DYNACODE

Operating Manual
Copyright by Carl Valentin GmbH / 7957005.0817
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EG Low-Voltage Directive (2006/95/EC)
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Dynacode series Table of contents

Table of contents
Table of contents.............................................................................. 3
1 Introduction............................................................................ 5
1.1 General Instructions ................................................................ 5
1.2 Intended use ............................................................................ 5
1.3 Important notes ........................................................................ 6
1.4 Figures ..................................................................................... 7
1.5 Continuous mode .................................................................... 9
1.6 Intermittent mode................................................................... 10
2 Safety notes ......................................................................... 11
2.1 Operating conditions.............................................................. 13
3 Technical data...................................................................... 17
3.1 Control inputs and outputs (standard) ................................... 18
3.2 Control inputs and outputs (option) ....................................... 23
3.3 Pin assignment of encoder socket ....................................... 27
4 Installation and Initiation .................................................... 29
4.1 Installation of print mechanics at machines .......................... 30
4.2 Connection of pneumatic power supply ................................ 32
4.3 Adjustment of pressure power ............................................... 33
4.4 Connecting the direct print module........................................ 34
4.5 Before initial operation ........................................................... 34
4.6 Print control ........................................................................... 35
4.7 Initiation ................................................................................. 35
5 Loading ribbon cassette ..................................................... 37
5.1 Ribbon coating outside .......................................................... 37
5.2 Ribbon coating inside ............................................................ 38
5.3 Increasing the clamping force for ribbon roll ......................... 39
6 Foil keyboard ....................................................................... 41
6.1 Keyboard assignment (standard) .......................................... 41
6.2 Keyboard assignment (text entry / customized / memory card)
42
7 Function menu ..................................................................... 45
7.1 Menu structure (continuous mode)........................................ 45
7.2 Menu structure (intermittent mode) ....................................... 47
7.3 Print settings .......................................................................... 49
7.4 Machine parameters (continuous mode) ............................... 50
7.5 Machine parameters (intermittent mode) .............................. 52
7.6 Layout settings ...................................................................... 54
7.7 Ribbon save (continuous mode) ............................................ 55
7.8 Ribbon save (intermittent mode) ........................................... 56
7.9 Device settings ...................................................................... 57
7.10 I/O parameters....................................................................... 59
7.11 Network ................................................................................. 60
7.12 Interface ................................................................................. 60
7.13 Emulation ............................................................................... 61
7.14 Date & time ............................................................................ 62
7.15 Service functions ................................................................... 63
7.16 Main menu ............................................................................. 66
7.17 Display during printing ........................................................... 68
8 Compact Flash card ............................................................ 69

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9 Maintenance and cleaning .................................................. 73

9.1 Cleaning the printhead .......................................................... 73
9.2 Replacing the printhead ........................................................ 73
9.3 Angle adjustment* ................................................................. 75
9.4 Print quality optimisation ....................................................... 76
9.5 Cycle optimisation* ................................................................ 77
10 Signal diagrams ................................................................... 79
10.1 Continuous mode .................................................................. 79
10.2 Intermittent mode................................................................... 83
11 Error correction ................................................................... 85
12 Additional information ........................................................ 95
12.1 Column printing ..................................................................... 95
12.2 Password ............................................................................... 96
12.3 Hotstart .................................................................................. 98
13 Ribbon save ....................................................................... 101
13.1 Explication ........................................................................... 101
13.2 Standard ribbon save (continuous mode) ........................... 102
13.3 Shift ribbon save (continuous mode) ................................... 105
13.4 SaveStrt ribbon save (continuous mode) ............................ 108
13.5 Standard ribbon save (intermittent mode) ........................... 109
13.6 Shift ribbon save (intermittent mode) .................................. 110
14 Environmentally-Friendly Disposal ................................. 111
15 Index ................................................................................... 113

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1 Introduction

1.1 General Instructions

Basic information and warning references with the corresponding
signal words for the danger level are as follows specified in this
manual:

DANGER identifies an extraordinarily great and immediate

danger which could lead to serious injury or even death.

WARNING identifies a possible danger would could lead

to serious bodily injury or even death if sufficient
precautions are not taken.
WARNING of cutting injuries.
Pay attention that cutting injuries caused by blades, cutting
devices or sharp-edged parts are avoided.

WARNING of hand injuries.

Pay attention that hand injuries caused by closing
mechanical parts of a machine/equipment are avoided.

WARNING of hot surfaces.

Pay attention so as not to come into contact with hot
surfaces.

CAUTION indicates a potentially dangerous situation

which could lead to moderate or light bodily injury or
damage to property.
NOTICE gives you tips. They make a working sequence
easier or draw attention to important working processes.

Gives you tips on protecting the environment.

⇒ Handling instruction

 Optional accessories, special fittings

Datum Information in the display

1.2 Intended use

The continuous and intermittent operating Dynacode is a direct print
module with high resolution for installation in horizontal and vertical
packaging machines. Not only the easy to change ribbon cassette is
convincing but also different print widths, left and right versions and
because of the separate control unit it is possible to integrate the
Dynacode almost in each packaging process without any problems.
Flexible labelling of packaging foil is effected either by means of
Windows printer driver included in delivery or by our proven creation
software.

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The direct print module is a state-of-the-art device which complies

with the recognized safety-related rules and regulations. Despite this,
a danger to life and limb of the user or third parties could arise and the
direct print module or other property could be damaged while
operating the device.
The direct print module may only be used while in proper working
order and for the intended purpose. Users must be safe, aware of
potential dangers and must comply with the operating instructions.
Faults, in particular those which affect safety, must be remedied
immediately.
The direct print module is solely intended to print suitable media which
have been approved by the manufacturer. Any other or additional use
is not intended. The manufacturer/supplier is not liable for damage
resulting from misuse. Any misuse is at your own risk.
Intended used includes heeding the operating manual, including the
maintenance recommendations/regulations specified by the
manufacturer.

1.3 Important notes

The Dynacode is equipped with 8 vector, 6 bitmap and 6 proportional
fonts. It is possible to print inverse, in italic format or 90 degrees
turned fonts.
The handling of our durable print module is easy and comfortable. The
settings are made with the keys of the foil keyboard. At each time the
two-line display shows the current status.
An enormously high print quality is obtained by most modern
printhead technology.
By a new-developed electronics a maximum print speed of up to 800
mm/s (continuous mode) and 600 mm/s (intermittent mode) can be
achieved. Time-saving update of the print module software is possible
via the interface. The print module can be adapted by the large
selection of options to each function.
As default, the print module is equipped with a parallel, serial, USB
and Ethernet interface. The device automatically recognizes by which
interface it is controlled.
Time-saving update is possible by interface.
Thanks to the large number of options the print module can be
adapted to each task.

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1.4 Figures
Connection side of
print mechanics

Figure 1

1= Pneumatic connection
2= Connecting cable SPI (printhead + sensors)
3= Connecting cable power

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Connector assignment
of control unit

Figure 2

1= External output 1-4 (Output I)

2= Touch panel connection
3= Encoder connection
4= Connecting cable SPI (printhead + sensor)
5= Placeholder for second serial interface (option)
6= Connecting cable 'power'
7= Compact Flash card slot
8= External output 5-8 (Output II)
9= Standard Option
SUB-D plug 9-pin SUB-D plug 15-pin
External input 5-8 External bushing I/O-24
see chapter 3.1 see chapter 3.1
10 = Extrnal input 1-4 (Input I)
11 = RS 232 interface
12 = Centronics interface
13 = Ethernet interface
14 = USB interface
15 = Power supply with switch

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1.5 Continuous mode

Material speed Please note that the material has sufficient adhesion at the pressure
transducer roll or encoder roll to permit the exact speed by the
encoder.
It is only possible to print when respecting the operating conditions,
i.e. the speed has to be observed.

Print principle

Figure 3
After starting a print order the printhead moves against the print
medium. The feed of material is registered by the encoder and then
evaluated. The printhead is in start position as long as the printing
onto the moving material is finished and then it moves back to its
home position.

Material guiding NOTICE!

In case the encoder is connected to the counter-pressure
roll or the encoder roll you have to observe that the
material has sufficient adhesion at the pressure roll or
encoder roll to guarantee an exact speed by the encoder.

Figure 4

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1.6 Intermittent mode

Print principle

Figure 5
After starting a print order the printhead moves against the print
medium. Afterwards the printing carriage moves corresponding to the
set or transferred layout length linear over the material which is to be
printed. After the print procedure the printhead again lifts up and the
printing carriage moves again to the starting position.

Print position NOTICE!

The direct print module is delivered with a default print
length of
65 mm. In order to use the maximum print length, the print
position value must be changed to 93 (see chapter 7.5.
Machine parameters (intermittent mode), page 52.

A: Print position/start position value = 93 mm

B: Print position/start position value = 83
C: Max. position print end
D: Stand-by position

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2 Safety notes
The direct print module is designed for power supply systems from
110 V to 230 V. Connect the direct print module only to electrical
outlets with a ground contact.
NOTICE!
When changing the mains voltage the fuse value is to adapt
accordingly (see 'Technical data').

Couple the direct print module to devices using extra low voltage only.
Before making or undoing connections, switch off all devices involved
(computer, printer, accessories etc.).
Operate the direct print module in a dry environment only and do not
get it wet (sprayed water, mist etc.).
Do not operate the direct print module in explosive atmosphere and
not in proximity of high voltage power lines.
Operate the direct print module only in an environment protected
against abrasive dust, swarf and other similar impurity.
In case of cleaning and maintenance with an open cover, ensure that
clothing, hair, jewellery and similar personal items do not contact the
exposed rotating parts.

NOTICE!
With the open printing unit (due to construction) the requirements
of EN60950-1 regarding fire protection casing are not fulfilled.
These must be ensured by the installation into the end device.

The print unit can get hot during printing. Do not touch the printhead
during operation. Cool down the print unit before changing material,
removal or adjustment.
Carry out only the actions described in these operating instructions.
Any work beyond this may only be performed by the manufacturer or
upon agreement with the manufacturer.
Unauthorized interference with electronic modules or their software
can cause malfunctions.
Other unauthorized work or modifications to the direct print module
can endanger operational safety.
Always have service work done in a qualified workshop, where the
personnel have the technical knowledge and tools required to do the
necessary work.
There are warning stickers on the direct print modules that draw your
attention to dangers. Therefore the warning stickers are not to be
removed as then you and others cannot be aware of dangers and may
be injured.

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The direct printing unit must be integrated with the Emergency Stop
circuit when it is incorporated into the overall machine.
All isolating safety equipment must be installed before starting-up the
machine.

DANGER!
Danger to life and limb from power supply!
⇒ Do not open the casing.

CAUTION!
Two-pole fuse.

⇒ Before opening the housing cover, disconnect the

device from the mains supply and wait approx. 2 - 3
minutes until the power supply unit has discharged.

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2.1 Operating conditions

Before initial operation and during operation these operating
conditions have to be observed to guarantee save and interference-
free service of our devices.
Therefore please carefully read these operating conditions.
Shipment and storage of our devices are only allowed in original
packing.
Installation and initial operation of direct print module is only allowed if
operating conditions were fulfilled.
Commissioning is prohibited until it can be established that, where
relevant, the machine into which the partly completed machinery is to
be incorporated complies with the provisions of Machinery Directive
2006/42/EC.
Initial operation, programming, operation, cleaning and service of our
direct print modules are only recommended after careful study of our
manuals.
Operation of direct print module is only allowed by especially trained
persons.
NOTICE!
Perform trainings regularly.
Content of the training are chapter 2.1 (Operating
conditions), chapter 5 (Loading ribbon cassette) and
chapter 9 (Maintenance and cleaning).
These indications are also valid for someone else's equipment
supplied by us.
Only use original spare and exchange parts.
Please contact the manufacturer with respect to spare/wear parts.

Conditions for The installation place of direct print module should be even, free of
installation place vibration and currents of air are to be avoided.
The direct print modules have to be installed to ensure optimal
operation and servicing.

Installation of The installation of the power supply to connect our direct print
power supply modules has to be effected according to the international rules and
regulations, especially the recommendations of one of the three
following commissions:
• International Electronic Commission (IEC)
• European Committee for Electro technical Standardisation
(CENELEC)
• Verband Deutscher Elektrotechniker (VDE)
Our direct print modules are constructed according to VDE and have
to be connected to a grounded conductor. The power supply has to be
equipped with a grounded conductor to eliminate internal interfering
voltage.

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Technical data of Power line voltage and power line frequency: See type plate
power supply Allow. tolerance of power line voltage: +6% … −10% of nominal value
Allow. tolerance of power line frequency: +2% … −2% of nominal
value
Allowable distortion factor of power line voltage: <=5%

Anti-Interference In case your net is infected (e.g. by using thyristor controlled

measures: machines) anti-interference measures have to be taken. You can use
one of the following possibilities:
• Provide separate power supply to our direct print modules.
• In case of problems please connect capacity-decoupled isolation
transformer or similar interference suppressor in front of our direct
print modules.

