Datamax VMP-2000 User's Manual
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1. 9 5 3 9 5 76 2mm 241 3mm 76 2mm 241 3mm Thickness 2 6 mil 3 9 mil Total thickness must be 0 35mm or less 0 065mm 0 10mm Weight 64 0 81 4 g m 40 g m chemical carbon 55 70 kg ream 10 5 Ibs or 34 kg ream Up to four parts or up to three parts if crimp fastened forms Length 11 inches 11 69 inches A4 custom 11 inches 11 69 inches A4 custom Copies One 1 Three 3 Fastening Multi Part Forms e The maximum displacement of the center of the sprocket holes between sheets shall not exceed 0 5 mm e When the forms are unfolded the height of the horizontally perforated portion shall be within 2 0 mm e The crimping fastening method is required four claw crimps shall be applied on both edges Sprocket Holes and Perforation Guidelines e The sprocket holes shall be clearly and cleanly cut e Forms shall be fan folded at every horizontal perforated line e Both edges or each perforation shall not be torn e Intersection of the horizontal and vertical perforations shall not be cut Datamax 0 Neil VMP 2000 Installation Guide 16 Media Specifications Form Specifications Paper Size and Print Area Print Area Diagram Paper Length 11 inches typically 279 4 mm 11 69 inches A4 297 0 mm Paper width 3 minimum 9 5 maximum First dotline 11 8 mm Hole spacing 12 7 mm 0 5 mm mM J O U gt Vertical Character Alignment Tolerance For adjacent line 0 3 mm maximum2. no exceptions 2 All power to the VMP printer must be fused Either connect to the fuse box or install an inline fuse 2a Fuse box connection the fuse rating minimum in the fuse box is 10 amps 2b Inline fuse for an inline fuse the fuse rating should be a minimum 7 amps and installed within three feet of the printer connection 3 Always connect a ground strap as close to the printer connection as possible The ground strap must connect to the vehicle frame paint scraping may be required To ensure the ground is connected properly validate the connection to the frame using a power meter Power Cable Guidelines e Do not install cables or connections near wet areas e Do not install cables near or around sharp edges e Do not install wire with a smaller gauge than recommended e Install a fuse as recommended and at the rating indicated e Do not install cables near heat sources e Do not install cables at pinch locations for example near doors or under a seat Datamax O Neil VMP 2000 Installation Guide 9 Input Power and Connection Requirements e Ata minimum secure cables every 12 18 inches e Allow an adequate 12 loop for connector and disassembly cable Existing Power Harness Installation part 220205 100 220206 100 220207 100 The power extension cable is available in lengths of three feet six feet and ten feet If your vehicle has an existing cable power harness from a previous printer in
3. also be mounted horizontally utilizing the horizontal mounting bracket Please review the specific instruction sheets for assembly and installation of the VMP 2000 Horizontal Mount Bracket Kit part 110091 xxx VMP Horizontal Mount Vibration Bracket Part 4 220146 000 VMP 2000 X Y 0 to 30 0 to 60 Datamax O Neil VMP 2000 Installation Guide Mounting Options Other The VMP 2000 paper tray is specifically designed to hold a box of standard tractor pin feed media for 8 Y x 11 media The tray can be mounted underneath the wall mount bracket Please review the specific instruction sheet for assembly and installation of the VMP 2000 paper tray part 110098 xxx VMP Paper Tray Part 220155 000 Datamax O Neil VMP 2000 Installation Guide Mounting Requirements Mounting Requirements 19 4 5 without racket 12 15 Use the following information as a guide for orienting and or mounting your printer 1 Before mounting the VMP printer review the documentation supplied with the bracket you choose to use 2 The VMP printer can only be mounted based on the angles shown above Mounting the printer outside of these angles results in the printer jamming 3 When possible secure the hardware to the metal bulkhead or to internal metal vehicle components 4 Use Loctite to mount the brackets contact Loctite for applicable installation information 5 Position the printer with adequa
