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Rhein Tech Laboratories Client: Paxar Americas, Inc. 360 Herndon Parkway FCC: Part 15.247 Suite 1400 Industry Canada: RSS-210 Herndon, VA 20170 FCC ID: GU69460IPLA3021 http://www.rheintech.com Model #: 9460IP APPENDIX J: MANUAL Please refer to the following pages for the Paxar 9460IP and the Symbol Technologies LA-3021 manuals. Page 48 of 83...
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Communications du Canada. Trademarks Monarch is a registered trademark of Monarch Marking Systems, Inc. 9460, 9461, 9463, 9464, MPCL, and Sierra Sport2 are trademarks of Monarch Marking Systems, Inc. Paxar is a trademark of Paxar Corporation. Adobe and Acrobat are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated.
G E T T I N G S T A R T E D The Monarch® Sierra Sport2 9460 printer is a portable, thermal-direct printer that prints on tags or labels. I n t r o d u c t i o n This chapter includes information about documentation.
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Keep all packaging material in case you need to move or return the printer. If any items are missing, contact Monarch® at the number listed on the back of this manual for replacement items. 1-2 Getting Started...
P o w e r i n g t h e P r i n t e r There are two ways to power the printer: Using a battery. See "Installing the Battery" for more information. Using the optional AC power adapter. For more information about the AC power adapter, refer to the 9463 Operating Instructions included with the AC power adapter.
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3. Insert the connector end of the battery into the printer. 4. Close the supply door until the release buttons click into place. 5. Turn on the printer by pressing and holding the P button until the LCD screen comes on (about two seconds).
The printer uses a 7.4V lithium-ion battery. WARNING Use only Monarch chargers (Monarch® 9461 Single Station Charger or the Monarch® 9464 Four Station Charger) designed for lithium-ion batteries when charging. The battery might explode if placed on a different charger.
C o n n e c t i n g t h e C o m m u n i c a t i o n s C a b l e 9-pin and 25-pin serial communication cables are available. For best results, use only Monarch® cables. See Appendix B, "Accessories & Options" for part number information.
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2. Plug the DB9 connector into the DB9 port. DB9 Port Connector 2.5" 3. Place the cable in the cable cavity. Cable in Cable Cavity 4. Close the hinged cable door and tighten the screws. To connect the optional AC power adapter, refer to the 9463 Operating Instructions included with the AC power adapter.
U s i n g t h e D i s p l a y a n d B u t t o n s Turns the printer on and off. Advances the supply or returns the display to the next higher menu.
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2. Download a format and a batch. For information on creating packets and downloading print jobs refer to the online version of the Programmer’s Manual available on Monarch’s Web site (www.monarch.com). The printer prints either a strip of supplies or one at a time (on-demand mode).
L O A D I N G S U P P L I E S This chapter describes how to load supply for non-peel mode (prints on continuous strip of supply). peel mode (prints and separates the label from the liner).
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2. Remove the tape from a new roll of supply. 3. Move the supply holder tabs to widen the supply holders. Insert a roll of supplies. Supply Holder Tabs The supply should unwind as shown with the loose end of the supply feeding through the exit chute.
6. Press the O button to calibrate the supply under the printhead. If you receive a supply error, see Chapter 4, "Troubleshooting" for more information. Tear Edge Te a r i n g t h e S u p p l i e s Tear the supply from the right or left using the tear edge as a guide.
L o a d i n g f o r P e e l M o d e You need label supply with a liner to use these instructions. 1. Open the supply door by pushing down on the release buttons located on both sides of the printer. The supply door should swing open.
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The supply should unwind as shown with the loose end of the supply feeding through the exit chute. 4. Pull out enough supply to lay across the exit chute. Exit Chute 5. Remove a couple of labels from the liner. Feed the supply under the peel bar.
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6. Close the supply door until the release buttons click into place. The peel bar closes when the supply door clicks into place. 7. Lightly tug on the liner to remove the slack. 8. Press the O button once or twice to advance the labels and to calibrate the supply under the printhead.
C A R E & M A I N T E N A N C E This chapter explains how to clean the printhead, platen roller, and the supply sensors. clear label jams. CAUTION Do not use sharp objects to clean the printhead. This may damage the printer and require a service charge.
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CAUTION Use isopropyl alcohol on the interior areas only, never on the exterior. A Monarch Cleaning Pen (part number 114226). To clean the printhead, platen roller, and supply sensors: 1. Turn off the printer by pressing and holding the P button until the display is blank.
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4. Clean the printhead with a clean soft cloth moistened with isopropyl alcohol, a cleaning pen, or a small brush. CAUTION The printhead is sensitive to static electricity, which can damage the printhead or reduce its life. Ground yourself by touching some metal before touching the printhead.
7. Clean the on-demand and black mark sensor with a clean soft cloth or cotton swab moistened with isopropyl alcohol or a cleaning pen. Black Mark On-Demand Sensor Sensor 8. Reload the supply. 9. Close the supply door until the release buttons click into place.
T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G This chapter lists some of the common printer problems and their possible solutions. If these solutions do not work, call Monarch Service. Problem Solution Printer will not Make sure the battery is fully charged.
Problem Solution Supply does not Check the on-demand, black mark, calibrate properly. die cut, or non-indexed sensors. Refer to the System Administrator’s Guide for more information. You may need a new sensor. C o m m o n E r r o r s The following is a list of common printer errors you may receive.
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Error Description The printer sensed a calibration of Check Supply different-sized black marks. Make sure the correct supply is loaded. Printer has not sensed a supply mark Check Supply within the specified number of inches or is out of supplies. Check the supply tracking, supply marks, black mark sensor position, and supply roll for binding.
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Resend the packets. If you see a System Error Vector ## on the display, call Technical Support for instructions. If you need to return the printer to Monarch, use the original packaging (box and packing material). 4-4 Troubleshooting...
S P E C I F I C A T I O N S This appendix includes information about printer specifications and cable pin-outs. P r i n t e r S p e c i f i c a t i o n s Height: 5.8"...
Printing Method: Thermal Direct Recommended 33% Duty Cycle (5 minutes out of Duty Cycle: 15 minutes time intervals). On-demand or intermittent printing has no restrictions. S u p p l y S p e c i f i c a t i o n s Supply Types: Labels (standard or linerless), tags or receipt paper...
This appendix lists the accessories and options that work with your printer and briefly describes them. Use these part numbers when ordering an item. Call Monarch at the number listed on the back of this manual to order parts or supplies. Accessory Items...
S i n g l e S t a t i o n B a t t e r y C h a r g e r The Monarch® 9461 Single Station Battery Charger is designed for the Monarch® 9460 portable printer. It can charge one battery at a time. For more information about the battery, see Chapter 1, "Getting Started."...
C a r r y i n g A c c e s s o r i e s The following carrying accessories are available: Hip Strap and Clip, Shoulder Strap, and Hand Strap. Refer to your Operating Instructions provided with each strap for more information.
P R I N T E R O P T I O N S This appendix lists the options that may be installed in your printer. IRDA Linerless RF Link I R D A Infrared Data Association - A wireless solution that uses light energy to transfer signals to and from the printer and a host.
R F P r i n t i n g When you turn on the printer, if you have the optional RF link installed, you will see: RF-Ready The printer is ready to receive data. If you have IrDA, you will see: IR-Ready C-2 Printer Options...
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