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MICROCOM CORPORATION
MODEL 470
DIRECT THERMAL / THERMAL TRANSFER PRINTER
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Part Number 880010-0317
October 1995
Software Version 3.17

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  • Page 1 MICROCOM CORPORATION MODEL 470 DIRECT THERMAL / THERMAL TRANSFER PRINTER OPERATOR'S MANUAL Part Number 880010-0317 October 1995 Software Version 3.17...
  • Page 2 Other products, names, and brands are trademarks of their respective holders. © FastFont Typefaces are Copyright 1993, Page Technology Marketing, Inc. This manual is subject to change without notice. © Copyright 1994,1995 Microcom Corporation, Westerville, Ohio - All rights reserved. Printed in the U.S.A.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    UNPACKING THE 470 PRINTER ........7...
  • Page 4 PROMPTING COMMANDS ........84 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...
  • Page 5 11.1MICROCOM GRAPHICS CONVERSION UTILITIES ..... . 89 11.2 MICROCOM DOWNLOADABLE FONT UTILITY ..... . . 89 11.3 ADDITIONAL DOWNLOADABLE FONTS .
  • Page 6 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...
  • Page 7 Microcom Label ........
  • Page 8 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 9: Introduction

    470's memory for high speed printer access. The 470 is capable of printing on most types of label stock or fax paper. It offers operation in a tag/tear, peel-and-dispense, batch mode, and user-defined advance mode. It can handle blow- hole, black-line, label gap, and continuous stock.
  • Page 10 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 11: Chapter 1: Features And Specifications

    The Microcom 470 Direct Thermal/Thermal Transfer printer is designed with many standard features that are unique when compared to other printers. The 470 is built to meet the demands of complicated applications and rigorous use. A guarantee of excellence in engineering is provided by fulfilling the requirements for approval by UL, CSA and the FCC.

  • Page 12: Bar Codes

    Serial: RS-232C, 25-pin female D-Sub connector (DCE) and 2Kbytes buffer -Flow control: XON/XOFF, CTS -Baud rate: 300 to 38400, user-selectable -Parity: odd, even or none -Data bits: 7 or 8 Parallel: 36-pin female Centronics® connector and 2Kbytes buffer )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 13: Physical

    OPTIONS Cleaning Kit Assorted Printer Cables On-screen label design PC software packages PCX to printer graphics conversion PC software PCX to downloadable bitmap PC software Downloadable fonts 1.10 APPROVALS UL, CSA, Complies with FCC, Class A )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 14: Features And Specifications

    KEYPAD PAPER SUPPLY RACK RIGHT SIDE COVER RIBBON VIEW WINDOW PAPER SLOT RIGHT SIDE FRONT PANEL BACKING PAPER SLOT Microcom 470 Printer Front View Figure 1 RIGHT SIDE COVER LEFT SIDE COVER RACK THUMB SCREW PARALLEL PORT LEFT PAPER SUPPLY RACK...

  • Page 15: Chapter 2: Basic Operation

    CHAPTER 2: BASIC OPERATION UNPACKING THE 470 PRINTER While unpacking the printer, please check all packing materials closely to avoid misplacing any necessary parts. After the printer is removed from the box, verify that all parts are present and in good condition (see Figure 3). All packaging material should be kept and used if the printer is to be shipped.

  • Page 16: Print/Pause Key

    (see ^D29 chapter 5.3.10). 2.4.2 FEED KEY Pressing and holding the 'FEED' key will cause the printer to advance until released. This key can be use to load and align paper stock. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 17: On-Line Key

    The Alpha Numeric keys are used to modify formats and input variable data into the printer. The unshifted characters are 0 through 9 and the period. The shift key is pressed once for the characters ADGJMPSVX$ and the clear key, twice for BEHKNQTWZ%, and three times for CFILORUZ&. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 18: Menu Operation

    1. Press then to input an A. Press then then to input a B. Press then then then to input a C. Press then to input a space. Press to scroll left or right through entry. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 19: Loading Media

    (see section 2.8). Thermal Transfer Note: The 470 will, on power-up, automatically sense a loaded ribbon and select thermal transfer mode. Please note that the printer will not select thermal transfer mode if the ribbon is loaded after the printer is turned on.

  • Page 20: Ribbon Selection

    )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) RIBBON SELECTION Many different ribbons can be used with the 470. However, to extend printhead life and achieve quality results, it is necessary to correctly match the ribbon to the receiver stock. Incorrect matching can cause premature printhead failure. Please contact Microcom concerning recommended media and compatibility.

  • Page 21: Chapter 3: Communications

    This configuration may be changed as shown in Appendix E. CABLE PINOUT Table 1 shows the signals of the 470's 25-pin RS-232 serial port and table 2 shows the parallel port configuration. If serial RS-232-C communication is selected and XON/XOFF hand shaking is used, the only signals the 470 requires are the RXD, TXD, and GND signals.

