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- Page 1 Label Printers Configuration Manual...
- Page 2 Edition: 05/2020 - Part No. 9009899 Copyright This documentation as well as translation hereof are property of cab Produkttechnik GmbH & Co. KG. The replication, conversion, duplication or divulgement of the whole manual or parts of it for other intentions than its original intended purpose demand the previous written authorization by cab.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction ............................5 Connecting Label Printer to Computer ....................6 Print Services Raw-IP and LPR/LPD in MS Windows ................7 Adjusting Windows Printer Setting ......................7 Connecting Label Printer via Ethernet Interface ..................7 Setting Up a Wi-Fi Connection ......................... 8 2.4.1 Connecting Printer to Network...................... - Page 4 Table of Contents Extras ..............................48 Firmware Update ............................ 48 Save Settings ............................48 Load Settings ............................48 Reset Settings ............................49 Reset Passwords ........................... 49 Cleaning Interval ............................ 49 Legal Notices ............................50 Help ............................... 51 Service Menu ............................52 11.1 Reset Service Counter ...........................
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Page 5: Introduction
Introduction Important information and instructions in this documentation are designated as follows: Danger! Draws attention to an exceptionally great, imminent danger to your health or life due to hazardous voltages. Danger! Draws attention to a danger with high risk which, if not avoided, may result in death or serious injury. Warning! Draws attention to a danger with medium risk which, if not avoided, may result in death or serious injury. -
Page 6: Connecting Label Printer To Computer
Connecting Label Printer to Computer Choose from the following options for connecting a computer to the label printer: Direct connection to the Ethernet interface (6) "2.3" on page 7. • Connection via a computer network to the Ethernet interface (6) "2.3" on page 7. •... -
Page 7: Print Services Raw-Ip And Lpr/Lpd In Ms Windows
Connecting Label Printer to Computer Print Services Raw-IP and LPR/LPD in MS Windows Install a standard TCP/IP port as additional port for printing. During installation of the new port choose between "Raw" and "LPR" Raw-IP: Enter the same port address in the printer which you have selected during installation. Notice! In the delivery status the print services RawIP (Port 9100) and LPD are activated on the printer ... -
Page 8: Setting Up A Wi-Fi Connection
Connecting Label Printer to Computer Setting Up a Wi-Fi Connection 2.4.1 Connecting Printer to Network Access only with service Wi-Fi stick installed. Note! That mode allows to use an existing wireless network for controlling and configuring the printer and for sending print jobs to the printer. -
Page 9: Installing A Hotspot
Connecting Label Printer to Computer 2.4.2 Installing a Hotspot Access only with service Wi-Fi stick installed. Note! In that mode the Wi-Fi stick will be configured as a hotspot. That way a printer-own wireless network will be installed and the printer can be controlled and configured by a mobile device. ... -
Page 10: Connecting Label Printer Via Usb Interface
Connecting Label Printer to Computer Connecting Label Printer via USB Interface The full-speed USB interface allows the label printer to be operated via a USB interface of a computer running one of the 32bit or 64bit operating systems: • Windows Vista •... -
Page 11: Menu
Menu Structure of the Menu The menu contains setting options on several levels for configuring the label printer. In addition, the menu features test and diagnostic functions for supporting the configuration or checking the function of the label printer. 1st Selection Level 2nd Selection Level 3rd Selection Level Info Storage Setup Printing Labels Ribbon Tearing-off Cutting Peeling-off Labelling Interfaces Ethernet Wi-Fi Network services RS-232 Errors Region Time Display Interpreter Test Security Diagnostics Extras Help Service... -
Page 12: Navigating In The Menu
Menu Navigating in the Menu The orientation of the display contents is adapted to the orientation of the display in the typical operation position of the printer. Portrait Landscape Figure 3 Orientation of the display contents Note! At printers with divers possible operation positions the orientation of the display contents can be turned in steps of 90 degree ... - Page 13 Menu Start a function. The printer will carry out the function possibly after a preparing dialogue. - or - Select a parameter to set. The setup possibilities are depending from the parameter type. Logical parameters Selection parameters Numerical parameters Date/time Figure 5 Samples for parameter setting...
