Bradyprinter THT Model 2024 and 2034 Thermal Transfer Printer _______________________________________________________________________________ User’s Guide LOGO W.H. Brady Co.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Your Bar Code Printer has been designed to give you many years of safe, reliable service. As with all electrical equipment, there are a few basic precautions you should take to avoid getting hurt or damaging the Printer. • Carefully read the installation and operating instructions provided with your Printer. • Read and follow all warning instruction labels on the Printer itself. • Place the Printer on a flat, firm, solid surface.
♦ CONTENTS ♦ Introduction 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Introduction .................................................................1 Technical Specifications..............................................3 Standard Ribbon Sizes................................................5 Label/Tag Specifications .............................................6 ♦ Getting Started 2.0 Introduction .................................................................7 2.1 Unpacking.........................................................
♦ Printing Labels 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 Introduction ...............................................................41 Programming Commands .........................................42 Programming Example .............................................48 Printing Bar Codes ....................................................48 Printing Lines and Boxes...........................................50 ♦ Maintenance and Adjustments 5.0 Introduction ...............................................................51 5.
♦ Introduction Figure 1-1 Overall View 1.0 Introduction The Bradyprinter™ THT Model 2024 & 2034, hereafter referred to as 'the Printer', is a high performance, low cost, direct thermal or thermal transfer label printer that uses Reduced Instruction Set Computing (RISC) technology. With its standard 203 DPI (Dots Per Inch) printhead, the Printer can print labels at speeds of up to 10" per second. The thermal transfer model allows for the use of thermal transfer ribbons.
The Printer can be connected to almost any computer through its RS-232C/RS422 serial interfaces, IEEE parallel option, or to an IBM or IBM compatible mainframe through its optional twinax/coax interface. The Printer can be equipped with operator and field-installed options such as a Cutter, Peel and Present (requires factory installed Internal Rewind), On-line Verification, DRAM, Internal Batch Cartridge, and Memory Cartridges. In addition, the Printer can be purchased with factory installed options, (i.e.
1.1 Technical Specifications Print Technology: Thermal Transfer − standard Resolution: 203 DPI (8 dots/mm) − standard Optional 300 DPI − factory installed Print Speed: 203 DPI 2 to 10 IPS 300 DPI 2 to 8 IPS Bar Code Modules: 5 mil to 110 mil "X" dimension in picket or ladder orientations @ 203 DPI. 3.3 mil to 80 mil "X" dimension in picket or ladder orientations @ 300 DPI. Print Width: 4.1" (104mm) maximum Media Width: .75" (19mm) − 4.
Cartridge Slots: One Cartridge Slot (Memory) Standard DRAM: 512KB w/203DPI, 1 MB w/300DPI Standard EPROM: 2048KB w/203 DPI, 2048KB w/300DPI Counters: 2 Linear Inch Counters; one absolute and one resettable Interface: RS232, RS422 @ 300 -19,200 baud, XON/XOFF, CTS/RTS Dimensions: 11.38" H x 10" W x 18.
1.2 Standard Ribbon Sizes The manufacturer stocks the following standard ribbon sizes: 1.57", 2.36", 3.27", and 4.33". The standard ribbon length is 328 linear yards. It is recommended that the width of the thermal-transfer ribbon be within 10% of the label width. Additional sizes other than those listed are available on a custom-order basis.
1.3 Label/Tag Media Specifications Figure 1-3 Media Dimensions Description A B C D E F G H I J K Label width Backing width Gap between labels Label length Backing thickness Label thickness Width of sensor opening Distance media edge to sensor opening Reflective sensor mark width. It is recommended that the entire width of the label is marked. Distance between reflective mark Reflective sensor mark length MAX. MIN. (inches) (inches) 4.650 4.650 99.99 99.99 0.010 0.010 0.500 2.250 4.00 0.750 0.
♦ Getting Started 2.0 Introduction This chapter will assist you in unpacking, configuring the communications, connecting your Printer, loading media stock, and installing the ribbon. 2.1 Unpacking Inspect the shipping container(s) for signs of shipment damage. If damage is evident, contact the carrier directly to specify the nature and extent of the damage. The printer is packed in molded styrofoam packaging.
2.2 Checking the AC Power Requirements The standard Printer is configured for 115 VAC +10% single-phase 50/60 Hz with a properly-grounded outlet. A small sticker next to the power cord connection states the power requirements. The Printer is also manufactured for 230 VAC operation, most of these Printers are shipped to international markets.
