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MATRIX & ELITE
High Resolution Printing
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1 Missouri Research Park Drive • St. Charles, MO 63304
Tel: 800-369-5384
Illinois Tool Works Inc © 2019

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  • Page 1 User Manual Marksman MATRIX & ELITE High Resolution Printing Real World for the 2465-623 Revision F 1 Missouri Research Park Drive • St. Charles, MO 63304 Tel: 800-369-5384 Illinois Tool Works Inc © 2019...
  • Page 2 User Manual 2465-623 The information contained in this manual is correct and accurate at the time of its publication. ITW reserves the right to change or alter any information or technical specifications at any time and without notice. ©2019 Illinois Tool Works Inc.
  • Page 3 Warranty: The Marksman© Matrix & Elite Ink Jet system, including all components unless other wise specified, carries a limited warranty. The inks and conditioners used with the Marksman© Matrix & Elite Ink Jet system carry a limited warranty. For all warranty terms and conditions, contact the Distributor for a complete copy of the Limited Warranty Statement.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 1: Safety and Ink Usage ........... . . 1 Section 2: Installation .
  • Page 5 Marksman Matrix & Elite Appendix B: Theory of Operation ..........82 The Marksman©...

  • Page 6: Section 1: Safety And Ink Usage

    This product meets the requirements of UL60950-1:2007/A2:2014, EN60950-1:2006/ A2:2013, CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1:2007/A2:2014 using FoxJet an ITW Company approved items. Units are only tested and qualified with FoxJet an ITW Company approved inks, parts and accessories. Use of other inks, parts or accessories may introduce potential risks that FoxJet an ITW Company can assume no liability for.

  • Page 7: Section 2: Installation

    Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 2: Installation Section 2: Installation 1 Controller, Matrix or Elite 7 Ink Supply 2 Proseries Print Head 8 Photo Sensor 3 Conveyor 9 Vacuum Waste Collector Bottle 4 Product 10 Encoder Cable 5 Print System Bracketry 11 Alarm Beacon (Strobe) 6 Encoder 2465-623 User Manual Rev F...

  • Page 8: Materials Required For Installation

    Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 2: Installation The figure below illustrates a typical conveyor-mounted installation. (Cables are not shown.) Materials Required for Installation You will need the following items: • Lint-free wipes • Safety goggles • Level • Tape measure Use appropriate safety equipment and procedures.

  • Page 9: Step 1: Installing Bracketry

    Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 2: Installation Step 1: Installing Bracketry Bracketry is the structure that supports the controller, print system and other accessories. Carefully plan the mounting location of the equipment. Keep in mind bracketry hardware location and printer equipment size. Assemble all bracketry to the floor, conveyor, or other bracketry.

  • Page 10: Step 2: Mounting The Print System

    Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 2: Installation Step 2: Mounting the Print System Unpack the print head just before mounting to the bracketry. Attach the print head to the bracketry with a print head mounting bracket. Do not connect to power outlet.
  • Page 11 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 2: Installation Setting Up the Print Head The Matrix/Classic Series print heads are mounted using the 10-32 tapped holes on the right or left side of the Ink System bottom case. The print head angle can be set between 0° and 90°.
  • Page 12 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 2: Installation Ship Caps THUMBSCREWS SHIP CAP NOTE: If you place the Print Head Ship Cap on a hot print head and do not fasten it securely, the print head will weep ink until the head has cooled down. NOTE: Ink may accumulate behind the ship cap during shipping.

  • Page 13: Step 3: Mounting The Photosensor And Encoder

    Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 2: Installation Inks Ink is supplied via 500 mL plastic containers. ScanTrue® II PLUS is a pigmented ink formu- lated for use on porous substrates. NOTE: Check the label on the Print Head for correct ink type. Waste Bottle The APS includes a Waste Collection Bottle mounted on the rear of the Print Head assem- bly.
  • Page 14 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 2: Installation The encoder uses a wheel that rolls against the con- veyor line to track its speed. It sends a signal to the control- ler, which adjusts for changes in line speed. Conveyor It is not necessary to install the encoder immediately adja- cent to the print heads.

