CAB PX Series User manual

Made in Germany
Operator's Manual
PX
Print Module

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Family Type
Print Module PX PX4L
PX4R
PX4.3L
PX4.3R
PX6L
PX6R
Edition: 10/2017 - Part No. 9008922
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conditions of sale of cab.
Operator's Manual - Translation of the Original Version
for the following products
Germany
cab Produkttechnik
GmbH & Co KG
Postfach 1904
D-76007 Karlsruhe
Wilhelm-Schickard-Str. 14
D-76131 Karlsruhe
Telefon [phone]
Telefax [phone]
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France
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USA
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Asia
cab Technology Co., Ltd.
Junghe, Taipei, Taiwan
Phone [phone]
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China
cab (Shanghai)Trading Co., Ltd.
Phone [phone]
www.cab.de/cn
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Representatives in other countries on request

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Table of Contents
1 Introduction............................................................................................................................................4
1.1 Instructions...............................................................................................................................................4
1.2 Intended Use............................................................................................................................................4
1.3 Safety Instructions....................................................................................................................................4
1.4 Safety Marking.........................................................................................................................................5
1.5 Environment.............................................................................................................................................5
2 Installation..............................................................................................................................................6
2.1 Device Overview......................................................................................................................................6
2.2 Unpacking and Setting-up the Print Module.............................................................................................8
2.3 Connecting the Device.............................................................................................................................8
2.3.1 Connecting to the Power Supply........................................................................................................8
2.3.2 Connecting to a Computer or Computer Network ..............................................................................8
2.4 Switching on the Device...........................................................................................................................8
3 Control Panel..........................................................................................................................................9
3.1 Structure of the Control Panel..................................................................................................................9
3.2 Symbol Displays.......................................................................................................................................9
3.3 Operating States....................................................................................................................................10
3.4 Key Functions .........................................................................................................................................11
4 Loading Material...................................................................................................................................12
4.1 Loading Labels.......................................................................................................................................12
4.2 Setting the Label Sensor........................................................................................................................13
4.3 Setting the Head Locking System..........................................................................................................14
4.4 Loading Transfer Ribbon........................................................................................................................15
4.5 Setting the Feed Path of the Transfer Ribbon........................................................................................16
5 Printing Operation................................................................................................................................17
5.1 Printhead Protection...............................................................................................................................17
5.2 Synchronization of the Paper Feed........................................................................................................17
5.3 Printing...................................................................................................................................................17
5.3.1 Peel-off Mode...................................................................................................................................17
5.3.2 External Rewinding...........................................................................................................................17
5.3.3 Ribbon Saving..................................................................................................................................17
6 Cleaning................................................................................................................................................18
6.1 Cleaning Information..............................................................................................................................18
6.2 Cleaning the Rollers...............................................................................................................................18
6.3 Cleaning the Printhead...........................................................................................................................18
7 Fault Correction ...................................................................................................................................19
7.1 Types of Errors.......................................................................................................................................19
7.2 Problem Solution....................................................................................................................................19
7.3 Error Messages and Fault Correction....................................................................................................20
8 Labels....................................................................................................................................................22
8.1 Label Dimensions...................................................................................................................................22
8.2 Device Dimensions ...............................................................................................................................23
8.3 ReexMarkDimensions ........................................................................................................................23
8.4 Cut-out Mark Dimensions.......................................................................................................................24
9 Mounting Dimensions..........................................................................................................................25
10 Licences................................................................................................................................................26
10.1 Declaration of Incorporation...................................................................................................................26
10.2 EU Declaration of Conformity.................................................................................................................27
10.3 FCC........................................................................................................................................................27
11 Index......................................................................................................................................................28

