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Instruction manual
Safety instructions
Printer and interface overview
Powering the printer on and off
Selecting and printing a job
Modifying a job
Maintenance
Troubleshooting - Information
1050
1200

Safety
Instruction manual 2
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
DECLARATION DE CONFORMITE CE
___________________________________________________________________________
MARKEM-IMAJE CORPORATION
150 Congress ST., Keene, NH 03431
United States of America
ensures that the new equipment referenced
below:
MARKEM-IMAJE CORPORATION
150 Congress ST., Keene, NH 03431
United States of America
certifie que l’équipement neuf, désigné ci-
dessous :
complies with the applicable European
Directives for printers, namely:
with the machinery directive 2006/42/EC
and with the relevant European standards.
EN ISO 13849:2012,EN ISO 12100:2010
with the electromagnetic compatibility
directive 2004/108/CE and with the relevant
European standards.
EN61000-6-2:2005,
EN 61000-6-4 :2007/A1 :2011
with the low voltage directive 2006/95/CE
and with the relevant European standards.
EN 60950-
1:2006/A11:2009/A1:2010/A12:2011
IEC 60825-1:2007
As a result, the material cited above, can be
CE marked.
Keene, N.H. U.S.A.
Date: Apr. 22, 15
est conforme aux directives européennes
applicables aux imprimantes, soit :
à la directive machines 2006/42/EC et
aux normes européennes qui en constituent
la réponse technique.
EN ISO 13849:2012, EN ISO 12100:2010
à la directive compatibilité
électromagnétique 2004/108/CE et aux
normes européennes qui en constituent la
réponse technique.
EN61000-6-2:2005,
EN 61000-6-4 :2007/A1 :2011
à la directive basse tension 2006/95/CE
et aux normes européennes qui en
constituent la réponse technique.
EN 60950-
1:2006/A11:2009/A1:2010/A12:2011
IEC 60825-1:2007
En conséquence, le matériel ci-dessus cité,
peut porter le marquage CE.
Paul J. Hebert
Manager, Product Reliability and Regulatory Compliance
_____________________________________________________________________________
Example
Serial nb. :
Example
Nº de serie:
Markem-Imaje Corporation 150 Congress ST., Keene, NH 03431, United States of America
Tel. : [phone]– Fax : [phone] – www.markem-imaje.com
OTS-FOR-046 REV: 02 02/15
EXAMPLE
1050/1200

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Before using this printer, please read and fully comply with these
instructions, the safety data sheet (SDS) for consumables used, and
safety labels afxed to the printer. Servicing must be performed only
by qualied people who are appropriately trained.
■Liability
Markem-Imaje shall not be liable for any damage or injury resulting from any
failure to follow these safety instructions, as well as good manufacturing practices
and safety standards that are generally applicable in the industry, when installing,
using or servicing Markem-Imaje equipment.
Any user who modies or repairs Markem-Imaje equipment, uses consumables,
spare parts or accessories other than those supplied by Markem-Imaje, or fails
to comply with Markem-Imaje specications shall have sole responsibility for the
consequences thereof.
Markem-Imaje shall not be liable for any malfunction or damage caused by any
modication of the equipment or use of the equipment for any purposes other
than those for which it is designed. The user shall be solely responsible to take
any precautions required by any use to which the user puts the Markem-Imaje
equipment.
Markem-Imaje consumables (inks, cleaning products and other consumables),
spare parts and accessories are designed for use with Markem-Imaje equipment.
Use of consumables, spare parts or accessories, that are not produced or
recommended by Markem-Imaje for use with the specic Markem-Imaje
equipment may harm the equipment and cause performance failures.
Because Markem-Imaje equipment is tested with Markem-Imaje consumables
and spare parts for conformity with certain regulations and safety standards, use
of non-Markem-Imaje consumables and spare parts also may be inconsistent with
testing conditions and affect compliance of the equipment with certain standards.
The user shall bear all risks associated with use of unsuitable consumables and
spare parts.
This equipment is certied in accordance with the requirements for CE marking.

