User Manual

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en 08/2016 - AB
User Documentation Department

9, rue Gaspard Monge

B.P. 110
26501 Bourg-lès-Valence
Cedex - France
Tél. : +33 (0) 4 75 75 55 00
Fax : +33 (0) 4 75 82 98 10
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Général 7
■ Introduction 8
■ Update 8
■ The consumables, warranty and civil liability 8
■ Contact 8

Presentation of the printer 9

■ Overview 10
■ Print module 11
■ The head pressurization kit (option) and air filter kit 13
■ The positive air pump kit (optional) 14

Presentation of the operator interface 15

■ Description of the interface 16
Warning lights 20
The screen 21
■ Navigating in the menus 23
Using the Icons panel 23
Using the menus 25
Navigation help 26
Overview of the menus 28
Description of the main menus 29

Using the printer 31

■ Starting up the printer 32
Daily start-up 32
Star-up after a long shut-down 33
■ Shutting down the printer 34
Daily or short shut-down (shut-down for less than 3 days) 34
Long shut-down 35

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■ Starting/Stopping the jet(s) 37

Starting the jet(s) 37
Stopping the jet(s) 37
■ Initializing/Configuring the printer 38
Choosing the dialogue language 38
Initializing the date and hour 38
Configuring the ink parameters 40
Configuring the parameters of the print head 41
Configuring the serial communication link 42
Locking access 43
■ Viewing the printer parameters 44
Viewing the operating parameters 44
Viewing the programming parameters 47
■ Exchanging data 49
Connecting the USB key 49
Formatting the USB key 49
Exchanging messages 50
Exchanging fonts 51

Editing a message 53
■ Selecting a message 54
Selecting a message from the library 54
■ Creating a message 55
■ Modifying a message 56
Modifying the message in production 56
Modifying a message 56
■ Printing a message 57
Make a test print 57
■ Managing the message 58
Saving a message 58
Closing a message 58
Transferring a message to print 59
Deleting a message 59
■ Specifying the print parameters 60
Specifying the parameters of a message 60
Specifying the print resolution 64

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■ Specifying the characteristics of the characters 65

Selecting a font 65
Using tabulation 66
Bolderizing a character 68
■ Using the date and hour 69
Setting the date and hour parameters 69
Composing and inserting the date 70
Composing and inserting the hour 71
■ Using a counter 72
Setting the parameters of a counter 72
Inserting a counter 74
Viewing and initializing counters 75
■ Using a postdate 76
Setting the parameters for a postdate 76
Composing and inserting a postdate 78
■ Using a shift code 79
Setting the parameters of a shift code 79
Inserting a shift code 81
■ Using the autodating table 82
Setting the parameters of an autodating item 82
Composing and inserting an autodating item 84
■ Using external variables 85
■ Using a barcode (option) 86
Setting the barcode parameters 86
Composing and inserting the barcode 89
Barcode Characteristics 90
■ Using symbols 95
Selecting a symbol 95
Creating a symbol 96
Saving a symbol 101
Closing a font 101
Deleting a symbol or font 101
Modifying a symbol 102
Editing Chinese symbols 103
■ Example of programming messages 105

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Servicing 113
■ Cleaning the head 114
■ Protect the head 117
■ Correctly starting the jets 118

Maintenance 121
■ Maintenance menus 122
Using the desktop icons 122
Description of icons 122
Description of the maintenance icons 123
Overview of the Maintenance menu 123
■ Maintenance management 124
Viewing the maintenance data 124
View the information on module M6’ 126
Recording a maintenance operation 127
Exporting the Log File 128
■ Overriding cover and drain faults 130
■ Adjusting the jet 130
Preliminary operation 130
Adjusting the break off point setting 131
■ Draining/Cleaning the printer 133
Draining the printer 133
Cleaning the printer 134
■ Replacing filters 135
Replacing the air inlet filter 135
Replacing the air outlet filter 137
Replacing the pressurization air filter 139
Replacement of the module M6’ 140
Inserting the new module M6’ 143
■ Testing the electrovalves 145
■ Clean the recovery pump, the pressure
solenoid valves and the ink pump 145

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Alarms and faults 147

■ Viewing a fault or an alarm 148
Viewing the list of faults 149
Table of faults and alarms 150
■ Preliminary checks 152
External appearance 152
Check the operating parameters 152
■ Trouble-Shooting 153
Introduction 153
Example of a diagnostic 153
When using the printer 154
While the printer is operating 155

Technical Specifications 159

Physical description 160
Different functions 160
Power sources 160
Protection indices 160
Limits of use 161
Installation conditions 161
Storage temperature 161
Characteristics 162
List of fonts 163
List of algorithms 166
Overall dimensions 167

External connections 169

■ Location of sockets and external
accessory connections 170
■ Connection of optional accessories 171
Procedure 171
Alarm and fault outputs for the alarm warning light 173

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 Général

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General

■ Introduction
Thank you for choosing a Markem-Imaje product to meet your marking and encoding
requirements.
With its architecture, this printer can cover several configurations. An optimized design,
great start-up/shut-down quality and easy maintenance give you a printer that is easy to
install, easy to use and easy to service.

■ Update
The information provided in this document cannot be considered as being contractual.
Markem-Imaje reserves the right to modify the characteristics given in this document,
including the text and illustrations, without notice. The content of this document must not
be copied, in full or in part, without the permission of Markem-Imaje.

■ The consumables, warranty and civil liability

Our consumables have been specially designed to function with Markem-Imaje printers
and to give the best results in terms of ease of use and consumption.
The use of consumables other than those offered by Markem-Imaje will lead to the
hardware warranty becoming void and the non-admissibility of any claim made as to the
deterioration of performances which may lead to production shut-downs.

■ Contact
Please contact your nearest Markem-Imaje representative to attend to your needs.

9, rue Gaspard Monge

BP110
26501 Bourg-lès-Valence Cedex
FRANCE
Tel.: (33) 4 75 75 55 00
Fax: (33) 4 75 82 98 10
http://www.markem-imaje.com

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■ Overview

1 Housing 10 M12 connector: tachometer (encoder) input (blue)

2 M6’ module 11 Ethernet port (optional)
3 Addtitive cartridge 12 M12 connector: RS-232 outlet
4 Ink cartridge 13 M12 connector: photo detector outlet (black)
5 Operator interface 14 Mains connector
6 Air filter cover 15 Umbilical 3 meters
7 Identification label 16 Print head
8 Consumables access door 17 Head pressurization kit (option)
9 M12 connector: alarm warning light (yellow, optional) 18 Umbilical outlet

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■ Print module
The print module comprises the umbilical and the print head.
The type G, single jet head (standard characters: 2.8 pts/mm) can be used to print from
1 to 4 lines of characters depending on the fonts used.
The conduit is available in a 3-meter length.

1 Head head
2 Umbilical outlet

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The removable cover is opened and closed as shown in the figure below.

Opening and closing the head cover

Head with covers removed

1 Head cover
2 Protective cover
3 Modulation assembly
4 Umbilical
5 Back cover
6 Gasket
7 Charge electrode
8 Detection electrode
9 Drain gutter
10 Drain header
11 Deflection plates

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■ The head pressurization kit (option) and air filter kit

The head pressurization kit (1) is recommended when using the printer in a dusty or humid
atmosphere.
The supply of dry air maintains a constant hygrometry in the head, which guarantees the
proper operation of the printer and optimum print quality.
A filter kit (2.1 and 2.2) is also used to filter the ambient air for the cooling of the machine
(see, in the Maintenance section, the replacement of the air filter kit).
This kit is to be replaced annually if the printer is in daily use. (reference to the spare parts
catalog).

1 Head pressurization kit (option)

2.1 Air filter (input)
2.2 Air filter (output)
3 Protective cover

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■ The positive air pump kit (optional)

The positive air pump kit performs the same function as the head pressurization kit. It is
used when it is not possible to connect to a compressed air network.

1 Positive air pump kit (reference in Spare parts catalog)

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the operator
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■ Description of the interface




: user
: navigation
: function and editing

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■ User keys

On/Off.

Pressing this button allows for performing one or more test

print(s).

 This key is for viewing the printer parameters. It can also be

used for viewing and acknowledging faults or alarms signaled
by the printer.

■ Navigation keys

This key is used to validate a choice, menu and save the

operations in progress.

 This key is used to:

□ return to the previous menu.
□ go to the icons panel and back from the main menu.
□ abandon the entering of a value or exit the parameters
modification, without taking into account the modified values.

In Message Editing, this key is used to insert tabulations and

move from character mode to bit mode and back.
This key is also used to make selections or choices in the
various dialog boxes.

 These navigation arrows are used to move around in a dialog

box and move the cursor.

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■ Function keys

Functions F1 to F8 linked to keys to are only active when you are in the icons
panel.
Pressing these keys gives you fast access to some of the printer’s functions. For more
detail, see the chapter on “Navigating in the menus”.

■ Editing keys
These keys comprise the Latin alphabet and punctuation, special characters, numbers and
the following keys:

This key is used to delete an item (character, tabulation or

variable) pointed at with the cursor in overwrite mode.
In insertion mode, it is the item on the right of the cursor that is
deleted.

 This key is used to validate a choice, menu and save the

operations in progress.

This key is used for choosing between upper case and lower
 case in the Latin alphabet. In upper case, a pictogram appears
at the bottom right of the screen: ⇑.

 This key is used to:

□ in message editing, return to the start of the message from
any position.
□ reach the first item in a list (e.g.: library, font, etc.).
□ reach the first field in a dialog box.

 Pressing these keys simultaneously allows for:

□ in message editing, going to the end of the message from
+ any position.
□ reaching the last item on a list (e.g.: library, font, etc.).
□ reaching the last field in a dialog box.

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In Message editing, this key is for choosing the mode:

□ Insertion: the cursor becomes vertical and
modifications are inserted in the message without
overwriting the content.
e.g. TE│ST
□ Overwriting: the cursor becomes horizontal and the
content of the message is modified by deleting the
characters pointed at by the cursor.
e.g. TEST

 Pressing this key simultaneously with a key with several

characters allows for inserting the purple character on
the top into the message.

Example: + =ķ

 These keys allow for adjusting the contrast of the

display.




 This key is for inserting an empty space in the font

chosen in Message editing mode.
This key is also used to make selections/deselections or
(space bar) choices in the various dialog boxes you encounter while
using the printer.

 Pressing this key simultaneously with a key with several

characters gives access to the white character on the
bottom.

Example: + =ö

 This key is used in particular cases simultaneously with

other keys.

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Pressing and holding this key when editing in lower case

allows for switching to writing in upper case and back.
+

Pressing these keys simultaneously allows for moving a page

at a time towards the end of the message library list.
+

 Pressing these keys simultaneously allows for moving a page

at a time towards the start of the message library list.

Warning lights

This green warning light is lit when the printer is switched on.

This warning light lets you know the jet status:

□ flashing green warning light : jet switched on not ready or
faulty
□ steady green warning light : jet ready for printing
□ orange warning light : jet printing
□ blank warning light : jet stopped

This red warning light:

□ flashes to signal an alarm,
□ is steadily lit to signal a fault.

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The screen

This is in the form of a 240 X 128 pixel graphic WYSIWYG screen.

It is made up of various zones:

■ Main menus

1 Functions or commands
3 4 5 6
2 Sub-menu
3 Ink circuit status
7
4 Menu name
5 Message heading
2 6 Message number
7 Title zone
1 8 Editing zone
8
9 Description zone
10 Help zone

9
10

■ Icons panel

1 Date
1 2
2 Hour
3 Icon display zone

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 Title zone
This zone displays:
□ The status of the ink circuit: ON, OFF, MAIN (maintenance), O/S (out of service) or
sometimes, in some operations, the progress of sequences (e.g. n/7 for a start-up).
□ The name of the menu you are in (except for ideographic languages).
□ The message heading and number:
. in production in the Production menu or the icons panel,
. when editing in the Message editing menu.
□ The date and time (only in the icons panel).

 Editing zone (or work zone)

At the top of this zone, a bar shows all the sub-menus available in the menu selected. This
bar remains permanently in view. A functions or commands box appears under each sub-
menu when it is validated.
The choice and validation of a function or command is then possible and the box
disappears from the screen leaving the work zone.

NOTE - The sub-menus and functions cannot be accessed when they

appear in dotted lines.
- The sub-menu and function selected appear in white on a
blue background.

 Description zone
This zone describes the function or checked command. There is no description zone for
ideographic languages.

 Help zone
This zone describes the operations to be performed.
It also describes the items making up a message in the Message editing menu: Font,
Autodating, tabulation, barcode (option), etc.
It displays pictograms:

: upper case for the Latin alphabet.

: tabulation mode.

 Icon display zone

Only for the icons panel.

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■ Navigating in the menus

Using the Icons panel

The panel made up of icons allows rapid access to printer some functions. It can be

accessed directly when the printer is started up or by pressing the key in the main
menu.

■ Activating an icon
An icon is activated by either:
□ pressing the function key “F” corresponding to the number next to the icon.

Example: the icon is activated by pressing the key F4:  .

