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VIDEOJET Excel 2000 Series User Manual

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Videojet Technologies Inc.
© 2002 by Videojet Technologies Inc., All rights reserved.
1500 Mittel Boulevard Phone: 1-800-843-3610
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- USA: Atlanta, Chicago, Los Angeles, Philadelphia
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OPERATOR MANUAL
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2000 Series
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VIDEOJET Excel 2000 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
TechnologyContinuous Inkjet (CIJ)
Maximum Number of Lines5
Font Matrix Configuration5x5, 7x5, 9x7
Data InterfaceRS-232
Substrate CompatibilityPaper, plastic, metal, glass
ConnectivityRS-232
Maximum Print SpeedUp to 305 m/min (1000 ft/min)
Print SpeedUp to 305 m/min (1000 ft/min)

Summary

Introduction to Videojet EXCEL 2000 Printer

References to the EXCEL 2000 Series Printer

Explains how the EXCEL 2000 Series printer is referred to in the manual.

Printer Supplies Overview

Discusses the variety of inks and surfaces the printer can use.

Target Audience and Manual Usage

Manual for Operators

Specifies that the manual contains operator information and procedures.

How to Use This Manual Guide

Provides guidance for first-time users and experienced users.

Understanding Manual Writing Conventions

Key Information Presentation Styles

Explains conventions for warning, caution, notes, and screen text.

EXCEL 2000 Series Service Manual Overview

Service Manual Introduction and Content

Details what the service manual covers, including installation and troubleshooting.

Target Audience for Service Manual

Intended for qualified personnel as a supplement to training.

Getting Started with the Printer

Initial Steps for Printer Operation

Lists manual sections to read for better understanding and operation.

Understanding Videojet TotalSource Service Program

Definition of TotalSource Service

Defines TotalSource as a commitment to total service and reliability.

TotalSource Commitment Details

Details commitment including applications support, training, and technical support.

Contacting Videojet for Assistance

Provides contact information for assistance within and outside the USA.

Chapter 2: Safety Information

Safety Conventions in the Manual

Understanding Warning Statements

Explains the purpose, format, and placement of warning statements.

Equipment Safety Guidelines

Ink Safety Guidelines

Medical Emergencies and First Aid

Chapter 3: Using the Keyboard

Keyboard Usage Introduction

First-Time Printer Keyboard Usage

Guidance for users new to the printer's keyboard interface.

Keyboard Reference for Experienced Users

Information for users already familiar with the keyboard as a reference.

Keyboard Description and Components

Keyboard Lock and Display Contrast Features

Understanding Keyboard Lock Feature

Explains how to use the key to prevent unauthorized use of the keyboard.

Adjusting Display Contrast

Overview of Control Keys

Identification of Control Keys

Lists the primary keys used for operating the printer.

Description of Control Key Functions

Provides detailed explanations for each control key's function.

Understanding the ON Key

ON Key Operation Sequence

Describes the events that occur when the ON key is pressed.

Definition of Printer Start-up Sequence

Defines the 97-second start-up sequence and its system checks.

Understanding the CANCEL Key

Understanding the DELETE Key

Understanding the OFF Key

Definition of Printer Shutdown Sequence

Defines the four-minute shutdown sequence and proper procedure.

Understanding the ENTER Key

Understanding the HELP Key

Understanding the HEAD Key

HEAD Key Status Summary

Summarizes the meaning of the HEAD key light states: ON, FLASHING, OFF.

Understanding the PRINT Key

Understanding the Display Screen

Display Screen Information Content

Describes messages, faults, warnings, and software commands shown on the screen.

Understanding the Display Screen Cursor

Printer Status Lights Overview

Understanding the READY Light Indicator

Understanding the SERVICE Light Indicator

Function Keys Overview

Introduction to Function Keys

Explains the purpose and usage of function keys F1 through F5.

Arrow Keys Overview

Introduction to Arrow Keys

Explains the location and basic functions of the arrow keys.

Alpha Keypad Overview

Creating Alphabetic Characters

Explains how to enter uppercase and lowercase alphabetic characters.

Creating Special Characters from Alpha Keypad

Details how to enter special characters shown in green and red.

Numeric Keypad Overview

Creating Numeric Characters

Explains how to enter numeric characters using the keypad.

Creating Special Characters from Numeric Keypad

Details how to enter special characters shown in red on the keypad.

