Rena XPS-80 User manual

M-3301 June 12, 2003
RENA XPS-80/90
Tabletop-Console Printer
User Guide

RENA XPS-80/90
User Guide II
RENA XPS-80/90
Tab etop-Conso e Printer
RENA S stems, Inc.
136 Green Tree Rd Ste 140
PO Box 1069
Oaks, PA 19456-1069
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-Mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.renausa.com
Every effort has been made to assure the accuracy of this man-
ua .
RENA Systems sha not be he d iab e for any errors contained
herein or for any consequentia or incidenta damages incurred as
a resu t of acting on information contained in this manua .
Technica specifications may change due to design advances.
The data stated are nomina va ues on y.
© Copyright 2003, RENA Informationstechnik GmbH & Co. KG
A rights reserved. No part of this manua may be reproduced or
transmitted in any form or by any means, copied onto e ectronic
media or trans ated into any anguage without the manufacturer’s
express written permission.
Trademarks:
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Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of the Microsoft
Corporation.

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Contents
Section - Page
1. Preliminar remarks.................................................................... 1-1
2. Safet ........................................................................................... 2-1
2.1 Genera notes on safety........................................................ 2-1
2.2 Hand ing the print cartridges................................................. 2-2
2.3 P acement of the XPS-80/90................................................. 2-3
3. Unpacking and final assembl ................................................... 3-1
3.1 Shipping and packaging ....................................................... 3-1
3.2 Scope of de ivery.................................................................. 3-2
3.3 Fina assemb y ..................................................................... 3-3
4. Description of the XPS-80/90...................................................... 4-1
4.1 Description of the function .................................................... 4-1
4.2 App ications.......................................................................... 4-2
4.3 Operation with a PC ............................................................. 4-2
4.4 Overview of the printer ......................................................... 4-3
4.5 Overview of the externa termina s........................................ 4-4
5. Installation and operation........................................................... 5-1
5.1 Inserting cartridges............................................................... 5-1
5.2 Powering on the XPS-80/90.................................................. 5-4
5.3 The contro pane .................................................................. 5-6
5.4 Identifying print media dimensions........................................ 5-8
5.5 Adjusting the printer to the media ......................................... 5-9
5.6 Test print.............................................................................. 5-15
5.7 Ca ibrating (a igning) the print units and cartridges................ 5-21
5.8 Insta ing the printer driver .................................................... 5-27
5.9 Printing addresses................................................................ 5-27

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5.10 The F exMai program........................................................... 5-29
5.11 Address counter ................................................................... 5-48
5.12 Rep acing empty ink cartridges............................................. 5-49
5.13 Rep acing the ink fe ts and wipers (XPS-90 on y) .................. 5-52
5.14 Resetting the address printer................................................ 5-55
6. Programming mode .................................................................... 6-1
6.1 Genera points and operating mode...................................... 6-1
6.2 Menu overview ..................................................................... 6-4
6.3 Description of the main menu ............................................... 6-5
6.4 Specia function submenus................................................... 6-14
6.5 Seria interface submenus .................................................... 6-18
7. Error messages and warnings ................................................... 7-1
7.1 Error messages.................................................................... 7-1
7.2 Warnings.............................................................................. 7-7
8. Technical data............................................................................. 8-1
9. Annex .......................................................................................... 9-1
9.1 Key combinations................................................................. 9-1
9.2 Conditiona disp ay messages .............................................. 9-2

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1. Preliminar remarks
This innovative XPS-80/90 is designed to print addresses, text
and graphica e ements onto individua or mass-dispatch mai ed
items in professiona app ications requiring high throughput.
To ensure the safe and re iab e operation of this
printer and its components for many years, you must
read and observe this insta ation and operating guide,
inc uding the notes on safety, before insta ing it and
putting it into operation. Be sure to observe a warning
and information abe s attached to the printer.
A persons assigned to operate the XPS-80/90 must a so be fa-
mi iarized with this insta ation and operating guide.
Take care to keep this manua in a safe p ace so that you may
access the information it contains at a times.
Pictogram Definitions
Genera warnings.
Warning of hazards due to e ectrica current or e ectric
shock.
Important information for using the printer.