4. directly into a handheld computer cradle dock or other standard RS232 interface with no cabling required If you choose to cable connect your computer or handheld device to the printer contact Datamax O Neil for the latest cable list If you choose to install your own cabling see the diagram below for cable pin outs and design VMP Connector Connector DB 9 Female DB 9 Female Connector VMP 2000 Mating Connector DB 9 Male Connector Datamax O Neil VMP 2000 Installation Guide 12 Data Connection Power Supply The VMP can run solely from a power supply For more information see Input Power and Connection Requirements on page 8 Use only the Datamax O Neil approved power supply Power Supply Requirements e Use the Datamax O Neil recommended power supply FAILURE TO USE A DATAMAX ONEIL WILL RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE PRINTER OR THE PRINTER WILL NOT OPERATE PROPERLY Guidelines e Do not install cables or connections near wet areas e Do not install cables near or around sharp edges e Do not install cables near heat sources e Do not install cables at pinch locations for example near doors or under a seat Datamax O Neil VMP 2000 Installation Guide 13 Ribbon Information Ribbon Information The VMP ribbon is designed to provide hundreds of pages of use However the ribbon is a consumable item and should be replaced often e If the printer begins jamming consistently replace
5. white cable Unit will run from vehicle power however it could reset if there are voltage dips and fluctua primarily used in tions vehicles Input Power Specifications Input voltage 12 15 5 volts Maximum power consumption Printer is on and printing 5 Amps Printer is asleep and not charging 05 Amps Note Connecting to voltage usage outside of the specifications will damage the printer 1 The mating connection to the VMP printer is a DC plug 2 5mm x 5 5mm x 11 or 12 0mm in length 2 The center pin on the plug is positive The center pin on the barrel is negative If a molded DC plug cable is purchased to connect to the printer limit its length to 12 inches due to voltage drops Datamax O Neil VMP 2000 Installation Guide Input Power and Connection Requirements Printer Input Power and Connection Requirements There are several ways to connect the VMP to vehicle power fuse box power cable alternate cabling existing power harness installations and cigarette lighter adapter Fuse Box Power Cable part 220210 100 Fuse Box Cable To properly install the fuse box power cable review the MF8i Truck Mount Extension Cable Instruction Sheet part 110128 xxx supplied with this cable Alternate Cabling If you are installing your own cable please review the following requirements and guidelines for connecting to the VMP printer Power Cable Requirements 1 Use a minimum 16 AWG wire size
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7. aced printers No Liability for Negligent Use In no event shall Datamax O Neil be held liable for any damages whatsoever including without limitations damages for loss of profits business interruption loss of information or other pecuniary loss arising out of negligence in use and care of the product Radio Frequency Interference This equipment generates and can radiate radio frequency energy If it is not installed and used in accordance with the user s guide this energy may cause harmful interference to radio and television reception Software Datamax O Neil warrants software will function in accordance with the user guide or written specifications provided with the software for ninety 90 days from date of shipment If an item or software does not function as warranted Datamax O Neil will without charge attempt to correct the software the user guide or the written specification For Vehicle Installations and Use e Air bags deflate with great force DO NOT place objects including installed or portable wireless equipment or printers in the area over the air bag or in the air bag deployment area If in vehicle wireless equipment is improperly installed and the air bag inflates serious injury could result e Position your device within easy reach Be able to access your device without removing your eyes from the road e Do not take notes or use the device while driving Jotting down a to do list or flipping throug
8. e print head to the center of the page when moving over the perforation The print head centering setting can be changed using the Datamax O Neil software tools OPDI Suite or MFlash or it can be changed in your software application Use firmware 5 49 or higher and check the Programmers Reference Manual for the proper command and implementation Skip Over Perforation The VMP printer has the ability to automatically control how close you print to the perforation Printing too close to the perforation can cause jams paper catches and other problems The default setting is OFF when the printer is shipped from the factory In the default mode you will be able to print up to or on the perforation The printer is not limited from the factory to a particular setting due to various applications and varying form lengths The skip over perforation setting can be changed using the Datamax O Neil software tools OPDI Suite or MFlash or it can be changed in your software application Check the Programmers Reference Manual for the proper command and implementation Datamax O Neil VMP 2000 Installation Guide 15 Media Specifications Media Specifications Paper Guidelines Original unlimited supply Original 1 unlimited supply Original 2 unlimited supply Original 3 unlimited supply Continuous Form Specifications Impact printers use continuous single part or multi part forms The multi part forms can have up to four parts Width 3
