Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-1

2.0 Application Cycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-1

2.1 Auto Apply Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-2

2.2 On Demand Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-2

3.0 Connecting External Sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-3

3.1 Wiring the Sensors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-3

3.2 Testing the Sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-3

4.0 Positioning Sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-4

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4.1 Auto Apply Sensor Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4

4.2 On Demand Mode Sensor Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5

5.0 Fitting the Sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6

6.0 Apply Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6

Section 6 Preventive Maintenance Guide

1.0 General Maintenance and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

1.1 General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

1.2 Positioning of Safety Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

2.0 Cleaning of all Rollers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2

3.0 Changing the Tag Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3

4.0 Tag Unwind Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4

5.0 Clutches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5

5.1 Replacing the Felt Pads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5

5.2 Setting the Clutch Torque . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6

6.0 Sensor Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7

6.1 Low Reel Sensor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7

6.2 Nip Home Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7

6.3 Tag Gap Optic. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8

7.0 Drive Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-10

8.0 Maintaining the Compressed Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-12

Section 7 Technical Information

1.0 Power Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1

1.1 Power Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1

1.2 Power Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2

2.0 The Cimjet RFID Main Processor Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3

2.1 On-board Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4

2.2 Input and Output LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7

2.3 Processor Board Links . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9

2.4 Test Points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-11

2.5 Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-13

2.6 Firmware and RAM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-14

2.7 Switch Settings and Potentiometers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-15

3.0 External Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-16

3.1 X28 Communications (Comms) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-17

3.2 X23 External Sensor Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-18

3.3 X12 External I/O . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-19

4.0 Status Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-21

5.0 Status Reset Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-22

6.0 Display I/O . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-23

7.0 Inputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-24

8.0 Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-27

9.0 Pneumatics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-29

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9.1 Air Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-29

9.2 Compressed Air Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-29

Section 8 Troubleshooting Guide

1.0 Error Messages in Auto Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-1

2.0 Power-up Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-2

3.0 Start-up Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-3

4.0 Other Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-4

5.0 Communications Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-7

6.0 Tag Feed Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-8

6.1 Incorrect Tag Stopping Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-8

6.2 Erratic Tag Feeding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-8

6.3 Inconsistent Tag Stopping Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-9

6.3.1 If the Tag Stops in the Correct Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-9

6.3.2 If the Tag Stops in an Inconsistent Position . . . . . . . . . . . .8-9

7.0 No Driving of Tags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-10

8.0 Motor Stalling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-10

Section 9 Recommended Spares

1.0 Recommended Spares . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-1

1.1 Preventive Maintenance Spares Kits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-1

1.2 General Spares Kits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-2

1.3 Left-hand Change Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-2

Section 10 Parts Illustrations and Electrical Schematics

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SECTION 1 General Information

1.0 Welcome to the Model Cimjet RFID

The Cimjet RFID is a high speed, compact RFID tag dispenser and
applicator that is compatible with a full range of MARKEM products.

1.1 What is in this Guide?

The Cimjet RFID manual addresses the basic installation, operation
and care of the RFID tag dispenser , as well as safety, maintenance,
troubleshooting, and service information. For more applicator
information, refer to the Cimjet RFID Blow Applicator Manual

(0855906) and the Cimjet RFID Tamp Applicator Manual
(0855907).

1.2 Glossary

active tags – tags that use batteries as a source of power (can be

either partial or complete power); there are tags with replaceable
batteries and tags that have the batteries inside a sealed unit –
sometimes called unitized active tags

addressability – ability to address bits, fields, files or other portions
of storage in a tag

antenna – conductive elements that radiate and/or receive energy
in the radio frequency spectrum to or from the tag

bi-directional – a tag that can be read or written from either side
capacity – amount of bits or bytes that can be programmed into a

tag; these may be bits accessible to the user, or the total number,
including those reserved for the manufacturer (such as parity or
control bits)

electronic tag – a tag that has an electronic RFID tag embedded
within it

EMC – electromagnetic compatibility
frequency – number of times a signal makes a complete pass

through its maximum and minimum values and returns to the same
value (cycles)

misread – a condition that exists when the data presented by the
reader does not match the corresponding data in the tag

passive tags – tags that do not contain an internal power source;
they are externally powered and usually get their power from the
carrier signal radiated from the scanner

programming – adding information to or altering a tag
programmability – data and identification information must be

entered into tags in order for them to become identifiers of specific
objects; this capability is called programmability

