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1. 4XXXX gt IP Address 199 009 100 001 Ready to print Total number of pages printed Note when the printer is powered off the counter reverts to 0 In normal printing mode display only XXXXXXXX as total number of pages printed In copy printing mode display YYY XXXXXXXX YYYY number of pages not printed XXXXXXXX number of pages printed Main Menu Parameter Setting Network Configuration 31 www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it 2 Button functions BUTTON FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Entering the Press and release PAUSE then press PAUSE EBED Main Menu and hold FEED for 4 seconds PAUSE 4 Hee eames Descending Item Parameter selection Selection CANCEL gt aa a aa Increasing Item Parameter selection Selection FEED amp Confirmation Confirm selection 3 Items to be set and operating guide MAIN MENU SUB MENU DESCRIPTION When set at 0 the printer will accept Panes the default setting Seemed ane Common Settings if not the printer will not accept the Speed default setting or command setting Return Return to main menu Tear Offset Positioning Offset The increment for the G 2108D is Offset settings Cutting Offset 0 125mm G 3106D 0 085mm Peeling Offset Return Return to main menu IP Address The range of XXX is 0 255 press PAUSE to decrease CANCEL Port to2. Miscellaneous Vertical blank lines Continuous vertical blank lines in printout indicate a dirty or faulty printhead as shown below If the problem cannot be solved by cleaning the printhead replace the printhead The host shows Printer Timeout 1 Check if the interface cable is connected 2 Check if the printer is turned on If the situation remains unsolved please contact your reseller or our customer service engineer 39 www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it The data has been sent but not printing 1 Verify you have chosen the correct Windows printer 2 Reset the printer If the situation remains unsolved please contact your reseller or our customer service engineer Print quality problems 1 Adjust Print Darkness setting 2 Adjust Print Speed setting 3 Clean the printhead and platen roller 4 Make sure the correct media ribbon is loaded 5 Use only high quality Media replace if necessary Recovery After the corrective action is taken press the CANCEL button to clear the alarm the printer will get back to work automatically Others Contact a qualified Service Engineer from your reseller or Postek for troubles that persist or are not covered in this section 40 www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it Appendix A Interface Specifications RS232 Serial The RS232 connector on the printer is a DBYF aia a Out RTS Connection with host Host 25S Printer 9P IX2
3. 4 Corresponding to the scale on the Media Spindle position the media roll in the middle of the Spindle Release and lift the Printhead Module Route the media as shown in Figure 6 3 Slide the Media Guide to the edge of the media Close the Printhead Module and press down until it locks into place Figure 6 4 Close the cover and press the Feed button to feed the media and ensure proper tracking If the printer does not correctly sense the top of each label it may be necessary to perform the Calibration Procedure in the Operation Basics section 19 www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it Peel off Mode The loading guide will be provided with the peeler kit Cutting Mode The loading guide will be provided with the cutter kit Figure 6 1 20 www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it Figure 6 2 21 www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it Figure 6 3 22 www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it Figure 6 4 23 www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it Adjusting the Position of Media Sensor Note Only applies to the reflective sensor 1 Lift the top cover 2 Push the TPH release lever to release the Printhead Module 3 Lift the Printhead Module to expose the media sensor cover Figure 7 1 4 R
4. not every situation is addressed you may find some of these tips useful Error Indications Typically when the printer is not functioning one or two of the three indicator lamps will begin blinking The possible situations addressed by the status of the three indicator lamps are listed bellow READY and MEDIA Lamps blink simultaneously c Possible Cause Recommended Remarks Solutions Cannot detect the a Check the media If you are using media gap or black path continuous media line b Check the position be sure you have the of the media sensor Perform media sensor calibration correct settings in your software Media run out Load a roll of media firmly positioned against the media Media jam Clear the jam The Media Roll Adjust the Media Roll Guides are not Guides to firmly press against the media Media sensor error Service media sensor 38 www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it READY and RIBBON Lamps blink simultaneously Possible Cause Recommend Solutions Remarks Run out of ribbon Load a roll ribbon Ribbon jam Clear the jam Ribbon Sensor Service Ribbon Sensor To be serviced only error by qualified personnel Only READY Lamp blinks Possible Cause Recommend Solutions Remarks Serial I O error Check DIP switches for the band rate settings Memory overflow Restart the printer Perform Reset
