MVP SERIES 200MVP & 300MVP THERMAL PRINTERS Product Guide May 2003
www.bradyeurope.com Summary I. INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................. 3 II. PRINTER OVERVIEW A. General Features/Unique Characteristics................................................ 4 B. Operating Requirements ......................................................................... 5 C. Printer Tour ........................................................................................... 14 D. Warranty Information...................
www.bradyeurope.com I. INTRODUCTION Brady Corporation, the market leader in labelling solutions, is proud to introduce the newest members of the M Series family - the rugged, cost-effective, new 200MVP and 300MVP thermal transfer printers. The MVP series printers provide the best value in an industrial thermal transfer printer. Available in either 203 or 300 dpi, the MVP printers are easy to operate and loaded with features, including colour-coded operator cues and an LCD display.
www.bradyeurope.com II. P RINTER O VERVIEW The following sections are designed to quickly familliarise the user with the General Features, Operating Requirements, and Warranty Coverage of the Brady MVP series thermal printers. For more detailed product information, consult the MVP Series User’s Guide. A.
www.bradyeurope.com 4. Easy Access to Label and Ribbon Path / Ease of Loading & Maintenance The MVP series’ embossed loading diagram, enlarged media window and cantilever printhead simplify the printer loading process. The printer’s cantilever printhead with head open-lock feature “locks” in place to enable full uninhibited access to the printhead for cleaning and the media compartment for media loading.
www.bradyeurope.com 3. PRINT SPECIFICATIONS / REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS 1.0" (25mm) min. to 4.5" (114mm) max. on 200MVP or 300MVP 0.08" (2mm) to 0.16" (4mm) (0.10" -.125” 2.5mm- 3.2mm Recommended) 0.10" (2.5mm, not to exceed –0.5/+1.0mm) from inside edge of the media ±0.04mm Not to exceed ± 0.0393" (1.0mm) Not to exceed ±0.0591" (1.5mm) Media Width: Inter-Label Gap (Distance between labels): First Dot Location: Vertical Registration Drift: Horizontal Registration Drift: Longitudinal Drift ± 0.0393" (1.
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www.bradyeurope.com A/C POWER SWITCH /INDICATOR LIGHT The power switch is located at the back of the printer directly above the power cord as indicated by the diagram Figure 2. The power supply in the 200MVP/300MVP printer works over a broad voltage range ( 90 to 265 VAC ). The power indicator light on the display panel designates when the printer is powered on.
www.bradyeurope.com SETUP/EXIT The SETUP/EXIT key, as its name suggests, enters and exits the configuration mode. This also allows a configuration change to be saved temporarily, permanently or a default setting may be used. SELECT The SELECT key toggles the INCREMENT (+) and DECREMENT (-) keys between the “scroll mode” and the “change mode”. Press once to use the (+) or (-) keys to change the value of a selection. Press again to use the (+) and (-) keys to scroll through the menu items.
www.bradyeurope.com Paper/Ribbon Out Sensor : The paper/ribbon out sensor on the 200MVP/300MVP printer immediately detects when ribbon or paper is exhausted before label data loss occurs. Users are warned exactly when to replace ribbon or paper lessening the likelihood of print interruptions.
www.bradyeurope.com 6. COMMUNICATION PARAMETERS The MVP series printers offer two convenient ways to interface with a host: (1) serial port connection or (2) parallel port connection. The following table highlights the printer configuration set-up for serial and parallel interface.
www.bradyeurope.com Bi-directional (36 Pin) – Centronics Parallel Printer Port Pinout: Pin # 1 2-9 10 11 12 13 14 15 1617 18 1930 31 32 3334 35 36 Description nStrobe/HostClk Data Bits 1-8 nAck/PtrClk Busy/Ptr Busy PError/Ack Data Req. Select/Xflag nAuto Fd/Host Busy Not Used Ground +5V@1A Ground nInit nFault/nData Avail Not used +5V thru 3.3K nSelectIn/1284 active The 8-bit parallel data interface supports bi-directional parallel communications in “nibble mode”.