Stray radiation and Emitted interference according to EN 61000-6-4: 08-2002

immunity from • Interference voltage to wires according to EN 55022: 09-2003
disturbance
• Interference field power according to EN 55022: 09-2003
• System perturbation according to EN 61000-3-2: 09-2005
• Flicker according to EN 61000-3-3: 05-2002
Immunity to interference according to EN 61000-6-2: 03-2006
• Stray radiation against discharge of static electricity according to
EN 61000-4-2: 12-2001
• Electromagnetic fields according to EN 61000-4-3: 11-2003
• Fast transient burst according to EN 61000-4-4: 07-2005
• Surge according to EN 61000-4-5: 12-2001
• High-frequency tension according to EN 61000-4-6: 12-2001
• Voltage interruption and voltage drop according to EN 61000-4-
11: 02-2005
NOTICE!
This is a machine of type A. This machine can cause
interferences in residential areas; in this case it can be
required from operator to accomplish appropriate
measures and be responsible for it.

Machine safety • EN 415-2 - Safety of pachaging machines

• EN 60204-1:2006 - Safety of machinery - Electrical equipment of
machines - Part 1

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Connecting lines to All connecting lines have to be guided in shielded lines. Shielding has
external machines to be connected on both sides to the corner shell.
It is not allowed to guide lines parallel to power lines. If a parallel
guiding cannot be avoided a distance of at least 0.5 m has to be
observed.
Temperature of lines between: −15 … +80 °C.
It is only allowed to connect devices which fulfil the request 'Safety
Extra Low Voltage' (SELV). These are generally devices which are
checked corresponding to EN 60950.

Installation of The data cables must be completely protected and provide with metal
data lines or metallised connector housings. Shielded cables and connectors are
necessary, in order to avoid radiant emittance and receipt of electrical
disturbances.
Allowable lines
Shielded line: 4 x 2 x 0,14 mm² ( 4 x 2 x AWG 26)
6 x 2 x 0,14 mm² ( 6 x 2 x AWG 26)
12 x 2 x 0,14 mm² (12 x 2 x AWG 26)

Maximum line length: interface V 24 (RS-232C) - 3 m (with shielding)

Centronics - 3 m
USB - 3 m
Ethernet - 100 m

Air convection To avoid inadmissible heating, free air convection has to be ensured.

Limit values Protection according IP: 20

Ambient temperature °C (operation): Min. +5 Max. +40
Ambient temperature °C (transport, storage): Min. −25 Max. +60
Relative air humidity % (operation): Max. 80
Relative air humidity % (transport, storage): Max. 80
(bedewing of direct print modules not allowed

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Guarantee We do not take any responsibility for damage caused by:

• Ignoring our operating conditions and operating manual.
• Incorrect electric installation of environment.
• Building alterations of our direct print modules.
• Incorrect programming and operation.
• Not performed data protection.
• Using of not original spare parts and accessories.
• Natural wear and tear.
When (re)installing or programming our direct print modules please
control the new settings by test running and test printing. Herewith you
avoid faulty results, reports and evaluation.
Only specially trained staff is allowed to operate the direct print
modules.
Control the correct handling of our products and repeat training.
We do not guarantee that all features described in this manual exist in
all models. Caused by our efforts to continue further development and
improvement, technical data might change without notice.
By further developments or regulations of the country illustrations and
examples shown in the manual can be different from the delivered
model.
Please pay attention to the information about admissible print media
and the notes to the direct print module maintenance, in order to avoid
damages or premature wear.
We endeavoured to write this manual in an understandable form to
give and you as much as possible information. If you have any queries
or if you discover errors, please inform us to give us the possibility to
correct and improve our manual.

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3 Technical data
Dynacode 53 Dynacode 107 Dynacode 128
Print width 53,3 mm 106,6 mm 128 mm
Frame passage width customized
Print length
Continuous mode 6000 mm 3000 mm 3000 mm
Intermittent mode 75 mm 75 mm 75 mm
Resolution 300 dpi
Print speed
Continuous mode 50 … 800 mm/s 50 … 600 mm/s 50 … 450 mm/s
Intermittent mode 50 … 600 mm/s 50 … 600 mm/s 50 … 600 mm/s
Back speed only intermittent mode: max. 600 mm/s
Printhead Corner Type
Acoustic emission Measuring dist. 1 m Measuring dist. 1 m Measuring dist. 1 m
Average sound pressure level 60 dB(A) 65 dB(A) 68 dB(A)
Built-in fonts 8 vector fonts
6 bitmap fonts, 6 proportional fonts
font height: min. 1 mm - max. 99 mm
1D bar codes CODABAR, Code 128, Code 2/5 interleaved, Code 39, Code 39 ext., Code
93, EAN 13, EAN 8, EAN ADD ON, GS1-128, Identcode, ITF 14, Leitcode,
Pharmacode, PZN 7 Code, PZN 8 Code, UPC-A, UPC-E
2D bar codes Aztec Code, CODABLOCK F, DataMatrix, GS1 DataMatrix, MAXICODE, PDF
417, QR Code
Composite bar codes GS1 DataBar Expanded, GS1 DataBar Limited, GS1 DataBar Omnidirectional,
GS1 DataBar Stacked, GS1 DataBar Stacked Omnidirectional, GS1 DataBar
Truncated
Interface serial: RS-232C (up to 115200 baud) - parallel: Centronics
USB: 1.1 - Ethernet: 10/100 Base-T
Transfer ribbon
Core diameter 25,4 mm / 1" 25,4 mm / 1" 25,4 mm / 1"
Max. length 900 m (Ø 98 mm) 600 m (Ø 82 mm) 450 m (Ø 75 mm)
Max. width 55 mm 110 mm 130 mm
Coating outside inside (option) inside (option) inside (option)
Dimensions in mm (width x height x depth)
Print mechanics
without mounting frame 204 x 180 x 234 204 x 180 x 290 204 x 180 x 312
with mounting frame depends on passage width
Control unit 240 x 125 x 332 - connecting cable to mechanics 2,5 m
Weight
Print mechanics 9,5 kg 11 kg 11,7 kg
Electronics (incl. cable) 5,5 kg 5,5 kg 5,5 kg
Connection values
Pneumatic connection min. 6 bar dry and free of oil
Air consumption typical* Dynacode 53: 150 ml/min – Dynacode 107 + 128: 300 ml/min
* hub 1,5 mm
150 cycle/minute
6 bar operating pressure
Nominal voltage 110 … 230 V / 50 … 60 Hz
Nominal current 230 V / 1,5 A − 110 V / 3 A
Fuse values 2x T4A 250 V
Operating conditions
Temperature 5 … 40 °C
Relative humidity max. 80% (non-condensing)

Technical modifications are subject to change.

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3.1 Control inputs and outputs (standard)

Plug connection - back
side of control unit

Figure 6

A = External output 1-4 (Output I)

B = External input 1-4 (Input I)
C = External output 5-8 (Output II)
D = External bushing 15pin (I/O-24)

Control outputs By means of the signal outputs different operating states of the print
module can be queried.
The signal outputs are provided by two 9-pin SUB-D-bushings
(OUTPUT I and OUTPUT II) on the back side of the control unit.
They consist of optocoupler semiconductor sections, which are
connected through and/or blocked according to different operating
states.
The maximum allowable current in a semiconductor section is
lmax = 30 mA.

Output I PIN (bushing) Output I

Figure 6, A
Out 1: Error message
Each error status such as ribbon
error is displayed.

Out 2: Print order

The print module was activated by a
print order.

Figure 7 Out 3: Generation

The print module is filled with current
layout data.

Out 4: Layout print

The content of print memory is
transferred on the printable medium
by means of the printhead.

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Example Connection of a lamp to a 24V relay by Out 1:

Figure 8

Output II PIN (bushing) Output II

Figure 6, C
Out 5: Print-Ready signal
It is indicated if the print module is
ready to process a start impulse. In
contrary to the print order signal, the
generating time is taken into
consideration.
Out 6: Printhead up
The printhead has reached the upper
Figure 9 rest position (e.g. return to zero
point).
Out 7: Return to start
After termination of print procedure
the flexible part of the print module is
moved back to the start position.
After the start position was reached a
new start can be released.
Out 8: Prior warning of transfer
ribbon end

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Control inputs By means of the control inputs it is possible to control printing. The
control inputs at Input I are galvanic separated and have to be
provided with an external tension source. The signal level is active
"HIGH".

Input I PIN (pin) Input I

Figure 6, B
In 1: Print start

In 2: Not used

Figure 10

In 3: Reset external counter

In 4: Not used

Example Connection of a switch with 24V voltage supply by In 1:

Figure 11

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External bushing I/O-24 This input is executed as 15-pole and provides user-
Figure 6, D sided 24V/100mA.
In case of using this bushing, exists no galvanic
separation.
PIN Function
1, 6 Gnd
5, 10 24 V / 100 mA
3 Print start (NPN initiator)
2 Print start (PNP initiator)
4 Print start by
Figure 12 potential-free
14
contact
7 Signal lamp
24 V / 100 mA
13
(error)

Pin assignment PIN 1 white

PIN 2 brown
PIN 3 green
PIN 4 yellow
PIN 5 grey
PIN 6 pink
PIN 7 blue
PIN 8 red
PIN 9 black
PIN 10 purple
PIN 11 grey-pink
PIN 12 red-blue
PIN 13 white-green
PIN 14 brown-green
PIN 15 free

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Example 1

Example 2

Example 3

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3.2 Control inputs and outputs (option)

Plug connection - back
side of control unit

Figure 13

A = External output 1-4 (Output I)

B = External input 1-4 (Input I)
C = External output 5-8 (Output II)
D = External input 5-8 (Input II)

Control outputs By means of the signal outputs different operating states of the print
module can be queried.
The signal outputs are provided by two 9-pin SUB-D-bushings
(OUTPUT I and OUTPUT II) on the back side of the control unit.
They consist of optocoupler semiconductor sections, which are
connected through and/or blocked according to different operating
states.
The maximum allowable current in a semiconductor section is
lmax = 30 mA.

Output I PIN (bushing) Output I

Figure 13, A
Out 1: Error message
Each error status such as ribbon
error is displayed.

Out 2: Print order

The print module was activated by
a print order.

Figure 14 Out 3: Generation

The print module is filled with
current layout data.

Out 4: Layout print

The content of print memory is
transferred on the printable medium
by means of the printhead.

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Example Connection of a lamp to a 24V relay by Out 1:

Figure 15

Output II PIN (bushing) Output II

Figure 13, C
Out 5: Print-Ready signal
It is indicated if the print module is
ready to process a start impulse. In
contrary to the print order signal, the
generating time is taken into
consideration.
Out 6: Printhead up
The printhead has reached the upper
Figure 16 rest position (e.g. return to zero
point).
Out 7: Return to start
After termination of print procedure
the flexible part of the print module is
moved back to the start position.
After the start position was reached a
new start can be released.
Out 8: Prior warning of transfer
ribbon end

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Control inputs By means of the control inputs it is possible to control printing. The
control inputs at Input I are electroplated separated and have to be
provided with an external tension source. The signal level is active
"HIGH".

Input I PIN (pin) Input I

Figure 13, B
In 1: Print start

In 2: Not used

Figure 17

In 3: Reset external counter

In 4: Not used

Example Connection of a switch with 24V voltage supply by In 1:

Figure 18

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Input II PIN (pin) Input II

Figure 13, D
In 5: Not used

In 6: Not used

Figure 19

In 7: Not used

In 8: Not used

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3.3 Pin assignment of encoder socket ∗

5-pin connecting bushing, contacts according to DIN 45322

PIN1 = 5 VDC
PIN2 = Encoder signal (channel A)
PIN3 = Encoder signal (channel B)
PIN4 = GND

Electrical data of Operating voltage: 5 VDC

encoder Output signal: TTL level
Resolution: Can be set at the print module

Connection of encoder

∗
only for continuous mode
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4 Installation and Initiation

Unpack the direct
print module
⇒ Lift the direct print module out of the box.
⇒ Check the direct print module for transport damages.
⇒ Check delivery for completeness.

Scope of delivery • Print mechanics.

• Control unit.
• Power cable.
• Connection cable (sensors, power).
• Mini controller.
• Manometer.
• Pneumatic tube.
• Push-on connector.
• I/O accessories (female connectors for I/O, I/O 24 cable).
• 1 transfer ribbon roll.
• Empty core, mounted on transfer ribbon rewinder.
• Cleaning foil for printhead.
• Documentation.
• CD with printer drivers.

NOTICE!
Retain original packaging for subsequent transport.

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4.1 Installation of print mechanics at machines

Installation with NOTICE!
mounting frame The mounting frame is an option and therefore it is
necessary to order it separately.

At the bottom of the print mechanics are two M8 threads that can be
used to fasten the print mechanics.
Please observe the following conditions:
• The maximum thread engagement of the M8 threads is 10 mm.
• The print mechanics has to be installed with a distance from
printhead to brake stator of 1...2,5 mm (see illustration).
NOTICE!
A distance of 2 mm is recommended.

• The best print results can be received if the silicon of printing roll
consists of a hardness of 40 - 50° Shore A (average value of
roughness Ra 3.2 µm).
• The print surface has to be installed parallel to the linear
movement of print unit and the focal line of printhead.
Discrepancies to the focal line and cavities in the print surface of
0.2mm can lead to an inferior print quality at these positions.

