Paper Feed Principles ..............68 9. Backing Paper Rewind Kit Description ..................70 Main Parts ..................71 Paper Rewind Unit ................ 72 Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP Service Manual Edition 2, November 1998 Part No. 1-960431-01 Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
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- Label Stop Sensor (LSS) ............138 - Headlift Sensor ................. 138 - Ribbon End Sensor ..............139 - Ribbon Low Sensor ..............139 - Label Taken Sensor (LTS) ............140 Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
0.2 Preface This Service Manual is intended to facilitate installation, trouble- shooting and repair of the Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP in the version delivered at the date of publishing. Thus, all information on the Intermec Fingerprint firmware is based on version 7.12. The on- going product improvement can be followed in the Printer Techni- cal Bulletins from Intermec.
Le présent appareil numérique n´émet pas de bruits radio-électriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de classe A prescrites dans le règlement sur brouillage radioélectrique édicté par le Ministère des Communications du Canada. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
Hans Lindén President /. Intermec assumes no responsibility as regards fulfilling the CE Directive if the printer is handled, modified or installed in other manners than those described in the manuals. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
Chapter 1 1. Models and Options 1.1 Identification Presently, the EasyCoder 601 XP only comes in one main model; a combined direct thermal/thermal transfer printer with a setup keyboard and a 12 dots/mm printhead. The printer can use 100 – 240 V AC, 50 – 60 Hz mains supply. There is no voltage switch-over.
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Chapter 1 Models and Options 1.1 Identification, The EasyCoder 601 XP can be fitted with a number of built-in cont'd. options: • Paper Cutter (see chapter 11) • Label-Taken Sensor (see chapter 10) • Backing Paper Rewind Unit (see chapter 9) •...
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- Check number of Flash SIMMs. - Check number and size of DRAM SIMMs. • Any optional interface board fitted? - Check type, straps and optional circuits. Refer to chapters 15 – 16 for more information. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
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Use the VERSION$ function to check version of the Intermec Fingerprint firmware. You can read the setup in the Setup Mode or by means of Intermec Shell, which also allows you to print test label #5 containing the present setup values. To enter Shell if a custom-made autoexec-file prevents access, lift the printhead and press any key on the printer's keyboard (except the <Shift>...
Std. 1 x 4 Mbytes Real-Time Clock 10+ years life Power Supply Mains Voltage >90 – <264 V AC, 45 – 65 Hz PFC Regulation IEC 61000-3-2 Continuous 175W; Peek ≈ 400W Maximum Power Consumption Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
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Industrial Interface Board Option External Alphanumeric Keyboard Option Various Windows Printer Drivers Standard Excl. cable MS Windows 95 Printer Driver Standard Excl. cable Flash Memory Cards Option Electronic Keys Future option Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
An optional paper cutter increases the printer's total length by 28 mm (1.1"). At least 90 mm (3.5") of free space behind the printer is required for the connectors, and for inserting and removing a memory card. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
(4-pin female DIN-type) and a slot, that in other printer models using the same front, gives access to a memory card adapter. Note that the memory card adapter in EasyCoder 601 XP is fitted on the CPU board and is accessible through a slot in the rear plate! Keyboard/Display assy.
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The keyboard is of membrane switch type and is glued to the keyboard plate. There are 54 switches, but only 23 of these are used in EasyCoder 601 XP. One switch is a Shift key, that provides a dual functionality to each of the other keys. A resistor ladder gives...
