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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ................................19 4.5.2 Installing Softw are ................................19 4.6 Firmware update ........................... 20 V The Software Application PCset graphic 5.1 Prepare REINER 940 for PCset graphic ........................... 21 5.2 Starting the Software ........................... 22 5.3 Operating Interface ........................... 22 5.3.1 Menu bar ................................
  • Page 3 5.4 Establishing Bluetooth Connection ........................... 48 5.5 Example workflow: Generate Print Pattern ........................... 50 5.5.1 Configure Print Pattern ................................50 5.5.2 Transfer Print Pattern to the REINER 940 ................................51 5.5.3 Print Print Pattern ................................52 Num ber of prints 5.5.4 ................................53 5.6 Settings objects...
  • Page 4 6.5 Replace Protective Nozzle Seal ........................... 80 6.6 Clean Housing ........................... 81 VII Recognising and removing interferences 7.1 REINER 940 does not work ........................... 82 7.2 Reasons for rechargeable batteries not being charged ........................... 83 7.3 Visual Signals (LED) ........................... 83 7.4 Acoustic Signals...

  • Page 5: I Reiner 940

    REINER 940 REINER 940 ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 6: Operating Elements

    PCset graphic Help 940 Operating Elements ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 7 Nozzle cover Mounting Flange Cartridge Cover Micro-USB socket Print cartridge Battery compartment Cartridge Cover Relase Key Shutter Lever Lock Contact print cartridge Closure lever Protective Nozzle Seal Print Trigger Sealing tip Sensor Roller Nozzles ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 8: Set Wheel

    Note: Close the shutter lever before making any settings through the selector wheel! To avoid malfunctions align the settings precisely with the LED display! To activate Bluetooth, turn the setting wheel to position Online/Bluetooth (see "Activate Bluetooth"). ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 9: Important Notes

    Important Notes Important Notes Before commissioning of the REINER 940, always read the operating instructions and in particular the safety notes with care. This prevents mistakes in handling of the marking device and connected safety risks to keep you safe and avoid damage to the device.

  • Page 10: Your Safety

    Warnings of dangers that may lead to property damage if not observed. You are asked to perform actions here. Notes and advice to make handling your REINER 940 even easier. Notes on instruction videos. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 11: Safety Notes On Rechargeable Batteries

    Type use Only use the enclosed plug-in mains adapter or a PC USB connection to charge the batteries. Only use rechargeable batteries (two each) of the nickel-metal-hydride type (REINER item number: 946 192 - 000), build AA. Always replace all rechargeable batteries at once.

  • Page 12: Safety Notes

    Danger of blinding in case of contact between ink and eyes. Never hold the REINER 940 with its nozzles pointing at the face of persons! Danger of tripping and damage to the device from device lines placed freely in the room.

  • Page 13: Preparation And Taking Into Operation

    Install PCset graphic Software Firmware update Commissioning Find a clip on our homepage at www.reiner.de or youtube. The rechargeable batteries must be charged completely before the first use. The charging time is approx. 3 hours. The rechargeable batteries are charged when the green charge display goes out.

  • Page 14: Inserting Rechargeable Batteries

    Open the rechargeable battery compartment in the direction of the arrow. Be careful to insert the rechargeable batteries the correct way round (+/- polarity). Close the rechargeable battery compartment ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 15: Charge Batteries

    Charging at a USB hub without dedicated power supply is not possible. Connect the Micro-USB socket of the device to the mains unit with the USB cable and connect the mains unit to the mains. The green charging indicator lights up. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 16: Inserting Printing Cartridge

    OFF. Push the cartridge cover release key downwards, to open cartridge cover Take the cartridge out of its packaging and remove protective film from the jet Insert the cartridge Close the cartridge cover ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 17: Test Printing

    The imprint can only be selected if the closure lever is not pushed and the nozzle cover thus is closed. The REINER 940 is delivered with 4 factory-pre-set example print patterns. Turn the setting wheel to position 1. Pull print head shutter lever towards the device.

