Meteor Picasso 200dpi User Manual

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  • Page 2 FCC Notice This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment may generate, use and/or radiate radio frequency energy.
  • Page 3 Disclaimer This manual has been validated and reviewed for accuracy. The instructions and descriptions it contains are accurate for the P Series Label Printer at the time of this manual’s printing. However, succeeding printers and manuals are subject to change without notice. www.meteorbarcode.it - info@meteorbarcode.it...
  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Safety Instructions Only qualified and trained service technicians should attempt to repair the printer. ◆ Do not place the printer on or near a heat source. ◆ Be sure that the output of the power adapter is 24VDC and your power source ◆...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Preface ..................1   Important Notice, Read Me First! .......... 2   Chapter 1 Introduction ............3   Specifications ................... 3  Unpacking and Inspection ..............4  Chapter 2 Getting Started ............6   Setting up ..................6  Main Parts and Features ..............7  Connecting the Printer ..............
  • Page 6 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting ........... 26   Error Indications ................26  Miscellaneous ................27  Others ..................... 28  Appendix A: Interface Specifications ........29   Appendix B: ASCII Table ............. 32   www.meteorbarcode.it - info@meteorbarcode.it...
  • Page 7: Preface

    Preface Welcome to P series label printer. The P Series Industrial Grade barcode label printers feature innovative state of the art technology and superior quality workmanship. Their all metal frame and unique core construction form a sturdy and durable stationary printer platform.
  • Page 8: Important Notice, Read Me First

    Important Notice, Read Me First! Thermal printhead can be easily damaged due to its precision construction. A printhead damaged by misuse is not covered under the terms of the warranty. To ensure longevity of the printhead, please note the following: 1.
  • Page 9: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Chapter 1 Introduction Specifications Picasso 200dpi Picasso 300dpi Picasso 300dpi Picasso 600dpi Picasso 600dpi Model Printing method Direct thermal & Thermal transfer 203 dpi 300 dpi 600 dpi Printing resolution (8 dots/mm) (11.8 dots/mm) (23.6 dots/mm) 10 ips 8 ips...
  • Page 10: Unpacking And Inspection

    1D Barcode: Code 39, Code 93, Code 128/subset A,B,C, Codabar, Interleave 2 of 5, UPC A/E 2 Barcode types and 5 add-on, EAN-13/8/128, UCC-128, etc; 2D Barcode: MaxiCode, PDF417, Data Matrix, QR, etc. RS-232 serial, USB, Centronics, PS/2. Interfaces 2 line graphic. LCD display 110/220 VAC±10%, 50/60 Hz.
  • Page 11 Printer Printer Ribbon Ribbon Sample Media Sample Media CD-Rom Figure 1 Printer and accessories www.meteorbarcode.it - info@meteorbarcode.it...
  • Page 12: Chapter 2 Getting Started

    Chapter 2 Getting Started Setting up Before setting up the printer you should consider the following: 1. Make sure there is adequate space around the printer for loading consumables and proper ventilation. 2. Make sure the printer is close to the host so the interface cable is easily accessible at either end.
  • Page 13: Main Parts And Features

    Main Parts and Features Figure 2 1. MENU Button 2. CANCEL Button 3. FEED Button 4. PAUSE Button 5. Media Calibration 6. READY Indicator 7. MEDIA Indicator 8. RIBBON Indicator 9. LCD 10. Right Cover 11. Media Outlet 12. Cover Handle www.meteorbarcode.it - info@meteorbarcode.it...
  • Page 14 Figure 3 1. Platen Roller 2. Printhead Module 3. Ribbon Supply Spindle 4. Ribbon Take-up 6. Positioning Arm- 5. Bolt Spindle Media Roll 7. External Media 8. Media Spindle 9. ESD Brush Loading Opening 11. Media Sensor 10. Lever Cover Plate www.meteorbarcode.it - info@meteorbarcode.it...
  • Page 15 Figure 4 1. Centronics Port 2. PS/2 Port 3. USB Port (Type B) 4. RS232 Serial Port 5. Power Switch 6. AC In Port 7. Ethernet Port Note: The above figure illustrates all possible interface ports on a series printer, but some ports may not be available for your printer.
  • Page 16: Connecting The Printer

    Figure 5 1. Media Sensor Handle 2. Media Path 3. Platen Roller 4. Ribbon Path 5. Ribbon Guide 6. Media Guide Lever 7. Media Guide Slide Connecting the Printer Power Connection Caution: Do not use the printer near liquids or corrosive chemicals. 1.
  • Page 17: Interface Connection

    Interface Connection Caution: Make sure the printer is switched OFF before connecting the interface cable. The interface between the printer and the host will use either a serial or USB (or parallel) cable. Contact your reseller for Ethernet connection options. 1.
  • Page 18: Loading The Ribbon

    Loading the Ribbon Caution: This section is not applicable to direct thermal printing. 1. Lift to open the cover; 2. Turn the handle anticlockwise to release the Printhead Module; 3. Check the ink side on the label of the ribbon roll then unwrap the ribbon roll pack and separate the ribbon roll and the core;...
  • Page 19: Loading The Media