Chapter 4: Printer Start-up and Shutdown

Guidelines for Printer Usage

Handling Infrequent Printer Use

Provides instructions for circulating ink when the printer is idle for days.

Preparing for Extended Printer Shutdown

Details procedures for preparing the printer for storage to prevent damage.

Preparing to Turn the Printer On

Pre-Power On Procedure Steps

Checks fluid levels in ink and make-up fluid bottles before startup.

Turning On the EXCEL 2000 Printer

EXCEL 2000 Printer Power-On Procedure

Steps to turn on the printer, including AC power switch and ON key.

Turning On the EXCEL 2000 Opaque Printer

Opaque Printer Printhead Power-On Procedure

Steps to turn on the printhead, considering the circulator pump.

Turning the Printer Off

EXCEL 2000 Printer Shutdown Procedure

Steps for performing the standard printer shutdown sequence.

Turning Off the EXCEL 2000 Opaque Printer

Opaque Printer Printhead Shutdown Procedure

Steps to shut down the printhead, preserving the circulator pump.

EXCEL 2000 Opaque Circulator Pump Function

Chapter 5: Software Summary Chart

Software Summary Chart Overview

Definition of Software Frames

Explains that frames are sets of commands visible on the display screen.

Using Function Keys (F Keys)

Software Summary Chart Modes Explained

Understanding Edit Mode

Describes the Edit mode used for entering, editing, and storing messages.

Understanding Character Set-up Mode

Understanding Insert Mode

Understanding Service Mode

Understanding System Set-up Mode

Understanding Print Set-up Mode

Chapter 6: Creating and Printing Messages

Introduction to Message Creation and Printing

Chapter Overview and Procedures

Contains procedures for creating, editing, storing, and printing messages.

Sections Covered in this Chapter

Lists the main sections within the chapter for message operations.

Creating New Messages

Introduction to Message Creation Steps

Explains how to view, clear, select format, create, and load messages.

Procedure for Creating a New Message

Details the steps to create a new message, including format and content.

Viewing the Last Printed Message

Clearing an Existing Message

Selecting Message Print Matrix (Format)

Available Message Format Options

Describes various print matrices (formats) and character size options.

Creating Reversed, Inverted, or Bold Characters

Procedures for Character Formatting

Covers reversing, inverting, and bolding individual characters.

How to Reverse a Character

How to Invert a Character

Changing Character Multi-Stroke (Bold)

Applying Reverse, Invert, and Bold to Entire Messages

Procedures for Message-Level Formatting

Covers reversing, inverting, and bolding entire messages.

How to Reverse an Entire Message

How to Invert an Entire Message

How to Reverse All Characters in a Message

Changing Message Multi-Stroke (Bold)

Adjusting Message Height

Procedure for Adjusting Message Height

Explains how to adjust message height using Frame <01 PRINT>.

Adjusting Message Width

Procedure for Adjusting Message Width

Explains how to adjust message width using Frame <01 PRINT>.

Adding Inserts to Messages

Understanding Different Insert Types

Describes Type 1, Type 2, and Type 3 inserts based on parameter source.

Insert Reference Table

Using the Alpha Hour Insert

Procedure for Alpha Hour Insert

Steps to insert the current hour of the day using Frame <02 CLOCK>.

Using the Alpha Month Insert

Procedure for Alpha Month Insert

Steps to insert the current month of the year using Frame <04 DATE>.

Using the Hour-of-Day Insert

Procedure for Hour-of-Day Insert

Steps to insert the current hour of the day using Frame <01 CLOCK>.

Using the Minute Insert

Procedure for Minute Insert

Steps to insert the current minute using Frame <01 CLOCK>.

Using the Hour-of-the-Week Insert

Procedure for Hour-of-the-Week Insert

Steps to insert hour of the week using Frame <01 CLOCK>.

Using the Week-of-the-Year Insert

Procedure for Week-of-the-Year Insert

Steps to insert week of year using Frame <01 CLOCK>.

Using the Month Insert

Procedure for Month Insert

Steps to insert current month using Frame <01 DATE>.

Using the Day-of-Month Insert

Procedure for Day-of-Month Insert

Steps to insert day of month using Frame <01 DATE>.

Using the Year Insert

Procedure for Year Insert

Steps to insert current year using Frame <01 DATE>.