□ positioning it above with the navigation arrows then validating it with the key.

The icons F6 and F7 can take on a different appearance depending on the status of the
machine:
□ for an alarm or a consumable fault: flashing icon.
□ change in appearance according to the cartridge level.

NOTE On start-up, the icon is selected by default.

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■ Description of the icons

Selecting a message.
This is a short-cut to the function
Production/Message/Select message.

Creating a new message.

This is a short-cut to the function
Message editing/Message/New.

Modifying the message in production.

Access to the parameters of the message in production.

Viewing and initialization of the counters.

This is a short-cut to the function
Production/Message/Display/init counters.

Ink cartridge level indicator and ink reference display. The icon’s
appearance changes according to the level (6 statuses).
Make-up cartridge level indicator and make-up reference display. The
icon’s appearance changes according to the level (6 statuses).

Access the maintenance functions.

Access the production functions.

This is a short-cut to the function

NOTE For a description of the maintenance icons, see Maintenance

section.

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Using the menus

The main menu is the top level of the tree. It is broken down into four main menus:
□ Production
□ Message editing
□ Printer preparation
□ Symbol editing

It can be accessed by pressing the key in the icons panel. Pressing this key again
returns you to the icons panel.

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Navigation help

■ Moving from the icons panel to the menu

■ Navigating in the menus

To choose To exit

; (Icons panel)

■ Navigating in the sub-menus

To choose To exit

; Choice of menus

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■ Modifying a field
To choose To exit

; Choice of
sub-menus

X2

To modify

; ; or

* Where a box has to be checked, pressing the key changes the status of the box.

■ Navigating in the functions

To choose To exit

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Overview of the menus

Production
Printer Message Status Maint.
Jet start Select message (F1) Jet maintenance (F8)
Jet stop Display/init counters (F5) maintenance
Manual print ElValves test
General Services
Fault override

Message editing
Message Font Variables Parameters
New (F2) Select font Counter Message
Open Select symbols Hour Counter
Save Bolderization Date Postdate
Save as Tabulation Autodating table
Load printer Barcode Postdate
Delete PinYin selection Shift code
Close External

Printer preparation
Initialization Options Access codes
Message Machine options
Printer Totalizer
USB transfer
Algorithms
Jet alignment

Symbol editing
Symbol Size
New Symbol size
Open
Save
Save as
Delete
Close

(Fn): These functions provide rapid access from the icons panel.

NOTE Upper case letters in the menus, sub-menus and commands

designate hot keys, which allow them to be accessed directly;
e.g. "O" for Open.

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Description of the main menus

Production: This menu contains all the functions needed for daily use and maintenance of
the printer.

Printer: starts or stops the printer and starts or stops the jets. It also allows for
making a test print.
Message: for selecting messages and viewing and initializing message counters.
Status: for viewing the machine status and its operating parameters in real time.
Maint: has all the printer maintenance functions.
It also allows for checking the background of faults and module changes as well as
the software version.

Message editing: This menu contains all the functions needed for creating, modifying and
setting the parameters of messages.

Message: provides access to the message management functions.

Font: contains all the functions for specifying the shape and type of characters.
Variables: allows for inserting variable items in your message.
Parameters: allows for programming the parameters of the variables as well as the
parameters of the message that adapts the printer at the installation to the
production location.

Printer preparation: This menu contains all the functions needed for initializing the printer
when it is first put into service ; it allows for viewing some of the printer’s parameters and
for programming an access code.

Initialization: This sub-menu allows for configuring the printer, i.e. as well as the
message parameters, the language, the autodating or even the type of ink. It also
allows for exchanging data using the PCMCIA or Compact Flash card.
Options: allows for viewing the functions available as well as the software version.
Access code: allows for programming an access code to protect access to certain
menus.

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Symbol editing: This menu contains all the functions and commands needed for creating
and modifying symbols, logos and drawings.

Symbol: provides access to the symbol management functions.

Size: provides access to the symbols size modification function.

NOTE Access to some menus can be protected with an access code.

For more details, see the chapter on “Initializing/Configuring
the printer”.

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■ Starting up the printer

Daily start-up

The printer is switched on when the light is lit. The ink circuit is off but all
programming operations can be accessed via the menus. The icon desktop appears on
the printer.

To start up, press the key. (or select the command

Production/Printer/Start-up printer)
The printer starts after confirmation. Wait about 2 min 30 s. The start-up sequence is
displayed at the top left of the screen (n/7).

When the machine is ready, the jet light is lit steadily. ON appears at the top left
of the screen.

To access the main menu, press :

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■ Automatic start-up

Start-up can be performed automatically when it is switched on without pressing the

key, by checking the command
Printer preparation/initialization/Printer/Miscellaneous/Auto. Start

Star-up after a long shut-down

If the printer has been shut down for more than three weeks:

1. Remove the front

cover from the head and
then the rubber
protector.

2. Replace an ink
cartridge and make-up
cartridge.

3. Connect to the mains

supply.

4. After pressing the key, the printer starts up.

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■ Shutting down the printer

Daily or short shut-down (shut-down for less than 3 days)

1. Press the key.

2. Press the F1 : key

The shut-down sequence is displayed at the top left of the screen (n/4).
The printer shuts off after 2 min, OFF appears at the top left of the screen.

The printer is still on; the ink circuit is off but all programming operations can be accessed
via the menus.
3. Disconnect the mains connector if necessary.

ATTENTION For daily use and/or in harsh environmental conditions (high ambient
temperature), flush the head regularly (see chapter
Servicing/Cleaning the head).

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Long shut-down

■ Shut-down lasting between 3 days and 21 days

1. Press the key.

2. Press the F1 : key

The shut-down sequence is displayed at the top left of the screen (n/4).
The printer shuts off after 2 min, OFF appears at the top left of the screen.

3. Disconnect the mains connector.

4. Position the head on its maintenance support.
5. Clean the head (see Servicing section).
6. Carry out the head protection operation (see Servicing section).

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■ Shut-down greater than 3 weeks.

1. Position the head on its maintenance support.
2. Clean the printer:
Production/Maint./maintenance/Clean ink circuit
The cleaning procedure is described in the Chapter on “Draining/Cleaning the printer” in
the Maintenance section.

3. Press the key.

4. Wait for the printer to shut down, and then switch it off by unplugging the mains supply
plug.
5. Remove the ink and make-up cartridges.
6. Clean the head (see Servicing section).
7. Carry out the head protection operation (see Maintenance section, Protecting the
head).

ATTENTION During a long-term shut-down, carry out full cleaning every two
months.

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■ Starting/Stopping the jet(s)

Starting the jet(s)

Production/Printer/Jet start

/Jet start (Production/Maint./Jet maintenance/Jet start).

Selecting this function starts the jets.

During start-up the light flashes green. When the jets are ready, it is lit steadily.

REMINDER When the printer starts up, the jets start up automatically.

Stopping the jet(s)

Production/Printer/Jet stop

/Jet stop (Production/Maint./Jet maintenance/Jet stop ).

Selecting this function stops the jets.

Once the jets are stopped, the light goes out.

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■ Initializing/Configuring the printer

All these functions allow for initializing the printer when it is first used or changing its
configuration while it is used.

Choosing the dialogue language

Printer preparation/Initialization/Printer/Language
A dialog box allows you to choose the user language for the Operator Interface.

Initializing the date and hour

Printer preparation/Initialization/Printer/Date/hour

This dialog box allows for setting the printer date and time.
□ Mode: the mode displays the time – AM, PM or 24.
□ Shift: the date change hour common to all the postdates can be
shifted by ± 23 H 59 min.
The shift also applies to the "Day of the year" field of the Message
editing/Variables/Date function.

NOTE For more details on the date and hour items, see Chapter
“Using the date and hour” in the “Message editing” Section

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■ Using the Hijri calendar

Setting the calendar parameters
Printer preparation/Initialization/Message/Hijri calendar & Year

Press key then enter the Hijri year. Press the key to access the parameters
screen:

Using the navigation arrows and the key, enter the date values for each month of
the year n and n+1, then validate.

ATTENTION The current date must be between date 01 of the year and
date 12 of the year + 1.

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Selecting the calendar

Message editing/Parameters/Message/Hijri calendar
Check this function  to move to Hijri calendar mode. The dates and postdates will be
displayed and prints using the Hijri calendar. Otherwise, the printer is in Julian calendar
mode.

Configuring the ink parameters

■ Ink type
Printer preparation/Initialization/Printer/Ink type

Your printer recognizes the type of ink used. The type of ink is then displayed.

ATTENTION Do not change these settings as the proper functioning of the

printer might be disrupted.
Use only Markem-Imaje ink cartridges.

■ Autocalibration
Printer preparation/Initialization/Printer/Autocalibration
As the printer can operate with different inks, in different positions or places, it is
necessary to enter certain parameters (ink, difference in head level, etc.). This
"autocalibration" function allows the validation of these parameters.

ATTENTION This function is only used by the Markem-Imaje technician

when installing the printer or if the post-sales service is
involved.

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Configuring the parameters of the print head

■ Head level
Printer preparation/Initialization/Printer/Head level
The dialog box allows for programming the actual head level between the head (line of the
head) and the ink circuit (bottom of the console) on the production site.
This value varies between –1.5 m and 2 m, in 0.5 m steps. It is negative if the head is
lower than the printer and positive if the head is higher.

ATTENTION Consider changing the value of the head level, if necessary, if

the head is moved from its operating position for a long period.

■ Head/object distance
Printer preparation/Initialization/Message/miscellaneous/Head/obj. distance
The head/object distance (d) is10 or 30 mm.
This distance depends on the maximum print speed (algorithms). You can consult the list
of algorithms in the “Technical specifications” section.

NOTE The physical head/object distance should be adjusted

depending on the ink used in accordance with the instructions
in the ink technical sheet.

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Configuring the serial communication link

Printer preparation/Initialization/Printer/Communication

This dialog box allows for configuring the parameters of the serial communication link:
□ Format: 8 w/o parity 1 stop, 8 w/o parity 2 stops or 8 even parity 1 stop.
□ Speed: 150, 300, 600, 1200, 1800, 2400, 3600, 4800, 7200, 9600, 19200, 38400
bauds.

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Locking access

Printer preparation/Access codes

This function allows for programming an access code to protect access to the menus.

Press the key to enter the Access codes field. Enter a code of 1 to 3 characters,
Then validate. Check the menus you wish to protect.
To delete a code, enter three "spaces" in place of the code. If no code is entered, the
menus in this window appear in dotted outlines.
When a code is entered, the Preparation menu is checked automatically by the printer
and appears in dotted outlines.

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■ Viewing the printer parameters

Several functions allow for checking the different printer parameters.

Viewing the operating parameters

■ Viewing the ink circuit parameters

Production/Status

For fast access, press the key.

On this sub-menu, you can view the status of the machine and its operating parameters in
real time:
□ Ink Circuit Status
indicates whether or not the ink circuit is in service.
□ Jet Status
indicates whether or not the jet is in service to print.
□ RefP
indicates the set pressure of the ink circuit.
□ AccP
indicates the actual pressure of the ink circuit.
□ T°C
indicates the printer’s operating temperature.
□ Jet speed
indicates the speed of jet.
If everything is functioning correctly the message “No faults” is displayed.
□ Vmot
indicates the motor speed (expressed in Volts).
□ Niveau
indicates the ink level (low, high or normal).

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■ Viewing the consumables level

In the icon panel, the icons (ink and make-up) allow for directly viewing the level of
each cartridge.

In fact, each of the icons can show 6 different states depending on the cartridge status:
Ink cartridge example:

100% 75% 50% 25% Low Cartridge empty

(Alarm) (Alarm)

Activating the icons allows for viewing:

□ a more accurate ink or make-up level remaining in the cartridge,
□ the references of the ink or make-up used.

When a “low level” or “empty cartridge” alarm appears, the corresponding icon
flashes.

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■ Viewing the number of prints

Print preparation/Options/Totalizer

This command allows for viewing a counter which shows the total number of prints made
by the printer since it was first started.
It increments one unit each time a message is printed, whatever set off is used.
Once the final value (999999999) has been reached, it automatically returns to 0.
It cannot be re-set to 0.

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Viewing the programming parameters

■ Viewing the software versions

Production/Maint./General Services/Software version

■ Viewing the available algorithms

Print preparation/Initialization/Algorithms

This dialog box shows a list of the different algorithms available, together with their
characteristics:
□ No: algorithm number
□ Pts: font height (in number of drops)
□ Spd.: Maximum print speed
□ Dist: head/object distance (mm)
□ Name: algorithm name
The figure at the top right of the screen shows the page number displayed by the list.

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■ Viewing the machine options

Print preparation/Options/Machine options

This dialog box shows the printer’s hardware configuration and main software operations.

NOTE The number of messages or logos indicated is the maximum

value. The actual number is variable and depends on the size
in bytes of the messages or logos.

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■ Exchanging data
This function allows for exchanging messages and fonts between the printer and a USB
key.

Connecting the USB key

To access the USB connector, open the door on the printer. The reader is located on the
left above the cartridge-holder (1).