  • Page 15: Step 4: Electrical Cable Connections

    Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 2: Installation Step 4: Electrical Cable Connections ALARM BEACON MARKSMAN MATRIX OR ELITE CONTROLLER (STROBE) PRINT SYSTEM ENCODER PHOTO SENSOR PRINT HEAD CABLE PRINT SYSTEM 2465-623 User Manual Rev F Page 10...
  • Page 16 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 2: Installation Views Bottom view atrix Controller of M SYSTEM POWER (With Optional second PHC Board CONNECTIONS CORD I/O PORT ENCODER HEAD 3 & 4 HEAD 1 & 2 CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS OUTPUT TO COM 2 STROBE ENCODER PRINTHEAD...

  • Page 17: Step 5: Priming The Print Heads

    Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 2: Installation Step 5: Priming the Print Heads Priming: 1. With the Print Face Cover installed, press and hold the Prime Button for ~10 seconds (until Ink Supply LED blinks slowly) to activate the recirculation function.
  • Page 18 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 2: Installation APS Cycle The APS Cycle is a means of maintaining print quality. The APS system does this by using a priming pump to force ink out of the channels and a vacuum pump and Waste Bottle to collect the ink waste.
  • Page 19 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 2: Installation Auxiliary Photosensor Input NOTE: The APS Control Cable and Auxiliary Photosensor cannot be used together. An Auxiliary Photosensor input is available to insure a print cycle is not missed during the automatic priming sequence. Connecting the Auxiliary Photosensor will delay a prime sequence until there is enough time to complete the sequence without missing a print cycle.

  • Page 20: Section 5: Getting Started

    Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 5: Getting Started Section 5: Getting Started The Marksman Matrix and Elite controllers are standalone units capable of operat- ing up to four print heads, with the addition of an optional controller card. The soft- ware has an ICON user interface.
  • Page 21 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 5: Getting Started Login Before Login, Matrix Before Login, Elite Select the Login ICON. The following screen will appear for the Matrix. Enter a username then tab to the next field, enter a password then select the Enter button or the green check mark.
  • Page 22 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 5: Getting Started Stop Mes- Variable data sage Pause or Configure Count Resume Editor message Reports Start Exit message Preview Info / Window Preview Photocell Zoom to fit Delay Zoom in Login / Logout Zoom out Start Message: The start message is used to ready the system to print a label or image...

  • Page 23: Counts

    Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 5: Getting Started Counts Count is the current number of the box in the pallet series. It is always listed as the "last printed" box. To change the Count value, enter the current box count value. Enter a 0 to print a count of 1 on the next box.

  • Page 24: Info Window / Preview Window

    Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 5: Getting Started Info Window / Preview Window Select the icon to toggle between Info and Preview: Print Head Ink level or Print Head Temperature Print Head High Voltage Ink Collection bottle Green = Good Green = Good Green = Good Red = Low...