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Page 14: Service Key
Menu Service Key A service key is required for accessing special service functions not accessible to the operator. This key switches the printer to service mode and enables: Access to additional configuration parameters • • Resetting of the service counter • Additional information in the status print and in the device list •... -
Page 15: Info
IPv4 address of the printer when connected to a network via Wi-Fi IPv4 192.168.10.1 MAC address of the Wi-Fi adapter MAC e8:4e:06:3e:72:26 mDNS Zeroconf host name cab-05cbbf.local Hours/no. of labels Operative time and number of printed labels 150h/1208 Thermal/Transfer Previously printed paper lengths with thermal direct printing / thermal 29.04m/32.52m... -
Page 16: Security
Security Security menu the access rights for several printer function can be set. In the Start menu. Select Security. Parameter Meaning Default PIN protection Activation of a four-digit PIN to protect certain parameters and functions accessible by the control panel. Setup: Protection of the submenu Setup Menu: Protection of the whole menu Password ftpprint... -
Page 17: Configuration
Configuration Configuration via Control Panel A host of parameters for configuring the printer are found in the Setup menu. Configure the printer via the control panel during initial commissioning and when making major changes to the operational conditions. For changes required for processing different print jobs use software settings. Notice! The Setup menu can be protected from unauthorized access via a code number (PIN). 6.1.1 Printing ... -
Page 18: Labels
Configuration Parameter Meaning Default Print on demand Peel-off mode : Behavior after removing a label from the peel position On: The next label will be printed and peeled-off after touching Off: The next label will be printed and peeled-off immediately Cut mode : Behavior between the cuts On: After cutting the next label will be printed and cut after touching Off: All labels will be printed and cut nonstop... - Page 19 Configuration Parameter Meaning Default Warn level labels Only at HERMES Q! Threshold diameter (80–240 mm) of the label supply roll, if the value is undershot the "labels low" message will be activated. Pause on warning The print job will be interrupted when the "labels low" message appears Parameters of the Setup >...
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Page 20: Ribbon
Configuration 6.1.3 Ribbon Start menu. Select Setup > Ribbon. Parameter Meaning Default Transfer print On: Sensor for monitoring the transfer ribbon is activated. Off: Sensor for monitoring the transfer ribbon is not activated. The setting can be overwritten for each print job via software. The basic setting is not changed by this. -
Page 21: Cutting
Configuration 6.1.5 Cutting Only with cutter installed! Not at HERMES Q and PX Q! Start menu. Select Setup > Cutting. Note! The content of the menu is depending on the cutter type and described in the manual of the cutter. 6.1.6 Peeling-off Not at EOS! -
Page 22: Labelling
Configuration 6.1.7 Labelling Not at MACH 4S and EOS! If applicator is not installed, access only with service key inserted. Start menu. Select Setup > Labelling. Parameter Meaning Default Transfer mode Setting the operation mode Stamp on, Roll on, Blow on Stamp on Cycle sequence Setting the application mode Print-Apply / Apply-Print... -
Page 23: Interfaces
Configuration Configuration 6.1.8 Interfaces Start menu. Select Setup > Interfaces. Ethernet Parameter Meaning Default Hostname generated of Unique identification of the printer in a network in a human readable OEM name format and the last six digits of the MAC address DHCP Method of issuing IP address On: Dynamic issuing of IP address by the DHCP server Off: Direct issuing of the IP address by the operator >... - Page 24 Configuration Wi-Fi Access only with Wi-Fi stick installed. Parameter Meaning Default Wi-Fi Activation of the Wi-Fi interface > Operation mode Connect to Selection of the operation mode network Connect to network: Connection of the printing to an existing wireless network Hotspot: Installation of an printer-own wireless network to connect mobile devices to the printer...
- Page 25 Configuration Network Services Parameter Meaning Default Activation of the File Transfer Protocol Activation of the network printing service LPD RawIP Activation of the network printing service RawIP and selection of the port address > RawIP Port 9100 Selection of the port address for RawIP >...
