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Page 1 Meto mi-4 Label and Tag Printer Extended Operating Manual...
Page 2 Copyright Information: CG Triumvirate is a trademark of Agfa Corporation. CG Times based upon Times New Roman under license from the Monotype Corporation. Firmware (Software) Agreement The enclosed Firmware (Software) resident in the Printer is owned by Licensor or its suppliers and is licensed for used only on a single printer in the user s Trade or Business.
Page 3 Agency Compliance and Approvals: UL1950 Information Technology Equipment C22.2 No. 950-M93 Listed EN60950 For 230 Volt Operation (Europe): Use a cord set, marked "HAR," consisting of a min H05VV-F cord which has a minimum 0.75 square mm diameter conductors, provided with an IEC 320 receptacle and a male plug for the country of installation rated 6A, 250V Für 230 Volt (Europa): Benützen Sie ein Kabel, das mit "HAR"...
Page 4 Important Safety Instructions: This unit has been carefully designed to provide years of safe, reliable performance; however, as with all electrical equipment, there are some basic precautions you should take to avoid hurting yourself or damaging the printer: ¾ Before using the printer, carefully read all the installation and operating instructions.
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Printer Overview 1.0 About this Printer .............. 1 1.0.1 Standard Features..........2 1.0.2 Optional Features ..........3 1.1 Option Installation ............. 6 Getting Started 2.0 Unpacking the Printer............8 2.0.1 Inspection............. 9 2.0.2 Additional Requirements ........9 2.1 Media and Ribbon Selection ........... 10 2.1.1 Print Quality Controls ........
Page 8 4.1 Navigating the Menu System .......... 30 4.1.1 Media Settings ........... 33 4.1.2 Print Control ............34 4.1.3 Printer Options ........... 36 4.1.4 System Settings..........39 4.1.5 Communications ..........48 4.1.6 Diagnostics............52 4.2 Understanding the Display Messages......53 4.2.1 The User Prompts and Condition Messages ..53 4.3 Printing from the Quick Test Mode.........
Page 10 Troubleshooting 6.0 General Troubleshooting..........93 6.1 Fault and Warning Messages........... 97 6.2 Hex Dump Mode ............104 Specifications 7.0 Printer Specifications ............ 105 Appendix A ASCII Control Code Chart............ 109 Appendix B Available Fonts and Bar Codes..........111 Appendix C Module Assignments ............
Page 14: About This Printer
1 1 1 1 1.0 About this Printer mi-4 Series printer mi-4 Series Congratulations on your purchase of a . The hereafter referred to as ‘the printer’, blends the rugged durability of solid die- cast construction with state-of-the-art electronics and user-friendly features to redefine the standard in industrial thermal printers.
Page 15: Standard Features
Media Tear Bar Fan-fold media capability Flash memory SDRAM 16MB 16MB 16MB 16MB RS-232 interface port IEEE 1284 Compliant parallel interface port Liquid Crystal Display EFIGS (multi-language display and configuration label support) AGFA Scalable font engine Printhead Resistance Verification mi-4 Series...
Page 16: Optional Features
¾ Time and date calendar (Real Time Clock) function for label time-stamping. This optional memory feature can also be included: ¾ 8MB Flash memory expansion for graphics and/or additional fonts including International Language Printing Capability (ILPC). *Not available for the mi-4206 model. mi-4 Series...
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Page 18 System/3X Twinax host system or 3270-type host system. Cable included. ILPC – CG Times ™ Firmware The printer’s firmware can be upgraded to include the ILPC CG Times™ font. This supports the Enhanced Language Code Pages. *Not available for the mi-4206 and mi-4208 models. mi-4 Series...
Page 19: Option Installation
Font Expansion Card Certified Technician Internal Rewind Operator I/O Expansion Card Certified Technician LAN Interface Certified Technician Peel and Present Mechanism Operator Present Sensor Operator RS-422 Serial Interface Certified Technician Thermal Transfer Assembly Operator Twinax/Coax Interface Certified Technician mi-4 Series...
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Page 21: Unpacking The Printer
Place the printer in an upright position and remove the packing foam, plastic bag, and tape. ; Note: It is a good idea to save the carton and packaging materials in the event that future shipment is required. mi-4 Series...