  • Page 25: Configure

    Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 5: Getting Started Configure: The Configure icon allows access to other options: Print Test Pattern, Database Start, Print Heads, Production Line, System, Security, Import, Export, and Help. Configure, Print Test Pattern This function is designed to exercise every channel of the print head to verify all are printing properly.
  • Page 26 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 5: Getting Started Type: Select a head type from the drop-down menu list. Address: Each card is assigned two heads: 1a and 1b, or 2a and 2b. The cards have jump- ers to determine which card it is. The bottom connector of the card is always the desig- nated as “a”.
  • Page 27 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 5: Getting Started Configure, Production Line The production line configuration allows for grouping of settings that relate to a particular setup. Select Configure , then Production Line form the menu. To edit a line, select it and click Edit ; or double click the line.
  • Page 28 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 5: Getting Started Configure, System General Setting– Windows Ports Used to configure the system COM ports, that may be used for variable data or stating a mes- sage. Serial Port: Select the appropriate button to edit the setup parameters for a serial port on the Matrix or Elite.
  • Page 29 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 5: Getting Started General Setting - Counts Continuous Count: Select this feature to cause the Count on the main screen to never reset to zero at the start of a new message. General Setting - Time: The main screen Time and Date field format is defined in this window.
  • Page 30 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 5: Getting Started Configure, Security: Users: The security feature of the Marks- man Matrix & Elite Series allows the system administrator to configure users and access rights. Add: Select the Add button to create a user account. Remove: Select the Remove button to delete a user account.
  • Page 31 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 5: Getting Started Group Options: Security groups allow the administrator to assign similar users with a specific set of access rights. Select Security, then Group Options from the menu. Ten configurable security groups are available. A user must be assigned to one group. Group names may be modi- fied to better describe the access level.
  • Page 32 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 5: Getting Started Configure, Import: NOTE: It is recommended that all printing tasks be stopped until the Import function has been successfully completed; and that the current database be exported for backup pur- poses. To import all tasks that were previ- ously exported, choose File , then Import .

  • Page 33: Reports

    Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 5: Getting Started Reports Scan reports The Scan Report contains information relating to the current task and scan results of a printed barcode. The scan results are received through the RS232 port from a barcode scanner properly.

  • Page 34: Delays

    Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 5: Getting Started Delays This feature allows the opera- tor to make changes to where the print starts, or change the photosensor delay. These changes are not permanent and only last until another message is selected. This may be useful do to variations in the location of pre-printed information on the box.

  • Page 35: Section 6: Boxwriter© Matrix & Elite Editor

    Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 6: BoxWriter© Matrix & Elite Editor Section 6: BoxWriter© Matrix & Elite Editor Select the Editor icon to launch the Marksman BoxWriter Editor application. The user must have the required rights to use this feature. Define Boxes To define boxes, select Define >...
  • Page 36 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 6: BoxWriter© Matrix & Elite Editor To delete an existing box, select it and click Delete . Multiple boxes can be selected by using the shift and/or control keys. Boxes that are cur- rently in use in a task cannot be deleted.
  • Page 37 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 6: BoxWriter© Matrix & Elite Editor Editor Defaults To define editor defaults, select Define > Editor defaults . This dialog controls the editor's display units. The "Resize handle size" field is used by re-siz- able elements (such as a Bitmap element). Valid values range from 5 to 15.
  • Page 38 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 6: BoxWriter© Matrix & Elite Editor To change the font, click the Change button. The dialog at right is used to change the default font parameters. The Font drop-down box will display a list of all TrueType fonts installed on the system.
  • Page 39 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 6: BoxWriter© Matrix & Elite Editor To edit an existing custom code, select it and click Edit , or double-click it. The Build date/ time format dialog is shown below. Format string: Contains a user-defined string consisting of format specifiers. Sample: Shows a sample of the current Format string.
  • Page 40 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 6: BoxWriter© Matrix & Elite Editor Date/Time Codes Select Configure , System , then Date/Time Codes from the menu. Line: Line indicates the production line selected. Click on the folder tabs to access the date/time code tables. Select an entry in the table by clicking on the desired row.
  • Page 41 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 6: BoxWriter© Matrix & Elite Editor Bitmap Settings To define bitmap set- tings, select Define > Bitmap settings . The "Bitmap editor" field defines the pro- gram used to edit bit- maps. By default, it is Microsoft®...
  • Page 42 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 6: BoxWriter© Matrix & Elite Editor Sub-Elements To define fonts, select Define > Sub-elements . Sub-elements can be used by certain barcodes (see “Global Barcode Parameters” on page 40 for usage). The Sub-elements dialog is shown below. To create a new sub-element, click the "...
  • Page 43 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 6: BoxWriter© Matrix & Elite Editor The "Element type" field defines the type of element. The following types are supported by sub-elements: • Text • Count • Date / time • Expiration date • Shift •...
  • Page 44 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 6: BoxWriter© Matrix & Elite Editor The following is an example of the Mask properties dialog: • Alpha allows uppercase A to Z. • Numeric allows 0 to 9. • Alphanumeric allows uppercase A to Z or 0 to 9.
  • Page 45 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 6: BoxWriter© Matrix & Elite Editor Global Barcode Parameters To define barcode parameters, select Define > Global Barcode Parameters . Select the line, then select the head type. Heads with 32 channels have their own set of barcode parameters, as do 256 channel heads.
  • Page 46 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 6: BoxWriter© Matrix & Elite Editor An example of UPCA barcode parame- ters is shown at right. Magnification: The value displayed in the Magnification field on the Barcode ele- ment dialog. Bar height: The total height of the symbol in pixels.

