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Postek TX SERIES User Manual

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  • Page 2 Copyright © by Postek Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Postek. No patent liability is assumed, with respect to the use of the information contained herein.
  • Page 3  To get increased printhead longevity and higher quality printouts, always use approved labels, tags and thermal transfer ribbons. Approved supplies can be ordered from your Postek authorized reseller.  Static electricity that accumulates on the surface of the human body or other surfaces can damage or destroy the printhead or electronic components in this device.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TX Series User’s Manual Table of Contents Preface ....................................... 1 Important Notice, Read Me First ............................1 Chapter 1: Introduction ................................2 Printer Specifications ................................2 Contents of Box .................................. 3 Packing List ................................3 Chapter 2: Setup and Use ................................ 4 Setting up the Printer ................................

  • Page 5: Preface

    This manual explains how to set up and begin using your TX Series printer. It also provides detailed information on configuring your printer, basic operations, care and troubleshooting.

  • Page 6: Chapter 1: Introduction

    TX Series User’s Manual Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 1: Introduction Printer Specifications Mode Printing method Thermal Transfer Printing resolution 203 dpi (8 dots/mm) 300 dpi (11.8 dots/mm) 600 dpi (23.6 dots/mm) Max printing speed 10 ips (254.0 mm/s) 8 ips (203.2 mm/s) 4 ips (101.6 mm/s)

  • Page 7: Contents Of Box

    Sample Ribbon 1 pc TX Quick Start Guide/Sheet 1 pc *CD-ROM 1 pc *Note: CD-ROM pack includes TX printer driver, label design software, TX Series User’s Manual and the Programming Manual. TX Series Printer Ribbon USB Cable CD ROM Power Cord...

  • Page 8: Chapter 2: Setup And Use

    TX Series User’s Manual Chapter 2: Setup and Use Chapter 2: Setup and Use Setting up the Printer Before setting up the printer consider the following: 1. Make sure there is adequate space around the printer for loading consumables and proper ventilation.
  • Page 9 TX Series User’s Manual Chapter 2: Setup and Use Figure 2-2(a) 1. Platen Roller 5. Bolt ESD Brush 6. Positioning Arm – Media Roll 2. Printhead Module 10. Lever 7. External Media Loading 3. Ribbon Supply Spindle 11. Media Sensor Cover Plate Opening 4.
  • Page 10 TX Series User’s Manual Chapter 2: Setup and Use Figure 2-2(b) 1. Platen Roller 5. Media Roll Guide (out) ESD Brush 2. Printhead Module 6. Bolt 10. Handle 7. External Media Loading 3. Ribbon Supply Spindle 11. Media Sensor Cover Plate Opening 4.
  • Page 11 TX Series User’s Manual Chapter 2: Setup and Use The Postek TX-Series printer is equipped with multiple interfaces, and the Ethernet Interface is optional. See Figure 2-3. Figure 2-3 1. Centronics Port 4. RS-232 Serial Port 7. Power Switch 2. USB Host 5.

  • Page 12: Loading Path

    TX Series User’s Manual Chapter 2: Setup and Use Loading Path See figure 2-4(a) shows the loading path in TX2. Figure 2-4(a) 1. Media Sensor Handle 4. Ribbon Path 7. Media Guide Slide 2. Media Path 5. Ribbon Guide 3. Platen Roller 6.

  • Page 13: Connecting The Printer

    (1) Do not use the printer near liquids or corrosive chemicals. (2) Using the wrong power cord may cause damage to your printer. POSTEK assumes no liability for any damage in such cases. The rating for the printer is 110/220 VAC ± 10%, 50/60 Hz.

  • Page 14: Loading The Ribbon

    TX Series User’s Manual Chapter 2: Setup and Use Loading the Ribbon Note: Load ribbon only when using the thermal transfer printing method. Remove any ribbon that may be loaded when using the direct thermal printing method. To install the ribbon: Lift to open the right cover of the printer.
  • Page 15 TX Series User’s Manual Chapter 2: Setup and Use 4. Unwrap the ribbon roll and separate the ribbon roll and the core. Place the roll into the Ribbon Spindle, adjusting the brackets (see Figure 2-7). Make sure the ribbon roll is firmly in place.
  • Page 16 TX Series User’s Manual Chapter 2: Setup and Use Figure 2-9 7. Secure the leading edge of the ribbon to the core. See Figure 2-10(a). 8. Slide the core onto the Ribbon Take-up Spindle to push it firmly to the inside edge of the Spindle. Turn the Take-up Spindle until the ribbon is tightly wound.

  • Page 17: Loading The Media

    TX Series User’s Manual Chapter 2: Setup and Use Loading the Media TX Series printers can be operated in four different modes: Standard mode, Tear-off mode, Peel-off mode and Cutting mode. - In Standard mode, each printed label remains on the backing liner.
  • Page 18 TX Series User’s Manual Chapter 2: Setup and Use Media Roll Guide (out) Media Spindle Media Roll Lever Figure 2-11(b) Figure 2-11(b) shows the media loading of TX3 and TX6. 3. Adjust the Positioning Arm by pushing it down and align it to the outside edge of the media roll (see figure 2-12(a)), or slide the media roll guide onto the media spindle until it’s snug against the media roll (see figure...
  • Page 19 TX Series User’s Manual Chapter 2: Setup and Use Bolt Figure 2-12 (b) Figure 2-12(b) shows the media loading of TX3 and TX6. 4. Turn the Lever counter clockwise to release the Printhead Module. Referring to Figure 2-4(a) or 2-4(b), lead the media that follows the media guide to place the media under the Media Guide Lever, and in-between the Media Sensor.
  • Page 20 TX Series User’s Manual Chapter 2: Setup and Use Figure 2-13 (b) Figure 2-13(b) shows the media loading of TX3 and TX6. 6. Move the Media Sensor to the appropriate position (see Figure 2-14). Adjust the Media Sensor to ensure that its position is aligned above the media’s separation identifier (e.g.