Page 22: Inspection
The following items are necessary to produce labels. Contact your dealer or a customer support representative for advice on which media and software may best suit your needs. ¾ A serial or parallel interface cable (see Section 3.0.1) ¾ Applicable media (see Section 2.1) ¬ Applicable software mi-4 Series...
Page 23: Media And Ribbon Selection
• The first is the ‘Media Type’ menu setting, which should be set to match the media being used (i.e., when printing with ribbon use the thermal transfer setting). (Continued next page) mi-4 Series...
Page 24 2 - 8 Medium High Paper, Tag Stock, Some Synthetics, Films Synthetics, Films Resin 4 - 6 High High *Values given in inches per second (IPS) **For optimum print quality at speeds above 10 IPS these are highly recommended. mi-4 Series...
Page 25: Installing The Printer
Connect the AC power cord to the receptacle located on the back of the printer, then plug the cord into a properly grounded outlet. For ease of connectivity, the standard printer can be connected to the Host Computer though the Parallel or Serial Interface, as described in Section 3.0.1. mi-4 Series...
Page 26: Communications Interfacing
In addition to these settings, the serial interface cable must a have specific pin configuration (pin-out) for proper data exchange. The different serial cables, their respective pin configurations, suggested applications and part numbers are shown on the next page (contact your reseller for ordering information). mi-4 Series...
Page 27 The diagram above is provided only as Cable used for connection to a PC a reference. compatible with DB25 *This is an optional interface; however, mi-4206 communication ports. Flow control it is unavailable for the mi-4206 can be either Xon/Xoff or CTS/DTR. models. mi-4 Series...
Page 28: Loading Media
Store the removed hub in a safe place for future use. Depending upon the type of media and printer options, several loading configurations are possible. All methods are detailed in the following subsections. mi-4 Series...
Page 29: Roll Media
If you are printing with thermal transfer media, see Section 3.3 for ribbon loading instructions. If you have a thermal transfer printer but will be printing on direct thermal labels, see Section 4.1.1 for instructions to select direct thermal media in the Media Settings menu. mi-4 Series...
Page 30: Fan-Fold Media
If you are printing with thermal transfer media, see Section 3.3 for ribbon loading instructions. If you have a thermal transfer printer but will be printing on direct thermal labels, see Section 4.1.1 for instructions to select direct thermal media in the Media Settings menu. mi-4 Series...
Page 31: Loading The Internal Media Rewinder
If installed, remove the Rewind Retainer and Media Clip from the Media Rewind Hub. r With media loaded as described in Section 3.1, press the FEED key to advance approximately 20 inches (51 cm) of media. (Continued next page) mi-4 Series...
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Page 33 4 seconds to secure the backing material and calibrate the TOF. Removal: Remove the Rewind Retainer and Media Clip. Grasp the end of the hub. While pulling outwardly, squeeze the hub together to collapse it and slide off the wound labels. mi-4 Series...
Page 34: Winding With The Peel And Present Option
Remove all labels from the Backing Material. p Route the Backing Material through the Roller Bracket as shown. Raise the Roller Bracket up to its latched position. (Continued next page) mi-4 Series...
Page 35 ; Note: After loading media, enable the Present Sensor for on-demand printing (see Section 4.1.3). Removal: Remove the Rewind Retainer and Media Clip. Grasp the hub. Pull the hub outward and squeeze to collapse it. Now slide off the backing material. mi-4 Series...
Page 36: Loading Ribbon
Section 5.1 for details. Removal: Pull the empty core from the Ribbon Supply Hub and discard it. Grasp the Ribbon Take-Up Hub. Pull the hub outward and squeeze to collapse it. Now pull off the used ribbon. mi-4 Series...
Page 37 ; Note: Ribbon rolls are available with ink layer wound either “coating side in” or “coating side out”. Directional arrows near the Ribbon Supply Hub determine the correct coating configuration for use in the printer. ‘Coating Side In’ Routing Path ‘Coating Side Out’ Routing Path mi-4 Series...
Page 38: Operating The Front Panel
(soft reset). The MENU key toggles between the Ready and Menu Modes. In the Ready mode, pressing and holding 4 seconds will change the display contrast. The TEST key enters (or exits) the Quick Test Menu. mi-4 Series...
