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1. ALPHA FIX PRINT printer for the inscription of terminal blocks 5 Troubleshooting 5 1 Overview of possible faults Table 5 1 Troubleshooting error Case Remedy Page he printed image deteriorates The print head is dirty or individual jets have Clean or intensively clean the ailed print head Frames are not transported he page size entered in the application Set the correct page size 30 program does not correspond to the frame size Frames have become jammed Remove the frame pile up Frames are unlevel ension the frames he printer cannot be switched The power connection is faulty Check the power connection pot he printed image is notin the Printing starts too far towards the Adjust the print offset 9 correct place on the frames op bottom or right left he printer is on but does not he printer is still in the warm up phase Wait until the UV lamp is ready print or operation he interface cable is not connected or you Check the connection to the PC have selected the wrong interface 5 2 Error messages and information on the display Table 5 2 Error messages Error messages and Cause Remedy information Repeat printout he current printout was not performed Follow the prompts on the display orrectly You can repeat it or continue with he next print job 27 30 11 32 Open cover he device is ready to be opened i e the You must press the pushbuttons on the UV lamp has cooled down and the magnet sides to open
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3. down by the ertical selected value in mm or offset further up in case of a negative value Setting range 500 00 to 500 00 Interfaces TCP IP IP 255 255 255 255 address TCP IP subnet 255 255 255 255 mask TCP IP stan 255 255 255 255 dard gateway Bluetooth Serial port profile SPP profile he display contrast is increased or decreased Touchpanel Not supported adjustment Siemens AG 27 42 Printer User s Manual Automation and Drives Division Electrical Installation Technology Business Unit Siemens AG 2007 Update http www siemens com alpha Postfach 10 09 53 D 93009 Regensburg Subject to change without notice SI E M E N S ALPHA Distribution Boards and Terminal Blocks User s Manual May 2007 ALPHA FIX PRINT printer for the inscription of terminal blocks Cleaning the print head The print head jets are cleared by spraying Intensive cleaning The print head jets are cleared by spraying with more 27 fluid than when cleaning the print head Active The transport lock is activated 29 ot active The transport lock is not activated Opening the printer The UV lamp is cooled internal fluid valves are closed 30 and then the cover is released Starts the printout of a test frame Filling level of the fluid tank Remaining life of the UV lamp ersion Hardware Version number of the printer Firmware Version number and creation date of the firmware PLD Internal version number for service purposes Printer User
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5. s Manual 28 42 Siemens AG Automation and Drives Division Update http Awww siemens com alpha Siemens AG 2007 Electrical Installation Technology Business Unit Subject to change without notice Postfach 10 09 53 D 93009 Regensburg ALPHA Distribution Boards and Terminal Blocks S E M E N S User s Manual May 2007 ALPHA FIX PRINT printer for the inscription of terminal blocks 3 5 3 Resetting the menu to the factory settings You have the option of resetting the values selected under Settings to the factory settings e Press the key to go to the menu The printer switches to offline mode i e printing is no longer possible e Using select Settings Confirm with OK e Using amp selectDevice settings Confirm with OK e Using the key select Factory reset Confirm with OK All the settings are reset to the default settings 3 5 4 Setting the display contrast You can adjust the contrast of the display to your needs e Press the key to move to the menu The printer switches to offline mode i e printing is no longer possible e Using amp select Settings Confirm with OK e Using select Display Confirm with OK e Usingthe key select Contrast Confirm with OK Increase the value using or decrease the value using Confirm with OK 3 5 5 Setting the UV lamp switch off time If there are no longer any more print jobs the printer will switch into stand by mode after approx 10 minutes Wh
6. which try to make a connection The device must wait until the original connection has ended Only then can it build up a new connection Bluetooth identification Identification is the process with which one Bluetooth capable device locates other Bluetooth capable devices within its range When a device has identified the printer it displays the printer s Bluetooth device name The identification process varies according to the type of Bluetooth software used Installation on the PC To be able to use the printer the PC must be equipped with Bluetooth technology If your PC has an internal Bluetooth radio module you will find information on the Bluetooth function of your PC in the user s manual issued for your computer If your PC does not have an internal Bluetooth radio module you must use a Bluetooth PC card or adapter in order to be able to use the Bluetooth technology Configuring the ALPHA FIX PRINT The ALPHA FIX PRINT transmits Bluetooth via its serial profile A virtual COM port is created for this purpose Activate the COM port in the driver in the tabbed card Connections e Inthe start menu select Settings Printers and fax machines e Mark the ALPHA FIX PRINT printer under Bluemark and in the menu then select File Properties e Switch there to the tabbed card Connections and select the corresponding COM port of the virtual Bluetooth connection Confirm your selection with OK Printer User s Manual
7. 16 42 Siemens AG Automation and Drives Division Update http Awww siemens com alpha Siemens AG 2007 Electrical Installation Technology Business Unit Subject to change without notice Postfach 10 09 53 D 93009 Regensburg ALPHA Distribution Boards and Terminal Blocks S E M E N S User s Manual May 2007 ALPHA FIX PRINT printer for the inscription of terminal blocks 2 6 First printout test frame The ALPHA FIX PRINT is usually delivered with a full installed fluid tank so that it is immediately ready for printing If the fluid tank is empty or has not been installed yet see Changing the fluid tank and cleaning unit Health hazard from the fluid The fluid used contains substances which can harm your health and cause skin irritations Avoid direct contact with the fluid If you come into direct contact with the fluid wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water l The fluid tank ink cartridge and cleaning unit cleaning cartridge must always be replaced together They are available as a set see Ordering data on page 35 Siemens AG 17 42 Printer User s Manual Automation and Drives Division Electrical Installation Technology Business Unit Siemens AG 2007 Update http www siemens com alpha Postfach 10 09 53 D 93009 Regensburg Subject to change without notice SI E M E N S ALPHA Distribution Boards and Terminal Blocks User s Manual May 2007 ALPHA FIX PRINT printer for the inscription of terminal blocks P
8. ALPHA FIX PRINT A printer for the fast and easy inscription of your terminal blocks Issued 23 05 2007 www siemens com alpha allation from Ato Z SI E M E N S ALPHA Distribution Boards and Terminal Blocks User s Manual May 2007 ALPHA FIX PRINT printer for the inscription of terminal blocks UV printer for printing plastic signs for the marking of terminals conductors and devices Designation Revision Art No ALPHA FIX PRINT 8WH9060 6AA08 User s Manual Please note the following Please read this manual carefully and pay regard to its contents This is essential for the safe use of the product described in this manual The following notes will provide a first introduction to the manual and its use The manual s target group The use of the product as described in this manual is intended solely for Electricians or persons instructed by electricians who are familiar with the applicable standards and miscellaneous regulations of electrical engineering and in particular with the relevant safety concepts Qualified application programmers and software engineers who are familiar with the relevant safety concepts of automation engineering and with the applicable standards and miscellaneous regulations SIEMENS accepts no liability for any maloperations and damage caused to SIEMENS products and non SIEMENS products due to nonobservance of the information in this manual Explanations of the symbols used The symbol Caut
