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Markem Imaje SmartDate X40 User Manual

Markem Imaje SmartDate X40
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SmartDate X40
Instruction manual
Colour User Interface
Safety instructions
Printer overview
User Interface overview
Start / Stop the printer
Select a job
Menu structure
Printhead maintenance
Consumables
Troubleshooting
OEM Interface
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Markem Imaje SmartDate X40 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Print TechnologyThermal Transfer
Resolution300 dpi
User InterfaceTouchscreen
Ink TypeThermal Transfer Ribbon
Supply Voltage100-240 V AC
ConnectivityEthernet, USB
Operating Temperature5°C to 40°C
Storage Temperature-20°C to 60°C

Summary

Printer Safety Instructions

Liability and User Responsibility

Markem-Imaje shall not be liable for any damage or injury resulting from failure to follow safety instructions.

Handling and Operational Safety

Care should be taken when removing the printer from the host machine, considering its weight.

Health, Hygiene, and Environment

Recommends solvent-resistant gloves, safety goggles, and notes noise levels and operating environment.

Installation Safety Requirements

Ensures availability of power, compressed air, print go signal, and sufficient space for installation.

Installation Procedures

First-time installations are typically done by qualified technicians; experienced users should check first.

Proper Printer Use Guidelines

The printer is designed for thermal transfer printing; any other use is prohibited and at the user's responsibility.

Servicing and Maintenance Safety

Disconnect power before servicing, use correct tools, keep covers on, and disconnect air supply.

Battery Information and Disposal

Contains a non-replaceable lithium battery. Return control board assembly for repair if it fails.

Recycling and Environmental Disposal

Instructions for proper disposal of used batteries and electronic appliances, emphasizing environmental protection.

SmartDate X40 Printer Overview

SDX40 Continuous Printer Model

Detailed illustration and labeling of the SDX40 Continuous Printer components.

SDX40 Intermittent Printer Model

Detailed illustration and labeling of the SDX40 Intermittent Printer components.

SmartDate X40 Controller Options

Controller System Overview

SmartDate X40 consists of a printing device and a control device with operator interface or OEM controller.

User Interface Overview

Standard Controller Interface

Explains the Home screen layout and functions of the buttons on the standard controller.

OEM Controller Interface

Describes the OEM controller screen, which can be displayed on PC or integrated into machine control panels.

Printer Interface Icon Guide

Icon Functionality Explained

Provides a detailed explanation for various icons used in the printer's interface and their functions.

Starting the SmartDate X40 Printer

Initiating Printer Operation

Illustrates the process of starting the printer, showing the 'Ready' and 'Producing' states.

Stopping the SmartDate X40 Printer

Halting Printer Operation

Illustrates the process of stopping the printer, showing the 'Producing' and 'Ready' states.

Selecting Jobs for Printing

Select Job from Local Database

Explains how to select a job from the printer's local database using the interface.

Input Job Name for Local Selection

Details on how to input a job name using the on-screen keyboard for local selection.

Select Job from Remote Database

Describes how to select a job from a remote database, requiring job name input.

Confirm Job Selection from Remote

Illustrates the confirmation screen after selecting a job from a remote database.

SmartDate X40 Menu Navigation

Main Menu Structure Diagram

Visual representation of the printer's menu hierarchy, showing main options and sub-options.

Detailed Menu Hierarchy

Provides an expanded view of the menu structure, including machine settings and diagnostics.

Printhead Maintenance and Cleaning

Printhead Cleaning Procedure

Illustrates the cleaning process for the printhead using cotton swabs and solvent.

Printhead Maintenance Best Practices

Details on regular printhead cleaning intervals, methods, and precautions to prevent damage.

Ribbon Management and Consumables

Changing the Printer Ribbon

Step-by-step guide on how to safely remove and replace the ribbon cassette.

Ribbon Webbing Diagrams

Illustrates correct ribbon threading for both left-hand and right-hand configurations.

Understanding Printer Control Messages

Interpreting Warning and Fault Messages

Explains the difference between Warnings and Faults, providing examples like 'Low Ribbon' and 'Cassette open'.

Troubleshooting Common Printer Issues

Resolving Common Printer Problems

Lists common issues such as 'LOW RIBBON', 'CASSETTE OPEN', 'CALIBRATION FAILED' and their solutions.