PrintDreams PrintBrush XDR Operating And Maintenance Manual
Operating and Maintenance Manual
PrintBrush XDR
Mobile Printer
Table of contents
1 INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................... 6
1.1 PREFACE ............................................................................................................................................................. 6
1.2 IDENTIFICATION ................................................................................................................................................... 6
1.3 LEGAL DETAILS ..................................................................................................................................................... 6
1.4 LIABILITY ............................................................................................................................................................. 7
1.5 INTENDED USE ..................................................................................................................................................... 7
1.6 TARGET GROUPS AND PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE ........................................................................................................... 8
1.7 THE CONTENT AND PURPOSE OF THIS DOCUMENTATION .............................................................................................. 8
1.8 PRINCIPLE ........................................................................................................................................................... 8
2 SAFETY ................................................................................................................................................ 9
2.1 SIGNAL WORDS USED IN SAFETY NOTICES .................................................................................................................. 9
2.2 SYMBOLS USED IN SAFETY NOTICES ........................................................................................................................ 10
2.3 RESIDUAL HAZARDS ............................................................................................................................................ 11
2.4 GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND PROVISIONS .................................................................................................... 14
2.5 SAFETY NOTICE PANELS ON THE PRODUCT ............................................................................................................... 14
3 DESCRIPTION ..................................................................................................................................... 15
3.1 SCOPE OF SUPPLY ............................................................................................................................................... 15
3.2 LAYOUT ............................................................................................................................................................ 16
3.3 COMPONENTS ................................................................................................................................................... 17
3.4 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND DIMENSIONS ......................................................................................................... 19
3.5 OPERATING SYSTEMS .......................................................................................................................................... 20
4 INITIAL OPERATION ............................................................................................................................ 20
4.1 TRANSPORT AND UNPACKING ............................................................................................................................... 20
4.2 ASSEMBLY AND SWITCHING ON ............................................................................................................................. 22
4.3 SOFTWARE ........................................................................................................................................................ 28
4.4 WIFI CONNECTION ............................................................................................................................................. 28
5 OPERATION ........................................................................................................................................ 29
5.1 IMAGE TRANSFER ............................................................................................................................................... 30
5.2 PRINTING ........................................................................................................ FEL! BOKMÄRKET ÄR INTE DEFINIERAT.
5.3 LIGHT GUIDE AND SYMBOLS ................................................................................................................................. 35
5.4 AUTOMATIC CLEANING CYCLE ............................................................................................................................... 39
5.5 MANUAL CLEANING CYCLE ................................................................................................................................... 40
5.6 SOFTWARE ........................................................................................................................................................ 41
5.7 WIFI CONNECTION ............................................................................................................................................. 41
5.8 USB CABLE CONNECTION ..................................................................................................................................... 42
5.9 STORAGE .......................................................................................................................................................... 43
6 MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................................................... 44
6.1 CHARGING THE BATTERY ...................................................................................................................................... 44
6.2 CHANGING THE INK CARTRIDGE ............................................................................................................................. 47
6.3 CLEANING ......................................................................................................................................................... 52
6.4 TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................................................................ 53
6.5 RESET ............................................................................................................................................................... 56
6.6 REPAIRS & RETURN ............................................................................................................................................ 56
6.7 SPARE AND WEAR PARTS ...................................................................................................................................... 57
7 DISCONTINUED USE AND DISPOSAL .................................................................................................... 59
8 APPENDIX .......................................................................................................................................... 60
Index of illustrations
Fig. 1: Safety instructions on the underside of the PrintBrush XDR ........................................................ 15
Fig. 2: Package content ......................................................................................................................... 16
Fig. 3: PrintBrush XDR parts .................................................................................................................. 16
Fig. 4: Printing device assembly ............................................................................................................. 17
Fig.5: Docking station assembly ............................................................................................................. 18
Fig.6: Reference imprint 14 x 100 mm ................................................................................................... 19
