Pitney Bowes J693 manual Updating the Application Program, Cleaning Interior and Exterior Surfaces

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5.5.3Cleaning Interior and Exterior Surfaces

Interior Surfaces: During operation, dust particles from the media build-up inside the printer. Then, as the media is pulled through the printer, the particles can become attached and cause voids on the printed labels. To prevent this, turn ‘Off’ and unplug the printer. Remove all media. Using a soft bristle brush or compressed air, clean out the interior of the printer.

Exterior Surfaces: The outer surfaces of the printer should be cleaned using a general-purpose cleanser. Never use abrasive cleansers or solvents. To clean, turn ‘Off’ and unplug the printer. Using a soft cloth or sponge dampened with the cleanser, wipe the exterior surfaces until clean.

5.6Updating the Application Program

The printer stores its application program in Flash memory on the Main PCB. A feature is included that allows updates to this program through any printer interface port. Updates can be found on our web site. There are two modes in which the firmware of the printer can be updated: (1) the Ready Mode, or (2) the Download Mode.

Should an error occur during the file download (see Section 5.6.3), the update is aborted. If this process did not reach ‘Erasing Flash’ or ‘ Updating Software’, the previous program is left intact;

WARNING otherwise, a successful download must be completed before the printer is operable.

Note: After updating from 2.xx to 3.xx firmware for the first time, you must also download the EFIGS menu language file and copy 832296.01C (or most current version) to lpt1: /b (the DOS Copy command requires the /b parameter because this file contains binary code).

Before beginning an update, identify the current version of the printer’s application program by printing a Configuration Label (see Section 4.3.2). Compare that version string to those filenames available from our web site and then download the desired file onto your computer’s hard drive.

Proceed with the printer update accordingly:

If the current application version is 2.091 or greater, refer to Section 5.6.1

yor Section 5.6.2.

If the current application version is 2.08 or less, start with Section 5.6.2.

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Contents J693 Page Firmware Software Agreement Copyright InformationAgency Compliance and Approvals Important Safety Instructions Page Using the Front Panel Setting Up the PrinterPrinter Overview Getting StartedAdjusting and Maintaining the Printer TroubleshootingSpecifications Appendix B Appendix aAppendix C Appendix DPage About this Printer Printing Standard FeaturesInspection J693 Installing the Printer Serial Port Communications InterfacingLoading Media Page Label Backing Removal 3Loading Ribbon Ribbon routing path Ribbon RemovalJ693 Operating the Front Panel Ready Mode Normal Operation Ready Light ‘On’Menu Mode Configuration Ready Light ‘Flashing’ Quick Test M de Print Test Labels Indicator Lights LCD DisplayLiquid Crystal Display Level 1 Reset Resetting the PrinterNavigating the Menu System Enter Password Keep Host CHANGES?Enter = YES Media Type Media SettingsSensor Type Label LengthPrint Control Modules Present SensorCutter Gpio Port GpioEND of Print System Settings Upgrade Printer Configuration LevelPrinter KEY CodeSET Factory Defaults Imaging ModeFormat Attributes Security Pause ModeUnits of Measure Allegro EmulationSerial Port a CommunicationsSerial Port B Parallel Port aTimeout Host SettingsFeedback Mode Control CodesOptions Testing HEX Dump ModeTest Sensor ReadingsUnderstanding the Display Messages User Prompts and Condition MessagesDescription Conditions User Prompts and Condition Messages Reset in PROGRESS’ Print Quality Label Printing from the Quick Test ModeConfiguration Label Quick Ribbon Test Label Dot Test Pattern Label User Defined Label Validation LabelMedia Type Sensor Type Sensor Eye Mark Position Media Sensor AdjustmentPage Positioning Calibration Media Sensor CalibrationStandard Calibration Step Operator Action Displayed Message Comment Press the key to Die-cut stock remove Notched stock placeReflective media place Key to back out Displayed Message Action Comment Advanced Entry Calibration Hqlrvi Jqqhqlrvi Using the Gain Number Using Key Jrxyjtsjqrr Burn Line Adjustment Printhead AdjustmentsPage Printhead Replacement Recommended Cleaning Schedule Area Method Interval Cleaning ScheduleCleaning the Printhead In5.5.2 Cleaning the Platen Roller Updating the Application Program Cleaning Interior and Exterior SurfacesUpdating from the Ready Mode Updating from the Download Mode Application Update Problems Application Update Error MessagesDescriptions / Causes / Solutions Updating the Boot Loader Program J693 If experiencing this problem… Try this solution… Troubleshooting TipsIf experiencing this problem… Try this solution… If no image is on the used ribbon If an image is on the used ribbonIf experiencing this problem… Description Possible Solutions Fault and Warning MessagesFault Messages Ribbon supply hub If media is not moving If media is movingDescription Action Hex Dump Mode Bar Codes Printer SpecificationsFonts ElectricalPrinting Specifications Environmental RequirementsMechanical Char Dec Hex Ascii Control Code Chart128 160 192 224 129 161 Font Valid Ascii Characters Available Fonts and Bar CodesFont Height Width Spacing Page Page Bar Valid Ascii Characters Code Type Bar Code Summary DataBar Code F EAN-13 Bar Code p Postnet Bar Code O Code Bar Code K PlesseyBar Code S UCC/EAN Code 128 Random Weight Module Assignments Print Resolutions and Maximum WidthsJ693 Function Speed Range Default Setting Speed Settings and DefaultsPrint FeedRequired Software Comment Menu System Multi-Language SupportNext J693 OAdvance File Handling Information Menu Language Error Message DescriptionPage J693 Page Page Page Page J693