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Page 26: Errors
Configuration 6.1.9 Errors Start menu. Select Setup > Errors. Parameter Meaning Default Error-Reprint On: With a correctable error and corresponding troubleshooting, the label being printed when the error occurs is repeated. If an error occurs in the mode Backfeed=smart after the first label part has been printed, the label cannot be repeated. -
Page 27: Display
Configuration Parameter Meaning Default Time Setting the system time in the HH:MM:SS format. When changing the time, ensure that the Timezone, Daylight saving and Date parameters are set correctly. The time can also be synchronized automatically via the internet using the Ethernet interface. -
Page 28: Interpreter
Configuration 6.1.13 Interpreter Start menu. Select Setup > Interpreter. Parameter Meaning Default Character set UTF-8 Selection of the character set table for adaptation to the computer system used. Switching the character set via software is not possible. Characters not available in the selected character set can be accessed using the Unicode table. -
Page 29: Configuration Via The Web Interface
Configuration Configuration via the Web Interface The parameters accessible via the control panel can also be set via the web interface contained in the firmware of the printer. The printer web interface can be accessed with a browser (e.g. Microsoft Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox) with JavaScript activated via the Ethernet interface or the optional Wi-Fi interface. Calling Up the Web Interface Attention! Whenever settings are changed via the web interface you are requested to enter the user name "admin"... -
Page 30: Status Tab
Configuration 6.2.1 Status Tab Figure 8 "Status" tab on the printer web interface The following information is contained in the left top section of the "Status" tab: • Printer type • Firmware version • Serial number of the PCB CPU •... -
Page 31: Setup Tab
Configuration 6.2.2 Setup Tab On the "Setup" tab all the configuration parameters can be set which are also accessible via the control panel in the Setup menu. Figure 9 "Setup" tab on the printer web interface To change a parameter: 1. Locate parameter in the tree structure. 2. Set the value of the parameter at the right end of the concerning line. A prompt to enter user name and password appears ... -
Page 32: Security Tab
Configuration 6.2.3 Security Tab On the "Security" tab the access rights for several printer function can be set. The tab contains the same parameters as the Security menu of the Setup page 16. Figure 10 "Security" tab on the printer web interface To change a parameter: 1. -
Page 33: Notifications Tab
Configuration 6.2.4 Notifications Tab The "Notifications" tab allows to send status and error messages automatically to a SNMP manager or via e-mail to selected addresses via the Ethernet interface or WiFi. "Notifications" tab on the printer web interface Figure 11 To change settings: 1. If necessary expand the tree structure. 2. Locate and click the message in the tree structure. 3. Select management station or e-mail address. button next to the concerning title and define the SNMP 4. -
Page 34: Devices Tab
Configuration 6.2.5 Devices Tab The "Devices" tab provides an overview of the most important hardware components installed in the printer and the optional devices connected. Figure 13 "Devices" tab on the printer web interface The contents of the display correspond with those of the Device list "Table 22" on page 38. 6.2.6 Fonts Tab The most important parameters of the fonts available in the printer are listed on the "Fonts"... -
Page 35: Help Menu
6.2.7 Help Menu Independent from the chosen tab some help functions can be selected : Figure 15 "Help" menu on the printer web interface Check of the firmware version and offer for update. Visit the cab-Website. Information about the version and the latest alterations of the web interface. -
Page 36: Test Functions
Select Test > Status print. The printout can be canceled with Status print Wi-Fi Interpreter Wed Aug 14 10:48:21 2019 Wi-Fi cab SQUIX 4/300MP Access Point cabgast Character set UTF-8 Firmware V5.27 (Jul 25, 2019) - #164162036456 DHCP JScript IP address 172.20.200.93... -
Page 37: Font List
If the printout is to occur using thermal transfer printing, insert transfer ribbon with the maximum width. Start menu. Select Test > Font list. The printout can be canceled with Font list Wed Aug 14 10:44:21 2019 cab SQUIX 4/300MP Firmware V5.27 (Jul 25, 2019) - #164162036456 Name Type Description _DEF1... -
Page 38: Device List
Start menu. Select Test > Device list. The printout can be canceled with Device list Wed Aug 14 10:41:19 2019 cab SQUIX 4/300MP USB [5] Microchip Technology Inc./AR1100 HID-DIGITIZER Firmware V5.27 (Jul 25, 2019) - #164162036456 Full Rev. 1.01 Mfr. -
Page 39: Test Grid
