L-Mark LK-360 User manual

User’s Manual
LK-360
Label and Mark Printer
LABEL & MARK INDUSTRIES COMPANY

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Chapter I Foreword
Welcome to use LK-360 Cable ID Printer! This manual describes the features of
LK-360 and the points of attention during operating and using it. Please study this
manual to have an adequate understanding of LK-360 features before you use this
machine so as to take a better advantage of it. After reading it, keep this manual
properly for future reference.
[Statement]
1.The “ L-MARK ” are the registered trade marks of Label & Mark Industries
Company.
2.The contents of this manual shall not be altered without prior consent. The
Company reserves the right to bring changes to the products concerning
technologies, parts and components, software and hardware. For more information
about the products, please contact L-MARK or the sale agents.
3.Without the prior written approval by L-MARK , no contents of this manual
shall be copied or transmitted in any form or by any means.
4.The Company is not to be held responsible for any consequences that may arise
from any operations not conforming to the instructions contained in this manual.
5.Other signs and trade marks referenced in this manual are owned by their
respective owners.
6.This manual is subject to change without prior notice.
7.For more information about this equipment and the Company, please visit
www.lmark.net.
[Safety Instructions]
Please study the following before you begin to use this printer:
1. Safety warning
Warning:
The print head generates heat. Do not touch it or other
parts around it during printing or shortly after printing.
Warning:
Do not touch the print head face or the connector;
otherwise the print head may be damaged as a result of
static.

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Warning:
This equipment is fitted with a cutting knife. Do not put
your fingers near it during use. Be careful to keep clear of
the cutting knife during handling.
2. Points of attention
1) The printer shall be put on a flat and stable place.
2) Do not use the printer or store it in hot, damp or heavily polluted places.
Besides, keep it sheltered from sunshine, bright light and heat sources.
3) Do not put the printer in a place which is under the influence of vibration or
impact.
4) Do not allow damp air condensate on the surface of the printer. If there is
any condensate water, do not turn on the printer power supply before the
condensate water disappears.
5) Connect the printer to a suitable earthed power socket. Avoid sharing a
same power socket with other large dynamos or other equipment that may
give rise to voltage fluctuation.
6) If the printer is expected to be idle for a long time, disconnect the printer
from the power supply.
7) Be careful to avoid introducing water or conducting matters (like metals)
into the printer. Disconnect the power supply immediately in case of such
introduction.
8) Do not print if there is no print material loaded, otherwise the printer rubber
roll and print head may be severely damaged.
9) Disconnect the power supply before making connection or disconnection;
otherwise the printer control circuit may be damaged.
10) Do not attempt to dismantle the printer to repair by yourself. Unauthorized
dismantling or alteration of this printer is prohibited, otherwise the
high-voltage components inside may give rise to fire accident or electric
shock.
11) For the benefit of safety, when the “protective cover” is opened the printer
will not work. Therefore, put on the protective cover when printing. During
opening the “protective cover”, do not let any object touch the moving parts
of the printer.
12) In order to avoid getting electric shock, do not plug or unplug any

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connections with a wet hand.
13) Keep the tube printer away from alcohol, gasoline and other volatile
solvents; keep it away from fire to avoid explosion or burning.
14) Clean the printer with a wrung wet cotton cloth. Use of organic and
flammable solvent is prohibited.
15) In case of strange odor or noises during operation, switch off the printer
immediately and disconnect the power supply and then contact your sale
agent.
16) Stop the printer immediately if any foreign matter is introduced inside the
printer in order to avoid damaging it.
[Caution]
1、Not all consumables are compatible with your machine. Compatibility is
dependent on the features and specifications of consumables. Please use
original L-MARK consumables, which ensure a steady printing quality and
help protect your machine.
2、Use of non-original ribbon or label will invalidate the warranty.
3、Do not blockade the ribbon or label exit opening
4、Do not strike the keyboard forcefully.
5、Do not pull out the print-out by force. Remove the print-out until it is cut off,
otherwise the printing quality may be compromised or your machine may be
damaged.
6、Consumables or machine shall be kept in a dry, room-temperature, and well
ventilated place sheltered from direct sunshine.
7、This printer is designed so as to ensure a good printing quality on heat shrink
tubes and labels; however no perfect quality for all types of printing is
implied. Please print some trial samples in advance.