www.bradyeurope.com 7. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE For optimum performance of the 200MVP or 300MVP thermal printer, Brady recommends cleaning the printer on a regular basis using standard printer parts and Brady cleaning supplies. Consult the User’s Guide for specific details. • Cleaning: The exterior is cleaned with a lint-free cloth and if necessary, a mild detergent solution or desktop cleaner.
www.bradyeurope.com C. PRINTER TOUR The Printer Overview Diagram below serves to orient the user as to the location of some of the 200MVP/300MVP feature capabilities mentioned throughout this section. 1. Media Access Cover 7. Printhead / Printhead Open Latch 2. Ribbon Take-Up Spindle 8. LCD Control Panel 3. Media Supply Unwind 9. Platen Roller 4. Media Supply Guide 10 Ribbon Supply Spindle 5. Media Guide/ Moveable Transmissive Sensor 11. Enlarged Media Window 6. Tear Plate 12.
www.bradyeurope.com D. WARRANTY INFORMATION The MVP series printers are covered under the following Brady general warranties. For complete Warranty Policy Information, refer to the 200MVP/300MVP User’s Guide. 1. GENERAL COVERAGE The MVP series printers are warranted against defects in material or workmanship for one year (12 months) from the date of purchase (with the exception of the printhead – see below).
www.bradyeurope.com III. F EATURES, B ENEFITS & SPECIFICATIONS RUGGED CONSTRUCTION FUNCTION NEW Die-Cast Durable, metal construction Aluminum Base / Frame SALES CHANNEL ADVANTAGE END-USER BENEFIT FEATURE Die-casting enables precision Mounting of the print mechanism and spindle, which enhances print accuracy and eliminates ribbon wrinkle. Durable construction surrounds critical components providing printer longevity and reliability.
www.bradyeurope.com SIMPLE OPERATION FEATURE FUNCTION NEW Cantilever Side-opening printhead, unlatches easily providing wide clearance and access to the printhead. Printhead (with head open lock) Head open lock ensures that the printhead stays in full open position NEW STANDARD BACK-LIT LCD CONTROL PANEL NEW Full-size MEDIA WINDOW SALES CHANNEL ADVANTAGE END-USER BENEFIT Widest media path in the industry Compare our wide access printhead with the competitor’s restricted access.
www.bradyeurope.com MODULAR DESIGN SALES CHANNEL ADVANTAGE END-USER BENEFIT FEATURE FUNCTION Modular Design: Field Installable Options All options are either configured Provides investment to order or field retrofit for protection. Allows user to pay for future applications. the features needed today without limiting future opportunities to upgrade as their applications change and grow. Improved Serial and Parallel Communications Both ports are standard on the base printer.
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www.bradyeurope.com Media Specifications Font Specifications • • 203 dpi (8 dots/mm) Matrix (in dots) Fonts (H x W) A 9x5 B 11 x 7 C,D 18 x 10 E 28 x 15 F 26 x 13 G 60 x 40 H 21 x 13 GS 24 x 24 Ø Variable • • • • • • • Maximum label length: 39" (991mm) Media type: continuous, die-cut, tags, blackmark Media web width (label and liner): 1.0" (25.4mm) to 4.50" (114mm) * NOTE: Value-Peel max width: 4.38" (111mm) Minimum label length: - Rewind mode: 0.25"(6,35 mm) (200MVP)/ .