To guarantee better data transfer, use a Markem-Imaje USB key (reference in the spare
parts catalog).

Formatting the USB key

Printer preparation/Initialization/USB transfer/Format USB

This function allows, after confirmation, for wiping and formatting the key.

ATTENTION All the data on the key will be erased.

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Exchanging messages

■ Backing up messages
Printer preparation/Initialization/USB transfer/Msg Printer→USB
This function makes a backup of the printer’s message library in a USB key. The
messages are saved in a directory then transferred.
Enter the name of the directory (maximum of 8 characters) then press enter.

ATTENTION Do not disconnect the USB key during data transfer. Check the
space available on the USB key before use.

■ Loading messages
Printer preparation/Initialization/USB transfer/Msg USB→Printer
This function allows for copying a message library from a USB key to the printer.
Select the library directory to be copied, and then press enter.

ATTENTION The printer’s library will be overwritten.

REMARQUE To export the log data, refer to the Maintenance section.

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Exchanging fonts

■ Loading fonts
Printer preparation/Initialization/USB transfer/Font USB→Printer
This command allows for selecting a *. S7S extension file from the card and loading it into
the printer. It contains one or more fonts together with the associated algorithms.
Loading an *. S7S file overwrites and replaces the fonts in the machine.
These files are produced by Graphic Center font editors.

■ Backing up fonts (customer fonts)

Printer preparation/Initialization/USB transfer/Font Printer→USB
This function backs up the printer fonts to a USB key. The (customer) fonts are saved to a
directory then transferred.
Enter the name of the directory (maximum of 8 characters) then press enter.

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■ Selecting a message
Selecting a message from the library

Production/Message/Select message

A dialog box shows you a list of all the messages in the printer’s memory.
A message can be selected either by its number, this is the "Number-Name" mode, or by
its name, this is the "Name-Number" mode.
The instructions at the bottom of the screen allows for accessing the mode change, choice
of message and specifies the different keys for moving around in the library.
Using the "Name-Number" selection mode, a message can be looked for using only a few
contiguous letters. The printer then displays a list based on these characters sorted into
alphanumeric order.
Using the "Number-Name" selection mode, you can go into the library or choose a
message by entering a three figure number in "choice".

Using the navigation arrows and the key, select the message you want to print. This
is automatically sent to production.

NOTE If you want to use a non-resident message, you must first load
it into the printer from the USB key. For more detail, see the
chapter on “Exchanging data”.

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■ Creating a message
Message Editing/Message/New

 .

Give your message a name. The name can be made up of eight alphanumeric characters.
After validation, a cursor appears in the bottom left of the work zone, on the lowest line of
your message. The sub-menus Font, Variables, Parameters can now be accessed.

Set the parameters and compose your message using all the functions in the Message
Editing menu.
Once the message is created, to be able to print it, it should be saved and closed. For
more details, see Chapter “Managing the message”.
A full example for creating a message is given in Chapter “Example of programming
messages”.

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■ Modifying a message
Modifying the message in production

In the icon panel, activating the icon allows for modifying the message in production.
You then directly enter the menu Message editing, and the cursor appears in the
message.

You can use all the functions in the Message editing menu to make modifications. Once
the message is saved, it is available for printing.

Modifying a message

Message editing/Message/Open
This command allows for modifying a message from the library once it has been selected.

REMINDER For any modification to be taken into account, it must be

saved.

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■ Printing a message
To print a message:

□ the jet(s) must be ready: the light is green and lit steadily.
□ the message must be in production.
When these two conditions are met, a speed measurement signal from the photocell
(TOP1 input) or the Tacho (Tacho input) triggers message printing.
The light is orange during printing.

Make a test print

Pressing the key or selecting the function

Production/Printer/Manual print
allows for setting off:
□ a test print in Object set off
□ printing until Repetitive set off is pressed again

NOTE For further detail on the Set Off and Speed measurement
parameters, see the chapter on “Specifying the print
parameters”.

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■ Managing the message

Saving a message

Message Editing/Message/Save
Once you have finished creating a message with all its parameters and variables, it must
be stored in the memory to be able to print it later if necessary; this is the role of the Save
command. After saving, your message is still open and shown on the screen; it should be
closed using the Close command.

Message Editing/Message/Save as
The Save as command allows for saving a new version of an existing message after any
kind of modification (content, font, variables or parameters):
□ Choose the starting message with Open.
□ Modify this message.
□ Choose Save as.
□ A dialog box appears with the name of the message.
□ Give a new name to the modified message (Latin alphabet mode only). The new
message title and number appears in the top right of the screen.
□ RESULT: the old message is still in the printer’s memory as is the newly created one.

NOTE The number chosen is the first available in library content

chronological order.

Closing a message

Message Editing/Message/Close
Once you have finished creating or modifying a message, you can close it to return to the
main menu principal or to make any other manipulation.
You cannot exit the Message Editing menu if any messages remain open. You must use
the Close command. If you have not already saved the message, a dialog box asks you if
you want to save it.

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Transferring a message to print

Message Editing/Message/Load printer

This command allows a message being edited to be transferred to the printer, to make a
test print for example. Printing corresponds to the message editing at the time of the
transfer. The message title active on the Operator Interface screen changes to *******.

NOTE The message is not saved in this particular case; if you close it
without saving, it will be lost.

This command allows for carrying out test printing while editing the message, but in no
case replaces the Select message function.

Deleting a message

Message Editing/Message/Delete
This command allows you to delete a message from your printer’s memory.

ATTENTION The deletion of a message cannot be reversed. Select the

message to be deleted from a dialog box in the library. In order
to eliminate any risk of error, it will ask you to confirm the
deletion of the selected message.

NOTE The active message cannot be deleted.

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■ Specifying the print parameters

Specifying the parameters of a message

Message editing/Parameters/Message

All the data that will adapt the message to the production site appears in this dialog box. It
allows for configuring the print characteristics specific to the message.

Activating the icon allows for modifying the parameters of the in production
message. Once the modification is saved, the modified message is available for printing.

■ Typical production line installation

1 Head head
2 Umbilical
3 Encoder (tachometer)
4 Encoder cable
5 Detector
6 Detector cable
7 Printer

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■ Head direction
The programming of this parameter depends on the installation of your printer on your
production line and on the result that you want to obtain in reading.
The printer offers you four configuration choices that correspond to your application.

NOTE In each case, to obtain a clearly readable message, reverse

the object movement direction.

■ Speed measurement
This function allows you to set the speed with a coder (Tacho):
□ Constant Speed
No speed measurement, the speed is presumed constant.
□ Tacho
You select this field if you wish to use a speed detector, also called a tacho or encoder,
which provides the speed information of the product in the printer.
In this case, you also have to specify the following field: Tacho division.

■ Tacho division
If the Tacho field is selected from the Speed measurement function, the Tacho division
field has to be specified. You enter a number to obtain the character width you want for
printing.

■ Setting the Tacho step

The process for configuring the production mode requires the Tacho step to be set
properly.
□ Theoretical Tacho step calculation
The "Tacho step" must be specified properly. The calculation depends on the system
installed (type of encoder and wheel diameter).
Examples :
Case MI encoder pulses (rpm) Wheel circumference (mm) Tacho step
1 5000 200 40 µm
2 5000 500 100 µm
3 2500 200 80 µm

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The process entails rotating the encoder by a number of complete revolutions (e.g.
5 complete revolutions) then measuring the distance traveled by the cable.
For example, if the cable travels 1000 mm in 5 complete revolutions of the encoder, the
Tacho step must theoretically be set to 40 μm.
Tacho step = 1000 mm / (5000 × 5) = 0.04 mm = 40 μm
By performing a number of complete revolutions, the risk of error is reduced and the
Tacho step can be set more accurately.

Useful formulas for setting the Tacho step depending on the configuration of
your production line:
Tacho perimeter (mm)
Tacho step (µm) = x 1000
Tacho resolution

1000
Number of Tacho steps for 1 mm =
Tacho step (mm)

Number of Tacho steps for 1 mm

Tacho Division = x2
Theoretical horizontal resolution

Number of Tacho for 1 mm

Actual horizontal resolution (points/mm) = x2
Tacho division (rounted to 00)

■ Object speed
In the case of a product run at a constant speed, you enter the speed value in millimeters
per second.
If you use tacho mode, you have to enter the value of the maximum speed of the product
run.
□ Overriding the print speed fault
Printer preparation/Initialization/Printer/miscellaneous/Prt spd fault ov.
This function is used to authorize (Authorized) or inhibit (Inhibited) alarm No. 40 “Out-of-
spec printing speed” or frame frequency.

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■ Set off
This function allows for choosing between the object mode, repetitive mode and multitop
mode:
□ Object
This mode corresponds to the printing of a single message per object.
Object mode options
Printer preparation/Initialization/Message/miscellaneous/Top object mode
Continue or Stop:
If the Top object mode is Stop, printing stops when the Top information is absent (even
if the message is not completely printed).
With the Top object mode Continue, printing of the message is completed, even if the
Top information disappears.
Printer preparation/Initialization/Printer/miscellaneous/Dtop filtering (uS)
Value from 200 μs to 9999 μs. This filtering corresponds to the minimum time that the
"TOP" object detection signal has to maintain to be taken into account by the printer.
Printer preparation/Initialization/Message/Miscellaneous/Dtop active edge
Rising or Falling: Choose whether the Dtop signal is active on the rising or falling
edge.
□ Repetitive
This mode corresponds to continuous printing while the object detector is activated.
□ Multitop
This mode corresponds to continuous printing of a number of specified messages for a
top object. The parameters for this number are set in the function
Printer preparation/Initialization/Printer/miscellaneous/Multitop nbr

■ Unit
This function allows for choosing the unit, millimeter or bit, for programming the functions
Forward margin, Return margin and Repetitive interval.

■ Forward margin
This parameter represents the space between the object detection point and the start of
printing (in the normal "message direction"). Value: from 3 to 4095.

■ Return margin
This parameter represents the space between the object detection point and the start of
printing (in the inverse "message direction"). Value: from 3 to 4095.

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■ Repetitive interval
This parameter represents the space between two printings in Repetitive and Multitop set
off.

IMPORTANT - The minimum interval value is 9 mm.

- The maximum interval value is 1400 mm.

■ Algorithm number
This function is used for selecting an algorithm number.
□ Algorithm number.
Select an algorithm number from the list then validate. If number 000 is selected, the
printer automatically chooses the appropriate algorithm.
Default algorithms
Printer preparation/Initialization/Message/Miscellaneous/Algo 1 to 4
These fields allow for entering 4 algorithm numbers that will be used by default.
You can consult the list of algorithms in the “Technical specifications” section.

■ Hijri calendar
This field activates the Hijri calendar. For more details, see Chapter
“Initializing/Configuring the printer » in this section.

■ Default message parameters


The default message parameters, common to all messages, are configured in
Printer preparation/Initialization/Message/General parameters
The dialog box is the same.

Specifying the print resolution

Printer preparation/Initialization/Message/miscellaneous/Horiz Resol.(1/10)/Vert.

Resol.(1/10)
offers the print resolution as well as being able to program the real run speed of the
support.
For a G head resolution: 2.8 pts/mm.

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■ Specifying the characteristics of the characters

These functions will allow you to choose the type, style and size of your characters or your
symbols.

Selecting a font

Message editing/Font/select Font

After validating a font, the cursor takes the height of the font selected.
The fonts correspond to the keyboard characters for Cyrillic, Arabic, Hebrew and the
languages that use the Latin alphabet. For the other languages (Thai, Korean, etc.), they
correspond to characters selected in the function
Message editing/Font/select Symbols
To find out all the fonts available in your printer, consult the “Technical specifications”
section.

ATTENTION Characters of a width greater than 80 bits cannot be displayed

in the viewing window.

NOTE If you wish to use a non-resident font (or a logo), you must first
load it into the printer from the USB key. For more details, see
Chapter “Exchanging data”.

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Using tabulation

Message editing/Font/Tabulation

This function allows for specifying a new blank area between two characters or symbols
different from the standard space of the font used.
In general, the space has the same width as a normal character, with this command you
can determine its width (1 to 255 points).
Tabulation is inserted in bit editing mode.

■ Choosing the editing mode

In Message editing, changing from bit mode to character mode and back is done by

pressing the key.

In bit mode, a pictogram appears at the bottom right .

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■ Bit mode

Pressing the key (space) inserts tabulations.

These tabulations are made up of a number of bits programmed in this function.

By placing the cursor in front of a tabulation, the help area shows you "tabulation x" with x
representing the number of bits in this tabulation.
Pressing the key allows for inserting bits one at a time and pressing the key allows
for deleting them.
Each time the key is pressed the cursor is shifted one point towards the top of the
message, and one point down using the key. The lines of the message do not
therefore have a set position as the following example demonstrates:

LINES POINT BY
POSITIONING OF POINT

The bit mode cannot be used with rapid multi-line algorithms.

■ In character mode
This is the normal editing mode.

Pressing the key (space) inserts spaces. Pressing on the arrows

moves the cursor character by character and line by line.

