Dascom 7010 User Guide User Manual

User Guide 7010 Thermal Printer70107010-3007010R

1Setup10Confirmation of Carton ContentsNote: The empty carton and packing materials should be stored for futureshipping of the printer.When removing t

11SetupPart Names and FunctionsInside the printerOperation Panel (p.16)1 Top coverIs opened vertically to set media or ribbon.2 Operation panelThis is

1Setup12Part Names and Functions1 Ribbon holderIt is used to attach the ribbon and paper core.2 Media holder guideThis guide is moved horizontally to

13SetupPart Names and Functions1 Media thickness adjustment screwIt is adjusted to match the thickness of the media.2 Media width adjustment indicator

1Setup14Part Names and Functions1 Thermal printheadThis is the printhead. Avoid touching this with your fingertips and leavinggrease or dirt on the pr

15Setup1 Rewinder coverWhen using the rewinder function, open the door by pulling the openinghandle on the front.2 Media entry slit coverWhen rewindin

1Setup16Part Names and FunctionsOperation Panel1 LCD displayThis displays the operational status of the printer.2 POWER LEDThis is lit when the printe

17SetupPart Names and Functions23415Rear View1 Parallel interface (Centronics parallel or IEEE1284)This receives parallel transmission of data from a

1Setup18Connection to Power1. The power switch is located on the front of the printer recessedbelow the control panel. Check that the power switch is

19SetupConnection to a ComputerThis product has three interfaces that can be used to receive printing data: aserial port (RS232C), parallel port (IEEE

CONTENTSBefore OperationINTRODUCTION - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3COMPLIANCE STATE

2Printer Operation20Power ON/OFFTurning on the power1. The power switch is conveniently located at the front of theprinter for easy access during norm

21Printer Operation1 PAUSE key: Temporarily pauses printing• When this key is pushed once, the LCD indicates "Pause" and the printertemporar

2Printer Operation22LED Functions1 POWER LEDIt lights up when printer power is turnedon. (green)2 ERROR LEDThis is lit or flashes when the printer isi

23Printer OperationSetting the MediaMedia SizesThe position of label and tag media is sensed by either a transparent sensoror a reflective sensor.Tran

2Printer Operation24* Use a transparent sensor for label media gaps and media with black marks.* Use a transparent sensor for fan fold media.* If the

25Printer Operation2. Firstly, slide the two black plastic parts of the media holderassembly together. Ensure correct alignment of the guide withthe b

2Printer Operation26Setting the Media4. Set the media roll and media holder in to the printer as shownabove. It is advisable to pull a length of medi

2. Open the rewinder cover and remove the rewinder flange.3. Pull out approximately 40cm length of the media from the headunit.4. Peel off a number of

2Printer Operation28Setting the Media5. Insert the end of the liner in to the slot in the rewinder flangeand wind the liner on to itself with two or t

29Printer OperationSetting the MediaUsing the Rewinder for Batches of Printed Media(CL-S700R models/Rewind Mode)The optional Rewinder Paper Guide is n

3 Main Features<Easy Access - Easy Operation>The printer is designed for all day-to-day operations to be accessible from the front of theprint

2Printer Operation306. Insert the end of the media in to the slot in the rewinder flangeand wind the media on to itself with two or three turns to ens

31Printer Operation7. If the optional adjustable rewinder flange is being used with apaper core, the media can be attached to the paper core directlyw

2Printer Operation322. Install the unused ribbon and holder in to the rear ribbon driveunit. The splines on the ribbon drive gear mechanism engagewith

33Printer Operation3. Push the large blue head-open lever to release the head unit.Pull out the ribbon from the bottom of the head unit to theribbon w

2Printer Operation346. Lower the head unit back down to the closed position. Push thehead close knob firmly to close and lock the mechanism. Themechan

35Printer OperationMode SettingsHEX Dump Mode When using label mediaTurn on printer power while pushing the STOP key. If the POWER LED islit and the

2Printer Operation36Self Print ModePerforming a self test print is an easy way to check on the state of printersettings and printing quality. Install

37Printer OperationMenu Setup ModeIf the MENU key is pressed while the printer is in the On Line Ready state,the printer enters menu setup mode. In th

2Printer Operation38Mode SettingsExample of changing a menuThis is an explanation of the method of changing the set value of printdarkness from “12” t

39Printer OperationMode Settings2. Entering Sub menu.Press the 3 key. The currently set item, “Print Speed”, isdisplayed.Page SetupPrint SpeedExit

4COMPLIANCE STATEMENTFOR EUROPEAN USERSCE marking shows conformity to the following criteria and provisions:Low Voltage Directive (2006/95/EC)/EN60950

2Printer Operation40Mode Settings6. Save Changes to Settings.Unless you save your settings, your changes will be lost whenyou turn off the printer. T

41Printer OperationPrinting a List of SettingsYou can get a list of the configuration settings in two ways:- Press MENU key whilst turning the printer

2Printer Operation42Mode SettingsGlobal Configuration SetsThe printer can store three sets of configuration settings that can be recalledquickly and e

43Printer OperationMenu Setting TablePage Setup Menu - allows you to change settings related to the media or print quality.System Setup Menu - allows

2Printer Operation44Mode Settings[Datamax® Emulation]Top Menu Sub Menu Default Menu RemarksCover Open Sensor Off On Sets the cover open sensor.[Cover

45Printer OperationTop Menu Sub Menu Default Menu RemarksRewinder Auto Off On [CL-S700R only]Online*** Off Sets the Rewinder Auto Online.[Rew Auto Onl

