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“original instructions” Copyright All rights are expressly reserved. Reproduction, adaptation and translation without the prior written permission of BV Korthofah is prohibited, except as permitted by copyright. BV Korthofah reserves the right to improve its products at any time without informing its customers. The contents of this manual are subject to change.
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Our History Kortho was founded in Amsterdam in 1926 and is still a Dutch and 100% family owned company today. Because of our long history we were able to witness the evolution of Coding & Marking from the beginning. Naturally our machines also evolved along the way.
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Smart coding Less license fees Less coding errors Less hardware investments BV KORTHOFAH Lageweg 39 - NL-2222AG Katwijk - T: + 31 (0) 71 40 60 470 - E: export@kortho.nl - www.kortho.com Document number: P-4332 Version date: April 23rd, 2024...
manual TT-series Preface This manual informs the user on how to safely use (and daily maintain) the TT-series. Read this manual carefully before first using the TT-series or before carrying out any operating activities on it. This is the only way to ensure optimum safety. Related documents In addition to this manual, the following documents belong with the TT-series: •...
The Netherlands Phone: +31 (0) 71 40 60 470 Fax: +31 (0) 71 40 32 807 Web: www.kortho.com Email: info@kortho.nl Machine identification The name of the machine is: TT-series. A type plate example of the TT-series is shown below: Figure 1-1: Type plate example The TT-series is CE-marked.
manual TT-series Service life With normal use and adherence to the specified maintenance periods, the service life of the TT-se- ries is ten years. The service life can be negatively affected if original parts are not used during re- pairs. Using non-original parts also voids any claim to warranty or compensation. Liability The manufacturer of the machine is not liable for any hazardous situations, accidents and damage that are the result of:...
manual TT-series 2 Safety User The TT-series may only be operated by qualified personnel. Observe the safety instructions in this manual. Failure to observe the safety instructions may cause unacceptable risks. The TT-series may only be operated by one person at a time. Users must familiarise themselves with Chapters 1 to 6 of this manual and the safety regulations be- low before using the TT-series or performing any operation on the TT-series.
manual TT-series Safety regulations The TT-series complies with the basic health and safety requirements of the European Communities. This means that the TT-series can be operated and maintained safely if all safety instructions are carefully observed. However, improper or careless use can create dangerous situations. Observe the safety instructions in this manual.
manual TT-series 2.3.2 Residual hazards The following hazards may occur when using or servicing the machine: Handling the cassette: The cassette handle should only be used for removing or insert- ing the cassette into the printer. This handle is not intended for transporting or holding the printer;...
The TT-series has been developed specifically for this function and may not be used for other pur- poses. The only way in which the TT Series may be used is described in Chapter 3. Any other use of the TT-series is NOT permitted.
3. External power supply (not shown in the figure). The Kortho Printerface shown here is optional. You can also install Kortho Control Center on a Windows 10 (or higher) sys- tem of your choice. Controlling multiple printers (max. 100) from a single HMI is also possible with Kortho Control Center.
manual TT-series 3.3.1 Schematic representation of ribbon progression The image below is a schematic representation of the print ribbon progression. The numbering in the image is a continuation of the number- ing in Section 3.2. Numbers 16, 17 & 18 have been superim- posed for reference purposes.
manual TT-series 3.3.2 Printing process The TT-series is a thermal printer. Thermal printers (also known as TTO) are highly suitable for print- ing packaging applications with flexible foil. This technology is widely used in the food and packaging industry. A code, barcode, best before date, list of ingredients, etc. are printed on flexible foil or a flexible label during the printing process.
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manual TT-series Continuous. In the continuous mode, the substrate moves during the printing process. In order to print, the printhead only moves up and down towards the substrate. The print ribbon is brought to the same speed as the substrate and then pressed against the substrate while it is moving.
manual TT-series Status panel Figure 3-5: Status panel The status panel consists of the following parts: 1. USB port. 2. Display. 3. Control buttons. The status panel provides multiple functions: • It offers two status screens (§3.4.1). • A number of basic settings (§3.4.2) can be changed using the simple menu structure. •...
• Firmware update: by inserting a USB stick with new firmware. • Bluetooth discoverable/pair. Extensive process parameters, settings and job processing can be read and set via Kortho Control Center (please refer to §3.5 and the separate Kortho Control Center software manual). Document number: P-4332...
