Page 1 User’s Manual 4100 Bar Code Label Printer P/N 057713-005...
Page 2 The information contained herein is proprietary and is provided solely for the purpose of allowing customers to operate and/or service Intermec manufactured equipment and is not to be released, reproduced, or used for any other purpose without written permission of Intermec.
Page 3 Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e Contributors Author Lori Austin Mia Hayashida Editor Craig Thompson Technical Illustrators John Bickley Karen Petruzzi Technical Reviewers Scott Bale Dzung Dang Jim Davison Terry Ho Jaye Jarchow Ed Millet Lisa Morin Mark Rasmussen...
Page 4 Chapter 7 was reformatted to make it easier to use. Chapter 8 was made to be a universal printer reference guide. Commands that are not compatible with the 4100 printer are noted. Small changes were made to the appendix. Firmware version 2.3 addendum added to the manual. The changes were made to the communications protocols and the configuration commands such as end-of-print skip distance and the label rest point.
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Safety Summary xix Warnings and Cautions xx About This Manual xxi Customer Advisory xxiii Getting Started Introduction to the 4100 Printer 1-3 Printing Capabilities 1-3 Printer Components 1-4 Printer Component Descriptions (Front View) 1-5 Printer Component Descriptions (Front Interior) 1-7...
Page 6 If You Have Difficulty Feeding the Media 1-17 What the Configuration Test Labels Tell You 1-18 DIP Switch Settings 2-9 Intermec “Standard” Protocol 2-11 Polling Mode D Protocol 2-12 Multi-Drop Protocol 2-12 XON/XOFF Protocol (Software and Hardware / Flow Control) 2-12...
Page 7 Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e Choosing the Correct Cable 2-17 Intermec Cables 2-18 Cable Schematics 2-18 RS-485 (Multi-Drop) Cables 2-20 Cabling Considerations in Noisy Electrical Environments 2-20 Operating the Printer About Printer Operation 3-3 Opening and Closing the Printer 3-3...
Page 8 4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual Loading the Thermal Transfer Ribbon 3-17 Image Band Setting 3-18 How the Image Bands Command works 3-18 Optimizing the Number of Image Bands 3-18 Modified Field Reimaging 3-19 Printing Labels 3-20 Routine Maintenance...
Page 9 Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e Troubleshooting About Troubleshooting 5-3 Troubleshooting Checklist 5-3 Printer Operation Problems 5-4 Print Quality Problems 5-5 Communication Problems 5-6 Error Handling 5-6 Syntax Errors 5-6 Parameter Errors 5-6 Image Overrun Errors 5-7...
Page 10 Designing Labels and Using Commands Introduction to Label Design 6-3 Using Label Formats 6-3 Communicating With the Printer 6-6 Using Intermec Label Design Software 6-6 Using the Printer Command Set 6-6 Switching Between Print Mode and Program Mode 6-9 Creating Label Design Components 6-9...
Page 11: System Commands
Example 2 6-31 Graphic for Example 2 6-31 Printer Commands Introduction 7-3 Command Set Summary 7-3 Using Printer Commands According to Function 7-10 Program Mode 7-10 Programming 7-10 Editing a Page 7-10 Editing a Format 7-10 Editing a Bar Code Field 7-11...
Page 12 4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual Immediate Commands 7-15 Abort Print Job 7-15 Error Code, Request 7-15 Label and Gap Length, Transmit 7-15 Remaining Quantity and Batch Count, Transmit 7-16 Reset 7-16 Status Dump 7-16 Status Enquiry 7-17 Print Mode Commands 7-18...
Page 13 Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e Page, Select 7-26 Page, Transmit 7-27 Print 7-27 Printhead Parameters, Transmit 7-27 Program Mode, Enter 7-27 Program Number, Transmit 7-28 Quantity Count, Set 7-28 Start and Stop Codes (Code 39), Print 7-28 Storage Area Usage, Transmit 7-29 Test and Service Mode, Enter 7-29 User-Defined Characters, Transmit 7-29...
Page 14 4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual Maximum Label Length, Set 7-37 Media Sensitivity, Select 7-37 Message Delay, Set 7-38 Number of Image Bands, Set 7-38 Online or Offline on Power Up 7-38 Postamble, Set 7-39 Preamble, Set 7-39 Print Speed, Set 7-39...
Page 15 Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e Font Character Width, Define 7-56 Font Type, Select 7-56 Format, Create or Edit 7-57 Format, Erase 7-57 Format Direction in a Page, Define 7-57 Format Offset Within a Page, Define 7-58 Format Position From Page, Delete 7-58 Format Position in a Page, Assign 7-58 Graphic Type, Select 7-58...
Page 16 4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual User-Defined Interface Tables 7-67 Print Commands (t=0) 7-68 Escape Print Commands (t=1) 7-69 Shift Print Commands (t=2) 7-70 Status Responses and Auto-Transmit Commands (t=3) 7-71 Protocol Commands (t=4) 7-72 Communication Protocol Characters 7-73...
Page 17 Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e Configuration Parameters Upload A-12 4100 Printer Options A-13 Present Sensor/Self-Strip A-13 Memory Expansion A-13 Cutter and Tray A-13 Ribbon Save A-14 Glossary Index Contents xvii...
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Page 19: Before You Begin
Warranty Information To receive a copy of the standard warranty provision for this product, contact your local Intermec sales organization. In the U.S. call (800) 755-5505, and in Canada call (800) 688-7043. Otherwise, refer to the Worldwide Sales & Service list shipped with this manual for the address and telephone number of your Intermec sales organization.
Page 20: Warnings And Cautions
4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual Warnings and Cautions The warnings and cautions in this manual use the following format. Warning A warning warns you of an operating procedure, practice, condition, or statement that must be strictly observed to avoid death or serious injury to the WARNING persons working on the equipment.
Page 21: About This Manual
About This Manual This manual contains all of the information necessary to install, operate, configure, design labels, troubleshoot, and maintain the 3400 printer. Below is a table listing the information contained in each chapter of this manual. For information on:...
Page 22 The following conventions are used throughout this manual for operating procedures and descriptions of the printer. • Names of buttons on the printer front panel are uppercase, bold, and enclosed in square brackets. For example, [FEED] refers to the button labeled FEED.
Page 23: Customer Advisory
C o d e Customer Advisory To reduce the risk of printer errors, the buyer should frequently check the accuracy of printer bar code and alphanumeric information. In those situations where accuracy is imperative, the buyer must confirm the accuracy of all printed labels with the information originally intended to be encoded on the label.
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Page 25: Getting Started
Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e Getting Started Getting Started...
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Page 27: Introduction To The 4100 Printer
C o d e Introduction to the 4100 Printer The Intermec 4100 printer is a thermal and thermal transfer bar code printer designed to print high-quality labels in an industrial environment. These labels can contain data in both text and bar code form as well as graphics, lines, and boxes in a variety of sizes and orientations.
Page 28: Printer Components
4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual Printer Components The following figures and tables will help familiarize you with the 4100 bar code printer. Be sure you understand the purpose of these components before you use the printer. Front View of the 4100 Printer...
Page 29: Printer Component Descriptions (Front View)
Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e Printer Component Descriptions (Front View) The following table contains descriptions of the printer components as shown in the previous illustration. Name Right side cover Front panel cover Label dispense opening Power on indicator...
Page 30 Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e 4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual Front View of the 4100 Printer With the Front Cover Open 4100-02...
Page 31: Printer Component Descriptions (Front Interior)
Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e Printer Component Descriptions (Front Interior) The following table contains descriptions of the printer components as shown in the previous illustration. Name Drive roller Rewind assist roller Transfer on switch Darkness control adjustment...
Page 32 Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e 4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual Rear View of the 4100 Printer 250V, 1.5A S-B AC POWER 4100-03...
Page 33: Printer Component Descriptions (Rear View)
Contains a 1.5A Slo-Blo fuse for 115 VAC operation or a double pole circuit breaker at 1.2A for 230 VAC operation. Turn the printer on by moving the switch to the ON position and off by moving it to the OFF position.
Page 34 4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual View of the 4100 Printer Mechanism 1-10 Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e 4100-04...
Page 35: Printer Component Descriptions (Mechanism Detail)
Adjusts the label gap sensor, which scans the media for label gaps or edges so the printer can determine where to start a new label. Adjustable from 0.25" to 2.3". Prints label formats as they are transmitted from the host computer.
Page 36: Printer Options
The cutter is a factory-installed option. The cutter mechanism can easily be removed at any time to return the printer to its normal tear off, self-strip, or batch rewind print modes. For your safety, the cutter comes with two interlock switches that prevent the cutting mechanism from operating if the front cover is not closed securely.
Page 37: Unpacking The 4100
Store the shipping container and materials in case you need to ship the printer for any reason. The front panel cover of the printer is packed in a separate bag and must be installed on the printer. Refer to the instructions later in this section.
Page 38: Installing The Front Panel Cover
To install the cover 1. Remove the front panel cover from its shipping bag. 2. Locate the two hinge pins on the front left of the printer. The top pin is positioned approximately 0.5 inch from the top of the printer, and the bottom pin is 1 inch from the bottom.
Page 39: Checking The Dip Switch Settings
To open the printer 1. Facing the front of the printer, grasp the right side of the front panel cover and pull it toward you to release the cover from its magnetic latches. The cover will swing open to the left on its hinges.
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Page 41: If You Have Difficulty Feeding The Media
9. Close the right cover and front cover of the printer. 10. Press [FEED] to advance several inches of media through the printer and out the label opening in the front cover. The printer is now ready for you to print configuration test labels.
Page 42: Printing Configuration Test Labels
2. Enable Test and Service Mode by moving Switch 8 on the bottom bank of DIP switches to the 1 (ON) position. 3. Turn on the power to the printer. The printer will form-feed a few inches of media. The printer is now in Test and Service mode.
Page 43: Hardware Configuration
Refer to Chapter 4, “Adjusting the Printhead Support,” if any of the following items are true: • The printer is exhibiting signs of ribbon wrinkling. • The print darkness on the label is inconsistent from top to bottom.