2Printer Operation46Top Menu Sub Menu Default Menu RemarksNetwork Address 0.0.0.0 0.0.0.0 to Setting fixed IP address of the LAN board.255.255.255.255

47Printer Operation7 Zebra® EmulationMode Settings[Zebra® Emulation]Top Menu Sub Menu Default Menu RemarksPage Setup Print Speed* 7 IPS 2 to 10 IPS [F

2Printer Operation48Top Menu Sub Menu Default Menu RemarksMedia Power Up Off On Selects whether or not to initiate mediaOff measurement when the power

49Printer OperationTop Menu Sub Menu Default Menu RemarksPaper Position 0.00 inch Peel/Cut/Tear Off Adjusts the stop position. It is based on the0.00

5EMI COMPLIANCE STATEMENTFOR CANADIAN USERSThis Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.This equipment generates and uses radio freq

2Printer Operation50Note: To restore factory default settings, turn on printer power while pushing the MENU and PAUSE keyssimultaneously, then press t

51Printer OperationQuick Setup of the Print MethodThe print method (thermal transfer method/direct thermal method) can beset using operation panel in

2Printer Operation52Emulation Auto-DetectionOrdinarily emulation switching is conducted in the Menu Setup mode.However, switching can also be conducte

53Printer OperationMenu Setup Mode (p.37)Menu Setting Table (p.43)... 0 to 33%... 33 to 66%... 66 to 99%... 100% (The LCD will indicate an err

3Printer Adjustments54Sensor Adjustments and CalibrationThe sensing level of both the transparent (see thru) and reflective sensors isadjusted separat

55Printer AdjustmentsAdjusting the Transparent sensor1. The transparent sensor is selected.2. Install only the liner media (label backing paper) with

3Printer Adjustments56Adjusting the Reflective sensor1. The reflective sensor is selected.2. With the reflective sensor selected, install the label me

57Printer AdjustmentsMedia Thickness AdjustmentThe printer is already factory-set to the requirements of proper print qualitywhile using the recommend

3Printer Adjustments58Media Width AdjustmentThe printer is already factory-set to the value of media width: 112 mm (4.4in). When you use narrow media,

59Printer AdjustmentsAdjusting the RibbonRibbon tension in this printer is already adjusted for the recommended inkribbon and media and is very tolera

6IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS• Read all of these instructions and save them for later reference.• Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the

3Printer Adjustments602. Easy-to-slip ribbon and mediaIf a message ‘Ribbon Out’ is shown, set the mark on the feedingsection to LOW by turning the adj

61Printer AdjustmentsMoving the Adjustable SensorMenu Setting Table (p.43)Ensure the adjustable sensoris selected.Operating procedureMeasure your requ

3Printer Adjustments62CleaningWipe off any foreign objects such as media dust, dirt and adhesive substancesbuilt up around the printhead and platen wi

63Printer AdjustmentsCleaningCautionDo not use any solvent other than ethyl alcohol. Solvents such asbenzene, acetone and thinner will dissolve plasti

4Troubleshooting64IndicationThe LED do not lightup when printerpower is connected.Paper is feeding, butnothing is printed.The printer is notprinting

65TroubleshootingIndicationThe printer is notprinting neatly.The printing positionchanges.The ribbon is wrinkledThe ribbon slips(ribbon dirt isprod

Appendixes66AppendixesItem DescriptionPrinting Printing method Thermal transfer/Direct thermalResolution Main scanning line density: 203 dots/inch (8

67AppendixesSpecificationsItem DescriptionBar code One-dimension • Code 3 of 9 • UPC-A • UPC-E • EAN-13 (JAN-13)(for Datamax® emulation) • EAN-8

Appendix e s68SpecificationsItem DescriptionMedia detection Transparent sensor Detects media gap between labels, notches on tags, and media outsensors

69Appendixesguide, Ribbon holder, Paper coreOption Auto-cutter unit, Peeler unit, Ethernet interface and Rewinder kit*1, *2: Options can be separately

7NOTICE• Before use, be sure to read this manual. And keep it handy for reference when needed.• The contents of this manual may change without prior n

Appendixes70InterfacesThis printer is connected to a computer and prints according to commandssent from the computer.There are three types of computer

71AppendixesInterfacesXON/XOFF ProtocolRequirements to output X-ON code• Communication is possible when the power is on.• When the receive buffer has

Appendixes72Parallel InterfaceSpecificationsTransmission mode 8-bit parallel dataReceive buffer size 16K bytesTransmission modes Compatible modeIt is

73AppendixesInterfacesError Change in the status of a signal line in compatible modePaper end Busy : L  HPError : L  HSelect : H  LnFault : H

Appendixes74Relation of the timing of the BUSY signal and the *ACK signal[Center – ACK][While receiving INIT signal]Note: If the *Init signal does not

75AppendixesUSB InterfaceSpecificationsStandards Complies with Universal Serial Bus SpecificationTransmission speed Compatible with 12Mbps (full speed

Appendixes76Replacing the Interface BoardReplacement Method1. Remove the screws (2) that anchor the bracket of the interfaceboard then pull the interf

77Appendixes3. Insert the interface board into the printer so that the connectingcable does not catch on the printer, then use the screws (2)that you

78AppendixesUnit, Head(Head Open Lever)SA, Head CableScrew(Head Block)Head Earth PlateCautionReplacing the Print Head - Carefully handle the Print Hea

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8Indicates a situation which, if not observed and handledproperly, could result in death or serious injury.Indicates a situation which, if not observe

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9• Prior to operation, read the safety instructions carefully and observe them.• Do not drop or put foreign matter such as clips and pins into the pri