EQUIPMENT MANUAL Avery Dennison® Pathfinder® 6059 Printer TC6059EM Rev. AA 6/19 © 2019 Avery Dennison Corp. All rights reserved.
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TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S GETTING STARTED .............................................................................................................................. 1-1 Audience ........................................................................................................................................ 1-1 Printer Overview .............................................................................................................................. 1-1 About the Printer ....................
TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................................................ 5-1 Technical Support ........................................................................................................................... 5-2 SPECIFICATIONS & ACCESSORIES ...................................................................................................... A-1 Printer Specifications ..............................................................
1 G E T T I N G S TA R T E D The Avery Dennison® Pathfinder® 6059 prints, scans, and collects data. The printer operates in peel mode or non-peel mode. The printer uses the Android™ 7.1 platform. The printer may contain an optional 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac WLAN plus Bluetooth 4.2 dual mode radio and an optional RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) module, which the printer uses to encode (program) an RFID inlay while printing. RFID inlays contain an embedded programmable microchip and an antenna.
RFID Printer show n 1 On-Demand Sensor 4 Supply Lock Tab 2 Printhead 5 Label Deflector 3 Supply Holder Tabs 6 Platen Roller (black rubber) 4 Black Mark Sensor 7 Peel Bar (metal) About the Printer The power button is red. Press and hold the power button to turn off or restart the printer, then select the option you need. The printer has a touch screen display. Use your finger (or a stylus) to select options. To scroll within in a menu, quickly swipe with your finger.
Displa y The display’s status bar shows the battery voltage, connection type, wireless signal strength, etc. similar to the icons on mobile phones. Using the Ke yboard To enter data on the printer, the following keyboards are available: Battery Safety Information See Appendix A, “Specifications & Accessories” for the replacement battery part number and recommended operating/storage temperatures for the battery. ♦ Charge the battery before using it.
Charging the Battery The printer uses a 7.4V lithium-ion battery. The printer also uses a coin cell backup battery, which is not customer replaceable. The backup battery keeps the printer’s real time clock settings. Charge the battery when you receive the printer, even if you do not use the printer right away. Warning: Do not substitute batteries. Charge the battery using one of the Monarch® chargers listed in Appendix A, “Specifications & Accessories.
LOADING SUPPLIES 2 The printer uses three types of supplies: ♦ Labels (RFID and non-RFID). Load supplies for peel or non-peel mode. ♦ Tags. Load supplies for non-peel mode. ♦ Receipt paper (fax paper). Load supplies for non-peel mode. The printer has two print modes. ♦ Peel mode removes the backing paper from the supplies as it prints the labels. This mode allows you to apply the label immediately. It is only for labels.
2. Push the latch buttons to open the supply cover. 3. Spread the supply holder tabs apart with one hand so it adjusts to the size of your supply roll. 4. Press the supply lock tab all the way down (towards the inside of the printer) to lock the supply holder at 1.2”. Adjust it to the middle position to lock the supply holder at 1.5”. Adjust it all the way up (towards the opening of the printer) to lock the supply holder at 2.0”.
5. Place the supply roll in the supply holder so the supply unrolls from the bottom. 6. Continue loading supply for the printing mode you need: peel or non-peel.
Loading for Non-Peel Mode Non-Peel mode does not remove the backing paper – supplies are printed in a continuous strip. Follow the steps in Loading Labels, Tags, or Receipt Paper, then: 1. Feed the supply over the platen roller, peel bar, and label deflector.
2. Close the supply cover. 3. Calibrate the supply. See “Calibrating the Supply” for more information. The printer is ready to print supplies.
Loading for Peel Mode Peel mode removes the backing paper from the supplies while printing. Apply the label with steady pressure (not force). Follow the steps in Loading Labels, Tags, or Receipt Paper, then: 1. Peel and discard the first four inches of labels from the backing paper. 2. Hold the printer upright and gently push down on the label deflector. Platen Roller (blac k rubber ) Peel Bar (metal) Label Defle ctor 3.
4. Close the supply cover. 5. Hold the backing paper and push up the label deflector until it snaps into place. 6. Close the supply cover. 7. Calibrate the supply. See “Calibrating the Supply” for more information. The printer is ready to print supplies.
Calibrating the Supply Calibrate the supply ♦ on initial printer setup ♦ whenever the supply is changed (from black mark to die cut or vice versa) ♦ if using labels with a different color backing (besides white). Your printer may have a custom application that automatically calibrates supply. The calibration technique is the same for all supply types. If the printer fails calibration, call Technical Support. 1. Open the printer and lay the supply over the label deflector.
3 PRINTING LABELS This chapter explains how to ♦ print labels ♦ scan barcodes ♦ print test labels. Note: Before printing, your System Administrator may need to adjust the print contrast or print position. Refer to the System Administrator’s Guide for more information. Your printer may have a custom application that automatically sets these values. Printing Solid black print cannot exceed 30% of any given square inch of the supply. Use a fully charged battery for printing.