  • Page 18: Activate Bluetooth

    If Bluetooth is active, the battery runtime reduces since Bluetooth is active in standby mode as well. To activate Bluetooth at the device, the setting wheel , must be turned to position Online/Bluetooth. To establish the Bluetooth connection with the device, follow the instructions "Establishing Bluetooth Connection". ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 19: Install Pcset Graphic Software

    Installation is only possible with administrator rights on the computer. Insert PCset graphic-CD into the drive. If the installation programme does not start up automatically, start the file "setup.exe". Observe the installation programme's instructions. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 20: Firmware Update

    REINER 940 to the PCset graphic. The print images can be damaged during the Firmware update. Ensure that the PCset graphic is installed on your PC but not opened before the firmware update is started. While the firmware update is being installed, the REINER 940 must not be switched off. Connect Micro USB socket to the PC via the USB cable.

  • Page 21: The Software Application Pcset Graphic

    Turn the setting wheel to 1 to activate the device. The PC recognises the REINER 940 as a new USB device. The device driver software is installed automatically. When the device is connected to the PC, the rechargeable batteries are charged via the USB connection.

  • Page 22: Starting The Software

    PCset graphic Help 940 Starting the Software Double-click the REINER PCset graphic icon The PCset graphic software is started. Operating Interface The operating interface is structured in four areas: Menu bar with Windows-typical and Pcset graphic-specific functions Toolbar 4 lines for print pattern design...

  • Page 23: Menu Bar

    Last opened Shows the last opened print images. Exit Terminates the PCset graphic. 5.3.1.2 Edit Function Description Delete Deletes selected objects. Copy Loads selected contents into the clipboard. Paste Paste contents from the clipboard. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 24: View

    Help with detailed configuration notes and operating instructions in electronic form. Info Version information on the software. When the REINER 940 is connected, the information on model, serial number and firmware version appear here. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 25: Toolbar

    Display the tab "Print settings” in the menu "Settings". Transfer The displayed print patterns are transferred to the device. The data present on the REINER 940 are overwritten. Upload Save the print patterns saved in the device for processing. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 26: Setting Lines/Grid

    Each print line is structured by the number of selected or the selected grid size. Unites Grid/rulers are displayed in the selected unit. Unit Description Ruler is labelled in mm. inch Ruler is labelled in inch. Pixel Ruler is labelled in pixels. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 27: Selection

    (see "Font" and "Presettings"). Barcode The format settings offer several barcode formats (see "Presettings"). Graphic After insertion of a graphical object, a file selection window opens. Select the desired graphic and confirm with "Open". ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 28: Device Safety

    The device safety locks printing and protects the print data from abuse. Devices without the current firmware version do not support device safety. The latest firmware version can be downloaded from www.reiner.de in the area "Downloads". The device safety can be set in the menu bar under tab "Extras...

  • Page 29: Set Passw Ord

    To deactivate the device safety, select the tab "Extras" in menu bar and click Device safety Set password". Click "Deactivate password protection". In the status display and the toolbar , the symbol changes from ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 30: Passw Ord Forgotten

    When resetting the password, the REINER 940 is reset to factory settings. All saved print patterns are deleted. The password can only be reset when the REINER 940 has no device error. If the set password has been forgotten, it can be reset as follows:...

  • Page 31: Device Settings

    The Software Application PCset graphic 5.3.5 Device settings Device settings will only become active when they have been transmitted to the REINER 940. Print settings Signals Functions Font 5.3.5.1 Print settings Print sequence Alignment Print intensity ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 32: Print Sequence

    (1, 2, 3 or 4). Continuous printing (1,1,1,1) The line (1, 2, 3 or 4) set on the selector wheel is printed continuously in succession as long as the print triggered is activated. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 33: Alignment

    The Software Application PCset graphic 5.3.5.1.2 Alignment Function Description Turned by 0° Turned by 180° The 180° rotation is not displayed in the PCset. The device considers the setting in print. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 34: Print Intensity

    PCset graphic Help 940 5.3.5.1.3 Print intensity Function Description Normal Default ink consumption. Economic Reduction of ink consumption. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 35: Encoder

    Imprint is printed as soon as the print trigger button has been pressed. Pre-run is the distance in mm from print triggering until print start. The predefinition 23 mm, is equivalent to the distance from the ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 36 The print path per stroke has to be determined and set. Note: In order not to affect the print quality, at least one clock signal should occur per 0.338 mm print path (75dpi). REINER-Service can answer any detailed questions. Function Description...