Fig.7: Packaging .................................................................................................................................... 21
Fig. 8: Opening and removing the cover ................................................................................................ 22
Fig. 9: Battery ........................................................................................................................................ 22
Fig. 10: Opening the battery compartment ............................................................................................. 23
Fig. 11: Battery contact insulating tab .................................................................................................... 23
Fig. 12: Opening the sliding panel .......................................................................................................... 24
Fig. 13: Sliding panel open ..................................................................................................................... 24
Fig. 14: Ink cartridge .............................................................................................................................. 25
Fig. 15: Insert ink cartridge ..................................................................................................................... 25
Fig. 16: Insert battery ............................................................................................................................. 26
Fig. 17: Example test imprint with SSID and password .......................................................................... 26
Fig. 18: Example test imprint with SSID and password .......................................................................... 28
Fig. 19: On/off switch ............................................................................................................................. 31
Fig. 20: remove the PrintBrush XDR from the docking station ................................................................ 31
Fig. 21: Printing from left to right ............................................................................................................ 32
Fig. 22: Printing from right to left ............................................................................................................ 32
Fig. 23: Lightpipe changed from green to yellow (indicating one of the stored imprints as active position)
........................................................................................................................................................ 33
Fig. 24: Multi-line imprint procedure ....................................................................................................... 33
Fig. 25: Place into docking station .......................................................................................................... 34
Fig. 26: Light Guide ................................................................................................................................ 35
Fig. 27: Light Guide directions ................................................................................................................ 35
Fig. 28: Color sample released by spitting ............................................................................................. 39
Fig. 29: Do not direct towards eyes, face or skin. Light irritation possible ............................................... 39
Fig. 30: Slide print head wiper out .......................................................................................................... 40
Fig.31: Clean print head with the wiper .................................................................................................. 41
Fig. 38: Example test imprint found on the Quick Setup Guide with SSID and password ....................... 41
Fig. 39: Example images of WIFI connection connecting (left) and connected (right) ............................. 42
Fig. 40: USB connection ........................................................................................................................ 42
Fig. 41: Power plug ................................................................................................................................ 44
Fig. 42: Charge battery .......................................................................................................................... 45
Fig. 43: Open and remove cover ............................................................................................................ 47
Fig. 44: Battery ...................................................................................................................................... 47
Fig. 45: Open battery compartment ........................................................................................................ 47
Fig. 46: Opening the sliding panel .......................................................................................................... 48
Fig. 47: Sliding panel open ..................................................................................................................... 48
Fig. 48: Pull out ink cartridge .................................................................................................................. 49
Fig. 49: Ink cartridge .............................................................................................................................. 49
Fig. 53: Insert ink cartridge ..................................................................................................................... 50
Fig. 54: Insert battery ............................................................................................................................. 50
Fig. 55: Cover closed ............................................................................................................................. 51
Fig. 56: Opening for device research ..................................................................................................... 56
Fig. 57: Cover the contacts of the battery ............................................................................................... 56
Versions
Version
Date
Description
0.1
2018.06.15
Draft version by docu solutions
1.0
2018.08.09
Revised version
1.1
2019.03.25
Final version
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dissemination as well as translation are reserved. No part of these instructions may be reproduced or
utilized in any form by any means, electronic or mechanical (including photocopying, microfilm, or any
other process) or be saved, processed, duplicated or distributed using any electronic system, without
written permission from COLOP Digital GmbH. Contraventions can entail prosecution under criminal law.
© 2018-2019 COLOP Digital GmbH © 2001-2019 PrintDreams International AB
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1 INTRODUCTION
With the PrintBrush XDR printing device (PrintBrush XDR) you have a product that is exemplary in terms
of safety for users and leading edge in terms of technology. Despite this, PrintBrush XDR may be
hazardous if used incorrectly or as not intended. We refer to potential hazards in Section 2 ‘Safety’ and
with safety notices throughout the entire documentation.
1.1 Preface
This original documentation is intended to assure safety-aware work on and with the product. It contains
safety notices that must be followed! All those working with the PrintBrush XDR must have access to this
documentation and must observe the relevant specifications and instructions. The documentation must
always be completely and easily legible.
COLOP Digital GmbH is not liable for technical or printing-related defects in this documentation, nor will it
accept any liability for damage caused directly or indirectly by the delivery, performance or usage of this
documentation.
1.2 Identification
The product is clearly identified on the packaging.
CE mark in acc. with Directive 2014/35/EU (Low-Voltage Directive)
1.3 Legal details
COLOP Digital GmbH
Dr.-Arming-Straße 5
A-4600 Wels
Austria
Phone: +43 (0) 7242 661 04
Fax: +43 (0) 7242 466 64
E-Mail: info@printbrush.com
Homepage: https://www.printbrush.com/
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1.4 Liability
The details in this documentation describe the properties of the product without assuring those properties.
