Novexx Solutions DPM User manual

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Commissioning & Operation
Preparing the installation of the PEM/DPM ... 2
Unpacking the DPM/PEM ......................... 2
Carrying the DPM/PEM ............................. 3
Checking the contents ............................... 4
Product description ....................................... 5
DPM operating parts ................................. 5
PEM operating parts. ................................ 6
Connections .............................................. 7
Warning notices ........................................ 8
Control panel (display) .............................. 9
Operating modes ..................................... 11
Basic operating procedures .........................13
Connecting the DPM/PEM .......................13
Setting the interface .................................14
Offline operation ......................................15
Online operation ......................................16
Creating a print job ..................................16
Transferring a print job .............................17
Applying memory cards ...........................18
Setting the realtime clock .........................19
Reading out the realtime clock value using
Easy Plug .................................................19
The first printer test .....................................20
Settings for the material type ...................20
Printing the status report ..........................20

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Preparing the installation
of the PEM/DPM
Only qualified personnel are permitted to
install the DPM or PEM!
DPM and PEM are in the following also
referred to as „the printer“.
Unpacking the DPM/PEM
1. Open the box from the top.
Proceed according to the markings on the
box!
2. Remove the polystyrene cover from the
box [1].
3. Open up the front hood of the printer [2].
4. Remove the printer from the box, holding it
at the following points:
•Control panel carrying rod [3A]
•Side plate of the feed module [3B]
Have someone hold the box!
CAUTION! - Observe the following
instructions in order not to damage
the printer:
Never hold the printer by the front
hood.
Do not lay the printer on its back (the
Centronic connection brackets could
buckle).
[1] Removing the polystyrene cover.
[2] Opening up the front hood.
[3] Remove the printer from the box. How to hold the printer:
AControl panel carrying rod
BSide plate of the feed module
A
B

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5. Set the printer down in the position [4]
shown.
Carrying the DPM/PEM
Hold the DPM/PEM by the rear hood
whenever possible. Never think of holding
the printer by the front hood [3A] or by the
printhead [3B]!
[4] Set the printer down in its usual operating position.
[5] Hold the printer whenever possible by the rear hood (A) –
never by the front hood (B) or the printhead (C).
B
C
A

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Checking the contents
Before using the DPM or PEM for the first time, take a few minutes to check
the following:
Check that the printer has not been damaged in transit. If the packaging has
been dented or torn, check the contents particularly carefully for shipping
damage.
Are the articles listed below included in the box [1]?
[1] Articles supplied with DPM/PEM.
•Printer DPM or PEM
•Documentation CD [1A]
Contains extensive instructions in German and English on using the printer,
as well as the Windows driver, printer firmware and service manual.
•Data cable [1B]
Centronics IEEE 1284 CA cable 2 m. The printer is connected with a type C
connector (compact design)!
•Power supply cable [1C]
The plug for the power supply cable may vary depending on the country of
delivery.
•Quick reference guide [1D] (fig. shows manual for PEM)
Brief multilingual operating instructions (printed).
•Ribbon core
Empty ribbon core for rewinding the thermal transfer ribbon. On delivery, the
ribbon core is placed on the ribbon rewinding mandrel.
A
B
D
C

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Product description
DPM operating parts
[1] Exterior of the DPM.
[2] DPM operating parts.
Control panel
LCD display; 4 operating
keys; on / off button; displays
the printer operating status;
for defining settings in the
parameter menu.
Window
For checking the ribbon sup-
ply without opening the front
cover.
Front hood
Open up to insert ribbon
Cutout for applicator con-
nection
To operate an applicator, a
D-Sub port must be subs-
tituted for the cover plate.
Pre-drilled holes for as-
sembling the applicator
Assembly of the pivot unit
for the applicators LTSI,
LTP or LTPV.
Printhead
Ribbon unwinding mandrel
Holds the new ribbon roll.
Adjustment knob for prin-
thead pressure
For adjusting the printhead
pressure to suit the material
strength / width.
Ribbon rewinding mandrel
Holds the ribbon core onto
which used ribbon is wound.
Adjustment wheel for label
sensor
Turning the wheel moves the
label sensor at right angles
across the material path.
Material guide
Guides the material path from both
sides; the material end sensor is loca-
ted on the inner side.
Insert diagram
Shows the path of the labelling
material and ribbon.