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How to use this manual
A genera and exp anatory information is given in continuous
text. This information is needed in order to carry out the fo owing
insta ation and operating steps.
Whenever the insta er or operator has to perform a specific ac-
tion, it is a ways marked in the text with bu ets, as fo ows:
• Carry out an action now
• Then perform the next action
A ways be sure to read the manua as far as the action texts. You
wi then obtain a the information you need without second-
guessing the manua . This wi protect you from making any mis-
takes!
Chrono ogy and reference
The manua has a chrono ogica structure, i.e. it describes the se-
quence from de ivery/unpacking to the ready-to-use condition.
This is fo owed by the operating and programming instructions
and fina y the technica information.
If you are unfami iar with the equipment, you are best advised to
read the manua through in sequence. You wi be guided in a
step-by-step approach and wi soon be ab e to operate the printer
easi y and quick y.
If you are a ready fami iar with the XPS-80/90, however, you wi
find it just as easy to use the manua as a reference resource.
Ke terms and abbreviations
To operate the XPS-80/90, you must be fami iar with a sma
number of terms and abbreviations:
- Cartridge (Crt.) = C, C1, C2, C3
- Unit = U, U1, U2
This combines a three cartridges in a sing e unit.
- Paper width = Extension of the paper in the direction of trans-
port. Left to right as viewed from the operator
side.
- Paper height = Extension of the paper transversa y to the di-
rection of transport. Top to bottom as viewed
from the operator side.

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2. Safet
The XPS-80/90 has been constructed in ine with state-of-the-art
techno ogy and is safe to operate. However, hazards cannot be
exc uded if persons unfami iar with its use operate it. The same
app ies if it is used in an inappropriate way or in a manner not in
accordance with its intended purpose.
If ou ignore the information given in this manual, the follow-
ing hazards cannot be excluded:
• Electric shock,
• Injur b the rotating items,
• Damage to the printer.
2.1 General notes on safety
• The XPS-80/90 may on y be connected to a vo tage source of
100-120VAC/60Hz or 220-240VAC/50Hz. It is vita to check
the information on the type-p ate before connecting it, to ver-
ify that the correct fuses (type and rating) are insta ed for
your vo tage source.
• The power p ug must be connected to a grounded socket!
Make sure that the grounding has not been rendered ineffec-
tive by the use of an extension cab e with no ground conduc-
tor. Any break in the ground conductor inside or
outside the printer is dangerous and must be cor-
rected.
• Both AC termina s of the printer are fused! Even if a fuse
b ows, e ectrica parts in the printer may continue to be ive.
• Run the power ines so that no one can trip over
them. Make sure that no objects are p aced onto
the power cab es.
• Unp ug the printer from the wa out et (vo tage
source) if it is not being used for a onger period of
time. This avoids any damage in the event of vo t-
age surges.

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• Never touch the print units whi e the printer is run-
ning! There is a danger of bruising and crushing in-
jury. A so be sure to keep ong hair or any items of
c othing away from the printer whi e it is running.
• Protect the printer from moisture.
• A ways unp ug the printer before c eaning it.
• Do not use any c eaning agents. Use a damp c oth.
• You must unp ug the printer and have it checked by
an authorized service technician in the fo owing cir-
cumstances:
• If the power cab e or power p ug has worn or been
damaged.
• If water or another iquid has penetrated the printer.
• If the printer does not operate proper y even after the
operating instructions have been fo owed.
• If one of the printer parts or its housing is damaged.
• If the printer shows marked discrepancies from nor-
ma operation.
• Do not dismant e the printer beyond the eve described in this
manua . Unauthorized persons must not open the housing.
On y authorized service personne may carry out repairs.
• Prohibition of conversions: a conversions or modifications
carried out by unauthorized persons are prohibited for rea-
sons of safety.
2.2 Handling the print cartridges
• Keep a print cartridges out of the reach of chi dren.
• Under norma circumstances, ink cannot run out of a car-
tridge. Wash off any ink spray, which gets onto the skin im-
mediate y under running water. If any ink gets into your eyes,
rinse it out immediate y with p enty of water and subsequent y
consu t a doctor.
• Print cartridges must not be shaken, as ink may run out.
• Insta each print cartridge immediate y after removing the
protective tab. Be sure not to exceed the expiry date.