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Bolderizing a character

Message editing/Font/Bolderization
This function allows for the printing in bold the characters that you want to stand out in the
message, without changing their height.
You are offered a dialog box in which you program the bolderization coefficient needed
between 1 and 9, 9 being the thickest print (by default this coefficient is on 1). Then, all the
symbols chosen are written on the screen with the programmed bolderization (what you
see on the screen is what you get printed).

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■ Using the date and hour

To print the date and hour in a message, there are parameters that must first be set, then
they must be composed and lastly, inserted in a message.

Setting the date and hour parameters

■ Entering the date and hour

Printer preparation/Initialization/Printer/Date/hour
The printer’s date and hour are set in principle when the printer is installed.
For more details see Chapter “Initializing/Configuring the printer”.

■ Configuring other autodating parameters

Printer preparation/Initialization/Message/Miscellaneous
Month language 1 and 2: allows for choosing the print language of the “Month of the year
(letter)” for the date and postdate 1. In this way, you can print this month in two different
languages in the same message.

First day of week: allows for choosing the first day of the week.
By default: day 1 corresponds to Sunday.

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Composing and inserting the date

Message editing/Variables/Date
This menu allows you to insert the calendar items in your message. A dialog box offers to
compose your "Date" variable using the following items:

The Entry line displays the date items as they are programmed. Once the date is

composed, pressing the key inserts it in the message where the cursor is positioned.

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Composing and inserting the hour

Message editing/Variables/Hour
This menu allows you to insert the hour items in your message.
A dialog box offers to compose your "autodating" variable using the Hours, Minutes,
Seconds and Separators (:/. ) fields, in any order you wish.
The Mode field displays AM, PM or a blank in 24 mode.

The Entry line displays the hour items as they are programmed.

Once the hour is composed, pressing the key inserts it in the message where the
cursor is positioned.

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■ Using a counter
To print a counter, the parameters must be set then inserted in the message.
It can also be viewed then reset to its starting value.
You can insert up to 2 different counters per message.

Setting the parameters of a counter

Message editing/Parameters/Counter

The dialog box allows you to select a counter. After making this choice, you can access
the counter parameters to modify them if need be:

■ Counter
Indicates the number of the counter selected.

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■ Base
For selecting the counter’s numbering base. Once the base is specified, the counter’s
Starting value and Final value are replaced in the values allowed by the base.
□ 10 (0-9): standard digital. Goes from 0 to 9.
□ 26 (A-Z): alphabetic. Goes from A to Z.
□ 36 (0-Z): alphanumeric. Goes from 0 to 9 then from A to Z.
□ 16 (0-F): hexadecimal. Goes from 0 to 9 then from A to F.
□ other: Selecting this line validates the First digit and Last digit fields. This allows for
specifying a chosen base, by entering a first and last numeration digit.
Example: For the values First digit: 4 and Last digit: J, the counter’s starting value will be
444444444, final value JJJJJJJJJ and the base 16.

■ First digit
This field is valid if the other line is selected from the Base field. Enter the first numbering
digit.

■ Last digit
This field is valid if the other line is selected from the Base field. Enter the last numbering
digit.

■ Starting value
This depends on the choice made from the Base field.

■ Final value
This depends on the choice made from the Base field – After printing this final value, the
counter loops back to the starting value.

NOTE To decrement a counter, the starting value has to be greater

than the final value.

■ Step counter
00 to 99 – this is the counter’s increment value.

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■ Batch counter
0000 to 9999 – This is the object number in the batch. The counter increments when this
value is reached.

■ Progression mode
Inactive Fixed counter
the counter is incremented according to the information from the Top
Object
object input
Message the counter is incremented when the printer prints a message
Linked the counter is incremented according to the previous overflow.

■ Head zero printing

 (yes) or  (no).
Example: 00000123 with head zero,
123 without head zero

■ Reinit/top object
 (yes) or  (no) - in repetitive mode the counter is reset to its starting value with each
new piece of information in the "Dtop object" input.

■ Raz AUTO
 Return to the counter’s starting value when the message is no longer active.
 The counter keeps the last value printed when the message is no longer active.
The initial value can be returned to using the Operator Interface.

■ Default parameters
The default parameters, common to all messages, are configured in
Printer preparation/Initialization/Message/Counter
The dialog box is the same.

Inserting a counter

Message editing/Variables/Counter
This menu allows you to insert up to 2 counters in your message one or more times, each
with the option of linking them. The counter appears in the message in the form of its
starting value.

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Viewing and initializing counters

Production/Message/Display/init counters

.
This command allows you to view the value of the counters and reset them to their starting
values as needed.

Select the counter number from the groups offered, then validate.

When the counter value is displayed, you can insert its starting value by checking the

corresponding box using the key, then validate.

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■ Using a postdate
A postdate is a date deferred in relation to the current date.
To print a postdate, its parameters must first be set, then it is composed and lastly it is
inserted in the message.
You can insert up to 6 different postdates per message.

Setting the parameters for a postdate

Message editing/Parameters/Postdate

For each postdate, the dialog box allows you to enter the value of
□ Period: from 0 to 9999.
□ Unit: day, week or month.
The hour the date is changed common to all postdates can be modified in
Printer preparation/Initialization/Printer/Date/Hour

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■ Modulo
This parameter allows for coding the postdate: Postdate = Date + R
with R = Postdate period (in days) – (n x Modulo)

Example: 01 January 2014, an operator enters a postdate period of 1000 days, the
postdate value will vary according to the modulo chosen:

Modulo R Postdate
365 1000 – (2 x 365) = 270 27/09/14
600 1000 – (1 x 600) = 400 04/02/14
1000 * 1000 – (1 x 1000) = 0 01/01/14

* The value of the modulo must not exceed the value of the period.

This parameter is used for postdates greater than 365 days, it only affects the PostDay
year programmab. of postdate1 or the PostDay programmable for postdates 2 to 6.
The value of the Modulo can only be modified in
Printer preparation/Initialization/Message/Postdate
Its default value is 365 for postdate 1 and 1000 for postdates 2 to 6.

■ Default parameters
The default parameters, common to all messages, are configured in
Printer preparation/Initialization/Message/Postdate
The dialog box is the same.

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Composing and inserting a postdate

Message editing/Variables/Postdate
This menu allows you to insert the postdate items in your message.
A dialog box allows you to compose your "Postdate" variable using the following items:

■ Postdate 1

The figure indicates the postdate number.

Example: D1 signifies PostDay month of Postdate 1.

■ Postdate 2 to 6

Once the postdate is composed, pressing the key allows for inserting it in the
message at the point the cursor is positioned.

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■ Using a shift code

A shift code allows for printing a set of values contained in a circular list according to a
period for changing at a given value. The code is specified using a given time and day and
it is common to all messages.
To print a shift code, its parameters must first be set, and then it is inserted in the
message.
You can insert up to 3 shift codes of different types per message.

Setting the parameters of a shift code

Printer preparation/Initialization/Message/Shift code

This function is for entering the shift code parameter values common to all messages. This
value is not adjustable for each message.
Select a type of shift code from the 3 offered, then validate.

■ Shift code 1
This allows for printing information on cycled times over a period of one day.

□ Starting time - 00:00 – this is the starting time of shift.

□ Interval - 08:00 – this is the duration of shift.
□ Mode - AM or PM or 24 – this is the time display mode.

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■ Shift code 2
This allows for printing information on cycled times over a period greater than one day.

■ Shift code 3
This allows for programming the starting time (in AM, PM or 24 mode) and the interval for
each day of the week.
A copying function allows for allocating the parameters programmed for a day to all the
days in the week.

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Inserting a shift code

Message editing/Variable/shift code

Select a shift code from the 3 offered, then validate.

■ Shift code 1
A dialog box allows you to choose from three possible shift code displays:

Letter (-I-O): The letters I and O will not be used for composing the shift code.
Once your choice is validated, a character (alphabetic or numerical) appears in your
message at the point your cursor is positioned.

■ Shift codes 2 and 3

The characters used for printing shift codes 2 and 3 are entered in the autodating table in
the function
Printer preparation/Initialization/Message/Autodating table
See the chapter on “Using the autodating table”.

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■ Using the autodating table

This function allows for inserting all the time and date variables coded using the autodating
table.
To print an autodating item, its parameters must first be set and then it is inserted in the
message.

Setting the parameters of an autodating item

Printer preparation/Initialization/Message/Autodating table

This function allows for coding the time and date information in the form of a code of 1 to 3
alphanumeric characters.

NOTE In this autodating table, you can also encode shift codes 2
and 3.

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Example: Encoding the time

□ Field: 1/24 informs you that you are entering the code corresponding to the first hour.
Coding 24 fields corresponds to the 24 hours in a day.
□ Value: this is the field that you actually enter. In this case, it is the first (default value
000).
□ Ctrl R: copy: allows for allocating the value of a field to all the other fields in a table.

To do this, after entering the value of a field, press the + keys.

NOTE - The functions for viewing and editing autodating tables are
separate.
When you select a table, you can view the values of the
different fields using the navigation arrows keys.

To modify these values, use the 

key.
- If the size of the fields in a table is not uniform (1 to
3 characters), the code printed will be the size to the biggest
field.

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Composing and inserting an autodating item

Message editing/Variables/Autodating table

This menu allows you to insert the coded autodating items in your message. A dialog box
allows you to compose your "Autodating table" variable using the following items:

Pressing the key allows for inserting it in the message at the point the cursor is
positioned.

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■ Using external variables

Message editing/Variables/External
This function allows for reserving locations for variables information to be sent by
RS232/V24 external link inside a message (example: weight from scales or information
from a computer, from a bar code reader).
If no information is sent, these reserved locations will be represented in print by a symbol
chosen which is visible on the screen.
The dialog box allows you to specify the number of locations to be reserved and the
symbol to display.

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■ Using a barcode (option)

To edit a barcode its parameters must first be set, then it is set and lastly inserted in the
message.
You can insert up to 3 different barcodes per message.

Setting the barcode parameters

Message editing/Parameters/barcodes
A dialog box offers you a choice of a maximum of 3 codes (barcode or Datamatrix code).
The 2/5 interleaved code is offered by default. To access choosing the type and
parameters, select a code that has not already been inserted in the message then
validate.

Change the parameters if necessary, using the navigation arrows and the key.
For each type of code, a specific dialog box is offered to you, thus limiting access to the
modifiable parameters.
The other parameters appear with a dotted outline.

■ Type
Industrial: 2/5 interleaved, code 39.
Distribution: EAN 13, EAN 8, UPCA, UPCE, EAN 128, code 128, HIBC,
HIBC LIC Code 128, HIBC LIC Code 39.
Bi-dimensional: Datamatrix.
For further details on these codes, see Chapter “Barcode Characteristics”.

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■ Plain text

Only for distribution codes – allows for choosing whether or not the code is printed as
human readable text, as well as the position of this text:

None Upper Lower

1114444ùùù444444111

44kkkkkkkkkkkk444

■ Height
Barcode
Between 5 and 28 points - limited by the height of the fonts present.
Datamatrix Code
9, 11, 16 or 24 points. Choice from heights available. If the height is not even, the height
line is empty.

■ Bolderization
Barcodes
Allows for changing the thickness of the bars.
Distribution codes: from 1 to 9 (bit).
Industrial codes: default value of 1.
Datamatrix Code
Size of the cells: 1 or 2. If the value 2 is selected, the code height cannot be less than16
points.

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■ Narrow bar
From 1 to 4 (bit) - default value 1 for distribution codes.

■ Narrow space
From 1 to 4 (bit) - default value 1 for distribution codes.

■ Wide bar
From 2 to 9 (bit) - default value 2 for distribution codes.

■ Wide space
From 2 to 9 (bit) - default value 2 for distribution codes.

■ Inverse print
Allows for highlighted printing - yes  or no . (Except Datamatrix).

■ Check digit
Can be present  or not . If it is, the printer itself adds the check digit at the end of the
barcode – only for industrial codes.

■ Optimization
Allows for the automatic choice of codes by the machine to have a barcode size as
condensed as possible - Only for code 128

■ Default parameters
The default parameters, common to all messages, is configured in
Printer preparation/Initialization/Message/Barcode
The dialog box is the same.

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Composing and inserting the barcode

Message editing/Font/Barcode
You can insert up to 3 codes (barcodes or Datamatrix code) of different types in your
message using this command.
A dialog box offers you a choice of 3 codes identified by their type. Select the desired
barcode then validate.
You access a code composition box:

Compose your code by inserting fixed or variable items:

□ The authorized fixed items (figures or letters) can be entered directly.
□ The variable items are inserted as in the message. The dialog boxes are the same.
□ "External comp." allows for reserving locations for variable characters within a code
that will be sent by RS232/V24 external link.

Once the code is composed, pressing the key allows for inserting it in the message
at the position that the cursor is in.

NOTE - If the cursor is placed in front of a code (already entered or

when it is created), the + keys, pressed

simultaneously, allow for viewing the code’s composition.
- When editing a barcode containing external variable zones
with cleartext, it is essential to separate these zones with fixed
items.

