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User Manual
A1 Thermal Inkjet Printer
Version 1.0, April 12, 2023
Copyright 2023 ANSER Coding Inc. The information contained herein is subject to
change without notice. Reproduction, adaptation or translation without prior
written permission is prohibited, except as allowed under the copyright laws.

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers

Summary

A1 User Interface

Getting Started with A1 User Interface

Introduction to basic A1 interface navigation and features.

A1 Wizard Setup

Initial configuration steps and account setup for the A1 printer.

Create a Production Line

Steps to create a new production line for the printer.

Production Line Settings

Configuring name, encoder speed, and other settings for a production line.

Assign Print Message

Assigning a print message to a production line via creation or selection.

Getting to Know the Homepage

Overview of the A1 printer's main operational screen and its elements.

Getting to Know the Message Editor

Understanding the tools and interface for creating and editing print messages.

Adding Message Objects

Adding various types of objects like text, date/time, and barcodes to messages.

Add Object: Text

Creating and editing text objects within a print message.

Adjust Size and Position

Modifying the size and placement of objects within the message editor.

Font and Language Supported

Information on available fonts and system languages for the printer.

Add Object: Date;Time

Adding dynamic date and time information to messages.

Add Object: Barcode

Creating and configuring barcode objects for messages.

Add Object: Variables

Incorporating variable data into messages for dynamic content.

Add Object: Counter, Image, Shape, and Shift

Adding and configuring counter, image, shape, and shift objects.

Message Related Settings

Configuring message properties like name, printouts, delay, and direction.

Printing a Message

Step-by-step process for selecting and printing a message.

Getting to Know the Device Configuration Page

Navigating device settings for production lines, printheads, and external devices.

Production Line & Print Station Page

Overview and management of production lines and print stations.

Print Station Settings

Detailed settings for print stations in single or stitch modes.

Single Print Station Mode

Configuration options for a single print station.

Print Station Delay

Setting the delay between sensor trigger and message printing.

Stitch Print Station Mode

Configuration options for print stations using multiple printheads.

Printhead Settings

Configuration of printhead specific parameters like pre-purge and idle alert.

External Devices

Managing connections for external devices like Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB, and RS-232.

Wi-Fi

Connecting the printer to a Wi-Fi network using a dongle.

Ethernet

Configuring Ethernet port settings for network connectivity.

USB

Settings for USB devices, especially barcode scanners via virtual COM.

RS-232

Configuring the RS-232 serial port for device communication.

Scan Selector

Selecting scan modes like Scan & Print or Scan & Select.

Scan & Print

Managing serial data input and splitting for message creation.

Scan & Select

Setting up rules to print messages based on scanned barcode data.

Getting to Know the Settings Page

Accessing and adjusting system-wide settings like language, display, and protocols.

System Settings

Adjusting system-wide parameters like language, brightness, and screen settings.

Template Management

Creating and managing message templates for objects.

File Management

Importing and exporting files like messages, fonts, and logos.

Account; User Management

Managing user accounts, access levels, and permissions.

Report

Viewing operational logs and exporting reports.

About Printer

Accessing detailed information about the printer's hardware and software versions.

A1 Printing Setup

Production Line Setup

Configuration of production lines, including speed and encoder settings.

Print Station Setup

Setting up print stations, including mode, direction, and delay.

Printhead Settings

Configuring printhead specific settings like pre-purge and cartridge alerts.

Pre-Purge

Settings to enable pre-purge for nozzle maintenance in dry environments.

Cartridge Idle Alert

Alerts for cartridge idle time to monitor ink usage.

Stitching Alignment

Fine-tuning printhead alignment for stitch mode messages.

Quick Edit

Adjusting printing settings while the printer is in operation.

General

General quick edit settings like station delay and print direction.

Counter

Counter settings for message and object counters.

Variable Input

Updating variable objects for dynamic message content.

Database

Selecting rows from imported CSV files for printing.

Repeat Print

Configuring repeated printing based on encoder motion.

Stitch

Referencing stitch alignment settings.

A1 Operation

Usage of the Variable Object

Utilizing variable objects for dynamic content in messages.

Internal Variable Table

Defining and managing internal variables for message content.

Excel Files or Database

Using external CSV files or databases as sources for variable data.

Data Update Using Communication Protocol (0 xCA)

Updating internal variables via communication protocol.

Data Stream Using Communication Protocol (0 xCF)

Handling data streams using communication protocol for FIFO buffer.

Data from USB

Importing data from USB devices for variable usage.

Format Preferences

Customizing input formats, especially for date and time fields.

Customized Month

Customizing month names for date and time objects.

Export and Import Data

Managing printer data by exporting and importing settings and files.

About Printer

Exporting/importing data via the About Printer section.

File Management

Importing and exporting files like messages, fonts, and logos.

File and System Backup

Backing up and restoring the printer's system information.

I;O Management

Configuring input/output signals and actions for automation.

I;O Assign

Assigning events and actions to I/O signals.

I;O Edit

Editing I/O events, conditions, and actions.

Advanced Action Settings

Setting advanced behaviors for digital output signals like level and pulse.

Troubleshooting

Fault Messages and Warnings

Understanding and resolving common error messages and warnings.

Ink Cartridge Fault

Diagnosing and resolving issues related to ink cartridge detection and compatibility.

Status Definition

Interpreting device status icons, UI displays, and warning lights.

UI Icon Status

Understanding the meaning of various status icons on the user interface.

UI and Warning Light

Interpreting UI display and warning light indicators for printer status.

Printer LED Status

Understanding the meaning of different LED indicator states on the printer.

Appendix

Printer Maintenance

Procedures for maintaining the printer, including powering on/off.

Printer Firmware Upgrade

Steps to upgrade the printer's software via USB.

Anser A1 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAnser
ModelA1
CategoryPrinter
LanguageEnglish

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