Zebra Technologies RFID-R110PAX01 Thermal Transfer on Demand Bar Code Printer User Manual R110PAX3 User Guide
Zebra Technologies Corporation Thermal Transfer on Demand Bar Code Printer R110PAX3 User Guide
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- 1. Users Manual Part 1
- 2. Users Manual Part 2
Users Manual Part 1
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| Date Submitted | 2004-10-05 00:00:00 |
| Date Available | 2004-10-05 00:00:00 |
| Creation Date | 2004-09-21 14:03:37 |
| Producing Software | Acrobat Distiller 5.0.5 (Windows) |
| Document Lastmod | 2004-10-05 09:33:36 |
| Document Title | R110PAX3 User Guide |
| Document Creator | FrameMaker 7.1 |
| Document Author: | Zebra Technologies Corporation |
Zebra® R110PAX3™ Print Engine User Guide © 2004 ZIH Corp. The copyrights in this manual and the label print engine described therein are owned by Zebra Technologies. Unauthorized reproduction of this manual or the software in the label print engine may result in imprisonment of up to one year and fines of up to $10,000 (17 U.S.C.506). Copyright violators may be subject to civil liability. All product names and numbers are Zebra trademarks, and Zebra, the Zebra logo, ZPL, ZPL II, ZebraNet, ZebraLink, are registered trademarks of ZIH Corp. All rights reserved. All other brand names, product names, or trademarks belong to their respective holders. Customer Order # 58981L-001 Manufacturer Part # 58981L-001 Rev. 1 Contents About This Document . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Who Should Use This Document . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . How This Document Is Organized . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Document Conventions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Related Documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 • Print Engine Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Print Engine Exterior View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Front Panel Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Front Panel Indicator Lights (LEDs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Power On/Off Switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 2 • Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Unpack and Inspect the Print Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Report Shipping Damage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Store the Print Engine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Shipping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Print Engine Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Install the Print Engine in an Applicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connect the Print Engine to a Power Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Power Cord Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58981L-001 Rev. 1 9/7/2004 R110PAX3 User Guide 14 15 15 15 15 16 16 21 22 23 iii Contents Select a Communication Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Standard Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Optional Print Servers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DB-15 Applicator Interface Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . System Considerations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Interface Considerations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Data Cable Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Types of Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ribbon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . When to Use Ribbon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Coated Side of Ribbon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 24 25 25 25 25 26 27 29 29 29 3 • Print Engine Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Load Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Load Ribbon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Remove Used Ribbon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Print a Configuration Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Print a Network Configuration Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Calibrate the Print Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adjust Media Sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Reflective Media Sensor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Transmissive Media Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 38 43 44 45 46 48 48 48 4 • Print Engine Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Enter Setup Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Exit Setup Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Changing Password-Protected Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Default Password Value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Disable the Password Protection Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Front Panel LCD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ZebraNet® Print Server LCD Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 52 52 54 54 54 55 73 5 • RFID Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 Transponder Placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 ZPL II Commands for RFID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 ^HV ^RS ^RT ^WT Host Verification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 RFID Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Read Tag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Write Tag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Sample of RFID Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 