Reiner 940 Operating Manual

Reiner 940 Operating Manual

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    4.4.2 Installing the softw are ................................20 4.5 Firmware update ........................... 21 V The PCset graphic software application 5.1 Get REINER 940 ready for PCset graphic ........................... 22 5.2 Starting the software ........................... 24 5.3 Operating interface ........................... 24 5.3.1 Menu bar ................................
  • Page 3 5.5 Example workflow: Generating the print image ........................... 55 5.5.1 Configuring the print im age ................................55 5.5.2 Transfer print im age to REINER 940 ................................56 5.5.3 Printing the print im age ................................57 5.5.4 Num ber of im prints ................................
  • Page 4 ........................... 83 6.5 Replace seal ........................... 84 6.6 Clean housing ........................... 85 VII Recognising and removing interferences 7.1 REINER 940 without function ........................... 86 7.2 Causes for uncharged batteries ........................... 87 7.3 Optical (LED) signals ........................... 87 7.4 Acoustic signals ...........................
  • Page 5: I Your Reiner 940

    Your REINER 940 Your REINER 940 ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 6: Operating Elements

    PCset graphic Help 940 Operating elements ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 7 Print cartridge cover Micro USB socket with charging indicator Print cartridge Battery compartment Print cartridge cover locking button Closure lever locking Print cartridge contacts Closure lever Seal Print trigger Seal tip Scanning roll Nozzles ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 8: Setting Wheel

    To set Functions (see "Functions"). Before adjusting the setting wheel, close the closure lever! To avoid malfunctions align the settings precisely with the LED display! To activate Bluetooth, turn the setting wheel to position Online/Bluetooth (see "Bluetooth"). ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 9: Important Notes

    Important notes Important notes Before commissioning of the REINER 940, always read the operating instructions and in particular the safety notes with care. This prevents insecurities in handling of the marking devices and connected safety risks to keep you safe and avoid damage to the device.
  • Page 10: Your Safety

    Warnings of dangers that may lead to property damage if not observed. You are asked to perform actions here. Notes and advice to make handling your REINER 940 even easier. Notes on instruction videos. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 11: Safety Notes On Rechargeable Batteries

    Type usage Use only the supplied mains adapter or a PC USB port to charge the batteries. Only use rechargeable batteries (two each) type nickel metal hydride (REINER item number: 946 192 - 000) of build AA. Always replace all flat rechargeable batteries at once.
  • Page 12: Safety Notes

    Safety notes Possible blindness due to eye contact with ink. Do not point the nozzles of the REINER 940 at people's faces! Possible tripping and damage to the device due to device lines lying freely in the room. Place the device lines so that they do not pose a danger source! Damage to the device at improper transport.
  • Page 13: Preparation And Commissioning

    Commissioning Execute test print Activate Bluetooth Install PCset graphic software Firmware update Commissioning Find a clip on our homepage www.reiner.de or on youtube. Rechargeable batteries Seal and pressure cartridge ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 14: Rechargeable Batteries

    When the batteries are removed, the date, time and counter reading of the numbering machines are maintained. Open the battery compartment in the arrow direction. Ensure correct polarity and insert batteries. Close battery compartment ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 15: Charging Rechargeable Batteries

    Connect the Micro USB socket of the device via the USB cable to the mains adapter and connect the mains adapter to the mains. Green charging indicator lights up. Charging is complete when the charging indicator is off. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 16: Seal And Pressure Cartridge

    Different seals are required depending on the type of ink used (see "Replacing the seal"). Always use the seal of the associated print cartridge – be sure to replace the seal with new print cartridges. Push down the print cartridge cover locking button ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 17: Inserting The Print Cartridge

    Do not swallow! Keep the print cartridge out of the reach of children! Inserting the print cartridge Fig. Take a new print cartridge from the packaging and remove the protective film or clip from the nozzles ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 18: Execute Test Print

    Signals"). Execute test print Possible blindness due to eye contact with ink. Do not point the nozzles of the REINER 940 at people's faces! Execute test print Fig. The imprint can only be selected if the closure lever is not pushed and the nozzle cover thus is closed.
  • Page 19: Activate Bluetooth

    If Bluetooth is active, the battery runtime reduces since Bluetooth is active in standby mode as well. To activate Bluetooth on the device, the setting wheel must be turned to position Online/Bluetooth. To establish the Bluetooth connection with the device, follow the instructions "Establishing Bluetooth connection". ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 20: Install Pcset Graphic Software

