Intermec PM43 tiešās termiskās/termiskās pārneses printera lietotāja rokasgrāmata

1. Ievads

The Intermec PM43 is a mid-range industrial label printer designed for reliable performance and ease of use. This printer supports both direct thermal and thermal transfer printing methods, making it versatile for various labeling applications. It features a user-friendly interface, available with either a color touch-screen or universal icons, to simplify operation and reduce training requirements. This manual provides essential information for setting up, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting your PM43 printer.

1. attēls. Priekšpuse view of the Intermec PM43 printer, showing the control panel and media output slot.

2. Iestatīšana

2.1 Izpakošana un novietošana

Carefully remove the printer from its packaging. Ensure all packing materials are removed. Place the printer on a stable, flat surface with adequate space around it for ventilation and access to ports and media loading areas.

2.2 Strāvas pieslēgšana

1. Ensure the printer's power switch is in the OFF (O) position.
2. Connect the power cord to the printer's AC inlet.
3. Pievienojiet otru strāvas vada galu iezemētai elektrības kontaktligzdai.

2.3 Savienojuma izveide ar resursdatora sistēmu

The PM43 printer supports USB and Ethernet connectivity.

• USB savienojums: Pievienojiet USB kabeli no printera USB porta pie pieejama datora USB porta.
• Ethernet savienojums: Pievienojiet Ethernet kabeli printera Ethernet portam tīkla maršrutētājam vai komutatoram.

Figure 2: Rear panel of the PM43 printer, illustrating the power inlet, power switch, USB ports, and Ethernet port.

2.4 Materiāla ielāde

The PM43 printer can use various media types, including labels, tags, and continuous media. For thermal transfer printing, a ribbon is also required.

1. Atveriet printera apdrukājamā materiāla vāku.
2. Place the roll of labels onto the media supply spindle, ensuring the labels feed from the bottom of the roll.
3. Thread the media through the guides and under the printhead assembly.
4. If using thermal transfer, load the ribbon onto the ribbon supply spindle and thread it according to the internal diagrams.
5. Aizveriet multivides vāku.

3. attēls: iekšējais view of the PM43 printer, highlighting the media and ribbon loading mechanisms.

3. Lietošanas instrukcijas

3.1 Ieslēgšana/izslēgšana

• To power on, flip the power switch on the rear panel to the ON (I) position. The printer will perform a self-test.
• To power off, flip the power switch to the OFF (O) position.

3.2 Pamata drukāšana

Once the printer is connected and media is loaded, you can send print jobs from your host system. Ensure the correct printer drivers are installed on your computer.

1. Atveriet dokumentu vai lietojumprogrammu, no kuras vēlaties drukāt.
2. Select the Intermec PM43 printer from the print dialog.
3. Adjust print settings (e.g., label size, print density) as needed.
4. Sāciet drukas darbu.

3.3 Using the User Interface

The PM43 features either a color touch-screen or a universal-icon interface for direct control and configuration. Navigate through menus to adjust settings such as media calibration, network configuration, and printer status.

4. Apkope

4.1 Drukas galviņas tīrīšana

Regular cleaning of the printhead is crucial for maintaining print quality and extending the printhead's lifespan. Use a lint-free cloth or a printhead cleaning pen with isopropyl alcohol.

1. Power off the printer and disconnect the power cord.
2. Atveriet multivides vāku.
3. Gently wipe the printhead element from the center outwards.
4. Allow the printhead to dry completely before closing the cover and powering on the printer.

4.2 Materiāla un lentes nomaiņa

Replace media rolls and thermal transfer ribbons as they run out. Refer to section 2.4 for loading instructions. Always ensure the correct media and ribbon types are used for optimal performance.

5. Traucējummeklēšana

This section addresses common issues you might encounter with your PM43 printer.

5.1 Slikta drukas kvalitāte

• Faded or incomplete print: Clean the printhead (see section 4.1). Ensure the ribbon (if thermal transfer) is correctly loaded and not depleted. Adjust print density settings.
• Smudged print: Verify media type is compatible. Ensure printhead pressure is correctly set.

5.2 Media Jams

• Izslēdziet printeri.
• Open the media cover and carefully remove any jammed media.
• Ensure media is loaded correctly and guides are properly adjusted.
• Close the cover and power on.

5.3 Savienojamības problēmas

• Printer not detected: Check all cable connections (USB/Ethernet). Restart the printer and host system. Verify driver installation.
• Tīkla problēmas: Confirm network cable is connected. Check network settings on the printer and host system.

6. Specifikācijas

The following table outlines the key technical specifications for the Intermec PM43 printer.

Figure 4: Regulatory and compliance labels found on the Intermec PM43 printer.

7. Informācija par garantiju

The Intermec PM43 printer is covered by a limited warranty. For specific terms and conditions, please refer to the warranty documentation included with your product or visit the official Intermec support webvietne.

8. Atbalsts

For further assistance, technical support, or to download the latest drivers and firmware, please visit the official Intermec support website or contact your authorized Intermec dealer. Ensure you have your printer's model number (PM43A01000000201) and serial number available when seeking support.