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EasyCoder 201 II
Bar Code Label Printer
P/N 1-960317-05
Edition 6
September 1998
Technical Manual
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Intermec EasyCoder 201 II – Technical Manual
CONTENTS
Introduction Contents.................................................................................. 1
FCC, DOC and VDE Notices .................................................. 4
Preface .................................................................................... 5
Models EasyCoder 201 IIS .................................................................. 6
EasyCoder 201 IIE .................................................................. 8
EasyCoder 201 IISA .............................................................. 10
Installation Installation Check List........................................................... 12
Unpacking............................................................................. 13
Mains Connection ................................................................. 14
Computer Connection ........................................................... 15
Starting Up Startup Files .......................................................................... 16
Turning On the Printer........................................................... 16
Messages at Startup ............................................................... 17
Setup Parameters General Information .............................................................. 18
Contrast ................................................................................ 19
Serial Communication ........................................................... 19
Detection............................................................................... 22
Media Size ............................................................................ 24
Print Window (6 dots/mm printhead)..................................... 26
Print Window (8 dots/mm printhead)..................................... 27
Media Type........................................................................... 28
Print Defines ......................................................................... 28
Performance.......................................................................... 30
Memory Allocation ............................................................... 30
Setting Up
EasyCoder 201 IIS
General Information .............................................................. 31
Setting Up General Information .............................................................. 32
EasyCoder 201 IIE
&
201 IISA
Entering the Setup Mode at Installation.................................. 33
Using the Keyboard in the Setup Mode.................................. 34
Setup Mode Overview, Part 1 ................................................ 35
Setup Mode Overview, Part 2 ................................................ 36
Contrast ................................................................................ 37
Serial Communication (SER-COM) ...................................... 37
Detection............................................................................... 37
Service .................................................................................. 41
Media Size ............................................................................ 41
Media Type........................................................................... 42
Print Defines ......................................................................... 42
Performance.......................................................................... 43
Memory Allocation ............................................................... 43
Leaving the Setup Mode........................................................ 44
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Technical Manual
Intermec Fingerprint
6.13
Edition 5, September 1998
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CONTENTS, cont'd.
Printing Principles Direct Thermal Printing......................................................... 45
Dot Size ................................................................................ 45
Conversion Table .................................................................. 45
Thermal Paper General Information .............................................................. 46
Pre-printed Paper................................................................... 46
Setup Options........................................................................ 47
Additional Setup Options ...................................................... 48
Paper Dimensions Roll Size, Standard Printers (internal 4.9" paper roll) ............. 49
Roll Size, “Big Roll” Printers (internal 7" paper roll) ............. 50
Non-adhesive Strip ................................................................ 51
Self-adhesive Strip ................................................................ 52
Self-adhesive Labels.............................................................. 53
Tickets and Tags ................................................................... 54
Tickets with Black Mark (normal roll printers) ...................... 55
Tickets with Black Mark (“Big Roll” printers) ....................... 56
Memory Card Adapter Memory Card Types ............................................................. 57
Fitting a Memory Card .......................................................... 58
Removing a Memory Card .................................................... 58
Label-taken Sensor General Information .............................................................. 59
Adjusting the Sensitivity........................................................ 60
Program Example.................................................................. 61
Paper Cutter General Information .............................................................. 62
Controlling the Cutter ............................................................ 62
Maintenance.......................................................................... 63
Dimensions ........................................................................... 63
Black Mark Sensor Kit General Information .............................................................. 64
Printhead Replacement Step-by-Step Instructions....................................................... 65
Electronics Accessing the CPU Board ..................................................... 67
CPU Board............................................................................ 68
Intermec Fingerprint EPROM's............................................. 69
Configuration EPROM's........................................................ 69
EPROM Size Strap................................................................ 69
EPROM/Flash Memory Strap................................................ 70
RAM Memory ...................................................................... 70
RAM Size Strap .................................................................... 70
GAL Circuit .......................................................................... 71
Real-time Clock Circuit......................................................... 71
Potentiometers....................................................................... 72
Interfaces Communication Port "uart1:"................................................. 73
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CONTENTS, cont'd.
