DTM Print LX610e User manual

User’s Manual
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Section 1: Getting Started..........................................................................................................................................................................................................5
1A Choosing a Good Location...................................................................................................................................................................................5
1B Unpacking and Inspection ...................................................................................................................................................................................6
1C Installing the Roll Holders ....................................................................................................................................................................................7
1D Identifying the Parts ...........................................................................................................................................................................................11
Section 2: Media, Cartridges and Knives .........................................................................................................................................................................14
2A Label and Roll Specications............................................................................................................................................................................14
2B Installing Digital Die-Cutting Label Stock....................................................................................................................................................17
2C Installing Pre Die-Cut Label Stock...................................................................................................................................................................20
2D Replacing the Digital Die Cutting Knife holder..........................................................................................................................................24
2E Replacing the Cutting Knife...............................................................................................................................................................................26
2F Replacing Ink Cartridges ....................................................................................................................................................................................27
2G Adjusting the Gap Sensor Position (Pre Die-Cut Labels Only)..............................................................................................................29
Section 3: Primera PrintHub...................................................................................................................................................................................................31
3A Adjusting Knife Pressure and Stretch Factor...............................................................................................................................................32
3B Using the Cost Estimator .................................................................................................................................................................................... 34
3C Set the Gap Sensor Mode (Pre Die-Cut Labels Only) ...............................................................................................................................35
3D Set the Present/Cut Mode .................................................................................................................................................................................37
3E Adjusting Print Alignment .................................................................................................................................................................................39
3F PrintHub Settings ..................................................................................................................................................................................................41
3G PrintHub Printer Settings...................................................................................................................................................................................43
3G1. Multiple Printer Support.........................................................................................................................................................................44
Section 4 Printing and Cutting with PTCreate................................................................................................................................................................46
4A Overview (Standard version vs Pro version)................................................................................................................................................46
4B PTCreate Software Activation ..........................................................................................................................................................................50
4C Software Deactivation......................................................................................................................................................................................... 52
4D Tutorial How to setup a Print and Cut in PTCreate Standard ............................................................................................................... 53
4D.1 Choosing a Label Size (Page Layout) ................................................................................................................................................ 53
4D.2 Import a at Image (JPG, BMP, PNG, TIF, GIF) .................................................................................................................................54
4D.3 Add a Cut le ..............................................................................................................................................................................................57
4D.4 Print................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 60
4E: Tutorial: How to Setup a Print and Cut using PTCreate Pro – Vector File Cut .................................................................................61
4E.1 Choosing a Label Size (Page Layout) .................................................................................................................................................62
4E.2 Import a at Image (JPG, BMP, PNG, TIF, GIF)...................................................................................................................................63
4E.3 Working with Layers in an Imported Vector File ............................................................................................................................ 65
4F Tutorial: How to Setup a Print and Cut using PTCreate Pro – Contour Cut ......................................................................................67
4F.1 Choosing a Label Size (Page Layout) ..................................................................................................................................................67
4F.2 Import an Image ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 68
4F.3 Trace Image and create Cut Line ..........................................................................................................................................................72
4F.4 Oset a Cut Path ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 75
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4G Setup multiple identical cuts (Duplicate and Array) ...............................................................................................................................77
4H Print Preview ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................82
4I Vector File Specications for Designer............................................................................................................................................................83
Section 5: Printing only to Pre Die-Cut labels ................................................................................................................................................................84
5A Using NiceLabel for Pre Die-Cut Printing ....................................................................................................................................................84
5A.1 Printing from NiceLabel .........................................................................................................................................................................87
5B Using BarTender for Pre Die-Cut Printing ....................................................................................................................................................87
5C Add Text, Barcodes and Graphics to a BarTender Label..........................................................................................................................96
5D Printing from Other Programs .........................................................................................................................................................................97
5E Creating a Full Bleed Print ..................................................................................................................................................................................99
5F Printer Driver Settings........................................................................................................................................................................................101
Section 6: Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................................................................................................104
6A Solving Pre Die-Cut Print Alignment Problems .......................................................................................................................................104
6B Maintenance .........................................................................................................................................................................................................106
6C Poor Print Quality – Cleaning the Cartridge..............................................................................................................................................108
6D Technical Support...............................................................................................................................................................................................112
Section 7: Technical Specications....................................................................................................................................................................................113

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THANK YOU…
...for choosing an LX610e Color Label Printer. The LX610e Printer will print razor-sharp text and barcodes, vibrant colors, and even
stunning photo-realistic photographs directly onto rolls of labels, card stock and a variety of other approved media. AND with the
built in digital die cutter you can cut and create your labels in any size or shape you choose.
This User’s Manual is your complete step-by-step guide to quickly and easily setting up and printing with your new Color Label
Printer!
1A Choosing a Good Location
Place the printer on a at surface in a location with adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat buildup.
Do not place the printer near heat sources such as radiators or air ducts, or in a place subject to direct sun
light, excessive dust, mechanical vibration or shock.
Allow for adequate clearance in front of the printer to accommodate the printed label stock as it is leaving
the printer to avoid the possibility of binding or jamming of the label stock.
Allow for 6”of clearance behind the printer to accommodate loop creation during cutting operations. The
area directly behind the printer must also not be obstructed by USB or power cables connected to the
printer.
Allow for adequate overhead clearance for opening the top cover to allow easy access to the labels tock
and ink cartridge.The printer will require 7 inches (17.78 cm) of additional space on the top side to completely
open the cover (Total = 16.5” or 41.91 cm).
Section 1: Getting Started

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1B Unpacking and Inspection
While unpacking your printer, inspect the carton to ensure that no damage has occurred during shipping.
Make sure that all supplied accessories are included with your unit. The following items are included in the
supply box:
1. Power Adapter and Cord
2. 6’ USB Cable (If other USB cable is used, it must be 6’ (2 M) or less)
3. Color Dye Ink Cartridge Part Number 53496 (Pigment is also available – Part Number: 53491)
4. Die Cutting Knife Holder with knife preinstalled
5. Label roll holders (Assembly required – section 1C)
6. Large Roll Hub
7. Small Roll Hub
8. T8 Allen Key and two screws
9. Printed documentation

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1C Installing the Roll Holders
Some light assembly is required before operating the printer.Follow these instructions to install the roll
holders.
1. Set the printer on its front so the bottom is facing you
2. Install the movable label roll holder by attaching the hooked end on the rail. The bottom of
the holder will t in the notch on the printer.
Movable Roll Holder
Rail
Tab
Movable Roll Holder

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3. Slide the Roll Holder to the far right.
Notch
4. Install the roll guide by attaching the hookedend on the rail. The bottom of the holder will t in the
notch on the printer. Roll Guide
Roll Guide
Notch

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Stop
5. Slide the Roll Holder to the far right.
6. Locate the remaining roll holder with the protruding wire. Connect the wire to the port on the
printer.Tuck the wire inside the cavity.
Push the wire into
the cavity as you
move the holder
closer to the
notch
Notch
Wire

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7. Snap the holder in place so the two screw holes line up with the holes on the printer.
8. Install the T8 screws using the INCLUDED Allen key or a Torx T8 screwdriver.
9. Rotate the printer back on its feet.