Brady Bradyprinter 3481 Betreibershandbuch

BradyBradyprinter Models 2461 and 3481Operator’s Manual(TEMP COVER)(DO NOT PRINT)

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91Available Fonts and Bar CodesAll character fonts and bar codes available with the printer are described in thissection. Each font and bar code has a

92The table below lists the font sizes; the numbers indicate the number of dots.FONT HEIGHT WIDTH SPACINGFont 0 7 5 1Font 1 13 7 2Font 2 18 10 2Font 3

93Font 4 62-characteralphanumeric, uppercase.Font 5 62-characteralphanumeric, uppercase.Font 6 62-character alphanumeric, uppercase.

94Font 7 OCR-A, size I. Font 8 OCR-B, size III.Font 9 Internal Triumvirate font.Point sizes are selected by the number in the bar code height. Larg

95Bar Code Summary DataBar Code fonts have alpha names (left column in the table below). Uppercasealpha names will print barcodes with human-readable

96Bar Code A Code 3 of 9Bar Code B UPC-ABar Code C UPC-EBar Code D Interleaved 2 of 5Bar Code E Code 128Bar Code F EAN-13Bar Code G EAN-8Bar Co

97Bar Code I CodabarBar Code J Interleaved 2 of 5w/module 10 checksumBar Code K PlesseyBar Code L Interleaved 2 of 5w/module 10 checksum andshippi

98Bar Code Q UCC/EAN Code 128Bar Code R UCC/EAN Code 128KMART NON EDIBar Code S UCC/EAN Code 128 Random Weight

99Barcode T TelepenBarcode u UPS MaxiCodeBarcode v FIMBarcode z PDF-417Barcode W1c DataMatrix

11.0 IntroductionCongratulations on your purchase of the Bradyprinter Model 2461 or 3481. Thisprinter family, hereafter referred to as ‘the printer’,

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101Module AssignmentsConsult the Programmer's Manual for detailed programming information.ModuleDesignatorModuleDInternal SDRAM (in 1KB blocks)24

102Speed Settings and DefaultsConsult the Programmer's Manual for detailed information.2461Speed Range Default SettingFunctionIPS MMPS IPS MMPSPr

103Brady ProductsLimited Warranty StatementBradyprinter Models 2461 and 3481PrinterBrady warrants to Purchaser that under normal use and service, the

104Thermal PrintheadThis warranty is limited to a period of one year, (365 days), or 1,000,000 linearinches of use, whichever comes first, for the 246

105General Warranty ProvisionsBrady makes no warranty as to the design, capability, capacity or suitability ofany of its hardware, supplies, or softwa

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107Glossary of Termsalphanumeric Consisting of alphabetic, numeric, punctuation andother symbols.backing material The silicon-coated paper carrier mat

108direct thermal The printing method that uses a heat sensitive mediaand only the heat of the thermal printhead to create an image onthe label.direct

109media Generalized term for all types of printing stocks, including: rollfed, continuous, die-cut, and fanfold.media hub Device in the printer used

21.1 About this PrinterTo meet all of your printing needs this unit is easily configurable. This sectionlists the available standard and optional hard

110tag stock A heavy paper or synthetic printing material, typicallyfeaturing a notch or reflective mark and without an adhesivebacking.thermal transf

111IndexAAdvanced Entry Calibration, 57alphanumeric, 92, 93, 107, 108ASCII, 40, 83, 89, 91, 95Bbacking material, 3, 4, 9, 18, 20 - 22, 52, 87, 107, 10

112Mmedia, 1 - 4, 7 - 11, 14 - 22, 31, 41, 44, 49 - 54, 56, 57 - 69, 75, 76, 78 - 81, 87, 88, 104, 107 - 110media rewinder, 18media selection, 9media

31.1.2 Optional Features (available except as noted)This printer offers the following optional features:Light-Duty CutterA rotary-type cutter for cutt

4LAN InterfaceA slide-in circuit card assembly that provides network connectivity, allowingmultiple users on various platforms to share the same print