Page 39: Menu Mode: Configuration
(selection is indicated with an ‘*’ or ‘§’ for “bootables” which require a reset to become effective). also moves between selections in multiple parameter fields. The ESCAPE key moves to the previous menu level, and finally back to the READY mode. mi-4 Series...
Page 40: Quick Test Mode: Print Test Labels
During test label printing, this key can also perform as a cancel key (the printer will prompt for confirmation before cancellation occurs). ; Notes: The test functions are disabled while processing data from communications interfaces until the Host Timeout value expires. mi-4 Series...
Page 41: Indicator Lights
Time and Date option. • A label counter during a batch print job. • Any prompt, condition, downloading, warning, or fault message. • The Menu System when in the Menu Mode. mi-4 Series...
Page 42: Resetting The Printer
‘SYSTEM RESET’ message flashes. ; Note: After executing a Level 2 Reset, the ribbon and media calibrations must be performed; see Sections 5.1 and 5.2. See Section 4.1 for a listing of the factory default settings. mi-4 Series...
Page 43: Navigating The Menu System
‘—’ symbol. Selections denoted with the ‘♦’ symbol can only be changed through the menu system - all other selections can be overridden by host software commands. Consult the Programmer’s Manual for specific information. (Continued next page) mi-4 Series...
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Page 45 You are now exiting the Menu Mode, but SAVE CHANGES? have made changes to the printer’s settings. ENTER = YES Pressing ENTER will reconfigure your printer according these changes; otherwise, printer will revert previously saved settings. mi-4 Series...
Page 46: Media Settings
SENSOR LEVELS Sets threshold values for the media sensor parameters. Manual entry paper, gap/mark, and empty thresholds. SENSOR GAIN Observe A/D reading and set SENSOR GAIN. Adjusts the sensitivity of the sensor for custom label stock. mi-4 Series...
Page 47: Print Control
If a quantity of more than one label is printed without a present sensor enabled, or if the present distance is set to zero, the printer will operate without reversing. (Continued next page) mi-4 Series...
Page 48 COLUMN OFFSET setting; see Appendix C. PRESENT ADJUST Adjusts the label stopping position in dots to XXX DOTS (0-128) fine-tune the PRESENT DISTANCE setting; see Appendix C. mi-4 Series...
Page 49: Printer Options
(The physical presence of the Present Sensor must be detected to show the ENABLE/DISABLE selections.) ENABLED Enables the sensor for on-demand printing. —DISABLED Disables the sensor. NOT INSTALLED No sensor is detected. mi-4 Series...
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Page 51 Used to cut media into separate labels. (The physical presence of a cutter must be detected to show the ENABLE/DISABLE selections.) ENABLED Enables the cutter for label cutting. —DISABLED Disables the cutter. NOT INSTALLED No cutter is detected. mi-4 Series...
Page 52: System Settings
Japanese Industry Standard SHIFT JIS Shift Japanese Industry Standard Extended UNIX Code —UNICODE Unicode (including Korean) Government Bureau Industry Standard; Chinese (PRC) BIG 5 Taiwan encoded TIME AND DATE Allows the user to set Time and Date. (Continued next page) mi-4 Series...
Page 53 ‘§’ symbol. A ‘•’ symbol next to the printed item indicates that it was changed via the host but not saved in non-volatile memory. mi-4 Series...
Page 54 The application version may only be CODE updated with a configuration level of equal lesser value than software compatibility level; however, the printer’s software compatibility level increased by purchasing and entering the proper upgrade code here. (Continued next page) mi-4 Series...
Page 55 SINGLE LABEL The printer images the next label only after the previous label has been successfully printed; this single processing provides more accurate time-stamps with a minor cost to label throughput. (Continued next page) mi-4 Series...
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Page 57 Selects the measurement system in which the system’s settings are represented in the menu system and on configuration labels. METRIC Metric standard: Lengths in millimeters; Counters in centimeters. —IMPERIAL Inch standard: Lengths and Counters given in inches. (Continued next page) mi-4 Series...