Test Functions Test Grid The Test grid function prints out a geometric pattern on a background grid. This allows you to assess the evenness of the print quality. The printout occurs using the heat level and print speed specified in the Setup > Printing menu. Notice! The printout occurs without taking the label gaps into consideration. This is why endless media are most suitable for this purpose. -
Page 40: Wi-Fi Status
If the printout is to occur using thermal transfer printing, insert transfer ribbon with the maximum width. Start menu. Select Test > Wi-Fi status. The printout can be canceled with Wi-Fi status Wed Aug 14 10:36:15 2019 cab SQUIX 4/300MP Firmware V5.27 (Jul 25, 2019) - #164162036456 Channel Name/BSS ID Signal level Security ●●●●●... -
Page 41: Diagnostic Functions
Diagnostic Functions Diagnostics menu contains several functions for troubleshooting Printhead The function Printhead provides an overview of important status information concerning the printhead on the display of the printer. Start menu. Select Diagnostics > Printhead. Return with Close. The following parameters are displayed: Line Meaning... -
Page 42: Monitor Mode
Select Example: Monitor Mode Wed Aug 14 10:28:12 2019 cab SQUIX 4/300MP Firmware V5.27 (Jul 25, 2019) - #164162036456 Example label printed normally (left) and in Monitor mode (right) Figure 21 The control characters (ASCII-Code 00...31) are presented in stylized design. -
Page 43: Label Profile
Start the diagram printout with Continue. The printout can be canceled with Label profile Wed Aug 14 10:25:17 2019 cab SQUIX 4/300MP Firmware V5.27 (Jul 25, 2019) - #164162036456 Peripheral device : None 50 mm/s - Gap Sensor - brightness 5 % 71.09mm - σ²... -
Page 44: Event Log
TPH (#59-0051) -> 300 dpi, 1248 dots 20.09.17 07:46 Firmware update -> V5.10 (0000) 04.10.17 07:38 Firmware update -> V5.11 (0000) 15.10.17 13:35 Printer model: cab SQUIX 4/300MP 19.12.17 14:01 Firmware update -> V5.13 (0000) 05.09.18 11:38 Clear service counters 05.09.18 11:38 Cleaning interval ->... -
Page 45: Record Data Steam
Diagnostic Functions Record Data Steam Access only with external storage device! The function Record data stream allows to store data incoming via an interface as an .lbl file to an external storage device (SD card, USB memory module) installed on the printer. Insert SD card or USB memory module. Start menu. Select Diagnostics > Record data stream. ... -
Page 46: Save Print Image
Diagnostic Functions Save Print Image Access only with external storage device! The function Save print image allows to store the last print image as a .png file to an external storage device (SD card, USB memory module) installed on the printer. Insert SD card or USB memory module. Start menu. Select Diagnostics > Save print image. ... -
Page 47: Save System Log
Diagnostic Functions Save System Log Access only with external storage device! The function Save system log allows to store several system files packed to a .zip file to an external storage device (SD card, USB memory module) installed on the printer. Insert SD card or USB memory module. Start menu. Select Diagnostics > Save system log. ... -
Page 48: Extras
Extras Firmware Update Notice! The firmware file can be obtained from the internet. Access only with external storage device! Copy the firmware file to the "misc" directory of the storage device. This can be done on a computer or via FTP on the printer. Insert the prepared storage device into the printer. Start menu. Select Extras. If the menu is protected via a PIN a prompt appears in the display. Enter the code number and confirm it. ... -
Page 49: Reset Settings
Extras Reset Settings With the Default settings function all setup parameters excepting the passwords page 16 can be reset to the default values. Start menu. Select Extras. If the menu is protected via a PIN a prompt appears in the display. Enter the code number and confirm it. Select Reset settings. The display shows "Reset settings". ... -
Page 50: Legal Notices
Extras Legal Notices The Legal notices function shows the licenses and software libraries of third party solutions used in the printer firmware. Start menu. Select Extras. If the menu is protected via a PIN a prompt appears in the display. Enter the code number and confirm it. Select Legal notices. The notices will be shown on the display Select Close to leave the notices. -
Page 51: Help
Help The Help menu contains links to video clips about important operations. Start menu. Select Help. A list of clips will be shown. Figure 27 Help Select a clip. The display shows a QR code which can be scanned by a mobile device. If the mobile device is connected to the internet a video clip with the selected content will start. -
Page 52: Service Menu
Service Menu 11.1 Reset Service Counter Access only with service key inserted! The printer has total and service counters. • Total counter: The total counter contains the values for the entire service life of the printer up to now. The values of the total counter are displayed in the Info menu and in the Status print. -
