Intermec EasyCoder PC4 User manual

User’s Guide
EasyCoder PC4
Bar Code Label
Printer

Intermec Technologies Corporation
Corporate Headquarters
6001 36th Ave. W.
Everett, WA 98203
U.S.A.
www.intermec.com
e information contained herein is proprietary and is provided solely
for the purpose of allowing customers to operate and service Intermec-
manufactured equipment and is not to be released, reproduced, or used
for any other purpose without written permission of Intermec.
Information and specifications contained in this document are subject to
change without prior notice and do not represent a commitment on the
part of Intermec Technologies Corporation.
© 2004 by Intermec Technologies Corporation. All rights reserved.
e word Intermec, the Intermec logo, Norand, ArciTech, CrossBar,
Data Collection Browser, dcBrowser, Duratherm, EasyCoder, EasyLAN,
Enterprise Wireless LAN, EZBuilder, Fingerprint, i-gistics, INCA (under
license), InterDriver, Intermec Printer Network Manager, IRL, JANUS,
LabelShop, Mobile Framework, MobileLAN, Nor*Ware, Pen*Key,
Precision Print, PrintSet, RoutePower, TE 2000, Trakker Antares, UAP,
Universal Access Point, and Virtual Wedge are either trademarks or regis-
tered trademarks of Intermec Technologies Corporation.
roughout this manual, trademarked names may be used. Rather than
put a trademark (™ or ®) symbol in every occurrence of a trademarked
name, we state that we are using the names only in an editorial fashion,
and to the benefit of the trademark owner, with no intention of infringe-
ment.
ere are U.S. and foreign patents pending.
e name Centronics is wholly owned by GENICOM Corporation.
Kimdura is a registered trademark of Kimberly Clark.
Microsoft is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
Windows is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

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FCC Notice (United States of America)
WARNING
is equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy
and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions manual,
may cause interference to radio communications. It has been tested and
foun o comply with the limits for a Class A computing device pursuant
to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide
reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a com-
mercial environment. Operation of this equipment in a residential area
is likely to cause interference in which case the user at his own expense
will be required to take whatever measures may be required to correct the
interference.
DOC Notice (Canada)
Canadian Dept. of Communication
REGULATIONS COMPLIANCE (DOC-A)
is digital apparatus does not exceed the class A limits for radio noise
emissions from a digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference
regulations of the Canadian Department of Communication.
Ministère des Communications du Canada
CONFORMITE DE REGLEMENTS (DOC-A)
Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radio-électriques
dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de classe A
prescrites dans le règlement sur brouillage radioélectrique édicté par le
Ministère des Communications du Canada.
EU Standard EN 55022 (The European Union)
WARNING
is is a Class A ITE product. In a domestic environment this product
may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to
take adequate measures.

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Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise
1 Bitte lesen Sie diese Hinweis sorgfältig durch.
2 Heben Sie diese Anleitung für den späteren Gebrauch auf.
3 Das Gerät ist vor Feuchtigkeit zu schützen.
4 Beachten Sie beim Anschluß an das Stromnetz die Anschlußwerte.
5 Wird das Gerät über einen längeren Zeitraum nicht benutzt, sollten
Sie es vom Stromnetz trennen. Somit wird im Falle einer Überspan-
nung eine Beschädigung vermieden.
6 Durch die Lüftungsöffnungen dürfen niemals Gegenstände oder
Flüssigkeiten in das Gerät gelangen. Dies könnte einen Brand bzw.
elektrischen Schlag auslösen.
7 Öffnen Sie niemals das Gerät. Das Gerät darf aus Gründen der
elektrischen Sicherheit nur von autorisiertem Servicepersonal geöffnet
werden.
8 Wenn folgende Situationen auftreten ist das Gerät vom Stromnetz zu
trennen und von einer qualifizierten Servicestelle zu Überprüfung.
a. Flüssigkeit ist in das Gerät eingedrungen.
b. Das Gerät war Feuchtigkeit ausgesetzt.
c. Wenn das Gerät nicht der Bedienungsanleitung entsprechend
funktioniert oder Sie mit Hilfe dieser Anleitung keine Verbesserung
erzielen.
d. Das Gerät ist gefallen und/oder das Gehäuse ist beschädigt.
e. Wenn das Gerät deutliche Anzeichen eines Defektes aufweist.
9 Nur mit dem Schaltnetzteil Intermec/SPN-470-24 benutzen.

