USERS MANUAL FOR WEIDMÜLLER PRINTJET

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1 USERS MANUAL FOR WEIDMÜLLER PRINTJET Contents 1. Introduction 2. Contents of supply 3. Safety advice 3.1. Safety instructions 3.2. Precautions A. Using the PrintJet B. Handling ink cartridges C. Positioning the PrintJet D. Print media 4. Setting up 4.1 Configuring the PrintJet driver 4.2 Basic settings in M-Print 5. PrintJet control panel 6. Replacing an ink cartridge 7. Error messages 8. Faults appearance 8.1 Clean/Check print head 8.2 Printing still appears faint despite cleaning 8.3 MultiCards are not drawn in or not fed through the printer 8.4 MultiCards are not ejected correctly 9. USB Problems 10. Technical specification 11. Order data 12. CE 1. Introduction With this manual you receive important information for installation and starting of the PrintJet. They find here information about execute settings in the printer driver and in the M-Software. For further information, Help or actual driver will find on our Homepage: Question and incitations you could send us via in urgent cases you could reach us under our service number +49 (0) Contents of supply Please check your PrintJet if it complete. PrintJet Feed in- and feed out rail Parallel printer cable Power cable Clean Unit Short Installation Guide 2 MulitCards (Typ DEK 5/5) CD-Rom ( Printer Driver, Software, online Manauls) Sources of information Installation Manual This manual contains information on how to set up and begin using the PrintJet. It also include information on configuring the PrintJet and how to install the PrintJet software. Users Manual This manual provides information about operating the PrintJet. It also includes advice on troubleshooting and information regarding customer support. Important: For first install you must have the Weidmüller ink cartridge Article number These Article is not included in the content of supply and must be ordered separate.

2 3. Safety advice 3.1 Important safety instructions Remove all packaging and all items securing the printer during transport. Open the cover of the PrintJet and remove the tapes securing the print head during transport. Read the following instructions carefully prior to using the PrintJet for the first time. In addition, adhere to any warnings and information printed on labels attached to the PrintJet. Do not block or cover any openings in the PrintJet casing. Do not insert any objects into such openings. Make sure that no liquids are allowed to enter the PrintJet. The PrintJet must be connected to a power supply that matches the details printed on the rating label on the PrintJet. Connect the printer only to a properly earthed power socket. It should not be connected to a power socket to which other equipment that is switched on and off at regular intervals is or can be connected, e.g. photocopier, fan. Do not connect the PrintJet to a switched or timer-operated power socket. Do not operate the computer system in the vicinity of potential electromagnetic interference, e.g. loudspeakers or base stations for cordless telephones. Make sure the power supply cable is not damaged or worn. If the PrintJet is connected to the power supply via an extension lead, make sure that the total current rating of all the equipment connected to the extension lead does not exceed the permissible capacity of the extension lead. Furthermore, make sure that the total current rating of all the equipment connected to the power socket does not exceed the permissible capacity of the power socket. Never attempt to repair or service the printer yourself. In the following cases disconnect the PrintJet from the power supply and consult a qualified service engineer: The power supply cable or the plug is damaged or worn; liquid has entered the PrintJet; the PrintJet has been drop ped or the casing has been damaged; the PrintJet no lon ger operates properly or produces erratic results. If the PrintJet is to be connected to a power supply in Germany, it must be ensured that the buildings electrical installation is fitted with an appropriate short-circuit fuse. Other regulations and legislation may apply in other coun tries. If in doubt, please consult a qualified electrician. Attention: Warning signal (BGV A 8 (VBG 125) & DIN 4844) Warning for hand hurting Please do not touch inside Warning for hot surface Please do not touch 3.2 A few precautions Please observe the following points when using the PrintJet, handling ink cartridges or choosing a location for the PrintJet. A. Using the PrintJet Please observe the following points: Do not insert your hand into the PrintJet and do not touch the ink cartridges while the printer is inoperation. Do not move the print head manually as this can damage the PrintJet. Remove the MultiCards from the output rail of the PrintJet immediately after they have been printed. To switch the PrintJet on and off, only use the power switch at the rear of the printer. Before transporting the PrintJet, make sure that the print head is in the transport position (far right) and the ink car tridges are correctly inserted. B Handling ink cartridges Please observe the following points: Unused ink cartridges should be kept in a cool, dry place. Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children. Never allow children to play with ink cartridges and certainly never allow them to drink from them. Handle used ink cartridges carefully as there may still be a little ink around the outlet. If you get ink on your skin, clean this thoroughly with soap and water. If after thorough rinsing you still feel unwell or have problems with your vision, consult a doctor immediately. Do not shake ink cartridges as ink may leak from them. Install ink cartridges immediately after opening the packaging. Leaving an ink cartridge unpacked for a long time may lead to inferior printing quality. Do not use any ink cartridges whose expiry date (printed on the packaging) has already expired. To achieve best printing results, ink cartridges should be used within six months of being installed. Do not attempt to dismantle or refill ink cartridges. This can damage the print head. If you use an ink cartridge that has previously been stored in a cold place, first allow it to warm up to room temperature for at least three hours before inserting it into the PrintJet. Do not touch the green IC chip on the side of cartridge. That could impair normal operation as well as the printing. The IC chip on the cartridge contains a wealth of information specific to the cartridge, e.g. amount of ink remaining, so that the old ink cartridge can be removed and a new one inserted without any problems. However, ink is consumed every time you insert a new ink cartridge because the PrintJet always performs a reliability check. 2