  • Page 22: Printer Cables

    For parallel connection: Use a standard 36 pin male Centronics® to 25 pin male cable, connected from the desired parallel port of the host computer to the 36 pin connector on the 470. For serial connection: If your host computer has a...

  • Page 23: Chapter 4: Designing Labels Using Lds

    GETTING STARTED There are many different machines that can send information to the 470 printer: For example - main frames, mini-computers, special purpose computers and PC's. However, if you are using the printer for the first time, the easiest way to start is with a PC and a terminal emulation software program.

  • Page 24: Pc Connection (Parallel)

    DOS copy command. (To use the DOS copy command, first use the DOS mode instruction to configure the PC. For example, MODE COM1:9600,N,8,1,P). There are some special features offered by the 470 printer that will aid in label design. For example, the autosize command (^A2^D395) will provide most of the header format information needed to define the different properties of label stock.

  • Page 25: Microcom Label

    3,100,150, 5,16,2,,,,305 Field #4 information ^D565 Select RAM Format ^D25 Text Data is Coming EASY5 Text String #1 MICROCOM MAKES IT5 Text String #2 HELLO5 Text String #3 ^D35 Print Label 1 Microcom Label Figure 6 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 26: Label Header

    The value of measurement for many of the header elements is the dot. There are 203 dots per inch on a 470 print head (8 dots/mm). There is a maximum 832 dots in the X direction (width). The Y direction (length) is 4060 dots or 20 inches long. (The print length is virtually unlimited in Epson®...

  • Page 27: Label Header Parameters Of A 4" X 3" Label

    FEED DIRECTION OR 12 DOTS THIS IS THE WEB VALUE MICROCOM Y BEGINNING THIS IS 0,0 OR 25 DOTS .125 THIS IS THE GAP VALUE Label Header Parameters of a 4" X 3" Label Figure 7 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 28: Print Speed

    DPS parameters can be inserted into the label header. Note that a higher value slows the printer down and a smaller value speeds it up. See Table 3 for a list of print speeds, DPS values, and inches per second. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 29: Operators Manual

    134.6 132.1 129.5 127.0 124.5 121.9 119.4 116.8 114.3 111.8 109.2 106.7 104.1 101.6 99.1 96.5 94.0 91.4 88.9 86.4 83.8 81.3 78.7 76.2 73.7 71.7 68.6 66.0 63.5 61.0 58.4 55.9 53.3 50.8 Table 3 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...
  • Page 30 It may also be necessary to adjust this value if using material with a sense position not located at the end of the stock. The 470 uses the following formula to determine the SPG setting: If label height is greater than or equal to 580, then SPG=580 If label height is less than 580, subtract (LSY+GAP) from 580 until the answer is negative, then add (LSY+GAP) back to become positive again.

  • Page 31: A Sample Session (Header)

    - OFX and OFY. Because they were not entered, the printer assumes the default values, 0 in their cases. Likewise, since the AGD and SPG were defaulted, the carriage return could have followed the DPS. Note: Defaulted fields must be separated by commas. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 32: Label Fields

    The Y coordinate increases in size from the bottom to the top of the label (See Figure 7). A YB of 203 would place text one inch from the bottom of the label. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 33: Upc-A Bar Code

    CC, then the remainder of the text string is ignored. If the text string has less than the number of characters specified by this parameter, then only those characters defined by the text string are printed. For example, the text string - MICROCOM - would be 8 characters long.

  • Page 34: Bitmapped Font Descriptions

    - Not Used Bitmapped Font Descriptions Height Decender Width Spacing Font Type Standard Lower Case Bold Standard Lower Case Lower Case OCR-A Lower Case Standard Lower Case Lower/Bold Lower Case Lower/Thin Lower/Fancy Lower/Bold Standard Table 4 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 35: Bar Code Symbologies

    Chapter 4 Designing Labels Using LDS )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) Table 5 constitutes the bar codes available on the 470 printer. Some bar codes offer different ratios to accommodate different applications. See Section 7.1 for more information on designing with bar codes. Bar code Symbologies...

  • Page 36: Character Starting Positions

    (CGN) is used. Bar codes have default spacing according to the indicated multiplier. Multiplying a text string will not multiply the spacing between characters. This element should be used to properly space the characters. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 37: Circular Bar Code Attribute Numbers

    Circular Bar code Attribute Numbers Table 7 PROPORTIONAL SPACING (Text Only) If this parameter is set to a value of 1, text characters will be proportionally spaced. If set to a 1, they will be non-proportionally spaced. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 38: Vector Fonts

    CC, then the remainder of the text string is ignored. If the text string has less than the number of characters specified by this parameter, then only those characters defined by the text string are printed. For example, the text string - MICROCOM - would be 8 characters long.

