CognitiveTPG Advantage LX Quick Start Manual

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PRINT MODE & INDEX METHOD
l Thermal transfer printers can operate in direct
thermal or thermal transfer mode and must be set
to the correct print mode for proper results
l All Advantage LX printers can use black bar, gap or
notch indexing
l Your label printing software should provide the
means to set these parameters. See your software
documentation for details
l Refer to the Cognitive Programmer's Guide found
at http://www.CognitiveTPG.com/support/
downloads/LX to set these parameters using the
Cognitive Programming Language
l The Web site download page includes utilities,
Windows drivers, label design software, and
additional information
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SELF TEST
The self test checks the printer's overall operability.
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IMPORTANT! The printer should be loaded with
media, connected to AC power, and turned off.
l Press and hold the FEED button
l Turn the printer ON while holding the FEED
button. Release the FEED button when self test
starts to print
l Turn the printer off and on again to return to
normal printing operation
IMPORTANT! After performing a self test, the printer is
in hexadecimal dump mode and cannot print
normally until you cycle the power.
MAINTENANCE
(With Every Media Roll)
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D
B
A B C
Clean the print head , drive roller and the index sensors and
D with a soft, lint free cloth lightly saturated with 99% isopropyl
alcohol. Press the FEED button to clean all sides of the roller.
CAUTION! Incorrectly cleaning the printer will cause permanent
damage and void the printer's warranty. CognitiveTPG recommends
using a certified cleaning pen for all your printer's cleaning
requirements, P/N 60-14-00-0002.
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MORE INFO Visit www.CognitiveTPG.com > Support > Drivers & Downloads to find
the latest printer drivers, software, and documentation. You may also
contact customer service at 800-732-8950 or 607-274-2500, or by
emailing support@CognitiveTPG.com.
WARNING - SHOCK HAZARD and STATIC DISCHARGE:
Never operate the printer in a location where it can get wet. Personal injury could result. The discharge of
electrostatic energy that accumulates on the surface of the human body or other surfaces can damage or destroy
the print head or electronic components used in this device. DO NOT TOUCH the print head or the electronic
components under the print head carriage.
CAUTION - PRINTER SETUP & HANDLING:
When installing or modifying the printer setup or configuration, ALWAYS TURN POWER OFF before: (1) connecting any cables, (2) performing any
cleaning or maintenance operations, (3) moving the printer.
EUROPEAN COMPLIANCE:
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate
measures.
FCC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be
required to correct the interference at his own expense.
INDUSTRY CANADA NOTICE:
This class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICS-003 requirements.
Cet appareil numerique de la classe A est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
General Mailing Address DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Model: LBDXX-XXXX-XXXX
25 Tri-State International Model: LBTXX-XXXX-XXXX (X = any alphanumeric character)
CognitiveTPG, LLC, 950 Danby Road, Suite 200, Ithaca, New York, 14850
Suite 200
This declaration of conformity is issued under the sole responsibility of the Manufacturer: CognitiveTPG, LLC
Lincolnshire, IL 60069
Information Technology Equipment – Thermal Printer
The object of the declaration described above is in conformity with Directive 2011/65/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 8 June 2011 on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in
Toll Free: 800.732.8950 electrical and electronic equipment. With the exception of model DBD42-2085-GHE.
Applicable EU Directives:
Direct: 847.383.7900
2004/108/EC (electromagnetic compatibility directive)
Fax: 847.383.7949 2006/95/EC (low voltage directive for product safety)
Harmonized Standards:
EN50581:2012 Technical Documentation for the assessment of electrical and electronic products with respect to the restriction of hazardous substances
Web site: www.CognitiveTPG.com
EN 55024 (1998/A1:2001/A2:2003) Information Technology Equipment Immunity Characteristics
EN 55022 (1998/A1:2001/A2:2003) EMC, Class A, Limits and Methods of Measurement of Interference
E-mail: info@CognitiveTPG.com
Characteristics of IT Equipment
EN 61000-3-2 Harmonic current conditions
EN 61000-3-3 Flicker and Voltage Changes
IEC 60950-1 (ed.2);am1- Product Safety Standard.
Technical Support
Signed for and on behalf of CognitiveTPG, LLC
Toll Free: 800.732.8950, option 4
Ithaca, NY, December 23, 2013
Direct: 607.274.2500, option 4
E-mail: support@CognitiveTPG.com
Jeffrey C Phoenix, Regulatory Compliance Engineer, CognitiveTPG, LLC Ref #: 189-1300070 Rev F
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