Figure 20

Installation without In case the machine is used without mounting frame, then it is
mounting frame possible to fix the print module from the top with four M6 screws.
The maximum thread engagement of the M6 threads is 6 mm.
(position of printhead see illustration)

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Required space for

outgoing cable unit -
Standard

Required space for

outgoing cable unit - -
behind (option)

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4.2 Connection of pneumatic power supply

The pneumatic power supply for the printhead mechanics has to be
made available a minimum continuous pressure of 4 - 6 bars in front
of the pressure regulator. The maximum pressure in front of the
pressure regulator is 7 bars and 4 bars after the pressure regulator.
NOTICE!
A pneumatic power supply of 4 bars is recommended.
The compressed-air has to be dry and oil free.
The supplied pressure regulator with manometer is to connect with a
pneumatic tube Ø 8 mm via a plugging bolting to the pneumatic power
supply. It is necessary to make a connection between the pressure
regulator and the print mechanics via a pneumatic tube Ø 8 mm.

Please observe the following notes:

• Position pressure regulator as near as possible to the print
mechanics.
• The pressure regulator is only to operate in the direction that is
indicated on its underside. The direction shows the way of the
streaming air.
• It is not allowed to bend the pneumatic tubes.
• Shortening of the pneumatic tubes has to be made with a clean
right-angled cut without squashing the tube. If necessary use
special tools (available in pneumatic requirements).
• Please observe a possible short length of the 8 mm pneumatic
tubes.

Druckmechanik
Print mechanics

Pneumatikschlauch
Pneumatic tube 8x1

Druckregler mit Manometer

Pressure regulator with manometer

Druckluftversorgung
Pneumatic power supply
min. 4 bar, max. 7 bar

Figure 21

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4.3 Adjustment of pressure power

Pressure power in dependence Pressure power in dependence Pressure power in dependence

of air pressure c53 / i53 of air pressure c107 / i107 of air pressure c128 / i128
(one pressure cylinder) (two pressure cylinder) (two pressure cylinders)
8 8
5 7 7
6 6

Pressure in kg

Pressure in kg
4
Pressure in kg

5 5
3 4 4
2 3 3
2 2
1
1 1
0 0 0
2 3 4 5 2 3 4 5 2 3 4 5
Air pressure in bar Air pressure in bar Air pressure in bar

Lift 1 mm Lift 2 mm Lift 3 mm Lift 1 mm Lift 2 mm Lift 3 mm Lift 1 mm Lift 2 mm Lift 3 mm

The pressure power of the printhead can be set with the pressure
regulator. The values are indicated in the following table:

NOTICE!
In case the pressure power is set too low, it is possible that
the printhead has no contact to the counter-pressure plate.
Because of the missing heat during the print this could
damage the printhead. In this case an error message
appears. This error message is only to protect the
printhead for overheating and is not to use as print quality
control.

The lift indicates the distance between printhead and brake stator in
'print less' status.

Dynacode 53 Dynacode 107 Dynacode 128

Recommended pressure 40 N 40 N 40 N
power:
Max. pressure power: 45 N 45 N 45 N

As the mechanical wear and tear of the printhead increases with the
pressure power, the pressure power should be as low as possible.

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4.4 Connecting the direct print module

Connecting to the The direct print module is equipped with a versatile power supply unit.
power supply The device may be operated with a mains voltage of 110-230 V /
50-60 Hz without any adjustments or modifications.
CAUTION!
The direct print module can be damaged by undefined
switch-on currents.
⇒ Set de power switch to '0' before plugging in the direct
print module.

⇒ Insert power cable into power connection socket.

⇒ Insert plug of power cable into a grounded electrical outlet.

Connecting to a NOTICE!
computer or to a Insufficient or missing grounding can cause faults during
computer network operation.
Ensure that all computers and connection cables
connected to the direct print module are grounded.

⇒ Connect direct print module to computer or network with a

suitable cable.

4.5 Before initial operation

• Mount print mechanics.
• Connect all cables between print mechanics and control unit.
• Protect cables against unintentional unscrewing.
• Connect compressed air line.
• Connect control unit and PC by printer interface.
• Connect control unit and packaging machine by inputs and
outputs.
• Connect power cable of control unit.

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4.6 Print control

Because of the fact that the print module is always in control mode it
is only possible to transmit and not to start print orders by the
available interfaces (serial, parallel, USB or Ethernet). The print is
started by a start signal to the 'print start-control input'. It is necessary
for the control unit to recognise the moment of setting the start signal
and therefore it is possible and also necessary to observe the print
status by the outputs.

4.7 Initiation
Once all connections have been made:
⇒ Switch control unit on with the power switch.
After switching on the device the main menu appears which
shows the model type, current date and time.
⇒ Insert ribbon cassette (see 5 on page 37).
After loading the transfer ribbon cassette the measuring of
transfer ribbon begins and the printhead is moved to the print
position.

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5 Loading ribbon cassette

NOTICE!
Before a new transfer ribbon roll is loaded, the printhead must
be cleaned using printhead and roller cleaner (97.20.002). For
detailed information, please see page 73.
The handling instructions for the use of Isopropanol (IPA) must
be observed. In the case of skin or eye contact, immediately
wash off the fluid thoroughly with running water. If the irritation
persists, consult a doctor. Ensure good ventilation.

5.1 Ribbon coating outside

NOTICE!
As for the electrostatic unloading the thin coating of the thermal
printhead or other electronic parts can be damaged, the
transfer ribbon should be antistatic.
The use of wrong materials can lead to printer malfunctions
and the guarantee can expire.

• Turn lever (A) 90° in clockwise direction.

• Remove ribbon cassette from print mechanics by pulling
handle (B).
• Load a new ribbon roll as far as it will go onto unwinding
roll (C).
• Load an empty cardboard roll as far as it will go onto
rewinding unit (D).
• Insert ribbon according to illustration.
• Fix ribbon with an adhesive tape at the empty roll and
tighten it by some turns of the core.
• Push ribbon cassette again onto print mechanics and take
care that the ribbon not rip.
• Turn lever (A) 90° anticlockwise.

Figure 22

The above illustration shows a left hand printing system. If you are
using a right hand system, then the new roll is to be inserted at the left
and the cardboard core is to be inserted at the right side.

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5.2 Ribbon coating inside

NOTICE!
As for the electrostatic unloading the thin coating of the thermal
printhead or other electronic parts can be damaged, the
transfer ribbon should be antistatic.
The use of wrong materials can lead to printer malfunctions
and the guarantee can expire.

• Turn lever (A) 90° in clockwise direction.

• Remove ribbon cassette from print mechanics by
pulling handle (B).
• Load a new ribbon roll as far as it will go onto unwinding
roll (C).
• Load an empty cardboard roll as far as it will go onto
rewinding unit (D).
• Insert ribbon according to illustration.
• Fix ribbon with an adhesive tape at the empty roll and
tighten it by some turns of the core.
• Push ribbon cassette again onto print mechanics and
take care that the ribbon not rip.
• Turn lever (A) 90° anticlockwise.

Figure 23

The above illustration shows a left hand printing system. If you are
using a right hand system, then the new roll is to be inserted at the left
and the cardboard core is to be inserted at the right side.

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5.3 Increasing the clamping force for ribbon roll

NOTICE!
We recommend the use of high-quality transfer ribbon with a
cardboard core. A sample ribbon roll is included in the scope of
delivery. The clamping force of transfer ribbon roll placed on
the rewinding/unwinding unit is designed for this quality.

If other transfer ribbons are used, it can occur that the clamping force
of the spring plates (B) is not sufficient, in order to position the rolls
surely and to protect it against rotating.
When using transfer ribbons with plastic cores a safe positioning of
the roles cannot be ensured.

CAUTION!
Slippage of transfer ribbon roll placed on the rewinding/
unwind unit or the empty cardboard core leads to
malfunctions.
⇒ When using transfer ribbon rolls with plastic cores the
groove must be shimmed.

When using transfer ribbon rolls with plastic cores the groove must be
shimmed.

Increasing the • Remove screws (A) and spring plates (B).

clamping force
• Insert shim (C, included in scope of delivery) into the groove.
• Fasten again spring plates (B) and shims (C) with screws (A).
• Insert transfer ribbon roll and empty cardboard core on the
rewinding/unwinding unit.
Check firm position!

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6 Foil keyboard

6.1 Keyboard assignment (standard)

Key Meaning Function

Main menu Back to main menu.
Activate test print.
Delete stopped print order.
Up Printhead upwards.
Down Printhead downwards.
Function menu Change to function menu.
In function menu, one menu item
back.
Feed In main menu, one layout feed.
In function menu, change to next
menu item.
Start/Stopp Confirm settings in function menu.
Stop and continue current print order.
Delete stopped print order with key

. No further layout of the print

order is printed.
Memory Change to Compact Flash card
menu.
Quant Change to number of copies menu.
Press keys and to select the
number of copies that are to print.
Backwards Change to previous input field.
Press keys and to change
values.
Forwards Change to next input field.
Press keys and to change
values.
0-9 Function keys Parameter selection (e.g. speed).
F1 + F2 Function keys No function.
Function key Delete complete entry.
C
Funcion key Confirm entry. After confirmation of
E settings, return to the main menu.

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6.2 Keyboard assignment (text entry / customized /

memory card)
The control unit of the print module is equipped with an alphanumeric
character block which allows the user to enter parameters and
customised variables without the connection of an external keyboard.
Each key contains letters and similar to the use of a mobile phone
(like sms) a direct and time-saving input is possible.

The mode is displayed in the first line at the right position so the user
can control in which input mode is selected.
As the input is almost done with characters from one mode, the
characters are divided in different groups. Following input modes are
available:

Symbol Mode
0 Standard, starting with figures
M Starting with capital letters
m Starting with small letters
A Input Alt
a Input Alt, is switched off after one character

Mode 0
This mode is displayed as default. At first the figure which
corresponds to the key is displayed, then all capital and afterwards the
small letters.
Mode M
At first all capital, then the small letters and at last the corresponding
figure.
Mode m
At first all small letters, then the figure and at last the capital letters.
Mode A
This mode can be used for the creation of special characters. The
desired character can be displayed by the assigned number by
entering the ANSI code. Please note that the ANSI code has to
consist of three digits, i.e. you have possible to enter a zero first.
Mode a
Same as mode A. After input of the selected ANSI code the machine,
however, changes back to the previously selected input mode.

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Key Meaning Function

Main menu Back to main menu.
Activate test print.
Delete stopped print order.
Up For customized variables, change
between single entries.
Down For customized variables, change
between single entries.
Funktion menu No function.

Vorschub Entry confirmation. Change to the

main menu.
Start/Stopp Confirmation/end of entry.

Memory Entry mode selection.

Quant Delete character at cursor position.

If the cursor is behind the last
character, the last one is deleted.
Character is only deleted if it was
before entered by the character
block.
Backwards Cursor one position to the left.
Forwards Cursor one position to the right.
0-9 Character block Entry of desired data.
F1 + F2 Function keys No function.
Function key Delete complete entry. The entry is
C only deleted if it was entered by the
character block.
Function key Confirm entry. After confirmation of
E settings, return to the main menu.

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7 Function menu

7.1 Menu structure (continuous mode)

Print settings Contrast

Transfer ribbon control
On weak, On strong sensibility, Off
X Offset

Machine parameters Mode

Print offset
Print position
Layouts / cycle
Material speed control
Encoder resolution / material feed
Material speed

Layout settings Print length

Layout width / no. of columns
Material selection (Type1+2)
Flip layout
Rotate layout
Alignment

Ribbon save Mode / speed

Rewind correction
Distance / number of cycles
Expert parameters

Field handling
Device settings
Off, graphic received, delete graphic
Codpage
External parameters
Buzzer
Language (DE/GB/FR/ES/PT/NL/IT/DK/FI/PL)
Customized entry
Hotstart
Password protection
Layout confirmation/Print after measuring
Standard layout On/Off

I/O parameters IN signal level

OUT signal level
Debounce
Error if not ready
Ready while printing

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Network IP address
Net mask
Standard gateway
Speed / Duplex
DHCP
Printer name
MAC address

Interface COM1/Baud/Parity/Data bits/Stop bit

SOH start sign, ETB end sign
Data memory
Port test

Emulation Emulation On/Off

Date & Time Set date/time

Summertime On/Off
Start of summertime (format)
Start of summertime (date)
Start of summertime (time)
End of summertime (format)
End of summertime (date)
End of summertime (time)
Time shifting

Service functions H / P / R1 / R2 / C / ENC

Paper counter
Heater resistance
Printhead temperature
Ribbon / ink side
Brake
Print examples
Input / Output
Diagnostic
Encoder average
Diagnostic counter
Online / Offline
Transfer ribbon prior warning
Warning diameter

CompactFlash card Load file

Save layout
Save configuration
Change directory
Delete file
Format
Free memory

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7.2 Menu structure (intermittent mode)

Print settings Speed / contrast

Transfer ribbon control
On weak, On strong sensibility, Off
X Offset

Machine parameters Mode

Back speed
Print offset
Print position
Layouts / cycle

Layout settings Print length

Layout width / no. of columns
Material selection (Type1+2)
Flip layout
Rotate layout
Alignment

Ribbon save Mode

Rewind correction
Expert parameters

Field handling
Device settings
Off, graphic received, delete graphic
Codpage
External parameters
Buzzer
Language (DE/GB/FR/ES/PT/NL/IT/DK/FI/PL)
Customized entry
Hotstart
Password protection
Layout confirmation/Print after measuring
Standard layout On/Off

I/O parameters IN signal level

OUT signal level
Debounce
Start signal delay
Error if not ready
Ready while printing

Network IP address
Net mask
Standard gateway
Speed / Duplex
DHCP
Printer name
MAC address

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Interface COM1/Baud/Parity/Data bits/Stop bit

SOH start sign, ETB end sign
Data memory
Port test

Emulation Emulation On/Off

Date & Time Set date/time

Summertime On/Off
Start of summertime (format)
Start of summertime (date)
Start of summertime (time)
End of summertime (format)
End of summertime (date)
End of summertime (time)
Time shifting

Service functions H / P / R1 / R2 / C / ENC

Paper counter
Heater resistance
Printhead temperature
Ribbon / ink side
Brake
Print examples
Input / Output
Diagnostic
Encoder Durchschnitt
Diagnostic counter
Online / Offline
Transfer ribbon prior warning
Warning diameter

CompactFlash card Load file

Save layout
Save configuration
Change directory
Delete file
Format
Free memory

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7.3 Print settings

Press key to access the function menu.