Page 44 4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual Sample Software Configuration Test Labels 1-20 Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e Program Version : 1.02 Pages Defined Formats Defined Fonts Defined : 0, 1, 2, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24...
Page 45: Forms Adjust
Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e PRINT SPEED - 3.5 IPS IMAGE BANDS - 3 MAX LABEL LENGTH - 5 inches LABEL STOCK - Inter-label gap MEDIA TYPE - Thermal Transfer MEDIA LENGTH - 0 inches CHARACTER SET - US ASCII EMULATION - Disabled LABEL RETRACT - Enabled PARITY - Even...
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Page 47: Installing The Printer
Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e Installing the Printer Installing the Printer...
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Page 49: About Printer Installation
C o d e About Printer Installation The Intermec 4100 bar code printer operates in a wide range of environments and can be configured to match most data collection systems. You can connect your printer directly to a host computer or integrate it into a large data collection network by connecting to the host through a port concentrator or controller.
Page 50: Situating The Printer
• A level, sturdy operating area • Easy access to the power switch and the rear panel • Make sure the printer is located away from potential hazards, such as water or other liquids Connecting the Printer to the Host You are now ready to connect your printer to the host computer.
Page 51: About Network Installations
To install the printer 1. Plug the 25-pin plug into the serial port on the rear panel of the 4100 printer. 2. Plug the other end of the cable into a serial port on the host computer. Your printer is now installed.
Page 52 4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual • 9154 Multi-Drop Line Controller System Manual (Intermec Part No. 048517) • 9161B Installation Manual (Intermec Part No. 049572) • 9180 Network Controller User’s Manual (Intermec Part No. 054292) • RF System User’s Manual (Intermec Part No. 053574) •...
Page 53: Modem Installation Procedure
To connect the printer to a host with a modem 1. Connect the printer serial port to a modem using a 25-pin to 25-pin RS-232 modem cable assembly (Intermec Part No. 043237S). 2. Connect a second modem to the host computer using an appropriate cable assembly for the host and modem.
Page 54: Configuring The Serial Port
DIP switches to the desired settings. The switches should click securely into the 1 (ON) or 0 (OFF) positions. The printer must then be turned off and on for the new switch settings to take effect.
Page 55: Dip Switch Settings
None None Stop Bits Data Bits Self-Strip Disabled Enabled O = OFF 1 = ON Communication Protocol XON/XOFF Polling Mode D Multi-Drop Multi-Drop Address Selection Test and Service Modes Installing the Printer Bottom Bank Switch Number Standard Disabled Enabled 4100-45...
Page 56: Connecting The Printer To A Network
The 4100 printer supports the flow control and block transfer protocols described below. All of these protocols are point-to-point except Multi-Drop. Application programs and/or ROM BIOS determine which protocols your computer can support. For more detailed information refer to the Intermec Data Communications Reference Manual, Part No. 044737. 2-10...
Page 57: Intermec "Standard" Protocol
Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e Intermec “Standard” Protocol Intermec “Standard” protocol is a proprietary block transfer/status response protocol. With the exception of single character status commands such as <ENQ> and <VT>, data is transmitted in message blocks beginning with the start of text (<STX>) character and ending with the end of text (<ETX>)
Page 58: Polling Mode D Protocol
255 characters, including protocol overhead. The blocks are framed with LRC characters for additional data integrity. Use Polling Mode D for point-to-point networks that connect the 4100 to an Intermec port concentrator (RS-232C or RS-422).
Page 59: Ready/Busy Protocol
User-Defined Protocol The 4100 printer allows you to change protocol characters. However, unlike the Intermec 86XX series printer, the 4100 does not allow you to define your own protocol. Instead, you may substitute new characters to be used as protocol characters, but the rules for the protocol chosen do not change.
Page 60: Communication Interfaces
4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual Communication Interfaces Character SELECT IN POLL IN RES IN REQ IN SOM IN EOM IN AFF IN NEG IN DLE IN XON IN XOFF IN SELECT OUT POLL OUT RES OUT REQ OUT...
Page 61: Rs-232C Serial Interface
In XON/XOFF or hardware flow control, pin 20 and pin 11 indicate the printer mechanical status and the status of the printer input buffer. They are high when there is room in the buffer and low if the buffer is full or the printer is offline.
Page 62: Rs-485 Serial Interface
4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual RS-485 Serial Interface The RS-485 serial interface is used for multi-drop installations only. The cable connected to the printer must have the pin assignments listed in the table to operate properly under RS-485. Interface Pin No.
Page 63: Rs-422 Serial Interface
Your 4100 printer has many different cabling options available. Your choice of cabling depends on the network configuration, hardware interface, protocol used, cabling distance, and the electrical and environmental operating conditions of your printer. For typical installations, Intermec recommends the following: • Shielded cable, minimum 24 gauge •...
Page 64: Intermec Cables
4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual Intermec Cables Intermec offers a full line of interface cables. These cables are not included with the printer and must be ordered separately. Contact your Intermec representative for ordering assistance. For connecting the 4100 printer to an IBM PC AT or compatible, use this Intermec cable: Intermec Part No.
Page 65: Rs-232 Null Modem Cable For At
PRINTER NOTE: The metal backshell is connected directly to the shield to achieve electrostatic discharge (ESD) immunity. SHIELD PRINTER SHIELD HOST Installing the Printer 25-PIN (PLUG) D-SUB METAL BACKSHELL CHASSIS GROUND TRANSMITTED DATA RECEIVED DATA CARRIER DETECT DATA SET READY...
Page 66: Rs-485 (Multi-Drop) Cables
• 9161B Installation Manual Part No. 049572 Cabling Considerations in Noisy Electrical Environments The items listed below create noisy electrical environments that can disrupt data communications between your host computer and the 4100 printer: • Large power transformers • Large electrical motors • Arc welders •...
Page 67 Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e If any of these items are near the printer, you can reduce the effects of their electrical noise by following these directions: • Always use shielded cable. Connect the cable and shield to the metal backshells on the cable connectors and fasten the connectors to the serial ports using screws.
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Page 69: Operating The Printer
Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e Operating the Printer Operating the Printer...
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Page 71: About Printer Operation
• Adjusting the label gap sensor • Printing the printer’s buffer contents to clear the memory Note: If you are not familiar with the components that make up the printer, refer to the illustrations and descriptions in Chapter 1, “Getting Started.”...
Page 72: Opening The Printer
To open the printer 1. Facing the front of the printer, grasp the right side of the front cover and pull it toward you to release the cover from its magnetic latches. 2. Grasp the bottom center of the right side cover and pull it upward. The hinged right cover should come to rest on the top of the printer.
Page 73: Loading Media Into The Printer
• Self-strip printing • Fanfold printing When you load media, you can turn the power to the printer either on or off. The following procedures for loading media assume the printer is turned on. Note: If you are using media that is 3.5 inches or less in width, you will need to adjust the printhead support to ensure optimum print quality.
Page 74: Straight-Through Printing
4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual Note: The 4100 printer is adjusted at the factory using 4 mil thick label stock. When using heavier tag stock, the printhead may need to be adjusted. Refer to Chapter 4, ”Routine Maintenance,“ for these procedures.
Page 75 Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e Operating the Printer Loading Media Into the Printer for Straight-Through Printing Label Gap Sensor 4100-05/16...
Page 76: Self-Strip Printing
4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual Self-Strip Printing In self-strip printing, the printer presents each label after it is printed with the backing removed so it may be applied immediately. The backing is collected on the rewinder hub after passing over the bottom assist roller. The rewinder hub can hold the backing for an entire roll of media.
Page 77 Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e Loading Media Into the Printer for Self-Strip Printing Operating the Printer 2. Slide the retainer to the outer end of the supply mount and flip it down. 3. Place the label roll on the supply mount.
Page 78: Batch Take-Up Printing
To install the rewind adapter 1. Open the front panel cover of the printer and remove the metal plate below the label dispense opening in the cover. The metal plate snaps in and out using two small clamps on the left and right of the plate.
Page 79: Loading The Media
5. Rotate the media guide down. 6. Insert the label stock through the printer mechanism as shown in the illustration. Make sure the front edge of the media passes through the label gap sensor and over the top of the drive roller.
Page 80: Fanfold Printing
In fanfold printing, a stack of fanfold media is placed outside the back of the printer and fed into the printer though a gap in the back of the side cover. The media is fed into the printer mechanism using the same method as for straight- through printing.
Page 81: Adjusting The Label Gap Sensor
If the media feeds forward only about 2.5 inches each time you press the [FEED] button, and does not seem to be stopping on a label edge, the printer may be configured for continuous stock instead of interlabel gap stock.
Page 82: Adjusting The Label Gap Sensor For Die Cut Media
When you set the sensitivity in the printer to match the rating for your media, the amount of energy the printhead uses adjusts to a value that is suitable for your media.
Page 83: Setting The Approximate Sensitivity Rating For Your Media
,563 sets the sensitivity number to 563. See Chapters 6, “Designing Labels and Using Commands,” and Chapter 7, “Printer Commands,” for more information on how to use this command. To set the sensitivity rating for direct thermal media, use the three digit sensitivity rating located on the roll of media or listed in the following table.
Page 84 4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual The following table provides you with both approximate sensitivity settings and settings that can be used for fine-tuning: Media Type 700 Series High Sensitivity Direct Thermal Duratherm Lightning Plus 600 Series Thermal Transfer...
Page 85: Loading The Thermal Transfer Ribbon