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Barcode Characteristics

■ Industrial codes
2/5 interleaved
□ Allows for transcribing digital characters in barcode only.
□ These characters may be variable (counter, date, etc.).
□ 32 characters maximum.
The dialog box is as follows:

If check digit

NOTE 1 – With no check digit (□) the number of characters entered

must be even.
- With check digit () the number of characters entered must
be odd.
2 – If you want to enter the shift code in your 2/5 interleaved
barcode, only human readable text is possible.
3 – If you want to enter date and/or postdate items in your
2/5 interleaved barcode, only human readable text of the
month is possible.

Code 39
□ Allows for transcribing alphabetic characters, figures and the following symbol: = . ,
space $ / + % into barcode.
□ These characters may be variable (counter, date, etc.).
□ 32 characters maximum.
□ The check digit is optional.
The dialog box is the same as that for the 2/5 interleaved.

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■ Distribution codes 42222222222

The cursor signals the bottom of the barcode assembly (bars + human readable text)
whatever the position of the human readable text.
You can print the bars and the cleartext on a single jet. Pay attention to the height of the
bars and the cleartext.
The size of the digital translation is variable, it is the size of the current font.
Parameters can be set for the height of the bars. The translation can be located above or
below. Modifying these three parameters gives you a great number of options for
positioning your barcodes in the message.

EAN 13, EAN 8, UPCA, UPCE

□ Allows for transcribing digital characters in barcode only.
□ These characters may be variable (counter, date, etc.).
□ 13 characters for EAN 13.
□ 8 characters for EAN 8.
□ 13 characters for UPCA, the first figure is always equal to 0.
□ 8 characters for UPCE, the first figure is always equal to 0.
The dialog box is the same as that for the 2/5 interleaved.

ATTENTION The last character entered is always considered as being the

check digit. If the figure is not correct, the printer will signal this
and automatically replace it with the correct value.

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EAN 128 and code 128

The dialog box is as follows:

□ 47 characters maximum.

□ The set of characters is divided into 4 menus that can be found in Mode 128 (Code A,
Code B, Code C) and Characters to:
Code A: comprises all the standard upper case alphanumeric characters, the
command characters and the special characters. This is the default mode.

Code B: comprises all the standard upper case and lower case alphabetic
characters, digital characters and special characters.

Code C: comprises the set of 100 pairs of figures from 00 to 99 and special
characters (characters are entered two at a time).

Characters to: comprises the command characters (NUL, SOH, etc.) and special
characters (FNC1, SHIFT, AI, etc.). The content of the dialog box depends on the
choice of Mode 128. These characters may be variable (counter, date, etc.).
Two AI characters (identifiers), if they include a data field of any length, allowing for
showing it in cleartext in parentheses without the parentheses being coded.

ATTENTION - The highlighted characters A, B, C appear in the composition

corresponding to codes A, B, C.
- Only mode B is authorized if Optimization is checked in the
barcode parameters.
- The last character entered is always considered as being the
check digit. If the figure is not correct, the printer will signal this
and automatically replace it with the correct value.

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HIBC
This code has the same characteristics as code 128 Mode C.
□ The Optimization parameter is not valid.
□ There is no Default mode.
□ The first two characters are between parentheses.
The dialog box is the same as that of EAN 128/code 128.

HIBC LIC
The basic data must be symbolized either in Code 128 or Code 39.
□ If code 128 is chosen, the character FNC1 is not used.
□ If code 39 is used the wide/narrow ratio should be 3:1 and the inter-character space
must be equal to the thickness of the narrowest item.

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■ Datamatrix Code
□ The code used is ECC200 type with automatic format calculation (square or
rectangle).
□ The height of the code can vary between 8 and 24 points.
□ The size of the cells (bolderization) is programmable: 1 or 2 drops.
□ The code allows for printing all the types of variables.
□ Maximum encoding capacity:

Bolderization 1 drop cell 2 drops cell

Height of the code (points) 9 11 16 24 16 24

Size of the matrix 8 x 18 8 x 32 10 x 10 16 x 48 24 x 24 8 x 18 8 x 26 12 x 36

Number of encoded digital

10 20 6 98 72 10 20 44
characters

Number of encoded
6 13 3 72 52 6 11 31
alphanumeric characters

Number of encoded 8 bit

3 8 1 47 34 3 13 20
ASCII characters

The dialog box is the same as that for the barcode 2/5 interleaved.

ATTENTION - The message resolution will be given by that of the

Datamatrix code.
- In some cases, it may be necessary to increase the
head/object distance to avoid superimposing drops.
This operation will allow for the reading of the code.

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■ Using symbols
A symbol can be an alphabetic character, a number, a special symbol or a special shape
(logo). A set of symbols of the same size constitutes a font.
You can create maximum of 10 fonts.
Chinese symbols are edited using a Pin Yin editor.

Selecting a symbol

Message editing/Font/Select symbols

This dialog box allows you to view all the symbols or characters of the font previously
selected in the function
Message editing/Font/Select font.
Some fonts cannot appear completely, using the right and left arrow keys will allow for
viewing the whole of the characters.
A window is available under the font in which to compose symbols. This composition is
then positioned in the message where the cursor is located.
This function is very practical if you use special fonts with characters that do not exist on
the keyboard (e.g.: logos, special signs, etc).
It will therefore be used in editing messages in Korean, Thai, etc.

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Creating a symbol

■ General rule
Create the font:
□ Give the font a name (8 characters).
□ Give the font a number (201 to 255).
□ Give the symbol in the font a number (001 to 224).
Specify the size of the symbols:
□ Give a height to the symbols (5 to 24 points max.)
(depending on the algorithms present in the machine).
□ Give a width to the symbols (1 to 127 points).
Create a symbol:
□ Draw the symbol.
□ Save the symbol.
Close the font:
□ The font is saved.

NOTE It is advisable not to use the first symbol number in the font
(001). This is reserved for the "space" symbol.

■ Creating a new symbol

□ Call up the font (using its name or number).
□ Give a number to the new symbol.
□ Draw the symbol.
□ Save.

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■ Creating a font and specifying the size of the symbols

Symbol editing/Symbol/New
This command allows you to create a new symbol that will be filed in a font. The dialog box
asks you to provide:
□ a title for the font (8 characters max),
□ a number for the font (from 201 to 255),
□ a number for symbol (from 001 to 224).

REMINDER A font is a set of symbols of the same size.

A second dialog box asks you to specify the single size for the font symbols:
□ height from 5 to 24 points max. (depending on the algorithms present in the machine).
□ width from 1 to 127 points.

ATTENTION The height of a symbol is specified when it is created. To print

it, there must be an Markem-Imaje font of a height at least
equal to that of the symbol in the printer.

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■ Creating the symbol

Screen
After specifying the font’s name, number, symbol number and size, the printer offers you
the following screen.

Number of existing
symbols in the font
Symbol number
Font number
Font name

Coordinates of the
cursor in the grid

Draw mode
>> : point by point
- : line
: zone

(Change using key)

Color of point
 : black
 : white

(Change using or key)

Highlight

( key)

Zoom

( and or and keys simultaneously)

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Using the keys

In mode: Point by point >>

  
     Allows for moving the cursor in the

    drawing grid, in the direction of the

arrows.

    
  
Allows for changing the color of the
point where the cursor is located.
or 

In mode: line -

Allows for choosing the color of the line

or  (white or black).

  
    
    Allows for drawing lines in the direction
of the arrows.

    
  

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In mode: zone

Allows for choosing the color of

 the zone (white or black).

   
    
   Successively pressing 2 keys

allows for specifying a zone.

    
   
NOTE The navigation arrows can also be used instead of the keys

, , , .

Other keys, other functions

Viewing the symbol in full size

key.
The symbol is displayed on the screen in a window at the top right.

Home Function

key to position the cursor at the bottom left of the screen.

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Zoom
This function is valid when the cursor is at the bottom left of the screen (coordinates 001 x
001).

Use the or keys to enlarge or reduce the grid.

Delete symbol

key with confirmation requested.

Saving a symbol

Symbol editing /Symbol/Save

This command allows you to save the symbol you have just created or modified.
Symbol editing/Symbol/Save as
This command allows you to save a modified version of an existing symbol without losing
the original.
These commands can only be accessed after the commands New or Open.

Closing a font

Symbol editing /Symbol/Close

The Close command allows you to exit a font in which you have just created or modified a
symbol.
When you use Close, the content of the font in which you have been working is saved.

Deleting a symbol or font

Symbol editing /Symbol/Delete

This command offers you the choice of deleting a Symbol of Symbol font.
Choose Symbol if you want to delete a single symbol.
Choose Symbol font if you want to delete a whole symbol font.

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Modifying a symbol

■ Modifying a symbol
Symbol editing /Symbol/Open
This command allows for modifying an existing symbol after it is selected.
Once you choose Open, a dialog box offers you a list of existing symbol fonts. You can
then scroll down the titles and choose the one that interests you or display a cursor using

the key and enter the title of the font you are looking for, then validate.
Enter the symbol number then validate, the following screen will appear:

This screen allows for viewing and selecting an existing font’s symbol for modifying the
drawing, size or number.
format = symbol format: height*width.
num = symbol number in the symbols font/number in the font.
ref = symbol reference in decimal (the ref. starts at 32 ($20)).

Selecting a symbol
key to view the next symbol.
key to view the previous symbol.

Enter edit

key

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■ Modifying the size of a symbol

Symbol editing /Size/Symbol size

This function allows for modifying the height and width of the symbols specified in a font.

ATTENTION - If you reduce the size, the symbols already drawn will be
truncated.
- If you increase the size, the symbols already drawn will be
moved to the bottom left of the specification grid.

Editing Chinese symbols

Chinese symbols are edited using the Pin Yin method.

The Pin Yin editor is accessed by selecting a PY01_XX type font in the function
Message editing/Font/Select font.
The function Message editing/Font/Select PinYin is then active. Its selection allows
access to this dialog box:

Phoneme zone

List zone

Composition zone

Using Latin characters, enter the pronunciation of a simplified Chinese character

phonetically in the phoneme zone. The ideograms are displayed by 8 in the list zone. Entry
is incremental, for example:
B offers 20 ideograms starting with the sound [b]
BE offers 10 ideograms starting with the sound [be]
BEN offers 5 ideograms starting with the sound [ben]

The key deletes the last Latin character. The key deletes the whole line.

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The and keys are for moving in the list offered.

Pressing keys to allows for selecting the ideogram concerned. It then appears in
the composition zone:

Pressing the + keys deletes the last ideogram, combining + deletes

the whole zone.

Once the composition is completed, pressing the key allows for inserting the
ideograms into the message at the location of the cursor:

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■ Example of programming messages

■ Creating a message

Font 7 pts

PARIS:
0 4 2 12:01:14
Font 7 pts Font 16 pts
Bolderization 2 Postdate

DIRECTIONS FOR PROCESSING WHAT YOU NEED

THE ABOVE EXAMPLE TO USE
All the functions needed for creating a
message are in the Message editing menu.

Choose the Message editing menu:

key then key.

Message only can be accessed at this
level.

key to validate the sub-menu

Message.

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New is used to create a new message.

key to validate the New stage.

Identify the message by giving it a title

made up of a maximum of 8 upper case
alphanumeric characters.
Direct access from the icon panel allows

access to this screen. To do so, press

key

Give the title “FRANCE” then validate with

the key

The cursor appears at the bottom left. The

Font, Variables and Parameters commands
can then be accessed.
The cursor can be used using the

keys.
The character style that appears on the
screen is the same as it will be printed
(WYSIWYG). The font used here is a
Press key to edit the top line then the
"default" font; it is named in the help zone
message "PARIS:".
at the bottom of the screen.
Press key then insert the number.

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Bolderize to make the "042" characters
appear thicker.

and keys then keys.

The Bolderization function is in the sub-
menu Font.
Any character or symbol in any font can be
bolderized.

Select Bolderization with (X 2) then

press the key.

The bolderization is a figure between 1 and
9. The bigger this figure is, the thicker the
printed character.

Type in 2 then validate with key.

What you see on the screen is what will be

printed.

Type in 042.

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Before inserting the postdate in the

message, enter the postdate’s value.

and key (X 2) then key.

For all variables, it is preferable to enter

their parameters first, before inserting them
in the message.

Press key (X 2) to select the Postdate

line, then press the key. For the 9030

printer, select one postdate from 6, then

press the key.

In general, pressing the key or

key (space), the

cursor allows for selecting or inserting
parameters.

Press the key, enter the items

forming the postdate, then press the

key.

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Choose a 16 point font and a bolderization

of 1 to write the postdate in large
characters in relation to the rest of the
message.

key then or key (X 2) then

press the key.

press the .key

The different fonts available in the machine
appear in a dialog box. Once a font is
selected, a preview character is displayed on
the screen.
ATTENTION
The bolderization stays on 2.
It must be changed to 1.

Choose Latin Industrial font 16,

then press the key.

If you move the cursor in a zone that has
already been programmed, it takes on the
size of the characters shown in this zone.

The cursor is the size of the selected font.

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Inserting the postdate

key then key, then key then

key (X4).

