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i Contents Printer Overview 1.0 About the Printer ....................................................................... 1 1.0.1 Standard Features .................................................... 2 1.0.2 Optional Features ........................
ii Using the Front Panel 4.0 Operation ................................................................................. 29 4.0.1 Ready Mode: Normal Operation ............................ 29 4.0.2 Menu Mode: Configuration .............................
iii 5.2 Printhead Replacement .......................................................... 79 5.3 Maintenance Schedule ........................................................... 80 5.3.1 Cleaning the Printhead ..........................................
iv Appendix E Menu System Multi-Language Support ........................................ 121 Advance File Handling Information ............................................... 124 Appendix F Saving a Configuration File ................................
I-Class 1 Printer Overview 1.0 About the Printer Congratulations on your purchase of an I-Class printer. The I-Class family, hereafter referred to as ‘the printer’, blends the rugged durability of die-cast construction with state-of-the-art electronics and user-friendly features to redefine the standard in industrial thermal printers.
2 I-Class 1.0.1 Standard Features This printer offers the following standard features: I-Class Standard Features Listing Model Feature 4206 4208 4212 4308 4406 4604 Printhead Density (Dots Per Inch) 2.
I-Class 3 DMXNet The DMXNet Print Server Card is an internal Network Interface Controller (NIC) that enables the printer to provide Ethernet connectivity. Features include: Ø Automatic selection of 10Base2 ( Thinnet) or 100BaseT Fast Ethernet connection.
4 I-Class External Media Rewinder (specify voltage requirement when ordering) A precision-crafted, bi-directional rewinding mechanism with device-dependant features: Ø DMXREW1 – accommodates 1 to 4-inch (25 to 101 mm) diameter cores; accepts a maximum label width of 4.
I-Class 5 Peel and Present Mechanism (requires the Internal Rewind option ) An output control device that automatically separates printed labels from the backing material and allows subsequent printing to occur only after the removal of a previously printed label .
6 I-Class 1.1 Option Installation The following table lists the available options and the recommended qualification level of the installer. For detailed information concerning a specific option, contact your dealer or Datamax Technical Support.
I-Class 7 1.2 Hardware Components The following drawing highlights the user-assessable components of the printer. Items denoted with an asterisk (*) are optional equipment.
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I-Class 9 Getting Started 2.0 Unpacking the Printer Inspect the shipping container(s) for damage; if evident, immediately notify the shipping company to report the nature and extent of the damage. The printer has been carefully packaged to avoid damage during transit.
10 I-Class 2.0.1 Inspection After removing the printer from the packaging material, check the contents of the package. In addition to this manual, the following items should be included: Ø Printer Ø Power Cord Ø Accessories CD Ø Any special or additionally purchased items.
I-Class 11 2.1 Media and Ribbon Selection The following is a limited overview of media characteristics. For complete information and advice regarding your specific application needs, always consult a qualified media specialist or a Datamax Media Representative.
12 I-Class resulting in a darker image. Conversely, if the image is too dark, reduce this value. • The final method is to change the ‘Print Control / Print Speed’ menu setting (also selectable as ‘Print Speed’ in most software programs). Changing the print speed changes the amount of time the media is under the printhead.
I-Class 13 Setting Up the Printer 3.0 Installation This section explains how to connect the printer, and load it with media and ribbon . þ Note: When connecting the AC Powe r Cord or interface cables to the printer, ensure the Power On/Off Switch is in the ‘Off’ position.
14 I-Class 3.0.1 Communications Using a data detection process, the interface selection occurs automatically in the printer. At power-up, the printer begins monitoring the interface ports for activity. When the host transmits data, the printer port detecting this data is set ‘active’ and remains active as long as data flow continues.
I-Class 15 Serial Interface Cable Listing (all models, except as noted) Null Modem (MXM) “PC” (DB9P) to Printer Part Number 556000 Part Number 556001 For connection to other DCE equipment. Flow control is only Xon/ Xoff. For connection to a PC compatible with DB9P communication ports.
16 I-Class When finished with the self-tests, the LED blinks, and may blink again after printer initialization is completed. Amber LED – generally indicates job activity. When receiving print jobs over the network, the amber LED blinks; it remains ‘Off’ during inactivity.
