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Intermec PF8d User Manual

Intermec label printer user’s guide
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  • Page 1 PF 8d Printer & PF 8t User’s Guide...
  • Page 2 PF 8d Printer & PF 8t User’s Guide...
  • Page 3 Intermec Technologies Corporation. Information and specifications contained in this document are subject to change without prior noticed and do not represent a commitment on the part of Intermec Technologies Corporation. © 2007-2009 by Intermec Technologies Corporation. All rights reserved.
  • Page 4 06/2008 Corrected printing speeds for various printhead densities. Added procedure for adjusting Black Mark/Label Stop sensor. Minor format corrections. 08/2007 Removed listing of accessories. Revised information about installing and using a CompactFlash card. Minor format corrections. PF8d/PF8t Printer User’s Guide...
  • Page 5 PF8d/PF8t Printer User’s Guide...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Loading Media for Tear-off Operation ........15 PF8d/PF8t Printer User’s Guide...
  • Page 7 PF8d Specifications ........
  • Page 8 Plain Continuous Stock ............50 PF8d/PF8t Printer User’s Guide...
  • Page 9 Contents viii PF8d/PF8t Printer User’s Guide...

  • Page 10: Before You Begin

    Note: Notes either provide extra information about a topic or contain special instructions for handling a particular condition or set of circumstances. PF8d/PF8t Printer User’s Guide...

  • Page 11: Global Services And Support

    To search for your local representative, from the Intermec web site, click About Us > Contact Us. Service Location Support For the most current listing of service locations, go to www.intermec.com and click Support >Returns and Repairs > Repair Locations. PF8d/PF8t Printer’s User Guide...

  • Page 12: Who Should Read This Manual

    This user’s guide is for the person who is responsible for installing, configuring, and maintaining the PF8d and PF8t printers. This user’s guide provides you with information about the features of the PF8d and PF8t printers, and how to install, configure, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot them. Patent Information...
  • Page 13 1 Visit the Intermec web site at www.intermec.com. 2 Click Support > Manuals. 3 Use the Product Category field, the Product Family field, and the Product field to help you locate the product whose documentation you want to download. PF8d/PF8t Printer’s User Guide...
  • Page 14 Contents PF8d/PF8t Printer User’s Guide xiii...
  • Page 15 Chapter 2 — PF8d/PF8t Printer User’s Guide...

  • Page 16: Using The Pf8 Printers

    Using the PF8 Printers Use this chapter to familiarize yourself with the PF8 printers. In this chapter you will find these sections: • Introducing the PF8 Printers • Features of the PF8 Printers Understanding the LED Indicators •...

  • Page 17: Introducing The Pf8 Printers

    1000 labels, per day. There are two models of the PF8 printer: • The PF8d is a 203 dpi direct thermal printer. • The PF8t is a direct thermal or thermal transfer printer that is available in 203 and 300 dpi models.

  • Page 18: Features Of The Pf8 Printers

    The PF8 printers are controlled by a Power switch, a Feed button, and a multi-color status LED. The Power switch is located on the side of the PF8d and on the back of the PF8t. You can use the Feed button in two ways: •...

  • Page 19: Media Compartment

    The PF8t is a thermal transfer or direct thermal capable printer. The media compartment accommodates the media supply and the transfer ribbon supply. In direct thermal printers like the PF8d, the top cover and the print mechanism are combined into a single unit.

  • Page 20: Other Features And Connections

    Parallel label slot port Serial port port PF8d and PF8t Rear View Connections and Controls The bottom of the PF8d also has hanger holes that allow you to wall- mount the printer. Wall-mount holes Bottom case cover PF8d Wall-Mount Holes...

  • Page 21: Understanding The Led Indicators

    Downloading font, form, or graphic Green (solid) Dump mode Green (solid) Ready mode Green (solid) Print mode Orange (solid) Boot mode Red (blinking) Media jam, overheated printhead or stepper motor Red (blinking) Downloading firmware Red (solid) Error mode PF8d/PF8t Printer User’s Guide...

  • Page 22: Installing The Printer

    Installing the Printer Use this chapter to install your PF8d and PF8t printers. In this chapter you will find these sections: • Installing the Printer Driver • Connecting the Printer to Your Network Turning on the Printer • • Installing the CompactFlash card(PF8t Only) •...