9. D ROM with driver and electronic operating manual USB cable Spare set comprising a fluid tank and cleaning unit ALPHA FIX PRINT planning and marking software 2 2 Transport lock The ALPHA FIX PRINT has an electronic and a manual transport lock The manual transport lock must be removed by hand after the printer is opened see page 32 the electronic transport lock is automatically released by the software If you want to transport the ALPHA FIX PRINT after it has been started up for the first time you must activate the transport locks The electronic transport lock is activated via the menu see Locking the printer for transport on page 29 Always transport the printer in horizontal position If it is transported in vertical position or upside down fluid may escape from the print head making the device dirty or unusable Printer User s Manual 10 42 Siemens AG Automation and Drives Division Update http Awww siemens com alpha Siemens AG 2007 Electrical Installation Technology Business Unit Subject to change without notice Postfach 10 09 53 D 93009 Regensburg ALPHA Distribution Boards and Terminal Blocks Si E M E N S User s Manual May 2007 ALPHA FIX PRINT printer for the inscription of terminal blocks 2 3 Getting to know the printer DN UUU Fig 2 1 Operating elements of the printer Transport module for holding the frames Keypad Display Delivery shaft Cover release pushbutto
10. IX PRINT printer for the inscription of terminal blocks 2 5 Connecting the printer all Ni g Fig 2 3 Connections 3 4 1 On Off switch 2 Power connection 3 Ethernet connection 4 USB connection 2 5 1 Power connection Connect the printer to the power supply The printer has a wide range power supply unit 100 240 V AC there is no need therefore for a voltage selector switch on the device itself You can connect the ALPHA FIX PRINT to the computer via USB Ethernet or Bluetooth The ALPHA FIX PRINT searches automatically for the interface from which it receives the data Siemens AG 13 42 Printer User s Manual Automation and Drives Division Electrical Installation Technology Business Unit Siemens AG 2007 Update http www siemens com alpha Postfach 10 09 53 D 93009 Regensburg Subject to change without notice SI E M E N S ALPHA Distribution Boards and Terminal Blocks User s Manual May 2007 ALPHA FIX PRINT printer for the inscription of terminal blocks 2 5 2 USB connection e Connect the printer to the PC with the supplied USB cable The smaller USB connector type USB B the lower connector in this figure is connected to the printer and the wider connector the upper connector in Fig 2 4 is connected to the PC Fig 2 4 USB cable e Switch on the printer After a few seconds the display announces Initialization and then Ready Then the PC logs on recognizes the new
11. IX PRINT printer for the inscription of terminal blocks 3 Printing frames and configuring the printer 3 1 Inserting a frame eS Use only materials which are approved by SIEMENS ES Watch the maximum filling level when inserting the frames Fill max Fig 3 1 Transport module with marking of the filling level Before printing you must insert the frames in the transport module A mark indicates the maximum filling level It lies approx 15 mm below the top edge If too many frames are inserted the transport module cannot ascend and there is a risk of the frames or the printer being damaged ES Approx 20 frames with the usual skid height of approx 4 mm fit in the transport module The delivery shaft holds fewer frames approx 10 than the infeed shaft You may have to empty it during the printing process Siemens AG 19 42 Printer User s Manual Automation and Drives Division Electrical Installation Technology Business Unit Siemens AG 2007 Update http www siemens com alpha Postfach 10 09 53 D 93009 Regensburg Subject to change without notice SI E M E N S ALPHA Distribution Boards and Terminal Blocks User s Manual May 2007 ALPHA FIX PRINT printer for the inscription of terminal blocks 3 2 Configuring the print The frames can be inscribed using the ALPHA FIX PRINT software or standard Microsoft Office products la Please note that you must specify the type of frame in the application program In the ALPHA FIX
12. Name Save Log File Cancel Printjob Fig 3 3 Status monitor To reduce the load on the system the status monitor is not continually updated To call up the latest status click on Update The status monitor has two tabs The Info tab provides information about the version of the status monitor The Monitor tab shows the following Printer User s Manual 22 42 Siemens AG Automation and Drives Division Siemens AG 2007 Electrical Installation Technology Business Unit Update http www siemens com alpha Subject to change without notice Postfach 10 09 53 D 93009 Regensburg ALPHA Distribution Boards and Terminal Blocks SI E M E N S User s Manual May 2007 ALPHA FIX PRINT printer for the inscription of terminal blocks Status The Status box is used to display various status messages such as the durability of the fluid in days or whether the cover was opened etc Status of fluid tank With Status of fluid tank a bar display indicates the level of fluid in the fluid tank If the fluid tank is full all the segments will shine green As more print outs are made so the number of green segments decreases When all segments are off the fluid tank is empty see Changing the fluid tank and cleaning unit on page 25 Health hazard from the fluid The fluid used contains substances which can harm your health and cause skin irritations Avoid direct contact with the fluid If you come into direct contact wit
13. PRINT software you must select the correct frame type in MS Word or MS Excel the page size e g 76 x 120 mm must correspond to the frame sizes 3 3 Starting the printout Risk of losing your eye sight Never operate the ALPHA FIX PRINT without the cover A Risk of crushing There are moving parts inside the printer Never operate the ALPHA FIX PRINT without the cover and never try to reach into the device through any openings while it is working While printing Fig 3 2 Never reach into the device through any openings Printer User s Manual 20 42 Siemens AG Automation and Drives Division Update http www siemens com alpha Siemens AG 2007 Electrical Installation Technology Business Unit Subject to change without notice Postfach 10 09 53 D 93009 Regensburg ALPHA Distribution Boards and Terminal Blocks S E M E N S User s Manual May 2007 ALPHA FIX PRINT printer for the inscription of terminal blocks Operating states Once you have started the printout the frame is drawn in immediately but printing does not begin until after approx 60 seconds i e not until the UV lamp has reached its full UV power After each frame the UV lamp goes briefly into idle mode i e 50 of UV power until the next frame is drawn in If there are no longer any more print jobs the printer will switch into stand by mode after approx 10 minutes When the printer goes into stand by mode the UV lamp is switched off but continues to be
14. ajor contractual duties Claims for damages due to the violation of major contractual duties are limited however to contractually typical and foreseeable damage provided there is no case of premeditation or gross negligence or claims are not for fatal injury bodily injury or harm to health This provision shall not constitute any change in the burden of proof to the user s disadvantage Explanations of the legal basis This manual and all illustrations contained therein are protected by copyright All use of this manual by third parties is prohibited The reproduction translation and public circulation of this manual its archiving by electronic and photographic means and its amendment require the written permission of SIEMENS Offenders will be liable for damages SIEMENS reserves all rights in case of patents being issued or utility models being registered SIEMENS reserves all rights in case of patents being issued in connection with software from SIEMENS which possesses technicity or has technical relevance Non Siemens products are always mentioned without reference to patent rights It must not be assumed therefore that such rights do not exist Windows 3 x Windows 95 Windows 98 Windows NT Windows 2000 Windows XP MS Word and MS Excel are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG Inc All other product names used are trademarks of their respective organization Internet Up to date i
