Datamax Performance series User manual

1 Wireless Installation Guide
1 Safety
Warnings and Cautions
The following Warnings and Cautions are used throughout this manual:
Warning: Warnings alert you to possible safety risks.
Caution: Cautions alert you to the potential for equipment damage.
General Safety Information
Caution: This product is intended for indoor use only.
All service procedures should be done by properly trained and qualified service
personnel. Any on-site assembly required during the installation process must be
performed by properly trained and qualified service personnel.
When operating, the product must be connected to a properly grounded and
appropriately rated AC receptacle using the supplied cord set.
Caution: This product contains sensitive electronic components that could be damaged
if exposed to excessive force.
Caution: Use only factory-approved consumables and cleaning kits. Use of any non-
approved supplies could damage the product and void the warranty.
Caution: Do not connect the wireless antenna connection to any outside plant
connection.
Figure: 1 - 1 Caution - Hot
The printhead heats during printing. Do not touch.

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Figure: 1 - 1 Wireless Option
Table 1: Wireless Assembly
Tools Needed
• 2.5mm Hex Head Wrench
• 7mm Nut Driver
• 8mm Nut Driver
Part Description
1 Standard 802.11b/g Wireless Assembly
2 Swivel Base Antenna
3 6” Wireless Cable Assembly
4 3.18mm X 6.35mm Micro-cellular Foam
5 Standard 802.11b/g Wireless Module Sub-
Assembly
6 Label, FCC ID
1
2
3
45
6

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Safety Overview
Caution: ESD protection is required when performing these steps.
Warning: The cover set may only be removed by a Datamax-O’Neil Authorized Service
Center. Unauthorized service will void the manufacturer’s warranty.
Warning: The printer must be powered off and disconnected from utility power prior to
performing these procedures. Failure to heed this warning may result in personal injury
or damage to internal components.
• Maintain complete ESD protection in a safe, clean environment at all times while
servicing this equipment.
• When handling the printhead, grasp it by its edges.
• Avoid contact between the printhead and clothing.
• Never pull on any wires to disconnect connectors. This can void the manufac-
turer’s warranty.

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Wireless Installation Procedure
Note: Retain all hardware for reassembly.
1. Open the media cover assembly.
2. If the present sensor option is installed on the cover, gently pry the sides of the
cable chain outward to disconnect it from the present sensor cable connection
cover.
Note: If there is no present sensor mounted on the media cover, continue to step 5.
Figure: 1 - 2 Cable Chain Disconnect
Note: To clarify the illustration above, the cable chain is shown disconnected from the
printer chassis backbone.

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3. Remove all four 7mm nuts securing the present sensor cable connection cover to
the media cover.
Figure: 1 - 3 PCB Cover
4. Disconnect the present sensor cable connector and route the connector (male) out
of the opening.
5. Loosen all three (3) 2.5mm hex head screws from the upper cover mount.
Note: For an easier re-installation, loosen but do not remove the screws.
Figure: 1 - 4 Upper Screws

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6. Loosen and remove the three (3) 2.5mm hex head screws securing the right side
cover to the printer chassis.
Figure: 1 - 5 Right Side Screws
7. Lift and remove the cover assembly from the printer chassis.
Caution: Exercise caution when removing the cover set assembly and secure it in a safe
position where it will not be damaged.
Figure: 1 - 6 Lift Cover Assembly
8. Insert the wireless module sub-assembly into its connection point on the main PCB
assembly.

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Note: Once it is fully inserted, it should click into place.
Figure: 1 - 7 Wireless Module Sub-Assembly

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9. Insert the foam strip directly behind the wireless module sub-assembly on the main
PCB board in the outlined area.
Note: The foam strip is intended to keep the module from accidentally becoming
ejected.
Figure: 1 - 8 Foam Strip

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10.Carefully remove the frame plug from the back of the printer.
Figure: 1 - 9 Frame Plug
Caution: Exercise caution when removing the plug to ensure the printer is not damaged.

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11. Insert the cable assembly through the frame and secure it with the included washer
and nut.
Figure: 1 - 10 Cable Assembly
12.Connect the cable assembly to the wireless module sub-assembly and ensure the
connection is secure.
Nut Washer
Cable Assembly

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Caution: Any pressure exerted on the wireless module sub-assembly could damage the
component. Exercise caution when making this connection.
Figure: 1 - 11 Cable Assembly Connection

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13.Install the antenna on the cable assembly and secure it by tightening the antenna
thumbscrew.
Figure: 1 - 12 Antenna Installation

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14.Apply the FCC ID label just above the antenna base.
Figure: 1 - 13 FCC ID Label
15.Reinstall all other printer components in the reverse order as they were
disassembled.
Note: Refer to the User’s Guide when setting up wireless communications.