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[Description of features]
Full English operation interfaces, possible to enter English, numbers,
symbols; various editing functions enabled;
Ultra-large screen, three-line input and display; each line capable of showing
17 English letters;
Fashionable and top-grade white background light LCD display, with status
information of more than 10 functions displayed;
Fully automatic half-cutting and full-cutting operation;
One-key operation: all functions can be performed by pressing only one key,
thus offering a convenient and quick operation;
International standard 83-key computer keyboard;
Beautiful L-MARK font type, offering a clearer and more lasting print out;
Specific “Revise” function, this function is provided to test and correct
printing length, and adjust the position of the printer head and cutter；
With a unique function of printing selected pages, enabling you to print
selected pages in the current file;
Ultra-large in-built file memory capacity, able to store more than 100 files,
ready to be recalled at any time;
LK-360 can be connected to a computer and L-MARK software offers
new and versatile man-machine interfaces, compatible with Windows2000 /
XP / Windows7 operation systems; independent operation at the work site is
possible, one machine designed for dual operations;
Portable design, suitable to be used for various applications;
Ribbons available in black, red and white colors.

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Contents
ChapterⅠForeword...............................................................................................1
Chapter ⅡPreparation.......................................................................................... 7
2.1 Configuration of the main unit................................................................. 7
2.1.1 Basic configuration....................................................................... 7
2.1.2 List of consumables provided........................................................8
2.2 Nomeclature of functions....................................................................... 10
2.2.1 Main unit.................................................................................... 10
2.2.2 LCD display description..............................................................10
2.2.3 Keyboard.................................................................................... 12
2.3 Installtion...............................................................................................13
2.3.1 Installtion and removal of ribbon................................................ 13
2.3.2 Installation and removal of printing material cassette.................. 15
2.3.3 Installation of sleeve tube............................................................16
2.3.4 Connection of AC power adapter................................................ 17
2.3.5 Connection of data cable............................................................. 17
2.3.6 Power switch.............................................................................. 17
2.3.7 Replacement of the cutter............................................................18
Chapter III Basic operation.................................................................................. 19
3.1 Power-on............................................................................................... 19
3.2 Selection of printing material................................................................. 19
3.3 Selection of printing material specfications............................................ 20
3.3.1 Selection of sleeve tube specifications.........................................20
3.3.2 Selection of label specifications.................................................. 20
3.3.3 Selection of heat shrink tube specifications................................. 21
3.4 Selection of font size..............................................................................21
3.5 Enter print contents................................................................................ 22
3.6 Label printing........................................................................................ 22
3.6.1 Printing.......................................................................................22
3.6.2 Enter print contents..................................................................... 23
Chapter IV Function keys.................................................................................... 24
4.1 Notes to function keys............................................................................24
4.2 Instruction for function keys.................................................................. 25
4.2.1 Material...................................................................................... 25
4.2.2 Length........................................................................................ 26
4.2.3 ] Orientation.....................................................................27

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4.2.4 Font size..................................................................................... 28
4.2.5 Spacing.......................................................................................29
4.2.6 Density....................................................................................... 30
4.2.7 Frame..........................................................................................31
4.2.8 Number.......................................................................................32
4.2.9 Repeat.........................................................................................35
4.2.10 Alignment................................................................................. 35
4.2.11 Double line............................................................................... 38
4.2.12 PC conn.................................................................................... 38
4.2.13 File........................................................................................... 38
4.2.14 Delete all...................................................................................42
4.2.15 Delete....................................................................................... 42
4.2.16 Cancel.......................................................................................43
4.2.17 Superscript................................................................................ 43
4.2.18 Subscript...................................................................................43
4.2.19 Cutting set.................................................................................44
4.2.20 Cut depth.................................................................................. 45
4.2.21 Print scope................................................................................ 46
4.2.22 Print.......................................................................................... 47
4.2.23 Caps lock.................................................................................. 47
4.2.24 Language.................................................................................. 48
4.2.25 Back Off................................................................................... 48
4.2.26 【Backspace】........................................................................ 48
4.2.27 【Shift】................................................................................. 49
4.2.28 Revise.......................................................................................49
4.2.29 Creat a new page.......................................................................52
4.2.30 Display brightness adjustment...................................................52
4.2.31 Key combination.......................................................................52
Chapter ⅤSpecifications description.................................................................. 53
Chapter ⅥOthers................................................................................................ 54
6.1 Specifications of Original Consumables.................................................54
6.2 Simple trouble-shooting......................................................................... 57
6.2 Warranty card.........................................................................................57