Optional Interface Boards ...................................................... 74
RS 232C (V24) on "uart1:".................................................... 75
20 mA Current Loop on "uart1:"............................................ 77
Serial Interface Board............................................................ 80
RS 422/485 Interface Board .................................................. 83
Parallel Interface Board ......................................................... 88
Industrial Interface Board ...................................................... 91
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Information in this manual is subject to change without prior notice and does not represent a commitment
on the part of Intermec Printer AB.
© Copyright Intermec PTC AB, 1998. All rights reserved. Published in Sweden.
EasyCoder, Fingerprint, and LabelShop are registered trademarks of Intermec Technologies Corp.
Bitstream is a registered trademark of Bitstream, Inc.
Centronics is a registered trademark of Centronics Data Computer Corp.
IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
Intel is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation.
Microsoft, MS, and MS-DOS are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Torx is a registered trademark of Camcar Division of Textron Inc.
Windows is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
FCC Notice
United States of America
WARNING:
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions manual, may cause interference to radio communications. It has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class A computing device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide
reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a commercial environment. Operation of this equipment
in a residential area is likely to cause interference in which case the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever
measures may be required to correct the interference.
DOC Notice
Canada
Canadian Dept. of Communication
REGULATIONS COMPLIANCE
(DOC-A)
This digital apparatus does not exceed the class A limits for radio noise emissions from a digital apparatus as set out in
the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communication.
✳ ✳ ✳
Ministère des Communications du Canada
CONFORMITE DE REGLEMENTS
(DOC-A)
Le présent appareil numérique n´émet pas de bruits radio-électriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils
numériques de classe A prescrites dans le règlement sur brouillage radioélectrique édicté par le Ministère des
Communications du Canada.
VDE Notice
Germany
ALLGEMEINE VORSCHRIFT:
Reparaturen oder sonstige Eingriffe, die sich nicht auf normale Bedienung der Maschine beziehen, dürfen ausschließlich
nur von einem ausgebildeten, zuständigen Fachmann vorgenommen werden.
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PREFACE
The EasyCoder 201 II printer family comprises a number of direct
thermal printers with a print width of approx. 3 inches (80 mm).
The EasyCoder 201 II printers are manufactured in three main
models (Standard, Enhanced, and Stand-Alone), each with two
different printhead densities. The printers can be customized by
means of a number of options.
This Technical Manual is intended to facilitate installation and
setup. It also gives information on labels, tickets, tags and paper
strip. This manual is supplemented by the following publications:
• EasyCoder 201 II, Operator's Guide
Illustrated step-by-step instructions for paper load and daily maintenance.
Multilingual.
• EasyCoder 201 II, User's Manual
Gives information on how to run and maintain the printer and how to load
paper supply.
• Intermec Shell 4.01 Standard and Shell 4.01 Enhanced, Startup Manuals
Gives information on how to run the Intermec Shell startup program in
EasyCoder 201 IIS and EasyCoder 201 IIE respectively
• EasyCoder 201 II, Service Manual
Gives information on troubleshooting, adjustments and repair of the various
EasyCoder 201 II printer models.
• EasyCoder 201 II, Spare Parts & Options
Illustrates the various spare parts and field-installable options.
• Intermec Direct Protocol 6.13, Programmer's Guide
Introduction to the Intermec Direct Protocol, an easy-to-use “slave” protocol
for computer connection.
• Intermec Fingerprint 6.13, Programmer's Guide
Introduction to the Intermec Fingerprint programming language.
• Intermec Fingerprint 6.13, Reference Manual
Contains information on the instructions and other features in the Intermec
Fingerprint programming language.
• Intermec Stand-Alone Concept, Operating Instructions
Provides information on the stand-alone software for the EasyCoder 201 II SA
printer.
• Intermec LabelShop, various manuals
Information on how to use the various versions of Intermec LabelShop
WYSIWYG label-editing program for Microsoft Windows.
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MODELS EasyCoder 201 IIS
The EasyCoder 201 IIS (Standard) is a rugged direct thermal printer for computer connection. It is
available with 6 dots/mm printhead density for EAN/UPC bar code printing, or 8 dots/mm for high quality
printing of text, bar codes and images. EasyCoder 201 IIS is fitted with the Intermec Fingerprint firmware,
which is compatible with the various versions of the Intermec LabelShop label-editing program, the
Intermec Windows Driver (optional parallel interface board required), and the Intermec Direct Protocol.
