InfoSight LabeLase 1000Exhaust User manual

LabeLase1000Exhaust Tag Printer
Operation Manual
Revision A2
April 2017
INFOSIGHT CORPORATION
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COPYRIGHT
Copyright © 2003-2016 INFOSIGHT CORPORATION
All rights reserved, Printed in U.S.A.
First Printing: August 2003
INFOSIGHT CORPORATION reserves the right to make changes in specifications and other information
contained in this manual without prior notice, and the reader should consult INFOSIGHT CORPORATION
to determine whether any such changes have been made.
In no event shall INFOSIGHT CORPORATION be liable for any incidental, indirect, special, or
consequential damages whatsoever (including but not limited to lost profits) arising out of, or relating to
this manual or the information contained in it, even if INFOSIGHT CORPORATION has been advised,
knew, or should have known of the possibility of such damages.
INFOSIGHT CORPORATION expressly warrants the equipment manufactured by it as set forth in the
Standard Terms and Conditions of Sale. INFOSIGHT CORPORATION makes no other warranties, either
expressed or implied (including without limitation warranties as to merchant ability or fitness for a
particular purpose).
InfoTag, LabeLase, PermaLabel®, Pic-Anneal®, and Kettle Tag®Plus are registered trademarks of
InfoSight Corporation.
LabeLaseProducer, Info-TintTM, Foam TagTM, Tough TagTM, AlumaTagTM, and X-Tag™ are
trademarks of InfoSight Corporation.
Windowsis a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

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Optical/Laser Safety
INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION
AVOID EYE OR SKIN EXPOSURE TO
DIRECT OR SCATTERED RADIATION
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT, USING
A CLASS 4 EMBEDDED LASER (10 W, 10.57 –10.63 μm)
The laser beam Exits the Final lens 5 inches from the tag
Never attempt to operate the Laser Tag Marker without the protective covers in place.
Never attempt to override any of the safety interlocks on the tag printer.
Never attempt to dismantle or repair the tag printer. In case of malfunction contact an Infosight service
representative.
Any of the actions mentioned above may result in permanent eye or skin damage. Refer to Laser Safety
((page 30) for more information on laser safety.
Labels / Warnings
Caution, Laser Radiation –See Appendix A
Warning label located on the front and top of the main cover:
CLASS 4 INVISIBLE LASER
RADIATION WHEN OPEN
AVOID EYE OR SKIN EXPOSURE TO
DIRECT OR SCATTERED RADIATION
Warning label located above the rating plate on the back of the Laser
Marker:
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
Environmental
Conditions
The LabeLase®Printer is intended for Indoor use only. Altitude up to 6500
feet, operating temperature 40 to 100 degrees F, 80% maximum relative
humidity, rated 100-240Vac 50/60 HZ, 5 Amps, pollution degree 2
CAUTION
If this printer is not used in the manner specified by this manual, the
safety features provided may be insufficient.
Warning Label located on the front of the printer, near the tag feed,
regarding California Proposition 65.

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FUME EXTRACTION SAFETY INFORMATION
The printer includes a port for attaching the appropriate hoses. It also includes the capability to
automatically start the fume extractor. Customers are able to operate any fume extractor with this
printer. InfoSight recommends the purchase of a filter system (Part # 100-LF) from Filtronics for
this purpose.

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SOFTWARE/FIRMWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT
IMPORTANT: THE SUBJECT PROGRAMS ARE LICENSED BY INFOSIGHT CORPORATION TO
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PROGRAMS INDICATES YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THESE TERMS. THIS IS A LEGAL
AGREEMENT BETWEEN YOU, THE END USER, AND INFOSIGHT CORPORATION.
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PREFACE
The LABELASE1000Exhaust Tag Printer is fourth in the family of InfoSight laser tag markers. The
LABELASE1000Exhaust series contains many new features, including: a higher internal processor clock
speed, a PC-driven interface and the ability to print multilingual fonts.
This OPERATIONS manual is intended as a companion to the ONLINE REFERENCE MANUALS
supplied with the Producer & Designer software package and also available on the Infosight webpage:
http://www.infosight.com/labelaseproducer2/producer
http://www.infosight.com/labelaseproducer2/designer
This OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE manual will be automatically installed on your computer hard
drive when installing the Producer™ software. It may be found under the PROGRAMS menu with other
INFOSIGHT software and HELP files.
MINIMUM SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
IBM PC 100% compatible computer.
Windows 7 (32/64bit) / Windows 8/8.1 (32/64 bit) / Windows 10 (32/64 bit)
1 Serial Com port, USB port, or Ethernet port (for connection to the printer).
Color monitor (1024X768 resolution or higher recommended).