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Chapter II Preparation
This chapter mainly describes the key components of the equipment and how to
install the ribbons and printing materials. The function of each key is also
described.
2.1 Configuration of the main unit
2.1.1 Basic configuration
1.LK-360 Cable ID Printer
1piece
2.Warranty card（in user’s manual）
1sheet
3.Packing list
1sheet
4.Power adapter (including power cable)
1piece
5.Black ribbon for familiarizing purpose
1cartridge
6.USB memory disk
1piece
7.Computer connection cable
1piece
8.Handbag
1piece

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2.1.2 List of consumables provided
species
specification
Model
Package
Labels
Label cassette tape (White 6mm)
LM606WL
5pcs(10m×5)/box
Label cassette tape (White 9mm)
LM609WL
5pcs(10m×5)/box
Label cassette tape (White 12mm)
LM612WL
5pcs(10m×5)/box
Label cassette tape (Yellow 6mm)
LM606YL
5pcs(10m×5)/box
Label cassette tape (Yellow 9mm)
LM609YL
5pcs(10m×5)/box
Label cassette tape (Yellow 12mm)
LM612YL
5pcs(10m×5)/box
Label cassette tape (Silver 6mm)
LM606SL
5pcs(10m×5)/box
Label cassette tape (Silver 9mm)
LM609SL
5pcs(10m×5)/box
Label cassette tape (Silver 12mm)
LM612SL
5pcs(10m×5)/box
Ink
ribbons
Ribbon cassette (black)
LM36B
5pcs(80m×5)/box
Ribbon cassette (white)
LM36W
5pcs(80m×5)/box
Ribbon cassette (red)
LM36R
5pcs(80m×5)/box
Cutter
Cutter (cutter holder and cutting
blade)
LM-02-10
2pcs/box

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Ribbon cassette
Label cassette tape

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2.2 Nomenclature and Functions
2.2.1 Main unit
2.2.2 LCD display description

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S/N
Display
words
Interpretation
1
Length
Length of the page in which the cursor exists
2
Font
Font size of the page in which the cursor exists
3
Cutting
Status of semi-cutting function
Y: semi-cutting L: demarcating
N: Nil (no semi-cutting, no demarcating)
4
Frame
Effects setting of the page in which the cursor exists:
N: Nil F: with frame L: underlined
5
Repeat
Repeated printing times of the page in which the cursor
exists
6
Density
Value set for printing density
7
Caps Lock
Current status of upper case or lower case
8
Size
Size of printing medium
9
Material
Types of printing medium
10
Language
Current status of Chinese or English entry
11
Display contents: page number and page contents

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2.2.3 Keyboard
[Material] This key is used to selecting the print medium; available in label tape,
PVC tube, and heat shrink tube
[Length] This key is used to change the length of the page
[ ] This key is used to change the printing orientation
[Font ] This key is used to change character size
[Space] This key is used to change the spacing between character
[Density] This key is used to adjust printing density
[Frame] This key is used to put frame around the text or to underline it.
[Number] This key is used to set serial number input
[Repeat] This key is used to set the repeated printing times of certain pages
[Alignment] This key is used to set the alignment of text, align left or center
[Double Line] This key is used to set double line
[PC Conn.] This key is used to connect to the computer and lock the keyboard
[File] This key is used to register input data in the printer’s memory. This key is
also used to call up or delete registered data.
[Symbol] This key is used to electric symbol entry.
[Del All] This key is used to delete the file being edited
[Delete] This key is used to delete the page in which the cursor exists
[Cancel] This key is used to cancel the setting or operations, and return to the
display to the previous screen.
[Print] This key is used to print the entire current document under edition

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[Language] This key is used to choose language, available in En (English),
Chinese (pinyin)
[Back Off] This key is used to remove the tube or the label tape.
[Revise] This key is used to test and revise printing length, adjust the cutter and
printer position
[Shift] This key is used to in combination with the input keys to input upper-case
character
[Caps Lock] This key is used to switch between upper-case input mode and
lower-case input mode.
[Print Scope] This key is used to print selected pages in the text
[Cutting Set ] This key is used to choose half-cutting, cut line, or wiyhout either
half-cutting or cut line
[Cut Depth] This key is used to adjust the cutting depth of full-cut or half-cut
[Backspace] This key is used to delete the character that precedes the cursor
2.3 Installation
2.3.1 Installation and removal of Ribbon
Installation of Ribbon
1.Open the protective cover
2.See the picture below; roll the ribbon tightly and neatly in the direction as shown
3.Place the Ribbon in the ribbon holder, as shown in the picture. You will hear a
“crack” sound when it is properly located in its position.