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“Error”) is usually used to indicate that an error has occurred. Error LED (red) Ready LED (green) Power On LED (green) LCD Display Keyboard Connection Beeper Slave Processor Cable to CPU Board Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
Shut the door, loosen the screws slightly and align the door with the front moulding. Tighten the screws and check that the door runs freely and is kept shut by the magnetic lock. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
The front hatch can be replaced by an optional paper cutter unit, see chapter 11. Alignment is performed in the same way as the right-hand door, see previous page. The front hatch can be removed by pushing it to the left when open. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
Before finally tightening the screws, check that the cover is aligned with the front moulding and the rear plate and that it does not interfere with the right-hand door. #T10 Torx Screws #T10 Torx Screws Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
To avoid ribbon wrinkling and paper misalignment, it is imperative that the printer stands on a plane surface and the centre-line wall is straight. If such problems should occur, especially after transporta- tion, check that the centre-line wall is straight. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
Bar Code Wand Connector Main Switch Provision for 1 – 2 Electronic Keys Mains Receptacle RS 232C Serial Interface ("uart1:") Upper External Paper Intake Centronics Parallel Interface Memory Card Slot Lower External Paper Intake Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
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A large crescent-shaped plate keeps the paper roll aligned with the print mechanism. Maximum diameter of an internal paper roll is 205 mm (8") and maximum width is 168 mm (6.61"). Paper Supply Spool Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
The brake torque should be 70 ±20 Nmm The code disc fitted at the innermost part of the bobbin package has no use in EasyCoder 601 XP, but is retained for logistic reasons (common assembly with EasyCoder 501/601). Be careful to fit the studs of the innermost bobbin into the holes in the code disk when the package is assembled.
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76 mm (3") cores. Each adapter cont'd. is locked by means of a #T20 Torx screw. Be careful not to let the screw hit the leaf springs or the cams of the bobbins. 3" Adapters Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
Chapter 5 Paper Supply 5.2 External Supply In addition to the internal paper roll, the EasyCoder 601 XP printer can also use thermal paper or receiving face material from an external supply, e.g. an external paper roll or a stack of fan-folded tickets.
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Adjust the position of the outer guide to fit the width of the paper. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
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Note that if the printer is to be permanently used with an external paper supply only, the internal paper supply spool, together with the large crescent-shaped guide plate could easily be removed (see chapter 5.1). Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
The guide is included at delivery of the printer, but is not fitted as standard. Label Slack Absorber Paper Guide (not fitted as standard) Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
The shaft should be screwed into the flange with a tightening torque of 5 Nm. #T20 Torx Screws (2x) #T10 Torx Screw Flange Torsion Spring Shaft Grip (green) Paper Guide (green) Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
• Ribbon unwind unit (see chapter 7.2) • Ribbon rewind unit (see chapter 7.3) • Ribbon-end sensor (see chapter 7.4) Ribbon Rewind Unit Ribbon Unwind Unit Ribbon End Sensor (hidden) Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
Therefore, the shaft is provided with six grooves which correspond Ribbon Width Position (groove) to the standard widths of Intermec transfer ribbons (see table to the ≤ 60 mm (2.36") 1:st (innermost) left). Choose the groove that comes closest to the ribbon width. By 88 mm (3.5")
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Use a 2 mm hexagon /. Refer to Appendix 2 for a description of wrench to loosen the grub screw. how to check the brake torque. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
Thermal transfer media No ribbon Error 1027 Out of transfer ribbon Direct thermal media No ribbon Direct thermal media Ribbon The ribbon end sensor is connected to P52 on the CPU board. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
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If that does not help, fit or remove the jumper on P56. If the sensor refuses to work, consider the possibility that the mirror plate may be bent before discarding the sensor. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
• The headlift mechanism presses the printhead against the ther- mal paper or transfer ribbon, or lifts the printhead to allow paper and ribbon load. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
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Belt to Ribbon Rewind Unit Stepper Motor Label Stop Sensor (hidden) Headlift Mechanism Ribbon Return Roller Pressing Roller Printhead Tear-Off Edge Rewind Roller Locking Handle (in open position) Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
