Monarch 6017 manual

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i TABLE OF CONTENTS GETTING STARTED ................................................. 1 - 1 Unpacking the Printer ............................................ 1 - 1 Programming Information ....................................... 1 - 1 Battery and Safety Information ................................ 1 - 2 Installing the Battery ......................[...]

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Getting Started 1 - 1 GETTING S TARTED Use these operating instructions with your Monarch  6017  HandiPrint  Printer. The printer works with the SYMBOL  SPT  17 00 or PPT 2700 handheld computer (“handheld”). The printer can print text, bar codes, and limited graphics on thermal direct receipt paper. Use these instructions to ♦ [...]

1 - 2 Getting Started Battery and Safety Information The printer is powered by a 7.4V Lithium Ion (LiIon) battery. There are no memory effects with LiIon batteries and reconditioning is not required. Lithium ion batte ries do not have to be completely drained before charging. ♦ Charging time is approximately 1.5 to 3 hours. ♦ Take the battery o[...]

Getting Started 1 - 3 3. Open the strap at the VELCRO  tab and pull the strap through the slot. You now have access to the battery door. Move the strap out of the way. 4. Unlock the battery door by sliding down the battery tab. 5. Open the battery door. Tab[...]

1 - 4 Getting Started 6. Insert the battery into the printer as shown. 7. Press the battery into place. 8. Lock the battery door by pushing up the battery tab. 9. Thread the strap through the slot and secu re the strap at the VELCRO tab. Make sure the strap is adjusted to fit your hand. 10. Charge the battery. To remove the battery, open the batter[...]

Getting Started 1 - 5 You can print while the battery is charging; howeve r, the battery may not receive a full charge. You can also charge the handheld while it is connected to the printer. However, the batteries (printer and handheld) may not receive a full charge. To print with the AC power adapter connected, you must have a battery inside the p[...]

1 - 6 Getting Started Reading the LED This table explains the LED indicator. LED Indicator Status Red On The charger is charging the battery at a fast rate. If the ba ttery voltage is below 5.0V, the battery is “trickle” charged until the battery reaches 5.0V. The LED is off when the battery is fully charged. Green On Printer is on and ready to[...]

Getting Started 1 - 7 Connecting the Printer Attach the handheld to the prin ter's 14 - pin connector as shown. The handheld’s bottom lip fits snugly under the printer’s cutout. If your handheld has a strap, you may remove the strap or keep it attached to the handheld (allows for a more secure fit) before inserting the handheld into the pr[...]

1 - 8 Getting Started 3. Using the grommet provided, secure the strap into the attaching hole. 4. Thread the strap through the slot and secure the s trap at the VELCRO tab. Make sure the strap is adjusted to fit your hand. 5. Using the self - tapping Phillips screw provided, secure the button to the strap grommet. The screw threads itself while you[...]

Loading Supplies 2 - 1 LOADING SUPPLIES The printer can print text, bar codes, and some limited graphics on thermal direct receipt paper. See Appendix A, “Specifications” for the width and thickness requirements. 1. Open the supply cover by inserting your fingers into the rubber pull tab and pulling up firmly on the supply cover as shown. Do no[...]

2 - 2 Loading Supplies 2. Drop the supply into the well. Make sure the supply unwinds from t he top as shown. 3. Position the supply between the printhead guides. 4. Make sure some supply extends past the platen roller. 5. Close the supply cover. Tearing Supply The printer’s supply door acts as a tear bar. Tear down against the tear bar to remove[...]

Using the Printer 3 - 1 USING THE PRINTER This chapter includes information about printing, using the magnetic stripe reader, and scanning bar codes. Printing You must have a printing application installed on your handheld b efore you can print receipts. Monarch offers a print utility that is free to download from our Web site. Refer to the printin[...]

3 - 2 Using the Printer Quickly swipe the card through the reader either left - to - right or right - to - left with the magnetic stripe in the reader. The magnetic stripe must be facing toward the handheld while it is passed through the reader. The green LED on the printer indicates the following: LED Indicator Status On Ready/waiting for card. Bl[...]

Using the Printer 3 - 3 Scanning Bar Codes Scanning bar codes is application specific. You should only scan a bar code when prompted by your application. 1. Point the scanner at a slight angle approximate ly four to eight inches from the bar code symbol. 2. You can press either button (on the left and right side of the printer) or both buttons at t[...]

3 - 4 Using the Printer Scanning Tips ♦ Make sure there are no voids in the bar code symbol. ♦ Hold the scanner four to eight inches from the bar code. Move the scanner toward and away from the bar code to find the correct distance for a successful scan. ♦ Aim the scanner at a slight angle to the bar code. ♦ Keep the scanner window clean. ?[...]

Cleaning 4 - 1 CLEANING You may need to clean the printhe ad and platen roller after printing approximately six rolls of supply, whenever you load new supplies, or when you see voids in the print as shown. CAUTION Do not use sharp objects to clean the printhead. This may damage the printer and require a service charge. 1. Open the supply cover by i[...]

4 - 2 Cleaning 4. Clean the platen roller with a dry cloth or small brush. You can also use another cotton swab moistened with isopropyl alcohol. Turn the platen roller with your finger and run the cotton swab or dry cloth across it. Make sure the platen roller is clean all the way around. 5. Moisten another cotton swab with isopropyl alcohol. Rub [...]

Troubleshooting 5 - 1 TROUBLESHOOTING If you cannot fix a problem, call Technical Support. Problem Action Does not feed or has a paper jam. Remove any jammed supplies. Reload supplies. Does not print. ♦ Check or replace the printer’s battery. ♦ Your handheld’ s application may include a query for the battery voltage. Refer to the Programmer[...]

5 - 2 Troubleshooting Problem Action Light /heavy printing or voids in printing. Clean the printhead. Check or recharge the battery. See “Charging the Battery” in Chapter 1 for more information. Your System Administrator may need to adjust the print contrast. Your handheld’s application may inclu de a print contrast adjustment. Refer to the P[...]

Specifications A - 1 SPECIFIC ATIONS Printer Specifications Height: 2.8 inches (71 mm) Width: 4.25 inches (108 mm) Length: 9.5 inches (241 mm) Weight: w/ battery & supply 1.41 lbs . (0.64 kg) Shipping Weight: 3 lbs. (1.4 kg) Power: 7.4V Lithium Ion battery Operating Limits: Storage: 41 ° to 104 ° F (5 ° to 40 ° C) - 4 ° to 140 ° F ( - 20 [...]

A - 2 Specifications Charging Time: Approximately 3 hours with no printing Communicatio ns: RS - 232 port Print Ratio 25% black maximum per square inch Supply Specifications Supplies: Thermal direct receipt paper Supply Thickness: 2.2 to 3.5 mils (receipt paper) Supply Width: 3.125 inches (79 mm) Supply Length: 1.0 inch (25.4 mm) minimum f eed 8.0 [...]

Specificatio ns A - 3 Using the Optional Stand Read the following if you purchased the optional printer stand. The stand can be ♦ used on a table top or wall - mounted. ♦ adjusted to minimize glare on the handheld’s display ♦ folded flat for storage. For a Table Top: 1. Place the stand on the table top. 2. Unfold the stand and lock into pla[...]

A - 4 Specifications For Wall - Mounting: Wall - mounting hardware is not included. Use two screws or nails that support at least 5 pounds (2.3 kg.). 1. Place the unfolded stand against the wall. 2. Use a pencil to mark inside the two keyholes for the screws or nails. 3. Attach the screws or nails through the keyholes and into the wall. 4. Slide th[...]

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