Rockwell Automation Allen-Bradley ClearMark Advanced II User manual

User Manual Original Instructions
ClearMark Advanced II Printer
Catalog Number 1492-PCMA2110

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ClearMark Advanced II Printer User Manual
Important User Information
Read this document and the documents listed in the additional resources section about installation, configuration, and operation of this equipment before
you install, configure, operate, or maintain this product. Users are required to familiarize themselves with installation and wiring instructions in addition to
requirements of all applicable codes, laws, and standards.
Activities including installation, adjustments, putting into service, use, assembly, disassembly, and maintenance are required to be carried out by suitably
trained personnel in accordance with applicable code of practice.
If this equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.
In no event will Rockwell Automation, Inc. be responsible or liable for indirect or consequential damages resulting from the use or application of this
equipment.
The examples and diagrams in this manual are included solely for illustrative purposes. Because of the many variables and requirements associated with
any particular installation, Rockwell Automation, Inc. cannot assume responsibility or liability for actual use based on the examples and diagrams.
No patent liability is assumed by Rockwell Automation, Inc. with respect to use of information, circuits, equipment, or software described in this manual.
Reproduction of the contents of this manual, in whole or in part, without written permission of Rockwell Automation, Inc., is prohibited.
Throughout this manual, when necessary, we use notes to make you aware of safety considerations.
These labels may also be on or inside the equipment to provide specific precautions.
The following icon may appear in the text of this document.
WARNING: Identifies information about practices or circumstances that can cause an explosion in a hazardous environment,
which may lead to personal injury or death, property damage, or economic loss.
ATTENTION: Identifies information about practices or circumstances that can lead to personal injury or death, property
damage, or economic loss. Attentions help you identify a hazard, avoid a hazard, and recognize the consequence.
IMPORTANT Identifies information that is critical for successful application and understanding of the product.
SHOCK HAZARD: Labels may be on or inside the equipment, for example, a drive or motor, to alert people that dangerous
voltage may be present.
BURN HAZARD: Labels may be on or inside the equipment, for example, a drive or motor, to alert people that surfaces may
reach dangerous temperatures.
ARC FLASH HAZARD: Labels may be on or inside the equipment, for example, a motor control center, to alert people to
potential Arc Flash. Arc Flash will cause severe injury or death. Wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Follow ALL
Regulatory requirements for safe work practices and for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Identifies information that is useful and can help to make a process easier to do or easier to understand.

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Table of Contents
Preface
About This Publication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Warranty and Liability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Copyright . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
General Operating Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Handling Ink and Fluid Cartridges. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Symbols and Information Used on the Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Intended Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Residual Risks When Using the Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Hazards Due to Electricity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Hazards Due to Hot Surfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Hazards Due to Use of Incorrect Spare Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Personnel Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Additional Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Chapter 1
Printer Description Printer Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Touch Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Bulletin 1492 Marker Cards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Chapter 2
Printer Installation Unpack the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Scope of supply. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Install the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Extract the Output Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Align the Touch Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Connect the Printer to the PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Create a Wired Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Turn the Printer On. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Turn the Printer Off (Switch the Printer to Standby Mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Insert an Ink Cartridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Chapter 3
Software Installation Install the ClearTools Software. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Install the Printer and Drivers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Connect to a Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
USB Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Set up a Marker Card for the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Run a Print Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Chapter 4
Operations Activate Longer Downtime Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Restore Operational Readiness of the Printer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

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Shelf Life of the Ink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Insert Marker Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Process a Stack of Marker Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Print a Marker Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Determine Curing Settings and Heating Levels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Select the Print Quality. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Settings on the Touch Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
System status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Current Jobs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Print job history . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Demo print jobs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Interfaces / USB Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Advanced Settings / Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
System Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Chapter 5
Cleaning and Maintenance Software-controlled Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Perform a Nozzle Check. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Clean the Print Head Automatically . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Clean the Print Head Manually. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Replace Ink Cartridges and Fluid Cartridges. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Replace the Ink Collector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Clean the Printer Enclosure and Touch Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Chapter 6
Troubleshooting General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Marker Card Left in Turned-off Device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Messages on the Touch Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Troubleshooting List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Chapter 7
Technical Data Printer Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Chapter 8
Service Parts and Accessories Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Chapter 9
Decommissioning the Printer Set Longer Downtime Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Pack and Transport the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Appendix A
Cleaning Unit Replacement Remove the Cleaning Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Install the Cleaning Unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