15. allation Technology Business Unit Subject to change without notice Postfach 10 09 53 D 93009 Regensburg ALPHA Distribution Boards and Terminal Blocks S E M E N S User s Manual May 2007 ALPHA FIX PRINT printer for the inscription of terminal blocks A Appendix A1 Technical specifications General data echnical o Pighspeed WV hardening Printing speed Approx 10000 markers h 8WH8202 1AA05 with 2 characters marker Print area Horizontal 0 76 mm rt 0 120 mm Dimensions W x H x D 480 x 335 x 540 mm Weight Approx 24 kg Power supply 100 240 VAC 10 6 14A 5 Vel 60 W during printing Lockmechanism O O Z oO oO oOo o oge after previous release by software Display size cxw 8 mm x59 mm 820 pixel x 240 pixel 35C Humidity ft 85 Automatic magazine for SIEMENS inscription frames Puia systemi ant 30 ml approx 1000000 characters in Arial 8 pt the yield depends on the operating conditions perating systems indows XP Professional Windows XP Home VISTA Ready USB connection USB 2 0 host and slave Ethernet connection Fast Ethernet 10 100Base TX Bluetooth Iversion C C C C iBluctooth 2 0 range up to 100m ype ee pe TRBLU23 00200 QPN Reference Number B02456 Data transmission rate ical ions x F4 0 A 250 V ize Siemens AG 41 42 Printer User s Manual Automation and Drives Division Electrical Installation Technology Business Unit Siemens AG 2007 U
16. ards and Terminal Blocks S E M E N S User s Manual May 2007 ALPHA FIX PRINT printer for the inscription of terminal blocks 1 3 Note the following 1 3 1 Health hazards Danger to life from mains voltage A high voltage may exist inside the ALPHA FIX PRINT Never open the printer with force and never carry out repairs yourself Hazards in case of incorrect operation The printer can be opened only by means of the software This ensures that before the printer is opened the UV lamp has been switched off and has cooled down and the fluid valve has been closed Health hazards from UV light heat or moving parts are thus ruled out Never operate the ALPHA FIX PRINT without the cover and never try to reach into the device through any openings while it is working Health hazard from breaking of the UV lamp There is mercury inside the UV lamp Mercury is a toxic substance particularly if inhaled Take care not to destroy the UV lamp when you replace it If mercury escapes in spite of all due care ventilate the room thoroughly pick up the spilled mercury with a finely pored plastic sponge place it in air tight packaging and dispose of it as special waste Health hazard from the fluid The fluid used contains substances which can harm your health It is an irritant and can cause skin irritations Avoid direct contact with the fluid in particular contact between the fluid and your eyes and do not swallow it If you come into direct con
17. cooled After approx 90 seconds the UV lamp has cooled enough for the fans to be switched off When there is a new print job the printer is ready again for operation after approx 90 seconds Status monitor When printing is in progress you can observe the printing status on the Status monitor see Description of the status monitor on page 18 3 3 1 Description of the status monitor With the status monitor you can view information on the PC about the status of the printer the current print jobs or the durability of consumables To call up the status monitor proceed as follows e Inthe start menu select Settings Printers and fax machines e Mark the ALPHA FIX PRINT printer under Bluemark and in the menu then select File Properties e Switch there to the tabbed card Maintenance and click on the icon Start status monitor Siemens AG 21 42 Printer User s Manual Automation and Drives Division Electrical Installation Technology Business Unit Siemens AG 2007 Update http www siemens com alpha Postfach 10 09 53 D 93009 Regensburg Subject to change without notice SI E M E N S ALPHA Distribution Boards and Terminal Blocks User s Manual May 2007 ALPHA FIX PRINT printer for the inscription of terminal blocks Monitor Info Use ink best before 651 Day s Receiving data a TTT TTT tT Ink Level CECCRACOCECCOCCEORQEORARA UY Lamp gt Mat Code ooo Print Job Count 0
18. elect Interfaces Confirm with OK e Select via the keys TCP IP IP address TCP IP subnet mask or TCP IP standard gateway Confirm with OK e Press the key several times to return to the main menu Siemens AG 15 42 Printer User s Manual Automation and Drives Division Electrical Installation Technology Business Unit Siemens AG 2007 Update http www siemens com alpha Postfach 10 09 53 D 93009 Regensburg Subject to change without notice SI E M E N S ALPHA Distribution Boards and Terminal Blocks User s Manual May 2007 ALPHA FIX PRINT printer for the inscription of terminal blocks 2 5 4 Bluetooth connection The printer has a Bluetooth interface for wireless data transmission The technical specifications of the Bluetooth interface can be found on page 34 Principles of wireless printing with Bluetooth With the help of Bluetooth technology for wireless communication it is possible for devices such as printers and computers to communicate with each other over distances of up to 100 meters by means of radio waves in the 2 400 GHz spectrum To provide Bluetooth capability the ALPHA FIX PRINT has an integrated Bluetooth radio module Unlike infrared communication Bluetooth technology does not require a direct visual link between the transmitting device and the receiving device Just one device at a time The printer can make a wireless Bluetooth connection to just one device at a time The printer ignores all other devices
19. en the printer goes into stand by mode the UV lamp is switched off but continues to be cooled After approx 90 seconds the UV lamp has cooled enough for the fans to be switched off When there is a new print job the printer is ready again for operation after approx 90 seconds If a period of 10 minutes is unsuitable for your purposes you can extend it to a maximum of 60 minutes or shorten it to a minimum of 1 minute e Press on the key to move to the menu The printer switches to offline mode i e printing is no longer possible e Using select Settings Confirm with OK e Using select Device settings Confirm with OK e Using the key select UV lamp switch off time e Confirm with OK e Increase the value using or decrease the value using Siemens AG 29 42 Printer User s Manual Automation and Drives Division Electrical Installation Technology Business Unit Siemens AG 2007 Update http www siemens com alpha Postfach 10 09 53 D 93009 Regensburg Subject to change without notice SI E M E N S ALPHA Distribution Boards and Terminal Blocks User s Manual May 2007 ALPHA FIX PRINT printer for the inscription of terminal blocks 3 5 6 Printing uneven frames tensioner It is possible to tension the frames so that they are as level as possible during the printing This makes sense for frames which are not quite level e Press the key to move to the menu The printer switches to offline mode i e printing is no
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21. for the inscription of terminal blocks Querying the status of the fluid tank You can view the status of the fluid tank level and durability in the status monitor Inthe start menu select Settings Printers and fax machines e Mark the ALPHA FIX PRINT printer under Bluemark and in the menu then select File Properties e Switch there to the tabbed card Maintenance and click on the icon Start status monitor With Status of fluid tank a bar display indicates the level of fluid in the fluid tank If the fluid tank is full all the segments will shine green As more print outs are made so the number of green segments decreases If the fluid tank is empty all the segments will be off Replacing the fluid tank e Switch on the device e Press on the key to move to the menu The printer switches to offline mode i e printing is no longer possible e Using select Maintenance Confirm with OK e Using select Open printer Confirm with OK The removal of the fluid tank will now be prepared and the cover lock opened As soon as the cover can be opened a message to this effect appears on the display Ay Take care not to touch the print head This could damage the print head or impair the printed image N Take care not to touch the glass surface of the UV unit This could damage the UV unit e Press in the pushbuttons on both sides of the printer 4 in Fig 4 1 and open the cover Siemens AG 31 42 Printer User s Ma