I-Class 17 3.1 Loading Media Begin loading as follows: Œ Raise the Access Cover. • Rotate the Printhead Latch forward and raise the Printhead Assembly. Ž Slide the Media Guide out away from the frame and then lower it to the down position. • If using roll media, the Media Hub can accept 3.
18 I-Class 3.1.1 Roll Media This loading method is for roll type media applications. To load: Œ Slide the Roll Media onto the Media Hub until it rests against the Backstop. • Route the media as shown: under the Media Idler, through the Media Sensor, then out the front of the printer.
I-Class 19 3.1.2 Fan-Fold Media This loading method is for tag and fan-fold type media applications. To load: Œ Bring the media in through the Bottom or the Rear Media Slot.
20 I-Class 3.2 Media Sensor Adjustment The Media Sensor needs to be positioned so that the printer can detect the presence of media and the top-of-form ( except for continuous stock, where the TOF is set through programming ; see Label Length, Section 4.
I-Class 21 3.3 Loading Ribbon Ribbon is required with thermal transfer media. Depending upon the type of Ribbon Supply Hub (see the next page for examples), the printer must use either ribbons with the ‘coating side in’ or ribbons with the ‘coating side out’.
22 I-Class þ Note: Directional Arrows near the Ribbon Supply Hub indicate the correct ribbon route. Ribbon types are available with the ink (coating) layer wound ‘in’ or ‘out’.
I-Class 23 3.4 Quick Media Calibration + When ‘ Uncalibrated’ is displayed, follow the Media Sensor Calibration procedure in Section 5.0. At the factory, the printer is calibrated to sense a wide range of media types. Quick Media Calibration fine-tunes the media sensor for your gap, notch or reflective media application.
24 I-Class 3.5 Outputting Labels In addition to directly outputting labels from the printer, there are several optional output configurations available. 3.5.1 Rewinding With the Internal Media Rewinder option, the printer can wind the printed labels and backing material .
I-Class 25 ‘ Route the media back to the Media Rewind Hub, as shown below. ’ Insert the leading edge into a Slot on the Media Rewind Hub then insert the Media Clip into a Slot to secure it in place. “ Position the Rewind Retainer lightly against the edge of the media on the Media Rewind Hub.
26 I-Class 3.5.2 On-Demand Dispensing When equipped with the Peel and Present option, labels are dispensed then separated automatically from the liner for immediate application. Œ With the Peel and Present Mechanism installed on the printer, pull outward on the Latch and allow the Roller Bracket to swing forward.
I-Class 27 • If installed, remove the Media Clip and the Rewind Retainer from the Media Rewind Hub. Route the Backing Material around the Media Rewind Hub, as shown. ‘ Insert the leading edge into a Slot on the Media Rewind Hub then insert the Media Clip into a Slot to secure it in place.
28 I-Class 3.5.3 Cutting When equipped with a Cutter , cut labels are dispensed automatically from the printer. To load media on a cutter equipped printer Œ Ensure the leading edge of media is clean, straight and firmly attached to the liner. • Load media according to Section 3.
I-Class 29 Using the Front Panel 4.0 Operation The front panel is comprised of three indicator lights, a Liquid Crystal Display and five mode-dependant keys . The selectable modes (Ready, Menu and Quick Test) and the related functions of the printer keys are detailed below.
30 I-Class 4.0.2 Menu Mode : Configuration (Ready Light ‘Flashing ’ ) Œ The DOWN ARROW Key scrolls to the previous menu item on the same menu level. It also decrements numerical values in most menu selections. • The UP ARROW Key scrolls to the next menu item.
I-Class 31 4.0.3 Quick Test Mode : Print Test Labels þ Note: The Quick Test Mode functions are disabled while processing data from communications interfaces until the Host Timeout value expires. Œ The DOWN ARROW Key scrolls to the previous test function.
32 I-Class 4.0.4 Indicator Lights Œ ‘On’ indicates that the printer is powered ‘On’ and, after initialization, it indicates the Ready Mode. ‘Slow Flashing’ indicates Menu Mode. ‘Fast Flashing’ indicates data is being received and processed.