5. Barcode Label Printer Matisse amp Matisse Stand Alone Matisse Plus amp Matisse Plus Stand Alone User s Manual Matisse Matisse StandAlone www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it FCC Notice This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This equipment may generate use and or radiate radio frequency energy If not installed and used in full accordance with this instruction manual interference to radio communications may occur This equipment complies with the limits for a Class A Information Technology Equipment pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a commercial environment Operation of this equipment in a residential area may also cause interference In such case the user will be required at his own expense to correct the interference using whatever means necessary i www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it Disclaimer This manual has been validated and reviewed for accuracy The instructions and descriptions it contains are accurate for the Label Printer at the time of this manual s printing However succeeding printers and manuals are subject to change without notice assumes no liabi
6. Running out of ribbon Buttons The three buttons have different functions based on the mode of the operation is performed Advanced Functions Mode Basic Functions see Advanced Functions below Feed Calibration Feed one label Media Sensor Calibration Pause Self Test Press once to Self test pause current The Printer performs a print job self test and prints out a Press a second configuration report time to resume printing Cancel Reset Cancel current Reset batch of labels Resets the printer to Forces the printer Factory Default Settings to continue working after an error has been corrected LCD Display A 2 line graphic LCD display is affixed to the front panel For MatisseSA and Matisse PlusSA only Data in the form of characters letters and numbers are shown on the LCD display Please see below LCD Panel Operation 28 www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it Advanced Functions Media Sensor Calibration It is necessary to accomplish Media Sensor Calibration after a new roll of media has been loaded 1 Press and hold the Feed Calibration button for about 4 seconds 2 The printer will feed approximately 200mm of media 3 The three indicators stop blinking and remain lit the printer is back to a normal state Self Test 1 Press and hold the Pause Self Test button for about 4 seconds 2 The printer will print out a configuration report and th
7. 1 pcs 10 Quick Start Guide 1 pcs 3 www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it Printer Power Adapter Sample Media Ribbon Lf yy je User s Manual CD Rom Media Roll Guide Figure 1 Printer and accessories 6 www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it Chapter 2 Getting Started Setting up Before setting up the printer you should consider the following 1 Make sure there is adequate space around the printer for loading consumables and proper ventilation 2 Make sure the printer is close to the host so the interface cable is easily accessible at either end 7 www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it Main Parts and Features Figure 2 1 PAUSE Button 2 FEED Button 3 CANCEL Button 4 READY Indicator 5 MEDIA Indicator 6 RIBBON Indicator 7 Media Exit Path 8 Cover Handle 9 Bottom Case 10 Top Cover 11 Left Side Cover 8 www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it Figure 3 1 Printhead Module 2 Printhead Bracket 3 Printhead 4 Transmissive Sensor 5 Reflective Sensor 6 TPH Release Lever 7 Media Guide 8 Ribbon Loading Knob 9 Ribbon Supply Spindle 10 Media Compartment 11 Guide Wheel 12 Platen Roller 9 www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it Figure 4 1 RS232 Serial Port 2 DIP Switches 3 USB Port 4 PS 2 Port 5 DC IN Port 6 Ethernet Port 7 Centronics Port Note The above figure illustrates all possible interface po
8. increase FEE to move to Network i Configuration Subnet Mask next XXX Upon completion pressing FEED G will proceed to the Gateway Save Cancel screen Return Return to main menu Language Chinese English Selection i Return Return to main menu Settings Clears only those settings accomplished through the front panel Clear Graphics To View or Del All or Del 1 by 1 Return Return to main menu Execute Execute stored forms Stand Alone Delete All Delete all stored forms Printing Delete 1 by 1 Delete selected stored form Return Return to main menu Exit Exit Requires a PS 2 keyboard and the downloading of the Forms www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it DIP Switch at the Back Panel ON OFF E u va u om u wi BE om u of E SE MM o E u Note Please turn off the printer before setting the DIP switches w 3 www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it DIP Bit Functions Remarks 4 ON Direct thermal print Printing type settings OFF Thermal transfer print Default OFF 3 ON Tear off position Stop position setting OFF Edge of next label Default OFF 3 ON Cutter is installed Cutter settings OFF Cutter is not installed Default OFF 4 ON Peeler is installed Peeler settings OFF Peeler is not installed Default OFF 2 ON Transmissive Sensor Select Media Sensor OFF Reflective Sensor Default OFF 6 ON Enable IP setting IP address setup O
