Microplex logiJET TM4 Operator's Manual

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logiJET TM4

Operator’s Manual

Edition 1.2p

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Table of Contents

Chapter Page

1. Introduction 7

1.1. General Description 7

1.2. Fundamentals of Thermal Printing 8

1.3. Conventions 9

1.4. General Safety Regulations 10

2. Installation 13

2.1. Printer Unpacking 13

2.2. Check List 15

2.3. Printer Installation 16

2.4. Printer Components 17

3. Basic Operation Sequences 21

3.1. Overview 21

4. Handling of Consumables 23

4.1. Winding Diagram 24

4.2. Handling of Ribbon (Foil) 25

4.2.1. Ribbon Loading 25

4.2.2. Ribbon Removal 29

4.3. Roll-Fed Media Handling 30

4.3.1. Roll-fed Media Loading 30

4.3.2. Media Removal 41

5. Operation 43

5.1. Attaching the Printer to a Network/PC 43

5.2. Printer Power Supply 44

5.3. Control Panel View 46

5.3.1. Function of the Control Panel Elements 47

5.3.2. Setting to Factory Defaults 49

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6. Access to the integrated Web Page of the logiJET TM4 51

6.1. Abstract 51

6.2. Connecting the Printer to the Network 51

7. Operating the Printer via the integrated Website (WebPanel) 53

7.1. Overview Page 53

7.2. Configuration Page 55

7.3. Page Setup Page 56

7.4. Network Page 57

7.5. Device Status Page 59

7.6. EEPROM Page 60

7.7. User Control Page 62

8. Operating the Printer via the IP-Admin Panel User Interface 63

8.1. IP-Admin Panel 64

8.1.1. Details of the IP-Admin Panel Elements 65

8.1.2. Configuration via the Control Panel 66

8.2. Menu Structure 68

8.2.1. Syntax of Diagrams 73

8.3. Panel Functions 74

8.3.1. Adjusting the Printer to the Print Material (Paper Type) 75

8.3.2. Adjusting the Sync Sensors 76

8.3.3. Print Process Selecting 89

8.3.4. Adjusting the Zero Position of the Material Transport (Sync.Sens.Offset) 91

8.3.5. Page Length Adjustment 93

8.3.6. Material Width Adjustment (Paper Width) 96

8.3.7. Configuration of Text Margins 98

8.3.8. Show Info (IP Address, Firmware Release …) 99

8.3.9. Printing the Status Sheet 100

8.3.10. Printing the Font List 102

8.3.11. Hexdump Mode Activation 103

8.3.12. Normal Print Mode Activation (incl. FORM FEED) 104

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8.3.13. Clearing the Input Buffer (Cancel Job) 105

8.3.14. Printing the Menu Page 106

8.3.15. Generating Testsheets (Sliding Pattern) 107

8.3.16. Print Direction Selection 108

8.3.17. Data Interface Configuration 109

8.3.18. Emulation Selection 110

8.3.19. Menu Language Selection 112

8.3.20. Transparent Code Adjustment 113

8.3.21. Selection of Memory Distribution (Input Buffer) 114

8.3.22. Setting to Factory Default 115

8.3.23. Font Selection 116

8.3.24. Print Speed Adjustment 119

8.3.25. Density (Contrast) Setting 120

8.3.26. Configuration of Network Parameters (IP Address, e.g.) 121

9. Operator Maintenance 125

9.1. Printer Cleaning 125

9.1.1. Printer Cabinet Cleaning 126

9.1.2. Printhead Cleaning 127

9.1.3. Platen Roller Cleaning 129

10. Troubleshooting 131

10.1. Printer Error Messages 132

10.2. Reduced Print Quality 135

10.3. Incorrect Media Transport 137

10.4. Print Repetition after an Error 139

11. Measures for Transport and Shipping (Repacking) 141

12. Specifications 143

13. Index 147

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1. Introduction

1.1. General Description

The logiJET TM4 is a multifunctional non-impact printer based on thermal print technology. The very compact design, the sturdy metal housing and the option to use supply voltages of 12V, 24V or 48V make this device an ideal printer for so called “mobile printing”. A so called mounting plate (option) can be used to fix this printer to a forklift truck, for example. The device can be used for thermal transfer printing as well as for thermal direct printing. It can be used to print all kind of information as barcodes, alphanumerical characters and vector graphics e.g. . This printer not only knows one device-specific page description language as standard thermal printers usually do, but most of the languages used in the industrial field and the well-known market standards of laserprinters, too. For this printer options are available (for example, cutter).

The logiJET TM4 printer is provided with a controller that is also used in SOLID laserprinters. So the advantages of the thermal print

technology are combined with the flexibility of the „laserprinter intelligence“.

The MICROPLEX printer controller has its integrated website, this allows a printer configuration via Ethernet. See Networking

Features of MICROPLEX Printers for more information.

Data can be sent without programming expenditure from almost any software platform, because printer drivers are already available for this.

The capabilities featured include the MICROPLEX page description language IDOL. Using this language, complex tasks such as the creation of forms can be carried out by simple software commands (see separate IDOL manual).

The resolution is 300 dots per inch corresponding to about 12 dots per mm.

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The print speed is up to 6 inch/second (up to 150mm/second). Roll-fed media as well as continuous-media can be printed on. The minimum width of media is 25.4mm (1”). The maximum processable width of media for the logiJET TM4 is up to 118mm (4.64”). 106mm (4.17”) of that are printable.

1.2. Fundamentals of Thermal Printing

The thermal print technology enables a quiet and fast print process with a high resolution output. The printhead produces the image by heating single elements (dots). So you need a special ribbon (thermal transfer printing) or a special kind of paper (thermal direct printing). While thermal transfer printing the dots touch the thermal ribbon so that the heating of particular dots leads to a partial melting of the ribbon. Due to the contact with a media (future carrier of the information, for example paper) this leads to a transfer of the image onto the media. While thermal direct printing the dots touch the thermal paper directly. The dyes and developers within the paper respond to the heat of particular dots, change their colour to black and so the wanted image emerges.

The printer logiJET TM4 can be used for both methods of printing.

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1.3. Conventions

blue colored text

[Menu Level 1 ]

To find the requested information more quickly and to understand instructions more easily, the following conventions are used:

This symbol refers to a possible source of danger. If you do not pay attention to this information, injuries may result, the function of the printer could be reduced or objects could be damaged.

This symbol refers to important hints and suggestions on using the printer. Disregarding these hints might cause problems with the printer or within the environments.

This symbol shows a key of the control panel. Such symbols will be used in this manual whenever keys have to be pressed in order to activate certain functions.

Link to another chapter or a different document. By clicking the blue colored text you'll enter the concerning chapter or document.

This symbol represents messages shown in the display (panel).

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1.4. General Safety Regulations

This device produces, employs and possibly radiates high frequency energy. Because of this, incorrect installation can disturb radio communications.

This MICROPLEX product and its consumables are designed and tested according to strict safety standards.

Heeding the following instructions ensures secure operation:

- In both cases, while using the mains connection and while “mobile printing”, please make sure your electricity source is appropriately grounded.

- Set the DIPswitch located on the DC/DC converter PCB to the

nominal voltage supplied by the vehicle’s electric system and

always use a suitabele fuse (details are described in chapter 5).

- Install the device on solid and level ground.

For “mobile printing” the printer has to be fixed firmly to the

vehicle by using the so called mounting plate (option).

- Only use consumables which are specially developed for this

device.

- Using unsuitable consumables may cause a reduction of output

quality or damages to the device.

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- Ensure no liquids get on or into the device.

- Do not remove any cover or safety device fastened by screws.

- Do not remove or bridge over any safety device.

- Do not push anything into the ventilation apertures.

- Never carry out installations, cleanings or maintenance

operations which are not described in this manual. This should only be done by MICROPLEX authorized service personnel.

- Be careful when operating equipment with opened cover

hoods (setting-up work or service). Rotating parts can cause injury , and it is also possible for hair, clothing, jewellery, etc. to be caught in the machinery. Ribbon and material should only be inserted and changed by specially instructed personnel.

- Optional device components may only be installed by

authorized personnel, and in accordance with the appropriate assembly and usage regulations.

- The cutter may only be installed by trained personnel.

- Only attach or remove the printhead when the device is

switched off. After switching off the device, wait at least 3 minutes before removing the printhead.

- Only plug in or remove interface connectors when the device

is switched off.

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In order to disconnect the printer quickly from the main power in case of emergency please note the following:

- If the printer is connected to the mains supply, the power-outlet

should be installed near the printer and easily within reach.