iv R110PAX3 User Guide 9/7/2004 58981L-001 Rev. 1 Contents 6 • Routine Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Cleaning Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Clean Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Clean Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Clean the Sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Clean the Printhead and Platen Roller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Toggle Positioning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Printhead Pressure Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Power Fuse Replacement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 90 91 91 93 95 96 97 7 • Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Troubleshooting Checklists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 LCD Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Memory Errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Print Quality Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Communications Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Miscellaneous Print Engine Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 Print Engine Diagnostics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110 Power-On Self Test. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110 Additional Print Engine Self Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110 Communications Diagnostics Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116 A • Print Engine Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 General Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118 Physical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118 Environmental Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118 Agency Approvals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118 Electrical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119 Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119 Communications Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119 Memory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119 Zebra Programming Language (ZPL II) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Bar Codes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Printing Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Media Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Ribbon Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 58981L-001 Rev. 1 9/7/2004 R110PAX3 User Guide Contents B • Data Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Parallel Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Serial Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Serial Pin Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . RS-232 Interface Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Applicator Interface Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Applicator Interface Connector Pin Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jumper Configurations for +5 V I/O Applicator Interface Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 127 128 129 132 132 134 Proprietary Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Printer Software and Firmware License Agreement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 vi R110PAX3 User Guide 9/7/2004 58981L-001 Rev. 1 About This Document This section provides you with contact information, document structure and organization, and additional reference documents. Contents Who Should Use This Document . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . How This Document Is Organized . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Document Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Related Documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58981L-001 Rev. 1 9/7/2004 R110PAX3 User Guide About This Document Who Should Use This Document Who Should Use This Document This User Guide is intended for use by any person who needs to operate or troubleshoot problems with the print engine. How This Document Is Organized The User Guide is set up as follows: Section Description Print Engine Basics on page 7 This chapter provides a high-level overview of the print engine and its components. Getting Started on page 13 This chapter provides the tasks that you must complete and the issues that you must consider before you load and configure your print engine. Print Engine Operation on page 31 If you have completed the tasks and resolved issues in the checklist in Before You Begin on page 14, use this chapter to load the print engine, to calibrate the print engine, and to print configuration labels. Print Engine Configuration on page 51 This chapter describes the front panel parameters that are used to configure the print engine for operation. RFID Guidelines on page 75 This chapter provides an overview of how RFID works and the ZPL commands used to create RFID labels. Routine Maintenance on page 89 This chapter provides routine cleaning and maintenance procedures. Troubleshooting on page 99 This chapter provides you with information about LCD, print quality, communications, and other errors that you might need to troubleshoot. If you need technical assistance, contact your equipment supplier. Print Engine Specifications on page 117 This appendix provides the features of and specifications for the print engine. Data Ports on page 125 This appendix describes the standard communication ports available to connect the print engine to your computer or network. Glossary on page 149 The glossary provides a list of common terms. R110PAX3 User Guide 9/7/2004 58981L-001 Rev. 1 About This Document Contacts Contacts