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Page 59 203 or 300 DPI printer. —DISABLED Label formats interpreted intended for 600 DPI. 300 DOTS PER INCH Label formats interpreted intended for 300 DPI. 203 DOTS PER INCH Label formats interpreted intended for 203 DPI. (Continued next page) mi-4 Series...
Page 60 Selects the language in which the menu system messages and configuration label are shown. Only languages that are resident will be available. —ENGLISH English FRENCH French ITALIAN Italian GERMAN German SPANISH Spanish USER DEFINED User defined, downloaded language(s). mi-4 Series...
Page 61: Communications
Sets the number of stop bits —1 One stop bit Two stop bits SERIAL PORT B♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ Same as Serial Port A, for optional wireless connection. If not installed, this displays “NOT INSTALLED” when accessed. (Continued next page) mi-4 Series...
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Page 63 = @; Hex 1B = ESC; Hex 0x7C = Carriage Return ALTERNATE CODES 3 Hex 5E = SOH command; Hex 23 = STX command; count-by = @; Hex 1B = ESC; Hex 0x0D = Carriage Return (Continued next page) mi-4 Series...
Page 64 Allows the user to disable the DPL speed commands (Print, Feed, and Reverse). —ENABLED Normal printer operating mode. DISABLED DPL speed commands are ignored. The print, feed and backup speeds are controlled via the menu setting (see Print Control, Section 4.1.2). mi-4 Series...
Page 65: Diagnostics
RIBBON SENSOR LIMITS Displays ribbon sensor ADC low and high values used for motion detection. A Level 2 reset is required to change these values. RIBBON ADC LOW HIGH Approximate default values are shown here (actual values will vary). mi-4 Series...
Page 66: Understanding The Display Messages
Security protection is You are attempting to enter " ;;;; enabled on the printer. Menu Mode; however, a Provide the correct password entry is required user-definable for access. password to proceed. (Continued next page) mi-4 Series...
Page 67 ; Note: If changes have Pressing ‘ENTER’ been made that require a will save these reset, the printer will changes; if not, the automatically invoke that printer will revert to reset. previously saved settings. (Continued next page) mi-4 Series...
Page 68 Occurs when the user soft reset condition. resets the printer via the host or Front Panel. The media calibration Perform calibration. See " #" is not set. Section 5.2. mi-4 Series...
Page 69: Printing From The Quick Test Mode
These can be used to ensure conformance, as well as aesthetics. To print a Print Quality Label: n Press the key. o Use the key to scroll to ‘Print Quality Label’. p Use the key to select a quantity; see Section 4.0.3. q Press the key to start printing. mi-4 Series...
Page 70: Configuration Label
2 inches wide (51mm) and the Label Width setting must match the width of the media being used (see Section 4.1.2). To print a Configuration Label: Press the key. o Use the key to scroll to ‘Print Configuration’. p Press the key to start printing. mi-4 Series...
Page 71: Quick Ribbon Test Label
To print a Quick Ribbon Test Label: n Press the key. o Use the key to scroll to ‘Ribbon Test Label’. p Use the key to select a quantity; see Section 4.0.3. q Press the key to start printing. mi-4 Series...
Page 72: Dot Test Pattern Label
Section 4.0.3. q Press the key to start printing. Good Test Pattern Label: Even pattern consistency indicates the printhead is operating normally. Faulty Test Pattern Label: Streaks indicate a dirty or faulty printhead. Section 5.5.1 for cleaning instructions. mi-4 Series...
Page 73: Validation Label
This label is recalled from the print buffer and can be any of the Quick Test labels, a label format from the host, or a label format recalled from a memory module. mi-4 Series...
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Page 75: Media Sensor Adjustment
Mark over the label’s TOF mark (see drawing next page) by grasping and moving the Slide Tab ‘in’ or ‘out’. p Lower the printhead by rotating the Printhead Latch to the locked position. Close the Access Cover. (Continued next page) mi-4 Series...
Page 76 4 seconds) to set the TOF; see Section 5.1. If ‘Uncalibrated’, ‘Top of Form Fault’, or ‘Position Error’ is displayed go to Section 5.2. ; Note: Changes to the start of print position can be made using the Print Control/Row Adjust or Row Offset (see Section 4.1.2). mi-4 Series...