Press the key Select postdate 1 then

For all the dialog boxes, the pre-selections are
made with the navigation arrows then the

choice is made with the key.

Pressing the key saves the new

selections and closes the dialog box.

key to validate PostDay month, key

then key to view the separators.

All the autodating variables are on the same
model with the Entry line.

Choose the separator: key then key

until composition complete: D1/M1/Y1. Press the

key to insert the postdate in the

message.

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The message is created. What you see on the

screen is what is printed (WYSIWYG).
To print it, the print parameters must
correspond to the printer installation in the
production site.

and keys then press the

key.

Press the key

The default values of these parameters are
the values inserted in the Printer preparation
menu when the printer was installed.

Follow the instructions at the bottom of

the screen to adjust the parameter values.

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Saving the message

key then key then key.

In this sub-menu you can carry out a Load
printer for the message on the screen to carry

out a test print (using the key on the

operator interface, for example).
This function is used when adjusting the
message parameters and the form of the
message.

key.

Press the key to close the message.

Follow the instructions on the screen to save

the message and close it.
The message FRANCE N: 006 is in the
memory and you can print it at any time when
you need to.
Just select it for printing.

Press the key to save.

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■ Cleaning the head

Special tools
□ Drainage tray
□ Cleaning flask, blower (or drying kit)

1. Stop the jet(s) by pressing the F8 key then selecting and validating the
Jet stop function.

2. Position the head on its maintenance

support.

3. Open the head cover.

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4. Clean the electrode and the cannon

with the cleaning solution.
In the event that certain inks are used
(refer to the safety data sheet for your
ink), or if the printer is used in a
harsh environment (high
temperature, dusty surroundings),
operations 5, 6 and 7 are to be carried
out.
Otherwise, go directly to operation 8.

5. Wet a cleaning tip with cleaning

solution.

6. Clean the electrodes and the ink jet

with the cleaning tip as indicated in the
diagram.

7. Wash the electrodes and the ink jet

with the cleaning solution again.

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8. Dry carefully.
Using the blower or drying kit if this is
specified on the ink technical sheet.

9. Restart the jet by selecting and validating Jet start.

10. Close the head cover and

acknowledge the cover fault by

pressing key or .
Replace the head on its operating
support.

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■ Protect the head

1. 2. 3. 4.

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■ Correctly starting the jets

If the jet does not start up correctly (no jet or jet deflected), there are several functions for
completely resetting the jet.
Production/Maint./Jet Maintenance

Use the screen instructions to guide you for the three functions.

1. The head is on its maintenance support and the cover

has been removed.
Select the function: Unblock nozzle
If the jet is in the gutter, go to Point 3. Otherwise go to
Point 2.

2. Validate the following function: Intro. cleaning solution

Run the cleaning solution along the cannon for about 20
seconds.

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3. Validate the function: Check jet stability

Once the jet is stable, shut down the stability control.
Clean the head.

4. Once this phase has been completed, restart the jet by

validating the function: Jet start
Visually check the presence of the jet in the gutter.

Close the head cover and press key to acknowledge the

faults.

NOTE In some cases, the three functions can also be used

individually.

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■ Maintenance menus
Using the desktop icons

The desktop consisting of icons gives rapid access to certain printer functions. It can be

accessed from the main desktop (see page 23) and then pressing .

Description of icons

View the printer information (serial No., messages in library, operating hours and
number of printouts) (see page 125).

Access to the jet maintenance functions; this is a short cut to the function
Production/Maint/Jet maintenance (see pages 118/130).

View the information on module M6’ (see page 126).

Access the maintenance data (see following page).

Access the maintenance data (service record, see page 124).

Access information on the last 10 minutes of operation.

Access the last 30 faults and alarms generated by the printer (see page 149).

Save the Log File to the USB key (see page 128).

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Description of the maintenance icons

Access the maintenance operation records. This is a short cut to the function
Production/Maint/ General Services/record an Operation (see page 127).

Access the printer draining and flushing functions (see page 133).

Access the ink circuit test mode.

Fault monitoring override. This is a short cut to the function

Production/Maint/Fault override.

Overview of the Maintenance menu

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■ Maintenance management
Production/Maint./ General Services

Maintenance management is carried out by various functions in this menu. It forms a

maintenance log that can be viewed or added to during maintenance operations (e.g. part
replacement).

Viewing the maintenance data

■ Consulting the servicing log

Production/Maint./General Services/view maint. Log.

All the maintenance operations carried out on the printer can be viewed on this screen.
Each operation shows the date, time, operation performed, the article code of the part on
which the operation was performed and a commentary.
A counter on the top right of the screen indicates the number of operations.
If the information is spread over several pages, pressing the ,  ke ys a llows for
accessing the other pages.

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■ Viewing the maintenance parameters

Production/Maint./General Services/Printer information

This function allows for viewing 2 types of information:

The printer configuration:

□ Type: indicates the printer configuration name:
□ SN: indicates the serial number.
□ Mes in lib: the maximum number of messages in the library. The actual number is
variable and depends on the size in bytes of the messages.

Value of the different printer operation counters:

□ Total hours: indicates the number of hours the printer has been switched on.
□ Active hours: indicates the number of hours the ink circuit has been operated.
□ Total prints: indicates the total number of printed messages.

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View the information on module M6’

This function allows 3 types of information to be viewed:

- the serial number of the module M6’,
- the date of installation of the module M6’,
- the number of hours for which the module has been in operation and its maximum
operating time.
Replacement of the module: see page 140.

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Recording a maintenance operation

Production/Maint./General Services/record an Operation

This menu allows for recording and acknowledging maintenance operations.

Press the key to open the Operation field:

Select the field for the operation and confirm.

Then enter the part’s article code in the Code field and any comments in the Comments
field.

Press key to validate. The date and time are automatically added and the record then
appears in the “Latest records” area at the bottom of the screen.

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■ Preventive maintenance
Fields Air filter change, Press. filter change, IC change are the three preventive
maintenance groups:
□ Air filter change: change the air inlet and air outlet filters.
□ Press. filter change: change the pressurization filter on the head pressurization kit.
□ IC change: change the ink circuit.
Recording these operations also acknowledges them. The period counter for the group is
then initialized.

■ Part replacement
The Part replacement field is used to record components that have been changed and
which are not part of preventive maintenance.

■ Other operations
The Other field is used to record other maintenance operations, if necessary (e.g.
adjustments).

Exporting the Log File

Production/Maint/General Services/Export maint. log

This function can be used to transfer data on all events affecting your printer. This transfer
is made to a USB key.
This encrypted file can be sent by e-mail to your Markem-Imaje representative.

Main items in the log:

□ serial number
□ software version
□ printer installation date
□ reference of the ink and the additive and batch number of the current cartridge
□ total number of printouts
□ total operating hours of the ink circuit
□ date of installation and replacement of the module M6’

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Fault and alarm history /

□ printer status history
□ information on the module M6’:
- serial number
- date of first use of the module M6’ (date of installation)
- operating time

The log file thus indicates the file containing these records. This file is in *.HST format
The file name format is "Lcountry code serial number.HST"
For example: LCN16031119.HST

Saving the log file

1. Insert the USB key

2. Press the buttons then

The file is automatically saved.

ATTENTION Do not disconnect the USB key during data transfer; check the
space available on the USB key before use.

At the end of transfer, confirm the backup by selecting OK, pull out the USB key.

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■ Overriding cover and drain faults

Production/Maint./Fault override

When carrying out servicing or maintenance operations, it may be desirable to turn off
the open cover fault and drain fault control. This function overrides these faults, i.e. they
are no longer managed. Each time the printer is shut down, this function returns to its
initial value.

NOTE This function should only be used for maintenance operations

and in an emergency.

■ Adjusting the jet

Preliminary operation

Production/Maint./Jet maintenance/Adjust jet

/ Adjust jet.
By validating this function, you will switch on the jet and the faults linked to the jet are no
longer managed. You can then adjust the jets without being stopped by a fault appearing.

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Adjusting the break off point setting

Special tools:
□ Magnifying glass (shaded eyepiece)
□ 2.5 mm hexagonal key or Flat-headed screwdriver

■ Prior operations
1. Place the head on the maintenance support.
2. Turn on the jet and let it run for at least 1/2 an hour.
3. Remove the head cover.

■ Procedures
4. The adjustment below is carried out while watching the jet opposite the charging
electrode (stroboscopic LED) with the aid of the shaded eyepiece (see Figure 1):
□ Initialize the operation by turning the adjustment screw anticlockwise until stopped.
The jet is now continuous.
□ Gently turn the adjustment screw clockwise until the jet break-off appears in the
center of the charging electrode. The break-off is correct when 3 full drops are obtained
from the base of the electrode.

Break off
1
point setting

Base of
2 electrode
4
3

Figure 1

1 Adjustment screw
2 Magnifying glass (shaded eyepiece)
3 Hexagonal key or Flat-headed screwdriver
4 Charging electrode

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□ Correct adjustment is set only by the shape of the drops immediately under the
break off point setting:

Bad Avoid Good

Figure 2

NOTE When making the adjustment, handle the adjustment screw

with care to avoid damaging it.

■ Final operations

5. Close the head cover. Acknowledge any fault(s) by pressing the key.
6. Perform print tests, and if necessary, adjust again.

NOTE When using specific inks, a special break-off point adjustment

may be required.
Contact your Markem-Imaje distributor or dealer.

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■ Draining/Cleaning the printer

Draining the printer

Production/Maint/Maintenance/Drain
If you select this function, you will completely empty the ink from printer.
This drainage is connected with some particular maintenance operations.
Follow the instructions on the screen.

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Cleaning the printer

Production/Maint/maintenance/Clean ink circuit

By validating this function, the printer will carry out a complete drain, then automatically
clean the ink circuit with make-up. This function also flushes all the umbilical and head
parts. 2-3 depressurized empty cartridges are needed.
After flushing, a machine can be put into storage for several months.
Follow the instructions on the screen:

Production/Maint/maintenance/ The machine is on ready to print.

Clean ink circuit

VALIDATE Position the head on its maintenance support.

NO YES

Insert empty cartridge Insert a depressurized cartridge in place of the

VALIDATE 1/7 ink cartridge.

Running  Follow any instructions that may appear on the

screen.
Ex :Insert empty cartridge VALIDATE n/7

Insert make-up cartridge Insert a new make-up cartridge if necessary.

VALIDATE 1/n

Over

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■ Replacing filters
In order to establish a maintenance log, these operations must be saved in the General
services function. For more details, consult the chapter on “Managing maintenance”.
The air inlet and outlet filters must be changed annually if the printer is in daily use.

Replacing the air inlet filter

■ Procedure

1.

2.

3.

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4. Remove the used foam. Insert the new foam, ensuring that it is correctly
positioned.

5. Refit the plastic cover.

6. Connect the printer to the mains supply and restart it.

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Replacing the air outlet filter

■ Procedure

1.

2.

3.

4.

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5.

6. Insert the new foam, ensuring that it is correctly positioned in its seating.

Reassemble in the inverse order of disassembly.

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Replacing the pressurization air filter

1. Stop the printer and unplug the power cable from the main supply..
2. Disconnect the air inlet or close the valve.
3. Unscrew the air filter tank from the air treatment unit and pull it downwards.
4. Unscrew the filter.
5. Clean the grid.
6. Replace the filter and the seal.
7. Reassemble.

Air treatment unit

1 Seal
2 Grid
3 Filtering cartridge
4 Filter care
5 Tank

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Replacement of the module M6’

The module M6’ must be replaced every 6000 hours.

■ Procedure

1.

2.

Follow the
M6' replacement instructions on
the screen.

3. Remove the additive cartridge and

confirm.

4. After about 45 s, the display will indicate "Over".

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5. Remove the ink cartridge: 8.

6. 9.

7. 10.

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11.

12.

13.
Put the used module M6’ in its original box with
the protective foam wedges.

As waste, the module M6’ must be dealt with in

accordance with the local regulations regarding
waste management and the transport of
dangerous goods.

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Inserting the new module M6’

1. 4.

2. 5.

3. 6.

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7.

8.

9.

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■ Testing the electrovalves

Production/Maint/elValves test

This test allows for manually operating the 4 electrovalves in the ink circuit and the
4 electrovalves in the head (A to D). The ink circuit is in stand by mode.
When this screen is displayed, all the electrovalves are closed. They can be operated

individually in open () or closed () status by pressing the key.

By holding the key down, you can rapidly cycle each electrovalve. (open/closed).

■ Clean the recovery pump, the pressure solenoid valves and

the ink pump
Production/Maint/Maintenance/Clean recup pump
Production/Maint/Maintenance/Pressure valve cleaning
Production/Maint/Maintenance/Ink pump cleaning
With this operation, these components can be cleaned automatically. It is recommended to
start these operations when the "Cleaning" help message is displayed (for example, faults
15, 26, 29, 61).
For the recovery pump and ink pump cleaning operations, it will be necessary to place the
head on its maintenance support.