3 If you remove an ink cartridge but wish to use it again later, you should always protect the ink outlet against dust and soiling and store the cartridge in the same surroundings as the PrintJet. Please note that the ink outlet includes a valve so that it is not necessary to cover or block this opening. However, handle the cartridge carefully because otherwise ink can leak out. Never touch the ink outlet or the area around it. Please check in certain lages the wash and grate stability of the marking. This printer is subject to special connection conditions. The mains impedance at the point of connection to the public grid may not exceed ( ) Ohm. In all other cases the connection to the public grid may only be carried out after consulting the electricity supply utility responsible. 4. Main settings 4.1 PrintJet Driver settings With the help of the Start menu (Windows 98, 95, 2000 and NT 4.0) To call up the PrintJet software, open the Start menu and select Settings > Epson Stylus Color 680/685. Windows 98 and 95 users should select their PrintJet and then go to the File menu and select Properties. Windows 2000 users should select their PrintJet and then go to the File menu and select Printer preferences. Windows NT 4.0 users should select their PrintJet and then go to the File menu and select Document standard. Set the following parameters: Select the Main index tab: C. Positioning the PrintJet Please observe the following points: Set up the PrintJet on a flat, stable surface that projects beyond the footprint of the PrintJet on all sides. The PrintJet will not operate properly if tilted or placed on a sloping surface. Leave enough space around the PrintJet output so that the MultiCards can be ejected from the PrintJet. Avoid setting up the PrintJet in a position subjected to severe fluctuations of temperature and humidity. Keep the PrintJet clear of direct sunshine, strong light and excessive heat. Avoid locations subjected to shock and vibration. Avoid locations in which dust can accumulate. Position the PrintJet in such a way that there is clearance for ventilation on all sides of the printer. Position the PrintJet in the vicinity of a power socket so that the plug can be removed easily at any time. Media Type: Plain Paper Colour: black Mode: custom Click on the Advanced button. black custom advanced D. Print media The PrintJet is to be used exclusively for printing Weidmüller MultiCards Photo-1440 DPI Select 1440 dpi and confirm with OK. Select the Paper index tab: 3

4 You see the MultiCard frame with 5 MultiCards. Under Paper format, select User-defined. Enter a Paper Width of 2100 and paper Paper height of With a double click of one Card a window will open. In this window you could choose a MulitCard. Confirm you chose with Ok. Carry out the fine calibration with the DEK 5.5 MultiCard supplied. Select the DEK 5.5 from the menu window, label this with the letter (see example below) and print out the markers Confirm all windows with OK. 4.2 Basic settings in M-Print The Weidmüller MultiCard is made from polyamide. One property of this is to influence the dimensions of the MultiCard by 1% in the case of large fluctuations in the ambient conditions (temperature and humidity). To check the settings, switch off the fusing unit. After checking the dimensions, you can wash the markings off the MultiCard with water and reuse it. Start your M-Print: Start > Programm > M-Print or click to your link M-Print. Go to File > Plot > Settings, there you could see the settings of the zero points, which you can change. These figures represent typical values and must be adapted to suit your MultiCards and your system with the help of the margin and scaling functions in M-Print. Choose the Device Printer EPSON Stylus COLOR 680/685. Click to Accept and close the other window with cancel. Connect the Weidmüller PrintJet with your PC Setting of the zero points If you change the zero points, it is changed for all MultiCards. If you need a configuration for one MultiCard, please use the configuration editor with the help in the M-Print. In the MultiCard frame you see your selected Cards with a double click you could open it. Label this with the letter (see example below) and print out the markers. The MultiCards illustrated below show possible printing results as produced by the PrintJet. A C The marking were print on the Project Field. The marking were print beside the MultiCard. The marking were print at the and of the MultiCard. The marking were print beside the MultiCard. Compare the MultiCard with this illustration. If the type face displaced, you must adjust it to your system. Calculate the difference and change the figures margin. File > Plot > settings B D - + 4