51.2 Option Installation The following table lists the available options and the recommendedqualification level of the installer. For detailed inform

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72.0 Before using the PrinterUnpackingInspect the shipping container(s) for damage; if evident, immediately notify theshipping company to report the

8InspectionAfter removing the printer from the packaging material, check the contents ofthe package. In addition to this manual,the following items s

92.1 Choosing Media and Ribbon The following is a limited overview of media characteristics. For completeinformation and advice regarding your spec

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10 • The second method, if only subtle contrast changes are desired, would be tochange the ‘Custom Adjustments / Darkness’ menu setting.• The next

113.0 IntroductionThis chapter explains how to connect the printer and load media and ribbon.3.1 Connecting the Printer Note: When connecting the AC

123.1.1 InterfacingThe interface selection process in the printer occurs by data detection. Oncedetected, the receiving port is set ‘active’. It will

13Serial Interface Cable Listing (all models except as noted)Null Modem (MXM) “PC” (DB9P) to PrinterPart Number 556000Part Number 556001Cable used

143.2 Loading MediaThe following procedures explain the preliminary media loading steps.Raise the Access Cover. Rotate the Printhead Latch forward t

15 Media Hanger equipped printerRotating Media Hub equipped printer

16 3.2.1 Roll Media Media Hangerequipped: placeRoll Media onto thehanger as shown,sliding it overagainst theBackstop; thenraise the MediaRetainer an

173.2.2 Fan-Fold Media Bring the media in through the Bottom or the Rear Media Slot. Route the media as shown below: over the Media Hanger (or Rota

183.3 Loading the Media RewinderWith the Media Rewinder option, the printer can wind labels and backingmaterial. When equipped with the Peel and Pres

19 Route the media back to the Media Rewind Hub as shown below. Insert the edge of the labels into the Slot on the Rewind Hub and theninsert the Me

Copyright Information:CG Triumvirate is a trademark of Agfa Corporation.CG Times based upon Times New Roman under license from The MonotypeCorporation

20 3.3.2 Winding with the Peel and Present OptionThe printer can separate the labels from the backing material “on-demand”when equipped with the Pee

21 Route the Label Backing back to and around the Media Rewind Hub, asshown. Insert the edge of the Label Backing into the Slot on the Rewind Hub a

223.4 Loading RibbonNote: Always use ribbon slightly wider than the media backing material;this helps protect against printhead wear.To produce an i

23 ‘Coated Side In’ Ribbon routing path ‘Coated Side Out’ Ribbon routing path

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254.0 Front Panel Operation The front panel is equipped with five keys, 3 indicators and a Liquid CrystalDisplay (LCD). The key functions differ depe

26 4.0.2 Menu Mode: Configuration (Ready Light ‘Flashing’) The DOWN ARROW key moves to the previous(reverse) menu item; also, decrements numerica

27 4.0.3 Quick Test Mode: Print Test Labels Pressing the DOWN ARROW key scrolls to theprevious test function. Pressing the UP ARROW key scr

28 4.0.4 Indicators ‘On’ indicates READY Mode. ‘Slow Flashing’ indicates MENU Mode. ‘Fast Flashing’ indicates received data is beingprocessed.

294.0.6 Factory Default ResettingDepending upon the method used, there are two factory default reset levelspossible:Note: See Section 4.1 for the fac

Agency Compliance and Approvals:C US ListedUL1950 Information Technology EquipmentC22.2 No. 950-M93EN60950For 230 Volt Operation (Europe)

30 4.1 The Menu System The printer operation can be controlled through the menu system user interface,allowing the operator access to these six menu

314.1.1 Media Settings From Ready Mode, press the key to enter the Menu Mode. Note: Entering the menu will clear memory of any settings sent fro

324.1.2 Print ControlHEAT10 (0-30)Controls the printhead ‘burn-time’. SeeSection 2.1.1 for more on print quality control.PRINT SPEED2-12 in/secContr