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• Do not attempt to open or re-fi an ink cartridge. Any such ac-
tion may damage the cartridge and may cause the cartridge
to eak ink into the printer, causing damage to the printer.
2.3 Placement of the XPS-80/ 0
• The surface on which the XPS-80/90 is p aced must be hori-
zonta and sufficient y stab e to bear its weight. The printer is
set up on four pan egs, which can compensate uneven sur-
faces within certain imits.
• Se ect a p acement ocation, which protects a parts of the
printer from extreme temperature and humidity f uctuations,
direct sun ight and excessive heat.
• The XPS-80/90 must not be exposed to vibrations or shocks.
• P ace the XPS-80/90 so that you can switch off the power
p ug easi y at any time.
• Leave enough room behind the printer so that access to the
interfaces is assured.
• Ensure that sufficient stand area is avai ab e for the feeder
(when a feeder is used).

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3. Unpacking and final assembl
3.1 Shipping and packaging
The XPS-80/90 is shipped in specia packaging so that it reaches
its destination without damage via a regu ar mode of transport.
Note:
The carrier is liable for any damage during transport.
Transport and storage should take place under normal
conditions, i.e. at temperatures between +5°C and +60°C
and relati e air humidity of up to 80%. Impermissible con-
ditions may lead to damage which is not externally isible.
The printer is fixed inside the transport box with specia securing
b ocks. These must be unscrewed before it is taken out. Lift the
printer on y at the carrying recesses designed for this purpose. It
must not be ifted by its c adding (side covers)!
Lift the printer only at the carrying recesses!
Remo e all ink cartridges before shipping!

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Packaging
In the event that the XPS-80/90 needs to be returned, the origina
packaging must be used. We strong y suggest that you keep the
origina packaging for future use.
P ease remove a ink cartridges before shipping!
If the packaging is no onger required, be sure to dispose of it in
an environmenta y appropriate way.
3.2 Scope of delivery
Check that a parts of the XPS-80/90 are present, comp ete and
undamaged as detai ed in the ist.
Parts list of the XPS-80/90
• Main XPS-80/90 printer with two print units
• User Guide
Additional components:
• AF635 automatic synchronized feeder (optiona )
• P ug & Print connection cab e (optiona )
• Stand for AF635 (optiona )
• F exMai software package with manua s (optiona ).
At this time the XPS-90 can only be dri en ia
FlexMail.
The ink cartridges are not included in the scope of deliver .
Suitab e ink cartridges are:
• B ack ink: C6131A
• Versati e B ack ink: C8842A
• Red C6168A, green C6169A, b ue C6170A, ye ow C6173A.
Three cartridges are required per print unit; tota ing six cartridges.
Ink cartridges may be purchased from your oca RENA dea er
or direct y from our on- ine shop at: http://www.renausa.com/ink

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3.3 Final assembly
Norma y the XPS-80/90 is operated in conjunction with the op-
tiona AF635 (automatic synchronized feeder). Before being put
into operation, they must be mechanica y and e ectrica y con-
nected.
Note: If you are not using the AF635 feeder with the XPS-80/90
printer, you may skip Section 3.3.2.
3.3..1 INSTALLING THE XPS-80/90
• When insta ing the XPS-80/90, make sure that there is suffi-
cient room behind it to a ow access to the interface ports and
termina s.
• Ensure that the printer is switched off. Ensure that the vo tage
source is within printer power imits. Then p ug the power ca-
b e into the wa socket (power source) and into the power in-
put modu e on the right-hand side of the printer.
Power input modu e Rear s its for optiona feeder stand