The flexible Intermec Fingerprint programming language also allows you to create your own programs.
EasyCoder 201 II can optionally be fitted with a black mark sensor.
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MODELS, cont'd. EasyCoder 201 IIS
Feature EasyCoder 201 IIS
Print Technique Direct Thermal
Quick-Mount Printhead 6 or 8 dots/mm (153.9 or 203.2 dpi)
Print Width (6 or 8 dots/mm resp.) Max. 85.3 mm (3.36") or 80.0 mm (3.15")
Media Width Max. 89.0 mm (3.50")
Print Length (6 or 8 dots/mm resp.) Max. 1650 mm (65") or 1250 mm (49")
Print Speed Max. 75–125 mm/sec. (3–5"/sec.)
Fonts, expandible 4 times
4
Min. 1 Bitmapped; Standard: 9 Bitmapped
Print Directions for Text, Images, Lines, and Boxes 4
Bar Code Generators Depends on firmware version
4
Internal Paper Roll Diameter, Standard max. 125 mm (4.9")
Keyboard, built-in Print button only
Display 2 lines x 16 characters LCD
Dimensions (W x D x H), Standard 225 x 418 x 159 mm (8.86 x 16.46 x 6.26")
Weight (excl. paper and options) ≈ 9.0 kgs (20 lbs)
Ambient Operating Temperature + 5˚C – +40˚C (+41˚F – +104˚F
Humidity 20–80% non-condensing
Sound Emission Level < 55 dB (A)
Microprocessor 32 bit
Firmware Intermec Fingerprint 6.13 incl. Intermec Direct Protocol
Startup program Intermec Shell 4.01 Standard
On-Board RAM Memory, standard 256 kbytes
Label End Sensor Standard
Mains Voltage (switch change-over) 115/230 VAC (+10%/-15%), 2.6/1.3 A 60/50 Hz
Max. Power Consumption 300 W
Communication Interface, standard RS 232C/20 mA Current Loop
1
1 x Centronics Interface
1
Optional
Memory Card Adapter
1
Optional
RS 232C Cable
2
Optional
Centronics Cable
2
Optional
External RS 232C Alphanumeric Keyboard
2
Optional
Peel-Off /Internal Rewind Device
3
Optional
Black Mark Sensor
1,
5
Optional
Intermec Toolbox, PC Windows configuration support
2
Optional
Intermec LabelShop, WYSIWYG Label Software for Windows
2
Optional
Intermec Windows Drivers
2
(excl. cable) Optional
1
/. Available as factory installed option or field-installable kit.
2
/. Field-installable option only.
3
/. Factory-installed option only. Must be requested at time of order.
4
/. See Intermec Fingerprint Reference Manual.
5
/. Only on non-dispensing models.
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The EasyCoder 201 IIE (Enhanced) is a rugged multipurpose direct-thermal printer, primarily intended
for computer connection, but can also be adapted for special applications, thanks to its programmable
keyboard. It is available with 6 dots/mm printhead density for EAN/UPC bar code printing, or 8 dots/mm
for high quality printing of text, bar codes and images. EasyCoder 201 IIE is fitted with the Intermec
Fingerprint firmware, which is compatible with the various versions of the Intermec LabelShop label-
editing program, the Intermec Windows Driver (optional parallel interface board required), and the
Intermec Direct Protocol. The flexible Intermec Fingerprint programming language also allows you to
create your own programs.
The EasyCoder 201 IIE is available in two special model, the EasyCoder 201 IIE Big Roll with a large
internal paper roll, and the EasyCoder 201 IIE Bag-Tag with special guides for easy loading of paper from
an external supply. EasyCoder 201 IIE can optionally be fitted with a black mark sensor and a number
of other optional devices.
