Postek V6 User manual

V6 User’s Manual
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FCC Notice
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device
may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
This equipment may generate, use and/or radiate radio frequency energy. If not installed and used in full accordance with
this User’s Manual, interference to radio communications may occur. This equipment complies with the limits for a Class A
Information Technology Equipment pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable
protection against such interference when operated in a commercial environment. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area may also cause interference. In such case the user, at his/her expense, will be required to correct the
interference using whatever means necessary.
Trademarks
POSTEK is a registered trademark by POSTEK Electronics Co., Ltd.
Microsoft, Windows are registered trademarks by Microsoft Corporation.
Copyright
© 2010 – 2015 by POSTEK Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual cannot be
reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of POSTEK. No patent liability is assumed with respect to the
use of the information contained herein.
POSTEK V6 Portable Label Printer User’s Manual
5th edition February 2015
Disclaimer
This manual has been validated and reviewed for accuracy. The instructions and descriptions it contains are accurate for
POSTEK V6 Label Printer at the time of this manual’s printing. However, succeeding printers and manuals are subjected to
change without notice. POSTEK assumes no liability for damages incurred directly or indirectly from errors, omissions or
discrepancies between printers and this manual.
Although this manual describes and details many issues which could possibly occur, the manufacturer cannot warrant
against unpredictable conditions during the printing process. For problems such as the printer not working, printing content
lost or printing quality poor, etc., contact the manufacturer or an authorized service providers for appropriate corrective
measures (in compliance with the POSTEK printer’s warranty). In no event shall the manufacturer or resellers involved be
liable for any damages whatsoever (including without limitation: damages for loss of business profits, business interruption,
loss of business information, or other pecuniary losses) arising from the use of, the results of use or inability to use this
product, even if the manufacturer has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

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Important Safety Instructions
♦Only qualified and trained authorized POSTEK service providers should attempt to disassemble or repair the printer.
Incorrect disassembling of the product or its power adaptor may cause an electronic short, human injury or printer
component damages.
♦Do not place the printer or the battery on or near a heat source. Do not load, unload or recharge the battery near a heat
source. Do not heat the battery with any heating devise. Do not discard V6 or its battery into fire.
♦If the printer or its battery is wet or broken, stop using it immediately and contact an authorized service provider.
♦Handle a charged battery properly. Do not touch the battery’s electrodes with conductors such as keys, metal or jewelry,
as this can cause injury. Use only POSTEK provided batteries.
♦In case of electrolyte leaks, do not rub eyes. If electrolyte contacts eyes, wash eyes immediately and thoroughly with
running water. Contact a doctor if needed.
♦If electrolyte spills on skin or clothes, rinse thoroughly with water.
♦To avoid getting an electric shock, do not use a worn or damaged power cord and avoid placing heavy objects on cord.
If the power cord becomes damaged or frayed, replace it immediately.
Warnings:
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may
be required to take adequate measures (see FCC Notice).
Static electricity that accumulates on the surface of the human body or other objects can damage the print head or electronic
components in the V6 printer. Observe proper electrostatic safety precautions when handling.
Power off the printer when not in use for extend periods.

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Table of Contents
Preface .......................................................................................................................................................................................1
Chapter 1: Introduction...........................................................................................................................................................2
Technical Specifications.....................................................................................................................................................2
Printer Specifications..................................................................................................................................................2
Power Adapter Specifications.....................................................................................................................................3
Contents of Box..................................................................................................................................................................3
Packing List ................................................................................................................................................................3
Chapter 2: Setup and Use ........................................................................................................................................................5
Printer Setup .......................................................................................................................................................................5
Main Parts and Structures...........................................................................................................................................5
Connecting the Printer........................................................................................................................................................8
Windows Driver and Label Software..................................................................................................................................8
Using the Battery................................................................................................................................................................9
Installing the Battery...................................................................................................................................................9
Charging the Battery.................................................................................................................................................10
Installing the Ribbon.........................................................................................................................................................10
Installing a Media Roll .....................................................................................................................................................12
Reflective Media Sensor...................................................................................................................................................14
Media Sensor Calibration .................................................................................................................................................15
Chapter 3: Operations and Settings......................................................................................................................................16
Keyboard...........................................................................................................................................................................16
Keyboard Layout ......................................................................................................................................................16
Keyboard Functions..................................................................................................................................................17
LED Indicators..................................................................................................................................................................18
Basic Operations...............................................................................................................................................................19
Power On ..................................................................................................................................................................19
Power Off..................................................................................................................................................................19
LCD Opening Screen................................................................................................................................................19
Menu Settings...................................................................................................................................................................21
Menu and Sub Menu Descriptions............................................................................................................................21
Self Test ....................................................................................................................................................................23
Reset .........................................................................................................................................................................23
Detect Length............................................................................................................................................................23
Adjusting Darkness...................................................................................................................................................24
Working with Bluetooth....................................................................................................................................................25
Chapter 4: Create, Download and Print Labels...................................................................................................................30
Design Label.....................................................................................................................................................................30
Open a Stored Label..................................................................................................................................................30
Create a New Label Using the LCD Screen .............................................................................................................31

