Valentin Compa II Series User manual

Compa II Series
OPERATING MANUAL
March 2012

Copyright by Carl Valentin GmbH / 7952005B.0312
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Table of contents
Table of contents.............................................................................. 3
1Important notes ..................................................................... 5
1.1 Intended use............................................................................ 5
1.2 Environmentally-friendly disposal............................................ 6
1.3 Assembly drawings.................................................................. 6
2Safety notes........................................................................... 9
2.1 Warnings ................................................................................. 9
2.2 Operating conditions.............................................................. 10
3Technical data...................................................................... 15
3.1 Control inputs and outputs .................................................... 18
3.2 Plug & Play............................................................................ 23
4Installation............................................................................ 25
4.1 Setting up the label printer .................................................... 25
4.2 Connecting the label printer .................................................. 26
4.3 Switching the label printer on and off.................................... 26
4.4 Initiation of the label printer ................................................... 27
5Loading media..................................................................... 29
5.1 Loading label roll ................................................................... 29
5.2 Removing wound roll............................................................. 35
5.3 Loading fanfold labels ........................................................... 36
5.4 Loading transfer ribbon ......................................................... 37
5.5 Setting feed path of transfer ribbon....................................... 38
5.6 Removing and/or installing rewind guide plate...................... 39
6Function menu..................................................................... 41
6.1 Operation panel..................................................................... 41
6.2 Menu structure....................................................................... 42
6.3 Print settings.......................................................................... 46
6.4 Label layout........................................................................... 47
6.5 Device settings...................................................................... 49
6.6 Network ................................................................................. 51
6.7 Remote console..................................................................... 51
6.8 Interface................................................................................. 52
6.9 Emulation............................................................................... 53
6.10 Date & Time........................................................................... 54
6.11 Service functions................................................................... 55
6.12 Main menu............................................................................. 57
7Options................................................................................. 59
7.1 Cutter..................................................................................... 59
7.2 Dispenser I/O......................................................................... 61
7.3 Label applicator ..................................................................... 63
7.4 WLAN.................................................................................... 68
8Compact Flash Card / USB Memory Stick ........................ 69
8.1 General Information............................................................... 69
8.2 Display Structure................................................................... 69
8.3 Navigation.............................................................................. 70
8.4 Firmware Update................................................................... 70
8.5 Filter....................................................................................... 71
8.6 Functions............................................................................... 71

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9Maintenance and cleaning.................................................. 77
9.1 General cleaning ................................................................... 78
9.2 Cleaning the printer roller...................................................... 78
9.3 Cleaning the printhead .......................................................... 78
9.4 Cleaning the label photocell .................................................. 79
9.5 Replacing the printhead ........................................................ 81
9.6 Replacing the print roller and rewind assist roller ................. 83
10 Error correction ................................................................... 85
11 Additional information........................................................ 95
11.1 Column printing ..................................................................... 95
11.2 Hotstart.................................................................................. 96
11.3 Password............................................................................... 98
11.4 Backfeed/Delay ................................................................... 100
11.5 Photocells............................................................................ 102
12 Index ................................................................................... 103

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1 Important notes
The label printer can be used in thermal as well as in thermal transfer
applications.
The label printer is equipped with 6 vector, 6 bitmap and 6
proportional fonts. It can be printed inverse, in italic format or 90
degrees turned fonts.
The handling of our durable label printer is easy and comfortable. The
printer settings are made with the keys of the foil keyboard. At each
time the graphic display shows the current status.
By the use of a 32 Bit processor and a large main memory of 16MB
also for large labels (6000 mm) a fast print is possible.
An enormously high print quality is obtained by most modern
printhead technology.
By a new-developed electronics a maximum print speed of up to 200
mm/s can be achieved.
As default, printers of this series are equipped with a parallel, serial,
USB and Ethernet interface. Additionaly, the label printer is equipped
with an USB Host that permits the connection of an external USB
keyboard and/or an USB memory stick. The label printer automatically
recognizes by which interface it is controlled.
Time-saving printer update is possible by interface.
Thanks to the large number of options the label printer can be
adapted to each task.
1.1 Intended use
The label printer is a state-of-the-art device which complies with the
recognized safety-related rules and regulations. Despite this, a danger
to life and limb of the user or third parties could arise and the label
printer or other property could be damaged while operating the device.
The label printer may only be used while in proper working order and
for the intended purpose. Users must be safe, aware of potential
dangers and must comply with the operating instructions. Faults, in
particular those which affect safety, must be remedied immediately.
The label printer is solely intended to print suitable media which have
been approved by the manufacturer. Any other or additional use is not
intended. The manufacturer/supplier is not liable for damage resulting
from misuse. Any misuse is at your own risk.
Intended used includes heeding the operating manual, including the
maintenance recommendations/regulations specified by the
manufacturer.