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3.3..2 CONNECTING THE AF635 FEEDER TO THE XPS-80/90
The AF635 is p aced on a stand to ensure that it feeds the
print media at the right height.
Position the AF635 so that the ejection ro er is on the same
side as the positioning fingers of the stand, See diagram be-
ow.
Run the two connectors of the AF635 through the ho e in the
top of the stand and p ace the AF635 onto the stand so that
the four a ignment pins fit neat y into the ho es of the AF635.
Ejection
ro er
Positioning finger

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Next p ace the stand about 15 cm (~6”) in front of the XPS-
80/90. A ign the positioning fingers with the corresponding s its
in the XPS-80/90. P ug the two connectors into the "Ext.
Power" and "P ug&Print" sockets. Secure the connections by
screwing the connectors in p ace. The AF635 is supp ied with
power via the “Ext.Power" socket. The XPS-80/90 and AF635
can communicate inte igent y via the P ug & Print interface.
You can now insert the positioning hooks of the stand into the
rear s its of the XPS-80/90.
Note: Feeder can be eft on the stand when it is moved.
P ug & Print
interface
Externa power

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Connect the ground strap (provided) between the XPS-80/90
and AF635.
The XPS-80/90 and AF635 are now correct y a igned and con-
nected.
For further information on the operation of the AF635, consu t
the AF635 User Guide.
3.3..3 CONNECTING TO THE PC
The XPS-80/90 may be connected to any IBM-compatib e PC
via the Centronics para e or the RS232 seria interface on its
rear pane . Ensure beforehand that both devices are switched
off. Do not connect or disconnect the interface cab e during
operation, as this can ead to the destruction of e ectronic
parts. The printer shou d be powered on before the computer
is powered on.
RS232 (seria )
9-pin. D-sub
IEEE 1284 (para e )
Centronics
(optiona mu tifunctiona interface kit,
see Section 4.5 for detai s)
To properly discharge electrostatic energy, be sure the
ground strap, supplied with the XPS80/90, has been
properly connected between the printer and feeder. If
the ground strap is not connected, a potential oltage
difference may build up, which can effect operation and
or cause damage to the electronics.

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3.3..4 POSITIONING THE PRINT MEDIA
Norma y the AF635 is a igned so it feeds the print media cen-
tered to the transport system at position “A” (shown be ow).

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When using narrow media, if the print media covers fewer
than three suction s its, the AF635 can be offset to position B
(as shown be ow). This reduces the risks of raised media cor-
ners causing paper jams. To do this, the stand of the AF635 is
shifted to its forward position, i.e. inserted into the two forward
s its. The diagram be ow shows the AF635 in the forward posi-
tion “B” with a narrow enve ope. The print media is now fed
centered on the second be t.

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The deca shows the media formats that shou d to be fed cen-
tra y to the second be t (Position B). P= printer F= feeder.
When the AF635 is attached at position B, this
change must also be adjusted ia the printer or
FlexMail offset. Otherwise the position of the printed
image will not match the print position you ha e
selected ia the software. When mo ing the AF635
from position A to position B, the pre iously set alue
must be increased by 42.5mm.
If the print media is ess than 70mm in height (note: the XPS-
80/90 is not specified for this ow va ue!), then feed it centra y
to the transport band under Pos A.

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3.3..5 MEASURING THE PAPER OFFSET VALUE
The correct offset va ue can be read off the ru er, ocated on
the safety f ap.
Feed a piece of print media from the feeder, by pressing PAP
momentari y, so it is positioned under the safety f ap. Then
read off the back va ue of the print media edge. The fo owing
diagram shows a C5 enve ope fed at Pos A.
A va ue of 9.8cm (98 mm) can be read off the ru er
Use this va ue as the offset in F exMai .

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The fo owing diagram shows a #10 enve ope that was fed at
position B and runs centra y to the second be t. The va ue on
the ru er is 16.8 cm (168 mm).
Use this va ue as the offset in F exMai .