Psion Teklogix MLP 3040 User Manual
MLP3040 Series
Operator’s Manual
Psion Teklogix Corporation
3000 Kustom Drive
Hebron, KY 41048
800-322-3437
www.psionteklogix.com
Psion Teklogix, Rev. E
FCC Part 15 Class B
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try too correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This equipment complies with Canadian and FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment is in direct contact with the body of the user under normal operating conditions.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Part 15.21 Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Psion Teklogix, Inc. could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Bluetooth Equipped Models:
This equipment contains either an OEM Serial Port Adapter from connectBlue with FCC ID: PVH070101 or a
Psion Teklogix, Inc. Bluetooth module with FCC ID: 0113900444.
Wi-Fi Equipped Models:
This equipment contains an OEM Wireless LAN Node Module from DPAC Technologies with FCC ID:
RTTABDB-SEDP. This device has shown compliance with the conducted emissions limits in 15.107, 15.207,
or 18.307 adopted under FCC 02-157 (ET Docket 98-80).
Battery Disposal
Only dispose of used batteries according to your local regulations. If you do not know your local
regulations, the Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation (RBRC) is a non-profit organization
created to promote recycling of rechargeable batteries. For more information visit
www.rbrc.org.
Acknowledgments:
Psion Teklogix is a registered trademark of Psion Teklogix, Inc.
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All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
© 2004-2008 By Psion Teklogix Corporation, 3000 Kustom Drive, Hebron, KY 41048. All rights reserved.
This manual is based on printer firmware version 2.9. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Read all setup and operating instructions before proceeding with operation.
Do not operate in an enclosure unless properly ventilated. Make sure no ventilation openings are blocked or
obstructed, which may result in the printer overheating.
Do not operate near a heat source.
Lesen Sie vor der Inbetriebnahme die Aufbau- und Bedienungsanleitung.
Betreiben Sie den Drucker nicht in einem kleinen, geschlossenen Raum, es sei denn dieser wird ordnungsgemäß
belüftet. Achten Sie darauf, dass die Lüftungen nicht blockiert oder versperrt sind, denn dies kann zum
Überhitzen des Druckers führen.
Nehmen Sie den Drucker nicht in der Nähe einer Wärmequelle in Betrieb.
No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer service or repairs to a qualified service
professional.
Use of genuine Psion Teklogix replacement parts is required to warrant proper, safe operation.
Any alteration or modification of this device voids the user warranty and may make the product unsafe to
operate.
The print head and motors get hot during use. Wait until they cool before touching them.
Make certain the printer is disconnected from AC power before removing any covers or performing any
required cleaning or maintenance.
Connecting this printer to an ungrounded receptacle can result in electrical shock.
Never place the printer near inflammable or explosive substances. Do not operate near liquid or spill liquid into
the printer at any time.
Enthält keine Teile, die vom Bediener instandgesetzt werden können. Bitte wenden Sie sich bei
Instandsetzung oder Reparatur an qualifiziertes Kundendienstpersonal.
Die Verwendung von echten Psion Teklogix Ersatzteilen ist notwendig, um ordnungsgemäßen, sicheren Betrieb
zu gewährleisten.
Änderungen oder Modifikationen dieses Geräts machen die Garantie ungültig und können den sicheren Betrieb
des Produkts gefährden.
Während des Druckens werden Druckerkopf und Motoren heiß. Warten Sie, bis sich die Teile abgekühlt haben,
bevor Sie sie berühren.
Vergewissern Sie sich, dass der Drucker nicht mehr an die Stromquelle angeschlossen ist, bevor Sie
Abdeckungen abnehmen oder das Gerät reinigen bzw. warten.
Schließen Sie diesen Drucker nicht an eine ungeerdete Steckdose an; dies kann zum Elektroschock führen.