MODELS, cont'd. EasyCoder 201 IIE
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Feature EasyCoder 201 IIE
Print Technique Direct Thermal
Quick-Mount Printhead 6 or 8 dots/mm (153.9 or 203.2 dpi)
Print Width, Standard (6 or 8 dots/mm resp.) Max. 85.3 mm (3.36") or 80.0 mm (3.15")
Print Width, Big Roll
3
(6 or 8 dots/mm resp.) Max. 80.2 mm (3.16") or 78.0 mm (3.07")
Media Width, Standard Max. 89.0 mm (3.50")
Media Width, Big Roll
3
Max. 80.2 mm (3.16")
Print Length (6 or 8 dots/mm resp.) Max. 1650 mm (65") or 1250 mm (49")
Print Speed Max. 75–125 mm/sec. (3–5"/sec.)
Fonts, expandible 4 times
5
Min. 1 Bitmapped; Standard: 10 Bitmapped
Print Directions for Text, Images, Lines, and Boxes 4
Bar Code Generators Depends on firmware version
5
Internal Paper Roll Diameter, Standard Max. 125 mm (4.9")
Internal Paper Roll Diameter, Big Roll
3
Max. 185 mm (7.25")
Keyboard, built-in 21 keys plus Print button
Display 2 lines x 16 characters LCD
Dimensions (W x D x H), Standard 225 x 418 x 159 mm (8.86 x 16.46 x 6.26")
Dimensions (W x D x H), Big Roll
3
225 x 418 x 205 mm (8.86 x 16.46 x 8.07")
Dimensions (W x D x H), Bag Tag w. ext. guides
3
239 x 418 x 159 mm (9.39 x 16.46 x 6.26")
Weight (excl. paper, ribbon and options) 9.0 kgs (20 lbs)
Ambient Operating Temperature + 5˚C – +40˚C (+41˚F – +104˚F)
Humidity 20–80% non-condensing
Sound Emission Level < 55 dB (A)
Microprocessor 32 bit
Firmware Intermec Fingerprint 6.13 incl. Intermec Direct Protocol
Startup program Intermec Shell 4.01 Enhanced
On-Board RAM Memory, standard 256 kbytes
Label End Sensor Standard
Mains Voltage (switch change-over) 115/230 VAC (+10%/-15%), 2.6/1.3 A 60/50 Hz
Max. Power Consumption 300 W
Communication Interface, standard RS 232C/20 mA Current Loop
1
1 x Centronics Interface
1,4
Optional
1 x RS 232C + 1 x RS 232C/20 mA CL
Interface
1,4
Optional
1 x RS 232C + 1 x RS 422/RS 485
Interface
1,4
Optional
1 x RS 232C + 1 x 4 IN/OUT ports
Interface
1,4
Optional
Label Taken Sensor (LTS)
1
Optional
Real Time Clock (RTC)
1
Optional
Memory Card Adapter
1
Optional
RS 232C Cable
2
Optional
Centronics Cable
2
Optional
External RS 232C Alphanumeric Keyboard
2
Optional
Peel-Off /Internal Rewind Device
3
Optional
Black Mark Sensor
1,
6
Optional
Cutter Unit
1
Optional
Intermec Toolbox, PC Windows configuration support
2
Optional
Intermec LabelShop, WYSIWYG Label Software for Windows
2
Optional
Intermec Windows Drivers
2
(excl. cable) Optional
1
/. Available as factory installed option or field-installable kit.
4
/. Only one interface board can be fitted.
2
/. Field-installable option only.
5
/. See Intermec Fingerprint Reference Manual.
3
/. Factory-installed option only. Must be requested at time of order.
6
/. Only on non-dispensing models.
MODELS, cont'd. EasyCoder 201 IIE
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The EasyCoder 201 IISA (Stand-Alone) printer is intended for applications, where the printer must be able
to operate without being connected to a computer. The operator can enter variable information into
preprogrammed label layouts and control the printing from the printer's own keyboard or from an external
alphanumeric keyboard. Thus, this printer is fitted with special software in its configuration EPROM's and
an expanded RAM memory. The printer can be temporarily or permanently connected to a PC for up- or
downloading of label texts and formats. The EasyCoder 201 IISA is available with 6 dots/mm printhead
density for EAN/UPC bar code printing, or 8 dots/mm for high quality printing of text, bar codes and
images. The software is described in a separate manual.