  • Page 37: Signals

    The Software Application PCset graphic 5.3.5.2 Signals Activation or deactivation of acoustic signals for different events (see "Acoustic signals"). "Function performed": see tab "Functions". "Removable errors": see "Acoustic signals". ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 38: Functions

    PCset graphic Help 940 5.3.5.3 Functions Test print Repeat last imprint Continue numbering machines Reverse numbering machines Reset numbering machines to default ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 39: Test Print

    The printout starts with print pattern no. 1 and is switched forward to the next print pattern each time it is triggered. The "Test print" for the REINER 940 is performed as follows: Turn the selector wheel to position F.

  • Page 40: Repeat Last Imprint

    With the function "Repeat last imprint", the last imprint to be printed can be repeated. (Numbering machine does not change, time is current displayed). The function "Repeat last imprint" is performed as follows for the REINER 940: Turn the selector wheel to position F.

  • Page 41: Continue Numbering Machines

    The function "Continue numbering machines" allows to increment the numbers manually in a quick and easy manner. The function "Continue numbering machines" is performed as follows for the REINER 940: Turn the selector wheel to position F. Open the shutter.

  • Page 42: Reverse Numbering Machines

    5.3.5.3.4 Reverse numbering machines With the function "Reverse numbering machines", the numbers can be quickly and easily manually decremented. The function "Reverse numbering machines" is performed as follows for the REINER 940: Turn the selector wheel to position F. Open the shutter.

  • Page 43: Reset Numbering Machines To Default

    The default value for upwards counting numbering machines is the minimum value, and for downwards counting ones, it is the maximum value. For the REINER 940, the "Numbering machines are reset to default" as follows: Turn the selector wheel to position F.

  • Page 44: Font

    PCset graphic Help 940 5.3.5.4 Font For "Font 1" and "Font 2", fonts can be stored for the objects date/time and numbered. Month abbreviations can be set individually. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 45: Status Displays

    Connection has been made via Bluetooth Displays the fill level of the print Ink level cartridge in % Rechargeable battery level Displays the charge condition of the rechargeable battery Rechargeable battery full Rechargeable battery charging Rechargeable battery empty ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 46 Device is connected via the USB cable Online-Bluetooth Device is connected via Bluetooth Offline - Device not on - USB cable not plugged in - Rechargeable battery empty Here, notes on troubleshooting Device messages are displayed ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 47: Device Messages

    - No rechargeable battery/ battery defective rechargeable battery Disconnect device from the Device error xxx Device error power supply for approx. 3seconds (including rechargeable batteries and USB connection). If the error remains after activation, ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 48: Establishing Bluetooth Connection

    All devices found and all devices that have been connected to the PCset graphic before are displayed with model and serial number. If the REINER 940 is not found, start a new search run with the button "Search again". To establish a Bluetooth connection, click "Connect".
  • Page 49 The Software Application PCset graphic Enter the factory password "0000". The REINER 940 is connected to the PCset graphic. The connected device is saved as permanent connection, so that the PCset graphic will always connect with this device once it is available.

  • Page 50: Example Workflow: Generate Print Pattern

    Entering own print patterns overwrites all 4 print patterns saved in t he device. The factory pre- ins t alled print patterns can be uploaded into t he software and saved as XML files before ("Menu Commands"). Configure Print Pattern Transfer Print Pattern to the REINER 940 Print Print Pattern Number of prints 5.5.1...

  • Page 51: Transfer Print Pattern To The Reiner 940

    Confirm the following dialogue window with Yes. The following message will appear after a few seconds if the transfer is successful. Confirm message with OK. The print pattern is saved in the REINER 940 now and can be printed. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 52: Print Print Pattern

    PCset graphic Help 940 5.5.3 Print Print Pattern Danger of blinding in case of contact between ink and eyes. Never hold the REINER 940 with its nozzles pointing at the face of persons! Print print pattern Fig. Turn the setting wheel to position 1.

