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- Page 1 Barcode Blaster CL Direct thermal linerless bar code printer Models BL422003 BL423002 User’s Guide CSIPN:10-00-0204 Cognitive REV. C February 19, 1999 An Axiohm Company...
- Page 2 Barcode Blaster printers are manufactured by Cognitive, an Axiohm Company 691 Corporate Circle • Golden, CO 80401 TEL: (303) 273-1400 • FAX: (303) 273-1414 Copyright © 1999 by Axiohm, Inc. ® Barcode Blaster™ is a trademark of Axiohm, Inc. Microsoft and Windows™...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents PRINTER SPECIFICATIONS ................2 SUPPLIED AND OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ..........2 Supplied accessories ..............2 Optional accessories ..............2 COMMUNICATION PORTS ................ 3 Serial port parameters ..............3 CONTROLS, INDICATORS, AND CONNECTIONS ........5 SETUP ......................5 Printer power connection .............. 5 Loading print media .............. -
Page 4: Printer Specifications
PRINTER SPECIFICATIONS Print method: Direct thermal Communications: RS232 serial and Centronics parallel Print pitch: BL4220: 203/101 DPI interfaces 8/4d/mm BL4230: 300/150 DPI Text fonts: 3X5, 5X7, 8X8, 9X12, 11.8/5.9d/mm 12X16, 18X23, 24X31, UltraFont A, B, & C, Max. print speed: BL4220: 3 IPS CG Triumvirate in 7 76mm/sec... -
Page 5: Communication Ports
COMMUNICATION PORTS Blaster CL printers are equipped with Centronics parallel and RS232 serial communication ports, wired as shown below. Serial input connector (DB9S) Pin # Description RXD (printer data input) TXD (printer data output) Ground (-) RTS (printer busy) Parallel input connector (Centronics 36 pin) Pin # Description Strobe... - Page 6 Media cover Printhead Printhead release release (under cover) ON/OFF switch (on printer side) POWER indicator READY indicator FEED button Figure 1. Printer front view Parallel port Power input Serial port Figure 2. Printer rear view...
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Page 7: Controls, Indicators, And Connections
CONTROLS, INDICATORS, AND CONNECTIONS Device name Primary function ON/OFF switch Controls printer power ON - for normal operation OFF - for storage FEED button Advances print media PRESS - to advance media PRESS and HOLD while turning printer ON - to print test label PRESS to pause or resume printing during batch mode operation POWER... -
Page 8: Loading Print Media
Loading print media 1. Lift open the media cover. 2. Press the two printhead releases back to unlock the printhead. 3. Lift the printhead until it is fully raised. WARNING! Raising the printhead will expose some sharp edges. Watch where you put your hands when working under the front edge of the printhead. - Page 9 Media cover Printhead/cutter Label roll Printhead releases Label platform ON/OFF switch Figure 3. Printer opened for loading Paper spindle Paper guide Align left paper edge with line on label platform as indicated by arrow Spindle guide channels Paper tray Figure 4. Printer and adjustable paper spindle...
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Page 10: Using The Printer
USING THE PRINTER Printing a self-test label Printing a self-test label checks the printer’s overall operability. To run a self-test, confirm that the printer is ready to print (media loaded, indicators green, no print jobs in process). Then: POWER READY 1. -
Page 11: Controlling The Printer Using Direct Commands
the printer, start your label printing program, and follow its instructions. Contact the software supplier or manufacturer if you encounter difficulties when using commercial software. Controlling the printer using direct commands You can also produce labels by sending commands directly to the printer. -
Page 12: Cleaning The Cutter
Label taken sensor Cutter rotary blade Printhead Drive roller Power switch Cutter bar Figure 5. Printer open for cleaning Caution! Keep all objects clear of the drive roller when you press the button. FEED 4. Confirm that the label taken sensor is unobstructed. Clean away any obstruction with a soft brush if necessary. -
Page 13: What To Do If
WHAT TO DO IF... Cognitive printers are very reliable, so printing problems are unlikely. If you do think you have a printer problem, proceed as follows: 1. Confirm that the printer has the right media installed, and that it is loaded correctly. See page 6 for media loading instructions. 2. -
Page 14: Ready Indicator Glows Red
READY indicator glows red 1. Confirm that the print media is not exhausted. 2. Confirm that the printhead is securely latched down on both sides. 3. Press the button to assure that the printer is not paused in FEED batch mode printing. 4. -
Page 15: Printer Feeds Media Continuously
4. If using a communications switch between the host and printer, remove the switch and connect the printer directly to the host. 5. Turn the printer and back again, reset the host computer and software, and try printing again. Printer feeds media continuously If using continuous-form media, the printer should only feed media while you hold in the button. -
Page 16: Poor Print Quality
Poor print quality 1. Confirm that the print media is properly loaded, and there is no side-to-side motion of the paper as it feeds through the printer. 2. Check your software’s print darkness and print speed settings. These settings may need adjustment for optimum results. 3. -
Page 17: Appendix A: Supplied Software
APPENDIX A: SUPPLIED SOFTWARE Software is included with every Barcode Blaster printer for use with Microsoft Windows 95, Windows NT, Windows for Workgroups, or Windows 3.1/3.11. Two basic packages are provided: ™ • The Cognitive Intellidriver lets you print labels with your printer using virtually any Windows application. -
Page 18: Appendix B: Recommended Print Media
APPENDIX B: RECOMMENDED PRINT MEDIA Media for your printer is available from many sources; however, you can expect the most reliable performance and highest quality printing when you use labels manufactured by Cognitive. The print media listed below was designed especially for use with Barcode Blaster CL and is in stock for immediate delivery. -
Page 19: Limited Warranty
LIMITED WARRANTY ™ Cognitive will repair Barcode Blaster CL printers free of charge if found defective in material or workmanship within one year of date of purchase. This limited warranty does not include cleaning, or any damage caused by accident, neglect, or misuse. The printhead is also covered under this limited warranty;... - Page 20 Cognitive 691 Corporate Circle Golden, CO 80401 USA TEL: (303) 273-1400 or (800) 525-2785 An Axiohm Company FAX: (303) 273-1414 France 1-9, rue d’Arcueil BP 675 92542 Montrouge Cedex TEL: (33) 1 47 46 78 11 FAX: (33) 1 47 46 78 76 United Kingdom Atlantic Street Altrincham, Cheshire...
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