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PRINTER SETUP_________________________________________________________ 1
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION________________________________________________ 1
SYSTEM CONNECTIONS & POWER-UP: ______________________________________ 2
PRINTER COMMUNICATIONS______________________________________________ 2
STARTUP SEQUENCE: ____________________________________________________ 3
LOADING NEW TAGS ____________________________________________________ 4
PREPARING TO PRINT TAGS –USING VACUUM FUME EXTRACTOR _______________ 5
PRINTING A TAG ________________________________________________________ 7
LABELASE
PRODUCER
SOFTWARE_______________________________________ 7
PRINTER CONFIGURATION & LASER SETTINGS ________________________________ 9
CYCLE TIME CONSIDERATIONS_____________________________________________ 9
BASIC TROUBLE SHOOTING ______________________________________________ 11
NORMAL MAINTENANCE & SERVICING_____________________________________ 12
AIR FILTER REMOVAL & REPLACEMENT ____________________________________ 12
FUSE REPLACEMENT____________________________________________________ 13
CUSTOMER SERVICE ____________________________________________________ 15
FUNCTIONAL BLOCK DIAGRAM ___________________________________________ 16
Declaration of Conformity _______________________________________________ 17
Appendix A | Laser Safety _______________________________________________ 19
ENGINEERING DRAWINGS _______________________________________________ 23

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PRINTER SETUP
The LABELASE1000Exhaust Tag Printer requires 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 2.4 A.
NOTE: both sides of the incoming line voltage are fused. See the Maintenance section for
instructions on replacing fuses.
The LABELASE® 1000Exhaust Tag Printer should be positioned so that the power supply cord exits from
the back of the machine.
The LABELASE1000Exhaust Tag Printer should be placed in a temperature controlled environment.
This marker, though designed for industrial use, should be treated as any typical computer system and
printer. Dirty environments will necessitate a more frequent cleaning schedule for internal optics.
NOTE: If the printer is housed in a secondary protective enclosure, the two exhaust fans located on the
bottom of the printer directly underneath the tag feed drive area must not be obstructed. Ideally the fans
should be exhausted to the environment outside the enclosure, with clean & dry makeup air entering the
enclosure toward the back of the printer near the foam element air filter.
An RS-232 serial communications cable is provided for communicating with your Windows-based PC. A
USB cable is also provided with the USB/Ethernet communications module. See the serial connector
wiring diagram at the back of this manual for additional information if another serial cable is required.
The LabeLase 1000Exhaust Tag Printer should be positioned near the chosen fume extractor. The hoses
should be properly attached. An outlet exists on the back of the machine intended to power the fume
extractor. The outlet for the fume extractor is rated at 3 amps. Plug the fume extractor power cord into this
outlet.
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION
Before connecting the printer to your PC, LabeLase® Producer™ software should first be installed on your
PC.
The easiest way to install the software is to use the Installer Thumb Drive that came with your new printer.
In addition to installing the correct version of Producer™ and Designer for your specific printer model, it
will also allow you to configure the appropriate communications interface.
If your original Installer Thumb Drive is not available OR for the latest release of Producer™ and Designer
software, downloaded the installer package directly from http://www.infosight.com/support/software/37-
labelase-producer-metal-tag-production-software. This is a self-contained, single self-installing file.
However, it will not automatically guide you through the configuration process for communications, and
you must therefore follow the steps outlined in the LabeLase® Producer™Software Installation Manual.
The LabeLase®Producer™Software Installation Manual is available and shipped with your equipment.
The Installation Manual covers printer connection, communication connections, and installation of the
software. Refer to this manual for any issues during software installation on your PC.
NOTE: LabeLase® Producer™ and Designer Software are separate executable programs, however they are
bundled together and downloaded/installed together.

