Intermec EASYCODER PD4 User Manual

User’s GuideEasyCoder PD4Bar Code Label Printer

x Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s GuideBefore You BeginGlobal Services and SupportWarranty InformationTo understand the warranty for your Intermec prod

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Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide 11 Introductionis chapter introduces the EasyCoder PD4 printer. e chapter covers the following topics:• Descr

2 Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s GuideChapter 1—IntroductionDescription of EasyCoder PD4e EasyCoder PD4 is a basic-performance thermal transfer/direc

Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide 3Chapter 1—IntroductionSafety Warnings• Read this manual carefully before connecting the printer.• Moving part

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Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide 52 Installationis chapter explains how to unpack and install the EasyCoder PD4 printer and also describes the p

6 Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s GuideChapter 2—InstallationUnpacking the PrinterBefore you install the printer, examine the package for possible dama

Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide 7Chapter 2—InstallationFront ViewAt the front of the printer are the display window, the control lamps, and the

8 Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s GuideChapter 2—InstallationRear Viewe rear plate contains the On/Off switch, the AC power cord socket, and various in

Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide 9Chapter 2—InstallationMedia Compartmente media compartment is covered by a side door that completely encloses

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10 Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s GuideChapter 2—InstallationPrint Mechanisme print mechanism features either an 8 dot/mm (203.2 dots/inch) or 11.81

Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide 11Chapter 2—InstallationConnectionsPower1 Place the printer on a level surface, near an AC outlet. You should b

12 Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s GuideChapter 2—InstallationControls and Indicatorse EasyCoder PD4 has several ways of communicating directly with i

Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide 13Chapter 2—InstallationKey FunctionsMode Feed key Pause key Cancel keyStartup Print test label orEnter Dump Mod

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Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide 153 Starting Upis chapter explains how to start up the printer after installation or after having been switched

16 Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s GuideChapter 3—Starting UpSwitching On the PrinterBefore switching on the printer, make the necessary connections, a

Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide 17Chapter 3—Starting UpDirect Modee Direct Mode is the normal idle mode, where all commands from external ports

18 Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s GuideChapter 3—Starting UpPrinting a Test LabelAn easy way to check that the printer is working and find out how it i

Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide 194 Loading Mediais chapter explains how to load the printer with media, that is labels, tickets, tag, or strip

Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide iiiFCC Notice (United States of America)WARNINGis equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency en

20 Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s GuideChapter 4— Loading MediaTear-Off (Straight-through) e EasyCoder PD4 can print on labels, tickets, tags, and con

2431Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide 21Chapter 4—Loading MediaOpen the side door.Place the media roll onto the media supply roll post and align t

75 6822 Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s GuideChapter 4—Loading MediaTear-Off, cont.Route the media between the two label feed rods and under the moveabl

9 1011 12Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide 23Chapter 4—Loading MediaAlign the media with the center section and adjust the label feed guide. Flip

1324 Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s GuideChapter 4—Loading MediaPress the Feed key to advance the media and adjust the media feed.Tear-Off, cont.

Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide 25Chapter 4—Loading MediaPeel-Off (Self-strip) e EasyCoder PD4 can print on labels, tickets, tags, and continuou

124326 Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s GuideChapter 4—Loading MediaInstall the media as described for Tear-Off operation #1 to #6 earlier in this chapte

75 68Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide 27Chapter 4—Loading MediaPeel-Off, cont.Put back the front cover and secure it with the screw.Optionally, pr

9 10 28 Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s GuideChapter 4—Loading MediaPress the Feed key to advance the media and adjust the media feed.Close the side do

Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide 29Chapter 4—Loading MediaThermal Transfer Printinge EasyCoder PD4 can print on labels, tickets, tags, and conti

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AB24a3130 Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s GuideChapter 4—Loading MediaOpen the side door.Ink facing outward on ribbon roll:Route the ribbon as illustra

64b 5Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide 31Chapter 4—Loading MediaInk facing inward on ribbon roll:Route the ribbon as illustrated and stick it to t

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Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide 335 Printingis chapter describes how the operator can control the printing. Additionally, it describes the vari

34 Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s GuideChapter 5—PrintingControlling the Printinge printing is initiated from the host computer, but the operator can

Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide 35Chapter 5—PrintingSetup Methodse EasyCoder PD4 can be set up using two methods:• Using ESim Commands is me

36 Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s GuideChapter 5—PrintingSetup Options NoteMedia Type Direct ermal Defaultermal Transfer Density (s

Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide 37Chapter 5—PrintingNote: Do not use a higher density setting than required for your media and application. Lowe

38 Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s GuideChapter 5—Printing

Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide 396 Optionsis chapter describes the options available for the EasyCoder PD4 printer. e options can be factory

Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide vContentsContentsBefore You Begin ... viii

40 Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s GuideChapter 6—OptionsStripper and Internal RewinderInstallation Instructions1 Remove the screw that holds the fron

Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide 41Chapter 6—Options3 Remove the U-shaped clip and attach the rewinder unit to the center section using the four

42 Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s GuideChapter 6—OptionsCutterInstallation Instructions1 Remove the screw that holds the front cover. Remove the fron

Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide 43Chapter 6—Options3 Attach the cutter mechanism to the printer using the two Phillips screws and washers inclu

44 Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s GuideChapter 6—Options5 Attach the cutter cover onto the cutter mechanism by first connecting the hooks on the back

Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide 457 Troubleshootingis chapter lists various possible cases of inferior printout quality, describes possible cau

46 Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s GuideChapter 7—TroubleshootingError HandlingWhen an error occurs, the Error LED goes solid or flashing red and the be

Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide 47Chapter 7—TroubleshootingError Suggested actione Power control lamp does not shine and the LCD display (if an

48 Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s GuideChapter 7—TroubleshootingPrintout not in desired position Check for bad settings in the application or ESim co

Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide 49Chapter 7—TroubleshootingClearing Media Jam in CutterTo clear a media jam inside the cutter mechanism, follow

vi Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s GuideContents4 Loading MediaTear-Off (Straight-through) ...20P

50 Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s GuideChapter 7—TroubleshootingEntering the Dump ModeIn the Dump Mode, the printer prints all received ASCII characte

Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide 518 Maintaining the Printeris chapter describes how the operator can maintain the printer. Regular maintenance

52 Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s GuideChapter 8—Maintaining the PrinterPrinthead CleaningCleaning the printhead on a regular basis is important for t

Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide 53Chapter 8—Maintaining the PrinterClean the printhead dot line.

