Setting Up the Printer, Installation | Datamax 4308, 4212, 4406, 4604

Setting Up the Printer

3.0Installation

This section explains how to connect the printer, and load it with media and ribbon.

;Note: When connecting the AC Power Cord or interface cables to the printer, ensure the Power On/Off Switch is in the ‘Off’ position.

nPlace the printer on a firm, level surface.

oTurn ‘Off’ the Host Computer and ensure that the Power Switch on the Printer is in the ‘Off’ position.

pDepending upon your interfacing requirements, connect the appropriate interface cable between Host Computer and Printer; see Section 3.0.1.

qConnect the AC Power Cord to the receptacle on the back of the Printer, and then plug the AC Power Cord into a properly grounded outlet. (The power supply automatically detects and then adjusts to the applied line voltage; see Section 7.0 for the acceptable voltage ranges.)

☞If connecting the printer to a network or USB port, refer to the additional documentation supplied with that option.

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Datamax 4308, 4212, 4406, 4604, 4208 manual Setting Up the Printer, Installation

Contents

Operator’s Manual Page Firmware Software Agreement Copyright Information Agency Compliance and Approvals Page Important Safety Instructions Contents Using the Front Panel Troubleshooting Appendix E About the Printer Printer Overview Class Standard Features Listing Model Standard Features DMXNet Ilpc CG Times Firmware Present Sensor Ilpc Option Installation Hardware Components Class Unpacking the Printer Getting Started Additional Requirements Inspection Print Quality Controls Media and Ribbon Selection Direct Thermal Media Type Print Speed Print Energy Installation Setting Up the Printer Serial Port CommunicationsParallel Port NIC Adapter optional Part Number USB Port optional Loading Media Roll Media Fan-Fold Media Media Type Sensor Eye Mark Position Sensing Required Media Sensor AdjustmentMedia Sensor Selection and Adjustment Removal Loading Ribbon Ribbon Routing Diagrams Calibration Hints Quick Media Calibration Rewinding Outputting Labels Removal On-Demand Dispensing Removal Cutting Operation Using the Front Panel Menu Mode Configuration Ready Light ‘Flashing’ Quick Test Mode Print Test Labels Liquid Crystal Display Indicator Lights5 LCD Soft Reset Resetting the Printer Menu System Entrance and Exit Prompts Menu Mode Media Settings Print Control Custom Adjustments Present Sensor Printer OptionsModules Scanner Cutter Used to set the specific number of barcodes Gpio Port System Settings Media Counters Double Byte SymbolsPrint Configuration Time and Date Configuration Level Format Attributes SET Factory DefaultsImaging Mode Security Pause ModePeel Mode Input Mode Plus Emulation DPI Emulation Allegro Emulation Back After Print Column EmulationSOP Emulation Menu Language Fault Handling Distance to backup on the defective Serial Port B Serial Port a NIC Adapter Parallel Port aParallel Port B Specifies the network gateway address Host Settings Allows the user to disable the DPL Heat Print Test Rate DiagnosticsHEX Dump Mode Options Testing Ribbon Sensor Limits Sensor Readings User Prompts and Condition Messages Display Messages Reset in PROGRESS’ Print Quality Label Quick Test Mode Configuration Label Quick Ribbon Test Label Dot Test Pattern Label User Defined Label Validation Label Step Operator Action Displayed Message Comment Media Sensor CalibrationStandard Calibration Standard Calibration Continuous stock go to Notched stock adjustReflective stock Adjust Die-cut stock strip Or, for continuous media Advanced Entry Calibration As a Label Value Value Values Both sensorReadings must Be above Using Key Selection is Select the Gain Number Press Key Selection Leveling Cam Adjustment Printhead Adjustments Burn Line Adjustment Printhead Replacement Recommended Cleaning Schedule Area Method Interval Maintenance Schedule Cleaning the Printhead Cleaning the Platen Roller Cleaning Interior and Exterior Surfaces Application Program Updates Updating from the Ready Mode Updating from the Download Mode Possible Problems during an Update Can be found at ftp//ftp.datamaxcorp.com Boot Loader Program Updates Class If experiencing this problem… Try this solution… TroubleshootingProblem Resolution If experiencing this problem… Try this solution… If there is no image on the used ribbon If there is an image on the used ribbon I & W Class Programmer’s Manual for Fault Messages Fault and Warning Messages ENB!GBVMU Two possible Depending upon the cause Consistently high Press any key to continue Linear Scanner Operation Instructions, or call for If media is not moving If media is moving DMX Printer has Possible low or fluctuating Hex Dump Mode 102 Class Electrical General SpecificationsBar Codes Fonts Mechanical Printing SpecificationsEnvironmental Requirements Media and Ribbon Requirements Printing Specifications Approved Media Media Dimensions Designator Description Maximum Minimum Appendix a Ascii Control Code Chart Ascii Control Code Chart Font Valid Ascii Characters Appendix BAvailable Fonts and Bar Codes Font Height Width Spacing Page Page Bar Code Summary Data Symbology Bar Code F EAN-13 Bar Code p Postnet Bar Code O Code Bar Code K Plessey Bar Code T Telepen Inches Millimeters Print Resolutions and Maximum Label WidthsAppendix C Module Assignments Speed Range Default Setting Model Available Speeds and Default SettingsPrinter Speed Ranges and Defaults Gpio Port Connections Gpio Pin Functions Signal Description Name State DirectionAppendix D Gpio Port Description External Start of Print Control Gpio Pin ConfigurationGpio Port Specifications Required Software Comment Appendix EMenu System Multi-Language Support Page Page Advance File Handling Information Menu Language Error Message DescriptionPage 126 Class Appendix F Saving a Configuration File Step Displayed Message Operator Action Comments Printer Warranty Information Thermal Printhead, Platen Roller, and Belts Warranty Service Procedures Limitation of Liability General Warranty Provisions 132 Class Glossary Page