  • Page 47: Tools

    Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 6: BoxWriter© Matrix & Elite Editor Tools Ink Usage Select Tools - Ink usage from the top of the Editor screen. The ink usage gen- erator will calculate the cost of each print and how many prints you will get from each bottle.
  • Page 48 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 6: BoxWriter© Matrix & Elite Editor Creating a Task The next step is to insert elements into the label to be printed. The box is shown with high- lighted areas showing where heads have been placed on the box. The printing areas can- not be changed from the editor because the information about the heads and their relationship to the box comes from the system configuration, which is limited by physical devices installed.
  • Page 49 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 6: BoxWriter© Matrix & Elite Editor Open To open an existing task, choose File > Open . Select the task to be opened, and click OK ; or double-click the task to be opened. Checking the "Open read only" box will open the task in read-only mode (i.e., the user will not be able to mod- ify the task).
  • Page 50 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 6: BoxWriter© Matrix & Elite Editor This function works best when both the "To" and "From" lines have identical head configu- rations. However, if they do not, the user may elect to configure the head mapping. To do this, select the head to be mapped and click Edit (or double-click).
  • Page 51 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 6: BoxWriter© Matrix & Elite Editor Import NOTE: It is recommended that all printing tasks be stopped until the Import function has been successfully completed; and that the current database be exported for backup pur- poses.
  • Page 52 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 6: BoxWriter© Matrix & Elite Editor Export NOTE: It is recommended that all printing tasks be stopped until the Export function has been successfully completed. To export all existing tasks, choose File , then Export . Input the name of the file to export to, or browse for an exist- ing file by clicking the Browse...
  • Page 53 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 6: BoxWriter© Matrix & Elite Editor Save As To save an open task under a different name, choose File > Save as . The "File" field must contain only letters and numbers; no spaces or special characters are allowed.
  • Page 54 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 6: BoxWriter© Matrix & Elite Editor The following table lists special ASCII characters that can be entered in the "Download String" field. (For example, to send 0012345 terminated by a carriage return, enter "0012345<CR>" in the Download String.) Character Description <NULL>...