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Preface
About This Publication This publication provides instructions on how to use the ClearMark™ Advanced II ink-jet
printer, which, together with the ClearTools™ software, is a marking system for Bulletin 1492
marker cards. This publication is intended for users who operate and maintain the printer.
Warranty and Liability The obligations specified in the supply contract, the general and delivery terms and conditions
of Rockwell Automation, and the legal regulations in force at the time the contract was signed
apply.
All information and instructions in this user manual are compiled in line with applicable
standards and regulations, state-of-the-art technology, and our extensive knowledge and
experience.
Warranty and liability claims for personal injury and material damage are excluded if they are
attributable to one or more of the following causes:
• Unintended or inappropriate use of the printer (see Intended Use on page 7).
• Inappropriate installation, commissioning, operation, maintenance, and cleaning of the
printer.
• Operation of the printer with a defective or incorrectly fitted printer enclosure.
• Non-compliance with the user manual.
• Deployment of non-instructed personnel.
• Structural alterations to the printer (modifications or other alterations to the printer are
prohibited. Non-compliance results in the printer's EC Declaration of Conformity no
longer being valid).
• Technical modifications.
• Opening the printer enclosure.
• Use of out-of-date ink cartridges.
• Use of unapproved spare parts or spare parts that do not satisfy technical
requirements.
• Disasters, effects of extraneous elements, and force majeure. We reserve the right to
make technical alterations in the course of further development and improvement of
features.
Copyright This user manual is protected by copyright and is intended for internal use only. Without the
written consent of Rockwell Automation, any use outside the limits of copyright law is
prohibited. This applies in particular to copies and translations. Contravention results in
liability for damages. Further claims remain reserved.
Safety Information
In the following cases, you must disconnect the printer from all sources of power and contact
a qualified service technician:
• The power cable or plug is worn or damaged.
• Liquid has entered the printer.
• The printer has fallen, or the enclosure has been damaged.
WARNING: Risk to persons due to electrical and chemical hazards.
• Read the safety and hazard information in this chapter before putting the
printer into operation.
• In addition to the information in this user manual, observe the applicable
national work, operating, and safety regulations.
• Observe the applicable internal company regulations.

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• The performance of the printer is not up to the required standard, for example, poor
print quality or insufficient resistance to smearing and scratching.
In addition to the preceding cautions and warnings, observe the following guidelines:
• Make sure that all persons who work on the device have fully read and understood the
user manual.
• Only use the printer for its intended purpose (see Intended Use on page 7).
• Keep all safety information and warnings on the printer clean and legible; replace them,
if necessary.
• Only instructed personnel must work on the device.
• To ensure that everyone who uses the device is able to view the user manual at any
time, always keep the user manual with the product for future reference.
General Operating
Information
Consider the following guidelines as you operate the printer:
• When selecting the installation site for the printer, make sure that the ambient
conditions are suitable (see Technical Data on page 49).
• Make sure that openings in the printer enclosure are not blocked or covered.
• Do not turn off the printer! The printer automatically switches to standby mode. The
operating parameters are only retained while the printer is turned on. These
parameters ensure, for example, that the print head is cleaned optimally.
• Keep the ink tank lid closed during operation.
Handling Ink and Fluid
Cartridges
To ensure that users handle ink and fluid cartridges properly, follow these guidelines:
• Keep ink and fluid cartridges out of the reach of children.
• The ink and fluid are not suitable for consumption. Do not allow ink to come into
contact with the mucous membranes. If you accidentally swallow any ink, rinse your
mouth and drink plenty of water. Do not induce vomiting.
• Always handle ink and fluid cartridges with care. Otherwise ink or fluid can spill and
cause soiling.
• Always handle used ink and fluid cartridges with care, as a small amount of ink or fluid
can remain in the supply outlet. If you get ink or fluid on your skin, wash thoroughly with
soap and water.
• Never touch the ink or fluid cartridge supply outlet or the area of the supply outlet.
• Do not shake ink or fluid cartridges, as this action may cause ink or fluid to leak.
• Do not disassemble or try to refill ink or fluid cartridges.
WARNING: Danger of injury when the printer is open!
Using the printer when it is open can result in cuts and crush injuries.
• Never remove the printer enclosure.
• Components inside the device must be replaced by a Rockwell Automation
service technician.
IMPORTANT Device damage!
The printer enclosure must not be removed. Opening the printer results
in the loss of any warranty rights.
IMPORTANT Use only Rockwell Automation products.
Use only products that are produced or approved by
Rockwell Automation (ClearTools marking software, marker cards, and
ink cartridges).
Poor print quality, printer faults, and damage caused by using
unapproved and unsuitable accessories and printing materials are
excluded from the warranty.

