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Summary of Contents for Cobra VnM SignMaker
- Page 1 4 SignMaker ® User Manual Version 1.01 Updated 01/2014...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction ................VnM ® 4 SignMaker Quickstart ..........VnM ® 4 SignMaker Overview ............ Loading VnM ® 4 Ink Roll ............Loading VnM ® 4 Media .............. VnM ® 4 SignMaker Setup ............VnM ® 4 Keypad Navigation ............VnM ®... -
Page 3: Introduction
Introduction Thank you for purchasing the VnM ® 4 SignMaker by Cobra Systems, Inc. The compact, high-performance VnM ® 4 SignMaker System has been developed to provide an easy, fast, and hassle free solution to all your industrial applications. It includes a pre-programmed smart keyboard and thermal transfer sign applications via USB connection (not supported unless pruchased with VnM ®... -
Page 4: Vnm ® 4 Signmaker Quickstart
® 4 SignMaker Quickstart PRINTER MUST BE TURNED OFF! Slide ink roll onto first spindle and Open printer lid by pressing set in rear hub. Pass ink roll leader the green tabs on each side under the ink roll carriage, past the located toward the front printhead, and attach to the ink of the printer. -
Page 5: Vnm ® 4 Signmaker Overview
® 4 SignMaker Overview VnM4 SignMaker Top View 1. Ribbon access cover 2. LED indicator 3. Feed button 4. Printer top cover 5. Top cover open lever 6. Cutter VnM4 SignMaker Rear View 1. USB interface 2. Parallel interface 3. RS-232 DB-9 interface 4. -
Page 6: Loading Vnm ® 4 Ink Roll
® Loading VnM 4 Ink Roll /IMPORTANT /IMPORTANT FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONAL TURN OFF PRINTER WHEN DIAGRAM INSIDE PRINTER CHANGING INK ROLLS PRINTER Load front MUST BE ink spindle TURNED with an OFF! empty Open ® the VnM take-up SignMaker core. Printer and the ribbon access cover. -
Page 7: Loading Vnm ® 4 Media
® Loading VnM 4 Media /IMPORTANT HANDLE MEDIA ON THE SIDES TO PREVENT BAD PRINTS First, be Simply drop the new sure to VnM®4 have the media roll correct into the VnM®4 printers roll Media. mount. Pull media Pull media to go under through the white... -
Page 8: Vnm ® 4 Signmaker Setup
® 4 SignMaker Setup Connecting VnM®4 Keypad and Power Up 1. Place printer on a flat and secure surface. 2. Make sure the power switch is OFF. 3. Connect VnM4 Keypad to the VnM4 SignMaker RS-232 serial port. 4. Plug power cord into AC power cord socket at the rear of printer then plug power cord into a properly grounded power outlet. -
Page 9: Vnm ® 4 Keypad Navigation
® 4 Keypad Navigation ® The VnM 4 keypad navigation tree to the left displays the flow and order of all the available options/templates. SELECT MEDIA WIDTH: More detailed information about the PRESS 1,2,3, or 4 templates are found further in the manual. VNM PRINT SETTINGS ®... -
Page 10: A) 1 To 5 Line Horizontal
® 4 Keypad Templates - 1 to 5 Line Horizontal ® The 1 to 5 Line Horizontal template is the most versatile template for the VnM SignMaker. Create anything from 1 to 5 lines of text and control the font size by selecting the appropriate media size. -
Page 11: B) 1 Line Vertical
® 4 Keypad Templates - 1 Line Vertical The 1 Line Vertical template allows you to easily create a vertical text on VnM® Media. Below are samples created with the 1 Line Vertical template. c) symbols1 font d) no reverse text a) no reverse text b) reverse text 1. -
Page 12: C) Osha/Ansi Haz Com
® 4 Keypad Templates - OSHA/ANSI Haz Com The OSHA/ANSI Haz Com is perfect for creating Warning, Danger, Caution, Notice and Safety labels. Below are samples created with the OSHA templates. NOTICE /DANGER HIGH MUST WEAR UNAUTHORIZED PERSONNEL EAR AND EYE VOLTAGE WILL BE PROTECTION... -
Page 13: Vnm ® 4 Keypad Templates
® 4 Keypad Templates - GHS Templates The GHS template is perfect for chemical labeling. The samples below were created with our GHS template. a) Explosive b) Toxic c) Flammable 1. Select the GHS templates by GHS TEMPLATES pressing the ENTER key on the VnM ®... -
Page 14: E) Rtk Labels
ENTER. press ENTER. press ENTER. ENTER CHEMICAL NAME: ENTER FLAMMABILITY: ENTER FLAMMABILITY: VNM SIGNMAKER PRESS 0,1,2,3 or 4 PRESS 0,1,2,3 or 4 3. Enter the chemical’s name, press ENTER. 3. Enter the numerical Flammability 3. Enter the numerical Flammability value of the chemical, press ENTER. -