2.2.1 Selecting 230 VAC Operation If your Printer's AC power requirements do not match your AC power, the rear AC voltage selection switch can be changed. If you wish to change from 115 VAC to 230 VAC, follow the instructions outlined below. 1. Remove the AC power cord (if installed). 2. Insert a flat bladed-screwdriver into the release slot and push out the fuse holder/voltage selector switch. 3. Flip/rotate the fuse holder/voltage selection switch over and re-insert it. 4.
2.3 Connecting the Printer You will need a serial cable to connect your computer to the Printer's RS232/RS422 serial interface connector. Connect your Printer's cables as outlined below. 1. Make sure both the Printer and host computer are turned off. 2. Plug the serial cable connector securely into the Printer's serial connector and then attach it to the connector. 3. Plug the other end of the cable into the computer's serial interface. NOTE: An optional parallel port is available.
2.3.1 Interfacing to the Printer For most applications, the interface between the Printer and the host device will be RS-232C. The interface cable is connected between the Printer and the host via the DB-25 connector. The DB-25 connector is labeled "serial" and is located on the back of the Printer. Several typical cable interfaces are listed in Table 2-1. The Printer supports both XON/XOFF and CTS/DTR handshaking.
When a serial (RS-232C) interface between the Printer and the host will be used, a serial interface cable is needed to connect the Printer to the host. Cable configurations for typical interfaces are shown below, (contact your reseller for part numbers and ordering information). Null Modem (MXM) “PC” (DB25P) to Printer “PC” (DB9P) to Printer RS-422 Connection Table 2-1 Interface Cable Applications Other applications may require a parallel connection from the Printer to the host.
2.3.2 Dip Switch Settings For proper operation, you must set the baud rate, parity, and stop bits of the Printer's interface. On the rear of the Printer, you will find SWITCH 1 (S1), an eight-position dip switch used to set the Printer's communications parameters, (see Table 2-3). NOTE: SWITCH 1 (S1) is not available with the LCD/Keypad Front Panel Option, (see Section 3.2 when setting the communications parameters for this option).
2.4 Memory Cartridges The Printer has one standard memory cartridge slot. The primary use of the memory cartridges is for storing label formats, graphic images, fonts and for internal batch. Follow the instructions outlined below when installing memory cartridges. 1. Ensure that all printing has been completed. 2. Open the Side Access Cover. 3. Plug the Memory Cartridge into the Memory Cartridge Slot with the label face-up.
2.5 Media Loading The Printer supports up to an 8" (203mm) diameter roll of media, (if media less than 4 inches wide is used, refer to Section 5.3.1 before loading media). Follow the instructions outlined below when installing the media stock. 1. Open the Printer's Side Access Cover. 2. Rotate the Printhead Latch (1) counterclockwise to unlatch and raise the Printhead to an upright position. 3. Lower the Hinge Plate (2). 4.
NOTE: 5. If using fanfold media, skip steps 5 and 6. Install fanfold media as shown in figure 2-5b. Place the 3" Media Core Adapters on the Media Hub Assembly, (if using media with 3" media cores). Figure 2-5a Media Installation (3" core) 6. Place the Media Supply Roll on the Media Hub Assembly. Slide the media retainer against the supply roll and tighten the thumb screw. NOTE: Do not use the media retainer if the Media Supply Roll is wider than 4 inches (102mm).
7. Route the media over the Guide Plate, between the Media Sensor, and over the Platen Roller, (located beneath the Printhead), as shown in Figure 2-5b. 8. Rotate the Media Edge Guide up and slide it to the media's edge. 9. Close the Hinge Plate and lower the Printhead by rotating the Printhead Latch clockwise to the latched position. Figure 2-5b Media Installation NOTE: If the media is not sensing, try adjusting the Media Edge Sensor by turning the Media Edge Sensor Adjustment knob (see Section 5.3.
2.5.1 Using the Optional Internal Rewind If the Internal Rewind Option is installed in your Printer, then the media and Arc Plate should be installed as described below. NOTE: The Arc Plate is supplied only with the Internal Rewind Option. 1. Turn off the Printer and open the Side Access Cover. 2. Follow steps 2, 3, and 4 of Section 2.5 before installing media. 3. Open the Lower Right Front Panel. 4.