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■Health / Hygiene / Environment
□ When handling consumables, avoid contact with skin and eyes.
□ Wearing contact lenses when handling certain consumables is strictly
prohibited.
□ Ink-resistant gloves and safety goggles are recommended during
cleaning operation.
□ Max. noise level < 70 dB(A)
□ Operating temperature: +10°C to +40°C (+50°F to +104°F)
□ Humidity: 0 - 80% RH with no condensation.
NOTE: The use of certain inks may limit the temperature and humidity
ranges (see the ink specication sheet).
□ The printer must NOT be used in explosive atmospheres.
■Fire prevention
CAUTION: For continued protection against possible re, use only ink
specied by Markem-Imaje.
If your printer uses ammable ink:
□ Install a foam, CO2 or powder extinguisher immediately adjacent to the
printer (maximum 10 meters).
□ Never smoke near the printer. Afx a sign "NO SMOKING, FLAMMABLE
INK" near the printer.
□ Ensure that the printer is kept particularly clean, as dried ink deposits
remain ammable.
□ Keep pen cartridge containers closed when not in use.
□ Keep pen cartridge containers away from heat and sources of ignition.
□ Use with adequate ventilation.

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■Handling
1050 controller weight: 9,07 kg (20 lb)
1200 controller weight: 10,66 kg (24 lb)
Ensure that lifting rules are followed when handling the equipment by
hand or use appropriate mechanical handling facilities.
If moving a printhead that contains consumables, avoid vibrations.
■Installation
The printer must be installed in accordance with applicable
requirements. Installation must be performed by a Markem-Imaje
technician. Any person modifying the installation shall be wholly liable
for such modications.
The printhead must be secured rmly in place with fastening devices.
The printer must be installed in a ventilated location, away from any
source of heat, ames, or sparks.
The printer installation on the production line must not generate any risks
for staff. The printer must not be integrated on a moving system.
The operator’s work station must face the printhead.
The printer must be connected to a single phase mains electricity network
with earth ground, using the cable supplied with the printer. The standard
plug on this cable must be easily accessible.
The electrical and pneumatic installations upline of the printer must
comply with applicable regulations. Printer electrical characteristics: see
manufacturer’s plate on the controller.
For information on fastening a Markem-Imaje accessory, refer to the
assembly instructions delivered with it.
The Model 1050 and Model 1200 have been designed and tested
to withstand electrical noise found in industrial environments. In
environments exhibiting extreme electrical conditions, additional
protection such as line ltering or an uninterruptible power supply are
required. In such environments, it is the end user’s responsibility to make
necessary corrections.

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The controller can be used in a horizontal or a vertical position.
If the controller is mounted in the vertical position, the lter assembly
must be removed and rotated so that the grille for vents and fans are
horizontal.
If mounted to the optional stand, the base must be xed to the oor.
Horizontal position
(shown on table)
Vertical position
(shown on optional stand)

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■Use
The printer is designed for drop-on-demand thermal ink jet industrial
marking and coding. Any other use of the printer is prohibited, and any
consequences shall be under the entire responsibility of the user.
■Servicing
We recommend that maintenance work be carried out only by staff who
have received technical training from Markem-Imaje and who have the
appropriate personal protective equipment (e.g., safety goggles and
gloves). Any maintenance work not described in this manual must be
carried out by Markem-Imaje technicians.
Disconnect the printer from the mains before doing any operation requiring
components to be removed or exchanged.
Use appropriate tools for any work on the electrical and hydraulic circuits.
Do not leave rags soaked with consumables near the printer.
Caution: This unit contains a replaceable internal lithium ion battery. The
battery may burst or explode, releasing hazardous chemicals. Use only
the same type of lithium ion battery for replacement as a risk of explosion
occurs with the placement of an incorrect type. To reduce the risk of re
or burns, do not crush, puncture, or dispose of the battery in re or water.

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■Recycling
Disposal of used batteries and rechargeable batteries
(applicable in European Union countries and other European
countries with selective waste collection systems).
Disposal of used electrical and electronic equipment
(applicable in European Union countries and other European
countries with selective waste collection systems).
These symbols indicate that the electrical and electronic device, and
the batteries and rechargeable batteries therein, must not be disposed
of at the end of its life as ordinary municipal solid waste. By ensuring
that these items are disposed of appropriately, you play an active role
in avoiding the harmful consequences that incorrect disposal could
have on the environment and human health. The recycling of materials
contributes to the preservation of natural resources.
By entrusting your end-of-life electrical devices to a duly authorized
disposal company, you ensure that all the items therein will be handled
correctly.
In all other cases and in order to safely remove batteries, rechargeable
batteries and other materials, contact your Markem-Imaje representative.