Page 15: F) Lock Out Tags
® 4 Keypad Templates - Lock Out Tags OUT OF THIS LOCK/TAG MAY ONLY BE REMOVED BY: SERVICE NAME: JOHN DOE DATE: 1/1/2014 DO NOT USE! JOB DESCRIPTION: LOCATION ABC GU143CM NAME: JOHN DOE ESTIMATED LENGTH OF JOB: DATE: 1/1/2014 6/8/2014 9AM TO 12PM a) Lock Out Templates, LOTO Template 1 b) Lock Out Templates, LOTO Template 2... -
Page 16: G) Pipe Marking
® 4 Keypad Templates - Pipe Marking The Pipe Markers Template meets ANSI/ASMI letter height standards and tape lengths. Create any custom pipe marker with the appropriate template. Below is a 2 x 12 pipe marker identifying the contents of the pipe as NITROGEN (a). NITROGEN a) 2 X 12 INCHES 1. -
Page 17: H) Barcode Labels
® 4 Keypad Templates - Barcode Labels The Barcode Template includes a basic inventory/asset and a bin/shelf barcode template utilizing the CODE39 symbology. Below are samples of the 4 x 1 and 4 x 2 barcode templates. PRODUCT ID LABEL BIN / SHELF LABEL 1789S412668 487569512341... -
Page 18: I) Vnm4 Apps
® 4 Keypad Templates - VnM4 Apps 1. Ruler App Scroll down to VnM4 Apps, press ENTER > Select Ruler App, press ENTER. Enter number of feet you would like (up to 3ft.). a) VnM Apps, Ruler 2. Fire Extinguisher App Scroll down to VnM4 Apps, press ENTER >... -
Page 19: Vnm ® 4 Print & Font Settings
® 4 Print & Font Settings To change VnM Print settings, including fonts and print speed and density, make sure you are on the main default page by holding down ALT and pressing EXIT on the keyboard. A) To Change Print Settings B) To Change Font Settings 1. -
Page 20: Fonts/Symbols
Fonts/Symbols When the Select Font template is selected, you can make a selection of 5 different fonts that contains symbols and different styles. After selecting your font, use the legend below to ensure you are getting the proper symbol for your sign. Keypad Normal Italic... - Page 21 Fonts/Symbols NOTE: After selecting your font, keep in mind to use this font legend. The Keypad legend is what you see for the required symbol below. What you see on the keypad will not show up as a symbol. ie: Symbols1 font is chosen, press SHIFT + 1 key to get /. The Keypad lcd: ! &...
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Page 22: Osha/Ansi Safety Definitions
OSHA/ANSI Safety Sign Indications Safety signs are an important element to safety and hazard identification. Identifying hazards will cut down on employee injuries and most importantly save lives. Below are the sign standards when indicating a certain situation or hazard. ANSI OSHA DANGER... -
Page 23: Pipe Marker Color Chart
Pipe Marker Color Chart VnM Media Description Pipe Properties Example NATURAL GAS YELLOW Fluids which are a vapor or produce vapors FLAMMABLE that can ignite and continue to burn in air. VNMYL-XXXX OXYGEN BROWN Fluids that may burn but are not flammable. COMBUSTIBLE VNMBN-XXXX SULFURIC ACID... -
Page 24: Connecting To Pc
7. Plug power cord into AC power cord socket at the rear of printer, then plug power cord into a property grounded power outlet. 8. Print Signs a Labels to the VnM SignMaker using common programs such as Microsoft Word, Adobe Illustrator, and other common label design software applications such as NiceLabel. -
Page 25: Maintenance/Troubleshooting
Head Cleaner Pen Storage To prolong the life of your VnM SignMaker, it covered with a plastic a protective case or cover when not in use. Cobra Systems recommends the VnM Travel Case for proper storage and protection in any environment. -
Page 26: Accessories
Accessories ® 4 SignMaker accessories sold separately include: ® ® ® Travel Portable Label Direct Case Battery Pack Sign Software Frequently Asked Questions Q: How do I get out of a VnM ® template? A: Press and hold down the ALT key and press EXIT at the same time. -
Page 27: Tech Support
Tech Support ® For support, call the VnM Service & Technical department at 800.262.7298 or your local distributor. Cobra Systems, Inc. Phone: 714-688-7999 Fax: 714-688-7998 Email: VnM@CobraSystems.com Web: www.CobraSystems.com ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________... - Page 28 Have questions or need product support? 800-262-7298 www.VnMSignMaker.com VnM ® SignMaker is a registered trademark of Cobra Systems, Inc. For more information, please visit www.VnMSignMaker.com...
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