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Cet appareil numérique de la Classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le Matériel Brouilleur du Canada. Trademarks Monarch®, Pathfinder®, Ultra®, 6039, 6063, 9462, and 9465 are trademarks of Paxar Americas, Inc. Paxar® is a trademark of Paxar Corporation.
T A B L E O F C O N T E N T S INTRODUCTION Using this Manual ...1-2 Audience ...1-2 Helpful Reminders ...1-3 Attaching the Safety Strap ...1-4 USING BATTERIES Using the Main Battery ...2-1 Changing the Main Battery ...2-2 Charging the Backup Battery ...2-3 Checking the Battery Status ...2-4 Main Battery Safety Information ...2-5...
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Cleaning ...5-1 Cleaning the Printhead ...5-2 Cleaning the Platen Roller ...5-3 Cleaning the Pinch and Feed Rollers ...5-4 Cleaning the Sensors ...5-4 Cleaning the Scanner Window ...5-5 Cleaning the Scanner Flex Cable ...5-5 Clearing Supply Jams ...5-6 Storing the Printer ...5-6...
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TROUBLESHOOTING Checking the Software Version ...6-2 Printing a Test Label...6-3 Error Codes ...6-4 Technical Support...6-4 SPECIFICATIONS & ACCESSORIES Specifications ... A-1 Accessories ... A-2...
I N T R O D U C T I O N The Monarch® Pathfinder® Ultra® Platinum 6039™ printer prints, scans bar codes, collects data, and communicates with other devices. The printer operates on a Microsoft Windows-based CE platform. The printer features ♦...
This manual is for the operator who scans or manually enters data and prints and applies labels. A Quick Reference for this printer is available in the box. A Programmer’s Manual and other documentation are available on our Web site (www.paxar.com).
“Attaching the Safety Strap” later in this chapter for more information. Load supplies in the printer. See “Loading the Supplies” in Chapter 3 for more information. Turn on the printer. Wait 30 seconds for the desktop to load before touching the display or using the keypad. Note: Your System Administrator must load an application in the printer before you can use it.
The printer’s main power source is a 7.4V lithium-ion battery. Note: The printer only takes this battery. Do not substitute batteries. You must charge the battery when you receive the printer, even if you do not use it right away. Charging the Main Battery To charge the main battery, use either the 9462 single-station or 9465 four-station battery chargers.
(at the bottom of the printer’s handle) and slide it open. Turn the printer upright, holding your palm beneath the open battery compartment. Hit the printer on your hand and catch the battery as it slides out. Insert a new battery into the compartment (connector end first).
Battery Backup Power whenever you remove the main battery. Note: If the printer does not have a main battery or is not connected to the Battery Backup Power, it loses its charge and the printer’s system settings.
Warning: The battery might explode if placed on a different charger. ♦ Take the battery out of the printer when storing the printer for a month or longer and connect it to the Battery Backup Power.
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Remove the printer’s main battery and place on a charger when the printer is not in use. ♦ If the printer does not have a main battery, connect the printer to the Battery Backup Power. Many factors affect your battery’s performance, including the quantity of labels printed, percentage of black per label, and power management.
U S I N G S U P P L I E S The printer can use three types of supplies: ♦ Labels ♦ Tags ♦ Receipt Paper. See “Selecting the Supply Type” in this chapter for more information. There are two print modes. The way you load the supplies depends on the print mode you use.
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Pull back the supply lock tab. Open the spring-loaded supply holder. Spread the supply holder tabs apart with one hand so it adjusts to the size of your supply roll. You can set it at 1.2”, 1.5”, and 2.0”. 3-2 Operator’s Handbook Supply Lock Tab Supply Holder...
To load supplies for peel mode: Peel and discard the first four inches of labels from the backing paper. Hold the printer upright and gently press down on the label deflector. (It may be stiff.) Label Deflector Using Supplies 3-3...
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Feed all four inches of the backing paper under the applicator roller, over the peel bar, and under the label deflector. Push the label deflector up until it snaps into place. Partially close the cover to the first position. Pull the backing paper over the guide roller, down to the pinch and feed rollers.
Hold the backing paper edge between the feed and pinch rollers, and press the trigger. Close the cover. Tap Load Supply from the printer icon menu, then Calibrate. Loading for Non-Peel Mode To load supplies for non-peel mode: Feed the supply under the applicator roller and over the label deflector.
S e l e c t i n g t h e S u p p l y T y p e To select the supply type: Tap the printer icon from the Status Bar. Tap Load Supply. An hourglass appears briefly, then you see...
