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  • Page 1 USER GUIDE 800.788.5572 DuraLabel.com...
  • Page 2 Graphic Products. Graphic Products assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this manual. Graphic Products , DuraLabel , PathFinder , Toro and Lobo are Registered Trademarks of Graphic Products, Inc. ® ® ® ®...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1. Introduction 2. Warranties 5-Year DuraLabel Printer Warranty 2.1.1 Repairs 2.1.2 Batteries 2.1.3 Warranty Details 5-Year DuraLabel Premium Vinyl Warranty 3. Safety Instructions 4. Batteries, Certifications, Declaration of Conformity Batteries Certifications Declaration of Conformity 5. What’s in the Box? 6.
  • Page 4 Next Cell 13.19 Next Label 13.20 13.21 Directional Arrows and Enter 13.22 13.23 Status 13.24 Image Resize 13.25 View Label 13.26 Image Move 14. Printing From a Computer (optional) 14.1 Installing Printer Driver 14.2 Upgrading a Driver DuraLabel.com | 800.788.5572...
  • Page 5 Label File Doesn’t Match Cartridge Type 16.11 Error Message: Cutter Jam 16.12 Error Message: Please Insert Supply Cartridge 16.13 Error Message: Printer Not Ready, Please Secure Cartridge Lock 16.14 Error Message: Supply Out 17. Specifications 18. Symbols DuraLabel.com | 800.788.5572...

  • Page 6: Introduction

    1. Introduction The Lobo is a self-contained thermal transfer printer used to make labels for a wide range of applications. The Lobo Reference Card (located on the bottom of the Lobo) is designed to get you labeling as quickly as possible. For more detailed information, please refer to this user guide.

  • Page 7: Warranties

    The optional battery packs for the DuraLabel Toro and Lobo portable systems are warrantied for three years from the date of purchase. The battery for the DuraLabel 2000 PLUS system is warrantied for one year from the date of purchase.

  • Page 8: 5-Year Duralabel Premium Vinyl Warranty

    • Read all instructions and rules in this manual completely. • If something seems to be wrong with the Lobo, first refer to the Troubleshooting section at the back of this guide for help. If your problem is not resolved by reading the Troubleshooting section, please contact Graphic Products for assistance.

  • Page 9: Safety Instructions

    • Disconnect the printer from the power outlet when not using the printer or charging the battery. • Before plugging the power cord into the Lobo, make sure the On/Off switch is set to Off. • DO NOT pour liquid onto the printer or printer parts.
  • Page 10 Under normal operating conditions, the blade poses no harm to a user. The Lobo is designed so that the blade cannot cycle unless a print cartridge is sensed in the printing compartment.

  • Page 11: Batteries, Certifications, Declaration Of Conformity

    Information for EU-member states only: The following symbol, of a crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the Lobo battery must be disposed of properly and not treated as general waste. Incorrect disposal could have a negative impact on human health and the environment. For more information on the correct disposal/recycling of this battery, please contact Graphic Products at +1.503.644.5572.

  • Page 12: What's In The Box

    5. What’s in the Box? The following items come in the Lobo product box. Lobo printer USB cord (optional) Lobo CD (optional) Power adaptor Reference card Power cord Battery (optional) (Print cartridge not included.) | 5. What’s in the Box?

  • Page 13: Lobo Diagram

    Battery compartment: The optional battery is inserted into this compartment. Reference card: This card has a label- making tutorial and an overview of important Lobo functions. (Reference card fits within the outlined area) 6. Lobo Diagram | DuraLabel.com | 800.788.5572...

  • Page 14: Power

    7. Power The Lobo comes with a DC power adaptor and a power cord; these allow the Lobo to be powered by standard AC outlets. To plug in the Lobo, first plug the power cord into the DC power adaptor, and then plug the DC adaptor cord into the Lobo. Finally, plug the power cord into an AC power outlet.

  • Page 15: Battery

    8. Battery The battery is an optional accessory. This lithium-ion battery can power Lobo for up to 3 hours of continuous printing, or several days of normal use. When the battery is in use, an indicator on the Lobo screen shows the battery’s status.

