Carl Valentin DPM IV User manual

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Table of Contents
Table of Contents............................................................................. 3
1Introduction............................................................................ 5
1.1 General Instructions ................................................................ 5
1.2 Intended Use........................................................................... 5
1.3 Safety Instructions................................................................... 6
1.4 Außerbetriebnahme und Demontage...................................... 7
1.5 Environmentally-Friendly Disposal.......................................... 8
2Machine Overview................................................................. 9
2.1 Print Mechanics..................................................................... 10
2.2 Control Unit............................................................................ 11
2.3 Print Principle ........................................................................ 12
3Operating Conditions.......................................................... 13
4Technical Data ..................................................................... 17
4.1 Control Inputs and Outputs ................................................... 19
5Installation and Initiation.................................................... 27
5.1 Installation of Print Mechanics at Machines.......................... 28
5.2 Installation Position Without Brake........................................ 29
5.3 Installation Position With Brake............................................. 30
5.4 Mounting of Valentin Counter-pressure Plate ....................... 31
5.5 Using a Customized Counter-Pressure Plate ....................... 32
5.6 Connection of Pneumatic Power Supply............................... 33
5.7 Installing the Control Unit ...................................................... 34
5.8 Adjustment of Pressure Power.............................................. 35
5.9 Connecting the Direct Print Module....................................... 36
5.10 Before Initial Operation.......................................................... 36
5.11 Print Control........................................................................... 37
5.12 Initiation ................................................................................. 37
5.13 Loading Transfer Ribbon....................................................... 38
5.14 Zero Point Adjustment........................................................... 40
6Function Menu..................................................................... 41
6.1 Print Settings......................................................................... 41
6.2 Machine Parameters ............................................................. 42
6.3 Layout Settings...................................................................... 44
6.3.1 Extended Layout Settings.............................................. 44
6.3.2 General Parameters....................................................... 44
6.4 Device Settings...................................................................... 45
6.4.1 Print Job......................................................................... 45
6.4.2 Print Control ................................................................... 46
6.4.3 User Environment .......................................................... 47
6.4.4 General Parameters....................................................... 47
6.5 I/O Parameters...................................................................... 48
6.5.1 I/O Port Parameters 1-8................................................. 48
6.5.2 I/O Port Parameters 9-16............................................... 48
6.5.3 General Parameters....................................................... 48
6.6 Ribbon Saving....................................................................... 50
6.6.1 Expert Parameters ......................................................... 50
6.7 Network ................................................................................. 51
6.8 Interface................................................................................. 52
6.8.1 COM1............................................................................. 52
6.8.2 General Parameters....................................................... 52
6.9 Emulation............................................................................... 53

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6.10 Date/Time.............................................................................. 54
6.10.1 Daylight Saving Time (DST)........................................... 54
6.10.2 Start Daylight Saving Time............................................. 54
6.10.3 End Daylight Saving Time.............................................. 54
6.10.4 General Parameters....................................................... 54
6.11 Service Functions.................................................................. 55
6.11.1 Sensor Status................................................................. 55
6.11.2 Device Status................................................................. 55
6.11.3 Ribbon Service............................................................... 56
6.11.4 I/O Status ....................................................................... 56
6.11.5 General Parameters....................................................... 58
6.12 Password............................................................................... 58
6.12.1 Operation........................................................................ 59
6.12.2 Network.......................................................................... 59
6.13 Maintenance.......................................................................... 60
6.13.1 Print Preview.................................................................. 60
6.13.2 LCD................................................................................ 61
6.13.3 System Settings ............................................................. 61
6.14 Main Menu............................................................................. 61
7Touch-Screen Display......................................................... 63
7.1 Touch-Screen Display Structure ........................................... 63
7.2 Different Menus..................................................................... 64
7.3 User-Defined Info Field ......................................................... 65
7.4 Favorites List......................................................................... 67
7.5 Parameter Input..................................................................... 69
7.6 Navigation Zones................................................................... 71
7.7 Maintenance Zone................................................................. 72
7.8 Process Data......................................................................... 77
7.9 Memory Menu........................................................................ 79
7.10 Information Zone ................................................................... 81
7.11 Change to Foil Keyboard....................................................... 81
8Maintenance and Cleaning................................................. 83
8.1 General Cleaning................................................................... 83
8.2 Cleaning the Transfer Ribbon Roller..................................... 84
8.3 Cleaning the Printhead.......................................................... 85
8.4 Replacing the Printhead........................................................ 86
8.5 Transfer Ribbon Tension....................................................... 88
8.6 Angle Adjustment .................................................................. 89
8.7 Print Quality Optimisation...................................................... 90
8.8 Cycle Optimisation................................................................. 91
9Signal Diagrams .................................................................. 93
9.1 Mode 1 (Single Item Processing).......................................... 93
9.2 Mode 2 (Continuous Mode)................................................... 94
10 Error Correction................................................................... 95
11 Additional Information...................................................... 105
11.1 Hotstart................................................................................ 105
12 Index ................................................................................... 107