  • Page 55: Elements

    Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 6: BoxWriter© Matrix & Elite Editor Elements Element Bar Using the element bar, the user can add new elements to a task. Element types, from left to right, are as follows: • Text • Bitmap •...
  • Page 56 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 6: BoxWriter© Matrix & Elite Editor Text The Text element properties are shown on the right. Text can be entered into the field either a single line at a time or multiple lines, paragraph mode. To get to the next line, simply press Control and Enter at the same time.
  • Page 57 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 6: BoxWriter© Matrix & Elite Editor To insert special characters, click the Specia l button. This will open the Windows Character Map utility, which can be used to copy and paste special characters. Bitmap The Bitmap element properties dialog is shown at right.
  • Page 58 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 6: BoxWriter© Matrix & Elite Editor Count Count element properties dialog shown at right. Average width: Defines the average character width (in pixels). A value of 0 means that Win- dows will use the font's default widths.
  • Page 59 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 6: BoxWriter© Matrix & Elite Editor Pallet Count: For a pallet count, click the Pallet count tab and click the Enabled button. The "Start value", "Roll over on", and "Incre- ment by" fields' semantics are identical to the ones under the "Box count"...
  • Page 60 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 6: BoxWriter© Matrix & Elite Editor Expiration The Expiration date element properties dialog is shown at right. Avg. font width: Defines the aver- age character width (in pixels). A value of 0 means that Windows will use the font's default widths.
  • Page 61 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 6: BoxWriter© Matrix & Elite Editor User Prompted The User element properties dialog is shown at right. Avg. font width: Defines the average character width (in pixels). A value of 0 means that Windows will use the font's default widths.
  • Page 62 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 6: BoxWriter© Matrix & Elite Editor Barcode The Barcode element proper- ties dialog is shown at right. Symbology: Displays the type of barcode to be printed. The following symbologies are sup- ported: • • 39 Standard •...
  • Page 63 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 6: BoxWriter© Matrix & Elite Editor Code 128 barcodes support sub-elements and application identifiers. To modify these, uncheck the "Simple data" box. The following is an example of a Code 128 barcode with two sub elements: Move item up or down in list Properties...
  • Page 64 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 6: BoxWriter© Matrix & Elite Editor Database Click Cancel to return to the Database element screen. (This screen is for future enhancement.) The Database element properties dialog is shown at right. A Database element looks up a piece of data from a given database and prints it.
  • Page 65 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 6: BoxWriter© Matrix & Elite Editor Following is an example of what the "Select Data Source" dialog might look like: 2465-623 User Manual Rev F Page 60...
  • Page 66 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 6: BoxWriter© Matrix & Elite Editor The following is an example of what the "Select field" dialog might look like: To insert an SQL statement directly, click the "General statement" tab. An example using a general SQL state- ment is shown at right.
  • Page 67 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 6: BoxWriter© Matrix & Elite Editor Serial The Serial element properties dialog is shown at right. A Serial element prints data from the serial buffer. The serial buffer is defined in the Controllers Control application. Avg.

  • Page 68: Toolbars

    Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 6: BoxWriter© Matrix & Elite Editor ToolBars Zoom Out Save About Paste Current Zoom Selected Task Zoom In Custom Task Element Fit to Open Redo Screen Copy Task Selected Delete Zoom Normal Undo Element (100%) Zoom Custom: This command allows the user to set an arbitrary zoom factor for the current view.
  • Page 69 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 6: BoxWriter© Matrix & Elite Editor Rotation Bar The rotation bar allows the user to change the box's orientation, relative to the print heads. Counter- clockwise Right Clockwise Left Down Sometimes changing the box's orientation will result in some elements being forced outside the printable area.

  • Page 70: Perspective

    Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 6: BoxWriter© Matrix & Elite Editor Perspective To change the perspective of the box view, select View > Change perspective . The x and y axis perspectives must be between -90 and 90 degrees. 2465-623 User Manual Rev F Page 65...

  • Page 71: Section 7: Maintenance And Shutdowns

    Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 7: Maintenance and Shutdowns Section 7: Maintenance and Shutdowns APS - Automatic Priming System NOTE: The system will not prime either manually or automatically if there is a low ink indi- cation. Low ink indication is caused by either low ink in the reservoir or full ink in the waste collection bottle.

  • Page 72: System Maintenance

    Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 7: Maintenance and Shutdowns System Maintenance Intermittent (as required): • Be sure the photosensor is clean and free of debris. • Be sure the O-rings on the encoder wheel are present and not worn. • Be sure the nuts and bolts holding the bracketry in place remain tight.

  • Page 73: Print Head Maintenance

    Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 7: Maintenance and Shutdowns Print Head Maintenance Daily / Shift Startup / Periodic Wear safety goggles when working with industrial inks or solutions! The majority of print quality degradation is due to excessive debris deposits on the print head orifice plate that disrupt the ink droplet path.

  • Page 74: Shutdown Procedures

    Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 7: Maintenance and Shutdowns Shutdown Procedures • Close the Application (double-click the X in the upper right hand corner). NOTE: You must have the proper security level before the application will close. • When Windows® is at the desktop, select Start , then select Turn Off Computer . •...