6. Place the Media Supply Roll on the Media Hub Assembly. Slide the media retainer against the Media Supply Roll and tighten the thumb screw. NOTE: Do not use the media retainer if the media is wider than 4" (102 mm). 7. Route the media over the Guide Plate, between the Media Sensor, and over the Platen Roller, (located beneath the Printhead), around the Arc Plate and to the Media Rewinder as shown Figure 2-7. 8. Place the Clasp over the end of the media and rotate the Media Rewinder a few turns. 9.
2.5.2 Using the Peel and Present Option The Peel and Present Option allows for on-demand label dispensing and requires the Internal Rewind Option. To use this option follow the instructions outlined below. 1. Turn off the Printer and open the Side Access Cover. 2. Follow steps 2, 3, and 4 of Section 2.5 before installing media. 3. Open the Lower Front Panel. 4. Using a phillips screw driver, remove the Tear Bar, invert it (flip it over), and re-install it as shown in Figure 2-8.
5. Place the Media Supply Roll on the Media Hub Assembly. Slide the media retainer against the supply roll and tighten the thumb screw. 6. Route the media over the Guide Plate, between the Media Sensor, and over the Platen Roller (located beneath the Printhead). 7. Route the media liner (backing) around the Tear Bar to the Media Rewinder as shown in Figure 2-9. 8. Place the Clasp over the end of the media and rotate the Media Rewinder a few turns. 9.
2.6 Ribbon Installation and Removal Follow the instructions below when installing the thermal transfer ribbon. Ribbon Installation: 1. Open the Side Access Cover. 2. Rotate the Printhead latch counterclockwise to unlatch and raise the Printhead. 3. Lower the Hinge Plate. 4. Place the new Ribbon Supply Roll on the Supply Hub, making sure that the ribbon roll is pushed up against the hub flange.
5. Route the ribbon as shown in Figure 2-10 to the Take-Up Hub. 6. While holding the ribbon Take-Up Hub, rotate the J-hook clockwise to unlatch it. 7. Raise the J-hook upward and place the end of the ribbon over the Take-Up Hub. Figure 2-11 Ribbon Installation showing J-hook 8. Slide the J-hook back into place as shown in Figure 2-11. While holding the ribbon Take-Up Hub, rotate the J-hook counter-clockwise to latch. 9. Turn the Take-Up Hub until all of the ribbon slack is removed.
10. Raise the Hinge Plate and close the Printhead by rotating the Printhead Latch clockwise. 11. Locate the Ribbon ON/OFF switch, (see Figure 2-12), and slide the switch to the right to select Thermal Transfer (ribbon on). This Switch is not available with the LCD/Keypad Front Panel Option, (see Section 3.2). Figure 2-12 Selecting Ribbon On (Thermal Transfer) Ribbon Removal: 1. Cut the ribbon anywhere between the Take-Up Hub and Printhead. 2.
♦ Using Your Printer 3.0 Introduction This chapter will explain the front panel operation, how to install memory cartridges, and replace the fuse. 3.1 Front Control Panel The Printer has five (5) operator accessible switches and three (3) LED indicators, (see Figure 3-1). A brief description of the switches and LED indicators is listed in this section. Figure 3-1 Front Panel The POWER indicator light is lit when power is available and the rear POWER switch is activated.
This indicator is lit when no media edge and/or no ribbon motion is detected; a fault condition. The PAUSE indicator will turn on if any of the following occurs: • The PAUSE switch is pressed. • A print job is canceled with the CANCEL switch. This switch temporarily interrupts the printing process illuminating the Pause LED. A second press allows printing to resume and extinguishes the LED. When pressed the paper will advance to the first print position of the next label.
3.1.1 Optional LCD/Keypad Front Panel The Printer can be equipped with an optional, factory-installed LCD/Keypad front panel. If this option is installed on your Printer, refer to this section for menu and function information. The front panel is equipped with a 2 row x 16 character LCD display and a (six) 6 key operator's keypad. The three (3) control switches and indicators operate the same as indicated in Section 3.1.
The operator's keypad consists of six (6) pressure sensitive switches. The function of each keypad switch is described as follows: SHIFT • Moves to the next available field ï ð • Scrolls through the current menu selection • Increases and decreases values ñ • Returns to the previous menu level ò • Moves to the next menu level ENTER • Selects a function or value • Used to respond "yes" to an operator query Display Contrast − used to adjust the LCD display brightness 3.
