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- Page 1 FP-530si, DP-530si Operator’s Manual Printek, LLC 2515 Lakeshore Drive Saint Joseph, MI 49085-2977 269-925-3200 www.printek.com Printek, LLC. A Company. Part Number 7666 Rev A...
- Page 2 This equipment complies with Canadian and FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Part 15.21 Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Printek, LLC could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
- Page 3 Betrieb No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer service or repairs to a qualified service professional. Use of genuine Printek replacement parts is required to warrant proper, safe operation. Any alteration or modification of this device voids the user warranty and may make the product unsafe to operate.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Fault Description and Resolution ....................27 Obtaining Service ..........................27 APPENDIX ..............................28 Appendix A – FieldPro 530si Printer Specifications ................ 28 Glossary of Terms ............................. 29 Index ................................31 Introduction www.printek.com | P: 888.211.3400 | F: 269.925.8539 | E: info@printek.com... - Page 5 Thank you for purchasing the Printek FieldPro 530si Series mobile thermal printer. The FP530si series prints on special thermal media supplied in roll form up to 3.125 inches wide. All models are equipped with a USB port which supports printer configuration. All models support an optional internal Wi-Fi Appendix A –...
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Page 6: Printer Features
Compatible with Windows, Windows Mobile and Android Emulations that allow the printer to be a drop-in replacement for nearly any mobile printer Appendix A – FieldPro 530si Printer For detailed specifications reference Specifications. www.printek.com | P: 888.211.3400 | F: 269.925.8539 | E: info@printek.com... -
Page 7: Quick Start Instructions
Quick Start Instructions A. Paper Load www.printek.com | P: 888.211.3400 | F: 269.925.8539 | E: info@printek.com... -
Page 8: Pin D-Connector Pin Out
Ready Flashing Paper Error/Lid Open Flashing Job is arriving Flashing Job is printing Flashing Flashing IP over USB active Solid, Flashes Off Every 2 Wireless Personal Area Network Seconds active www.printek.com | P: 888.211.3400 | F: 269.925.8539 | E: info@printek.com... -
Page 9: Performing A Printer Self-Test
E. Performing a Printer Self-Test With power on, press the paper feed button twice quickly. www.printek.com | P: 888.211.3400 | F: 269.925.8539 | E: info@printek.com... -
Page 10: Configuration
Enter - A login box should appear: b. Use the dropdown box to select a language other than English. c. Type “0000” and hit Enter- you should now be at the home page for FP530si Configuration. www.printek.com | P: 888.211.3400 | F: 269.925.8539 | E: info@printek.com... - Page 11 At the top of the Main Page are selections to access the sub-menus. Wherever the book icon appears in the printer configuration pages, click it to access the user manual pages for help. www.printek.com | P: 888.211.3400 | F: 269.925.8539 | E: info@printek.com...
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Page 12: Connectivity Parameters
RS-232 Config: Note: these values must match the host system serial port interface. Baud Rate: Possible values: 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600*, 115200 Sets communication speed between the printer and host. www.printek.com | P: 888.211.3400 | F: 269.925.8539 | E: info@printek.com... - Page 13 Sets the Parity bit. End of Job Timout: Possible values: 0.5 through 9.5 seconds at .5 intervals Sets the time the printer will wait to receive data betore considering the print job complete. www.printek.com | P: 888.211.3400 | F: 269.925.8539 | E: info@printek.com...
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Page 14: Wi-Fi Config
To exit Personal Area Network mode, press and hold the Power and Paper Feed buttons until the Power and Alert LEDs light. Release both buttons, and the printer will restart in normal WiFi mode. www.printek.com | P: 888.211.3400 | F: 269.925.8539 | E:... - Page 15 Enter the SSID of a network connection. If authentication is used select the authentication type. Click Next. The following form will change depending on the authentication type: WPA-PSK Enter the password for the network connection. www.printek.com | P: 888.211.3400 | F: 269.925.8539 | E: info@printek.com...
- Page 16 These are Enterprise network settings. Consult your server manual for recommended settings. Upload Digital Certificate If your enterprise network uses digital certificates as another form of authentication, you can upload the certificates here. www.printek.com | P: 888.211.3400 | F: 269.925.8539 | E: info@printek.com...
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Page 17: Image Parameters
This page allows you to make selections about the image to be printed. Current Emulation: Possible Values: PRINTEK*, ZPL, CPCL, ESCPOS, IPL, AUTOIMAGE, PDF, POSTSCRIPT, IMAGE The FP530si printer is capable of using several different emulation modes. This feature sets the family of printer commands that may be used by a host application program to control the various capabilities of the printer. - Page 18 Chars Per Inch and Default Text Line Spacing: NOTE: These settings only function in Printek Emulation This determines how large the characters are and how many characters will print in a one inch space. The higher the number, the greater the number of lines per vertical inch of print.