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1 Introduction
1.1 Instructions
Important information and instructions in this documentation are designated as follows:
Danger!
Draws your attention to an exceptionally grave, impending danger to your health or life.
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Warning!
Indicates a hazardous situation that could lead to injuries or material damage.
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Attention!
Draws attention to possible dangers, material damage or loss of quality.
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Notice!
Gives you tips. They make a working sequence easier or draw attention to important working processes.
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Environment!
Gives you tips on protecting the environment.
Handling instruction
Reference to section, position, illustration number or document.
Option(accessories,peripheralequipment,specialttings).
Time Information in the display.
1.2 Intended Use
• The device is manufactured in accordance with the current technological status and the recognized safety rules.
However, danger to the life and limb of the user or third parties and/or damage to the device and other tangible
assets can arise during use.
• The device may only be used for its intended purpose and if it is in perfect working order, and it must be used with
regard to safety and dangers as stated in the operating manual.
• The print module is designed for the integration into a production line. It is intended exclusively for printing
suitable materials that have been approved by the manufacturer. Any other use or use going beyond this shall be
regarded as improper use. The manufacturer/supplier shall not be liable for damage resulting from unauthorized
use; the user shall bear the risk alone.
• Usage for the intended purpose also includes complying with the operating manual, including the manufacturer‘s
maintenancerecommendationsandspecications.
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Notice!
The complete documentation is included in the scope of delivery on DVD, and can also currently be found in
the Internet.
1.3 Safety Instructions
• Thedeviceisconguredforvoltages of 100 to 240 V AC. It only has to be plugged into a grounded socket.
• Only connect the device to other devices which have a protective low voltage.
• Switch off all affected devices (computer, print module, accessories) before connecting or disconnecting.
• The device may only be used in a dry environment, do not expose it to moisture (sprays of water, mists, etc.).
• Do not use the device in an explosive atmosphere.
• Do not use the device close to high-voltage power lines.
• If the device is operated with the cover open, ensure that people‘s clothing, hair, jewelry etc. do not come into
contact with the exposed rotating parts.
• The device or parts of it, especially the printhead can become hot while printing. Do not touch during operation,
and allow to cool down before changing material and before disassembly.
• Risk of crushing when closing the cover. Touch the cover at the outside only. Do not reach into the swivel range of
the cover.
• Perform only those actions described in this operating manual.
Work going beyond this may only be performed by trained personnel or service technicians.

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1 Introduction
• Unauthorized interference with electronic modules or their software can cause malfunctions.
• Otherunauthorizedworkonormodicationstothedevicecanalsoendangeroperationalsafety.
• Always have serviceworkdoneinaqualiedworkshop,wherethepersonnelhavethetechnicalknowledgeand
tools required to do the necessary work.
• There are various warning stickers on the device. They draw your attention to dangers.
Warning stickers must therefore not be removed, as then you and other people cannot be aware of dangers and
may be injured.
• The maximum sound pressure level LpA is less than 70 dB(A).
Danger!
Danger to life and limb from power supply.
Do not open the device casing.
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Warning!
This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which
case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
1.4 Safety Marking
2 2 2
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Fig. 1 Safety marking
Danger spot !
• Risk of burning on the hot printhead assembly (1).
Do not touch the printhead during operation, and allow to cool down before
changing material and before disassembly.
• Entanglement hazard by turning rollers (2).
Ensure that people‘s clothing, hair, jewelry etc. do not come into contact with the
exposed rotating parts.
1.5 Environment
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Obsolete devices contain valuable recyclable materials that should be sent for recycling.
Send to suitable collection points, separately from residual waste.
The modular construction of the print module enables it to be easily disassembled into its component parts.
Send the parts for recycling.
The electronic circuit board of the device is equipped with a lithium battery.
Take old batteries to collection boxes in shops or public waste disposal centers.

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2 Installation
2.1 Device Overview
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1
3
4
6
7
1 Control panel
2 Slot for CompactFlash memory card
(covered on delivery)
3 Display
4 Print mechanics
5 USB master port (covered on delivery)
6 Navigator pad
7 Power switch
8 Cover
Fig. 2 Overview
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9 Ribbon supply hub
10 Ribbon take-up hub
11 Allen key
12 Printhead retainer with printhead
13 Print roller
14 Peel-off edge
15 Printhead locking lever
16 Locking system
17 Pinch roller
18 Backfeed system locking lever
19 Backfeed roller
20 Label sensor
21 Transport roller
Fig. 3 Print mechanics

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22 23 24
25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32
22 Connector warning light
23 Connector warning sensor labels
24 Power connection jack
25 Interface for cab applicators
26 I/O interface
27 Slot for PC Card Type II or WLAN card
28 Slot for CompactFlash memory card
29 Ethernet 10/100 Base-T
30 2 USB master ports for keyboard,
scanner or service key
31 USB high-speed slave port
32 Serial RS-232 C port
Fig. 4 Connections - Version with cab-I/O interface
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33 27 28 29 30 31 32
24 Power connection jack
27 Slot for PC Card Type II or WLAN card
28 Slot for CompactFlash memory card
29 Ethernet 10/100 Base-T
30 2 USB master ports for keyboard,
scanner or service key
31 USB high-speed slave port
32 Serial RS-232 C port
33 OEM-I/O interface
Fig. 5 Connections - Version with OEM-I/O interface
2 Installation