Setzen Sie den Drucker niemals in die Nähe von feuer- oder explosionsgefährlichen Stoffen. Betreiben Sie den
Drucker nicht in der Nähe von Flüssigkeiten und lassen Sie keine Flüssigkeiten in den Drucker gelangen.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction..........................................................................................................................................................1
Getting Started .....................................................................................................................................................3
Battery Installation and Charging .....................................................................................................................3
Installing Media................................................................................................................................................4
Roll Media ..................................................................................................................................................4
Cassette Media............................................................................................................................................5
Turning the Printer On and Off......................................................................................................................... 6
Performing A Printer Self Test......................................................................................................................... 6
Host Interface Set Up........................................................................................................................................7
Belt Loop System .............................................................................................................................................8
Daily Operation ....................................................................................................................................................9
Introduction ......................................................................................................................................................9
Control Panel....................................................................................................................................................9
Removing Printed Output............................................................................................................................... 10
MLP 3040 and MLP 3040LP Models.......................................................................................................10
MLP 3040 SL Models...............................................................................................................................11
Battery Charging.............................................................................................................................................11
Using the Magnetic Card Reader....................................................................................................................12
Additional Messages.......................................................................................................................................13
Check Paper ..............................................................................................................................................13
Paper Door Open.......................................................................................................................................13
Printer Configuration ........................................................................................................................................14
Introduction To Setup .....................................................................................................................................14
Setup Basics....................................................................................................................................................14
Entering Setup...........................................................................................................................................15
Selecting Menus........................................................................................................................................15
Exiting Setup.............................................................................................................................................15
Setup Menu Summary............................................................................................................................... 16
Format Menu ..................................................................................................................................................17
Interface Menu................................................................................................................................................21
Serial Interface..........................................................................................................................................21
IrDA Interface...........................................................................................................................................23
Bluetooth Interface....................................................................................................................................24
Wi-Fi Interface.......................................................................................................................................... 26
Options Menu .................................................................................................................................................29
Interfacing To A Host Computer......................................................................................................................33
RS-232C Serial Interface................................................................................................................................33
IrDA Interface.................................................................................................................................................34
Bluetooth® Interface .......................................................................................................................................34
Wi-Fi® Interface..............................................................................................................................................35
Power Considerations ........................................................................................................................................37
Standby Operation ..........................................................................................................................................37
Auto Power Down ..........................................................................................................................................37
Operation Without A Battery..........................................................................................................................37
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Maintenance and Troubleshooting....................................................................................................................39
Cleaning..........................................................................................................................................................39
Battery Care ....................................................................................................................................................40
Charging the Battery .................................................................................................................................40
Additional Battery and Safety Information ...............................................................................................40
Testing the Power Supply and Battery......................................................................................................41
Troubleshooting ..............................................................................................................................................42
Error Messages..........................................................................................................................................42
Other Problems .........................................................................................................................................43
Obtaining Service ...........................................................................................................................................44
Advanced Setup Features...................................................................................................................................45
Print & Font Samples.........................................................................................................................................47
Specifications.......................................................................................................................................................51
Printer Specifications......................................................................................................................................51
Media Specifications.......................................................................................................................................53
Supplies and Accessories................................................................................................................................55
Glossary of Terms...............................................................................................................................................57
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a Psion Teklogix MLP 3040 Series Mobile Thermal Printer. The MLP 3040 series
offer a variety of configurations to suit any printing environment.
The MLP 3040 series consists of three basic models for receipt and label printing. The standard MLP 3040
prints on receipt paper supplied in roll form up to 4.2 inches wide. The MLP 3040 SL model prints on receipt
paper up to 4” wide and 6” long supplied in easy to load cassettes containing 100 sheets each. The MLP 3040
LP model is able to print on either receipt paper or labels supplied in roll form up to 4.2” wide.
All models include “black mark” sensing capabilities on the printed side of the media, and the MLP 3040 LP
also supports rear black mark sensing and label gap sensing. All models are equipped with a Serial RS-232C
port and will support one additional, optional interface. The interfaces available are IrDA, Bluetooth, and
Wi-Fi.
Each printer is shipped with a battery, a belt loop system, a two page Quick Start Guide, and either one roll or
one cassette of receipt paper.
This manual has been written for the end user and contains information needed for the set up and everyday use
of the printer. It also contains information regarding preventative maintenance and how to obtain service if
needed.
