Wasp Bar Code WPL606 User Manual
WPL606 Thermal Label Printer
User’s Guide
For Wasp Technologies
DT/TT Printer
Copyright Wasp Bar Code Technologies 2004.
All rights reserved.
No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any
means without the written permission of Wasp Bar Code Technologies. The
information contained in this document is subject to change without notice.
Wasp is a trademark of Wasp Bar Code Technologies. All other trademarks are the
property of their respective owners.
Document Revised August 13th, 2001
CONTENTS
1. Product Introduction ..............................................................1
1.1 Specification .................................................................................................. 1
1.1.1 Printer ....................................................................................................... 1
1.1.2 Environment .............................................................................................. 1
1.1.3 Hardware................................................................................................... 1
1.1.4 Bar Code................................................................................................... 2
1.2 Optional Items................................................................................................ 2
1.3 Supplies ......................................................................................................... 2
1.3.1 Label Specification .................................................................................... 2
1.3.2 Ribbon Specification.................................................................................. 2
2. Getting Started.......................................................................3
2.1 Unpacking and Inspection.............................................................................. 3
2.2 Equipment Checklist ...................................................................................... 3
2.3 Printer Parts................................................................................................... 3
2.4 Buttons, Indicators and adjustment knobs ..................................................... 5
3. Set Up....................................................................................7
3.1 Setting Up the Printer .................................................................................... 7
3.2 Ribbon Installation ......................................................................................... 7
3.3 Label Roll Installation..................................................................................... 9
3.4 Peel-off Sensor Installation (Sold Separately) ............................................. 10
3.5 Loading Label For Peel-off Mode................................................................. 11
3.6 Self-test ....................................................................................................... 12
3.7 Dump Mode ................................................................................................. 12
4. Calibration ...........................................................................14
4.1 Printer Initialization ...................................................................................... 14
4.2 Gap/Black Mark Sensor Calibration Utility ................................................... 15
4.3 Troubleshooting Guide................................................................................. 16
5. Printer Maintenance ............................................................17
5.1 Print Head Cleaning..................................................................................... 17
5.2 Printer Cover Cleaning................................................................................. 17
5.3 Internal Parts Cleaning ................................................................................ 17
6. Support and Warranty..........................................................18
6.1 Product Support........................................................................................... 18
6.2 Warranty Information ................................................................................... 18
Appendix 1: LCD Control Panel Operation Map.......................19
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1. Product Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the W606 bar code printer. This guide will describe all
of the common operations needed to operate and maintain your W606.
1.1 Specification
1.1.1 Printer
Item Specification
Printing Mode Thermal transfer and direct thermal
Resolution
203DPI
Max. Print Length 1000 mm ( 39.4” )
Max. Print Width 104 mm ( 4” )
Print Speed 3,4,5,6 ips
1.1.2 Environment
Operating Environment
Temperature 5 - 40 OC ( 41OF - 104 OF )
Humidity 30 % - 85 %
Storage Environment
Temperature -10 - 60 OC ( 14 OF - 140 OF )
Humidity 20 - 95 %
Ventilation Free air environment
1.1.3 Hardware
Label gap sensor, Paper end sensor, Ribbon end
sensor, Ribbon near end sensor, Black mark sensor,
Sensors
Head open sensor, Case open sensor, Label taken
sensor, Paper near end sensor.
Memory
Interface
Flash ROM (2MB), DRAM (2MB) and 8M optional
flash ROM (memory module)
RS-232C, Centronics (SPP), USBV1.1, Internal LAN
adapter (optional).
Power 100 - 240 V universal switching power supply.
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1.1.4 Bar Code
Code 39, Code 93, Code128 subsets A B and C, Code 11, Codabar,
Interleaved 2 of 5, EAN-8, EAN-13, EAN-128, UPC-A, UPC-E, EAN, UPC,
EAN 2 or 5 digit add-on, UPC 2 or 5 digit Add-on, CPOST, MSI Plessy, Postnet,
EAN-14, ITF-14, PDF-417, Maxicode, DataMatrix, QR Code
1.2 Optional Items
Cutter module
Peel off sensor
Portable LCD keyboard
Memory
Internal or External Ethernet print server
1.3 Supplies
1.3.1 Label Specification
Item Specification
Type Roll and label, continuous, die-cut, fan-fold, ticket
Label Width 25.4 - 116 mm ( 1” - 4.4” )
Label Length 10 - 999 mm ( 0.4” - 39.33” )
Label Thickness 0.0 - 0.25 mm ( .003” - .001” )
Label Roll Diameter 203 mm Maximum ( 9.8” )
Roll Core Diameter 25 or 77 mm ( 1” or 3”)
Black Mark Width 3 mm Minimum ( .12” )
1.3.2 Ribbon Specification
Item Specification
Ribbon Width
25.4～114.3 mm ( 1” – 4.5” )
Ribbon Length 300 m Maximum ( 984’ )
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2. Getting Started
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2.1 Unpacking and Inspection
After receiving the bar code printer, carefully inspect the device and its packaging.
The printer is specially packaged to withstand damage in shipping. In case of
evident damage, contact the carrier directly to specify the nature and extent of
damage. Please retain the packaging materials in case you need to reship the
printer.
2.2 Equipment Checklist
W606 printer unit
Quick installation guide
Power cord
Centronics interface cable
3” (76.2 mm ) paper core adapter
Software CD disc
If any parts are missing, please contact Product Support. For contact information
see the Product Support section at the end of this document.
2.3 Printer Parts
Lights
LCD Display
Buttons
Printer Right
Side Cove
Figure 1: Printer front view
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External Label
Feed Opening
Ribbon Rewind Spindle
Figure 2: Printer rear view
Ribbon Tension
Adjustment Knob
Ribbon Supply Spindle
Centronics Port
USB port
RS-232C Port
Power Switch
Power Supply
Connector
Print Head Pressure
Adjustment Knob
Print Head Lift Lever
Figure 3: Printer interior view
Label Spindle
Media Guide Bar
Label Guide
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