The Interface software for all Kortho printers is called Kortho Control Center. This software is in- stalled by default on the Kortho Printerface, but can also be downloaded free of charge to use on any other Windows system (Windows 10 or higher). Control from the HMI with KCC to the printer(s) is done via Ethernet.
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manual TT-series Description Printer settings • Printer (label selection and label management). • Settings (printer and interface settings). • Service and diagnostics (service and diagnostics functions). • Information (system information). Press one of the buttons to display the details / settings on the details / settings screen. Detail / settings screen Shows the details / settings of the setting selected in the printer settings.
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Press this button to open the software settings screen. Lock screen Press this button to lock the screen. For extensive KCC functions for the TT-series and other Kortho printers, please refer to the separate Kortho Control Center software manual. Document number: P-4332...
manual TT-series Signal strip Both sides of the TT-series are equipped with a LED signal strip. The colour of the signal strip indi- cates the status of the TT-series. Figure 3-7: Signal strip The signal strip contains the following status colours: •...
manual TT-series 4 Installation Safety regulations Installation must be carried out by qualified staff. Personnel must take all necessary measures to prevent injury to persons and/or damage to a production line. Environment The environment in which the TT-series may be installed must meet several requirements regarding humidity, temperature and vibration.
manual TT-series Mounting options The TT-series can be mounted in a tubular frame on a production line. This makes it possible to ro- tate the printer at an angle that is parallel to the production line. The TT-series can print at any angle. Figure 4-1: TT-series mounting options Printer installation To install the TT-series, perform the following operations:...
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See appendix 4 for installation instructions of the external power supply. 3. Mount the HMI (Kortho Printerface IoT or your own Wiindow based system) at the desired location. See the KCC software manual for installation instructions of the KCC software.
manual TT-series Commissioning Perform the following operations before commissioning: • Check that the TT-series is connected correctly. - Check that the TT-series power supply is connected correctly. - Check the network connection of the TT-series. - Check that the I/O cable is connected correctly. - In the case of continuous operation mode, check that the encoder is connected correctly.
manual TT-series 5 Settings and configura- tion Safety regulations The configuration must be done by qualified personnel. Correct configuration before commissioning is very important for correct operation of the TT-series. It improves print quality, reduces wear on parts and extends machine life. Setting printer above substrate The printer is suspended in a two-tube frame above the substrate.
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manual TT-series 2. Move the printer to the desired location along the tubular frame. 3. Retighten the bolt with turning knob to secure the printer. Depending on the operating mode, counterpres- sure material may need to be mounted on the underside of the printer: •...
Both counterpressure modules are also available separately (see appen- dix 4 Spare parts) for use in a non-Kortho bracket. Printer dimensions can be downloaded as a 3D file from the Kortho website, or consult the technical drawings in the appendices to this manual.
The maximum print stroke must fall within the size of the plate so that the head cannot pro- trude over the edge of the plate while printing. The example below shows an intermittent set-up based on the Kortho bracket. Figure 5-2: Intermittent set-up...
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A substrate foil setting is also available for the Kortho TT-series bracket. This can be mounted on either side of the bracket. By buff- ering more or less substrate foil into this, the print position can be changed quickly.
Also make sure that the substrate has sufficient friction with the counterpressure roller so that it also rotates along as well as possible. The example below shows a continuous set-up based on the Kortho bracket. Figure 5-3: Continuous set-up...
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manual TT-series In the example, only one guide roller has been placed after the print position. This ensures that the substrate (in red) tightens nicely around the counterpressure roller, so that it rotates along with it. If necessary, two rollers can also be used on each side for extra friction.
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manual TT-series 2. Place spacers on the ends of the counterpres- sure roller axle. 3. Place the counterpressure roller and the sub- strate guide roller(s) between the two end plates. - If necessary, slide the end plates so that they clamp the spacers entirely. When clamping the counterpres- sure roller and guide rollers, make sure they can rotate freely.
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manual TT-series The test set-up is now rotated with the counter- pressure roller down. Above the counterpressure roller, the printer will be mounted on the two tubes at the top. 5. Mount the two mounting plate bolts to the printer. - Use key 8 to do this.
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manual TT-series 7. Position the printer over the counter pressure roller. 8. Position the mounting plate on the top side above the mounting plate on the printer. 9. Connect the mounting plates together and tighten the bolt with turning knob to secure the printer.