22. guage with the key e Confirm the selected language with OK e Press the key several times to return to the main menu Printer User s Manual 26 42 Siemens AG Automation and Drives Division Update http www siemens com alpha Siemens AG 2007 Electrical Installation Technology Business Unit Subject to change without notice Postfach 10 09 53 D 93009 Regensburg ALPHA Distribution Boards and Terminal Blocks SI E M E N S User s Manual May 2007 ALPHA FIX PRINT printer for the inscription of terminal blocks 3 5 2 Menu structure Table 3 2 Menu structure Sub menu_ Selection Significance pefauit_ Page Settings Display language English 21 You can select from German English French Italian Dutch Spanish and Russian he time after which the UV lamp is switched 10 min 24 switch off off and the printer goes into stand by mode pane Setting range 1 to 60 min Tensioner Active The frames are tensioned so that 24 they are as level as possible during the printing This makes sense for frames which are not quite level ot active The normal levelness of the frames is adequate Factory reset All the settings are reset to the settings listed 24 in the Default column Print offset Printing begins offset further to the right by parameters horizontal he selected value in mm or offset further to he left in case of a negative value Setting range 76 00 to 76 00 Print offset Printing begins offset further
23. h the fluid wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water The fluid tank ink cartridge and cleaning unit cleaning cartridge must always be replaced together They are ES available as a set see Ordering data on page 35 Status of UV lamp As with the fluid tank this display indicates the durability of the UV lamp If all the segments are off the UV power has been exhausted and the UV lamp has to be replaced see Replace UV unitChanging the UV unit Frame code The frame code is indicated if this function is supported by the application MS Word for example does not transmit the frame code Print job Under Print job appear the number and the name of the print jobs which are to be printed by the printer print queue Saving the log file The log file saves the operating data logged in the device This function is intended for diagnostics by a service technician Siemens AG 23 42 Printer User s Manual Automation and Drives Division Electrical Installation Technology Business Unit Siemens AG 2007 Update http www siemens com alpha Postfach 10 09 53 D 93009 Regensburg Subject to change without notice SI E M E N S ALPHA Distribution Boards and Terminal Blocks User s Manual May 2007 ALPHA FIX PRINT printer for the inscription of terminal blocks 3 4 Description of the user interface 3 4 1 Display Fig 3 4 Example of the display ES In the bottom line you can see which actions can be performed with t
24. hange without notice Postfach 10 09 53 D 93009 Regensburg ALPHA Distribution Boards and Terminal Blocks S E M E N S User s Manual May 2007 ALPHA FIX PRINT printer for the inscription of terminal blocks 2 5 3 Ethernet connection Use this connection if you want to connect the device to your network by means of an Ethernet cable Equipment required Hub router switch and an Ethernet cable Connecting the Ethernet cable Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet connection on the rear of the printer Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to the hub router switch la Do not connect the Ethernet cable to a cable modem You must have a functioning network e Insert the supplied CD ROM Follow the prompts on the screen e Select the option Via network from the connection types on the screen Follow the prompts on the screen You must confirm both firewall messages or the set up will fail e Ifthe start screen fails to appear double click first on Workplace then on the CD ROM symbol and finally on the file setup exe Allocating the IP address The Ethernet interface is preselected in DHCP mode This means that the IP address is allocated automatically You can exit DHCP mode via the menu and allocate an IP address manually e Press on the key to move to the menu The printer switches to offline mode i e printing is no longer possible e Using select Settings Confirm with OK e Using s
25. hardware and prompts you to install the driver Driver installation Insert the CD ROM supplied and install a new printer using the driver supplied e Because the supplied driver was created in cooperation with Phoenix Contact the printer is named Bluemark in keeping with the driver In this case however the printer in question is the ALPHA FIX PRINT ESY The driver installation is described for Windows XP Insert the supplied CD ROM prior to installation Abort the program installation if setup starts automatically e Inthe start menu select Settings Printers and fax machines Select Add printer e Click on Continue to begin with the installation Decide whether the printer is to be installed locally or in a network and click on Continue e Select the printer connection and click on Continue e Click on Data carrier and then on Browse e Select the directory Driver on the CD ROM Select the file BLUEMARK inf and click on Open Confirm with OK The printer name will be displayed e f necessary change the printer name and click on Continue Do not print a test page Select No and click on Continue e Click on Finish The files will now be copied The printer has now been installed Printer User s Manual 14 42 Siemens AG Automation and Drives Division Update http Awww siemens com alpha Siemens AG 2007 Electrical Installation Technology Business Unit Subject to c
26. he keys in the keypad You can adjust the contrast of the display to your needs see page 24 The display is divided into three areas 1 In printing mode the top part shows the operating status of the printer print idle and stand by see Operating states on age 18 While aes are being made in the menu the higher level menu point is overlaid During printing the middle part shows the frame type if this function is supported by the application and information about operation During operator inputs the selected menu point is shown here In the bottom line you can see which actions can be performed with the keys in the keypad N o Printer User s Manual 24 42 Siemens AG Automation and Drives Division Update http www siemens com alpha Siemens AG 2007 Electrical Installation Technology Business Unit Subject to change without notice Postfach 10 09 53 D 93009 Regensburg ALPHA Distribution Boards and Terminal Blocks Si E M E N S User s Manual May 2007 ALPHA FIX PRINT printer for the inscription of terminal blocks 3 4 2 Functions of the keypad The keypad is used in conjunction with the display for navigating in the menu Fig 3 5 Keypad The keys have the following significance Table 3 1 Keypad assignment Scroll up Back to previous Call up main menu Scroll down Adopt Enter menu Menu Increase value Cursor to the left Cursor to the right Decrease value Adopt value Enter mask Abort printjob P
27. he new UV unit As you do so make sure that the three guide points slide into the slots and that the UV unit engages audibly e Close the cover Disposal of the UV unit The UV lamp is a discharge lamp which according to the EU Directive must be disposed of separately at your local collection center e Dispose of the UV lamp in accordance with the regulations 4 4 Locking the printer for transport If you want to transport the printer you must first lock the print head so that it does not become damaged e Press the key to move to the menu The printer switches to offline mode i e printing is no longer possible e Using select Maintenance Confirm with OK e Using select Print head transport lock Confirm with OK Using select Active Confirm with OK The transport lock is released automatically as soon as the printer is switched on again Transport the printer in horizontal position AN Always transport the printer in horizontal position If it is transported in vertical position or upside down fluid may escape from the print head making the device dirty or unusable Siemens AG 35 42 Printer User s Manual Automation and Drives Division Electrical Installation Technology Business Unit Siemens AG 2007 Update http www siemens com alpha Postfach 10 09 53 D 93009 Regensburg Subject to change without notice SI E M E N S ALPHA Distribution Boards and Terminal Blocks User s Manual May 2007