33 4.1.3 Printer OptionsMODULESThe physical presence of the respectivememory module must be detected to show themodule function selections for that m

34 4.1.4 System SettingsMEMORY SETTINGS ♦Allows user to allocate use of printermemory.INTERNAL MODULE1024 KB(100-16384)Sets the number of 1K blocks a

35System Settings (continued)CONFIGURATION LEVELNote: Reserved for future use – currentprinter configuration does not allow thesevalues to be modifie

36System Settings (continued)SET FACTORY DEFAULTSParameters in this menu listing with the ‘ ’symbol are the designated defaults.SET FACTORYDEFAULTSOv

37System Settings (continued)PAUSE MODEWhen enabled, PAUSE MODE suspendsprinting between each label until thePAUSE key is pressed. ENABLEPrinter re

38 4.1.5 CommunicationsSERIAL PORT ♦Controls serial communications portsettings.BAUD RATEDetermines the serial communication rate. 38400 28800

39Communications (continued)HOST TIMEOUT VALUE ♦10 (1-60)The number of seconds an activecommunications port must be idle beforethe printer

Important Safety Instructions:This printer has been carefully designed to give you many years of safe, reliableperformance. As with all electrical equ

40 4.1.6 DiagnosticsHEX DUMP MODEMode most commonly used to troubleshootcommunications and format relatedproblems. See Section 6.3 for details. ENA

41 Diagnostics (continued)SENSOR READINGSAll Analog Sensor readings displayedTHR TRAN RIBM 24V->255 255 255 255Live sensor values may be v

424.2 Display MessagesThe printer generates and displays four different categories of information (ifnot in the Menu system or Quick Test Mode): Use

43Displayed Message Description Condition(s)The printer is pausedor / offline.The printer is in a pausedcondition.The print job is beingprocessed.Bat

44 4.3 The Quick Test Mode This section explains the functions of the resident Quick Tests, accessible bypressing the key on the F

45 4.3.2 Configuration Label Notes: To print all Configuration Label information, the media cannot be lessthan 2 inches wide (51mm) and the Label Wid

464.3.3 Quick Ribbon Test Label The Quick Ribbon Test Label features a compliant 4” wide, picket-fence barcode that can be used to verify ribbon and

474.3.4 Dot Test Pattern Label The Dot Test Pattern Label tests printhead and can be used to determine thecondition of each thermal element. Pattern

48 4.3.5 Validation LabelThe Validation Label is another useful tool for evaluating print quality. Togenerate a Validation Label: Press the

495.0 IntroductionCorrect hardware adjustments, regular maintenance, and calibrations will ensurecontinued peak printer performance.5.1 Media Sensor

50 Lower the printhead and rotate the Printhead Latch back to the lockedposition. Close the Access Cover. If you are using die-cut media proceed to

515.2 Positioning CalibrationThe Positioning Calibration sets the TOF and calculates the label length of themedia. This process also calibrates the r

52position that can become critical when using reflective or notched stock with asmall TOF mark. Three required readings are: Empty: No media in the

53 Step Operator Action Displayed Message Comment 6 Press the key. Usethe key to scrollto ‘Sensor Calibration’.

54 Step Operator Action Displayed Message Comment Proceed according to mediatype: Die-cut stock: removeapproximately six inchesof label material

55 Step Operator Action Displayed Message Comment 10 Place the label (andbacking) under the SensorEye Mark. Press any key to continue. Ca

56 Calibration Problems: When problems occur during calibration, one of thefollowing messages will be displayed. The ‘Comment’ column addresses themo

575.3.2 Advanced Entry Calibration The second calibration method is the Advanced Entry Calibration. This methodoverrides all previous settings and s

58 Step Operator Action Displayed Message Comment 6 Press the key.Use the key toscroll to ‘SensorCalibration’.

59 Step Operator Action Displayed Message Comment 10 Proceed according to mediatype: Die-cut stock: removeapproximately six inchesof label mate

iPrinter Overview1.0 Introduction...11.1 About this Printer...