  • Page 39: Vector Font Descriptions

    Values 0 to 255 are positive space kerning and 256 to 512 are negative space kerning. For example, a value of 2 would add 2 dots between each character and a value of 257 would subtract 2 spaces from each character. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...
  • Page 40 A value of 0 is normal. PEN WIDTH This parameter sets the width of the pen used to draw each character. An increased pen width will cause characters to appear more bold. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 41: Graphic Image Fields

    If this parameter is omitted, the height of the graphic image will not be modified. If this field is used the printer will expand or shrink the Y dimension of the image to "fit in frame". TEXT CONVERSION IDENTIFIER Always set to 7. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 42: Four Graphic Images

    Please note that the above format references two graphic images which have previously been sent and stored in the printer. See Chapter 6 for information on loading graphics. ^D575 1,831,14005 355,20,,,7,15 355,400,,,7,25 100,20,,,7,35 150,270,,,7,45 ^D565 ^D35 Four Graphic Images - Four Rotations Figure 8 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 43: Lines

    TEXT CONVERSION IDENTIFIER A value of 5 will produce round line ends and a value of 6 will produce square line ends. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 44: Lines

    Designing Labels Using LDS Chapter 4 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) PEN WIDTH This parameter will set the width of the pen used to draw the line. MAKING LINES Program sample: Lines ^D575 50,500,250,500,6,205 100,50,100,550,6,205 250,50,250,550,6,205 250,250,150,250,6,205 ^D565 ^D35 Lines Figure 9 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 45: Filled Rectangle

    TEXT CONVERSION IDENTIFIER Always set to a value of 9. ATTRIBUTE NUMBER If this parameter is set to a value of 2, the field can be printed white on black. A value of 0 is normal. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 46: Filled Oval

    TEXT CONVERSION IDENTIFIER Always set to a value of 18. ATTRIBUTE NUMBER If this parameter is set to a value of 2, the field can be printed white on black. A value of 0 is normal. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 47: Framed Oval

    The Y dimension width of the frame (measured in dots). ATTRIBUTE NUMBER If this parameter is set to a value of 2, the field can be printed white on black. A value of 0 is normal. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 48: A Sample Session (Fields)

    The TSN is 1, therefore the entire word EASY will print (a TSN of 2 would have printed ASY). CLX and CLY will default to 5 and 7, respectively, so a full character will be printed. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 49: Chapter 5: Printer Commands

    CHAPTER 5: PRINTER COMMANDS The 470 printer has a large and versatile collection of command codes to meet the special needs of labeling applications. Most of the commands use a ^D control sequence, however the printer also recognizes a selected number of other control sequences.

  • Page 50: Printer Enquiries

    The 470 printer is capable of returning responses to enquiries in three different ways depending on how the machine is programmed. (see software dip switch #1 position 1 and 2, ^D21, Section 5.3.) The text equivalent response returns a text string, giving the state of the...

  • Page 51: Sending ^D Printer Commands

    'test mode' by turning on the printer with the PRINT/PAUSE button pressed (this will print a label with switch statistics). Note: Turn the printer off and back on to clear this test mode. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...
  • Page 52 Menu System: If disabled, the 'DISPLAY' and 'ENTER' keys will not respond. All other keys function normally. XON/XOFF: Enable or disable XON/XOFF software handshaking. Clear To Send (CTS) hardware handshaking is always enabled. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...
  • Page 53 Please contact your service organization if changes or additions need to be made to the ROM formats (i.e., the standard power-up label). 6,7,8 Power-up Format Selection: These switches decide which format to use as a power-up label. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...
  • Page 54 Pulse Tone On Piezo: If set to 1, the piezo is disabled. Ribbon Break Sensor: If disabled, no error will occur if ribbon is out. Temp Display Selection: If set to 1, temperature will be displayed in Fahrenheit degrees instead of Celsius. Not Used )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...
  • Page 55 See the ^D39 command in section 5.3 for more information on auto-sizing. Pass ASCII Text Over 7F: If set to 1, the printer will process characters over 7F hex. European Configuration European Configuration European Configuration )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...
  • Page 56 (^D78) on the first LCD line and the current time on the second LCD line. Not Used Not Used Auto Adjust for Black Line Darkness: When set to 1, the 470 will automatically adjust the D91 setting to the correct value on power-up. Not Used Not Used Auto Error Message Transmission: When set to 1, all catastrophic error messages will automatically be sent to the serial port.

