Monarch 6030TM User manual

Operator’s Handbook

M

Monarch

®

6030

TM

PATHFINDER

®

Ultra

TM

Printer

Each product and program carries a respective written warranty, the

only warranty on which the customer can rely. Monarch reserves the

right to make changes in the product, the programs, and their

availability at any time and without notice. Although Monarch has

made every effort to provide complete and accurate information in this

manual, Monarch shall not be liable for any omissions or

inaccuracies. Any update will be incorporated in a later edition of this

manual.

WARNING

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for

a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These

limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful

interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial

environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio

frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the

instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio

communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is

likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be

required to correct the interference at his own expense.

CANADIAN D.O.C. WARNING

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise

emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference

Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.

Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques

dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de la

classe A prescrites dans le Réglement sur le brouillage radioélectrique

édicte par le ministère des Communications du Canada.

Monarch®, PATHFINDER®, PATHFINDER® Ultra, 6030, 6076, 6093, and 6094

are trademarks of Monarch Marking Systems, Inc.

Laser Scanner Safety Information –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

This product is certified to be a Class II laser product with the

United States Department of Health and Human Services

(DHHS) Center for Devices and Radiological Health. The

scanner emits less than 1.0 milliwatt beam of laser light from

the scanning window. Laser light in excess of Class I limits

must be inside a protective cover. No maintenance is required

to keep this product in compliance with DHHS Regulation 21,

Subchapter J. No controls are provided for operation or

maintenance.

The laser safety warning is a yellow and black label required

by DHHS and IEC 825. This label is found on the top cover of

the printer.

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Preface

The Operator’s Handbook contains product specifications and

accessories, including information about

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charging the battery handle.

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loading supplies.

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using the keypad.

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starting an application and transferring data.

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collecting data and printing.

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using the optional laser scanner.

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caring for and maintaining the printer.

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troubleshooting.

Audience –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

The Operator’s Handbook is for both the Operator and System

Administrator.

The Operator is the person who collects data and/or prints and

applies labels or tags. The System Administrator may use

Command mode to set up specific features and functions of

the printer for the operator.

Terms to Know––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Application Program in the printer that may prompt

you for data, scan bar codes, print labels,

etc. This program is developed by a

programmer with your specific needs in

mind, and then is downloaded to your

printer.

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Command mode Series of menus on your printer display

from which you can start/resume

applications, transfer data, configure the

printer or use diagnostics.

Continuous

mode

Print mode in which a strip of supplies is

printed with one press of the trigger.

Download (receive) Transmission of data from the host to your

printer.

Host Any mainframe, minicomputer, or personal

computer (PC).

Lowercase Alpha

mode

Data Entry mode that allows you to use

lowercase letters. Also enters and exits

the alternate character set for

International models.

Non-Peel mode Supply loading method in which labels are

not peeled from the backing paper during

printing.

Numeric mode Data Entry mode that allows you to use

function and number keys.

On-Demand

mode

Print mode in which one label prints each

time you remove the previously printed

label.

Peel mode Supply loading method in which the label

peels from the backing paper during

printing.

Special Character

mode

Data Entry mode that allows you to enter

ANSI characters.

Uppercase Alpha

mode

Data Entry mode that allows you to use

uppercase letters.

Upload (send) Transmission of data from your printer to

the host.

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Chapter 1. Introduction

This printer can be programmed to fit your specific needs.

You can use it to scan data or print labels specially designed

for you. In order to use the printer, an application that

includes your format and printer configuration must be

downloaded. See your System Administrator for details.

The printer features

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Alphanumeric keypad

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On-Demand and continuous printing

F

Adjustable supply width capabilities

F

Clock/calendar

F

RS-232 communications

F

Graphic printing capabilities

F

Display backlight

F

Low power shutdown to conserve the battery

F

Command mode

F

Laser scanner (factory-installed option)

F

Additional RAM memory (factory-installed option)

F

International keypad (factory-installed option).

See Appendix B, "Specifications and Accessories," for a list of

available accessories.

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Using Command Mode ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Command mode contains basic functions and features you can

modify for your specific needs.

nSome features of Command mode may already be set in your

application. See your System Administrator for details about

your application.

Command mode uses a series of menus on your printer to

start an

application

An application must be running for you to

enter or print data. See Chapter 4,

"Entering and Printing Data," for

information on starting your application.

resume an

application

If you exit an application, you may restart

it where you left off. See Chapter 4,

"Entering and Printing Data," for

information on resuming your application.

transfer data You must transfer data if an application

file has not already been downloaded to

your printer. See your System

Administrator to see if you need to

transfer data. If so, see Chapter 5,

"Transferring Data."

configure your

printer

Your printer should already be configured.

See your System Administrator if you need

to change the configuration. See Chapter

6, "Configuring the Printer," for more

information.

perform

diagnostics

If you have problems with your printer,

your System Administrator may need to

perform diagnostics. Chapter 10, "Using

Diagnostics," includes information for the

System Administrator.

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Using the Menus ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

The Command mode uses a series of menus you can scroll

through to access the functions you need. The menu names

appear in uppercase letters on line 1. The menu selection(s)

appear with only the first letter capitalized on line 2 of the

display as shown.

MAIN MENU

Resume App.

While in Command mode, use the following keys:

e

Executes the selection displayed on line 2.

b

Returns to the current menu or MAIN

MENU.

< >

Scrolls through the menu selections.

To select an item from the MAIN MENU:

1. Press the arrow keys until you see the item you want.

2. Press e.

Repeat these steps to select an item from any sub-menu.