You can contact Zebra Technologies at any of the following: Visit us at: http://www.zebra.com Our Mailing Addresses: Zebra Technologies Corporation 333 Corporate Woods Parkway Vernon Hills, Illinois 60061.3109 U.S.A Telephone: +1 847.634.6700 Fax: +1 847.913.8766 Zebra Technologies Europe Limited Zebra House The Valley Centre, Gordon Road High Wycombe Buckinghamshire HP13 6EQ, UK Telephone: +44 (0)1494 472872 Fax: +44 (0)1494 450103 Support You can contact Zebra support at: Web Address: www.zebra.com/SS/service_support.htm Note • The web address is case-sensitive. US Phone Number +1 847.913.2259 UK/International Phone Number +44 (0) 1494 768289 58981L-001 Rev. 1 9/7/2004 R110PAX3 User Guide About This Document Document Conventions Document Conventions The following conventions are used throughout this document to convey certain information: Alternate Color (online only) Cross-references contain hot links to other sections in this guide. If you are viewing this guide online in .pdf format, you can click the cross-reference (blue text) to jump directly to its location. Command Line Examples All command line examples appear in Courier New font. For example, type the following to get to the Post-Install scripts in the bin directory: Ztools Files and Directories All file names and directories appear in Courier New font. For example, the Zebra.tar file and the /root directory. Cautions, Important, Note, and Example Electrostatic Discharge Caution • Warns you of the potential for electrostatic discharge. Electric Shock Caution • Warns you of a potential electric shock situation. Caution • Warns you of a situation where excessive heat could cause a burn. Caution • Advises you that failure to take or avoid a specific action could result in physical harm to you. Caution • Advises you that failure to take or avoid a specific action could result in physical harm to the hardware. Important • Advises you of information that is essential to complete a task. Note • Indicates neutral or positive information that emphasizes or supplements important points of the main text. Example • Provides an example, often a scenario, to better clarify a section of text. Tools • Tells you what tools you need to complete a given task. R110PAX3 User Guide 9/7/2004 58981L-001 Rev. 1 About This Document Related Documents Illustration Callouts Callouts are used when an illustration contains information that needs to be labeled and described. A table that contains the labels and descriptions follows the graphic. Figure 1 provides an example. Figure 1 • Sample Figure with Callouts SETUP/EXIT button CALIBRATE button Related Documents The following documents might be helpful references: • ZPL II® Programming Guide Volume I (part number 45541L) and Volume II (part number 45542L). • PrintServer II User and Reference Guide (part number 45537L) 58981L-001 Rev. 1 9/7/2004 R110PAX3 User Guide About This Document Related Documents Notes • ___________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ To provide feedback on this document, please send your comments to techpubs@zebra.com, or write your comments on this page and fax to the following: Fax: 1.847.821.1795 Attention: TechPubs — CTC R110PAX3 User Guide 9/7/2004 58981L-001 Rev. 1 1 Print Engine Basics This chapter provides a high-level overview of the print engine and its components. Contents Print Engine Exterior View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Front Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Front Panel Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Front Panel Indicator Lights (LEDs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Power On/Off Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 58981L-001 Rev. 1 9/7/2004 R110PAX3 User Guide Print Engine Basics Print Engine Exterior View Print Engine Exterior View The print engine is available in a right-hand configuration (media moves from left to right, Figure 2). Figure 2 • Right-Hand (RH) Print Engine Media Door Front Panel Power Switch R110PAX3 User Guide 9/7/2004 58981L-001 Rev. 1 Print Engine Basics Front Panel Front Panel All controls and indicators for the print engine are located on the front of the print engine on the front panel (Figure 3). The Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) shows operating status and feature parameters. The front panel buttons are used to control the print engine operations and to set parameters. The front panel lights (LEDs) indicate the print engine’s status. Figure 3 • Front Panel Buttons LCD Lights/LEDs Front Panel Buttons The front panel buttons are shown in Table 1. Table 1 • Front Panel Buttons Button Description/Function BLACK OVALS The two black ovals are used to change values for the parameter displayed on the LCD. Common uses include increasing or decreasing a value, answering yes or no, indicating ON or OFF, and scrolling through choices. PREVIOUS Scrolls the LCD to the previous parameter. NEXT Scrolls the LCD to the next parameter. SETUP/EXIT Enters and exits Setup mode. PAUSE Stops and restarts the printing process or removes error messages and clears the LCD. When the print engine is paused, the PAUSE light is on. • If the print engine is idle, it enters Pause mode immediately. • If the print engine is printing, the label is completed before the printing process stops. CANCEL CANCEL functions only in PAUSE mode. Pressing CANCEL has these effects: • Cancels the label format that is currently printing. • If no label format is printing, the next one to be printed is canceled. • If no label formats are waiting to be printed, CANCEL is ignored. To clear the