  • Page 57: Printing Commands

    This command is most useful in tag/tear or peel-and- dispense modes. ^A1 activates this mode. Can be used with serial numbers. Example usage: ^A1^D74^D35 - prints until printer is turned off or paused. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 58: Autosizing And Valid Gap Commands

    To autosize blow-hole stock, set software dip switch 4 for blow-hole stock (see Section 4.4) and then autosize. There is also a power-up autosize feature as defined in section 5.3, ^D24. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...
  • Page 59 This condition occurs because the default ^D91 value cannot adjust for stock that has unusual translucent properties (old stock, thick tag stock, unusual backing paper, etc.). This problem can be easily rectified by autosizing the stock. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 60: Real-Time Clock

    ...where xxx is the day of the week. These values should be inserted into the Field parameters for proper clock text access: Clock Field Parameters TEXT HH:MM:SS MM/DD/YY Day of Week DD/MM/YY Day of Week Table 10 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...
  • Page 61 A sample program using the clock function: ^D575 2,,6095 0,320,40,8,16,2,,4,2,60,,105 0,320,20,8,1,10,,4,,,,105 ^D565 ^D35 ^D575 3,,6095 0,320,40,12,16,2,,4,2,60,2,235 0,320,20,12,1,10,,4,,,,235 1,320,110,20,1,11,,45 ^D565 ^D25 EUROPEAN DATE FORMAT5 ^D35 ^D575 3,,6095 0,320,40,12,16,2,,4,2,60,2,105 0,320,20,12,1,10,,4,,,,105 1,320,110,20,1,11,,45 ^D565 ^D25 US DATE FORMAT5 ^D35 ^D575 3,,6095 0,320,20,34,1,10,,45 0,550,80,8,1,10,3,45 1,320,60,18,1,13,,45 ^D565 ^D35 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 62: Serial Number Commands

    5.3.5 SERIAL NUMBER COMMANDS The following commands, ^D80 through ^D89, refer to the serial numbering functions of the 470 printer. The 470 can increment or decrement any single serial number by any amount. Command Disable all serial numbering. Disable Single Serial Number Field: Will disable an individual serial number field.

  • Page 63: Printer

    ;Reserve a space for serialized field 1 ;Reserve a space for serialized field 2 ^A1^D825 ;Tell printer to use slot 1 on TSN 1 "1" ^A2^D825 ;Tell printer to use slot 2 on TSN 2 "2" ^D35 ;Print )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 64: Label Header Commands

    Load label control byte number (LCB): ^A specifies the method of gap detection. Load number of steps to activate gap detector (AGD): ^A determines the number of steps. Load number of steps past gap (SPG): ^A designates the number of steps. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 65: Saved Format File Commands

    (slot #). Remember the printer has 32 slots available to store different label formats. It is important to note that the saved format file mode works very well with variable data. Configure the format file with all the positioning and header information. Follow this )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...
  • Page 66 File #3 shows how a second saved format would look. The data and processing commands for file #3 are contained in file #4. NOTE: <ESC> = 1B hex or ESCAPE character File #1 ^A1^D595 "sample" ^D575 4,288,193,5,19,30,0,1,1485 1,100,20,10,1,10,0,2,1,1,,15 1,210,20,7,1,10,0,2,2,2,,115 1,152,154,12,12,,0,2,2,100,,185 1,130,54,12,32,,0,2,2,2,,185 ^D565 <ESC> )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...
  • Page 67 24 PRINTS $ 3.79 204963403795 ^D35 File #3 ^A2^D595 "sample 2" ^D575 4,620,161,,18,35,,73,35 1,120,110,50,1,115 2,120, 80,70,1,105 3,120, 60,70,1,105 4,120, 40,70,1,105 ^D565 <ESC> File #4 ^A2^D585 ^D25 MICROCOM CORPORATION5 8333-A GREEN MEADOWS DR., N.5 WESTERVILLE, OH 430815 (614) 548-62625 ^D35 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 68: Label Presence Sensor Control

    It is possible to have more than one mode in effect at a time. For example, Modes 2 & 3 which would cause the label stock to be advanced after a copies count and then remain advanced until another label request is made. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 69: Text Strings Commands

    Text sent after this command will be appended to the pre-padded text. This is useful, for example, if the first two numbers of a bar code are always constant and only the new bar code numbers need to be sent. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...
  • Page 70 ^D64 command. At this point, the printer will print a label and continue to accept data. This mode is useful for interfacing to a device that transmits raw data, such as a scale or meter. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...
  • Page 71 ;data line 10 ^A3^D63 5 ;enable auto print and clear text ^A5^D64 5 ;tell printer to print after 6 (CR) ^A6^D61 5 ;tell printer to start new data entry at data line 6 instead of 1 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 72: 5.3.10 Miscellaneous Printer Commands