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programmer – tag contents can be changed by a set of electronics

in close proximity or in electrical contact with them; those electronics
and their packaging are called a programmer

RFID – systems that read or write data to RF (radio frequency) tags
that are present in a radio frequency field projected from RF
reading/writing equipment; data may be contained in one or more
bits for the purpose of providing identification and other information
relevant to the object the tag is attached to; it uses electromagnetic
or electrostatic coupling in the radio frequency portion of the
spectrum to communicate to or from a tag through a variety of
modulation and encodation schemes

range – distance at which successful reading and/or writing can be
attained

read – decoding, extraction and presentation of data from
formatting, control and error management bits sent from a tag

readability – ability to extract data under less than optimal
conditions

read rate – maximum rate at which data can be read from a tag,
expressed in bits or bytes per second

read/write – many applications require that new data, or revisions to
data already in the tag, be entered into the tag while it is still
attached to its object; tags with this capability are said to be
reprogrammable and are called read/write tags, memory cards, or

memory modules
reader – device containing the digital electronics that extract and

separate the information from the format definition and error
management bits; digital electronics perform the actual reading
function; these read electronics may also interface to an integral
display and/or provide a parallel or serial communications interface
to a host computer or industrial controller

reader/writer – the set of electronics can change the contents of the
tags while they are still attached to their object; they are called the

reader/writer (see reader)
reprogrammable – many applications require that new data, or

revisions to data already in the tag, be entered into the tag while it is
still attached to its object; the ability to read from and write data to
the tag while it is attached to its object is called in-use
programming; tags with this capability are said to be
reprogrammable and are called read/write tags, memory cards, or

memory modules

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scanner – the antennae, transmitter (or exciter) and receiver

electronics are integrated in a single package called the scanner;
they may be combined with additional digital electronics, including a
microprocessor in a package called a reader

tag – the transmitter/receiver pair, or the transceiver plus the
information storage mechanism, attached to the object, is referred to
as the tag, transponder , electronic tag, code plate, and various other
terms. Although transponder is technically the most accurate, the
most common term and the one preferred by the Automatic
Identification manufacturers is tag

transponder – see tag
verify – assure that the desired operation was performed correctly
write – transfer of data to a tag; the tag’s internal operation of

storing the data, sometimes including the data, in order to verify the
operation

write rate – rate at which information is transferred to a tag, written
into the tag’s memory and verified as being correct; it is quantified
as the average number of bits or bytes per second in which the
complete transaction can be performed

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2.0 Safety Information

2.1 EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) Considerations

To maintain the integrity of the EMC precautions taken with the
Cimjet RFID, all connecting cables must be fully screened, and the
screen must have 360 degree cont act with the metal connector and,
in turn, the unit’s case at both ends.

2.2 Modifications to Cimjet RFID

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by MARKEM
that could affect FCC Compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the Cimjet RFID.

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2.3 Electrical Safety

• Incoming supply cable should be rated at 10A minimum for the
Cimjet RFID (independent of nominal supply voltage)

Maximum switch-on supply current surge for the Cimjet RFID is as
follows: Cimjet RFID Maximum current level = 70A,
Duration = 6ms

Recommended cable protection is as follows:

• MCB (Miniature Circuit Breaker): to IEC 947-2 / EN 60947-2 and
BS EN 60898 with a minimum instantaneous release response
current of 10x rated current (type D)

• Klockner Moeller type FAZNS 6-2 (6A, 2 pole type D)

• Merlin Gerin type C60 HD 206 (6A, 2 pole type D)

Note: The Klockner Moeller or Merlin Gerin circuit breakers are

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recommended. An equivalent MCB can be used.

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Fuses

• Use 10A HRC or HBC type fuses with a minimum of 95A RMS
symmetrical prospective current rating, at a 10ms minimum pre­arcing time, such as ASTA certified to BS88 part 2 ‘pullcap’ type
or equivalent.