9. FF Disable IP setting Default OFF 8 7 7 RS232 Serial Port 0 0 9600 n 8 1 baud rate setting _ 0 1 19200 n 8 1 0 OFF 1 ON 8 1 0 38400 n 8 1 Default 00 1 1 57600 n 8 1 Windows Driver and PosLabel Software The printer driver supports Win 7 Vista 2003 XP 2000 NT ME 98 95 printer comes with powerful bar code operating systems Each label design software PosLabel and operating instructions Note If you need to update the driver please remove any old versions 34 www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it of the driver before continuing METEGR 35 www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it Chapter 3 Maintenance Warning 1 Make sure the printer is turned OFF before performing any maintenance operations 2 The printhead becomes hot while printing be careful when performing maintenance on the printhead 3 Use only the cleaning agents indicated Meteor srl will not be responsible for damage caused by any other cleaning materials used on the printer 4 Anhydrous isopropyl alcohol is a solvent containing no more than one percent water Isopropyl alcohol is a flammable solvent always take the proper precautions when using this solvent Cleaning the Printhead The printhead is easily damaged due to its precision construction A printhead damaged by misuse is not covered under the terms of the warranty To ensure longevity of the printhead please n
10. ble length under 1 83 meters 6 feet if required 2 Keep the communication cable separate from power cords Loading the Ribbon Ww N e Caution 1 Make sure the ink side of your ribbon faces outwards Always make sure the ink side of the ribbon faces the media and NOT the printhead 2 The maximum width of the ribbon is 110mm When using a ribbon roll with a width less than 110m please place the ribbon roll in the middle of the Ribbon Spindle corresponding to the symmetry symbol lt 3 This section is not applicable to direct thermal printing Lift the top cover Figure 5 1 Push the TPH release lever to release the Printhead Module Lift the Printhead Module to expose the ribbon supply holder Figure 5 2 Unwrap the ribbon roll pack and separate the ribbon roll and the core Figure 5 3 Slide the roll of Ribbon onto one of the Ribbon Spindles and the core onto the other spindle Figure5 3 Load the Ribbon Spindle into the printer and route the ribbon through the Printhead Module as shown in Figure 5 4 7 Wrap the end of the ribbon around the core Figure5 5 Oo wo Load the core into the Ribbon rewinder Figure5 6 Turn the guide wheel on the left of the core to take up the loose ribbon 12 www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it and tighten the ribbon 10 Close the Printhead Module and press down until it locks into place 13 www meteo
11. code it Power rating 24 VDC 2 0A Weight 3 5 kgs Dimensions W 256 x D 329 x H 200mm Operation environment Temperature 32 F 104 F 0 C 40 C Relative humidity 5 85 non condensing Storage environment Temperature 40 F 140 F 40 C 60 C Relative humidity 5 85 non condensing Optional items Cutter kit Internal 100 10M Ethernet Interface card 4MB Flash ROM PS 2 port and LCD display are only provided for models KK The Centronics interface and Transmissive Sensor maybe not standard issue and is factory dependent Please verify your requirements before ordering Power for the power adaptor barcode label printer is provided via an external Specifications for Power Adapter Input AC 100 240 V 47 63 Hz Output DC 24 V 2 0 A Environment 0 C 40 C Unpacking and Inspection Inspect the shipping carton s for possible shipping damage if damage is discovered notify the shipping company to report the nature and extent of the damage Please check the items according to the Packing List If there are any items missing notify your authorized reseller Packing List Figure 1 4 www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it 1 Printer 1 pcs 2 Power Adapter 1 pcs 3 Ribbon Spindle 2 pcs 4 Media Spindle 1 pcs 5 Core Adapter 2 pcs 6 Media Roll Guide 2 pcs 7 Ribbon 1 pcs 8 Sample Media 1 pcs 9 CD Rom