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• Store unopened ink or fluid cartridges in a cool and dry place, preferably in a
refrigerator at approximately 4 °C (39.2 °F). Allow cooled ink or fluid cartridges to warm
to room temperature for at least three hours before use.
• Remove ink cartridges from the printer only when they are empty or out of date.
• Do not use out-of-date ink cartridges.
• When the use-by date of the ink approaches (printed on the packaging), the touch panel
displays a message. Use all ink in the ink cartridge by the date stated on the label to
achieve the best print results.
Symbols and Information
Used on the Device
The following information and symbols are attached to the printer:
The following warning label appears on the device.
Intended Use In conjunction with the ClearTools software, the printer is designed for marking Bulletin 1492
marker cards in commercial and industrial applications.
Any other use is prohibited. Using the printer in unapproved applications immediately leads to
the expiration of all guarantee and warranty claims on the part of the operator against the
manufacturer.
Using the printer for purposes other than those specified, or failure to observe the operating
instructions and warnings, can lead to serious malfunctioning, personal injury, or damage to
property.
IMPORTANT Damage to the device due to old ink!
Using out-of-date ink may damage the printer.
Table 1 - Warning Symbols
Symbol Description
Warning of crush hazard.
This symbol warns of a crush hazard, for instance, to your hands.
Warning of hot surface.
This symbol warns of a burn hazard due to hot surfaces.
Warning of automatic startup.
This symbol warns of automatic printer startup.
Warning of sharp objects.
This symbol warns of potential hand injuries due to sharp objects.
IMPORTANT Keep all safety information and warnings on the device clean and
legible; replace them, if necessary.

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Only use the ClearTools software, marker cards, and inks that are approved for this marking
system by Rockwell Automation.
Rockwell Automation can make no guarantee for the print quality and resistance when a
different marking software and other printing materials and ink are used.
Claims of any kind for personal injury or material damage that arise from unintended use are
ruled out. The plant operator alone is liable for any injury or damage attributable to unintended
use.
Intended use also includes:
• Heeding all information in the user manual.
• Complying with the operating and maintenance conditions.
Never modify the printer. Non-compliance invalidates the printer's EC Declaration of
Conformity. Such a breach absolves the manufacturer of the printer from warranty. Have any
defective components of the printer replaced immediately by a Rockwell Automation service
technician.
Residual Risks When Using
the Device
The device has a state-of-the-art design and complies with recognized safety rules and
regulations. However, impairments can still arise when using the device. Only use the device
for its intended purpose. When using the device, observe the warnings on the device and the
safety information in this user manual.
Hazards Due to Electricity
Hazards Due to Hot Surfaces du
WARNING: Warning of electrical hazard!
Touching live parts is a direct risk to life. Damage to the insulation or
individual components may result in fatal injury.
• Work on the electrical components of the printer may only be carried out by
electrical specialists.
• Only connect the device to a properly grounded and fused socket.
• Do not connect the printer to either a switch-operated or a timer-controlled
socket.
• Never use damaged power cables.
• Regularly inspect the electrical components of the printer for defects, such as
loose connections or damage to the insulation.
• If damage is detected, immediately switch off the power supply to the printer
and have the damage repaired.
• Have all connecting cables and plugs inspected by an electrical specialist at
least every 6 months!
• Never bypass fuses and never take them out of operation.
• When replacing fuses, pay attention to the correct amperage.
• When connecting an extension cable to the printer, make sure that the rated
current value does not exceed the ampere rating of the extension cable.
• Keep moisture away from live parts as it can cause short circuits. Pay
particular attention to this situation when cleaning the printer.
WARNING: Burn hazard due to hot surfaces!
Contact with hot components and cards may cause burns. Make sure that all
components have cooled down to the ambient temperature before conducting
any service or maintenance work.