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■ Viewing a fault or an alarm

If one or more faults/alarms appear, the warning light :

□ flashes to signal an alarm (not blocking print),
□ is lit steadily to signal a fault (blocking print).
For an ink or make-up fault/alarm, the corresponding icon (F6 or F7) also flashes.

Pressing the key takes you straight to the menu

Production/Status.
The faults or alarms are clearly displayed in a dialogue box:

Line 1: indicates whether it is a fault or an alarm, its number (e.g.: 84) and the number of

faults or alarms detected in the printer (ex: 01/01). If there are several faults or alarms,
use the keys to scroll up or down.

Line 2: displays the name of the fault or alarm

Line 3: displays a recommendation to help correct the fault.
Line 4: describes the operations to be performed.

Once the fault is corrected, press key or key to acknowledge.

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Viewing the list of faults

Production/Maint./General Services /List of faults

When validating this function, a list of the last thirty printer faults and alarms appears in a
dialogue box, in the order they occurred.
If the information is spread over several pages, use the , keys to reach the other
pages.

For each fault or alarm, the ten latest printer operating parameter measurements prior to
the fault or alarm can be viewed.

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Table of faults and alarms

A: Alarm F: Fault

N° A/F Message displayed Recommendation

04 A Supply valves IC Call Markem-Imaje service**
05 A Change M6' Replace M6’
07 F Recuperation sensor out of service Call Markem-Imaje service**
08 F HV supply overload Check cleanliness head
09 F Piezo supply overload Check cleanliness head
10 A External communication timeout Check connection with extern device
11 F Pressure leak blocked Call Markem-Imaje service**
12 F Invalid data Check message
13 F Not configured printer Configure the printer
14 F Incorrect external data received Check identifiers/checksum of data
15 F Ink pump Maint: Clean Ink Pump
17 F Insufficient pressure Drain printer
18 F Font used in message not available Check fonts in relation with message
20 F Recup. Valve Default Call Markem-Imaje service**
21 A Duplicate print non autorised Check timings send data/print signal
22 F Pressure pump Call Markem-Imaje service**
23 F Ink curve unselected Select an ink curve
24 F Head Make-up Valve Default Call Markem-Imaje service**
26 F Pressure Valve Default Maint: Pressure valve cleaning
27 A Refresh Valve Default Check valve in maint menu
29 F Ink Valve Default Maint: Clean Ink Pump
30 F Memory lost Call Markem-Imaje service**
32 F Incorrect date / time composition Check data send or Hijri entry
35 F Cooling fan failure Check fan rotation
40* A Print speed above specifications Adjust encoder div. / use other Algo
42 A Ink cartridge invalid Check the reference of ink
45 A Additive cartridge invalid Check the reference of additive
46 F Ink and additive incorrect Check reference of ink and additive
48* F Algorithm not available Check Algorithm used in send message
Check the position of the cartridge in the cartridge
49 D Make-up pump holder. If the fault persists, contact Markem-Imaje
service**
50* A LOW INK level. Prep. new cartridge Wait EMPTY alarm before replacing
51* A LOW make-up. Prepare new cartridge Wait EMPTY alarm before replacing
52* A EMPTY INK Cartridge Replace ink cartridge
53* A EMPTY make-up Cartridge Replace make-up cartridge
54* F Full waste cartridge Replace waste cartridge
55 A Prevent : Change air filters Preventive change air filters
61* F Recuperation pump Maint: Clean recup pump
65 F Invalid M6' Call Markem-Imaje service**
68 F Life of the M6' exceeded Call Markem-Imaje service**
69 A PRINTER STOP NOT PROPERLY PLEASE ALWAYS USE ON/OFF TO STOP
70* A Ink concentration out of specif. Drain printer

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N° A/F Message displayed Recommendation

71* F Ambient pressure measurement failed Call Markem-Imaje service**
73* F Ink transfer timeout Call Markem-Imaje service**
78* F Printer empty. No more ink available Place a full ink cartridge
79 F Full tank Drain printer
80 A Ink cartridge unknow Change the ink cartridge
81* F Drop detection Clean and dry carefully head + cover
83* F Ink concentration out of range Change the additive cartridge
84* F Head cover absent Check presence of magnet in cover
85* F Recovery not detec.Jet out of gutter Check jet stability and gutter
86* F High Voltage supply failure Call Markem-Imaje service**
87 F High Voltage insulation failure Clean and dry head carefully
88 F Jetspeed measurement timeout Check break-off point adjustment
89 A Ink expiration date reached Change the ink cartridge
90* A Head temperature out of range Temperature range 0-45°C (32-113°F)
91* F Internal cabinet T° > 60°C-140°F Call Markem-Imaje service**
94 A Additive cartridge unknow Call Markem-Imaje service**
95 A Additive expiration date reached Change the additive cartridge
96 A Change M6' M6 used, change with new one
97 A Provide M6' change Order M6 for next replacement
98 A Backup time too long for data flash Call Markem-Imaje service**

* see the details of actions and remedies on page 155

** or your distributor

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■ Preliminary checks
Any search for faulty components should always start with preliminary checks.
Carrying out these checks allows for checking for problems such as dirt on the
components, ink leaks or electrical connections with the naked eye.

External appearance

Sub-assemblies to check Type of malfunction looked for

Print module . Dirt on the electrodes.
. Ink leakage.

Cartridge holders and cartridges . Leakage.

. Damaged cartridge.
. Expired use-by date
(see cartridge sticker).

Plugs . Bad connection to external accessories

Power supply . Bad mains power cord connection.

. Bad air connection

Air filters . Dirty or blocked filters

Check the operating parameters

Production/Status or press key

A dialogue box appears, which allows for checking the machine status and operating
parameters:
For more details see the chapter on “Viewing the printer parameters”

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■ Trouble-Shooting
Introduction

The tables in this chapter show the following 2 columns:

□ Malfunction.
□ Remedies.
Each malfunction is marked in the table with a number in bold.
Each of the malfunctions can be resolved using several "Remedies".

Example of a diagnostic

Malfunction Actions and remedies

1- Blank screen. 1a- Check the power supply.
1b- Check the power cord and its connection.

Once the malfunction is corrected, acknowledge the fault by pressing the or

key.

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When using the printer

Malfunction Actions and remedies

1- Blank screen. 1a- Check the power supply.
1b- Check the power cord and its connection.

2- Red alarm indicator/fault

lit/flashes. 2a- Perform a self-diagnosis by pressing the  ke y on
the Operator Interface.
If a number greater than 01 appears at the top of the
screen, check other faults using the arrows.

3- Data memory. 3a- Shut down the printer and start up again.
3b- Contact Markem-Imaje Technical Assistance.

4- Incorrect data. 4a- Turn off the printer and start it up again.
4b- Contact Markem-Imaje Technical Assistance.

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While the printer is operating

Malfunction Actions and remedies

1- Low ink level. Prep. cartridge: 1a- Prepare a new ink cartridge.
50

2- Low make-up level. Prep. 2a- Prepare a new make-up cartridge.

cartridge: 51

3- Empty ink level: 52 3a- Replace the ink cartridge.

or
Drain cartridge absent.

4- Empty make-up level: 53 4a- Replace the make-up cartridge.

5- Full cartridge draining: 54 5a- In the draining or cleaning phase, insert a new
depressurized cartridge.

6- Head temperature out of 6a- The ambient temperature of the location where
range: 90 the printer is installed is too high, which leads to the
temperature inside the printer rising to above
70°C.(158º F) Change or cool the installation location.

6b- Contact Markem-Imaje Technical Assistance.

7- Console internal T° > 60°C- 7a- The internal temperature of the console is too
140°F : 91 high. Ventilate the printer.

7b- Contact Markem-Imaje Technical Assistance.

8- Head cover absent: 84 8a- Check the head cover and make sure it is closed.

8b- Check the presence of the magnet in the cover.

8c- Contact Markem-Imaje Technical Assistance.

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Malfunction
9- Defective EHV power supply:
86
Defective EHV insulation: 87
10- Jet outside gutter or not
detected:85
11- Detecting gutter: 81
Actions and remedies
9a- Carefully clean and dry the head and cover
electrodes.
9b- Ensure that the environmental conditions
(humidity, temperature) conform to the specifications
given in the ink technical file. If this is not the case,
contact Markem-Imaje Technical Assistance to adapt
the head pressurization accessories to dry air.
9c- Contact Markem-Imaje Technical Assistance.
10a- Restart the jets and observe them.
If one of the jets is unstable, deviated (outside gutter)
or absent:
If necessary, validate the functions Unblock nozzle,
Intro. cleaning solution, or Check jet stability.
10b- If the jet falls properly into the gutter but is not
sucked up, drain the gutter (Gutter drain).
10c- Check the machine parameters and contact
Markem-Imaje Technical Assistance.
11a- Clean and dry the head and cover electrodes.
Restart the jets.
11b- Check the validity of the ink used in the printer:
use-by date (see instructions on the cartridge). If the
date is expired, drain the printer and use a newer ink
cartridge.
11c- Check the printer’s general operating
parameters.
11d- Check the break-off point setting (see
procedure: Adjusting the break-off point setting).
11e- Contact Markem-Imaje Technical Assistance.
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Malfunction
12- Print speed off specif.: 40
13- Algo not available: 48
14- Wrong concentration: 70
Ink concentration outside limit: 83
15- Machine empty. More ink: 78
16- No printing on objects without
signaling of faults.
Actions and remedies
12a- Re-enter the "Tacho Division" setting on the
printer, in the Message Parameters Menu.
12b- Choose another algorithm.
12c- Contact Markem-Imaje Technical Assistance.
13a- The programmed printing speed is too high
according to the message content.
13b- Check the algorithm in the message parameters.
14a- Check the make-up cartridge for make-up level.
14b- Check the ink and make-up parameters
14c- Clean the head electrodes. Let the printer
correct this incident automatically.
14d- If the alarm continues, fault 83 appears.
Completely drain the printer.
14e- Check the ink parameters and contact Markem-
Imaje Technical Assistance.
15a- Change the ink cartridge.
15b- Check the printer parameters and contact
Markem-Imaje Technical Assistance.
16a- Check the content of the selected print message.
16b- Check the print parameters "Set off", "Margin",
"Object speed", "Speed measurement & Tacho
Division".
16c- Test print with the key.
Check the connection and operation of the cell(s) and
the Tacho.
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Malfunction Actions and remedies

17- Poor print quality 17a- Clean the print head (including cover) and check
Example 1: there is no obstacle along the jet’s trajectory.

17b- Check the stability of the head support (no

vibrations).

17c- Check the head/object distance (examples 1

Example 2: and 2).

17d- Check the centering of the jet in the recovery

gutter (examples 3 and 4).
Example 3:
17e- The mechanical and/or electronic adjustment of
the head is required. Contact Markem-Imaje
Technical Assistance.

Example 4:

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Physical description

Dimensions (mm) □ Printer cabinet........................... 400 x 355 x 215

□ Print head (right) ....................... 182 x 36 x 43

□ Consumables cartridge ............. 250 x 55 x 55

Weight (kg) □ Whole machine ......................... 18.5 kg

□ Cartridge ................................... under 0.8 kg

Different functions

□ Coordination via the operator interface, by any system fitted with

a V24/RS232C asynchronous serial interface (if option RS232).

Possible operating modes □ Automatic start-up.

□ Automatic adjustment of ink quality.

Operating characteristics □ Automatic nozzle unblocking procedure.

□ Self diagnosis of the printer status.
□ Automatic draining and cleaning procedures.

Power sources

□ 100 - 120V 0.5A a-c (automatic switching).

200 - 240V 0.3A a-c (automatic switching).
Frequency 50 or 60 Hz 60 VA.
Mains fuse 1.25 AT

Protection indices

IP55 standard.

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Limits of use

Operating temperature □ + 5°C to + 40°C.

(The use of some inks may limit the temperature range, see inks
technical sheets).

Humidity □ 0 to 90 % without condensation.

Altitude □ 2000 m maximum.

Installation conditions

Printer operating position □ Vertical.

Maximum head level □ between –1.5 m/+ 2 m with umbilical of 3 m.

between head and □ Conduit length 3 m.
command console

Storage temperature

Printer drained and □ - 20°C / + 60°C

flushed

Printer with □ + 5°C / + 60°C

consumable(s)

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Characteristics

Fonts □ Industrial Latin.

□ Languages edited by the printer.
□ Chimney, etc.
For more detail, see following pages.

Autodating □ Hour, minute, second.

□ Day, month, year, Julian day, day of the week, last figure of the
year, up to 3 shift codes, up to 6 postdates, autodating table.

□ Hijri calendar.

Counters □ Up to 2 different counters per message (option of linking them).

Inputs/Outputs □ 1 TOP object input.

1 tachometer generator input.
1 object speed measurement cell input.

□ External Alarm/Fault outputs.

Creating symbols □ Height: from 5 to 24 points.

□ Width: from 1 to 127 points.

Algorithm □ Quality, 30 mm (head/object distance) for G head

□ Rapid multi-line, 10 mm for G head.

Barcodes □ 2/5 interleaved, Code 39.

EAN 13, EAN 8, UPCA, UPCE, EAN 128, Code 128 with or without
cleartext, HIBC, HIBC LIC Code 128, HIBC LIC Code 39.