  • Page 21: Peel-Off And Tear-Off Mode

    TX Series User’s Manual Chapter 2: Setup and Use Note: (1) The TX Series printer has three types of media sensors: the up/down reflective media sensor and the transmissive media sensor. Please see the “LCD Panel Operation” guide to select the sensor’s type.

  • Page 22: Chapter 3: Operations And Settings

    TX Series User’s Manual Chapter 3: Operations and Settings Chapter 3: Operations and Settings Basic Operations Power Switch The power switch is on the back panel of the printer. The symbols on the switch are defined as follows: ━ —ON 〇...

  • Page 23: Lcd Display

    TX Series User’s Manual Chapter 3: Operations and Settings LED Indicators The three lamps indicate the status of the printer (please refer to Chapter 4: Troubleshooting, for error indicators). - Solid: Indicates the printer is in the normal state; READY - Blinking: Indicates the printer is in the ‘PAUSE’...

  • Page 24: Button Functions

    TX Series User’s Manual Chapter 3: Operations and Settings Ready Status [Resolution] Ready [203DPI] Total printed labels (pages) count, will be reset Total: 888 to 0 if cycle the printer power. Version: 1.76 Firmware Version 2016-01-01 08:08:08 Current Date. Current Time...
  • Page 25 TX Series User’s Manual Chapter 3: Operations and Settings Items to be set and operating guide: SUB MENU DESCRIPTION Exit Exit from the menu, with or without saving the changes. Darkness When set at ‘0’, the printer will accept the default setting or command setting, if not, the printer will not accept the default setting or command setting.
  • Page 26 TX Series User’s Manual Chapter 3: Operations and Settings Delete Fonts Delete stored fonts. Options: PPLE, PPLZ Command Type Default: PPLE Options: Enable, Disable Default: Disable After DHCP is enabled, the printer will ask for a restart. As the printer being powered on again, the LCD will prompt “DHCP CONFIGURING, PLEASE...

  • Page 27: Tear-Off

    TX Series User’s Manual Chapter 3: Operations and Settings Tear-off a. Grab printed label b. Tear down Figure 3-2 1. Press MENU to enter setup menu: Tear Off, select Enable. 2. Follow the directions shown in Figure 3-2 to tear off the label.

  • Page 28: Cutting Mode

    TX Series User’s Manual Chapter 3: Operations and Settings c. Remove the label Figure 3-3 1. Press MENU to enter setup menu: Manual Peel Off, select Enable. 2. Follow the directions shown in Figure 3-3 to peel off the label.
  • Page 29 TX Series User’s Manual Chapter 3: Operations and Settings Figure 3-4(a) Figure 3-4(a) shows the cutting mode of TX2. Figure 3-4(b) Figure 3-4(b) shows the cutting mode of TX3 and TX6.

  • Page 30: Adjusting The Pressure Of The Printhead

    TX Series User’s Manual Chapter 3: Operations and Settings Adjusting the Pressure of the Printhead Cap nut Collar nut Figure 3-5 As shown in Figure , there are two set of nuts and screws for adjusting the pressure of Printhead.

  • Page 31: Windows Driver And Label Software

    TX Series User’s Manual Chapter 3: Operations and Settings Windows Driver and Label Software The TX Series Industrial printer driver is packaged with the printer in the CD-ROM pack, and is compatible with the following operating systems:  Windows 10 ...

  • Page 32: Chapter 4: Maintenance

    TX Series User’s Manual Chapter 4: Maintenance Chapter 4: Maintenance Warnings: (1) Make sure the printer is powered off before performing maintenance operations. (2) The Printhead may be hot due to recent printing. Wait until the Printhead cools before performing maintenance.

  • Page 33: Cleaning The Platen Roller

    TX Series User’s Manual Chapter 4: Maintenance Cleaning the Platen Roller The Platen Roller, located at the exit point and underneath labels, supports the labels as they feed out of the printer. The roller can accumulate debris from consumables, such as dirt, sand, dust or glue. To ensure longevity of the Platen Roller, follow the recommended maintenance guidelines below: Clean the Platen Roller after every (3) rolls of label media used.

  • Page 34: Chapter 5: Troubleshooting

    Media sensor is broken Contact an authorized POSTEK service provider for technical support. Note: If you are using continuous media without gaps or black lines, please make sure the correct Media Type settings are input in PosLabel software.

  • Page 35: Miscellaneous

    Recovery After the miscellaneous has been cleared, press the CANCEL button to clear the alarm or restart the printer to resume the printing automatically. Note: For errors not listed here, please contact an authorized POSTEK Service Provider for further assistance.

  • Page 36: Appendix A: Interface Specifications

    TX Series User’s Manual Appendix A: Interface Specifications Appendix A: Interface Specifications RS232 Serial The RS232 connector on the printer is a DB9F: Direction Definition Ground Connection with host: Host 25S Printer 9P Host 9S Printer 9P ……… 3 RX ………...

  • Page 37: Appendix B: Ascii Table

    TX Series User’s Manual Appendix B: ASCII Table Appendix B: ASCII Table “ XOFF & ‘ < > Note: The € sign is included in the embedded table at DEC128 or HEX 80...

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