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USER MANUAL
XLP 514/516
Label printer
Edition 1 - 8/2021

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  • Page 1 USER MANUAL XLP 514/516 Label printer Edition 1 - 8/2021...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    XLP 514/516 User Manual Contents Please note! - 5 - 5 General Notes Validity of this manual and required compliance - 5 How information is represented - 6 For your safety - 7 - 7 Intended use Safety notes - 8 Warning notes on the machine - 9 Product Description - 11...
  • Page 3 XLP 514/516 User Manual Switching on/off - 56 Basic settings with the setup wizard - 57 Operation - 59 Insertion Diagrams - 59 - 61 Inserting and removing ribbon Inserting ribbon - 61 Removing the used up ribbon - 63 Alternating use of different sorts of ribbon - 63...
  • Page 4 XLP 514/516 User Manual EU Declaration of Conformity - 113 Applied Licences - 113 Index of parameter names and error messages - 114 Edition 1 - 8/2021 Contents...

  • Page 5: Please Note

    Validity of this manual and required compliance Contents The complete operating manual for the label printers XLP 514 and XLP 516 (also referred to in the fol- lowing as “XLP 51x”, “machine” or “printer”) consists of the following parts: Manual...

  • Page 6: General Notes

    XLP 514/516 User Manual Copyright NOVEXX Solutions retains all rights to this manual and its appendices. Reproduction, reprint or any other type of duplication, including parts of the manual, are permitted only with written approval. Printed in Germany Manufacturer Novexx Solutions GmbH Ohmstrasse 3 D -85386 Eching, Germany...
  • Page 7 XLP 514/516 User Manual Illustrations Illustrations appear in the text where required. References to the illustrations are shown in brackets, if necessary (see table). Reference to illustration Application none • Only one illustration • Reference to the illustration is obvious •...

  • Page 8: For Your Safety

    XLP 514/516 User Manual Fig. 1: Operating position of the XLP 51x. NOVEXX Solutions shall assume no liability for damage resulting from non-intended use of the ma- chine. Safety notes Follow the instructions Safe and efficient operation of the printer can only be guaranteed if you observe all necessary informa- tion.

  • Page 9: Warning Notes On The Machine

    XLP 514/516 User Manual • Repairs to the printer may only be performed by authorized specialists who are aware of the risks in- volved! • Lay the power supply cable, data cables and compressed air hoses (if applicable) in a way that no- body can stumble over it.
  • Page 10 XLP 514/516 User Manual Fig. 2: Warning note on the XLP 51x. Warning note Meaning Article no. The “Pinch point” warning note warns of the danger posed by A5346 the machine´s rotating parts; they can trap items and draw them in.

  • Page 11: Product Description

    TECHNICAL DATA Dimensions | Connection Data | Ambient Conditions Dimensions • Measures: – XLP 514: 272 x 260 x 462  mm (H x B x T) – XLP 516: 272 x 330 x 462  mm (H x B x T) • Weight: Printer...

  • Page 12: Label Material

    For details refer to Appendix > “Types of label material”. Material weight • Self-adhesive labels: 60-160 g/m • Card material (tags): – XLP 514: max. 240 g/m – XLP 516: max. 190 g/m Edition 1 - 8/2021 Product Description Technical Data...
  • Page 13 5-2000 XLP 514 300 dpi 15-120 5-2000 XLP 514 600 dpi 5-1000 XLP 514 Dispenser 30-500 30-110 XLP 514 Dispenser with optional label 5-200 sensor for short labels XLP 516 50-185 5-2000 XLP 516 Dispenser 30-500 50-170 XLP 516 Dispenser with optional label...

  • Page 14: Thermal Transfer Ribbon

    • the reverse side of the ribbon must have an antistatic, friction-reducing coating (backcoating) • ribbons must be specified for “flat head” type print heads • ribbons should be suitable for the following print speeds: – XLP 514: 250 mm/s (10 Inch/s) – XLP 516: 200 mm/s (8 Inch/s) Ribbon roll...