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Note that some of the parts illustrated here are not available as separate spare parts, but must be bought as ready- assembled units. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
• Adjust the tension of the belts as described in chapter 8.5 and put back the cover. Refer to illustration on next page! Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
Belt to Ribbon Rewind Unit #T20 Torx Screw #T20 Torx Screw Belt to Pressing Roller Pulley Ball Bearing Plastic Bearing Spacer Pressing Roller Plastic Bearing Bracket Ball Bearing #T20 Torx Screw Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
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• Connect the cable of the stepper motor to P420 on the CPU board (marked “STM1”). • Adjust the tension of the belts as described in chapter 8.5 and put back the cover. Refer to illustration on next page! Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
#T20 Torx Screw Stepper Motor Bracket Belt Fitted to Centre- (to Pressing Roller) line Wall Fitted on Return #T20 Torx Screws (3x) Roller Shaft Fitted on Pressing Roller Shaft Inner Print Unit Gable Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
• Adjust the tension of the belts as described in chapter 8.5 and put back the cover. Refer to illustration on next page! Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
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Belt Stepper Motor #T20 Torx Screw #T20 Torx Screw #T20 Torx Screw Ribbon Rewind Unit #T20 Torx Screw Belt Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
#T20 Torx Screw Stepper Motor Pulley Stepper Motor Belt #T20 Torx Screw Pressing Roller Pulley Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
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If the idler roller starts to squeak, lubricate the inside of the belt with a small quantity of grease. Idler Roller #T20 Torx Screw Ribbon Rewind Unit Pulley Ribbon Return Roller Pulley #T20 Torx Screw Belt Stepper Motor Stepper Motor Pulley Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
If a renewed print operation gives the same result, an “out-of-paper” condition is assumed. /. For detection of black marks on the top of the paper, the cables from the two sensors could be switched on the CPU board. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
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LBLCOND Fingerprint instruction SYSVAR(28). By statement, see Intermec Fingerprint 7.12 Reference Manual. default, the paper feed data are not cleared. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
If using irregularly shaped labels, align the LSS with the front tips of the labels Upper part of LSS Detection Slot Linear Markings Adjustment Screw Upper part of print unit omitted to improve view. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
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Do not use any other type of chemicals. Be careful not to scratch the windows. Caution! Isopropyl alcohol [(CH CHOH; CAS 67-63-0] is a highly flammable, moderately toxic and mildly irritating substance. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
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Note! The snap-lock is fragile. • Remove the two #T8 Torx screws that hold the defective sensor and replace it. LSS Bracket Upper Sensor Lower Sensor Snap-Lock Carriage Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
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“LSS-TOP”) on the CPU board. • Put back the guide plates, the electronics compartment cover, and the power cord. • Adjust the lateral position of the LSS. Inner Notch Outer Notch Snap-Lock Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
Information on how to switch between direct thermal and thermal transfer printing is provided in the Installation & Operation manual. The basis for all measures and positioning in the Intermec Finger- print programming language is the size of printhead dots. In an 12 dots/mm printhead, each dot has a nominal size of 0.083 mm (3.28...
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1.0 mm (0.04") 2.7 mm (0.11") 165.3 mm (6.49") PRINT PRINT Length WINDOW WINDOW Origin Dot-line on printhead X-start Width PAPER FEED Dot 1983 DIRECTION Dot 0 max. 168 mm (6.61") Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
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• The innermost cable (20-p blue flat cable) is used for data to the printhead and is connected to P41 (marked “TPH”) on the CPU board. Blue Connector (to CPU Board) “Finger” Bracket Printhead “Finger” White Connector (to Power Supply) Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
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Note the snap-lock on the white connector and pull at the connectors rather that at the cables! • Connect the cables to the replacement printhead assy, blue connector to the left – white connector to the right. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
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• Use original Intermec transfer ribbons only. These are optimized specifically for your printer. Inferior back coating on a non- approved transfer ribbon may cause residue which can com- pletely destroy the printhead.