The information in this manual is arranged in the following sections:
Getting Started contains the minimum steps required to get the printer set up and able to communicate with
your host system.
Daily Operation describes the activities that are likely to be encountered under normal operation by most users.
Printer Configuration contains detailed information on all the features available in the Setup menus.
Interfacing To A Host Computer provides basic information related to connecting the printer to a computer via
the standard RS-232C Serial port or one of the optional IrDA, Bluetooth, or Wi-Fi interfaces.
Power Considerations provides information regarding operation on the internal battery or from an external
supply.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting contains information on how to care for your printer to keep it working at
peak performance. This section also includes a list of printer error messages and suggestions on how to solve
problems.
Advanced Setup Features contains additional information for systems administrators.
Print & Font Samples offers examples of printed output and character mapping for the standard fonts.
Specifications provides detailed information regarding performance, media specifications, and options available
for your MLP 3040 series printer.
Glossary of Terms is a reference for terminology used within this manual and in the computer and printer
industry.
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Getting Started
Battery Installation and Charging
Note: You must charge the battery for at least 2½ hours prior to the first use.
The battery for your MLP 3040 printer is shipped in an “uncharged” state. The battery must be charged using
the following instructions prior to using the printer for the first time. Maximum battery capacity is not reached
until after completing a minimum of three complete charge and discharge cycles.
Please refer to
the battery “snaps” into place.
Connect an optional power supply to the appropriate input source, and then connect the output of the power
supply to the printer’s Power Connector. The
fully charged. This may take up to 2½ hours.
Figure 1 and insert the battery by sliding it into the battery compartment until the release lever on
Power Connector
Release Leve
Figure 1 - Battery Installation and Power Connector
Battery Indicator will turn on and remain on until the battery is
Caution: Use only Psion Teklogix power supplies designed specifically for your MLP 3040 printer. Using a
different power supply may cause damage to the printer and will not be covered by the printer’s
warranty. Psion Teklogix power supplies are available for use with 100-240VAC/50-60Hz and
for12/24VDC vehicle applications.
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Installing Media
Each printer comes supplied with either a roll of receipt paper or a cassette of receipt paper depending on the
model you purchased.
Note: For maximum performance and optimum print quality, use only genuine Psion Teklogix media in
your MLP 3040 series printer.
To install media, you must release the paper door by moving the Paper Door Release in the direction shown in
Figure 2 and then lift the paper door to expose the paper compartment.
Please refer to the appropriate section for roll or cassette media depending on your model printer.
Paper Supply Indicato
Paper Door Release
Figure 2 - Opening Paper Door
Roll Media
Roll media is used in the MLP 3040 and the MLP 3040 LP printers. To install media in the MLP 3040 SL
model, please go to the next section.
The MLP 3040 and MLP 3040 LP models feature a paper supply indicator as shown in
changes from all green to all red as the paper supply is used.
To load media, refer to
shown and then locate the media between the two supports and release the movable support.
Note: Make sure that the roll spins freely on the media supports.
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Figure 3 and locate the movable media support. Move the support in the direction
Figure 2. The indicator
Getting Started
Movable Support
Figure 3 - Media Support
Refer to
door.
You may now press the
preparation for printing.
Figure 4 and unroll enough paper to allow it to lay through the print head as shown, and close the paper
Figure 4 - Paper Laying Through Print Head
Paper Feed Button to advance the paper a few inches and then tear it off in
Cassette Media
The MLP 3040 SL models use cassettes containing 100 sheets of receipt paper. To open the paper cassette,
please follow the directions printed on the cassette.
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Insert the cassette into the printer as shown in
Psion Teklogix logo down and the flap side up, and close the paper door.
Figure 5. Make sure that the smooth side of the cassette with the
Figure 5 - Cassette In Printer
Turning the Printer On and Off
To turn the printer on, simply press the Power Button. If you continue to hold the Power Button, the printer
will display the printer’s model number. After the button is released, the printer will continue its power up
initialization and then display the name of the current Format (default is “
bottom line will display a battery symbol at the right hand end of the line that indicates the current condition of
the battery.
To turn the printer off, press and hold the
power down after the button is released.