Press key to select the menu.

continuous mode Speed:

Indication of speed in mm/s
(see Technical data, page 17).
Contrast:
Indication of contrast in %.
intermittent mode
Value range: 10% to 200 %.
Step size: 10%.

Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

Ribbon control:
Examination if the transfer ribbon roll is to end or if the ribbon was torn
at the unwinding roll.
Off: The ribbon control is deselected, i.e. the direct print module
continues without an error message.
On: The ribbon control is selected, i.e. the current print order is
interrupted and an Error Message appears at the display.
strong sensibility: The direct print module reacts immediately to the
end of the transfer ribbon.
weak sensibility: The direct print module reacts at approx. 1/3 more
slowly to the end of the transfer ribbon.
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
X displacement:
Indication of displacement in X direction. The fields on the layout are
moved.
Value range: −90.0 … +90.0.

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7.4 Machine parameters (continuous mode)

Press key to access the function menu.

Press key as long as you arrive at the 'Machine parameters'
menu.
Press key to select the menu.

Mode:
It is not possible to start printing by the interface. The machine is
always in control mode and the print is released by the control input
'print start'. The operating mode is normally transferred with each
layout otherwise mode 'I/O dynamic continuous' is used as standard
operating mode.
With keys and you have the possibility to select res. change the
operating mode. At the moment the following modes are available:
IO ST = IO static:
The input signal is evaluated, i.e. it is printed as long as the signal
exists. The number of layouts, which was entered at print start, is
printed (level evaluation of print start signal).
IO ST F = IO static continuous:
Corresponds to IO static. Continuous means that not only a defined
number of pieces is processed but the same layout is printed as long
as new data is transferred by interface.
IO DY = IO dynamic:
The external signal is evaluated dynamically, i.e. in case the direct
print module is in 'waiting' mode a single layout is printed at each
signal changing (flank evaluation of print start signal).
IO DY F = IO dynamic continuous:
Corresponds to IO dynamic. Continuous means that not only a
defined number of pieces is processed but the same layout is printed
as long as new data is transferred by interface.
Test mode:
This operating mode corresponds to mode 2. After the return of the
print unit to the zero point of the machine, however, internally a further
cycle is started (endurance test).
Direct start:
A print order is transferred. After termination of generating process the
print order is executed without an external signal.

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Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

Print offset:
Indication of distance of the layout (res. the first layout in case more
layouts per cycles are to be printed) to the zero point of machine.
Settings possible either in mm or ms. Place cursor at the mm and/or
ms position, press key to change between mm and ms.
Value range: 1 … 999 mm

Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

Print position:
Indication of position of print carriage in mm.
Value range: 12 … 93 mm
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
Layouts/cycle:
Indication of number of printed layouts per print start (cycle).
Value range: 1 … 25.

Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

Check material speed at print start signal:
Off (Default): Material speed is only checked if the set offset value is
taken into consideration. It is possible to activate print start signal
although the material is not yet in move. However, until the end the
material speed has to be inside the valid speed sector as otherwise
the print order is cancelled.
On: Material speed is checked at print start signal. Is the material
speed outside of the valid speed sector then the start signal is
ignored.
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
Encoder resolution / material feed per encoder rotation:
his function indicates resolution of used encoder and material feed per
rotation of encoder in mm. These settings help measuring the material
speed.
The material feeding per encoder rotation corresponds for instance, in
a 1:1 translation between the encoder and the roller, to the roller
circumference.
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
Material speed:
Indication of material speed (only for reading purposes).

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7.5 Machine parameters (intermittent mode)

Press key to access the function menu.

Press key as long as you arrive at the 'Machine parameters'
menu.
Press key to select the menu.

Mode:
Selection of operating mode.
Mode 1 = Single item processing:
A print order with a defined number of pieces is transferred. After the
generating process the target number and the actual number of
pieces is shown in the display. A cycle is started via signal input 1 or
with key . With each cycle the actual number of pieces is
increased by the number of printed layouts. In case the target number
of pieces is reached the print order is finished and the display shows
again the main menu.
Mode 2 = Continuous mode:
A print order is transferred. After the generating process the number
of printed layouts is shown in the display. A cycle is started via signal
input 1 or with key . With each cycle the number of printed
layouts is increased. The print order is active as long as it is
terminated by the user or in case of new data transmission.
Mode 3 = Test mode:
This operating mode corresponds to mode 2. After the return of the
print unit to the zero point of the machine, however, internally a further
cycle is started (endurance test).
Mode 4 = Direct start:
A print order is transferred. After termination of generating process the
print order is executed without an external signal.
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
Back-Speed:
Indication of back speed of the print mechanics after print end in
mm/s.
Each cycle of the machine consists of printing and return to the zero
point of machine. It is possible to set the print speed and back speed
separately. The setting range for the back speed is between 50 and
600 mm/s.
Because of this value you can select for low machine clock cycles an
operating method which saves the material and increases in this way
the life of the printhead.
Because of the mass moment of inertia it could be better to reduce the
speed at an installation position of the print unit at >30° horizontal.
Value range: 50 … 600 mm/s.

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Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

Print offset:
Indication of distance of the layout (res. the first layout in case more
layouts per cycles are to be printed) to the zero point of machine.
Value range: 0 … 93 mm
Default: 0 mm

Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

Print position:
Indication of start position of print carriage in mm.
Value range: 0 … 93 mm
Default: 83 mm
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
Layouts/cycle:
Indication of the number of printed layouts per print start (cycle).
Value range: 1 … 25.

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7.6 Layout settings

Press key to access the function menu.

Press key as long as you arrive at the 'Layout settings' menu.
Press key to select the menu.

Print length:
Indication of way which the print mechanics has to move. The print
length depends on the length of the print mechanics.
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
Column printing:
Indication of width of one layout as well as how many layouts are
placed side by side (see chapter 12.1 Column printing, on page 95).
Taste to arrive at the next menu item.
Material selection:
Selection of the used print media..
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
Flip layout:
The axis of reflection is in the middle of the layout. If the layout width
was not transferred to the module, automatically the default layout
width i.e. the width of the printhead is used. Because of this reason
you have to note that the layout should have the same width as the
printhead as otherwise this could lead to problems in positioning.
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
Rotate layout:
As default the layout is printed with 0° head forward. In case of an
activated function, the layout is rotated by 180° and it is printed in
reading direction.
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
Alignment:
The adjustment of layout is effected only after 'flip/rotate label', i.e. the
adjustment is independent of the functions flip and rotate layout.
Left: The layout is aligned at the left-most position of printhead.
Centre: The layout is aligned at central point of printhead.
Right: The layout is aligned at right-most position of printhead.

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7.7 Ribbon save (continuous mode)

Press key to access the function menu.

Press key as long as you arrive at the 'Ribbon save' menu.
Press key to select the menu.

Press key and to select the desired ribbon save mode.

Mode:
Selection of ribbon save mode.
• Off: Ribbon save mode Off.
• Standard: Maximum ribbon save performance, i.e. with this
setting there is no loss of transfer ribbon (apart from the safety
distance of 1 mm, so the print fields are not printed one into the
other).
No settings are allowed with which the ribbon save no more
cannot be achieved. This particularly applies for the print offset,
which can only be adjusted now in the valid range
(see chapter 13.2, page 102).
• Shift: Label data can be printed several times laterally displaced.
A maximum utilization of transfer ribbon can be achieved
(see chapter 13.3, page 105).
• SaveStrt: No start signal loss, direct print module regulates the
ribbon save quality automatically according to requirement.
Automatic layout ribbon save and field ribbon save, each without
feedback (see chapter 13.4, page 108).
Speed:
Determination of max. print speed.
On the base of this value all necessary calculations e.g. feedback
distance and smallest possible print offset are being calculated.

Example: Speed = 400 Very good ribbon save result between

Mode = Standard 50 mm/s and 400 mm/s.

However, if you print with a speed higher than 400 mm/s, then the
ribbon save result is decreased and/or the ribbon save can no longer
be executed, because the back-feed way was designed to 400 mm/s.
Please consider: if speed is set to 400 and only 300 mm/s are printed,
then a smaller number of cycles is reached as if speed is set to 300,
however a reserve of 100 mm/s is still available.
Therefore the speed value should be always set to the maximum print
speed. If the number of cycles is not sufficient, the rewind correction
should be applied.

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7.8 Ribbon save (intermittent mode)

Press key to access the function menu.

Press key as long as you arrive at the 'Ribbon save' menu.
Press key to select the menu.

Press key and to select the desired ribbon save mode.

Mode:
Slection of ribbon save mode.
• Off: Optimierung aus.
• Standard: Maximum ribbon save performance, i.e. with this
setting there is no loss of transfer ribbon (apart from the safety
distance of 1 mm, so the print fields are not printed one into the
other).
No settings are allowed with which the ribbon save no more
cannot be achieved. This particularly applies for the print offset,
which can only be adjusted now in the valid range
(see chapter 13.5, page 109).
• Shift: Label data can be printed several times laterally displaced.
A maximum utilisation of transfer ribbon can be achieved
(see chapter 13.6, page 110).

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7.9 Device settings

Press key to access the function menu.

Press key as long as you arrive at the 'Device settings' menu.
Press key to select the menu.

Field handling:
Off: The complete print memory is deleted.
Keep graphic: A graphic res. a TrueType font is transferred to the
direct print module once and stored in the direct print module internal
memory. For the following print order only the modified data is
transferred to the direct print module. The advantage is the saving of
transmitting time for the graphic data.
The graphic data created by the direct print module itself (internal
fonts, bar codes, ...) is generated only if they were changed. The
generating time is saved.
Delete graphic: The graphics res. TrueType fonts stored in the
internal memory is deleted but the other fields are kept.
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
Codepage:
Indication of the font used in the direct print module.
The following possibilities are available:
ANSI character set / Codepage 437 / Codepage 850 / GEM German /
GEM English / GEM French / GEM Swedish / GEM Danish.
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
External parameters:
Layout dimension only: The parameters for layout length, gap
length and layout width can be transferred to the printing system. All
other parameter settings are to be made directly at the printing
system.
On: Sending parameters such as print speed and contrast via our
creation software to the printing system. Parameters which are set
directly at the printing system before are no longer considered.
Off: Only settings made directly at the printing system are considered.
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
Buzzer:
An acoustic signal is audible when pressing a key.
Value range: 1 … 7.
Off: No signal is audible.
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
Language:
Selection of language in which you want to display the text in the
display.
At the moment the following languages are available: German,
English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, Italian, Danish, Finnish,
Polish, Czech and Russian.

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Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

Customized entry:
On: The question referring the customized variable appears once
before the print start at the display.
Auto: The question referring the customized variable appears after
every printed layout.
Off: No question appears at the display. In this case the stored default
value is printed.
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
Hotstart:
On: Continue an interrupted print order after switching on the direct
print module anew.
Off: After switching off the direct print module the complete data is
lost (see chapter 12.3, on page 98).
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
Password:
By a password several functions can be blocked, so the user cannot
work with them. There are several applications in which the use of
password protection makes sense (see chapter 12.2 Password, on
page 96).
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
Layout confirmation:
On: A new print order is only printed after confirmation at the device.
An already active continuing print order is printed as long as the
confirmation is effected at the device.
Off: No query appears at the display of control unit.
P/Me (print after measuring):
On: If an error occurred during printing, whose removal can be
recognized by the module (e.g. transfer ribbon end, cassette open),
then the module changes after the error correction (e.g. cassette
closed again) immediately in the 'ready' mode.
Off: After removal and confirmation of error, the module changes into
'stopped' mode.
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
Standard layout:
On: If a print order is started without previous definition of layout, the
standard label is printed.

Off: If a print order is started without previous definition of layout, an

error message appears in the display.

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7.10 I/O parameters

Press key to access the function menu.

Press key as long as you arrive at the 'I/O parameters' menu.
Press key to select the menu.

