Kane IRP-2 User manual

KANE IRP-2
Infra Red Printer
Stock No: 19056-6 March 2013
© Kane International Ltd

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The KANE IRP-2 is a portable printer using thermal paper that links to other
Kane products using an infra-red link. It incorporates an ‘easy load’ paper
facility and allows NiMh batteries to be recharged in situ.
OPERATING THE PRINTER
BUTTON LAYOUT AND FUNCTIONS
Fig 1:
Fig 2:
ON / OFF
DARKEN CONTRAST
PAPER FEED
LIGHTEN CONTRAST

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POWER SUPPLY
Power is supplied to the printer in the form of four AA Ni-MH batteries, which can be re-
charged by connecting a 19278 charger to the KANE IRP-2.Fig 2
Note: The 19278 cannot supply the full power requirement to the KANE IRP-2, the batteries
must contain some charge before printing will be possible.
WARNING: Do NOT attempt to recharge non-rechargeable batteries as this can lead
to batteries leaking and over-heating.
WARNING: Do NOT use Alkaline AA batteries.
USING THE KANE IRP-2
Switch the printer on using the power ON/OFF key as shown in fig 1, the status indicator will
become illuminated (RED LIGHT).
Note: The printer will automatically switch off after around 10 minutes of inactivity. To
reactivate, simply press the ON/OFF key. If the battery power falls to low, the current print
will be suspended and the status indicator (RED light) will flash 4 times, connect the power
supply/charger to continue printing.
POSITIONING THE PRINTER AND INSTRUMENT
Ensure that there are no obstructions between the instrument emitter (at the top of the
instrument) and the KANE IRP-2 receiver (By the status indicator).
Angle=0° Distance<=4.5m
Angle=45° Undefined (Horizontal)
Angle=90° Undefined (Vertical)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
SELF TEST
Power off the KANE IRP-2, hold down the PAPER FEED key and press POWER ON/OFF
key, the output will be all the letters including the Latin format
PRINT CONTRAST
The contrast of the KANE IRP-2 output can be adjusted both lighter and darker by pressing
the designated keys shown in fig 1.

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REPLACING THE PAPER ROLL
To replace the paper roll in the KANE IRP-2, release the paper cover by pressing down the
release lever.
Remove the old paper roll core and insert the new roll so that it sits as follows :-

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Lay the free end of paper over the printer head, past the serrated paper cutter onto the body
of the front of the printer’s case. Now close the paper cover and gently press down until it
locks into place. Start the paper feed sequence to confirm that the paper has been correctly
loaded. Tear off the excess paper by pulling it against the paper cutter.
WARNING. Never pull the paper through the printer always use “paper feed”.
Note: if the ‘paper out’ warning light is still flashing (see below) switch the printer off and then
on again.
STATUS INDICATOR (RED LIGHT)
PAPER OUT
The KANE IRP-2 will automatically detect when the paper has run out, the STATUS
INDICATOR will repeatedly flash.
LOW BATTERY
Low battery is indicated by the STATUS INDICATOR flashing three times.
Connect the 19278 to the charging socket shown in Fig 2.
HEAD THERMAL LIMIT
In the event of extensive printing periods the temperature of the thermal head of the KANE
IRP-2 may rise to an unusable level, if this occurs the STATUS INDICATOR will flash twice
and printing will be suspended until the temperature falls to an acceptable level.

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CONTROLLING THE PRINT HEAD
If you turn the printer off whilst printing, the print head may stop in the middle of the line. To
return the print head to the left side of the paper, turn the printer on, then off.
MISSING OR MISFORMED CHARACTERS
The █character will show on the print out if the printer has detected incorrect data due to
interference with, or interruption to, the stream of incoming information.
Common causes for this error include incorrect positioning of printer with reference to the
instrument (this can either be due to the distance or the angle of operation), obstruction of
the infrared signal or even interference from another infrared emitting source.
ENVIRONMENTAL LIMITS
The KANE IRP-2 is designed for indoor use only.
Operating temperature: 0
o
C to 40
o
C (32
o
F to 104
o
F)
Storage temperature: -20
o
C to 60
o
C (-4
o
F to 140
o
F)
Humidity: 5% to 95% relative at 40
o
C (104
o
F) non condensing
BATTERIES
This product is designed for only rechargeable NiMh AA batteries. Four batteries are
needed. Types cannot be mixed.
WARNING: Do NOT attempt to recharge non-rechargeable batteries as this can lead
to batteries leaking and over-heating.
WARNING: Do NOT use Alkaline AA batteries
The battery charger supplied with the product is rated for indoor use only. Its voltage input
must be in the range 100 – 240 V ac at 50 – 60 Hz with a current capability of 0.3 A. The
chargers output voltage is 9 V dc at a maximum of 0.66 A.
The charger has no user serviceable components.
Only a correctly specified and rated charger must be used with the product. Kane part
number is 19278

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CLEANING
The outer case and protective boot (if applicable) can be cleaned using a damp cloth and
non abrasive detergent. After cleaning leave the product in a warm dry place until the
surfaces are completely dry. Under no circumstance use solvent or hydrocarbon based
products as they can cause serious damage to plastic and rubber.
SERVICING
This product contains no user serviceable parts.
SAFETY
This product has been tested for compliance with EN 61010-1:2010 (Safety requirements for
electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use.) and is certified to be
compliant.
END OF LIFE PRODUCT DISPOSAL
At the end of the product's life it should be re-cycled in accordance with current legislation
and local guidelines.
BATTERY DISPOSAL
Always dispose of depleted batteries using approved disposal methods that protect the
environment.

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ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY
European Council Directive 89/336/EEC requires electronic equipment not to generate
electromagnetic disturbances exceeding defined levels and have adequate immunity levels
for normal operation. Specific standards applicable to this analyser are stated below.
As there are electrical products in use pre-dating this Directive, they may emit excess
electromagnetic radiation levels and, occasionally, it may be appropriate to check the
analyser before use by:
Use the normal start up sequence in the location where the analyser will be used.
Switch on all localized electrical equipment capable of causing interference.
Check all readings are as expected. A level of disturbance is acceptable.
If not acceptable, adjust the analyser’s position to minimize interference or switch off,
if possible, the offending equipment during your test.
At the time of writing this manual (January 2012) Kane International Ltd are not aware of any
field based situation where such interference has occurred and this advice is only given to
satisfy the requirements of the Directive.
This product has been tested for compliance
with the following generic standards:
EN 61000-6-3 : 2011
EN 61000-6-1 : 2007
and is certified to be compliant
Specification EC/EMC/KI/KMIRP2 details
the specific test configuration, performance
and conditions of use.
Please Note:
Batteries used in this instrument should be disposed of in accordance with current legislation
and local guidelines.
At the end of the product's life it should be re-cycled in accordance with current legislation
and local guidelines.