  • Page 16: Print Cartridge

    Ribbon rewind spindle Loading Cartridge It is easy to load a new cartridge into your Lobo. The cartridge will only fit one way. To load the printer, position a cartridge face-up above the cartridge compartment. The label supply should feed out of the cartridge on the left side. Slide the cartridge into place so that the Cartridge Lock goes through the hole in the cartridge.

  • Page 17: Removing Cartridge

    Locking the cartridge. Switching Cartridges The Lobo can be left on when switching from one print cartridge to another cartridge. The Lobo will automatically detect the type of cartridge loaded. You will have an option to either save the label that was being worked on, or delete it.

  • Page 18: Making Labels

    Text: This includes any keyboard-entered characters, like letters, numbers, and punctuation. Symbol: The Lobo has a pre-loaded library of symbols and pictograms that are commonly used for hazard or information labels. Barcode: A barcode is a machine-readable graphical element that stores data. Lobo offers several barcode types.

  • Page 19: Cells

    Shift + Backspace deletes text or content to the right of the cursor. 10.1.3 CELLS The Lobo has various layouts that are selected by pressing the Layout key. Layouts have sections known as cells arranged in various configurations. If no layout is chosen, the label has a single cell.

  • Page 20: Label-Making Lessons

    This lesson will teach you how to make a simple label that contains text and a symbol. POWER Step 1: Enter text. The Lobo starts in text entry mode. Use the keyboard to type the word POWER. Step 2: Insert the symbol. Press the Symbol key on the keyboard.

  • Page 21: Lesson 2: Multi-Cell Label

    Press the Time/Date key. This will place a time field and a date field on the label. These fields are automatically populated with the current time and date, as they are set in the Lobo Setup menu. Press the up arrow key twice to move to the time field.
  • Page 22 Select Print Preview by pressing Enter. Scroll across the label using the left and right arrow keys. If the label looks correct, it is ready to print. Step 10: Print the label. Press the Print key. | 10.2 Label-Making Lessons DuraLabel.com | 800.788.5572...

  • Page 23: Lesson 3: Barcode Label With Sequence

    Press the File key. Move down to Save and press Enter. Type Lesson and press Enter. This multi-label project will be saved as Lesson, and can be accessed by opening the File menu and choosing Open. 10.2 Label-Making Lessons | DuraLabel.com | 800.788.5572...

  • Page 24: Label Canvas Display

    11. Label Canvas Display When a cartridge is loaded, and the Lobo is turned on, the display screen shows what we call the label canvas. Display Screen Display Screen in label canvas mode. The label canvas can only display one cell at a time. If a label has multiple cells, the next cell can be accessed by using the Next Cell key.
  • Page 25 NOTE: The .GPF is a Lobo-specific file suffix that indicates the file was created on the Lobo. The .GPF suffix is not visible in the file menus. 11.1 Status Indicators |...
  • Page 26 Power status indicator: The power status icon changes to indicate the Lobo’s current power source. This means that the Lobo is plugged into the power adaptor and currently using AC power. This means that the Lobo is using battery power. The green area of the battery icon indicates the remaining battery charge.

  • Page 27: Navigation

    Esc key. 12.2.2 STRUCTURE Control screens appear as lists of items; you can scroll through the items with the up and down arrows. 12.2 Control Screen Navigation | DuraLabel.com | 800.788.5572...

  • Page 28: Editing Settings

    Some settings require additional information to be entered (for example, selecting a fixed font size). For those types of settings, pressing Enter will take you to another screen where you will be prompted to enter additional information. | 12.2 Control Screen Navigation DuraLabel.com | 800.788.5572...

  • Page 29: Label-Editing Function Keys

    The File menu includes the following functions: Open allows you to open label files that were created on the Lobo. It will display files stored either internally or on the SD card, depending on what is chosen for the Location setting (farther down in the File menu.)

  • Page 30: Symbol

    LABEL-EDITING FUNCTION KEYS Free Memory displays information about the Lobo’s internal storage, and the SD card (if one is present). It shows the number of label files, the total physical memory and the available memory. Copy All Files gives you two options: copying all files from internal memory to the SD card, or copying all files from the SD card to internal memory.

  • Page 31: Label Length

    The width of a label is determined by the print cartridge that is loaded. The label canvas displays the current label dimensions (width and length) along the side of the screen. 13.4 Label Length | DuraLabel.com | 800.788.5572...

