Portable Encoding Printer User's Manual Part No.
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CONTENTS Introduction ............................................................ 5 Controls .................................................................. 6 Keypad Functions ........................................................ 6 Self Test ....................................................................... 6 Batteries and Charging .......................................... 7 Removing and Replacing Battery Packs ..................... 7 Conditioning Battery Packs ................................
Magnetic Stipe Card reader/Encoder Keypad Serial Communications Port IR window (for optional IrDA communications) Battery Latch Media Cover THE CAMEOTM PEP PORTABLE ENCODING PRINTER UMAN-PEP 4
INTRODUCTION The Cameo™ PEP Portable Encoding Printer combines the latest technology in direct thermal printing with the ability to read and encode magnetic stripe cards in a variety of formats. This product’s compact size is ideally suited to print receipts and for many other mobile applications where on-site printing and card encoding is required. This manual should be read in its entirety before attempting operation of the Cameo PEP.
CONTROLS Keypad Functions On Switch: momentary action turns on unit Power Light: Indicates unit is turned on Flashing light indicates low battery Feed Switch: Advances media when held down. Status Light: Steady light indicates printer is either out of media, or media cover is open. Flashing during data transmission between host and printer indicates normal wireless operation. IR Window; must be aligned with corresponding window on host for IR communications to occur.
BATTERIES AND CHARGING Battery terminals are recessed to prevent accidental short circuiting of the battery. Allowing these terminals to contact conductive material will create a short circuit which could Battery Latch Button cause burns and other injuries or could start a fire. Removing and Replacing Battery Packs To remove the battery pack from the Cameo PEP: Slide the Battery Latch button in the direction shown in the top illustration, and slide the battery out.
Conditioning Battery Packs IMPORTANT Cameo batteries must be cycled several times before maximum capacity is realized. A battery is ”cycled” by fully charging it, then fully discharging it through normal use. Chargers Listed below are the specifications for the Cameo PEP chargers: UCN72-4: (p/n series AC15482-tab) Designed to charge up to four batteries simultaneously. Battery packs may be charged separately or while plugged into the printer. Typical charge time is 90 minutes. Switch selectable 110/220 V.
Low Battery Shutdown The Cameo PEP monitors the battery charge level in software and will cause the Power LED to flash as the battery becomes depleted. When the Power LED begins to flash, the printer should be shut off and the battery pack recharged or replaced. The Cameo PEP will automatically shut off if the battery become severely discharged.
INSTALLATION OF MEDIA The following details media installation: 1. Turn unit off. 2. Squeeze the two finger grips on either side of the media compartment cover. Rotate the top back to reveal the paper compartment. 3. Drop a new roll of paper into the compartment. Media should feed from the top of the roll and the roll should fit between the edge guide and the right hand wall. The inner core on the media roll should be Ø.75” [ 19 mm] or larger to prevent the roll from jamming. 4.
Insert Edge Guides in these slots to adjust for media width Feed media in this direction Edge Guide Squeeze finger grips here on both sides to open cover INSTALLATION OF MEDIA IN THE CAMEO PEP 11 UMAN-PEP
MAINTENANCE The Cameo PEP will provide reliable service if a few simple guidelines are followed. The printer should be cleaned approximately every two weeks or more often, depending on usage and the type of media being employed. Components of the printer that require periodic maintenance are the print head, print roller (platen), and the media sensor. When cleaning, please use only isopropyl alcohol.. Always use Zebra label or ticket stock for maximum print quality and extended printer life.
Print Head Media Sensor Platen CLEANING THE CAMEO PEP 13 UMAN-PEP
MAGNETIC CARD ENCODER (MCE) The magnetic stripe reader/encoder is used as follows: Reading Cards 1. A flashing status light indicates the printer is available to scan. Insert the magnetic stripe of the card being read or encoded into the printer. The stripe must face the top of the printer as shown opposite. 2. Slide the card through the slot in the direction shown. Depending on the application software, the printer will sound a beep on a successful scan. Encoding Cards 1.
Stripe faces this way Slide card in this direction USING THE CAMEO PEP MAGNETIC CARD ENCODER 15 UMAN-PEP
COMMUNICATING TO THE PRINTER The printer must establish communications with a host terminal which sends the data to be printed.
IR Communications Printers equipped for infrared (IR) communications are identified by a small “IR” logo on the unit’s keypad. IR allows wireless communications between the printer and the host terminal. IR units can also communicate with a cable as detailed above, however, IR functions are disabled when the cable is plugged in.
Bluetooth™ Networking Overview “Bluetooth” is a worldwide standard for the exchange of data between two devices via radio frequencies. Bluetooth radios are relatively low powered to help prevent interference with other devices running at similar radio frequencies. This limits the range of a Bluetooth device to about 10 meters (about 32 feet). Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of this internal wireless radio is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits.
