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AMT Datasouth 4600 manual Control Panel Operation, Front Panel

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Control Panel Operation

Control Panel Operation

Front Panel

The front panel includes

-LCD display

-3 LED status indicators (READY, MEDIA and RIBBON)

-3 control buttons (FEED, PAUSE and CANCEL)

LCD display

LED indicators

Control buttons

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AMT Datasouth 4600 manual Control Panel Operation, Front Panel

Contents

User’s Guide Fastmark 4600 PLUS SeriesThermal Transfer Barcode Printer Table of Contents Table of Contents Technical ReferenceIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND OTHER NOTICES TRADEMARK CREDITSGetting Started Unpacking3. CD Rom User Guides, Utility Software & Drivers 4. AC Power Cord Package Contents2. Installation Quick Start Guide 1. Fastmark 4600 PLUS Series PrinterConnecting the Power Cord WARNING! Do not operate the printer in an area where it might get wetPlacing the Printer Getting to Know Your Printer Front PanelFor the FM 4602 PLUS Series, and the LED IndicatorsButtons FM 4603 PLUS Series models, modes ofLCD Display 203,PAL/PPLZ WITH B.C. READER Setting Display Language300,PAL/PPLZ ESC FOR KEYBD 300,PAL/PPLZ WITH B.C. READERChanging Settings from the Panel Setting ProcedureBasic Printer Features and Parameter Settings , PPLA/PPLB NOTE Features can vary based on printer model. Do not change settingsduring printing or communication Printer Features and Parameter Settings, PAL/PPLZ INSTALLED FeatureFactory Default characteristics. OnceRibbon Supply Spindle Media Supply Spindle Rear Feed Slot Head Latch Internal Parts and FeaturesRibbon Pick-up Spindle Thermal Printhead Paper Drive RollerPeeler Option Cutter Module Loading Ribbon and Media Loading a RibbonFront Access Bracket 2. Turn the head latch counter-clockwise and open the bracket. FigureHead Ribbon SupplyRibbon 4. Lead the ribbon through the print head module. Figure6. Insert the core onto the ribbon pick-up spindle. Figure Pick-upLoading Media Standard ModeLatch outside media guide. FigureHead Outside3. Lead the media through the print head module and under the paper sensor guide. Figure Page Peel Off Mode Backing PaperRemove labels Module Media Backing/LinerPrint Head Dispenser4. Close the peeler module using the peel-off mechanism release lever. Figure Cutting Mode Cutter Module Print Head Module Paper Sensor GuideHead Outside Media GuideControl Panel Operation Front PanelLED Indicators Button Pressed and held down during Power UPButtons FunctionFunction Pressed during normal operationButton Pressed for Special functionsStandard Printer With Keyboard Option installedLCD Display With Barcode Reader OptionSet-up Mode Front Panel Set-up MenuPRINT MODE DIRECT THERMAL Buttons1. Power on the printer Factory Default Typical Set-up Control Panel Features features may differ amongFeature Item 2. Make sure the settings you desire has an * character by the valuePALTM Print and Program Overview Traditional PrintingLegacy Data Stream Interpretation Standalone/Downtime Applications Host System Ability to operate on line from host or off line in stand-alone mode Calibration & Configuration Performing CalibrationPrinting a Configuration Report Resetting to Factory Default Settings 3. Printed label count is not resetComputer Connections USB Interface RequirementsCentronics Parallel Port 1. Centronics allows a much higher communication speed than serial Serial RS-232 PortEthernet 10/100 Internal Printer Server Option this cableDescription Ethernet Module Status IndicatorsLED Status BlinkingEthernet LED Indicators Green LED Amber LEDCommunicating with the Printer Page 6. Click Finish 7. Select Install printer drivers and Click Next 8. Select model & emulationTIA-230 TIA-230E TIZ-230 9. Select the port of the printer and click Next Not Shared LT1 YES TIA-230E 7.1.8M-0 installed Installed printer TIA-230E PPLBNote If problem continues perform a label sensor calibration TroubleshootingMedia Problems LED and LCD DiagnosisRibbon Problems Other ProblemsNote After problem is solved, press CANCEL to continue printing Light /Missing Print Miscellaneous Recovery Caring for Your Printer Cleaning the Print HeadNote Turn off the printer before cleaning depending on actual usage and conditionsCleaning the Roller Cleaning the Media Compartmentdust or adhesives General Specifications Technical Reference24lbs11kgs PPLA PPLBPAL/PPLZ Fonts, Bar Codes and Graphics Specification Printer Programming Language A, PPLAPrinter Programming Language B, PPLB Printer Programming Language Z, PPLZ Interface Specifications Connector Terminal Pin AssignmentUSB series “B” Receptacle Interface Serial Interface if you use a general host such as a PCConnection with Host Data format always 8 data bits, 1 start bit and 1 stop bit Printer Pin 2- RxData ……… Pin 3- TxData ……… Pin 5- Ground ………Terminal/Host TxData RxData Ground ParityData1 Parallel CentronicsAuto Polling Data3Ethernet Interface SignalASCII TABLE Appendix A Printer Status Keyboard Form Control FunctionsAppendix B Stand-alone Keyboard and Barcode Reader Example Making a Keyboard Form 5. Key-in the product name and number Product Name ? Barcode Printer READY 203,PPLB ESC FOR KEYBDKBDFORM Product No. ? 0123456789 6. Input the label count and copy countOutput ENTER to go on Or ESC to returnBarcode Reader Example Making a Barcode Reader Form Output Product No.? 11223344 Product Name? APPLE1. Turn off the printer Appendix C Cutter InstallationRefer to the following steps to install the cutter kit onto printers 2. Remove the top covers on both left and right sides9. Set parameter “CUTTER INSTALLED”, on the LCD to the ON position 5. Loosen and remove the two screws 4 from bracket8. Turn on the printer 4. Press the FEED button to feed the media end through the cutter 1. Put the media end on the roller 2. Close the TPH latch3. Turn on the printer After the cutter is installed, install media and ribbon1. Turn off the printer Appendix D Dispenser InstallationInstall a dispenser into the printer as follows 2. Remove the top cover on both left and right sidesPage 6. Install the ribbon and media 7. Turn on the printer 8. Set parameter “DISPENSER INSTALLED” on the LCD to the ON positionAppendix E Adjusting Ribbon Tension Appendix F Switching Ribbon Wound Ink-side out or Ink-side in