Datamax Allegro 2 Manuel utilisateur

Allegro2

Operator’s Manual

HP PCB-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.

Allegro2, 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: 88-2183-01

Revision: A3

Agency Compliance and Approvals:

UL: UL1950 Information Technology Equipment

CSA: C22.2 No. 950-M93

TUV: EN60950, IEC950

VDE: Class B Vfg. 243/1991

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 ................................1

1.2 Tear-off Assembly Installation.......................... 4

1.3 Using the Printer Control Panel.........................5

1.4 Media Installation.............................................8

1.4.1 Label Loading Instructions..................9

1.4.2 Ribbon Loading Instructions ..............10

1.5 Using the Printer Options...................................11

1.6.1 Available Modules ..............................11

1.6.2 Options ...............................................12

♦Setting up the Printer

2.0 Checking Voltage Selection..............................15

2.1 Power Up Self-Test ..........................................15

2.2 Interfacing to the Printer...................................17

2.3 Sample Installations..........................................18

2.4 Switch Settings.................................................20

2.5 Programming Commands.................................23

2.6 Programming Examples....................................28

♦Creating Labels Using Internal Batch Software

3.0 Introduction .....................................................31

3.1 The Printer used with a LINK CRT...................32

3.2 Formatting and Printing Labels.........................35

3.3 Create/Modify Label Screen .............................40

3.4 Print Label Screen ...........................................53

3.5 System Maintenance Screen .............................55

3.6 Quick Reference Listing ..................................57

(Continued)

♦Troubleshooting

4.0 Introduction .....................................................59

4.1 Controlling print quality ...................................60

4.2 Aligning the Printhead......................................61

4.2.1 Printhead Alignment Procedure .........63

4.2.2 Adjusting Printhead Pressure/Support 65

4.3 Troubleshooting.................................................66

♦Maintenance

5.0 Introduction .....................................................69

5.1 Cleaning Schedule............................................70

5.2 Cleaning the Printhead......................................70

♦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

Allegro2 1

♦Getting Started

1.0 Introduction

The Allegro2Label Printer, hereafter referred to as the "Printer",

incorporates high-performance/low cost direct thermal and optional

thermal transfer label printing capabilities. The combination of

powerful capabilities, easy-to-use features, a contemporary look and

affordable pricing set a new standard for direct-thermal and

thermal-transfer label printers in retail, office and industrial

applications.

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.

Remove the contents from the box. The Printer is enclosed in a

plastic bag to reduce the chance of moisture damage during

shipment, remove the plastic bag before use.

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

following items:

•Label Printer

•Front Tear Bar Assembly

•Special or additional items purchased.

Getting Started

2Allegro2

Location of Parts on Your Printer

The following illustrations show the major components of your

Printer. Figure 1-2 is a detailed view of the print mechanism from

the side. Figure 1-3 is a back view of the Printer. Figure 1-5 is a

view of Printer’s switches and indicators.

In this manual we will refer to the components and connectors

depicted in these illustrations. If you are not installing the optional

Cutter or Front Rewind, then you should proceed to install the Front

Tear Bar Assembly at this time (see Figure 1.4).

Figure 1-2 Mechanism Detail

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