    SOFT SWITCH BANK 2: 01010001 SOFT SWITCH BANK 3: 00000000 SOFT SWITCH BANK 4: 00000000 SOFT SWITCH BANK 5: 00000000 SOFT SWITCH BANK 6: 00000000 SERIAL PARAMETERS: 9600-N-8-1 LDS 470 REV 2.3 03/26/93 Status Label Figure 10 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...
  • Page 73 <ESC> L Select Low Speed Double Density Graphics <ESC> Y Select High Speed Double Density Graphics <ESC> * Select Graphics Mode Carriage Return Line Feed Form Feed Hard Tab Back Space Delete Shift Out Device Control 4 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...
  • Page 74 Command Select Default Label Layout: Select from the ROM power-up label layout. Only used if you have a special lay-out burned into the ROM by Microcom. ^A selects which one (1-8), if more than one are present. End User Defined Field Definitions: Tells the printer that all field definitions are complete.

  • Page 75: Chapter 6: Loading Graphic Images

    The Microcom 470 printer is capable of storing multiple graphic images. You may either use the Microcom "PCX2470" software to create a PGS or PGV file from a PCX or PCC file, or use your own software to format a graphics file into a form that the printer can understand.

  • Page 76: Operators Manual

    0000100 00000101000 01011000 000000100111 0101000 00000010111 01011001 000000101000 0101011 00000011000 01011010 000001011000 0010011 000011001010 01011011 000001011001 0100100 000011001011 01001010 000000101011 0011000 000011001100 01001011 000000101100 00000010 000011001101 00110010 000001011010 00000011 000001101000 00110011 000001100110 00011010 000001101001 00110100 000001100111 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 77: Graphic Terminating Codes

    0000001110111 2496 000000011110 000000011110 1280 011011001 0000001010010 2560 000000011111 000000011111 Graphic Terminating Codes Table 11 The following is a sample graphics file and the image it produces. (magnified) ^A01^D101"MicroLogo "010028001E005200037EE0380036E80D3A0036180E060036AC 0060C30A00B6091306C03661C200D8264C1800DB84090360BBDD6EB701B0DD6EB7DB00D86EB7DB 6D006CB7DBED3600B6DBED761B00DBED76BB0D80ED76BBDD06C076BBDD6E0360BBDD6EB701B0DD 6EB7DB00D86EB7DB6D006CB7DBED3600B6DBED761B00DBED76BB0D80ED76BBDD06C076BBDD6E03 60BBDD6EB701B0DD6EB7DB00D86 EB7DB6D006CB7DBED3600CEF77D DF3800 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 78: Graphic Image Command Summary

    Clear only graphic images in volatile user memory Clear only downloadable fonts in volatile user memory Read Volatile User Memory: The 470 will send the contents of the volatile (320KB) user memory to the serial port. Send list of graphic images and downloadable fonts in volatile user memory...

  • Page 79: Chapter 7: Bar Codes

    The UPC-A bar code is primarily used in the supermarket industry. It contains 11 numeric data characters and a single numeric check digit. The 470 must be provided at least 11 digits in order to print a scanable bar code. The 12th digit may be omitted because the printer will automatically insert the correct check sum value.
  • Page 80 This selection is the same as above TCI 40, except that the printer will not automatically select the most efficient mode. This mode is necessary when to comply with certain industry specifications that call for a specific subset to be used. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 81: Code 128 Special Function Access

    It can encode the characters 0 through 9, -$:.+ABCD and four different start/stop characters. Code 93, TCI=43 Code 93 is a high density, full alphanumeric, variable length, bar code. Through the use of reserved shift characters, it can encode all of the first 128 ASCII characters. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 82: Designing With Bar Codes

    Program sample: Bar codes in four rotations (See Figure 11) ^D575 9,814,6095 1,320,30,11,1,10,,45 2,320,120,11,1,10,,45 2,320,137,1,16,2,,4,2,40,25 3,487,254,11,1,10,3,45 3,470,254,2,16,2,3,4,40,2,25 4,320,387,11,1,10,1,45 4,320,370,3,16,2,1,4,2,40,25 5,160,254,11,1,10,2,45 5,177,254,3,16,2,2,4,40,2,25 ^D565 ^D25 ROTATIONS5 0 DEGREES5 90 DEGREES5 180 DEGREES5 270 DEGREES5 ^D35 Bar code Rotations Figure 11 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 83: Bar Code Human Readables