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Input Methods...........................................................................................................................................................32
Downloading Label Forms ...............................................................................................................................................33
Working with Fixed and Variable Input....................................................................................................................34
Form Index................................................................................................................................................................36
Delete a Form ...........................................................................................................................................................36
Function Key ............................................................................................................................................................37
Chapter 5: Maintenance.........................................................................................................................................................39
Cleaning the Printhead......................................................................................................................................................39
Cleaning the Cutter...........................................................................................................................................................39
Cleaning the Platen Roller................................................................................................................................................40
Cleaning the Printer Interior .............................................................................................................................................40
Cleaning the Media Sensor...............................................................................................................................................40
Chapter 6: Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................................................41
Error Indicators.................................................................................................................................................................41
Media Error Displayed..............................................................................................................................................41
Ribbon Error Displayed............................................................................................................................................41
Miscellaneous...................................................................................................................................................................42
Vertical Blank Lines Appear.....................................................................................................................................42
Printer Timeout Error Message.................................................................................................................................42
Data Sent but Not Printing........................................................................................................................................42
Poor Printing Quality................................................................................................................................................43
Appendix 1: ASCII Table.......................................................................................................................................................44

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Preface
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Preface
Your POSTEK V6 barcode label printer provides many outstanding features to enjoy. It is a versatile and portable printer
allowing for one-the-spot label creation or by downloading label forms previously created using label software with the
capacity to store hundreds of forms for easy retrieval. The V6 also has Bluetooth built in, providing an optimal solution for
managing off-site label printing applications. The printer supports both direct thermal and thermal transfer printing
methods, has many ease-of-use features, is lightweight, weighing only 1.2 kgs, and is powered by a long lasting Lithium ion
rechargeable battery.
This manual explains how to set up and begin using your POSTEK V6 printer. It also provides detailed information on
configuring your V6 printer, basic operations, maintenance and troubleshooting.
Please read this manual carefully and completely before using the POSTEK V6 printer.

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Chapter 1: Introduction
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Chapter 1: Introduction
Technical Specifications
Printer Specifications
Mode
V6
Printing method Direct Thermal and Thermal Transfer
Printing resolution 203 dpi (8 dots/mm)
Max printing width 1.89″(48 mm)
Max printing length 39.37″(1,000 mm)
Memory 8MB FLASH ROM, 8MB SDRAM
Media
Width: 2.17″(55 mm) max., 0.4″(10 mm)
OD: 3″(76.2 mm) max., ID: 1″(25.4 mm) min.
Label thickness (includes liner) 0.0023″ ~ 0.008″(0.06 mm ~ 0.20 mm)
Ribbon
Max width: 2.0″(51 mm); Max length: 82′(25 m)
OD 1″(25.4 mm) max., ID 0.05″(12.7 mm)
Ink side: Out
Media sensor Reflective
Bar Code types
1D Barcode
s: Code 39, Code 93, Code 128/subsetA, B, C,
Codebar, Interleave 2
of 5, UPC A/E
2 and 5 add-on, EAN-13/8/128, UCC-128
2D Barcodes: MaxiCode, PDF417, Data Matrix, QR Code
LCD Display 4 line, 128*64 Graphical LCD
Interfaces USB 2.0, Bluetooth V2.0
Battery 7.4V 2200mAh Lithium ion rechargeable battery
Weight 2.64 lbs (1.2 kgs) including battery
Dimensions W 5.12 x D 10.3 x H 4.02 inches
(W 130 x D 262 x H 102 mm)
Operation environment Temperature: 32°F ~ +104°F
(0°C ~ 40°C)
Relative humidity: 5% - 85% non condensing
Storage environment Temperature: 1 month: -4°F ~ +140°F (-20°C ~ +60°C)
3 months: -4°F ~ +113°F (-20°C ~ +45°C)
> 1 year: -4°F ~ +77°F (-20°C ~ +25°C)
Relative humidity: 5% ~ 85% non condensing
Optional items* Manual Cutter, Hand Holding Strap
* Some optional items may require a minimum quantity purchase or factory installation.

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PowerAdapter Specifications
Input AC 100 ~ 240 V, 47 ~ 63 Hz
Output
DC 9V, 4.0A
Environment 32°F ~ 104°F (0°C ~ 40°C)
Contents of Box
Inspect the shipping carton(s) for possible shipping damage, if damage is discovered, notify the shipping company to
report the nature and extent of the damage.
Please check the items according to the Packing List. If there are any items missing, notify your authorized reseller.
Packing List
V6 Printer 1 pc
Power Adapter
1 pc
USB interface cable 1 pc
Lithium ion rechargeable battery
1 pc
Media Spindle 1 pc
Media Roll Guide 1 pc
Sample Media Roll
1 pc
Sample Ribbon 1 pc
V6 Quick Start Guide
1 pc
Shoulder Strap 1 pc
Protective Carrying Case 1 pc
CD-ROM pack*
1 pc
*Note: CD-ROM pack includes V6 printer driver, label software, User’s Manual and Programming Manual.

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Note: Figure does not show USB interface cable, shoulder strap or protective carrying case.
Figure 1-1: Printer and Components
V6 Printer
Media Roll Guide
Power Adaptor
Sample Media
Ribbon
CD-ROM
Media Spindle
Battery
Quick Start Guide

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Chapter 2: Setup and Use
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Chapter 2: Setup and Use
Printer Setup
Main Parts and Structures
Figure 2-1
1. Status Indicator
2. Charge Indicator
3. DC Power Indicator
4. Keyboard
5. LCD Screen
6. Cover
7. Locking Lever
8. Cutter Handle (the Manual Cutter is an optional item)
9. Ribbon Cartridge
10. Power Switch
11. Feed Button
12. Pause Button
13. Cancel Button
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