Electrical safety testing (after installation)

WARNING: It is essential that the continuity of the protective

bonding circuit and the prospective short circuit
current level be checked after the machine is
installed and the electrical connections, including
those to the power supply, are complete. A
competent person must carry out these tests.

Test equipment required: Digital Loop and PSC Tester (such as
Robin Model KMP4120 Digital PSC-LOOP Tester)

• Connect tester to incoming mains supply to machine.

• Check that the supply voltage is within specification and that the
connections are correctly wired (indicated on the tester).

• Select the 20 ohms scale on the tester and press the Test
button to check the value of earth fault loop impedance for the
power supply provided.

If a class D MCB to BS EN 60898 or equivalent protects the supply,
then the maximum impedance should be 2 ohms.

If the supply is protected by a BS88 part 2 style fuse, then the
maximum impedance should be 5.33 ohms.

Select the PSC (Prospective Short Circuit Current) test and check that

the PSC level does not exceed 1500A.

WARNING: Failure to carry out these tests will potentially

result in an unsafe installation, and the equipment
fault-clearance ability may not function correctly.

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2.4 Machine Safety

The product is designed to conform to all current Machine Safety
Regulations. Please read through this section before operating

this machine.

This feeder is designed for use with the following supply systems
that conform to IEC 664 light industrial / domestic installation
category II main supply.

• ‘TN’ (any of following - TN-C, TN-S or TN-C-S) For example: a
system having one or more points of the source of energy
directly earthed; the exposed conductive parts of the installation
being connected to that point by protective conductors

• ‘TT’ - For example: a system having one point of the source of
energy directly earthed; the exposed conductive parts of the
installation being connected to earth electrodes electrically
independent of the earth electrodes of the source

• It is NOT suitable for connection to an ‘IT’ system. For example:
a system having no direct connection between live parts and
earth, the exposed conductive parts of the installation being
earthed; this, therefore, excludes any ‘phase to phase’
connected supplies such as what might be available in some
factories and/or countries

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If either supply fuse (located on the rear of the controller, below the
supply connector) is replaced, it must be replaced by an HBC Style
ceramic fuse with the rating shown as ‘T5AH250V.’

WARNING: Installation must only be performed by qualified

MARKEM personnel. For customer installations,
authorization must be obtained from MARKEM. All
relevant Safety Procedures must be followed.
Failure to do so may void the warranty.

1. The Cimjet RFID must be disconnected from the main power

supply before removing the cover from the I/O interface board.
Make sure that any external interlocked machines are also
disconnected from the power supply.

2. DO NOT touch restrictors/regulators that are mounted inside the

rear dispenser cover. These are pre-set at the factory for your
safety.

3. ALWAYS disconnect the power to the machine before removing

any covers. You must remove the plug from the main power
supply.

4. DO NOT operate the machine with any covers removed. All

covers must be in place using the appropriate number of
fasteners. It is essential that electrical and non-electrical

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connector dust covers provided with the machine are fitted to all
unused connectors to protect against dust and dirt and prevent
possible static damage to internal components.

5. DISCONNECT the air supply before undertaking work on the
applicator.

6. DO NOT adjust the internal cylinder regulator pressure under
any circumstances. Doing so could make the Cimjet RFID
unsafe.

7. It is possible for the machine to become unstable when being
moved. The machine must be lowered to its lowest possible
position before moving, and care must taken to prevent personal
injury.

8. Loading tags can present a risk if the machine is mounted high
up as the tag reels are heavy. It may be necessary to provide a
platform on which to stand, enabling the operator to load tag
reels safely, without risk of personal injury. When lowering the
machine, be sure a minimum of two people reposition or move
the machine and that it is fully supported.

9. Always take care when moving around the machine not to slip,
trip, or fall, especially when the machine is used in areas where
the floor may be wet or greasy.