    Format sample: Bar codes with human readables (See Figure 13) ^D575 16,814,6095 1,100,20,17,1,105 3,60,37,11,32,,,,2,25 3,82,55,11,12,,,,2,605 2,375,20,19,1,105 3,350,37,11,33,,,,2,25 3,372,55,11,12,,,,2,605 4,80,150,19,1,105 4,65,167,12,20,,,,2,60,,85 5,408,150,14,1,105 5,395,167,7,21,,,,2,60,,7 6,110,270,5,1,105 6,120,287,12,13,,,,2,60,,85 9,180,270,8,3,105 7,400,270,5,1,105 7,470,287,12,13,,,,2,60,,85 Bar code Human Readables 8,460,270,8,3,105 Figure 13 ^D565 ^D25 UPC-A HR W/CHKSUM5 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...
  • Page 84 Barcodes Chapter 7 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) UPC-A HR W/O CHKSUM5 012345678905 EAN13 0123456789015 EAN8 01234565 UPC-E 001234000055 UPC-E 101234000055 ^D35 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 85: Chapter 8: Special Effects

    REVERSED PRINT (WHITE TEXT OVER BLACK) The 470 has the ability to print white text on a user definable black background. The black background can be automatically added by using an AN of 4. If this method is used, the size of the black background will automatically be adjusted to match the amount of text entered.

  • Page 86: Reverse Imaging

    ;SHADOW using 14 dot wide pen and AN=2 2,20,180,9,4,1,0,0,90,100,9,1,0,245 ;Note the shifted X&Y coordinates above 2,17,183,9,4,1,0,0,90,100,9,1,2,125 1,150,790,143,95 ;Print a large black rectangle 3,20,030,9,4,1,0,0,90,100,9,1,2,205 ;Place the word REVERSED on top and AN=2 ^D565 ^D25 HOLLOWED5 SHADOWED5 REVERSED5 ^D35 Reverse Imaging Figure 14 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 87: Chapter 9: Downloadable Fonts

    CHAPTER 9: DOWNLOADABLE FONTS The 470 is capable of storing up to 8 downloadable fonts in non-volatile user memory (192KB) and up to 16 downloadable fonts in volatile DRAM (320KB). The printer treats downloadable fonts just like the standard bit mapped fonts mentioned in chapter 4.5.1. Since the printer has the ability to rotate characters, only the Portrait or 0 degree rotation is required.

  • Page 88: Downloadable Font Structure

    Soft Fonts Chapter 9 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) Command Read Volatile User Memory: The 470 will send the contents of the volatile (320KB) user memory to the serial port. List volatile graphic images and downloadable fonts List volatile graphic images List volatile downloadable fonts Read Non-Volatile User Memory: The 470 will send the contents of non- volatile 192KB user memory to the serial port.
  • Page 89 The lower left hand corner of the character data is the last encoded pier. The data in a byte of the pixel array may contain the image data of more than one character. The size of a tier should always be an integral of 32, even if filler must be added to the data. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...
  • Page 90 Soft Fonts Chapter 9 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) Sample 'C' structure of a Microcom Downloadable Font /* Microcom Downloadable Font Structure */ /* header data */ typedef struct _Mic_ras char font_name_2[18]; /* font name surrounded by asterisk's */ unsigned short size_of; /* number of words following */...

  • Page 91: Chapter 10: Prompting

    CHAPTER 10: PROMPTING To expand the versatility of the 470 printer, Microcom has added self prompting to the list of features. The prompting software can be configured to run through a preset series of prompts (Buffer Mode), or it can be controlled by a host computer (Slave Mode). The following sections explain how to use these two modes.

  • Page 92: 10.2 Prompting Commands

    While in prompt mode, press <SHIFT> <SHIFT> <SHIFT> <CLEAR> to erase any text on the 2nd LCD line. The 470 will start at the beginning of a prompt list and execute each command in sequence. This prompt list is stored using ^D1225 followed by the prompt list and ending with a ^W.
  • Page 93 1=Numeric entry only ***.)))))))))))) > Text Starting Position: **.))))))))))))) > *.)))))))))))))) > .))))))))))))))) > 2nd... SPECIAL CODES: Serial characters (decimal values) Exits prompting during text entry. Accepts current text string without modification (<CR> does this also) )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 94: 10.3 Calculator Commands

    Example: 9987654321.1234567899 would be redefined to 987654321.123456790 before any calculation is performed. The 470 floating point calculator does accept signed entry. Example: -23.45 In multiplication, if the answer overflows the 9 digit maximum on whole numbers and fractions, the answer is indeterminate.
  • Page 95 +200, send the following ^D1525 "-100:200"5) DATABASE SUBSTITUTIONS: The 470 has a 1024 byte database buffer to check the integrity of imputed data. Once the data is checked, new data can be substituted. Case sensitivity can be enabled on the data checks by setting prompt status word #2, bit position 6, to a one.