No liability is accepted for damages that arise from:
• unintended use of the product.
• failure to follow the documentation.
• improper work on and with the product.
• operating the product while in a defective condition.
• defective monitoring of parts of the product that are subject to wear.
• improperly conducted repair work.
• unauthorized modification of the product.
• natural disasters, the action of foreign bodies and force majeure.
1.5 Intended use
The PrintDreams PrintBrush XDR, hereafter referred to as PrintBrush XDR, is a battery-operated mobile
printing device. The device can be operated by smart phone, tablet or computer. It can make imprints
directly on a variety of absorbent surfaces including paper or cardboard. The PrintBrush XDR is suitable
for making individual imprints and for occasional multiple use.
The multicolor ink cartridge (CMY) uses inkjet technology. Surface navigation and/or speed control is
managed by an optical sensor. The printing content is sent to the device directly from an application (APP)
or computer software (SW). Transfer is via a WIFI connection from a smart phone or tablet or USB interface
on a computer. Printing begins automatically if the PrintBrush XDR is in print mode and the device is
moved over the printing background by hand. If rotation or height of the device above the surface exceeds
a maximum range, printing is interrupted, and navigation continues. When returned to the normal range,
printing restarts.
The PrintBrush XDR must be returned to the docking station after each use. Several imprints can also be
saved on the device so that it can be used without the APP or software (offline mode). The rechargeable
battery (supplied) is recharged using the charger (supplied). Only use original batteries and original
replacement ink cartridges.
After extended periods between uses, the ink cartridge must undergo a cleaning cycle. The PrintBrush
XDR should be used at least once a month.
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1.6 Target groups and previous knowledge
Users of the PrintBrush XDR are non-professionals, aware of the hazards associated with using the device
via the safety pictograms on the PrintBrush XDR and instructions in the Short Operating Manual and in
this Operating and Maintenance Manual. Users can recharge the PrintBrush XDR with the charger
(supplied) and change ink cartridges. Users are not authorized to carry out repairs on the product.
Inspection and maintenance and/or repairs should only be carried out by qualified personnel.
1.7 The content and purpose of this documentation
Users can download this original Operating and Maintenance Manual at www.printbrush.com for
information.
This documentation contains the relevant information for PrintBrush XDR assembly, commissioning,
operation, maintenance and disposal. This documentation is intended to ensure hazard-free work with the
PrintBrush XDR.
Compliance with the instructions contained within this document enables hazard-free working and avoids
damaging the PrintBrush XDR.
Limits of use
The limits of use for the PrintBrush XDR are defined as follows:
• The device is intended for use in enclosed, clean and dry areas (offices, warehouses, private
residences).
• Horizontal or Vertical place of use on level, firm ground.
• Ambient temperature: +15 °C to +35 °C
• Humidity range 5 % to 100 % (storage 5 % to 80 %)
• The PrintBrush XDR is a printing device using images, graphics and text sent via a software
application.
• It can print directly onto a variety of absorbent surfaces including standard paper, cardboard, fabric,
wood, cork, dry wall, high-gloss paper, photo paper and other surfaces with special coatings.
• The PrintBrush XDR is fitted with an LED light strip.
• The PrintBrush XDR rechargeable battery is recharged using the power plug.
1.8 Principle
This product incorporates state-of-the-art technology and complies with applicable health and safety
regulations. Nonetheless, the following hazards can arise as a result of incorrect transport, improper use,
failure to observe the safety instructions contained in this Operating and Maintenance Manual or in the
event of misuse:
• fatal or serious injury to users or third parties
• damage to the product and other items of capital equipment
• impairment to the efficient operation of the product
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2 SAFETY
This documentation is structured in accordance with valid EU directives and contains safety notices. The
user of the PrintBrush XDR is responsible for complying with safety-related information in this
documentation.
This Section contains a general description of the warning and safety instructions, and important safety
notices.
2.1 Signal words used in safety notices
DANGER!
DANGER!
A safety notice with the signal word DANGER points to an immediately
threatening hazard to the life and limb of people.
This signal word denotes a hazard with a high level of risk which, if not avoided,
can result in death or serious injury.
WARNING!
WARNING!
A safety notice with the signal word WARNING denotes a dangerous
situation that could cause personal injury (of a serious nature) and may also
cause damage to items of capital equipment.