Bi-dimensional code □ Datamatrix (ECC 200).

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List of fonts

Description Format Number of

Number COMMENTS
(16 chars.) (H*L) characters
13 Latin Ind. 7 07 * 06 220
18 Latin Ind. 16 16 * 12 220
20 Latin Ind. 24 24 * 21 220
21 Chimney 5 Ext 05 * 06 220
23 Chimney 7 Ext 07 * 08 220
35 Cyrillic 7 Ext 07 * 07 214
37 Cyrillic 16 Ext 16 * 13 216
38 Cyrillic 24 Ext 24 * 18 216
39 Latin Ind. 11 11 * 08 220
40 py01 PINYIN 12 12 * 12 224 PINYN
41 py02 PINYIN 12 12 * 12 224 PINYN
42 py03 PINYIN 12 12 * 12 224 PINYN
43 py04 PINYIN 12 12 * 12 224 PINYN
44 py05 PINYIN 12 12 * 12 224 PINYN
45 py06 PINYIN 12 12 * 12 224 PINYN
48 THAIBIJ 07 * 06 140
49 THAIMONO 07 * 06 193
50 py07 PINYIN 12 12 * 12 224 PINYN
51 py08 PINYIN 12 12 * 12 224 PINYN
52 py09 PINYIN 12 12 * 12 224 PINYN
53 py10 PINYIN 12 12 * 12 224 PINYN
54 py11 PINYIN 12 12 * 12 224 PINYN
55 py12 PINYIN 12 12 * 12 224 PINYN
56 py13 PINYIN 12 12 * 12 224 PINYN
57 py14 PINYIN 12 12 * 12 224 PINYN
58 py15 PINYIN 12 12 * 12 224 PINYN
59 py16 PINYIN 12 12 * 12 224 PINYN
60 py17 PINYIN 12 12 * 12 224 PINYN
61 py18 PINYIN 12 12 * 12 224 PINYN
62 py19 PINYIN 12 12 * 12 224 PINYN
63 py20 PINYIN 12 12 * 12 224 PINYN
64 py21 PINYIN 12 12 * 12 224 PINYN
65 py22 PINYIN 12 12 * 12 224 PINYN
66 py23 PINYIN 12 12 * 12 224 PINYN
67 py24 PINYIN 12 12 * 12 224 PINYN
68 py25 PINYIN 12 12 * 12 224 PINYN
69 py26 PINYIN 12 12 * 12 224 PINYN
70 py27 PINYIN 12 12 * 12 224 PINYN
71 py28 PINYIN 12 12 * 12 224 PINYN
72 py29 PINYIN 12 12 * 12 224 PINYN
73 py30 PINYIN 12 12 * 12 224 PINYN
74 py31 PINYIN 12 12 * 12 224 PINYN

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Description Format Number of

Number COMMENTS
(16 chars.) (H*L) characters
75 py00 PINYIN12 12 * 12 28 PINYN 12 Entetete
76 py01 PINYIN 16 16 * 15 224 PINYIN
78 py02 PINYIN 16 16 * 15 224 PINYIN
79 py03 PINYIN 16 16 * 15 224 PINYIN
80 py04 PINYIN 16 16 * 15 224 PINYIN
81 Latin Ind. 5 05 * 06 220
82 py05 PINYIN 16 16 * 15 224 PINYIN
83 py06 PINYIN 16 16 * 15 224 PINYIN
84 py07 PINYIN 16 16 * 15 224 PINYIN
85 Chimney 11 Ext 07 * 11 220
86 py08 PINYIN 16 16 * 15 224 PINYIN
87 Chimney 16 Ext 11 * 18 220
88 Greek 7 Ext 07 * 06 136
89 py09 PINYIN 16 16 * 15 224 PINYIN
90 Greek 16 Ext 16 * 12 138
91 Greek 24 Ext 24 * 21 138
93 py10 PINYIN 16 16 * 15 224 PINYIN
95 Hebrew 24 Ext 24 * 20 178
96 Latin Ind. 9 09 * 06 220
97 Hebrew 5 05 * 06 178
98 py11 PINYIN 16 16 * 15 224 PINYIN
99 py12 PINYIN 16 16 * 15 224 PINYIN
100 py13 PINYIN 16 16 * 15 224 PINYIN
101 py14 PINYIN 16 16 * 15 224 PINYIN
102 py15 PINYIN 16 16 * 15 224 PINYIN
103 py16 PINYIN 16 16 * 15 224 PINYIN
104 py17 PINYIN 16 16 * 15 224 PINYIN
105 py18 PINYIN 16 16 * 15 224 PINYIN
106 py19 PINYIN 16 16 * 15 224 PINYIN
107 py20 PINYIN 16 16 * 15 224 PINYIN
108 py21 PINYIN 16 16 * 15 224 PINYIN
109 py22 PINYIN 16 16 * 15 224 PINYIN
110 py23 PINYIN 16 16 * 15 224 PINYIN
111 py24 PINYIN 16 16 * 15 224 PINYIN
112 py25 PINYIN 16 16 * 15 224 PINYIN
113 py26 PINYIN 16 16 * 15 224 PINYIN
114 py27 PINYIN 16 16 * 15 224 PINYIN
115 py28 PINYIN 16 16 * 15 224 PINYIN
116 py29 PINYIN 16 16 * 15 224 PINYIN
117 py30 PINYIN 16 16 * 15 224 PINYIN
118 py31 PINYIN 16 16 * 15 224 PINYIN
119 py00 PINYIN 16 16 * 15 28 Entetete PINYIN 16
170 hj Hijri 07 7 * 10 70 for the Hijri (Arabic) calendar date
171 hj Hijri 16 16 * 20 70 for the Hijri (Arabic) calendar date
172 hj Hijri 24 24 * 30 70 for the Hijri (Arabic) calendar date

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Description Format Number of

Number COMMENTS
(16 chars.) (H*L) characters
180 Hebrew 16 . 16 * 12 63 Hebrew alphabet
181 Hebrew 16 16 * 12 124 Latin alphabet
182 Hebrew 7 . 07 * 06 95 Hebrew alphabet
183 Hebrew 7 07 * 06 124 Latin alphabet
184 Arabic 24 Ext 24 * 20 188
185 Japanese 24 Ext 24 * 50 93
186 Japanese 11 11 * 27 60
187 Japanese 7 07 * 19 60
188 Arabic 16 . 16 * 12 91 Arabic alphabet
189 Arabic 16 16 * 12 182 Latin alphabet
190 Korean 11 11* 08 189
191 Korean 9 09 * 07 187
192 Korean 7 07 * 08 184
193 Chinese 24 24 * 22 222
194 Chinese 16 16 * 16 220
195 Chinese 11 11 * 11 220
198 Arabic 7 . 07 * 06 91 Arabic alphabet
199 Arabic 7 07 * 06 182 Latin alphabet

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List of algorithms

Number of droplets Total number of Maximum

Type of Vertical Head-target
No. Description
head
(dots) of full grid droplets (dots)
resolution distance
velocity in
printed in full grid m/s

001 G10_28_1x05_LP_005_0001 G 5 5 2,8 10 mm 4,464

002 G10_28_1x07_LP_007_0002 G 7 7 2,8 10 mm 3,189
003 G10_28_1x16_NF_017_0003 G 16 17 2,8 10 mm 1,313
004 G10_28_1x07_LD_016_0004 G 7 16 2,8 10 mm 1,395
005 G10_28_1x16_LD_037_0005 G 16 37 2,8 10 mm 0,603
011 G10_28_1x11_NF_012_0011 G 11 12 2,8 10 mm 1,860
012 G10_28_1x24_LD_060_0012 G 24 60 2,8 10 mm 0,372
019 G10_28_1x09_LD_020_0019 G 9 20 2,8 10 mm 1,116
020 G10_28_1x11_LD_024_0020 G 11 24 2,8 10 mm 0,930
030 G10_28_3x05_NF_016_0030 G 3x5 16 2,8 10 mm 1,395
031 G10_28_1x07_LP_006_0031 G 7 6 2,8 10 mm 3,720
040 G10_28_3x07_NF_022_0040 G 3x7 22 2,8 10 mm 1,015
041 G10_28_4x05_NF_024_0041 G 4x5 24 2,8 10 mm 0,930
043 G10_28_1x24_NF_028_0043 G 24 28 2,8 10 mm 0,797
046 G10_28_1x09_LP_010_0046 G 9 10 2,8 10 mm 2,232
047 G10_28_2X07_NF_015_0047 G 2x7 15 2,8 10 mm 1,488
048 G10_28_2x05_LP_011_0048 G 2x5 11 2,8 10 mm 2,029
050 G10_28_4x07_NF_037_0050 G 4x7 37 2,8 10 mm 0,603
093 G10_28_1x05_LD_012_0093 G 5 12 2,8 10 mm 1,860
094 G10_28_2x05_LD_024_0094 G 2x5 24 2,8 10 mm 0,930
212 G10_28_1x17_LD_040_0212 G 17 40 2,8 10 mm 0,558
501 G10_28_1x05_LP_007_0501 G 5 7 2,8 10 mm 3,189
502 G10_28_1x07_LP_011_0502 G 7 11 2,8 10 mm 2,029
503 G10_28_1x11_NF_015_0503 G 11 15 2,8 10 mm 1,488
504 G10_28_1x16_NF_022_0504 G 16 22 2,8 10 mm 1,015
505 G10_28_1x24_NF_037_0505 G 24 37 2,8 10 mm 0,603
506 G10_28_2x05_NF_015_0506 G 2x5 15 2,8 10 mm 1,488
507 G10_28_2x07_NF_022_0507 G 2x7 22 2,8 10 mm 1,015
508 G10_28_3x05_NF_022_0508 G 3x5 22 2,8 10 mm 1,015
509 G10_28_3x07_NF_037_0509 G 3x7 37 2,8 10 mm 0,603
013 G30_28_1x07_LD_023_0013 G 7 23 2,8 30 mm 0,970
014 G30_28_1x16_LD_057_0014 G 16 57 2,8 30 mm 0,392
051 G30_28_1x24_LD_060_0051 G 24 60 2,8 30 mm 0,372
9999 G10_28_1x24_LD_060_9999 G 24 60 2,8 10 mm 0,372

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Overall dimensions

■ Console

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■ Head

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■ Location of sockets and external accessory connections

1 Photocell connector The detector is connected to this connector.

(black)
2 Tachometer (encoder)
connector (blue)
3 Connector for alarm
warning light (yellow)
4 RS232 connector
(black)
5 Ethernet connector
(black)
When the detector is activated by a passing
object, it sends a signal to the printer which
triggers printing.
When the conveyor speed is variable, the
tachometer input can be used to connect a
tachometric generator (encoder), the function of
which is to sequence the printing.
The alarm warning light signals a malfunction of
the printer that does not prevent printing (alarm
or fault).
Enables communication with a DCE (Data
Communication Equipment)
Enables communication with a DCE (Data ● Option
Communication Equipment)

NOTE The RS232 and Ethernet connections cannot be used

together.

If the printer is not fitted with the optional sockets, the blanking plugs must be inserted.

NOTE For the references of the various accessories and connection

kits, refer to the spare parts catalog.

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■ Connection of optional accessories

For more information on these operations, contact the Markem-Imaje technical assistance
or your distributor.

Procedure

1.

2.

3.

4. Connect the specific connection kit for the accessory to the CPU board (see
diagram on following page).

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Alarm warning light

RS232 link

Tachometer (encoder)

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Alarm and fault outputs for the alarm warning light

Configuring the alarm and fault outputs

 Printer preparation/Initialization/Printer/Miscellaneous/Alarm relay/Fault
With these functions, the alarm and fault outputs can be configured.

Mode Standb Start-up Machine ready Alarm Low Empty Shut-down Color when
y phase to print consumable consumable phase active
alarm alarm
1 Off Off Off On On On Off
2 Off On Off On On On On
ORANGE
3 Off Off Off On On On Off
4 Off Off Off Off Off On Off

Mode Standb Start-up Machine ready Fault 84 Shut-down

y phase to print phase
1 Off Off Off On Off RED
2 Off On Off On On
3 Off Off On Off Off

Mode Standb Start-up Machine ready Alarm Fault Shut-down

y phase to print phase
GREEN
Flashing,
N/A Off Flashing On Flashing Flashing
OFF

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Revision 11/
03/
2006
2007
05/ 2008

■ 9028 User Manual

Instructions update
. The revision A index corresponds to the first edition of this manual.
. The revision index changes with each update.

Date published Revision index documentation

01/2014 A
08/2016 AB

For Marking & Coding Equipment. Photographs and drawings are not binding in detail. This document was originally written in French. The
French text of this document shall alone be authentic and shall prevail in the event of a dispute. Markem-Imaje reserves the right to modify
the specifications of its products without prior notice. Any reproduction, even partial, of this document is prohibited. Translation of the original
manual: the original manual (in French) is available on the DVD-ROM supplied with the printer.

© 2016 Markem-Imaje All Rights Reserved. English version

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