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Hazards Due to Use of
Incorrect Spare Parts
Obtain the spare parts from Rockwell Automation. For information about spare parts, see
Service Parts and Accessories on page 51.
The printer is equipped with the following safety features:
• Ink tank lid
• Service flap (ink collector)
• Main Plugs
Personnel Requirements Only trained personnel must operate the printer and perform maintenance tasks. In addition,
personnel must follow the instructions in this user manual.
The responsibilities of personnel for commissioning, operating, maintaining, and cleaning
must be clearly defined. Personnel require the following qualifications for the various
activities:
• Trained skilled personnel can do their work and recognize/avoid potential hazards on
their own because of their training, knowledge, experience, and familiarity with the
relevant regulations.
• Electrical specialists can work independently on electrical devices and recognize/avoid
potential hazards because of their training, knowledge, experience, and familiarity with
the relevant standards and regulations. Electrical specialists have been trained for their
specific task and know the relevant standards and regulations.
Additional Resources These documents contain additional information concerning related products from
Rockwell Automation.
You can view or download publications at rok.auto/literature.
IMPORTANT Damage due to incorrect or faulty spare parts!
Incorrect or faulty spare parts may cause damage, malfunctions, or
total failure. Use original spare parts only.
IMPORTANT The printer must not be operated without the printer enclosure. The
printer enclosure must not be removed. Only operate the printer with
the ink tank lid closed.
IMPORTANT Repairs may only be conducted after consultation with
Rockwell Automation and only by an electrical specialist.
Resource Description
Industrial Automation Wiring and Grounding
Guidelines, publication 1770-4.1 Provides general guidelines for installing a Rockwell Automation
industrial system.
Product Certifications website,
rok.auto/certifications.Provides declarations of conformity, certificates, and other certification details.
System Security Design Guidelines Reference
Manual, publication SECURE-RM001.Provides cybersecurity guidelines for the installation,
configuration, and operation of industrial control systems.

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Printer Description
Combined with the ClearTools™ software, the ClearMark™ Advanced II ink-jet printer is a
marking system for Bulletin 1492 marker cards. Individual equipment can be marked with the
marking system. The printer labels markers in marker card format for switchgear, automatic
machines, terminal blocks, cables, lines, and valves. The ClearMark Advanced II printer allows
you to print very small fonts. Even the smallest characters are easy to read, which allows you
to increase the density of information placed on the markers. The marker cards can be fed
into the input tray (loader) individually or inserted as a stack of up to 50 cards. The marker
cards that are fed into the printing unit are printed with a thermally hardened ink and then
transferred to a curing unit. In the curing unit, the ink is hardened with a special heat radiator.
Marker cards are fed into the output tray where they can then be removed and used
immediately.
Printer Components Figure 1 - ClearMark Advanced II Printer — Top View
Figure 2 - ClearMark Advanced II Printer — Back View
IMPORTANT The marker cards become hot due to the curing process. If necessary,
let them cool down before removing them from the output tray.
Item Description
1Touchpanel
2 Ink tank lid
3 Output tray
4Inputtray(loader)
5 Service flap (for maintenance by user)
Item Description
1 Connectors
2Service cover (for maintenance by service
staff)

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Figure 3 - ClearMark Advanced II Printer — Ink Tank Compartment
Figure 4 - ClearMark Advanced II Printer — Back View Enlarged
Touch Panel Components For a description of the elements that appear on the touch panel and its menus and
submenus, see Table 2…Table 6.
Item Description
1 Ink tank lid (open)
2 Ink cartridges
Item Description
1 USB-B connector printer/PC
2Main switch with connection for main plug
(115/230 V)
3 Fuse (type: 10 AHT)
Table 2 - Icons and Functions on the Main Menu
Icon Name Description
Main menu Expands the symbol view with the names of the main menus.
System status Displays the current printer status: Readiness, fill level of the ink
cartridges and the ink collector.
Jobs Shows the available submenus: Current jobs, print job history, and demo
print jobs.

