Datamax ?-class series Manuel utilisateur
Maintenance Manual
Datamax International
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Harlow, Essex CM19 5FE UK
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Copyright Information:
CG Triumvirate is a trademark of Agfa Corporation.
CG Times based upon Times New Roman under license from the Monotype Corporation.
Windows is a registered trademark of the Microsoft Corporation.
All other brand and product names are trademarks, service marks, registered trademarks, or registered
service marks of their respective companies.
Firmware (Software) Agreement:
The enclosed Firmware (Software) resident in the Printer 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 Firmware or the
information contained in the non-volatile or programmable memory. 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).
CAUTION
Lithium Battery: There is a danger of explosion or fire if the battery is incorrectly
replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the
manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
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.
All rights reserved. Printed in the United States of America.
Part Number 88-2311-01 Rev. F
© Copyright 2006 by Datamax Corporation
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Contents
1 Overview
2 Adjustments and Maintenance
3 Troubleshooting
4 Removal and Replacement
5 Printer Assemblies
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Overview
1.0 Introduction........................................................................................1
1.1 About this Printer...............................................................................2
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Overview
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1.0 Introduction
This manual is intended for use by qualified service personnel in the maintenance and repair of M-Class
model printers. It primarily includes technical information relating to the printer’s electrical and
mechanical components. If necessary, refer to the following documents for additional printer information
(available for download at http://www.datamaxcorp.com/):
For operating information, reference the Operator’s Manual, part number 88-2313-01.
For software documentation (Datamax Programming Language), reference the Class Series
Programmer’s Manual, part number 88-2316-01.
Important Information:
The exclamation point inside an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the technician to
the presence of important operating, maintenance or servicing information. Always, as
with all electrical equipment, follow basic safety precautions to avoid personal injury or
printer damage.
Overview
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1.1 About this Printer
The following drawing illustrates the printer’s exterior components and controls. Some items are optional
and may not be present on all models. The printer’s model number can be found on the Serial Tag affixed
to the rear of the unit. Use this model number when referencing specific information within this manual.
Ribbon Supply Hub
Ribbon Take-Up Hub
Media Hanger Guide
Media Hanger
Access Cover
Ribbon
Idler
Printhead Latch
Printhead Assembly
Media
Rewinder
Media
Guide
Media Sensor
Front Panel
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Adjustments and Maintenance
2.0 Introduction...........................................................................................................1
2.1 Maintenance......................................................................................................... 1
2.1.1 Cleaning the Printhead ..............................................................................2
2.1.1.1 Cotton Swab Procedure..............................................................3
2.1.1.2 Cleaning Card Procedure............................................................4
2.1.1.3 Cleaning Film Procedure.............................................................5
2.1.2 Cleaning the Media Sensor........................................................................ 6
2.2 Media Sensor Calibration ..................................................................................... 7
2.2.1 Calibrating Non-Display Models.................................................................7
2.2.1.1 Automatic Calibration.................................................................. 7
2.2.1.2 Manual Calibration...................................................................... 8
2.2.2 Calibrating Display-Equipped Models........................................................9
2.2.2.1 Quick Calibration.........................................................................9
2.2.2.2 Standard Calibration ................................................................. 10
2.2.2.3 Advanced Entry Calibration.......................................................13
2.3 Media Width Adjustment.....................................................................................18
2.4 Printhead Burn Line Adjustment......................................................................... 19
2.5 Printhead Pressure Adjustment.......................................................................... 20
2.6 Ribbon Alignment............................................................................................... 21
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2.7 Darkness Adjustment .........................................................................................23
2.8 Downloading Firmware and Fonts......................................................................24
2.9 Resetting the Printer...........................................................................................25
2.9.1 Non-Display Models................................................................................. 25
2.9.2 Display-Equipped Models........................................................................ 25
2.10 Printhead Voltage Adjustment............................................................................ 26
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