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Safety Instructions
1 Please read these safety instructions carefully.
2 Please keep this User’s Guide for later reference.
3 Please protect this equipment from humidity.
4 Check the voltage of the power source before connecting the equip-
ment to the power outlet.
5 If the equipment is not used for long time, disconnect the equipment
from the AC voltage to avoid damage by transient over voltage.
6 Never pour any liquid into any openings, this could cause fire or elec-
trical shock.
7 Never open the equipment. For safety reason, the equipment should
only be opened by qualified service personnel.
8 If one of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by
a service personnel:
a. Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.
b. e equipment has been exposed to moisture.
c. e equipment does not work well or you can not get it work
according to the User’s Guide.
d. e equipment has dropped and been damaged.
e. If the equipment has obvious signs of breakage.
9 For use only with power supply Intermec/SPN-470-24.

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Declaration of Conformity (CE)
We,
Intermec Printer AB
Flöjelbergsgatan 1C
Box 123
S-431 22 Mölndal
Sweden
declare under our sole responsibility1 that the product
EasyCoder PC4
to which this declaration relates
is in conformity with the following standards
Safety:
EN 60 950
EMC:
Based upon EN 50081-2 Generic Emissions Standard
Based upon EN 50 082-1 Generic Immunity Standard
following the provisions of Directives
89/336/EEC and 73/23/EEC
Mölndal 2004-10-08
...................................................................
Per-Ove Jacobsson
Site Manager
1 /. Intermec assumes no responsibility regarding the CE Directive if the
printer is handled, modified, or installed in other manners than those described
inthe manuals.

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Contents
Before You Begin ............................................................................ x
Safety Summary ............................................................... x
Safety Icons .................................................................... xi
Global Services and Support .......................................... xii
Warranty Information ..................................... xii
Web Support ................................................... xii
Telephone Support .......................................... xii
Who Should Read is Document? ................ xii
Related Documents ......................................... xii
1 Introduction
Description of EasyCoder PC4. .....................................................2
Safety Summary .............................................................................3
Product Identification ....................................................................3
2 Installation
Unpacking...................................................................................... 6
Power Connection .........................................................................7
Memory Cartridge .........................................................................8
Installation of Memory Cartridge ....................................8
Computer Connection ...................................................................9
Centronics Parallel Interface ............................................9
Serial RS-232 Interface ..................................................10
USB Interface ................................................................10
Software Installation .....................................................................11
3 Operation
Controls and Indicators ...............................................................14
On/Off Switch ...............................................................14
Feed Key ........................................................................14
Indicator Lamp ..............................................................15
Media Compartment ...................................................................16
Media Load ..................................................................................17
Introduction ..................................................................17
Tear-Off .........................................................................17
Peel-Off .........................................................................17

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Cut-Off .........................................................................17
Label Taken Sensor ........................................................18
Tear-Off Operation ......................................................................19
Peel-Off Operation ......................................................................21
Cut-Off Operation .......................................................................23
External Supply ............................................................................26
Ribbon Load ................................................................................22
Loading a Fresh Ribbon Roll .........................................26
Removing a Partially Used Ribbon ................................27
Label Gap Sensor .........................................................................28
Adjustment ....................................................................28
Test Mode ....................................................................................29
4 Maintenance
External Cleaning ........................................................................32
Printhead Cleaning ......................................................................32
5 Troubleshooting
Problems and Solutions or Reasons ..............................................34
A Technical Data
Technical Data .............................................................................36
B Media Specifications
Direct ermal Media ..................................................................42
ermal Transfer Media ...............................................................43
Transfer Ribbons ..........................................................................44
Media Roll Size ............................................................................45
Labels ...........................................................................................46
Tags and Strip with Slots ..............................................................47
Tags and Strip with Black Marks ..................................................48
Plain Continuous Stock ...............................................................49
C Interfaces
Parallel Interface.................... .......................................................52
RS-232 Serial Interface ................................................................53
USB Interface ..............................................................................54

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D Firmware Upgrading
Requirements ...............................................................................56
Using a PC ....................................................................56
Using a Memory Cartridge ............................................56
Instructions ..................................................................................57
Using a PC ....................................................................57
Using a Memory Cartridge ............................................57

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Before You Begin
is section provides you with safety information, technical support
information, and sources for additional product information.
Safety Summary
Your safety is extremely important. Read and follow all warnings and
cautions in this document before handling and operating Intermec
equipment. You can be seriously injured, and equipment and data can be
damaged if you do not follow the safety warnings and cautions.
Do not repair or adjust alone
Do not repair or adjust energized equipment alone under any circum-
stances. Someone capable of providing first aid must always be present
for your safety.
First aid
Always obtain first aid or medical attention immediately after an injury.
Never neglect an injury, no matter how slight it seems.
Resuscitation
Begin resuscitation immediately if someone is injured and stops breath-
ing. Any delay could result in death. To work on or near high voltage,
you should be familiar with approved industrial first aid methods.
Energized equipment
Never work on energized equipment unless authorized by a responsible
authority. Energized electrical equipment is dangerous. Electrical shock
from energized equipment can cause death. If you must perform autho-
rized emergency work on energized equipment, be sure that you comply
strictly with approved safety regulations.