  • Page 75: Ink Storage

    Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 7: Maintenance and Shutdowns Ink Storage Storage Life of a FACTORY SEALED Bottle of Ink • ScanTrue II: 12 months from date of manufacture. • ScanTrue II Plus: 18 months from date of manufacture. • Recommended storage temperature: 4°...

  • Page 76: Section 8: Troubleshooting

    Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 8: Troubleshooting Section 8: Troubleshooting The Marksman© Matrix & Elite ink jet system incorporates advanced designs, both in hard- ware and in software. However, if the system ever fails to perform properly, some built-in indicators will help in troubleshooting. This section will help minimize system downtime and explain some of the diagnostic features built into the system.

  • Page 77: Troubleshooting Tests

    Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 8: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Tests Print Test This test will determine if the print heads are printing. 1. Place a cloth in front of the print head front plate. 2. Initiate a print cycle by turning on conveyor and tripping the photosensor. 3.

  • Page 78: Print Quality Troubleshooting

    Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 8: Troubleshooting Print Quality Troubleshooting This section shows examples of various print problems and actions which should be taken to improve the print. Problem: Minor fractures in print channels. Possible Cause: Debris on front plate, air in channel. Action: Run APS.
  • Page 79 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 8: Troubleshooting Problem: Missing bottom print channels. Possible Cause: Ink build-up on lower orifices. Action: Wipe front plate and run APS. Problem: Fuzzy print. Possible Cause: Print head too far away from substrate. Action: Move print head to within 1/8" from product. Problem: Occasional checkerboard print pattern.
  • Page 80 Marksman Matrix & Elite Section 8: Troubleshooting Problem: Stretched out, light print, checkerboard pattern. Possible Cause: Incorrect encoder, or incorrect line speed (set too low) if using internal encoder. Action: Check for correct encoder (use 5000 PPR Encoder). Problem: Short image, dark print, checkerboard pattern. Possible Cause: Incorrect encoder or wheel size, or incorrect line speed (set too high) if using internal encoder.

  • Page 81: Appendix A: Specifications

    Marksman Matrix & Elite Appendix A: Specifications Appendix A: Specifications Matrix Controller Specifications 5.63 [142.9] 3.50 [88.9] 14.75 [374.7] 5.00 8.00 [127.0] [203.2] FRONT REAR 1.33 [33.7] M6 x 1 4.04 [102.5] BOTTOM Processor: Intel® Celeron™ N2930, 1.83GHz, Quad-Core Ports: 2 Com Ports (Serial Ports) 1 VGA 1 Beacon...

  • Page 82: Matrix Wiring Diagram

    Marksman Matrix & Elite Appendix A: Specifications Matrix Wiring Diagram DISPLAY BRACKET AND DISPLAY SW SETTINGS DISPLAY DRIVER BOARD 2465-612 HARD DRIVE 2465-621 2465-629 2465-323 PHC BOARD 2 JUMPER SETTINGS Black/Green Black/Blue J2 J1 J2 J1 2465-630 2465-328 PHC BOARD 1 PHC BOARD 2 2465-331 CPU JUMPER SETTINGS...

  • Page 83: Elite Controller Specifications

    Marksman Matrix & Elite Appendix A: Specifications Elite Controller Specifications 13.75 [349.3mm] 5.75 [146.1mm] BLIND FASTNER (PEM BS-M6-1) 17.75 [450.9mm] 5.000 [127.0mm] 5.00 [127.0mm] 3.500 [88.9mm] 4.38 [111.1mm] Processor: Intel® Celeron™ N2930, 1.83GHz, Quad-Core Power Input: 100-240VAC, 50-60Hz at 3A max Ports: COM1, COM2 Serial Ports RS232 10/100/1000 Mbit/sec Base-T Ethernet...

  • Page 84: Elite Wiring Diagram

    Marksman Matrix & Elite Appendix A: Specifications Elite Wiring Diagram BLUE 2465-623 User Manual Rev F Page 79...