Page 77: Positioning Calibration
Sensor readings are displayed to provide an indication of the sensor’s best position over the media, a position that becomes critical when using reflective or notched stock with a small TOF mark. mi-4 Series...
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Page 79 Use See Section J " key to scroll 4.1.1 for to the desired sensor type details. and press the The enabled to enable the selection. selection will be indicated with an * (Continued next page) mi-4 Series...
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Page 81 " ]<<<_ Ensure no label media is in parameter for the Media Sensor then press the ‘out of any key. stock’ condition. Where ‘yyy’ is a numerical value representing the current sensor reading. (Continued next page) mi-4 Series...
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Page 83 Step 10. adjust the Sensor Eye Mark over the black mark. Press any key to continue. ; Note: After the Media Sensor has been adjusted, do not readjust the position. (Continued next page) mi-4 Series...
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Page 85 Press and hold the FEED key, approximately 4 seconds, to calibrate the label position. 13 The printer is now ready to begin printing. " mi-4 Series...
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Page 87: Calibration Problems
Ensure that no labels are stuck in the media sensor. Retry calibration. If the problem persists, call for service. When in reflective mode – REFLECTIVE MODE will be displayed instead of GAP MODE. mi-4 Series...
Page 88: Preprinted Labels
" See Section Press the key to enter " 4.0.2 for details. Menu Mode. Raise the printhead assembly for visual access to the Media Sensor and media. (Continued next page) mi-4 Series...
Page 89 HQ L TRI Eye Mark. Number. Press the key to select the new setting and then record the sensor reading (the ‘yyy’ value). Repeat this process for each of the Gain Numbers. These are the Label Values. (Continued next page) mi-4 Series...
Page 90 Number. Press the key to select the new setting and then record the sensor reading (the ‘yyy’ value). Repeat this process for each of the Gain Numbers, recording each value. These are the TOF Values. (Continued next page) mi-4 Series...
Page 91 Example from the data compiled in the table above: Gain Algorithm Number 8 should be used because it has the highest difference value (146) where both the Label Value and the TOF Value is above 20. (Continued next page) mi-4 Series...
Page 92 “G” or “M” (gap or mark, respectively). p Remove all media. Record the sensor reading and label it “E”. 14 Press the key. And " " then press the key. (Continued next page) mi-4 Series...
Page 93 ^ Mode, press then press the and hold the to save the settings and FEED key, return to the Main Menu approximately and Ready Mode. 4 seconds, to calibrate the label position. mi-4 Series...
Page 94: Printhead Adjustments
(see note below). ; Note: An incorrect cam adjustment (too little) can cause ribbon wrinkling and label tracking problems, in addition to excessive Platen Roller and Printhead wear. mi-4 Series...
Page 95: Burn Line Adjustment
The label should look light and uneven. q Tighten the Locking Screws just until they are ‘snug’– tight enough to remove any play in the printhead assembly, yet loose enough to allow the Adjustment Screws to move the printhead. (Continued next page) mi-4 Series...
Page 96 Tighten the Locking Screws. Print a final Quick Test label to verify the adjustment. ; Note: When the Locking Screws are ‘snug’, turning the Adjustment Screws counter-clockwise will not move the printhead outward. If you have adjusted the printhead too far inward, restart the entire procedure. mi-4 Series...
Page 97: Printhead Replacement
Printhead Mounting Screw. (Do not over- tighten this screw.) u Clean the Printhead; see Section 5.5.1. v Reload ribbon, if removed. Lower and rotate the Printhead Latch to the locked position. Plug in and turn ‘On’ the printer. mi-4 Series...
Page 98: Cleaning Schedule
Compressed air, isopropyl alcohol if needed. Monthly or as Sensor Remove all build-up. needed. Interior Soft-brush or compressed air. Remove all build- As needed. up. See Section 5.5.3. Exterior Mild detergent. Remove all build-up. See As needed. Section 5.5.3. mi-4 Series...
Page 99: Cleaning The Printhead
Replace the ribbon and media. Lower and rotate the Printhead Latch to the locked position. r Close the cover. Plug in and turn ‘On’ the printer. Feed several labels to normalize tracking. NEVER use a sharp object to clean the Printhead. CAUTION mi-4 Series...