    Administrator rights on the PC are required for the installation. Plug the USB stick supplied with the device into the USB port of your PC. Start the file "Setup_PCsetgraphic.exe". Follow the instructions of the installation program. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 21: Firmware Update

    "Downloads - Software". Before performing a firmware update, transfer and save the print images on the REINER 940 to the PCset graphic. The print images can be damaged during the Firmware update. Ensure that the PCset graphic is installed on your PC but not opened before the firmware update is started.
  • Page 22: The Pcset Graphic Software Application

    Connect the micro USB socket to the PC via the USB cable. Turn the setting wheel to position 1 to switch on the device. The PC recognises the REINER 940 as a new USB device. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 23 The PCset graphic software application The device driver software is installed automatically. When the device is connected to the PC, the batteries are charged via the USB port. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 24: Starting The Software

    PCset graphic Help 940 Starting the software Double-click the REINER PCset graphic icon The PCset graphic software is started. Operating interface The operating interface is divided into four sections: Menu bar with both Windows typical and PCset graphic specific functions...
  • Page 25: Menu Bar

    Search for REINER Bluetooth Searches for REINER Bluetooth devices. devices This function is only available if there is no USB connection. Last opened Displays the last opened print images. Exit Exits the PCset graphic. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 26: Edit

    Set grid. Zoom 50%, 100%, 200% Display lock in toolbar Show or hide device security button. REINER 940 Operating interface REINER 940 appears. jetStamp graphic 970 Operating interface jetStamp graphic 970 appears jetStamp 1025 Operating interface JetStamp 1025 appears. 5.3.1.4...
  • Page 27: Help

    If the REINER 940 is connected, information on model, serial number and firmware version are also displayed. An internet link to the REINER website will be displayed to download the latest software if the software or the REINER 940 is not on the latest version. 5.3.2...
  • Page 28 PCset graphic Help 940 Transfer The displayed print images are transferred to the device. The data present on the REINER 940 are overwritten. Upload Load the print images saved in the device for editing. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 29: Grid

    Release left mouse button. All objects and backgrounds contained in the frame are selected and can be cut, copied or deleted. 5.3.3 Objects Print images are composed of objects from the five object groups described below. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 30: Device Security

    The device security locks the print and protects the print data from misuse. Devices without a current firmware version do not support device security. You can download the latest firmware version from www.reiner.de in the section "Downloads - Software". The device safety can be set in the menu bar by clicking the tab "Extras...
  • Page 31 Device safety is activated. Print images cannot be transmitted and printed without entering a password. Device safety is activated. Print images can be transmitted and printed without entering a password. Set password Disable password protection Forgotten password ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 32: Set Passw Ord

    To ensure the safety of the device deactivate in the menu bar the tabSelect "Extras" and "Device safety Click on Set password". Click on "Deactivate password protection". In the toolbar the symbol changes from ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 33: Forgotten Passw Ord

    When resetting the password, the REINER 940 is reset to the factory setting. All saved print images are deleted. The password can only be reset when the REINER 940 has no device error. If the set password has been forgotten, it can be reset as follows:...
  • Page 34: Device Settings

    PCset graphic Help 940 5.3.5 Device settings Device settings will only become active when they have been transmitted to the REINER 940. Click on the symbol. The device settings are opened. Print settings Signals Functions Font 5.3.5.1 Print settings ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 35: Print Sequence

    (1, 2, 3 or 4). Continuous printing (1,1,1,1) The line selected on the setting wheel (1, 2, 3 or 4) is printed continuously one after the other as long as the print trigger is ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 36: Print Direction

    PCset graphic Help 940 pressed. 5.3.5.1.2 Print direction Function Description Left to right The print direction is from left to right. Right to left The print direction is from right to left. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 37: Alignment

    The PCset graphic software application 5.3.5.1.3 Alignment Function Description 0° rotated 180° rotated The 180° rotation is not displayed in the PCset. The device takes the setting into account when printing. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 38: Print Intensity

    PCset graphic Help 940 5.3.5.1.4 Print intensity Function Description Normal Default ink consumption. Economical Reduction of ink consumption. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 39: Encoder