  • Page 32: Frame

    You can apply the font size change At Cursor, turning the setting on at that point in the text, or to the entire Selected Field, making all text in that field have the assigned attributes. | 13.5 Frame DuraLabel.com | 800.788.5572...

  • Page 33: Font Options

    Layout, your label may only have one cell.) Entire Label will apply the font style to the entire label, across all cells. All Labels will apply the font style across all labels in a multi-label project. 13.8 Font Options | DuraLabel.com | 800.788.5572...

  • Page 34: Text Align

    If the current label includes a sequence you will be prompted to Input Quantity. This is the number of sequential labels that will be printed. For instance, if your label’s starting sequence is 0001 and you enter a quantity of 2, the Lobo will print labels with two steps of the sequence: 0001 and 0002.

  • Page 35: Barcode

    Some barcode types require specific data formatting, or a specific number of digits. If the data entered does not match the necessary format, Lobo will attempt to create a valid barcode by adjusting the data. Always check your barcodes for accuracy.

  • Page 36: Sequence

    To add a fixed suffix to a sequence, create a sequence without the suffix and then add a text field directly after the sequence that contains the suffix text. 10AB01 10AB02 10AB03 The last numeric string in a sequence will be the numbers that are treated as a sequence. | 13.12 Sequence DuraLabel.com | 800.788.5572...

  • Page 37: Time/Date

    Lobo. These fields will update after each printing to reflect the new time and date. Pressing the Time/Date button will place a time field and a date field on the label.

  • Page 38: Print Options

    LABEL-EDITING FUNCTION KEYS You can change the Lobo’s internal time and date by using the Setup menu. The Setup menu also allows you to configure the Time/Date key to place only the time or the date (not both) onto the label canvas.

  • Page 39: Clear

    These edited default settings will be saved on the Lobo even when power is shut off. To restore the Lobo settings to their factory presets, use the Factory Reset option at the bottom of the menu.
  • Page 40 Month/Day/Year format; e.g., Oct. 08, 2012. Set Time/Date: This menu lets you edit the internal time and date settings of the Lobo. There are six units of time and date information, ranging from the year down to the second.

  • Page 41: Print

    A maximum of eight labels can be created in any one label project. Use Clear > Current Label to erase a label from a multi-label project. 13.19 Next Label | DuraLabel.com | 800.788.5572...

  • Page 42: End

    Pressing the Cut key advances the print supply reel approximately one inch and performs a cut. 13.23 Status Pressing the Status key displays a list of all of the Lobo’s current settings. Use the up and down arrow keys to scroll through the status screens.

  • Page 43: View Label

    Adding other text or content can move the image’s anchor point, causing the image to move as well. To remove an image, you must delete it from its anchor point. 13.26 Image Move | DuraLabel.com | 800.788.5572...

  • Page 44: Printing From A Computer (Optional)

    DuraLabel representative. You can connect a computer that runs Microsoft Windows to the Lobo to create and print labels. To use your Lobo this way, you will need the Lobo driver software installed on your computer.
  • Page 45 Windows 8 users, do not select the listed printer. Instead, check Install a driver for another printer and click Next. Select Graphic Products Lobo and click Next. Select the appropriate port and click Next. 6. Selecting a DuraLabel driver 14.1 Installing Printer Driver |...
  • Page 46 Now click Close. 13. The previous window closes and a Completing the DuraLabel Driver Setup Wizard window appears. Click Finish to complete the new driver installation. 11. Completing the Seagull Driver Wizard 12.

  • Page 47: Upgrading A Driver

    If you change back to using Lobo on its own, unconnected to the computer, you will need to reset the Lobo settings; simply turn Lobo off and wait at least five seconds before turning it back on. Then, you will be ready to design and print labels again.

  • Page 48: Cleaning Instructions

    15. Cleaning Instructions For all cleaning procedures, follow these steps first: Power off the Lobo printer. Remove battery if installed. Disconnect printer from power source. Remove cartridge from Lobo printer. To clean, place a cleaning swab between your forefinger and thumb and squeeze until it snaps.

  • Page 49: Printhead

    Over time, it may collect adhesive. • Rub the swab along the top surface of the plastic film. Try to remove any build-up present. Polyester printhead shield 15.3 Polyester Printhead Shield | DuraLabel.com | 800.788.5572...