print engine’s entire label format memory, press and hold CANCEL until the DATA light turns off. 58981L-001 Rev. 1 9/7/2004 R110PAX3 User Guide Print Engine Basics Front Panel Table 1 • Front Panel Buttons (Continued) Button Description/Function FEED Feeds a blank label. • If the print engine is idle or paused, the label is fed immediately. • If the print engine is printing, the label is fed after the current batch finishes printing. CALIBRATE CALIBRATE functions only in PAUSE mode. Press CALIBRATE to recalibrate for proper media length, to set media type (continuous/non-continuous), and to set print method (direct thermal/thermal transfer). Front Panel Indicator Lights (LEDs) The front panel lights are described in Table 2. Table 2 • Front Panel Lights LED OFF Indicates ON Indicates FLASHING Indicates POWER (Green) Print engine is OFF, or no power to print engine. Power switch is ON, and power is being supplied to print engine. — PAUSE (Yellow) Normal operation. One of the following: • Print engine is paused because of an error condition (printhead, ribbon, or paper error). Usually occurs in conjunction with another LED. • PAUSE was pressed. • A pause was requested from the Applicator Port. • A pause was received as part of the label format. — DATA (Green) No data being received or processed. Data is processing or printing is taking place. No data is being received. Print engine is receiving data from or sending status information to the host computer. MEDIA (Yellow) Normal operation. Media properly loaded. Out of media. (Print engine is paused, LCD displays error message, and PAUSE light is ON). — RIBBON (Yellow) Normal operation. Ribbon properly loaded. Ribbon in while print engine is in direct thermal mode, or no ribbon loaded while print engine is in thermal transfer mode. Print engine is paused, LCD displays error message, and PAUSE light is ON. — ERROR (Orange) No print engine errors. — Print engine error exists. Check the LCD for status. 10 R110PAX3 User Guide 9/7/2004 58981L-001 Rev. 1 Print Engine Basics Power On/Off Switch Power On/Off Switch The power on/off switch is located on the top of the print engine housing, as shown in Figure 4. When this switch is placed in the ON (I) position, the POWER light turns on, and the print engine automatically performs a Power-On Self Test (POST). For more information, see Power-On Self Test on page 110. Figure 4 • Print Engine Power Switch 58981L-001 Rev. 1 9/7/2004 R110PAX3 User Guide 11 Print Engine Basics Power On/Off Switch Notes • ___________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ 12 R110PAX3 User Guide 9/7/2004 58981L-001 Rev. 1 2 Getting Started This chapter provides the tasks that you must complete and the issues that you must consider before you load and configure your print engine. Contents Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Unpack and Inspect the Print Engine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Report Shipping Damage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Store the Print Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Shipping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Print Engine Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Install the Print Engine in an Applicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connect the Print Engine to a Power Source. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Power Cord Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Select a Communication Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Standard Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Optional Print Servers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DB-15 Applicator Interface Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . System Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Interface Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Data Cable Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Types of Media. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ribbon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . When to Use Ribbon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Coated Side of Ribbon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58981L-001 Rev. 1 9/7/2004 R110PAX3 User Guide 14 15 15 15 15 16 16 21 22 23 24 24 25 25 25 25 26 27 29 29 29 13 Getting Started Before You Begin Before You Begin Review this checklist, and resolve any issues before you begin setting up your print engine. When you are ready, continue with Print Engine Operation on page 31. Unpack and Inspect the Print Engine Have you unpacked the print engine and inspected it for damage? If you have not, see Unpack and Inspect the Print Engine on page 15. Install the Print Engine Have you considered what factors will affect how the print engine is installed into an applicator? Is the print engine mounted in an applicator? For information, see Print Engine Installation on page 16. Attach a Power Cord Do you have the correct power cord for your print engine? If you are unsure, see Power Cord Specifications on page 23. To attach the power cord and connect the print engine to a power source, see Connect the Print Engine to a Power Source on page 22. Connect to a Data Source Have you determined how the print engine will connect to a data source (usually a computer)? For more information, see Select a Communication Interface on page 24. Select Media Do you have the correct media for your application? If you are unsure, see Types of Media on page 27. Select Ribbon Do you need to use ribbon, and is the appropriate ribbon available, if needed? If you are unsure, see Ribbon on page 29. 