9. h bracket comes with vibration dampening hardware to aid in the life of your printer To obtain additional information about the mounting brackets contact your salesperson or call 949 458 0500 Integrated Dash Mount The VMP 2000 can be mounted using the VMP Dashmount Kit which includes an integrated paper supply tray vibration bracket and a universal cradle mount bracket The Dashmount Kit works where there is adequate area to support and mount the kit The kit is designed to either work in a vehicle or on a desktop Please review the specific instruction sheets for assembly and installation of the VMP 2000 Dashmount Bracket kit part 110092 xxx VMP Dashmount Bracket VMP Cradle Bracket Kit Part 220151 100 Part 220153 000 Datamax O Neil VMP 2000 Installation Guide Mounting Options Wall Mount The VMP 2000 has a wallmount bracket specifically design to mount the printer to a wall or bulk head in a vehicle This installation is designed to pull paper from a free standing box or can utilize the VMP paper tray Please review the specific instruction sheets for assembly and installation of the VMP 2000 Wallmount Bracket Kit part 110114 xxx VMP Wall Mount Vibration Bracket Part 220199 000 4 maximum height off of floor Mounting Guidelines Use the following information as a guide for orienting and or mounting your printer VMP 2000 X Y 0 to 15 0 to 30 Horizontal Mount The VMP can
10. h your address book takes attention away from your primary responsibility driving safely e Datamax O Neil is not responsible for damages or injuries resulting from improper installation or use Ergonomic Recommendations Caution Even the best designed products can be a potential source of injury illness if used incorrectly To avoid or minimize risk of ergonomic injury follow these general recommendations Consult with your local Health and Safety Manager to ensure that you are meeting your company s safety programs to prevent employee s injury e Reduce or eliminate repetitive motion e Maintain a neutral posture and avoid awkward positions e Reduce or eliminate excessive force e Keep objects that are used frequently within easy reach e Perform tasks at correct heights e Reduce or eliminate vibration e Reduce or eliminate direct pressure e Avoid static exertions Datamax O Neil VMP 2000 Installation Guide 1 General Operation and Handling Guidelines e Provide adequate clearance e Provide a suitable working environment e Improve work procedures e Take periodic rest breaks Care and Prevention During operation do not expose printer to temperatures over 50 C 122 F or under 40 C 40 F In storage do not expose printer to temperatures over 70 C 158 F or under 20 C 4 F e Use only approved power supplies or damage may result e Do not spill liquids on printer or immerse e Do not attempt to service this uni
11. in bi directional printing For 10 lines 1 5mm maximum Maximum Print Width 200 7 mm 6 35 mm 2 mm maximum First printable line with Top of Form TOF Shall be set manually K L K 15 mm L 25 mm Where any dark print and punch holes are prohibited Will cause paper out condition G FA TT Datamax O Neil VMP 2000 Installation Guide 17 Radio Bluetooth Guidelines Radio Bluetooth Guidelines e Radio communications are affected by metal and surrounding objects e Consider the internal antenna location when mounting the printer The range depends on the orientation of the VMP printer e Contact your handheld computer manufacturer for setting up the printer for Bluetooth communications Datamax O Neil VMP 2000 Installation Guide 18
12. stallation it may be used to connect to the VMP printer by using the power extension cable To properly install the power extension cable review the Truck Mount Extension Cable Instruction Sheet part 110128 xxx supplied with this cable Power Extension Cable Requirements e The existing harness must have a fuse See Fuse Box Power Cable part 220210 100 on page 9 for the requirements e The cable must be in good condition no cuts dings etc If the end of your cable looks like these then your existing installation may work Datamax 0 Neil VMP 2000 Installation Guide 10 Input Power and Connection Requirements Once connected use a volt meter to ensure that the center pin on the DC jack is positive 12 volts and with specifications for input voltage Cigarette Lighter Adapter part 510116 000 You can connect the cigarette lighter adapter to any universal 12 volt cigarette lighter plug If you want the printer to operate when the vehicle is turned off make sure the cigarette lighter adapter is powered when the vehicle power is off If the printer does not operate from the cigarette lighter adapter check the fuse You can replace the fuse with a Bussman 250 volt 7 amp fuse Cigarette Lighter Adapter Fuse Cigarette Lighter Adapter Datamax O Neil VMP 2000 Installation Guide 11 Data Connection Data Connection The VMP has a DB 9 RS232 data connection This cable is designed to plug