- For permanently connected printers, an easily accessible

emergency power-off switch should be installed close to the printer.

- Please do not conceal any disconnect devices with the

printer or other objects.

- After switching off the device, wait at least 15 seconds

before the device is switched on again.

- Please follow all the information and hints directly attached

to the device and/or described in this manual.

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2. Installation

2.1. Printer Unpacking

1. Open the box and remove the accessory parts.

Hint: The shipping box etc. of your printer may differ in

form and optic from the parts shown in the following 2 figures.

Fig. 2.1.a Printer in the shipping box

2. Take the printer and lift it out the box carefully. Get

somebody to hold the box when removing the printer.

Take hold of the printer from the bottom. Do not use other parts of the printer (e.g. plastic parts at the printer's front or rear side ...) to lift the device!

Box contains accessories

Printer

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Fig. 2.1.b Lifting the printer

3. Remove the foil covering the printer.

4. Place the printer onto a suitable base (see section 2.3).

Please retain the original packing materials in case the printer has to be transported in the future.

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2.2. Check List

First of all place the printer and the accessories onto a level surface until the definitive location is chosen.

Please make sure that all items are included and that there are no defects. Immediately inform your supplier of any damage. Open the cardboard box carefully and check the contents:

1. Printer logiJET TM4

2. Power cord

3. Data cable (USB)

4. Ribbon supply spindle + Ribbon rewind spindle

(eventually both parts are already mounted in the device)

5. empty Ribbon Sleeve (Ribbon Core)

6. Two so called Spacers + two Centering sleeves, each with a

knurled screw (all these parts belong to the media supply spindle, eventually these parts are already mounted in the device)

7. CD containing:

 Operator’s Manual for logiJET TM4  Print drivers  IDOL Programming Manual

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2.3. Printer Installation

- The chosen location should be well-ventilated, clean and dry.

- Damaging environmental factors such as metal vapors, oil mist,

corroding lixivium or the like must not come into contact with the printer.

- Position the printer on solid and level ground.

- Do not exposure the printer to shocks or vibrations.

- The printer and socket or rather the connection cables have to

be easily accessible.

- The printer should not be located near volatile or combustible

materials.

- The printer must be connected to an appropriate AC power

source 100 – 240 VAC, 1.6 A, 50 - 60 Hz. The socket and the power cord must not be damaged.

- If the printer is equipped with the corresponding option,

power sources with 12V, 24V or 48V can be used, too (on-board-electrical system of a forklift truck, for example).

- Use the printer only within the allowed range of connection

values (see chapter Specifications).

- In order to run the printer reliably, please maintain the

following environmental conditions: Temperature: +5°C to +40°C (operating)

-20°C to +50°C (storage temperature)

Relative atmospheric humidity: 30% to 85% (without condensation)

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2.4. Printer Components

Main view:

Fig. 2.4.a Main view of the printer logiJET TM4

Cover

Open to insert material and foil.

Control Panel

2 keys + 2 LEDs (they indicate the

printer’s operating

status)

Window

Check the material / foil supply without opening the cover.

Handle to open the cover

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Fig. 2.4.b Side view of the printer

Fig. 2.4.c Rear view of the printer

Interfaces

Option: Switch + Socket (12V, 24V, 48V)

Power switch + Power socket (100 - 240 V AC)

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Fig. 2.4.d Inside View of the printer

Fig. 2.4.e Mounting Plate for the printer (this Mounting Plate is optional)

Fig. 2.4.f Mounting Plate: view from below

Printhead release levers

Printhead unit

( here without Ribbon, R. supply spindle and R. rewind spindle)

Media supply spindle

Locking device (to get the printer connected to the mounting plate or to release the mechanical lock)

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Details on mounting the printer to a forklift truck:

The Mounting Plate (optional part of the printer) is equipped with 4 rubber feet. In the bottom of each foot there is a bore hole to incorporate a M4 fastening screw.

The following drawing of the Mounting plate shows the construction offsets of the 4 rubber feet:

Fig. 2.4.g Drawing of the 4 fixing holes in the Mounting Plate

Drill the 4 bore holes (threaded holes or through bores for M4 screws + nuts) into the the surface of your forklift truck (matching the target position of the printer).

Notes on the electrical connection of the printer can be found in section 5.2 Printer Power Supply.

Please assemble the Mounting Plate to the forklift truck using four M4 screws. Then assemble the printer logiJET TM4 to the Mounting Plate (the locking device must engage, compare fig. 2.4.f).

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3. Basic Operation Sequences

3.1. Overview

print process selecting *

thermal transfer

media loading

page length /paper width setting

margin setting

see chapter 8

see chapter 4

see chapter 8

start

see chapter 8

ribbon removal

ribbon loading

see chapter 4

thermal direct

material transport zero position adjusting

see chapter 8

adjusting the printer to the paper type *

see chapter 8

adjusting the sync sensors *

see chapter 5

set the fuse and DIPswitch to the nominal voltage supplied by the forklift truck

*) A calibration must be performed when media and ribbon are first installed in the printer, or when different type of media or ribbon is being used.

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If the panel settings above shall be effective permanently (that means they do not have to be put in again after a printer OFF/ON) the setting values can be saved permanently (for example via IP-Admin Panel by operating the ENTER key two times).

An output of the current setting values can be shown on the integrated website (WebPanel). The Status Sheet can be stored and printed, too. (See chapter 7 and section 8.3.9, too.)

After each material changing (print media, label material and ribbon, too) the sensors have to be suitable adjusted (via automatic adjustment or, if necessary, via sensor current and switching threshold, see section 8.3.2 Adjusting the Sync Sensor).

Detailed information on the operations above and to further functions of the printer logiJET TM4 can be found in the following chapters.

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4. Handling of Consumables

Pay attention to the following safety instructions and the instructions listed in section 1.4, too!

Safety instructions:

- Set the DIPswitch located on the DC/DC converter PCB to the nominal voltage supplied by the vehicle’s electric system and always use a suitabele fuse (details are described in chapter 5).

- The cutter (optional device of your printer) can cause injuries if the printer is operated incorrectly.

- There is a danger of fingers, hair, clothing, jewellery etc. being drawn into the machine in the vicinity of the material transport unit.

- Be careful when operating equipment with opened cover hoods (setting-up work or service). Rotating parts can cause injury, and it is possible for hair, clothing, jewellery, etc. to be caught in the machinery.

- Print material should only be inserted and changed by specially instructed personnel.

For thermal direct printing it is not allowed to load a ribbon to avoid damaging the printhead. Make sure your settings using the integrated website/ IP-Admin Panel (see chapter 5 to 8) fit to the printer implementation (ribbon inserted /not inserted).

Ribbon and material should only be inserted/exchanged by specially instructed personnel.

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4.1. Winding Diagram

Hint: The printer shown in the following figure deviates from your

logiJET TM4 printer in form and appearance. The figure is only provided to show you the basical winding directions.

Fig. 4.1.a Schematic drawing: Winding directions of material and ribbon

The diagram above shows the usual winding directions of material and ribbon. Please note: You have to use ribbons with “Ink outside the roll”.

Also pay attention to the instructions located on the inside of the printer cover.

Ribbon roll

Printhead release lever

Material roll (Label)

Printhead unit

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4.2. Handling of Ribbon (Foil)

4.2.1. Ribbon Loading

If you want to operate the printer in the thermal transfer mode a printer ribbon has to be used (compare section 1.1).

Make sure you always use a printer ribbon being wider than the media to print on. In the case of printing on abrasive media printhead damaging can be avoided this way.

To set the ribbon go on like this:

1. Switch the printer to OFF LINE mode.

2. Open the printer cover completely

(use the cover’s handle; compare Fig. 2.4.a).

3. Push the two printhead release levers (both together) to open

the printhead mechanism and swivel the mechanism upwards.

Fig. 4.2.1.a Pushing the printhead release lever clockwise

Printhead mechanism

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4. Take the ribbon roll and remove the protection foil, if

necessary (by unwinding it and cutting it off).

5. Take the ribbon supply spindle (extent of supply). You may

have to disassemble it from the inside of the printer first (by an axial movement against the spring force). The ribbon supply spindle is located at the underside of the printhead unit. To reach this spindle you first have to to open the printhead mechanism and to swivel the mechanism upwards; compare fig.4.2.1.a.

6. Slide the ribbon roll (compare working step 4) onto the

ribbon supply spindle. Please note:

a) All ribbons for this printer have to carry the “Ink outside

the roll”. Please consider the right winding directions shown in fig. 4.1.a and in the following figure.

b) Please use the skales located on the surface of the ribbon

supply spindle to align the ribbon roll centred (key word for this printer: “centred paper transport”).