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2 mm to position itself at the ideal standby distance from the sub- strate to be printed. If the Kortho bracket is used in combination with the Kortho counter pressure modules, all parts will be posi- tioned at the correct distance from each other.
manual TT-series Printhead adjustment To adjust the printhead, it must first be made accessible. Perform the following operations to do so: 1. Press the button to stop the TT-series. STOP - The printhead moves to its 0-position. The back side of the cassette handle has a latch. 2.
manual TT-series The printhead is now accessible for adjustment and maintenance work. There are four adjust- ment options: 1. The tilting resistance of the printhead. 2. The printing angle of the printhead. 3. Reversing the printhead. 4. Printhead software settings (KCC). The heating element near the printhead can reach temperatures of up to 45 °C.
manual TT-series 5.4.2 The printing angle of the printhead The default angle at which the printhead touches the substrate is 28 degrees. The printhead is in this position by default. However, in some situations you may need to change the angle to create a bet- ter contact with the substrate across the entire width of the head.
manual TT-series 5.4.3 Reversing the printhead Seen from the front, the substrate can be transported under the printhead from left to right (from now on right-handed) and from right to left (from now on left-handed) during the printing process. In Intermittent mode, the printhead for both left and right-handed use should be mounted with the cables to the right, seen from the front.
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manual TT-series 3. Loosen the two Allen screws that secure the print head. 4. Remove the print head from the print head bracket. 5. Loosen the Allen screw and nut that secures the print head bracket and cable clamp. 6. Remove the cable clamp. Document number: P-4332 Version date: April 23rd, 2024...
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manual TT-series 7. Remove the print head bracket. 8. Loosen the two screws securing the cable clamp. 9. Remove the cable clamp. 10.Bend the tab of the cable clamp around as shown in the figure on the right. Document number: P-4332 Version date: April 23rd, 2024...
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manual TT-series 11.Place the print head bracket turned 180° back into the holder. Please note that the print head bracket is mounted rotated 180° (see figure on the right). 12.Place back the cable clamp. 13.Tighten the Allen screw and nut a few turns. Do not fully tighten the Allen screw.
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manual TT-series 15.Tighten the Allen screw. Tighten the Allen screw such the print head bracket can still swivel when a little pressure is exerted on it. The print head bracket (with print head) needs to be able to set itself correctly on the counter pressure roller to obtain good quality prints.
manual TT-series 18.Connect the cable harness to the print head. - Both the small white connector and the large black connector must be recon- nected. 19.Place the cable clamp over the cable harness. 20.Tighten the two Allen screws. Make sure the cable harness is positioned like shown in the figure on the right and now no wires are trapped between the print head...
manual TT-series 6 Operation Safety regulations The TT-series should only be operated by qualified personnel. Personnel must take all necessary measures to prevent injury to persons and/or damage to a production line. Switching on To switch on the TT-series, perform the following operations: 1.
manual TT-series Start-up To start the TT-series, perform the following actions in KCC: 1. Select the printer to be started/configured by pressing the corresponding Printer ID button. 2. Select the desired label to be printed. 3. Set the settings below correctly. - Foil type (ribbon type).
manual TT-series 5. Press theSTART button to start the TT-series. - The printer is now activated and will wait for a signal from the production line to start printing. Changing the print ribbon During production, the roll of ribbon in the printer will run out. In KCC, you can enter at which re- maining ribbon length the "low ribbon"...
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manual TT-series Perform the following operations to change the TT-series print ribbon: 1. Select the printer for which the ribbon needs to be replaced by pressing the corresponding Printer ID button. - If the printer has not yet been given a name, the IP address of the printer will be displayed here.
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manual TT-series 4. Place the cassette with its spine on a table. 5. Remove both rollers. 6. Position a new roller (1) and a winding roller (2) on the ribbon axle. - Depending on the operating mode, a new roller must be placed on the left or right ribbon axle.
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manual TT-series 7. Wrap the print ribbon around the guide roll- ers. - The axles are locked to prevent the ribbon from unwinding before it is inserted into the printer. Press the metal top with the elongated coupling of the axle to unlock and be able to turn it manually.