  • Page 15: Perfomance Data

    XLP 514/516 User Manual Variable Dimension Core inside Ø 25.4  mm (1“) XLP 514: 25  -110  mm Width XLP 516: 54  -172  mm Winding direction Colour side facing inside or outside Table 4: Dimensions of usable ribbon rolls. Perfomance Data Print head • Print technology: Thermal direct or thermal transfer printing •...
  • Page 16 XLP 514/516 User Manual 350 mm Distance gap - print position position Label web Print position 1 Print direction Print position 2 Fig. 6: Impression accuracy in printing direction, depending on the printing position. Label sensor • Standard: Light-transmission sensor for punched label material.
  • Page 17 XLP 514/516 User Manual Label sensor Punch Label material Fig. 7: Adjustment range of the label sensor. Output modes 1:1 and 100% printable. Non-printable areas: • 1 mm from the front label edge (1st edge in feed direction) • 1 mm from the left band border (right border in feed direction)
  • Page 18 XLP 514/516 User Manual Bar codes Codabar Code 128 A, B, C Code 128 Code 128 UPS Code 128 Pharmacy Code 2/5 Matrix Code 2/5 Interleaved EAN 8 Code 2/5 5-line EAN 13 add-on 2 Code 2/5 Interleaved ratio 1:3...

  • Page 19: Interfaces & Electronics

    XLP 514/516 User Manual Interfaces & Electronics Interfaces • Data interfaces: – Network: Ethernet 10/100 – USB host (Typ A): USB 2.0 – USB device (Typ B): USB 2.0, 2x – Serial: RS232, DSub 9 • Signal interfaces: – BasicIO board (optional): 3 M12 connections with 4 inputs, 4 outputs, PNP configuration, 24 VDC, JSON configurable, 20 W max.

  • Page 20: Design Models

    DESIGN MODELS Printer versions The XLP 51x is available as “Basic” and as “Peripheral” version. XLP 514 basic XLP 514 peripheral Fig. 8: External distinguishing feature: the “Peripheral” version has a D-Sub connector on the front, below the control panel.

  • Page 21: Functionality

    (4”) cores (prerequisite: printer version “Peripheral”) • Dispensing edge (prerequisite: Internal rewinder installed) • Applicator LTMA (for XLP 514 only, requires special preparation of the printer, see operating manual LTMA) • Cutter-Stacker TCS (for XLP 514 only, requires special preparation of the printer, see operating...
  • Page 22 XLP 514/516 User Manual In order to add the dot lines to an image, the label material has to be passed underneath the print head during printing. This material feeding is accomplished by the print roller (E), which is motor dri- ven.

  • Page 23: Operating Components

    XLP 514/516 User Manual OPERATING COMPONENTS Operating components on the XLP 51x Fig. 10: Operating controls outside at the XLP 51x “Peripheral”. Operation panel Displays the operating status of the machine; for defining settings in the parameter menu Front cover Open this to insert label material and ribbon (At version “Peripheral”...
  • Page 24 XLP 514/516 User Manual Fig. 11: Operating controls of the XLP 514 (left) and the XLP 516 (right). Ribbon unwinding mandrel: Holds the ribbon roll Ribbon winding mandrel: Winds up the used ribbon Mounting flange for options: here can be mounted an option like a cutter or a rewinder, for example.
  • Page 25 User Manual Operating controls on the XLP 51x with dispenser option Fig. 12: Additional operating controls of the XLP 514 with dispenser option. A Dispensing edge: This is where the labels are separated from the backing paper B Plugs: Connector for dispensing edge sensor...
  • Page 26 XLP 514/516 User Manual Operating controls on the XLP 51x with rewinding option Fig. 13: Additional controls of the XLP 51x with rewind option. A Baffle plate: Deflects the printed labels without dispensing any of them B Deflecting shaft: This deflects the labels...

  • Page 27: Operating Panel

    XLP 514/516 User Manual OPERATING PANEL Operating Controls The operation panel of the XLP 51x consists of a graphic display and four keys below the display. The current functions of the keys are displayed by icons (B) above the keys.

  • Page 28: Operating Principle

    XLP 514/516 User Manual Operating Principle The figure shows, how to toggle between the screens: Fig. 15: How to toggle between the screens: A “Home” (cyan), B “Setup” (white), C “Ready” (cyan). The displayed texts and icons are largely selfexplanatory. Based on the different background colors of...
  • Page 29 XLP 514/516 User Manual Color State Ready • The printer is ready to receive print data • The commands in the received print job are processed by the interpreter • Errors or warnings can be displayed White Standalone • Selection of a file on a storage medium •...