IN signal level:
Indication of signal at which a print order is started.
+ = active signal level is 'high' (1)
− = active signal level is 'low' (0)
x = not activated signal level
*
s = status can be affected by interface
The modification of the signal level is only taken into consideration for
the operating modes I/O static, I/O dynamic, I/O static continuous and
I/O dynamic continuous.
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
OUT signal level:
Indication of signal level for output signal.
+ = active signal level is 'high' (1)
− = active signal level is 'low' (0)
s = status can be affected by interface*

Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

Debounce:
Indication of debounce time of the dispenser input. The setting range
of the debounce time is between 0 and 100 ms.
In case the start signal is not clear then you can debounce the input
by means of this menu item.
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
Start signal delay (intermittent mode only):
Indication in time per second of the delay for the start signal.
Value range: 0.00 … 9.99.
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
Error if not ready:
On: If a print order is active but the direct print module is not ready to
process the order (e.g. if it is already in 'printing' mode), then an error
message appears.
Off: No error message appears.
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
Ready while printing:
Indication if the output signal 'print ready' (Out 5, Output II) remains
active while printing.
Off: At print start the 'print ready' signal is inactive (default setting).
On: At print start the 'print ready' signal remains active.

*
in combination with Netstar PLUS
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7.11 Network

Press key to access the function menu.

Press key as long as you arrive at the network menu.

For more information, please see the separate manual.

7.12 Interface

Press key to access the function menu.

Press key as long as you arrive at the 'Interface' menu.
Press key to select the menu.

COM1:
0 - serial interface Off.
1 - serial interface On.
2 - serial Interface On, no error message occurs in case of a
transmission error.
Baud rate:
Indication of bits which are transferred per second.
Following values are possible: 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400
and 115200.
P = Parity:
N - No parity; E - Even; O - Odd
Please observe that the settings correspond to those of the direct print
module.
D = Data bits
Setting of data bits. Value range: 7 or 8 Bits.
S = Stop bits
Indication of stop bits between bytes. Value range: 1 or 2 stop bits.
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
SOH: Start of data transfer block Hex format 01
ETB: End of data transfer block Hex formal 17
Two different start / en signs can be set. The settings are normally
SOH = 01 HEX and ETB = 17 HEX. Several host computers cannot
process these signs and therefore SOH = 5E HEX and ETB = 5F
cannot be set.
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
Data memory:
Standard: After starting a print order the direct print module buffer
receives data as long as it is filled.
Advanced: During a current print order data is received and
processed.
Off: After starting a print order no more data is received.
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
Porttest:
Check whether the data are transferred via the interface.
Press the and keys to select standard (on). Press the key
and the data sent via any port (COM1, LPT, USB, TCP/IP) is printed.

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7.13 Emulation

Press key to access the function menu.

Press key as long as you arrive at the 'Emulation' menu.

Press key to select the menu.

Protocol:
CVPL: Carl Valentin Programming Language
®
ZPL: Zebra Programming Language
®
Change between CVPL protocol and ZPL II protocol.

Press key to confirm the selection.

®
The printer performs a restart and ZPL II commands are transformed
into CVPL commands internally by the printer and then executed by
the printer.
Press key in menu protocol to arrive at the next menu item.
Printhead resolution:
®
At activated ZPL II emulation the printhead resolution of the emulated
printer must be set, e.g. 11.8 Dot/mm (= 300 dpi).

NOTICE!
®
If the printhead resolution of the Zebra printer differs from that
of the Valentin printer, then the size of objects (e.g. texts,
graphics) complies not exactly.
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
Drive mapping:
®
The access to Zebra drives
B: Memory Card
R: RAM Disk (standard drive, if not indicated)
is rerouted to the corresponding Valentin drives
A: Memory Card (slot 1) and/or Compact Flash
B: Memory Card (slot 2)
R: RAM Disk
This can be necessary if the available space on the RAM disk (at
present. 512 KByte) is not sufficient or if bitmap fonts are downloaded
to the printer and be stored permanently.

NOTICE!
®
As the printer built-in fonts in Zebra printers are not available
in Valentin printers, this can cause small differences in the text
image.

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7.14 Date & time

Press key to access the function menu.

Press key as long as you arrive at the 'Date/time' menu.
Press key to select the menu.

Set date and time:

The upper line of display shows the current date, the second line the
current time.
With keys and you can change to the next or previous field. With
keys and you can increase and/or decrease the displayed
values.
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
Summertime:
On: Direct print module automatically adjust clock for daylight saving
changes.
Off: Summertime is not automatically recognized and adjusted.
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
Start of summertime (format):
Select the format in which you want to define beginning summertime.
The above example indicates the default setting (European format).
DD = day; WW = week; WD = weekday; MM = month; YY = year;
next day = only the next day is taken into consideration
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
Start of summertime (date):
By means of this function you can enter the date at which summertime
has to start. This entry refers to the previously selected format.
Example: summertime is automatically adjusted at last Sunday in
March (03).
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
Start of summertime (time):
By means of this function you can define the time when you want to
start summertime.
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
End of summertime (format):
Select the format in which you want to define end of summertime.
The above example indicates the default setting (European format).
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
End of summertime (date):
By means of this function you can define the date when you want to
stop summertime. The entry refers to the previously selected format.
Example: summertime is automatically adjusted at last Sunday in
October (10).
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
End of summertime (time):
By means of this function you can define the time when you want to
stop summertime.
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
Time shifting:
By means of this function you can enter time shifting in hours and
minutes (for automatically adjustment from summer and wintertime).
This entry refers to the currently set direct print module time.

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7.15 Service functions

NOTICE!
In order that the distributor res. the manufacturer can provide
fast support in case of malfunction, the direct print module is
equipped with the Service functions menu.
Necessary information such as set parameters is indicated
directly at the direct print module.
More information such as firmware or font version is shown in
main menu (see chapter 7.16 on page 66).

Press key to access the function menu.

Press key as long as you arrive at the 'Service functions' menu.
Press key to select the menu.

Photocell parameters:
H = cover switch.
0 = open cover; 1 = closed cover.
P = compressed air control
Value range: 0 or 1.
R1 = transfer ribbon rewinding roll
Indication of transfer ribbon rewinding roll status.
4 states are indicated (no marking in photocell, marking from right,
marking from left, marking completely in photocell).
R2 = transfer ribbon unwinding roll
Indication of transfer ribbon unwinding roll status.
4 states are indicated (no marking in photocell, marking from right,
marking from left, marking completely in photocell).
C = Carriage
Indication of print carriage position.
ENC = Encoder
Indication of current state of encoder
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
Paper counter:
D: Indication of printhead attainment in meters.
G: Indication of direct print module attainment in meters.
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
Heater resistance:
To achieve a high print quality, the indicated Ohm value must be set
after an exchange of printhead.
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
Printhead temperature:
Indication of printhead temperature. The printhead temperature
corresponds normally to the room temperature. In case the maximum
printhead temperature is exceeded, the current print order is
interrupted and an error message appears at the direct print module
display.

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Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

Ribbon / Ink side:
Ribbon: Selection of the used transfer ribbon length (300 m, 450 m,
600 m, 900 m or 1000 m). With smaller ribbons, a higher number of
cycles can be reached.
Ink side:
Selection of the coating side of transfer ribbon, either outside or
inside.
Default: Coating outside
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
BrkPow:
Adjustment of brake power for acceleration and braking in %.
BrkPowP:
Adjustment of brake power during printing.
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
Print examples:
Settings: Printout of all settings such as speed, and transfer ribbon
material.
Bar codes: Printout of all available bar code types.
Fonts: Printout of all available font types.
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
Input/Output:
Indication of signal level which indicates the signal a print order is
started.
0 - Low; 1 - High
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
Diagnostic:
Press key to access the diagnostic menu.

Encoder Profiling:
The encoder values with print start in logging files are registered on
CF card. By means of this data, a graphic chart of the encoder curve
can be created.
For further information please contact our support department.
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
Diameter of transfer ribbon rolls:
DiaRW = Diameter of transfer ribbon rewinding roll.
DiaRU = Diameter of transfer ribbon unwinding roll.
Taste to arrive at the next menu item.
Encoder average:
Number of values by which the encoder signals is averaged. The
more higher the value the more slowly react the device to speed
modifications.
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
Diagnostic - Counter:
Relevant results are counted and registered in RAM memory. The
protocole get lost after switching off the device.
IgnrStrt = Counter for ignored start signals.
IntPrts = Counter for cancelled print orders.

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Select with the cursor the value for which you need more information
and then press key .
NJb = No job
Counter for ignored start signals because the print order was not
active.
NRd = Not ready
Counter for ignored start signals because the print order was not
ready (stopped or error message).
Prt = Printing
Counter for ignored start signals, during the device prints/is active.
MS/I = Manual stopped/interrupted
Stop key onto foil keyboard, panel or in a program was pressed.
ItfI = Interface interrupted
The print order was cancelled because new data was received by an
interface.
SpedS = Speed stopped
The print order was cancelled because the measured print speed was
too slow.
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
Online/Offline:
This function is activated e.g. if the transfer ribbon is to be changed. It
is avoided that a print order is processed although the module is not
ready. If the function is activated then press the key to change
between Online and Offline mode. The respective state is indicated in
the display.
Standard: Off
Online: Data can be received by interface. The keys of the foil
keyboard are only active, if you changed in the Offline mode with key
.
Offline: The keys of the foil keyboard are still active but received data
are not processed. If the module is again in Online mode then new
print orders can be again received.
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
TRB = Transfer ribbon advance warning:
Before the end of transfer ribbon, a signal is send by the control
output.
Warning diameter:
Setting of transfer ribbon advance warning diameter.
In case you enter a value in mm then a signal appears via control
output when reaching this diameter (measured at transfer ribbon roll).
v = Reduced print speed:
Setting of the reduced print speed. This can be set in the limits of the
normal print speed. Additionally there are the following settings:
−: No reduced print speed
0: Printer stops at reaching the warning diameter and indicates 'ribbon
error'.

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7.16 Main menu

After switching on the direct print module the display shows the
following:
The first line of main menu indicates used device type.
The second line indicates current date and time.

Press key and the display shows the following:

The second line of display indicates version number of firmware.

After a short time the indication of display returns automatically to
main menu.

Press again key and the display shows the following:

Indication of software Build version.

Press again key and the display shows the following:

Indication of firmware creation date.

Press again key and the display shows the following:

Indication of firmware creation time.

Press again key and the display shows the following:

Indication of font version of bitmap fonts.

Press again key and the display shows the following:

Indication of font version of vector fonts.

Press again key and the display shows the following:

Indication of FPGA version number.

Press again key and the display shows the following:

Indication of storage capacity of device in MB.

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Press again key and the display shows the following:

Indication of memory size of FLASHs in MB.

Press again key and the display shows the following:

Indication of version number for first processor (motor control).

Press again key and the display shows the following:

Indication of version number for second processor (motor control).

Press again key and the display shows the following:

Indication of version number for third processor (I/O control)

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7.17 Display during printing

The direct print module is in 'waiting' mode, i.e. ready to receive data.
Press key to interrupt an active print order. The display shows the
consumption of transfer ribbon:

Layoutnam: Name of the printed layout

ST: Status
ST = Stopped
RD = Ready
C: Counter
Indication of already printed layouts
100%: Transfer ribbon in %
RRR: Reserved

Press key key to continue the interrupted print order.

In case an active print order was interrupted by means of key and
afterwards key pressed, then the print order was cancelled and the
direct print module changes to the main menu.

During the print order the number of layouts which already printed is
indicated. Press the key to change to the menu item 'material
speed'.

Press the key to change to the menu item 'print offset'. The print
offset can be changed during the running print order.

Press once more the key and the direct print module changes
again to the initial position, i.e. to the 'waiting' mode.

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8 Compact Flash card

This print module series are equipped at the rear with a slot for
Compact Flash card. By means of this memory card you can
permanently save via interface graphics, text, layout data or
information from database.
NOTICE!
In case of a malfunction of your original memory card we
recommend a copy of your most important data. Please use a
commercial Compact Flash reader for PC.

Insertion and removal Insert Compact Flash card with contact side forwards to the slot that
of Compact Flash card was planned for it.
In order to prevent wrong insertion of cards, both sides of Compact
Flash cards have different guiding.
A small part of Compact Flash card is visible at the support at the
direct print module rear, so you can remove the card easily with hand.
NOTICE!
Please note that we support only Compact Flash cards of type
1 at the moment. The use of micro drives is not intended at this
time.

File and/or The direct print module handles your Compact Flash card as a DOS
directory name compatible file system.
After formatting Compact Flash card the STANDARD directory is
automatically available. After switching on the direct print module or
inserting Compact Flash card, this directory is the current one. Main
and sub-directories are indicated in <> (e.g. <Directory>).
NOTICE!
The maximum length of directory is 254 characters. It is not
allowed to use the following characters neither in file nor in
directory names:
:\" */<>?|

Press key to indicate the saved layouts onto the Compact Flash
card.

Press key to enter the Compact Flash card menu.

Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

Press key to return to the previous menu item.

Press key to select a menu and to confirm a query.
Press key and to browse the contents of the current directory.
Press key and to change to the indicated directory.
NOTICE!
Before first use of Compact Flash card in your direct print
module we recommend to format the card in your direct print
module.

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Selecting layout
Keys:

Press key and to select the desired label in STANDARD

directory.

Press key to select the layout.

Select the number of layouts which you want to print.

Press key to start the print order.

After finishing the print order the display shows again the main menu.

NOTICE!
It is NOT possible to change the directory. Enter the menu
'Change dir' to change the directory.

Loading file from

Keys: ,
Compact Flash card

Press key to select the 'Load file' menu item.

Select the file you want to load and confirm the selection with key .
The loaded layout is now in the printer internal storage and after the
loading procedure the display shows the main menu.

Press key and enter the desired number you want to print. Confirm
the selection with and the print order is started by an external
signal (Input 1, PIN 1 and PIN 4).