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Maintenance Shows the available submenus: Print head cleaning, nozzle check, and
longer downtime.
Settings Shows the available submenus: Interfaces and advanced settings.
Information Shows the available submenu: System information.
Table 3 - Icons and Functions on the Jobs Menu
Icon Name Description
Current jobs
Displays the current print jobs, along with the following information:
Number—Sequence number of the current print jobs
Marker type—Card type
Quantity—Quantity of cards
Status—Processing status
In process—The print job is being executed
Wait—The print job is executed as soon as the current print job has been
completed.
Print job history Displays the completed print jobs with information about the card type
used.
Demo print jobs Displays examples that can be executed as a print job.
Table 4 - Icons and Functions on the Maintenance Menu
Icon Name Description
Print head cleaning Allows you to configure and execute print head cleaning.
Nozzle check Allows you to initiate a nozzle check to check the correct functioning of
the nozzles.
Longer downtime
Allows you to set the printer to an operating mode for longer downtimes.
All ink-carrying components are filled with fluid after replacing the ink
cartridges with fluid cartridges. This ensures that the ink-carrying
components are not clogged with dried ink when the printer is turned off.
Table 5 - Icons and Functions on the Settings Menu
Icon Name Description
Interfaces Allows you to configure communication between the printer and the PC.
Advanced settings Allows you to adjust security-relevant settings for communication and
print jobs.
Table 6 - Icons and Functions on the Interfaces Submenu
Icon Name Description
USB connection Allows you to configure communication between the printer and the PC.
For more details, see the ClearTools help.
Table 2 - Icons and Functions on the Main Menu (Continued)
Icon Name Description

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Table 8 describes the buttons and functions that appear on the Printer menu.
Table 7 - Icons and Functions on the Information Menu
Icon Name Description
System information
Displays information on the following categories:
• Ink fill level and shelf life of the ink cartridges
• Fill level of the ink collector
• Individual characteristics (data) of the printer
• Version number of the current firmware
• Current ambient conditions (temperature, humidity, voltage supply)
Table 8 - Buttons and Functions on the Printer Menu
Icon Name Description
Confirm Confirms the selected user level. Opens the window with information
about the fill level of the ink cartridges and the ink collector.
Discard Discards any changes that are made by the user.
Show help Shows the help for the corresponding function.
Close help Closes the current page of the help.
Start animation Starts an animation for service work.
Print Prints the displayed print job again.
Scroll backward Scrolls backward in the list.
Scroll forward Scrolls forward in the list.
Move up Moves up the selected print job.
Move down Moves down the selected print job.
Delete individual Deletes the marked print jobs.
Delete all Deletes all print jobs.
Clean Executes the configured print head cleaning.
Save Saves the setting.
Show print jobs Shows the current print jobs.
Show trouble list Shows the list with fault or service messages if more than one message
has been issued.
Checkbox activated Indicates that a function is selected.
Checkbox deactivated Indicates that a function is not selected.
Print head cleaning
Selects the Black and Cyan nozzles for print head cleaning.
Selects the Magenta and Yellow nozzles for print head cleaning.

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Bulletin 1492 Marker Cards Marker cards that are made of plastic can be printed with the ClearMark Advanced II printer.
The marking system, which consists of the ClearMark Advanced II printer and the ClearTools
software, is designed by Rockwell Automation for Bulletin 1492 marker cards. When you use
these marker cards, keep the following points in mind:
• Marker cards can be inserted individually or in stacks.
• Marker cards can be broken in half. To do this, bend the card in the middle.
• Complete and half marker cards must not be mixed in a stack. It is, however, possible to
process different marker card types in a stack, for example, catalog numbers 1492-
M5X5, 1492-M5X12, and 1492-M6X10.
Figure 5 - Bulletin 1492 Marker Cards
Figure 6 describes the components of a Bulletin 1492 marker card.
Figure 6 - Bulletin 1492 Marker Card Description
Item Description
1 Full Marker Card
2 Half Marker Card
Item Description
1 First project marker surface
2 Marker area
3Sidestrip