Basic Function BASIC FUNCTION PRINT METHOD DIRECT* TRANSFER BASIC FUNCTION SELECT TOF GAP* REFLECTIVE CONTINUOUS • Selects the type of printing desired • Selects direct thermal printing (no ribbon installed) • Selects thermal transfer printing (ribbon installed) • Top Of Form • Default − looks for gap between labels • Senses black stripe on back side on media • No Top Of Form sensing BASIC FUNCTION DARKNESS • Used to balance a new Printhead's level of darkness Values 1-64 • 1 indicates the lightest and
BASIC FUNCTION INTERNAL BATCH • Allows internal label creation with Internal Batch Cartridge ENABLE DISABLE* BASIC FUNCTION CONVERSION METRIC DECIMAL* BASIC FUNCTION TOF ADJUST • Used to set the Printer's system of measurement • Printer interprets all measurements as metric values • Printer interprets all measurements as decimal values • Selects the point where the label's edge is detected by the sensor • Set start of print from the label's edge. 128 sets the start of print approximately .3 inches, (7.
LABEL WIDTH PRESENT DIST. • Values 75 to 410 (.75 to 4.
ADVANCED SETUP MAINTENANCE TEST PRINT CURRENT CONFIG DATABASE CONFIG TEST RIBBON TEST PATTERN FRONT PANEL LED TEST KEYPAD TEST DISPLAY TEST TEST I/O MONITOR GP INPUT TEST GP OUTPUT SENSOR READINGS DIGITAL SENSORS • • • • Prints a configuration test label of current selections Prints a configuration label of default menu selections Test reflects the status of the ribbon type Prints label with a test pattern (to check dot elements) • Exercises the front panel indicator LEDs • Checks the operation of the f
3.3 Self-Test Power On Self-Test If the Printer's power switch is off, begin the Self-Test by using the Power-On method. With the Printer OFF, load the media (at least 4 inches wide) to be used and ribbon, (if equipped and/or desired), optionally install one of the SelfTest Plugs. Press and hold the FEED button and turn the Printer ON. Release the Feed switch after the Ribbon/Media LED indicator flashes once.
The Self-Test may also be initiated while the power is on by simultaneously pressing the PAUSE and CANCEL buttons. Simultaneously release them and immediately press and hold the FEED button until the ribbon/media LED flashes. NOTE: If any configuration errors are indicated by the Self-Tests, check the Printer's dip switch settings or configuration setup. 3.3.1 Test Label Examples The first test label printed will be the Configuration Label, this label lists the Printer's configuration and status.
The second of the two test labels is the Test Pattern Label. This label is used to determine whether the Printhead is in need of replacement. 'Good' and 'Bad" test pattern labels are shown in Figure 3-5. Good test label indicates Printhead is operating normally. Streaks in test label indicate a dirty or faulty Printhead. (See Chapter 3 for cleaning and replacement).
3.3.2 Configuration Test Label The following are explanations of the Configuration Test Label elements, top to bottom, (see Figure 3-5). Rom Checksums − indicates whether the ROMs that store the Printer's program and resident fonts are 'good' or 'bad'. Good part numbers are displayed normally. Checksum values replace the part numbers to indicate an error. If either the ROM or RAM test is bad, service is required. System Ram Checks − indicates 'good' or 'bad'.
Temp − this reading is the feedback voltage of the printhead thermistor. At power up or in an idle condition, this value should be in the range of 060 to 065. A reading of 175 is high and could decrease the life of the printhead. An average amount of printing will give readings that range from 070 to 120. Pot − this reading comes from the darkness potentiometer located on the front panel board. It will vary from 000 (darkest) to 255 (lightest). Adjust this value for a midrange value of 128.
3.3.3 Character Dump Mode After printing the configuration test labels, the Printer will automatically enter the Character Dump Mode. This mode allows the user to input strings of data and compare them with the output data from the Printer. This label can readily uncover a buffer overflow problem identified by large gaps of data in the character string.
3.4 Factory Default Setup With the Printer OFF, press and hold the FEED, CANCEL, and PAUSE buttons while turning the Printer ON. Continue to hold the buttons until the Ribbon Media LED illuminates a second time. The Printer will now be set to the 'Factory Defaults'. 3.5 Fuse Replacement The Printer uses a 2.0 amp/250V slo-blo fuse, which is located within the voltage selection switch, just below the power switch. • Turn off the Printer and remove the AC power cord.