  • Page 85: Print Head Specifications

    Marksman Matrix & Elite Appendix A: Specifications Print Head Specifications 384e Print Head: 21.32in [541.5mm] 11.70in [297.1mm] 2.75in [69.9mm] 5.00in [127.0mm] 14.31in [363.5mm] 3.02in [76.7mm] 1.01in [25.6mm] 2X #10-32 X .25 DEEP (BOTH SIDES) 3.00in [76.2mm] 12.60in [320.1mm] 5.50in [139.7mm] 768e Print Head: 21.77in [552.9mm] 11.70in [297.1mm]...
  • Page 86 Marksman Matrix & Elite Appendix A: Specifications Electrical Connections: Male DB-25 connector located on the rear of the print head. Print Orientation: Integrated - Horizontal or horizontal angle (for incline printing) Ink System: Non-pressurized capillary feed technology Priming: Automatic Priming System (not included with Alpha- Coder Print Heads) Float switch sensor: Low ink and full waste bottle detection (waste detection not included with AlphaCoder Print Heads)

  • Page 87: Appendix B: Theory Of Operation

    Marksman Matrix & Elite Appendix B: Theory of Operation Appendix B: Theory of Operation The Marksman© Matrix & Elite The Marksman Elite and Matrix are high-resolution ink jet coders used to print fixed and/or variable information onto cartons as they pass in front of the print heads on a conveyor. The Marksman Elite and Matrix are industrial PC-Based controllers that use a single board computer (SBC) running Windows Embedded Systems 7 to process and generate the images to be printed.

  • Page 88: Appendix C: Part Numbers

    Marksman Matrix & Elite Appendix C: Part Numbers Appendix C: Part Numbers System Part No. Description Print Head 2464076 ProSeries 384e 2464076F ProSeries 384e, Flushed 2464078 ProSeries 384e, 90 Degree 2464078F ProSeries 384e, 90 Degree, Flushed 2464079 ProSeries 384e, Modular 2464079F ProSeries 384e, Modular, Flushed 2464082...

  • Page 89: Consumables

    Marksman Matrix & Elite Appendix C: Part Numbers Consumables Part Number Description 001-0598-01F Ink, ScanTrue® II PLUS 001-0899-01 Flush/Storage Solution, ScanTrue® II 2464620 Kit, Ink Waste Bottle, ScanTrue® II (4/pack) 5760373 Filter, 74 Micron (5/pack) 2464649 Kit, Filter Upgrade/Replacement 6000171 Print Head Wiping Cloth (300/pack) Matrix Spare Parts Kits Part Number...

  • Page 90: 384E And 768E Print System Service Kit

    Marksman Matrix & Elite Appendix C: Part Numbers 384e and 768e Print System Service Kit ITEM NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 2464650 Print Engine Replacement Kit, 384e, with Tubing and Fittings 2464651 Print Engine Replacement Kit, 768e, with Tubing and Fittings 2464614 Prime Pump Replacement Kit 3 &...

  • Page 91: Appendix D: Database Start

    Marksman Matrix & Elite Appendix D: Database Start Appendix D: Database Start Description Prior versions of BoxWriter allowed for the start of a task with database elements, which can then prompt the user to enter the key field value for the Controller to search the data- base and replace the default database element data with the data from the customer’s database.

  • Page 92: Database Lookup Definition - Global Setting

    Marksman Matrix & Elite Appendix D: Database Start Database Lookup Definition - Global Setting In order for the Marksman Matrix or Elite to go to a customer’s database for task name information, it is necessary to first globally define where that location will reside. Prior to the Database Start setup, an ODBC connection to the customer’s database must be made with a unique Data Source Name (DSN).

  • Page 93: Database Start Task

    Marksman Matrix & Elite Appendix D: Database Start Database Start Task Press the Start play button on the toolbar.   The operator can either input the key field data and press toe OK button, or use the Select... button to choose from the database view.

