The MDT500 HE is an automatic system designed for the customization of metal tags, specifically "Dog Tag" and "Medical Red Alert Tag" types. It offers both standalone operation, allowing manual data entry via a keyboard, and connectivity to a computer via an RS 232 serial connection. The machine's versatility is enhanced by its support for various protocol standards, enabling integration with existing application packages.
Function Description:
The MDT500 HE performs a sequential cycle to produce tags, which includes loading, embossing, and unloading stages.
- Loading: Tags are ejected from the loader by a sprocket and moved to the loading area, where they are picked up by clamps.
- Embossing: The clamps transport the tag to the printing area, positioning it under the drum. Simultaneously, another tag is extracted. The drum rotates to bring the character to be embossed under the stamp, initiating the embossing cycle.
- Unloading: Once all characters are embossed, the clamps move the tag to the unloading area and drop it into a provided tray, concluding the operating cycle.
The machine's front panel opening immediately stops all processes for safety.
The device features an LCD EDIT menu for standalone tag production, allowing users to create, plan, and perform jobs. This includes functions for:
- TAG: Manual data entry and embossing for the active format.
- PREVIEW TAG: Viewing the tag layout before production, showing field positions and contents.
- FORMATS: Creating, modifying, and removing print formats, defining text field positions, spacing, and character types. Up to 20 formats can be saved, each with up to 26 fields.
- AUTOMATIC JOB PRODUCTION: Launching tag production from a USB flash drive using .csv data files. It supports data from commercial software like Excel, Access, Notepad, or Blade Light.
- SAVE PRINTED CARD: Generating and saving a log file (MDT500_HE.csv) on a USB flash drive, containing information on processed and rejected tags, and errors.
The SETUP menu, intended for specialized technical staff, allows setting and modifying machine parameters to ensure optimal performance. Functions include:
- CONFIGURATION: Setting general machine parameters like measure unit (millimeters or inches), LCD contrast, LCD reverse, hiding protected data, and path optimization.
- SERIAL INTERFACE: Configuring RS 232 serial communication parameters (Baud Rate, Bit per character, N stop bit, Parity) for computer connection.
- MECHANICAL PARAMETERS: Adjusting axes offsets (starting points of axes) for Dog Tag and Medical Red Alert Tag plates, and adjusting punch pressure for standard and OCR characters.
- PROTOCOLS: Selecting communication protocols (CIM, Pound Pound, Xon/Xoff, Multi Protocol, Stored Default, Stored Selected) and defining control characters (Start of Text, End of Text, Field separator, US code opener/closer).
- EMBOSSING WHEEL: Specifying drum configuration and character layout, including options for "single punch correction" to adjust embossing strength.
- TOP TRANSLATION TABLE (TTT): Associating input characters with output characters, useful for converting lowercase to uppercase or specific character codes to ASCII.
- SAVE CONFIGURATION (LOCAL): Storing all parameters and settings in the machine's memory for restoration.
The SERVICE menu, also for specialized technical staff, provides functions for analysis and firmware updates:
- LANGUAGE: Selecting the display language (English, Italiano, Español).
- CARD TEST: Performing embossing tests to check machine functionality.
- OPERATIONAL MODE: Setting operating modes (CONTINUOUS, PAUSE, WITHOUT TAG).
- SYSTEM INFORMATION: Displaying technical details about CPU boards and firmware.
- COUNTER: Viewing total and partial tag production counters, independent of specific jobs.
- TEST: Performing tests on various components.
- SAVE CONFIG IN USB: Saving all parameters and settings to a USB flash drive.
- UPDATE SOFTWARE CPU1/CPU2: Updating firmware and setup files for CPU boards.
- DISABLE COVER: Inhibiting the front panel safety switch (password protected).
- ERRORS CODE: Displaying error codes and descriptions for troubleshooting.
Important Technical Specifications:
- Power Supply: 100-240 Vac 50/60 Hz
- Max Absorbed Current: 1.50 A
- Absorbed Power: 120 W
- Fuse (5x20 mm): T 2A
- Main Controller: Coldfire 32 bit, 66 MHz BGA technology
- PC Interface: RS 232
- Baud Rate: Programmable (110 to 115200 Baud Rate, normally 9600)
- Working Noise: Lower than 73 dB (A)
- Display: Backlit graphic display with 320x180 pixel resolution
- Console: Waterproof membrane keyboard
- Working Temperature: +10°C to +35°C
- Humidity: 20% to 85%
- Storage Temperature: 0°C to +50°C
- Altitude: 1000 m
- Dimensions (Height x Width x Depth): 270 mm x 486 mm x 495 mm
- Weight: 24 Kg (Net), 50 Kg (Gross with wooden package)
- Tag Size: 28x50 mm (Dog Tag), 32x57 mm (Medical Alert Tag)
- Materials and Thicknesses: 0.65-0.75 mm Aluminum, 0.35-0.40 mm Stainless Steel
- Drum Capacity: Up to 60 Characters
- Max Punchable Surface: Embossing up to 3 mm from the clamp; with optional "reverse hole," embossing is possible until the lower border of the tag.
- Loading Hopper Capacity: 130 Tags (Dog Tag), 150 Tags (Medical Alert Tag)
- Productivity: 5 lines x 9 characters, up to 130 tags/hour, depending on the job.
Usage Features:
- Portability: The embosser is designed to be easily carried, weighing 24 kg. It has an adjustable handle for vertical transport and can be placed vertically on 4 rubber feet. For operation, it must be positioned horizontally and released from transport locks.
- Safety Guards: Equipped with special safety guards to prevent contact with internal mechanical and electrical parts. Access for maintenance and repairs is restricted to specialized personnel.
- Technician Mode: Authorized technical staff can temporarily disable safety systems for maintenance, but this mode is reserved for experienced and authorized users due to potential hazards.
- Environmental Requirements: Must be placed in a closed room, protected from dust and excessive humidity, at least 60 cm high, and properly leveled. Maintain at least 0.3 m clearance from walls and other machines for access and air circulation. Avoid heat sources, excessive cooling, water, electromagnetic sources, and smoke.
- Power On and Check: Upon startup, the machine performs a reset and self-test, displaying the CIM logo and loading functions. It then enters "ON" status, requiring a key press to reach "READY" status for production.
- Error Handling: Displays error codes and messages in case of faults, with options to repeat the tag or continue production.
Maintenance Features:
- Preventive Maintenance (Operator):
- Weekly: Clean inside the machine, removing dust and metal residues with a brush. Clean the gummed roller with a wet or damp cloth. Do not use abrasive substances or alcohol.
- Weekly: Remove and clean external grids of extractor fans. If washed with water, filters must be completely dry before reinstallation to prevent short circuits.
- Monthly or Every 1,500 Tags: Lubricate the rails of the X and Y axis clamps with liquid synthetic oil (60-68 mm²/sec at 40°C) after cleaning. Check for smooth sliding.
- Preventive Maintenance (Specialized Technical Staff):
- Every 6 Months: Greasing of internal mechanical parts.
- Every Year: Complete preventive maintenance, including tests of moving mechanical parts (belts, springs, bearings, bushings, characters), and inspection of electrical supplies and setup parameters.
- Safety Check: Before each work shift, verify that interlock switches on panels function correctly by opening the front cover and ensuring the machine signals "cover open or pin in its seat."
- Troubleshooting: A dedicated chapter provides error messages and problem-solving guidance.
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