  • Page 30: Icons

    XLP 514/516 User Manual Icons Home: Toggle to the “Home” screen Start: Starting an operation, e. g. printing Contrast: Setting the print contrast during Halt: Stopping an operation, e. g. printing printing; Hidden, if only operator access rights exist Printing: Toggle to the „Ready“ screen Out: Jump to the next higher menu level;...

  • Page 31: Key Combinations

    XLP 514/516 User Manual Ethernet active: The network interface is Ethernet inactive: The network interface is selected for data transfer and a connection selected for data transfer and a connection could not be established could be established USB: The USB interface is selected for da-...

  • Page 32: Web Panel

    XLP 514/516 User Manual WEB PANEL Web panel - what´s that? The web panel is a comfortable external control panel, which can be operated on mobile or stationary computing devices. The web panel is supported by the following machines: • Print & Apply Systems XPA 93x •...

  • Page 33: Starting The Web Panel

    XLP 514/516 User Manual Starting the web panel Procedure 1. Determine the IP address of the machine. The IP address is displayed on the operation panel during machine startup. Alternatively, se- lect the following parameter from the menu: Interface >...
  • Page 34 XLP 514/516 User Manual Pos. no. Function Infotext: Display of different operating states of the machine with different background colours • READY: Appears when the control panel on the machine displays “Ready”. • USER AT MACHINE: Appears when the control panel on the machine displays "Home".

  • Page 35: Notifications

    XLP 514/516 User Manual Notifications On the web panel 3 types of notifications are displayed: Error messages, warnings and information. Error messages Fig. 17: Error messages that require a reaction from the operator are displayed in full. Status number and status text match the display on the machine operating panel.
  • Page 36 XLP 514/516 User Manual Pos. no. Function Error message in the history with timestamp. An explanation of the selected entry appears on the right. If there is a quick guide to correct the error message, it is displayed (C). Quick guide to the error message, if available (Corresponds to the quick guide that can be accessed via a QR code from the machine operating panel)..

  • Page 37: Production View

    XLP 514/516 User Manual Production View In the production view, the print job in progress can be monitored and settings can be made for the print job. “Job details” view Fig. 20: “Job details” view of a print job in the web panel.

  • Page 38: Machine Settings View

    Fig. 22: View after clicking on the menu icon in the upper left. Pos. no. Function Open machine settings Opens the user manual Opens the Novexx web page Opens an e-mail to the NOVEXX Solutions service hotline Edition 1 - 8/2021 Product Description Web panel...
  • Page 39 XLP 514/516 User Manual Machine settings After clicking on “Machine settings”, the parameter menu familiar from the machine operating panel opens. More or less parameters are displayed depending on the permissions given by the login role. As “Operator” only the parameters of the Info menu can be accessed.

  • Page 40: Administration View

    XLP 514/516 User Manual ► Enter the search term in the search field (A) - only parameters containing the search term will ap- pear (B). Fig. 26: After entering the search term “head” (A), only parameters containing “head” in the name are displayed (B).
  • Page 41 XLP 514/516 User Manual Fig. 28: Administration view (only with “Supervisor” or “Service” rights). Edition 1 - 8/2021 Product Description Web panel...

