Zebra Technologies 170PAX2TM manual Media and Ribbon Sensor Calibration, Sensor Profile

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Configuration and Calibration

Media and Ribbon Sensor Calibration

When the print engine is first put into service, the following calibration process must be performed. This allows the printer to establish the proper settings for the specific media and ribbon being used in

your application. If you have not reached this point by starting on page 11, you will have to enter the “Program Mode” by pressing the SETUP/EXIT key when the PRINTER READY is displayed on the LCD. Then press the NEXT key multiple times until the LCD displays the words “SENSOR

PROFILE.” Now continue below to perform the Media and Ribbon Sensor Calibration.

NOTE: Ensure that the “Media Type” and “Maximum Length” values have been configured prior to performing this calibration process.

There are two different types of “Calibration” which can be performed on the print engine.

•When the front panel CALIBRATE key is pressed, the print engine determines the label length of noncontinuous media by sensing the time it takes for the media to feed from one “Start of Label” indicator (web, notch, hole, black mark) to the next. This process also determines if the application is using the direct thermal or ther- mal transfer print method by sensing the presence or absence of ribbon.

•The full Media and Ribbon Sensor Calibration discussed here, performs the same functions as the CALIBRATE key plus sensitivity adjustments on both the media and ribbon sensors. These adjustments set parameters for the specific media and ribbon currently installed in the printer.

If a different type of media and/or ribbon is used in the printer, the full calibration must be performed (not just the front panel key). Press the NEXT key and perform the “Media and Ribbon Calibration” procedure on the next page.

Sensor Profile

Press the right oval key to print a graphic representation (Media Sensor Profile) of the changes in density between the media and the web (backing). The Sensor Profile may be used to help troubleshoot media registration problems.

SENSOR PROFILE

PRINT

Refer to Figure 9. The Media Sensor Profile shows three conditions. The black area along the bottom of the profile illustrates media passing by the media sensor. When the level goes above the point labeled “WEB” (black spikes), the backing material only is passing by the sensor. When a notch or hole in the media passes by the sensor, the level will go above the point labeled “MEDIA”. If the level remains above the “MEDIA” point for longer than .5 seconds, this signifies a Media Out condition. The Ribbon Profile indicates Ribbon IN if the black level is above the point labeled “RIBBON”.

Press the NEXT key to display MEDIA AND RIBBON.

 

Figure 9. Sensor Profile Sample Label

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Contents Zebra 170PAX2 -Series User ’s Guide FCC Compliance Statement Proprietary StatementProduct Improvements Canadian DOC Compliance StatementContents Options 170PAX2-Series User’s GuideGetting Started IntroductionZebra 170PAX2 Print Engine Print Engine MountingPrinter Power Cable ConnectionsMedia & Ribbon Loading Media LoadingMedia Loading Left-Hand Units Ribbon Loading Right Hand UnitsRemoving Used Ribbon Left Hand UnitsReflective Media Sensor Media Sensor PositionTransmissive Media Sensor 170PAX2-Series User’s Guide Printer Operation Power On/Off SwitchFront Panel Keys Liquid Crystal Display Front Panel Indicator Lights LEDsControl Panel Keys Changing Password-Protected Parameters Configuration and CalibrationEntering the Program Mode Leaving the Program ModeSetting Print Parameters Configuration ProcessSetting Darkness Selecting the Media Type Setting the Tear Off PositionSelecting the Print Mode Selecting the Sensor TypeSetting the Maximum Label Length Setting the Print WidthSelecting the Print Method Label Feed Listing Printer Information Initialize Card Media and Ribbon Sensor Calibration Sensor ProfileMedia and Ribbon Calibration Setting the Baud Rate Setting Communication ParametersSetting the Host Port Setting the Data BitsSetting the Host Handshake Setting the ParitySetting the Stop Bits Setting the ProtocolSetting the Network ID Setting the Communications ModeFormat Prefix Character Selecting Prefix and Delimiter CharactersControl Prefix Character Delimiter CharacterPower Up and Head Close Parameters Selecting ZPL ModeSetting Ribbon Tension Media Power UpHead Close Label Positioning ParametersBackfeed Sequence Setting the Label Top Position Label Top PositionSetting the Left Position Left Position 170 PAX2-Series User’s GuideHead Resistance Head Test FunctionVerifier Port Setting the Applicator Port Applicator PortSetting the Resync Mode Setting the Start Print SignalPrinting Controls Reprint Mode Selecting the Ribbon Low FeatureSensor Values Printer Language LCD AdjustSelecting the Liquid Crystal Display LCD Language Cleaning the Exterior Care & AdjustmentsCleaning Cleaning the InteriorCleaning the Printhead and Platen Roller Sensor Locations Right-Hand Unit ShownPrinthead Pressure Adjustment Toggle PositioningPrinthead Pressure Right-Hand Unit Shown Troubleshooting Power On Self TestFor Thermal Transfer Power On TroubleshootingPrinter Troubleshooting For Direct ThermalBuilding Format Explanation of Errors Creating BitmapStoring Bitmap Storing FormatFirst calibrate the printer, then CC , CT , and CD Printer Self Tests Cancel Key Self TestIntroduction Pause Key Self Test Pause Key Test Sample Printout 170PAX2-Series User’s GuideFeed Key Self Test Feed Key Self TestFeed Key and Pause Key Parameter Controlled byCommunications Diagnostics Test Results of Communications Diagnostic TestCommunication Interfaces OptionsSingle In-line Memory Module Simm ZebraNet Micro Print Server MPS170PAX2-Series User’s Guide Ribbon Specifications Printer SpecificationsMedia Specifications Printing ConsiderationsZebra Programming Language ZPL Communications SpecificationsBar Codes Standard Printer Fonts Electrical MemoryPhysical FusesAC Power Cord Specifications AC Power Cord RequirementsPower Fuse Replacement Appendix aInstalling a Fuse ShippingSystem Considerations Appendix BPrinter Communications Interface Technical Information Interface ConsiderationsRS-232/RS-422/RS-485 Serial Data Port RS-232/RS-422/RS-485 PinoutsPin to 25-Pin Interconnecting Cable RS-422/RS-485 Interconnecting Cable Centronics-Compatible Parallel Data Port DB-15 Connector Printer to Applicator Applicator Interface ConnectorCabling Requirements See the Configuration and Calibration section Fuse 1 JP1 JP2 Ascii Code Chart Appendix C170PAX2-Series User’s Guide Adjusting Darkness For In-Spec Bar Codes Appendix DIn-Spec Bar Code Darkness ComparisonInstallation Information Appendix EFront View of Right Hand Printer 451 748 11.45 mm 222.2 mm 170PAX2-Series User’s Guide Glossary Glossary Printer configuration See configuration 170PAX2-Series User’s Guide Index Index Index Page Page Zebra Technologies Corporation

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