14 R110PAX3 User Guide 9/7/2004 58981L-001 Rev. 1 Getting Started Unpack and Inspect the Print Engine Unpack and Inspect the Print Engine When you unpack the print engine, save all packing materials. Inspect the print engine for possible damage incurred during shipment. Check all exterior surfaces for damage. Raise the media door, and inspect the media compartment for damage to components. Report Shipping Damage If you discover shipping damage upon inspection: • Immediately notify the shipping company of the damage, and file a damage report with them. Zebra is not responsible for any damage incurred during shipment of the equipment and does not repair this damage under warranty. • Keep all packaging material for shipping company inspection. • Notify your authorized Zebra reseller. Store the Print Engine If you are not placing the print engine into immediate operation, repackage it using the original packing materials. You may store the print engine under the following conditions: • Temperature: –40° to 160°F (–40° to 71°C) • Relative humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing Shipping If you must ship the print engine, remove any ribbon from the spindles to avoid damaging the print engine. Carefully pack the print engine into the original container or a suitable alternate container to avoid damage during transit. A shipping container can be purchased from Zebra if the original packaging has been lost or destroyed. 58981L-001 Rev. 1 9/7/2004 R110PAX3 User Guide 15 Getting Started Print Engine Installation Print Engine Installation This section provides basic information for mounting the print engine into an applicator. The illustrations in this section show the print engine from different angles and include measurements and clearance needs. Requirements Stability When the print engine is mounted, the complete assembly must be physically stable. When the print engine is loaded with ribbon and media, the equipment must not become physically unstable. Ventilation and Temperature Provide ventilation for the print engine mounting enclosure to remove heat and ensure uninterrupted, trouble-free operation of the print engine. Ambient air temperature surrounding the print engine must not exceed the following: • Temperature: 32° to 105°F (0° to 41°C) • Relative humidity: 20% to 95% non-condensing Power Requirements Consider the current rating of the print engine during installation. When power is applied to the print engine and the enclosing equipment, an overload condition must not be created. Grounding Requirements Maintain reliable grounding of the print engine. Pay particular attention to the AC power supply connections so that earth ground is maintained through the AC power input connector. Clearance for Cables and Connectors Allow ample space at the rear of the print engine for electronic connectors and dressing of the following cables: IEC power cord, serial and/or parallel host communication cable, and the discrete signal (applicator) interface cable. Power Cord Requirements The IEC power cord does not have a strain relief on the print engine. If the operating characteristics of the applicator include vibration or strain on the power cord, provide an appropriate clamping mechanism to avoid unintentional disconnection of the power cord from the print engine. 16 R110PAX3 User Guide 9/7/2004 58981L-001 Rev. 1 Getting Started Print Engine Installation Figure 5 • Front View 58981L-001 Rev. 1 9/7/2004 R110PAX3 User Guide 17 Getting Started Print Engine Installation Figure 6 • Right Side View 18 R110PAX3 User Guide 9/7/2004 58981L-001 Rev. 1 Getting Started Print Engine Installation Figure 7 • Rear View 58981L-001 Rev. 1 9/7/2004 R110PAX3 User Guide 19 Getting Started Print Engine Installation Figure 8 • Top View 20 R110PAX3 User Guide 9/7/2004 58981L-001 Rev. 1 Getting Started Print Engine Installation Install the Print Engine in an Applicator This section provides the basic instructions for installing the print engine into an applicator. Caution • If the print engine is installed improperly, it could fall out of the applicator and cause injury. The center mounting bolt and four mounting screws must be installed and secured. See Figure 9 for the location of the bolt and screws. To install the print engine into an applicator, complete these steps: 1. See Figure 9. Install the center mounting bolt into the center hole on the applicator. 2. Carefully place the keyhole on the center mounting bolt. Note • The keyhole and the center mounting bolt are designed to support the print engine and assist in installing and removing the four mounting screws. 3. Install the four corner mounting screws to secure the print engine to the applicator. Figure 9 • Front View of Print Engine in Applicator 58981L-001 Rev. 1 9/7/2004 Mounting screws (four total) Keyhole Center mounting bolt (shown inside hole on applicator) R110PAX3 User Guide 21 Getting Started Connect the Print Engine to a Power Source Connect the Print Engine to a Power Source The power supply in the print engine automatically detects the applied line voltage and works in the 90 to 264 VAC, 48 to 62 Hz range. Refer to Figure 10. The AC power cord must have a three-prong female connector on one end that plugs into the mating AC power connector at the rear of the print engine. If a power cable was not included with your print engine, refer to Power Cord Specifications on page 23. Caution • For personnel and equipment safety, always use an approved three-conductor power cord specific to the region or country intended for installation. This cord must use an IEC 320 female connector and the appropriate region-specific three-conductor grounded plug configuration. To connect the print engine to a power source, complete these steps: 1. Turn Off (O) the print engine power switch (located on the top of the print engine housing). 