R e m o v i n g S u p p l i e s i n P e e l M o d e To remove supplies in peel mode: Tear the backing paper just above the pinch roller. Open the supply cover completely.
E N T E R I N G & P R I N T I N G D A T A This chapter explains the printer’s features and how to use them. U s i n g t h e K e y p a d The printer’s keypad appears below.
Entering Data Entering data using the keypad is similar to entering data on a cell phone. There are three data entry modes: ♦ Normal (Numeric) mode – Default. Press the key to display what appears on the face of the key (numbers). ♦...
U s i n g t h e D i s p l a y The printer has a touch screen display similar to a hand held computer. Use the stylus to select the option you want from the display.
S c a n n i n g B a r C o d e s Your printer may have a built-in scanner. To scan a bar code: Attach the safety strap to your wrist. Point the scanner at a slight angle approximately 4 –...
C e r t i f i c a t i o n N o t e This product is certified to be a Class II laser product with the United States DHHS Center for Devices and Radiological Health and complies with 21CFR1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No.
P r i n t i n g When and how you print depends on your printer’s application. It may print ♦ only after you press a certain key ♦ automatically as soon as you press a key ♦ automatically with no input from you ♦...
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Tap Printer Configuration. An hourglass appears briefly, then you Select the Supply type you are using: Supply Type Paper Synthetic Used For Labels and tags Receipt paper Labels and Tags Entering & Printing Data 4-7...
P o w e r M a n a g e m e n t The printer will shut off after a predetermined amount of idle time. The printer will “wake up” when you start using it again. Turn off the backlight to conserve power when leaving the printer on and idle.
♦ clean the printhead, platen roller, sensors, and scanner window ♦ clear supply jams ♦ store the printer. C l e a n i n g It is important to keep the printer clean. You must clean five main areas: ♦ Printhead ♦ Platen Roller ♦ Sensors ♦...
♦ Do not touch the printhead with your fingers. To clean the printhead: Turn off the printer. Open the supply cover and remove the supplies. See “Removing Supplies” in Chapter 3 for more information. Check the supply holder for adhesive buildup and clean it if necessary.
Turn off the printer and open the supply cover. Remove the supplies. See “Removing Supplies” in Chapter 3 for more information. Hold the printer upright and gently press down on the label deflector. It may be stiff. Use a dry, soft-bristle brush, such as a toothbrush, to clean the platen roller.
Cleaning the Pinch and Feed Rollers To clean the pinch and feed rollers: Turn off the printer and open the supply cover. Remove the supplies. See “Removing Supplies” in Chapter 3 for more information. Turn the platen roller with your fingers while running a dry, lint-free cloth across the pinch and feed rollers as they turn.
To clean the black mark sensor: Turn off the printer and open the supply cover. Remove the supplies. See “Removing Supplies” in Chapter 3 for more information. Clean the black mark sensor with a dry cotton swab. Reload the supplies and close the supply cover.
C l e a r i n g S u p p l y J a m s To clear a supply jam: Turn off the printer and open the supply cover completely. Open the label deflector by gently pressing down on it with two fingers.
T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G This section lists some common printer problems and their solutions. Problem Printer does not feed. Printer does not print. Print has voids or is too light.
C h e c k i n g t h e S o f t w a r e V e r s i o n To check the Software version of the printer, the Ultra Class library, the scanner configuration, printer diagnostics, and the Application version: Tap the printer icon from Status Bar on the display.
P r i n t i n g a T e s t L a b e l To print a Test Label: Tap the printer icon from Status Bar on the display. Tap Printer Diagnostics. Tap Printer from the Printer Diagnostics menu.
Waiting to dispense label. Press Enter. Printhead error. See your System Administrator. 790 - 791 The printer is busy or has an error pending. Turn off the printer, wait two seconds, and then turn it back on. 904 – 911 System error.
S P E C I F I C A T I O N S & A C C E S S O R I E S S p e c i f i c a t i o n s Dimensions: Printhead: Printing:...
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A c c e s s o r i e s This section lists accessories available for your printer and their part numbers. Part Number Description M09462 Single-Station Battery Charger M09465 Four-Station Battery Charger M06063 AC Adapter 114226 Cleaning Pen...
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Visit www.monarch.com for sales, service, supplies, information, and telephone numbers for our locations throughout the world. TOLL FREE: 1-800-543-6650 (In the U.S.A.) 1-800-363-7525 (In Canada)