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♦ Printing Labels 4.0 Introduction This chapter explains how to generate labels using several different methods, and how to print different bar codes. An optional Internal Batch Cartridge is available for generating label formats using the Printer as a stand-alone device. A VT 100 or LINK MCII compatible CRT is required if the optional Internal Batch Cartridge is used to generate labels.
4.1 Programming Commands To prompt the Printer for a command sequence, the Printer must first receive a special character called an “attention getter”, which informs the Printer that it is about to receive a command and the type of command it will be. Immediate Commands, System Level Commands, and Font Loading Commands each have their own attention getter. The attention getter character is followed by a "command character" that tells the Printer what action to take. ASCII Char.
The System Level Commands are used to create formats, load and store graphic information, and control the Printer. Table 4-3 provides a brief description and format of each System Level Command character.
Char k L M m n Description Test RS-232 Port With a Y if OK Enter label formatting mode Set maximum label length Set metric flag, enter metric mode Format Sends character "Y" to RS-232 port 4 digits (nnnn) Max. 99.99 inch.
The STX L command switches the Printer from the system level to the label formatting command. All command characters after STX L are interpreted as Label Formatting Commands until terminated with E,X, or s. All label formatting commands are terminated with 0D HEX.
CC Description s Store label format in module T U X Z z + Set field data line terminator Make previous field a string replace field Terminate label formatting node Zero (0) conversion to "O" to eliminate slash (/) Make last field entered increment numeric - Make last field entered decrement numeric > Make last field entered increment alphanumeric < Make last field entered decrement alphanumeric ^ Set count by amount Format sann...
There are two special commands used by the Printer, the STX S (Recall Global Data) and the STX T (Print Date and Time) commands. Unlike the other Label Format Commands, which follow the STX L command, these special commands are entered directly into the data field. Character S T Description Recall global data and place in field. Print time and date. Table 4-5 Special Label Formatting Commands Bitmapped font loading commands are usually generated by font creation software.
4.2 Programming Example The following ASCII text file will generate the label shown in Figure 4-1. L H07 D11 19110080100002510K OHM 1/4 WATT 1a6210000000050590PCS E 10K OHM 1/4 WATT Figure 4-1 Sample Label 4.3 Printing Bar Codes The example shown below prints out a Code 3 of 9 bar code with a wide to narrow bar ratio of 3:1, and can be used to print any of the bar codes shown in Appendix B by altering the examples fields.
Field DESCRIPTION Rotation 1 = 0 deg. • 2 = 90 deg. • 3 = 180 deg. • 4 = 270 deg. Bar Code/Font ID Any valid font character or bar code type. Bar codes automatically select bar code field format. Bar code types designated by uppercase ALPHA letters print with human-readable interpretations. Lowercase ALPHA bar code fonts print as bars only. Font designated by 0 - 9. Represents the number of times the dot tables are multiplied for the selected font or the specific width for Bar Codes. .005 increments.
4.4 Printing Lines and Boxes Lines and boxes can be created by requesting font “X”. The horizontal and vertical multipliers, and row/column position work with the line and box routines in the same manner as human-readable fonts.
♦ Maintenance and Adjustments 5.0 Introduction This chapter contains information about maintaining your Printer, troubleshooting tips, solutions, and Printer adjustment information. 5.1 Printer Maintenance schedules If your Printer is equipped with an optional Rotary Cutter, it is recommended that the cutter's blades are cleaned every 25,000 cuts. The blades in the Rotary Cutter, although reversible, can not be sharpened and must be replaced if they become dull.
5.1.1 Cleaning the Printhead The thermal printhead should be cleaned periodically, or when the print quality is affected by a dirty printhead. Follow the instructions outlined below when cleaning is required. 1. Turn off the Printer and open the Side Access Cover. 2. Unlatch the Printhead by rotating the Printhead Latch counter-clockwise. 3. Lower the Hinge Plate. 4.
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5.2 Troubleshooting This section identifies some causes and solutions to specific problems that may effect the Printer. 1) The Printer prints strange characters or garbage instead of the label: Possible cause and solution: • The Printer is in the dump mode, perform a reset by pressing and releasing the PAUSE and CANCEL switches simultaneously, or by turning the Printer off and back on again. • The Printer is set up for 8 data bits but the host PC is set up for 7 data bits, see Section 2.3.2, (or 3.