  • Page 23: Installing The Printer Driver

    Note: For LPT connections, you must restart your computer for Windows to detect the new hardware. For USB connections, the New Hardware Wizard will launch automatically when the printer is connected and turned on. 10 On the Search and Installation Options screen, click Next. PF8d/PF8t Printer User’s Guide...

  • Page 24: Connecting The Printer To Your Network

    There is a danger of personal injury if the printer and power supply are operated in an environment where they can get wet. Use only Intermec power supply adapter P/N 1-092363-xx. 1 Place the printer on a stable surface. PF8d/PF8t Printer User’s Guide...

  • Page 25: Installing The Compactflash Card (Pf8T Only)

    For more information on ESim commands, refer to the ESim for the PC4 and PF8 Bar Code Label Printer Programmer’s Reference Manual (P/N 937-011-xxx). Turn the printer power off when installing or removing the CompactFlash card. To install the CompactFlash card 1 Turn the PF8t power off. PF8d/PF8t Printer User’s Guide...

  • Page 26: Understanding Auto-Sensing Mode

    1 Load media in the printer. 2 Press and hold the Feed button while turning the printer on. The status LED blinks green for 2 seconds, blinks red for 2 seconds, and then blinks green again. PF8d/PF8t Printer User’s Guide...

  • Page 27: Creating And Printing Labels

    To download and install LabelShop (serial or parallel connection) 1 Use the Windows Control Panel Add/Remove Programs feature to uninstall all previous versions of LabelShop and service packs for LabelShop from the computer. PF8d/PF8t Printer User’s Guide...
  • Page 28 5 Follow the installation prompts to install LabelShop in the default directory. 6 Download Service Pack 5 for LabelShop from the www.intermec.com and unzip the files. 7 Follow the installation prompts to install Service Pack 5 in the same directory where LabelShop is installed. PF8d/PF8t Printer User’s Guide...

  • Page 29: Loading Media

    • Peel-off (self-strip) media are self-adhesive labels that are automatically separated from the label backing after printing. Peel-Off media cannot be used with the cutter option. PF8d/PF8t Printer User’s Guide...

  • Page 30: Loading Media For Tear-Off Operation

    Lift the cover upwards and rearwards. Note: On the PF8t you will also need to press the locking mechanism and open the print mechanism and ribbon container to load media and access the media adjustment tabs. PF8d/PF8t Printer User’s Guide...
  • Page 31 Chapter 2 — Installing the Printer 2 Pull or lift the spindle and remove the empty label roll core, if present. The PF8d spindle lifts up but remains attached to the printer while the PF8t spindle lifts completely out of the spindle compartment.
  • Page 32 5 Adjust the label guide to fit the media you are using and close the top cover. On the PF8t you will first need to close the print mechanism and ribbon container before closing the cover. PF8d PF8t PF8d/PF8t Printer User’s Guide...

  • Page 33: Loading Media For Peel-Off Operation

    2 Open the peel-off mechanism on the front of the printer. 3 Pull or lift the spindle and remove the empty label roll core, if present. Note: The PF8d spindle lifts up, but remains attached to the printer while the PF8t spindle lifts completely out of the spindle compartment.

  • Page 34: Loading Media For Cut-Off Operation

    Fold the cover upwards and rearwards. 2 Pull or lift the spindle and remove the empty label roll core (if present). Note: The PF8d spindle lifts up, but remains attached to the printer while the PF8t spindle lifts completely out of the spindle compartment.

  • Page 35: Loading Thermal Transfer Ribbon (Pf8T Only)

    1 Press the cover open buttons on both sides of the case to open the top cover. Fold the cover upwards and rearwards. 2 Press the green release tabs at the bottom of the top cover on both sides of the printhead. PF8d/PF8t Printer User’s Guide...
  • Page 36 Be careful to center align the ribbon leader with the core. 6 Close the print carriage by pressing firmly down on both sides. A loud click indicates the print carriage locked into place. PF8d/PF8t Printer User’s Guide...
  • Page 37 5 Remove the rewind roll by pushing it to the left until the right end disengages, then lift out. Dispose of the used ribbon. Note: Keep the ribbon core. You will need it the next time you load ribbon. PF8d/PF8t Printer User’s Guide...