  • Page 42: Parameter Menu

    XLP 514/516 User Manual PARAMETER MENU Overview parameter menu The table below gives an overview of the structure of the parameter menu and the parameters it con- tains. Only the parameters printed in red are described here. The parameters printed in black are only rel- evant for service personnel and are therefore described in the Service Manual.
  • Page 43 XLP 514/516 User Manual Options Options (continued) Options (continued) Selection [11] [12] Dispenser ├ Periph. device ├ Dispense Mode ├ Changelabel Mode └ ├ Dispenseposition ├ Changelabel Print [13] USI Signals ├ Displaymode ├ Changelabel Length [13] Basic I/O Board ├...
  • Page 44 XLP 514/516 User Manual System Printer Language Interface Language PrintInterpret. Print interface Accessauthoriz. EasyPlug Setting Network Factorysettings ├ Characterfilter ├ IP Addressassign Customdefaults ├ Charactersets ├ IP address SetupWizards ├ EasyPlugerrors ├ Net mask (Run SetupWizard?) ├ Spoolermode ├ Gatewayaddress Turn-onmode ├...
  • Page 45 XLP 514/516 User Manual Tools Tools (continued) Info Diagnostic Internal Flash Status Printouts ├ (Usermodified) ├ ├ Demo label [22] [25] Copy from USB ├ Parameter 1 └ Delete Dir ├ Printer Status ├ ├ Memory Status └ Parameter n ├...
  • Page 46 XLP 514/516 User Manual Info (Forts.) Info (Forts.) Info (Forts.) System └ PowerSupply Data Measurements └ Module FW. Vers. ├ PS type ├ Ribb. rest length ├ Systemversion └ PS Temperature ├ Ribbon diameter ├ System revision └ Display Data └...

  • Page 47: Parameter Reference

    XLP 514/516 User Manual Parameter Reference Print contrast Setting range Default setting Step width Easy Plug [1...105] % #!H, #PC2045 CAUTION! The parameter Print contrast affects directly the life durance of the print head. It counts: „The higher the setting of Print contrast is, the lower is the life durance of the print head“.
  • Page 48 Printadjust, the part of the graphics which "juts out" will get lost. Print speed Setting range Default setting Step width Easy Plug XLP 514 203 dpi: [2..10] Inch/s 4  Inch/s 1 Inch/s #PC1003, #PR XLP 514 300 dpi: [2..10] Inch/s XLP 514 600 dpi: [2..6] Inch/s XLP 516: [2..6] Inch/s...
  • Page 49 XLP 514/516 User Manual Detect label length Only works if label material is inserted. Measures the label length and writes the value to parameter Material length. During the measurement, the label material is fed approx. 2 label lengths. Material type...
  • Page 50 XLP 514/516 User Manual • Full size: w/o function • Reflex (upper): w/o function Ribbon length Setting range Default setting Step width Easy Plug [300.0...500.0] m 450.0 m 0.1 m #PC1038 Ribbon length of the applied ribbon roll. The ribbon length is marked on the packaging of the new rib- bon roll.

  • Page 51: Definition Of Favorites

    XLP 514/516 User Manual Definition of Favorites It is possible to create a Favorites menu item containing a selection of parameters as required. Selecting favorites in the web panel Favorites are set in the web panel in the machine settings view. To do this, the operator must be EXPERTS logged in to the web panel with the service role.

  • Page 52: Connections

    XLP 514/516 User Manual CONNECTIONS WARNING! This machine operates using mains voltage! Touching live electrical parts may expose you to hazardous electrical currents and may lead to burns. ► Make sure that the machine is switched off before connecting the power cable.
  • Page 53 XLP 514/516 User Manual Pos. Connection Application (Optional) Signal interface (Sub-D Status signals (5/24 V signal level, switchable, NPN) (Optional) Start sensor (M12) Triggers the print-dispense (-apply) cycle; suitable for a standard industrial sensor, e.g. Novexx N102106 or N102109 (Optional) Signal interface (M12)

  • Page 54: Before Operation

    XLP 514/516 User Manual Before Operation ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Connecting to the mains power supply WARNING! This machine operates at mains voltage! Contacting electrically live components can cause lethal electrical shocks and burns. ► Make sure that the machine is switched off before connecting the power cable.

  • Page 55: Connecting To A Data Host

    XLP 514/516 User Manual Disconnecting the mains connection cable: 3. Pull off the cable at the plug. Connecting to a data host The print data can alternatively be transmitted via one of the data interfaces: • Ethernet • USB • Serial interface The desired data interface is prompted by the setup wizard the first time you switch on the machine.

  • Page 56: Switching On/Off

    XLP 514/516 User Manual SWITCHING ON/OFF Switching on ► Set the mains switch (A) of the machine to "I" (On). Fig. 32: Mains switch at the XLP 51x. Shortly after switching on the printer, during startup, the following informations show up on the screen: Fig.

