Avery Dennison ALX 92x User manual

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Device description, Operation
Device description ......................................... 2
Operating Parts ......................................... 2
Connections .............................................. 5
Warning notices ........................................ 7
Operator panel .......................................... 8
Operating modes ..................................... 11
Basic operating procedures ........................ 13
Connecting the device ............................. 13
Setting the interface ................................ 14
Offline operation ...................................... 15
Online operation ...................................... 16
Creating a print job .................................. 16
Transferring a print job ............................ 17
Applying CompactFlash cards ................ 18
Setting the realtime clock ........................ 19
Outputting the realtime clock value using
Easy Plug ................................................ 19
The first device test ..................................... 20
Settings for the material type ..................20
Printing the status report ......................... 20

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Device description
Operating Parts
[1] Exterior of the ALX92x.
APre-drilled holes for assembling the applicator
Assembly of the pivot unit for the applicators LTSI, LTP or LTPV
BOperator panel
LCD display; 5 operating keys; on / off button; displays the device operating
status; for defining settings in the parameter menu
CMaterial unwinder
Unwinds the label material
DGuiding rod
Prevents rolls from slipping off the material unwinder and the backing paper
rewinder
A
B
C
D
E
F
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EMaterial dancer arm
Compensates abrupt movements of the label web
FBacking paper rewinder
Rewinds the remaining backing paper
GBacking paper dancer arm
Compensates abrupt movements of the backing paper web
HWindow
For checking the ribbon supply without opening the front cover
IFront hood
Open up to insert ribbon
JPrinthead

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[2] ALX92x operating parts
AInsert diagram
Shows the path of the labelling material and ribbon
BRibbon unwinding mandrel
Holds the new ribbon roll
CRibbon rewinding mandrel
Holds the ribbon core onto which used ribbon is wound
DAdjustment knob for printhead pressure
For adjusting the printhead pressure to suit the material strength / width
EAdjustment wheel for label sensor
Turning the wheel moves the label sensor at right angles across the mate-
rial path
FMaterial guide
Guides the material path from both sides; the material end sensor is locat-
ed on the inner side
A
B
C
D
EF

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Connections
[3] Connections at the ALX92x (RH). Left: ALX92x with the options Applicator Interface (B), Signal Inter-
face (Q), OD-sensor (O), 2nd card slot (N), external operator panel (A).
Right: ALX92x AI Pro with the option Applicator Interface (B).
A(Option) Mini-DIN connector
To connect an external operator panel
B(Option) Applicator Interface (AI)
For controlling nearly arbitrary applicator types
C(Future Option) Connection Rotary Encoder
– For automatic speed adaption
– Is not yet supported
DPower switch
Turns the device on/off. An additional switch is located on the operator
panel
CAUTION! - Additional devices of inadequate quality can damage the
device!
«Connect the device only to devices that fulfil SELV (safety extra-low volta-
ge) circuit requirements acc. to EN60950!
«Only connect OEM accessories.
B
A
C
D
G
H
G
J
K
L
F
M
I
B
ED
E
H
I
JK
L
M
N
O
PP
Q

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EPower socket
Mains connection of the machine
F(ALX92x AI Pro only) Power socket
Mains connection of the Applicator Interface „AI Pro“.
GEthernet interface
To connect to an „Ethernet 10/100 Base T“ network
HStatus-LED/Ethernet
IRS232 interface
For serial transfer of print data
JCentronics interface
For parallel transfer of print data (cable is inclusive)
K2x USB interface type B (device)
To connect devices (e.g. keyboard, scanner)
LUSB interface type A (host)
For transfer of print data
MCard slot
For CompactFlash cards; used for storing fonts, logos, graphics, etc.
N(Option) Second card slot
O(Option) Cable duct for OD control
To connect a photoelectric barrier, which checks the outer diameter of the
label material roll
PCard slot
– For SD/MMC cards
– Is not yet supported
Q(Option) Signal interface USI
– 4 inputs / 8 outputs
– 24V signal voltage

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Warning notices
[4] Warning notice on the ALX92x
The label depicted at [4] warns against the danger of being caught in the mov-
ing parts of the device.
¯Warning labels must be replaced if they are lost or become illegible (part
nr. A5346).
WARNING
!
Keep hands clear
of rollers.
A
53
4
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Operator panel
[5] ALX92x operator panel.
Power indicator [5A] Lights up green, when the device is switched on.
Error indicator [5B] Lights up red, when the device is in message mode.
Display [5D] With 32 digits and two lines, the display shows the operating conditions
(modes) for parameters, values, status and errors. You can select the lan-
guage you want to use for the display. Backlighting ensures good legibility.
Button functions The buttons offer a multitude of operating functions. A logical menu structure
is used for operation. The meaning of each button varies according to the op-
erating mode and the menu item. Additionally, special functions have been
programmed for certain button combinations.
Depending on the modes and menu levels, the following functions apply for
each button:
On/Off button [5C] Switches the device on or off. To reach this, hold the button longer than
2 seconds pressed. Precondition: The mains switch must be switched on (po-
sition „I“, see Connections on page 5).
Online button •See [5G]
•For switching between online and offline mode.
•For confirming entries, menu items and messages.
•For selecting print jobs and for entering values in standalone mode.
AB
C
D
E
F
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H

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Apply button •See [5H]
•Triggers the application process. Requirements:
– Applicator fitted and activated
– Device offline.
•Also for accessing deeper levels within the menu structure and selecting
menu items.
•For decrementing values.
Feed button •See [5F]
•For feeding in material when the device is offline.
•For starting the printing process once the feed has been stopped (in online
mode).
•Also for accessing deeper levels within the menu structure and selecting
menu items.
Increments values.
Prog button •See [5E]
•For accessing the parameter menu when offline.
•For stepping back through the parameter menu and/or exiting it.
•For more detailed descriptions of the button functions, see
–Offline operation on page 15 and
Online operation on page 16
– Topic section Info-Printouts and Parameters 

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Remote operator panel ALX92x Gen. 3 (or higher) machines can be equipped witha remote operator
panel. For this, the machine must provide the appropriate - optional - connec-
tor, see Connections on page 5. The connection can be retrofitted (see serv-
ice manual).
The button functions are the same as those on the standard operator panel.
Exception: The on/off switch is not available at the remote operator panel.
With the remote operator panel connected, both panels are active and show
the same information.
[6] Remote operator panel (article number A8293)
CAUTION!
Manipulating both operator panels simultaneously can cause malfunctions.
«Always use only one operator panel at a time to operate the machine.
(Using both operator panels alternately is admissible).
CAUTION!
If the connection cable is longer than 2.5m, EMC-caused disturbances can
occur.
«Only use the factory-installed cable.
«Don´t extend the cable.