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  • Page 1 User Manual...
  • Page 2: Copyright And Trademarks

    Copyright and Trademarks Disclaimer This manual is proprietary to PDC, a Brady Worldwide, Inc. business, and may be revised from time to time without notice. Brady and PDC disclaim any understanding to provide you with such revisions, if any. This manual is copyrighted with all rights reserved. No portion of this manual may be copied or reproduced by any means without the prior written consent of Brady or PDC.
  • Page 3: Warranty

    Warranty Our products are sold with the understanding that the buyer will test them in actual use and determine for themself the adaptability to their intended uses. PDC warrants to the buyer that its products are free from defects in material and workmanship, but limits its obligation under this warranty to replacement of the product shown to PDC’s satisfaction to have been defective at the time PDC sold it.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1 • Introduction System Specifications....................1 Physical and Environmental Characteristics ............1 2 • Setup Unpacking the Printer ....................2 What’s in the Box ....................2 Save the Packaging ....................2 Supplies ........................2 Printer Components ....................3 Power .......................... 5 Setting up a Printer....................6 Install the PDC Printer Application ................6 Connect a Printer ....................6 Loading the Carrier....................
  • Page 5 Wristband Information .................... 16 5 • Maintenance Cleaning........................17 Upgrading Firmware....................17 Using the App or Embedded Web Server ............17 Using a USB Drive ....................18 Updating Printer Label Library Values ..............18 Using the App or Embedded Web Server ............18 Using a USB Drive ....................19 Mounting Printer ......................
  • Page 6: Introduction

    1 Introduction System Specifications The Certis C1-30 Thermal Patient ID Printer printer has the following specifications: • One hand carrier loading • Weight 3 lb (1.4 kg) not including carrier • Direct Thermal Print Mechanism 300 dpi • Adult and pediatric wristbands available Physical and Environmental Characteristics The Certis C1-30 Thermal Patient ID Printer has the following physical and environmental characteristics:...
  • Page 7: Setup

    2 Setup Unpacking the Printer Carefully unpack and inspect the exterior and interior of the printer. What’s in the Box Before setting up the printer, verify that you have received the following items in the packaging: • Certis C1-30 Thermal Patient ID Printer Wristband Printer •...
  • Page 8: Printer Components

    Setup Printer Components Printer Components Carrier Window Cover Release Latch Feed Button Stop Button Wristband Exit LED Indicators 1. Indicates percentage of wristbands left in the carrier. When the bottom LED turns red, there is less than 10% remaining. If all three are flashing, an upgrade is in progress.
  • Page 9 Setup Printer Components Bluetooth On/Off Bluetooth Indicator USB Drive Port USB Cable Connection Ethernet Cable Connection Power Button Power Cord Connection • Bluetooth indicator: • Illuminated when Bluetooth is on and the password is set. • Flashing when Bluetooth is on but the password is not set. •...
  • Page 10: Power

    Setup Power Power Power is supplied to the printer through an AC power adapter. CAUTION! Only use approved PDC power adapters for the printer. To power on the printer: 1. Insert the round end of the adapter cable into the plug-in port on the back of the printer. 2.
  • Page 11: Setting Up A Printer

    Setup Setting up a Printer Setting up a Printer Install the PDC Printer Application For more information about specific features in the software, see the chapter “PDC Printer Application” on page Computer Download the PDC Printer Application from pdchealthcare.com/Certis-C1-30-Support Mobile Device Download the PDC Printer Application from Apple App Store or the Google Play Store for a mobile device.
  • Page 12 Setup Setting up a Printer 8. In the PDC Printer Application, click Add Printer. 9. In the next screen, choose the printer to configure from the Printer Discovery list. 10. Click Settings > Import/Export Settings > Import Config File. This section describes how to set up a primary printer and then import those settings to additional printers using a FAT32 formatted USB drive.
  • Page 13: Loading The Carrier

    Setup Loading the Carrier Loading the Carrier PDC carriers come equipped with smart-cell technology that enables the printer to recognize the type of carrier installed to automatically set formatting details on the wristbands. Loading 1. Press the cover release latch and insert the carrier straight down. 2.
  • Page 14: Carrier Assembly

    Setup Loading the Carrier Carrier Assembly If the carrier is accidentally dropped and breaks apart, follow these instructions to assemble. Certis C1-30 Thermal Patient ID Printer User Manual...
  • Page 15: Pdc Printer Application

    3 PDC Printer Application The PDC Printer Application and Embedded Web Server are used to set up printers, perform diagnostics, upgrade firmware and a host of other features described within this chapter. The app can be installed on a computer or mobile device. Alternatively, the Embedded Web Server with this information can be accessed using the printer’s IP address.
  • Page 16: About