12. e three indicators will stop blinking and remain lit The printer is back to a normal state 3 The following information will be printed on the self test report Font list Hardware configuration and status DIP switch settings Label parameters Firmware version Reset Reset the Printer to the Factory Default Settings Following the steps listed below allows you to reset the printer to the factory default settings 1 Press and hold the Cancel Reset button for 4 seconds the three lamps will blink simultaneously the printer will return to normal state automatically if no operations are performed within 4 seconds 2 Release and press the Cancel Reset button again 3 The three indicators stop blinking and remain lit The printer is now in 29 www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it its normal state The following parameters have automatically been reset Label Print darkness Speed Others Note The printed label count and printed length may not be reset 30 www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it LCD Panel Operation Only the two models and have an LCD display LCD can display printer status printed label quantity error messages and can also assist in configuring the printer Examples of LCD display EADY 203DPI Total 00000888 USE tal XXXXXXXX MEDIA ERROR YYYY XXXXXXX MAIN MENU 4 Common Settings gt il EAR OFFSE
13. eesenees 27 Advanced FUnctions cccescescessesseeeseeeneeeseeeseeeneeeneeeseeesees 29 LCD Panel Operation cccesccesceeeceeeeeeceseceaeceaeeeaeeeaeeeaeees 31 DIP Switch at the Back Panel nnenee 33 Windows Driver and PosLabel Software nenne 34 Chapter 3 Maintenance csssssssossssnonsssnnsnesnnnsssnnnsssnnnsnsnnnee OO Cleaning the Printhead oniiir 36 Cleaning the Platen Roller u00snseeeseessnnessneennnenennneneneennnnn 37 iv www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it Cleaning the Printer Interior ussnsesenneenennnennnn 37 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting csscccssscssssscsccscssesessceeees 38 Error Indications c ccccssecesseeeseeeeseeceeeeeneneeeeeeeseaeeesseeesesenseeeees 38 Miscellaneous nee 39 Others nennen AT ATI nn 40 Appendix A Interface Specifications essssssnsssonsssonssnnnsnen 41 Appendix B ASCII Table 220 000000000000000000000000000000000000 44 vV www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it Preface Welcome to label printer The is designed to provide general purpose and high performance printing capabilities barcode label printer is a new generation of printing equipment featuring high performance and multiple functions It stands out with its modern appearance and excellent functionality while utilizing a series of new and cutting edge technologies Relying on our wealth of experie
14. emove the media sensor cover and slide the media sensor to the appropriate position refer to Figure 7 3 Figure 7 4 and Figure 7 5 5 Replace the media sensor cover Reflective media sensor cover Figure 7 1 24 www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it Media sensor 2 5mm Media gap Figure 7 3 25 www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it Media gap Figure 7 4 Media gap Figure 7 5 26 www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it Operation Basics Power Switch The power switch is on the back panel of the printer The symbols on the switch are defined as follows ON O OFF The Front Panel The Front Panel of the printer consists of Three Indicator Lamps MEDIA READY and RIBBON Three multi function buttons PAUSE FEED and CANCEL Indicator Lamps The three lamps indicate the status of the printer please refer to Chapter 4 for error indications Solid Indicates the printer is in the normal state Blinking Indicates the printer is in the PAUSE state Solid Indicates the printer is in the normal state Blinking simultaneously with READY Running out of media Solid Indicates thermal transfer printing RIBBON i PEA Off Direct thermal printing no ribbon installed 27 www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it Blinking simultaneously with READY
15. lity for damages incurred directly or indirectly from errors omissions or discrepancies between the printer and this manual ii www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it Important Safety Instructions Only qualified and trained service technicians should attempt to repair the printer Do not place the printer on or near a heat source Be sure that the output of the power adapter is 24VDC and your power source matches the rating listed on the power adapter Be certain your power source is grounded To avoid getting an electric shock do not use a worn or damaged power cord If the power cord becomes damaged or frayed replace it immediately Do not insert anything into the ventilation slots or openings on the printer The printer and power adapter should never be operated in a location where either one can get wet Personal injury may result The printhead becomes hot while printing To protect from damaging the printhead and risk of personal injury avoid touching the printhead To get increased printhead longevity and higher quality printouts always use approved labels tags and thermal transfer ribbons Approved supplies can be ordered from your dealer Static electricity that accumulates on the surface of the human body or other surfaces can damage or destroy the printhead or electronic components in this device DO NOT touch the printhead or the electronic components with bare hands Place the printer o
