Datamax Prodigy Plus Manual de usuario

Prodigy Plus

Operator’s Manual

HP PCL-4, and HP Laser Jet II are Trademarks of Hewlett Packard Corporation.

CG Triumvirate is a trademark of Agfa Corporation.

CG Times, based upon Times New Roman under license from The Monotype

Corporation.

PLC, is a product of Agfa Corporation.

Futura is a registered trademark of Fundición Tipográfica Neufville, S.A.

Prodigy Plus, Prodigy Plus 152, SEAQ, and PC Batch are trademarks of

Datamax Barcode Products Corporation.

As an Energy Star Partner, Datamax Corporation has determined that this product

meets the Energy Star guidelines for energy efficiency.

Firmware (Software) Agreement:The enclosed Firmware (Software) resident

in the EPROM’s is owned by Licensor or its suppliers and is licensed for used

only on a single printer in the user’s Trade or Business. The User agrees not

to, and not to authorize or permit any other person or party to, duplicate

or copy the EPROM’s or the information contained in the EPROM’s. The

firmware (Software) is protected by applicable copyright laws and Licensor

retains all rights not expressly granted. In no event will Licensor or its suppliers

be liable for any damages or loss, including direct, incidental, economic,

special, or consequential damages, arising out of the use or inability to use the

Firmware (Software).

Information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not

represent a commitment on the part of Datamax Barcode Products

Corporation. No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any

form or by any means, for any purpose other than the purchaser's personal use,

without the expressed written permission of Datamax Corporation.

7500 Flying Cloud Drive • Suite 655 • Eden Prairie, Minnesota 55344 •

(612) 946-0026

Part Number: 510379

Revision: D2

Agency Compliance and Approvals:

UL: UL1950 Information Technology Equipment, file number

E156091.

CSA: C22.2 No. 950-M1986, file number LR68943-13.

TUV-GS: EN60950/03.88, certificate number S9371819.

VDE: Class B Vfg. 1046/1984.

1. Nur für Gebrauch innerhalb eines Gebäudes geeignet.

2. Bei Gefahr, Kabel aus der Steckdose herausziehen

3. Falls kein Kabel mitgeliefert wurde, bitte Folgendes bei der

Anschaffung eines Kabels beachten:

Für 230 Volt (Europa):Benützen Sie ein Kabel, das mit "HAR"

markiert ist, bestehend mindestens aus einem H05VV-F Kabel, das

mindestens 0,75 Quadratmillimeter Drahtdurchmesser hat; sowie eine

IEC320 Steckdose und einen für das Land geeigneten Stecker, 6A, 250

Volt.

1. This unit is intended for indoor use only.

2. Disconnect power supply cord in case of emergency.

3. When power supply cord is not provided; for proper power supply cord

selection please see below:

For 230 Volt Operation (Europe):Use a cord set, marked "HAR,"

consisting of a min H05VV-F cord which has a minimum 0.75 square

mm diameter conductors, provided with an IEC 320 receptacle and a

male plug for the country of installation rated 6A, 250V.

FCC: This device complies with Part 15 of FCC rules.

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits

for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against

harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a

commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can

radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in

accordance with the instructions in this manual, it may cause

harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this

equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful

interference in which case the user will be required to correct the

interference at his own expense.

Important Safety Instructions

Your Barcode Printer has been designed to give you many years of

safe, reliable service. As with all electrical equipment, there are a few

basic precautions you should take to avoid getting hurt or damaging

the Printer.

•Carefully read the installation and operating instructions

provided with your Printer.

•Read and follow all warning instruction labels on the Printer

itself.

•Place the Printer on a flat, firm, solid surface.

•To protect your Printer from overheating, make sure all

openings on the Printer are not blocked.

•Do not place the Printer on or near a heat source, (i.e., a radiator

or heat register).

•Do not use your Printer near water, or spill liquid of any kind

into it.

•Be certain that your power source matches the rating listed on

the back of the Printer. If you are unsure, check with your

dealer or with your local power company.

•Do not place the power cord where it will be walked on. If the

power cord becomes damaged or frayed replace it immediately.

•Do not insert anything into the ventilation slots or openings on

the Printer.

•Only qualified, trained service technicians should attempt to

repair your Printer.

♦Contents

♦Getting Started

1.0 Introduction.................................................................1

1.1 Unpacking and Inspection ...........................................2

1.2 Supplies Necessary to Print Labels...............................2

1.3 Location of Parts on your Printer.................................3

1.4 Installing the Front Door .............................................5

1.5 Using the Printer’s Control Panel.................................6

1.6 Using Print Media........................................................8

1.7 Media Rewind Instructions........................................10

1.7.1 Peel-off Mode................................................11

1.8 Ribbon Loading Instructions .....................................12

♦Printing Labels

2.0 Introduction...............................................................13

2.1 Programming Commands..........................................13

2.2 Programming Examples.............................................19

2.3 Configuration and Test Labels...................................21

2.3.1 Configuration Label........................................21

2.3.2 Print Test Label..............................................22

2.3.3 Loop back Test Plug.......................................22

♦Troubleshooting

3.0 Introduction...............................................................23

3.1 Controlling Print Quality ...........................................24

3.2 Aligning the Printhead...............................................25

3.2.1 Direct-Thermal Stock .....................................25

3.2.2 Tag Stock or Stiff Media ................................25

3.2.3 Mechanical Adjustments.................................25

3.3 Printhead Alignment Procedure.................................28

3.3.1 Label Stock Tracking Adjustment...................28

3.3.2 Ribbon Feed and Tracking Adjustments.........29

3.4 Adjusting Printhead Pressure and Support................31

3.5 Troubleshooting........................................................32

♦Maintenance

4.0 Cleaning the Printer...................................................37

4.1 Cleaning the Printhead...............................................38

♦Appendix A

ASCII Control Code Chart..............................................A-1

♦Appendix B

Switch Settings and Cable Interfacing.............................B-1

♦Appendix C

Available Fonts and Barcodes .........................................C-1

♦Appendix D

Error Codes.....................................................................D-1

♦Appendix E

Cable Listings..................................................................E-1

♦Appendix F

Specifications..................................................................F-1

♦Appendix G

Warranty Information......................................................G-1

Prodigy Plus 1

♦Getting Started

Figure 1-1 Printer Overview

1.0 Introduction

The Prodigy Plus, hereafter referred to as the “Printer”,

incorporates high-performance/low cost thermal label printing

capabilities. The combination of powerful capabilities, easy-to-use

features, a contemporary look and affordable pricing set a new

standard for thermal label printing in retail, office and industrial

applications.

Getting Started

2Prodigy Plus

1.1 Unpacking and Inspection

Inspect the shipping container(s), if damage is evident, contact the

carrier to specify the nature and extent of the damage.

The Printer is packed in Corrupadrecycled packaging and is

enclosed in a plastic bag to reduce the chance of moisture damage

during shipment. Remove the Printer from the plastic bag before

use.

Along with this manual, the shipping container(s) should include

the following items:

•Label Printer

•Printer’s front door panel (packaged separately)

•Special or additional items purchased.

1.2 Supplies Necessary to Print Labels

In order for the Printer to generate labels you will need the

necessary software and media. There are many different types of

media and software packages available, therefore it is a good idea

to contact your local reseller on which software and media is best

suited for your needs.

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