Power Button. The printer will display “Printer Off” and then
Format 1”) on the top line. The
Performing A Printer Self Test
To perform a self test, press and hold the Paper Feed button while turning on the printer with the Power
Button until the printer displays “Printing Current Menu Values”. The printer will print a test page with the
following information:
• The printer’s firmware revision level and release date.
• The current Setup Menu values for the following menus:
The currently selected Format(s)
The Options Menu settings.
• The type of optional interface, if installed, and which interface is currently selected.
• The presence of the optional Magnetic Card Reader, if installed.
• The current battery voltage.
• Print head temperature.
• A sample bar code.
• Printer serial number.
• A print head test pattern.
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Host Interface Set Up
Prior to using your printer with a computer application, check the interface settings to be sure they match those
required by your host system.
Each printer is equipped with a Serial RS-232C interface which is selected by default. Additionally, the printer
may also be equipped with either an IrDA interface, Bluetooth interface, or Wi-Fi interface. The model
description on the serial number label will indicate if one of the optional interfaces is installed. The factory
defaults for the basic settings for each interface are listed below.
Interface Factory Default Interface Settings
Serial RS-232C Printek Emulation, 57,600 Baud, 8 Data Bits, 1 Stop Bit, No Parity, No Handshake
IrDA Printek Emulation. No other set up required.
Bluetooth Printek Emulation, Pairing Mode = Paired, Security Disabled, PIN = “0”
Bluetooth Name = “MLP 3040-SerialNumber”.
Wi-Fi Connect to any SSID, Infrastructure, WEP = None, DHCP enabled,
TCP tunnel port 8023, Channel = 1, DHCP Name = MLP 3040-SerialNumber.
If the above settings do not sufficiently match your host system, the following instructions describe how to
access the Interface Set Up Menu.
1. Make sure the printer is powered off. If the printer is on, press and hold the
“Printer Off” is displayed to turn the printer off.
2. Press and hold the
3. Continue to hold the Enter Button and turn the printer on. Continue holding the Enter Button until
Menus Active” is displayed.
“
4. Press the
between the Serial interface and the optional interface (if installed) by pressing the
Button. Note that the interface that is displayed is the interface that will be used when you exit set up
mode.
5. Press the
step 4. Only the features that pertain to the interface displayed/selected in step 4 will be available.
6. You may continue to step through additional set up features by pressing the
7. When you have finished setting the parameters to match you host system, press the
until “
8. Press the Enter Button to save the changes and exit the Setup Mode.
9. Your printer is now configured and ready to communicate with your host system.
Advance Button until “Interface Menu” is displayed. If necessary, you may toggle
Enter Button to advance to the first set up feature for the interface that was displayed in
Exit Menus” is displayed.
Enter Button.
Power Button until
Increment
Enter Button.
Advance Button
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Getting Started
Belt Loop System
The belt loop system consists of two parts – a knob located on the bottom of the printer and a belt loop strap
with a click on connector
To use the belt loop system, slide your belt through the strap of the belt loop and then insert the knob located on
the bottom of the printer into the slot of the belt loop connector. Pull down on the printer until you hear a click.
The printer is now secure and can safely hang down beside your hip.
To release the printer, press in on the two latches on the sides of the connector and pull the printer and knob up
and clear of the slot.
Note: Do not force or pull the printer from the connector without pressing in on the two latches.
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Daily Operation
Introduction
For normal daily use, most users will only need to turn the printer on and off, load paper, and recharge the
battery at the end of the day. The following sections describe these simple activities and provide additional
information regarding the use of the MLP 3040.
Control Panel
The MLP 3040 series printers are designed for simple operation with an easy to use control panel. As shown in
Figure 6, the control panel consists of an LCD Display, five indicators, and four pushbuttons.
LCD Display
Power Indicator
Power Button
Wireless Indicator
MCR Indicator
Increment Button
Figure 6 - Control Panel
In normal daily use, most users will only use the Power Button/Indicator and perhaps the Paper Feed
Button, and observe any messages that may appear on the LCD Display. The purpose and functionality of all of
the buttons and indicators are listed below.
Power Button – Used to turn the printer on or off.