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Chapter 2
Printer Installation
Unpack the Printer This chapter describes the steps you need to take to set up the ClearMark™ Advanced II printer
and begin the initial operation.
To unpack the printer, complete the following steps:
1. Open the transport packaging.
2. Take out all the accessories.
3. Take out the printer.
4. Remove the polystyrene packaging material.
5. Remove the transport restraint (1) from the ink tank lid.
6. Check for any damage.
7. Verify that you have all items that are listed in Table 9.
8. Familiarize yourself with the printer (see Printer Components on page 11 and Touch
Panel Components on page 12).
WARNING: Crush hazard during transport!
The printer is heavy and must be transported by two people. Always hold the
printer at the front and rear when transporting it.
IMPORTANT For safety and security reasons, the ClearMark Advanced II printer must
be located in an area that is accessible only by authorized printer users.
IMPORTANT Damage to property!
If the printer is transported improperly, the ink may leak and soil or
damage the device. Always transport the printer in a horizontal
position.
IMPORTANT Two people must lift the printer with the polystyrene packaging
material out of the box.
IMPORTANT Keep the original packaging material for any future transport.

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Scope of supply After you take the printer and all the accessories out of the packaging, make sure that all
items listed in Table 9 are included.
Install the Printer
To install the printer, complete the following steps:
1. Place the printer on a surface that extends beyond the base area of the printer on all
sides.
2. Leave enough space in front of the output rail of the printer.
Table 9 - What’s Included
Cat. No. Description Quantity
1492-PCMA2110
ClearMark Advanced II Marking System 1
Power Cables (North American, European + China) 2
Unit/box (5 cards inside) Marker Card, 1492-M5X5 1
Cleaner tissues 1492-PCMACLEANER Ser A, PN-505642 2
ClearMark Advanced II Printer Quick Start, publication
1492-QS007A 1
DVD with ClearTools™ Software and Documentation (user
manuals) 1
USB Cable 1
IMPORTANT The ink cartridges are supplied separately and are not installed in the
printer. The printer is flushed with fluid.
IMPORTANT Damage to property!
Do not use the printer near potential electromagnetic interference
fields, such as speakers or base stations of cordless phones. They can
negatively affect correct functionality of the printer.
Place the printer on a flat, stable surface. The printer does not operate
properly if it is tilted or at an angle.
Avoid locations where the printer is exposed to great fluctuations in
temperature and humidity, direct sunlight, strong exposure to light,
excessive heat, and high dust levels.
Avoid locations that are subject to impact shocks or vibrations. Avoid
transmission of vibrations.
IMPORTANT Observe the necessary operating and maintenance minimum distances.

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3. Ensure a sufficient supply of air around the printer, as shown in the following
illustration.
Extract the Output Tray To extract the output tray, complete the following steps:
1. Pull out the output tray (1) until it clicks into place.
2. Fold down the lifting units fully (in two locking steps).
Item Minimum Space Requirement
1 250 mm (9.84 in.)
2 203 mm (7.99 in.) output rail
3 100 mm (3.94 in.)
4 100 mm (3.94 in.)
5 100 mm (3.94 in.)
Item Device Dimensions
Lenght
(excluding
output tray)
930 mm (36.61 in.)
590 mm (23.23 in.)
454 mm (17.87 in.)
Width
Height

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Align the Touch Panel You can align the touch panel (1) in three positions to suit your preference.
In addition to moving the touch panel up, you can also turn it 90° to the left or right and then
let it click into place.
Connect the Printer to the PC Before you connect the printer to the PC, make sure that you observe the following warnings.
Create a Wired Connection
The printer can be connected to the PC via the USB cable. To connect the printer to the PC,
complete the following steps:
1. Connect the electric cable of the printer to a nearby electrical socket.
2. Place the cables so that there are no tripping hazards.
WARNING: Warning of electrical hazard!
• Make sure that the main voltage used corresponds to the main voltage
indicated on the printer's rating plate.
• Only connect the printer to a properly grounded and separately fused socket.
• Do not connect the printer to either a switch-operated or a timer-controlled
socket.
• When using an extension cable, make sure that the rated current value of the
printer does not exceed the ampere rating of the extension cable.
• When connecting the printer to the power supply, make sure that the building
installation is protected with an appropriate fuse.
• Make sure that the power cable is not damaged.
• Leave the power cable in its original condition.
• Do not place any objects on the power cable.
• Make sure that there are no kinks or bending points along the cable.
• Do not pull the plug out of the socket by the cable.
IMPORTANT Make sure that the socket is easily accessible, and make sure that the
plugs are fully inserted into the connection socket of the printer and the
electric socket.
IMPORTANT Do not connect the USB cable until you have installed the ClearTools
software.