Using the Julian Date Insert

Procedure for Julian Date Insert

Steps to insert Julian date using Frame <01 DATE>.

Using the Expiration Alpha Month Insert

Procedure for Expiration Alpha Month Insert

Steps to insert expiration month using Frame <03 DATE>.

Using the Expiration Month-of-Year Insert

Procedure for Expiration Month-of-Year Insert

Steps to insert expiration month-of-year using Frame <02 DATE>.

Using the Expiration Day-of-Month Insert

Procedure for Expiration Day-of-Month Insert

Steps to insert expiration day-of-month using Frame <02 DATE>.

Using the Expiration Year Insert

Procedure for Expiration Year Insert

Steps to insert expiration year using Frame <02 DATE>.

Using the Expiration Julian Date Insert

Procedure for Expiration Julian Date Insert

Steps to insert expiration Julian date using Frame <02 DATE>.

Using the Serializer Insert

Serializer Insert Parameter Configuration

Details parameters like starting value, max count, and repeat count.

Procedure for Serializer Insert

Steps to insert and configure a serializer into a message.

Using the Timer Insert

Timer Insert Parameter Configuration

Details parameters like timer select, update interval, and timer format.

Using the Programmable Shift Timer

Procedure for Setting Up Shift Timer

Steps to set up custom shift codes, times, and maximum shifts.

Inserting a Shift Code into a Message

Using the Appended Message Insert

Procedure for Appended Message Insert

Steps to add an appended message to extend message length.

Using the Remote Data Insert

Procedure for Remote Data Insert

Steps to insert remote data from a host PC using RS-232.

Using the Multi-Space Insert

Procedure for Multi-Space Insert

Steps to insert multiple spaces efficiently using Frame <01 M-SPACE>.

Using the Custom Character Insert

Procedure for Custom Character Insert

Steps to insert a custom character created in System Set-up.

Using the Graphic Insert

Procedure for Graphic Insert

Steps to insert a graphic symbol designed by Videojet.

Inserting Bar Codes into Messages

Available Bar Code Types

Lists and describes supported bar code types like EAN, UPC, and Code 128.

Procedure for 3 of 9 and 2 of 5I Bar Codes

Steps to insert 3 of 9 or 2 of 5I bar codes into messages.

Procedure for EAN-8 and EAN-13 Bar Codes

Procedure for UPC-A Bar Codes

Procedure for Code 128B and 128C Bar Codes

Removing an Insert from the Message

How to Remove an Insert

Explains how to delete an insert from the message using the DELETE key.

Loading Messages into the Printer

Procedure for Loading a Message

Steps to load created or modified messages into the printer memory.

Storing Messages in Printer Memory

How to Store a Message

Explains how to save a message in one of the available storage locations.

Recalling Stored Messages

Procedure for Recalling a Stored Message

Steps to retrieve a message from storage using its location number.

Viewing Stored Messages

Procedure for Viewing Stored Messages

Explains how to browse stored messages and their locations.

Printing Messages on Products

Criteria for Printing a Message

Lists the conditions that must be met before a message can be printed.

Printing a Message Normally

Delaying Message Printing

Chapter 7: System Set-up

Introduction to System Set-up

Viewing and Resetting the Print Count

Viewing the Current Print Count

Explains how to view the total number of messages printed.

Resetting the Current Print Count

Describes how to reset the print count to zero.

Viewing and Resetting the Product Count

Viewing the Current Product Count

Explains how to view the total number of product detect signals received.

Resetting the Current Product Count

Describes how to reset the product count to zero.

Selecting Product Speed Matching Method

Setting the Internal System Clock

Setting the System Time

Setting the System Date

Setting the Current Hour-of-the-Week

Setting the Current Week-of-the-Year

Setting the Programmable Date Roll-over

Setting the Printer for U.S. Daylight Savings Time

Building a Custom Character

Procedure for Building a Custom Character

Explains how to design and save custom characters using the printer.

Enable or Disable the Ink Low Alert Light Option

Setting the Baud Rate

Setting the Remote Mode for External Message Receiving

Setting Auto Repeat

Monitoring Flow Time Settings (Service Status)

Setting Print Delay

Set Print Set-up Parameters

Storing Print Set-up Parameters

Recalling Print Set-up Parameters

Resetting Print Set-up Parameters

Using the 5 x 7 SL Tower Function

Reverse Image Bar Code Printing

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