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1 Introduction
1.1 General Instructions
Basic information and warning references with the corresponding
signal words for the danger level are as follows specified in this
manual:
DANGER identifies an extraordinarily great and immediate
danger which could lead to serious injury or even death.
WARNING identifies a possible danger would could lead
to serious bodily injury or even death if sufficient
precautions are not taken.
WARNING of cutting injuries.
Pay attention that cutting injuries caused by blades, cutting
devices or sharp-edged parts are avoided.
WARNING of hand injuries.
Pay attention that hand injuries caused by closing
mechanical parts of a machine/equipment are avoided.
WARNING of hot surfaces.
Pay attention so as not to come into contact with hot
surfaces.
CAUTION indicates a potentially dangerous situation
which could lead to moderate or light bodily injury or
damage to property.
NOTICE gives you tips. They make a working sequence
easier or draw attention to important working processes.
Gives you tips on protecting the environment.

Handling instruction

Optional accessories, special fittings
Datum
Information in the display
1.2 Intended Use
The direct print module is solely intended to print suitable media which
have been approved by the manufacturer. Any other or additional use
is not intended. The manufacturer/supplier is not liable for damage
resulting from misuse. Any misuse is at your own risk.
Intended used includes heeding the operating manual, including the
maintenance recommendations/regulations specified by the
manufacturer.

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The direct print module may only be used while in proper working
order and for the intended purpose. Users must be safe, aware of
potential dangers and must comply with the operating instructions.
Faults, in particular those which affect safety, must be remedied
immediately.
The direct print module is a state-of-the-art device which complies
with the recognized safety-related rules and regulations. Despite this,
a danger to life and limb of the user or third parties could arise and the
direct print module or other property could be damaged while
misusing the device.
NOTICE!
The complete documentation is included in the scope of
delivery on CD ROM and can also currently be found in the
internet.
1.3 Safety Instructions
The direct print module is configured for a voltage from 110 to 230 V.
It has to be plugged into a grounded socket only.
NOTICE!
The protective earthing conductor of the socket is to be examined
by a qualified technician.
Couple the direct print module to devices using extra low voltage only.
Before making or undoing connections, switch off all devices involved
(computer, printer, accessories etc.).
Operate the direct print module in a dry environment only and do not
get it wet (sprayed water, mist etc.).
Do not operate the direct print module in explosive atmosphere and
not in proximity of high voltage power lines.
Operate the direct print module only in an environment protected
against abrasive dust, swarf and other similar impurity.
Maintenance and servicing work can only be carried out by trained
personnel.
Operating personnel must be trained by the operator on the basis of
the operating manual.
Depending on use, ensure that clothing, hair, jewellery and similar
personal items do not contact the exposed rotating parts and/or the
moving parts (e.g. print carriage).
The print unit and parts of it (e.g. motor, printhead) can get hot during
printing. Do not touch the printhead during operation. Cool down the
print unit before changing material, removal or adjustment.
Never use highly inflammable consumables.