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NOTE: rear panel layouts may vary,
depending on the printer
configuration
USB & Ethernet connectors.
Refer to the LabeLase® Producer™
Software Installation Manual for
instructions on installing required
drivers.
SYSTEM CONNECTIONS & POWER-UP:
1.Attach the included RS-232 cable from the LABELASE
1000Exhaust Tag Printer to your Windows-based PC
running LabeLaseProducersoftware.
2.Insert the AC power cord of the fume extractor into the
provided outlet.
3.Connect the AC power cord to the printer and plug the
other end into a nearby power receptacle. NOTE: both
sides of the incoming line voltage are fused. See the
Maintenance section for instructions on replacing
fuses.
4.Place the security key into rear of machine. The key
functions as an ON-OFF switch.
5.Turn key to the vertical (ON) position. NOTE: The
security key can only be removed when in the OFF
position.
6.Press the power switch to the ON position (1).
PRINTER COMMUNICATIONS
LL1000Exhaust series of printers requires a communication link to a PC running Producer™ software. In
addition to the standard serial RS232 link, an integrated USB/Ethernet module is provided. The LabeLase®
Producer™Software Installation Manual addresses Printer Communications in Sections “Connection
Type”, “RS232 Serial COM Port”, “USB Port”, and “Ethernet Network Connection”.
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STARTUP SEQUENCE:
1. Install tag stock onto tag payoff reel. Be sure to re-attach the keeper bar to prevent the tag roll from
falling off the reel.
2. Confirm that the rear power switch is ON and the rear key switch is in the vertical ON position.
3. Remove E-STOP by twisting the red button on the top of the printer by one-quarter turn clockwise.
4. Feed tag stock into printer. If necessary, press the tag FEED button to align tags to the breakoff
location.
5. Start LabeLaseProducersoftware on your PC.
6. Load a pre-existing tag layout, or design a new tag layout. NOTE: designing or changing a tag layout
requires SUPERVISOR login and using LabeLase® Designer Software.
A. Refer to the LabeLase®Producer™Software Manual for loading a tag layout.
B. Refer to the LabeLase®Producer™Software Manual and Designer Software Manual for
changing and/or designing a tag layout.
7. Adjust printer setup parameters if necessary (e.g., laser speed). NOTE: other than setting laser speed
(LIGHTER/DARKER slider bar), this feature requires SUPERVISOR login.
NOTE: The Producersoftware is password protected for all features beyond loading an
existing tag layout, entering tag variable data, adjusting laser speed and initiating printing.
The default password for new installations is blank (no data, no spaces). A new password
should be created before printer is commissioned for regular operator use.

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LOADING NEW TAGS
Loading a new roll of tags is as easy as mounting the new roll on the payoff reel so that it unwinds from the
bottom, and hand-feeding the leading edge of the tag stock into the rear feed slot. The marking side of the
tag stock should be facing UP. Gently push it into the slot until it stops against the internal (rear drive)
roller. The printer will then automatically draw the tag stock into the printer.
If necessary, tag stock can be manually fed into the printer by pressing the FEED button located beside the
large red E-STOP button.
CAUTION: DO NOT GRIP THE TAG STOCK BY ITS EDGES WHEN FEEDING
INTO THE PRINTER. PROTECT YOUR HANDS AND FINGERS FROM THE
SHARP EDGES OF THIN METAL TAG STOCK AT ALL TIMES.
Feed Button Operation:
Press & Release Quickly = feed one tag-length OUT (forward).
Press & Hold for 1 Second = feed one tag-length IN (reverse).
Press & Hold for longer than 2 Seconds = CONTINUOUS REVERSE FEED.
Reminder - The marker is not ready for use and will not feed tags until the E-STOP
button is returned to the OUT position by twisting the red button one-quarter turn
CLOCKWISE.
Tag Reel
Keeper Bar

