Kroy K4100 User manual

Kroy K4100
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Clear Barcode Auto Label Date Setup
K4100 Desktop Label Printer
Toll Free 800.776.5769
Visit www.kroy.com Order Number 2562100
Rev C 3/08
Owner’s Manual
Read this manual before using your K4100

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Introduction
Kroy Limited Warranty
Kroy LLC (“Kroy”) warrants its labeling system equipment against defects in material and work-
manship for a period of six (6) months from the date of purchase. At no charge to the customer
except for inbound freight to Kroy’s service center, Kroy will, at Kroy’s option, repair or replace
any product determined to be defective. Kroy will pay return UPS ground charges. A purchase
receipt or other evidence of purchase will be required before warranty service is rendered. This
warranty does not cover cosmetic damage or any damage caused by accident, misuse, abuse,
negligence or modification or attempted repair by anyone other than Kroy or a Kroy authorized
repair agent. THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS SET FORTH IN THIS
PARAGRAPH.
KROY SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT. ALL
EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILI-
TY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE
WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE.
Some states do no allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or
limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusions or limitations may
not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights
which vary from state to state.
If a problem develops with your Kroy labeling system during or after this warranty period, you
may contact Kroy customer service at 800.729.5769.
FCC Notice
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to
part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful inter-
ference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is
likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his
own expense.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
CDC Notice
This digital apparatus does not exceed Class A limits for radio noise for digital devices as set out in the radio
interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
Battery and AC Adapter Notice
This product is intended to be supplied by a Listed Power Unit AC adapter rated 12V DC, minimum 4.0A.
CAUTION: (for Lithium Battery) Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used
batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
CAUTION: (for rechargeable Ni-Cd Batteries) Risk of explosion if batteries are replaced by an incorrect type.
Replace only with C size Ni-Cd batteries rated 1.2V maximum 2500 mAH. DO NOT USE ALKALINE
BATTERIES IN THIS PRODUCT.
The K5100 Printer and Cartridges are protected by U.S. Patents including: 5,411,339 5,533,818

Kroy - Caring for the Environment
Product Disposal Instructions
The symbol shown here and on the product means that the product is
classed as Electrical or Electronic Equipment and should not be disposed
of with other household or commercial waste at the end of its working life.
The Waste of Electrical & Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive
(2002/96/EC) has been put in to effect to recycle products using the best
available recovery and recycling processes to minimise the impact on the
environment, treat any hazardous substances and avoid increasing landfill.
Product Disposal Instructions for domestic / home users
When you have no further use for the product, please remove any batteries and dispose
of them and the product as per your local authority's recycling processes. For more
information please contact your local authority or the distributor / retailer from where the
product was purchased.
Product Disposal Instructions for business / commercial users
Business users should ensure that this product is not mixed with other commercial waste
for disposal. Please contact the distributor from where the product was purchased to
check the terms of your purchase contract.
Alternatively please contact Kroy Europe Ltd:
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
Kroy Europe Ltd WEEE Producer No.: WEE/KA0053TQ

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Chapter 1: Getting Started
Contents of Box................................................................................................ 3
Printer Description............................................................................................ 4
Important Safety Precautions........................................................................... 5
Connecting AC Adapter.................................................................................... 6
Installing the Supply Cartridge.......................................................................... 7
Chapter 2: Printing Your First Label
Printing a Label................................................................................................ 9
Turning Printer On............................................................................................ 9
Cursor Movement............................................................................................. 9
Default Printer Settings.................................................................................... 9
Editing Text...................................................................................................... 10
Adding a Character Style................................................................................ 10
Printing on Shrink Tube................................................................................... 11
Printing a Self-Laminating Wire Wrap............................................................. 12
Frequently Used Keys..................................................................................... 13
Chapter 3: Operating Your Printer
Font Function...................................................................................................15
Size Function...................................................................................................16
Character Styles- .......................................................................................17-18
Bold, Italic, Underline
Other Styles - .............................................................................................19-21
Mirror, Frame, Justify, Vertical, Rotate
Label Setup.................................................................................................22-23
Length, Cutmark, Left Margin, Vertical Margin
Shortcuts and Hot Keys...................................................................................24
Multiple Copies & Sequencing....................................................................25-30
Printer Setup...............................................................................................31-32
Reset, Unit of Measure, Density, Auto Off, Advance Cut,
Language,Printspeed, LCD Contrast
Bar Codes....................................................................................................33-34
File Management.........................................................................................35-36
New , Open, Save, Delete
Multiple Page Documents............................................................................... 37
Time/Date Stamp..................................................................................... 38-39
Chapter 4: PC Operations
Introduction...................................................................................................... 41
KLDS Software and Driver Installation............................................................ 42
KLDS Operation..........................................................................................43-44
Downloading Fonts.....................................................................................45-46
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Using Your Printer with Other PC Applications.......................................... 47-48
Appendices
Maintaining Your Printer................................................................................. A-1
System Messages......................................................................................... B-1
Troubleshooting............................................................................................. C-1
Updating Printer Firmware......................................................................D-1 D-2
Using Accent Characters............................................................................... E-1
Using the Character Map .............................................................................. F-1

Getting Started

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Contents of Box
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Clear Barcode Auto Label Date Setup
(1) K4100 Desktop Label Printer (1) Owner’s Manual and (1) CD-ROM
with KLDS Software and Drivers
(1) AC Adapter with Power Cord (1) Serial Cable

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Printer Description
Figure 1: Top View of Printer
Kroy K4100
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Tape Compartment
LCD Display
Cutter
Figure 2: Back View of Printer
Serial Port
AC Adapter Jack
Power Key
Print Key
Cursor Keys
Delete/
Escape Key
Function
Keys
Enter Key

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Important Safety Precautions
When using your printer, always follow these important safety
precautions:
1. Read all instructions carefully.
2. Do not immerse the printer in water or other liquids, you could receive an
electrical shock.
3. Do not apply adhesive labels to your skin.
4. Do not put objects onto or into the printer.
5. Do not expose to high temperatures or high humidity. Never leave on the
dashboard or in the trunk of your car.
6. Do not use in dusty places and avoid direct exposure to sunlight and rain.
7. Do not pull on the tape, you could damage the tape cartridge.
8. Do not attempt internal repairs to the printer. If service or repair is needed,
contact a qualified Kroy service representative.
9. Do not touch the printhead ceramic or rollers with your fingers.

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Connecting AC Adapter
The AC adapter is required to power the K4100. Warning: Only use the AC
adapter provided with this machine. Use of any other AC adapter will dam-
age your K4100, make it unusable and void the warranty.
Connecting the AC Adapter
1. Insert the AC adapter plug into the AC adapter jack on the back of the
machine (See Figure 3).
2. Plug the other end of the AC adapter into the nearest standard electrical
outlet.
Figure 3: AC Adapter Connection
AC Adapter Jack
AC Adapter Plug
WARNING: K2500, K3000-PC and K240 AC adapters are NOT compatible
with the K4100.