60 Step Operator Action Displayed Message Comment 11 Using the Gain Numberdata collected from Steps 9and 10, subtract each LabelValue from the T

61 Step Operator Action Displayed Message Comment 13 Using the ‘Gain Number’set in Step 12, complete thefollowing steps: Place the label under

625.4 Printhead Adjustments To ensure even and consistent print quality across a wide range of media types,widths and thickness, the printhead is eq

635.4.2 Burn Line AdjustmentThe row of heat elements running the length of the thermal printhead is referredto as the Burn Line. At the factory, the

64 Turn each Adjustment Screws clockwise about ¼ a turn (or 1/8 a turn forfiner adjustments). Print another Validation Label and examine the printqu

65 5.5 Printhead ReplacementLocating pins in the printhead assembly eliminate the need for an alignmentfollowing the installation of a new printhead.

665.6 Cleaning Schedule A clean printer operates efficiently. The following list of cleaning items andtable below provides the recommended schedule a

675.6.1 Cleaning the PrintheadIf print quality begins to decline, indicated by symptoms including non-compliant bar codes, print dropouts, streaking

685.6.2 Cleaning the Platen RollerA platen roller contaminated with grit, label adhesive, or ink can cause a declinein print quality and, in extreme

695.6.3 Interior and Exterior SurfacesCleaning Interior Surfaces: During normal operation, dust particles can build-up inside the printer and find th

ii4.1 The Menu System...304.1.1 Media Settings...

70 Downloading: Using the DOS copy command (where ‘filename’ is theprogram to download, e.g., 4206pa10_102.zs), enter the following:copy filename lp

71Download Error Messages:Displayed Message Descriptions / Causes / SolutionsThe printer detected an error in the download. Thepossible causes includ

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736.0 Introduction If a problem arises with the printer, the information in this section will help youresolve it. Use this as a starting point in t

74 If experiencing this problem… Try this solution…Intellifont will not print: Intellifont format is Little/Big Endianspecific. The printer uses B

75 If experiencing this problem… Try this solution… No power (all indicator lightsare ‘Off”): • Verify that the AC power cord has beenmade at both

76 If experiencing this problem… Try this solution… Nothing happens when tryingto print using a softwareprogram: • Ensure that the printer is at R

776.2 Error and Warning MessagesWhen the printer detects a (potential) problem, a message is displayed and anError indicator (see Section 4.0.4) will

78Error Messages (continued):Displayed Message Description Possible Solution(s)The printer cannotdetect media.1) Reload media.2) Ensure that the labe

79Error Messages (continued):Displayed Message Description Possible Solution(s)The ribbon sensordetects no or onlysporadic ribbonsupply hubmovement;

iiiTroubleshooting6.0 Introduction...736.1 General Troubleshooting ...

80Error Messages (continued):Displayed Message Description Possible Solution(s)The printer couldnot find the TOFmark within themaximum labellength se

81Warning Messages:Displayed Message Description ActionThe printer hasdetected burned-out printheadelements.Replace the printhead whenprint quality d

82Warning Messages (continued):Displayed Message Description ActionA high printheadtemperature hasbeen detected.Allow printhead to cool.The previousw

836.3 Hex Dump ModeThe hex dump mode is a useful tool for diagnosing problems, includingcommunication and DPL syntax errors, allowing a comparison o

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857.0 Printer SpecificationsBar Codes(See the Programmer’s Manual for details. See Appendix B for visual samples.)Code 39, Interleaved 2 of 5, Code 1

86Environmental RequirementsOperating Temperature:32° F – 100° F (0° C to 38° C)Storage Temperature:0° F −140° F (-17° C to 60° C)Humidity:10% − 95%

87Media and RibbonMedia Types: Roll-Fed, Die-Cut, Continuous, Fan-Fold. Flat onthe printable side with no more than .0007"(.018mm) protrusions o

88Approved MediaTo achieve optimum print quality and maximum printhead life, we recommendthe use of our media and ribbons. These supplies are specia

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