How to troubleshoot communication failures on Printronix T6000 Printer?
For communications failures with your Printronix printer, try the following: 1. Check the interface cable. 2. Check the configuration to ensure the correct interface is enabled. 3. Verify the printer is receiving data by watching for 'Receiving Data' messages in the ONLINE screen of the control panel.
Why print is light on the left or right side of the label from Printronix T6000?
If the print is light on the left or right side of the label when using your Printronix printer, check if the pressure blocks are set for the width of the media being used. Set each block near the edge of the media.
What to do if Printronix Printer LCD shows ONLINE but nothing prints and “Invalid Data” displays?
If the LCD shows ONLINE and the Printronix printer appears to be working, but nothing prints and “Invalid Data” displays in the message area: 1. If the emulation and SFCC are correct, additional diagnostic information can be obtained by selecting the desired option under the "xxx Diagnostics" menu, found in the Application > Control section. 2. After selecting the desired option, run the job again to obtain the additional diagnostic information.
Why when narrow media is installed, the media moves but no image prints on Printronix T6000 Printer?
If, when narrow media is installed, the media moves but no image prints on your Printronix printer, verify the Media > Image > Label Width value agrees with the width of the installed media. Too large a value will start the image too far to the right and off the media.
What to do if Printronix Printer LCD shows ONLINE but nothing is printing?
If the LCD shows ONLINE and the Printronix printer appears to be working, but nothing is printing, here are some things to check: 1. Ensure the Active IGP Emulation matches the emulation data sent to the printer. 2. Verify the SFCC selections in the APPLICATION section of the menu match the SFCC utilized within the emulation data. 3. Confirm the labels are the correct type (direct or thermal transfer). 4. If using direct thermal media, ensure it's loaded with the direct thermal side facing up. 5. Check the transfer ribbon is correctly routed with the ink side down under the printhead. 6. Ensure the printhead assembly is properly closed with the latch fully engaged. 7. Verify ribbon and media compatibility, as incompatibility can cause light printing. 8. Check used ribbon sections ...
How to fix smears or voids in printed image on Printronix T6000?
If your Printronix printer produces smears or voids in the printed image, consider the following: 1. Clean the printhead. 2. Ensure the printhead temperature (Print Intensity) is not too high by adjusting the Print Intensity value in the Media > Image section. 3. Verify that the printhead pressure blocks are correctly positioned to match the media width. 4. Make sure the printhead pressure dial is properly set for the media thickness. 5. Wipe the label stock with a cloth to remove skin oils that can inhibit thermal transfer, or remove a few feet of labels to expose a clean area. Handle labels by the edges. 6. Ensure the media has not been mishandled before or during installation. Soiled media or media with fingerprints will prevent proper ribbon transfer. 7. Check that the media ha...
Details the core functionalities and hardware specifications of the T6000 printers.
Identifies and describes the printer's buttons, LEDs, and display.
Explains the different operating modes: Online, Offline (Home), Settings, Wizard, and Fault.
Explains different modes for handling media like Continuous, Tear-Off Strip, Peel-Off, and Cut.
Provides instructions for loading ribbon and media, including important safety precautions.
Step-by-step guide for loading the ribbon into the printer.
Detailed instructions on how to properly load media into the printer.
Guides for adjusting printhead pressure, ribbon tension, and burn line.
Procedures for cleaning exterior, interior, printhead, platen, sensors, and damper.
Details how to save printer configurations permanently to FLASH memory.
Specifies the thermal energy level for print quality, affecting print intensity.
Specifies the user-selected label length, matching physical label length.
Specifies the physical width of the image to be printed.
Manages sensor settings, including Gap/Mark Sensor, Auto Calibrate, and Sensed Distance.
Provides options for calibrating sensors, including Power-Up Action and HeadClose Action.
Covers printer settings such as Display Language, LCD Brightness, and Alarms.
Serial interface settings like baud rate, word length, stop bits, and parity.
Manages network settings like ASCII Data Port, Keep Alive Timer, and Job Control.
Ethernet configuration including IP Address, Subnet Mask, and DHCP settings.
WLAN configuration including IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Gateway Address.
Parameters for WLAN, including SSID, Min Xfer Rate, Power Mgmt, and WPA modes.
Manages printer configurations: Save, Load, Print, Delete, and Power-Up.
Runs printer tests like Auto Calibrate, Checkerboard, and Barcode Demo.
Provides diagnostic tools such as Print Error Log and Hex Dump Mode.
Details methods like Web Page, Windows Driver, and Manual downloads.
Step-by-step guide for firmware download using a two-key sequence.
Procedure for firmware download using a three-key sequence for new or corrupt flash.
Step-by-step procedure for reprogramming the printer's security key using an SPX module.
Explains how to run test patterns for proper operation and print quality.
Lists common printer problems and potential solutions.
Discusses factors affecting print quality: heat, speed, and pressure.
Provides instructions for replacing the printhead assembly.
Procedure for handling fatal errors, including auto dump and firmware upgrade.
Troubleshooting guide for common issues like control panel and power failures.
Lists common LCD messages and their solutions.
Details printing specifications like resolution, speed, and width.
Lists characteristics of supported host interfaces like Serial, USB, Ethernet, and Parallel.
Instructions for preparing and installing the 4-inch media cutter.
Procedure for preparing and installing the 6-inch media cutter.
Procedure for saving printer configuration and firmware to the QCMC.
Guide for copying the QCMC snapshot image to another printer.
Steps to create a CCM SD card for configuring printers.
Instructions for using a programmed CCM SD card to configure printers.
Information needed before calling Printronix Customer Support.
General| Resolution | 203 dpi, 300 dpi, or 600 dpi |
|---|---|
| Connectivity | USB, Ethernet, Serial, Parallel |
| Media Handling | Roll, fanfold |
| Display | LCD |
| Operating System Compatibility | Windows |
| Noise Level | 55 dB |
| Print Technology | Thermal Transfer |
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