Saving layout onto

Keys: , ,
Compact Flash card

Press key to select the 'Save layout' menu item.

Select the directory and/or layout you want to save and confirm the
selection with key .

Confirm the query with and the layout will be saved.

After the saving procedure the display shows again the main menu.

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Saving the
Keys: , , ,
configuration

Press key to select the 'Save configuration' menu item.

As standard, the proposed file name is config.cfg. This name can be
changed by the user. In this file the parameters of print module are
saved which are not saved permanent in the internal Flash.

Press key to start the saving procedure.

After the saving procedure, the display shows again the main menu.

Changing the directory

Keys: , , , ,

Press key to select the 'Change directory' menu item.

The lower line of display shows the directory which is selected at the
moment.
Press key and to change the directory in the upper line.
Press key and to show all available directories.

Press key to confirm the selected directory.

After changing the directory the display shows again the main menu.

Deleting file from

Keys: , , , , ,
Compact Flash card

Press key to select the 'Delete file' menu item.

Select directory and/or layout you want to delete and confirm the
selection with key .

The selected layout is deleted from the Compact Flash card.

After the deleting procedure the display shows again the first menu
item 'Load file'.

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Formatting Compact NOTICE!

Flash card
The formatting procedure is recommended before using the
Compact Flash card for the first time in the label printer.

Keys: , , , , , ,

Press key to select the 'Format' menu item.

Press key to confirm the selection and the procedure is started.

When formatting the Compact Flash card the STANDARD directory is
automatically created.
After the formatting procedure the display shows again the 'Load file'
menu item.

Indication of free
Keys: , , , , , , ,
memory space

Press key to select the 'Free memory' menu item.

The still available memory space onto Compact Flash card is

indicated.

Press key to display again the 'Load file' menu item.

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9 Maintenance and cleaning

DANGER!
Risk of death by electric shock!
⇒ Disconnect the direct print module from power supply
before performing any maintenance work.

9.1 Cleaning the printhead

NOTICE!
When cleaning the label printer, personal protective equipment
such as safety goggles and gloves are recommended.
Printing can cause accumulation of dirt at printhead e.g. by colour
particles of transfer ribbon, and therefore it is necessary to clean the
printhead in regular periods depending on operating hours,
environmental effects such as dust etc.
CAUTION!
Printhead can be damaged!
⇒ Do not use sharp or hard objects to clean the
printhead.
⇒ Do not touch protective glass layer of the printhead.

• Remove ribbon cassette.

• Clean printhead surface with special cleaning pen or a cotton
swab dipped in pure alcohol.
• Allow printhead to dry for 2-3 minutes before commissioning the
device.

NOTICE!
The handling instructions for the use of Isopropanol (IPA) must
be observed. In the case of skin or eye contact, immediately
wash off the fluid thoroughly with running water. If the irritation
persists, consult a doctor. Ensure good ventilation.

9.2 Replacing the printhead

CAUTION!
The printhead can be damaged by static electricity
discharges and impacts!
⇒ Set up direct print module on a grounded, conductive
surface.
⇒ Ground your body, e.g. by wearing a grounded
wristband.
⇒ Do not touch contacts on the plug connections (2, 3).
⇒ Do not touch printing line (5) with hard objects or your
hands.

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Figure 24

Removing the • Remove ribbon cassette.

printhead
• Move printhead unit in an appropriate service position.
• Press printhead support (A) slightly downwards until an Allen key
can be inserted in the screws (B).
• Remove screws (B) and afterwards the printhead (C).
• Remove rear-mounted connection assembly from printhead

Installing the printhead • Insert connection assembly to the new printhead.

• Position printhead in printhead support (A), so the engaging
pieces catch in the appropriate holes in the printhead support (A).
• Hold printhead holder (A) with a finger slightly on the pressure roll
and check the correct position of printhead (C).
• Screw in screw (B) and tighten it with an Allen key.
• Insert again ribbon cassette (see chapter 5 on page 37).
• Enter the resistance value of the new printhead in the 'Service
Functions/Heater resistance'. The value is indicated on the type
plate of printhead.
• Start a test print to check printhead position.

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9.3 Angle adjustment*

The installation angle of the printhead is default 26° to the print

surface. However, manufacturing tolerances of printhead and
mechanics can require another angle.

CAUTION!
Damage of printhead by unequal use!
Higher wastage of ribbon by faster ripping.
⇒ Change factory settings only in exceptional cases.

• Loosen slightly two Allen head screws (A).

• Move adjusting part (B) to adjust the angle between printhead and
printhead support.
move downwards = decrease angle
move upwards = increase angle
• Tighten again the Allen head screws (A).
• Start a print order with approx. 3 layouts to check the correct
unwrinkled ribbon run.

NOTICE!
The slots (C) serve for position control. Pay attention to a
parallel adjustment.

*
intermittent mode
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9.4 Print quality optimisation

The following table shows some possibilities to improve the print
quality.
Generally you have to note: the higher the print speed the lower the
print quality.

Problem Possible solution

Regular inferior print quality • Increase contrast
• Increase pressure
• Control 'alternative' transfer ribbon guiding
• Reduce print speed
• Reduce transfer ribbon speed
• Reduce distance between printhead and print
surface
• Change combination of transfer ribbon and print
medium
• Control print surface (too soft)
• Change print angle

Partial inferior print quality • Align surface parallel to printhead

(on one side)
• Set regular transfer ribbon tension
• Set regular printhead angle

Partial inferior print quality (periodical) • Sharp surface even

• Reinforce surface against bending

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9.5 Cycle optimisation*

Taktzahl = abgeschlossener Druckzyklus pro Zeiteinheit.

In case of 'time critical' applications you have the possibility with a

good selection of different device parameters to increase the effective
print speed and it this way the clock cycle.
• Generally increase the print speed.
• Generally increase the back speed.
• Increase acceleration and brake ramp.
• Change zero point of machine.
• Avoid vertical installation position of print mechanics. Install the
machine in horizontal position.
• Control the short distance between printhead and print surface.
• Switch off foil saving automatic.
• Optimise the layout to a short print way, i.e. less blanks, no
borders at the top res. bottom, rotate the layout.

*
intermittent mode
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10 Signal diagrams

10.1 Continuous mode

NOTICE!
The line 'data receipt' indicates when the direct print module
receives data.

Dispensing mode: Number of layouts per print order: 1

Dynamic Data memory: standard
Ribbon save: On
Trigger input print start: increasing slope

Layout:
In 'dispensing mode: dynamic' the layout distance onto the material is
not determined by the layout length but by the time between start
impulse and print start input.
Because of the fact that the setting 'data memory: standard' the next
print order is generated after the previous one is finished and a print
order is only finished after the feed of the complete layout, the
smallest possible time between two start impulses depends also from
the layout length.
In case the printable data is only at the beginning of the layout and the
rest of the layout is empty, then it is possible to decrease the time of
start impulse by minimising the layout length (not for 'data memory:
extended').
Data receipt:
As soon as the generation of a layout is finished, a new one is send to
the direct print module. The time of receipt for the first layout is
normally shorter because at this time the direct print module has no
further action. At receipt of the following layout, the time of receipt is
longer because the direct print module receives data and prints at the
same time.
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Number of layouts per print order: 1

Data memory: extended
Ribbon save: On
Trigger input print start: increasing slope

Layout:
For a better comparison we used the same layouts as before.
Data receipt:
As soon as the generation of the layout is finished a new one is send
to the direct print module.
Data receipt/generation:
The time of receipt for the first layout is normally shorter because at
this time the direct print module has no further action. At receipt of the
following layout, the time of receipt is longer because the direct print
module receives data and prints at the same time.
Generation:
In mode 'data memory: extended' already received data is always
generated after the start of a print order.
Print order:
Before the current print order is finished the next one is already
generated. The signal output is therefore active and the next start
impulse can be send.
Print:
Before the next start impulse is send, the print has to be finished as
otherwise the impulse is ignored.

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Number of layouts per print order: 3

Data memory: Off/standard/extended
Ribbon save: On
Trigger input print start: increasing slope

Layout/generation with printer variables:

The use of printer variables means that each layout is different and
the direct print module has to generate several parts of the layout
anew, e.g. variable counter.
Layout/generation without printer variables:
Each of the 3 layouts which are to print are the same and therefore it
is only necessary to generate the layout once.
Data receipt:
Because only 1 print order is send, the direct print module has only to
receive once.
Print order:
As the print order consists of 3 layouts, the print order output is active
as long as all 3 layouts are printed.
Print start/print:
In dispensing mode dynamic only the slope of the start impulse is
recognised as valid print start signal. However, the impulse should
have a minimum impulse width of 50 ms.

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Dispensing Mode: Number of layouts per print order: 4

Static Data memory: Off/standard/extended
Ribbon save: On
Trigger input print start: level High

Layout:
4 layouts with counter

Print start/print:
In 'dispensing mode: static' the level of the start impulse is recognised
as valid start signal. In case the level is activated then the print is
continued immediately if the following layout is already generated.
After deleting the signal, the machine prints until the end of the current
layout and then the direct print module waits for the next start impulse.

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10.2 Intermittent mode

Mode 1
(single item
processing)

Mode 2
(continuous mode)

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Mode 4
(continuous mode,
return without 'layout
printing' signal)

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11 Error correction
Error message Cause Remedy

1 Line too high Line rises up completely or Move line down (increase Y
partly over the upper edge of value).
label.
Check rotation and font.

2 Line too low Line rises up completely or Move line up (reduce Y value).
partly over the bottom edge of
Check rotation and font.
label.

3 Character set One res. several characters of Change text.

the text is res. are not available
Change font.
in the selected font.

4 Unknown code type Selected code is not available. Check code type.

5 Invalid position Selected position is not Check position.

available.

6 CV font Selected font is not available. Check font.

7 Vector font Selected font is not available. Check font.

8 Measuring label While measuring no label was Check label length and if labels
found. are inserted correctly.
Set label length is too large. Restart measuring anew.

9 No label found No label available. Insert new label roll.

Soiled label photocell. Check if labels are inserted
correctly.
Labels not inserted correctly.
Clean the label photocell.

10 No ribbon During the print order the Change transfer ribbon.

ribbon roll becomes empty.
Check transfer ribbon photocell
Defect at the transfer ribbon (service functions).
photocell.

11 COM FRAMING Stop bit error. Check stop bits.

Check baud rate.
Check cable (printer and PC).

12 COM PARITY Parity error. Check parity.

Check baud rate.
Check cable (printer and PC).

13 COM OVERRUN Loss of data at serial interface Check baud rate.

(RS-232).
Check cable (printer and PC).

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Error message Cause Remedy

14 Field numer Received line number is invalid Check sent data.

at RS-232 and Centronics.
Check connection PC - printer.

15 Length mask Invalid length of received mask Check sent data.

statement.
Check connection PC - printer.

16 Unknown mask Transferred mask statement is Check sent data.

invalid.
Check connection PC - printer.

17 Missing ETB No end of data found. Check sent data.

Check connection PC - printer.

18 Invalid character One res. several characters of Change text.

the text is res. are not available
Change font.
in the selected font.

19 Invalid statement Unknown transferred data Check sent data.

record.
Check connection PC - printer.

20 Invalid check digit For check digit control the Calculate check digit anew.
entered res. received check
Check code data.
digit is wrong.

21 Invalid SC number Selected SC factor is invalid for Check SC factor.

EAN res. UPC.

22 Invalid number of Entered digits for EAN res. Check number of digits.
digits UPC are invalid
< 12; > 13.

23 Check digit Selected check digit calculation Check calculation of check

calculation is not available in the bar code. digit.
Check bar code type.

24 Invalid extension Selected zoom factor is not Check zoom factor.

available.

25 Offset sign Entered sign is not available. Check offset value.

26 Offset value Entered offset value is invalid. Check offset value.

27 Printhead Printhead temperature is too Reduce contrast.

temperature high.
Change printhead.
Defective printhead sensing
device.

28 Cutter error With cut an error occurred. Check label run.

Paper jam. Check cutter run.

29 Invalid parameter Entered data do not correspond Check code data.

to the characters allowed from
the application identifier.

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Error message Cause Remedy

30 Application Selected application identifier is Check code data.

Identifier not available in GS1-128.

31 HIBC definition F Missing HIBC system sign. Check definition of HIBC code.
Missing primary code.

32 System clock Real Time Clock function is Change battery.

selected but the battery is
Change RTC component.
empty.
Defective RTC.

33 No CF interface Interrupted connection CPU - Check connection CPU - CF

CF card. card interface.
Defective CF card interface. Check CF card interface.

34 No print memory No print CF found. Check CF assembly on CPU.

35 Printhead open At start of a print order the Close the printhead and start
printhead is open. print order anew.

36 BCD invalid format BCD error Check entered format.

Invalid format for the
calculation of Euro variable.

37 BCD overflow BCD error Check entered format.

Invalid format for the
calculation of Euro variable.

38 BCD division BCD error Check entered format.

Invalid format for the
calculation of Euro variable.

39 FLASH ERROR Flash component error. Run a software update.

Change CPU.

40 Length command Invalid length of the received Check data sent.

command statement.
Check connection PC - printer.

41 No drive CF card not found / not Insert CF card correctly.

correctly inserted.

42 Drive error Impossible to read CF card Check CF card, if necessary

(faulty). change it.

