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Dover markem-image SmartDate X65 - User Manual

Dover markem-image SmartDate X65
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Dover markem-image SmartDate X65 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Print TechnologyThermal Transfer
Resolution300 dpi
Power Requirements100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
ConnectivityEthernet, USB
Operating Temperature5°C to 40°C
Supported SubstratesFlexible packaging, labels
Ribbon Width20 mm to 55 mm

Summary

General

Introduction

Explains how to safely operate the SmartDate X65 printer and where to find related documentation.

Copyright Notice

Details copyright information, reproduction restrictions, and disclaimers for the manual.

Contact

Provides contact information for Markem-Imaje support and authorized distributors.

Related Documentation

Lists related documents for the SmartDate X65, including safety and technical guides.

Serial Number Information

Explains where to locate serial numbers for the controller, printer, and cassette.

Description

Overview

Introduces the SmartDate X65 Thermal Transfer Overprinter (TTO) and its capabilities.

Model Options

Describes the two available printer types: SmartDate X65c (Combined) and X65s (Shuttled).

Main Components

Details the primary components: Printer body, Controller, and Ribbon cassette.

Optional Components

Lists common optional components like Encoder, IP45 Kit, and Beacon Tower.

Printing Styles

Explains the Intermittent and Continuous printing modes and their specifications.

Installation

Controller and Printer Connection

Details the connection panels and ports on the controller and printer.

Cables

Illustrates and describes various cables for power, signals, and communication.

Connecting the Controller

Guides on connecting cables to the controller, including power and signal cables.

Connecting the Printer

Details connecting power, encoder, and air supply to the printer.

Powering the system

Instructions on how to turn on and start the printer system.

Interface

Profiles

Explains the user profile system (Administrator, Supervisor, Operator) and access levels.

The ‘Home’ Screen

Describes the main screen layout, its panels, and navigation elements.

Printer Status

Explains printer status indicators and the meaning of screen background colors.

Language Settings

Guides on how to change the user interface language.

Date Settings

Instructions for adjusting the printer's internal date settings.

Time Settings

Instructions for adjusting the printer's internal time settings.

Power saving

Explains how to enable and disable power saving mode to reduce power consumption.

Screen Types

Explains navigation through menus, settings, and other screens.

Drop-Down List

Describes how to select options from a drop-down list for settings.

Numeric Keypad

Explains how to input numeric values using the numeric keypad.

Alphanumeric Keypad

Explains how to input text using the alphanumeric keypad.

Diagnostics and Reports

How to view printer status and diagnostic information.

Faults

Explains fault screens, their causes, and how to access detailed information.

Warnings

Explains warning screens, their causes, and how to clear them.

Other Screens

Describes occasional screens that provide advice or confirm actions.

Dead Dot Display

Explains the feature showing failed printhead elements in the preview.

Data Management

Overview

Introduces file management via USB memory stick for jobs and settings.

Transfer from USB

Guides on transferring job files from a USB memory stick to the controller.

Transfer to USB

Guides on transferring job files from the controller to a USB memory stick.

Delete

Instructions for deleting job files from the printer's local memory.

Job Selection

Default Job

Explains using the default job for basic text layouts with fixed text.

Database

Explains storing and selecting jobs from the local controller database or USB.

Job Set-up

Covers screens for entering specific job data, including prompted fields.

Prompted Date Entry

Explains entering fixed offset dates for jobs that update automatically.

Master-Slave

Describes synchronizing job selection on slave printers with a master SmartDate.

Printer Configuration

User Profiles

Explains the three preconfigured user profiles (Operator, Supervisor, Administrator).

Changing a Password

Guides on how to change user profile passwords.

Editing an Existing User Profile

Instructions on how to modify existing user profile settings and permissions.

Creating a User Profile

Steps to create new user profiles, including setting passwords and configurations.

Cloning an Existing Operator or Supervisor Profile

Instructions on how to copy an existing user profile.

Deleting a Profile

Steps to remove user profiles from the system.

Consumables

Displays information on ink ribbon status and printhead health.

Information Panel

How to configure the data displayed in the information panel.

Printer Type

Guides on selecting the appropriate printer type for specific applications.

Printing Modes

Explains available print modes to improve performance or reduce ribbon use.

High Speed

Allows increased printing speeds at reduced resolution for faster throughput.

Digital Ribbon Save (DRS)

Reduces ribbon usage by slowing the ink ribbon, potentially affecting print quality.

Ribbon Save Modes

Explains modes to reduce ink ribbon use and improve printer performance.

Radial Mode 1

Details how printing starts from home position and indexes ribbon forward.

Radial Mode 2

Details how printing starts from home and continues from the last position.

Radial-Interlaced

Combines radial and interlaced modes to further reduce ribbon usage.