Fig. 4.2.1.b Schematic Drawing: Right winding directions for the ribbon rolls

Ribbon supply spindle

Ribbon rewind spindle

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7. Take the ribbon rewind spindle (extent of supply). You may

have to disassemble it from the inside of the printer first (by an axial movement against the spring force). The ribbon rewind spindle is located on top of the printhead unit; compare fig. 4.2.1.a.

8. Slide the empty ribbon sleeve (ribbon core; extent of supply)

onto the ribbon rewind spindle. (Please note: it has to be mounted centered; compare step 6).

9. Peel of the end of foil from the ribbon roll and fasten it to the

ribbon sleeve located on the ribbon rewind spindle (turn up the ribbon once so that the adhesive part at the beginning of the ribbon can be used. Adhesive tape can be used, if need be).

Make sure that the ribbon rewind direction is correct. (Compare figure 4.2.1.b.)

10. Wind the ribbon rewind spindle clockwise 2 to 3 rotations at

the minimum to get a good connection between the end of the ribbon and the ribbon sleeve.

11. Take the ribbon supply spindle (together with the ribbon and

the ribbon rewind spindle, compare fig. 4.2.1.b) and first assemble the ribbon supply spindle to the printer. This spindle has to be mounted to the printhead unit just below the printhead (by an axial movement against the spring force).

12. Use both hands to swivel down the printhead unit until it

clicks into place (some force is needed).

13. Take the ribbon rewind spindle route the ribbon around the

printhead without folds. Then assemble the ribbon rewind spindle on top of the printhead unit; compare the following figure:

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Fig. 4.2.1.c Target position for the ribbon rewind spindle

14. Wind the ribbon rewind spindle 3 to 5 rotations in the

shown direction (see the following figure) to tauten the ribbon.

Fig. 4.2.1.d Tautening the ribbon by windingthe ribbon rewind spindle

15. Check that the ribbon has no folds and is running straight.

If necessary, tauten the ribbon a little bit more by further winding of the ribbon rewind spindle. Finally the ribbon has to be firmly attached to the ribbon sleeve.

Ribbon rewind spindle

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4.2.2. Ribbon Removal

The following steps are necessary if a used-up ribbon has to be

replaced by a new one. If you want to switch from printing in the thermal transfer mode to printing in the thermal direct mode, the steps 6 and 7 have to be omitted.

1. Switch the printer to OFF LINE mode.

2. Open the the printer cover completely.

3. Push the two printhead release levers to open the print

head mechanism and swivel the mechanism upwards (compare fig. 4.2.1.a) .

4. Disassemble the ribbon supply spindle and the ribbon

rewind spindle from the inside of the printer (each by an axial movement against the spring force).

5. Rotate the ribbon supply spindle until the free end of the

ribbon is winded up.

The unused ribbon has to be placed on a suitable flat surface until it is used for the next thermal transfer operation (if necessary protect the ribbon against damages and against unintentional unwinding).

6. The core of a used-up ribbon can be removed by pulling it

from the ribbon supply spindle.

7. Remove the used-up ribbon from the rewind spindle and

dispose it according to the rules.

The ribbon has to be loaded as described in section

4.2.1. The media for thermal direct printing has to be loaded as described in section 4.3.1.

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4.3. Roll-Fed Media Handling

4.3.1. Roll-fed Media Loading

To load roll-fed media for tear off respectively for further external processing go on like this:

The tear off roll-fed media is easier to insert if the end is gored before inserting as shown in the figure below (when using a new roll you should first remove the protection foil if necessary and discard one full turn of the media).

Fig. 4.3.1.a Goring the tear off roll-fed media

1. Switch the printer to OFF LINE mode.

2. Open the printer cover completely.

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Fig. 4.3.1.b Opening the printer cover

3. Loosen the knurled screw of the front centering sleeve (please

loosen this screw until it is barely kept by the thread).

Fig. 4.3.1.c Loosening the front knurled screw

4. Remove the centering sleeve together with its knurled screw

from the printers shaft (pull it off and lay it aside for later reinstallation).

Fig. 4.3.1.d Removing the front centering sleeve

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5. Now remove the front spacer (big round metal disc) from the

printers shaft and lay it aside for later reinstallation.

Fig. 4.3.1.e Removingthe front spacer

6. Now roughly adjust the position of the back spacer in

accordance to the current media roll width. Fix the position of the back spacer by tightening the long knurled screw (see following figure).

Please note: The aim of all the working steps to adjust the two

spacers is to achieve a “centered” position for the media roll in the printer’s paper path (key word: “centred paper transport” of the printer).

Fig. 4.3.1.f Roughly adjusting the back spacer to the media roll width

7. The media roll must turn counterclockwise when unwinding.

Take the media roll and hold it in the corresponding way (see schematic diagram in section 4.1, too).

Front spacer

Back Spacer

Long knurled screw

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8. Take the media roll and slide it onto the cylindrical stud of

the back spacer.

Fig. 4.3.1.g Sliding the media roll onto the back spacer

9. Use one of your hands to hold the media roll “in position”

and use your second hand to take the front spacer now.

Fig. 4.3.1.h Holding the media roll and taking the front spacer

10. Assemble the front spacer to the printers shaft and move it

towards the media roll until it touches.

Media roll

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Fig. 4.3.1.i Assembling the front spacer to the printers shaft

11. Use one of your hands to lock the position of the front

spacer with and use your second hand to take the centering sleeve now (compare working step 4).

Fig. 4.3.1.j Locking the parts and taking the centering sleeve with the

other hand

12. Assemble the centering sleeve to the printers shaft, too

(move it towards the spacer until it touches).

13. Tighten the knurled screw of the centering sleeve while you

use your second hand to keep all parts in position (please spend enough force to keep the front spacer and the centering sleeve close to the media roll).

Use one hand to lock the position of the parts !

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Fig. 4.3.1.k Pushing the centering sleeve and tightening the knurled screw

14. Push the two printhead release levers to open the printhead

mechanism and swivel the mechanism upwards.

Fig. 4.3.1.l Pushing the two prindhead release levers

Fig. 4.3.1.m Printhead mechanism swivelled upwards

Printhead mechanism

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15. Please adjust the sensors of your printer to your current

consumables:

Details are described in section 8.3.2 Adjusting the Sync Sensors and in the following sections, where the

associated panel functions are described.

16. Use your fingers to slide the two media guides to its

outermost position (maximum throughput width).

Fig. 4.3.1.n Sliding the two media guides laterally

17. Use your fingers to route the free end of the media roll

through between the two media guides towards the printhead.

Fig. 4.3.1.o Routing the free media end towards the printhead

Media guides

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18. Route the media end into the printhead area and then pull

the media end out ot the printer a little bit (compare the following figure).

Fig. 4.3.1.p Free end of the media roll pulled out of the printer

19. Please place yourself behind the printer and then use both

hands to move the two media guides carefully towards the media (compare following figure).

Please note: The right positon of the guides is reached as

soon as both guides (slightly) touch the media.

Fig. 4.3.1.q Moving the media guides carefully against the media

20. Take a look along the complete paper path now to check

wether the media roll is in one line with the paper guides (or rather with the part of media guided in this area of the printer).

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Please note: For a trouble-free operation of the printer a straight

media transport is necessary. Please take time to carry out a thorough inspection and please carry out any necessary correction.

21. If the media roll is not yet in one line with the paper

guides, please carry out the following four working steps. Otherwise you can skip the following four steps:

22. Use one hand to loosen the long knurled screw of the back

centering sleeve and use your other hand to loosen the knurled screw of the front centering sleeve.

Please note: Both screws have to be loosened only a little bit (!)

and here lateral movements of all parts (media roll with both spacers and the centering sleeves) have to be avoided.

Fig. 4.3.1.r Carefully loosening two knurled screws a little bit

23. Now carefully perform a controlled lateral movement of all

parts together to get the media roll in one line with the paper guides.

Long knurled screw (here concealed by the fingers)

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Fig. 4.3.1.s Lateral movement of “all” parts together

(i.e..: Media roll together with the spacers and the centering sleeve)

24. Please stop the lateral movement as soon as the media roll

is in one line with the paper guides.

25. Now use one of your hands to tighten the long knurled

screw of the back centering sleeve and use your second hand to tighten the knurled screw of the front centering sleeve. (Please take care that there is no lateral movement of “all” those parts described in fig. 4.3.1.s.)