43 Not formatted CF Card not formatted. Format CF card.

44 Delete current Attempt to delete the actual Change directory.

directory directory.

45 Path too long Too long indication of path. Indicate a shorter path.

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Error message Cause Remedy

46 Drive write- Memory card is write-protected. Deactivate write protection.

protected

47 Directory not file Attempt to indicate a directory Correct your entry.

as file name.

48 File already open Attempt to change a file during Select another file.
an access is active.

49 No file/directory File does not exist on CF card. Check file name.

50 Invalid file name File name contains invalid Correct entry of name, remove
characters. special characters.

51 Internal file error Internal file system error. Please contact your distributor.

52 Root full The max. number (64) of main Delete at least one main
directory entries is reached. directory entry and create
subdirectories.

53 Drive full Maximum CF capacity is Use new CF Card, delete no

reached. longer required files.

54 File/directory The selected file/directory Check name, select a different

exists already exists. name.

55 File too large During copying procedure not Use a larger target card.
enough memory space onto
target drive available.

56 No update file Errors in update file of Start update file anew.

firmware.

57 Invalid graphic file The selected file does not Check file name.
contain graphic data.

58 Directory not empty Attempt to delete a not empty Delete all files and sub-
directory. directories in the desired
directory.

59 No interface No CF card drive found. Check connection of CF card

drive.
Contact your distributor

60 No CF card No CF card is inserted. Insert CF card in the slot.

61 Webserver error Error at start of web server. Please contact your distributor.

62 Wrong FPGA The direct print module is Please contact your distributor.
equipped with the wrong
FPGA.

63 End position The label length is too long. Check label length res. the
number of labels per cycle.
The number of labels per cycle
is too much.

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Error message Cause Remedy

64 Zero point Defective photocell. Change photocell.

65 Compressed air Pressure air is not connected. Check pressure air.

66 External releaser External print release signal is Check input signal.

missing.

67 Row too long Wrong definition of column Reduce the column width res.
width res. number of columns. correct the number of columns.

68 Scanner The connected bar code Check the connection

scanner signals a device error. scanner/printer.
Check scanner (dirty).

69 Scanner NoRead Bad print quality. Increase contrast.

Printhead completely soiled or Clean printhead or exchange (if
defective. necessary).
Print speed too high. Reduce print speed.

70 Scanner data Scanned data does not Exchange printhead.

correspond to the data which is
to print.

71 Invalid page As page number either 0 or a Select a number between 1

number > 9 is selected. and 9.

72 Page selection A page which is not available is Check the defined pages.
selected.

73 Page not defined The page is not defined. Check the print definition.

74 Format user guiding Wrong format for customised Check the format string.
entry.

75 Format date/time Wrong format for date/time. Check the format string.

76 Hotstart CF No CF card found. If option hotstart was activated,

a CF card must be inserted.
Switch off the printer before
inserting the memory card.

77 Flip/Rotate Selection of print of several It is only possible to select one

columns and also mirror/rotate. of both functions.

78 System file Loading of temporary hotstart Not possible.

files.

79 Shift variable Faulty definition of shift times Check definition of shift times.
(overlapping times).

80 GS1 Databar General GS1 Databar error. Check definition and parameter
of GS1 Databar code.

81 IGP error Protocol error IGP. Check sent data.

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Error message Cause Remedy

82 Time generation Printing creation was still active Reduce print speed.
at print start.
Use printers' output signal for
synchronisation.
Use bitmap fonts to reduce
generating time.

83 Transport protection Both DPM position sensors Displace zero point sensor
(start/end) are active.
Check sensors in service
functions menu

84 No font data Font and web data is missing. Run a software update.

85 No layout ID Label ID definition is missing. Define label ID onto the label.

86 Layout ID Scanned data does not Wrong label loaded from CF

correspond to defined ID. card.

87 RFID no label RFID unit cannot recognise a Displace RFID unit or use an
label. offset.

88 RFID verify Error while checking Faulty RFID label.

programmed data.
Check RFID definitions

89 RFID timeout Error at programming the RFID Label positioning.

label.
Faulty label.

90 RFID data Faulty or incomplete definition Check RFID data definitions.

of RFID data.

91 RFID tag type Definition of label data does not Check storage partitioning of
correspond with the used label. used label type

92 RFID lock Error at programming the RFID Check RFID data definitions.
label (locked fields).
Label was already
programmed.

93 RFID programming Error at programming the RFID Check RFID definitions.

label.

94 Scanner timeout The scanner could not read the

bar code within the set timeout
time.

Defective printhead. Check printhead.

Wrinkles in transfer ribbon. Check transfer ribbon.
Scanner wrong positioned. Position scanner correctly,
corresponding to the set
Timeout time too short.
feeding.
Select longer timeout time.

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Error message Cause Remedy

95 Scanner layout Scanner data does not Check adjustment of scanner.

difference correspond to bar code data.
Check scanner settings /
connection.

96 COM break Serial interface error. Check settings for serial data
transmission as well as cable
(printer-PC).

97 COM general Serial interface error. Check settings for serial data
transmission as well as cable
(printer-PC).

98 No software No printhead-FPGA data Please contact your

printhead FPGA available. responsible distributor.

99 Load software Error when programming Please contact your

printhead FPGA printhead-FPGA. responsible distributor.

100 Upper position Sensor signal up is missing Check input signals /

compressed-air supply.
(option APL 100).

101 Lower position Sensor signal down is missing Check input signals /
compressed-air supply.
(option APL 100).

102 Vacuum plate empty Sensor does not recognise a Check input signals /
label at vacuum plate compressed-air supply.
(option APL 100).

103 Start signal Print order is active but device Check start signal.
not ready to process it.

104 No print data Print data outside the defined Check selected module type.
label.
Check selection of left/right
Selection of wrong module type version.
(design software).

105 Printhead No original printhead is used. Check the used printhead.

Contact your distributor.

106 Invalid Tag type Wrong Tag type. Adapt data or use the correct
Tag type.
Tad data do not match the Tag
type in the printer.

107 RFID invalid RFID module is not activated. Activate RFID module or
remove RFID data from label
No RFID data can be
data.
processed.

108 GS1-128 invalid Transferred GS1-128 bar code Verify bar code data (see GS1-
is invalid. 128 bar code specification).

109 EPC parameter Error at EPC calculation. Verify data (see EPC
specification).

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Error message Cause Remedy

110 Housing open When starting the print order Close the housing cover and
the housing cover is not closed. start the print order anew.

111 EAN.UCC code Transferred EAN.UCC code is Verify bar code data (see
invalid. corresponding specification).

112 Print carriage Printing carriage does not Check gear belt (possibly
move. broken).

113 Applicator error Error while using applicator. Check applicator.

114 Left position Left final position switch is not Check LEFT final position
in correct position. switch for correct function and
position.
Check function of pneumatics
for cross traverse.

115 Right position Right final position switch is not Check RIGHT final position
in correct position. switch for correct function and
position.
Check function of pneumatics
for cross traverse.

116 Print position The print position is not correct. Check TOP and RIGHT final
position switch for correct
function and position.
Check pneumatics for function

117 XML parameter The parameters in the XML file Please contact your
are not correct. responsible distributor.

118 Invalid variable Transferred variable is invalid Select correct variable without
with customized entry. customized entry and transfer
it.

119 No ribbon During the print order the Change transfer ribbon.
ribbon roll becomes empty.
Check transfer ribbon photocell
Defect at the transfer ribbon (service functions).
photocell.

120 Wrong directory Invalid target directory when Target directory must not be
copying. within the source directory.
Check target directory.

121 No label found No label found at the rear Insert new label roll.
printhead (DuoPrint).
Clean the label photocell.
Soiled label photocell.
Check if labels are inserted
Labels not inserted correctly. correctly.

122 IP occupied The IP address was already Assign a new IP address.

assigned.

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Error message Cause Remedy

123 Print asynchronous The label photocell do not work Check label size and gap size.
in the order as it is expected
according to print data.

The settings of the photocell Check label photocell settings.

are not correct.

Settings of label size and gap Check correct loading of label

size are not correct. material.

No label found at the rear Insert new label roll.

printhead.

Soiled label photocell. Clean the label photocell.

Labels not inserted correctly. Check if labels are inserted

correctly.

124 Speed too slow Print speed is too slow. Increase the speed of
customers' machine.

125 DMA send buffer Communication problem HMI. Restart the printer.

126 UID conflict Configuration RFID Run RFID initialising.

programming faulty.

127 Module not found RFID module not available. Check the RFID module
connection.
Please contact your
responsible distributor.

128 No release signal No print release by higher-level Activate release signal at the
control (customer machine). higher-level control.

129 Wrong firmware Firmware does not match the Use firmware that fits to the
used printer type. printer type.
Please contact your
responsible distributor.

130 Language missing Language file for the set printer Please contact your
language is not available. responsible distributor.

131 Wrong material Label material does not fit to User label material with
printing data. suitable label and/or gap
length.

132 Invalid mark-up tag Invalid mark-up formatting Correct the formatting
characters in text. characters in the text.

133 Script not found LUA script file not found. Check the file name.

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Error message Cause Remedy

134 Script failure LUA script is incorrect. Check the script.

135 Script user error Error in LUA script user input. Correct the input value.

136 No reprint available No label data for reprinting Send new label data to the
available. printer.

137 Printhead short Electrical short at the printhead. Check the used printhead.
circuit
Please contact your distributor.

138 Too little ribbon Transfer ribbon ends. Change transfer ribbon.

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12 Additional information

12.1 Column printing

With this direct print module several columns can be printed, i.e. the
information of one column can be printed several times (depending on
its width) on a layout. Caused by this the use of the complete print
width is possible and the generating time is enormously reduced.
For example 4 columns with a width of 25 mm or 2 columns with a
width of 50 mm can be printed onto a layout with a width of 100 mm.
Please note that the first layout is always the one with the largest x
coordinate, i.e. it has the largest distance to the printhead.

Setting
Press key to change to the function menu.
column printing
Press key as long as to the 'Layout' menu.
Press key to confirm the selection.
Press key as long as the menu item (see illustration) appears.

Press key and to set the layout width. As column width the width
of one layout is entered, e.g. 20.0 mm.
Press key and to enter the number of columns.
Press key and to change the number of columns, e.g. 4 columns
at a layout width of 20.0 mm.

Press key to start a print with indication of number of layouts and

number of lines. The number of layouts corresponds to the number of
layouts that are to print.
e.g. columns: 3, items: 4

The first four layouts were printed but not layout 5 and 6.

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12.2 Password

Example 1 The supervisor programs a Compact Flash card directly with the direct
print module. He stores 10 different layouts. As well he adjusts the
printer parameters, like contrast, speed, etc. to the corresponding
values. The user is only supposed to read the layouts from memory
card and to print them. Therefore the supervisor blocks the function
menu and the entry function by a password.

Example 2 The printer is connected to a PC. The user is only supposed to take
the layouts dispensed by the printer and stick them on. To prevent,
that the layouts or the printer set-up will not be changed, the
supervisor blocks all printer functions (e.g. function menu, entry menu,
etc.) by a password.

Example 3 The user has to change several texts before printing. It is not allowed
to change any masks (fonts, position, etc.). Therefore the supervisor
blocks the entry of mask and the function menu. By this means the
user indeed can print layouts, but the printer set-up and the masks of
the layouts can't be changed.

To receive a most flexible password protection, the printer functions

will be divided into several function groups:

1. Function menu In the function menu the printer parameters can be changed (contrast,
speed, mode, ...). The password protection prevents modifications at
the printer settings.

2. Compact Flash card With the functions of your Compact Flash card layouts can be stored,
loaded, ....
Here the password protection has to separate, if none or only reading
functions are allowed.

3. Print functions With key quant a print can be produced. In case the printer is
connected to a PC, it can be useful, that the user is not able to
produce a print manually. So the password protection prevents that
prints can be produced manually.

Because of these different function groups the password protection is

very flexible. The printer can be adjusted best to its actual order, as
only certain functions are blocked.

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Password definition In case no password is defined res. the password protection is not
activated, all functions can be used. In the function menu you will find
the menu item 'Password', where the password can be entered and
the password protection activated.

Press key as long as to the 'Password' menu.

Press key to confirm the selection.

Meaning of abbreviations:
F Function menu
CF Compact Flash card functions
D Print functions

In case the password protection is active, but the function menu is not
protected, the password
(4-digit number between 0000 and 9999) has to be entered first, so
the above shown display appears. Now changes can be done. In the
first line the user can define the password (4-digit number).

Press key to continue.

Press key and to activate/deactivate the password protection
(yes/no).
Press key to change to the second line.
Press key and to block/release individual function groups.
Press key and to change from one group to the next one.

F: Function menu 0...open

1...locked
CF: Compact Flash card 0...open
1...only reading access
2...access blocked
D: Printer guiding 0...open
1...open
2...no manual print release

Activate blocked In case the user wants to perform a blocked function, he has to enter
function the valid password first.

The entered password has to be confirmed with E. In case the correct

password has been entered the desired function can be performed. If
the entered password was invalid no error message appears but the
main menu will be displayed.

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12.3 Hotstart

NOTICE!
The data is saved onto CF card. Therefore the CF card is a
condition for the Hotstart menu item.