I-Class 33 4.0.6 Resetting the Printer Depending upon the method used, there are three reset levels possible: 4.0.6.1 Sof t Reset To reset the printer and clear any temporary host settings: With the printer ‘On’, press and hold the CANCEL Key for approximately four seconds.
34 I-Class 4.1 The Menu System Printer operation can be controlled through the user interface, allowing the operator access to these six menu system branches: • Media Settings • Print Control • .
I-Class 35 4.1.1 Entrance and Exit Prompts With ‘Ready’ displayed on the LCD, press the Key to enter Menu Mode . þ Note: While in Menu Mode , the printer will stop processing new DPL (or bitmapped) data.
36 I-Class 4.1.2 Media Settings MEDIA TYPE Selects the printing method. DIRECT THERMAL For use with heat sensitive media . ² THERMAL TRANSFER For use with media requiring a ribbon to create an image. SENSOR TYPE Selects the top-of-form (TOF ) sensing method for the media .
I-Class 37 4.1.3 Print Control + Refer to Section 2.1.1 for detailed information on print quality controls. HEAT ² 10 (0-30) Controls the ‘burn-time’ of the printhead. This is the equivalent of Heat Setting on most label software programs. PRINT SPEED Controls the rate of label movement during the printing process; see Appendix C.
38 I-Class Print Control (continued) CUSTOM ADJUSTMENTS ♦ These factory adjustments independently change the listed parameters to finely tune the printer and compensate for slight mechanical differences sometimes evident if multiple printers share label formats.
I-Class 39 4.1.4 Printer Options MODULES Memory available for user storage of graphics, fonts and label formats. (The physical presence of the respective memory module must be detected to show the function selections in the menu system. See Appendix C for a listing of all possible modules.
40 I-Class Printer Options (continued) CUTTER Used to cut media into separate labels. (The physical presence of a device must be detected to show the ENABLE/DISABLE selections.) ENABLED Enables cutting. ² DISABLED Disables cutting . NOT INSTALLED No Cutter is detected.
I-Class 41 Printer Options (continued) BARCODE COUNT ² 00 (00-99) Used to set the specific number of barcodes to be read on the label. 00 selects AUTO Mode, allowing a variable number of barcodes to be read per label format. AUTO Mode should not be used with imaged (bitmapped) barcodes or with certain bar code addendums as shown in Appendix B.
42 I-Class Printer Options (continued) GPIO PORT Model dependant option used to interface the printer to an external controlling device (see Appendix D). GPIO DEVICE Input control signal is required to print a label. ² DISABLED Disables the GPIO . APPLICATOR Enables the GPIO for a Label Applicator .
I-Class 43 4.1.5 System Settings CONFIGURATION FILE Options for storage and recall of printer configuration files. See Appendix F for details. RESTORE AS CURRENT Provides a list of available configuration files. Selecting a file from the list causes a printer reset; afterward, the printer is configured according to the activated file.
44 I-Class System Settings (continued) DOUBLE BYTE SYMBOLS When equipped with the ILPC option, this selects the code page used to print double byte fonts unless otherwise specified in DPL; see the I & W Class Programmer’s Manual for details.
I-Class 45 System Settings (continued) CONFIGURATION LEVEL To upgrade the application program (resident software) version of the printer, the hardware and software compatibility levels must match for the update to be accepted. This information is displayed here; it is also printed on a configuration label .
46 I-Class System Settings (continued) SET FACTORY DEFAULTS Parameters in this menu listing with the ‘ ² ’ symbol are the designated defaults. SET FACTORY DEFAULTS Overwrite the current settings with the factory default settings or, if selected, will restore the Factory Setting File.
I-Class 47 System Settings (continued) PAUSE MODE When enabled, suspends printing between each label until the PAUSE Key is pressed. ENABLED Requires an operator press the PAUSE Key after each label . ² DISABLED The printer completes label batch without pausing between labels.
48 I-Class System Settings (continued) þ Note: As indicated, the following menu selections will only appear according to the model of your printer. PLUS EMULATION This instructs the firmware to process specific DPL data as would the Prodigy Plus ® printer without all of the variations.
I-Class 49 System Settings (continued) þ Note: As indicted, the following menu selections will only appear according to the model of your printer. ALLEGRO EMULATION This instructs the firmware to process specific DPL data as would the Allegro ® printer without all of the variations.