    Ribbon 图 7 8. Attach the edge of the ribbon to the core and wrap it on; 9. Insert the core onto the ribbon take-up spindle to the inside edge; 10. Turn the take-up spindle untill the ribbon is tightly wound; 11.
  • Page 20 -- In Standard mode, each printed label remains on the backing liner. -- In Peel-off mode, each printed label is peeled away from the backing liner manually. -- In Cutting mode, the printer automatically cuts the label after it is printed.
  • Page 21: Adjusting The Position Of Media Sensor

    sure not to pinch the media; 8. Turn the lever clockwise to close the Printhead Module; 9. Close the cover and turn on the printer or press the “FEED” button if the printer is already on. Cutting Mode: The loading guide will be provided with the cutter kit. Adjusting the Position of Media Sensor Note: Only applies to the reflective sensor.
  • Page 22: Operation Basics

    Operation Basics Power Switch The power switch is on the back panel of the printer. The symbols on the switch are defined as follows: ━ —— ON 〇 —— OFF The Front Panel The Front Panel of the printer consists of: - Three Indicator Lamps: MEDIA, READY and RIBBON - T hree multi function buttons : PAUSE, FEED and CANCEL Indicator Lamps...
  • Page 23: Lcd Panel Operation

    Buttons There are five buttons on the front panel. The normal functions of the five buttons are listed in the following table. Mode Function Feed one label FEED - Press once to pause current print job PAUSE - Press a second time to resume printing - Cancel current batch of labels CANCEL - Forces the printer to continue working after an...
  • Page 24 Examples of LCD display Ready to print. READY[203DPI] Total = number of pages printed. Note: when the printer is powered Total:00000888 off, the counter reverts to 0. In normal printing mode, display PAUSE only XXXXXXXX as total number of pages printed. In copy Total:XXXXXXXX printing mode, display YYY/XXXXXXXX,...
  • Page 25: Main Menu

    3.Items to be set and operating guide MAIN MENU SUB MENU DESCRIPTION Direct Thermal, Thermal Transfer. Print Method Default: Thermal Transfer. Tear Off Options: Enable, Disable. Cutter Default: Disable. Manual Peel Off Options: Reflective, Transmissive. Media Sensor Default: Reflective. Common Settings Options: 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600.
  • Page 26: Tear-Off

    Tear-Off Tear down a. Grab printed label Figure 9 1. Press MENU to enter setup menu: Common Settings → Tear Off, select Enable; 2. Follow the directions shown in Figure 9 to tear off the label; 3. If the tear-off position needs to be adjusted, press MENU to enter setup menu: Offset Settings →...
  • Page 27: Manual Peel-Off

    Manual Peel-Off a. Press the printed label downwards b. Press the label to printer c. Remove the label Figure 10 1. Press MENU to enter setup menu: Common Settings → Manual Peel Off, select Enable; 2. Follow the directions shown in Figure 10 to peel off the label; 3.
  • Page 28: Adjusting The Pressure Of Printhead

    Adjusting The Pressure Of Printhead Figure 11 As shown in Figure 11, there are two screws, #1 and #2. Unscrew #2 first (do not remove it) , then unscrew #1. Adjust the position of screw #1 towards Increase or Decrease as required. Then first fasten screw #1, then the #2.
  • Page 29 available on the Printer Accessory CD. Note: If you need to update the driver, please remove any old versions of the driver before continuing. www.meteorbarcode.it - info@meteorbarcode.it...
  • Page 30: Chapter 3 Maintenance

    Chapter 3 Maintenance Warning: 1. Make sure the printer is turned OFF before performing any maintenance operations. 2. The printhead becomes hot while printing, be careful when performing maintenance on the printhead. 3. Use only the cleaning agents indicated. will not be responsible for damage caused by any other cleaning materials used on the printer.
  • Page 31: Cleaning The Platen Roller

    generated by poor quality ribbons. 3. After every roll of ribbon or every three rolls of media , the printhead should be cleaned with anhydrous isopropyl alcohol. a. Turn off the printer and open the cover. b. Release and lift the Printhead Module. c.
  • Page 32: Chapter 4 Troubleshooting

    Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Occasionally situations occur that require some troubleshooting. Possible issues and potential solutions are listed in this section. While not every situation is addressed, you may find some of these tips useful. Error Indications Typically, when the printer is not functioning, one or two of the three indicator lamps will begin blinking.
  • Page 33: Miscellaneous

    READY and RIBBON Lamps blink simultaneously Possible Cause Recommend Solutions Remarks Run out of ribbon Load a roll ribbon Ribbon jam Clear the jam Ribbon Sensor Service Ribbon Sensor To be serviced only error by qualified personnel Only READY Lamp blinks Possible Cause Recommend Solutions Remarks...
  • Page 34: Others

    The data has been sent, but not printing 1. Verify you have chosen the correct Windows printer. 2. Reset the printer. If the situation remains unsolved, please contact your reseller or our customer service engineer. Print quality problems 1. Adjust Print Darkness setting. 2.
  • Page 35: 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 TX 2 ……… 3 RX RX 2 ……… 2 TX RX 3 ………...
  • Page 36 Alternately you can just connect the 3 wires as follows: Host 25S Printer 9P Host 9S Printer 9P TX 2 ……… 3 RX RX 2 ……… 2 TX RX 3 ……… 2 TX TX 3 ……… 3 RX GND 7 ………...
  • Page 37 Parallel (Centronics) The parallel port is a standard 36-pin Centronics interface. Its pin assignments are as follows: Pin Direction Definition Direction Definition /STROBE SELECT Data 1 14,15 Data 2 Ground Data 3 Ground Data 4 Data 5 19~30 - Ground Data 6 Data 7 /Fault...
  • Page 38: Appendix B: Ascii Table

    Appendix B: ASCII Table “ XOFF # & ‘ < > Remark: The € sign is included in the embedded table at DEC128 or HEX 80 www.meteorbarcode.it - info@meteorbarcode.it...
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