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Page 19: Device Config
Possible values: Off*, Front, Rear, Gap. (Note: Rear and Gap are available only on 530siL models). Set the value when using regular or label media with black alignment marks or label media with gaps between the labels www.printek.com | P: 888.211.3400 | F: 269.925.8539 | E: info@printek.com... - Page 20 This is a locked value. These settings are supplied by the paper manufacturer. The default settings cover most grades of paper. If you are using non-standard paper consult the paper manufacturer for recommended settings. www.printek.com | P: 888.211.3400 | F: 269.925.8539 | E:...
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Page 21: Fonts
Font Aliases Languages like ZPL and CPCL can use an uploaded Font Alias Table so legacy jobs can have their font names mapped to other uploaded fonts. Contact Printek Technical Support at (800) 368-4636 for more information. www.printek.com | P: 888.211.3400 | F: 269.925.8539 | E:... -
Page 22: Graphics
You must set each of these values before selecting Upload Logo or the default values will be associated with your image. Current Logo Mapping Once uploaded into the printer memory, your image and settings will be displayed here. www.printek.com | P: 888.211.3400 | F: 269.925.8539 | E: info@printek.com... -
Page 23: Update Printer Firmware, Upload Files To Printer Memory
F. Update Printer Firmware, Upload Files to Printer Memory Printer Application Updates, OEM information and Manuals and more can be uploaded here. Contact Printek Technical Support at (800) 368-4636 for more information. G. Reset Printer Configuration to Factory Defaults (Safe Mode) Printer settings can be restored to factory configurations. -
Page 24: Printing Modes
Please see the Integrator’s Guide or your system integrator for more details. www.printek.com | P: 888.211.3400 | F: 269.925.8539 | E: info@printek.com... -
Page 25: Integrating The Printer Into Your Business Applications
Plug the printer into a serial port on your host system using data/power cable. c) Using the “Add Printer” wizard, install the printer using the driver file obtained from Printek and the serial COM port number that the printer is connected to. -
Page 26: Windows Tablets And Smartphones
This feature and/or specific directions for use were not available as of this printing. D. Apple™ Tablets & Smartphones Wi-Fi This feature and/or specific directions for use were not available as of this printing. www.printek.com | P: 888.211.3400 | F: 269.925.8539 | E: info@printek.com... -
Page 27: Media
Media A. Standard Media Printek offers a variety of media types. See Appendix D for detailed descriptions and ordering information. You may also visit our website or contact your PrintekMobile sales representative for a complete and up to date description of our consumables and accessory products. -
Page 28: Maintenance And Troubleshooting
Roller whenever you load new paper. To clean the printer areas as described below, use a Thermal Head Cleaning Pen and MCR Cleaning Card available from Printek, or you may use cotton swabs moistened with isopropyl alcohol. Turn the printer off. Open the Paper Door and remove the paper. -
Page 29: General Error Conditions
Poor quality paper Verify paper from approved source. Paper Door not fully closed Verify door is closed. Dirty Black Mark/Paper Clean Sensor as described in “Maintenance” section of Sensor this document. www.printek.com | P: 888.211.3400 | F: 269.925.8539 | E: info@printek.com... -
Page 30: Obtaining Service
If service is required for your printer, please contact the company where you purchased your printer. If they are unable to assist you, contact Printek Customer Service at (800) 368-4636 to obtain a Return Authorization Number. Printers without Return Authorization will not be accepted. -
Page 31: Appendix
Media in Case Quantities PC, Windows Mobile and Android. Popular Mounting Systems Print utilities and SDK’s for all In-Vehicle Systems platforms. Native App and Web printing. Cart Mounting Systems www.printek.com | P: 888.211.3400 | F: 269.925.8539 | E: info@printek.com... -
Page 32: Glossary Of Terms
An area along any edge of a form where data may not be printed. Peer-to-Peer A network consisting of only stations (no access point or central server). Same as Ad-Hoc. www.printek.com | P: 888.211.3400 | F: 269.925.8539 | E: info@printek.com... - Page 33 Wired Equivalent Privacy. A security protocol for wireless LANs designed to provide data security similar to a wired LAN. Wi-Fi Refers to any of the IEEE 802.11 standards. WLAN Wireless Local Area Network. A LAN made up of wireless nodes. www.printek.com | P: 888.211.3400 | F: 269.925.8539 | E: info@printek.com...
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Page 34: Index
WI-FI Config, 8, 9 Default Font, 10 pairing code, 16 Wifi Port, 9 Default Text Line Spacing, Paper Energy Values, 12 Windows, ii, 3, 15, 16, 17 Paper Feed Button, 6 WLAN, 29 www.printek.com | P: 888.211.3400 | F: 269.925.8539 | E: info@printek.com...
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