5 A: Measure the deviation and increase the margin setting Vertical. B: Measure the deviation and decrease the margin setting Vertical. C: Measure the deviation and increase the margin setting Horizontal. D: Measure the deviation and decrease the margin setting Horizontal. 5. PrintJet control panel Button 3 Red LED If you get ink on your skin, clean thoroughly with soap and water. If you get ink in your eyes, immediately rinse thoroughly with water. 1. Press the Replace ink cartridge button. 2. The print head travels to the middle automatically. Never move the print head manually. 3. Press the locking clip on the ink cartridge to be replaced and fold back the clip out of the way. 4. Remove the label on which.remove. is printed. 5. Insert the cartridge (with the label on top and the chip facing the input rail) onto the hinges. 6. Carefully press the locking clip down until this clicks into position. 7. Close the cover of the printer. 8. Press the Replace ink cartridge button. Locking clip LED 2 LED1 Button 2 Button 1 Hinges Button 1: Power setting for fusing unit and temperature This button allows you to adjust the power of the fusing unit for various types of marker. The unit is set to 100% power upon switching on, LED indicator shows 100%. Press once to switch the unit to 80% power, LED indicator shows 80%. Press twice to switch the unit to 60% power, LED indicator shows 60%. Press three times to switch off the fusing unit, e.g. for testing the jets or adjusting the print head. Press four times to switch the unit back to 100% power, LED indicator shows 100%. Button 2: Replace ink cartridge Manual control for replacing an ink cartridge. Button 3: Maintenance For manual cleaning of ink cartridges. LED 1: Warning (red LED) There is a fault with the printer. LED 2: Operation (green LED) The PrintJet is ready for operation when the green LED remains on constantly. LED 3: Temperature Shows an overheating from the system The ink feed system has now been activated and this process takes approx. 1-2 minutes. Afterwards, the print head returns to the start position (on the far right) and the green operating LED remains on. Never switch off the printer while the green LED is flashing. Caution Use only Weidmüller ink cartridges. Remove the old ink cartridge only after first obtaining a replacement cartridge and ensuring this is ready for installation. Otherwise, the ink remaining in the jets could dry and clog the jets. Do not refill the ink cartridge. The PrintJet calculates the remaining level of ink in the cartridge with the help of the IC chip on the cartridge itself. If you refill the ink cartridge, the IC chip does not calculate the new level of ink and so the cartridge will be treated like an empty cartridge. Note Once one of the ink cartridges is empty, you cannot continue printing. The empty cartridge must first be replaced before you can continue printing. Ink is consumed not only when printing MultiCards but also when cleaning the print head, when replacing the ink cartridge and during the self-cleaning cycle, which takes place every time you switch on the PrintJet. 6. Replacing an ink cartridge If you change one cartridge you always open both cover of the ink cartridges. The ink cartridges are sealed units. No ink leaks from the cartridge under normal conditions. 5