  • Page 50: Platen Roller

    • Rub the swab along the entire length of the roller. Try to clean around the entire diameter of the roller, or as far as the cotton swab can reach. Try to remove any build-up present. Printer roller | 15.4 Platen Roller DuraLabel.com | 800.788.5572...

  • Page 51: Troubleshooting

    16.3 Cartridge Lock Will Not Lock If a print cartridge is in the Lobo but the Cartridge Lock will not turn clockwise to the locking position, the print cartridge is probably not pushed down completely. To fix this, press down lightly on the print cartridge with one hand while you turn the Cartridge Lock clockwise with the other hand.

  • Page 52: Canceling A Print Job

    For the Lobo to read an SD card, the card must be read by the Lobo when it is powered on. If there is no SD card in the card slot when the Lobo is turned on, you will not be able to read from or save to the card.

  • Page 53: Saved Label Is Blank

    Selected template does not match current cartridge. Below that message, the Lobo will display the necessary cartridge needed. For example, it may display: Template width: 1”...

  • Page 54: Error Message: Cutter Jam

    Please insert Supply Cartridge and Secure Cartridge Lock This means that the Cartridge Lock is in the locked position but the Lobo is not sensing a cartridge in the print compartment. Unlock the Cartridge Lock by turning it counter-clockwise, place a print cartridge in the Lobo and then lock the Cartridge Lock.

  • Page 55: Error Message: Printer Not Ready, Please Secure Cartridge Lock

    This means that the Lobo is not sensing that the print cartridge is locked. Make sure the print cartridge is flush with the top of the Lobo and that the Cartridge Lock is turned clockwise a quarter-rotation so that it locks in place. When locked, the Cartridge Lock should be in the position shown above.

  • Page 56: Specifications

    • Storage Temperature: -40°F - 140°F (-40°C - 60°C ) • Storage Humidity: 10% - 90% non-condensing • Ventilation: Free air movement Label supply • Type: Continuous • Width: 0.50” minimum, 2.00” maximum • Capacity: 45’ | 17. Specifications DuraLabel.com | 800.788.5572...
  • Page 57 SPECIFICATIONS Ribbon Supply • Type: Resin • Width: 1.02” & 2.03” • Capacity: 59’ Printer body • Dimensions: 4.35”(H) x 11.63”(W) x 12.25”(D) • Weight: 5.0 lbs, excluding supplies & battery 17. Specifications | DuraLabel.com | 800.788.5572...