    Description Scanning roll (Printing start with release) Imprint is printed as soon as the trigger button is pressed. Start-up length is the distance in mm from the print triggering to the start of printing. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 40 The print path per cycle must be determined and defined. Note: In order not to affect the print quality, there should be at least one cycle signal per 0.338 mm print path (75 dpi). Detailed questions can be answered by the REINER service. Function Description...
  • Page 41: Signals

    5.3.5.2 Signals Activation or deactivation of acoustic signals for various events (refer to "Acoustic signals"). "Function performed": see tab "Functions". "Removable errors": see "Acoustic signals". ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 42: Functions

    PCset graphic Help 940 5.3.5.3 Functions Test print Repeat last imprint Continue numbering machines Reverse numbering machines Reset numbering machines to default ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 43: Test Print

    The printing starts with print image no. 1 and is switched to the next print image with each re- triggering. (Hold down the closure lever while executing the "test print" function) For the REINER 940, "Test print" is carried out as follows: Turn setting wheel to position F. Open the nozzle cover Print the 4 print images one after another starting with the last one used.
  • Page 44: Repeat Last Imprint

    With the function "Repeat last imprint" the last printed imprint can be repeated. The numbering machines are not switched forward. The time is continuously updated. For the REINER 940, "Repeat last imprint" is carried out as follows: Turn setting wheel to position F. Push the trigger button.
  • Page 45: Continue Numbering Machines

    5.3.5.3.3 Continue numbering machines With the function "Continue numbering machines", the numbering machine can be switched forward manually. For the REINER 940, "Continue numbering machines" is carried out as follows: Turn setting wheel to position F. Open the nozzle cover Push the trigger button.
  • Page 46: Reverse Numbering Machines

    With the "Reverse numbering machines" function the numbers can be switched back manually in a quick and easy way. For the REINER 940, "Reverse numbering machines" is carried out as follows: Turn setting wheel to position F. Push the trigger button.
  • Page 47: Reset Numbering Machines To Default

    For the REINER 940, "Reset numbering machines to default" is carried out as follows: Turn setting wheel to position F.
  • Page 48: Font

    With "Font 1" and "Font 2", fonts can be stored for the objects date/time and numbering machine. Month abbreviations can be adjusted individually. The font configuration window also appears in the menu bar. Here, select the "File" tab and click on "Device settings - Font". ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 49: Status Indicators

    Connection is established via Connection is established via Bluetooth Indicates the fill level of the print Ink level indicator cartridge in % Indicates the charge state of Charge indicator the battery Battery is full Battery is charging ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 50 Device (with serial number) is Online Bluetooth (S/N) connected via Bluetooth - Device not switched on Offline - USB cable not plugged in - Rechargeable battery empty Here you will find notes for Device messages troubleshooting ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 51: Device Messages

    Inserting/replacing the battery - No battery/defective battery Disconnect the device from the Device error xxx Device error power supply for approx. 3 sec (also batteries and USB connection). If the error remains after activation, ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 52: Establishing Bluetooth Connection

    All devices found, as well as all devices that have already been connected to the PCset graphic, are displayed with model and serial number. If the REINER 940 is not found, a new search run can be started with the "Search again" button. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 53 The PCset graphic software application To establish a Bluetooth connection, click on "Connect". A pop-up menu "Connection via a Bluetooth device is established" opens in the Windows status bar. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 54 The window for entering the password opens. Enter the factory password "0000". The REINER 940 is connected to the PCset graphic. The connected device is saved as a permanent connection so that the PCset graphic always connects to this device as soon as it is available.
  • Page 55: Example Workflow: Generating The Print Image

    The factory pre-installed print images can be uploaded to the software in advance and saved as XML files ("Menu commands Toolbar"). Configuring the print image Transfer the print image to REINER 940 Printing the print image Number of imprints 5.5.1...
  • Page 56: Transfer Print Image To Reiner 940

    Confirm the following dialogue window with Yes. If the transfer was successful, the following message appears after a few seconds. Confirm the message with OK. The print image is stored in the REINER 940 and can be printed. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 57: Printing The Print Image

    The PCset graphic software application 5.5.3 Printing the print image Possible blindness due to eye contact with ink. Do not point the nozzles of the REINER 940 at people's faces! Print the print image Fig. Turn the setting wheel to position 1.
  • Page 58 PCset graphic Help 940 The number of possible imprints with a full print cartridge is displayed by positioning the mouse pointer on the print image number. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 59: Objects Settings