  • Page 94: Printer Report Modification

    Marksman Matrix & Elite Appendix D: Database Start Printer Report Modification In order to determine what key field has been selected by the operator, the printer report has been modified to indicate the chosen key field. The key field will be indicated on the preceding line under the Task Name field.

  • Page 95: Appendix E: Hand Scanner

    Marksman Matrix & Elite Appendix E: Hand Scanner Appendix E: Hand Scanner Scan and Shoot Setup The first step in setting up the hand scanner is determining which numbers in the barcode are to be used to select the task to be started. The following example will demonstrate the process by using 5 digits of a 12 digit UPC barcode.
  • Page 96 Marksman Matrix & Elite Appendix E: Hand Scanner Mask task name from a serial string: To create the mask to separate the task name from the barcode, go to the line properties: Config- ure/Production Line . Edit the line where the head is located. Buffer offset: The number of characters in the string to the start...

  • Page 97: Appendix F: Communicating Directly To The Controller

    Marksman Matrix & Elite Appendix F: Communicating Directly to the Con- Appendix F: Communicating Directly to the Controller Refer to the Ethernet Protocol document 2465653N when communicating directly to the controller. Appendix G: Using Serial.cgi Commands through the Serial Port Refer to the Marksman Duo Serial Commands document 2465654N .

  • Page 98: Appendix K: Standard Operating Procedures

    Marksman Matrix & Elite Appendix K: Standard Operating Procedures Appendix K: Standard Operating Procedures FJSOP1 - Removal of FoxJet High Resolution Printheads PURPOSE: To detail the procedure for removing a Foxjet High-Resolution inkjet printhead from a production line. RESPONSIBILITY: Customer or authorized FoxJet Distributor technician. SAFETY : All personnel performing this procedure must wear proper eye pro- tection and latex gloves.
  • Page 99 Marksman Matrix & Elite Appendix K: Standard Operating Procedures 8. Remove all photosensors and photosensor brackets from the printhead, if applicable. 9. Remove screws that hold the printhead to the bracketry. 10. Wrap a clean shop cloth around the front of the printhead to catch any ink that may leak out and secure the cloth with masking or packing tape.

  • Page 100: Fjsop2 - Daily Maintenance For Ams/Aps Printheads

    Marksman Matrix & Elite Appendix K: Standard Operating Procedures FJSOP2 - Daily Maintenance for AMS/APS Printheads SCOPE: All AMS/APS (Automatic Priming System) Printheads. PURPOSE: Detail the procedure for performing the required maintenance routine for Foxjet AMS/APS High-Resolution inkjet printheads. RESPONSIBILITY: Customer. SAFETY : All personnel performing this procedure must wear proper eye pro- tection and latex gloves.
  • Page 101 Marksman Matrix & Elite Appendix K: Standard Operating Procedures 9. Spray the proper maintenance fluid, as identified below, onto a 5760832 Lint-Free Swab. 9.1 For Printheads using VersaPrint ink, use FoxJet P/N 9001-0183-01 spray. 9.2 For Printheads using ScanTrue® II PLUS ink, use FoxJet P/N 5760695 spray. 10.

  • Page 102: Fjsop4 - Installation Of Foxjet High Resolution Ams/Aps Printheads

    Marksman Matrix & Elite Appendix K: Standard Operating Procedures FJSOP4 - Installation of FoxJet High Resolution AMS/ APS Printheads PURPOSE: Detail the procedure for installing a FoxJet AMS/APS high-resolution inkjet printhead onto the production line. RESPONSIBILITY: Customer or Distributor. SAFETY: All personnel performing this procedure must wear proper eye pro- tection and latex gloves.
  • Page 103 Marksman Matrix & Elite Appendix K: Standard Operating Procedures 16. Using a lint-free cloth, wipe in a downward direction, to remove any excess ink that may have dripped onto the faceplate. DO NOT WIPE IN THE CENTER SLOT THAT PRO- TECTS THE CO/OP (nozzles).

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