  • Page 58: Symbols

    18. Symbols The Lobo library contains over 1200 symbols, accessible by pressing the Symbol key. This section shows all of these symbols, organized by symbol category. Note that future Lobo firmware updates may change the symbol library. Arc Flash Arrows | 18.
  • Page 59 SYMBOLS CEMA Electrical Symbols ACOUSTIC DEVICES General ANALOG & DIGITAL LOGIC FUNCTIONS General CIRCUIT PROTECTORS Circuit Breakers 18. Symbols | DuraLabel.com | 800.788.5572...
  • Page 60 Fuse ..........Lightning Arrester Protective Relay COMPOSITE ASSEMBLIES Amplifier Circuit Assembly Network | 18. Symbols DuraLabel.com | 800.788.5572...
  • Page 61 SYMBOLS Phase Shifter Rectifier Repeater CONTRACT SWITCHES CONTRACTORS & RELAYS Aneroid Capsule Operated Switch Basic Contact Assemblies CONTRACT SWITCHES CONTRACTORS & RELAYS (CONT.) Electrical Contacts Flasher 18. Symbols | DuraLabel.com | 800.788.5572...
  • Page 62 Electrical Symbols (cont.) CONTRACT SWITCHES CONTRACTORS & RELAYS (CONT.) Flow Actuated Switch Limit-Switch Sensitive Switch Liquid Level Activated Switch Locking Switch Nonlocking Switch Momentary or Spring-Return Operational Coil Relay Coil Pressure-or Vacuum Activated Switch Pushbutton | 18. Symbols DuraLabel.com | 800.788.5572...
  • Page 63 SYMBOLS Relay Safety Interlock Selector or Multipositional Switch Switch Switches with Time Delay Features Switching Function Telegraph Key Temperature Activated Switch 18. Symbols | DuraLabel.com | 800.788.5572...
  • Page 64 SYMBOLS Electrical Symbols (cont.) CONTRACT SWITCHES CONTRACTORS & RELAYS (CONT.) Thermostat FUNDAMENTAL ITEMS Antennas Attenuator Battery Capacitors | 18. Symbols DuraLabel.com | 800.788.5572...
  • Page 65 SYMBOLS Capacitors Letter Combinations Continuous Loop Fire-Detector Delay Function Delay Line Slow Wave Structure Ignitor Plug Oscillator Permanent Magnet Pickup Head Resistors 18. Symbols | DuraLabel.com | 800.788.5572...
  • Page 66 SYMBOLS Electrical Symbols (cont.) FUNDAMENTAL ITEMS (CONT.) Spark Gap Squibb Electric Thermocouple Transducer SYMBOLS USED ON SYSTEM DIAGRAMS MAPS & CHARTS Exchange Equipment Radio Station Space Station | 18. Symbols DuraLabel.com | 800.788.5572...
  • Page 67 SYMBOLS Telegraph Equipment Qualifying Symbols Telegraph Repeater Telephone Set TERMINALS & CONNECTORS Cable Termination Coaxial Connector Connector Disconnecting Device Connectors Commonly Used Power Supply Purposes 18. Symbols | DuraLabel.com | 800.788.5572...
  • Page 68 SYMBOLS Electrical Symbols (cont.) TERMINALS & CONNECTORS (CONT.) Terminals Test Block Wave-Guide Flanges TRANSFORMERS INDUCTORS & WINDINGS Core Inductor Transductor Transformer | 18. Symbols DuraLabel.com | 800.788.5572...
  • Page 69 SYMBOLS TRANSMISSION PATH Alternative or Conditional Wiring Associated or Future Circuit Return Conductor Cable Wiring Distribution-Lines Transmission-Lines Intentional Isolation of Direct Current Path Pressure Tight Bulkhead Cable Gland End Sealing End 18. Symbols | DuraLabel.com | 800.788.5572...
  • Page 70 SYMBOLS Electrical Symbols (cont.) TRANSMISSION PATH (CONT.) Strip Type Transmission Line Termination Waveguide Eng Apparatus | 18. Symbols DuraLabel.com | 800.788.5572...
  • Page 71 SYMBOLS Eng Apparatus (cont.) Fire Safety General Safety 18. Symbols | DuraLabel.com | 800.788.5572...
  • Page 72 SYMBOLS General Safety (cont.) GHS / 49 CFR | 18. Symbols DuraLabel.com | 800.788.5572...
  • Page 73 SYMBOLS GHS / 49 CFR (cont.) GHS / 49 CFR No Border Diamonds 18. Symbols | DuraLabel.com | 800.788.5572...
  • Page 74 SYMBOLS GHS / 49 CFR No Border Diamonds (cont.) Hazard | 18. Symbols DuraLabel.com | 800.788.5572...
  • Page 75 SYMBOLS Hazard (cont.) Information Injury 18. Symbols | DuraLabel.com | 800.788.5572...
  • Page 76 SYMBOLS Injury (cont.) | 18. Symbols DuraLabel.com | 800.788.5572...
  • Page 77 SYMBOLS International Plugs Letter Symbols 18. Symbols | DuraLabel.com | 800.788.5572...
  • Page 78 SYMBOLS Mandatory Maritime ISO-17631 | 18. Symbols DuraLabel.com | 800.788.5572...
  • Page 79 SYMBOLS Maritime ISO-17631 (cont.) Medical 18. Symbols | DuraLabel.com | 800.788.5572...
  • Page 80 SYMBOLS Medical (cont.) Package Plastic | 18. Symbols DuraLabel.com | 800.788.5572...
  • Page 81 SYMBOLS Prohibited 18. Symbols | DuraLabel.com | 800.788.5572...
  • Page 82 SYMBOLS Prohibited (cont.) Stack | 18. Symbols DuraLabel.com | 800.788.5572...
  • Page 83 SYMBOLS Target Organs Tools WHMIS 18. Symbols | DuraLabel.com | 800.788.5572...
  • Page 84 800.788.5572 | DuraLabel.com ©2013, 2014 Graphic Products, Inc. All Rights Reserved v2.0—01/01/15...

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