5. Wind a few inches of ribbon onto 6. Slide the ribbon clasp over the 7. Engage the printhead by rotating 4100-19 Operating the Printer rotating the head lift lever clockwise to the UP position. ribbon rewinder. ribbon supply hub so that you can...
Page 86: Image Band Setting
The 4100 printer starts imaging a label as soon as it receives the command that selects a format. If the Image Band command is too low, the imaging process is unable to keep up with the print speed, and the printer stops printing and then starts again at the lowest printing speed.
Page 87: Modified Field Reimaging
Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e If the printer aborts the label before it is through printing and attempts to reprint at the slowest (2.5 ips) speed, then the image band setting is too low. Return to the original print speed and increase the original number of image bands (the printer will have set the number of image bands maximum, which is ten).
Page 88: Printing Labels
• Loaded the correct size and type of media into the printer. • Loaded ribbon into the printer if you will be printing in thermal transfer mode. • Lowered the printhead securely into place.
Page 89: Routine Maintenance
Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e Routine Maintenance Routine Maintenance...
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Page 91: About Printer Maintenance
About Printer Maintenance For best performance, clean your 4100 printer on a regular basis, especially if it is exposed to debris. This chapter explains how to maintain the printer and covers the following topics: • Inspecting the printer work environment and system connections •...
Page 92: Inspecting The Printer
Inspecting the Printer Inspect the printer and the rest of your data collection system equipment on a regular basis. Your inspections should include the following steps: • Make sure the printer is properly grounded.
Page 93: Components You Should Maintain
Clean your printer regularly to maintain the quality of your labels and extend the life of your printer. Refer to the illustration of parts to be maintained to locate the parts you should clean on the printer. The optional cutter has not been included in the illustration, however it does need to be cleaned if your printer has one.
Page 94: Lubrication
Printhead Cutter Lubrication All bearings in the 4100 printer are either permanently lubricated or made of low friction plastic and do not require maintenance lubrication. The three slip clutches in the printer are prelubricated and should not require further lubrication. However, if the printer mechanism creates a squeaking or humming noise, contact your Intermec representative for assistance.
Page 95: Cleaning The Media Path
The 4100 printer case may be cleaned with a general purpose cleaner. Do not use abrasive cleansers or solvents. Be sure to clean the transparent panel on the right side of the printer so that the media supply inside is visible when the cover is closed.
Page 96: Cleaning The Printhead
2. Rotate the printhead lift lever clockwise to the UP position. 3. Remove the printhead support plate and ribbon shield from the front of the printer mechanism. They are fastened to the printhead mount by two screws located above the drive roller. This step exposes the front edge of the printhead and the print surface on the bottom of the printhead.
Page 97: Cleaning The Cutter Blades
Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e Cleaning the Printhead Cleaning the Cutter Blades The cutter requires a minimal amount of maintenance. Tools Required: WD-40® or a similar petroleum-based lubricant, silicone- based lubricant, clean cloth or cotton swab. CAUTION Do not use any petroleum-based lubricants on the plastic parts of the cutter mechanism as they can damage the plastic.
Page 98: Adjusting The Printhead Support
The cutter produces dust and paper particles as it operates. Make sure this debris does not build up inside the printer or the cutter mechanism. A small vacuum cleaner or compressed air is effective in removing a buildup of these particles.
Page 99: Adjusting The Printhead Alignment
Printhead Support Adjustment Adjusting the Printhead Alignment The 4100 printer is adjusted at the factory using 4 mil thick label stock. When using heavier tag stock, you may need to adjust the printhead forward. Adjust the horizontal position of the printhead by turning the right and left printhead adjust screws that correspond to the right and left sides of the printhead.
Page 100 4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual To adjust the printhead alignment for a coarse adjustment 1. Loosen the screws that secure the bearing block mounting bracket. 2. Place the alignment plate over the bearing block mounting bracket and insert the upper and lower drive roller bearings into the corresponding holes in the alignment plate.
Page 101: Replacing The Cutter Blade
The cutter blades cannot be sharpened and must be replaced when both cutting edges become dull. Replacement cutter blades are available for purchase from Intermec (Part No. 501137). Tools Required: Phillips screwdriver, straight slot screwdriver, WD-40® or a similar petroleum-based lubricant, silicone-based lubricant, Loctite®...
Page 102 4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual WARNING Turn off the power and disconnect the power cord from the printer before replacing the cutter blades. WARNING AVERTISSEMENT Fermez le courant et déconnectez le cordon d'alimentation avant de remplacer les lames.
Page 103 Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e Step 4 I n t e r m e A Li Step 5 I n t e r m e itt o Blade Screws (six places) Routine Maintenance 4. Rotate the gears so the moving blade is at its highest position.
Page 104 Phillips screw removed earlier. 8. Reconnect the cutter cable plug and power cord. 9. Switch on the printer power. The cutter will cycle and should stop with the blades in the fully down position. The cutter is now ready for use.
Page 105: Replacing The Fuse
6. Press the fuse holder into place and turn it half a turn clockwise or until it stops. 7. Connect the power cord to the printer. 8. Turn on the printer. If it still does not receive power, contact your Intermec representative. Routine Maintenance...
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Page 109: About Troubleshooting
• If there is an error message, find it in the table under “Error Message” in this chapter and follow the instructions. • If the printer does not send an error message to the host, try to locate the symptom in the tables under “Printer Operation Problems” or “Print Quality Problems”...
Page 110: Printer Operation Problems
4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual Printer Operation Problems If your printer is not operating correctly, try locating the problem in the table below: Symptom No power or loss of power Labels stop indexing Printer slows down Media jam occurs...
Page 111: Print Quality Problems
Clean the printhead. See Chapter 4. Dirty media path. Clean the media path. See Chapter 4. Poor quality label or Replace stock with Intermec ribbon stock. Media Products Label and/or ribbon stock. Dirty printhead. Clean the printhead. See Chapter 4.
Page 112: Communication Problems
Syntax Errors The 4100 printer responds to syntax errors in the messages it receives from the host by attempting to execute the commands. It will not ignore a command with a syntax error. Instead, the printer will produce output even if it is erroneous.
Page 113: Image Overrun Errors
Image Overrun Errors Image overrun occurs when a label is too complex to image for a given print speed. An overrun will cause the printer to abort the label being printed. This error is most common on labels over 5 inches long.
Page 114: Error Codes
4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual Error Codes Most of the problems you encounter will cause the 4100 printer to send an error code to the host. When this happens, find the message in the table below and follow the instructions to fix the problem.
Page 115 Check the UDC transmission syntax. The correct syntax is <ESC>u [n] with n ranging from 0 to 99. Allow the printer to empty the buffer contents before sending commands or data. Check for all pairs of field delimiters and make sure both are numeric, or both are alphanumeric.
Page 116: Using Test And Service Mode
4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual Using Test and Service Mode When the 4100 printer is in Test and Service mode, you can print test labels and provide printer hardware diagnostic information to the host. To enter Test and Service mode 1.
Page 117: Cloning
Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e Test and Service DIP Switch Settings O = OFF 1 = ON TESTS Test Prints Configurations Test Labels Page Format Data Line Print Cloning Selective Transfer Receiver Send Pages Send Format Send UDC Send Font Send Configuration...
Page 118: Printing Test Labels
4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual Printing Test Labels The 4100 printer can print a variety of test print labels to provide you with information about the printer’s configuration and about the quality of the printing. To print out a hardware configuration test label 1.
Page 119: Performing Cloning
To perform cloning, you must be aware of these limitations: • You can only clone from like printer to like printer. You cannot clone a 4100 printer to an 86XX or to a 4400. • The sender and receiver printers must be running the same firmware version.
Page 120: Performing Selective Transfer
When you set the printer DIP switches to the setting for Selective Transfer, you also set the printer serial port to 19,200 Baud, even parity, 1 stop bit, and 8 data bits. When you select Selective Transfer, the 4100 printer initiates the data transfer by sending an <ENQ>...
Page 121: Using Memory Reset
3. Power on the printer. The printer is now in Test and Service mode. 4. Set the DIP switches on the sender printer and receiver printer as shown in the Test and Service DIP Switch Settings table earlier in this chapter.
Page 122: Changing Configuration Commands In Test And Service Mode
4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual Changing Configuration Commands in Test and Service Mode Test and Service mode also provides you with an alternative to sending down configuration commands from the host. You can change the following configuration commands by setting the Test and Service mode DIP switches: •...
Page 123: Setting The Number Of Dot Increments
Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e Setting the Number of Dot Increments You can move several configuration commands forward or backward by setting the two banks of DIP switches. Use the top bank of DIP switches to determine whether the movement is forward or backward.
Page 124: Adjusting The Label Rest Point
2. Enable Test and Service mode by moving Switch 8 on the bottom bank of DIP switches to the 1 or on position. 3. Turn on the power to the printer. The printer is now in Test and Service mode.
Page 125: Using 86Xx Emulation Mode
DIP switches to their original settings. Using 86XX Emulation Mode If you are replacing an Intermec 8636 or 8646 printer with a 4100 printer, you can keep your existing network, hardware, software, and label formats by using 86XX Emulation mode. The labels your 4100 printer produces will look just like the ones that your 86XX printer produced.
Page 126 4. Enable Test and Service mode by moving Switch 8 on the Bottom Bank of DIP switches to the 1 or on position. 5. Turn on the power to the printer. The printer is now in Test and Service mode.