• Tighten the screw and check that the arm runs freely inside the fork-shaped sensor. • Put back the cover and power cord and turn on the printer. Headlift Shaft #T10 Torx Screw Sensor Arm “Printhead Open“ position Sensor “Printhead Closed” position Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
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• Reassemble in reverse order. The senor's cable should be connected to P50 (marked “HEADL”) on the CPU board. • Check that the sensor works properly using a PRSTAT AND 1 statement, see Intermec Fingerprint 7.12 Reference Manual. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
Return Spring Sensor Arm Headlift Shaft Pressure Adjuster Linkage Headlift Sensor Headlift Arm Eccenter Printhead Pressure Grub Screw Printhead Lift Knob (factory-adjustment) Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
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1 kp to a total of 4 – 5 kp (39.2 – 49.0 N). • Fine-adjust by means of test labels and the trial-and-error method (possibly after having loaded the transfer ribbon again). Adjustment Knob (green) Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
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• After having centred the arm, lock it by tightening the knob. • Reload the ribbon, if any. Knob Centre of Paper Web Tip of Headlift Arm Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
The key will engage cogs in the plate that holds the outer end of the return roller inside the gable. Ribbon Return Roller Locking Screw #T20 Torx Screwdriver Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
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• You will need to print several labels before a new adjustment has any noticeable effect. • When you are satisfied that the problem is cleared, tighten the locking screw and test again by printing several more labels. Readjust if necessary. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
Tear off (print at top of label): 15.7 mm Start Adjust: -175 Stop Adjust: 0 Dot Line on Printhead Tear Off Edge Label Stop Sensor Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
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If the black mark is placed further down the web, this must be compensated for by a negative Stop Adjust setting. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
• A rewind unit that takes up the spent backing paper to be manually removed in connection with next paper load. Peel-Off Operation The rewind unit can accommodate the backing paper from a full roll of labels. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
The stepper motor is connected to P421 on the CPU board, see chapter 15.3. Stepper Motor Motor Support Plate Belt to Rewind Unit Belt to Rewind Roller Tension Roller Brace Backing Paper Rewind Unit Break Shaft Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
Nylon Washer Friction Washer Compression Spring Carrier Washer #T20 Torx Screw Grub Screw Friction Felt /. Refer to Appendix 2 for a de- scription of how to check the brake torque. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
Vertical detection range is adjustable from 5 mm (0.2") above the edge of the tear-off/dispenser edge to max. 50 mm (2") below the edge (with strap fitted on P55). Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
The LTS must either be enabled by means of an LTS& ON statement, or the status of the LTS has to be polled in the Intermec Fingerprint program by means of the PRSTAT function, as other- wise the printer will not react on the LTS signal.
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• Insert the power cord and turn on the power. CAUTION! The electronics compartment contains high voltage wires and components. Use a non-conductive screwdriver to avoid the risk of causing a short-circuit! Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
Adjust the sensitivity of the label-taken sensor by means of the potentiometer WR51 (marked “LTS”) on the CPU board: • Start up Intermec Fingerprint and run the program described in chapter 10.2. Leave the label in the outfeed slot to create a label- not-taken condition.
11. Paper Cutter 11.1 Description The EasyCoder 601 XP can easily be fitted with an optional Paper Cutter unless the printer is not already fitted with an label-taken sensor (see chapter 10). The cutter unit is fitted on the same hinges as the front door, which it replaces, and is connected by a single cable to the DIN-connector on the printer’s front.
Turn off the power or disconnect the cutter before cleaning. Keep fingers away from cutting parts! Do not force the spring-loaded anvil blade open more than 5–10 mm (.2–.4"), or the spring may be damaged. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
• Fit the cable from the cutter unit into the DIN connector on the printer's front. DIN Connector Press Sideways Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
• Remove the right-hand gable of the cutter mechanism (two #T20 Torx screws + three Posidrive screws). • Replace the spring and assemble in reverse order, making sure to put back all the washers. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
12. Ribbon Low Sensor 12.1 Description As an option, the EasyCoder 601 XP can be fitted with a sensor, that detect the rotation of the ribbon unwind spool and updates a counter. By means of custom-made application program, the counter can be...