    If the grid is enabled, the font size is adjusted. Example: If a grid of 4 lines is set, the text object has the height of one line. Presettings Context menu text object Generate graphic ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 60: Presettings

    Context menu text object If a text object is inserted ("Objects"), the configuration corresponds to the default settings (refer to "Presettings"). The context menu can be used to individually set each text object deviating from this. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 61 Converts the text to a graphic and fixes it at the current position. Note: the text cannot be edited anymore after conversion. Delete object Deletes the object. Enter or double-click fixates the object and is therefore inactive. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 62: Generate Graphic

    A maximum of five date/time objects can be placed. The daylight saving time for Europe is preset at the factory and can be changed directly in the PCset graphic software under Menu - Extras. Presettings Context menu date/time object ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 63: Presettings

    ('). For verification purposes, whether or not the entered format is "OK" is displayed above the input field. Preview Preview of the selected format with the current system date. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 64 Month of the year with two figures (01 to 12) Abbreviation for the month (up to 3 characters) The last two figures of the year (00 to 99) yyyy Complete year (0000 to 9999) Hour with two figures (00 to 23) ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 65: Font

    "Font 1" and "Font 2" are configurable in the menu bar by clicking the tab "File Device settings Font" or in the toolbar via the button (see "Font"). Month abbreviations can be adjusted individually. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 66: Context Menu Date/Time Object

    - Print sequence "Print lines in sequences" - Numbering machines linked to each other, each with different repetitions Presettings Context menu numbering machine object 5.6.3.1 Presettings Changed presettings apply to all future numbering machine objects. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 67 Select the tab format and click "Numbering machine" in the menu bar The configuration window for numbering machines appears. The configuration window for numbering machines is divided into three sections: - Settings - Number circle - Font Settings Number circle Font ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 68: Settings

    Changed fonts affect all future objects. "Font 1" and "Font 2" are configurable in the menu bar by clicking the tab "File Device settings Font" or in the toolbar via the button (see "Font"). ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 69 The PCset graphic software application Month abbreviations can be adjusted individually. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 70: Context Menu Numbering Machine Object

    Settings for the number circle can only be made here when the selected numbering machine is linked to the dedicated number circle. Delete object Deletes the object. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 71: Barcode

    Presettings Global presettings can be set in the menu bar - OR - Settings of already-inserted barcode objects can be called via the right mouse button "Barcode Format". The configuration window for barcode appears. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 72 Indicates the check figure additionally in plain text. To be able to use this option, you need to activate display plain text. The check figure is the last figure or position of the barcode information. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 73 The module height and width can differ. Module ratio Ratio of wide to narrow element in calculation of the code length. Module ratio Start and stop characters for the barcode type Codabar. (2/5 matrix) May contain letters A - D. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 74: Sequential Numbering/Dating

    The context menu opens (refer to "Date/time"). Make the desired settings and confirm with OK. To save the settings made, click OK. The red dash below the editing field determines the inserted position of the date/time and numbering machine object. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 75: Context Menu Barcode Object

    Text and barcode objects can be converted into graphics. Graphics are fixed and can no longer be moved. Limited editing is possible via the additional function "Selection". Click the object with the right mouse button. Select "Generate graphic". The object has been converted to a graphic. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 76: Graphic

    300 dpi so that they fit 1:1 into the print image. For a distortion-free printout in optimal quality, a graphic should not exceed the maximum height of 160 pixels and the maximum width of 768 pixels. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 77: Context Menu Graphic Object

    Text and barcode objects can be converted into graphics. Graphics are fixed and can no longer be moved. Limited editing is possible via the additional function "Selection". Click the object with the right mouse button. Select "Generate graphic". The object has been converted to a graphic. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 78: Maintenance

    PCset graphic Help 940 Maintenance Changing the print cartridge Cleaning the contacts of the print cartridge Clean nozzles Clean seal Replace seal Clean housing ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 79: Changing The Print Cartridge

    Changing the print cartridge Fig. Turn the setting wheel to position OFF. Press the locking button for print cartridge cover down to open the print cartridge cover Remove the print cartridge from the device. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 80: Cleaning The Contacts Of The Print Cartridge

    Push the locking lever and latch the locking closure lever Clean the contact print cartridge at the print cartridge and inside the REINER 940 with a soft cloth, poss. slightly soaked in spirits. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 81: Clean Nozzles