  • Page 57: Basic Settings With The Setup Wizard

    XLP 514/516 User Manual Restart A restart is faster than switching the machine on and off completely, as only part of the firmware is restarted. ► Press the keys 1 + 2 + 3 simultaneously. Display: ► Press the key to confirm and to trigger the restart.
  • Page 58 XLP 514/516 User Manual ► Press the key. The setup wizard then starts again until either the settings are made or “Run Setup Wizard?” is an- swered with “No”. If “No” is selected in response to the initial question, the setup wizard will not start and the prompt “Run Setup Wizard?”...

  • Page 59: Operation

    XLP 514/516 User Manual Operation INSERTION DIAGRAMS These diagrams display how the material and ribbon moves through the printer under the following conditions: • Label material must be wound with printed side facing outwards • Thermal transfer ribbon: – Solid line = printed side wound inwards –...

  • Page 60: Insertion Diagrams

    XLP 514/516 User Manual XLP 51x with internal rewinder Fig. 38: Threading diagram for label material and thermal transfer ribbon on XLP 51x with internal rewinder. XLP 51x with internal rewinder and dispensing edge Fig. 39: Threading diagram for label material and thermal transfer ribbon on XLP 51x with internal rewinder and dispensing edge.

  • Page 61: Inserting And Removing Ribbon

    ► Be careful whenever touching the print head. The illustrations in this chapter show a XLP 514. In case that the operation of the XLP 516 differs in some points, this is indicated at the relevant point in the text Before you begin •...
  • Page 62 XLP 514/516 User Manual 3. Push the empty cardboard sleeve onto the rewinding mandrel until it stops (B, figure above). 4. Push the ribbon roll onto the unwinding mandrel until it stops (A, figure above). Depending on the winding direction of the ribbon (color side inside or outside), the roll must be inserted differently: –...

  • Page 63: Removing The Used Up Ribbon

    XLP 514/516 User Manual Removing the used up ribbon Before you begin Machine ist stopped ( “Home” screen). About this task If a ribbon roll is used up, the used ribbon is all wound up on the rewinding mandrel and has to be re- moved from there.
  • Page 64 XLP 514/516 User Manual 1. Open the print head pressure lever: 2. Loosen the ribbon between the mandrels. 3. Remove both rolls of ribbon simultaneously from the mandrels. Pull away the ribbon sideways from the print head: Store your frequently used ribbons as pairs of rolls (fig. below).

  • Page 65: Inserting And Removing Label Material

    ► Be careful whenever touching the print head. The illustrations in this chapter show a XLP 514. In case that the operation of the XLP 516 differs in some points, this is indicated at the relevant point in the text Before you begin •...
  • Page 66 XLP 514/516 User Manual 3. Remove the guide disc (picture above, C) of the material unwinder. 4. (Optional) If the inner diameter of the material roll is larger than the diameter of the unwinder man- drel: Attach adapter rings (picture). To do this, press the adapter rings together at the grip sur- faces, push them to the desired position and release the grips again.
  • Page 67 XLP 514/516 User Manual 7. Feed the material as shown through the print module: 8. Push the material guiding (A) up to the outer edge of the material without clamping the material: 9. Close the print head pressure lever. What to do next If the label material is different from the one previously used: Adjust the label sensor.

  • Page 68: Xlp 51X Standard: Inserting Leporello Material

    ► Be careful whenever touching the print head. The illustrations in this chapter show a XLP 514. In case that the operation of the XLP 516 differs in some points, this is indicated at the relevant point in the text Before you begin •...

  • Page 69: Xlp 51X With Internal Rewinder: Inserting Roll Material

    ► Be careful whenever touching the print head. The illustrations in this chapter show a XLP 514. In case that the operation of the XLP 516 differs in some points, this is indicated at the relevant point in the text Before you begin •...
  • Page 70 XLP 514/516 User Manual 2. As shown, move the end of the label strip around the baffle plate towards the rewinder and fasten it to the clasp (A). Observe, that the inner material edge must contact the inner wall on its way to the rewinder.

  • Page 71: Xlp 51X With Internal Rewinder And Dispensing Edge: Inserting Roll Material

    ► Be careful whenever touching the print head. The illustrations in this chapter show a XLP 514. In case that the operation of the XLP 516 differs in some points, this is indicated at the relevant point in the text Before you begin •...

