Rice Lake I-4212e Mark II User Manual

Operator’s Manual
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Firmware (Software) Agreement
The enclosed Firmware (Software) resident in the Printer is owned by Licensor or its suppliers and is licensed for used only on a single printer in the user’s Trade or Business. The User agrees not to, and not to authorize or permit any other person or party to, duplicate or copy the Firmware or the information contained in the non-volatile or programmable memory. The firmware (Software) is protected by applicable copyright laws and Licensor retains all rights not expressly granted. In no event will Licensor or its suppliers be liable for any damages or loss, including direct, incidental, economic, special, or consequential damages, arising out of the use or inability to use the Firmware (Software).
Information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of Datamax-O’Neil Corporation. No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, for any purpose other than the purchaser's personal use, without the expressed written permission of Datamax-O’Neil Corporation.
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Important Safety Instructions
This printer has been carefully designed to provide many years of safe, reliable performance. As with all types of electrical equipment, however, there are a few basic precautions you should take to avoid hurting yourself or damaging the equipment:
• Carefully read the provided installation and operating instructions.
• Read and follow all warning instruction labels on the printer.
• Place the printer on a flat, firm, solid surface.
• Make sure all openings on the printer remain unblocked; never insert anything into the openings or ventilation slots.
• Do not place the printer near a heat source.
• Do not use your printer near water, or spill liquid into it.
• Be certain that your power source matches a listed voltage rating for the printer (if unsure, check with your dealer or local utility company).
• Do not place the power cord where it can be stepped on; and, if the power cord becomes damaged, immediately replace it.
• If service is required, use only qualified trained technicians to repair your printer.
Agency Compliance and Approvals
UL60950-1; 2 CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1-07 2
FCC:
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
The manufacturer declares under sole responsibility that this product conforms to the following standards or other normative documents:
EMC: EN 55022 (2006) Class B EN 50024 (1998) + A1:2001; +A2:2003
Safety: This product complies with the requirements of IEC 60950-1, 2
Gost-R
GB4943-2001, GB9254-2008, GB17625-1-2003
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 to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and 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.
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1 Getting Started
1.1 Introduction ........................................................................... 1
1.2 Unpacking.............................................................................. 1
2 Printer Setup
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2.2 Loading Media ........................................................................ 9
2.3 Media Sensor Adjustment......................................................... 11
2.4 Loading Ribbon....................................................................... 12
2.5 OPTImedia............................................................................. 15
2.6 Internal Rewinder.................................................................... 16
3 Printer Operation
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3.2 Windows Driver ...................................................................... 21
3.3 Printer Configuration Utility (NETira CT)...................................... 23
3.4 Media Calibration .................................................................... 25
4 Menu System
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4.2 The User Menu........................................................................ 36
4.3 The Advanced Menu ................................................................ 36
4.4 The Test Menu........................................................................ 37
4.5 Menu Details .......................................................................... 37
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Front Panel............................................................................. 19
Menu System Overview............................................................ 35
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2.1.1 Power Connection ........................................................ 3
2.1.2 Interface Connection .................................................... 4
2.1.3 USB Connection........................................................... 5
3.1.1 Display Icons ............................................................... 20
Important Notes:.................................................................. 22
3.4.1 Quick Calibration......................................................... 25
3.4.2 Empty Calibration........................................................ 25
3.4.3 Standard Calibration.................................................... 26
3.4.4 Advanced Entry Calibration........................................... 28
4.4.1 User-Defined Label....................................................... 37
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5 Maintenance and Adjustments
5.1 Cleaning Intervals................................................................... 59
5.2 Cleaning the Printhead............................................................. 60
5.3 Media Width Adjustment .......................................................... 62
5.4 Printhead Pressure Adjustment ................................................. 63
5.5 Printhead Replacement ............................................................ 64
5.6 Resetting the Printer................................................................ 65
5.7 Upgrading Firmware ................................................................ 65
6 Troubleshooting
Problem Resolution.................................................................. 67
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6.2 Hex Dump Mode ..................................................................... 71
Appendix A - Specifications
Appendix B - Wireless and Wired LAN Setup
Network Card Setup ................................................................ 77
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B.2 Wireless Setup........................................................................ 78
B.2.1 Wireless Setup – Infrastructure...................................... 79
B.2.1 Wireless Setup – Ad-Hoc............................................... 80
B.3 Installing the Printer Driver ...................................................... 82
Appendix C - Menu Language
Changing the Menu Language ................................................... 85
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C.2 Advanced File Handling Information........................................... 88
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Congratulations on your I-Class Mark II printer purchase. The I-Class Mark II printer family, hereafter referred to as ‘the printer’, blends the rugged durability of die-cast construction with state-of-the-art electronics and user-friendly features to redefine the standard in industrial thermal printers.