50 I-Class System Settings (continued) COLUMN EMULATION Provides compatibility with legacy Datamax products. The Prodigy Plus and Allegro calculated column positions using 200 DPI math but had 203 DPI printheads. Also, decreasing the DPI compensates for different printer models column “1” positions.
I-Class 51 System Settings (continued) MENU LANGUAGE ♦ Selects the language in which the menu system messages and configuration label are shown. Only languages that are resident will be available. ² ENGLISH English FRANCAIS French ITALIANO Italian DEUTSCH German ESPANOL Spanish USER DEFINED User defined, downloaded language(s).
52 I-Class System Settings (continued) VOID DISTANCE ² 0.25in (0-2.00) The distance to backup on the defective label and the font size in which to print the VOID text. RETRY COUNT ² 1 (0-3) Establishes the number of retries the printer will attempt to reprint a defective label after it has been voided.
I-Class 53 4.1.6 Communications SERIAL PORT A ♦ Controls the communications settings for Serial Port A. BAUD RATE Determines the serial communication rate.
54 I-Class Communications (continued) PARALLEL PORT A ♦ Controls the communications settings for Parallel Port A. PORT DIRECTION Determines if messages are sent from the printer to the host via the parallel port. ² UNI-DIRECTIONAL One-way printer communication.
I-Class 55 Communications (continued) GATEWAY Specifies the network gateway address the NIC Adapter should use. SNMPTRAP DESTINATION Selects the Network IP address where all SNMP Traps will be sent. If zeroed, no traps are sent. PROTOCOL The network protocols recognized by the NIC Adapter .
56 I-Class Communications (continued) HOST SETTINGS Settings which affect all communications with a host. HOST TIMEOUT ² 10 SEC (1-60) The number of seconds a communications port must be idle before the printer may process data from a different port.
I-Class 57 Communications (continued) HEAT COMMAND Allows the user to disable the DPL Heat Command, providing compatibility with other DATAMAX printers. ² ENABLED Normal printer operating mode. DISABLED DPL Heat Commands are ignored. The heat value is controlled via the menu setting; see Print Control, Section 4.
58 I-Class 4.1.7 Diagnostics HEX DUMP MODE Most commonly used for troubleshooting. Prints data and instructions received from the host rather than interpreting them as label formats; see Section 6.2. ENABLE Prints raw ASCII data received from the host rather than executing the commands.
I-Class 59 Diagnostics (continued) SENSOR READINGS Analog Sensor readings are displayed. THR TRAN RIBM 24V à 255 255 255 255 Live sensor values are displayed.
60 I-Class 4.2 Display Messages The printer displays several different types of information (if not in the menu system or Quick Test Mode ): Ø User Prompts and Condition Messages (also see Section 4.1.1 for a listing of the Enter/Exit Prompts) Ø Application and Boot Loader Updating Messages (see Section 5.
I-Class 61 User Prompts and Condition Messages (continued) Displayed Message Description Condition(s) Ready Mode. Normal operating mode. The printer is ready to receive and process label formats. A label is awaiting removal. The Present Sensor option is enabled and a label blocks the sensor.
62 I-Class 4.3 Quick Test Mode This section explains the functions of the resident Quick Tests, accessible by pressing the Key on the Front Panel. þ Notes: (1) With the exception of the Configuration Label, all Quick Test labels require 4-inch (102mm) wide media to print the entire format.
I-Class 63 4.3.2 Configuration Label The Configuration Label provides printer valuable database information, as detailed in Section 4.1. To print a Configuration Label: Œ Press the Key. • Use the Key to scroll to ‘Print Configuration’ . Ž Press the Key to print.
64 I-Class 4.3.3 Quick Ribbon Test Label The Quick Ribbon Test Label features a compliant picket-fence bar code that can be used to verify thermal transfer and print quality functions. To print a Quick Ribbon Test Label : Œ Press the Key. • Use the Key to scroll to ‘Ribbon Test Label’ .