The function hotstart contains e.g. that in case of a power failure the
currently loaded layout can be further processed without any loss of
data.
Moreover a print order can be interrupted and to be continued after
switching on the printer anew.

NOTICE!
At an active hotstart all necessary data is stored on the
Compact Flash therefore do not remove the card during
operation. When removing during operation, this causes the
loss of all data on the Compact Flash Card.

Saving the In case the hotstart function is set to on, at the start of a print order the
current layout data of the current layout is saved to the corresponding directory of
the Compact Flash card.
However the following conditions have to be fulfilled:
• Compact Flash card inserted in drive A
• Compact Flash card not write protected
• Enough free storage space onto Compact Flash card
An error message appears in case these conditions are not fulfilled.

Saving the printer At switching off the printer the state of the current print order is saved
order state to the corresponding directory of the Compact Flash Card.
However the following conditions have to be fulfilled:
• Compact Flash card inserted in drive A
• Compact Flash card not write protected
• Enough free storage space onto Compact Flash card

Loading a layout and In case the hotstart function is set to On, at a new start of printer the
printer order state saved layout data and the print order state is loaded from the
corresponding file on the Compact Flash card. Because of this reason
a Compact Flash card has to be inserted at switching on the printer. In
case it is impossible to load the data an error message appears.

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Starting the print order In case at switching off the direct print module a print order was
active, then a print start is released automatically and the required res.
actual number of printed layouts is refreshed.
In case the print order was stopped at switching off the direct print
module, it is again set to the stopped mode after switching on the
direct print module anew.
In case a customized entry was active during switching off the direct
print module, the window for the first customized variable is displayed.

Refreshing the As in the intended file only the start values of the counter are saved,
variable counter they are refreshed at a new start of the print order by means of the
number of printed layouts. Each counter is counted corresponding
from its start value. Afterwards the position of the current and the next
counter update are correctly set by means of the update intervals.

NOTICE!
Make sure that in case graphics are onto the layout they have
to be saved onto Compact Flash card.

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13 Ribbon save

13.1 Explication
Optimierung = maximum utilisation of transfer ribbon
Layout

Transfer ribbon
without ribbon save

\---/ \--/

Layout ribbon save

Field ribbon save

Transfer ribbon
with ribbon save

Procedure In principle the ribbon save is achieved by the way that the transfer
ribbon in phases in those no printing is effected stopped or
decelerated. If sufficient time is available, the transfer ribbon which
was not used for printing can be retracted to print on it afterwards.
The possibility of ribbon save and in this way of the print quality are to
be connected with the available time which is needed for decelerating
and accelerating of transfer ribbon.
There are two different types of ribbon save:

Field ribbon save It is tried to save transfer ribbon with gaps within the layout. Because
of the fact that the gaps are usually very small, only little time is
available. Therefore a feedback is not reasonable (lack of time).

Layout ribbon save The gaps between the layouts are optimised. Usually more time is
available here. The loss of transfer ribbon between the layouts which
result from accelerating and decelerating of transfer ribbon can be
corrected by means of the return.

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13.2 Standard ribbon save (continuous mode)

Press key to access the function menu.

Press key as long as you arrive at the 'Ribbon save' menu.

Press key to select the menu.

Press key and to select the ribbon save mode 'Standard'.

Press key to access the following menu item.

R-Correction
0 mm = It is always so far retracted that an optimal ribbon save is
reached (no loss of transfer ribbon). This is rather rarely realised, as
the ribbon position can deviate because of inaccuracies at speed
measurement (encoder).
Default: -1 mm
−xx mm = The feedback can be made smaller. It causes loss of
transfer ribbon but the number of cycles is increased. If the value is
increased to the complete backfeed length then the direct print
module sets automatically the max. value and no more backfeed is
accomplished.
+xx mm = The feedback can be made larger. This causes that it is
printed onto the transfer ribbon in the previous printout.

Example
W
W
W
W
W
W
W
W

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Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

Performance information:
sa/mm: The smallest possible distance of two prints with full ribbon
save (the print offset must be set to the minimum value). As basis for
the calculation the set ribbon save parameters are used, as well as
mode and especially the indicated max. print speed.

cmin: Max. number of cycles per minute.

so/mm: Indicates the loss of ribbon save, i.e. how many mm transfer
ribbon is effectively lost.

Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

ExpertParameters:
This menu item is password protected. Enter password, press key
to confirm the input and the following parameters are indicated:

PhDownT = printhead down time in ms:

This is used from ribbon save algorithm for the calculation of start time
of printhead downwards movement.
REStartT = ribbon motor early start time in ms:
This value is added to the acceleration time of transfer ribbon
movement. Time indication for the time between 'motor reached
material speed' and 'printhead burns'.
If the same value is entered as for PhDownT, the printhead upwards
movement is not started before the transfer ribbon motor reached the
material speed.
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
MinSpeed = minimal print speed:
If the min. print speed is increased, the max. number of cycles is also
increased.
Calcoff = Turn On/Off print offset border calculation:
If this parameter is set to Off, then a smaller offset as the required
print offset can be entered.

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Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

PHupT = printhead up time in ms:
Is used from ribbon save algorithm to calculate if a field ribbon save
can be made or not.
PhVReactT = valve reaction time in ms:
It is calculated when the printhead upwards movement is started.
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
RibMotStpDlayT = ribbon motor stop delay time
Delay time in ms in which the transfer ribbon motor is still moved with
constant speed before stopping.
This can be used to correct black bars at the end of print or to provide
a longer cooling for the printhead.
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
FieldRS = field ribbon saving:
Off: Field ribbon save mode Off.
PHOnly: Only the printhead is moved. The transfer ribbon is not
stopped.
Normal: Field ribbon save is executed only if the transfer ribbon motor
is completely stopped.
Strong: Field ribbon save is executed, even if the transfer ribbon
motor is not stopped.
Rwind v = rewind speed in mm/s:
Indication of rewind in mm/s.
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
Speed 1. Field:
If 0 (default value) is set, the parameter has no influence to the ribbon
save. Otherwise the ribbon save algorithm does not use the measured
speed for the calculation of layout ribbon save but the speed that is
indicated here.
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
Tension:
Indication of length, which is transported forward after measuring the
transfer ribbon.

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13.3 Shift ribbon save (continuous mode)

Press key to access the function menu.

Press key as long as you arrive at the 'Ribbon save' menu.

Press key to select the menu.

Press key and to select the ribbon save mode 'Shift'.

Press key to arrive at the following menu item.

X-Shift and Y-Shift

X-Shift:
Indication of displacement of the printout in X direction. The printout
can be displaced by the entry of a positive or negative value in both
directions.
Y-Shift:
Indication of displacement of the printout in printing direction. Enter
value 0 in order to achieve a print result in which the columns are
arranged side by side on the transfer ribbon.

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Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

Lanes / R-Shift
Lanes:
Indication of number of lanes printed side by side.
R-Shift:
Indication of distance when changing to a new lane.

Example X-Shift: 2 mm; Y-Shift: −3 mm X-Shift: 2 mm; Y-Shift: −3 mm

Lanes: 2; R-Shift: −5 Lanes: 2; R-Shift: +3 mm

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Example X-Shift: 0 mm; Y-Shift: −10 mm; Lanes: 2; R-Shift: 0 mm

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Supposed that the print speed is so high that no field ribbon save is
possible, but after a lane enough time is available then by means of
the shift ribbon save the gap of the fields can be filled with suitable
layouts

Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

ExpertParameters:
This menu item is password protected. Enter password, press key
to confirm the input.
Please find the description of ExpertParameters in chapter 13.2,
page 102).

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13.4 SaveStrt ribbon save (continuous mode)

Press key to access the function menu.

Press key as long as you arrive at the 'Ribbon save' menu.

Press key to select the menu.

Press key and to select the ribbon save mode 'SaveStrt'.

Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

ExpertParameters:
This menu item is password protected. Enter password and press key
to confirm the input.
Please find the description of Experten Parameters in chapter 13.2,
page 102).

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13.5 Standard ribbon save (intermittent mode)

Press key to access the function menu.

Press key as long as you arrive at the 'Ribbon save' menu.

Press key to select the menu.

Press key and to select the ribbon save mode 'Standard'.

Press key to arrive ath the following menu item.

R-Correction
Please find the description of the function in chapter 13.2, page 102.

Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

ExpertParameters:
This menu item is password protected. Enter password, press key
to confirm the input and the following parameters are indicated:

PhDownT = printhead down time in ms:

Is used from the ribbon save algorithm to calculate the start of the
printhead downwards movement.
PhUpT = printhead up time in ms:
Is used from the ribbon save algorithm to calculate if a field ribbon
save is possible or not.
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
PhVReactT = valve reaction time in ms:
The time is calculated when the printhead upwards movement is
started.
Press key to arrive at the next menu item.
Tension / Ribbon Mode
Tension: Indication of length that is transported forwards after
measuring the transfer ribbon.
Ribbon Mode:
0: The transfer ribbon is retracted after each printout over the
complete print length, i.e. no ribbon save between the individual
layouts.
1: The transfer ribbon is only retracted over the printed sector, i.e. the
gaps between the layouts were not optimised.
When changing the layouts, the transfer ribbon is positioned
automatically.

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13.6 Shift ribbon save (intermittent mode)

Press key to access the function menu.

Press key as long as you arrive at the 'Ribbon save' menu.

Press key to select the menu.

Press key and to select the ribbon save mode 'Shift'.

Press key to access the following menu item.

X-Shift / Y-Shift
Pleas find the description of the function in chapter 13.3, page 105.

Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

Lanes / R-Shift
Please find the description of the function in chapter 13.3, page 105.

Press key to arrive at the next menu item.

ExpertParameters:
This menu item is password protected. Enter password an press key
to confirm the input.
Please find the description of ExpertParameters in chapter 13.5,
page 109.

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14 Environmentally-Friendly Disposal
Manufacturers of B2B equipment are obliged to take back and
dispose of old equipment that was manufactured after 13 August
2005. As a principle, this old equipment may not be delivered to
communal collecting points. It may only be organised, used and
disposed of by the manufacturer. Valentin products accordingly
labelled can therefore be returned to Carl Valentin GmbH.
This way, you can be sure your old equipment will be disposed of
correctly.
Carl Valentin GmbH thereby fulfils all obligations regarding timely
disposal of old equipment and facilitates the smooth reselling of these
products. Please understand that we can only take back equipment
that is sent free of carriage charges.
Further information on the WEEE directive is available on our website
www.carl-valentin.de.

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15 Index

C
Cable space ....................................................................................... 31
Column printing .................................................................................. 95
Compact Flash card ......................................................... 69, 70, 71, 72
Connection ......................................................................................... 34
Continuous mode
Material speed .................................................................................. 9
Print principle .................................................................................... 9
Contiuous mode
Material guiding ................................................................................ 9

D
Delivery scope .................................................................................... 29
Display indications during printing ...................................................... 68

E
Encoder, pin assignment .................................................................... 27
Environmentally-friendly disposal ..................................................... 111
Error messages/Error corrections 85, 86, 87, 88, 89, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94

F
Figures.............................................................................................. 7, 8
Function menu
Date/time ........................................................................................ 62
Device settings ......................................................................... 57, 58
Emulation ........................................................................................ 61
I/O parameters ................................................................................ 59
Interface .......................................................................................... 60
Layout settings ................................................................................ 54
Machine parameters (continuous mode) .................................. 50, 51
Machine parameters (intermittent mode).................................. 52, 53
Network ........................................................................................... 60
Print settings ................................................................................... 49
Ribbon save (continuous mode) ..................................................... 55
Ribbon save (intermittent mode) .................................................... 56
Service functions ................................................................ 63, 64, 65

H
Hotstart ......................................................................................... 98, 99

I
Important notes .................................................................................... 6
Initiation .............................................................................................. 35
Initiation, preparations ........................................................................ 34

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Inputs/outputs ..................................... 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26
Installation at machines ...................................................................... 30
Instructions ........................................................................................... 5
Intended use ..................................................................................... 5, 6
Intermittent mode, print position ......................................................... 10
Intermittent mode, print principle ........................................................ 10

K
Keyboard
Customized mode ........................................................................... 42
Standard mode ............................................................................... 41
Text entry/customized entry ........................................................... 43

M
Main menu .................................................................................... 66, 67
Maintenance/cleaning
Angle adjustment ............................................................................ 75
Cycle optimisation (intermittent mode) ........................................... 77
Print quality optimisation ................................................................. 76
Printhead, cleaning ......................................................................... 73
Printhead, replacing .................................................................. 73, 74
Menu structure
Continuous mode...................................................................... 45, 46
Intermittent mode ...................................................................... 47, 48

O
Operating conditions ........................................................ 13, 14, 15, 16

P
Password protection ..................................................................... 96, 97
Pneumatic power supply, connection ................................................. 32
Pressure power, adjusting .................................................................. 33
Print control ........................................................................................ 35

R
Ribbon cassette, insert
Coating inside ................................................................................. 38
Coating outside ............................................................................... 37
Increasing clamping force (ribbon roll) ........................................... 39

S
Safety Instructions ........................................................................ 11, 12
Safety notes ................................................................................. 11, 12
Signal diagrams
Continuous mode.......................................................... 79, 80, 81, 82
Intermittent mode ...................................................................... 83, 84

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T
Technical data .................................................................................... 17

U
Unpacking .......................................................................................... 29

W
Warnings ............................................................................................ 12

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