This manual provides all the information necessary to operate the printer.
To print labels or tags, simply refer to the instructions included with the software you have chosen to create the labels. A Windows™ printer driver can be found on our website (http://www.datamax-oneil.com) or on the included CD-ROM for printing from common applications. If you wish to write a custom program, a copy of the Programmer’s Manual can also be found on the CD-ROM.
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After removing the printer from the packaging material, check the contents. The following items should be included:
Printer Power Cord CD-ROM and Documentation Any special or additionally purchased items
Additional Requirements
The following items are necessary for generating labels from your printer. Contact your customer support or sales representative for advice on which media and software may best be suited for your application.
Serial, USB or Parallel cable Ethernet cable for optional LAN connectivity Applicable Media and Ribbon
It is a good idea to save all packaging materials for future use.
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Before connecting the AC Power Cord or interface cables to the printer, ensure the Power On/Off Switch is in the ‘Off’ position.
Place the printer on a firm, level surface. Ensure that the Power Switch on the Printer is in the ‘Off’ position. Connect the AC Power Cord to the receptacle on the back of the Printer, and then plug the AC
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Power Cord into a properly grounded outlet. (The power supply automatically detects and then adjusts to the applied line voltage; see Appendix A for the acceptable voltage ranges.)
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Power Switch AC Power Cord Wall Outlet
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2.1.2 Interface Connection
The printer can be connected to the host via the parallel, USB, serial, or optional network interface. The printer will automatically connect to the first port that delivers valid data. Once established, the printer’s power must be cycled ‘Off’ and ‘On’ to change an interface connection.
The Parallel Connection needs a Centronics IEEE 1284 cable with a 36-pin male connector for unidirectional (forward channel) communications, or an IEEE 1284 Compliant cable for bi-directional communications (forward and reverse channels). Also, for bi­directional communications your host must have supporting software.
The Serial Connection needs a serial interface cable with specific pin-outs for proper communications (part numbers and pin-outs are given, below; contact your reseller to order). The interface supports RS-232C communications via a DB-9 connector. Serial port settings are menu­selectable and must match your host’s serial port settings.
Part # 32-2300-01 Part # 32-2301-01
Optional Ethernet Print Servers (wired and wireless) are available. For information on using these interfaces, see Appendix B.
The USB Connection needs a USB cable and is supported in Windows 95 and greater operating systems. Depending upon the operating system of your host computer, installation requirements may differ slightly, see section 2.1.3 for more information
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2.1.3 USB Connection
USB connection to PC requires installation of drivers for both the Port and the Windows Driver itself. All the files necessary for installation are located on the Accessories CD-Rom. Connect the printer to the host PC via a standard USB Cable and follow the steps below. The following steps are for a typical Windows XP system, other versions of Windows may vary.
Step A: Windows Port Driver Installation:
1. Turn on the printer and wait until the “Ready” screen appears. The PC will then detect the printer and launch the “Found New Hardware Wizard”.
2. Select the “No, not this time” radio button and then click Next.
3. Select the “Install from a list or specific (Advanced)” radio button and then click Next.
4. Select the “Search for the best driver in these locations” radio button.
5. Check the “Include this location in the search” checkbox and then click Browse.
6. Navigate to driver folder on the CD­ROM, assuming your CD/DVD drive is labeled D: the path would be as follows:
My Computer>D:>assets>windriver
7. Select the folder and then Click ‘OK’. Then Click Next.
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8. When prompted click “Continue Anyway”
9. Windows will now load the drivers to assign the necessary ports to the printer.
10. Click Finish to close the wizard. Proceed to Step B to begin the installation of the Windows Printer Driver.
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Step B: Windows Printer Driver Installation:
1. The PC will launch the “Found New Hardware Wizard” again.
2. Select the “No, not this time” radio button and then click Next.
3. Select the “Install from a list or specific (Advanced)” radio button and then click Next.
4. Select the “Search for the best driver in these locations” radio button.
5. Check the “Include this location in the search” checkbox and then click Browse.
6. Navigate to driver folder on the CD-ROM, assuming your CD/DVD drive is labeled D: the path would be as follows:
My
Computer>D:>assets>windriver
7. Select the folder and then Click ‘OK’. Then Click Next.
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8. Select the driver that matches your model printer. (there may be multiple models listed) and then click Next.
