UEi IRP-2 User manual

Infrared Printer
IRP-2
Infrared Printer

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The IRP-2 is a portable printer using thermal paper that links to other
UEi products using an infrared link. It incorporates an ‘easy load’ paper
facility and allows NiMh batteries to be recharged in situ.
OPERATING THE PRINTER
BUTTON LAYOUT AND FUNCTIONS
Fig 1:
Fig 2:
ON / OFF
DARKEN CONTRAST
PAPER FEED
LIGHTEN CONTRAST
DC 5V
USB CHARGING
CABLE INPUT
The IRP-2 is a portable printer using thermal paper that links to other UEi products using
an infrared link. It incorporates an ‘easy load’ paper facility and allows NiMh batteries to
be recharged in situ.
OPERATINGTHE PRINTER
BUTTON LAYOUT AND FUNCTIONS
Page 2
The IRP-2 is a portable printer using thermal paper that links to other
UEi products using an infrared link. It incorporates an ‘easy load’ paper
facility and allows NiMh batteries to be recharged in situ.
OPERATING THE PRINTER
BUTTON LAYOUT AND FUNCTIONS
Fig 1:
Fig 2:
ON / OFF
DARKEN CONTRAST
PAPER FEED LIGHTEN CONTRAST
DC 5V
USB CHARGING
CABLE INPUT
Page 2
The IRP-2 is a portable printer using thermal paper that links to other
UEi products using an infrared link. It incorporates an ‘easy load’ paper
facility and allows NiMh batteries to be recharged in situ.
OPERATING THE PRINTER
BUTTON LAYOUT AND FUNCTIONS
Fig 1:
Fig 2:
ON / OFF
DARKEN CONTRAST
PAPER FEED LIGHTEN CONTRAST
DC 5V
USB CHARGING
CABLE INPUT
ON / OFF
PAPER FEED
USB CHARGING
CABLE INPUT
PAPER COVER
RELEASE LEVER
DARKEN CONTRAST
LIGHTEN CONTRAST
Fig 2
Fig 1
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The IRP-2 is a portable printer using thermal paper that links to other
UEi products using an infrared link. It incorporates an ‘easy load’ paper
facility and allows NiMh batteries to be recharged in situ.
OPERATING THE PRINTER
BUTTON LAYOUT AND FUNCTIONS
Fig 1:
Fig 2:
ON / OFF
DARKEN CONTRAST
PAPER FEED LIGHTEN CONTRAST
DC 5V
USB CHARGING
CABLE INPUT

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POWER SUPPLY
Power is supplied to the printer in the form of four AA Ni-MH batteries, which can be
re-charged by connecting the supplied USB lead (WIR00067) and battery charger
(PLU00066) to the IRP-2 USB charging socket. Fig 2. Four batteries are required. Types
cannot be mixed.
Note: The battery charger (PLU00066) cannot supply the full power requirement to the
IRP-2, the batteries must contain some charge before printing will be possible.
The battery charger supplied with the product is rated for indoor use only. Its voltage input
must be in the range 100 – 240 V AC at 50 – 60 Hz with a current capability of 0.2 A. The
chargers output voltage is 5V DC at a maximum of 1 A.
WARNING: Do NOT attempt to recharge non-rechargeable batteries as this can lead
to batteries leaking and over-heating.
WARNING: Do NOT use Alkaline AA batteries.
USINGTHE IRP-2
Switch the printer on using the power ON/OFF key as shown in fig 1, the status indicator
will become illuminated (RED LIGHT).
Note: The printer will automatically switch off after around 10 minutes of inactivity. To
reactivate, simply press the ON/OFF key. If the battery power falls to low, the current print
will be suspended and the status indicator (RED light) will flash 4 times, connect the pow-
er supply/charger to continue printing.
POSITIONINGTHE PRINTER AND INSTRUMENT
Ensure that there are no obstructions between the instrument emitter (at the top of the
instrument) and the IRP-2 receiver (By the status indicator).
Angle=0° Distance<=4.5m
Angle=45° Undefined (Horizontal)
Angle=90° Undefined (Vertical)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
SELFTEST
Power off the IRP-2, hold down the PAPER FEED key and press POWER ON/OFF key, the
output will be all the letters including the Latin format
PRINT CONTRAST
The contrast of the IRP-2 output can be adjusted both lighter and darker by pressing the
designated keys shown in fig 1.

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REPLACING THE PAPER ROLL
To replace the paper roll in the IRP-2, release the paper cover by pressing down the
release lever.
Remove the old paper roll core and insert the new roll so that it sits as follows :-
DC 5V
DC 5V
REPLACINGTHE PAPERROLL
To replace the paper roll in the IRP-2, release the paper cover by pressing down the
release lever.
Remove the old paper roll core and insert the new roll so that it sits as follows :-
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REPLACING THE PAPER ROLL
To replace the paper roll in the IRP-2, release the paper cover by pressing down the
release lever.
Remove the old paper roll core and insert the new roll so that it sits as follows :-
DC 5V
DC 5V
PAPER COVER
RELEASE LEVER