28. ion draws attention to actions which may result in damage to hardware or software or in injury to persons with an indirect link to hazardous process peripherals LS The symbol Note draws attention to conditions which must be observed at all cost in order to ensure smooth operation It also refers you to tips and advice on efficient working methods and the optimization of software thus helping to prevent unnecessary additional work concerning the topic in question product etc Similarly it provides useful advice on how to find your way through the manual Z The symbol Text draws attention to additional sources of information manuals data sheets literature etc Printer User s Manual 2 42 Siemens AG Automation and Drives Division Update http www siemens com alpha Siemens AG 2007 Electrical Installation Technology Business Unit Subject to change without notice Postfach 10 09 53 D 93009 Regensburg ALPHA Distribution Boards and Terminal Blocks S E M E N S User s Manual May 2007 ALPHA FIX PRINT printer for the inscription of terminal blocks General terms of use for technical documentation SIEMENS GmbH amp Co KG reserves the right to amend correct and or improve its technical documentation and the products described therein at any time without further notice provided this can be reasonably asked of the user This applies likewise to amendments in the interest of technical progress The receipt of technical documentatio
29. laced soon Acknowledge the prompt with OK and get a new fluid tank Fluid tank empty Printing is no longer possible Insert a new fluid tank Transport module here is no transport module Insert the transport module pi eee en Check that the transport module is correctly seated Transport module Error in the printer Contact SIEMENS internal error UV unit here is no UV unit Insert the UV unit not available Check that the UV unit is correctly seated Siemens AG 37 42 Printer User s Manual Automation and Drives Division Electrical Installation Technology Business Unit Siemens AG 2007 Update http www siemens com alpha Postfach 10 09 53 D 93009 Regensburg Subject to change without notice SI E M E N S ALPHA Distribution Boards and Terminal Blocks User s Manual May 2007 ALPHA FIX PRINT printer for the inscription of terminal blocks 5 3 Rectifying faults 5 3 1 Frames are not transported If the frames are not transported first check whether you have entered the correct frame code or whether the frame size corresponds with the page size in the application program If a frame has become jammed the device will first try to eject the jammed frame on its own Normally the display will show an error message e g No frame available e Look at the back of the device in the feed shaft whether a frame has been drawn in half ways but has not been moved on If this is the case first pull this half loaded frame back and out b
30. longer possible e Using select Settings Confirm with OK e Using select Device settings Confirm with OK e Using the key select Tensioner Confirm with OK e Using the key select Active Confirm with OK 4 Maintenance and cleaning 4 1 Changing the fluid tank and cleaning unit with the fluid If you come into direct contact with the fluid wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water The fluid tank ink cartridge and cleaning unit cleaning cartridge must always be replaced together They are Health hazard from the fluid The fluid used contains substances which can harm your health and cause skin irritations Avoid direct contact LS available as a set see Ordering data on page 35 The level of fluid in the fluid tank is monitored When the tank is empty the prompt Replace fluid tank is shown automatically The fluid tank is allowed to be replaced only when this prompt appears as only then is bubble free replacement assured ES The UV hardening fluid has limited durability When the use by date is reached the fluid and the fluid tank must be replaced Printer User s Manual 30 42 Siemens AG Automation and Drives Division Update http Awww siemens com alpha Siemens AG 2007 Electrical Installation Technology Business Unit Subject to change without notice Postfach 10 09 53 D 93009 Regensburg ALPHA Distribution Boards and Terminal Blocks S E M E N S User s Manual May 2007 ALPHA FIX PRINT printer
31. luid tanks which have passed their use by date but still contain fluid must be disposed of as special waste Observe the regulations in force in your area Disposal of the cleaning tank The cleaning unit must be disposed of as special waste Observe the regulations in force in your area Disposal of the old device Old devices contain valuable recyclable materials which should be made available for further use Dispose of old devices separately at a suitable collection center Thanks to the modular construction of the ALPHA FIX PRINT it is easy to break down the device into its various parts enabling them to be recycled accordingly The electronics board of the ALPHA FIX PRINT is equipped with a lithium battery Dispose of this battery in an old battery collection container provided by retailers or public law waste disposal enterprises Siemens AG 9 42 Printer User s Manual Automation and Drives Division Electrical Installation Technology Business Unit Siemens AG 2007 Update http www siemens com alpha Postfach 10 09 53 D 93009 Regensburg Subject to change without notice SI E M E N S ALPHA Distribution Boards and Terminal Blocks User s Manual May 2007 ALPHA FIX PRINT printer for the inscription of terminal blocks 2 Installing and connecting the printer 2 1 Scope of delivery Check the scope of delivery The ALPHA FIX PRINT is delivered in a box together with the following Power cable European and US C
32. n in particular data sheets mounting instructions manuals etc does not imply any additional obligation on SIEMENS to inform about any amendments to the products and or technical documentation Agreements to the contrary apply only if they are expressly confirmed by SIEMENS in written form Please note that the documentation provided is only product related and that it is your own responsibility to check the suitability and purpose of the products in the specific application in particular with regard to complying with the standards and laws in force Although SIEMENS always strives with the necessary care to ensure that information and contents are correct and in line with the state of the art the information may nevertheless contain technical inaccuracies and or printing errors SIEMENS gives no guarantees with regard to the accuracy and correctness of the information All the information contained in the technical documentation is provided without any express implied or implicit guarantee SIEMENS accepts no liability or responsibility for errors or omissions in the content of the technical documentation in particular data sheets assembly instructions manuals etc The aforementioned limitations and exclusions to liability do not apply in cases of compulsory liability e g in accordance with product liability legislation in cases of premeditation gross negligence fatal injury bodily injury and harm to health or due to the violation of m