  • Page 72: Setting And Monitoring

    XLP 514/516 User Manual 2. Insert the label web, see XLP 51x standard: Inserting roll material on page 65. 3. Remove the labels from the backing paper on a length of approx. 30 cm from the end of the label web.
  • Page 73 XLP 514/516 User Manual 2. Push the sensor arm using the handle (A) until the indicator (B) is above the punches on the mate- rial: The optional reflex sensor is located 6 mm to the right of the indicator. That means, that the in- dicator has to be placed 6 mm left of the middle of the reflex mark.

  • Page 74: Settings In The Parameter Menu

    XLP 514/516 User Manual Settings in the Parameter Menu The settings described below are generally included in the print job, in which case they do not need to be made. Manual settings that were made before a print job was transferred will be overwritten by the settings in the print job.
  • Page 75 XLP 514/516 User Manual Fig. 42: Label material (self-adhesive labels) (A: Label web (backing paper), B: Label, C: Label pitch, D: Material width) Material width 1. Measure the width of the material web (D) (including backing paper). 2. Call Print >...

  • Page 76: Monitoring Functions

    XLP 514/516 User Manual Parameter Function System > Print Control > Temp. Sets the correction factor for the temperature compensation. reduction The higher the selected setting, the greater the reduction of the driving power when the print head temperature rises.
  • Page 77 (d) of the ribbon roll in millimeters. Inner-Ø ribbon roll = Outer-Ø ribbon core! The default setting matches the NOVEXX Solutions standard ribbon 10287-600-xxx. Fig. 45: Outer (D) and inner (d) diameter of the ribbon roll. To monitor the ribbon reserve, a critical ribbon length can be set. If the remaining length falls below this level, a warning or an error message appears - depending on the setting.
  • Page 78 XLP 514/516 User Manual ► Set System > Print Control > Ribbon end warn. to the desired critical ribbon length in millimetres. ► Set System > Print Control > Ribbon warn stop to the desired behavior: • Off: Printer shows ribbon warning and does not stop: Fig.

  • Page 79: Printing

    XLP 514/516 User Manual PRINTING Creating Print Jobs There are two ways to create a print job: • Using layout software Layout software may include any type of software that has a print function (for example text process- [30] ing). Special label layout software is more suitable, for example NiceLabel .

  • Page 80: Transferring A Print Job From A Host By Means Of A Command File

    XLP 514/516 User Manual Transferring a Print Job from a Host by Means of a Command file Describes how to tranfer a print job from a host using a data cable and a text file containing Easy Plug commands ( “command file”).
  • Page 81 XLP 514/516 User Manual 4. (Optional) Ethernet/USB interface: copy testjob.txt \\ComputerName\ShareName – ComputerName: can be found under Windows 10 as follows: Press the key. The start menu opens. b. Type “System Information” into the search field. The window “System Informations” opens.

  • Page 82: Starting A Print Job From An External Memory Medium

    XLP 514/516 User Manual Starting a Print Job from an External Memory Medium Before you begin • The print job is stored on an external storage medium (e. g. USB thumb drive) in folder \Formats. • The name of the print job file ends with .for •...
  • Page 83 XLP 514/516 User Manual 7. Press key 2 to start the print job without changing the print amount. To change the print amount or other input fields, see figure below. If the printer showed the “Ready” screen before it was toggled into standalone mode, the print- ing starts immediately.

  • Page 84: Starting And Monitoring A Print Job

    XLP 514/516 User Manual Starting and Monitoring a Print Job The printer starts to print, as soon as the following conditions are met: • The printer is switched on • The display shows the “Ready” screen • A print job has been transmitted and interpreted Fig.

  • Page 85: Selecting Files From An External Memory Medium

    XLP 514/516 User Manual • (Optional) Keyboard, simplifies entry of variable data Keyboard type Order no. USB-keyboard without numeric keypad, German layout A8407 USB-keyboard without numeric keypad, US layout A8406 Table 15: Keyboards available as accessory. ► The matching keyboard layout is set with parameter Options >...
  • Page 86 XLP 514/516 User Manual Procedure 1. Switch off the printer. 2. Connect the memory medium to the printer. 3. Switch on the printer. The printer shows the “Ready” screen (cyan) 4. Press the keys 2+4 to switch to standalone mode.