10.Be aware of the operating zone required by the Cimjet RFID
when working with and near the machine. Allow ample space
beyond the applicator operation zone to ensure operator safety.
Be certain all reasonable safety precautions have been
undertaken; however , when working with or around the machine,
take care to avoid potential hazards. If the customer has any
safety concerns, guarding must be provided by the customer.

11. Be aware that free items, such as loose clothing or long hair,
could become entangled or trapped in the Tag Nip Roller or
paper path during the operation of the machine. A warning
sticker is fitted locally to highlight the hazard.

12.Beware of the unlikely event of an electronic fault causing an
unexpected start-up or overrun of the pneumatic cylinders or
feeder drive motors, which could cause possible injury.

13.The regulator mounted inside the rear dispenser cover is set to

1.86 Bar for safety reasons and should only be serviced or
replaced by trained personnel. If the cylinder pressure is raised
above 1.86 Bar, the customer must provide additional guarding
for operator safety.

14.Make sure that the maximum light emission power and
classification for any/all laser(s) used on this machine, do not

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exceed those specifications stated in the appropriate laser safety
standards IEC825. When irregularities are detected in the laser
beam generation, internal protective devices must switch the
laser beam off.

15.Various safety and warning labels are placed on the Cimjet RFID

(see following pages).

WARNING: These labels are provided for your safety and

should not be ignored or removed.

16.All fixing screws in all covers must be used to ensure EMC

integrity.

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2.5 Safety Labels

The safety information in this manual is correct to the best of our
knowledge, information, and belief at the date of this publication.
The information given is designed only as guidance for safe
handling use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and
release and is not considered a warranty or quality specification.
The information relates only to the specific material designated and
may not be valid for such material used in combination with any
other materials or in any process unless specified in text.

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Table 1–1 Safety Labels

There is a danger of electrical

Line V oltage

shock during checks and
repair .

Remove the power cord from
the electrical outlet before
performing all checks and
repair .

Part Number

BO5263AA

Hot Surfaces

Part Number

BO5265AA

All electronic checks must be
performed by a qualified
technician.

To prevent mild injury from
burns, be careful not to
directly touch any surface
where this safety sticker is
placed.

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Table 1–1 Safety Labels

Hazard Warning

Part Number

BO5262AA

Earth

Part Number

BO5264AA

Hazard warning safety labels
are placed in strategic
positions around the machine
to highlight potential hazards
to the operator.

Earth labels are placed in
strategic positions around the
machine to highlight the
machines earthing point.

Use only 115V conne ctions
where you find this safety
label.

Part Number

34976BA

Use only 230V connections
where you find this safety
label.

Part Number

34977BA

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2.6 Isopropanol Safety
Table 1–2 Isopropanol Safety

Product Name Isopropanol Wipes
Part Number BO4985AA
Product Name Isopropanol Cleaning Kit
Part Number BO3285AA
Product Name Isopropanol Top Up Kit
Part Number BO3286AA
Supplier MARKEM Technologies Ltd.

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Alexander Fleming Building,
Nottingham Science and
Technology Park, University
Boulevard,
Nottingham,
NG7 2RF

Composition/Information on Ingredients

Identification of the
preparation
Chemical Name
CAS-No EEC No
Class Weight%

Isopropanol Wipes Cloth
impregnated with 2ml fluid
~PROPAN-2-OL 67-63-0 200­746-9 F:R11<90 Sweden:
V:R30 / 322, R313 Non
Hazardous Constituents>10
Isopropanol Kits
Alcohol ~PROPAN-2-OL 67­63-0 200-661-7

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Table 1–2 Isopropanol Safety

Hazards Identification

Isopropanol Wipes
Most Important
Hazards

Isopropanol Kits
Most Important
Hazards

Specific Hazards May cause slight eye / skin

General Advice Use in well ventilated areas
Inhalation Take patient to fresh air. Do

Highly Flammable

Highly Flammable

irritation. May cause irritation
of respiratory tract. High
concentration of vapors may
induce unconsciousness /
narcosis. Solvents may
degrease the skin.

First Aid Measures

not move about. Obtain
medical advice.

Skin Contact Remove spillage with soft

tissue and / or wash off skin
with cool water. Obtain
medical advice in extreme
cases.