Fig. 4.3.1.t Carefully tightening the two knurled screws

26. Repeat the working steps 19 and 20 (see above).

Long knurled screw (here concealed by the fingers)

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27. Swivel down the printhead unit until it clicks into place.

28. Close the cover of the printer.

The printer now is ready to print using the thermal direct process.

Please note: For thermal direct printing a special kind of paper is

needed (the ink has to be “inside” the paper).

If your current media is “only” suitable for thermal transfer printing,

the printer has to be equipped with a ribbon first before you can start to print.

All steps for ribbon loading are described in section 4.2.1.

29. Before starting the printer first please read

chapter 5 Operation.

30. Use the printer’s WebPanel/Menu to select the appropriate

print process.

Details are described in section 8.3.3 Print Process Selecting.

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4.3.2. Media Removal

1. Switch the printer to OFF LINE mode.

2. Open the cover of the printer.

3. Push the two printhead release levers (both together) to open

the printhead mechanism and swivel the mechanism upwards. (Compare figure 4.3.1.l.)

4. Rotate the media roll clockwise until the free end of the

media is winded up.

5. Loosen the knurled screw of the front centering sleeve (please

loosen this screw until it is barely kept by the thread; compare fig. 4.3.1.c).

6. Remove the centering sleeve together with its knurled screw

from the printers shaft (pull it off and lay it aside for later reinstallation; compare fig. 4.3.1.d).

7. Now remove the front spacer (big round metal disc) from

the printers shaft and lay it aside, too.

8. Remove the roll with the tear off roll-fed media (if necessary

protect the media against unintentional unwinding first).

9. Reinstall the parts mentioned above (Spacer and centering

sleeve together with its knurled screw) to the printer.

10. Close the cover of the printer.

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Interfaces

Option: Switch + socket (12V, 24V, 48V)

Power switch + Power socket (100 - 240 V AC)

Paper input opening

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5. Operation

5.1. Attaching the Printer to a Network/PC

Fig. 5.1.a Rear view of the printer

1. Make sure the printer, the computer, and any other attached devices are

turned off and unplugged.

2. Use a proper interface line to connect the printer to your computer or to the

network. The printer logiJET TM4 is provided with several interfaces. See figure above and chapter 12 Specifications.

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Please notice the instructions given in chapter 4 Handling of Consumables.

Demount the Side cover (2 Screws)

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5.2. Printer Power Supply

1. Make sure that the printer is turned off. The power switches are located at

the back of the printer (next to the paper input opening of the printer, see figure 5.1a).

2. Connecting the Printer to the Power Supply

Either Connecting the Mains Voltage

2a. Plug one end of the printer power cord into the socket at the back of

the printer and the other end into a properly grounded outlet.

2b. Turn on the printer. The power switch is located at the back side of the

printer (at the lower right corner of the printer, see fig. 5.1a).

or Connecting to the electric system of the Forklift Truck (Option)

2a. Demount the side cover (located next to the cover of the printer).

Fig. 5.2.a Rear view of the printer: Position of the side cover

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2b. Set the DIPswitch located on the printer DC/DC converter PCB to

the nominal voltage supplied by the forklift truck. *)

2c. Use a suitable fuse for the printer power supply. Please refer to the

details of the table above. *)

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Fig. 5.2.b DIPswitch on the DC/DC converter PCB

2d. Remount the side cover to the printer.

2e. Use the white socket at the back of the printer (see fig. 5.1.a), to

connect the printer to the electric system of the forklift truck.

2f. Turn on the printer. The power switch is located at the back of the

printer (next to the paper input opening of the printer, see fig. 5.1a).

*) to protect the battery of the forklift truck

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The print system requires time to initialize and to warm up after you turn it on.

2 LEDs

2 Function keys

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As soon as the printer’s warm up phase is finished the printer goes into the ON LINE mode.

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The printer is on and ON LINE. (The printer is ready to receive data from the host).

The printer is on and OFF LINE. (The printer is not ready to receive data from the host).

An error occurred in the printer. The printer is OFF LINE.

The printer is off.

The LED blinks: the printer is waiting for data (The page is not finished, data is missing.)

The printer is processing data (the printer prints).

The printer is idle.

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5.3.1. Function of the Control Panel Elements

READY LED (Green /Yellow/Red)

STATUS LED (Green)

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Printer OFF LINE:

This symbol shows the ONLINE key. This key is used to turn the printer OFF LINE and ON LINE. (Press the key briefly).

In addition to that this key can be used to clear an error message in the display after the fault was fixed.

In the OFF LINE mode this key (press the key briefly) is used to start the feed/cut function (cutter = option).

If this key is pressed longer ( >1 second), the printing of a status sheet is initiated.

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Turn the printer off

+

Turn the printer on

Panel display

Long Beep

Notes

Before starting the printer press the

key and

simultaneously.

Turn the printer on and keep the keys pressed until both LEDs of the printer light up red.

Release the keys.

Now (in Offline Mode) press and hold the lower key ( >1 second).

The configuration of the printer is back-outed to factory defaults.

READY

STATUS

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The following key combination is used to back-out all configurations to factory defaults.

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6. Access to the integrated Web Page of the logiJET TM4

6.1. Abstract

The internal web page of the MICROPLEX Controller enables you for example to control or configure the printer logiJET TM4 using a computer that is connected via Ethernet (MICROPLEX WebPanel and IP-Panel).

6.2. Connecting the Printer to the Network

1. Connect the logiJET TM4 to your network* (via the Ethernet port, compare

section 5.1 Attaching the Devices to a Network/PC).

The following network parameters** are for instance factory default settings of the logiJET TM4:

IP Address 192.168.128.128 Subnet mask 255.255.255.0 Gateway 0.0.0.0

2. The status sheet gives an overview of the current printer configuration and

shows the currently set IP. If this panel key of the logiJET TM4 is pressed and hold for

a while ( >1 second), the printing of a status sheet is released.

3. Start your Web Browser and type the IP address of the printer in the address

bar of the Web browser:

http://192.168.128.128/

The Web Browser shows the Information page of the MICROPLEX WebPanel:

On the Overview page the printer status is displayed , as well as information on the controller and firmware version of your device:

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



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Fig. 6.2.a Overview page of the MICROPLEX WebPanel

In section 8 and subsequent the usage of the IP-Admin Panel  is described. It is a „virtual control panel“ for the printer. If you are already familiar with the panel functions of MICROPLEX printers the IP Panel enables you to do the well-known operating steps.

* More details are described in the document Networking Features of MICROPLEX

Printers. You’ll find this document on the MICROPLEX Documentation CD. The

CD belongs to the extent of supply of your printer.

** The network settings can be changed.

(See section 8.3.26 Configuration of Network Parameters).

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The print system settings can only be changed if the printer is turned OFF LINE.

On the Overview page the printer status is displayed, as well as information on the controller and firmware version of your device.

Fig. 7.1.a logiJET TM4: Overview page of the MICROPLEX WebPanel

Access to other menu pages

Information about your printer









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7. Operating the Printer via the integrated Website (WebPanel)

7.1. Overview Page

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 The printer status messages are displayed here (Offline/Online. Error

messages are displayed in this area, too).

 Here you can release the printing of the printer status sheet, view it and

save it to a file.

 To change a parameter, „click“ on this specific parameter:

The following descriptions of panel functions are written assuming the printer is

turned OFFLINE.

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Select for example the input field „Inventar Information“ and then enter a new

inventory number for this printer.

Complete the input of the function value with the Save key.

The print system confirms the acceptance of the new setting value. (An improper setting value leads to an error message.)

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On the Configuration page a number of print system configuration parameters can be changed.

Fig. 7.2.a logiJET TM4: Configuration Generic page of the MICROPLEX WebPanel

Abstract:

Please „click“ on the parameter you wish to change:

 Click on the „online“ status message to turn the printer offline.

(Clicking on the „offline“ message turns the printer online again).

 Click on „Configuration“ and select the menu item „Generic“, to get to the

Configuration page, that is shown above.

(or click on the button „Configuration Generic“ on the Overview page of the MICROPLEX

WebPanel, compare Fig. 7.1.a)

 Click the input field for the Language to change the language of the display

messages, the status sheet...

 Complete the input of the function value with the Save key.









Calls up the Configuration page

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On the Page Setup page you can for example set the paper size and the margins for the printouts.

Fig. 7.3.a logiJET TM4: Page Setup page of the MICROPLEX WebPanel

Please use the scroll bar at the right side of the screen to make the lower part of the menu page visible.

 Click on „Configuration“ and select the menu item „Page Setup“, to get to the

Page Setup page, that is shown above.