Page 127: Forms Adjust
*FORMAT* Leading Edge Direction of media from printer The figure above shows the default X and Y origin. You control the X origin (top of form) with the Test and Service DIP switches or the <SI>F command. You control the Y origin with the DIP switches only.
Page 128: Setting The X Forms Adjust
2. Enable Test and Service mode by moving Switch 8 on the bottom bank of DIP switches to the 1 or on position. 3. Turn on the power to the printer. The printer is now in Test and Service mode.
Page 129: Setting The Y Forms Adjust
2. Enable Test and Service mode by moving Switch 8 on the bottom bank of DIP switches to the 1 or on position. 3. Turn on the power to the printer. The printer is now in Test and Service mode.
Page 130: Using Test And Service Mode Commands
The results of these tests are reported as two-character ASCII codes representing the sensor values. The printer does not use a pass or threshold for these sensor values. The host determines if the output of the printer’s sensors is outside the normal operating range.
Page 131 Command Terminator * The 4100 printer ignores this command Description Causes the printer to exit Test and Service mode. Transmits the average, maximum, and minimum printhead dot resistance value back to the host. Each value is a numeric data string separated by a comma.
Page 132 Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e 4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual 5-26...
Page 133: Designing Labels And Using Commands
Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e Designing Labels and Using Commands Fr Goth Designing Labels and Using Commands...
Page 134 Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e 4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual...
Page 135: Introduction To Label Design
Using Label Formats In order to print a label from the 4100 printer, you must specify a label format and then send data to fill in the appropriate fields in the format.
Page 136 4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual The line breaks in this example are shown for formatting purposes only and do not represent carriage returns. Format <STX><ESC>c<ETX> <STX><ESC>P<ETX> <STX>E4;F4;<ETX> <STX>H0;o120,50;f0;c2;h2;w1;d0,30;<ETX> <STX>B1;o170,220;c0,1;h50;w1;i0;d0,11;p@;<ETX> <STX>R<ETX> Data <STX><ESC>E4<ETX> <STX><CAN><ETX> <STX>THIS IS A SAMPLE LABEL<CR><ETX>...
Page 137 Clears all host-entered data for the current format and sets the field pointer to the lowest field. This is the data for the first field. Instructs the printer to go to the next data entry field. This is the data for this field. Tells the printer to print the label.
Page 138: Communicating With The Printer
To download commands using DOS, you must connect the printer to the serial port on your PC using the correct Intermec cable (see Chapter 2), and you must configure the serial port using the DOS mode command. The DOS Copy and Print commands usually use the hardware flow control (Ready/Busy) communication protocol.
Page 139: Using A Text Editor Or Word Processor To Create Your Label
(filename) com1: Fr Goth Filename is the name of your text file and the printer is hooked to serial port number 1 (COM 1) of your PC. Using the DOS Copy command has the advantages of creating a file that can be stored in the PC and then modified and downloaded several times.
Page 140: Downloading Printer Commands Using Pc Communications Programs Or Host Terminals
In other words, design your formats as combinations of several short command strings rather than one very long one. For example, the following format can be sent to the printer in one of two ways. The first example shows the format organized into several short command strings.
Page 141: Switching Between Print Mode And Program Mode
<ETX> character, it will send either a positive or negative response. Fr Goth If the printer sends a negative response, you only need to retype the line with the mistake in it. In the second example, if the printer sends a negative response or you make a mistake, you will need to retype the entire line.
Page 142: Different Kinds Of Fields
About Bar Code Symbologies Your 4100 printer can print bar codes in a dozen symbologies. To use one in a label design, see “Program Mode Command Descriptions” in Chapter 7 under the c[n][,modifier1][,modifier2] [,modifier 3];...
Page 143 Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e Code 93 Introduced in 1982, Code 93 was specially designed to complement Code 39. Given the correct type of reading equipment, the two alphanumeric codes can Fr Goth be freely mixed throughout a system without changes to any host software. Each Code 93 character has nine modules that may be either black or white.
Page 144 4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual Codabar Originally developed in 1972, Codabar is a numeric symbology most commonly used in libraries, blood banks, and air parcel express applications. Codabar is a self-checking, discrete symbology having 16 characters in its set: the numbers 0 through 9, and the characters $, :, /, ., + and -.
Page 145 Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e Code 128 Code 128 was introduced in 1981 as a very high density, alphanumeric symbology. It is variable length, continuous code that employs multiple Fr Goth element widths. Each Code 128 character has 11 modules which may be either black or white.
Page 146: Character Fields And Fonts
You can print character fields in any one of the printers internal fonts. The 4100 printer contains several resident bitmap fonts. Bitmap fonts are defined as a matrix of dots and blanks. Change the size of the bitmap font (the fonts themselves remain unchanged) by using the width and height magnification or by using the pitch or point size commands.
Page 147: User-Defined Fonts
Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e User-Defined Fonts User-defined fonts (UDFs) can be downloaded to the 4100 printer and stored in the battery backed static RAM. Font ID numbers 3 to 6 and 8 to 19 are reserved Fr Goth for user-defined fonts.
Page 148: Downloading Fonts
<STX>u1,L<DEL>C<ETX> <STX>R<ETX> Downloading Fonts If you have Intermec Label Design software, you can purchase additional bitmap fonts and download them to the 4100. The requirements are that the bitmap fonts should be compatible with Hewlett-Packard Laserjet II For more information on the fonts available and the procedure for downloading them, consult your Label User’s Manual.
Page 149: Lines And Boxes
MAGNUS MANUF BASIS WT. 39- 4838 3844 ROLL WIDTH 536-033 338438 CUSTOMER ORDER NUMBER 372181192 LOAD NUMBER OR TRACKING NUMBER 3392-AZ *INTERMEC *INTERMEC INTERMEC Designing Labels and Using Commands GRADE DESCRIPTION A-PLUS QUAL ROLLS/PKG. ORDER ITEM NUMBER 234-LOFT LOCATION-PACKAGE NUMBER-GRADE...
Page 150: Graphics
One bit per byte is the standard graphics format used for downloading to an Intermec 8636 or 8646 printer. A one bit per byte bitmapped image is an arrangement of 1's and 0's that can look similar to the example below but are usually larger.
Page 151: Downloading One Bit Per Byte Graphics
The 4100 must also be operating in 86XX Emulation mode. The following example is the same bitmap shown on the previous page, but it now includes the commands needed to download it to the printer, and the ones and zeros are now listed one vertical column at a time.
Page 152: Diamond Graphic
Bit 6 (the 7th bit) must always be set to 1 so data can be downloaded to the printer. Bit 7 (the 8th bit) is reserved for parity and compatibility on 7-bit hosts. Graphics like the previous one bit per byte (diamond) bitmap example can be downloaded in six bit per byte format in the following way.
Page 153 6. Translate each eight-digit group into an ASCII character according to the chart in the Appendix and the method you’ll use to download the data. 7. Make sure the printer is in Advanced mode and not in 86XX Emulation mode.
Page 154: Editing Labels And Working With Fields
4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual Editing Labels and Working With Fields The next few sections explain the commands you use to position, size, rotate, and edit label formats. Chapter 7 lists all programming commands. Editing Labels If you make a mistake in a label format, depending on the severity of the mistake, you do not have to redownload the entire format.
Page 155: Deleting Fields
The human-readable fonts and bar code symbologies have default sizes, and the user-defined fields will print as large 3 x 3 inches, but each of these fields can be further scaled by using magnification commands. If your printer contains expansion RAM, you can print fields up to 4 x 4 inches.
Page 156: Magnifying Bar Code Fields
4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual By applying magnification factors (h for height and w for width), you can increase the height or width of a field. If you increase the field height to 2 (h2) for a base size of a field 79 dots wide by 9 dots high, the field height doubles and the final field prints 79 dots long by 18 dots high.
Page 157 To position a field to print 1 inch from the top of your label and approximately 1/2 inch from the left side, the origin command would be o101,203. Note: If you are running the printer in 86XX Emulation mode, the dot sizes will be doubled (101.6 dots per inch or 4 dots per millimeter).
Page 158: Rotating Fields
4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual Rotating Fields To position a rotated field, remember that the field origin remains on the corner where it was before the field was rotated. If a field is rotated 90 degrees counterclockwise, the origin (which used to be at the upper left corner but is now at the lower left corner) is still the origin.
Page 159: Storing Label Formats
RAM. Once a label is stored in the printer, it can be used at any time. You can call it up to print labels, or you call it up in programming mode to modify one or all of the fields.
Page 160: Format Examples
Now that you have learned about the different types of fields that are used to design a label, it is time for a few more practical examples of label designs. Use the following examples to learn more about labels design and the use of printer commands.
Page 161 Define field 2 as a bar code field. Set the origin at coordinates 81,300. o81,300; Set the field rotation to 0 (unrotated). Select Code 39, the printer enters a check digit. c0,1; The field height is 75 dots high. h75;...
Page 162 4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual Command Description The narrowest element is 1 dot wide. No human readable interpretive field will print below the bar code. Data from Print mode, 11 characters long maximum. d0,11; The bar code field will not have a prefix.
Page 163: Example 2
The format example on this page is a complex label designed to demonstrate the Fr Goth different types of data that can be printed by your 4100 printer. This example contains human-readable fields, a bar code field, line fields, a box field, and the diamond graphic field defined earlier in this section.