This signal word denotes a hazard with a moderate level of risk which, if not
avoided, can result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION!
CAUTION!
A safety notice with the signal word CAUTION denotes a potentially
hazardous situation that can result in slight injuries or damage to items of
capital equipment.
This signal word denotes a hazard with a low level of risk which, if not avoided,
can result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE
NOTICE
A safety notice with the signal word NOTICE denotes a situation that could
result in damage to items of capital equipment!
This signal word denotes a hazard which, if not avoided, can result in damage
to items of capital equipment or damage to the device.
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2.2 Symbols used in safety notices
General warning symbol, this danger symbol warns of risks of injury. Follow
all measures designated with this danger symbol to prevent serious or fatal
injuries!
This safety notice draws attention to the possible hazards of electrical
voltage.
This safety notice draws attention to the possible hazards of hot surfaces!
Reference to the obligation to read the Operating Manual!
Danger symbol for environmentally hazardous substances
Notice relating to additional information and/or to cross references!
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2.3 Residual hazards
Even when the greatest care and attention is paid to the design and build of the product, and when full
account is taken of safety-related factual content, residual hazards can still exist. These need to be
evaluated in a risk assessment.
DANGER!
Hazard from electric shock. There is a risk of a fatal electric shock in wet
conditions.
Never handle the charger mains plug with wet hands. Never use the device in
humid areas. Never expose the battery and charger, including USB port, to
water and/or rain.
WARNING!
Danger of asphyxiation from plastic film.
The packaging is not a toy. Dispose of packaging materials immediately and in an
environmentally appropriate manner.
WARNING!
Risk of asphyxiation from small parts for children below the age of three.
The device is not a toy. Do not leave children alone with the device
unsupervised.
WARNING!
Hazard from cleaning.
NEVER use inflammable substances near the PrintBrush XDR. This may
cause a fire or an electric shock.
Cleaning the outside of the PrintBrush XDR:
- Ensure that the mains cable of the PrintBrush XDR charger has been removed
from the socket and the device is switched off.
- Use neutral cleaning agent. Using liquids such as thinners or petrol damages
the outer surface of the PrintBrush XDR.
- Do NOT use cleaning agents containing ammonia.
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WARNING!
Hazard from damaged electrical components or damaged insulation.
In the event the device, housing or insulation is damaged, stop using the device
and have it tested and repaired by an electrician or the manufacturer's
customer service.
WARNING!
Hazard from rechargeable batteries (short-circuit, overheating, fire).
- Do not expose lithium batteries to heat, cold or water (do not leave in direct
sunlight or charge or store outdoors).
- Do not (forcibly) open or expose to large impacts or shocks.
- Only use charging systems as recommended by the manufacturer.
- The manufacturer's safety instructions must be complied with throughout the
entire disposal process.
- Battery contacts (outside the device) must not come into contact with metallic
objects such as coins or keys to prevent a short circuit.
- The printing device and/or rechargeable battery must never get wet.
- Burning batteries can cause blow-outs, causing a battery to be blown away.
Battery fires give off extremely thick, particularly toxic smoke.
- Following extended periods in storage or before taking to a collection point,
the poles on lithium rechargeable batteries should be covered with adhesive
tape to prevent short circuits. Maximum possible storage, e.g. in the original
packaging and quick deposit in a collection point are recommended.
- Visually damaged, overheated or blown out batteries must not be recycled
and must not be stored in the house, flat or garage.
WARNING!
Hazard posed by improper use.
Read the Operating Manual before switching on the device. Pay attention to all
safety notices. Keep the Operating Manual in a safe location!
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CAUTION!
Hazard from hot surfaces.
Immediately after using the PrintBrush XDR, certain parts can be hot. Do not
touch the print head on the underside of the printing device. Leave to cool
before replacing.
CAUTION!
Hazard from hot surfaces.
Only use the supplied wiper to clean the print head.
CAUTION!
Possible hazard from substances, slight eye and skin irritation from ink.
Do not direct the print head towards the eyes, face or skin. Do not open the ink
cartridges. Do not swallow! Keep ink cartridge out of the reach of children.
NOTICE
Always return the PrintBrush XDR to the docking station to prevent the print
head from drying out and damaging the PrintBrush XDR.
NOTICE
Packaging materials (paper, plastic) must be disposed of separately. Dispose
of components of the device in accordance with legislative stipulations.