16. n a flat firm solid surface Possible Corrective Action Never jam or block the air vents or operate in a high temperature environment Turn off the power when not in use for extended periods Follow all recommendations and setup instructions included in this manual iii www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it Contents Prelate acccectessscccescatccssesecesscsceccasteshescaes sacccssesscescteccesessesteecees sates 1 Important Notice Read Me First scssscssssssssssssesseees 2 Chapter 1 Introduction sss csssscesuunsesuesessscsesusenusssenssnsssessesenee 3 Specifications ae blebnn aalenr ren 3 Specifications for Printer usesesessseseneeesnnenenneenenenennenennenn en 3 Specifications for Power Adapter uesesseeeseenseneneenenenn 4 Unpacking and Inspection ussssssnseessnessnennnennnennnennnennennennn 4 Chapter 2 Getting Started ursssosssssonssssnsssnnnnsnnsnennnnnennnnnene 7 Setting UP en sen nn sense 7 ME Parken are e T 8 Connectin oAkhegBrintetei Men Mn Ad 11 Boy eM onnectiant MM RER aa Sam 11 meree onnen MER lt n RY Me 11 Loading the Ribbons sacensties ais 12 Loading the Media 1 LM MM se RR HM 19 Adjusting the Position of Media Sensor nneen 24 Operation Basics anna 27 Power Switch ansinsinkanhianinranensnanen 27 The Front Panel ccccccesseeesseceseeeeseeeseeeeneneessseeeaeessse
17. nce we carefully designed the units to be not just rugged and durable but also easily operated and maintained We utilize a 32 bit embedded ARM CPU and a High tech system platform to guarantee the highest performance and quality possible This manual explains how to set up and begin using your printer It also provides detailed information on configuring your printer basic operations care and troubleshooting Please read this manual carefully before using the printer 1 www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it Important Notice Read Me First Thermal printhead can be easily damaged due to its precision construction A printhead damaged by misuse is not covered under the terms of the warranty To ensure longevity of the printhead please note the following 1 DONOT scrape or use tools that might damage the printhead surface 2 To protect from corroding the printhead DO NOT touch the printhead with bare hands 1 DO NOT use thermal paper or thermal transfer ribbon which contains Na K or Cl 2 Keep printhead from any form of liquid or dampness 3 Use a Cotton Swab dipped in anhydrous isopropyl alcohol to clean the printhead only 4 Always use high quality consumables 1 When the printhead module is closed pressure is placed directly onto the printhead dirt such as paper scraps sand dust and glue can scrape or damage the printhead 2 The TPH is also easily damaged by Static Electricity which may be ge
18. nerated by poor quality ribbons Always inspect consumables for quality before purchasing 2 www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it Chapter 1 Introduction Specifications Specifications for Printer Model Matisse SA Matisse Printing method Direct thermal amp Thermal transfer Printing resolution 203 dpi 8 dots mm 300 dpi 11 8 dots mm Max printing speed 4ips 101 6 mm s 3ips 76 2 mm s Max printing width 4 25 108 mm 4 17 106 mm Max printing length 315 8000 mm 157 4000 mm Memory 2 MB 4 MB Flash ROM 16 MB SDRAM Media Roll feed die cut continuous fan fold tags tickets in plain paper or thermal paper Width 4 3 110 mm max 0 98 25 mm min Supply roll OD 6 152 mm max ID 1 25 4 mm min Thickness 0 003 0 008 0 08 0 20 mm including liner Ribbon Wax Wax Resin Resin Ribbon roll OD 2 75 70 mm max ID 1 25 4 mm core Max width 110 mm Max length 300 M Fonts Five built in ASCII fonts Optional multiple language fonts Bar Code Types 1D Barcode Code 39 Code 93 Code 128 subset A B C Codabar Interleave 2 of 5 UPC A E 2 and 5 add on EAN 13 8 128 UCC 128 etc 2D Barcode MaxiCode PDF417 Data Matrix QR etc Media sensor Reflective Adjustable Transmissive Interfaces RS 232 serial USB or Centronics PS 2 LCD Display 2 line graphic 3 www meteorbarcode it info meteorbar
19. ote the following 1 Always use proper cleaning materials and techniques to clean the printhead Never use hard materials for scraping the printhead 2 Always use high quality consumables When the TPH module is closed pressure is placed directly on the TPH dirt such as paper scraps sand dust and glue can scrape or damage the printhead The TPH is also easily damaged by static electricity which may be generated by poor quality ribbons 36 www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it 3 After every roll of ribbon or every three rolls of media the printhead should be cleaned with anhydrous isopropyl alcohol a Turn off the printer and open the cover b Release and lift the Printhead Module c Remove the ribbon if applicable d Using a Cotton Swab dipped in anhydrous isopropyl alcohol rub the Swab along the printhead Cleaning the Platen Roller Debris or dirt accumulated on the platen roller should be cleaned after every three rolls of media a Turn off the printer and open the cover b Release and lift the Printhead Module c Rotate the platen roller and clean it thoroughly with anhydrous isopropyl alcohol and a cotton swab Cleaning the Printer Interior With a brush or a vacuum cleaner as needed 37 www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Occasionally situations occur that require some troubleshooting Possible issues and potential solutions are listed in this section While