  • Page 96: Prompting Sample

    ^AB0000101011011111^D1205 ^AB0000000000000001^D1245 ^D1215 "Enter CITY "5 ^AB0110111001001111^D1205 ;Start of last prompt ^AB0000000000000010^D1245 ;Note that is no text field ^D1215 ;selected. There is only a "Enter COPIES "5 ;prompt. ;Terminate Buffer Prompt mode Prompting Sample Figure 15 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 97: Chapter 11: Options

    This PC software program decodes PCX files and converts them to the Microcom 470 format which can be stored in the 470 printer. It supports all 470 graphics features. See chapter 4.5.3 and 6 for more information about printing graphic images.

  • Page 98: Appendix A: Warranty And Repair Procedures

    LDS code revision number ready. You will need to give a statement of the needed service. If you are contacting Microcom direct, you will be issued an RMA number. Do not return the printer to Microcom without first receiving an RMA number. The RMA number should appear on the shipping carton.

  • Page 99: Appendix B: Label Samples

    31 deg rotation 5 58 deg rotation 5 90 deg rotation 5 MIRROR IMAGES 5 ROUND OR SQUARE 5 PEN SHAPE 5 VECTOR TEXT 5 COMPLETE 5 FONT 5 AND 5 PEN SIZE 5 ^D3 5 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 100: Lines

    8333-A GREEN MEADOWS DR., N. 5 43081-9443 5 WESTERVILLE, OH ^D3 5 BAR CODES ^D57 5 3,800,200,,,18,0,, 80, 0,0 5 1,300, 30,5, 4, 1,0,0,27,30,3,1,0,5 5 2,268,100,8,21, 2,0,0, 3,80 5 2,296, 71,8, 1,10,0,0, 1, 1 5 ^D56^D2 5 EAN-8 5 12345678 5 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 101: Appendix B Label Samples

    I25 MOD 10 5 1234567890 5 ^D3 5 ^D57 5 3,800,200,,,18,0,, 80,0,0 5 1,260, 30, 8, 4, 1,0,0,27,30,3,1,0,5 5 2,213,100,11,40, 2,0,0, 3,80 5 2,298, 71, 9, 1,10,0,0, 1, 1 5 ^D56^D2 5 CODE 128 5 123456789 5 ^D3 5 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 102: Mirror

    2,771, 35,30,4,1,240,0,25,25,1,1,0, 3 5 3,571,270,30,4,1,120,0,25,25,1,1,0, 3 5 4,371, 30,30,4,1,270,0,25,25,1,1,0, 3 5 5,171,270,30,4,1, 65,0,25,25,1,1,0, 3 5 6,151,230,30,4,1,140,0,25,25,1,1,0, 3 5 ^D56 5 ^D2 5 VECTOR TEXT 5 MICROCOM 5 CORPORATION 5 MICROCOM 5 CORPORATION 5 !!!!!!!! 5 MIRRORED 5 ^D3 5 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 103: Reversed Printing

    8, 40,301,14,1, 8 5 9, 40,282,14,1, 9 5 10, 40,260,14,1,10 5 11, 40,235,14,1,11 5 12, 40,207,14,1,12 5 13, 40,157,14,1,13 5 14, 40,107,14,1,14 5 15, 40, 62,14,1,19 5 ^D56 5 ^D2 5 5X3 5 FONT 5X5 5 FONT )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...
  • Page 104 5,100, 62, 3, 1,10,,,, 8 5 4,100,168, 3, 1,10,,,, 4 5 3,100,226, 3, 1,10,,,, 2 5 2,100,260, 3, 1,10 5 ^D56 5 ^D2 5 Y MULTIPLIER 5 1Y 5 2Y 5 4Y 5 8Y 5 ^D3 5 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...
  • Page 105 9,620,441 5 1,320, 30,11, 1,10, ,4 5 2,320,120,11, 1,10, ,4 5 2,320,137, 1,16, 2, ,4, 2,40,2 5 3,487,254,11, 1,10,3,4 5 3,470,254, 2,16, 2,3,4,40, 2,2 5 4,320,387,11, 1,10,1,4 5 4,320,370, 3,16, 2,1,4, 2,40,2 5 5,160,254,11, 1,10,2,4 5 5,177,254, 3,16, 2,2,4,40, 2,2 5...
  • Page 106 Label Samples Appendix B )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) ^D57 5 1,620,441,,,,,,,,100 5 1,100,100,15,1,13 5 ^D56 5 ^D2 5 Y OFFSET OF 100 5 ^D3 5 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 107: Appendix C: Sample Basic Program

    APPENDIX C: SAMPLE BASIC PROGRAM This Basic program produces labels for computer diskettes. It is intended to show the simplicity that higher languages communicate with the 470 printer. Communication parameters may need to be changed for some computers. 10 OPEN "COM1:9600,N,8,1,RS" AS #1...