MODELS, cont'd. EasyCoder 201 IISA
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MODELS, cont'd. EasyCoder 201 IISA
Feature EasyCoder 201 IISA
Print Technique Direct Thermal
Quick-Mount Printhead 6 or 8 dots/mm (153.9 or 203.2 dpi) 8 dots/mm (203.2 dpi)
Print Width (6 or 8 dots/mm resp.) Max. 85.3 mm (3.36") or 80.0 mm (3.15") max. 80.0 mm (3.15")
Media Width Max. 89.0 mm (3.50")
Print Length (6 or 8 dots/mm resp.) Max. 1650 mm (65") or 1250 mm (49") max. 1250 mm (49")
Print Speed Max. 75–125 mm/sec. (3–5"/sec.)
Fonts, expandible 4 times
5
10 Bitmapped
Print Directions for Text, Images, Lines, and Boxes 4
Bar Code Generators
5
10
Internal Paper Roll Diameter Max. 125 mm (4.9")
Keyboard, built-in 21 keys plus Print button
Display 2 lines x 16 characters LCD
Dimensions (W x D x H) 225 x 418 x 159 mm (8.86 x 16.46 x 6.26")
Weight (excl. paper, ribbon and options) 9.0 kgs (20 lbs)
Ambient Operating Temperature + 5˚C – +40˚C (+41˚F – +104˚F)
Humidity 20–80% non-condensing
Sound Emission Level < 55 dB (A)
Microprocessor 32 bit
Firmware Intermec Fingerprint 6.13
Startup program Intermec Stand-Alone Concept 2.xx
On-Board RAM Memory, standard 512 kbytes
Label End Sensor Standard
Real Time Clock (RTC) Standard
Memory Card Adapter Standard
Mains Voltage (switch change-over) 115/230 VAC (+10%/-15%), 2.6/1.3 A 60/50 Hz
Max. Power Consumption 300 W
Communication Interface, standard RS 232C/20 mA Current Loop
1
1 x Centronics Interface
1,4
Optional
1 x RS 232C + 1 x RS 232C/20 mA CL
Interface
1,4
Optional
1 x RS 232C + 1 x RS 422/RS 485
Interface
1,4
Optional
1 x RS 232C + 1 x 4 IN/OUT ports
Interface
1,4
Optional
Label Taken Sensor (LTS)
1
Optional
RS 232C Cable
2
Optional
Centronics Cable
2
Optional
External RS 232C Alphanumeric Keyboard
2
Optional
Peel-Off /Internal Rewind Device
3
Optional
Cutter Unit
1
Optional
Intermec Toolbox, PC Windows configuration support
2
Optional
Intermec LabelShop, WYSIWYG Label Software for Windows
2
Optional
1
/. Available as factory installed option or field-installable kit.
2
/. Field-installable option only.
3
/. Factory-installed option only. Must be requested at time of order.
4
/. Only one interface board can be fitted.
5
/. See Intermec Stand-Alone Concept, Operating Instructions.
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Installation Check List
❑ Unpack the printer as described on next page.
❑ Standard EasyCoder printers
If you have a standard EasyCoder 201 IIS, EasyCoder 201 IIE,
or EasyCoder 201 IISA printer, go on to next step.
Customized EasyCoder printers
If you have a customized EasyCoder 201IIS, EasyCoder 201
IIE, or EasyCoder 201 IISA printer, check its CPU board and
possible optional interface board in regard of interface circuits
and straps as described in the chapters “Electronics” and
“Interfaces” at the end of this manual. Then go on to next step.
❑ Connect the printer to a mains socket as described later on in this
chapter.
❑ Connect the printer to its host computer by means of a suitable
communication cable, as described later in this chapter. (Refer
to the chapter “Interfaces” for more information on computer
connection and cable configurations). This step is not necessary
for EasyCoder 201 IISA.
❑ Load a supply of thermal paper, see the User's Manual.
❑ If you want to use a memory card, insert it into the optional
memory card adapter (see chapter “Memory Card Adapter”).
❑ Check that the printhead is lowered.
❑ If the printer is fitted with an optional paper cutter, check that the
cutter unit is locked in closed position.
❑ Turn on the power.
❑ Depending on the printer's software, proceed according to one
of the five alternatives described in the chapter “Starting Up”.
INSTALLATION
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Before starting the installation, carefully examine the delivery for
possible damage or missing parts:
❑ Open the box and lift the printer, together with the foam-plastic
shock absorbers, out of the box.