I-Class 65 4.3.4 Dot Test Pattern Label The Dot Test Pattern Label features patterns that exercise the thermal elements of the printhead to indicate its overall condition (see examples below). To print a Dot Test Pattern Label: Œ Press the Key. • Use the Key to scroll to ‘Dot Test Pattern’.
66 I-Class 4.3.5 Validation Label The Validation Label is another useful tool for evaluating overall print quality. To generate a Validation Label: Œ Press the Key. • Use the Key to scroll to ‘Validation Label ’. Ž Use the Key to select a quantity; see Section 4.
I-Class 67 Adjusting and Maintaining the Printer 5.0 Media Sensor Calibration In addition to the Sensor Type selection, Media Sensor calibration ensures that each label is detected correctly and reliably. Perform calibration when the ‘ Uncalibrated’ message is displayed.
68 I-Class Standard Calibration (continued) Step Operator Action Displayed Message Comment 3 Press the Key to enter the Media Settings menu. See Section 4.1.2 for menu layout. 4 Press the Key and scroll to ‘Sensor Calibration’. Press the Key to abort this procedure.
I-Class 69 Standard Calibration (continued) Step Operator Action Displayed Message Comment 7 Proceed according to your media type: Die-cut stock: strip the media from the backing and then reinsert it into the sensor; adjust the Sensor Eye Mark over the center of the backing.
70 I-Class Standard Calibration (continued) Step Operator Action Displayed Message Comment 9 Observe the display. Or, for reflective media: Or, for continuous media: The calibration was successful. See note below if another message was displayed. 10 Exit upon successful calibration: B ack out of the menu tree by repeatedly pressing the Key .
I-Class 71 5.0.2 Ad vanced Entry Calibration Advanced Entry Calibration is the alternate method for special-case media types. The procedure has two parts: 1) You must list the sensor readings for the label and TOF values using different algorithms. 2) From your list the best algorithm is chosen, new readings taken and those values entered.
72 I-Class Advanced Entry Calibration (continued) Step Operator Action Displayed Message Comment 6 Press the Key to scroll to ‘Advanced Entry’. You are entering Advanced Entry Calibration. 7 Press the Key. Press the Key to abort this procedure. 8 Press the Key.
I-Class 73 Advanced Entry Calibration (continued) Step Operator Action Displayed Message Comment 11 Proceed according to your media type: Die-cut stock: strip the media from the backing and then reinsert it into the sensor; adjust the Sensor Eye Mark over the center of the backing.
74 I-Class Advanced Entry Calibration (continued) Step Operator Action Displayed Message Comment 12 From the data collected in Steps 10 and 11, where both the sensor readings are above 20, subtract each Label Value from the corresponding TOF Value. These are the Difference Values .
I-Class 75 Advanced Entry Calibration (continued) Step Operator Action Displayed Message Comment 13 Using the Key, select the Gain Number determined in Step 12. Press the Key to select the setting. Or, for reflective media: Selection is denoted with an ‘*’.
76 I-Class Advanced Entry Calibration (continued) Step Operator Action Displayed Message Comment 16 Press the Key. Using the or the Key, set the ‘Paper’ level to the value determined in the previous step. Press the Key to set the entry (indicated by the ‘*’) and advance the menu.
I-Class 77 5.1 Printhead Adjustments To ensure consistent print quality over a wide range of media types and dimensions, the printer is equipped with a Leveling Cam adjustment and a Burn Line adjustment .
78 I-Class 5.1.2 Burn Line Adjustment The Burn Line has been adjusted at the factory for strict compliance using 6.5- mil (.0065 inch) media, ensuring print quality across a majority of media types. In extreme cases, however, if media of a different thickness or rigidity is used (for example, heavy tag stock ), print quality can change.
I-Class 79 5.2 Printhead Replacement þ Note: Printheads are fragile; use extreme care when handling and never use a sharp object on the surface. If you have questions, contact a qualified technician or Datamax Technical Support before proceeding.
80 I-Class 5.3 Maintenance Schedule The following list and table detail the recommended items, techniques, and schedules to help you safely and effectively maintain the printer.
I-Class 81 5.3.1 Cleaning the Printhead If print quality declines (symptoms include non-compliant bar codes, print dropouts, streaks; see Section 4.3.4), the typical cause is debris build-up on the printhead. Furthermore, when the build-up is not removed it may lead to element failure, greatly reducing the life of the printhead.
