Tamron LS6 quick start Introduction & Safe Operation, Safe Operation Practices

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INTRODUCTION & SAFE OPERATION

The VIPER™ LS6 Thermal Transfer Portable Printer is the complete printing solution for Electricians, Assemblers, Installers, Maintenance & Repair, Construction, and Network Communications Personnel. This versatile on-site, on-demand printer provides users with the ability to save, retrieve, and edit custom or serialized labels for wire and cable marking, component labeling, network labeling, safety identification, and general facilities identification.

This manual will guide you step by step through the set-up, operation, and troubleshooting of the VIPER™ LS6 Printer. If you have problems not covered herein, contact your local Panduit Sales Representative, call Panduit Technical Support at 866-871-4571, or call Panduit Customer Service at 800- 777-3300. More information is available on the Internet at www.panduit.com.

SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES

The following general safety practices supplement the specific warnings and cautions depicted elsewhere in this manual. They are recommended precautions that must be understood and applied during the operation and maintenance of this printer.

Do Not Operate In An Explosive Environment

Do not operate the printer in the presence of flammable gases or fumes. Operation of this printer in such an environment constitutes a definite safety hazard.

Do Not Operate In Wet Or Damp Areas

Do not operate this printer in wet or damp areas. Operation of the printer in such an environment constitutes a definite safety hazard.

Do Not Substitute Parts Or Modify Equipment

Because of the danger of introducing additional hazards, do not install substitute parts or perform an unauthorized modification to the printer or its accessories. The proper components for service and repair may be obtained from Panduit Corp.

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Contents Using Remote Printer Utility 53-54 Getting StartedPage Section Getting Started Introduction & Safe Operation Safe Operation PracticesInformation to USA Users Information to Canadian Users General Description General Description Battery Pack See AC Adapter / Battery Charger SeePrint Technology Smart Label Roll SeeBattery Information Charging the BatteryBattery Removal Lithium Battery Replacing the Lithium BatteryQuick Start with the Viper LS6 Ribbon Loading & Selection Viper LS6 label media and ribbon compatibility chart LS6-RWBLK LS6-RHBLK LS6-RRBLK LS6-RRWHTLabel Loading NOTCH, Label Recognition Failure MAY OccurKeyboard More Function KeysKEY / Symbol Common Functions Basic Keyboard FunctionsUsing the Shift Key Press Then Result Shift FirstDisplay the version of firmware currently Using the Delete Function Press Then Result FirstSection Working with Using the Viper LS6 Home Screen IndicatorsIndicator Icon Description Home ScreenTool Menu Tool IconsBy Pressing ANY KEY Creating Text Text ToolInserting or Deleting Text Text SizeText Justification Text RotationText Options Vertical Text Serialization Tool Creating SerializationsCreating a Serialization More Serialization Parameters A01 A02 A03 Advanced Serialization OptionsEditing a Serialization Creating Symbols Symbol ToolCreating a Symbol Editing a SymbolCreating Symbols Creating Lines Line ToolA01 A02 A01A01 A02 A03 A04 A05 A06 Creating a Line Tool Box Tool Creating BoxesCreating a Box Tool Creating Data Lists Data ToolCreating a Data Tool Data Tool OptionsEditing a Data Tool Transferring a Data ListCreating BAR Codes Bar Code ToolCreating a Bar Code Editing a Bar CodeBar Code Settings Serialized Bar CodesDate/Time Tool Creating DATE/TIME StampsCreating a Date/Time Tool Editing a Date/Time Tool Using the Pages Function Using the Pages FunctionPages Function Setting UP the Viper LS6 Setup MenuMode Description Applications Editing Label ModeUsing Printer Utilities Adjusting Printer Settings Setting UP the Viper LS6 Using File Manager Interfacing with a Computer Installing ViperLink To upload or download label files or data lists, selectDo not Interrupt the File Tranferring Process To convert a .CSV or .DAT file, selectTo request information from the Viper LS6, select To access the help topics, selectTo create a data list Using Remote Printer Utility Order to print from PAN-MARKor EASY-MARK Printer Cleaning Instructions Cleaning the Print Head and Drive RollerPrinter Troubleshooting Symptom ActionPrinter Troubleshooting Ribbon Other Warranty Information General Specifications Replacement Parts and Accessories Description Part Number