Page 100: Cleaning The Platen Roller
Lower the Printhead Assembly and lock the Printhead Latch. s Close the access cover. Plug in and turn ‘On’ the printer. Feed several labels to normalize tracking. NEVER use a sharp object to clean the Platen Roller. CAUTION mi-4 Series...
Page 101: Cleaning Interior And Exterior Surfaces
Proceed with the printer update accordingly: If the current application version is 2.091 or greater, refer to Section 5.6.1 or Section 5.7.2. If the current application version is 2.08 or less, start with Section 5.6.2. mi-4 Series...
Page 102: Updating From The Ready Mode
No action required. The new application is now " running. ; Note: If ‘Uncalibrated’ or ‘Position Fault’ is displayed, the printer will have to be calibrated (see Section 5.2). mi-4 Series...
Page 103: Updating From The Download Mode
Upon completion, the printer will automatically reset, starting the new application; however, before continuing, the printer must be re- calibrated; see Section 5.2. *This can also be used as an alternate download method for all other version levels. mi-4 Series...
Page 104: Application Update Problems
• An invalid or corrupted file was downloading; try saving the file to the host and then download again. • A communications error. Recheck cabling and port setting. Reserved for future use. If this message is " " "" consistent, call for service. mi-4 Series...
Page 105: Updating The Boot Loader Program
No action required. The printer has reset USRS TOQU QXPSWPSQQQ automatically. No action required. The new application is now running. " ; Note: If ‘Uncalibrated’ or ‘Position Fault’ is displayed, the printer will have to be calibrated (see Section 5.2). mi-4 Series...
Page 106: General Troubleshooting
• If using the serial port for communicating, check both the host and printer port configuration; the printer may be set for 8 data bits while the host is set for 7 bits (or vice versa). (Continued next page) mi-4 Series...
Page 107 Check your software program label size or check the values in the menu for Print Control / Column Offset and Print Control / Custom Adjustments / Column Offset; see Section 4.1.2. (Continued next page) mi-4 Series...
Page 108 Front Panel. • The media/ribbon combination may be incorrect. Contact a Media Representative. • The printhead or printhead cable(s) may be loose; power ‘Off’ and reconnect; see Section 5.4 for cable locations. (Continued next page) mi-4 Series...
Page 109 • The characters may be formatted outside Unable to print rotated text: label dimensions. Ensure row/column values provide enough room for the height of the characters or bar code to be printed. See the Programmer’s Manual for details. mi-4 Series...
Page 110: Fault And Warning Messages
Carefully examine the cutter for obstructions. The printer has Try cycling the printer power " " detected a Direct ‘Off’ and ‘On’. If the fault Memory Access does not clear, call for failure. service. (Continued next page) mi-4 Series...
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Page 112 The system has Try cycling the printer " " detected a RAM power ‘Off’ and ‘On’. If the failure. fault does not clear, call for service. (Continued next page) mi-4 Series...
Page 113 The printer has Turn ‘Off’ the printer until " " shutdown to allow cool to prevent permanent the printhead damage due to an excessive temperature to printhead temperature. cool. (Continued next page) mi-4 Series...
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Page 115 The printer has Try cycling the printer power SU " detected a drop in ‘Off’ and ‘On’. If the fault the 24-volt power does not clear, call for supply. service. mi-4 Series...
Page 116 Ribbon will soon Replace ribbon when ## need replacement. needed. The printer was If the condition persists, " " unable to save possible faulty Main PCB. settings in Call for service. permanent memory. (Continued next page) mi-4 Series...
Page 117: Hex Dump Mode
Contact a our Technical Support Representative with any questions. ; Note: To exit the hex dump mode, re-enter the Diagnostics Menu and disable the Hex Dump Mode, exit the menu, then save the changes to return to the ‘READY’ mode. mi-4 Series...
Page 118: Printer Specifications
90 – 132 or 180 – 264 VAC @ 47–63 Hz, auto- ranging. Power Consumption: Typical Operating: 90 Watts / Standby: 10 Watts Grounding: Unit must be connected to a properly grounded receptacle. *Requires application program version 3.16 or greater. mi-4 Series...