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Carry out only the actions described in these operating instructions.
Any work beyond this may only be performed by the manufacturer or
upon agreement with the manufacturer.
Unauthorized interference with electronic modules or their software
can cause malfunctions.
Other unauthorized work or modifications to the direct print module
can endanger operational safety.
There are warning stickers on the direct print modules that draw your
attention to dangers. Therefore the warning stickers are not to be
removed as then you and others cannot be aware of dangers and may
be injured.
DANGER!
Danger to life and limb from power supply!
Do not open the casing.
CAUTION!
Two-pole fuse.
Before opening the housing cover, disconnect the
device from the mains supply and wait for a moment
until the power supply unit has discharged.
1.4 Decommissioning and Dismantling
NOTICE!
The decommissioning of printing system can only be carried out
by trained staff.
CAUTION!
Danger of injury by imprudent handling when lifting or placing
the printing system. Risk of crushing by unexpected linear
movement of the printing carriage.
Do not underestimate the weight of the printing system
(9-16 kg).
Do not lift the printing system at the hood.
Protect the printing system against uncontrolled
movement.

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1.5 Environmentally-Friendly Disposal
Manufacturers of B2B equipment are obliged to take back and
dispose of old equipment that was manufactured after 13 August
2005. As a principle, this old equipment may not be delivered to
communal collecting points. It may only be organised, used and
disposed of by the manufacturer. Valentin products accordingly
labelled can therefore be returned to Carl Valentin GmbH.
This way, you can be sure your old equipment will be disposed of
correctly.
Carl Valentin GmbH thereby fulfils all obligations regarding timely
disposal of old equipment and facilitates the smooth reselling of these
products. Please understand that we can only take back equipment
that is sent free of carriage charges.
The electronics board of the printing system is equipped with a
battery. This must only be discarded in battery collection containers or
by public waste management authorities.
Further information on the WEEE directive is available on our website
www.carl-valentin.de.

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2 Machine Overview
Flexible labelling of packaging foil is effected either by means of
Windows printer driver included in delivery or by our proven design
software Labelstar Office.
With 8 vector fonts, 6 bitmap fonts and 6 proportional fonts the direct
print module has a large selection at different font types. It can be
printed inverse, in italic format or 90 degrees turned fonts.
The handling of our durable direct print modules is easy and
comfortable. The device settings can be made by the integrated,
intuitive touch-screen display.
By using most modern printhead technology, we ensure a high
standard of print quality.
Zeitsparendes Aktualisieren der Software ist über die Schnittstelle
möglich. Das Direktdruckwerk ist standardmäßig mit einer seriellen,
USB und Ethernet Schnittstelle ausgestattet. Zusätzlich verfügt das
Direktdruckwerk über einen USB Host der den Anschluss einer
externen USB Tastatur und/oder eines USB Memory Sticks
ermöglicht. Das Direktdruckwerk erkennt automatisch über welche
Schnittstelle die Ansteuerung erfolgt.
Thanks to the large number of options and variations the direct print
module can be adapted to each task.

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2.1 Print Mechanics
A
B
C
D
E
F
GK
L
M
N
O
P
I HJ
Figure 1
A =
Hinges, adjustable
B =
Covering hood
C =
Handle
D =
Print carriage
E =
End position control
F =
Ribbon unwinder
G =
Thermal printhead
H =
Pneumatic connection
I =
Connecting cable connection
print mechanics –control unit
J =
Grounding bolt
K =
Ribbon rewinder
L =
Cover sensor
M =
Zero adjustment
N =
Zero control
O =
Cable outlet at side
P =
Cable outlet to top
NOTICE!
No print job can be initiated when the covering hood is removed.
An internal cover sensor (L) examines the status of the cover (open/
closed). This sensor does not meet the requirements of a standard-
compliant safety switch (see chapter 1.3, Safety Instructions).