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AMT Datasouth 4600 manual LED Indicators

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LED Indicators

LED Indicators

There are three LED indicators on the front panel, “READY”, “MEDIA” and

“RIBBON”. These indicators display the present status of the printer.

READY

MEDIA

RIBBON

The Ready LED indicates the following conditions:

ON - The printer's power is on, unit is ready to print.

Off - The printer's power is off.

Blinking - Error condition (see Troubleshooting section for details)

The Media LED indicates the following conditions:

ON - Media is installed and ready for Normal operation.

Off - The printer's power is off. Blinking - Media Out condition.

This condition only occurs following a media motion request.

The Ribbon LED indicates the following conditions:

ON - The printer is set for Thermal Transfer mode and the printer contains a Thermal Transfer Ribbon.

OFF - The printer is set for Direct Thermal Mode.

Blinking - The printer is set for Thermal Transfer mode and the ribbon is not moving or at end of life.

This condition only occurs following a media motion request.

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AMT Datasouth 4600 manual LED Indicators

Contents

Fastmark 4600 PLUS Series User’s GuideThermal Transfer Barcode Printer Table of Contents Technical Reference Table of ContentsTRADEMARK CREDITS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND OTHER NOTICESUnpacking Getting Started1. Fastmark 4600 PLUS Series Printer Package Contents2. Installation Quick Start Guide 3. CD Rom User Guides, Utility Software & Drivers 4. AC Power CordWARNING! Do not operate the printer in an area where it might get wet Connecting the Power CordPlacing the Printer Front Panel Getting to Know Your PrinterFM 4603 PLUS Series models, modes of LED IndicatorsButtons For the FM 4602 PLUS Series, and theLCD Display 300,PAL/PPLZ WITH B.C. READER Setting Display Language300,PAL/PPLZ ESC FOR KEYBD 203,PAL/PPLZ WITH B.C. READERSetting Procedure Changing Settings from the PanelNOTE Features can vary based on printer model. Do not change settings Basic Printer Features and Parameter Settings , PPLA/PPLBduring printing or communication Printer Features and Parameter Settings, PAL/PPLZ characteristics. Once FeatureFactory Default INSTALLEDThermal Printhead Paper Drive Roller Internal Parts and FeaturesRibbon Pick-up Spindle Ribbon Supply Spindle Media Supply Spindle Rear Feed Slot Head LatchPeeler Option Cutter Module Loading a Ribbon Loading Ribbon and MediaFront Access Ribbon Supply 2. Turn the head latch counter-clockwise and open the bracket. FigureHead BracketPick-up 4. Lead the ribbon through the print head module. Figure6. Insert the core onto the ribbon pick-up spindle. Figure RibbonStandard Mode Loading MediaOutside outside media guide. FigureHead Latch3. Lead the media through the print head module and under the paper sensor guide. Figure Page Backing Paper Peel Off ModeRemove labels Dispenser Media Backing/LinerPrint Head Module4. Close the peeler module using the peel-off mechanism release lever. Figure Cutter Module Print Head Module Paper Sensor Guide Cutting ModeOutside Media Guide HeadFront Panel Control Panel OperationLED Indicators Function Pressed and held down during Power UPButtons ButtonPressed for Special functions Pressed during normal operationButton FunctionWith Barcode Reader Option With Keyboard Option installedLCD Display Standard PrinterButtons Front Panel Set-up MenuPRINT MODE DIRECT THERMAL Set-up Mode1. Power on the printer 2. Make sure the settings you desire has an * character by the value Typical Set-up Control Panel Features features may differ amongFeature Item Factory DefaultTraditional Printing PALTM Print and Program OverviewLegacy Data Stream Interpretation Host System Standalone/Downtime Applications Ability to operate on line from host or off line in stand-alone mode Performing Calibration Calibration & ConfigurationPrinting a Configuration Report 3. Printed label count is not reset Resetting to Factory Default SettingsUSB Interface Requirements Computer ConnectionsCentronics Parallel Port this cable Serial RS-232 PortEthernet 10/100 Internal Printer Server Option 1. Centronics allows a much higher communication speed than serialBlinking Ethernet Module Status IndicatorsLED Status DescriptionGreen LED Amber LED Ethernet LED IndicatorsCommunicating with the Printer Page 6. Click Finish 8. Select model & emulation 7. Select Install printer drivers and Click NextTIA-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 printer TIA-230E PPLB installedLED and LCD Diagnosis TroubleshootingMedia Problems Note If problem continues perform a label sensor calibrationOther Problems Ribbon ProblemsNote After problem is solved, press CANCEL to continue printing Light /Missing Print Miscellaneous Recovery depending on actual usage and conditions Cleaning the Print HeadNote Turn off the printer before cleaning Caring for Your PrinterCleaning the Media Compartment Cleaning the Rollerdust or adhesives Technical Reference General Specifications24lbs11kgs PPLB PPLAPAL/PPLZ Printer Programming Language A, PPLA Fonts, Bar Codes and Graphics SpecificationPrinter Programming Language B, PPLB Printer Programming Language Z, PPLZ Connector Terminal Pin Assignment Interface SpecificationsUSB series “B” Receptacle Interface if you use a general host such as a PC Serial InterfaceConnection with Host Parity Printer Pin 2- RxData ……… Pin 3- TxData ……… Pin 5- Ground ………Terminal/Host TxData RxData Ground Data format always 8 data bits, 1 start bit and 1 stop bitData3 Parallel CentronicsAuto Polling Data1Signal Ethernet InterfaceASCII TABLE Appendix A Printer Status Form Control Functions KeyboardAppendix B Stand-alone Keyboard and Barcode Reader Example Making a Keyboard Form Product No. ? 0123456789 6. Input the label count and copy count READY 203,PPLB ESC FOR KEYBDKBDFORM 5. Key-in the product name and number Product Name ? Barcode PrinterENTER to go on Or ESC to return OutputBarcode Reader Example Making a Barcode Reader Form Product No.? 11223344 Product Name? APPLE Output2. Remove the top covers on both left and right sides Appendix C Cutter InstallationRefer to the following steps to install the cutter kit onto printers 1. Turn off the printer5. Loosen and remove the two screws 4 from bracket 9. Set parameter “CUTTER INSTALLED”, on the LCD to the ON position8. Turn on the printer After the cutter is installed, install media and ribbon 1. Put the media end on the roller 2. Close the TPH latch3. Turn on the printer 4. Press the FEED button to feed the media end through the cutter2. Remove the top cover on both left and right sides Appendix D Dispenser InstallationInstall a dispenser into the printer as follows 1. Turn off the printerPage 8. Set parameter “DISPENSER INSTALLED” on the LCD to the ON position 6. Install the ribbon and media 7. Turn on the printerAppendix F Switching Ribbon Wound Ink-side out or Ink-side in Appendix E Adjusting Ribbon Tension