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2 Installation
2.2 Unpacking and Setting-up the Print Module
Lift the print module out of the box.
Check print module for damage which may have occurred during transport.
Check delivery for completeness.
Attach the print module to the prepared construction using four screws M5x20
(Mounting dimensions 9 on page 25).
Remove foam transportation safeguards at the printhead and the backfeed system.
Contents of delivery:
• Print module
• 4 Screws M5x20
• Power cable
• USB cable
• Operator's Manual
• DVD with label software, Windows driver and documentation
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Notice!
Please keep the original packaging in case the print module must be returned.
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Attention!
The device and printing materials will be damaged by moisture and wetness.
Set up print modules only in dry locations protected from splash water.
2.3 Connecting the Device
Thestandardavailableinterfacesandconnectorsareshowningures4and5.
2.3.1 Connecting to the Power Supply
The print module is equipped with a wide area power unit. The device can be operated with a supply voltage of
230 V~/50 Hz or 115 V~/60 Hz without adjustment.
1. Check that the device is switched off.
2. Plugthepowercableintothepowerconnectionsocket(24/g.4/5).
3. Plug the power cable into a grounded socket.
2.3.2 Connecting to a Computer or Computer Network
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Attention!
Inadequate or no grounding can cause malfunctions during operations.
Ensure that all computers and cables connected to the print module are grounded.
Connect the print module to a computer or network by a suitable cable.
For details of the I/O interface Interface Description.
FordetailsofthecongurationoftheotherinterfacesCongurationManual.
2.4 Switching on the Device
When all connections have been made:
Switchtheprintmoduleonatthepowerswitch(7/g.2).
The print module performs a system test, and then shows the system status Ready in the display.
If an error occurs during the system test, the symbol and type of error are displayed.

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3 Control Panel
3.1 Structure of the Control Panel
The user can control the operation of the print module with the control panel, for example:
• Issuing, interrupting, continuing and canceling print jobs,
• Settingprintingparameters,e.g.heatleveloftheprinthead,printspeed,interfaceconguration,languageand
time of day (CongurationManual),
• Start the test functions (CongurationManual),
• Control stand-alone operation with a memory module (CongurationManual),
• Updatethermware(CongurationManual).
Many functions and settings can also be controlled by software applications or by direct programming with a
computer using the print modules own commands. Programming Manual for details.
Settings made on the control panel make the basic settings of the print module.
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Notice!
It is advantageous, whenever possible, to make adaptations to various print jobs in the software.
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2 3 4
Ready
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The control panel contains a graphic display (3) and the navigator
pad(4)withveintegratedkeys.
The graphic display indicates the current status of the print module
and the print job, indicates faults and shows the settings in the
menu.
Additionally the control panel has an USB master port (1) with the
samefunctionalityliketheports(30/g.4/5)atthebacksideofthe
print module as well as a slot (2) for a CompactFlash memory card.
USB port (1) and slot (2) are covered with caps.
Remove the caps if necessary.
Fig. 6 Control Panel
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Notice!
A CF memory card in the control panel has to be used as "Ext. CompactFlash (CFEXT)", a memory card in
the slot (28 / g. 4/5) at the back side of the print module as "CompactFlash (CF)".  Conguration Manual.
3.2 Symbol Displays
The symbols shown in the following table may appear in the status line of the display. They enable the current status
to be seen quickly. The table contains the most important symbols.
ForthecongurationofthestatuslinetheCongurationManual.
Symbol Description Symbol Description Symbol Description
Clock Ribbon supply Temperature of the
printhead
Date sheet Wi-Fi signal strength Access to memory card
Date/time digital Ethernet link status Print module is receiving
data
Table 1 Symbol displays

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3.3 Operating States
State Display Description
Ready Ready
andconguredsymboldisplays,
such as time and date
The print module is in the ready state and can
receive data.
Printing label Printing label
and the number of the printed
label in the print job.
The print module is currently processing an active
print job.
Data can be transmitted for a new print job.
The new print job will start when the previous one
hasnished.
Pause Pause
and the symbol
The printing process has been interrupted by the
operator.
The print process may be continued by pressing the
pause key.
The printing process has been interrupted automati-
callybypassingapre-denedrestdiameterofthe
ribbon supply roll.
After loading a new ribbon roll the print process
may be continued by pressing the pause key.
Correctable error
and the type of error
and the number of labels still to
be printed.
Anerrorhasoccurredthatcanberectiedbythe
operator without interrupting the print job.
The print job can be continued after the error has
beenrectied.
Irrecoverable error
and the type of error
and the number of labels still to
be printed.
Anerrorhasoccurredthatcannotberectied
without interrupting the print job.
Critical error
and the type of error
An error occurs during the system test.
Switch the print module off and then on again at
the power switch or
Press cancel key.
Call Service if the fault occurs persistently.
Power Save Mode
and the key lighting is switched
off
If the print module is not used for a lengthy period, it
automatically switches to power save mode.
To exit power save mode: Press any key on the
navigator pad.
Table 2 Operating states
3 Control Panel