Page 53: Printer Model
11.5 No Branding Access only with service key inserted! With the activation of the No branding parameter the cab Logo in the display can be suppressed. "3.2" on page 12 Start menu. Select Service > No branding. -
Page 54: Ftp Printer Management
After logging on the FTP server is accessible in a manner similar to a Windows folder. 12.2 FTP Printing Label files in cab JScript format ( Programming Manual) or in ZPL format can be printed directly via FTP connection: Establish a FTP connection with the user name ftpprint and the defined password (Default: print) An empty folder of the FTP server will be shown. -
Page 55: Ftp Firmware Update
FTP Printer Management 12.4 FTP Firmware Update FTP allows to carry out a firmware update: Establish a FTP connection with the user name ftpadmin and the defined password (Default: admin). An empty folder of the FTP server will be shown. Copy a valid firmware file (e.g. 527_9725.cfw) to the folder. The status of the saving procedure is shown by a progress indicator in the display. The printer resets automati- cally after the update is carried out successfully. -
Page 56: Storage Devices
Storage Devices Label descriptions, graphics, fonts, and database information can be saved for the long-term on memory media. Notice! Always create a backup copy of external devices in case of a malfunction. 13.1 Suitable Storage Devices External Devices USB flash drive at USB host interface. •... -
Page 57: Writing
Storage Devices 13.4 Writing The storage devices can be written to in several ways. The most functionally secure way is writing to the storage device via a data interface. Attention! The device selected as Default storage is written to by default. To write to another device specify the path name of the device in the file name (... -
Page 58: Print File List
Storage Devices 13.5.2 Print File List The Print file list function creates a list of the files stored on the default storage device. Insert printable medium (labels, endless paper) which extends across the entire printing width. If the printout is to occur using thermal transfer printing, insert transfer ribbon with the maximum width. ... -
Page 59: Default Storage
Storage Devices 13.5.5 Default Storage With the parameter Default storage Definition the storage device can be defined, which can be operated via interfaces and FTP printer management. At functions started from the printer display all storage devices are accessible, but the default storage will be offered first. Start menu. Select Storage > Default storage. The display shows the selection of storage devices. -
Page 60: Remote Access Via Vnc
Remote Access via VNC Attention! For the remote access via VNC the firmware version 5.03 or later must be installed. VNC is a software that allows remote control of a printer's operation control panel (server) via a computer (client) through input devices like keyboard and mouse. VNC ist not platform dependent and enables the use of a Windows computer as well as a mobile Android or iOS system as an external remote control. -
Page 61: External Keyboard
External Keyboard An external keyboard or a compatible input device (e.g. barcode scanner) can be connected directly to the printer. Using an external keyboard facilitates the entry of variable data while processing print jobs and printing from storage devices. Input prompts and the data received from the keyboard are shown in the display. 15.1 Connecting External Keyboard Any HID compatible USB keyboard can be connected to the printer. -
Page 62: Special Key Functions
External Keyboard 15.3 Special Key Functions General : Executes the Load label storage device function. [F1] [F2] Prints an additional label from the last print job. Corresponds to Repeats the last print job with renewed polling of the variable data and polling of the label [F3] quantity. -
Page 63: Cabfirmwareupdater
The cabFirmwareUpdater, which can be downloaded free of charge from the cab Website, offers an easy way to transfer firmware files from the computer to the printer. Figure 28 cabFirmwareUpdater With the cabFirmwareUpdater it is possible to start a firmware update via USB, Ethernet or serial interface : 1. Start the cabFirmwareUpdater. 2. Select the printer model. -
Page 64: Index
Index Apply/Print ........22 IFFS ..........54, 56 Save print image.......46 Important information......5 Save settings ........48 Interfaces ..........23 Security tab........32 Backfeed...........17 Interpreter .........28 Service key ........14 Backfeed position ......17 IP ..........23, 24 Setup tab ..........31 Baud rate ..........25 Single print mode......18 Blowing air ........22 Stamp on ..........22 Blow on ..........22 JScript..........28...
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