Eye Contact Irrigate thoroughly with water

for at least 10 minutes. Obtain
medical advice.

Ingestion

Isopropanol Wipes Wash out mouth thoroughly

and obtain medical advice.

Isopropanol
Cleaning Kit /
Isopropanol Top Up
Kit

Drink water and obtain
medical advice.

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Table 1–2 Isopropanol Safety

Fire Fighting Measures

Isopropanol Wipes Carbon Dioxide, Dry Chemical

Foam / Water Spray

Isopropanol
Cleaning Kit

Isopropanol Top Up
Kit

Accidental Release

Personal
Precautions

Environmental
Precautions

Water Spray, Dry Powder or
Vaporizing Liquids

Carbon Dioxide, Dry Chemical
Foam / Water Spray

Remove all sources of ignition.
Wear suitable gloves and eye/
face protection.

Clean with water and dispose
of water and isopropanol
according to your local
environmental regulations.
Otherwise, absorb on an inert
absorbent (sand, silica gel,
acid binder, universal binder,
sawdust) transfer to container
and arrange removal by
disposal company. Ventilate
area to dispel residual vapor.

Handling and Storage

Handling Use only in well ventilated

areas. Do not breathe vapors
or spray mist. Avoid contact
with the skin and the eyes.
When using isopropanol, do
not eat, drink or smoke.

Storage Keep in a cool, well ventilated

place. Keep product and
empty container away from
heat and sources of ignition.
Take precautionary
measures against static
discharges.

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Table 1–2 Isopropanol Safety

Exposure Control/Personal Protection

Personal Protection
Equipment

Hand Protection Solvent resistant gloves
Eye Protection Safety glasses/face shield
Skin and Body

Protection

Physical and Chemical Properties
Isopropanol Wipes
Form Of Liquid
Color Colorless
Odor Characteristic
Melting

Temperature
Boiling Temperature

Respiratory protection;
adequate ventilation

Plastic apron/sleeves/boots
(dependent on amount
handled)

-89oC

82oC
Density (g/ml) 0.78
Vapor Pressure

(Density) (2.07)
Solubility in Water Miscible in all proportions
Flash Point

Explosion Limits Lower: 2.3%, Upper: 12%
Auto Ignition

Temperature

33 mmHg, 20oC

12oC

o

C

425

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Table 1–2 Isopropanol Safety

Isopropanol Kits
Form Liquid
Color Colorless
Odor Characteristic
Melting

Temperature
Boiling Temperature

Density (g/ml) 0.78
Vapor Pressure

(Density) (2.07)
Solubility in Water Miscible in all proportions
Flash Point

Explosion Limits Lower: 2.3%, Upper: 12%
Auto Ignition

Temperature

-89oC

82oC

33 mmHg, 20oC

12oC

425oC

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Table 1–2 Isopropanol Safety

Stability and Reactivity

Stability Stable; vapors may form

explosive mixture with air

Conditions to Avoid Keep away from heat and

sources of ignition

Materials to Avoid Oxidizing agents, strong

bases, aldehydes, ammonia,
chlorinated compounds,
amines, organic nitro
compounds, aluminium

Hazardous
Decomposition
Products

Peroxides

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Table 1–2 Isopropanol Safety

Toxicological Information
Isopropanol Wipes
Acute Toxicity IPA: LD50/oral/rat= 5.04 g/kg

LD50/dermal/rabbit = 16.4 ml/
kg

Local Effects May cause skin irritation in

susceptible persons

Sensitization May cause sensitization by

skin contact
Long-term Toxicity Liver injury may occur
Chronic Toxicity Effects of excessive

exposures may include liver

toxicity
Isopropanol Kits
After Inhalation Irritation symptoms in the

respiratory tract
After Absorption Headache, dizziness,

inebriation, unconsciousness,

narcosis
After Uptake of

Large Quantities
After Skin Contact Irritation
After Eye Contact Irritation
Further Data LD50 5045 mg/kg oral, rat. No

Respiratory paralysis, coma

evidence of carcinogenic

properties; evidence of

reproductive effects

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