  • Page 53: Number Of Prints

    The Software Application PCset graphic 5.5.4 Number of prints The number of possible prints with a full printer cartridge is displayed by placing the mouse points over the print image number. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 54: Settings Objects

    The font size is adjusted if the grid is on. Example: If a grid of 4 lines is set, the text object has the height of one line. Presettings Contextmenu text object Generate graphic ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 55: Presettings

    Selection of desired font style from the list (standard, bold, italics or bold italics). Size Selection of the font size in points or input of the font size in points. Script Shows a list of available language scripts for the indicated font. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 56: Context Menu Text Object

    Converts the text into a graphic and attaches it to the current position. Note: the text can no longer be edited after conversion. Delete object Deletes the object. Enter or double click fastens the objet and is therefore inactive. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 57: Generate Graphic

    Font, font style, font size (see "Font") and format can be set.The date/time format can be globally preset. Additionally, deviating settings can be performed for every single date/time object (see "Context menu date/time object"). Up to five date/time objects can be placed. Presettings Context menu date/time object ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 58: Presettings

    Select the tab "Format" and click "Date/Time" in the menu bar The configuration window for date and time appears. The tab “Date and time“ is structured in two areas: - Format for date and time - Font Tab date and time Tab options Font ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 59: Tab Date And Time

    Minutes with two graphics (00 to 59) Seconds with two graphics (00 to 59) One character for twelve-hours format with the letters A or P Two characters for twelve-hours format with the letters AM or PM ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 60: Tab Options

    The offset can be used to, e.g., have best-before dates calculated automatically. Click into the respective text field. Enter or select offset. Confirm with OK. The set values are added to the current system date. The result appears in the configuration view of the imprints ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 61: Font

    5.6.2.1.3 Font Selection option between "Font1" and "Font 2". "Font 1" and "Font 2" can be configured in the menu bar under tab "File Settings Font" or in the toolbar via the button (see "Font"). ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 62: Context Menu Date/Time Object

    Observe: The following configuration may lead to nonsensical numbering machine readings: - Print sequence "Print lines in sequence" - Linked numbering machines with different repetitions each Presettings Context menu numbering machine object ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 63: Presettings

    Select the tab “Format“ and click “Numbering machine“ in the menu bar The configuration window for numbering machines appears. The configuration window for numbering machine is structured in three areas: - Numbering machine settings - Number circle - Font Numbering machine settings Number circle Font ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 64: Numbering Machine Settings

    This value marks the lower limit of the number circle. Maximum This value marks the upper limit of the number circle. Actual value The current counter reading can be set within the defined value range. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 65: Font

    5.6.3.1.3 Font Selection option between "Font1" and "Font 2". "Font 1" and "Font 2" can be configured in the menu bar under tab "File Settings Font" or in the toolbar via the button (see "Font"). ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 66: Context Menu Numbering Machine Object

    Settings for the number circle can only be made here when the selected numberer is linked to the dedicated number circle. Delete object Deletes the object. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 67: Barcode

    Global presettings can be set in the menu bar via the tab "Format Barcode". - OR - Settings of already-inserted barcode objects can be called via the right mouse button "Barcode Format". The configuration window for barcode appears. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 68 Indicates the check figure additionally in plain text. To be able to use this option, you need to activate display plain text. The check figure is the last digit or position of the barcode information. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 69 Module ratio X:1 Ratio of wide to narrow element in calculation of the code length. Module ratio Start and stop characters for the barcode type coda bar. May (2/5 matrix) contain letters A - D. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 70: Continuous Numbering/Dating

    The context menu opens (see "Date/time"). Make the desired settings and confirm with OK. To save the settings made, click OK. The red dash below the editing field determines the inserted position of the date/time and numberer object. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 71: Context Menu Barcode Object

    Text and barcode objects can be converted to graphics. Graphics are fixed and cannot be moved. Limited editing is possible via the additional function "Selection". Click object with the right mouse button. Select "Generate graphic". The object is converted into a graphic. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 72: Graphic

    300 dpi to match the print pattern 1:1. For distortion-free printout in bet quality, a graphics should not exceed the maximum height of 160 pixels and the maximum width of 768 pixels. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 73: Context Menu Graphic Object

    Text and barcode objects can be converted to graphics. Graphics are fixed and cannot be moved. Limited editing is possible via the additional function "Selection". Click object with the right mouse button. Select "Generate graphic". The object is converted into a graphic. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 74: Maintenance

    PCset graphic Help 940 Maintenance Replace Print Cartridge Clean Print Cardridge Contacts Cleaning Nozzles Clean Protective Nozzle Seal Replace Protective Nozzle Seal Clean Housing ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 75: Replace Print Cartridge