33. n on both sides of the printer The cover can be opened only when the printer is first released by the software see page 33 aaron Siemens AG 11 42 Printer User s Manual Automation and Drives Division Electrical Installation Technology Business Unit Siemens AG 2007 Update http www siemens com alpha Postfach 10 09 53 D 93009 Regensburg Subject to change without notice SI E M E N S ALPHA Distribution Boards and Terminal Blocks User s Manual May 2007 ALPHA FIX PRINT printer for the inscription of terminal blocks Fig 2 2 Consumables 1 Fluid tank 2 UVunit 3 Cleaning unit 2 4 Installing the printer To ensure good printing quality the device must be absolutely level It is equipped therefore with a sensor which issues a warning on the display if the printer is inclined la Install the printer in a clean dry place The following places are not suitable Damp or dusty places Places exposed to high temperatures direct sunshine or low temperatures operating range 5 to 35 C e Unpack the printer and install it in a suitable place on a firm and level surface Printer User s Manual 12 42 Siemens AG Automation and Drives Division Update http Awww siemens com alpha Siemens AG 2007 Electrical Installation Technology Business Unit Subject to change without notice Postfach 10 09 53 D 93009 Regensburg ALPHA Distribution Boards and Terminal Blocks Si E M E N S User s Manual May 2007 ALPHA F
34. nce bees ce tnceta ne bdsnes erased nine tete eantandh ecaomeaeeabescdeaas 11 2A installing the pinter sireci aae aaeeea teeted anand d tet aecd naa shasaehandeptteteliateadiatopaeeeaiegee 12 2 5 Connecting the printer oo ceeeeesecesceeeeeeceaeeeeaeeceaeeeaeecaeeeaeeseaeeeaeeceaeeseaeeseaeesaeeseaeeseeeseaeeseaaeseaeeseaeeseeeseeeeeaees 13 BRA Powerconnecton sradichera orere a i atai tiated a cade els ed aed taoticdeeesteds 13 2 5 2 USB CONNECHON RRO a a Rev eR eer ene ore RE AND thee 14 253 Ethernet G nnegon nage Bcd i cess cece te e beaches scab each caved all een si iana ETENE 15 254 Bluetooth eT Messeren enp eS seated aae Eea EiS Ee a Ee E On O ERE T 16 2 6 First printout test frame Yeree cee le cee eat a ea ele tt lett et annens 17 3 Printing frames and configuring the printer ssssssesseiseeseseseerrrirttteeeerrirnrtrtssesrrrrrnnnnsssnrrrnnnnnnt 19 g Msening alame sereen E E ES 19 3 2 Configuring the print c c cccccscscscsssscssesesescscssesesesessssesesevesessssssssssasasansnsssssasasasasesensssicesasesessssassescacerateneseasscacaeaees 20 3 3 Starting the printout cccccccccscscscsssscsesesesescscevesssesesessesesesssessssssssasasavasessssssasasasasesessisacesasesessssssscscacearenesesescseseaees 20 3 3 1 Description of the status monitor oo eee eeeseeeeeeneeeeeeneeeeeeeneeeeeeaeeeeseaeeeeeeaaeeeseeaaeeeseaeeeeenaeeeeseaneeensneeeess 21 3 4 Description of the user interface ecccceseseeeeeeeceeeneneeeeeseeee ees eeee
35. nd contact Connect the ALPHA FIX PRINT only to items of equipment which are supplied with protective extra low voltage Switch off all affected items of equipment computer printer accessories before making or breaking any connections Protect the ALPHA FIX PRINT from wet conditions Operate the ALPHA FIX PRINT only in a dry environment and do not expose it to wet conditions spray water mist etc Perform only those actions described in this operating manual Other tasks must be left to trained personnel or service technicians Limited durability of the fluid The UV hardening fluid has only limited durability When the use by date is reached the fluid tank must be replaced The fluid tank is designed for once only use and cannot be refilled Printer User s Manual 8 42 Siemens AG Automation and Drives Division Update http www siemens com alpha Siemens AG 2007 Electrical Installation Technology Business Unit Subject to change without notice Postfach 10 09 53 D 93009 Regensburg ALPHA Distribution Boards and Terminal Blocks S E M E N S User s Manual May 2007 ALPHA FIX PRINT printer for the inscription of terminal blocks 1 3 3 Waste disposal information Disposal of the UV unit The UV lamp is a discharge lamp which according to the EU Directive must be disposed of separately at your local collection center Disposal of the fluid tank Empty fluid tanks can be disposed of with the household refuse F
36. nformation on SIEMENS products is available on the Internet http www siemens com alpha Siemens AG 3 42 Printer User s Manual Automation and Drives Division Electrical Installation Technology Business Unit Siemens AG 2007 Update http www siemens com alpha Postfach 10 09 53 D 93009 Regensburg Subject to change without notice SI E M E N S ALPHA Distribution Boards and Terminal Blocks User s Manual May 2007 ALPHA FIX PRINT printer for the inscription of terminal blocks Table of contents 1 Safety and the environment eciecsts sent casedeonsdiaracncedastdaceidanwidereinoue iehauuaaindadevastnieidaunlataginenctetatentdead 6 1 1 Description of the ALPHA FIX PRINT ccceeceeeeeee ee eee eee eee ee eeeeeneeeeeneeeeneeeeeneeeeneeeeeneeeeneeeenneeeeneeeens 6 1 2 Proper ise 2A 2c s eddies noo ee Ri EE Se Le ER 6 ASS Note the aM WI eraser eeen a e E E E E E EE 7 TSA Healthihazads arierimpsenuneninena nii n A ER eMnenRRRaee 7 1 3 2 Risk of damaging the device ooo eee eeeeseeeeseneeeeeeneeeeeeneeeeeeeaeeeeeaeeseneaeeeeeeaaeeeseaeeeeseaeeeeseaeeeseeeeeeenneeeneenees 7 1 3 3 Waste disposal information ce 3ianecssicarh idiend citi diese een lin ea neediness 9 2 Installing and connecting the printer viccccieccssssnc tecescasessesnzedadmenwrranxeraeseiemeeneriaraynsitnereeeseateee 10 Bh Seopa Ol delivery aa e A ct canes tates e e E 10 29 Transport loek Seen ee ee a n n ARR a a e ea E EE 10 2 3 Getting to know the printer ce cae cbaaeati
37. ng the cleaning unit The cleaning unit is situated in the lower part of the device at bottom left 3 in Fig 4 1 Press in the green lever The cleaning unit jumps out a little When you take out the cleaning unit do not grip the top surface as it could still be covered with fluid resides Grip only on the sides or wear gloves Insert the new cleaning unit and press home gently until the green level engages audibly e Close the cover again The fluid system will now be filled automatically Disposal of the cleaning tank The cleaning unit must be disposed of as special waste Observe the regulations in force in your area 4 2 Cleaning the print head When the device is switched on a cleaning cycle is carried out automatically As soon as the printed image deteriorates individual jets fail or parts of a line are missing a new cleaning cycle is necessary You can choose between Cleaning and Intensive cleaning Intensive cleaning comprises several cycles More fluid is sprayed through the jets which means that more fluid is consumed for the cleaning You can initiate this manually e Inthe start menu select Settings Printers and fax machines e Mark the ALPHA FIX PRINT printer under Bluemark and in the menu then select File Properties Switch there to the tabbed card Maintenance and click on the icon Cleaning or Intensive cleaning 4 3 Changing the UV unit If the UV unit has failed or if the display
38. nual Automation and Drives Division Electrical Installation Technology Business Unit Siemens AG 2007 Update http www siemens com alpha Postfach 10 09 53 D 93009 Regensburg Subject to change without notice SI E M E N S ALPHA Distribution Boards and Terminal Blocks User s Manual May 2007 ALPHA FIX PRINT printer for the inscription of terminal blocks Fig 4 1 View of the fluid tank 1 cleaning unit 3 and UV unit 2 e Release the green locking lever pull the fluid tank down slightly and then upwards at an angle so that it slides out of the guide e Install the new fluid tank in reverse order by sliding it into position pressing it home gently and relocking the green lever until it engages audibly Disposal of the fluid tank Empty fluid tanks can be disposed of with the household refuse Fluid tanks which have passed their use by date but still contain fluid must be disposed of as special waste like paint residues Observe the regulations in force in your area e Then replace the cleaning unit Printer User s Manual 32 42 Siemens AG Automation and Drives Division Update http Awww siemens com alpha Siemens AG 2007 Electrical Installation Technology Business Unit Subject to change without notice Postfach 10 09 53 D 93009 Regensburg ALPHA Distribution Boards and Terminal Blocks S E M E N S User s Manual May 2007 ALPHA FIX PRINT printer for the inscription of terminal blocks Replaci