PRINT SYSVAR(13) instruction in Intermec Fingerprint while manually rotating the ribbon unwind spool. Ribbon Low Sensor #T10 Torx Screw NOTE! The Ribbon Unwind Unit does not need to be dismounted! Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
When fitting back the cover plate, press it forcefully inwards against the conductive leaf springs before tightening the screws. Check that the cover is properly aligned with the front and does not interfere with the right-hand door. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
Centronics interface board removed to improve the view of the CPU board. Power Supply Ribbon Unwind Unit Ribbon Rewind Unit (hidden) CPU Board Paper Rewind Motor Print Unit Stepper Motor Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
Converter Converter Pulse Width Pulse Width Rectifier 24V Modulator Modulator Forward (w. Power Factor Contr.) Buck Converter (24V ⇒ 5.3V) Temperature Control & Power Fail Interrupt Control Vout (24V & 42V) Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
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PSU with four plastic screws and connected to X4. If a fuse is blown, do not try to repair the PSU, but replace the entire unit! Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
Chapter 14 Power Supply 14.2 Components 1-971601-26 Power Supply Unit; Front Side 1-971601-27 Power Supply Unit; Front Side 1-971601-27 only Power to CPU Board Low Voltage High Voltage 24 V Trim Potentiometer Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
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Chapter 14 Power Supply 14.2 Components, 1-971601-26 Power Supply Unit; Back Side 1-971601-27 Power Supply Unit; Back Side cont'd. 1-971601-26 only Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
Chapter 14 Power Supply 14.3 Schematics 1-971601-26 Power Supply Unit; Main Schematics 1-971601-27 Power Supply Unit; Main Schematics C56 and C68 removed on 1-971601-27 Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
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Chapter 14 Power Supply 14.3 Schematics, cont'd. 1-971601-26 Power Supply Unit; Buck Converter 1-971601-27 Power Supply Unit; Buck Converter 1-971601-27 only Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
256 kbyte Kernel programs are included in the kernel: 192 kbyte Kernel ERRHAND.PRG 16 kbyte TMP area Paper feed info, odometer value FILELIST.PRG 16 kbyte Parameters MKAUTO.PRG 32 kbyte Boot Startup Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
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(device "c:") and a 16 kbyte TMP sector for the parameters sector. The Boot sector is necessary for Intermec Fingerprint to start. There is a boot sector in all flash SIMMs at delivery, but the firmware will only accept a boot sector of the SIMM fitted in P22 (marked “ROM2 Boot-Bank”).
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10 years. When the printer is on, the circuit is power supplied via the CPU board and will not consume any power from the battery. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
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This potentiometer decides the sensitivity of the receiver in the ribbon end sensor (also see chapter 7.4). Debug Strap (P13) This strap is used for debugging and program development and must always be fitted with a jumper during normal operation. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
P50 Headlift sensor P58 Cable to cutter interface on printer's front P37 Console pcb P31 Centronics interface board (see chapter 16.3) P41 Thermal printhead data P420 Stepper motor 1 (print unit) Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
JEIDA-4 PC Memory cards There are two types: • DOS-formatted memory cards Such cards can be both read from and written to. In Intermec Fingerprint they are referred to as device "card1:". • Non DOS-formatted memory cards Such cards are read-only and are referred to as device "rom:" in Intermec Fingerprint.
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• Storage, which is used to store short files of data. Electronic keys for various purposes can be ordered from Intermec. Electronic Key Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
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For more demanding applications or for reading bar codes other, choose a regular bar code scanner from Intermec's wide product range and connect it to the serial port. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
Logic power, 5V ± 5% V 5.0 RESET High level = active printer Feed voltage for P24, 24V ±5% Printhead and cutter voltage, approx. 24V when active Feed voltage for stepper motors, 42V ±10% Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
Chapter 15 CPU Board 15.6 Startup The prerequisite for Intermec Fingerprint to start is that a flash memory SIMM with a boot sector is fitted in P22 (marked “ROM2 Boot-Bank”). A DRAM SIMM must also be installed in P20 (marked “ROM0”).
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(9600 baud, 8 bits, parity none, 1 stop bit) on the standard serial port "uart1:". For each of the steps listed above, either “OK” or “Fail” is returned on "uart1:". In addition, some other useful information is also returned. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
Chapter 15 CPU Board 15.8 Schematics 1-971600-26 CPU Board; Top Level Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
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Chapter 15 CPU Board 15.8 Schematics, 1-971699-01 CPU Board; Core cont'd. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
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Chapter 15 CPU Board 15.8 Schematics, 1-971699-10 CPU Board; Memory cont'd. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
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Chapter 15 CPU Board 15.8 Schematics, 1-971699-21 CPU Board; Peripherals cont'd. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
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Chapter 15 CPU Board 15.8 Schematics, 1-971699-30 CPU Board; Sensors cont'd. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
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Chapter 15 CPU Board 15.8 Schematics, 1-971699-40 CPU Board; Thermal Printhead Interface cont'd. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
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Chapter 15 CPU Board 15.8 Schematics, 1-971699-50 CPU Board; Stepper Motor Drivers cont'd. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
OUT port, use an Intermec Fingerprint SETSTDIO state- ment (see Intermec Fingerprint 7.12 Reference Manual). Note that many application programs, e.g. Intermec Shell, contains instruc- tions that select the correct std I/O for the application in question. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
Chapter 16 Interfaces 16.2 Serial Communi- The EasyCoder 601 XP is as standard always fitted with one RS 232C communication port. In Intermec Fingerprint, this port is cation Port "uart1:" designated "uart1:" (Universal Asynchronous Receiver and Trans- mitter). The circuitry is fitted on the CPU board (see chapter 15) and has a fixed set of signals in a DB25 male connector which protrudes through a slot in the printer's rear plate.
