Setting Up Your Printer, Power Up Self-Test | Datamax Allegro 2

♦Setting Up Your Printer

2.0 Checking Voltage Selection

The standard Printer is configured for 115 VAC ±10% single-phase 50/60 Hz with a properly-grounded outlet. A small sticker next to the power cord connection indicates the power requirements.

For international markets, there is a 230 VAC version available. If you are uncertain about the configuration of your Printer, or the outlet you are connecting to, check with a qualified service technician to verify the installation before connecting power.

2.1 Power Up Self-Test

Once labels are installed in the Printer as described in Section 1.4, a Self-Test should be performed. The Printer will power up in the Self-Test Mode when the Feed Button is pressed as the Printer is being turned on. Initial power up will take approximately 7 seconds. The Printer should be loaded with 4.25" (108mm) wide stock whenever this test is conducted. The Self-Test prints across the entire width of the Printhead. Expect a brief hesitation of up to 15 seconds before the Self-Test begins to print.

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Datamax Allegro 2 manual Setting Up Your Printer, Checking Voltage Selection, Power Up Self-Test

Contents

Allegro2 Operator’s Manual Part Number Revision A3 Agency Compliance and Approvals Page Important Safety Instructions Page Contents Maintenance Unpacking and Inspection Getting StartedIntroduction Mechanism Detail Location of Parts on Your Printer Rear View Tear Bar Assembly Installation Tear- off Assembly Installation Buttons, Lights and Switches Using the Printer Control Panel Getting Started Ribbon SwitchPaper/Ribbon Light Labels Media InstallationInstallation Label Loading Instructions Ribbon Loading Ribbon Loading Instructions Available Modules Using the Printer OptionsTo install a Memory Module 256K and 512K RAM Modules OptionsCutter Font ROM Modules Media Rewinder Peel and PresentPresent Sensor Getting Started Allegro2 Checking Voltage Selection Setting Up Your PrinterPower Up Self-Test Test Label Interface Cables Interfacing to the PrinterPart Number Description Connecting to a PC Sample InstallationsConnecting to a CRT Connecting to Your Non-ASCII Device Connecting to Your Minicomputer Switch Settings Switch Settings Word Length Setting the Baud RateBaud 9600 4800 2400 1200 300 Test Baud Rate Switch Settings and Functions Other Switches Immediate Commands Programming Commands Char Description Format System-Level Commands Batch, 1-Cutter Enable Description Format Label-Formatting Commands Special Label-Formatting Commands Programming Examples 10 Font-Loading Commands Example line Setting Up Your Printer Allegro2 Creating Labels Using Internal Batch Software Connect Cables Check Link CRT SettingsPrinter Used With a Link CRT Batch System Initialization Function Default Settings Verify Setup, Power Up, and Load Media Function Keys Formatting and Printing LabelsAvailable Fonts and Barcodes Menu Screens Label Name NEW Label Name ALT-P Screen Print Parameters Description Default Range Other Important Keys Print Label Screen Header Create/Modify Label Screen Creating Labels Using Internal Batch Software Sample Label Format Creating Labels Using Internal Batch Software Invalid Font Type Smooth Font Information Smooth Font Valid BH Ranges Number OUT of Range Creating Labels Using Internal Batch Software Not Enough Room for Field Data Lines Lhhhvvv Creating Labels Using Internal Batch Software = Day number 1 = Monday Time and Date Information Format Prints Sample Print Label Screen Print Label Screen Creating Labels Using Internal Batch Software System Maintenance Menu System Maintenance Screen Print Test Label Reset PrinterCopy Module Metric Quick Reference Listing Create/Modify Label CommandsCommand Valid Inputs Key Function Print Parameters ALT-PSpecial Keys Troubleshooting Controlling Print Quality Tag Stock or Stiff Media Mechanical AdjustmentsAligning the Printhead Direct-Thermal Stock Printhead Alignment Ribbon Feed and Tracking Adjustments Printhead Alignment ProcedureLabel Stock Tracking Adjustment Fine Printhead Alignment Troubleshooting Allegro2 Printhead Mount Assembly Adjusting Printhead Pressure and Support Printer Does Not Print, or Prints Several Labels at once TroubleshootingUnacceptable Print Quality Unable to print in rotation Erratic PrintingRibbon Does Not Advance Skips Every Other Label Printer fails to turn on Prints Light on the Right Side of the Label Drive Roller MaintenanceInterior and Exterior Area Method Interval Cleaning Schedule Cleaning the Printhead Cleaning the Printhead Maintenance Allegro2 Page Appendix a Ascii Control Code Chart Maintenance Allegro2 Char Hex Dec Page Table B-3 Options Appendix B Switch Settings and Cable InterfacingTable B-1 Baud Rate Table B-2 Word Length Table B-2 Printer Default Communication Parameters Signal PinTable B-1 I/O Port Wiring Paramete Default Value Table C-1 Valid Human-Readable Font Ascii Characters Appendix CAvailable Fonts and Barcodes Fonts Table C-2 Font Sizes Font 6 62-character alphanumeric, uppercase Available Fonts and Barcodes Barcodes Table C-3 Barcode Characteristics Hbic Barcode I Codabar Kmart NON EDI Uppercase T Error CodesLowercase Uppercase R Allegro2 Table E-2 Printer Pin Connections Appendix ETable E-1 Printer Interface Cables Pin Description Straight Cable MXM PC DB25P to Printer Figure E-5 Centronics Parallel Interface Converter ∙ Parallel to Serial Adapter Part Number Printing Appendix F Barcodes Fonts Label Material Media Table F-1 Media Dimensions Label/Tag Media Specifications Electrical Lights, Buttons, Switch and POTLists of Approved Media Communications Interfacing Options EnvironmentalPhysical 256K Flash Eeprom Specifications Allegro2 Printer Appendix G Thermal Printhead Warranty Service Procedures Limitation of Liability General Warranty Provisions