Genicom PC4 manual Media Load, Tear-Off

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Chapter 3 — Operation

Media Load

Introduction

The EasyCoder PC4 can print on heat-sensitive direct thermal paper, and in case of the thermal transfer model also on non heat-sensitive receiving face materials, in the form of self-adhesive labels, non-adhesive tags, or continuous stock. In case of non heat-sensitive face materials, a suitable thermal transfer ribbon must be used.

The media stock can be accommodated inside the printer in the form of a roll, or be placed behind the printer and inserted through a slot in the cover (for example fan-folded tickets or tags).

Three types of operation are available, Tear-Off (Straight-through), Peel- Off (Self-Strip), and Cut-Off:

Tear-Off

Tear-off (Straight-through) means that the media is fed straight out from the front of the printer and can be torn-off manually by pulling it upwards against the edge on the top cover. Tear-off mode can, for example, be used for tearing off tags at the perforation, or tearing off the liner (backing paper) between labels.

Peel-Off

Peel-off (Self-strip) means that self-adhesive labels are automatically separated from the liner (backing paper) after printing. It cannot be used in connection with a paper cutter. The labels are fed straight out from the printer, whereas the liner is fed out separately from a slot further down on the printer’s front, from where it can be lead to for example a waste basket. Be careful when loading self-adhesive labels. If labels are not

flat on the liner, the exposed edges can stick to your printer and cause problems.

Cut-Off

Cut-off requires an optional paper cutter fitted in place of a peel-off device and means that the liner of self-adhesive labels is automatically cut between labels or non-adhesive contionuous strip is cut into tickets and tags. The cutter is not designed to cut through any adhesive, which would stick to the cutting shears and prevent the cutter from operating.

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Contents EasyCoder PC4 Bar Code Label Printer 6001 36th Ave. W EU Standard EN 55022 The European Union FCC Notice United States of AmericaDOC Notice Canada Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise Safety Instructions EasyCoder PC4 Declaration of Conformity CEContents Technical Data TroubleshootingMedia Specifications InterfacesFirmware Upgrading Before You Begin Safety SummarySafety Icons Warranty Information Web Support Telephone Support Global Services and SupportIntroduction Description of EasyCoder PC4 Safety Summary Introduction Installation Unpacking Power Connection Memory Cartridge Installation of Memory CartridgeCentronics Parallel Interface Computer ConnectionUSB Interface Serial RS-232 InterfaceSoftware Installation Installation Operation Feed Key Controls and IndicatorsOn/Off Switch Green solid Media loaded Indicator LampPrinter reset Media Compartment Tear-Off Media LoadLabel Taken Sensor Tear-Off Operation Operation Peel-Off Operation Operation Cut-Off Operation Operation External Supply Loading a Fresh Ribbon Roll Ribbon LoadRemoving a Partially Used Ribbon Label Gap Sensor AdjustmentTest Mode Operation Maintenance Printhead Cleaning External CleaningTroubleshooting Solution or Reason ProblemDirect Thermal Printing Thermal Transfer PrintingTechnical Data Net Weight DimensionsPower Ambient TemperatureMedia Printable AreaThermal Transfer Ribbons Printing SpeedMemory Bar CodesFormatting User Interface Accessories and OptionsAppendix a Technical Data Media Specifications Premium Quality Direct Thermal MediaEconomy Quality North AmericaUncoated Papers Thermal Transfer MediaCoated Papers Polyethylene PlasticsTransfer Ribbons Roll Media Roll SizeCore ← a → Media width incl. liner Labels← b → Label length ← c → Label gap height← a → Tag or strip width Tags and Strip with Slots← b → Tag length ← c → Detection slot width← d → Black mark height Tags and Strip with Black Marks← c → Detection slot width ← c → Black mark width Plain Continuous Stock Appendix B Media Specifications Interfaces Parallel Interface Pin Signal Name TransmitterDB-9 RS-232 Serial InterfaceUSB Interface Firmware Upgrading Requirements Using a PCUsing a Memory Cartridge Instructions Appendix D Firmware Upgrading Page 960636-00