82 I-Class 5.3.2 Cleaning the Platen Roller A platen roller contaminated with grit, label adhesive, or ink can cause a decline in print quality and, in extreme cases, cause labels to stick and wrap around the roller. To clean the platen roller: Œ Turn ‘Off’ and unplug the printer.
I-Class 83 5.3.3 Cleaning Interior and Ext erior Surfaces Interior Surfaces: During operation, dust particles from the media build-up inside the printer. Then, as the media is pulled through the printer, the particles can become attached and cause voids on the printed labels.
84 I-Class 5.4.1 Updating from the Ready Mode Update Procedure for Application Version 2.091 or greater Step Displayed Message Operator Action Comment(s) 1 Using the DOS copy command (where ‘filenam.
I-Class 85 5.4.2 Updating from the Download Mode Required Update Procedure for Application Version 2.08 or earlier * Step Displayed Message Operator Action Comment(s) 1 Press and hold the PAUSE and TEST Keys while turning ‘On’ the printer to enter the Download Mode .
86 I-Class 5.4.3 Possible Problems during an Update The following is list of possible error messages when downloading: þ Note: If experiencing trouble when attempting to download the file to the printer, try the following alternate methods: 1) Use the Download Mode (see Section 5.
I-Class 87 5.5 Boot Loader Program Updates The printer stores the Boot Loader Program in Flash memory on the Main PCB. A feature allows updates to this program via the printer’s interface port.
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I-Class 89 Troubleshooting 6.0 Problem Resolution Should a problem arise, the information in this section will help you resolve it. The following table lists problems that will not necessarily generate an error message. (For information on displayed messages, see Section 6.
90 I-Class If experiencing this problem… Try this solution… Erratic printing (instead of the label format, strange characters are printed): • The printer may be in Hex Dump Mode; see Section 6.
I-Class 91 If experiencing this problem… Try this solution… No power (all indicator lights are ‘Off”): • Verify that the AC power cord connection has been made at both the outlet and the printer; also, ensure the power switch is ‘On’. • Verify that the AC outlet is functioning, or try moving the printer to another AC circuit.
92 I-Class If experiencing this problem… Try this solution… Nothing happens when trying to print using a software program: • Ensure that the printer is at READY. • Observe the Front Panel, if the READY light does not flash as you send the format check the protocol and port settings between the printer and host.
I-Class 93 6.1 Fault and Warning Messages All printer functions are internally monitored. If a problem (Fault) or a potential problem (Warning) is detected, the Error Indicator (see Section 4.0.4) will be illuminated. A corresponding message will be displayed (if not within a branch of the menu system or in Quick Test Mode).
94 I-Class Printer Fault Messages (continued) Displayed Message Description Possible Solution(s) The printer has detected a Direct Memory Access failure. Try cycling the printer power ‘Off’ and ‘On’. If the fault does not clear, call for service.
I-Class 95 Printer Fault Messages (continued) Displayed Message Description Possible Solution(s) Two possible causes: (1) The printer was powered-off or reset during a ribbon, out of stock or TOF fault; or (2) the printer was unable to complete the Media Calibration.
96 I-Class Printer Fault Messages (continued) Displayed Message Description Possible Solution(s) Consistently high sensor readings were detected. Press any key to continue. Ensure that media was removed from the media sensor during the appropriate calibration steps; also ensure that no labels are stuck in the media sensor.
I-Class 97 Printer Fault Messages (continued) Displayed Message Description Possible Solution(s) The Scanner could not successfully pass a bar code. þ Note: This is a normal condition when a bar code is not readable. Press the FEED Key to clear. If the bar code is free from anomalies (e.
98 I-Class Printer Fault Messages (continued) Displayed Message Description Possible Solution(s) The printer could not find the TOF mark within the maximum label length setting or it found a TOF in an unexpected place. þ Note: When the printer is set for reflective media, this fault is given for an out of stock condition.
I-Class 99 Printer Fault Messages (continued) Displayed Message Description Possible Solution(s) The Verifier could not successfully pass a bar code. þ Note: This is a normal condition when a bar code is not verifiable. Simultaneously press the ENTER and F1 Keys on the Verifier to clear.