Page 164 4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual Format for Example 2 <STX><ESC>C<ETX> <STX><ESC>P<ETX> <STX>E5;F5;<ETX> <STX>H0;o35,40;c21;d3,Cat.;k10;<ETX> <STX>H1;o35,70;c21;d3,No.;k10;<ETX> <STX>H2;o165,0;c21;d3,432-3221;k40;<ETX> <STX>H3;o785,40;c21;d3,Std.;k10;<ETX> <STX>H4;o785,70;c21;d3,Qty.;k10;<ETX> <STX>H5;o915,0;c21;d3,100;k40;<ETX> <STX>L6;o740,10;f3;l130;w8;<ETX> <STX>L7;o25,140;l1130;w8;<ETX> <STX>H8;o30,165;c21;f3;r1;d3,Size;k10;<ETX> <STX>H9;o80,170;c0;d3,1 ";k30;<ETX> <STX>H10;o150,165;f3;r1;c0;d3,3/4;h3;w7;<ETX> <STX>L11;o300,140;f3;l130;w8;<ETX> <STX>L12;o25,270;l275;w8;<ETX> <STX>H13;o60,560;f1;c0;d0,20;h3;w2;<ETX> <STX>L14;o140,270;f3;l310;w8;<ETX> <STX>H15;o360,120;c22;d3,DUPLEX ANGLE CONNECTOR;h3;w1;<ETX> <STX>H16;o170,320;c21;d3,- For Flexible Steel Conduit and .375"...
Page 165 Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e The <ETX> and <STX> characters are used to mark the beginnings and ends of the command strings. The other characters are explained in the following table. Fr Goth Command <ESC>C <ESC>P E5;F5;...
Page 166 4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual Command d3,Qty.; k10; o915,0; c21; d3,100; k40; o740,10; l130; o25,140; l1130; o30,165; c21; d3,Size; k10; o80,170; d3,1 "; k30; H10; o150,165; 6-34 Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e Description Defines constant data for field 4.
Page 167 Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e Command d3,3/4; Fr Goth L11; o300,140; l130; L12; o25,270; l275; H13; o60,560; d0,20; L14; o140,270; l310; H15; o360,120; c22; d3,DUPLEX ANGLE CONNECTOR; H16; Designing Labels and Using Commands Description Defines constant data for field 10. Sets the height to three times the original size.
Page 168 4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual Command o170,320; c21; d3,-For Flexible Steel and Conduit and .375" - .625"; k12; H17; o212,375; c21; d3,Diameter Armored and Nonmetallic Sheath Cables; k12; H18; o170,450; c21; d3,-For Smooth or Interlock- Defines constant data for field 18.
Page 169 Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e Command c21; Fr Goth d3,ACE CORP.; k20; H23; o210,670; c21; d3,ADDRESS 3010; k10; H24; o210,710; c21; d3,FICTION USA; k10; B25; o685,615; c0,0; d0,20; h100; I25; L26; o590,580; l175; W27; o015,000; w10; Designing Labels and Using Commands Description Determines that field 22 prints in font 21.
Page 170 This is the data intended for the first data-entry field. <CR> instructs the printer to go to the next data-entry field. Field separator This is the data intended for the next data-entry field.
Page 171: Printer Commands
Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e Printer Commands Printer Commands...
Page 172 Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e 4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual FrGoth...
Page 173: Introduction
Introduction This chapter provides a detailed description of all commands available in the Intermec printer command set. The Intermec printer command set is used with all Intermec printers and includes every command used by the entire product line. Some of the commands are not used with the 4100 printer, but have been included for reference.
Page 174: Summary Of
4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual The following table lists a summary of all commands available in the Intermec printer command set. Each command is described in detail later in this chapter. Summary of the Printer Command Set Function...
Page 175 Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e Summary of the Printer Command Set (Continued) Function Character Rotation or Bar Code Ratio, Define Character Width Magnification, Define Clear All Data Clear Data from Current Field Code 39 Prefix Character, Define...
Page 176 4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual Summary of the Printer Command Set (Continued) Function Field Direction, Define Field Increment, Set Field Origin, Define First Data Entry Field, Select Font, Transmit Font Character Width, Define Font Type, Select Form Feed...
Page 177: Label Rest Point
Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e Summary of the Printer Command Set (Continued) Function Interlabel Ribbon Save, Enable or Disable Interpretive Field, Edit Interpretive Field, Enable or Disable Label and Gap Length, Transmit Label Path Open Value, Transmit*...
Page 178 4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual Summary of the Printer Command Set (Continued) Function Page, Transmit Pitch Label, Print* Pitch Size, Set Point Size, Set Postamble, Set Preamble, Set Print Print Line Dot Count Limit, Set Print Quality Label, Print...
Page 179: Start And Stop Codes (Code 39)
Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e Summary of the Printer Command Set (Continued) Function Ribbon Save Zones, Set Self-Strip, Enable or Disable Start and Stop Codes (Code 39), Print Status Dump Status Enquiry Storage Area Usage, Transmit...
Page 180: Using Printer Commands According To Function
4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual Using Printer Commands According to Function The following commands are grouped according to purpose. In order to perform a specific function, refer to the following lists for the necessary commands. Program Mode Programming...
Page 181: Editing A Bar Code Field
Character Width Magnification, Define Editing a Line Field f Field Direction, Define l Length of Line or Box Field, Define o Field Origin, Define w Width of Line, Box, Bar, or Character, Define Printer Commands 7-43 7-54 7-55 7-58 7-61...
Page 182: Editing A Udc Field
4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual Editing a UDC Field Graphic Type, Select Field Direction, Define Character Height Magnification, Define Field Origin, Define Character Width Magnification, Define Editing a Box Field Field Direction, Define Height Magnification of Bar, Box or UDC, Define...
Page 183: Print Mode
Number of Image Bands, Set <SI> I IBM Language Translation, Enable or Disable 7-35 <SI> i Maximum Label Length, Set <SI> L Printer Language, Select <SI> l Amount of Storage, Define <SI> N Label Retract, Enable or Disable <SI> R Label Retract Distance, Set <SI>...
Page 184: Transmit Commands
4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual <SI> S <SI> s <SI> T <SI> t Transmit Commands <ESC> H <ESC> L <ESC> M <ESC> m <ESC> O <ESC> p <ESC> Q <ESC> u <ESC> v <ESC> x <ESC> y <ESC> Z Protocol Modification Commands <EOT>...
Page 185: Immediate Commands
The following command set is effective in any of the operational modes of the 4100 printer. Use the commands in this set to query the printer about the status of the printer and any print jobs. They also abort print jobs, request error conditions, and reset the printer.
Page 186: Remaining Quantity And Batch Count, Transmit
<DLE> All data and commands in the input buffer are erased upon reset. Causes the printer to upload all current printer status. <VT> The printer status is uploaded in the following order of priority: Buffer already full <GS> Ribbon fault <US>...
Page 187: Status Enquiry
C o d e Status Enquiry Purpose: Syntax: Notes: Printer Commands Transmits the current printer status to the host. <ENQ> The printer status is uploaded in the following order of priority: Buffer already full <GS> Ribbon fault <US> No label stock <EM>...
Page 188: Print Mode Commands
• Print labels • Change printer configuration When you enter data into a format for printing, the printer uses a field pointer to designate the field in the format where the data should print. If a new format is chosen, the field pointer automatically points to the lowest numbered data entry field and continues to point to that field unless a different field or format is selected.
Page 189: 86Xx Emulation Mode, Select
Purpose: Syntax: Notes: Printer Commands Instructs the printer to operate in 86XX Emulation mode. <ESC>c{n} n=1 specifies emulation with 15 mil (0.015 inch) dot size for bar codes only (other fields are in the 10 mil dot size). n=0 specifies 10 mil (0.010 inch) dot size.
Page 190: Batch Count, Set
<US>{n} The range for n is from 1 to 9999. This command causes the printer to make n copies of the same label. The total number of labels printed per print command is equal to the quantity in each batch multiplied by the number of batches.
Page 191: Clear Data From Current Field
Syntax: Configuration Parameters, Transmit Purpose: Syntax: Notes: Syntax: Notes: Printer Commands Deletes data from the current field. <DEL> The field pointer continues to designate the current field even after the data is cleared. Terminates the current command. <NUL> Terminates the current command.
Page 192: Data Shift - International Characters
4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual Data Shift – International Characters Purpose: Syntax: Notes: Field, Select Purpose: Default : Syntax: Notes: Field Decrement, Set Purpose: Default: Syntax: 7-22 Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e FrGoth Allows command characters to be entered as data.
Page 193: Field Increment, Set
This command ensures that data prints in the field with the lowest number if you do not want to specify a data field by its field number. Uploads a font from the printer in the form of commands and data the printer receives to create the font. <ESC>v{n} n is the font ID number.
Page 194: Form Feed
7-24 Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e The data is in the form of the current printer mode (that is Advanced or 86XX Emulation ). Each data byte represents FrGoth 6 bits of the font’s bitmap in Advanced mode or one bit in 86XX Emulation mode.
Page 195: Format, Transmit
All host entered/variable data is cleared from this format. An error code (36) is generated if an invalid format number is entered. Uploads a format from the printer in the form of commands and data the printer uses to create the format. <ESC>x{n} n is the format ID number.
Page 196: Numeric Field Separator
Self-strip n = 5 Ribbon save You cannot have options 1 and 4 installed on the same printer. You can select option 5 simultaneously with either of those options. Selects a page for data entry or printing. <ESC>G{n} The range for n is from 0 to 9.
Page 197: Page, Transmit
All host entered data will be cleared from this page. An error code (36) is generated if an invalid field number is entered. Uploads a page from the printer in the form of commands used to create a format. It also uploads all formats in a page.
Page 198: Program Number, Transmit
4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual Notes: Program Number, Transmit Purpose: Syntax: Notes: Quantity Count, Set Purpose: Default: Syntax: Notes: Start and Stop Codes (Code 39), Print Purpose: Syntax: Notes: 7-28 Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e All previously entered data is lost upon execution of this command.
Page 199: Storage Area Usage, Transmit
ID number. It has a range from 0 to 99. If the printer is in Advanced mode, each data byte represents 6 bits of the graphic bitmap. If the printer is in 86XX Emulation mode, each data byte represents one bit of the graphic image.
Page 200: User-Defined Tables, Transmit
7-30 Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e FrGoth This command causes the printer to upload the user- defined command and protocol tables that the printer receives to download a new command set. <ESC>Z{t} The command table identifier t has the following values:...
Page 201: Configuration Commands
• Set parameters for configuration features • Enable or disable options Some configuration commands only take effect when the printer is reset or the power is cycled. Some commands are effective immediately. If a printer reset is needed, use the warm boot command (<BS>). The reset takes place after all previous commands have been executed.
Page 202: Amount Of Storage, Define