IrDA Window
Error Indicator
Battery Indicator
Enter Button
Paper Feed Button
/Advance Button
Paper Feed
/Advance Button
– In Roll Feed models, advances paper 1.25” (32mm).
In SL models, loads or ejects a sheet of paper.
Also used to clear Check Paper conditions.
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Increment Button – Used in printer configuration menus to change the value of
Enter Button – Used in printer configuration menus to advance to the next
Power Indicator – ON indicates that the power is on and that the printer is in
Wireless Indicator – Indicates that an optional Bluetooth or Wi-Fi interface is
MCR Indicator – Indicates that the optional Magnetic Card Reader has been
Error Indicator – Indicates that an error has occurred as described on the
the currently selected feature. (May also be used to access
a stored command file – see the MLP Series & PrintAbout
Programmer’s Manual for more information.)
setup feature. May also be used to print the settings and
connection information for the currently selected interface.
normal power mode. SLOW FLASH indicates that the
printer is in Setup mode and not accepting data. SHORT
FLASH indicates that the printer has entered the power
saving standby mode and will wake upon receipt of data or
when the
pressed.
installed enabled and is currently connected or receiving
data.
enabled and is ready for the user to swipe a card.
LCD Display.
Power Button or Paper Feed Button is
Battery Indicator – ON indicates that the battery is currently being charged.
FLASHING indicates that the battery capacity is low and
the battery needs to be recharged.
Removing Printed Output
Removing printouts from the printer can be as simple as taking hold of the paper and pulling it from the printer.
This process varies slightly depending on whether your printer uses paper supplied on rolls for the MLP 3040 or
MLP 3040 LP models, or in cassettes for the MLP 3040 SL models.
MLP 3040 and MLP 3040 LP Models
These models make use of a serrated tear bar where the paper exits the printer. In most cases, the host
application program will issue a Form Feed that will eject the paper so that all the printed information is fed out
of the printer and the receipt or label is ready to be torn off. If all the printing is not yet out of the printer and
the host has finished sending data to the printer, the paper may be positioned for tearing by simply pressing the
Paper Feed Button.
To tear the paper, pull the paper against the tear bar at a slight angle as shown in Figure 7, and then continue to
pull the paper in the direction shown to tear it off.
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Figure 7 - Tearing Off Printed Output
MLP 3040 SL Models
The MLP 3040 SL models use cassettes of cut sheet receipt paper. In most cases, the host application program
will issue a Form Feed that will eject the sheet currently being printed so that it is ready for the user to simply
pull out of the printer. If the sheet has not been ejected and the host has finished sending data to the printer, the
paper may be ejected by pressing the
Paper Feed Button.
Battery Charging
The MLP 3040 contains battery monitoring and charging circuitry so that the battery may be charged while still
in the printer. Charging the battery in the printer requires an optional power supply. Psion Teklogix offers
power supplies for use with 100-240VAC/50-60Hz and 12/24VDC for vehicle applications.
Optional external battery chargers are also available so that you can have fully charged batteries “standing by”
when needed.
The printer’s battery status is displayed in the lower right corner of the front panel LCD Display. The status is
displayed as a battery shape which indicates the relative capacity that remains as indicated below.
Fully Charged
To charge the battery inside the MLP 3040, connect the power supply to the appropriate source, and connect the
output of the supply to the printer’s power connector shown in
Caution: Only use Psion Teklogix power supplies to power your printer and charge batteries. Other power
supplies may damage the electronics and printing mechanism. Damage caused by use of a non-Psion
Teklogix power supply will not be covered by the printer’s warranty.
Discharged
Figure 8.
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Power Connector
Batter
Indicato
Figure 8 - MLP 3040 Power Connector & Battery Indicator
When the power supply is connected, the printer’s charging circuitry will determine if the battery currently
requires charging and if so, will turn on the
Battery Indicator until the battery has reached sufficient charge.
Depending on the condition of the battery, charging may take up to 2½ hours to complete.
Leaving the power supply connected to the printer will cause the printer to continuously monitor the condition
of the battery and keep the battery charged.