(or click on the button „Configuration Page Setup“ on the Overview page of the MICROPLEX WebPanel, compare Fig. 7.1.a)

 Click on the adjustable values, use the input fields.  Click the Save button to finalize your settings.

Calls up the Page Setup page



Scroll bar

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On the Network page you can configure the parameters for a network connection of the printer.

Fig. 7.4.a logiJET TM4: Network page of the MICROPLEX WebPanel

Abstract:

Please „click“ on the parameter you wish to change:

 Click for example on ConfigType and select Manual.

Calls up the Network page

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



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 Click on the input field for the IPAddress and then enter a new IPAddress.

Hint: The best way is to write the new IPAddress for example on a label and put

it onto the device.

 Click on the input field for the Subnet Mask and enter the subnet mask.

 Click the Save button to finalize your settings.

More details on the network parameters can be found in chapter 5 up to 8.

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The Device Status page is not only accessible via the menu, but also appears if you click on the error message (in the event of a fault).

(or you are on the Overview page of the MICROPLEX WebPanel, then you can click on the button „Device Status“, compare Fig. 7.1.a)

Fig. 7.5.a logiJET TM4: Device Status page of the MICROPLEX WebPanel

Abstract:

 The printer status messages are displayed here (Offline/Online).

Error messages (short form) are displayed in this area, too.

 The (Error)Messages of the printer are listed here.  Here you can show the printer status sheet, save it to a file, and release its

printing.







Calls up the Device Status page

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Fig. 7.6.a logiJET TM4: EEPROM page of the MICROPLEX WebPanel

Calls up the EEPROM page

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7.6. EEPROM Page

Attention:

You have to be very careful when changing parameters via the EEPROM page. If you use wrong parameters, the printer could hang up!

Before you change EEPROM parameters of the print system it is recommended to generate a Status Sheet! This facilitates a reset of the printer (resetting the parameters to the former settings).

The parameters must be written in hexadecimal numbers (0000 to FFFF). These EEPROM values are printed out in the first to third line of the Status Sheet.

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The fourth line (Word 49 to Word 64) cannot be changed by the user.

Hint:

For more details refer to our offer of MICROPLEX Training Courses and the corresponding documentation: “The EEPROM-Sequence”.

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Fig. 7.7.a logiJET TM4: User Control page of the MICROPLEX WebPanel

Choose the User/Group and enter the passwords.

Click the Save button to finalize your settings.

Calls up the Network page

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7.7. User Control Page

On the User Control page you can register all users with user name and password.

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



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8. Operating the Printer via the IP-Admin Panel User Interface

If you are already familiar with the panel functions of MICROPLEX printers the IP Panel enables you to do the well-known operating steps.

1. Type the IP address of the printer in the address bar of your Web browser:

(compare the previous section, example: http://192.168.128.128/).

The browser shows the Overview page of the MICROPLEX WebPanel:

Fig. 8.a logiJET TM4: Overview page of the MICROPLEX WebPanel

2. By „touching“ the IP-AdminPanel button you can switch to the IP-Admin

Panel user interface directly („panel“ as you know it from other

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MICROPLEX printers, see the following sections).

3. „Click“ on the „Online“ status message to switch the printer to Offline.

(„single click“ on the status message, compare  in the figure above).

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8.1. IP-Admin Panel

The virtual control panel (internal web page of the printer) of the logiJET TM4 pops up:

Fig. 8.1.a The MICROPLEX IP-Admin Panel is the virtual control panel of the logiJET TM4

 This virtual control panel enables you to get access to the printer’s menu

structure.

Details about the panel functions can be found in the following sections.

 A „click“ on the Back button brings you back to the Overview page of the

MICROPLEX WebPanel.

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8.1.1. Details of the IP-Admin Panel Elements

Buttons („Panel keys“)

The key turns the printer ON / OFF LINE.

These keys are used for working within the different levels of the menu structure. This structure and the panel functions are described in the following.

Using this key a Restart is released in the OFF LINE mode.

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8.1.2. Configuration via the Control Panel

You can use the control panel to change the printer configuration and customize your printer to meet your specific needs.

In addition printer configuration via Ethernet is possible. The MICROPLEX printer controller offers an integrated website, for more information see Networking Features of MICROPLEX Printers.

In chapter 6 to 8 you’ll find descriptions how to reach the particular printer functions.

T e m p o r a r y changes in printer configuration are effective only as long as the printer stays turned on. To select such changes temporarily,

the user must terminate the change of function by pressing the key one single time.

P e r m a n e n t changes in printer configuration are active each time the printer is turned on again. To select such changes permanently, the

user must terminate the change of function by pressing the key two times.

An output of the current printer values can be generated using the panel function Printing the Status Sheet  (see section 8.3.9).

Please note:

 User default settings remain in effect until you save new settings

or restore the factory defaults.

 Settings you choose from your software application or printer

driver can also change or override the user default settings you select from the touch panel.

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Switching the Printer OFF LINE

[logiJET TM4 ]

[Menu Level 1 ]

After the printer was turned on (and as soon as the warm up phase is finished) the printer goes into the ON LINE – Mode

Printer messages are displayed on the control panel display.

This symbol shows the MENU key. This key is used to turn the printer OFF LINE If the printer is turned OFF LINE with this key you get automatically into the first menu level.

Now this message is displayed on the display.

In the interest of simplicity, in the following chapters only the most important display messages are shown in the Panel display column.

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8.2. Menu Structure

Access to the menu structure is possible as soon as the printer is turned OFF LINE.

The menu structure of the logiJET TM4 is arranged in different levels:

ON LINE mode



OFF LINE

Menu Level 1

Status Sheet

Show Info

Normal Print/FF

Cancel Job

Menu Page

Sliding Pattern

Hexdump

Paper Menu

Page Length

in inch

Two-Up Mode

Configuration

Interface

SIA Timeout

Emulation

Language

Input Buffer

Transparent Code

Config. Word

User Config.

Select

Define

Factory Default

Page Menu

Font Number

Orientation

Margin

Left

from Right

Top

from Bottom

Engine

Print Direct.

in mm

Line Spacing

Symbol Code

Time Setting

Date Setting

Char. Spacing

Paper Width

Network

Font List

Extended Menu

in 1/300 inch

Key Lock

RFM

Line Termination

File Management

Directory

AcousticSignals

Key Tone

Process

Printspeed

Density

Image X-Pos.

TearOff Menu

Service Menu

Dot Test

Image Y-Pos.

Pattern Test

Sensor Test

in inch

in mm

Error Tone

Timeout

Y-Direction

X-Direction

in 1/300 inch

Sync.-Menu

Sync.Sens.Level

Sync.Sens.Offset

Optinal Devices

Head Resistance

. . .

Sync.Sens.Logic

Change by IF

NumberOfCopies

PCL Y-Offset

Auto.Sens.Adj.

Paper Size

Print-Files

Measure length

Auto.Measurement

MediaEnd Detect.

DHCP

Manual

IP Address

Subnet Mask

Gateway

IP Assign

10MB HalfDuplex

10MB FullDuplex

Autonegotiation

Duplex/Speed

100MB HalfDuplex

100MB FullDuplex

SNMP

Ethernet

Last Error

. . .

Slip Correction

. . .

Persistent DHCP

Periph. Device

IP Address

Serial Number

Firmware Release

Printer Emulation

Paper Type

Label (with Gap)

Black Mark

Continuous

This panel function allows the user to choose a reduced menu instead of the extended menu shown above.

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Selecting positions in the menu structure:

["Menu Level"]

["Function"]

This symbol shows the ONLINE key. You get automatically into menu level 1, if the printer is turned OFF LINE with this key.

By pressing the key or the key you can move within the menu levels.

Each menu item/subitem within a menu level is shown in the display.

The key has two main functions. It gives the user access to a particular menu and, once in the menu, it allows the user to select a particular function.

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Functions / Changing of function values:

In case of a multi-digit function value the keys and select the digit of the function value.

The buttons und change the value of the selected digit of the function value.

By pressing the key the selected function is activated respectively the function values currently displayed are confirmed.

In case of a multi-digit function value the key is used to switch to the next position of the function value (DIGIT).

Pressing the key switches to the previous digit of the function value.

Please note: If you press the key although the absolute left

digit of the function value is still arrived, the changing procedure will be cancelled and this moves you to the next menu level above.

If you press the key although the absolute right

digit (digit 1) of the function value is still arrived, the currently displayed function value is stored.

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[Save as Setup?]