    Keep the print cartridge away from children. Replace Print Cartridge Fig. Turn the setting wheel to position Off. Push the cartridge cover release key downwards, to open cartridge cover Remove the printing cartridge from the device. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 76: Clean Print Cartridge Contacts

    Push the locking lever and latch the locking closure lever Clean the contact printing cartridge at the printing cartridge and inside the REINER 940 with a soft cloth, poss. slightly soaked in spirits. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 77: Cleaning Nozzles

    Automatic Cleaning of Nozzles Manual Nozzle Cleaning 6.3.1 Automatic Cleaning of Nozzles Danger of blinding in case of contact between ink and eyes. Never hold the REINER 940 with its nozzles pointing at the face of persons! ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 78: Manual Nozzle Cleaning

    To loosen the dried ink, slightly push a soft cloth possibly moisten slightly with Ethanol (spirit) against the nozzles for approx. three seconds. Dab off dissolved ink and wipe the nozzles dry. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 79: Clean Protective Nozzle Seal

    The latch of the printing cartridge cover is loosened. Fold open the printing cartridge cover Remove printing cartridge Dab dry the seal with a soft cloth. Clean the Protective Nozzle Seal at regular intervals. Replace at stronger contamination or damage. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 80: Replace Protective Nozzle Seal

    PCset graphic Help 940 Replace Protective Nozzle Seal Find a clip on our homepage or at www.reiner.de or youtube. Replace Protective Nozzle Seal Fig. Depending on ink type used, different seals are required. - Inkjet print cartridge P3-S-BK: use red seal...

  • Page 81: Clean Housing

    Danger of electric shock when liquids enter the inside of the device. Pull the mains adapter from the socket. Inform specialist dealer or REINER service. Aggressive cleaning agents may damage the housing surface. Do not use abrasives and plastic-dissolving detergents for cleaning.

  • Page 82: Recognising And Removing Interferences

    Visual signals (LED) Acoustic signals REINER 940 does not work Troubleshooting Fig. Remove the USB cable from the REINER 940. Open the battery compartment in the arrow direction. Remove the rechargeable batteries. Wait for approx. 3 seconds. Replace the rechargeable batteries.

  • Page 83: Reasons For Rechargeable Batteries Not Being Charged

    - Print cartridge Check print Acoustic signal as (warning) interval of 2 almost empty well - Print speed is not Orange Falshing, Print cartridge Replace ink Acoustic signal as (warning) interval of 3 empty cartridge well ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 84 Charge the battery empty batteries - Rechargeable Replace the battery faulty rechargeable batteries - No rechargeable battery inserted Insert the rechargeable - Device error batteries Please contact your specialist dealer or the REINER Support team ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 85: Acoustic Signals

    - The display appears after 30 seconds of non-use in standard ink, after 10 seconds in MP2 ink and after 6 seconds in MP3 ink 5 sound Battery nearly flat/capacity low Charge/replace impulses rechargeable per minute battery ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 86: Technical Data And Accessories

    Transport and disposal Accessories Rating Plate Observe the rating plate before the device is connected. Nameplate is located on the inside of the print head lock of the REINER 940. The following information has the following meaning: Mod. = Model...

  • Page 87: Technical Data

    Protection type IP 20, Degree of contamination 2, equipment class 3 External cycles max. Frequency 3 kHz (Normal), 6 kHz (Economic) PWH > = 50µs VIL < = 0,7V VIH 2,4 V - 5,0V ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 88: Transport And Disposal

    Accessories Inkjet cartridges Order-N° P3-S-BK: 947 100 - 000 Order-N° P3-S-MG: 947 100 - 002 Inkjet cartridges MP3 (quick drying) Order-N° P3-MP3-BK: 947 100 - 120 ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 89: Contact

    © 2015 Ernst Reiner GmbH & Co. KG All rights reserved. Translation, reprint and other reproduction of these operating instructions, even in parts and no matter the form, shall require our express written consent. We reserve the right to make content changes to these operating instructions without notice.

  • Page 90: Operating Manual

    PCset graphic Help 940 Operating Manual Operating Manual GB ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...

  • Page 91: Index

    Text 54 Graphic 72 Status displays 45 - I - - T - Ink level 45 Technical Data 87 Inserting Printing Cartridge 16 Text 54 Inserting rechargeable batteries 14 Installing Software 19 Interferences 82 ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 92 .reiner.de...

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