100 I-Class Printer Warning Messages Displayed Message Description Action(s) The printer has detected a low operating voltage. Possible low or fluctuating line voltage level. Try moving the printer to another outlet. When more than 50% black is being printed, try reducing the Heat Value or the size of the black image.
I-Class 101 6.2 Hex Dump Mode The Hex Dump Mode is a useful tool for diagnosing problems, including communication and DPL syntax errors, allowing a comparison of input strings (sent by host) to output data (received by printer). To decode this information, the I & W Class Programmer’s Manual is an essential reference.
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I-Class 103 Printer Specifications 7.0 General Specifications Bar Codes (See the I &W Class Programmer’s Manual for details. See Appendix B for samples.
104 I-Class Environmental Requirements Operating Temperature: 32 ° F – 100 ° F (0 ° C to 38 ° C) Storage Temperature: 0° F − 140° F (-17° C to 60° C) Humidity: 10% − 95% non-condensing Dust: Non-conducting, non-corrosive Electromagnetic Radiation: Moderate RF fields can be tolerated Mechanical Height: 12.
I-Class 105 Printing Specifications (continued) Print Length Range: with an optional cutter: with an optional peel & present mechanism: .25” – 99” (6.4 mm – 2514.6 mm) I-4206, I-4208, I-4212, I–4308 .25” – 84” (6.4 mm – 2133.6 mm) I-4406 .
106 I-Class Media and Ribbon Requirements (continued) E A B C D G H I J F Media Dimensions Designator Description Maximum [1] Minimum [1] A label width 4.65 1.00 B liner width 4.65 1.00 C gap (or notch) between labels [4] – .100 D label length [4] – .
I-Class 107 Appendix A ASCII Control Code Chart Char Dec Hex Char Dec Hex Char Dec Hex Char Dec Hex Ctrl @ NUL 0 00 32 20 @ 64 40 ` 96 60 Ctrl A SOH 1 01 ! 33 21 A 65 41 a 97 61 Ctrl B STX 2 02 “ 34.
108 I-Class ASCII Control Code Chart (continued) Char Dec Hex Char Dec Hex Char Dec Hex Char Dec Hex Ç 128 80 á 160 A0 192 C0 Ó 224 E0 ü 129 81 í 161 A1 193 C1 ß 225 E1 é 130 82 ó 162 A2 194 C.
I-Class 109 Appendix B Available Fonts and Bar Codes All character fonts and bar codes available with the printer are described in this section. Each font and bar code has a name associated with it for use in programming. Human-readable fonts have numeric names, while bar code fonts have alpha names.
110 I-Class The table below lists the font sizes; the numbers indicate the number of dots. Font Height Width Spacing 0 7 5 1 1 13 7 2 2 18 10 2 3 27 14 2 4 36 18 3 5 52 18 3 6 64 32 4 7 32 15 5 8 28 15 5 Font 0: 96-character alphanumeric , upper and lower case.
I-Class 111 Font 4: 62-character alphanumeric , uppercase. Font 5: 62-character alphanumeric , uppercase. Font 6: 62-character alphanumeric , uppercase.
112 I-Class Font 7: OCR-A, size I. Font 8: OCR-B, size III. Font 9: Internal Triumvirate font . The number in the bar code height field sets the point sizes.
I-Class 113 Bar Code Summary Data Bar Code fonts have alpha names (Bar Code ID): Lowercase names only print barcodes; uppercase names print barcodes with human-readable interpretations.
114 I-Class Bar Code A: Code 39 Bar Code B: UPC-A Bar Code C: UPC-E Bar Code D: Interleaved 2 of 5 Bar Code E: Code 128 Bar Code F: EAN-13 Bar Code G: EAN-8 Bar Code H: Health Industry Bar Code (HBIC).
I-Class 115 Bar Code K: Plessey Bar Code L: Interleaved 2 of 5 w/modulo 10 checksum and shipping bearer bars Bar Code M: 2 Digit UPC addendum Bar Code N: 5 Digit UPC addendum Bar Code O: Code 93 Bar C.