For more information regarding battery charging, battery life and battery disposal, refer to “
40.
page
Battery Care” on
Using the Magnetic Card Reader
The optional Magnetic Card Reader (MCR) is used by some applications to read information from credit cards,
drivers licenses, etc.
When the host system sends a request to the MLP 3040 to enable the Magnetic Card Reader, “Swipe Card
Now” will be displayed and the
the MCR slot, or “swiped”. Refer to
strip.
MCR Indicator will flash to indicate that the card may now be passed through
Figure 9 for the card orientation and note the position of the magnetic
MCR Indicato
Figure 9 - Using The Magnetic Card Reader
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If the card is read successfully, a short beep will sound, “Card Read Ok” will be displayed and the
Indicator will stop flashing and remain on briefly to indicate success as the data is sent to the host system.
If the card is not read successfully, a longer error tone will sound, “Card Not Read” will be displayed and the
Error Indicator will also begin to flash. If the read operation is not cancelled by the host application within a
few seconds, the
mode. At this time the card may be swiped again to attempt a successful read.
The length of time allowed before the timeout is specified by the host application program. Once a timeout
occurs, the
Error Indicator will stop flashing and the printer will return to the “Swipe Card Now”
Error Indicator will turn on momentarily and “MCR Timeout” will be displayed.
MCR
Additional Messages
Check Paper
This message is displayed and the Error Indicator flashes whenever the printer runs out of print media. This
may also occur if there has been a paper jam that prevents paper from feeding into the print head. To clear the
error, first clear the jam and/or install new media. For information on how to replace the media supply or to
check for a possible jam, please refer to “
manual.
Installing Media” on page 4 in the Getting Started section of this
Next, momentarily press the
may resume differently depending on the model printer you are using.
In the MLP 3040 and MLP 3040 LP models with printer firmware prior to version 2.8, printing will begin again
where it left off. If the printer has firmware version 2.8 or later, the printer will perform a Form Feed and then
reprint the last print job. If the entire job does not print as expected, the host program may need to be modified
to make use of the printer’s buffer commands. Please refer to the MLP Series & PrintAbout Programmer’s
Manual for more information.
In the MLP 3040 SL model, printing will restart at the beginning of the current page. If the Check Paper error
occurred at the beginning of a page, the printer will load a page from the new cassette and continue. If, for
some reason, the Check Paper error occurred mid page, the printer will reprint the entire page after a new
cassette has been loaded.
It is also possible that a false paper error may be detected when using “black mark” sensing on preprinted
forms. This condition should not occur unless the size of the black mark on the form is larger than the size
allowed for in the host application program. Please refer to the MLP 3040 Series Programmer’s Manual for
more information.
Paper Feed Button to resume printing. After the error has been cleared, printing
Paper Door Open
This message is displayed and the Error Indicator flashes when the printer is attempting to print and the
Paper Door is not fully closed. To correct this error, make sure that the media is loaded properly, close the
Paper Door, and momentarily press the
Paper Feed Button.
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Printer Configuration
Introduction To Setup
The MLP 3040 series printers feature an easy to use control panel “Setup” menu system for setting permanent
configuration parameters. These menus offer many useful and necessary features, but are typically only used
when first setting up the printer. They are rarely used in normal everyday operation. The values that are set are
used as the “defaults” whenever the printer is turned on or reset by the host system. Application programs often
send commands that may override any of these values.
As an alternative to using the Setup Menus described below, you may also use the “MLP Setup” remote
configuration utility. This utility runs on a Windows Desktop system and connects to the printer’s serial port.
Setup Basics
LCD Display
Power Indicator
Power Button
Advance Button
Increment Button
Figure 10 - MLP 3040 Control Panel
When in Setup, the top line of the LCD Display shows the name of the menu or the name of a “feature” within
the menu. The bottom line of the display shows the current value that is set to be used for the item displayed on
the top line.
The Setup menus operate as a “What You See Is What You Get” system. This means that whenever you view
or change any of the menu choices available, the value showing when you proceed to the next item or exit Setup
is the value the printer will use after you exit Setup. Note that when exiting Setup, you may elect to discard any
changes.
Enter Button
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