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■1050/1200 printer integration
If this equipment is integrated in a machine, please read the instruction
manual for the machine before working on the 1050/1200 printer.
If the 1050/1200 printer is incorporated in a machine or assembled with
other machines in a way that forms machinery covered by the Directive
2006/95/CE:
- It may not operate independently
- It must not be commissioned until the end machine in which it is
incorporated has been declared to comply with the relevant provisions
of the Machinery Directive and other European directives applicable to
the end machine.

Introduction to the printer
Instruction manualInstruction manual
■Installation presentation (example only)
1010
1
2
3
4
5
1Controller
2Bulk ink delivery system (optional)
3Alarm tower (optional)
4Printhead
5Stand (optional)

Introduction to the printer
Instruction manual
■Manufacturer Label Location
11
1050
1200

Introduction to the controller
Instruction manual
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2
2
3
44 5
A B CD
EF
G
HIJKL
M
12
bottom view 1050
bottom view 1200
1Controller
2Filter covers (2)
3Cover lock
4USB port
5User interface
AEncoder HI/O
BProduct sensor II/O
CPen 1 JUSB port
DPen 2 KEthernet
EPen 3 LPower On/Off
FPen 4 MPower cord connector
GAlarm tower
AEncoder HI/O
BProduct sensor II/O
CPrinthead 1 JUSB port
DPrinthead 2 KEthernet
EPrinthead 3 LPower On/Off
FPrinthead 4 MPower cord connector
GAlarm tower NLink
OCongurable I/O
A variety of available printheads:

Instruction manual
Introduction to the head
13
DO NOT DISCONNECT WITH POWER ON
Do Not Insert Or Remove Pen Cartridge
While Printing
1050 printhead connector for
attachment to the controller
Pen Cartridge latch
Pen Cartridge stall
A variety of available printheads:
Each printhead contains the warning labels below:
1200 printhead connectors for attachment to
the controller:
Yellow-Ethernet, Black-power cable
1200 printhead
1050 printhead

Instruction manual
Introduction to the interface
14
Start/Pause printing
Shut Down button
Job name Printing status
Consumable
details
Printer
information
Fault/Warning
information
Estimated ink
remaining
Production Information
Print preview
Ink part number
■Consumable Details screen
Estimated percent of ink remaining
Icon bar
■Home screen
Ink OK
Ink Low
Ink Critical

Instruction manual
Presentation of the menus
15
Number of Pens
Number of Fields*
Unit of Measure
Pen Number
Join With Next
Horizontal DPI
Vertical DPI
Width
Job
New Job
Delete
Prole
Edit
* Appears if the Variable Data Input (VDI)
software is installed
Operator
Logon

Instruction manual
Presentation of the menus
16
Edit
Add Advanced Text
Add Barcode
Add Bitmap
Clocks...
Time Stamps...
Shift Codes...
User Inserts...
Counters...
New...
Open...
Save
Save As...
Exit
Undo
Object Properties...
Layout Settings...
Delete
Cut
Copy
Paste
Select All
Align
Make Same Size
Zoom % (25-500)
Zoom In
Zoom Out
File
Edit
Layout
Format
View

Instruction manual
Presentation of the menus
17
Tools Ink Levels
Log
Print History
Windows
Functions
Data
Workow
Printer
Conguration
Prole
Management
Congure I/O

Instruction manual
Powering on the printer
00:00:40
18
The selected job is ready to be printed.
1
2
3
4
ON position
Welcome
00:00:30

Instruction manual
Powering off the printer
00:00:40
19
(if necessary)
1
2
3
Press to
shut down the
interface.
Ensure that
the software
shutdown is
complete before
moving to
Step 2.
OFF position
Shutting down
00:00:09

Instruction manual
Selecting and printing a job
1
20
1
2
Job
3
4
Select a job from
the job selection
list.
The newly selected
job is ready to
print.
Start printing