116 I-Class Bar Code S: UCC/EAN Code 128 Random Weight Bar Code T: Telepen Bar Code u: UPS MaxiCode Bar Code v: FIM Bar Code z: PDF-417 Bar Code WG: USD-8 Bar Code W1c: DataMatrix Bar Code W1d: QR Cod.
I-Class 117 Appendix C Module Assignments Memory Module Designator Module Size Volatile* Location / Use A Future Option N/A N/A B Future Option N/A N/A D 1024 KB (default size) Yes Main PCB SDRAM – .
118 I-Class Available Speeds and Default Settings Printer Speed Ranges and Defaults * Speed Range Default Setting Model IPS MMPS IPS MMPS I-4206 : Print 2-6 51 – 152 6.0 152 Feed 2-8 51 – 203 6.0 152 Reverse 2-5 51 – 102 4.0 102 I-4208 : Print 2-8 51 – 203 8.
I-Class 119 Appendix D GPIO Port Description With the optional GPIO PCB, the printer can easily be programmed to interface with most applicator devices. The GPIO functions are enabled and configured using the menu system of the printer (see Section 4.
120 I-Class GPIO Pin Configuration (as viewed from the rear of the printer) External Start of Print Control Connections for an external Start of Print control can be made (1) directly to Pin 8 using a TTL- level input or (2) with an interface circuit similar to the one shown right.
I-Class 121 Appendix E Menu System Multi-Language Support This printer provides the user with the ability to download new menu system languages and/or replace the Datamax provided translations.
122 I-Class Creating a Menu Language: Œ Invoke Excel and open the gemmsglst.xls file. Excel opens the file and the following screen appears. • Click the “Enable Macro” box and the following app.
I-Class 123 Ž Click On Column J and enter your new language, or modify an existing one. Tips: A) Message Size – When entering new messages, reference the ‘MAX’ column: this is the maximum number of characters allowed for this field. Warnings are displayed when the number of characters is exceeded or when trying to modify the MAX value.
124 I-Class ‘ Download the generated files to the printer – one method is the DOS copy command: copy small.ls lpt1: /b ’ Reset the printer by pressing and holding the CANCEL Key for approximately four seconds. “ Verify the operation by printing a Configuration Label (see Section 4.
I-Class 125 Ÿ To restore the factory generated EFIGS image, download the file *832296.01A to the printer. This file is located on the Datamax FTP site. The letter at the end of the file name (e.g., A) specifies the revision. The latest revision will be available on the FTP site.
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I-Class 127 Appendix F Saving a Configuration File With application version 5.01 and above, the printer can save and restore complete printer settings, including media calibration parameters, as internal Configuration Files.
128 I-Class To save a manually entered setup (for example, an application that required an Advanced Entry Calibration before beginning) as a configuration file using the front panel: Step Displayed Message Operator Action Comment(s) 1 Press the Key. You are entering ‘Menu Mode’ .
I-Class 129 Warranty Information Datamax Barcode Products Limited Warranty Statement I-Class Printers Printer Datamax warrants* to Purchaser that under normal use and service, the I-Class Prin.
130 I-Class Thermal Printhead, Platen Roller, and Belts This warranty* is limited to a period of one year, (365 days), or one million (1,000,000) linear inches of use, whichever comes first, for the I-Class thermal printhead, platen roller, and belts.
I-Class 131 General Warranty Provisions Datamax makes no warranty as to the design, capability, capacity or suitability of any of its hardware, supplies, or software.
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I-Class 133 Glossary alphanumeric Consisting of alphabetic, numeric, punctuation and other symbols. backing material The silicon-coated paper carrier material to which labels with adhesive backing are affixed. Also referred to as “liner”. bar code A representation of alphanumeric information in a pattern of machine-readable marks.
134 I-Class defaults The functional setting values returned following a factory reset of the printer. diagnostics Programs used to locate and diagnose hardware problems.
I-Class 135 label A paper or synthetic printing material, typically with a pressure sensitive adhesive backing. label length The distance from the top of the label to the bottom of the label as it exits the printer. label repeat The distance from the top of one label to the top of the next label.
136 I-Class registration Repeatable top to bottom alignment of printed labels. reverse speed The backward rate of media motion into the printer during tear-off, peel and present and cutting operations for positioning the label at the start of print position.
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