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LOGIJET T4
LOGIJET T6
LOGIJET T4 RFID
LOGIJET T6 RFID
Operator’s Manual
Edition 1.3L

Table of Contents

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Summary

Introduction

General Description

Overview of LOGIJET T4/T6 printers, features, resolution, and speed.

Information on RFID Technology

Details on the integrated RF Write/Read module for RFID label processing.

Fundamentals of Thermal Printing

Explanation of thermal transfer and thermal direct printing technologies.

Conventions

Symbols and conventions used in the manual for clarity and ease of understanding.

CE - Conformity

Declaration of compliance with EU guidelines for information technology devices.

General Safety Regulations

Essential safety guidelines for operating the printer and avoiding interference.

Installation

Printer Unpacking

Step-by-step instructions for safely unpacking the printer from its shipping box.

Check List

Procedures for verifying all printer components and accessories are included and undamaged.

Printer Installation

Guidelines for selecting a suitable location and environmental conditions for printer setup.

Printer Components

Identification and description of the main printer parts and their functions.

Media and Ribbon Requirements

Basic Operation Sequences

Overview

A flowchart illustrating the general sequence of operations for printer setup and use.

Handling of Consumables

Winding Diagram

Illustration showing material and ribbon winding directions within the printer.

Roll-Fed Media Handling

Instructions for loading and managing roll-fed media for tear-off or external processing.

Handling of Ribbon (Foil)

Procedures for loading, tension adjustment, and removal of thermal transfer ribbons.

Printhead Pressure Adjusting

Guidance on adjusting printhead pressure for optimal print quality and preventing wear.

Control Panel

Attaching the Printer to a Computer

Steps for connecting the printer to a computer or network using appropriate interface lines.

Turning on the Printer

Instructions for powering up the printer, including safety precautions and initial status.

Control Panel View

Diagram identifying the key elements of the printer's control panel, including LEDs, display, and keys.

Function of the Control Panel Elements

Detailed explanation of the display and control panel keys' functions and designations.

Configuration via the Control Panel

How to change printer settings using the control panel and the implications of temporary/permanent changes.

Menu Structure

Overview of the printer's menu hierarchy and navigation access via the control panel.

Syntax of Diagrams

Explanation of diagrammatic conventions used to describe control panel functions and key sequences.

Panel Functions

Print Process Selecting

Function to select between thermal direct and thermal transfer printing modes.

Media Setting (Material; Label or Continuous)

Adjusting printer settings for different material types like labels or continuous media.

Page Length Adjustment

How to set the correct page length for the installed media, including manual measurement.

Starting the (Printerís) Measurement of Label Length

Procedure to initiate the printer's automatic measurement of label length.

Configuration of Semiautomatic Label Length Measurement

Enabling/disabling automatic label length measurement upon printer power-on or printhead closure.

Material Width Adjustment (Paper Width)

Setting the printer's format width to match the actual paper width for optimal printing.

Configuration of Text Margins

Adjusting the left and right text margins, expressed in dots, for print layout.

Printing the Status Sheet

Generating a status sheet containing printer configuration and available fonts.

Printing the Font List

Listing all installed fonts, including demo prints and PCL selection commands.

Hexdump-Mode Activation

Activating Hexdump mode for raw interface data analysis and error diagnosis.

Normal Print Mode Activation (incl. FORM FEED)

Resuming normal printing or performing a form feed after Hexdump mode.

Clearing the Input Buffer (Cancel Job)

Function to clear the input buffer and resume print jobs after interruptions.

Printing the Menu Page

Printing a survey of all available panel functions and menu structure.

Generating Test Prints (Sliding Pattern)

Creating test prints without sending data for error analysis.

Data Interface Configuration

Setting interface parameters like timeout for data transfer between printer and host.

Emulation Selection

Changing the active emulation mode (e.g., HP PCL 5) for printer compatibility.

Display Language Selection

Setting the language for display messages, status sheets, and font lists.

Transparent Code Adjustment

Configuring a transparent code to initiate IDOL commands via printable characters.

Selection of Memory Distribution (Input Buffer)

Allocating RAM between input buffer and macro/download memory.

Setting to Factory Default

Resetting all printer configurations to their original factory default settings.

Font Selection

Selecting the active font from the list of available fonts installed on the printer.