  • Page 87: Functions With External Keyboard

    XLP 514/516 User Manual Functions with external keyboard Key assignment The keys on the operation panel are assigned to function keys on the external keyboard according to the table below. The function keys and the two additionally listed key combinations work in normal op- erating mode and in standalone mode.
  • Page 88 XLP 514/516 User Manual Keyboard key Function Delete the character left of the cursor Confirm a modification Discard a modification Move the cursor to the left Move the cursor to the right Insert the selected character into the string Jump to the beginning (e. g. of a selection list) Jump to the end (e.

  • Page 89: Executing Different File Types

    XLP 514/516 User Manual 1. On the keyboard, press the key for the first letter of the wanted file name , e. g. „n“. Display: The filter icon stands for the activated filter function. Through the filter appear only those file names that start with „n“...
  • Page 90 XLP 514/516 User Manual Automatic file execution [32] If a file named DEFAULT.FOR exists on the memory medium in the folder \FORMATS, it is executed automatically at system start. [33] If a file \AUTOSTRT.FOR is also existing in the root directory, it will be executed first. But be aware that standalone print jobs are only executed properly, if the relevant file is stored in the folder \FORMATS, as described above.

  • Page 91: Disturbances

    XLP 514/516 User Manual Disturbances GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT STATUS REPORTS Display of status reports During operation, tests are continually carried out to determine whether a malfunction has occurred. If a malfunction is detected, the corresponding status report appears on the display.
  • Page 92 XLP 514/516 User Manual Warnings Background color = yellow Warnings inform the operator about the occurance of a certain event at the printer. The message is only displayed for a short time. The printer continues operating without intervention from the user.
  • Page 93 XLP 514/516 User Manual USI status messages These status messages are triggered by the signal interface. They provide information on whether cer- tain signals are present. Fig. 56: Example of a USI status message. Status message Cause USI pause Signal usi.pause is active USI feed Signal usi.feed is active...
  • Page 94 XLP 514/516 User Manual By pressing the key, the display can be toggled between error message and Easy Plug command text. Unspecific errors Some errors can have more than one cause. To be able to find the specific reason for such an error, it is important that it can be reproduced.

  • Page 95: Access Troubleshooting Instructions With Your Smartphone

    XLP 514/516 User Manual ACCESS TROUBLESHOOTING INSTRUCTIONS WITH YOUR SMARTPHONE Fig. 57: If the error message has a barcode symbol (A), a QR code (B) can be used to call up troubleshooting instructions (C) on the smartphone. This function is currently only available for the most important error messages relevant to the ma- chine operator.

  • Page 96: Reference Of Status Reports

    XLP 514/516 User Manual REFERENCE OF STATUS REPORTS 5001 No gap found No gap found or several blank labels fed. The error can have several causes: Cause Measure Label sensor at the wrong position. ► Setting the position of the label light barrier correctly (refer to user manual, chap.
  • Page 97 XLP 514/516 User Manual 5005 Cutter Fault on the cutter. The knife does not reach its home position. ► Check whether the cutter is soiled. If necessary, clean the knife. ► Check the function of the knife. If necessary, readjust the knife.
  • Page 98 XLP 514/516 User Manual Possible cause Solution • No backing paper attached to the rewinder ► Insert material correctly • End of backing paper not properly attached Backing paper is sagging in front of the ► Insert material correctly rewinder to such an extent that it cannot be ►...

  • Page 99: Cleaning

    XLP 514/516 User Manual Cleaning CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! Dangerous situations may arise during maintenance and cleaning work. Accidents may occur due to mechanical or electrical effects if the relevant safety instructions are not observed! ► Switch off the machine before cleaning or maintenance and pull out the mains pow- er connecting line! ►...