This command is buffered up and is effective upon execution. When this command is executed, all previously stored format, fonts or UDCs are erased, but the printer configuration remains unchanged. <SI>a{n} This command is ignored by the 4100 printer.
Page 203: Auto-Transmit 2, Enable
This command becomes effective upon execution. Enables auto-transmit level 2. <ESC>d At level 2, the printer automatically transmits the status response code <DC1> (room in input buffer). Without auto-transmit enabled, the host must use the <ENQ> or <VT> command to determine the status.
Page 204: Control Panel Access Permission, Set
Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e FrGoth <SI>A{n} This command is ignored by the 4100 printer. Enables or disables the label cutter. The cutter is enabled if n is non-zero. <SI>c{n} The optional cutter must be installed before this command is used.
Page 205: Ibm Language Translation, Enable Or Disable
This feature allows IBM compatible characters to replace standard ASCII characters based on the current printer language. This command overrides the language translation that is based on the current printer emulation. This command is effective upon execution. Sets the intercharacter delay equal to n in milliseconds.
Page 206: Label Rest Point, Adjust
Disables label retract. n=non-zero Enables label retract. If die-cut label stock is selected, the printer determines the retract distance automatically. If continuous label stock is selected, the printer uses the retract distance set by the Set Label Retract Distance (Label Retract Distance, Set) command.
Page 207: Label Stock Type, Select
<SI>L{n} n must be a number from 100 to 4800 in dot increments. To make this command effective, reset the printer or cycle the power after issuing this command. Selects the media sensitivity of the printer. m=420 for direct thermal media...
Page 208: Message Delay, Set
<SI>I{n} n must be a number from 2 to 6 if you have 32K of static RAM in the printer. If you have expanded RAM in the printer, n can range from 2 to 12. This command is effective upon execution.
Page 209: Postamble, Set
Syntax: Notes: Print Speed, Set Purpose: Default: Syntax: Notes: Printer Commands Sets the postamble character to n. n=<NUL> <EOT>{n} When n=<NUL>, no postamble character is sent. n can be any ASCII character. This command is effective upon execution. Sets the preamble character equal to n.
Page 210: Printer Language, Select
4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual Printer Language, Select Purpose: Default: Syntax: Notes: Printhead Pressure, Set Syntax: Notes: Printhead Test Parameters, Set Syntax: Notes: Ribbon Save Zones, Set Purpose: Syntax: 7-40 Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e FrGoth Selects the printer language.
Page 211: Self-Strip, Enable Or Disable
0.895 0.965 1.05 The ribbon save option must be installed or the printer will ignore this command. Setting a ribbon save zone enables ribbon save. Entering no ribbon save zones clears all ribbon save zones within this label. If only one parameter is entered, the command is ignored.
Page 212: Program Mode Commands
<STX><ESC>P<ETX> When you create or edit formats, the printer uses a field pointer to designate the field that is to be modified when the printer is in Program mode. To download commands in Program mode, you must specify the field to be changed. If you do not select a field, the pointer continues to point to the last selected field until a different format or field is selected.
Page 213: Bar Code, Select Type
Notes: c0{,m} Intermec printers support 3 different types of Code 39: 43 character Code 39, full ASCII Code 39, and the 8646 compatible Code 39. The 8646 compatible version only differs from the full ASCII version by four characters. The “$”, “%”, “/”, and “+”...
Page 214 Valid start/stop characters range from “A” to “D” and from “a” to “d”. They can be defined as part of the bar code field or they can be downloaded as part of the print data. Start/stop characters sent down with printer data override the characters defined by the bar code field.
Page 215 UPC version D2 UPC version D3 UPC version D4 UPC version D5 Printer Commands Select Code 128. The default for m1 is 0 (Code 128). The default for m2 is 0 (keep parentheses and spaces). Code 128. Keep parentheses and spaces.
Page 216: Upc
7-46 Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e FrGoth Select UPC/EAN Codes. Printer enters check digit and flag 1 enable. Select UPC/EAN Codes. Printer enters check digit and flag 1 disabled. Select UPC/EAN Codes. Host enters check digit and printer verifies Flag 1 enabled.
Page 217 A square symbol is specified by a height magnification of 250 in emulation mode. Only alphanumeric (0) and numeric (2) modes are supported. Printer Commands Select HIBC Code 39. Primary format. Select HIBC Code 39. Alternate primary format.
Page 218: Bar Code Field, Create Or Edit
4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual POSTNET uses the height (“h”) and width (“w”) commands in the same way as a font. Other symbologies use “h” to specify the bar height and “w” to specify the narrow bar width. POSTNET uses “h” and “w” to magnify the base character cell.
Page 219: Bitmap Cell Height For Graphic Or Udf, Define
Bitmap Cell Height for Graphic or UDF, Define Purpose: Default: Syntax: Notes: Bitmap Cell Width for Graphic or UDF, Define Purpose: Default: Printer Commands Parameters for the default field are: Field origin Field direction 0 degrees Bar code Code 39 Check digits...
Page 220: Bitmap User-Defined Font, Clear Or Define
4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual Syntax: Notes: Bitmap User-Defined Font, Clear or Define Purpose: Syntax: Notes: Border Around Human-Readable Text, Define Purpose: Default: Syntax: Notes: Box Field, Create or Edit Purpose: Default: Syntax: 7-50 Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic...
Page 221: Character Bitmap Origin Offset, Define
Default: Syntax: Notes: Character Rotation or Bar Code Ratio, Define Purpose: Default: Syntax: Printer Commands Parameters for the default field: Field origin Field direction 0 degrees Box length Box height Box width Defines the offset, to the right, of all characters in a font. If...
Page 222: Code 39 Prefix Character, Define
(c1-cn) to be loaded into the table. To change an entry in the table, the entire table must be sent to the printer as a string of ASCII characters in hexadecimal form. Any entry not redefined retains its old value.
Page 223: Current Edit Session, Save
Notes: Printer Commands Saves the current page, format, UDC, or UDF being edited. The printer remains in program mode. The current page, format, UDC, or UDF is automatically saved when a new one is called or when program mode is exited.
Page 224: Field, Delete
4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual Field, Delete Purpose: Default: Syntax: Notes: Field Data, Define Source Purpose: Default: Syntax: 7-54 Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e FrGoth Deletes field n from the format. D{n} n values can range between 0 and 199.
Page 225: Field Direction, Define
Syntax: Field Origin, Define Purpose: Default: Syntax: Printer Commands d3,x; Fixed data x is stored as part of the format and is used every time the current field is printed. The maximum number of characters in a field (including non-printing characters) is 250.
Page 226: Font Character Width, Define
4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual Font Character Width, Define Purpose: Default: Syntax: Notes: Font Type, Select Purpose: Default: Syntax: 7-56 Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e FrGoth Defines the amount of space from the origin of one letter to the origin of the next.
Page 227: Format, Create Or Edit
Syntax: Format Direction in a Page, Define Purpose: Default: Syntax: Printer Commands Use this command to edit or create a format n. A{n}{,name} or F{n}{,name} n is the format ID number. Values can range between 1 and 19. ,name is an optional field. The field can be up to eight ASCII characters, but cannot start with a numeric character.
Page 228: Format Offset Within A Page, Define
4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual Format Offset Within a Page, Define Purpose: Default: Syntax: Format Position From Page, Delete Purpose: Default: Syntax: Format Position in a Page, Assign Purpose: Default: Syntax: Notes: Graphic Type, Select Purpose: Default: 7-58...
Page 229: Graphic Or Udc, Define
Height Magnification of Bar, Box, or UDC, Define Purpose: Default: Syntax: Notes: Printer Commands c{n} Values for n can range between 0 and 99. This applies to a graphic field only. This command maps one column of bitmap for a graphic or a font character.
Page 230: Human-Readable Field, Create Or Edit
4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual Human-Readable Field, Create or Edit Purpose: Default: Syntax: Notes: Intercharacter Space for UDF, Define Purpose: Default: Syntax: Notes: 7-60 Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e FrGoth Use this command to edit or create a human-readable field n.
Page 231: Interpretive Field, Edit
Notes: Length of Line or Box Field, Define Purpose: Default: Syntax: Printer Commands Use this command to edit an interpretive field. I{n} n is the ID number of the corresponding bar code field. The range is from 0 to 199.
Page 232: Line Field, Create Or Edit
Downloads outline font descriptions where n is the information describing all characters within the font. j{font description...} The printer will store the incoming font description into the font selected by the J command. This command is only available with the addition of expanded RAM.
Page 233: Page, Create Or Edit
Syntax: Notes: Point Size, Set Purpose: Default: Printer Commands Use this command to edit or create a page. S{n} n is the numeric page ID. Values for n can range between 1 and 9. The default page cannot be edited. An error code is generated if a page number is out of range.
Page 234: Print Line Dot Count Limit, Set
The printer must be in advanced mode to use this command. Point size equals 1/72 inch. A higher point size means larger characters. This is a null command and is ignored by the printer. v{n} Instructs the printer to exit program mode and enter print mode.
Page 235: User-Defined Font Character, Create
Syntax: Width of Line, Box, Bar, or Character, Define Purpose: Default: Syntax: Printer Commands U{n}{,name} n values can range between 1 and 199. ,name is an optional field. The field can be up to 8 ASCII characters, except a semicolon.
Page 236: Test And Service Mode Commands
Description Transmits the ambient temperature sensor A/D output back to the host. The value ranges from 00 to 255. Causes the printer to begin the printhead resistance test. The printer responds with the ASCII character string "pass" or "fail". Causes the printer to print the pitch label.
Page 237: User-Defined Interface Tables
Printer Commands Description Causes the printer to exit Test and Service mode. Transmits the average, maximum, and minimum printhead resistance value back to the host. Each value is a numeric data string separated by a comma.
Page 238: Print Commands (T=0)
4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual Print Commands (t=0) The following list shows the Print mode commands, in the order they must be downloaded, when you are replacing the command codes. Print Command Description Command Terminator 1 Set Preamble...
Page 239: Escape Print Commands (T=1)