Chapter 16 Interfaces 16.3 Parallel The EasyCoder 601 XP is, as standard, fitted with a separate Centronics communication board with a one-way parallel port. In Communication Port Intermec Fingerprint, this port is designated "centronics:". "centronics:" The Centronics pcb only supports the compatible mode, i.e. one- way communication only.
Description The Industrial Interface Board is an optional device for EasyCoder Board 501 XP and EasyCoder 601 XP, that provides the printer with two extra interfaces. Industrial Interface This interface contains 8 digital IN and digital 8 OUT ports with opto-couplers, plus 4 OUT ports with relays.
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• Using the remaining two screws, attach the narrow cover plate included in the delivery so it covers the right side of the slot. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
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Now you have two new interface connectors on the printer's rear plate in addition to the standard serial interface "uart1:" and the standard parallel interface "centronics:". Industrial Interface Serial Interface "uart2:" Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
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Fit RS 232 circuit on IC2 No circuits on IC3, IC4 or IC18 IC18 Strap on S4 deactivated (fitted on one pin only) Strap on S4 deactivated (fitted on one pin only) Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
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1-971606-01.P01 IC17 IC10 IC14 IC13 REL1 REL2 REL3 REL4 IC12 IC11 No circuit on IC2 Fit RS 422 circuit on IC3 IC18 Fit strap on S4 Fit strap on S2 only Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
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-RS422DO/-RS485 -RS 422 Transmit/-RS 485 RS 232 Ring Indicator Shield Optional shield for RS 422 and RS 485 24–25 Not connected /. The external 5V is automatically turned off at overload. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
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The Industrial Interface has no straps or circuits to be fitted or removed. All signals are available on a female DB44 connector and the various ports are controlled by the Intermec Fingerprint instruc- tions PORTIN and PORTOUT ON/OFF (see Intermec Fingerprint 7.12 Reference Manual).
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Collector Opto Out Channel 7 Out7e Emitter Opto Out Channel 7 Out8c Collector Opto Out Channel 8 Out8e Emitter Opto Out Channel 8 IC13A OUT1c OUT1e TIL193B Simplified schematics of a digital OUT port. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
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Relay 3 Common REL4nc Relay 4 Normally Closed REL4no Relay 4 Normally Open REL4com Relay 4 Common REL1A REL1nc IC12D REL1B REL1no REL1com ULN2003A Simplified schematics of a relay OUT port. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
The procedure of starting up Intermec Shell, regardless what autoexec.bat files the printer's memory contains, will be called the Test Mode. In fact, it is just a convenient way of accessing Intermec Shell and – via Intermec Shell – also the Setup Mode.
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- Paper feed does not work properly • Transfer ribbon troubles 17.13 - Transfer ribbon gets wrinkled - Transfer ribbon breaks • Rewind troubles 17.14 • Cutter troubles 17.15 • Memory card troubles 17.16 Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
If the error persists, examine the power supply as described in chapter 17.5. • Faulty power supply unit. - Refer to chapter 17.5. • Faulty console unit. - Refer to chapter 17.6. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
• Error in the supply of mains power to the printer. - Refer to chapter 17.2. • Faulty console, power LED or cabling between CPU board and console. - Refer to chapter 17.6. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
- Execution of the initial boot sequence can be checked as described in chapter 15.6. If the execution stops prematurely, note when it happens and contact our Technical Product Support dept. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
P/N 1-971601-27 or later). - Check the voltage P24 ( ≈ 24V when active). Has to be enabled. - Check the voltage V40 (42V ± 10%). Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
- If there is no display function in the Test Mode, the display is out of order and the console unit needs to be replaced. Else, check out the custom-made program. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
- The printer stops functioning - The Error LED is usually lit. • Consult the Intermec Fingerprint 7.12 Reference Manual for the meaning of the different error codes and use that information to correct the error.