❑ Remove the shock absorbers and check that the machine has not
been visibly damaged during the transportation. Keep the pack-
ing material until you are sure that the printer functions properly.
❑ The machine sign on the printer's rear plate gives information on:
• Type
• Part Number
• Serial Number
❑ Check the printer in regard to possible options ordered.
❑ Check that the mains cord has a pin configuration that will fit into
a wall socket according to the local standard.
Should any kind of damage have occurred during transportation,
immediately make a complaint to the carrier.
Any incorrect delivery or missing parts should be reported to the
distributor.
INSTALLATION, cont'd.
Unpacking
Machine Sign
MADE IN SWEDEN
Thermal Printer 201
Model #
1-201011-11
Serial #
115-230V 2.6-1.3A 50-60Hz
INTERMEC PRINTER AB
MADE IN SWEDEN
50105
This equipment complies with the requirements for a Class A computing device in FCC Rules
Part 15 Subpart J. Operation of this device in a residential area may cause harmful interference
requiring the user to take whatever steps may be necessary to correct the interference.
U
L
LISTED 65B5
R
N309
LR67809
V
DE
geprüfte
Sicherheit
European type US/Canadian type GB type
230V mains plug 115V mains plug 230V mains plug
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MADE IN SWEDEN
Thermal Printer 201
Model #
1-201011-11
Serial #
115-230V 2.6-1.3A 50-60Hz
INTERMEC PRINTER AB
MADE IN SWEDEN
50105
This equipment complies with the requirements for a Class A computing device in FCC Rules
Part 15 Subpart J. Operation of this device in a residential area may cause harmful interference
requiring the user to take whatever steps may be necessary to correct the interference.
U
L
LISTED 65B5
R
N309
LR67809
V
DE
geprüfte
Sicherheit
F5
F4
F3
F2
F1
Power
ErrorReady
Pause
Setup
Feed
Enter
7
4
1
.
8
5
2
0
9
6
3
C
EasyCoder
201
IIE
❑ Make sure that the printer is set for the correct voltage by
checking the voltage switch-over on the printer's rear plate.
❑ Fit the mains cord, which is included in the delivery, into the
mains receptacle. Connect the other end of the cord to a
grounded wall socket. To avoid interference from noise, surges
and spikes, a dedicated line is preferred. If no such line is
available, avoid lines to which electric motors, refrigerators and
similar devices are connected.
❑ The power can be turned on/off by means of the main switch
situated immediately above the mains receptacle. The “Power”
LED on the printer's front console indicates when the power is
on.
Mains Connection
INSTALLATION, cont'd.
Power On LED
Mains Receptacle
Main Switch
Voltage Switch-Over
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INSTALLATION, cont'd.
As standard, all EasyCoder 201 II printer models are fitted with one
communication port for RS 232C on their rear plates. This commu-
nication port can be reconfigured for 20 mA Current Loop after two
optocouplers (option) have been fitted on the CPU board, see
chapter “Interfaces”.
EasyCoder 201 IISA printers do not have to be connected to a
computer.
If there are other communication ports, or if you have ordered a non-
standard printer, refer to the chapter “Interfaces” for information
on how to connect the printer.
No communication cable is provided unless ordered separately.
Refer to the chapter “Interfaces” for cable configuration descrip-
tions.
Refer to the manual of the host computer or terminal for information
on how to connect the other end of the communication cable.
Computer Connection
WARNING!
When connecting printer and host,
the power should be off!
Hints:
• For Intermec LabelShop or Intermec Fingerprint programming, use the
"uart1:" serial RS 232C communication channel.
• For Intermec Windows Driver, use the "centronics:" parallel communication
channel.
• Intermec's standard communication cables and adapters makes it possible to
connect the printer directly to the serial or parallel port of an IBM AT, XT or
PS-2 personal computer.
Intermec Standard Cables
RS 232C Cables:
Printer to IBM-AT 1-975581-05
Printer to IBM-XT/PS2 1-975580-05
Centronics Cable:
DB-25/Centronics 1-010001-00
MADE IN SWEDEN
Thermal Printer 201
Model #
1-201011-11
Serial #
115-230V 2.6-1.3A 50-60Hz
INTERMEC PRINTER AB
MADE IN SWEDEN
50105
This equipment complies with the requirements for a Class A computing device in FCC Rules
Part 15 Subpart J. Operation of this device in a residential area may cause harmful interference
requiring the user to take whatever steps may be necessary to correct the interference.