  • Page 38: Troubleshooting And Maintaining The Printer

    Troubleshooting and Maintaining the Printer Use this chapter to troubleshoot and maintain your PF8d and PF8t printers. This chapter contains these sections: • Troubleshooting • Upgrading the Firmware Cleaning the Case • • Cleaning the Printhead • Adjusting the Thermal Printhead Pressure •...

  • Page 39: Troubleshooting

    Stuck label is blocking the label gap sensor. Open the top cover, print or feed when it remove the label and clean the printhead. See“Cleaning the should stop printing. Printhead” on page • Possible firmware problem. See“Upgrading the Firmware” on page PF8d/PF8t Printer User’s Guide...

  • Page 40: Upgrading The Firmware

    PrinterCompanion CD or can be downloaded from www.intermec.com. Use the ESim Config Tool to install a firmware upgrade file on the printer, download new fonts, and manage printer memory. It supports seven languages and comes with comprehensive online help. PF8d/PF8t Printer User’s Guide...

  • Page 41: Cleaning The Case

    When you print with different label materials or use different types of ribbons on the PF8t printer, print quality may be affected due to differences in the material. If this happens, adjust the thermal printhead pressure appropriately for the type of material you are using. PF8d/PF8t Printer User’s Guide...

  • Page 42: Adjusting The Printhead Alignment

    Adjustment screws (2 places) PF8t Printhead Adjustment Screws Adjusting the Printhead Alignment You can improve the print quality by adjusting the alignment between the printhead and the platen roller. PF8d/PF8t Printer User’s Guide...

  • Page 43: Adjusting The Label Taken Sensor

    For more information, see the ESim for the PC4 and PF8 Printer Programmer’s Reference Manual (P/N 937-011-xxx). If you are using InterDriver you can select one of the following modes of operation without issuing commands: • Tear-off Peel-off with label taken sensor enabled • PF8d/PF8t Printer User’s Guide...

  • Page 44: Adjusting The Label Gap Sensor

    “Out of Paper”, “Media not Loaded”, or other media fault errors may continually occur. To locate and adjust the black mark/label stop sensor 1 Open the top of the printer. PF8d/PF8t Printer User’s Guide...
  • Page 45 Do not touch the sensor itself, as natural finger oils may dirty the optics. 5 Lower the printhead, close the printer, and try printing again. PF8d/PF8t Printer User’s Guide...

  • Page 46: Specifications

    Specifications This appendix provides technical specifications for the PF8d and PF8t printers and their available features and options.

  • Page 47: Pf8D Specifications

    EAN 8 / 13 (add on 2 & 5), Codabar, Post NET, MaxiCode, PDF417, Datamatrix code, QR code, UPC SCC, EAN?UCC composite code erial port: RS-232 (Baud rate: 1200 to 115200, XON/XOFF, Interfaces RTS/CTS) USB port: v2.0 Parallel port: Compatible mode PF8d/PF8t Printer User’s Guide...
  • Page 48 +5V, max 500ma Serial default: 9600 baud, no parity, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, XON/XOFF protocol Setting: RTS/CTS RS-232 housing: 9-pin to 9-pin. Note: The total current output from the serial port cannot exceed 500 mA. PF8d/PF8t Printer User’s Guide...
  • Page 49 +5V, max 500ma 19-30 Signal GND host /Initialize host/printer /Error printer Signal GND 34-35 /Select in host/printer Handshake: DSTB connects to the printer, BUSY connects to the host Interface cable: Parallel cable compatible with computer. PF8d/PF8t Printer User’s Guide...