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manual TT-series Roller placement The print ribbon of the TT-series has been replaced and the TT-series can be restarted. See below for a schematic representation for placing a full roller in relation to the operating mode: Figure 6-1: Positioning a full roller in relation to the operating mode Operating mode New roller placement Intermittent left and right handed.
manual TT-series Stopping Perform the following actions to stop the TT-series: 1. Select the printer to be stopped by pressing the corresponding Printer ID button. 2. Press theSTOP button to stop the TT-series. - The printhead moves to its 0-position. Switching off To switch off the TT-series, perform the following operations: 1.
manual TT-series 7 Maintenance Safety regulations Carry out the following safety steps before starting any maintenance work: Maintenance and inspection must be carried out by qualified staff. Make sure the TT-series is completely turned off and de-ener- gised before performing any maintenance on the machine. Always replace damaged parts with original parts.
manual TT-series Service sheet Periodic inspection is required to ensure optimal operation of the TT-series. The frequency of these inspections depends on the operating conditions.The intervals are based on normal use of the TT-series. In the case of extreme operating condi- tions, the interval may be adjusted at your discretion.
manual TT-series Maintenance manual Frequency Check the operation of the printhead. Annually 1. Check that the correct counterpressure plate has been applied. 2. Set the density and pressure as low as possible. 3. Make a test print of a completely black area and check if any areas have not been covered.
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manual TT-series 3. Push the lock (1) up and pull the cassette (2) towards you. - The latch is located at the back side of the cassette handle. - Check that the print ribbon does not get cought. 4. Press the lock (1) of the printhead cover and lift the printhead cover (2).
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manual TT-series 5. Loosen the Allen screw a few turns. - The cable harness no longer needs to be clamped. 6. Disconnect the cable harness from the print head. - Both the small white connector and the large black connector must be discon- nected.
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manual TT-series 8. Remove the print head from the print head bracket. 9. Loosen the two Allen screws that secure the mounting bracket on the print head. 10.Remove the mounting bracket from the print head. 11.Take a new printhead and write down the resistance value on a piee of paper.
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manual TT-series 12.Place the mounting bracket on the print head. 13.Fasten the two Allen screws. 14.Place the print head on the print head bracket. 15.Tighten the two Allen screws. Document number: P-4332 Version date: April 23rd, 2024...
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manual TT-series 16.Connect the cable harness to the print head. - Both the small white connector and the large black connector must be recon- nected. 17.Tighten the Allen screw. - The cable harness must be clamped again. 18. Close the printhead cover. Document number: P-4332 Version date: April 23rd, 2024...
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manual TT-series 19. Turn on the printer so that the printhead moves back to the 0-position. 20. Put the cassette back. 21.Enter the resistence value of the print head in KCC. - KCC menu: Settings -> Printer -> P.H. Resist- ance.
manual TT-series 8 Connection interfaces Overview interfaces On the side of the TT-series a so called connector block mounted. On this block are four M12 con- nectors which are used these to guarantee a secured and fluid proof connection to any peripheral equipment and the power supply.
4. Remote ON/OFF return. 5. Safety PE. The external power supply (supplied by Kortho) is switched on by pressing the ON/OFF button on the TT-series. Pins 3 and 4 are shorted (power supply on) or broken (power supply off). See annex 5 for more information about the external power supply.
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manual TT-series The TT-series uses an encoder that has the following characteristics: Item Waarde Resolution: 7200 PPR (The TT-series uses it in quadrature. Which means 28800 edges per rotation.) Measuring wheel diameter: 47,75mm Input voltage: 24 VDC Input current: 100 mA max (65 mA typical) with no output load Output type: Line Driver (RS422) Figure 8-1: Encoder...
2. ETH_TX- (orange). 3. ETH_RX+ (white). 4. ETH_RX- (blue). Always use shielded LAN cables kabels. Kortho can supply LAN cables (length 5 m) from stock (art. no. 170841). Interface X04 - I/O This is a M12 A coded 17-pin female connector with the following pin assignment: 1.
manual TT-series 8.5.1 Functions Print request (input) - Select the rising edge or falling edge of the product detection sensor. This set- ting depends on which type of sensor is used and how it is set. Usually, the sensor/ host is set in a way that the print will be made on the rising edge. Default setting is high (rising edge).
manual TT-series 9 Transport & storage Transport The TT-series should be inspected for transport damage immediately upon receipt. In the event of any damage, the sender must be notified immediately. Storage The TT-series may only be stored indoors, under the following conditions: •...
manual TT-series 10 Disposal 10.1 Safety regulations Before dismantling and disposing of the TT-series, the following safety instructions must be ob- served: Make sure that all machine parts are turned off and discon- nected from power sources before dismantling and disposing of the TT-series! Ensure that the TT-series is SAFELY disassembled and disposed of according to the CURRENT LEGAL REGULATIONS of the coun-...