    PDC Printer Application Settings About Displays system information about the printer: • Model • Serial number • Ethernet MAC • Bluetooth MAC • Wi-Fi MAC (dependent on model) • Firmware version • Label Library version • Bluetooth firmware version • Wi-Fi firmware version (dependent on model) •...
  • Page 17: Bluetooth Settings

    PDC Printer Application Settings Wireless (Wi-Fi) Only available on select models. View or change the following settings: • IP Settings • IP Address • Subnet Mask • Default Gateway Wi-Fi Settings Only available on select models. • Enable Wi-Fi on the printer by clicking the on/off switch. •...
  • Page 18: Usb Settings

    PDC Printer Application Settings USB Settings Enable or disable the USB port for external drives. Date and Time • Set date and time. • Set time zone. • Sync date and time with device. ZPL Settings • Select the DPI for the ZPL script. •...
  • Page 19: Firmware

    PDC Printer Application Firmware Firmware Check here for updates to firmware and label library files. Keep the firmware up to date so that the printer always has the latest functionality. The label library values are included in a database of carrier part information that enables the printer to work optimally with various carriers.
  • Page 20: Other Documentation

    PDC Printer Application Other Documentation Other Documentation To find user support documentation go to: pdchealthcare.com/Certis-C1-30-Support or scan the QR code below. Certis C1-30 Thermal Patient ID Printer User Manual...
  • Page 21: General Operation

    4 General Operation Training Video To view a training video on printing wristbands scan the QR code below. Wristband Information The information printed onto the patient ID wristband will vary by facility but could include any or all of these fields: •...
  • Page 22: Maintenance

    5 Maintenance Cleaning Perform the following cleaning routine after every multiple of 1,200 wristbands have been printed. This will keep the printer running at optimal performance. To view number of wristbands printed, see “Lifetime Info” on page 1. Lightly moisten a soft (non-scratching) cloth, paper towel or swab with isopropyl alcohol and clean the following components: •...
  • Page 23: Using A Usb Drive

    Maintenance Updating Printer Label Library Values Upgrade via Locally Stored File 1. Open a web browser, go to pdchealthcare.com/Certis-C1-30-Support and download the latest firmware version to your computer or a FAT32 formatted USB drive. 2. Open the PDC Printer Application or access the Embedded Web Server using the printer’s IP address.
  • Page 24: Using A Usb Drive

    Maintenance Mounting Printer 3. Navigate to Firmware. 4. Click Browse. 5. Find the label library upgrade file in your local file structure to upgrade the printer. Using a USB Drive If manually updating multiple printers, the label library can be downloaded from pdchealthcare.com/Certis-C1-30-Support on to a USB drive.
  • Page 25: Recycling

    Maintenance Recycling Recycling Carriers need to be recycled in accordance with local regulations. Before recycling, the used carrier must be pulled apart to release the individual components which then must be recycled in the correct recycling bins. CAUTION! Always wear personal protective equipment (PPE) when dismantling a carrier.
  • Page 26: Recycling Components

    Maintenance Recycling Recycling Components These components should be removed from the carrier and recycled according to the following guidelines. Certis C1-30 Thermal Patient ID Printer User Manual...
  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    6 Troubleshooting LED Behavior Error Light is on and printing is allowed: • No Label Library, or the wrong type, is installed for that printer. Light is on and no printing is capable: • Printhead is overheated or too cold; allow the printer to rest and check the ambient temperature.
  • Page 28: A Regulatory Compliance

    A Regulatory Compliance Agency Compliance and Approvals United States FCC Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
  • Page 29 Regulatory Compliance Agency Compliance and Approvals Batteries Directive 2006/66/EC This product contains a lithium coin cell battery. The crossed-out wheeled bin shown to the left is used to indicate 'separate collection' for all batteries and accumulators in accordance with European Directive 2006/66/EC. Users of batteries must not dispose of batteries as unsorted municipal waste.
  • Page 30: Wireless Regulatory Information

    Regulatory Compliance Wireless Regulatory Information Wireless Regulatory Information Applies to the Wi-Fi module only included in printer models that support wireless communication. Regulatory markings, subject to country certification, are applied to host printer signifying Wi-Fi and Bluetooth (radio) approvals have been obtained. WARNING! Operation of the device without regulatory approval for the region in which the equipment is being operated is illegal.
  • Page 31: Canada

    Regulatory Compliance Wireless Regulatory Information RF exposure guidelines / Important note: This equipment complies with FCC SAR exemption limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment when properly used as instructed. Canada Innovation, Science and Economic Development (ISED) CAN ICES-3 (A)/NMB-3(A) This device contains license-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada's license-exempt RSSs.

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