  • Page 108: Appendix D: Quick Reference Command Summary

    The following is a list of FILLED OVAL field mnemonics and their default values: XC, YC, RX, RY,TCI 1, 18 The following is a list of FRAMED OVAL field mnemonics and their default values: XC, YC, RX, RY,TCI, FX, FY 1, 19, )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...
  • Page 109 Text with UPC-A Checksum and Extended Bars Added Text with UPC-A With Extended Bars Added Postnet Code 128 bar code (Automatic Compression) Code 128 bar code (No Compression) Codabar bar code Code 93 bar code AS-10 bar code )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...
  • Page 110 *******. 1=XON/XOFF Enable, 0=Disable ******.) 1=Menu System Disable, 0=Enable *****.)) 1=Echo Enable, 0=Disable ****.))) 1=Disable Copies Count Prompt, 0=Enable ***.)))) Not Used **.))))) 1=Ignore Control Codes, 0=Accept *.)))))))), .)))))))),* Enquiry Response 00=Control Codes 10=Text Equivalent 11=^Equivalent )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...
  • Page 111 Not Used *****.))) Not Used ****.)))) 1=Pass ASCII over 7F, 0=Less than 80 only ***.))))) 1=Auto-size on Power-up Enable, 0=Disable **.)))))) 1=Blow-hole Stock Enable, 0=Disable *.))))))) 1=2" Epson® Emulation Enable, 0=Disable .)))))))) 1=4" Epson® Emulation Enable, 0=Disable )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...
  • Page 112 Change SW6: Software dip switch #6. Below is the ^AB sequence. 12345678 ^ABxxxxxxxx *******.) Not Used ******.)) Not Used *****.))) Not Used ****.)))) Not Used ***.))))) Not Used **.)))))) Not Used *.))))))) Not Used .)))))))) Not Used )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...
  • Page 113 Check Voltages: This command will send the current power supply voltages and head temperature measurements to the communications port. Epson® Similar Emulation: 40 column Epson® similar emulation (2 inch) 80 column Epson® similar emulation (4 inch) )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...
  • Page 114 Enter Label Format Mode: This tells the printer that information for a label is following. Process Non-Volatile Format: ^A selects which one (1-8). Section 5.3.6. Save Format File: ^A selects which one (1-8). Section 5.3.6. Clears command 61 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...
  • Page 115 Load Label Count: Tells the printer to print a batch of labels using the serial number function if enabled. Load Delay Time Between Labels: Preceded by ^A which contains the wait in 1/10ths of a second. Maximum value is 650. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...
  • Page 116 Load New Serial Number Into Memory: This command loads a serial number into non-volatile user memory. XX is used to select the serial number slot (1-16). The actual serial number, up to 9 characters, is placed in quotes and follows the ^AXX^D865. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...
  • Page 117 Turn on peel-and dispense mode. Load Graphic Image into Non-Volatile User Memory: ^A select which volatile slot to place the image in (1-16). Load Volatile Graphic Image: ^A select which volatile slot to place the image in (1-16). )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...
  • Page 118 Clear only graphic images in volatile user memory Clear only downloadable fonts in volatile user memory Read Volatile User Memory: The 470 will send the contents of the volatile (320KB) user memory to the serial port. Send list of graphic images and downloadable fonts...
  • Page 119 Commas must separate entries in the database. Load Range into Range Buffer: The floating point low range and high range must be separated by a colon. (Example: To load a range between -100 and +200, send the following ^D1525 "-100:200"5) )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...
  • Page 120 Pad Floating Point Whole Number: This command will pad the floating point whole number with 0's until the length is equal to the length specified by the 'X' value. If the number of characters is less than or equal to 'X', no operation will be performed. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 121: Appendix E: Hardware Dip Switches

    12345678 xxxxxxxx *******. 0=Normal, 1=Terminate Transmit Line ******.) 0=Normal, 1=Terminate Receive Line *****.)) 0=485, 1=422 ***** ****.))) 0=Address Bit 4 ***.)))) 0=Address Bit 3 **.))))) 0=Address Bit 2 *.)))))) 0=Address Bit 1 .))))))) 0=Address Bit 0 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

  • Page 122: Index

    Field Parameters 24, 40, 52, 74 Fixed Text 58 Flow Control 4, 44, 66 Form Feed 45, 65 Graphic Images 1, 34, 67, 70, 79, 80, 89, 110 Human Readables 75 Justification 27, 28, 31 Keypad 3, 7, 8, 45, 85 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...
  • Page 123 Variable Text 45 VDD 42 Vector Text 101 Warranty 7, 89, 90 XOFF 4, 13, 42, 44, 102 XON 4, 13, 42, 44, 102 Y Beginning Coordinate 24, 30, 33, 35, 37 Y Direction Offset 22, 57, 106 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...
  • Page 124 Notes ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 470 Operators Manual...

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