Pressing the key the displayed function value is confirmed respectively the displayed function is activated. The changes are saved temporary. (This means, the changes are saved only until the next printer power off).

After this you have to decide, if you want to save the changes permanent (Save as setup).

To select such changes permanently, the user must press the

key one more time. These permanent changes in printer

configuration are active each time the printer is turned on again.

If the key is pressed instead, the changes are only stored temporary (not saved as setup). (This key takes the user to the respective previous menu level).

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Return to the menu level above:

Pressing the key takes the user back to the respective menu level above.

Return to the ON LINE mode:

Pressing the key switches the user directly to ON LINE from any menu position.

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8.2.1. Syntax of Diagrams

["Message"]

The control panel functions will be described using diagrams. These diagrams show the course necessary in order to activate a certain function.

First the elements of the diagrams are explained:

The sequence on the left describes which keys have to be pressed briefly in succession.

In this example the key has to be pressed first. Then the

key has to be released and the key has to be

pressed. Then the key has to be released and the

key has to be pressed.

The Panel display column shows the display messages corresponding to the sequences listed on the left.

In the column Notes explanations to particular operational steps are given.

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For the panel functions described in the following, the printer is presumed to be switched on and in the ON LINE mode.

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For labels with transparent or register gaps please select the menu sub-point “Label (with Gap)” (The printer uses the Gap Sensor = Transparent Photoelectric Switch.) For materials with markings / Black Marks please select the menu sub-point “Reflex”. (The Reflex Sensor is used.) For continuous media please select the menu sub-point “Continuous”.

Panel display

Notes

[Online ]

Turn the printer OFF LINE with this key.

[Menu Level 1 ]

. . .

Press the or key until [Paper Menu ] is

displayed.

[Paper Menu ]

Press this key. This selects the Paper menu.

[Paper Size ]

. . .

Press the or key until [Paper Type ] is

displayed.

[Paper Type ]

Press this key. This selects the Paper Type menu.

[Label (with Gap)]

The currently set value is displayed.

. . .

Press the or key until the statement shown by the display corresponds to the inserted media (Black Mark e.g.).

[Black Mark ]

The printer is adjusted to material with Black marks.

[Save as Setup? ]

[Online ]

In addition this new value can be saved as setup value (using the key), before the printer is turned ON

LINE again. After this decision turn the printer ON LINE

again: Press the key longer than 2 seconds.

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The device is provided with sensors to enable controlling of consumable movements (Synchronization).

The Black mark sensor (Reflex sensor) is located “below” the printhead

mounting, the Gap sensor (Transparent sensor) is additionally located in the printhead holder, too (fixed position, centric).

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8.3.2. Adjusting the Sync Sensors

Please note: Always adjust the printer sensors to your consumables (sensor

position as well as the levels and currents).

8.3.2.1. Checking and Adjusting the Sensors

Adjust the sensors to your consumables:

Please note: The sensors are located under the print unit.

Always adjust all sensors to your current consumables (levels and currents as well as sensor position).

1. Open the printer cover completely.

2. Push the both printhead release levers to open the printhead

mechanism.

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Media

Sensors required

Position mark of the lower sensor

Media with Black marks

Reflex sensor (Black mark) (+ transparent sensor for paper end detection)

Directly under the black mark

Die-cut label (When using labels with recesses/ Notched tag the die-cuts have to be centric under the upper sensor)

Upper and lower sensor as transparent sensor (Gap)

Directly under upper sensor

Printhead release levers

Printhead

Upper Sensor (fix) Lower Sensor (movable)

Transparent Sensor Reflex Sensor (GAP) (Blackmark)

Cover (opened)

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Fig. 8.3.2.1.a Printhead mechanism opened

3. Insert the consumable and set the paper guides to the paper width

(details can be found in section 4).

4. Determine the position of the gaps/marks of your material.

5. The following table gives you an overview of media and sensor

target positions:

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Lower Sensor

Printhead

Upper Sensor (fix)

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Adjustment for Media with GAPs (Transparent Sensor):

Set the lower Sensor (the movable sensor unit) to the center position, compare the yellow arrows in the following figure. The target position is „exactly under“ the upper Sensors (the upper sensor is located in the printhead unit).

Adjustment for Media with Black Marks (Reflex Sensor):

Set the lower Sensor (Reflex sensor) to the lateral position of the marks (Black Marks) of your material. (Compare the yellow arrows

in the following figure.)

Fig. 8.3.2.1.b Sliding the sensor to the accurate position

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This function serves to adjust the printer’s Sync Sensors to the material in use.

If this automatic function does not work with your specific print material, please perform the steps described in section 8.3.2.3 Manual Adjusting of Sensor Current and Switching Threshold.

yes

no

Adjust the printer to the new material to be printed

(Menu function Paper Menu\Paper type)

Material Adjust

Please adjust the Sync Sensor(s) of the printer to your print Material as follows:

Basic Adjust (by Factory or Service)

Shift the upper/lower sensor tot he accurate position (use the T/R marks)

Place your label (with liner) in the sensor

Please follow the instructions: Message [Load Liner] Message [Load Black Mark] Message [Remove Paper ] Close the printhead, during the automatic measurement [Please Wait ] is displayed

Open the printhead

Message [Load Paper ] is displayed

Open the printhead

Message [Load Label ] is displayed

Black Mark

(Reflex sensor is used)

Label (with Gap)

(Gap sensor is used)

Close the printhead

Confirm with key

Saving the measurement as setup value is offered

Done

Message [Adjust Error] is displayed, e.g.

Try the measurement again (steps as described above)

Not successful ??

Adjust the sensor manually:

Proceed to the next settings: see section Adjustment of the Slip Correction) et seq.

Place your paper in the sensor

Open the printhead

Message [Load Paper ] is displayed

Select the menu function Engine\Sync.Menu\Auto.Sens.Adj.

Place your label (not the Black Mark) in the sensor

See section Manual Adjusting of Sensor Current and Switching Threshold

Continuous

Autom. Measurement successful?

key enables direct branch to page length adjustment

Switching Threshold and sensor current are displayed

Confirm with key

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8.3.2.2.1. Overview

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Adjusting the printer to the actual used media (Paper Type is described in section 8.3.1. The following example describes the steps of the automatic sensor adjust of the Gap Sensor (transparent sensor).

Panel display

Notes

[Online ]

Turn the printer OFF LINE with this key.

[Menu Level 1 ]

. . .

Press the or key until [Engine ]

is displayed.

[Engine ]

Press this key. This selects the Engine menu.

[Printspeed ]

. . .

Press the or key until

[Sync.Menu ] is displayed.

[Sync.Menu ]

Press this key. This selects the Sync menu.

[Auto.Sens.Adj. ]

Press this key to start the automatic sensor adjusting.

[Load Label ]

Open the printhead and place label (with liner) in the sensor area. Close the printhead.

Press the key: the printer automatically measures the contrast value.

[Save as Setup? ]

[Online ]

In addition this new value can be saved as setup value (using the key), before the

printer is turned ON LINE again. After this decision turn the printer ON LINE again: Press

the key longer than 2 seconds.

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Manual adjusting of the Sync sensor current and switching threshold allows the processing of materials with high contrast proof points within the label, which would otherwise be falsely measured by the system. *)

The panel functions Sensor Test and Sync Sens Level serve to adjust the Sync sensors (Reflex sensor and Gap sensor) to special media (material to print on).

The following sections describe the steps to adjust the Black mark sensor (reflex sensor) and the Gap sensors (transparent sensor) in form of flow charts as well as in form of step by step listings.

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*) Special solution: If the adjusting of the Gap Sync sensor fails because the contrast

value of the label material itself is very low, you can use the panel function Sync.Sens.Logic to invert the logic. (Black marks can be used as “inverse gaps” in this way.)

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Set the Reflex sensor current (CV value) as follows:

In the printer Menu go to Paper Menu\Paper Type and select Black Mark (PREV or NEXT key, then Enter)

Go to Engine\Sensor Test and select Reflex

Leftmost: VV= currently measured sensor value (Level) At the right: CV= reference value for sensor current

Load your paper into the sensor area

Set CV (reference value sensor current) in the first instance to approx. 60 % (using or key)

Increasing the CV current value ( key) reduces the

sensor measured value (VV level) ( key increases)

Sensor measured value (VV level) of black

mark as possible more than 45 % ?

Place the black mark of your material in the sensor area

Set the switching threshold of the Reflex sensor:

Set the switching threshold to the middle between the paper level and the black mark level:

Save the new switching threshold (level) using the key

Yes

No

The level (contrast) measured by the sensor is displayed. Press once again

Measure both sensor levels once again, thereby notice the values for Paper and Black mark.