U
L
LISTED 65B5
R
N309
LR67809
V
DE
geprüfte
Sicherheit
Serial RS 232C Port
DB25 male
Optional Parallel Port
36-p female Centronics
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At startup, the behaviour of the printer is decided by the possible
existence of a startup (autoexec) file, i.e. a program that automati-
cally starts running when the printer is turned on. There are five
major possibilities:
A The printer is fitted with the Intermec Shell file-managing
program, which allows the operator to choose between a variety
of applications and functions.
B The printer is fitted with the Intermec Stand-Alone program.
C The printer is fitted with no startup file at all.
D The printer is fitted with a custom-made application program
that is design to perform a specific task, e.g. to print airline
tickets, baggage tags, or product labels for a certain company.
There can be one startup file stored in each of the following parts of
the printer's memory: RAM, ROM, and memory cards. If there are
startup files stored in more than one place, they will be used with the
following priority:
1. Dos-formatted memory cards (SRAM).
2. Printer's RAM memory.
3. Non DOS-formatted memory cards (SRAM or OTPROM).
4. Printer's ROM memory, e.g. the configuration EPROM's.
This implies that if you have a startup file stored in the configu-
ration EPROM's and insert a memory card with another startup
file before you turn on the printer, the startup file of the memory
card will be used.
The display will keep you informed on what happens and in many
cases prompt you to take some kind of action, e.g. to choose
between options. How to take action largely depends on the number
of keys available on the printer model in question.
Do not start the printer before you have made the necessary
connections, inserted any memory card you want to use, and
checked that the printhead is lowered and the optional cutter is in
closed position.
Turn on the power by means of the main switch on the rear plate.
The “Power” LED control lamp on the front panel lights up when
the power is on. Wait for a few moments, while the printer loads the
program and runs some self-diagnostic tests. Then some kind of
message will appear in the display window.
STARTING UP
Startup Files
Turning On the Printer
EPROM = Erasable Programmable
Read-Only Memory
OTPROM = One-Time
Programmable Read-
Only Memory
RAM = Random Access Memory
ROM = Read-Only Memory
SRAM = Static Random Access
Memory
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STARTING UP, cont'd.
The type of startup file running in the printer is indicated by the
message shown in the display window directly after power up.
A. Intermec Shell Startup Program (EasyCoder 201 IIS & 201 IIE):
PRINT=SHELL or ENTER=SHELL
5 sec. v.4.01 5 sec. v.4.01
4 sec. v.4.01 4 sec. v.4.01
3 sec. v.4.01 3 sec. v.4.01
2 sec. v.4.01 2 sec. v.4.01
1 sec. v.4.01 1 sec. v.4.01
Refer to the Startup Manual of Intermec Shell Standard or Intermec
Shell Enhanced respectively for further information. The digits in
the lower right corner of the display indicate the version of Intermec
Shell.
B. Intermec Stand-Alone Program (EasyCoder 201 IISA):
STAND-ALONE
Please wait 1min
Refer to the Intermec Stand-Alone Concept, Operating Instructions
manual for further information.
C. No Startup File (non-standard EasyCoder 201 IIS & 201 IIE):
Fingerprint
6.13
Refer to the documentation of the corresponding version of Inter-
mec Fingerprint for further information.
E. Custom-made Application Program (non-std EasyCoder 201 IIS& 201 IIE):
Any other display message than those illustrated above indicate that
the printer is running some custom-made, non-standard application
program or that some error has occurred.