  • Page 100: Cleaning The Print Head

    XLP 514/516 User Manual General cleaning Dust particles are especially likely to accumulate in the area of the print mechanics. ► Remove dust particles with a soft brush or a vacuum cleaner. ► Clean the housing with a cloth and a standard com-mercial neutral cleaner.
  • Page 101 XLP 514/516 User Manual • Thermal transfer printing: after each used up ribbon roll • Thermal direct printing: after each used up label roll Procedure 1. Switch off the printer. 2. Open the front cover. 3. Open the print head pressure lever.

  • Page 102: Cleaning The Print Roller

    XLP 514/516 User Manual CLEANING THE PRINT ROLLER WARNING! Risk of burning injuries from a hot print head ► Ensure that the print head has cooled down before cleaning it. About this task Clean the print roller regularly. Contamination on the print roller can degrade the quality of the print and the transport of the material.

  • Page 103: Cleaning The Label Sensor

    XLP 514/516 User Manual 5. Moisten a lint-free cloth with roller cleaner and wipe the printer roller. Gradually rotate the roller un- til it is completely clean: 6. Refit the tear-off edge. CLEANING THE LABEL SENSOR About this task During printing the punch sensor can become contaminated with lint. Large amounts of dirt can lead to problems with perforation recognition.
  • Page 104 XLP 514/516 User Manual 2. Remove the sensor arm (A). CAUTION! Label sensor can be damaged ► Do not use sharp or hard objects or solvents to clean the label sensors! Clean the opening (picture above, B) with compressed air.

  • Page 105: Maintenance

    XLP 514/516 User Manual Maintenance PRINT ROLLER REPLACEMENT WARNING! Risk of burning injuries from a hot print head. ► Ensure that the print head has cooled down before cleaning it. The print roller is held in plase by a bayonet coupling and can be replaced without any tool.

  • Page 106: Print Head Replacement

    XLP 514/516 User Manual Fitting 7. Push the print roller through the external bearing plate. 8. Turn the print roller so that the steel pin at its end engages in the opening of the bayonet coupling. 9. Push the print roller firmly in up to the stop, then turn it to the right up to the stop.
  • Page 107 XLP 514/516 User Manual Fig. 60: Print head (A) and bracket (B) were adjusted exactly by means of special positioning tools. If no professional ESD protective equipment (ESD wristband, ESD shoes, ...) is available: ► Discharge your own body before touching the print head, e.g. by touching an earthed object (e.g.
  • Page 108 XLP 514/516 User Manual 5. Press the print head onto the print roller. At the same time remove the knurled screw (A). The print head (A) is released from the fastener and remains on the print roller: 6. Remove both print head cables (A) from the print head: 7.

  • Page 109: Material Guiding: Setting The Movability

    XLP 514/516 User Manual 9. Affix the print head cable. 10. Press the print head against the fastener from below and tighten the knurled screw. Don´t touch the thermal bar while doing so! 11. Switch on the printer. 12. Call up the parameter System >...
  • Page 110 XLP 514/516 User Manual Procedure 1. Unscrew the cover (C). 2. Tighten the set screw (picture above, A) in the material guide to increase the driving force. 3. Check the movability of the material guide. If necessary, repeat step 2.

  • Page 111: Appendix

    XLP 514/516 User Manual Appendix LABEL MATERIAL TYPES What to look for when selecting label stock for the XLP 51x. Material specification The XLP 51x can process rolls as well as leporello fold (= fold-out or accordion fold material). For more information on the material specifications, refer to chapter “Technical data” > “Label materi- al”.

  • Page 112: (Xlp 516) Print Width Limitations

    XLP 514/516 User Manual • Temperature required for ink transfer Abrasiveness If the material is very rough (= strong sanding effect), the printhead will wear down more quickly than with smooth material. This is an important aspect of thermal printing. With thermal transfer printing, this does not pose much of a problem because you can select a ribbon that is wider than the material.
  • Page 113 Model XLP 514 / XLP 516 General designation Label Printer...
  • Page 114 XLP 514/516 User Manual Index of parameter names and error messages Numerics 5001 No gap found Y - Printadjust 5002 Material end 5005 Cutter 5008 Ribbon end 5076 Lever open 5110 Ribbon low 5140 Rewinder control Delete Job Delete Spooler...
  • Page 116 Novexx Solutions GmbH Telephone: +49-8165-925-0 | www.novexx.com Ohmstraße 3 85386 Eching Germany...

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