Whitespace

Reduces ribbon usage where there is a large gap within a single print.

Radial-Whitespace

Combines whitespace and radial ribbon save modes for optimized ribbon use.

Step Advance

Maximizes ribbon usage by utilizing multiple unused areas within an image.

Relative Motion Printing

Allows finishing interrupted prints in continuous mode by moving the printhead.

Low Speed Print Mode

Completes or reprints if substrate speed falls below the set minimum printing speed.

MI Sigma Monitoring

Collects data on reasons for non-productive time and generates faults.

Settings

Provides access to printer and controller settings screens for configuration.

Print Quality

Settings for adjusting print quality parameters like darkness and boost.

Print Features

Configures various print-related features like substrate speed and ribbon save.

Print Position

Adjusts print placement, orientation, and registration on the substrate.

Display

Settings related to screen display, print preview, and power saving.

Controller

Settings related to controller warnings and machine setup.

Machine

Machine-specific settings like image adjust, job queuing, and print speed.

Interface

Settings for date and time formats displayed on the home screen.

Ribbon

Settings for ribbon setup, including advance distance and monitoring.

Network Connectivity

Settings for network connections like NGPCL, Serial, Master/Slave, and Ethernet.

Line

Settings related to print trigger, encoder, and speed profile.

Menu Tree

Visual representation of the printer's menu structure and navigation.

Operation

Starting the printer

Steps to initiate the printer's operation after initial setup.

Printer Status

Explains the meaning of LED indicators above the cassette handle for printer status.

Removing the Ribbon Cassette

Step-by-step instructions to safely remove the ribbon cassette.

Loading a New Ribbon

Guides on loading a new ink ribbon into the cassette, for combined and shuttled types.

Shuttled Cassette

Specific instructions for loading ribbon into a shuttled cassette.

Inserting the Ribbon Cassette

Steps to correctly insert the loaded ribbon cassette into the printer.

Removing the Waste Ribbon

Instructions for removing the used ribbon from the take-up spool.

Reconnecting a Broken Ribbon

Steps to fix a broken ribbon, emphasizing not to tie knots.

Adjusting the Print

How to fine-tune print settings like registration, offset, and darkness.

Dead Dot Detection

Explains using offset to avoid failed printhead elements in the preview.

Test Print

How to produce a test print to verify adjustments and job settings.

Cleaning the Printhead

Instructions for cleaning the printhead and peel roller.

Editing Jobs at the User Interface

How to perform basic editing of the currently selected job.

Jobs in the Database

How to edit jobs stored in the SmartDate's local database.

Information

Information Screens

Overview of screens providing details on printer performance.

System

Displays system information including firmware, hardware details, and serial numbers.

Counts

Shows batch counts for the current job and total counts since first use.

Statistics

Accesses statistics menu options for consumables, printer, and production.

Printer

Displays statistical information about printer hardware usage.

Production

Displays statistical information about production rates.

Availability

Shows statistical information on printer uptime and downtime.

PackML State Times

Displays statistical information about time spent in each PackML state.

Printhead

Provides information about the printhead and its usage.

Printhead Life Expectancy

Displays usage information about the printer's printhead lifespan.

Printhead Usage

Displays usage information about the current printhead.

Dot Check History

Displays information about failed printing elements on the printhead.

Firmware History

Displays information about firmware versions the current printhead has been used with.

MI Sigma

Displays efficiency info on causes of printer downtime due to faults.

Troubleshooting

Controller Issues

Lists common controller problems, their possible causes, and corrective actions.

Printer Issues

Lists common printer problems, their possible causes, and corrective actions.

Print quality

Addresses print quality problems like cropped, truncated, or light prints.

Fault and Warning Messages

Lists fault and warning messages with potential causes and remedial actions.

Maintenance

Cleaning and Care

General guidance for maintaining optimal printer performance and component life.

Maintenance Scheme

Recommends inspection frequencies and tasks for printer upkeep.

Care of the Printhead

Tips for maximizing printhead lifespan by using minimum air pressure and darkness.

Replacing the Printhead

General steps for replacing the printhead, including removal and installation.

Technical specifications

Machine Specification

Details the general specifications of the SmartDate X65, including resolution and power.

SmartDate X65 c - Intermittent Mode

Specifications for the SmartDate X65c printer in intermittent mode.

SmartDate X65 c - Continuous Mode

Specifications for the SmartDate X65c printer in continuous mode.

SmartDate X65 s

Specifications for the SmartDate X65s printer.

SmartDate X65 c128 - Intermittent Mode

Specifications for the SmartDate X65c128 printer in intermittent mode.

SmartDate X65 c128 - Continuous Mode

Specifications for the SmartDate X65c128 printer in continuous mode.

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