3) The media slips or does not properly advance: Possible cause and solution: • The Head Level Adjustment Knob setting is adjusted too high, adjust the Head Level Adjustment Knob, (see Section 5.3.1). • The Platen Roller is dirty, clean the Platen Roller. re- 4) Uneven printing or print too light: Possible cause and solution: • The Hinge Plate is open or unlatched, re-latch the hinge plate, (see Section 5.1, steps 6, 7, and 8).
5.2.1 Optional LCD/Keypad Front Panel Alarms If the Printer is equipped with the Optional LCD/Keypad Front Panel, it has built in monitors for the Printer status and stock conditions. The alarm messages will be displayed on the front panel LCD display indicating the present status of the Printer, stock levels, or whether the Printer’s electronics have detected an error condition. LCD Display Alarm Description PROM FAULT Power up initialization detected a PROM failure, call for service.
LCD Display Alarm Description CUTTER FAULT The cutter operation failed Possible causes: • Cutter not installed • Jam in cutter • Defective cutter hardware, call for service. Warning: Turn OFF the Printer and remove the AC power cord before attempting to remove any jam or obstruction from the cutter. RIB SAVER FAULT The Ribbon Saver operation failed Possible causes: • Obstruction in ribbon area • Ribbon Saver Option is not installed • Defective ribbon saver hardware, call for service.
5.3.1 Media Width Adjustment This adjustment allows the use of narrower media, (less than 4 inches wide) in the Printer. 1. Rotate the Head Level Adjustment Knob clockwise to raise the minimum printhead to platen position for narrow media. NOTE: Rotate the head level adjustment knob counterclockwise to lower the minimum printhead to position. 2. Install the media, (see Section 2.5). 3. Print a Self-Test Label, (see Section 3.3). Figure 5-2 Media Width Adjustment 4.
5.3.2 Media Sensor Adjustment To detect the media's edge for different media widths, the Media Sensor can be adjusted across half the media path. The Media Sensor may require adjustment when changing to a media of a different width. The gauge behind and below the printhead can be viewed for making this adjustment 1. Open the Side Access Cover. 2. Make sure that the media guide is moved to the edge of the media. 3.
5.3.3 Printhead Replacement The Printhead is operator replaceable and can be replaced with a flat- bladed screw driver. If dot patterns on the Configuration Test Label indicate lines of missing dots, (as shown in Figure 5-4), the printhead is dirty or may require replacement. Figure 5-4 Configuration Test Label A single missing dot, or two non-adjacent dots, does not indicate a bad printhead; however, multiple adjacent missing dots do indicate a bad printhead.
3. Using a flat-bladed screw driver, loosen the Thumb Screw and lower the Printhead from the Printhead Mounting Plate. 4. Using the screw driver, push against the Printhead connector's guide to free the connector from its socket, then remove the Printhead. Replacement: 5. Push the new Printhead into the connector. Align the Printhead with the alignment pins, (located on the bottom of the Printhead Mounting Plate), and secure with the Thumb Screw, (do not over tighten). 6.
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Appendix A ASCII Control Code Chart Char NUL SOH STX EXT EOT ENQ ACK BEL BS HT LF VT FF CR SO SI DLE DC1 DC2 DC3 DC4 NAK SYN ETB CAN EM SUB ESC FS GS RS US Dec 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Hex 00 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 0A 0B 0C 0D 0E 0F 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 1A 1B 1C 1D 1E 1F Char ! " # $ % & › ( ) * + , .
Char Dec Hex Char Dec Hex Dec Hex Char Dec Hex Ç 128 80 á 160 A0 Char 192 C0 Ó 224 E0 ü 129 81 í 161 A1 193 C1 ß 225 E1 é 130 82 ó 162 A2 194 C2 Ô 226 E2 â 131 83 ú 163 A3 195 C3 Ò 227 E3 ä 132 84 ñ 164 A4 196 C4 õ 228 E4 à 133 85 Ñ 165 A5 197 C5 Õ 229 E5 å 134 86 ª 166 A6 ã 198 C6 µ 230 E6 ç 135 87 ° 167 A7 Ã 199 C7 þ 231 E7 ê 136 88 ¿ 168 A8 200 C8 Þ 232 E8 ë 137 89 ® 169 A9 201 C9 Ú 2
Appendix B Available Fonts and Bar Codes All character fonts and bar codes available with the Printer are described in this section. Each font and bar code has a name associated with it for use in programming. Human-readable fonts have numeric names while bar code fonts have alpha names. Uppercase alpha names will print bar codes with humanreadable interpretations, while lowercase alpha names will print bar codes only.