9. When prompted click “Continue Anyway”
10. Windows will now install the necessary files for the Windows printer driver.
11. Click Finish to close the wizard. The printer can now be selected
for use in the printer dialogue box of any windows application.
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Load media into the printer as follows:
1. Open the media cover. Rotate and unlock the Printhead Latch and raise the Printhead Assembly.
2. Rotate the Media Guide down.
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3. Slide the Roll Media onto the Media Hub.
4. Route the Media through the printer as shown. Raise the Media Guide. The Media Guide should be pushed inward so that it is just touching the edge of the Media.
Roll Media
Media Hub
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5. Close the Printhead Assembly and rotate the Printhead Latch to the locked position.
6. Close the cover and press the FEED button several times to position the media and ensure proper tracking.
Printhead Assembly
Printhead Latch
If the printer does not correctly sense the top of each label, it may be necessary to calibrate the printer (see Section 3.4 Media Calibration).
The printer is factory set to use 4-inch media (and ribbon, if thermal transfer equipped). When using
a different width of media/ribbon, refer to Section 5.3.
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The Media Sensor needs to be positioned so that the printer can detect the presence of media and the top-of-form (except for continuous stock, where the TOF is set through the front panel).
To adjust:
1. With media loaded, as described in Section 2.2, grasp the Slide Tab and move the Sensor
Eye Mark into position over media according to the table below.
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Sensor Eye’ Mark
Slide Tab
Media Sensor Selection and Adjustment
Media Type Sensor Eye Mark Position Sensing Required
Die-cut Near the middle of the label Gap Notched Centered over the notch Notch Reflective Centered over the black mark Black Mark Continuous Near the middle of the media Continuous
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Ribbon is required with thermal transfer media. It is recommended that the width of the ribbon be slightly wider than the media being used. The printer can use either ribbons with the ‘coating side in’ or
ribbons with the ‘coating side out’. To load:
Using a ribbon that is slightly wider than your media (and liner, if any) will help protect against
printhead wear.
1. Open the media cover. Rotate and unlock the Printhead Latch and raise the Printhead Assembly.
The ‘Media Type’ setting within the printer’s setup must be set to ‘Thermal Transfer’ to print
using ribbon. This can be accomplished via the NETira CT configuration Utility (see section 3.3); or via the printers menu system (see section 4.5).
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2. Slide the Ribbon Roll onto the Ribbon Supply Hub until it rests against the flange. Ensure the ribbon unwinds in the correct direction (see Ribbon Routing). The illustrations below depict the proper orientation.
Directional Arrows near the Ribbon Supply Hub indicate the correct ribbon route. Ribbon types
are available with the ink (coating) layer wound ‘in’ or ‘out’. Ensure the inked side of the ribbon faces the media and NOT
the printhead.
C.S.I Coated Side In Ribbon C.S.O Coated Side Out Ribbon
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Ribbon Routing Diagrams
(CSI) ‘Coating Side In’ Ribbon Routing
(CSO) ‘Coating Side Out’ Ribbon Routing
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3. Route the ribbon under the Ribbon Idler and then out the front of the printer approximately 12 inches as shown.
Ribbon Roll
Ribbon Supply Hub
Ribbon Idler
4. Close the Printhead Assembly and rotate the Printhead Latch to the locked position. Route the ribbon up and then around to the Ribbon Take-Up Hub, winding it several times in a clockwise direction to secure it in place.
Printhead Assembly
Printhead Latch
Ribbon Take-up Hub
5. Close the cover and press the Feed button several times to position the ribbon and ensure proper tracking.
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The OPTIMedia function is designed to reduce set up time when using Datamax-O’Neil branded media and ribbons. This feature enables the printer to automatically adjust print heat and print speed settings to optimum levels to produce the best possible print quality. By usi n g the model number prefix of the media and ribbon (printed on the shipping box), the printer can be quickly configured to produce optimum print quality for that particular media and ribbon combination.
To make the OPTImedia selection.
1. Press the MENU BUTTON.
2. Make sure MEDIA SETTINGS is highlighted then press the ENTER KEY.
3. Make sure OPTimedia is highlighted then press the ENTER KEY.
4. Using the DOWN BUTTON, Scroll to the model number prefix of the label media being used and then press the ENTER KEY.
5. For direct thermal media; an ‘OK’ will be displayed, then press the EXIT KEY to exit the menu system.
For thermal transfer media; the printer will now prompt for selection of the ribbon being used. Scroll to the model prefix of the ribbon being used and then press the ENTER KEY. An ‘OK’ will be displayed, then press the EXIT KEY to exit the menu system.