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PREPARING TO PRINT TAGS –USING VACUUM FUME EXTRACTOR
LabeLase Producer Software is capable of automatically operating the Vacuum Fume Extractor. The
power supply (maximum 3 amps) to the Vacuum Fume Extractor chosen by the customer should be
connected in the rear of the machine. LabeLase Producer Software is then able to supply power to the
Vacuum Fume Extractor.
The LabeLase Producer Software will turn on the Vacuum Fume Extractor and run it for 10 seconds prior
to printing a tag. This is called the Filter Delay. The LabeLase Producer Software will also automatically
reverse feed tag material to properly align metal tags for their start print location and the break-off point.
This is called Auto Reverse Feed.
Printer Configuration for Metal Tags without Fume Extractor
1. In the LabeLase Producer Software Screen, select Setup/Printer Configuration:
2. Select the Printer Configuration Tab.
3. Check the box next to Disable Filter Delay.
4. The Auto Reverse Feed should be enabled.
5. Print tags according to directions below: PRINTING A METAL TAG.
Printer Configuration for Metal Tags with Fume Extractor
1. In the LabeLase Producer Software Screen, select Setup/Printer Configuration:
2. Select the Printer Configuration Tab.
3. Uncheck the box next to Disable Filter Delay (thus enabling the Filter Delay).
4. The Auto Reverse Feed should be enabled.
5. Print tags according to directions below: PRINTING A METAL TAG.

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LabeLase Producer Screens for Printer Configuration:
Please note these screens may change with different versions of LabeLase Producer Software.
1. Setup/Printer Configuration:
2. Select Printer Configuration Tab and check or uncheck desired boxes:
Select Printer Configuration
Don’t Reverse from Tear-Off Before
Print (Or Disable Auto Reverse Feed):
Check Box when printing Flexible Film
Tags
Disable Filter Delay:
Check box when printing
Metal Tags

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PRINTING A TAG
Note - The following assumes the LABELASE1000Exhaust Tag Printer has already been setup with a tag
layout.
There are several ways to print a tag using the LABELASE1000Exhaust.
A) If tag stock is loaded in the machine from the rear payoff reel and properly aligned at the break off
exit point:
1. Pressing the PRINT button located beside the red E-STOP will initiate printing of 1 or
more tags, depending on operator-entered data on the main Producer™screen.
2. Pressing the F12 key on your PC.
3. Placing the mouse pointer over the Begin Print button on your PC and left clicking.
4. A print command may be sent from your host computer to your PC via Extended
Protocol.
B) If there is no tag stock feeding in from the back of the machine, a single tag inserted in the
FRONT slot will be automatically drawn into the printer.
5. If the AUTO PRINT SINGLE ITEMS box is checked (enabled) in the SETUP /
PRINTER CONFIGURATION menu (requires supervisor login), then tag printing will
begin automatically with no further action or input required.
6. If the auto print box is NOT checked, then any of the above methods in paragraph (A)
may be used to initiate printing.
NOTE: The SINGLE PRINT feature of the printer requires a minimum tag or tag-strip
length of three inches (76mm).
For example, a single 3x3 (or 3x4, 3x6, etc.) tag may be printed. If single printing of a
1x3 (25 x 76mm) tag is desired, a strip of at least 3 tags must be inserted in the front slot.
CAUTION: DO NOT GRIP THE TAG STOCK BY ITS EDGES WHEN FEEDING
INTO THE PRINTER. PROTECT YOUR HANDS AND FINGERS FROM THE
SHARP EDGES OF THIN METAL TAG STOCK AT ALL TIMES.

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LABELASEPRODUCERSOFTWARE
LabeLaseProduceris an integrated, Windows-based application for complete control of tag design and
printing. For complete details, please refer to the ONLINE REFERENCE MANUAL supplied with the
software, or on the web at http://www.infosight.com/labelaseproducer2/producer.
Features:
The software has many features designed to provide maximum flexibility to serve the customer’s specific
marking needs. Some of these features include:
Built-in and online (web access) HELP.
Total freedom to change tag layout whenever needed.
WYSIWYG (“What You See Is What You Get”) user interface for simple and intuitive tag design.
New features emulating popular presentation software packages to speed layout and organization
of complex designs containing multiple text and graphics fields.
An unlimited number of data, text, barcode and graphics fields.
Move fields easily with drag-and-drop.
Rotate fields in 90-degree increments.
Unlimited UNDO-REDO to easily correct mistakes.
Optional placement grid with snap-to placement aid.
Optional field anchor display shows field alignment.
Zoom in/out for detailed display.
Tag geometry features such as holes, slots, bare edges and bend lines can be shown.
Prints all PC-installed fonts, including Unicode characters for all languages.
User-selectable download of message data from a host computer via RS-232, network TCP/IP, or
network file transfer. A wide selection of communications protocols includes InfoSight
Extended, emulation of Zebra and Intermec standard printers, and simple comma or tab-separated,
flat-file formats.
Operator entry of message data, for example if the host computer is unavailable.
Easy control over printer setup parameters such as laser speed and high/low pixel density (i.e.,
“draft” and “normal” printing modes)
Auto-print feature for single tag printing (i.e., whenever a roll of tags is not loaded, a single tag
can be auto-printed simply by inserting the tag in the front tag slot).
Auto-incrementing of all text and number fields, for unattended batch printing.
Option to make text and graphic fields “non-printable”
Option to make non-printable fields visible in the File Open dialog, and on the Producer™ main
screen.