Page 119 Thermistor Sensor. Temporary shutdown of Type: printing occurs upon over-temperature detection; printing resumes automatically after cool-down. Maximum Print Width: 4.10” (104.0 mm) mi-4206, mi-4208, mi-4212 mi-4308 4.16” (105.7 mm) mi-4406 4.10” (104.0 mm) mi-4604 4.16” (105.7 mm) (Continued next page) mi-4 Series...
Page 120 Ribbon Length:** 1968’ (600 meters) maximum *Labels wound out only. **Coated side in or out depending upon the Ribbon Supply Hub in the printer; the ribbon width to slightly exceed label width (including backing material). (Continued next page) mi-4 Series...
Page 121 For a current list of approved media and ribbons for use in direct thermal and thermal transfer applications contact your Media Representative. Consult Section 2.1 for an overview of the different media and ribbon types. mi-4 Series...
Page 122: Ascii Control Code Chart
Ctrl O Ctrl P Ctrl Q Ctrl R Ctrl S Ctrl T Ctrl U Ctrl V Ctrl W Ctrl X Ctrl Y Ctrl Z Ctrl [ Ctrl \ < Ctrl ] Ctrl ^ > Ctrl _ (Continued next page) mi-4 Series...
Page 124: Available Fonts And Bar Codes
32, 35-38, 40-58, 65-90, 128, 142-144, 146, 153, 154, 156, 157, 165, 168, 225 32-126 32, 48-57, 60, 62, 67, 69, 78, 83, 84, 88, 90 32-126, 128-169, 171-173, 181-184, 189, 190, 198, 199, 208-216, 222, 224- 237, 241, 243, 246-250 mi-4 Series...
Page 125 The table below lists the font sizes; the numbers indicate the number of dots. Font Height Width Spacing Font 0: 96-character alphanumeric, Font 1: 145-character upper and upper and lower case. lower case alphanumeric with descenders and ascenders. Font 2: 138-character alphanumeric, Font 3: 62-character alphanumeric, upper and lower case. uppercase. mi-4 Series...
Page 126 Font 4: 62-character alphanumeric, Font 5: 62-character alphanumeric, uppercase. uppercase. Font 6: 62-character alphanumeric, uppercase. mi-4 Series...
Page 127 Font 7: OCR-A, size I. Font 8: OCR-B, size III. Font 9: Internal Triumvirate font. The number in the bar code height field sets the point sizes. Larger point sizes can be obtained by increasing the height and width multipliers. mi-4 Series...
Page 128 Varies 45, 48-57 DataMatrix Varies All 8-bit values QR Code – Auto format Varies Alphanumeric QR Code – Manual format Varies Single byte or Kanji double byte Aztec* Varies MicroPDF417* Varies *Requires application program version 3.16 or greater. mi-4 Series...
Page 129 Bar Code C: UPC-E Bar Code E: Code 128 Bar Code F: EAN-13 Bar Code H: Health Industry Bar Code (HBIC) Bar Code G: EAN-8 Bar Code I: Codabar Bar Code J: Interleaved 2 of 5 w/modulo 10 checksum mi-4 Series...
Page 130 Bar Code M: 2 Digit UPC addendum Bar Code N: 5 Digit UPC addendum Bar Code p: Postnet Bar Code O: Code 93 Bar Code Q: UCC/EAN Code 128 Bar Code R: UCC/EAN Code 128 KMART NON EDI mi-4 Series...
Page 131 Bar Code S: UCC/EAN Code 128 Random Weight Bar Code v: FIM Bar Code u: UPS MaxiCode Bar Code WG: USD-8 Bar Code z: PDF-417 Bar Code W1c: DataMatrix Bar Code W1d: QR Code Bar Code W1z: MicroPDF417 Bar Code W1f: Aztec mi-4 Series...
Page 132: Appendix C Module Assignments
Inches Millimeters mi-4206, mi- 203 dots/inch 4.10 4.10 4208, & mi- (8 dots/mm) 4212 mi-4308 300 dots/inch 4.16 105.7 4.16 (11.8 dots/mm) mi-4406 406 dots/inch 4.10 111.8 4.10 (16 dots/mm) mi-4604 600 dots/inch 4.16 108.2 4.16 (23.6 dots/mm) mi-4 Series...