    Imprint without streaking Imprint with streaking Automatic nozzle cleaning Manual nozzle cleaning 6.3.1 Automatic nozzle cleaning Possible blindness due to eye contact with ink. Do not point the nozzles of the REINER 940 at people's faces! ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 82: Manual Nozzle Cleaning

    We recommend the following measure if the automatic nozzle cleaning does not lead to the desired success: To dissolve the dried ink, press a soft cloth slightly soaked in ethanol (spirit) against the nozzles for about three seconds. Dab off dissolved ink and wipe the nozzles dry. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 83: Clean Seal

    Press and hold the closure lever Dab dry the seal with a soft cloth. Release the closure lever Re-insert the print cartridge The seal should be cleaned at regular intervals. The seal must be replaced if heavily soiled. ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 84: Replace Seal

    PCset graphic Help 940 Replace seal Find a clip on our homepage www.reiner.de or on youtube. Replace seal Fig. Different seals are required depending on the type of ink used. - Inkjet print cartridge P3-S-BK: use red seal - Inkjet print cartridge P3-MP3-BK: use blue seal...
  • Page 85: Clean Housing

    Electric shock when liquids enter into the device inside. Pull the mains adapter from the outlet. Inform a specialist vendor or the REINER service. Cleaning agents that are too aggressive may damage the housing surface. Do not use any abrasives and plastic-dissolving cleaning agents for cleaning.
  • Page 86: Recognising And Removing Interferences

    Causes for uncharged batteries Optical (LED) signals Acoustic signals REINER 940 without function Troubleshooting Fig. Disconnect the USB cable from the REINER 940. Open the battery compartment in the arrow direction. Remove the batteries. Wait about 3 seconds. Insert batteries.
  • Page 87: Causes For Uncharged Batteries

    Rechargeable Charge battery battery empty Inserting/replacing the battery battery/defective New print image battery transfer Print images were deleted Orange Flashing, Print cartridge Check imprint Also acoustic signal (warning) almost empty Interval of 2 ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 88 - Device is switched Switch on the device - Rechargeable battery empty Charge batteries - Battery defective Replace batteries Insert batteries No rechargeable battery inserted Contact your - Device error specialist dealer or REINER Support ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 89: Acoustic Signals

    Signal ends when shutter is closed again or new imprint is made - The display appears after 30 seconds of non-use in standard ink, after 10 seconds in ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 90 PCset graphic Help 940 MP2 ink and after 6 seconds in MP3 ink 5 sound Battery almost empty/capacity low Charge/replace pulses per battery minute ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 91: Technical Data And Accessories

    Transport and disposal Accessories Type plate Observe the type plate before the device is connected. The type plate is located on the inside of the print head closure of the REINER 940. It contains the following information: Mod. = Model...
  • Page 92: Technical Data

    Input: 100 - 240 VAC, 50 - 60 Hz, 0,3 A Output: 5 VDC 1 A Standby time per battery approx. 72 hours charge Battery charging time approx. three hours Data preservation (battery approx. 10 years independent) ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 93: Transport And Disposal

    Order no.: 947 100-120, P3-MP3-BK for metal and plastic, black Order no.: 947 100-130, P3-MP4-BK for glass, metal and plastic, black Order no.: 947 100-140, P3-MP5-UV for metal and plastic, invisible (orange in UV light) For further accessories, see https://www.reiner.de ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 94: Contact

    E-mail: customerservice@reiner.de © 2022 Ernst Reiner GmbH & Co. KG All rights reserved. Translation, reprint and other reproduction of these operating instructions, even in parts and no matter the form, shall require our express written consent. We reserve the right to make content changes to these operating instructions without notice.
  • Page 95: Operating Instructions

    Operating instructions Operating instructions Operating instructions EN ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 96: Index

    Printing the print image 57 Operating elements 6 Operating interface 24 - F - Menu bar 25 Objects 29 Firmware update 21 Toolbar 27 Forgotten password 33 - P - PCset graphic software application ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 97 Seal and pressure cartridge Insert the seal 16 Inserting the print cartridge 16 Set password 32 Setting wheel 8 Status indicators 49 - T - Technical data 92 Text 59 - U - Unlock device 33 ERNST REINER GmbH & Co. KG...
  • Page 98 .reiner.de...

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