39. pdate http www siemens com alpha Postfach 10 09 53 D 93009 Regensburg Subject to change without notice SI E M E N S ALPHA Distribution Boards and Terminal Blocks User s Manual May 2007 ALPHA FIX PRINT printer for the inscription of terminal blocks A2 Ordering data Description Oe fieno Punt UV printer for printing plastic signs ALPHA FIX PRINT 8WH9060 6AA08 1 or the marking of terminals conductors and devices ALPHA FIX PRINT printer with solvent free UV technology Euro power able US power cable USB cable printer driver multilingual manual ALPHA FIX PRINT planning and marking software Consumables Description Type Article No Pa unit et comprising replacement fluid tank and cleaning unit 30 ml UV fluid blackJ ALPHA FIX PRINT INK CARTRIDGE 8WH9060 6BA08 Replacement UV unit ALPHA FIX PRINT UV UNIT 8WH9060 6CA00 Print media Description Type Article No Punt ISIEMENS frames for labeling terminals with Zack marker strip groove I8WA8202 2AA05 8WA8202 2AA05 96 sections for printing by the ALPHA FIX PRINT eS Many more printing media can be found in the SIEMENS catalog Application program Description Type Article No Punt ALPHA FIX PRINT planning and marking software ALPHA FIX PRINT software Printer User s Manual 42 42 Siemens AG Automation and Drives Division Update http Awww siemens com alpha Siemens AG 2007 Electrical Installation Technology Business Unit Subject to change without
40. pecial planning and marking software called ALPHA FIX PRINT is available from SIEMENS and included in the scope of delivery Also standard Microsoft Office products can be used to print the frames 1 2 Proper use The ALPHA FIX PRINT is manufactured in accordance with the state of the art and the acknowledged rules of safety engineering Nevertheless hazards may arise for the user or third parties and impairments may be suffered by the ALPHA FIX PRINT and other property during use The ALPHA FIX PRINT may be used only in perfect technical condition for its intended purpose in full awareness of safety and danger aspects and with due attention to the operating instructions Faults must be rectified without delay in particular those which have a negative effect on safety Proper use entails paying attention to the operating instructions 3 D The ALPHA FIX PRINT is designed solely for the printing of suitable materials which are approved by SIEMENS Similarly you should use only consumables from SIEMENS Unauthorized conversions beyond replacing the fluid tank the cleaning unit and the UV and modifications to the ALPHA FIX PRINT are prohibited for safety reasons gt Printer User s Manual 6 42 Siemens AG Automation and Drives Division Update http Awww siemens com alpha Siemens AG 2007 Electrical Installation Technology Business Unit Subject to change without notice Postfach 10 09 53 D 93009 Regensburg ALPHA Distribution Bo
41. reports that the UV power has been exhausted then the UV lamp will have to be replaced see Ordering data on page 35 Important notes on the UV unit Health hazard from breaking of the UV lamp LAN There is mercury inside the UV lamp Mercury is a toxic substance particularly if inhaled Take care not to destroy the UV lamp when you replace it If mercury escapes in spite of all due care ventilate the room thoroughly pick up the spilled mercury with a finely pored plastic sponge place it in air tight packaging and dispose of it as special waste The service life of the UV unit is limited and monitored When the UV power has been exhausted this is indicated on the display Siemens AG 33 42 Printer User s Manual Automation and Drives Division Electrical Installation Technology Business Unit Siemens AG 2007 Update http www siemens com alpha Postfach 10 09 53 D 93009 Regensburg Subject to change without notice SI E M E N S ALPHA Distribution Boards and Terminal Blocks User s Manual May 2007 ALPHA FIX PRINT printer for the inscription of terminal blocks Querying the status of the UV unit You can view the status of the UV unit in the status monitor e Inthe start menu select Settings Printers and fax machines e Mark the ALPHA FIX PRINT printer under Bluemark and in the menu then select File Properties Switch there to the tabbed card Maintenance and click on the icon Start status monitor As with the fl
42. rint a test frame You can then print a test page The printout can be started from an application such as MS Word or the ALPHA FIX PRINT software or by selecting a test printout For the test printout you need a 8WH8202 2AA05 frame You can also use a different type of frame for the test printout In this case the pattern might not be printed exactly on the signs e Switch on the printer Each time the printer is switched on it automatically carries out a cleaning cycle e Place a frame ideally 83WH8202 2AA05 in the infeed compartment e Inthe start menu select Settings Printers and fax machines e Mark the ALPHA FIX PRINT printer under Bluemark and in the menu then select File Properties General Sharing Ports Advanced Security Device Settings Service Settings P a es Printhead Intensive Open printer cleaning cleaning a Start Test Print on Statusmonitor UC TM 5 OK Cancel Apply Fig 2 5 Properties of the SIEMENS ALPHA FIX PRINT Maintenance On the tabbed card Maintenance select the icon Test printout on 8WH8202 2AA05 Printer User s Manual 18 42 Siemens AG Automation and Drives Division Update http www siemens com alpha Siemens AG 2007 Electrical Installation Technology Business Unit Subject to change without notice Postfach 10 09 53 D 93009 Regensburg ALPHA Distribution Boards and Terminal Blocks Si E M E N S User s Manual May 2007 ALPHA F
43. rint job pause Repeat last printout Call up main menu land abort current print job Back to main menu More infos about Back to main menu land abort print job the error Siemens AG 25 42 Printer User s Manual Automation and Drives Division Electrical Installation Technology Business Unit Siemens AG 2007 Update http www siemens com alpha Postfach 10 09 53 D 93009 Regensburg Subject to change without notice SI E M E N S ALPHA Distribution Boards and Terminal Blocks User s Manual May 2007 ALPHA FIX PRINT printer for the inscription of terminal blocks 3 5 Making settings via the menu Pressing the key on the keypad takes you to the menu The printer switches to offline mode i e printing is no longer possible Fig 3 6 Main menu ES In the bottom line you can see which actions can be performed with the keys in the keypad Using this menu you can Query change device settings Carry out maintenance jobs Start test printouts Query status information You have the option of making a factory reset see page 24 3 5 1 Changing the language setting The display language is preset to English To select a different language proceed as follows e Press on the key to move to the menu The printer switches to offline mode i e printing is no longer possible e Confirm the point Settings with OK e Confirm the point Device settings with OK e Confirm the point Language with OK e Select your lan
44. sesesessssasscacacereneseececeneneasaescaes 29 3 5 6 Printing Uneven frames tensioner scsessessssscssscssesssesesescscesasesesesesesescsevassnessssstscececesesesesescecetesessaeseaes 30 4 Maintenance and cleaning sisciccesatcnceievrcteriacastenaaneetacdesneneicexeisenuetenzelacnbiiseceitneeistabiceneatsacneeanactde 30 4 1 Changing the fluid tank and cleaning unit c cccccccscssssssesescscscscssesesssescscesesesescssssscasasesesenessssseeceesessasscscscseesenenens 30 4 2 Cleaning the printhead c ccccscecesesscsescsccccsseseesesesesesecessssssesesecsesestuasereseseresesesescsesescseseusassaseseceseseceeteseneeete 33 43 Changing the UVUNDO ee oe 33 4 4 Locking the printer for transport sirsenis aptori naea aratai naie eE geeeeseaeeaeesseeseseegeenseseneeenseeseeseneenenesenaeennees 35 5 Troubleshooting lt x sceticacensetiaguccsieenianvtescnianseccnsagsasteeasiweannibapueiepaetaentcnudedentarcaetecdnnaamaaeuieuianaes 36 5 1 Overview of possible faults ccccscssssscscssscscssesesesesescscesesessssscsessasasesasessssssssasesesesessasisseseesesessssscscaceareneseassesceeeees 36 5 2 Error messages and information On the display o oo eeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeneeeeeeaeeeeeeaeeeeeseaeeetesaeeeeseaeeeeseneeeseneeeeennneeeenaa 36 53 Rectifying faults nsession oi ieee deh oe SS deat ee a See ete 38 5 3 1 Frames ar Not transported exccccsssscecec2 acssseagecivretaccsseetye ad et ROEL EE EAEE EEEE REEE 38 5 3 2 Opening the printer