(You need the two level values of your material for the following switching threshold adjustment)

Save the new CV value ( ; CV = reference value sensor current)

At the right the switching threshold value is displayed.

Graphical explanation for switching threshold setting:

Level in %

Black mark

Mean value is to be used as Switching threshold

Paper

0

Sensor measured value (VV level) of paper less than 10 % ?

Start the printer in the Service Mode

Reducing the CV current value ( key) increases the

sensor measured value (VV level) ( key decreases)

Go to Engine\Sync.Menu\Sync.Sens.Level

Shift the Reflex sensor to the position of the black marks

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Working Steps as Flow Chart:

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B) Select the Paper Type

Reflex Mark

Please go to [Paper Type ] in the printer menu structure:

Paper Menu\Paper Type\ select Black Mark

C) Shift the Reflex sensor to the position of your black marks

See section 8.3.2 Checking and Adjusting the Sensors

D) Sensor Current (CV value) adjusting

Please go to Sensor Test and select the subpoint Reflex:

Engine\Sensor Test\ select Reflex

The currently measured sensor level (contrast) is displayed. Press the key again, after this 2 values are displayed:

Left VV = curr. measured sensor value (level) Right CV = reference value for sensor current.

CV is modifiable (and has an effect on the VV value).

Reflex

Use the and keys to set the CV value. Approx. CV value: Load paper into the sensor.

The sensor measured value (VV level) of the paper (not black mark) should count less than 10%.

If the VV level is too high, increase CV (sensor current).

Put a black mark into the sensor area. The sensor measured value (VV level) of the black mark should count as possible more than 45 %.

If the sensor measured value (VV level) of black mark is too low, the CV value should be decreased.

Higher black mark VV values than 45 % are more advantageous so long as there is no rising above 10 % of the paper VV level.

Measure both sensor levels once again for Paper and Black mark.

(You need the two level values of your material for the following switching threshold adjustment)

Save the new current value (CV) using the key.

60 %

E) Sensor Switching Threshold adjusting

Please go to [Sync.Sens.Level ] in the printers menu structure:

Engine\Sync.Menu\Sync.Sens.Level

At the right the switching threshold value is displayed.

Use the and keys to set the switching threshold of the sensor to the middle between the paper level and the black mark level:

Graphical explanation for switching threshold setting:

Level in %

Black mark

Mean value is to be used as Switching threshold

Paper

0

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Description of the Working Steps for the Reflex Sensor (Black Mark Sensor):

A) Start the printer in the Service Mode, compare section 8.3.2.3 (necessary for steps in section D).

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Set the Gap sensor current (CV value) as follows:

Go to Engine\Sensor Test and select Gap

Leftmost: VV= currently measured sensor value (Level) At the right: CV= reference value for sensor current

Place the liner of your label material in the sensor area

Set CV (reference value sensor current) for the first time to approx. 25 % (using or key)

Increasing the CV current value ( key) reduces the

sensor measured value (VV level) ( key increases)

Set the switching threshold of the Gap sensor:

Save the new switching threshold (level) using the key

Yes

No

The level (contrast) measured by the sensor is displayed. Press once again

Measure both sensor levels once again, thereby notice the values for liner and label.

(You need the two level values of your material for the following switching threshold adjustment)

Save the new CV value ( key; CV = reference value for sensor current)

At the right the switching threshold value is displayed.

Graphical explanation for switching threshold setting:

Level in %

Label (with liner)

Mean value is to be used as Switching threshold

Liner

0

Start the printer in the Service Mode

Reducing the CV current value ( key) increases the

sensor measured value (VV level) ( key decreases)

Go to Engine\Sync.Menu\Sync.Sens.Level

Increase CV by another 3 %

Sensor measured value (VV level) of

liner less than 10 %  ?

Sensor measured value (VV level) of label

as possible more than 40 %  ?

Place the label (with liner) in the sensor area

In the printer Menu go to Paper Menu\Paper Type and select Label (with Gaps) (PREV or NEXT key, then Enter)

Set the switching threshold to the middle between the liner level and the label level:

 The values mentioned are intended primarily as a guide. Some Ribbons may however lead to higher values.

Highly opaque ribbons are not suitable for the Transparent Sensor.

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8.3.2.3.2. Gap Sensor (Transparent Sensor)

Working Steps as Flow Chart:

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Description of the Working Steps for the Gap Sensor (Transparent Sensor):

A) Start the printer in the Service Mode, compare section 8.2 (necessary for steps in section D).

B) Select the Paper Type

Label, Punched

Please go to [Sync.Sens.Type ] in the printers menu structure:

Paper Menu\Paper Type and select Label (with Gaps)

(Use PREV or NEXT, then ENTER)

C) Shift the lower sensor to the accurate position(facing the upper sensor)

See section 8.3.2 Checking and Adjusting the Sensors

D) Sensor Current (CV value) adjusting

Please go to Sensor Test and select the subpoint Gap:

Engine\Sensor Test\ select Gap

The currently measured sensor level (contrast) is displayed. Press the key again, after this 2 values are displayed:

Left VV = curr. measured sensor value (level) Right CV = reference value for sensor current.

CV is modifiable (and has an effect on the VV value).

Gap

Use the and keys to set the CV value. Approx. CV value: Put the liner (not the label) of your material into the sensor.

Increase CV (current) until the sensor measured value (VV level) of the liner is under 10 %  .

After that increase CV (sensor current) by another 3 %. Load label (with liner) into the sensor. The measured sensor level (VV level) of label should count as possible more than 40 % .

If the sensor measured value (VV level) of label is too low, the CV value should be decreased.

Higher label VV values than 40 % are more advantageous so long as there is no rising above 10 %  of the liner VV level.

Measure both sensor levels once again for Liner and Label.

(You need the two level values of your material for the following switching threshold adjustment)

Save the new current value (CV) using the key.

25 %

+ 3 %

E) Sensor Switching Threshold adjusting

Please go to [Sync.Sens.Level ] in the printers menu structure:

Engine\Sync.Menu\Sync.Sens.Level

At the right the switching threshold value is displayed.

Use the and keys to set the switching threshold of the sensor to the middle between the liner level and the label level:

Save the new switching threshold ( key).

Graphical explanation for switching threshold setting:

Level in %

Label (with liner)

Mean value is to be used as Switching threshold

Liner

0

 The values mentioned are intended primarily as a guide. Some Ribbons may however lead to higher values.

Highly opaque ribbons are not suitable for the Transparent Sensor.

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After selecting the panel function Sync.Sens.Level the contrast of the inserted material (placed in the photoelectric sensor area) is shown on the printer display. The left level value is the currently measured sensor value (You’ll find more details in the previous sections.)

For all different contrast zones of the current material sensor values (level values in %) have to be measured now. Place the material in the photoelectric sensor area and read the level values.

Example: Self-adhesive material with black bars across the label

Zone of the inserted material: Sensor measured value (level): Label + liner + black bar 75 % Label + liner 44 % Liner (other names: carrier or backing) 12 %

Calculation of the Switching Threshold

The middle between the label level (incl. liner) and liner level has to be calculated: (44% - 12%)/2 + 12% = 28%

In this example the switching threshold is to be set to the value 28 %. (The steps to set the Sync sensor level at the printer panel can be found on the following page.)

Graphical explanation for switching threshold setting:

Level in %

44 Label (with liner)

Mean value is to be used as Switching threshold

12 Liner

0

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Panel display

Notes

[Online ]

Turn the printer OFF LINE with this key.

[Menu Level 1 ]

. . .

Press the or key until

[Engine ] is displayed.

[Engine ]

Press this key. This selects the Engine menu.

[Printspeed ]

. . .

Press the or key until

[Sync.Menu ] is displayed.

[Sync.Menu ]

Press this key. This selects the Sync menu.

[Sync.Sens.Type ]

Press the or key until

[Sync.Sens.Level ] is displayed.

[Sync.Sens.Level ]

Press this key to adjust the Sync Sensor level.

[Level: 44% 40.0%]

At the right the currently set level switching threshold is displayed. (At the left the sensor measured contrast value is displayed.)

. . .

Press the or key until the desired switching threshold is displayed.

Switching Threshold

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Steps to set the Switching Threshold (Sync.Sens.Level) at the printer panel:

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[Level:44% 28.0%]

In this example the switching threshold is adjusted to 28%.

[Save as Setup? ]

[Online ]

In addition this new value can be saved as setup value (using the key),

before the printer is turned ON LINE again. After this decision turn the printer

ON LINE again: Press the key

longer than 2 seconds.