Scanning Bar Codes Your printer has a built-in two dimensional scanner. To scan a bar code: 1. Point the scanner at a slight angle, approximately 4 – 8 inches from the bar code symbol. 2. Press the trigger or other key specified by your System Administrator. Caution: Do not stare into the beam. The scanner LED is above the display. Scanner LED Description Green Successful scan. Yellow Unsuccessful scan. If the bar code does not scan: ♦ Change the scanner’s angle slightly and try again.
Printing Test Labels Several test label options are available in the Printer Setup Application. Before you run these tests, load the supply in Non-Peel mode. Printing a Checkerboard Label Select Energy, then Print Checkerboard Label. This label verifies the printhead strobes are working. If the printed sample has fewer lines or no lines, keep the sample and call Technical Support. Printing a Gra y Scale Label Select Energy, then Print Gray Scale Label. This label checks the uniformity of the printing.
Printing a Diagnostic Label Select Energy, then Print Diagnostic Label. The first information label shows the model number, core version, print engine version, total inches, battery voltage, and printhead dot information. The second information label shows the current sensor, supply position, contrast, speed, and network information. M0 6 0 59B A 2 R D i a g no s t i c s I nf o C o re V er s i on B 1. 0 8.
4 CARE & MAINTENANCE This chapter tells you how to ♦ store the printer ♦ clear supply jams ♦ clean the printhead, platen roller, sensors, and scanner window. Storing the Printer The recommended storage temperature is listed in Appendix A. Do not store the printer in or near ♦ magnetic fields ♦ wet, damp, dirty, or duty areas ♦ areas of intense vibration or shock. Clearing Supply Jams To clear a supply jam: 1. Turn off the printer and completely open the supply cover. 2.
Cleaning the Printhead The following actions may damage the printhead: ♦ Do not use silicone to clean or lubricate. ♦ Do not use sharp objects to remove adhesive or label particles from the printhead area. ♦ Do not touch the printhead with your fingers. To clean the printhead: 1. Turn off the printer. 2. Open the supply cover and remove the supplies. 3. Check the supply holder for adhesive buildup and clean it if necessary.
Cleaning the Supply Sensors To clean the supply sensors: 1. Turn off the printer and open the supply cover. 2. Remove the supplies. 3. Open the label deflector by gently pushing down on the label deflector. 4. Clean the black mark sensor and on-demand sensor with a dry cotton swab. Black M ark Sensor On-Demand Sensor 5. Reload the supplies. 6. Close the supply cover and the label deflector.
Cleaning the Display Screen and Scanner Window Make sure the printer is turned off when cleaning the display and scanner window. Slightly dampen a soft cloth with distilled water and gently wipe the display and the scanner window. Do not use household cleaners on the display or scanner window. Do not press too hard on the scanner window – it may move or crack.
5 TROUBLESHOOTING This chapter lists some common printer problems and their solutions. Problem Solution Printer does not feed. Switch to a fully charged battery. Close the supply cover completely. Load the supply correctly. See Chapter 2, “Loading Supplies” for more information. Check the platen roller for jammed labels. Make sure the pinch roller is in place. Printer does not print. Switch to a fully charged battery. Load the supply correctly. See Chapter 2, “Loading Supplies” for more information.
This section lists common error codes and their descriptions. Code(s) Description 004 - 005 Supply size is incorrect. Load the correct supplies. 267 – 271 410 - 413 Communication error. See your System Administrator. 703 - 704 Supply Error. Load supplies or make sure they are loaded correctly. See Chapter 2, “Loading Supplies” for more information. 706 Remove any jammed supplies. See “Clearing Supply Jams” for more information.
S P E C I F I C AT I O N S & A C C E S S O R I E S A Printer Specifications Dimensions: Width – 3.3” (84 mm) Height – 10.4” (264 mm) Depth – 7.9” (201 mm) Weight – 2.0 lbs. (908 g) no supply or battery Shipping Weight – 5.9 lbs. (2.6 kg) Display: Capacitive touch with three context-sensitive buttons. Printhead: 1.89" (48mm/384 dots) (203 dots per inch) Printing: Thermal direct (no ink /ribbon) Print Speed: Up to 4" (101.
Battery Specifications Battery Type: 7.4V Lithium-Ion Two 3.6V Lithium-Ion (internal; not replaceable) one internal battery backs up the real-time clock Battery Recharge Time: 1 – 3 hours, depending on the charger used. The optimal battery storage temperature is 50°F to 73°F (10°C to 23°C), with a maximum of 104°F (40°C). The battery may permanently lose its charge capacity if stored at temperatures less than 32°F (0°C) or greater than 104°F (40°C).
Accessories The following accessories are available: Part Number Description M09462 Single-Station Battery Charger M09465 Four-Station Battery Charger 114226 Cleaning Pen M06054 Network Control Module Use one module with up to four 6055 Docking modules M06055 Docking Module Connects to the Network Control Module. Holds the printer, charges the battery while inside the printer, and allows Ethernet communication with the printer.
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