13. t Refer all servicing to a Datamax O Neil authorized service center Copyright This installation guide and any examples contained herein are provided as is and are subject to change without notice Datamax O Neil makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this installation guide including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose Datamax O Neil shall not be liable for any errors or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing performance or use of this installation guide or the examples herein This guide is copyrighted All rights are reserved This guide may not in whole or in part be reproduced translated stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic mechanical photographic or otherwise without the prior written consent of Datamax O Neil Specifications are subject to change COPYRIGHT 2010 DATAMAX O NEIL Datamax O Neil VMP 2000 Installation Guide 2 Mounting Options Mounting Options Note The following instructions apply to the VMP 2000 printers only Contact Datamax O Neil customer service for installation information on the VMP 1000 printers The following options are available for mounting the VMP printer e Integrated dash mount e Wall mount e Horizontal mount e Other See the brief descriptions below for the scenario which best describes your mounting needs Eac
14. te room to open the printer and for the paper to exit 6 Place the printer near the power source for more information see Power Cable Requirements on page 9 Datamax O Neil VMP 2000 Installation Guide 6 Mounting Requirements Mounting Guidelines e Do not position the printer above near or relative to the driver s position as to interfere with normal driving operations e Position the printer so it is protected from environmental elements such as moisture tools and boxes e Do not set place position or put any object s on top of the printer either when the vehicle is moving or when the vehicle is stationary e Mount the printer away from the driver s head to eliminate potential injury in the event of an accident e Do not drill holes through the printer s body to permanently mount the printer e Mount the printer in a secure location so that the printer is not affected by the vehicle s vibration and the printer s hardware will not come loose e Use existing mounting holes to mount the printer Do not create new mounting holes on the bracket e Paper and humidity effect the overall performance of the printer results may vary Datamax O Neil VMP 2000 Installation Guide 7 Input Power and Connection Requirements Input Power and Connection Requirements The VMP printer comes with one 12 volt DC jack cable with white collar or tag external 12 Volt DC Jack Cable white Cable Power applied 12 volt
15. the ribbon e If the printing becomes light in color on the top copy replace the ribbon e If the smear guard is damaged or lost replace the ribbon Smear guard VMP ribbon Temperature Although the printer is rated to print at low temperatures ribbons are susceptible to cold temperature The ink in the ribbon will begin to crystallize if the temperature is below 32 F or 0 C causing the first copy to have light print To prevent this the printer will automatically enter into a low temperature printing mode when below this temperature This mode reduces the print speed to compensate for the temperature and the ribbon crystallization The printer will automatically exit the low temperature printing mode when the temperature is above 41 F or 5 C Datamax O Neil VMP 2000 Installation Guide 14 Printer Settings Printer Settings If you begin to see print head jams or the paper is catching under the print head when in the home position you may wish to change the print head centering setting or skip over perforation Print Head Centering The VMP printer has the ability to control the print head location when the media moves across the media s horizontal perforation The default setting is ON when the printer is shipped from the factory In the default mode the print head will move to the home location when moving across the perforation which can cause problems The head centering command when invoked moves th
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