Select 86XX Emulation Mode Enable Auto-Transmit 2 Enable Auto-Transmit 3 Enable Auto-Transmit 1 Disable Auto-Transmit 1, 2 and 3 Transmit Static RAM Usage Transmit Configuration Parameters Transmit User-Defined Characters Transmit Font Transmit Format Transmit Page Printer Commands Default Escape Command (space) 7-69...
Page 240: Shift Print Commands (T=2)
4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual Shift Print Commands (t=2) The following list shows the Shift commands in the order they must be downloaded. These commands must be preceded by the “Go To Shift Command Table” command (default value SI) listed in the table of Print Commands (t=0).
Page 241: Status Responses And Auto-Transmit Commands (T=3)
Label at Strip Pin Take-Up Reel Full No Label Stock Ribbon Fault Room in Buffer Imager Overrun Print Job Complete and Buffer Empty Insufficient RAM Printer Commands Status Command Cutter Busy/Jammed Auto-Transmit 1 Auto-Transmit 1 Auto-Transmit 1 Auto-Transmit 1 Auto-Transmit 1...
Page 242: Protocol Commands (T=4)
4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual Protocol Commands (t=4) The following list contains the protocol codes in the order they must be downloaded. Command Description SELECT IN POLL IN RES IN REQ IN SOM IN EOM IN AFF IN...
Page 243: Communication Protocol Characters
End of Message Out Acknowledgment Out Negative Acknowledgment Out Data Line Escape Out XON Out XOFF Out Status Enquiry In Status Dump In Timeout on EOM ACK Printer Commands Standard XON/XOFF Polling Mode D Multidrop 20 (DEC) (14 Hex) 20(DEC) (14 Hex) 7-73...
Page 244: Printer Functional Boundaries
4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual Printer Functional Boundaries This section defines the boundaries and limits of the printer command set. Each function or feature has a limit that assumes unlimited common memory. Since several functions may compete for common memory, the memory limit may be reached before the functional limit is reached.
Page 245: Appendix
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Page 247: 4100 Printer Specifications
Frequency Fuse breaker Printing Method The 4100 printer is capable of direct thermal (DT) printing, or thermal transfer (TTR) printing using thermal transfer ribbon. Printing Speed Maximum 8.5 inches per second (216 mm per second) Minimum 2.5 inches per second (63.5 mm per second)
Page 248: Media Specifications
4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual Media Specifications Roll Length Width Thickness Core Size Roll Diameter Rewind Capacity Ribbon Specifications Roll Widths Cutter Specifications Media Width Media Length Media Thickness Tray Size Blade Life Environment Operating 40°F to 100°F (4°C to 38°C)
Page 249: Communications
Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e Communications Asynchronous RS-232C, RS-422, and RS-485 interfaces Serial ASCII code Intermec Standard Block Protocol XON/XOFF Protocol Ready/Busy Protocol Polling Mode D Protocol Multi-Drop Protocol Baud Rates: 110, 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200...
Page 250: Factory Defaults
The following table lists the factory default settings for the 4100 printer. You can set these parameters by using downloadable printer commands described in Chapter 7. For information on the printer serial port defaults, which you set by using the rear panel DIP switches, see Chapter 2.
Page 251: Extended Character Sets
C o d e Extended Character Sets The 4100 printer supports two different character sets for its eight resident fonts. One character set supports Advanced mode and the other supports 86XX Emulation mode. The character sets start in the upper left corner of the tables and read from left to right.
Page 252 4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual 86XX Emulation Mode Character Set Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e " & 6 G W g w 8 H X < > N ^ å ö Ä ü ß...
Page 253: International Character Sets
In Advanced mode the international character substitution complies with ISO standards. In 86XX Emulation mode the international character substitution is compatible with Intermec 8636 and 8646 bar code printers. Advanced Mode International Character Set U.S. England...
Page 254 4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual 86XX Emulation Mode International Character Set U.S. England Germany Denmark France Sweden Italy Spain Switzerland A-10 Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e £ § Ä Ö Ü Æ Ø Å...
Page 255: Ascii Translation Table
Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e ASCII Translation Table Binary Char 00000000 00000001 00000010 00000011 00000100 00000101 00000110 00000111 00001000 00001001 00001010 00001011 00001100 00001101 00001110 00001111 00010000 00010001 00010010 00010011 00010100 00010101 00010110 00010111 00011000 00011001 00011010 00011011 00011100...
Page 256: Configuration Parameters Upload
4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual Configuration Parameters Upload Configuration parameters are uploaded in the form of configuration commands that the printer would receive to set those parameters. The commands are concatenated into one command string within a message. The following table lists the order in which the commands are transmitted and the number bytes in each command.
Page 257: 4100 Printer Options
*Only sent if enabled 4100 Printer Options Listed below are some of the options available with the 4100 printer. Consult your Intermec representative for a complete list of options. Each 4100 printer option includes an instruction sheet. Present Sensor/Self-Strip The 4100 printer is mechanically configured for self-strip printing. However, you must have the optional Present Sensor installed to print in Self-Strip mode.
Page 258: Ribbon Save
4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual Ribbon Save The ribbon save option minimizes waste in thermal transfer printing by stopping the stepping of the ribbon through areas of the label that are blank or preprinted. A-14 Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic...
Page 259: Glossary
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Page 261 An optional device for the 4100 printer that cuts individual labels and drops them into a tray. data file The collection of data and printer commands that, when sent to the printer, is merged with a format file to print a label. Glossary...
Page 262 European Article Numbering. A bar code used widely in Europe. Emulation mode An operating mode in which the printer has the operating characteristics of another printer. The 4100 can operate in 86XX Emulation mode which emulates an Intermec 8636 or 8646 printer.
Page 263 The process of generating a picture of the label in printer memory. increment/decrement field Bar code or text fields the printer automatically changes from one label to the next. For example, a batch of labels with serial number text or bar code fields, that change from 001, to 002, to 003, and so on.
Page 264 The distance between the edge of a label and where the printing starts on that label. See also top-of-form. media The label stock on which the printer prints labels. Media can be made of plain paper, polyester, thermally reactive paper, or other materials with adhesive backing.
Page 265 (1) The number of characters printed in one horizontal inch determined by the increment by which the printer platen moves. (2) Rotation of a bar code symbol about an axis parallel to the direction of the bars. point size A unit of measurement for font height;...
Page 266 To move the media to the next label. soft font A file stored in the printer to provide the ability to print text using fonts that are not resident in the printer. standard protocol A communications protocol capable of controlling communications between two devices connected by a single data communication line.
Page 267: User-Defined Fonts
Bar code and text fields that change from one label to the next. XON/XOFF A protocol that stops the host from sending data when the printer buffer fills up and starts it again when the buffer empties. Glossary...
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Page 271 Helvitica condensed 9 pt italic C o d e Symbols 40 Volt supply value command 7-4, 7-67 86XX Emulation mode downloaded fonts 6-15 entering from Test and Service mode 5-19 magnifying bar code fields 6-24 magnifying character fields 6-23 magnifying fonts 6-23 or Advanced mode on power up command 7-4, 7-31 positioning fields 6-25...
Page 272 4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual Cables Intermec 2-18 requirements 2-17 RS-232C schematic 2-18, 2-19 RS-422 schematic 2-19 RS-485 schematic 2-20 schematics 2-18 to 2-21 straight-through schematics 2-20 suggestions 2-21 Character bitmap origin offset define command 7-4, 7-51 fields 6-14...
Page 273 7-7, 7-38 postamble, set 7-8, 7-39 preamble, set 7-8, 7-39 print speed, set 7-8, 7-39 printer language, select 7-8, 7-40 printhead pressure, set 7-8, 7-40 printhead test parameters, set 7-8, 7-40 ribbon save zones, set 7-9, 7-40...
Page 274 7-70 six bit per byte graphics 6-20 status responses 7-71 using a host terminal 6-8 using DOS 6-6 using Intermec Label Design 6-6 using PC communications programs 6-8 using the printer command set 6-6 Drive roller cleaning 4-6...
Page 275 Y forms adjust 5-23 Front control panel components 3-4 operating 3-4 Front panel cover description 1-5 Functional boundaries of the printer 7-74 Fuse replacing 4-17 Gap sensor. See Label gap sensor Graphic creating and downloading 6-20 define graphic or UDC command 7-6, 7-59...
Page 276 4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual one bit per byte 6-18 select type command 7-6, 7-58 six bit per byte 6-20 Height command using to magnify bar code fields 6-24 Height magnification of bar, Box, or UDC define command 7-6, 7-59...
Page 277 7-11 Lines and boxes on labels 6-17 Load command tables 7-52 Loading media batch take-up printing 3-10, 3-11 during printer installation 1-15 fanfold printing 3-12 overview 3-5 self-strip printing 3-8, 3-9 straight-through printing 3-6, 3-7 Magnification in 86XX Emulation mode 6-23...
Page 278 4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual Memory expansion 5-7, 6-27 insufficient memory errors 5-7 reset Test and Service mode 5-15 Message delay set command 7-7, 7-38 Modem installation 2-7 straight-through cable 2-20 Modified field reimaging 3-19 Multi-Drop network 2-3...
Page 279 3-4 front view 1-6 functional boundaries 7-74 installation 2-3 opening 3-4 packing list 1-13 specifications A-3 to A-14 unpacking 1-13 Printer case cleaning 4-7 Printer commands according to function 7-10 downloading 6-6 with DOS 6-6 Printer communication troubleshooting 5-6...
Page 280 7-9, 7-65 Program number transmit command 7-8, 7-28 Programming 7-10 Protocol commands 7-72 Protocol modification commands 7-14 Protocols communication 2-10 communication protocol characters 7-73 Intermec standard 2-11 Polling Mode D 2-12 Quantity count set command 7-8, 7-28...
Page 281 2-8 description 2-17 DIP switches 2-8 Shift commands 7-70 Specifications operating 1-12 printer features and capabilities A-3 to A-14 Standard communication protocol 2-11 Start and stop codes (Code 39) print command 7-9, 7-28 Status dump 7-9, 7-16 enquiry 7-9, 7-17...
Page 282 4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual enter command 7-9, 7-29 entering 5-10 exit command 7-9 forms adjust 5-21 label rest point adjusting 5-18 memory reset 5-15 printing configuration test labels 1-18, 5-12 selective transfer 5-14 test print labels 5-12...