Page 133: Speed Settings And Defaults
Speed Range Default Setting Function MMPS MMPS 51 – 152 Print 51 – 152 Feed 51 – 102 Reverse mi-4604 Speed Range Default Setting Function MMPS MMPS 51 – 102 Print 51 – 102 Feed 51 – 102 Reverse mi-4 Series...
Page 134: Gpio Port Description
When ready to print a label, the Print Signal Applicator should set this signal low for at least 50ms or until the End of Print signal goes not active. Signal Ground Ground *Signal direction is given relative to the printer. mi-4 Series...
Page 135 -8 mA typical, - 25 mA maximum (high level output current) 8 mA typical 25 mA maximum (low level output current) = -8 mA, minimum 3.8 VDC = 8 mA, maximum .44 VDC *See the SN74AHC244 data sheet for more information. mi-4 Series...
Page 136: Menu System Multi-Language Support
Must be purchased by user. Microsoft® Excel 97 Img2dl.exe** Program used during the process to create DPL file. Gemmsgxls.xls** Menu Dictionary These files are available on our website. We recommend that the Img2dl.exe and Gemmsgxls.xls files reside in the same directory. mi-4 Series...
Page 137 Creating a Menu Language: 1) Invoke Excel and open the gemmsglst.xls file. Excel opens the file and the following screen appears. 2) Click the “Enable Macro” box and the following appears. (Continued next page) mi-4 Series...
Page 138 (more than one language may be selected) by pressing the letter above the column. 5) Press the Generate DPL File(s) radio button. A file will be generated for each of the selected columns and Excel will provide confirmation. (Example: small.ls) mi-4 Series...
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Page 140: Advance File Handling Information
Clear Module request. Therefore, following an update it is recommended that a reset be performed to lock the module; otherwise, a software package may ‘Clear All Modules’ thus destroying the new menu language(s). Module Y can be UNLOCKED by sending this DPL string: <STX>KpY0. (Continued next page) mi-4 Series...
Page 141 The translation size will vary with the number of messages that are translated for that particular language. Current complete language files are about 7,000 bytes each but with product growth, the total number of languages is expected to drop to seven. mi-4 Series...
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Page 143: Limitation Of Liability
Some states do not permit the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, and in those states the foregoing limitations may not apply. The warranties here give you specific legal rights, and you may have other legal rights which vary from state to state. mi-4 Series...
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Page 145 A mechanical device (e.g., rotary or guillotine) used to cut labels or tags following printing. defaults The functional setting values returned following a factory reset of the printer. mi-4 Series...
Page 146 A set of alphanumeric characters that share a particular typeface. gap A space between die-cut or notched labels used to sense the top-of- form. IPS (inches per second) Imperial measurement of printer speeds. label A paper or synthetic printing material, typically with a pressure sensitive adhesive backing. mi-4 Series...
Page 147 Repeatable top to bottom alignment of printed labels. reverse speed The backward rate of media motion into the printer during tear-off, peel and present and cutting modes for positioning the label at the start of print position. mi-4 Series...
Page 148 The printing method that creates an image by transferring ink from a ribbon onto the media using the heat from the thermal printhead. TOF (top-of-form) The start of a new label. void An undesirable blank space in a printed image. mi-4 Series...
Page 149: Index
3, 38, 52, 97, 132 CUTTER 38, 52 Head Lift Lever 86 Hex Dump Mode 104 default 29, 30, 102, 132 diagnostics 133 Diagnostics See Menu Settings Indicators 28 die-cut media 63, 133 Inspection 9 IPS 11, 106, 120, 133 mi-4 Series...
Page 150 10, 11, 16, 17, 23, PRESENT SENSOR 36, 52 82, 108, 135 Print Control See Menu Settings TOF 33, 53, 62, 63, 64, 77, 78, 99, Print Quality 10, 56 102, 135 Print Quality Label 56 Troubleshooting 93 Print Resolutions 119 mi-4 Series...
Page 151 88, 135 User Defined Label 60 User Prompts 53, 54, 55 Warning Messages 53, 97, 103, 104 Validation Label 60 void 135 mi-4 Series...

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