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1.2 Environmentally-friendly disposal
Manufacturers of B2B equipment are obliged to take back and
dispose of old equipment that was manufactured after 13 August
2005. As a principle, this old equipment may not be delivered to
communal collecting points. It may only be organised, used and
disposed of by the manufacturer. Valentin products accordingly
labelled can therefore be returned to Carl Valentin GmbH.
This way, you can be sure your old equipment will be disposed of
correctly.
Carl Valentin GmbH thereby fulfils all obligations regarding timely
disposal of old equipment and facilitates the smooth reselling of these
products. Please understand that we can only take back equipment
that is sent free of carriage charges.
Further information on the WEEE directive is available on our website.
1.3 Assembly drawings
Figure 1
1 = Label unwinding roll
2 = Label guiding
3 = Transfer ribbon unwinding roll
4 = Transfer ribbon rewinding roll
General view

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Figure 2
01 = Adjusting screw for transfer ribbon regulating shaft
02 = Transfer ribbon for regulating shaft
03 = Printhead lock
04 = Printhead
05 = Label material guiding
06 = Return pulley
07 = Printer roller
08 = Label photocell handhold
09 = Allan key
10 = Tear-off edge
Print mechanics

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Figure 3
1 = Switch On/Off
2 = Power supply
3 = Plug-in for CF card
4 = USB interface
5 = Serial interface RS-232
6 = Ethernet 10/100 interface
7 = USB host for USB keyboard and USB memory stick
8 = Parallel interface for Centronics
9 = External input/output (option)
Printer rear
6.1 - LED orange
6.1 - Lighting = Connection active
6.1 - Flashing = Data transfer
6.1 - Off = No connection
6.2 - LED green
6.2 - Lighting = Speed 100 MBit
6.2 - Off = Speed 10 MBit

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2 Safety notes
The printer is designed for power supply systems from 110-230 V.
Connect the label printer only to electrical outlets with a ground
contact.
Couple the label printer to devices using extra low voltage only.
Before making or undoing connections, switch off all devices involved
(computer, printer, accessories etc.).
Operate the label printer in a dry environment only and do not get it
wet (sprayed water, mist etc.).
If the label printer is operated with the cover open, ensure that
clothing, hair, jewellery and similar personal items do not contact the
exposed rotating parts.
The print unit can get hot during printing. Do not touch the printhead
during operation. Cool down the print unit before changing material,
removal or adjustment.
Carry out only the actions described in these operating instructions.
Any work beyond this may only be performed by the manufacturer or
upon agreement with the manufacturer.
Unauthorized interference with electronic modules or their software
can cause malfunctions.
Other unauthorized work or modifications to the direct print module
can endanger operational safety.
Always have service work done in a qualified workshop, where the
personnel have the technical knowledge and tools required to do the
necessary work.
There are warning stickers on the direct print modules that draw your
attention to dangers. Therefore the warning stickers are not to be
removed as then you and others cannot be aware of dangers and may
be injured.
DANGER!
Danger to life and limb from power supply!
⇒Do not open the casing.
2.1 Warnings
Warnings are presented with three signal words for the different levels
of danger.
DANGER identifies an extraordinarily great and immediate danger
which could lead to serious injury or even death.
WARNING identifies a possible danger would could lead to serious
bodily injury or even death if sufficient precautions are not taken.
CAUTION indicates a potentially dangerous situation which could lead
to moderate or light bodily injury or damage to property.

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2.2 Operating conditions
Before initial operation and during operation these operating
conditions have to be observed to guarantee save and interference-
free service of our printers.
Therefore please carefully read these operating conditions.
Shipment and storage of our printers are only allowed in original
packing.
Installation and initial operation of printer is only allowed if operating
conditions were fulfilled.
Initial operation, programming, operation, cleaning and service of our
printers are only recommended after careful study of our manuals.
Operation of printer is only allowed by especially trained persons.
NOTICE!
Perform trainings regularly.
Content of the training are chapter 2.2 (Operating conditions),
chapter 5 (Loading media) and chapter 9 (Maintenance and
cleaning).
These indications are also valid for someone else's equipment
supplied by us.
Only use original spare and exchange parts.
Please contact the manufacturer with respect to spare/wear parts.
CPU of printer is equipped with a lithium battery (type CR 2032) for
which the battery regulation is to apply. This regulation plans that
unloaded batteries have to be given to used battery collecting
containers of trade and public carries. In case that batteries were not
completely discharged you have to make arrangements for short-
circuits. At a shutdown of printer the battery has to be disposed in
either case separately from printer.
DANGER!
Danger of life by explosion!
⇒Use non-conducting tools.
The installation place of printer should be even, free of vibration and
currents of air are to be avoided.
The printers have to be installed to ensure optimal operation and
servicing.
Instructions for
lithium battery
Conditions for
installation place