Datamax Allegro 2 manual Setting Up Your Printer, Checking Voltage Selection, Power Up Self-Test

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♦Setting Up Your Printer

2.0 Checking Voltage Selection

The standard Printer is configured for 115 VAC ±10% single-phase 50/60 Hz with a properly-grounded outlet. A small sticker next to the power cord connection indicates the power requirements.

For international markets, there is a 230 VAC version available. If you are uncertain about the configuration of your Printer, or the outlet you are connecting to, check with a qualified service technician to verify the installation before connecting power.

2.1 Power Up Self-Test

Once labels are installed in the Printer as described in Section 1.4, a Self-Test should be performed. The Printer will power up in the Self-Test Mode when the Feed Button is pressed as the Printer is being turned on. Initial power up will take approximately 7 seconds. The Printer should be loaded with 4.25" (108mm) wide stock whenever this test is conducted. The Self-Test prints across the entire width of the Printhead. Expect a brief hesitation of up to 15 seconds before the Self-Test begins to print.

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Contents Allegro2 Operator’s Manual Part Number Revision A3 Agency Compliance and Approvals Page Important Safety Instructions Page Contents Maintenance Unpacking and Inspection Getting StartedIntroduction Mechanism Detail Location of Parts on Your PrinterRear View Tear Bar Assembly Installation Tear- off Assembly InstallationButtons, Lights and Switches Using the Printer Control PanelGetting Started Ribbon SwitchPaper/Ribbon LightLabels Media InstallationInstallation Label Loading Instructions Ribbon Loading Ribbon Loading InstructionsAvailable Modules Using the Printer OptionsTo install a Memory Module 256K and 512K RAM Modules OptionsCutter Font ROM ModulesMedia Rewinder Peel and PresentPresent Sensor Getting Started Allegro2 Checking Voltage Selection Setting Up Your PrinterPower Up Self-Test Test Label Interface Cables Interfacing to the PrinterPart Number Description Connecting to a PC Sample InstallationsConnecting to a CRT Connecting to Your Non-ASCII Device Connecting to Your MinicomputerSwitch Settings Switch SettingsWord Length Setting the Baud RateBaud 9600 4800 2400 1200 300 Test Baud RateSwitch Settings and Functions Other SwitchesImmediate Commands Programming CommandsChar Description Format System-Level CommandsBatch, 1-Cutter Enable Description Format Label-Formatting CommandsSpecial Label-Formatting Commands Programming Examples 10 Font-Loading CommandsExample line Setting Up Your Printer Allegro2 Creating Labels Using Internal Batch Software Connect Cables Check Link CRT SettingsPrinter Used With a Link CRT Batch System Initialization Function Default SettingsVerify Setup, Power Up, and Load Media Function Keys Formatting and Printing LabelsAvailable Fonts and Barcodes Menu ScreensLabel Name NEW Label Name ALT-P Screen Print Parameters Description Default RangeOther Important Keys Print Label Screen Header Create/Modify Label ScreenCreating Labels Using Internal Batch Software Sample Label Format Creating Labels Using Internal Batch Software Invalid Font Type Smooth Font Information Smooth Font Valid BH RangesNumber OUT of Range Creating Labels Using Internal Batch Software Not Enough Room for Field Data Lines Lhhhvvv Creating Labels Using Internal Batch Software = Day number 1 = Monday Time and Date Information FormatPrints SamplePrint Label Screen Print Label ScreenCreating Labels Using Internal Batch Software System Maintenance Menu System Maintenance ScreenPrint Test Label Reset PrinterCopy Module MetricQuick Reference Listing Create/Modify Label CommandsCommand Valid Inputs Key Function Print Parameters ALT-PSpecial Keys Troubleshooting Controlling Print Quality Tag Stock or Stiff Media Mechanical AdjustmentsAligning the Printhead Direct-Thermal StockPrinthead Alignment Ribbon Feed and Tracking Adjustments Printhead Alignment ProcedureLabel Stock Tracking Adjustment Fine Printhead Alignment Troubleshooting Allegro2 Printhead Mount Assembly Adjusting Printhead Pressure and SupportPrinter Does Not Print, or Prints Several Labels at once TroubleshootingUnacceptable Print Quality Unable to print in rotation Erratic PrintingRibbon Does Not Advance Skips Every Other LabelPrinter fails to turn on Prints Light on the Right Side of the LabelDrive Roller MaintenanceInterior and Exterior Area Method Interval Cleaning ScheduleCleaning the Printhead Cleaning the PrintheadMaintenance Allegro2 Page Appendix a Ascii Control Code ChartMaintenance Allegro2 Char Hex Dec Page Table B-3 Options Appendix B Switch Settings and Cable InterfacingTable B-1 Baud Rate Table B-2 Word LengthTable B-2 Printer Default Communication Parameters Signal PinTable B-1 I/O Port Wiring Paramete Default ValueTable C-1 Valid Human-Readable Font Ascii Characters Appendix CAvailable Fonts and Barcodes FontsTable C-2 Font Sizes Font 6 62-character alphanumeric, uppercase Available Fonts and Barcodes Barcodes Table C-3 Barcode CharacteristicsHbic Barcode I Codabar Kmart NON EDI Uppercase T Error CodesLowercase Uppercase RAllegro2 Table E-2 Printer Pin Connections Appendix ETable E-1 Printer Interface Cables Pin DescriptionStraight Cable MXM PC DB25P to Printer Figure E-5 Centronics Parallel Interface Converter ∙ Parallel to Serial Adapter Part NumberPrinting Appendix FBarcodes FontsLabel Material MediaTable F-1 Media Dimensions Label/Tag Media SpecificationsElectrical Lights, Buttons, Switch and POTLists of Approved Media Communications InterfacingOptions EnvironmentalPhysical 256K Flash Eeprom Specifications Allegro2 Printer Appendix GThermal Printhead Warranty Service ProceduresLimitation of Liability General Warranty Provisions