Text Orientation Selection

Setting the text orientation for printing, e.g., portrait or landscape.

Symbol Code Selection

Selecting the active symbol code for character representation during printing.

Print Speed Adjustment

Adjusting the print speed (2-6 inch/s) to optimize contrast and adapt to materials.

Contrast (Density) Setting

Adjusting print density (contrast) of characters, ranging from 10% to 120%.

Image Shifting to the X-Direction

Shifting the print image horizontally (crosswise to print direction) by adjusting X-position.

Image Shifting to the Y-Direction

Shifting the print image vertically (along the print direction) by adjusting Y-position.

Selecting the Light Sensor Type

Choosing between Gap Sensor (punched labels) and Reflex Sensor (marked materials).

Automatic Sync Sensor Adjust

Adjusting the printer's Sync Sensor to the material in use for accurate detection.

Manual Sync Sensor Adjust

Manually adjusting Sync sensor level for materials with high contrast proof points.

Peripheral Device Activation (Tear Off Edge, Cutter)

Adjusting printer configuration after installing or deinstalling peripheral devices.

Selecting the Tear Off Mode (Option: Cutting Mode)

Adjusting material transport for tear-off or cutting modes for label processing.

Selecting the Print Mode

Defining label output and print behavior, including Real 1:1 and Normal 1:1 modes.

Adjusting the Tear Off Position (Option: Cutting Position)

Fine-tuning the tear-off position offset for accurate label separation.

Configuration of Network Parameters (IP Address, e.g.)

Setting network parameters like IP address for connecting the printer to a network.

Using the RFID Functions

Integrated RF Write;Read module

Description of the integrated module for programming and reading RFID tags.

RFID Panel Functions

Overview of panel functions related to RFID operations.

Selecting the RFID Mode

Enabling or disabling the RFID mode for label processing.

Selecting the Communication Protocol

Choosing the communication protocol for RF Write/Read module and transponder.

Adjusting the Transponder Position (Tag Position)

Setting the transponder position for optimal RFID read/write performance.

Adjusting the Number of RFID Access (Timeout)

Setting the maximum number of allowed unsuccessful RFID accesses before a label is deemed defective.

Adjusting the Transmission Speed (Bit Rate)

Configuring the data transfer speed between the RF module and the transponder.

Reading the Label Identification Number automatically

Enabling automatic reading of RFID label IDs during printing and sending them to the host.

Data Interface Status Out

How the printer sends RFID data and status information to the host via data and status channels.

IDOL Commands for RFID

Explanation of IDOL commands for interacting with RFID tags.

Syntax of RFID Data (Status Messages)

Format and structure of RFID data and status messages sent by the printer.

RFID Errors

Information on common RFID errors and their explanations or remedies.

Operator Maintenance

Printer Cleaning

General guidelines and safety precautions for performing printer cleaning operations.

Printhead Exchange

Procedures and precautions for exchanging the printer's printhead, performed by trained operators.

Adjusting the Right Pressure Value

Adjusting printhead pressure to compensate for media variations and ensure optimal transfer.

Troubleshooting

Printer Error Messages

List of common printer error messages displayed on the control panel and their remedies.

Reduced Print Quality

Troubleshooting steps for common print quality issues like printouts being too light or too strong.

Incorrect Media Transport

Diagnosing and resolving issues related to incorrect media feeding or paper jams.

Rewinder, Dispenser and Cutter Error Messages

Error messages and remedies for optional printer peripherals like rewinders, dispensers, and cutters.

Print Repetition after an Error

Explanation of the automatic jam safety function that repeats pages after an error.

Measures for Transport and Shipping (Repacking)

Specifications

Consumables

Definition of consumables and factors affecting their utilization time, like print density.

Application specific wearing materials

Parts requiring exchange by service personnel based on usage criteria.

Spare parts

Information on spare parts that are exchanged by service engineers when they fail.

Appendix

Configuration of the Status Channel

How to configure the status channel for receiving printer status and job information.

Survey of Print Job Status Messages

List and explanation of status messages related to print job processing.

Survey of Printer Status Messages

List and explanation of various printer status messages indicating operational states or errors.

Microplex LOGIJET T4 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMicroplex
ModelLOGIJET T4
CategoryLabel Maker
LanguageEnglish

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