Brady 2024 User manual

BradyprinterTHT Model
2024 and 2034
Thermal Transfer Printer
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User’s Guide
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Information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent
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Part Number: 88-2149-01
Revision: D

AGENCY COMPLIANCE AND APPROVALS:
UL: UL1950 Information Technology Equipment
CSA: C22.2 No. 950-M93
TUV: EN60950, IEC950
1. Nur für Gebrauch innerhalb eines Gebäudes geeignet.
2. Bei Gefahr, Kabel aus der Steckdose herausziehen
3. Falls kein Kabel mitgeliefert wurde, bitte Folgendes bei der Anschaffung eines Kabels beachten:
Für 230 Volt (Europa): Benützen Sie ein Kabel, das mit "HAR" markiert ist, bestehend mindestens aus
einem H05VV-F Kabel, das mindestens 0,75 Quadratmillimeter Drahtdurchmesser hat; sowie eine
IEC320 Steckdose und einen für das Land geeigneten Stecker, 6A, 250 Volt.
1. This unit is intended for indoor use only.
2. Disconnect power supply cord in case of emergency.
3. Whenpowersupplycordisnotprovided;forproperpowersupplycordselectionpleasesee below:
For 230 Volt Operation (Europe): Use a cord set, marked "HAR," consisting of a min H05VV-F cord
which has a minimum 0.75 square mm diameter conductors, provided with an IEC 320 receptacle and a
male plug for the country of installation rated 6A, 250V
FCC: This device complies with Part 15 of FCC rules.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions in this manual, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of
this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be
required to correct the interference at his own expense.

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.
•To protect your Printer from overheating, make sure all openings on
the Printer are not blocked.
•Do not place the Printer on or near a heat source, (i.e., a radiator or
heat register).
•Do not use your Printer near water, or spill liquid of any kind into it.
•Be certain that your power source matches the rating listed on the back
of the Printer. If you are unsure, check with your dealer or with your
local power company.
•As a safety device, your Printer has a grounded, 3-prong plug that will
only fit into a grounded outlet. If you cannot plug it in, chances are
you have an older, non-grounded outlet. Contact an electrician to have
the outlet replaced. Do not use an adapter to defeat the grounding.
•Do not place the power cord where it will be walked on. If the power
cord becomes damaged or frayed replace it immediately.
•Do not insert anything into the ventilation slots or openings on the
Printer.
•Only qualified, trained service technicians should attempt to repair
your Printer.

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♦♦ CONTENTS
♦♦ Introduction
1.0 Introduction.................................................................1
1.1 Technical Specifications..............................................3
1.2 Standard Ribbon Sizes................................................5
1.3 Label/Tag Specifications .............................................6
♦♦ Getting Started
2.0 Introduction.................................................................7
2.1 Unpacking...................................................................7
2.2 Checking the AC Power Requirements........................8
2.2.1 Selecting 230 VAC Operation...........................9
2.3 Connecting the Printer...............................................10
2.3.1 Interfacing to the Printer.................................11
2.3.2 Dip Switch Settings ........................................13
2.4 Memory Cartridges....................................................14
2.5 Media Loading ..........................................................15
2.5.1 Using the Optional Internal Rewind.................18
2.5.2 Using the Peel and Present Option.................20
2.6 Ribbon Installation and Removal...............................22
♦♦ Using Your Printer
3.0 Introduction...............................................................25
3.1 Front Control Panel...................................................25
3.1.1 Optional LCD/Keypad Front Panel..................27
3.2 Using the Optional LCD/Keypad Front Panel.............28
3.3 Self-Test...................................................................33
3.3.1 Test Label Examples..........................................34
3.3.2 Configuration Test Label...................................36
3.3.3 Character Dump Mode..................................... 38
3.4 Factory Default Setup ...............................................39
3.5 Fuse Replacement....................................................39

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♦♦ Printing Labels
4.0 Introduction...............................................................41
4.1 Programming Commands .........................................42
4.2 Programming Example .............................................48
4.3 Printing Bar Codes....................................................48
4.4 Printing Lines and Boxes...........................................50
♦♦ Maintenance and Adjustments
5.0 Introduction...............................................................51
5.1 Printer Maintenance Schedules.................................51
5.1.1 Cleaning the Printhead...................................52
5.2 Troubleshooting ........................................................54
5.2.1 Optional LCD/Keypad Front Panel Alarms......56
5.3 Mechanical Adjustments ...........................................57
5.3.1 Media Width Adjustment ................................58
5.3.2 Media Sensor Adjustment...............................59
5.3.3 Printhead Replacement..................................60
Appendix A
ASCII Control Code Chart .....................................................A-1
Appendix B
Available Fonts and Bar Codes .............................................B-1
B.1 Human-Readable Fonts ..........................................B-2
B.2 Bar Code Fonts.......................................................B-5
Appendix C
C.1 Error Codes.............................................................C-1
Appendix D
D.1 Support Services.....................................................D-1
Appendix E
E.1 Warranty Information ............................................. E-1

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Introduction 1
♦♦ 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.
An innovative dot history control circuit called SEAQ,(Sequential Energy
Adjustment for Quality), provides exceptional print quality by monitoring the
printhead data and automatically adjusting the printhead element temperatures
to provide maximum printhead quality and performance.

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2Introduction
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.,
Internal Rewind, 300 DPI printhead, and LCD\Keypad front panel), that
expand the Printer's capabilities.
Figures 1-1 and 1-2 depict the Printer's parts placement.
Figure 1-2 Mechanism Detail

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Introduction 3
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) −4.65" (118mm)
Label Length: 12" @ 203 DPI w/512KB (standard)
.25" minimum in batch mode
.75" minimum in tear off or peel mode
12" @ 300 DPI w/1MB (standard)
.25" minimum in batch mode
.75" minimum in tear off or peel mode
Media Type: Roll-Fed, Die-Cut Continuous, Fan Fold, Tags or
Tickets
Media Thickness: .0025 - 0.010" (.0635mm to .254mm), standard widths
(.0050 - .0080 for .75" −1" label widths)
Media Supply: 8" (203mm) maximum diameter on 3"(76mm) cores
Bar Codes: Code 39, Interleaved 2 of 5, Code 128 (Subsets A, B,
and C) Codabar, UPC-A, UPC-E, UPC 2 and 5 digit
addendums, EAN-8, EAN-13, EAN 2 and 5 digit
addendums, Code 93, UPC random weight, Universal
Shipping Container Symbology Plessy, Postnet,
UCC/EAN 128, PDF 417 and Maxicode
Internal Fonts: CG Triumvirate Bold/Condensed (scalable)
CG Triumvirate (smooth bit mapped font 6 - 48 pt)

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4Introduction
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 18.25" D (289mm H x 254mm W
x 463mm D)
Operating
Temperature: 40°F to 105°F (5°C to 40°C)
Power Source: 115 VAC or 230 VAC 60HZ/50HZ
Additional Options
LCD/Keypad: Front panel with a 2 row x 16 character LCD display
and a 6 key operator's keypad
DRAM: Expandable to 4MB (via a daughter board)
256KB/512KB Permanent Storage of Custom Fonts, Graphics, and
Flash Cartridge: Formats
Cutter with Tray: Maximum Thickness: 0.010" (.254mm)
Internal Rewinder: 5½" maximum O.D. capacity with no core
Twinax/Coax: Supports IBMMid-range and Mainframe Computers
High Speed Interface: IEEE Parallel Interface plus Serial I/F up to 56K BPS
Present Sensor: On-demand label dispensing
Internal Batch: Cartridge with VT 100 emulation and storage
Cartridge with Link MCII emulation and storage