B.1 Human-Readable Fonts Font Matrix Sizes Font 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Dot Height 7 13 18 27 36 52 64 32 28 Dot Width 5 7 10 14 18 18 32 15 15 Dot Spacing 1 2 2 2 3 3 4 5 5 Charac. Per Inch 203 DPI 33.83 22.56 16.92 12.69 9.67 9.67 5.64 10.15 10.
0 - Identifies a 96-character alphanumeric font. 1 - Identifies a 145-character uppercase and lowercase alphanumeric font that includes descenders and ascenders. 2 - Identifies a 138-character alphanumeric upper and lowercase font. 3 - Identifies a 62-character alphanumeric uppercase font. 4 - Identifies a 62-character alphanumeric uppercase font. 5 - Identifies a 62-character alphanumeric upper case font.
6 - Identifies a 62-character alphanumeric uppercase font. 7 - Identifies a font that prints OCRA, size I. 8 - Identifies a font that prints OCRB, size III. 9 - Identifies the internal Triumvirate font.
B.2 Bar Code Fonts Font A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O p Q R S T u v z Bar Code 3 of 9 UPC-A UPC-E Interleaved 2 of 5 Code 128 (A,B,C) EAN-13 EAN-8 Health Industry Bar Code (HIBC) Codabar Interleaved 2 of 5 without Bars MSI Plessey Interleaved 2 of 5 (UPC CASE) UPC 2 digit add. UPC 5 digit add.
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Barcode O _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Appendix B B-7
Barcode S Barcode T Barcode z _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ B-8 Appendix B
Appendix C Error Codes The most common error codes transmitted by the Printer are described below. Lower case “c” Printer received a data byte from the host that contains a framing error (corrupted) due to noise. Lower case "e" Memory module won't clear. Retry after a W command. Lower case “v” Input buffer overflow. Upper case “I” This means that an invalid command sequence was sent to the Printer. The Printer did not understand the command sequence and terminated the command interpreter.
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♦ Appendix D Support Services How to reach us For questions relating to the mechanical operation of Brady equipment you already own, contact the Brady Technical Solution Center at 1-800-6438766, (fax) 414-358-6767, or by E-mail at bradyts@execpt.com. Technical Support Sometime during the life of your Brady equipment you may find yourself in need of technical assistance. We provide fully-trained specialist to answer any questions that you may have.
W.H. Brady Company Customer Service Form Complete this form before requesting technical assistance.
Product Service and Support Programs At Brady, our service and support goal is to keep your printer performing optimally. Our service department provides a broad range of service options and are your expert sources for your support and maintenance needs. If you find yourself in need of technical assistance or repair service, our Technical Solutions Center stands ready with answers to any questions you may have.
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Appendix E Warranty Information Brady Limited Warranty Statement Bradyprinter THT Model Printer Brady warrants to Purchaser that under normal use and service, the Bradyprinter THT Model, (with the exception of the thermal printhead) purchased hereunder shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of (365) days from the date of shipment by Brady. Expendable and/or consumable items or parts such as lamps, fuses, labels and ribbons are not covered under this warranty.
Warranty Service Procedures If a defect should occur during the warranty period, the defective unit shall be returned, freight and insurance prepaid, in the original shipping containers, to Brady at: 6555 Good Hope Road, Milwaukee, WI 53223. An RMA (Return Material Authorization) number must be issued before the product can be returned. To open an RMA please call Brady's customer service department at 1-800-537-8791. Please include your RMA number on the outside of the box and on the shipping document.
Limitation of Liability IN NO EVENT SHALL BRADY BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LOST PROFITS ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO BRADY'S PRODUCTS, OR THE PERFORMANCE OR NONPERFORMANCE THEREOF, EVEN IF BRADY HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY THEREOF. BRADY's LIABILITY, IF ANY, TO ITS PURCHASER OR TO ANY CUSTOMER(S) OF ITS PURCHASER SHALL IN NO EVENT EXCEED THE TOTAL AMOUNT PAID TO BRADY BY THE INITIAL PURCHASER OF THE DEFECTIVE PRODUCT.
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