54 Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s GuideChapter 8—Maintaining the PrinterExternal CleaningAlways unplug the power cord before cleaning the printer.If u

Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide 55Chapter 8—Maintaining the PrinterPrinthead Replacemente printhead is subject to wear both from the direct the

56 Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s GuideChapter 8—Maintaining the PrinterMedia JamsShould a media jam occur in the print mechanism, proceed this way to

Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide 579 Adjustmentsis chapter describes how the operator can adjust the printer. e chapter covers the following to

58 Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s GuideChapter 9—AdjustmentsPrinthead Balance Adjustmente printer is factory-adjusted for full-size media width. When

Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide 59Chapter 9—AdjustmentsPrinthead Pressure Adjustmente pressure of the thermal printhead against the platen roll

Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide viiContentsA Technical DataTable of Technical Data ...

60 Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s GuideChapter 9—AdjustmentsPrinthead Dot Line Position AdjustmentWhen using thick or stiff media, the printhead needs

Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide 61Chapter 9—Adjustments5 Turn both screws at the front of the printhead carefully clockwise a quarter of a turn

62 Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s GuideChapter 9—AdjustmentsLabel Gap Sensor Position Adjustmente label gap/black mark sensor is a photoelectric sens

Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide 63Chapter 9—AdjustmentsLabel Gap Sensor Calibratione label gap sensor will need to be calibrated and the media

64 Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s GuideChapter 9—AdjustmentsRibbon Tension AdjustmentIf ribbon wrinkling occurs during printing, push the knob at the

Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide 65Chapter 9—AdjustmentsRibbon Shield AdjustmentRibbon wrinkling can also be avoided using the ribboon shield mec

66 Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s GuideChapter 9—AdjustmentsSwitching Edge GuideAs standard, the EasyCoder PD4 is fitted with a low edge guide on the m

Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide 67Chapter 9—AdjustmentsBe careful to flip the high edge guide straight up before closing the side door, or the gu

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Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide 69A Technical Datais appendix lists the technical data for the printer. Please note that Intermec reserves the

viii Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s GuideBefore You BeginBefore You Beginis section provides you with safety information, technical support informati

70 Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s GuideAppendix A—Technical DataPrintingPrint Technique Direct ermal/ermal TransferPrinthead Resolutions 8 dots/mm (

Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide 71Appendix A—Technical DataAsian Fonts Asian fonts can be downloaded: GB 2312-80 Chine

72 Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s GuideAppendix A—Technical DataData InterfacesSerial 1 x RS-232 + 1 x USB Parallel YesAccessories and OptionsIntegral

Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide 73B Media Specificationsis appendix specifies the physical measures for vari-ous types of media.

74 Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s GuideAppendix B—Media SpecificationsMedia Roll SizeCoreDiameters: 38 to 76.2 mm (1.5 to 3 inches) Width: Must not

Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide 75Appendix B—Media SpecificationsMediaNon-Adhesive Strip⇐ a ⇒ Media WidthMaximum: 118.0 mm (4.65 inches)Minimu

SELF-ADHESIVESTRIP76 Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s GuideAppendix B—Media SpecificationsSelf-Adhesive Strip⇐ a ⇒ Media Width (including liner)Maximum:

Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide 77Appendix B—Media SpecificationsSelf-Adhesive Labels⇐ a ⇒ Media Width (including liner)Maximum: 118.0 mm (4.

abceSELF-ADHESIVELABELSbdFEEDDIRECTION78 Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s GuideAppendix B—Media Specifications

Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide 79Appendix B—Media SpecificationsTickets with Gaps⇐ a ⇒ Media WidthMaximum: 118.0 mm (4.65 inches)Minimum: 2

Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide ixBefore You BeginSafety Iconsis section explains how to identify and understand dangers, warnings, cautions, a

80 Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s GuideAppendix B—Media SpecificationsaTICKETS & TAGSFEEDDIRECTIONbedc

Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide 81Appendix B—Media SpecificationsTickets with Black Mark⇐ a ⇒ Media WidthMaximum: 118.0 mm (4.65 inches)Minim

aTICKETS WITH MARKScFEEDDIRECTIONedfb82 Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s GuideAppendix B—Media Specifications

Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide 83C Interfacesis appendix describes the interface connectors found on the printer’s rear plate. It covers the f

84 Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s GuideAppendix C—InterfaceRS-232 InterfaceProtocolDefault setup: Baud rate: 9600Char. Length 8 bitsParity: NoneS

Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide 85Appendix C—InterfacesUSB Interfaceis printer supports USB v1.1 (also called USB 2.0 full speed). To use the U

86 Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s GuideAppendix C—InterfaceParallel InterfaceHandshake: DSTB connects to the printer, BUSY connects to the host

D Firmware Upgradingis appendix describes how to upgrade the printer with a new firmware version.Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide 87

88 Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s GuideAppendix D—Firmware UpgradingRequirementsTo upgrade the printer’s firmware via a cable connection from a PC run-