Psion Teklogix MLP 3040 Series manual Introduction

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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing a Psion Teklogix MLP 3040 Series Mobile Thermal Printer. The MLP 3040 series offer a variety of configurations to suit any printing environment.

The MLP 3040 series consists of three basic models for receipt and label printing. The standard MLP 3040 prints on receipt paper supplied in roll form up to 4.2 inches wide. The MLP 3040 SL model prints on receipt paper up to 4” wide and 6” long supplied in easy to load cassettes containing 100 sheets each. The MLP 3040 LP model is able to print on either receipt paper or labels supplied in roll form up to 4.2” wide.

All models include “black mark” sensing capabilities on the printed side of the media, and the MLP 3040 LP also supports rear black mark sensing and label gap sensing. All models are equipped with a Serial RS-232C port and will support one additional, optional interface. The interfaces available are IrDA, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi.

Each printer is shipped with a battery, a belt loop system, a two page Quick Start Guide, and either one roll or one cassette of receipt paper.

This manual has been written for the end user and contains information needed for the set up and everyday use of the printer. It also contains information regarding preventative maintenance and how to obtain service if needed.

The information in this manual is arranged in the following sections:

Getting Started contains the minimum steps required to get the printer set up and able to communicate with your host system.

Daily Operation describes the activities that are likely to be encountered under normal operation by most users. Printer Configuration contains detailed information on all the features available in the Setup menus.

Interfacing To A Host Computer provides basic information related to connecting the printer to a computer via the standard RS-232C Serial port or one of the optional IrDA, Bluetooth, or Wi-Fi interfaces.

Power Considerations provides information regarding operation on the internal battery or from an external supply.

Maintenance and Troubleshooting contains information on how to care for your printer to keep it working at peak performance. This section also includes a list of printer error messages and suggestions on how to solve problems.

Advanced Setup Features contains additional information for systems administrators.

Print & Font Samples offers examples of printed output and character mapping for the standard fonts.

Specifications provides detailed information regarding performance, media specifications, and options available for your MLP 3040 series printer.

Glossary of Terms is a reference for terminology used within this manual and in the computer and printer industry.

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Contents MLP3040 Series Operator’s Manual Psion Teklogix Corporation 3000 Kustom Drive Hebron, KYFCC Part 15 Class B Battery DisposalLesen Sie vor der Inbetriebnahme die Aufbau- und Bedienungsanleitung Do not operate near a heat sourceNehmen Sie den Drucker nicht in der Nähe einer Wärmequelle in Betrieb Page Getting Started Printer ConfigurationPower Considerations IntroductionSpecifications Table of ContentsMaintenance and Troubleshooting Advanced Setup FeaturesIntroduction Page Figure 1 - Battery Installation and Power Connector Battery Installation and ChargingGetting Started Figure 2 - Opening Paper Door Installing MediaRoll Media Getting StartedMovable Support Cassette MediaFigure 3 - Media Support Figure 4 - Paper Laying Through Print HeadPerforming A Printer Self Test Turning the Printer On and OffFigure 5 - Cassette In Printer Factory Default Interface Settings Host Interface Set UpInterface Belt Loop System Figure 6 - Control Panel Daily OperationIntroduction Control PanelRemoving Printed Output Printer ConfigurationMLP 3040 and MLP 3040 LP Models Printer Configuration Figure 7 - Tearing Off Printed Output Battery ChargingMLP 3040 SL Models Power Connector Battery Indicator Using the Magnetic Card ReaderFigure 8 - MLP 3040 Power Connector & Battery Indicator Figure 9 - Using The Magnetic Card ReaderCheck Paper Additional MessagesPaper Door Open Figure 10 - MLP 3040 Control Panel Printer ConfigurationIntroduction To Setup Setup BasicsExiting Setup Entering SetupSelecting Menus Options Menu Setup Menu SummaryFormat Menu Interface MenuCurrent Format Format MenuFormat Name Spacing FontLeft Margin Form Feed Distance Right MarginPrint Contrast Maximum Paper SpeedTear to Mark Distance Mark SensingMark Sensitivity Gap SensitivityCurrent Host I/O Interface MenuSerial Interface Present DistanceStop Bits EmulationBaud Rate Data BitsRTS/CTS Handshaking IrDA InterfaceXON/XOFF Handshaking ETX/ACK HandshakingPairing Mode Bluetooth InterfaceDiscoverability On Role PolicyRole Policy Defer DiscoverabilityLocal Name Wi-Fi InterfaceAddress WLAN WEP Bits WLAN TypeWLAN Channel WLAN SSIDIP Address WEP Key WEP Key WEP Key WEP KeyWLAN Auth IP Address AssignTunnel Port Number Options MenuIP Subnet Mask IP GatewayTruncate Lines Auto Power DownMaximum Format Number User LanguagePrint Promo No Print PromotionPage Description Interfacing To A Host ComputerRS-232C Serial Interface Pin #Interfacing to a Host Computer Bluetooth InterfaceFigure 12 - Wireless Indicator & IrDA Window IrDA InterfaceWi-Fi Interface Page Standby Operation Power ConsiderationsAuto Power Down Operation Without A BatteryPage Cleaning Maintenance and TroubleshootingFigure 13 - Printer Cleaning Areas Maintenance and Troubleshooting Battery CareCharging the Battery Additional Battery and Safety InformationTesting the Power Supply and Battery Message TroubleshootingError Messages SolutionPossible Cause Other ProblemsProblem SolutionObtaining Service Options Menu Advanced Setup FeaturesFormat Menu Interface MenuPage Print Samples Print & Font SamplesCourier Font PC Line Drawing Extended Character Set Courier Font With International Extended Character SetPrint & Font Samples Sans Serif Font Page Power Management SpecificationsPrinter Specifications Printing SpecificationsOperator Controls and Indicators SpecificationsPhysical Specifications Environmental SpecificationsReceipt Paper Media SpecificationsLabels Black Mark Position Gap Sensing SpecificationsFigure 14 - Black Mark Position Accessories Supplies and AccessoriesSupplies Page Glossary of Terms Glossary
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