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PEM operating parts.
[3] Exterior of the PEM.
[4] PEM operating parts.
Control panel
LCD display; 4 operating
keys; on / off button; displays
the printer operating status;
for defining settings in the
parameter menu.
Window
For checking the ribbon sup-
ply without opening the front
cover.
Front hood
Open up to insert ribbon
Cutout for applicator con-
nection
To operate an applicator, a
D-Sub port is substituted for
the cover plate.
Pre-drilled holes for as-
sembling the applicator
Assembly of the pivot unit
for the applicators LTSI,
LTP or LTPV.
Ribbon unwinding mandrel
Holds the new ribbon roll (pictured
with core adapter)
Adjustment knob for prin-
thead pressure
For adjusting the printhead
pressure to the material
strength / width.
Adjustment wheel for label
sensor
Turning the wheel moves the
label sensor at right angles
across the material path.
..
Material guide
Guides the material path from both
sides; the material end sensor is
located on the inner side.
Ribbon rewinding mandrel
Holds the ribbon core on to
which used ribbon is wound.
..
Insert diagram
Shows the path of the labelling
material and ribbon.

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Connections
Notes on how to use the network connection can be found in
Special Applications .
[2] Rear and bottom of the DPM/PEM with a USI board (optional) incorporated.
ACard slot
? For SD/MMC cards
? Is not yet supported
BCard slot
For CompactFlash cards; used for storing fonts, logos, graphics, etc.
CUSB interface type A (host)
For transfer of print data
D2x USB interface type B (device)
To connect devices (e.g. keyboard, scanner)
ERS232 interface
For serial transfer of print data
CAUTION! - Additional devices of inadequate quality can damage the
printer!
Connect the printer only to devices that fulfil SELV (safety extra-low
voltage) circuit requirements acc. to EN 60950!
Only connect OEM devices.
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
J
K
HI

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FStatus-LED/Ethernet
GEthernet interface
To connect to an „Ethernet 10/100 Base T“ network
HSignal interface USI
? 4 inputs / 8 outputs
? optional with 5 V or 24 V signal voltage
ICentronics interface
For parallel transfer of print data (cable is inclusive)
JPower switch
Turns the device on/off. An additional switch is located on the control panel
KPower supply
Connection to the power supply using the power cable provided
Warning notices
[3] Warning notice on the DPM/PEM
The label depicted at [3] warns against the danger of being caught in the mo-
ving parts of printer.
Warning labels must be replaced if they are lost or become illegible (part nr.
A5346).
WARNING
!
Pinch point.
Keep hands clear
of rollers.
A5346

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Control panel (display)
[4] DPM/PEM control panel.
Power indicator Lights up green, when the printer is switched on.
Error indicator Lights up red, when the printer is in message mode.
Display With 32 digits and two lines, the display shows the operating conditions (mo-
des) for parameters, values, status and errors. You can select the language
you want to use for the display. Backlighting ensures good legibility.
Button functions The buttons offer a multitude of operating functions. A logical menu structure
is used for operation. The meaning of each button varies according to the
operating mode and the menu item. Additionally, special functions have been
programmed for certain button combinations.
Depending on the modes and menu levels, the following functions apply for
each button:
On/Off button Switches the device on or off. To reach this, hold the button longer than 2
seconds pressed. Precondition: The mains switch must be switched on (po-
sition „I“, see chapter Connections / on page 7).
Online button •For switching between online and offline mode.
•For confirming entries, menu items and messages.
•For selecting print jobs and for entering values in standalone mode.
Apply button •Triggers the application process. Requirements:
– Applicator fitted and activated
– Printer offline.
•Also for accessing deeper levels within the menu structure and selecting
menu items.
•For decrementing values.
Display
Power indicator Error indicator
On-off switch
Prog button
Feed button
Online button
Apply button

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Feed button •For feeding in material when the device is offline.
•For starting the printing process once the feed has been stopped (in online
mode).
•Also for accessing deeper levels within the menu structure and selecting
menu items.
•Increments values.
Prog button •For accessing the parameter menu when offline.
•For stepping back through the parameter menu and/or exiting it.
For more detailed descriptions of the button functions, please see
– chapter Offline operation / on page 15 and
chapter Online operation / on page 16
– topic section Info-Printouts and Parameters 
Remote operation
panel
DPM Gen. 3 (or higher) and PEM machines can be equipped with a remote
operation panel. For this, the machine must provide the appropriate - optional
- connector, see chapter Connections / on page 7. The connection can be
retrofitted (see service manual).
The button functions are the same as those on the standard opertion panel.
Exception: The on/off switch is not available at the remote control panel.
With the remote control panel connected, both panels are active and show
the same information.
[5] Remote operation panel (article number A8293)
CAUTION!
Manipulating both operation panels simultaneously can cause malfunc-
tions.
Always use only one operation panel at a time to operate the machine.
(Using both operation panels alternately is admissible).
CAUTION!
If the connection cable is longer than 2.5 m, EMC-caused disturbances can
occur.
Only use the factory-installed cable.
Don´t extend the cable.