2. Plug the power cord into the AC power connector on the rear of the print engine. Figure 10 • Power Connection AC power connector 3. Plug the other end of the power cord into the power source. 22 R110PAX3 User Guide 9/7/2004 58981L-001 Rev. 1 Getting Started Connect the Print Engine to a Power Source Power Cord Specifications Depending on how your print engine was ordered, a power cord may or may not be included. If one is not included or if the one included is not suitable for your requirements, refer to the following guidelines: • The overall cord length must be less than 9.8 ft (3.0 m). • The cord must be rated for at least 5 A, 250 V. • The chassis ground (earth) must be connected to ensure safety and reduce electromagnetic interference. The third wire in the power cord grounds the connection (Figure 11). Figure 11 • Power Cord Specifications • AC power plug for your country 3-conductor HAR cable IEC 320 connector Contact view of plug—(a) neutral, (b) earth, (c) live The AC power plug and the IEC 320 connector must bear the certification mark of at least one of the known international safety organizations shown in Figure 12. Figure 12 • International Safety Organization Marks 58981L-001 Rev. 1 9/7/2004 R110PAX3 User Guide 23 Getting Started Select a Communication Interface Select a Communication Interface The way that you connect your print engine to a data source depends on the communication options installed in the print engine. See Data Ports on page 125 for control signal descriptions and other additional information. Caution • Connecting a data communications cable while the power is ON may damage the print engine. Note • You must supply all interface cables for your application. Refer to Data Cable Requirements on page 26 for specific cable requirements. Standard Connections Refer to Figure 13. The print engine comes standard with both an Electronics Industries Association (EIA) RS-232 serial interface (DB-9 connector) and an IEEE 1284 bi-directional parallel interface. You may use either of these interface methods to send commands and label formats from a host to the print engine. Figure 13 • Cable Connections 24 DB-15 applicator interface port Parallel interface connector DB-9 serial interface connector R110PAX3 User Guide 9/7/2004 58981L-001 Rev. 1 Getting Started Select a Communication Interface Optional Print Servers • External ZebraNet PrintServer II (PSII). For more information on PSII, see the PrintServer II User and Reference Guide (Zebra part number 45537L). DB-15 Applicator Interface Connector A DB-15 Applicator Interface Connector provides communication between the print engine and the associated applicator hardware. In some applications, control signal timing may be a critical element in the performance of the print engine. System Considerations Communications Code The print engine sends and receives American Standard Code for Information Interchange (ASCII). This code consists of 128 characters (256 for Code Page 850) including uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, punctuation marks, and various control codes. Interfaces The method of interfacing the print engine to a data source depends on the communication options installed in the print engine and the host. The standard interfaces are an RS-232 serial data port and an IEEE 1284 bi-directional parallel port. Communication Specifications When communicating via an asynchronous serial data port (RS-232), the baud rate, number of data and stop bits, the parity, and the XON/XOFF or DTR control are user-selectable and should be set to match those of the host computer. When communicating via the IEEE 1284 bi-directional parallel port, the previously mentioned parameters do not apply. Refer to Print Engine Configuration on page 51 to configure the communication parameters for the print engine. Interface Considerations RS-232 A serial communication method consisting of data and control signals; available as a standard feature on most PCs and other hosts. • Advantages: Cables and connectors are readily available from computer equipment stores and suppliers; easy to connect; two-way communication between the host and the print engine. • Disadvantages: Slower than the parallel connection; limited to 50 feet (15.24 m) of cable. IEEE 1284 Bi-directional Parallel A common communication method available on most PCs and other hosts. • Advantages: Fastest of the four communication interfaces; cables and connectors are readily available from computer equipment stores and suppliers; two-way communication between the host and the print engine; easy to connect. • Disadvantages: Shorter recommended cable length of 6 feet (1.83 m); many computers are equipped with only one parallel port, allowing only one IEEE 1284 bi-directional device to be connected at a time. 58981L-001 Rev. 1 9/7/2004 R110PAX3 User Guide 25 Getting Started Select a Communication Interface Data Cable Requirements Data cables must be fully shielded and fitted with metal or metallized connector shells. Shielded cables and connectors are required to prevent radiation and reception of electrical noise. To minimize electrical noise pickup in the cable: • Keep data cables as short as possible. • Do not bundle the data cables tightly with the power cords. • Do not tie the data cables to power wire conduits. Note • Print engines comply with FCC Rules and Regulations, Part 15, Subpart J, for Class A equipment, using fully-shielded 6-foot (2-meter) data cables. Use of longer cables or unshielded cables may increase radiated emissions above the Class A limits. 