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PRINTER CONFIGURATION & LASER SETTINGS
The LabeLase®1000Exhaust printer and LabeLase®Producer™ software are designed with a high degree
of flexibility and user-control, to enable the system to be used in a wide range of applications and on an
ever-increasing array of laser-markable materials.
Calibration and configuration settings are accessed in LabeLase®Producer™ under SETUP-PRINTER
CONFIGURATION. On-line help instructions will guide you through each of the available settings. The
most common parameters for fine-tuning the performance of the printer beyond the easy-to-use
LIGHTER/DARKER SLIDER BAR are LASER SPEED, LASER OFF TICKLE, and LASER ON DUTY
CYCLE, all of which are found under the LASER tab. Each of these parameters separately and together
can be adjusted to create the right balance of black/white contrast, fineness of detail and cycle time.
As laser speed is increased printing cycle time will be faster. In general, as laser speed increases, duty
cycle must also be increased to achieve the same relative blackness. Some materials with especially
sensitive surfaces, such as PermaLabel®, will print more consistently at lower duty cycles, and therefore
correspondingly lower laser speeds. Tickle controls the readiness of the laser to fire and helps maintain
consistency of marking across the tag surface. Some tag materials are more sensitive to power variation
than others, but in most cases this parameter can be left at its factory setting.
Typical Range of Settings (DRAFT mode OFF):
Laser Speed: 50-75 ips
Laser Off Tickle: 7-15 µs
Laser On Duty Cycle: 60-95%
Each printer is calibrated in our factory before shipping, and the
results are recorded on two tags as shown at the right. Save
these tags in the event you ever want to return the printer to its
original factory configuration.
Experience has shown the following settings to be a good
starting point for the most common types of tag material. Each
individual application may then be fine-tuned to achieve the
right balance of cycle time, fineness of detail, and black/white
contrast.
Typical Laser Settings (DRAFT mode OFF)
InfoTag®
Hi - Temp
Pic-Anneal®
PermaLabel®
X-Tag™
Laser
Speed
70
60
55
20
Tickle
15
15
15
15
Duty
Cycle
95%
95%
95%
95%
Calibration Tag
Factory Settings

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CYCLE TIME CONSIDERATIONS
Tag layout and printer configuration can have a significant influence on cycle time. Here are a few
techniques that in many cases can significantly speed printing.
1. Select DRAFT mode. When DRAFT mode is on, stepper and
mirror resolution, laser speed, font sizes, and barcode and
graphic scales are automatically adjusted.
2. Increase laser speed (move slider bar to LIGHTER). It may be
necessary to increase Laser Duty Cycle to maintain black/white
contrast.
3. Use ARIAL BLACK font for text, to create darker easier-
to-read characters. Also try using the BOLD font setting
instead of a larger font size.
4. Design printing to run ACROSS the tag at 90° rotation
(right angles to tag feed) rather than down the tag at 0°
rotation (printing parallel to tag feed is slower).
5. Avoid drawing graphic boxes around text or other
graphics with long vertical (parallel to tag feed) lines.
6. Combine text strings into fewer lines. A single long line
of text is more efficient than several short lines of text (at
90° rotation, parallel to tag feed).
7. Keep graphics/logo X-scale and Y-scale factors equal to
1. If the graphic or logo must be re-sized to fit on the tag,
use an external application such as MS PAINT to change
the dimensions of the image and re-save the BMP file
before importing into Producer™.
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