Chapter 1. Introduction

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Chapter 2. Getting Started

Before using the printer, you must

4 charge the battery handle. (See "Charging the Battery

Handle" later in this chapter.)

4 attach a fully charged battery handle. (See "Removing

and Attaching the Battery Handle" later in this chapter.)

4 load your supplies. (See Chapter 3, "Loading

Supplies.")

4 download your application, if necessary.

(See Chapter 5, "Transferring Data.")

nSee your System Administrator for information about the

application.

Using the Battery Handle ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

The printer is powered by a 12VDC NiCd battery in the handle.

You can use and recharge the battery handle daily for

approximately two years.

nSee the label on the bottom of the handle about battery

recycling and disposal.

When the battery handle is not in use and not recharging, it

loses 2 to 3% of its charge per day. Extremely hot or cold

environments will increase or decrease the discharge rate.

Keep the battery handle charging when it is not in use. This

way, the printer is ready when you need it.

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The following will increase the battery discharge rate

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using the laser scanner

F

enabling the backlight

F

printing large amounts of data on the supply

F

printing in On-Demand mode.

c

Always keep a charged handle attached to the printer. Storing

the printer without a handle may erase or alter the memory.

Charge the handles for the time recommended.

When to Charge the Battery Handle

Before operating the printer, charge the battery handle and

attach it to the printer. You can use one of the following

chargers.

Charger Approximate Charging Time

6093-07 115V (fast)

6093-08 230V (fast)

6094 Four Station

1.5-2 hours

1.5 hours

To ensure maximum print quality, charge the battery handle:

F

before lengthy printing sessions.

F

when loading a new supply roll.

F

before transmitting data online.

F

when you see RECHARGE on the printer display.

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Removing and Attaching the Battery Handle

c

Before removing or attaching the battery handle, turn the

printer off.

To change the battery handle:

1. Turn the printer off.

2. Hold the latch down while you slide the battery handle off

towards the back of the printer.

3. Slide a fully charged battery handle onto the printer until

the latch clicks.

nMake sure the latch clicks when you attach the battery handle.

Latch

Chapter 2. Getting Started

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Charging the Battery Handle

When using or storing the wall charger:

F

DO NOT wrap the cord around the charger.

F

DO NOT pull or put unusual stress on the cord.

w

Before using the charger, inspect the cord for bare wires.

DO NOT use a charger with bare wires. Use only a

manufacturer approved charger.

To charge the battery handle with the wall charger:

1. Turn the printer off.

2. Remove the battery handle.

3. Put another handle on the printer.

4. Plug the round connector of the charger into the battery

handle.

5. Plug the charger into an electrical outlet of the correct

voltage.

Charger

Battery

Handle

Connector

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Chapter 3. Loading Supplies

The printer uses thermal supplies:

F

synthetic labels

F

paper labels and tags

F

specialty paper (non-peel mode only)

See Appendix B, "Specifications and Accessories," for

available supply sizes.

Loading Supplies––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

There are two methods for loading supplies:

F

Peel mode is for labels only. Labels must be loaded in

Peel mode when the On-Demand sensor is enabled.

F

Non-Peel mode is for tags, strips of labels, or specialty

paper. Supply must be loaded in Non-Peel mode when

printing in continuous mode.

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Loading for Peel Mode–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Peel mode separates labels from the backing paper, allowing

you to print and apply labels immediately. You must load

labels in this mode when the On-Demand sensor is enabled.

To load your supply:

1. Turn the printer on. After the printer initializes, press l.

You will see:

RELOADING_

1 = Exit

2. Press the latch buttons as shown and open the supply

cover completely.

Supply

Cover

Latch

Button

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3. Pull back the supply lock tab.

4. Squeeze or pull apart the supply holder at its base to

adjust it to the size of your supply roll. It clicks at 1.2",

1.5", and 2.0".

Supply

Holder

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5. Press the supply lock down to lock the supply holder in

place.

6. Remove the seal from the supply roll, peel and discard the

first four inches of labels from the backing paper.

7. Place the supply roll in the

supply holder so that it

feeds labels from the

bottom as shown. (You

may have to adjust the

supply holder.) The black

marks on the labels should

be facing down.

8. Hold the printer upright and gently press down on the label

deflector as shown. (It may be stiff.)

Label

Deflector

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9. Feed the backing paper under the applicator roller and

under the label deflector.

10. Push the label deflector up until it snaps into place.

11. Partially close the supply cover to the first position (until it

clicks once).

nDo Not close the cover completely at this step or a label jam

may occur.

Applicator

Roller

Label

Deflector

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12. Hold the supply edge between the feed and pinch rollers.

Press the trigger to feed the backing paper through the

rollers.

13. Press 1 if you are loading the same supply type. Press

e to start your application. Or, press 2 to load a

different supply type or size. You will see:

Supply Type?

1 = Synthetic

14. Press e if this is the correct supply type.

To change the supply type, use the arrow keys to scroll to

the correct supply type and then press e.

1 = High (recommended for synthetic supplies)

2 = Low (default - recommended for paper supplies)

nDo not select Supply Types 3 or 4 since they require different

loading methods.

Feed

Roller

Pinch

Roller

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You will see:

Supply Width?

WIDTH = 2.0

15. Press e if this is the correct width.

-OR-

To change the width, use the arrow keys to scroll to the

correct width and then press e.

1 = 1.2

2 = 1.5

3 = 2.0

You will see:

ENTER STK LENGTH

4.0z

16. Press e if this is the correct length.

-OR-

To change the length, press c, enter the new length,

and press e.

17. Close the supply cover completely.

Chapter 3. Loading Supplies

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