26 R110PAX3 User Guide 9/7/2004 58981L-001 Rev. 1 Getting Started Types of Media Types of Media The print engine can use various types of media (Table 3). We strongly recommend the use of Zebra-brand supplies for continuous high-quality printing. A wide range of paper, polypropylene, polyester, and vinyl stock has been specifically engineered to enhance the printing capabilities of the printer and to ensure against premature printhead wear. Table 3 • Types of Media Media Type How It Looks Description Non-Continuous Roll Media The media is wound on a core. Individual labels are separated by a gap, notch, hole, or black mark, which enables you to see where one label ends and the next one begins. When using media that has holes or notches, position the media sensor directly over a hole or notch. Figure 14 and Figure 15 show non-continuous web and black mark media. Figure 14 • Non-Continuous Web Media Figure 15 • Non-Continuous Black Mark Media Continuous Roll Media 58981L-001 Rev. 1 The media is wound on a core and is without gaps, holes, notches, or black marks. This allows the image to be printed anywhere on the label. 9/7/2004 R110PAX3 User Guide 27 Getting Started Types of Media Table 3 • Types of Media (Continued) Media Type How It Looks Description Fanfold Media The media is folded in a zigzag pattern. RFID “Smart” Media (for use with RFID-capable print engines only) Each label has a radio frequency identification (RFID) chip and antenna inlay embedded between the label and the liner. The media is made from the same materials and adhesives as non-RFID labels. The outline of the transponder (which varies by manufacturer) can be seen through the label. All “smart” labels have memory that can be read, and many have memory that can be encoded. 28 R110PAX3 User Guide 9/7/2004 58981L-001 Rev. 1 Getting Started Ribbon Ribbon Ribbon is a thin film that is coated on one side with wax or wax resin, which is transferred to the media during the thermal transfer process. The media determines whether you need to use ribbon and how wide the ribbon must be. When ribbon is used, it must be as wide as or wider than the media being used. If the ribbon is narrower than the media, areas of the printhead are unprotected and subject to premature wear. When to Use Ribbon Thermal transfer media requires ribbon for printing while direct thermal media does not. To determine if ribbon must be used with a particular media, perform a media scratch test. To perform a label scratch test, complete these steps: 1. Scratch the print surface of the media with your fingernail. 2. Did a black mark appear on the media? If a black mark... Then the media is... Does not appear on the media Thermal transfer. A ribbon is required. Appears on the media Direct thermal. No ribbon is required, though ribbon may be used to help protect the printhead from abrasion with the media. Coated Side of Ribbon Ribbon can be wound with the coated side on the inside or outside (Figure 16). This print engine can only use ribbon that is coated on the outside. If you are unsure which side of a particular roll of ribbon is coated, perform an adhesive test or a ribbon scratch test to determine which side is coated. Figure 16 • Ribbon Coated on Outside or Inside Outside 58981L-001 Rev. 1 9/7/2004 R110PAX3 User Guide Inside 29 Getting Started Ribbon Adhesive Test If you have labels or sticky tape available, perform the adhesive test to determine which side of a ribbon is coated. This method works well for ribbon that is already installed. To perform an adhesive test, complete these steps: 1. Peel a label from its liner. 2. Press a corner of the sticky side of the label to the outer surface of the roll of ribbon. 3. Peel the label off of the ribbon. 4. Observe the results. Did flakes or particles of ink from the ribbon adhere to the label? If ink from the ribbon... Then... Adhered to the label The ribbon is coated on the outer surface. Did not adhere to the label The ribbon is coated on the inner surface. To verify this, repeat the test on the inner surface of the roll of ribbon. Ribbon Scratch Test If you do not have labels available, perform the ribbon scratch test. This method works best for ribbon that is not installed. To perform a ribbon scratch test, complete these steps: 1. Unroll a short length of ribbon. 2. Place the unrolled section of ribbon on a piece of paper with the outer surface of the ribbon in contact with the paper. 3. Scratch the inner surface of the unrolled ribbon with your fingernail. 4. Lift the ribbon from the paper. 5. Observe the results. Did the ribbon leave a mark on the paper? 30 If the ribbon... Then... Left a mark on the paper The ribbon is coated on the outer surface. Did not leave a mark on the paper The ribbon is coated on the inner surface. To verify this, repeat the test on the other surface of the roll of ribbon. R110PAX3 User Guide 9/7/2004 58981L-001 Rev. 1 3 Print Engine Operation If you have completed the tasks and resolved issues in the checklist in Before You Begin on page 14, use this chapter to load the print engine, to calibrate the print engine, and to print configuration labels. Contents Load Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Load Ribbon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Remove Used Ribbon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Print a Configuration Label. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Print a Network Configuration Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Calibrate the Print Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adjust Media Sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Transmissive Media Sensor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Reflective Media Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58981L-001 Rev. 1 9/7/2004 R110PAX3 User Guide 32 38 43 44 45 46 48 48 48 31 Print Engine Operation Load Media Load Media Figure 17 identifies the media-handling components. Figure 18 on page 33 shows the print engine with media loaded. Figure 17 • Components for Media Loading 12 11 10 32 5 4 Printhead latch Printhead assembly Peel bar Media liner roller Printhead locking pin Media guide R110PAX3 User Guide 10 11 12 Pinch roller release button Pinch roller assembly Peel roller assembly Peel roller latch Lower guide post Upper guide post 9/7/2004 58981L-001 Rev. 1 Print Engine Operation Load Media Figure 18 • Loaded Media To load media, complete these steps: 1. Load media on the media supply reel of the applicator (refer to the applicator’s user guide). 2. Open the media door. 3. See Figure 19. Press the release button on the pinch roller assembly, and allow the assembly to pivot up. Figure 19 • Opening the Pinch Roller 58981L-001 Rev. 1 9/7/2004 Pinch roller assembly Pinch roller release button R110PAX3 User Guide 33 Print Engine Operation Load Media 4. See Figure 20. Slide the outer media guide all the way out. Figure 20 • Sliding the Outer Media Guide Outer media guide 5. See Figure 21. Open the printhead assembly by unlatching the printhead latch from the locking pin. Caution • The printhead may be hot and could cause severe burns. Allow the printhead to cool. Figure 21 • Opening the Printhead Assembly 34 Printhead latch Locking pin R110PAX3 User Guide 9/7/2004 58981L-001 Rev. 1 Print Engine Operation Load Media 6. See Figure 22. Thread the media under the upper guide post, below the pinch roller assembly, and under the printhead assembly. 7. See Figure 22. Extend approximately 30 in. (75 cm) of media past the peel bar. Remove and discard the labels from this exposed media. Figure 22 • Threading the Media 58981L-001 Rev. 1 9/7/2004 Upper guide post Pinch roller assembly Printhead assembly Label Liner R110PAX3 User Guide 35 Print Engine Operation Load Media 8. See Figure 23. Position the media so that it is aligned with and just touching the inner media guide. 9. See Figure 23. Position the outer media guide so that it just touches the outer edge of the media. Figure 23 • Adjusting the Outer Media Guide Inner media guide Outer media guide Media 10. See Figure 19 on page 33. Press down on the pinch roller assembly until it locks closed. 11. See Figure 21 on page 34. Close the printhead assembly by rotating the printhead latch until it latches onto the locking pin. 12. See Figure 24. Raise the peel roller latch so that the peel roller assembly pivots down. Figure 24 • Releasing the Peel Roller Assembly 36 Peel roller latch Peel roller assembly R110PAX3 User Guide 9/7/2004 58981L-001 Rev. 1 Print Engine Operation Load Media 13. See Figure 25. Thread the media liner around the peel bar, under the media liner roller, and through the peel roller assembly. Note • If the applicator has an air tube, route the media liner between the air tube and the peel bar. Do not thread the media liner over the air tube. Figure 25 • Threading the Liner Lower guide post Peel bar Media liner roller Peel roller assembly 14. See Figure 26. Rotate the peel roller assembly up until it locks into the closed position. Figure 26 • Closed Peel Roller Assembly 15. See Figure 25. Thread the media liner past the lower guide post and around the take-up spindle of the applicator (refer to the applicator’s user guide). 16. Close the media door. 58981L-001 Rev. 1 9/7/2004 R110PAX3 User Guide 37 Print Engine Operation Load Ribbon Load Ribbon Use ribbon with thermal transfer media. The ribbon must be coated on the outside and wider than the media. If the ribbon is narrower than the media, areas of the printhead are unprotected and subject to premature wear. Figure 27 identifies the ribbon system components inside the media compartment of a right-hand print engine. Figure 28 on page 39 shows the print engine with ribbon loaded. Figure 27 • Components for Ribbon Loading 38 Ribbon supply spindle Ribbon take-up spindle Upper dancer assembly Printhead latch Printhead assembly R110PAX3 User Guide Locking pin Ribbon sensor Ribbon sensor reflector Lower dancer assembly 9/7/2004 58981L-001 Rev. 1 Print Engine Operation Load Ribbon Figure 28 • Loaded Ribbon To load ribbon, complete these steps: 1. See Figure 29. Place a full ribbon roll onto the ribbon supply spindle so the ribbon rotates as shown, and then push the roll toward the print engine frame until it is fully seated. Figure 29 • Placing Ribbon on the Ribbon Supply Spindle 58981L-001 Rev. 1 9/7/2004 Ribbon supply spindle with media R110PAX3 User Guide 39 Print Engine Operation Load Ribbon 2. See Figure 30. On the lower dancer assembly, squeeze the opening tabs to pivot open the dancer arm. 3. See Figure 30. Carefully thread the ribbon through the lower dancer assembly, and then slowly release the dancer arm. Figure 30 • Opening a Dancer Assembly Opening tabs Ribbon 4. See Figure 31. Thread the ribbon between the ribbon sensor and the ribbon sensor reflector. Figure 31 • Ribbon Sensor 40 Ribbon sensor reflector Ribbon sensor R110PAX3 User Guide 9/7/2004 58981L-001 Rev. 1
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