The printer is now ready to print using the media/ribbon selections made.
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When equipped with the Internal Rewind option, labels can be rewound or, with the addition of a Peel and Present option, dispensed automatically for application. If equipped, follow the instructions below to begin using the Internal Rewinder:
1. Press down then pull outward to remove the Front Fascia.
2. Remove Thumbscrew and Tear Plate.
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3. Place the Arc Plate on the front of the printer (as shown below) and tighten the Thumbscrew to secure it.
Thumbscrew
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4. Load media as described in section 2.2. Feed approximately 20 inches (50 cm) of medi a out of the printer. Route the media over the Arc Plate and then back into the printer and around the Rewinder Hub.
Arc Plate
Rewinder Hub
5. Wrap the media around the Rewinder Hub. Insert the end of the media into a Slot in the Rewinder Hub. Slide the Media Retainer into the Slot to secure the media.
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6. Rotate the Rewinder Hub by hand to take up any slack in the media. There should be at least 2 or 3 full wraps of the media on the Rewinder Hub before starting printing to ensure tight rewinded rolls.
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The Control Panel is an event-driven interface composed of a graphic display and keypad. In addition to providing current printer information, the mode-dependent panel allows the items in the main display area and the key functions to change as operational events require.
Ready/Receiving Data Stop/Paused Fault/Error Time and Date Status Line Icon Status Line (see section 3.1.1) Soft Key Labels Soft Keys Menu Navigation and Control Buttons (see chapter 4)
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3.1.1 Display Icons
Display Icon Description
Initialization, typically brief (but a damaged or invalid printhead can delay the process).
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Display large fonts Input Mode – DPL Input Mode – LINE Input Mode – PL-Z Input Mode – AUTO SD memory card detected.
USB memory (or keyboard) detected.
Wired network - Connected. Wired network - Server inaccessible. WLAN associated with Access Point. WLAN not associated with Access Point. WLAN ADHOC Mode.
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The Windows driver is located on the Accessories CD-Rom included with your printer. For the latest version please visit our web site at www.datamax-oneil.com.
If installing the Windows driver for use with an USB connection, refer to section 2.1.3 for the
Installing the Windows Driver:
Place the Accessories CD-Rom included with your printer into your computers CD-Rom drive.
Once the CD-Rom starts select "Install Windows Driver" from the main menu and follow the instructions on the screen to install.
When prompted, select your printer from the list, (i.e. Datamax-O’Neil I-Class MarkII). Continue to follow the on-screen instructions to install the driver.
installation procedure.
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Important Notes:
The Windows driver functions the same as any other Windows printer. A built in help file is available for complete information on all settings; however, there are some important settings that should be observed for trouble free printing.
Page Setup Tab: Stock
It is important that the Stock setting matches the size of the label you are using. If you cannot find a match for your label click 'New' and enter the dimensions of your label.
Options Tab: Print Speed & Printhead Temperature
These two settings will have the greatest effect on print quality. Some label stocks will require more heat and slower print speeds to generate a quality image.
The Windows application software used to create the label format will likely have a "Page Setup" screen. This will also need to match the size of the label you are using.
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NETira CT (located on the Accessories CD-ROM) is a Windows-based configuration utility that allows the user to make changes to the existing printer setup via a direct connection to the host computer’s serial, USB, or LAN IP address.
NETira CT Features:
Allows Real-Time Control/Query of Printer Configuration Define and Save Optimal Configurations for Applications Saved Configurations can be Shared with other Printers and Sent via Email Download Files, Formats and Fonts Query Memory Modules
Be sure to use the NETira CT utility located on the Accessories CD-ROM that is included with your
1) Once installed launch the NETira CT configuration utility:
2) Be sure the printer is ‘ON’. Connect the host to the printer (see Section 2.1.2).
printer. Older versions might not operate correctly with some printers. For the latest version please visit our web site at http://www.datamax-oneil.com
For Serial Connections:
a) Query the printer by using the ‘Auto Detect’ button.
This will connect to the printer and retrieve the setting currently stored in the printer.
For USB Connections:
a) In the toolbar, from the drop down menu box,
select “USB_VIRTUAL_COM”. Then click on the Query Printer Icon
For LAN IP Address Connections:
Close the ‘Open a configuration file…’ dialogue box.
a) In the toolbar, Click on the ‘ TCP/IP Configuration’
Icon
b) In the ‘TCP/IP Configuration’ dial ogue box enter the
IP address of the printer and click ‘OK’. (The IP address should be displayed on the printers LCD).
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