6 7. Error messages Error message: Paper not inserted properly Indicated by: Red LED remains on constantly and green LED flashes. Remedy: Check whether the MultiCard has been inserted correctly or whether there is an unknown print job still in the printer driver. Open the printer driver and delete the print job. Error message: Paper jam Indicated by: Red LED remains on constantly and green LED flashes. Remedy: Settings in printer driver: Either the PrintJet setting or the paper setting is incorrect. The print setting must be set to 1440 dpi and the paper setting to a width of 2100 and length of 4000 (see brief installation instructions). MultiCard was fed through with out printing: if a forgotten MultiCard is inser ted after the start, wait to the error message "Paper would not insert correctly". Insert a MultiCard now into the Feed-in Rail. Confirm the error message via software or over the maintance button. Importantly: Put never one forget MultiCard during the introduction process after. The MultiCard will transported with no print and produces a error message "paper jam". Switch the PrintJet off and delete all print jobs in Driver. Repeat the print job. Error message: Ink cartridge not recognised Remedy: Remove the self-adhesive label and check whether the ink cartridge has been inserted properly. Re-install the ink cartridge. 8. Fault appearance 8.1 Clean/Check print head If printing appears faint or there are unwanted blank stripes in the labelling, it may be advisable to clean the print head. This ensures that the jets supply the ink properly. Click on PrintJet EPSON Stylus COLOR 680 with the right mouse button and select Properties from the pop-up menu. This calls up a window in which you select Printer settings and then the index tab Utility. Click on Print head cleaning. 8.2 Printing still appears faint despite cleaning Insert a new ink cartridge and carry out the print head cleaning process twice. If the printing still appears faint, you will need to test the jets. First, switch off the fusing unit power and stick a label over the MultiCard. Call up the printer driver: Start > Settings > Printer > Epson Stylus COLOR 680. This calls up a window in which you select Printer settings and then the index tab Utility. Click on print test. The result is acceptable when fewer than two blank stripes are present. Note: Cleaning the print head consumes black ink. Therefore, to avoid wasting ink, clean the print head only when the printing quality deteriorates, i.e. when the printing becomes faint. Do not start the print head cleaning utility while printing is in progress as this can effect the quality of the printing. 8.3 MultiCards are not drawn in or not fed through the printer Check whether the MultiCard has been pushed right in up to the stop and whether the input rail has been attached correctly. 8.4 MultiCards are not ejected correctly Check whether the output rail has been attached correctly. 9. Rectifying USB problems If you have problems when operating your PrintJet via a USB port, please read the information given below. If you terminated the Plug&Play installation of the printer driver before the procedure had finished, it is possible that either the USB PrintJet printer driver or the general PrintJet printer driver was not installed correctly. Follow the steps given below in order to check the installation and, if necessary, reinstall the printer drivers. 1. Switch on the PrintJet. Connect the USB cable to the PrintJet and the computer. 2. Click with the right mouse button on the My Computer icon on your desktop, then click on Properties. 3. Click on the Device Manager index tab. Once the printer drivers have been installed correctly, the EPSON USB PrintJet option appears in the Device Manager menu. If the EPSON USB printer option does not appear in the Device Manager menu, click on the plus sign (+) adjacent to Other devices in order to display all installed devices. If USB printer appears under Other devices, the USB printer driver has not been installed correctly. If the EPSON Stylus COLOR 680 option appears, the EPSON printer driver has not been installed correctly. If neither the USB Printer nor the EPSON Stylus COLOR 680 option appears under Other devices, click on Update, or disconnect the USB cable from the PrintJet and then connect it to the PrintJet again. 6

7 4. Under Other devices, click on USB printer or EPSON Stylus COLOR 680, then click on Remove and confirm this with OK. 5. A window appears; click on OK to close this. To close the System Properties window, again click on OK. 6. Switch off the PrintJet and restart your computer. Reinstall all printer drivers following the instructions in the Setup Manual. The PrintJet does not operate properly with the USB cable. If your PrintJet does not operate properly with the USB cable, try one or several of the following remedies: Use the USB cable recommended. If you are using a USB hub, connect the PrintJet to the first hub or connect the PrintJet directly to the USB interface of the PC. Windows 98 users: Reinstall the USB PrintJet printer driver and the PrintJet software. To do this, first deinstall the EPSON PRINTJET software with the help of the Add/Remove utility in the Windows system. Then deinstall the EPSON USB PrintJet. The next step is to install the software as described in the Setup Manual. If the EPSON USB PrintJet is not included in the Add/Remove Programs list, call up the CD-ROM and double-click on the run file epusbun.exe in the Win9x folder. Follow the instructions given on the screen. 10. Technical Specification PrintJet ink-jet printer Purpose: Printing of MultiCard markers Technology: Ink-jet system Printing quality: 1440 dpi Printer drivers: Win 9x, Win NT, Windows 2000 Print software: M-Print 1.60 (recommended) System requirements: Windows 95/98/NT/2000 Feed: Manual feed Fusing: Thermal fusing Interfaces: Centronics and USB Power supply: 230 V a.c., 16 A or 115 V a.c., 20 A Ambient conditions: Office environment Ambient temperature: C Dimensions: (L x W x H:) 800 x 450 x 200 mm Ink system: Ink cartridges (ca characters, Font: Arial, font size:7) Scope of supply: Power cable, printer drivers, online manual, (CD-ROM), cleaning unit, ink cartridge, centronics cable The avarage print capacity is ca. 400 MultiCards per month. 11. Ordering data PrintJet with M-Print: Replacement ink cartridge: PrintJet 115V: Cleaning unit:

8 For further Informationen, Support or actual drivers you could find it on our Homepage: You could reach us under the Or under the Service-number: +49 (0) Deutschland Weidmüller Interface GmbH & Co. Postfach 3030 D Detmold Tel. (05231) 14-0, Fax ( ) Subject to technical changes Printed in Germany