manual TT-series A1 Technical specifications A1.1 Printer specifications Item Value Printer mode The TT-series can print both Continuous and Intermittent Right-handed/left-handed The TT-series can print left and right-handed Printing resolution 12 dots / mm (304 dpi) Printing surface (Intermittent) 53mm x 95mm Printing surface (Continuous) 53mm x 200mm Maximum printing speed (Intermittent)
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• Kortho Printerface (KCC app) via Ethernet cable or network. • PC-based (KCC app) through direct connection via Ethernet cable or network. Label layout integrated in KCC software (included). Once the Kortho print driver has been installed, you can use any label design package.
manual TT-series A1.4 Connections X04 - Inputs and outputs Item Value Inputs 3. Print, Inhibit and Trigger Outputs 5. Busy, Foil Break, Foil Low, General Error and Ready I / O power 24V, 200mA (total) X02 - Encoder Item Value Encoder M12, 8-pin connector for external encoder for continuous mode.
manual TT-series A2 Declarations and test- certificates Document number: P-4332 Version date: April 23rd, 2024...
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(According to Annex II.A of the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC) BV Korthofah Lageweg 39 2222 AG Katwijk ZH Nederland declare under own responsibility that the product Kortho TT-53 819528 Power supply TT-53 820075 to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the following standards or other normative documents...
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manual TT-series This certificate is issued under the conditions as described in the test report as mentioned below 20210639CRT01 Thermal Transfer printer TT-53 Print unit TT-53 Printerface IoT 2025306502 Korthofah B.V. Lageweg 39 222 AG Katwijk ZH The Netherlands Measurements carried Korthofah B.V.
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manual TT-series De volgende tabel geeft een samenvatting van de resultaten van de tests die zijn uitgevoerd op de Thermal Transfer-printer TT-53. Test Test description Basic standard Result sequence modified (Pass/Fail) during test (yes/no) Conducted emission, test with an AMN EN 55032 (2015) + A11 (2020) Pass Conducted emission at...
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manual TT-series Document number: P-4332 Version date: April 23rd, 2024...
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manual TT-series ATTESTATION OF CONFORMITY Attestation Number : AOCRSZ200328011A2-03 Date of Issue: 2020-06-24 Product: USB NFC Reader Module ACM1252U-Z2, ACM1252U-Z6 Model(s): Brand: Advanced Card Systems Ltd. Manufacturer & Address: Units 4108 - 4110, 41st Floor, Manhattan Place, 23 Wang Tai Road, Kowloon Bay, Hong Kong Bay Area Compliance Laboratories Corp.
Rather than taking action your- self, please get in touch with technically qualified or Kortho- trained personnel. As with the TT-series printer, the power supply is not intended for outdoor use.
A5.2 Intended use The power supply was designed and conceived for Kortho's TT series. This is why Kortho recom- mends only using this power supply in combination with a TT-series printer. Should you decide oth- erwise, the warranty in the event of electrical damage to your TT-series printer will lapse.
A5.3 Product Description When using the TT-series printer, Kortho recommends using the power supply developed for this purpose. The FPS300.422-056-101 is a stand-alone power supply for single-phase grid systems. The power supply provides a stabilised and galvanically isolated (from the mains) PELV output voltage of 42VDC for the TT-series printer.
manual TT-series A5.4 Features of the external power supply • The negative potential of the outputs is permanently connected to PE inside the unit. • The power supply is built into an IP67 housing, offering protection against electrical, mechanical and fire hazards. •...
manual TT-series A5.5 Installation and mounting instructions • Install the power supply on a flat surface, with the connectors facing down. • Please observe the following minimum installation distances: - 30 mm at the top of the power supply. - 150mm at the bottom (for the cables). - 10mm at the front.
manual TT-series A5.6 Connector cable installation plug The plug of the power supply connector cable does not meet the correct requirements in every mar- ket. For some markets, the supplied plug must be replaced with an IP54 plug. To correctly connect the IP54 plug, please perform the following operations: 1.
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manual TT-series Once the ferrules have been crimped: 6. Secure each ferrule under the appropriate connection with a screw. 7. Tighten the two screws of the cable clamp. - This ensures the strain relief of the cable. 8. Slide the connector and housing of the IP54 plug back together.
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