Installation & Operation manual). • Electrical disturbances from external units (printers produced before week 743 only). - Connect a grounding wire on the power supply unit as described in Printer Technical Bulletin No. 42/1997. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
Intermec Direct Protocol, verbosity is by default disabled. Check the program for instructions that may affect the ver- bosity. - Verify that the correct communication port is selected as standard IN/OUT channel. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
Do not attempt to repair a damaged interface board. • Wrong std IN channel selected in custom-made program. - Verify that the Centronics communication port is selected as standard IN channel. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
• Bad connection. - Check that the sensor's cable is connected to P50 on the CPU board. Inspect cable for damage. • Faulty sensor. - Replace as described in chapter 8.8. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
• Bad connection. - Check that the ribbon low sensor is connected to P57 on the CPU board and that the cable is undamaged. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
- The sensitivity of the sensor's receiver and the light intensity of the sensor's emitter are adjustable, see chapter 10.3. • Defective sensor. - If still no reaction, the sensor is probably defective and should be replaced. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
- Check that the printhead is completely lowered and pressing against the paper web with a sufficient force, see chapter 8.9. • Headlift sensor out of order. - Check the headlift sensor as described in chapter 17.11. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
- Verify that the receiving face material and transfer ribbon in use match the paper type options selected in the Setup Mode. • Wrong printhead voltage. - Measure voltages V24 and P24, see chapter 17.5. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
- The printhead is most certainly damaged too and will also need to be replaced. Description: Only first part of label printed. Possible Causes and Suggested Remedies: • Bad headlift sensor adjustment. - Adjust as described in chapter 8.8. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
• Power supply malfunction. - Check the voltage on test point V40 on the CPU board, see chapter 15.5. If V40 is not +42V ± 10%, the power supply unit is probably faulty. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
(i.e. c.w. instead of c.c.w.), the brake springs may break. This typically occurs if the operator uses transfer ribbons with the ink on the wrong side. Replace the damaged unit. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
• Bad internal rewind of printed labels. - Check that the rewind guide is fitted correctly, see chapter 9.1. - Check that the paper is threaded correctly as shown in chapter 9.1. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
- The return spring in the cutter mechanism could eventually get slack and need to be replaced. • No cause of malfunction could be found. - The cutter motor is probably defective. Replace the entire cutter or just its mechanism. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
"rom:" (non DOS-formatted cards), or FILES "card1:" (DOS- formatted cards). • Hardware error. - Inspect the memory card for mechanical damage. - Examine the memory card adapter on the CPU board for breakage or bad soldering. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
When the Shell countdown begins, release the key and press <Enter> to start Shell. Do not forget to lower the printhead if you want to print e.g. test labels. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
TESTPRINT <F5> = NEXT #1 If no label is printed, press <F3> for error message. PRINT DEFS: PRINT SPEED: PRINT SPEED [150]: • Press Setup key to exit the Setup Mode. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
• Fit the end of the ribbon to the dynamometer and pull. • Read the dynamometer. • Calculate the torque using the formula: Torque (Nmm) = Radius (mm) ¥ Force (N) Dynamometer Force Formula: Torque = Force x Radius Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
This values are important when you need to discuss an LSS-related problem with the central support department. Using LSS- Enter the immediate mode of Intermec Fingerprint, e.g. by selecting the Fingerprint option in Intermec Shell . Use an ordinary terminal SENSOR.PRG...
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Shell and select another application. The operator must also allow the printer to auto-adjust the paper feed by sending a TESTFEED instruction or by simultaneously press the <Shift> and <Feed> keys. Intermec EasyCoder 601 XP – Service Manual Ed. 2...
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