20. ran 3RX RX3 gt on 2 TX DSR6 nea 8 DTR DTR20 a 7 DSR RTS4 nen 4 CTS CISS er 6RTS GND7 numas 5 GND 41 Host 9S RX 2 Printer 9P 2 TX www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it Alternately you can just connect the 3 wires as follows Host 25S Printer 9P Host 9S Printer 9P TX2 00 sale 3RX RX2 ul 2TX RX3 apais 2TX TX3 ei 3RX GNDT nn 5 GND GND5 nn 5 GND pin4 pin4 pin 5 pin 6 pin 6 pin 7 Zen pin 20 pin 8 Baud rate 9600 19200 38400 57600 Baud Rate set by DIP switches 7 8 Data format always 8 data bits 1 start bit and 1 stop bit Parity always non parity Flow control RTS CTS Hardware flow control If you are using software or drivers under the Windows environment the flow control must be set to hardware 42 www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it Parallel Centronics The parallel port is a standard 36 pin Centronics interface Its pin assignments are as follows m par has he m Paz hie forma in Pas hir omund in Dans ie fe in paas fa jomuna a en VER ix E wei fo a iq bu Pep your BUSIN Any communications port can transmit data from the host Centronics RS232 Ethernet and USB Preliminary communications settings are not required since the printer will automatically detect which port is active Note Never send data from 2 ports at the same time Data cannot be sent to more than one port
21. rbarcode it info meteorbarcode it Figure 5 1 14 www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it Figure 5 2 Figure 5 3 15 www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it Figure 5 4 16 www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it Figure 5 5 17 www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it Figure 5 6 18 www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it Loading the Media printers can be operated in three different modes Standard mode Peel off mode or Cutting mode In Standard mode each printed label remains on the backing liner In Peel off mode each printed label is peeled away from the backing liner automatically In Cutting mode the printer automatically cuts the label after it is printed Standard Mode 1 Lift up the top cover to expose the media compartment Figure 6 1 Load a roll of media labels facing up on the Media Spindle then slide the two Media Roll Guides with their smooth sides toward the media onto the Media Spindle from each end until snug against the media If you are placing a roll of media with a 3 ID core please slide the two Core Adapters onto the Media Spindle first Figure 6 2 3 Insert them into the printer
22. rts on a printer but some ports may not be available for your printer Please check your requirements when purchasing the printer 10 www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it Connecting the Printer Power Connection Caution 1 Use of the wrong adapter could damage your printer Postek assumes no liability for any damage in such case The rating for the printer is 24VDC 2 Do not use the printer near liquids or corrosive chemicals 1 Make sure the printer is switched OFF 2 Connect the power cord to the Power Adapter 3 Connect the Power Adapter s DC output plug to the DC IN port on the back of the printer 4 Plug the power cord into a live wall outlet Interface Connection Caution Make sure the printer is switched OFF before connecting the interface cable The interface between the printer and the host will use either a serial or USB or parallel cable Contact your reseller for Ethernet connection options 1 The printer identifies the communication port automatically 2 The default values of printer port can be obtained from the self test report See Chapter 2 Operation Basics Advanced Functions Self Test 3 Cable configurations for serial RS 232C and parallel 11 www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it 4 Centronics interfaces are shown in Appendix A of this guide Please take the following measures to reduce cable noise 1 Reduce the length of the interface cable keep the ca
23. simultaneously or data corruption and print errors may occur 43 www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it Appendix B ASCII Table 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 0 NUL 0 P f p 1 ISOH IXON 1 A Q a q 2 STX f 2 B R b r 3 XOFF 3 C S c s 4 4 D T d t 5 NAK 5 E U e u 6 ACK amp 6 F V f v 7 BEL 7 G W g w 8 IBS 8 H X h x 9 9 I N i y A LF a J Z j Z B ESC K k C FF lt L l D ICR M m E SO RS i gt N A n F JSI US O o DEL Remark The sign is included in the embedded table at DEC128 or HEX 80 44 www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it 50 0001 001 www meteorbarcode it info meteorbarcode it
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