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www.bradyeurope.com IV. COMPETITIVE ANALYSIS Brady 200MVP, Brady 300MVP versus Brady 200M-e 200M-e NEW NEW 200MVP 300MVP STANDARD FEATURES List Price 2375 € / 3032 € 1795 € 2125 € Max. Print Speed (ips) 2-6 ips (51-152mm) 2-10 ips (51-254mm) 2-6 ips (51-152mm) Resolution (dots/mm) Std 203 (8mm) / 152 dpi option (6mm) / 300 dpi (12mm) 203 dpi (8dots/mm) 300 dpi (12dots/mm) Print Width (max. in.) 4.09" (104mm) 4.09" (104mm) 4.09" (104mm) Max. Print Length (Std In.
www.bradyeurope.com Brady 300MVP versus Zebra 90Xill+ 90XiIII+ NEW 300MVP STANDARD FEATURES List Price 4495€ 2125€ Max. Print Speed (ips) 2-8ips (51-203mm) 2-6ips (51-152mm) Resolution (dots/mm) 300 dpi (12 dots/mm) 300 dpi (12 dots/mm) Print Width (max. in.) 3.4" (86mm) 4.09" (104mm) 80" (2032mm) 105" (2667mm) STD Reflective/Transmissive Sensor STD Reflective/Transmissive Sensor YES YES Max. Print Length (Std In.
www.bradyeurope.com Brady MVP Series versus CAB A3 B R A D Y vs. CAB Brady MVP Series CAB A3 PRINT FEATURES Direct thermal, Direct Thermal DT / TT DT / TT Print Width, max. 4.09" (104mm) 4.09" (104mm)/4.26" (108.4mm) Print Length, max. w/std RAM 105" (2667mm) 40” (1000mm) Print Length, optional w/add'l RAM 105" (2667mm) 40" (1000mm) 203 (8 dots/mm) / 300 dpi (12 dots/mm) 203 dpi (8 dots/mm) / 300 dpi (12 dots/mm) Max Print Speed 2" - 10" / sec (51mm - 254mm) 6 IPS (150mm/sec.
www.bradyeurope.com Brady MVP Series versus Argox 3000 BRADY vs. Argox Brady MVP Series Argox 3000 DT / TT DT / TT Print Width, max. 4.09" (104mm) 4.1" (104mm) Print Length, max. w/std RAM 105" (2667mm) 30" (736mm) Print Length, optional w/add'l RAM 105" (2667mm) 30" (736mm) 203 (8 dots/mm)/ 300 DPI (12 dots/mm) 300 DPI (12 dots/mm) 2" - 10" / sec 2” – 6” / sec (51mm - 254mm) (51mm - 152mm) Standard Unknown BradyConnect - Standard NO Standard YES 4.5" (114mm) 4.
www.bradyeurope.com Brady MVP Series versus Datamax I-4208 BRADY vs. Datamax Brady MVP Series Datamax I-4208 Datamax recently introduced their E, I and W class printers to streamline their product line. Disadvantages of Datamax I4208 vs. Brady MVP Series • The MVP series offers BradyConnect remote connectivity and control solution (standard). A feature currently not available on Datamax printers.
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www.bradyeurope.com Brady MVP Series versus Printronix T-4204 BRADY vs. Printronix Brady MVP Series Founded in 1974, Printronix is an acknowledged supplier and innovator of line matrix printers and continuous form laser printers. Their T5000 thermal printer line expands their product focus into the realm thermal bar coding. Printronix Thermaline T-4204 Disadvantages of Printronix T-4204 vs. Brady MVP Series PRINT FEATURES Direct thermal, Direct Thermal DT / TT DT / TT Print Width, max. 4.
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www.bradyeurope.com Brady MVP Series versus TEC B-472 Brady MVP Series TEC B-472 DT / TT DT / TT Print Width, max. 4.09" (104mm) 4.09" (104mm) Print Length, max. w/std RAM 105" (2667mm) 15" (384mm) Print Length, optional w/add'l RAM 105" (2667mm) 35" (896mm) TEC Corporation is a Japanese based manufacturer of retail and package delivery systems and other electronic systems and components. TEC’s AIDC product offerings include thermal bar code printers and POS terminals. BRADY vs.
