RDS Technology ICP 300 User manual

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ICP 300
In-Cab Printer
Operation
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This product co
mplies with Council Directive 2004/108/EC
when installed and used in accordance with the relevant
instructions.
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Document number
S/DC/500-10-570: Issue 1.01 : 11/8/08
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Contents
Introduction____________________________________________3
Parts List_______________________________________________3
Setup _________________________________________________4
Operation ______________________________________________5
Power-On Self-Test _____________________________________5
Status LED _____________________________________________5
Replacin the paper roll_________________________________6
Maintenance ___________________________________________7
Service ________________________________________________7
Specifications __________________________________________8

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Introduction
Figure 1
The RDS ICP 300 In-Cab printer is an ultra-compact thermal printer designed
for easy paper loading. It accepts 58mm wide rolls up to 44mm dia. The
printer is connected to and powered from the instrument via a single cable
with RJ-12 connector, and operates with a supply voltage in the range 10-
35V dc. No maintenance is required except to occasionally clean the rubber
paper roller to remove any dirt buildup.
Parts List
Part No Description Qty
S/HU/167-4-001 ICP 300 Printer 1
S/BK/167-4-015 Mounting Plate 1
S/CB/167-4-005 or: Printer Cable for Wizard
S/CB/167-4-006 Printer Cable for Pro-Series/PSi
1
S/F701-050 M3X 8 Screw 2
S/F713-001 M3 Washer 2
S/FSNR/940117 M6 x 16 Hex Set Screw 2
S/FSNR/406 M6 Nut 2
S/FSNR/940205 M6 Washer 2
S/CB /TIE/001 Cable Tie 25
S/AC/167-3-030 Paper Roll 2

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Setup
Plug the printer cable RJ-12 connector into the back of the printer and then
attach the mounting plate with the two M3 screws provided.
The cable is connected normally to the upper port on a ‘Pro-Series’/’Psi’
head unit, or into the ‘Terminator’ junction box of a ‘Wizard’ instrument (fig.
2).
Figure 2 Connecting to a Wizard Head Unit
Connect the lead Pt No. S/CB/167-4-005 onto the 4-way connector in the
terminal box as shown.
ocate the cable grommet onto the moulding, and cable-tie the head unit
lead onto the moulded cable saddle to provide strain relief.
RED WIRE

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Operation
When installed with a Wizard instrument the printer is normally powered on
as the vehicle is started.
When installed with a Pro-Series/Psi instrument the printer is powered on
when the instrument is switched on.
The status ED illuminates and the printer mechanism is reset.
Pressing the button advances the paper.
Power-On Self-Test
Press and hold the button and then power up the instrument. The
printer will then print a self-test report.
The self-test procedure checks most of the printer functions except for the
serial interface
Status LED
If there is a problem with the printer, the status ED will indicate a fault
condition by a flashing sequence as follows.
LED Indication Condition Solution
On Normal -
Off No Power -
* * * Paper Out Fit new paper
** ** ** Print head too hot Allow head to cool
*** *** *** Power below 10V dc Check supply +V

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Replacin the paper roll
Pull the lever up until the lid is released. Do not use excessive force.
Figure 3 Unlock paper compartment
Replace the roll and press the lid at each side until it clicks shut.
Figure 4 Lock paper compartment

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Maintenance
Occasionally, it may be necessary to clean dust or foreign matter from the
paper compartment. Wipe the paper compartment clean using a dry soft
cloth only.
The rubber roller can be removed for cleaning if necessary. Push the roller
forwards at each end to disengage it from the slots (figure 5).
NOTE DO NOT angle the roller too far with one end still engaged as this may break
the moulding.
DO NOT touch or attempt to clean the print head.
Figure 5 Remove paper roller
Service
There are no servicable parts. In the event of damage or failure, the printer is
replaceable only as a complete unit.

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Specifications
Printing
Printing System Direct Thermal line head
Characters per line 48
Character matrix 24 x 8
Horizontal dot pitch 0.125mm (200 dpi)
Vertical Dot pitch 0.125mm
Printing width 48mm
Max. print speed 10 lines per second
MTBF Approx. 10
7
lines (20°C, print ratio 25%)
Power
Voltage External 10 – 35 V dc
Operating Current From 1A @ 35V to 2.7A @ 10V
Standby 30 mA
Paper
Paper roll 58mm x 44mm dia
Paper specification TF50-KS-E2D (recommended)
I/O
Interface RS232C
Connector 6-way RJ-12 socket
Baud rate 4800
Parity None
Data Bits 8
Stop Bits 1
Handshake Hardware (CTS)
Buffer 5 Kbyte
Character set ASCII
Environmental
Operating 0°C to +50°C
Storage -20°C to +60°C
Dimensions 85.5mm x 150mm x 55mm (excluding bracket)
Weight 0.4 kg (excluding bracket)

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