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Installation of Ribbon
[Attention]
The Ribbon can not be detected by the printer if it is not properly installed.
Therefore see that the Ribbon is placed into the correct place. If the Ribbon
becomes loose, the machine may be unable to detect the Ribbon and the ribbon is
prone to be torn broken or corrugated. So be sure to roll tight the ribbon prior to
installation.
4.Close the protective cover
Removal of Ribbon
1.Open the protective cover
★Make sure the print head is not pressed on the print rubber roll, in other words
make sure the print head is released;
[Attention]
If the print head is found pressed upon the rubber roll, please close the protective
cover and switch off the power and then switch on the printer about 3 seconds later.
In this way, the printer will initialize anew and the print head will return to a
proper place.
2.Raise the Ribbon and take it off carefully.

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Removal of Ribbon
3.Remove the ribbon cassette when the catches on both sides are fully released.
4.Close the protective cover.
2.3.2 Installation and removal of printing material cassette
Installation of printing material cassette
1.Open the protective cover.
2.See the picture below; roll the ribbon tightly and neatly in the direction as
shown.
3.Pull out the printing material from the cassette and length less than the front
position of ribbon guide axle

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4.Place the Ribbon in the ribbon holder, as shown in the picture. You will hear a
“crack” sound when it is properly located in its position.
5.Close the protective cover
Removal of printing material cassette
1.Open the protective cover
★Make sure the print head is not pressed on the print rubber roll, in other words
make sure the print head is released;
[Attention]
If the print head is found pressed upon the rubber roll, please close the protective
cover and switch off the power and then switch on the printer about 3 seconds later.
In this way, the printer will initialize anew and the print head will return to a
proper place.
2.Raise the Ribbon and take it off carefully.
3.Remove the ribbon cassette when the catches on both sides are fully released.
4.Close the protective cover.
2.3.3 Installation of sleeve tube
1.Open the protective cover.
2. Feeding the sleeve tube under the platen of feeder until its front touch the print
rubber roll.

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[Attention]
Be sure to feed the front end of the sleeve tube that is soft or has an excessive
deformation between the Ribbon and the print rubber roll.
See that the sleeve tube is properly fed. The pulling stress exerted by the machine
shall not exceed 500G, otherwise the machine may not work properly.
3.Close the protective cover.
2.3.4 Connection of AC power adapter
1.Switch off the power supply.
2.Plug one end of the AC power adapter connection cable into the round socket on
the side of the machine.
3.Plug the other end of the AC power adapter connection cable into an AC power
supply socket.
[Attention]
Never plug AC power adapter cable into data line socket.
Do not connect AC power adapter cable into power supplies other than rated
voltage (100V to 240V), otherwise fire accident or electric shock may result.
2.3.5 Connection of data cable
1.Switch off the power supply.
2.Plug one end of the data cable into the data line socket on the side of the
machine.
3.Plug the other end of the data cable into the serial port on the computer.
4.Switch on the power supply for use, and press [PC Conn.] key on the keyboard.
2.3.6 Power switch
Upon power on, the machine will emits a “De---” sound and the following
power-on screen will be displayed. At this time, the cutter dynamo will initialize.

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Note:
Do not switch on and off the machine repeatedly. Power on the machine
several seconds after it is being switched off. Do not switch on the machine
immediately after it is switched off, otherwise miss operation or data loss may
result!
Then, the machine will display the text edit window.
2.3.7 Replacement of the cutter
Take off the cutter that needs to replaced and install a new cutter.
Note:
Be careful not to cut your finger when replacing cutter and anvil.
If a new cutter does not produce the desired performance, please replace the
anvil by appeal the sale agents.
L-MARK