  • Page 50: Pf8T Specifications

    Label roll outside diameter: Maximum 127 mm (5.00 in) Core diameter: 25 mm, 38 mm (1 in, 1.5 in) Width: 25 mm to 118 mm (1 in to 4.65 in) Thickness: 0.05 to 0.18 mm (.0025 to .0098 in) PF8d/PF8t Printer User’s Guide...
  • Page 51 Operation: 30% to 85%, non-condensing. Free air Storage: 10% to 90%, non-condensing. Free air Printer Dimensions Length: 285 mm (11.2 in) Height: 172 mm (6.8 in) Width: 226 mm (8.9 in) Weight: 2.5 Kg (5.5 lbs) PF8d/PF8t Printer User’s Guide...
  • Page 52 Serial default: 9600 baud, no parity, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, XON/ XOFF protocol Setting: RTS/CTS RS-232 housing: 9-pin to 9-pin Note: The total current output from the serial port cannot exceed 500 mA. USB Interface Function VBUS Connector Type: B Parallel Interface Function Transmitter /Strobe host/printer PF8d/PF8t Printer User’s Guide...
  • Page 53 /Error printer Signal GND 34-35 /Select in host/printer Handshake: DSTB connects to the printer, BUSY connects to the host. Interface cable: Parallel cable compatible with computer. Internal Interface UART1 UART1 Wafer Ethernet Module E_MD E_MD PF8d/PF8t Printer User’s Guide...

  • Page 54: Accessories

    Cutter Kit The cutter is designed to cut continuous paper-based stock or liner between labels. Stripper Module The self-strip feature peels the label away from the liner (backing paper) as it prints for faster on-demand labeling. PF8d/PF8t Printer User’s Guide...
  • Page 55 Appendix A — Specifications PF8d/PF8t Printer User’s Guide...

  • Page 56: Media Specifications

    Media Specifications PF8d/PF8t Printer User’s GuideThis appendix explains the different types of media that the PF8 printers can use and indicates the allowed dimensions of that media.
  • Page 57 Intermec offers stock media for thermal transfer printing in a wide range of quality grades. Uncoated Papers Used for economical high-volume printing in combinations with GP/ TMX1500 ribbons. Examples of Uncoated Papers Europe North America TTR Uncoated Not Available PF8d/PF8t Printer User’s Guide...
  • Page 58 Duratran II Syntran Polyesters The materials of choice in combination with HR/TMX3201/ TMX3202 ribbons. Gives high resistance to chemicals, heat, and mechanical abrasion. Examples of Polyesters Europe North America TTR High Gloss Polyester Duratran II Gloss Polyester PF8d/PF8t Printer User’s Guide...

  • Page 59: Direct Thermal Media

    However, such transfer ribbons set high demands on the receiving face material, which must be very smooth, such as polyesters. Note: Intermec thermal transfer ribbons are engineered specifically for the PF8 printheads. PF8d/PF8t Printer User’s Guide...

  • Page 60: Labels

    Media width includes liner (a) Maximum:116.0 mm (4.57 in) Minimum: 25.0 mm (1 in) Label length (b) Minimum: 12.0 mm (0.5 in) Label gap height (c) Maximum: 10 mm (0.39 in) Minimum: 3 mm (0.12 in) Liner Opacity: 75% LABELS PF8d/PF8t Printer User’s Guide...

  • Page 61: Tags And Strip With Slots

    Detection slot height (d) Maximum: 10.0 mm (0.39 in) Minimum: 3.0 mm (0.12 in) The label gap sensor is offset 2.5 mm (0.10 in) to the left of the TICKETS,TAGS, & center of the media path. CONTINUOUS STRIP PF8d/PF8t Printer User’s Guide...

  • Page 62: Tags And Strip With Black Marks

    Black mark height (d) Maximum: 10.0 mm (0.39 in) Minimum: 3.0 mm (0.12 in) The black mark sensor is centered TICKETS,TAGS, & on the media path. CONTINUOUS STRIP Maximum reflectance 5% at 940 nanometers. Carbon black. PF8d/PF8t Printer User’s Guide...

  • Page 63: Plain Continuous Stock

    The length of each copy is decided by the size of the print image and any additional media feed is decided by the Q command. Continuous stock cannot be used in the Auto-Sensing mode. Tag or strip width (a) Maximum: 116.0 mm (4.57 in) Minimum: 25.0 mm (1.00 in) PF8d/PF8t Printer User’s Guide...
  • Page 64 Worldwide Headquarters 6001 36th Avenue West Everett, Washington 98203 U.S.A. tel 425.348.2600 fax 425.355.9551 www.intermec.com © 2009 Intermec Technologies Corporation. All rights reserved. PF8d/PF8t Printer User’s Guide *934-011-004* P/N 934-011-004...

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