Messages at Startup
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SETUP PARAMETERS
The setup allows you to adapt the printer for the desired type of
computer communication and to control the printing. The setup
parameters are:
General Information
Parameter Options Default
1
❑ Contrast Variable (0–10) Middle (5)
❑ Ser-Com
2
:
◆ Baudrate 300 | 600 | 1200 | 2400 | 4800 | 9600 | 19200 | 38400
3
9600
◆ Parity even | odd | mark | space | none none
◆ Char length 7 bits | 8 bits 7 bits
◆ Stop bits 1 bit | 2 bits 2 bits
◆ Type of flow control:
- RTS/CTS Enable | disable (not on "uart2:" when RS 485 interface pcb fitted) disable
- ENQ/ACK Enable | disable disable
- XON/XOFF, data from host Enable | disable enable
- XON/XOFF, data to host Enable | disable enable
- Prot addr. Enable | disable ("uart2:" only, when RS 485 interface pcb fitted) disable
◆ New line CR/LF | LF | CR CR/LF
❑ Detection:
◆ LSS adjust Variable n.a.
◆ Feed adj:
- Start adjust Variable ± 0
- Stop adjust Variable ± 0
❑ Service:
◆ Media size:
- X-start Variable (6 dots/mm: 0–511; 8 dots/mm: 0 – 639) 0/0
- Width Variable (6 dots/mm: 0–512; 8 dots/mm: 0 – 640) 512/640
- Length Unlimited 1200/1200
◆ Media type: Label (w gaps) | Ticket (w mark) | Ticket (w gaps) |
Fix length strip | Var length strip Label (w gaps)
◆ Print defs:
- Head resist Set automatically at startup n.a.
- Paper type See the chapter “Thermal Paper” RICOH 130LAB/LAM
- Test print A series of test labels can be printed
4
n.a.
◆ Performance: Normal | High | Ultra high Normal
◆ Memory alloc:
- Image buff size Variable (max. 250 kbyte) 24 kbyte
5
- Rec buff size
2
Variable 300 byte
5
- Trans buff size
2
Variable 300 byte
1
/. “Default” refers to the default setup values in the standard configuration EPROM's. A custom-made printer fitted with
nonstandard configuration EPROM's may have a different combination of setup values.
2
/. The software is able to detect if any of the optional serial interface boards is fitted. If so, the communication parameters
and the size of the buffers are set up separately for each of the serial communication channels "uart1:", "uart2:", and
"uart3:". There is no communication setup for the optional Centronics parallel communication channel.
3
/. Baudrate 38,400 is only available for "uart2:" and "uart3:" (requires an optional interface board).
4
/. Not available for EasyCoder 201 IIS.
5
/. Higher default value for EasyCoder 201 IISA.
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SETUP PARAMETERS, cont'd.
This chapter explains the meaning of the various setup parameters.
There are a number of ways to change the setup:
• By means of the Setup Mode as explained in the chapters “Setting
Up EasyCoder 201 IIS” and “Setting Up EasyCoder 201 IIE &
201 IISA”.
• By means of the Terminal Setup option in Intermec Shell, see the
Intermec Shell Standard and Enhanced Startup Manuals.
• By means of setup files or setup strings. See the Intermec
Fingerprint Reference Manual, SETUP statement, or the Intermec
Direct Protocol Programmer's Guide.
Note that the following setup options are excluded in the Easy-
Coder 201 IIS printer model, since that model never is delivered
with any extra serial interface board:
• Serial communication setup for communication channels "uart2:"
and "uart3:".
• Communication buffer setup for communication channels "uart2:"
and "uart3:".
The contrast setup allows you to make minor adjustment of the
printout in regard of blackness, e.g. to adapt the printer to variations
in quality between different batches of the same paper quality.
The serial communication setup controls the communication be-
tween the printer and the connected computer or other devices on
the standard serial communication channel "uart1:" and the op-
tional serial channels "uart2:" and "uart3:". The latter two channels
require an optional interface board to be fitted. The printer's
software detects if such a board is fitted and presents additional sets
of communication setup menus for each serial channel.
The serial communication setup has no consequence whatsoever
for parallel communication via an optional parallel interface
board or for the IN and OUT ports on the optional Industrial
Interface Board.
For each serial communication channel, the following parameters
can be set. Make sure they match the setup of the connected device
or vice versa. The default setup (indicated by bold characters below)
is selected as to make the printer understand and act upon Intermec
Fingerprint instructions transmitted from the host, regardless how
the host is set up. If the setup of the printer and the setup of the host
do not match, the response from the printer to host will be garbled.
Continued!
Serial Communication
• Baudrate
• Parity
• Character Length
• Stop Bits
• Flow Control
• New Line
Contrast
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