SATO 410e, 400e manual Pitch Sensor Adjustment EYE-MARK Media

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Unit 6: Maintenance

PITCH SENSOR ADJUSTMENT (EYE-MARK MEDIA)

This sensor adjustment regulates penetrating ability for media referencing. Penetration modification is performed via two potentiometers that is part of the potentiometer complex located behind the access panel on the left side of the printer.

To establish penetration, upper and lower voltage levels must be set and the difference between the two voltage levels should be maximized for optimum performance.

These activities require the use of a multimeter and may be perfomed with or without the assistance of the SATO Test Module. The test module is a purchase option..

Refer to the procedure below for directions using the test module and Figure 6-11 for visual assistance.

1 Detach the access panel located on the left side of the printer.

2Adjust the VR8 potentiometer fully counter clock-wise and the VR2 adjusted center scale.

3Connect the test module to the available test connector.

4Connect the multimeter ground probe to the pin identified as GRD on the test module.

5Connect the multimeter positive probe to the pin identified as SIG.

6Turn the printer on and rotate the test module dial to the 4 position.

7Physically place the media’s reference point over the pitch sensor.

8Adjust the VR8 potentiometer until the multimeter displays a value less than +0.5V.

9Relocate the media so the paper portion is oriented over the pitch sensor.

10Regard the multimeter to determine the second measurement is greater than +1.5V.

11Use the VR8 potentiometer for fine adjustment as necessary.

12Repeat steps 6 through 11 until the required difference of 0.9V is achieved.

13Begin normal printing to ensure proper adjustment.

Multimeter Alone

Sensor adjustment may be performed by using a multimeter without the assistance of the test module. To perform this task the multimeter probes must be attached to the correct connector pins of the test connector. Connect the multimeter positive probe to pin 1A and the negative probe to pin 2B. Refer to Figures 6-11 and 6-12 for visual assistance.

EYE-MARK REFERENCE CHART

MEDIA

POTENTIOMETER

DIAL

TEST PINS

VOLT VALUE

 

 

 

 

 

Eye-Mark Label

Course: VR2

5

Positive Probe: 1A

> +0.5V

 

< +1.5V

Eye-Mark Tag

Fine: VR8

Negative Probe: 1B

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SATO XL400-410e Operator Manual

PN 9001135A

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Contents XL400e / XL410e Printers That may appear Table of Contents Troubleshooting OperationMaintenance Adjustment ProceduresPN 9001135A Introduction About this Manual Result in Presonal InjuryGeneral Description 1a, Primary ComponentsControl Features Buttons & Switches2b, Control Features Page Technical Data Environmental Physical CharacteristicsPower ProcessingCharacter Font Capabilities BAR Code Capabilties Interface ModulesRegulatory Approvals Installation Unpacking & Parts Identification Unpacking and Parts IdentificationPrinter Installation Site LocationMedia Selection Media Loading 3a, Media Loading3b, Media Loading 3d, Media Loading Ribbon Loading 3f, Media Loading4a, Ribbon Loading 4c, Ribbon Loading 4e, Ribbon Loading 4g, Ribbon Loading RS232C Specifications Interface SelectionRS232 Serial Interface Cable Requirements DB9 RS232C Serial Interface SignalsPIN Direction Signal Definition Host Connection DB9 PrinterACK SpecificationsIEEE1284 Parallel Interface InitUniversal Serial BUS USB Adapter 802.11B Wireless80211B Wireless Specifications Local Area Network LAN EthernetReceive Buffer ACK/NAK ProtocolAccessories Installation Pcmcia Memory UpgradeLabel Stacker Installation Stacker UnitOperation Printer Configuration DIP Switch PanelsDSW1 Function Descriptions DSW1 Default SettingsDSW1 Configuration OFFConfiguration DSW2 Default SettingsDSW2 Configuration DSW2 Function DescriptionsDSW3 Default Settings DSW1Function Description Configuration Modes Normal ModeTest Print Mode Test Print ModeAdvanced Mode Advanced ModeDefault Settings Mode Default Settings ModeFlash Memory Download Mode Download Font Deletion Status Description Acsii HEX TransferFlash Memory Download Mode User Download Mode User Download ModeHEX Dump Mode Hex Dump ModeCard Mode FeedNON-STANDARD Clear Mode Non-Standard Clear ModeService Mode 10a, Service Mode Test Print10b, Service Mode Sensor Level 10c, Service Mode Pitch Offset 10d, Service Mode Cut Offset 10e, Service Mode Backfeed Offset 10f, Service Mode Counter Display Menu Description Normal ModeDefault Settings Mode NON-STANDARD Code ClearAdvanced Mode Flash Memory & User Download ModesCard Mode User Test Print ModeService Mode Operational Adjustments Potentiometer DESCRIPTION/PROCEDURE11, Adjustment Panel Cutter Sensor Positioning 14a, Cutter Sensor PositioningOperator Panel 15a, Tilting Operator PanelTest Printing Powering OFFPrinting Reloading MediaTroubleshooting Error Signals LED LCD Message Beep RemedyPrinter Troubleshooting Printer Creates a Blank Label No Printed ImageMeandering Media Incorrect Label PositioningInterface Troubleshooting CHK Troubleshooting StepLAN Ehternet Interface Performance Testing Multimeter with Test ModuleTest Chart Module Dial Connector PIN Function Multimeter AloneTest Print Troubleshooting Hex Dump ModeTest Label Printing Sample Test Label Sensor Locations Sensor LocationsMaintenance Cleaning Procedures DamageReplacement Procedures Fuse ReplacementPrint Head Replacement Print Head to Prevent Damage to ITS ElementsRibbon Roller Replacement Ribbon Roller ReplacementAdjustment Procedures Print Defects Relative ProcedurePrint Head Balance Adjustment Print Head Balance AdjustmentPrint Head Alignment Print Head AlignmentPressure Roller Alignment Pressure Roller AlignmentPressure Roller Balance Pressure Roller BalanceRibbon Guide Adjustment Ribbon Guide AdjustmentRibbon Spindle Tensioning 10, Ribbon Spindle TensioningPitch Sensor Adjustment Label GAP & Center Hole Media Multimeter AlonePitch Sensor Adjustment EYE-MARK Media 11, Test Module & Sensor Potentiometers Pitch Sensor Adjustment R-CORNER Media Pitch Sensor Adjustment Side Hole Media Jump Hole Sensor Adjustment Ribbon Sensor Adjustment VR3SG / HO Cutter Sensor AdjustmentVR1 VR2

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