45. t With a value of 50 000 the printout should start 50 mm further to the left You can enter values between 76 mm e Enter under Offset vertical in mm the value by which the beginning of the printout is to be shifted on the frame For example 1 500 means that the printout should start 1 5 mm further to the bottom With a value of 50 000 the printout should start 50 mm further to the top You can enter values between 500 mm e Click on OK to activate the offset Siemens AG 39 42 Printer User s Manual Automation and Drives Division Electrical Installation Technology Business Unit Siemens AG 2007 Update http www siemens com alpha Postfach 10 09 53 D 93009 Regensburg Subject to change without notice SI E M E N S ALPHA Distribution Boards and Terminal Blocks User s Manual May 2007 ALPHA FIX PRINT printer for the inscription of terminal blocks 5 3 4 Opening the printer in case of no voltage emergency release If there is a voltage failure the printer can be opened by hand Risk of burns N The UV unit heats up to a temperature of over 100 C If you want to open the printer with the emergency release in case of an error you must wait 10 minutes for the UV lamp to cool down e To release insert a screwdriver in the slot on the left hand side of the printer Printer User s Manual 40 42 Siemens AG Automation and Drives Division Update http www siemens com alpha Siemens AG 2007 Electrical Inst
46. tact with the fluid wash the areas thoroughly with soap and water gt BP BP D 1 3 2 Risk of damaging the device Transport the printer in horizontal position Always transport the printer in horizontal position If it is transported in vertical position or upside down fluid may escape from the print head making the device dirty or unusable Damage to the device Watch the filling level gt D Watch the maximum filling level when inserting the frames Too many frames will prevent the transport module from ascending and may cause damage to the printer Siemens AG 7 42 Printer User s Manual Automation and Drives Division Electrical Installation Technology Business Unit Siemens AG 2007 Update http www siemens com alpha Postfach 10 09 53 D 93009 Regensburg Subject to change without notice SI E M E N S ALPHA Distribution Boards and Terminal Blocks User s Manual May 2007 ALPHA FIX PRINT printer for the inscription of terminal blocks a ae BP eD Do not touch the print head Take care not to touch the print head This could damage the print head or impair the printed image Do not touch the glass surface of the UV unit Take care not to touch the glass surface of the UV unit This could damage the UV unit Notes on connecting to the power supply The ALPHA FIX PRINT is designed solely for power networks with an alternating voltage of 100 240 V The ALPHA FIX PRINT must be connected only to sockets with a PE grou
47. the cover lock on the cover has been released Close cover As soon as the cover is open the prompt __ Close the cover again or printing cannot Close cover appears continue printing process ___ information about the current print status Printer User s Manual 36 42 Siemens AG Automation and Drives Division Update http Awww siemens com alpha Siemens AG 2007 Electrical Installation Technology Business Unit Subject to change without notice Postfach 10 09 53 D 93009 Regensburg ALPHA Distribution Boards and Terminal Blocks S E M E N S User s Manual May 2007 ALPHA FIX PRINT printer for the inscription of terminal blocks Print carriage Frames are not transported correctly blocked Print control Error in the printer Contact SIEMENS internal error Print processing Error in the printer Contact SIEMENS internal error Initialization Error when booting the printer Switch the printer off and on again abort If the error is repeated contact SIEMENS No print medium check There are no frames in the transport Remove the frame pile up transport module module or the frames have become jammed in the transport module mser fames Cleaning unit here is no cleaning unit Insert the cleaning unit pot avatlapLe Check that the cleaning unit is correctly seated Fluid tank here is no fluid tank Insert the fluid tank Reb even Nae Check that the fluid tank is correctly seated Fluid tank nearly empty The fluid tank must be rep
48. to this effect appears on the display e Press in the pushbuttons on both sides of the printer and open the cover 5 3 3 Setting the print offset If the printout does not begin in exactly the intended position on the frame you can use the Print offset function to shift the position in horizontal and vertical direction Printer User s Manual 38 42 Siemens AG Automation and Drives Division Update http Awww siemens com alpha Siemens AG 2007 Electrical Installation Technology Business Unit Subject to change without notice Postfach 10 09 53 D 93009 Regensburg ALPHA Distribution Boards and Terminal Blocks Si E M E N S User s Manual May 2007 ALPHA FIX PRINT printer for the inscription of terminal blocks Setting with the print driver You can set the print offset with the print driver e Inthe start menu select Settings Printers and fax machines e Mark the ALPHA FIX PRINT printer under Bluemark and in the menu then select File Properties e Switch there to the tabbed card Settings Fig 5 1 Setting the print offset General Sharing Ports Advanced Security Device Settings Service Settings Mat Parameters Horizontal offset in mm 0 000 Vertical offset in mm 0 000 Cancel Apply e Enter under Offset horizontal in mm the value by which the beginning of the printout is to be shifted on the frame For example 1 500 means that the printout should start 1 5 mm further to the righ
49. uid tank this display indicates the durability of the UV unit If all the segments are off the UV power has been exhausted and the UV lamp has to be replaced Procedure e Switch on the device e Release the cover lock via the menu To do so press the key to move to the menu The printer switches to offline mode i e printing is no longer possible e Using select Maintenance Confirm with OK e Using select Open printer Confirm with OK The release will be delayed until the UV lamp has cooled This can take up to 5 minutes As soon as the cover can be opened a message to this effect appears on the display e Press in the pushbuttons on both sides of the printer 2 in figure 4 2 and open the cover PRESS AS a mn WELLA Fig 4 2 View of the UV unit Printer User s Manual 34 42 Siemens AG Automation and Drives Division Update http www siemens com alpha Siemens AG 2007 Electrical Installation Technology Business Unit Subject to change without notice Postfach 10 09 53 D 93009 Regensburg ALPHA Distribution Boards and Terminal Blocks S E M E N S User s Manual May 2007 ALPHA FIX PRINT printer for the inscription of terminal blocks ES Touch the UV unit only after you have made certain that it has cooled down sufficiently e Press the small green button on the UV unit and pull out the UV unit by its enclosure l Avoid touching the glass window 1 of the new UV unit Insert t
50. y hand e Then acknowledge the error with OK The table in the feed shaft will now move to the stack loading position and the removed frame can be reinserted e Ifthe frame has become blocked further inside the device switch the printer off and on During the initialization of the device after it is switched on an automatic clearing routine is performed and any frames stuck inside the device will be moved out If this fails because the frame is very firmly jammed you can open the device and push out the frame by hand e Release the cover lock via the menu Press the key to go to the menu The printer switches to offline mode i e printing is no longer possible e Using select Maintenance Confirm with OK e Using select Open printer Confirm with OK The release will be delayed until the UV lamp has cooled This can take up to 5 minutes As soon as the cover can be opened a message to this effect appears on the display e Press in the pushbuttons on both sides of the printer and open the cover e Transport the frame by hand 5 3 2 Opening the printer e Release the cover lock via the menu Press the key to go to the menu The printer switches to offline mode i e printing is no longer possible e Using select Maintenance Confirm with OK e Using select Open printer Confirm with OK The release will be delayed until the UV lamp has cooled This can take up to 5 minutes As soon as the cover can be opened a message

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