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Lay the free end of paper over the printer head, past the serrated paper cutter onto the body
of the front of the printer’s case. Now close the paper cover and gently press down until it
locks into place. Start the paper feed sequence to confirm that the paper has been correctly
loaded. Tear off the excess paper by pulling it against the paper cutter.
WARNING. Never pull the paper through the printer always use “paper feed”.
Note: if the ‘paper out’ warning light is still flashing (see below) switch the printer off and then
on again.
STATUS INDICATOR (RED LIGHT)
PAPER OUT
The IRP -2 will automatically detect when the paper has run out, the STATUS
INDICATOR will repeatedly flash.
LOW BATTERY
Low battery is indicated by the STATUS INDICATOR flashing three times.
Connect the AACA4 to the charging socket shown in Fig 2.
HEAD THERMAL LIMIT
In the event of extensive printing periods the temperature of the thermal head of the
IRP-2 may rise to an unusable level, if this occurs the STATUS INDICATOR will flash twice
and printing will be suspended until the temperature falls to an acceptable level.
DC 5V
Lay the free end of paper over the printer head, past the serrated paper cutter onto the
body of the front of the printer’s case. Now close the paper cover and gently press down
until it locks into place. Start the paper feed sequence to confirm that the paper has been
correctly loaded. Tear off the excess paper by pulling it against the paper cutter.
WARNING. Never pull the paper through the printer always use “paper feed”.
Note: if the ‘paper out’ warning light is still flashing (see below) switch the printer off and
then on again.
STATUS INDICATOR (RED LIGHT)
PAPER OUT
The IRP-2 will automatically detect when the paper has run out, the STATUS INDICATOR
will repeatedly flash.
LOW BATTERY
Low battery is indicated by the STATUS INDICATOR flashing three times. Connect the USB
lead (WIR00067) and battery charger (PLU00066) to the charging socket shown in Fig 2.
HEADTHERMAL LIMIT
In the event of extensive printing periods the temperature of the thermal head of the IRP-2
may rise to an unusable level, if this occurs the STATUS INDICATOR will flash twice and
printing will be suspended until the temperature falls to an acceptable level.

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CONTROLLING THE PRINT HEAD
If you turn the printer off whilst printing, the print head may stop in the middle of the line.
To return the print head to the left side of the paper, turn the printer on, then off.
MISSING OR MISFORMED CHARACTERS
The character will show on the print out if the printer has detected incorrect data due to
interference with, or interruption to, the stream of incoming information.
Common causes for this error include incorrect positioning of printer with reference to the
instrument (this can either be due to the distance or the angle of operation), obstruction of
the infrared signal or even interference from another infrared emitting source.
ENVIRONMENTAL LIMITS
The IRP-2 is designed for indoor use only.
Operating temperature: 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
Storage temperature: -4°F to 140°F (-20°C to 60°C)
Humidity: 5% to 95% relative at 104°F(40°C)non condensing
BATTERIES
This product is designed for only rechargeable NiMh AA batteries. Four batteries
are needed. Types cannot be mixed.
WARNING: Do NOT attempt to recharge non-rechargeable batteries as this can
lead to batteries leaking and over-heating.
WARNING: Do NOT use Alkaline AA batteries
The battery charger supplied with the product is rated for indoor use only. Its voltage
input must be in the range 100 – 240 V ac at 50 – 60 Hz with a current capability of 0.3 A.
The chargers output voltage is 9 V dc at a maximum of 0.66 A. The charger has no user
serviceable components.
Only a correctly specified and rated charger must be used with the product. part number
is USB lead (WIR00067) and battery charger (PLU00066).

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CLEANING
The outer case and protective boot (if applicable) can be cleaned using a damp cloth and
non abrasive detergent. After cleaning leave the product in a warm dry place until the
surfaces are completely dry. Under no circumstance use solvent or hydrocarbon based
products as they can cause serious damage to plastic and rubber.
SERVICING
This product contains no user serviceable parts.
SAFETY
This product has been tested for compliance with EN 61010-1:2010 (Safety requirements
for electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use.) and is certified to
be compliant.
END OF LIFE PRODUCT DISPOSAL
At the end of the product’s life it should be re-cycled in accordance with current
legislation and local guidelines.
BATTERY DISPOSAL
Always dispose of depleted batteries using approved disposal methods that protect the
environment.

ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY
European Council Directive 89/336/EEC requires electronic equipment not to generate
electromagnetic disturbances exceeding defined levels and have adequate immunity
levels for normal operation. Specific standards applicable to this printer are stated below.
As there are electrical products in use pre-dating this Directive, they may emit excess
electromagnetic radiation levels and, occasionally, it may be appropriate to check the
printer before use by:
Use the normal start up sequence in the location where the printer will be used.
Switch on all localized electrical equipment capable of causing interference.
Check all readings are as expected. A level of disturbance is acceptable
If not acceptable, adjust the printer’s position to minimize interference or switch
off, if possible, the offending equipment during your test.
At the time of writing this manual (May 2016) UEi Test Instruments is not aware of any field
based situation where such interference has occurred and this advice is only given to
satisfy the requirements of the Directive.
Please Note:
Batteries used in this instrument should be disposed of in accordance with current
legislation and local guidelines.
At the end of the product’s life it should be re-cycled in accordance with current
legislation and local guidelines.
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This product has been tested for compliance with the
following generic standards:
EN 61000-6-3 : 2011
EN 61000-6-1 : 2007
and is certified to be compliant
Specification EC/EMC/KI/KANE IRP-2/1
details the specific test configuration,
performance and conditions of use.
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