Intermec
PB50
manual
Before You Begin
Troubleshooting
Specs
Install
Understanding Error Mode
Indicator State Description
Warranty
Configuring the PB50
Printer Problems and Solutions
To reset the PB50
Accessories for the PB50
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Specifications Accessories for the PB50
Warranty Information
Safety Information
Global Services and Support
Before You Begin
Service Location Support
Web Support Telephone Support
Related Documents
Who Should Read This Manual
To download documents
Before You Begin
Using the PB50 Mobile Label and Receipt Printer
Learning About the PB50 Printer
What’s New?
Identifying the Parts of the Printer
Understanding the Printer Firmware
Understanding the Control Panel
Understanding How to Use the PB50 Buttons
Button Name Button Function
Button Name Function
Understanding the Soft Keys
Button Soft Keys Description
Understanding the Printer Sounds
Understanding the Ready-to-Work Indicator
Indicator State Description
Understanding the Printer Sounds
Managing Power on the PB50
Installing the Battery
Using the Batteries
To install the battery
To charge the battery inside the PB50
Charging the Batteries
Battery Icon Status
Understanding the Battery Icons
Extending Battery Life
Icon Status
Loading Media
To load media
Using the PB50 Mobile Label and Receipt Printer
Using the PB50 Mobile Label and Receipt Printer
To load media for self-strip printing
To print a testprint with a PB50 loaded with IPL firmware
Printing a Testprint
To print a self test with a PB50 loaded with ESC/P firmware
Using the PB50 Mobile Label and Receipt Printer
Configuring the PB50
Understanding Information Mode
Configuring the PB50
Understanding Ready Mode
Understanding the Display Modes
Understanding Pause Mode
Understanding Setup Mode
Editing Settings in Setup Mode
Understanding Error Mode
Editing Mode To Navigate To Accept Value
Understanding Test Mode
To enter Test mode
Options in Extended Test Mode
To enter Extended Test mode
Function Description
Changing Configuration Settings
Changing Configuration Settings From the Display
Main Levels of the Setup Menu in Fingerprint
Changing Configuration Settings Using the Command Line
Changing Configuration Settings From PrintSet
To see IPL commands as you type
Changing Configuration Settings From SmartSystems Console
Changing Configuration Settings From the Printer Home
To make changes to the configuration
Setting Up Bluetooth Communications
Establishing Communications With a Host
To set up Bluetooth communications with a scanner
Setting Up 802.11 Radio Communications
To set up Bluetooth communications with a mobile computer
Understanding Bluetooth Radio Icons
To set up the PB50 for wireless communications
Parameter Default Setting
Understanding the 802.11 Radio Icons
IconDescription
Configuring Wireless Printing Using IPL
To configure the printer to use WEP authentication
To configure the printer to use WPA-PSK or WPA2-PSK mode
To configure the PB50 to use WPA or WPA2 Enterprise mode
Configuring Wireless Printing Using Fingerprint
Where xxxxxxxxxx is a value between 8 and 64 characters
To view the 802.1x values, send this command
Setting Up Serial Communications
Setting Up USB Communications
Serial Port Settings on the PB50
Upgrading the Firmware
To download firmware updates
To connect the PB50 to a PC or mobile computer
To upgrade your printer using an 802.11 network connection
To upgrade your printer using PrintSet
To upgrade your printer using a serial connection
Downloading Fonts and Graphics
Configuring the PB50
Troubleshooting and Maintaining the PB50
Understanding Error Messages
Troubleshooting the PB50
Contacting Product Support
Possible PB50 Error Icons and Messages
Error Icon Error Message Description
Printer Problems and Solutions
Troubleshooting Printer Problems and Finding Solutions
Problem Possible Solution
Problem
For help, see Cleaning the Printer on
Troubleshooting Communication Problems
Using the Line Analyzer in Fingerprint
To enter Dump mode using the control panel buttons
Using Dump Mode in IPL
To exit Dump mode using the control panel buttons
Cleaning the Printer
Cold Booting the PB50
To reset the PB50
Cleaning the PB50 Printer
Printer Part Cleaning Method Cleaning Interval
Troubleshooting and Maintaining the PB50
Specifications
Specifications
Media Specifications
Supported Media
External Fanfold Media Specifications
Sensitivity Constant Factor Description Max Print Speed
Accessories for the PB50
AC18 4-Bay Battery Charger
Cart Dock
IPL and Fingerprint Setup Menus
IPL Setup Menu
Fingerprint Setup Menu
Chapter B IPL and Fingerprint Setup Menus
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