Intermec EasyCoder 4100 User Manual

Before You Begin

Getting Started

Introduction to the 4100 Printer

Unpacking the 4100

Preparing the Printer for Installation

Installing the Printer

About Printer Installation

Preparing for Installation

Connecting the Printer to the Host

Configuring the Serial Port

Connecting the Printer to a Network

Choosing the Correct Cable

Operating the Printer

About Printer Operation

Opening and Closing the Printer

Using the Front Control Panel

Loading Media into the Printer

Adjusting the Label Gap Sensor

Setting Media Sensitivity

Loading the Thermal Transfer Ribbon

Image Band Setting

Printing Labels

Routine Maintenance

About Printer Maintenance

Inspecting the Printer

Components You Should Maintain

Cleaning the Printer

Adjusting the Printhead Support

Adjusting the Printhead Alignment

Replacing the Cutter Blade

Replacing the Fuse

About Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Checklist

Printer Operation Problems

Print Quality Problems

Communication Problems

Error Handling

Error Codes

Using Test and Service Mode

Changing Configuration Commands in Test and Service Mode

Using Test and Service Mode Commands

Designing Labels and Using Commands

Introduction to Label Design

Using Label Formats

Communicating with the Printer

Creating Label Design Components

Editing Labels and Working with Fields

Format Examples

Printer Commands

Introduction

Command Set Summary

Using Printer Commands According to Function

Immediate Commands

Print Mode Commands

Configuration Commands

Quick Links

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