Address (BDA) loaded into its radio module when manufactured. A Typical Bluetooth Connection Sequence In this simplified sequence “Joe’s Terminal” is a Bluetooth ready hand held terminal running an application that needs access to a printer. 1. Joe’s Terminal performs a search of its “piconet” (a Device Inquiry) and determines that there are four Bluetooth devices in the vicinity. 2. Joe’s Terminal queries each of the four nearby devices to determine which services they provide (a Service Discovery).
TROUBLESHOOTING Self Test: Perform the self test as described in the Controls section. Unit should print a line of interlocking “x” characters to insure all elements of the print head are working, print out the version of software loaded in the printer and then print two reports. The first report indicates model, ROM version, serial number, baud rate, etc. The second report contains application information. If no second report appears, there is no application loaded.
• Invalid label format or command structure — use Hex Dump Mode for troubleshooting. Reduced battery charge life: • Recondition (cycle) battery. • Damaged battery-replace. • Check battery date code: if one to two years old, short charge life may be due to normal aging. Status light flashing and beeper chimes: • No application: reload program. • If using wireless communications: normal indication while data is being received.
Appendices
APPENDIX A INTERFACE CABLES Part Number BL11757-000 8-Pin DIN to 9-Pin DB PC Cable This part is also available as a coiled cable under Part Number BL15063-1. For Use With a Personal Computer Pin 9 PC Signals (TXD) (RXD) (RTS) Pin 1 (CTS) (GND) DB-9 Pin (DTR) Female Plug (DSR) (to P.C.
A-2 PDT3100/3500 /6100 Series PDT3100 Series SPT1700 Series SPT2700 Series LRT/LDT3800 Series LRT/LDT3800 Series (2 Way) SYMBOL PDT3300 Series PDT4100 Series 8’ /Coiled 8’ /Coiled 9’ /Coiled 9’ /Coiled 6’ /Coiled 6’ / Coiled BL12093-2 BL15483-1 BL15482-1 CC11371-3 CC11371-4 PIM Optical PIM Optical RJ45 Cradle Cradle RJ45 9 Pin DB Fem.
A-3 8’ /Coiled BL12996-1 CL11314-000 8’ /Coiled n/a 8’ /Coiled n/a CP74005 BL11122-1 CC13711-1 Coiled BL13285-1 TELXON 960 960SL Adapter for BL11122-1 960 (BL11122-1) & 960SL (CC13711-1) 960 860 & 912 Coiled BL13285-2 TEKLOGIC 7030 ILR 7025 ILR 6’ / Coiled Cord Lgth/Type CC11371-5 Cable Part Number SYMBOL (CONT.
APPENDIX B MEDIA SUPPLIES To insure maximum printer life and consistent print quality and performance for your individual application, it is recommended that only media produced by Zebra be used. These advantages include: • Consistent quality and reliability of media products. • Large range of stocked and standard formats. • In-house custom format design service. • Large production capacity which services the needs of many large and small media consumers including major retail chains world wide.
APPENDIX C MAINTENANCE SUPPLIES In addition to using quality media provided by Zebra, it is recommended that the print head be cleaned as prescribed in the maintenance section. The following items are available for this purpose: • Cleaning Pen (10 pack), Reorder No. AN11209-1 (Recommended for use with Bravo™, Cameo™ and Encore™ printers.) • Cleaning Kit with Cleaning Pen, and Cotton Swabs, Reorder No. AT702-1 (Recommended for use with Bravo™, Cameo™ and Encore™ printers.
APPENDIX D PRODUCT SUPPORT For product support, contact Zebra Technologies at: www.zebra.com Zebra Technologies International, LLC 333 Corporate Woods Parkway Vernon Hills, Illinois 60061-3109 USA Phone: +1.847.793.2600 or +1.800.423.0442 Fax: +1.847.913.8766 Zebra Technologies Europe Limited Zebra House The Valley Centre, Gordon Road High Wycombe Buckinghamshire HP13 6EQ, UK Phone: +44.1494.472872 Fax: +44.1494.
PATENT INFORMATION This product and/or its use may be covered by one or more of the following US patents and corresponding international patents worldwide D275,286 D347,021 D389,178 D430,199 D433,702 3,964,673 4,019,676 4,044,946 4,360,798 4,369,361 4,387,297 4,460,120 4,496,831 4,593,186 4,607,156 4,673,805 4,736,095 4,758,717 4,816,660 4,845,350 4,896,026 4,897,532 4,923,281 4,933,538 4,992,717 5,015,833 5,017,765 5,021,641 5,029,183 5,047,617 5,103,461 5,364,133 5,367,151 5,372,439 5,543,610 5,545,889