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This function allows to select the print process. While thermal direct printing the device operates without ribbon, direct thermal media is required. While thermal transfer printing a ribbon is needed to transfer the print contents onto the media (see chapter 4 Handling of Consumables, too).

For thermal direct printing it is not allowed to insert a ribbon to avoid damaging the printhead. Make sure your settings match to the printer implementation (ribbon inserted/not inserted).

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8.3.3. Print Process Selecting

Description of this control panel function continues on the next page.

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Panel display

Notes

[Online ]

Turn the printer OFF LINE with this key.

[Menu Level 1 ]

. . .

Press the or key until

[Engine ] is displayed.

[Engine ]

Press this key. This selects the Engine menu.

[Printspeed ]

. . .

Press the or key until

[Process ] is displayed.

[Process ]

Press this key to select the process.

[Thermo direct ]

. . .

Press the or key until the display message is corresponding with the printer implementation (ribbon inserted = Thermo transfer e.g.).

[Thermo transfer ]

The thermal transfer print process is selected.

[Save as Setup? ]

[Online ]

In addition this new value can be saved as setup value (using the key), before

the printer is turned ON LINE again. After this decision turn the printer ON LINE again:

Press the key longer than 2 seconds.

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Using this function an offset from the detected paper feed zeroposition can be set. (See figure next page) By this the position of

printout and tear off/cut is adjusted relatively to the material. (TOF, offset from the printer-detected punch position, that

means relatively to the gap/perforation and start of the label. The

setting range for the offset is approximately ± 20 mm.

Note: You should execute this offset adjusting after having adjusted the Sync

sensors successfully (see previous sections).

Panel display

Notes

[Online ]

Turn the printer OFF LINE with this key.

[Menu Level 1 ]

. . .

Press the or key until

[Engine ] is displayed.

[Engine ]

Press this key. This selects the Engine menu.

[Printspeed ]

. . .

Press the or key until

[Sync.Menu ] is displayed.

[Sync.Menu ]

Press this key. This selects the Sync menu.

[Sync.Sens.Type ]

. . .

Press the or key until [Sync.Sens.Offset] is displayed.

[Sync.Sens.Offset]

[Offset: +0.0 mm ]

The currently set offset value is displayed.

. . .

Press the or key until the desired offset is displayed.

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[Offset: +1.0 mm ]

The gap position is shifted 1 mm against the feed direction .

[Save as Setup? ]

[Online ]

In addition this new value can be saved as setup value (using the key),

before the printer is turned ON LINE again. After this decision turn the printer

ON LINE again: Press the key

longer than 2 seconds.

feed direction

print material

Gap position

detected by

the printer,

zero-position

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Fig. 8.3.4.a Setting the zero position of the material feed

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After inserting new material (e.g. paper) this function is used to adjust the printer to the new page length.

Hint: Alternatively, the printer itself is able to measure the label length. See

next sections.

Panel display

Notes

[Online ]

Turn the printer OFF LINE with this key.

[Menu Level 1 ]

. . .

Press the or key until

[Paper Menu ] is displayed.

[Paper Menu ]

Press this key. This selects the Paper menu.

[Paper Size ]

Press this key. This selects the Paper Size menu.

[Page Length ]

Press the key to adjust the page length.

[Measure Length ]

. . .

Press the or key if you want to adjust the page length manually:

[in mm ]

mm = currently selected measuring unit.

(Alternative the units inch or 1/300 inch can be chosen with the or

key).

[Digit4 149.9 ]

The currently set page length is displayed.

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. . .

Pressing the or key changes the value of the current digit (Digit4 = left position, in this example: 1).

Pressing the key moves you to the next digit (the key moves you back,

if need be).

[Digit1 149.5 ]

The page length is changed to 149.5 mm.

[Save as Setup? ]

[Online ]

In addition this new value can be saved as setup value (using the key), before

the printer is turned ON LINE again. After this decision turn the printer ON LINE

again: Press the key longer than 2

seconds.

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8.3.5.1. Starting the (Printer’s) Measurement of Label Length

Use the panel function logiJET TM4 \ Paper Menu \ Paper Size \ Page Length \ Measure Length

The printer performs a material feed and reports the measured label length on the display.

Use the key to confirm this value (configuration of the measured label length).

In addition this new value can be saved permanent as setup value (using the

key, again).

8.3.5.2. Configuration of Semiautomatic Label Length Measurement

The panel function logiJET TM4\Paper Menu\Paper Size\Page Length\Auto.Measurement serves to switch the semiautomatic label length measurement function to on or off (and to save this setting as setup value).

If the semiautomatic label length measurement function is chosen, the printer automatically offers you the measurement of the label length after every printer power on and after every closing of the printhead (for example after the inserting of a new label roll): Panel display [Measure length ]

Use the key to start the measurement of label length, use the key to suppress this function. The printer saves the measured label length temporal (as long as the printer stays turned on).

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The paper width (print width) has to be adjusted with this function according to the currently used format.

Panel display

Notes

[Online ]

Turn the printer OFF LINE with this key.

[Menu Level 1 ]

. . .

Press the or key until

[Paper Menu ] is displayed.

[Paper Menu ]

Press this key. This selects the Paper menu.

[Paper Size ]

Press this key. This selects the Paper Size menu.

[Page Length ]

. . .

Press the or key until

[Paper Width ] is displayed.

[Paper Width ]

. . .

Press the key to adjust the format width to the paper width.

[in mm ]

mm = currently selected measuring unit.

(Alternative the units inch or 1/300 inch can be chosen with the or

key).

[Digit4 108.4 ]

The currently set paper width is displayed.

. . .

Pressing the or key changes the value of the current digit (Digit4 = left position, in this example: 1). Pressing the

key moves you to the next digit (the key moves you back, if need be).

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[Digit1 108.0 ]

The format width (paper width) is changed to 108.0 mm.

[Save as Setup? ]

[Online ]

In addition this new value can be saved as setup value (using the key), before

the printer is turned ON LINE again. After this decision turn the printer ON LINE

again: Press the key longer than 2

seconds.

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This function sets text margins. Margins are expressed in dots at the concerning edge of the paper.

Panel display

Notes

[Online ]

Turn the printer OFF LINE with this key.

[Menu Level 1 ]

. . .

Press the or key until [Page Menu ] is

displayed.

[Page Menu ]

Press this key. This selects the page menu.

[Font Number ]

. . .

Press the or key until [Margin ] is

displayed.

[Margin ]

Press this key. This selects the Margin configuration menu.

[Left ]

. . .

Press the or key until the desired margin is displayed.

[from Right ]

Press this key if you want to configure the right margin.

[Digit4 0081 ]

The currently set value is displayed.

. . .

Pressing the or key changes the value of the current digit. (Digit 4 = left position, in this example:

0). Pressing the key moves you to the next position (the key moves you back, if need be).

[Digit1 0087 ]

The right margin is changed to 87 dot.

[Save as Setup? ]

[Online ]

In addition this new value can be saved as setup value (using the key), before the printer is turned ON

LINE again. After this decision turn the printer ON LINE

again: Press the key longer than 2 seconds.

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This function serves to show some basic information about your printer: the IP Address, Firmware Release, Serial Number and the current Printer Emulation.

Panel display

Notes

[Online ]

Turn the printer OFF LINE with this key.

[Menu Level 1 ]

Press this key. Menu Level 1 is selected.

[Status Sheet ]

. . .

Press the or key until

[Show Info ] is displayed.

[Show Info ]

Press this key. The Show Info menu is selected.

[IP Address ]

Press this key again to show the IP Address of your printer.

Alternative: Use the or key to select for example the Firmware Release or the Serial Number of your printer.

[192.168.002.002 ]

The currently set IP Address is displayed.

If you need to change the setting, refer to section Configuration of Network Parameters.

Turn the printer ON LINE again: Press the

key longer than 2 seconds. After this

the printer is ready to print again.

[Online ]

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This function generates a status sheet. The status sheet contains information about the current printer configuration, the available fonts and options.

Panel display

Notes

[Online ]

Turn the printer OFF LINE with this key.

[Menu Level 1 ]

Press this key. Menu Level 1 is selected.

[Status Sheet ]

Press this key again.

[Status Sheet ]

A status sheet is printed.

Turn the printer ON LINE again: Press the

key longer than 2 seconds. After this

the printer is ready to print again.

[Online ]

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8.3.9. Printing the Status Sheet

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MICROPLEX Operator’s Manual logiJET TM4 Edition 1.2p

Microplex logiJET TM4 Operator's Manual

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