Dispose of materials separately and recycle as much as possible.
Electrical components of the product must be sent for recycling as waste of
electrical or electronic equipment. Dispose of batteries at collection points in
accordance with legislation.
NOTICE
The electrical components of the product must be sent for recycling as waste
of electrical or electronic equipment.
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2.4 General safety instructions and provisions
Without exception, observe the following safety provisions and obligations when working at or on the
machine:
• The product must always be operated in operationally perfect and clean condition.
• It is prohibited to convert or modify the product.
• Faults must be remedied immediately.
• Always use genuine spare parts for repair work or when replacing damaged components.
• Always pay careful attention to the safety notices and operating instructions.
2.5 Safety notice panels on the product
Safety notice panels are fitted to the product to draw attention to potential hazards. Always pay attention
to and comply with the safety designation instructions on the product. During the service life of the product,
if the safety designation label fades or gets damaged, you must shut down the product.
Here are the pictograms for warnings, prohibitions and stipulations on the product, together with their
meaning.
Pictograms
Location
Designation
Description
Underside
Printing device
Warning: hot
surface.
The print head surface may become hot. Do
not touch the print head!
Underside
Printing device
Prohibition: Do not
touch.
Do not touch print head!
Underside
Docking station
Indications on
reading the
operating
instructions
Read the Operating and Maintenance
Manual.
Underside
Docking station
Indications on
disposing of
electronic waste
Dispose of the appliance in accordance with
legislation and recycle wherever possible.
Battery
Indications on
handling batteries
Do not open, burn or short-circuit batteries.
Do not expose to excessive heat or humidity
and only recharge with the appropriate
charger.
Do not open, burn or
short-circuit batteries.
Do not expose to
excessive heat or
humidity and only
recharge with the
appropriate charger
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Fig. 1: Safety instructions on the underside of the PrintBrush XDR
3 DESCRIPTION
The following chapter presents an overview of parts, assembly and function including technical
specifications and product components.
3.1 Scope of supply
The PrintBrush XDR printing device is supplied with a rechargeable battery (1), docking station (2), charger
and cable (3), ink cartridge (4) and the Quick Setup Guide (5).
The printing device comprises the housing with opening top section (access to compartment for battery
and ink cartridge), an on/off switch on the underside, a micro USB socket, an LED light guide, rollers on
the underside for stable movement, 3 magnets for secure docking, contacts for charging on the docking
station, a light sensor for position guiding, a WIFI module.
The docking station comprises a charging socket for the charger, contacts for charging the PrintBrush
XDR, rubber lips and flap to prevent the ink cartridge from drying out, an opening to access the on and off
switch on the PrintBrush XDR when docked, non-slip pads and a removable wiper to wipe the underside
of the ink cartridge.
The rechargeable battery is supplied with a plastic pull tab on the contacts. This prevents short-circuiting
the contacts during transport. This tab must be removed before use.
The ink cartridge is packaged separately and must be inserted before use. A Quick Setup Guide is also
supplied.
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Fig. 2: Package content
3.2 Layout
The following section contains an overview of the parts and main components of the PrintBrush XDR:
Fig. 3: PrintBrush XDR parts
Main constituent elements
No.
Description
No.
Description
(1)
Docking station
(4)
Battery
(2)
Electronics compartment
(5)
Ink cartridge
(3)
Cover
3
4
2
5
1
3
4
5
2
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3.3 Components
Printing device:
Underside
Fig. 4: Printing device assembly
Main components of the PrintBrush XDR
No.
Description
No.
Description
(1)
Cover
(7)
Magnet
(2)
Light guide
(8)
Cover opening
(3)
Rollers
(9)
USB port
(4)
On/off switch
(10)
Contacts (docking station connection)
(5)
Position sensor
(11)
Safety indications
(6)
Print head
(12)
Print position display lug
6
4
5
7
3
12
10
9
2
8
11
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Docking station:
Fig.5: Docking station assembly
Main components of the docking station
No.
Description
No.
Description
(1)
Docking station
(5)
Non-slip feet
(2)
Print head wiper
(6)
Print head cap to prevent drying out
(3)
Slider to extend the print head wiper
(7)
Charging socket
(4)
Opening for the on/off switch
(8)
Pogo-pin interconnector
Top section
Underside
4
4
3
5
5
8
6
7
2
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